Gravel and Mining Services
Pioneer Professional Services Group is an industry-leading expert in aggregate exploration, obtaining sand and gravel pit approvals, registrations and reclamation certificates. Our knowledge of industry best practices, current regulatory requirements and environmental assessment can help reduce environmental liability and lower government security deposits on both public and private land. Pioneer’s capabilities include:
Exploration Services
Prepare Crown surface material exploration (SML) applications and obtain approvals. Explore for sand and gravel deposits using minimal disturbance technologies such as electromagnetic, resistivity and/or ground penetrating radar.
Surface Material License and Lease Application Preparation– Public Land
Prepare detailed applications including Conservation and Reclamation (C&R) Plans.
Code of Practice for Pits – Private Land
Prepare Schedules and Activities Plans for pits on private land over 5 ha (12.5 acres) in size to obtain registration under Alberta Environment’s Code of Practice for Pits
Water Resources Permitting
Prepare water resource applications under Alberta’s Water Act for washing operations, water diversion or creation of water bodies upon reclamation
Municipal Development Permits
Obtain development permits required by municipalities to address hours of operation, road use, public consultation, etc.
Reclamation Certification
Assess pit site reclamation to obtain a Reclamation Certificate and/or make reclamation recommendations to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and equivalent land capability. A Reclamation Certificate must be obtained in order to absolve the operator of liability.
Expertise:
- In-house industry experts and professional staff capable of handling all sand and gravel exploration, development and reclamation needs
- Frequently able to reduce regulatory approval wait time and security deposits
- Manage operational changes to remain compliant under applicable regulations