What are the risks of the proposed Sisson mine for the Nashwaak and New Brunswick? [podcast]

The proposed Sisson Mine has been the subject of public debate for more than a decade, but what would it mean for the communities closest to the project and for New Brunswick as a whole?

In this new episode of ACORN Radio, host Nichola Taylor speaks with Allyson Heustis, Executive Director of the Nashwaak Watershed Association and Bev Gingras, Executive Director of the Conservation Council of New Brunswick, about the potential environmental, health, and economic implications of the proposed mine. The conversation explores questions that many New Brunswickers are asking.

What are the potential risks to the Nashwaak watershed and downstream communities? Who would be responsible if a major environmental accident were to occur? How do the potential economic benefits compare with the long-term financial and environmental risks? What could the project mean for local businesses, residents, and taxpayers?

Whether you support the project, oppose it, or are still learning about the issues, this discussion provides an opportunity to hear about some of the key concerns being raised and why they matter for the future of New Brunswick. The episode encourages listeners to look beyond short-term economic promises and consider the long-term implications for our environment, communities, and public finances.

We encourage our members, supporters, and anyone interested in the future of New Brunswick to listen and decide for themselves.

Listen to ACORN’s podcast here: Maritimes and Beyond: What Are the Risks of the Sisson Mine For Local Communities and New Brunswick as a whole? 

ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) Canada is a multi-issue, membership-based community union of low- and moderate-income people.