Operations

Mining Operations in Canada

The Mining business group covers the activities of exploration, extraction and processing of uranium ore, as well as the reclaiming and monitoring of sites after they have been mined. After the identification of new uranium deposits, the ore is extracted using various methods: open-pit mining, underground mining or in-situ recovery

McClean Lake

The newest, most technologically advanced uranium mill in the world.

Cigar Lake

World's largest undeveloped high-grade uranium deposit.

McArthur River

Currently the world's largest, high-grade uranium mine.

Key Lake

The Key Lake mill has been in operation since 1983.

Cluff Lake

Although now decommissioned Cluff Lake still employs staff that continue to monitor the environment.

diaporama

Guaranteed supply for 20 years

AREVA's Mining activity covers prospecting, extraction and processing of uranium ore and the redevelopment of sites at the end of their service life. Present in North America, Africa and Kazakhstan, the group is in a position to guarantee supplies to its customers for the next 20 years.

McClean Lake Projects
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AREVA Resources Canada proposed to haul ore slurry from McArthur River to McClean Lake.

Kiggavik Project

The Kiggavik Project in Nunavut is a project operated by AREVA Resources Canada Inc.