30. The holder of an exploration licence has a right of access to the territory subject to the licence.
If the licence is awarded on private land or land leased by the State, the holder must obtain written authorization from the owner or lessee at least 30 days in advance in order to access the site or may acquire, by agreement, any real right or property necessary to access the territory and perform exploration work. Failing that, the holder may not access the territory.
If the licence is in the territory of a local municipality, the holder must inform the local municipality and the regional county municipality, in writing and at least 45 days before the work begins, of the work to be performed.
2016, c. 35, s. 232016, c. 35, s. 23.