Ken,

Thank you for the note. I did my first radio commentary on Fortune Minerals’ proposed plant on August 27, 2009. Here is the direct link to it https://prosperitysaskatchewan.files.wordpress.com/2014/04/prosperity-saskatchewan-08-27-09-fortune-minerals-is-coming-to-saskatchewan.mp3 and I have also put it onto my archives page for all to access. I have been following this project for over 5-years.

I have read their EIS along with dozens of others – they all have disclaimers on them as a matter of industry standards; they recognise problems then mitigate them. For others like it, see http://www.environment.gov.sk.ca/Default.aspx?DN=a8561dcb-0286-4212-94fa-46c2ccfe847e or see http://www.environment.gov.sk.ca/Default.aspx?DN=69736085-b44c-4a88-bc24-9f45773cafba.

I agree with the Government review, the project is safe as presented – that is my opinion. The Sask. Environmental Society disagrees – that is their opinion. So, yes, I guess I am “biased” for it, and the Society biased against it.

I do my own research then present my findings. I present an educated opinion, not both sides’ concerns – this is the reason and basis for the commentary. I chose to discuss items that people want to know about or discuss – items that the Society has brought forward. So, yes, I have read and listened to the Society’s issues. I also attended the open house event in Langham where members expressed a variety of concerns.

Yes, I would feel comfortable if the plant were built within the region I live.

Thank you,
Eric