- Seabridge Gold (SA, Financial) files legal responses supporting its KSM project's "Substantially Started" status in BC Supreme Court.
- The court hearing is set for September 22-29, 2025, addressing petitions challenging the Environmental Assessment Office's decision.
- The SS designation prevents the expiration of vital environmental approvals, maintaining project development timelines.
Seabridge Gold Inc. (SA) has officially submitted its responses in the BC Supreme Court concerning petitions that challenge its KSM project's "Substantially Started" (SS) designation. Awarded in July 2024, this designation ensures the project’s Environmental Assessment Certificate remains indefinite, preventing expiration while legal proceedings are underway.
The legal defense is closely aligned with the BC Government's submissions from April 2025, which corroborate the Environmental Assessment Office's (EAO) decision. Seabridge's responses highlight their longstanding engagement with the Tsetsaut Skii km Lax Ha (TSKLH), a significant petitioner in the case. This engagement, which began in 2007, includes continuous funding support and participation in regulatory processes.
The upcoming court hearing, scheduled for September 22-29, 2025, is pivotal for resolving these challenges. It will also determine if the SS designation, a critical component safeguarding the project's regulatory standing, remains intact. This designation is strategically essential to avoid delays in project development that would arise from lapsed permits.
CEO Rudi Fronk expressed confidence in the responses filed, asserting that the SS status remains valid throughout the legal process, signaling management's confidence in navigating these regulatory hurdles.
