Paladin receives Patterson Lake South EIS approval

Executive Summary

• Paladin Energy Ltd. received ministerial approval of its Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Patterson Lake South (PLS) uranium project in Saskatchewan.
• The approval clears a key regulatory hurdle, enabling the company to pursue provincial and federal permits and construction licences.
• Paladin is advancing technical work toward a CNSC construction licence, positioning the PLS project for future development.

Key Details

• Ministerial approval was granted by the Saskatchewan Minister of Environment under the Environmental Assessment Act (Saskatchewan).
• The EIS received technical acceptance in June 2025 and underwent public review from July to September 2025.
• Approval is a prerequisite for subsequent provincial and federal permits, including a construction licence from the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC).
• Paladin will continue working with the CNSC to submit detailed technical information supporting its construction‑licence application.
• Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe highlighted the project’s contribution to the province’s energy sector and sustainable development.
• Minister Darlene Rowden praised the robust environmental assessment process, public and Indigenous consultation, and the project's strong environmental safeguards.
• Paladin Managing Director & CEO Paul Hemburrow emphasized that the approval validates the company’s environmentally and socially responsible approach and underscores the strategic importance of the PLS project to Canada’s uranium supply.

Notable Quotes

“Paladin is delighted that the minister, the Saskatchewan government, and its environmental regulatory agency have formally recognized that our approach to delivering a sustainable and safe development at the PLS project is both environmentally and socially appropriate and achievable.” – Paul Hemburrow, Managing Director & CEO, Paladin Energy Ltd.

“We welcome the continuing focus by Paladin in progressing the development of the PLS project in a sustainable and safe way to benefit the people and communities of Saskatchewan.” – Premier Scott Moe

“The environmental and sustainability aspects of the PLS project have been subject to our robust environmental assessment process… I commend Paladin on its approach to the approval process and congratulate their team on achieving this important milestone.” – Darlene Rowden, Minister of Environment