Cabot Links, a golf course in Inverness,
was built on the site of a former coal mine.

Coal was first discovered at the site in 1863 and was mined until 1958. Today, the reclaimed site is contributing to the community in a different way – with a world-class golf course that is creating jobs and attracting tourists to this beautiful corner of Cape Breton.

The mining and quarrying industry is stringently regulated by the provincial government. Everything from environmental considerations to dust, noise and blasting activities are closely controlled by the province. The province’s regulatory regime helps ensure that Nova Scotians enjoy the full benefits of the materials we take from the ground, and that the industry operates in a safe, sustainable, responsible fashion.