Optimism took center stage at a public meeting Thursday night for one of the major players in the Ring of Fire.
Noront Resources provided details on its Eagle's Nest project to a packed house.
Company officials said they believe their plans could create as many as 2,000 direct and indirect jobs for this region.
Many of the questions from the floor centred around the infrastructure needs of the company, employment and Noront's relationship with Cliff's Natural Resources.
Environmental concerns were also raised by some, but many showed excitement about the possible economic boost to the region.
Noront recently initiated an Environmental Assessment to develop and operate the Eagle's Nest mine, using a new transportation route from Pickle Lake.
A feasibility study on the deposit, which contains copper, nickel and chromite, is also underway.
The company would like to begin construction next year.
(Thunder Bay Television)
