November 25, 1997

NWB file # NWB2WIN

Distribution list:

The Nunavut Water Board has received from BHP Minerals Canada Ltd. an application for the renewal of the water licence for the Windy Lake project. ( NWB2WIN )

Applicant:	BHP Minerals Canada Ltd.

1600-1050 West Pender St

Vancouver, BC

V6E 3S7

Location:	Windy Lake Hope Bay area, Bathurst Inlet region

Latitude 680 15' to 680 0' North

Longitude 1060 45' to 1060 20' West

Purpose:	Mineral Exploration, including camp operation,

Diamond drilling and surface prospecting.

You will find attached a copy of correspondence, the water licence application, and associated documents.

We would appreciate your comments in writing before December 12, 1997. In accordance with our current operational practices, we have also given notice to the public with respect to this application.

We thank you in advance for your assistance.

David Porter

Licence Administrator

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