The town of Atikokan is looking to see how prepared it is for an renewed mining boom.
Talk of new gold and iron ore mines have prompted the town to conduct three separate studies.
Mayor Dennis Brown says one will look at how well the town can meet industry needs.
"As we go through this and prepare for the mines to come in, we want to be sure we have the services that the mines are looking for," says Brown. "Consultants will interview the mining companies to get an idea on what they need."
Other studies will examine how open Atikokan is to attracting new business and where new industrial lots could be developed.
