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David Rhys, structural geologist, makes his way in the mining industry on his own terms

Mapping project in Mexico. — Photo courtesy David Rhys David Rhys grew up in Vancouver during its formative years – think Expo 86 – and completed gr

Jessica Kirby •
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PT Freeport Indonesia invests in largest operator training simulator deal of 2015

PT Freeport Indonesia has invested in the largest operator training simulator deal of 2015 - the company has added light vehicle, underground LHD, und

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Concrete, steel, or fabric mining facilities? A comparison

In extreme environments, steel constructions are easier and less costly to insulate per R-value than concrete tilt-up facilities. — Photo courtesy Ro

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Goldcorp CEO Charles Jeannes to retire; board names successor

Chuck Jeannes, President and Chief Executive Officer of Goldcorp, will retire following the company's annual general meeting in April 2016. — Photo c

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Company Profiles

M&E story results in BBN live interview for Cranbrook-based company

Mike Hambalek, owner of Caliper Machine and Hydraulics Ltd., appears on an episode of BNN Commodities. — Photo courtesy BNN.com Sometimes it’s a lon

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Napier Ventures announces proposed acquisition of Emerald Isle property

Earl Hope of Napier Ventures, based in Vancouver, moves ahead with his company's latest acquisitions in Arizona and Colorado — Photo courtesy Napier

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Software keeps tabs on expensive tools

Whenever workers need a tool, they simply punch their employee ID number into the computer and select the item(s) needed from the computer's inventory

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British Columbia

Legacy Potash project 50% complete, 150 more people to be hired.

Construction at K+S Potash Canada's Legacy Project is about 50% completed—the project is scheduled to be finished in the summer of 2016. — Photo cour

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Britespan wins manufacturing excellence award from Huron Manufacturing Association

Britespan Building Systems Inc., is proud to announce winning the 2015 Huron Manufacturing Association Exporting Award. — Photo courtesy Britespan

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Company Profiles

CP proposes business combination to Norfolk Southern

A proposed merger between Canadian Pacific and Norfolk Southern Corp. would create a transcontinental railroad designed to vastly improve levels of se

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Exploration

Vancouver-based Lucara makes diamond history; recovers 1,111 carat diamond

The world's second largest gem quality diamond was recovered by Lucara Diamond Corp., from the south lobe of the Karowe Mine in Botswana. — Photo cou

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Company Profiles

Imperial Metals buoyed by Red Chris Mine production

The completion of Red Chris Mine this year, and subsequent production start-up, has led to an increase in revenue for Imperial Metals. — Photo courte

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Company Profiles

Aappalutoq Ruby Mine reaches 75% completion and joint venture partner earns further 10% ownership

Construction continues at True North Gems Greenland site — Photo courtesy True North Gems True North Gems Inc. (TGX: TSX-V) (“True North” “TNG” or th

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Company Profiles

Closures and reduced footprint for Finning in Western Canada

One of Finning's heavy equipment maintenance facilities in Northern Alberta. — Photo courtesy Stantec/Finning Finning International, the Caterpillar

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Company Profiles

Coal Association of Canada president resigns, successor appointed

Mr. Robin Campbell is the new President of the Coal Association of Canada. — Photo courtesy CAC Mr. John Schadan, Chair of the Board of Directors of

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Company Profiles

TMAC Resources: Hope Bay Gold Mine project moving successfully along the “path to production”

TMAC Resources reports that the company remains on track and on budget for reaching production of their Hope Bay Project at the end of 2016. — Photo c

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Exploration

Boart Longyear launches MDR700, the next generation underground coring rig with advanced mobility

Boart Longyear has announced the launch of the new MDR700, the next generation underground coring rig with advanced mobility. — Photo courtesy Boart

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Energy

Keystone XL permit denial compromises environment, economy, jobs and public safety

TransCanada Corporation President and CEO Russ Girling issued a statement on the Keystone XL rejection. — Photo courtesy TransCanada TransCanada Corp

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Illumiti and Vandrico launch MineSafe Smartwatch running on the SAP HANA Platform

St. Andrew Goldfields Ltd. was one of Illumiti Business Transformation Studies. — Photo courtesy www.illumiti.com TORONTO, Nov. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/

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Company Profiles

US Coal producer cuts shipment through Westshore Terminals

Cloud Peak Energy entered into an amended agreement with Westshore Terminals to eliminate both parties volume obligations for the period 2016 through

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Cleanfix newly launched hydraulic fans are cooler than ever

Cleanfix fan — Photo courtesy CleanfixCleanfix boosts your engine’s efficiency with its newly launched hydraulic cooling fan. Used across most agricu

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Canada’s role in the Trans Pacific Partnership points to a flourishing metals and minerals industry

Rod Thomas, president of the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC), said TTP is a good move for the Canadian mining industry. — Photo

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Company Profiles

Teck reports $2.2B in impairment charges and $2.1B in losses

“We are taking significant steps to meet the challenge of low commodity prices,” says Don Lindsay, President and CEO of Teck Resources Limited. — Pho

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British Columbia

Teck announces appointment of Lawrence Watkins as Vice President, Health and Safety

Teck Resources Limited announces the appointment of Lawrence Watkins as Vice President, Health and Safety. — Photo courtesy Teck/Linkedin Vancouver,

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