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Noront provides drill program update on McFaulds Property in ring of fire
Noront Resources completed a 3-hole drill program on its McFaulds property in Ontario's Ring of Fire, discovering a new copper-zinc horizon called McFaulds No.8. The most significant intersection was 9.0 metres grading 2.0% copper, 3.6% zinc and 7.8 g/t silver, representing a new volcanogenic massive sulphide mineralized zone not previously intersected in historic drilling.
FPX Nickel completes Stepout drilling program targeting southeast extension of Baptiste Deposit
FPX Nickel completed an 8-hole stepout drilling program at the Baptiste deposit within its Decar nickel project in central British Columbia. The program tested the southeast extension of the deposit where previous drilling returned the highest-grade intercepts. Assay results are expected in mid-October 2017.
The future is here
Harrier Aerial Surveys, a UAV remote sensing company, is using drone technology and photogrammetry to create 3D maps and digital elevation models for mining clients. The company recently completed a six square kilometre mapping project for GT Goldcorp near Terrace, BC, demonstrating the technology's potential to enhance exploration and mine planning across all stages of mining operations.
Wesdome announces early results From Moss Lake
Wesdome Gold Mines announced encouraging early drill results from Moss Lake that have extended known gold mineralization from 2.5 kilometres to 4.5 kilometres strike length. The company has decided to suspend the Moss Lake program to focus exploration efforts at Eagle River Mine and Kiena Complex, despite the positive results showing significant expansion potential.
Rockhaven announces initial assays from 2017 drilling at Klaza Project, Yukon
Rockhaven Resources announced positive initial assay results from its 2017 drilling program at the Klaza gold-silver project in Yukon, completing 96 holes totaling 15,922m ahead of schedule. The best intercept returned 36.90 g/t gold and 1,280 g/t silver over 0.83m, with results focused on expanding near-surface mineral resources for potential open pit mining. The drilling aims to enhance project economics by adding ounces amenable to open pit extraction within and adjacent to the Central Klaza Zone.
Eagle Plains Resources: stakes “Robinson Creek” high-grade gold, copper property in Saskatchewan
Eagle Plains Resources has staked the 1,000-hectare Robinson Creek property in Saskatchewan, targeting high-grade gold and copper mineralization 15km west of Flin Flon. The property covers 8 separate mineral occurrences with encouraging historical exploration results including gold-bearing quartz veins and VMS-style copper-zinc mineralization. The company is seeking joint-venture partners to advance exploration on this 100%-owned, royalty-free property.
Glacier Lake completes first pass 2017 exploration program at Silver Vista
Glacier Lake Resources completed its 2017 first pass exploration program at the Silver Vista property near Smithers, BC, successfully verifying access and collecting 28 samples from the southern half of the property. The company plans follow-up drilling at the MR showing, which previously returned strong intercepts including 61.91m @ 0.11% Cu and 40.5 gpt Ag, and will commence exploration of the northern Golden Vista target with gold values up to 6.33 g/t.
Independence Gold commences drilling on Boulevard, Yukon
Independence Gold has commenced a 1,500-metre diamond drilling program on its Boulevard Project in Yukon's White Gold District, following up on high-grade gold results from previous reverse circulation drilling. The program targets quartzite horizons with cross-cutting mineralized quartz veins, with previous holes returning up to 15.0 g/t Au over 3.1m.
Rock Tech provides update on field program, stakes additional claims at Georgia Lake Lithium Project
Rock Tech Lithium provided an update on its field sampling program at the Georgia Lake lithium property in Ontario, successfully locating historic drill collars and staking two additional claims. The company confirmed multiple lithium-bearing pegmatites in both the Aumacho and McVittie regions, with historic resource estimates totaling over 1 million tonnes.
Research brings new mineral exploration method to light
Geoscience BC funded research by Dave Heberlein and Colin Dunn demonstrating that halogens can be used as low-impact exploration indicators for concealed mineral deposits. Testing at Mount Washington and Lara deposits on Vancouver Island showed distinct halogen patterns above known mineralization, with concentrated patterns over shallow deposits and ring patterns around deeper deposits.
Canada poised to fill growing demand for tungsten
Northcliff Resources' Sisson Tungsten-Molybdenum Project in New Brunswick received federal environmental assessment approval in June 2017, marking a significant milestone for Canada's tungsten development. The project faces unique challenges including securing offtake contracts before financing, but benefits from strong local community support and skilled workforce availability. The company is now working through permitting requirements while seeking strategic partnerships and market clarity.
Things looking up for both mining and mineral exploration in B.C.
British Columbia's mining and exploration sectors are showing signs of recovery with net mining revenues rising to $7.3 billion in 2016 from $6.3 billion in 2015. Exploration activity is shifting toward grassroots and early-stage projects, with grassroots expenditure increasing by nearly 25% to $15 million and early-stage spending jumping almost 50% to over $40 million.
Extreme construction: Mountain edition
Axis Mountain Technical Inc., a specialized mountain construction company founded in 2013, has built strong relationships with mining companies including Pretivm Resources through challenging construction projects at remote mountain sites. The company specializes in extreme construction work requiring helicopter access and has completed major projects at the Brucejack mine including microwave tower installation and avalanche control systems.
Seeking paydirt: Rock Star Tim Termuende
Eagle Plains Resources Ltd., a Cranbrook-based prospect generator, celebrates 25 years in business with CEO Tim Termuende reflecting on the company's evolution and success. The company's Copper Canyon project north of Terrace developed into a major gold-copper resource that was sold for $65 million in 2011, providing significant returns to shareholders.
Korite finds rare gems in Alberta
Calgary-based Korite has been successfully mining ammolite, a rare rainbow-colored gemstone found in 70-million-year-old fossilized ammonite shells in Southern Alberta's Bearspaw formation. The company estimates 50 years of reserves remaining and has hired 15 new staff in recent months with plans for 10-15 more hires over the next year.
Geoscience BC receives $10 million in new funding from BC government for earth science research
The BC government committed $10 million over two years to Geoscience BC for earth science research supporting mineral, water and energy development. The funding announcement was made at the Association of Mineral Exploration Round-up Conference in Vancouver. Since 2005, Geoscience BC has leveraged public funding to attract $22 million in private investment and BC's share of mineral exploration investment has increased 350% to 21% in 2015.
This rock star enjoys hard rock and heavy metal—literally and figuratively
Search Minerals' chief geologist Randy Miller is profiled for his expertise in rare earth elements exploration in Labrador. The company has defined one REE resource at their flagship Foxtrot deposit and is advancing environmental studies while operating a metallurgical pilot plant.
Could there be another Sullivan mine-sized deposit near Fort Steele, B.C.?
Kootenay Zinc Corp. is preparing to drill the Sully project near Fort Steele, B.C., following gravity surveys that detected dense masses potentially indicating a large zinc-lead orebody similar to the historic Sullivan mine. The company expects to begin drilling in February 2024 after receiving permits, with initial evaluation potentially taking two years following any discovery.
Denison to continue drilling uranium target on CanAlaska’s Moon Project
CanAlaska announced that Denison Mines will continue drilling on the Moon South claim in Saskatchewan's Athabasca Basin, following initial results including 0.5 metres of 0.102% U3O8 at the unconformity. Ground surveys are underway ahead of a summer drill program targeting the CR-3 conductor trend.
Barkerville Gold Mines enters into relationship agreement with Lhtako Dene First Nation
Barkerville Gold Mines has entered into a Relationship Agreement with Lhtako Dene First Nation for its Cariboo Gold Project in British Columbia. The agreement establishes the framework for cooperation on exploration and mining activities, with Barkerville issuing 400,000 common shares to the First Nation and both parties planning to negotiate a future Impact Benefit Agreement.
Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Mentor Program
The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) announced the launch of its mentorship program designed to connect experienced industry professionals with student members. The program aims to address skills gaps and knowledge transfer challenges in the cyclical mining and exploration industry, with full launch planned for summer 2017.
Gold Mine Exploration 101
Premier Gold Mines President Ewan Downie outlines the typical 10-year process for developing a gold mine from discovery to production, using the company's Trans-Canada property as an example. The company currently has eight properties at various stages of the development process and is nearing completion of a feasibility study for Trans-Canada in partnership with Centerra Gold.
Seabridge Gold obtains permits for Deep Kerr exploration adit
Seabridge Gold received permits from the BC Government to develop a 2,100 meter exploration adit into the Deep Kerr Deposit at its KSM Project in northwestern BC. The underground access will enable cost-effective drilling compared to surface drilling and help upgrade Deep Kerr's inferred resources to higher categories for potential block caving operations.
Canada Carbon to explore testing of thermally upgraded graphite for X-energy’s Xe-100 Reactor Series
Canada Carbon Inc. is in discussions with X-energy to supply thermally upgraded graphite for testing in nuclear fuel pebbles for the Xe-100 reactor series. X-energy received a $53 million US Department of Energy partnership to develop their high-temperature gas-cooled reactor program. Canada Carbon is preparing 12 kg of its high-purity Miller graphite for the testing program.