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North American Nickel uses new ground geophysical surveys to identify mineralized targets
North American Nickel completed electromagnetic and gravity surveys at its Maniitsoq project in Greenland, identifying new drill targets with previously unrecognized anomalies. The company achieved significant results including 3% nickel and 1% copper grades at Imiak Hill, comparing favorably to world-class deposits like Raglan and Voisey's Bay.
BC mining property faces possible rebirth
AuRico Gold Inc. filed a project description for its Kemess Underground Project with environmental agencies, proposing a copper/gold mine 250 km north of Smithers, BC. The underground block cave operation would produce 1.3 million oz. of gold and 563 million lb. of copper over 12 years, utilizing existing infrastructure from the closed Kemess South mine. The company expects a two-year environmental review process and has secured interim agreements with three First Nations bands.
A new book provides guidance on how to engage with First Nations
AME BC released the Aboriginal Engagement Guidebook: A Practical and Principled Approach for Mineral Explorers at Roundup 2014. The guide provides practical advice for prospectors and early-stage explorers on building relationships with First Nations, emphasizing early, informal engagement and two-way conversations. Industry experts highlight that First Nations engagement has become standard practice and is essential for project success.
Majors lead investment
Northwest Territories mining sector shows strong growth potential with major projects advancing through permitting stages. Ekati diamond mine seeks approval for 10-20 year life extension, while multiple projects including NICO, Gahcho Kué, and Prairie Creek receive federal approvals to proceed.
Yukon site could be the world’s largest undeveloped zinc deposit
Selwyn Chihong Mining announced a $56 million investment for 2014 to advance the Selwyn Project in eastern Yukon, potentially the world's largest undeveloped zinc-lead deposit. The company has scaled up plans from a 3,500 tonnes-per-day underground operation to a 25,000 tonnes-per-day open-pit mine, with construction costs estimated at $1.8 billion.
Executive confident about gold mine’s development
Pretium Resources CEO Robert Quartermain expressed confidence that the company's high-grade Brucejack gold project in northwestern BC will proceed to production by 2016, despite uncertain gold prices. The project contains 8.7 million oz. of measured and indicated gold at 17.6 g/t in the Valley of the Kings zone, with an updated feasibility study expected in Q2 2014.
An update on the Reed Copper Mine project
VMS Ventures discovered the Reed Copper Mine in Manitoba in 2007 using advanced VTEM technology, hitting high-grade copper mineralization including 10 metres at over 10% copper. The company partnered with Hudbay Minerals in a joint venture where VMS retains 30% and is carried to production, with commercial production expected in Q2 2014.
Bulk sample program results prove golden
Pretium Resources' bulk sampling program at its Brucejack gold project in northwestern B.C. exceeded targets by producing 5,865 oz. of gold from 10,302 dry tonnes, 47% above the original 4,000 oz. goal. The company also released an updated resource estimate showing 8.7 million oz. of measured and indicated gold at 17.6 g/t in the Valley of the Kings zone.
Diamond drillers association hopes 2014 will sparkle
The Canadian Diamond Drilling Association reports that the drilling industry experienced a devastating 60% drop in rig utilization in 2013, with companies that previously reported record profits now struggling. The association is launching a new Drillers Excellence Certification program to establish higher industry standards and hopes 2014 will mark the bottom of the downturn cycle.
Karnalyte Resources gets started on a $600 million project
Karnalyte Resources received environmental approval to proceed with construction of its $600 million Wynyard Carnallite Project in Saskatchewan, which aims to produce 625,000 tonnes of potash annually in Phase 1, expanding to 2.125 million tonnes. The company claims to have discovered the world's largest potash deposit with 45 metres of high-grade ore seams and 156 million tonnes of proven and probable reserves.
Prospector and President - Q & A with Jason Jacob, president of the East Kootenay Chamber of Mines
Jason Jacob, president of the East Kootenay Chamber of Mines, discusses the organization's progress on establishing B.C.'s first core library near Fort Steele, housing important drill cores from historic mines including Sullivan. The chamber is hosting the Minerals South Conference in Cranbrook from November 5-7.
Callinex Mines makes headway in a low market
Callinex Mines completed a diamond drilling program at its Gossan Hill property near Cranberry Portage, Manitoba, covering 3,679 hectares with gold-bearing mineralization. The company maintains $3 million in the bank and is positioned to weather the current challenging market conditions with dedicated shareholder support.
MSABC sends the message that mining builds communities
The Mining Suppliers Association of B.C. launched a "Mining Builds Communities" campaign during BC Mining Week to highlight how mining operations create broader economic benefits across the province. The association emphasized that for every person employed in mining, two additional jobs are created in services and support positions, with over 900 supply companies supporting more than 1,200 mineral exploration and mining companies in B.C.
An exciting gold project moves forward
New Gold Inc. is advancing its flagship Blackwater gold-silver project in British Columbia toward production by 2017, with a $1.8 billion investment planned. The project would produce an average of 507,000 ounces of gold and 2.04 million ounces of silver annually over a 15-year mine life, representing New Gold's largest production asset.
Greenland property could be the next site of an open-pit nickel mine
North American Nickel reported a significant discovery at its Maniitsoq project in Greenland, intersecting 123.94 metres grading 0.81% nickel at the Spotty Hill target. The company believes the 4,983-square-kilometre property could host a new nickel camp comparable to Sudbury Basin, with potential for open-pit mining operations.
Westshore Terminals looks ahead with optimism
Westshore Terminals completed a $100-million upgrade that increases its throughput capacity to 33 million tonnes, maintaining its position as Canada's largest coal export terminal. The facility shipped a record 27.3 million tonnes in the previous year and handles both metallurgical and thermal coal for global markets.
BC’s Association for Mineral Exploration turns 100
AME BC celebrated its 100th anniversary in April at the Britannia Mine Museum, marking a century of representing British Columbia's mineral exploration industry. The association has grown from the original Vancouver Mining Club in 1912 to nearly 5,000 members today, supporting an industry that contributed $700 billion to BC's economy over its history. AME BC continues to advocate for land access, permitting improvements, and public education about mining's importance.
New agreement makes it easier to sell Saskatchewan uranium to China
Canada announced a new agreement to substantially increase uranium exports to China, benefiting Saskatchewan producers like Cameco. The company already has long-term contracts for 52 million pounds of uranium with Chinese buyers through 2025. China's plan for 52 new nuclear reactors by 2021 could account for 25% of world uranium demand.
From A to zinc: Teck helps prevent disease in the developing world
Teck's Trail Operations, which produces 290,000 tonnes of zinc annually, has launched a comprehensive global health initiative called Zinc and Health to combat zinc deficiency in developing countries. The program includes therapeutic zinc treatments, micronutrient supplements, and food fortification partnerships, with Teck committing $5 million alongside $15 million from CIDA for a $20 million initiative targeting five countries including Senegal, Nepal, and Peru.
Fission Energy anticipates market growth for uranium
Fission Energy CEO Dev Randhawa anticipates strong uranium market growth driven by China and India's expanding energy needs. He cites China's goal to increase nuclear power from 1.5% to 15% of energy mix, requiring 115 new plants, while highlighting a successful past uranium property investment that returned 150x gains.
Making mining accessible
The Kamloops Exploration Group (KEG) is promoting mining awareness and education through its 25th annual conference and various outreach programs. The organization has grown from a small group of geologists to thousands of members focused on educating the public about mining and exploration in British Columbia.
Near-infrared technology essential for rapid and accurate mineral sampling
ASD Inc. released its TerraSpec 4 line of mineral analyzers that use near-infrared spectroscopy to provide rapid and accurate mineral sampling, enabling analysis of over 1,000 blast hole chip samples per day. The technology dramatically improves on traditional laboratory tests by delivering results in seconds rather than hours, helping optimize mining operations from exploration through production.
Reed Copper site accelerates production dates
Manitoba government approved the Reed Copper Exploration Permit for VMS Ventures and HudBay Minerals' joint venture to extract a 10,000-tonne bulk sample. Production timelines have accelerated from Q4 2013 to potentially Q2 2013, with ground breaking expected in the coming weeks.
School of rocks
The East Kootenay Chamber of Mines held its 7th Annual Minerals South Conference in Kimberley, featuring a new Junior Miners Program that engaged over 100 elementary students. The program successfully introduced young students to mining's role in everyday life through hands-on activities and mineral displays. The initiative aims to inspire the next generation of mining professionals in British Columbia.
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