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A great deal of exploration, assessment and consideration of logistical details must occur before a mine can begin operation—and once it does, there are many things that can impact its success. In Canadian Mining & Energy, we look at t...
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AME responds to BC Professional Reliance Report
The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) expressed concerns about British Columbia's professional reliance report, arguing it exceeds the expected scope with broad regulatory changes affecting 28 regimes. AME calls for limiting implementation to governance improvements that maintain current professional standards without adversely impacting mineral exploration.
Fireweed begins drilling on Macmillan Pass Zinc Project
Fireweed Zinc has commenced a 10,000-meter drill program on its Macmillan Pass Zinc Project in Yukon, targeting expansion of mineral resources around the Tom West Zone and other priority targets. The three-drill program aims to expand known zones, upgrade resources to higher confidence categories, and test new exploration targets for potential discoveries on the 470 km² property.
Royal Canadian Mint issues first coin minted of pure Nunavut gold
The Royal Canadian Mint issued its first collectible coin crafted entirely from Nunavut-sourced gold, featuring Arctic wildlife designs by Inuk artist Andrew Qappik. The gold was sourced from TMAC Resources' Hope Bay mine and Agnico Eagle's Meadowbank mine near Baker Lake.
Next phase of Prince Rupert Fairview Terminal Expansion unveiled
The Port of Prince Rupert and DP World announced the Phase 2B expansion of the Fairview Container Terminal, which will increase annual capacity to 1.8 million TEUs by 2022. The project will add 6,680 feet of rail track, expand the container yard by 9 hectares, and create approximately 300 new full-time jobs.
Update on Noront Ferrochrome Production Facility
Noront Resources has narrowed down potential locations for its ferrochrome production facility to two Northern Ontario cities: Timmins and Sault Ste. Marie, eliminating Thunder Bay and Sudbury from consideration. The company expects to conclude site selection negotiations in Q4 2018, while also completing a $393,990 interest payment through share issuance.
Prince Rupert Port Authority appoints Shaun Stevenson as CEO
The Prince Rupert Port Authority has appointed Shaun Stevenson as its new President and CEO following an international search. Stevenson, currently VP of Trade Development & Public Affairs with over 20 years at PRPA, replaces retiring CEO Don Krusel and will lead the strategic development of this key North American gateway port.
Klondex announces Securityholder Approval of proposed acquisition by Hecla
Klondex Mines shareholders overwhelmingly approved the proposed acquisition by Hecla Mining Company, with 99.62% voting in favor of the arrangement. The transaction is expected to close around July 20, 2018, and includes a concurrent spin-out of Klondex's Canadian assets into a new company called Havilah Mining Corporation.
New standard for responsible mining released
The Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) has released the Standard for Responsible Mining, a global certification program for industrial-scale mine sites developed with input from over 100 companies and organizations worldwide. The standard addresses growing demand from jewelers, electronics businesses, and automakers for assurances that minerals are mined responsibly, covering elements like worker safety, human rights, community engagement, and environmental protection.
College of the Rockies honours founder
College of the Rockies announced its new trades training facility will be named Patterson Hall, honoring founder James Patterson whose vision led to the college's establishment over 40 years ago. The building will house Industrial Mechanic and Electrical programs and opens in August.
NOVAGOLD Reports Second Quarter Results: Donlin Gold Final Environmental Impact Study Published
NOVAGOLD reported significant progress on its 50%-owned Donlin Gold project in Alaska with the completion and publication of the final Environmental Impact Study by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The company has secured key permits including the Alaska Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit and expects a federal Record of Decision in the second half of 2018.
Real meteorite lands on Royal Canadian Mint collector coin
The Royal Canadian Mint released a limited edition $20 silver collector coin featuring a genuine meteorite fragment to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. Only 5,500 coins were minted, retailing for $149.95 each, with the meteorite fragment sourced from the Campo del Cielo meteorite field.
Wheaton Precious Metals: mining industry gives back
Wheaton Precious Metals has donated $10,000 to the Children of the Street Society for the seventh consecutive year to support their work preventing child sexual exploitation and human trafficking. The donation demonstrates the world's largest silver streaming company's commitment to corporate citizenship and community giving.
Wheaton Precious Metals acquires cobalt stream from Vale’s Voisey’s Bay Mine
Wheaton Precious Metals acquired a cobalt stream from Vale's Voisey's Bay mine for $390 million upfront, entitling them to 42.4% of cobalt production starting in 2021. The stream is expected to generate over $75 million in annual operating cash flow for the first 10 years, diversifying Wheaton's portfolio into the growing electric vehicle battery market.
Rock Star: Rithmik Solutions founder and CEO Kevin Urbanski
Kevin Urbanski, founder and CEO of Rithmik Solutions, has built an AI company in Fernie, BC that helps mining companies identify early equipment issues through data analysis. After eight years in mining across North and South America, Urbanski recognized untapped potential in mining data and founded the company to leverage artificial intelligence for predictive maintenance solutions.
Skyharbour discovers new high grade uranium mineralization at Maverick Zone
Skyharbour Resources reported high-grade uranium results from its winter drilling program at the Moore Uranium Project in Saskatchewan's Athabasca Basin. The best result was 5.39% U3O8 over 1.0 metre within a broader interval of 2.07% U3O8 over 3.5 metres at the Main Maverick Zone. The company is planning a 3,000 metre summer drilling program starting in August to follow up on these discoveries.
M.P.V. Explorations starts its first drilling campaign on UMEX
M.P.V. Explorations has commenced its first 1,000-meter diamond drilling campaign on the UMEX Property in Quebec's Chapais sector. The program aims to validate historical estimates from the 1970s that identified 450,000 tons grading 1.35% copper, 2.0% zinc and 38 g/t silver in a volcanic massive sulphide lens.
Midland resumes exploration work on the James Bay Gold Project
Midland Exploration has resumed summer exploration on its James Bay Gold project, focusing on the Lasalle property which returned high-grade gold results up to 22.6 g/t Au in grab samples. The work will target an 8-kilometer-long shear zone through mechanical trenching of gold showings and anomalous areas.
Teck named to 2018 Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada
Teck Resources has been named to Corporate Knights' Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada ranking for the 12th consecutive year. The recognition highlights Teck's performance across sustainability metrics including carbon productivity, board diversity, health and safety, and water use.
Immersive Technologies and Simtars team up in Strategic Development of Safety Training Solutions
Immersive Technologies and Simtars have signed an MOU to jointly develop advanced training and workforce development solutions for the Queensland resource sector and international markets. The partnership combines Immersive's equipment simulation expertise with Simtars' mine health and safety knowledge, starting collaboration from June to enhance mining safety through virtual reality and simulator technologies.
Honey Badger Exploration strategically increases its landholdings in Thunder Bay, Ontario
Honey Badger Exploration acquired Thunder Bay Silver & Cobalt Corp., adding 359 claims covering 6,880 hectares to become the largest landowner in the Thunder Bay Silver District with over 37,850 hectares. The acquisition expands their holdings in a historic polymetallic silver camp with eleven past-producing mines that historically produced over 1.67M oz silver.
Kintavar begins drilling on the Stratiform Copper Mitchi Project in Quebec
Kintavar Exploration has commenced diamond drilling on its 100%-owned Mitchi copper project in Quebec's Grenville province, planning over 4,000 meters across two corridors. The program follows encouraging stratiform copper mineralization intersected from surface in January 2018 drilling, with assay results expected by end of July.
Kyba hits the Red-Line Trail at Metallis’ Kirkham Property
Metallis Resources launched its Phase 1 2018 exploration program at the 100% owned Kirkham Property in BC's Golden Triangle, focusing on the central and southern blocks. The company has engaged Jeff Kyba, former BC Ministry geologist and co-author of the 'Red-Line' doctrine, to evaluate multiple targets for gold, copper, and newly identified nickel potential.
Teck Donates $1 Million to College of the Rockies
Teck donated $1 million to College of the Rockies to support trades training infrastructure and scholarships. The funding will help build a new trades facility in Cranbrook, establish scholarships for heavy duty mechanic and electrical students, and revitalize the Fernie campus. The initiative aims to develop skilled workers for the mining industry in the East Kootenay region.
Government of Canada announces agreement in principle to restore rail service in Northern Manitoba
The Government of Canada announced an agreement in principle between Missinippi Rail Partners, Fairfax Financial Holdings, and OmniTRAX to restore rail service to northern Manitoba and transfer ownership of the Port of Churchill. The historic arrangement includes participation from 30 First Nations and 11 non-First Nations communities, with service restoration targeted before winter 2018.