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Producing more than $10 billion worth of minerals per year, Ontario has a distinct presence in the mining community. This province has experienced a number of gold rushes and mineral discoveries in its history, and has a wealth of potentia...
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Global mining sector prepares to meet with renewable energy leaders in Toronto
Energy and Mines World Congress brings together over 40 senior mining leaders with renewable energy experts in Toronto on November 21-22, 2016. The event focuses on collaboration between mining and renewables to reduce energy costs and carbon exposure, featuring case studies from global mining operators including Goldcorp, Barrick Gold, and Newmont.
Kirkland Lake Gold appoints Anthony Makuch new CEO
Kirkland Lake Gold appointed Anthony Makuch as new CEO following George Ogilvie's resignation. Makuch brings over 25 years of mining experience, notably as CEO of Lake Shore Gold where he increased production and reserves while lowering costs. The company is targeting 270,000-290,000 ounces of annual gold production from its Ontario operations.
Kennady Diamonds Completes 2016 Winter Drilling Program
Kennady Diamonds completed its most successful winter drilling program to date, drilling 10,712 meters across 74 holes and discovering the new Faraday 3 kimberlite. The company recovered four diamonds from drill core and successfully bulk sampled 580 tonnes from Kelvin North Lobe, with processing expected to yield over 1,200 carats for valuation.
Ontario to convert largest coal plant in North America to solar farm
Ontario Power Generation is converting the former Nanticoke coal plant, once North America's largest coal-fired facility, into a 44-megawatt solar farm. Construction is expected to begin in late 2017 with completion in 2019, marking a significant transformation from one of Canada's worst polluters to clean energy generation.
Tesla co-founder and CTO JB Straubel to share his energy vision with innovators at Discovery 2016
Tesla co-founder and CTO JB Straubel will keynote Ontario Centres of Excellence's Discovery 2016 conference on May 9-10 in Toronto, discussing energy innovation and clean technology business opportunities. The event coincides with OCE's new $74 million Cleantech Innovation Initiative on behalf of the Ontario government.
The Rare Earths Market: Thriving, but Threatened by Illegal Mining and Production in China
InvestorIntel announces Professor Dudley Kingsnorth as keynote speaker for the 5th Annual Cleantech & Technology Metals Summit in Toronto, May 10-11. His presentation will focus on how illegal rare earths mining in China threatens global supply chains and non-Chinese producers. The summit features technology metals experts discussing critical minerals demand growth and cleantech industry impacts.
CRH Canada’s Dufferin Aggregates Acton Quarry certified as socially and environmentally responsible
CRH Canada's Dufferin Aggregates Acton Quarry has become the world's first quarry to receive certification as a supplier of responsibly sourced stone, sand and gravel from the Cornerstone Standard's Council. This landmark certification establishes a new pathway for sustainable aggregate sourcing and is expected to serve as a catalyst for industry-wide improvements in environmental and social responsibility practices.
Geothermal—Canada on the brink of sustainable energy?
The Canadian Geothermal Energy Association is working through Alberta's Energy Futures Lab to promote geothermal energy as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. The article highlights how skills from mining and oil extraction can be directly applied to geothermal projects, creating significantly more permanent jobs than natural gas production.
Serious challenges to future mining investment necessitate immediate action
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce released a major report urging provincial and federal governments to take immediate action to strengthen Ontario's mining sector competitiveness. The report recommends increasing northern infrastructure investment, reducing regulatory uncertainty, and raising Ontario's flow-through share tax credit from 5% to 20%.
Alicia Woods appointed general manager at Marcotte Mining
Alicia Woods has been appointed general manager of Marcotte Mining, the same position her father Paul Marcotte was set to assume when he died in 1992 at age 37. Woods aims to lead the underground mining equipment company back to its innovative roots through product line updates and R&D focus.
Top 10 hydroelectric dams in Canada
Canada ranks as the world's third-largest hydropower producer with over 82,000 MW of installed capacity across 600 stations, generating 60% of the country's electricity from hydroelectric sources. Major recent developments include BC's $16-billion Site C dam reaching full operation in 2025 and the landmark Churchill Falls contract renegotiation between Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador.
Electricity-powered vehicles go underground in Ontario
Goldcorp is testing two electric underground mining vehicles at its Musselwhite Mine in northwestern Ontario to potentially replace its diesel-powered fleet. The test involves the Minecat UT150-eMV and PapaBravo Marmot vehicles, with evaluations running until December 2015 to assess emissions reduction, fuel consumption savings, and maintenance cost benefits.
PDAC 2016 convention brings 24,000 to Toronto
PDAC 2016 convention is scheduled for March 6-9 in Toronto, expecting 24,000 attendees based on the previous year's success of 23,500 participants from 116 countries. The event will feature 1,400 exhibitor booths and inject $70 million into the local economy, positioning itself as the world's largest mining industry event.
Thunder Bay joint venture with First Nation builds housing subdivision
Oshki-Aki Limited Partnership, a joint venture between True Grit Consulting and Fort William First Nation, is nearing completion of a 21-lot housing subdivision in Thunder Bay, Ontario, with infrastructure expected to be finished by November 2015. The project demonstrates successful Indigenous partnership in development while creating employment opportunities for 10-15 First Nations members and building local capacity in consulting and engineering.
Ulmer Contracting is the Canadian Ultimate Crew Finalist!
Ulmer Contracting has been selected as the sole Canadian finalist among 8 North American crews for Vermeer's Ultimate Horizontal Directional Drilling Crew contest. The winner will receive use of a new Vermeer D24x40 Series II drill for twelve months and other prizes following a skills competition at ICUEE 2015.
Ontario Teachers’ to acquire Cenovus oil and gas royalty business
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan agreed to acquire Cenovus Energy's Heritage Royalty Limited Partnership (HRP) for $3.3 billion, gaining one of Canada's largest royalty portfolios with 4.8 million acres across Western Canada. The deal provides Teachers' with diversified energy exposure and recurring revenue streams from oil and gas production.
Celebrated author injects some balance into the debate about energy, the environment and the economy
Author Alex Epstein is conducting a Canadian book tour for 'The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels' with events in Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal in June 2015. The tour, organized in partnership with eco-pragmatist.com and the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, aims to provide a balanced perspective on fossil fuel use and climate debate.
Report by Philip Cross: Resources are more important to Canada than you think
A new Macdonald-Laurier Institute report by Philip Cross finds that natural resources contributed $260 billion (16.6% of GDP) to Canada's economy in 2010, with each dollar of resource output generating $2.32 in economy-wide GDP. The analysis shows resources accounted for 61% of all business investment in plant and equipment in 2013.
Maclean to showcase safety and productivity innovation at 2015 Timmins Mining Expo
MacLean Engineering is showcasing their new Mine-Mate BT3 Boom Truck with front suspension system at the 2015 Canadian Mining Expo. The innovation reduces operator vibration and increases productivity, with one mine reporting tramming time reductions from 55 to 37 minutes.
Re-branded Levaero brings new altitude to aviation
Pilatus Centre Canada has rebranded as Levaero Aviation after 20 years of service, with existing leadership remaining in place. The company operates Northern Ontario's largest aircraft Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul facility and serves as the exclusive Canadian sales and service centre for Pilatus PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft.
Fed. Competition Bureau greenlights Holcim/ Lafarge merger - with conditions
The Federal Competition Bureau approved the merger of cement giants Holcim and Lafarge with conditions requiring Holcim to divest all Canadian operations and some U.S. assets. The deal creates the world's largest cement company but requires asset sales to preserve competition in the Canadian market.
New report stresses the importance of revenue sharing in resource development
The Macdonald-Laurier Institute released a report supporting resource revenue sharing with Indigenous communities, citing existing systems across Canada from Newfoundland to Yukon. The report argues that revenue sharing is a proven approach for securing Aboriginal support for well-planned natural resource projects.
ColdBlock Technologies Inc. reveals game-changing sample digestion technology at PDAC
ColdBlock Technologies unveiled a revolutionary sample digestion technology at PDAC that reduces processing time from hours to 10-15 minutes while improving accuracy and safety. The Mississauga-based startup uses infrared radiation to heat samples up to 1,000°C while keeping acid solutions cool, eliminating hazardous reagents and providing near-total digestion. The company will begin shipping products to labs in May after five years of R&D supported by partners including Barrick Gold and Brock University.
Frac sand business is still booming; Select Sands develops fine mesh project close to wellheads
Select Sands has optioned a 520-acre Tier 1 frac sand property called Sandtown in Arkansas, strategically located 650 miles closer to Texas and Louisiana oil basins than competing Wisconsin operations. The company plans $30 million in capex for plant construction starting in 2016, targeting the premium fine-mesh sand market where demand has increased significantly due to new fracking techniques.