New training program aims to tackle labour shortage, break barriers in Canadian mining

The 14-week program at Collège Boréal, called Mining Potential, will launch at its campuses in Sudbury and Timmins to expose students to the mining industry and prepare them for entry-level jobs.

Northern Miner Staff | February 15, 2022 | 6:00 am

Latin Metals inks option agreement with Barrick Gold for Argentina properties

To earn an initial 70% interest, Barrick must pay $2.32 million in cash to the underlying vendor and $750,000 in cash to Latin Metals.

Northern Miner Staff | February 7, 2022 | 3:04 pm

Mining association to set up protocol to tackle discrimination, sexism by year-end

The association, which includes about 50 of Canada’s leading mining companies, is developing an “equity, diversity, and inclusion” protocol as part of its existing Toward Sustainable Mining program.

Northern Miner Staff | February 7, 2022 | 11:40 am

AME recognizes industry leaders

This week, mineral exploration and development leaders were recognized at AME's Awards Gala event at the Vancouver conference themed 'A Celebration of Excellence' as part of the Association for Mineral Exploration's Roundup 2022.

Northern Miner Staff | February 3, 2022 | 4:24 pm

Imperial Metals surrenders Giant Copper project to British Columbia government

The decision to now surrender all of its remaining claims recognizes the challenges of obtaining mineral exploration and development permits in the area.

Northern Miner Staff | January 20, 2022 | 1:20 pm