Newly listed Lumina in talks with Poland’s KGHM over potential supply deal The Canadian miner said it has signed an LOI with KGHM to discuss terms related to the future supply of copper concentrates from its Nowa Sól project. Staff Writer | May 5, 2026 | 9:10 am
CIM Connect: Teck chief pushes permits, power lines as Canada’s mining bottlenecks Canada risks losing the next wave of critical minerals investment unless it tightens permitting timelines and builds shared infrastructure, Jonathan Price says. Henry Lazenby | May 5, 2026 | 7:47 am
France convenes G7 on critical minerals to curb China’s grip The online meeting with relevant ministers is intended to prepare for a mid-June summit of the G7 leaders. Reuters | May 5, 2026 | 7:46 am
Ekati seeks creditor protection amid Canada’s diamond decline in Far North News extends a painful period for the Northwest Territory’s mining industry following the end of production in March at Rio Tinto’s Diavik mine. Frédéric Tomesco | May 5, 2026 | 7:37 am
Blast at Glencore’s Kazzinc plant kills two, injures five A dust-collection unit at the facility had exploded, triggering a blaze and causing one building to partially collapse. Staff Writer | May 5, 2026 | 7:35 am
Canadian miner invested in Cuba says it’s assessing Trump’s fresh sanctions Toronto-based Sherritt mines cobalt and nickel in eastern Cuba, processing the metal at its refinery in Alberta. Bloomberg News | May 5, 2026 | 7:01 am
Dominican Republic halts GoldQuest project following protests Mass protests force a halt to the Canadian miner’s Romero project, spotlighting environmental risks and social opposition. Cecilia Jamasmie | May 5, 2026 | 5:23 am
Colombia coal mine explosion kills 9 workers Methane buildup suspected in deadly mine explosion weeks after regulators flagged hazards at site. Staff Writer | May 5, 2026 | 4:46 am
Norway joins US-led Pax Silica supply chain push Norway's addition boosts the coalition aimed at enhancing and coordinating "trusted" supply chains for AI and semiconductors. Staff Writer | May 5, 2026 | 3:45 am