Canada’s critical minerals push faces capital gap: RBC Ottawa bets billions on projects and infrastructure as global demand surges and China dominates refining capacity. Cecilia Jamasmie | February 27, 2026 | 4:03 am
Ontario vows more cash to boost mining Ontario Mines and Energy Minister Stephen Lecce promises more support for the industry at PDAC 2026. Colin McClelland | February 27, 2026 | 4:00 am
Argentina’s Senate passes glacier law reform to unlock mining projects If enacted, the controversial bill would enable provinces to set their own standards for protecting glaciers and periglacial environments. Reuters | February 26, 2026 | 5:03 pm
MP Materials inks rare earths deal with mystery automaker The sole American producer of rare earth minerals said the agreement would supply neodymium-praseodymium oxide. Bloomberg News | February 26, 2026 | 4:48 pm
MP Materials swings to Q4 profit on US government price support The company's results were aided by $51 million in price protection agreement income from the US government. Reuters | February 26, 2026 | 3:35 pm
Global Atomic faces potential class action Plaintiffs allege that the company had made "misrepresentations" to investors in its public disclosure. Staff Writer | February 26, 2026 | 12:00 pm
Ecuadorean lawmakers pass reform geared at driving mining investment Key among the changes is the replacement of the current environmental license with a broader “environmental authorization” for mining. Reuters | February 26, 2026 | 11:58 am
Codelco, Rio Tinto sign early agreement to weigh investments The agreement focuses on project management, operational standards and supply chain coordination. Reuters | February 26, 2026 | 11:54 am
Copper price edges lower as traders await return of China demand The buildup of copper inventories in China was also greater than usual during the holiday period. Bloomberg News | February 26, 2026 | 11:03 am