February 9, 2026 Elevra, Mangrove Lithium ink offtake MoU for NAL project in Quebec Under the terms of the non-binding MoU, companies intend to negotiate an agreement under which Elevra could supply up to 144,000 tonnes per year of spodumene concentrate.
February 9, 2026 Kidnappers kill Vizsla mine workers in Mexico The focus remains on the safe return of those who remain missing, the company said.
February 9, 2026 PMET to raise $96M for Quebec lithium exploration Formerly known as Patriot Battery Metals, Volkswagen-backed PMET is working towards a final investment decision on Shaakichiuwaanaan.
February 9, 2026 Newmont wants Barrick to fix Nevada operations before IPO Barrick last week announced plans to sell 10% to 15% of those operations through a late-2026 IPO.
February 9, 2026 The Northern Miner launches the Goldquest Challenge — and you could win a trip to Vancouver! Calling all international students with a curiosity for gold, mining, and a little adventure.
February 8, 2026 Infographic: Gold price rally lifts value of World Cup trophy Compared with the previous tournament, the trophy’s metal value has risen by more than 30%.
February 6, 2026 Saudi graphite plant is ‘wake-up call’ for Quebec, France: CEO North America’s only producer of natural graphite had been developing plans to build battery material facilities in Baie-Comeau, Quebec and France.
February 6, 2026 Wheaton Precious Metals appoints new CEO, Randy Smallwood named chair After more than 15 years of leading the business he co-founded, Smallwood will step down as CEO March 31.
February 6, 2026 Heliostar pours first gold from San Agustin mine The company expects San Agustin to deliver around 45,000 ounces of gold production.
February 6, 2026 DPM adds 20% more gold-silver to extend Bulgaria mine Chelopech is now projected to have a mine life of 10 years, up from six previously.
Congo to enforce local ownership rule for copper, cobalt miners Mines Minister Louis Watum said firms must demonstrate that 5% of their share capital is held by Congolese employees. February 09, 2026 | 10:48 am
