October 30, 2023

Panama to hold referendum on First Quantum contract, halts new projects

President Laurentino Cortizo said locals will decide on Dec. 17 whether to revoke the controversial 20-year contract.

October 27, 2023

Dixie Gold agrees to friendly takeover by Australia’s Omnia Metals

The consideration represents a premium estimated to be in excess of 600% to Dixie Gold's value on the date of agreement.

October 27, 2023

$7 billion in subsidies raises spectre of Canadian hydrogen development

British Columbia's abundant clean hydro power is attracting a wave of hydrogen production and export proposals.

October 27, 2023

Stornoway Diamond files for bankruptcy for second time, stops operations at Quebec site

Renard is Quebec’s first and only diamond mine, opened in 2017.

October 27, 2023

Shenghe Resources throws Vital Metals a lifeline

The Chinese company is acquiring new shares North America's second rare earths producer for $3.8 million.

October 26, 2023

Gitxaala First Nation appeals BC Supreme Court decision on UNDRIP

The Gitxaala also want the Court of Appeal to do what the BC Supreme Court refused to do – quash several mineral claims in their traditional territories.

October 26, 2023

Ottawa unveils interim plan for environment agency after court rules it unconstitutional 

Ottawa is suspending the environment minister’s authority to force major energy or mining projects to be judged for environmental impact as part of a temporary operating plan for the Impact…

October 26, 2023

Mine reclamation awards – Teck, Imperial, Centerra on top

The BC Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation wrapped up its annual conference in September with recognition of the top mine reclamation projects in British Columbia.

October 26, 2023

Capex of top 30 miners to grow 6.2% in 2023, but decline over next two years — report

According to S&P Global, the highest capital budget spend in financial year 2023 is expected to come from BHP.

October 26, 2023

Champion Iron shares rise on Bloom Lake expansion

The company reported a 21% increase in production in Q2, compared with the same quarter last year.