September 26, 2023 British Columbia gov’t rejects exploration permit application based on Indigenous opposition The permit was for the Torr Metals' Latham copper-gold claim north of the Red Chris mine.
September 26, 2023 Canada sees China as less ‘dependable’ partner on critical minerals, minister says Canada in 2022 asked three Chinese companies to sell their stakes in Toronto-listed lithium explorers after a national security review.
September 26, 2023 Ontario Teachers’ bid for lithium stake on hold after lawsuit Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan was nearing a deal to buy a bundle of battery metals royalties from New York-based Orion Resource Partners.
September 26, 2023 Brazil’s Mura people back Amazon potash mine Based on consultations, several hundred Mura people voted in support of the project being constructed and operated by Brazil Potash’s local unit Potássio do Brasil.
September 25, 2023 New Pacific Metals raising $26 million to advance Bolivia projects Both Silvercorp Metals and Pan American Silver, current shareholders of the company, have expressed their desire to participate in the offering.
September 25, 2023 Wallbridge expands mineralization at Martinière in Quebec Martinière is one of Wallbridge’s two wholly owned gold projects in the Detour-Fenelon gold trend.
September 25, 2023 Sprott announces closing of largest resource fund to date With the close of Fund III, total assets under management of Sprott Resource Lending Corp. stands at $1.5 billion.
September 25, 2023 Bonterra shares surge following agreement with Osisko for development of Quebec properties The properties encompass 496 claims, spanning over 22,508 hectares.
September 25, 2023 Indian Potash sees no Canada supply hit, hopes to extend deal Company does not expect supplies of Canadian potash to be affected by the diplomatic row between the two countries.
September 25, 2023 Sumitomo Metal bets on Canadian battery materials firm Nano One Through a C$16.9 million ($12.5m) investment, the Japanese giant will own 5% of Nano One, which has piqued the interest of global majors.
Australia’s VHM scraps offtake deal with Shenghe Resources The Goschen project is VHM's flagship development, focused on extracting critical minerals such as rare earth elements and titanium. January 11, 2026 | 04:08 pm
US to push for quicker action in reducing reliance on China for rare earths Aside from Japan, G7 members remain heavily dependent on critical minerals from China, which has threatened to impose strict export controls. January 11, 2026 | 09:07 am
Rio Tinto’s bid for Glencore piles pressure on BHP If BHP keeps out of the current talks, it may consider another deal to retain its leadership. January 11, 2026 | 07:49 am