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Voisey’s Bay underground mine on hold

CBC News | August 20, 2017 | 7:30 pm Base Metals Canada Nickel

Bidders for $500m Canada streaming deal as cobalt price surges–report

CBC News has learned plans to extend the life of the Voisey’s Bay nickel mine in northern Labrador by moving operations underground – already once delayed – are now on hold. Mine owner Vale says a depressed market has led to a review of all projects, including Voisey’s Bay underground.

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