The lithium-brine reserve conundrum
Something to consider when looking at the lithium subsector is that lithium brine “reserves” are noncompliant with Australia’s Joint Ore Reserves Committee and Canada’s National Instrument 43-101 stan…
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UNESCO names Stonehammer in N.B. a ‘global geopark’
The Stonehammer Geopark in New Brunswick has become the first North American member of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)-supported Global Geoparks Network (…
Conference Board of Canada likes BHP bid
The following is an excerpt from the Conference Board of Canada’s report: “Saskatchewan in the spotlight: acquisition of Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. — risks and opportunities,” which relates to…
Exploration spikes in NWT, Nunavut
The NWT & Nunavut Chamber of Mines notes that mineral exploration in both the Northwest Territories and Nunavut has increased significantly in 2010 compared to last year.
Chilean miners’ rescue a glorious success
The amazing story of 33 miners rescued from the San Jose copper-gold mine near Copiapo, Chile, captured the hearts of millions around the world since the mine workings around them collapsed on Aug. 5,…
Axmin back on track with CAR’s support (October 18, 2010)
Being the lone Western mining company in a developing country presents its share of challenges.
Sabina rises 260% since May
VANCOUVER — With two new gold zones at Back River and two expanding deposits at Hackett River, Sabina Gold & Silver (SBB-T) is having a fantastic 2010, evidenced by a share price that has quadrup…
The newest play on the Egyptian gold scene
While Centamin Egypt (CEE-T, CEY-L) has become synonymous with modern gold mining in Egypt, another, much smaller player, is looking to steal a bit of its thunder in the land of the pharaohs.
Quest’s Strange Lake REE deposit of strategic, economic importance
The meteoric rise of Quest Rare Minerals (QRM-V) from a 5¢ stock in April 2009 to its current $5.35 price tag is capturing the attention of investors on both sides of the U.S.-Canada border and b…
Keegan keeps rising on Esaase results
Vancouver – With the price of gold continuing to climb and a 50,000-metre program steadily expanding the gold …
Artha finds new focus in Argentina
Vancouver – After dabbling in Wyoming uranium, junior explorer Artha Resources (AHC-V) is now squarely targeti…
Less gold from African Barrick
When African Barrick (ABG-L) listed on the London Stock Exchange back in March of this year there was a …