Wheaton Precious Metals, is returning its Future of Mining Challenge and invites ventures from around the world to propose industry solutions aimed at improving operational efficiencies and minimizing environmental impacts. “Constant innovation is essential to responsibly meet the growing global demand for minerals and metals, and it is the driving force behind Wheaton’s Future of Mining Cha
Image from Teck. Teck Resources has been named as one of Corporate Knights’ 2025 Best 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada. This marks the 19th consecutive year Teck has been named as one of the best 50 companies by Corporate Knights. “As Canada’s critical minerals champion, our team is committed to responsibly producing the metals the world needs for economic growth, energy security and global i
Giga Metals (TSX.V: GIGA) announced Tuesday that Scott Lendrum has been appointed chief executive officer of the company, effective July 2, and will also join the board of directors. Lendrum has extensive experience as an investment banker specializing in the mining sector. He has a strong track record in executing cross-border mergers and acquisitions, equity financing, and capital market
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) and Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL), Canada’s nuclear Crown corporation, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University Network of Excellence in Nuclear Engineering to pursue the development of the Canadian Nuclear Learning Centre. The vision of the centre is to coordinate education, training, knowledge management and workforce develo
Rob Atkinson. Image supplied by Appian. Appian Capital Advisory LLP, the investment advisor to private capital funds investing in the mining sector, announced on Tuesday the appointment of Rob Atkinson as a senior operating partner. The appointment of Atkinson complements and strengthens Appian’s senior team, the firm said, citing his 30 years of experience across multiple commodities with major m
Hugh Broadhurst. Image from Aclara Resources Aclara Resources (TSX: ARA) announced Monday the appointment of Hugh Broadhurst as chief operating officer of Aclara, effective immediately. Broadhurst will be based in the United States and will assume the technical leadership role across Aclara’s upstream projects, including the Carina project and Penco Module in Brazil, as well as its downstream US i
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has announced that Carol Plummer, EVP, sustainability, people & culture at Agnico Eagle, has been elected Chair of MAC for the next two-year term. Effective June 11, Carol replaces Carolyn Chisolm, General Manager, External Affairs for Rio Tinto Canada, who served as Chair from June 2023 to June 2025. Plummer comes to the role with extensive
Midnight Sun Mining (TSXV: MMA) has appointed Adrian Karolko, P. Geo, as Vice President, Exploration. Karolko will work directly with the Company's COO, Kevin Bonel, further bolstering Midnight Sun's technical team. Karolko brings over 18 years of mineral exploration experience across a wide variety of commodities including base metals, gold, uranium, and specialty metals from jurisdictions
Image: Ontario Mine Rescue Ontario Mine Rescue announced Glencore Kidd Operations as winners of the 2025 Provincial Competition, during Friday’s awards ceremony. Rising to the top among eight exceptional teams from across the province, the Timmins-based rescuers demonstrated skill, teamwork, and dedication to mine rescue efforts. The eight teams put their emergency response skills to the test in a
Perth-based cybersecurity specialist Matt Breuillac of Cyber Node Perth-based ethical hacker – or ‘white hat’ – is warning that some miners, mining contractors and energy companies and their service providers are currently easy to hack and they should be testing their protections against cyber-attack more rigorously. Originally from France, Breuillac has worked as a chemical engineer in the
Almonty Industries (TSX: AII) (ASX: AII), a global producer of tungsten concentrate, announced Monday the appointment of Alan Estevez to its Board of Directors, effective May 30. Estevez is a nationally recognized authority in national security, defense logistics, and strategic trade. From 2022 to 2025, he served as Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security, where he led US
As the mining industry undergoes a technological transformation, it faces a pressing challenge — attracting and retaining Gen Z talent. Despite advancements in automation, sustainability and digitalization, the sector grapples with outdated perceptions that deter young professionals. Addressing this issue is crucial to ensure a skilled workforce capable of meeting future demands. To captivate Gen
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has released a new report; The Mining Story – Canadian Mining Industry Facts and Figures , spotlighting the latest statistics and making recommendations for sustainable growth. Canada produces more than 60 minerals and metals through its mining activities. The total value of Canadian mineral production in 2023 was C$71.9 billion, up from C$58.6 billion
Image: Global Safety Evidence Centre Global safety charity Lloyd’s Register Foundation announced on Tuesday the launch of its new Global Safety Evidence Centre, backed by a £15 million ($22.8m) investment over 10 years. The Centre will serve as a hub for anyone who needs to know ‘what works’ to make people safer in the face of a range of global safety challenges. It is also
Malcolm Bundey. Image: Mineral Resources. Australian lithium miner Mineral Resources said on Monday that Malcolm Bundey will take over as its non-executive chair, replacing outgoing chair James McClements. Bundey will join MinRes as a non-executive director immediately and assume the chair role in July, when longtime board leader McClements steps down after a decade. His appointment comes amid a m
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