Appian, as the JV partner, would invest up to C$100 million over an estimated four-year period to acquire a 60% interest in the project.

US business activity unexpectedly rebounded to an eight-month high in February.

The province's hydroelectric grid has struggled with prolonged drought and low reservoir levels.

After making more money than ever in the last few years, some of the world’s top energy traders are using the cash to expand in metals and agriculture.

Teck owns four copper mines in South America and Canada that produced 270,000 metric tons last year.

Concern about the reliability of LME prices has led some producers and consumers to try and find alternatives.

ATAC Resources is now set to be sold to Hecla Mining in a deal valued at C$31 million.