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Kyrgyzstan extends Centerra Gold’s Kumtor mine environment permit

The extension is for the miner's permits for emissions into the atmosphere and waste disposal into the tailings pond.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 3, 2015 | 10:30 am

The missing diamond shortage

If you’ve ever been to a diamond investment pitch you’ve probably seen ‘The Chart,’ the one where diamond demand soars, while supply trails forlornly in its wake.

Bloomberg News | July 3, 2015 | 12:59 am

Mongolia’s mining sector ready to take off again — Erdene Resource

The company, which owns a gold project in Mongolia, is optimistic about the country's stance towards foreign mining investment over the coming years.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 2, 2015 | 3:24 am

B.C. government cleared by privacy commissioner on Mount Polley

The B.C. government did not fail in its duty to proactively disclose concerns that had been raised over the Mount Polley tailings pond, the province's Information and Privacy Commissioner said Thursday.

Business in Vancouver | July 2, 2015 | 2:35 am

Kyrgyzstan Gov’t told to ensure ‘smooth sailing’ for Centerra Gold’s Kumtor mine

Negotiations between the parties, however, are expected to continue over the summer.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 1, 2015 | 8:32 am

UNESCO asks Canada to check impact of oil sands projects on national park

The move comes in response to a petition filed by Fort Chipewyan’s Mikisew Cree First Nation last month, asking for help protecting the park.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 1, 2015 | 8:15 am

Sirius gets green light to build UK’s largest potash mine

A special committee voted 8-7 in favour of the project, expected to generate at least 1,000 permanent jobs and inject US$1.6 billion a year to the British economy.

Cecilia Jamasmie | July 1, 2015 | 1:00 am