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Mosaic to reopen Colonsay potash mine in a matter of days

Decision to resume operations at the mine was based on Mosaic's expectations that 2017 will be a stronger year for the potash industry.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 17, 2017 | 9:40 am

Scientists say mining e-waste may be an economical option

The Canadian team says recovering metals such as copper and rare earths from LED lights may turn to be an economical option soon.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 16, 2017 | 6:13 am

McEwen gold output slightly down in 2016, but liquid assets doubled

Annual consolidated production in 2016 was 145,530 gold equivalent ounces, down from the 154,529 gold equivalent ounces mined in 2015, but liquid assets now worth $64 million.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 16, 2017 | 5:53 am

Crown attempts to stay MiningWatch’s charges against Mount Polley

The federal government is seeking a withdrawal of the criminal charges before the NGO has the chance to present any evidence.

Valentina Ruiz Leotaud | January 15, 2017 | 10:34 am

Copper to be best performing commodity of 2017 — analysts

Experts and industry actors interviewed by MINING.com see prices picking up this year, driven by declining supplies and the prospect of increased demand coming from construction, electric vehicles and other renewable technologies.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 15, 2017 | 4:00 am

Europe in favour of oil sands-friendly deal with Canada

Lawmakers have voted in favour of pushing ahead with a trade deal that would allow Canadian oil sand producers to export more crude to the old continent.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 13, 2017 | 10:31 am