Anger and confusion after worst disaster in Canadian mining history darkens B.C. town

The mine was allegedly attacked by suspected illegal miners, a local mayor said.

Britain needs a secure, long-term supply of critical minerals, such as copper, lithium and nickel.

Libra's Flanders South, Flanders North and SBC lithium projects are being explored under a $23m earn-in deal with KoBold Metals.

The seizure of the gold meant it was no longer covered by Barrick's insurance, the company said.