We depend upon mining for many products. Mined materials are used in our homes, vehicles, medical instruments, computers, smartphones, batteries and food storage. They’re utilized in the production of cement/asphalt, cleaning/hygiene merchandise, agricultural products, some paper goods and household appliances. Materials extracted from the earth affect the quality of our daily lives. Mining these substances … Read more
Many governments around the globe are committing to a future populated by electric vehicles. In fact, a record 86,032 electric vehicles were registered in Canada in 2021, making up 5.3% of total vehicle registrations for that year. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) make up roughly 75% of new electric vehicle registrations, with the rest going to … Read more
The industrial activity of mining removes substances (lithium, uranium, gold, copper, etc.) from the earth’s crust for the purpose of processing it for human use. We use these resources in our daily lives in everything from toothpaste to buildings to computers to cars. Junior mining companies are part of the removal process. These companies contribute … Read more
Building and operating a mine is a complex undertaking. So too is the regulatory environment the industry is subject to in Canada. Canadian mining is governed by a number of federal, provincial and territorial acts and dictates. Regulating mining is primarily the responsibility of the provinces but some aspects require approval from federal government departments. … Read more
For thousands of years, the basic function of mining has been the removal of metals and minerals from the ground. Over the last few decades the scale of mine sites, the technology used and the solutions utilized have changed dramatically. This change has contributed to the growth and progression of mining operations; increasing productivity and … Read more
The global mining industry faces complex challenges; climate change pressure, environmental issues, trade wars, geopolitics, demand fluctuation, technology changes, a shortage of skilled workers and more. Addressing and/or mitigating these challenges is a priority for the long-term sustainability of mining. At the same time, there are a number of trends that drive the future of … Read more
Mining provides materials for many industrial sectors (transportation, construction, equipment manufacturing, etc.) that are vital to sustaining human well-being and the functioning of the global economy. However, mining has numerous social and environmental impacts. This makes improving the sustainability performance of mining an important objective. The following are some ways mining affects social, environmental and … Read more
Almost every commercial product contains elements that were once buried beneath the earth. This makes mining a big business. The speculative nature and geological uncertainty of mineral deposits means that investment in junior mining offers the potential of huge return. It also carries huge risks. The following is some information to be aware of before … Read more
The industrial activity of mining removes substances (lithium, uranium, gold, copper, etc.) from the earth’s crust for the purpose of processing it for human use. We use these resources in our daily lives in everything from toothpaste to buildings to computers to cars. The process of removal is undertaken by both junior and major mining … Read more
