Category: Mining in Canada
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The New Westshore Terminals Potash Storage Building Improves Potash Exports
Sarens is participating in the construction of potash storage facilities on behalf of its client Maple Reinders, which will enable the export of 4.5 million tons of potash per year of for the manufacture of food fertilizer. This week’s Blog will look at the project scope and what it will bring to Canada’s potash industry.
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50 Never Looked So Good – Visit Us and See Why!
Did you know one of the most exciting historic sites in British Columbia is celebrating a major milestone in 2025? The Britannia Mine Museum, a multi-award-winning heritage destination nestled along the stunning Sea to Sky corridor, is turning 50-years-old – and you’re invited to join the celebration. This week’s Blog explores the history of the…
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Agnico Eagle Launches a New Podcast Series: The Arctic Edge
As the Arctic region grows in strategic importance, not only for Canadians but for many of our neighbours around the world. This week’s Blog takes a look at Agnico Eagle’s new special podcast series showcasing stories from Canada’s frontier and the unique identity of Nunavut: The Arctic Edge: Stories from Canada’s Frontier.
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A Great Future in Potash
Harvey Laberge was part of the shaft-sinking crew and employed at the Potash Company of America, Patience Lake, which was the first potash mine to sink a shaft and go into production in Canada. This week’s Blog – which was originally published in Folklore magazine – takes a look at Harvey’s career and the history of…
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Mining Industry Human Resources Council Provides $60,000 in Scholarships to Cambrian College Students
The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) addresses human resource and labour market challenges that face Canada’s mining sector. As part of this, the organization recently awarded a number of scholarships to Cambrian College students. This week’s Blog from Cambrian College discusses what those scholarships mean to the future of the Canadian mining industry.
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The Power of Partnership: Indigenous Involvement in Canada’s Energy & Mining Sectors
Collaboration in the energy and resource-based sector is critical – and it must absolutely include effective, equitable, and meaningful partnerships with Indigenous Peoples. This week’s Blog from EY Canada, discusses the importance of Indigenous engagement, as well as the opportunities and benefits that exist when pursuing effective Indigenous relations.
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Collaboration is Key to Tahltan and Nisg̱a’a Success
In the ever-evolving landscape of the Canadian mining industry, partnership, and collaboration have emerged as indispensable pillars of success. This week’s Blog looks at how the Treaty Creek Limited Partnership is amplifying Indigenous involvement in Seabridge’s KSM Project.
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New Indigenous Training for Industry Professionals
While Indigenous people in Canada have certain constitutionally protected rights and governance structures, government and industry leaders have not always understood or respected these rights. This week’s Blog from Counsel Public Affairs explores a new training approach – Nibwaakaawin – that helps its clients fulfill their responsibilities to engage with Indigenous peoples and First Nations…
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Simple Steps at the Start to Protect for the Future – Investment Structuring for Miners
Canadian miners face multifaceted and often complex challenges when investing abroad, and investment structuring may help protect against political, social, and environmental risk when doing business internationally. This week’s Blog from Rachel Howie at Dentons discusses how investment structuring should be a part of every international miner’s due diligence.
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We Need Mining. Mining Needs You.
Are you or someone you know looking for an exciting career where you can make a difference? Mining needs you. This week’s Blog takes a look at the Mining Industry Human Resources Council’s initiative to attract and recruit a new generation of workers to mining, We Need Mining. Mining Needs You.