Operations
A mining method for the moment
It is less expensive and more environmentally friendly than traditional mining, so why is in-situ recovery not more widely used for copper extraction?
Top Stories
Big machines, big batteries
Key OEMs gave their insights on the latest developments in battery electric vehicles at a recent forum and also discussed some of the obstacles to their wider implementation in underground mines
Caring for responders
Nutrien offers mental health training for its emergency response teams
The power of DNA
Surveys that collect environmental DNA are allowing mining companies to monitor biodiversity over large areas more quickly and cost effectively
The transition to closure
The Diavik diamond mine in the Northwest Territories is approaching closure in early 2026, but Rio Tinto aims to leave a positive legacy
The rush for northwest Quebec
How the discovery of the Horne deposit in Quebec led to the Rouyn-Noranda mining rush
Improved climate resilience
As extreme weather events become more frequent, weather forecasting technology can help mining companies mitigate climate-related risks
News
November 29, 2024
New gold discovery near Valentine project, a step forward for Crawford nickel project and more mischief in Mali
The CIM Magazine Weekly Mining News Recap for November 29
November 28, 2024
Rare earths milestone
Saskatchewan facility first to produce rare earth metals in North America
November 25, 2024
Copper in bloom
Copper extraction from algae is being studied at Brock University
November 22, 2024
Canada’s first lithium-ion battery separator plant, Ascot secures capital for Premier restart and Troilus receives US$1.3 billion in potential funding
The CIM Magazine Weekly Mining News Recap for November 22
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Electrification readiness
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Norway House Cree Nation acquires Minago nickel project
This purchase makes Norway House Cree Nation the first Indigenous community in Canada to fully own a mineral project -
PDAC announces 2025 award winners
The 47th edition of the awards will honour achievements in mineral exploration, sustainability, Indigenous leadership and more -
Away from home
The impact of fly-in, fly-out operations on mining workers and how to best support them
Videos
Mission Critical: Strategy and Execution
Mission Critical is a live online series from CIM Magazine and SGS focused on the development of Canada's store of critical minerals. David Anonychuk, global VP of metallurgy and consulting at SGS and CIM Magazine Editor Ryan Bergen will bring in industry leaders to dig into the practical, political and financial questions around what it will take to make good on this "generational opportunity." Join us for Episode 1: Strategy and Execution, with Chris Evans, lithium sector veteran and managing director at Winsome Resources, and Marcella Munro, head of regulatory and government affairs at Teck Resources, as they share their insight and expertise.
Utilizing Curved Trough Conveyor Technology vs. Conventional Conveyors
In this webinar, two conveying experts will provide a comprehensive analysis on both conventional conveyors and curved trough conveyor technology.