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As China threatens to halt exports of vital rare earth metals, some Canadian companies believe that their time has come
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September 16, 2019
Newmont Goldcorp suspends Peñasquito gold mine after protesters resume blockade
Failed diplomatic talks between Newmont Goldcorp and the Peñasquito protesters has led to the reinstatement of the production-suspending road blockade
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Sustainable principles, potash shutdowns and Indigenous injunctions
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Top gold mining companies release framework for responsible gold mining
The World Gold Council aims to define and enforce ethical gold mining in the industry
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