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Treasure Hunt – Nova Scotia: Canada’s first mining frontier

For the latest clue, read the article below; voici la version française. And watch the video: English | French IMPORTANT: The Nova Scotia Regional Prize was […]

Northern Miner Staff | June 24, 2026 | 10:17 am

Treasure Hunt: Saskatchewan Potash – The buried treasure that fed the world

For the latest clue, read the article below; voici la…

Northern Miner Staff | May 28, 2026 | 6:43 am

Opinion: Gold’s red line offers a long-term entry

On Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, global precious metals markets experienced one of…

James Cooper | May 18, 2026 | 11:51 am

Interactive infographic: The global uranium cost spectrum

Cost is as important in the economics of mining uranium…

Blair McBride | May 1, 2026 | 4:27 pm

Treasure Hunt: Val-d’Or – Gold, Grit and the Road to the North

For the latest clue, read the article below; voici la…

Northern Miner Staff | April 30, 2026 | 8:01 am

Covering mining’s projects, people, and sticky challenges

This will be my last editorial for The Northern Miner after 19 years here, and with its sister publications. In December, I’m […]

Alisha Hiyate | November 27, 2024 | 1:40 pm

Lithium Ionic advances project financing with LOI for $266m

The funding represents 100% of the capital expenditure outlined in a May 2024 feasibility study.

Bruno Venditti | November 27, 2024 | 9:17 am

Gina Rinehart closer to opening contended coal mine in Canada

Australian mining magnate Gina Rinehart has moved closer to reviving a contentious metallurgical coal mine in Canada’s Rocky Mountains after a local […]

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 27, 2024 | 3:46 am

Four Barrick Gold employees detained in Mali

Employees of the Loulo-Gounkoto mine were detained amid the government's push for higher mining taxes.

Staff Writer | November 26, 2024 | 10:42 am

SmithCo introduces kingpin housing design

SmithCo has introduced a new patent-pending kingpin housing that the company says will provide longer life with fewer maintenance costs than traditional […]

Canadian Mining Journal Staff | November 21, 2024 | 8:40 am