The Panamanian government will authorize First Quantum Minerals to remove already-mined copper ore from its shuttered Cobre Panama site, as the Canadian company pursues arbitration to protect its rights.
Prime Minister Mark Carney met with an environmental non-profit called Coastal First Nations, not a governing body representing over 70 B.C. coastal First Nations. The group is endorsed by just eight communities.
U.S. lawmakers have unveiled a plan for a new $2.5 billion federal agency to boost domestic production of rare earths and critical minerals, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. Learn about the strategic implications for North America.
Arca and Giga Metals sign exclusive 10-year agreement to explore carbon removal at the Turnagain Nickel Project in British Columbia, with potential to sequester 220 million tonnes of atmospheric carbon dioxide.
Despite soaring prices, silver remains off Canada's official critical minerals list. We explore the economic and strategic reasons behind this surprising exclusion and its implications for Canadian mining.
Canada's mining sector is booming with record employment, but a critical shortage of skilled workers is forcing production pauses and delaying major projects like Cameco's uranium operations. Discover the impact.
Mark Carney's push for West Coast economic development hits a snag as the Metlakatla First Nation demands resolution of a propane contract dispute before supporting any new projects, including pipelines. Read the full analysis.
SAGA Metals Corp. has mobilized crews to begin a major 2026 drill program at its Radar Ti-V-Fe Project in Labrador, targeting a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for titanium, vanadium, and iron ore. Read about the strategic implications for Canada's criti
Canada can become a clean energy powerhouse by leveraging its renewable resources and critical minerals, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs and securing economic prosperity.
The Trump administration invests $150 million to establish the U.S.'s only large-scale gallium producer, aiming to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals used in defence and tech.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne is in Washington for discussions with G7 counterparts on trade and securing critical mineral supply chains. Get the latest details.
Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne is in Washington for key discussions on trade and securing critical mineral supply chains with G7 counterparts. Get the latest details.
Greenland's political leaders firmly state they do not wish to become American, responding to Donald Trump's renewed suggestions of seizing the mineral-rich autonomous territory. Explore the global implications.
Donald Trump's military actions in Venezuela mark a shift in U.S. foreign policy towards securing energy and critical minerals, echoing 19th-century imperialism. Read the analysis.
SAGA Metals Corp. announces its best drill results to date at the Radar Ti-V-Fe Project in Labrador, highlighting a potential new North American titanium supply source amid growing defense sector demand.
B.C. Premier David Eby's trade mission to India aims to boost critical minerals trade but faces protests over the unresolved Hardeep Singh Nijjar assassination case. Explore the economic opportunity and political tension.
Canada accelerates its critical minerals strategy in 2026, focusing on key resources and development projects like the Goldboro gold mine, to secure economic and supply chain resilience. Explore the top minerals driving the nation's industrial future.
Vancouver's Wealth Minerals Ltd. secures approval for a lithium project in Chile as prices rebound. The move aligns with Chile's goal to double lithium output, tapping the world's largest reserves.
Vancouver-based Photonic Inc. has raised $180 million in new financing, marking a significant investment in Canada's quantum computing sector. Discover the details and implications.
Coquitlam's Photonic Inc. raises $180M from investors including RBC and Telus to accelerate commercial quantum computer development. Learn about Canada's quantum race.
SAGA Metals Corp. announces its best-ever drill results for titanium, vanadium, and iron at the Radar Project in Labrador, marking a significant milestone for Canada's critical minerals sector.
SAGA Metals Corp. announces its best drill results to date from the Trapper Zone at the Radar Ti-V-Fe Project in Labrador, showing significant increases in critical mineral grades.
Sara and Sebastian Stewart welcomed baby Theodore, Calgary's first newborn of 2026, at South Health Campus. Edmonton also welcomed its first baby at the exact same moment. Read more about these special arrivals.
A First Nation mother gave birth to Saskatoon's first baby of 2026. Discover the heartwarming story and other New Year arrivals across Canada.
Meet the first babies born in British Columbia in 2026, from Kelowna to Terrace. Discover the heartwarming stories of these special New Year arrivals and the families welcoming them.
The first baby of the new year in British Columbia arrived in Kelowna on January 1, 2026. Discover the heartwarming story of this special New Year's arrival.
As Canada's first Minister of AI, Evan Solomon outlines a pragmatic strategy to master artificial intelligence and quantum tech on Canadian terms. Can his plan turn the nation into an innovation leader?
Copper prices smash records, topping US$12,000 a ton. Driven by Trump's tariffs, severe mine outages, and a looming historic deficit, the rally defies a slowing Chinese economy. Discover the forces reshaping this critical metal's market.
Altius Minerals Corp. strikes a major $520 million stock-and-cash deal to acquire Lithium Royalty Corp., signaling a strategic expansion into the lithium sector. Read the full details.
The mining sector in British Columbia is transforming, with female participation jumping from 12% to over 20%. Industry leaders cite diversity as a key business advantage for the future.