Copper prices surged to a record high on the London Metal Exchange, driven by severe supply disruptions and trade policy fears, despite weakening demand in China. Analysts warn the rally may be overheating.
The Kingswood Park skating rink in St. Albert is closed indefinitely after thieves stole critical copper wiring, causing extensive damage and a major community loss.
A pumphouse at a St. Albert recreation facility sustained significant damage from copper wire theft, with repairs estimated at $100,000. The incident highlights a persistent issue for municipalities.
A Telus cellphone tower near Daysland was deliberately cut down, causing massive damage. RCMP is investigating if it was copper theft or mischief. Read the latest.
Thieves stole approximately $70,000 worth of copper wire from an industrial site northwest of Edmonton. RCMP are investigating the major theft reported on December 23, 2025.
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.
Island Passage Exploration reveals significant porphyry copper-gold mineralization at its EL02 project in Papua New Guinea, with channel samples showing high-grade results. First drilling campaign planned for 2026.
Copper prices are approaching a historic $12,000 per ton, driven by tight supply and AI demand. Major banks predict further gains for 2026. Read the full analysis.
Brockville police are investigating after pipes were intentionally cut and copper stolen from a local discount store. Get the latest details on the incident.
Foremost Clean Energy Ltd. plans an ambitious $9 million exploration program for 2026, focusing on uranium in Saskatchewan's Athabasca Basin and gold in Manitoba. The program includes over 11,500 metres of drilling.
Police in Guelph are investigating a break-in where thieves made off with at least $30,000 worth of wire. The incident was reported on December 17, 2025. Read the latest details.
Reid I'Anson, an economist at Kpler, shares insights on the 2026 commodities forecast, highlighting key trends in oil, copper, and electricity demand. Watch the full discussion on BNN Bloomberg.
Sudbury artist John Stopciati ends his Applegrove Street gallery run, moving operations to his Copper Cliff home studio. Discover his new online focus and future plans.
A Quebec court has ordered a convicted thief to pay Bell $24,000 in damages for a 2024 copper wire theft that cut internet for 100 people. Read about the landmark ruling and the growing problem of copper theft.
Cygnus Metals announces a significant new gold-copper discovery at its Chibougamau Project in Quebec, intersecting 28.9m of mineralization. Follow-up drilling starts next week.
Koryx Copper Inc. has identified multiple drill targets at its Luanshya West project in Zambia and completed regional sampling at Mpongwe, paving the way for a maiden drill program in early 2026.
Calgary police have laid charges against a second individual connected to a series of copper wire thefts that occurred this past summer. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Coppernico Metals Inc. has commenced a large-scale UAV magnetic and ground gravity survey at its Sombrero copper-gold project in Peru, aiming to define new drill targets and expand the mineralized footprint.
Mustang Energy Corp. announces strategic expansion into Newfoundland, staking the Onyx Uranium and Bridal Veil Copper-Silver projects. This marks the company's first move into Eastern Canada.
Glencore's CEO insists the company won't be a 'junior partner' if its Collahuasi mine merges with Anglo American's new Teck asset in Chile. Discover the high-stakes copper deal.
Vale and Glencore are exploring a joint venture for a major copper project in Ontario's Sudbury Basin, aiming to produce 880,000 tonnes over 21 years. Read about Canada's push to supply critical minerals.
Vale Base Metals and Glencore Canada sign a deal to jointly evaluate a potential brownfield copper project in Ontario's Sudbury Basin, marking a significant collaboration.
Mining giants Vale and Glencore have agreed to a $2 billion joint venture to develop a major brownfield copper project in Ontario's Sudbury Basin, marking a significant investment in Canadian mining.
Mining giants Vale and Glencore are negotiating a $1.6-2B joint venture in Ontario's Sudbury basin to boost copper and critical minerals production. Read the details on this strategic move.
Precore Gold Corp. has initiated a brownfield exploration program at its flagship Arikepay Project in Southern Peru, following a successful site visit and recovery of historical drill core.
Brunswick Exploration Inc. announces significant lithium and cesium results from its inaugural drill program at the Anatacau Main Project in Quebec's James Bay region, marking it as a high-priority target.
Nine people were transported to hospital following a serious bus accident involving workers heading to the Gibraltar copper mine in British Columbia. Details emerging.
Thieves steal over $40,000 in copper wire from a Guelph business. Police investigate the major theft as copper prices remain high. Read the latest details.
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Imperial Metals Corporation reports successful 2025 diamond drilling at its Huckleberry mine in BC, intersecting copper, gold, silver, and molybdenum mineralization, with plans for 2026 exploration.