St. Albert Rink Closed After Copper Wire Theft
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.
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$100K damage in St. Albert after copper wire theft
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.
RCMP investigates $800K cell tower vandalism near Edmonton
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.
$70K in copper wire stolen NW of Edmonton
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 Hits Record High Above US$12,000 a Ton
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.
Major Copper-Gold Discovery Reported on Bougainville Island
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 Surge Toward $12,000 a Ton
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.
Copper stolen from Brockville store after pipes cut
Brockville police are investigating after pipes were intentionally cut and copper stolen from a local discount store. Get the latest details on the incident.
Truck hits powerlines, closes Ramara road
A well drilling truck struck high-voltage power lines in Ramara on December 17, 2025, leading to a major road closure. No injuries were reported. Read for details on the incident and response.
Over $30K in wire stolen in Guelph break-in
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.
Kpler Economist Outlines 2026 Commodities Outlook
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.
GoldHaven Drills Sulphide Mineralisation at Copeçal Project
GoldHaven Resources Corp. has successfully finished its first-ever diamond drilling campaign at the Copeçal Gold Project in Brazil, intersecting significant sulphide mineralisation. Assay results are pending.
Northern Ontario artist closes gallery, shifts to online sales
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.
High-Grade Gold Discovery Reported on Globex Royalty Claims
Globex Mining updates shareholders on a significant gold discovery in Quebec, with Cartier Resources intersecting high-grade zones. Drill results show assays up to 339.6 g/t Au. Read the latest findings.
Bell awarded $24K for Chicoutimi copper wire theft
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.
Wide New Mineral Zone Found at Chibougamau Project
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 Advances Zambia Projects with New Targets
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.
Second man charged in Calgary copper wire thefts
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.
High-Grade Zinc, Gallium, Germanium Found in NWT
Integral Metals Corp. reports significant assay results from its 2025 drill program at the KAP Project in the Northwest Territories, confirming high-grade zinc with critical minerals gallium and germanium.
Coppernico Launches Large Geophysical Program in Peru
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.
First Atlantic Nickel Expands Pipestone XL Drilling Program
First Atlantic Nickel adds four drill holes to its Phase 2X program at the RPM Zone in Newfoundland, targeting a 1.4-kilometer strike length of awaruite nickel alloy. The expansion follows a 100% discovery success rate.
Mustang Energy Stakes Uranium, Copper Projects in Newfoundland
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.
Orezone Hits High-Grade Gold at Bomboré P17 Zone
Orezone Gold announces strong confirmatory drill results, including 5.55 g/t gold over 15m, at the P17 Zone of its Bomboré mine. The zone is set to be a primary feed source for the new hard rock plant, with commissioning underway and first gold imminent.
Glencore Seeks Equal Share in Chile Copper Mine Deal
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.
Q2 Metals Intercepts 457m of High-Grade Lithium in Quebec
Q2 Metals Corp. reports a significant lithium discovery at its Cisco Project in Quebec, intercepting 457.4 metres of 1.65% Li₂O. The find boosts the project ahead of a 2026 resource estimate.
Mining giants Vale, Glencore plan $2B Sudbury copper project
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, Glencore to evaluate Sudbury copper project
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.
$2B Copper Joint Venture Announced for Sudbury Basin
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.
Vale, Glencore explore major copper joint venture in Canada
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.
GoldHaven Drills 8 Holes at Copeçal, 9th Underway
GoldHaven Resources Corp. has completed eight diamond drill holes at its Copeçal Gold Project in Brazil, with a ninth hole now underway to follow up a promising sulphide intersection. Read the latest on this exploration campaign.
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