Newfoundland rations power to cryptocurrency miners
Newfoundland joins Canadian provinces limiting electricity to crypto mining due to high energy consumption. Learn how this impacts the industry and national trends.
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Ontario exempts training centres from municipal laws
Ontario government exempts Skills Development Fund recipients from municipal planning laws to accelerate workforce training. Minister David Piccini announces new policy.
Canada's First Natural Hydrogen Well Drilled in Saskatchewan
MAX Power Mining Corp. makes a historic discovery of natural hydrogen in Saskatchewan, a potential 'holy grail' for green energy. Learn about this breakthrough for Canada's clean fuel future.
Menopause Costs Canada $3.5B as Women Exit Workforce
Millions of Canadian women face debilitating menopause symptoms affecting work performance. New report reveals staggering economic impact and calls for national strategy.
NorthWest Copper Reports Strong Kwanika Drill Results
NorthWest Copper announces exceptional drill results from Kwanika property with 26 metres of 1.91% copper equivalent, advancing open pit potential in British Columbia.
GFG Reports High-Grade Gold Results in Timmins Drilling
GFG Resources announces significant gold intercepts including 1.05 g/t Au over 71.0 m at Aljo Project in Timmins Gold District. Company launches aggressive regional exploration program across Goldarm Property.
Lancaster Completes Lake Cargelligo Gold Project Transfer
Lancaster Resources finalizes title transfer for 100% of the district-scale Lake Cargelligo Gold Project in Australia's Cobar mining region, expanding its global exploration portfolio.
Shopify lays off staff to keep team focused
Canadian e-commerce giant Shopify implements workforce reductions to maintain operational efficiency despite strong financial performance and revenue growth of 26%.
Canadians: Mineral Sovereignty Risk Trumps Slow Development
New survey reveals Canadians view losing control of critical minerals as greater threat than slow resource development. Public opinion shifts focus to national security concerns.
Barrick pays $430M to settle Mali gold mine dispute
Barrick Mining Corp. agrees to a $430 million settlement with Mali, ending a two-year dispute and reopening the Loulo-Gounkoto gold mine complex. The deal restores Canadian control.
N.L. Mining Boom: Gold Exploration Hits Record High
Newfoundland and Labrador's mining sector is booming with gold production hitting new milestones. Exploration spending reaches $258M as province becomes mining hotspot. Discover the economic impact.
Barrick Mining Reaches Deal to Settle Mali Dispute
Canadian mining giant Barrick Gold resolves its dispute with the Mali government, securing the future of its gold operations. Learn the details of the agreement announced on November 24, 2025.
BHP walks away from Anglo American takeover attempt
BHP withdraws from Anglo American acquisition, creating opportunity for Teck Resources merger. Canadian mining sector faces major restructuring as global giants reposition.
Atico Mining Reports High-Grade Copper-Gold in Colombia
Atico Mining announces significant high-grade copper and gold intercepts, including 8.70m of 11.44% Cu and 14.65 g/t Au, extending the ore body at its El Roble Mine in Colombia.
Bitcoin Mining Rebounds in China Despite 2021 Ban
Despite China's 2021 cryptocurrency mining ban, Bitcoin operations have significantly recovered, raising questions about enforcement and industry resilience. Learn about the latest developments.
Public servants face retirement timing dilemma amid buyouts
Canadian public servants planning December retirement face difficult choice: retire now with permanent pension penalty or wait for potential government buyout program. Expert analysis reveals timelines and risks.
Worker dies at Sparwood coal mine, RCMP confirm
A 39-year-old contractor from Hosmer has died at Elkview Operations coal mine in Sparwood, BC. RCMP and coroner are investigating the tragic incident.
Corb Lund petition to ban Alberta coal mining
Country artist Corb Lund launches citizen initiative to permanently protect Alberta's Eastern Slopes from coal mining. 177,752 signatures needed to advance the petition.
Verizon cutting 13,000 jobs in company reorientation
Verizon is eliminating more than 13,000 positions as the telecommunications giant works to reorient its entire business strategy. Get the latest details on this significant workforce reduction.
Trump Moves Education Programs to Other Departments
The Trump administration transfers key Education Department programs to other agencies, raising concerns about public education funding and efficiency. Experts warn of potential waste and disruption.
Levack Mine mineral estimates exceed expectations
Sudbury's Magna Mining reports higher-than-expected mineral resource estimates at Levack Mine in Northern Ontario's Sudbury Basin, signaling strong potential for regional mining growth.
NorthWest Copper Hits 44m of 1.01% CuEq at Kwanika
NorthWest Copper announces significant near-surface copper-gold intercepts at Kwanika project in BC, with 44m of 1.01% CuEq mineralization from 172m depth.
Companies Attribute Thousands of Job Cuts to AI Adoption
Major corporations like Lufthansa and ING are openly citing artificial intelligence as a reason for workforce reductions, signaling a shift in corporate transparency about AI's impact on employment.
Eloro Resources Expands Iska Iska Silver-Tin Zone
Eloro Resources reports significant expansion of potential starter pit at Iska Iska Project with 90m intercept grading 61.05 g/t silver and 0.20% tin, positioning Bolivia as emerging critical minerals hub.
Canada Post to lose 30K workers by 2035
Canada Post anticipates losing 30,000 employees to retirement and voluntary departures by 2035, creating significant workforce challenges for the national postal service.
PSAC: Federal workers to learn layoff details shortly
Public Service Alliance of Canada reveals federal employees will receive potential layoff information shortly. Stay informed about government workforce changes.
Ford defends skills funding system, supports minister
Ontario Premier Doug Ford maintains support for skills development funding system and Minister David Piccini despite criticism. Learn about the ongoing debate and implications for workforce training.
Wallbridge 2025 Drilling Reveals Robust Gold System
Wallbridge Mining's 2025 drilling program confirms extensive gold mineralization at Martiniere, revealing high-grade intercepts up to 115 g/t Au. The results demonstrate significant growth potential for the Quebec gold project.
Battery Boost Program Places 400 Workers at NextStar
Nearly 400 Windsor-Essex workers secured employment at NextStar Energy's battery plant through the innovative Battery Boost training program, boosting local economy.
BC invests $241M in trades training for workforce
British Columbia announces $241 million investment in trades training to address labour shortages for major infrastructure projects. Learn how this initiative will boost skilled workforce development.
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