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Bending Lake Iron president Henry Wetelainen (right) shows iron ore core samples to Harold Wilson from the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce.
Company examines site options for processing plant

Company examines site options for processing plant Iron ore miner in holding pattern Ian Ross An Aboriginally-owned mining company still has Atikokan in its sights for an iron ore processing plant despite delays in accessing a former open pit mine. In mid-February, Bending Lake Iron Group president Henr

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Nuclear waste storage proposal sparks protest
A proposal to develop a permanent nuclear waste storage facility on the north shore of Lake Huron is causing controversy amongst the area's First Nations communities.
First Nation rolls into transportation sector
First Nation rolls into transportation sector On the fast track Ian Ross Serpent River First Nation is laying the groundwork to become a northeastern Ontario transportation hub. The First Nation community partnered with Sudbury's Mansour Group to land a railway ballast contract last summer to supply 125
Company examines site options for processing plant
Company examines site options for processing plant Iron ore miner in holding pattern Ian Ross An Aboriginally-owned mining company still has Atikokan in its sights for an iron ore processing plant despite delays in accessing a former open pit mine. In mid-February, Bending Lake Iron Group president Henr
MAATS training program builds First Nation capacity
MAATS training program builds First Nation capacity Agreement fosters education and business opportunities Adelle Larmour Building capacity and business ventures for First Nation people is the focus of the impact benefit agreement (IBA) signed between Northgate Minerals Corporation and Matachewan First Nat
• Northern universities focus on attracting First Nations
• First Nations prosper through energy projects
• Rural communities vie to be sustainable licence holders
• New tool targets Aboriginal youth for mining careers
• Mining company supports First Nation blockade at McFauld's Lake
• First Nation pushes back against 'Ring of Fire' mine, rail project
• Thunder Bay environmental consulting firm expands
• Chiefs, industry experts gather for Sioux Lookout economic summit
• Opportunity knocks for First Nations value-added business
• Paul Martin pulling Aboriginals out of poverty with CAPE

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Sudbury group produces film and music resource guide
Sudbury-based Music and Film in Motion (MFM) has created a resource guide for people looking to produce music or films in Northern Ontario.
Northern communities feted for tourism marketing
A pair of Northern Ontario organizations has been recognized for excellence in tourism marketing by the Economic Developers of Ontario.
Sudbury miner-First Nation ink partnership deal
Sudbury miner Quadra FNX and Atikameksheng First Nation have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU)in working toward a final partnership deal.
North Bay housing conference slated for May
North Bay is the host city for the upcoming FONOM-MMAH Northeastern Municipal Conference in May.
Taking stock of mining opportunities
A labour needs report on potential opportunities in the mineral industry field in northwestern Ontario will be released this month.
Xstrata confirms merger talks with Glencore
One of the world's leading Swiss-based commodities trade is looking to merge with Xstrata, a Swiss-headquartered international miner, in an all-share merger to become a global mining leader.
Been there, done that, says Ring of Fire Coordinator
Ontario's Ring of Fire Coordinator contends development in the burgeoning James Bay mineral exploration camps is progressing despite an MPP's assertions that Queen's Park is mismanaging provincial oversight of the region.
Chiefs want to electrify their communities
The Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) said it's time for their northern communities to be connected to Ontario's power grid.
Matachewan miner pours gold in March
AuRico Gold said its Young-Davidson gold project in northeastern Ontario remains on schedule toward pouring its first gold by the end of March.
Ursa suspends Webbwood operations
Operations at the Shakespeare Nickel Mine 70 km west of Sudbury, operated by Ursa Major Minerals, have been temporarily suspended, after the expiration of its processing agreement.