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Several rounds of layoffs expected at Lockerby Mine: union

Several rounds of layoffs expected at Lockerby Mine: union

First Nickel Inc.'s Lockerby Mine in Sudbury will see several rounds of layoffs in the coming months, says the union representing the workers.
Sudbury mining supply pioneer Bob Lipic dies

Sudbury mining supply pioneer Bob Lipic dies

Robert “Bob” Lipic, a pioneer in Sudbury’s mining supply community, died July 4. The cause is unknown. He was 70.
Safety course to warn miners about dangers of radon gas

Safety course to warn miners about dangers of radon gas

The Radiation Safety Institute of Canada is planning a free course to inform workers and managers in Ontario’s mining sector about the potential danger radon gas poses underground. Radon is a heavy gas that is invisible and odourless.
Marathon prospector wins award

Marathon prospector wins award

Persistence and effort paid off for Rudy Wahl. The Marathon-area prospector was recognized by his peers this past spring for his rich Prairie Lake niobium and phosphate discovery.
Mining group names new chair

Mining group names new chair

Marc Lauzier, Goldcorp ’s vice-president of operational support for Canada-U.S., has been appointed chair of the Ontario Mining Association (OMA) for a two-year term.

Ring of Fire junior picks mine-building boss

Steve Flewelling has been named Noront Resources’ senior vice-president for mining and projects.
Province approve Ring of Fire miner’s EA work plan

Province approve Ring of Fire miner’s EA work plan

Ontario Environment and Climate Change Minister Glen Murray has approved the amendments to the terms of reference for Noront’s proposed Eagle’s Nest nickel and copper mine in the Far North Ring of Fire.
Junior miner confident of progress in Ring of Fire

Junior miner confident of progress in Ring of Fire

The head of the leading junior miner in the Ring of Fire feels it’s getting close to obtaining provincial approval to advance to the next phase of developing its nickel-copper deposit in the James Bay lowlands.
Mines more costly in Far North, finds report

Mines more costly in Far North, finds report

It came as no surprise to the Mining Association of Canada (MAC) that it’s more expensive to mine in the Far North than in the south, but thanks to a new report, the association has quantified that difference.
Cobalt’s Yukon Refinery back on care and maintenance

Cobalt’s Yukon Refinery back on care and maintenance

Citing financial difficulties, Swiss-based United Commodity SA has suspended operations at its Yukon Refinery in North Cobalt and terminated all but a few staff.