Mining

Future development of the Ring of Fire will depend more on the business case for companies to develop the rich mineral deposit, than the role government has to play in the region, said Aime Dimatteo, director general of FedNor.

Vic Pakalnis, president and CEO of MIRARCO Mining Innovation in Sudbury, has been recognized for his work in the field of health and safety by Minerva Canada Safety Management Education Inc. Pakalnis will share the award with Dr.

Wallbridge Mining Company is going forward with production at its Broken Hammer nickel, copper, PGE project in Sudbury. The decision was approved by the company’s board of directors on March 18.

Greenstone is marketing itself to attract investment and capitalize on future opportunities in the Ring of Fire. "We are working steadily to prepare to be an integral part of the mining industry in Northern Ontario,” said Mayor Renald Beaulieu.

Kirkland Lake’s Nordex Explosives has signed a letter of intent with Privco, a strategic private company, to sell and distribute packaged explosives products, accessories and material in Western Canada.

Sudbury ’s First Nickel is feeling optimistic about recent nickel price increases and improved price forecasts.

Although Northern Ontario is far from the ocean now, two to three billion years ago, parts of it were actually under the sea. But this marine environment wasn't always a peaceful place.

Northern Ontario mining operations could become more efficient and safe thanks to an improved solution developed by a Sudbury -based software company.

Ontario has lagged behind other provinces when it comes to its dealings with First Nations, said Bob Rae prior to a speech in Sudbury , March 6.

Detour Gold announced March 7 that it has raised more than $172.5 million through a public offering of common shares.