Mining the Northwest

These stories about the innovators, entrepreneurs and industry pioneers who are driving the mining sector forward in Northwestern Ontario are made possible through the continued support of Thunder Bay CEDC as part of our Northern Ontario Business Leaders Program.

Mining the Northwest: Lake Superior's North Shore remains fertile ground for gold, high-tech metals

Gold junior miners still dominate exploration scene but palladium, lithium and critical metals hunters are making their mark

Aug 13, 2021 4:41 PM Read more >

Mining the Northwest: Generation Mining plots the path forward in Marathon

Toronto mine developer looks to raise $665M to build North Shore open-pit palladium, copper mine

Aug 3, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Mining the Northwest: First Nations training program to fill mining ranks

Sioux Lookout Friendship Accord communities, Northern College, regional mining players team up to bolster homegrown workforce

Jun 3, 2021 1:19 PM Read more >

Mining the Northwest: Impala Canada looks to open doors wider to Thunder Bay mining suppliers

Lac des Iles Mine prepares to boost production, adopt new technologies, go exploring for new deposits

Apr 29, 2021 12:57 PM Read more >

Mining the Northwest: Can Thunder Bay be a mining supply mecca?

With six operating mines, and more in the pipeline, the northwest city looks to leverage more opportunity for local supply and service companies and fill some gaps.

Mar 16, 2021 12:32 PM Read more >