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Can Ottawa get out of its own way to deliver on high-tech metals?

Can Ottawa get out of its own way to deliver on high-tech metals?

Think tank analysts weigh in on federal critical minerals strategy
First Nation buys long-time Timmins company

First Nation buys long-time Timmins company

While the day-to-day operations of Gord's Rentals will remain under the current management, the business is now owned by Attawapiskat Enterprises
Matawa chiefs say they won’t be ignored in the Ring of Fire

Matawa chiefs say they won’t be ignored in the Ring of Fire

James Bay Indigenous leaders want direct connection with government in partnering on Far North development
There will be no environmental shortcuts taken in the Ring of Fire, says federal minister

There will be no environmental shortcuts taken in the Ring of Fire, says federal minister

Protecting the peatlands, respecting Indigenous rights are paramount issues for Ottawa, according to Jonathan Wilkinson
First Nation and Ring of Fire miner set the stage for Eagle's Nest partnership

First Nation and Ring of Fire miner set the stage for Eagle's Nest partnership

"We are exercising our sovereignty," says Webequie Chief in signing MOU exploration pact with nickel miner
Matawa chiefs push back against U.S. military agenda in the Ring of Fire

Matawa chiefs push back against U.S. military agenda in the Ring of Fire

First Nation leaders demand a big say over any industrial development on their James Bay homelands
Ring of Fire miner considers harnessing the wind

Ring of Fire miner considers harnessing the wind

Ring of Fire Metals conducts wind studies as part of its sustainability plan
Federal Natural Resources Minister looks to speed up Canadian critical minerals production

Federal Natural Resources Minister looks to speed up Canadian critical minerals production

Jonathan Wilkinson wants to get on the same regulatory page with Ontario to advance mining projects
The Drift: 15 years after Ring of Fire discovery, mining timeline no clearer

The Drift: 15 years after Ring of Fire discovery, mining timeline no clearer

Ring of Fire Metals prepares for big exploration push as critical minerals supply crunch looms
Indigenous Leaders: First Nation partnerships will lead the way north

Indigenous Leaders: First Nation partnerships will lead the way north

Marten Falls and Webequie pursue their socio-economic development goals in shepherding Northern Road Link environmental impact process