Northcliff Resources (TSX: NCF) has announced a delay in the start of construction at its Sisson critical minerals project on environmental and community engagement grounds, now set for Dec. 3, 2025.
The project, located about 100 km northwest of Fredericton, N.B., faces postponement due to ongoing discussions with First Nations and the fulfillment of other conditions. The company had not previously set a hard date for the start of construction, despite Sisson being permitted and a first feasibility study completed in Jan. 2013, with an ostensible construction date by 2015, according to reports at the time.
CEO Andrew Ing acknowledged the delay, expressing gratitude to local contractors for their support as the company works towards resolving these issues. “We continue to advance the Sisson project toward construction,” Ing said in a statement, pointing to ongoing collaboration with New Brunswick regulators and First Nations to address environmental impact assessment conditions.
In parallel, Northcliff is progressing with its Phase 1 field program, which includes geotechnical drilling for the tailings storage facility and related engineering activities. The company also focuses on completing the archaeological work program and planning for fieldwork in 2024.
The delay announcement comes as Northcliff participated in the Japan International Tungsten Industry Association meeting, where discussions about project off-take and financing were held. This development is part of the broader plan to update the feasibility study, sign off-take agreements, secure financing, and prepare for eventual construction after permit applications.
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