Articles by Northern Miner Staff

TVX Gold sustains lower precious metal production

Although TVX Gold (TVX-T) has yet to release its 1997 earnings and updated reserve estimates, the gold and silver producer has announced its 1997 production figures, its projections for 1998 productio…


Goldcorp acquires Wilanour

Shareholders of Wilanour Resources (WLR-T) have approved a proposed takeover by its major shareholder, Goldcorp (G-T).Goldcorp recently agreed to purchase 91% of the Wilanour shares it did not already…



Canadian mineral output dogged by low prices

In 1997, the overall value of mineral production in Canada grew just 0.3% over the previous year, to $49.8 billion, according to figures released by Natural Resources Canada.Significant price declines…




Philip Services reveals inventory adjustment

Hamilton, Ont.-based waste-management firm Philip Services revealed in late January that it is taking a one-time charge to its 1997 earnings of at least US$75 million relating to an after-tax “physica…



Echo Bay posts loss

Echo Bay Mines (ECO-T) posted a loss for 1997 based upon substantial writedowns and special charges, though the company returned improved results in the fourth quarter.The Denver-based gold and silver…


Meetings (March 02, 1998)

Mar. 2, Penn GoldMar. 2, TouchstoneMar. 3, Altius MineralsMar. 3, Goldrush Casino & MiningMar. 3, Meota ResourcesMar. 3, WindarraMar. 5, Brigadier GoldMar. 5, JilbeyMar. 5, Tan RangeMar. 5, Tequila Co…


Aur drops Patagonia

After spending $1.5 million on exploration, Aur Resources (AUR-T) has decided to drop its option to earn an interest in the Patagonia property from Southern Rio Resources (SNZ-V).Southern Rio intends …



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