De Beers approves Snap Lake construction
De Beers has given the official go-ahead for construction of its first mine outside of Africa. The Snap Lake mine i…
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De Beers gaining strength in Canadian diamond sector
Although no new mines were built in Canada last year, plans on the drawing board suggest that four advanced diamond projects will soon become Canadian producers, including two in the Northwest Territo…
Rising noise levels may cause concern for miners
The noise from noise is getting louder, and it’s something the mining industry should be paying close attention to….
Kensington explores Fort la Corne
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Kensington goes for $35 million financing
Vancouver – Kensington Resources (KRT-V) has lined up a $35-million financing for continued exploration of its Fort…
Kensington recovers 10.5-carat diamond (March 21, 2005)
Vancouver — Mini-bulk sampling on
Juniors climb higher on buoyant commodities
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Kensington recovers 10.5-carat diamond (March 07, 2005)
Vancouver – Mini-bulk sampling on Kensington Resources’ (KRT-V) Fort la Corne joint venture in central Saskatchew…
Star diamonds worth US$110 per ct
Saskatchewan is a province long synonymous with uranium and potash. It may not be too long before diamonds are thrown into the mix….
Diamond fever fuels staking rush in Canada’s Far North
Busy Indaba showcases African mining industry
Cape Town, South Africa — The 10th annual Indaba 2005 was a hive of activity with representatives from major and junior companies, government, media and service supply companies exchanging informatio…
Crown Diamonds, Petra plan merger
Vancouver — A proposed marriage between Australian-listed