Mining Association slams B.C. land use policies
Tom Waterland, president of the Mining Association of British Columbia, slammed provincial land use policies after learning that a major mining company was forced to terminate an exploration program o…
1990
Archives a valuable repository of geological documents and maps (June 18, 1990)
In any type of commercial geological investigation, it is always important to know “who” and “what” has gone before. In most cases, this is perceived as reviewing the company, corporate or agency file…
People FAIRBANKS GOLD (June 18, 1990)
Dr. I. M. Gray appointed president and chief operating officer; Eric Friedland, formerly president, assumed the positions of chairman and chief executive officer.
High prices, poor Aur results puts spotlight on other bets (June 18, 1990)
For much of last year, the Aur Resources, (TSE) Societe Miniere Louvem (TSE) copper-zinc-rich massive sulphide discovery east of Val d’Or, Que., was the most talked about base metal play in Canada. Wh…
Australia`s mining industry urged to defend its role
By now a fair number of mining people have thumbed through the federal government’s booklet The Green Plan: A Framework for Discussion. Those whose literary appetite has been jaded by that document’s …
Looking beyond North America for exploration opportunities (June 18, 1990)
More than ever before, Canadian juniors are now looking overseas for new investment opportunities as exploration heads for a slowdown at home. A brief survey of junior mining companies by The Northern…
Anglesey completes feasibility study
By the third quarter of this year, Anglesey Mining (London Exchange) expects to have in hand a completed feasibility study for its 100% owned Parys Mountain polymetallic project in North Wales. .TAngl…
Metal Prices FREE MARKET (June 18, 1990)
London Metal Exchange Spot closing prices in $US per tonne, except copper and lead (pounds sterling per tonne) Date June 12 June 11 June 8 June 7 June 6 Copper 1508-1510 1526-1528 1550-1552 1543-1545 …
Drilling planned for Gossan project
An exploratory drill program is being planned by Vector Industries International (VSE) for its Gossan property in the “Golden Triangle” region, north of Stewart, B.C. The funds for the work program wi…
Hendrick determined to change mining’s bad image
Improving mining’s public image will be the challenge Keith Hendrick faces as he steps in as chairman of the Mining Association of Canada this month. “Mining is the foundation of the Canadian economy….
Placer stands by cash offer to buy Stikine shares
Shareholders of Stikine Resources (TSE) will have the opportunity to accept buy- out offers for their shares from either Corona (TSE) or Placer Dome (TSE). Both major companies recently announced offe…
INSIDE Base metal plays
Aur Resources’ base metal discovery in Quebec’s Louvicourt Twp. is one of the hottest prospects in the country, but there are several other juniors that have base metal projects on the go. Investors s…