TSE SHORT POSITIONS (September 14, 1992)
Semi-monthly reports as of August 31, showed 30,372,811 shares of 582 issues compared with 28,509,127 shares of 579 issues on August 15. Larger individual positions included: Aber Res. 80,800, down 28…
News
Saskatchewan pipes get a second look
In 1988, Saskatchewan witnessed a preview of today’s diamond rush in the Lac de Gras area of the Northwest Territories. Encouraged by news of a diamond discovery and subsequent land grab by De Beers C…
U.S. REPORT — Glenbrook signs shipping deal
A 6-year, $26-million transportation agreement has been signed with Glenbrook Nickel Co. for the annual movement of about 700,000 tons nickel ore, Trimac Transportation reports. The ore will be shippe…
Kimberley pipes fuelled De Beers’ growth
The first reading of a De Beers (LSE) annual report by anyone unfamiliar with the business would be puzzling if not downright frustrating. How can a company that produces less than 8% of the world’s n…
In the shadow of Lac de Gras, gold still glitters in the
While most of the industry’s attention this year has been focused on the diamond play of BHP Minerals Canada in the Lac de Gras region of the Northwest Territories, the gold potential of this vast and…
NEWS ROUNDUP — Strip mine to be subject of hearings
The Nova Scotia government has postponed development of a strip coal mine near the Westray coal mine site that claimed the lives of 26 miners in May. Provincial Environment Minister Terry Donahoe has …
Jennings addresses CIM audience
At a Sept. 24 luncheon, Christopher Jennings will address the timely question: “Will diamond mining in Canada become a reality?” The meeting is hosted by the Toronto Branch of the Canadian Institute o…
Stamps to mark GSC anniversary
Five commemorative stamps will be issued this month by Canada Post to celebrate the 150th anniversary this year of the Geological Survey of Canada. Five minerals will be featured: gold, copper, sodali…
PEOPLE — VICTORIA RESOURCES
Roger Richer appointed president; Kim Phillips appointed vice-president, administration.
PRODUCER PRICES (September 14, 1992)
ALUMINUM: MW U.S. market US59.60-60.10 cents per lb. (Aug. 27, 1992). ANTIMONY: MW New York dealer US78-88 cents per lb. (Jun. 11, 1992). BISMUTH: MW New York dealer US$2.35-2.70 per lb. (Jun. 11, 199…
PEOPLE — LA TEKO RESOURCES (September 14, 1992)
Jack Layne appointed corporate vice-president.
PEOPLE — STACIA VENTURES
Michael Strizzi appointed president, chief operating officer and director; Alfonso Rizzuto appointed director.