Drilling to resume at Poracota
Southwestern Gold (SWG-T) and partner Teck (TEK-T) are poised to begin the third phase of drilling at their Poracota gold property in southern Peru.The property is part of the Cotahuasi joint venture….
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Minco gains stake in Chinese property
An agreement with Pacific Canada Resources (PCR), a private, arm’s-length company, gives Minco Mining & Metals (VSE) the right to acquire an interest in a portfolio of Chinese base and precious metal …
STOCK MARKETS — Western markets shine despite lacklustre gold
A drop in gold prices to US$394 per oz. had little effect on western markets over the report period ended March 5.The Vancouver Stock Exchange resource index tacked on more than 55 points, finishing a…
Eight new inductees to Mining Hall of Fame.
The Canadian Mining Hall of Fame will induct eight individuals at its annual dinner on Jan. 8, 1996, in Toronto.Established eight years ago, the Hall honors legendary mine-finders and mine-builders wh…