Power Metals Corp. reports outstanding results from Phase II drilling at its Case Lake Project in Ontario, confirming high-grade cesium, lithium, and tantalum mineralization. Exceptional Cs2O concentrations (up to 20.67%) and significant tantalum grades highlight the project’s world-class potential. Phase III drilling is underway, further enhancing the project’s resource potential.
Bunker Hill Mining Corp. announced a non-binding Letter of Interest from the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) for a potential debt funding package of up to $150 million. The funding will enable the company to accelerate its Bunker 2.0 expansion project, which aims to increase zinc and silver production in the U.S. and contribute to domestic critical metals supply chain resilience.
India is intensifying its efforts to secure critical minerals, crucial for its decarbonization and net-zero ambitions. The country is focusing on exploration, recycling, and research & development to unlock the potential of these vital resources, which are essential for technologies like solar panels and electric vehicle batteries.
Power Metals Corp. has achieved successful initial test work on ore sorting at its Case Lake Project in Ontario, producing a high-grade cesium oxide product. The results pave the way for further chemical production test work and strengthen the project’s potential for commercial development.
President Biden’s upcoming trip to Angola marks a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy in Africa. The visit focuses on bolstering infrastructure development and securing critical minerals for the green energy transition, while also aiming to counter China’s growing influence on the continent. The trip is set to revolve around the strategic Lobito Corridor project, a key infrastructure link for exporting copper and cobalt, essential components for electric vehicles and renewable energy. This visit is particularly crucial as Angola seeks to diversify its economic partnerships and reduce dependence on Chinese loans.
A growing diplomatic rift between India and Canada is casting a shadow over bilateral relations, raising concerns about the movement of people, infrastructure investments, and a crucial critical minerals deal. This article delves into the escalating tensions and their potential impact on both countries.
Canada Nickel Company Inc. has received conditional approval for a $4.38 million contribution from the Government of Canada’s Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund to support pre-construction studies at its Crawford Nickel Sulphide Project. The funding will help advance the project towards a shovel-ready state and create over 1,500 jobs in the Timmins region.
Frontier Lithium Inc. has been awarded $6.1 million in funding from the Government of Canada for critical infrastructure projects at its PAK Lithium Project in Northwestern Ontario. The funding, secured through the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF), will support the development of an all-season mine access road and a power transmission line, crucial for bringing the project to life.
India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and his US counterpart Gina Raimondo will hold the sixth India-US Commercial Dialogue in Washington D.C. on October 3rd, focusing on critical minerals supply chain collaboration. The dialogue will also address trade barriers, investment opportunities, and sustainable economic growth, further strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations.
Canadore College’s Innovation Centre for Advanced Manufacturing and Prototyping (ICAMP) hosted a workshop for over 100 secondary students, focusing on electric vehicles, sustainable energy, and critical mineral extraction. The program, funded by the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN), aims to prepare the next generation for the growing automotive and mobility industries.
