2014 Mining Industry Outlook: Prospects Look Bleak A review of last year’s operations and a peak into the future have some experts predicting a bleak 2014 for the Canadian mining industry. This news is especially hard when you consider that Canada’s mining operations are the bedrock of its natural resource based economy. The challenge that […]
What the 2014 Canadian Budget Means for Mining The annual release of Canada’s budget is met with equal parts praise, condemnation and apathy. This year’s effort is no exception. It was the Finance Minister’s goal to put Canada’s financial house in order. Translation: balance the books and curb spending. As for Canada’s mining industry, there […]
The Benefits of Marine Spatial Planning A basic fact of port operation is that there will come a time when it needs dredging. As vessels grow bigger, the ports need deeper channels to handle the larger traffic. Unfortunately, the unintended consequences of dredging could prove harmful to fish-spawning beds. This happens as newly dredged sediment […]
The Cost Benefits of Peristaltic Mining Pumps A major component of any mining operation is a dependable and durable pumping system. Within the various options for mining pumps there is a standout. Peristaltic pumps have been found to reduce costs through better energy efficiency and also help to alleviate environmental concerns. The basic principle behind […]
Quebec Reforms Mining Act Mining companies are sorting through a piece of legislation that will have a direct impact on the way they do business in the province of Quebec. Before the end of last year, the Quebec Assembly adopted the Mining Act, Bill 70 or simply, Bill 70. This was actually the fourth […]
Canadian Mining Resources: New Resources for Companies The melting Arctic ice is revealing a veritable treasure trove of Canadian mining resources to the determined miners willing to brave the frigid temperatures to retrieve the bounty. Call it the silver lining of global warming. With the ice floes breaking up, ships are able to gain access […]
Marine Ports Struggling with Unscheduled Downtime An idle port is a port that is not making any money. However, despite indications that overall shipping is on an uptick, average downtime rates have gone up in the past year. In a recent survey, 90% of the involved ports reported experiencing some level of downtime. This downtime, […]
Key Issues of Canadian Logistics In order for the Canadian transportation system to meet the demands of a trade-reliant economy, adjustments will have to be made all across its logistical supply chain. This will mean a cohesive working arrangement between the Canadian government and the private sector. Yes, a working arrangement is in place today; […]
Canada’s Sustainable Mining Standards Since its inception, the Mining Association of Canada has been committed to fostering policies around responsible mining and Canada Mining Standards. To that end, they developed the Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) program. This is a comprehensive guide to support Canadian mining operations by minimizing environmental risks and improving productivity. TSM was […]
Creating Marine Port Clusters in Canada The potential for marine ports to expand is an issue that many major facilities around the globe are contending with. This is actually good news because the demand for expansion means that shipping numbers are up across the board. Q: How can a terminal that is “locked down” expand? […]
