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TuesdayApr 14, 2026 9:00 am

Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) Enters High-Growth Phase in Critical Minerals with 2026 Catalysts in Sight

Disseminated on behalf of Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) and may include paid advertising. Trilogy Metals’ joint venture, Ambler Metals, is taking steps to advance permitting, drilling, and feasibility milestones at its Arctic and Bornite projects in Alaska. Growing U.S. support for domestic critical mineral development is strengthening Trilogy’s position as a high-grade, multi-metal asset with increasing strategic value. Trilogy Metals (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) is entering a critical phase in its evolution, with President and CEO Tony Giardini listing out a couple of near-term catalysts that could significantly progress the company’s flagship assets in Alaska’s Ambler Mining District.…

MondayApr 13, 2026 10:30 am

LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) Nears Restart of Gold Production this Quarter with First Gold Pour on the Horizon

Disseminated on behalf of LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF)and may include paid advertising. Junior Canadian near-term gold producer LaFleur Minerals is positioned to restart operations at its Beacon Gold Mill in Canada’s prolific Abitibi Greenstone Belt LaFleur will use a bulk sample remaining from the previous company’s operations at its nearby Swanson Gold Project to produce its first gold pour, with the aim to increase the daily processing capacity of the mill over the next year Gold’s spot price has roughly doubled since January of last year and, although the price has fluctuated in response to geopolitical pressures…

FridayApr 10, 2026 10:00 am

Gold Stumbles as Iran War Escalation Looms

The prices of gold and silver edged lower at the start of the week, though both metals retained most of the strong gains recorded over Easter Week. The pullback comes amid rising geopolitical tension, as President Donald Trump signaled a potential military escalation against Iran unless Tehran complies with demands to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by a newly set deadline. A ceasefire was agreed just before the deadline passed, but sporadic strikes are threatening to trigger renewed fighting and an escalation of the conflict. In a recent post on social media, the American president issued a threat that the U.S. military would attack various infrastructure, not limited to power plants and bridges,…

ThursdayApr 09, 2026 10:00 am

Debate Rages on Viability of Proposed Copper Smelter in B.C.

A proposed copper smelter and refinery on British Columbia’s West Coast is sparking divided opinions among industry experts, with some questioning its financial viability while others argue it could strengthen Canada’s position in the global copper market. The initiative, introduced late last year by federal and provincial governments, aims to move Canada further up the copper value chain and reduce dependence on overseas processing. This push comes amid rising global demand for copper, driven by electrification and clean energy technologies, and its designation as a critical mineral tied to national security. Despite the province producing roughly half of the country’s copper, it currently lacks any processing facilities. Critics argue that building one…

TuesdayApr 07, 2026 10:00 am

Japanese Engineers Tap Wastewater to Produce Clean Energy

A water treatment facility in Japan is exploring a novel form of renewable energy by tapping into the natural process of osmosis. This process, where water moves from a less concentrated solution to a more concentrated one, has long been understood. However, turning it into a reliable energy source has been challenging, mainly due to difficulties in developing effective membranes for the process. Over in the Fukuoka prefecture, engineers in collaboration with private partners believe they have made significant progress. They recently launched the second osmotic power plant in the world. The system generates electricity by using the interaction between treated wastewater and highly concentrated seawater, which is a byproduct of desalination. Osmosis is a familiar concept in everyday…

TuesdayApr 07, 2026 9:45 am

LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) Bolsters Report on Positive PEA, Nears Gold Production

Disseminated on behalf of LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF)and may include paid advertising. LaFleur Minerals is a junior Canadian near-term gold producer preparing to restart its 100%-owned gold mill to process material from its nearby gold project in the prolific Abitibi gold mining region of eastern Canada LaFleur released a report last month on the results of a positive Preliminary Economic Assessment (“PEA”) that supports the company’s financial strategy and provides guidance as it anticipates near-term operational profits The company has filed an independent technical report prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101, following on the PEA’s findings and…

MondayApr 06, 2026 10:30 am

Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) Strengthens Position in Growing Global Gold Cycle

Disseminated on behalf of  Lahontan Gold Corp. (TSX.V: LG) (OTCQB: LGCXF) and may include paid advertising. World Gold Council research notes that the addition of gold can materially improve a portfolio’s risk-adjusted returns. Lahontan’s potential appeal is its ability to offer investors exposure not just to the gold price but to an advancing Nevada development story in one of the world’s most established mining belts. Recent company activity suggests Lahontan is continuing to advance its development strategy at Santa Fe. Gold’s latest pullback has done little to weaken the deeper investment case for the yellow metal. As recent commentary observes, gold’s importance…

MondayApr 06, 2026 10:00 am

Gold Records its Worst Monthly Performance in 17 Years

The price of gold recorded a slight increase at the start of the week. Despite this, the precious metal still posted its steepest monthly decline in over a decade. Gold futures rose by over 2% to reach $4,678.60. Despite that daily gain, gold dropped over 10% throughout last month, marking its worst monthly performance since 2013. Silver followed a similar pattern, with the metal’s futures surging to $74.92. Similar to gold, the metal also recorded an even sharper monthly fall of over 19%. This marked its weakest monthly showing since 2011. The recent market movements come against a backdrop of ongoing uncertainty surrounding the United States-Iran conflict, now in its fifth week. Reports suggest that President Donald Trump…

ThursdayApr 02, 2026 10:00 am

Gold, Silver Record Price Gains as Investors Seek Safe Havens

Gold and silver prices moved higher in early trading at the start of the week. This comes as investors continue to purchase these precious metals in a bid to safeguard their wealth as the conflict in the Middle East rages on. This is typical in times of uncertainty when individuals turn to safe-haven assets like gold. Rising oil prices and falling government bond prices are also driving the prices of these metals higher. At the moment, gold futures for June are trading at $4,568, an increase of over $44. Silver futures for May have also risen to $71.06. Political tensions…

ThursdayApr 02, 2026 9:45 am

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) Strengthens Position amid Global REE Supply Challenges

Disseminated on behalf of Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) and may include paid advertising. Industry analysts project that REEs used in clean-energy technologies could see demand increase two to three times by 2040. Despite the importance of these precious elements, global supply chains for REEs remain highly concentrated. Ucore is developing technologies and facilities designed to process rare earth concentrates into high-purity oxides that can be used in manufacturing. Rare earth elements have become one of the most strategically important groups of materials in the modern global economy, underpinning technologies that range from electric vehicles to advanced…

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