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We're pleased to report on our activities for the March 2024 quarter, including at our 100%-owned Nechalacho Rare Earth Project in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada.   Our updated Mineral Resource Estimate for the Tardiff Upper Zone now hosts 213 million tonnes at 1.17% total rare earth oxides (TREO), an increase of 79% in mineral resource tonnes. This update also reports a 49% increase in TREO tonnage to 2.48 million tonnes. Notably, Tardiff is now estimated to contain over 623,000 tonnes of crucial neodymium oxide + praseodymium oxide (NdPr), reflecting a nearly 50% increase from previous estimates.   Results from the 2023 drilling campaign at the Tardiff deposit, which included 74 holes spanning 6,664m, underscore the potential for expanding our high-grade rare earths deposits. Best results from this drilling include intercepts of high TREO concentrations close to the surface.   The update also highlights the exceptional NdPr:TREO ratio of approximately 25% at Tardiff, consistent across various grades found in drilling.   We anticipate more results from our 2023 drilling efforts in the coming June quarter and expect further updates to the MRE later this year. Additionally, a scoping study due late 2024 will assess the size and scalability of potential future production scenarios at Tardiff.   Read the full Quarterly Report here: https://lnkd.in/gWY2bSWs #VML #VitalMetals #REE #rareearths

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Going, going, almost gone! Join me in this history-in-the-making webinar on the Purpose of Governance. It's tomorrow, June 14, 1 pm ET - can't make it? Register at this link to receive a copy of the recording. https://lnkd.in/gdBibEpS What makes it ground-breaking? It introduces a partnership with five governance organizations to educate boards and governance professionals on the board's inherent responsibility to govern their organization's purpose. This will not only change boards forever, it will change how companies operate. Don't miss it! Competent Boards Governance Professionals of Canada (GPC) Canadian Corporate Counsel Association The Chartered Governance Institute of Canada The Directors College Lynn Beauregard Helle Bank Jørgensen Nancy Wright Susanne Dandenault, CIC.C Ranj Sangra, CIC.C William Holmes Christine E. Carter, JD, FCG, Acc. Dir. Patricia Thacker Michael Hartmann Canadian Purpose Economy Project #purposeeconomy #purposegovernance

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At Hydro One, our commitment to reconciliation goes beyond words – it’s ingrained in every new project, like the Waasigan Transmission Line. This industry-leading model of collaboration isn’t just about equitable ownership, it’s about making the journey together with Indigenous partners, including collaboration on project development and decision making. Through reconciliation-based dialogue and finding shared values, we’re not just building infrastructure that supports a clean economy – we’re shaping generational benefits, creating job opportunities and career pathways. Read more about the power of partnership. https://ow.ly/aacF50RSSIf

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We were proud to support the Canadian Water Resources Association National Conference this week, where 400 attendees joined us to learn about the importance of flood hazard mapping and water resources management. Explore the Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program: https://ow.ly/GTA050SnyBp #FloodMapping

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Yet another reason to avoid deep sea mining. Canada is rich in rare earth metals and with land-based mining there is a much higher degree of knowledge available to avoid and mitigate impact. Moreover, Canada's regulatory framework isn't perfect but it is considerably more robust than other land-based applications in emerging markets.

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A new report from the Auditor General found that when it comes to managing Alberta's surface water, the Government of Alberta: 1. Lacks water conservation objectives (WCOs) in most basins; 2. Doesn't know if existing WCOs are working; 3. Lacks processes to monitor water pressures or assess risks; 4. Has ineffective processes to approve licenses and monitor compliance, and 5. Cannot verify/validate whether licensee-reported water usage data is accurate - among many other issues. The report calls for stronger processes to proactively protect Alberta’s surface water. Link to report: https://lnkd.in/gPYba_K9 #ABPoli #ABLeg #CDNPoli #Water #Drought #ClimateChange

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Today, we co-hosted a roundtable on water management & drought mitigation with Calgary Economic Development & Business Council of Alberta. We appreciate the valuable insights shared by industry, government & academia as we think about effectively managing our province’s resources. Topics of discussion included: • Innovation to support water efficiency.  • Collaboration across all levels of government, post-secondary institutions, and businesses for effective water management.  • Improving predictive models to better anticipate future precipitation and melt levels for proactive water management and drought mitigation. We extend our gratitude to all participants for their valuable insights and contributions. These discussions are crucial in our ongoing efforts to manage our province’s resources effectively. #yycbiz #ableg 

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🌊TODAY IN WATER NEWS🌊: The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is pleased to announce the launch of our newest resource: "Preparing for Invasive Mussels: Vulnerability Assessment Guide for Raw Water Infrastructure." A year in the works, the assessment guide is intended to help water utilities and others with in-water infrastructure assess the vulnerability of their equipment to invasive zebra and quagga mussels and prepare. The guide is especially critical for those in the Pacific Northwest since the discovery of quagga mussels last fall in Snake River, Idaho – a tributary to the Columbia and Okanagan watersheds The guide is informed by decades of research and experience, and includes: 💡 a new mussel risk analysis table based on the latest water chemistry and habitat requirement research 💡 a “how-to” for walking through a facility and determining risk to each system and component 💡 options for how to mitigate the risks and effects of invasive mussels. and 💡 a calculation to help operators estimate expected costs to their facility if mussels arrive. While vulnerability assessments don’t remove the risk of invasive mussels, they can help mitigate damage and reduce costs if mussels arrive. “If they had this guide in the Great Lakes in the 1980s, before the mussels arrived there, utilities probably could have saved 100s of millions of dollars a year,” explains OBWB’s James Littley, the project’s lead. The Water Board has been a vocal advocate for mussel prevention since a 2012 study found the Okanagan was at risk for the mussels. One response was its Okanagan WaterWise public outreach program launching the “Don’t Move A Mussel” campaign. “Each year, we hear that mussel-infested watercraft have been intercepted on their way into B.C., so the importance of preparation cannot be clearer,” adds OBWB Chair Blair Ireland on the release of the guide. A big thank you to Renata Claudi at RNT Consulting for help in developing this essential tool. The complete guide can be found at: https://lnkd.in/gHn-bxkk. To learn more about invasive zebra/quagga mussels and find additional prevention info., please visit our website www.DontMoveAMussel.ca - link in bio. Our news release about the guide is at https://lnkd.in/g5xN-kVJ. Thank you to Westbank First Nation for the photo.

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The Government of Alberta opened the Alberta Carbon Capture Incentive Program (ACCIP) to applications this month. Information can be found here https://lnkd.in/grV5VqKp   The program is designed to fund up to 12% of the capital costs for carbon capture projects in Alberta and is focused on the oil and gas, power, manufacturing and cement industries.   It is possible funds from the program can be combined with the Federal Investment Tax Credit for Carbon Capture which can be found here https://lnkd.in/gxkYTUag. However, this law has not come into force and there are some unknown details. For example, there are some key differences proponents should research, including if the project can have a carbon use component.   There are still several uncertainties in the CCUS regulatory and tax landscape in Alberta, but as the Provincial and Federal governments continue to formalize the process these types of projects are going to start advancing on a quicker scale.   If you are looking for assistance on a project of this kind, EXP is here to help.

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There has been a lot of news lately about carbon capture in Alberta. From the announcement of the Alberta Tax Incentive program a few weeks ago (https://lnkd.in/gJrUW6Uk) to the recent news of some project cancelations https://lnkd.in/gVvjSXea it is clear there is still work at the regulator, provincial and federal levels to better establish the rules of engagement for these projects. Alberta has done significant work in recent years updating various regulations to account for carbon sequestration. However, the regulatory framework that is developing is complex involving Alberta Mines and Minerals, the Alberta Energy Regulator and Alberta Environment and Protected Areas. It also involves an understanding of the Mines and Minerals Act, Carbon Sequestration Tenure Regulations, Oil and Gas Conservation Act, Pipeline Act, Public Lands Act, Surface Rights Act and Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction Regulation, among others. If you are planning a hub or small-scale remote sequestration project EXP can help you develop an appropriate regulatory framework, risk matrix and schedule.  

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We are thrilled to announce that we received funding from Natural Resources Canada to build and implement an Indigenous-led framework for mineral exploration that braids traditional knowledge, nature, Western science, and technology. In our race to a decarbonized future, more minerals are being required than ever before. How do we ensure that we are considering the health and well-being of people and our vital ecosystems now and for future generations? Led by Tahltan Nation members, guided by traditional wisdom, and working with Green Feet Ecosystem Services, Green Analytics, and leading technologies such as LIDAR, IoT and drones to support decades of traditional knowledge, our goal is to establish a strong reciprocal relationship between our natural world, Indigenous communities and the mining sector. Our consortium of partners will prove a new way of working with our natural resources that is guided by Mother Earth and values our living systems. Our model will create 30+ new career paths in a green economy that haven't yet been realized as an entirely new industry in areas such as ecosystem services and biodiversity management. The project will engage youth and provide training and apprenticeships at each stage of the process. We are re-building our relationship with Mother Earth and each other. Through these relationships we ultimately heal ourselves. 🌎 Learn more about the project and other Indigenous initiatives being supported here: https://shorturl.at/leSkg CPAC Video (INRP announcement starts at 14:00): https://shorturl.at/Bw9fX

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Contact Jason on your next real estate transaction!

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TOP occupational disease risks in Ontario pulp and paper sector; research monitors disease outcomes for more than two million Ontario workers: https://bit.ly/49mDubN #WorkplaceSafety #Mining #Forestry #PulpAndPaper #OccupationalDisease #Cancer #HearingLoss #Disease #ForestProducts #HealthAndSafety

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🌟Celebrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 🌟   🌍 At GFZ and RIFS we are committed to recognize the power of diversity, foster equitable opportunities, and place inclusion at the core of our strength. Our primary goal is to make the centre and geosciences a safe space for everyone, where diverse voices are heard, valued, and actively included, both in the administration and in the scientific process. We believe this approach will enhance our understanding of the Earth, strengthen our relationships with it and each among us, and foster innovative research outcomes that embrace diverse perspectives. 🌀 At GFZ and RIFS we acknowledge the challenges that minorities and underrepresented groups encounter when entering academia, seeking representation, and advancing in their careers. To address this, we embarked on a focused DEI journey on March 1st to review our recruiting process and ensure its sensitivity to DEI into every phase of the process. Our goal is to apply an intersectional/holistic approach to achieve equitable opportunities and sustain them. 💼 We are moving step by step and understand DEI as a cross-functional, transversal strategy that crafts resources to foster a robust DEI culture. As the Helmholtz Association promotes an atmosphere of respect and fairness, appreciation and belonging, security and openness in its research centers, it also funds Diversity projects like ours to achieve these goals. The GFZ signed and supports the Charta der Vielfalt e.V. since 2021. 🛡️What does it mean for you to have a geoscience centre as a safe space for everyone? Let us know in the comments!     #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #DEI #WorkplaceCulture #Belonging #DiversityDay #ChartaDerVielfalt #StimmeFürVielfalt #Zugehörigkeit #Geo #Geoscience

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Xcite Resources: Pioneering uranium exploration in the Athabasca Basin Xcite Resources Inc. (XRI on CSE) is strategically positioned in the uranium exploration sector, focusing on the prolific Athabasca Basin in northern Saskatchewan. Jean-Francois Meilleur CEO Xcite Resources https://lnkd.in/eG6SmENa #uranium #canada #mining #miningnnews #uraniumdemand

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With the failure this past winter in Edmonton with the pumps at the water treatment plant and now this, I am wondering if we are seeing these catastrophic infrastructure failures are due to a failure of successive councils and provincial governments to make the necessary investments maintaining and replacing aging infrastructure? Some have suggested that across North America, the infrastructure debts are now in the 10's of trillions of dollars. https://lnkd.in/gx7ib8HT

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