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MTI brings hybrid technology underground

Mining Technologies International (MTI), a Sudbury-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment, demonstrated a hybrid diesel-electric load-haul-dump machine at the Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy’s Conference and Exhibition in Mont

South Mine uses solids pump to clean out slime build-up

The newly designed Supavac solids transfer pump is proving its worth in Northern Ontario mines. CVRD Inco’s Mark Moffatt can attest to its effectiveness.

Hockey legend builds bridges with First Nation

A diamond exploration company with several promising properties in northeastern Ontario and Quebec is taking advantage of Canada’s passion for hockey to nurture a relationship with a First Nation community in the region. Tres-Or Resources Ltd.

Backfill basics

A Q&A with Paul Rantala Paul Rantala operates a consulting practice, Par Innovation Inc., specializing in backfill.

A Delegation from Peru visits Sudbury, North Bay

A delegation of 18 Peruvian mine managers, superintendents and consultants visited North Bay and Sudbury, May 8 to 10.

Orica centralizes customer service

Joe Keenan hasn’t used his degree in Geology from Laurentian University to discover a new orebody, but his knowledge of rocks set him on a career path that has been just as rewarding.

Hardfacing firm finds niche

When Ray Bedard returned home to the Sudbury area in October 2003 following a 38-year career as a welder in southern Ontario, his business plan took up the better part of a transport trailer.

City hosts matchmaking event

The City of Greater Sudbury ventured into the matchmaking business January 12th, organizing a career fair that attracted approximately 300 young people interested in the mining industry.

First Nation youth trained for linecutting opportunities

A shortage of linecutters in Ontario’s red-hot mineral exploration sector has turned into a lucrative opportunity for the province’s First Nations.

Rezplast expansion a sign of the times

A little ingenuity and entrepreneurial zeal can go a long way. In the case of Sudbury’s Rezplast Manufacturing Ltd., the result is a recent move to a larger plant, exports to the U.S.
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