This week’s episode features Ontario Mining Association President Priya Tandon in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli, exploring the potential impact of tariffs on Ontario’s mining industry. Tandon explains how mineral trade between Ontario and the U.S. remains relatively balanced but notes that tariffs are adding uncertainty to the sector. She also highlights the challenges of attracting new talent to the mining industry as the workforce continues to age. In this week’s Spotlight, Aurania Resources President and Chairman Keith Barron discusses the company’s exploration projects in Ecuador ..read more

This week’s episode features CPM Group managing partner Jeffrey Christian in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli, tackling rumors surrounding the gold market. Christian explains why large quantities of gold flowed from London to New York in January, addresses speculation about Fort Knox—outlining why he believes the gold is indeed there—and explores the silver, platinum, and palladium markets, highlighting where he sees the best value in precious metals. This week’s Spotlight features Alamos Gold president and CEO John McCluskey, who discusses the company's three producing gold mines in Ca ..read more

This week's episode features Dean McPherson, Head of Global Mining at TMX Group, offering insights into mining markets in Canada and beyond. McPherson shares his perspective on industry sentiment, highlighting the ongoing challenges exploration companies face in securing capital, while developers are experiencing better conditions. He also examines the potential for a structural shift in mining markets and discusses how Canadian government policy could be adjusted to attract and retain more domiciled companies. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week's Spotlight features Nathan ..read more

This week’s episode features Jocelyn Douheret, Director of Mining Policies, and Jonathan Lafontaine, Strategic Advisor, both from Quebec’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests. They explore Quebec’s strategic approach to natural resource development since 2019, highlighting the province’s proactive efforts in advancing critical and strategic minerals. They also discuss Quebec’s emphasis on mineral processing and recycling as key steps toward building a secure and independent supply chain. In this week’s Spotlight, Seequent CEO Graham Grant shares insights into the company’s latest softwar ..read more

In this week’s episode, Clifford Sosnow, partner at Fasken, explores the impact of tariffs on trade between Canada and the United States. He analyzes the impact of 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum, and their downstream derivatives, noting the potential for major disruptions in both economies, particularly in the automobile sector. Sosnow emphasizes that the effects will have lasting consequences and discusses the potential for diversifying trade relationships with Europe and Southeast Asia. He also highlights Canada's strategic leverage through its production of critical metals, positioning the ..read more

This week’s episode features Northern Miner Western Editor Henry Lazenby, who shares insights from the 2025 Mining Indaba conference in Cape Town. Lazenby discusses the optimistic outlook for mining and how African nations are pushing for greater local beneficiation of metals to drive economic development. Plus, in this week’s Spotlight segment, Neil Alberts, General Manager of BME Mining Canada, explores the company’s cutting-edge blasting and metallurgical technology. To learn more, visit: https://bme.co.za/ All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad ..read more

This week’s podcast features Aris Mining CEO Neil Woodyer, who shares his journey as a founder of three mining companies, his collaboration with Frank Giustra, and his latest work in Colombia with Aris Mining. He also highlights the vital role of artisanal mining in the company’s operations and discusses how Aris Mining partners with local miners to support and strengthen the community. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features strategic advisor for the ministry of natural resources and forests for the Government of Quebec Jonathan Lafontaine, who discusses p ..read more

This week’s podcast features Jeff Killeen, Director of Policy & Programs at PDAC, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. They dive into the upcoming PDAC conference in Toronto and explore key mining policy issues in Canada. Killeen sheds light on some of the major topics impacting the Canadian mining sector, including the challenges posed by the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) and the upcoming expiration of the Mineral Exploration Tax Credit (METC) in March. He also offers insights into potential solutions aimed at streamlining mineral production and processing across the country. All t ..read more

In this week’s episode, Jeffrey Christian, Managing Partner at CPM Group, delves into key macroeconomic factors influencing gold prices. He explores the impact of rising bond yields, a strengthening dollar, and the broader environment of heightened uncertainty. Additionally, Christian addresses the growing trend of resource nationalism worldwide, and why 2025 is likely to see a more ‘hostile economic environment’. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel ..read more

This week's episode features Keerit Jutla, President and CEO of the Association for Mineral Exploration, who offers an exclusive preview of the upcoming AME Roundup conference in Vancouver, happening from January 20-23, 2025. Jutla highlights key themes of the conference, including supply chain security and the major keynote speakers. He also provides insights into recent developments in British Columbia’s mining sector, including updates on the Mineral Tenure Act and ongoing efforts to expedite the province’s permitting process, which has faced significant delays. All this and more with host ..read more