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  • Published on 23:35 GMT

    Diavik begins lengthy process of filling its massive open-pit mines

    Published 3:28 pm Thursday, August 6, 2026 By Kody Ferron Local Journalism Initiative Northern News Services Using water from Lac de Gras, Rio Tinto, operator of the former Diavik diamond mine, has taken a “significant step” in restoring the natural state …

    Source: Yellowknifer - Pending
  • Published on Jul 21, 2026

    After 150 Million Carats, Diavik Mine Closes Its Final Chapter

    Mon 20 Jul 2026 | 07:09 PM After more than two decades of production, global mining giant Rio Tinto is drawing its diamond business to a close following the recovery of the last remaining ore from its Diavik Diamond Mine in Canada's Northwest …

    Source: Sada Elbalad - Gov't Propaganda
  • Published on Aug 4, 2026

    Why lab-grown diamonds are a sustainable alternative to mined stones

    For centuries, diamonds have been regarded as symbols of eternal love, characterised by their rarity, scintillation and lustre. But behind the glamour of these stones lies a cold, hard truth: an industry plagued by forced labour, civil violence, and …

    Source: The Hindu - Center-left
  • Published on Aug 4, 2026

    Lion Copper tables maiden estimate for Nevada deposit

    Lion Copper and Gold Corp. [LEO-TSXV, LCGMF-OTCQB] has announced a maiden resource estimate for the Bear Deposit, which is located within the company’s Yerington copper project in Lyon County, Nevada. The maiden resource estimate of approximately 6.71 …

    Source: Resource World Magazine - Neutral
  • Published on Aug 1, 2026

    How lab-grown diamonds have changed the game

    You’ve probably heard the saying “a diamond is forever”. What if the market for them – with its hefty price tags – isn’t? Back in March, Rio Tinto ended production at its Diavik diamond mine in Canada after 23 years. Earlier this month, diamond mining …

    Source: Scroll.in - Center-left
  • Published on Jul 29, 2026

    Sales at Rio Tinto’s Diamond Unit Fall Amid Mine Closure

    Rio Tinto’s diamond revenue dropped in the first half of 2026 as the miner processed remaining ore from its shuttered deposit. Sales from the Diavik mine in Canada slipped 27% year on year to $118 million for the six months that ended June 30, the company …

    Source: Rapaport - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 30, 2026

    Same sparkle, different story: how lab-grown diamonds are transforming the market

    You’ve probably heard the saying “a diamond is forever”. What if the market for them – with its hefty price tags – isn’t? Back in March, Rio Tinto ended production at its Diavik diamond mine in Canada after 23 years. Earlier this month, diamond mining …

    Source: The Conversation - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 10, 2026

    Diamonds aren’t forever

    TREVOR BOWER knows a countdown clock began ticking on his first day of work at the Diavik Diamond Mine more than 20 years ago. “From the day you start mining, you’re working yourself out of a job,” he says. “Eventually, you will mine the entire resource …

    Source: Up Here - Pending
  • Published on Jul 15, 2026

    Closure of Ekati diamond mine in NWT ‘deeply disappointing,’ Burgundy CEO says

    Open this photo in gallery:An aerial view of the Ekati Diamond mine in an undated handout photo.The Canadian Press The impending closure of the insolvent Ekati diamond mine is a “deeply disappointing outcome” for workers, shareholders and communities in …

    Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 15, 2026

    Receiver appointed to oversee winding down of Ekati diamond mine in N.W.T.

    YELLOWKNIFE – The Northwest Territories government says PricewaterhouseCoopers has been appointed receiver to oversee the winding down of the Ekati diamond mine as that once-vital sector to the local economy continues to diminish.  In May, the Supreme …

    Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 15, 2026

    Jobs hang in the balance as Ekati diamond mine in N.W.T. closing early

    And then there was one. The second of the three diamond mines that have long anchored the Northwest Territories economy is closing after its owner, Australia-based Burgundy Diamond Mines Ltd., failed to find a buyer for its Canadian subsidiary and ran out …

    Source: Global News - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 15, 2026

    Jobs hang in the balance as Ekati diamond mine in N.W.T. braces for early closure

    YELLOWKNIFE — And then there was one. The second of the three diamond mines that have long anchored the Northwest Territories economy is closing after its owner, Australia-based Burgundy Diamond Mines Ltd. YELLOWKNIFE — And then there was one. The second …

    Source: Powell River Peak - Pending
  • Published on Jul 15, 2026

    Jobs hang in the balance as Ekati diamond mine in N.W.T. braces for early closure

    YELLOWKNIFE — And then there was one. The second of the three diamond mines that have long anchored the Northwest Territories economy is closing after its owner, Australia-based Burgundy Diamond Mines Ltd., failed to find a buyer for its Canadian …

    Source: BNN Bloomberg - Neutral
  • Published on Jul 16, 2026

    Uncertainty looms over jobs, clean-up costs as N.W.T.'s Ekati mine nears closure

    Play Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The cost of site reclamation …

    Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
  • Published on Jul 15, 2026

    N.W.T.'s Ekati mine set to shut down as it enters receivership

    Play Listen to this article Estimated 2 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The Ekati Diamond Mine in …

    Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
  • Published on Jul 14, 2026

    Ekati set to close its doors for good

    Published 2:10 pm Tuesday, July 14, 2026 By James McCarthy Northern News Services The future of Ekati diamond mine has been all but sealed and it appears that the end is upon us. No one stepped up to buy the troubled mine, meaning that it’s certain to …

    Source: Yellowknifer - Pending
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