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University of Saskatchewan blasts off with rockets and satellites
Hundreds of students who have passed through the school in the last few years helped build the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) first CubeSat, dubbed “RADSAT-SK.”
Springfield referendum shows overwhelming opposition to silica sand mine in rural Manitoba community
Two rural Manitoba politicians say the initial results of a referendum prove with little doubt that the residents of the RM of Springfield do not want a silica sand mine built in their community.
Springfield councillors vow to ‘fight hard’ to prevent potential silica issues
Plans have been in the works for about four years for Calgary-based Sio Silica to build a silica mine and processing plant near Vivian in the RM of Springfield, east of Winnipeg.
Councillors in silica sand mine controversy say they’ve received legal threats
A rural Manitoba councillor is accusing an Alberta-based mining company of “thuggery” after he said he and a fellow councillor were threatened with legal action over their opposition to a proposed silica mine that has been at the centre of a growing and sometimes ugly controversy in the RM of Springfield. RM of Springfield councillors Mark Miller and Andy Kuczynski said on Wednesday they have both been threatened with possible legal action by lawyers for Calgary-based Sio Silica, after voting in opposition to a development agreement during a Springfield council meeting held in June.
Rural Manitoba councillors push for independent referendum on controversial silica mine project
Plans have been in the works for about four years for Calgary-based Sio Silica to build a silica mine and processing plant near the community of Vivian in the RM of Springfield, east of Winnipeg.
Mine tour an eye-opening experience
With Rocanville being the largest potash mine among Nutrien’s six potash mines in Saskatchewan, it was fascinating to learn about the work that goes on behind the scenes of mining.
Bekevar Wind Energy project underway in southern Saskatchewan
The Bekevar Wind Energy Project will supply 200 megawatts (MW) of zero-emissions power, enough to serve up to 100,000 homes.
Sask First Nations push sovereignty with U.S. green energy
The delegation highlighted the necessity of involving First Nations in the development of the green economy, including critical minerals.
Manitoba NDP leader promises more critical mineral development
Wab Kinew said Manitoba can produce critical minerals with higher labour and environmental standards than other areas.
