Yukon metals shine at Mineral Exploration Roundup January 18, 2010
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January 18, 2010
Yukon metals shine at Mineral Exploration Roundup
Whitehorse – Yukon’s metals potential is taking the spotlight at the annual
Mineral Exploration Roundup.
“Yukon continues to achieve significant recognition by Canada’s mineral
sector, despite the global economic challenges facing the mineral industry,”
Premier Dennis Fentie said. “Our commitment to Yukon’s mining industry is
yielding results.”
Hosted each year by the Association for Mineral
Exploration British Columbia (AMEBC), Roundup brings together organizations and
people representing all components of the global mineral exploration and mining
sector.
This year, Yukon received special recognition by the AMEBC with two
significant awards.
Yukoner Shawn Ryan has been selected as the recipient of the H.H. “Spud”
Huestis Award for excellence in prospecting and mineral exploration. Ryan’s
pioneering exploration work in the Dawson Range led to increased industry
interest in the White Gold District. Over 8,000 claims were staked in the
district last year with more than a dozen companies actively working in the
area.
In addition, Stephen Quin and Bruce McLeod of Capstone Resources are being
recognized for their achievements in developing the Minto Mine with the E.A.
Scholz Award for excellence in mine development. Capstone Mining Corporation
continues to exceed production expectations and has recently announced an
expansion in reserves which will extend the mine’s life.
“I am pleased to congratulate Yukon’s AMEBC award recipients,” Energy, Mines
and Resources Minister Archie Lang said. “Spanning exploration and development,
this recognition highlights the success of the Yukon government’s comprehensive
approach to supporting growth in Yukon’s mineral sector.”
Departmental representatives from Energy, Mines and Resources and Economic
Development will attend Roundup to promote Yukon’s mineral potential and provide
information on Yukon’s management of the territory’s mineral resources.
For
more information on mining in Yukon, visit http://www.miningyukon.com/.
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