royalty companies

The Canadian Mining Hall of Fame inducted four industry leaders in 2026 for their long-standing contributions to mineral exploration, mining finance, and industry standards. Honoured at the annual induction ceremony in Toronto, the recipients were David Harquail, Don Lindsay, Catherine McLeod-Seltzer, and Gordon Garfield Morrison; executives, entrepreneurs, and exploration leaders whose work has influenced capital markets, governance frameworks, and major mineral discoveries. The event highlighted careers spanning royalty companies, diversified miners, exploration success, and industry leadership. Collectively, the inductees have helped shape modern mining practices, advanced responsible development, and contributed to the long-term growth and credibility of Canada’s mining sector. [more]

The mining investment landscape is shifting, and veteran investor Rick Rule sees opportunity. Speaking at PDAC, he emphasized that only a fraction of the 3,000 junior miners are worth investing in, urging investors to focus on management expertise, clear project objectives, and high-quality assets. He highlighted opportunities in Tier 1-bound deposits, high-quality producers like Agnico Eagle, and royalty and streaming companies. Rule also noted that single-asset producers are prime for consolidation as major mining companies seek growth. His core message: invest in quality teams, overlooked commodities, and projects with long-term potential despite prevailing market sentiment. [more]