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CBC
4 days ago
- Business
- CBC
Northern mining industry takes a hit as lab-grown diamond popularity surges
Hundreds of people are being laid off at a diamond mine in the Northwest Territories as production halts, signaling a shifting industry. Lab-grown diamonds are surging in popularity, offering a similar sparkle for a fraction of the price.
CBC
5 days ago
- Business
- CBC
YKDFN will advocate for fair compensation of members affected in Ekati Mine layoffs
The Yellowknives Dene First Nation is reeling from mass layoffs at Northwest Territories' Ekati diamond mine this week. Yesterday, owner Burgundy Diamond Mines announced it was ceasing open pit operations at Ekati and laying off hundreds of workers. Dettah Chief Ernest Betsina says the First Nation is going to insist that Burgundy recognizes their seniority and compensates them fairly.
CBC
27-05-2025
- General
- CBC
First Nations voice concerns over Diavik water license
Although the Diavik diamond mine is getting ready to close, the mine cannot clean up or shut down until it gets a new water licence. Some First Nations are now voicing their concerns. Nadeer Hashmi has more.
