The M&E Dispatch - 024

Hello Everyone,

After last weeks dispatches quite a few of you reached out to share how you’re already rebalancing your trade relations and where you’re seeing things heading in the coming few months/years. In a way, we’re living in a time where the “brain drain” of previous decades has in a become more “foreign currency extraction” than loss.

Years ago a “Brain Drain” would have seen the skilled & educated move abroad to pursue new opportunities and as a result we as a nation would have felt that loss in many ways from participation in our community and civil affairs to a decrease in tax revenue.

But now, we live more in a time where we should call that “Foreign Currency Extraction” as we’re not losing the individual from our society as they’re often working remotely with limited travel. Now we’ve always had this in a way, people who worked on offshore oil rigs or in the middle east as a consultant, what I’m talking about now is the true global workforce and I think that might be one of the easiest ways for Canadian Companies to rebalance their trade in the coming few years.

We’re globally recognized for our vast resources and expertise, often drawing comparisons to our excellence in hockey. We’re a force in both and positioned well to leverage our experience in our resource fields in the same way that a hockey player tries to find a team. Some do this through agents, others do this on their own, but the approach is the same, they go and shop themselves to teams that are currently lacking in the area where that player is strong and make a case for themselves.

Well, you can have some of your key personnel establish a presence in international markets, even virtually, by building partnerships, offering consultancy, or showcasing expertise through global networks. Let’s break it down:

Showcase Your Expertise on Global Platforms

Platforms like LinkedIn or industry-specific hubs allow companies to demonstrate their unique strengths. For example, Canadian geological firms have successfully partnered with African and South American mining ventures by providing remote feasibility studies and technical consulting. Highlight your case studies, certifications, and specialized equipment to stand out.

Target Growing Markets with Strategic Partnerships

Regions with booming industries—such as mining in South America or renewable energy in Southeast Asia & Scandinavian Countries —are ripe for collaboration. Canadian companies can build partnerships by showcasing their expertise in similar conditions, such as harsh Arctic environments, without requiring relocation.

3. Invest in Remote-Friendly Innovations

Adopting tools like drones for exploration or AI-driven analytics enables seamless remote collaboration. These technologies allow Canadian businesses to deliver results globally without the need for a physical presence, offering a competitive edge in a connected world.

4. Engage Through Government or Trade Organizations

Programs like Export Development Canada (EDC) or government trade missions offer valuable support for Canadian companies looking to expand. These resources can facilitate access to new markets and help establish connections in industries abroad.

5. Leverage Technology to Expand Impact

A great example of this shift is MCF Energy Ltd., which is using advanced tools like AI and machine learning to tackle natural gas exploration in Europe. Their work demonstrates how Canadian companies can extend their reach globally without uprooting their operations. By embracing cutting-edge technologies, MCF bridges the gap between local expertise and international opportunity, aligning with the broader trend of remote global engagement.

Now I know, for many of you this is an obvious list, however it’s always a good reminder to revisit some ideas to spark areas of creativity. I’m a firm believer in the adage “There’s nothing new under the sun” and I very much approve of the follow up of “only things that are different”.

That’s what’s we have to look forward to, different, and that fills me with a profound sense of optimism.

// The Dirt

New Pacific Announces 2024 AGM Results
New Pacific Metals shares the outcomes of its 2024 AGM, reporting shareholder approval on all presented items.
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Midnight Sun and KoBold Amend Agreement
Midnight Sun Mining and KoBold Metals extend their earn-in agreement’s longstop date to December 20, 2024, ensuring alignment for further developments.
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Thesis Gold Secures $7 Million in Private Placement
Thesis Gold partners with Clarus and Cormark Securities to raise funds for advancing its exploration initiatives.
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South Star Battery Metals Adjusts Private Placement Pricing
South Star revises pricing for its non-brokered private placement and gains approval for its Omnibus Incentive Plan.
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Prismo Metals Launches $3 Million Private Placement
Prismo Metals offers 13.5M units to raise capital for its projects, reinforcing its exploration capabilities.
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Vision Lithium Finds High-Grade Cesium at Sirmac
Vision Lithium reports cesium mineralization up to 1.94% Cs2O at its Sirmac property, advancing exploration of rare metals.
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Monumental Energy Invests in Tariki-5 Gas Well
Monumental Energy updates its partnership with New Zealand Energy Corp., reporting progress on the Tariki-5A gas well.
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China’s Rare Earth Dominance Analyzed
Zimtu Capital explores China’s monopoly on rare earth metals, emphasizing global reliance on critical resources.
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NEO Battery Materials Develops Silicon Anodes
NEO collaborates with OCSiAl to produce advanced silicon anodes for enhanced lithium-ion battery performance.
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Goldshore Enhances Team for Project Advancement
Goldshore Resources appoints key personnel to strengthen its technical and corporate development capabilities.
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FPX Nickel Launches Share Buyback Program
FPX Nickel announces plans for a normal course issuer bid, aiming to repurchase up to 5M shares.
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Criterium Energy Hits 1,000 bbl/d Production Milestone
Criterium Energy surpasses production milestones, reaching 1,000 barrels per day in mid-November.
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DynaResource Repays Credit and Expands Facilities
DynaResource reports the successful repayment of existing credit lines while expanding its revolving credit capacity.
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DLP Resources Announces Private Placement
DLP Resources plans a non-brokered private placement to fund exploration and development activities.
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CanAlaska Targets $10M Private Placement
CanAlaska announces a $9.996M private placement, with flow-through shares supporting its exploration projects.
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American Pacific Gains Full Ownership of Palmer Project
American Pacific Mining completes its acquisition of the Palmer VMS Project in Alaska, enhancing its portfolio.
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// The Hustle

As a slight departure from Mining & Energy specific content - I have a tool that I’ve been working on that surfaces some pretty interesting topics and I’m curating some of them into another newsletter - starting this Friday.

It’s called “The Friday Dispatch” and you can jump the line by clicking this link:
The Friday Dispatch

Nothing changes here at M&E, just thought I’d mention this other newsletter if you’re interested. You’ll likely find things like a shipping company buying up all the available inventory of crane components or China’s odd acquisition of a block of AirBNBs in Malta…

Stuff fun to talk about between shifts at Tuesday night hockey or while waiting for a new tray of Chicken Penne in an Air Canada lounge.

Catch you all Friday, some of you twice I hope. Have a great week!

- Lee