MINING

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New report highlights value chain gaps hindering Canada’s progress
The report focused on five key sectors, including artificial intelligence and critical minerals
Yukon more than halves mining decision timelines, issues twice as many decisions as in 2025
Oversight committee previously launched to improve coordination, decision-making
Mining in Canada: dealmaking momentum and the critical minerals push
Top lawyers on gold, copper, and supply chain security – and the first coordinated strategy for Canada's resource sector
Scarce assets and strategic minerals drive mining M&A
Lawyers say regulatory scrutiny and geopolitical risk are reshaping how deals get done
What does 'good' Indigenous consultation look like?
For lawyers who work with project development matters, complying with minimum standards is not enough

BIG DEALS

Scheme of arrangement builds a mine-to-metal rare-earth supply chain outside China
Combination unites San Luis, the Corani deposit, and the Mercedes mine in one company
Record streaming deal unlocks silver value while preserving BHP’s base-metals exposure
Deal broadens Champion’s high-purity iron ore portfolio and European reach

2026 LEADING LAWYERS IN MINING

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David S. Allman
Year called to bar: 1988
Vancouver, British Columbia
Edwards, Kenny & Bray LLP
Jay C. Kellerman
Year called to bar: 1988
Toronto, Ontario
Victor Gerchikov
Year called to bar: 2014
Vancouver, British Columbia
D'Arcy Nordick
Year called to bar: 2000
Toronto, Ontario
Kent D. Kufeldt
Year called to bar: 1989
Vancouver, British Columbia
Colin Cameron-Vendrig
Year called to bar: 2014
Toronto, Ontario

2026 LEADING LAW FIRMS IN MINING

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WeirFoulds LLP
FARRIS
Torys LLP
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)
Stikeman Elliott LLP