Yukon Mining at a Crossroads
From The YUKON Magazine · 37:05
Show by Nordwind
With gold prices soaring, global demand for critical minerals growing, and geopolitics reshaping how countries secure their resources, the Yukon finds itself at an interesting crossroads.Jonas Smith, Executive Director of the Yukon Chamber of Mines, joins us to explore the state of the industry, its economic importance, lessons from the past, and the opportunities and challenges ahead.From environmental responsibility and Indigenous partnerships to political pressures and global markets, we explore some fundamental questions: Who stands to benefit? Who carries the risks? And what role could mining play in shaping the Yukon's future?CREDITSHosted and produced by Tammo WalterEdited and mixed by Mark KoepkeIntro/outro music and stings by Major FunkYOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE:The coolest hair on earthIs ice fishing actually fun?Off-grid luxeFur-baby fosteringSend us Fan MailCONNECT WITH USSend a text or voicemail Website: theyukonmagazine.comInstagram: @the.yukon.magazineFacebook: @TheYukonMagazineLinkedIn: @theyukonmagazineEmail: [email protected] TO THE MAGAZINESubscribe for yourself or as a gift for that special person who needs a little more Yukon in their life. Four issues every year, delivered right to your door.
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