On permitting, Meleger said Skeena is the first company in Canadian history to have an Indigenous government authorize permits together with the Province of British Columbia through a “landmark Section 7 agreement.” She added the project was placed on B.C.’s fast-track list in 2025, which she said contributed to multiple approvals being received close together in February 2026.Meleger emphasized that a combination of high grades and low power costs supports the project’s targeted cost position. She pointed ...

Core Viewpoint - Magna Mining Inc. has provided its 2026 guidance for the McCreedy West Mine, highlighting production and cost estimates while also discussing ongoing projects and potential opportunities for increased production and profitability [1][3]. Production and Cost Guidance - The operational guidance for the McCreedy West Mine includes ore sales of 355,000 to 375,000 short tons from the 700 Copper Zone, with a copper equivalent grade of 3.2% to 3.5% [4]. - Payable copper equivalent production is estimated to be between 16.0 million and 18.0 million pounds [4]. - Cash costs, excluding stream payments, are projected at $3.40 to $3.80 per pound of copper equivalent, while all-in sustaining costs (AISC) are expected to be between $4.20 and $4.70 per pound [4]. Mining Projects Updates - The company is advancing the Levack and Crean Hill projects towards restart decisions, with a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) for Levack expected to be completed in Q3 2026 [6][8]. - A ramp is being developed at Levack to enhance access and support production, with hoisting capabilities anticipated to be re-established in the second half of 2026 [7]. - The PFS for Crean Hill is also underway, with dewatering expected to commence in Q2 2026 [8]. Mineral Reserves and Optimization - The inaugural Mineral Reserves report for McCreedy West is nearing completion, with ongoing mine plan optimization and stope sequencing [3]. - The potential to restart mining in the Intermain Nickel Zone is being evaluated, with nickel ore shipping possible within months of a restart decision [3].