Separation Rapids lithium to be refined in Thunder Bay
Article content Following the striking of a recent business deal, lithium mined near Separation Rapids near Kenora is set to make its way to a brand-new production facility in Thunder Bay. Announced on March 31, the deal will see lithium mined by Avalon Advanced Minerals Inc., located about 70 kilometres north of Kenora – sent to Fort William First Nation land in Thunder Bay for refinement. While a production facility does not currently exist, construction of a plant built on the city’s waterfront is expected to begin by the end of the year. Also involved in the project is Rock Tech Lithi...