About

Who We Are
The Casino Project is being developed with the Yukon at its centre, shaped by local leadership, strong partnerships, and a long-term commitment to responsible development.
From environmental stewardship to meaningful community engagement, our work reflects the values and priorities of Yukoners.
Casino Mining Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Copper and Gold Corporation and holds 100% ownership of the Casino Property. The Project is currently undergoing a YESAB Panel Review — Yukon’s highest environmental and socio-economic assessment level.

We are committed to:
Prioritizing Yukoners' health, safety, and well-being
Protecting cultural values and the environment for future generations
Listening to the needs and priorities of local governments, residents, and businesses
Ensuring the Project aligns with local, national, and global best practices in responsible mining
The Casino Team
The Casino Project is led by an experienced management team with deep local expertise:

Andrew Menezes

Calista Morrison

Chelsea Hamilton

Jeff Eng

John Miller

Leneath Yanson

Mike Psihogios

Sandeep Singh

Sarah Zander

Shena Shaw

Yuliia Novosad
Partners + Collaborators
Casino Mining works closely with:
- Yukon First Nations governments and citizens
- Local communities, businesses, and residents
- Yukon Government and Government of Canada
- Environmental, engineering, and scientific experts
- Independent technical review panels and advisors
- The Mining Association of Canada

About Casino Mining Corporation
Since acquiring the property in 2006, Casino Mining has advanced the Project through detailed technical evaluations, environmental studies, and extensive community engagement to prepare the Project for regulatory review, construction, and long-term operation.
Casino Mining Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Copper and Gold Corporation.
The proposed Casino Project is located in Yukon’s Dawson Range, approximately 300 km northwest of Whitehorse.
The deposit contains copper, gold, molybdenum, and silver — critical minerals essential to Canada’s low-carbon future.