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- Great Western Minerals Group Ltd. (GWMGF) is a Canadian mineral exploration and development company focused on rare earth elements (REEs) and related minerals. The company engages in the exploration, development, and processing of REE deposits; production of REE oxides and concentrates; and supply of rare earth magnets and alloys for industrial applications including automotive, electronics, wind energy, and defense sectors. Its core offerings include rare earth oxide separation and purification services at its Steenkampskraal project in South Africa, high-purity REE products under the Less Common Metals brand in the UK, and mineral processing technologies such as hydrometallurgical and solvent extraction processes; the company also provides custom alloying and magnet manufacturing through its subsidiaries. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Great Western Minerals operates primarily in Canada, South Africa, and the United Kingdom, targeting manufacturers and technology firms in North America, Europe, and Asia. In recent developments within the last two years, the company has advanced feasibility studies and permitting for the Steenkampskraal REE mine restart amid rising global demand for REEs in electric vehicles and renewable energy; secured strategic off-take agreements with international buyers; and expanded processing capacity at its UK facilities following equipment upgrades.