Cobalt was once a booming town built on the silver mining industry. Just as the silver ran out, the town was ravaged by a fire in 1977, leaving it a shell of its former self. Now, #Cobalt is poised for a renaissance thanks to its namesake, cobalt.

“Cobalt has been devastated a few times, but I’m sure you’re talking about the 1977 fires” Helen Culhane, Cobalt, Ontario

“There were kids that were mischievious, and I would have to say there were times that I was into a bit of mischief.” – Tina Sartoretto, Cobalt, ON

“As soon as we see the headframe of the old Right Away mine… my daughters make everything stop in the car and we sing the Cobalt song. ” – Charlie Angus, Cobalt, ON

“In twenty-five years we were robbed once at gun point.” – Mike Brooks, Cobalt, ON