In September, Agnico-Eagle approved the development and construction of the La India mine project in Sonora, Mexico, with commercial production expected in the second half of 2014, with a mine life of eight years forecast.

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In the meantime, the company redeployed its project development team to Leach Pad 3 construction at Dolores mine, as well as an evaluation of potential expansion opportunities at the La Colorada and Dolores mines.

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