The things you said may only lead to a backin, not a buyout

Well if Teck backs in they'll want to start the season and if Teck is considering buying us out, the season doesn't matter....

They could also be looking for a partner.. Sumitoimo is perfect.

''Sumitomo Metal, the second-biggest copper smelter in Japan, will seek partnerships with target="_blank">Vale SA, and Teck Resources Ltd. for access to new copper projects, Kemori said.''