The whole area would likely become a takeover target. Think of the resource base, the combined synergies from being in the Shaw dome and the mining infrastructure already in place. Combine that with the need to feed the possible future demand scenarios?

There is one heck of a lot of potential here in the area. IMHO

As you say the many companies simply have to plow forward and do the drilling for the big guys who are likely watching the juniors go through the motions on their own dime.

Low hanging fruit and or simply future reserves.