SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE WITH RESPECT TO CASH FLOWS (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($)
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2021
Dec. 31, 2020
Dec. 31, 2019
Supplemental Cash Flow Elements [Abstract]      
Cash paid during the period for Income taxes $ 288,192 $ 94,992 $ 0
Accrued for income tax payments related to activities in Ghana $ 800,000 $ 200,000