Mining Association of Canada Letter to the London Metals Exchange
Letter to the London Metals’ Exchange from the Mining Association of Canada
Gratton says Canada should do more to seize mining opportunities
Canada has long been the dominant global mining nation – in mineral production, mining finance, mining services and supplies, and sustainability and safety, but Mining Association of Canada (MAC) president and CEO Pierre Gratton has warned that there are signs this position is slipping.
New Report on the State of Canada’s Mining Industry Highlights Opportunities to Lead as Supplier of Materials Essential to Low-Carbon Transition
OTTAWA – Today, the Mining Association of Canada (MAC) released its annual Facts & Figures report, a comprehensive overview of current trends, including updated statistics and analysis, in Canada’s mining sector. This year’s report highlights how the mining industry is responding to challenges stemming from the ongoing pandemic, including investment competitiveness, supply chain issues and labour […]
The Critical Minerals Opportunity
Why Canada is uniquely positioned to take a global leadership role in the clean energy transition.
Facts & Figures 2021
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) is the national organization of the Canadian mining industry. We represent companies involved in mineral exploration, mining, smelting, refining and semi-fabrication. Our member companies account for most of Canada’s output of metals and minerals. MAC’s functions include advocacy, stewardship and collaboration. Our goals are to promote the industry’s interests […]
Helping to advance a net-zero future
According to World Bank estimates, an up to 500 per cent increase in the production of multiple mineral and metal inputs is required to produce the clean technology essential for limiting rising global temperatures to two degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
Op-Ed: Canada must invest in critical minerals
To meet climate goals, the country not only needs to use battery materials, it should become a key world supplier.
Demand is suddenly soaring for electric vehicle batteries. Can Canada seize the moment?
“It’s still a question mark as to whether these economic opportunities will be realized,” said one expert.
Amid global tensions, North could reduce need for Chinese imports
Northern Ontario’s mining industry could be a major player in the goal of reducing reliance on China as North America moves towards a greener economy, but more support, and a long-term vision, from policy makers will be needed.
Mining association calling on Ottawa to provide greater support to industry
Mining stakeholders are hoping the new session of parliament in Ottawa will see policy that supports the industry while maintaining environmental responsibility.
