Facts and Figures 2017
MAC’s annual flagship publication detailing the latest trends in the Canadian mining industry.
Federal Budget 2018 falls short on enhancing business competitiveness
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) expresses disappointment that Budget 2018 contains few measures to enhance the competitiveness of Canadian business. “Global competition for new mining investment has never been more intense,” stated Pierre Gratton, President and CEO, MAC. “With optimism returning to the global mining sector, Canada stands to gain by attracting new investments […]
Mining sector welcomes progress on Trans-Pacific Partnership
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) welcomes today’s announcement that Canada and members of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) have agreed on the terms of this important trade agreement. “Canada is a trading nation, our economy fundamentally buttressed by access to global markets. We strongly support Canada’s participation in the CPTPP, […]
Canadian Mining in a Changing World
Speech by Pierre Gratton to the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade on September 27, 2017.
Global mining on the rebound: Will Canada cash in?
Speech delivered by Pierre Gratton at the Labrador MINEx conference in Labrador West on September 12, 2017.
New infrastructure funding vital to Yukon’s sustainable economic development
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) applauds the Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon for announcing significant investments in critical infrastructure that will greatly assist the territory in seizing growth opportunities in the mining industry. On September 2nd, the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, and the Yukon Premier Sandy Silver […]
Foundational policies can lead to bright future for Canada’s mineral and mining industry
Industry highlights top priorities at Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference As Canada’s Energy and Mines Ministers convene for their 74th annual conference, a national coalition of mining associations is recommending several government actions to help unlock billions of economic activity across the country, address climate change, bolster reconciliation efforts with Indigenous peoples, and secure Canada […]
MAC welcomes several Budget 2017 measures
Urges swifter action to improve Canada’s investment climate The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) welcomes Budget 2017’s planned investments in key areas such as infrastructure and innovation, but encourages the federal government to act quickly on these items to improve Canada’s investment climate. This is especially important given that Canada has experienced nine consecutive quarters […]
A return to optimism in mining puts Canada at a crossroads
Action needed for Canada to capitalize on potential rebound Cautious optimism is returning to the global mining industry, which could spur mining companies to make new and significant investments. However, a new report from the Mining Association of Canada (MAC) shows evidence of declining Canadian competitiveness and the prospect for major exploration and mining investments […]
Government’s bold infrastructure plan sets Canada on right direction
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) applauds the federal government’s nation-building infrastructure plan, including the creation of a new Canada Infrastructure Bank, announced today in the Fall Economic Statement. “The Government of Canada’s visionary infrastructure plan is going to set Canada on a path of long-term, sustainable growth. The government’s bold actions on infrastructure will […]
