Canada sets a world standard for sustainable mining
A program that helps mining companies in Canada operate in the most socially, economically and environmentally responsible way at home is spreading internationally, through the practices of these companies abroad and the assistance of the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS).
HOW A MADE-IN-CANADA RESPONSIBLE MINING PROGRAM IS GOING GLOBAL
As we transition to a low carbon economy, one that requires mined minerals and metals to be fully realized, it is essential that there be measures in place to demonstrate responsible sourcing. Now more than ever, manufacturers and consumers are demanding that raw materials be mined responsibly and that mining companies be held accountable for […]
Canadian body cites Australia as model for mining investment
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has stressed Canada’s need for more mining investment, citing Australia as an example of a country that had seized opportunities in this area. Though Canada remained the world’s top destination for non-ferrous exploration spending in 2017, its international competitiveness has slipped in recent years.
The world’s most insatiable consumer digs deep into Canadian miners
After spending billions of dollars and two decades trying — and failing — to build a mine on the border of Chile and Argentina, Toronto-based Barrick Gold Corp. is reverting to a predictable strategy: it wants to partner with a Chinese company.
Cultivating responsible mining in Canada and abroad
The Mining Association of Canada’s ‘Towards Sustainable Mining’ standard, which requires members to annually assess their performance in several key areas, has now been adopted in four different countries – most recently the Philippines. Heidi Vella finds out how the initiative is helping raise standards at mines both in Canada and abroad.
A Canadian Era for Mining in the Philippines
The Philippines, a global mining hot spot marred by many disasters from toxic leaks to mudslides, will adopt Canada’s mining sustainability standards to improve engagement with civil society and enhance transparency and accountability.
TSM International Business Plan
The global expansion of TSM is creating opportunities for Canadian consultants, as they are able to market their professional services related to TSM to companies implementing TSM abroad. Specifically, Canadian industry experts and auditors are being commissioned by facilities outside of Canada to conduct external verification of their performance against the TSM protocols. Canadian engineering […]
Letter to Minister Freeland re: Ombudsperson
A letter to The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of International Trade, regarding the creation of an ombudsperson for Canadian businesses operating overseas.
Global Affairs Canada Consultation on the International Assistance Policy
MAC’s submission to Global Affairs Canada’s consultation on the International Assistance Policy, July 2016.
Letter to MP Dewar: Bill C-486 on Conflict Minerals
MAC recommendations for amendments to MP Paul Dewar’s Private Member’s Bill, Bill C-486, on conflict minerals from the Great Lakes Region of Africa.
