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, […]
The Philippines adopts Canada’s Towards Sustainable Mining® initiative
The Chamber of Mines of the Philippines (COMP) today announced that it will adopt the Towards Sustainable Mining® (TSM) initiative, a mining sustainability standard developed by the Mining Association of Canada (MAC). This is the first time that TSM has been adopted by a mining association in Southeast Asia. COMP is the fourth national mining […]
MAC releases its 2017 TSM Progress Report
Details sustainability performance; celebrates outstanding achievements The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has released its 13th annual TSM Progress Report. The 2017 report takes a detailed look at MAC members’ performance in key environmental and social areas under the Towards Sustainable Mining® (TSM) program. The report includes 2016 performance results for 65 facilities belonging to […]
MAC releases strengthened tailings management guide
Raises bar for the safe operation, management and closure of tailings facilities The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) has released a revised edition of its internationally-recognized A Guide to the Management of Tailings Facilities. The third edition includes significant updates, which were informed by recommendations from leading experts in the field. For more than two […]
MAC adds new actions to address climate change
MAC and its members adopt recommendations from advisory body To further enhance its climate change efforts, the Mining Association of Canada (MAC) and its members have committed to undertake more than a dozen additional actions to help in the fight against climate change. These actions are based on recommendations from the association’s Community of Interest […]
Taking action to prevent child and forced labour in the mining supply chain
The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) today announced the addition of two new components to its Towards Sustainable Mining® (TSM) initiative to contribute to global efforts in preventing the use of child and forced labour in the mining supply chain, and to provide the information needed to demonstrate the responsible sourcing of minerals and metals. […]
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 […]
Trade and Transportation Corridors Initiative Good News for Canada’s North
MAC applauds the launch of the Trade and Transportation Corridors Initiative (TTCI), the most recent component of the federal government’s nation-building infrastructure plan. “The federal government has made a significant commitment to Northern Canada through the Trade and Transportation Corridors Initiative,” stated Pierre Gratton, President and CEO, MAC. “Such strategic leadership by Minister Garneau should […]
Mining Association of Canada announces new Chair
MAC’s Board of Directors elect Anne Marie Toutant of Suncor Energy as Chair The Mining Association of Canada (MAC) is pleased to announce that Anne Marie Toutant, Vice President, Fort Hills Operations, Suncor Energy Inc., has been elected Chair of MAC for the next two-year term. “We’re incredibly lucky to have Anne Marie at the […]
