Sylvain Lehoux
Jim Carter
Ricky Bouthillette
John Mullally
Pierre Gratton
Pierre Gratton was appointed President and CEO of the Mining Association of Canada (MAC) on June 1, 2011. Based in Ottawa, MAC is the national organization for the Canadian mining industry. Its members are engaged in mineral exploration, mining, smelting, refining and semi-fabrication. Prior to his appointment to MAC, Pierre was President and CEO of […]
Ben Chalmers
Since joining MAC in 2011, Ben has been responsible for the Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) initiative, the made-in-Canada award-winning program focused on enabling mining companies to meet society’s needs for minerals, metals and energy products in the most socially, economically and environmentally responsible way. Over the last few years, Ben has played an important role […]
Paul Hébert
Paul is responsible for corporate communications, issues management, media relations, social media, website management, publications, and annual advertising campaigns. Paul works with MAC’s policy experts, members, stakeholders and partners to develop and implement communications plans, strategies and activities to support the entire breadth of the MAC’s objectives. Paul’s 25+ year career has included senior leadership […]
Geoff Smith
Engaging with Parliamentarians and federal officials on mining sector issues is a key function MAC undertakes on behalf of its members. As Vice President, Government Relations, Geoff is responsible for identifying opportunities and developing strategies to advance MAC priorities in Ottawa. Having spent eight years as the Director of Government Relations for the Canadian Electricity […]
Photinie Koutsavlis
Photinie works to advance the mining industry’s understanding of key economic issues, including taxation, international trade and investment, infrastructure and innovation. She is also responsible for guiding MAC and its members in supporting an orderly transition toward a lower carbon future, and to being constructive partners in the fight against climate change. Photinie previously served […]
Tara Shea
Tara works with MAC members in addressing and understanding the federal regulatory and legislative environment that Canadian mining companies adhere to. In her role, she monitors emerging regulatory issues and participates in policy development for a wide range of federal acts and regulations including the Impact Assessment Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, Species at Risk […]
