 | Aboriginal & Community Engagement Responsible exploration is possible only through building and sustaining strong, open, and long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual understanding. AME BC works closely with communities and First Nations to cultivate positive relationships that are integral for successful resource development. Read more+ |
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 | Corporate Social Responsibility Mineral exploration companies and their overseas operations are much in the news these days. Our record of social responsibility and respect for human rights, in the quest for mine development, is being questioned and challenged on many fronts. Read more+ |
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 | Taxation and Economic Incentives Mineral exploration is a financially high risk venture that knows no geographic boundaries. Exploration and mining take place in all geographies, countries and climates. An effective and progressive taxation regime is a critical component to encouraging mineral exploration that may lead to successful mine development. Read more+ |
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 | Geoscience British Columbia is a world leader in geological data and geosciences. A recent study ranked British Columbia’s geological database quality as among the top in the world. But with challenging geology and climate the inventory of the province’s mineral potential needs constant attention. Read more+ |
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 | Health and Safety Health and safety are at the forefront of our activities. AME BC has embarked on many initiatives to promote and build a culture of health and safety leadership among members and within the mineral exploration and mining sector. Read more+ |
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 | Infrastructure Investment in essential infrastructure such as roads, hydro, rail, and ports, is vital to the sustainability of the mineral exploration and mining industry in BC. Read more+ |
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 | Land Access and Use
AME BC works with governments, communities, and stakeholders to maintain access to land for mineral exploration. Minerals are a hidden resource. Our association believes that the hidden value of minerals should be properly evaluated and considered as part of any discussion about land access and use.
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 | Permitting & Environmental Assessment
British Columbia has a stringent environmental assessment process in place. The regulations and policies here are some of the most rigorous in the world. This process ensures that mineral exploration and mining projects benefit local communities and provide economic benefits for all British Columbia. Read more+ |
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