csr seminar, corporate social responsibility, december 9 th 2008, santiago, chile
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Multi-stakeholder dialogue and community capacity building: leading practices and tools Nathalie Ross, Minerals and Metals Sector, Natural Resources Canada. CSR Seminar, Corporate Social Responsibility, December 9 th 2008, Santiago, Chile. Canada’s Minerals and Metals Industry …. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Canada’s Natural Resources – Now and for the Future 1
Multi-stakeholder dialogue and community capacity building: leading practices and tools
Nathalie Ross, Minerals and Metals Sector, Natural Resources Canada
CSR Seminar, Corporate Social Responsibility, December 9th 2008, Santiago, Chile
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185 mining reliant communities Socio-economic
development and job creation Major employer
363,000 Canadians in all stages across Canada
Canada’s Minerals and MetalsIndustry…
…is a major contributor to the economy…
Employment, training and transferable skills Direct and indirect economic and business opportunities Improvements in community infrastructure and social fabric
…and also benefits Aboriginal communities in Canada
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Mining practices in Canada and Aboriginal participation
Environmental practices Companies must meet all environmental
standards and laws Mining industry adopted voluntary guidelines
and protocols for responsible development
Aboriginal engagement Consultation and project review allow
Aboriginal people to express concerns, give input and develop shared solutions.
Early dialogue is the best way to successful partnership
Traditional knowledge can help with informed decisions on environmental protection
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Aboriginal involvement in decision-making related to
mining projects The situation has advanced in the last decade Today, Aboriginal are engaged in the mining sector through:
Legal Duty to consult and accommodate should Aboriginal and Treaty rights be impacted
Consultation guidelines/protocols in many provinces/territories
Voluntary Aboriginal policies and codes of conduct adopted by companies (“good business practices”)
Tools developed by industry associations to assist companies
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Partnership agreements are key to increasing Aboriginal participation in the mining sector …
Exploration Phase: Exploration agreements/MOUs are on the
rise Provide framework for Aboriginal
participation (employment, training and business opportunities)
Production Phase: Impact and Benefits Agreements are
common practice A way to strengthen relationships and
partnerships A flexible tool for managing impacts and
maximizing benefits More than 40 IBAs signed
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Aboriginal Participation in Mining - Agreements
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Why are IBAs negotiated?Good practice by the mining industry
on a voluntary basis (Corporate Social Responsibility)
Can improve project investment climate
Required in a few instances (Settled Land Claims Agreements)
Aboriginal Participation in Mining – Agreements (e.g. IBAs)
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Economic and business opportunities Priority contracts to local businesses, assistance in
developing local businesses)
Employment and training Social, cultural and community support Financial provisions Environmental protection
Post-closure wellness strategy Heritage protection Dispute resolution
What are the main provisions included in IBAs:
Aboriginal Participation in Mining – Impacts & Benefits Agreements
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Diavik Diamond Mines Inc./ Diamonds (Northwest Territories) Goods/services purchased from
Aboriginal companies
- +$1 billion spending with
Aboriginal businesses Scholarships ($1.2 M since 2001) Aboriginal employment strategy 40% Aboriginal Workforce
Aboriginal Participation in Mining – Impacts & Benefits Agreements
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Raglan Mine, Xstrata/ Nickel-copper Profit sharing Goods and services purchased
from local Aboriginal suppliers Target Inuit workforce Inuit Training Plan - (to employ Inuit
at all skills levels) Education Fund Traditional Inuit knowledge used
in setting shipping season
(www.xstrata.com)
Aboriginal Participation in Mining – Impacts & Benefits Agreements
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Cooperation between the mining industry and Aboriginal communities
In March 2008, the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada has signed a historical agreement (MoU) with the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) that: Complements the growing relationships between First Nations
and Canada’s major mining companies Lays the foundation for cooperation between the two
organizations
The Mining Association of Canada has also entered into a dialogue for the development of a MOU with the AFN on a new partnership related to sustainable development
In resource development, First nations and the mining community are natural partners…
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Mining industry (associations) Aboriginal communities and organizations Other federal departments (e.g. DFAIT) Provincial/territorial governments
Natural Resources Canada/Minerals and Metals –
Mandate, PartnersNRCan/MMS …
Encourages dialogue and partnerships between the mining industry, Aboriginal groups and governments
Promotes capacity-building and economic and business development Supports environmentally and socially responsible mineral development Generates information products and tools for sound decision-making
…working in collaboration with various partners
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Mining Video: Our Community…Our Future: Mining and Aboriginal Communities
Information Bulletins on Mining and Aboriginal Peoples
Check List for Mineral Companies
Map of Agreements Mining Information Kit for
Aboriginal Communities
Natural Resources Canada/Minerals and Metals Sector –Information and Tools
Help build community understanding of mining through dissemination of information/tools such as:
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Natural Resources Canada/Minerals and Metals Sector – Initiatives and Tools
“Mining Information Kit for Aboriginal Communities” Four modules: Mineral Exploration, Mine
Development, Mine Operation, Mine Closure Content:
- Description of activities
- Opportunities to get involved
- Acts and regulations
- Environmental and social impacts
- Employment and business opportunities
- Community experiences
(www.nrcan.gc.ca/mms/abor-auto/mine-kit_e.htm)
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Natural Resources Canada/Minerals and Metals Sector – Activities and Tools
Peru
Mexico
Mali, DRC
Norway
Philippines
Australia
New Caledonia
Ecuador
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Natural Resources Canada/Minerals and Metals Sector – Activities and Tools
Exploracion mineraDesarrollo de minasOperacion mineraCierre de minas
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Natural Resources Canada/Minerals and Metals Sector – Activities and Tools
Five leaflets targeting local communities
Communication tool to promote a better understanding
Provide balanced information to enhance dialogue between communities and companies
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Philippines Capacity-building workshops for
the National Commission for Indigenous Peoples andlocal Indigenous cultural communities
Other countries Presentations on Aboriginal community
engagement in the Canadian mining sector
Natural Resources Canada/Minerals and Metals Sector – Activities and Tools
Contributing to capacity building in Canada and other countries…
…and helping Indigenous communities make informed decisions
Representatives of the National Commission for Indigenous peoples (NCIP). Photo: NCIP
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Mining can make a significant contribution to the prosperity of Aboriginal communities in Canada and elsewhere
Early engagement can lead to greater community support and a positive investment climate
Agreements provide a basis for mutually beneficial, long-term relationships
Building community understanding and capacity through sharing of information and tools.
Canadian approach can be exported but needs to be adapted to specific context (political, economical, social…)
Thoughts To Take Away…
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For more information:
Visit our Website: Natural Resources Canada/
Minerals and Metals Sector: (www.nrcan.gc.ca/mms)
Or send an email to: [email protected]
Thank you!