Building a solid foundation

Building and maintaining solid relationships with the communities affected by industrial projects is a necessary part of ensuring their successful completion. Demonstrating the importance of this initial step in the process, “First Contact” was chosen as the theme of this year’s Plenary Session. Moderator Rex Murphy will lead a panel of industry giants in a discussion on the need for early development of strong community relations and demonstrating social responsibility.

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To date, panellists include:

• Don Lindsay, President and CEO of Teck Resources Limited
• Anthony Kelly, Associate and Training Coordinate, Centre for Social Response
• Pablo De la Flor, Vice-President Corporate Affairs, Compañía Minera Antamina S.A.
• Ronald Thiessen, CEO and Director, Hunter Dickinson
• Jack R. Blacksmith, President, Cree Mineral Exploration Board