Executive Council
Natural Resources
June 8, 2015
Mining Industry Supports Long-Term Economic Development
Premier Speaks at Baie Verte Mining Conference
The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, was in Baie Verte on Friday night, June 5, to deliver the keynote address at the opening of the 28th annual mining conference hosted by the Baie Verte and Area Chamber of Commerce.
“For over 150 years, mines in the Baie Verte area have provided tremendous employment and economic benefits to the communities in which they operate. During my visit, I had the opportunity to tour Anaconda Mining and Rambler Metals and Mining and to meet with many people from the area. I discovered first-hand why the region has been successful as residents have worked together throughout the years and have faced challenges head-on. We thank the mining community for their work, and we recognize the importance of continued exploration to extend the life of the mining industry for many years to come.”
- The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador
The Honourable Derrick Dalley, Minister of Natural Resources, and Kevin Pollard, MHA for Baie-Verte - Springdale, accompanied Premier Davis to the mining conference.
“Each year, the mining and mineral exploration community in the Baie Verte area gets together to discuss their projects and to share ideas and best practices at the conference. This is my second opportunity to attend the conference opening and to visit some of the mines in the area. It is clear that the energy and resourcefulness of the people in the industry is contributing much to the Baie Verte Peninsula and to the rest of the province.”
- The Honourable Derrick Dalley, Minister of Natural Resources
A variety of mining companies are undertaking activities in the Baie Verte-Green Bay area, including Anaconda Mining and Rambler Metals and Mining, both of which are actively exploring projects to expand their resources and extend the life of their existing mining operations.
“I have had the pleasure of attending this annual conference for the past 13 years. The hard work and effort of all those involved with the planning is certainly appreciated. I extend congratulations to the host committee, the Town of Baie Verte and the Chamber of Commerce for hosting another successful event.”
- Kevin Pollard, MHA for Baie-Verte - Springdale
A total of 12 mineral commodities are produced or mined in Newfoundland and Labrador. Rambler Mines and Metals mines copper with associated gold and silver, and Anaconda mines gold. The mining industry is making a major contribution to the province’s economy with expected annual mineral shipments in 2015 of $3.6 billion.
QUICK FACTS
- The Honourable Paul Davis, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, was in Baie Verte on Friday night, June 5, to deliver the keynote address at the opening of the 28th annual mining conference hosted by the Baie Verte and Area Chamber of Commerce.
- A variety of mining companies are undertaking activities in the Baie Verte-Green Bay area, including Anaconda Mining and Rambler Metals and Mining, both of which are actively exploring projects to expand their resources and extend the life of their existing mining operations.
- A total of 12 mineral commodities are produced or mined in Newfoundland and Labrador. Rambler Mines and Metals mines copper with associated gold and silver, and Anaconda mines gold. The mining industry is making a major contribution to the province’s economy with expected annual mineral shipments in 2015 of $3.6 billion.
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Media contacts:
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Heather MacLean Director of Communications Office of the Premier 709-729-3581 heathermaclean@gov.nl.ca |
Donna Ivey Special Assistant, Communications Office of the Premier 709-729-3551, 699-2402 donnaivey@gov.nl.ca |
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Diana Quinton Director of Communications Department of Natural Resources 709-729-5282, 631-8155 dianaquinton@gov.nl.ca |
Patrick Jim Constituency Assistant to Kevin Pollard MHA for Baie Verte - Springdale 709-532-2243 patrick.jim@gov.nl.ca |
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