Canada leads a globally competitive and responsible mining sector at the cutting edge of technological innovation.
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, attended the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Annual Convention to promote Canada's mining expertise and leadership.
The Minister connected with representatives of the Mining Association of Canada and key industry leaders who help to position Canada as the top country in the world for sustainable mining-a country that is committed to a carbon-neutral future and responsible business conduct.
The Minister highlighted the $3.8-billion Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy, which is designed to position Canada as a supplier of choice for international investors. She also met with members of the Mining Association of Canada and discussed the Towards Sustainable Mining initiative, supported by the Trade Commissioner Service, which ensures responsible and sustainable operations around the world.
At the convention, Minister Ng met with Alberto Otárola, Prime Minister of Peru, and Alex Contreras, Minister of Economy and Finance of Peru. They discussed the long-standing positive trade relationship between Canada and Peru and explored new opportunities to collaborate on advancing inclusive trade.
