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Title:
CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF MINING, METALLURGY AND PETROLEUM
Agreement Number:
GC-129904S
Agreement Value:
$22,500.00
Agreement Date:
Dec 9, 2020 - Dec 21, 2022
Description:
The purpose of the porjects to promote mineral literacy and public awareness of mining through the delivery of an engaging digital game and associated learning materials; and, expose young Canadians to potential careers within the mining industry.
Organization:
Natural Resources Canada
Expected Results:

The proponent are knowledgeable about mining can participate fully in the mineral development cycle, contributing to socio-economic stability in communities and the overall competitiveness of industry. Successful mineral literacy initiatives will benefit Canadians and the evolving mining industry alike. According to the Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR), the mining industry must hire nearly 100,000 highly-skilled workers over the next ten years. An increased awareness about the diverse and highly-skilled careers available in mining will help staff the workforce of the future and drive more women, Indigenous Peoples and new Canadians to participate in natural resource development.

Location:
QUEBEC, Quebec, CA H3Z 3C1
Reference Number:
115-2020-2021-Q3-10080
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Other
Recipient's Legal Name:
CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF MINING, METALLURGY AND PETROLEUM
Program:
Outreach and Engagement
Program Purpose:

To encourage and accelerate innovation via the dissemination of information; to maintain a sustainable and responsible development of Canada's natural resources via participation into engagement activities; to share best practices at home and abroad on clean, sustainable, efficient technologies and practices related to natural resources; and, to assist in the protection of our natural resources from pests, fire and other hazards.