Question Period Note: Incident at the Perkoa mine (Burkina Faso) - Canadian mining company Trevali

Eight miners remain trapped in the Perkoa mine in Burkina Faso, after more than three weeks of seach efforts.

• The government is aware of the situation in Burkina Faso and following it closely.
• Our thoughts and well wishes are with the family, colleagues, and communities of the missing employees.

• Our Embassy in Ouagadougou is in contact with local authorities and the management of the Canadian mine, which is responsible for the rescue operation.
• The Government of Canada expects Canadian companies operating abroad to abide by all relevant laws, to respect human rights in their operations, and to adopt best practices and internationally respected guidelines on responsible business conduct.

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