Aboriginal peoples are a key resource for mining and mining is a key industry for Aboriginal communities, many of which are located close to mining operations. In fact, approximately 1,200 Aboriginal communities are located within 200 kilometres of operating mines and exploration properties across Canada. 

Through the Aboriginal Engagement Initiatives project, MiHR is addressing the following issues:

• Making information about mining career possibilities, skills requirements, and training resources available to students, educators, and civic leaders in Aboriginal communities.
• Assisting mining organizations in their efforts to make their workplaces more inclusive of Aboriginal peoples.

Partners

Programs designed to help Aboriginal peoples find rewarding careers in mining are made possible through collaboration with our partners. We gratefully acknowledge the contributions of representatives from our partners:

• Assembly of First Nations
• Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami
• Métis National Council
• Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
• Aboriginal Human Resources Canada
• Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada
• The Mining Association of Canada
• Human Resources & Social Development Canada
• Natural Resources Canada 

Human Resources Tools 

MiHR offers a number of tools that are relevant to employers, potential workers, and civic leaders in Aboriginal communities.

• Mining Industry Human Resources Guide for Aboriginal Communities  (PDF 1.3mb)
  This initiative is designed to provide training resource and career opportunity information aimed at attracting Aboriginal men and women to seek rewarding careers in Canada's mining industry. An overview of this initiative is available.
  Guide for Aboriginal Groups. The completed guide is scheduled to be officially launched in May 2009 and will be posted on this website.
  
• Explore for More
  The new Explore for More website offers a wealth of information geared to promoting careers in mining.
  
• Canadian Mining Credentials Program
  This program is designed to establish the skills and training requirements for mining occupations across Canada through the development of national occupational standards and a worker certification system.

Back to Homepage