Association for Mineral Exploration begins campaign
By Derek Winkler
Vancouver-based advocacy group the Association for Mineral Exploration has begun a promotion called “Minerals for Tomorrow” intended to highlight the role of mineral exploration in Canada’s economy. According to the group, the effort also focuses on defence, energy production, technological competitiveness and sovereignty. The campaign includes a website at <http://www.amebc.ca/mineralsfortomorrow>, educational resources, personal stories and other information describing the benefits of Canadian mineral exploration.
“The technologies and infrastructure we rely on every day, from clean energy and healthcare to housing and national defence, all begin with mineral exploration,” said association president and CEO Todd Stone. “Without exploration there are no future mines, and without future mines Canada becomes more dependent, more expensive and more vulnerable. ‘Minerals for Tomorrow’ is about making sure Canadians understand what's at stake, and why supporting responsible exploration now is essential to the future we want to build.”