Community Engagement

MOUNT MILLIGAN

A key consideration in the planning for the mine is ensuring that Mount Milligan is a valued partner in the communities in which we operate and in which our employees, contractors and suppliers live. The practice of working with our partners is one avenue Centerra Gold uses to demonstrate our commitment to community enhancement. It is also a way for the company to play a constructive role in supporting the efforts of individuals and organizations committed to building a strong, sustainable region. This philosophy complements and extends the larger contribution to sustainability made by the company’s successful business activities.

COMMUNITY

The Mount Milligan project team is working together with communities, First Nations and stakeholders to create sustainable economic, social and environmental benefits during and beyond the life of the mine. Our goal is to support and leverage the development of local communities’ capacity for a better future, and ensure our shareholders and general public remain informed and confident of our business practices.

The practice of working with our partners to invest in local organizations and institutions is one avenue Centerra Gold uses to demonstrate its commitment to community enhancement. It is also a way for the company to play a constructive role in supporting the efforts of individuals and organizations committed to building a better society. This philosophy complements and extends the far larger contribution to community sustainability made through the company’s successful business activities. Download our community investment guidelines and application form here.

We are committed to building durable relationships with local First Nations and with local communities to help them plan and develop policies, programs and projects that will contribute to their long-term social, economic and environmental sustainability.

COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE

Established in May 2008, the Mount Milligan Community Sustainability Committee (CSC) is an advisory group composed of representatives of area municipalities, regional districts, First Nations, educational institutions and economic development organizations. We chose the name of this committee to emphasize its role in advising on sustainability performance. The CSC is a vehicle for sharing information about the project with key opinion leaders, who in turn share this information with their constituencies. The Committee also serves as a forum for communities of interest to raise questions and concerns for the consideration of the mine management.

The CSC meets quarterly. Minutes of the recent meetings are posted below.