VANCOUVER (January 28, 2015) — Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) David Ramsay announced that a new Northwest Territories’ Mining Industry Advisory Board (MIAB) is being established to help to ensure that the territory is an attractive place to invest in mineral exploration and discover new mines. The announcement was made at the AME BC Mineral Exploration Roundup in Vancouver.

“The Mining Industry Advisory Board will be a great addition to help to develop a robust mineral industry in the NWT,” said Minister Ramsay. “The volunteer board will provide advice to government to ensure mining regulation is in place that encourages economic growth while maintaining high regulatory, environmental and social standards.”

The Board, which will consist of five to seven members, will be appointed by the Minister of ITI. The board members will have direct experience in the NWT minerals industry.

Establishing the Mining Industry Advisory Board was a recommendation of the Mineral Development Strategy (MDS), which was released in 2013. The MDS was a key priority of the 17th Legislative Assembly, and will strengthen the economy and help to provide all communities and regions with opportunities.

Media inquiries:

Leslie Campbell
Senior Communications Officer
Industry, Tourism and Investment
Tel: (867) 920-3343
Email: leslie_campbell@gov.nt.ca