For Excellence in Social and Environmental Responsibility
Sponsored by ERM
Awarded to those who have made significant contributions or advances in the realm of social or environmental responsibility, including contributions that increase equity, diversity and inclusion.
The Award is open to individuals or companies engaged in any aspect of mineral exploration and/or development, who have been nominated by an AME member or member of an associated exploration and/or mining association.
When being considered for the AME Robert R. Hedley Award, nominees will be assessed on their role in projects that demonstrate strong evidence of:
- A significant contribution and/or advancement in social and environmental responsibility, including contributions that increase equity, diversity and inclusion.
- The impact of their contributions and advances on the larger mineral exploration and development industry.
- Alignment with AME’s Purpose, Mission, Guiding Principles and Core Values.
2024 Recipient: Tahltan Nation Development Corporation
Tahltan Nation Development Corporation is the 2024 AME Robert R. Hedley Award recipient for Excellence in Social and Environmental Responsibility, sponsored by ERM, and is being recognized for its holistic approach to developing a three-year Heavy Equipment Operator program.
Past Recipients
- Lynda Smithard
- Clement (Clem) Pelletier
- Silvana Costa
- Aboriginal Mentoring & Training Association
- Matt Andrews
- Anne Ball
- Britannia Mine Museum
- Doug Brown
- Robert L. Carpenter
- Jim Cooney
- Susan Craig
- Judi L’Orsa
- Justin Himmelright
- Patrick McAndless
- Harvey McLeod
- Elizabeth Miller
- Monica Moretto
- Brent Murphy
- Teck Resources Limited
- Ian Thomson
- Rick Van Nieuwenhuyse
- Chief John French
- Chief Donny Van Somer
- Dennis Izony
- Chris Rockingham