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
2023 Recipient: Lynda Smithard
Lynda Smithard of McCue Engineering Contractors is the 2023 AME Robert R. Hedley Award recipient for Excellence in Social and Environmental Responsibility, sponsored by ERM. Lynda demonstrates leadership in water and wastewater treatment for her commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in the mining industry and for being a strong voice in support of ethical mining.
Past Recipients
- 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