AME Office Communicable Disease Plan

July 28, 2021

Version 1.1.1 – Effective July 28, 2021 This Communicable Disease Plan has been developed in accordance with WorkSafeBC’s  OHS Guideline G-P2-21 Communicable disease pr… Read More

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New Order for Industrial Camps

July 8, 2021

Updated July 8, 2021 The Provincial Health Office has issued a new order for Industrial Camps that removes the need for annual inspections and several restrictions. The new order… Read More

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PHO: Resources Sector Worksites and Industrial Camps

January 13, 2021

UPDATE | JANUARY 12, 2021 A new order called Resource Sector Worksites and Industrial Camps in the Region of the Northern Health Authority overrides the existing Industrial Camp… Read More

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Workplace Safety Update: Health Check Confirmations Required

January 7, 2021

On December 16, 2020, BC Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry published an order requiring daily health checks and confirmation of these for any employees working outside… Read More

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COVID-19 Workplace Guides

August 10, 2020

AME members are welcome to adapt the following resources for your own use in the field or office. General guidelines AME/SGDS Hive COVID-19 Exploration Fieldwork Safety Guideli… Read More

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COVID-19 Workplace Safety Plan Requirement and Guidance

August 7, 2020

UPDATE, AUGUST 7, 2020 | The Order of the Provincial Health Officer for industrial camps was revised July 2, 2020 and is linked to the Notice to Mining and Mineral Exploration Emplo… Read More

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Update | AME Recommendations to Governments to Support Mineral Exploration as a Result of COVID-19

July 14, 2020

See the Current Status of AME’s Recommendations to Governments. The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in exploration projects being postponed due to a combination of healt… Read More

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Government Supports Jobs and Safe Operations of Junior Mining Exploration

July 13, 2020

News release July 10, 2020 – Ottawa, Ontario – Department of Finance Canada The Government of Canada is taking immediate, significant and decisive action through C… Read More

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A Message to AME Members

June 9, 2020

Dear AME Members, As summer gets underway, we want to take this opportunity to acknowledge how difficult this time has been for many of you, both personally and professionally. Th… Read More

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BC Template for building COVID-19 Protocol

June 5, 2020

The government has provided a template to help companies guide and develop the required COVID-19 protocols for those who are operating camps this summer. This document is intend… Read More

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Extension of Notice of Work Permits

June 4, 2020

We are pleased to announce that the Government of British Columbia is moving forward on one of AME’s key recommendations related to the COVID-19 outbreak – that is the extension of… Read More

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A Video Update from Kendra Johnston

May 21, 2020

Kendra Johnston, AME President & CEO checks in with members and discusses the guidance for small camps and the workshops and sessions coming up.… Read More

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A Video Update from Kendra Johnston

May 7, 2020

AME provides members with the latest AME and industry update on May 7, 2020 focussing on BC Mining Month and Mental Health Week.… Read More

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Mental Health Resources

May 2, 2020

As we continue to face the challenges of COVID-19, it’s as important as ever we take care of our mental health. Whether at home or working, we urge you to keep in touch with loved ones a… Read More

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Indigenous Consulting During the COVID-19 Emergency

April 24, 2020

Useful Links and information on the BC Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Indigenous consultation bulletin outlining interim guidelines for those re… Read More

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Government Update: Companies, societies, co-operatives now able to meet electronically

April 23, 2020

Repost from BC Government — To support B.C. companies, societies and co-operatives through the COVID-19 pandemic, electronic meetings will be allowed during the Provin… Read More

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A Video Update from Kendra Johnston

April 23, 2020

Kendra Johnston, AME President & CEO provides another check in with members with a focus on National Volunteer Week. Please see the full email update.… Read More

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Ministry of Energy Mines and Petroleum Resources – COVID 19 updates for Explorers

April 22, 2020

Update from the Ministry The Ministry of Energy Mines and Petroleum Resources is engaging with Indigenous Nations to explore the potential extension of NOW expiry dates for auth… Read More

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Post-Secondary Student and Youth – Government Support

April 22, 2020

NEW: Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB) would provide eligible students and new graduates who do not qualify for CERB $1250/month or $1750/month to those with depen… Read More

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Weekly Video Update from Kendra Johnston

April 16, 2020

Every week, AME’s President and CEO, Kendra Johnston provides our members with a video update from her back yard. See the video below. You can also view the full email.… Read More

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Emergency Financial Support for Students

April 15, 2020

On April 2, the BC government announced that students attending British Columbia’s 25 public post-secondary institutions, who are experiencing emergency financial pressure… Read More

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COVID-19 – B.C. Provincial Government Support Programs

April 14, 2020

Summary of Provincial Benefits and Video Interview: Rob Stevens, Vice President of Regulatory and Technical Policy at AME interviewed Preston Parsons, Lawyer at Overholt Law o… Read More

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COVID-19: Federal Government Support Programs

April 14, 2020

Government of Canada The Government of Canada’s COVID-19 website features Canada’s Economic Response Plan, including a Support to Businesses section outlining measures such… Read More

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Weekly Video Update from Kendra Johnston

April 9, 2020

AME President and CEO, Kendra Johnston gives us her weekly news update from her back yard for our members. View the video below. View the full email.… Read More

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Member Feedback Request: Temporary Expansion of Flow-through funds

April 7, 2020

AME is advocating for a number of measures that the government can take to support the mineral exploration sector as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. One of these is to temporaril… Read More

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5 Tips for Engaging First Nations During the COVID-19 Pandemic

April 7, 2020

By Sam Adkins, Partner at Blake, Cassels and Graydon LLP and Robin Sidsworth, Corporate Counsel at Teck Resources. The Provincial government in British Columbia has deemed mine… Read More

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Province by Province Overview – An Analysis from PearTree

April 7, 2020

An interesting read and analysis. The mineral industry is facing varying governmental orders from Canadian provinces and territories, with regards to their operations and act… Read More

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A Video Update from Kendra Johnston

April 2, 2020

Kendra Johnston, AME President & CEO provides an update of what we at AME are doing to help support the minex community during this time. Keep updated through this COVID-19 I… Read More

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Call to Action – Essential Supplies Needed

March 31, 2020

Dear AME Members, Governments and communities across the province need your help to combat COVID-19. Essential supplies and personnel are needed to create and operate te… Read More

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Time Extension Order on Claims, Licences and Leases

March 30, 2020

Repost from the BC Government website. — As the Ministry continues to respond and adapt to the directions and orders issued in response to COVID-19, the Chief Gold Commissi… Read More

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BCSC Offers Temporary Reporting Exemption to B.C. Businesses

March 30, 2020

The British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) is granting businesses operating in B.C. a time extension on reporting audited financial statements, exemptions and quarte… Read More

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Order of the Chief Gold Commissioner – Mineral Tenure Act

March 27, 2020

From the Chief Gold Commissioner regarding the Mineral Tenure Act. Under section 6.36 of the Mineral Tenure Act, this extends registering work requirements or registering revi… Read More

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Occupational Health and Safety Regulations – COVID-19

March 27, 2020

WorkSafeBC had created a list of COVID-19 related resources on its website. Employers have a duty to maintain a safe and healthy workplace pursuant to occupational health and saf… Read More

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Mineral Exploration and Development Listed as an Essential Service Provider for BC

March 27, 2020

Mineral exploration and development is listed as a non-health essential service provider in the context of the Province’s response to #COVID19. In consultation with the PHO, t… Read More

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A Video Message from Kendra Johnston | COVID-19

March 26, 2020

As we find ourselves dealing with unprecedented circumstances in our efforts to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus, many of you are implementing management plans across your… Read More

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Guidance to Mining and Smelting Operations During COVID‐19

March 24, 2020

As the challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic continue to shift, the B.C. government and B.C.’s Provincial Health Officer (PHO), Dr. Bonnie Henry, are taking unpreceden… Read More

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COVID-19 Cabinet

March 23, 2020

AME alongside BC businesses have come together in a coordinated voice through the formation of a COVID-19 Cabinet to address the significant impacts on our economy during these u… Read More

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Short Term Extensions of Occupational First Aid Certificates

March 20, 2020

Repost from WorkSafe BC. Due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, WorkSafeBC is granting extensions on any occupational first aid, or equivalent certificates, that are due… Read More

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Closure of FrontCounter BC In-Person Services

March 20, 2020

In order to limit the ongoing spread of COVID-19 and to protect the health and well-being of employees, customers and the public. Effective MARCH 20, 2020 the 30 FrontCount… Read More

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A Message from AME President & CEO | Kendra Johnston

March 16, 2020

Dear Members, As the situation related to COVID-19 continues to rapidly change, AME will be taking the following precautions to reduce the risk of transmission to our staff, volu… Read More

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