Case Study

Social considerations for an iron ore mine

Mining Ore

Advisian provided support to EPCM services for an 8 Mtpa Iron Ore project in Eastern Canada

The Situation

Engineering scope included mine infrastructure, beneficiation plant, power and utilities, tailings management, access roads, railway and port facilities.

Approach

Advisian consultants were embedded in the project team to deliver implementation of social requirements including stakeholder and Aboriginal engagement; social management planning; maximizing Aboriginal participation; and support for the negotiation and implementation of Impact Benefit Agreements and Community Participation Agreements.

Results

Advisian helped to efficiently integrate the client’s societal goals into their supply chain and subcontracts, and provided a transparent reporting process to demonstrate the benefits of their efforts.

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