Invest Canada Post PDAC Investment Summit: Series 4

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Meeting Overview The meeting focused on the economic development and mining opportunities in Nunavut and the Yukon, highlighting the importance of industry collaboration and the progress of various mining projects. Key speakers included government officials and representatives from mining companies discussing their current operations and future plans. Key Discussion Points - Joe Savicata, Premier of Nunavut, emphasized the need for collaboration between government and industry to foster economic development post-COVID-19. - The importance of mining as a critical component for job creation and community development in Nunavut. - Byron King introduced three mining companies: Alexco, Western Copper and Gold, and Sabina, each discussing their respective projects and developments. - Clint Nauman from Alexco provided an update on the Keno Hills Silver District and its path to production. - Paul Westsells from Western Copper and Gold discussed the Casino project and its significant copper ...

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[Speaker identities could not be resolved; generic labels used] [00:37] Speaker 1: I'm Joe Savicata, the Premier of Nunavut. What a year it's been. COVID-19 [00:41] Speaker 1: is unlike anything we've ever experienced. [00:44] Speaker 1: It's meant shifting priorities, [00:46] Speaker 1: balancing urgent needs with long-term goals, and it's met economic development almost everywhere, not just in Nunavut, it's temporarily paused. [00:55] Speaker 1: But as we start [00:56] Speaker 1: to make progress in our fight against COVID-19 [01:00] Speaker 1: and see a path to the end of the pandemic, [01:02] Speaker 1: we begin to rebuild [01:04] Speaker 1: and refocus our energies to Nunavut's industry and development. [01:08] Speaker 1: The government of Nunavut works tirelessly to meet the needs of Nunavut Mute and our communities. [01:13] Speaker 1: So we all need to work together [01:16] Speaker 1: to advocate, [01:17] Speaker 1: to create the change we want to see, [01:20] Speaker 1: and to work hard and make our voices heard. [01:22] Speaker 1: And this is where we need you. [01:24] Speaker 1: Mining and the industry are a critical piece of this puzzle. [01:28] Speaker 1: Training and jobs creation will develop our communities [01:32] Speaker 1: and instill long-term skills and opportunities for Nunavut new [01:37] Speaker 1: jobs, [01:38] Speaker 1: infrastructure, [01:40] Speaker 1: choices and opportunities. [01:41] Speaker 1: These are the outcome of a successful engagement between government and industry. [01:47] Speaker 1: Nunavut is open for business. We are committed to responsible development, and we are here to succeed [01:53] Speaker 1: and lead the way for future generations. [01:55] Speaker 1: Nunavut is resilient. Nunavut is vibrant. Nunavut is ready to take...