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Parliamentary Secretary Kelly Block, on behalf of the Honourable Joe Oliver, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, today delivered remarks at the 8th edition of the Brazil-Canada Chamber of Commerce event during the annual Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada International Convention. During her speech, Ms. Block highlighted Canada’s ongoing interest in strengthening Brazil-Canada relations, which are especially significant in the areas of mining and mineral development.
Ms. Block spoke of Canada’s relationship with Brazil as a key priority in the government’s Strategy for Engagement in the Americas as well as the Global Markets Action Plan. She highlighted increased engagement through trade and commercial/economic ties as one of the best ways to support positive change and sustainable economic growth in the Americas.
Ms. Block also emphasized Canada’s status as a secure, safe and reliable country in which to do business and described the elements that have enabled Canada to remain at the forefront of the global mining industry. In particular, she highlighted Canada’s strong economic fundamentals; Canada’s work to modernize its regulatory system through responsible resource development; greater corporate social responsibility; and, the Government of Canada’s investments in geoscience.
Kelly Block
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources
Melissa Lantsman
Director of Communications
Office of Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources
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