Gord Gilpin, director of Ontario operations for Vale Base Metals, highlighted the significance of this venture. “This is a C$205 million project that marks a new era of cooperation and partnership.”
He also emphasized the involvement of local contractors including Indigenous businesses Z’Gamok Construction and Aki-Eh Dibinwewziwin, as well as the United Steelworkers union.
“This project is not just about mining; it’s about creating sustainable and inclusive growth,” Gilpin added.
The Stobie mine will be managed by mining contractor Thiess and will employ members of USW Local 6500.
“We will have approximately 62 to 80 new members during the lifetime of this project, with existing employees handling maintenance,” said a union spokesperson. Jobs will include roles such as excavator operators, dozer operators, haulage truck drivers and maintenance workers.
Vale sees this project as more than just a mining…
