Ref. Ares(2021)6044578 - 05/10/2021 THE CANADIAN MINERALS AND METALS PLAN

STRATEGIC OVERVIEW MINING DELIVERS THE INPUTS THAT POWER OUR ECONOMY 2

THE CONVERSATION SPRING AND FALL ENGAGEMENT FINAL ANALYTICS 3

THE VISION & STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS THE VISION Canada is home to a competitive, sustainable and responsible minerals industry that benefits all Canadians. The country is a global leader in mining-related science, technology, social and environmental practices with a clear and predictable regulatory environment, innovative clean technology solutions, and best management practices. It boasts a skilled and diverse workforce, an attractive investment climate, partnerships with Indigenous Peoples, and strong relations with communities. 4

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP Summary: Areas for Action INCREASING MINERALS TRADE CANADA BRAND FOR MINING AND INVESTMENT A sharpened competitive edge and increased global leadership for Canada     RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS SUPPORTING THE SUCCESS OF THE MINING SUPPLY AND CONDUCT SERVICES SECTOR © Visual Capitalist 2018 5

THE ENVIRONMENT Summary: Areas for Action The protection of Canada’s ALTERNATE AND REDUCING WASTE                             CIRCULAR ECONOMY natural environment underpins                          RENEWABLE ENERGY a responsible, competitive                RECLAIMING MINE SITES CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION industry. © Visual Capitalist 2018 6

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND INNOVATION Summary: Areas for Action A modern and innovative industry    CANADA’S INNOVATION ADOPTING TECHNOLOGY AND supported by world-leading science and     ECOSYSTEM         INNOATIVE PRACTICESV technology—across all phases of the     NEW FRONTIERS NEXT GENERATION GEOSCIENCE mineral development cycle © Visual Capitalist 2018 7

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND COMPETITIVENESS Summary: Areas for Action Canada’s business and innovation     TAX AND FINANCIAL REGULATION      GEOSCIENCE environment for the minerals sector is    INCENTIVES the world’s most competitive and most  LAND ACCESS AND INFRASTRUCTURE MINERAL LAND USE                         PROCESSING attractive for investment © Visual Capitalist 2018 8

ADVANCING THE PARTICIPATION OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES Summary: Areas for Action Increased economic opportunities for RESPECTING RIGHTS MEANINGFUL CAPACITY BUILDING ENGAGEMENT Indigenous Peoples and supporting the process of reconciliation               INDIGENOUS WOMEN     ECONOMIC BENEFITS © Visual Capitalist 2018 9

COMMUNITIES Summary: Areas for Action Communities welcome sustainable COMMUNITY READINESS           HUMAN RESOURCES mineral development activities for the benefits they deliver                             MINERAL LITERACY © Visual Capitalist 2018 10