Mining Magazine August 2014 | Page 159

canada mines , the company has engaged in over 30 drill holes totaling 5,012.4 meters . The drilling has led to a new discovery – the highest grade intercept recorded in the history of the Bralorne property .
Social responsibility To better assist the areas in which it operates , Bralorne Gold strives to work with aboriginal communities to further economic opportunities for their residents . As part of its commitment to responsible mining , the company works side by side with the St ’ át ’ imc tribe to address environmental and social impact concerns . Bralorne has built a strong foundation with the First Nations stakeholder to ensure the company ’ s operations meet the tribe ’ s expectations . Bralorne has worked with the First Nations to obtain permit approvals for drilling , exploration and surface development work .
To benefit the economy in the areas in which it works , Bralorne spends over $ 1 million annually on supplies and products from local suppliers . The company donates to numerous community organizations , schools as well as the First Nation social programs . The company ’ s operations also employ more than 46 people from the local community .
In relation to its partnership with First Nations , Bralorne has created an Environmental Monitoring Board ( EMB ) to assist local communities . Consisting of representatives from
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