Shared Value

Vol 2: Issue 1: Spring 2016

Glencore in Canada

1 The Art of Mining

12 Gone Fishing Partnerships for Fish Re-population

14 Counting Caribou Understanding Changing Populations by Simulating Climate Change

Edmonton

Winnipeg

Inuvik

Yellowknife

Vancouver

Iqaluit

Resolute

ReginaQuebec City Fredericton

Halifax

Charlottetown

Whitehorse

St. John's

Thunder Bay(Two ports)

Raglan Mine

Agricultural Products

Port

Coal

Copper

Nickel

Offices

XPS Consulting & Testwork Services

Zinc

Calgary

Ottawa

Pacific

Cascadia

Prince Rupert

Toronto

Montreal

Brunswick Lead SmelterBracemac-McLeod

CEZinc Refinery

Port of Montreal

Port of Quebec

Montreal Office

General Smelting

Horne Smelter

CCR Refinery

Rouyn-Noranda Office

Laval Office

Sudbury IntegratedNickel Operations

XPS Consulting &Testwork Services

Kidd Operations

Toronto Office(Regional headquarters)

Sukunka Project

Suska Project

VancouverOffice

Viterra Offices

65 grain elevators, 9 special crop facilities

Canola CrushingPlant

About this PublicationShared Value: Glencore in Canada is published by the Corporate Affairs division of Glencore Canada. Glencore believes that sustainability is integral to our long-term success and we constantly strive to improve how we manage our health, safety and environmental practices. We actively invest in our communities, aiming to build positive, lasting social and economic benefits in the areas in which we operate. The objective of this publication is to highlight the sustainability efforts and initiatives Glencore Canada has realized throughout our Canadian assets group, which includes agriculture represented by Viterra; Coal, Copper, Nickel and Zinc mining and processing properties; and XPS Consulting & Testwork Services.

Contents1 The Art of Mining Art is not what you see, but what

you make others see.

6 Achieving ExcellenceGlencore’s Efforts in Sustainable Business Nets Two Industry Awards.

9 Our approach to Sustainability We are committed to operating

transparently and responsibly.

10 Glencore Canada12 Gone Fishing Partnerships for Fish

Re-population.

14 Counting Caribou Understanding Changing

Populations by Simulating Climate Change.

16 Investing in the Future Success of Students

Viterra Commits $900,000 to Support Post-secondary Pursuits.

Back Cover: Building Sustainable Agriculture from the Ground Up

A Framework for Meaningful Collaboration.

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Front Cover: Caribou Ungava, which began in 2009, focuses on the ecology of migratory caribou populations and their predators in the Ungava Peninsula in northern Quebec and Labrador, Canada

The Art of MiningArtist Edward Degas is credited as saying, “Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.”That notion may have been part of the thinking behind The Art of Mining, a photography competition held by PwC, a global professional services firm. The Art of Mining challenged photographers in mining communities to capture images that depicted one of three themes: community engagement, environment stewardship,

or health and safety. In doing so, the competition has been able to highlight the positive impact of mining in an original and beautiful way. Every photographic entry provides a different, and likely unexpected, perspective of how mining is influencing the world.

In addition to a great shot, photographers were asked to accompany each photo with a caption that answered the question: “As a responsible business partner, how is the mining community helping to build societies of tomorrow?”

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At the same time the PwC The Art of Mining competition was announced, coincidentally, Raglan Mine carried out a similar employee photo contest in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Raglan Agreement. Given how proud the team at Raglan Mine was of the 20th anniversary winning photo, that same photo was submitted to the PwC’s The Art of Mining contest.

The photographer of the winning picture (see pages 2 - 3), Ilias Atwani (front), Production Engineer, Mining Engineering at Glencore’s Raglan Mine, as well as the second place contest winner of Raglan Mine’s employee photo contest, André Allard (back), Supervisor, Mining Operations, were rewarded with a personalized tour of local Inuit villages Salluit and Kangiqsujuaq by Noah Tayara (left), General Manager of the Qaqqalik Landholding Corporation.

The winning photo of PWC’s The Art of Mining photo contest was the winning photo of Raglan Mine’s 20 Years of Engagement photo contest aimed at employees and contractors, which asked them to submit photos that captured “engagement” in a work setting. The following description accompanied the photo submission to The Art of Mining: “The inukshuk dominates the landscape the same way our commitment marks Raglan Mine’s history since 1995 through the Raglan Agreement, which was a turning point and an inspiration to many mining companies settling on aboriginal territory. Its majestic allure guides Raglan Mine towards sustainable resource development in respect of people and nature, as it once guided the northerners to the resources needed to survive the challenges of these vast territories. Between the windmill and the inukshuk, Raglan Mine harmonizes authenticity and modernity, providing an emblem of pride, accomplishment and engagement for the years to come.”

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When the PwC competition was announced, the news was met with enthusiasm from Glencore’s Raglan Mine. Coincidentally, Raglan Mine carried out a similar photo contest in 2015 in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Raglan Agreement, a historic arrangement signed directly between the mine and Inuit communities that put in motion a cooperative and mutually beneficial relationship. In that photo contest, employees and contractors were asked to demonstrate their creativity and submit photos taken in a work context to show what engagement meant to them.

The photo that won the Raglan Mine contest featured an inukshuk, a human-made stone landmark or cairn used by the Inuit. The Inuit people have long lived in the area and have a proud and distinct culture that is celebrated by many Raglan Mine efforts. The photographer of the winning picture, Ilias Atwani, Production Engineer, Mining Engineering, as well as the second place contest winner, André Allard, Supervisor, Mining Operations, were rewarded with a personalized tour of local Inuit villages Salluit and Kangiqsujuaq by Noah Tayara, General Manager of the Qaqqalik Landholding Corporation.

Given how proud the team at Raglan Mine was of the 20th anniversary winning photo, it was an obvious decision to submit it to the PwC’s The Art of Mining contest. Ultimately, it also proved to be a smart decision: Raglan Mine was crowned the grand winner of PwC’s The Art of Mining photography competition. On behalf of Raglan Mine, PwC

will donate $10,000 between two community initiatives that Raglan Mine identified in Nunavik: 1) Esuma, an initiative proposing actions around education for all learners to persevere towards their success, and 2) an annual fishing outing for elders, which promotes cultural activities and helps reduce anxiety related to overcrowding of homes.

Just as importantly, the photos from The Art of Mining contest are being viewed by people around the world, giving the public a new and positive perspective of the mining landscape and its impact in the communities in which companies like Glencore operate.

Shared Value: Glencore in Canada is proud to re-print an interview from Katinniapik, Raglan Mine’s employee newsletter, where Ilias and André were asked about their cultural experience:

What is your fondest memory from your stay in the communities?Our fondest memory is the snowmobile ride with Noah to his camp. He lent us a traditional anorak [a hooded jacket], and that made us feel as though we were part of his culture. There was a cultural side and a feeling of natural discovery to this unique experience. For instance, Noah suddenly brought the snowmobile to a halt to admire the incredible view of the village. He knew that we would like that. The cultural discovery aspect of our experience found expression in small events, such as the preparation of beluga oil Noah had left at his camp to share with friends and community members.

Tell us more!After the snowmobile expedition, we had the opportunity to meet Noah’s family, with whom we discussed for more than an hour. Noah’s wife was there; so were two young girls who were busy making mittens.

Coincidentally, the mother of one of the girls works for Raglan Mine. Noah explained that he and his family keep a watchful eye on the girl when her mother is at the site. This is when we realized that mutual help and community synergy are core values of the inuit culture. “I have travelled quite a bit in my life, but during this trip I realized the extent to which the inuit culture is one of social solidarity and warmth. You can see it and feel it,” explains Ilias. “Noah was very pleased and proud to welcome us. He would say: ‘Two persons more are discovering our culture and history!’ We would have liked to stay longer and make other discoveries, like going hunting and fishing to immerse ourselves in their lifestyle.”

Has visiting inuit villages helped you better understand the culture and reality of your colleagues?Definitely! In particular during the discussion we had with Noah. We talked about cultural differences, the sense of family and traditions. The intercultural training offered by Tamatumani helps us understand these cultural differences, but these courses are purely theoretical. Experiencing it and seeing it make us realize it much more. n

“Yaaka Yaaka owns and operates a workshop in Kangiqsujuaq where he makes traditional tools. He brings young people together and shows them how to recycle materials for making traditional tools. He ensures the preservation of the Inuit culture and shows them how to use their creativity to meet basic needs. Everything is very expensive in Northern communities. We stopped at the local co-op and were amazed by the high cost of living. The community must find alternatives and innovate constantly,” explain André and Ilias.

“Raglan Mine takes time to consider their employees and make work more interesting for them. André and Ilias were very fortunate to have been given a day like that in Salluit and to have the opportunity to make new friends. I really enjoy meeting new people and was fortunate to encounter these two fellows. Not only did I tour them around town and in the outdoors, I also received them at my house. We really got along nicely. I hope to do this again one day with them and with other employees from Raglan Mine.” – Noah Tayara, General Manager, Qaqqalik Landholding Corporation, Salluit

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Achieving ExcellenceGlencore’s Efforts in Sustainable Business Nets Two Industry Awards

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On the surface, Arctic wind turbines and community program funding don’t seem to have much in common. But for Glencore, both initiatives represent the company’s dedication to sustainable and responsible business practices. And now, they’re award winning, too.

On May 2, Glencore was presented with two 2016 Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM) Excellence Awards at the Canadian Institute of Mining,

Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) Awards Gala in Vancouver. Glencore’s Kidd Operations in Timmins, Ontario and Raglan

Mine in northern Quebec were declared winners in the categories of Environmental Excellence and Community Engagement Excellence, respectively.

Environmental Excellence: Raglan Mine WindmillThe location of Raglan Mine turned out to offer both challenges and opportunities. The challenge is perhaps most obvious: Raglan Mine is located in a remote area of northern Quebec. Like many isolated mining operations, it is off-grid and requires diesel to fuel its operations. And while the cold wind that sometimes whips across the arctic landscape might also be considered a challenge, it is where opportunity lay.

With climate change considerations, commitments to limit environmental impacts and rising diesel costs, there was a strong business case for Glencore to explore renewable energy solutions. The most abundant renewable energy resource available was wind. But tapping into this resource was no easy task. The project was unprecedented in scale, and was specially designed for severe Arctic climate conditions. A private-public partnership between Raglan Mine, TUGLIQ Energy and the federal and provincial governments was formed. Communities were consulted throughout the project and feedback was acted upon by the company.

Through the tireless work of many, a 120-metre high, 3-megawatt wind turbine and storage facility was built and put into operation in 2014. In the first year, the wind turbine and storage facility saved 2.1 million litres of diesel and reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 5.85 kilotonnes. This successful pilot project could have transformative impacts across northern Canada, helping to pave the way for the more widespread adoption of greener energy alternatives. It is a fully-developed and tested wind power and storage system that could be duplicated into northern communities and other northern mining operations in the future.

Sustainable practices are a priority at Glencore. Efforts in doing business better are not only succeeding, but are also held up as examples for others in the industry to follow.

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Community Engagement Excellence: Community PartnershipsIt’s not unusual for a company to support community projects by way of donations or sponsorships. But when that company closes operations, what happens to the community programs it used to support? It’s a question Glencore’s Kidd Operations wanted to resolve in a meaningful way, well before its mine is set to close in 2022. After speaking with different community groups and leaders, the Kidd Operations team developed a proactive and innovative plan to sustainable social investing.

One component of the plan was to run a workshop on sustainability in the non-profit sector, which Kidd Operations co-sponsored with the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), to help develop new financing models and identify new partners for the non-governmental sector.

Moreover, in 2015, Kidd and the OTF launched the $1 Million Kidd Operations–Ontario Trillium Foundation Legacy Fund. This partnership will see Kidd Operations and the OTF each

investing $500,000 into the Fund, which will begin making grants when Kidd ceases operations. This collaboration, a first for the government agency, paves the way for future private-public sector partnerships. n

In May 2015, (from left to right) Steve Black, Mayor of Timmins, Andrea Cohen-Barrack, President and CEO, Ontario Trillium Foundation, Honourable Michael Gravelle, Minister of Northern Development and Mines and Tom Semadeni, General Manager, Kidd Operations, pose for the camera at Timmins Museum following the announcement of a new $1 million legacy fund being set up by Kidd Operations and the Trillium Foundation. The fund is meant to support non-profit organizations in Timmins after the Kidd mine closes in 2021.

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Our approach to Sustainability We divide the assets and activities of our business into two categories: industrial, which is related to commodity production and processing; and marketing, which covers trading and sales activities, as well as the infrastructure and resources used to transport products to customers.

We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment very seriously, and align all our activities with the relevant international standards. In 2014 we signed up to the United Nations Global Compact, a set of principles covering human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. We were also admitted to the International Council on Mining & Metals (ICMM) and endorsed its

sustainable development framework principles. In March 2015, we joined the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights Initiative.

We work in accordance with the relevant international frameworks for a number of specific issues. These include the Core Conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO), the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs), and the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI).

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• We identify, understand and mitigate our environmental risks

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• We respect human rights

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• We create value through local employment and procurement, training and skills development

• We invest in local communities, health, education and infrastructure

• We focus on catastrophic hazard management

What we provide

• Our commodities supply society’s everyday products

• Our logistics business transports commodities to the places that need them most

• We promote responsible behaviour throughout the commodity chain through direct relationships with our customers and business partners

We engage withlocal communities and stakeholders

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How we do it

• Safety is our top priority

• We identify, understand and mitigate our environmental risks

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We use renewable energy sources when possible

• We respect human rights

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What we deliver

• Our presence brings lasting

which we operate

• to governments in our host countries

• We create value through local employment and procurement, training and skills development

• We invest in local communities, health, education and infrastructure

• We focus on catastrophic hazard management

What we provide

• Our commodities supply society’s everyday products

• Our logistics business transports commodities to the places that need them most

• We promote responsible behaviour throughout the commodity chain through direct relationships with our customers and business partners

We engage withlocal communities and stakeholders

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PERATING RESPONSIBLY

PROVIDING ESSENTIAL PRODUCTS

How we do it

• Safety is our top priority

• We identify, understand and mitigate our environmental risks

•

We use renewable energy sources when possible

• We respect human rights

•

What we deliver

• Our presence brings lasting

which we operate

• to governments in our host countries

• We create value through local employment and procurement, training and skills development

• We invest in local communities, health, education and infrastructure

• We focus on catastrophic hazard management

What we provide

• Our commodities supply society’s everyday products

• Our logistics business transports commodities to the places that need them most

• We promote responsible behaviour throughout the commodity chain through direct relationships with our customers and business partners

We engage withlocal communities and stakeholders

ViterraCanada’s grain industry leader, Viterra operates world-class storage and handling facilities with 1.8 million tonnes of storage capacity. Viterra’s head office is located in Regina, Saskatchewan and they operate 67 grain elevators, 9 special crop facilities, six port terminals and two processing plants in locations across the country.

Raglan MineRaglan Mine is located at the extreme limit of Northern Quebec and operates some of the richest resource base-metal mines in the world. Raglan Mine was the first mining company in Canada to sign an Impact and Benefit Agreement (IBA) with First Nations populations with the Raglan Agreement in 1995.

Kidd OperationsOur Kidd Operation in Timmins, Ontario is the deepest base metal mine in the world with a maximum depth of almost 10,000 feet. The mine produces zinc and copper concentrates from one of the world’s largest and richest known volcanogenic massive sulphide deposits. The mine, which employs about 900 people, celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2016.

XPS Consulting & Testwork ServicesXPS, eXpert Process Solutions, is a metallurgical technology and test services business offering industry leading expertise to help improve their clients’ processes and deliver quality products to the market.

Sudbury Integrated Nickel OperationsThe Sudbury INO business includes exploration, two underground nickel mines (Nickel Rim South Mine and Fraser Mine), Strathcona Mill and the Sudbury Smelter.

Edmonton

Winnipeg

Inuvik

Yellowknife

Vancouver

Iqaluit

Resolute

ReginaQuebec City Fredericton

Halifax

Charlottetown

Whitehorse

St. John's

Thunder Bay(Two ports)

Raglan Mine

Calgary

Ottawa

Pacific

Cascadia

Prince Rupert

Toronto

Montreal

Brunswick Lead SmelterBracemac-McLeod

CEZinc Refinery

Port of Montreal

Port of Quebec

Montreal Office

General Smelting

Horne Smelter

CCR Refinery

Rouyn-Noranda Office

Laval Office

Sudbury IntegratedNickel Operations

XPS Consulting &Testwork Services

Kidd Operations

Toronto Office(Regional headquarters)

Sukunka Project

Suska Project

VancouverOffice

Viterra Offices

67 grain elevators, 9 special crop facilities

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Canada is an important part of our global business. We’ve operated here for more than 100 years, and have interests in a range of businesses across the country.

Our Canadian facilities form a significant part of Glencore’s global business. Our sites span seven provinces and we employ around 7,500 people.

Our assets include nickel, copper, coal and zinc mining operations and projects; agricultural facilities; and a consulting business.

In many of our industries, we explore and source the commodity; produce it; process and refine it; market and blend it; and ultimately handle, store and transport it to customers around the world.

Bracemac- McLeod MineIn Matagami, Quebec, Bracemac-McLeod Mine processes ore in Matagami and sends copper concentrate to the Horne Smelter in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec and zinc concentrate to the CEZinc Refinery in Valleyfield, Quebec.

Horne SmelterThe Horne Smelter is located in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, and is a custom copper smelter, processing concentrate from the operations of Glencore and third parties. Horne Smelter is one of the few plants in the world that also responsibly recycles end-of-life electronics and other copper bearing materials.

CCR RefineryCCR Refinery is based in Montreal and is the only copper refinery in Canada.It is the final step in processing copper before it is sold to customers and also processes precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum and palladium.

CEZinc RefineryCEZinc Refinery in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec is the second largest zinc refinery in North America. CEZinc Refinery has been an important part of the community since 1963 and employs 574 people. Glencore manages the facility and has a 25% ownership in the plant through a stake in the Noranda Income Fund.

Edmonton

Winnipeg

Inuvik

Yellowknife

Vancouver

Iqaluit

Resolute

ReginaQuebec City Fredericton

Halifax

Charlottetown

Whitehorse

St. John's

Thunder Bay(Two ports)

Raglan Mine

Calgary

Ottawa

Pacific

Cascadia

Prince Rupert

Toronto

Montreal

Brunswick Lead SmelterBracemac-McLeod

CEZinc Refinery

Port of Montreal

Port of Quebec

Montreal Office

General Smelting

Horne Smelter

CCR Refinery

Rouyn-Noranda Office

Laval Office

Sudbury IntegratedNickel Operations

XPS Consulting &Testwork Services

Kidd Operations

Toronto Office(Regional headquarters)

Sukunka Project

Suska Project

VancouverOffice

Viterra Offices

67 grain elevators, 9 special crop facilities

ProcessingPlant

Processing Plant

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Brunswick Lead SmelterOur Brunswick Lead Smelter is a primary lead/silver smelter in Belledune, New Brunswick employing 450 people. The smelter is a traditional sinter blast furnace and refinery built to process the concentrate from the Brunswick Mine. Since the mine has now closed, the smelter is transitioning to a custom smelter. It processes lead/silver concentrate, by-product from the zinc smelter and a wide variety of recycled materials, including batteries and lead glass.

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XPS Consulting & Testwork Services

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Gone FishingPartnerships for Fish Re-population

If you went out fishing this year near Sudbury, Ontario and caught a walleye, you wouldn’t have just caught a fish – but a part of a terrific story. That’s because there’s great

likelihood that the fish on your hook was there thanks to the United Walleye Clubs (UWC) and its extraordinary efforts to repopulate this species to the area.

The UWC’s mission is to “enhance, restore and sustain the walleye and other fishery potential in the Great Lakes watershed.” Walleyes, an olive and gold coloured freshwater fish native to Canada and parts of the Northern United States, saw a significant drop in numbers over the last few decades. In 2001, the UWC, a non-profit organization, was formed to do something about it.

Together with the help of local partners, the group works to harvest eggs, nurse them in a hatchery and then release healthy fish back into Ontario lakes. They also work to educate government, schools, locals, and fishermen about the species and the need to create sustainable environmental programs.

The first step, getting the walleye eggs, turns out to be an exciting one. In late April, members of the UWC venture

out to Wabagishik Lake near Sudbury, Ontario, to collect male and female specimens. This is not a simple fishing trip. Rather, special shocker boats are used to course electricity in the water to temporarily stun the fish in the area. The fishermen have to act quickly and expertly to scoop the walleye in nets. Because the fish don’t float right up to the surface but rather appear a few feet below the water, a good eye and a fast, steady hand are needed. The amount of electricity used is specially calibrated to not harm the fish, which means their stunned state only lasts seconds. The work is described as hard and exhilarating, but most of all, the fishermen get the added satisfaction of knowing that their efforts are the first step in an important process to repopulate the walleye in the area.

The teams aim to catch three male fish for every female to get the best chance

of creating genetic diversity. Eggs from the females and milt from the males are harvested on the spot by gently massaging the

abdomen of the fish, and the released eggs and milt are combined quickly but carefully. The window

for opportunity for fertilization lasts only minutes and because of the fragility of the eggs, this process has to be

done with the touch of a feather – literally. Seagull feathers have been shown to be the only thing delicate yet sturdy

enough to mix the harvested material well enough without damaging any of it.

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Rolly Frappier, President of the United Walleye Clubs, engages in one of his passions: education through fish hatcheries, and his newest pursuit, putting tiny hatcheries in schoolrooms. The UWC sees tremendous value in this partnership, and in the support from corporations like Glencore, as teaching young people about fish and environmental stewardship is one of the organization’s primary goals.

The mixture is then brought to one of the UWC’s 14 Walleye Hatcheries and Learning Centres in the Greater Sudbury area. There, the eggs are viewed under microscopes to watch for fertilization and growth. The viable eggs are doted on as they grow, with factors like water temperature and bacteria carefully monitored. If all goes well, these eggs eventually develop into small, young fish, called fry and then into larger states, called fingerlings. In the wild, a fertilized egg usually only has a 2 – 5% chance of survival. Thanks to the tireless efforts of UWC members, fertilized eggs in the hatcheries have a 75 – 90% success rate.

Eventually, the young fish are mature enough to be released into the wild. Ponds and lakes in the Greater Sudbury area get stocked with hundreds of thousands of fish every year from the hatcheries. From there, it’s up to the walleye to make it.

Perhaps what is most impressive about the operation is that it is entirely volunteer and donation driven. Many of the volunteers who help out with the project are fishermen. The UWC have given these men and women a unique opportunity to give back and create balance while ensuring many good years of fishing remain ahead.

The next generation of ecologists and environmentalists has also been involved, thanks to the partnerships formed with Glencore and schools in the area. One such school, the Algonquin Public School, is actually a home to one of the Walleye Hatcheries and Learning Centres. There, teenagers have been involved in the process from the get-go, showing obvious pride as they handle the tiny walleye eggs and see them develop into fry and fingerlings. The UWC sees tremendous value in these partnerships, as teaching young people about fish and environmental stewardship is one of the organization’s primary goals.

The UWC sees great opportunity for expansion. The group has had ongoing discussions with Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) and has also met with seven First Nation communities with the goal of introducing a Community Hatchery and Learning Centre into some of these communities in the near future. It’s all the more reason why partnerships and support from corporations like Glencore is so vital. n

Operating a successful fish hatchery is not a project to take lightly. The UWC has decades of experience which they use through one of their 14 Walleye Hatcheries and Learning Centres in the Greater Sudbury area. Viable eggs, like the one shown in the incubators above, are doted on as they grow, with factors like water temperature and bacteria carefully monitored. If all goes well, these eggs eventually develop into small, young fish, called fry and then into larger states, called fingerlings. Eventually, the young fish are mature enough to be released into the wild.

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By the numbersIn 2015, the United Walleye Clubs tirelessly worked to restock walleye in the lakes and ponds of the Greater Sudbury region. Below is a snapshot of their achievements in 2015:

5,500Hours volunteered

Up to $10k

Cost to run a hatchery for a year

6 millionNumber of eggs harvested

4 millionNumber of walleye fry stocked

550kNumber of walleye fingerlings stocked

Counting CaribouUnderstanding Changing Populations by Simulating Climate Change

When a species that once flourished in northern Canada starts to become a rarity, can we pinpoint why? And perhaps more importantly, can we do

something about it? The key to answering those questions lies in research, like that currently being conducted by the Caribou Ungava program.

Caribou Ungava, which began in 2009, focuses on the ecology of migratory caribou populations and their predators in the Ungava Peninsula in northern Quebec and Labrador, Canada. Caribou are large antler-bearing mammals, similar to reindeer, but native to North America. Caribou herds have long held an important role in the survival of indigenous people in the area and naturally also play a significant role in the ecological balance of Artic ecosystems. In 1993, the region’s George River caribou herd was estimated at 775,000 animals strong. Less than 20 years later, researchers were alarmed to discover that the herd had shrunk to just 27,000 caribou. With such a sharp decline, fears rose that the caribou was at risk of endangerment, or worse, extinction.

While the obvious culprit in this situation was human activity, researchers had not been able to get clarity on exactly what had happened. Were there specific food or nutrient shortages

caused by environmental changes? Were predators of the caribou growing in numbers? Were herds being forced into less hospitable areas? Was there a factor influencing reproduction? Caribou Ungava works to uncover the effects of human activity and climate change in the area and what impact these were having on the caribou population, its predators, its sources of food and its environment. Glencore’s Raglan Mine, as well as other private and public partners, has fully supported the project.

A core area of focus is on the plants caribou depend on to survive. The George River caribou herd typically arrives in its calving grounds in June. Until that point, the caribou have been mainly spending the winter eating lichen, a type of moss that can grow in Arctic temperatures. But come late spring and summer, the caribou are treated to protein-rich American dwarf birch, a shrub that is vital to their survival. The quality of the shrub – specifically the important protein it contains – diminishes as the summer season passes, and becomes of less use to the caribou, especially lactating females.

Researchers studied the growth patterns of the birch and soon zeroed in on a very small factor that turned out to have a huge impact on the shrubs: snowflakes. Global warming

Caribou Ungava team members, from left to right: Yanick Gendreau, Ph.D. Student – Université du Québec à Rimouski; Steeve Côté, Director and Professor – Université Laval; Jean-Pierre Tremblay, Associate Professor – Université Laval; Clara Morrissette-Boileau, Master’s Student – Université Laval; Dalie Côté-Vaillancourt, Master’s Student – Université Laval; Marianne Gagnon, Master’s Student – Université Laval; and Édouard Bélanger, Master’s Student – Université Laval.

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has been shown to increase the densification of shrubs in subarctic regions. Taller shrubs mean thicker snow cover because branches trap windswept snowflakes. The increase in the thickness of snow cover is suspected of influencing the ground temperature and consequently the cycle of the essential nutrients available to the plants. To simulate this phenomenon for further study, the researchers at Université Laval installed snow fences in the Deception River valley. This area has served as a testing grounds for continual collection of data.

In addition to trapping snowflakes, taller shrubs reduce the light that reaches low-growing plants; this possibly impacting their ability to turn carbon into organic compounds and energy. To simulate this phenomenon, the scientists will install tarps to minimize the intensity of infrared rays. With this system, the research team will be able to determine the influence of a thicker snow cover and diminished light on the quantity and quality of plants caribou forage for in the summertime.

These careful studies are being done in concert with other aspects of research, such as studies involving predators of the caribou, such as black bears and wolves, and tracking

migratory patterns and those environments.

Early information on the caribou herd numbers have already prompted a hunting ban on the animals, a positive sign that the community is taking the issue seriously. The hope is that by gathering as much scientific data as possible, real answers – and solutions – can be found as to why this important species is at risk. As the evidence comes in, partners like Glencore are keen to understand their role and how they can help to create a better future – not only for animals like the caribou, but generations to come who will inherit this land. n

To read more about the Caribou Ungava, visit their website at www.caribou-ungava.ulaval.ca where the team posts information related to the research project, such as details on the team members, photos, media highlights, etc.

“Raglan Mine has supported Caribou Ungava since Phase I of the research, through a total monetary contribution of $125,000 distributed over a five-year period (2009-2014). Moreover, they have offered us annual in-kind contributions worth approximately $45,000 per year for flights, accommodation, technical support from Raglan Mine staff, etc. As we announced the undertaking of Phase II of our research (2015-2020), Raglan Mine agreed to continue their support. Their contributions help us continue our work on migratory caribou, its habitat

as well as its predators. We are very pleased with this opportunity that would not have been made possible without the financial assistance of

many partners, including Glencore.”

Steeve Côté, professor at Laval University and Director of the Caribou Ungava research program.

The installation of snow fences enables the Caribou Ungava team to simulate phenomenon associated to climate change, such as determining the influence of a thicker snow cover and the light reduction in density of shrubs on the quantity and quality of forage resources for caribou in the summertime.

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Investing in the Future Success of StudentsViterra Commits $900,000 to Support Post-secondary Pursuits

It’s difficult to say what kind of a future today’s young Canadians should prepare themselves for.

Careers, technologies, markets and desired skills have changed greatly in even just the last decade. But whether you want to put your bets down on Facebook or fossil fuels, farming or financials, a great education is what will likely lead the next generation of workers to success.

To give more Canadians that chance, Viterra has set up a new $900,000 scholarship fund with post-secondary institutions across five provinces. Students attending the selected schools and who aspire to work at Viterra, a company that provides a wide range of opportunities across its business, are eligible to access funding from an overall pool to support their skills training and education.

The move is well aligned with Viterra’s value of supporting ongoing learning and development opportunities for its employees. Being there to help young people get the education to begin their careers was a natural evolution for the organization.

“At Viterra, we believe in the importance of making ongoing investments in learning and education so that our team is equipped with the knowledge they need to serve our customers,” says Kyle Jeworski, Viterra’s President and CEO for North America. “We’re proud to be offering access to similar learning opportunities at the post-secondary level, by supporting students that aspire to work in roles that Viterra employees perform across our business.”

“Viterra’s contribution reinforces what a pivotal role industry partners play in supporting technical education in our province,” said Dr. Larry Rosia, Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s president and CEO. “This funding is a significant investment in our student’s education and provides a direct link for Viterra to a future workforce.”

For scholarship recipients like Teagan Gyorfi, who is studying to become a Telecommunications Networking Technician at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, the support is making a meaningful difference in their career aspirations.

“When industry partners like Viterra provide financial support directly to students it provides us with much needed financial assistance, encouragement to excel in our programs and rewards us for our academic successes,” says Gyorfi.

And for Viterra, this funding provides a great opportunity to sell students on the benefits of working in the agricultural industry.

“It’s an exciting time to be in the business of agriculture, and our role in helping to feed the world is more critical than ever,” says Jeworski. “As we take on this challenge, we are constantly looking to recruit and retain the best people to help us to achieve our goals. The schools and colleges that we’re working with prepare students for the opportunity to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment like the one we have at Viterra.” n

To date, Viterra has announced significant, long term contributions to:

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

$325,000to support more than 40 scholarships and bursaries over each of ten years to students in the School of Business, the School of Construction, the School of Information and Communications Technology and the School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing.

Saskatchewan Regional College Network

$300,000in funding for students in seven regional colleges across Saskatchewan, which includes $150,000 in matching funds from the provincial government.

Grande Prairie Regional College

$115,000investment to create new annual scholarships that will be offered over the next ten years in a variety of programs, including electrical apprenticeship, business administration and marketing programs.

Lakeland College

$75,000investment to create the Viterra Scholarship of Excellence, which will be available over a 10-year term to students enrolled full-time in agricultural sciences, business administration and electrical certificate programs.

Lethbridge College

$100,000gift is a part of the college’s Possibilities are Endless campaign; Viterra’s gift will be used to create scholarships and awards for students in a variety of programs, and $25,000 of the gift is specifically directed to awards for First Nation, Métis and Inuit students.

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Viterra and Sask Polytech announce Viterra’s $325,000 contribution. Pictured from left to right: Teagan Gyorfi, one of the scholarship recipients, Jeff Cockwill, Viterra’s Director, Corporate Affairs, Dr. Larry Rosia, Sask Polytech President and CEO, Scott Moe, Minister of Advanced Education and Jamie Hilts, Dean, School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing.

We welcome your comments, questions and feedback at: sharedvaluecanada@glencore-ca.com

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Building Sustainable Agriculture from the Ground UpA Framework for Meaningful Collaboration

Sustainable agriculture means many things: It’s crops grown at yields that best support the economy.

It’s farmers who are paid fairly and enjoy safer working conditions. It’s land that retains its nutrient-rich soil for years to come. It’s parents having confidence that they’re feeding their children good quality food. These factors and more are the focus of the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Crops (CRSC).

The CRSC is a national, industry-led forum made up of grower, industry, customer and consumer organizations that leads and promotes agricultural sustainability in Canada. The group researches and assesses how to meet the food demands of Canadians and their trading partners in ways that are environmentally, socially and economically sustainable. As a member, Viterra works closely with the CRSC to help set strategic priorities and create plans that result in success.

“As an industry leader we’re proud to be a part of this important initiative, which provides us with an opportunity

to collaborate with our stakeholders and help deliver real solutions,” says Jeff Cockwill, Viterra’s Director of Corporate Affairs.

Thanks to Viterra, its CRSC partners and funding from the federal government, the group plans to deliver the Canadian Statement of Grains Sustainability and the Canadian Standard of Grains Sustainability, a national standard for Canadian grain cropping practices. This will mean growers of barley, canola, flax, oats, pulses, and other important grains will eventually have a plan to follow will see that Canadian crops produced in a way that meet the environmental, social and economical benchmarks that best suit today’s market.

To do this, the CRSC is taking on two projects over the next three years: a sustainability metrics platform and a CRSC pilot program. The metrics program relies on a research-based methodology to understand the existing codes of practice in the industry and evolve them to one universal approach

that keeps sustainability front of mind. The best information about different grains, growing regions and reporting will be considered in developing this metrics platform.

The pilot program will be a four-phase testing ground of sustainable practices. Indicators from existing programs will first be considered and evaluated against the core principles of the CRSC. Then, baselines indicators will be applied on a macro level. Next, growers will take part in the testing of these indicators. Their work will help to identify and explore challenges, gaps and successes of the pilot program. Finally, research and communication teams will assess and present the results. All of this work will help build a national standard by which Canadian crops are grown.

“By getting in at the ground level, we’re able to support the development of a sustainability framework that makes sense for our industry,” says Cockwill. n