OMA's Mission Statement
To improve the competitiveness of Ontario's mining industry, while promoting safety, environmental stewardship and sustainability.
OMA Releases Economic Research Report and Critical Minerals Analysis
On Friday, March 18, 2022, the Ontario Mining Association (OMA) released two reports: The State of the Ontario Mining Sector – Economic Report and Critical Minerals Analysis on the OMA website, which were produced in partnership with the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (MNDMNRF).
OMA Members Demonstrate Dedication to a Safety-First Culture
The Nickel Rim South Mine, part of Glencore's Sudbury Integrated Nickel Operations (Sudbury INO), was awarded the 2022 John T. Ryan National Trophy for Metal Mines for the best safety performance in Canada from the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM), while Vale's Coleman Mine received the Ontario regional trophy in the metal mine category, and Lake Shore Gold - Timmins West Mine, a subsidiary of Pan American Silver, was recognized for Mine Safety Technology.