Mining is a rich vein running through the lives of all Canadians. Not a day passes that we are not healthier, richer and better informed because of the treasures we extract from the earth. From minerals and metals, we create television sets and CDs to entertain us; telephones and computers to keep us in touch; cars, trains and bicycles to transport us; food to sustain us; and medicine and vitamins to keep us well.

But mining does more than mend and maintain. It employs. In 150 communities across Canada, the industry supports one million Canadians; 376 000 men and women work directly in mining and mineral industries.

The quality of our lives is a daily reminder of the importance of Canada's mining industry.

Barrick Gold Corporation, BHP Minerals Canada Limited, Cameco Corporation, Cogema Resources Inc., Cominco Limited, E.B. Eddy, Falconbridge Limited, Inco Limited, Kennecott Canada Inc., Noranda Inc., Placer Dome Canada Limited, Rio Algom Limited, Teck Corporation, and The Mining Association of Canada (MAC).