Chris Hodgson may have some intersting comments

/R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - Presidents of the Mining Association of Canada and the Mining Association of Ontario to address Sudbury Chamber of Commerce/

OTTAWA, July 15, 2011 /CNW/ -
*Interview opportunity*

Event:	Mr. Pierre Gratton, President & CEO of the Mining Association of Canada and Mr. Chris Hodgson, President of the Ontario Mining Association will share their insights into the tremendous opportunity facing the Canadian mining industry - an opportunity not seen in several generations. Their focus will be on: economical impacts and regional presence future direction of the global mining industry; mineral price drivers, role of China, industry investment and challenges domestic and international policy challenges Senior representatives from Vale and Xstrata will also be present and available for interview.
Date:	Thursday, August 25th 2011
Time:	12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location:	Bryston's On The Park 5 Creighton Road- Copper Cliff Sudbury, ON
Who:	The Mining Association of Canada. Based in Ottawa, the Mining Association of Canada is the national organization for the Canadian mining industry. Its members are engaged in mineral exploration, mining, smelting, refining and semi-fabrication
	The Ontario Mining Association supports and improves the competitiveness of the mining sector in the province while representing companies engaged in the environmentally responsible exploration, production and processing of minerals in Ontario

Media representatives wishing to attend the event are invited to pre-register with Cortney Lanteigne T: (705) 673-7133 ext. 224