Case Study: Environmental Impact Assessments – Proposed Potash Mine

Client:

SNC-Lavalin

Overview:

Atlwest Communications was retained to develop and implement the Public and Indigenous Engagement Program for a proposed potash solution mine near Sedley, SK. Engagement activities associated with this project included the facilitation of face-to-face meetings with Town and RM Councils, Regulators, First Nation & Métis communities and all levels of Government.  In addition, Atlwest Communications facilitated public information sessions and learning circles to discuss project details and potential project concerns. Atlwest Communications designed a public engagement website for the proposed project, web-based surveys, questionnaires and reporting for the project.

Services:

As an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, Atlwest led the Public and Indigenous Engagement Program for the Environmental Assessment for the proposed project. Atlwest led the following engagement activities:

  • Identified key stakeholders for outreach and consultation.
  • Held Town and Rural Municipal meetings to seek input of the proposed potash mine.
  • Coordinated series of open houses to inform the public of project updates.
  • Outreach and engagement with First Nation communities.
  • Developed and maintained project website and responded to all incoming questions and concerns.
  • Led all Public, Media and Government relations and affairs.

Results:

Atlwest helped our client successfully achieve Municipal, Rural Municipal and First Nation community coalitions in support of their proposed project. The project is ongoing.

 

 

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