WSP Environmental Services for Mining and Metals

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES FOR MINING & METALS

Statement of Qualifications

WSP INTRODUCTION 4 MINING & METALS INTRODUCTION 6 FUTURE READY ® 16 MINE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 18 GEOCHEMISTRY 22 AIR QUALITY/NOISE ANALYSIS 24 ARCHAEOLOGY/CULTURAL HERITAGE 26 PERMITTING SUPPORT & MONITORING 28 HUMAN HEALTH & ECOLOGICAL RISK ASSESSMENT 30 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY 32 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 34

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WSP OVERVIEW

WSP TODAY WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting its engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity. From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, WSP operates in over 50 countries

and employs approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers. Together they pioneer solutions and deliver innovative projects in the mining and metals, environment, transportation, infrastructure, buildings, water, and energy sectors.

“The global mining industry has an important role in the green transition. The mining companies that we work with are developing new reserves and plans to meet the demand for critical minerals, while at the same time taking action to meet their ESG commitments.” — Kevin Beauchamp , Global Director, Mining & Metals

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WSP Overview

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MINING & METALS INTRODUCTION

The mining industry has a pivotal role to play in the green transition, and WSP's team of over 5,200 dedicated mining professionals are supporting the industry in delivering the metals and minerals required for a greener future, in a sustainable and responsible manner.

Full-Service Mining Consultancy When we consider environmental, social and governance factors in tandem with engineering and design decisions it results in more sustainable and resilient solutions. That’s why our global mining

team has professionals ranging from resource geologists to aquatic biologists, mine planners to cultural scientists. We are experts in our field, and we are passionate about mining.

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Mining & Metals Introduction

Leverage Global Talent Our clients benefit from the skills and knowledge of some of the industry’s best and brightest, no matter where they live. We believe better outcomes result from working together, across sectors and disciplines, sharing best practices and applying global expertise to local challenges.

140 + EUROPE

120 + ASIA

1,300 + CANADA

475 + USA

240 + AFRICA

1,200 + LATIN AMERICA & CARIBBEAN

1,500 + AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

5,200+ Mining Staff

6 Continents

~73,000+ Total Staff

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Mining & Metals Introduction

A TRUE GLOBAL BUSINESS THAT OPERATES ACROSS BORDERS WSP’S MINING & METALS TEAM Simplicity Our simple structure provides rapid and informed decision making, ease of collaboration, sharing of resources and stronger Working together in an organized, systematic, disciplined manner to offer diversified services for clients whether global, regional, or local Connected Our global connectivity provides increased technical capabilities and opportunities to serve as the partner of choice for mining companies with strong ESG commitments Adaptability Strong commerciality and scaling of our solutions to adapt to the shifting needs of our clients and the market Partner Being a more responsive, knowledgeable and efficient business partner with our clients risk management Collaborative

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PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO PIT-TO-PORT / PIT-TO-PO Page 10 SOQ | Mine Environmental Services

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WE DO NOT ONLY ENVISION THE FUTURE. WE BUILD IT.

Our expertise doesn’t stop at the fence. As well as advising clients across the full mine lifecycle, we help them develop the vital infrastructure they need to connect them to the market – including roads, railway lines, ports, and harbors. From exploration to closure, pit to port, we provide comprehensive services to improve operations and enhance productivity in all market conditions.

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Environment & ESG

Resource Geology

„ Environmental & Social Assessment „ Geochemistry „ Air Quality/Noise Analysis „ Cultural Heritage „ Permitting Support Monitoring

„ Mineral Resource „ Estimates for Technical Reports: NI 43-101, S-K 1300, JORC „ Exploration Program Support „ Geologic & Grade Database Management „ Geostatistical & Grade Analysis „ Structural Interpretation & Modeling „ Grade Interpolation & Modeling

„ Safety, Industrial Hygiene „ Biodiversity/Biophysical „ Stakeholder Engagement „ Decarbonization „ Governance Services „ Human Health & Ecological

„ Risk Assessment „ GHG Management

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Mining & Metals Introduction

Mineral Processing

Mine Engineering & Stability „ Front End Studies „ Technical Due Diligence Reviews „ Mineral Reserve Estimates „ Technical Reports: NI 43-101, S-K 1300, JORC „ Mine Design, Planning, Material Balance & Cost Estimation „ Operational Site Support „ Heap Leach Facilities „ Geotechnical Data Collection „ Numerical Modeling „ Geophysics

„ Front End Studies „ Metallurgical Test Work Definition & Supervision „ Process Design „ Process Support & QP/CP for Mineral Reserve Estimates „ Technical Reports: NI 43-101, S-K 1300, JORC „ Detailed Engineering „ Operational Support Optimization

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Mine Water

Infrastructure

„ Surface Water Studies & Design „ Hydrogeology „ Pit & Underground Mine Dewatering „ Water Treatment Studies, Design, Construction & Operation „ Water Balances „ Water Quality Modeling „ Water Stewardship

„ Underground: Crushing, loading, etc. „ Ore Handling: Hoisting, Shaft, Conveyors, etc. „ Access Roads, Bridges & Pads „ Surface facilities: Plants, offices, shops, camps, etc. „ Power Generation & Distribution „ Marine, Ports & Coastal „ Railways & Airports

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Mine Waste

Mine Closure

„ Tailings & Waste Rock Facilities „ Systems Operations & Monitoring „ Site Geotechnical Engineering „ Dewatering Plants (Thickened/Paste/Filtered) „ Pipelines (Slurry/Thickened/Paste) „ Waste Management Planning

„ Closure Planning & Alternative Analysis „ Regulatory and Stakeholder Engagement & Approvals „ Engineering Design & Implementation „ Cover Design, Revegetation, & Rehabilitation Services „ Landform Design & Alternative Land Use „ Demolition „ Post-Closure Monitoring & Maintenance

„ Seismic Analysis „ Laboratory Testing

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FUTURE READY ®

WSP is committed to building ESG principles and processes into everything we do for our clients, applying our “future-ready” approach to help you anticipate, plan for and implement your Sustainability Goals. We have developed an ESG Framework (Scorecard) as a way of demonstrating and in some cases quantifying, how we have integrated ESG considerations into our client projects across the full spectrum of engineering services for our mining clients. WITH FUTURE READY ® WE SEE THE FUTURE MORE CLEARLY AND CHALLENGE OUR TEAMS ACROSS THE WORLD TO ADVISE AND DESIGN FOR THIS FUTURE AS WELL AS TODAY.

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Future Ready ®

A mine’s life can span decades. During that time

technologies will change, society will change, and the climate will change. Through Future Ready ® – we challenge and inspire our people to advise and design for the future as well as today. The result is resilient design that stands the test of time in an ever changing landscape.”

We analyze future trends through 4 lenses

Climate

Society

Technology Resources

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S / OBSESS THE

MINE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES WSP provides clients with mining-specific environmental services throughout the entire mining life cycle, from exploration and pre-feasibility and feasibility, through to operation, decommissioning and closure. Since no two mining projects are the same, we tailor our environmental services to the current stage of your mining project in order to meet your immediate and future needs.

Mining companies are adjusting to changes and are operating in a more sustainable manner, taking the biophysical, social and economic environments into consideration. Reputable mining companies are proactively contributing to the societies and communities in which they operate and report in accordance with global best practice. Our environmental and sustainability teams work with our clients, whether on an existing mine or new mine, to assist in meeting both societal and company environmental and sustainability goals. Our environmental services span the full spectrum including up-front investigations (biological, cultural, social and physical resources), development of plans of operations, impact analysis (Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)/National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance ), permitting, resources characterization (water quality, air quality, geochemistry), operational compliance, and closure and reclamation.

The mining industry has been transformed by society’s anticipation that mining operations meet more rigorous environmental standards. New, more demanding regulations have been adopted, aiming to protect the environment and resolve complex social issues. With these changing attitudes and regulations, we understand the importance of incorporating environmental data throughout the mine life cycle. Our environmental team works with our clients and engineering disciplines (mine design, geotechnical, civil, mechanical process) to address and incorporate environmental aspects and concerns into mine design, operating plans, and closure plans.

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DETAILS / OBSES

Keeping Up with a Changing Environment From climate change considerations to integrated assessments – combining ethical, health, equality, environment, and social dimensions – our experts have insights on the latest developments in the field. Ever- evolving technologies enable digital delivery and augmented reality, providing clients with a very concrete and realistic understanding of their project’s impact. There is also a greater focus on stakeholder engagement, public consultation, and strategic planning, where we have extensive experience. We help clients to position and optimize their projects with a view to maximizing acceptance from the populations that will be affected either directly or indirectly. A project’s social acceptability hinges on multi-sector studies and opinion or perception surveys, as well as on consistent communications with stakeholders. These processes make it possible not only to implement projects with higher levels of social acceptance, but also to adapt them more effectively to the local context. In addition, our strategic planning team helps clients to design and implement long-term strategic and economic planning objectives, including sustainable development planning. Community Focused

Local Expertise, Worldwide

With our multidisciplinary team of planners, ecologists, scientists, sociologists, archaeologists, anthropologists, historians, engineers, geographers, heritage specialists, economists, and communications experts, we are well positioned to analyze the natural and cultural environments in which projects are undertaken. We combine our experience with global standards such as the CDP, Equator Principles, and International Finance Corporation’s Performance Standards, with a thorough understanding of the local regulatory systems and cultural sensitivities. Our work reflects the specific needs of geographies and/or sectors. Our ability to draw on expertise from our offices around the world, across a broad range of environmental, social, economic, and technical disciplines throughout the firm, is a key factor in delivering successful results. We offer both management and technical delivery capabilities, embedding our impact assessment expertise in projects across all sectors.

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ENVIRONMENTAL & SOCIAL ASSESSMENT

Our Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and Planning teams specialize in the process of gaining approvals, permitting, licensing, and planning support. We work with organizations focused on investing, developing, or expanding existing assets, seeking on-going maintenance for their operations and infrastructure, or the closure of their facilities. We get involved at the strategic advisory, investment, procurement, due diligence, planning implementation, construction, and monitoring phases of any project. In each case, we work to deliver positive outcomes for all stakeholders. One of the early tasks needed as part of the ESIA/ NEPA compliance is the development of adequate baseline data. Baseline data is developed around the principles of environmental effects assessment, with consideration of evolving regulatory expectations and industry best practices. Scopes are defined by regulatory requirements and focused on project conditions and local concerns. We work closely with the regulatory agencies to determine the level of adequate data needed for the environmental effects analysis. Our NEPA experience includes preparing environmental impact statements (EISs), environmental assessments (EAs) and categorial exclusions (CEs) for a variety of industries and agencies including the Bureau of Land Management, United States Forest Service, Department of Energy, Bureau of Reclamation, National Park Service, Department of Defense, United States Army Environmental Command and many more. We have successfully worked on client prepared NEPA documents.

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Mine Environmental Services

WSP’s environmental and social assessment services includes: „ Social, health and cultural baseline surveys for local, regional and national study areas „ Land tenure, land use and resource use studies „ Conflict identification and management planning „ Socio-economic impact assessment , including environmental justice „ Social management plans „ Social Monitoring, auditing and evaluation plans „ Auditing compliance of social commitments „ In-migration risk-assessment „ Community development needs assessment „ National and local economic impact assessment „ Local Participation Plans Supporting natural biological and human environment disciplines including aquatic, terrestrial, species at risk, atmospheric, surface and groundwater, hydrogeology, geochemistry, wetlands, socioeconomics, archaeology, human and ecological health, our team can comprehensively complete all phases of environmental analysis from front end engineering design (FEED) studies and baseline investigations to permitting, monitoring, remediation, and reclamation. WSP will inform clients of opportunities for environmental stewardship, water protection, water management and support compliance with air, water, noise, and other operational permit conditions. WSP has tremendous experience in permitting documents such as Mine Plans of Operations, EA and EIS preparation as well as mine closure plans and cost estimates. In addition, WSP can support ESG goals with carbon emission reduction, carbon capture and green energy. „ Economic Impact assessment „ Social cost-benefit analysis

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GEOCHEMISTRY

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Having a clear understanding of the site geochemistry and its influence on water quality and waste management is a key discriminator between the success and failure of a mining project.

Our geochemistry experts have extensive experience in assessing existing geochemical conditions and predicting future outcomes related to acid generation, metals leaching and water quality, providing valuable input to baseline studies, environmental impact assessments, resource recovery, mine waste and mine water management programs, and mine closure studies.

WSP provides services for both simple and complex environmental systems at mining sites containing various material types and interactions. From sampling plan development through interpretation of analytical results and implementation of action items, our geochemists have a proven record of success

ACID ROCK DRAINAGE AND METAL LEACHING Acid rock drainage and metal leaching (ARD/ML) frequently affect mining operations, requiring careful evaluation during development, operation, and closure of mining facilities. WSP offers a wide range of ARD/ML related services, including: „ Characterization of mine wastes, geologic materials and construction materials „ Monitoring „ Evaluation of operational strategies for source control, abatement and mitigation „ Preparation of ARD/ML management plans „ Active and passive mine water treatment „ Reclamation/revegetation assessment and implementation „ Development of industry and regulatory guidance documents

HYDROGEOCHEMICAL MODELING WSP has extensive hydrogeochemical modeling capabilities and maintains a large, state-of-the-art software library. Hydrogeochemical modeling is a valuable tool for understanding the fate and transport of chemical constituents at mining projects and has been used by WSP for a wide variety of purposes over the entire mine life cycle, from exploration to post-closure, including: „ Generation and mitigation of ARD/ML „ Contaminant bioavailability „ Treatability studies „ Prediction of environmental impacts „ Background determination/baseline assessment (natural, mineralized, anthropogenic) „ Source apportionment and forensics „ Pit lake water quality „ Cyanide fate and transport „ Fate and transport of stable and radiogenic isotopes, radionuclides

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AIR QUALITY/NOISE ANALYSIS

WSP’s scientists and engineers provide a wide array of air quality, noise, vibration and other atmospheric science services to the mining industry.

WSP is a global leader in providing integrated and innovative solutions for air quality, noise, vibration, and acoustic challenges. With over 50 years of experience and a multidisciplinary team of experts, WSP delivers high-quality and cost-effective services that meet the needs and expectations of clients across various sectors and regions, including transportation, environment, power and energy, commercial and industrial, oil and gas, water, planning and advisory, property and buildings, and mining. WSP’s multidisciplinary team of experts includes engineers, scientists, consultants, technicians and project managers who have extensive knowledge and experience in air quality, noise, vibration and acoustic issues, as well as in related fields, such as meteorology, climatology, hydrology, geology, ecology, sociology, economics, and law. WSP’s team also has access to state-of-the

art equipment and software, such as air quality and noise meters, analyzers, samplers, noise and vibration modeling and simulation tools, acoustic design and testing tools, and geographic information systems. Our team has successfully completed hundreds of air quality and acoustics projects on a wide range of sites, including airports, highways, railways, ports, industrial facilities, power plants, mines, landfills, and urban developments. We offer in-depth and comprehensive air quality services covering all aspects of a project’s life cycle. Some of our services include emissions inventories, monitoring programs, health risk assessments, dispersion modeling, atmospheric emissions license applications and construction and environmental impact assessments. We also provide modeling and monitoring services related to environmental noise (acoustics) and indoor air quality.

WSP’S AIR QUALITY/NOISE ANALYSIS SERVICES INCLUDE: „ Meteorological and Air Quality Monitoring „ Emission Inventory

„ Air Quality Prediction ■ Model uses meteorological model to simulate the wind movement ■ Predicts pollutant concentrations for grid receptors or user defined receptors ■ Data for use in Human Health Ecological Risk Assessments

■ Identify pollutants and emission sources ■ Characterize emissions (US EPA AP-42) ■ Apply emission controls „ Fugitive dust management and monitoring plans

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ARCHAEOLOGY/CULTURAL HE

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ERITAGE

WSP’s cultural heritage/archaeology services support mining projects: from permitting to operations and maintenance to project close out. Our archaeologists and architectural historians are experienced in a wide array of mining projects, with our staff currently involved in assisting in archaeological studies throughout the United States and Canada. Our team is experienced, responsive and ready to support your mining project. Further, our archaeologists have long established, strong, and trusting relationships with State and federal agencies. „ Strategic Advisory / Due Diligence / Feasibility Studies / Risk and Damage Assessments „ Cultural Records Reviews and Desktop Reviews „ Archaeological Predictive Modeling „ Archaeological Surveys and Architectural Studies (Built Environment) „ Tribal Consultation „ Marine Archaeology „ Historic Properties Treatment Plan development and implementation „ On-site archaeological survey, testing/data recovery, and monitoring.

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PERMITTING SUPPORT & MONIT

WSP’s combined years of expertise bring even the most complicated projects to success. With WSP’s understanding of the local, state, and federal regulations, our insightful solutions and practical results help direct our clients to solutions throughout the mining lifecycle. WSP has tremendous experience in preparation of permitting applications and other documents such as Plans of Operations, federal/state/local air/water permits, reclamation and closure permits, hazardous material/ waste permits, NEPA compliant documents, and a multitude of other permits needed for mine operations. EA and EIS preparation as well as mine closure plans and cost estimates. In addition, WSP can support ESG goals with carbon emission reduction, carbon capture and green energy. With WSP, our clients rely on us for the application process, environmental assessments, technical and public hearings, mine lifecycle planning, closure plans, and many more disciplines we pride our work in. WSP continues to work with its clients and their challenges to help support the permitting process. Our expertise is working with clients through strategizing the permitting and regulatory process. For this process, we: „ Review applicable permitting, regulation, and ordinances at the local, state, and federal level „ Consult with environmental regulators, and public stakeholders and Indigenous peoples „ Integrate our knowledge and expertise into the application and mining lifecycle from cradle to grave „ Utilize advanced technical solutions for site management „ Continually integrate engineering and environmental support throughout the process During the mining process and the lifecycle of the mine, permitting support such as monitoring is required. With WSP, we provide comprehensive services to assist with monitoring compliance. Our services for monitoring compliance include waters, waste, closure, and post closure. Monitoring can include baseline surveys, reports, ecological restoration, reclamation, and other critical areas of interest.

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HUMAN HEALTH & ECOLOGICAL

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L RISK ASSESSMENT

Having a clear understanding of potential risks to human health and the environment helps to identify the positive and negative impacts that mining activities can have on the surrounding communities and ecosystems, allowing for proactive measures to be taken to mitigate environmental damage, protect biodiversity, and ensure responsible mining practices. WSP’s team of globally experienced human health and ecological risk assessors can conduct the quantitative and qualitative tools that can add value at every stage of the mining process. During pre-development and baseline studies, risk assessment can be used to predict how future operations may affect nearby communities and natural resources, but can also be used to eliminate areas from concern allowing project managers to focus resources on the most critical issues. During operational phases, human health and ecological risk assessments can be used to develop site-specific compliance goals for treated or untreated mining effluent discharge, airborne emissions, and particulate emissions that are protective of nearby communities, drinking water supplies, farmland and wildlife. These same tools can also help limit liability and aid emergency response in the event of an unexpected spill or release. As mines enter the closure and management phases, including legacy mines, human health and ecological risk assessment can be used to understand the effectiveness of long-term management systems and infrastructure and guide site remediation and restoration using site specific risk-based approaches. Risk assessment can even be used for screening candidate future lands uses and site redevelopment to generate revenue or facilitate land transfer.

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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SA

WSP has developed a reputation within and beyond the mining industry as a trusted partner for projects, large and small, that require third party expertise. WSP is familiar with H&S risks and controls associated with mining operations and is experienced in the risks associated with mining and associated processing facilities.

WSP is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment, including the training and resources required to enable its staff to perform their work in a safe and healthy manner. WSP’s approach to Health & Safety (H&S) management is based on proven methods and techniques, and accepted practices. We have designed a system that is practical, and on which we can build a H&S culture. A H&S management system manual, available to all staff electronically, forms the basis for mandatory training for all employees, and covers project H&S planning, incident investigations follow-up and planned inspections. Pressure to manage the impacts of developments on our environment is mounting. WSP offers practical solutions to balance economic growth and social improvements while protecting our natural resources. Focused on achieving environmental stewardship for our clients and communities, WSP provides comprehensive environmental planning, assessment, management and compliance services. This ranges from involvement at the earliest stages of a project, such as feasibility studies, to securing environmental approvals and subsequent monitoring and auditing to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. As part of our approach to environmental planning and management, we apply knowledge, creativity and the principles of sustainability to all projects. Our Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) specialists help clients across a wide range of industries to identify, manage and mitigate current and future risks and

liabilities. They take a long-term approach to business relationships, based on strong project delivery and a desire to understand and contribute to our clients’ success. From Protection to Compliance – The breadth of our expertise enables us to take a holistic approach to solving our clients’ challenges. We help ascertain whether their obligations are being met, develop and audit Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) management systems and address all other issues. WSP’s Human Health & Ecological services include: „ Health & Safety ■ Regulatory and corporate audits ■ Critical risk management ■ Program development „ Industrial Hygiene ■ Exposure monitoring for chemical, physical and biological agents ■ Expert testimony „ Ergonomic Services

■ Vibration monitoring ■ Job hazard analysis „ Radiation Protection ■ Exposure and compliance monitoring ■ Protection Plans „ Training Programs

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AFETY (EHS)

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STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

EFFECTIVE STAKEHOLDER AND ABORIGINAL/ NATIVE ENGAGEMENT ARE BASED ON THE PRINCIPLE OF ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING, RESPECTFUL AND EFFECTIVE RELATIONSHIPS.

WSP supports our clients and helps select and adapt the communication and engagement program to be utilized by the team based on a variety of criteria including: the scope and magnitude of the project, potential project effects, the range of stakeholders, Aboriginal/Native groups, the culture of the affected communities, and the intended purpose and outcomes of the engagement process. Where appropriate, our team utilizes Consultation Manager, a robust stakeholder management system that includes reporting tools, analytics, location mapping, sentiment tracking, and custom newsletter generation. This solution is for larger, multi-year projects that will have databases of 1,000+ people. As part of the project engagement and participation process, we can assist local Aboriginal/ Native groups in the collection and documentation of their traditional knowledge – an important data source regarding the natural environment and the relationship of people to the land and resources in order to effectively assess project effects.

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Our team coordinates stakeholder engagement and communications activities using a proven framework:

Discussions and Commenting: WSP gets involved to support our clients’ management of and engagement with key audiences. We provide coordination and communications as needed with our clients’ public information and communications staff to support interactions with local news media outlets and trade publications related to projects and the development of media advisories and news releases for distribution. We can determine opportunities and implement community outreach events, including pop-up meetings and open house public meetings and hearings, whether in-person or virtual. WSP can provide a variety of services related to managing discussions and commenting for projects: „ Project data collection and monitoring collaboratively with communities – We assist our clients with gathering crowd-sourced data collection, as well as community outreach for ongoing monitoring. „ Stakeholder surveys – We create opportunities to receive and analyze feedback from key audiences on critical community priorities. „ Social performance monitoring – We support our clients in the processes of measuring and evaluating how well we are meeting the established social goals.

Engagement and Communications Planning: We plan the work and then work the plan, developing upfront a clear understanding of project messaging, project informative materials and resources to be created to communicate the nature of a project’s scope, timing, and local impacts. We work collaboratively to align project milestones with stakeholder engagement activities. We develop key audiences contact lists of stakeholder groups in consultation with our clients and project partners. We identify the best ways to use social media channels and other web assets. Social Risk Assessment: As part of our planning, we work with the technical teams to devise a social risk assessment (SRA) through a process that identifies and analyzes the social, economic, and cultural factors that could impact a project. WSP’s goal in supporting this type of assessment is to build trust and transparency between a project and the local community. engagement and communications for each stakeholder group (e.g., brochures/fact sheets with FAQs, media releases/relations, e-mail/flyer marketing campaigns, presentations and public meeting materials including boards/exhibits). Project Broadcasting: Our team can create and distribute content for

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We are one of the world’s top professional services firms, bringing together some of the brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe. We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. We see the world through a Future Ready ® lens, fuelled by a shared commitment to making a positive impact—one project and community at a time.

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