Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs
Purpose & Values
The drive for innovation and continuous improvement is at the heart of our purpose
Business Strategy
Climate change is at the heart of our business strategy
Innovation
Finding better ways to do things is in our DNA
We supply the metals and minerals used to help the world grow and decarbonise
Iron Ore
The primary raw material used to make steel, which is strong, long-lasting and cost-efficient
Lithium
The lightest of all metals, it is a key element needed for low-carbon technologies
Copper
Tough but malleable, corrosion-resistant and recyclable, and an excellent conductor of heat and transmitter of electricity
Bringing to market materials critical to urbanisation and the transition to a low-carbon economy
Oyu Tolgoi
One of the most modern, safe and sustainable operations in the world
Rincon Project
A long-life, low-cost and low-carbon lithium source
Simandou Project
The world’s largest untapped high-grade iron ore deposit
Providing materials the world needs in a responsible way
Climate Change
We’re targeting net zero emissions by 2050
Tailings
Details of our tailings facilities can be found on our interactive tailings disclosure map
Nature solutions
Our nature-based solutions projects complement the work we're doing to reduce our Scope 1 and 2 emissions
We aim to deliver superior returns to our shareholders while safeguarding the environment and meeting our obligations to wider society
Acquisition of Arcadium Lithium
Bringing our scale, development capabilities and financial strength to the Arcadium Lithium portfolio
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Our podcast discussing what needs to happen to create a sustainable future for the everyday items we have come to rely on
The 'f' word of innovation
How unlocking innovation requires a change of mindset
Reducing titanium oxide's carbon footprint
Our BlueSmelting technology could drastically reduce carbon emissions during ore processing
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There are a total of 4 First Nations in the Kitimat/Terrace area, and twelve First Nations’ traditional territories in the watershed near our operations.
In 2010, we signed the Haisla Legacy Agreement, establishing a collaborative working arrangement with the Haisla Nation for the next 30 years. Current focus areas include procurement, environmental protocols and employment, including contracts and permitting related to the Kemano T2 Project. We work closely with the Haisla community to ensure these focus areas remain relevant, continuing to define how we work together including prioritising First Nation businesses for contracting and employment opportunities. Since 2000, we have been collaborating with the Cheslatta Carrier Nation on initiatives ranging from land and forest management, to competitive contracting and reservoir stewardship projects. In 2017, with our support, the Cheslatta opened the Remote Industry Training Centre, to build a workforce to work on projects across a range of industries. In 2012, we returned 12,000 acres of land to the Cheslatta Nation which has led to a renewed protocol agreement. The geographical size of the Nechako reservoir touches many First Nations including those who are not directly adjacent to it. Currently we also have protocol agreements with the Nee Tai Buhn and Skin Tyee communities.
We recognise and respect the significance of the cultural heritage of our host communities, and ensure cultural heritage management systems are incorporated into all of our business activities and operations. For example, both the Cheslatta Nation and Haisla Nation have shared cultural awareness training with our employees. These interactive sessions aim to strengthen the partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, and to teach our employees about the people who lived on the territory before our operations existed. An example of this learning process is the use of blankets arranged on the floor to represent the land. As employees step across the blankets, they take on the roles of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people – and explore their history, language and stories of Canada's Indigenous people.
Finally, the Kitimat Public Advisory Committee (KPAC), which comprises more than 20 community organisations, including the District of Kitimat, Haisla Nation, Unifor 2301, Kitimat Chamber of Commerce and Ministry of Environment, serves as a source of community information on our operations, and conversely, ensures that community voices are heard and considered in BC Works decision making. Access KPAC meeting minutes and presentations.
In 2023, we spent C$281 million in British Columbia towards contracts and services, and contributed over C$517 million to the provincial economy. We work with local and Indigenous communities to ensure community members and affiliated businesses benefit from project opportunities.
We believe that by listening to our communities and considering their feedback, our operations and relationships can be improved. Whether it is a concern you have, or important feedback or suggestions for us, we encourage you to share it with us by contacting one of our local offices or emailing us. Any feedback requiring action will be investigated internally to determine the appropriate resolution. We are also committed to maintaining open channels of communication, and will ensure that all those that provide feedback receive a response as to how it has been considered. We will respond to feedback within 48 hours of receipt.
PO Box 1800
1 Smeltersite Road
Kitimat BC V8C 2H2, Canada
E: BC Works Enquiries
T: +1 250 639 8383
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With the exception of the use of cookies (explained below), Rio Tinto generally does not seek to collect personal data through this website. However if you choose to provide personal data to Rio Tinto through this website (for example, by sending us an email), we will process that personal data to answer your query and if relevant, to manage our business relationship with you or your company. We won't process that personal data for other purposes except where required to meet our legal obligations or otherwise as authorised by law and notified to you.
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