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Whereas mining has made a significant historical and economic contribution to the development of Canada;
Whereas minerals and metals mined in Canada contribute significantly to Canada’s economy, including international trade;
Whereas a prosperous mining industry committed to sustainable development will continue to play a major role in job creation and in the economic well-being of all Canadians;
And Whereas, by Order in Council P.C. 1995-722 of May 2, 1995, His Excellency the Governor General in Council has directed that a proclamation do issue designating the week commencing on the second Monday of May every year as “National Mining Week”;
Now Know You that We, by and with the advice of Our Privy Council for Canada, do by this Our Proclamation designate the week commencing on the second Monday of May every year as “National Mining Week”.
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