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  • June 4, 2021 - Publication of the Fifth Issue of the Wasamac Newsletter

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    We are pleased to present the 5th issue of our newsletter, which covers a variety of topics and includes project updates, the announcement of an upcoming neighbourhood meeting, and news about the online platform. It also covers feedback on the creation and structure of the Task Force, the consultations held with First Nations, the environmental assessment process and the last neighbourhood meeting of February 2021.

    Lastly, we include information on the exploration program as well as an interview with Myriam Cousineau about the measures put in place to mitigate drilling noise.

    The newsletter was distributed by mail to the neighbourhood and is available in digital form here on the online platform. We encourage you to read it!


    We are pleased to present the 5th issue of our newsletter, which covers a variety of topics and includes project updates, the announcement of an upcoming neighbourhood meeting, and news about the online platform. It also covers feedback on the creation and structure of the Task Force, the consultations held with First Nations, the environmental assessment process and the last neighbourhood meeting of February 2021.

    Lastly, we include information on the exploration program as well as an interview with Myriam Cousineau about the measures put in place to mitigate drilling noise.

    The newsletter was distributed by mail to the neighbourhood and is available in digital form here on the online platform. We encourage you to read it!


  • May 12 - The Task Force with immediate neighbours and the community is formed

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    Some thirty people took part in the self-designation meeting of neighbourhood representatives held on April 8 on the Zoom platform. The meeting confirmed the mandate and designated the members and alternates who will meet approximately once a month, with invited resource persons, to discuss the Wasamac underground mining project. Minutes of the Task Force meetings will always be available to the public in the Task Force section of this platform. The minutes of the self-designation meeting have already been posted.

    The newly formed Task Force met for their first working session on April 28. The meeting was an opportunity to better get to know each other and to formally agree on operating rules that will allow all parties to participate on the Task Force.

    The table below lists the individuals who joined the Task Force upon its creation. Other resource persons will also be invited in keeping with subjects tabled for discussion.


    Some thirty people took part in the self-designation meeting of neighbourhood representatives held on April 8 on the Zoom platform. The meeting confirmed the mandate and designated the members and alternates who will meet approximately once a month, with invited resource persons, to discuss the Wasamac underground mining project. Minutes of the Task Force meetings will always be available to the public in the Task Force section of this platform. The minutes of the self-designation meeting have already been posted.

    The newly formed Task Force met for their first working session on April 28. The meeting was an opportunity to better get to know each other and to formally agree on operating rules that will allow all parties to participate on the Task Force.

    The table below lists the individuals who joined the Task Force upon its creation. Other resource persons will also be invited in keeping with subjects tabled for discussion.


  • May 11, 2021 - Yamana Gold is proud to support the construction of the Centre Aquatique de Rouyn-Noranda

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    As the Quebec governement announced on May 11th, there will be investments in facilities in the region, notably for the Centre aquatique de la Ville de Rouyn-Noranda. This funding, granted by Québec, is possible among other things because of the financial participation of Yamana Gold, which supports the project as an executive and exclusive partner, by offering a $2M financial compensation.

    At WASAMAC, we hold the view that the construction of an aquatic center in Rouyn-Noranda will contribute to the vitality of the territory and the quality of life of its residents.

    After all, the lack of adapted pools to the needs of rouynorandians is obvious. This project represents a solution to this challenge and it will make a difference in the lives of over 43,000 people (youths, families, seniors, athletes, etc.).

    We are happy and proud to associate to this structuring project, which falls in our desire to be a leverage for positive change for the collectivity in a perspective of sustainability.

    The WASAMAC project gives particular importance to humility, equity, audacity and family in its management philosophy. Our participation to the construction of the Centre aquatique de Rouyn-Noranda is consistent with the values and involvements that we embrace.

    As the Quebec governement announced on May 11th, there will be investments in facilities in the region, notably for the Centre aquatique de la Ville de Rouyn-Noranda. This funding, granted by Québec, is possible among other things because of the financial participation of Yamana Gold, which supports the project as an executive and exclusive partner, by offering a $2M financial compensation.

    At WASAMAC, we hold the view that the construction of an aquatic center in Rouyn-Noranda will contribute to the vitality of the territory and the quality of life of its residents.

    After all, the lack of adapted pools to the needs of rouynorandians is obvious. This project represents a solution to this challenge and it will make a difference in the lives of over 43,000 people (youths, families, seniors, athletes, etc.).

    We are happy and proud to associate to this structuring project, which falls in our desire to be a leverage for positive change for the collectivity in a perspective of sustainability.

    The WASAMAC project gives particular importance to humility, equity, audacity and family in its management philosophy. Our participation to the construction of the Centre aquatique de Rouyn-Noranda is consistent with the values and involvements that we embrace.

  • April 28, 2021 - Participation in Quebec Mining Week

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    Yamana Gold is proud to support Quebec Mining Week, which runs from April 26 to 30, 2021. The company has published a full-page ad in the special edition of Le Citoyen newspaper, outlining the company’s efforts around the Wasamac underground mining project – an innovative, inclusive project that is well integrated into its physical and human environment.

    The special insert can be found here:

    https://www.lecitoyenvaldoramos.com/archives-et-cahiers-speciaux/28-04-2021-semaine-miniere-2021(External link)

    Please feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions about the Wasamac project.

    By phone: 1-833-510-0330

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com

    Through our online platform: www.consultationswasamac.com

    Yamana Gold is proud to support Quebec Mining Week, which runs from April 26 to 30, 2021. The company has published a full-page ad in the special edition of Le Citoyen newspaper, outlining the company’s efforts around the Wasamac underground mining project – an innovative, inclusive project that is well integrated into its physical and human environment.

    The special insert can be found here:

    https://www.lecitoyenvaldoramos.com/archives-et-cahiers-speciaux/28-04-2021-semaine-miniere-2021(External link)

    Please feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions about the Wasamac project.

    By phone: 1-833-510-0330

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com

    Through our online platform: www.consultationswasamac.com

  • April 26, 2021 – Start of Environmental Field Surveys This Spring

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    A series of environmental surveys in the area of the Wasamac underground mining project will begin in connection with the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).

    The surveys will be carried out by WSP employees or other consultants involved in the EIA. You may now consult the dates and subjects of the various surveys; the information will be posted in the right-hand menu of the Environmental Impact Assessment section of this platform. This section will be updated as campaigns are planned.

    Most of the surveys will take place on Yamana property or on public land. With regard to surveys on private property, the owners will be contacted and asked for permission.

    Workers who are required to use the area for the studies have been advised to avoid using rang des Cavaliers for their travels and to park on Yamana-owned property whenever possible.

    Marcel Saint-Pierre, project superintendent for Yamana, will oversee the field activities.

    Please feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions about the environmental surveys.

    By phone: 1-833-510-0330

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com(External link)

    Through our online platform: www.consultationswasamac.com

    A series of environmental surveys in the area of the Wasamac underground mining project will begin in connection with the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).

    The surveys will be carried out by WSP employees or other consultants involved in the EIA. You may now consult the dates and subjects of the various surveys; the information will be posted in the right-hand menu of the Environmental Impact Assessment section of this platform. This section will be updated as campaigns are planned.

    Most of the surveys will take place on Yamana property or on public land. With regard to surveys on private property, the owners will be contacted and asked for permission.

    Workers who are required to use the area for the studies have been advised to avoid using rang des Cavaliers for their travels and to park on Yamana-owned property whenever possible.

    Marcel Saint-Pierre, project superintendent for Yamana, will oversee the field activities.

    Please feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions about the environmental surveys.

    By phone: 1-833-510-0330

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com(External link)

    Through our online platform: www.consultationswasamac.com

  • April 23, 2021 – Restoration of our first exploration site

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    Drilling Equipments

    We started the exploration program at the end of March. So far, we have drilled two holes on a property located in the Wasamac rural road area. We have already begun to restore the property, as you can see in the attached photo. Our team is currently working in the Wasamac property area a little further south.

    Drilling platform prio to the restauration work

    Drilling platform after the restauration work

    Access road prior the restauration work

    Access road after the restauration work


    For more details on the first phase of the exploration program, or to give feedback about it, go to the section of the online platform that addresses this topic.

    We remind you that if you have any questions or comments about the Wasamac underground mining project, you may contact us as follows:

    By phone: 819-763-1085

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com(External link)

    Through our online platform: www.consultationswasamac.com

    Drilling Equipments

    We started the exploration program at the end of March. So far, we have drilled two holes on a property located in the Wasamac rural road area. We have already begun to restore the property, as you can see in the attached photo. Our team is currently working in the Wasamac property area a little further south.

    Drilling platform prio to the restauration work

    Drilling platform after the restauration work

    Access road prior the restauration work

    Access road after the restauration work


    For more details on the first phase of the exploration program, or to give feedback about it, go to the section of the online platform that addresses this topic.

    We remind you that if you have any questions or comments about the Wasamac underground mining project, you may contact us as follows:

    By phone: 819-763-1085

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com(External link)

    Through our online platform: www.consultationswasamac.com

  • April 22, 2021 - Yamana Gold is proud to support the Mining Innovation Zone (MIZ) of Rouyn-Noranda

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    Yamana is proud to support the Rouyn-Noranda Mining Innovation Zone (MIZ) project: the result of a process of reflection undertaken by players in various sectors, such as mining, education, business and culture. The ZIM makes human beings the priority in the transition to a new era of mining – one that is more sustainable and more in tune with its environment. We believe that this is a promising project for the community, one that will allow us to underscore the industry’s knowledge, resources and experience in mining, both nationally and internationally. The expertise and synergies developed within the MIZ will benefit both the community and the industry.

    Rouyn-Noranda's MIZ stands out because the mining industry is part of the city's DNA. In the context of a global energy transition that will involve the mineral sector and its critical and strategic mineral resources, the MIZ will be a key part of the solution that will allow Quebec to differentiate itself and make advances in sustainable development.

    To learn more about MIZ, please visit the following link:

    http://www.ville.rouyn-noranda.qc.ca/fr/page/zone-innovation-miniere/

    Yamana is proud to support the Rouyn-Noranda Mining Innovation Zone (MIZ) project: the result of a process of reflection undertaken by players in various sectors, such as mining, education, business and culture. The ZIM makes human beings the priority in the transition to a new era of mining – one that is more sustainable and more in tune with its environment. We believe that this is a promising project for the community, one that will allow us to underscore the industry’s knowledge, resources and experience in mining, both nationally and internationally. The expertise and synergies developed within the MIZ will benefit both the community and the industry.

    Rouyn-Noranda's MIZ stands out because the mining industry is part of the city's DNA. In the context of a global energy transition that will involve the mineral sector and its critical and strategic mineral resources, the MIZ will be a key part of the solution that will allow Quebec to differentiate itself and make advances in sustainable development.

    To learn more about MIZ, please visit the following link:

    http://www.ville.rouyn-noranda.qc.ca/fr/page/zone-innovation-miniere/

  • April 9, 2021 - Notice: Helicopter geophysical surveys

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    As part of the exploration program to develop the Wasamac underground mining project, geophysical work will be done by helicopter in early April 2021 in the vicinity of the Wasamac mining property in Evain. A map of the area flyover area is available on the www.consultationswasamac.com platform.


    The survey work will be carried out by Novatem Airborne Geophysics. The average altitude will be 18 metres on unobstructed routes. Where dwellings are present, the helicopter will increase its altitude to 90 metres over the buildings and will fly at an average speed of 125 km/hr. The aircraft used by the company is equipped with the quietest technology. The work will take place over a period of approximately one week.


    We remind you that if you have any questions or comments about the Wasamac underground mining project, our contact details are as follows :


    Telephone: 819-763-1085

    Email: wasamac@yamana.com(External link)

    Our online platform: www.consultationswasamac.com

    As part of the exploration program to develop the Wasamac underground mining project, geophysical work will be done by helicopter in early April 2021 in the vicinity of the Wasamac mining property in Evain. A map of the area flyover area is available on the www.consultationswasamac.com platform.


    The survey work will be carried out by Novatem Airborne Geophysics. The average altitude will be 18 metres on unobstructed routes. Where dwellings are present, the helicopter will increase its altitude to 90 metres over the buildings and will fly at an average speed of 125 km/hr. The aircraft used by the company is equipped with the quietest technology. The work will take place over a period of approximately one week.


    We remind you that if you have any questions or comments about the Wasamac underground mining project, our contact details are as follows :


    Telephone: 819-763-1085

    Email: wasamac@yamana.com(External link)

    Our online platform: www.consultationswasamac.com

  • April 7, 2021 - Notice of Commencement of Impact Assessment by the Canadian Impact Assessment Agency

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    Yamana Gold invites you to read the following update:

    The Canadian Impact Assessment Agency (CIAA) has begun its impact assessment of the Wasamac underground mining project in accordance with the Impact Assessment Act.


    For further details about this update, follow this link:

    https://iaac-aeic.gc.ca/050/evaluations/document/138284?&culture=en-CA(External link)


    Should you have questions or comments regarding the Wasamac underground mining project, you may contact us:


    By phone: 1-833-510-0330

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com(External link)

    Through our online platform: https://www.wasamac-consultations.com/

    Yamana Gold invites you to read the following update:

    The Canadian Impact Assessment Agency (CIAA) has begun its impact assessment of the Wasamac underground mining project in accordance with the Impact Assessment Act.


    For further details about this update, follow this link:

    https://iaac-aeic.gc.ca/050/evaluations/document/138284?&culture=en-CA(External link)


    Should you have questions or comments regarding the Wasamac underground mining project, you may contact us:


    By phone: 1-833-510-0330

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com(External link)

    Through our online platform: https://www.wasamac-consultations.com/

  • March 23, 2021 – Task Force self-nomination meeting

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    The Yamana team invites neighbours and interested parties to participate on the Task Force



    This coming April 8 in the evening we will be holding our self-appointment meeting for the Task Force. The event takes place online via video conference from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.


    A number of topics will be discussed during this first meeting, including the proposed mandate, structure, and operating rules.


    It will be an opportunity to discuss with attendees the recommended timetable, subjects to be addressed, and appointments of members and alternates.


    In a spirit of inclusivity and diversity, our priority is to seek solutions as we share our vision of the Project with you.


    Everyone is welcome!



    To join the virtual meeting, or if you have questions or comments about the Wasamac underground mining project, contact us:



    By phone: 819-763-1085

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com

    The Yamana team invites neighbours and interested parties to participate on the Task Force



    This coming April 8 in the evening we will be holding our self-appointment meeting for the Task Force. The event takes place online via video conference from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.


    A number of topics will be discussed during this first meeting, including the proposed mandate, structure, and operating rules.


    It will be an opportunity to discuss with attendees the recommended timetable, subjects to be addressed, and appointments of members and alternates.


    In a spirit of inclusivity and diversity, our priority is to seek solutions as we share our vision of the Project with you.


    Everyone is welcome!



    To join the virtual meeting, or if you have questions or comments about the Wasamac underground mining project, contact us:



    By phone: 819-763-1085

    By email: wasamac@yamana.com