Overview
Function
The Mining Industry Advisory Board was established to provide non-binding independent strategic advice to the Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment on the mining and mineral exploration resource sector in the Northwest Territories.
Jurisdiction
Government of the Northwest Territories
Department Responsible
Department of Industry, Tourism & Investment
Authority
NWT Mineral Development Strategy (NWT)
Board Composition
The Board will be comprised of five to eight members, including the Chairperson.
Alternate Members
There are no alternate members.
The Strategy does not provide for the appointment of alternate members on the Board.
Chairperson
The Chairperson is appointed by the Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment from amongst the Board members.
Vice-Chairperson
There is no Vice-Chairperson.
Quorum
The Strategy is silent on quorum.
Appointment Instrument
Term Duration
A member holds office for a term of one year and may be eligible for reappointment.
Time and Travel Requirements
The Board meets twice a year at a mutually agreed location; one of these meetings will take place within the NWT and the other may be held by teleconference call, when necessary.
Remuneration
Members shall receive remuneration according to Executive Council classification and Financial Management Board Secretariat directives.
Category - Advisory
Chairperson – up to $300 per day
Member – up to $250 per day
Chair and members – 50% per half-day (i.e., 3.5 hours or less), for work on board business for each day of meetings
Other Considerations
Individuals appointed will have direct knowledge or expertise relevant to the NWT minerals industry in the areas of geoscience, policy and regulation as well as issues affecting the industry's future growth.