Our business activities intersect with our employees, contractors, Indigenous groups, and local communities, and we recognize that we hold a responsibility to respect the rights and well-being of those affected by our operations. Through open dialogue and ongoing engagement, we work to build strong relationships with stakeholders and rightsholders, and we seek to continuously receive feedback on our activities as this informs the future decisions that we make.
Our approach to social performance prioritizes a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, while also partnering and investing in the communities in which we operate, where many of our employees live. This includes entering into partnership agreements with Indigenous groups, proactively consulting on changes to our operations and activities with affected groups and individuals, prioritizing local hiring and procurement, and investing in community initiatives that contribute to long-term regional prosperity.
Wesdome’s Sustainability Policy guides how we manage social impacts across the Company and is reviewed annually. Mine site Human Resources, Health and Safety, and Environment & Sustainability teams work with the Company’s Senior Leadership Team to implement programs and partnerships and establish performance standards and procedures. Each year social performance objectives are included within Corporate and mine site scorecards to drive accountability, commitment to our values and continuous improvement.
Our workforce is the primary driver of our long-term success and operational excellence, and we understand that our performance depends on the well-being, skills, and dedication of our employees and contractors. We strive to create a corporate culture rooted in respect, honesty, and teamwork, while building a diverse workforce reflective of the regions in which we operate.
We seek to be a workplace of choice by implementing fair hiring practices, prioritizing proactive and meaningful engagement with our employees, supporting and encouraging honest and respectful communication and demonstrating a commitment to our employees by investing in talent development.
Our approaches are anchored in foundational policies including, Workplace Violence, Harassment, and Discrimination Prevention Policy, Health and Safety Policy, Fit for Duty Policy and our Human Rights Commitment Statement.
We are currently working to align with Level A in the Mining Association of Canada’s Towards Sustainable Mining Safe, Healthy and Respectful Workplaces Protocol and the Equitable, Diverse and Inclusive Workplaces Protocol.
We use a centralized Human Resources (HR) reporting system across our operations to support the consistent delivery of employee and contractor orientation and onboarding, ensuring all new hires complete the required documentation, and review and acknowledge our policies. The system also tracks employee training, goal and competency setting, and performance reviews, helping us manage performance and HR data more effectively.
The HR team also owns the Company’s Internal Communication Strategy to ensure a consistent and timely approach to Company-wide communications around new activities, people and organization changes, performance updates and accomplishments, as well as strategic plans and priorities.
Attracting and retainingtop talent
Creating an engaging and inclusive workforce
Investing in leadership development
Strengthening organizational effectiveness
The Company complies with all applicable labour laws and employment standards in the jurisdictions where we operate and respects employees’ rights to freedom of association and collective representation, in accordance with local legislation. Mine site Human Resources (HR) teams are available to provide confidential support on employment-related matters.
We conduct regular Employee Engagement Surveys, alternating between full engagement surveys and shorter pulse checks, to understand what matters most to our employees, assess the effectiveness of workforce practices, and inform updates to benefits and HR programs.
Employees can raise concerns through multiple channels, including meetings with site HR team members, site-based committees, and an anonymous whistleblower hotline.
We measure and report internally on relevant workforce data, including the number of full-time employees, contractors, turnover, employee grievances and workforce diversity. Details of our most recent initiatives and performance are available in our latest ESG Report.
728 †
Full-time employees
14%†
of Wesdome’s employees are women
40%†
of executive positions held by women
† Information as of December 31, 2025
The health, safety, and well-being of our workforce is our highest priority. As an underground mining company, we recognize the inherent risks associated with our operations and maintain robust systems and controls to protect employees and contractors.
Our approach focuses on identifying and managing risks before incidents occur through training, operational controls, emergency preparedness, and proactive monitoring of leading health and safety indicators. Performance is reviewed regularly by site leadership and senior management to identify trends, address gaps, and drive continuous improvement.
Our health and safety programs are guided by our values of Safety, Care, Ownership, and Excellence and supported by our Health and Safety Policy, Fit for Duty Policy, and Supplier Code of Conduct. We are also working toward Level A alignment with the Mining Association of Canada's Towards Sustainable Mining Safe, Healthy and Respectful Workplaces Protocol.
The inherent risks of underground mining include hazardous materials, ground control, energy control, and the operation of mobile equipment. Top safety risks are identified through quarterly reviews of our enterprise risk register, and mitigation and action plans are continuously updated to reflect changes in those risks. Our approach to effectively managing occupational health and safety risks rests on three pillars:
SYSTEMICACCOUNTABILITY
through our Occupational Health andSafety Management Systems
EMERGENCYPREPAREDNESS
through Crisis Management andEmergency Response Plans
CRITICAL CONTROLSAND AUDIT PROGRAMS
that ensure continuous compliancewith key safety practices
Both our operating mines, Eagle River and Kiena, have a comprehensive Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) that is aligned with provincial regulations in Ontario and Québec. Both OHSMS systems include internal responsibility systems, hazard identification and risk assessment, regular worksite inspections and incident reporting and investigations. Our OHSMS systems apply to all employees and contractors working at our sites.
The development, implementation, and coordination of OHSMS systems across our operations and exploration activities are led by our site-based Health and Safety teams. This includes delivering training, coordinating incident investigation and reporting, and promoting a culture of safety in which each employee and contractor understands they are responsible for their own safety and that of those around them.
When incidents occur, we promptly investigate, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. We treat each unwanted event as a learning opportunity. We believe that fostering a strong reporting and investigation culture through our OHSMS will enable us to better identify the root causes of unwanted events, learn from them, and implement sustainable measures to mitigate or eliminate the risk of recurrence.
While our primary focus is the prevention of incidents and injuries, we remain prepared to handle any emergencies that may arise. Both our operating mine sites have emergency response plans in place that outline procedures, resources, and training required to minimize the impacts of an incident on our employees and contractors, our operations and local communities. Our emergency preparedness approach also ensures planning for tailings facility-related incidents.
Our two mines, Eagle River and Kiena, are underground operations, and for this reason mine rescue teams form a core part of our emergency preparedness program. Teams include trained responders from across the site and are led by a Team Captain. We conduct risk assessments to identify physical, chemical, and other workplace hazards and train mine rescue teams in emergency response to ensure effective responses to real-world scenarios.
We have both Corporate and site-specific crisis management plans in place, with designated and trained management-level responders, including assigned media spokespersons, to support effective coordination and communication during emergency situations.
We track our health and safety performance by monitoring work-related Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rates (TRIFR), fatalities, near-miss frequencies, and any incidents of non-compliance with provincial or federal health and safety laws. For details on our annual performance, please refer to our latest ESG Report.
1.16 †
Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TRIFR)
0.81†
† Company-wide TRIFR. Information as of December 31, 2025
Respect for human rights is central to how we do business at Wesdome, guiding how we support our people, engage with communities, and conduct our business activities. We are committed to maintaining safe, inclusive workplaces and promoting fair and ethical practices across our supply chain and take a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential emerging risks in these areas.
We operate exclusively in Canada and have policies and systems in place designed to comply with all applicable federal and provincial labour laws which dictate fair and competitive compensation practices and prohibit both child and forced labour. In addition, we value the relationships we have with the Indigenous groups affected by our operations and are committed to maintaining proactive and ongoing dialogue in a manner that is considerate of Indigenous rights, perspectives, and traditions.
Through our policies and ongoing efforts, we work to identify and manage potential risks and ensure our activities align with recognized human rights principles and frameworks including the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights. Our business conduct is guided by our Human Rights Commitment Statement and Workplace Violence, Harassment and Discrimination Policy.
Eagle River is located in a remote area about 50 kilometres west of Wawa, Ontario, in land off the shore of Lake Superior.
As such, there is limited regular interaction with nearby communities and there are multiple camps on site to house workers. The mine is situated within the territories of multiple Indigenous groups and regularly consults with affected and interested Indigenous groups when contemplating changes to the mine’s footprint or to tailings and water management. In addition, on an annual basis, we also consult on all regional exploration programs. Further information about Eagle River is available on the Operations section of our website.
Kiena is located 10 kilometres from the city of Val-d’Or in the Abitibi region of northern Québec.
A large majority of the mine’s workforce lives in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region, which has a long mining history and several operating mines. The mine is situated within the ancestral lands of the Algonquin Anishinabeg Nation, and we regularly engage with Indigenous groups that have an interest in the project. A Community Monitoring Committee was also formed in 2020 and serves the main vehicle for engaging with community members, local government and other groups on the mine’s activities. Further information about Kiena is available on the Operations section of our website.
Building trust-based relationships with local communities and Indigenous groups in and around our operating areas is aligned with our values and purpose. We aim to foster positive relationships through respectful engagement, transparent grievance management and responsible social investment. We are committed to proactive and timely consultation with Indigenous groups with respect to any proposed activities that may impact a group’s ability to exercise their Aboriginal rights.
Through our commitments to local and Indigenous employment and procurement, and meaningful community investment we take steps to ensure that benefits from our operations are realized within local and affected communities. Our management approach and practices are guided by our Sustainability Policy and Environmental Policy, as well as the Mining Association of Canada’s Towards Sustainable Mining Indigenous and Community Relationships Protocol. We introduced a Supplier Code of Conduct in 2024 to set clear expectations for suppliers and contractors regarding our commitments and values.
Providing contracting and other opportunities to local and Indigenous businesses is of interest to our communities and a commitment we uphold. As part of contract evaluation, we prioritize suppliers that are based within the regions in which we operate as well as those that are partnered or wholly-owned by Indigenous groups or individuals. We also consider health and safety and environmental performance in our evaluation process, as well as local hiring practises, and training and development programs. It is important to us that we select suppliers that are aligned with our culture and values, and that our local communities and Indigenous groups see economic benefits from our business relationships.
Engagement at Eagle River and Kiena is guided by community and Indigenous engagement plans that outline how we interact with local communities and Indigenous groups. We maintain formal grievance mechanisms at both operations to provide accessible, transparent, and culturally appropriate channels for community members and Indigenous rights holders to raise concerns.
All grievances are documented, tracked, investigated, and addressed through defined processes and response timelines. Confidential and anonymous submissions are accepted where appropriate, and outcomes are regularly reviewed by site management to support accountability and continuous improvement.
As part of our Sustainability Management System, we are working to further standardize grievance management across the Company.
We encourage community members and Indigenous groups to provide feedback or raise any concerns regarding operations or activities at Eagle River. Members of the public can contact the mine by phone at 705-561-4555 or email, eaglecommunityrelations@wesdome.com or via the form below.
We provide financial and in-kind contributions to organizations and community groups in the Eagle River region, focused on economic development, education, wellness, environmental stewardship, and culture. Guided by community input, our approach includes both short-term contributions and long-term strategic investments that strengthen local communities.
We welcome requests for donations and sponsorships from community organizations, Indigenous groups, and local partners aligned with our Sustainability Policy and commitment to responsible social investment.
We encourage community members and Indigenous groups to provide feedback or raise any concerns regarding operations or activities at Kiena. Members of the public can contact the mine by phone at 819-738-4031 ext 5301, or email kiena.communaute@wesdome.com, or via the form below.
We provide financial and in-kind contributions to organizations and community groups in the Abitibi region, focused on economic development, education, wellness, environmental stewardship, and culture. Guided by community input, our approach includes both short-term contributions and long-term strategic investments that strengthen local communities.
The Company operates and does exploration on properties, which are subject to Aboriginal rights or titles, and all of our mineral claims and reserves are located on Indigenous land. We are committed to respecting the rights of Indigenous people affected by or interested in our activities by undertaking robust consultation processes, and where appropriate, entering into project agreements such as Relationship Agreements and Impact Benefit Agreements.
We consult with Indigenous groups whenever proposed changes to our operations have the potential to affect Aboriginal rights, guided by project-specific consultation plans that are informed by the Company's Indigenous Relations Standard. When consulting with Indigenous groups on permits or authorizations, we often provide capacity funding to support fulsome review of technical documents and reports, and we regularly invite groups to visit our mine sites to become familiar with our operations.
Guiding Principles for Indigenous Relations
UNDERSTANDING
We will work to understand and build long-lasting, trust-based relationships with Indigenous groups. We acknowledge that all communities are different and may have distinct interests and/or needs.
COLLABORATION
We will seek broad support through collaboration and cooperation. However, we also recognize that unanimous agreement may not always be possible. When we are unable to reach consensus, we will make sure that any non-consensus views are fully considered and accurately recorded.
COMMITMENT
All commitments made to Indigenous groups will be made in good faith.
TRUST AND RESPECT
Indigenous consultation must be conducted in a fair and respectful manner to build trust and credibility. We will strive to understand how Indigenous groups have traditionally used, and are currently using, the lands and resources near our operations.
OPENNESS AND ACCESS
Indigenous groups will have fair and timely access to relevant information. Consultation activities will be organized to maximize the effective use of time and resources. We will support and encourage meaningful participation by Indigenous groups, including discussions regarding reasonable and appropriate capacity funding. This includes working with Indigenous groups to identify their preferred means of engagement.
Wesdome’s management systems track community engagement and consultation activities, agreements with Indigenous groups, grievance management, community investment, and Indigenous and local procurement. For details on our performance in these areas, please refer to our latest ESG Report.
EAGLE RIVER
$207K†
Community Investmentand Donations
$18M†
IndigenousProcurement
KIENA
$181K†
$27M†