Anaconda Mining Named 2016 Miner of the Year by CIM Newfoundland Branch

Anaconda Mining (TSX:ANX) has announced that it has been selected as the 2016 Miner of the Year by the Newfoundland Branch of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum.
As quoted in the press release:

Anaconda was recognized for its achievements in advancing production at the Point Rousse Project, located on the Ming’s Bight Peninsula in the Baie Verte Mining District, as well as for its contributions to the communities in which it operates.
In addition, Anaconda’s VP of Exploration, Paul McNeill, was elected as Vice President of CIM’s Newfoundland Branch.
President and CEO, Dustin Angelo, states, “It is truly an honour to have our team recognized by the Newfoundland Branch of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum, as Miner of the Year for 2016. Through the cooperative efforts of our entire workforce and contractors, Anaconda has increased gold production and expanded its presence in the region. We are proud of our unique company culture dedicated to innovation, continuous improvement and building a better future for all of our stakeholders. Company representatives especially appreciated the reference at the awards banquet to our contributions over the past year in support of community organizations in the province, including the Baie Verte region.”

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