Ontario Court of Appeal Dismisses Human Rights Abuse Appeal Against Barrick's North Mara Operations
The Ontario Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal by Tanzanian residents alleging human rights abuses by the Tanzanian Police Force near Barrick Mining Corporation's North Mara gold mine. The court upheld a previous ruling by the Superior Court of Ontario, which determined that Ontario is not the appropriate jurisdiction for these claims, suggesting they should be addressed in Tanzania. Barrick Mining Corporation, listed on the NYSE and TSX, has welcomed this decision, emphasizing its zero-tolerance policy for human rights violations by its employees, contractors, or any third parties. The company maintains that the Tanzanian Police Force acted independently of Barrick. Barrick's president and CEO, Mark Hill, stated that the company is committed to working with the Tanzanian government and local communities to foster economic development and improve living conditions. 
