Ontario Court of Appeal Dismisses Appeal Over Alleged Human Rights Abuses Near Barrick's North Mara
The Ontario Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal made by Tanzanian residents alleging human rights abuses by the Tanzanian Police Force near Barrick's North Mara gold mine. Barrick Mining Corporation, listed on NYSE and TSX, welcomed the decision, which upholds a previous ruling by the Superior Court of Ontario. The court found that Ontario is not the appropriate forum for these claims, which should be adjudicated in Tanzania. Barrick maintains a zero tolerance policy for human rights violations and asserts that the Tanzanian Police Force acted independently of the company. Barrick's president and CEO, Mark Hill, expressed pride in the company's work in Tanzania, emphasizing its role in job creation, economic development, and improving the lives of Tanzanians. 
