Spring 2017

Safety AwardRecognized for our outstanding commitment to safety Haile Gold Mine was honored with an Excellence in Safe-ty Award from the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce – for the second year in a row. The statewide safety award is presented to companies “‘achieving a commendable lost workday case rate during the previous calendar year.”

“From the beginning, safety has been our top priority and I am exceptionally proud of our Haile team,” said David Thomas. “Having Haile Gold Mine named as one of South Carolina’s safest workplaces by the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is a tradition we intend to work hard to keep.”

“Safety is a proactive priority,” said Lara Sims, Manager of

Health and Safety for Haile. “We set daily safety stan-dards, focusing on risk management. We identify potential hazards before they become problems. At Haile, we pride ourselves on creating safe work conditions.”

In addition to two South Carolina Chamber of Commerce safety awards, Haile Gold Mine has been recognized for safety by the Mine Safety Health Administration. Haile was honored in the category of Large Open Pit Group for 136,201 employee hours worked without a Lost Workday Injury.

Connecting with the Community

March 30, 2017, Haile Gold Mine employees featured with the 2017 SC Chamber of Commerce Safety Award. L to R: Holly Boitano, Terry Strong, Ryan Skidmore, John Keane, Amy McMaster and Lara Sims.

Haile Gold Mine exceeded its blood donation goal! On Friday, March 10, partnering with the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas, 21 Haile employees donating 21 units of blood, which will help 63 people in need in our local community. Each unit can help up to three people. Another blood drive is in the works.

Mary Demby Sammy Bowers Josue Mushadi

Kershaw Elementary School March 31, 2017.

Students in Lancaster County had a chance to see and feel real core samples and learn about the mining process during several school ca-reer days. Geology Land Man Joey Byrd led the exhibit at Buford High School and Roxanne Huffstetler, HRIS and Reporting Administrator, visited Kershaw Elementary School.

On April 20, Scott McDaniel, Environmental Manager for Haile spoke at the Blue Fin Restaurant in Columbia for the South Carolina retirees from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Services.

Elected leaders from the Town of Kershaw and Lancaster County met at the mine for a site tour on February 21, their first visit since gold production began.

Haile Gold Mine | 6911 Snowy Owl Road | Kershaw, SC 29067

Good News Spring 2017

In the SpotlightHaile’s Citizen of the Year

Dominic Piper, an Australian journalist with Paydirt Magazine, crossed the globe to visit the Haile Gold Mine. It was Piper’s first visit to the U.S. Piper’s article on the mine will be the cover story for the Diggers and Dealers edition to be published this summer. Paydirt is a monthly magazine with international circulation that features diverse coverage of the metals and minerals industry.

In April the Kershaw Chamber of Commerce presented Linda with its annual Citizen of the Year Award. As Haile’s Community Relations Coordinator, Linda’s integrity and commitment to Haile make her a true reflection of what this award represents. “Linda, without exception, embodies the demonstration of our core values,” said David Thomas. “She is genuinely engaging in and serving the community and always represents OceanaGold in an impeccable manner.” Linda is always ready and willing to help no matter the assignment. She puts the company first and works hard to make sure every need is met and every detail handled. Congratulations, Linda! We are proud of you and thank you for your dedication.

April 11, 2017, L to R: Heather Matthews, Sonya Poole, Eddie White, Linda White, David Thomas, Glenda Parkman, Beverly Adams.

L to R: Dominic Piper, Michael Deal and Meaghan Norman (of NP Strategy) pose for a picture at the processing facility overlook on March 21, 2017.

Deidra Mason, Contract Administrator in the Accounting Department, and her son Brendon, 12, were featured on the cover of the January edition of The Life in Dilworth, a local publication highlighting life in the Charlotte suburb.