Taseko announces new board appointment

TSX-, NYSE- and LSE-listed Taseko Mines on Tuesday announced the appointment of Chief Crystal Smith to its board of directors.

Welcoming Smith to the board, Taseko chairperson Ron Thiessen said she had many qualities that would strengthen the board, highlighting her experience as the Haisla Nation’s elected chief councillor and her background in economic development of Indigenous-led and -supported industrial projects in British Columbia.

“Ms. Smith has been a champion for the responsible development of liquified natural gas on BC’s North Coast, while establishing numerous joint ventures and limited partnerships for the benefit of the Haisla Nation. Her leadership in facilitating resource development in British Columbia, and fostering mutually beneficial partnerships between industry and Indigenous groups, will greatly benefit Taseko as we look to advance our portfolio of projects in the province,” added Thiessen.