At Falconbridge, sustainable development is the implementation of practices and policies that contribute to the well-being of the environment, economy and society to address the needs of customers, suppliers, shareholders, employees, government, the general public and the communities in which we operate, without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

In other words, we make decisions and adopt practices that contribute to our communities and the natural environment, while generating positive financial results, both today and tomorrow.

Sustainable Development Policy
The Falconbridge Sustainable Development Policy communicates our core values and guides our business activities and actions, wherever we operate. The Policy is endorsed by the Company's CEO, President and Senior Vice-President for Environment, Health & Safety, and all Falconbridge employees and contractors have the responsibility to support its commitments.

Sustainable Development Policy (PDF – 64 KB)

Code of Ethics
The Falconbridge Code of Ethics sets a high standard of ethical behaviour throughout the Company. The code requires us to make decisions with due consideration for human rights, the provision of a living wage to all workers worldwide, a diverse workforce that encourages upward mobility, respect for indigenous rights, environmental improvement, transparency in our conduct and a commitment to sustainable communities. A procedure exists for employees to confidentially report issues of non-compliance to designated individuals or through the Company's Ethics Hotline.

Code of Ethics (PDF – 95 KB)