The Code demonstrates a comprehensive commitment to ethical business practices. It sets high standards for labor relations, human rights, anti-discrimination, environmental sustainability, and overall corporate transparency. These robust internal policies help ensure that the company upholds social responsibility and protects against practices that could be exploited to support authoritarian agendas.

Code of Business Conduct and Ethics

Alamos Gold Inc.'s record showing that its top executive, John McCluskey, is engaged in official lobbying activities raises concerns from an anti-fascist perspective. Although his involvement is relatively limited in scope (less than 20% of his responsibilities), corporate lobbying remains a tool that can be used to influence policy in favor of corporate and authoritarian interests, potentially undermining democratic accountability.

Alamos Gold Inc / John McCluskey, President & CEO

The published ESG content details Alamos Gold’s efforts to address community challenges through a resettlement program and community infrastructure investments. This approach, including extensive consultations and adherence to international standards (e.g., IFC Performance Standard 5), demonstrates a commitment to upholding human rights and ethical labor practices. While there are inherent challenges linked to mining operations—such as increased pressure on local housing—these measures suggest that the company is actively working to mitigate negative social impacts and support local communities.

Communities - Alamos Gold ESG

The Human Rights Policy issued by Alamos Gold Inc. demonstrates a solid commitment to ethical labor practices and respecting human rights. It includes safeguards against discrimination and abusive practices, as well as expectations for suppliers and contractors to uphold similar standards. While the policy is comprehensive, the limited emphasis on unionization and collective bargaining indicates some room for improvement. Overall, the policy contributes positively by promoting practices that counteract authoritarian tendencies in corporate behavior.

Human Rights Policy (August 2020)

The article reports that Alamos Gold engaged in lobbying efforts targeting a Canada-Turkey trade deal. Given Turkey's increasingly authoritarian political landscape, this move can be interpreted as the company using its influence to shape policies in favor of its own interests, potentially at the expense of democratic transparency and public welfare.

Alamos Gold lobbying on Canada-Turkey trade deal