Fortuna Mining Corp 6-K, filed Apr 13, 2021
Fortuna Mining Corp. (FSM)
About this 6-K
Fortuna Mining Corp filed this 6-K on April 13, 2021.
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Form 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANTTO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the month of April 2021
Commission File Number 001-35297
Fortuna Silver Mines Inc.
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
200 Burrard Street, Suite 650, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6C 3L6
(Address of principal executive office)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
FORM 20-F ¨ FORM 40-F þ
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1): ¨
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(7): ¨
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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| Date: April 12, 2021 | By: | /s/ "Jorge Ganoza Durant" |
| Jorge Ganoza Durant | ||
| President and CEO |
Exhibits:
99.1 Newsrelease dated April 12, 2021
Exhibit 99.1
| NYSE:<br> FSM | TSX: FVI www.fortunasilver.com | NEWS RELEASE |
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Fortuna releases 2020 Sustainability Report
Vancouver,April 12**, 2021: Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. (NYSE: FSM) (TSX: FVI)** is pleased to announce that it has published its 2020 Sustainability Report which is aligned with the Global Reporting Initiative Standards and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Metals and Mining Standard. The Sustainability Report includes an ESG for Investors section, and shares Fortuna’s sustainability commitments for 2021 to 2025 on key environmental, social, and governance indicators according to an updated materiality assessment. The Company has also begun to align its climate-related disclosure with the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures.
Jorge A. Ganoza, President and CEO, commented, “2020 worldwide events and constraints implemented in the context of controlling the COVID-19 pandemic reinforced the importance of sustainable development, good governance, risk management and strong relationships with stakeholders.” Mr. Ganoza added, “We remain focused on sustainable silver and gold mining, while generating shared value over the long term for our shareholders through efficient production, mitigation of impacts to the environment, and social responsibility.” Mr. Ganoza concluded, “Sustainability has always been, and continues to be, integral to our operations.”
2020 Sustainability Reporthighlights
| ü | Zero tailings dam incidents, zero significant spills, and<br>zero significant environmental fines |
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| ü | A continuing trend in the reduction of freshwater withdrawals<br>and consumption |
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| ü | Zero work-related fatalities among employees and contractors |
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| ü | An increase in the percentage of women employees to 20%,<br>and an increase in the percentage of women in management positions to 17% |
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| ü | Zero significant disputes with local communities |
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| ü | Zero confirmed cases of corruption, discrimination, or human<br>rights violations |
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The Sustainability Report for the fiscal year 2020 is available on Fortuna’s website. We welcome questions or feedback on our report at sustainability@fortunasilver.com.
About Fortuna Silver MinesInc.
Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. is a Canadian precious metals mining company with operations in Peru, Mexico, and Argentina. Sustainability is integral to all our operations and relationships. We produce silver and gold and generate shared value over the long-term for our shareholders and stakeholders through efficient production, environmental protection, and social responsibility. For more information, please visit our website.
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ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
Jorge A. Ganoza
President, CEO, and Director
Fortuna Silver Mines Inc.
Trading symbols: NYSE: FSM | TSX: FVI
Investor Relations:
Carlos Baca
T (Peru): +51.1.616.6060, ext. 0
E: info@fortunasilver.com