As many as five dead, and a dozen wounded. The grim headlines after a violent clash between protesters and police in Peru…cast a pall over the operations of Vancouver-based Bear Creek Mining…[I]t…wasn't the first time in recent months and years that a Canadian company, individual or industry has been seen in a less-than-flattering light internationally. This country has long benefitted from a strong corporate reputation abroad…being seen as a kinder, gentler version of our American neighbours. But some might question whether that's still the case, as the country gains attention, and sometimes notoriety, for everything from the oilsands to now re-jailed former media baron Conrad Black. [also refers to SNC Lavalin, Barrick Gold, Talisman Energy, TransCanada, Enbridge]