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Member Testimonials
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The PDAC is recognized as one of
the leading mineral industry associations in the world and
membership in this organization supports all the advocacy
efforts that champion development and sustainability of the
industry. Barrick is a long term and active corporate member of
the PDAC and a proud sponsor of some of the organization’s
excellent programs such as the annual convention, annual
Student-Industry Mineral Exploration workshop and Mining
Matters.
KAREN SUTHERLAND, DIRECTOR, EXPLORATION,
BARRICK GOLD
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The PDAC is an asset to the mineral industry – it offers its
members unparalleled networking opportunities through its annual
convention, provides current information on important issues,
and advocates on behalf of the industry. Serving on the Board of
Directors, as co-chair of the Aboriginal Affairs committee and
on other committees allows me to better understand broader
societal and regulatory issues. Performing an advocacy role on
the Aboriginal Affairs committee has been both professionally
stimulating and personally satisfying based on the progress the
PDAC has made towards increasing Aboriginal participation in our
industry.
DON BUBAR, PRESIDENT, AVALON RARE METALS
INC. |
As a global leader in exploration drilling products and
services, Boart Longyear is proud to be a member of the PDAC.
From the annual convention which brings the leaders of the
industry to Toronto to the support for student development, we
feel the PDAC is instrumental to the advancement of the mining
industry.
JOHN PIKE, SALES DIRECTOR – CANADA, BOART
LONGYEAR |
Collaboration with stakeholders is essential for the Mining
Industry Human Resources Council to develop solutions tailored
to the needs of our sector. Being a member of the PDAC connects
us to key stakeholders in the mining and mineral exploration
industries. We access this valuable network when developing our
programs, to share best practices and to continue to address the
common HR challenges of our industry.
RYAN
MONTPELLIER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MIHR – MINING INDUSTRY HUMAN
RESOURCES COUNCIL |
The PDAC has grown tremendously over the past few decades and it
continually proves to be an excellent advocate for the mineral
industry in areas such as legislation, financial resources,
mineral development and technical knowledge. It serves its
membership by providing an excellent platform for exchanges in
all aspects of the mineral exploration process, particularly
through its world renowned annual convention.
MARCEL
MORIN, LIFE MEMBER |
The PDAC is the national voice for promoting economic and social
sustainability of Canada’s exploration and mining sector through
its wide range of programs. Its annual convention is the
“must-attend event” of the year for anyone interested in
learning and sharing experiences and marketing goods and
services to a wide range of delegates. The annual PDAC
convention is the most significant and effective marketing event
for Ontario’s Ministry of Northern Development, Mines and
Forestry.
SEAN MACLEAN, MINES AND MINERAL INFORMATION
OFFICER, ONTARIO MINISTRY OF NORTHERN DEVELOPMENT, MINES AND
FORESTRY |
The PDAC holds an important place in the global minerals
industry. Through its publications, events and annual
convention, the organization greatly contributes to industry
growth and development of the minerals community, and thus the
global economy. From humble beginnings over 50 years ago as a
small Canadian group of research scientists, SGS Minerals
Services has grown into the international industry leader. We
have been a corporate member of the PDAC and a sponsor of the
annual convention for many years. This membership keeps us in
the forefront as the needs of our industry continue to evolve
and as the range of services we provide continues to grow.
JEAN RICHARDSON, GLOBAL MARKETING DIRECTOR, SGS MINERALS
SERVICES |
The PDAC is fundamentally important to the mineral industry in
Canada. The association addresses relevant issues such as
Aboriginal affairs and CSR and advocates for the overall success
of the industry. Student programs offered through the PDAC have
provided me with excellent opportunities and resources to make
contacts and forge a career path. Events such as the student
industry networking luncheon held at the PDAC convention, as
well as the student industry mineral exploration workshop
(S-IMEW) and the ABC’s of Mining course have proved to be
invaluable in helping me achieve my goals. I look forward to
attending future PDAC conventions!
RENATA SMOKE,
STUDENT GEOLOGIST, NORONT RESOURCES CURRENT STUDENT OF
UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN ONTARIO |
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