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January 19, 2017, No. 146 |
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SUPPORTING EXPLORERS ABROAD |
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PDAC 2017 ABORIGINAL PROGRAM |
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NEW ROADS FOR CANADA'S NORTH |
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EVERYTHING THAT IS #PDAC2017 |
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Mining sector sees 2016 resurgence |
In its MIG Insights, the TMX and TSXV listed its top five takeaways from 2016. PDAC is pleased to see the resurgence in the mining sector came in at Number 2. It showed that mining market capitalization was up 55% ($279 billion) and equity capital raised was up 38% ($9.4 billion) year over year. Strong index performance, a record year for tech listings, corporate listings on the rise, and first in new oil and gas listing globally completed the list. Learn more.  |
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Impacts of climate change regulation |
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This past December, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) announced a proposal to conduct consultation activities related to its Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting Program to better inform Canada’s national greenhouse gas inventory. ECCC proposed to lower the reporting threshold from 50,000 tonnes to 10,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent, starting with 2017 data. Learn more. |
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Support for explorers operating abroad |
PDAC and AME’s Integrated Social Responsibility Committee will host a gathering to discuss the Canadian government’s Trade Planning, Coordination and Responsible Business Practices Unit of Global Affairs Canada. The event will take place during the AME Roundup in Vancouver, and will introduce participants to:
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Contacts within the Canadian government who are relevant to international mineral exploration activities.
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Expectations of the Canadian government in the conduct of exploration activities.
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Sources of assistance to resolve matters before they might grow into conflicts.
Details: January 23, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Suite 1330, 200 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC. Email Rick Conte with any questions. |
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Don’t miss the Aboriginal Program at PDAC 2017 |
Register for an All Access Pass at the PDAC 2017 Convention to attend the Aboriginal Program. Made up of four sessions over two days, the Aboriginal Program offers an excellent lineup of speakers, including Chief Dr. Robert Joseph, Ambassador for Reconciliation Canada, who will deliver the keynote at the foundational session of the Aboriginal Forum: Reconciliation—The New Context for Relationship Building in Canada.
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Other sessions feature presentations related to community engagement in Canada and internationally, legal and regulatory issues, and the environment. This is an opportunity for Aboriginal communities, companies and the minerals industry to share knowledge, foster relationships and create partnerships. Watch the video to hear firsthand from past attendees, or email Lesley Williams with any questions. Learn more. |
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New roads for Canada’s north |
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The Federal Government has announced they will pay 25 per cent of costs to build an all-season road to Whati, Northwest Territories, through the P3 Canada Fund. The Tlicho road will join the Tlicho community of Whati to the Mackenzie Highway, providing improved transportation access for the mineral and mining industry operating there. Supporting mineral exploration in remote and northern Canada is a PDAC priority and a recommendation for Federal Budget 2017. PDAC welcomes this announcement. Learn more. |
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Human Resource Development |
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Be a PDAC 2017 industry partner |
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Companies are invited to apply as an Industry Partner for the Student-Industry Networking Luncheon held at the PDAC 2017 Convention on March 7. This is a free opportunity to market your company to students, recent graduates and professionals. Industry Partners receive a counter-height table to display their materials and showcase their company, projects and opportunities. Learn more. |
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Get funding to attend the PDAC 2017 Convention |
Save money! The Convention Travel Fund is set up to help student groups cover the costs of getting to Toronto for the annual PDAC Convention. Funding is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to apply is February 3. Learn more.
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Volunteers needed |
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Students have a unique opportunity to volunteer their time at the PDAC Convention in exchange for a complimentary All Access Student Pass, a luncheon ticket ($80 value), food vouchers, volunteer apparel, gift card and a volunteer certificate. Sign up today. |
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Register early and save
February 3: Early registration deadline. PDAC Members receive special rates!
February 6: Cut-off for hotel reservations at preferred rates (where applicable).
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Mobile convention website |
Works just like an app! On your smartphone or tablet, visit www.pdac.ca/convention to launch the mobile website. Plan your time and navigate the convention by building customized schedules into a smartphone calendar by adding events and presentations, locating and saving exhibitors and viewing floorplans.
Connect with us and use the hashtag #PDAC2017
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Events at a Glance |
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PDAC President Glenn Mullan and Executive Director Andrew Cheatle are attending the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference 2017 in Vancouver, January 22-23.
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Glenn and Andrew are participating in the AME Roundup 2017 in Vancouver, January 23-24. Glenn will present at the Regional Overviews, Celebrating Our Success in Exploration and Discovery. Find PDAC representatives at booth 1001.
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PDAC is a keynote speaker at Future Mine & Mineral 2017 in Stockholm, Sweden, January 30-31.
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Glenn will accompany the Honorable Jim Carr, Minister of Natural Resources on his Mission to Mexico, February 1-2.
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Glenn is attending Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa, February 6-9.
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Andrew is honoured to accept an invitation to Alternative Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa, February 6-9.
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