January 16, 2020

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AWARDS

Meet the PDAC 2020 Award Recipients

Six top international and domestic performers were selected in recognition of their excellence in the mineral exploration and mining industry:

Rudolf (Rudy) Wahl (Bill Dennis Award)
Lynda Bloom (Distinguished Service Award)
Hans Matthews (Skookum Jim Award)
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited's Nunavut Community Relations, Education & People Development Team (Sustainability Award)
Firuz Alizade and the Lidya-Hod Maden Exploration Team (Thayer Lindsley Award)
Touquoy/Moose River Mine Development Team (Viola R. MacMillan Award)

Recipients will be honoured at the Awards Gala & After Party in Toronto, March 3, during the PDAC Convention. Tickets are limited.

GEOSCIENCE & INNOVATION

Targeted Geoscience Initiative (TGI) booklet, out now

The Geological Survey of Canada’s (GSC) booklet provides highlights from research conducted in Canada over the past five years, which is aimed at improving the understanding of ore systems and their formation. Also available in French.

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

Pitch your idea for a new mineral exploration project

The Prospect Generation Challenge is a Dragon’s Den style event for students and early-career geoscientists. Five finalists in two categories will be chosen to compete for cash prizes and investment at the PDAC 2020 Convention. Submit your idea by January 24 or come support finalists on February 29. Hosted by Next Gen Geo and PDAC.

Participate in Flash Mentoring at PDAC 2020

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network and speak with industry professionals. This event is open to third and fourth year undergraduates, final year college students, graduate students, and students who have graduated within the last two years.

Volunteer at PDAC 2020 Convention

Students can volunteer at the PDAC Convention in exchange for a complimentary All Access Student Pass, ticket to a luncheon, food vouchers, volunteer apparel, and a volunteer certificate. Apply online.

Convention Travel Fund for student groups

We’ve set up a travel fund 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 7.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Canada and U.S. finalize Joint Action Plan on Critical Minerals Collaboration

As of January 9, 2020, the Canada-US Joint Action Plan on Critical Minerals Collaboration has been finalized. The plan will advance mutual interest in securing supply chains for minerals needed in important manufacturing sectors.

MEMBERSHIP

Register for our upcoming webinar

In our next member-only webinar on January 30, join Antoine Caté as he discusses Applications of Machine Learning to Mineral Exploration. The webinar will cover key concepts and case studies to illustrate the potential benefits and challenges of machine learning in mineral exploration. Renew your membership and sign up today!

Renew your 2020 membership today

Renew membership and update contact information to ensure your benefits continue throughout 2020. Perks include discounts on PDAC Convention registration fees and Short Courses, access to exclusive member-only webinars, and more. The early bird deadline on registration is February 7, so renew and save! Life members are not required to pay membership renewal fees.

Get your PDAC branded apparel today

There is still time to purchase jackets and toques online at our Official Store. Pre-ordered merchandise can be picked up at the PDAC 2020 Convention Members Pavilion on Level 800, MTCC South Building. Onsite purchases will also be available March 1-4.

PDAC CONVENTION

Connect with students and early career professionals

Take advantage of this free opportunity to promote your company to students and recent graduates by participating in a guided tour of the Trade Show and Investors Exchange, March 1-3. Sign up online.

HEALTH & SAFETY

Infographic on 2020 health & safety

The PDAC 2020 Occupational Health & Safety Infographic is out now! This year’s infographic focuses on particulate respiratory hazards in mineral exploration.

EVENTS AT A GLANCE

Find us at Booth 1001 at AMEBC Roundup 2020 in Vancouver, January 20-23
PDAC is participating as part of "Team Canada" at Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa, February 3-6

Prospectors & Developers
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