Virtual convention FAQ

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect travel and major gatherings, we recognize that staying connected is more important than ever for members, exhibitors, sponsors, attendees and numerous partners. The decision to move forward with a virtual event offers a safe and innovative solution for the industry to access our outstanding programming, investment and networking opportunities. We will share further updates as they become available. We are excited to welcome you to our iconic PDAC 2021 Convention in a new virtual setting.

The Convention will take place around its original dates of March 7-10 — join us from anywhere in the world. Exact dates will be confirmed in the coming weeks.

The Convention will take place within a virtual venue called a platform, comparable to a physical venue (e.g. Metro Toronto Convention Centre). Event components that participants would traditionally experience in-person will be presented virtually. A virtual convention offers attendees more benefits than ever before. Exhibitors will showcase information and interact with participants at virtual booths through video/text chats and relevant links/resources. Participants will network in virtual lounges, 1:1 video meetings, chat rooms and in other virtual gathering areas. And, as with any PDAC Convention, you can expect a lot of fun! As we firm up details, we will post more information about programming and events, and tips on how to make the most out of this experience. 

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS: Access to a broader global audience and even more valuable business connections with thought leaders, investors and industry colleagues worldwide. 

MATCHMAKING: Facilitated matchmaking based on all participants’ interests in order to deliver the most focused networking experience.

EXPERIENCE THE ONLINE EXHIBIT HALL: Discover solutions that help push your business forward, book meetings with leading companies and text/video chat with exhibit staff during show hours.

MUCH MORE THAN A WEBINAR OR VIDEO CONFERENCE CALL: Move around the virtual convention to attend various interactive presentations with breakout sessions and group discussions among your peers - it’s just like being in the same room together. Customize your own agenda to fit your work schedule and time zone.

BROADER ACCESS: The virtual convention can be accessed from all mobile and desktop devices, all you need is a high-speed internet connection. Attend virtual networking lounges, educational sessions and entertainment all from the comfort of your home or office. 

We plan to include all our traditional programming areas in the PDAC 2021 Convention.

Some sessions will begin later in the day/evening to reach attendees in key time zones. Additionally, sessions will be available to view on-demand after airing.

As we are currently finalizing the details, we recommend that for budgeting purposes you use 2020 exhibit space rental and attendee registration fees. Do factor in that in a virtual format, there will be no need to budget for flights or accommodation. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

Attendees will continue to create powerful connections in a virtual format. Network with peers in virtual networking lounges, explore the virtual exhibit hall to talk to exhibitors via text or video chat, pop into presentation sessions and ask questions by typing them in the text chat or Q&A fields, find your friends in the searchable attendee list, attend virtual networking events and entertainment.

The virtual convention provides an opportunity for speakers to present from anywhere around the world. Our technical team will provide support for speakers and moderators prior to and during the convention.

PDAC 2021 will include a virtual exhibit hall. It will deliver great value to your audience by featuring links to websites, promotional materials and videos. Attendees can join video/text chats with exhibitors during show hours. To ensure you make the most out of this exciting format, we will provide guidance and instructions, so you are prepared to reach out an even more global audience and maneuver the new virtual format.

When exhibitor applications are released, a link will be available on the Convention website. Updates will be emailed to PDAC 2020 booth representatives and new exhibitors that signed up to receive email updates as more information becomes available. 

For more information, contact: 

Jessica Provencher
Coordinator, Exhibits (Investors Exchange, Core Shack, and Prospectors Tent)
[email protected] 

Kimberly Charters
Coordinator, Exhibits (Trade Show & Trade Show North)
[email protected]

As more program information becomes available, we will provide further updates on how this new format may affect your current or future sponsorship offerings for PDAC 2021. For more information, contact Christina Goncalves Toste, [email protected]

Contingent on partnership level, the following benefits will be included: Recognition on the PDAC website and in promotional materials, dedicated section for media partners in the virtual platform and much more. To ensure you make the most out of this exciting virtual event format, we will provide guidance and instructions, so you are prepared to reach out to this even more global audience. For more information, contact Elena Mazur, [email protected]

To participate virtually, you will need a high speed internet connection, speaker, microphone and webcam. To ensure the best experience, we suggest using a desktop or laptop computer, though you will be able to access convention through the browser on your mobile or tablet device as well. Note that you will not need to download an application to your computer. The experience will be completely browser-based, taking place within the virtual event platform. As we get closer to PDAC 2021, instructions will be shared on how to access the virtual platform as well as a guide on best practices.

PDAC 2021 Convention will take place in a virtual setting; thus, please do not book a hotel in Toronto. PDAC has never used third party housing bureaus or shared/sold our member, attendee, or exhibitor information. If you are contacted by companies attempting to sell you this information or help you to book a hotel, please contact us. Please read more about PDAC Privacy Policy here.

All participants must register for a pass in order to attend. Pass and fee information is not yet available. This information will be posted on our website here.

Attendee registration is not currently open. We will notify all participants when we determine the attendee registration opening date. As in previous years, registration will be done by creating an account or logging in to your profile at events.pdac.ca, and then clicking on “Register for PDAC 2021”.

Please note: We accept VISA, American Express (AMEX) and MasterCard for payment. Wire transfers are not accepted. For security purposes, PDAC does not accept payment over the phone.