The world renowned PDAC Convention offers students a unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals from around the world. Build your network, learn about careers in the industry, and attend engaging presentations to stay up to date on exciting industry developments. 

Last year the convention attracted over 1,300 students from across Canada, the USA, and internationally.




Don't forget to check in at the Student & Early Career Centre!

The Student & Early Career Centre is located on Level 800 across from the Trade Show. The Centre organises registration for the guided tours of the Trade Shows and Investors Exchange, and offers resources and opportunities for student and early career attendees.. 

Student All Access Pass required
(unless otherwise noted)

For more information contact:

Krishana Michaud
416 362 1969 ext. 297
[email protected]


Student & Early Career Centre
How to Impress for Success
Flash Mentoring
Student-Industry Networking Luncheon

Sponsored by
Lundin Group

Student Membership

For $19.05/year (plus tax) you can join the PDAC as a student member. This allows you to enjoy all member benefits, cheaper convention registration and the opportunity to qualify for tuition top-up awards at the Convention.

To sign up for membership click here.

Volunteer Opportunities

PDAC offers students a unique opportunity to volunteer their time in exchange for a complimentary Student All Access Pass and a ticket to the Student-Industry Networking Luncheon.

Make an impression, build on your knowledge and develop your network with a series of events designed especially for students. The world renowned PDAC convention offers students a unique opportunity to meet industry professionals.

Click here to access the volunteer application form.

Ambassador Program
Sponsored by

PDAC Convention Travel Fund

The PDAC has set up a Convention Travel Fund to help student groups currently enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution cover the costs of getting to Toronto. Funding is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to apply for funding is February 7, 2020.

Convention Travel Fund Application Form

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Student & Early Career Program

Saturday, February 29, 2020 - Morning

Prospect Generation Challenge (Undergraduate)

Saturday, February 29, 2020 - Afternoon

Prospect Generation Challenge (Early Career)

Sunday, March 1, 2020 - Morning

How to impress for success

Sunday, March 1, 2020 - Afternoon

PDAC-CIM Toronto Branch Guided Tours 1

Flash mentoring

Monday, March 2, 2020 - Morning

{De}Risk – Project strategy for junior explorers

PDAC-CIM Toronto Branch Guided Tours 2

Monday, March 2, 2020 - Afternoon

PDAC-CIM Toronto Branch Guided Tours 3

A student geologist’s guide to the exploration and mining industry

Tuesday, March 3, 2020 - Morning

PDAC-SEG Student Minerals Colloquium

PDAC-CIM Toronto Branch Guided Tours 4

Student-Industry Networking Luncheon

Tuesday, March 3, 2020 - Afternoon

PDAC-SEG Student Minerals Colloquium

PDAC-CIM Toronto Branch Guided Tours 5