PDAC eLearning Series — Exclusive for PDAC Members

Canada’s Mineral Industry, Critical Minerals and Opportunities for the Future

DATE:  Thursday, December 2, 2021
TIME:  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST
(11:00 AM CST | 10:00 AM MST | 9:00 AM PST) 
COST:  Free for Members


OVERVIEW

Join PDAC President, Alex Christopher, as he provides a financial snapshot of the Canadian mineral industry with a look at investment trends before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. As we look toward a post-pandemic world, Alex will compare how and where exploration activity is rebounding in Canada, and what that means for our industry.

Learn about PDAC’s federal advocacy priorities, including critical minerals and supply chains, aimed at bolstering Canada’s position as a global ‘supplier of choice’ for the minerals and metals that are vital in our transition to a low-carbon, low-emission future.

Members will also have the opportunity to participate in a live ‘President’s Question Time’ session with Alex after his presentation. You can ask about his career path, professional journey with our Association, future goals of the PDAC and more. Submit your questions to [email protected] by November 29.

PRESENTER

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Alex Christopher 
President
Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada

Mr. Christopher is also Senior Vice President, Exploration, Projects & Technical Services for Teck Resources. He joined Teck’s Exploration Group in 1984, advancing through more senior roles in Exploration, Business and Corporate Development and was appointed to his current position in July 2016.

Mr. Christopher holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Geology from McMaster University and an Environmental Biology Technology Diploma from Canadore College.

Mr. Christopher, a Professional Geoscientist, is a member of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists B.C.