CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF MINING, METALLURGY AND PETROLEUM
ANNUAL REPORT 2019
CONTENTS
President’s Letter
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CEO’s Letter
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CIM Council 2018-2019
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CIM Council 2019-2020
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CIM National
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Strategic Goal 1
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Editorial Excellence 2019 CIM Events Standards, Best Practices & Guidance CIM Distinguished Lecturers
Strategic Goal 2 Membership CIM Awards of Excellence Committees and Groups Societies Branches Social / Events / Contributions Corporate Members Membership by Location
Strategic Goal 3 GMPA Undertakes Global Action on Tailings CIM-Science North Joint Venture CIM Foundation
Strategic Goal 4 Financial Accountability and Reporting CIM Administration
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19 20 22 25 29 33 40 41 43
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Incoming President’s Letter
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Financials
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Thank You: Volunteers and Sponsors
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CIM ROCKS! Two months ago I would have written a much different letter - in fact I did – but then again, two months ago things were much different. This has been a year of highs and lows for CIM, just as it has been for everyone. I will start by saying that I wish you and your families safety and good health during these unprecedented times. The foundational leadership that Michael Winship, Ken Thomas and Janice Zinck have provided as our most recent Past Presidents, coupled with Angela Hamlyn and the amazing team she leads, set CIM up for success. They also set us up to be resilient and decisive, two traits that have bode well for us in dealing with the impact of the coronavirus. This year was highlighted by the Montreal convention - a great success - and followed with MEMO2019 and SDC2019, and a number of other successful conferences. I have said it before and I will say it again: the CIM Events team is the best in the business. MEMO2019 is an excellent example of how CIM National, Branches, Societies, constituents and partners all come together as OneCIM to create a great event.
One of the ways we show pride in our industry is by being part of it beyond our day jobs. I truly believe that the best way to be part of the Canadian mining industry is to be part of the exciting, dynamic organization that is CIM.
Most recently, as you all know, the Vancouver convention had to be cancelled six weeks before it was due to proceed. This was a tremendous blow to the many people at CIM National and our supporters who put a lot of work into what was to be another phenomenal event. As our principal revenue generator, cancelling the convention resulted in a significant change in our financial outlook. Beyond the financials, and more important, is our commitment to the industry to curate knowledge, foster a robust network and promote mineral literacy. Here is where CIM will not only survive but thrive through virtual events, CIM Academy, MiningNow and CIM Link — to name a few. Samantha Espley is taking over the role of CIM President at a challenging but exciting time. Samantha is not only a passionate and dynamic leader, but she has a bias for action and will make things happen. This year has been a tremendous experience for me and I am thankful for the opportunity. Thank you to Angela for her leadership, and to the whole CIM National team for their commitment and hard work. To all CIM volunteers, the Council, Committees, Societies and Branches, your passion for our industry is making a difference. You know this is a great industry and it is due to your involvement. Thank you.
Roy Slack CIM President
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BEFORE AND AFTER The content for our CIM Annual Report, released in May at our Annual General Meeting, is written and compiled months in advance. I recently realized that my letter, written at the close of 2019, didn’t quite hit the mark anymore. While the accomplishments of the year and content of this report did not change, the context certainly did. For quite a while – perhaps forever – we will likely look at our lives in terms of “before and after." During times of uncertainty, strong foundations and meaningful connections become even more significant. CIM’s core objectives, forged throughout our 122-year history, are somehow more relevant than ever: the curation and dissemination of leading-edge knowledge; fostering a robust and engaged community; and demonstrating the valuable contribution mining makes to society. Over the past year, CIM invested significantly in capturing content from our various conferences to make it more widely available through electronic platforms. With the coming launch of the CIM Academy, hundreds of presentations will be available in the form of high-quality voice-over PowerPoint modules. This library will continue to grow over time, greatly expanding the reach of our content and offering added value for CIM members. Even though the COVID-19 crisis meant the cancellation of the CIM Convention 2020 in Vancouver, we have the platforms through which to capture and present the expertise from this and other events in digital formats that can be viewed anywhere and anytime.
During times of uncertainty, strong foundations and meaningful connections become even more significant.
The strength of the CIM community has been unmistakable as our Societies and Branches quickly adapted to find new ways to continue bringing content and connectivity to members as we adjusted to our new realities. The contribution that our industry makes to society has also been evident in the numerous initiatives at the national and local levels that support our communities by providing much-needed funds and personal protective equipment to our health care and essential service workers. I would like to thank our President, Roy Slack, and the CIM Council for their vision and support, and applaud the dedicated CIM National staff. Despite the challenges, you never wavered in your incredible passion and commitment. Of course, none of what we accomplish would be possible without the strong patronage of our corporate partners and committed CIM volunteers. Your dedication and contribution will help ensure the strength, safety and sustainability of our Institute and our industry far into the future. Stay safe!
Angela Hamlyn Chief Executive Officer
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2018-2019 CIM COUNCIL EXECUTIVE
SOCIETIES
President
Canadian Mineral Processors Society
Janice Zinck, CANMET - Mining and Mineral Sciences Laboratories
Bryan Danyliw, ChemTreat Inc.
Environmental and Social Responsibility Society President Elect
Édith Garneau, Consultant
Roy Slack, Cementation Americas
Geological Society Incoming President Elect Samantha Espley, Retired
Serge Perreault, SOQUEM Inc.
Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society Immediate Past President
Rahul Lakhote, ACP Applied
Ken Thomas, Ken Thomas & Associates
Management and Economics Society Past President and Ex Officio
Carlos da Costa, Lecturer, SFU and UBC
Michael Winship, Independent Consultant
Metallurgy and Materials Society Audit and Risk Chairman
Elvi Dalgaard, Pratt & Whitney Canada
Mark Patterson, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Mining Society of Nova Scotia Director at Large
Byron MacMillan, USG Corporation
Michael Allan, MJ Allan Consulting
Rock Engineering Society Director at Large
John Henning, Consultant
Michael Cinnamond, B2Gold Corp.
Surface Mining Society Zoltan Lukacs, Consultant
VICE-PRESIDENTS
Underground Mining Society
Eastern District, First Year
Gary Poxleitner, SRK Consulting
Serge Perreault, SOQUEM Inc.
Eastern District, Second Year Maggie Mackay, Klohn Crippen Berger
STAFF/EX OFFICIO Chief Executive Officer
Central District, First Year
Angela Hamlyn, CIM
Thomas Rannelli, Major Drilling
Chief Financial Officer Central District, Second Year Marty Dregischan, Maple Energy & Mining
Western District, First Year John Davidson, FLSmidth
Western District, Second Year Lana Eagle, Independent Consultant
International District Greg Rasmussen, Gekko Systems Inc.
Benoit Sawyer, CIM
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2019-2020 CIM COUNCIL EXECUTIVE
SOCIETIES
President
Canadian Mineral Processors Society
Roy Slack, Cementation Americas
Stuart McTavish, SF McTavish Consulting Inc.
President Elect
Environmental and Social Responsibility Society
Samantha Espley, Retired
Édith Garneau, Consultant
Incoming President Elect
Geological Society
Pierre Julien, DRA Global
Garth Kirkham, Kirkham Geosystems
Immediate Past President
Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society
Janice Zinck, CANMET - Mining and Mineral Sciences Laboratories
Jean Vavrek, American Biltrite
Management and Economics Society Past President and Ex Officio
Carlos da Costa, Lecturer, SFU and UBC
Ken Thomas, Ken Thomas & Associates
Metallurgy and Materials Society Audit and Risk Chairman
Elvi Dalgaard, Pratt & Whitney Canada
Mark Patterson, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Mining Society of Nova Scotia Director at Large
Maggie Mackay, Klohn Crippen Berger
Michael Allan, MJ Allan Consulting
Rock Engineering Society Director at Large
Doug Milne, University of Saskatchewan
Michael Cinnamond, B2Gold Corp.
Surface Mining Society Ross Pritchard, Teck Resources Limited
VICE-PRESIDENTS
Underground Mining Society
Eastern District, First Year
Gary Poxleitner, SRK Consulting
Allan Cramm, Anaconda Mining
Eastern District, Second Year
STAFF/EX OFFICIO
Dany Bélanger, Bird Construction
Chief Executive Officer Central District, First Year
Angela Hamlyn, CIM
Sarah Wilson, SGS Canada Inc.
Chief Financial Officer Central District, Second Year Thomas Rannelli, Major Drilling
Western District, First Year Nancy Komperdo, BHP Billiton
Western District, Second Year John Davidson, FLSmidth
International District Greg Rasmussen, Gekko Systems Inc.
Benoit Sawyer, CIM
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CIM NATIONAL Executive Office Ensures that the national office carries out CIM’s vision, mission and strategic goals set forth by Council, and supports Branches, Societies, the wider CIM community as well as industry partners in their efforts to do so. Angela Hamlyn Chief Executive Officer Marilou Reboulis Client Relations Manager
Finance Undertakes accounting and financial services for all of our constituents, produces monthly financial statements, quarterly forecasts, yearly budgets and cash flow statements, and prepares documents needed by our external auditors for the year-end file.
Administration Ensures that the CIM National office has all the tools necessary to operate smoothly and achieve all of CIM's goals. Benoit Sawyer Chief Financial Officer Ana Alves Accounts Payable Specialist Helen Chen Cash Receipts Specialist
Publications Oversees CIM Magazine and CIM Journal in print and online. Ryan Bergen Editor-in-Chief, CIM Magazine and CIM Journal Michele Beacom Managing Editor, CIM Magazine and CIM Journal Carolyn Gruske Section Editor, CIM Magazine Matthew Parizot Section Editor, CIM Magazine
IT Establishes, monitors and maintains information technology systems and services, and scopes, develops and deploys website projects.
Communications & Marketing Develops internal and external communications; disseminates information to the CIM community-at-large; engages with CIM members; uses digital channels to market member benefits and target the mining demographic to drum up new member leads.
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Membership Helps our members get the most out of their membership, educates potential members about the value of membership and records and processes renewals. Lorent Dione Director Laura Foley Member Retention & Engagement Coordinator Ayyoub Gannoun Web Developer Chakib Ghalmi Web Developer Elaine Kinsella Constituent Services Coordinator Ahmed Minhas Communications & Digital Marketing Specialist Maria Olaguera Web Content Editor Tenisha Valliant Membership Development Strategist Henry Wu Marketing OfďŹ cer
Events and Professional Development Experts in conference planning, special events, trade show management and marketing who plan and deliver on the CIM annual convention, international congresses, regional events and niche topic symposiums. This is often done in partnership with CIM Society and Branch volunteers and other content experts. Lise Bujold Director Martin Bell Exhibition Sales Manager Carol Lee Digital Communications Specialist, Events Chantal Murphy Events Team Leader Guylaine Richard Convention Planner
Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc) Brigitte Farah Managing Director
CIM Foundation Deborah SauvĂŠ Manager
STRATEGIC GOAL 1
to create, curate and deliver relevant, leading-edge knowledge
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EDITORIAL EXCELLENCE There were big changes behind the scenes of the Publications department in 2019. We welcomed two new editors, Matthew Parizot and Carolyn Gruske, to the CIM Magazine team. They replaced Kelsey Rolfe and Tom DiNardo, who had been instrumental in the successful launch and growth of CIM Magazine online and in the evolution of the form and content of our print edition. Despite their departures, Kelsey and Tom will both continue to contribute to the CIM Magazine. Our new news editor Matthew, who joined CIM in March, is a former intern for the CIM Magazine. Carolyn, a writer with extensive editorial experience in trade publications, has led the features section since September. CIM Magazine again received recognition for the quality of its design and reporting from both the National Magazine Awards and Trade, Association and Business Publications International (TABPI). CIM Journal published 19 papers in its 10th volume. We also reframed the editorial structure of the journal to better represent the academic and publishing influence of the members of the technical publications committee and to improve the prospects of being included in the leading scientiďŹ c paper citation indexes. CIM entered an agreement with the academic publisher Taylor & Francis that will begin in 2020. The editorial process will remain the same, but Taylor & Francis assumes the responsibility of managing the publication of the journal. The goal of the partnership is to grow the audience of the journal and attract more prospective authors to the journal. Last spring we very proudly published Mining Geophysics: A Canadian Story by Norman Reed Paterson, one of the forefathers of the application of geophysics in mineral exploration. Mr. Paterson was present at the CIM Convention Montreal to sign his work for attendees.
Total of 320 technical papers from COM and other CIM events added to OneMine. AWARDS TABPI Silver - Front Cover Illustration Dec.18/Jan.19 - How can Canada better reward exploration risk? By Romain Lasser TABPI Top 25 feature articles: #5 May 2018 - Crisis Mode: Creative solutions to mining’s skills shortage By Cecilia Keating Honourable Mention TABPI and National Magazine Awards May 2018 - A staged start-up By Virginia Heffernan
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2019 CIM EVENTS: A RECAP From the Opening and Welcome Receptions through to the Closing Ceremony, there was more to see and do that time allowed. A revamped twohour interactive plenary and the morning keynotes were a hit with a fullhouse each day. CIMTL19 was truly the place to exchange ideas, connect with the community and celebrate excellence, and the CIM community did just that with a dynamism not experienced at this level in years. Attendance and support from the federal government show just how important the CIM Convention is. Glenn Mason, Assistant Deputy Minister, Minerals Sector, Natural Resources Canada, opened the Monday Plenary and Paul Lefebvre, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources, opened the Tuesday Keynote General Session.
CIMTL19 surpassed all targets! The CIM Convention in Montreal surpassed all objectives set in place and exceeded all expectations. The outcome and feedback of the Convention were extremely positive. The Convention made its mark with a record-breaking 5,800 participants, 300 presentations, 10 short courses, two morning keynotes and 475 exhibiting organizations – all in a four-day window.
Even after CIMTL19’s closing, engagement continued online and the legacy and content will live on with over 100 presentations from the conference available to CIM members on the CIM Academy, an online professional development platform with a launch planned in 2020. CIM Convention Planning Committee: General Chair: Pierre Lapointe, CEO, Arcelor Mittal Technical Chair: Scott Martin, Progressive Rubber Industries Plenary Chair: Nathan Stubina, Sherritt International Corp.
Registration, the EXPO, sponsorship, the North American Mine Ventilation Symposium (NAMVS) and Iron Ore Symposiums, and all areas of activity exceeded financial projections.
11
short courses
61
technical sessions
5,800
participants
300
presentations
475
exhibitors
1
636
spaces rented (sold-out EXPO!)
55
countries represented
plenary with two-hour interactive session
7
2
technical streams
keynotes
67
sponsors
280
speakers
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North American Mine Ventilation Symposium (NAMVS) April 28 - May 1, Montreal, Quebec NAMVS 2019 is an international conference that was held in parallel to the CIM Convention. The peer-reviewed conference was a huge success, and was hosted by CIM and supported by McGill University, the University of British Columbia and MIRARCO.
207
delegates
93
presentations
3
short courses
93
exhibitors
10
sponsors
Mining Engagement Conference for Advancement (MECA) October 9-11, Sudbury, Ontario The MECA Symposium was organized for participants to learn new skills and acquire the tools needed to engage and support mining employees in connecting with their work, and to foster the discussions that will continue to create a more engaged workforce. MECA’s goal was to create a working environment where people can take positive action to further their personal advancement and contribute to the growth of their organizations.
130
delegates
4
keynote speakers
3
workshops
3
field tours
Shaft Design & Construction Conference (SDC 2019) November 18-20, Toronto, Ontario
Marriott Downtown, Toronto • November 18-20, 2019
The 4th edition of the Shaft Design & Construction Conference was held in Toronto, in collaboration with IOM3. The conference provided an excellent opportunity to gather together experts in shaft design and construction, and for them to share knowledge, best practices, lessons learned, and to exchange ideas and network. Quality presentations were given and participants had the opportunity to review the latest technology in this narrow-focus field. From experts to operational staff, participants engaged from their perspective of strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities.
296
delegates (55% from Canada)
15
countries represented
24
sponsors
44
papers presented
21
corporate exhibits
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Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability/Mine Operators Conference 2019 (MEMO 2019) October 20-23, Kamloops, BC The Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability/Mine Operators Conference was held in picturesque Kamloops, British Columbia, and was a collaboration between CIM National, the Underground Mining Society (UMS), the Surface Mining Society (SMS) the Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society (MER), and the South Central BC Branch.
479
participants
12
sessions
62
presentations
2
keynotes
48
exhibitors (sold out!)
$6K
collected at Silent Auction
38
sponsors
51st Canadian Mineral Processors Conference January 22-24, Ottawa, Ontario The Canadian Mineral Processors (CMP) Conference features presentations on various aspects of mineral processing, mineralogy, mill optimization, process control and projects relating to the theme of Past, Present and Future.
569
delegates
12
countries represented
33
technical sessions
5
technical streams
10th Copper / 58th COM 2019 August 18-21, Vancouver, BC The Conference of Metallurgists is the premier event in Canada for the metallurgy and materials society. MetSoc and CIM hosted Copper 2019 alongside COM 2019, marking a milestone in the International Copper Conference Series. The success and outcome of Copper 2019 was the work of eight leading International Professional Societies (IIMCh, GDMB, MMIJ, TMS, SME, MetSoc, NFSOC and SAIMM).
954
attendees
34
exhibitors
366
presentations
5
short courses
2
industrial tours
31st Canadian Materials Science Conference (CMSC) June 10-13, Vancouver, BC The Canadian Materials Science Conference provides for a collegial forum for students and researchers to discuss recent advances in the ďŹ eld of fundamental and applied materials chemistry, materials physics and materials engineering to promote a better understanding of the processes that determine the structure and properties of engineering materials and different length and time scales. CMSC has a strong student component with many competitions for posters, oral presentations and other activities. Over $10,000 is provided to students as ďŹ nancial assistance to attend and present at the event.
125
participants
109
presentations
14
invited speakers
3
award lectures*
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STANDARDS, BEST PRACTICES & GUIDANCE 2019 MRMR Best Practice Guidelines On November 29, 2019, the CIM Council adopted the Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves Best Practice Guidelines. The 2019 MRMR Best Practice Guidelines document supersedes the initial version adopted by CIM Council in November 2003. As a result of a robust peer review and industry consultation period, the 2019 MRMR Best Practice Guidelines document is a reflection of the current views and technical opinions of the practitioners who prepare Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve (MRMR) estimates. Copies of the 2019 MRMR Best Practice Guidelines can be obtained online at mrmr.cim.org.
2019 CIMVAL Code The 2019 CIMVAL Code for the Valuation of Mineral Properties was adopted by the CIM Council on November 29, 2019. The 2019 CIMVAL Code is an update and evolution of the 2003 CIMVAL Standards and Guidelines, and reflects domestic and international valuation best practice, and recognizes regulatory developments. The 2019 CIMVAL Code is designed to be consistent with international mineral valuation standards and includes an expanded deďŹ nitions section. It also provides for a Short Form Valuation Report in addition to the Comprehensive Valuation Report stipulated in CIMVAL 2003. The 2019 CIMVAL Code is available online at mrmr.cim.org.
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CIM DISTINGUISHED LECTURERS Distinguished Lecturers are nominated by industry peers who recognize the outstanding findings and presentations made by the people they nominate through the CIM Award program each year. These thought leaders are introduced to the community at the CIM Annual Convention and deliver their lectures at Branches, Student Chapters and universities. This initiative is generously supported by the CIM Foundation. The 2018–2019 season of the Distinguished Lecturer program was highly successful. With a total of eight lecturers, seven of whom are past CIM Award winners, it was larger than any line-up since the inception of the program in 1968. For the very first time, a Canadian Mining Hall of Fame inductee, Peter Bradshaw, was added to the line-up. In total, the 2018–2019 lineup gave 30 presentations across Canada at post-secondary institutions, Student Chapters, Branches and other events. The 2019–2020 line-up of Distinguished Lecturers features five lecturers of diversity, both in their lecture topics and their backgrounds. It is an exciting line-up and CIM constituents are encouraged to book a lecturer for their next event. A total of 12 presentations have been given across Canada by this line-up between September 2019 and December 2019.
DISTINGUISHED LECTURER VIDEO SERIES The lectures given across Canada by CIM’s Distinguished Lecturers are being captured on camera. The entire Distinguished Lecturer series will be made available on the CIM Academy in 2020.
CIM WEBINAR SERIES With a greater demand in digital and video learning tools, CIM National launched its CIM Webinar Series starting in September. Each month, a new webinar is organized with a unique topic, presented by industry experts. Each webinar is recorded and will be made available on the CIM website for members to view at a later time. Average number of registrants: 140 September: A Complete Historical Database of Mining in Canada October: Combining Engineering and Machine Learning for Asset Management November: The Future of Mining: Demographic Diversification and its Benefits December: Classification System Efficiency (CSE): Applying Energy Where it is Needed
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2018-2019 DISTINGUISHED LECTURER LINE-UP 1
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1 Arnfinn Prugger Ph.D., Geophysicist
2 Marilyn D. Spink P.Eng., Manager, Engineering DMC Mining Services
3 D. Chad LePoudre P.Eng., Vice President, Geoenvironmental Services, SNC-Lavalin
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4 Mary A. Wells Ph.D., FEC, FCAE, P.Eng., Dean College of Engineering and Physical Sciences University of Guelph
5 Peter M. D. Bradshaw Ph.D., P.Eng., Chairman, FPX Nickel Corp Founder of Bradshaw Research Initiative for Mineral and Mining (BRIMM) at University of British Columbia (UBC)
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8 6 Dominic Fragomeni P.Eng., Vice President, Expert Process Solutions (a Glencore Company)
7 Glenn Lyle P.Eng., Director, Health, Safety and Risk Management, MIRARCO
8 Siri C. Genik Founder and Principal Bridge
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2019-2020 DISTINGUISHED LECTURER LINE-UP 1
2
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1 Betty-Ann Heggie Consultant, Betty-Ann Heggie Womentorship Foundation
2 Brian Lee Crowley Managing Director, Macdonald-Laurier Institute for Public Policy
3 Mayana Kissiova
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Director, Tailings and Water Management, Osisko Gold Royalties
4 Nathan Stubina Vice President, Technologies, Sherritt International Corporation
5 Theophile Yameogo Partner, EY National Mining & Metals Industry Co-Leader
STRATEGIC GOAL 2
to foster a robust, connected and engaged CIM Community
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POSITIVE OUTLOOK ON MEMBERSHIP The 2019 year was a good year for overall growth of membership. Through the use of new retention tactics beginning in early 2019, member retention increased 12% compared to the year before. In addition to retention tactics, an online marketing campaign targeting National members was launched in October and yielded 124 renewals in its first week. The results of this plan have been very encouraging and demonstrate that marketing campaigns and retention efforts are effectively yielding results.
Connecting with Constituents CIM understands and values the hard work and passion volunteer members dedicate to CIM Branches, Societies and Committees, and the critical role the executives play in the national outreach and success of the organization. Thanks to the leadership of CIM President, Roy Slack, CIM National has been making a strong effort to meet with Branches and Societies and attend their various events throughout the year to build a stronger relationship and show support. In addition, Branch executives have been invited to attend CIM Council and share their new initiatives, achievements, comments and concerns at quarterly meetings. The inclusion and success of CIM constituents equals success for the organization. CIM National has also made an effort to have a physical presence at major events throughout the year. In 2019, CIM National attended the Canadian Mineral Processors Conference (Ottawa); Canadian Mining Expo (Timmins); Canadian Mining Games (Edmonton); Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability/Mine Operators Conference (Kamloops); XPLOR (Montreal); Quebec Mines and Energy (Quebec); Conference of Metallurgists/Copper 2019 (Vancouver); Shaft Design & Construction (Toronto); and Mineral Resources Review (Newfoundland).
Bridging Communication Gaps The fall and winter of 2019 saw the launch of three new newsletters to help bridge communication gaps and provide the latest content to CIM members. The Branch Newsletter, a new CIM initiative, is sent to Branch executives following a CIM Council meeting. The newsletter consists of the Council highlights, any new CIM initiatives undertaken, new Committee updates, and provides room for a Branch and volunteer highlight, celebrating the achievements of CIM’s constituents.
The Metallurgical Processing News Bulletin is a collaboration with the Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM and is intended to fill the gap for metallurgy and processing members. Members have often voiced their concerns over a lack of email content within the metallurgical and processing fields. The Bulletin is scheduled to be sent out quarterly. The Student Newsletter helps student members stay upto-date on student-focused content, such as upcoming events, scholarship deadlines, volunteer opportunities and reminders on member benefits that help them excel in their career path.
Corporate Membership Campaign A Corporate Membership campaign was planned and initiated throughout the summer and winter, which focused on reaching lapsed Corporate Members and reminding them of the benefits of membership. It also focused on converting past CIM exhibitors into Corporate Members. The campaign was a big success, as Corporate Membership increased 12.7% compared to the previous year. Thanks to this positive result, the campaign will continue in 2020.
Back to School Campaign CIM’s main marketing project over the summer has been to design, organize and run the student membership marketing campaign. In 2018, the first student marketing campaign was launched and it yielded moderate results, with 52% more students joining or renewing their CIM membership over the same five-week period in 2017. In the first two weeks of the 2019 campaign, a 50% increase was recorded over the previous year’s results across five weeks. Through effective use of print and digital marketing campaigns, in addition to outreach through CIM’s constituent groups and partners, the five-week campaign totalled a 180% increase in new student members.
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Student Outreach
Canadian Mining Games
CIM has made a significant effort in student outreach, with the objective to increase CIM Student membership, increase the number and activity level of CIM Student Chapters, and strengthen engagement and communication with students. The efforts of the Back to School Campaign followed by the launch of a Student Newsletter and a CIM 101 webinar have resulted in increased membership numbers and better communication than in years past.
The Canadian Mining Games is a key student event for the industry. The event brings together student-led teams from mining schools across Canada to compete in a number of skills and knowledge-based events from mine rescue to minerals and metals trivia. CIM’s continual attendance of the games aims to have open dialogue with the students to better understand what they need from CIM, and to ensure that the future leaders of the industry are supported along their path to a successful career in the extractive industries.
CIM Link CIM Link was launched in April 2019 prior to the CIM Annual Convention. The community engagement platform has achieved an active member number of over 800 and continues to grow. CIM Link provides a place for CIM members to connect and engage each other in discussions related to the extractive industries, share new content and build a stronger network.
The 2019 year saw a revised and renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between CIM and CMG. Alongside sponsorship, comprehensive accounting and financial reporting services, and promotion of the event through print and digital channels, the MOU specifies CIM as the custodian of all of CMG records.
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CIM AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE Each year, CIM members recognize the outstanding achievements of their peers by way of a rigorous nomination process designed to identify la crème de la crème in mining achievements and excellence. Industry leaders were recognized and the CIM Caterpillar Celebration of Excellence was the culmination of peers celebrating peers.
CIM Bedford Canadian Young Mining Leaders Award
Mining Safety Leadership Medal
Agus Pulung Sasmito; Darren Nathan; Elenor Siebring; Shannon Katary
Outgoing President Plaque
CIM Distinguished Lecturers
Robert Elver Mineral Economics Award
Betty-Ann Heggie; Brian Lee Crowley; Mayana Kissiova; Nathan M. Stubina; Théophile Yameogo
Terence Ortslan
Gordon Winkel Janice Zinck
CIM Distinguished Service Medal
Towards Sustainable Mining Community Engagement Award
Timothy J. Skinner
Glencore – Raglan Mine for their Tamatumani project
CIM Fellowship
Towards Sustainable Mining Environmental Excellence Award
André (Andy) Lemay; Bryan A. Coates; Donna Beneteau; Florent Baril; Graham Farquharson; James (Jim) W. Hewitt; Jean Fortin; Piers M. Ebsworth; Shannon Campbell
Diversity & Inclusion Award Mafalda Arias
John T. Ryan Trophies National: Agnico Eagle – Division Lapa (Metals); Mosaic Potash Esterhazy Limited – K1 Mine (Select); Vale – Voisey’s Bay Mine (Select); Prairie Mines & Royalty ULC Westmoreland – Paintearth Mine and Poplar River Mine (Coal) Regional: New Gold Inc. – New Afton Mine (Metal BC/Yukon); Cameco Corporation – Cigar Lake (Metal Prairie/Territory); Goldcorp – Red Lake Gold Mines (Metal Ontario); Glencore Nickel – Mine Raglan (Metal Quebec/Maritimes); Imperial Oil Resources – Kearl Operations (Select West) and DeBeers Canada – Victor Mine (Select East)
IAMGOLD – Essakane SA Mine for their solar project
Vale Medal for Meritorious Contributions to Mining Peter N. Calder
CIM Community Service Award John Francis Hugh Thompson
District Distinguished Service Award Central District: Catharine Shaw
McParland Memorial Award Steve Courchesne
J.C. Sproule Award Chantal Lavoie
Excellence in Sustainable Development Award Bruce Armitage
Barlow Medal for Best Geological Paper A. Hamid Mumin & Alexander Prikhodko
Mel W. Bartley Award
Julian Boldy Geological Society
CIM Porcupine Branch
Serge Perreault
Mining Engineering Outstanding Achievement Award Jaroslav (Jarek) Jakubec
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COMMITTEES AND GROUPS CIM has a number of standing and ad hoc committees that play a vital role to CIM Council. Through their leadership efforts, guidelines, publications and events, these committees not only impact CIM members but also the greater mining communities in Canada and internationally.
Audit and Risk Committee The role of the Audit and Risk Committee is to oversee the stewardship of CIM from a financial and risk management perspective to ensure that the organization is strong and is focused on member activities. Working with the CIM National office finance team, the committee seeks ways to improve overall governance by harmonizing and improving the structure of CIM’s systems and processes. These efforts also serve the objectives of improved communication between the National office and the various constituent Branches and Societies.
Committee members Chair: Mark Patterson, PwC; Members: Angela Hamlyn, CIM; Benoit Sawyer, CIM; David Whittle, Retired; Sean Waller, SW Project Management; Karola Toth, SNC Lavalin; Gary Snow, Retired
Committee members Chair: Hani Mitri, McGill University; Vice Chair, Membership: Robert Hall, University of Alberta; Vice Chair, Communications: Anne Johnson, Queen’s University; Director, Mining Sustainability: Edith Garneau, Consultant; Director, Academic Programs: Claudia Mueller; Director, Mine Safety: Victor Pakalnis, Retired
CIMVAL – Special Committee on the Valuation of Mineral Properties CIMVAL is leading an international project to create and harmonize international standards for the valuation of mineral properties with VALMIN, SAMVAL, SME, AIMA and RICS, which represent mining valuation standards from Australia, South Africa, Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom, respectively. In 2016, the International Standards for Valuation of Mineral Properties template was launched. It is designed as a principles-based, high-level document to guide and underpin national codes or standards. In November 2019, the CIM Council adopted the CIMVAL Code for the Valuation of Mineral Properties (2019 CIMVAL Code), which supersedes the 2003 Standards.
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Canadian Mining Schools Academic Committee Created as a forum connecting people to shape the future of Canadian mining education and research, the Canadian Mining Schools Academic Committee (CMSAC) seeks to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge and strengthen Canadian mining educational institutes. The CMSAC is involved in promoting education in mining engineering; facilitating communication and exchange between Canadian mining schools; encouraging technology transfer efforts through workshops and seminars; liaising with national, international and non-profit organizations such as MAC, MiHR and the Society of Mining Professors; liaising with government funding agencies; supporting the organization of international conferences and symposiums; recognizing excellence in mining education and research; and promoting CIM membership to academics and students.
Co-Chairs: Keith Spence, Global Mining Capital Corp; William Roscoe, RPA Inc.; Secretary: Eden Oliver, Bennett Jones LLP; Members: Derek Melo, KPMG; Michael Fowler, McCutcheon Ltd.; David Scott, CIBC; Michael Samis, Strategic Capital Management; Marc Legault, Agnico-Eagle Mines; Pat Stephenson, AMC Consultants; Bruce McKnight, Minerals Advisory Services
Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee The purpose of the Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee (DIAC) is to encourage diversity and inclusion within CIM and the mining industry at large. DIAC is working to meet this goal through objectives that include the encouragement of increased diversity and inclusion within the broader CIM organization, provide guidance to CIM executives and the Council on all things related to diversity and inclusion, and assist CIM in linking the messages around the business case to the industry
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through its publications, electronic communications and conference and outreach programs.
Committee members Co-Chairs: Lana Eagle, Consultant; Catharine Shaw, Golder/WIM Canada; Founding Chair: Patty Moore, Cactus Liaison Consulting; Secretary: Nathan Stubina, Sherritt International Corp.; Members: Mohammed Ali, Kirkland Lake Gold; Mafalda Arias, Mafalda Arias & Associates; JoAnne Boucher, Consultant; Edith Garneau, Consultant; Angela Hamlyn, CIM; Robert Schafer, Eagle Mines Management; Cassandra Spence, Teck; Nathan Stubina, Sherritt International Corp.; Anna Tudela, Goldcorp; Mary Wells, University of Waterloo; Michael Winship, Retired; Janice Zinck, CANMET
Global Mining Guidelines Group GMG is an organization that facilitates mining collaboration on solutions to common industry problems, needs and technology through standards, guidelines and best practices across the world. GMG hosts and participates in events around the globe each year, encouraging innovation and improvement and reaching out to people outside of the mining industry to communicate and strategize possible new solutions for the industry.
Governing council members Chair: Michelle Ash, Dassault Systèmes; Vice Chair, International Standards: Tim Skinner, SMART Systems Group; Vice Chair, Working Groups: Andrew Scott, Symbionic Innovations; Outgoing Chair: Helius Guimaraes, Alcoa; Treasurer: Mark Bartlett, Flow Partners; Secretary: Peter Becu, Consultant; Managing Director: Heather Ednie, GMG Mark O’Brien, CITIC Pacific Mining; Graeme Mitchell, BHP Billiton; Roy Irvine, Real IRM; Marcus Thomson, CEMI; Aidan Giblett, Newmont; Laura Mottola, Flow Partners; Marcelo Mosquera, CORFO; Zoli Lukacs, Advisor; Riaan van Wyk, DetNet South Africa; Russell Kennett, Rio Tinto
Leadership council members George Long, Accenture; Amy Callahan, Accenture; Liv Carroll, Accenture; Helius Guimaraes, Alcoa; Alex Kent, AngloGold Ashanti; Vitesh Maharaj, AngloGold Ashanti; James Connolly, Barrick Gold; Michelle Ash, Dassault Systèmes; Chirag Sathe, BHP Billiton; Sharna Glover, BHP Billiton; Michael Murphy, Caterpillar; Olav Kvist, Epiroc; Don
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King, Epiroc; Erika Fretheim, Freeport-McMoRan; Rick Gilbert, Freeport-McMoRan; Owain Morton, Glencore; Heather Ednie, GMG; Alvaro Rozo, Hatch; Jeanne Els, Hatch; Lisa Boutilier, Motorola; Scott Shoepel, Motorola; Jacqie Reeves, Motorola; Alastair Mathias, Rio Tinto; Tim Skinner, SMART Systems Group; Andrew Scott, Symbionic Innovations; Samantha Espley, Vale; Simon Nickson, Vale; Barun Gorain, Vedanta Resources; Ian Dover, METS Ignited
Governance Committee The Governance Committee has the responsibility to oversee the nomination and election of officers and directors, evaluate Council and members, create succession plans for the Council and its Committees, review and make recommendations of the By-Law and Governance Policies, and audit compliance of By-Law and policies, among various other duties. Members take the role of governance seriously, ensuring CIM elects strong leaders and that the Council manages CIM effectively.
Committee members Chair (Immediate Past President): Janice Zinck, CANMET; CIM President: Roy Slack, Cementation; Past President: Ken Thomas, Ken Thomas & Associates; Directors-atLarge: Michael Allan, Retired; Michael Cinnamond, B2Gold Corp.; Member: Pierre Boivin, McCarthy Tétrault LLP; ExOfficio: Angela Hamlyn, CIM; Benoit Sawyer, CIM
One CIM Advisory Committee OneCIM is an ideology that aims to unite more than 10,000 members, 120 Corporate Members, 33 Branches and 10 technical Societies to enable collaboration and drive important initiatives spanning the entire mining industry. The committee consists of National, Society and Branch representatives and is dedicated to supporting programs that are important to constituents. Some projects under consideration include a sophisticated travelling minerals exhibit that will showcase the full mining cycle from exploration to reclamation, a mentorship program for students at mining schools across Canada, virtual knowledge sharing sessions, a strong support structure for Branches and examining a membership model that increases membership and provides all members with access to CIM benefits.
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Committee members Co-Chairs: Roy Slack, Cementation; Marty Dregishan, Maple Energy and Mining; Members: Janice Zinck, CANMET; Grant Carlson, SRK Consulting; Robert Cloutier, RNC Minerals; Angela Hamlyn, CIM; Benoit Sawyer, CIM; Lorent Dione, CIM; Rahul Lakote, Colas Canada; Edith Garneau, Consultant; Megan Gent, Student; Garth Kirkham, Kirkham Geosystems Ltd.
Safety Committee The vision of the CIM Safety Committee is that CIM will serve as a national centre that supports and promotes mining safety excellence, benefitting Canadian mining professionals around the world. The Safety Committee’s mission is the provision of Canadian leadership in mining safety expertise and housing of safety best practices reference material. The Safety Committee supports the Canadian mining industry global leadership, continuing to improve safety performance to Zero Harm.
Committee members Chair: Roy Slack, Cementation; Chair, J.T. Ryan Committee: Gord Winkel, University of Alberta; Past Chair, J.T. Ryan Committee: Michael Winship, Retired; Secretary: Glenn Lyle, MIRARCO; CIM CEO: Angela Hamlyn, CIM; Members: Steven Bowles, IAMGold; Shannon Campbell, Kameron Coal; Marty Dregischan, Maple Energy and Mining; Tom Hethmon, SSR Mining; Victor Pakalnis, Retired; Jim Popowich, Retired; Bryan Wilson, Golder
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Council adopted the CIM Estimation of Mineral Resources & Mineral Reserves Best Practice Guidelines, which supersedes the 2003 version of the MRMR Guidelines.
Committee members Co-Chairs: Deborah McCombe, RPA Inc.; Garth Kirkham, Kirkham Geosystems Inc.; Members: Normand Champigny, Sphinx Resources; David Eden, Kinross; Hendrik Falck, Geos Canada; Greg Gosson, Wood; Angela Hamlyn, CIM; Kevin Palmer, Teck Alaska Inc.; John Postle, RPA Inc.; Tomasz Postolski, Goldcorp; Reno Pressacco, RPA Inc.; Joe Ringwald, ScoZinc Mining Ltd.; Observers: Chris Collins, B.C. Securities Commission; Craig Waldie, Ontario Securities Commission
Technical Publications Committee The CIM Technical Publications Committee (TPC) is comprised of CIM staff and volunteer peer review chairs and co-chairs from the 10 technical Societies, who come from public and private sectors across Canada. The TPC encourages authors to submit high-quality papers to the quarterly CIM Journal, recruit volunteer peer reviewers with the expertise to conduct thorough and professional reviews of the technical content of papers and assess reviewer recommendations and render review decisions on paper acceptance. The TPC optimizes the flow of technical papers through peer review and maintains the high-quality standards of CIM Journal content.
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Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves Committee The Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves (MRMR) Committee develops and defines the standards, best practices and guidelines that are intended to foster greater standardization of reporting within the public domain, specifically under NI43-101. These standards provide a benchmark for both companies and Qualified Persons in discharging their responsibilities. MRMR’s mandate is to be aware of advances in international classification, definition and reporting; maintain, update and make changes to Standards as required; undertake a program of industry and CIM member consultation prior to submitting definitions to CIM Council for approval; serve as a conduit between the industry, CIM and the CSA; and represent CIM and Canada on CRIRSCO. In November 2019, the CIM
Chair: Chuck Edwards, Extractive Metallurgy Consulting; CMP Peer Review Chair: Erin Bobicki, University of Toronto; MER Peer Review Chair: Agus Sasmito, McGill University; MetSoc Peer Review Chair: James Budac, Sherritt International; RES Peer Review Chair: Martin Grenon, Université Laval; SMS Peer Review Chair: Loy Chunpongtong, Gamontip Consultants; UMS Peer Review Chair: Donna Beneteau, University of Saskatchewan; UMS Peer Review Chair: Ali Madiseh, UBC; GeoSoc Peer Review Chair: Hendrik Falck, NWT Geological Survey; GeoSoc Peer Review Chair: Steve McCutcheon, McCutcheon GeoConsulting; ESRS Peer Review Chair: Edith Garneau, Consultant; ESRS Peer Review Chair: Gabriel Castillo, UBC; CIM Journal Editorial Coordinator: Janice Burke, CIM; CIM Managing Editor, CIM Magazine and CIM Journal: Michele Beacom, CIM; CIM Journal Editor-in-Chief: Ryan Bergen, CIM; Ex-Officio: Angela Hamlyn, CIM
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SOCIETIES Canadian Mineral Processors Society The Canadian Mineral Processors Society (CMP) exists to provide an open and friendly forum for mineral processing operators across Canada and throughout the world to meet, network and exchange technical information. CMP accomplishes this by hosting one national meeting each year plus a number of regional meetings across the country to which all those involved in the mineral processing industry are invited. CMP serves and promotes the industry by encouraging all participants to develop and share knowledge and good practices, cultivate and maintain core values of integrity, respect and professionalism, teach and support its students, and recognize its contributors, heritage and roots.
Executive members Chair: Stefanie Vo, Hatch; 1st Vice Chair: Berge Simonian, Centerra Gold Inc.; 2nd Vice Chair: Andrew Taylor, Vale; Treasurer: Wesley Griffith, NRCan, CanmetMINING; Secretary: Rory Cameron, NRCan, CanmetMINING; Directors: Janice Zinck, NRCan, CanmetMINING; Paul Blatter, Agnico-Eagle Mines Ltd.
Environmental and Social Responsibility Society ESRS' vision is to provide leadership and professional development opportunities as they relate to the social and environmental responsibility and performance of the Canadian mining industry. ESRS encourages leading practices, a culture of responsibility, and enhanced social and environmental performance management of the industry through collaboration with all interested and affected parties. It does this through providing an engaging and high-quality technical program at the annual CIM Convention. Its members are part of a number of working groups outside of the technical sessions which help promote good practices in the mining industry.
Executive members Chair: Edith Garneau, Consultant; Vice Chair: Karen Chovan, Enviro Integration Strategies; Past Chair: Karola Toth, SNC Lavalin; Treasurer: Coco Calderhead, Tata Steel Minerals Canada Ltd.; Secretary: Maria Tibor-McMahon, SNC Lavalin; 2nd Vice Chairs, Environment: Julie Champagne, National Research Council; Alistair Kent, Merit Consultants; 2nd Vice Chairs, Social Responsibility: Lana Eagle, Lana Eagle Consulting; Jenifer Hill, JLH Environmental; Directors: Laurel Acacia, UBC Mining Student; Resa Furey, Stantec; Gabriel Castillo, UBC, Mining
Geological Society The mission of the Geological Society (GeoSoc) is to be the society of choice for all geoscientists, in Canada and elsewhere, in the field of mining and mineral exploration. Its main objective is to stimulate and advance the application of geoscience in the search, discovery, appraisal and exploitation of mineral deposits through field conferences, technical sessions, short courses, publications, lecture tours, as well as professional and social networking.
Executive members President: Garth Kirkham, Kirkham Geosystems; Incoming President: Dan Marshall, SFU; Past President: Serge Perreault, SOQUEM Inc.; Directors: Lyn Anglin, Anglin Consultants; Hendrik Falk, Government of NWT; Neil Fernandes, Queen’s University; Andrew Randall, Strata Geodata; Libby Sharman, BHP Billiton; George Simandl, BC Geological Survey
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Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society The Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability Society (MER) aims to provide a forum for members to share their knowledge and seek information on maintenance and engineering topics within the Society, throughout the rest of CIM and with external bodies. It promotes the improvement of maintenance and engineering standards through peer review of technical papers, public and private industry presentations of technology and best practice topics. MER encourages individuals to join the mining industry through its scholarships and celebrates engineering and maintenance excellence, participation and contribution through awards. By serving as a resource and support body to mine operating personnel, consulting engineers and designers, and suppliers of mine equipment, MER tries to improve safety and minimize risks.
Executive members Chair: Jean Vavrek, American Biltrite; Vice Chair: Dominique Privé, STI Maintenance Inc.; Past Chair: Rahul Lakhoté; Treasurer: Richard McIvor, McIvor Engineering; Administrator: Marcel Djivre, METELCO; Directors: Agus Sasmito, McGill University; Charles Knight, Hatch; Dean Millar, Laurentian University; Michelle Levesque, Natural Resources Canada; Jo-Anne Boucher, Consultant; Brad Kingston, Tetra Tech; Ben Kubica, J.F. Comer Inc.; Mustafa Kumral, McGill University; Glenn Lyle, CEMI; Tom Shumka, Global-PAM; Bill Wright, Metanoia Corp.; Ex Officio: Angela Hamlyn, CIM
Management and Economics Society The Management and Economics Society (MES) provides a home within the CIM organization for mineral industry professionals whose focus is mineral economics and management. MES is proud to regularly host well-attended, educational-focused events throughout the year across Canada and internationally that provide industry professionals with the opportunity not only to network but to also share experiences, insights and ideas on current topics relating to the economics, management and financial aspects of the mining, minerals, metallurgy and petroleum businesses.
Executive members Chair: Carlos da Costa, UBC, SFU; Vice Chair: Jacqueline Allison, Tethyan Resource Corp.; Past President: Alicia Ferdinand, Proven Reserves; Secretary: Rachel Jongsma, Roscoe Postle Associates; Treasurer: Lisa Ross, Kirkland Lake Gold; Directors: Jane Spooner, M.Plan International Ltd.; Jessie Liu-Ernsting, Keystone Resource Solutions Corp.; Keith Spence, Global Mining Capital Corp.; Larry Smith, Lawrence, Devon, Smith & Associates
Metallurgy & Materials Society The purpose of the Metallurgy and Materials Society (MetSoc) is to serve its members, society and others involved in the research, development and application of the science and technologies for the environmentally responsible extraction, fabrication, utilization and recycling of metals and materials. The Society is composed of seven technical sections, representing the technical diversity of the metals, minerals and materials community, and of standing committees dedicated to the various member services of the Society. Each section and committee establishes a yearly program of activities in response to its members’ interests. MetSoc is also involved with promoting student participation, recognizing excellence through awards and building a vibrant and diverse organization.
Executive members President: Edouard Asselin, UBC; 1st VicePresident: Mansoor Barati, University of Toronto; 2nd VicePresident: Stephen Corbin, Dalhousie University; 3rd VicePresident: Janice Zinck, CANMET; Past President: Elvi Dalgaard, Pratt & Whitney Canada; Secretary: Greg Richards, Teck Metals Inc.
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Mining Society of Nova Scotia As a founding Society of CIM, the Mining Society of Nova Scotia (MSNS) provides a medium for the interchange of professional knowledge and experience between those working in the mining industry in Nova Scotia and those throughout the rest of Canada as well as internationally. MSNS provides networking opportunities and fellowship and encourages student understanding of and commitment to the industry through awards and scholarships.
Executive members President: Maggie Mackay, Klohn Crippen Berger; 1st Vice-President: Joe Hines, East Coast Metal Fabrication; 2nd VicePresident: Morgan Shauerte, Dillon Consulting; Immediate Past President: Byron MacMillan, CGC Little Narrows Plant; Past President: Gary Chew, Sansom Equipment; Secretary/Treasurer: Florence Sigut
Rock Engineering Society The Rock Engineering Society (RES) is involved with various needs of the industry, with a focus on diverse areas including backfill, instrumentation, geomechanics, rock support, rock bursts and soft rock. RES coordinates the sharing of technical experiences from our members with the public and CIM members through various means such as at conference technical sessions and in the CIM Journal. Additionally, the executive of the Rock Engineering Society works closely with the Canadian Geotechnical Society to represent Canada in the International Society for Rock Mechanics (ISRM).
Executive members Chair: Doug Milne, University of Saskatchewan; Chair Elect: Mike Yao, Vale; Past Chair: John Henning, BBA; Past Chair, Publications Officer: Martin Grenon, University of Laval; Treasurer: Kamran Esmaeili, University of Toronto; Secretary: Darren Neely, Nutrien; Members-at-Large: Efstratois Karampinos, University of Laval; John Unrau, Mosaic Potash
Surface Mining Society The mandate of the Surface Mining Society (SMS) is primarily to facilitate the exchange of knowledge for the benefit of the surface mining community. SMS is driven by the belief that the focus of sharing efforts must be directed at the operators; a strong operating sector benefits the entire industry including OEMS, vendors, consultants and academia. It delivers on its mandate by supporting CIM technical events and organizing surface mining-specific events. SMS also supports Branches and other Societies as needed to address relevant technical topics.
Executive members Chair: Ross Pritchard, Teck Resources Ltd.; Incoming Chair: Brad Strueby, Teck Resources Ltd.; Past Chair: Zoli Lukacs, Independent Industry Advisor; Treasurer: Bruce Bernard, Century Services; Directors: Allan Boddy, NovaTech Mining; Tom Broddy, Retired; Bob McCarthy, SRK Consulting; Mike Petrina, Moose Mountain Technical Services; Tim Skinner, SMART Systems
Underground Mining Society The Underground Mining Society (UMS) exists to assist and promote the continued growth of mining in Canada, with a focus on underground mining. It succeeds in doing so by promoting and facilitating the exchange of information and data on all subjects related to the mining industry, which UMS does in sessions at the CIM Convention and MEMO conference as well as by contributing to the CIM Journal. UMS also promotes mining as a positive, growing and dynamic industry with many exciting opportunities.
Executive members Chair: Gary Poxleitner, SRK Consulting; Vice Chair: George Darling, Sandstorm Gold Ltd.; Past Chair: Donna Beneteau, University of Saskatchewan; Treasurer: Nancy Komperdo, BHP Billiton; Secretary: Dylan Shacker, Golder
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BRANCHES WESTERN DISTRICT Calgary The Calgary Branch aims to promote and encourage young people to pursue careers in the minerals industry through its strong education program and a scholarship. It also facilitates the exchange of information and fellowship among members. Educating the general public about the mining industry is also a primary focus of the Calgary Branch.
Executive members: Chair: James Faraday, River Valley Consulting; Treasurer: Haig Allalemdijiam, Deswik; Secretary: James MacDonald, FWS Group; Education & Awards: Patrick Landry, Teck; Membership/Social Media: Theresa Lavender, River Valley Consulting; Facilities Liaison: Greg Peters, Imperial Oil; CoTechnical Program: Edward Alberts, Edward Alberts Consulting; Fraser Rowe; Member Recognition: Haig Allalemdijiam, Deswik; Directors-at-Large: Rob Medley, Worley; Wes Funk, DXD Consulting
North Central BC The North Central BC Branch is a growing Branch that spans a 600km area encompassing Quesnel, Williams Lake, Prince George and Smithers, as well as other small communities. Members of the Branch are from local communities, suppliers and businesses. The Branch hosts multiple events throughout the year to provide networking opportunities for its members, including an annual golf tournament that organizes a fundraiser with Friends of Children, a charity that assists families with children in extraordinary medical need.
Executive members: Chair: Klaus Ofner, West Fraser Electro-Mechnical Ltd.; Vice Chair: Jordan Easton, Lynum - Progressive Industries; Treasurer: Katherine Ray, Molycop; Secretary: Sean Johnston; Board Members: Harpal Aulakh, AUL Industrial Repairs Ltd.; Francis Chachula, Quadra; Wade Gillard, CAC Industrial; Gord King, SMS; Kelvin Lee, Hatch; Shauna Litke, Imperial Metals; Brett Tomlinson, ME Electmetal
Oil Sands The Oil Sands Branch is about community, networking and sharing technical knowledge in the Wood Buffalo region. In the last couple of years, the Branch has been rejuvenated and has hosted more technical talks and charity events, a trend the Branch plans to continue. The Oil Sands Branch also encourages students in mining-related ďŹ elds with awards for academic achievement and community involvement.
Executive members: Chair: Mitchell Carter, Suncor Energy; Vice Chair: David Wallace, Brandt Tractor; Past Chair: Isaac Bussin, Suncor Energy; Treasurer: DJ Grant, Two Crossings; Technical Program Director: Mitchell Carter, Suncor Energy; Social/Communications Director: Jessica Lipton, Syncrude Canada; Publicity Director: Megan Bartel; Membership Director: Jousha Ajeigbe, KMC Mining; Director-at-Large: Alexander Partsch, Canadian Natural Resources
Saskatoon The Saskatoon Branch is committed to the exchange of technical knowledge and providing networking opportunities to its members. It has also worked to encourage students in mining through its robust scholarship program and support of the University of Saskatchewan CIM Student Chapter.
Executive members: Chair: Erin Moss Tressel, NewFields Canada; Vice Chair: Vanessa Calayan, Nutrien; Past Chair: Daylan Healy; Treasurer: Jason Belanger, Nutrien; Administrator: Keenan Collins, Hatch; Membership Coordinator: Kelsey Hewitt, O’Kane Consulting; Website Coordinator: Dennis Lammers, Applied Industrial Technologies; Technical Night Coordinator: Gordon Loucks, Timken Canada; Scholarship Coordinator: Donna Beneteau, University of Saskatchewan; Sponsorship Coordinator: Dylan Shacker, Golder; CIM National Liaison: Nancy Komperdo, BHP Billiton Canada; University of Saskatchewan Liaison: Douglas Milne, University of Saskatchewan; SK Polytech Liaison: Jason
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Seright, SK Polytech; University of Saskatoon Student Chapter Liaison: Tristin McDonald, University of Saskatoon Student Chapter; Communication Coordinators: Kevin Ma, Procon Industrial; Karen Coates, Government of Saskatchewan; Golf Tournament Coordinator: Jae Isaac, Finning Canada; Special Event Committee: Tara Stratton; Brad Hill, Applied Industrial Technologies; Members-atLarge: Rory Duncan; Chuck Edwards, Chuck Edwards Extractive Metallurgy Consulting; Dave Mackintosh, ADM Consulting; Richard May, Hatch
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Vancouver The Vancouver Branch is a key Branch for the mining community as many head offices for both Canadian and global mining companies are located in the region. The Branch has strong support from major and junior companies alike. Furthermore, it has many supplier and consulting companies in its membership as companies in Vancouver service the global mining industry, and it provides forums for students and professionals in the mining community to connect with one another at luncheons and other events.
Saskatoon Geological Section The Saskatoon Geological Section is a body of the CIM Geological Society. It operates under the rules and procedures of the Society, particularly to fulfil the objectives of the Society which include stimulating and advancing the application of geology, geophysics and geochemistry in the exploration, development and exploitation of mineral resources by arrangement of technical sessions, lectures and discussions; publication of technical papers; sponsorship of field excursions; and promotion and encouragement of research and education in the earth sciences.
Executive members: Co-Chairs: Yvonne DeBoer, Cementation; Cameron Stockman, CEC Mining Systems; Vice Chair: Dan Farmer, Coalsense; Treasurer: Ron Gill, PwC; Secretary: John Gravel, Bedrock Service; Venue and Registration Director: Neda Farmer, Mining Plus; Sponsorship Director: Carolynne Wilks-Perger, Solenis; Sponsorship Committee: Andrew Mitchell, TetraTech; Marketing Director: Mehmet Ozcubukcuoglu, Solvay; Technical Director: Mary-Jane Piggott, Klohn Crippen Berger; Technical Committee: Laurie Reemeyer, Resourceful Paths Consulting; Senior Advisor: Tom Broddy, Retired
Executive members: Chair: Shayne Rozdilsky, NexGen Energy; Program Chair: Chris Hamel, UEX Corp.; Treasurer: Darcy Hirsekorn, Frostfire Exploration Inc.; Secretary: Caitlin Glew, Cameco Corp.
South Central BC The South Central BC Branch consists of both mining operations and suppliers from many areas across British Columbia and Yukon. It strives to promote mining as a positive industry that stimulates local economies. It also raises money for local charities and encourages youth to join this industry, which has been good to so many. Additionally, it strives to educate about the role of mining through presentations during its annual conference.
Executive members: Chair: Tyler Thompson, New Gold Inc.; Vice Chair: Shawn Maunula; Treasurer: Brad Price, Finning Canada; Account Manager: Katherine Ray, Moly-Cop Canada
CENTRAL DISTRICT GTA West The primary goal of the GTA West Branch is to support the technical networks and communities of its members. It does so by facilitating technical knowledge exchange and networking opportunities through educational and social events. GTA West is also dedicated to promoting awareness of the positive role mining plays in Canada.
Executive members: Co-Chairs: Phil Cancilla, Heath & Sherwood; Mary Murray; 1st Vice Chair: Peter Kilmurray, Haver & Boecker; Past Chair: Sarah Wilson, SGS Canada Inc.; Treasurer: John Thompson, John P. Thompson & Associates; Secretary: Yasha Chaugule; CIM National Ambassador: Peter Salmon, Northern Cast Parts; Directors: Bayar Baatar, Baatar Consulting Inc.; Michelle Cilliers, Commerce Cillutions; Brad McBain; Mel Sauvè, Global Growth Results; Gerry Son Kee, Raymond James Ltd.
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Hamilton The Hamilton Branch has its foundations in the steel industry, by far the number one commodity in the region. It offers a program of technical meetings and dinners, and is continuously working to increase its involvement with students.
Executive members: Chair and Secretary: Shannon Clark, ArcelorMittal; Vice Chair and Director: Jane Wood, ArcelorMittal
Northern Gateway Northern Gateway is a very active Branch supported by dedicated volunteers who contribute their creativity and time. The Branch is focused on improving the perception of mining in the public eye and providing youth with a better idea of what mining is all about. This is done through programs like the Teachers Mining Tour, mining-manufacturing highschool specialist programs and Mining Week in North Bay. Social events like golf tournaments and seafood mixers provide networking opportunities and raise funds to support the many worthwhile activities that the Branch engages in.
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Porcupine Executive members: Co-Chairs: Andrew Smith, Dumas; Keiran Swanton, Glencore; Past Chair: Kyle Buckoll, Glencore Kidd Operations; Treasurer: Josh Toner, Glencore; Directors: Bruce Armitage, Pan American Silver; Steve Bergounhon, Lincoln Strategic; Andre Giroux, De Beers Group; Wayne Mohns, Dumas; Jonatan Perrier-Daigle, Glencore; Mike Sabourin, Nalco; Ken Stewart, NORCAT
Red Lake Members of the Red Lake Branch are from diverse groups and professional afďŹ liations. Many members are technical people or operators, while others are retired from the mining industry. The Red Lake Branch prioritizes connection with the public and has provided an opportunity for people from the different companies and government bodies in Red Lake to come together for networking and learning. The Branch also welcomes people from outside the mining community to participate in its events.
Executive members: Executive members: Chair: Richard Cook, Knight Piesold Ltd.; Vice Chair: Gerry Black, Cementation Canada; Treasurer: Robert Gibson; Secretary: Erin Richmond, The City of North Bay; Facilities: Amy Shaba, Boart Longyear; Membership: Mark Wagner, Metso Minerals Canada; Sponsorship/Education: Don Winter, Cementation Canada; Social Programs: Bernie Robertson, Knox Hutchison Insurance Brokers
Ottawa The Ottawa Branch is a revitalized Branch that offers opportunities in knowledge sharing, networking, professional development and technical talks in mining, metallurgy, geology and exploration. The Ottawa Branch intends to attract a higher attendance at its future events by making them more targeted to the needs of its members.
Executive members: Chair: Maziar Sauber, CanmetMINING
Chair: Samuel Lewis, MNDM; Treasurer: Jeff Frostiak, Goldcorp; Secretary: Ian Berdusco, Goldcorp; Directors: Andrea Neynens, Goldcorp; Gaurav Acharya, Goldcorp; Cam Kovachik, Goldcorp; Justin Palkovits, Goldcorp; Kristie Peloquin, Goldcorp
Sudbury The Sudbury Branch has a strong membership base, as there are many educational institutions, suppliers and operating mines in the area. The Branch is supported by a dedicated committee that spreads out responsibilities, which helps to foster ambition in constantly improving events that typically focus around guest speakers and improving awareness of new projects and technologies.
Executive members: Chair: Christine Bertoli, Deswik; Vice Chair: Colin Pegues, Vale; Past Chair: Trang Tran-Valade, FORTAI; Treasurer: Dwayne Kroll, Retired; Secretary: Karen Paquette, Vale; Education Chair: Jeff Lafortune, College Boreal; Golf Tournament: Peter Villgren, Industrial Fabrication; Donations: Neil Milner, KGHM; Student Representative: Deanna Dobson, Laurentian University; Membership: Eleanor Magdzinski, Glencore; Facilities: Yijing Sun, Vale; Social: Shelley Willock, Vale; Publicity/Advertising: Lynn Bulloch, BESTECH
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Sudbury Geological Section The Sudbury Geological Section holds regular technical meetings on topics such as the geology of the Canadian Shield, ore deposits, metallogeny, tectonics and remote sensing. It also hosts its own conferences on occasion and provides support to conferences organized by others, as well as to the geology students at the Harquail School of Earth Sciences at Laurentian University.
Executive members: Chair: Phillips Thurston, Laurentian University; Vice Chair: Michael Lesher, Laurentian University; Treasurer: Ruth Debicki, Retired; Secretary: Noelle Shriver, Vale; Directors: Tom Hart, Transition Metals Corp.; Ed Pattison, Retired
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Breede, Watts, Griffis and McOuat Ltd.; Treasurer: Nick Miseros, MS Partners LLP; Secretary: Mary McKenzie, Odgers Berndtson; Education Committee Chair: Benjamin St-Onge, Quantec Geoscience Ltd.; Membership Chair: Hrayr Agnerian, Agnerian Consulting Ltd.; Communications: Stephanie Skitch; MES Representative: Irene Gosende Seeney, C.J. Stafford & Associates; Photographer: Shilika Mathur, Jacobs; Directors: Rosemary Niechcial, Waypoint Infrastructure Inc.; Gordana Slepcev, Anaconda Mining Inc.; Helen Bilhete, Newsfild Corp.; Ivana Sabaj, Halyard Inc.; Mohammed Ali, Kirkland Lake Gold; Mary Murray, Golder Associates
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Thunder Bay The Thunder Bay Branch promotes and offers quality networking and educational opportunities for members, as well as the general public in Thunder Bay. It works collaboratively with other local groups, such as the Lakehead University Society of Economic Geologists Student Chapter, Women in Mining and the Northwestern Ontario Prospectors Association in the provision of other continuing professional development events such as short courses, workshops and field trips.
Amos The Amos Branch seeks to become a regional leader in the promotion of the mining industry through the creation of a network that will inform and direct its members, so as to meet their networking and business opportunity needs. The Amos Branch will become a tool for retention for local businesses active in the global mining industry and for raising awareness with the general public.
Executive members: Executive members: Chair: Greg Paju, Ontario Geological Survey; Vice Chair: Peter Hollings, Lakehead University; Past Chair: Rohan Millar, MNDM; Treasurer/Secretary: Dorothy Campbell, Ontario Geological Survey; Directors: Bob Chataway, Consulting Geologist; Chris Dougherty, Nordmin Engineering Ltd.; Michele Tuomi, Landore Resources Canada; Dwayne ZieBarth, WSP
Chair: Robert Cloutier, RNC Minerals; 1st Vice Chair: Ghislain Macameau, Atlas Copco; 2nd Vice Chair: Nico Brière, Forage Nordik Drilling; Treasurer: Gilles Blanchet, Groupe SM Tardif; Secretary: Dany Charron, UQAT; Administrators: Joanne Breton, Chambre de Commerce et de l’Industrie du Centre Abitibi; Sébastien D’Astous, Ville d’Amos; Steve Demontigny, Forage M Rouiller; Mathieu Dionne, Atelier Val d’Or; Marc-André Lavergne, Monarque Gold; Serge Rouillier, Sayona Québec
Toronto The Toronto Branch is located in the world centre for raising mining and exploration capital, and it is dedicated to serving its membership by continuing to work hard to attract industry speakers to facilitate the exchange of technical knowledge. Additionally, the Toronto Branch is intent on starting a self-sustaining scholarship fund to increase its connection with students and young professionals.
Executive members: Chair, Events and Sponsorship: Curtis Clarke, Golder Associates; Vice Chair, Events and Sponsorship: Kurt
Chapais-Chibougamau Founded more than 60 years ago following the creation of two prolific copper, gold, silver and zinc mining camps, the Branch aims to inform the surrounding communities of future mining projects in the James Bay Eeyou Itschee Territory in order to facilitate social acceptability and maximize community benefits of the projects. The Branch also hopes to continue their educational mission by encouraging students with events and scholarships.
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Executive members: Chair: Gabrielle Rochefort, SOQUEM Inc.; Treasurer: Stéphane McKenzie, Services Québec; Secretary: Patrick Houle, Ministère de l’Énergie et des Ressources naturelles; Members: Joanie Béland, SOQUEM Inc.; Yvon Bellavance, Centre d’études collégiales de Chibougamau; Julie Laberge, Les Entreprises Alain Maltais Inc.; Kevin Lemoine Larouche, Forage Chibougamau; Régis Simard, Table jamésienne de concertation minière
Montréal The Montréal Branch is distinct because of the diversity of its board of directors; it is a great mix of distinguished professors representing all the mining related universities of Montreal; young and engaged industry managers, suppliers and consulting firm representatives; and retired industry leaders. The mission of the Montréal Branch is to be a reference for all professionals in the local mining community, to advance the mining and minerals community through information exchange and professional networking and to promote and support education and scholarly activities in mining and mineral exploration.
Executive members: Chair: Jeffrey Casoff, BBA; Vice Chair: Danny Bernard, Toromont CAT; Treasurer: Ian Turner, Sitec North America Inc.; Secretary: Lise Chartrand; Director/UQAM Representative: Benoit-Michel Saumur, UQAM; Directors: Steven Bowles, Iamgold; René Dufour, CIM Centennial Corp.; Ferri Hassani, McGill University; Jeff Hussey, Osisko Metals; Frank Kruzich; Hani Mitri, McGill University; Martin Poirier, Toromont CAT; Richard Simon, École Polytechnique; Mackenzie Watson
New Brunswick The New Brunswick Branch services not only the Fredericton area but also the formerly active Bathurst base metal and Sussex potash mining camps. Branch membership comprises a very diverse group spanning resource exploration, prospecting, mining and minerals
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processing, energy, the service sector, government, academia and consulting. Given the decline of the mineral resource sector and its contribution to the provincial economy, it has become increasingly important for the New Brunswick Branch to provide a networking forum for industry practitioners, students and members of the public who have an indirect connection to the industry. The New Brunswick Branch recognizes that the broader its membership base, the more effective and relevant networking forums become.
Executive members: Chair: Phillip Reeves, Atlantic Potash Corp.; Outgoing Chair: Tom Healy, Kamcot International Ltd.; Treasurer: Adrian Davis, Independent Geologist; Secretary: Allan Armitage; Director of Events: Steve Rossiter, Government of New Brunswick; Director of Communications: Kelsey Koerner; Director of Scholarship and Awards: Adrian Park, ERD; Director of Educational Outreach: Jennifer Day, University of New Brunswick; Director of Membership: Andrew Gillett, Dillon Consulting; Director, UNB Coordinator: Bennett Wilson, University of New Brunswick; Directors-at-Large: Kristin Banks, Dillon Consulting; Brad McPherson, New Brunswick Government; Derek Lawrence, Hearth & Sherwood; Regan Worden, University of New Brunswick; Director, Sussex Area: Laura Araneda, Vic Progressive Diamond Drilling
Newfoundland & Labrador Mining forms the core of the Newfoundland and Labrador Branch’s focus, but many of its members are explorationists, so the topics of exploration and prospecting are also high priorities. The Newfoundland and Labrador Branch tries to create connections through its events, technical talks, prospector training course, student presentations and lunch and learn meetings.
Executive members: Chair: James Powell, Marathon Gold Corp.; Vice Chair: Matthew Stewart, Vale; Past Chair: Paul McNeill, Anaconda Mining; Treasurer: Gary Snow, Retired; Secretary: Len Mandville, Retired
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Québec The Québec City Branch membership consists of students, geologists, engineers, civil servants, employees from junior mining companies based in Québec City, research scientists and retirees. The primary focus of the Branch is to recruit students and to encourage and support them through financial assistance to student associations. The Québec City Branch also hosts five technical meetings each year with talks by industry leaders to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and networking.
Executive members: Chair: Renald Gauthier, CIMA+; Vice Chair: Jean-Yves, Labbé, MERN; Treasurer: Michel Robinson, Consultant; Secretary: Jean-François Wilhelmy, Consultant; Administrators: Christian Dupuis, Université Laval; Charles Gagnon, Université Laval; Donald Leroux, BBA; Patrice Roy, MERN; Darren Smith, Dahrouge Geological Consulting
Rouyn-Noranda Hosting events that foster networking as well as education about the mining industry is key to the Rouyn-Noranda Branch, which is heavily involved in Mining Week each May and technical conferences and social events throughout the year. The Rouyn-Noranda Branch has a scholarship program that helps five students each year to study in mining-related fields.
Executive members: Chair: Guillaume Bigué, Agnico Eagle; Vice Chair: Sylvain Lépine, Ressources Yorbeau Inc.; Treasurer: Hubert ParentBouchard, Ressources Minières Radisson Inc.; Secretary: Manon Garant, Ressources Globex
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Saguenay The Saguenay Branch promotes the mining and minerals industries with networking activities and meetings, is involved in regional events taking place during Québec Mining Week and supports students through scholarships and sponsorship of student events.
Executive members: Chair: Benoit Lafrance, CONSOREM-TRCM; Treasurer: André-Michel Maheux, Niobec; Secretary: Stéphanie Lavaure, Arianne Phosphate; Directors: Marie-Odile Chartier, IOS Services Géoscientifique; Arnaud, Chassagnol-Dumur, Minière Osisko; François Clément, Unifor-Niobec; Sarah Dare, Professeure-UQAC; Blanche Richer, Étudiante UQAC; Anick Tremblay, Étudiante UQAC; Christian Tremblay, CERM-UQAC
Thetford Mines Executive members: Chair: Normand Boutet; Treasurer & Secretary: Jovette Marois, Cegep de Thetford; Directors: Jean Tardif, Dundee, Technologies Durables Inc.; Eric Dubois, Cegep de Thetford
Val-d’Or Executive members: President: Annabelle Rioux, Eldorado Gold Lamaque; Vice President: Ariane Jutras, Mine Canadian Malartic; Past President: André Bernard, Canadian Malartic; Administrators: Roger Bergeron, DSI; Vincent Boileau, Minier C-Mac Thyssen; Lily-Katryne Comtois, ACE Services Mécaniques; Tania-Jane Dallaire, Sandvik Mining; Frédéric Fradette, TMR Communications; Marcel H. Jolicoeur, North American Lithium; Gérald Lefrançois, Corriveau J.L. & Ass. Inc.; Dominic Mailhot, Abi-Quip; Samuel Morin, Agnico Eagle; Social Media Manager: Myriam Francoeur, G+ Plastics
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THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE MEMBERS 48e Nord International Aecon AIL Mining Analyze and Improve ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. Ausenco BASF Corporation Benshaw Canada BESTECH Beumer Group BHP Billiton Canada Inc BKT Tires Canada Inc. BlackRock Metals Inc. Bradken Brandt Tractor Ltd. Brault Maxtech Inc. Brigade Electronic (Canada) Ltd. Buhler Canada Inc. Canada Tank Solutions Inc. Cementation Canada Inc. CEMI - Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation C-FER Technologies City of Temiskaming Shores CK Logistics Commit Works Conspec Controls Ltd. Continental Gold Inc. COREM Cullen Diesel Power Ltd. Cypher Environmental Ltd. Derrick Corporation DMC Mining Services Dowa Metals & Mining Co Ltd. Dubé Excavation inc. Dyno Nobel Inc. Elphinstone Pty Ltd. ENS Industrial Envirobay Inc Environmental Monitoring and Compliance, Inc. EPC Canada Epiroc ExcelSense Technologies F.F.P. Systems Inc Fountain Tire Mine Service Ltd. Fournier Industries Inc. Frontier Lithium Inc. G Mining Services GEA Group Global Physical Asset Management, Inc GMS Mine Repair & Maintenance, Inc. Golder Associates Ltd. Graham Group Ltd. Graymont Groupe MISA
Hatch Ltd. Haver & Boecker Canada Hecla Mining Company HKD Blue HLS Hard-Line Solutions Inc. IBK Capital Corporation IMAFS Integrity Mining & Industrial International Tire Repair Solutions Intersac, International Suppliers & Contractors ISCO Canada Inc. J.F. Comer Inc. Jannatec Technologies John Crane Kal Tire Mining Tire Group Kalenborn Canada Inc. Kameron Coal Key Maintenance Technologies Kinross Gold Corporation Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. Komatsu Mining Corp (formally Caterpillar) Kubes Steel Inc. Lafarge Canada Inc. Laurel Steel, Division of Harris Steel Levert Personnel Resources Inc. Limpact International Ltd. Local Rental Solutions Ltd. MacLean Engineering Maestro Digital Mine Matcom McCue Engineering Contractors McLanahan Corporation Mécanicad Mincon (formally Pacific bit) Mine Cable Services Corporation Mine Site Technologies (Canada) Inc. Mineral Technologies Minova Minrail Inc. MMD Mineral Sizing NETZSCH Canada Inc. Newmont Goldcorp NLMK North America Plate North American Palladium Ltd. North Fringe Industrial Technologies Inc. Nutrien OPC INDUSTRIAL LTD. Outotec (Canada) Ltd. PACE.global PacificOra Industrial Systems Ltd PEX Industrial Piping Solutions Phoenix Extreme Conveyor Belt Solutions Praetorian Construction Management
Primero Procon Progesys Inc. Proudfoot PROVIX Inc. RCT Technologies Rearden Metals & Mining Redline Communications Redpath Canada (formally J.S. Redpath) Ressources Québec Richwood Rimex Supply Ltd. Rio Tinto Iron and Titanium Inc. Ritchie Brothers RockEng Inc. Rockhound Limited Rock-Tech Rosta Inc. RPM Canada Rulmeca Canada Limited Sedgman Sepor Inc. Service aux entreprises Harricana Sigfusson Northern Ltd. SKF Canada Limited SM Cyclo of Canada, Ltd. SMS Equipment SNF Canada SRK Consulting (Canada) Standard Machine - Power Systems by Timken Stantec Consulting Suncast Polytech Inc. Suncor Energy Inc., Oil Sands SUREWERX SWT Titan Mining Services Ltd. Teck Resources Limited Tega Industries Canada Tema Isenmann, Inc. The Mosaic Company THOAR Mining Management Ltd. Thyssen Mining Construction of Canada Ltd. Ultra Seat Corporation Vatne Concrete Systems Ltd VDG - Van der Graaf VEGA Instruments Canada Ltd Veolia Water Technologies Canada Inc. Victaulic Company of Canada Ltd. Voghel Inc. Wainbee Limited Wajax Equipment WesTech Engineering, Inc. Wire Rope Industries Ltd. Wood Xylem Water Solutions
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CIM has approximately 10,000 members, convened from industry, academia and government. CIM’s members help shape, lead and connect the mining industry around the globe. Together, they form a common voice for the collective – creating a community of industry professionals dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, facilitation of innovation, the celebration of excellence and the promotion of sustainable practices across the full spectrum of Canada’s minerals, metals, materials and petroleum industries.
ALBERTA
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BRITISH COLUMBIA
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
MANITOBA
QUÉBEC
NEW BRUNSWICK
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NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR
YUKON
NOVA SCOTIA
UNITED STATES
NORTHWEST TERRITORIES
MEXICO
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STRATEGIC GOAL 3
to expand awareness of the essential contribution mining makes to society
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GMPA UNDERTAKES GLOBAL ACTION ON TAILINGS The Global Mineral Professionals Alliance, composed of AusIMM, CIM, IIMP, IOM3, SAIMM and SME, has undertaken a collaborative initiative that seeks to tackle challenges surrounding tailings. In light of global challenges faced around mine waste, particularly tailings, the Global Action on Tailings initiative was announced at the GMPA meeting held in connection to the SME annual conference. In addition to examining tailings from the perspective of disposal and closure, the initiative will seek to advance discussions and solutions relating to tailings management, tailings reprocessing/repurposing and ultimately, moving towards tailings elimination. Data collection, dissemination of existing best practices, case studies and research through a forthcoming GMPA website is part of a multi-pronged approach to address challenges facing the industry globally.
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CIM-Science North Joint Venture In partnership with Science North, CIM is developing a mineral literacy program to increase and improve public awareness of the minerals and metals industry. Our Earth’s Riches (a working title) is the largest public outreach and engagement project ever contemplated by CIM. The project is designed to be a 6,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art travelling exhibit that will be on fulltime display at science centres, museums and other venues across Canada. Over a five-year period, it is estimated to provide an exciting and interactive experience to 1.5 million Canadian children and families who will learn about the industry’s commitment to advanced technology, safety, sustainability, and diversity and inclusion.
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CIM FOUNDATION Thanks to the contribution of generous donors in 2019, the CIM Foundation was able to continue to support scholarships and the CIM Distinguished Lecturers program. The Foundation also contributed to organizations such as MineralsEd BC and the Club de Mineralogie de Montreal. These groups provide students and members of the general public across Canada with valuable educational programs and events to help them better understand how the mining industry supports them in their daily lives. Throughout the year, the Foundation provides educational material to CIM Branches and Societies for their regional events. Students and their teachers receive collectible mineral cards to help them continue their learning well after the events and to assist them in their school projects. In addition, the Foundation supported remote communities through the Nunavik Mineral Exploration Fund by creating 14 mining and geology educational backpacks.
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CIM FOUNDATION ACTIVITIES Stantec Inc. has generously provided a $50,000 fund for the creation of a new mining engineering scholarship that will be offered in perpetuity. In addition, the CIM Foundation continues to provide CIM Student Chapters with $2,000 a year as a match for funds used for education projects. This, alongside other scholarship opportunities, helps to foster stronger relationships between the CIM Foundation, CIM National, CIM Branches and CIM Student Chapters to encourage networking and career development.
Silent Auctions The CIM Foundation works tirelessly throughout the year to organize Silent Auctions at major mining events. The Foundation organized a total of 11 auctions, including two with Indigenous communities, raising a total of over $20,000. Net auction revenues are shared with the host organization to help them fund their educational programs and activities.
Scholarships Awarded Caterpillar and its Canadian Dealers Scholarship – Ryan Roberts, Laurentian University Dr. David Robertson Scholarship – Kayla Soini, Laurentian University; Daniel Stasola, University of Manitoba Scotiabank Scholarship – Kayla Soini, Laurentian University Stantec Scholarship – Jeremy Lapointe, École Polytechnique de Montréal Stantec/McIntosh Technical Program – Laurel Acacia, University of British Columbia; Elaine Guay, CEGEP de l’Abitibi Temiscamingue Stantec/McIntosh Degree Program – Jacob Bilous, Queen’s Univesity; Cole McIvor, BCIT; Charles Meadows, Queen’s University; Jasmine-Sophie Papineau de Montigny, École Polytechnique de Montréal; Isabella Semadeni, Queen’s University; Jacob Yarrow, Queen’s University Taking Flight Scholarship – Jacob Madore, Laurentian University; Sidney Mamakwa, Queens University; Savannah Shem, Centre d’études Chibougamou
Educational Workshops and Activities Nunavik mining workshop during Mining Week Workshops, Kuujjuaq Educational packages, including mineral match panels - as well as their corresponding mineral cards - were provided to 14 schools, for use by educators and animators for events with students and members of the general public
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20,400
scholarships awarded, totalling $76,000, which includes 2nd and 3rd installments of the Stantec Scholarship
lectures supported via the Distinguished Lecturer program at Branches, Societies and Student Chapters Canada-wide
decks of playing cards distributed to students and members of the general public
mineral cards distributed to students and members of the general public at special events
Board Members President Daniel Gagnon, FCIM, Met-Chem, DRA Executive Committee Kenny Cheong, Glencore; Dean Journeaux, FCIM, Journeaux International Trustees Edward Beswick, J.E. Beswick and Associates; Jo-Anne Boucher, Retired; Garth Kirkham, FCIM, Kirkham Geosystems Ltd.; Jan Nesset, FCIM, Nessetech Consulting Services; Christian West, Torrox International Ltd.
STRATEGIC GOAL 4
to achieve organizational & operational excellence
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FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND REPORTING A Healthy Financial Outlook
Milestone Agreements
Canadian Mining Games
Financially, the 2019 fiscal year was a banner year. All revenue streams performed exceptionally well. Events throughout the year generated over $5 million in sales; CIM Magazine advertisements generated over $1 million in sales; Individual and Corporate memberships generated $927,000 in sales; and CIM’s investment portfolio generated $190,000 in revenue. Combining this revenue with tight control on expenses has helped create a result that speaks for itself.
Two milestone letters of agreement were signed with CIM in 2019, the first in the spring with the Metallurgy and Materials Society (MetSoc), and the second in the fall with the Canadian Mineral Processors Society (CMP).
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Canadian Mining Games and CIM was revised and renewed at the end of 2019. CIM National’s finance team provides comprehensive accounting services and financial reporting to the different levels of government and the CMG Board of Directors. The MOU specifies that CIM is now the custodian of all CMG records and to ensure continuity and financial oversight, CIM’s Chief Financial Officer is named one of the administrators of CMG.
In January 2019, MetSoc’s finances and accounting were transferred to the CIM National finance team, who are now responsible for the complete accounting cycle and financial reporting presented to the MetSoc Board of Directors. Scheduled for January 2020, the CMP’s accounting cycle and financial reporting will be transferred to the CIM National and will be reported to the CMP Board of Directors. MetSoc and CMP were the last two CIM Societies remaining that did not have their finances and accounting completed by CIM National. CIM expects to have consolidated financial statements for the entire group of constituents by the end of 2020.
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CIM ADMINISTRATION CIM to Remain in Current Offices
Revision of By-Laws
With the expiry of the CIM National office’s lease coming to an end in the summer of 2020, a decision needed to be made regarding the office location. What would make for a better decision? Purchase a property for CIM’s permanent location? Move and lease new office space or stay in the current location? With the assistance of a real estate expert in late 2019, a comparative study was undertaken to evaluate a cost-effective solution for CIM National. A decision was made to renew the lease of the current location for an additional 10-years, a term that will end in August 2030.
A revision of CIM’s By-Laws and Governance documents began in 2019 to identify possible gaps in CIM’s practices that could require an update. A revision of existing policies has also started and in some cases, new policies will be created to ensure that CIM is at the forefront of best practices for the minerals and metals industry.
Updated CIM Website
An updated version of the CIM.org website was launched on April 15, 2019. The website and its design is intuitive and user-friendly, providing easy access to technical content and expertise alongside a powerful search tool that aggregates content from all CIM websites. The updated website provides an opportunity to highlight all of CIM’s member benefits and new initiatives. The website also features a regularly updated Calendar of Events that displays all upcoming events for the year from Branches, Societies, CIM National and partners.
New Benefit for Corporate Members
CIM began offering Corporate Members with the ability to post jobs on the CIM website. This benefit is an added value that allows Corporate Members to reach a diverse and experienced audience in the minerals and metals industry. In addition, these jobs are shared in the CIM Community Reporter and the CIM Magazine newsletters, which have an audience of more than 20,000. Corporate Members posted a total of 44 jobs in 2019.
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COLLABORATION IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS I’m thrilled to be taking on the role of CIM President and working with CIM Past President, Roy Slack. I think we are both feeling very fortunate to be following in the footsteps of exceptional leaders in these roles, most recently, Janice Zinck and Ken Thomas. Working with Angela Hamlyn and her team at CIM National and the many CIM Societies and Branches across Canada, there is a solid foundation for coordinated efforts in the industry. There is certainly a myriad of stakeholders and I’m keen to meet and represent you. Together, we form a united network across this vast country. This is fundamental to our industry as I believe collaboration is the key to success. Mining is in my blood and CIM is a big part of my professional life. My father, George Espley, always upheld the importance of CIM. My dad has taken on leadership roles in CIM, playing a big part in the CIM Toronto Branch for many years, and was a CIM Distinguished Lecturer. He’s also very patriotic as a Welsh immigrant in Canada and his pride in Canadian mining transcends generations - from him, to me and to my spouse, Marc Boudreau, and to our children, as we are all part of the “mining industry family.”
It is not companies, it is our people who shine in the global arena with their top-shelf mining skills and knowledge for advancing engagement, innovation and safe operations and capital growth.
During my tenure, my mission is two-fold. First, to focus on how we expand the knowledge and value of mining to society. There is a significant movement afoot with a vision to build a travelling science exhibit to tell the story of mining. Using a modular design, it will travel from city to city across North America to educate and engage our society. The joint venture - between CIM and Science North - is our means of making this goal happen. The second is the continued building of best practices and guidance documents. This is only possible by liaising with as many of you as possible, to tackle the emerging domain of “Mining 4.0” with topics such as innovative design, green energy, zero carbon emissions, risk elimination, tailings management, license to operate and many others. Health and safety is as important as ever and we need best practices for new technologies, mental health and for dealing with a pandemic. The need extends to human resources with our renewed vigour for diversity and inclusion. Even our mining education institutions need renewal. They are ripe for added alignment on course content that matches our future industry vision. It is not companies, it is our people who shine in the global arena with their top-shelf mining skills and knowledge for advancing engagement, innovation, safe operations and capital growth. Daunting, yet exhilarating, I am ready to support this amazing industry.
Samantha Espley Incoming CIM President
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION At at December 31, 2019
2019
2018
Assets Current assets Cash
2,462,537
1,616,485
125,000
75,000
40,344
17,715
Accounts receivable
232,212
426,446
Prepaid expenses and sundry assets
298,711
311,460
3,158,804
2,447,106
6,312,042
5,111,481
Prepaid expenses and sundry assets
22,184
67,804
Property and equipment
86,797
24,925
140,899
283,607
9,720,726
7,934,923
1,681,914
1,210,347
457,280
288,126
3,817
35,499
Deferred revenue
1,987,905
1,729,372
Payable to societies and branches of the Organization
4,329,705
4,057,749
8,460,621
7,321,093
1,260,105
613,830
9,720,726
7,934,923
Short-term investments Interest receivable
Investments
Intangible assets
Liabilities Current liabilities Accounts payable and accrued liabilities Membership dues received in advance Subscriptions received in advance
Net assets Unrestricted
The above audited ďŹ nancial summary was prepared by Deloitte Canada from information provided by the CIM National ofďŹ ce.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS Year ended December 31, 2019
2019
2018
Revenue Conferences and trade shows
5,296,025
4,229,850
Advertising
1,025,091
930,685
759,053
815,663
28,627
35,463
Investment income
195,552
104,290
Special contributions
140,903
69,920
9,459
(43,709)
7,454,710
6,142,162
2,226,130
1,609,206
403,953
354,564
2,423,881
2,433,594
284,895
281,957
Insurance
20,003
14,347
Lecturers
86,389
11,020
7,044
3,486
47,682
33,853
Professional fees
170,707
192,999
Promotion
187,094
100,603
87,729
124,902
201,235
227,836
64,079
7,685
229,800
179,122
80,220
117,425
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(6,375)
Credit card and bank charges
40,593
35,520
Investment income distributed to societies and branches of the Organization
88,045
29,164
Amortization of property and equipment
16,248
82,246
142,708
860,882
6,808,435
6,694,036
646,275
(551,874)
Membership dues Subscriptions
Foreign exchange gain (loss)
Expenses Conferences and trade shows Advertising Salaries and fringe benefits Rent and taxes
Mailing and distribution Business meetings
General and office Printing and Production Prizes and awards Telecommunications Travel Doubtful accounts recovery
Amortization of intangible assets
Excess (deficiency) of revenue over expenses
The above audited financial summary was prepared by Deloitte Canada from information provided by the CIM National office.
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