CIM Annual report 2017 ENGLISH

Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum

2017 ANNUAL REPORT THE COMMUNITY FOR LEADING INDUSTRY EXPERTISE

CONTENTS 4

CIM President’s Letter

21 CIM Societies

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Executive Director’s Letter

24 CIM Branches

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CIM Council 2016-2017

31 CIM Corporate Members

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CIM Council 2017-2018

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Strategic Goal 01

33 Strategic Goal 03 Expand Awareness of the Essential Contribution Mining Makes to Society

Create, Curate & Deliver Relevant, Leading-Edge Knowledge

35 Strategic Goal 04 Achieve Organizational & Operational Excellence

12 CIM Distinguished Lecturers Series

37 Incoming President’s Letter

13 Strategic Goal 02 Foster a Robust, Connected and Engaged CIM Community

38 Sponsors

15 Recognizing Excellence

42 Financials

18 CIM Committees & Groups

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PRESIDENT’S LETTER

A YEAR OF CHANGE When I took office in May 2017, I had no idea that this was to be a watershed year for CIM. Many changes have been actioned, especially the reorganization of the National office in Montreal to better serve its members.

Going forward, I am pleased to introduce Janice Zinck who will take over as President for 2018-19 (see page 37). Janice has significant experience with CIM and the Canadian Mineral Processors Society over the years. We have worked closely together during my tenure to ensure continuity for the Council and for the CIM National office during this period of significant transition.

CIM has a new Executive Director and four departments, each headed by a Director. The divisions are Finance and Membership; IT, Marketing and Communications; Conferences and Trade Shows; and Publications.

In addition, I would like to thank Angela Hamlyn for steering the CIM office as interim Executive Director for more than six months and for permanently assuming the role of Executive Director after a search determined unequivocally that she was the best candidate.

Some other changes of note are the introduction of an annual fee for Life Members as the complimentary option was financially unsustainable; the National Recent Grad Membership category, available for future professionals in the mining industry for up to four years after graduation from a recognized college or university to attract younger members; the completion of more than 25 of the 67 action items on the Strategic Plan; and the updating of By-Law clauses from as far back as 2010 with a member vote, with all clauses being approved by more than 85 per cent of participants.

In closing, I would like to thank everyone at CIM, especially the staff, volunteers and members of the Presidents Council, Executive Committee and CIM Council for the assistance that was given to me throughout 2017-18. It was a busy but very fulfilling year!

Most importantly, a One CIM Advisory Committee has been created, with CIM Past President Garth Kirkham as chair. The objective of the Committee is to report back to CIM Council on how we can better sustain and expand both membership and our overall impact on the sector through a more integrated approach. This movement towards a more unified and stronger CIM is an offshoot of the Strategic Plan formulated by KPMG and approved

by CIM Council in 2014-2015.

Kenneth (Ken) G. Thomas

CIM President 2017-18

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S LETTER

TRANSITIONS A long-time career in publishing has taught me the importance of effective transitions. Whether providing smooth connections between sentences or paragraphs, they are not only key to the quality of a story, they also lend it structure. This past year, CIM went through quite a significant transition, with a mid-year restructuring that saw a number of organizational changes, including my assumption of the position of interim Executive Director. It was admittedly a daunting challenge, however one that brought with it an incomparable opportunity. CIM is at a real tipping point in our organization’s history and that offers a great occasion – actually a necessity – for transformation. Key to this transformation, I believe, entails greater focus, collaboration and relevance.

It is also critical that we ensure our relevance against a shifting demographic landscape. This year we sought to increase our participation in the Canadian Mining Games and to strengthen the programming geared towards students and young professionals at our own and other organizations’ events. It is important that we engage young members in our discussions and favour diversity of involvement – everybody needs to see themselves in the new CIM. On a personal note, I want to thank the CIM Senior Leadership Team, the CIM National office staff, our current President, Ken Thomas, and incoming President, Janice Zinck, as well as the hundreds of CIMers who reached out to express their unwavering support during my interim tenure and upon my confirmation as Executive Director. I am extremely excited and honoured to play a part in guiding CIM through this transition as we set out to celebrate our 120th anniversary. CIM has certainly stood the test of time, and I know that I am not alone when I envision an even brighter and stronger future.

Collectively, CIM needs to place more focus on the core competencies that are key to our identity: being a premiere source for leading-edge knowledge, putting on top tier events and evolving our membership model to one that promotes a strong, connected and unified CIM. To that end, CIM began working with a Montreal-based consulting firm, Brio Conseils, to examine our value proposition, benchmark our offering and help us examine what the CIM of tomorrow could look like.

On the collaboration front, it seemed clear that we need to work more closely with our constituent Societies, Branches, Student Chapters, Committees and sister organizations to co-develop a new model for a strong, connected and sustainable CIM.

Angela Hamlyn

CIM Executive Director

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CIM COUNCIL

CIM COUNCIL 2016-2017 EXECUTIVE

SOCIETIES

President

Michael Winship, Independent Consultant

President-Elect

Kenneth (Ken) G. Thomas, Ken Thomas & Associates

Incoming President Elect

Janice M. Zinck, Natural Resources Canada (CanmetMINING)

Immediate Past-President Garth Kirkham, Kirkham Geosystems Ltd. Finance Chairman

Mark Patterson, PwC Inc.

Director at Large

Michael Allan, MJ Allan Consulting

Director at Large

Michael Cinnamond, B2Gold Corporation

Denis Gourde, InnovExplo Inc.

Eastern District

Maggie Burke, Amec Foster Wheeler

Central District

Jo-Anne Boucher, Bestech

Central District

Catharine Shaw, Golder Associates

Western District

Grant Carlson, SRK Consulting Inc.

International District

Greg Rasmussen, Gekko Systems Inc.

Pierre Julien, Outotec

Environmental and Social Responsibility Society

Karola Toth, SNC-Lavalin

Geological Society

Jason King Dunning, Nyrstar Mining

Maintenance, Engineering Andy Lemay, Andy Lemay & Associates and Reliability Society

VICE-PRESIDENTS Eastern District

Canadian Mineral Processors Society

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Management and Economics Society

Carlos da Costa, University of British Columbia / Simon Fraser University / EduMine

Metallurgy and Materials Society

Priti Wanjara, National Research Council of Canada

Mining Society of Nova Scotia

Ed Carey, BGC Engineering

Rock Engineering Society

Martin Grenon, University of Laval

Surface Mining Society

Zoltan Lukacs, Consultant

Underground Mining Society

Donna Beneteau, University of Saskatchewan

Executive Director & CIM Secretary

Jean Vavrek, CIM National Office

CIM COUNCIL 2017-2018 EXECUTIVE

SOCIETIES

President

Ken Thomas, Ken Thomas & Associates

President-Elect

Janice Zinck, CANMET - Mining and Mineral Sciences Laboratories

Incoming President Elect

Roy Slack, Cementation Canada

Immediate Past-President Michael Winship, Independent Consultant

Canadian Mineral Processors Society

Pierre Julien, DRA Global

Environmental and Social Responsibility Society

Karola Toth, SNC Lavalin

Geological Society

Serge Perreault, Soquem

Past President and Ex-Officio

Garth Kirkham, Kirkham Geosystems Ltd.

Maintenance, Engineering Rahul Lakhote, ACP Applied and Reliability Society

Audit and Risk Chairman

Mark Patterson, PricewaterhouseCoopers

Carlos Da Costa, UBC and SFU

Director at Large

Michael Allan, MJ Allan Consulting

Management and Economics Society

Director at Large

Michael Cinnamond, B2Gold Corp.

Metallurgy and Materials Society

Elvi Dalgaard, Pratt & Whitney Canada

Mining Society of Nova Scotia

Lucas Dickie, Down to Earth Engineering Consulting Inc.

VICE-PRESIDENTS Eastern District

Denis Gourde, InnoExplo Inc.

Rock Engineering Society

John Henning, Consultant

Eastern District

Maggie Burke, Wood Group

Surface Mining Society

Zoltan Lukacs, Consultant

Central District

Catharine Shaw, Golder Associates

Central District

Marty Dregischan, Maple Energy & Mining

Underground Mining Society

Donna Beneteau, University of Saskatchewan

Western District

Grant Carlson, SRK Consulting Inc.

Western District

Lana Eagle, Independent Consultant

International District

Greg Rasmussen, Gekko Systems Inc.

STAFF/EX-OFFICIO Interim Executive Director Angela Hamlyn, CIM

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STRATEGIC GOAL 01

CREATE, CURATE AND DELIVER RELEVANT LEADING EDGE KNOWLEDGE Editorial Excellence After many months of design and development the online version of CIM Magazine was re-launched in May. The readers’ experience drove the redesign process, which meant the layout needed to be clean, the navigation smooth and the format responsive to the many different-sized screens that people move between throughout their days. The editorial process adapted to ensure that new stories roll out more regularly and news is posted as it breaks.

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A good looking, mobile friendly website does not serve anyone if readers are not finding it, so the website has been promoted heavily in the CIM electronic newsletter and on social media.

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CIM Magazine produced more quality content in print and on its new website in 2017. After reporting on the contribution that local mining industry members made to the Fort McMurray firefighting and recovery efforts, “Damage control,” was one of two CIM Magazine pieces recognized for excellence in July with a Tabbie award presented by Trade Association Business Publications International.

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To accelerate the exchange of expertise, CIM Journal began offering authors the option of posting pre-prints of their peer-reviewed papers on our online technical paper library. The majority of authors have taken this offer, as it gets their work circulating more quickly.

eration of Geologists; Éva Hartai, University of Miskolc; Barry Vayler, BHP; Saiied Aminossadati, University of Queensland; Baisheng Nie, China University of Mining and Technology; Bob Ring, ANSTO Minerals; Bjorn Nielsen, Outotec; Leon Lorenzen, Lorenzen Consultants Pty Ltd.; Juliette Biao Koudenoukpo, UN Environment; Pierre-Yves Le Meur, Université Paul Valéry; A.J.S. (Sam) Spearing, Western Australian School of Mines; Mark Board, Hecla Limited

The international advisory board for CIM Journal was unveiled this year. The board, composed of 12 industry professionals and academics from Africa, Australia, Asia and Europe, was created to reinforce the international focus of the journal and satisfy the criteria for inclusion in leading technical publications databases. The board is made up of Vitor Correia, European Fed-

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Rare Earth Elements/Chromite Microsite

Women of Innovation Book Project

Natural Resouces Canada (CanmetMining) commissioned CIM to create and host a website for the Canadian Rare Earth Elements and Chromite R&D program in 2016. CIM’s Web/IT team completed the searchable mineralogical database which was added to the site in April 2017.

In support of CIM’s diversity and inclusion initiative, the Communications team once again partnered with our Metallurgy and Materials Society (MetSoc), Mary Wells (MetSoc past president and Dean of Engineering, Physical Sciences at the University of Guelph) and Anne Millar (postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Waterloo) to produce the book Women of Innovation: The Impact of Leading Engineers in Canada. Women of Innovation comes just two years after Women of Impact was released.

Mineral Resource AND Mineral Reserve Website The newly created Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve committee continued with the work begun in 2016 to revamp the current site dedicated to the standards, best practices and guidelines for the estimation, reporting and valuation of mineral resources and mineral reserves in Canada and globally. More members from the newly combined Mineral Resources Mineral Reserves Committee and Best Practices Committee were enlisted to share the task of reviewing the content slated for the new site.

In the fall a campaign to promote the book and the stories of the women it profiled was launched. Shorter excerpts of each chapter were posted regularly in the latter half of the year and will continue to be posted in the first half of 2018 on the CIM Magazine website and promoted on social media.

The campaign not only increased the visibility of the women profiled and the book itself, it also increased traffic to the CIM Magazine website and helped put CIM on the radar for industries outside of mining and minerals that are tackling the issue of diversity.

At the close of 2017, the site map and design for the new site had been approved by the MRMR Committee and the CIM National office Web/IT team had started building the beta site. A target launch date has been set for the CIM Convention taking place in early May 2018.

CIM Reporter With the goal of offering more targeted information to readers, the CIM Reporter was revamped and launched in November as two distinct newsletters, sent on a rotational basis, focusing on community & events and CIM Magazine (including CIM Journal content).

OneMine As part of its commitment to delivering leading-edge knowledge to our members and the mining and minerals industry at large, CIM continues to upload papers to the OneMine online repository. Interest in CIM papers continues to grow: from January to December there were 23,792 downloads of CIM papers from OneMine compared to 19,525 in 2016 and 10,215 in 2015.

The evolved content and fresh, new design of the e-newsletters ensure that members are informed on the issues that matter to them in a way that saves them time, increases conversions and empowers the voice of our community further. Open rates and engagement with our e-newsletters continue to increase.

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STRATEGIC GOAL 01

Plenary Session at the CIM 2017 Convention. From left to right: Carol Plummer, Vice-President Project Development, Southern Business for Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd., Renaud Adams, President & CEO, Richmont Mines, Michelle Ash, Barrick Gold’s Chief Innovation Officer, Gerald Sanders, NASA’s lead for in-situ resource utilization, Pierre Lapointe, President, ArcelorMittal Mining, Daniella Dimitrov, Partner, Sprott Capital Partners

The schedule included an impressive 11 technical session streams, four workshops, a 100,000 sq. ft. trade show, as well as an optimal suite of social events to foster relationship building and connection.

EVENTS CIM Convention and EXPO After a year of improved commodity prices and cautious optimism, attendees of the CIM Convention – hosted at the Palais des Congrès de Montréal from April 30 to May 3 – were ready to consider the industry’s future.

CIM welcomed nearly 6,000 industry professionals from 52 countries to talk about the challenges the sector was facing, and the radical innovations that could permanently change it, under the conference theme “New State of Mine.”

The opening Plenary Session captivated 620 attendees – 500 in the room and 120 remote – and was rife with invigorating discussion on the challenges and implications of innovation. With Carol Plummer – Vice-President Project Development, Southern Business for Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. – moderating the discussion, panelists agreed that it is not if but when fundamental changes will come to the mining industry, and the only thing miners can control is how they adapt to make the most of those innovations.

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The Convention’s forward-thinking technical sessions brought out more than 1,000 delegates to consider a wide range of issues, including solving common operational challenges and discussing how to mine on the moon.

The sessions were organized into 11 streams discussing, among others topics, innovation, operational excellence and space mining technologies, applications and challenges. The latter was regularly packed with attendees and boasted expert presenters and session chairs from NASA, Deltion Innovations and Concordia University.

ing, materials manufacturing, materials corrosion, light metals and environmental studies. The conference was capped off with well attended “Enabling Innovation” and “Women of Innovation” sessions.

Thank you to our corporate sponsors (see page 39).

MEMO The Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability / Mine Operators Conference (MEMO) held in Saskatoon was a concerted effort between the CIM National office, our Maintenance, Engineering and Reliability (MER) Society, Underground and Surface Mining (UMS & SMS) Societies and Rock Engineering (RES) Society, in partnership with CIM’s Saskatoon and GeoSection of Saskatoon Branches.

Despite a year of ongoing uncertainties, budget cuts and tough choices for the industry, the EXPO featured 450 exhibitors engaging and educating the community about new solutions, trends and best practices. As in most streams and sessions, innovation, safety and sustainability were among the top topics exhibitors’ solutions, new technologies and savoir-faire touched on.

The opening ceremony took place on the show floor, with CIM President Ken Thomas, Conference Chair Chuck Edwards and Deputy Minister of the Saskatchewan Ministry of the Economy Laurie Pushor, setting the stage for the remainder of the event.

A special thank you goes to the corporate partners who provided CIM with the opportunity to maximize and enhance participants’ experiences through their generous sponsorships (see page 38).

MEMO welcomed 300 delegates and a total of 650 participants who filled the TCU Place for three days. Non-stop networking, knowledge exchange and business opportunities made for a gathering beyond expectations. In lieu of the traditional opening plenary, a morning keynote opened each day with a captivating presentation.

COM The Metallurgy and Materials Society’s (MetSoc) annual Conference of Metallurgists (COM) hosted 800 delegates, which included 255 speakers and 43 posters. Among the presenters there were two plenary speakers and 22 invited keynotes. Nathan Stubina of McEwen Mining gave a standout plenary introducing the audience to the topic of innovation. Sam Marcuson of Vale gave a glimpse into the work that he has done on K + S Potash Canada’s Legacy Project and presented at the Innovation session.

The 24 sessions of four presentations each filled four parallel rooms with such rich content that it made it difficult for delegates to choose which sessions to attend. A record-breaking 72 companies exhibited and were thrilled to feature their innovative products, solutions and technologies to visitors from Saskatchewan and various other regions of Canada.

Although COM 2017 hosted both World Gold and Nickel-Cobalt, it was much more than that. There were excellent sessions related to mineral process-

Thank you to our corporate sponsors (see page 39).

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STRATEGIC GOAL 01

CIM Distinguished Lecturers Chosen on the basis of their accomplishments in scientific, technical, management or educational activities related to the minerals industry, these distinguished experts present their lectures at CIM Branch, Society and Student Chapter meetings across the country thanks to funding from the CIM Foundation and CIM National.

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2016-17 LINE-UP HANI HENEIN

DANIEL MARSHALL

LAWRENCE DEVON SMITH

PEng, PhD, FCIM, FCAE, FASM Professor at the Department of Chemicals & Materials Engineering, University of Alberta, AB

Professor of Economic Geology and Geochemistry Earth Sciences Department, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC

P.Eng. FCIM Principal consultant at Lawrence, Devon, Smith and Associates

PATRICK STEPHENSON

DIRK VAN ZYL

Director / Principal Geologist, AMC Mining Consultants (Canada) Ltd

CAMERON HARRIS

GUY DESHARNAIS

JOHN STARKEY

MICHAEL SAMIS

MARTY WACKER

Ph.D., President, Director, Technical Expert – Canadian Engineering Associates Ltd.

Ph.D., P.Geo, Geological Consultant

BASc, P. Eng., Principal Consulting Engineer and President

Ph.D., P. Eng., Associate Partner Ernst & Young LLP

P. Eng., Principal Engineer Technical Services, Corporate, Cameco Corporation

Professor, Chair of Mining and the Environment, University of British Columbia

2017-18 LINE-UP

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STRATEGIC GOAL 02

FOSTER A ROBUST, CONNECTED AND ENGAGED CIM COMMUNITY Membership

Recent Grad Membership

In late 2017, the membership retention department, which had been dissolved in late 2015, was re-instated. The results from this revival speaks for itself; at the end of November 2017 individual membership revenues had increased by 47.9%, and our corporate membership by 4.5% versus comparable periods in 2016.

This year, CIM created a new category of national membership – Recent Grads – for those starting off their careers in the mining, minerals and materials industries and seeking to build a network of contacts. Recent Grad members receive all the benefits of a full national individual membership at a greatly reduced cost – available for up to four years following graduation from a recognized college or university.

Marketing CIM has been relevant to the mining community for nearly 120 years. Creating new ways to promote what CIM brings to the mining community and how membership can help further one’s career or a company’s profile is an ongoing project that involves utilizing all means of communication at our disposal – print, online, newsletters, social media, barters, cross-promotion within and outside CIM, partnerships, industry events, etc.

In April 2017, a new membership management system was put in place, significantly enhancing user experience for our members who register online. It also makes assessing the status of CIM members easier and more accurate.

Whether in the form of a booth at a tradeshow, boots on the ground, or making our magazine available to conference-goers, CIM has had a presence at many industry events other than our own in 2017 including: AME BC’s Roundup, Canadian Mining Games, SME Annual Conference & Expo, PDAC Convention, CONEXPO-CON/AGG, Global Petroleum Show, Opportunities North, Oil Sands Trade Show, Mines and Technology Toronto, Québec Mines, XPLOR, GMSG Edmonton Forum, MinTalk @ McGill, STEMM Diversity @ McGill, Techsploration Annual Conference, Gender Summit Conference and more.

Commencing in October, CIM engaged the services of a third-party consulting firm – Brio Conseils – to review our membership structure and value proposition and benchmark it against similar organizations. Still in the initial phase of the project, surveys were conducted with our individual and corporate members, nonmembers and past members to better understand our experience with the mining community.

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Student Outreach Canadian Mining Games is a key student event for the industry. In 2017 the Communications team enlisted the help of Nicholas CotĂŠ, a McGill Mining and Mineral Engineering student who was interning with the CIM National office at the time, to create an event to host at the games. Along with Incoming CIM President Janice Zinck, open and frank discussions were had with the student attendees to get a better sense of what they need from an organization like CIM. Keeping that conversation going ensures CIM is able to help students along their path to a successful career in the extractive industries.

In addition to contributing to the Canadian Mining Games, CIM also helps students through the creation and support of Student Chapters at academic institutions across Canada, organizing student-focused events, offering scholarships and more.

Community Toolkit The CIM Community Toolkit, which was implemented in 2016, has continued to evolve to enable Branch and Society administrators to send information and promote events through mass emails to the recipients of their choice. Work is underway to release an updated version of the Toolkit in the second quarter of 2018, which will aid administrators in managing their membership more effectively.

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In 2017, dedicated efforts also increased on promoting Branch events, activities and content via CIM National social media accounts.

Social Media In our ongoing effort to connect with members, subscribers and the industry-at-large, we are increasingly present on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. The Publications and Communications teams have also begun boosting CIM Magazine articles on social media channels. This allows CIM content to reach a broader, mining industry-targeted audience base. The result has been a significant increase in followers, traffic to CIM sites and readership for the magazine.

Recognizing Excellence CIM is proud to house National, Branch, Society and sponsored awards – all recognizing excellence in different areas of mining.

On May 1, the crème de la crème of the industry attended the CIM Awards Gala, sponsored by Caterpillar and its Canadian Dealers, to recognize excellence in mining and honour their peers’ accomplishments. The theme of the evening – The Magic of Cirque – combined with a new mix of awards presentations, meal courses and entertainment kept the flow fresh and surprising for the 500 guests.

2017 award winners CIM FELLOWSHIP Handed out for outstanding continuous contributions to the mining, metallurgical and petroleum industry to Garth Kirkham, James Hatley, John Starkey, Peter N. Calder and Tad Crowie.

CIM DISTINGUISHED LECTURERS Chosen on the basis of their accomplishments in scientific, technical, management or educational activities related to the minerals industry. The recipients present their lectures at CIM Branch, Society and Student Chapter meetings across the country. The 2017 cohort is made up of Cameron Harris, Guy Desharnais, John Starkey, Martin Wacker, Michael Samis and Peter N. Calder.

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BARLOW MEDAL FOR BEST GEOLOGICAL PAPER Awarded to the best geological paper published in CIM publications during the preceding year.

The 2017 winners were David Rose, Ingrid Chinn, Johan Ferreira, Johann Stiefenhofer and Malcolm Thurston.

DISTRICT DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARDS Recognizes one member from each of the Western, Central and Eastern districts for significant contribution to the mineral industry and CIM. • Central District: Betty Lin • Eastern District: Johanne Voyer MEL W. BARTLEY OUTSTANDING BRANCH AWARD Given to the CIM Branch demonstrating the most progress in reaching the aims and objectives of the Institute. Awarded to CIM Val d’Or Branch.

CIM COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD Recognizes a CIM member who has devoted his or her time to several aspects of community service and support in the minerals industry. Awarded to Hans Brasch.

Catharine Shaw receives the CIM Diversity and Inclusion Award from CIM President Michael Winship.

CIM DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL Awarded to an individual for exceptional service to the Institute and industry. Awarded to Faramarz (Ferri) Hassani.

ROBERT ELVER MINERAL ECONOMICS AWARD Presented to a member of the Institute who made significant contribution in mineral economics over the course of the previous year. Awarded to Gordon Bogden.

VALE MEDAL FOR MERITORIOUS CONTRIBUTIONS TO MINING Presented to an individual for his or her distinctive contributions to the mining and metallurgical industry. Awarded to Stephen Hardcastle.

CIM-BEDFORD CANADIAN YOUNG MINING LEADERS AWARD Celebrates the bright future of leadership in the mining industry by recognizing the exceptional achievement and potential of young Canadian leaders. The 2017 winners were Chris Buncic, Daniel Janusauskas, Jeremy Teeuwsen and Kyle Leadbeter.

A.O. DUFRESNE EXPLORATION ACHIEVEMENT Given in recognition of exceptional achievement or distinguished contribution to mining exploration in Canada. Awarded to Dean McDonald.

HATCH-CIM MINING & MINERALS PROJECT DEVELOPMENT SAFETY AWARD Assesses each of the candidates’ safety performances in their respective projects and recognizes the team(s) that best met or exceeded the criteria. The 2017 winner was the Gahcho Kue Project of DeBeers Canada.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AWARD Recognizes exceptional contributions toward improving diversity and inclusion within the mining industry.

Awarded to Catharine Shaw.

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• Syncrude Canada – Mildred Lake & Aurora Mines • Tata Steel Minerals Canada – DSO Project MCPARLAND MEMORIAL AWARD Granted for outstanding performance in the minerals industry. Awarded to Liezl Van Wyk. JULIAN BOLDY GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY SERVICE AWARD Recognizes an individual’s exceptional service to the Geological Society of CIM. Awarded to Hendrik Falck.

Goldcorp’s Eleonore Mine employees accept a John T. Ryan Trophy.

MINING ENGINEERING OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Established to recognize outstanding achievement or contribution in the field of mining engineering. Previously known as the Underground Mining Society Award. Awarded to Duncan Middlemiss.

JOHN T. RYAN TROPHIES Awarded to mines that experience the lowest reportable injury frequency per 200,000 hours worked in each category.

National trophies: • Teck Coal Limited – Greenhills Operations (Coal) • Goldcorp – Eleonore Mine (Metals) • Mosaic – Potash Belle Plaine (Select) • DeBeers Canada – Victor Mine (Select) • Vale – Voisey’s Bay Mine (Select)

SELWYN BLAYLOCK MEDAL Given to an individual for distinguished service to Canada through exceptional achievement in the field of mining, metallurgy or geology. Awarded to John Goode.

Mining Association of Canada’s TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE MINING (TSM) AWARDS acknowledges companies, facilities and individuals that have implemented projects and initiatives to expand and promote sustainable development within the mining sector. Awards were presented to Dominion Diamond, Ekati – Waste Management Project for Environment Excellence and to Vale, Voisey’s Bay – Winter Shipping Program for Community Engagement.

Regional trophies: • Agnico Eagle – Lapa Mine • Sudbury Integrated Nickel Operations, a Glencore Company – Fraser Mine • Tantalum Mining Corporation of Canada – Bernic Lake • New Gold – New Afton Mine

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STRATEGIC GOAL 02

COMMITTEES & GROUPS CIM has a number of standing and ad hoc committees that play a vital advisory 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.

high-level document to guide and underpin national codes or standards.

The CIMVAL Standards & Guidelines, which will be the principal document for the valuation of mineral properties in Canada, is in the final stages of being updated.

Committee members Co-chairs: Keith Spence, Global Mining Capital Corp.; William Roscoe, RPA Inc. | Secretary: Eden Oliver, Bennett Jones LLP | Members: Derek Melo, KPMG; Michael Fowler, Loewen, Ondaatje, McCutcheon Ltd.; David Scott, CIBC; Michael Samis, Ernst & Young; Marc Legault, Agnico-Eagle Mines; Pat Stephenson, AMC Consultants; and Bruce McKnight, Minerals Advisory Services.

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.

Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee The purpose of the Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee is to encourage diversity and inclusion within CIM and the mining industry at large. In 2017, DIAC conducted a final review of the committee’s Terms of References, Best Practice Guidelines and a Diversity Calendar and agreed they should be shared on the CIM website. The first CIM Diversity & Inclusion Award was developed and was presented to Catharine Shaw of Golder Associates. Catharine is a founding member and past president of Women in Mining Canada.

Committee members Mark Patterson, partner in the Audit and Assurance Group of PwC | Benoit Sawyer, CIM Director of Finance and Membership Services | Bob Schafer, Eagle Mines Management | David Whittle, retired | Angela Hamlyn, CIM Executive Director (interim - ex officio)

CIMVAL – Special Committee on the Valuation of Mineral Properties

Committee members Chair: Daniella Dimitrov, Sprott Capital Partners | Past Chair: Patty Moore, Cactus Liaison Consulting | Secretary: Sophie, Bertrand, Women Who Rock | Mohammed Ali , Kirkland Lake Gold | Mafalda Arias, Mafalda Arias & Associates | Jo-Anne Boucher, Consultant | Lana Eagle, Industry Council for Aboriginal Business | Edith Garneau, ESRS | Angela Hamlyn, CIM Executive Director (Interim) | Robert Schafer, Eagle Mines Management | Catharine Shaw, Golder/WIM Canada | Cassandra Spence, Teck | Nathan Stubina,

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,

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McEwen Mining | Anna Tudela, Goldcorp | Mary Wells, University of Waterloo | Michael Winship, CIM Past President | Janice Zinck, Natural Resources Canada

Caterpillar; Rick Gilbert, Freeport-McMoRan; Erika Fretheim, FreeportMcMoRan; Shayne Wisniewski, Glencore Canada; Kevin McAuley, Glencore Canada; Heather Ednie, GMSG; Alvaro Rozo, Hatch; Jeanne Else, Hatch; Ric Gros, Mets Ignited; Lisa Boutilier, Motorola Solutions; Scott Schoepel, Motorola Solutions; Helius Guimaraes, Rio Tinto; Brian Oldham, Rio Tinto; Tim Skinner, SMART Systems Group

Global Mining Standards and Guidelines Group GMSG is a unique organization that facilitates mining collaboration on solutions to common industry problems, needs and technology through standards, guidelines and best practices across the world. GMSG hosts and participates in several 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.

Governance Committee The Governance Committee has the responsibility to oversee the nomination and election of officers and directors; evaluation of Council and members; succession planning for the Council and its Committees; review and make recommendations of the By-Law and Governance Policies; auditing compliance of By-Law and policies; and various other duties. We take our role of governance seriously, ensuring CIM elects strong leaders and that the Council manages CIM effectively. The Governance Committee was intimately involved in the CIM Executive Director change process.

Governing Council Chair: Helius Guimaraes, Rio Tinto | Vice Chair: Gary Westerdale, AngloGold Ashanti | Outgoing Chair: Andrew Scott, Barrick Gold | Treasurer: Mark Bartlett, Flow Partners | Secretary: Peter Becu, Independent Consultant | Managing Director: Heather Ednie, GMSG | Vice Chair International Standards: Time Skinner, SMART Systems Group | SAIMM Representative: Declan Vogt, University of the Witwatersrand | Working Group Leaders: Graeme Mitchell, BHP Billiton; Riaan van Wyk, DetNet South Africa; Laura Mottola, Flow Partners; Zoltan Lukacs, Consultant; Sergio Burdiles, Industrias Inteligentes; Aidan Giblett, Newmont; Roy Irvine, Real IRM; Russell Kennett, Rio Tinto

Committee members Chair: Michael Winship, CIM Past President | Secretary: Michael Cinnamond, B2Gold Corp. | Director at Large: Michael Allan, retired | Ex-officios: Ken Thomas, CIM President; Angela Hamlyn, CIM Executive Director (interim)

Safety Committee The vision of the CIM Safety Committee is that CIM will serve as a national center that supports and promotes mining safety excellence, benefitting Canadian mining professionals around the world. Our mission is the provision of Canadian leadership in mining safety expertise and housing of safety best practices reference material. We support the Canadian mining industry global leadership, continuing to improve safety performance to Zero Harm.

Leadership Council members George Long, Accenture; Amy Callahan, Accenture; David Londono, AngloGold Ashanti; Alex Kent, AngloGold Ashanti; Vitesh Maharaj, AngloGold Ashanti; Juan Quispe Arancibia, Antofagasta Minerals; Olav Kvist, Atlas Copco; Don King, Atlas Copco; Andrew Scott, Barrick Gold; Michelle Ash, Barrick Gold; Graeme Mitchell, BHP; Chirag Sathe, BHP; Michael Murphy,

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Committee members

Technical Publications Committee

Chairman: Michael Winship, CIM Past President | Secretary: Glenn Lyle, MIRARCO | Members: Gord Winkel, University of Alberta; Victor Pakalnis, MIRARCO; Jo-Anne Boucher, retired; Jim Popowich, Mosaic Company; Roy Slack, CIM Incoming President-Elect; Angela Hamlyn, CIM Executive Director (interim); Shannon Campbell, Kameron Coal; Frank Demers, KGHM; Steven Bowles, Iamgold

The CIM Technical Publications Committee (TPC) comprises CIM staff and volunteer peer review chairs and co-chairs for the nine CIM Technical Societies, who come from the public and private sector across Canada. They encourage authors to submit high-quality papers to the CIM Journal, recruit volunteer peer reviewers with the expertise to conduct thorough and professional reviews of the technical content of papers (the TPC has more than 400 volunteer peer reviewers and counting) 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.

Standing Committee on Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve The Standing Committee on Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve and Best Practices Committees were combined in October 2017 thereby taking advantage of synergies, maximizing volunteer resources and joining forces to tackle outstanding issues that require the focused effort of leading industry experts. MRMR develops definition standards and best practice guidelines that are intended to foster greater standardization of reporting within the public domain, specifically under NI43-101, and that provide a benchmark for both companies and Qualified Persons (QP) in discharging their responsibilities.

Committee members Chair: Chuck Edwards, Saskatchewan Research Council | CMP Peer Review Chair: Michael Sue, Outotec | MER Peer Review Chair: Agus Sasmito, McGill University | MES Peer Review Chair: Mark Lamoureux, Scotiabank | MetSoc Peer Review Chair: Peter Lind, Goldcorp | RES Peer Review Chair: Martin Grenon, UniversitÊ Laval | SMS Peer Review Chair: Loy Chunpongtong, Gamontip Consultants | UMS Peer Review Chair: Donna Beneteau, University of Saskatchewan | Geological Society Peer Review Co-Chairs: Hendrik Falck, Northwest Territories Geological Survey; Steve McCutcheon, McCutcheon GeoConsulting | ESRS Peer Review Co-Chairs: Édith Garneau, Independent Consultant; Resa Furey, Stantec | CIM Journal Editorial Coordinator: Janice Burke, CIM | CIM Journal Managing Editor: Andrea Nichiporuk, CIM | CIM Journal Editor-in-Chief: Ryan Bergen, CIM | CIM Staff: Angela Hamlyn, CIM Executive Director (interim)

Committee members Co-chairs: Deborah McCombe, RPA Inc.; Garth Kirkham, Kirkham Geosystems | Members: David Eden, Kinross; Greg Gosson, AMEC Foster; Hendrik Falck, Northwest Territories Geological Survey; Joe Ringwald, ScoZinc Mining Limited; Kevin Palmer, Teck Alaska Incorporated; Normand Champigny, Sphinx Resources; Reno Pressacco, RPA Inc.; Tomasz Postolski, Goldcorp; Angela Hamlyn, CIM Executive Director

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SOCIETIES CIM has 10 societies that are instrumental in helping industry professionals develop their knowledge and expertise in the Canadian minerals, metals, materials and petroleum sectors.

Societies are integral to CIM because of the significant impact of the various conferences, publications, workshops, awards and scholarships they deliver with the support of their dedicated volunteer members.

intended to address key environmental aspects associated with mining, the natural environment and communities.

Executive Chair: Edith Garneau, Independent Consultant | Past Chair: Karola

Toth, SNC-Lavalin Inc | 2nd Vice-Chairs Environment: Julie Champagne, National Research Council; Holly Gardner, Ontario Centres of Excellence | Secretary/Treasurer: Kim Bittman, Kim Bittman Consulting | Communications Chair: Karen Chovan, Enviro Integration Strategies | Awards Chair: Resa Furey, Stantec

Canadian Mineral Processors Society The Canadian Mineral Processors Society (CMP) exists to provide an open and friendly forum for mineral processing operators across 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.

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 Chair: Serge Perreault, SOQUEM Inc. | Past Chair: Jason Dunning,

Adventus Zinc Corporation | Directors: Garth Kirkham, Kirkham Geosciences Ltd. and CIM Past President; Hendrik Falk, Northwest Territories Geological Survey; Libby Sharman, BHP; Andrew Randall, Strata Geodata

Executive Chair: Johnna Muinonen, RNC Minerals | 1st Vice-Chair: Brian

Danyliw, ChemTreat Inc. | 2nd Vice-Chair: Stephanie Vo, Hatch | Past Chair: Scott Martin, Progressive Rubber Industries Incorporated | Secretary: Rory Cameron, CanmetMining | Treasurer: Wesley Griffith, CanmetMining

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

Environmental and Social Responsibility Society The structure of the revitalized CIM Environmental and Social Responsibility Society (ESRS) includes five technical sections within the Society: Mine Solids Management, Water Management, Air Quality, Environment, and Social Responsibility and Indigenous Peoples. Each of the five sections is

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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.

Kirkland Lake Gold | Secretary: Rachel Jongsma, Roscoe Postle Associates | Directors: Keith Spence, Global Mining Capital; Michael Samis, Ernst & Young LLP; Jacqueline Allison, Titan Mining Corp.; Simona Cara, PwC Canada; Jessie Liu-Ernsting, Resource Capital Funds; Ben Burkholder, KPMG; Irene Gosende Seeney, C. J. Stafford & Associates; Steve Suarez, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP; Dennis H. Waddington, Waddington Consulting

Executive Chair: Rahul Lakhote, Colas Canada | Past Chair and Director: André

(Andy) Lemay, retired | Vice Chair: Damian Rohraff, Saskatchewan Research Council | Treasurer: Richard A. (Dick) McIvor, McIvor Engineering and Maintenance Services Inc. | Secretary: Marcel M. Djivre, METELCO | Directors: Agus P. Sasmito, McGill University; Charles E. (Ted) Knight, Hatch; Brad Kingston, Tetra Tech; Dean Millar, MIRARCO; Michelle Levesque, CanmetMining; Dominique Privé, STI Maintenance Inc.; Jo-Anne Boucher, retired; Luc Gagnon, Vacances Minganie; B.F. (Ben) Kubica, J.F. Comer Inc.; Glenn Lyle, Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation; Tom Shumka, Global Gear; Bill Wright, Digabit; Mustafa Kumral, McGill University; F. Bennett McLaughlin, Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Jean Béliveau, Agnico Eagle Mines Limited

Metallurgy and 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.

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 wellattended, 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 and petroleum businesses.

Executive President: James Budac, Sherritt International | Past President: Zhenghe Xu, University of Alberta | 1st Vice-President: Elvi Dalgaard, Pratt & Whitney Canada | 2nd Vice-President: Edouard Asselin, University of British Columbia | 3rd Vice-President: Mansoor Barati, University of Toronto | Treasurer: Jeffrey Donald, SNC-Lavalin Inc., Mining & Metallurgy | Secretary: Greg Richards, Teck Metals Ltd.

Executive Chair: Carlos da Costa, University of British Columbia / Simon Fraser University | Vice-Chair: Jacqueline Allison, Titan Mining Corp. | Immediate Past Chair: Alicia Ferdinand, Proven Reserves | Treasurer: Lisa Ross,

Mining Society of Nova Scotia As a founding constituency of CIM, the Mining Society of Nova Scotia (MSNS) provides a medium for the interchange of professional knowledge and expe-

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rience 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.

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. To facilitate this, SMS has formed a Technical Program Committee, with representation from all regions across Canada and all sectors in the surface mining community. In addition to connecting industry interests and needs to relevant technical content and events, its goal is to support Branches and other Societies as needed to address relevant technical topics.

Executive President: Lucas Dickie, Archibald Drilling & Blasting | VicePresidents: Byron MacMillan, CGC Little Narrows; Maggie Burke, CBCL Limited | Secretary and Treasurer: Florence Sigut | Immediate Past President: Gary Chew, Sansom Equipment

Executive Chair: Zoltan Lukacs, Consultant | Past Chair: Tom Broddy, Taseko

Rock Engineering Society

Mines | Treasurer: Bruce Bernard, KMC Mining | Publications Chair: Loy Chunpongtong, retired | Directors: Ross Pritchard, Teck Resources; Mike Petrina, Moose Mountain Technical Services; Brad Strueby, Teck Resources; Bob McCarthy, SRK; Tim Skinner, SMART Systems

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 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).

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 Technical Committee. UMS also promotes mining as a positive, growing and dynamic industry with many exciting opportunities.

Executive Chair: John Henning, Geomechanics Research Centre | Chair-Elect: Doug Milne, University of Saskatchewan | Past Chair and Publications Officer: Martin Grenon, University of Laval | Treasurer: Kamran Esmaeili, University of Toronto | Councillors: John Hadjigeorgiou, University of Toronto; Ferri Hassani, McGill University; John Unrau, Mosaic Potash; Mike Yao, Vale

Executive Chair: Donna Beneteau, University of Saskatchewan | Vice-Chair:

Gary Poxleitner, SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc. | Past Chair: Eric Hinton, Hintec Enterprises | Secretary: Dylan Shacker, Shacker Consulting Services Ltd. | Treasurer: Patrick McNary, Indaba

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

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BRANCHES Mining industry professionals who wish to strengthen their local business network to improve their technical skills can benefit from joining one of CIM’s Branches. For their part, Branches also raise industry awareness for the public at large and give back to society via a myriad of social and fundraising events, thereby benefitting the entire community.

Executive Chair: Isaac Bussin, Suncor Energy | Vice-Chair: Jamil Razian, Brandt Tractor | Directors: David Wallace, Brandt Tractor; Jessica Lipton, Northern Lights Foundation; Mitchell Carter, Suncor Energy | Members-atLarge: Jason Diniz, Komatsu; Joshua Ajeigbe, KMC

WESTERN DISTRICT Calgary

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 CIM Saskatchewan Student Chapter.

Saskatoon

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 Chair: Nancy Komperdo, BHP | Incoming Chair: Daylan Healy,

AREVA Resources Canada | Treasurer: Adam Bradley, Applied Industrial Technologies | Administrator: Tara Stratton | MEMO Committee Chair: Chuck Edwards, Saskatchewan Research Council | Gala Event Directors: Brad Hill, Applied Industrial Technologies; Dean Gay, Applied Industrial Technologies | Facilities Director: Sonny Wilson, Applied Industrial Technologies | Website Director: Dennis Lammers, Applied Industrial Technologies | CIM National Liaison: Robert Carey, RJC Industrial Design Ltd. | University of Saskatchewan Liaison: Douglas Milne, University of Saskatchewan | CIM Scholarship Coordinator: Paul Hughes, University of Saskatchewan | WiM/WiN - SK Liaison: Donna Beneteau, University of Saskatchewan | Members-at-Large: Richard J.J. May, Hatch; Dave Mackintosh, ADM Consulting; Karen Coates, Government of Saskatchewan | Golf Tournament Director: Jae Isaac, Finning

Executive Chair and Treasurer: James Faraday, River Valley Consulting | Edu-

cation & Awards and MES Liaison: Patrick Landry, Teck Resources | Membership: Stephanie D’Hondt, Terracon Geotechnique | Secretary: Jim MacDonald, FWS Group | Publicity and Palliser Liaison: Greg Peters, IOL | Technical Program: Edward Alberts, Edward Alberts Consulting | Sponsorship and Member Recognition: Fraser Rowe, RungePincockMinarco | Website: Theresa Lavender, Norwest Corporation | Directors-at-Large: Rob Medley, Worley Parsons; Louise Michaud, Michaud Consulting Group; Wes Funk, DXD Consulting

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 fields with awards for academic achievement and community involvement.

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

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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 Chair: John Davidson, FLSmidth | Vice-Chair: Yvonne Deboer, SGS

| Secretary: John Gravel, Bedrock Service | Treasurer: Ron Gill, PwC | Past Chair: Grant Carlson, SRK Consulting | Senior Advisor: Tom Broddy, Taseko Mines | Sponsorship: Irma Gabric, Thermo Fisher Scientific; Cameron Stockman CEC Mining Systems; Mary-Jane Piggott, KlohnCrippen Berger | Venue Chair: Dan Farmer, Coalsense | Technical Coordinator: Joshua Sobil, Siemens Canada; Wayne Barnett, SRK Consulting | Registrar and Event Coordinator: Neda Farmer, JDS Mining

Executive Chair: Cory Kos, Cameco Corp. | Treasurer: Chris Hamel, UEX Corp. | Program Chair: Shayne Rozdilsky, NexGen Energy

South Central BC

CENTRAL DISTRICT GTA West

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.

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 Chair: Tyler Thompson, New Afton | Vice-Chair: Shawn Maunula,

Executive Chairperson: Sarah Wilson, SGS | 1st Vice-Chair: Phil Cancilla, Heath

Twin Valley Contracting | Treasurer: Brad Price, Finning Canada | Secretary: Katherine Ray, Moly-Cop Canada

& Sherwood | 2nd Vice-Chair: Peter Kilmurray, Haver & Boecker | Treasurer: Mary Murray, Pederson & Partners | Past Chair: Betty Lin, Hatch | Director: Stephen Mlot, Stephen G Mlot Mining Advisory; Mary McKenzie, Odgers Berndston; John Thompson, John P Thompson & Associates; Brad McBain, IMP Automation; Gerry Son Kee, Raymond James; Mohammed Ali, Kirkland Lake Gold | Director-at-Large: Catharine Shaw, Golder Associates | Ambassador: Peter Salmon, Northern Cast Parts

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.

Northern Gateway Northern Gateway is a very active Branch supported by volunteers who contribute their creativity and time to make the Branch relevant to North Bay in areas without mines. The Branch is focused on improving the per-

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ception of mining in the public eye and providing our youth with a better idea of what mining is all about. This is done through programs like the Teachers Mining Tour, mining-manufacturing high school specialist programs and Mining Week in North Bay. Social events like golf and the seafood mixers provide networking opportunities and raise funds to support the many worthwhile activities that the Branch engages in.

nection 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 Chair: Janice Wallgren, Goldcorp | Vice-Chair: Mark Epp, Premier Gold Mines | Treasurer: Jeff Frostiak, Goldcorp | Secretary: Ian Berdusco, Goldcorp | Directors: Chris Bartley, Goldcorp; Brandon Gaspar, Goldcorp; Andreas Lichtblau, MNDM; Samuel Lewis, MNDM; Chris McCann, Goldcorp; Samuele Renelli, Goldcorp

Executive Chair: Thomas Rannelli, Cementation Canada | Vice-Chair: Richard

Cook, Knight Piesold Ltd. | Treasurer: Robert Gibson, Atlas Copco Exploration | Facilities: Josh DeBenedt, Cementation Canada | Secretary: Erin Richmond, The City of North Bay | Membership: Cara Fleet, Boart Longyear | Publicity: Annemarie Rhindress, The City of North Bay | Scholarship/Education: Don Winter, Cementation Canada | Social Programs: Bernie Robertson, Knox Insurance Brokers | Chair of Mining Week Sub-Committee: Rachel Cranford, Stantec

Sudbury The Sudbury Branch has a strong membership base, as there are many educational institutions, vendors 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 our events that typically focus around guest speakers and improving awareness of new projects and technologies.

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 Chair: Darryl Witow, Hatch | Vice-Chair: Christine Bertoli, Deswik |

Treasurer: Dwayne Kroll, Vale | Sponsorship: George Darling, Hatch | Education Chair and interim Facilities Organizer: Jeff Lafortune, Collège BorÊal | Lobster Event Organizer: Karen Paquette, Vale | Website: Yijing Sun, Vale | Publicity and Advertising: Marlene Moore, Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines | Golf Tournament: Peter Villgren, Industrial Fabrication Inc. | Secretary: Shelley Willock, Vale | Donations: Sue Tessier, independent consultant | Past Chair: Trang Tran-Valade, BESTECH | Membership: Dustin Ceretti, Glencore Canada

Executive Chair: Maz Sauber, CanmetMining

Red Lake Members of the Red Lake Branch are from diverse groups and professional affiliations. Many members are technical people or operators, while others are retired from the mining industry. The Red Lake Branch prioritizes con-

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Toronto

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.

The Toronto Branch is located in the world center 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 Chair: Phillips Thurston, Laurentian University | Vice-Chair: Michael Lesher, Laurentian University | Secretary: Noëlle Shriver, Vale SA | Treasurer: Ruth Debicki, retired | Directors: Tom Hart, Transition Metals Corp.; Ed Pattison, retired

Executive Chair: Mike Wilson, retired | Vice-Chair: Curtis Clarke, Golder Asso-

ciates Ltd. | 2nd Vice-Chair: Kurt Breede, Lassonde Institute of Mining | Past Chair: Marty Dregischan, Maple Energy & Mining | Membership Committee: Irene Sweeney Gosende, C.J. Stafford & Associates | Education Committee: Julia Martin | Sponsorship and Events Committee: Mike Wilson

Thunder Bay EASTERN DISTRICT Amos

The Thunder Bay Branch promotes and offers quality networking and educational opportunities for our 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.

The Amos Branch seeks to become a regional leader in the promotion of the mining industry. This will be accomplished through the creation of a network that will inform and direct its members so as to meet their networking and business opportunities 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 Chair: Mark Smyk, MNDM | Vice-Chair: Peter Hollings, Lakehead

Executive Chair: Robert Cloutier, RNC Minerals | 1st Vice-Chair: Ghislain

University | Treasurer: Dorothy Campbell, MNDM | Directors: Bob Chataway, independent geologist; Michele Tuomi, Landore Resources Canada Inc.; Greg Paju, MNDM

Macameau, Atlas Copco | 2nd Vice-Chair: Nico Brière, Forages M Rouillier | Treasurer: Gilles Blanchet, Groupe SM Tardif | Secretary: Martin Veilleux, Balances Abitibi | Directors: Luc Mercier, CS Harricana; Michel Ratté, Max Aviation; Sylvain Larente, Outland Camps; Mario Rouillier, Forages M Rouillier; Sébastien D’Astous, City of Amos; Dany Gagnon, Mazac; David Fortin, Norascon; Émilie Bélanger, Envirosynergie; Boubacar Camara, ACP-Environment

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tors: Martin Poirier; Mackenzie Watson; René Dufour, retired; Hani Mitri, McGill University; Richard Simon, Polytechnique Montréal; Ferri Hassani, McGill University; Frank Kruzich, independent mining & metals professional; Jeffrey Cassoff, BBA; Michel Jébrak, Université du Québec à Montréal; Steven Bowles, IAMGOLD Corporation

Chapais-Chibougamau Officially founded 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. We also hope to continue our educational mission by encouraging students with events and scholarships.

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 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 our industry. The New Brunswick Branch recognizes that the broader its membership base, the more effective and relevant networking forums become.

Executive Chair: Julie Laberge, Les Entreprises Alain Maltais Inc. | Vice-Chair:

Régis Simard, Table jamésienne de concertation minière | Secretary and Treasurer: Stéphane Mckenzie, Centre de Formation professionnelle de la Jamésie et des services aux entreprises | Directors: Laury Schmitt, SOQUEM Inc.; Gabrielle Rochefort, SOQUEM Inc.; Joanie Béland, SOQUEM Inc.; Yvon Bellavance, Centre d’études collégiales de Chibougamau; Kevin Lemoine, Forage Chibougamau; Daniel Turcotte, Géo-Envirofor Inc.; Patrick Houle, Ministère de l’Énergie et des Ressources naturelles

Montreal The Montreal Branch is distinct because of the diversity of its board of directors; it is a great mix of distinguished professors representing all mining related universities of Montreal; young and engaged industry managers, suppliers and consulting firm representatives; and retired industry leaders.

The mission of the Montreal 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 Chair: Tom Healy, Kamcot International Ltd. | Vice-Chair: Phillip

Reeves, Atlantic Potash Corporation | Treasurer: Andrew Gillett, Dillon Consulting | Secretary: Robin Adair, Zorayda Consulting Ltd. | Directors: Kristin Banks, Dillon Consulting; Adrian Davis, independent geologist; Sylvie Morton, New Brunswick Government; Caroline Richer, CCNB Bathurst; Adrian Park, ERD; Brad McPherson, New Brunswick Government

Newfoundland and 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

Executive Chair: Dany Bélanger, BIRD | Vice-Chair: Danny Bernard, Toromont

CAT | Treasurer: Ian Turner, Sitec Quartz Inc. | Secretary: Lise Chartrand | Direc-

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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 Chair: Sylvain Lépine, Ressources Yorbeau Inc. | Vice-Chair: Olivier Paquet, Marcel Baril | Treasurer: Hubert Parent-Bouchard, Ressources Minières Radisson Inc. | Secretary: Samuelle Ramsay-Houle, Les pierres du nord

Executive Chair: Paul McNeill, Anaconda Mining Inc. | Vice-Chair: James Powell, GEMTEC | Treasurer: Gary Snow, retired | Secretary: Len Manville, retired

Saguenay The Saguenay Branch promotes the mining and minerals industries with networking activities and meetings, is involved in regional events taking place during Quebec Mining Week and supports students through scholarships and sponsorship of student events.

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 Chair: Benoit Lafrance, Tarku Resources | Vice-Chair: Brigitte

Poirier, Consorem | Secretary and Treasurer: Steve Thivierge | Directors: Stéphanie Lavaure, Arianne Phosphate; Claude D’Amours, Prospecteur Saguenay Lac St-Jean; Arnaud Chassagnol-Dufour, student; Blanche Richer, student; Gabrielle Alauzet-Brouard, Niobec; Elisabeth Côté, Niobec; Christian Tremblay, Multi-Ressources Boréal; Alexandre Néron, IOS Services Géoscientifiques; Jonathan Tremblay, IOS Services Géoscientifiques

Executive Chair: Jean-Yves Labbé, MERN | Vice-Chair: Renald Gauthier,

Englobe | Secretary: Jean-François Wilhelmy, COREM | Treasurer: Michel Robinson, consultant

Thetford Mines With the gradual closing of mines in the region, the Thetford Mines Branch’s mission primarily became informing its members of mining development in the area, particularly with mineral technology students in mind. The Thetford Mines Branch also awards scholarships to three students each year, a program that has been around since 1980.

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 study in mining-related fields.

Executive Chair: Normand Grégoire, retired | Secretary and Treasurer: Jovette

Marois, Cégep de Thetford | Directors: Jean Tardif, Dundee Technologies Durables Inc.; Daniel Pelchat, Cégep de Thetford

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Val d’Or The main goal of the Val d’Or Branch is to help people in the industry meet and get to know one another. The Val d’Or Branch hopes to become a vector of professional and technical improvement and a retention tool in the region for companies working in the mining sector.

Executive Chair: André Bernard, Canadian Malartic | Vice-Chair: Annabelle Rioux, Eldorado Gold Lamaque | Secretary and Treasurer: Salima Lamniouli, Eldorado Gold Lamaque | Directors: Ariane Jutras, Monarques Gold; Dominic Hailhot, Xylem; Fred Fradette, TMR Communications; Gérald Lefrançois, Corriveau J.L. & Associés; Karine Perron Genesse, Créacor; Marcel H. Jolicoeur, North American Lithium; Roger Bergeron, DSI; Vincent Boileau, Forages Rouillier

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Acier Suédois SSAB Ltée Aecon AGS - South Africa AIL Mining Akzo Nobel Chemicals Ltd. Alight Analyze and Improve ArcelorMittal Mining Canada G.P. Artisan Vehicle Systems Atlas Copco Mining and Rock Excavation Technique Canada Ausenco

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BASF Corporation BAT Construction Ltd. Bay6 Solutions Inc. Bentley Systems BHP Billiton Canada Inc. BKT Tires Canada Inc. BlackRock Metals Inc. Boart Longyear Canada Brandt Tractor Ltd. Brault Maxtech Inc. Breaker Brothers Services Inc. Brigade Electronic (Canada) Ltd. Buhler Canada Inc.

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Cementation Canada Inc.

CEMI - Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation CK Logistics CLG Canada Continental Gold Inc. Coralis Canada Inc. COREM Cullen Diesel Power Ltd. CWA Engineers Inc. Cypher Environmental Ltd.

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Dassault Systemes Derrick Corporation Domik Exploration Ltd. Dominion Diamond Mines ULC Dragon Global Group Co. Dyno Nobel Inc.

Goldcorp Inc. Golder Associates Ltd. Graham Group Ltd. Groupe CLR Groupe MISA Groupe SM Tardif Inc.

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Hatch Ltd. Haver & Boecker Canada Hecla Mining Company Hella Inc. Herrenknecht Tunnelling Systems Canada Inc. HLS Hard-Line Solutions Inc.

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IBK Capital Corporation IMAFS International Tire Repair Solutions ISCO Canada Inc.

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J.F. Comer Inc. J.S. Redpath Limited Jannatec Technologies Joy Global, Canada

Elphinstone Pty Ltd. ENS Industrial EPC Canada Équipements KN Inc. F.F.P. Systems Inc Fountain Tire Mine Service Ltd. Fournier Industries Inc. Frontier Lithium Inc.

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Global Inspections-NDT, Inc. GMS Mine Repair & Maintenance, Inc.

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Kal Tire Mining Tire Group Kalenborn Canada Inc. Kameron Coal Key Maintenance Technologies Kinross Gold Corporation Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.

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Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd.

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Lafarge Canada Inc. Laurel Steel, Division of Harris Steel Levert Personnel Resources Inc. Limpact International Ltd.

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Maptek McCarthy Tétrault LLP McCue Engineering Contractors McLanahan Corporation Mine Cable Services Corporation Mine Site Technologies (Canada) Inc. Minrail Inc. Monmet Ltd.

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New Millennium Iron Corp.

North Fringe Industrial Technologies Inc.

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P.R. Engineering Ltd. Pacific Bit of Canada Inc. PEX Industrial Piping Solutions Phoenix Extreme Conveyor Belt Solutions Pneuma-Tool Inc. Polar Mobility Research Ltd. Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Praetorian Construction Management Progesys Inc.

Synthesarc Inc.

Proudfoot PROVIX Inc.

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Radix Engineering & Software SA Ressources Québec Richwood Rio Tinto Iron and Titanium Inc. Ritchie Brothers Rockhound Limited Rosta Inc. Rulmeca Canada Limited RungePincockMinarco (Canada) Limited

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SAFEmap International Inc. Sedgman Semafo Inc. Sentry Equipment Corp Sepor Inc. Service aux entreprises Harricana Sherwin Williams - Protective & Marine Coatings Sigfusson Northern Ltd. SKF Canada Limited SMS Equipment Inc. SNL Metals & Mining SRK Consulting (Canada) Stantec Consulting Strabag Inc. Stuart Olson Industrial Constructors Suncast Polytech Inc. Suncor Energy Inc., Oil Sands

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Technica Group Inc. Teck Resources Limited Tega Industries Canada Tema Isenmann, Inc. TerraSource Global The Mosaic Company THOAR Mining Management Ltd. Thyssen Mining Construction of Canada Ltd. Tim McDowell Equipment Ltd. Toromont Cat TrapBag

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Ultra Seat Corporation United Personnel Carriers Inc. United Rentals Pump Solutions

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Vatne Concrete Systems Ltd. Veolia Water Technologies Canada Inc. Victaulic Company of Canada Ltd.

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Wajax Equipment Wenco International Mining Systems Ltd. WesTech Engineering, Inc. Westlund Wire Rope Industries Ltd. Wood

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EXPAND AWARENESS OF THE ESSENTIAL CONTRIBUTION MINING MAKES TO SOCIETY tion and employment opportunities; $6,000 to the local SPCA, which protects and enhances the lives of animals in the area; $6,000 to the BC Interior Community Foundation, which supports new or existing programs of other non-profit organizations and agencies; and $6,000 to Kamloops Search and Rescue, which assisted with evacuations and search and rescue efforts.

Mining 4 Society More than 650 grade 7 students and their teachers from 25 schools in the Saskatoon region (including Saskatoon Tribal Council Schools representing six First Nations) attended the Mining 4 Society (M4S) show. This interactive experience, where young students learn about the mining cycle through hands-on activities that bring each stage of the mining cycle to life, was planned and executed by a cohort of volunteers from industry and academia. The CIM Foundation (CIMF) presented, or supported, M4S educational workshops, including an M4S mini presentation during the Mining Week Workshops in Kuujjuaq in April.

CIM Foundation Thanks to the contribution of generous donors in 2017, the CIM Foundation (CIMF) was able to continue to support scholarships, the CIM Distinguished Lecturers program (see page 12) and the Mining for Society (M4S) educational fair for students and the general public. CIMF also contributed to presentations by other organizations such as the Britannia Mine Museum, Mining Matters, MineralsEd and the Club de Minéralogie de Montréal, which provides students in other regions with valuable educational support.

Through these initiatives, CIMF helps provide students from across Canada with the opportunity to experience first-hand how the mining industry supports them in their daily lives.

Proud sponsor

Diversity See page 16 for a report on CIM’s efforts with respect to diversity and inclusion.

The CIM National office donated $23,000 to the relief efforts in British Columbia following the forest fires that devastated the Williams Lake area in south-central B.C. throughout July and August 2017.

Throughout the year, CIMF also distributed fun and educational material through these presentations and programs as well as to CIM Branches and Societies for their regional events. The Britannia Mine Museum received specialized cards about the hydrothermal vents in their collection as well as regional mineral cards to give out to visitors throughout the year. Students and their teachers received collectible mineral cards, as well as decks of mineral playing cards, mineral-match panels and a minerals Bingo game.

The institute donated to four organizations that supported the community during and after the wildfires: $5,000 to the Ask Wellness Society, which works toward providing those in need with housing, health services, educa-

In 2017, a new scholarship for third-year geology students was launched in honor of the late Dr. David S. Robertson. The fund was generously provided by his family and friends.

BC Wildfires

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25 scholarships were awarded totaling $76,000, which includes 2nd and 3rd installments of the McIntosh Scholarship

CIMF Activities

3,000 decks of cards distributed to students and members of the general public and 12,000 mineral cards distributed to students and members of the general public at special events CIMF presented, or supported, M4S educational workshops, including an M4S/mini presentation during the Mining Week Workshops, Kuujjuaq in April

With a special fund graciously provided by Scott McIntosh of McIntosh Engineering, CIMF provides CIM Student Chapters with $2,000 a year for five years (which began in 2016-17) to be used for educational projects and a student prize. This year funding was given to nine CIM Student Chapters.

Through these types of initiatives, CIMF hopes to foster stronger relationships with the CIM national office, Branches and Student Chapters to encourage networking and career development.

• McIntosh Technical Program: Adain Buyers, Cambrian College; Austin Dillon, Collège Boréal; Julie-Anne Paradis, Cégep de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue • McIntosh Degree Program: Laurel Acacia, University of British Columbia; Adele Berg, BCIT; Olivier Côté, École Polytechnique de Montréal; Abdelrahman Elzoka, McGill University; • Taking Flight Scholarship: Justin McGregor, Cambrian College; Patrick Provost, Collège Boréal; Nathan Skuvobius, University of British Columbia

Scholarships awarded

Board members President: Daniel Gagnon, FCIM, DRA Americas | Executive Committee: Kenny Cheong, Glencore; Dean Journeaux, Journeaux International | Trustees: William Almdal, Almdal Consultants; Edward Beswick, J.E. Beswick and Associates; Jo-Anne Boucher, retired; Garth Kirkham, Kirkham Geosystems Ltd.; Sean Waller, Candente Copper Corp.; Christian West, Torrox International Ltd.

• Caterpillar and its Canadian Dealers Scholarship: Nathaniel Smith, University of British Columbia • Dr. David S. Roberston Scholarship: Évelyne Sunatori, Université Laval • Scotiabank Scholarship: Patrick DesRosiers, Queen’s University Thank you to our sponsors:

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ACHIEVE ORGANIZATIONAL & OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE Digital Evolution CIM Store A new CIM Store website was built to address challenges with membership enrollment issues that members experienced in recent years on the CIM website. The new store has a simplified and shorter member enrollment and renewal process that allows new and old members alike to access their membership benefits in no time. The new site is built on a backend database that houses membership profiles, membership subscriptions and downloadable PDFs of technical papers and books. The CIM Store also processes all transactions related to membership and publication purchases.

Branch Websites In an effort to strengthen the CIM brand and give our sites a more unified look, to date CIM has built and launched websites for the following CIM Branches: Sudbury, Toronto, Saskatoon, Vancouver, Northern Gateway, Newfoundland & Labrador and Oil Sands. The new sites also offer Branch (and soon Society) administrators the freedom to input and customize information, events and pictures on their respective sites.

Improved Member Directory We have improved the CIM Member Directory search capabilities by adding new filters. Users can now search members by Society affiliation, Branch affiliation and awards.

IT Support In 2015 the IT team implemented a software used for managing projects and tracking issues and bugs. Since January 2017 the IT team has resolved

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2,878 service requests in support of the various CIM National office team members and our constituent Branches and Societies in their operational needs.

CIM Branch Manual and Orientation Packages A new orientation package is being developed in an effort to better inform, prepare and engage inspired leaders to serve on CIM Council. With an eye to greater harmonization, the CIM Branch Manual is also under revision.

Financial Accountability and Reporting The changes made in 2016 to CIM financial reporting methods proved to be a great asset, giving a clearer picture of the opportunities and challenges the CIM Directors, Branch and Society executives and Council are facing.

New Executive Director Appointed In June, Angela Hamlyn was named the interim Executive Director of CIM. After an exhaustive six-month search process by the Executive Director Search Committee, Angela was selected as the new Executive Director of CIM. She joined the CIM National office team in 2007, first as Editor-in-Chief of CIM Magazine and then as Director of Communications, Publications, Web and IT for eight years. After accepting the interim position, Angela focused on re-organizing the National office to increase operational efficiency.

In the latter part of 2016, some of the accounting methods used in the past were also changed. These changes, although necessary, created some challenges with CIM’s newly appointed auditors, who tested and approved them. As of the beginning of 2017, the new methods were fully integrated in the way CIM accounts for some revenues and expenses.

In conjunction with the Audit and Risk committee, CIM’s investment strategy was analyzed. Following discussions with different investment firms and CIM’s current investment broker, some changes were implemented to improve CIM’s portfolio, while keeping its investment strategy at a very low risk.

Changes at the CIM National Office Updates to CIM By-law Several CIM By-law clauses were updated after a member vote. As many survey-takers pointed out, the quality of the French By-law was poor; it has since been proofed and edited. The new By-law is available on the CIM website to members only.

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INCOMING PRESIDENT’S LETTER

TURNING THE CORNER TOWARDS A STRONG FUTURE This was a pivotal but productive year for CIM. Much work was required to right the organization both in terms of its fiscal position as well as its strategic plan. CIM has come through a stronger, more resilient organization thanks to the leadership of CIM President Ken Thomas, supported by CIM Council and Executive Director Angela Hamlyn and her team at the National office. With this strong foundation in place I look to my upcoming year of presidency with optimism and opportunity.

By strengthening the dialogue and relationships between our Societies, Branches and Committees, dissolving silos and building partnerships, we will fortify CIM and better serve our industry with knowledge, best practices and innovation.

As we look forward to these compelling and challenging times, under my leadership CIM Council and staff will continue to work effectively to serve its members, provide a dynamic and fulfilling environment for professional development and relationship building and support our industry.

When I became a CIM member while a student at McGill University, I was welcomed into a community of passionate and dedicated professionals.

CIM provides a range of activities and experiences around which to build a career, such as professional development events at the Branch, Society or National level as well as networking and mentorship experiences and opportunities to volunteer in many different ways.

My mandate as President will be to build upon the excellent work undertaken by Ken Thomas, Michael Winship and Garth Kirkham, and to continue to strengthen the organization which will soon be led by Roy Slack, Incoming President-Elect. These are optimistic times for both CIM and our industry; the time is now to build stronger collaborations and ignite innovation.

CIM is just the organization to facilitate this renewed energy, starting first within its own diverse organization.

Janice Zinck

Incoming CIM President 2018-19

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FINANCIALS Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum Consolidated Balance Sheet As at December 31st 2017 ($000) UNAUDITED

Assets Current Cash Short term investments Accrued interest receivable Accounts receivable Sundry receivables Prepaid expenses and sundry assets Investments Capital assets Total Assets

Liabilities Accounts payable Accrued expenses Membership dues received in advance Subscriptions received in advance Deferred revenue - Trade Show and Sponsorship Total Liabilities

Accumulated funds Internally restricted funds Unrestricted fund

2016 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

$ 877 $ 353 $ 365 $ 13 $ 2,368 $ 3,976 $ $ $ $

Total

The above financial summary was prepared by CIM from information provided by the CIM National office, participating CIM Branches and Societies These reports have not been audited.

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1,566 1,132 32 918 259 905 4,811 2,913 1,155 8,878

3,717 1,185 4,902 8,878

Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum Consolidated Statement of Revenues and Expenses Year ended December 31, 2017 ($000) Revenues Conference, meetings and social activities Constituents activities Advertising sales Corporate and Membership Dues Subscription sales Investment income Miscellaneous income Total Revenues

Expenses Conference, meetings and social activities Constituents activities Commission and sales expenses Administration & IT Professional fees Promotion - Outreach Publication expenses Membership expenses Salaries & fringe benefits Training & professional development International projects Council affairs Travel expenses Total Expenses

2017

$ 3,590 $ 2,418 $ 822 $ 821 $ 33 $ 51 $ 54 $ 7,789 $ 949 $ 1,885 $ 205 $ 588 $ 86 $ 73 $ 556 $ 117 $ 2,264 $ 9 $ 10 $ 37 $ 35 $ 6,814

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Net results

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549

Depreciation expenses

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The above financial summary was prepared by CIM from information provided by the CIM National office, participating CIM Branches and Societies These reports have not been audited.

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