2020 CIM Award Winners

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CAREER EXCELLENCE AWARDS CIM has a long and proud tradition of honouring the accomplishments of those who excel in the industry.

The achievements and

VALE MEDAL FOR MERITORIOUS CONTRIBUTIONS TO MINING This medal, one of CIM’s highest honours, is presented as a mark of distinction and recognition to a person who has made a meritorious contribution of outstanding importance to the mining and metallurgical industry of Canada.

dedication of our award winners make Canada a force to be reckoned with in the mining world.

CHRISTOPHER TWIGGE-MOLECEY

Their legacy inspires tomorrow’s leaders.

Senior Advisor, Hatch Ltd.

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his year’s recipient, Chris Twigge-Molecey, has indeed made such a contribution. He is past president of both CIM and MetSoc, a board member of the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame, a recipient of the AIME Mineral Economics Award, a past director of the CanadaChina Business Council, Canadian Mining Innovation Council and a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering. He served on federal government advisory boards and has over 80 publications and six patents.

“It is an incredible and humbling honour to receive the Vale Medal,” Twigge-Molecey said when he received the award announcement. “Recognition by one’s peers is a professional’s greatest reward, acknowledging contributions that take many forms over many years and circumstances.”

SELWYN BLAYLOCK CANADIAN MINING EXCELLENCE AWARD

GREGORY (GREG) GOSSON Technical Director, Geology & Compliance, Wood Group

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reg Gosson is recognized as a steward of mining standards. For more than 35 years, he worked in exploration and mine operations before becoming chief mining advisor of the BC Securities Commission the year that NI 43-101 standards were first adopted. He has merged his knowledge of mining project evaluation with securities regulations of mining disclosure standards. “The mining industry is evolving quickly to meet society’s need for raw materials,” he said. “The keepers of the standards and best practices will need to be vigilant about maintaining and improving those standards.”

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CIM DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL

Awarded for distinguished or meritorious service to the Institute or the mineral industry, of a nature not necessarily technical or scientific.

DAVID FORRESTER Senior Mining Engineer, Environment, AECOM

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avid Forrester has been active in CIM for over 33 years, including attending CIM Council on behalf of Coal Division, Mining Society of Nova Scotia, District 1 and the Environmental and Social Responsibility Society. He was a founding member of the Underground Coal Mine Safety Research Collaboration within the Underground Mining Society.

A professional mining engineer, Forrester started his career in the U.K. coal industry before coming to Canada. He said he was soon impressed upon to join CIM because “CIM really needed young active representation where I was located: in the east.” He added, “I would now extend that invitation to all young professionals in the Canadian mining industry, wherever you are located, to become active in CIM. CIM’s main mission is to foster knowledge, networking and fellowship throughout our industry, so please get involved. You will not regret it.”

DEBORAH MCCOMBE Technical Director, Global Mining Advisory, SLR Consulting Ltd.

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eborah McCombe, a professional geoscientist, is widely recognized throughout the Canadian and international mining industry, especially for her focus on due diligence reviews, Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve estimates, feasibility studies, and valuations in connection with mergers and acquisitions. Asked how she hoped to see the industry build upon her work, she said, “The principles of transparency, materiality and competence in public reporting of exploration results, mineral resources and mineral reserves are fundamental to public confidence in our industry and funding of projects. CIM takes a leading role in developing international standards and best practices and this effort will continue as new best practices are developed in areas such as environmental, social and governance based on the collective experience of CIM members.”

CIM FELLOWSHIP This award recognizes CIM members who have distinguished themselves through outstanding contributions to the mining, metallurgical and petroleum industries.

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ANDREW DAVID (DAVE) MACKINTOSH

EBERHARD SCHERKUS

JOËL KAPUSTA

JOHN WILLSON

LARRY URBANOSKI

QINGXIA LIU

RICHARD MAY

WILLIAM TACIUK

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also the MetSoc Airey Award recipient for 2020

BRANCH AND SOCIETY AWARDS DISTRICT DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD, WEST DISTRICT

NEDA FARMER Area Manager - Surface Operation, Mining Plus A long-term dedicated member of the CIM Vancouver Branch Executive who has continually gone above and beyond the call of duty for the branch.

BARLOW MEDAL FOR BEST GEOLOGICAL PAPER

GARY SUTTON Sutton Geological Services Recognized for his paper entitled “Reconciling mineral reserves at the well-to-well in-situ copper leaching operation at San Manuel mine, Arizona, USA”

JULIAN BOLDY GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY SERVICE AWARD

ELIZABETH (LIBBY) SHARMAN Principal Global Geoscientist, BHP In recognition of her exceptional service to CIM and the Geological Society of CIM.

ROBERT ELVER MINERAL ECONOMICS AWARD

RENO PRESSACCO Principal Geologist, SLR Consulting Ltd. In recognition of his significant contribution to the updates to both the CIM Exploration Best Practice Guidelines and the CIM Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves Best Practice Guidelines.

MINING ENGINEERING OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

RIMAS PAKALNIS (posthumous) In recognition of his practical engineering contributions towards empirical methods of rock mechanics and mine design. He developed a reputation for promoting lifelong education and improving safety and cost-effectiveness in the industry and will be remembered for generations to come.

MEL W. BARTLEY OUTSTANDING BRANCH AWARD

CIM TORONTO BRANCH Built on the committed efforts of its Executive volunteers, the Toronto Branch boasts an active and supportive group of members and corporate sponsors and it continues to evolve, improve and grow. The 2020 Branch Executive is led by its chair, Kurt Breede (right), principal of Metallica Consulting, who in February took over from past chair, Curtis Clarke (left), senior mining consultant of Golder Associates.

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SAFETY AWARDS

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MINING SAFETY LEADERSHIP MEDAL

CHARLES LEVAC Manager of Risk, Prevention and Environment, Glencore

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n recognition of his exceptional contribution towards improving mining health and safety results throughout his career.

At Raglan Mine, Charles Levac has overseen an astounding reduction in reportable injuries through driving its management team toward a clear vision of zero harm, instituting measurable field safety activities and stimulating one-on-one preventive actions in the field through first-line management.

The CIM Distinguished Lecturers Award winners are chosen on the basis of their accomplishments in scientific, technical, management or educational activities related to the minerals industry, and speak at CIM Branch and Student Chapter meetings across the country, over the course of the following year. Watch the CIM Calendar of Events for upcoming lectures.

C. D. (’LYN) ANGLIN Principal, Anglin & Associates

JAMES BUDAC Retired

JOHN T. RYAN SAFETY TROPHIES The John T. Ryan Safety Trophies Committee believes that safety program performance is best measured by the prevention of injuries serious enough to keep a worker from returning to his or her regular job the day following the injury.

NATIONAL METAL CATEGORY: Glencore, Nickel Mine Raglan NATIONAL SELECT CATEGORY: DeBeers Group of Companies, Gahcho Kué Mine; Vale, Voisey’s Bay Mine NATIONAL COAL CATEGORY: Westmoreland Coal, Poplar River Mine REGIONAL METAL BC/YUKON: New Gold Inc., New Afton Mine REGIONAL METAL PRAIRIE/TERRITORY: Cameco Corporation, Cigar Lake Operation REGIONAL METAL ONTARIO: Glencore, Kidd Operations REGIONAL METAL QUEBEC/MARITIMES: Rambler Metals and Mining Canada Ltd. REGIONAL SELECT WEST: Mosaic, Esterhazy REGIONAL SELECT EAST: DeBeers Canada, Victor Mine

JAMILE CRUZ Founder and CEO, I&D 101

MONICA OSPINA Founder and Director, O Trade

NATHAN ASHCROFT Strategy and Business Development Leader, Stantec Proudly sponsored by

EXPLORATION AWARDS A.O. DUFRESNE EXPLORATION ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

GREAT BEAR RESOURCES LTD. In recognition of the knowledge, vision and dedication in discovering and developing the Dixie Project as a world class deposit.

J.C. SPROULE NORTHERN EXPLORATION AWARD

MALCOLM ROBB Manager, Mining Royalty Administration, Government of Northwest Territories In recognition of his eminent record of contributions through innovation, research, project management, education and outstanding personal achievements that have contributed to Canada’s northern mineral resources.

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EARLY CAREER AWARDS CIM-BEDFORD CANADIAN YOUNG LEADERS AWARD

The CIM-Bedford Canadian Young Mining Leaders Awards encourages and accelerates the development of leadership in Canadian mining by recognizing outstanding achievement and potential of mining professionals 39 years of age or younger in various sectors of mining, including: corporate performance, operations, finance, technical services and innovation, marketing and trading, as well as services and support functions.

KATE PATTERSON

DAVID ROBSON

COURTNEY NUNN

Water Resources Engineer and Associate, Mining Environment Group, Klohn Crippen Berger

Senior Mine Engineer and Project Manager, SLR Consulting Ltd.

Mine Manager, Lake Shore Gold

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urrently the project manager and leading tailings designer at one of the largest copper deposits in the world, Kate Patterson spent hundreds of hours in 2016 and 2017 managing the Study of Tailings Management Technologies project, which identified best practices in tailings management.

“Over the past several years,” she said, “I have seen the tailings industry banding together to take on the challenges facing the industry in relation to tailings management. I take this award as motivation, and inspiration, to continuing selfimprovement, mentoring others and contributing to the growth of our industry.”

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avid Robson has been involved in several international arbitration cases regarding alleged expropriation of mining assets and has provided technical advisory work in support of numerous capital markets transactions, including debt and equity financings, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, and joint venture agreements. “Mining is a fundamental part of modern society,” he said, “and I look forward to the industry continuing to evolve in a way where mining focuses on social engagement, environmental responsibility, and profitability over the long-term. I encourage everyone looking at career choices to consider this essential industry.”

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ourtney Nunn is currently responsible for overseeing all site activities at Timmins West Mine, including operations, engineering, geology, environmental, and safety. She is a champion for continuous improvement, cost reductions, positive working relations, and promotes a commitment to a zero-harm workplace. Honoured that her hard work in conjunction with her commitment to excellence is being recognized, she said, “The great leaders, mentors and colleagues that I have worked with over the years have played a major part in me receiving this award. They have made a profound impact on my professional development.”

CIM PRESIDENTS’ ROLE MODEL MEDAL

BETTY YI-SHING LIN Manager/Global Specialist, Backfill Systems, Hatch Ltd.

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hrough volunteering, mentorship and leadership, Betty Yi-Shing Lin, sets an outstanding example for young engineers interested in a career in the mining and minerals industry.

She offered these words of encouragement to others early in their careers looking to improve best practices in their field: “Today’s challenges and problems are multidimensional, they require solutions that include cultural, ethical, social, environmental and economic considerations. As engineers it is our role to provide the best technical solutions, while being cognizant that there could be many points of views and solutions to a problem.”

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SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS EXCELLENCE IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AWARD

MOHAMMED ALI Vice President of Environment, Kirkland Lake Gold

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s an active seeker of sustainability solutions that engage and affect the Canadian public, Mohammed Ali exemplifies excellence in sustainable development. He specializes in environmental management, permitting, communication, lifecycle assessment, integration of environment and social concerns in process design, and greenhouse gas measurement and reporting. He sits on numerous committees and chairs various mining, environmental and sustainability conferences in Canada and globally.

TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE MINING AWARDS TSM Excellence Awards acknowledge companies, facilities and individuals that have implemented projects and initiatives to expand and promote sustainable development within the mining sector.

TSM COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AWARD

TSM ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE AWARD

CAMECO

AGNICO EAGLE

(Northern Saskatchewan Operations) Community-Based Environmental Monitoring Program

(Pinos Altos) Soil Regeneration through Ultra-High-Density Grazing with Cattle Program

In recognition of the relationships Cameco has fostered with northern communities. The community-based environmental monitoring program in the Athabasca Basin speaks to the evolution of community partnerships and the overall response to the needs identified by the local communities. This is an important program geared towards building a relationship between Indigenous groups and the uranium mining industry.

In recognition of Agnico Eagle’s commitment to responsible mining in Mexico, through the application of innovative, social and environmentally responsible practices and at a time when sustainable development becomes a premise to follow.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND EDUCATION AWARDS CIM COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION AWARD

DAVID PATHE

KIM BITTMAN

President and CEO, Sherritt International Corporation

President, Kim Bittman Consulting

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his award recognizes Kim Bittman as an “unsung hero” of the mining industry and of CIM for her significant contribution to the Environmental and Social Responsibility Society. Her interest and passion for the environmental and regulatory aspects of the mining industry have given her a reputation as one of the go-to professionals when new committees or studies are being contemplated.

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s a Catalyst Canada Advisory Board member and a supporter of the 30% Club campaign to promote greater gender balance on boards, David Pathe is committed to accelerating the advancement of women within the mining industry in Canada.