PDAC 2021 Convention Program

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VIRTUAL CONVENTION | MARCH 8 – 11, 2021

CONVENTION PROGRAM (as of February 22, 2021)

SAVE THE DATE MARCH 6 – 9, 2022 DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

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ABOUT PDAC The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) is the leading voice of the mineral exploration and development community. With more than 7,200 individual and corporate members around the world, PDAC’s work centres on supporting a competitive, responsible mineral sector. PDAC is known worldwide for its annual PDAC Convention—the premier international event for the industry—that has attracted over 25,000 people from 135 countries in recent years. Please visit www.pdac.ca.

2021 CONVENTION PLANNING COMMITTEE Aleksandr Mitrofanov SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc. Antoine Caté SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc. Antoine Schwartzmann Newmont Mining Corporation Bill Mercer Avalon Advanced Materials Inc. Bob Valliant Tri Origin Exploration Ltd. Charles Beaudry QC Copper and Gold Inc. Eric Owens Groia & Company Professional Corporation Ellie Owens E2Gold Inc. James Lusby PwC LLP James Siddorn SRK Consulting (Canada) Inc. Jean des Rivières Retired Executive Donald Hains Hains Engineering Company Limited Joe Hinzer Watts, Griffis and McOuat Limited John Morganti Lucca Advisors Inc. John Sullivan Mineral Exploration Consultant Katarina Bjorkman Bjorkman Prospecting Keith Spence Global Mining Capital Corp.

Mark Fellows Skarn Associates Limited Mark Ferguson S&P Global Market Intelligence Patricia Sheahan Consultant Patrick Chance (Co-Chair) Patrick Chance & Associates Peter Bojtos Independent Company Director Peter Legein Legein Consulting Inc. Raymond Goldie Independent Analyst and Director Reno Pressacco Retired Executive Resa Furey Stantec Robert Boyd (Co-Chair) Endurance Gold Corporation Robert Hearst Southern Geoscience Consultants Shuda Zhou Orix Geoscience Inc. Spencer Ramshaw RSR Freelance Susan Muir Mkango Resources Ltd. Ted Reeve Haliburton Mineral Services Inc. Terence Ortslan TSO & Associates Valerie Wilson SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd. Volker Moeller Avalon Advanced Materials Inc.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Aaron Steeghs Toronto, ON Alex Christopher Vancouver, BC Belinda Labatte Toronto, ON Bob Bosshard Toronto, ON Bob Valliant Aurora, ON Conrad Dix Dundas, ON Elaine Ellingham Toronto, ON Felix Lee Toronto, ON Ian Thomson Hornby Island, BC Jonathan Fowler Burlington, ON Karen Rees Toronto, ON Keith Spence Toronto, ON Kerem Usenmez Oakville, ON Lisa Davis Toronto, ON Mary Louise Hill Thunder Bay, ON MaryAnn Crichton Toronto, ON Michael Fowler Toronto, ON Nick Kohlmann Toronto, ON Raymond Goldie Toronto, ON Raziel Zisman Toronto, ON Robert Boyd Vancouver, BC Sandy Archibald Whitby, ON Siri Genik Toronto, ON

HONOURARY DIRECTORS Gerald E. Cooper Toronto, ON Wayne Lockhart Boiestown, NB

STAFF Andrea Murdoch Executive Assistant Ariya Andrighetti Convention Assistant Danielle Gaudet Event Specialist Florence MacLeod Manager, Member Engagement & Outreach Harriet Han Coordinator, Digital Communications Jeff Killeen Director, Policy & Programs, Finance & Taxation, Securities, Geoscience, and Health & Safety Jennifer Forde Assistant, Convention Presentations Jessica Provencher Coordinator, Convention Exhibits Joan Leslie Chief Accountant

Kimberly Charters Coordinator, Convention Exhibits Krishana Michaud Manager, Student & Early Career Program Kristy Kenny Senior Manager, Communications (on leave) Laural Adams Manager, Communications Lisa McDonald Executive Director Lynda Joyet Senior Manager, Convention Events and Sponsorship Madina Kaytmazova Manager, IT & Administration Mark McCleary Assistant, Member Engagement Maria Avramova Milanova Director, Operations & Human Resources Munisha Basiram Policy Analyst, Indigenous & Regulatory Affairs Nicole Sampson Director, Convention Petrona Tulloch Staff Accountant Ran Maoz Analyst, Tax Policy & Capital Markets Sandra Doig Coordinator, Membership & Reception Sanket Das Analyst, Geoscience & Innovation and Health & Safety Sarah Nazar Senior Coordinator, Convention Events & Sponsorship Steve Shapka Analyst, Government Relations Zoe Bell Coordinator, Convention Presentations

PROSPECTORS & DEVELOPERS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA 800-170 University Ave Toronto, ON M5H 3B3 Canada E convention@pdac.ca T +1 416 362 1969 www.pdac.ca/convention

The opinions expressed in the convention presentations are solely those of the presenters and not necessarily those of PDAC, its members, Directors, Board and/or Staff. PDAC does not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of the information provided at the convention.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS About PDAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Highlights from PDAC 2020 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Media Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Showcase: Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

CONVENTION RESOURCES Explore to win . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 FAQs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Mobile experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Registration questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Secure video meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Show hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Virtual platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Virtual platform technical support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Opening Ceremonies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ask Me Anything with Felix Lee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Awards Gala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Backstage Tour: Royal Ontario Museum . . . . . . . . . . 6 Happy Hour with Duelling Pianos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Happy Hour with Trivia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Life Member Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Peru Cocktail Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Program Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 RACE 21TM – An inside look at the technology and innovation transforming Teck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Closing Ceremonies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

EXHIBITS Core Shack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Investors Exchange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Media Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Mining for Diversity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Mining Matters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 PDAC Info Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 PDAC Members Pavilion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Prospectors Tent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 SME Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Student & Early Career Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Trade Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

NETWORKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 PROGRAMMING Capital Markets Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Corporate Presentation Forum for Investors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Country Day Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Cutting Edge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Exploration Insights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Indigenous Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 International Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Keynote Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Letter Writer Presentations for Investors . . . . . . . 24 Master Class Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Mining for Diversity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 PDAC One on One Meeting Program . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Short Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Student & Early Career Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Sustainability Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Technical Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

* Source for the global mining industry statistics cited in this document: Data is from S&P Global Market Intelligence and analyzed by PDAC.

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CONVENTION RESOURCES

Registration Sponsored by

REGISTRATION QUESTIONS www.pdac.ca/convention/registration

pdac@pdacevents.ca

+1 866 939 6468 or +1 647 362 8442

SHOW HOURS Monday, March 8

11:00 am – 8:00 pm EST

Tuesday, March 9

11:00 am – 8:00 pm EST

Wednesday, March 10

11:00 am – 8:00 pm EST

Thursday, March 11

11:00 am – 4:00 pm EST

VIRTUAL PLATFORM Use a Google Chrome browser for optimal performance and access the virtual convention from your desktop or laptop starting from March 1.

NOTE: All times for the virtual convention are listed in Eastern Standard Time (EST). Please note the platform will be available 24 hours a day. The times noted above are the hours in which content will air.

Content will also be available on demand shortly after it airs and for three months post show.

MOBILE EXPERIENCE Sponsored by

• Log in to set up your profile, introduce yourself, and start connecting with other participants.

• Book your meetings. Plan and schedule them in your calendar in advance.

• Review the attendee list, sort it based on your desired criteria which makes connecting with people a breeze.

You can also use our new matchmaking tool to connect with like-minded attendees, attend sessions that align with your interests, and schedule private meetings with exhibitors. www. pdacvirtual.ca

EXPLORE TO WIN

Use your mobile device to easily browse up-to-date convention information including: • Virtual programming • Events and entertainment • Exhibitor lists • And more... www.pdac.ca/convention/ attendee-info/virtual-platform-services

VIRTUAL PLATFORM TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Sponsored by Sponsored by Visit participating exhibitors, view sessions, download materials and more to earn points and be eligible to win prizes!

Explore to win a variety of prizes such as an iPad Pro, wireless headphones, surround sound speakers, backpacks and more.

We’re here to help with your questions during PDAC 2021— technical support will only be a click away!

A floating help desk button will be available on all pages in the virtual convention.

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CONVENTION RESOURCES SECURE VIDEO MEETINGS

FAQ Can’t find what you are looking for?

Check out our main FAQ section.

Sponsored by

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HOW TO NETWORK Enjoy a personalized experience before, during and postconvention. Learn how to network and connect with like-minded individuals.

CONVENTION BEST PRACTICES Get tips on managing time and how to best plan your convention experience.

TECHNICAL FAQ

Don’t miss the opportunity to connect in real time with colleagues, peers and business leads through our secure web conferencing technology. Setting up one-on-one meetings is simple in the PDAC platform.

1,000+ E X HIBI T S

Including resources for languages and accessibility, and troubleshooting audio, video, and connectivity issues..

in 2020

SAFE DAY EVERYDAY GOLD AWARD CEREMONY Monday, March 8 | 1:30 pm

VIDEO LOUNGE

SAFE DAY EVERYDAY GOLD AWARD RECIPIENTS HIGHEST NUMBER OF HOURS WITHOUT A LOST-TIME INCIDENT HIGHEST NUMBER OF HOURS WITHOUT ANY REPORTABLE INJURY

Congratulations to both of these companies on their exceptional achievements and setting a great example for the industry.

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This video lounge provides an opportunity for PDAC & AME to jointly recognize the 2020 Safe Day Everyday Gold Award winners. Contents of the session will include an introduction from PDAC H&S Chair Bill Mercer and speeches from the two winners. We will also provide time for a Q&A style discussion.

Explore the Possibilities Think of the possibilities that come with partnering with Canada’s largest diversified resource company. Our expertise, technological advancements and commitment to sustainability have made us a partner of choice for exploration companies around the world.

Learn more at www.teck.com

EVENTS & ENTERTAINM OPENING CEREMONIES MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 11:00 am Join Felix Lee, PDAC President; Ed Sackaney, Knowledge and Wisdom Keeperand and The Honourable Seamus O’Regan, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, as we mark the official opening of the PDAC 2021 Convention. www.pdac.ca/convention/opening-ceremonies

PERU COCKTAIL EVENT MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 4:00 pm Sponsored by

HAPPY HOUR WITH TRIVIA MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 5:30 pm Sponsored by

BACKSTAGE TOUR: ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 2:00 pm Sponsored by

Looking to enjoy a much-needed cocktail? Grab your finest glassware and prepare for an entertaining international experience. Discover how to create Peru’s famous signature cocktails during this fun interactive event. Follow the link below for a list of ingredients to join in the fun. www.pdac.ca/convention/ peru-cocktail-event

New this year, PDAC will host a fun and engaging happy hour event.

Engage with fellow colleagues, friends and industry peers in a real time competition to be crowned the PDAC 2021 trivia master!

Note: Zoom required for this event. www.pdac.ca/convention/ happy-hour-with-trivia

AWARDS GALA All Access Pass required TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 6:00 pm Proud Sponsor

The PDAC Awards Gala celebrates excellence in the mineral exploration and mining industry. Your opportunity to connect with Award Recipients via live chat—the perfect setting for unlimited networking! www.pdac.ca/convention/awards-gala

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Meteorites, rocks, precious minerals and gems contribute to one of the most impressive museum collections on display anywhere in the world. Join us as we embark on a private tour through the Teck Suite of Galleries showcase of Earth’s greatest treasures. www.pdac.ca/convention/ backstage-tour-rom

ASK ME ANYTHING WITH FELIX LEE TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 4:30 pm Would you like to learn more about PDAC or the mineral exploration and mining industry? With over 30 years of experience in mining and geology, and two years as PDAC President, Felix Lee will be there to answer your questions. www.pdac.ca/convention/ ask-me-anything

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Open to all pass types (unless otherwise noted)

RACE21TM – AN INSIDE LOOK AT THE TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION TRANSFORMING TECK WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 2:00 pm Presented by

Renew. Automate. Connect.

Empower. RACE21™ is Teck’s company-wide program to transform how we mine. We are harnessing technology and innovation to generate significant new value and improve safety, sustainability and efficiency across everything we do. www.pdac.ca/convention/ race21

23,100+

LIFE MEMBER RECEPTION

HAPPY HOUR WITH DUELLING PIANOS

By invitation only

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 5:30 pm

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 2:30 pm

Pour yourself a drink, enter your song requests into the platform, and watch as two pianists transform your favourite tunes into a musical battle. It’s fast and furious and an unbelievably good time!

PDAC Life Members will enjoy an afternoon of comradery and fun with guest speaker Glenn Mullan, who will share his exciting career journey from early prospecting to running successful exploration and royalty companies. The event will close with a piano recital and an opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues.

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www.pdac.ca/convention/ life-member-reception

PROGRAM BREAKS PDAC 2021 will host a number of entertainment breaks between content sessions to encourage networking and unique attendee experiences.

Features include the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto Zoo and Indigenous music and dance performances. www.pdac.ca/convention/events-entertainment/program-breaks

CONVENTION ATTENDEES in 2020

CLOSING CEREMONIES THURSDAY, MARCH 11 | 3:30 pm After four exhilarating days at the world’s premier mineral exploration and mining convention, enjoy the talent of Notorious Cree with a hoop dance that will keep your eyes and feet moving, and Susan Aglukark, a Canadian singer whose blend of Inuit folk music with country and pop song writing has made her a major recording star. An iconic closing to an iconic convention! www.pdac.ca/convention/closing-ceremonies

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PDAC 2021 SPONSORS DIAMOND SPONSOR

2021

PLATINUM SPONSORS

MINING COUNTRY SPONSORS

PATRON SPONSORS

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PREMIER SPONSORS

GOLD PLUS SPONSORS

®

We are excited to adapt the PDAC Convention by offering a fully virtual experience to participants for the first time. The PDAC Convention plays a vital role in keeping the global mineral exploration and mining community connected and that is more important than ever as our members, exhibitors, sponsors, attendees and partners overcome challenges presented by the global health crisis.

Thank you for your ongoing support!

LISA MCDONALD, PDAC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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EXHIBITS

Open to all pass types

Explore exhibitors from around the world. Exhibitors will showcase information and interact with attendees through text and one-on-one video chats. www.pdac.ca/exhibits/exhibitor-directory

CORE SHACK

INVESTORS EXCHANGE Sponsored by

View projects that are generating exciting new drill results. Exhibitors will display core sample photos and videos, maps, charts and technical information on their drilling projects. www.pdac.ca/convention/exhibits/core-shack

Interested in investing in the exploration industry?

Discuss investment potential with the world’s leading junior mining companies, mid-sized producers, major mining companies, financial institutions and prospectors. www.pdac.ca/convention/exhibits/investorsexchange

MEDIA PARTNERS Connect with media outlets from around the world.

Discover industry related publications featuring valuable content and advertising opportunities that reach international audiences. www.pdac.ca/media/partners

PROSPECTORS TENT For the seventh year, the City of Temiskaming Shores, with the support of Fednor, welcomes you to meet with 65 mining supply and service companies from Northern Ontario at the Northern Ontario Mining Showcase Virtual Exhibit Hall.

Discover solutions that help push your business forward, book meetings with leading companies and chat with exhibit staff in the Trade Show. Exhibitors will showcase innovative technologies, world-class products, mining jurisdictions and services from around the world.

JOIN US VIRTUALLY AT PDAC

www.pdac.ca/convention/exhibits/trade-show

#MININGSHOWCASE

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TRADE SHOW

MARCH 8-11, 2021

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Get back to the heart of the industry with a visit to the Prospectors Tent. Self-employed and independent prospectors will be there to discuss their maps, samples and claim results

northernontariomining.com

PDAC CENTRAL PDAC is here to help you have a positive virtual experience. PDAC Central hosts a variety of programs and services that deliver high-level customer support and attendee engagement where you can find the following: Mining for Diversity, Mining Matters, PDAC Info Centre, PDAC Members Pavilion, SME Bookstore and the Student & Early Career Centre. Come visit us! www.pdac.ca/convention/exhibits/pdac-central

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Visit this booth for up-to-date information on Women in Mining chapters from around the world. Winners of the Trailblazer Awards will also be featured.

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Mining Matters will be hosting an online auction throughout the convention in an effort to raise $10,000 for mineral resources UG A H ST UC EM ED education. Items will include stunning jewellery pieces, sports memorabilia, tickets to Toronto attractions, and much more! Place your bid and help build mineral literacy for the next generation. app.galabid.com/miningmatters/items

PDAC MEMBERS PAVILION Stop by to learn more about the PDAC, get our latest publications and industry info, and join the association if you’re not currently a member.

VIDEO LOUNGE MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 1:00 pm PDAC has all your insurance needs covered! Join PDAC insurance partners for an information session on our three specially designed insurance programs for members. Dedicated program advisors invite you to participate in an interactive discussion and live Q&A after each presentation.

PDAC INFO CENTRE Want to find a presentation? Need to locate an exhibitor? Having technical difficulties? Our friendly staff are here to help you with all your convention needs.

SME BOOKSTORE The Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) bookstore at the convention provides discount prices for PDAC attendees.

Take advantage of show pricing on titles from the leader in the publication of technical books for the mining industry. www.smenet.org/SME-Store/PDAC-Store

STUDENT & EARLY CAREER CENTRE Visit this booth for a list of #studentfriendly companies, sign up for Resumé Review sessions and learn about other networking and engagement opportunities.

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2021 MEDIA PARTNERS • BNN Bloomberg

• MinerAndina

• Brasil Mineral

• Minergia Ecuador

• BTV-Business Television

• Minería Chilena

• Bull & Bear Financial Report, The

• MINEX Forum

• Business Year, The • Canadian Mining Magazine • CIM Magazine • CNRTV • Commodity-TV • Coring Magazine

• Mining Executive Magazine, The • Mining Industry Professionals Network • Mining Review Africa

• CSE TV

• Mining Stock Education podcast

• El Inversor Energético & Minero

• Mining Weekly

• Engineering & Mining Journal • Enlace Minero Magazine • Euro Canada News • Exploration Radio Podcast • Global Business Reports • Global Mining Review

• Mundo Minero • NAI500 • North of 60 Mining News • Northern Miner, The • Private Investor, The • ProActivo Magazine

• Globe and Mail, The

• Prospector Resource Investment News, The

• Goldletter International

• Resource Global Network

• International Mining

• Resource World Magazine

• Investing News Network

• Revista Minería

• InvestorIntel

• Rumbo Minero

• jagonews24.com

• Santiago Times, The

• Kitco News

• SmallCapPower

• Lexpert

• SmartMoneyMatch

• Magazine Ressources Mines et Industrie

• Society of Economic Geologists, Inc.

• Market Herald

• Today Commercial News

• MetalsNews.com

• Up Here Business

• Mexico Business News

• Vía Minera

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• Mining Equipment Prospector, The

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PDAC 2021 official national newspaper

Copper is helping create a sustainable future.

Think big.

Every wind turbine requires four tonnes of copper to help it turn wind power into electric power.

BHP is proud to provide the copper needed to help wind turbines create a cleaner world.

NETWORKING Open to all pass types

142,000+ CANADA

PDAC CONVENTION WEB ACTIVITY: OUR GLOBAL AUDIENCE* 100,000+ UNITED STATES

* Note: Unique page views from Aug 1, 2019 - Mar 28, 2020

340,000+

7,400+ BRAZIL 2,600+ MEXICO

UNIQUE WEBSITE VISITS

4,500+ PERU

3,000+ CHILE 3,300+

ARGENTINA

NETWORKING BEST PRACTICES Grow your network and establish meaningful connections through continuous communication

1. SET UP YOUR PROFILE Log in to set up your profile to introduce yourself. Don’t forget to add your headshot, biography and work expertise.

2. CONNECT WITH YOUR MATCHES Use the new matchmaking tool to connect with like-minded attendees, attend sessions that align with your interests, and schedule meetings with exhibitors.

REMEMBER: You can earn rewards and win prizes just by visiting exhibitors, viewing sessions, learning about new products and more—there are a number of engaging ways to collect points and win!

3. BUSINESS CARD Gain points for dropping your business card at booths.

3,300+

ARGENTINA

4. CHAT WITH ATTENDEES Use comprehensive filters to browse the attendee directory by name, company, country or other criteria based on your interests and goals.

8,500+ UNITED KINGDOM

5,700+ THE NETHERLANDS 2,700+ GERMANY

2,000+ FRANCE

3,600+ INDIA 2,600+ CHINA

2,000+ SOUTH AFRICA

15,200+

AUSTRALIA

6. INSTANT DISCUSSIONS • Book one-on-one virtual meetings with any participant via video or text chat. Plan and schedule them in your calendar in advance • Make new connections at various networking events.

5. NETWORK WITH EXHIBITORS • Utilize our interactive exhibitor directories with advanced filtering capabilities • Visit booths with downloadable content, company brochures, investor materials, videos and much more

8. ON DEMAND CONTENT Continue making valuable connections with attendees, exhibitors, investors, sponsors, and enjoy extended access to recorded sessions and new presentation content for three months post-convention.

7. VALUABLE CONVERSATIONS Engage through themed networking text and video lounges available each day. Start a discussion with your peers, ask questions, and share your advice on topics that matter the most to the industry.

• Capital Markets • Open Discussion Forum • Exhibits • Indigenous

• Students & Early Career • Sustainability • Technical Program and more!

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EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS CORPORATE CLASS A ONLY

CORPORATE CLASS A & B ONLY

• One complimentary virtual exhibit booth at the convention–upgraded with secure proprietary live video chat–in the Investors Exchange or Trade Show.

Class A members with multiple booths may choose one of the following options: - Assign this booth to a subsidiary or affiliate - Accept booth and incorporate a theme (e.g. Ask an Expert service, showcase a project or mine, unveil a new program or initiative) - Accept booth and reserve as a dedicated meeting space for executives and investors of your company Class A members that choose not to accept a complimentary booth are entitled to 14 complimentary All Access Pass convention registrations.

• One guaranteed speaking slot in the Corporate Presentation Forum for Investors. Class B members that choose not to accept a complimentary speaking slot are entitled to 7 complimentary All Access Pass convention registrations.

• Rotating logo on membership homepage, January– December 2021 SENIOR CORPORATE MEMBERS ONLY (A-E) • Logo visibility on the Senior Corporate Members webpage, company logo with a link to your corporate website

• Banner ad in PDAC News (monthly e-communication distributed to 25,000+) with a link to the Class A Corporate Profiles webpage, January–March and October–December 2021 • Logo visibility in PDAC Connect (platform to network, share issues and advance the industry with 7,200+ subscribed members), company logo with a link to your corporate website • Dedicated webpage on the PDAC membership website, logo recognition and company profile with a link to your corporate website

WHO WE ARE

7,200+ MEMBERS

95

COUNTRIES REPRESENTED BY PDAC MEMBERS

25,000+

INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS CONNECT AT PDAC CONVENTION

CORPORATE MEMBER BENEFITS

ALL CORPORATE MEMBERS CLASS A-E, JUNIOR MINING, NON-MINING EDUCATION & NETWORKING

PDAC CONVENTION RECOGNITION

• Access to complimentary member-only webinars

• Member rate on virtual exhibit booths in the Investors Exchange or Trade Show

• Access to PDAC Connect, a virtual platform for yearround dialogue, information sharing and networking between members • 15% discount on an annual subscription to post jobs on pdacjobs.com network • Company name and business details featured in the PDAC Corporate Directory on the PDAC website • Opportunities to feature in PDAC communications (CORE Magazine, PDAC News, website and social media, distributed up to 45,000+) SPECIALLY DESIGNED INSURANCE • Our business and liability protection insurance covers independent geological consultants, public and private junior explorers, mine site development companies and mine operators

• One complimentary individual membership that provides discounted rates on registration and short courses • Member recognition in the Members Pavilion, company name with a link to your corporate website NEWS AND INFORMATION • Stay informed about industry and association news through our CORE Magazine, published three times a year • PDAC News, our monthly electronic newsletter • Our Annual Report featuring all of the association’s highlights from the year, along with in-depth stories on the exploration and development sectors

• The Group Benefits Program provides access to enhanced health and dental benefits as well as life, long-term disability and critical illness to both individuals and corporations

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PROGRAMMING Open to all pass types (unless otherwise noted)

CAPITAL MARKETS PROGRAM All Access Pass required Sponsored by

MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 3:00 pm Profits with a purpose: A conversation with Evy Hambro & Mark Bristow TUESDAY, MARCH 9 11:30 am Capital markets and the mineral sector: Investment banker perspectives 12:30 pm VIDEO LOUNGE Interested in Capital Markets?

Continue the conversations you started in a session or begin new topics with others interested in the topic. The Capital Markets Lounge is a space for mineral industry and capital markets professionals to connect and have a dialogue on a range of topics related to the financing of mineral exploration.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 5:30 pm Digitization and innovation in mining: The impact on investments THURSDAY, MARCH 11 11:30 am Government support for mineral development: Insights from Québec 2:30 pm Mineral exploration and ESG: Integrated disclosure solutions for juniors www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/capitalmarkets-program

Production of key metals in nearly 2,000 mines was valued at US$617 billion, nearly 9% increase from the 2018 production value of US$.

Data excludes coal and aluminum.

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CORPORATE PRESENTATION FORUM FOR INVESTORS (CPFI) ESG Keynote Sponsored by

CPFI has been re-imagined. This year, companies invited to the CPFI Showcase will host their presentations in their Investors Exchange booths.

The Showcase will group similar companies into categories. Each category will be introduced by an expert in that geographical area or commodity.

Attendees can watch presentations during the four days of the convention.

• Base and energy materials • Diamonds • Gold Explorers in North America and around the world • Gold explorers in South America • Gold Producers • Royalty companies • Silver • Uranium In addition to our CPFI Showcase, we are also presenting the following keynote discussion: TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 5:30 pm Drilling down on ESG: Is the mining sector walking the talk & how does ESG impact mining investment. www.pdac.ca/convention/cpfi

COUNTRY DAY SESSIONS

2021

Be sure to add Peru Day and Canada Day sessions to your calendars.

These presentations will provide up-to-date information on their mining jurisdictions, government policies and investment opportunities. www.pdac.ca/convention/sponsors/sponsors-mining-country

PERU DAY

CANADA DAY

MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 1:30 pm

TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 11:30 am

Peru Day will include presentations from the Prime Minister, Ministers of State and industry global leaders.

They will address the key issues facing mining in Peru, such as its solid macroeconomic environment and its huge and available polymetallic resources, but also the challenges stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic and the current political environment driven by upcoming general elections.

Speakers will also assess the challenges faced by successful mining projects in Peru and on the formulas used to achieve that success. Discussions will focus as well on the measures that Peru is planning to pass to ease permitting and allow Peru to continue being one of the most attractive jurisdictions for mining investment. www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/ International-Stage/sessions/internationalstage/peru-day

Canada’s critical minerals for the global clean energy transition A secure, reliable and sustainable source of critical minerals is essential for the transition to a low carbon economy. The expansion of electrification and increase in clean technologies will lead to significant growth in demand for a wide range of minerals and metals. Canada is ready to meet this demand—given the country’s rich endowment of many of the minerals needed for the clean technology products, it’s innovative mineral exploration and mining companies, and growing clean tech sector.

Canada is one of the only Western jurisdictions with soughtafter critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, graphite and nickel, required to produce advanced batteries for electric vehicles, and the 14 of 19 metals and minerals used in solar panels. The country is ready to develop integrated supply chains with its partners for both raw materials and valueadded products, from “mines-to-mobility”.

Check out this panel discussion on opportunities to strengthen upstream/downstream segments of the value chain, featuring industry leaders and investors. For more information, visit link below. www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/ International-Stage/sessions/international-stage/ invest-in-canada-day www.pdac.ca/convention | PDAC 2021 19

PROGRAMMING

Open to all pass types (unless otherwise noted)

CUTTING EDGE Sponsored by

This is a platform for organizations to present innovative and ground-breaking concepts. Participants are given 5 minutes to present, using a slide deck that auto advances every 15 seconds.

This year, in additional to the usual wide range of topics presented, PDAC presents “ESG Hour” where presentations will showcase companies or projects committed to the transition to a low carbon economy, inclusivity and diversity in the workplace and ethical business practices.

MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 7:00 pm ESG Hour THURSDAY, MARCH 11 | 11:30 am

INDIGENOUS PROGRAM

Varied subject matter presentations

All Access Pass required

www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/cutting-edge

EXPLORATION INSIGHTS All Access Pass required Sponsored by

MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 1:30 pm Elder Blessing and PDAC 2021 Indigenous Program Welcome MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 1:35 pm First reactions to COVID-19 and beyond: Empowering Indigenous communities in a post COVID-19 world TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 2:30 pm Measuring investment success: How to translate corporate values into community engagement with Indigenous and Traditional Peoples

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 4:00 pm A series of technical, policy and academic presentations offering insights into current and topical subjects.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10

Indigenous leaders roundtable: The mosaic of perspectives in exploration-lead community development

5:30 pm Exploration Insights: New geological concepts

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 5:30 pm

7:00 pm Artificial intelligence and machine learning www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/ exploration-insights

Lessons learned from Indigenous led infrastructure projects, the necessary artery in mineral distribution THURSDAY, MARCH 11 | 2:30 pm Industry asks the most searched UNDRIP questions www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/ Indigenous-Program

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INTERNATIONAL STAGE The International Stage will feature presentations from various mining jurisdictions. Attend for the opportunity to hear from, and engage with, the many presenting jurisdictions. www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/ International-Stage

TIME

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ORGANIZER

M O N DAY, M A R C H 8 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Greenland

The Government of Greenland Ministry of Mineral Resources and the Greenland Business Association

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Egypt

Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources

4:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Ireland: Open for business

Geoscience Ireland

T U E S DAY, M A R C H 9 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Australia: World-class geoscience and investment opportunities

Australia Minerals

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Invest Canada North: Connecting global investors with Canada’s North

Yukon Mining Alliance, on behalf of Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor)

4:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Colombia: Mining diversity

National Mining Agency of Colombia

5:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Chile

Trade Commission of Chile W E D N E S DAY, M A R C H 1 0

11:30 am – 12:00 pm

Manitoba: More to explore

Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development

12:00 am – 12:30 pm

Québec: Rich in possibilities

Gouvernement du Québec

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Afghanistan

Afghanistan Ministry of Mines and Petroleum

4:30 pm – 5:00 pm

South Australia

Government of South Australia

7:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Kazakhstan Day

Aurora Minerals Group and Astana International Exchange T H U R S DAY, M A R C H 1 1

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Argentina

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Fundacion Argentina para la Promocion de Inversiones

KEYNOTE PROGRAM All Access Pass required MONDAY, MARCH 8 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm COMMODITIES

TUESDAY, MARCH 9 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm MINERAL OUTLOOK

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm TECHNOLOGY

THURSDAY, MARCH 11 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm NEW DISCOVERIES

Douglas B. Silver Flydentity LLC

Jumana Saleheen CRU

Laura Tyler BHP

John D. Lewins K92 Mining Inc.

The fate of gold deposits

The decade after COVID-19

Exploring our opportunity

Kora North deposit, Kainantu Mine, Papua New Guinea

Sponsored by

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Thayer Lindsley Award Recipient

Sponsored by

www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/keynote-program

2021

MINING COUNTRY SPONSORS

PDAC IS PROUD TO WELCOME BACK OUR OFFICIAL MINING COUNTRY SPONSORS PERU DAY

MASTER CLASS SESSION

LIVE BOOTH PRESENTATION

Monday, March 8

Monday, March 8

Monday, March 8

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm EST

3:30 pm – 4:00 pm EST

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm EST

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CANADA DAY

MASTER CLASS SESSION

LIVE BOOTH PRESENTATION

Tuesday, March 9

Tuesday, March 9

Monday, March 8

11:30 pm – 12:30 pm EST

2:30 pm – 3:00 pm EST

1:30 pm – 2:00 pm EST

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FOR DETAILED PROGRAM INFORMATION, VISIT PDAC.CA/CONVENTION/MININGCOUNTRYSPONSORS

PROGRAMMING

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LETTER WRITER PRESENTATIONS FOR INVESTORS MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 1:30 pm An actionable discussion with leading mining industry influencers, hosted by Rick Rule, Sprott US Holdings Inc. • Adrian Day, Global Analyst • Matthew Gordon, CRUX Investor • Lobo Tigre, The Independent Speculator • Brent Cook, Exploration Insights • Gwen Preston, Resource Maven www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/letterwriter-presentations-for-investors

MASTER CLASS SERIES Learn from these industry leaders as they share key insights in this new exclusive series of presentations.

MONDAY, MARCH 8 3:30 pm Peru 4:30 pm Teck Resources Limited TUESDAY, MARCH 9 2:30 pm Invest in Canada 3:00 pm BHP 4:30 pm TMX Group WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 11:30 am Rio Tinto 12:00 pm Nexa Resources 2:30 pm Vale Canada Limited www.pdac.ca/convention/master-class-series

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Proud to partner with the communities we call home.

In communities the world over – Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean to the South Gobi to the Pilbara – we produce the materials the world needs most. But we don’t do it alone.

To us, communities aren’t just places. They’re people: Colleagues. Indigenous Peoples. Landowners. Suppliers. Customers. Neighbours. Friends.

All partners in our economic contribution – $200 billion+ over the past five years*.

We have more to do. And as we have for nearly 150 years, we’ll do it together.

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PROGRAMMING

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MINING FOR DIVERSITY WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 11:30 am Women in Mining Canada (WIMC) is pleased to present Together: Learning, Growing, Belonging. Join us to celebrate the Trailblazer Award winners and participate in three panel talks related to the importance of diversity in mining.

Educate How to promote culture and build partnerships with marginalized groups Elevate Diversity throughout the value chain of an organization: How to promote culture Empower Retention: Empowering people to grow and lead within an organization Videos of winners of the Trailblazers awards will be available at the WIMC virtual booth. www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/mining-for-diversity

PDAC ONE ON ONE MEETING PROGRAM By invitation only Sponsored by

PDAC, in partnership with Precious Metals Summit Conferences, LLC offers professionally organized one-on-one meetings, which bring qualified investors together with companies’ senior management. This exclusive program is offered only to a select group of confirmed Investors Exchange exhibitors and carefully screened, qualified investors and portfolio managers from around the world.

Advance registration is required. www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/ pdac-one-on-one-meeting-program

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SHORT COURSES* Ticket purchase required Short Courses are in-depth educational sessions led by presenters with expertise in a variety of different subject matter. Course content will be available on Friday, March 5 for on-demand viewing, allowing registrants to start, stop and replay content at their leisure. Registrants should watch the recorded presentations ahead of the live session on Friday, March 12.

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L I V E C O U R S E ( N O T AVA I L A B L E O N - D E M A N D) Part 1: Thursday, March 4

10:30 am 3:00 pm

A practical guide to the fundamentals of mineral resource estimation

Part 2: Friday, March 5

10:30 am 3:30 pm

A practical guide to the fundamentals of mineral resource estimation

SLR Consulting

$450.00

$550.00

$150.00

LIVE SESSIONS Friday, March 12

1:00 pm 2:30 pm

Cross country check up: Mining disclosure under NI 43-101 and meeting the requirements

Ontario Securities Commission

$225.00

$325.00

$80.00

Friday, March 12

1:00 pm 2:30 pm

Environmental intelligence as a guide to successful mining projects

EcoMetrix Incorporated

$350.00

$450.00

$100.00

Friday, March 12

11:00 am 12:30 pm

Geochemical modeling for ore body knowledge and exploration targeting

Kinross Gold Corp.

$450.00

$550.00

$150.00

Friday, March 12

11:00 am 12:30 pm

Geological interpretation of aeromagnetic data

Southern Geoscience Consultants

$450.00

$550.00

$150.00

Friday, March 12

11:00 am 12:30 pm

Modern techniques in applied structural geology in exploration

SRK Consulting

$450.00

$550.00

$150.00

Friday, March 12

1:00 pm 4:00 pm

Will this exploration project become a mine?

SLR Consulting

$450.00

$550.00

$150.00

Friday, March 12

3:00 pm 5:00 pm

Crustal scale controls on gold and base metals in the southern Superior Craton

Mineral Exploration Research Centre, Laurentian University

$450.00

$550.00

$150.00

www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/short-courses

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STUDENT & EARLY CAREER PROGRAM All Access Pass required

Students will have a unique opportunity to network with industry professionals from around the world through events such as Flash Mentoring, Review, #studentfriendly Company Program and the PDAC-SEG Student Minerals Colloquium.

For the first time we will host the Next Generation Explorers Award (NGEA™). www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/Student-Early-Career-Program

HOW TO LIGHT UP A ROOM: PRESENTING THE YOU WE WANT TO KNOW THURSDAY, MARCH 4 | 3:30 pm MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 3:00 pm Networking isn’t easy. There can be discomfort and uncertainty. What if we seem inexperienced because we’re nervous? And now that we’re virtual, doesn’t that make it harder to connect? Not at all. This interactive session will provide students and early career individuals with tools and practices they can take into the convention, their personal life and future careers. Registration is required.

PDAC-SEG STUDENT MINERALS COLLOQUIUM MONDAY – THURSDAY, MARCH 8 – 11 The Student Minerals Colloquium (SMC) brings together geoscience students and industry professionals to highlight innovative student research on mineral deposit projects essential for the successful evolution of the modern mining industry. Over 65 digital posters will be on display. Attendees can view posters and interact with the authors in real time during the convention.

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NEXT GENERATION EXPLORERS AWARD (NGEA™ ) TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 11:30 am Finalists presentations WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 4:00 pm Judges’ interviews and awards presentations The 2021 finalists of this international geoscience student competition will present their submissions on transforming modern, pre-competitive global datasets into their interpretation of the subsurface geology and mineralization targets.

They will be judged by a panel of mining industry leaders and academic/government professionals based on innovation, data integration, exploration significance, team collaboration and diversity.

This is a two-part series. The first will feature the six finalist presentations and the second event will be an interview and panel discussion with the judges and teams, followed by the awards presentation.

STUDENT & EARLY CAREER CENTRE Find the Student & Early Career Centre inside the PDAC Central exhibit hall.

MONDAY – THURSDAY, MARCH 8 – 11 Visit this booth for a list of #studentfriendly companies, sign up for Resumé Review sessions and learn about other networking and engagement opportunities.

FLASH MENTORING THURSDAY, MARCH 11 | 11:30 am Flash mentoring is a one-time meeting and discussion with industry mentors.

This is an opportunity for students and recent graduates to expand their network and connect with industry professionals.

Industry professionals from all areas of the exploration and mining industry are encouraged to participate. This is an opportunity for you to give back and share your experiences with the next generation of industry leaders.

Register before March 5. www.pdac.ca/programming/flashmentoring

RESUMÉ REVIEW MONDAY – THURSDAY, MARCH 8 – 11 Book a meeting at the Student & Early Career Centre with Patrick McAndless or “Geodude”, a retired award-winning geoscientist, who will review your resumé and discuss personalized networking techniques to help you market yourself as a unique difference maker.

#studentfriendly COMPANY PROGRAM MONDAY – THURSDAY, MARCH 8 - 11 The #studentfriendly Program connects exhibitors with students and recent graduates. This is an opportunity to connect with companies that are interested in students and early career individuals. A list of #studentfriendly companies will be posted at the Student & Early Career Centre.

2021 MARY-CLAIRE WARD GEOSCIENCE AWARD WINNER This year’s recipient of the Mary-Claire Ward Geoscience Award is Rebecca Canam of Simon Fraser University.

Rebecca’s MSc thesis investigates the Paleoproterozoic structural evolution of the western margin of the Rae craton exposed in the Nonacho Lake area of the southeastern Northwest Territories.

This work integrates regional and detailed bedrock mapping, microstructural analyses, U-Pb geochronology and 40Ar/39Ar thermochronology. Her results will be used to constrain the cooling history of the region and the timing and kinematics of major domain-bounding structures.

The award, comprising $5,000 and a certificate, is given annually and honors the memory of Mary-Claire Ward who died in 2004.

Mary-Claire was the chair of the PDAC’s Geoscience committee, Chairman of Watts Griffis McOuat Ltd., and a Past President of the Geological Association of Canada. She was a passionate advocate for the geosciences in Canada.

The intent of the award is to encourage and support a graduate student in Canada whose thesis contributes to our knowledge about the geological history of Canada. Mapping must be a significant component of the winning thesis.

The award is administered by the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC), the Geological Association of Canada (GAC), the National Geological Surveys Committee, the Canadian Geological Foundation, and Watts, Griffis and McOuat Ltd. Application details are posted at www.pdac.ca and www.gac.ca by October 1 every year.

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PROGRAMMING

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In 2019, equity funds raised by the global mineral sector summed at US$18.3 billion, out of it, US$3.5 billion were raised specifically for mineral exploration.

These figures represent a year-over-year decline of over 18%.

SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM All Access Pass required Sponsored by

MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 5:30 pm Challenges for tomorrow’s new leadership in a postpandemic world: A paradigm shift in realizing strategy TUESDAY, MARCH 9 4:00 pm Inclusion & diversity KPIs: A must-have to achieve progress 4:30 pm Systemic racism and mining: Tackling bias and discrimination in the mining and exploration industry 5:00 pm VIDEO LOUNGE Interested in Sustainability?

Continue the conversations you started in a session or begin new topics with others interested in sustainability.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10

CANADIAN MINING LEADS THE WORLD In responsible and sustainable mining of critical minerals

INVESTCANADA.CA

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11:30 am Planting the seeds to grassroots engagement: What does engagement look like at each stage of the mining sequence 2:30 pm Exploration geologists meet the community: A case study in community engagement THURSDAY, MARCH 11 | 11:30 am Implementing the global industry standard on tailings management www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/ sustainability-program

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TECHNICAL PROGRAM* All Access Pass required Learn next and best practices while industry experts share timely insights during these dynamic series of presentations.

Monday Sponsored by

Tuesday Sponsored by

Wednesday Sponsored by

Thursday Sponsored by

MONDAY, MARCH 8

TUESDAY, MARCH 9

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10

THURSDAY, MARCH 11

• Industry highlights and trends post COVID-19

• ESG performance: Is the mining sector actually delivering?

• Global supply of battery and platinum group metals

• Trends in resource policies: Opportunities and challenges for explorers, operators and project financiers

• Metal markets in the short to medium term and post COVID-19 outlook • Financing in the junior markets • The China factor in mining: Outbound investments, geopolitics and metal commodity prices

• Mineral systems through time: Improving deposit prediction • Exciting new insights into gold distribution from across Canada’s geological provinces • Green policy and critical materials supply chains

• Geophysics • Proterozoic metallogeny of Brazil • The future of the exploration business • Greenstone belt architecture and gold endowment

• New discoveries and developments • Space exploration and development in the 2020s and beyond

• Recent developments in diamond research • The importance and benefits of the CRIRSCO codes www.pdac.ca/convention/programming/technical-program

* Need professional development hours to maintain your professional designation? Upon request, PDAC will provide a certificate of attendance for the Technical Program and Short Courses to help you meet your CPD hour requirements.

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