PDAC Students

The students rounded out the day at Dynamic Earth for the Welcome Reception with keynote presentation by Scott Berdahl, CEO & Director, Snowline Gold. An opportunity for the students to connect with presenters, sponsors and local industry professionals to build their networks.
Proudly supported by the Ontario Energy and Mines

It’s Day 3 of S-IMEW 2026!
Today, our cohort learned about regional mapping techniques with Precambrian Geoscientists from the Ontario Geological Survey around Laurentian University.

🎒 A big thank you to Foraco for the backpacks that keep our cohort adventure-ready and equipped for success in the field!

S-IMEW 2026 starts now 😁
We’re heading to Sudbury to meet this year’s participants. Two weeks of fieldwork, discovery, skill-building, and new connections are about to begin!

🚐 Thank you to our sponsors Alamos Gold Inc. and Agnico Eagle Mines Limited for getting us on the road.

So close we can (almost) see it⏳
S-IMEW 2026 kicks off in seven days, and we’re excited to bring together 24 geoscience students from across Canada.
These two weeks are all about real-world learning, industry connections, and experiences that last long after the program ends.
Find out more about S-IMEW 🔗 https://ow.ly/sBrU50YNExo

For students across Canada, S-IMEW is a chance to connect with like-minded peers and gain hands-on experience you can't get in a classroom. It might even shape your next steps. Just ask S-IMEW alumnus Liam.

🔎 kicks off April 29, and we’ll be sharing more stories from the field!

S-IMEW 2026 is fast approaching!
We are pleased to welcome this year’s cohort as they prepare for two weeks of immersive learning, networking, and exploration across the Greater Sudbury Area.

By bridging academic learning and industry practice, the Student-Industry Mineral Exploration Workshop (S-IMEW) prepares the next generation of Canadian geoscientists for a career in mineral exploration.

This year’s Workshop will take place from April 29 to May 14.
Want to learn more? Visit https://ow.ly/1ZV450YBjIv

PDAC 2026 reflects growing global momentum for mineral exploration… "Strong commodity markets and increased exploration activity are creating renewed optimism across the sector," said PDAC President, Karen Rees.

Student-Industry Mixer
Tuesday, March 3
1:30pm - 3:30pm
Room 106

This sold out event provides an opportunity for students, early career individuals and industry professionals to network with industry professionals in a relaxed environment and meet some companies that are hiring! Student members will be entered into a draw to win one of five $500 tuition top-up awards!

Learn more: https://ow.ly/KNm150YmxiA

Explore the wide and often unexpected career paths that drive the global minerals ecosystem. Discover how your unique skills can contribute to responsible, sustainable mineral development—and where your career could take you next. Bring your questions and get real, candid insights from professionals shaping the future of the industry.

The mineral industry: A multifaceted career landscape
Monday, March 2
10:00am - 11:30am
Room 713

Moderator - Rowan Phendler, Granger Reis
Presenter - Ryan Montpellier, MiHR Council
Panelists:
Darren Burrows, Fleet Space Technologies
Nick Joyce, Hudbay Minerals
Sabrina Dias, SOOP Strategies
Ryan Clarke, Alamos Gold Inc.
Taylor Haid, VRIFY Technology Inc.
Patricia Frisch, Major Drilling

Learn more: https://ow.ly/6Zph50YlxKX