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International Mining and Resources Conference - Sydney
2025-10-21 08:00 - 2025-10-23 17:00 (America/Toronto) | ICC Sydney, Sydney, Australia
The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) returns to Sydney in October with nine concurrent conferences covering the entire mining value chain with more than 370 technical talks, panel discussions, and strategic keynote presentations taking place throughout the three days.
C-suite executives will discuss progressing ESG and environmental resilience, accelerating mining’s energy transition, mine and project development and the digitization of mines.

Idaho Mining Conference 2025 - Boise
2025-10-27 08:00 - 2025-10-28 17:00 | Boise Centre West, Boise, ID, United States
The Idaho Mining Association presents this year’s conference in downtown Boise.
The conference will feature seminars and keynote speeches on a wide range of topics including the environmental, federal law, company presentations, issues facing Indigenous people and mining, technology, critical minerals and more.

Mining 4.0 Europe - Barcelona, Spain
2025-11-06 08:00 - 2025-11-07 17:00 | H10 Marina Barcelona Hotel, Barcelona, Spain
The eighth Mining 4.0 Summit will host mining industry leaders, technology providers, and innovators to explore how digitalization, automation, and emerging technologies are transforming all facets of the industry across Europe and beyond.
Rapid advancements in AI, IoT, data analytics, and automation present unprecedented opportunities to revolutionize mining. These technologies enable real-time decision-making, predictive maintenance, and process optimization.

HSE Global Mining Learning Event - Vancouver, B.C.
2025-12-09 08:00 - 2025-12-10 17:00 | The River Rock Casino Resort, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
The HSE Mining Learning Summit, dedicated to advancing workplace culture, health, and safety, critical to the B.C. mining industry.
This conference is intended for strategic and operational leaders, including worker and management representatives of occupational health and safety committees, safety superintendents, and others representing mining operations and beyond.
This conference offers a unique opportunity to engage with industry experts and the mining regulator to explore innovative solutions to the challenges faced in ensuring the well-being of the workforce.

Mining & Critical Minerals Latin America Conference and Exhibition – São Paulo, Brazil
2025-12-10 08:00 - 2025-12-11 17:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton São Paulo Itaim, São Paulo, Brazil
The Mining and Critical Minerals Latin America Conference offers a platform for global thought leaders, CEOs, government ministers, and industry experts to debate and address some of the biggest challenges and help shape the future of mining sector in Latin America.
The two-day conference will feature keynote presentations, cross-industry panels, and in-depth case studies examining trends and dynamics of the commodities and critical minerals industry and their role in the energy transition. Discussions will also focus on the adoption of innovative technologies and sustainable practices which are crucial for navigating the complexities of mining investments.
The event is expected to host 40 speakers and more than 150 delegates from 20 countries.

Future Minerals Forum – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2026-01-13 - 2026-01-15 | King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Future Minerals Forum returns in 2026 for another edition that will bring together senior government officials, industry leaders, multilateral organizations, NGOs, academia, trade associations, and other stakeholders across the entire mineral value chain in an action-focused setting.

PDAC 2026 – Toronto
2026-03-01 08:00 - 2026-03-04 17:00 | Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, Canada
The world’s top mineral exploration and mining convention – the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) – returns to Toronto in March 2026.
The annual, award-winning PDAC Convention brings together up to 30,000 attendees from more than 130 countries for its educational programming, networking events, business opportunities and fun.
Since it began in 1932, the convention has grown in size, stature and influence. Today, it is the event of choice for the world’s mineral industry hosting more than 1,100 exhibitors and 700 speakers.

4th ITA Conference on International Arbitration in the Mining Sector - Toronto
2026-03-04 08:00 - 2026-03-05 17:00 | The OMNI King Edward Hotel, Toronto, Canada
The Institute for Transnational Arbitration brings its Conference on International Arbitration in the Mining Sector to Toronto in March for its fourth edition.
The two-day event focuses on various aspects of arbitration in the mining sector through panel discussions, keynotes and networking events.

The BC Critical Minerals Forum - Vancouver
2026-04-14 08:00 - 2026-04-15 17:00 | Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Vancouver, Canada
The BC Critical Minerals Forum is to bring together the key decision-makers from mining, finance, government and First Nations to discuss the opportunities and challenges for realizing the province’s full potential for critical minerals and their role in supporting security of supply, resilience and economic prosperity.
The Forum will highlight the strategies needed to move projects from ambition to execution. Sessions will examine financing pathways, Indigenous-led partnership and ownership models, infrastructure and transmission expansion, permitting alignment, and opportunities to build midstream capacity to support a resilient and competitive supply chain.

Women in Mining National Conference - Tucson, Ariz.
2026-04-20 08:00 - 2026-04-23 17:00 | Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, AZ, United States
The 2026 Women in Mining National Conference comes to Tucson in April for three days of connection, inspiration and real conversations.
In line with the theme “Authentic Impact: Mining for Generations” is a call to honour the legacy of those who came before us, amplify the voices shaping the present, and build a more inclusive, resilient future for everyone in mining.

Expo Cobre 2026 - Lima, Peru
2026-04-27 08:00 - 2026-04-29 17:00 | Jockey Exhibition Center, Lima, Peru
The Expo Cobre conference returns this year with more than 200 exhibiting companies, international leaders, and 10,000 sq. metres of exhibition space setting the course for the future of copper worldwide.
The event has quickly become the must-attend international exhibition showcasing machinery, equipment, products, services and supplies for the copper mining industry.

CIM CONNECT 2026 - Vancouver
2026-05-03 08:00 - 2026-05-06 17:00 | Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
In May, 2026, CIM CONNECT 2026 will bring together thousands of mining professionals from across the globe to explore the technologies, leadership, and sustainable practices defining the next century of mining innovation.

With technical sessions, high-level panels, and a world-class exhibition floor, CIM CONNECT is where the industry comes together to connect ideas with action.

CMI Summit V: Command Capital in Critical Minerals - Toronto
2026-05-13 08:00 - 2026-05-14 17:00 | TBA, Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Canada
The Critical Mineral Institute’s Summit V “Command Capital in Critical Minerals – Aligning Government Priorities with Private Equity” comes to Toronto in May.

Two intense days of keynote addresses, deep-dive presentations, interactive panels, and candid Q&As will focus on the intersection of critical minerals and how defence budgets, national security mandates, and industrial-policy incentives are reshaping capital flows into tungsten, rare earth elements, uranium, and other critical minerals.

The event is capped with a networking wine reception on Day 1.

The Critical Minerals Race: Policy, Power and Where Investors Win - Washington, DC
2026-05-17 08:00 - 2026-05-19 17:00 | Grand Hyatt Hotel, Washington DC, United States
As governments and industry accelerate efforts to secure supply chains, build domestic capacity, and strengthen energy security, the critical minerals sector is becoming one of the most consequential investment and policy battlegrounds globally.
The conference, organized by Top Shelf Partners, will look at U.S. critical minerals strategy, battery supply chain development, policy shifts impacting capital flows, where investors may find the greatest opportunities ahead and much more.

Canaccord Genuity’s 5th Annual Global Metals and Mining Conference – Henderson, Nev.
2026-05-19 08:00 - 2026-05-21 17:00 | The Westin Lake Las Vegas, Henderson, NV, United States
Canaccord Genuity’s 5th Annual Global Metals and Mining Conference returns in 2026 for two days of panel discussions and one-on-one meetings with management in Nevada.
This event is by invitation only.

Western Mining Summit - Denver, Colo.
2026-05-20 08:00 - 2026-05-22 17:00 | Gaylord Rockies Resort, Denver, CO, United States
Hosted by the Colorado Mining Association (CMA), this year’s Western Mining Summit celebrates the CMA’s 150 the anniversary, honouring a legacy of leadership and innovation that continues to define the future of mining.
With a focused agenda of panels, presentations, and networking opportunities, the Summit delivers meaningful connections and practical insights.

Argentina Rocks - Mendoza, Argentina
2026-05-27 08:00 - 2026-05-28 17:00 | Sheraton Mendoza Hotel, Mendoza, Argentina
The first edition of Argentina Rocks will seek to celebrate geology and bring together the main players in the mining ecosystem — geologists, executives, investors and suppliers in the sector — to explore the new discoveries, opportunities and challenges that will define the future of exploration in Argentina.
The two-day event will feature technical conferences, panel discussions, poster sessions and networking spaces, along with an exhibition of leading companies that drive innovation and development in mining exploration in the region. There will also be technical courses in Mendoza and San Juan.

Critical Minerals Conference – Kelowna, B.C.
2026-06-21 08:00 - 2026-06-23 17:00 | Fairfield by Marriott Kelowna, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
The Critical Minerals Conference showcases the responsible and viable development of Canada’s mineral resources – from concept and exploration to processing and end use.
The ultimate goal is to strengthen Canada’s mineral value and supply chains for the benefit of all Canadians.
The agenda offers valuable insights for all stakeholders in the mineral sector, covering key topics such as emerging technologies, exploration, community engagement, and the opportunities that continue to position Canada as a global leader in critical minerals.

2026 Rule Symposium on Natural Resource Investing - Boca Raton, Fla.
2026-07-06 08:00 - 2026-07-10 17:00 | The Boca Raton, Boca Raton, FL, United States
Join the world’s leading investors, analysts, and executives at the Rule Symposium — the premier event for discovering opportunities in natural resources and precious metals. Founded by legendary investor Rick Rule, the symposium delivers powerful insights, dynamic discussions, and unmatched networking that empower you to invest smarter and seize the next big opportunity

Mining on Top Africa 2026 - Paris, France
2026-07-07 08:00 - 2026-07-08 17:00 | Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel, Paris, France
Mining On Top Africa 2026 returns to Paris, uniting senior government leaders, mining executives, financiers, innovators, and development partners for two powerful days of deal-making, strategy, and solution-driven dialogue.
Africa’s mining sector is at a pivotal moment. The push for mineral sovereignty — driving industrialization, job creation, and economic resilience — collides with the global scramble for critical minerals to power the energy transition. The outcome will define the continent’s role in tomorrow’s economy.
MOTA 2026 goes beyond talk — focusing on actionable strategies to strengthen value addition, deepen regional integration, and position Africa as a decisive force in the global mining landscape.

Digitalization & AI in Mining - Toronto
2026-09-02 08:00 - 2026-09-03 17:00 | The Westin Toronto Airport, Toronto, Canada
The definitive conference for mining executives, technologists, and operations leaders comes to Toronto in September. This is where the strategy, data architecture, and governance required to implement new technologies are defined. Over two days, attendees will gain actionable intelligence on how to transition from fragmented digital projects to a unified, safe, and highly productive enterprise – all while securing a resilient supply chain for the future.
The Digitalization & AI in Mining North America Conference isn’t just an event; it’s a hub for meaningful connections, cutting-edge solutions, and industry-wide progress. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of mining.

Latin Rocks - Santiago, Chile
2026-10-14 08:00 - 2026-10-15 17:00 | Hotel W Santiago, Santiago, Chile
Latin Rocks returns to Santiago for a new edition of South America’s top mining and exploration congress.
Technical sessions, expert panels and networking opportunities are on the agenda.
More information to follow…

MINEX Europe 2026 Mining & Exploration Forum - Trim, Ireland
2026-10-28 08:00 - 2026-10-30 17:00 | Knightsbrook Hotel Spa and Golf Resort, Trim, Ireland
MINEX Europe 2026 Mining & Exploration Forum comes to Ireland in October.
The 10th anniversary edition of the conference is themed “Europe’s Mining: Investable, Sustainable, Essential”. The event focuses on accelerating raw materials policy, financing, permitting reform, and critical material supply chains (battery materials, copper, gold, uranium).
The event includes plenary sessions, panel discussions, an industry exhibition, and will conclude with a technical visit to Boliden’s Tara Mine, one of Europe’s largest zinc and lead operations.

Mining and Critical Minerals Canada Conference and Exhibition - Toronto
2026-11-16 08:00 - 2026-11-17 17:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Toronto, Toronto, Canada
The Mining and Critical Minerals Canada Conference and Exhibition, one of the premier mining conferences globally comes to Toronto in November with a focus on the global energy transition.
​​The event will highlight mining investment trends, exploration opportunities, precious, base and bulk metals, financing models, ESG and many other themes.
More than 200 senior level executives from international organizations, governments and stakeholders from over 20 countries are expected to attend for two days of partnering, networking and business matching.
