An industry conference known as the “Global Mining Initiative” will be held May 12-15 in Toronto.
The event is expected to attract more than 1,000 delegates from all levels of the mining sector. They will participate in discussions and forums designed to examine the future of mining.
For more information, visit www.globalmining.com or call (416) 588-5051.
Val d’Or hosts vein symposium
Long-hole mining and other techniques suitable for narrow-vein deposits will be discussed at a symposium slated for Oct. 1-4 at the Cofortel Hotel in Val-d’Or, Que.
Variations on the long-hole method will be discussed, including captive sub-levels, highly mechanized mining and the “Avocat” method. Two operators will share their experience with horizontal long-hole mining.
Technical and research papers are expected to address ore dilution, de-stress blasting and paste backfill applications, and an entire session will be devoted to economic models involving narrow-vein mining.
The event is being organized by Natural Resources Canada in collaboration with the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum and the Quebec Mining Association.
For more information, contact Sylvie Poirier at (819) 736-4331, ext. 238. E-mail: sypoirie@nrcan.gc.ca
Mansbridge to moderate plenary
The main plenary session at CIM Vancouver 2002, slated for April 28-May 1, will feature a debate moderatedd by Peter Mansbridge, television news anchor for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.
Government leaders are expected to participate in the debate, as are representatives of mining, First Nations and environmental groups.
The plenary session, titled “A Future in Balance,” will take place April 29 at 2 p.m.
For more information, contact Serge Major at (514) 939-2710, ext. 318, or 1-800-667-1246. E-mail: smajor@cim.org
Forum will examine Nunavut mining
Strategies for developing the mineral industry in Nunavut will be discussed at the Nunavut Mining Symposium April 5-8 in Cambridge Bay.
For more information, contact Brenda Mercer at (867) 983 2011 or visit www.nunavut mining.ca
High hopes for Expomin 2002
More than 43,000 visitors and 2,300 exhibitors attended Expomin 2000, and even higher numbers are expected for this year’s gathering, slated for May 7-11 in Santiago, Chile.
The trade show attracts equipment manufacturers, service providers, agents, distributors and end-users from around the world.
In 2000, the event hosted national pavilions from Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Finland, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Peru, South Africa and the U.S.
The Canadian Association of Mining Equipment and Services for Export (CAMESE) organized a Canada pavilion, which hosted 76 exhibitors. The association will also participate this year.
For more information, e-mail CAMESE at resentera@camese.org
PDAC to highlight hotspots
The annual convention of the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada, slated for March 10-13 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, will feature a keynote session on exploration hot spots and regional developments around the world.
Also, a 3-day forum will offer information about companies and mining plays. Companies will make presentations and a panel of industry analysts will share their views on the commodities they cover. The core shack, always a popular feature, will also be on display.
For more information, call the PDAC at (416) 362-1969. E-mail: info@pdac.ca
KEGS to host short course
The Canadian Exploration Geophysical Society (KEGS) is hosting a short course during the week of the annual convention, in March, of the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada.
The course, titled “Hardrock Seismics — From Exploration to Development,” is slated for March 9.
The morning session will cover such topics as survey design, field operations, and contracting, whereas the afternoon session will look at borehole seismic studies, exploration case histories and geotechnical applications.
Effective mineral exploration and development strategies require reliable geophysical information in 3-dimensional format. The challenge is to develop geophysical techniques for exploration at depths attainable with modern mining methods. The course will address this concern.
The price for those registering before Jan. 15 is $250 for KEGS members and $300 for non-members. Add $50 for registration after Jan. 31, and add $100 for registration after March 1. Space is limited.
The price of registration includes breakfast, lunch and complementary bar.
For more information visit www.kegsonline.org
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