AWARDS

CIM Distinguished Lecturers

CIM Distinguished Lecturers 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 meetings across the country. Click here to request a Lecturer.

Sponsored by Atlas Copco and the Canadian Mining and Metallurgical Foundation.

This Year's Winners - 2008 (Click name for quick navigation)

Carlos Díaz  ||  Jan E. Nesset  ||  Robin Sheremeta  ||  Clifford R. Stanley  ||  Gordon Winkel

Carlos Díaz
Mississauga, ON

In recognition of his illustrious academic and industrial career, and for his untiring support of the Metallurgical Society and CIM.

As Distinguished Lecturer Carlos Díaz will present:
The Evolution of Copper Smelting Practices in the Last Three Decades

Jan E. Nesset
Montreal, QC

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the Canadian Mineral Processors Society and CIM, particularly through his research activities, mentoring, and technical publications related to mineral flotation.

As Distinguished Lecturer Jan E. Nesset will present:
100 Years of Blowing Bubbles for Profit

Robin Sheremeta
Sparwood, BC

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the mining industry, particularly in promoting safety in the work environment.

As Distinguished Lecturer Robin Sheremeta will present:
Courageous Safety Leadership

Clifford R. Stanley
Wolfville, NS

For his excellence in applied research in QA/QC, mathematical geology, lithogeochemical analysis, exploration geochemistry, and mineral resource studies.

As Distinguished Lecturer Clifford R. Stanley will present:
Quality Assessment and Control in Mining and Mineral Exploration: A Modern Day How-to.

Gordon Winkel
Calgary, AB

In recognition of his contribution as an active participant and leader in the advancement of the surface mining industry through joint industry sharing of knowledge, best practices, and innovation.

As Distinguished Lecturer Gordon Winkel will present:
The Innovation Imperative