An array of exciting social activities will take place throughout the conference schedule, including receptions, luncheons, dances and more. Be sure to attend the CIM Awards Gala, where the leaders of our industry are honoured in grand style. The Opening Reception and the Closing Luncheon are also key events for networking.
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Saturday, May 5th
Edmonton 2012 Lobster Dinner – Click for details
Time: 18:00 to late
Price: $75
Location: Fort Edmonton
The Saturday Evening function is a Lobster Dinner/Dance. In addition to the Richard Eaton Singers we will have a performance by The VOHON UKRAINIAN DANCE ENSEMBLE which will be followed by The Saint Albert Big City Band. Transportation will be provided, free of charge for delegates, to and from Fort Edmonton Park, commencing at 5:30 PM from the Hotel Macdonald. This service is being provided by The City of Edmonton.
Sunday, May 6th
CIM Surface Mining Reception - Click for details
Time: 14:00 to 16:00
Price: Free
Location: City Hall Foyer
Mix and mingle at the CIM Surface Mining Society Welcome Reception. Gifts are up for grabs so be sure to bring extra business cards to enter the draws.
Opening Reception - Click for details
Time: 17:00 to 20:00
Price: Included in the registration fee
Location: CIM Exhibition
This prime networking event is sponsored by SMS/Komatsu. The Opening Reception of the CIM Conference & Exhibition brings all participants together for an evening of live entertainment, guest speakers, and the tasty treats of a . buffet on the exhibition floor.
Monday, May 7th
CIM Awards Gala - Click for details
Time: 18:00 (reception); 19:00 (dinner)
Price: $175
Location: Shaw Conference Centre - Hall D
The CIM Awards Gala is the annual celebration of the true leaders of the Canadian mining industry. Sponsored by Caterpillar and its Canadian Dealers, the evening will be emceed by Fred Keating. This year’s Gala promises to be more exciting than ever, with sizzling graphics and greater participation during the awards presentations. The start performance will feature Canadian legend Tom Cochrane and Red Rider, promising to ride life’s highway all night long!
Tuesday, May 8th
Student-Industry Luncheon - Click for details
Time: 12:00 to 14:00
Price: Included with the student registration fee
The luncheon is the perfect opportunity for students to meet industry leaders and establish indispensable contacts. Sponsored by Rio Tinto Iron Ore Company of Canada (IOC), IOC Vice-President of Operations Mark Rodgers will provide a keynote presentation.
Women in Mining Reception - Click for details
Time: 17:00 to 19:00
Price: $25
A reception will follow the Women in Mining Forum, providing a valuable networking opportunity for young women in the industry to meet the panelists and make contacts with peers from across Canada.
VIP Reception - Click for details
Time: 17:00 to 19:00
Note: By invitation only
Senior industry leaders and invited guests will gather for a high-powered networking session.
P&H Reception and Dance - Click for details
Time: 20:00 to midnight
Price: Free
Location: Shaw Conference Center - Hall D
All conference participants will gather at the P&H Reception and Dance for a night of dancing to live music, grazing a delectable buffet, and partying late into the night at the mining shindig of the year.
Wednesday, May 9th
Management & Finance Day Closing Luncheon - Click for details
Time: 12:00 to 14:00
Price: $75
Location: Shaw Conference Center
The final event of CIM Edmonton 2012, join fellow participants for a satisfying lunch and keynote speaker. Participants registered for the one-day Management & Finance Day will have this lunch included in their registration.
Monday and Tuesday, May 7th and 8th
CIM Networking Opportunities - Click for details
Time: 12:00 to 14:00 and 15:30 to 17:00
Note: The lunch and one drink ticket are included with the delegate registration fee.
Location: CIM Exhibition
Lunch and cocktail receptions in the CIM Exhibition: Monday and Tuesday, May 7 and 8, 12:00 to 14:00 and 15:30 to 17:00.
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