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Mel Bartley Outstanding Branch Award

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Mel W. Bartley Outstanding Branch Award

For the CIM Branch demonstrating the most progress

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After graduating with a PhD from the University of Toronto, Mel W. Bartley held important positions at several mining and exploration companies: chief geologist and engineer for Steep Rock Iron Mines, exploration manager for Cliffs of Canada and principal emeritus of Lakehead University, to name a few.

As president of CIM from 1975 to 1976, he created the concept of District and Divisional technical meetings at CIM. The Mel W. Bartley Outstanding Branch Award was created in 1977, before his death in 1986.

The Mel W. Bartley Outstanding Branch Award is to be awarded annually to the Branch judged to have made the most progress toward achieving the aims and objectives of the Institute. 

The Mel W. Bartley Outstanding Branch Award criteria and other information:

  1. The award is to be presented to the CIM Branch demonstrating the most effective progress in reaching the aims and objectives of the Institute. Criteria for selection:

    (a) Points for the increase in CIM Branch Membership.

    (b) Points for the increase in CIM National Membership within the Branch.

    (c) Points for the development of special guest speaker programs.

    (d) Points for the utilization of CIM Distinguished Lecturers program.

    (e) Points for the participation in District activities.

    (f) Points for the participation in programs developed and suggested by CIM National Office.

    (g) Points for the development of local Branch activities to meet the needs of the local industry community.

  2. The award shall be presented on an annual basis, but no more than one award may be made in any given year.
  3. CIM National Office will forward to the Branches an entry form that addresses the "Criteria for Selection."
  4. The Selection Committee, chaired by the Central District Vice-President and consisting of the District Vice-Presidents, shall make its decision not later than March 31, of the year of presentation of the award.
  5. The Selection Committee shall present the nominations to CIM Council no later than the last Council Meeting held prior to the next CIM Convention.
  6. When approved, the award shall be presented at the CIM Convention.

Recipients

There is only one recipient of this award every year. This award is solely for CIM Branches.

Winners

2026

CIM Montreal Branch

The Montreal Branch of the Canadian Institute of Mining (CIM) brings together professionals, students, and stakeholders from across the mining ecosystem with the goal of fostering collaboration between industry, equipment suppliers, and academia, while encouraging cross-disciplinary engagement. 

From board members with over 30 years of involvement to a dynamic new generation of young professionals, CIM Montreal reflects both the legacy and the future of the mining industry. Our engaged community plays an active role in supporting the continued growth and visibility of the sector in Quebec and across Canada. 

Through a range of flagship initiatives—including monthly networking cocktails, a highly anticipated annual financial panel, and our golf tournament—the branch creates meaningful opportunities to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen relationships within the industry. 

In addition, CIM Montreal is committed to supporting the next generation through scholarships, student engagement, and funding opportunities, helping to build a strong, inclusive, and forward-looking mining community in Montreal.

2025

CIM Quebec Branch

CIM Quebec is a dynamic branch made up of 12 volunteers from the mining community. Activities are organized to promote networking among industry players in the Quebec City region. Its members are professionals, suppliers of goods and services, researchers and students with a passion for the mining sector. The section offers six annual conferences on various aspects of the mining industry. In addition to these conferences, it organizes an annual symposium, where 2025 marked the third edition of “Spotlight on Mining and Metallurgical Projects." The 2024-2025 season launched a new activity, the “Crétamine” challenge, which enables Université Laval students to demonstrate their knowledge and technical skills in the mining sector. Growing participation testifies to the section's success in bringing together regional players in the mining industry.