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Jul 20. 2026

The ISSA Mining Safety 2026 technical program is structured around 8 core pillars that address the physical, technological, and psychosocial complexities of modern mining environments.

Jul 16. 2026

Present your research at APCOM for an opportunity to test ideas and discuss Canadian mining best practices with an international network of industry experts.

Jul 07. 2026

CPS 2026 is a focused forum dedicated to the decisions that define mining capital project success. The global program spans three days of technical sessions, short courses, and networking events designed to address the full project lifecycle.

Jul 06. 2026

Catherine brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in member engagement, marketing and communications, business development, strategic partnerships, operations and member experience within professional services and member-based organizations.

Jul 06. 2026

CIM CONNECT 2026 arrived in Vancouver at a time when the mining industry is facing both pressure and opportunity. Over the first week of May, one message surfaced repeatedly across plenaries, technical sessions, special forums and hallway conversations: mining is no longer preparing for the future. It is being asked to deliver it now.

Jul 02. 2026

We spoke to the CIM-Bedford Canadian Young Mining Leaders Award winners to learn how they are shaping the future of the industry. Meet Ryan Weymark.

Jun 29. 2026

How choosing processing over raw sales halves surface damage while doubling net value

Jun 29. 2026

Going electric cuts energy consumption by up to nearly 90% and slashes fueling costs in underground mines

Jun 26. 2026

At CIM, we bridge the distance between bustling cities and remote sites, creating a unified Canadian mining community.

Jun 16. 2026

A conversation with Jenny-Lou Campbell, Executive Director of the Indigenous Centre of Excellence for Mineral Development (ICEMD), about her journey, the values that guide her work, and the importance of Indigenous participation in the mining industry.

May 29. 2026

The CMP organizing committee is pleased to announce the Call for Papers and Short Course Proposals for the 59th Annual CMP Conference, scheduled to take place from January 19–21, 2027.

May 20. 2026

Élaine Legault brings over 25 years of executive experience in event strategy, operations, business development and client experience.

May 05. 2026

The 2026 CIM Awards Gala featured over 20 industry awards that celebrate the extraordinary achievements of more than 50 individuals and organizations within the minerals and metals industry.

May 05. 2026

Hundreds from the mining, minerals and metals industry donned their finest and came out last night to celebrate individuals and organizations within the minerals and metals industry for their extraordinary efforts to improve safety and sustainability.

May 04. 2026

The Canadian Institute of Mining Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lucy Potter, as the Incoming President-Elect (2028-2029).

May 03. 2026

Relevance, Safety and the Future of Mining: Incoming CIM President John Rhind brings with him 40 years of leadership experience in the mining industry.

Apr 21. 2026

The ISSA short courses are designed for mining professionals who want to go beyond high-level discussions and build practical, applicable skills, providing a hands-on opportunity to deepen expertise and bring tangible improvements back to site.

Apr 10. 2026

What began as a small, focused gathering has grown into Canada’s largest exhibition of mining technology and services.

Apr 10. 2026

New research highlights the essential role of footprint optimization in Canada’s journey towards net-zero mining

Apr 10. 2026

How a holistic new approach to DHS is shifting the focus from geological precision to project profit

Apr 08. 2026

The CIM Ottawa Branch is inviting members to take an active role in shaping the future of the minerals industry at a local level.

Apr 02. 2026

The ISSA Mining Safety Conference, hosted by CIM and its partners, will bring together global leaders, operators, regulators and researchers to explore how safety is being redefined across our industry.

Mar 24. 2026

Presentations from CIM CONNECT 2025 are now available on CIM Academy, offering professionals continued access to one of the industry’s most comprehensive technical programs.

Mar 18. 2026

The CIM Annual General Meeting of the Members of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) will take place in person on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Mar 17. 2026

A conversation with MAC’s Pierre Gratton

Mar 06. 2026

This compilation celebrates the modern miners and technical experts who are pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

Feb 26. 2026

Can allyship training change the Canadian mining industry?

Feb 26. 2026

Why traditional estimation methods still dominate over modern research

Feb 13. 2026

New life for Candelaria: A new shaft and ventilation system has many benefits for Pan American Silver’s La Colorada mining operation

Feb 09. 2026

The Turnbull Cup elevates mining students and honours an educator

Feb 06. 2026

Examining the essential role of the mineral value chain in global sport and technology

Feb 05. 2026

For mine operators focused on driving operational excellence, strategic growth, and sustainable performance, CIM CONNECT 2026 offers unparalleled value

Feb 02. 2026

As the industry faces evolving regulations and technical complexities, this conference is where leaders align on strategy, innovation, and the fundamental goal of zero harm.

Jan 30. 2026

Ahead of CIM CONNECT 2026, a comprehensive suite of short courses will offer focused, practical learning across the mining lifecycle.

Jan 23. 2026

CIM is proud to support the next generation of minerals and metals professionals through the Future Leaders Support Program for CIM CONNECT 2026.

Jan 20. 2026

Draft CIM Leading Practice Guidelines for Salar-Hosted, Sedimentary Basin and Geothermal Brine-Hosted Lithium Mineral Resources and Mineral Reserves Estimation available for industry comment

Jan 12. 2026

Operating under the theme “The Integrated Lens: Collaboration for Responsible Mineral Development”, MRMR 2026 addresses the growing complexity of estimation across jurisdictions, reporting codes, project stages, and stakeholder expectations.

Jan 12. 2026

Attention, students! Apply now for scholarships. Click on these links to find scholarships to take advantage of this February:  The Metallurgy and Materials Society of CIM (MetSoc) scholarships The Management and Economics Society of CIM (MES)-COSMO Scholarship Browse all CIM Scholarships...

Jan 09. 2026

On May 11 to 13, 2027, the global engineering community will gather in London, England for the International Conference on Shaft Design and Construction (SDC2027).

Jan 07. 2026

CIM is proud to support MiEX – the Mining Industry Experience Program, a paid, two-week immersive learning program designed to introduce first-year STEM students to the mining industry, its role in modern society, and the wide range of career paths it offers.

Dec 24. 2025

We will be closed for the holidays from December 24, 2025 to January 2, 2026, inclusively.

Dec 23. 2025

A year of learning, leadership and collaboration

Dec 23. 2025

Throughout 2025, CIM webinars played a vital role in extending learning beyond conferences, providing accessible, timely knowledge to professionals across the mining and minerals sector.

Dec 15. 2025

The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) has released new Leading Practice Guidelines for documenting diamond exploration results, resources, and reserves, specifically for primary deposits.

Dec 11. 2025

As we remember those who have passed away, we would like to extend our condolences to their families and friends. Though they are no longer with us, their work and accomplishments live on.

Dec 05. 2025

On December 6, we honour the memory of the 14 women whose lives were taken and reaffirm our commitment to a safer, more equitable future.

Dec 04. 2025

CIM is pleased to introduce The Business of Flotation, a new resource that reframes flotation as an integrated business decision, and invite you to a complimentary webinar with the authors.

Dec 02. 2025

The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) recently closed the comment period on their proposal to repeal and replace National Instrument 43-101 (NI 43-101), the standard established to ensure transparency in mining disclosures since 2001.

Nov 07. 2025

To commemorate Remembrance Day on Tuesday, we're sharing a collection of stories that remember the Canadian miners and CIM members who fought in the First and Second World Wars, and the importance of some mines to war efforts.

Nov 05. 2025

CIM Academy is offering a new short course this fall. “Battery electric vehicles operations in mining” comprises seven modules designed to provide industry professionals with a clear, practical understanding of BEVs.

Member Spotlight

Sebastian Avalos Sotomayor

CTO at Annapurna Suite

We need strong partnerships between industry, academia, and government to come up with environmentally and socially conscious solutions in mining. The CIM community is a fundamental link in these partnerships.