The City of Prince George would like to thank all of those that contributed to the success of Minerals North 2017. Copies of presentations will be provided as they come available and will be linked into the agenda provided below. A copy of the exhibitor list is also provided.
Tuesday, April 25th - programming
Mt. Milligan Mine Tour
This tour included a full run through of the mining processes used at Mount Milligan. Many noteworthy locations will be visited, such as the mine pit, the control room, and the processing plant. In addition, a discussion was held that covered the history of the site, how Mount Milligan was developed and how the site operates today.
Swiftwater and Frozen Surfaces: The Latest Techniques for Safe Field Work
This was a technical session on techniques that can be used to ensure one’s safety. In addition, individuals will be exposed to the various types of equipment that can be used to reduce risk while near swiftwater.
Prince George Geological Transect Tour
Members of the Prince George Exploration Group led a half day long geological transect across the Prince George district. The aim of this expedition was to explore and discuss the geological history and bedrock of the area, including the prospectivity of various economic minerals both locally and more regionally.
Wednesday, April 26th - morning program
Welcome and Conference Opening with Mayor Lyn Hall, Lheidli T'enneh blessing and remarks from MNCA President Andrew Webber
Industry Updates
Association for Mineral Exploration BC - Glen Wonders, VP Technical and Government Affairs
Mining Association of BC - Brian Cox, VP Corporate Affairs
Regional Geologist Update - Paul Jago, Regional Geologist, Ministry of Energy and Mines
Ministry of Energy and Mines, Update
Project Updates
Pretivm - Kevin Torpy, General Manager Brucejack
Engold - Rob Shives, VP Exploration
Newgold - Tim Bekhuys, Director Blackwater Project
AuRico Metals - Chris Rockingham, VP Development
Wednesday April 26th - afternoon program
Keynote speaker Gianni Kovacevic - Value of Mining in Green Technologies
“Realistic Environmentalist, "Scientist", Humanitarian & Story Teller Gianni Kovacevic has enlightened audiences around the world with his unique insights into wide ranging topics such as modern energy, the rise of the new spending class and how the environment and investment often go hand-in-hand. With over 20,000 hours of combined research, he is a sought-after commentator to these themes and an established expert on copper and its applications. An avid proponent of "realistic environmentalism", he is frequently interviewed by the media with his unique way of applying the algebraic way of thinking to solving global problems. In his book, "My Electrician Drives a Porsche?", Gianni shares how his related study of the World's unstoppable trends of changing demographics, technology and the changing energy mix were the catalyst to having coined such phrases as 'realistic environmentalism', 'Prague syndrome' and 'The 4% Club'. “
Plenary sessions:
Geoscience BC update - Bruce Madu, VP Minerals and Mining, Geoscience BC
Environmental Assessments to Permitting - Improving the Approach - Jason Jones, Ecologist Ecologic
Working with an Independent Environmental Monitor in the Mining Sector - Cedric Robert and Jayson Kurtz, Ecofish Research
Ascentech - Blair Craft Senior Systems Manager, Ascentech
Thursday, April 27th - morning program
Plenary Sessions
Cost Savings Through Automation - Trevor Fedyk, President Global Resource Design
Gamma Ray Spectrometry for Exploration - Rob Shives, Engold
New Generation of Helicopter Time Domain Electromagnetic Systems for Mineral Exploration in Rough Terrain - Gary Tipper, Regional Sales Manager SkyTEM Surveys
Industry/Project Updates
Imperial Metals - Steve Robertson, VP Corporate
Centerra Gold - A look at Mount Milligan and Endako Mine - Kosta Sainis, Environmental Superintendent
Seabridge Gold: KSM and Iskut Project Updates - Brent Murphy, VP Seabridge Gold
Plenary Sessions
Can Large Resource Developments Contribute to Sustainability in Indigenous Communities - Debra Stokes, Sustainability Specialist TBL Consultants
Focus on International Mining: FCM Collaborative efforts in Peru - Mayor Lori Acherman, Fort St. John
