Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada
PDAC-2021
Event Details

AWARDS GALA & AFTER PARTY
 
The PDAC Awards Gala celebrates excellence in the global mining industry, and is the ideal place to host your clients and network with key players. Enjoy drinks on arrival, followed by a sumptuous three-course gourmet dinner and fine wines. 
 
Then…it’s on to the AFTER PARTY!
 
Your opportunity to rub shoulders with Award recipients, C-level executives, financiers, brokers and mining developers. Enjoy two complimentary drink tickets and a great party atmosphere—the perfect backdrop for unlimited networking!
 
Always a sold out event, seats at the PDAC Awards Gala are strictly limited and won't last long. Reserve an individual seat or book a table for 10 when registration opens in December!
 
DRESS
Business attire, black tie optional
 
 
GRAND FINALE
 
After four exhilarating days at the world’s premier mineral exploration and mining convention, it’s time to PARTY!
 
Come and enjoy this FREE must-attend event! Dress casual and get your two FREE drink tickets at the door. Grab a bite to eat and dance, dance, dance!
 
IMPORTANT:
  • Keep your convention pass when leaving the MTCC.
  • Admission ONLY with convention pass. Open to all pass types.
  • Must provide photo identification. 19+ event.

 

MINERAL OUTLOOK LUNCHEON
 
This three-course luncheon features a high profile guest speaker, who provides an outlook on the future of the mining industry.
 
MINING FOR DIVERSITY RECEPTION
 
This event celebrates diversity and inclusion. The theme for this year - STRONGER TOGETHER - invites all PDAC attendees to celebrate mining professionals and students who open doors and work hard to build a more inclusive industry. 
 
Join us for the opportunity to network and honour this year’s Awards recipients. The WIMC Awards are presented annually to individuals who have been instrumental in enabling the increase of a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace within the mining industry. These include the Trailblazer Awards; Trailblazer Indigenous Awards; and the Rick Hutson Mentorship Award.
 
This event is coordinated by Women in Mining Canada in partnership with PDAC, with generous support from various organizations.
Admission ONLY with convention pass. Open to all pass types.
 
 
MINING MATTERS HOCKEY TOURNAMENT
 
Face off with us at the Mining Matters Hockey Tournament in support of mineral resources education. The Mining Matters Hockey Tournament is an important annual fundraising event that combines intensity and fun, and brings members of the minerals industry together in support of the organization's goal to educate students, teachers and the public about Earth science and the importance of mineral resources. Sixteen teams (15 skaters and one goalie) consisting of representatives from the mineral exploration and mining industries will compete to see their name engraved on the coveted Caracle Cup!
 
All skill levels are welcome; only a desire to network and join in friendly competition is mandatory. Registration required.
 
 
OPENING CEREMONIES
 
Join PDAC President and other special guests as we mark the official opening of the 2021 Convention.
Admission ONLY with convention pass. Open to all pass types.
 
OPENING DAY RECEPTION
 
Come to the largest networking event at the convention! Connect with attendees, peers and exhibitors while you enjoy a free drink and appetizers.
 
All Access Pass holders get a drink ticket with their pass. Cash bars available.
All Access, Exhibits, or Exhibitor Staff Pass required. 
 
 
STUDENT-INDUSTRY NETWORKING LUNCHEON
 
This free reception-style buffet luncheon provides an opportunity for students, early career and industry professionals to network in a relaxed environment.
 
The winner of the Mary-Claire Ward Geoscience Award and the Joan Bath and Peter Howe Bursary for Advancement in the Mineral Industry will be announced, as well as the selected 2021 Student-Industry Mineral Exploration Workshop (S-IMEW) students.
 
RSVP when you register for the convention.
 
THE NETWORK - NEW RECEPTION
 
Are you looking for valuable networking opportunities at PDAC 2021?
 
THE NETWORK – PDAC’s new reception – is the answer! This must-attend event will connect you with domestic and international professionals to discuss matters shaping the industry.
 
Join us on for a FREE drink and appetizers while you mix and mingle with potential business contacts.
 
IMPORTANT:
  • All Access, Exhibits, or Exhibitor Staff Pass required. 
  • Must provide photo identification for drink ticket.
  • All ages welcome.
 
 
TRADE SHOW RECEPTION
 
Enjoy a free glass of wine or beer as you network with exhibitors and attendees from around the world, including industry professionals, organizations promoting technology, products, services and mining jurisdictions.
 
All Access Pass and Exhibits Pass holders get a drink ticket with their pass. Cash bars available.
All Access, Exhibits, or Exhibitor Staff Pass required. 
 

Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada

We are proud to be the leading voice of Canada's mineral exploration and development community since 1932. With over 7,500 members around the world, PDAC's work centres on supporting a competitive, responsible mineral sector. 

When
Sunday, March 07 - 10, 2021
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