As the new president of CIM, it is a privilege to welcome what is shaping up to be a transformative year for our industry. We are witnessing unprecedented political and market uncertainty, and our members will play an important role in sustaining the growth of Canada’s resource industry to support our economy over the next few decades.
In the spirit of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, I’m proud to share a few topical themes that were shared at our recent CIM CONNECT 2025 conference.
CIM CONNECT: Minerals, innovation and the energy transition
CIM CONNECT is more than just a conference—it’s the heartbeat of our professional community. This year’s event took place in Montreal from May 4 to 7 and offered an opportunity for leaders, professionals, students and community members to gather to share ideas, tackle challenges and imagine the future of mining and materials to support the energy transition.
CIM CONNECT also provided a platform for us to celebrate excellence in our industry. The CIM Awards Gala recognized individuals and organizations whose contributions have advanced our industry and strengthened our community.
Women in mining: Driving change and leadership
Diversity is a driver of performance, innovation and safety. We are proud to support initiatives that advance diversity within the resource sector, and we’re committed to ensuring our industry is one where stakeholders feel valued and empowered. At CIM, we proudly support women who are changing the face of mining—from the boardroom to the rock face.
Safety and mine rescue: At the core of what we do
Safety remains the foundation of our work—nothing is more important than ensuring every worker goes home safely. CIM is a staunch advocate for the advancement of safety culture, technology and training. Our members are actively sharing best practices in emergency response, mental health, automation and hazard mitigation with the goal of zero harm.
Metallurgy and materials: Innovation in every atom
Innovation in metallurgy and materials science is critical to the efficient transformation of our resources into materials that support global infrastructure and energy systems. Whether it’s improving recovery in complex ores, reducing environmental impacts or developing new materials and emerging technologies, our metallurgists and materials engineers are leading innovation .
Looking ahead
CIM is a home for ideas, leadership and lifelong learning. Whether you are a student discovering your passion, a professional refining your craft, or a leader shaping policy and direction, CIM is here to support your journey. Let’s continue building a future that reflects our values—safety, inclusion, excellence and sustainability.
I enjoyed meeting many of you at CIM CONNECT and look forward to meeting more in the year to come. Let’s connect, collaborate and continue shaping the future of mining together.
