Publication: AME Blog
Building Strong Relationships Through Employment and Training
Frequent advice given to explorers stepping onto new ground anywhere in British Columbia is to “engage early and often” with local First Nations. What does engagement look like in practical terms? While there are dozens of options, one important and simple first step is to seek out and introduce yourself to any employment and training officials... Read more »
Publication: GEOVIA The Sustainable Mining Network
Using Technology to Attract and Enable the Future Mining Workforce
Opposite forces are acting on the mining workforce. On one side, tens of thousands of people will retire from mining over the next decade, taking their skill, experience and in-depth knowledge with them as they leave. On the other is the race to attract new workers to the sector. Numerous factors, including a negative perception... Read more »
Publication: Geoscientists and Canada brochure
Geoscience and Canada 2018
Understanding our Earth: The vital role of Canada’s geoscientists This booklet explores the vital contributions of geoscientists to Canadian society. It has been prepared for a wide audience, including the public, decision-makers, geoscientists, and all those who share an interest in Canada’s land and resources, by Geoscientists Canada and Canadian Federation of Earth Scientists. FOREWORD... Read more »
Publication: CIM Magazine
The power of preparation, the pitch and a strong network
Stephen de Jong on being a young entrepreneur in mining Stephen de Jong became CEO of his first exploration company at the age of 26 after making a bold pitch to the management team. Two years later, he sidestepped into the role of CEO at Integra Gold and, over the next five years, he built... Read more »
Publication: Innovation
Modular Housing
Engineering solutions for British Columbians experiencing homelessness Community leaders across British Columbia are calling for solutions to the growing homelessness issue in which more people each year find themselves without stable housing. In early 2017, 3,605 people were found to be experiencing homelessness in Metro Vancouver, and 1,387 homeless people were counted in Great Victoria... Read more »
Publication: Innovation
Meet the EGBC President, Dr. Katherina Tarnai-Lokhorst
Engineering Positive Relationships Through Collaboration After declaring to her father at a young age that she wanted to be a singer, Dr. Katharina Tarnai-Lokhorst, P.Eng., FEC, the new president for Engineers and Geoscientists BC, followed his advice and identified a profession to support her singing hobby: engineering. And, her connection with a fellow engineer who... Read more »
Publication: AME Blog
1984-2018: The Evolution Of AME’s Mineral Exploration Roundup
In January 2018, AME’s Mineral Exploration Roundup conference will celebrate its 35th year. The idea for the Roundup conference was born on a ferry in 1982 during a conversation between Jack Patterson, Managing Director of what was then the BC & Yukon Chamber of Mines, Bob Cathro, the sitting President, and Nick Carter, soon to be... Read more »
Publication: AME Blog
AME Members Make Good Neighbours
How New Gold’s Fire and Mine Rescue team helped neighboring communities during the 2017 wildfires. When disaster strikes, the most immediate help will come from those around you – your neighbours. Connecting and building relationships with them today will mean a better response and faster recovery. – PreparedBC In mineral exploration, the term ‘communities’ is often... Read more »
Publication: AME Blog
Talking Safety With 2018 David Barr Award Winner Janice Fingler
Accepting the David Barr Award at the AME Roundup 2018 awards gala in January, project leadership coach Janice Fingler said, “Small gestures from leaders are like ripples that quickly become waves that influence the actions of others.” Her words were directed toward Diane Nicolson as retiring AME board chair, but Fingler’s own approach of taking... Read more »