Kendra Johnston, AME President and CEO provides an update for AME Members: |
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Date: Thursday, May 13
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM PT
Where: Online
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Celebrate AME's 2020 Award Recipients!
"We acknowledge the importance of recognizing the efforts of those leading the way to ensure successful and responsible mineral exploration and development. We are strong supporters of the work that AME does – in British Columbia and beyond – both to honour today’s leaders, and in reaching out to our future leaders through student engagement and scholarships." - Gala Sponsor: Cassels
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Upcoming Webinar: AME Market Trends
Next week, join Kai Hoffmann and Jessica Fung as they take a closer look at recent trends in 2021 and the next commodity supercycle as the world accelerates towards sustainable goals. See you on Thursday, April 29 at 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM PT!
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AME and Geoscience BC | Summer of Activities 2020: Minerals
AME partners with Geoscience BC to present Summary of Activities 2020: Minerals. Register now and join us during Mining Month on Thursday, May 20 from 9 AM to 11 AM PT. Hear from six researchers working on Geoscience BC projects that focus on new natural resource opportunities and advancing science and innovation geoscience technologies.
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Professional Governance Act and Engineers & Geoscientists BC Update
On February 5, 2021, the BC Professional Governance Act (PGA) came into force and a new Registration of Firms requirement from Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). What do these firm regulations and professional registration updates look like and what are the next steps? We have summarized it all for you here!
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AME presents: Mineral Exploration Stories!
You can now access all of AME's past magazine articles using our new and improved search tool on AME's website! We will continue to bring you fresh content that will not only be more visually engaging, but also easy to navigate. If you have any questions or feedback, please contact jtownley@amebc.ca.
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AME Responds to B.C. Budget 2021
The B.C. Budget 2021 announcement acknowledges the critical role that a strong mineral exploration industry plays in supporting the transition to a low-carbon future in B.C. through investments in infrastructure, skills training and permitting. Kendra Johnston noted: "We thank the government for its support in ensuring that mineral exploration can proceed safely as an essential service and look forward to continuing to contribute to local economies across the province this year.”
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Looking for Students to Hire this Summer?
AME’s job board has some great candidates including newly qualified field assistants who recently graduated from Royal Roads' Mineral Exploration, Geoscience and Environmental Field Assistance Program. Click here to login and search for candidates in our career centre. Need assistance logging in? Contact Jasmine Lad at jlad@amebc.ca.
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Calling all Mentors: Be Part of AME’s Mentorship Program
Back by popular demand, AME is planning to launch our 3rd annual Mentorship Program. We are looking for professionals in mineral exploration and development who can mentor a 4th year undergraduate student or an early career professional. This is your opportunity to have a positive influence on a young professional’s career while gaining perspective on the challenges new professionals are facing. The program will kick-off in the Fall.
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National Volunteer Week 2021
We are celebrating all of our incredible volunteers. From our Board of Directors, Committees, Event Volunteers, Mentors and all who get involved with AME in some way, we thank all of you! With your expertise and contribution to our Association, we are able to continue to protect and promote the interests of mineral explorers and developers in BC. Thank you all!
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A Snapshot: AME Remote Roundup 2021
Check out this snapshot report and sizzle reel of our first virtual conference! Don’t forget that all Remote Roundup Content is available for 6 months including the Poster Session, Trade Show, Core Shack, Project Generator and Prospectors’ Tent booths. If you didn't get the chance to attend the conference in January, you can still register and access the programming! Email roundup@amebc.ca for more information.
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AME Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship of AME initiatives is an excellent way to support and connect your company with the lead advocacy group for mineral exploration and development in BC. Contact Roxanne Finnie, rfinnie@amebc.ca for more information on current opportunities.
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PHO: New Order for Industrial Camps
A revised Order for Industrial Camps was issued April 13, 2021 to prevent and control the risk of transmission of COVID-19.The guidance document on industrial camps and worksites will similarly be updated over the coming week to help sites prepare protocols, and coordinators for inspections. Please note. inspections are required at sites again this year, even if the sites were inspected last year.
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Mining for Miracles Pie Throw 2021: Help Kendra raise money for the BC Children's Hospital!
Who would you like to see get pied to help sick kids? Kendra Johnston is taking part in the Mining for Miracles Association Slice of the 2021 Pie Throw to raise money for the BC Children's Hospital Foundation. Kendra will compete with Gavin Dirom, President & CEO of Geoscience BC! Learn more and donate now for a great cause!
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Supporting Indigenous students studying geoscience in BC
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) Geography, in partnership with Engineers and Geoscientists of BC Foundation, is proud to support the creation of a new scholarship initiative for Indigenous students studying geoscience in BC post-secondary institutions! If you would like to support the scholarship fund, learn more about the different ways that you can help.
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Code Review Reporting Survey
The Mine Audits and Effectiveness Unit is undertaking a consulting project for the Code Review Secretariat to complete an overall review of the Code. The Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation are asking you to complete the survey to help with on-going research. Complete the survey now; it will be available until 11:59pm on April 25, 2021.
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GoFundMe campaign saves Mooses Down Under from closure due to COVID-19
We are thrilled that everyone came together to help keep a much-loved restaurant of the mineral exploration and mining community from closing. Co-owner, Corina Aquino, said: "We are going to survive this closure due to the support we have received from all of you. As the saying goes what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger." Read the full article.
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In Memoriam: Marvin Alford Mitchell (1938-2021) |
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AME Life Member Marvin Alford Mitchell passed away on April 13, 2021. Please read the obituary.
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Save the Date:
Central Interior Copper-Gold Research Update
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Geoscience BC researchers will provide an update on the latest research from the Central Interior Copper-Gold Research (CICGR) project series as part of the 2021 Kamloops Exploration Group (KEG) Technical Talk Lunch Series at 12:00 PM PT on April 27, 2021. Learn more.
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Join KEG on May 11 and May 25 as they hear from local prospectors on their properties, findings and work currently being conducted within our province. Each session will be complimentary to attend and include up to 5 informative prospector presentations over an hour (beginning at 12pm PST). Learn more.
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Indigenous Partnerships Success Showcase 2021 |
In response to the growing demand for practical guidance in how Indigenous communities and their enterprise partners can work together, this two-day virtual event will be taking place on May 28, 2021 and June 4, 2021. Learn more and register.
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Have a Safe Day Every Day. |
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Association for Mineral Exploration
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