Educators, Miners & Explorers Workshop

The Educators, Miners & Explorers Workshop represents a significant gathering for British Columbia's mining education community, designed to showcase successful educational pilot projects and foster collaboration between industry and academic institutions. The two-day event focuses on sharing best practices in mining and mineral exploration training that have been successfully implemented across the province, providing attendees with practical insights they can apply in their own jurisdictions.

The workshop features keynote speaker Gary Herman, CEO of the Industry Training Authority (ITA), who will provide updates on critical policy developments including the McDonald Mandate Review results, B.C.'s Skills for Jobs Blueprint, and the ITA's 90 Day – 9 month Transition Plan. These presentations offer valuable insight into the provincial government's strategic direction for skills training and workforce development in the natural resources sector.

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from presenters and fellow delegates about innovative training approaches, with particular emphasis on successful partnerships between educational institutions and mining companies. The workshop serves as a platform for celebrating achievements in workforce development while identifying opportunities for future collaboration and program enhancement.

This event is particularly significant as it represents one of the first major gatherings organized by CTEM, demonstrating the organization's commitment to building a strong network of educators and industry representatives across British Columbia. The workshop aligns with CTEM's broader mission to connect industry, students, communities, and training providers, making it an essential event for anyone involved in mining education or workforce development in the province.