Tailings and Mine Waste 2017 Conference

The Tailings and Mine Waste 2017 Conference in Banff, Alberta serves as the premier annual gathering for tailings practitioners and experts from across the mining industry. This year's conference was particularly significant as it provided the platform for the Mining Association of Canada to officially release its enhanced third edition Guide to the Management of Tailings Facilities. The event attracts a specialized audience of engineers, environmental professionals, regulators, and mining executives who are directly involved in tailings facility design, operation, and management. Given the heightened focus on tailings safety following incidents like Mount Polley, this conference represents a critical knowledge-sharing venue where industry professionals can learn about the latest best practices, technological advances, and regulatory developments. The timing of MAC's guide release at this conference underscores the collaborative nature of advancing tailings management practices, with attendees able to immediately access and discuss the new guidance with peers and experts. For industry professionals involved in tailings management, this annual event provides essential continuing education and networking opportunities that directly impact operational safety and environmental protection across the mining sector.