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Sohail Nazari surrounded by group of children.
Mines Rock Star: Sohail Nazari, business development manager at Andritz Inc.

Some of Sohail Nazari’s most valuable learnings came from working at the pub & selling door-to-door before he became business development manager at Andritz Inc

by Timothy Fowler
Joanna Osawe for DMC Power and Co-founder of WiRE, Canada.
Energy, Renewable Energy, Ontario Joanna Osawe sponsors industry diversity

Joanna Osawe, co-founder of WiRE and Global Business Development manager at DMC Power, focuses on sector diversity on a national and international scale.

by Zoë Dupley
Lisa McDonald is the new executive director for The Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC).
Energy, Mines, Ontario Lisa McDonald is the new executive director for PDAC

Lisa McDonald represents more than 8,000 PDAC members around the world to ensure their success in the mining industry.

by Zoë Dupley
A headshot of Prof. Jacques Yves Guigné, CEO of Acoustic Zoom
Mines Rock Star: Jacques Yves Guigné of Acoustic Zoom

Acoustic Zoom’s goal is to increase confidence in exploration by creating a sort of telescope to enter the earth.

by Timothy Fowler
Kirsten Marcia, P. Geo. President, CEO, Director, of DEEP Geothermal in her yard, where she spends a lot of time.
Energy, Renewable Energy, Saskatchewan Mining for heat: Saskatchewan’s geothermal project

Kirsten Marcia, president and CEO of DEEP Geothermal, talks about the next steps for her company’s project and the support from the province of Saskatchewan.

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Kevin Urbanski, Founder and CEO of Rithmik Solutions, spends a lot of time outside.
Mines, British Columbia Rock Star: Rithmik Solutions founder and CEO Kevin Urbanski

The founder and CEO of Rithmik Solutions, Kevin Urbanski, talks about focusing on your passions and his journey of founding the Fernie, B.C.-based AI company

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Clear Blue Technologies is a five-year overnight success story. CEO Miriam Tuerk said startups are created by communities, not individuals.
Energy, Renewable Energy, Global Creating firsts in smart off-grid technology

Miriam Tuerk, CEO of Clear Blue Technologies, talks about her solar power startup and its success with smart off-grid technology.

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Kathryn Hayashi, CEO of TRIUMF Innovations Inc.
Technology Focusing on the business of science

Kathryn Hayashi, CEO of TRIUMF Innovations Inc., dedicates her time to bridging gaps and making an impact in her industry.

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Mark Bartkoski points to a site of interest on a mining exploration/resource map.
Minerals, Renewable Energy, British Columbia Rock Star: Mark Bartkoski

Mark Bartkoski, president of Conuma Coal, has written a book called "Building Integrity."

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Brandon Macdonald is sitting on a rock with his little boy in a natural landscape of rocks along a stream.
Mines, Yukon Rock Star: Brandon Macdonald, Fireweed Zinc CEO and director

Brandon Macdonald found success at Fireweed Zinc by adapting to the twists and seizing opportunities in the downturns of the mining industry.

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Alexander Palkovsky is holding his award from the Canadian Solar Industries Association.
Sustainability & environment An emerging leader: Alexander Palkovsky

We had the chance to interview an emerging leader in renewables: Alexander Palkovsky with Brookfield Renewable

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A portrait photo of Steve de Jong, the new CEO of VRify
Technology Rock Star: Steve de Jong, CEO of VRify

Steve de Jong was runner-up as BC Business Entrepreneur of the Year in the Mining and Metals category

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A portrait photo of William Lamb, president and CEO of Lucara Diamond Corp.
Mines Rock Star: William Lamb, president and CEO of Lucara Diamond Corp.

William Lamb pushes Lucara Diamond Corp. to think outside the box when it comes to its Karowe Mine in Botswana.

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A woman (Merran Smith) on a bike smiling as she waits at the side of a road
Renewable Energy, Sustainability & environment Rock Star Merran Smith: Creating a cleaner tomorrow

Merran Smith, founder and Executive Director of Clean Energy Canada, was recently appointed to co-chair the Climate Solutions and Clean Growth Advisory Council

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Shown here is Robert Bell. His work history includes executive positions at Luscar Ltd., Pine Valley Mining, Teck Resources, Ram River Coal and Atrum Coal. Now, he's followed his entrepreneurial spirit and appreciation of collaboration to become an independent consultant.
Mines Rock Star Robert Bell: Enjoyment + curiosity + hard work = success in mining

Meet Robert Bell, people person and coal expert, as well as the moderator for the Coal Association of Canada’s upcoming conference in Vancouver.

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A headshot of David McLelland
Technology, Global Rock Star David McLelland: The mastermind behind remote sensing technology

Auracle Remote Sensing CEO David McLelland pioneered the remote sensing and geospatial technology that benefits the mining and energy industries.

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Jill Tsolinas loves that her current role as executive director of BC CTEM brings together her two passions: mining and education. This shows her headshot.
Education, Mines, British Columbia Collaborative curriculum: Rock Star Jill Tsolinas

BC CTEM’s executive director cultivates collaboration, community, synergy and success while developing new and evolving existing mining training.

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Heather's team works with companies in the oil and gas industry to find solutions to their sustainability challenges. She is shown here in the lab.
Minerals, Mines, Alberta Rock Star Heather Kaminsky—“Queen of Clay”

Heather Kaminsky, Lead Researcher at NAIT’s Centre for Oil Sands Sustainability, helps the oil and gas industry find solutions to their problems with clay.

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Alicia Du, general manager of HJT Steel Tower North America Co. Ltd., is standing inside a large steel cylinder.
Company Profiles, Mines, British Columbia Alicia Du started in international trading

Alicia Du, general manager of HJT Steel Tower North America Co. Ltd., has found a successful career in international trading.

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Pictured are the three co-founders of Osisko Mining (L to R): John Burzynski, president and CEO; Sean Roosen, chair of the board; and Robert Wares, executive vice-president exploration and resource development.
Company Profiles, Mines, Quebec From snakes to suits: Rock star John Burzynski

The co-founders of Osisko Mining are geologists first who have found success in the business world.

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Eagle Plains Resources Ltd., a Cranbrook, B.C.-based mineral exploration company, was founded in 1992 by Bob Termuende and his son, Tim.
Exploration, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, Yukon Seeking paydirt: Rock Star Tim Termuende

Mineral exploration is a long-shot game with a high expectation of failure—so what attracts people to it?

by Marie Milner
Bruce Madu is standing on a rocky mountaintop with a walking stick near Roger’s Pass along the Trans-Canada Highway west of Field, B.C.
British Columbia Rock Star Bruce Madu: Public sector geologist

Bruce Madu, vice-president of minerals and mining at Geoscience BC has dedicated his career to sharing geoscience with the public.

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Group workshop photo.
First Nations, Mines, Ontario Rock Star Peter Moses: Fostering First Nations relationships in mining

The PDAC awarded Peter Moses with the 2017 Skookum Jim Award for his exceptional service educating Aboriginal communities on mining opportunities.

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In 2014, John Kinnear (centre) stands in front of a memorial as part of a honour guard during the 100th anniversary of the Hillcrest Mine Disaster, when 189 men were lost.
History, Mines, British Columbia Third-generation coal miner and local historian

John Kinnear followed his father into the mines, then dedicated 35 years to remembering lost coal miners of Western Canada.

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Randy Miller examines core in a core logging room at St. Lewis, on the southeastern Labrador coast.
Exploration, Maritimes This rock star enjoys hard rock and heavy metal—literally and figuratively

Search Minerals chief geologist and vice-president of exploration, Randy Miller, has unearthed a stockpile of minerals in Labrador

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Brendan Seale is Ikea Canada's Sustainability Leader.
Sustainability & environment Inspiring a sustainable future

Brendan Seale inspires a sustainable future through his work as Sustainability Leader at Ikea Group.

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Don McLeod, Canadian Mining Hall of Fame inductee.
Mines BC miner Don McLeod inducted into the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame

McLeod began his career as a pack-horse operator and miner’s helper in the 1940s, and went on to become founder of the Northair Group of Companies.

by Peter Caulfield
Hans Brasch worked in the mining industry for 40 years, and never missed a single day of work.
Education, Mines, Ontario Hans Brasch’s lucky life

Hans Brasch spent 40 years working in the mines dodging dynamite.

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Nalaine Morin, principal with ArrowBlade Consulting, works to bridge First Nations Traditional Knowledge with Western Science in development projects.
First Nations, British Columbia Rock Star: Nalaine Morin, EP

Nalaine Morin is recognized across Canada for her work in environmental assessment on behalf of First Nations.

by Jessica Kirby
Robert McEwen is a 2017 inductee into the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame.
Mines Robert McEwen does more than expected

2017 Canadian Mining Hall of Fame inductee demonstrates perseverance and dedication while consistently striving for something better.

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2017 Canadian Mining Hall of Fame inductee, James 'Jim' Carter.
Energy, Alberta Oilsands pioneer James “Jim” Carter inducted into the 2017 Canadian Mining Hall of Fame

A pioneer of the oil sands, education advocate, and respectful leader is inducted into the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame.

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Jennifer Beaudry, sitting on large tire.
Education, Ontario Inspiring budding scientists

Jennifer Beaudry inspires the next generation of the mining industry.

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Bob Moffatt, standing in front of weathered building.
History, Mines, Alberta Bob Moffatt: A pioneer of Canada’s energy sector

Even after retiring, Bob Moffatt has returned to Atlas Coal Mine—his first place of employment.

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Arctic field work north of 60.
Minerals, British Columbia Rock Star: John Francis Hugh Thompson

With a diverse and dedicated mining career, John Thompson talks about his successes and changes in the industry

by Jessica Kirby
Galena silver-lead-zinc.
Minerals, British Columbia Well over a century and counting

Brian Mills and the Genex Mining Co. continue a family legacy of mining in Silverton, B.C.

by Galadriel Watson
Catharine Farrow - TMAC Resources Inc
Mines, Ontario Check-up with the rock doctor

How to run a company like a boss.

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Michel de Spot (in cap) at the SunMine groundbreaking ceremony.
Sustainability & environment, Technology, British Columbia SunMine engineer thinks the future looks bright—and green

In recognition of his role as principal engineer of the SunMine, Michel de Spot was presented with a National Award from Engineers Canada.

by Kevin Miller
A head shot of Bob Joseph
Education, First Nations, Global Bob Joseph on resources, respect and relationships with Aboriginal Peoples

Bob Joseph founded Indigenous Corporate Training Inc. to help indigenous and non-indigenous people develop effective working relationships

by Kylie Williams
Lamarre stands beside a mucking machine, an underground mining vehicle for hauling ore, at the entrance to the Thompson Creek molybdenum mine near Challis, Idaho, in 1976.
Mines, Global Albert Lamarre—geologist, author and all-around adventurer

Albert Lamarre has been bombed and abandoned and has stared death in the face more than once—all in a day’s work.

by Jessica Kirby
John McVey, CEO Procon.
Mines, Global, Saskatchewan New Procon CEO John McVey is ready to tackle Canada’s toughest mining challenges

John McVey has been recently-appointed CEO of Procon, a small, full-service provider of start-to-finish industrial solutions for the Canadian mining industry

by Kevin Miller
Mapping project in Mexico.
Exploration, British Columbia, Global David Rhys, structural geologist, makes his way in the mining industry on his own terms

Grateful for his specialized field and a vast network of clients, Rhys leverages his global experience and eye for science to achieve success

by Jessica Kirby
Garth Kirkham created his own consulting business, Kirkham Geosystems.
British Columbia Garth Kirkham rides each wave of Canada’s mining industry

Kirkham’s credibility, work ethic and go-getter attitude led him to the biggest award of his life: The CJ Westerman Memorial Award

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Alicia Woods, General manager of Marcotte Mining standing holding a sign that says
Mines, Products & equipment, Ontario Alicia Woods appointed general manager at Marcotte Mining

Alicia Woods is an entrepreneur and the general manager of the Sudbury company her father and uncles founded.

by Kevin Miller
Jim Bamburak in the field.
Minerals, Manitoba For geologist Jim Bamburak, the prairies rock

Bamburak and his colleague Mark Pacey have shot a series of videos to help people to learn about the geology of Manitoba.

by Kevin Miller
A close-up photo of Betty-Ann Heggie.
Women guiding women in the workforce

Helping women harness their potential in male-dominated workplaces.

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Gordon Bogden, CEO of Alloycorp, brings 23 years as an investment banker to the mining industry.
Gordon Bogden looks to the future for opportunities to innovate in a changing industry

Gordon Bogden, CEO of Alloycorp Mining, Inc., looks to the future for opportunities to innovate in a changing industry

by Jessica Kirby
Darin Labrenz.
Gold still glitters for geologist Labrenz

“Geologists are eternal optimists,” said Darin Labrenz. “We always think the next great discovery is the project we’re working on."

by Kevin Miller
Jim Currie.
Jim Currie is co-winner of the E. A. Scholz Award

Currie wins AME BC's excellence in mine development award for his work on the New Afton Mine.

by Peter Caulfield
Mari-Ann Green
Mines Vancouver woman elected president of American Exploration and Mining Association

Mari-Ann Green is the first Canadian to head the U.S.-based mining organization.

by Peter Caulfield
Peter Ogryzlo
Minerals, British Columbia Geology brings “a life of endless adventure”

Peter Ogryzlo receives the 2015 H. H. “Spud” Huestis Award for Excellence in Prospecting and Mineral Exploration

by Kevin Miller

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