Our Mining Moment: Strategic Growth and Sustainable Operations
Vancouver, BC
May 3-6, 2026
Join global mining professionals in Vancouver for the 100th anniversary of the CIM Expo — and the year’s most anticipated international mining convention.
Join the Premier Gathering for Mining’s Future
CIM CONNECT 2026, under the theme Our Mining Moment: Strategic Growth and Sustainable Operations, is where the global mining community comes together to shape the future. Here ideas, innovation, and leadership meet to advance responsible resource development and strengthen Canada’s role on the world stage. Connect with thousands of professionals from across the value chain — from operators and engineers to researchers, suppliers, and policy leaders. Explore practical advances in automation, electrification, and digital mining. Experience the energy of the CIM Expo as it celebrates its 100th anniversary and continues to drive the industry forward.
Main Stage Events
Our Mining Moment
Opening Plenary
Monday May 4 | 8:30 | Ballroom B
On the first morning, we will explore how Canada’s mining industry stands at a pivotal crossroads—driven by the global race for critical minerals, evolving technologies, and increasing expectations for sustainable development. This plenary will launch the conference with vision, clarity, and forward-looking dialogue.
MODERATOR
Lucy Potter
General Manager, Technical
Rio Tinto
Sponsored by:
Strategic Growth
Tuesday General Panel
Tuesday May 5 | 8:30 | Ballroom B
In a landscape shaped by shifting markets and rising global demand for critical minerals, this panel discussion will explore how leaders are redefining growth for a new era.
MODERATOR
Julie Ann Wriston
Director, Indigenous Relations
Nutrien
Sponsored by:
Sustainable Operations
Wednesday General Panel
Wednesday May 6 | 8:30 | Ballroom B
With rising expectations from communities, regulators, and investors, this panel will explore how leading companies are transforming their practices to build a more sustainable future.
MODERATOR
Lesley Warren
Director, Mining Futures
Professor, Civil and Mineral Engineering, University of Toronto
Sponsored by:
The Future of Mining Technology — From Innovation to Operational Excellence
Wednesday Lunch with Guest Speakers
Wednesday May 6 | 12:00 | Ballroom B
At a time when operators demand both efficiency and safer environments, senior leaders from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Sandvik will discuss how to scale and integrate technology to drive consistent performance for data driven decision making and reliability.
MODERATOR
John Rhind
President & CEO
Rhind Management Ltd.
Sponsored by:
Featured
Earn Professional Development (CPD) Hours
Up to 16.25 eligible Professional Development (CPD) hours per attendee for the Technical Program, and up to 16.0 eligible CPD hours per attendee for Short Courses. Certificate of Attendance with participation hours will be issued after the conference. Please note: final acceptance of CPD hours is determined by the attendee’s professional regulator or employer.
What Did People Say About CONNECT 2025
"CIM CONNECT is the place to grow your network and both contribute to and learn about how the future is unfolding in the mining, processing, and petroleum industries."
Mathieu Bergeron
Sustainability Business Partner, Rio Tinto
"I always enjoy the networking aspects of the show as it is the best in the industry with a worldwide participation of a host of companies displaying their services to this exciting industry. Technology is advancing so fast that to keep up just by the internet alone is not enough, the old-fashioned way of face-to-face talking about the new tech is the best form of communication. Thanks, CIM for this great all-encompassing show"
Brent Hemingway
Consulting Geologist B.Sc FGAC DBM
"The CIM Convention is always an invaluable venue for meeting peers and exchanging ideas - a critical component of advancing our industry."
Mark Richards
Doiran Consulting
2025 Convention In Numbers
The 2025 CIM Convention in Montréal was a landmark event, achieving remarkable success in terms of both participation and global representation.
- 7,606Total Participants
- 1,569Delegates
- 600+Exhibiting Companies
- 50Participating Countries