Opening Plenary | Monday May 4 | 8:30 | Ballroom B
Our Mining Moment
CIM CONNECT 2026 opens with a high‑impact plenary featuring some of the most influential leaders in Canadian mining.
Global demand, commodity prices, and the race for critical minerals are redefining Canada’s mining sector. As supply-chain security and geopolitical uncertainty sharpen focus on reliable producers, Canada has an enormous opportunity.
This plenary will examine the forces at play—the commodities cycle, capital markets, national defence and sovereignty, Indigenous involvement—and what they mean for Canada’s competitive edge.
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Panelists
Jonathan Price
President & CEO
Teck Resources Limited
Jonathan Price was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Teck Resources Limited on November 1, 2023, and has been a member of Teck Resources Limited’s Board of Directors since July 26, 2022.
Randy Smallwood
Non-Executive Board Chair
Wheaton Precious Metals
Randy Smallwood is the Non-Executive Board Chair of Wheaton Precious Metals, one of the world’s largest precious metals streaming companies. A founding member of the company, he has been a driving force behind its growth and success.
Catherine McLeod-Seltzer
2026 Canadian Mining Hall of Fame Inductee
A highly respected leader in the mining industry, Catherine McLeod-Seltzer has over 35 years of experience building successful mineral companies. Catherine is a director of Teck Resources Limited.
Adam Lundin
Chair
Lundin Mining Corporation
Adam Lundin brings extensive experience in capital markets and public company management across the natural resources sector. His background spans oil and gas and mining investment advisory, international finance, and executive leadership.
Moderator
Lucy Potter
General Manager
Rio Tinto’s Commercial Group
Lucy Potter is a General Manager within Rio Tinto’s Commercial group, where she supports technical assurance and enterprise risk to enable safe, sustainable production and optimized commercial outcomes.