Reminder List: PDAC 2025 Volunteer Application
The application to volunteer at PDAC 2025 will open in fall 2024. If you'd like to be notified when the application opens,
please click here to add yourself to the reminder list.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
PDAC’s annual Convention is the world’s premier meeting of mineral explorationists, developers, investors, corporate and investment bankers, financiers, analysts and government representatives.
The Convention offers volunteers the opportunity to exchange their time for a complimentary All Access Pass to the convention. In addition, volunteers receive volunteer apparel, food vouchers, a gift card and a certificate of participation.
Make an impression, build on your knowledge and develop your network! The world renowned PDAC Convention offers volunteers a unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals.
Note: All international volunteers will require proper documentation to travel to Canada. For more information on International Invitation Letters and travel requirements, please click here.
Position requirements:
As a PDAC volunteer, you will be assigned two shifts, each 4 hours in length, between Sunday, March 2 and Wednesday, March 5. To participate, you must be available to attend a two-hour orientation session on Saturday, March 1 or Sunday, March 2.
Once confirmed, volunteers must also complete the free online AODA training module, Customer Service Standard training. The purpose of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) is to develop, implement, and enforce accessibility standards, so that all Ontarians will benefit from accessible services, programs, and employment. AODA training provides basic knowledge about accessibility and how it impacts people with disabilities. Training is mandatory for all staff and volunteers and will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. More information will be sent to confirmed volunteers.
Position overview - Convention Ambassador:
Volunteers will greet attendees and assist in navigating the convention. You must be comfortable with:
- Standing for long periods of time
- Operating mobile devices to assist attendees with PDAC's mobile responsive website
- Approaching attendees and offering to help
- Providing information and directions in English