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PDAC is the leading voice of the mineral exploration and development community, an industry that employs more than 664,000 individuals, and contributed $132 billion to Canada's GDP in 2021. Currently representing over 7,800 members around the world, PDAC's work centers on supporting a competitive, responsible, and sustainable mineral sector.
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As the voice of mineral exploration and development in Canada, PDAC works with its members, partners and stakeholders to support a competitive and responsible sector.
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Access to Capital

Exploration is the riskiest stage of the mineral development cycle, as only 1 out 10,000 identified mineral prospects will lead to a new mine. As a result, attracting capital to help finance exploration projects can be challenging. PDAC undertakes a wide range of activities to help companies finance mineral exploration in Canada and abroad.

 

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To support a competitive and responsible industry, PDAC undertakes a variety of advocacy and member services work.

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Health & Safety

At PDAC, responsible exploration is a top priority, and the Health & Safety (H&S) Program plays a crucial role in achieving this mission. Designed to enhance the safety practices of companies exploring in Canada, the program aims to build capacity and drive progress toward the ultimate goal of zero harm. 

Through a combination of initiatives, including an annual health and safety survey, a dedicated short course at the PDAC Convention, and ongoing outreach at industry conferences, the H&S Program is a comprehensive resource for fostering a safer exploration environment.

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Indigenous Affairs

The PDAC Indigenous Affairs Program works to support the development of positive relationships between communities and mineral exploration and mining companies, as well as increased participation by Indigenous Peoples in the economic opportunities generated by the mineral industry.

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International Affairs

Canadian companies now explore and mine around the world, with Canadian Mining Assets Abroad (CMAA) totaling over $170 billion in 2015, in 102 countries. This accounts for two-thirds of all mining assets owned by Canadian companies. Canadian-headquartered companies regularly account for the largest portion of global nonferrous mineral exploration budgets (approximately 30% in 2016).

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Sustainability

Responsible exploration is about behavioural change. PDAC's efforts to improve industry performance are aimed at catalyzing change by supporting members in their environmental, social and governance capabilities, and helping companies maximize the contribution that the mineral industry can make to sustainable development around the world.

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Regulatory Submissions

Our Advocacy takes on variety of forms, including direct engagement with various government ministries, standing committees and regulatory agencies, as well as responding to public consultations. 

We represent over
7,800
members around
the world.
There are two distinct types of 
membership: Individual and Corporate.
  • Discounted rates on convention exhibits, registration & short courses
  • Exclusive networking events
  • Specially designed insurance programs
  • Access to industry research, reports and toolkits
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Leveraging our initiatives to attract and support students and early career individuals to pursue a career in the exploration and development industry.

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