Services Onsite

The centres offer photocopying, faxing, printing documents, courier via FedEx, long distance calling cards, etc. (pricing is done on site).

Locations and hours:

• South Building
  Level 800, outside the entrance to Hall D

  Friday, Feb. 28              8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 

  Saturday, March 1        Closed

  Sunday, March 2          10 a.m.-5 p.m. 

  Monday, March 3         8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 

  Tuesday, March 4         8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 

  Wednesday, March 5    8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 

   

• North Building
  Level 300, outside Hall C

  Friday, Feb. 28              8 a.m.-4 p.m. 

  Saturday, March 1        10 a.m.-6 p.m. 

  Sunday, March 2           8 a.m.-2 p.m. 

  Monday, March 3          8 a.m.-4 p.m. 

  Tuesday, March 4          8 a.m.-4 p.m. 

  Wednesday, March 5    8 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Coat Checks are available onsite in both the South and North Buildings, Sunday through Wednesday.

Locations and hours: 

• South Building
  Level 500, Room 501

  Sunday, March 2           7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

  Monday, March 3          7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

  Tuesday, March 4          7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

  Wednesday, March 5    7 a.m.-1 p.m. 
   

• North Building
  Level 100, near Rooms 103 & 104

  Sunday, March 2           7 a.m.-9 p.m. 

  Monday, March 3          7 a.m.-9 p.m. 

  Tuesday, March 4          7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

  Wednesday, March 5    7 a.m.-1 p.m. 

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Location:
Trade Show North, Booth 6134N

Hours:

All Access and Exhibitor Staff Pass holders will receive a complimentary ticket with their badge.

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Attendee Wi-Fi is available in MTCC North & South Building meeting rooms & pre-function areas (limited access in the exhibit halls)

Password: pdac2025

Setting up Wi-Fi Access

(VPN not available)

1. Set SSID / Network Name to PDAC2025
2. Enter WPA2 security code / network password
   pdac2025 (lowercase) - required on first login
3. Click on your web browser icon
   (e.g Internet Explorer, Safari, Chrome, etc.)
4. Ensure web browser is pointed at a public web page
   that is not "https:" (e.g http://www.pdac.ca)
5. Wireless Login page will appear
6. Click the Continue button (required once a day)

If you fail to connect please check the following

• Disable any Proxy Settings for internet browser
• Ensure your web browser is pointed at a public web page
  that is not "https:" (e.g. http:www.pdac.ca)

Chill and Charge Lounge

Location: Level 800, Trade Show South 

Looking to recharge your devices and stay connected while networking and exploring the exhibit hall? Equipped with a variety of charging stations compatible with all types of devices, the lounge offers a convenient and comfortable environment for visitors to take a break and power up. 

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Investment Hub lounge

Location: Level 800, Investors Exchange

This new addition to the Investors Exchange show floor is located in the Investment Hub beside the Investment Hub theatre that will house the Investment Leaders Forum and Corporate Presentation Forum for Investors (CPFI) presentations. Continue your investment conversations in this welcoming lounge.

 

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Lease Bonus Lounge

Location: Level 800, Investors Exchange

Lease Bonus Lounge is a great place to get off your feet and take a break!

Northern Lights Learning Hub

Location: Level 300, Trade Show North

This new addition to the Trade Show North will host important segments of programming, such as the Exhibitor Spotlight presentations, as well as Master Class Series sessions. Attendees are welcome to stay between sessions as the space will be used as a casual lounge for seating while visiting the many exhibits in the Trade Show North.

 

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Recharge Hub

Location: Level 700, outside Room 718

Want to relax and recharge? Visit the Recharge Hub equipped with charging tables to charge your mobile device. A great location to unwind or meet with colleagues and peers.

Relaxation Station

Location: Level 800, Investors Exchange

Looking for a spot to unwind and kick back? Check out our Relaxation Station, booth 3304. With self-serve massage chairs and comfy ottomans, this lounge is the perfect place to take a break.

Talent Lounge

Location: Level 300, Trade Show North

Are you a student, someone early in your career journey or someone with 15 years' experience? This is an open and inclusive space to learn about Rio Tinto’s values. The Talent lounge is a resource for all attendees to get a sense of career paths, with comprehensive information, showcasing work life, the expertise, programs, and professional journey at Rio Tinto.

 

 

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VIP Lounge

Location: Level 600, Room 602 (new location)

Hours: 

Sunday	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Monday	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday	8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday	8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Only VIP All Access Pass holders have access to this private and exclusive lounge.

While in the lounge, take advantage of:

• A dedicated registration desk
• Attendants providing business services
• Daily continental breakfast, morning and afternoon coffee breaks, and a light lunch
• Seven (7) complimentary, semi-private meeting rooms for up to 10 people. Each room comes with one power outlet.

VIP Pass holders were sent the online booking link for meeting space on February 10, 2025. Non-VIP attendees will be permitted in the meeting rooms ONLY.

 

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Scroll down to see the various meeting room options.

South Meeting Space

Location: Level 800, Room 803

Hours:

Free semi-private meeting rooms are available for one-hour bookings per day per attendee. Each room can fit up to 10 people maximum and includes one power outlet. 

All meeting guests must have a PDAC 2025 Convention pass to enter the meeting area.

Online booking is now available. Reserve a room using your computer or mobile device. 

If you need additional space above the 1-hour per day, contact the attendant at [email protected]. Requests will be approved if space permits.

An attendant will be onsite to accept walk-in reservations on a first-come, first-served basis beginning Sunday, March 2 at 9 a.m.

For more information about South Meeting Place, please email [email protected].

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North Meeting Space

Location: Level 200, Room 201 (new location)

Hours:

Free semi-private meeting rooms are available for one-hour bookings per day per attendee. Each room can fit up to 10 people maximum and includes one power outlet. 

Online booking is now available. Reserve a room using your computer or mobile device.

If you need additional space above the 1-hour per day contact the attendant at [email protected]. Requests will be approved if space permits.

An attendant will be onsite to accept walk-in reservations on a first-come, first-served basis beginning Sunday, March 2 at 9 a.m.

For more information about the North Meeting Space, please email [email protected].

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VIP Meeting Space & Lounge 

Location: Level 600, Room 602 (new location)

Hours: 

Only VIP All Access Pass holders have access to this private and exclusive lounge and meeting space.

There are seven (7) semi-private, complimentary meeting rooms. Each room can fit up to a maximum of 10 people and includes a power outlet. 

VIP Pass holders were sent the online booking link for meeting space on February 10. Non-VIP attendees will be permitted in the meeting rooms ONLY.

Find out more about the lounge here.

Find out more about VIP All Access Pass inclusions and fees here.

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An on-site Nurse’s station staffed by Registered Nurses can assist immediate access to medical care, if required, and can also administer over-the counter and prescribed medications. The station is stocked with AED defibrillators. The nurse’s station also offers privacy for breastfeeding or lactation with a fridge, sink and electrical outlets if needed.

North Building, Level 200 : West pre-function space directly across from room 203D

Friday, Feb. 28              8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday, March 1        8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sunday, March 2           7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 

Monday, March 3          7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 

Tuesday, March 4           7 a.m.-5:30 p.m.  

Wednesday, March 5      8 a.m.-8 p.m. 

Food concessions will be open and available to attendees. MTCC food vendors use a cashless payment system. Debit and credit cards will be the only form of payment available.

GF = Gluten Friendly       V = Vegetarian

South Building, Level 800

Food Pavilion (Hall D & Foyer)

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Hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, pastries, prepackaged snacks, salads, pizza, crepes, sushi, gyro, falafel, and grilled items. (GF, V). Large seating area for attendees.

Hours of Operation:
Sunday-Tuesday: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. (limited vendors open)

South32 Café and Lounge (outside Hall G)

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Hot and cold beverages, pastries, and prepackaged snacks. (GF, V)  
Seating area for attendees.

Hours of Operation
Sunday-Tuesday: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

South Building, Level 700

700 Café & Lounge (Foyer)

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Hot and cold beverages, including specialty coffee, sandwiches, pastries, and prepackaged snacks. (GF, V). Small seating area for attendees.

Hours of Operation
Sunday-Tuesday: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

North Building, Trade Show North

North Eatery (South end of Hall B)

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Hot and cold beverages, sandwiches, salads, freshly baked items, prepackaged grab and go items including sushi, and a new vendor selling Korean street food. (GF, V). Seating area for attendees.

Hours of Operation
Sunday-Tuesday: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

North/South Buildings

Water Dispensers (Common Areas)

• South Building (Levels 600, 700, 800)
• North Building (Levels 100, 200)

For your convenience, water dispensers are available in the common areas for you to fill up your reusable containers.

PDAC is introducing attendants in most sessions on Level 700 to assist with seating and room capacity limits to ensure compliance with fire regulations. All rooms have limited capacity so please plan to arrive early to secure a seat. Accessible seating is available. Please identify yourself to staff at the door for access.

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Enjoy a complimentary shoe shine in between your business meetings.

Location:
Trade Show, Booth 2405

All Access and Exhibitor Staff Pass holders will receive a ticket with their badge.

South Building, Level 800, Prefunction

Dates and Times:
Sunday-Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Discount prices for PDAC attendees!

The Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME) is back with their bookstore. Take advantage of show pricing from the most prestigious book publisher in the industry. Sales are in USD.

Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) will be provided for all programming and Short Courses in the South Building. ASR uses artificial intelligence technology to process human speech into readable text. Available on your personal device for real-time translation of sessions into over 130 languages.

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Fill up your water bottle at one of the three water stations located on the show floor.

Locations:

• Investors Exchange, Booth 3218
• Trade Show, Booth 1445
• Trade Show North, Booth 7734N