Short Courses are in-depth educational sessions led by presenters with expertise in a variety of different subject matters. They range from a half day to two full days in length. 

Need professional development hours to maintain your professional designation? PDAC will provide a badge of completion to help you meet your requirement.

PDAC 2026 Short Course application is now open

For more information on Short Courses, contact:

Sarah Nazar
416 362 1969 ext. 291

For registration assistance, contact:

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Register for a Short Course
Sessions
Friday,
February 28 Fri,
Feb 28
Saturday,
March 1 Sat,
Mar 1
Sunday,
March 2 Sun,
Mar 2
Airborne electromagnetic interpretation for geologists
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Lithium pegmatites: Geology and exploration for critical metals
9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Using dynamic DCF and real options to assess the value and risk of mining investments
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
ESG in exploration: Embedding good practice for tangible positive outcomes
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Integration of aeromagnetics and geology
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hydrothermal alteration and vectoring to ore in porphyry copper-gold environments
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Know your risks: Leadership in exploration health and safety
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
A practical guide to investor relations for junior exploration companies
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.