The World’s Premier Mineral Exploration & Mining Convention is the leading event for people, companies and organizations connected to mineral exploration.

The annual award winning PDAC Convention in Toronto, Canada brings together up to 30,000 attendees from over 130+ countries for its educational programming, networking events, business opportunities and fun.
  • DATES
    The Convention takes place
    Sunday, March 1 to Wednesday, March 4, 2026
  • LOCATIONS
    Metro Convention Centre (MTCC)
    Fairmont Royal York Hotel
Read about key dates and deadlines, and other venue details.
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Don't miss out on the biggest and best event of the year! View our fee and pass info, policies, and more.

Registration will open in December.

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International Attendees

International Attendees

Find information relevant to international attendees here, including the application process for International Invitation Letters.

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Hotels

PDAC 2026 partner hotel rates will be posted in summer 2024.

Book directly with your hotel(s) of choice using the links providedPDAC does not manage hotel reservations and does NOT use 3rd party housing bureaus.

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Transportation

There are many ways to get to PDAC Convention.
Choose the option that best suits your travel plans and take advantage of discounts.

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Things to do in Toronto

Toronto is proud to welcome PDAC Convention back to the city! With exciting attractions, live performances, major league sports and festivals throughout the year, you'll never run out of things to do in Toronto.

A list of the most commonly asked questions. If you cannot find the answer to your question, contact us at [email protected]

PDAC 2026 will take place in person in Toronto from Sunday, March 1 - Wednesday, March 4.

PDAC 2026 will take place in person in Toronto from Sunday, March 1 - Wednesday, March 4.

Investors, financiers, banking executives, fund managers, brokers, analysts, lawyers, mining developers, exploration managers, prospectors, geoscientists, students, government officials from around the world.

As the world's largest mineral exploration and mining event, PDAC welcomes hundreds of media professionals to Toronto each year. If you are interested in covering the convention, please apply for media accreditation to receive a complimentary all-access pass. Also, visit the Media Partnership page to learn about cross marketing opportunities.

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Important details in relation to health and safety, sustainability, and our code of conduct can be found here.

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PDAC is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all attendees. We strive to provide an event that is welcoming, accommodating, and supportive of diverse accessibility needs.

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View statistics, a photo gallery, and more from our most recent PDAC Convention! Relive the excitement.

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Immerse yourself in the rich history of PDAC Conventions through our extensive collection of statistics and captivating photo galleries from past years.
OR navigate the archived PDAC 2025 website to locate the schedule, exhibitor directory and more from our most recent convention!