An important and well-established event is coming back for the 14th year.
The Ontario Critical Minerals Forum on November 18-19 in downtown Toronto will bring together mining executives, investors, Indigenous leaders, and government stakeholders to explore strategies for advancing Ontario’s position in the global critical minerals market.
“With a focus on financing models, infrastructure development, and Indigenous-led partnerships, the Forum will deliver timely insight into building a competitive, resilient, and inclusive critical minerals value chain in Ontario,” explained Andrew Slavin of Energy and Mines.
He added, “The annual Energy and Mines Toronto event is a well established and trusted platform for advancing conversations and developing projects in mining and energy transition.
“This year's event will focus on the pressing challenges and strategic opportunities in scaling Ontario’s critical minerals sector,” Slavin finished.
Held at the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, the Ontario Critical Minerals Forum will bring together those invested and involved in the sector to have meaningful and informational conversations and advance goals.
“As global demand for critical minerals continues to rise, Ontario has a unique opportunity to position itself as a leading player in their supply,” explained Slavin. “However, realizing this potential requires addressing key challenges, including permitting delays, project bankability, infrastructure gaps, and meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities.”
Expert Speakers at this year’s forum include:
- Hon. Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation and Minister Responsible for Ring of Fire, Government of Ontario;
- Hon. Stephen Lecce Minister of Energy and Mines, Government of Ontario;
- Cornelius Wabasse, Chief, Webequie First Nation;
- Jason Batise, Executive Director, Wabun Tribal Council;
- Marie-Elise Maurice, Director, Critical Minerals Infrastructure and Regional Strategies, Natural Resources Canada, Government of Canada;
- and many more.
There are over 50 expert speakers in the field attending this key event.
Attendees should include those involved in mining companies, mining project finance, utilities, government, processing and refining, and Indigenous economic development.
“The Ontario Critical Minerals Forum will convene key stakeholders under one roof to foster the relationships needed to develop inclusive, profitable, and world-class critical minerals projects,” finished Slavin.
To register for this important two-day event, visit the website.
