A celebration of the economic and employment
opportunities in Newfoundland and Labrador's mining industry is part of
this year's provincial Mining Week which runs from October 31 to
November 6. The Honourable Kathy Dunderdale, Minister of Natural
Resources, will be joined by industry partners at the Johnson GEO CENTRE
in St. John's on Monday, November 1, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. to officially
kick off the week.
"The mining industry makes a vital contribution to our
provincial economy and to many residents and communities throughout
Newfoundland and Labrador where mining operations are centred," said
Minister Dunderdale. "Our government wants to ensure that the people of
Newfoundland and Labrador are aware of this industry's value and the
benefits we derive from the development of our mineral resources.
Provincial Mining Week allows us to come together with our partners to
educate people about the industry, the career possibilities available
and the range of products produced right here."
"Last year's provincial Mining Week was a great
success and we envision the same response for 2010," said Bruce
Dumville, President and Chief Executive Officer of Aurora Energy
Resources Incorporated and Honourary Chair of provincial Mining Week.
"Provincial Mining Week is a wonderful opportunity to increase greater
public awareness and understanding of the industry. I encourage everyone
to take part in the activities planned for the week and learn more about
the contributions of the mining sector here in Newfoundland and
Labrador."
Provincial Mining Week gets underway with the
three-day Mining in Society Show at the Johnson GEO CENTRE. The show is
presented by the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum,
the Newfoundland and Labrador Chamber of Mineral Resources and the
Department of Natural Resources. Visitors are encouraged to participate
in a variety of interactive displays and exhibits that explore the
mining cycle and its importance in everyday life. The show is open to
the public and admission is free. In conjunction with the Mining in
Society Show, a Women in Mining forum will also be held. The forum will
feature female panelists currently employed with the industry.
Provincial Mining Week concludes with Mineral
Resources Review, Eastern Canada's largest mineral industry conference
and trade show, happening at the Delta St. John's Hotel and Conference
Centre. Mineral Resources Review runs from November 4 to November 6 with
approximately 600 delegates expected to attend. The conference will
include a technical program with numerous presentations, an exhibitor's
reception and the closing annual awards dinner and dance.
Other events taking place during the conference are
the Prospectors' and Developers' Association of Canada Mining Matters
workshops for educators which will present Earth Science educational
resources that can be readily used in the classroom and a free public
lecture by the department's Geological Survey, entitled
The Lore and Allure of Diamonds.
See the backgrounder below for a full calendar of
events.
"As the global demand for our minerals grows and
prices rise, we believe this will sustain the long-term health of the
province's mining industry," said George Ogilvie, President and Chief
Executive Officer of Rambler Metals and Mining PLC and Chair of the
Newfoundland and Labrador Chamber of Mineral Resources. "This year's
program for Mineral Resources Review will showcase the exciting
opportunities that lie ahead for Newfoundland and Labrador and provide
important networking opportunities for our local companies."
Budget 2010:
The Right Investments — For Our
Children and Our Future
continues to focus on increased exploration,
promotion and investment of the province's resources. An investment of
$235,000 will assist with the development of Newfoundland and Labrador's
first-ever provincial Minerals Strategy.
For further information, visit
www.nr.gov.nl.ca/nr/miningweek10/.
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Johnson GEO CENTRE
175 Signal Hill Road
Show Hours:
Sunday, October 31: 2:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Monday, November 1: 9:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 2: 9:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.
Women in Mining Forum
Johnson GEO CENTRE
175 Signal Hill Road
Celestial Gallery
Tuesday, November 2: 11:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
The Geological Survey of Newfoundland and Labrador's
Annual Public Lecture
The Lore and Allure of Diamonds, Dr. Hamish Sandeman
Delta St. John's Hotel and Conference Centre
Salon B
Thursday, November 4: 7:30 p.m.
Prospectors' and Developers' Association of Canada
Mining Matters Teacher Workshops
Delta St. John's Hotel and Conference Centre
Brownsdale Room
Friday, November 5: 8:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m.
Mineral Resources Review 2010
Delta St. John's Hotel and Conference Centre
Thursday, November 4 - Saturday, November 6
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9:50 a.m.