The CIM Convention + Expo is a line-up of expertly-led short courses, three full days of technical presentations divided into different and innovative themes, great networking opportunities, a complete student / young leaders program, and a world-renowned trade show. The Expo, Canada’s premier mining trade show, features hundreds of companies showcasing the latest in mining equipment, tools, technology, services and products. You will not want to miss out on Canada’s leading mining marketplace.

NORCAT, the global “one-stop shop” for all that is the future of mining technology and innovation, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of Mining Transformed, the world’s only technology exhibition in an underground operating mine. Mining Transformed 2026 promises a one-of-a-kind, immersive experience for exhibitors and visitors, offering unprecedented access to live, hands-on demonstrations of technologies that are redefining the global mining industry. Hosted by NORCAT, the event is designed to connect the “builders” of innovation with the “buyers” looking to implement cutting-edge solutions in real-world operations.

THE Event – Canada’s Only Tier I Global Mining Investment Conference, is held annually in Québec City. The invitation-only conference hosts over 100 participating mining companies and facilitates privately arranged meetings between mining companies, international investors, and various mining government authorities. THE Event is committed to promoting sustainability in the mining industry via education and innovation through its unique student sponsorship and SHE-Co initiatives. THE Event highlights sustainability, diversity, and equality issues and provides a platform to hear from some of the most influential thought leaders in the sector. 

Critical Minerals for Defence (June 9–10, 2026, Toronto) brings together defence leaders, mining executives, investors, and government to examine how NATO targets, allied procurement and security priorities are reshaping demand, financing, and processing for critical minerals — and how Canadian projects can integrate into trusted defence supply chains

Canada’s national energy exhibition and conference brings technology, innovation, and the transfer of knowledge under one roof. Hosting five halls of exhibition space, two conferences, and an awards gala, Global Energy Show Canada fosters innovation, leadership, and synergy between all energy verticals within three fully-packed days.

The 2026 Canadian Mining Expo kicks off on June 9th  with the Gala Dinner & awards night, followed by the Trade Show on June 10th – 11th at the McIntyre Complex in Timmins, Ontario. With over 400 exhibits, this event will showcase the latest innovations, products, and services in the mining industry. The Expo will also feature key conferences, including the First Nations Forum, and the Projects in the Pipeline series. Job seekers can explore career and training opportunities and submit their resumes to participating companies.

The Annual Conference of Metallurgy and Materials (COM) brings together metallurgists and materials scientists from around the world. Professionals, academics, and students present their research and network with others in their field. COM is the perfect place to meet others and join the community. COM also organizes short courses and plant tours for attendees who want to dive deeper into a specific topic. 

The CMA annual conference and exhibition provides an opportunity for analysts, technical staff, and managers to exchange information and to develop lasting and meaningful contacts with their colleagues in the mining and exploration industry. The conference will showcase the latest innovations in analytical equipment and technologies, quality controls, and lab best practices. In addition to networking events, courses and technical sessions, the 2026 event will include tours such as: a potash mine, Canada’s only synchrotron at the Canadian Light Source, and the Saskatchewan Research Council’s labs and facilities.

The 2026 ISSA Mining Safety Conference (September 22–24, 2026, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) is the premier international forum on health, safety, and well-being in mining. Bringing together professionals, operators, regulators, and researchers, the event explores innovations and strategies for safer mining, hosted by CIM, HSS, ISSA Mining, SMA, and WCB Saskatchewan.   

The Coal Association of Canada (CAC) will be holding its annual conference September 30 to October 2, 2026, at the Pan Pacific Hotel Vancouver, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Details on the agenda and speakers, social events, sponsorship opportunities and the link to register will be available in the spring!

The New Brunswick Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development invites you to participate in the 50^th annual Exploration, Mining and Petroleum Conference being held at the Delta Hotel in Fredericton on October 25 to 27, 2026. Keep your calendar open for this great opportunity to network with representatives from the mineral industry (consultants, exploration geoscientists, producers, service companies, and prospectors), university, and government personnel (municipal, provincial, and federal). We look forward to seeing everyone in October!

MRMR 2026 (the Mineral Resource and Mineral Reserve Conference), November 3-6, 2026, in Montréal, QC), brings together experts who define, evaluate, and report the world’s mineral resources and reserves. This CIM-led conference unites industry, government, investors, and regulators to advance reliable, transparent reporting through innovation, integration, and collaboration.   

Mining & Critical Minerals Canada Conference and Exhibition is a premier international commodities, critical minerals, mining investment, clean energy, and low-carbon technologies conference & exhibition in Toronto, Ontario. With over 200 senior-level executives from across the entire mineral resources value chain expected over November 9-10, it will be two days of partnering, networking, and business matching over formal and informal settings. 

MiningTech North America Conference and Expo is firmly established as the international mining technology, innovation, AI, digital transformation & clean energy exhibition, bringing together the entire mineral resources value chain to Vancouver, BC. Held at Vancouver Convention Centre from November 16-18, the event will showcase how technology is fuelling the mining revolution in exploration, excavation, material handling, concentration and refining, energy storage and use, logistics, and recycling. Expect over 900 attendees as we spotlight the crucial role technology plays in mining and learn how to successfully implement these ideas into your projects and build the future of the mining industry in North America and beyond.

Québec Mines + Énergie is an event of synergy and exchange of scientific knowledge related to the mining and energy sectors. Its high-calibre program includes training, conferences and networking opportunities intended to enrich your knowledge. The pooling of different types of expertise increases opportunities for new avenues.

The Ontario Critical Minerals Forum (November 24–25, 2026, Toronto) will convene mining leaders, investors, Indigenous partners, and policymakers to explore financing, infrastructure, permitting, and partnership strategies critical to scaling Ontario’s supply chain. The inaugural edition in 2025 sold out, underscoring large, strong sector interest.