AME - Association for Mineral Exploration

06/09/2026

Excellent couple of days in Ottawa talking to decision makers about the need to spur on the next round of critical mineral projects.

One of the most impactful steps the federal government can take is to change the allowable expenses under the Canadian Exploration Expenditure (CEE) to include engineering and feasibility costs.

Why does this matter?

Because these costs are essential to accelerating promising projects towards production.

Supporting this next phase of work would help unlock investment, expedite critical and defence mineral projects, strengthen Canada’s economic and national security, and reinforce our role as a trusted supplier of these materials to allies around the world.

AME and our members have long called for this, and we will be relentless in our efforts until this is pushed over the finish line. Together we can get this done!

06/07/2026

A productive day in Victoria advocating for the future of mineral exploration in British Columbia. 🇨🇦⛏️ 🏔️

I appreciated the opportunity to present to the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services at the BC Legislature and to connect with members of the press gallery, Keith Baldrey and Rob Shaw

Our message was straightforward: if BC wants to attract investment, create jobs, and help meet growing global demand for critical minerals, we need to address the challenges facing the exploration sector today.

Key priorities include:
⛏️Faster and more predictable permitting timelines
⛏️Improved access to land for exploration activities
⛏️Greater certainty around DRIPA

Exploration today creates the mines of tomorrow. The decisions we make now will determine whether British Columbia fully captures the economic opportunity for generations.

06/03/2026

Canada is not for sale. Full stop.🇨🇦

But standing up for Canada means more than words are required - it means action.

Mineral explorers are more than ready to meet the moment. They’re the first step in finding and developing the mines that will define Canada’s economic future and our sovereignty. That work has never mattered more.

Here’s my message to Canadian policy makers: Back our explorers. Support policies that enable explorers to do what they do best this summer - explore! ⛏️ 🏔️

06/03/2026

05/11/2026

Join us this Thursday for a spring refresher webinar designed for project managers. Topics include updated guidelines, key safety considerations, and real-world insights to help you set your team up for safe, successful days in the field.

Date: Thursday, May 14 | 10 AM - 11:30 AM
Cost: Free for AME members, $65 for non-members

Speakers:
• Candice Wingerter, CRSP, Senior Advisor HSES (Health, Safety, Environment and Security), Rio Tinto
• Jorge Freitas, P.Eng., Director, Regulatory and Code Review
• Jordan Whynot, Senior Inspector of Mines and Provincial Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Office of the Chief Inspector of Mines, Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals

Register now: https://amebc.ca/event/webinar-health-safety-for-project-managers/

05/06/2026

As the 2026 season approaches, join us for a practical spring refresher webinar designed for project managers. Topics include updated guidelines, key safety considerations, and real-world insights to help you set your team up for safe, successful days in the field.

Date: Thursday, May 14 | 10 AM - 11:30 AM
Cost: Free for AME members, $65 for non-members

Speakers:
• Candice Wingerter, CRSP, Senior Advisor HSES (Health, Safety, Environment and Security), Rio Tinto
• Jorge Freitas, P.Eng., Director, Regulatory and Code Review
• Jordan Whynot, Senior Inspector of Mines and Provincial Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Office of the Chief Inspector of Mines, Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals

Register now: https://amebc.ca/event/webinar-health-safety-for-project-managers/

04/14/2026

BC is well positioned to lead in critical minerals, but timely, predictable permitting will be essential to turning current momentum into real projects and economic growth.

AME President & CEO Todd Stone highlights the key priority: getting permitting right.

Hear more in his full conversation with Stuart McNish on Conversations That Matter: https://youtu.be/sLkfcaxpb28?si=NrN0QQnvApvNEF6N

04/08/2026

Jonathan Larson, Camp Cook at Thesis Gold and Silver, shares mineral exploration’s far-reaching impact on his community, providing steady, meaningful jobs and opportunities for different career paths.

Learn more about Jonathan and his work here: www.mineralsfortomorrow.ca