AME Comments on MTA Modernization Process Advancements

March 7, 2024

Vancouver, B.C., Canada – Today, the BC Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation announced interim orders to protect Gitxaala Nation and Ehattesaht Nation’s mineral… Read More

AME Responds to B.C. Budget 2024

February 22, 2024

Victoria, B.C., Canada – February 22, 2024 The B.C. Budget 2024 includes support for the mineral exploration industry through additional investments in the province’s critica… Read More

Over 6,200 Delegates Attend Annual AME Roundup Conference in Vancouver

January 29, 2024

Vancouver, B.C. — January 29, 2024 Last week, the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) hosted its 41st annual AME Roundup conference, the largest global gath… Read More

AME Announces 2023 Award Recipients

November 30, 2023

The Association for Mineral Exploration recognizes mineral exploration and development leaders at AME’s Awards Gala: A Celebration of Excellence to be held during AME Roundup… Read More

Registration is Now Open for AME Roundup 2024: ‘Exploring for Value’ – January 22-25, 2024

October 3, 2023

VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 3, 2023 /CNW/ – Registration is now open for AME Roundup 2024, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the annual mineral exploration… Read More

AME Welcomes Keerit Jutla as New President & CEO

August 18, 2023

The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME” or the “Association”) announces the appointment of Keerit Jutla as President & Chief Executive Officer, effective Septemb… Read More

AME Appoints Acting President & CEO

June 7, 2023

Vancouver, B.C., Canada – June 7, 2023 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME” or the “Association”) announces the appointment of Jessica Van Den Akker, an Executive Di… Read More

40th Annual AME Roundup Conference Attracts Nearly 6,000 Diverse Delegates

February 1, 2023

Representation from 39 countries at the global gathering of the mineral exploration industry in Vancouver VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 30, 2023 /CNW/ – Last w… Read More

AME Announces 2022 Award Recipients

November 29, 2022

The Association for Mineral Exploration recognizes leaders in mineral exploration and development at AME’s Awards Gala: A Celebration of Ex… Read More

AME Roundup 2023 Registration Opens

October 11, 2022

Association for Mineral Exploration presents Roundup 2023: ‘Critical to Our Future.’January 23 – 26, 2023 VANCOUVER, British Columbia, October 11, 2022 – Regist… Read More

AME appoints Vice President, Policy And Advocacy

September 12, 2022

Vancouver, B.C., Canada – September 12, 2022 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME” or the “Association”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan Buchanan… Read More

Landmark agreement advances reconciliation in BC

June 6, 2022

Vancouver, B.C., Canada – AME acknowledges the signing of the first consent-based decision-making agreement under Section 7 of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peop… Read More

The Association for Mineral Exploration releases Explore Our Economy report on industry’s contribution to regional economies, Indigenous reconciliation, and a low carbon future

February 1, 2022

VANCOUVER, BC, February 1, 2022. The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) has released Explore our Economy, a new economic impact study in partne… Read More

AME Roundup 2022 Opens Today as the First 2022 In-person and Online Gathering of the Global Mineral Exploration Industry

January 31, 2022

AME Roundup 2022 features government speakers: Hon. Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, Government of Canada; Hon. Bruce Ralston, Minister of Energy, Mines an… Read More

AME Announces 2021 Award Recipients

December 7, 2021

Leaders in mineral exploration and development will be recognized at AME’s Awards Gala – A Celebration of Excellence to be held at AME Roundup 2022 at the Vancouver Convention Cen… Read More

Registration Opens for AME Roundup 2022

October 13, 2021

Association for Mineral Exploration to Offer In-person and Online Roundup 2022 Experience October 13, 2021, Vancouver, BC, Canada – The Association for Mineral Explora… Read More

AME acknowledges loss of 215 children in Kamloops

June 3, 2021

At AME, our thoughts are with the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc community, the survivors, and all Indigenous peoples grieving the loss of 215 children found on the grounds of the f… Read More

AME Responds to B.C. Budget 2021

April 21, 2021

Vancouver, B.C., Canada – B.C.’s minerals and metals are needed for advances in green technologies and new innovations. The B.C. Budget 2021 announcement acknowledges the crit… Read More

AME Roundup Opens Today as the Largest Virtual Gathering To-Date of the Global Mineral Exploration Industry

January 18, 2021

January 18, 2021, Vancouver, BC, Canada – The 38th annual Mineral Exploration Roundup, hosted by the Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”),  launches today as Remo… Read More

AME Announces 2020 Award Recipients

December 17, 2020

Leaders in Mineral Exploration and Development will be recognized at AME’s Awards Gala to be held virtually in Spring 2021 The Association for Mineral … Read More

AME Congratulates Elected MLAs

November 30, 2020

November 30, 2020 – Vancouver, B.C., Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) congratulates the newly elected and re-elected Members of British Columbia’s Legis… Read More

Registration Opens for AME Roundup 2021

September 21, 2020

Association for Mineral Exploration unveils Remote Roundup, a virtual experience safely facilitating one of the largest gatherings of the global exploration industry. Septe… Read More

AME Responds to BC Economic Recovery Plan

September 17, 2020

AME welcomes the Economic Recovery Plan released today by Premier John Horgan and Finance Minister Carole James. AME recognizes the importance of the short-term measures put in… Read More

BC Mining & Exploration Community raise $100,000 for Food Banks BC

July 29, 2020

The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME), in partnership with Integra Resources, is proud to announce a $100,000.00 donation on behalf of the British Columb… Read More

AME Responds to B.C. Budget 2020

February 18, 2020

Vancouver, B.C., Canada – The B.C. Budget 2020 announcement includes support for the mineral exploration industry with a continued commitment to advance the actions of the Mini… Read More

AME Roundup Concludes with a Look Ahead at New Opportunities for Mineral Exploration in Western Canada

January 28, 2020

Speaker Highlights: Hon. Michelle Mungall, Minister of Energy, Mines, and Petroleum Resources; Paul Lefebvre, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources;… Read More

AME Congratulates and Welcomes Minister Ralston

January 22, 2020

The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME), on behalf of its Board of Directors and 5,000 members, congratulates and welcomes the Honourable Bruce Ralston as Minister of Ene… Read More

Majority of British Columbians recognize the importance of minerals and metals to reach the 2040 Zero Emissions Target

January 15, 2020

British Columbians may have different viewpoints when it comes to resource development, but most agree that the mineral exploration and mining industry has a role to play in BC’s… Read More

AME Announces 2019 Award Recipients

December 3, 2019

Vancouver, B.C.  —  December 3, 2019 — The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) is proud to announce i… Read More

AME Announces 2020 Appointed Board Directors

December 2, 2019

Vancouver, BC — November 28, 2019 —The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) is pleased to announce the six members who were appointed to the Board of Directors earlier this w… Read More

AME responds to Introduction of new BC UN Declaration Legislation

October 25, 2019

Vancouver, BC, Canada – The introduction of the new BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act by the government of British Columbia provides a framework for the gover… Read More

AME offers condolences following Yukon aircraft accident

August 12, 2019

The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has learned of an aircraft incident that claimed the lives of its pilot, Shawn Thomas Kitchen, and its single passenger, Julia Lane… Read More

AME welcomes Kendra Johnston as new President & CEO

June 3, 2019

The Association for Mineral Exploration is pleased to announce that Kendra Johnston has been appointed as President & CEO of the Association, effective June 13, 2019. Ms. Jo… Read More

AME launches ‘AME MinEx Talks’ a new two-day event aimed at Modern Explorers

May 1, 2019

Vancouver, B.C., Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration’s (AME) MinEx Talks event was held on Thursday 25 and Friday 26 April 2019. Over the two days, there were three Sh… Read More

AME Responds to B.C. Budget 2019

February 19, 2019

Victoria, B.C., Canada – The B.C. Budget 2019 announcement includes meaningful support for the mineral exploration and mining industry. Items submitted by The Associat… Read More

AME Roundup 2019 Concludes with Renewed Support from the Province

February 6, 2019

The Association for Mineral Exploration’s 2019 Roundup conference concluded on Thursday, January 31, wrapping up a week of exciting announcements in support of the industry fr… Read More

AME Announces 2019 Board of Directors With a Focus on Diversity

January 21, 2019

Vancouver, BC — January 21, 2019 — The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has set the precedent for gender diversity at the highest level in the workplace for the Min… Read More

AME Announces 2018 Award Winners

December 6, 2018

Leaders in Mineral Exploration and Mine Development to be Recognized at AME Roundup Awards Gala Vancouver, B.C. – December 6, 2018 – The Association for Mineral Exp… Read More

AME Responds to BC Professional Reliance Report

June 28, 2018

Concerns regarding recommendations Vancouver, B.C., Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has concerns regarding today’s release of the final report of the r… Read More

BC Mining and Exploration Sees Resurgence After Years of Stagnation

March 5, 2018

Market indicators strong despite impact of historic wildfire season VANCOUVER – British Columbia’s mineral and coal exploration industry grew las… Read More

AME Responds to Federal Budget

February 27, 2018

Vancouver, B.C., Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) expresses its support for Budget 2018 as tabled by Canada Finance Minister Bill Morneau today in Ottawa.… Read More

AME Responds to Provincial Budget

February 20, 2018

Victoria, B.C., Canada – The provincial budget announced today maintains a fiscal platform for establishing B.C. as a globally competitive jurisdiction for mineral explorati… Read More

Mineral Explorers Respond to Tabling of Impact Assessment Bill

February 14, 2018

Vancouver, B.C. – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has responded to the tabling of Bill C-69 by Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change in the… Read More

AME’s Roundup 2018 Wraps with Renewed Confidence

January 29, 2018

AME’s Roundup 2018 Wraps with Renewed Confidence as Industry Sees First Growth in Five Years Speaker Highlights: Minister Michelle Mungall, Tech Solutions Innovator Ryan Pete… Read More