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Vancouver, B.C. – July 14, 2025 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME), the leading voice for the mineral exploration and development industry in British Columbia, is pleased to announce that it has named Todd Stone as the new President & CEO, effective August 5, 2025. “After an extensive search, the Board of Directors officially welcomes Todd Stone […]
Vancouver, B.C. – July 9, 2025 – The Province of British Columbia has released details about the Phase 3 of the Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) Transformation Project, which began in 2022. The government will conduct an engagement process through summer 2025 on policy recommendations developed through the first two rounds of engagement. AME has requested […]
Vancouver, B.C. – June 19, 2025 – Details about a new land use planning process for parts of Tŝilhqot’in territory in British Columbia have been released by the Province of British Columbia. The plan includes the announcement of land use planning around Taseko Lake, declared by the Tŝilhqot’in Nation as Dasiqox Nexwagwezʔan, and is set […]
Vancouver, B.C. – June 3, 2025 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has responded to today’s Province of British Columbia announcement about expedited land use planning processes in Northwest B.C. AME is encouraged by earlier than normal engagement with government in these land use planning processes and a commitment for AME to be at the table with […]
Vancouver, B.C. – May 26, 2025 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has responded to today’s announcement from Premier Eby about planning for critical mineral mining and exploration in British Columbia. For BC to benefit from a generational opportunity to play a major role in supplying critical minerals needed throughout the world, it must […]
Vancouver, B.C, – March 27, 2025 – Following the introduction of British Columbia’s Mineral Claims Consultation Framework (MCCF) this week, the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has sent an open letter to Premier Eby. While the letter thanks the Government of British Columbia for meeting the March 26, 2025, deadline to implement the MCCF, it points […]
BC Government implements consultation framework that honours its duty to consult First Nations but fails to deliver confidentiality and firm timelines. Vancouver, B.C. – March 20, 2025 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has welcomed the publication of a new Mineral Claims Consultation Framework (MCCF) but has raised concerns with the development process and […]
Victoria, B.C., Canada – March 4, 2025 B.C. Budget 2025 as introduced in the legislature today maintains B.C.’s supportive existing fiscal framework for mineral exploration, but does not provide additional resourcing to support permitting and consultation with Indigenous Nations. The announcement of the continued extension of the New Mine Allowance to December 31, 2030 represents […]
At the PDAC convention in Toronto today, federal Natural Resources Minister Jonathan Wilkinson announced a proposal to extend the Mineral Exploration Tax Credit (METC) to 2027 at its previous 15% level. It had been set to expire on March 31, 2025. The METC is part of an essential suite of tools to facilitate mineral exploration […]
There is now less than one month to go before the implementation of a Mineral Claims Consultation Framework (MCCF) in BC. The ability to stake claims is fundamental to finding and developing the critical minerals of the future, and the current process is putting that at risk. The AME team has been touring the province […]
Vancouver, B.C, – February 10, 2025 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has confirmed it does not endorse the current draft Mineral Claims Consultation Framework (MCCF) that has been proposed by the provincial government. After listening to members and advocating to government for many months, AME believes that the draft MCCF, which is due […]
Vancouver, B.C., – February 6, 2025 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME” or the “Association”) wishes to acknowledge the departure of Keerit Jutla, President and CEO, and to extend warm thanks for his valued and dedicated service to the mineral exploration industry. “Keerit has been a strong advocate and a great source of energy […]
AME members – we want to hear from you! AME is hosting a series of open house meetings in February 2025. This is your chance to make sure your voice is heard on the upcoming Mineral Claims Consultation Framework, further expected regulatory changes to follow, and to discuss other items like Notice of Work permits. […]
Vancouver, B.C. — January 24, 2025 — This week, the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) hosted its 42nd annual AME Roundup conference, the largest global gathering of the mineral exploration industry. With the highest registration at the Vancouver Convention Centre and the highest AME Roundup since 2015, more than 6,630 geoscientists, prospectors, Indigenous partners, financiers, investors, suppliers, […]
On January 7, 2025, the Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals released a draft Mineral Claims Consultation Framework (MCCF) and invited mineral explorers and First Nations for feedback. The framework is expected to be online shortly. Details on how you can provide feedback are below. The draft MCCF addresses Justice Ross’s decision in Gitxaala v British […]
Vancouver, B.C. — December 3, 2024 — The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) is pleased to announce its 2024 award recipients. These individuals are recognized for their remarkable contributions, achievements, innovation and leadership in the mineral exploration and development industry in B.C. and Yukon. The recipients will be celebrated by their friends, families and colleagues at the prestigious AME Celebration of Excellence Awards […]
September 25, 2024, VANCOUVER, BC – Keerit Jutla, President and CEO of the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME), made the following statement in response to the mining platform released by BC NDP during the 2024 BC Election campaign: Mineral exploration is the bedrock of our mining industry. Discovery is the spark that ignites the flame of development and leads […]
Vancouver, BC, October 2, 2024 — Registration for the annual AME Roundup conference is now open! AME Roundup returns to the Vancouver Convention Centre East from January 20 to 23, 2025, where the mineral exploration industry will explore how we are Securing Our Future, the theme unifying the conference content over the four days. “We […]
Vancouver, B.C., Canada, July 24, 2024 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) is pleased to announce the release of its comprehensive “What We Heard” report, summarizing the recent engagement with members, Indigenous groups and stakeholders on the impacts of the Mineral Tenure Act (MTA) modernization process on the mineral exploration and mining industries. The […]
Updated April 29, 2:17 PM PDT Vancouver, BC, Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) has decided to formally apply for intervener status in the ongoing appeal of Gitxaala Nation v. British Columbia (Chief Gold Commissioner), 2023 BCSC 1680. In October 2023, a judicial review ruled that the Government of British Columbia owes a […]
Vancouver, B.C., Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) welcomes the federal Budget 2024, which introduces several measures that positively impact the mineral exploration and development industry. The extension of the mineral exploration tax credit (METC) until March 31, 2025 encourages continued investment in the industry by providing incentives that enable the continued growth of the mining sector. […]
Vancouver, B.C., Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) is thrilled to announce our partnership with Consulate General of Ireland, Vancouver. Cathy Geagan, Consul General of Ireland to Western Canada met with the AME team earlier this month to discuss the importance of critical minerals, reconciliation, and the geopolitical importance of a strong Canada-Ireland […]
Vancouver, B.C., Canada – Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, announced that the federal government will extend the 15-per-cent Mineral Exploration Tax Credit for investors in flow-through shares for an additional year, until March 31, 2025. Access to capital is vital for mineral exploration, and the Mining Exploration Tax […]
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 interests and outlined a process for cooperation and consultation for modernizing the Mineral Tenure Act in BC. The interim orders place restrictions on mineral claim registrations and mining activities […]
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 critical minerals strategy and efforts to streamline permitting. Budget 2024 delivers $435 million in investment for CleanBC and advancing the clean economy, including laying the foundation for a Critical Minerals Strategy […]
Vancouver, B.C. — January 29, 2024 Last week, the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) hosted its 41st annual AME Roundup conference, the largest global gathering of the mineral exploration industry. With the highest registration since 2019, more than 6,200 geoscientists, prospectors, Indigenous partners, financiers, investors, suppliers, and government representatives from 41 countries gathered in Vancouver to ‘explore […]
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 2024 at the Vancouver Convention Centre West on January 24, 2024. Vancouver, B.C. — November 30, 2023 The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) is pleased to announce its 2023 Celebration of Excellence […]
VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 3, 2023 /CNW/ – Registration is now open for AME Roundup 2024, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the annual mineral exploration conference hosted annually by the Association for Mineral Exploration. AME Roundup returns to the Vancouver Convention Centre East from January 22 to 25, 2024. “As we celebrate the 40th anniversary of AME Roundup, we will showcase how AME […]
The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME” or the “Association”) announces the appointment of Keerit Jutla as President & Chief Executive Officer, effective September 18, 2023. Mr. Jutla is a lawyer with a decade of experience in the natural resource sector, working with and acting for both mining companies and First Nations. Mr. Jutla is passionate […]
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 Director of AME, as Acting President & CEO, effective June 7, 2023, and thanks Kendra Johnston for her leadership over the past four years. “On behalf of AME’s […]
Representation from 39 countries at the global gathering of the mineral exploration industry in Vancouver VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 30, 2023 /CNW/ – Last week, the Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) held the 40th annual AME Roundup conference, the largest global gathering of the mineral exploration industry. More than 5,850 geoscientists, prospectors, financiers, investors, Indigenous partners, suppliers, and government […]
The Association for Mineral Exploration recognizes leaders in mineral exploration and development at AME’s Awards Gala: A Celebration of Excellence to be held at AME Roundup 2023 at the Vancouver Convention Centre on January 25, 2023. VANCOUVER, British Columbia, November 29, 2022 – The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) is pleased to announce its 2022 Celebration of Excellence Award recipients. The recipients are recognized for their […]
Association for Mineral Exploration presents Roundup 2023: ‘Critical to Our Future.’January 23 – 26, 2023 VANCOUVER, British Columbia, October 11, 2022 – Registration for the Association for Mineral Exploration’s (“AME”) annual AME Roundup conference is now open. AME Roundup returns to the Vancouver Convention Centre East on January 23 to 26, 2023. “Responsible mineral exploration […]
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 as Vice President, Policy and Advocacy. Mr. Buchanan will be responsible for advancing policy initiatives that impact mineral exploration and development. These initiatives are wide-ranging and include permitting, reconciliation, […]
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 Peoples Act (Declaration Act) between the Province of British Columbia and Tahltan Central Government. AME advocates for responsible mineral exploration and development through building and sustaining respectful, open, and […]
VANCOUVER, BC, February 1, 2022. The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) has released Explore our Economy, a new economic impact study in partnership with iTOTEM Analytics, quantifying the significant economic and social impacts of the mineral exploration industry in British Columbia in 2020. “Our members discover new projects that develop into the operating mines that produce the minerals and metals […]
AME Roundup 2022 features government speakers: Hon. Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, Government of Canada; Hon. Bruce Ralston, Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation; Hon. George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy; Hon. Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation; Hon. Murray Rankin, Minister of Indigenous Relations and […]
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 Centre West. Vancouver, B.C. — December 7, 2021 — The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) is pleased to announce its 2021 Celebration of Excellence Award recipients. The recipients are leaders who have made significant […]
Association for Mineral Exploration to Offer In-person and Online Roundup 2022 Experience October 13, 2021, Vancouver, BC, Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) is excited to announce that registration is now open for AME Roundup 2022! Join in person at the Vancouver Convention Centre West and online for live and on-demand programming from […]
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 former Kamloops Indian Residential School. This devastating and deeply disturbing news is a painful reminder of the lasting impacts of the residential school system in Canada. […]
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 critical role that a strong mineral exploration industry plays in supporting the transition to a low-carbon future in B.C. through investments in infrastructure, skills training and permitting. The Association for […]
January 18, 2021, Vancouver, BC, Canada – The 38th annual Mineral Exploration Roundup, hosted by the Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”), launches today as Remote Roundup. This virtual experience is safely facilitating the largest ever online gathering of the global exploration industry. Hosted by explorers for explorers, Roundup is always one of the world’s premiere […]
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 Exploration (“AME”) is proud to announce its 2020 Celebration of Excellence Award recipients. AME’s annual awards gala is a prestigious event recognizing leaders for their significant efforts and contribution to the mineral exploration and development industry. The 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 Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in the October 24, 2020 provincial election. AME congratulates the Honourable Bruce Ralston in being appointed Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation. AME thanks Minister Ralston […]
Association for Mineral Exploration unveils Remote Roundup, a virtual experience safely facilitating one of the largest gatherings of the global exploration industry. September 16, 2020, Vancouver, BC, Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) is proud to announce that registration is now open for AME Roundup 2021! Leading through the change caused by the […]
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 place to stimulate economic recovery in all regions of the province. In particular, AME applauds the $20 million to be invested in short-term jobs training for in-demand jobs. […]
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 Columbia mining and exploration community to Food Banks BC. These funds will provide targeted relief to those living in rural, remote and Indigenous communities facing food security challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Launched […]
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 Mining Jobs Task Force, all of which were strongly endorsed by AME in 2019. The Association for Mineral Exploration’s (AME) President and CEO, Kendra Johnston, noted: “In an era […]
Speaker Highlights: Hon. Michelle Mungall, Minister of Energy, Mines, and Petroleum Resources; Paul Lefebvre, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources; and Newcrest Mining’s Fraser MacCorquodale Vancouver, BC, Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration’s 2020 Roundup conference concluded on Thursday, January 23, closing out a week of cross-industry collaboration, exciting announcements, and innovative […]
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 Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. AME is looking forward to working with Minister Ralston in moving forward key initiatives and priorities for the mineral exploration industry. AME thanks Minister […]
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 2040 zero emissions target, and that minerals are required for climate solutions that help us reach a sustainable future Vancouver, BC – A public opinion poll […]
Vancouver, B.C. — December 3, 2019 — The Association for Mineral Exploration (“AME”) is proud to announce its 2019 Celebration of Excellence Award recipients. Leaders will be recognized for their significant efforts and contribution to the industry at the renowned AME Awards Gala on January 22 during AME’s Mineral Exploration Roundup 2020 conference in Vancouver. Commenting on the Award Winners success, Rob McLeod, […]
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 week and will begin their one-year term in January 2020. Appointed directors are chosen based on a range of diversity factors as well as a skills and […]
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 government to make provincial laws and policies consistent with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). AME supports the goal of the […]
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, in Yukon during a flight from a mineral exploration property to Mayo on the afternoon of August 6, 2019. “AME offers its sincere condolences to everyone involved […]
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. Johnston is a Professional Geologist and mining executive with over 15 years of experience in various facets of the mineral exploration and mining industry. In addition to corporate […]
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 Short Courses on day one followed by a full day of nine short, inspirational and captivating talks from a diverse range of speakers. Held at […]
Victoria, B.C., Canada – The B.C. Budget 2019 announcement includes meaningful support for the mineral exploration and mining industry. Items submitted by The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) in the public budgeting process were acknowledged in the B.C. Budget 2019 and include additional funds to the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources for new staff […]
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 from the provincial and federal governments. This included the provincial government’s decision to make both the Mining Flow-Through Share tax credit and the B.C. Mining Exploration Tax Credit permanent incentives […]
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 Mineral Exploration and Mining Industry with their 2019 Board of Directors. With statistics such as only 19.5% of board members for Canada’s top 500 companies being women*, […]
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 Exploration (“AME”) is proud to announce its 2018 Celebration of Excellence Award winners. Leaders will be recognized for their significant efforts and contribution to the industry at the renowned […]
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 review of professional reliance in natural resource decision-making. The report, released by B.C. Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy George Heyman, follows a review launched last October of the governance […]
Market indicators strong despite impact of historic wildfire season VANCOUVER – British Columbia’s mineral and coal exploration industry grew last year for the first time since 2012, according to the second annual British Columbia mineral and coal exploration survey conducted by EY, the Government of British Columbia’s Ministry of Energy, Mines & Petroleum Resources (EMPR) and the Association for Mineral Exploration British […]
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. “Today’s budget provides the fiscal platform necessary for Canada to maintain its position as the top global destination for mineral exploration,” says Ms. Edie Thome, President & CEO […]
Victoria, B.C., Canada – The provincial budget announced today maintains a fiscal platform for establishing B.C. as a globally competitive jurisdiction for mineral exploration and development. “Mineral exploration and development provide real and significant socio-economic opportunities and benefits to communities and First Nations in all regions of B.C., and are essential to discovering the metals […]
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 House of Commons today. “AME is encouraged by the introduction of today’s Bill that builds on Minister McKenna’s mandate to restore public trust in environmental assessment; to […]
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 Peterson, Barrick President Kelvin Dushnisky Vancouver, B.C., Canada – The Association for Mineral Exploration’s Roundup 2018 conference concluded on Thursday with a positive outlook for 2018 following a 20 per cent […]
AME works to promote a healthy mineral exploration and development industry. Membership is a great way to engage with us, our industry; and support our efforts, while realizing the benefits associated with membership.