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Critical Minerals Conference Series 2026
Unlocking Canada's Mineral Wealth - From Ore to End Use
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June 03, 2026
LOOKING AHEAD TO CANADA’S CRITICAL MINERALS FUTURE
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FEATURED PANEL: Industry Highlights – What Needs to Be Addressed
Canada has ambitious goals for its critical minerals sector, but significant challenges remain. From permitting and policy to Indigenous partnerships, investment, workforce development, and supply chain resilience, what are the key issues that must be addressed to unlock Canada's full potential?
Workshop & Exclusive Experience
Registrations are still available.
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LUNCH & LEARN
From Consent to Corridor: Unlocking the Alberta–BC Critical Minerals Frontier Through Early Partnership
Facilitated by Mr. Keerit Jutla, M.B.A., J.D., CEO of Invicta Metals
This session will highlight a new development model focused on early partnership, consent, and cross-provincial collaboration—bringing together mining, energy, infrastructure, and investment perspectives.
📅 Sunday, June 21
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
📍 Main Presentation Hall
Limited to 20 attendees – RSVP required
UBC CLEANTECH RESEARCH CENTRE
Hosted by Dr. Ayse Alemdar Thompson, Manager, Research & Strategic Initiatives, School of Engineering
Facilitated by Dr. Jian Liu Associate Professor, School of Engineering, Faculty of Applied Science
Join us for an exclusive tour of the UBC Cleantech Research Centre, where Dr. Jian Liu, Scientific Leader of the Centre, will welcome visitors and guide the tour with us, offering a behind-the-scenes look at leading research and innovation in clean technology.
📅 Monday, June 22
🕛 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 School of Engineering, University of British Columbia
Limited to 20 attendees – RSVP required
About the 2026 Conference
We are pleased to announce the return of the Critical Minerals Conference Series, taking place June 21–23, 2026.
Building on the strong momentum of previous conferences, the 2026 series will once again bring together industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and stakeholders at the forefront of Canada’s critical minerals sector. As critical minerals play an increasingly central role in economic growth, energy transition, and global supply chains, the need for collaboration and meaningful dialogue continues to grow.
This year’s conference will feature a growing lineup of confirmed sponsors, supporters, and expert speakers who will explore emerging opportunities, challenges, and solutions shaping the future of Canada’s resource economy. Through curated programming and dynamic discussions, the conference aims to foster collaboration, share insights, and support the continued evolution of this vital industry.
Registration is now open, and additional program and speaker announcements will be shared in the coming weeks.
We look forward to welcoming returning and new participants in June 2026 as we continue advancing conversations around Canada’s critical minerals future.
OUR MISSIONThe purpose of the Conference Series is to demonstrate the viability and responsible development of Canada’s Mineral Resources from concept, exploration, development, processing through to end users. |  WHO SHOULD ATTENDIndustry professionals, Mineral Exploration companies, Technical Professional service providers, Indigenous Groups, Government Agencies, Investment Community, Regulators, Students, Investors & the general Public. |
A Strong Speaker Lineup Is Already Coming Together
We are pleased to announce the first confirmed speakers for the 2026 conference, with additional experts and industry leaders to be announced as the program continues to grow.
KEYNOTE PRESENTERS
Rick Rule
President & CEO, Rule Investment Media
Live Virtual Keynote Address by Rick Rule, followed by an Interactive Q&A Session
Todd Stone
CEO, Association of Minerals Exploration BC (AME)
SPEAKERS
William R. Sattlegger
P. Geo., Executive Director Critical Minerals Conference & CEO i2iVestcom Advisors Corporation
Michael Fox
Publisher, the Prospector News
Hannah Scott
Business Development Advisor, Mitacs
Michael Dargie
Author
Ms. Benita Lee
Fractional Trade Advisor & Global Trade Specialist
John Desjarlais
Executive Director, Indigenous Resource Network
Dr. Adriana Guatame-Garcia
Assistant Professor, Transdisciplinary Critical Mineral Resources,
University of Calgary
Nick Kuzyk
MBA, Principal & Founder
Chief Roy S (Chee Xial (Chieftainship traditional name)) Jones Jr
Aboriginal Equity Partners Incorporated
Mr. Keerit Jutla
M.B.A., J.D, CEO of Invicta Metals
Kim Mohler
B.Sc., Petroleum Engineering, VP Project Development GLJ Ltd.
Miriam Clark
MBA, P.Eng., GCB.D, VP Global Strategy & Business Growth, Okane Consultants
Cali & Dawn Van Zant
Host Exploring Mining Podcast, Investor Ideas
Paul Gruner
MBA, CPA, ICD.D
CEO Tłı̨chǫ Investment Corporation & Group of CompaniesRoss McElroy
President & CEO, Apollo Silver Corp.
Heather Exner-Pirot
Senior Fellow and Director of Energy, Natural Resources and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute
Lynn Exner
COO Canada Action Coalition
Qwispasket Weston Hall
Collections Registrar, Sncəwips Heritage Museum
Mike McGlone
Senior Commodity Strategist, Bloomberg Intelligence
David Morgan
The Morgan Report TMR
John MacKenzie
CFO, Director, Critical Minerals Americas Inc.
Dr. Mahnaz Sabahi
GIT PMC'LAB
Ms. Jennifer Shaigec
CEO, Sandpiper Trading Corporation.
Supporting the 2026 Conference
We are pleased to welcome partners, sponsors, and supporters for the Critical Minerals Conference Series 2026.
Their support plays an essential role in creating a forum for discussion, collaboration, and knowledge sharing across the critical minerals sector. Building on past momentum, the 2026 conference will offer meaningful opportunities for engagement and visibility throughout the three-day program.
We look forward to continuing to work with industry partners as we grow this important platform for dialogue and connection, and we welcome inquiries from organizations interested in joining the 2026 conference as sponsors or supporters.
We are pleased to welcome exhibitors to the Critical Minerals Conference Series 2026.
The exhibition area offers attendees the opportunity to connect directly with organizations showcasing technologies, services, and solutions supporting the critical minerals sector. Throughout the conference, participants can visit exhibitor booths, meet industry experts, and explore innovations shaping the future of Canada’s resource industry.
Where the Conversation Began
The 2025 Critical Minerals Conference was made possible through the generous support of our sponsors, supporters, and media partners, whose commitment helped create a forum for meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
Their contributions played a vital role in shaping the conference experience - supporting open exchange, shared insight, and connections that continue to inform and strengthen the critical minerals community.
We are grateful for the partnerships that continue to strengthen this conference series and for the support that allows the conversation to grow and evolve.
We extend our sincere thanks to all sponsors, supporters, and media partners who helped make the 2025 conference a success.
Looking Back: Highlights from the 2025 Conference.