PDAC 2017, Day 3: Notes from the Floor

Day three of this year’s Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) conference just wrapped up, and once again the Investing News Network (INN) is recapping the highlights for those who weren’t able to make it.
There was no shortage of industry experts and company CEOs to talk to, and of course there were plenty of presentations and panels to take in as well.
Read on to find out what happened on the third day of PDAC, and click through to see our recaps of day one and day two. You can also click here to learn more about PDAC 2017.

The INN editorial team had another busy day full of interviews and presentations from thought leaders and industry experts.

Ready for another busy day at #PDAC2017! pic.twitter.com/PSsdq7fDMW

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

The team was also able to visit some of the booths in the Investors Exchange. Below are just a few of the interesting things that were on display.

Cool stuff going on at the IAMGOLD booth at #PDAC2017! pic.twitter.com/GEl6QUyacU

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

Have you checked out this #PDAC2017 display yet? pic.twitter.com/12xIxUdcgh

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

Lots going on in the Core Shack at #PDAC2017 – this core is from Arizona Mining’s Taylor project! pic.twitter.com/g6VkmKfmu0

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

We also stopped by Wallbridge Mining’s booth – this core is from the Fenelon project #PDAC2017 pic.twitter.com/KGAHPv7C2j

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

Here is a look at gypsum from Centurion Minerals #PDAC2017 pic.twitter.com/VqMK8Yd8B9

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

Just stopped by the Marathon Gold booth at #PDAC2017! pic.twitter.com/ZvaRi7aPWA

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

Ever wonder what 25 pounds of gold looks like? Stop by the McEwen Mining booth to find out for yourself! #PDAC2017 pic.twitter.com/vSFkkZllEX

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

The Trade Show floor, home to organizations promoting their latest technology, products and services, also had plenty of things to see.

So many exciting rocks on display at the #Quebec pavilion at #PDAC2017 pic.twitter.com/rdTkXTYxPb

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

Taking a trip through Canada at #PDAC2017 pic.twitter.com/WatWkHbE1q

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

At the end of the day, the INN editorial team stopped by the Mining for Diversity event. This reception brought industry members together to celebrate inclusion, and to discuss ways to ensure that everyone working in the mining industry has an opportunity to contribute to their full potential.

Checking out @the_PDAC Mining for Diversity event! #PDAC2017 pic.twitter.com/wYbTblJHBz

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

.@bhpbilliton hopes to achieve gender balance by 2025 #PDAC2017 #openminded

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

Women make up just 17% of employees at @bhpbilliton across the globe, but want to change that #PDAC2017 #openminded

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 7, 2017

The team was also busy speaking to industry experts on Tuesday. Stay tuned for interviews with Rick Rule of Sprott US Holdings, Rob McEwen, CEO of McEwen Mining (TSX:MUX,NYSE:MUX), Andrew Cheatle, executive director of PDAC, and Joe Mazumdar of Exploration Insights.

See you bright and early tomorrow for the fourth and final day of #PDAC2017! pic.twitter.com/bEuteTJuCa

— The Official PDAC (@the_PDAC) March 7, 2017

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Securities Disclosure: I, Priscila Barrera, hold no direct investment interest in any company mentioned in this article.