PDAC 2019, Day 2: Notes from the Floor

Day two of this year’s Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) convention had the Investing News Network (INN) keeping busy and engaging with companies, attending events and of course interviewing industry experts.

The four-day event is the largest Canadian mining conference of the year, and is a key meeting place for mining companies, as well as potential and current investors.

The INN editorial team has been busy covering events and conducting interviews with analysts and company executives. If you were unable to make it to the convention or just want a recap of what happened, continue on for an overview of the day.

Monday (March 4) started off bright and early for the INN team, with a breakfast seminar that discussed small modular nuclear reactors.

Some of the things miners need to keep in mind when it comes to #SMRs #INNatPDAC #PDAC2019 pic.x.com/PuoWkZ0NLa

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Neil Alexander, Principal at Bucephalus Consulting describes the difference between large scale reactors and SMRs like that between dinosaurs and chickens. #INNatPDAC #PDAC2019

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The INN team began the morning slate of interviews with Jim Gallagher, CEO of North American Palladium (TSX:PDL,OTC Pink:PALDF).

Jim Gallagher of North American Palladium speaking at the booth now – come see us on the 700 level of the convention center! #PDAC2019 #INNatPDAC pic.x.com/C99qdh07d5

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Gallagher talked to INN’s precious metals reporter about palladium‘s current rally and what the massive price increase means for his company.

Next up, our battery metals reporter spoke with analyst Chris Berry, asking for his thoughts on both lithium and cobalt market developments.

Talking #BatteryMetals with @cberry1 – stay tuned for his thoughts on #lithium and #cobalt market developments #PDAC2019 #INNatPDAC pic.x.com/6thswOkLcp

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This was followed by a conversation with Playfair Mining (TSXV:PLY). The company shared thoughts on Brexit and its effects on the market.

Speaking with @PlayfairMining at #PDAC2019 about #Brexit, feeling is that within the Republic of Ireland, mining and exploration won’t be affected by Brexit #INNatPDAC

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On the presentation side, INN viewed a panel focused on Millennials and mining, where Romy Done talked about her mission to engage women in the mining space.

Romy Done addresses the audience at the Millennials and Mining panel at PDAC. Romy is focused on engaging women in the mining space. #INNatPDAC #PDAC2019 pic.x.com/3jqfBrt60z

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How do mining companies engage Millennials trained in tech? Panelists: salary incentives, collaboration, raising awareness about exciting projects. #MillennialsandMining #INNatPDAC #PDAC2019

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During the morning, the team also spoke with industry experts such as Randy Smallwood, president and CEO of Wheaton Precious Metals (TSX:WPM,NYSE:WPM), Nick Carter of UxC, Chantelle Schieven, research head at Murenbeeld & Co., Ryan Cochrane, head of lead, zinc and precious metals at CRU Group, and Brian Leni, founder of Junior Stock Review.

Earlier this morning, our precious metals reporter spoke with Randy Smallwood, president & CEO of @Wheaton_PM #PDAC2019 #INNatPDAC pic.x.com/E12c2phdju

— Resource Investing (@INN_Resource) March 4, 2019

Our editorial team also hosted a special live interview with PDAC darling Rick Rule of Sprott (TSX:SII,OTC Pink:SPOXF). Watch below:

Make sure to check back tomorrow when we recount day three of PDAC. You can also click here to read about day one and here to view our PDAC playlist on YouTube.

Don’t forget to follow us @INN_Resource for real-time news updates!

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

Editorial Disclosure: Peloton Minerals (CSE:PMC,OTCQB:PMCCF) is a client of the Investing News Network. This article is not paid-for content.

The Investing News Network does not guarantee the accuracy or thoroughness of the information reported in the interviews it conducts. The opinions expressed in these interviews do not reflect the opinions of the Investing News Network and do not constitute investment advice. All readers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence.