Manitoba Prospectors and Developers Association

07/20/2026

Industry Supporter Member Spotlight: WSP in Canada

We are proud to highlight WSP in Canada, a global leader in engineering, environmental, and professional services. WSP provides innovative solutions that support the development of sustainable infrastructure, natural resources, transportation, energy, and community projects across Canada and around the world. With expertise spanning engineering, environmental consulting, planning, and advisory services, WSP works collaboratively with clients and communities to help shape a more sustainable future.

Thank you, WSP in Canada, for your continued contributions and commitment to innovation in the industry!

To learn more about WSP in Canada visit https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/

Become a member: https://mpda-108480.square.site/home

07/08/2026

Corporate Partner Member Spotlight: Tria Products Ltd.

Tria Products Ltd. is a Manitoba-based, family-owned company specializing in innovative concrete solutions for the construction industry. Founded in 2004, the company designs and delivers customized concrete solutions, including concrete batch plants, precast concrete products, the BatchMate™ control system, and RediMix concrete services. With a focus on quality, safety, sustainability, and strong customer partnerships, Tria Products has built a reputation as a trusted provider of reliable and efficient concrete solutions across Canada.

We are pleased to have Tria Products Ltd. as a Corporate Partner and part of the MPDA community and look forward to supporting their continued contributions to Manitoba's mineral exploration and mining sector.

To learn more about Tria Products Ltd. visit https://www.triaproducts.com/

Become a member: https://mpda-108480.square.site/home

07/06/2026

The Mine Permit Navigator is here! This digital tool from Natural Resources Canada helps mining project leads navigate federal permitting steps with clarity and efficiency.

Key features:
✅ interactive tailored guidance for your project activities
✅ links and contacts for federal permits
✅ links to application guidance materials for complete submissions

By using the Navigator, mining companies and project teams can save time, simplify permit planning and better understand regulatory requirements — helping projects move forward responsibly while considering environmental, economic and societal impacts.

Explore the Mine Permit Navigator here: https://mpn-tool-outil-npm.nrcan-rncan.cloud-nuage.canada.ca/en/nrcan-map

NRCan would appreciate your feedback

User Feedback Survey

Tell NRCan about your experience using the Mine Permit Navigator. Your input will help inform future improvements and ensure the tool continues to meet the needs of the mining industry.

Mine Permit Navigator Feedback Collection Survey: https://forms-formulaires.alpha.canada.ca/en/id/cmon8ej8u00uux201b33q2j0s

Testimonials

NRCan also welcomes testimonials from users. If you are interested in sharing your experience, please contact:

[email protected].

Testimonials should be up to 200 words and describe your experience using the tool.

Selected testimonials representing mining companies across the country may be featured on digital platforms, including social media, to support broader awareness and adoption. By submitting a testimonial, contributors consent to its public use and to having their first name and organization name included.

We appreciate your feedback! This short survey will help us improve the Mine Permit Navigator by understanding your experience, what worked well, and what could be better. It should take about 5 minutes to complete.

06/30/2026

Strong businesses are built on strong relationships. Membership with the Manitoba Prospectors and Developers Association (MPDA) puts your organization at the centre of Manitoba's mineral exploration community.

As an MPDA member, you'll gain access to executive networking, strategic introductions, industry events, and leadership discussions that help create new business opportunities, strengthen partnerships, and keep you connected to the conversations shaping our sector.

MPDA is committed to advancing responsible resource development through collaboration, economic reconciliation, and increased Indigenous participation in Manitoba's critical minerals and exploration industry.

Join the organizations investing in meaningful connections, industry leadership, and long-term growth.

Learn more about becoming a member: https://mpda.ca/strategic-corporate-partnerships/

06/25/2026

Member Spotlight: Hudbay Minerals Inc.

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a copper-focused mining company with operations in Manitoba, British Columbia, and Peru, supported by a strong pipeline of growth projects across North and South America. With more than 100 years of mining expertise, Hudbay is committed to providing the metals the world needs while creating sustainable value for communities, employees, and investors.

We are pleased to have Hudbay Minerals Inc. as part of the MPDA community and look forward to supporting their continued contributions to Manitoba's mineral exploration and mining sector.

To learn more about Hudbay Minerals Inc. visit https://hudbayminerals.com/home/default.aspx

06/22/2026

Through membership with the Manitoba Prospectors and Developers Association, organizations gain access to executive networking, strategic introductions, industry events, and leadership discussions that open the door to real opportunity in Manitoba’s resource sector.

It’s more than visibility. It’s about building meaningful connections that support business growth, collaboration, and long-term partnerships across the province’s mining and exploration industry.

Our work is grounded in collaboration, economic reconciliation, and strengthening Indigenous participation within Manitoba’s critical minerals and exploration sector.

MPDA is more than a membership organization, it is a leadership table where industry, Indigenous communities, government, and partners come together to advance responsible development and shared economic opportunity.

To learn more visit: https://mpda.ca/strategic-corporate-partnerships/

06/11/2026

Manitoba is well positioned to become a leader in responsible critical minerals development, and Premier Kinew's commitment to growing the sector recognizes the important role these resources can play in supporting jobs, investment, and long-term economic opportunities across the province.

At MPDA, we believe Manitoba's greatest strength is its people and its relationships. Success will come from ensuring First Nations, Métis communities, northern communities, industry, and government are part of the conversation early and have access to the information needed to make informed decisions about projects that may affect their communities.

Over the past year, we've seen a growing willingness from all partners to come together, share perspectives, and explore how resource development can create meaningful benefits while respecting Indigenous rights, community priorities, and environmental responsibilities.

As Manitoba advances its critical minerals strategy, there is an opportunity to continue strengthening partnerships, improving access to information, and creating pathways for participation that help ensure the benefits of development are understood and shared across Manitoba.

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While the Port of Churchill expansion is still his flagship project, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said it should follow the resource-based growth model of Saskatchewan.

06/03/2026

On June 1, the Manitoba Prospectors & Developers Association (MPDA) welcomed leaders from Indigenous Nations, government, industry, and the environmental sector to the Manitoba Legislative Building for our forum, Strengthening Partnerships: Building Manitoba's Critical Minerals Future Together.

The event brought together a diverse group of speakers and participants committed to advancing meaningful dialogue around Manitoba's critical minerals future.

We were honoured to hear from:

• Hon. Jamie Moses, Minister of Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation
• Grand Chief Kyra Wilson, Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs
• Grand Chief Jerry K. Daniels, Southern Chiefs' Organization
• Lorne Pelletier, Manitoba Métis Federation
• Carla Devlin, Sio Silica Corporation and MPDA Vice President
• Annette Woodroffe, Manitoba Environmental Industries Association
• Obby Khan, Leader of the Official Opposition
• Chris Whorton, Alamos Gold Inc.
• Terry Brown, President, MPDA Board of Directors
• Renee Greyeyes, Chief Executive Officer, MPDA

While perspectives varied, a shared message emerged throughout the morning: Manitoba's critical minerals opportunity will be strengthened through early engagement, strong relationships, environmental stewardship, and meaningful Indigenous participation.

MPDA extends sincere appreciation to Elder C Steve Richard for opening the gathering in a good way and to Morgan Grace, Métis fiddler, for performing the Red River Jig and leading us into our feast. We also thank all speakers, attendees, volunteers, sponsors, and partners who helped make this event a success.

We would also like to recognize Sio Silica Corporation as MPDA's first Founding Leadership Circle Member. Their commitment to supporting dialogue, relationship-building, and collaboration across Manitoba's resource sector reflects the spirit of partnership that guided this event.

Thank you as well to our event partners:

• Alamos Gold Inc. – Frontier Partner
• Multicrete Systems Inc. – Explorer Partner
• Perimeter Aviation – Explorer Partner
• Cyr Drilling International – Cultural Partner
• Tria Solutions Ltd – Cultural Partner
• Manitoba Mineral Development Fund (MMDF) – Exhibitor Partner

One message resonated throughout the day:
Successful development begins with relationships.
Before permits.
Before projects.
Before investments.

MPDA remains committed to creating opportunities for Indigenous Nations, industry, government, educators, environmental organizations, and communities to come together, build understanding, strengthen partnerships, and support a responsible and prosperous future for Manitoba.

The conversations started on June 1 are only the beginning.

Learn more about MPDA at www.mpda.ca

View more photos from the event: https://mpda.ca/strengthening-partnerships-building-manitobas-critical-minerals-future-together-forum-highlights/

06/02/2026

Thank you to Multicrete for supporting the Strengthening Partnerships – Building Manitoba’s Critical Minerals Future Together Forum.

Multicrete is proud to be an Explorer Sponsor for MPDA Manitoba Mineral Week 2026.

This important initiative, led by the Manitoba Prospectors and Developers Association, brings together industry leaders, Indigenous communities, government, and investors to strengthen Manitoba’s critical mineral exploration sector and advance opportunities within the evolving green economy.

Through key events such as the Manitoba Investment Summit and the Strengthening Partnerships in Critical Mineral Exploration Forum, Mineral Week fosters meaningful collaboration, investment dialogue, and workforce development across the sector.

We are honoured to support these efforts and contribute to building responsible, forward-looking partnerships that will shape the future of mineral exploration in Manitoba.