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ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS

Activities, CIM Connect

Lunch Conference | Quebec Delegation

This lunch conference aims to equip Quebec businesses to better position themselves in Western Canadian and international markets, while strengthening business relationships built on listening, collaboration, and a genuine understanding of on-the-ground needs. A unique opportunity to step back, engage with key players in the mining ecosystem in a setting conducive to open conversations, and maximize the impact of your participation in CIM Connect 2026 as part of the Quebec Delegation.

Guillaume Julien

Director, Products & Sales | CMAC-Thyssen Mining Group

A member of the CMAC-Thyssen Mining Group team since 2002 and a graduate in mechanical engineering technology, Guillaume began his career as a mechanical design technician before moving into sales and international representation, then procurement and logistics. A key driver of innovation, he contributes to the development and commercialization of the company’s products and services while actively supporting its international reach.

Audrée Ouellet

Surintendante services administratifs et estimation projet | Groupe minier CMAC-Thyssen

A member of the CMAC-Thyssen Mining Group team since 2017, Audrée has grown through a variety of administrative and operational roles. Backed by a strong background in administration and a concrete understanding of on-the-ground realities, she stands out for her ability to optimize processes and provide effective support to teams. She serves as an essential link between operations and administrative services, actively contributing to collective performance.

Malcolm Caron-Boivin

Director, Business Development | Char-Pol

Malcolm Caron-Boivin, ing., Eng., serves as Director of Business Development at Char-Pol. An engineer by training, he is distinguished by his strong technical expertise combined with sharp strategic insight, enabling him to develop and consolidate lasting partnerships in the industrial and mining sectors. Recognized for his mobilizing leadership and results-driven approach, he actively contributes to the company’s growth and the national reach of its services.

Alec Morisson

President & Chief Executive Officer, MSABC, and Strategic Advisor, MABC

Alec Morisson serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of MSABC and Strategic Advisor to MABC. With extensive experience in the mining and association sectors, he is recognized for his strategic vision and his ability to rally stakeholders around shared objectives. Throughout his career, he has actively contributed to the development and promotion of sustainable and innovative practices within the industry. His committed leadership and sharp business acumen make him a key player in the advancement and evolution of the mining sector, both at the provincial and international levels.

CMAC-Thyssen Mining Group | 30 Years of History: Heritage, Reality, and Identity

Through this conference, CMAC offers a lucid and human perspective on 30 years of evolution within the mining industry — spanning continuity, adaptation, and the affirmation of identity. Far from a nostalgic or promotional narrative, the presentation sheds light on what it truly means to carry an industrial legacy forward while remaining grounded in today's market realities. The discussion will focus on the key lessons drawn from the company's journey: the ability to evolve through shifting economic contexts, the importance of staying true to one's values, and the critical role of authentic collaboration in building lasting relationships with partners, suppliers, and clients. CMAC will share how, over the decades, the company's identity has been shaped not only by technical expertise, but also by a respectful approach to the field, to people, and to local ecosystems. In an increasingly complex mining environment, the conference will serve as a reminder that performance is also built on transparency, humility, and the capacity to work together rather than in silos. A conference that invites reflection on how companies can honour their past, navigate the present, and look toward the future — without losing what makes them who they are.

Char-Pol | A Century of Experience, a Transparent Approach to Lasting Market Presence

In this conference, Malcolm Caron-Boivin will offer a reflection rooted in the experience of a century-old company called to thrive in demanding industrial environments. He will demonstrate that longevity and growth rest above all on the ability to enter new markets with transparency, consistency, and a long-term vision. At the heart of his approach: prioritizing authentic and lasting relationships. He will put forward a posture of humility and attentiveness — essential for understanding local realities, recognizing existing expertise, and building partnerships grounded in complementarity rather than simple transactions. In a context where projects are complex and decision cycles are long, he will emphasize that transparency — both in intentions and capabilities — becomes an indispensable strategic lever for establishing trust and ensuring solid collaborations.

Mining Suppliers Association of British Columbia (MSABC) | Business Opportunities in British Columbia: Understanding the Market and Succeeding in BC's Mining Ecosystem

Alec Morrison will offer a concrete, pragmatic, and decidedly sales-oriented overview of current opportunities for suppliers in British Columbia's mining industry. He will highlight the most promising projects and sites for companies looking to break into or strengthen their presence in this strategic market. The conference will also provide a targeted update on the key policy and technical drivers, including: the electrification of mining operations, decarbonization, and clean and innovative technologies. Taking a broader perspective, Alec Morrison will contextualize these opportunities at the Canadian scale, helping Quebec-based sellers and suppliers read the market more clearly and better orient their business development strategies. Delivered in English, this conference will enable participants to effectively adapt their approach, messaging, and commercial instincts to the realities of British Columbia. Both practical and strategic, it aims to concretely equip sellers, deepen their understanding of the province's mining market, and turn opportunities into lasting, value-driven business relationships.

Limited places

Cost

Included for exhibitors and in the Quebec Delegation's walker package.

All booth spaces are fully booked for this year within the 48° Nord International Quebec Pavilion. To register as a walker, please contact Raphaël Piché at (819) 991-8783.

For information :

Valérie Lemay

Executive Director
(819) 290-3131

Our partners

CMAC-Thyssen
Charl-Pol
Mining Suppliers Association of B.C.

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