Updated on June 27, 2023

The Xplor convention brings together stakeholders who contribute to the development of the mineral sector in Québec. On this occasion, hundreds of participants and exhibitors are brought together under one roof. Every year, as part of the Xplor convention, the QMEA honours members who work to improve the development of mineral exploration. By recognizing these members’ contributions, we celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit and the dynamism of professionals in the sector.

Recognition Award

A few months before the convention, QMEA members are invited to nominate themselves or a colleague for a Recognition Award. This is a unique opportunity for the Association to recognize and celebrate the work of people in our sector who contribute to the development of mineral exploration on a daily basis.

The Gala, a must!

At the Awards Gala, which will be held during the Xplor convention, we will recognize the achievements and ongoing efforts of the Association’s members who have distinguished themselves over the past year.

A cocktail event will be held before the Recognition Awards dinner. This is an incredible opportunity to recognize the successes of our members.

 

What you need to know:

If you haven’t already done so, there’s still time to register for this wonderful gala evening.

To give you a sneak peek at the evening, here is a brief description of each award that will be presented, starting with the awards dedicated to businesses:

 

Discovery of the year

Award highlighting the importance of a recent discovery that has produced a significant ripple effect on exploration activities, on the property itself or in the immediate area.

 

Entrepreneur of the Year

Award highlighting the work of a company or team that has made significant progress over the past year. This progress can be related to the development of a specific project, the development of all the company’s activities or the development of a mining project leading to its production phase.

 

Service Company of the Year

Award recognizing the work of a service company that, through the development and expansion of its services, has significantly contributed to the development of mineral exploration in Québec or elsewhere.

 

Excellence in sustainable development

Award given to a company to highlight its high standards in sustainable development.

 

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS:
As nominations remain secret, you will need to be present to find out which of our individual members wins the awards.

 

Nicolas-Denys Medals

Award recognizing the career of a prospector who, through many years of hard work, has significantly contributed to the development of prospecting and mineral exploration in Québec. (Eligibility criteria: Be an individual member of the QMEA)

 

Hector-Authier Award

Award recognizing the career of an individual who, through many years of hard work, has made a significant contribution to the development of mining entrepreneurship in Québec.

 

Leadership in Economic Contribution to Mineral Exploration Award

Award given to an individual or organization in the field of business, finance or law who has made a significant contribution to the mineral exploration industry.

 

Jean-Descarreaux Award

Award highlighting the work of an individual whose writing has helped expand geoscientific knowledge related to mineral exploration by generating an increase in exploration activity.

 

 

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the contributions of your peers in the mineral industry who have distinguished themselves throughout the year.

It will be a wonderful evening of recognition and celebration for our industry.

See you there!