ECOLOGO, the first certification in mining exploration, was launched in October 2019. It’s managed by UL through its certification program, and the QMEA offers a support program for companies.

XPLOR is the place for Quebec’s mining exploration industry to meet. It’s the one time of year when the entire industry comes together under one roof. However, for everyone’s safety, the QMEA has decided to hold Xplor 2020 virtually. The program and registration will soon be available on the Association’s website.

  In order to assist in the rehabilitation of abandoned mineral exploration sites in Nunavik, dating as far back as several decades, the mining industry recognized the need for action and in 2007, created the Fonds Restor-Action Nunavik. Since 2007, a partnership with the Kativik Regional Government, Makivik Corporation and the Ministry of Energy and […]

We would like to update you about COVID-19 and its impacts on mineral exploration.

In light of the global concerns about the COVID-19 outbreak and the Government of Quebec’s announcement on March 12, 2020, we would like to inform you of our status. At this time, the QMEA is continuing to operate as normal, including Explo Abitibi and Xplor 2020.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rouyn-Noranda, October 23, 2019 — The Quebec Mineral Exploration Association (QMEA) is celebrating the launch of a mineral exploration certification. This initiative is a world first for our industry and addresses environmental, social and economic concerns of stakeholders and investors. Two standards have been developed: – UL 2723 ECOLOGO Certification Program for […]