Publications

07 Oct 2025
Mining and Metals

Powder engineering as a strategic lever in mineral processing
Benoit Desjardins, P.Eng.

Senior Engineer, Operational Readiness and Commissioning
12 Dec 2025
Energy and chemical processes

Shaping the future of oil and gas
- Debbie Burke, P.Eng.
  
  Director, Oil, Gas and Chemicals
12 Dec 2025
Power and Renewables

Energy loops as a driver of sustainable and economic development
03 Dec 2025
Power and Renewables

Data centres serving communities
26 Nov 2025
All industries

From obsolescence to opportunity: modernizing control systems for sustainable operations
- Kevin Galvez
  
  Engineer in Training - Automation
19 Nov 2025
Mining and Metals

The key to responsible and successful mining projects

Mining companies generally have three targets: Develop a viable project, secure environmental approvals quickly and earn lasting support from local communities. But, in today’s world, with regulations that vary by jurisdiction, rapidly shifting social expectations and stricter environmental requirements, advancing a mining project becomes far more complex than engineering alone. So, what’s the way forward? Start early with a holistic approach that combines technical expertise, environmental rigour and genuine collaboration with stakeholders, including negotiating impact and benefit agreements with affected communities.
06 Nov 2025
All industries

Building meaningful strategies that deliver results
- Susan Eick
  
  Vice-President, Advisory
30 Oct 2025
All industries

Navigating mining permits in Canada: Success starts with preparation
22 Oct 2025
Energy and chemical processes

Between the lab and industrial reality, one factor makes all the difference in scaling up
16 Oct 2025
All industries

Uncovering hidden risks in operational technology systems with red teaming
- Shayne Casavant, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, ICS Cybersecurity
08 Oct 2025
Energy and chemical processes

Ammonia vs. dibenzyltoluene: A comparative assessment of hydrogen carriers

Hydrogen remains an attractive clean-energy path because it produces no carbon emissions at the point of use. However, molecular hydrogen has a very low volumetric density, making long distance transport and seasonal storage challenging 7. Today’s supply chains use very high-pressure gas cylinders or cryogenic liquid hydrogen (LiqH₂), both of which require complex infrastructure and result in significant energy losses7. Two alternative carrier options are receiving increasing attention: ammonia (NH₃) and liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHCs). Ammonia is widely manufactured, contains hydrogen bound in a single molecular compound, and can be liquefied at moderate pressure or temperature. LOHCs, such as dibenzyltoluene (DBT), are organic liquids that reversibly absorb hydrogen; the hydrogen rich form can be dehydrogenated at the end use site and the lean carrier returned for reuse8. This document intends to compare ammonia and DBT‐based LOHCs from a technical, commercial and logistics perspective, using published data up to July 2025.
Joe Nava, P.Eng.

Global Director, Advanced Fuels and Chemicals
07 Oct 2025
Power and Renewables

Unlocking industrial efficiency: How incentive programs turn energy audits into action
02 Sep 2025
Mining and Metals

Why geotechnical data needs its own modelling approach in modern mining: a block modelling example from the Santa Cruz project
- Atulya Verma, P.Eng.
  
  Principal Engineer, Mining and Geology
19 Aug 2025
All industries

Energy efficiency as a strategic lever for industrial competitiveness in Québec
- Stephanie Mayer, P.Eng., 50001 CP
  
  Senior Engineer, Energy and Air Quality
14 Aug 2025
Mining and Metals

Optimizing Ventilation Systems for Underground Mines
- Mark Lafontaine, MBA
  
  Principal Advisor, Sudbury Office
07 Aug 2025
Energy and chemical processes

B.C.’s Oil & Gas Energy Transition: A Path to a Greener Future

British Columbia is at the forefront of Canada's transition toward a low-carbon economy, with the Province’s Clean BC Plan placing emphasis on electrification across multiple industries. Among these, the oil & gas sector is undergoing a significant transformation as it shifts away from traditional fossil fuel-powered operations toward electricity-driven alternatives.
Neill Massey, P.Eng.

Office Director, Vancouver Office
01 Aug 2025
Energy and chemical processes

Driving digital transformation and innovation in Alberta’s energy sector
- Debbie Burke, P.Eng.
  
  Director, Oil, Gas and Chemicals
30 Jul 2025
Mining and Metals

NFPA 660: A unified standard for better combustible dust risk management
17 Jul 2025
All industries

Enhancing project delivery with LiDAR-equipped drones and advanced data acquisition
11 Jul 2025
Power and Renewables

From delivery to decommissioning: a strategic look at comprehensive testing for electrical assets
- Shanon Lo, P.Eng.
  
  Engineer, Studies & Field Testing
09 Jul 2025
Mining and Metals

How to improve paste backfill plant performance: five applicable fixes

Paste backfill plays a critical role in today’s sustainable mining practices. It offers enhanced ground stability, reduces the need for tailings storage and can lead to better environmental outcomes. But even the best-laid plans can go awry. If your paste backfill systems are causing delays, cost overruns or inconsistent quality, it's time to take a closer look.
Jacob Landrinault P.Eng., PMP

Senior Engineer, Mining and Geology
03 Jul 2025
Mining and Metals

Underground mine piping systems
25 Jun 2025
Power and Renewables

Building Canada’s Energy Future Through Smart Integration
18 Jun 2025
Energy and chemical processes

Building industrial resilience through the circular economy
- Joe Nava, P.Eng.
  
  Global Director, Advanced Fuels and Chemicals
05 Jun 2025
All industries

Working in an environment while restoring it. Not only is it possible—it’s essential.
28 May 2025
Mining and Metals

People are driving force behind the mining transformation

Over the past decade, the mining industry has been undergoing a major transformation, driven by the energy transition, rapid technological advances, including artificial intelligence, and increasing ESG pressures. These challenges took centre stage at CIM CONNECT, held in Montréal a few weeks ago. This annual convention brings together professionals from across the mining sector. Susan Eick, Vice-President, Consulting at BBA, and Melissa Jarry, Department Manager, Mining and Geology at BBA, attended the event.
20 May 2025
Mining and Metals

A holistic approach to mine digitalization for strategic success
15 May 2025
All industries

The technical risks of process commercialization
- Benoit Desjardins, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Operational Readiness and Commissioning
14 Apr 2025
Mining and Metals

Mine Electrification in Canada: An Industry in Transition
- Amanda Fitch, P.Eng.
  
  Regional Director, Mining and Metals Market, Western Canada
08 Apr 2025
Mining and Metals

Mining Asset Optimization: Results, Case Studies & Lessons Learned (Part 3)
25 Mar 2025
Mining and Metals

Action levers for building a more resilient and sustainable mining industry

Each year, the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) convention provides us with a valuable opportunity to confirm our vision for the mining industry by engaging with leaders, clients and partners from across the industry. These discussions reveal both current challenges and the levers for action that will shape the sector's future. One thing is clear: Building a more resilient and sustainable industry requires a more proactive stance on several fronts.
Asi Bahareh

National Practice Leader, Geology, Mining and Process