bba | Insights

Marie-Claire LeBlanc,

Environmental Professional

07 May 2026

Mining and Metals

Designing mining plans that evolve

18 Mar 2026

All industries

AI is first and foremost a human transformation

17 Feb 2026

Power and Renewables

Insulation and its enemy: partial discharge

Shanon Lo, P.Eng.

Engineer, Studies & Field Testing

08 Jan 2026

Mining and Metals

Electric vehicles and power distribution: considerations for underground mine operators

Jason James Gander

Senior Technologist

12 Dec 2025

Energy and Chemical Processes

Shaping the future of oil and gas

In recent months, the global economy has faced uncertainty linked to trade, tariffs and shifting economic outlooks, resulting in market volatility. In the midst of all this, Canada must reconsider its relationship with its main trade partner

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

06 Nov 2025

All industries

Building meaningful strategies that deliver results

Amid the energy transition, technological advances and growing regulatory pressures, industrial companies are continuously navigating increasingly complex environments. So how can they keep progressing while remaining agile, relevant and high-performing? A big part of the answer lies in their ability to design meaningful strategies-- strategies that are aligned with their current reality, future ambition and values.

Susan Eick

Vice-President, Advisory

30 Oct 2025

All industries

Navigating mining permits in Canada: Success starts with preparation

Stéphanie Blondin, M. Env., VEA

Senior Environmental Professional

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

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

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

02 Sept 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, M.B.A.

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.

Vice-President, Operations - Pacific Canada

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 Landriault 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.