Publications

07 Oct 2025
Mining and Metals

Powder engineering as a strategic lever in mineral processing

The race to electrify, miniaturize technologies and decarbonize industrial processes is fuelling growing demand for high value-added materials. At the heart of this transformation is powder engineering.
Benoit Desjardins, P.Eng.

Senior Engineer, Operational Readiness and Commissioning
30 Oct 2025
All industries

Navigating mining permits in Canada: Success starts with preparation
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
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

Block modelling is a cornerstone of modern mine planning. It transforms isolated spatial point data, typically assay values for metal grades like gold, copper, nickel, iron etc., into a continuous, volumetric representation of data/information within an ore body. For decades, geostatistical methods such as kriging and inverse distance weighting have formed the backbone of this practice, allowing engineers to estimate grade distribution with strong mathematical confidence.
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
- Stéphanie Mayer, P.Eng., 50001 CP
  
  Senior Engineer
14 Aug 2025
Mining and Metals

Optimizing Ventilation Systems for Underground Mines
- Mark Lafontaine, M.B.A.
  
  Principal Advisor, Sudbury Office
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

Asset owners and managers often wonder about the condition of their electrical assets, particularly medium voltage and high voltage equipment, which generally represent significant capital investments. Unlike people, electrical assets can’t tell us what’s wrong or which part is malfunctioning. However, we can borrow an idea from medicine: performing diagnostic tests. Electrical testing helps identify potential issues and better understand an asset's condition.
Shanon Lo, P.Eng.

Engineer, Studies & Field Testing
09 Jul 2025
Mining and Metals

How to improve paste backfill plant performance: five applicable fixes
- 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
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
15 Apr 2025
Power and Renewables

Pipe stress analysis
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)
07 Apr 2025
Energy and Chemical Processes

Driving digital transformation and innovation in Alberta’s energy sector

Alberta’s oil and gas sector is evolving with digital transformation, unlocking new opportunities for operational efficiency, sustainability and resilience. While companies have long invested in instrumentation and control systems, many are just beginning to fully leverage the power of their data. The challenge is no longer collecting data but transforming it into actionable insights that drive smarter and more proactive decision-making. For decades, operational decision-making has relied on historical data and human experience. While effective, this approach often results in reactive strategies and gaps in knowledge transfer. By developing advanced analytics—the foundation for successful AI and machine learning implementation—companies can better leverage the data that they already collect. Today, AI and advanced analytics are enabling real-time forecasting, risk management and process optimization, helping companies enhance productivity while reducing environmental impacts.
Debbie Burke, P.Eng.

Director - Oil, Gas and Chemicals
04 Mar 2025
Mining and Metals

Passive treatment of acid mine drainage water: a sustainable solution
25 Feb 2025
Mining and Metals

Methods and Tools for Mining Asset Optimization: Practical Solutions (Part 2)
14 Feb 2025
All industries

Renovating industrial structures and seismic rehabilitation
23 Jan 2025
Mining and Metals

Asset Performance Optimization in Mining: Key Challenges and Strategic Priorities (Part 1)
06 Dec 2024
Other industries

Cahier 4: a benchmark for sampling atmospheric emissions from stationary sources in Québec

Cahier 4 du Guide d’échantillonnage à des fins d’analyses environnementales, titled Échantillonnage des émissions atmosphériques en provenance de sources fixes, is a key reference for sampling atmospheric emissions from stationary sources. Developed by the Centre d’expertise en analyse environnementale du Québec, this document standardizes sampling practices to ensure consistency and reliability. It provides a comprehensive methodological framework that guides users through every step, from planning sampling campaigns to drafting final reports. It also outlines approved methods by parameter and combination, tailored for use in Québec, while emphasizing rigorous quality assurance and control at every stage. As a living document, Cahier 4 is updated regularly to reflect progress and user feedback, ensuring it remains a relevant and reliable resource for industry professionals. By incorporating current regulatory standards, it helps verify compliance of atmospheric emissions with legal requirements, thereby safeguarding both environmental health and public well-being.
Peter Wanga

Atmospheric Modelling Specialist, Environmental Engineering
05 Dec 2024
All industries

Decarbonizing Canada’s path to 2050
- Stéphane Charest, P.Eng.
  
  Vice-president, Energy and Chemicals Market
26 Nov 2024
Mining and Metals

Energy and Mines conference: key takeaways from Susan Campbell and Isabelle Leblanc
26 Nov 2024
Other industries

Hurricanes are becoming increasingly violent, but industrial companies can calm the trend
- Hugo Careau, P.Eng.
  
  Principal Engineer, Decarbonization
25 Nov 2024
Mining and Metals

High-purity iron ore: a key asset for decarbonization
08 Nov 2024
Other industries

Effective concentrate management from desalination applications

Desalination is vital in industries such as power generation, oil and gas, and mining, especially in water-scarce regions. However, the process generates brine, a by-product that poses environmental, operational and regulatory challenges. Mismanaging brine can increase costs, damage equipment and harm ecosystems. As regulations tighten, industries must manage brine effectively to avoid fines, support sustainability and ensure long-term success.