Publications

23 Jan 2026
Mining and Metals

Dewatering: strategic in achieving mining plan objectives
08 Jan 2026
Mining and Metals

Electric vehicles and power distribution: considerations for underground mine operators
- Jason James Gander
  
  Senior Technologist
19 Nov 2025
Mining and Metals

The key to responsible and successful mining projects
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

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
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
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
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 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)
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.
Bahareh Asi, P.Eng., M.Eng.

National Practice Leader, Geology, Mining and Process
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)
23 Jan 2025
Mining and Metals

Asset Performance Optimization in Mining: Key Challenges and Strategic Priorities (Part 1)
26 Nov 2024
Mining and Metals

Energy and Mines conference: key takeaways from Susan Campbell and Isabelle Leblanc
25 Nov 2024
Mining and Metals

High-purity iron ore: a key asset for decarbonization

High-purity iron, which was recently added to Québec's list of critical minerals, could play a pivotal role in global decarbonization efforts. Catherine Pelletier, Senior Engineer, Mining and Metals, at BBA, and Isabelle Leblanc, Vice-President, Mining and Metals, at BBA, explain how this mineral can be used to produce greener steel—a key material for the energy transition
01 Oct 2024
Mining and Metals

Solving structural vibration issues
09 Jul 2024
Power and Renewables

Modular construction: Pros and cons
- Xing Li, P.Eng.
  
  Principal Engineer, Structural
28 Jun 2024
Power and Renewables

How can energy efficiency support decarbonization efforts?
- Pierre-Luc Bouchard, P.Eng.
  
  Principal Engineer, Energy and Air Quality
18 Jun 2024
Mining and Metals

The Québec mining sector: a new regulatory requirement as of May 2024
- Andréanne Séguin
  
  Senior Advisor, Social Acceptability
12 Jun 2024
Mining and Metals

CIM CONNECT 2024 | Convention & Expo: key insights from Amanda Fitch

The CIM CONNECT 2024 | Convention & Expo, held in Vancouver from May 12–15, 2024, marked another significant gathering for the mining industry. Bringing together experts, professionals and companies from across the globe, I was excited to represent BBA and attend the CIM convention as a sponsor and exhibitor.
Amanda Fitch, P.Eng.

Regional Director, Mining and Metals Market, Western Canada
10 Jun 2024
Power and Renewables

Enhancing process optimization with control loop performance monitoring
- Maxym Lachance, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Process Control and Operational Technology
04 Jun 2024
Mining and Metals

Mining 4.0: digital technology, an ally to the green revolution
- Jean-François Beaulieu
  
  Director, Digital Consultant
28 May 2024
Mining and Metals

Noise control at mining sites: an essential step toward harmonious production
07 May 2024
Mining and Metals

On the green road: electrification transforms the mining landscape in B.C.
- Amanda Fitch, P.Eng.
  
  Regional Director, Mining and Metals Market, Western Canada
01 May 2024
Mining and Metals

Geochemistry – Part II: Predicting metal leaching and acid rock drainage (ML/ARD) chemistry

As discussed in detail in the previous article entitled “Geochemistry Part I: What is metal leaching and acid rock drainage (ML/ARD), and how does it occur?”, ML/ARD starts with the production of acidic waters, often stemming from improperly managing sulphidic mine materials (i.e., waste rock, tailings, ore, etc.). Acidic waters can dissolve and transport heavy metals, such as copper (Cu), lead (Pb) and zinc (Zn), which are toxic to plant and animal life in high concentrations.
Todd McCracken, P.Geo.

Department Manager, Mining and Geology