FedNor invests to expand Northern Ontario Mining Showcase at Canada's premier mining trade show
News release
Federal funding to help 60 businesses showcase their products and services at the 2023 Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum's (CIM) Convention and Expo in Montreal
August 31, 2022 – Temiskaming Shores, ON – Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario – FedNor
Canada’s minerals sector is a mainstay of the economy that employs more than 630,000 people across the country and contributes approximately $100 billion annually to the country’s GDP. With a wealth of mines and one of the largest concentrations of mining supply and service companies in Canada, Northern Ontario is primed to capitalize on the rising global demand for critical minerals and materials that will power the transition to clean energy and advanced manufacturing.
Today, the Honourable Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, announced a FedNor investment of $412,000 to enable the City of Temiskaming Shores to establish the Northern Ontario Mining Showcase (NOMS) pavilion at the 2023 Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum's (CIM) Convention and Expo. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.
NOMS continues to grow its presence at CIM Expos, building upon its continued success at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention held each year in Toronto. Spanning an impressive 5,000 square feet and featuring up to 60 mining supply and service companies from across the region, the FedNor-funded pavilion at CIM EXPO 2023 has nearly doubled in size and scope so it can include more businesses and maximize opportunities for networking and sales. As one of the largest pavilions at CIM 2023, NOMS will provide a unique opportunity to showcase Northern Ontario innovation, including some of the latest in mining equipment, tools, products, services and clean-tech. In 2023 alone, NOMS at CIM is expected to help participating businesses increase sales and exports by more than $1.5 million, creating 30 high-quality jobs in Northern Ontario and maintaining 30 more.
Taking place in Montreal from April 30 to May 3, the 2023 CIM EXPO is expected to attract over 5,000 industry professionals, experts, and decision-makers, and feature more than 450 exhibitors.
Today’s announcement supports the Government of Canada’s Prosperity and Growth Strategy for Northern Ontario, a plan for economic development, inclusiveness and success. It will help get Canadians back to work and ensure that Northern Ontario’s mining supply and service sectors are well positioned to thrive and fully participate in Canada’s economic recovery.
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“Since its launch in 2015, the Northern Ontario Mining Showcase has created over 750 jobs and generated more than $85 million in direct economic benefits for Northern Ontario. Through FedNor, we are helping local businesses, municipalities and Indigenous communities thrive in this flagship initiative. It is exciting to see the expansion of this work, creating even greater reach and positive impacts for our region.”
- The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay–Superior North
“I am pleased that FedNor is stepping up to support the continued growth and success of the Northern Ontario Mining Showcase. By expanding the role of NOMS to include CIM Expos, I am confident that even more businesses and communities will reap the benefits this important project delivers for all of us here in
Nipissing-Timiskaming and across Northern Ontario.”- The Honourable Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming
“The continued expansion of NOMS demonstrates the importance of the project and the need to keep it growing so we can include more businesses and help them increase sales and exports and attract new investment to our region. Since 2015, the City of Temiskaming Shores has led the charge on this strategic initiative and I am thrilled to say the return on investment has been incredible for all involved.”
- Carman Kidd, Mayor of Temiskaming Shores
Quick facts
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The funding announced today is provided through FedNor’s Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP), which supports projects that promote sustainable community economic development, diversification and business growth.
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Founded in 1898, the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) is the leading technical society of professionals in the Canadian Minerals, Metals, Materials and Energy Industries. CIM has over 14,600 members, convened from industry, academia and government. With 10 Technical Societies and over 35 Branches, CIM’s members help shape, lead and connect Canada's mining industry, both within Canada’s borders and across the globe.
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Contacts
Alison Murphy, Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor
Alison.Murphy@sac-isc.gc.ca
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario
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