The Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention returned to Toronto this week, once again proving its status as one of the largest and most influential gatherings in the mineral exploration and mining industry. This year, PDAC 2025 drew 27,353 attendees from around the world, featuring over 1,100 exhibitors and providing a crucial platform for industry professionals, government representatives, and investors to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of mineral exploration.

Since its inception in 1932, the PDAC Convention has evolved into a global event, offering technical presentations, investment discussions, policy debates, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration across the sector. With mining playing an essential role in the global economy, this year’s event will focus on the growing demand for critical minerals, sustainability in mining, and advancements in exploration technology.

“In 2025, we continued that legacy by bringing together not only a wide array of educational programming focused on crucial areas such as capital markets, Indigenous engagement, career development, and sustainability, but also a dynamic trade show and company presentations to investors, offering exhibitors and attendees invaluable opportunities for business growth and collaboration,” PDAC President Raymond Goldie said.

As the mining industry navigates economic challenges, regulatory changes, and environmental issues, PDAC serves as a platform for discussions on balancing resource development with sustainability. Beyond formal sessions and trade exhibits, the convention fosters valuable industry connections through informal networking and collaboration.

With mining contributing $132 billion to Canada’s GDP and employing over 664,000 people, the discussions at PDAC 2025 will help shape the future of the sector. As global industry leaders gather in Toronto, all eyes are on how mineral exploration and development will evolve in the years ahead.

“Minerals are the backbone of modern technology and are indispensable to our daily lives, highlighting the essential role of mineral exploration and mining in Canada’s economic strength and resilience,” Goldie said.