Rachel Bourne

An easy question like this can be difficult to answer on the spot. Recently, I was given this same list and asked to rank my top three most important things in my life. 

It’s been a tough year for small businesses, owner-operators, and the folks out in the field. Personally, this year challenged me too, just in a different way.

How can we ensure drillers are being compensated to the best of the company’s ability while companies still make a profit? Rachel Bourne breaks it down.

If your feet aren’t working, you aren’t either. In water well and geothermal drilling, you need boots that do more than just exist—they need to perform. 

It's crucial to address workplace harassment in the drilling industry, foster open conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.

Mud school, or formal training programs in drilling fluid engineering, have been around since at least the mid-20th century.

Ontario's first geotech and environmental drilling training day bridged the knowledge gap through industry collaboration and professional development. 

The recent announcement of program suspensions at Fleming College, including the unique Drilling program, has sparked concerns among alumni and industry professionals, highlighting the need for community support to ensure its continuation and the importance of specialized education in fostering industry growth.

Join The Driller's correspondent at PDAC 2024 for an engaging conversation with Jade Bayuz from Pontil Drilling, highlighting the latest in drilling technology and the vibrant community of innovators shaping the future of the mineral industry.

Discover the pioneering research of Brendan Bishop on the quest for untapped lithium reserves in Western Canada, a game-changer for the low-carbon energy sector and electric vehicle market.