"We cannot afford to be hesitant in our funding of the critical minerals space as competitors in other countries are progressing rapidly towards being the global suppliers and processors of lithium due to their higher levels of foresight and persistence."
"Ontario is a fantastic mining market with a lot of experienced professionals, making it easier to find the right technical and project delivery skills."
"The current status quo is focusing on how we mechanize mines to maintain or increase productivity, while getting people out of the mines into safer working environments."
"In manufacturing, there are only two ways to increase capacity: add a second shift and invest in technology. We have undertaken both of these at B&D Manufacturing."
USA Mining 2025-26 pre-release is a snapshot capturing insights from over 70 executives and decision-makers across the value chain and from coast to coast, sharing not only how the industry is changing, but also where it is heading next.