BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SGS North America - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SGS North America X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://env.sgs.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SGS North America REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251005 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009 DTSTAMP:20260611T120004 CREATED:20251003T125910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T131305Z UID:67591-1759622400-1759967999@env.sgs.com SUMMARY:Canadian Ecotoxicity Workshop (CEW) Victoria 2025 DESCRIPTION:We are Proud to Sponsor CEW 2025\, Oct 5 – 8\, in Victoria\, BC! \nFrom routine analysis of regulated contaminants and POPs to pioneering PFAS testing and unparalleled development leadership on emerging contaminants\, we’re committed to delivering the best solutions to protect our environments and build a greener future!   \nConnect with our top experts and explore our full range of environmental analyses\, testing solutions\, and the latest technologies at our local lab in Sidney\, BC!  \nDon’t Miss this Presentation! \n \n  \nBharat Chandramouli\, Product Director\, North America\, will present “PFAS in animals: Role of expanded measurement approaches in understanding exposure“ at 11:45 am on Tuesday\, Oct 7th.  \nCan’t make it? Click here to request a copy  \n  \n  \nVisit our booth to connect with Ivana\, Product Manager at SGS\, and explore our innovative and cost-effective services including:   \n\nCEC Analysis and Method Development – Specializing in the measurement of known or suspected Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPS) and Contaminants of Emerging Concern (CECs) in environmental\, biota and product samples. \nPFAS Analysis – As the originators of method 1633\, we offer a wide range of matrices to analyze PFAS in water\, soil\, sediments\, biosolids and tissues/biofluids. \nEnvironmental Analytical Capabilities – We support consultants\, governments\, and industries with extensive Environment\, Health\, and Safety Analysis and Monitoring Solutions for air\, water\, soil\, hazardous waste; IH; asbestos\, lead\, mold\, and ultra-trace analysis. Our real-time air monitoring services\, wildfire analysis\, and PFAS testing provide tangible results\, and rapid TAT to your utmost satisfaction. \nNetwork Locations – Full-service laboratories for air\, water\, soil and hazardous waste including service centers\, IH rental centers and couriers near you. Across East and West Canada. \n\n  \nThere’s one more reason to stop by our booth!\nVisit the SGS booth and enter for a chance to win a Yeti Rambler! \n  \nFill out this form to request a copy!\n\n\n \n \n Presentation Requests\n Please fill out the form below to request a copy of these presentations. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n PhoneCompany(Required)Presentation Requested(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nWe can’t wait to see you there! \nCONTACT US\nFor more information on SGS’s services\, contact: \nIvana Vukovic\nProduct Manager – Specialty Laboratories\, NAM\n+1 905 364 3757\nIvana.Vukovic@sgs.com\nFollow me on LinkedIN \nBharat Chandramouli\, Ph.D.\nProduct Director\, North America\n+1 778 679 6469\nBharat.Chandramouli@sgs.com\nFollow me on LinkedIN \n  \nor our award-winning Client Service Representatives: \n\nCall toll-free at +1 800 329 0204\nEmail at ehs.clientcare@sgs.com\n\n  \nSGS is the world’s leading Testing\, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2\,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries\, supported by a team of 99\,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence\, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality\, safety and compliance. \nOur brand promise\, when you need to be sure\, underscores our commitment to reliability\, integrity and trust — enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands\, including Brightsight\, Bluesign\, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource. \nSGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458\, Reuters SGSN.S\, Bloomberg SGSN:SW). URL:https://env.sgs.com/event/canadian-ecotoxicity-workshop-cew-victoria-2025/ LOCATION:Victoria Convention Centre\, 720 Douglas St.\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 3M7\, Canada CATEGORIES:PFAS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://env.sgs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SocialMedia_Canadian-Ecotoxicity-Workshop-CEW-Victoria-2025_2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009 DTSTAMP:20260611T120004 CREATED:20251003T134610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T142834Z UID:67614-1759708800-1759967999@env.sgs.com SUMMARY:Pacific Northwest Section of AIHA - Northwest Occupational Health Conference (NOHC) 2025 DESCRIPTION:Discover SGS’s Leading Solutions to Support Workplace Exposure at Northwest Occupational Health Conference (NOHC) 2025  \nWe are excited to exhibit and present at one of the leading conferences for occupational health professionals in the region!   \nExplore our innovative solutions to support workplace exposure and get valuable insights directly from our experts! From hazard control to regulatory compliance\, we are here to provide tailored guidance to your specific business needs.  \nDon’t miss this presentation!  \nRon McMahan\, Director of Innovations\, will be presenting:  \n“Personal Monitoring and SGS SmartSense – IoT in EHS Application and the Future of EHS Monitoring and Testing”. Can’t make it? Click here to request a copy of this presentation.  \n  \nWe will be exhibiting our high quality\, innovative and cost-effective services including:  \n\nIndoor Air Quality – The full suite of services needed for quality IAQ analysis and monitoring for a healthy building including LEED and WELL testing kits. \n\n\nIndustrial Hygiene Analysis & Monitoring – Protecting people from hazardous exposures by selecting the most effective ways to obtain data and delivering high-quality analysis and defensible results. \n\n\nServices for the Built Environment – Top-quality laboratory services to help clients identify\, understand\, and monitor potential contaminants in the built environment including asbestos\, heavy metals\, particulates\, microbiology and bacteriology. \n\n\nSmartSense Continuous Monitoring – Monitors VOCs\, CO\, temperature\, pressure\, humidity\, and other contaminants from anywhere in the world with innovative cloud remote sensor monitoring. \n\n\nSGS LiveView – An intuitive\, web based relational database application\, included with SmartSense\, where you view your data to see exactly what’s going on at each sensor\, location or region. Live Demonstrations! \n\n\nNetwork Locations – Full service laboratories for air\, water\, soil and hazardous waste including service centers\, IH rental centers and couriers near you. \n\n  \nFill out this form to request a copy of this presentation! \n\n \n \n Presentation Requests\n Please fill out the form below to request a copy of these presentations. \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n PhoneCompany(Required)Presentation Requested(Required)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThere’s one more reason to stop by our booth! \nVisit the SGS booth #2 to see our SmartSense Technology in action and enter for a chance to win a Yeti Rambler!  \nWe can’t wait to see you there!  \nStephanie Stimson\, Ph.D.\nSenior Account Manager\, AZ\, ID\, NV\, OR\, UT\, NM & WA\n+1 480 910 7924\nStephanie.Stimson@sgs.com\nFollow me on LinkedIN \nRon McMahan\nDirector of Innovations\n+1 512 897 5230\nRonald.McMahan@sgs.com \nor our award-winning Client Service Representatives: \n\nCall toll-free at +1 800 329 0204\nEmail at ehs.clientcare@sgs.com\n\nSGS is the world’s leading Testing\, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2\,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries\, supported by a team of 99\,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence\, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality\, safety and compliance. \nOur brand promise\, when you need to be sure\, underscores our commitment to reliability\, integrity and trust — enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands\, including Brightsight\, Bluesign\, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource. \nSGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458\, Reuters SGSN.S\, Bloomberg SGSN:SW). URL:https://env.sgs.com/event/pacific-northwest-section-of-aiha-northwest-occupational-health-conference-nohc-2025/ LOCATION:Admiral Theatre\, 515 Pacific Ave\, Bremerton\, WA\, 98337\, United States CATEGORIES:Industrial Hygiene ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://env.sgs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SocialMedia_Pacific-Northwest-Section-of-AIHA-NOHC_25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251007 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009 DTSTAMP:20260611T120004 CREATED:20251003T135530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T135530Z UID:67618-1759795200-1759967999@env.sgs.com SUMMARY:AIHA-RMS 2025 Fall Technical Conference DESCRIPTION:Explore Innovative Monitoring Solutions with SGS at AIHA-RMS 2025 Fall Technical Conference\nWe are proud to sponsor the AIHA-RMS 2025 Fall Technical Conference!  Join us to discover why we are your trusted partner in navigating evolving industry regulations and delivering effective solutions.  \nMeet our experts to connect and explore our specialized local testing services – including cutting-edge PFAS testing and unparalleled leadership in addressing emerging contaminants!  \nDon’t Miss this Presentation \nBill Walsh\, keynote speaker\,  will be presenting on the New MSHA Silica Standard on Wednesday\, October 8th.  \n  \nAt the event\, we will be exhibiting our high quality\, innovative and cost-effective services including:  \n\nIndustrial Hygiene Analysis & Monitoring – Protecting people from hazardous exposures by selecting the most effective ways to obtain data and delivering high-quality analysis and defensible results. \n\n\nSGS LiveView – An intuitive\, web based relational database application\, included with SmartSense\, where you view your data to see exactly what’s going on at each sensor\, location or region. Live Demonstrations! \n\n\nSmartSense Continuous Monitoring – Monitors VOCs\, CO\, temperature\, pressure\, humidity\, and other contaminants from anywhere in the world with innovative cloud remote sensor monitoring. \n\n\nSilica – Provides exactly what you need to easily monitor your silica dust hazards and you can order our test kits that cover all forms of crystalline silica. \n\n\nWildfire Recovery Monitoring & Analysis – Comprehensive solutions for monitoring and testing of air\, soil and water surrounding a wildfire event plus ash and char analysis. \n\n  \nOur Environment\, Health and Safety Analysis and Monitoring Solutions in North America\, are focused on helping businesses succeed and keep people safe and healthy. We offer laboratory analyses include air\, water\, soil\, and hazardous waste; IH; asbestos\, lead\, mold; and ultra-trace analysis for contaminants of concern. Innovation is used in many applications including real-time air quality monitoring and wildfire analysis. Our PFAS testing capabilities lead the industry. Decades of experience\, the capacity for quick TAT\, and superior client service\, assures defensible results and your utmost satisfaction.  \nThere’s one more reason to stop by our booth!\nVisit the SGS booth to see a demo of SmartSense & LiveView and enter for a chance to win a JBL Flip speaker!  \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \n  \nCONTACT US\nFor more information on SGS’s services\, contact: \n Natalie Thompson\nSenior Account Manager\, CO\, KS\, MT\, ND\, NE\, SD & WY\n+1 720 902 1050\nNatalie.Thompson@sgs.com\nFollow me on LinkedIN \nEd Stuber\, CIH\, ROH\, FAIHA\nPortfolio Lead\, Industrial Hygiene\n+1 315 427 4222\nEdward.Stuber@sgs.com\nFollow me on LinkedIN \n  URL:https://env.sgs.com/event/aiha-rms-2025-fall-technical-conference/ LOCATION:Denver Police Protective Association and PPA Event Center\, Decatur Street\, Denver\, CO\, United States CATEGORIES:Industrial Hygiene ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://env.sgs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SocialMedia_AIHA-RMS-2025-Fall-Technical-Conference_2025.jpg.png ORGANIZER;CN="AIHA Rocky Mountain Section (RMS)":MAILTO:webmaster@aiha-rms.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009 DTSTAMP:20260611T120004 CREATED:20251003T130838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T131304Z UID:67596-1759881600-1759967999@env.sgs.com SUMMARY:2025 Northern Mining & Environment Summit - Mining for an Environmentally Sustainable Future DESCRIPTION:2025 Northern Mining & Environment Summit – Mining for an Environmentally Sustainable Future\nJoin SGS North America in Sudbury\, Ontario\, for an in-person industry gathering focused on the latest environmental and operational trends shaping the future of mining. \n\n Register now\n \n\n  \n\n\nStay tuned for exciting agenda details and an engaging lineup of industry speakers. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how we can tackle today’s environmental issues!\nDate: October 8\, 2025\nTime: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nCost: $100\, Early Bird Price: $75 (ends September 26th\, 2025) \nLocation: Steel Workers’ Union Hall & Conference Center\n66 Brady St\, Greater Sudbury\, ON P3E 1C8\, Canada \nREGISTER NOW!\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \nDetails: \nFrom mine closure planning to innovative reclamation techniques\, today’s mining sector faces complex environmental challenges and unprecedented opportunities for innovation. Join SGS North America in Sudbury\, Ontario\, for an in-depth industry gathering focused on the latest environmental and operational trends shaping the future of mining. \nWith expert-led presentations\, real-world case studies\, and opportunities for open discussion\, this event will connect mining professionals\, environmental specialists\, and community leaders to share strategies for a more sustainable and responsible mining industry. \nNote: Certificates of participation will be available to support Professional Development Hours (PDH) requirements.   \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\nObjectives: \nThis event will explore solutions for key issues\, including: \n\nResponsible mine closure strategies and extending project life through waste rock reprocessing\nUnderstanding PFAS impacts at both active and closed mine sites\, and ongoing responsibility for legacy contamination\nMetals management on Indigenous and First Nations lands\, ensuring impacts are addressed before operations begin\nAdvanced water treatment technologies that improve water quality beyond original conditions\nInnovative use of biosolids to reclaim and restore sites\, supporting both mining operations and municipal needs\n\nAudience: \nThis must-attend event will benefit mining professionals\, environmental practitioners\, and community stakeholders\, among others. \nRegistration closes October 6th\nREGISTER NOW!\n\nKeynote Speakers\n\n \n \n \n Terry Obal\, Specialty Testing Practice Leader\, SGS North America\n \n \n \nDr. Terry Obal is the Specialty Testing Practice Leader for SGS North America. He has almost 40 years of experience in analytical chemistry\, laboratory management and environmental chemical consulting. Terry holds B.Sc.\, M.Sc.\, and Ph.D. degrees in chemistry\, and is a Chartered Chemist (C.Chem.) through the Association of the Chemical Profession of Ontario (ACPO).  \nPresentation Title: \nPFAS in Mining: Sampling and Analysis – Challenges and Solutions \nAlthough mining has not yet become a key focus area for concerns related to PFAS impacts\, mines are beginning to be identified as sources of PFAS due to their use in industrial processes (e.g.\, as surfactants to enhance metal recovery\, within the ore flotation process\, etc.)\, as well as use of aqueous film forming foams (AFFF) for firefighting activities. Consequently\, environmental releases of PFAS from mining facilities could occur and require consideration and management.  \nWhat you’ll learn:  \nLearn about current approaches to measuring PFAS contamination and their utility for mining and environmental practitioners. \nUnderstand proper sampling techniques for this unique class of compounds to ensure data reliability. \nRecognize the practical advantages and limitations of different analytical methods and the data generated  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lilli Doughty\, MBA\, Economic Development Specialist\, Wahnapitae First Nation\n \n \n \nLilli Doughty\, MBA\, Economic Development Specialist\, Wahnapitae First Nation\nLilli Doughty is the Economic Development Specialist for Wahnapitae First Nation\, where she leads strategic initiatives to drive economic growth\, build sustainable partnerships\, and advance community well-being. With nearly a decade of experience working with First Nations in the areas of business development\, project planning\, and governance\, Lilli brings both expertise and cultural understanding to her work. \nShe is deeply committed to Indigenous economic development and continues to be a trusted leader in building strong\, values-based partnerships that support Nation rebuilding and sustainable success. \nPresentation Title: \nEarly Involvement\, Lasting Impact! \nWhat you’ll learn:  \nEarly involvement ensures First Nations have a strong voice in shaping projects\, protecting the land\, and securing fair economic opportunities. \nIt builds trust\, creates lasting partnerships\, and supports true self-determination for our communities. \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Dr. Omar I. Félix Villar\, Environmental Consultant\, SRK Consulting\n \n \n \nDr. Omar I. Félix Villar\,  Environmental Consultant\, SRK Consulting\nDr. Felix is a bilingual engineer with seven years of professional multidisciplinary experience in environmental\, permitting and mine closure related topics\, he has worked on a wide range of domestic and international projects. He is a registered Professional Engineer and keenly familiar with site specific characterization programs\, design and construction of stable\, economical and legally compliant mining installations\, with a focus on cost-effective closure solutions. \nPresentation Title: \n PFAS—emerging constituents of concern for mine closure studies. \nAbstract: \nA screening-level site investigation of per- and/or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) was conducted at six legacy mining sites in North America\, ranging from 10 to 92 years of inactivity. Soil and water samples were collected based on historical infrastructure locations\, current monitoring networks\, hydrogeological conditions\, and flow gradients. Groundwater\, leach drain-down solutions\, and pit lake water samples were collected\, along with soil samples from various locations near mining facilities. These samples were tested for 36 PFAS compounds. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Byron O'Connor\, VP Mining at Pinchin Ltd. and Dixie Ortiz\, BSc (Hons)\, Technical Manager\, Environmental Due Diligence & Remediation at Pinchin Ltd. at Pinchin Ltd\n \n \n \nByron O’Connor\, VP Mining at Pinchin Ltd.\nMr. O’Connor has provided permitting expertise for gold\, base metals\, lithium\, and industrial minerals projects. He has been a member of teams conducting EA’s and EISs and has served as a peer reviewer for components of EAs. He has been a contributing author and QP for Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility Studies for lithium\, gold\, and iron ore projects. \nHe has degrees in Geology and Geological Engineering and he is a licensed engineer in Ontario\, Nova Scotia\, Nunavut\, and the Northwest Territories.  \nMr. O’Connor has been Project Manager and/or Senior Engineer for site assessments\, audits and remediation projects at operating and abandoned mine sites\, tailings facilities\, smelter complexes and refineries throughout Canada and abroad.  \nDixie Ortiz\, BSc (Hons)\, Technical Manager\, Environmental Due Diligence & Remediation at Pinchin Ltd.\nMs. Ortiz is a Technical Manager in Pinchin’s Environmental Due Diligence & Remediation group\, with a special focus on providing services to the mining industry.  \nMs. Ortiz has completed projects from all stages of mining development\, from baseline data collection and assessments to legacy materials remediation and post-closure monitoring. She has provided technical and managerial support for both small- and large-scale mining projects\, including baseline assessments\, permit applications and support\, due diligence and compliance monitoring\, remedial action plan development for legacy materials\, closure plan development and support and post-closure monitoring.  \nPresentation Title: \nThe New Minerals Recovery Process in Ontario – Permitting Requirements and Case Study. \nAbstract: \nAn overview of Mining Act amendments and Ontario Regulation 463/24 Recovery of Minerals\, including some of the potential outcomes of the new permitting process which could include revenue generation to support environmental remediation and rehabilitation at closed/inactive sites. \nCase study: A project we’re currently working on\, of which we have just submitted one of the first permit applications under this new Regulation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Quinn Pinder\, Area Manager for Northern Ontario\, Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc.\n \n \n \nQuinn Pinder\, Area Manager for Northern Ontario with Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc.\nQuinn Pinder has more than a decade of experience delivering complex environmental remediation and water treatment projects for a broad range of clients\, including federal agencies\, provincial governments\, the mining sector\, and private industry. \nHis portfolio includes contaminated soil and groundwater remediation at industrial and commercial sites\, construction of advanced water treatment systems for mining operations\, and management of federally funded contaminated sediment and low-level radioactive waste remediation projects.  \nPresentation Title: \nWater Treatment That Works: A Northern Mine Case Study \nWhat you’ll learn: \nMilestone will showcase the design-build delivery of the Wesdome Eagle River RO Water Treatment Plant\, a modular six-container system built to treat copper- and iron-impacted tailings water. \nThe presentation will highlight process design\, commissioning\, and performance strategies that ensure compliance with stringent effluent discharge limits \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Robert Irwin\, Technical Manager\, Inorganic Chemistry at SGS North America\n \n \n \nRobert Irwin\, Technical Manager\, Inorganic Chemistry at SGS NAM\nRob’s mission is the management of technical aspects of the inorganic laboratory\, specializing in metals and radio-isotope analysis.  Rob’s duties include development of new technologies\, increasing laboratory efficiencies\, training/staff development\, and working directly with clients on a project-to-project basis to help provide solutions to analytical challenges.    \nRob has over 35 years of experience in analytical chemistry and laboratory management\, spending his first 12 years in mineral assay/process control before moving into his current role in environmental analyses. \nRob graduated with a B.Sc. in Chemistry and Biology from Trent University\, is a Charted Chemist (C.Chem.) and currently sits on the MECP technical advisory group for O Reg 153.    \nPresentation Title: \nMetals Analysis: History\, Challenges and Applications in the Environment. \nAbstract: \nThe measurement of metals in the environment has been used for years to track resources\, investigate environmental contamination and/or study contaminant mobility\, among others. \n\nWhile different technologies have been used to great advantage\, there are limitations that need to be understood. Sample preparation\, contamination control\, and data management all play a role in producing accurate\, reliable\, and defensible metals data.\n\nThere are several instances where knowledge of how the metals are associated with the host matrix (i.e. soil\, waste rock\, tailings) is key to understanding and predicting short- and long-term impacts. This presentation will explore advancements in sample preparation and instrumental analysis as well as some practical applications of the data.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Richard Cook\, Specialist Scientist at Knight Piesold and Zahir Jina\, Environment Director at Wyloo\n \n \n \nRichard Cook\, Specialist Scientist at Knight Piesold \nRichard Cook is a Specialist Environmental Scientist at Knight Piésold. He is a professional geoscientist with over 25 years of experience in the environmental assessment\, water management\, and closure planning aspects focused mainly on the mining industry. He leads teams conducting environmental and social impact assessments within Canada and internationally. He has also been centrally involved in regulatory\, community and Indigenous consultation programs\, Indigenous knowledge studies\, and socio-economic impact assessments. \nZahir Jina\, EP\, PMP\, C.E.T.\, AScT \nZahir Jina is a strategic leader with extensive experience in environmental management\, regulatory compliance\, and risk management.  Currently supporting Wyloo as Director\, Environment\, Zahir began his career as a field technician\, working in remote locations and designing and implementing various environmental programs.  Zahir has served as a consultant\, technical expert and proponent through all mine life cycles.  Zahir excels at establishing governance frameworks\, driving pragmatic solutions for complex environmental\, health\, and safety challenges\, approaching each as an opportunity to learn and stay curious.  A passionate collaborator\, Zahir is adept at fostering supportive environments with a variety of individuals and teams. He holds multiple designations\, including Environmental Professional (EP)\, and Project Management Professional (PMP) \nPresentation Title: \nThe Hidden Cost of Speed: Why Early Engagement and Robust Studies Pay Off. \nAbstract: \nResource constraints in mining frequently force a narrow focus on achieving immediate shareholder value\, often at the expense of comprehensive environmental understanding and proper project foundation. This creates a fundamental tension: the push for short-term gains frequently undermines a project’s long-term viability and social license to operate. \nRichard and Zahir will detail how specific early exploration activities and studies prove responsible development is not a cost\, but a long-term value driver.  We will present and discuss the critical shift in the industry as proponents become more proactive\, committing funds to meaningful community engagement well before the Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) phase. Crucial\, upfront investments are examples that are recognized as the surest path to enhancing overall project quality\, mitigating risk\, and ensuring sustained success. \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n\nEvent Schedule\n7:45 – 8:30 AM – Networking and Sign \n8:30 – 8:45 AM – Welcome Remarks \n8:45 – 9:15 AM – Early Involvement\, Lasting impact!  \nLilli Doughty\, MBA\, Economic Development Specialist\, Wahnapitae First Nation. \n9:15 – 9:45 AM – The Hidden Cost of Speed: Why Early Engagement and Robust Studies Pay Off. \nRichard Cook\, Specialist Scientist at Knight Piesold and Zahir Jina\, Director Environment at Wyloo. \n9:45 – 10:15 AM – Metals Analysis: History\, Challenges and Applications in the Environment. \nRobert Irwin\, Technical Manager\, Inorganic Chemistry at SGS North America. \n10:15 – 10:45 AM – Morning Break & Networking  \n10:45 – 11:15 AM – Water Treatment That Works: A Northern Mine Case Study \nQuinn Pinder\, Area Manager for Northern Ontario with Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc. \n11:15 – 11:45 AM – The New Minerals Recovery Process in Ontario – Permitting Requirements and Case Study. \nByron O’Connor\, VP Mining at Pinchin Ltd and Dixie Ortiz\, BSc (Hons)\, Technical Manager\, Environmental Due Diligence & Remediation at Pinchin Ltd. \n11:45 AM – 12:45 PM – Lunch and Networking \n12:45 – 1:15 PM – PFAS in Mining: Sampling and Analysis – Challenges and Solutions \nTerry Obal\, Specialty Testing Practice Leader\, SGS North America \n1:15 – 1:45 PM – PFAS— Emerging constituents of concern for mine closure studies \nDr. Omar I. Félix Villar\,  Environmental Consultant\, SRK Consulting \n1:45 – 2:00 PM – Closing Remarks \n\n REGISTER NOW URL:https://env.sgs.com/event/2025-northern-mining-environment-summit-mining-for-an-environmentally-sustainable-future/ LOCATION:SteelWorkers’ Union Hall & Conference Center\, 66 Brady St\, Greater Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 1C8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Mining ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://env.sgs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Event-Landing-Page-Image-Template-26.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR