Fieldwork Unleashed: Exploring the Power of Practical Experience, Inclusion, and Respect in Geoscience

Panel Session B

Thursday, April 17, 2025

12:00pm
1:30pm
ET
(America/Toronto)
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Event Details

Join us for an engaging session where three dynamic speakers delve into the transformative power of fieldwork! Discover the unique advantages of hands-on experience, explore strategies to create inclusive and empowering environments where every geoscientist can thrive, and learn how to navigate the complexities of earning the social license to operate with respect and integrity. This panel promises to inspire and inform, offering fresh perspectives on these vital topics.

Session Chair

Andrea Waldie, P.Geo., FGC

Waldie GeoGovernance

Sheila Ballantyne P.Geo.

University of Toronto

Presentation 1: Stories and Numbers Highlighting Harassment in Mining Workplaces and Solutions Towards Safe, Inclusive and Respectful Workplaces

Susan Lomas, P.Geo.

President, Lions Gate Geological Consulting Inc. and Mine Shift Foundation

Presentation 2: Everyday Respect in Rio Tinto

Attila Pentek

Manager, Rio Tinto Exploration Canada and Candice Wingerter, Senior Advisor, Health Safety Environment, Rio Tinto Exploration

Candice Wingerter

Senior Advisor
Health Safety Environment, and Security
Rio Tinto Canada

Presentation 3: A Practical Guide to ESG for Exploration Professionals

Valerie Pascale

CEO and Founder, Modern Core

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