Mining

Canada has one of the world's largest mining supply industries globally with over 4000 companies specializing in all areas of mining, including environmental services, mine automation and remote mining solutions. In addition, Canadian companies produce over 60 minerals and metals in Canada and abroad.

The mining industry is divided into three categories: exploration, production, and suppliers. It includes the following areas:

  • mineral exploration
  • extraction
  • processing and operation
  • the production and manufacturing of mining equipment
  • service suppliers

Your business can benefit from export opportunities in new markets looking for Canadian expertise and solutions.

Top markets for this industry

Canada is home to almost half of the world’s publicly listed mining and mineral exploration companies that are active both in Canada and abroad. Canada’s Critical Minerals Strategy prioritizes 34 minerals that are essential for tomorrow’s technologies and strives to build secure supply chains while upholding Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) industry principles.

Priority markets for TCS support in the mining sector include:

  • United States
  • Mexico
  • Chile
  • Peru
  • Argentina
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

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Canadian Delegation at Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) 2025

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June 22 to 26, 2025
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April 21 to June 21, 2025
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Aerospace, Agriculture and processed foods, Alcoholic beverages, Automotive, Chemicals and plastics, Clean technologies, Consumer products, Creative industries, Education, Financial and insurance services, Fish and seafood, Forestry and wood products, Industrial machinery, Information and communications technologies, Infrastructure, Life sciences, Mining, Oil and gas, Professional services, Tourism, Transportation
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New Orleans, Louisiana

Intra-African Trade Fair 2025

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September 4 to 10, 2025
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April 16 to July 16, 2025
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Algiers, Algeria

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Signature events

Every year, we support Canadian businesses at premier mining events. These opportunities allow you to showcase your strengths and expertise.

The following events are part of our annual calendar:

  • Mining Indaba (Cape Town, South Africa)
  • PDAC Annual Convention (Toronto, Canada)

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