Canadian Mineral Analysts Conference 2026
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CMA 2026 will be co-hosted by the Saskatchewan Research Council and the Canadian Light Source
Meet Our Keynote Speakers!
Dr Joseph Essilfie-Dughan is a Geochemist with ORANO Canada Inc based in Saskatoon, SK.
He received his BSc (Hons) in Chemistry from the University of Cape Coast in Ghana and PhD in Chemistry from University of Saskatchewan.
He worked with Jim Hendry’s Group in the Department of Geological Sciences, University of Saskatchewan between 2007 and 2017 initially as Post-doctoral Research Fellow and later as Professional Research Associate.
His research interests are:
• Characterization of mine waste (waste rock and tailings) to determine their long-term geochemical stability, and the environmental impact of the potential transport of contaminants from mine waste storage facilities to the receiving environment and,
• Design and development of alternative industrial effluent/mine water treatment methods that create discharged effluent that is optimize for long-term protection of the environment.
Dr. Lindsay is a Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. His research in environmental geochemistry and mineralogy broadly examines controls on metal mobility in the terrestrial hydrosphere. Lindsay is particularly interested in complex metal-mineral interactions under dynamic environmental conditions, where diverse reaction pathways can produce non-intuitive outcomes for metal mobility and bioavailability.
Take a look at our Technical Talk program!
What is CMA?
The Canadian Mineral Analysts (CMA), formed in 1969, is an association comprised of Canadian earth science, mineral exploration and mining analytical laboratories in government, academic institutions, the mining industry, and the private sector. Members include manufacturers and suppliers of instruments and equipment for analytical laboratories, as well as suppliers of laboratory consumables.
The annual conference and exhibition provide an opportunity for analysts, technical staff, and managers to exchange information and to develop lasting and meaningful contacts with their colleagues in the mining industry and with manufacturers and suppliers of analytical equipment and related products and services. The CMA publishes the proceedings of each annual meeting, which contains all the technical and informational papers presented at the conference, and makes them available to all CMA members and meeting attendees.
CMA Memberships
The Canadian Mineral Analysts offers both Individual and Corporate memberships. Learn more about the benefits to becoming a member!
Individual Memberships
Corporate Memberships
This year’s CMA 2026 Conference takes place at the Sheraton Saskatoon, with networking opportunities at some of the city’s top downtown locations.
Learn who will be attending, explore networking opportunities, and review the key topics featured at this year’s conference.
We’ve prepared a preliminary event schedule to assist with planning your visit—explore what the conference has in store.
There are many ways you can contribute to CMA 2026. Explore our sponsorship packages and other ways to support the conference.
Saskatoon, SK
CMA 2026 will be held in Saskatoon, which is on Treaty 6 territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We understand the importance of acknowledging the past and embracing a future where Indigenous peoples and their traditions are valued and supported. Together, we strive for a more inclusive and equitable business environment that benefits all.
Learn more about Saskatoon and what our beautiful city has to offer.
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Location
Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel
612 Spadina Crescent E
Saskatoon, SK
Canada
Dates
Registration period:
February 2, 2026 - 7:30 AM CST - September 16, 2026 - 5:00 PM CST
Contact us
If you have any questions, please contact anna.elliott@lightsource.ca
