Canadian Mineral Analysts Conference 2026

Name: Canadian Mineral Analysts Conference 2026
Start: 2026-09-13T18:00:00Z
End: 2026-09-17T22:00:00Z
Location: Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel

Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel

September 13-17, 2026

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CMA 2026 will be co-hosted by the Saskatchewan Research Council and the Canadian Light Source

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.

Canadian Mineral Analysts

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Registration

Early bird registration ends on June 26th, 2026 @ 8:00 am CST. Registration closes on August 14th, 2026 @ 5:00 pm CST.

Delegate and Student Registration

Exhibitor Registration

Early‑Bird Rates

Available until June 26th, 2026

Regular Delegate: $650 CAD

Student: $450 CAD

Standard Rates

After June 26th, 2026

Regular Delegate: $750 CAD

Student: $500 CAD

Registration provides access to:

Networking events; technical talk program; full tradeshow access

Call for Technical Talks

Our technical talk submission is open now until June 26th, 2026 @ 5:00 pm CST.

Technical Talk Submission

We’re inviting proposals on the following themes:

Looking Ahead: New Methods and Innovations in the Lab and on the Road
Advancements in Critical Mineral Analyses
Advancements in Spectroscopy
How AI and Automation are Changing the Game
Improving Sample Preparation and Best Practices
Enhance: Trace Metal Analysis
Advancing the Canadian Mining Industry
Environmental Analysis
Exploration to Mine Closure: Techniques that Support the Mining Cycle
Analyzing the North: Exploration through Production - How Science Benefits Northern Communities

Other relevant topics are welcome—bring your ideas and share your expertise!

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Venue

This year’s CMA 2026 Conference takes place at the Sheraton Saskatoon, with networking opportunities at some of the city’s top downtown locations.

Important Information

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Learn who will be attending, explore networking opportunities, and review the key topics featured at this year’s conference.

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Schedule

We’ve prepared a preliminary event schedule to assist with planning your visit—explore what the conference has in store.

Conference Schedule

Sponsor

There are many ways you can contribute to CMA 2026. Explore our sponsorship packages and other ways to support the conference.

Become a Sponsor

Accommodations

Secure your stay for the conference. Book your group rate at the Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel.

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.

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