SOCIAL EVENTS

Networking Events and Luncheons

CIM CONNECT 2025 has a wide array of social activities to ensure you make the most of your networking opportunities. Elevate your lunch experience! Engage in conversations with individuals from diverse sectors of the mining industry. Remember, networking is not just about who you know; it’s equally important who knows you.

First Time Attendee & VIP Reception

Sunday, May 4 | 15:30-16:30

First-time CIM Convention delegates join seasoned CIM mentors for mentorship, orientation and new connections. Start your convention experience on the right foot!

 By invitation

Sponsored by

Opening Ceremony & Welcome Reception

Sunday, May 4 | 16:30-20:00 

Ceremony in registration foyer prior to the reception at the Expo,the ideal meeting place for networking, knowledge exchange and business.  

Meet old colleagues and friends over a drink and finger foods at the reception on the Expo floor while discovering exhibitor innovations.

Included in the delegate registration fee 

Sponsored by

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Lunches at the EXPO

Monday and Tuesday | 12:00 - 14:00

Lunches at the EXPO will take place on Monday and Tuesday from 12:00 to 14:00. 

Lunch ticket(s) are included with each delegate registration.

Monday Lunch sponsored by

Receptions at the EXPO

Monday and Tuesday | 15:30 to 17:00

Cocktail receptions at the EXPO will take place on Monday and Tuesday from 15:30 to 17:00.

Drink ticket(s) are included with each delegate registration. 

Wednesday Lunch with Guest Speaker

Wednesday | 12:00 to 14:00

The technical program continues, and delegates are invited to have lunch together with an invited guest speaker before heading to the afternoon sessions.

Lunch ticket is included with each delegate registration. 

Closing Reception

Wednesday, May 7 | 16:45-17:45

Let’s raise our glasses to a week filled with learning, knowledge exchange, networking, business – and mostly, SUCCESS! Toast to old and new friendships and satisfy your sweet tooth while we recap the highlights of the 2025 convention and expo.