# Event Details - **Event Name**: CIM Edmonton - Underground Mine Night - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: CIM Edmonton's season home opener. Join us for Underground Mine Night 2026 and an evening of networking and industry connectionsAbout this EventRegister Today!Canada’s mining sector is at a pivotal crossroads: meeting the urgent demand for a skilled, job-ready underground workforce while rapidly integrating next-generation technologies.Join us for Underground Mine Night, co-hosted by Digitec, Sandvik and Technica Mining, for an exclusive dual-presentation event exploring how industry leaders are solving today’s labor shortages and driving operational performance.What to Expect1. Operational Performance & Connected Mine TechnologyFeatured Speaker: Dustin Caouette, Sales Manager – Digitec, SandvikWhile mine automation and connected technologies dominate industry headlines, the real test is execution. Dustin will share practical strategies for deploying digital solutions underground to unlock measurable gains in safety, efficiency, and productivity.2. Workforce DevelopmentFeatured Speaker: Jim Lundrigan, Technica MiningAddressing Canada's skilled labor shortage requires proactive industry leadership. Jim will dive into current workforce needs in underground mining and introduce Technica Mining’s investment in a dedicated underground training tunnel.Discover how this facility provides a practical environment for both new entrants and experienced workers to build technical skills, gain real hands-on experience, and accelerate career readiness. Learn how collaborative partnerships between mining companies, educators, and industry partners are building sustainable talent pipelines.Who Should AttendMining executives, operations managers, and site leadershipHR and workforce development professionalsMining engineers, equipment operators, and technical specialistsEducators, students, and industry partners interested in mining careers and innovationWhy Attend?Gain industry Insights: Learn how leading organizations are tackling labor shortages and operational bottlenecks.Explore Innovations: Discover how dedicated training facilities and digital tools are transforming underground operations.Network with Peers: Connect with mining executives, technical experts, and industry partners.Agenda🕑: 05:15 PM - 06:00 PMDoors open/mingling🕑: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PMDinner🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PMAutomation and Digital Solutions – SandvikHost: Dustin Caouette, Sales Manager Digitec NA Sandvik🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:45 PMNetworking break and dessert🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:15 PMBuilding the Future of Underground Mining – TechnicaHost: Jim Lundrigan, Chief Operating Officer -Technica Mining🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:00 PMThank-you/closing - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edmonton/cim-edmonton-underground-mine-night/100002002088424372 - **Event Categories**: workshops, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: All Ages - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: The University Club of the U of A - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 10, max: 50, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Edmonton - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: The University Club of the U of A - **lat**: 53.5300382 - **long**: -113.5283787 - **full address**: The University Club of the U of A, 11435 Saskatchewan Drive Northwest, Edmonton, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CIM Edmonton - Underground Mine Night - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/c95a7b9d91b9c62027c98dfbaed687dbd6b926f1dc7b0835421b43a51b417eb1-rimg-w1179-h651-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1790349074 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CIM Edmonton - Underground Mine Night being held? - **A:** CIM Edmonton - Underground Mine Night takes place on Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 22 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at The University Club of the U of A, 11435 Saskatchewan Drive Northwest, Edmonton, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing CIM Edmonton - Underground Mine Night? - **A:** CIM Edmonton - Underground Mine Night is organized by CIM Edmonton Branch. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CIM Edmonton - Underground Mine Night is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edmonton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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