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IMII Awards 2025 Al Shpyth Scholarship for Environmental Excellence

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The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) is proud to announce that Logan Englot, a Renewable Resource Management student at the University of Saskatchewan, has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Al Shpyth Scholarship for Environmental Excellence. The scholarship was created to honour the impactful career of Al Shpyth, who served as Executive Director … IMII Awards 2025 Al Shpyth Scholarship for Environmental Excellence

Collaborative applied research network drives mining innovation across the prairies

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Three new P2INACLE projects launch this fall with IMII Saskatchewan Polytechnic is leading an applied research network that brings together six top polytechnics across the prairies to drive innovation and economic growth in Canada. In partnership with the International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII), the network has launched three applied research projects to support the region’s … Collaborative applied research network drives mining innovation across the prairies

IMII’s DEMOday 2025 Showcases Leading Innovation for Saskatchewan’s Mining Industry

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The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) welcomed innovators, industry leaders, and stakeholders to DEMOday 2025 today in Saskatoon, where cutting-edge technologies were presented to meet the evolving needs of Saskatchewan’s potash and uranium sectors. Chosen from an open call addressing 20 identified technology needs — from waste heat recovery to machine learning and water treatment … IMII’s DEMOday 2025 Showcases Leading Innovation for Saskatchewan’s Mining Industry

International Minerals Innovation Institute Recognizes Executive Leadership Transition

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With the upcoming retirement of Executive Director Al Shpyth at the end of June, the International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) is recognizing his outstanding contributions to the organization and the broader minerals sector. Al’s retirement was previously announced in December 2024, and IMII, along with its members, now takes the opportunity to formally thank him … International Minerals Innovation Institute Recognizes Executive Leadership Transition

IMII Launches Workforce Development Challenge to Strengthen Saskatchewan’s Minerals Industry Talent Pipeline

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The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for its Workforce Development Challenge Program, an initiative designed to address urgent and emerging labour market needs in Saskatchewan’s minerals industry. Saskatchewan is home to world-leading mining operations and globally critical minerals such as potash and uranium. However, the sector faces significant challenges … IMII Launches Workforce Development Challenge to Strengthen Saskatchewan’s Minerals Industry Talent Pipeline

IMII Partners with Jocelyn Peltier-Huntley to Drive Positive Change through Allyship within the Minerals Industry

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New study and Active Allies course offer innovative approaches to gender equity and workplace inclusion The International Minerals Innovation Institute (IMII) is proud to announce the release of a pioneering allyship study led by Dr. Jocelyn Peltier-Huntley, a mechanical engineer and interdisciplinary researcher. The study tackles the persistent barriers of discrimination and harassment that impact … IMII Partners with Jocelyn Peltier-Huntley to Drive Positive Change through Allyship within the Minerals Industry

Celebrating USask’s Success at the 2025 Canadian Mining Games!

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PrairiesCan provides nearly $900,000 to Prairie polytechnics’ P2INACLE

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PrairiesCan invests $899,500 in Prairie Polytechnic Innovation Network Accelerating Commercialization for Local Ecosystems (P2INACLE) February 26, 2025 – PrairiesCan is investing $899,500 into the Prairie Polytechnic Innovation Network Accelerating Commercialization for Local Ecosystems (P2INACLE). P2INACLE will drive social, economic and technological innovation across western Canada by providing businesses access to polytechnic facilities, equipment and research expertise. P2INACLE … PrairiesCan provides nearly $900,000 to Prairie polytechnics’ P2INACLE

Meet Saskatchewan, Global Energy And Mining Powerhouse

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Published on Forbes.com – Meet Saskatchewan, Global Energy And Mining Powerhouse Located in the heart of Canada, the province of Saskatchewan has the resources needed to help ensure food and energy security for generations. Saskatchewan is one of the only jurisdictions in the world that sustainably produces crude oil, natural gas, helium, potash, uranium, gold … Meet Saskatchewan, Global Energy And Mining Powerhouse

IMII Executive Director – Position Details

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IMII’s office is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. Treaty 6 encompasses the lands of the Cree, Dakota, Nakota, Saulteaux (SO-TOE) and the Homeland of the Métis Nation. We pay our respect to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our enduring relationship with one another and recognize the importance of reconciliation in building a shared future.

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