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Career Spotlight
Real stories of professionals working in B.C.’s mining industry.
Monica Moretto
Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs and Social Responsibility
Born in Argentina, Monica Moretto immigrated to Canada in 2003 and was drawn to the mining industry because she felt that she could contribute to the challenges that the industry currently faces in areas related to communications and social license.…
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Kendra Syme
First Aid Coordinator
Kendra was working as a paramedic with BC ambulance when she decided to start her own company with just herself and one mobile treatment centre. Kendra now has 3 mobile treatment centres, a retail first aid supply store and is…
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Rodney Pierce
Millwright
When Rodney began his career in the mining industry, an apprenticeship was “not part of the plan.” But he knew that getting hired was the start of many possibilities. Being in British Columbia, he also is able to enjoy the…
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Michael LeCouffe
Field Assistant
Michael is a field assistant for UT M Exploration Services based in Smithers, B.C. His job involves working closely with exploration geologists as they conduct field sampling in the mountains of Northwest B.C. “The most important thing is to be…
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Wesley Keating
Driller's Helper
Wes was tired of the suit and city life and found himself searching for drilling companies online after talking with his brother who works as a helicopter pilot in the Yukon. “I grew up on Vancouver Island where these types…
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