Trailblazer Awards

Recognize a woman in the Canadian mining industry today

Without visibility and awards highlighting the contributions women are making to this industry, females will remain under-represented. The sector will lag in its ability to reach its potential. You can be part of the solution. Consider the women you work with. Who brings fresh perspectives, inclusive thought-leadership and is a valuable asset? It’s likely you know at least three women who meet these criteria.

The Women In Mining Canada Trailblazer Awards Series recognizes women who embody the trailblazing spirit, which refers to the leadership mindset needed to make extraordinary personal strides to navigate the Canadian mining industry. By nominating one (or multiple women), you support gender diversity within the mining industry while showing others you stand behind equity, diversity and inclusion. Be a proud supporter. 

The nominations for the Trailblazer Award Series are now open! The deadline is December 8, 2023 at 11:59PM ET.

Click on an Award to nominate someone today!

Trailblazer Award

Honouring women in the Canadian mining industry to draw attention to the important role they in the industry, share success stories, and encourage more young women to enter our industry.
Click here to nominate a Trailblazer

Indigenous Trailblazer Award

Recognizing and celebrating the contributions of Indigenous women to the development of the Canadian mining industry.
Click here to nominate an Indigenous Trailblazer

Rick Hutson Mentorship Award

Recognizing the mentors and coaches who have supported, encouraged, guided and advised women along their journey in the Canadian mining industry.
Click here to nominate a Mentor

Indigenous Student Trailblazer Award

$5,000 scholarship sponsored by Sprott
Recognizing female students who have demonstrated leadership in supporting other Indigenous people and women looking to have careers in the mining industry.
Click here to nominate an Indigenous Student Trailblazer

Student Trailblazer Award

$5,000 scholarship sponsored by Dundee Precious Metals
Recognizing female students who have demonstrated leadership in supporting other women looking to have careers in the mining industry.
Click here to nominate a Student Trailblazer

Visibility & insights

Numbers speak volumes

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Percent of women see male-dominated culture as an obstacle for their career
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Percent of women who say a top barrier to gender equity is lack of information on how to advance
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Percent of women who have been provided information by their company on how to advance their career
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Percent of women who have had a career discussion with their mentor in the past 24 months
Source: 2018 Diversity Best Practices Inclusion Index
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