Sunday, January 17, 2010
Ice Breaker Reception
Bayshore Ballroom Foyer
4:30 to 6:30 pm
This opening reception provides an opportunity to mingle with fellow delegates.
Student-Industry Networking Event
Currents Restaurant
6:00 to 9:00 pm
This event provides an opportunity for students to meet and talk with people working in the business to find out what kinds of job and career opportunities are available, and what one needs to do as a student to get the career you want.
*Tickets required and conference badges must be worn to obtain entrance to event.
Monday, January 18, 2010
24th Annual Roundup Hockey Challenge
12:45 to 3:45 pm (changed from original time 1:00 to 4:00 pm)
The Roundup Hockey Challenge is a round-robin style tournament. Approximately 80 players with a wide variety of skill levels usually participate, representing teams from industry, academia, and government; spectators are welcome. The event will take place at Burnaby 8 Rinks www.icesports.com/burnaby8rinks. If you are interested in playing, please contact Robin Black at 604.688.9806. The fee to participate is $15, which will be donated to the Mineral Resources Education Program of BC www.bcminerals.ca.
Yukon Night
Stanley Park Ballroom
7:00 to 10:00 pm
Come attend a spirited social gathering in celebration of the Yukon coordinated by the Yukon Chamber of Mines.
*Conference badges must be worn to obtain entrance to event.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
BC Night
Stanley Park Ballroom
7:00 to 10:00 pm
Plan to join representatives from BC communities that support and encourage mineral exploration and mine development in their communities and representatives from service and supply companies operating in these communities as they celebrate what British Columbia has to offer. Come dance the night away as AME BC celebrates its 27th successful Mineral Exploration Roundup at this lively event. Coordinated by AME BC.
*Conference badges must be worn to obtain entrance to event.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
AME BC Awards Night and Silent Auction
*SOLD OUT*
Stanley Park Ballroom and Foyer
*TIME CHANGE
Please note that the time for this event has been revised. Please see information below:
New time - 5:30 to 6:30 pm Auction and Reception
New time - 6:30 to 9:30 pm Dinner & Awards
Keynote Speaker: The Right Honourable Jean Chrétien
Click here for more information.
Ticket Required
This gala event honours individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the mineral exploration and mining sector. For a description of the awards please visit www.amebc.ca/roundup/socialprograms/awards.aspx. Proceeds from the Silent Auction will go to the Mineral Resources Education Program of BC.
Annual Curling Bonspiel
Time: 7:00-11:00 pm
This annual event is a great networking opportunity for those who curl! It will take place at the North Shore Winter Club in North Vancouver. The cost to participate is $15 per person or $20 per team – proceeds will benefit the Mineral Resources Education Program of BC ((link to MREP website)). Usually approximately 60 people play; as of January 10 space is still available. Contact Glen Dickson at Gold-Ore Resources Ltd. at 604.687.8884, for more information or to register.
Alaska Night
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Annual party presented by the Alaska Miners Association.
Marine Room
*Conference badges must be worn to obtain entrance to event