Introduction to Mineral Resources Estimates

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Date: Friday, January 21, 2011
Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location: The Westin Bayshore – Oak Room 1 & 2, level 2 (subject to change)
Presented by: AME BC & Marc Jutras (Alamos Gold Inc.)
Sponsored by: Agnico-Eagle Mines Limited

Mineral resource estimates are publicly disclosed through press releases, technical reports, and annual reports. The techniques involved in the calculation of resources over the last 20 years have evolved greatly and can be at times overwhelming. The objectives of this one-day presentation are to firstly describe the methodology utilized in resource estimation in a simple and clear manner, and secondly to discuss the presentation of that information in public documents such as press releases and technical reports.

In the first segment of the presentation, the focus will be on understanding the concepts behind the estimation of mineral resources. Items such as basic statistics, spatial continuity of grade, grade estimation and validation, and resource classification will be discussed.

In the second segment of the presentation, the attention will be directed at the public disclosure of mineral resources. Tips at how to read between the lines and what information should one look for in a press release or in a technical report will be presented.

The main goal of this presentation is to provide sufficient knowledge to be able to comprehend and form an opinion about mineral resource information in publicly disclosed documents.

This presentation is addressed to geologists, mining engineers, investors, analysts, and anyone who is interested in a better understanding of the estimation of mineral resources.

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