The Forum, the 14th annual Energy and Mines Toronto Summit, continues to develop as the must-attend gathering for mining, First Nations, government, and finance leaders engaged with driving the province’s critical minerals future. Other recent additions to the two-day agenda featuring 60+ speakers include:

• Peter Xavier, Chief Operating Officer, Canada Metals, Glencore
• Scott Monteith, President and CEO, Avalon Advanced Materials
• Matthew Jackson, Vice President, Indigenous Partnerships and Business Development, Hydro One
• Michael Pickersgill, Partner, Torys LLP
• Andrew McHardy, Partner & National Energy Transformation & Decarbonization Leader, KPMG
• Tara Ingram, Director of Economic Development, Matawa First Nations Management
• Booker Cornea, Market Lead, Commercial Banking, First Nations Bank of Canada

These leaders will bring critical perspectives on policy, financing, Indigenous partnerships, and global competitiveness—topics at the heart of Ontario’s strategy to scale its critical minerals sector.

For mining companies, this Forum delivers timely updates on government funding, permitting reforms, and infrastructure planning. For First Nations, it highlights emerging models for Indigenous-led financing and partnerships. For investors and finance experts, it provides insight into de-risking projects and unlocking capital. And for government representatives, it is the place to engage directly with industry and Indigenous leaders shaping Ontario’s next decade of growth.

With 500+ senior decision-makers expected, this is the must-attend event for anyone advancing Ontario’s role in the global critical minerals supply chain.