07 January 2025

As many of you are aware, CIM has spent much of 2024 developing a new Strategic Plan.

Central to this process was a thorough review of our bylaws and governance. These initiatives recognize that achieving our strategic objectives, especially vis-à-vis operational excellence, requires vibrant societies, branches, and committees, all supported by a strong National Office.

Through discussions between CIM Council and its constituent groups, it was determined that the current structure of committees did not sufficiently support our collective goals. Many of you shared challenges related to succession planning and volunteer capacity. As a result, a new reporting structure was approved at the November 2024 Council meeting.

For the sake of improved oversight, structure, and good governance, CIM committees will be simplified and streamlined. The new structure, outlined below, will address the challenges shared, and strengthen our societies, committees, and the work we do together as OneCIM.

The following four committees will report directly to CIM Council.

• Audit and Risk Committee
• Executive Committee
• Governance Committee
• HR and Compensation Committee (NEW! These responsibilities were formerly part of the President’s Council.)

The following committees have been reclassified as sub-sections of CIM societies.

• Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee (DIAC) under Environmental & Social Responsibility Society
• Mineral Resources & Mineral Reserves Committee (MRMR) under Mineral Resources & Mineral Reserves Society (Formerly, Geological Society)
• Standards, Guidelines and Leading Practices Directorate (SGLPD) under Mineral Resources & Mineral Reserves Society
• Special Committee on the Valuation of Mineral Properties (CIMVal) under Management and Economics Society

Other committees and working groups have been classified or reclassified as sub-sections of CIM committees.

• Canadian Mining Schools under Executive Committee
• By-law & Governance Review Working Group under Governance Committee
• Investment Working Group under Audit & Risk Committee

Three committees have now become part of the management function of the CIM National Office.

• Awards Committee
• Membership Committee
• Professional Development Committee

The National Office will be working with the members of these former committees to explore ways to create even more volunteer activities within CIM.

Two committees have been dissolved.

• The International Advisory Committee
• The President’s Council

On behalf of CIM Council, we want to extend our sincere thanks to the volunteers on these committees and to all who participated in this important process. These initiatives represent a significant move toward strengthening our structure and ensuring that we are well positioned to achieve our strategic goals. Your ongoing support and collaboration will result in a stronger and more sustainable future for CIM. Thank you for your commitment to this important work.  

View the 2025 CIM Strategic Plan