CIM Porcupine Branch

CIM Porcupine Branch Canadian Institute of Mining - Porcupine Branch Timmins Mining Origins
Timmins was founded in 1912; the community was a “by-product” of the Porcupine Gold Rush.

Situated 680 km north of Toronto, the camp attracted men and women eager to find their fortune and carve a name for themselves in “New Ontario”. Starting in 1907, the area became home to dozens of prospectors who explored the areas around Porcupine Lake and the Frederick House River

CIM Porcupine Branch
The 2015 year marks the 5 year anniversary of the CIM Porcupine Branch's reopening with the lo

cal membership making major steps to establishing itself as a keystone to the Timmins community and the premier mining professional society. Accomplishments:
-Establishment of a $50,000 endowment which generates 4 annual scholarships to the Haileybury School of Mines for mining and instrumentation students
-Annual professional networking events including:
-CIM - Ontario Mining Cup
-CIM - Golf Tournament
-CIM - Steak and Lobster Dinner
-CIM - Curling Bonspiel
-Developing Technical Mining Talks within community
-Building of the chapter's executive to almost 3 times the size
-Chapters total active membership has grown to over 200 industry professionals

06/11/2026
Dust off your clubs! The CIM 15th Annual Golf Tournament is officially back! 🏌️‍♀️ We are thrilled to invite you to a fa...
05/19/2026

Dust off your clubs! The CIM 15th Annual Golf Tournament is officially back! 🏌️‍♀️

We are thrilled to invite you to a fantastic day out on the greens, proudly sponsored by our friends at Agnico Eagle Mines Limited. Whether you're looking to network, enjoy some friendly competition, or just spend a beautiful afternoon outdoors, this is the event of the season you won't want to miss!

Here is everything you need to know to get your team ready:
🗓 Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
📍 Location: Spruce Needles Golf Club
⏰ Registration: 11:30 AM
🚀 Shot Gun Start: 1:00 PM

🎟 How to Register:
Gather your crew and lock in your spot today! Registration is now officially open online.

🔗 Click the Eventbrite link below to register your team:

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cim-porcupine-annual-golf-tournament-tickets-1989233697538?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile

Space is limited, so don't wait until the last minute. See you on the course! ☀️⛳️

The 15th Annual CIM Golf Tournament at Spruce Needles is set to be the ultimate day of golf, networking, and fun!

The CIM Porcupine Branch is proud to support the next generation of mining professionals through its High School Scholar...
04/20/2026

The CIM Porcupine Branch is proud to support the next generation of mining professionals through its High School Scholarship program.

Open to Grade 12 students pursuing post-secondary studies in mining-related fields, these scholarships recognize academic achievement, community involvement, and interest in the industry.

📅 Application deadline: May 22

Don’t miss this opportunity to take the next step toward a career in mining—apply today or share with a student who should!
Link: https://forms.gle/v45VfeizaY72A1JX7
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La section Porcupine de l’ICM est fière de soutenir la prochaine génération de professionnels du secteur minier grâce à son programme de bourses d’études secondaires.

Ouvertes aux élèves de 12e année qui envisagent des études postsecondaires dans des domaines liés à l’industrie minière, ces bourses récompensent les résultats scolaires, l’engagement communautaire et l’intérêt pour le secteur.

📅 Date limite de candidature : 22 mai

Ne manquez pas cette occasion de faire un pas de plus vers une carrière dans le secteur minier : postulez dès aujourd’hui ou partagez cette information avec un élève qui pourrait être intéressé ! Lien: https://forms.gle/H61M9pp4qEPw1ynm8

On behalf of CIM Porcupine Branch, we want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who made this event such a success. Fr...
04/20/2026

On behalf of CIM Porcupine Branch, we want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who made this event such a success. From our generous sponsors, to our amazing vendors, and all of the teams who came out to compete, your support and participation truly made the weekend unforgettable.

A very special thank you goes out to our volunteers. Your time, effort, and dedication behind the scenes kept everything running smoothly, and we truly couldn’t have done it without you.

The energy, sportsmanship, and community spirit shown both on and off the ice is what this tournament is all about, and we couldn’t have asked for a better group.

A big congratulations to our division champions:
🏆 A Division – DSR Contracting Inc.
🏆 B Division – SMS Equipment Inc.

Well deserved wins!

Thank you again to everyone involved, we’re already looking forward to next year! 👏

04/18/2026
04/18/2026

Dumas was pleased to take part in the CIM Porcupine Ontario Mining Cup Tournament, bringing together mining industry teams from across Ontario in Timmins.

Held at the Archie Dillon Sportsplex, the event provided an opportunity to connect with peers and strengthen the relationships that support our work across the region.

Events like this highlight the strength of the mining community in Northern Ontario and the importance of collaboration both on and off the ice.

⛸️🍔 Today’s the Day! 🍔⛸️The CIM Porcupine Ontario Mining Cup Tournament - 2026  is officially underway, and we’re so exc...
04/18/2026

⛸️🍔 Today’s the Day! 🍔⛸️

The CIM Porcupine Ontario Mining Cup Tournament - 2026 is officially underway, and we’re so excited for another amazing day at the rink!

A huge thank you to all of the teams and volunteers for their hard work and dedication yesterday, you helped kick things off in the best way possible! 👏

Join us today for the Family BBQ & Skate, proudly sponsored by Agnico Eagle Mines Limited. Bring the whole family out to enjoy some time on the ice and grab some great food!

🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Archie Dillon Sportsplex

We can’t wait to see everyone there!

🏒 IT’S GAME DAY 🏒CIM Porcupine Ontario Mining Cup Tournament - 2026 is officially underway!We’re all set up and ready, w...
04/17/2026

🏒 IT’S GAME DAY 🏒

CIM Porcupine Ontario Mining Cup Tournament - 2026 is officially underway!

We’re all set up and ready, who’s coming out this weekend? 👀

⏰ First game at 10:00 AM!
Discovery Silver Corp. vs. Dumas Mining

A few reminders before you head in:
• Cash bar only (Tap It / Full Beard)
• ATM on site — but bring cash to be safe
• No outside alcohol & none in dressing rooms

• Please don’t drink and drive 🚫

📅 Tomorrow: Family Skate + BBQ | 11 AM – 1 PM

🔗 Schedule is linked — check when your team plays!
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☀️ Beautiful day ahead — perfect for hockey, drinks, and good company

See you at the rink 🙌

A huge thank you to Johnson’s Your Independent Grocer for their generous donation of water and Gatorade for the CIM Porc...
04/16/2026

A huge thank you to Johnson’s Your Independent Grocer for their generous donation of water and Gatorade for the CIM Porcupine Ontario Mining Cup Tournament - 2026 ! 🏒💧

Your support helps keep our players hydrated and performing at their best all weekend long, we truly appreciate your contribution to making this tournament a success.

Thank you for supporting our players and our community! 👏

Address

Timmins, ON
P4N2G0

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19023500343

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