<img src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ian.png" sizes="(max-width: 967px) 100vw, 967px" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ian.png 967w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ian-300x294.png 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ian-768x752.png 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ian-12x12.png 12w" alt="" width="967" height="947" /> <h2>Ian Crundwell, P.Geo</h2> Resource Geologist <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> Geostatistics, resource estimation, reserve audit</li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> Over 30 years</li> </ul> <h3>Organic</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> <p data-start="190" data-end="695">Ian Crundwell is a professional geoscientist with over 30 years of experience in mineral resource estimation and related activities, including geostatistical studies, due diligence audits and studies, and grade control surveys.</p> <p data-start="190" data-end="695"><br data-start="293" data-end="296" />Its expertise covers several commodities, including gold, silver, platinum and platinum group metals (PGMs), base metals, diamonds and nickel-PGE.<br data-start="463" data-end="466" />Ian has worked on projects in Canada, the United States, Peru, Brazil, Portugal, South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia.</p> </article>

<img width="966" height="947" src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/1991/10/Paul.png" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/1991/10/Paul.png 966w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/1991/10/Paul-300x294.png 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/1991/10/Paul-768x753.png 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/1991/10/Paul-12x12.png 12w" sizes="(max-width: 966px) 100vw, 966px" /> <h3>Training</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><ul data-start="1746" data-end="2039"><li data-start="1746" data-end="1818"><p data-start="1748" data-end="1818"><strong data-start="1748" data-end="1783">DESS in engineering management</strong>, University of Sherbrooke (2015)</p></li><li data-start="1819" data-end="1929"><p data-start="1821" data-end="1929"><strong data-start="1821" data-end="1873">DESS in mining engineering – backfilling specialization</strong>, University of Quebec in Abitibi-Témiscamingue (2004)</p></li><li data-start="1930" data-end="1991"><p data-start="1932" data-end="1991"><strong data-start="1932" data-end="1964">Bachelor of Mining Engineering</strong>, Laval University (1977)</p></li><li data-start="1992" data-end="2039"><p data-start="1994" data-end="2039"><strong data-start="1994" data-end="2030">Certificate in Project Management</strong> (2012)</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2041" data-end="2078"><strong data-start="2045" data-end="2078">Professional affiliations</strong></h3><ul data-start="2079" data-end="2247"><li data-start="2079" data-end="2123"><p data-start="2081" data-end="2123">Order of Engineers of Quebec (OIQ)</p></li><li data-start="2124" data-end="2168"><p data-start="2126" data-end="2168">Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)</p></li><li data-start="2169" data-end="2247"><p data-start="2171" data-end="2247">Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM-IMC)</p></li></ul><p data-start="2276" data-end="2791"> </p></article> <h2>Paul Gauthier, P.Eng</h2> <p>Senior Mining Engineer</p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> <p>Open Pit and Underground Mines</p> </li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> <p>Over 40 years old</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Biography</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><p data-start="149" data-end="718">With over forty years of experience in mining engineering, Paul Gauthier has dedicated most of his career to mining operations in Quebec, Ontario, and the Northwest Territories. A graduate in mining engineering from Université Laval, he has held technical leadership and management positions with major mining companies such as Gaspé Copper, Audrey Mobrun, Barrick Gold (Bousquet 1, Bousquet 2, and Meikle), Xstrata Sudbury Nickel Operations (Fraser, Craig, Onaping Depth), De Beers (Victor), and Stornoway Diamonds (Renard).</p><p data-start="149" data-end="718"> </p><p data-start="720" data-end="1305">Over the decades, Paul has led numerous feasibility studies for projects of varying sizes and complexities. A recognized expert in open-pit mine design, he is proficient in Whittle® tools and Lerchs-Grossman algorithms for pit optimization, economic perimeter selection, and mine volume planning. He also has extensive experience in underground bulk mining and strategic production planning.</p><p data-start="720" data-end="1305"> </p><p data-start="1307" data-end="1726">His expertise covers a wide range of commodities, including gold, diamonds, copper, zinc, and nickel. His background has allowed him to collaborate on major projects in North America, Latin America, and elsewhere in the world, including mineral reserve and resource audits, underground ore transportation studies, and economic evaluations of complex projects.</p><p data-start="1307" data-end="1726"> </p><h3 data-start="2249" data-end="2275"><strong data-start="2253" data-end="2275">Recent experience</strong></h3><p data-start="2276" data-end="2791">Before joining CCE Mining as a Senior Mining Engineer, Paul held the position of Senior Mining Principal at WSP-Golder, where he contributed to several feasibility studies and evaluations of mining projects across Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Chile. He also served as Chief Mining Engineer for Stornoway Diamonds, De Beers Canada, and Barrick Gold, where he led mine design, long-term planning, and optimization of mining methods.</p></article>

<img width="1000" height="1000" src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ken-Kuchling.jpg" alt="Ken-Kuchling - CCE Mining Montreal - Expert in mining - Reserve Estimation - Mine Design - Rock Mechanics - Mine Ventilation -" decoding="async" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ken-Kuchling.jpg 1000w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ken-Kuchling-300x300.jpg 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ken-Kuchling-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ken-Kuchling-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ken-Kuchling-500x500.jpg 500w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ken-Kuchling-600x600.jpg 600w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ken-Kuchling-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <h3>SKILLS</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><ul><li data-start="1285" data-end="1421"><p data-start="1287" data-end="1421"><strong data-start="1287" data-end="1312">Mining planning</strong> : design and planning of open-pit and underground mines, optimization of mining sequences.</p></li><li data-start="1422" data-end="1555"><p data-start="1424" data-end="1555"><strong data-start="1424" data-end="1443">Mining studies</strong> : direction and execution of economic studies for various types of deposits and commodities.</p></li><li data-start="1556" data-end="1695"><p data-start="1558" data-end="1695"><strong data-start="1558" data-end="1583">Project evaluation</strong> : technical and economic due diligence, opportunity analysis, modeling and development strategies.</p></li><li data-start="1696" data-end="1817"><p data-start="1698" data-end="1817"><strong data-start="1698" data-end="1731">Geotechnics and hydrogeology</strong> : design and management of embankments, tailings ponds and drainage systems.</p></li><li data-start="1818" data-end="1952"><p data-start="1820" data-end="1952"><strong data-start="1820" data-end="1848">Regulatory compliance</strong> : preparation and validation of technical reports <strong data-start="1900" data-end="1913">NI 43-101</strong> as a qualified person (QP).</p></li><li data-start="1953" data-end="2087"><p data-start="1955" data-end="2087"><strong data-start="1955" data-end="1990">Leadership and project management</strong> : supervision of multidisciplinary teams and coordination of complex feasibility studies.</p></li></ul></article> <h2>Ken Kuchling, P.Eng, M.Eng </h2> <p>Senior Mining Engineer</p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> <p>Open pit mine design, geotechnics, hydrogeology, equipment selection</p> </li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> <p>Over 40 years old</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Biography</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><p data-start="226" data-end="590">Ken Kuchling is a mining engineer and senior consultant with over forty years of experience in the international mining industry. For nearly thirty years, he has provided specialized consulting services in opportunity assessment, due diligence, and mining study management (EPEA, EPF, and EF).</p><p data-start="226" data-end="590"> </p><p data-start="592" data-end="921">Before joining CCE Mining, Ken held various technical and management positions at Diavik Diamond Mines, Terracon Geotechnique, Mosaic Potash and Syncrude Canada Ltd., where he contributed to major projects covering mine planning, geotechnics, tailings management and hydrogeology.</p><p data-start="592" data-end="921"> </p><p data-start="923" data-end="1257">Based in Toronto, he also acts as a Qualified Person (QP) for the preparation and review of NI 43-101 technical reports. His extensive operational and strategic experience allows him to effectively support mining companies and investors at all stages of their project development.</p></article>

<img width="1000" height="1000" src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/John.jpg" alt="John - CCE Mining Montreal - Expert in mining - Reserve Estimation - Mine Design - Rock Mechanics - Mine Ventilation -" decoding="async" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/John.jpg 1000w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/John-300x300.jpg 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/John-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/John-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/John-500x500.jpg 500w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/John-600x600.jpg 600w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/John-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <h3>SKILLS</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><ul><li data-start="1463" data-end="1612"><p data-start="1465" data-end="1612"><strong data-start="1465" data-end="1495">Mining project management</strong> : strategic planning, execution and control of projects.</p></li><li data-start="1613" data-end="1752"><p data-start="1615" data-end="1752"><strong data-start="1615" data-end="1636">Technical studies</strong> : coordination and supervision of feasibility studies, preliminary projects and optimization of operations.</p></li><li data-start="1897" data-end="2039"><p data-start="1899" data-end="2039"><strong data-start="1899" data-end="1928">Governance and Leadership</strong> : management of technical and operational teams, change management and performance coaching.</p></li><li data-start="2040" data-end="2182"><p data-start="2042" data-end="2182"><strong data-start="2042" data-end="2073">Institutional relations</strong> : experience in permitting, environmental management and partnerships with First Nations.</p></li><li data-start="2183" data-end="2329"><p data-start="2185" data-end="2329"><strong data-start="2185" data-end="2227">Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)</strong> : integration of safety and environmental performance as key success indicators.</p></li></ul></article> <h2>John Sagman, P.Eng</h2> <p data-start="26" data-end="75">Senior Project Manager</p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> <p>Project management</p> </li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> <p>Over 25 years old</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Biography</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><p data-start="244" data-end="720">John Sagman is a seasoned mining engineer with over thirty years of experience in project management, mining operations, and technical leadership, both in open-pit and underground mining. He has led numerous large-scale projects, from feasibility studies to production commissioning, ensuring technical coordination, planning, and control of complex projects.</p><p data-start="244" data-end="720"> </p><p data-start="722" data-end="1111">Before joining CCE Mining, John held several senior positions at major mining companies, including Wellgreen Platinum Ltd (Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer), Capstone Mining Corp, Vale Inco Ltd and Xstrata, where he oversaw the planning, construction and commissioning of strategic projects such as the Totten Mine Project.</p><p data-start="722" data-end="1111"> </p><p data-start="1113" data-end="1435">He has extensive experience in managing multidisciplinary teams and leading projects in demanding operational environments, including in northern Canada and the Yukon, where he actively contributed to permitting processes and collaboration with First Nations.</p></article>

<img width="1000" height="1000" src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emilie.jpg" alt="Emilie - CCE Mining Montreal - Expert in mining - Reserve Estimation - Mine Design - Rock Mechanics - Mine Ventilation -" decoding="async" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emilie.jpg 1000w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emilie-300x300.jpg 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emilie-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emilie-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emilie-500x500.jpg 500w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emilie-600x600.jpg 600w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Emilie-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <h3>SKILLS</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><ul><li data-start="1089" data-end="1146">Languages: French and English</li><li data-start="1089" data-end="1146"><p data-start="1091" data-end="1146">Strategic and long-term mining planning</p></li><li data-start="1147" data-end="1198"><p data-start="1149" data-end="1198">Economic analysis and project evaluation</p></li><li data-start="1256" data-end="1303"><p data-start="1258" data-end="1303">Training and knowledge transfer</p></li><li data-start="1304" data-end="1363"><p data-start="1306" data-end="1363">Continuous improvement and operational performance</p></li></ul></article> <h2>Emilie Williams, P.Eng, M.Sc</h2> <p data-start="36" data-end="85">Senior Mining Engineer</p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> <p>Cost estimation, financial modeling, mining strategy</p> </li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> <p>Over 15 years</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Services</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><p data-start="201" data-end="489">Émilie Williams is a mining engineer with over 15 years of experience in underground operations and strategic planning. She is distinguished by her ability to connect the technical, economic, and managerial dimensions within mining projects.</p><p data-start="201" data-end="489"> </p><p data-start="491" data-end="866">As a senior consultant at CCE Mining, she advises mining companies on long-term planning, economic analysis, and the development of sustainable mining strategies. Her background includes technical leadership positions at IAMGOLD, where she led the engineering teams at the Westwood and Mouska mines.</p><p data-start="491" data-end="866"> </p><p data-start="868" data-end="1061">She holds a bachelor&#039;s degree in mining engineering from McGill University and a graduate microprogram in business administration from the University of Quebec in Abitibi-Témiscamingue.</p></article>

<img width="1000" height="1000" src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Matt.jpg" alt="Matt - CCE Mining Montreal - Expert in mining - Reserve Estimation - Mine Design - Rock Mechanics - Mine Ventilation -" decoding="async" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Matt.jpg 1000w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Matt-300x300.jpg 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Matt-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Matt-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Matt-500x500.jpg 500w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Matt-600x600.jpg 600w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Matt-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <h3>SKILLS</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><ul><li data-start="1294" data-end="1417"><p data-start="1296" data-end="1417"><strong data-start="1296" data-end="1335">Mining design and planning</strong> : optimization of open-pit mines, long-term planning, fleet simulation.</p></li><li data-start="1418" data-end="1550"><p data-start="1420" data-end="1550"><strong data-start="1420" data-end="1460">Resource and reserve assessment</strong> : geological modelling, estimation and validation according to NI 43-101 and JORC standards.</p></li><li data-start="1551" data-end="1652"><p data-start="1553" data-end="1652"><strong data-start="1553" data-end="1589">Technical and economic studies</strong> : PEA, PFS, feasibility, due diligence and project audits.</p></li><li data-start="1767" data-end="1885"><p data-start="1769" data-end="1885"><strong data-start="1769" data-end="1791">Specialized tools</strong> : Deswik, Whittle, AutoCAD, QGIS, 3D modeling and operational performance analysis.</p></li><li data-start="1886" data-end="2003"><p data-start="1888" data-end="2003"><strong data-start="1888" data-end="1915">Regulatory reporting</strong> : drafting compliant technical reports, public disclosure and ESG compliance.</p></li></ul></article> <h2>Matt Gosselin, P.Eng</h2> <p data-start="28" data-end="74">Senior Mining Engineer</p><p data-start="76" data-end="153"> </p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> <p>Open-air technical studies, Qualified Person (QP/CP)</p> </li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> <p>More than 20 years</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Biography</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><p data-start="241" data-end="754">Matt Gosselin is a senior mining engineer and Qualified Person (NI 43-101, JORC) with over twenty years of international experience in mining engineering and applied geology. He supports mining and exploration companies through all stages of project development, from design to feasibility, providing optimized technical solutions that comply with international best practices.</p><p data-start="241" data-end="754"> </p><p data-start="756" data-end="1266">He has recognized expertise in open pit mine design, fleet optimization, mine planning, reserve estimation and writing technical reports in accordance with NI 43-101 and JORC standards.</p><p data-start="756" data-end="1266"><br data-start="994" data-end="997" />His experience includes projects in Canada, Europe, Saudi Arabia and South Africa, where he supported strategic planning, technical due diligence and economic evaluation mandates for mining clients and investors.</p></article>

<img src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hugo.jpg" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hugo.jpg 1000w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hugo-300x300.jpg 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hugo-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hugo-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hugo-500x500.jpg 500w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hugo-600x600.jpg 600w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hugo-100x100.jpg 100w" alt="Hugo - CCE Mining Montreal - Expert in mining - Reserve Estimation - Mine Design - Rock Mechanics - Mine Ventilation -" width="1000" height="1000" /> <h3>SKILLS</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-57" data-testid="conversation-turn-120" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> <ul> <li data-start="1020" data-end="1152"> <p data-start="1022" data-end="1152">Mining ventilation engineering: design, simulation and optimization of ventilation networks for underground mines.</p> </li> <li data-start="1153" data-end="1366"> <p data-start="1155" data-end="1366">Modeling and simulation: advanced mastery of air/mine circuit modeling tools, ventilation under thermal constraints, and “Ventilation-On-Demand” systems.</p> </li> <li data-start="1667" data-end="1819"> <p data-start="1669" data-end="1819">Occupational safety and health: integrating ventilation performance as a key indicator of safety, compliance and economic value.</p> </li> </ul> </article></article> <h2>Hugo Dello Sbarba, P.Eng, M.Sc</h2> <p data-start="38" data-end="84">Ventilation Specialist</p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> Mining ventilation</li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> Over 15 years</li> </ul> <h3>Biography</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-57" data-testid="conversation-turn-120" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> <p data-start="160" data-end="476">Hugo Dello Sbarba is a professional engineer (P.Eng., Quebec) with a bachelor&#039;s degree in mechanical engineering specializing in ventilation and a master&#039;s degree in mining engineering.</p> <p data-start="160" data-end="476"><br data-start="401" data-end="404" />With over 15 years of experience exclusively dedicated to mine ventilation, including four years in underground mining, he led the ventilation engineering team at Howden Ventsim, and designed numerous mine ventilation systems worldwide.</p> <p data-start="160" data-end="476"><br data-start="720" data-end="723" />Hugo prioritizes health safety and the economic efficiency of ventilation solutions, combining modeling, simulation and on-site implementation.</p> </article></article>

<img width="966" height="947" src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nawfal.png" alt="" decoding="async" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nawfal.png 966w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nawfal-300x294.png 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nawfal-768x753.png 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Nawfal-12x12.png 12w" sizes="(max-width: 966px) 100vw, 966px" /> <h3>SKILLS</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><ul><li data-start="1173" data-end="1221"><p data-start="1175" data-end="1221">Mining geotechnics and rock mechanics</p></li><li data-start="1222" data-end="1285"><p data-start="1224" data-end="1285">Design and stability of tailings dams</p></li><li data-start="1286" data-end="1335"><p data-start="1288" data-end="1335">Backfilling (paste, hydraulic, waste rock, CRF)</p></li><li data-start="1336" data-end="1390"><p data-start="1338" data-end="1390">Stability of open-pit and underground mines</p></li><li data-start="1391" data-end="1462"><p data-start="1393" data-end="1462">Digital modeling (Map3D, FLAC3D, Rocscience, Geostudio, IMAT)</p></li><li data-start="1391" data-end="1462"><p data-start="1393" data-end="1462">Technical training and knowledge transfer</p></li></ul></article> <h2>Nawfal El Mkadmi, P.Eng</h2> <p data-start="31" data-end="84">Rock Mechanics Engineer</p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> <p>Geotechnics, mining backfilling</p> </li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> <p>Over 15 years</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Biography</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><p data-start="231" data-end="580">Nawfal El Mkadmi is a seasoned engineer with over 15 years of experience in Canada and internationally in the fields of mining geomechanics, geotechnical design and numerical modeling. </p><p data-start="231" data-end="580"> </p><p data-start="582" data-end="942">Specializing in modeling stresses and deformations of rock masses, in slope stability and underground excavations, and in embankments and geotechnical structures, he has led and trained multidisciplinary teams on large-scale projects for major mining groups such as Newmont and SNC-Lavalin.</p><p data-start="582" data-end="942"> </p><p data-start="944" data-end="1128">A recognized expert in digital modelling, he has trained more than 300 professionals in the use of specialized software such as Map3D, Rocscience, FLAC3D, Geostudio and IMAT.</p><p data-start="944" data-end="1128"> </p><p data-start="1130" data-end="1341">Nawfal graduated from the École des Mines de Douai (France) in civil engineering and from Polytechnique Montréal in mining engineering (geomechanics). He is a member of the professional orders of engineers in Quebec and Ontario.</p></article>

<img width="1000" height="1000" src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alec.jpg" alt="Alec - CCE Mining Montreal - Expert in mining - Reserve Estimation - Mine Design - Rock Mechanics - Mine Ventilation -" decoding="async" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alec.jpg 1000w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alec-300x300.jpg 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alec-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alec-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alec-500x500.jpg 500w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alec-600x600.jpg 600w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Alec-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <h3>SKILLS</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><ul><li data-start="888" data-end="982"><p data-start="890" data-end="982">Short, medium, and long-term mining planning </p></li><li data-start="983" data-end="1073"><p data-start="985" data-end="1073">Design and optimization of ore/waste rock excavation plans and dams/tailings</p></li><li data-start="1074" data-end="1194"><p data-start="1076" data-end="1194">Advanced mastery of <strong data-start="1096" data-end="1110">Deswik CAD</strong> And <strong data-start="1114" data-end="1134">Deswik Scheduler</strong> for modeling, sequencing and mining schedule</p></li><li data-start="1301" data-end="1402"><p data-start="1303" data-end="1402">Analysis of volumes, excavation constraints and integration with production objectives</p></li></ul></article> <h2>Alec Thomlison, EIT</h2> <p data-start="27" data-end="73">Engineering student</p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> <p>Oil sands and surface mining</p> </li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> <p>More than 5 years</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Biography</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><p>Alec Thomlison is a mining engineer in training (EIT) with over five years of experience at Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL), where he supported operations on the Albian Oil Sands Project.</p><p> </p><p>He was involved in short and medium-term planning (daily to biennial) and in the design of ore/waste excavation programs as well as dams/spoils.</p><p> </p><p>He is proficient in mine planning software, including Deswik CAD and Deswik Scheduler, which he has used to optimize mining sequences, excavation volumes, and operating schedules.</p><p> </p><p>Alec holds a bachelor&#039;s degree in mining engineering from McGill University.</p></article>

<img width="1000" height="1000" src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Omar.jpg" alt="Omar Mouhyi - CCE Mining Montreal - Expert in mining - Reserve Estimation - Mine Design - Rock Mechanics - Mine Ventilation -" decoding="async" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Omar.jpg 1000w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Omar-300x300.jpg 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Omar-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Omar-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Omar-500x500.jpg 500w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Omar-600x600.jpg 600w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Omar-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <h3>SKILLS</h3> <p data-start="19" data-end="96"><strong data-start="1518" data-end="1531">LANGUAGES :</strong> fluency in English and French.</p><p data-start="19" data-end="96"><br data-start="1577" data-end="1580" /><strong data-start="1580" data-end="1595">Software:</strong> proficiency in Deswik, Whittle, Map3D, mXrap and IMS.</p><p data-start="19" data-end="96"><br data-start="1665" data-end="1668" /><strong data-start="1668" data-end="1691">Mining methods:</strong> experience in longitudinal and transverse cutting, cut-and-fill mining and open-pit mining.</p><p data-start="1034" data-end="1489"> </p> <h2>Omar Mouhyi, P.Eng</h2> <p>Vice President, Senior Mining Engineer</p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> <p>Design and Planning</p> </li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> <p>More than 5 years</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Biography</h3> <p data-start="160" data-end="654"> </p><p data-start="160" data-end="654">Omar Mouhyi is an accomplished mining engineer, recognized for his technical mastery and practical approach to the complex challenges of mine planning and operations. His career includes significant experience at WSP and at Newmont&#039;s Éléonore mine, where he developed solid expertise in mine design, production scheduling, and rock mechanics.</p><p data-start="656" data-end="1032"> </p><p data-start="656" data-end="1032">With a career that also includes Agnico Eagle, the OCP Group, and Managem, Omar brings a unique blend of operational vision and rigorous analysis. He has contributed to numerous projects in Canada and internationally, gaining a deep understanding of the technical and economic factors that influence mining performance.</p><p data-start="1034" data-end="1489"> </p><p data-start="1034" data-end="1489">At CCE Mining, Omar plays a key role in mine design and the production of execution-ready studies, combining field experience with innovative design methodologies. His work exemplifies CCE&#039;s commitment to credibility, speed of execution, and value creation, delivering robust results that are both technically sound and strategically relevant.</p>

<img width="1000" height="1000" src="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Anas-1.jpg" alt="Anas Touijar - CCE Mining Montreal - Expert in mining - Reserve Estimation - Mine Design - Rock Mechanics - Mine Ventilation -" decoding="async" srcset="https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Anas-1.jpg 1000w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Anas-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Anas-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Anas-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Anas-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Anas-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https://ccemining.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Anas-1-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <h3>SKILLS</h3> <p data-start="19" data-end="96"> </p><p data-start="19" data-end="96"><strong data-start="19" data-end="32">LANGUAGES :</strong> fluency in English, French and Arabic.</p><p data-start="19" data-end="96"> </p><p data-start="298" data-end="595"><strong data-start="298" data-end="318">Types of studies:</strong> practical experience as a qualified person (QP) in conducting conceptual and scoping studies, preliminary feasibility studies (PFS), feasibility studies (FS), due diligence reviews, technical audits and production optimization programs.</p> <h2>Anas Touijar, P.Eng, MBA</h2> <p>President &amp; CEO</p> <ul> <li> <h3>Expertise:</h3> <p>Management</p> </li> <li> <h3>Experience:</h3> <p>15+ Years</p> </li> </ul> <h3>Biography</h3> <article dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-68ed0d9a-ba58-8333-8e0f-ac65210f8021-50" data-testid="conversation-turn-106" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"><p>Anas Touijar is an accomplished mining executive and engineer, recognized for his ability to provide robust solutions to complex mining challenges in Canada, Africa and around the world.</p><p><br />With over 15 years of international experience, he combines technical rigor and strategic vision, supporting projects from the first conceptual studies to detailed engineering and operational implementation.</p><p> </p><p>Before founding and leading CCE Mining, Anas held the position of Canada Manager of Mining Engineering and Geology at WSP, where he acted as Qualified Person (QP) and Project Manager for major PEA, PFS and feasibility studies internationally.<br />His leadership has contributed to the delivery of technically credible, investment-grade studies for some of the most demanding clients in the industry.</p><p> </p><p>His previous career includes leadership positions at SNC-Lavalin and Nyrstar, where he led mining development programs and multidisciplinary research teams.</p><p><br />Holding an MBA from HEC Montréal, Anas combines an engineering discipline, a sharp business vision and an innovative approach, promoting smarter, faster and more defensible decision-making in the mining sector.</p><p> </p></article>