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FOR RELEASE     #06-230
November 23, 2006

Thirty-Fourth Yukon Geoscience Forum In Whitehorse

WHITEHORSE - The latest in technology, exploration, reclamation and research for minerals, and oil and gas, will be showcased at the annual Yukon Geoscience Forum in Whitehorse from Nov. 26 to 29.

Hosted by the Yukon Chamber of Mines, about 300 participants from across Canada will attend the forum, including geologists, scientists, academics, service and supply companies, investors, prospectors, placer miners, various levels of government, and mining and oil and gas companies.

"The Yukon government is a strong supporter of this event, which highlights the work of Energy, Mines and Resources and its Yukon Geological Survey Branch," Minister Archie Lang said. "The Geological Survey plays a crucial role in the management and development of our resources by expanding the scientific and technical database of the territory's mineral and hydrocarbon resources. This information is important for industry development, land use decision-making and wise stewardship of our resources."

"This is a keystone event for the mining, oil and gas industries and the territory," Yukon Chamber of Mines President John Witham said. "With rising commodity prices and the high global demand for natural resources we can look forward to a continued increase in exploration and pre-development activity.” 

The event will kick off with a workshop and trade show on Sunday, Nov. 26, with the opening reception to be held that evening at the Gold Rush Inn.
 
For more information or to register as a delegate, contact the Yukon Chamber of Mines or visit www.ycmines.ca.

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Attachment: Schedule of events

 
ATTACHMENT – YUKON GEOSCIENCE FORUM SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

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