Fund will support research projects that will help our industry continue to thrive
IAMGOLD is proud to
continue supporting the next generation of mining leaders by joining forces
with Laurentian University, Canada’s Mining University, and investing $2.5M
into the creation of the IAMGOLD President’s Innovation Fund for Strategic
Investment.
This $2.5M initiative will
support academic and research projects that aid in the implementation of the
University’s strategic priorities while driving innovation in mineral resources
and mining education and research.
Our relationship with
Laurentian University began in 2012 when IAMGOLD was establishing itself in
Northern Ontario, in the early stages of planning for what is now the Côté Gold
Mine. IAMGOLD’s proud partnership with Laurentian University has spanned several
years with previous investments including:
- 2018-2023: $2M over five years to support the
University’s Bharti School of Engineering and enrich learning experiences
for engineering students.
- 2012-2016: $1.25M to establish an IAMGOLD Research
Chair in Open-Pit Mining at the University.
👉 Read the news release
What they said about the
investment:
“IAMGOLD
is proud to invest in the next generation of mining leaders through this fund.
We are honoured to partner with Laurentian University to help our industry take
the next step,” said Renaud Adams, IAMGOLD President and CEO. “This fund
reflects our commitment to sustainable mining and innovative research, we are
very much looking forward to seeing the impact this will have.”
Dr.
Lynn Wells, Laurentian University President and Vice-Chancellor, added, “We are
deeply grateful for IAMGOLD’s support. This fund empowers students, faculty,
and staff to shape the future of mining and education. We are proud to play a
key role in developing the leaders that will push mining forward.”