- 1.Details
- 2.Advisory Council
- 3.Keynotes
- 4.Programme
- 5.Partners
Event Details Details
Please join us at the HSE Mining Learning Summit, a premier event in British Columbia, dedicated to advancing workplace culture, health, and safety, critical to the BC mining industry. This conference is intended for strategic and operational leaders, including worker and management representatives of occupational health and safety committees, safety superintendents, and others representing mining operations and beyond. Our shared objectives are to learn, network, and enhance best practices. This conference offers a unique opportunity to engage with industry experts and the mining regulator to explore innovative solutions to the challenges we face in ensuring the well-being of the workforce. Your participation is crucial to the success of this event. By attending, you will be able to gain valuable insights and contribute to the collective effort to promote a modern culture of safety in the BC mining industry.
Advisory Council Council
Keynotes & Speakers Speakers
Sean Brady
Managing Director, Brady Heywood PTY LtdSean is a forensic engineer who investigates engineering failures from a technical and organisational perspective. In 2020, he completed the Brady Review, an investigation into the causes of fatalities in the Queensland mining industry. The review was tabled in parliament and made 11 recommendations to the regulator and mining companies on how to improve safety….
Tucker Bryant
Poet & Innovation speakerTucker Bryant is a nationally renowned poet and former Google leader who helps organizations turn creativity into a practical leadership advantage. By blending Silicon Valley innovation with artistic rigor, Tucker equips leaders to break habitual patterns and “Do Different Things Differently.” His immersive keynotes—featured by TEDx and The New York Times—provide actionable tools to spark…
Jim Frederick
Commissioner of Labor, Virginia Department of Labor and IndustryI am utilizing my three decades of experience to improve workplace health and safety leadership for organizations with an objective of engaging workers to systematically improve occupational health and safety….
Robert Waterhouse
Principal Consultant, Energy Safety CanadaRobert Waterhouse is a Principal Consultant at Energy Safety Canada, bringing an analytical, evidence-based approach to workplace safety through his training as an industrial hygienist. Drawing on experience across corporate environments, Robert helps identify and assess complex hazards organizations face, translating technical analysis into practical solutions. He is dedicated to helping others recognize the root…
Cheryl Pocklington
Director of Health, Safety, and Compliance, Public Safety and Solicitor General (PSSG)Cheryl Pocklington is a respected leader in health and safety regulation, with over 20 years of experience in British Columbia’s mining sector. She specializes in incident investigation and human organizational performance, bringing a deep understanding of how complex work environments shape safety outcomes. As Director of the Health, Safety and Compliance Unit for BC’s mining regulator,…
Caroline Nakatsuka
Director, Health and Safety Specialists, Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon InnovationShe is a Director of the Health and Safety Specialist Unit with the Office of the Chief Inspector of Mines at the BC Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals. With over 20 years of experience as a mining regulator and occupational hygienist, Caroline is passionate about protecting workers and advancing health and safety. Her work…
Sylvia Marusyk
Owner, MindBody WorksSylvia Marusyk is everything you never knew you wanted in a public speaker. The owner and innovative mind behind MindBody Works Inc; a Canadian company focusing on creating and maintaining health and wellness in the workplace, Sylvia is fun, sassy and passionate about safety & health. As an Occupational Therapist with over 30 years of experience and expertise in…
John Kenyon
Founding Director, Dynamic RescueJohn Kenyon is a Director at Dynamic Rescue Systems, where he has spent nearly two decades leading specialized rescue training, emergency response planning, and safety program development for organizations across high-risk industries. His work focuses on advancing technical rescue capabilities, improving operational readiness, and helping teams build safer, more resilient workplaces. Before his leadership role…
Eva Reichardt
Toxicologist and Scientific Affairs Manager, AbbottDr. Eva Maria Reichardt is a toxicologist and Scientific Affairs Manager for International at Abbott’s Toxicology division, where she supports global partners across law enforcement, workplace testing, clinical toxicology, and broader public safety programmes. Her work focuses on translating complex analytical science into practical, evidence‑based solutions that strengthen drug detection strategies and operational decision making…
David Lemon
EHS Solutions Consultant, EvotixDavid Lemon is a Solutions Consultant at Evotix, bringing over a decade of experience in Environmental, Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHS&S) across multiple industries. At Evotix, he leverages his expertise to support organizations in implementing effective safety and compliance solutions, driving operational excellence and regulatory adherence. Prior to Evotix, David held various EHS roles across…
Claudine Bradley
Technical Leader, Human and Organizational Factors, Canada Energy RegulatorClaudine Bradley is Technical Leader – Human and Organizational Factors for the Canada Energy Regulator (CER). Claudine provides counsel on management systems, safety culture and other safety matters related to activities under the jurisdiction of the CER. She is currently Chair of the North American Regulators Working Group on Safety Culture. Prior to joining the…
Hermanus Henning
Chief Inspector Mines, Ministry of Mining & Critical MineralsExperienced Executive with a demonstrated history in the mining industry. Skilled in Mineral Exploration, Mining, Management, Minerals, Continuous Improvement, and Health and Safety. Strong mining engineering professional focused in Project Management and Health and Safety….
Mark Fleming
Professor of Psychology at Saint Mary's UniversityIn October 1993 I started work in Aberdeen as a researcher on an offshore safety project, investigating employee perceptions of risk and safety. Ever since I have worked to develop practical tools to enable organizations to continuously improve their safety culture. I work with organizations to help them to reduce risk by applying evidence based…
Amy Danko
Senior Inspector, Mines ErgonomicsAmy Danko serves as the Senior Inspector of Mines – Ergonomics with the BC Public Service, bringing over a decade of experience in occupational health, ergonomics, and safety. Since joining the Ministry of Mining & Critical Minerals in 2018, Amy has played a key role in advancing workplace safety and wellbeing across British Columbia’s mining…
Tomas Kuras
VP, Revenue, Fatigue ScienceTomas Kuras is a senior leader at Fatigue Science, specializing in helping Fleet and mining operations leverage AI-driven fatigue prediction in their operations. Tomas has extensive experience in tech and working with EHS organizations. Tomas brings a clear, evidence-based perspective on how predictive technologies can reduce risk and strengthen safety outcomes in Fleet and Mining…
Allan James Moore
Keynote Safety & Leadership Speaker, Senior HSE AdvisorAllan James Moore is a safety and motivational keynote speaker like no other. A storyteller and career keynote speaker, Moore got his start doing open mics at comedy clubs. He would go on to lead one of the most unique, off-beat careers imaginable, including being an exotic dancer, a professional soccer player, a Mandarin interpreter…
Gordon Walsh
Principal Consultant, Energy Safety CanadaGordon Walsh has been working in health and safety for over 20 years. Gordon is currently employed with Energy Safety Canada (ESC) as a Principal Consultant, Safety Centre of Excellence. Over his 16 plus years with Enform and now Energy Safety Canada, Gordon has worked in multiple roles and departments. Before working with ESC, Gordon…
Jorge Freitas
A/Director Health Safety and Compliance, Ministry of Mining and Critical MineralsJorge is a Professional Engineer, with over 30 years of experience in the mining industry in Brazil and Canada. He has been with the Ministry of Mines and Critical Minerals for 8 years where he has performed different roles, including the director of the Health and Safety Specialists Unit and, for the past 3 years,…
George Warnock
Assistant Deputy Minister, Ministry of MIning and Critical MineralsGeorge Warnock has 30 years of experience in geotechnical Engineering and strategic leadership gained in consulting, industry, and government. He is a member of Engineers and Geoscientists BC and holds a teaching certificate from the BC Teacher Regulation Branch.George is the Assistant Deputy Minister of the Mines Health, Safety and Enforcement Division with the BC…
Sana Javaheri
A/Manager of Occupational Heath Ministry of Mining & Critical MineralsWorks as an Occupational Health Inspector and Acting Occupational Health Manager with the BC Ministry of Mines and Critical Minerals, where she focuses on reducing exposure risks and preventing occupational disease in mining operations. She is a Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH) with over five years of regulatory and technical experience. Based in Victoria on the…
Todd Betterton
Senior Sales Director, SafeContractorTodd is the Senior Sales Director for SafeContractor, where he is focused on helping organizations adopt smarter, more efficient approaches to H&S and contractor management. With over 20 years of leadership experience in supply chain management, sales strategy, and risk mitigation, Todd has held senior roles across intermediate, large, and super-major companies, building and scaling…
Moderator, Coaches, and Panellists Panellists
Jonathan Buchanan
Senior Vice President and COO, Association for Mineral Exploration (AME)
Derek Holmes
Executive Director, BC Stone, Sand and Gravel
Michael Goehring
President and CEO, Mining Association of BC
Aaron Frost
Executive - Recording, BC Mine Safety Association
Robert Waterhouse
Principal Consultant, Energy Safety Canada
Jorge Freitas
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Programmes Programmes
Our programs are designed using world-class innovation techniques to drive conversation and provide real value that you can take back to the workplace. The HSE Mining Learning Summit - Canada provides one stream of agenda, consisting of training, skills development, humancentric sessions, and breakouts, alongside inspiring keynotes and case study workshops.
In all our sessions we implement Chatham House Rules which if you don't know means anyone who comes to a meeting is free to use information from the discussion but is not allowed to reveal who made any particular comment. It is designed to increase the openness of discussion.
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Day One Day one
Morning Session
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08:30 - 09:00 Doors Open & Registration
HSE Global Series
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09:00 - 09:15 Welcome to the Summit
A warm welcome, Introduction to the event, the two days agenda and thank you to our partners.
Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals
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09:15 – 09:30 Connection before Content
An opportunity to connect with peers and share your greatest learning of the past 12 months.
Sylvia Marusyk, Owner, MindBody Works
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09:30 – 10:10 Working Group Session
The Conversation Starts Here: Defining What Matters
Cheryl Pocklington, Prevention Services, Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals
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10:10 - 10:30 Pulse Connect & Exchange
Your AI-curated session focused on high-value, strategic dialogue based on shared priorities, challenges, or innovations.
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10:30 - 11:30 Keynote Workshop & Q&A
Complexity in Serious Mining Incidents: Looking Beyond Root Cause
Sean Brady, Managing Director, Brady Heywood
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11:30 – 12:20 Partner Roundtable 1
Safety Work vs Safety Paperwork: Closing the Gap
Hosted by David Provan, Founder & CEO, Forge Works
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11:30 – 12:20 Partner Roundtable 2
From Compliance Data to Prevention
BIS Safety Software
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11:30 – 12:20 Partner Roundtable 3
Predicting Fatigue Before It Becomes a Critical Risk
Fatigue Science
Afternoon Session
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12:20 - 13:20 Lunch
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13:20 – 13:50 Shift & Share
A high-speed and engaging session where you’ll meet each of our partners in a different light: through the ideas and technologies shaping their missions. Designed to spark curiosity and ignite conversation, this is all about making real connections.
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13:50 – 14:40
An introduction to Resources for smaller mining operations
Mining of Mining and Critical Minerals with Supporting Provincial Associations
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13:50 – 14:40
Building Safer Mines: Strengthening Contractor Safety at Every Stage of the Job
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13:50 – 14:40
Occupational Health
Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals
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14:40 – 15:00 Pulse Connect & Exchange
Your AI-curated session focused on high-value, strategic dialogue based on shared priorities, challenges, or innovations.
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15:00 – 15:30 Partner Workshop
Fit for Duty in a Changing Workplace
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15:30 – 16:10 Keynote Workshop
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16:10 - 16:30 Reflection & Close
Sylvia Marusyk, Owner, MindBody Works
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16:30 - 17:00 Break Before the Evening
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17:00 – 17:45 Drinks Reception
Join us for drinks, music and socialising.
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17:45 – 19:30 Dinner
A fabulous gala dinner provided for all attendees
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19:30 End of Day 1
Day Two Day Two
Morning Session
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08:30 – 08:45 Welcome & Reflection Session
Sylvia Marusyk, Owner, MindBody Works
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08:45 – 09:35 Working Group Session
Hosted by Cheryl Pocklington, Prevention Services Unit, Ministry of Mining & Critical Minerals with Special Guests
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09:35 – 09:55 Pulse Connect & Exchange
Your AI-curated session focused on high-value, strategic dialogue based on shared priorities, challenges, or innovations.
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09:55 – 10:25 Keynote Workshop
Lessons on a SIF Journey
Robert Waterhouse, Principal Consultant, Energy Safety Canada
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10:25 – 11:15 Partner Roundtable 1:
The Future of Safe and Sustainable Mining
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10:25 – 11:15 Partner Roundtable 2:
From Learning to Lasting Change
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10:25 – 11:15 Partner Roundtable 3:
Prevention in Practice: What Should We Do Differently?
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11:15 – 11:35 Pulse Connect & Exchange
Your AI-curated session focused on high-value, strategic dialogue based on shared priorities, challenges, or innovations.
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11:35 – 12:05 Partner Workshop
From Insight to Intervention
Afternoon Session
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12:05 – 12:55 Lunch
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12:55 – 13:45 Masterclass
Applying Systems Thinking to Serious Mining Incidents
Sean Brady, Managing Director, Brady Heywood PTY Ltd
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13:45 – 14:30 Keynote Workshop
Drought Impacts and Management
Jordan Whynot, Prevention Services Unit, Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals
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14:30 – 14:50 Pulse Connect & Exchange
Your AI-curated session focused on high-value, strategic dialogue based on shared priorities, challenges, or innovations.
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14:50 – 15:35 Keynote – Interactive Workshop
Do Different Things Differently: Breakthrough Ideas for Better Results
Tucker Bryant, Poet and Innovation Speaker
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15:35 – 15:55 Consolidation Session
Facilitated reflection designed to develop your active listening, curious questioning and to consolidate a clear plan of action to bring back to your local shores.
Sylvia Marusyk, Owner, MindBody Works
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15:55 Close
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