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CEMI and Marks & Clerk announce new partnership

A new associate partnership named Marks & Clerk as the preferred provider of intellectual property (IP) services to MICA Network members, including IP strategy and IP execution, and mining-focused education through IP workshops and monthly expert IP advisory sessions.

Jul 14, 2026

Mining Innovation on the Hill Brought Together Government, Industry, and Innovation Leaders to Advance Canada's Mining Competitiveness

This high-level event in Ottawa convened the national ecosystem to accelerate the commercialization of Canadian mining technologies.

Jun 15, 2026

CEMI and MICA Network Announce Strategic Partnership with CTRI to Accelerate Sustainable Mining Innovation

The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation and its Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator network are pleased to announce a strategic collaboration agreement with the Industrial Waste Technology Center (CTRI). Facilitated by the strategic mediation of ethos, this partnership marks a significant milestone in bridging the gap between applied research and market-ready sustainable solutions for the global mining and industrial sectors.

Apr 1, 2026

CEMI and IAC Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen IP Strategy in Canada

Effective February 9, 2026, this collaboration bridges MICA’s national innovation ecosystem with IAC’s world-renowned Intellectual Property (IP) expertise. Together, the organizations will empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to navigate the complexities of global markets by mitigating IP-related risks and fostering strategic ownership positions.

Jan 27, 2026

CEMI and Global Mining Guidelines Group (GMG) Sign Associate Partnership Agreement to Strengthen Mining Innovation Ecosystem

The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI) and its Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network (managed by CEMI), is pleased to provide an update on the progress of its Associate Partnership Agreement with the Global Mining Guidelines Group (GMG).

Dec 15, 2025

CEMI Announces the Funding of Additional Recipients of MICA’s Call for Proposals 4

The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI) and the Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network are proud to announce the funding of additional recipients through MICA’s Call for Proposals 4 (CFP-4).

Nov 6, 2025

CEMI and ICEMD Forge Partnership to Advance Indigenous Leadership in Mining Innovation

The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI), which manages the Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network, announced a new partnership with the Indigenous Centre for Excellence in Mineral Development (ICEMD).

Sep 23, 2025

CEMI and the Critical Minerals Institute Sign Partnership to Strengthen Canada’s Role in the Global Critical Minerals Economy

The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI), which manages the Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network, has signed an Associate Partnership Agreement with the Critical Minerals Institute (CMI), a global hub for critical minerals, to strengthen Canada’s leadership in mining innovation and the global critical minerals economy.

Sep 7, 2025

CEMI retains ethos strategy to strengthen positioning of MICA program in Quebec

The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI), as part of its MICA (Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator Network) program, announces that it has retained the services of ethos stratégie, a firm specializing in sustainable business development, ESG strategy and strategic positioning. This commitment is designed to increase the visibility and influence of the MICA program among Quebec companies and organizations, while supporting its coaching efforts with members and partners.

Jul 29, 2025

MICA Announces Recipients of CFP 4 to Accelerate Innovation in Canada's Mining Sector

Today’s announcement reinforces our vision of MICA as Canada’s national network for mining innovation led by SMEs. We are proud of our pan-Canadian reach and of the groundbreaking technologies our members are advancing from coast to coast to coast. Supporting SMEs is not only vital for our economy— it is essential for accelerating the energy transition globally. Many of these companies already have the solutions needed to transform the mining sector; what they need is the right investment and market access. Through MICA, we’re bridging that gap—connecting innovators with opportunity, and helping bring impactful technologies to market.

Jun 15, 2025

CEMI and RAMJACK Form Strategic Alliance

The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI) and Ramjack Technology Solutions (Ramjack) have officially signed a Strategic Alliance Agreement to support the advancement and commercialization of innovative mining technologies, both in Canada and internationally

May 8, 2025

Strengthening Global Mining Innovation - Austmine and CEMI Sign MoU

This strategic partnership marks a significant step towards accelerating innovation, fostering collaboration, and promoting sustainability in the global mining industry

Mar 22, 2025

MICA Opens 4th Call for Proposals to Fund Innovative Mining Projects

The Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) is pleased to announce the launch of its 4th Call for Proposals

Mar 20, 2025

CSIR and CEMI Partner to Drive Innovation in Mining

Strategic Partnership Aims to Advance the Mining Sector Through Innovation

Mar 14, 2025

MICA Network Secures Funding from Canada’s Strategic Innovation Fund

MICA Network Secures Funding from Canada’s Strategic Innovation Fund and Launches Fourth Pan-Canadian Call for Proposals

Mar 4, 2025

Canadian Delegation To Bauma 2025

Canadian Delegation To Bauma 2025

Feb 5, 2025

Exploring Innovation at AME Roundup 2025

Exploring Innovation at AME Roundup 2025 - A MICA Perspective

Jan 28, 2025

CEMI and DIGITAL Sign MOU to Advance Innovation

CEMI and DIGITAL Sign MOU to Advance Innovation and Global Opportunities in Canadian Mining

Jan 17, 2025

CEMI Welcomes New Female Board Members to Strengthen Strategic Leadership in Mining Innovation

“We are thrilled to welcome Mary-Carmen, Marilyn, and Lori to CEMI’s Board of Directors.

Nov 13, 2024

MICA Annual Conference and Innovation Showcase 2024 – Shape the Future of Mining

Aug 14, 2024

MICA Network issues Pan-Canadian Call for Proposals

Mar 3, 2024

Press Release – CEMI Announces the funding recipients of MICA’s CFP 3

Feb 2, 2024

MICA-ACIM Newsletter – January 2024

Jan 19, 2024

Vale Challenges - Call for Solutions

Dec 13, 2023

MICA-ACIM Newsletter – December 2023

Dec 11, 2023

A Retrospective on the MICA 2023 Annual Conference and Innovation Showcase

Dec 7, 2023

MICA Annual Conference and Innovation Showcase – Accelerating Mining Innovation

Nov 14, 2023

MICA-ACIM Newsletter – October 2023

Oct 18, 2023

Canadian Delegation - Pioneering Sustainable Mining Solutions

In response to Germany’s escalating demand for raw materials and critical minerals, Canada has emerged as a leading force in sustainable extraction technologies.

Aug 24, 2023

MPs Lapointe & Serré Announce Boost for MICA-Funded Mining Projects

Aug 24, 2023