CIM Saskatoon - Mineral Processing Night - November 19th, 2026

Those planning to attend the CIM Saskatoon's technical nights are encouraged to signup or renew their membership at cim.org. Then you can register for the technical evening via the Registration button above. Ticket sales end November 19th at 12:00 pm.

Annual membership dues are $30.

Doors Open: 6:15 pm

CIM Saskatoon Network & Cocktail Reception: 6:15 to 7:00 pm

Announcements: 7:00 pm

Supper: 7:05 pm

Buffet style service

• Chefs choice of 2 salads
• Chefs choice of 1 hot vegetable
• Chefs choice of 1 hot starch
• Chefs choice of Herb grilled chicken or baked pasta
• Chefs choice of dessert
• Cash bar only

Presentation: 8:00 pm

Q & A: following presentation

Please feel free to stay after the presentation for networking

Commissioning of McIlvenna Bay Project

This presentation highlights the journey of bringing the McIlvenna Bay Project from design to operation. Topics will include the orebody and its metallurgical characteristics, the laboratory test work and process development that shaped the concentrator flowsheet, and key commissioning milestones. The presentation will also explore challenges encountered during startup and lessons learned throughout the transition from project execution to production.

Mike Pimentel

Mike Pimentel is Chief Metallurgist at Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan and a Chemical Engineering graduate with nearly 15 years of experience in mineral processing and extractive metallurgy. Throughout his career, he has worked in plant operations, metallurgical test work, and process optimization across a variety of commodities, including nickel, copper, lead, zinc, and bismuth. Combining hands-on operational experience with a strong technical foundation, Mike focuses on translating metallurgical data into practical solutions that improve process performance, reduce risk, and deliver measurable business value.