Overview
The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) is an independent, non-profit organization that leads collaboration among mining and exploration companies, organized labour, contractors, educational institutions, industry associations and Indigenous groups to identify and address the human resource and labour market challenges facing the Canadian minerals and metals sector.
Our Mission
To lead collaboration across the Canadian mining sector to analyze and disseminate labour market information and develop actionable solutions to industry HR challenges.
Our Vision
An inclusive, skilled and sustainable Canadian mining workforce that anticipates and adapts to volatility and innovation.
Our Values
- Inclusiveness – Foster an inclusive environment that respects and values the diversity of perspectives and cultures within the Canadian mining sector.
- Collaboration – Cultivate effective and ongoing communication and relationships with all stakeholders and communities of interest to be aware of their evolving needs and to promote collaborative approaches that consider all input to increase effectiveness of MiHR programs.
- Integrity – Commit to the highest ethical and professional standards, integrating honesty, integrity and trust in all individual and organizational relationships.
Look back at some of MiHR’s many accomplishments over its years of leading collaboration across Canada’s mining sector.
Our Strategic Priorities
Labour Market Information
Objective: To be the leading and trusted knowledge centre of labour market information for the Canadian mining sector.
Career Development
Objective: To increase awareness of and access to Canadian mining careers.
Respectful and Inclusive Workplaces
Objective: To enable respectful and inclusive workplaces in the
Canadian mining industry.
Skills Development and Recognition
Objective: To ensure training and skills are aligned and recognized to the needs of industry.
Collaboration and Partnerships
Objective: To collaborate with partners to respond to Canadian mining labour market challenges.
Governance
MiHR’s governance structure reflects our industry
From our board of directors to our program committees, representatives from Canadian mining employers and contractors form the largest membership of each group. In addition to employers, our board and/or standing committees may also include representatives from organized labour, education, associations and Indigenous groups.
Board of Directors
MiHR is governed by a board of directors that represent a cross-section of mining industry employers, organized labour, mining associations, equity groups, and educators from across Canada.
Jenine Ellefson (Chair)
Vice President, Human Resources
North America Newmont
Jered Heigh (Vice-Chair)
Talent Acquisition and Development Manager
Cameco
Patrick Doyle
Vice President, Human Resources & Talent
Teck Resources
Geoff Smith
Vice President, Government Relations
Mining Association of Canada
Jan Romo
National Representative
Unifor
Mario Santos
National Representative
Unifor
Michael Crowe
President & CEO
College of the Rockies
Kevon Stewart
Director – District 6
United Steelworkers
Michelle Edwards
Senior Global Director, People
Agnico Eagle
Anne Johnson
Assistant Professor, Smith Engineering
Queen’s University
Caroline Carpentier
Head of HR, Nickel Zinc Department
Glencore
Brayden Kijewski
General Manager – Extraction & Tailings Operations
Suncor
Our Team
Allow us to introduce ourselves.
Ryan Montpellier
Executive Director
Ryan Montpellier Executive Director
Ryan has over 15 years of experience in identifying and addressing human resources and labour market challenges in the Canadian mining industry. Appointed as Executive Director in 2008, he leads all of MiHR’s strategic activities and represents the Council on various industry and government committees and advisory panels. Ryan is a past recipient of the Canadian Institute of Mining – Young Leadership Award and the International Association of Business Communicators Gold Quill award. He is a regular speaker and panelist at industry conferences and events and was a past Distinguished Lecturer for the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM). Prior to joining MiHR, Ryan held various leadership positions with high-tech companies in the Ottawa region. Ryan holds a number of degrees including an MBA and a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation.
Dana Imbeault
Senior Director, Operations & Skills Development
Dana Imbeault Senior Director, Operations & Skills Development
Dana is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of MiHR’s programs and activities. She also leads a team in the development of a suite of National Occupational Standards to be used by industry to help develop the required skills and competencies of its workforce, and leads the implementation of MiHR’s Canadian Mining Certification Program – a national program that recognizes the expertise of the industry workforce. Dana also provides oversight and guidance on the implementation of MiHR’s Mining Essentials Program: An Essential Skills and Work Readiness Program for Aboriginal Peoples.
William Meyer
Director, Communications and Career Development
William Meyer Director, Communications and Career Development
William Meyer is responsible for planning and providing strategic direction to effectively promote and build awareness of MiHR and its programs, projects and services. A strategic, results-oriented communications professional, William has nearly 15 years’ experience in the non-profit, association and government sectors – and has served as the head of communications for two industry associations. William also leads the development and implementation of marketing and communications activities that support all aspects of MiHR’s strategic plan.
Pascale Larouche
Director, Skills Development & Diversity
Pascale Larouche Director, Skills Development & Diversity
As Director of Skills Development and Diversity, Pascale is dedicated to developing strategic tools and resources that help build a work-ready, safety-conscious workforce, with a focus on supporting underrepresented groups such as Indigenous peoples, women, youth and newcomers. Pascale is also committed to fostering respectful and inclusive workplace cultures by leading initiatives that break down systemic barriers and position diversity as key to innovation and sustainability in mining.
Jamie Wolcott
Director, Labour Market Information
Jamie Wolcott Director, Labour Market Information
Jamie is responsible for the continuous intellectual development of MiHR’s labour market research and forecasting for Canada’s mining industry. He has collaborated with numerous industry stakeholders across the country and has been a key contributor to several of MiHR’s research projects. His focus is to identify and understand the primary challenges and opportunities facing in the mining labour market in Canada.
Claudia Mueller
Director, Mining Exchange Programs
Claudia Mueller Director, Mining Exchange Programs
Claudia leads MiHR’s Canada–Australia Mining Skills Exchange Program, driving cross-country collaboration to enhance skills development, mobility and knowledge sharing between partners in both countries. She is an innovative leader with 15 years of experience advancing skills and workforce development across the Canadian mining sector. Her expertise in strategic partnerships and engagement has enabled her to collaborate effectively with industry, academia, governments and communities, building impactful alliances that strengthen talent pipelines and support a sustainable, future-ready mining industry.
Taylor-Faith Blenkarn
Senior Manager, Skills Development & Recognition
Taylor-Faith Blenkarn Senior Manager, Skills Development & Recognition
Taylor manages the development and maintenance of MiHR’s suite of National Occupational Standards (NOS) defined and validated by the Canadian mining industry. Taylor is responsible for the ongoing implementation of MiHR’s Canadian Mining Certification Program (CMCP), working closely with industry stakeholders to ensure a credible process for the assessment and recognition of the skills, knowledge and experience of mine workers. She leads the development, implementation and testing of new programs and initiatives using MiHR’s suite of National Occupational Standard. She contributes to project proposals, maintains budgets, prepares and executes work plans and compiles reports.
Lindsay Kajiura
Senior Manager, Emerging Talent and Skills Initiatives
Lindsay Kajiura Senior Manager, Emerging Talent and Skills Initiatives
Lindsay is responsible for implementing projects that support the engagement of all potential sources of labour to develop an inclusive and diversified workforce across the mining sector. She works on the business development and proposal activities around inclusion and diversity opportunities. She participates in building awareness in careers in mining to various audiences including newcomers, Indigenous people, women and youth, and manages engagement with MiHR’s inclusion and diversity programming. Lindsay holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology & Women’s Studies and brings 4 years of Human Resource experience.
Maeva Callier
Senior Manager, Skills Development
Maeva Callier Senior Manager, Skills Development
Maeva is responsible for overseeing MiHR’s career awareness, education and wage subsidy programs to support the mining industry’s efforts to attract, recruit and develop a skilled and diverse workforce. Prior to joining MiHR, she managed corporate projects in the private sector, taught FSL in the public sector and ESL to newcomers to Canada. Maeva holds an honours bachelor’s degree in applied linguistics and a master’s degree in humanitarian action.
Gustavo Jurado
Senior Labour Market Economist
Gustavo Jurado Senior Labour Market Economist
Gustavo collaborates in the planning and development of MiHR’s labour market research and forecasting for the Canadian mining industry. He brings experience in e-commerce and data science, having worked in both public and private sectors. His previous projects have focused on understanding the potential impact of automation on the labour market.
Brandon Belo
Manager, Wage Subsidies & Career Development
Brandon Belo Manager, Wage Subsidies & Career Development
Brandon oversees MiHR’s wage subsidy programs and contributes to a range of initiatives focused on career development across the sector. He brings more than 10 years of business management experience, with a strong track record of building programs, supporting stakeholders, and helping organizations create meaningful opportunities for emerging talent.
Irene Cunningham
Manager, Finance
Irene Cunningham Manager, Finance
Irene is responsible for accounting and financial reporting at MiHR, offering accounting support for both staff and projects. Irene has worked in a variety of industries and has previous experience working for not-for-profit organizations.
Bahareh Karimi
Manager, Administration, Accounting and IT
Bahareh Karimi Manager, Administration, Accounting and IT
Bahar is responsible for day-to-day office functions, supports staff and projects and manages accounts payable and expense claims at MiHR. She brings several years of experience in computer and network administration, accounting and customer service.
Alex Parsons
Manager, Communications and Graphic Design
Alex Parsons Manager, Communications and Graphic Design
Alex works with the communications team to write, edit and design market-ready content for the websites, social media pages and other facets of MiHR’s public face.
Vickey Sobhani
Labour Market Economist
Vickey Sobhani Labour Market Economist
Vickey contributes to the research, analysis and interpretation of labour force data to explain economic conditions and forecast labour market trends in Canada’s mining industry, applying econometric models and statistical techniques. She brings experience in private sector market analytics, as well as public sector economic assessment and management consulting across all levels of government.
Amanda Seguin
Coordinator, Recognition of Skills & Training
Amanda Seguin Coordinator, Recognition of Skills & Training
Amanda is responsible for providing ongoing support to the development and delivery of new and existing initiatives and training programs based on MiHR’s National Occupational Standards. She has previously worked in administration and event management with an educational background in business administration as well as project management.
Danielle Delaney
Coordinator, Outreach and Events
Danielle Delaney Coordinator, Outreach and Events
Danielle is responsible for day-to-day office functions as well as supporting staff and projects at MiHR. She offers experience working with numerous businesses and organizations to develop initiatives to support a variety of needs.
Giselle Delos Reyes
Office Coordinator
Giselle Delos Reyes Office Coordinator
Giselle supports the day-to-day coordination of office operations and administrative functions across the organization, helping to maintain efficient processes and a positive experience for internal teams and external stakeholders. Bringing years of experience across operations, coordination and client support, she contributes to creating a collaborative, organized and effective workplace environment.
Career Opportunities at MiHR
Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
Please note that MiHR is not an employment agency, and does not offer positions other than those listed on this page. Resumes sent to MiHR related to general mining positions are not accepted. Please refer to job boards and company websites for mining industry job openings.
MiHR is dedicated to striving for inclusion and diversity in its staff. Please refer to our Inclusion & Diversity Policy and Procedures for more information.
Director, Workforce Alliances and Partnerships
About MiHR
Mining is a dynamic and innovative industry that is essential to our every life. Cellphones, cars and healthcare for example would not be possible without mined materials. Mining also plays a major role in the solar panels, electric cars and environmental solutions that are part of the world we want to create. Joining the industry means being part of the largest private sector employer of Indigenous people in Canada that is regularly developing initiatives to increase participation from other diverse groups and an industry that is committed to the highest health and safety standards and environmental sustainability.
The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) is an independent, non-profit organization that leads collaboration among mining and exploration companies, organized labour, contractors, educational institutions, industry associations and Indigenous groups to identify and address the human resource and labour market challenges facing the Canadian minerals and metals sector.
MiHR is committed to ensuring a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment which supports a diverse and equitable workplace where all employees and volunteers feel valued and respected. MiHR promotes work life balance through a flexible hybrid model involving a blend of time working in office and from home. Our time in office strengthens our collaboration and company culture and our time working from home makes day-to-day life easier to manage and helps reduce our carbon footprint.
If you are an innovative, solution oriented and detail oriented self starter interested in working in a vital industry with opportunity for growth, apply today!
About the position
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director, Workforce Alliance and Partnerships provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the Mining and Minerals Workforce Alliance (MMWA) focused on strengthening Canada’s mining and minerals labour force.
The Director, Workforce Alliance and Partnerships leads multi-stakeholder collaboration across industry, government, Indigenous partners, labour organizations, educators and community stakeholders to address workforce shortages, skills gaps, workforce inclusion and future labour market demands across the mining and minerals value chain.
Responsibilities
- Support the Executive Director in the establishment and governance of the Mining and Minerals Workforce Alliance (MMWA), including the development of terms of reference, membership models, task forces and leadership structures that ensure inclusive, representative, and effective sector participation.
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for the MMWA, including management of the contribution agreements, development, and execution of annual workplans and budgets, establishment of operational processes, and oversight of staff, financial controls, reporting systems and deliverables.
- Direct national stakeholder engagement and collaboration activities by convening industry, government, Indigenous organizations, labour groups, educators and other partners to identify workforce priorities, labour market challenges, emerging skills needs and opportunities for coordinated action across the mining and minerals sector.
- Collaborate with other MiHR team members in the planning and delivery of MMWA meetings, consultations, working groups, task forces and regional skills development hubs to support cross-sector dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and implementation of workforce development initiatives.
- Foster and maintain strategic relationships with federal and provincial governments, industry associations, funding partners and external stakeholders to advance workforce priorities aligned with Canada’s critical minerals strategy, economic development objectives and clean energy transition.
- Collaborate with the Director of Communications on the development and implementation of national communications and stakeholder engagement strategies, including key messaging, stakeholder mapping, communications protocols, content development, digital collaboration tools, public reporting and outreach initiatives that promote alliance activities and outcomes.
- Lead performance measurement, evaluation, and continuous improvement activities by establishing key performance indicators, logic models, monitoring frameworks, data collection systems and reporting processes to measure outputs, outcomes, impacts, and equity-focused indicators. Ensure the production of high-quality reports, presentations, dashboards, and public-facing materials that communicate alliance progress, workforce trends, sector insights, and strategic recommendations to diverse stakeholder audiences.
- Monitor labour market trends, workforce risks, demographic shifts, technological advancements and evolving industry needs to inform strategic planning and support innovative workforce development, training, and skills initiatives.
- Champion inclusive, safe, and future-ready workforce practices that support workforce diversity, Indigenous participation, regional representation, workforce mobility, sustainability objectives, and long-term sector competitiveness.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent / Graduate degree Preferred
- 10 years working in a similar organizational environment / 2 years supervisory or managerial experience
- Experience in conducting consultations, quantitative and qualitative research
- Experience working with multi-stakeholder committees, taskforces and working groups
- Experience working with Indigenous, or mining sector stakeholders considered an asset
- Exceptional written, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Familiarity with the reporting and administrative requirements associated with public funding processes; particularly in the not-for profit sector
- Ability to lead and engage team members
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work individually and within a team environment
- Legally eligible to work in Canada
What MiHR has to offer
- Competitive salary
- Competitive benefits package
- Group RRSP matching
- 3 weeks vacation
Schedule
- 7.5 hour work day
- Monday-Friday
- Ability to participate in a hybrid working model with a blend of time working in office and working from home.
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Salary Range: $90,000 to $120,000 + Bonus
Location: Kanata, ON
How to apply
Send us your resume and cover letter in PDF to hr@mihr.ca to tell us why you would like to work with us and why you think we would be a good fit for you!
MiHR is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, and are focused on fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusionary workplace. We are committed to equal opportunity and welcome people of any gender identity, race, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, or any underrepresented groups to apply. Please let us know if you require any accommodations throughout the interview process.
We encourage all candidates to apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Labour Market Economist
About MiHR
The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) is Canada’s knowledge centre for mining labour market information, training and workforce development. An independent, non-profit organization, MiHR’s mission is to lead collaboration across the Canadian mining sector to understand labour market trends, identify opportunities and develop solutions with the long-term vision to build an inclusive, skilled, safe and sustainable Canadian mining workforce.
MiHR is committed to ensuring a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment that supports a diverse and equitable workplace where all employees and volunteers feel valued and respected. If you are an innovative, solution-oriented individual who values collaboration and is interested in working in a vital industry with opportunity for growth, apply today!
About the position
Reporting to the Senior Labour Market Economist, the Labour Market Economist contributes to the development of labour market intelligence, trends analysis and research for the mining industry, including:
- Research, analysis and dissemination of reliable and credible labour market and HR information
- Labour market information (LMI) and public policy analysis
- Strategic HR planning and workforce management research
- Thought leadership on labour market and HR issues in the mining industry
As a member of the Labour Market Information team, the Labour Market Economist participates in the establishment of the research methodology and approach for the Council.
Responsibilities
- Leads the development and continuous improvement of MiHR’s econometric models, forecasting tools, and analytical dashboards
- Monitors Canadian and international economic and labour market trends to ensure forecasts and analysis reflect current conditions
- Works with external clients and stakeholders to conduct custom research and produce reports on regional labour market conditions and HR strategies
- Determines appropriate evidence-based research approaches and modelling assumptions to ensure rigour, defensibility, and adherence to recognized academic and industry standards
- Collects and analyzes diverse primary and secondary datasets, addressing data limitations and gaps to produce reliable outputs
- Produces labour market analysis, visualizations, and other public-facing outputs
- Ensures LMI is accurate, relevant, accessible, and communicated effectively through reports, presentations, webinars, and dashboards aligned with the Council’s research priorities
- Maintains and updates MiHR’s databases and other analytical infrastructure
- Applies research ethics principles in statistical and economic analysis, ensuring integrity, transparency, and secure handling of sensitive data, and responsible interpretation of findings
Education/Experience
- University degree in Economics, preferably at the Master’s level
- 3-5 years’ experience working in a related field
- Experience in labour market analysis and advanced econometric forecasting and modelling
- Programming capability in R (and/or Python) and Excel for analysis and modelling
- Experience in data visualization and dashboard design
- Ability to manage external client relationships and provide custom research in a clear and accessible manner
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to conduct and interpret qualitative and quantitative research
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to present research findings to a wide range of external audiences
- Experience with public policy research and analysis is an asset
- Knowledge of federal government policy, immigration, and Indigenous workforce issues is an asset
What MiHR has to offer
- Competitive salary + bonus
- Competitive benefits package
- Group RRSP matching
- 3 weeks vacation
Schedule
- 7.5 hour work day
- Monday-Friday
- Ability to participate in a hybrid working model with a blend of time working in office and working from home.
Job Type: Full-time, 12-month contract with potential for extension
Salary Range: $70,000 to $90,000 + Bonus
Location: Kanata, ON
How to apply
Send us your resume and cover letter in PDF format to hr@mihr.ca to tell us why you would like to work with us and why you think we would be a good fit for you!
MiHR is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, and are focused on fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusionary workplace. We are committed to equal opportunity and welcome people of any gender identity, race, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, or any underrepresented groups to apply. Please let us know if you require any accommodations throughout the interview process.
We encourage all candidates to apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
