This years’ AGM and Convention will be taking place in St.John’s Newfoundland June 2nd – June 4th. St.John’s is known for its warm, welcoming and storytelling culture. This years convention will not only take place in St.Johns’ but will also include events and activities that share in the spirit of Newfoundlands’ fun and unique atmosphere.
Did you know Maclean’s magazine thinks Newfoundland and Labrador has one of the Top 10 Friendliest Cultures in the World?!
“I thoroughly enjoy hearing the stories of contractor groups coming together at the conventions and just having fun. Silly pranks, late nights and some of the best stories told.”
Keynote Speaker
Our keynote speaker this year is Candace Carnahan, Candace was involved in a devastating workplace incident in which she lost her lower left leg at only 21.
“It was an incident that might also have taken her life, but most important to Carnahan – it was preventable. As she grew aware that ‘tomorrow’ is a guarantee for no one, she adapted quickly – mentally and physically – to mobilize herself from a potentially paralyzing situation. ”
Today Candace has inspired numerous enterprises, governments and non-profit organizations to pursue an improved safety record through her safety presentations.
“With irrepressible energy, she taps into her own experiences to inspire audiences to realize their full potential. Candace shares her belief that having the courage to care through standing up for others is a transformational concept – “If You See Something. Say Something”.
Companion Tour
Join Newfoundland’s award-winning boat tour Iceberg Quest as we depart from the heart of downtown St. John’s. The tour is walking distance from the CDDA convention hotel.
Witness the world’s largest concentration of humpback whales, watching as they thrust their massive 40-ton bodies into the air. Steam through the passageway of 12,000-year-old icebergs and view the elegant Atlantic Puffin.
Delegate Pub Crawl
This years’ delegate reception will be taking place on the famous George Street in St. John’s Newfoundland. Drilling and Mining Contractors, Manufacturers, Suppliers, Industry Trainers and more will travel to four different venues on the street, at each venue there will be limited complimentary drinks and appetizers available. More information will be announced in the upcoming months. Games and prizes to be won!
Deep Sea Fishing Tour
Join us on a Deep Sea Fishing Tour. Fish for world class sea run brown trout, Atlantic salmon, eastern brook trout and deep-sea species including codfish with experienced and cordial licensed guides. Record brown trout within close proximity of the city, Atlantic salmon on the Avalon Peninsula, central, west, south coast and Labrador. Don’t miss this unique networking experience!
Call for Papers
The CDDA Convention is now looking for individuals interested in presenting a technical paper at the 2019 AGM and Convention. Submit your brief abstract for your paper today with the following form:
Booth Registrations
This years’ AGM and Convention will include a mini tradeshow in which members can advertise their company and products to event attendees. The standard booth registration is $800.00 and includes one full delegate convention pass.
Call for CDDA Lifetime Member Nominees
The Canadian Diamond Drilling Association wishes to recognize individuals who have made a significant contribution to the advancement of the Association’s goals and objectives. Member firms are invited to nominate these individuals for the “Lifetime Membership” award. Nominees should be retired from an active role in the industry.
All nominations are presented to the Board of Directors. Upon approval, the recipient would be awarded with a lifetime membership at the following CDDA Annual General Meeting and Convention. The registration fee to the event would be included with the award. Please fill out the following form, if you would like to submit a nomination.
Call for Safety Video Submissions
Are you a member of the CDDA and have a great safety video your company has produced and would like to share?
The CDDA is looking for the best industry safety video to award an Oscar to at the A.G.M. in St.John’s, Newfoundland. The videos will be showcased on the CDDA website with the Safety and Environment Committee selecting the winner. The videos will also be shown at all the Eastern and Western Safety Group meetings and other CDDA events prior to the A.G.M.
Criteria.
Must be a CDDA member.
- Must be created specifically for your company.
- Must promote a safety initiative and not product based.
- Must be willing to share with all CDDA members.
- Must be submitted to the office no later than May 10th, 2019.
Submit your videos to office@cdda.ca today!!
CDDA Lifetime Member Recipients
Deceased Lifetime Member Recipients
- Andy Attwater
- Al Clarke
- Arthur Murdy
- Bill Mundle
- Bob Morgan
- Brenda Patterson
- Bud McDonald
- Clarence Watson
- Clement Paquet
- Gary Pipher
- Harvey Tremblay
- Jim Savage
- Peter Bremner
- Richard Kemshall
- Russel Laporte
- Tony Graham
- Wallace Bradley
- Andrew Lyon
- Brian Warriner
- Dare Fowler
- Don Hosking
- Graham Ennis
