Earth and Space Science – Rocks, Minerals, and Erosion (RM)
Nancy Rogers
Career Profiles
Genuine Prospector and Craftsperson
I travel to remote areas looking for signs of minerals and crystals.
Sarah Lockwood (she/her)
Career Profiles
Mine Geologist
I study the geology of an area to figure out where diamonds are located.
Chrystine Patoine (She/Her)
Career Profiles
Blasting and Drilling Engineer
I calculate the best places to put explosives so we can reach underground ore deposits.
What are rocks?
Backgrounders
Learn about the types of rocks, the rock cycle, and weathering and erosion.
Nancy Duquet-Harvey
Career Profiles
Environmental Superintendent
I make sure that we don't harm the environment with our mining activities.
Graham Ballachey
Career Profiles
Vice President, Engineering
I manage and oversee all the engineering work for a lithium mine development company.
Jessica Rideout
Quarry Materials Compliance Officer
I inspect quarries to ensure that they are operated in compliance with provincial regulations.
Aynsley Foss (she/her)
Career Profiles
Issues and Policy Manager
I advocate for the major producing mines across Ontario to ensure their long-term competitiveness.
Caroline Richard
Geotechnical Engineer
I work in the mining industry and manage the waste materials created during ore extraction.
Amanda McCallum
Geologist, Communication Specialist, Business Owner
I'm a prospecting geologist, a science communication specialist and business owner.
Lesley Hymers
Manager, Education and Outreach Programs
I work for an organization that provides Earth science and mineral resources education.
Lisa T. Phiri
Mining Geologist
I examine rocks in an underground mine to determine the amount and location of gold.
Patty Simpson (she/her)
Career Profiles
Environmental Coordinator
As the head of the Environment Department at a uranium mine, it is my responsibility to make sure that the mine does not pollute the surrounding environment.
David Harris
Superintendent Special Projects: HR
Humans and Freshwater Ecosystems
Backgrounders
Learn about how people impact the ecosystems of lakes and rivers.
