The 9th Annual GROUNDUP Networking Reception - PDAC 2026 Edition
Join 1,000+ mining professionals for intimate networking at PDAC's premier charity reception. All ticket proceeds support Toronto's homeless
Back to Our Roots. Back to The Walrus. Better Than Ever.
For nine years, GROUNDUP has been PDAC's most anticipated networking event - where deals are made, partnerships are forged, and the mining community comes together for a cause that matters.
This year, we're returning to where it all began: The Walrus Pub & Beer Hall, steps from the PDAC conference centre. We're stripping away the extras and focusing on what made GROUNDUP legendary: authentic, high-quality networking among the who's who of mineral exploration and mining.
🗓 EVENT DETAILS
Date: Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Walrus Pub & Beer Hall (Walking distance from PDAC)
Expected Attendance: 1,000 registered industry professionals
💎 WHY ATTEND?
✓ Connect with Industry Leaders – CEOs, geologists, investors, analysts, and mining executives all under one roof
✓ Quality Over Quantity – Curated guest list of serious mining professionals
✓ Prime PDAC Timing – Network the evening before the conference kicks into high gear
✓ Intimate Atmosphere – No stuffy ballrooms. Just great conversations in a relaxed pub setting
✓ Network with Purpose – Your $10 ticket directly supports Toronto's homeless community through Good Shepherd Ministries
❤️ CHARITY COMPONENT
100% of ticket revenue will be donated to organizations supporting Toronto's homeless community. Over the past eight years, GROUNDUP has raised funds for charities while bringing together the best minds in mining. This year, we're keeping that tradition alive.
When you attend GROUNDUP, you're not just expanding your network; you're making a tangible difference in your host city.
🎯 WHAT'S NEW FOR 2026
This year, we're going back to basics:
- No poker tournament – Just pure, focused networking
- Simplified format – More time for meaningful conversations
- Original venue – The Walrus, where GROUNDUP began
- Increased capacity – Room for 1,000 professionals to connect
🏢 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
This event is made possible by the generous support of our industry-leading sponsors who believe in the power of community and giving back:
Uplist Advisory Services
Navigating Cross-Border Capital Markets with Regulatory Excellence
Venture Liquidity Providers
Market-Making & Liquidity Solutions for TSX-V Listed Companies
Mining Hub
Real-Time Mining Intelligence & Actionable Data for Industry Professionals
Corpay
Global FX & Cross-Border Payment Solutions for Smart Business
Endeavor Trust
Unified Canadian & U.S. Transfer Agent Services Under One Roof
BTV Business Television
CEO Interviews, Market Analysis & Investment Insights for Mining Investors
The Market Link
Digital Investor Marketing Solutions Connecting Public Companies to Global Investors
Whitewater Management
High-Volume Dewatering & Water Treatment Solutions for Mining Operations
6ix
Where Companies, Thought Leaders & Investors Build Thriving Investment Communities
Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact us for details.
🎟 TICKET INFORMATION
General Admission: $10 per ticket
(100% donated to Good Shepherd Ministries to support Toronto's homeless community)
Limited Capacity: Only 1,000 spots available
Sponsors receive complimentary ticket codes to distribute to their networks.
This is THE networking event of PDAC week. Don't miss your chance to connect with the industry's finest while supporting a worthy cause.
See you at The Walrus on March 1st!
Join 1,000+ mining professionals for intimate networking at PDAC's premier charity reception. All ticket proceeds support Toronto's homeless
Back to Our Roots. Back to The Walrus. Better Than Ever.
For nine years, GROUNDUP has been PDAC's most anticipated networking event - where deals are made, partnerships are forged, and the mining community comes together for a cause that matters.
This year, we're returning to where it all began: The Walrus Pub & Beer Hall, steps from the PDAC conference centre. We're stripping away the extras and focusing on what made GROUNDUP legendary: authentic, high-quality networking among the who's who of mineral exploration and mining.
🗓 EVENT DETAILS
Date: Sunday, March 1st, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Walrus Pub & Beer Hall (Walking distance from PDAC)
Expected Attendance: 1,000 registered industry professionals
💎 WHY ATTEND?
✓ Connect with Industry Leaders – CEOs, geologists, investors, analysts, and mining executives all under one roof
✓ Quality Over Quantity – Curated guest list of serious mining professionals
✓ Prime PDAC Timing – Network the evening before the conference kicks into high gear
✓ Intimate Atmosphere – No stuffy ballrooms. Just great conversations in a relaxed pub setting
✓ Network with Purpose – Your $10 ticket directly supports Toronto's homeless community through Good Shepherd Ministries
❤️ CHARITY COMPONENT
100% of ticket revenue will be donated to organizations supporting Toronto's homeless community. Over the past eight years, GROUNDUP has raised funds for charities while bringing together the best minds in mining. This year, we're keeping that tradition alive.
When you attend GROUNDUP, you're not just expanding your network; you're making a tangible difference in your host city.
🎯 WHAT'S NEW FOR 2026
This year, we're going back to basics:
- No poker tournament – Just pure, focused networking
- Simplified format – More time for meaningful conversations
- Original venue – The Walrus, where GROUNDUP began
- Increased capacity – Room for 1,000 professionals to connect
🏢 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
This event is made possible by the generous support of our industry-leading sponsors who believe in the power of community and giving back:
Uplist Advisory Services
Navigating Cross-Border Capital Markets with Regulatory Excellence
Venture Liquidity Providers
Market-Making & Liquidity Solutions for TSX-V Listed Companies
Mining Hub
Real-Time Mining Intelligence & Actionable Data for Industry Professionals
Corpay
Global FX & Cross-Border Payment Solutions for Smart Business
Endeavor Trust
Unified Canadian & U.S. Transfer Agent Services Under One Roof
BTV Business Television
CEO Interviews, Market Analysis & Investment Insights for Mining Investors
The Market Link
Digital Investor Marketing Solutions Connecting Public Companies to Global Investors
Whitewater Management
High-Volume Dewatering & Water Treatment Solutions for Mining Operations
6ix
Where Companies, Thought Leaders & Investors Build Thriving Investment Communities
Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact us for details.
🎟 TICKET INFORMATION
General Admission: $10 per ticket
(100% donated to Good Shepherd Ministries to support Toronto's homeless community)
Limited Capacity: Only 1,000 spots available
Sponsors receive complimentary ticket codes to distribute to their networks.
This is THE networking event of PDAC week. Don't miss your chance to connect with the industry's finest while supporting a worthy cause.
See you at The Walrus on March 1st!
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Highlights
- 4 hours
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
Walrus Pub & Beer Hall
187 Bay Street
Toronto, ON M5L 1A1
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