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A new associate partnership named Marks & Clerk as the preferred provider of intellectual property (IP) services to MICA Network members, including IP strategy and IP execution, and mining-focused education through IP workshops and monthly expert IP advisory sessions.
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The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation and its Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator network are pleased to announce a strategic collaboration agreement with the Industrial Waste Technology Center (CTRI). Facilitated by the strategic mediation of ethos, this partnership marks a significant milestone in bridging the gap between applied research and market-ready sustainable solutions for the global mining and industrial sectors.
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Effective February 9, 2026, this collaboration bridges MICA’s national innovation ecosystem with IAC’s world-renowned Intellectual Property (IP) expertise. Together, the organizations will empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to navigate the complexities of global markets by mitigating IP-related risks and fostering strategic ownership positions.
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The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI) and its Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network (managed by CEMI), is pleased to provide an update on the progress of its Associate Partnership Agreement with the Global Mining Guidelines Group (GMG).
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The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI), which manages the Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network, announced a new partnership with the Indigenous Centre for Excellence in Mineral Development (ICEMD).
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The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI), which manages the Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network, has signed an Associate Partnership Agreement with the Critical Minerals Institute (CMI), a global hub for critical minerals, to strengthen Canada’s leadership in mining innovation and the global critical minerals economy.
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The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI), as part of its MICA (Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator Network) program, announces that it has retained the services of ethos stratégie, a firm specializing in sustainable business development, ESG strategy and strategic positioning. This commitment is designed to increase the visibility and influence of the MICA program among Quebec companies and organizations, while supporting its coaching efforts with members and partners.
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The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI) and Ramjack Technology Solutions (Ramjack) have officially signed a Strategic Alliance Agreement to support the advancement and commercialization of innovative mining technologies, both in Canada and internationally
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This strategic partnership marks a significant step towards accelerating innovation, fostering collaboration, and promoting sustainability in the global mining industry
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Strategic Partnership Aims to Advance the Mining Sector Through Innovation
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CEMI and DIGITAL Sign MOU to Advance Innovation and Global Opportunities in Canadian Mining
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“We are thrilled to welcome Mary-Carmen, Marilyn, and Lori to CEMI’s Board of Directors.
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