SMS Equipment has a long-standing commitment to maintaining a diverse workforce. While much of the work their employees do is in rugged environments, women have no off-limits job. In this edition of Experts Corner, Heavy Equipment Technician and 2nd-year Apprentice Elizabeth Sheane shares her story about discovering her passion for what many consider a man’s job.

The 15th Annual Mushkegowuk Cup wasn’t your average hockey tournament. Drawing 56 First Nation youth hockey teams (setting a record!) from across Northern Ontario and Quebec to the city of Timmins, it's a testament to the power of sports bringing communities together.

Survey data shows that gender equality isn't just a moral imperative but also strengthens companies. SMS Equipment has a long history of workplace diversity, and the women in our workforce have proven they can be top performers even in a male-dominated field like heavy equipment.

While 2023 had its fair share of volatility in the mining sector, mining trends into 2024 continue to be shaped by a dynamic landscape of technological change, customer support models and global shifts with critical minerals.