The Ontario Prospectors Association (OPA) is undergoing a bold revitalization. We are rebuilding an organization that reflects the future of mineral exploration in Ontario—grounded in integrity, guided by good governance, and powered by the diverse voices of its members. OPA advocates for the prospectors, geoscientists, explorers, and communities who drive discovery in Ontario.
Our mission is clear: to make Ontario the best place in the world to explore.
As we reimagine the OPA, your participation matters. We are growing our Board, launching active committees, and advancing a strong lobbying effort to support land access, Indigenous partnerships, education, and the next generation of explorers.
Join us. Be part of the movement to shape policy, open doors, and secure a strong future for Ontario’s exploration sector.
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LATEST NEWS
- OPA Revitalization CommitteeRestoring Purpose and Credibility After nearly two years and more than 1,300 volunteer hours, the Revitalization Committee has completed some of the most consequential work in …
- The OPA Commends $10M Government Investment in Junior ExplorationThe Ontario Prospectors Association (OPA) welcomes Minister Stephen Lecce’s announcement of renewed funding under the Ontario Junior Exploration Program (OJEP). With $10 million awarded to 68 …
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- All Eyes on Exploration: PDAC 2026The energy at the 2026 Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention was unmistakable. With a record-breaking 32,155 participants from around the world, the atmosphere …