Mining
In this dynamic industry, staying ahead of the curve and on top of change is key to success. Our team can help you navigate the constant change.
Plan your path ahead with our help
Canada is one of the largest mining nations in the world, with nearly 20 percent of exports coming from the mining industry. With this level of potential, there’s profit to be had — but only for the most dynamic, adaptable mining businesses. From obtaining permits and forecasting fluctuations in commodity prices to keeping up with safety, land and pollution regulations, the mining industry is greatly impacted by a range of shifting factors.
We work with more than 300 mining businesses across Canada and have an in-depth knowledge of the challenges you face, as well as the opportunities you should be seizing. Our tailored solutions are adaptable for whatever phase your business is in throughout the mining lifecycle — from exploration to remediation. We are at the forefront to ensure you are well-protected and well-positioned to reach your business goals.
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Mining Industry Involvement and Support
We are proud to support various initiatives and organizations that promote Canada’s mining industry.
Insights
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Performance
January 11, 2022
The Regional Assessment for the Ring of Fire
The regional assessment of Ontario’s Ring of Fire region provides a better understanding of how to navigate Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) assessments more broadly.
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Performance
March 02, 2021
Mining Companies and Flow-through Shares: Timeline Changes Announced
The federal government has proposed extending the spending timelines around flow-through shares for junior mining companies. Find out what that might mean to you.
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Performance
February 14, 2025
Key insights from MNP’s Tariffs, Taxes, and More Trends in 2025 webinar
Between tariff threats and a looming change in Canadian federal leadership, 2025 is a year of uncertainty for Canadian businesses. On February 11, 2025, MNP hosted a webinar to discuss the evolving economic landscape, providing clarity about what’s ahead and actionable insights for how business leaders can assess tariff impacts.
The session, moderated by Am Lidder, Senior Vice President for Tax Services at MNP, featured insights from MNP’s Heather Weber, Indirect Tax Leader and Mike Cristea, Trade Advisory Specialist, and Crestview Strategy’s Ginny Roth.
Contact Our Mining Team
Maruf Raza CPA, CA
Partner, Senior Vice President Assurance & National Leader Public Companies
Maruf is MNP’s Senior Vice President of Assurance and Accounting Services and the firm’s national Public Companies Leader. He is responsible for ensuring the firm meets clients’ assurance business needs, as well as complying with professional standards. Maruf is also in charge of innovation in MNP’s audit and assurance practice, ensuring a dynamic approach in a rapidly changing assurance environment.
A thought leader on International Financial Accounting Standards (IFRS), Maruf has conducted technical research on IFRS and U.S. accounting standards, including being part of CPA Canada’s IFRS Discussion Group and committees at the Ontario Securities Commission. He has worked in countries around the world and helps companies in Canada obtain financing through both public and private transactions. Maruf has extensive experience helping clients in the technology, mining, and gaming sectors. He also works with investment funds and Exempt Market Dealers.
As MNP’s Public Companies Leader, Maruf advises public companies and private companies planning to go public through direct initial public offerings or reverse mergers. He has served as a director and audit committee chair for multiple Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE)-listed companies, and is a past board chair of a TSX-Venture listed company.
Maruf graduated from Toronto Metropolitan University with a Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) in accounting and finance in 1999. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), qualifying as a Chartered Accountant (CA) in 2001.
Maruf serves on the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC)-CPA Canada Joint Mining Task Force.