By Jamie Hyland, MiningIR
The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME), the preeminent advocate for British Columbia’s mineral exploration and development sector, has announced the appointment of Todd Stone as its new President and CEO, effective August 5, 2025. Following an extensive national search, AME’s Board of Directors selected Stone for his unique blend of experience across both public office and private enterprise.
“After an extensive search, the Board of Directors officially welcomes Todd Stone as our new President & CEO,” said Board Chair, Trish Jacques. “The exploration industry and the AME team will be well served by his broad public and private sector experiences. We are impressed with his commitment to advocate and work collaboratively to protect and promote the interests of mineral explorers and developers creating opportunities and benefits for all British Columbians.”
Stone served for nearly 12 years as MLA for Kamloops – South Thompson, holding key provincial cabinet roles including Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure and Minister Responsible for Emergency Management. Known for his pragmatic, results-driven style, he helped shape public policies that continue to support economic growth and infrastructure development in the province.
Before entering politics in 2013, Stone was a successful tech entrepreneur. As Founder and CEO of iCompass Technologies, he led the company to become a national leader in civic software solutions, serving hundreds of municipalities across North America.
Now returning to a leadership role, Stone is energized by the role mineral exploration will play in powering British Columbia’s and Canada’s future economy:
“I’m inspired by AME’s mission and legacy of protecting a prosperous landscape for mineral exploration that promotes economic growth in British Columbia, respects Indigenous rights, and ensures environmental sustainability,” said Stone. “I’m energized by the opportunities that BC exploration presents for our province, country and the world and recognize the unprecedented alignment of support across Canada to unlock our natural resources for a more diversified international market. The world needs British Columbia’s mineral resources, and AME has a vital role to play working on behalf of our members – big and small – with Government and First Nations to ensure British Columbia is positioned as the leading mineral exploration jurisdiction.”
Stone’s appointment signals a renewed focus on strategic collaboration with industry, Indigenous communities, and government as Canada accelerates development of critical minerals and sustainable mining practices. With mineral exploration at the forefront of the energy transition and global supply chain resiliency, AME’s leadership under Stone will be watched closely across the industry.
About AME
The Association for Mineral Exploration (AME) is the lead association for the mineral exploration and development industry based in British Columbia. Established in 1912, AME represents, advocates and promotes the interests of more than 6,000 members who are engaged in mineral exploration and development in BC and globally. AME encourages a safe, economically strong and environmentally responsible industry by providing clear initiatives, policies, events and tools to support its membership in delivering responsible projects that advance reconciliation and provide benefit to all British Columbians.
