National Recognition for Young Mining Leader

On May 13 at the annual Canadian Institute of Mining (CIM) black-tie Awards Gala in Vancouver, Keira Sawatzky, P.Eng. will be recognized for the work she has accomplished as a 2024 recipient of the CIM Bedford Canadian Young Leaders Award.

Not even 10 years out of university, Keira, is the Lead Technical Manager of Peter Lucas Project Management and a professional Electrical Engineer registered in the province of Saskatchewan. Keira started with Peter Lucas as a client-embedded Project Manager and now manages their largest client portfolio, providing support and leadership to employees and clients to ensure they have what they need to succeed. She has developed Peter Lucas’ internal mentorship program, with a focus on women in non-traditional roles, and provides formal mentorship through WiM/WIN-SK and the University of Saskatchewan College of Engineering. Keira excels at supporting others by developing relationships, applying her technical skill, and challenging the status quo.

Peter Lucas Mechanical Project Engineer, Elnaz Etminan shares, “her (Keira’s) guidance has led to the development of high-performing, cohesive individuals that consistently deliver outstanding results. She is a young mining leader who excels in executing goals, engaging others, and championing social responsibility.”

Jared Peterson , CEO of Peter Lucas, adds, “I am incredibly grateful for the work Keira has done for Peter Lucas and believe she is highly deserving of this award.”

To learn more about the leadership team at Peter Lucas visit https://www.peterlucas.ca/our-team.