July 2025 — The Tunnelling Association of Canada (TAC) has officially launched a pilot Mentorship Program aimed at strengthening professional ties within the Canadian tunnelling community.

Open to students, early-career professionals, and seasoned industry leaders, the initiative offers a structured platform for TAC members to connect, share knowledge, and support one another’s professional development.

The program’s core goals include:
• Enhancing member connections across the TAC network
• Providing accessible career guidance and support
• Promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry
• Cultivating a collaborative and supportive professional environment

Powered by PDL Mentoring, the platform will match mentors and mentees based on shared interests and areas of expertise, enabling focused and personalized conversations. The pilot phase will run for one year, during which TAC will evaluate participation, feedback, and overall impact to determine the program’s future direction.

TAC emphasizes that the program is designed to support career development and should not be considered a source of technical training or mentorship.
Opportunities for Involvement

Participants will benefit in different ways:
• Mentors will have the opportunity to give back to the tunnelling community by sharing their experience and helping to shape the next generation of professionals.
• Mentees will gain valuable career insight, expand their networks, and learn directly from seasoned experts.

No matter your stage in the industry, the program offers a chance to learn, connect, and grow.

For more information and to register for the webinar, visit the official TAC Mentorship Program page.

To introduce the program, TAC will host an informational webinar on August 13 from 12:00–1:00 PM EST. The session, led by PDL Mentoring, will guide attendees through the registration process and explain how the matching platform works.

Register today: https://www.tunnelcanada.ca/calendar_of_events.php