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STANDARDS

Definition and regulatory standards for mineral resources, mineral reserves and mineral projects

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LEADING PRACTICES

CIM leading practice guidelines for ESG, exploration, mineral processing, and the estimation of mineral resources and mineral reserves

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GUIDANCE

CSA, OSC, BCSC, TSX Staff Notices and Additional Guidelines

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VALUATION

CIMVal Standards and Guidelines for Valuation of Mineral Properties

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Read and download the 2025 CIM Leading Practice Guidelines for Diamonds

Click the "read more" button below to access the new CIM Leading Practice Guidelines for Diamond Exploration, Resources and Reserves, Specific to Primary Diamond Deposits

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