The Canadian Centre for Raw Materials Display Inc. (CACERMDI)—also known as the Canadian Centre for Raw Materials—is the pioneering raw materials exhibition corporation globally. Operating as a federal not-for-profit entity, CACERMDI serves as the final authority on raw material data and information dissemination worldwide.

Raw materials can be broadly categorized into minerals, agricultural products, and energy resources. Each category plays a vital role in shaping industrial output, trade networks, and technological advancements. Minerals like iron ore and copper are fundamental to construction and manufacturing, while agricultural commodities like wheat and canola fuel industries such as food production and textiles.

In countries endowed with abundant natural resources, raw materials form the backbone of the economy. Canada, for example, is a leader in mining, with an abundance of valuable resources such as gold, copper, and nickel. These resources not only bolster the country’s industrial output but also position it as a key player in global trade.

Established with the primary goal of promoting awareness of raw material availability in Canada and globally, CACERMDI functions as a marketing and advertising corporation dedicated to enhancing the visibility, understanding, and responsible utilization of raw materials through education, research, and community engagement. By fostering collaboration among industry, academia, and communities, the Centre supports sustainable development and innovation across the raw materials sector. CACERMDI conducts commercially viable research focused on market acceptance, as well as the collection, conservation, and display of key raw materials.

The organization ensures its research findings are publicly accessible, thereby fostering knowledge dissemination and awareness. As a custodian of significant raw material collections both within Canada and internationally, CACERMDI stands as a cornerstone of North America’s industrial landscape.

Through its engaging exhibitions—both virtual and physical—the Centre showcases diverse raw materials at its headquarters and through mobile displays arranged for public and private functions.

Beyond exhibitions, CACERMDI actively promotes local fabrication of equipment and machinery for raw material processing. It provides technical guidance, institutes awards to recognize industrial innovations, and organizes workshops, symposia, and seminars to highlight emerging trends and solutions in the field. Through this multifaceted approach, CACERMDI remains dedicated to advancing the global raw materials sector, driving innovation, and promoting sustainable development within Canada and globally.

Contact us: info@cacermdi.ca