About

About The Prospecting Journal:

The Prospecting Journal encompasses a compilation of information pertaining to the Canadian junior mining industry. The site provides visitors with the ability to research and analyze a multitude of Canadian mining companies by enabling visitors to have access to reports, releases, profiles, news, and featured companies.

The site is a reference tool for all current and potential investors to keep up to date on current trends, and is an excellent educational reference enabling visitors with access to analytical material, reference links and career opportunities.

The Prospecting Journal is owned by Cordova Media Inc., a privately held British Columbia Company which specializes in market communications for junior resource public companies.

Chris Devauld ~ Editor in Chief

With a love of dirt and a knack with solid words, Chris Devauld brings a sturdy core to the Prospecting Journal.

Son of a self-made resources man, resident of a small BC mining town, world-traveller and writer of everything, Mr Devauld entered the working world labouring in the northern mines, forests and mills that have built Canada’s economy. Currently a communications professional in Vancouver and an avid writer, his approach to mining is based on a strong education and diverse life experiences.

Having obtained a B.A. in English and Writing from the University of Victoria in 2006 and an M.A. in Communications from Edith Cowan University in Australia in 2009, Mr. Devauld sprinkled his inter and post education years with solid work in various sectors. He was a lead writer for a national charity in Toronto, specializing in social media marketing and outreach. He took a turn up in BC’s Caribou Interior as a community journalist, finding the voice that resonates with BC’s resource-based residents. And in 2009 – 2010 he worked for the High Commission of Canada in Australia as a communications expert and speech writer for the High Commissioner, assisting top diplomats with high-priority multinational business deals, such as BHP’s failed bid for Canada’s Potash Corp.

Mr. Devauld moved to Vancouver in early 2011 to establish himself in Canada’s mining sector and apply his vast knowledge to all things precious, petroleum-based and rare. On top of ongoing contract work for the Canadian, Australian and New Zealand business interests in Vancouver, he maintains strong ties in Investor Relations and obsessively follows market news. His natural writing and deep-digging story mentality make him an invaluable member of the team and a lead explorer for our readers.

Jason Staeck ~ Senior Writer

Born and raised in Sri Lanka to an American father and an Indian mother, Jason’s roots lie in a global, multicultural setting. Amongst the foray of words that help describe his youth are: travel, civil war, rainforests, tennis and tsunami. His time growing up in Sri Lanka is remembered with much fondness and is believed to have fundamentally shaped his views. Upon graduating from the International Baccalaureate program, Jason took a gamble in moving to Vancouver to pursue further studies at the University of British Columbia. His interests saw him excel in Political Science; fusing his writing capabilities with a keen willingness expand his knowledge base.

Five years down the line and Jason’s work experiences have varied dramatically. He has worked as an adventure guide, an office administrator, a sport and facilities supervisor and a brand ambassador. And having recently received his undergraduate degree in both English Literature and Political Science Jason looks to the future with an eye to the pen. At some point a Master’s degree in Journalism is on the cards, but in the time being Jason is looking to continue writing about topics of great interest. Having recently joined the ProspectingJournal team he now looks to master everything the financial markets can throw at him. Look to Jason for an ambitious, young writer that continues to add personality and panache to his daily contributions.

Angela Bouzanis ~ Account Executive

The professional, responsible and reliable face to our team, Angela draws on an outstanding work ethic, strong rapport and sound interpersonal skills in making the first contact with our diverse clients.

We were lucky enough to enlist Angela’s services shortly after she graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) in 2011 with a BA in Economics. During her undergraduate years, Angela reinforced her macro and micro business knowledge with key managerial, promotional and communications positions. She acted as a Recreational Manager for a community centre, learning the key real-world skills associated with a managerial role. She also established herself as a stand-out individual in a communications position at UBC, which formed the foundation for her strong understanding of media and technology. And on top of her technical know-how, Angela’s extensive experience in supervising public outreach activities for a wide range of organizations in Vancouver gives her the edge that most professionals lack: superior interpersonal skills—the perfect vehicle to communicate our clients’ messages.