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KMC is one of the largest and most capable pure play mining contractors in Canada.
Over our 75-year history, we have accumulated a full suite of open-pit mining capabilities and services covering the entire lifecycle of mining projects. From mine design optimization, pre-development through to site closure, KMC possesses the expertise, assets and technology to complete any project.
KMC is a privately owned Canadian company that began operations in southern Saskatchewan and Alberta in 1949. The company started as a contract road builder and expanded to include railroads, dams, and other significant earthworks over the company’s history. As Western Canada developed, KMC completed projects throughout Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and the Yukon and Northwest Territories. KMC Mining started working in the Alberta oilsands industry in 1973 and has achieved significant growth as this sector has developed over the last 40 plus years.
KMC provides essential services for the planning, construction, maintenance, and reclamation of the mining lifecycle. Select a phase below to learn more.
Pre-Development
- Early Contractor Involvement
- Mine Planning and Engineering
- Production Schedule Optimization
- Budgetary Cost Estimates
Mine Development
- Access Road Construction
- Site Clearing, Stripping and Muskeg Removal
- Rough / Finish Grading
- Site Drainage and Utilities
- Initial Dyke Construction
Contract Mining
- Overburden Removal
- Ore Mining
- Haul Road Construction
- Access / Haul Road Maintenance
- Tailings Management
Reclamation
- Muskeg and Topsoil Removal / Placement
- Site Remediation
- Soil Salvaging / Placement
Specialty Services
- Equipment Rentals
- Maintenance and Repairs
- Civil Construction