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Leadership

Our Philosophy

Our strength comes from our people – combining our broad perspectives and expertise results in novel thinking and practical solutions. This is how we make meaningful progress, everyday, across our operations.

The diversity, integrity, and ingenuity of our people enhance our ability to make sound judgements. We get to know each other and we recognize each other’s contributions. We engage in respectful debate and value each other’s ideas.

We deliver on our commitments by having a bias for action and tangible progress, by caring about the quality of our work, and by always striving for excellence. We believe that by improving the processes of today, we can define the best practices of tomorrow.

Leadership Profiles

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Colin Pegues
Vice President, Ontario, and General Manager of Côté Gold

With over 20 years of mining experience, I believe that people are the most important asset we have. As a leader, I’m committed to fostering a culture grounded in the non-negotiable value of “No Lives Lost and No Lives Changed,” ensuring that safety and care guide every decision we make. Côté Gold is more than a mine—it is a foundation for community growth, innovation, stewardship, and long-term opportunity that will ensure prosperity for future generations.

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Denis Doucet
Deputy General Manager

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Lynn Girard
Operations Manager

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Eric Gosselin
Mine Manager

I have extensive experience and expertise in open pit mining, which has been honed through years of hands-on experience and I have also been instrumental in the commencement of a mine situated in Northern Ontario. At present, as a member of the team at Côté Gold, I find myself enthusiastically engaged in the construction of a mine that encapsulates a visionary outlook, boasting unparalleled standards on a global scale.

Within this transformative endeavour, our objective encompasses the seamless progression of operations, the optimization of production processes, and the unwavering dedication to preserving an unrivalled safety record. Driven by a commitment to excellence, we are resolute in our mission to achieve heightened levels of operational efficiency while concurrently reducing overall operating costs to foster sustainable growth for our organization.

Embracing the unique opportunity to be a contributor within this innovative team, we are poised to forge a great mark within open pit mining, propelling our collective aspirations toward future shared successes.

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Ross Byron
Mill Manager

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Richard Ladouceur
Sustainability Manager

I joined Côté because of its commitment to values and the support it provides to employees and partners alike. It’s inspiring to be part of a team dedicated to setting new safety standards and positively shaping the future of mining.  With over 30 years of mining experience, I've gained hands-on expertise from the ground up, always prioritizing safety in every aspect of operations.

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Kevin Beatty
Mine Maintenance Manager

As a lifelong maintenance professional and Northern Ontarian, I’m proud to be on the Côté team at the mine of the future. Together, I hope we can expand the operation where tomorrow’s technology is embraced and incorporated into today’s safe production. It is us, the people of a company, that bolster business through continuous improvement driven by our integrity, dedication to teamwork and innovation.

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Jennifer Bagley
Human Resources Manager

I joined Côté because of its unique position as one of Canada’s most technologically advanced gold mining operations and the opportunity to help shape a modern, inclusive workplace culture from the ground up. With over 20 years of HR leadership experience in the mining sector across Canada, the UK, and Japan, I specialize in employee relations, talent development, and culture transformation.

I am passionate about creating systems that connect people to meaningful work and foster psychological safety, collaboration, and high performance. At Côté, I’m excited to champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and support our team through continuous learning and innovation as we build the future of mining together.

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Cornelia Holtzhausen
Manager, Operational Excellence

Côté Gold is pioneering the path towards the mine of the future, where people are at the heart of decisions.  I am excited to contribute to the success of the operation and investing in the new generation of mining experts.

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Bernard Haley
Mine Technical Services Manager

I joined IAMGOLD in 2021 at the Westwood Complex, drawn by a team and organization that shared my values. After 20 years in technical and operational roles across the mining industry, I’ve come to appreciate the true value of building strong teams grounded in safety, collaboration, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

Following the successful transformation of Westwood, I transitioned to the Côté Gold team during its ramp-up to production. The potential at Côté Gold is truly exceptional — a world-class mineral resource, a site built for long-term success, and passionate teams committed to driving innovation and unlocking the full potential of this emerging mining jurisdiction.

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Jordan Frohlick
Site Services Manager

With over fifteen years experience in the mining industry, I have had the opportunity to work across many mine sites and surface plants in Northern Ontario.

IAMGOLD’s commitment to safety, responsibility, and putting people first strongly resonates with me. As a proudly Canadian company grounded in trust, collaboration, and diverse perspectives, it’s an organization well positioned to make a lasting impact. I’m thankful for the journey so far and truly excited for what lies ahead.

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Thomas Bouffard
Mill Maintenance Manager

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Genevieve Sulatycky
Environment, Social & Governance Manager

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Roxana Johnston
Finance & Supply Chain Manager

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

For those seeking employment opportunities at Côté Gold, we are currently accepting applications online via our jobs portal.

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