Sylvain Collard
President Canada & Group COO
Sylvain has been in charge of Elevra’s predecessor Sayona’s operations in Québec since October 2022.
As a mechanical engineer, he is a specialist in mine project management and continuous process improvement, he has extensive experience in operations management for both open pit and underground mines.
During his career, Sylvain has worked on several IAMGOLD mining projects, notably as manager of a major capital project at the Essakane mine in Burkina Faso. He has also managed copper and gold mines and projects in Québec, Ontario and the United States.
He was appointed President and COO of Canada for Elevra in July 2025.
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