Douglas Shields

Doug Shields, a Vancouver native, seamlessly blends expertise in mining, corporate finance, and securities law, guiding clients through the complexities of equity and debt financings, mergers, and acquisitions on a global scale. His career is marked by a deep involvement in facilitating the financial underpinnings of mining and natural resource projects worldwide, showcasing his proficiency in navigating project finance for senior lenders. Shields' advisory role spans a comprehensive array of corporate affairs, from finance to governance, underpinning his reputation as a go-to consultant for public offerings, debt financing strategies, and regulatory compliance in securities.

His consultancy extends across a diverse client base, assisting mining entities in securing financial backing not only in Canada but also in the United Kingdom and the United States, often laying the groundwork for their initial public offerings. Lenders, especially those focusing on public companies within the mining and industrial realms, frequently benefit from his extensive experience. Shields' academic journey began with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University in 1988, followed by a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1991, anchoring his legal foundation.

His legal acumen has been pivotal in several high-profile transactions, including orchestrating the financing for Seequent Limited’s acquisition of Geosoft and structuring a significant credit facility for Québec Iron Ore Inc. through Sprott Private Resource Lending. This facility played a crucial role in the resurgence of the Bloom Lake Iron Ore Mine. Recognized for his contributions to the field, Shields has been honored in the Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory, notably for his work in mining. His legal practice is licensed in British Columbia since 1992 and Ontario since 2020, further cementing his status as a distinguished figure in the legal community, especially within the realms of corporate and financial services.