Pan American Silver Corp. - a Vancouver-based mining company - is making waves in the industry for its unparalleled ability to engage in the exploration, mine development, extraction, processing, refining, and reclamation of silver, gold, zinc, lead, and copper mines. With its interests spread across the globe, including Canada, Mexico, Peru, Argentina, and Bolivia, the corporation holds rights to a plethora of mines - notably including La Colorada, Dolores, Huaron, Morococha, Shahuindo, La Arena, Timmins West, Bell Creek, Manantial Espejo, San Vicente, Joaquin, and Cap-Oeste Sur Este. Founded in 1979 under the name Pan American Minerals Corp., the company changed its name to Pan American Silver Corp. in April of 1995. Today, it represents a leading player in the mining industry.