The Canadian Mining Hall of Fame selects and inducts individuals from all facets of the mining industry. They have two things in common: their significant and lasting impact on Canada’s mining industry, and through their achievements, their contribution to the high standard of living shared by all Canadians.
2019
A.M. “Sandy” Laird (b. 1934)
During a 39-year career with Placer Dome and predecessor Placer Development, Sandy Laird was directly involved in transforming at least 15...
2018
A. Terrance MacGibbon (b. 1946)
Few modern-era exploration geologists have made the transition to company builder and mine developer as successfully as Terry MacGibbon. H...
2018
Robert A. Gannicott (1947 – 2016)
Robert (Bob) Gannicott was a pioneer of Arctic mineral exploration and a visionary entrepreneur who helped unlock the downstream value of ...
2018
Ross J. Beaty (b. 1951)
The career achievements of Ross Beaty are as multi-dimensional as the man and the companies he founded and led over almost four decades. H...
2018
Edward G. Thompson (b. 1936)
For more than half a century, Edward Thompson has contributed to the progress and prestige of the Canadian mining industry as an explorer,...
2017
John Zigarlick, Jr. (1937 – 2011)
John Zigarlick, Jr. was a visionary mine-maker and company-builder who left an enduring legacy in Canada’s North through innovative infr...
2017
William S. (Steve) Vaughan (1937-2020)
William S. (Steve) Vaughan helped elevate the stature of Canada’s mining industry at home and abroad as a leading expert and advisor on ...
2017
Donald A. McLeod (1928 – 2017)
Donald McLeod was a revered and iconic figure in Canada’s mining industry and an inspirational role model for young mining entrepreneurs...
