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.
1989
H. H. “Spud” Huestis (1907 – 1979)
The claim to Canadian mining immortality for Herman H. “Spud” Huestis came with his introduction to the world of the large tonnage, lo...
1989
Dr. Duncan R. Derry (1906 – 1987)
An eminent economic geologist, known internationally for his many contributions to mineral exploration on nearly every continent of the wo...
1989
Frederick M. Connell (1883 – 1980)
Frederick M. Connell The citation accompanying the 1973 Inco Medal award to Frederick M. Connell, probably said it all: “In recognition ...
1989
Pierre Beauchemin (1892 – 1968)
Pierre Beauchemin was a towering figure on the mining horizons of the province of Quebec. As one of French Canada’s most outstanding min...
