Recognizing women in mining who are blazing a trail
January 17, 2025
Rachel Cranford was highlighted in Canadian Mining Magazine where she talks about mentorship, representation, and recruitment in the mining industry
It wasn’t until 1978 that women were allowed in operation positions in underground mining. This happened after changes to Canada’s Human Rights Act in 1977 included gender as grounds for discrimination.
Women In Mining Canada (WIM Canada) hosts the Trailblazer Awards annually at PDAC to recognize five women who are breaking barriers, paving paths, and being ‘trailblazers’ in the industry. The award recognizes women who embody the trailblazing spirit, which refers to the leadership mindset needed to make extraordinary personal strides to navigate the Canadian mining industry.
