LETTER TO THE EDITOR: World Mineral Day

We are soliciting dates for a proposed “World Mineral Day,” as a follow up to our fifth article published in the Canadian Mining Journal (October 2025, page 40) under the theme “What have you done today that did not involve a mineral?” This would enshrine the importance of minerals in everyday life. We also need
support from the various mineralogical societies, universities, mining companies, mineral resource associations, journals, and rockhound clubs (and even politicians).
We have also created a sticker that could be the logo of World Mineral Day. This sticker has been well-received by the public but needs sponsors and distributers.
If you can assist us in any way to promote a World Mineral Day, then we welcome your help, support, and input.
Bruce Downing, bwdowning@shaw.ca
Donna Beneteau, donna.beneteau@usask.ca