Gary Shaw has worked with the Iron Ore Company of Canada (IOC) for over 19 years. Starting his mining career as an Operator Maintainer working in various areas of the business, Gary found himself with the opportunity to be involved in a culture change at IOC. When Courage to Care rolled out in his area, he brought forward a safety concern and became and active “Core Team” member. The following year another opportunity presented itself when the Courage to Care Co-Chair position became available, Gary stepped up to help lead his team with a passion for making things better for his fellow workers.

An avid hunter and fishman Gary has taken his new found passion for health and safety and brought it into his personal life, being an advocate for his friends and family to use safe practices while enjoying the outdoors.