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Jennifer Schell lit a candle
Thursday, October 5, 2023
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First off, my sincerest condolences to Marcia and family.
Almost 20 years ago, I became passionate about the stock market and I purchased my first ever, stock. This stock was called “Avalon Rare Earths” and Don was the Company’s CEO. After investing for a relatively short period of time, within a year or so, I had made 10x my money. I was able to pay off my debt with my profits and it became my first of many trades. After becoming an investment professional, I met Don at PDAC and later at a small cap conference. Imagine meeting your favourite hockey player in person. That’s what it was like…
Don outlined the components of a feasible mining project, while distinguishing from the “promotes” and mentored me in the way of finding and understanding Canada’s finest mining opportunities. (Although, he always claimed that Avalon wasn’t a mining company, it was a technology company! :)
Throughout my career, he introduced me to his network of geologists, mining engineers and capital markets executives. While I was first intimidated by the prospect of meeting them, they turned out to be very down-to-earth people. I’m grateful that I met Don and for his support and encouragement when pursuing my own investment career and beginning a financial technology startup to help the next generation of retail investors learn to invest.
Don always wanted to create an impact wherever he went. He was so proud of his family: his sons Andrew and Peter, his grandchildren and of course, Marcia, his wonderful, incredibly strong and resilient spouse - who was also a geologist. Don always recognized the talent in people and saw that the future needs to embrace mining and technology to make the world a better place - especially when it comes to improving the environment and quality of life for everyone.
People like Don are a rare commodity and it’s important to appreciate their contributions and to keep their legacy alive by supporting projects that can improve our generations for years to come. Thank you for all that you did. We celebrate you today and you will be missed by many.
Cheers to you, Don!
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Don Bremner posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, October 5, 2023
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Don Bremner Posted Oct 5, 2023 at 1:35 PM
DON BUBAR It is with great sorrow that I write my final tribute to my old Unionville buddy Don Bubar. However, it is with inspiration that I look back at the legacy of Don, the pre-eminent rare earth mining developer. Don Bubar ability to draw in an eclectic group of individuals and provide them with the ability to become life long friends was unique. Don Bubar was a true visionary my memory of Fishing adventures Yellowknife NWT and Minaki NW Ontario built relationships and friendships forever
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Charlie Page posted a condolence
Sunday, August 27, 2023
Shocked to hear of Don’s passing. My condolences to his family. Connected with Don in the early 1990’s and shared office space at 111 Richmond St. Don’s passion for the industry is memorable and the pioneering and perseverance for specialty metals is his landmark. RIP Don and enjoy the view of the “Big Whopper” up there.
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Duncan Fletcher posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, August 25, 2023
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I just heard about Don's passing by chance. I had no idea.
I am shocked and saddened. I had great respect for Don. He was a true gentleman and proud Canadian. He was generous with his time, advice and smile. He is missed.
Marcia, if you see this, please accept my deepest condolences.
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Murray Lines posted a condolence
Sunday, August 20, 2023
Very sad to hear of Don's passing, having met him in Denver in 2000, where he was a keynote speaker discussing lithium exploration, making him ahead of his time in what has become a huge industry.
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Bill Pearson posted a condolence
Friday, August 18, 2023
Very shocked and saddened to learn of Don's passing. I have known Don since our days together in graduate school at Queen's. He has been a passionate advocate for the Canadian Mining Industry with his many years of work with PDAC. He was certainly way ahead of his time on recognizing the growing importance of critical minerals and in working to improve relations with indigenous communities. He will be greatly missed. Sincerest condolences to his wife Marcia and his family. RIP.
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Chuck Willms posted a condolence
Monday, August 14, 2023
I served on the PDAC Indigenous Affairs Committee for many years with Don. He was a tireless advocate for indigenous participation in the mining industry. He was a thoughtful and kind person. A true gentleman. My condolences to Don's family, he was a wonderful friend and colleague and he will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Chuck Willms
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Stephen Amor posted a condolence
Monday, August 14, 2023
My condolences to Don's family and associates.
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Chris Morris posted a condolence
Sunday, August 13, 2023
I came across this by chance, having attended Christmas Park Elementary School, Beaconsfield, with Donnie in the 1960's. My condolences to his entire family.
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Susan mitchell posted a condolence
Saturday, August 12, 2023
I was so shocked and sorry to hear of Dons death. He was a very dear friend of my brother and through that connection I came to know Don. He was just so kind!
His eyes twinkled with his ready smile, and his humour and wit lightened every exchange. My deepest condolences to you Marcia , and Peter, Andrew,and carol
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N Ross posted a condolence
Saturday, August 12, 2023
My sincere condolences to Don’s family. I always appreciated my discussions with Don on critical minerals. He will be missed for sure. The industry is loosing a great person and a great expert.
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Don Newnham posted a condolence
Friday, August 11, 2023
Don was the first friend I made at McGill, and I certainly hit the motherlode!
It has been such a pleasure and honour to have been his friend all these years.
It’s easy to remember his analytical mind, humour, gentleness, sense of irony and ready smile.
Easy to remember…which makes saying goodbye so hard.
My deepest condolences to Marcia, Andrew, Peter and Carol.
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Lynda Bloom posted a condolence
Friday, August 11, 2023
We lost a wonderful person and a great contributor to natural science and the mining industry. My condolences to the family for their loss.
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Trevor posted a condolence
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Don you will be sorely missed. I enjoyed working with you over the years and know that you will be remembered fondly from all those you touched. Blessings to the family and colleagues. We lost a titan.
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Cathy Butella posted a condolence
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Our sincere condolences to the Bubar family.
Don was not only a leader in the industry, but a true gentleman and a kind soul.
He will be missed by many.
Cathy Butella and Don Robinson
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Elina Ayzenberg posted a condolence
Thursday, August 10, 2023
My deepest condolences to the family. Junior mining world will never be the same without Don Bubar’s great knowledge, hard work and dedication. May he rest in peace and his legacy lives on forever.
Warmest regards, Elina Ayzenberg.
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Meg Beckel posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about the death of Don Bubar who gave so much to so many. He was an early champion of the Canadian Museum of Nature Foundation, an independent charity dedicated to raising funds for the research and education programs of the Canadian Museum of Nature. Don brought wisdom and kindness to every discussion. He will be missed. My condolences to the family.
Meg Beckel, former CEO, Canadian Museum of Nature
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