Northisle Copper and Gold (TSX-V: NCX) announced Monday it has appointed Alexander Davidson to its board of directors effective April 6..
Davidson stands as a globally acclaimed mining leader who brings more than four decades of mineral exploration and corporate development expertise to the company, it said.
During his time at Barrick Gold as executive vice president of exploration and corporate development, he transformed the company into a top gold producer worldwide through key discoveries and strategic acquisitions.
Davidson’s career includes leadership and contribution to multiple landmark discoveries such as Lagunas Norte, Pascua-Lama, Pierina, and Veladero along with significant involvement in Barrick’s acquisitions of Lac Minerals, Homestake Mining, and Placer Dome. He received many industry honors for his achievements including the PDAC Prospector of the Year Award, CIM’s A.O. Dufresne Award, along with the SME’s Charles F. Rand Gold Medal.
The Canadian Mining Hall of Fame welcomed him as an inductee in 2023 for his contributions to mining worldwide. In addition, Davidson and his wife are responsible for creating the Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada, which provides support for students pursuing a three-year technical program or four-year university degree program in the Mineral Extraction and Processing Industries
Davidson earned B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Economic Geology from McGill University and presently holds board positions at South Pacific Metals Corp. and Capital Limited, and was previously a director of Pan American Silver, Yamana Gold, and Orca Gold.
“Alex’s knowledge of assets around the world is unmatched and we are honoured to be able to leverage his vast experience and influence,” Northisle CEO Sam Lee said in a news release.
“His strong belief in indigenous engagement driving the future success of mining in Canada is entirely congruent with our core values and is represented by the Alex and Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous students in Canada.”