05/28/2026
Congratulations to Gibraltar Mine’s Rescue Team on a great performance at the 68th Annual BC Mine Rescue and First Aid Competition!
Hosted by BC’s Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals, in partnership with the Mining Association of BC, the annual competition brings together mine rescue teams from across the province to test specialized emergency response and first aid skills while showcasing industry-leading safety practices.
Representing Taseko’s Gibraltar Mine in the South Zones competition, the team demonstrated exceptional skill, teamwork, and commitment to safety, earning impressive results:
- 1st place in Rope & Field – South Zone
- 2nd place in 3-Person First Aid
- Brian Getson – Best First Aid Captain, South Zones
- Deanna Elden – Best Spare Written in 3-Person First Aid, South Zones
- Gibraltar Mine Rescue Team tied for 1st in aggregate points, with the tie breaker ultimately going to Copper Mountain
- Jono Neufeld – Best Captain in South Zones and Overall Best Captain
These achievements reflect the dedication, preparation, and expertise of the team members who help strengthen our culture of safety every day.
Congratulations to the entire Gibraltar Mine Rescue Team for proudly representing Gibraltar Mine and Taseko at this important BC mining industry event.