Charles E. Fipke

Charles E. Fipke
CM
Born1946 (age 79–80)
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
CitizenshipCanada
EducationUniversity of British Columbia (BSc.)
OccupationsScientist and entrepreneur
Known forDiscovered Ekati Diamond Mine

Charles Edgar "Chuck" Fipke CM (born 1946) is a Canadian geologist and prospector who discovered the existence of diamonds around Lac de Gras in Canada's Northwest Territories. He is now a multimillionaire involved in geological explorations around the world. Fipke is also a prominent owner and breeder in North American thoroughbred horse racing.

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