Sponsor (Canada): Maurice RuddickAbout this bookmarker This Beyond 28 Days bookmarker honours Maurice Ruddick known as the Miracle Miner of Springhill, Nova Scotia. During the 1958 Springhill Mining Disaster, Ruddick, the only Black miner trapped underground for nine days with his colleagues, lifted spirits through his songs, faith, and hope. His courage and humanity made him a national symbol of resilience and unity in the face of tragedy. Your sponsorship includes: Your logo