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Gerald Maier

1928 – 2025

Canadian businessman

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About Gerald Maier

Lived 1928 – 2025 (aged 97). Gerald Maier was a Canadian businessperson, known for TC PipeLines.

Gerald James Maier (22 September 1928 – 4 November 2025) was a Canadian engineer and oilman. Maier began his career in 1951 with the Sun Oil Company, and then in 1953 joined the Hudson's Bay Oil and Gas Company. At Hudson's Bay, Maier rose through the ranks to become a senior vice-president in 1975 and an executive vice-president in 1977. He was elected chairman of the board in 1980 and remained in that role until the company's sale to Dome Petroleum in 1982. That year, he became president of Bow Valley Industries. Maier left Bow Valley to become president of TransCanada Pipelines in 1985. In 1991, he was elected chairman of the board additionally, and in 1993 ceded the presidency. Maier retired as chairman of TransCanada in 1998.

Life and career Maier was born and raised in Wilcox, Saskatchewan. He attended the Athol Murray College of Notre Dame and then the University of Alberta. He has been chairman of the board of regents of his high school since 1997.

In 2003, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada as "a recognized leader in the exploration, acquisition and sustainable development of our natural gas and crude oil reserves". Maier was also awarded the Canadian Engineering Leader Award, presented by the University of Calgary's Schulich School of Engineering.

Maier died on 4 November 2025, at the age of 97.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Known for
TC PipeLines
Education
Athol Murray College of Notre Dame, University of Alberta
Awards
Officer of the Order of Canada; Order of Canada
Also known as
Gerald James Maier

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gerald Maier?

Canadian businessman (1928–2025)

When was Gerald Maier born?

Gerald Maier was born on 22 September 1928 in Regina.

When did Gerald Maier die?

Gerald Maier died on 4 November 2025 in Calgary.

What was Gerald Maier's occupation?

Gerald Maier was a businessperson.

What was Gerald Maier known for?

Gerald Maier was known for TC PipeLines.

What nationality was Gerald Maier?

Gerald Maier was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gerald Maier

· Wikidata: Q5549365

· DBpedia: Gerald Maier

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