The Westray mine was a coal mine located in Pictou County, Nova Scotia, Canada. It became infamous after a tragic explosion on May 9, 1992, which resulted in the deaths of 26 miners. The disaster highlighted serious safety issues and regulatory failures within the mining industry. Following the explosion, investigations revealed that the mine had numerous safety violations and inadequate emergency preparedness. The Westray disaster led to significant changes in mining regulations in Canada, including the introduction of the Westray Bill, which aimed to hold corporations accountable for workplace safety.