Simon Gibbons was a 19th-century Anglican priest who holds the distinction of being the first Inuk priest in Canada. Born in Forteau, Newfoundland and Labrador, in 1851, he spent much of his life serving remote communities through missionary work. He was noted for his remarkable physical endurance, often traveling through harsh winter conditions on snowshoes to reach fishing families. Throughout his ministry, he was recognized for his intellect and his dedication to building religious infrastructure in Nova Scotia.