Leo Mol, born Leonid Molodozhanyn in Polonne, Ukraine, was a renowned Ukrainian-Canadian artist celebrated for his work in sculpture, painting, and stained glass. Mol studied at the Leningrad Academy of Arts before emigrating to Canada in 1948. He became known for his monumental sculptures, including busts of prominent figures such as Taras Shevchenko and Terry Fox, and public works displayed across Canada, the U.S., and Europe. Mol’s contributions to the arts include the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden in Winnipeg, housing over 300 of his works. His art earned him numerous honors, including the Order of Canada and honorary degrees from multiple Canadian universities. Mol passed away in 2009, leaving a lasting legacy in public art and sculpture.