Ernest M. Richardson, CM (born August 4, 1931) is a four-time Canadian and world curling champion.

Richardson was the skip of the Regina-based team made up of his brother Garnet and cousins Arnold and Wes during the late 1950s and early 1960s.

In 1963, Wes Richardson was suffering from back issues, and was replaced on the team by Mel Perry.

[1] In 1978, in recognition of his contributions to the sport of curling, Ernie Richardson was made a member of the Order of Canada.

[2] Later, when the World Curling Federation changed their criteria for honouring individuals, Richardson was inducted into the WCF Hall of Fame, along with all other previous award recipients.