Statement: Workplace Critical Incident

Late yesterday evening, Friday, May 6, Greater Sudbury Police Services issued a news release regarding a workplace fatality in Onaping/Levack. The City of Greater Sudbury can now confirm that this tragic incident involved an employee of the municipality.

We are heart-broken by this tragic loss. Our deepest sympathies are with the family, friends, and all those who knew and worked with the employee. Our immediate focus is on supporting the staff members closest to this employee.

We are working closely with the Greater Sudbury Police Service, the Office of the Coroner and the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development to understand exactly what occurred. At the request of the family, the employee's name and any identifying information will not be released.

The information we have is limited at this time. Further updates will be provided as necessary, pending appropriate notification to loved ones and staff, and in line with the external investigation process.

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