A tragic workplace accident claimed the life of 19-year-old Gursimran Kaur, a Walmart employee in Halifax, Canada, who was found dead after reportedly being trapped inside a walk-in oven at the store’s bakery.
Gursimran, who worked alongside her mother, went missing on October 19, prompting her mother to seek assistance from floor managers. After a search, her body was discovered in the bakery’s oven. Local authorities are investigating to determine the exact circumstances surrounding her death.
Community Raises Over Rs 1 Crore to Support Grieving Family
The Maritime Sikh Society quickly rallied to support Gursimran’s family, launching a GoFundMe campaign with an initial goal of CAD 50,000 (around Rs 60.78 lakh). The goal was reached within hours, and donations have since exceeded Rs 1 crore, reflecting an outpouring of solidarity and support from the community. The funds will assist her grieving family during this difficult time, with contributions from across Canada and worldwide.
Family’s Journey from India and the Impact of the Loss
Gursimran and her mother moved from India to Canada nearly three years ago and had been employed at Walmart for two years. Her father and brother remain in India, and the Maritime Sikh Society is now working to help expedite their immigration to Canada to support the family in the wake of this devastating loss.
Authorities Investigate Incident; Walmart Yet to Respond
Authorities are investigating thoroughly to understand how this tragedy occurred and whether workplace safety protocols were followed. Walmart has yet to release an official statement, but a procedural review of safety practices in the store is anticipated as part of the ongoing inquiry. The community and the family await answers as the investigation progresses.
