Gary Lefebvre

By Adam Berls

Intercon worker dies 12 days after electrocution

Feb 21, 2024 | 3:53 PM

PRINCE GEORGE — CKPG News is learning of details into an apparent electrocution at a paper and pulp mill here in Prince George.

According to a source who does not wish to be identified, they say that 45 year old Gary Lefebvre was electrocuted at the Canfor Intercontinental paper and pulp mill in Prince George on January 31 and later died from his injuries on February 11.

WorkSafe BC confirmed to CKPG News that they are investigating an incident that occurred on January 31, but could not comment further because the investigation is ongoing.

However, in an incident summary published by WorkSafe BC on February 15, says:

“A worker was operating an electric hoist attached to an overhead monorail. The worker was holding the control pendant and leaning on a metal guardrail to view the area of the lift when they collapsed. An exposed 347-volt conductor was subsequently found on the electric hoist power cable in close proximity to where the worker had been. “

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In a statement, Canfor says:

“On February 11, we were saddened to learn of the tragic passing of a long-time Canfor Pulp employee, Gary Lefebvre, at his home from what we understand to be a second cardiac-related medical event after an initial workplace heart attack eleven days earlier. We are working cooperatively with authorities, including Worksafe BC and Technical Safety BC, to complete a thorough investigation that will help us understand the root cause of his death and to learn everything we can from this tragedy. Until that time, our focus is on supporting Gary’s family and colleagues during this very sad time.”

Pattison Media is owned by Jim Pattison Industries, a majority shareholder in Canfor.

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