Today, Canadians will observe the National Day of Mourning.
The day is to honour workers who have lost their lives, been injured, or fallen ill due to work-related incidents.
It was first recognized by the federal government in 1991, and is marked across the country with ceremonies, tributes, and calls to strengthen workplace safety.
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety highlighted the importance of the day as both a time of remembrance and a call to action to prevent future tragedies.
Thompson’s ceremony will be (was) held at 10 am at the United Steelworkers Local at 19 Elizabeth Drive.

