Worker killed underground at mine in Red Lake, Ont.
Officials with West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. say an employee working underground was fatally injured at the Madsen Mine in Red Lake on Monday.
'The health, safety and well-being of our employees is our top priority,' the company said in a news release.
'The company is working closely with local and Ministry of Labour authorities and an investigation and comprehensive review are underway.'
Mine operations suspended
Madsen Mine is located in Red Lake in northwestern Ontario, north of Kenora. Operations at the mine have been voluntarily suspended while the investigation is underway.
'The thoughts of management are with the family, friends and colleagues who have been impacted by this tragic incident,' the company said.
'The company will provide additional information as appropriate.'
A message to the Ministry of Labour from CTV News Northern Ontario seeking additional information wasn't immediately returned.
West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. is a mineral exploration company developing the Madsen Gold Mine in 47 square kilometres of land in the Red Lake district of Ontario.
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