The Ministry of Labour is investigating an industrial accident that took place late last week at a Chapleau sawmill.
Rayonier Advanced Materials reported the death of William Pye at its Chapleau facility on May 25.
“The circumstances surrounding this accident are not yet fully known. We are currently cooperating with the Ontario Ministry of Labour in their investigation,” said the company in a release.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to William’s family, friends and co-workers during this time of grief.”
Florida-based Rayonier Advanced Materials acquired Montreal-based Tembec in a $1.1-billion million deal that closed last November.
The Chapleau sawmill, which employs 150, produces random-sized softwood lumber and wood chips.
