Cold Lake First Nations Casino Corp. pleads guilty to OHS violation, fined $70,000
Cold Lake First Nations Casino Corp. was fined $70,000 after a worker was seriously injured by falling lockers in September 2023.Summary
Cold Lake First Nations Casino Corporation pleaded guilty to violating the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Code following a September 2023 incident at Casino Dene where a worker sustained serious injuries after being struck and pinned by falling lockers. The company was fined $70,000, including a victim fine surcharge, and will be under enhanced regulatory supervision for two years. The guilty plea was entered on March 19 in the Cold Lake Court of Justice for failing to eliminate or control a hazard identified in a hazard assessment. Four additional OHS charges against the corporation and Casino Dene LP were withdrawn by the Crown. Both the company and the Crown have 30 days to appeal the conviction or penalties.
(Source：Edmonton Journal)