The RCMP is investigating a fatal incident at a mine site near Sparwood, B.C. (Photo: Teck)

By Haven Thibert

Fatal incident at Sparwood mine under investigation

Nov 21, 2025 | 8:57 AM

Elk Valley RCMP is investigating a report of a mining incident at Elkview Operations in Southeastern, BC.

They say a 39-year-old man from Hosmer working on the site near Sparwood had been reported missing on Thursday morning, November 20.

EVR Mine Rescue teams initiated a search of the area, with RCMP assisting in the initial investigation and remaining in contact with EVR teams.

As of Friday morning, the RCMP confirmed that the missing man is deceased and his remains have been recovered.

The BC Coroners Service is reportedly on scene, and the Ministry of Mining has been notified and will investigate in coordination with the RCMP and the BC Coroners Service.

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RCMP and EVR say that next-of-kin have been notified and extend sincere condolences to the family, friends, and co-workers of the deceased.

This investigation is ongoing.