Gursimran Kaur, a 19-year-old from India who had recently moved to Canada with dreams of a successful future, was found dead on October 19 in a Walmart bakery in Halifax. She was discovered inside a large oven in the bakery section, where she had been burned. Her mother, who also worked at the same Walmart, lost contact with Gursimran for about an hour before finding her daughter’s body inside the oven.
Who Was Gursimran Kaur?
Nineteen-year-old Gursimran Kaur had recently moved to Canada from the U.K., full of hopes for a promising future. She had been working at a Walmart store on Mumford Road in Halifax for the last two years, alongside her mother. Gursimran’s father and brother are currently in India, with efforts underway to help them join the family in Canada.
Community Support for Gursimran Kaur’s Family
In response to this tragedy, the Maritime Sikh Society organized a GoFundMe campaign to support her family. So far, it has raised over ₹1.1 crore. The Society expressed deep gratitude to all contributors, acknowledging their generosity and support as a vital strength for the family through this challenging time.
Discovery of Gursimran Kaur’s Body
On October 19, while Walmart was still open, Gursimran’s mother lost contact with her for an hour. Her body was then discovered in a large oven within the bakery section. The incident has led authorities to inspect the walk-in oven, which is commonly used in larger bakeries to prepare products in batches. Halifax Regional Police responded to the “sudden death” report around 9:30 PM.
Respecting Privacy and Avoiding Speculation
The Halifax Regional Police have requested the public to avoid spreading unverified information on social media. Gursimran’s identity was shared publicly with the consent of her mother, and the local Sikh community has confirmed the loss, sharing in the family’s grief.