Orin Concrete Inc. Fined $20,000 for Pipeline Strike in Toronto

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Fined $20,000 for Pipeline Strike in TorontoAuthor of the article:Toronto, ON, Oct. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Orin Concrete Inc. has pleaded guilty to a safety violation under the Technical Standards and Safety Act, 2000, and has been fined $20,000 by the Ontario Court of Justice, plus a mandatory 25 per cent victim fine surcharge.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountIn June 2025, employees of Orin Concrete Inc. struck an underground gas pipeline in Toronto, causing gas to release. The Fire Department attended the scene to make the area safe, and Enbridge shut down the gas supply to stop the leak. No injuries or property damage were reported.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.It was found that at the time of the incident, Orin Concrete Inc. had not obtained a locate of underground gas pipelines for the excavation work, as required under Ontario regulations.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againThe latest Public Safety Report published by Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) shows that pipeline strikes remain one of the most common types of fuel-related incidents in Ontario. In the fiscal year ending April 30, 2026, TSSA recorded 1,882 pipeline strikes, accounting for 64 per cent of all reported fuel-related incidents. While no injuries or fatalities were recorded in connection with these pipeline strikes, each incident has the potential to cause harm or damage.“Pipeline strikes are a significant and recurring safety risk across Ontario,” said Owen Kennedy, Director of Fuels Safety at TSSA. “When excavation begins without knowing where buried utilities are located, a routine construction activity can result in a gas leak, service disruption or more serious consequences. Following safe digging requirements is mandatory and essential to protecting workers, the public and essential services.”This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Safe excavation starts with obtaining locates for underground infrastructure. Contractors and property owners are advised to contact Ontario Dig Authority, formerly known as Ontario One Call, whenever locates are needed.The Technical Standards and Safety Authority is one of Ontario’s public safety regulators, mandated by the Government of Ontario to enforce provincial safety regulations and enhance public safety. Throughout Ontario, TSSA regulates the safety of amusement devices, boilers and pressure vessels, elevating devices, fuels, operating engineers, and ski lifts. Its range of safety services include public education and consumer information, certification, licensing and registration, engineering design review, inspections, investigations, safety management consultation, compliance support and enforcement and prosecution activities.Alexandra Campbell Technical Standards & Safety Authority 416-734-2728 media@tssa.org This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.