Watford's Agro Acres, a farming corporation, and contractor Nick De Jong have been fined $145,000 for a workplace fatality on a construction project in 2024. The incident occurred on May 9, 2024, at a construction site in the Township of Warwick, Ontario. Agro Acres failed to ensure that the measures and procedures prescribed by Ontario Regulation 213/91 were carried out, contrary to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Nick De Jong, as a worker, failed to work in compliance with the Act and its regulations. The fine is a result of a conviction under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The incident highlights the importance of workplace safety and the need for employers and workers to comply with safety regulations. The fine is a significant amount and serves as a reminder of the consequences of non-compliance. The incident is a tragic reminder of the importance of workplace safety and the need for employers and workers to prioritize it.