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Christchurch man dies after sudden medical event in Canada

The PressStuffNZ HeraldOtago Daily TimesWednesday 29 January 2025 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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Matthew Mitchell, 22, died on 23 January following a medical incident while working at a restaurant in Whistler, British Columbia. The Christchurch native was on a working holiday in Canada when the event occurred. A fundraising page has raised over $15,000 to assist with bringing him home.

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First reported by The Press, Wed 29 Jan 2025, 9:09am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 5 hours
  1. The PressThe Press via Stuff

    ‘Fit and healthy’ young Kiwi dies suddenly in Canada (opens in new tab)

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  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Young Christchurch man Matthew Mitchell dies in Canada after sudden medical event (opens in new tab)

  3. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    'Remarkable' young Christchurch man dies in Canada (opens in new tab)