The driver of the vehicle hit the child as he turned around in Pinery Provincial Park, northeast of Sarnia.
The Ontario Provincial Police ( OPP ) explains that the accident occurred around 5:30 pm Saturday and that the child died of his injuries at the hospital.
The authorities report that the girl and the driver of the van, a 39-year-old man, both come from East York, Toronto, but do not say whether they are related.
A shock for the family
The OPP indicates that the witnesses to the accident attempted to administer first aid to the child prior to the arrival of the ambulance and that his death was a shock to the family.
The body of the three-year-old will be repatriated to Toronto on Monday for examination by a coroner.
The OPP also states that it is possible that the identities of the child and the driver are disclosed at the end of the investigation.
Andy Roberts is a seasoned journalist with nearly 9 years experience. While studying journalism at Ryerson, Annie found a passion for finding engaging stories. As a contributor to White Pine Tribune, Annie mostly covers provincial and national developments..
