A Canadian citizen was among 21 people injured in a streetcar accident in Lisbon, Portugal. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening when the historic Elevador da Glória funicular derailed and crashed into a building. The head of Lisbon’s Civil Protection Agency confirmed the Canadian's involvement.

As of Thursday, the death toll from the crash has risen to 16, with two of the injured succumbing to their injuries in the hospital. Victims included a three-year-old child and adults up to 65 years old. Many of those injured were tourists from various countries, including Portugal, South Korea, and Cape Verde.

Emergency crews worked quickly, managing to extract all individuals from the crash site within two hours. The Elevador da Glória is a 19th-century national monument and a popular tourist attraction in Lisbon. It connects the neighborhoods of Baixa and Bairro Alto, leading to the Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara, a terrace known for its panoramic views of the city.

The funicular, which opened in 1885, is described on the city’s tourism website as a way to transform a steep climb into a romantic experience. Although it was electrified in 1915, it has maintained its original features.

Carris, the company responsible for operating the funicular, stated that regular maintenance had been conducted and expressed its commitment to cooperating with ongoing investigations. Meanwhile, the city’s other funiculars have been temporarily shut down for inspections.

In response to the tragedy, Portuguese President Marcel Rebelo de Sousa declared a national day of mourning. Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas also announced three days of municipal mourning. "I extend my heartfelt condolences to all the families and friends of the victims," Moedas said.