My condolences on the passing of Tracey. I had the opportunity to get to know him working on the Giant mine project in Yellowknife. I found him to be a kind, upstanding, and supportive colleague and friend, who always tried his best to understand how things were for me, a woman in the field of engineering in the remote north. Amongst all the people I’ve worked with over the years, Tracey stands out. He was a true gem and a gentleman, and my heart breaks for all that knew and loved him. My deepest condolences, Katrina

Our deepest condolences from CDNova Instruments.
Tracey was a great man and will be missed very much.

My sincere condolences to all of Tracey’s family, friends and colleagues.  The hole he left in our lives is irreplaceable.  

I was fortunate to know Tracey for a good portion of our working careers in various capacities and we became very close in the last decade.  In his professional life, he was one of the great ones, and an even better human being.  Tracey had many superpowers but a few that come to mind were his people skills and client relations: he was a rainmaker who formed deep connection with his clients and colleagues.  He had an uncanny ability to be in a room, and with total silence and that confident smile (with an undertone of youthful mischief), communicate without saying a word “I got you, everything is going to be okay”.   It was a rare gift he had, an old soul wisdom that communicated his competency and trustworthiness by his mere presence; he held space so well.     

I am honoured to have called Tracey my friend.  Rest in Peace dear friend.  Thank you for the gifts you shared with us.  I hope we can honour your life by sharing the gifts you selflessly shared with us. 

The last time I saw Tracey was in May of this year for our regular meeting and fellowship and we said goodbye with a trademark Tracey hug;  Hugs and love to everyone at this time of pain and loss. 

Sincerely,


Richard Van Kannel

Saskatoon Minor Hockey sends our condolences to Tracey's family and friends.  
He was a special coach for SMHA and the Saskatoon Renegades zone specifically.  
Tracey cared so much about the kids he coached and understood that there was more to minor hockey than the actual on-ice play.

To all those that loved Tracey he was an amazing coach and we all had some great times together. He will be missed by so many. Our deepest condolences. 
Bernice and Paul Lyons

Thank you for believing in us. Thank you for making work feel like someone where we belonged. Thank you for caring about who we were as people. I hope you knew how much you meant to us. I wish we could tell you in person, but I hope somehow you know. All of us here in Yellowknife will miss you so deeply. and we will carry forward what you have taught us. To listen more, to care about other people the way you did. You changed our lives for the better and we will forever be grateful for your beautiful soul and tender nature. You weren't just our boss, you made us a family here in Yellowknife and we thank you for that. Goodbye for now. We won't forget you.
Melissa Adams and the Yellowknife SLR office.

Dear Forbister Family,

I had the pleasure of being Tracey's colleague for over 13 years. Although I haven't worked with Tracey for nearly a decade now, he was always great about staying connected and meeting up for a beer when he was in Calgary. I admired Tracey for how calm, cool, and collected he always once particularly during moments of work stress. He was stabilizing for me, and helped me stay grounded. He was a wonderful colleague that was also a friend. I'm deeply saddened by this loss for you and all of us that had the pleasure of spending moments of time with Tracey during his life.

Deepest sympathies,

Gary

Dear Forbister Family,

Wanted to express our deepest condolences from Bureau Veritas Laboratories, Tracey was beloved from coast to coast, we were all very shocked to hear of his passing.  His contributions to our world will be sorely missed and never forgotten.

Personally, not even sure I could call Tracey a client, we almost never talked about work, it just didn’t come up that often, he talked a fair amount of bs. I cherished our friendship and looked forward to connecting with Tracey and the SLR crew every time I could.  He’s among the most genuine people I can think of, where whoever you were, you could just be you.  I really admired Tracey, how he spoke of his family and what it meant to him.  The leadership he displayed in Industry; was from all accounts an amazing person to work for.  We got new dogs around the same time and the trials and tribulations of that.  I feel like sometimes we grew our hair out together so could measure progress at the next meeting, might have just been me 😊.  I’m really going to miss him, just a gem of a person.

Wishing you all my very very best,

Rob Brogan

’m honored to have worked alongside Tracey at SLR from the day I joined in 2019. As our Technical Director for air quality monitoring, he combined deep technical expertise with genuine warmth—always ready to lend a hand in the lab or share a steadying word in the field. Whether calibrating instruments at first light or poring over data late into the evening, Tracey’s professionalism set the standard for all of us. Yet it was his kindness, his quick wit, and his unfailing courtesy that I will remember most.

Tracey taught me what it means to care deeply about both our work and each other. I will always cherish the camaraderie of our projects and the quiet confidence he brought to every challenge. Though he is no longer with us, his dedication and spirit remain woven into everything we do at SLR.

With heartfelt sympathy and gratitude,

Xin Qiu
SLR Colleague and Friend

Dear Forbister Family,

We express our deepest condolences on your loss. 

Tracey was much more than just a friend and neighbour to us; he was like a brother, and we considered him family. 

We will forever cherish Tracey’s vibrant spirit and infectious smile. The memories we shared with him will remain in our hearts. Growing up in a small town fosters memorable experiences with the people who surround you, experiences which shape the person you become. Tracey was an integral part of our lives, from climbing trees as young children to sharing in sorrow during difficult times. He grew into an exceptional individual, a devoted family man, always there to support others and always there for us. We are eternally grateful for his friendship and support.

“Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends leave footprints in your heart.” – Eleanor Roosevelt. Tracey, thank you for being such a wonderful friend and for the everlasting footprints you left in our hearts.

With all our love,

The Ellingson Family

Dear Tracey's Family, 

Please accept my deepest condolences. I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling right now. Sending you love and strength as you navigate through this challenging time.
Attached pic was on April 6th, 2023, when SLR Air Quality team members spent some great time with Tracey in Guelph.

My condolences to the family on your loss. 
Tracey was not only a valued client but over the years he became a true friend. His integrity, warmth, and unwavering kindness touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He brought dedication and heart to everything he did, and his impact on those around him, will not be forgotten.

Tracey your presence was a gift, and I’m so fortunate to have had the chance to know you. We will all miss you down here especially on those sunny days, shades on sharing some smiles.

Our most sincere condolences to you all on the loss of Tracey.  I know how special he was to all of you.

Ethel I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time

Sorry for this profound loss Marina, Ethel, Sherri and families.  He shall be missed.  RIP Tracey.

To Tracey's closest Family & Friends
Tracey was a great man, funny and very kind, well-rounded gentleman!  He leaves a big hole I am sure, I know his team at SLR will miss him dearly as well!  I wish you peace and hope you hold on to all the great memories you must have with him.  Please Take Care,
Wanda Harris, colleagues from SLR Consulting

We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Tracey’s passing. As a work colleague of his, I valued and enjoyed our work friendship and conversations about hockey, family and golf.  After joining SLR in 2019, I often found myself looking to Tracey for mentorship and looked forward to our frequent talks. Thinking of his family at this difficult time. He will be missed. 
Jason Slusarczyk and family

So very sorry to hear of the passing of Tracey. My deepest Condolences to Effie, Sandy Megan, Kyle, Tyson Jason, Sherri, Shannon, Marina and families. May you find comfort in all of your treasured memories.

OBITUARY

Mr. Tracey Leslie James Forbister

November 8, 1966 – July 13, 2025

Mourning Glory Funeral Services

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