The region’s MLAs are offering their condolences to the families affected by the shooting in Tumbler Ridge.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in northern British Columbia, which has claimed the lives of nine people,” said Kootenay Rockies MLA Pete Davis.
“This horrific act of violence has shocked our province and devastated a close-knit community. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families, friends, students, and staff affected by this unimaginable loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone grieving during this incredibly difficult time. This is a terrible tragedy, and we stand with the people of Tumbler Ridge.”
Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Scott McInnis offered similar sentiments.
“After almost a year and a half, today is the first day I am not excited to come to work. The tragedy in Tumbler Ridge is just awful. I know as a teacher and a parent with a son in high school it’s hard to be 1,000 kilometres from home today,” he said.
“To everybody in Tumbler Ridge, school staff, parents, first responders, on behalf of everybody in Columbia River-Revelstoke, I just want to send our love, prayers and support. There is no words for the unimaginable grief that your community is going through. There is no words for this.”
More information on the shooting can be found here.
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