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OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says the nation is mourning alongside the community of Tumbler Ridge after a mass shooting at a high school left 10 people dead, including the suspect.
Carney, visibly emotional, said flags on federal buildings will fly at half-mast for seven days and confirmed he has cancelled planned travel to the Munich Security Conference. He said several world leaders, including those from Britain, France, India and Norway, have offered condolences.
Police say the shooting began shortly after 1:20 p.m. local time Tuesday at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School. Royal Canadian Mounted Police say six victims were found dead inside the school along with the shooter, who was also deceased. One person died while being transported to hospital, while two others were found dead at a nearby home believed to be connected to the incident. About 25 people were treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Carney said Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree and Housing Minister Gregor Robertson will travel to the community, while opposition leaders are expected to deliver statements in the House of Commons before proceedings adjourn for the day.
B.C. Premier David Eby has urged Canadians to support the small northeastern B.C. community, saying the tragedy will have a lasting impact on residents.
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