Whitehorse, YT – Yukon’s political leaders are offering condolences to the northeastern B.C. community of Tumbler Ridge, following a deadly mass shooting.
Nine people were killed, including the perpetrator, and more than 25 others were injured when a person opened fire at a local secondary school yesterday afternoon. Seven of the victims were at the school, and two more were found at a nearby home.
Yukon Premier Currie Dixon called the event “heartbreaking” and said Yukoners are keeping their B.C. neighbours in mind as the community grapples with the tragedy.
“In moments like these, we are reminded of how deeply connected we are,” reads Dixon’s statement. “We stand beside our neighbours and with Canadians to offer our thoughts, compassion and support to all those affected by this tragic event as they navigate this devastating and unimaginable loss.”
All flags at the Jim Smith building will be lowered for seven days in solidarity with B.C.
He joins many of Canada’s premiers who all shared their sorrow and support for those affected by the tragedy.
Yukon MP Brendan Hanley said his “heart is heavy” for the community and is thinking about the families, loved ones and those injured.
“I stand in solidarity with the people of Tumbler Ridge, and with out brothers and sisters in British Columbia as they navigate this unimaginable tragedy together,” reads Hanley’s statement on social media.
Prime Minister Mark Carney offered his sympathy to the families in Tumbler Ridge and says that the nation stands with the community as it mourns.
This article has been updated to include a quote from a new statement from Premier Currie Dixon and the fact that flags will be at half-mast.
Update, 12:45: B.C. RCMP revised the death toll to nine instead of 10.
