Support offered for Anglophone East students troubled by B.C. tragedy

This week’s tragic shooting in a Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia secondary school, is taking its toll everywhere.

Shock has now turned to grief after a horrific shooting in the tiny community of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia.

The names, ages and faces of those tragically killed have begun to surface.

An email went home this week to parents and students with the Anglophone East School District offering guidance to those who need it.

Superintendent Randolph MacLEAN says when events like this happen, they are felt far beyond provincial borders.

He adds that news like this can cause stress or anxiety for children and adults.

Staff, guidance counsellors and support teams are available if reassurance or guidance is needed.

Nine people died in this week’s tragedy, including the shooter. Most of those who were shot were between the ages of 11 and 18 years old, along with a teacher, and the shooter’s mother.

Flags across the country continue to fly at half-staff, and candlelight vigils were held last night in several communities to mourn those lost.

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to visit Tumbler Ridge in the coming days.