Canada Shooting Update | 10 Dead in Tragic Tumbler Ridge School Attack
The small town of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, is reeling after a devastating Canada shooting that took place on February 10, 2026. This incident, now being cited as one of the deadliest mass shootings in Canadian history, has left 10 people dead, including the perpetrator, and more than 25 others injured. As of today, February 12, the community remains in a state of mourning while federal investigators search for a motive.
Details of the Tumbler Ridge School Shooting
The Canada shooting began at approximately 1:20 p.m. MST when the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) received reports of an active shooter at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.
- The Initial Attack: Before arriving at the school, the suspect reportedly killed two family members—identified as her mother and step-brother—at a private residence on Fellers Avenue.
- The School Rampage: The shooter then entered the secondary school, killing six victims inside, including a 39-year-old teacher and five students aged 12 and 13.
- The Perpetrator: Police identified the shooter as 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar, a former student who died at the scene from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
National Impact of the Canada Shooting 2026
The scale of this Canada shooting has prompted an immediate response from the highest levels of government. Prime Minister Mark Carney has suspended his international travel to the Munich Security Conference to address the nation.
Federal and Provincial Response:
- Mark Carney’s Statement: The Prime Minister described the event as a “horrific act of violence” and ordered flags at all federal buildings to fly at half-staff for seven days.
- Gun Control Debate: This incident has reignited the debate over the 2026 Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program, as authorities investigate how the perpetrator obtained the weapon.
- Mental Health Support: B.C. Premier David Eby has deployed specialized trauma counselors to the region to support the 160 students of Tumbler Ridge Secondary.
Timeline of the Canada Shooting Investigation
| Time/Date | Event Description |
| Feb 10, 1:00 PM | Initial shooting at a private residence (2 fatalities). |
| Feb 10, 1:20 PM | Active shooter report at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School. |
| Feb 10, 5:45 PM | RCMP cancels the emergency alert; suspect confirmed deceased. |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Identities of the victims’ age groups released by police. |
| Feb 12, 2026 | National mourning period begins; forensic investigation continues. |
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