Day of mourning in B.C. as Vancouver festival attack suspect to face court
- Eleven people lost their lives and at least twenty-four others were injured when a man struck a crowd with an SUV during the Lapu Lapu Day festival in Vancouver on April 26, 2025.
- Kai-Ji Adam Lo, 30, faces eight second-degree murder charges as of April 27; he had a history of mental health issues and was receiving treatment at the time of the incident.
- The tragedy deeply affected the Filipino community and the province, prompting an online fundraiser that raised over two million dollars for victims, including a $266,000 donation from the 'lone survivor' of the Le family.
- The B.C. Government declared May 2, 2025, a provincial day of remembrance and mourning, while Premier David Eby announced a public inquiry and a review of mental health laws after calling the event devastating.
- Authorities and community leaders continue investigating the attack, and supports such as counseling and financial assistance programs are available to help those impacted by this violence.
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Accused in deadly Vancouver attack granted psychiatric assessment for fitness to stand trial
B.C. judge approves request by Kai-Ji Adam Lo’s lawyer at a hearing Friday, the day the province has designated for mourning the 11 victims killed at Saturday’s Lapu-Lapu Day street festival

Day of mourning in B.C. as Vancouver festival attack suspect to appear in court
VICTORIA — Premier David Eby says it's time for British Columbia to give back to the Filipino community on a day of remembrance and mourning for victims of the deadly attack on the Lapu Lapu Day festival in Vancouver, and "take steps to ensure such a
City of Vernon holds Day of Remembrance and Mourning
Today, the City of Vernon will join the province in observing as a Day of Remembrance and Mourning for the victims of the tragic vehicle attack during the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver on April 26. The attack resulted in the loss of 11 lives and left dozens more injured. Residents are encourag...
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