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Governor General visits Tumbler Ridge, B.C., to show support as the community grieves
Simon met privately with grieving families and front-line workers and said supports are in place as the community heals after the shooting.
- Gov. Gen. Mary Simon returned to Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, to visit families and front-line workers following the community's mass shooting in February.
- On Feb. 10, Jesse Van Rootselaar killed her mother, half-brother, five students, and a teaching assistant before taking her own life, thrusting the small community into international spotlight.
- Simon, who attended a community vigil in Feb. with Prime Minister Mark Carney, returned to connect with those she could not meet during her initial visit.
- The community continues receiving international support, and Simon emphasized that small acts of kindness are important as residents navigate the healing process.
- Simon noted that grief affects everyone differently, but essential support systems remain in place for those in need as the community continues healing.
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Governor General visits Tumbler Ridge, B.C., to show support as the community grieves
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says returning to Tumbler Ridge, B.C., months after the tragic mass shooting in the community, is an experience that will stick with her for a long
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Governor General visits Tumbler Ridge, B.C., to show support as the community grieves – Energeticcity.ca
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says returning to Tumbler Ridge, B.C., months after the tragic mass shooting in the community, is an experience that will stick with her for a long time. Simon says she wanted to come back to the northeast British Columbia community to meet families of victims and front line workers who she didn’t get to spend time with in February when she attended a vigil with politicians including Prime Minister Mark Carney. Simon has spe…
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