Canada: High School Shooting in Tumbler Ridge Leaves Eight Dead, 27 Injured

A shooting that occurred on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at a high school and its vicinity in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, western Canada, left at least eight dead and 27 injured, two of them seriously, according to Canadian police. The suspect, who reportedly opened fire in the school and in a nearby residence, died after an injury he allegedly inflicted upon himself.

Located at the foot of the Rockies, Tumbler Ridge is a small, isolated town of about 2,300 inhabitants, several hours' drive from major urban centers. According to an initial police alert, the suspect had been described as a brown-haired woman wearing a dress, but authorities have not officially confirmed these details and remain cautious about the identity and precise context of the attack.

Initially, authorities had reported nine victims, but police later corrected this toll: a seriously injured woman, initially announced deceased, is ultimately still alive.

This tragedy is considered one of the deadliest mass killings to have occurred in Canada in recent years. Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, declared that the country was « in mourning » and called for national unity, stating that Canadians would know how to « overcome this ordeal » and learn from it. Flags on government buildings are to be flown at half-mast for a week.

Several political officials reacted to the tragedy. The provincial Minister of Public Safety, Nina Krieger, referred to it as « one of the worst mass killings in Canada's history. » The mayor of Tumbler Ridge, Darryl Krakowka, spoke of a « great tragedy » and emphasized the importance of listening to and supporting the affected community.

The federal Minister of Public Safety, Gary Anandasangaree, as well as the Premier of British Columbia, David Eby, were expected on site, while Mark Carney has not planned an immediate visit.

International reactions were also recorded. King Charles III, Canada's Head of State, said he was « deeply shocked and saddened » by the tragedy. French President Emmanuel Macron expressed France's solidarity with Canadians, sending his thoughts to the victims, the injured, and the educational community.

Canada, generally less confronted with this type of violence than its American neighbor, remains in shock after this attack, the exact circumstances of which continue to be investigated.

Jean Wesley Pierre / Le Relief