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Prime Minister Carney will attend vigil in Tumbler Ridge on Friday
Summary
Prime Minister Mark Carney is travelling to Tumbler Ridge, B.C., to attend a Friday vigil for victims of Tuesday's shooting that left nine dead and more than 25 injured; other party leaders were invited and the House of Commons paused proceedings for tributes.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to Tumbler Ridge, B.C., to attend a vigil on Friday for the victims of a shooting that occurred on Tuesday. The incident was reported as leaving nine people dead and more than 25 injured. Carney was invited by Tumbler Ridge Mayor Darryl Krakowka, and other federal party leaders were invited to attend.
Reported details:
- Prime Minister Carney is scheduled to attend the Friday vigil in Tumbler Ridge, following an invitation from the town mayor.
- The shooting on Tuesday was reported as leaving nine dead and more than 25 injured.
- Bloc Québécois Leader Yves‑François Blanchet said he would attend the vigil.
- The House of Commons paused its usual proceedings, observed a moment of silence, and leaders made statements before adjourning; regular business resumed the next day.
Summary:
The visit brings national leaders to a small community that has been publicly mourning reported losses. The vigil is scheduled for Friday. Undetermined at this time.
