A deadly shooting at a school in British Columbia’s Peace region has left a small northern community reeling, as investigators work to confirm a full timeline and families search for answers. Police say there are multiple victims connected to an incident centered on Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, with the suspected shooter also found dead.
❗️⚠️🇨🇦 – A tragic mass shooting occurred on February 10, 2026, at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in the small town of Tumbler Ridge, northeastern British Columbia, Canada.
— 🔥🗞The Informant (@theinformant_x) February 11, 2026
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Verified quick facts
This article focuses on confirmed official updates and community impact given from the news sources. Details may change as authorities and news release new information.
According to police, an emergency alert was issued on Tuesday afternoon amid reports of an active shooter. Officers entered the school and found multiple victims. Authorities later confirmed the suspected shooter was also deceased, with injuries believed to be self-inflicted. Police have said they have identified the suspect but are not releasing the identity at this time.
The incident triggered lockdown and “secure and hold” procedures at both the secondary and elementary schools in the area. As the response unfolded, families gathered at reunification points, while emergency services moved patients to medical care. Two patients were airlifted with serious or life-threatening injuries, while many others were assessed locally for non-life-threatening injuries.
A student described hiding with classmates during the chaos, underscoring the fear and uncertainty inside the building as the situation developed. Police have not shared details about how many victims were children or adults, and have not provided information about any weapon or weapons used. Officials have urged the public to avoid speculation while investigators complete interviews and scene analysis.
The active shooter alert was lifted later in the day, after officers confirmed there was no ongoing threat to the public. While the immediate danger ended, the questions that follow incidents like this often take much longer to answer, particularly as investigators examine movements, communications, and any relevant background leading up to the attack.
School closures and community response
School District officials confirmed the local schools would be closed for the remainder of the week, as the community begins the first difficult days of grieving and support. In a statement, the District of Tumbler Ridge said residents were experiencing a deeply distressing incident and acknowledged that many people may feel shocked, scared, and overwhelmed. The district also thanked first responders and said additional support was already in the community or on its way.
🚨At least 10 people are dead, including the suspect, after a shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in northern British Columbia.
— Maple Life Canada (@itsmaplelife) February 11, 2026
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families, students, staff, and everyone affected during this incredibly difficult time. 🤍 pic.twitter.com/nJmXiQ5JKn
Emergency services from surrounding areas responded, and regional resources were mobilized quickly. STARS Air Ambulance confirmed a crew was sent from Grande Prairie to assist, highlighting how remote communities can rely on coordinated cross-region support when major incidents occur.
Longtime residents described the event as unlike anything they had witnessed locally, reflecting how violence of this scale can feel especially jarring in smaller towns where schools often serve as the center of daily life. As families wait for more official information, community leaders have emphasized checking in on one another and leaning on available supports.
For ongoing verified updates, follow established reporting from Global News’ live coverage of the Tumbler Ridge case.
What happens next
Police are expected to provide additional updates as interviews continue and investigators confirm a full timeline. In the near term, communities often see rapid deployment of crisis counselors, support lines, and school-based recovery planning. In the longer term, questions typically shift toward prevention, school safety procedures, and the broader systems meant to protect students and staff.
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