What comes next after one of Canada’s deadliest school shootings

Warning: this episode contains themes of gun violence and suicide. Please take care.

British Columbia and the rest of Canada continue to mourn the innocent lives taken in a senseless school shooting at the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School this week.

Host Caryn Ceolin speaks to Bruce Pitt-Payne, former RCMP major crimes investigator to break down what we know so far, how the investigation could shape up, and how the small community of 2400 is feeling in the aftermath of the tragedy.

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or thoughts of suicide, there are resources available.
Call or text 9-8-8 for Canada's Suicide Crisis Helpline. For Kids Help Phone, call 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free) or text CONNECT to 686868.

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