Mr. Speaker, I will answer my colleague's question by saying this:
The entire nation has obviously been grieving since the horrific events of Tuesday, and nowhere is that grief more deeply felt than in the community of Tumbler Ridge itself. The residents have come together to support each other in this time of indescribable pain, and, obviously, we want to assure them they are not alone.
The Minister of Public Safety is in Tumbler Ridge, working with colleagues, including the member of Parliament and provincial and municipal partners, to hear directly from the community, and coordinating with those levels of government. Service Canada officials are planning to be present very soon on the ground as well.
We expect that further updates will be provided from the RCMP as information becomes available and as its investigation progresses.
Finally, at the invitation of the mayor of Tumbler Ridge, the Prime Minister will be travelling to the community on Friday to attend a vigil in memory of the victims of this week's tragic shootings. He has invited the leaders of all parties to accompany him to the community.
This has been a dark week in the history of our country, and I know that by working together, we will all get through this. We continue to send our heartfelt best wishes and sympathies to the people of Tumbler Ridge.