Talking to Kids about the Tumbler Ridge Community

The Medicine Hat Public School Division community sends our deepest condolences, love and support to the students, staff, and families of Tumbler Ridge Secondary and the entire Peace River South School District 59.  

Schools should always be a safe place for learning and growth. When security is compromised, we feel the weight of the loss. To our colleagues and friends in the North: please know that you are not alone. We are holding your community in our thoughts and hearts as you navigate this devastating situation.  

Locally our friends at Medicine Hat Family Service have shared some tips on talking to kids or you might find this resource helpful from the National Association of School Psychologists –Talking to Kids 

If you or your child need support, please reach out to your school’s counselling team.

At the direction of the Government of Canada, we will fly our flags at half-mast starting today, until sunset on Feb 17, 2026. 

Mental health and social services supports for individuals, families and youth are available 24/7 through 2-1-1, including supports provided by Counselling Alberta, which offers counselling with no waitlist. In addition, youth and young adults can contact Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868) for 24-7 crisis and professional counselling support.