TUMBLER RIDGE, B.C. - The federal government is providing more than $4 million in funding to support individuals, families and the community of Tumbler Ridge as recovery efforts continue following the tragedy that struck the northeastern B.C. community in February 2026.
According to a Friday announcement from Gary Anandasangaree, Canada’s Minister of Public Safety, up to $2.5 million will be directed to the Canadian Red Cross to continue assisting those affected and address evolving community needs.
Another $500,000 will be provided to British Columbia’s Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General to strengthen victim services, improve coordination and enhance preparedness for future large-scale incidents.
The federal government is also investing an additional $1.15 million through its Community Resilience Fund to support Shift BC, a provincial program focused on preventing violence linked to hate and violent extremism.
The government says the funding forms part of its broader efforts to support community safety and well-being in British Columbia.
“Our thoughts remain with everyone continuing to navigate the aftermath of this tragedy,” said Anandasangaree. He said the impacts of such events can be felt long after they occur and that ongoing support is essential to ensure affected individuals, families and community members have access to the services they need.
The Canadian Red Cross welcomed the funding announcement.
“The people of Tumbler Ridge continue to face the profound impacts of this tragedy, and recovery will take time,” said Conrad Sauve, President and CEO of the Canadian Red Cross. He said the organization will continue working with local partners and responding to community-identified needs.
Federal Justice Minister Sean Fraser said the funding will help ensure victims, families and community members can continue accessing supports while strengthening local services for years to come.
B.C.’s Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Nina Krieger, said victim service workers and local organizations have been working tirelessly to help residents recover and that the new funding will allow those efforts to continue.
According to the federal government, the Canadian Red Cross has already provided financial assistance to affected families, along with referrals to community resources and psychosocial support services.
The announcement comes as the federal and provincial governments continue to support the development of a new secondary school in Tumbler Ridge.
The project is being planned at a new location following consultations involving victims’ families, students, teachers, experts and community members.
The federal government says it remains committed to working with provincial, local and community partners to ensure support remains available as Tumbler Ridge continues its long-term recovery.