Update: This story has been updated. Unverified information in the previous story has been removed. If you or anyone you know is struggling with mental health, there are a number of ways to get help, including by calling 310 Mental Health support at 310-6789. A list of local crisis centres is also available here.
The community of Fort St. John has been rocked with the tragic death of a local girl.
The heartbroken mother, Elisha Waldie, is speaking out after her daughter, Lexi Siemens, 11, died by suicide.
Elisha says Alexis was well aware of the love and support of her mother.
Elisha describes Alexis as happy, healthy, social, beautiful, and a bright light.
She adds that Alexis did not show any warning signs prior to taking her own life.
The mother spoke of her grief and anger, saying her daughter carried the pain quietly.
The community of Fort St. John has also been shaken by the loss of another local youth over the holidays.
“The Fort St. John Hockey community is deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of one of our treasured minor hockey players,” Fort St. John Minor Hockey said on social media.
Northern Health said in a statement, they are aware of the recent tragic events in the region.
“Northern Health is working closely with the Ministries of Health, Education, and Children and Family Development, along with school district and community service provider partners to ensure coordination of on-the-ground resources to support youth and their families,” the health authority said.
Northern Health added that it wants to increased awareness about mental health and on how to access support.
Northern BC residents struggling with mental health can get help by calling 310 Mental Health Support at 310-6789.