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trevorrobb.bsky.social
@trevorrobb.bsky.social
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Assistant managing editor at the Edmonton Sun and Edmonton Journal. Send news tips: [email protected]. AEW fan #WrestleSky 🤼‍♂️
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“It’s impossible to get help. There is nobody here. Even in the region, even in Fort St. John, even Prince George doesn’t have the resources, and it’s six hours away. The medical experts and the medical supports don’t exist here." edmontonjournal.com/news/local-n...
'You can't blame people for mental health': Neighbours don't see Tumbler Ridge shooter as a criminal, but as a victim
Tumbler Ridge residents who live three doors down from where Jesse Van Rootselaar killed her mother and stepbrother point to mental health failings.
edmontonjournal.com
February 12, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Before Tumbler Ridge: Edmonton's mass shooting at Ross Sheppard High School

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Before Tumbler Ridge: Edmonton's mass shooting at Ross Sheppard High School
Before Tumbler Ridge, even before Columbine — Edmonton's Ross Sheppard was home to the first mass school shooting in Alberta.
edmontonjournal.com
February 12, 2026 at 7:05 PM
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“There was a moment on the stage when the speaker talked about Maya, who is in the hospital with her family right now,” said Eby. “She’s a young girl who’s fighting for life and just clinging to life right now.

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'Horrifying and inspirational at the same time': B.C. Premier Eby praises Tumbler Ridge's students, first responders
B.C. Premier visits stricken town a day after a shooter killed eight people
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February 12, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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The way the IOC keeps falling back on “hey there’s a lot of conflicts in the world we can’t let everyone talk about all of them!” has been … something
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⚡️Ukrainian skeleton racer disqualified at Olympics for helmet honoring athletes killed in Russia's war.

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified before his first run at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy on Feb. 12, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced.
Ukrainian skeleton racer disqualified at Olympics for helmet honoring athletes killed in Russia's war
Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified before his first run at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy on Feb. 12, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced.
kyivindependent.com
February 12, 2026 at 9:07 AM
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"When everything happened, people responded. Teachers, administrators, students and first responders were selfless in their efforts to protect others and prevent further loss, Tumbler Ridge Mayor Darryl Krakowka said.

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Tumbler Ridge mayor asks for privacy, time to let community grieve after shooting
Planned gathers, support services offered says Tumbler Ridge mayor.
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February 12, 2026 at 12:28 AM
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Report from Tumbler Ridge, B.C. — Park downtown and it’s an easy walk from the supermarket to the community centre to the high school. But, media outnumber the residents on the streets by a healthy margin. “People are staying home. They’re not ready.”

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As media descend on Tumbler Ridge, they are greeted by a ghost town
Tumbler Ridge, B.C. sits nestled in the mountains, surrounded by trees. On Wednesday, it felt like a soundstage.
edmontonjournal.com
February 12, 2026 at 12:22 AM
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Alicia Taylor, a Calgary teacher, travelled to Elections Alberta headquarters in Edmonton on Wednesday to deliver the 123,006 signatures her campaign gathered over the 120-day period, or 54,726 short of the required number. #ableg #abpoli

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Petition to revoke public funding to Alberta private schools falls 55K signatures short
A citizen initiative petition seeking to ask if the Alberta government should end its practice of funding private schools has fallen short.
edmontonjournal.com
February 11, 2026 at 11:38 PM
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"The area in question, a stretch of 78 Avenue between 99 Street and 100 Street, is part of an area known colloquially as “Happy Beer Street” and is home to three microbreweries." #yeg #yegcc

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New entertainment district brewing just south of Whyte Avenue
If approved, "Seventy Gr8 Ave" will stretch across 78th avenue from 99 to 100 street
edmontonjournal.com
February 11, 2026 at 10:28 PM
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B.C. RCMP have identified the Tumbler Ridge shooter as 18-year-old, Jesse Van Rootselaar. Investigators are still working to determine a motive and say they have not found any notes or messages left by the shooter at this time.

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LIVE: Teacher, five students among those killed | Tumbler Ridge shooter identified | GoFundMe campaign launched by parents | Town in grips of grief after mass shooting
For the latest on the Tumbler Ridge shooting, follow along for live updates throughout the day.
edmontonjournal.com
February 11, 2026 at 7:56 PM
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Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta flags to fly half-mast in wake of Tumbler Ridge tragedy #ableg

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Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta flags to fly half-mast in wake of Tumbler Ridge tragedy
Premier Danielle Smith has instructed flags in Alberta to fly at half-mast in solidarity after the mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge
edmontonjournal.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:31 PM
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Latest from @matthewblack.ca — Province broke its own access to information laws in withholding Alberta Next survey results #ableg #abpoli

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Province broke its own access to information laws in withholding Alberta Next survey results
The Alberta government wrongly withheld hundreds of pages of results from its Alberta Next surveys an adjudicator has ruled.
edmontonjournal.com
February 10, 2026 at 9:41 PM
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LIVE: Tumbler Ridge in grips of grief after mass shooting | World leaders send condolences | Victims not yet identified

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LIVE: Tumbler Ridge in grips of grief after mass shooting | World leaders send condolences | Victims not yet identified
For the latest on the Tumbler Ridge shooting, follow along for live updates throughout the day.
edmontonjournal.com
February 11, 2026 at 3:16 PM
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Premier David Eby speaks with media after 10 killed, including shooter, in Tumbler Ridge.

“I know that one of the things we do best is look after each other, and I’m asking British Columbia’s to look after the people of Tumbler Ridge tonight.”
February 11, 2026 at 4:26 AM
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Horrifying.

"In total, six people — not including the suspect — were found dead inside the school. Two other victims have been airlifted to hospital with serious or life-threatening injuries. Another victim died while en route to hospital."

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Nine people dead in Tumbler Ridge mass shooting
A total of 25 other individuals are 'being assessed and triaged at the local medical centre for non-life-threatening injuries,' said police
edmontonjournal.com
February 11, 2026 at 3:44 AM
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#BREAKING Suspect and nine others dead in Tumbler Ridge mass shooting event

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Suspect and nine others dead in Tumbler Ridge mass shooting event
A total of 25 other individuals are 'being assessed and triaged at the local medical centre for non-life-threatening injuries,' said police
edmontonjournal.com
February 11, 2026 at 3:13 AM
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"In its submissions, Postmedia argued the government withholding the records was never about revealing any government decisions but rather an effort to control the timing of when the survey results were published." #ableg #abpoli
February 10, 2026 at 9:42 PM
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Latest from @matthewblack.ca — Province broke its own access to information laws in withholding Alberta Next survey results #ableg #abpoli

edmontonjournal.com/news/politic...
Province broke its own access to information laws in withholding Alberta Next survey results
The Alberta government wrongly withheld hundreds of pages of results from its Alberta Next surveys an adjudicator has ruled.
edmontonjournal.com
February 10, 2026 at 9:41 PM
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“The rules-based international order is not the same as it used to be. You just need to look at Prime Minister Carney’s speech that he gave in Davos a few weeks ago." #CAF #1CMBG #cdnpoli #yeg

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'The Arctic is opening up': Securing Canada's north by way of Edmonton
Buoyed by an $82 billion infusion for Canada’s national defence from Prime Minister Mark Carney, this year’s exercise kicks off Feb. 14.
edmontonjournal.com
February 10, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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My latest for the @edmontonjournal.com - residents spoke their minds both for and against modifications to the city's infill bylaw today.

#edmonton #yegcc #infill #affordablehousing
February 10, 2026 at 12:21 AM
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From @ericbowling.bsky.social — Nearly 75 people registered to speak and voice their thoughts for and against the city's two-year-old infill strategy. #yeg #yegcc

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Residents speak for and against infill at packed Edmonton urban planning committee
Nearly 75 people registered to speak and voice their thoughts for and against the city's two-year-old infill strategy.
edmontonjournal.com
February 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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From @liamnewbigging.bsky.social — Man found guilty of killing woman while driving U-Haul in chaotic police chase #yeg

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Man found guilty of killing woman while driving U-Haul in chaotic police chase
A judge has found a man guilty on multiple charges related to a dangerous flight from police that resulted in the death of a woman in 2024.
edmontonjournal.com
February 9, 2026 at 11:12 PM
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One man is dead, another critically injured after getting hit by a Jeep while changing a tire on the side of Anthony Henday Drive on Sunday. #yeg

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Calgary man dead, another critically injured after Anthony Henday Drive crash
A 53-year-old Calgary man has died and a 21-year-old man is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash outside Edmonton.
edmontonjournal.com
February 9, 2026 at 5:41 PM
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In his latest column, @keithgerein.bsky.social takes a look at the different approaches Edmonton and Calgary are taking when it comes to infill housing. "Edmonton is looking at moderation, Calgary is looking at capitulation.” #yeg #yyc

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Keith Gerein: Edmonton should adopt a new mantra in its approach to infill — don't be like Calgary
A former Calgary city councillor is urging Edmonton not to follow his city's path, but rather keep enabling infill development that leads to better affordability
edmontonjournal.com
February 9, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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From @hillsyjay.bsky.social — Goaltender Maria Niinimaa travelled from Stockholm, Sweden to participate in the World's Longest Hockey Game at Saiker's Acres east of Edmonton. #yeg

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'Proud of their mom': Sister of former Oilers defenceman enjoying World's Longest Hockey Game experience
Maria Niinimaa always wanted to play charity game, when her brother Janne played for the Oilers. Now, she is, at 48, and is having a blast.
edmontonjournal.com
February 9, 2026 at 2:25 PM
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Latest from @ericbowling.bsky.social — Plastic bristles and wire from snow-clearing brushes are showing up on the Tawatinâ Bridge and environmental groups are concerned the city’s removal efforts are contaminating the North Saskatchewan River. #yeg

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Snow-clearing brushes harm river with microplastics, warn advocates
Volunteers have collected more than 500 plastic bristles on the bridge this month and since 2019 the group has collected 16,618 bristles.
edmontonjournal.com
February 6, 2026 at 10:42 PM