City of Prince George

City of Prince George extends ‘deepest condolences’ following tragic incident at Lapu-Lapu Day Festival

Apr 28, 2025 | 11:09 AM

PRINCE GEORGE — The City of Prince George is extending its deepest condolences to everyone affected by the tragic incident at the Lapu-Lapu Day Festival Saturday night in Vancouver.

Mayor Simon Yu says the City shares the grief of the entire Filipino community and that the City stands with them.

Yu also extended his heartfelt condolences to the families and all those affected by this tragic event.

“On behalf of Council and the City of Prince George, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families and all those affected by this tragic event. Our hearts are with the Filipino Canadian community during this difficult time. We stand with you in grief and offer our unwavering support.”

A teacher-counsellor is among the 11 people killed in the incident. The superintendent at the New Westminster school says the loss of their friend and colleague Kira Salim has left them heartbroken.
They say Salim’s wisdom and care for middle- and secondary-school students had a powerful impact.
Saturday’s attack left dozens of others in hospital and the suspect has been charged with eight counts of second-degree murder at this time.