Conservative MPs Seek Independent Inquiry Into Shooting

Federal Conservative MPs Bob Zimmer and Frank Caputo called on March 1, 2026 for an independent public inquiry under the federal Inquiries Act into the Feb. 10 Tumbler Ridge, B.C., shooting that left eight people, including six children, dead. B.C. MLA Larry Neufeld echoed the demand while Premier David Eby said any inquiry or coroner's inquest must wait until police complete their investigation.