Lance Younge
Lance Younge is the father of Kylie Smith, a 12-year-old girl who tragically lost her life in a mass school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. He shared his heart-wrenching final moments with Kylie, recalling how he saw her off to school with her brother, unaware it would be the last time he would see her. His family's grief reflects the profound impact of the tragedy on the small, close-knit community.
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Kylie’s father, Lance Younge, recalled his final moment with her as he saw her off to school Tuesday morning.
The eight victims of the Tumbler Ridge shooting
Canada· 2026-02-13
Lance Younge recounted his experience of searching for his daughter after the shooting.
‘The tears just keep flowing’: child victims of Tumbler Ridge shooting remembered as Carney heads to join vigil | Tumbler Ridge school shooting
United Kingdom· 2026-02-13
Lance Younge spoke about his daughter Kylie Smith, highlighting her love for art and anime.
Police visited home of Canada school shooting suspect multiple times over mental health concerns | CanadaUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-13
Lance Younge is the father of Kylie Smith, who was killed in the Tumbler Ridge school shooting.
Live updates: Carney to visit Tumbler Ridge on Friday as B.C. observes official day of mourningCanada· 2026-02-12
