THE Canadian Olympic Committee said today it was “heartbroken” by the school shooting in British Columbia which has left at least 10 people dead, with many others wounded.

Team Canada issued their statement at the Milan Cortina Olympics the morning after the deadly shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School.

“We are heartbroken by the news of the horrific school shooting that occurred in British Columbia. Our thoughts are with the families who have lost loved ones, those who are injured, and the entire Tumbler Ridge community. Team Canada stands with everyone affected as they navigate difficult days ahead,” the statement said.