Deadly School Shooting in British Columbia Exposes Failures of Canadian Gun Control Amid Rising Violence

The tragic shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia, which claimed the lives of at least seven victims plus the alleged shooter, is yet another grim reminder that weak gun control policies come with a deadly price. As Canadian authorities tally a total of ten deaths—including two found at a nearby home—and more than 25 injured, including critically wounded individuals, the country faces a painful reckoning over its approach to public safety. Why does this matter to Americans? While Canada often projects an image of safety and strong social programs, their failure to stop mass shootings despite stricter...