Hold and secure lifted at Grande Prairie schools, Eastlink Centre
RCMP and the Catholic school division confirmed there is no remaining threat after an emergency situation prompted lockdown measures at two high schools and two recreation facilities.
Why it matters
The lockdown affected students and families at two Grande Prairie schools and disrupted access to two public recreation facilities.
Charles Spencer High School, St. Joseph's High School, the Eastlink Centre and the Design Works Centre in Grande Prairie were placed under a hold and secure order after RCMP responded to a potential threat outside the schools, prompting a heavy police presence.
During the order, classes continued as normal at the high schools, but students were asked not to leave the buildings while staff coordinated with RCMP. The public was told to avoid the Eastlink and Design Works Centres, and residents were urged to stay away from the surrounding area.
The Grande Prairie Catholic School Division later announced on social media that the situation had been resolved, crediting the "swift and effective actions" of local police. Officials said there was no remaining concern or threat, and an official update from Grande Prairie RCMP was expected to follow.
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