It’s a hashtag that defined the city in April, and it’s trending once again.
#TorontoStrong became the uniting words in Toronto following the horrific van attack of April 23 that claimed the lives of 10 innocent pedestrians and injured 14 others.
And after Sunday night’s shooting on The Danforth that has killed two so far, the city is uniting once again, sharing condolence messages and love.
From other city police forces, to politicians and residents, social media flooded with messages about our city.
Today, the @CityKitchener stands united with the @cityoftoronto following the tragedy on the #Danforth last night. Our thoughts & prayers are with the shooting victims & their families. Our thx goes to all first responders who responded to this senseless incident! #TorontoStrong pic.twitter.com/6HX5Td14gi
— Berry Vrbanovic (@berryonline) July 23, 2018
Our condolences are with the victims and families of the tragic shooting on the Danforth in Toronto. Sending our thoughts to the brave first responders for their dedication during this extremely difficult incident. #TorontoStrong pic.twitter.com/52FF0xZotg
— DurhamRegionalPolice (@DRPS) July 23, 2018
Dear hatred…
You can break my heart, but you won’t break my spirit.
I will not give in to your darkness.
There is too much light in our city.
There is so much love.
Sincerely,
LOVE#TorontoStrong #LiveInLove #Danforth #prayers pic.twitter.com/hyXoZIx9OI— Kate Drummond (@KateDrummond_) July 23, 2018
Woke up and heard about the mass shooting here in our amazing city! Really sad by the news and for everyone that was involved. Prayers go out to the victims and their families! #TorontoStrong
— Kevin Pillar (@KPILLAR4) July 23, 2018
#Toronto was again witness to a horrible shooting last night. As we activate our DRN, our Psychologists will do what they can to support the community by providing free or low cost psychological services to those directly affected by the event. Please share. #TorontoStrong pic.twitter.com/IHYnuJIYde
— ONPsychologicalAssn (@ONPsych) July 23, 2018
You will always be my home Toronto. #TorontoStrong
— Katie Telford (@telfordk) July 23, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their loved ones and everyone affected by yesterday’s tragic incident. Thank you to our city’s first responders. #TorontoStrong pic.twitter.com/IhFLAOWPAa
— Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) July 23, 2018
Saddened by the loss of life and injuries suffered from the unspeakable tragedy at #Danforth last night. Our thoughts are with the courageous #FirstResponders and all those affected. #OPP stands with #Toronto, #TorontoStrong pic.twitter.com/12fLGOVpxK
— JVN (Vince) Hawkes (@OPPCommHawkes) July 23, 2018
A tragic incident has taken place in our city. @TorontoPolice Chief @marksaunderstps has stated we need witnesses & ppl with video to come forward right now. Please help. #Danforth #TorontoShooting #TorontoStrong https://t.co/Mw6ozOE23c
— TPS LGBTQ-ISN (@TDotGayCops) July 23, 2018
Two civilian victims have been pronounced dead following the mass shooting on The Danforth last night according to the Toronto Police.
Fourteen people were injured and transported to the hospital after the shooting at approximately 10 pm on Sunday night.
Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit has assigned six investigators and three forensic investigators to look into the circumstances surrounding the death of the shooter who has so far only been identified as a 29-year-old man.
If you or someone you know is struggling with grief after a sudden loss, our Crisis Team is here to support you. We can be reached at any time at (416) 808-7066. Our services are free and absolutely confidential. [2/2]
— Victim Services (@VSToronto) July 20, 2018