I lived in Vanderhoof for around 14 years for work/career, including when Maddy went missing. It was gut wrenching at that time and it still is with the recent news, for me and I'm sure for that community. I hope the family has some closure but I suspect when one chapter closes, a new one could open if indeed she is a victim of a terrible crime. My heart goes out to the Scotts and their extended family and friends.
For a small town, Vanderhoof (and area) seems to have more than its fair share of weird sh*t over the years. It is on one hand a very close-knit, got-your-back in times like this, community. But it is also very cliquey (as someone from "outside" who lived there) and based on personal knowledge and experience, it can also be a "try to take you down if you cross the wrong person" kinda place. Every community can and does have these qualities but it just seems..... amplified in Vanderhoof. I had and still have a love/hate relationship with the community. Feeling mixed emotions right now...
I wanted to mention that the discovery of Maddy's remains may cause emotional stress for families/loved ones impacted by MMIWG. Some of your readers might be interested to share a toll free, national independent support line at 1-844-413-6649. Counsellors are available and service is available in Cree, Anishnaabemowin(Objibway), Inuktitut, French and English.
I lived in Vanderhoof for around 14 years for work/career, including when Maddy went missing. It was gut wrenching at that time and it still is with the recent news, for me and I'm sure for that community. I hope the family has some closure but I suspect when one chapter closes, a new one could open if indeed she is a victim of a terrible crime. My heart goes out to the Scotts and their extended family and friends.
For a small town, Vanderhoof (and area) seems to have more than its fair share of weird sh*t over the years. It is on one hand a very close-knit, got-your-back in times like this, community. But it is also very cliquey (as someone from "outside" who lived there) and based on personal knowledge and experience, it can also be a "try to take you down if you cross the wrong person" kinda place. Every community can and does have these qualities but it just seems..... amplified in Vanderhoof. I had and still have a love/hate relationship with the community. Feeling mixed emotions right now...
I wanted to mention that the discovery of Maddy's remains may cause emotional stress for families/loved ones impacted by MMIWG. Some of your readers might be interested to share a toll free, national independent support line at 1-844-413-6649. Counsellors are available and service is available in Cree, Anishnaabemowin(Objibway), Inuktitut, French and English.