30/07/2026
There are no words… rest in peace Parker. And to your family, my deepest condolences. I hope you find peace in the coming months.
The Calgary Police Service has confirmed they have located the body of a small child they believe to be Parker.
This is not the outcome any of us were hoping for.
For nearly two weeks, an entire city carried hope. Thousands of people searched neighbourhoods, parks, waterways, vacant buildings, and their own properties. Families checked sheds and garages. Volunteers gave countless hours. First responders pushed themselves beyond exhaustion. So many of us refreshed our phones every day, hoping for the miracle update that never came.
Investigators say Parker entered a deep 4 foot concrete pipe in the culvert on the west side of Deerfoot Trail and travelled into a network of storm pipes running beneath the highway. He was found 450 to 500 feet into the network of pipes and ultimately found on the east side of Deerfoot. Due to the extremely dangerous conditions inside the tunnel system, Calgary Fire Department crews required specialized equipment to safely enter and recover him.
Police have shared that Parker was still wearing the clothing he was last seen in. At some point, his shoes were no longer on his feet, likely having been washed away within the water system. His shoes were found by a member of the public last night.
As both a therapist and someone who has followed this search closely, my heart is heavy tonight. I know many of you are feeling this loss deeply, even if you never met Parker. Watching day after day, hoping alongside his family, the search teams, and the Calgary community creates a real emotional connection. Grief doesn’t only belong to those who knew someone personally, it can also be felt by those who carried hope for them.
To Parker’s family, there are no words that can lessen this unimaginable pain. My heart is with you.
To the Calgary Police Service, Calgary Fire Department, search and rescue teams, volunteers, and every community member who searched, shared his photo, checked their property, or simply refused to give up, thank you. You gave Parker every possible chance to be found. Your dedication, compassion, and determination will never be forgotten.
Please take care of yourselves tonight. This news is incredibly difficult and may bring up strong emotions, especially for parents, first responders, those with lived trauma, and anyone who has been following this case closely. Reach out to someone you trust, connect with a counsellor, or contact a crisis service if you need support. You do not have to carry heavy moments like this alone.
Rest peacefully, sweet Parker. You were loved by so many.
