The Pitt Meadows community is grieving the loss of a local student who was tragically killed on Wednesday morning while cycling to school.

At approximately 8:30 a.m., the boy was hit by a recycling truck at the corner of 116A Avenue and 196B Street, and died at the scene despite attempts by first responders to provide life-saving measures.

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Now, various local groups are extending their condolences to the family of the child, including Pitt Meadows city council.

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The Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows School District No. 42 also released a statement about the incident, calling it an unimaginably difficult time.

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An online fundraiser has been set up by Stephanie St. Arnaud, who said she is a close family friend of the boy, whom she identified as Chace Nicol.

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The GoFundMe has already surpassed $35,000 in only 18 hours thanks to donations from more than 480 community members and organizations.

Donations can be made to the GoFundMe by visiting .