As investigators try to determine how a whale-watching boat capsized off Tofino on Sunday, killing 5 British nationals, the local community is rallying around survivors and others affected by the tragedy.

Here’s a roundup of statements from local, national and U.K. leaders, as well as the company that operated the whale-watching boat.

Tofino Mayor Josie Osborne:

“A day no mayor wishes for her community.

The love and prayers of Tofino go out the passengers and crew who were aboard the whale watching boat that capsized today in Clayoquot Sound. Our hearts ache for you and your families.

To the responders from Tofino, Ahousaht, the Tofino General Hospital, Island Health, Victim Services, BC Ambulance Services, the RCMP, Emergency Social Services, the Coast Guard, the Rescue Centre and more: we cannot thank you enough for your heroic efforts.

To the whale watching companies of Tofino, your rallying for each other shows us all how much we support each other in this community. Know that you are all in our hearts and thoughts, and that we support you in this very trying time.

To the communities to the north and south and east of us: thank you for all your messages, tweets and texts of love and support.

To the community of Tofino: what could I possibly say to tell you how much your outpouring of support means? Food, blankets, clothing, personal support and more. We show the world what it means to be a remote coastal community - and I am the proudest mayor alive.”

Jamie’s Whaling Station:

“It has been a tragic day. Our entire team is heartbroken over this incident and our hearts go out to the families, friends and loved ones of everyone involved.

We are doing everything we can to assist our passengers and staff through this difficult time. We are cooperating with investigators to determine exactly what happened.

In the meantime, we want to extend our most sincere thank you to the first responders, rescue personnel, and everyone from Tofino and the local First Nations communities who assisted with the response efforts.

We will provide further updates when information becomes available.”

B.C. Premier Christy Clark:

“Yesterday, a whale-watching vessel carrying 27 passengers and crew members capsized near Tofino. Canada Coast Guard, the RCMP and WestCoast Inland Search and Rescue responded quickly – but tragically, five lives were lost. The RCMP continues to search for one other missing individual.

“My thoughts and my prayers and those of all British Columbians go out to the families and the loved ones of those that were lost or injured.

“Emergency Management BC has been in close contact with the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre as it led efforts to ensure all available resources were available for the search and rescue, the survivors and responding communities.

“I understand there was tremendous co-operation amongst all the communities, agencies, emergency personnel and the Ahousaht First Nation, who worked together to respond.

“My thanks to all those involved in the rescue and the response and for their efforts during this tragic incident.”

U.K. Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond:

“It is with deep sadness that I can confirm five British nationals have lost their lives when the whale watching boat they were on sank off Western Canada on Sunday.

“My thoughts are with the family and friends of all those affected by this terrible accident. Consular staff in British Columbia are supporting the family members of those who have died and we will remain in close contact with Canadian authorities as further information becomes available.”

Prime minister-designate Justin Trudeau:

“I was shocked and saddened to hear of the sinking of a whale watching boat near the B.C. coast and the passengers aboard who have lost their lives in the incident. We thank all those, including our search and rescue officials, who responded swiftly with courage and professionalism.

“I know firsthand of this coastal area’s natural beauty and the many people who visit here from all around the world. My thoughts and prayers are with the passengers, the crew, and their families at this most difficult time. We will continue to offer them support in the days ahead.”

Green Party Leader andSaanich-Gulf Islands MP Elizabeth May:

“My thoughts and prayers are with the people affected by this terrible tragedy. This incident has shaken the close-knit community of Tofino, and I know that the weeks and months ahead will be difficult.

“I thank the first responders and members of the local First Nations and Tofino communities for helping with the rescue efforts.

“On behalf of the Green Party, I extend my deepest condolences to the friends and families of the five British tourists whose lives were lost in Tofino yesterday.”