The suspect in last weekend's Vancouver festival attack that killed 11 people has appeared in court on a day of provincial mourning for its victims.

The appearance came as B.C. Premier David Eby declared the day as one of remembrance for victims of what he called a “murderous attack.” “A joyous festival in celebration of Filipino culture and history ended with a senseless attack that left 11 dead, many injured and many more traumatized,” he said.

Police say a Vancouver man has been charged with eight counts of second-degree murder after an SUV was driven into a crowd at a Filipino community festival Saturday evening, killing 11 people and injuring dozens more.