Nova Scotia, Canada - A relentless search is underway in rural Nova Scotia as concern deepens for two young siblings, Lily Sullivan, 6, and her brother Jack, 4, who have now been missing for four days.

The children were last seen Friday morning at their family home in Pictou County, roughly 70 miles northeast of Halifax. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) believe the pair may have wandered off, triggering an intensive search operation in the heavily forested area surrounding their home.

More than 100 personnel, including search and rescue teams, police, and community volunteers, have mobilized in recent days. Helicopters, drones, K-9 units, and foot patrols are being used to scour the dense terrain for any sign of the children.

Despite rain and difficult conditions, the search has continued around the clock. Authorities say a footprint believed to be from one of the children was discovered Saturday, prompting a concentrated effort in that vicinity.

RCMP spokesperson Corporal Carlie McCann told reporters that morale remains strong among teams on the ground. “We’re not giving up. Everyone here is focused on one goal — bringing Lily and Jack home safely,” she said.

Their mother, Malehya Brooks-Murray, said she last heard the children playing early Friday morning before briefly falling back asleep. When she woke and found them missing, she called emergency services immediately. Speaking to CTV News, Brooks-Murray expressed shock: “They’re not kids who go outside on their own. We always supervise them. They must’ve slipped out quietly through the sliding door.”

The children belong to the Sipekne’katik First Nation. Community leaders and members have rallied around the family, sharing messages of hope and urging vigilance. “Please help bring Lily and Jack back home,” said Chief Michelle Glasgow in a heartfelt appeal on social media.

Their stepfather, Daniel Martell, described the two as inseparable. “They’re not just siblings, they’re best friends. Jack loves bugs and dinosaurs, and Lily — she loves her girly stuff but she’s always right there beside her brother,” he said.

Martell has called for broader safety measures, including increased surveillance at airports and border points, though the RCMP has not classified the incident as an abduction.

In a statement on Monday, police reiterated their commitment to a thorough, methodical search. “Each area is being carefully logged and cleared by specialized teams to ensure nothing is missed,” officials said, also asking the public to avoid the area to prevent interference.

Premier Tim Houston echoed the province’s concern, stating, “All of Nova Scotia is hoping and praying for a safe return.”

As day four draws to a close, the community continues to hold on to hope, with efforts intensifying and eyes across the province fixed on the woods of Pictou County.


By WafricNews Desk.