Nanaimo Fire Rescue as completed its investigation into a deadly fire Tuesday that left 3 members of a family dead.
The fire has been ruled to be accidental in nature and was most likely caused by unattended candles.
"This tragic event resulted in loss of life to three people and our thoughts and prayers are with their families, friends and extended families at this time," said Karen Fry, Fire Chief.
Jason Stephenson, Amberlee Scarr and their 7 year old daughter Piper Stephenson died inside their home after a fire broke out.
A GoFundMe page set up to pay for funeral arrangements raised over $3,000 in just one day.