Author: Anna Montaner
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Photo by Olsen ImagingKamloopa Powwow marks 45 years of culture, connection, and celebration
The 45th annual Kamloopa Powwow will return to Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc from June 26–28, bringing together hundreds of dancers, drummers, vendors and spectators for three days of celebration, culture and community. Hosted by the Kamloopa Powwow Society at the Kamloopa Powwow Arbour, the event is expected to welcome close to 500 dancers and drummers from…
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TrueTech Trials debuts as a hit in Kamloops
New family-friendly event draws crowds and sets the stage for the return of the Chuwels Challenge The Greater Kamloops Motorcycle Association (GKMA) is celebrating the success of its first-ever TrueTech Trials event, a new addition to the local dirt biking scene that emphasized accessibility, community, and fun over competition. Led by first-year president James Becker,…
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Photo by Dylan SherrardBuilding strong communities through outdoor recreation
ORCBC conference in Kamloops will bring together recreation leaders from across B.C. Outdoor recreation leaders from across British Columbia will gather in Kamloops this spring for the 2026 conference hosted by the Outdoor Recreation Council of British Columbia. The event, titled Building Stronger Communities Through Outdoor Recreation, will take place May 20–22 at Thompson Rivers…
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Kamloops podcaster receives Telus Storyhive funding
Ryan from Kamloops: Community Connections Will spotlight local non-profits and the people strengthening the city A Kamloops podcaster is set to shine a spotlight on the people and organizations making a difference in the community after being selected as a recipient of the Telus Storyhive Video Podcast program. Ryan Weichel, creator of Ryan from Kamloops, is…
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Run Club founder Jo Berry leads a pre-run prep talk at Volkswagen in Valleyview on Tuesday, then gives peace signs as her group hits the road. Photo by Robert KoopmansBoogie returns with a celebration of movement and community
Kamloops’ largest wellness event invites participants of all abilities to walk, run and ‘boogie’ together this spring Thousands of participants dressed in red will once again take to the streets of Kamloops this spring as Boogie the Bridge returns, bringing together runners, walkers and families for a high-energy community celebration. The event offers several distances…
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Campus/community station CFBX turns 25
Hundreds of volunteers have broadcast from the station on the TRU campus over its lifetime Campus and community station CFBX Radio is celebrating 25 years on the air, marking a milestone for a broadcaster built largely by volunteers and dedicated to local voices. Based at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, the station officially signed on…
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Performers take to the stage this spring break
Kamloops Music Collective expands its popular performing arts camp with two full musical productions This spring break, young performers in Kamloops will once again take centre stage. The Kamloops Music Collective’s Set the Stage! Spring Break Performing Arts Camp returns after another sold-out year, offering students the opportunity to rehearse and perform a full musical…
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Women in Canadian theatre: Playwriting and Beyond
Four-week Kamloops course explores the evolving role of women on and off the Canadian stage A new four-week course in Kamloops this March will take a closer look at the women who have influenced, and challenged, the evolution of Canadian theatre. Running Fridays from March 6 to 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.…
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Loving the Grasslands returns with expanded program
The rolling grasslands of British Columbia’s Interior may look quiet at first glance, but they are among the most ecologically important, and most threatened, landscapes in the province. On Feb. 5, community members will gather to celebrate and protect these ecosystems at Loving the Grasslands 2026, the Grasslands Conservation Council of BC’s signature annual fundraiser.…
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Kamloops gears up for Black History celebration
Kamloops is once again preparing to celebrate Black History Month with a vibrant, community-centered event that promises to be empowering, uplifting, and unforgettable. The Kamloops Black History Celebration 2026, hosted by Valid Dreams Foundation, will take place on Feb. 21 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Thompson Rivers University Grand Hall. The event…