Category: News
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Josh Cowen, a Fire and Life Safety Educator with Kamloops Fire and Rescue, shows Westsyde homeowner Paul Patterson the dangers associated with cedar hedges. Even healthy cedars have dead debris inside, which poses significant risk in the event of wildfires. Embers can turn cedars into flaming torches in seconds. Photo by Robert KoopmansAre we ready?
The question looms large in the face of another potentially difficult wildfire season As spring moves toward summer, Kamloops residents are once again faced by a question that now looms over the interior of B.C. year after year — what will the wildfire season bring? And more importantly, will we be ready if devastating fire…
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Kamloops city council discusses housing support for women, data centers, and community initiatives
From exploring regulations for AI and data centres to supporting women survivors of domestic violence, the Kamloops City Council addressed a wide range of issues during its May 26 meeting. Council also reviewed the new Let’s Learn Kamloops webpage, designed to address misinformation and improve communication with residents, as well as a partnership with Kamloops…
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Investigation continues in suspicious school portable fire in Sahali
More than a month after a suspicious fire destroyed a school portable on Arrowstone Drive, Kamloops RCMP say the investigation remains active as School District 73 continues working through insurance and replacement plans. The April 22 blaze at Sa-Hali secondary, which broke out at approximately 2 a.m., completely destroyed a portable classroom used for physical…
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RCMP continue to investigate trio of homicides
Kamloops RCMP say a fatal early-morning shooting on Columbia Street remains under active investigation, marking the city’s third homicide case of 2026 as police continue probing what they believe was a targeted attack. Mounties were called to the 200-block of Columbia Street between 1 a.m. and 3 a.m. on Tuesday May 5 following reports of…
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Conditions ripe for intense wildfire season
June rainfall could determine whether British Columbia avoids another severe wildfire season, according to a provincial fire information officer who says drought conditions remain a growing concern across the Kamloops Fire Centre. Emelie Peacock told the Chronicle the overall severity of the 2026 wildfire season will largely depend on how much sustained rain arrives through…
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Emergency prep resources for Kamloops and area residents
GET INTO THE ALERT SYSTEM Voyent Alert is the City of Kamloops and TNRD’s primary emergency notification system, delivering alerts by app, text message, voice call, or email. No smartphone is requ ired. Registration is free. Find the app on your devices App Store or Google Play. City of Kamloops: kamloops.ca/public-safety/emergency-management/emergency-preparedness/emergency-alerts-orders Thompson-Nicola Regional District: tnrd.ca/services/emergency-services/emergency-preparedness/emergency-alerts…
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Photo by Peter Olsen / Provided by the City of KamloopsBuilding Community
On April 22, 2026, Kamloops City Council recognized 11 residents with Exemplary Service Awards for their outstanding contributions to community life. The awards celebrate individuals whose leadership, volunteerism, and dedication have made Kamloops stronger, more connected, and more resilient. From advancing health care access and emergency response to mentoring youth, strengthening local businesses, and building…
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Pathways shelter extension approved
Kamloops city council has approved a 20-month extension for the 44-bed Pathways shelter on Tranquille Road, following a six-hour meeting focused on the matter, with hundreds in attendance on April 21. Feedback from those attending was divided, with about half speaking in favour of keeping the shelter open and half hoping council would not renew…
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New original play opens at the Pavilion
Wolf Cull, an original play written and directed by playwright Cheyenne Scott, is now on at the Pavilion Theatre. The latest from Western Canada Theatre, Wolf Cull aims to immerse the audience in a haunting, dream-like world in the round. Playwright Scott was raised in the Kamloops area and took inspiration from hunting trips in…
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Further conduct complaints target mayor
The latest code of conduct investigation into Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson has found he bullied, intimidated and levelled abusive communication at city staff, and also breached his privacy obligations while doing so. The complaint, filed by Coun. Dale Bass, concerns emails sent to city staff and council from the mayor in April and May 2025.…