Kamloops.
city in British Columbia, Canada
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What's happening
Active this week
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A sister moved from Greensboro to Kamloops on January 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Elections in Kamloops are being influenced by external political pressures, as local organizers vet candidates for the riding.Some support1 report
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Carmen Rice manages sales for Trillium, a residential tower in Kamloops, while Fawcett represents the development.Some support1 report
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In the mayoral race in Kamloops, Dudy finished runner-up to Reid Hamer-Jackson, who was also a candidate facing Peter Milobar.Some support2 reports
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A public recreational facility in Riverside Park is being managed.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Local elections are underway, with trustee candidates representing the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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John O'Fee is a candidate for SD73 school trustee in Kamloops.Some support1 report
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A prescribed burn is planned near O'Connor Lake to reduce fire risk.Some support1 report
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MPs Frank Caputo and Arnold are representing local concerns in Kamloops, seeking funding for Highway 1 near the Alberta border.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Ray Dhaliwal owns businesses located in Kamloops.Some support1 report
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The loss of the Red Bridge in Kamloops is causing traffic congestion and disrupting local business operations.Some support1 report
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In the Kamloops local government election, voters are invited to question candidates about community issues.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A candidate, Nancy Bepple, is discussing local policy and council issues in Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Dave Baker, who has lived in the area for 10 years, is running for Kamloops city council.Some support1 report
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Cole Hickson, a native of Kamloops, studied at Thompson Rivers University.Some support1 report
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Reid Hamer-Jackson serves as the mayor of the city of Kamloops.Some support10 reports1 development inside
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International enrolment decline is impacting the local economy of Kamloops, involving Thompson Rivers University.Some support1 report
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Thompson-Nicola Regional District is utilizing Zoom for candidate information sessions while operating from its Civic Building in Kamloops.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A school board has announced that its service areas now include parts of Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Ritcey is running for Kamloops council and advocating for transit and recreation.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Patricia Spencer is from Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Advocates are calling for increased capital investment and operating funding in Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Benty advised on local government roles involving Golden and Kamloops.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A former mayor from Golden provided advice to candidates running in Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Kelli Fox is identified as the daughter of Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Mayoral bid in Kamloops focuses on fiscal responsibility and community safety.Some support1 report
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Wildfire smoke is affecting multiple towns in the Okanagan region, including Merritt, Penticton, Vernon, and Kamloops.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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A wildfire situation is currently affecting the Kamloops area.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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BC Hydro is managing wildfire response and providing shelter services in Kamloops.Some support1 report
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A slate run by Pivot is campaigning for office in Kamloops, running on the city ballot.Some support1 report
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Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson confirmed his role, while the city announced plans for a multiplex at the Dufferin site and ongoing construction near Fortis high-pressure mains.Some support1 report
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Drought conditions affect native bee populations in Kamloops, which are being studied by researchers at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station.Some support2 reports
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The North Thompson River is located within the city limits of Kamloops.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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KSAR received a $160,000 donation on August 29, 2026, intended for a new facility in Kamloops.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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The council in Kamloops sent a letter to the Victorian government agency on August 30, 2026.Some support1 report
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Merritt and Kamloops shared resource management strategies to mitigate drought conditions.Some support1 report
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A city council in Kamloops approved development near the boundaries of Kenna Cartwright Park.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Wildfires near Boston Bar are causing smoke.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Trade talks between parties broke down, resulting in the imposition of new 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian exports.Some support2 reports
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The City of Kamloops is funding the establishment of a new base in the Rayleigh area.Some support2 reports
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Kamloops city council approved funding for road extension in the Rose Hill area.Some support1 report
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Heffley Creek mill operations in Kamloops face indefinite production curtailment due to resource access issues.Some support2 reports
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Katie Neustaeter seeks re-election on the Kamloops city council.Some support1 report
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Tower Resources PLC is exploring mineral properties related to the Rabbit North project, which is situated in Kamloops, British Columbia.Some support1 report
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Handlaying of Hush rims is taking place in Kamloops, while Industry Nine is set to showcase at a bike show in Portland.Some support1 report
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Four individuals—Sarai, Kelly Hall, Reid Hamer-Jackson, and Middleton—are currently serving as council members in the city of Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Developments in British Columbia include consideration of an oil pipeline through Kamloops, Prince Rupert's potential as a northern economic gateway, and a caucus meeting in Penticton to discuss provincial issues.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Wildfire response required coordination between affected areas of Kamloops and Summerland.Some support2 reports
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Wildfire activity has been reported near Highway 5 in the Jamieson Creek area of Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Kelly Greene advises on restrictions and local authorities implement access bans on Crown land in Kamloops and Merritt.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Wildfires are burning near Saskum Lake.Some support2 reports
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An evacuee reception centre has been established in Kamloops.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Evacuee founder Eva Hartmann relocated animals to Kamloops.Some support2 reports
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Joe Doyle organized an annual car show in Kamloops, while local politics influenced city event outcomes.Some support1 report
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Kelowna, Vernon, and Kamloops provided mutual aid for a fire response on August 9th.Some support1 report
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Residents from Edmonton traveled to Anglemont near Kamloops.Some support2 reports
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The Heartland Country Festival is facing postponement due to regional service strain, affecting operations in Sun Peaks and Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Federal funding supports local workforce training programs in Kamloops.Some support1 report
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Drought conditions are affecting regional weather patterns, with El Niño expected to bring warmer, drier conditions.Some support2 reports
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Shahriar Behmanesh has been residing in Kamloops for seven years.Some support1 report
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Around Kamloops this week
News at the entities that move Kamloops most-
BC Hydro StructuralRestoration efforts are needed after wildfire damage impacted the Trans-Canada Highway, involving BC Hydro.Moves Kamloops
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Summerland OperationalMark Petry manages building and enforcement services in Summerland.Moves Kamloops
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Government of Canada Shared contextThe Government of Canada has announced an investment in the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) specifically dedicated to concussion research.Moves Kamloops
Connections
The 40 strongest of 166, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Reid Hamer-Jackson Structural
Reid Hamer-Jackson holds the formal office of Mayor and council member of the city of Kamloops.
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Merritt Operational
The two cities actively coordinate responses to shared environmental crises, including wildfire, drought, and air quality issues.
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Middleton Structural
Middleton holds the formal position of council member within the municipal government of Kamloops.
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Thompson Rivers University Shared context
Thompson Rivers University is institutionally located in Kamloops, and its operational activities influence the local economy and regional issues.
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Rayleigh Structural
Kamloops funded the establishment of a joint facility in Rayleigh that serves both entities.
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Patricia Spencer Shared context
Patricia Spencer is currently based in the city of Kamloops.
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Rick Turner Structural
Rick Turner is a candidate whose political career is tied to the riding located in Kamloops.
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Thompson-Nicola Regional District Structural
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District holds governing authority over the geographical area that includes the city of Kamloops.
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BC Hydro Structural
BC Hydro provides essential power and utility services to the residents and infrastructure of Kamloops.
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Jeff Dunne Shared context
Jeff Dunne's professional role is defined by regional operations and management within the Kamloops area.
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Federation of Canadian Municipalities Structural
Kamloops is a member of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and seeks its advocacy for national policy.
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John O'Fee Structural
John O'Fee is a candidate for the SD73 school trustee position, which is based in Kamloops.
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Eva Hartmann Structural
Eva Hartmann is operating an animal rescue center in Kamloops.
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Alberta Transactional
A major pipeline project originating from the economic sphere of Alberta is planned to traverse through the city of Kamloops.
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Clinton Transactional
Residents evacuated from Clinton to Kamloops, where a reception center was established during an emergency.
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Summerland Operational
A functional supply chain and shared crisis response mechanism exists, with flows originating in Summerland.
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drought Operational
Drought conditions are currently impacting the local ecosystem and native bee populations within the geographic area of Kamloops.
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Highway 1 Operational
Local events and conditions near Kamloops directly cause operational disruptions and lane closures on Highway 1.
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Clearwater Operational
The two entities are in direct competition, with A benchmarking its usage data against B's consumption rate.
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Kelly Hall Shared context
Kelly Hall serves as a council member in the city of Kamloops.
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Big Bar Lake Operational
Wildfire activity originating near Big Bar Lake is currently impacting the Kamloops area.
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Cache Creek Shared context
A specific location (Cache Creek) whose operational status (highway closure) impacts the routes and functions of the larger area (Kamloops).
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Canadian Union of Public Employees Operational
CUPE negotiates collective agreements regarding unionized staff within the jurisdiction of the city of Kamloops.
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Dallas Brodie Transactional
The city of Kamloops charged Dallas Brodie high security fees for her appearance.
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Kootenays Operational
The two entities are currently involved in a market where they share trends and monitor each other's competitive activities.
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Victoria Transactional
The council representing Kamloops sent a formal letter regarding matters to the government agency Victoria.
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Frank Caputo Structural
Frank Caputo serves as the Member of Parliament representing the constituency of Kamloops.
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YouTube Operational
Kamloops utilizes the YouTube platform specifically for recording and broadcasting its local events.
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Edmonton Operational
A population base in Edmonton travels to the area near Kamloops.
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Sarai Structural
Sarai serves as a council member within the municipal government of Kamloops.
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Boston Bar Shared context
The establishment is a source of wildfire smoke that drifts into the city limits.
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project Transactional
Samples originating from the project are being sent to Kamloops for geochemical analysis.
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Fraser River Shared context
Fraser River serves as a geographical context for environmental conditions observed near Kamloops.
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Fraser Valley Regional District Operational
The Fraser Valley Regional District is utilizing Kamloops as a location for a reception center for evacuees.
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Fawcett Mentioned together
Fawcett is cited as an example of the development occurring in Kamloops.
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Clearwater Shared context
Clearwater is observed operating within the market context of Kamloops.
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Government of Canada Shared context
The Government of Canada provides federal funding that supports local workforce training initiatives in Kamloops.
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Coleman Mentioned together
Federal funding supports projects located in both Kamloops and Coleman.
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Tolko Shared context
Tolko's operational base, including the mill, is physically located within the city limits of Kamloops, BC.
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Vernon Operational
Kamloops and Vernon are connected by Highway 97 and engage in mutual aid for fire response.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
25 events- A sister moved from Greensboro to Kamloops on January 1, 2026.
- Elections in Kamloops are being influenced by external political pressures, as local organizers vet candidates for the riding.
- Carmen Rice manages sales for Trillium, a residential tower in Kamloops, while Fawcett represents the development.
- In the mayoral race in Kamloops, Dudy finished runner-up to Reid Hamer-Jackson, who was also a candidate facing Peter Milobar.
- A public recreational facility in Riverside Park is being managed.
- John O'Fee is a candidate for SD73 school trustee in Kamloops.
- A prescribed burn is planned near O'Connor Lake to reduce fire risk.
- MPs Frank Caputo and Arnold are representing local concerns in Kamloops, seeking funding for Highway 1 near the Alberta border.
- Ray Dhaliwal owns businesses located in Kamloops.
- The loss of the Red Bridge in Kamloops is causing traffic congestion and disrupting local business operations.
- In the Kamloops local government election, voters are invited to question candidates about community issues.
- A candidate, Nancy Bepple, is discussing local policy and council issues in Kamloops.
- Dave Baker, who has lived in the area for 10 years, is running for Kamloops city council.
- Cole Hickson, a native of Kamloops, studied at Thompson Rivers University.
- International enrolment decline is impacting the local economy of Kamloops, involving Thompson Rivers University.
- A school board has announced that its service areas now include parts of Kamloops.
- Ritcey is running for Kamloops council and advocating for transit and recreation.
- Patricia Spencer is from Kamloops.
- Advocates are calling for increased capital investment and operating funding in Kamloops.
- A former mayor from Golden provided advice to candidates running in Kamloops.
- Kelli Fox is identified as the daughter of Kamloops.
- Mayoral bid in Kamloops focuses on fiscal responsibility and community safety.
- BC Hydro is managing wildfire response and providing shelter services in Kamloops.
- A slate run by Pivot is campaigning for office in Kamloops, running on the city ballot.
- Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson confirmed his role, while the city announced plans for a multiplex at the Dufferin site and ongoing construction near Fortis high-pressure mains.
August 2026
25 events- Local elections are underway, with trustee candidates representing the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
- Benty advised on local government roles involving Golden and Kamloops.
- A wildfire situation is currently affecting the Kamloops area.
- KSAR received a $160,000 donation on August 29, 2026, intended for a new facility in Kamloops.
- The council in Kamloops sent a letter to the Victorian government agency on August 30, 2026.
- Merritt and Kamloops shared resource management strategies to mitigate drought conditions.
- Trade talks between parties broke down, resulting in the imposition of new 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian exports.
- Kamloops city council approved funding for road extension in the Rose Hill area.
- Heffley Creek mill operations in Kamloops face indefinite production curtailment due to resource access issues.
- Katie Neustaeter seeks re-election on the Kamloops city council.
- Tower Resources PLC is exploring mineral properties related to the Rabbit North project, which is situated in Kamloops, British Columbia.
- Handlaying of Hush rims is taking place in Kamloops, while Industry Nine is set to showcase at a bike show in Portland.
- Four individuals—Sarai, Kelly Hall, Reid Hamer-Jackson, and Middleton—are currently serving as council members in the city of Kamloops.
- Wildfire response required coordination between affected areas of Kamloops and Summerland.
- Wildfire activity has been reported near Highway 5 in the Jamieson Creek area of Kamloops.
- Kelly Greene advises on restrictions and local authorities implement access bans on Crown land in Kamloops and Merritt.
- Wildfires are burning near Saskum Lake.
- Evacuee founder Eva Hartmann relocated animals to Kamloops.
- Joe Doyle organized an annual car show in Kamloops, while local politics influenced city event outcomes.
- Kelowna, Vernon, and Kamloops provided mutual aid for a fire response on August 9th.
- Residents from Edmonton traveled to Anglemont near Kamloops.
- The Heartland Country Festival is facing postponement due to regional service strain, affecting operations in Sun Peaks and Kamloops.
- Federal funding supports local workforce training programs in Kamloops.
- Drought conditions are affecting regional weather patterns, with El Niño expected to bring warmer, drier conditions.
- Shahriar Behmanesh has been residing in Kamloops for seven years.
July 2026
7 events- Thompson-Nicola Regional District is utilizing Zoom for candidate information sessions while operating from its Civic Building in Kamloops.
- Wildfire smoke is affecting multiple towns in the Okanagan region, including Merritt, Penticton, Vernon, and Kamloops.
- Drought conditions affect native bee populations in Kamloops, which are being studied by researchers at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station.
- Wildfires near Boston Bar are causing smoke.
- The City of Kamloops is funding the establishment of a new base in the Rayleigh area.
- Developments in British Columbia include consideration of an oil pipeline through Kamloops, Prince Rupert's potential as a northern economic gateway, and a caucus meeting in Penticton to discuss provincial issues.
- An evacuee reception centre has been established in Kamloops.