Harper Mountain: Kamloops' Hidden Gem
November 23, 2022
“There’s an amazing amount of stuff that goes on behind the scenes at a ski hill,” says Norm
Category - Meet the Locals
Meet the Kamloops Film Society Executive Director: Dusan Magdolen
October 29, 2021
Let's get the show on the road and pop into the Paramount Theatre to catch a flick on the big screen. The Kamloops Film Society (KFS) at the Paramount Theatre showcases diverse, high-quality films of the best in Independent, Canadian, and foreign cinemas. Grab dinner downtown and then catch a film every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday - on weekends catch a Hollywood blockbuster or independent drama.
Meet Western Canada Theatre Artistic Director: James MacDonald
November 10, 2020
For James MacDonald, theatre isn’t just about entertainment—it’s about sharing stories that really resonate with people. “I always think of our goal as stimulating the water cooler conversation,” he says. “I want people to come to the theatre and then to continue to talk about it for days afterward.”
Meet Kamloops Museum Curator: Matt Macintosh
November 3, 2020
Matt Macintosh, Curator at the Kamloops Museum and Archives (KMA), grew up in and around Toronto and has a background and primary training as a visual artist. Over the years, he’s worked on a number of projects exploring how we give (and withhold) cultural significance to objects. This led him naturally into roles curating art that connected to history; and then onto curating history specifically.
Meet Kamloops Symphony's Music Director: Dina Gilbert
October 13, 2020
It’s obvious to anyone watching the Kamloops Symphony that Dina Gilbert is a natural-born conductor. Her eyebrows rise and fall with expression, her gestures brim with passion and she leads her musicians with a genuine connection.
Meet Kamloops Mountain Biker: Jordan Proctor
October 2, 2020
When local mountain biker, Jordan Proctor, isn't seen ripping down a trail, you can find him maintaining bike trails for the Kamloops Performance Cycling Centre (KPCC). Jordan shares his motivations on why he chose to move to Kamloops and how he’s involved with the mountain bike community and culture.
Meet Kamloops Art Gallery Curator: Charo Neville
September 30, 2020
Kamloops has a burgeoning arts and culture scene. From a world-class symphony to a principal gallery in the Southern Interior of BC, there’s plenty to discover in Kamloops.
Meet Kamloops Hiker: Tamra Jaeger
August 28, 2020
When local hiker, Tamra Jaeger, isn’t helping others as a nurse, she can be found capturing the sunrise from in and around Kamloops. Tamra gives insight into why she began hiking Kamloops’ trails and how her passion for photography ignited.
Meet the Locals - Bodie Shandro
July 22, 2020
Stand up paddle boarding on calm waters and listening to the sounds of nature creates a zen-like experience.
Meet Kamloops Hikers: Wayne Parsons & Johanna Short
July 12, 2020
Kamloops' semi-arid desert creates ideal terrain for spring hiking. Discover a trail network that encompasses golden grasslands, fragrant sagebrush, and chiseled hoodoos. Local hikers, Wayne and Johanna, share their love of hiking through their personal Instagram accounts to showcase Kamloops' diverse trails.
