City of Kamloops

October 26, 2:50 pm—City crews are currently responding to a water main break in the area of 1375 Summit Drive. Crews are on site investigating and working to restore service as quickly as possible. We will provide updates as work progresses. #Kamloops

Roadwork will be taking place today, October 27, on Summit Drive for repairs following a water main leak. ▪️ Summit Drive will be closed northbound from Notre Dame Drive to Tudor Village. ▪️ Traffic is detoured onto Notre Dame Drive. ▪️ Southbound lanes remain open.

October 26, 2:50 pm—City crews are currently responding to a water main break in the area of 1375 Summit Drive. Crews are on site investigating and working to restore service as quickly as possible. We will provide updates as work progresses. #Kamloops

Park responsibly! End your e-scooter or e-bike trip by parking the device in one of the clearly defined Bird parking nest areas found in the app.

Something new is coming to community engagement in Kamloops. Join us for the first-ever Have Your Say Day, a new event designed to make it easier than ever to learn about City projects, connect directly with staff, ask questions, and share feedback.

🔗 Read the full details: www.kamloops.ca/our-communit... Residents can explore multiple projects and initiatives all under one roof, at their own pace, and even enjoy a free public skate.

Grab your pumpkins and join us at this free, family-friendly event featuring games to smash, roll, toss, and stomp those jack-o'-lanterns! 🗓️ November 1, 2026 | 10:00 am–2:00 pm 📍 McArthur Island, Soccer 1 & 2 Parking Lots 👉 Kids are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes one more time.

▪️ Pumpkin games ▪️ Face painting ▪️ Photo booth station ▪️ Pumpkin drops ▪️ Pumpkin passports – play and enter to win a prize ▪️ Education booths ▪️ Food trucks

Everyone has a story you can't see. A successful career. A strong reputation. A life that looks fine from the outside. None of these tells the whole story. Former NHL goaltender Clint Malarchuk has faced extraordinary challenges both on and off the ice.

Now a mental health advocate, he'll speak candidly about trauma, addiction, recovery, and the moments that changed his life. 🗓️ Wednesday, November 4 | ⏰ 6:00–7:30 pm |📍 On Side Restoration Lounge, Sandman Centre

The City's Activity Guide is a great place to get noticed by people searching for things to do in Kamloops. Promote your programs and services with us and connect with our readers in the upcoming Winter 2027 edition.

Did You Know? 🍬 Halloween candy wrappers can be recycled. These and other items can be dropped off at a recycling depot, or at monthly Flexible Plastics Recycling Pop-Up Events that take place on the last Sunday of each month from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at a different location around the city.

Thanks to a $211,150 investment through the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Growing Canada’s Community Canopies initiative, supported by the Government of Canada, 72 trees were planted as part of the boulevard greening component of the Sifton Lane & Hwy 5A Multi-Use Pathway Project.

Did you know? Baby wipes, even the “flushable” kind, can cause big problems for your pipes and the City’s sewer system. Unlike toilet paper, wipes don’t break down easily and can build up in pipes, causing clogs, blockages, and costly repairs.

Did You Know? Your utility bill does more than keep the water flowing. Every payment helps maintain the pipes, pumps, trucks, and infrastructure that deliver clean drinking water, collect wastewater, and manage garbage services throughout Kamloops.

Do your part! ✅ Only flush toilet paper. ✅ Keep fats, oils, and grease out of drains. ✅ Sort garbage, recycling, and organics properly. ✅ Pay utility bills on time. Small actions at home help keep essential services running smoothly for everyone.

The results of the 2026 general local election are official today and have been published on Kamloops.ca/Election. The new Mayor and Councillors will be sworn in at the inaugural Council meeting on Monday, November 2, at a special time and location:

Tomorrow, October 22, 2026, the City of Kamloops, in partnership with BC Wildfire Service and Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc, will be intentionally applying fire to a 6 ha section of Peterson Creek Nature Park in a controlled process known as a prescribed burn.

The City has released four build‑ready residential lots on Royal Avenue, each priced at $369,000 and offering breathtaking views of the Thompson River.

Steps from the Rivers Trail, McDonald Park, McArthur Island Park, and Overlanders Beach and close to shops, restaurants, services, and transit along the Tranquille Corridor, these lots offer the perfect balance of nature and walkability.

🚧 Watch Your Speed in Construction Zones Construction zone speed limits protect workers who may be just metres from moving traffic. Even when crews aren't visible, changing road conditions, lane shifts, uneven surfaces, and equipment can create unexpected hazards.

Passing someone on a multi-use pathway? Give them space and time to respond. 🚶 Slow down as you approach. ↔️ Leave enough room when passing. 🔔 Use your bell or say “on your left” when appropriate. 🛑 Be patient when the pathway is busy.

👀 See something in the City that’s not working? From potholes to broken street lights, here’s how you can report it: 📞 Call 250-828-3461 (for urgent issues) 📱 Use the MyKamloops™ App (free on Google Play & iTunes) 💻 Submit online: Kamloops.ca/MyKamloops

The Douglas-fir tussock moth is active in our region. If you suspect an infestation on your property, contact the City at 250-828-3461 to report the location of the infestation. This will help our team map and plan.

The Kamloops Airport Authority Society is seeking applications from community-minded individuals interested in serving on its Board of Directors. 🔗 Submit your application at Kamloops.ca/KAAS. 🗓️ Application deadline: November 20, 2026 ✨Help shape the future of air travel in our region!

Where can I ride? ▪ On roads 50 km/h or less: Use a designated cycling lane if available, or ride as far right as practicable unless otherwise directed. ▪ You may only ride in a designated cycling lane on roads over 50 km/h.