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WEEKLY NEWS FOR NOV. 13

Good afternoon folks! 

This Wednesday the municipality released a statement on the health centre, sharing it will be moving forward with the proposal from Dr. Catherine Nowierski. 

“SPMRM and the proponent, Dr. Catherine Nowierski, are actively collaborating to re-open the Sun Peaks Health Centre,” the municipality shared.   

We chatted with O’Toole briefly to learn more. Read the full story below. 

Our FAQ is being updated when new information comes out, so keep an eye on that. 

The Halloween for Hunger initiative wrapped up last week. While this year’s food drive collected less than last year’s, Milly Driver, Sun Peaks Resort LLP (SPR) event coordinator, said the team is already planning another community food drive for December.

As the resort gears up for the winter season Christina Antoniak, SPR’s director of brand and communications, shared what visitors can look forward to in the months ahead. Read the full story below! 

Thank you, 

 SUN PEAKS TAKES A KEY STEP TOWARD RESTORING HEALTHCARE SERVICES

Municipality will move on with the proposal from Dr. Catherine Nowierski to operate the health centre.

SUN PEAKS GEARS UP FOR 2025-2026 WINTER SEASON 

With fresh snow, new trails and cosy après spots, Sun Peaks is ready to make this winter one to remember.

 SUN PEAKS COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER FOR THE HALLOWEEN FOR HUNGER 

Sun Peaks’ Halloween for Hunger brought the village together to support the Kamloops Food Bank, collecting 225 pounds of non-perishable food this October, with another festive initiative planned for December.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT 👀

FAQS: THE SUN PEAKS COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE

As Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality continues the process of finding a new health centre operator, SPIN answers a few frequently asked questions.

EVENTS 🎫

Nov. 20 - After The Snowfall screening 🍿

The After The Snowfall film premiere will take place Nov. 20 at the Paramount Theatre in Kamloops. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with the film screening at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for TRU students, with proceeds supporting the Sun Peaks Freestyle Club, the TRU Foundation and Kamloops Search and Rescue.

Nov. 21 - Rail Riot 🎿

Join Friday, Nov. 21, at  6 p.m. on the campus of Thompson Rivers University for a high‑energy night of skiing and snowboarding as athletes ride a legendary handrail between OLARA and the NPH building. All ages are welcome and spectator admission is free. Expect giveaways from sponsors like Red Bull, Sun Peaks Resort LLP and Spoke Bike & Ski. Come cheer, connect with the community and kick off winter with style. 

Nov. 22 - Season opener ⛷️

Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 22, when the mountain officially kicks off the 2025‑26 winter season! 

Nov. 22 - First chair and cinnamon buns 🥐

Start the 2025‑26 winter season at Sun Peaks Resort with your first run and a warm, complimentary cinnamon bun at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22  for this village-based tradition alongside mascot Harry Bear and mountain air.

Nov. 22 - Après and Ales 🍺

Celebrate the first day of the 2025–26 ski season at Masa’s Bar and Grill in Sun Peaks with a festive après‑session from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on opening day. Enjoy great company, cold beers and the mountain vibe as the village kicks off another epic winter. 

Nov. 22 - SNO-CIETY screening 🎥

Get ready to celebrate the spirit of winter at the film premiere of Warren Miller’s SNO‑CIETY Nov. 22  at  The Village Base at Masa’s Bar + Grill. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., with the screening starting at 8  p.m. This year’s epic alpine adventure showcases top athletes carving out powder and passion across the globe, from Alberta to Austria. Tickets are $15 at the door. Join for a night of big turns, big laughs and the mountain community that connects us all.

Nov. 22-23 - UpLIFTed Yoga Weekend 🧘🏻‍♀️

Start your ski season strong and centered with UpLIFTed Yoga Weekend, happening Nov. 22–23. Led by Kayla Alfred and hosted by Sun Peaks Yoga, this rejuvenating weekend is designed to prepare your body for those first exhilarating laps on the slopes and keep you balanced all season long.

Weekly

Sundays

Sun Peaks Church will be holding a service every Sunday evening at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join at the Annex.

The Thompson-Nicola Regional Library’s mobile library visits Sun Peaks School every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Whitecroft Village from 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Fridays

AA community addictions meetings run every Friday at Sun Peaks Secondary beside the Health Clinic, starting at 7:30 p.m. 

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