Image Credit: FACEBOOK / BC Wildlife Park December 24, 2020 - 6:30 AM Kamloops s B.C. Wildlife Park is hosting a fundraiser auction with items individually crafted by their resident bears. The nature inspired, decorative wall hooks are made from the wood found in the Kermode, grizzly and black bears s enclosures. The bears will use their claws and teeth to tear apart logs and tree stumps in search of insects and other food items, leaving behind some interestingly shaped pieces. Those pieces were collected and fashioned by zookeeper Dannielle into rustic wall decor. The sealed auction will run for the duration of the winter break, and a winner will be contacted, Jan. 4. All proceeds from the auction will go towards new rehabilitation pens for the Fawcett Family Wildlife Health Centre.
Image Credit: FACEBOOK/ The Salty Fig December 23, 2020 - 11:00 AM Kamloops will soon be getting its very first boutique charcuterie and cheese shop, right downtown on Victoria Street.
The Cure Culinary Provisions will provide locals will all Canadian fine cheeses and meats, along with delicacies like preserves, antipastos, and spices. “It specializes in locally made and Canadian sourced cheese,” owner Nicole Mackie said. A large part of that focus is educating people on where their food comes from and the people that are making it.” Mackie also owns Salty Fig Catering Co., and decided to expand and take advantage of a niche market in Kamloops.
Oak + Cru The Oak + Cru and the Delta Grand is offering a special menu for dine-in lunch or dinner. The meal includes ham, beef ribs, lamb, or marinated tomatoes. Call ahead to make a reservation for Christmas Day. You can also order a Festive Holiday Meal Kit, just make sure you call 48 hours ahead. Your meal kit comes with stuffed chicken or ribs, potato gratin, roast carrots and squash, salad and dessert.
Eldorado Resort The Lakeside Restaurant at Eldorado Resort will prepare a three-course Christmas dinner that includes slow-roasted turkey. Call ahead to book your table.
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The film also features a strong Canadian cast, including Brendan Fletcher ( Braven ), Ryan Robbins (“Sanctuary”), Chad Rook (“Siren”), Leanne Lapp ( iZombie ), Destiny Millns ( BH90210 ) and more. Production for Dangerous was made possible through the Creative Saskatchewan Feature Film Production Grant Program and the Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit. “Without this Federal Government emergency fund the production would not have moved forward, Producer Kevin Dewalt said in a release. Although we did not access any production financing directly, the program was a backstop like an insurance policy, in case the film was delayed or shut down due to the pandemic.
December 21, 2020 - 5:06 PM The COVID-19 pandemic hasn t curbed the need for enforcement when it comes to impaired driving, according to Kamloops RCMP. Police want to remind motorists to drive safely as they have been surprised by the number of impaired drivers on the road despite nightclubs and pubs closing earlier, according to an RCMP media release. RCMP have taken 31 drivers off the road for being impaired by alcohol or drugs since Dec. 1 in Kamloops. Of the 31 apprehended, 15 received a 90-day Immediate Roadside Prohibition as well as having their vehicle impounded for 30 days. RCMP said officers will continue enforcement, intercepting impaired drivers throughout the holidays.