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The third annual Junior Downhill Race returns to Sun Peaks
Young mountain bikers ages eight to 16 will take to Stella Blue Aug. 28 and 29 for the Sun Peaks Junior Downhill, a two-day event designed to build skills, confidence and experience ahead of higher-level competition.
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Peaks Pedal Fest is back with a weekend of biking events
Sun Peaks Resort is hosting seven events for Peaks Pedal Fest weekend from Aug. 18 to Aug. 30, featuring haircuts, races and derbies.
ArtZone’s Local Filmmakers Contest opens for submissions
Beginning Sept. 1 local creatives can submit films for two categories ahead of the annual winter contest.
There is a full area closure of IR 2-5, including an area of Heffley Lake
There has been a full area closure of IR 2-5 with restricted access within IR 1.
A guide to helping wildfire evacuees
The most effective way to support wildfire evacuees is through financial donations to trusted organizations, the province says.
Off-road vehicles prohibited from Crown lands due to wildfire conditions
Provincial off-road vehicle clubs ask members to cancel plans and stay home as Crown land prohibition goes into effect.
Tourism Sun Peaks postpones the 2026 Heartland Country Festival, eyes fall for new dates
While the new dates have yet to be released, tickets for this year’s Heartland Country Festival in Sun Peaks will be transferred or refunded.
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