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Noelle Suzuki

Noelle Suzuki is the community reporter for Sun Peaks Independent News. She grew up in the mountains of Canmore, Alberta. She has a passion for shining a light on underreported stories, particularly to do with marginalized groups and mental health. Noelle is a graduate from Vancouver Island University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Minor in Journalism.

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Sun Peaks adopts new emergency management bylaw

New bylaw formalizes Sun Peaks’ emergency management structure as the municipality works on an updated plan and hazard risk assessment.

Sun Peaks Community Health Association continues work to recruit health-care providers

The Sun Peaks Community Health Association is recruiting multidisciplinary providers and seeking funding, with hopes of reopening within two to three months, president says.

Family of bears enters Umbrella Café causing ‘minimal damage’

A sow and two cubs accessed the cafe, owned by Sun Peaks Resort LLP, through an air intake early this morning.

Rising riders race down Sun Peaks in third annual Junior Downhill competition

Sun Peaks Resort hosted the third annual Junior Downhill Race with a record breaking number of participants.

Bear cubs remain at risk as Sun Peaks Bear Aware pushes for rehabilitation

Sun Peaks Bear Aware is urging caution and vigilance as bears bulk up for winter.

ArtZone Sun Peaks welcomes new president after seven years

Former ArtZone president Marj Kive steps down as KJ Miller takes the reins with plans to expand the organization’s membership, programming and accessibility.

Sun Peaks ‘very much open for business’ amid challenges from the foreign buyer ban

The ban on non-Canadians purchasing property continues to impact Sun Peaks despite sustained advocacy for an exemption by the municipality and Sun Peaks Resort LLP.

Sun Peaks Resort offers beginners a chance to learn the ropes with Never Ever Days

The resort’s beginner-focused lessons introduce newcomers to mountain biking, skiing and snowboarding with help from trained coaches.

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.

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.