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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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Noelle's Latest Articles

Healthcare, infrastructure and growth top Sun Peaks election forum

Five candidates responded to questions about the community’s financial pressures, future of the health centre and plans for continued growth at Oct. 1 all-candidates forum.

Sun Peaks mayor-elect Jason White eyes infrastructure, school and opportunities for youth as priorities

After more than 30 years of living and working in Sun Peaks, local business owner Jason White is preparing to lead the community through its next stage of growth.

Janna Brown honoured as a Sport BC Community Sport Hero

After 8 years volunteering with the Sun Peaks Freestyle Club, Brown is recognized for her dedication to competitive snowboarding and the athletes in the Sun Peaks community.

New sign clarifies camping rules at McGillivray Lake Outpost site

Overnight camping has never been permitted at the site, but the rule had not previously been promoted or enforced.

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.