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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

Frank Gish and Bradley Munro celebrated with Sun Peaks Mountain Man Award

The Mountain Man Award is presented for exceptional dedication to the community through countless hours of volunteering.

‘A gathering place’: Vertical Cafe reopens to the community

Vertical Cafe has a new structure and ambience after a 32-day renovation closure

‘The stoke is really high’: Sun Peaks Bike Park opens for the season

Sun Peaks Resort has opened the bike park and hiking chairs with folks eager to get out, ride and hike this summer season.

Sun Peaks gears up for busy summer of mountain biking events

The Canadian Cup, Junior Downhill and Enduro races are expected to bring hundreds of athletes and visitors to the resort through the summer season.

Keenan Kovacs returns to Sun Peaks as the new bike park manager after a decade away

Bringing new lessons and expertise, Keenan Kovacs takes on the Sun Peaks Bike Park.

Meet the bike park’s 2026 squad

With new and returning athletes, the squad will represent Sun Peaks on the trails and through visual media.

Sun Peaks Skate Park Foundation hosts Go Skate Day fundraiser for new park

The community fundraiser will take place June 21 with skating, DJ sets and activities aimed at boosting awareness and funding for a permanent skate park in Sun Peaks.

Volunteers needed for Top of the World Ultra as Run Like a Girl returns to Sun Peaks

Run Like a Girl is seeking community volunteers for the June 27 Top of the World Ultra in Sun Peaks, where up to 400 runners will tackle tough courses while raising funds for the Sun Peaks Mountain Rescue Society.

Summer preview: Walking through the Sun Peaks summer lineup

Tourism Sun Peaks is preparing for a busy summer filled with activities from outdoor concerts to mountain biking races and wellness weekends

Athletes from Sun Peaks Freestyle Club shine in Junior Nationals

Quinn Basko, Soneva Lott and Logan Bown represented the Sun Peaks Freestyle Club in Panorama and Quebec earning podium finishes in national level competitions.