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‘The not knowing is the hardest part’: Anxiety grows as Sun Peaks Community Health Centre remains closed

By Aibiike Alymova & Hollie Ferguson ● News ● February 5, 2026

Residents call for more communication on a potential timeline for reopening the Sun Peaks Community Health Centre.

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One injured in head-on collision on Heffley-Louis Creek Road

By Aibiike Alymova ● News ● February 5, 2026

RCMP says that the accident is under investigation.

Rotary Club of Sun Peaks honours Jim Alix with Paul Harris Fellowship

By Aibiike Alymova ● News ● February 5, 2026

Long time local receives one of the highest honours from Rotary Club of Sun Peaks.

Sun Peaks Resort reveals 2026 winter ambassadors

By Aibiike Alymova ● News ● January 29, 2026

Sun Peaks’ Winter Ambassador Program brings together skiers and riders of all ages and disciplines to represent the resort.

Rotary Club of Sun Peaks expands food support initiatives for local workers

By Aibiike Alymova ● News ● January 29, 2026

The Rotary Club is addressing food insecurity among seasonal workers through confidential grocery box support and free community meal initiatives in partnership with local businesses.

Tourism Sun Peaks reflects on 2025 as a year of momentum and growth

By Aibiike Alymova ● News ● January 22, 2026

Tourism Sun Peaks says a “big, messy” year is paying off, with a push to build a year-round destination.

Community, film and connection take centre stage at Sun Peaks Film Festival

By Aibiike Alymova ● News ● January 22, 2026

Sold-out screenings, heartfelt films and dedicated volunteers defined ArtZone’s Sun Peaks Film Festival, where locals came together to celebrate storytelling and community.

Land claims, clarified: What does the Cowichan title case mean for Sun Peaks?

By Macarena Mantilla ● News ● January 22, 2026

As misconceptions spread about Indigenous land claims and private property, lawyers unpack the history, legal realities and local implications.

The Friday Race Series returns Feb. 6

By Louise Hudson ● News ● January 15, 2026

The long-awaited return of the recreational Friday Race Series, cancelled since 2020, will delight downhillers of all ages, restoring an important social and cultural tradition to Sun Peaks Resort.

My not so secret Sun Peaks

By Louise Hudson ● Arts & Entertainment ● January 15, 2026

How the Netflix original movie My Secret Santa is driving film tourism and global awareness for the resort.