Louise Wallace Richmond

The Ice Harvest
Maurice Cullen
1913

These #SalmonArm views never get old Thurs Feb 12/26
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These #SalmonArm views never get old Thurs Feb 12/26
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Nation’s Mayors Express Strong Support for Congressional Resolutions to End Emergency Declarations Used to Justify Tariffs on Mexico and Canada In new letter to House Foreign Affairs Committee Ranking Member Gregory Meeks, Mayors urge House to act quickly  WASHINGTON, D.C. –  Today, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) expressed strong suppor...

Over the past year, Canadian municipal leaders have been working with @usmayors.org to strengthen cross‑border collaboration and help communities on both sides of the border navigate the impacts of this trade challenge.

City of Salmon Arm On behalf of Council and staff, the City of Salmon Arm extends heartfelt condolences to the District of Tumbler Ridge following the tragic events that occurred yesterday within the community and at...

The City of Salmon Arm extends heartfelt condolences to the Tumbler Ridge community following yesterday’s tragic events.

Read our full statement: www.facebook.com/CityOfSalmon...

Endless
Mike Gough
c. 2020

The Goal
Bill Brownridge
2013

We can’t afford to delay climate adaptation.

@climateinstitute.bsky.social's new report shows that the most cost-effective path forward is to invest in resilient infrastructure now.

Learn more ⬇️

'Deeply disappointed": Princeton mayor weighs in on part of KVR Trail permanent closure - Princeton News A section of the KVR Trail near Princeton will be permanently decommissioned this spring. 

'Deeply disappointed": Princeton mayor weighs in on part of KVR Trail permanent closure #PrincetonBC

Always a pleasure to welcome François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, to the Big City Mayors’ Caucus table.

Salmon Arm's Madeline Wilkie to represent Canada at Junior World Cross Country Ski Championships in Norway - Salmon Arm News Salmon Arm’s own Madeleine Wilkie has been selected to represent Team Canada at the Junior World Cross Country Ski Championships.

Salmon Arm's Madeline Wilkie to represent Canada at Junior World Cross Country Ski Championships in Norway #SalmonArm

Peachland is named Canada's Kindest Community, wins $100K - Peachland News That means the Central Okanagan Foundation is being awarded $100,000 by Coca-Cola and Coke Canada Bottling, via Community Foundations of Canada, to support Peachland needs.

Peachland is named Canada's Kindest Community, wins $100K #Peachland

Interior Health agrees to support Salmon Arm mayor's push for speed reduction on Highway 97B - Salmon Arm News Mayor Alan Harrison says he would appreciate the support of Interior Health while pushing the Ministry of Transportation and Transit for a speed reduction on Highway 97B in Salmon Arm.

Interior Health agrees to support Salmon Arm mayor's push for speed reduction on Highway 97B #SalmonArm

🖥️🇨🇦 ️ | Is your local government introducing procurement policies to support Canadian suppliers? Don’t miss this webinar on Feb 11 where we’ll assess how best to move forward with a Buy Canadian approach.

Save your spot: https://bit.ly/3NtxLvd

New Ottawa to Kelowna flights soon available - Kelowna News The new service will be served by Porter’s 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, complementing their existing flights to Toronto.   The two-by-two configuration means no middle seats on any Porter flight

New Ottawa to Kelowna flights soon available #Kelowna

YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)

I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.

Stay free

There is no worse enemy than a friend betrayed, except in a snow storm. It's what we do. #ProudtobeCanadian

Small farming towns should be supported like resort municipalities - Opinion Every year the provincial government provides $13 million in dedicated funding to help 14 small resort municipalities pay for infrastructure and amenities crucial to the tourism sector.

Small farming towns should be supported like resort municipalities (Opinion)

For National Flag Day this year, nominate someone exceptional who embodies the values of our flag, for the Community Flag Bearers contest: www.canada.ca/en/canadian-...

More than water: Calgary infrastructure woes putting pressure on city hall | CBC News As two catastrophic Bearspaw water main breaks put more pressure on updating Calgary's water system, some city hall watchers are raising alarm over other municipal responsibilities that are aging and ...

“Municipalities own about 60 per cent of the country's infrastructure, but their revenue is mostly constrained to collecting property taxes, which @rebeccaleebligh.bsky.social said is archaic.”

🗞️ www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Canada sent so many dedicated young people into the hellfire of Kandahar to help the United States.
Now they ridicule us.
JD Vance says he is tired of our "sob stories".
Trump says they never needed us.
Never again, America, Never again.

Kelowna International Airport generated $2.08 billion in economic output in 2024 - Kelowna News As Kelowna International Airport continues to grow and expand, so too does its impact on the regional economy.

Kelowna International Airport generated $2.08 billion in economic output in 2024 #Kelowna

City of Salmon Arm to pay $153K for lights at new turf field, Shuswap Youth Soccer Association to pitch in - Salmon Arm News Salmon Arm’s soccer players will be able to enjoy night games following city council approval of a plan to install lighting on the new synthetic turf field at Blackburn Park.

City of Salmon Arm to pay $153K for lights at new turf field, Shuswap Youth Soccer Association to pitch in #SalmonArm

Shuswap Search and Rescue hosting Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour in Salmon Arm - Salmon Arm News Residents looking to embrace the spirit of adventure can rejoice as some of the best of the Banff Mountain Film Festival comes to Salmon Arm.

Shuswap Search and Rescue hosting Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour in Salmon Arm #SalmonArm

The Big Leplowski is ready to tackle snow clearing duties around Salmon Arm Salmon Arm residents should keep their eyes peeled during the next snowfall as The Big Leplowski is ready to roll.

#SalmonArm - The Big Leplowski is ready to tackle snow clearing duties around Salmon Arm www.castanet.net/news/Salmon-...

Local jazz trumpet player to host Chet Baker tribute at Salmon Arm Jazz Club - Salmon Arm News Well known local jazz trumpeter Liam Nadurak will return to the Nexus at First Community for a special performance showcasing the work of Chet Baker on Thursday, Jan. 29.

Local jazz trumpet player to host Chet Baker tribute at Salmon Arm Jazz Club #SalmonArm

Oliver councillor Aimee Grice announces plan to run for mayor - Oliver/Osoyoos News Oliver councillor Aimee Grice has announced she'll be running for mayor in October.

Oliver councillor Aimee Grice announces plan to run for mayor #OliverBC

Musical tribute to late Peachland councillor Keith ‘Papa’ Thom set for January 24 - Peachland News Music will highlight a celebration of life for late Peachland councillor and singer Keith 'Papa' Thom on Jan. 24, 2026.

Musical tribute to late Peachland councillor Keith ‘Papa’ Thom set for January 24 #Peachland

Today, FCM and the Government of Canada are proud to announce a $7.1 million investment through @greenmunicipalfund.bsky.social's Local Leadership for Climate Adaptation (LLCA) to help 80 communities nationally strengthen their readiness and resilience to climate change. 💚
#actionClimatique #munican

A financial tidal wave is heading toward Ottawa | Opinion Over the 2025 holidays, staff responded to over 32 requests for water main leaks and breaks, writes College Ward councillor Laine Johnson.

“The longer we delay, the more costly the replacement — and the more catastrophic the failures.” Coun. @lainejohnson.bsky.social

🗞️ ottawacitizen.com/opinion/fina...