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With donations down, Kamloops Food Bank looks to reinvigorate Food Drives
KAMLOOPS - It was a busy scene on Wilson Street Saturday, as hundreds of Rotarians gathered at the Food Bank for the 23rd Rotary Food Drive. Volunteers took the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful weat...
Sep 23, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today
Importance of organ donations stressed ahead of 2019 Kidney Walk
KAMLOOPS - This Sunday marks the annual Kidney Walk in Kamloops. The event is an opportunity to raise awareness for kidney disease while raising money for the Kidney Foundation of Canada. There is no ...
Sep 19, 2019 File Photo (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
CHARBONNEAU: A brief reprieve from smoke-filled summers
I GAVE A SIGH OF RELIEF when this summer ended with no significant wildfires. The past two summers have been filled with eye-watering, throat-choking smoke so thick you couldn't see across the street....
Sep 19, 2019
Terry Fox continues to inspire as organizers prepare for annual fundraiser
KAMLOOPS - The Terry Fox Run takes place this weekend in Kamloops, and organizers are hoping for a large turnout. Every year communities across Canada remember Terry Fox by hosting this fundraiser for...
Sep 13, 2019 File Photo (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Kamloops edition of Parkinson SuperWalk raises over $25,000
KAMLOOPS - On Saturday, around 200 people turned out to Riverside Park in support of Parkinson's Disease for the annual Parkinson SuperWalk.The walk takes place in more than 20 communities across the ...
Sep 09, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today
Health Canada eyes private-sector cash to fund opioids solution
OTTAWA - Health Canada is hoping to use private-sector dollars to fight opioid addiction because "conventional efforts are not enough" to address the national health crisis, newly ...
Sep 06, 2019 (File Photo/The Canadian Press)
Parkinson's diagnosis changes lifestyle and goals for Kamloops couple
KAMLOOPS - After 60 years of marriage, Gordon and Rhona Armes have weathered many of life's ups and downs. Most recently, Parkinson's disease. "Rhona was diagnosed with Parkinson's about five years ag...
Sep 05, 2019 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Kamloops RCMP urging caution on the roads with school back in session
KAMLOOPS - With all those kids heading back to class this week, it's important to remember to slow down around schools across the city.Kamloops RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Jodi Shelkie is reminding drivers...
Sep 03, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today
Advocacy group calling on BC Government to support creation of safe drug supply
VANCOUVER - A group whose members have experienced illicit drug use is urging the BC government to support the creation of a safe drug supply - the aim being to prevent deaths from drugs spiked with l...
Sep 01, 2019 (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Kraft Heinz brand baby food recalled due to possibility of insects
OTTAWA - The federal food safety watchdog says it is recalling a certain brand of baby food due to the possibility of insects being in the product.The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says it is recall...
Aug 17, 2019 Image Credit: Canadian Food Inspection Agency
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