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#WEWANTTHECUP CONTEST & PROMOTION
#WEWANTTHECUP Downtown Kamloops partners with the Kamloops Blazers and Kamloops KIA for fall and winter Memorial Cup promotion Objective: To drive consumer activity into downtown businesses through contesting to win tickets to Kamloops Blazers’ home games as well as passes to the KIA Memorial Cup Tournament. Contest: During the Blazers season September 23, 2022, to March 27, 2023, patrons can enter at participating downtown businesses for a weekly chance to win a pair of home game tickets to cheer on their Kamloops Blazers. At the end of the regular season, one lucky fan will win two Blazer jerseys and two passes for the 2023 Memorial Cup Tournament! Execution: Participating businesses will be identified by a #WEWANTTHECUP poster visible to patrons, a draw box, and #WEWANTTHECUP staff t-shirts. Posters, draw boxes and entry ballots are freely provided by Downtown Kamloops. T-shirts can be ordered and purchased at cost through Downtown Kamloops. Each Tuesday from September 27th to...
The Power of Place
What does it take to transform a space into a place? This is a question that most people have (probably) not considered from day to day – at least not in those terms. Generally, we go to stores, restaurants, parks, events, neighbourhoods, and cities that possess...
A Sliver of Kamloops’ History
St Andrews on the Square Nothing warms our hearts more than seeing the historical monuments and buildings of Kamloops re-purposed to serve the community in new ways. One of Kamloops’ historical icons, St Andrews on the Square, is used for a variety of events,...
Before Brownstone
Architecture is a historical snapshot that is distinct to every neighborhood and tells a story. Stories enshrined in Canadian history are particularly special because the vast geographical, political, and cultural differences across the nation have created unique...
KCBIA Annual General Meeting & Awards Presentation
KCBIA Annual Meeting The Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association (KCBIA) is dedicated to maintaining a vibrant and livable downtown core that is the focal point of Kamloops. We provide value to our members through advocacy, beautification, promotion,...
A Lesson in CAP Team Romantics
CAP Team Romantics I’m sure you have heard people say that ‘love’ is a word that gets used perhaps more than it should. With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, it once again becomes increasingly trendy to point out all of the clichés surrounding the idea of ‘love’...
Date Night in Downtown Kamloops
Downtown Date Night Downtown Kamloops is a charming neighbourhood to explore for a first-date or an anniversary. The illuminated trees, cobblestone streets, and lit-up shop windows set a unique atmosphere on any night of the week. You may think the winter blues or...