iN PHOTOS: Downtown Kamloops stores put their pride on display

KAMLOOPS – It's pride week in Kamloops and the businesses downtown have been invited to participate in a window display contest. 

A panel of judges will select first, second and third place winners.

The community will get a chance to pick their favourite through a social media vote, according to the Kamloops Pride official Facebook page.

The judges for the event include Lisa Strachan with Tourism Kamloops, Suraj Shah with TRU World, Kamloops Coun. Kathy Sinclair, and Ali Webster and Carl DeSantis from the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association.

Here are just some of the storefronts that have displayed their support for this year's pride week.

Viva Bridal Boutique at 353 Victoria St. | Photographer: Karen Edwards

The House of Carmond Hair Design at 329 Victoria St. | Photographer: Karen Edwards

The Golden Buddha at 247 Victoria St. | Photographer: Karen Edwards

Jardine’s Domaine at 245 Victoria St. | Photographer: Karen Edwards

The Art We Are Cafe at 246 Victoria St. | Photographer: Karen Edwards

Red Wing shoe store at 241-A Victoria St. | Photographer: Karen Edwards


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Karen Edwards

Originally from southern Ontario, Karen Edwards moved out west after completing her journalism diploma at Durham College. She first began reporting in northern Alberta for a small town newspaper. The busy two-person newsroom taught Karen the importance of accurate and fast reporting. Now working for iNFO News, she is excited to report in a larger community. Karen has written for all kinds of news, including education, crime and mental health. Her background also includes video journalism and documentary production.