Kamloops and Area
What's in a name?
The name "Kamloops" means "meeting of the waters" because it is where the North and the South Thompson Rivers come together. Now, it can be where you come together with us for your future success.
A city of about 90,000, Kamloops is conveniently located at the junction of three major highways and an airport, and is just hours away from major hubs in BC, Alberta and the United States (and maybe even the place you call home). To learn a few more things you may find interesting about Kamloops, watch the video further down the page.
Warm and dry
Kamloops has the third lowest annual rainfall in all of Canada and over 2,000 hours of sunshine.
Affordable living
On average, Kamloops has a much lower cost of living when compared to larger cities.
Skiing, lakes and hikes
Sun Peaks and Harper Mountain ski resorts are both less than an hour’s drive from campus and offer world-class skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. In spring, hike along trails in the nearby hills and visit Shuswap Lake — a summer paradise for getting outdoors.
A diverse community
The Kamloops region is enriched by the culture and traditions of more than 15 First Nations including the Secwepemc, on whose territory TRU is established. Ethnic communities from virtually every continent have also settled in Kamloops, and enrich the city with their traditions and cuisine.
More information
Explore the links below to get more information about the city of Kamloops and it's many amenities, facilities, and options.
