Flag-Lowering Notifications
Dec. 6, 2024
To mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, in memory of all those who have died as a result of gender-based violence, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, Dec. 6.
Nov. 12 – Dec. 15, 2024
To honour the memory of former British Columbia Premier John Joseph Horgan, who passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 12, campus flags will be flown at half-mast until sunset on Sunday, Dec. 15, the day of the provincial state memorial service. Mr. Horgan served as British Columbia’s 36th premier from July 2017 to November 2022 and as ambassador of Canada to Germany since December 2023. He was the MLA for the constituency of Langford-Juan de Fuca and its predecessors from 2005 to 2023.
Nov. 11, 2024
Remembrance Day is a day for all Canadians to remember the men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. To mark Remembrance Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Nov. 11.
Nov. 8, 2024
To mark National Indigenous Veterans Day, campus flags will be lowered from sunrise on Friday, Nov. 8 to sunrise on Saturday, Nov. 9. This memorial day is observed in honour of First Nations, Inuit and Métis contributions to military service. As National Aboriginal Veterans Day, it was first commemorated in 1994.
Sept. 30, 2024
To mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Sept. 30. This day is an opportunity for Canadians to commemorate the history and ongoing trauma caused by residential schools and to honour those who were lost and the Survivors, families and communities who continue to grieve.
Sept. 29, 2024
To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on the last Sunday in September. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to formally express appreciation for the dedication of police and peace officers who make the ultimate, tragic sacrifice to keep our communities safe.
Sept. 13, 2024
Andrew Fergus joined the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics in 2007. The founding chair of the Human Enterprise and Innovation department and an exemplary leader, he received TRU's Chair Leadership Award in 2020. He also served as MBA program coordinator and chaired the Research Ethics Board. Andrew's research focused on organizational dynamics and sustainable development, and he was excited to collaborate on a new project on slavery. Known for his innovative teaching approaches, he will be remembered by students and colleagues for playing with Lego at work — as a certified Lego Serious Play facilitator. Wise, fun, kind and brave, Andrew believed in the magic of life. Campus flags will fly at half-mast in his memory on Friday, Sept. 13.
Sept. 8, 2024
Campus flags in Kamloops and Williams Lake will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Sept. 8 to mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, which gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember firefighters who have lost their lives while on the job.
June 23, 2024
To mark the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on June 23. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember victims of terrorism around the world.
June 21, 2024
To mark National Indigenous People's Day, on Friday, June 21 the Secwépemc Nation flag (eagle staff recognizing all 17 Secwépemc bands with 17 feathers) will be flown outside the Campus Activity Centre, and the Canadian and Provincial flags on the Campus Green will be exchanged for the Inuit and Métis flags. The Tk’emlúps flag can be seen on the corner of McGill and Summit as usual.
April 28, 2024
Braeden Mahar was a student within TRU’s Nursing department. He is deeply missed by his close-knit cohort, and the faculty and staff across campus whose lives he personally touched. Braeden volunteered for Sammy’s Forgotten Felines, a cat rescue in Kamloops. Family, friends or students who wish to honour Braeden are welcome to donate to Sammy’s, and view the flags on campus which will be lowered to half-mast in Braeden’s memory on Sunday, April 28.
April 28, 2024
To mark the Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day), campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on April 28. This annual national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity to remember workers killed, disabled or injured in the workplace, and workers afflicted with industrial disease.
April 27, 2024
Kim Moshenko joined the University and Employment Preparation department at TRU in 1995. For Kim, teaching math was not just a vocation — it was a calling. Her UPrep students thought of her as knowledgeable, compassionate and fair. She will be deeply missed by her colleagues in the Faculty of Education and Social Work, and remembered for her kindness, her commitment to helping students, and her willingness to support others and share her time and experience with anyone who needed it. Her contributions to the TRU community carry on through the lives of the people she has touched. Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast on Saturday, April 27 in her memory.
March 25, 2024
James McMechan was a Bachelor of Social Work student within the Faculty of Education and Social Work. Students, faculty and staff who knew James describe him as a considerate and caring person who was truly dedicated to helping the world around him. After a years-long battle with cancer, James died on Oct. 2, 2023. Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast in his memory on Monday, March 25, on what would have been his 48th birthday.
Feb. 29 to March 23, 2024
To honour the memory of the Right Honourable Martin Brian Mulroney, PC, CC, GOQ, former prime minister of Canada, who passed away on Thursday, Feb. 29, campus flags will be flown at half-mast until sunset on the day of the funeral service, March 23, 2024.
Jan. 15 – 17, 2024, and Jan. 28, 2024
To honour the memory of the Honourable Ed Broadbent, P.C., C.C., campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset from Monday, Jan. 15 to sunset on Wednesday, Jan. 17 and well as on Saturday, Jan. 28, the day of the memorial service.
Dec. 9, 2023
Owyn McInnis was a psychology major in the Bachelor of Arts program in the Faculty of Arts. An athlete, he was a proud member of the WolfPack family and represented TRU on the men’s volleyball team. Owyn will be remembered and greatly missed by family, friends, teammates and faculty as a young man who brightened the day of anyone lucky enough to talk with him. His legacy will live on through the Owyn McInnis Memorial Men's Volleyball Athletic Award (tru.ca/owyn). Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast in his memory on Saturday, Dec. 9, the day of his memorial service.
Dec. 6, 2023
To mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, in memory of all those who have died as a result of gender-based violence, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, Dec. 6.
Nov. 27, 2023
Nick Pawliuk began teaching literature at TRU in 1997. Known for his wickedly ironic perspective on life, Nick was a beloved instructor who engaged students in bygone centuries by finding the humour in the human condition. His students say his humility, enthusiasm and ability to translate complex theories into relatable concepts fuelled their decisions to pursue a degree in literature. Generous with his time and insight, and supportive of his colleagues, he encouraged all to take time for self-care. After 26 years of impassioned teaching, Nick will be remembered by countless students, alumni and colleagues past and present. Campus flags will be lowered from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Nov. 27 in Nick's memory.
Nov. 11, 2023
Remembrance Day is a day for all Canadians to remember the men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. To mark Remembrance Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, Nov. 11.
Nov. 8, 2023
To mark National Indigenous Veterans Day, campus flags will be lowered from sunrise on Wednesday, Nov. 8 to sunrise on Thursday, Nov. 9. This memorial day is observed in honour of First Nations, Inuit and Métis contributions to military service. As National Aboriginal Veterans Day, it was first commemorated in 1994.
Sept. 30, 2023
To mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, Sept. 30. This day is an opportunity for Canadians to commemorate the history and ongoing trauma caused by residential schools and to honour those who were lost and the Survivors, families and communities who continue to grieve.
Sept. 24, 2023
To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Sept. 24. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to formally express appreciation for the dedication of police and peace officers who make the ultimate, tragic sacrifice to keep our communities safe.
Sept. 10, 2023
Campus flags in Kamloops and Williams Lake will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Sept. 10 to mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, which gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember firefighters who have lost their lives while on the job.
June 23, 2023
To mark the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on June 23. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember victims of terrorism around the world.
June 21, 2023
To mark National Indigenous People's Day, the Secwépemc Nation flag (eagle staff recognizing all 17 Secwépemc bands with 17 feathers) will be flown outside the Campus Activity Centre, and the Canadian and Provincial flags on the Campus Green will be exchanged for the Inuit and Métis flags. The Tk’emlúps flag can be seen on the corner of McGill and Summit as usual.
April 28, 2023
To mark the Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day), campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Apr. 28. This annual national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity to remember workers killed, disabled or injured in the workplace, and workers afflicted with industrial disease.
Dec. 6, 2022
To mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, in memory of all those who have died as a result of gender-based violence, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, Dec. 6.
Nov. 11, 2022
Remembrance Day is a day for all Canadians to remember the men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. To mark Remembrance Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, Nov. 11.
Nov. 8, 2022
To mark National Indigenous Veterans Day, campus flags will be lowered from sunrise on Tuesday, Nov. 8 to sunrise on Wednesday, Nov. 9. This memorial day is observed in honour of First Nations, Inuit and Métis contributions to military service. As National Aboriginal Veterans Day, it was first commemorated in 1994.
Oct. 29, 2022
Samuel Ayomide Olaleka was a student in the Master of Business Administration program in the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics. He came to TRU in March of 2021 from his home in Egbe, Nigeria. Fondly called AY by friends and classmates, he was known as caring, loving and humble. Outside of class, he worked in a support home and loved playing soccer and basketball or hanging with friends. He made those around him better by how he lived his life. Campus flags will be lowered from sunrise to sunset in his memory on Saturday, Oct. 29.
Sept. 30, 2022
To mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Friday, Sept. 30. This day is an opportunity for Canadians to commemorate the history and ongoing trauma caused by residential schools and to honour those who were lost and the Survivors, families and communities who continue to grieve.
Sept. 25, 2022
To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Sept. 25. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to formally express appreciation for the dedication of police and peace officers who make the ultimate, tragic sacrifice to keep our communities safe.
Sept. 11, 2022
Campus flags in Kamloops and Williams Lake will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Sept. 11 to mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, which gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember firefighters who have lost their lives while on the job.
Sept. 8 – 19, 2022
To honour the memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset starting on Thursday, Sept. 8 until sunset on Monday, Sept. 19, the day of the memorial service.
Aug. 22 – 28, 2022
In support of Kamloops Pride Week, the pride flag will be flown outside the Campus Activity Centre on the Kamloops campus (in place of the TRU shield) from Monday, Aug. 22 to Sunday, Aug. 28.
June 23, 2022
To mark the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on June 23. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember victims of terrorism around the world.
June 21, 2022
To mark National Indigenous People's Day, the Secwépemc Nation flag (eagle staff recognizing all 17 Secwépemc bands with 17 feathers or 32 Original Secwépemc bands) will be flown outside the Campus Activity Centre, and the Canadian and Provincial flags on the Campus Green have been exchanged for the Inuit and Métis flags. This is a special request as we cannot accommodate more than one flag on the CAC flag pole. The Tk’emlúps flag can be seen on the corner of McGill and Summit as usual.
April 28, 2022
To mark the Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day), campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Apr. 28. This annual national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity to remember workers killed, disabled or injured in the workplace, and workers afflicted with industrial disease.
Jan. 26, 2022
Standing in support with Williams Lake First Nation (T’exelc), flags are lowered to half-mast on TRU campuses on Wednesday, Jan. 26, and the flag situated on the Campus Commons on the Kamloops campus has been replaced with the orange Every Child Matters flag, until further notice.
Dec. 15, 2021
Nikhil Tiwari was a student in the Post-Baccalaureate in Supply Chain Management Diploma program in the School of Business and Economics. He came to TRU in 2019 from Mumbai, India with the dream of completing higher education in Canada. An excellent student, his goal was to open his own business. Outside classes, Nikhil worked alongside many of his friends for a food delivery company. Known for his courage and brave spirit, he kicked off the fall 2021 semester by sky-diving in Whistler, BC. Campus flags will be lowered from sunrise to sunset in his memory on Wednesday, Dec. 15.
Dec. 6, 2021
To mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, in memory of all those who have died as a result of gender-based violence, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Dec. 6.
Nov. 22, 2021
Josef Buffalo was a student enrolled in the School of Trades and Technology's Trades Sampler program—an introduction to carpentry, plumbing and electrical trades—offered in collaboration with Neskonlith Indian Band. Josef enjoyed strong connections with his classmates and will be missed by family and friends both in the local area and in Alberta. Campus flags will be lowered from sunrise to sunset in his memory on Monday, Nov. 22.
Nov. 11, 2021
Remembrance Day is a day for all Canadians to remember the men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. To mark Remembrance Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021.
Nov. 8, 2021
To mark National Indigenous Veterans Day, campus flags will be lowered from sunrise on Monday, Nov. 8 to sunrise on Tuesday, Nov. 9. This memorial day is observed in honour of First Nations, Inuit and Métis contributions to military service. As National Aboriginal Veterans Day, it was first commemorated in 1994.
Oct. 25, 2021
Lloyd Bennett began teaching as a full-time instructor in 1979, and since then has taught art history and studio-based courses as a valued member and past chair of Visual and Performing Arts. Known for his profound commitment to both students and faculty, Lloyd served on Senate and held numerous positions in the TRU Faculty Association for over 13 years, where he devoted himself to listening and responding supportively to all his colleagues’ needs. After more than 40 years of teaching and service, he will be remembered by countless TRU colleagues and alumni. Campus flags will be lowered from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Oct. 25 in Lloyd’s memory.
Sept. 30, 2021
To mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Thursday, Sept. 30. This day is an opportunity for Canadians to commemorate the history and ongoing trauma caused by residential schools and to honour those who were lost and the Survivors, families and communities who continue to grieve.
Sept. 26, 2021
To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Sept. 26. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to formally express appreciation for the dedication of police and peace officers who make the ultimate, tragic sacrifice to keep our communities safe.
Sept. 17, 2021
Anuradha (Anu) Kudagoda was a Post-Baccalaureate in Entrepreneurship student in the School of Business and Economics. From Sri Lanka, Anu loved studying in Canada and learning about the culture. He excelled in his program, making the Dean’s List in 2019 and 2020. Known for his love of art, photography, dancing and poetry, he explored his interests by participating in many clubs and societies both on and off campus. Anu had many friends at TRU and a very special relationship with one of the campus Elders, whom he considered his Canadian “Ma”. Campus flags will be lowered from sunrise to sunset in his memory on Friday, Sept. 17.
Sept. 13, 2021
Aaron Manson was in his fourth year of a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and took great pride in being a TRU student. He loved to interact with faculty and admired their care and understanding, and the way they challenged him both personally and academically. Aaron himself cared deeply, made everyone he met feel appreciated and accepted, and attracted an amazing community of close friends. He spoke up strongly against injustice to both people and animals, and courageously battled mental health and substance use challenges. Campus flags will be lowered from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Sept. 13 in his memory.
Sept. 12, 2021
Campus flags in Kamloops and Williams Lake will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Sept. 12 to mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, which gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember firefighters who have lost their lives while on the job.
June 23, 2021
To mark the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on June 23. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember victims of terrorism around the world.
May 28 – June 6, 2021
TRU’s campus flags are at half-mast and will remain this way for a total of 215 hours, in remembrance of the 215 children whose lives were lost at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School. The lowering of the flags shows TRU’s support for Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc and this region's first peoples. Flags will remain lowered until Sunday, June 6.
May 11, 2021
Yuwei Gong was an international student at TRU, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree. He came to Kamloops from Wuhan, China four years ago at the age of 18, and dedicated himself to his studies, excelling in class. Both confident and courteous, he treated people with sincerity, and was always the one taking care of his friends. Yuwei will be forever missed by his loving family and many good friends in Canada and China. The campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset in his memory on May 11.
April 28, 2021
To mark the Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day), campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Apr. 28. This annual national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity to remember workers killed, disabled or injured in the workplace, and workers afflicted with industrial disease.
April 14, 2021
To acknowledge the five-year anniversary of the Opioid Overdose Crisis in BC being declared a public health emergency, and in memory of all the British Columbians whose lives have been lost due to this crisis, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on April 14.
April 9–17, 2021
To honour the memory of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise on April 9 until sunset on April 17, the day of the funeral and memorial service.
March 20, 2021
Leslie “Bucky” John shared his wealth of knowledge as a St̓át̓imcets language instructor in the Faculty of Education and Social Work's First Nations Language Teacher education program. He was committed to the St̓át̓imc language and culture, focused first on learners and serving others as an educator. He developed an extraordinary online class, hosting from the small towns where his students lived, bringing respect to the virtual space. Faculty and staff were honoured to work with him and will treasure their conversations with him. Campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Monday, March 29 in his memory.
March 11, 2021
To acknowledge the one-year anniversary of the World Health Organization declaring COVID-19 a pandemic, and in memory of all the British Columbians whose lives have been lost due to COVID-19, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on March 11.
March 1, 2021
Jennifer Brown was completing a Bachelor of Arts on campus and through Open Learning. She loved her studies and was eager to complete her degree in psychology. From Ontario, she was drawn to BC by the mountains and ocean. Her family is very proud of her commitment and how she pushed herself to achieve her goals, and will remember Jennifer as their hero. The campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Monday, March 1 in her memory.
Feb. 13, 2021
Susie Russo served Open Learning students as an awards advisor. Caring, compassionate and service-oriented, she also had an eye for detail and policy that was critical to the financial aspects of her position. She was often the social convenor for Financial Aid and Awards, and helped build the team's camaraderie. Beyond her work, Susie was an avid fundraiser, which occasionally resulted in a room full of daffodils for campus distribution. Her friends and colleagues will ever miss her sunny disposition, optimistic smile and easy-going, gentle demeanour. The campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, Feb. 13 in her memory.
Dec. 6, 2020
Canada's Parliament declared Dec. 6 the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, following the murders of 14 women at l'École Polytechnique de Montréal in 1989. In memory of all those who have died as a result of gender-based violence, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Dec. 6.
Nov. 11, 2020
Remembrance Day is a day for all Canadians to remember the men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. To mark Remembrance Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020.
Sept. 27, 2020
To recognize Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Sept. 27. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to formally express appreciation for the dedication of police and peace officers who make the ultimate, tragic sacrifice to keep our communities safe.
Sept. 22–27, 2020
To honour the memory of the late Right Honourable John Napier Wyndham Turner, former Prime Minister of Canada, who passed away on Sept. 19, 2020, flags in front of the Legislature in Victoria and on all BC government buildings and establishments will be flown at half-mast from Sept. 22 until sunset on Sept. 27, and again from sunrise to sunset on Oct. 6, the day of the state funeral.
Sept. 13, 2020
Campus flags in Kamloops and Williams Lake will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, Sept. 13 to mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, which gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember firefighters who have lost their lives while on the job.
June 23, 2020
To mark the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on June 23. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember victims of terrorism around the world.
April 28, 2020
Campus flags will be flown at half-mast from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, April 28 to mark the Day of Mourning for Persons Killed or Injured in the Workplace (Workers' Mourning Day). This annual national memorial gives Canadians an opportunity to remember workers killed, disabled or injured in the workplace, and workers afflicted with industrial disease.
