Meet The Team:  Olivia Wolfenden

This week, we're excited to introduce Olivia Wolfenden, a Life Skills Worker with the Community Living Program (CLP). Olivia has been part of the ASK Wellness Society team for the past three years, bringing compassion,...

The Confluence Affordable Housing Development Officially Opens in Kamloops

Celebrating Administrative Professionals Day at ASK Wellness Society

Meet The Team: Swagath Swamy

This week, we’re excited to introduce someone who is usually behind the scenes (and the camera) rather than in front of it: Swagath Swamy. Whether it’s keeping internal and external communications running smoothly or supporting...

City Council Approves Extension for Pathways Shelter on Tranquille Road

On April 21st, 2026, Kamloops City Council approved a 20-month extension for Pathways’ Temporary Use Permit. This decision allows the 44-bed shelter to continue operating on the North Shore at a time when shelter space...

Leading with Purpose: Strengthening Our Approach at ASK Wellness Society

Meet The Team: Donna Cromwell

This week, we are excited to introduce you to another incredible team member, Donna Cromwell! Donna has been with ASK's supported recovery programs in Merritt for almost two years, supporting individuals in their early recovery...

ASK Wellness Society Expands Continuum of Care with New Recovery Engagement Program

Meet The Team: Khamil Umar

This week, we’re excited to introduce someone who supports our team behind the scenes, Khamil Umar! As a Human Resources Specialist, Khamil plays a vital role in supporting our people and strengthening the systems that...

The Next Step Forward: Welcoming Residents Back to The Crossroads

Meet The Team: Danita Jones

This week, we shine a spotlight on Danita Jones, a cornerstone of support at ASK Wellness Society. Danita has been a member of our team for almost eight years, working in the Community Living Program...

Lighting the Way Forward: ASK Wellness Society Honours Past and Inspires Future on World AIDS Day

ASK Wellness Society recently observed World AIDS Day (December 1) and Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week (December 1–7) with a successful community gathering and candlelight vigil. This annual event was an opportunity to collectively honour those...

AIDS Walk 2025: Carried by Care, Fuelled by Community

Just days into the first crisp stretch of fall, on Friday, September 26, 2025, staff, community members, and allies gathered in solidarity and purpose to participate in the annual AIDS Walk. Guided by the energy...

Meet The Team: Nandita Adhikary

This week, we’re excited to introduce someone who plays a vital role on the front lines of outreach crisis support, Nandita Adhikary! As the Housing Intake and Front Desk Worker at our Merritt office, Nandita...

Building Momentum: ASK Wellness Society’s Q1 Highlights (April–June 2025)

As we launched into the new fiscal year this spring, ASK Wellness Society hit the ground running. From April to June 2025, our team continued to expand services, strengthen community connections, and advocate for the...

Meet The Team: Jill Yakimchuk

It’s Team Tuesday! We’re excited to introduce someone who helps keep everything running like clockwork—Jill Yakimchuk! As the Executive Assistant at the Stollery Suites Admin Office, Jill plays a key role in maintaining smooth operations...

ASK Wellness Society Purchases Tranquille Road Sites to Help Meet Present and Future Needs

ASK Wellness Society is proud to announce the recent purchase of 174 and 182 Tranquille Road on Kamloops’ North Shore. This acquisition will support both current programming and long-term plans to meet the evolving needs...

Meet The Team: Lana Thorslund

This week, we’re thrilled to introduce you to another incredible member of our team, Lana Thorslund! Lana is part of our Penticton crew and has over 35 years of experience across the healthcare and social...