REPORT BY TK̓WENEM7ÍPLE7 VICKI
TteS working in collaboration with our local RCMP have signed a letter of expectations identifying five priority areas which include:
- Mental Health and Substance Use
- Youth
- Elders
- Community Relations and Visibility
- Traffic & Bylaw Enforcement/Education.
Each one of the 5 priority areas further identify areas of focus. Some examples are:
- Supporting the establishment of a TteS Crisis Response Team
- Encourage youth to participate in the Kamloops City RCMP Youth Academy
- Provide workshops/education for Elders regarding crime prevention and safety initiatives
- Host a bi-annual “meet and greet” with police and TteS Membership
- Work with TteS on bylaw enforcement initiatives
TteS would like to acknowledge CPL Darwin Robbins for his ongoing leadership and support in working with myself, Tk̓wenem7íple7 Vicki Manuel in assessing the past LOE, making recommendations to the various focus areas and getting the document to the finish line. In addition, I would like to thank Supt Jeff Pelley, Sgt Del Bryron and Sgt Darren Durnin for their participation and input.
Most importantly, I would like to thank membership, Kúkwpi7, Tkwenk̓wenem7íple7, managers and staff for their input into this important document. This document was built on stats, community input and a lot of discussions.
Council looks forward to setting the date for the first Meet and greet between TteS membership and our RCMP in early Spring 2026 to share a meal, share some stories and just get to know who is supporting our community in safety.
In the Spirit of fostering positive working relationships, collaboration and community safety.
COUNCILLOR VICKI MANUEL
Primary Portfolios:
Community Service and Membership
Secondary Portfolio:
Education and Four Pillars
Vicki W. Manuel, from Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc, is a mother of 3 adult daughters, grandmother to Aveah and living with her partner Peter in beautiful Tk̓emlúps. Previously Vicki managed Le Estcwicwéy̓ (the Missing – 215+) and was a project developer and planner for the First Nation Health Authority (FNHA). From 2003 to 2009, Vicki served two terms on Tk̓emlúps Chief and Council. Vicki also had her own consulting business and has supported Indigenous organizations in Planning and Project Management. Vicki earned a Master’s degree in Community Development from the University of Victoria and a Bachelor of General Studies in First Nation Administration and Leadership, with a minor in First Nations Studies, from Simon Fraser University. Passionate about culture, education, health and family. Vicki is excited and passionate about supporting her community through community led initiatives.