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Public Safety Concerns

RCMP Musical Ride cancelled due to wildfires

Aug 12, 2026 | 3:04 PM

A special event and fundraiser in the North Okanagan will not be going ahead as planned.

The RCMP Musical Ride was supposed to take place at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Fairgrounds over the weekend of August 15 and 16, but it was cancelled due to the wildfire situation in the Okanagan.

“We know this will be disappointing news for the many people who were looking forward to experiencing the Musical Ride in Armstrong,” Superintendent Blake MacLeod, Officer in Charge of the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP, said.

“However, given the current wildfire situation, the safety of our communities and those involved in the event must come first. We are grateful to everyone who worked so hard to bring this special event to Armstrong, and our thoughts remain with all those affected by the wildfires.”

The event was intended to be a fundraiser in support of the Cops for Kids Charitable Foundation and the Armstrong Kin Club, with proceeds going to support children and families in the region.

“We are incredibly disappointed that we won’t be able to share this special event with our community, but we completely understand that safety must come first,” Cops for Kids President Brent Mundle, stated.

“Our hearts are with everyone impacted by the wildfires, and we are especially grateful to the firefighters, first responders, volunteers and community members working together during this challenging time.”

People who had purchased tickets for the RCMP Musical Ride will be contacted directly with information on their refunds.

Ticketholders wishing to donate the value of their ticket to Cops for Kids can also choose that option, with those proceeds going to help offset the costs associated with planning and organizing the event, as well as supporting local children and families.

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