Programs

Kamloops Adult Learners Society (KALS) is a community of actively engaged learners who are interested in exploring and understanding a broad range of topics, sharing ideas, and meeting others who have similar interests. Classes are usually two hours in length and are single-session or multi-session of two to ten weeks duration.

Membership is required to register. For more information about membership, click here.

How To Register for Courses

On-line by clicking the online registration button:

In person on McArthur Island at 1550 Island Parkway Dr. through-out the semester during office hours Monday-Friday 9am-4pm (Closed from 12pm-1pm). Credit, cash or cheque

Register by Phone by Calling 1-250-376-1525

*Single session courses are non-refundable. Multi session courses are refundable with a $10 cancellation fee.

US/Iran Conflict
Cost: $10
Min: 10
Max: 40

Single Session

Multi Session

The conflict in Iran, which has spread across the Middle East and disrupted the global economy, has far-reaching consequences. Regardless of where this rapidly evolving situation stands on the date of this session, a number of conclusions can already be drawn and discussed regarding its geopolitical effects, many of which are likely to be felt for years to come. With this in mind, the presentation will endeavour to examine the economic, political, and military challenges arising from the war. This course will be hosted on Zoom, you can join from the comfort of your own home or join at the Kamloops Sports Council.

Instructor: Denis Thompson

Denis Thompson

Major-General (Retired) Denis Thompson served 39 years in the Canadian Army deploying on multiple operations at home and abroad in Cyprus, Germany, Bosnia, Afghanistan, and Egypt including command of NATO’s Task Force Kandahar (2008/09), Canada’s Special Operations Forces (2011-2014) and the Multinational Force & Observers in the Sinai (2014-2017). Since retirement he has been a periodic lecturer at University of Ottawa, Winnipeg, Queens, Carleton, Bishop’s, and McGill as well as a Senior Mentor and Instructor at the Canadian Forces College, Toronto. He is a fellow at the University of Manitoba’s Centre for Defence and Security Studies and remains in service as the Colonel of the Regiment for The Royal Canadian Regiment.

Location: Kamloops Sports Council – 1550 Island Parkway Drive
Dates:
Thursday December 17, 2026 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
KALS Fall 2026 Calendar Available on Website – August 21st, 2026 REGISTRATION WILL OPEN – August 2026 @ 9 am

How To Register for Membership

On-line by clicking the online registration button:

In person on McArthur Island at 1550 Island Parkway Dr. through-out the semester during office hours Monday-Friday 9am-4pm (Closed from 12pm-1pm). Credit, cash or cheque

Register by Phone by Calling 1-250-376-1525