Public Realm Fund

PRIF Form

Downtown Kamloops Public Realm Improvement Fund (PRIF)

The Public Realm Improvement Fund supports enhancements to public spaces within the Downtown Kamloops commercial zone (Class 5/6 properties). Projects outside this area may also be considered if they align with KCBIA goals and contribute to revitalization efforts.

Funding Allocation

$200,000 for KCBIA and public space projects within the commercial corridor
$50,000 for Community Intake projects within KCBIA footprint or adjacent neighbourhoods

Community Intake Funding Limits

Up to 75% of total eligible project costs
Maximum contribution: $50,000
50% of funds disbursed at project start, 50% upon completion and submission of final report

Final Report Must Include:

Summary
Budget comparison
Final expenditure breakdown
Photo documentation

Note: Projects may be required to follow City procurement procedures and be completed by City-designated contractors. No additional funds beyond those awarded will be provided.

Eligible Project Types Projects must align with one or more KCBIA strategic priorities:

Wayfinding and branding (e.g., signage, directionals)
Community activation (e.g., furniture, gathering spaces)
Arts and culture (e.g., murals, sculptures)
Accessibility, lighting, flow, or safety enhancements

Projects not eligible:

Infrastructure already covered by the City Capital Budget (e.g., sewer, water upgrades)

Insurance Requirement

Minimum $5 million liability insurance
KCBIA and City of Kamloops must be named as co-insured
Insurance costs may be included in project budget

Application for Community Intake

Intake now closed – Next intake window: August 15, 2026 - September 30, 2026.
Fast-track approval available for simple projects (e.g., murals)
City review required for larger projects on municipal property
- Must be submitted by Dec 20 for review (Sept-April)
- Installation window: May–October of following year

Contact: Howie Reimer
Executive Director, KCBIA
howie@downtownkamloops.com
250-372-3242 ext 103

Project Location

Lead Proponents First Name

Lead Proponents Last Name

I represent (select which ever category best fits you)

A commercial business in Downtown Kamloops

A neighbourhood association or residential area in Downtown Kamloops

A community organization

Email Address

My Project is: (use best fit for category)

Wayfinding Projects (signs, banners, directions etc)

Community Space Activation (parklets, enhanced spaces, tactics for use, street furntiture, gathering areas)

Arts and Culture (murals, street artwork, sculptures, other)

Public Space Improvment (flow of pedestrians, planters, waste handling, benches, safety, other)

I understand that funding is limited to the public realm or public realm accessible spaces and must be used for projects in Downtown Kamloops commercial or commercial adjacent zones. I further understand that preference will be given to projects that are either co-funded or contain in-kind contributions.

About Your Project

Project Start Date

Project Completion Date

Tell us about your project: (what it is, where it is, why its important, what it will achieve)

Project Milestones (What are your milestones and how will they be measured as successful?)

Partners / Who Else is Involved: (include names, roles and phone numbers)

What is your overall budget? (dollars)

Tell us about your Budget for this project (are there other funders, how confident are you in your estimates?)

Upload your Budget spreadhseet and any images for the project. No more than 4 files can be accepted: one as an .xls or .xlsx and images as .jpg or .png. Maximum file size is 5 mb per file. If files will not attach, please email them directly to communications@downtownkamloops.com, Use your project name in the subject line.

Click or drag files to this area to upload (maximum 4 files)