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Showing Search called off as Canmore kayaker, 19, disappears after going over waterfall near Whistler
RCMP have suspended the search for a missing 19-year-old kayaker from Canmore who is presumed dead after going over a waterfall on the Cheakamus River on Friday. Sgt. Rob Knapton of the Whistler RCMP said Saturday the kayaker is still missing and search and rescue operations have been called off.
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Peter Thompson enjoyed white water challenges.
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Peter Thompson takes a big wave.
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Peter Thompson is recording video as he prepares to go over Ram Falls, a 30-metre drop near Nordegg.
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Peter Thompson in action.
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Peter Thompson was a head coach at the Bow Valley Kayak Club.
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Peter Thompson, 19, had a passion for mountain activities, especially kayaking.
