Community News
Kelowna’s Annual Inclusion Chain Unites Community in Celebration of Diversity
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Wildfire safety in BC
Living in the gorgeous Thompson-Okanagan has its perks. The lakes and abundance of forest trails at our back door step are truly awe-inspiring. Yet, the…
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Victoria inviting downtown businesses to take part in ‘OUR DTWN Scrub-UP’
Photo Credit: City of Victoria The City of Victoria and the Downtown Victoria Business Association are inviting downtown businesses to participate in the OUR DTWN Scrub-UP on Tuesday,…
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Local non-profit, Pathways Abilities Society celebrates 70 years of community service
Pathways Abilities Society has been serving the Okanagan community for over 70 years. In 1953, the organization was created by a group of committed parents,…
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After 33 years of business, Kelowna’s Army Surplus Warehouse is closing its doors
Albert Siemons confirmed with KelownaNow on Friday, May 12 that he will be extending the closure of his store. Click here to get more details…
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Petition started to prevent Jordan Peterson from speaking at Prospera Place
Controversial and out-spoken Canadian author, Jordan Peterson is scheduled to stop in Kelowna on May 26 as a part of his Beyond Order world tour. However, a…
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$417K raised for food insecurity in the Central Okanagan
In partnership with the Thomas Alan Budd Foundation, the Central Okanagan Food Bank (COFB) raised a total of $417,583 during their 27th annual Be an…
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Gingerbread house competition raises $17,000 for affordable housing in Lake Country
Habitat for Humanity Okanagan raised $17,000 through their second annual 2022 Jingle Bell Build to help fund their current build project of 12 affordable homes…
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Winners announced for the Okanagan Young Writers’ Awards
The judging panel has announced the winners of the 2022 Okanagan Young Writers’ Awards (OYWA), and the public is invited to attend the award ceremony…
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Victoria’s annual Santa Claus Parade is returning tomorrow
A much loved community event is back this holiday season. Victoria’s Santa Claus Parade is set to return for its fortieth year on Nov. 26,…
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RCMP revive Langford man with naloxone following overdose
West Shore RCMP saved a Langford man’s life with the quick administer of naloxone after they responded to an emergency call early Monday morning. Photo…