Category Archives: Community Events
Not-for-profit events in the North Okanagan

Park and airport upgrades approved in carryover budget
Kelowna council has given the green light to carry over $177 million in projects that didn't get completed last year, or are multi-year projects. They include the development of Pandosy Waterfront Par...
Corey Fischer Mar 21, 2022
Christmas light spectacle
The NONA Child Development Centre is introducing a new annual fundraiser, The NONA Lights for Kids event in partnership with the John Christmas Light Tour! Join us on Saturday, December 18 for the Fil...
Rebecca Barton Dec 08, 2021
'Make Spirits Bright' for seniors in our community
For seniors in our community who live alone, are financially challenged and don't have any relatives nearby, the holidays can be a difficult time. With the added hardship of social isolation, we feel ...
Rebecca Barton Dec 03, 2021
Merry Money
Archway Society for Domestic Peace is inviting you to the Merry Money 50/50 Draw! A chance to win big and also provide a big win for Archway Society. It's been unfortunate these past 2 years that we h...
Rebecca Barton Dec 03, 2021
Here's a peek at what's coming up this season at VDPAC
Introducing the Spring SPOTLIGHT for the 2021-22 Season! Hosted by Artistic Director Erin Kennedy, take a peek at what VDPAC has in store in the new year including a brand new Children's Festival! Tic...
Rebecca Barton Nov 23, 2021

Hot Sips!
Looking for a place to warm up with a hot coffee or tea this winter? Our friends with Tourism Vernon have complied a list of 8 walkable spots to enjoy a hot sip and delicious pastry. All cafes are loc...
Rebecca Barton Nov 10, 2021

What Matters
Missing person
Public asked for assistance locating missing youth
Jun 17, 2026

Sponsored Content
Giving back to the community
Policing
RCMP searching for missing Vernon woman
Jun 17, 2026
Underused Facility
Local MP calls for Vernon cadet camp be used for Armed Forces expansion
Jun 17, 2026

Summer adventures
Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.
Hot, Dry Conditions & Elevated Risks
Wildfire, drought risks high heading into summer: B.C. Government
Jun 16, 2026
149 Hectare Blaze
Wildfire near Stump Lake Being Held, Evacuation Alerts still in place
Jun 16, 2026