Tag Archives: Business & Economy
New RDCO board chooses its leaders
The new board of directors for the Regional District of Central Okanagan has been sworn into office.Kelowna councillor Loyal Wooldridge was acclaimed by directors to serve a second year as chair. West...
Nov 10, 2022
Phase two of industrial park drawing 'brisk interest'
Concrete wall slabs are going into place on phase two of an industrial park along Silver Star Road in Vernon.The nine-acre parcel is being built out in three phases with phase one now fully leased. It...
Nov 10, 2022
Self-checkouts increase due to labour crunch
The acute labour shortage in retail is fueling a move to self-checkout kiosks at an increasing number of stores.The Thompson-Okanagan regional unemployment rate increased to 4.9 per cent last month.Wh...
Nov 07, 2022
ANTLR fills the racks with mens clothing
A new store in downtown Vernon is looking to meet the demand for high-quality men's clothing, a majority of it made in Canada.In 2020, Amanda Homeniuk saw an opportunity to provide quality, sustainabl...
Nov 04, 2022
Hold on to your hat: new shop focuses on 'ultimate fashion statement'
The awning catches your eye immediately, declaring "Hats of all kinds for all kinds of people." It sits above one of Kelowna's newest boutiques, Rio Branner, Milliner & Merchant.Launched by Kelown...
Nov 02, 2022
Business investor program offers $250,000 prize
The OKGN Angel Summit is offering up its largest potential investment pot in the five-year history of the event.Accelerate Okanagan is now accepting applications for the summit.The pitch program guide...
Nov 01, 2022
Vernon garden business grows its Okanagan operations
Nicholas and Jamee Moffat have been dreaming of finding just the right space in downtown Kelowna for the past few years, and this Friday (Oct. 28), that dream comes true with the opening of Urban Gard...
Oct 27, 2022
First signs of winter arrive at Silver Star Mountain Resort
Excitement abounds for powder hounds as the first snow hit the slopes of Silver Star Mountain Resort.Although it was just a skiff, it did stick into Friday afternoon at the top of Comet Express, as te...
Oct 21, 2022
Home builders pleased with continuity on Vernon council
Housing, and affordable housing in particular, were at the top of the agenda when it came to issues in the municipal election, not just in the North Okanagan, but across the province.Voters opted for ...
Oct 20, 2022
Business group outlines priorities for municipal politicians
The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce is offering congratulations to Greater Vernon politicians elected and acclaimed in Saturday's municipal elections.In a media release, the organization stated it ...
Oct 17, 2022
