Tag Archives: Business & Economy
Vernon engaging multiple provincial politicians
It was a busy day for interaction on Greater Vernon issues with provincial government politicians. The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce hosted the first of several virtual town hall sessions today (...
Feb 19, 2021
Vernon gas prices spiking
The cost of fueling up appears to be going up in Vernon. Fuel prices were as low as $1.19.9 a litre for regular on Thursday (Feb. 18).While several stations are at $1.25.9 today (Feb. 19), the Shell s...
Feb 19, 2021
When can the tourists return?
Tourism Vernon hosted a virtual industry conference on Thursday (Feb. 18) and the question on everyone's mind was when will travel restrictions be lifted? The short answer appears to be that the runne...
Feb 19, 2021
Unpaid oilpatch property taxes triple in two years, say rural municipalities
EDMONTON - Alberta's rural towns say property taxes that have gone unpaid by the province's struggling oilpatch have tripled in two years. A survey released by the Rural Municipalities of Alberta says...
Feb 18, 2021
Okanagan Spring launches socially conscious beer
Vernon-based Okanagan Spring Brewery is out with its latest brew and drinking it will help a couple of organizations. "Our new 'Terrace Mountain Session IPA' is packed with tropical fruit flavour in a...
Feb 16, 2021
B.X. Press Cidery looks to expand
B.X. Press Cidery has applied to the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) for changes to their existing cider manufacturing facility liquor licenses related to the property located at 4667 Eas...
Feb 16, 2021
B.C. small farm pilot project receives funding
A new program from the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries is providing $800,000 in funding to help accelerate small farm operations across a variety of communities.Supporting local food ...
Feb 12, 2021
Be the reason we all have a ski season
The provincial government, local governments and an industry association are joining forces to safeguard the second half the ski season in B.C. In response to virus transmission in shared accommodatio...
Feb 12, 2021
Coldstream heavy industrial subdivision approved
A developer has received approval for a heavy industrial subdivision at 10047 Ricardo Road in Coldstream. The property is located behind the Vegpro International salad packing plant, between the C.N. ...
Feb 11, 2021
Luxury storage company expands to Vernon
When just any old garage won't do for your special ride, a new concept for Vernon should be operational later this year. A company that has made its name developing high end luxury storage units has a...
Feb 10, 2021
