Tag Archives: Business & Economy
Targeted flushing continues in West Kelowna's Rose Valley neighbourhood
The City of West Kelowna is moving into the next phase of its watermain flushing program within the Rose Valley Water Service Area, with a new zone coming into focus starting Wednesday, June 25.This s...
Jun 25, 2025
City of Vernon disputes claim of 32 per cent increase as it addresses rising rental fee
Local agencies have been voicing concerns about the rising recreation rental fees, but the City of Vernon has disputed claims of extreme rate increases.In May, the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce c...
Jun 25, 2025
Kelowna explores reduced‑fare transit pass for residents facing financial challenges
The City of Kelowna is launching a study to explore new ways of making public transit more affordable for residents facing financial challenges.A brief online survey is now open until July 15 at getin...
Jun 25, 2025
Kelowna Ribfest returns to Kelowna City Park
Ribfest is returning to Kelowna this summer, offering three days of barbecue, live entertainment and free family fun at City Park.The festival will run from July 4 to 6 and features five national, awa...
Jun 24, 2025
Community members stepping up to maintain O'Keefe Ranch
The Desert Cove Community is putting its support behind the local heritage site.The community said it had raised funds to fix and repair the billboards on each side of the O'Keefe Ranch, while volunte...
Jun 24, 2025
Kelowna approves zoning changes to expand child care access
The City of Kelowna has approved two separate rezoning applications that will allow for new licensed child care centres in neighbourhoods seeing growing demand for services.The approved changes apply ...
Jun 24, 2025
UBCO artists light up Kelowna’s Cultural District with banner exhibition
Thirteen new street banners created by UBC Okanagan students and alumni are now on display in the heart of Kelowna's Cultural District.The original works are featured along the Rotary Centre for the A...
Jun 23, 2025
City of West Kelowna payroll nears $27M in 2024
The City of West Kelowna spent just under $27 million on wages in 2024, reflecting a significant increase from the previous year's total.The city's latest financial report - released in line with annu...
Jun 23, 2025
Roundabout construction to close Kane and Valley intersection through fall
A key intersection in Kelowna's Glenmore area will close to traffic beginning Tuesday, June 24 as crews begin work on a new roundabout.The Kane Road and Valley Road intersection is expected to remain ...
Jun 20, 2025
RCMP warn Kelowna businesses after spike in counterfeit U.S. cash
Mounties in Kelowna are urging local businesses to be on alert following a recent spike in counterfeit U.S. currency circulating in the Central Okanagan.According to RCMP, fake US$20 and US$50 bills a...
Jun 20, 2025
