Tag Archives: Business & Economy
Busy West Kelowna intersection officially closed for major project
Drivers in West Kelowna are being advised of significant detours as crews officially begin major roadwork at the intersection of Butt Road and Old Okanagan Highway.The intersection is now fully closed...
Jun 19, 2025
UBC Okanagan scales back programs and staff as part of campus-wide budget overhaul
UBC's Okanagan campus is moving ahead with significant internal changes, including staffing shifts and academic adjustments, in response to financial pressures and a shifting student demographic.The u...
Jun 18, 2025
West Kelowna to expand short-term rentals under proposed bylaw changes
The City of West Kelowna is moving ahead with plans to expand its short-term rental regulations to include properties within the RC3 zone.Council has voted to direct staff to begin drafting bylaw amen...
Jun 17, 2025
Grand opening set for Peachland to West Kelowna multi-use trail
A new multi-use trail connecting Peachland to West Kelowna will be officially unveiled Friday, June 20, during a grand opening ceremony.Local officials and invited guests will gather for a ribbon-cutt...
Jun 17, 2025
Road closures coming to Frost Road and Chute Lake Crescent for summer construction
The City of Kelowna is advising drivers to prepare for upcoming road closures on Frost Road and Chute Lake Crescent as part of major construction projects expected to last through the summer.Starting ...
Jun 16, 2025
Kelowna MLA calls for Interior Health CEO to resign, citing crisis in care
A Kelowna-area MLA is calling for the immediate resignation of Interior Health's top executive, citing a growing crisis in the region's healthcare system.In a strongly worded statement released Friday...
Jun 13, 2025
‘Kelowna S**t Show’: Flyer making a stink downtown
A controversial flyer circulating online is demanding that the City of Kelowna provide 24-hour access to public washrooms - and is warning of grotesque protest action if the demand is ignored.Styled t...
Jun 13, 2025
Big White to invest big dollars, announces millions in resort upgrades
Big White Ski Resort is pouring $9.4 million into infrastructure upgrades and guest services ahead of the 2025 season.The plan includes major lift improvements, power and fibre optic expansions, a new...
Jun 12, 2025
National curling championship delivers big tourism win for Kelowna
Kelowna's role as host city for the 2025 Montana's Brier paid off in a big way, according to a detailed post-event analysis headed to city council next week.A report prepared by Tourism Kelowna and Ca...
Jun 12, 2025
Intersection in West Kelowna to shut down until fall for infrastructure project
A full closure is coming to a key West Kelowna intersection next week as the city launches a major infrastructure and transportation upgrade.Starting Wednesday, June 18, the intersection of Butt Road ...
Jun 11, 2025
