Tag Archives: Business & Economy
September brings big giving to local food bank
The local Salvation Army is giving an update on funds raised.In a media release, the organization said since the September 5 announcement of the food bank expansion it has been a busy time.That announ...
Sep 26, 2024
Rising prices pinch B.C. households. Political parties feel the pressure, too
VANCOUVER - In the seven years since the NDP came to power in British Columbia, food prices have jumped by almost 30 per cent. Rent and transport costs are up by about a quarter, while the cost of fil...
Sep 26, 2024
Rising prices pinch B.C. households. Political parties feel the pressure, too
In the seven years since the NDP came to power in British Columbia, food prices have jumped by almost 30 per cent.Rent and transport costs are up by about a quarter, while the cost of filling up with ...
Sep 26, 2024
Vernon's housing construction still down on an annual basis
August saw another month with year-over-year declines in local housing construction.The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) reported just 12 housing project starts in Greater Vernon in Augu...
Sep 20, 2024
Multi-use path in the BX area officially complete
The paved pathway connecting the Foothills area with the Silver Star Gateway Business Park is finished.The City of Vernon said the 3.6 km. Silver Star Road Multi-Use Pathway was officially completed T...
Sep 05, 2024
First concrete pour marks major milestone at ALC site
The first major batch of concrete has been poured at the site of the new Active Living Centre.After weeks of excavation and site preparation, more than 30 truckloads of concrete was poured for Vernon'...
Aug 16, 2024
Local, provincial labour forces took a hit in July
Data from Statistics Canada showed the Okanagan and the province had declines in the work force last month.The data collection agency said the Thompson-Okanagan economic region, which includes Vernon,...
Aug 09, 2024
Music events expected to draw big numbers this weekend
It's a big weekend for music events in the Okanagan.The 14th annual MetalFest, featuring a number of metal bands from Canada and the U.S., will be held at the Hassen Arena in Armstrong Friday and Satu...
Jul 12, 2024
City of Vernon exploring property insurance options
Vernon city staff are investigating options for property insurance coverage.A report to Vernon City Council stated staff were looking to find a policy that provides adequate coverage at a low premium....
Jul 12, 2024
Children's Hospital lottery includes dream homes in Vernon, Kelowna
The BC Children's Hospital Foundation has launched it's 2024 Dream Lottery, and two of the top prizes are homes in the Okanagan.One of the nine grand prize homes in the annual lottery is a house locat...
Jul 12, 2024
