Tag Archives: Business & Economy
Property assessments down in some parts of Okanagan
Some property owners in the Okanagan will see decreases in their 2024 property assessments that will arrive in the mail this week.The notices from BC Assessment reflect the market value as of July 1, ...
Jan 02, 2024
'I love the people here': Pilot program helps restaurant owner settle in Vernon
When Sukvhir Sran came to visit her daughter in Vernon, she had no plans to stay. She had a good life in India. She owned and managed a private polytechnic college and hostel in the Punjab region with...
Dec 31, 2023
Mild winter conditions promising for local fruit growers
The warm temperatures in Vernon and the Okanagan Valley this fall and winter so far has been positive for the local fruit industry.Speaking with Vernon Matters, Glen Lucas, General Manager of the B.C....
Dec 29, 2023
GPS tracker makes it safer on the slopes
Guests at Big White Ski Resort will have a little more peace of mind when they hit the slopes this season, as skiKrumb, an innovative and easy-to-use GPS-enabled device will be available at the most p...
Dec 29, 2023
MP says Poilievre's relatability to 'everyday Canadians' is fueling rise in polls
The North Okanagan-Shuswap's rep in Ottawa believes there is a simple explanation for why Pierre Poilievre and the Conservative Party have seen a dramatic rise in the polls in 2023.Mel Arnold says it ...
Dec 29, 2023
Year in review: New role with seniors and local investments highlight 2023 for MLA Sandhu
The MLA for Vernon-Monashee had a lot of highlights to reflect on in 2023.Speaking with Vernon Matters, Harwinder Sandhu said one of the top accomplishments of her year was being named the Parliamenta...
Dec 28, 2023
Armstrong pub reopens under new management
Beer will be flowing from the taps for the first time in 18 months at Armstrong's Branding Iron Pub. The iconic landmark on Okanagan Street in the city's downtown will be open for business at 10 a.m. ...
Dec 22, 2023
FortisBC's Okanagan capacity upgrade rejected
A plan by FortisBC to construct and operate approximately 30 kilometers of new natural gas pipeline in the Okanagan, has been denied by the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC).In its applicat...
Dec 22, 2023
'Substantial progress': Vernon's mayor looks back on 2023
Vernon's mayor says the city has seen substantial progress in 2023, which includes the completion of important projects, replacing infrastructure, and pushing ahead with housing solutions.Victor Cummi...
Dec 22, 2023
Keeping outdoor spaces clear of waste can prevent fires
Vernon's business community is being encouraged to take steps to ensure the exterior of their properties are fire safe.Vernon Fire Rescue Services says that includes clearing debris, pallets and other...
Dec 21, 2023
