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Asian Heritage Month 2026 Begins in the Okanagan with Inspiring Community Forum

The 2026 Asian Heritage Month celebrations in the Okanagan began with a dynamic Opening Forum that brought together more than 200 community members—Asian and non-Asian—reflecting the diversity and unity of the region.

3 days ago2 min read

Asian Heritage Month Display Re-Opens at Kelowna City Hall

The Asian Heritage Okanagan (AHM) Committee is proud to present the annual cultural display at Kelowna City Hall. This display recognizes the observance of the annual Asian Heritage Month, which kicks off in May 2026

Apr 92 min read

Okanagan College grad gains recognition as Canada’s Young Professional of the Year

When Gurleen Gang left Nairobi, Kenya, for Canada a decade ago, he had a dream of becoming a civil engineer. What he didn’t know then was that his journey would lead him to become Canada’s 2026 Young Professional of the Year, recognized nationally by the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies. Gang credits the hands-on, industry-focused training he received at Okanagan College (OC) for playing a key role in his success. “When I compared my options, I realized the Civ

Apr 43 min read

Child & Youth Advocacy Centre AnnouncesPromotion of Ginny Becker to Chief Executive Officer

The Child & Youth Advocacy Centre of Kelowna (CYAC) is proud to announce the promotion of Ginny Becker from Executive Director to Chief Executive Officer

Apr 32 min read

Kelowna’s Top Talent Returns for 2026, Calling the City’s Rising Stars to the Stage

Kelowna’s creative community is getting ready for another exciting season of Kelowna’s Top Talent, a live competition designed to spotlight undiscovered performers from across the city and give audiences a direct role in choosing the winner.

Mar 122 min read

When Creativity Becomes Care: How Nicole Richard Sparked a Community Movement for Postpartum Support

In the Okanagan creative community, there are people who just make art — and then there are people who use art to change lives. Nicole Richard, the joyful force behind Wax Pencil Imagery, has always been the latter.

Dec 11, 20252 min read

Season of Giving Calendar Raffle Returns — A Holiday Tradition of Community Impact

The Rotary Club of Kelowna Sunrise is thrilled to launch its 5th Annual Season of Giving – 12 Days of Prizes Calendar Raffle, a holiday tradition that is as much about giving as it is receiving.

Oct 31, 20252 min read

Kelowna Resident Wins Car Raffle, Helps Raise $60,000 for Young Survivors

The Child & Youth Advocacy Centre of Kelowna (CYAC) is thrilled to announce that the winner of its 2025 Father’s Day Car Raffle is Alberto Bigsot of Kelowna, BC!

Jul 31, 20252 min read

Good Lemonade Day Fundraiser is back to Kelowna this Summer

2025 will mark the fourth time Good Lemonade Day will be held after it was started by a group of Kelowna volunteers in 2022 as a way for children to get involved in philanthropy

Apr 14, 20252 min read

West Kelowna high school hosting third annual Walk for Mental Health

Students from Mount Boucherie Secondary School in West Kelowna will be walking for mental health on May 8.

Apr 12, 20251 min read

Kelowna’s Parade With A Purpose partners with KGH Foundation for mental health

Parade with a Purpose has partnered with the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation (KGH)

Apr 12, 20252 min read

100 Women Who Care Kelowna had record-breaking 2024, donates $40K

100 Women Who Care Kelowna had a massive 2024 and is looking to continue that momentum into 2025.

Mar 16, 20251 min read

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