Slow Food Canada –  Food Heroes We are pleased to inform you that the nomination process of the fourth edition of the Canadian Food Heroes is now open. The Food Heroes recognition wishes to emphasize the extraordinary contribution of individuals who embody, through their actions, the intrinsic values of Slow …

KELOWNA – Talk of expansion took centre stage at Kelowna International Airport (YLW) Saturday (Feb 27) as people flocked to let YLW know their ideas for travel improvement. Airport planners laid out their initial blueprints for the next 30 years for YLW, giving travelers a chance to give feedback- positive and …

The British Columbia government says the number of international visitors to the province is increasing, and France is in the top spot on a list of seven countries and regions. It says tourism to B.C. from France jumped by 33 per cent in 2014 compared to the previous year. The …

The Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is looking for resident feedback and will be holding an open house for its Airport Master Plan. The open house will take place on February 27th from 11:00 until 3:00 p.m. and showcase details for the 2045 plan. Residents will have an opportunity to review …

The Liberal government plans to launch a full-scale review of the controversial temporary foreign workers program. MaryAnn Mihychuk, the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, told The Globe and Mail she will ask a parliamentary committee for proposals to fix the program. Reforms passed by the former Conservative government …

What a year! 2015 stats confirm strong growth for BC Tourism You’ve heard the news stories–now read the year-end figures. Yes, 2015 really was an outstanding year for BC tourism. The 2015 international visitor numbers are up 7.9% over 2014. This means an additional 359,750 visitors from international markets came …

A family who wants to have a RV park on their land is one step closer to it becoming a reality. On February 16th a public consultation happened at Kelowna City Hall, where mayor and council listened to staff as well as the applicant about the proposed urban farm on …

The Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) wants to play a role in developing the Okanagan Rail Trail. The idea for a 50-kilometre trail from Kelowna to Coldstream along scenic Duck and Kalamalka lakes was birthed when Kelowna Pacific Railway stopped using the rail line in 2013. In December 2014, Kelowna, Lake …

Are you short staffed for the upcoming summer season? There isn’t much time left to secure staff before your busiest season begins. Contact Mobilize and discover how young Canadians can fill summer labour shortages at your business. Hurry though! Our Mobilize workers get booked fast. To fill your labour shortages …

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau marked his 100th day in office by announcing plans to increase funding for the Canada Summer Jobs Program. The Canada Summer Jobs Program is an excellent source of funding for employers looking to fund co-op positions, and we are happy to inform you that the application …