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B.C. government pours proceeds of crime into fighting domestic violence
SURREY, B.C. – Premier Christy Clark says her government is diverting money from "the bad guys" to their victims as the province upgrades its strategy towards ending violence against women.
West Kelowna family fun day
The District is hosting Stick n Puck n Rings events for kids from 5 to 17 years old on Family Day, Monday, February 9, 2015 in Jim Lind Arena at the following times: · Stick n Puck n Rings (5 – 9yrs) 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. · Stick n Puck n Rings (10 – 13yrs) ...
Pedestrian and bicycle plan in the works for West Kelowna
WEST KELOWNA - West Kelowna Council is considering a draft of a plan to improve the community’s pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and is inviting comments from the public. The Draft Pedestrian and Bicycle Infrastructure Implementation Plan for West Kelowna prioritizes projects to improve the District’s pedestrian and bicycle networks. The plan references existing plans including...
Assisted suicide advocate honours ‘trailblazer’ for high court victory
VANCOUVER – An advocate for doctor-assisted suicide is celebrating the Supreme Court of Canada decision on doctor-assisted suicide by remembering the British Columbia woman whose cause he championed more than 20 years ago, when she took her dying breath.
RCMP arrest 13 people in drug trafficking investigation
KELOWNA - A drug trafficking investigation led to 13 arrests Friday morning but only five will face the judge. Kelowna RCMP showed up at what they say is a known problem residence in the 1300 block of Belaire Avenue with a search warrant, according to an RCMP media release. Mounties found cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin and...
Avian influenza hits another backyard coop in B.C.: industry group
CHILLIWACK, B.C. - An industry group says a backyard chicken coop in B.C.'s Fraser Valley is the latest to be hit with avian influenza, marking the first such case in more than a month. An outbreak that began last December hit 11 commercial chicken and turkey farms in Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Langley, as well as...
Hockey legends pay tribute to Gordie Howe ahead of Saskatoon celebrity dinner
SASKATOON - Some of the greatest players in hockey history are paying tribute to Gordie Howe today in Saskatoon. Wayne Gretzky, Bobby Hull, Brett Hull and Howe's sons Mark and Marty were on hand for a media availability ahead of tonight's celebrity sports dinner. Gretzky says Howe has always been one of his idols and...
New B.C. rates for groundwater introduced, to take effect in 2016
VICTORIA – Companies will pay little more than a toonie to bottle as much groundwater as can fill a 25-metre swimming pool when new fees take effect in British Columbia next year.
High court to hear case on overseas terror tracking by Canadian spies
OTTAWA – The Supreme Court of Canada will delve into the legalities of overseas spying by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service.
B.C. to post budget surplus, but spending not on agenda, says Finance Minister
VICTORIA – Finance Minister Mike de Jong says this year's budget bottom line is rosier than originally forecast but that doesn't mean the government is about to embark on a spending spree.
Pickup delivers twins named Dodge and Sierra, to hospital in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – The old Dodge pickup is beaten up after summers of mining in the Yukon, but Nika Guilbault plans to keep it for another 16 years.
Man resists alleged robbery in Penticton alley
PENTICTON - RCMP are trying to figure out if a conversation between a man and a pregnant woman is related to a subsequent attempted robbery. In a media release, Mounties say a 34-year-old man was walking in the alley of the 1400-block of Government Street at roughly 6:30 p.m., February 3 when a pregnant woman...
CWMM Consulting wins engineering award
KELOWNA - CWMM Consulting Engineers Ltd. of Kelowna took the top award for Design and Contract Preparation - Structures at the 11th annual Deputy Minister's Consulting Engineers Awards, for its exceptional work on the Highway 2 Tupper Creek to 192nd Road project. CWMM Consulting Engineers Ltd. was awarded a $1.2 million contract to create a design and tender package...
Nominations open for OCAA annual Alumni Awards
KELOWNA - The Okanagan College Alumni Association (OCAA) is now accepting nominations for the 2015 Distinguished Alumni Award and Young Alumni Award. The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes alumni of Okanagan College and Okanagan University College for their demonstration of excellence in the areas of leadership, the environment, business or industry, public or community service, the...
Vernon Winter Carnival Parade Transit route info
VERNON - The City of Vernon is advising drivers to be aware of road closures for the Vernon Winter Carnival Parade on Saturday, February 7, 2015. The parade route and staging areas will remain closed to all traffic from 8 am until 2 pm. Drivers are encouraged to use Hwy 97 (32 Street) for north-south...
Kelowna College students received more than $169,000 in scholarships
KELOWNA - In recognition of educational merit and community contributions, the Okanagan College Foundation has awarded 136 Okanagan College Kelowna campus students with a total of 173 scholarships and bursaries valued at $169,697 during the 2013-2014 academic year. “Our students consistently demonstrate incredible dedication to our community while also excelling in their studies,” says Central...
College student chefs at the heart of event to support local charity on Valentine’s Day
KELOWNA - Okanagan College pastry arts students will create 800 high-end desserts for a Valentine’s Day event in support of the Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society. Winter Indulgence, which runs from 7-10 p.m. on Feb. 14 at Okanagan College’s Kelowna Campus, will feature a buffet of delicately-crafted desserts handmade by students under the guidance of...
UBC students examine social phenomenon of Cristiano Ronaldo
KELOWNA - With more than 100 million Facebook fans, a museum dedicated to just him, and a blossoming career as a male model with his own line of clothing, there is no doubt that Portuguese soccer sensation Cristiano Ronaldo is known for more than just his skills on the pitch. Luis LM Aguiar, associate professor...
Trades equipment helps Okanagan College students get job-ready
KELOWNA - Okanagan College will receive $171,428 to purchase new trades training equipment to support students entering in-demand occupations critical to the economy. Examples of new equipment include a scissor lift, a pavement breaker, two electric jack hammers, and electric masonry table saws for construction craft students as well as an engine lift for heavy mechanic students. Government made...
Vernon College students received more than $41,000 in scholarships
VERNON - Hard work, determination, and commitment for 38 Vernon students translated into a boost to their education fund. The Okanagan College Foundation distributed 54 awards totaling $41,036 to students studying at Okanagan College’s Vernon campus during the 2013-2014 academic year. “When students go above and beyond, either in their academic achievement, community contribution, or...
Doctors ready to help draft new law if Supreme Court backs patients’ right to die
TORONTO – The organization representing Canada's doctors says it plans to play an integral role in crafting new right-to-die regulations if the Supreme Court of Canada strikes down the existing law banning assisted suicide.
Active living and culture family day events
On Monday, Feb. 9, make some memories by spending time together as a family. The City of Kelowna’s Active Living and Culture division is holding two free events at two locations. The Parkinson Recreation Centre is offering a variety of activities to keep the whole family entertained. Enjoy swimming or an inflatable bounce house from...
Expect a few inconveniences as regional parks spring cleaning begins
Until the end of April, Central Okanagan residents should be aware of some fuel modification projects and open burning in three different Regional Parks. Over the next several months, crews will be disposing of dead and hazard trees in Kalamoir Regional Park, Trepanier Creek Greenway Regional Park and in Rose Valley Regional Park. Some trees...
‘Bargain hunters find Target liquidation not all it’s cracked up to be
TORONTO - Bargain hunters who expected to unearth major deals at their local Target stores on Thursday, the first day of its liquidation sale, were sure to be disappointed once they got a look at the prices. Store signs that promised discounts of up to 30 per cent yielded to shelves with price cuts mostly...