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Highlights of the Regular Regional Board Meeting – January 27, 2014
Crime Stoppers Theft of Energy Initiative The Regional Board has endorsed a new one year program with the Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers Society for the Fortis BC - Theft of Energy Crime Prevention Initiative. As a part of the program, Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers will receive anonymous tips regarding the theft of electricity and natural...
Rob Ford served with suit over alleged link to jail assault
TORONTO – Toronto Mayor Rob Ford is being sued by his sister's ex-boyfriend for allegedly conspiring to have the man beaten in jail.
Celebrating 50 years of training nurses in the Okanagan Valley
Since 1963, Okanagan College has been training practical nurses in the Okanagan Valley. Working in a variety of settings from hospitals to community clinics, these nurses are the bedrock of the healthcare community. According to one of Okanagan College’s first Practical Nursing program graduates, it was the training she received that made all the difference...
CCA launches For the Love of Curling website
With a mandate to strengthen and provide financial support for Canada’s curling facilities and curlers of all levels, the Canadian Curling Association will launch its For the Love of Curling website on Saturday, Feb. 1. Through this new fundraising program, curlers will have an opportunity to make a real difference to the sport they love....
The Loose Moose lends a helping hand: Wendy’s Dreamlift Day!
Staff members from Big White Ski Resort have ventured off the mountain to lend a helping hand at Wendy’s 17th annual Dream Lift Day in Kelowna, BC. Dozens of mountain staff, along with Big White’s beloved mascot, The Loose Moose, joined forces with Kelowna residence at both the Harvey Avenue and Rutland locations of Wendy’s...
Highlights of January 27 Kelowna city council meeting
Airport Fees Review Council approved a bylaw amending fees at Kelowna International Airport to compensate for increased costs of operations. Affected fees include fuel fees, landing and terminal fees and vehicle lot parking rates. Hourly and metered parking rates will remain unchanged. Parking Management Strategy Council endorsed recommended guiding principles, approved base parking fee adjustments...
UBC nursing students develop handbook for African hospitals
STUDENTS SHARE KNOWLEDGE WITH FELLOW NURSES IN ZAMBIA AND GHANA A pair of UBC Okanagan School of Nursing students are taking what they have learned to help educate nurses in Africa. Inspired by the saying “give a man a fish and he’ll eat for a day, teach a man to fish and he’ll eat for...
Trudeau boots senators from Liberal caucus in bid to restore Senate independence
OTTAWA – Justin Trudeau is sweeping Liberal senators out of his party's caucus in a bid to show he's serious about cleaning up the scandal-plagued upper house, The Canadian Press has learned.
Kelowna’s Kelsey Serwa named to Canada’s ski cross team at Sochi Olympics
VANCOUVER – Chris Del Bosco has a chance at redemption.
West Kelowna Council shortlists municipal hall/Civic Centre proponents
West Kelowna Council announced today that, as a result of its Request For Qualifications process launched in November 2013, it has selected four proponents to proceed to the Request for Proposals stage in the development of a West Kelowna Civic Centre Project in Westbank Centre. The following proponents will be asked to submit proposals for...
Nine targets in Osoyoos robbery spree
OSOYOOS - Travelling thieves may be to blame for nine incidents of thefts and break-ins in the area. The reports came into Osoyoos RCMP from January 21-26. On January 21, two Fortis transformers were reported stolen from Hwy 3 and Empire Road. A white Astro van with a utility trailer was seen in the area...
B.C. will likely appeal teachers ruling that fined province $2 million: premier
KAMLOOPS – Premier Christy Clark says the government will likely appeal a B.C. Supreme Court ruling that fined the province $2 million and struck down legislation around class size and composition — for the second time.
Award winning musician Mark Irving to perform at UBCO
Join us for our first music night of the year featuring Mark Irving, Oceans & Lights, and Red River Rebellion. University Theatre (ADM026) Jan 31 at 7 p.m. Admission is $3 for students and $5 for adults. Tickets available at the door. Mark Irving is a captivating singer/songwriter based in Kelowna, who has practiced his...
YMCA Health Coaching Program offers Long Term Solutions
KELOWNA - We all know that our health is not attributed to one thing, for instance physical fitness levels or eating habits on their own. According to the most recent Vital Signs report, the social determinants of health include personal health practices, health services, social and physical environments, social support networks, and more. The YMCA...
Easter Seals Splash of Colour Run connects maple syrup, the beaver and volunteering
KELOWNA - Volunteering is as Canadian as maple syrup and the beaver! Before taking an oath of allegiance, new Canadians are encouraged to embrace volunteer opportunities in their communities as a way to integrate into our wonderful society. If you share compassion for disabled kids and their families and would like to contribute to improving...