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Big increase in homeless populations in Penticton, Vernon, Salmon Arm
The numbers were released in BC Housing’s annual Homeless Count, which was conducted in 20 communities across the province and focused on a single day in April.
Kamloops lobby group says new housing rules lack rental protections
“Other communities have taken these measures — and we should too.”
Kamloops, Kelowna among most expensive Canadian cities to insure a home
The average home insurance premium in Kamloops is now double what it was in 2023.
iN NUMBERS: Tallest buildings in Kamloops, Okanagan
In case you’re wondering which building is the condo king of Thompson-Okanagan and how far off the runner-ups are, we found out for you.
BC tenant’s misconduct nets him $57,000, until landlord finds out
“The tenant deliberately failed to take the proper steps… because it was in his interest for the landlord to be absent from the hearing.”
Kelowna vacancy rate good enough for city to revisit short-term rental ban
The city’s vacancy rate is around 4.5 per cent, up from 3.8 per cent at the end of 2024.
iN PHOTOS: How a North Okanagan cabin was built for $500 in 1974
“It’s perfectly sound, it’ll probably last for a couple hundred years.”
Rent slowly getting cheaper in Kelowna as condo stock increases
“I think those days of being able to buy a condo, rent it for cash flow, may be gone.”
Okanagan appraisal firm wins trademark dispute with rival company
It’s all in the name.
IKEA opening a ‘plan and order site’ in Kelowna
“We look forward to providing our new neighbours in Kelowna with beautiful, functional, and sustainable home furnishings that fit their budget and evolving needs at home.”
Residents evacuated by UBCO tower debacle won’t live in newly announced facility
“It’s just like a stab in the heart.”
BC realtor who procured sex worker loses licence
The regulator wasn’t happy he hadn’t told them.