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Free radon testing kits available in Central Okanagan
The Regional District of Central Okanagan is partnering with Health Canada and Take Action on…
Kamloops pledges to provide free menstrual products in public washrooms
The City of Kamloops and BC United Way have come together to sign a policy…
‘Free’ house in Kelowna getting plenty of interest
People from as far away as Kamloops are looking into the chance of getting a…
Family-friendly films playing for free in Kamloops and the Okanagan
Movie theatres in Kamloops and the Okanagan are inviting families to enjoy a free show…
Why this Kelowna couple shared hundreds of dollars with strangers yesterday
Kray Mitchell and Kim Radomske hit the streets of Kelowna Saturday to do something surprisingly…
Free Moontricks concert in Lake Country
The only opportunity to see Moontricks in the Okanagan this summer will be in Lake…
Health-care workers offered free chairlift rides at Big White resort
Big White Ski Resort is saying thank you to health-care workers by offering free chairlift…
Would busses in Kamloops, Kelowna be better if they were free?
A Victoria city councillor is lobbying to make transit free for all riders in that…
Interior Health health-care workers get free passes for Big White Ski Resort
Health care workers from the region are being treated to free lift tickets at Big…
Free weddings for all at a bar in Penticton this weekend
Dozens of lovers will be committing the rest of their lives to one another at…
Rent refunds in Kelowna, free van in Oliver among generous Christmas donations
A property manager in Kelowna is giving his less-fortunate clients a chance to win this…
Kids who ‘Get On Board’ with B.C. Transit will ride for free
The world is about to become a bit smaller for small British Columbians. Starting on…
Why search and rescue is a free, non-judgemental service in B.C.
Kamloops Search and Rescue wants to remind everyone and anyone who recreates in the outdoors…
Here’s how to score a free beverage at Starbucks today
KAMLOOPS – If you need an extra boost this afternoon to help get you through…
Where you can have a cheap and cheerful birthday with free stuff
When it's your birthday, you deserve special treatment. It's your special day and because it…
Kamloops offering free transit for three upcoming events
KAMLOOPS — The City of Kamloops has announced it will be offering free transit for…
The pesky problem a Vernon politician says is causing bed bugs to spread like wildfire
VERNON - A Vernon councillor is shocked at how common bed bugs are in the city, and he has at least one idea of how they’re spreading. Coun. Brian Quiring spoke up about the matter at a council meeting Tuesday, Oct. 13, after being contacted by a concerned resident. “I’m shocked actually by how big...
The cost of free parking in Vernon
VERNON - Easing up on paid parking downtown Vernon is leaving the city with a gap in revenue. In the past year, city council approved a number of initiatives aimed at making the downtown area more customer friendly, and while it’s too early to see if they’re working, the changes are already revealing financial side-effects....
Free-to-play pianos now at five locations around Kelowna
KELOWNA – An idea that started as a simple Facebook post one year ago is now a reality for tourists and residents alike to enjoy. Last spring Festivals Kelowna posted to their Facebook page a video called The People’s Piano from South London. It shows a man playing a piano that the local government set...
‘Free until three’ promotion aimed at bringing people downtown Vernon
VERNON - A new promotion allowing people to park free from noon until 3 p.m. on Fridays this summer is geared at creating a more inviting atmosphere downtown. The free parking will be offered in the lead-up to the Avenue Market, which runs on Fridays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Main Street (30...
Free flu clinic postponed due to high demand
SUMMERLAND - Don't roll up your sleeve just yet — a public flu clinic in Summerland will be rescheduled because demand is exceeding supply. Public flu clinics at St. John's Lutheran Church Dec. 4 has been postponed, but a new date and location will not be chosen until additional vaccine is ordered, according to a...
Free flu clinic postponed due to high demand
VERNON - Don't roll up your sleeve just yet — a public flu clinic in Vernon has been rescheduled because demand is exceeding supply. Public flu clinics at the Schubert Centre, 3505 30 Ave. for Dec. 4 and Jan. 8 will instead take place Jan. 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. according to a...
Free downtown dental clinic cuts ribbon on expanded facility
KELOWNA – When Marie Bergman’s broken tooth became infected, she knew her options were limited. Homeless and living on the streets of Victoria, she sought help from a local not-for-profit dental clinic but was told she would have to wait at least four years. “They didn’t want to touch it,” Bergman says. “My health was...