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iN PHOTOS: Renowned Kamloops photographer Peter Olsen on the trade, his connection to the city
If you’ve spent time in Kamloops, you’ve likely seen Peter Olsen’s commercial photography work on…
British Columbians divided on use of biometrics to make purchases: poll
A recent public opinion poll asked how Canadians how they feel about the use of…
Kelowna rapidly becoming national leader in local gov’t tech
ChatGPT hit the market only four months ago and the City of Kelowna is already…
The future is now: Robot kitty will bring you food at Kelowna Smitty’s
It makes noise, flashes lights, has a set of wheels and enjoys head scratches. This…
Why you still can’t hail a ride despite eight companies approved for Kamloops, Kelowna
Eight ride-hailing companies have been given the green light to start picking up passengers in…
Kelowna online security company acquired by Microsoft
Technology giant Microsoft has acquired a Kelowna online security company that is helping moderate Xbox…
Governance, business success relies on connectivity in Indigenous communities: Chief Clarence Louie
Clarence Louie has seen his share of changes since first becoming chief of the Osoyoos…
iN VIDEO: Drones distributing sterile moths in Okanagan to curb pest numbers
A chance encounter on a winter vacation has led to a whole new way of…
DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES: More women in Okanagan tech sector helping companies innovate
For years, the technology sector has been a male-dominated industry, but the scales are tipping…
Medical care robots being made with 3D origami in B.C. lab
A B.C. university professor would like to see a robot take your vitals when you…
iN PHOTOS: Kelowna artist’s beacon project starting conversations
Whether you want to strike up a conversation about the nature of art, technology or…
Man fined for flying drone during hunting trip in northern B.C.
A Fort St. James man has been fined $1,000 for flying a drone while out…
B.C. company gets first drone delivery licence in Canada
For the first time ever, the Canadian Transport Agency has issued a licence to a…
Avatars to the rescue: Kelowna company takes on Zoom with virtual reality
Kelowna-based Apex VR Holdings is launching a virtual meeting/social gathering platform that will offer all…
How Kelowna’s 5G project could help save lives across Canada
A Kelowna pilot project using 5G technology could be a lifesaver as well as a…
B.C. doctors offering appointments via phone and video
B.C. residents can visit their family doctor virtually and have a consultation with their family…
Mushroom-picking robot? Salmon Arm firm on the cutting-edge of robotic design
SALMON ARM – A Salmon Arm company is working on the cutting edge of technological…
Freedom Mobile headed to the Interior this summer
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Freedom Mobile announced they're branching out and opening up in the Interior. A…
Slack, like everyone else, struggles on last day before the long weekend
Happy Friday office dwellers, Slack is down. Offices across the Slack-i-verse are reporting increased productivity…
Fresh air, birds, phone chargers: Central Okanagan parks add new amenity
KELOWNA – A dead cell phone won’t also mean death to your Instagram life at…
Here’s how you can celebrate technology and innovation in Kamloops this fall
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops Innovation will be hosting 2018 Tech Fest in September. Kamloops Innovation is…
Augmented reality app helping to revitalize endangered Secwepemctsin language
SPLATSIN – A young girl brushes the hair out of her face and raises an…
No pocket change, no problem: Vernon introduces pay by phone option
VERNON – You’ll be able to pay for parking using your smart phone by the…
Cyberlove campaign back for anti-bullying week
PENTICTON - Summerland teens are challenging people all over the world to spread positive messages on social media during anti-bullying week. Caitie Shaw and Dan Nixon, two high school students from Summerland and founders of the Youth Empowerment Project, started the #cyberlove campaign, which kickstarted earlier this fall. The goal of the campaign was to...