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B.C. man dies, three weeks after fighting off grizzly bear

Animal Attack · Kelowna

B.C. man dies, three weeks after fighting off grizzly bear

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A British Columbia man who fought off a grizzly bear in the East Kootenay region this month has died of his injuries, more than three weeks after the attack.See the Story

UNESCO names Kelowna as Canada’s first Creative City of Gastronomy

UNESCO · Kelowna

UNESCO names Kelowna as Canada’s first Creative City of Gastronomy

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The city of Kelowna might be accustomed to winning awards for its wines, but a recent nod of appreciation has garnered unprecedented cause for celebration—not just for the city, but Canada too.See the Story

Made-in-Canada Sustainability Database Aims to Boost Global Trade, Climate Goals

Trade · Kelowna

Made-in-Canada Sustainability Database Aims to Boost Global Trade, Climate Goals

Read the full story from the University of British Columbia. A new national database co-developed by researchers at UBC Okanagan and the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) aims to help Canadian industries better measure and manage sustainability. Led by Dr. Nathan Pelletier, Associate Professor in UBCO’s Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science, the project … Continue reading Made-in-Canada sustainability database aims to boost global trade, …See the Story

How community helped shape champion Ironman athlete (Think Local)

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As a community-focused facility where individuals come to celebrate the power of connection and personal growth, the YMCA of Southern Interior BC has many inspiring member stories that remind everyone of what's possible when you chase your dreams and surround yourself with people who uplift you. For...Kelowna · Kelowna Read Article

What could happen to your property value when a new development arrives?

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KELOWNA CHAMBER: TROIKA NAMED LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Large Business of the Year and many of their staff. Renee Merrifield, CEO, holding trophy. KELOWNA – Four hundred business and community leaders were on hand as Troika was named the 2025 Large Business of the Year at the 38th Annual Kelowna Chamber Business Excellence Awards on Thursday night at the Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort. Troika was founded by CEO Renee Merrifield in 2000. Merrifield was Kelowna’s first woman developer, creating som…Business · Kelowna Read Article

Scientists Crack the Code Behind a Rare Cancer-Fighting Compound

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The discovery opens a path to the sustainable synthesis of anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor agents. Scientists at UBC Okanagan have revealed how plants create mitraphylline, a rare natural substance that shows potential for fighting cancer. Mitraphylline is part of a small family of plant molecules known as spirooxindole alkaloids. These compounds are distinguished by their complex [...]Science · Kelowna Read Article

Crown Accepts 'Very Lenient' Plea Deal for Man Who Snuck Camera Into Kelowna Ymca Shower

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Made-in-Canada Sustainability Database Aims to Boost Global Trade, Climate Goals

Read the full story from the University of British Columbia. A new national database co-developed by researchers at UBC Okanagan and the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) aims to help Canadian industries better measure and manage sustainability. Led by Dr. Nathan Pelletier, Associate Professor in UBCO’s Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science, the project … Continue reading Made-in-Canada sustainability database aims to boost global trade, …Trade · Kelowna See the Story

Unsettled weather this week in the Okanagan, snow possible (Kelowna)

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Some brief sunny periods will punctuate a generally cloudy and wet week across the Okanagan. Monday starts off with a chance of showers and highs near 6 C. Tuesday should be mainly sunny across most of the Southern Interior. 'A ridge of high pressure building into Interior B.C. will bring dry and su...Kelowna · Kelowna Read Article

[Opinion] Official Community Plan is the guide to Kelowna's growth (Opinion)

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People across Canada and around the world have discovered what residents of Kelowna have always known-the beauty of our city and the quality of life that makes it so special. Kelowna is one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada. In 2016, our population was about 130,000. Today, it has surpassed 16...Opinion · Kelowna Read Article

Grandparents teaching financial literacy (It's Your Money)

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When it comes to helping the next generation, many grandparents' first instinct is to open their wallets. After all, who doesn't want to give their grandkids a head start? But while a monetary gift can be meaningful, it's far from the only - or even the best - way to support a grandchild's financial...Kelowna · Kelowna Read Article

Kelowna Field of Crosses returns to City Park for eighth year (Kelowna)

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A field of crosses now stands in Kelowna's City Park after a ceremony was held at the Kelowna cenotaph on Sunday. This is the eighth year that the Rotary Club of Kelowna and the Okanagan Military Museum and Society have brought the visual display to the park. The 227 crosses commemorate the lives of...Kelowna · Kelowna Read Article