by Okanagan Life | Sep 10, 2015 | Community
Event raises important funds and awareness about the local need for shoes For the shoe charity that puts footwear on those in need, it seemed only fitting that its annual fundraiser would give participants a chance to ‘walk a mile in their shoes.’ The Kelowna-based...
by Okanagan Life | Sep 10, 2015 | Community
OGO Car Share Co-op is happy to announce they were awarded a $6,500 grant from the Central Okanagan Foundation (COF) to support low-income residents and community organizations in accessing carsharing. These funds will allow OGO to offer 10 memberships to individuals...
by Okanagan Life | Sep 2, 2015 | Community
The District of Peachland will close its compost site on October 1, adhering to provincial environmental regulations that limit burning and saving $350,000 in new costs to municipal taxpayers. “In the past we’ve been able to chip or burn material, but without strict...
by Okanagan Life | Sep 2, 2015 | Community
Calling for Last Minute Team Registrations for YMCA Cycle for Strong Kids On Saturday, September 19, the Y is hosting its 9th annual Cycle for Strong Kids event outside the H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre, featuring a stationary cycling class, kids zone, silent...
by Okanagan Life | Aug 27, 2015 | Community
Every parent wants their kids to be healthy and active, but only 14% of kids ages 5–11 are getting enough exercise according to ParticipACTION’s latest report on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. The recommended level of activity for children over five years...
by Shanelle Connell | Aug 26, 2015 | Community
Curl Regina will play host to the 2016 Canadian Wheelchair Curling Championship, it was announced today by Curling Canada. The 13th edition of the wheelchair nationals will take place from April 4-10 at the Callie Curling Club, which is celebrating its 100th birthday...
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