Writing well means never having to say, ‘I guess you had to be there.’”
The great part about anniversaries is taking time to reflect. Delving into our magazine archives, we once again came face to face with the passionate people who strengthen our communities and the creative artists who fill the Valley with art, song and laughter. As we flipped through the pages, funky retro ads popped out and the colourful fabric of Okanagan life warmed us, captured in vivid photography and heartfelt words. Printed on the pages were couples saying “I do,” athletes capturing Olympic gold and volunteers opening their hearts. We also stirred up some murders, ghosts and lake monsters. Yes, Ogopogo has made his appearances many times over. Our writers tackled many issues that parents, students and seniors have faced over these 30 years—some still challenging us today. Thanks to all who have been a part of our journey; you’ll find the full archives online. Read, reflect and revel in the Okanagan life. —Editors
UBC researchers determine vineyards adversely affect soil quality
UBC biologists are digging under vineyards to see if the Okanagan's grape industry is affecting soil quality. Miranda Hart, an associate professor of biology at UBC's Okanagan campus, her PhD candidate Taylor Holland (photo), along with Agriculture Canada research...
Porsche Centre Kelowna breaks ground
Porsche Cars Canada along with the Wyant Group officially broke ground on their newest location Porsche Centre Kelowna. At the symbolic ground breaking of Porsche Centre Kelowna were (L to R) John Bokitch, Porsche Centre Kelowna General Manager, Vaughn Wyant,...
Wines of BC stand up to the world
Bring together a British wine critic, an American wine writer and a entourage Canadian wine judges and you have the ultimate panel for Judgment of BC. An the bench: six BC Pinot Noir and six BC Riesling versus twelve international vintages. "This is not about win or...
Canada to see a 12 per cent increase in housing prices in 2016
Ongoing strength in Kelowna's residential housing market The Royal LePage House Price Survey and Market Survey Forecast today revealed healthy increases in the price across housing types surveyed in Kelowna. In the second quarter of 2016, the aggregate house price in...
Celebrating seafood: Wines of British Columbia go to New York City
Six wineries from the Okanagan Valley and Similkameen Valley, and acclaimed Executive Chef Ned Bell of Vancouver Aquarium Ocean Wise, are heading to New York City to whisk, flambé and decant their award-winning wines and culinary talent with distinguished media and...
Young chef heads to Ottawa’s top dining spot
OC Culinary Arts alumnus cooks his way to a spot at Atelier The Okanagan's Carson Bibby was only 16-years-old when he first had the opportunity to cook alongside some of Canada’s finest chefs at the Canadian Culinary Championships’ Gold Medal Plates finale. A year...
Roger Watts Advocacy Debate: Have personalities overtaken issues in politics?
UBC students debate: Have personalities overtaken issues in politics? What: Fourth annual Roger Watts Advocacy Debates Who: UBC's Okanagan student debaters When: Thursday, March 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Mary Irwin Theatre, Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421...
Celebrating seafood: Wines of British Columbia go to New York City
Six wineries from the Okanagan Valley and Similkameen Valley, and acclaimed Executive Chef Ned Bell of Vancouver Aquarium Ocean Wise, are heading to New York City to whisk, flambé and decant their award-winning wines and culinary talent with distinguished media and...
Young chef heads to Ottawa’s top dining spot
OC Culinary Arts alumnus cooks his way to a spot at Atelier The Okanagan's Carson Bibby was only 16-years-old when he first had the opportunity to cook alongside some of Canada’s finest chefs at the Canadian Culinary Championships’ Gold Medal Plates finale. A year...
Roger Watts Advocacy Debate: Have personalities overtaken issues in politics?
UBC students debate: Have personalities overtaken issues in politics? What: Fourth annual Roger Watts Advocacy Debates Who: UBC's Okanagan student debaters When: Thursday, March 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Mary Irwin Theatre, Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421...
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