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
Celebrating the Best of the Okanagan 2015
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Social entrepreneurs spur volunteer spirit
Volinspire launches new platform to connect volunteers, non-profits and businesses Under a new social enterprise model, Volinspire’s interactive platform launched today in Kelowna, helping spur community connections among caring companies, non-profits and...
December Events: What’s on in the Thompson Okanagan
Under 100 Exhibition Lake Country: To December 21 Original art from over 60 Okanagan artists. Work in all mediums will be on exhibit; small works under 100 inches squared are priced under $100 and a selection of art works under 200 and 300 inches squared will be...
$1 million in funding announced to support apprenticeship in high demand trades
LNG Canada has announced $1 million in private funding to support employers sponsoring apprentices and foundation (pre-apprentice) trades students in programs from carpentry to welding. The LNG Canada Trades Training Fund, which is administered by the BC Construction...
Paul’s Voice: Dear Donald
Dear Donald, My Father refused to call Americans, Americans. Rightfully so, he would argue, everybody living in the North, South and Central Americas—were in fact Americans—so he called them USers. I did not understand why my father had a problem with USers. He was...
Kelowna gallery brings contemporary art to the travelling public
Kelowna Airport abstraction If you need to go through the Kelowna airport in the next few months, leave a little extra time for the trip. If security is backed up, don’t fret, there’s something there to lighten your spirits. An oasis in our ever-growing terminal, a...
Human brain wired to avoid information overload
The conscious part of the human brain is actually more in tune with body parts that are not moving, UBC research shows. In a recent study conducted at UBC’s Okanagan campus, researchers found that many of the signals and sensations travelling between moving body parts...
Paul’s Voice: Dear Donald
Dear Donald, My Father refused to call Americans, Americans. Rightfully so, he would argue, everybody living in the North, South and Central Americas—were in fact Americans—so he called them USers. I did not understand why my father had a problem with USers. He was...
Kelowna gallery brings contemporary art to the travelling public
Kelowna Airport abstraction If you need to go through the Kelowna airport in the next few months, leave a little extra time for the trip. If security is backed up, don’t fret, there’s something there to lighten your spirits. An oasis in our ever-growing terminal, a...
Human brain wired to avoid information overload
The conscious part of the human brain is actually more in tune with body parts that are not moving, UBC research shows. In a recent study conducted at UBC’s Okanagan campus, researchers found that many of the signals and sensations travelling between moving body parts...