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
Team BC finishes the 2015 Canada Winter Games with 88 medals
The 2015 Canada Winter Games came to a close with a fantastic celebration at the University of Northern British Columbia on March 1. Team BC was proud to be the host province for these Games, the first time the Canada Winter Games have ever been held in British...
UBC welcomes Writer-in-Residence Marie Clements
Okanagan writers have opportunity for one-on-one critiques Marie Clements is UBC’s 2015 Writer in Residence. Playwright, screenwriter, performer, director, and producer Marie Clements is UBC Okanagan’s eighth annual writer-in-residence for 2015. Sponsored by the...
New Wilden Creativity Award will recognize an emerging UBC artist
Funding rewards UBC Okanagan’s talented visual artists for courage and insight Expressing one’s creativity may be its own reward, but one fortunate visual arts student at UBC Okanagan will now receive added encouragement thanks to the support of the Blenk family, the...
Short list announced for Okanagan Short Fiction contest
More than 90 entries for 17th annual story contest It will be a tough call. A total of 93 entries were received for the 17th annual Okanagan Short Fiction contest, sponsored by UBC Okanagan’s Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies (FCCS), the Central Okanagan...
UBC library project opens portal to digital resources
The UBC Innovation Library, located on the second floor of the Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library (ORL), is a space that provides public access to UBC’s academic databases, including more than two million journals and ebooks. “The Innovation Library is...
Bookshelf: Author Maria Tippett
Author of Made in British Columbia A Q&A with Laurie Carter You’ve written many works during your illustrious academic career; why this book now? I had written the cultural history of Canada over 20 years ago; now it was time to focus on British Columbia. How did...
Central Green: Exploring the benefits of parkside living
$4.4 million Rowcliffe Park expands over two hectares Homes at Central Green, Kelowna’s newest master-planned community, will offer residents all the benefits of parkside living. Planned for development in 2017, Rowcliffe Park has an estimated value of $4.4 million...
UBC library project opens portal to digital resources
The UBC Innovation Library, located on the second floor of the Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library (ORL), is a space that provides public access to UBC’s academic databases, including more than two million journals and ebooks. “The Innovation Library is...
Bookshelf: Author Maria Tippett
Author of Made in British Columbia A Q&A with Laurie Carter You’ve written many works during your illustrious academic career; why this book now? I had written the cultural history of Canada over 20 years ago; now it was time to focus on British Columbia. How did...
Central Green: Exploring the benefits of parkside living
$4.4 million Rowcliffe Park expands over two hectares Homes at Central Green, Kelowna’s newest master-planned community, will offer residents all the benefits of parkside living. Planned for development in 2017, Rowcliffe Park has an estimated value of $4.4 million...
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