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
Curling coaches receive awards
Four coaches who guided Canadian curling teams to major international successes during the 2013-14 season were the recipients of the Coaching Association of Canada’s Petro-Canada Coaching Excellence Awards. The Olympic men’s and women’s team coaches, Tom Coulterman of...
In person: Christine Lefaivre, rainbow of hope
Brain injury is no black-and-white matter for Christine Lefaivre Her therapy brings colour back into the lives of the brain injured. After more than two decades of working with recovering patients, occupational therapist Christine Lefaivre has published her...
Ballet Kelowna invites community to Launch!
With new Artistic Director and CEO Simone Orlando at the helm, Ballet Kelowna is set to leap into their performance season with a special evening called Launch on Friday, November 7. “Launch is a special one-hour informal performance at the Mary Irwin Theatre at the...
Pinot & Picasso: local celebrities to auction original artworks
Photo: Kelowna jazz single Anna Jacyszyn shows off her original oil painting. Some special members of our community created some very special artwork this fall - including OkanaganLife publisher Paul Byrne. The artwork will be available at live auction on November 6...
Y raises a record $75,000 to support Okanagan families
YMCA of Okanagan smashed its event fundraising record, raising $75,000 at its 9th Annual Cycle for Strong Kids event. In 2014, the event raised $63,000. Held at the H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre, nearly 300 participants raised funds and took part in unintimidating...
Kelowna production house pilots Okanagan homes TV series
Insider’s view of Kelowna’s luxury homes Render Digital Media, the Kelowna-based production house, is putting the final touches of a new cable TV series pilot featuring an insider’s view of the newest lakefront and mountain top luxury homes in the Okanagan Valley....
Anyone but Harper
If Stephen were a song, Anyone But Harper would top the charts because practically everyone is singing. Call it a metamorphosis or dot-connecting or a new level of consciousness. Whatever you call it, Canadians coast to coast are rallying behind an imaginative...
Y raises a record $75,000 to support Okanagan families
YMCA of Okanagan smashed its event fundraising record, raising $75,000 at its 9th Annual Cycle for Strong Kids event. In 2014, the event raised $63,000. Held at the H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre, nearly 300 participants raised funds and took part in unintimidating...
Kelowna production house pilots Okanagan homes TV series
Insider’s view of Kelowna’s luxury homes Render Digital Media, the Kelowna-based production house, is putting the final touches of a new cable TV series pilot featuring an insider’s view of the newest lakefront and mountain top luxury homes in the Okanagan Valley....
Anyone but Harper
If Stephen were a song, Anyone But Harper would top the charts because practically everyone is singing. Call it a metamorphosis or dot-connecting or a new level of consciousness. Whatever you call it, Canadians coast to coast are rallying behind an imaginative...
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