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 sponsors Canadian war literature world conference in Ottawa
Renowned authors to speak about Canada’s First World War literary contributions The University of British Columbia Okanagan, the University of Ottawa, and the Canadian War Museum are marking the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the “war to end all wars” with a...
Ghana children’s verbal stories turned into school books
Folk tales come to life in print thanks to team of UBC teacher candidates Verbal stories, handed down for generations, are now published in school books in Ghana, thanks to a group of students from UBC’s Okanagan campus. The seven illustrated books were produced by...
Canada West defers decision to add football at UBC Okanagan
Delay to expand campus athletics due to league’s pending strategic review A strategic review by the Canada West Universities Athletics Association (Canada West) has put on hold the possibility of adding varsity football to UBC’s Okanagan campus. At its annual general...
Play it safe on the water
On a July evening in 2013 Penticton resident Rene Bourque and his female companion, both standing at the windshield of his 28-foot cabin cruiser, approached the Penticton City Wharf. The only illumination on the pier at 10:30 p.m. was a red navigation light located at...
Angel Investors’ Forum underway at Okanagan College
$5,000 awarded to local entrepreneur with the best pitch Students from Enactus Okanagan College are hosting the ninth Venture Okanagan Investors Forum on Thursday, April 9 in Kelowna. The local entrepreneur with the best pitch is awarded a cash prize of $5,000 from...
Tax time to-do list
With April 30 tax deadline right around the corner, there’s no time like the present to start getting organized. See the list of Best Accounting Firms.
Ted Bowsfield: The Penticton Peach
In honour of opening day for Major League Baseball (MLB) season, we're re-posting our feature on the Okanagan's very own major league baseball hero. Originally published in our Spring 2013 issue. By Jason Beck Boston sports writers dubbed him the Penticton Peach, but...
Angel Investors’ Forum underway at Okanagan College
$5,000 awarded to local entrepreneur with the best pitch Students from Enactus Okanagan College are hosting the ninth Venture Okanagan Investors Forum on Thursday, April 9 in Kelowna. The local entrepreneur with the best pitch is awarded a cash prize of $5,000 from...
Tax time to-do list
With April 30 tax deadline right around the corner, there’s no time like the present to start getting organized. See the list of Best Accounting Firms.
Ted Bowsfield: The Penticton Peach
In honour of opening day for Major League Baseball (MLB) season, we're re-posting our feature on the Okanagan's very own major league baseball hero. Originally published in our Spring 2013 issue. By Jason Beck Boston sports writers dubbed him the Penticton Peach, but...
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