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
Tens of thousands of fans celebrate Sochi
Today, Sochi 2014 Olympians, Paralympians and coaches marched and rode through the streets of Calgary for the 2014 Parade of Champions, celebrating their Sochi accomplishments with local Albertan fans. The celebration kicked off with a pre-parade community pancake...
Pushor Mitchell award marks five years of support for student leaders
Alexa Geddes, winner of the 2014 Pushor Mitchell LLP Gold Medal Leadership Prize. 2014 winner Alexa Geddes involved in local and global social activism projects Alexa Geddes, graduating with a bachelor of science honours with a major in biology and a minor in...
Votes are in: Best Chef in the Okanagan
We’re celebrating the 20th annual Best Restaurants Awards with Okanagan Life. Here are our readers’ picks for Best Chef.
Wedding Issue: July Issue Preview
The July Issue of Okanagan Life Magazine showcases Okanagan weddings. Your ad message will reach over 500,000 exposures over three months. Email: paul@okanaganlife.com Ad space deadline: June 16 Material deadline: June 20
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 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...
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