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
Beach cam shows clear skies in Osoyoos
Travellers to Osoyoos — and to the Okanagan Valley in general — have expressed understandable concern about the safety of visiting the region, given widespread media coverage of the multiple wildfires that have resulted from the season’s prolonged dry, hot weather....
Travellers to the Thompson Okanagan spend over $1 billion
A Sizzling Summer Issue Travellers to the Thompson Okanagan spend over $1 billion. Nearly half spend their nights staying with friends and family. What is on those family coffee tables? Okanagan Life Magazine. Our readers love to share Okanagan Life stories with...
In person: Mountain bikers Shei and Nic Seaton
A test of humanity For Shei and Nic Seaton of Summerland, creators of the annual Test of Humanity mountain bike race — a fund-raiser for Canadian Humanitarian’s work educating vulnerable children in Ethiopia — this is their “passion project.” For the...
Next Gen: Caring kids
100 Kids Who Care Kelowna knows that choosing where your money goes can go a long way towards creating good communities. At their latest event, the kids write inspirational chalk art messages of volunteering and giving back along the promenade...
Okanagan Regional Library opens branch at UBC
Left to right: Don Nettleton, Monica Gaucher, Deborah Buszard and UBC Okanagan Chief Librarian Heather Berringer. Unique partnership brings OLR services to campus For anyone studying or working at UBC’s Okanagan campus, it just got easier to take out their favourite...
Ballet Kelowna launches new season with Autumn
Fresh from the Company’s successful Toronto and Beijing debuts, Ballet Kelowna launches its 16th season of captivating and innovative dance with Autumn, a dynamic mixed program presented at the Kelowna Community Theatre on November 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m. A...
Okanagan residents win prizes for water conservation
The Okanagan WaterWise program has wrapped up its valley-wide outdoor residential water conservation campaign Make Water Work for another year with the awarding of prizes. There were three winners this year, one each in the North, Central and South Okanagan.
Okanagan Regional Library opens branch at UBC
Left to right: Don Nettleton, Monica Gaucher, Deborah Buszard and UBC Okanagan Chief Librarian Heather Berringer. Unique partnership brings OLR services to campus For anyone studying or working at UBC’s Okanagan campus, it just got easier to take out their favourite...
Ballet Kelowna launches new season with Autumn
Fresh from the Company’s successful Toronto and Beijing debuts, Ballet Kelowna launches its 16th season of captivating and innovative dance with Autumn, a dynamic mixed program presented at the Kelowna Community Theatre on November 16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m. A...
Okanagan residents win prizes for water conservation
The Okanagan WaterWise program has wrapped up its valley-wide outdoor residential water conservation campaign Make Water Work for another year with the awarding of prizes. There were three winners this year, one each in the North, Central and South Okanagan.
