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
Gathering Place to celebrate community diversity
Kelowna residents are invited to join Kelowna Community Resources to plan the official opening of The Gathering Place, a safe place to talk about diversity in our community. The conversations will focus on: Discovering solutions for addressing racism and supporting...
Build your dream home in the Okanagan – Choose the best
Ready to build your dream home in the Okanagan Valley? Look to the leading architects, builders, renovators and contractors that were chosen Best of the Okanagan in 2013 by the readers of Okanagan Life Magazine. You'll find some of the experienced contractors who are...
Sun FM tops the charts for Valley residents
Penticton radio listeners choose country Sun FM morning hosts voted Best of the Okanagan by Okanagan Life readers Sun FM morning shows in Kelowna and Vernon were voted number one, taking top spot in the Best of the Okanagan Awards chosen annually by Okanagan...
Best of the Okanagan Awards 2013
For 25 years Okanagan Life has celebrated the courageous and innovative people whose efforts and dedication to our communities, towns and cities, make the Valley the wonder it is. The Best of the Okanagan is different because readers wrote it—we tallied the results...
Catherine Bennington
Catherine Bennington
Catherine is currently in her fourth year of her BFA degree at UBC Okanagan. She is primarily a painter, but also works with printmaking, drawing and photography. She is immensely inspired by her surroundings. Whe…
Christina L. Knittel
Christina L. Knittel
Based in Kelowna, BC, (Canada), I work in digital and traditional mediums to create fun paintings inspired by our interactions with nature. In 2006, I earned my BFA from UBCO and received a Campus Enhancement Awar…
Sea Dean
Sea Dean
Classically educated in Europe, I’ve been an Okanagan resident for over 30 years. Through the wonders of the internet my work hangs in collections around the world. I’m known for my waterscapes and four legged frien…
Catherine Bennington
Catherine Bennington
Catherine is currently in her fourth year of her BFA degree at UBC Okanagan. She is primarily a painter, but also works with printmaking, drawing and photography. She is immensely inspired by her surroundings. Whe…
Christina L. Knittel
Christina L. Knittel
Based in Kelowna, BC, (Canada), I work in digital and traditional mediums to create fun paintings inspired by our interactions with nature. In 2006, I earned my BFA from UBCO and received a Campus Enhancement Awar…
Sea Dean
Sea Dean
Classically educated in Europe, I’ve been an Okanagan resident for over 30 years. Through the wonders of the internet my work hangs in collections around the world. I’m known for my waterscapes and four legged frien…
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