The issue was that we couldn’t afford to just come back and hope one of us would get a good job.
Welcome to Shangri-flawed
With help wanted signs sprouting like roadside weeds, it’s not surprising that Okanagan employers are struggling to cope. But just when you’d expect job seekers to be sitting in the driver’s seat, many wannabe workers are getting a bumpy ride. High housing costs and stagnant wages are obvious culprits, but the following three case studies, along with our salary comparisons, reveal there’s more to this picture.
Illustration by Will Enns
Read more of the original stories celebrated in our 30th-anniversary issue.
Enjoy Vertical & Vintages Wine Festival at Apex
7th annual Vertical and Vintage Wine Weekend The Naramata Bench Wineries Association and Apex Mountain Resort will host the Seventh Annual Vertical & Vintages Wine Weekend on Saturday, March 9. Centered around a Saturday night wine tasting event hosted by the...
UBC study links specific chromosome to radiation-induced pulmonary fibrosis
A UBC Okanagan researcher has determined that genes on a specific chromosome may be the answer as to why thoracic radiotherapy leads to a lung injury in some lung cancer patients.
Rearview: It’s not easy being green
[downloads ids="153718" columns="1"] Lessons from my friend Kermit the frog "It’s just you and me against the world, Kermit.” Many moons ago, at the age of 17 I drove away from home and Kelowna in my ’74 VW bug. I had a few things with me,...
Rearview: Packing up hope
Good nutrition fuels brain power. Are all BC children getting their fair share? I’m glad there are so many ways to help right now. So don’t wait for Christmas to donate or volunteer at your local food bank. Investigate involvement in initiatives like the Starfish Pack program.
Music icon David Foster to receive Humanitarian Award at 2019 JUNO Awards
Foster is being honoured for outstanding philanthropic contributions and commitment to supporting and inspiring others to give back David Foster, renowned musician, songwriter, composer, arranger and producer, will be recognized with the 2019 Humanitarian Award. The...
8,000 to dine around Thompson Okanagan
It's time to dine out Okanagan foodies. From January 16 to February 3, 50 restaurants throughout the Thompson Okanagan are featuring a three-course menu for $15, $25, $35 or $45 with suggested BC VQA wine pairings, BC Craft Beer pairings or spirits and cocktail...
