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.
West Kelowna realtor captures third place in MasterChef Canada
In the first ever MasterChef Canada, home cook and West Kelowna realtor Kaila Klassen captured third place in the national TV competition. The final round is set for next Monday on CTV. Hailing from Penticton, B.C., Kaila is a real estate agent from West Kelowna who...
CTV Orders A Second Helping of MasterChef; Casting Now Open for Season 2
Canadians are hungry for more MasterChef Canada. CTV announced today a Season 2 order for its hit culinary competition series for the 2014/2015 broadcast season. CTV confirmed its fan-favourite Canadian judges are back for a second helping: Michael Bonacini,...
Taster’s Choice: Spring wine reviews
Showcasing a varied selection of great tasting wines for wining and dining, the five star rating system stresses value for price. Bartier Bros 2012 Semillon Cerqueira Vineyard Black Sage Bench, Okanagan Valley $19.90 Intriguing Semillon offers rich, ripe fruit...
3,000 fun facts about the Okanagan
While our print magazine is in its 25th year of publishing and sees almost a half of million readers each issue (491,000), our social media is just in its infancy. As we reached 3,000 Twitter followers we shared a few fun facts about the #Okanagan, #Kelowna,...
Beach to Peak: Registrations Climbing for Inaugural Giant’s Head Grind
More than 100 racers have already signed up for the inaugural Giant’s Head Grind “beach to peak” race in Summerland on May 17, 2014. Starting at the shores of Okanagan Lake, walkers, runners and racers will scale Summerland’s volcanic landmark, a distance of more than...
Knifewear: When you’re addicted to sharp
Canada’s awesomest knife shop, Knifewear has become a destination/hang-out for those who love Japanese steel and are addicted to sharp. Most of the knives can’t be found in any other shop in Canada. The Kelowna shop in South Pandosy also carries some of the hottest...
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