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 celebrates with Okanagan wine, arts
What better place to celebrate the "Okanagan life" than sipping wine along the waterfront while viewing the works of some of the Okanagan Valley's top artists. Okanagan Life magazine is marking its 25th year milestone in publishing with cultural celebrations across...
Focus on imports
Michael makes the case that it’s important to taste and enjoy wines of the world—to improve wines of the Okanagan What’s a wine writer to do? Living in the epicentre of one of the world’s most promising wine regions has its challenges. The onslaught of so many...
Best Okanagan Wines Fall Release
Looking for the best Okanagan wine? Here is the Best of BC fall release listing from the British Columbia Wine Institute. Burrowing Owl Cabernet Franc 2010 CedarCreek Platinum "Block 4" Pinot Noir 2011 Jackson-Triggs SunRock Shiraz 2010 LaStella Fortissimo Selezione...
Terroir: Peachland soirees pair local stories with local wine
Enjoy a tasteful evening exploring local stories and local wines with artist David McIntosh and photographer Andrew Barton in Peachland. The two-night event takes place at the Yellow Schoolhouse at 7 pm Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12. Performer David...
A tune to Art: Sculpture and Song
Renowned Canadian artist Joe Fafard has created a new series of 12 works that will debut on his Canadian tour, including two locations in the Okanagan Valley. The Fafard sculpture exhibition will start at 7pm with a short concert by Joel Fafard (son) and Joel Schwartz...
Search for Most Unique Business in the Okanagan
Valley votes for best businesses Valley residents from Salmon Arm to Osoyoos are weighing in on who will make the list for best business in the Okanagan Valley. From autobody shops to yoga studios, the Best of the Okanagan Awards are chosen annually by readers of...
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