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.
Kelowna’s New Public Pier Opens for Culture Days
A key component in the revitalization of Kelowna’s downtown waterfront is now in place as the City of Kelowna and Westcorp celebrate the completion of the Downtown Marina and public pier with an Open House on September 27, 2013. Located off the shores of Kerry Park...
Paul’s Voice: Making Culture a Daily Habit
When an independent business marks 25 years, it’s a time for celebration. In hundreds of cities and towns throughout Canada, artists, groups, volunteers and supporters are joining together in a celebration of culture. Culture Days has set a lofty goal of having all...
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In Person: Shaun Bos
One Busy Woman of the Year “If you want something done, ask a busy person.” Kelowna’s Shaun Bos is one of those busy people and her efforts were recently recognized with the Sarah Donalda Treadgold Memorial Award as Kelowna’s Woman of the Year. As a child, Shaun moved...
Okanagan Life speaks with CBC Radio
Okanagan Life magazine and Byrne Publishing is marking its 25th year milestone in publishing with cultural celebrations across the Okanagan Valley. Okanagan Life first came off the press in September 1988. With a circulation from Salmon Arm to Osoyoos, we've...
Celebration & Party Guide
Whatever your special occasion, we’ve got the retailers, services and venues to help you celebrate. SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL SECTION For opportunities to be in a special section,...
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