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.
South Okanagan Events Centre
The South Okanagan Events Centre is celebrating a milestone anniversary this month. For the past five years, the SOEC has played host to a wide range of major events, drawing crowds from throughout the region for top-notch entertainment. Their recent line-up is both...
Gray Monk Estate Winery
Perched above Okanagan Lake with stunning panoramic views of mountains, vineyards and the lake, Gray Monk Estate Winery offers guests a true taste of the Okanagan lifestyle. BC’s oldest family owned and operated winery, Gray Monk gets its name from the English...
Maple Leaf Spirits
Add something new to your wine tour: a visit to Maple Leaf Spirits Craft Distillery tasting room. Enjoy our award-winning spirits and liqueurs to celebrate that special day in your life—for Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthday or anniversary. Try gold medal winner Aged...
Boyd Autobody and Glass
It’s no accident that we’ve been voted Okanagan Life’s best auto body repair facility 12 different times! From hot rods and custom car-bqs to fixing your 93 Honda, we do it all. We use cutting edge processes and technology, and do everything possible to give each and...
Fashion Addition 14+
Fashion Addition 14+ has revolutionized the fashion industry in favour of plus-sized women. With popular labels including Spanner, Simpli, Jones New York, Eileen Fisher, KOKOMARINA and more, our stores offer a range of styles from sophisticated to casual and...
A 9-11 Tribute
As we mark another September 11th, we pulled the column from Paul's Voice from September 2011, the tenth anniversary. So much can happen in 10 years. As a magazine writer, there are times that I struggle to find the right subject, words and emotions to create a column...
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