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.
Joining Forces
As one of the most highly respected insurance and investment planning firms in BC, the Peacock Sheridan Group (PSG) is very excited to have Rusty Bracken and his clients join the team. Rusty’s primary goal when looking to become part of an advisory firm was to find a team that would …
Western Financial Group: Knowledgeable Staff
Western Financial Group is a leader in providing insurance, financial and banking services in over 85 communities, to more than 550,000 individuals and businesses in Western Canada through its Network retail locations, its affiliated insurance brokers, Western Life Assurance Company and Bank West.
Legendary Timepieces
Family owned and operated La Roca Watch & Jewellery has been proudly serving the Valley since 2000 and has been voted best jeweller in the Okanagan by the readers of Okanagan Life. Specializing in watches and unique jewellery, La Roca offers rare and collectible pieces …
On the Move
Harmony Acura is bubbling with excitement as the team moves to a stunning new showroom conveniently located on Kelowna’s Enterprise Way auto strip. Until April, they’re sharing space next door with Harmony Honda, but everybody is pumped about getting into the new digs.
Gaming for Good
Two-hundred-and-fifteen million hours each day are spent on online gaming, but what if every day the leisurely hours spent in front of a simple computer screen had the potential to spark positive change throughout the world? Kelowna’s own Hoopla.com is turning this exciting, revolutionary concept into a reality.
DermMedica – Kelowna Vein & Skin Solutions
You don’t feel yourself. Jeans don’t fit well. Dresses don’t drape like they should. And there isn’t enough exercise you could possibly do or anything you’d be willing to try that’s going to get rid of those bulges affectionately known as the muffin top or bra bulge....
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