Help Wanted in the Okanagan

The issue was that we couldn’t afford to just come back and hope one of us would get a good job.

Brandie Gariepy

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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

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Read more of the original stories celebrated in our 30th-anniversary issue.

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Progress 2019 Spotlight on Okanagan Business

Progress 2019 Spotlight on Okanagan Business

Progress 2019 brings you the latest from the following Okanagan businesses. We encourage you to support your communities- shop local.Ace Plumbing & Heating Allegria Homes  Banbury Lane Design Centre Bohemian Cafe & Catering  Chef's Edge Crowe...

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