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.
The Multiplier Effect: Why you should include print magazines in media mix
A new study finds the inclusion of print magazines in media mix drives purchase intent. Survey Says: brands in print = more reader trust. Adding print magazines to any other media channel delivers stronger consumer brand affinity and purchase intent, greater than any...
Parks Alive! partnerships bring more Canada 150 free concerts to community
Thanks to new partnerships with local arts organizations, Kelowna resid ents and visitors will enjoy two very special free concert events this month featuring world class JUNO nominees and Order of Canada recipients as part of the ongoing Sesquicentennial celebrations...
Helping endangered owl, Burrowing Owl’s charitable contributions soar past $1 million
The Okanagan's Burrowing Owl Estate Winery is proud to announce a milestone in its support of charitable organizations including the Burrowing Owl Conservation Society of BC. As of August 1, 2017 the winery had raised $1.02 million, which has benefited not only the...
World wine award for Mission Hill Pinot Noir – 95 points
Mission Hill is proud to announce that their 2015 Terroir Collection No. 43 Reflection Point Pinot Noir has earned the title of ‘Best Canadian Pinot Noir’ and ‘Best Canadian Red Wine’ at the prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards held in London, UK. The Pinot Noir...
Sun knocks off Kamloops Broncos 36-0
The Okanagan Sun rode key performances from both the offence and the defence, Sun knocks off Kamloops Broncos 36-0 at the Apple Bowl on Saturday night. With starting quarterback Keith Zyla dealing with a lower body injury, Nick Wenman got the start under centre for...
Lightbody tennis tournament for the heart in its 16th year
Tennis, bocce ball and cycling enthusiasts are invited to the 16th annual Tennis and Bocce by the Lake event, a celebration of community and sport to benefit Kelowna General Hospital. This year, the event takes place September 15-17. The event, hosted by Walley...
