The issue was that we couldn’t afford to just come back and hope one of us would get a good job.
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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
Read more of the original stories celebrated in our 30th-anniversary issue.
Summer sips: An informative pour
Sip, savour and get upclose and personal with winemakers. Grand Sommelier Express Saturday, June 24, Summerland Get on the express and enjoy the natural beauty of Summerland as the Bottleneck Drive wineries get set to offer a unique event that pairs wine and food with...
Best of Show 2017
Best of Show 2017 For the 2017 Okanagan Life Best of BC Wine Awards, we brought together a panel of select independent, experienced wine judges from the trade, restaurant and education sectors who selected the award winners. These are our Best of Show wines. Best Red...
Largest tasting of BC VQA wine supports Ocean Wise
The Wines of British Columbia's Chef Meets BC Grape multi-city event returns for its thirteenth season. The largest tasting of BC VQA wines in Western Canada brings the best of BC Wine and food to Calgary, Victoria and Vancouver, highlighting all things grown,...
Home for bighorn
Earth, Wind, Fire gala raises funds for land The Nature Trust of British Columbia is working to secure 35.4 hectares of critical habitat for bighorn sheep on the east side of Skaha Lake in the Okanagan. With flat benchlands interspersed through the steep hills, the...
Spring Awakening is taking the stage in Kelowna
Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Spring Awakening is taking the stage in Kelowna. "This storytelling approach in our intimate space will be electrifying,” says Artistic Managing Director, Randy Leslie. “The Performance Troupe will introduce our...
Championship food and wine pairings
Kelowna Culinary Championship food and wine pairings – Gold Medal Plates