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.
2016 Best Restaurants – Best Bakery
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2016 Best Restaurants – Best Coffee/Tea House
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2016 Best Restaurants – Best Caterer
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2016 Best Restaurants – Best Cultural Dining
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2016 Best Restaurants – Best Vegetarian
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2016 Best Restaurants – Best Seafood – Best Steak
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