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John Thomson The Thomson Report by John Thompson
John Thomson is the Okanagan's pre-eminent business columnist always keeping his readers coming back for more on where we are headed next.
Laurie Baird Home Finance by Laurie Baird
An Accredited Mortgage Professional, Laurie Baird provides guidance for getting a mortgage, a new home and planning a move.
Rallies and Reversals Rallies and Reversals by David Allard
David Allard has 16 years experience in the financial services industry, has a B.A. in economics and an M.B.A. He writes weekly on Market Trends.
Life Can Be Taxing Life Can Be Taxing by Andrew Pitre
Andrew is a Chartered Account with MacKay LLP where he specializes in the area of income tax.
Okanagan Business Examiner Okanagan Business Examiner on Castanet
The Business Examiner is Okanagan-based, run by locals, written for locals and dedicated to continuing our tradition of bringing you the most interesting, relevant and timely stories about business throughout our region.
Sales Meeting Minute Sales Meeting Minute by John Glennon
John is an accomplished sales person and manager with over 17 years sales and sales management experience.
Mark Jennings-Bates Real Estate by Mark Jennings-Bates
Mark's "Insider Report" provides current and potential Okanagan homeowners the information they need to make a successful transaction, whether for investment, vacation or personal use.
Donald Robichaud Build Your Business by Donald Robichaud
As the President of FloodLight Consulting Donald Robichaud works as a business coach and marketing consultant to assist entrepreneurs, small and mid size businesses with their Sales, Marketing and Branding of products and services.
Keri Grenier INJURYwise by Keri Grenier
Keri Grenier is a lawyer with Doak Shirreff LLP. In her column Keri provides practical information about personal injury claims in a format that is simple and easy to understand.
Behind The Wheel Behind The Wheel by Tim Schewe
Tim Schewe, has been writing his traffic column for most of the 20 years in his traffic enforcement service in the RCMP. Schewe retired from the Force in January of 2006.
Crimestoppers Okanagan Crimestoppers
Okanagan Crime Stoppers is a non-profit community based crime solving program working in conjunction with the police, the media and the public.
From Behind the Chair From Behind the Chair by Loyal Wooldridge
Loyal's passion is to empower men and women feel fabulous while never losing sight of the core of style: design and experience.
Heather Zias Cosmic Connections by Heather Zais
Psychic Heather Zais had a vision of her own future at the age of 11 that covered about 20 years of her life. The rest is history.
David Crawford Humour - Something Like That by David Crawford
David Crawford lives in Kelowna and is a proud husband and father of 8-year-old twins. During the day he leases commercial equipment for Capri Intercity Leasing.
Jarrod Thalheimer Ad Fool by Jarrod Thalheimer
A short, humorous look, at current television ads by a freelance writer who spends far too much time watching TV.
Colm O'Reilly Colm's Column by Colm O'Reilly
Colm O'Reilly is a musician and playwright who has lived in Kelowna for the past fifteen years.
Cate Eales Computers by Cate Eales
Cate Eales has been helping people make online computing safe, accessible and fun for over 20 years.
Jim Martin Wine Gourmet by Jim Martin
Jim Martin of Central Park Liquor Merchants takes his readers through tasting techniques and reviews of the best wines that he comes across.
Chef Martin Pair of Gourmands by Chef Martin
Chef Martin has experience in culinary art and pastry art - a career that spans over 20 years working in Quebec, Alberta, British Columbia and the Caribbean.
Shane Christoffer The Secret Ingredient by Shane Christoffer
Executive Chef Shane Christoffer has created culinary experiences across Canada for thousands of guests from St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, in New Brunswick to Whistler, in British Columbia.
Catherine Frechette Ripe with Surprises by Catherine Frechette
This column gives Catherine the chance to share with you the many things that make Kelowna unique and unforgettable so that you can glean ideas of places to visit or take guests when they come to town.
Clayton Kessler Tracks and Trails by Clayton Kessler
Clayton's love of the outdoors has grown from childhood experiences that began in the Kootenay's.
Eleanor Diekert Roots and Fruits by Eleanor Diekert
Eleanor Diekert leads you down the garden path for a discovery of tastes to tempt your palate and teem your plate.
Chef Martin The Passionate Gardener by Ken Salvail
Ken's passion for Landscape Horticulture comes naturally and his experience mades him a great resource for plant and garden advice.
Henry Sawatzky Marriage Matters by Henry Sawatzky
Henry is a professional Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience.
Mitzi Jo Families in Balance by Mitzi Jo
Mitzi Jo, has worked with children for over 10 years in Vancouver and Kelowna and has raised two very grounded and healthy teenagers.
Pastor Dave Oh! Canada! by Pastor David Kalamen
"Oh! Canada!" reflects Pastor Dave's love for the Canadian people and this nation, and brings a refreshing perspective to local and national issues of common concern.
Dr. Sam T. Reimer Rhyme and Reason by Dr. Sam T. Reimer
Dr. Sam T. Reimer of Restoration Counselling Services helps individuals, couples and families find, restore and/or maintain a sense of wholeness, balance, and healthiness in their emotional life and relationships.
Annie Hopper Emotional Rescue by Annie Hopper
As a Core Belief Counsellor, Annie Hopper unearths any outdated core beliefs that are blocking you from love, joy and success in your life.
Dr. Paul Latimer Your Mental Health by Dr. Paul Latimer
Explore the subject of Your Mental Health with psychiatrist Dr. Paul Latimer.
Lori Rockl Moving in the Right Direction by Lori Rockl
Lori Rockl explores the mind-body connection and has found that Pilates and yoga are excellent tools for healthy living.
SPCA Pets by the SPCA
The Kelowna and Vernon SPCA feature their pets of the week as well community donation wish lists.
Dr. Brent Barlow Natural Health News by Dr. Brent Barlow
Dr. Brent Barlow is a Naturopathic Physician practicing at Okanagan Naturopathic Healthcare in downtown Kelowna.
Dr. Troy Wellness & You
Dr. Troy Wielgosz of Okanagan Chiropractic Corp, is helping people feel better and live more productive and active lives.
John Sherman Homeopathy by John Sherman
John G. Sherman DCH is a professional classical homeopath and registered member of the British Columbia Society of Homeopaths.
James Kaufman Needle Notes by James Kaufman
James Kaufman is a Registered Acupuncturist trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine. He practices at the Okanagan Acupuncture Centre in downtown Kelowna.
Karen Luniw Attraction in Action by Karen Luniw
Karen Luniw is a Personal and Business Attraction Expert, CEO of The Business Attraction Center and The Law of Attraction Center. Karen walks individuals through a process so they can attract more of what they want in life and business.
Stockwell Day Weekly Commentary by Stockwell Day
Stockwell Day is the Member of Parliament for Okanagan-Coquihalla and Minister of International Trade in the federal Conservative government.
Ron Cannan MP Report by Ron Cannan
Ron Cannan is the Member of Parliament for Kelowna / Lake Country and sits on sits on the Standing Committee on International Trade and Scrutiny of Regulations Committee.
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