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- E-scooter 'storm' coming?Paul Hergott 6:00 am - 353 views
- Get rid of those booksRae Stewart Jul 22 - 6017 views
- Grab that $384,000Brett Millard Jul 22 - 9432 views
- Telling your story honestlyReen Rose Jul 21 - 3802 views
- Horoscope: July 21-27Heather Zais Jul 21 - 8056 views
- Confronting drug addictionTania Gustafson Jul 20 - 6429 views
- Support our communityKristin Peturson-Laprise Jul 20 - 1893 views
- Footprints on the moonKen Tapping Jul 19 - 7126 views
- Make Canada great. AgainMark Jennings-Bates Jul 19 - 5458 views
Achieving Justice Lawyer Paul Hergott is most drawn to, and passionate about, pursuing fair compensation for injured victims.
E-scooter 'storm' coming? Jul 23, 2019
Cost of needing cannabis Jul 16, 2019
Injuries can change a person Jul 9, 2019
Cost of needing cannabis Jul 16, 2019
Injuries can change a person Jul 9, 2019
How's Your Waste Line? Get rid of those books Jul 22, 2019
You can get the right fix Feb 22, 2019
A conversation about gifts Dec 20, 2018
You can get the right fix Feb 22, 2019
A conversation about gifts Dec 20, 2018
It's Your Money Certified financial planner Brett Millard translates complex investment, insurance and planning jargon into language everyone understands.
Grab that $384,000 Jul 22, 2019
Say yes to free money Jul 15, 2019
Retire as a millionaire Jul 8, 2019
Say yes to free money Jul 15, 2019
Retire as a millionaire Jul 8, 2019
The Happiness Connection Reen Rose shares strategies to help you find happiness.
Telling your story honestly Jul 21, 2019
Don't wait to be pushed Jul 14, 2019
Updating your beliefs Jul 7, 2019
Don't wait to be pushed Jul 14, 2019
Updating your beliefs Jul 7, 2019
Heather's Horoscope What's in your future? This is your horoscope stop, with psychic Heather Zais.
Horoscope: July 21-27 Jul 21, 2019
Horoscope: July 14-20 Jul 14, 2019
Horoscope: July 7-13 Jul 7, 2019
Horoscope: July 14-20 Jul 14, 2019
Horoscope: July 7-13 Jul 7, 2019
FIT Talk With Tania The FIT Nutritionist, Tania Gustafson, educates and shares valuable tips to help people achieve their health and weight loss goals without dieting and live longer, stronger, better lives, naturally.
Confronting drug addiction Jul 20, 2019
It's Time to Step Up Jul 6, 2019
Moo the milk away Jun 22, 2019
It's Time to Step Up Jul 6, 2019
Moo the milk away Jun 22, 2019
Happy Gourmand Happy Gourmand is about enjoying life and living in the moment, and sharing that joy to keep those good vibes going.
It's All About . . . Mark writes about ways to improve on success in our lives, with ideas to help stay focused for growth and development.
Dan in Ottawa Dan Albas, MP for Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola, keeps us posted on what's going on in Ottawa.
Okanagan Taste Allison Markin tastefully explores the wine, libations and food scene in the Okanagan, with thoughtful commentary and reviews of her favourite bottles.
Playing charcuterie board Jul 17, 2019
The art of al fresco Jul 3, 2019
Summer wine magic Jun 26, 2019
The art of al fresco Jul 3, 2019
Summer wine magic Jun 26, 2019
New Thought Food for the mind and the heart, to encourage an awakening of the power and potential within everyone.
MP Report Stephen Fuhr proudly serves as your Member of Parliament for Kelowna-Lake Country.
Economic forecast positive Jul 16, 2019
Proud of Kelowna Pride Jun 20, 2019
Helping small business grow Jun 3, 2019
Proud of Kelowna Pride Jun 20, 2019
Helping small business grow Jun 3, 2019
Behind the Wheel A veteran columnist and traffic enforcement officer with the RCMP, Tim writes on all things traffic-related.
Mortgage Matters April Dunn has been assisting clients to purchase, refinance, or renew their mortgages for over 20 years.
Reverse mortgage FAQs Jul 13, 2019
Buying a vacation home Jun 29, 2019
Is your mortgage portable? Jun 15, 2019
Buying a vacation home Jun 29, 2019
Is your mortgage portable? Jun 15, 2019
Investment Real Estate With a well-deserved reputation as a real estate renegade, AJ Hazzi has been shaking up the Kelowna real estate scene since 2002.
Investment secrets Jul 10, 2019
Kelowna's real estate reverb May 31, 2019
Investing with $50k Apr 19, 2019
Kelowna's real estate reverb May 31, 2019
Investing with $50k Apr 19, 2019
Bonnie on Stage Bonnie Gratz is the Artistic Director of Kelowna's New Vintage Theatre, and offers us an exciting insider's view of local theatre.
Play this summer Jul 8, 2019
Hopping on the Stu-Bus May 18, 2019
Little shop has its horrors May 14, 2019
Hopping on the Stu-Bus May 18, 2019
Little shop has its horrors May 14, 2019
The Mortgage Gal Mortgage professionals Laurie Baird and Tracy Head provide guidance for obtaining a mortgage, a new home, or planning a move.
Your home-buying team Jul 8, 2019
First-time buyer incentive Jun 24, 2019
Mortgage homework Jun 10, 2019
First-time buyer incentive Jun 24, 2019
Mortgage homework Jun 10, 2019
Dr. Oz's Vet Advice Dr. Oz of Rose Valley Veterinary Hospital provides expert advice and information about our pets.
Writer's BlocWelcome to Writer’s Bloc, a column for guest writers to share their experiences with our readers.
Vancouver Island adventure Jun 17, 2019
Just say no to new Jun 6, 2019
Don't sleep with your horse Jun 3, 2019
Just say no to new Jun 6, 2019
Don't sleep with your horse Jun 3, 2019
Transitions Ross Freake is the columns editor at Castanet.
Planting in the garden of life May 19, 2019
You wear the mask Apr 26, 2019
You're really it! Apr 12, 2019
You wear the mask Apr 26, 2019
You're really it! Apr 12, 2019
Just Add Salt! Lisa Salt, along with her husband Gord Fowler from Calgary, lead one of the most successful and dynamic real estate teams in the North Okanagan.
How to stage to sell May 3, 2019
Stress-free rental ownership Apr 5, 2019
Home design trends, Part 2 Mar 6, 2019
Stress-free rental ownership Apr 5, 2019
Home design trends, Part 2 Mar 6, 2019
On Your Father's Side David Trifunov is a freelance journalist, writer and editor based in Kelowna. He’s the proud father of three girls and the humble author of three middle-grade books for reluctant readers.
Shouldering the load Mar 14, 2019
It's chickenpox, run! Feb 28, 2019
Everyone needs a Kelly Feb 20, 2019
It's chickenpox, run! Feb 28, 2019
Everyone needs a Kelly Feb 20, 2019
The Art of SpeakingPublic speaking and presentations are skills that can be learned and one of the most successful ways is through Toastmasters.
Tech Talk Trevor Sharp, an information technology specialist, guides you through the ever-changing world of high tech, making your computing experience secure, functional and relevant.
Big Brother is watching Jan 18, 2019
Shopping the tech way Dec 21, 2018
Don't throw away the gold Dec 7, 2018
Shopping the tech way Dec 21, 2018
Don't throw away the gold Dec 7, 2018
Mindful Communications Christy Lehmberg focuses in on the ups and downs of reality and how to navigate this bumpy road we call life.
Feel the fear, do it anyway Aug 24, 2018
Manifest your future Aug 3, 2018
Lessons from the World Cup Jul 20, 2018
Manifest your future Aug 3, 2018
Lessons from the World Cup Jul 20, 2018
This is Life, Based on a True Story Tanya is a single parent to two teens, a mini dachshund, and somehow a cat. They cohabitate mostly happily in West Kelowna, despite the transit system being so bad.
When your kid comes out Aug 22, 2018
Parents' worst weekend over Aug 8, 2018
Growing up is hard to do Jul 25, 2018
Parents' worst weekend over Aug 8, 2018
Growing up is hard to do Jul 25, 2018
Getting Along With Your Computer The Technology Shaman helps make your online computing safe, accessible and fun.
Grind My Gears Bringing out the points of views from cyclist, drivers, and pedestrians. How to play safe on the roads out there.
Network to nowhere Jun 29, 2018
Safety, no compromising Jun 15, 2018
And the wheels roll on May 25, 2018
Safety, no compromising Jun 15, 2018
And the wheels roll on May 25, 2018
Talk to Me Fiona Patterson is a clinical psychotherapist in private practice who specializes in the treatment of trauma, depression and anxiety, grief and loss, and addictions.
The Joy of Travel Joy McGinnis shares her personal wanderlust and professional insight for emerging travel trends, destinations and useful "what now?" tips.
Design Chick Crispin Butterfield owns Urban Theory Interior Design, a full-scale design firm with savvy projects spanning Western Canada.
Real cost of renovating May 16, 2018
Must-visit design shops Apr 11, 2018
White hot interior design Feb 28, 2018
Must-visit design shops Apr 11, 2018
White hot interior design Feb 28, 2018
Writer submissions
Are you a writer, looking for a home to showcase your work?
We occasionally have openings for new columnists.
Successful writers will show that they have a solid plan for a column, and demonstrate that they can generate fresh ideas weekly or bi-weekly. You will have good writing skills, the ability to meet deadlines, and a willingness to work with us on changes that we deem necessary.
If accepted, your submissions will be kept in the range of 500 to 800 words.
As a Castanet columnist, you will have your own columnist page with masthead, along with excellent exposure to your work in the Okanagan region, as well as further afield.
Our columns are weekly and bi-weekly. We also have a Guest Column for occasional submissions.
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