Tolko exec singled out for career in North American forest industry
A man whose long and storied career in forestry brought him to Vernon has been honoured by his industry. Bob Fleet, who serves as Vernon-based Tolko...
Central Okanagan Foundation hires Albertan as executive director
Central Okanagan Foundation has found a permanent executive director. Kristine Bugayong is the new boss of the foundation, taking over from interim executive...
Okanagan College Apprentice Hiring Project puts first-year apprentices to work
Businesses looking to hire first-year apprentices can receive government money for doing so. Okanagan College’s Apprentice Hiring Project offers $5,000...
Okanagan College trying to bring employers and future employees together
Okanagan College has created a new program that will help its students get into the workforce. Careers Hub is an online tool designed to support students on...
Greater Westside Board of Trade puts out call for annual Key Business Awards
Greater Westside Board of Trade is once again searching for its best businesses, non-profits and entrepreneurs. The chamber of commerce’s 22nd annual Key...
First unionized Sephora store files complaint for unfair labour practice
The union that represents Sephora employees in Kamloops has filed an unfair labour practice complaint with the BC Labour Relations Board. The Kamloops location...
Peachland property destined for townhomes sold for more than $3 million
A prime piece of Peachland property recently sold for more than $3 million. The 1.17-acre townhouse site, located at 5971 Princess St., was purchased for $3.07...
Argus Hospitality Group donates 15% of hotel room sales to wildfire charities
Argus Hospitality Group has donated a total of $8,000 to several Central Okanagan charities in the wake of last month’s wildfires. The business, which...
Arlene Dickinson will speak at inaugural Women in Business Conference
A new conference for women in business will feature a well-known Canadian entrepreneur as a guest speaker. Arlene Dickinson will deliver the keynote address at...
Okanagan Housing Awards accepting nominations for best builds
It’s time for Central Okanagan’s best builders to put forth their best creations. The 31st annual Okanagan Housing Awards, presented by the Central...