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- Hardly Sirius (not a typo)Kristin Peturson-Laprise 6:00 am - 4682 views
- Times are a-changin'Ross Freake Aug 17 - 4983 views
- Put your dog on a leashMark Jennings-Bates Aug 17 - 11821 views
- Libs didn't give all the factsDan Albas Aug 16 - 5913 views
- Insta-FakeMarla O'Brien Aug 16 - 6750 views
- Do you feel understood? Aug 15 - 3047 views
- Garagiste gals and guysAllison Markin Aug 15 - 2851 views
- In the crosshairsTim Schewe Aug 14 - 3956 views
- Message getting busy signalPaul Hergott Aug 14 - 4297 views
Happy Gourmand Happy Gourmand is about enjoying life and living in the moment, and sharing that joy to keep those good vibes going.
Hardly Sirius (not a typo) Aug 18, 2018
Top 3 campfire snacks Aug 11, 2018
An old-fashioned good time Aug 4, 2018
Top 3 campfire snacks Aug 11, 2018
An old-fashioned good time Aug 4, 2018
Transitions Ross Freake is the columns editor at Castanet.
Times are a-changin' Aug 17, 2018
Are you a fox or hedgehog? Jul 11, 2018
That's no bull Apr 28, 2018
Are you a fox or hedgehog? Jul 11, 2018
That's no bull Apr 28, 2018
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.
Put your dog on a leash Aug 17, 2018
Cool jazz on a hot night Aug 10, 2018
Return to Morocco Aug 3, 2018
Cool jazz on a hot night Aug 10, 2018
Return to Morocco Aug 3, 2018
Dan in Ottawa Dan Albas, MP for Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola, keeps us posted on what's going on in Ottawa.
Libs didn't give all the facts Aug 16, 2018
Tweet causes tantrum Aug 9, 2018
Libs backpedal on carbon Aug 2, 2018
Tweet causes tantrum Aug 9, 2018
Libs backpedal on carbon Aug 2, 2018
Writer's BlocWelcome to Writer’s Bloc, a column for guest writers to share their experiences with our readers.
Do you feel understood? Aug 15, 2018
Lemon or lemonade? Aug 1, 2018
A new measure of success Jul 27, 2018
Lemon or lemonade? Aug 1, 2018
A new measure of success Jul 27, 2018
Okanagan Taste Allison Markin tastefully explores the wine, libations and food scene in the Okanagan, with thoughtful commentary and reviews of her favourite bottles.
Garagiste gals and guys Aug 15, 2018
Party at a Feast of Fields Aug 1, 2018
Lisbon's wines: Part 2 Jul 18, 2018
Party at a Feast of Fields Aug 1, 2018
Lisbon's wines: Part 2 Jul 18, 2018
Behind the Wheel A veteran columnist and traffic enforcement officer with the RCMP, Tim writes on all things traffic-related.
In the crosshairs Aug 14, 2018
Almost is not good enough Aug 7, 2018
Can you pass a driver's test? Jul 31, 2018
Almost is not good enough Aug 7, 2018
Can you pass a driver's test? Jul 31, 2018
Achieving Justice Lawyer Paul Hergott is most drawn to, and passionate about, pursuing fair compensation for injured victims.
Message getting busy signal Aug 14, 2018
Accountability on fire? Aug 7, 2018
Use your medical benefits Jul 31, 2018
Accountability on fire? Aug 7, 2018
Use your medical benefits Jul 31, 2018
Skywatching Astronomer Ken Tapping shows you the sky and the stars.
Lake under Martian ice cap? Aug 13, 2018
Close encounter with Mars Aug 4, 2018
To the stars Jul 28, 2018
Close encounter with Mars Aug 4, 2018
To the stars Jul 28, 2018
It's Your Money Certified financial planner Brett Millard translates complex investment, insurance and planning jargon into language everyone understands.
What's in a name? Aug 13, 2018
Giving the right way Aug 6, 2018
Is your retirement plan risky? Jul 30, 2018
Giving the right way Aug 6, 2018
Is your retirement plan risky? Jul 30, 2018
The Happiness Connection Reen Rose shares strategies to help you find happiness.
The marital two step Aug 12, 2018
Successful-marriage secret Aug 5, 2018
Change you, change world Jul 29, 2018
Successful-marriage secret Aug 5, 2018
Change you, change world Jul 29, 2018
Heather's Horoscope What's in your future? This is your horoscope stop, with psychic Heather Zais.
Horoscope: Aug. 12-18 Aug 12, 2018
Horoscope: Aug. 5-11 Aug 5, 2018
Horoscope: July 29-Aug. 4 Jul 29, 2018
Horoscope: Aug. 5-11 Aug 5, 2018
Horoscope: July 29-Aug. 4 Jul 29, 2018
Mortgage Matters April Dunn has been assisting clients to purchase, refinance, or renew their mortgages for over 20 years.
Mortgage pre-approval first Aug 11, 2018
1st time home-buying blues Jul 28, 2018
BofC rate increase Jul 14, 2018
1st time home-buying blues Jul 28, 2018
BofC rate increase Jul 14, 2018
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.
A father's lament Aug 8, 2018
Overcoming the blocks Jul 25, 2018
Marshmallows and skeeters Jul 11, 2018
Overcoming the blocks Jul 25, 2018
Marshmallows and skeeters Jul 11, 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.
Parents' worst weekend over Aug 8, 2018
Growing up is hard to do Jul 25, 2018
Grads taking over the world Jun 27, 2018
Growing up is hard to do Jul 25, 2018
Grads taking over the world Jun 27, 2018
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.
Want to be a millionaire? Aug 8, 2018
Great strategy for landlords Apr 24, 2018
Investing in real estate Jan 29, 2018
Great strategy for landlords Apr 24, 2018
Investing in real estate Jan 29, 2018
The Mortgage Gal Mortgage professionals Laurie Baird and Tracy Head provide guidance for obtaining a mortgage, a new home, or planning a move.
Don't be overwhelmed Aug 6, 2018
Mortgages and fire season Jul 23, 2018
Mortgage papers you'll need Jul 9, 2018
Mortgages and fire season Jul 23, 2018
Mortgage papers you'll need Jul 9, 2018
Mindful Communications Christy Lehmberg focuses in on the ups and downs of reality and how to navigate this bumpy road we call life.
Manifest your future Aug 3, 2018
Lessons from the World Cup Jul 20, 2018
Little tubes of death Jul 6, 2018
Lessons from the World Cup Jul 20, 2018
Little tubes of death Jul 6, 2018
MP Report Stephen Fuhr proudly serves as your Member of Parliament for Kelowna-Lake Country.
Good news for families Jul 23, 2018
2 women make their mark Jul 5, 2018
Canada and NATO Jun 26, 2018
2 women make their mark Jul 5, 2018
Canada and NATO Jun 26, 2018
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.
Real estate confusion Jul 13, 2018
New rules for real estate Jul 8, 2018
Tax hurts Okanagan May 18, 2018
New rules for real estate Jul 8, 2018
Tax hurts Okanagan May 18, 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
Ordinary Heroes Richard James Deacon has a finger on the pulse of those doing good in the Okanagan.
Hero's hurrah for fathers Jun 28, 2018
Sandbaggers do great work May 31, 2018
Celebrating civic duty May 3, 2018
Sandbaggers do great work May 31, 2018
Celebrating civic duty May 3, 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.
Dr. Oz's Vet Advice Dr. Oz of Rose Valley Veterinary Hospital provides expert advice and information about our pets.
Is your pet too fat? May 23, 2018
Jack Frost can bite your pet Jan 3, 2018
Corn (on the cob) in the dog Nov 6, 2017
Jack Frost can bite your pet Jan 3, 2018
Corn (on the cob) in the dog Nov 6, 2017
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
The Art of SpeakingPublic speaking and presentations are skills that can be learned and one of the most successful ways is through Toastmasters.
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.
Starry, starry nights Mar 3, 2018
Happy new theatre year Jan 1, 2018
A post-war love story Nov 5, 2017
Happy new theatre year Jan 1, 2018
A post-war love story Nov 5, 2017
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.
To query for information or to submit your idea, please e-mail [email protected]. If submitting an idea, please give a brief write-up of the idea along with a short sample of your writing (paste sample directly into the body of the email).
