Drinking and driving

If you drive, don't drink and if you drink, don't drive

A city of taxesAdam Wilson 11:00 am - 5109 views
Drinking and drivingTim Schewe 6:00 am - 5017 views
Launch your own podcastWade Paterson Oct 18 - 2776 views
Questions to askBrett Millard Oct 18 - 4455 views
Candy for your brainReen Rose Oct 17 - 8555 views
Horoscope: Oct. 17-23Heather Zais Oct 17 - 14306 views
Spousal buyout mortgageApril Dunn Oct 16 - 14133 views
Healthier ways of livingKristin Peturson-Laprise Oct 16 - 5236 views
International flights neededTracy Gray Oct 15 - 7164 views

Wilson on Water Street by Adam Wilson

Columnist Adam Wilson takes a critical look at what's going on at City Hall.

A city of taxes Oct 19, 2021
Sign of the times Sep 17, 2021
City is a real estate mogul Aug 26, 2021

Behind the Wheel by Tim Schewe

A veteran columnist and traffic enforcement officer with the RCMP, Tim writes on all things traffic-related.

Drinking and driving Oct 19, 2021
Tinted window rules Oct 12, 2021
More light on fog lamps Oct 5, 2021

The Art of Speaking by Wade Paterson

Public speaking and presentations are skills that can be learned and one of the most successful ways is through Toastmasters.

Launch your own podcast Oct 18, 2021
Ready to talk Sep 20, 2021
A pitch with purpose Sep 2, 2021

It's Your Money by Brett Millard

Certified financial planner Brett Millard translates complex investment, insurance and planning jargon into language everyone understands.

Questions to ask Oct 18, 2021
Finding the right advisor Oct 11, 2021
Financial planning Oct 4, 2021

The Happiness Connection by Reen Rose

Reen Rose shares strategies to help you find happiness.

Candy for your brain Oct 17, 2021
Perils of social media Oct 10, 2021
Truth and reconciliation Oct 3, 2021

Heather's Horoscope by Heather Zais

What's in your future? This is your horoscope stop, with psychic Heather Zais.

Horoscope: Oct. 17-23 Oct 17, 2021
Horoscope: Oct. 10-16 Oct 10, 2021
Horoscope: Oct. 3-9 Oct 3, 2021

Mortgage Matters by April Dunn

April Dunn has been assisting clients to purchase, refinance, or renew their mortgages for over 20 years.

Spousal buyout mortgage Oct 16, 2021
First-time home buyer tips Oct 2, 2021
Mortgage request declined Sep 18, 2021

Happy Gourmand by Kristin Peturson-Laprise

Happy Gourmand is about enjoying life and living in the moment, and sharing that joy to keep those good vibes going.

Healthier ways of living Oct 16, 2021
Clean eating Oct 9, 2021
Living on a magical street Oct 2, 2021

In Your Service by Tracy Gray

MP Tracy Gray serving her constituents of Kelowna-Lake Country

International flights needed Oct 15, 2021
Back to work Oct 1, 2021
Federal debt ticks up, up, up Aug 6, 2021

Skywatching by Ken Tapping

Astronomer Ken Tapping shows you the sky and the stars.

The search for Martians Oct 15, 2021
A system of stability Oct 8, 2021
Size of solar flares Oct 1, 2021

Dan in Ottawa by Dan Albas

Dan Albas, MP for Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola, keeps us posted on what's going on in Ottawa.

When will Parliament return? Oct 14, 2021
Vaccinated travel coming Oct 7, 2021
MP's report Sep 30, 2021

Writer's Bloc

Welcome to Writer’s Bloc, a column for guest writers to share their experiences with our readers.

B.C. hardening vax stance Oct 14, 2021
Gratitude in a time of Covid Oct 12, 2021
Food rescuing is mainstream Oct 11, 2021

By the ounce by David Wylie

By The Ounce is written by veteran journalist David Wylie, keeping you in the know about the growing weed industry. Follow on social media: @okanaganz.

Homegrown weed reviews Oct 13, 2021
New B.C. pot shop Sep 29, 2021
My vote goes to pot Sep 15, 2021

New Thought by Corinne Crockett

Food for the mind and the heart, to encourage an awakening of the power and potential within everyone.

A pain so great Oct 13, 2021
Paralyzed by perfection Oct 6, 2021
Attitude is everything Sep 29, 2021

FIT Talk With Tania by Tania Gustafson

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.

Thankful for second helpings Oct 9, 2021
Healthy eating Sep 25, 2021
Eat right, stress less Sep 11, 2021

On Balance by Bill Downey

Traffic safety seen through the lens of motorcyclist experience and knowledge.

Shiver me timbers! Oct 7, 2021
Smokin' your stops Sep 9, 2021
Insane attempts at passing Jul 22, 2021

Okanagan Taste by Allison Markin

Allison Markin tastefully explores the wine, libations and food scene in the Okanagan, with thoughtful commentary and reviews of her favourite bottles.

Prepared for giving Oct 6, 2021
A nose that knows Sep 22, 2021
Soup's on Sep 8, 2021

In A Pickle by Doreen Zyderveld-Hagel

Doreen always has had a knack for getting herself in a pickle, whether it be with wild animals or difficult people. She thinks the problem might be herself.

Recovery recounted Oct 4, 2021
The buck stops there Sep 6, 2021
A dog's wedding Aug 23, 2021

The Mortgage Gal by Tracy Head

Mortgage professionals Laurie Baird and Tracy Head provide guidance for obtaining a mortgage, a new home, or planning a move.

Cheaper not always better Sep 27, 2021
Mortgage preparation Sep 13, 2021
Right time to buy a home? Aug 30, 2021

Something From Everything by Matthew Rigby

Staggered attempts to make meaning and connections.

'The work I show up for' Sep 21, 2021
Wrong answers only Aug 19, 2021
Fire in the sky Jul 27, 2021

Bonnie on Stage by Bonnie Gratz

Bonnie Gratz is the Artistic Director of Kelowna's New Vintage Theatre, and offers us an exciting insider's view of local theatre.

Ready. Set. Fringe! Sep 16, 2021
Class of ‘87 on centre stage Jun 10, 2021
City's Theatre Angel retires Nov 26, 2020

Don't mess with a soprano by Sue Skinner

Sue Skinner tells us why we need art and artists in our life

Ready for an audition Aug 3, 2021
Shout-out to a mentor Jul 20, 2021
Behind the scenes Jul 6, 2021

Reflective Leadership by Myrna Selzler

Myrna works with organizations and individuals to turn their passion into impact.

Who's your hero? Jul 15, 2021
The Who is not you Jul 1, 2021
The Rule of 72 Jun 17, 2021

Transitions by Ross Freake

Ross Freake is the columns editor at Castanet.

Going into the cold May 31, 2021
Leaping into old age Apr 23, 2021
Seize the (eternal) moment Sep 12, 2020

Investment Real Estate by AJ Hazzi

With a well-deserved reputation as a real estate renegade, AJ Hazzi has been shaking up the Kelowna real estate scene since 2002.

2021 predictions for city Dec 17, 2020
A BRRRR strategy Oct 8, 2020
Sell high and buy low? Jul 30, 2020

The Joy of Travel by Joy McGinnis

Joy McGinnis shares her personal wanderlust and professional insight for emerging travel trends, destinations and useful "what now?" tips.

African Safari 101 Oct 21, 2019
Enjoy some Galapagos glory Oct 7, 2019
Your travel bucket list May 22, 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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