Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Officials have determined that a wildfire that prompted evacuation orders in West Kelowna, B.C., earlier this week was caused by a…
Kelowna, B.C., city councillor and former Member of Parliament Ron Cannan has officially entered the race for mayor, ending months of speculation about his political future ahead of this fall’s municipal election. Cannan launched his campaign Thursday at Evil Genius Artworx, a Rutland tattoo shop where a recent clash went viral between the owner and…
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A growing wave of extortion cases across British Columbia is raising concerns in Kelowna after police confirmed two reported incidents in the city so far this year. Kelowna RCMP say investigators are working with the BC Extortion Task Force to determine whether the local cases are connected…
When wildfires force residents from their homes, knowing an evacuation route exists may not be enough. A Kelowna, B.C., technology company is working to help emergency officials better understand the condition of back roads that could become critical escape routes during a disaster. Line up of cars trying to evacuate Kelowna in 2023. But what…
The banners are designed. The branding is finished. And the artwork that will define the look of the 2026 BC Summer Games is already appearing across Kelowna. But while the visual identity of the Games is complete, organizers say a major challenge remains: finding thousands of volunteers to help bring the event to life. Students…