Kelowna, Canada’s First UNESCO City of Gastronomy: What It Really Means
Kelowna is Canada’s first UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. If you’re wondering what this designation means and why Kelowna received it, here’s a closer look…
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The Spirit of the Lake: nx̌aʔx̌ʔitkʷ and the Lifeblood of the Okanagan
Imagine yourself at the heart of Kelowna, captivated by the beauty and expansiveness of Okanagan Lake. The sounds of the waves lapping at the shore, intense on windy days and barely audible when the weather is calm. The refreshing feel of the water against your skin as you dive in on a hot day, or the spray that hits your face on a boating adventure. Whether you call Kelowna home, visit regularly, or find yourself in the region for the first time, there are so many activities centred around Okanagan Lake…
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Top 7 Things to Do Over the July Long Weekend in Kelowna
The July long weekend is when Kelowna truly hums to life. The valley is bursting with sunshine, patios buzz with laughter, and the lakes? Irresistible. Whether you’re a first-timer or a regular visitor, here are seven ways to soak up the best of Kelowna this long weekend…
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Get to Know the Okanagan’s Indigenous People by Visiting These Important Locations
Growing up in the UK, I didn't learn about the Indigenous peoples of Canada in school. Everything I have learned about Canada's Indigenous cultures has come since my family immigrated to Canada in 2004…
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