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Arts and culture will once again take centre stage as the month-long Culture Days festivities kick off this week. This national campaign, which runs from September 24 until October 24, promotes inclusivity, awareness, participation, and engagement in arts and culture in Canadian communities. …
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Numerous organizations continue to host webinars and virtual events, while also starting to bring back in-person events, to provide learning and networking opportunities and facilitate discussions on a variety of topics. Here are some of the upcoming events you can attend…
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In June of this year, the Government of Canada passed legislation to introduce a new federal statutory holiday in response to one of the calls to action (#80) outlined by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. September 30 will mark the first observance of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which, as noted on the Government of Canada website, will provide “an opportunity to recognize and commemorate the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools, and to honour their survivors, their families and communities…
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Numerous organizations continue to host webinars and virtual events to provide learning and networking opportunities and to facilitate discussions on a variety of topics. Here are some of the upcoming webinars and events you can attend…
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The regional COVID-19 restrictions for Kelowna and the Central Okanagan—initially implemented in early August and then put in place for the whole Interior Health region a short time later—have now been amended in conjunction with the launch of the proof of vaccination requirement on September 13…
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Tourism Kelowna is currently supporting the City of Kelowna in renewing its 5-year agreement with the Province of British Columbia for funding through the province’s MRDT (Municipal and Regional District Tax) program. This is a lengthy application process that involves the development of an updated strategic plan, extensive consultation with business and community partners, and gathering letters of support from local accommodators, businesses, and the City of Kelowna. …
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This year has been filled with many challenges, and we know that our industry has been immensely affected not only by the continuing COVID-19 pandemic but also by a season of devastating wildfires and smoke. As an organization, Tourism Kelowna wanted to spread a little joy among the amazing people that make up our industry and personally thank them for the great service they provide. …
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Starting today, September 13, certain businesses, services, and events will need to verify proof of vaccination from all BC residents and visitors to the province who are 12 years of age or older. …
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The Labour Day long weekend coincided with the final days of Meet Me on Bernard (MMOB) for 2021. The program, which saw the 200 - 500 blocks of Bernard Avenue open to pedestrian foot traffic only for July and August, had a very successful first year given the ebb and flow of permitted activation types, provincial health orders, and weather conditions…
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Provincial health officials have outlined full details of the BC Vaccine Card, which will be required to be shown as proof of vaccination to access certain businesses, services, and events. …
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