2025 has been a banner year for sports and major events in Kelowna. Our city proudly hosted some of the largest events our community has seen: the return of the Montana’s Brier for the first time in 56 years and Country Music Week & the CCMA Awards, which were hosted in Kelowna for the first time. …
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Destination BC (DBC), in partnership with the Tourism Innovation Lab and Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA), recently announced the launch of a new program aimed at sparking and supporting innovative tourism ideas across Valleys & Vineyards , one of its new Iconics brands celebrating the…
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On September 27, visitors, residents, and local businesses came together once again for the 6th Annual Love for Kelowna Day, sharing their love for our region and celebrating the role tourism plays in shaping the vibrant community we call home. What began during the pandemic as a grassroots initiative has now grown into an event that reinforces the connection between residents, businesses, and the visitor economy…
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The City of Kelowna has reached another milestone in the redevelopment of Parkinson Recreation Centre (PRC), with a ground breaking ceremony that took place on April 30…
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Emergency Preparedness Week kicks off on May 4 and runs through May 10, 2025. Emergency situations impact local businesses, residents, and visitors, potentially affecting or influencing those travelling or planning a trip to our province or region, so being prepared is vital. …
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Tourism continues to be a vital part of Kelowna and area’s economy, lifestyle, and community identity. The 2024 Resident Perceptions of Tourism Survey, conducted in collaboration with Destination BC, provides valuable insights into how locals view tourism’s impact in their communities. The snapshot…
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Applications are now open for the 7th Okanagan Angel Summit. This annual investment event brings startups and investors together to connect, grow, and shape the future of BC tech…
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Tourism Kelowna recently attended the PACE (Partnership and Community Engagement) Forum, presented by Granicus | Simpleview and Miles Partnership, for the first time. The annual forum—which this year was held in late February in Cincinnati—brings together destination organization professionals to share best practices, learn from industry leaders, and discover new ways to drive success through collaboration and innovation. …
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This September, Kelowna will be at the centre of Canadian country music as the city proudly hosts Country Music Week 2025 and the 2025 CCMA Awards presented by TD. …
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Tourism Kelowna has been named one of three finalists for the Professional Excellence DMO or Sector Association Award at the 2025 BC Tourism Industry Awards, alongside Sunshine Coast Tourism and Tourism Fernie Society…
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