Secure your spot for upcoming events and webinars designed to inform, inspire, and connect the business community. These upcoming sessions offer opportunities to learn, stay engaged, and network with fellow industry and community members.


Artist Opportunities Info Sessions

The City of Kelowna's Cultural Services Team is hosting two virtual sessions, "designed to walk participants through available grants and programs, answer questions and build confidence before applying." The sessions will be held at the following times:

  • June 10, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
  • June 11, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Visit the City of Kelowna website to learn more and to register. 


Kelowna Chamber's 120th Anniversary Celebration

On June 11, the Kelowna Chamber will host its 120th Anniversary Celebration at the Laurel Packinghouse, marking the occasion with a special cake cutting. Event guests will enjoy live music, small bites, drink vendors, and plenty of opportunities to connect and network. Find more details and purchase tickets on the Kelowna Chamber website. 


Top 40 Under 40 Celebration

On June 18, the Kelowna Chamber and presenting sponsor, BDO, will present its Top 40 Under 40 at an evening celebration, taking place at Sandhill Wines from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Learn more and register through the Kelowna Chamber website. 


AI Visibility for Business Growth: Turning Attention into Sales

WeBC is hosting a Fireside Chat, facilitated by one of its Business Advisors, Archana Samtani, to explore how businesses can use AI to drive sales. The online session takes place from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on June 18. Visit the WeBC website to learn more and to register. 


TOTA Iconics Workshop and Round Table

Join the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) team for an in-person workshop that will "provide information about TOTA’s efforts and resources in the region, how to engage with the Destination BC Iconics, the importance of wellness experiences in the region, and how to navigate the new world of AI and ensure you maintain relevance on digital platforms." The session takes place on June 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register on the TOTA website. 


Business After Hours & Coffee Socials

Central Okanagan community organizations and business improvement associations regularly host business coffee socials and business after-hours events—click the links below for more info on those being held in the coming weeks:


Upcoming Regional and National Events


Do you have an upcoming event or webinar that would be of interest to those in the tourism industry? Please email us so we can include the information in our next roundup.