News Influencing Thompson Okanagan Business
KELOWNA
Gladys Fraser
Gladys Fraser has been appointed to the Board of Directors of ETSI-BC (Economic Trust of the Southern Interior) as a Provincial Appointee.
The Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas is set to deliver State of the City on February 12 at the Coast Capri Hotel Banquet Room.
Andrew Narten has recently joined the Noble BC Kelowna team as the new Business Manager.
Derek Schlapbach has been promoted to Project Manager at Troika Management Corp, while Greta Hamilton has taken on the role of Safety Manager.
ETSI-BC (Economic Trust of the Southern Interior) will be accepting applications for the Spring Funding Intake from March 10 to April 11, 2025.
WeBC is celebrating its 30th anniversary in Kelowna on February 20.
Argus Properties has officially submitted a Development Permit Application for a new 59-unit rental housing project on Pandosy Street—right across from the Kelowna General Hospital.
Dallas Gray
Dallas Grayhas been promoted Director of Leasing and Public Relations at Argus Properties Ltd.
Craddock Law joins DuMoulin Boskovich LLP in Kelowna, effective February 3, 2025.
Alta West Capital will sponsor Breakfast to Remember 2025 in support of the Alzheimer Society of B.C, on February 27 at Coast Capri Hotel, Kelowna.
The owners of the Burger King restaurant on the corner of Orchard Plaza have applied for rezoning in order to make a few changes to the property that would allow the construction of a new drive-thru and restaurant.
The Rock The Lake’s Battle of the Bands is set to take place at Red Bird Brewing on February 28 and March 1.
The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra is set to present its Mainstage Series with a program called Rachmaninoff & Glazunov, showcasing Canadian saxophonist Allen Harrington as the guest soloist. Concert dates are set: Feb. 7 in Kelowna, Feb. 8 in Penticton, and Feb. 9 in Vernon.
The Bridge Youth & Family Services and Westbank First Nation are hosting the Indigenous Allyship and Two-Eyed Seeing Workshop on March 18, 2025, at the Laurel Packing House in Kelowna.
Nicolle Gomez de Sousa
Nicolle Gomez de Sousa has been promoted to Director of Business Development at Tourism Kelowna.
The Greater Westside Board of Trade is having their February Business After Hours at Connector Brewing on Feburary 20th from 5-7 pm at 101-331- Carrington Road.
The Key Business Awards presented by Coast Capital Savings has officially sold out!
The Coast Capri Hotel is now Biosphere Certified.
CoreCon It Solutions Inc, specializing in simplifying technology for small and medium-sized business has launched.
KAMLOOPS
The Fun Factor Fun Centre – Laser Tag Bowling Bumper Cars is celebrating its 35th anniversary.
Isla Adderson
Isla Adderson, BBA, CPA, has been promoted to Manager at Avanti CPA effective January 1, 2025.
The Ice Cream Social is relocating to its new location at 622 Tranquille Road.
The Ladies on the Shore business luncheon at Chances Casino Banquet Room is scheduled on February 24th.
ASK Wellness Society celebrated the opening of Pathways Shelter at 142 Tranquille Road in Kamloops.
For the third consecutive year, the City of Kamloops has been recognized by MovieMaker Magazine as one of the top locations to live and work as a moviemaker.
Round Room Live and Sesame Workshop have teamed up to unveil an exciting new live show, Sesame Street Live! Say Hello, on June 12 at the Sandman Centre, located at 300 Lorne Street.
Artists in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District are invited to submit their work for a significant exhibition happening from March 7 to March 15, organized by the Kamloops Arts Council. Applications are due by February 15.
The City of Kamloops is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 Community Art Grants. These grants promote the development and awareness of the arts in our community by supporting creative and impactful projects.
Community Futures Thompson Country is presenting: The Big Pitch. This competition offers early-stage entrepreneurs a rare and exciting opportunity to present their concepts to a diverse panel of local business professionals. Participants will receive invaluable feedback, gain significant exposure, and vie for the grand prize of $5,000, sponsored by Venture Kamloops and Community Futures Thompson Country.
Maaza Indian Kitchen + Bar Kamloops is the newest hotspot in downtown Kamloops.
PENTICTON/OLIVER/OSOYOOS
Joel and Linda Chamaschuk, co-owners of Chain Reaction Winery, are set to host the 2025 edition of Big Hearts, Small Bites, a special event for Valentine’s Day weekend on February 15. Several wineries, including Bench 1775, Blackwood Lane, Four Shadows, Howling Bluff, Lake Breeze, Laughing Stock, Moraine, Ruby Blues, Three Sisters, Tightrope, Township 7, and Upper Bench, will participate in the event.
The Rotary Club of Penticton is set to host a Super Bowl Sunday fundraiser on February 9 at the Barley Mill Brew Pub. The event will support the Starfish Pack Program, providing nutritious food for kids in need in Penticton to take home for the weekend after a week of school.
Blasted Church Vineyards‘ operations director Tanya Martin has been recognized as one of Wine’s Most Inspiring People for 2025.
The 8.4-acre Foxtrot Vineyards on Gawne Road in Naramata has been acquired by Silhouette Cellars Ltd. for $1.8 million.
SALMON ARM
The Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce is urging residents and businesses to prioritize shopping Canadian-made products, supporting local enterprises, and strengthening interprovincial trade to tackle ongoing tariffs and trade challenges.
The 29th Annual Best of the Shuswap Pie Baking Contest is set for February 22, 2025, at The Mall at Piccadilly, Centre Court.
Tickets are on sale for the 3rd Annual Salmon Arm Rescue Unit Dinner & Dance Auction on March 7th at the SASCU Recreation Centre Auditorium.
The 3rd Annual Hot Chocolate Tasting Trail is back and will run until February 28th.
Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce is relocating after several great years at Community Futures. This change comes as Community Futures expands its team to launch new programs and strengthen its support for local entrepreneurs.
The Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce welcomes its new member, LASS (Literacy Alliance of the Shuswap Society).
The second Business After Business event of 2025, hosted by WorkBC, will take place at 101 310 Hudson Ave NE on February 11.
VERNON
Nextgen Nails and Spa opens at 3208–30th Ave., located between Cobbler’s Rack and Boa Thong Restaurant.
Ara Metzner’s Caken Me Crazy, located at 3300 30th St. in Vernon, closed its doors for good at the end of 2024.
Registration for this year’s North Okanagan business bootcamp will close on February 7th, and the final pitch event will be held at the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre on May 8, 2025.
North Valley Gymnastics Society (NVGS) is set to introduce new training programs at their facility, focusing on trampoline and tumbling skills, along with dryland training, under the leadership of coach Angel Gold.
The 65th annual Vernon Winter Carnival is going Back to the ‘80s for 10 days of fun, which kicks off Friday, Feb. 7 with Balloon Glow at Kal Tire Place.
The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce welcomes new member KTN Electric, White Spot Vernon, Save-On-Foods, Comfort Keepers and Red Road Recovery.
SUMMERLAND
The Summerland Waterfront Resort is excited to announce its support for United Way BC – Southern Interior Game Night featuring the West Kelowna Warriors on Saturday, February 8th. The resort will be donating a one-night stay in a one-bedroom suite, including a delivered breakfast basket, for the draw during the game.
The Summerland Fall Fair Annual General Meeting will take place on February 19th at the George Ryga Arts and Cultural Centre, located at 9525 Wharton Street, Summerland.
Cleo Mediterranean Pizzeria, located at 13415 Rosedale Ave, Summerland, is introducing vibrant and fresh Mediterranean flavours.
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