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Level Up: Out of Office kicks off with real conversations around AI, decision-making, risk, and what comes next. No hype, just clarity. #AILeadership #LevelUpOutOfOffice

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Level Up Out of Office AI Leadership: What Comes Next
AI isn’t a future conversation anymore. It’s already transforming how teams work, how decisions are made, and how quickly things can go si.
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Beer column: A farewell to Lighthouse with 4 tasty winter creations in one tidy little pack

The Victoria brewery recently shut down after 27 years in business, but some of their beers are still kicking at liquor stores around BC.

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Beer column: A farewell to Lighthouse with 4 tasty winter creations in one tidy little pack
We said goodbye to Lighthouse Brewing in Victoria at the end of January. The brewery has now shut down operations after 27 years in b...
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February 8, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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Olympics Day 1: Valérie Maltais wins Canada’s 1st medal, women’s hockey team wins big

It's the first individual Olympic medal in her fifth Games for the 35-year-old from Quebec.

Recap ⬇️

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Olympics Day 1: Valérie Maltais wins Canada’s 1st medal, women’s hockey team wins big
Canada is officially on the board after the first full day of action at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The first medal of the Mil...
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February 8, 2026 at 12:35 AM
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Fireside Festival lights up Kelowna

"Two days, two worlds - one unforgettable weekend."

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Fireside Festival lights up Kelowna
“Two days, two worlds—one unforgettable weekend,” was the tagline for the Fireside Music Festival, which celebrated its 11th year at.
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February 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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Kelowna weather: Cloudy, breezy, chance of showers increasing this evening

There may be the odd spit of rain during the day, but it's much more likely once the sun sets later on.

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Kelowna weather: Cloudy, breezy, chance of showers increasing this evening
Expect a cloudy day in Kelowna. There's a 30% chance of showers throughout the day as it climbs to a high of 7°C this afternoon.
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February 7, 2026 at 5:28 PM
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Highlights: Rockets lose Poletin to scary injury in win over Cougars

The Czech forward was knocked out during a fight only a few minutes into the game on Friday night.

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Highlights: Rockets lose Poletin to scary injury in win over Cougars
**Highlights from Friday night's victory can be found at the bottom of the story** The Kelowna Rockets got a hard fought win in Prince Ge.
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February 7, 2026 at 5:22 PM
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Everything is better in pairs, especially for your fitness goals! Win 2 Months of Unlimited Orangetheory Fitness for You and a Friend ($750 value).

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CONTEST ALERT! Crush Your Goals Together: Win 2 Months of Unlimited Orangetheory Fitness for You and a Friend
Are you ready to turn your "someday" into "Day One"? Orangetheory Fitness is giving away the ultimate fitness jumpstar...
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February 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Big things are happening in Kelowna business scene! Shane Jensen of New Quest Consulting Group explains why the "top-down" approach is a thing of the past and how to build a high-performance team today.

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Face of Leadership Development: New Quest Consulting Group
Shane Jensen, a Partner with New Quest Consulting Group saw the shifting tides of workplace culture long before they became mainstream conversations.
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February 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Okanagan Mounties ‘very concerned’ for well-being of missing 13-year-old boy

He was last seen on Sunday, Feb. 2, and reported missing that same day.

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Police ‘very concerned’ for well-being of missing 13-year-old boy last seen in Penticton
The Penticton RCMP is turning to the public for help as they search for a missing boy. According to police, 13-year-old Hunter McInni...
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February 7, 2026 at 2:38 AM
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Wine column: A tribute to Pinot Gris
The Okanagan's most-popular white wine. ⬇️
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Wine column: A tribute to Pinot Gris
This week's wine column is a little complicated. We're talking about Pinot Gris -- the Okanagan's most planted and most popular white w.
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February 7, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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15 super-chronic offenders racked up 1,355 police files in one year: Of course, Kelowna wants bail and sentencing reform
Mayor Tom Dyas testifies at justice committee hearing in Ottawa. ⬇️
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15 super-chronic offenders racked up 1,355 police files in one year: Of course, Kelowna wants bail and sentencing reform
We absolutely have to lead with this fact because it's so shocking and telling and disgraceful. In 2024, in...
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February 7, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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‘He competes hard’: Rockets sign 18-year-old forward Ryan Oothoudt

The Minnesota native began his junior career with the BCHL's Trail Smoke Eaters this season and will join the NCAA in the fall.

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‘He competes hard’: Rockets sign 18-year-old forward Ryan Oothoudt
Although the WHL trade deadline passed a month ago, the Kelowna Rockets have added a piece to the roster for the Memorial Cup run. Th...
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February 6, 2026 at 10:11 PM
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February 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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🎉 Kelowna, your week is packed! From Galentine’s nights & winter wine tastings 🍷 to live music & comedy 🎶, here’s what’s happening Feb 6–12. Don’t miss out and check our full list of events for this week!

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Now you KNow with Pamela and Nikki: Upcoming Events for February 6 to 12
Pamela's Highlights: Ladies Happy Hour at Train Station Dates: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM...
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February 6, 2026 at 2:00 AM
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Kelowna home sales start the year with a whimper
Sales are down, but prices managed to inch up. ⬇️
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Kelowna home sales start the year with a whimper
It's the doldrums on top of doldrums. January's housing sales in Kelowna were lacklustre, a continuation of below-par performance in an ext.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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Tourism Kelowna boss calls it quits
Lisanne Ballantyne has been CEO for eight years. ⬇️
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Tourism Kelowna boss calls it quits
There were good times -- and bad times -- during Lisanne Ballantyne's eight years as CEO of Tourism Kelowna. Ballantyne, who will step down as.
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February 5, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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Times are tough, British Columbians are buying fewer groceries, turning down the heat and cancelling vacations
It's all in the Post-Holiday Reset Report. ⬇️
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Times are tough, British Columbians are buying fewer groceries, turning down the heat and cancelling vacations
Ok, we British Columbians overspent over the holidays. And now, a little over a month into the new year, adjustments have to be made or have alread.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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Western Canada Basketball Tournament kicks off at KSS on Thursday 🏀

There are 3 days of non-stop action, including slam dunk and three-point contests, before a tournament champion is decided Saturday night.

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Western Canada Basketball Tournament kicks off at KSS on Thursday
It’s one of the biggest events of the year for high school sports in Kelowna. The 51st Western Canada Basketball Tournament presented by...
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February 5, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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Penticton artists unveil immersive installation at Kelowna Art Gallery

Danielle Savage and Alexandra Goodall's Home Without a Name runs from Feb. 7 through May 24.

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Penticton artists unveil immersive installation at Kelowna Art Gallery
Audiences can experience an immersive multi-media journey as part of a new exhibition to open at the Kelowna Art Gallery. Home Without a Name...
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February 4, 2026 at 7:26 PM
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Rugged steel, movable HQ, harsh-weather performance — see how container offices are changing the game for remote work. 💪 ✨

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What’s Built for the Middle of Nowhere? A Container Office
This container office is made for remote jobsites. When you’re working 200 miles from the nearest city, your team still needs a sec...
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February 4, 2026 at 5:25 PM
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Highlights: Overtime woes continue for Rockets in loss to Winterhawks

Tij Iginla scored a pair for Kelowna and Ty Halaburda hit a big milestone with the 100th goal of his WHL career.

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Highlights: Overtime woes continue for Rockets in loss to Winterhawks
**Highlights from Tuesday night's overtime loss can be found at the bottom of the story** The Kelowna Rockets are still winless in overti.
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February 4, 2026 at 5:22 PM
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Straight From DeHart - Feb. 4, 2026

🔽 The latest from #Kelowna city councillor Maxine DeHart! 🔽

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Straight From DeHart - Feb. 4, 2026
A hidden gem, MJ Asian Cuisine, has opened at #117 – 3640 Gossett Road in West Kelowna, owned and operated by delightful couple, Ryan...
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February 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Professional basketball is coming to Kelowna this summer 🏀

Vancouver will take on Saskatchewan in CEBL action at Prospera Place, which will be part of the first ever Kelowna HOOPFEST.

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Professional basketball is coming to Kelowna this summer
Kelowna is set to host a professional basketball game in June. The Vancouver Bandits of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) have partne.
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February 3, 2026 at 10:18 PM
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OHS launches 'Spay It Forward' campaign to tackle growing pet overpopulation crisis

“Before COVID, we were finally gaining ground. Over the past few years, we’ve lost that momentum. The need now isgreater than we’ve ever seen.”

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OHS launches 'Spay It Forward' campaign to tackle growing pet overpopulation crisis
The Okanagan Humane Society (OHS) has launched its annual Spay It Forward Campaign, a critical fundraising and awareness initiative...
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February 3, 2026 at 8:15 PM
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Ahead of Valentine's Day, Kelowna, Victoria and Vernon have 7 of the top 100 romantic restaurants in Canada
Restos at wineries, hotels and awesome downtown locales. ⬇️
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Ahead of Valentine's Day, Kelowna, Victoria and Vernon have 7 of the top 100 romantic restaurants in Canada
Cozy tables and booths, atmospheric lighting, sweeping water views, scrumptious eats and attentive, yet discreet, service. These are the hallm...
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February 3, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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🎶 Don’t miss Joe Grass live at the Mary Irwin Theatre on Feb. 18 with local support from Ezra Ben-Shalom! A night of music that’s fresh, heartfelt, and unforgettable. Presented by Rotary Centre for the Arts 🎸✨

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RCA Presents Country-Folk Artist Joe Grass with Local Support from Ezra Ben-Shalom
The Rotary Centre for the Arts is pleased to present acclaimed country-folk, singer-songwriter Joe Grass with local support from avant-folk artist, Ez.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM