NDP revives animation credit
A tax credit is being restored for the animation industry in the Okanagan after it was axed by the NDP government in the 2024 budget. During a news conference on Thursday, new finance minister Brenda Bailey announced several changes to boost the film and TV industry in B.C. After an outcry from the animation sector, […]
Enderby company set to step up
Where will growers go for supplies now that BC Growers Supply is closing following its operator, BC Fruit Trees, applying for creditor protection earlier this year? One Enderby-based, family-owned business said it’s working hard to be able to fill the gap when the busy season hits this spring. Ken and Ethan Clancy are the father and son […]
Moon Curser winery sold
There are new owners at a well-known Osoyoos winery. Sukhi, Gurjit and Harjit Dhaliwal, who come from a family of accomplished South Okanagan grape growers, have purchased Moon Curser Vineyards on the East Bench in Osoyoos. Chris and Beata Tolley, the winery’s founders, plan to retire in 2025 after two decades of shaping Moon Curser […]
Postal strike hurting charities
Empty envelopes with stamps affixed to them are stacked up at Freedom’s Door. The Kelowna charity, which has been helping men achieve a sober life for the last 20 years, put out a news release Wednesday, saying the postal strike is deeply affecting their bottom line. “For charities, the end of the year is a […]
Housing award nominees unveiled
Begrand Fast Design leads the way with nine nominations for the 32nd annual Okanagan Housing Awards of Excellence. The Central Okanagan chapter of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association conducts the awards show each year to celebrate the best in new home construction, residential renovation and interior design. This year’s awards gala will be held on […]
Job fair looking for employers
Registration is now open to employers looking to secure a spot at the annual Start Here Penticton Job Fair this coming spring. On March 19, 2025, hundreds of prospective employees will check out booths about local job opportunities at Penticton Trade and Convention Centre. “This event attracted more than 900 people through its doors last […]
Store closing after 65 years
Charlie’s Corner Store is closing its doors after 65 years in business in Vernon. “That gap of expenses and income shrinks, the equipment’s getting older, and we just came to a decision saying I think it’s time to retire and look for something else to do,” said owner Tom Maxwell said. The store has gone […]
Tenants expected in spring
Three years after ground was broken on the ambitious Water Street by the Park development that is transforming the lower block of Leon Avenue, tenants are expected to begin arriving soon. Project co-founder Anthony Beyrouti told Castanet he expects move-in for the smaller 24-storey building closest to City Park sometime in the spring. Move-in for […]
Greenery looks to expand
A Kelowna cannabis shop is hoping to open a second store in the city. Greenery Cannabis Boutique, which is located in Commerce Plaza along Highway 97, recently submitted a rezoning application for a property a few kilometres up the road, near Reid’s Corner. The company is asking the City of Kelowna to rezone 102-3699 Hwy […]
Joey Kelowna reopens Friday
Joey Kelowna is throwing a party to celebrate its grand reopening after an extensive renovation. The restaurant, which is located on at 300-2475 on Hwy 97, will unveil its new look on Friday, Dec. 13, after more than two months of work on the interior. It will also feature a refreshed menu to go along […]
