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Survey finds huge majority of British Columbians say homeownership now a luxury

A survey from Habitat for Humanity Canada shows 87 per cent of British Columbians view homeownership as a luxury. 

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Why building permit values are down dramatically in Kelowna

Building permit values in Kelowna have gone down dramatically since last year, but that’s in part because of only a handful of major projects last year.

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Kamloops lags behind provincial housing targets

Kamloops is more than 200 homes short one year after the provincial government put the city on its housing naughty list.

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Big jump for Central Okanagan real estate listings, but sales still way down

Real estate sales in the Central Okanagan have started to pick up with the September to October increase in listings the largest in more than 20 years.

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Study says city policies drastically increase housing costs in Kamloops, Okanagan

A research paper explored how municipal government policies increase the cost of housing in B.C., and it showed that 40 per cent of a home’s cost in Kamloops and the Okanagan was due to the “zoning effect”.

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City council gives new vision for Kelowna Tolko mill site unanimous approval

Kelowna city council has unanimously approved going ahead with the new vision for the redevelopment of the 40-acre property on the north end of downtown.

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Cooling weather sends spiders into Kamloops and Okanagan homes

Hairy spiders shaped like pieces of popcorn are crawling into homes and doorways in Kamloops and the Okanagan, and while they are startling looking with giant abdomens and horns on their backs, the spiders are harmless.

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Kelowna trailer park residents face 'demoviction' from their affordable homes

Walking into Central Mobile Home Park in Kelowna you see well kept yards, towering evergreen trees, people walking their dogs and chatting with neighbours. The community of mostly seniors is slated to razed to make space for redevelopment but they don't know when.

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Discover Penticton: The Perfect Fall Travel Destination For Must-Do Activities!

As summer transitions to fall, the Penticton region of BC offers a stunning backdrop for travellers looking to experience the season’s beauty. Nestled between Okanagan Lake and Skaha Lake, Penticton is known for its scenic landscapes, vibrant wine culture, and outdoor adventures, making it the perfect fall travel destination.

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iN PHOTOS: Imaginative Halloween displays popping up in Okanagan, Kamloops

Halloween is approaching and some creative residents in the Okanagan and Kamloops are making things festive in their neighbourhoods with spooky displays.

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Kamloops realtor fined $40,000 for paperwork missteps

A Kamloops realtor has been fined $40,000 for failing to submit the correct paperwork while selling a couple of strata lot purchases five years ago.

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Kelowna builder proposing two projects with total of 335 new rental units

A Kelowna developer is proposing two new housing projects with a total of 335 rental units.

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BC sees drop in rental prices but rent still 25% more than 2021

Renting somewhere to live in Canada is 25% more expensive now than it was three years ago.

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Kelowna councillor concerned with 'shakiness' of latest downtown highrise proposal

A Kelowna city councillor expressed “shakiness” about a 40-storey tower proposed for the lot next to the University of British Columbia Okanagan’s downtown highrise debacle.

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Petition raises concerns about third tiny home project for homeless in Kelowna

BC Housing has announced a new tiny home community project in Kelowna's North Glenmore neighbourhood, but more than a thousand people have signed a petition raising concerns.

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Central Okanagan has quietest real estate month since 2012

In the Central Okanagan, there was half the number of single-family homes sold in September compared to the 10-year average.

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Kelowna couple living in highrise lose legal fight with strata over patio umbrella

A Kelowna couple who splashed out more than $2.5 million for a condo in the One Water Street building will have to brave the harsh Okanagan sun if they want to enjoy their huge patio after the building's strata banned patio umbrellas.

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'I lost $50K': An Okanagan summer without Airbnb

Lucie says she's never seen so few people during the Okanagan tourist season since she moved here almost a decade ago.

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