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Okanagan’s first ‘net-zero’ home is insulated with hemp

In an effort to make construction more sustainable a Kelowna developer has built a home insulated with hemp.

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West Kelowna, Kamloops fall behind BC government's 'unrealistic' housing targets

Both West Kelowna and Kamloops are failing to meet the province's housing targets, and politicians at the Okanagan city are frustrated.

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'Skating on thin ice': Kelowna's housing sales well below normal

A BC real estate analysis report says Kelowna's housing market is "skating on thin ice" as February's sales were a mere fraction of what was expected.

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Popular Vacation Getaways to the South: Direct Flight Options from the Okanagan

As the Okanagan’s chilly winter months set in, many of us begin dreaming of escaping to warmer destinations. Fortunately, Kelowna International Airport (YLW) offers a variety of direct flight options to sunny getaways, making it easier than ever to plan your vacation to the south. Whether you are seeking a relaxing beach holiday, a vibrant city experience, or a peaceful desert retreat, there are plenty of options to explore!

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The Big Savings at Big Box Outlet Store Includes High-End Patio Furniture

Spring is not far away, and that means patio season is coming. Will you be ready? Check out your nearest Big Box Outlet Store location; they are already offering fabulous deals on patio sets you will not want to miss out on.

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BC woman who inherited $1.8M fights to stay in subsidized housing

A BC woman who inherited $1.8 million has failed in her attempt to change her mother's will so she wouldn't lose her disability benefits and housing.

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Kelowna rental property manager gets licence cancelled

The managing broker of a Kelowna property management company whose clients complained they hadn't gotten their money has been suspended.

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Why a TNRD director and former Tobiano owner is suing the golf community

The regional district director who oversees Tobiano is in suing the golf resort community over his failed efforts to build a home there.

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Developer pitches 4,000 'attainable' homes for Vernon

A Kelowna developer is proposing a huge development for Vernon featuring hundreds of affordably priced homes for a 1,000-acre site off Commonage Road.

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Kelowna surpassed provincial housing targets in 2024

The province has been pushing municipalities, including the City of Kelowna, to build more housing and it has done just that.

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Another uptick for Okanagan, Kamloops real estate sales

Sales and prices were largely up across the Okanagan and Kamloops in January as the real estate market had its fourth consecutive month of growth.

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Judge gives Okanagan RV park another chance to evict tenants

An Okanagan trailer park embroiled in a long-running dispute with several long-term residents will get another chance to collect more than $20,000 of back rent after a BC court sent the file back to the Residential Tenancy Branch.

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BC landlord to pay $10,000 for discriminatory comment to trans tenant

A BC landlord has been ordered to pay $10,000 to her former tenant, and one-time close friend, after she said she would be uncomfortable if the tenant changed their gender.

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Controversial North Kamloops supportive housing complex returns to council

A four-storey supportive housing complex is back on the table at Kamloops city council after it was postponed last year.

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BC realtor promised client a Kelowna condo, instead bought himself a house

A BC realtor who duped his neighbours out of $200,000 in an investment deal on a Kelowna condo spent the money on his own home.

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Kamloops mayor says 'deportations' could risk housing market

Kamloops is one of many BC cities badly squeezed for housing, but its mayor suggested too much supply in the rental pool could collapse the real estate market.

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Only 10 per cent of Kelowna rental building permits are affordable housing

Roughly 10 per cent of building permits for new rentals in Kelowna are going to be affordable, despite that the city's housing policy manager said the rental market is starting to make a turn for the better.

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Kelowna moves to loosen up short-term rental rules

Kelowna city council has decided to loosen up its short-term rental rules after a year of complaints from residents.

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