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Stucco Surgeon: Repairing Stucco Brings Business Success

Ever wonder what allows one company to withstand market changes when other companies offering the same services struggle? Local business entrepreneurs Karl and Sumner Dunn understand the answer to that question and have used that knowledge to grow Stucco Surgeon’s very successful stucco repair business, from a micro-business to healing homes from Kamloops to Vernon, Kelowna down to Penticton, and even Abbotsford.

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Eliminating Concrete Hazards While Protecting Your Home Investment

Throughout the BC interior, Accurate Concrete Services is a company well known for their concrete jacking work. Raising up sunken or crooked concrete slabs – indoors and out - are their specialty. Did you know that Accurate Concrete Services is also in the business of protecting your property investment?

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Garage Princess Alley Goes Full Fashion

Owner Sheila Lemoine is happy to share her wealth of fashion knowledge. Even though the store is one of Penticton's top-rated women's clothing stores, you might be forgiven for not knowing about its excellent inventory. That is because Garage Princess Alley is a hidden-in-plain-sight gem with more than one specialty.

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Sturdy Foundations, Lasting Impressions: Choose Twincon for the Okanagan's Best Concrete Services

Twincon Enterprises, based in Penticton BC, specializes in an array of concrete services that cater to every home and business owner's needs. Their expertise extends to creating decorative concrete pool decks, and building foundations from homes to warehouses.

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Cultivating Success: Twincon's Expertise in Vineyard Grading

"Grading takes expertise, and knowing how to move the land takes skill." ~ Twincon Enterprises’ President, Chris Dandurand

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Blasting Through Barriers: How Twincon Enterprises Shapes the Okanagan Landscape

Twincon Enterprises in Penticton is one of the leading earth-moving companies in the Okanagan Valley, with a broad portfolio of projects ranging from industrial to residential developments. Their team of experienced professionals is committed to delivering high-quality services that meet the unique needs of each project they take on.

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TwinCon Enterprises' HydroVac: Leading Excavation into the Future

TwinCon Enterprises Ltd. in Penticton is one of the largest excavation companies in the Southern Interior. For over fifteen years, the company's expertise and reliability in earth moving, subdivision development, and civil construction has firmly established its excellent reputation in traditional excavation services on large projects. However, using state-of-the-art HydroVac technology is now expanding the way they approach the challenges of safe and cost-efficient excavation.

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Discovering Deals: The Big Box Outlet Experience

With the cost of living steadily increasing, finding a store that makes everyday life more affordable is a pleasant surprise. Big Box Outlet Store is the go-to destination for Western Canada's bargain hunters. For nearly 40 years, this family-owned retail outlet has been providing customers with a wide range of quality products. From electronics and clothes to home goods and groceries, Big Box Outlet Store has everything shoppers need under one roof.

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Heritage Retirement Residence – Enrich Your Lifestyle In Your Golden Years

Retirement can be a great experience if you plan it right. And choosing the right accommodation is important when enjoying your golden years. Whether you're looking for yourself or a loved one, The Heritage Retirement Residence in West Kelowna is the perfect place to call home after retirement.

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Shop Canadian Appliance Parts For Your DIY Appliance Repairs

Christina prides herself in her commitment to customer service. She offers competitive pricing, and her knowledge of major appliance repair issues is extensive, so much so that she considers herself the DIY consumers' tech line.

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Unique toenail service not typically offered at clinics or spas, now available in Kelowna

It is a common misconception that ingrown nails, or thick/discoloured toenails, are predominantly a problem for the geriatric population. However, all age groups can suffer from a variety of toenails concerns.

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Summerland Credit Union: Membership Means Something

Summerland Credit Union has been proudly serving the Okanagan Valley for more than seventy-five years. The Credit Union staff are truly dedicated to providing members with exceptional service and innovative financial solutions that meet their needs. They also take pride in its commitment to giving back through its support of over 70 local community groups and charities in Summerland, B.C

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Award-winning Laser Skin Treatments at Namaste Day Spa

Everyone deserves to treat themselves every once in a while—and what better way to do it than with a spa day? Namaste Spa offers its clients more than just traditional spa treatments. Located in downtown Kelowna with an amazing 12th-floor view overlooking Okanagan Lake and the mountains, it's the perfect place to get pampered while you rest and relax.

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Kiwi Pharmacy Explains Why Compounding Is Important

Kiwi Pharmacy and Wellness in Kelowna is more than a normal retail pharmacy. Their services reach beyond what you would find in any drugstore to include onsite compounding, travel medicine vaccinations, and an array of medical aesthetic skin care treatments.

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A Western Way of Life

Tucked away in Kamloops, we’re lucky to have a treasure trove of tack and supplies. For horse riders, ranchers, hunters, or city residents - The Horse Barn is a place that has everything you need.

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Custom Welding On Call

Sometimes equipment breaks and needs to be fixed — fast. Or, maybe you’ve thought about adding a decorative metalwork piece to your home garden or a unique fence or gate.

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Residential & Janitorial Cleaners to Love

For more than 30 years, Aim Cleaning Concepts in Vernon, B.C. has provided clients with a “wow, I love my place” feeling. They want you to live your best life, right where you are.

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Okanagan Outlet Stores Offer High-end Value at Affordable Prices

Summer has arrived and it’s time to get outside. If you’d hoped to update your patio furniture and grab that new outfit too, consider a visit to the B.C.-owned Big Box Outlet Stores in Kamloops, Vernon, Kelowna and Penticton.

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Custom Stucco Repair with a Smile

Will you be noticing unsightly stucco problems during your summer cleaning this year? Will you be heading into cold weather again, this coming fall, without fixing potential breaches in your home’s moisture barrier? Did you know that we have a B.C. stucco expert specializing in small repairs for existing homes?

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Summer is Coming – It’s Time for Tree Pruning, Spraying & Root Fertilizing

Have the trees on your property had their health check-up? Did you know that tree and hedge longevity and safety can benefit from regular tree maintenance by a knowledgeable, certified arborist?

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The Benefits and Choices for Landscaping In The Okanagan

Professional landscaping increases curb appeal, that lovely view from the sidewalk presented to the community. If you’re planning to sell or evaluate your property, this is an important aspect for boosting value and attracting prospective buyers. Whether you list your home or stay, investing in professional landscaping services is worth the time, effort and money spent to create a comfortable setting.

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Winter winds wreak havoc on standing timber

Sub-zero temperatures and frigid winds whipping through the valleys of the Thompson-Okanagan can wreak havoc on even the strongest of trees. It’s for that reason that Kamloops-based Pine Valley Tree Services, which serves Kamloops, Kelowna, Vernon, Salmon Arm and surrounding areas, maintains a year-round maintenance program.

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Caring for Trees: Call your local Pine Valley Tree Service Team

In 1982, when Larry Kwak was 13 years old, he started working part-time for his dad’s tree service company in Abbotsford. He chipped branches, tree limbs and foliage that the climbers cut down. By 16, he was one of the climbers — working with his dad after school and developing what would be a life-long passion for trees. More than 40 years later, he is still climbing while he runs a large tree services business, Pine Valley Tree Service and Landscaping. 

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Getting Your Excavation Project Done Right

Municipalities, developers and custom home builders have been relying on TwinCon Enterprises’ excavation expertise in the south Okanagan for more than 10 years. They provide equipment, trades and project management services for large civil construction, subdivision, and excavation projects. Located in Penticton, B.C., they are an excellent choice for small residential projects or larger commercial development

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Canadian Appliance Parts is your go-to stop for all your appliance needs

Canadian Appliance Parts is your go-to stop for all your appliance needs. Located in West Kelowna, B.C., they offer you a fully stocked store, and expert advice to find the right solution. With over 35 years in business, they know how to get the parts you need to get your appliances working again. From dishwashers, microwaves, dryers, water filters to rangehoods, their store carries a variety of parts and helpful information.

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Get your documents signed with ease and confidence with Charlene

Charlene Silvester is your local Notary. She grew up in Vernon, B.C. and after high school she continued her education and received her bachelor’s degree in education.

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Imagine Pools and Waterscapes is your one-stop pool company

Imagine Pools and Waterscapes is a one-stop-shop, not only when it comes to creating your backyard oasis but also maintaining it. This Vernon-based, family-owned and operated company, has been serving Okanagan residents since 2004, with a goal of providing customers with years of worry-free enjoyment.

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TwinCon Enterprises - your excavation expert

When it comes to excavation, civil construction, subdivision development and earthworks, TwinCon Enterprises has you covered. The Penticton-based company, with its large inventory of heavy equipment, can get your job done no matter the challenges.

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Covers make patios and decks year-round outdoor leisure space

Got shade? If not, a patio or deck cover could be just what you need.

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Collaboration helps two Kamloops businesses grow

Two Kamloops businesses that are very different are sharing space and ideas on growing their businesses. Thanks to collaboration and the support they are giving each other, the two businesses are growing in ways that neither anticipated.

Based out of the same 12 Street location on The Shore, Team Approach Property Services (TAPS) and Kamloops Art Party (KAP) have worked side-by-side for the past year

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Penticton company keeping pests at bay in the Okanagan

When it comes to protecting your property against unwanted insects and rodents, your best defense is Your Pest Defense. The Okanagan-based structural pest management company, Your Pest Defense is a family-owned and operated business that works in the residential, commercial, industrial, food processing and health industries.

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At Gallery 421, affordable art is within reach

When people think of collecting art, many think it’s a rich person’s endeavour. But Kelly Hanna says that’s not so. Hanna, co-owner of Gallery 421 in Kelowna’s South Pandosy neighbourhood, says the thought that good art has to be expensive is wrong.

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In the market for new windows? Call Nagy Brothers Windows

When it comes to replacing your home’s windows, Nagy Brothers Windows is a clear choice. Based in West Kelowna, the 10-year-old company has developed a solid reputation for its work, its service and for the products it carries.

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Making your money work for you

Steven Theimer makes people’s money work for them. The Penticton-based consultant with IG Wealth Management says the importance of financial planning cannot be stressed strongly enough, but it is not always a message that gets through to some people.

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