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Blasting Permit Extended at Tallus Heights Drive
December 13, 2017 - 3:07 PM

A blasting permit has been extended to accommodate the development of 20 lots as part of Phase 9 of the Tallus Ridge neighbourhood located at the south end of Tallus Heights Drive.
Blasting Activity to Continue for Tallus Ridge/Shannon Lake Area
January 31, 2017 - 3:57 PM

The City of West Kelowna is advising the public that blasting activity related to subdivision construction in the Tallus Ridge area will be extended to March 31, 2017.

A blasting permit, originally beginning October 24, 2016, has been extended for TT Contractors Ltd. for site blasting for Tallus Ridge Stage 8 on Paramount Drive in West Kelowna.

Blasting will be allowed Monday to Saturday, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
WFN Celebrates opening $5.5 million Youth Centre
January 28, 2017 - 12:53 PM

WESTBANK - Westbank First Nation proudly opened their new $5.5 Million Youth Centre at 1880 Quail Lane, Westbank, today. The general contractor for the project, WIBCO Construction, ensured the project was completed on time and on budget.

“I’m thrilled to be standing here with the community today as we open the doors to our new Youth Centre,” says Chief Roxanne Lindley.
Nicola Valley Hospital – Emergency Department Expansion
December 25, 2016 - 11:58 AM

MERRITT – Interior Health has chosen Kasian Architecture Interior Design and Planning Ltd. as the design consultant for the planned expansion and renovation of the Nicola Valley Hospital and Health Centre’s emergency department.

Kasian was chosen as the successful proponent from among nine submissions for a recent request for proposals (RFP) that closed Dec. 6.
Emergency department expansion launched at Merritt hospital
November 07, 2016 - 3:24 PM

MERRITT - Emergency health services in the Coquihalla corridor will be strengthened thanks to a planned expansion and renovation of the Nicola Valley Hospital and Health Centre's emergency department.
Okanagan College Trades Building wins top honours at SICA Commercial Building Awards
October 28, 2016 - 10:48 AM

KELOWNA – Okanagan College Trades Building was named the Judges’ Choice Best Overall entry in the 8th Annual Southern Interior Construction Association Commercial Building Awards Thursday, Oct. 27 at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel.
Blasting in Shannon Lake/Tallus Ridge area begins
October 24, 2016 - 2:08 PM

The City of West Kelowna is advising the public that blasting activity related to subdivision construction in the Tallus Ridge area, will occur beginning October 24th, 2016 and continue to December 2016.

A blasting permit has been issued to TT Contractors Ltd. for site blasting for Tallus Ridge Stage 8 on Paramount Dr. in West Kelowna.

Blasting will be allowed Monday to Saturday, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Southern Interior Commercial Building Awards finalists
October 07, 2016 - 3:13 PM

THOMPSON-OKANAGAN - Commercial and industrial buildings have been named as finalists for the 8th Annual Southern Interior Construction Association Commercial Building Awards, set for Thursday, Oct. 27 at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel in Kelowna.
Enderby prepares for phase two of Cliff Avenue construction
September 01, 2016 - 4:08 PM

ENDERBY - The second phase of Cliff Avenue construction begins following the Labour Day long weekend. This phase will complete the construction of Cliff Avenue from the Vernon Street intersection to the Bawtree Bridge.
Prescribed burn in Kenna Cartwright Park starts today
March 14, 2016 - 10:00 AM

KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops is partnering with the BC Wildfire Service, Kamloops Fire Rescue and a local contractor, who will act as burn boss, to perform a prescribed burn in Kenna Cartwright Nature Park this spring.
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