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Kelowna business helps Okanagan College gives trades students a warm welcome
May 07, 2016 - 1:30 PM

KELOWNA - As Okanagan College welcomed students and staff to its new Trades Training Complex last week, a donation of equipment from a local appliance dealer helped ensure it was a warm welcome.
Hugh Hanson Davidson - A Life in the Arts
March 25, 2016 - 3:00 PM

KAMLOOPS - In 2014, the Kamloops Art Gallery received a bequest of works of art from the private collection of Hugh Hanson Davidson (1930-2014). Davidson was a generous benefactor to the Gallery. He donated a number of works in 1998, as well as his library of books. The Gallery celebrated Davidson and his gift at a special reception in 2002, naming its library the Hugh Hanson Davidson Library.
Kelowna Kia supports Okanagan College trades training complex
July 14, 2015 - 5:08 PM

KELOWNA - With a vast network of automotive-related businesses, the region will continue to need skilled automotive service technicians says one Okanagan College donor who has come forward with major support for the College’s new Trades Training Complex.
Okanagan College receives big donation
June 03, 2015 - 2:09 PM

KELOWNA - The fundraising campaign for Okanagan College’s new trades training complex has officially raised more than $4 million toward its $7-million goal, with support coming from every corner of the Okanagan.
Andrew Sheret donation supports Okanagan College’s efforts to go green with new trades training complex
May 16, 2015 - 5:31 PM

KELOWNA - Inspired by Okanagan College’s goal of building one of the most sustainable trades training facilities in North America, a B.C.-based distributor of plumbing and heating supplies has stepped forward with major support for the $33-million renovation and expansion project.

Andrew Sheret Limited has pledged $50,000 toward the Bright Horizons Building for Skills fundraising campaign.
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Kelowna business helps Okanagan College gives trades students a warm welcome

Hugh Hanson Davidson - A Life in the Arts

Kelowna Kia supports Okanagan College trades training complex

Okanagan College receives big donation

Andrew Sheret donation supports Okanagan College’s efforts to go green with new trades training complex

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