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Osoyoos Council meeting highlights
November 10, 2016 - 12:09 PM

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Okanagan College helps fill Penticton’s coming need for construction workers
October 31, 2013 - 3:24 PM

Last week’s announcement of a major resort-style housing development in Skaha Hills is welcome news for the regional economy and highlights the need for more construction professionals.

Greyback Developments Ltd. and the Penticton Indian Band Development Corporation announced the project, which will be located on a 550-acre site on the shores of Skaha Lake west of the Penticton. Groundbreaking is expected to take place in November, with sales to proceed in March of 2014.
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Osoyoos Council meeting highlights