News Items tag as: Gabrielle Adams

BC's drug crisis: Why everyone talks about 'stigma'
May 02, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Is stigma something the province should be fighting when it comes to battling the drug crisis? While current efforts are geared towards destigmatization, some experts believe stigma still has a role to play in addressing the crisis and others explain why it doesn't.
Indigenous knowledge and values add sustainability to Okanagan forest industry
April 28, 2024 - 7:00 PM

While forestry throughout BC is often regarded as unsustainably managed, a Westbank First Nation logging company is showing how, through Indigenous knowledge and values, sustainability can be brought back to the industry.
Accessing gender-affirming care proves difficult for Kelowna transgender man
April 28, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Being transgender comes with its fair share of challenges including discrimination, body dysphoria, mental health issues, access to proper healthcare, the list goes on. When it comes to being transgender in Kelowna, these challenges can be exacerbated.
Understanding treatment and recovery services offered by Interior Health
April 27, 2024 - 7:00 PM

As many individuals struggle with mental health and substance use issues, the province, through Interior Health, has made different recovery and treatment services available. Understanding the nuances between them and the multitude of services available can seem overwhelming but is also crucial.
Why tree planting in BC is not reforestation
April 27, 2024 - 6:00 PM

Tree planting in the wake of clear-cuts isn't as successful as it may seem and is causing dire consequences for local wildlife, increasing the risks of floods and wildfires and slowly killing forests, according to the founder of an Okanagan environmental group.
Okanagan business student working to perfect Imperfect Pop-Ups
April 27, 2024 - 3:30 PM

Imperfect Pop-Ups is an all-new event company geared towards offering unique, one-night events in Kelowna for those looking for new entertainment options.
TRIBUTE TO MOM: Vernon man running marathon a day to raise funds to fight cancer
April 25, 2024 - 7:00 PM

A Vernon man, with help from his partner, will be running one marathon a day during the month of May to pay tribute to his late mother and to raise funds for a life-saving piece of equipment at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital.
Night market launches in downtown Kelowna this summer
April 25, 2024 - 11:31 AM

The Downtown Kelowna Association has announced the launch of the Downtown Kelowna Night Market this summer and they are accepting applications for prospective vendors.
Barriere RCMP arrest man with multiple outstanding warrants for assault
April 24, 2024 - 10:36 AM

A man was arrested by the Barriere RCMP and the Southeast District Emergency Response Team.
BC Conservatives hold upper hand against BC United: poll
April 23, 2024 - 3:33 PM

A survey shows the BC NDP winning the 2024 provincial election while the BC Conservatives sit in a comfortable second place as BC United and the BC Greens trail behind.
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THOMPSON: Hey Canada, it's time to improve the Trans-Canada Highway
OPINION Twice a year, I drive 1,881 kilometres of the Trans-Canada Highway between Vernon and Winnipeg. Groucho Marx once said, “I’ve had a great evening…but this isn’t it.” In parody, l

Iconic Penticton Peach concession stand back in local hands
After a few years with an out-of-town operator, The Peach concession stand in Penticton has a local one. Ice cream and sweets shop Tickleberry’s is going to be operating the stand this summer as well as the Skaha Main concession stand

Cayman Islands votes for Parliament seats and holds a referendum on possessing marijuana
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The Cayman Islands are holding general elections on Wednesday, with voters choosing candidates from a record three parties vying for seats in Parliament. Two parties were created ahead of the elections: th

Vernon landlords ordered to pay tenants $17,500 loses appeal
A Vernon landlord, ordered to pay their previous tenants $17,500 because their mother didn't move into the rental for nine months after the tenants left, have lost an appeal. According to a May 2 BC Supreme Court decision, landlords Duc

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