News Items tag as: Penticton affordable housing

Penticton's demographics aren't helping efforts to provide affordable housing
March 28, 2018 - 5:00 PM

PENTICTON - Stakeholders from throughout the region interested in creating more affordable housing heard Penticton has some issues to overcome at a symposium today.
Province invests in affordable housing in Penticton with motel purchase
August 11, 2016 - 5:30 PM

PENTICTON - A new opportunity for affordable housing will soon be available in Penticton with the province's purchase of the 42 unit former Bel Air Motel.
Penticton champions new affordable housing project, but at what cost?
November 09, 2015 - 4:30 PM

PENTICTON - The city is getting a big boost to affordable housing, but it’s going to come at the eventual relocation of the Penticton Lawn Bowling club.
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iN DISCUSSION: Hot takes on cold facts
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Why it's so hard to find locally grown celery in Okanagan, Kamloops
Celery is crunchy, delicious and a main staple in kitchens all over the world, but it’s particularly difficult for Thompson-Okanagan residents to source locally. In response to President Donald Trump’s trade tariff threats, Vern

Cayman Islands votes for Parliament seats and holds a referendum on possessing marijuana
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New short-term rental bylaw means some in Kamloops may not be available
New licensing rules are putting pressure on Kamloops homeowners hosting short-term rentals, and some may not be allowed any longer. A new bylaw will require hosts get business licenses, bringing Kamloops in line with similar restrictions ac

Penticton's demographics aren't helping efforts to provide affordable housing