Parks, Recreation and Culture News

Reminder: West Kelowna Fire Rescue Food Drive door-to-door campaign starts tonight!

Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024
 
West Kelowna Fire Rescue (WKFR) is collecting non-perishable food items and cash donations for the Central Okanagan Food Bank during its 27th Annual Holiday Food Drive. Firefighters are coming door-to-door throughout the community tonight and tomorrow evening.

Every $1 donated equals $4 in buying power for the food bank!

🙌 How to help:

• Door-to-door collection: Watch for firefighters and staff collecting non-perishable food and cash donations on:
  • Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 5 p.m. to 8...

Utility billing and business licence reminders in respect of postal strike

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 

In respect of the Canada Post strike, the City of West Kelowna is reminding customers of some important year-end billing information and online solutions, including how to check accounts, pay any balances owing on utility bills and renew business licences.

The City asks customers to, please, pay any outstanding utility bill balances by Dec. 31 to avoid additional interest charges. Customers can register or sign in to their online account to check balances and then pay...

Help West Kelowna Fire Rescue stock the shelves for local families this holiday season

Friday, Nov. 29, 2024
 
West Kelowna Fire Rescue (WKFR) is proud to partner once again with the Central Okanagan Food Bank to ensure no one goes hungry this winter during the 27th Annual Holiday Food Drive.
 
This year, WKFR will be collecting non-perishable food items and cash donations both door-to-door and at all four fire halls. In 2024, every $1.00 donated provides the foodbank with $4.00 in buying power!
 
🙌 How to help:

• Door-to-door collection: Watch for firefighters and staff collecting...

Get festive this season with West Kelowna's fun-filled events!

Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024

Join us for a magical holiday season in West Kelowna! We've got something for everyone, starting with Light Up, the Polar Pancake Pajama Party, Twinkle Tour and more!

✨Light Up

On Friday, Dec. 6, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Light Up will take place at Westbank Centre on Brown Road, from Main Street to Gossett Road.

This free event features a variety of activities, a craft market, holiday music, food trucks, and complimentary hot chocolate. Children will also enjoy special...

You’re invited to the fluffiest party of the year!

You’re invited to the fluffiest party of the year! Dress code: Pajamas!

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024

Get ready to dive into a world of fluffy pancakes, sticky syrup, and comfy pajamas!

The City’s annual Polar Pancake Pajama Party is back, and you’ll want to secure your spot faster than grabbing a hot cocoa on a cold winter’s night.

This holiday event is a fun-filled morning featuring breakfast, winter crafts, and activities for kids of all ages along with their parents/caregivers. Pre-registration is...