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West Kelowna shines bright with Light Up, Twinkle Tour and more this holiday season!

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Friday, Nov. 25, 2022

Join us as we bring an array of winter program activities and fun, festive events, starting with two West Kelowna holiday staples – Light Up and Twinkle Tour.

On Friday, Dec. 2, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Light Up will take place at Westbank Centre on Brown Road, from Main Street to Gossett Road. The free, family- friendly event will include kids’ activity stations, entertainment on stage and various food vendors. Watch Santa and Mayor Milsom flip the switch...

Water Quality Advisory rescinded for Rose Valley-Lakeview Water Service Area

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Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022

The City of West Kelowna, in consultation with Interior Health, has rescinded the Water Quality Advisory for the Rose Valley-Lakeview Water Service Area, as conditions at the source and in the network have improved.    Free access to the bulk filling station at Shannon Lake and Asquith Roads will continue until further notice. Customers are advised to use caution while filling as icy conditions may be present. The tap is located on the Asquith...

WildSafeBC asks residents to remain Wildlife Aware through winter

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From WildSafeBC Central Okanagan

Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022

Bears are almost all denned up for the winter, and the WildSafeBC Central Okanagan Program is winding down for the year.

While bears may soon be in their dens, many other animals do not hibernate; so, residents should become familiar with other wildlife that may pass through and how to prevent conflicts.

Immediately report sightings of bears, wolves and cougars in urban, residential areas, or wildlife in conflict, directly...

Council Highlights - Nov. 22, 2022

Regular Council Meeting

Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022

Julia’s Junction playspace project update

Melissa Grassmick provided an update on Julia’s Junction, an inclusive playspace planned for Westbank Centre—a first of its kind in the city. Construction is anticipated to begin Spring 2023, pending funding and budget approvals. Visit westkelownacity.ca/donate to learn more about the project and how to contribute.

WildSafeBC provides 2022 program summary

WildSafeBC’s Okanagan Westside Coordinator...

We're Hiring! - November 15, 2022

We're Hiring! - November 15, 2022

We're Hiring - Come join our team!

The City of West Kelowna is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

• Senior Accountant
• Utility Operator III
• Utility Operators
• Relief/Casual - Facilities Operator II
• Development Engineering Technologist 

For further information check out our careers page https://careers.westkelownacity.ca/

City of West Kelowna,

HR Team