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    West Kelowna’s summer soundtrack continues at Music in the Park this Friday

    Date of Issue: Tuesday, July 15, 2025

    Get ready for another unforgettable evening of pop rock and roots blues at Music in the Park on Friday, July 18!

    The night kicks off with Lucas Wentworth, a Kelowna-born singer-songwriter known for his catchy, emotionally rich pop/rock sound. Then, enjoy October Poppy, a dynamic trio delivering a nostalgic yet fresh mix of poetic lyricism and gritty, danceable rock.

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    Minor traffic interruptions expected for World of Wheels Car Show this Saturday

    Date of Issue: Monday, July 14, 2025

    Motorists are advised to expect minor traffic delays on Saturday, July 19 due to the World of Wheels Car Show at Kinsmen Athletic Park at 3170 Shannon Lake Road.

    The free, family-friendly event runs from 10 a.

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    Section of Anders Road closed for final paving work

    Date of Issue: Thursday, July 10, 2025

    Starting Friday, July 11, 2025, Matcon Construction is scheduled to begin the final phase of work on Anders Road as part of the active transportation improvement project. This work will require additional adjusted traffic patterns.

  • Council Highlights - July 8, 2025

    Regular Meeting

    Tuesday, July 8, 2025

    Date of Issue: Wednesday, July 9, 2025

    Watch meetings live or through the webcast archive

    Council meetings are livestreamed at  Jul 09, 2025

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    Get ready for a weekend of fun at Westside Daze

    Date of Issue: Monday, July 7, 2025

    Join the City of West Kelowna in celebrating Westside Daze this weekend!

    From the afternoon of Thursday, July 10, through Sunday afternoon, July 13, enjoy the annual Westside Daze festivities hosted by the Westside Celebration Society. The City of West Kelowna is a proud supporter of this beloved community event and is excited to take part in the fun, including the parade on Saturday, July 12 at 10:30 a.

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    Soulful sounds take the stage at Music in the Park

    Date of Issue: Monday, June 30, 2025

    The stage is set for a blues-filled evening at Music in the Park on Friday, July 4!

    The Cat Wells Blues Band will kick off the night with powerful vocals and funky blues stylings, followed by the soulful, harmonica-driven sounds of Sherman Doucette and the Tank Full of Blues. Concertgoers can expect heartfelt melodies, high-energy performances, and classic blues brilliance.

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    Westside youth to benefit as former West Kelowna Parks Building is given new purpose

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Friday, June 27, 2025

    Going from parks to youth education, the former West Kelowna Parks Building will be leased out to Central Okanagan Public Schools for their important Take a Hike Program, which provides alternative education in support of youth mental health and emotional well-being.

    On June 24, West Kelowna Mayor and Council voted unanimously to lease 3717 Elliott Road to School District 23 for $1 per year, plus the cost of utilities.

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    Eh-mazing Canada Day events happening right here in West Kelowna

    Date of Issue: Thursday, June 26, 2025

    The City of West Kelowna wishes everyone a happy and safe Canada Day long weekend!

    On Friday, June 27, take in our first Music in the Park concert of the summer. These family-friendly, free concerts run every Friday evening, starting June 27, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.

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    Construction on the Horizon Drive Active Transportation Corridor Project begins next week

    Date of Issue: Wednesday, June 25, 2025

    The City of West Kelowna is upgrading the Horizon Drive Active Transportation Corridor to improve safety, accessibility, and connectivity. This active transportation corridor project will enhance pedestrian and cyclist access between key neighbourhoods, schools, parks, and commercial areas.

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    Property Tax Deadline is July 2
    Date of Issue: Wednesday, June 25, 2025

    The City of West Kelowna is reminding all property owners to pay their 2025 property taxes to the municipality and claim their Home Owner Grant through the Province of B.C.

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West Kelowna, B.C. V4T 0G7
778-797-1234
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