Did you know that in the last provincial election less than 51% of eligible voters went to the polls?
Voting is an important part of our democratic process. It is a chance, for every eligible person to influence the policies that affect our lives on a daily basis. With only a simple mark on a ballot, voting lets us decide who our representatives will be and what our future will look like. The right to vote is protected by Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms
and is one of our country's most cherished institutions.
United Way of the Central & South Okanagan/Similkameen
Last November we began our membership renewal campaign and the members who renewed their membership with the Chamber before Dec. 31st were entered for a chance to win a Total Office Makeover. The United Way won the contest and now the Makeover is complete.
On Sunday, April 28th Wink i Wear opened its doors to the public. Wink i Wear is an independent retailer boasting an elite optical experience, carrying independent luxury lines as well as unique vintage looks.
You no longer have to leave town to find the eyeglasses you want, Wink i Wear is different from any other optical retailer you have walked into. Visit them and experience the service you've always wanted and the selection you've always dreamed of.
Left to Right: Patricia Livingstone, Chamber Ambassador; Cassie from Q103; Laura Draycott & Stephen Maser owners of Wink i Wear; Leslee, Associate at Wink i Wear; Sheryl Harras, Chamber Ambassador
In the news Business, Technology, Economy
Bike to Work Week May 27 - June 2 - Bike to Work Week is an exciting community event that encourages everyone to try cycling by providing resources and support for new and continuing cyclists.
Call for Applications for Destination BC's Tourism Marketing Committee - On behalf of TOTA, Tourism Kelowna would like to let stakeholders know that applications are now being accepted from tourism industry representatives interested in serving on the Destination British Columbia - Tourism Marketing Committee.
Congratulations to the 2012 Civic & Community Award Recipients - The City of Kelowna is extending its sincere congratulations to all nominees and recipients of this year's 38th Annual Civic & Community Awards. Click the link for the full list of recipients.
Kelowna Sets Final Tax Rate at 2.7% - Taxation accounts for 24 per cent of the City of Kelowna revenues for 2013, with 76 per cent coming from sources such as grants, reserve funds, fees and charges.
City Connects Residents to Programs Online - The City of Kelowna has improved its online quarterly Activity and Program Guide and presented one lucky resident with a new iPad to help with the transition from paper to online viewing.
Kelowna's Sustainability Directory - Kelowna has developed a directory that summarizes the City's sustainability policies, programs and services in each of the four sustainability pillars: cultural, economic, environmental and social.
Click here to view all Kelowna Chamber of Commerce Media Releases.
We are hosting our 28th Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, June 14th at Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club. This tournament is renowned for being a stellar opportunity for businesses to not only showcase their products, services and people, but to also have fun!
As a Premier Tournament Sponsor, your brand/logo is dominant at the event in all the areas which receive the most exposure.
You may set up a fun theme for your sponsored hole to be carried out by your staff, promoting your products and services.
As always, high quality door prizes donated by our amazing members will be awaiting golfers after their round and dinner.
For sponsorship opportunities please contact Glen Hawes at 250-469-7357
