Proudly Canadian and locally owned Midland Appliance has opened their new showroom in Kelowna at 101 – 2600 Acland Road in Kelowna, and are celebrating with a grand opening on Saturday, November 7th, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Midland has showrooms in Richmond, Vancouver, Langley, Victoria, Abbotsford, and a distribution center also in Richmond. What began as a small, service-oriented showroom focused primarily on the Maytag brand in Kitsilano, Vancouver, Midland has grown into one of B.C.’s premier luxury appliance retailers. With over 40 years specializing in luxury appliances, Midland has built a reputation as one of the preferred premium appliance dealers in B.C. by offering industry-leading brands and a custom approach to appliance shopping. The stylist showrooms, attentive professionals and commitment of quality, provide uncompromising service to builders, designers, and homeowners. Whether you are renovating a kitchen, building a new home, or replacing a single appliance, Midland’s goal is to make the process easy, enjoyable, and tailored to your needs. Appliance showrooms remain incredibly important to Midland as purchasing appliances is one of the most significant investments people make in their homes. Customers want to see, touch, experience, and compare products before deciding. Being community oriented is a significant part of their business. Through partnerships, sponsorships, fundraising events, and charitable initiatives, they have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for organization across B.C. Rob Brigden is the General Manager – Kelowna Showroom. www.midlandappliance.com
Visionology Optometry, located at #114 – 2365 Gordon Drive in the Guisachan Village is celebrating two years in the community with an Anniversary Trunk Show on Friday, November 6th, 2026, starting at 10:00 a.m. Owner and optometrist Dr. Nancy Friessen is bringing in more than 700 exclusive frames for one day only, featuring the new fall and winter optical and sun collections from Woody’s of Barcelona, Spain, and Komono of Belgium. Visitors can explore limited-edition and signature collections not normally found on the shelves, enjoy light refreshments and get help from the Visionology styling team to find your perfect fit. Everyone is welcome and registration is encouraged on Eventbrite. www.visionology.ca. Call 778-784-2020 for more information.
Honest Farm and Mini Market has opened at 2340 Silver Place, located off Dilworth Drive, and is owned and operated by Shayla Wang and Aaron Li, who relocated from Saskatoon, Sask. 6 years ago. The new organic, farm-based market is located on the same property as their 13-acre farm, which is home to 19 vertical greenhouses of vegetables and fruit. The market specializes in organic produce from the farm, while also sourcing products from other local and B.C. organic farms. The farm also raises chickens, which provides the market with organic eggs. Some of the items that are in the market are peppers, eggplant, beans, okra, squash, pumpkins, white peaches, table grapes, figs, apples, beets, carrots, tomatoes from seedlings from all over the world and the most wonderful muskmelons. The market also has a good supply of dairy, beverages, dry goods, and fieldstone organic farrow from Armstrong. The market also features a small coffee shop and bakery with organic coffee and lattes. Chef Jing Cong bakes fresh-daily buns, huge matcha and white chocolate soft cookies, cream puffs, blueberry scones, mini Danish, bread, and the most delicious Carmel flan, which Shayla sent me home with. Open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Closed Tuesday.
The Kelowna Ramada Hotel & Conference Center is now offering Special Holiday Party Packages for 20 to 250 people for lunch and dinner starting at $55. inclusive of tax and gratuity. Host an unforgettable holiday event at the Ramada as the dedicated team delivers a seamless experience from start to finish, managing every detail with professionalism and care. From elegant Christmas gatherings and corporate holiday parties to festive family dinners, gift exchanges and dancing, their versatile venue is designed to accommodate celebrations of all sizes. With on-site accommodations available, your guests can enjoy the evening without worry, as they take the elevator home. Discover how effortless holiday entertaining can be for you or your business. Contact long-time, well-known conference manager Sergio Cunial at 250-979-4540 or sergio.cunial@ramadakelowna.
Housekeeper Ruth Maldonado of the Ramada Hotel & Conference Centre at 2170 Harvey Avenue has been selected as one of Ramada’s Housekeeper Heroes for 2026 by Ramada by Wyndham. This prestigious award is given to only one housekeeper in all of Canada and is in recognition of her exceptional performance, commitment to excellence, and dedication to maintaining the high housekeeping standards that guests expect. Ruth received a $50 gift card and a certificate for 30,000 Wyndham Rewards Points, which was presented by Amy Armstrong, Vice President, North America Brand Operations for Ramada by Wyndham & Travelodge by Wyndham – Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
The Great American Songbook – 66 years of Musical Memories with Robert Fine and the Lake Country Big Band is November 14th, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at The Creekside Theatre with net proceeds to the Lake Country Food Bank. There will be new songs, new stories and more fun and surprises sharing the music of Nat King Cole, Bobby Darin and many more.
After 30 years with BMO, Chris Menard reflects on a career built on relationships, leadership, opportunity, and a commitment to helping people and communities succeed. Based in Kelowna, Chris is the Vice President, Mortgage Specialists for BMO’s BC Interior, North and Yukon Region leading a team that spans throughout the Interior and North of B.C. and across the Yukon, from Kelowna to Whitehorse. Throughout his career, Chris says he has been fortunate to learn from many outstanding leaders and colleagues and is passionate about supporting local businesses, community partnerships and initiatives that make our city and the surrounding region a stronger place to live and work. [email protected]
Cristalina PARC KLO and Pandosy. represents the newest chapter in PARC’s story, bringing together the thoughtful design, sustainability, and community-focused approach that have shaped PARC residences, who are now celebrating 25 years in business. Founder Rainer Muller launched PARC Retirement Living, a BC-based family-owned company that now operates seven retirement communities across the province, with North Vancouver being its first residence. Cristalina PARC is designed with the active Kelowna lifestyle in mind and has cultivated meaningful lasting relationships through financial support and active engagement, such as fundraising for JoeAnna’s House and supporting seniors’ paddling classes at the Kelowna Paddle Center. PARC believes that being part of a connected, vibrant community is critical to the health and well-being of all who live and work there. To celebrate their 25 years in business PARC Retirement Living is donating a total of $25,000 in which $15,000 will be donated to the Kelowna Seniors Outreach & Resource Centre for the Silver Song Program and an additional $10,000 is being donated to Mamas for Mamas Sustainable Nourishment Program. www.parcliving.ca/cristalina
Ankor Strategies, an event agency and operations partner for corporations, nonprofits, and executive teams was founded by Chantelle Froats and serves Western Canada and select international engagements. They provide internal teams with the added capacity and expertise to deliver complex and high-impact events successfully. Ankor leads the operational work behind signature events, conferences, fundraisers, retreats, and executive gatherings. Ways you can work with Ankor are strategic event advisory for guidance for teams that need better systems, planning or operational clarity; strategic event operations with hands-on leadership from planning through event delivery and as a strategic partner with ongoing support for organizations with multiple events or year-round programming. www.ankorstrategies.com
9th Annual Christmas Craft Fair sponsored by Immaculata Fine Arts Department is November 14th, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Immaculata High School, 1493 KLO Road. There are 90 vendors , 40 volunteer students and a bake sale. The Immaculata Mission Team is also manning the lunch concession, raising money for a trip to the Philippines.
93 Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Grenville are preparing for a busy period of community’s service and remembrance activities, including Poppy Campaign fundraising, participation in the field of Crosses, the Field off Crosses Candlelight Vigil and Remembrance Day Ceremonies throughout Kelowna. This year is particularly special as Grenville is approaching its 100th Anniversary, a milestone that will be celebrated next year. The Corps is also continuing to grow and is working toward a goal of reaching 100 cadets for their 100th Anniversary year. Cadets, ages 12 – 18, volunteer hundreds of hours in the community each year while developing leadership, sailing, citizenship, and teamwork skills. This fall alone, cadets have participated in regional sailing programs, instructor training, boating certification courses and upcoming regattas, all while preparing to support Remembrance Day activities across the city. I will be happy to see the cadets as I have been asked to lay a wreath at the Remembrance Day Ceremonies this year in Kelowna City Park. SLt James Calder is the Commanding Officer, 93 Grenville RCSCC, Canadian Armed Forces [email protected]
Birthdays of the week – Terry Hoogewoonink (Nov. 5); Wendy Wright (Nov. 5); Nick Imthorn (Nov. 5); Paul Sawetzki (Nov. 6); Joachim Nierfeld (Nov. 7); Reinhard Foerderer (Nov. 7); Geoffrey Couper (Nov. 7); Rick Worrall (Nov. 8); Bill Howitt (Nov. 8); Sherrilee Elkow (Nov. 8); Trung Le (Nov. 8); Murray Bye (Nov. 8); John Weisbeck (Nov. 9); Jonathan Christie (Nov. 10); Duane Lockwood (Nov. 10); William Peters (Nov. 11); Elaine Turner (Nov. 11); Jeff Bourne (Nov. 11); Sandy Sanderson (Nov. 11); Sofia Simeonidis (Nov. 11); Marg Craig (Nov. 8); Murray Bye (Nov. 8); Sig Ottenbriet (Nov. 8); Bernice Sebastian (Nov. 9); Lawrence Syrnyk (Nov. 9)
The Specialty Bakery Birthday Cake Winner of the Week is Bernice Sebastian. Bernice, please pick up your Birthday Cake from any one of the four Specialty Bakery locations before Tuesday, November 10/2026.
Maxine DeHart is a long-time Kelowna resident and a local hotelier. Phone her at 250-979-4546 or 250-862-7662. E-mail [email protected]
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