Tag Archives: Okanagan
New way to follow council meetings
As Spallumcheen residents hunker down and self isolate during Covid-19, they now have the option to safely follow the meetings of their elected representatives. The township has tested a new electroni...
Vernon Matters Staff Apr 11, 2020
Company offers free marketing advice to bounce back from Covid
Although numerous business owners are facing many challenges with COVID-19, a Kelowna business is helping them bounce back. The marketing agency Hiilite has issued a news release saying it’s off...
Pete McIntyre Apr 11, 2020
April 11 update: 35 new Covid cases in B.C.; three more deaths
There are 35 new cases of COVID-19 in British Columbia, and three more deaths. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said it raises the case total to 1,445, and the number of deaths to 58. There ...
Pete McIntyre Apr 11, 2020
B.C. Covid Friday update: 40 new cases; five more deaths
British Columbia has had 40 new cases of Covid-19 in an update issued by the province on Good Friday. Health Minister Adrian Dix and Dr. Bonnie Henry, provincial health officer, said it brings the tot...
Pete McIntyre Apr 10, 2020
Company gives out 20,000 bottles of hand sanitizer to frontline Covid heroes
Grab a bottle and help fight the battle. That’s what Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery is asking its customers to do as it helps in the fight against the spread of Covid-19. (submitted photo/Oka...
Pete McIntyre Apr 10, 2020
B.C. Covid update: 34 new cases; two more deaths
British Columbia is holding it’s own as far as new Covid-19 cases, but the provincial health officer says “we are not over the hump yet.” Dr. Bonnie Henry said there is 34 new cases ...
Pete McIntyre Apr 09, 2020
Tourists & visitors not welcome on band land during Covid crisis
The Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) is encouraging seasonal visitors to stay away from reserve lands until further notice. Chief Byron Louis said due to the COVID-19 outbreak, they have asked certificate ...
Pete McIntyre Apr 09, 2020
Applications open for B.C. rental supplement
Renters who have lost income due to Covid-19 can now apply for the province’s new temporary rental supplement. The program will provide $300 per month for eligible households with no dependents,...
Pete McIntyre Apr 09, 2020
B.C government pledges more virtual mental health supports for Covid-19
British Columbians will have increased access to mental health supports during the COVID-19 pandemic. The province has announced $5 million to expand existing mental health programs and services and l...
Vernon Matters Staff Apr 09, 2020
Trudeau says ‘normal’ may not return until Covid vaccine is developed in a year or more
It was a more sombre tone for the Prime Minister’s daily address today as Justin Trudeau talked about the latest jobless figures and the death projections for Covid-19. With strong control measu...
Pete McIntyre Apr 09, 2020