The Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission provides details on quality of life and business climate for those interested or in growing or bringing their business to the Central Okanagan.
As we gear up for an exciting 2025, we wanted to share that Accelerate Okanagan will not be hosting our annual New Year Kick Off event this January. While we know it’s been a highlight for many, we’re shifting our focus to new opportunities to connect, celebrate and learn together with our community.
We appreciate your understanding and can’t wait to share more about what’s coming up. But don’t worry—you can still join us for some festive fun! Tech the Halls is now live—grab your tickets today, and let’s celebrate the season together!
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We are excited to be a sponsor at Accelerate Okanagan's Tech the Halls Event!
Join AO and the Okanagan tech community for an unforgettable evening of festive vibes, amazing connections, and holiday cheer at the Innovation Centre Atrium on December 12 from 4 pm - 7 pm
There will be two drink tickets, complimentary non-alcoholic drinks delicious bites from Gather Restaurant, live music and good vibes
Come festive! Make sure to wear your holiday sweater!
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a student, or just someone looking to celebrate the season with great company, this is the event for you. Let’s wrap up the year with cheer and connections!
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Last week, in partnership with Tourism Kelowna and Accelerate Okanagan we hosted elected officials, community partners and economic development staff on an education familiarization tour.
The tour provided a platform for elected officials and partners to connect with leaders from School District 23, the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus and Okanagan College. Participants gained insights into academic updates, strategic priorities, and celebrated the successes of community integration efforts that are fueling economic growth in the Central Okanagan.
At UBC Okanagan we toured UBCO’s Visualization and Emerging Media Studio and participated in an immersive virtual field trip, an experiential learning tool that uses Canada’s highest-resolution, 3D, VR-ready video wall. We also received an update on new professional learning programs, research aimed at reducing the risk of wildfires and the suite of programs at UBCO designed to support student educational access, engagement, and success.
Our final stop of the day was Okanagan College We toured the Kelowna campus and learned about the various skills training programs. We received an update on the new $61.3 million dollar Centre for Food, Wine, and Tourism, which will be under construction this winter and is expected to open in 2027, with a focus on addressing the labour shortage in tourism and hospitality-related industries.
The education familiarization tour highlighted strategies and emphasized the crucial role these institutions play in education, acting as the backbone for fostering talent and supporting sustainable economic growth.
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Community Coaching: Homelessness Response Training for Downtown Kelowna Businesses!
Join us for a practical, hands-on workshop designed to help local businesses respond to homelessness with compassion and confidence. Co-hosted by the Downtown Kelowna Association and Chamber of Commerce, and facilitated by Kelowna Gospel Mission.
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 27
🕒 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Metro Hub, Kelowna
💸 Cost: FREE!
At this workshop, you'll learn:
✅ How to confidently handle situations involving homelessness
✅ How to reduce stigma and foster empathy
✅ How to connect individuals to local resources
This is your chance to make our community safer and more inclusive!
Recently, Destination Canada launched a refreshed version of its Agribusiness guide, highlighting our country's centres of excellence, sector innovations, and economic strengths for business events.🌾
Thanks to Kelowna's precision agriculture, crop production, and food and beverage processing, we are proud to be among the agribusiness centres featured in the guide. 🍎
Through the collaborative, award-winning OKGo campaign, and in alignment with Destination Canada's economic sector strategy, our business development team proudly showcases the Central Okanagan's agriculture success stories to attract business events to our region. 🤝
Watch the video below to learn more Paynter's Fruit Market, one of our region's agricultural success stories, and visit ok-go.ca to explore others.🍐
Access the Agribusiness guide by visiting Destination Canada's website: https://lnkd.in/gbbxc8X8Destination Canada Business Events | Événements d'affaires de Destination Canada | Meet in Kelowna | Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission | Accelerate Okanagan#meetinKelowna#meetinCanada#agribusiness#centresofexcellence
