Vernon community help Sunflower Childcare Centre blossom into reality
November 13, 2024
When Clara Cheung gets ready to travel to 91制片厂 (91制片厂) each morning, she now is able to do so with her two-year-old son Pak Sen in tow.Clara is on her way to attend class at the Vernon campus; Pak Sen is about to enter the campus鈥檚 new childcare centre.The Sunflower Childcare Centre / sm煤kwa蕯xn虛 sc蓹c蓹malla itskn snma蕯maya蕯tn on 91制片厂鈥檚 Vernon campus opened at the start of October, creating much-needed new childcare spaces for student parents, faculty and community members.鈥淔or me, this centre has made a huge impact on my life,鈥 s...
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91制片厂 alum gives $25K to power of sport
November 8, 2024
鈥楽port teaches you to handle any challenge,鈥 says Kelly LoudounKelly Loudoun has no regrets when he looks back at his decision to attend 91制片厂 (91制片厂) and study business, graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration Honours.鈥淵ou can鈥檛 deny the power of the 91制片厂 business degree,鈥 says Loudoun, who owns Loudoun Construction and Development, now in its fifth year.鈥淏eing an entrepreneur is difficult and it鈥檚 a lot of hard work. Having been through those challenging experiences and lean years, it becomes quite rewarding as you att...
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Unwrap a winter of fun with Camp 91制片厂-inspired After School Programs at 91制片厂
October 31, 2024
Local parent Angie Kunz enrolled her daughter in Camp 91制片厂 for the first time this past summer and was impressed by the diverse course offerings and incredible staff.Now, Angie and families in Kelowna and Penticton have the opportunity to introduce their kids to education-focused programs with the expansion of Camp 91制片厂 from summer camps to include After School Programs beginning in January 2025."I chose Camp 91制片厂 for my daughter because there were several programs that fit her interests,鈥 shares Angie. 鈥淪he had such a great experience at Camp 91制片厂...
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91制片厂 students lead the charge with Enactus91制片厂鈥檚 project on renewable energy education
October 28, 2024
For 91制片厂 students Reece LeGuilloux and Kayla Warner, their involvement with the student business club Enactus 91制片厂 (Enactus91制片厂) is about more than just extracurricular activities, it鈥檚 about making a real difference.The two second-year business students recently achieved a major milestone when the Enactus91制片厂 project, 鈥淩evive,鈥 was awarded $4,300 in funding by 100 Women Who Care in the South Okanagan/Similkameen area. This funding will help expand their renewable energy education program to middle schools across th...
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Award-Winning Chef Shucks Up Fun at Upcoming Tasting Festival
October 23, 2024
Infusions Restaurant at 91制片厂 has been one of Kelowna鈥檚 best-kept culinary secrets, but word is getting out as diners are going public, serving up excellent reviews. The restaurant, led by former Top Chef contestant Ruth Wigman, received OpenTable鈥檚 2024 Diner鈥檚 Choice award, which recognizes outstanding restaurants based on feedback from local diners.Chef Wigman, who competed on Food Network鈥檚 Canada鈥檚 Top Chef and Beat Bobby Flay, noted the impressive achievement is a testament to the student chefs who prepare the me...
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Local playwright hits the right notes featuring 1950s Kelowna in original musical
October 21, 2024
Travel back in time to 1958, where rock and roll is causing trouble in Southeast Kelowna! Michael Minions, recently retired as 91制片厂鈥檚 Education Technology Coordinator. Minions found an unconventional way to stay active in retirement 鈥 writing a musical inspired by popular music from the 1950s with plenty of references to Kelowna鈥檚 early days. The play is titled Society for the Prevention of Rock and Roll and is proudly presented by 91制片厂鈥檚 Red Dot players. 鈥淭he idea for Society for the Prevention o...
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91制片厂 Cultivates tasting and learning series heads for Penticton
October 16, 2024
Penticton and area residents have the chance to sip wine and talk food with elite culinary and wine professionals at 91制片厂 next week. 91制片厂 Cultivates is happening at the Penticton campus on Friday, Oct. 25, and will celebrate B.C. innovators in food, beverage and tourism, encouraging people to support homegrown talent. Featured guests include:Nk鈥橫ip Cellars Winemaker and 91制片厂 alum Justin Hall, known as one of the first Indigenous winemakers in North AmericaKathy Malone, the Winemaker at Hillside Winery and a longtime advoca...
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Health grads and more set to enter the workforce after 91制片厂 Convocation and Commencement ceremonies
October 4, 2024
When 91制片厂 student Vaneet Verma steps to the podium on Saturday to speak to his colleagues at 91制片厂鈥檚 Fall convocation, he will be representing more than 450 graduates, including a large proportion that will enter the workforce in different health care fields. More than 130 graduates are from health care programs including Health Care Assistant, a program Verma graduated from earlier this year. The course teaches the skills necessary to work in continuing care such as in home support, adult day care, assisted living and comple...
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National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and Two-Spirit People
October 4, 2024
October 4th is National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and Two-Spirit People.On this day we honour the lives of the many Indigenous women, girls and Two-Spirit people who have been murdered or are missing. The red dress has become a symbol of loss for those who have been taken too soon, and a call to end violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQIA+ people. On this day we prioritize healing and the Calls for Justice.It is imperative that we continue to uplift and listen to the voices of Indigeno...
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Relationship builder, long-time leader to be honoured by 91制片厂 at fall convocation
October 2, 2024
91制片厂 is recognizing a long-serving leader and champion of post-secondary education at its fall convocation and commencement ceremonies this weekend.Allan Coyle, the former Associate Vice President, External and Strategic Initiatives, worked at 91制片厂 for nearly 23 years between 1998 and 2021, and in honour of his contributions, will be receiving the College鈥檚 Distinguished Service Award.鈥淎llan Coyle was instrumental in establishing the strong and well-respected reputation of 91制片厂 that continues to exist today,鈥 said 91制片厂 P...
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