Central Okanagan Food Bank

• 19,000 pounds of food donated to Central Okanagan Food Bank

  The arrival of the massive amount of food comes at a critical time just ahead of Christmas and the creation of holiday hampers for a rapidly growing number of families.

  Canada

  Dec 14, 2023
  
• West Kelowna firefighters hoping to match last year’s record food drive

  “So it’s tough times for everybody, but the giving spirit is definitely still alive here in West Kelowna and Westbank First Nation,” said WKFR Inspt. Dave Mitchell.

  Canada

  Dec 7, 2023
  
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• Unique fundraiser planned as Okanagan food bank sees busiest month ever

  The Central Okanagan Food Bank had 7,350 visitations to its Kelowna and West Kelowna locations. That's a 40 per cent increase over the monthly average of 2022.

  Canada

  Jun 14, 2023
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• ‘Every little bit will help’: Wilson’s Landing fire department hosts food drive

  Santa Claus stopped by Wilson's Landing Fire Department on Monday night to lend a helping hand to the Central Okanagan Food Bank.

  Canada

  Dec 6, 2022
• Firefighters head door to door for West Kelowna, B.C. food drive

  Collection bins are located at each of West Kelowna’s four fire halls until Jan. 3, 2023.

  Fire

  Dec 5, 2022
• ‘Little disappointing’: Salvation Army kettles no longer welcome near BC Liquor Stores

  After many decades, the iconic Salvation Army Kettle campaign will not be in front of BC Liquor Stores.

  Canada

  Nov 30, 2022
• Santa Bus is rolling into the Okanagan and getting people in the holiday spirit

  The Santa Bus will visit local elementary schools, grocery stores, senior centres and daycares before the big wrap-up event at Stuart Park with Santa on Dec. 10.

  Canada

  Nov 28, 2022
• Kelowna, B.C. art group challenges community to give back to local food banks

  'A little goes a long way.' That's the phrase a Kelowna, B.C., art group is using to encourage residents to give back. They are challenging groups to support the food bank.

  Canada

  Nov 23, 2022
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• Soaring inflation prompting more Okanagan residents to ask for help

  Okanagan-based organizations that support those in need are reporting a dramatic increase in people needing help.

  Canada

  Apr 25, 2022
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• From EV demand to food banks, high gas prices expected to have broad impact

  The rising cost of gas is expected to have wide-ranging effects on families and businesses in B.C.'s Okanagan.

  Consumer

  Mar 8, 2022