Is crackdown on short-term rentals impacting Okanagan tourism?
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Is crackdown on short-term rentals impacting Okanagan tourism?
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August 12, 2025
Some tourism operators in the Okanagan say the crackdown on short-term rentals in the region is having a direct impact on the slower tourism season. But as Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, government officials say while they're aware of the challenges, it is more important to have an adequate housing supply for residents.
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Concerns over potential water contamination after West Kelowna reservoir vandalism02:14 | March 20, 2026 -
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Controversial comedian to perform in Kelowna01:59 | March 18, 2026
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Is crackdown on short-term rentals impacting Okanagan tourism?02:16 | August 12, 2025
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Breweries score with Touchdown Kelowna01:49 | June 19, 2026
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Rutland street patrols resume01:56 | June 18, 2026
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Food rescue transformation centre plan02:17 | June 8, 2026
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Kelowna boardwalk remains closed months after expected re-opening02:02 | April 7, 2026
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Tiny house rules could threaten health care access02:12 | April 1, 2026
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Thieves target West Kelowna vape shop02:03 | March 30, 2026
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Concerns over potential water contamination after West Kelowna reservoir vandalism02:14 | March 20, 2026
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Rutland residents criticize lack of patrols02:15 | March 19, 2026
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Controversial comedian to perform in Kelowna01:59 | March 18, 2026
Is crackdown on short-term rentals impacting Okanagan tourism?
Description
August 12, 2025
Some tourism operators in the Okanagan say the crackdown on short-term rentals in the region is having a direct impact on the slower tourism season. But as Klaudia Van Emmerik reports, government officials say while they're aware of the challenges, it is more important to have an adequate housing supply for residents.
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