West Kelowna.
city in the Regional District of Central Okanagan, British Columbia, Canada
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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West Kelowna City Council is managing local planning and development for the municipality.Some support1 report
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Bridge closure caused major traffic problems in the Kelowna/West Kelowna area.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A traffic incident impacted both Kelowna and West Kelowna on September 22, 2026.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Stephen Johnston is a current councillor in West Kelowna, where de Jong is seeking re-election.Some support3 reports
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West Kelowna has stated that the city requires a second power line from BC Hydro.Some support1 report
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Regional discussions were held regarding shared challenges and job opportunities in Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, and Penticton.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Jason Friesen voluntarily concludes his term as an elected official in West Kelowna.Some support1 report
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Migrant workers displaced by a fire in the region are returning to Mexico, supported by local donation drives.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Volunteers provided aid to wildfire evacuees in West Kelowna.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Local ESS Reception Centres are located in both West Kelowna and Vernon.Some support1 report
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Summerland evacuees are being absorbed into West Kelowna and Penticton, with some housed at Todd's RV Park.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Residents near Summerland have returned to the vicinity of West Kelowna.Some support3 reports
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David Eby addressed the ongoing issue of wildfire damage in West Kelowna.Some support2 reports
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Wildfires are currently threatening communities in both Merritt and West Kelowna.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Central Okanagan Food Bank, led by Trevor Moss, is coordinating aid distribution using Vernon and West Kelowna.Some support1 report1 development inside
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An electrical fire has broken out near BC Hydro infrastructure, affecting customers in West Kelowna.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Evacuees are seeking temporary accommodation in the Westbank and West Kelowna area.Some support2 reports
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Water is being drawn from local sources in Powers Creek and Rose Valley, and the city is managing the water treatment facilities.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Air support operations are underway for fire control as the fire grows, leading to evacuation orders near Okanagan Lake.Some support1 report1 development inside
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West Kelowna served as an ESS reception centre location on August 5th.Some support3 reports
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A new rail trail section opened near Lake Country, with e-bike riders traveling from West Kelowna.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Joe Gluska's family was evacuated from West Kelowna on June 16th.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Proposed power lines in the Kelowna area are threatening local business operations, while helicopter companies provide essential services.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Waste from West Kelowna was transferred to the Kelowna landfill.Some support1 report
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Evacuation routes connecting Kelowna and West Kelowna were established on June 1st.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A pilot project has been initiated to address the threat posed by invasive species in the Okanagan region.Some support4 reports
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BC Hydro's transmission line impacts are causing local community concerns in West Kelowna, with Jason Kim serving as assistant project manager.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A new development plan has been introduced that encourages higher density housing in the area of Westbank and West Kelowna.Some support2 reports
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Disputes over regional transit leadership and a transit plan are underway, involving councils in West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Martin oversees fire wardens in the neighbourhood of West Kelowna.Some support1 report
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A downed line caused a power outage affecting customers in West Kelowna.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A wildfire near Kalamoir Regional Park in West Kelowna is under control but remains a threat.Some support3 reports
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West Kelowna City Council is seeking a buyer for a community asset.Some support1 report
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Around West Kelowna this week
News at the entities that move West Kelowna most-
Kelowna OperationalWooldridge, who served as a councillor in Kelowna, is relocating to Victoria.Moves West Kelowna
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Summerland OperationalMark Petry manages building and enforcement services in Summerland.Moves West Kelowna
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city council StructuralCity Council oversees civil service hiring processes.Moves West Kelowna
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BC Hydro StructuralRestoration efforts are needed after wildfire damage impacted the Trans-Canada Highway, involving BC Hydro.Moves West Kelowna
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Vernon OperationalBradley Complex fires near Vernon hit Okanagan Lake.Moves West Kelowna
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National Geographic Shared contextWunmi Mosaku and Gavin Boyland collaborated with National Geographic on a docuseries focusing on the African continent.Moves West Kelowna
Connections
The 36 strongest of 53, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Kelowna Operational
The two municipalities are functionally integrated, sharing infrastructure, coordinating emergency services, and engaging in regional governance and competition.
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city council Structural
The city council serves as the governing body for the municipality of West Kelowna.
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Summerland Operational
Summerland residents are evacuating to West Kelowna to access reception and support services during a wildfire crisis.
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BC Hydro Structural
The community of West Kelowna relies on BC Hydro's power infrastructure for essential services, and operational failures directly impact the community's function.
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Rose Valley Structural
The relationship is defined by the functional integration of Rose Valley's infrastructure into the larger municipal water management system of West Kelowna.
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Bradley Creek Operational
A wildfire originating in Bradley Creek forces evacuations and activity shifts in West Kelowna.
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Stephen Johnston Structural
Stephen Johnston holds a formal political role as a councillor and mayoral candidate in West Kelowna.
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Interior Health Structural
Interior Health operates by utilizing facilities and infrastructure within the municipality of West Kelowna to deliver its health care services.
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Stephen Johnston Structural
Stephen Johnston is elected to lead the city government of West Kelowna.
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Westbank Structural
The company's new development plans are driving a functional shift toward higher density housing and temporary accommodation needs in the West Kelowna area.
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Vernon Operational
The two cities share the operational requirement of hosting local ESS Reception Centres.
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Blue Grouse Creek Shared context
The creek is cited as a factor influencing wildfire alerts relevant to the West Kelowna area.
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Blue Grouse Creek Shared context
The proximity of Blue Grouse Creek to West Kelowna means environmental hazards, such as wildfires, can trigger evacuation alerts in the city.
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Gabon Shared context
The two locations are physically connected by Highway 97.
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Joe Gluska Shared context
Joe Gluska is currently involved in a task force related to issues in West Kelowna, following a past evacuation experience in the area.
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Lake Country Structural
The governing bodies of both Lake Country and West Kelowna are involved in a shared program consideration.
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Okanagan Shared context
West Kelowna is a community located within the broader geographic region of Okanagan.
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Quilpituk Creek Shared context
Both locations are situated in the area experiencing wildfire activity, leading to shared risks like evacuation orders.
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Merritt Shared context
Both communities are situated in areas facing current threats from large-scale wildfires.
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Scotiabank Shared context
Scotiabank maintains operational locations within the municipality of West Kelowna.
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National Geographic Shared context
Global media outlet National Geographic provides coverage and recognition of local businesses and tourism in West Kelowna.
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Main Street Shared context
Main Street is a street located within the geographic boundaries of West Kelowna.
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de Jong Shared context
De Jong is a political figure operating within the jurisdiction of West Kelowna.
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Claudia Moore Shared context
Claudia Moore provided aid as a volunteer in the context of the wildfire evacuation in West Kelowna.
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COEM Shared context
COEM operates within the geographical context of West Kelowna, issuing orders for the area.
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Todd Shared context
Todd operates an RV Park in West Kelowna that housed evacuees.
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British Columbia Shared context
West Kelowna is a municipality situated within the geographical and political boundaries of British Columbia.
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Okanagan Lake Shared context
Both locations are contextually linked by the shared threat of a wildfire.
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Elizabeth Dickson Shared context
Elizabeth Dickson is observed participating in a task force within the context of West Kelowna.
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Martin Shared context
Martin operates in the neighbourhood context of West Kelowna, overseeing fire warden functions.
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KSP Shared context
The company KSP is physically based in the municipality of West Kelowna.
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Macklin McCall Shared context
Macklin McCall represents the municipality of West Kelowna-Peachland.
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Powers Creek Shared context
Powers Creek and West Kelowna share a local geographical context, evidenced by local water sourcing.
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Dan Wilson Mentioned together
The provided evidence does not contain information linking Dan Wilson to West Kelowna.
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Gill Mentioned together
The evidence describes general movement patterns originating from West Kelowna but does not mention Entity A (Gill).
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
5 events- West Kelowna City Council is managing local planning and development for the municipality.
- A traffic incident impacted both Kelowna and West Kelowna on September 22, 2026.
- West Kelowna has stated that the city requires a second power line from BC Hydro.
- Jason Friesen voluntarily concludes his term as an elected official in West Kelowna.
- Volunteers provided aid to wildfire evacuees in West Kelowna.
August 2026
11 events- Regional discussions were held regarding shared challenges and job opportunities in Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, and Penticton.
- Migrant workers displaced by a fire in the region are returning to Mexico, supported by local donation drives.
- Local ESS Reception Centres are located in both West Kelowna and Vernon.
- Summerland evacuees are being absorbed into West Kelowna and Penticton, with some housed at Todd's RV Park.
- Residents near Summerland have returned to the vicinity of West Kelowna.
- David Eby addressed the ongoing issue of wildfire damage in West Kelowna.
- Wildfires are currently threatening communities in both Merritt and West Kelowna.
- The Central Okanagan Food Bank, led by Trevor Moss, is coordinating aid distribution using Vernon and West Kelowna.
- Evacuees are seeking temporary accommodation in the Westbank and West Kelowna area.
- Air support operations are underway for fire control as the fire grows, leading to evacuation orders near Okanagan Lake.
- West Kelowna served as an ESS reception centre location on August 5th.
July 2026
3 eventsShow 1 earlier month
June 2026
14 events- Stephen Johnston is a current councillor in West Kelowna, where de Jong is seeking re-election.
- An electrical fire has broken out near BC Hydro infrastructure, affecting customers in West Kelowna.
- A new rail trail section opened near Lake Country, with e-bike riders traveling from West Kelowna.
- Joe Gluska's family was evacuated from West Kelowna on June 16th.
- Proposed power lines in the Kelowna area are threatening local business operations, while helicopter companies provide essential services.
- Evacuation routes connecting Kelowna and West Kelowna were established on June 1st.
- A pilot project has been initiated to address the threat posed by invasive species in the Okanagan region.
- BC Hydro's transmission line impacts are causing local community concerns in West Kelowna, with Jason Kim serving as assistant project manager.
- A new development plan has been introduced that encourages higher density housing in the area of Westbank and West Kelowna.
- Disputes over regional transit leadership and a transit plan are underway, involving councils in West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country.
- Martin oversees fire wardens in the neighbourhood of West Kelowna.
- A downed line caused a power outage affecting customers in West Kelowna.
- A wildfire near Kalamoir Regional Park in West Kelowna is under control but remains a threat.
- West Kelowna City Council is seeking a buyer for a community asset.