Join Accelerate Okanagan and the Perfit Team for happy hour at their new downtown location in the heart of Kelowna’s Brewery District! Startup Drinks is a fun and casual networking opportunity for the Okanagan tech community. No presentations, sales pitches, or stress—this event is all about good conversations and great people. The best part? You don’t have […]

OC Cultivates event fosters local food, wine and tourism businesses  New event series kick-off hosts panel of local experts, facilitated by CBC’s Sarah Penton  You’ve heard of the iconic Okanagan Champagne powder or our four-season playgrounds, but did you know the Okanagan is also leading the way in innovation in food and beverage and tourism? […]

A business owner’s to-do list is never done. As your business builds momentum, it’s not an option to simply do more every day; that’s the sure path to burnout. So how do you prioritize your work, manage expectations, and feel like you can turn off at the end of the day? On November 29 WeBC […]

At times, life can feel stressful and overwhelming. We invite you to pause after work with us and have some time for self-care! This is a super-chill social, where you can drop in and take a pause from the hustle and treat yourself to some relaxation and socializing! Our Self-Care Social is an open-door sanctuary […]

2023 Workshops Are Open! All workshops are online from 9am – 3pm. 4 dates to join: Wednesday, June 28; Thursday, September 7; Friday, October 20; and Monday, December 4. REGISTER HERE If you’re starting a new food and beverage business, the Grow Your Food Business workshop is essential to keeping your business out of the weeds […]

The Board wants to celebrate with you! Join the Kelowna Chamber Board of Directors for an evening of holiday cheer at Metro Hub, Kelowna’s newest event venue. At 4:30pm, Board Committee Chairs will provide a brief update of their committee's progress in 2023. The Quarterly update will be followed by a holiday mixer hosted by the […]

Mingle & Jingle Holiday Lunch Join us for a festive 3 course lunch full of good food, great company and holiday cheer. Dress up in your favorite festive sweater, vest or tie. Venue Kelly O'Bryan's Starts Thu Dec 7 2023, 12:00pm PST Ends Thu Dec 7 2023, 01:30pm PST Register Now!  

Are you ready for the global market challenges expected in 2024? The world is changing fast, and so are the opportunities and risks for Canadian businesses. Weak global demand and an unstable North American economy may require you to adapt, innovate and make tough choices. To succeed, you’ll need to be prepared for the uncertainties […]

About the Event Avantage, Accelerate Okanagan, The Innovation Centre, Spaces, and OYP Collective have teamed up to host Tech the Halls!  We’re excited to come together and celebrate with the incredible community here in the Okanagan. Don’t miss out! There will be food, drinks, and live music. Ugly holiday sweaters are encouraged! We’ll wrap up […]

Love it or hate it, virtual networking is here to stay. If you’re a business owner, networking is critical to growing your business; in fact, 73% of women entrepreneurs we surveyed say access to new networks is essential to their success. Virtual networking can be an effective way to save time and reach new markets. […]