Take a "leap" into new friendships and professional opportunities this Leap Day with the Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective! Join us for a one-of-a-kind Coffee Social (alright...technically once-every-four years) on February 29th at Accelerate Okanagan's vibrant lounge in the Innovation Centre. Why is this Coffee Social extra special? Leap Day Magic: Occurring once every four […]

Looking for career opportunities? West Kelowna WorkBC Centre and Westbank First Nation is hosting a hiring event. Come join to meet local employers ready to hire and learn about the employment support that WorkBC offers. Reserve your spot

Pre-dinner beverage reception followed by 3 course plated dinner

UBC is proud to host an annual Career Fair tailored specifically towards students. Come meet potential employers, network, and learn more about different job opportunities. Employers from dozens of industries will be present. Whether you’re looking for part-time work, a summer job, or future career opportunities, there will be a variety of options to consider. […]

Capital Connections is happening on the eve of International Women’s Day in the Kelowna Innovation Centre! Accelerate Okanagan and the National Angel Capital Organization invite you to learn and network as we celebrate women in technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and investing. Attendees will have the opportunity to take in lessons learned during the fireside chat with […]

Come celebrate the power and achievements of women at the Kelowna International Women’s Day 2024 event! Join us at The Innovation Centre on Doyle Avenue in Kelowna, BC, Canada for an inspiring day dedicated to women’s empowerment. Connect with like-minded individuals, attend engaging workshops, and hear from influential speakers who are making a difference. This […]

Attention Local Employers! Are you facing challenges recruiting and retaining employees? Come join for an event to connect, share, and learn. Ignite aims to educate employers about strengthening the workforce through international talents, pathways to hire foreign workers, and addressing local employer labour needs. This employer and community event includes guest speaker Jamie Dowla, Regulated […]

Join us on Thursday, March 21 from 5-7pm at Kelly O'Bryan's for a great evening of networking, local food and drink and some great prizes. Advance registration is recommended. Register

We are thrilled to announce our March Commerce ConneX brought to you by Rogers Business. Join us at Genesis Kelowna for our networking event on Thursday March 21, 2024! This is a networking event you'll want to attend. Register

Whether you're eager to start your day with a dose of caffeine, hungry for some delectable snacks, or looking to grow your social and professional circles, let's brew up some new connections! This month we're returning to Kelowna's most unique coffee shop - Pulp Fiction! Mingle with new friends and fellow young professionals in a […]

It's the best meeting of your week - among fellow young professionals! Connect with new friends and other young professionals in a casual, friendly environment at this in-person social at the amazing Pretty Not Bad as we cheers to the long weekend! If you've been to our coffee socials, it's kind of like them...but at the […]

DAVID SUZUKI, PhD Grandfather, Award-Winning Scientist, Environmental Activist, Broadcaster David Suzuki has made it his life's work to help humanity understand, appreciate, respect and protect nature. He is familiar to television audiences as host of the CBC science and natural history television series The Nature of Things (1979-2023). David was the recipient of The Canadian Academy of Cinema […]