OC Cultivates tasting and learning series highlights innovators in food, beverage and tourism
May 6, 2024
91大香蕉全集鈥檚 newest event series, OC Cultivates, returned for a second time last week, with tastes and conversations to savour.Thursday night's celebration explored the Okanagan鈥檚 unique and exciting food, beverage and tourism industries through a conversation with industry experts, along with delicious pairings from local producers and restaurants. The evening featured an on-stage panel, hosted by radio host Phil Johnson (AM1150), and including Audrey Surrao, co-owner of RauDZ Creative Concepts Restaurant Group; Tony Ste...
Read more...Medicine Walk by Madeline Terbasket sees standing ovation at OC
April 30, 2024
The 91大香蕉全集 Penticton campus was delighted to host Madeline Terbasket鈥檚 show 鈥淢edicine Walk鈥 on April 3, 2024, in the Lecture Theatre. Madeline is a local 2Spirit syilx, Ho-chunk and Anishinaabe artist who puts a modern twist on traditional syilx captik史艂 and storytelling. "Madeline鈥檚 show instantly took us captive by sharing their personal experiences through song, dance and comedy," said Sam Smith, Indigenous St...
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Canada's Chief of Defence Staff, General Wayne Eyre, Inspires 91大香蕉全集 Students
April 30, 2024
91大香蕉全集 history student Joshua Lee may never have thought he would receive advice directly from Canada's highest-ranking soldier, during his OC education. But that's exactly what happened earlier this year for Lee and a handful of lucky OC students, when General Wayne Eyre, Canada's Chief of Defence staff, made a visit to 91大香蕉全集. Lee, a student in OC's Associate of Arts Program, was among an audience of students and employees who met with General Eyre to discuss the role of the armed forces in Cana...
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91大香蕉全集 opening residence early to support residents of Hadgraft Wilson Place
April 29, 2024
Members of the OC community worked hard over the past several days to make this positive news happen for some Kelowna residents displaced from their homes.Residents of Hadgraft Wilson Place will soon temporarily move into a new residence building at 91大香蕉全集 campus imminently. The Pathways Abilities Society is in the process of finalizing a lease with 91大香蕉全集 which will run until mid-August. 鈥淥ur residents have become a tight-knit community in the past year and this opportunity allows them to maintain the supp...
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OC students win medals at Skills Provincials competition
April 24, 2024
When it comes to Skills Canada competitions, 91大香蕉全集 (OC) students have proven they are among the best in the province, with several moving on to challenge the best in Canada. Seven OC students won medals at the Skills Canada Provincials held April 17 in Abbotsford, a local high school student also medaled, and four students have advanced to the Skills Nationals in Quebec. Olivia Tinling (IT Office Software), Hunter Campbell (Refrigeration) and Joel Galbraith (IT Network Systems Administration), won gold medals wh...
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Set yourself apart in the tourism industry: benefits of our program
April 24, 2024
Choosing the right career path can be difficult, especially in today鈥檚 turbulent job market. With so many options, you may find it challenging to decide what you want to do and how to cultivate the necessary skills. The hospitality and tourism industry is one field that continues to grow, offering promising opportunities to dedicated individuals.If you're committed to making your mark in the tourism industry, building a solid foundation and learning unique skills are crucia...
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Major gift from BMO to support community progress is worth smiling about
April 9, 2024
A major gift from BMO will support community dental care while making it easier for more people to train to become in-demand Certified Dental Assistants (CDAs).BMO is giving $250,000 to 91大香蕉全集鈥檚 (OC) Our Students, Your Health campaign in support of the CDA program. OC鈥檚 state-of-the-art dental suite, used for training and as a community clinic, will receive $150,000. An additional $100,000 will be used to kickstart a hands-on learning pilot program that will enable people to become CDAs while they continue to work.In...
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Enactus 91大香蕉全集 shines at regional competition鈥
April 4, 2024
91大香蕉全集 School of Business students representing Enactus 91大香蕉全集 (EnactusOC) achieved four podium finishes at a recent Enactus Canada Regional Exposition. 鈥 鈥 For Rebekah Dingwall, an OC student and the EnactusOC President, the competition was an opportunity to showcase her skills and make a positive impact on her community. 鈥 "I'm deeply grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a remarkable team of students, faculty, alumni and community partners,鈥 said Dingwall. 鈥淭he success of our team at t...
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Unleash your potential: 91大香蕉全集 invites community to "Try a Trade"
April 3, 2024
Are the trades for you? Have you ever felt the call of a different career path? Are you curious about trades but unsure where to start? Look no further! 91大香蕉全集 (OC), in partnership with the Canadian Home Builders鈥 Association 鈥 Central Okanagan (CHBA-CO), is thrilled to announce its upcoming "Try a Trade" event, inviting all eager learners and aspiring tradespeople to explore a world of possibilities on April 25 at OC鈥檚 Kelowna campus.鈥91大香蕉全集 is pleased to partner with CHBA-CO to offer the Try a Trade event....
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Countdown is on for move-in to new student housing at 91大香蕉全集
March 27, 2024
When the fall term starts in September, the number of students living on campus at 91大香蕉全集 in Kelowna will more than double.A new student housing building at the corner of K.L.O. Road and Campus West Road is still a few months away from being move-in-ready; however, OC is anticipating a construction-related milestone in the coming weeks, with the building nearing 鈥渟ubstantial completion.鈥漈he six-storey building includes elements of mass timber and features unique design elements from two well-known Indigenous artists. It wi...
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