After 15 months since their lease expired in the Dilworth Shopping Centre, C-Lovers Fish & Chips has now opened their new second location in Kelowna in the Capri Shopping Centre at #104 - 1835 Gordon Drive, on the Dollarama side of the Centre. Owned and operated by Nick and Kim Koutavas, this new location has been completely renovated from top to bottom, is twice the size of their original Dilworth location and is the newest decor for the C-Lovers franchises. With 20 employees and 112 seats, including booths and tables, the restaurant is modern, open and bright with sky-lights. C-Lovers is 100% Ocean Wise and offers dinners, platters and burgers of cod, haddock, halibut, salmon, prawn and oysters. C-Lovers popular all-you-can-eat fish & chips, which includes bottomless pop is available every day, any time and includes pricing for children and toddles with children 2 and under free. Their homestyle C-Food Chowder is gluten friendly with an abundance of Alaskan halibut, fresh cut vegetables and bacon. Add the delicious mushy peas to any order. The Koutavas also own and operate the C-Lovers Fish & Chips in West Kelowna at 3466 Carrington Road. Open seven days a week. www.C-Lovers.com
The Greater Westside Board of Trade has a new Board of Directors for 2024/25. They are Bryan Fitzpatrick, President (Pushor Mitchell LLP). Executive: Julie Pringle, Vice President, (Snap Commercial Photography); Scott Beaton, Treasurer (Beaton Rettich Water Advisory); Tina Bisson, Secretary (Manchester Signs & Printing); Amber Hall, Past President, Heather Robinson, Executive Director. Directors at Large: Roberta Fidalgo, YET Human Resources and Coaching; Trevor Jones, II Mercato Social Kitchen & The Landing Kitchen + Bar; James McCormick, SH Financial; Rebecca Myers, COBS Bread; Stephanie Oliver, Porrelli Law, Dr. Lauren Tomkins, West Kelowna Integrative Health Centre and John Whitehead, John K. Whitehead and Associates. Appointee Directors: Rod Aubichon, Kelowna Metis Society/Terracom Systems.
Argus Properties Ltd. has appointed two hospitality leaders to key positions in their hotel portfolio. Jason Guyitt, who was formerly at both the Four Points by Sheraton and Hampton Inn & Suites at the Airport will now serve as General Manager of Eldorado Resort. At this same time, Marriott Operations Manager Ahmad Taher will take on the role of General Manager overseeing both the Four Points and Hampton Inn & Suites Airport. Jason is actually going back home as he began his journey with Argus in 2019 as Director of Food and Beverage at Eldorado Resort. Before joining Argus, Jason spent seven years at the Delta Grand. He currently serves on the Tourism Kelowna Board. Ahmad joined Argus in June, 2022 drawing from his extensive Marriott experience in the UAE. Ahmad has a compelling story as he arrived in Canada amidst the Ukraine war. Ahmad was recently honoured with the Marriott’s Operations Manager of the Year Award. Gil Vallee is the Director of Hospitality of Argus Properties.
To celebrate their 20th Anniversary, Sandrine French Pastry & Chocolate at #102A - 1865 Dilworth Drive have created Limited Edition Chocolate Boxes of chocolate mastery. You can pre-order the boxes with three generations of chocolatiering, new flavors. and timeless elegance, wrapped in gold and ready for gifting.
100 Women Who Care Kelowna raised $10,107 for Elevation Outdoors. Elevation Outdoors is able to offer specially designed outdoor sports programs, personal mentorship and life skills coaching to vulnerable youth who face barriers to participation in the Okanagan.
Dress for Success is hosting their biggest clothing sale of 2024 on Friday, November 29th from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 30th from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Their 1,000 square foot space at 1771 Cooper Road (second level above San’s Latin Market) is overflowing with amazing, stylist and great quality clothing. There is lots of new stock and selection, great prices, and most items are $5.00 to $25.00. Stylists will be available to assist you.
Kot Auto Group has acquired Okanagan Dodge. This acquisition makes the second Dodge, Jeep Chrysler dealership under the Kot Auto Group umbrella with Woodgrove Chrysler being acquired in 2022. Kot auto group is family owned and operated with John Kot, President, wife Trina Kot working alongside son Brandon Kot, Jordan Kot, daughter Janessa McGowan and son-in-law Connor McGowan who manage ten dealerships across B.C. In the Okanagan they are Kelowna Hyundai, Genesis Kelowna Buy Direct Truck Centre, Kelowna Kia and Penticton Nissan.
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Choice Hotels Canada has recognized Comfort Suites Kelowna as the recipient of the 2024 Renovation of the Year Award after they recently undergone an impressive full-sale renovation and refresh from January, 2023 to June, 2024. This award recognizes a property that completed renovations that subsequently drove growth in guest satisfaction increases. Carla Carlson is the General Manager of the property.
In their 10 years of supporting the Salvation Army Red Kettle Fund, from November 28th to January 5th, the 875 Theodora Road Christmas Light Display 2024 is ready for viewing. Lights go on daily at dusk and stay on until about 10:30 p.m. Visitors will see a yard full of items featuring hundreds of stuffed penguins at various stages of work, play and fun. A new venue goes up every day so what you see one day may not be what you see the next. There is lots of parking for walking around the cul-de-sac. Cash is collected in the Red Kettle out front and there is also a QR Code. Facebook - 875 Theodora Christmas Light Display.
The Easter Seals Poker event raised $20,000. Over the past 13 years, the Century 21 Team of volunteers has raised $500,000 to help send kids with disabilities to the Easter Seals Camp in Winfield. Brent Pay is the organizer.
The Kelowna RCMP is partnering with the Kelowna Salvation Army for the Annual Stuff a Cruiser Toy Campaign. Two locations will be set up on Saturday, November 30th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with one at the Kelowna RCMP Detachment on Richter and Clement and another at Toys R Us at 2020 Harvey Avenue. Drop off an unwrapped toy(s). Last year the event raised over $11,000 and 500 toys. If you cannot attend that day, donations will be accepted at the Kelowna RCMP Detachment, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Around our Town……..
Okanagan Historical Society, Kelowna Branch Book Sale is at RONA on Friday November 29th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 30th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Items for sale are the 2025 Calendars, 88th Report back issues and the popular sought after Kelowna Street Names book.
Wintertime Painting Christmas concert, directed by Susan Skinner is November 30th at Christ Lutheran Church, 2091 Gordon Drive with dress rehearsal at 2:00 p.m. with admission by donation. The concert is at 7:00 p.m.. Tickets $25.00. available by contacting kelhorus@gmail.com. Limited tickets at the door.
Christmas at Benvoulin, 2279 Benvoulin Road is Sunday, December 1st at 2:00 p.m. Enjoy Christmas Music by Okanagan Vocal Harmony with director Peter McBride, a Christmas Story by Sheila Dyer and seasonal goodies. Admission by donation. Seating is limited.
Kelowna Secondary School Choral Program with Director Sheila French presents Voices at St. Michael’s Cathedral on December 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. Guests are Dr. Knox Choir with Director Erika Sinhuber. Admission by donation.
Kelowna Secondary School Jazz and Vocal presents Jazz at the Laurel featuring Guest John Lee on December 4th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at The Laurel Packinghouse, 1304 Ellis Street. $20.00 general admission/$10.00 for seniors and students. Tickets at Sheila.french@sd23.bc.ca or at the door.
Bid For A Cause: Parade With A Purpose Silent Auction is officially live supporting The Bridge Youth & Family Services. Visit at www.32auctions.com/paradewithapurpose to browse and bid on items.
Supporting Mia’s Ride, the Mia’s Ride Online Auction is now running until December 4th. Visit Https://www.32auctions.com/MiasRide
Downtown Kelowna Winter Street Market & Light Up is November 30 from noon to 6:00 p.m. at Stuart Park. There will be artisan and market vendors, live entertainment and free family activities. Free ice skating with Light-Up at 5:00 p.m. sharp!
Birthdays of the week – Happy 60th Diana Ballingall (Nov. 24); Chris Rochfort (Nov. 27); Renee Oliver (Nov. 27); Maryann Tulloch (Nov. 27); Andrew Deans (Nov. 27); Gary Filafilo (Nov. 28); David Kopp (Nov. 28); Bryan Feagan (Nov. 29); Liza Berinchik (Nov. 29); Dr. Mike Shepherd (Nov. 29); Linda Wiebe (Nov. 29); Lou Goncalves (Nov. 30); George Marine (Nov. 30); Jana Hardy (Nov. 30); Meryle Corbett (Nov. 30); Vern Martindale (Dec. 1); Karl Woll (Dec. 1); Bruce Davis (Dec. 1); Toni Vos (Dec. 1); Mike Barillaro (Dec. 1); Dan Albas (Dec. 1); Stu Leatherdale (Dec. 2); Sonia Kanti (Dec. 2); Krystyna Werbury (Dec. 3); Sherry Cote (Dec. 3); Ken Fix (Dec. 3); Brian Street (Dec. 3); Edan Fay (Dec. 3).
The Specialty Bakery Birthday Cake Winner of the Week is Dr. Mike Shepherd. Mike, please pick up your Birthday Cake from any Specialty Bakery by Tuesday, December 3/2024.
Maxine DeHart is a Kelowna City Councillor and local hotelier. Phone her at 250-979-4546 or 250-862-7662. E-mail max@maxinedehart.ca
