Kelownas known for its internationally recognized and award-winning vineyards and wineries, so theres a lot of pride for the local wine industry. Youll rarely find a wine made outside of the Okanagan when youre at a local gathering.

Why is Kelowna called Kelowna?

Its name comes from the story of August Gillard, an early settler who crawled from an underground shelter just as a group of First Nation people passed by. The local people called out, “Kim-ach-touch”, meaning Brown Bear. Over time, this became Kelowna, meaning Grizzly Bear, which was easier to pronounce.

Why you should live in Kelowna?

Kelowna is made up of a collection of unique neighbourhoods, each with their own desirable amenities. But one thing they all share is the overall lifestyle, weather and access to recreation that is known as the “Okanagan Lifestyle”. So, we know Kelownas a great place to play. It is also a great place to work.

Is Kelowna a safe city?

While Kelowna may have climbed up one spot, overall, the areas CSI rate dropped eight per cent from 2019. That year, Kelownas CSI rate was 121.4. In a statement to Global News, local RCMP said Kelowna is a safe city.