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This is Kelowna

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This is Kelowna gets to the heart of the news that matters to this city. From the bridge, to city hall, to the rail trail -- because we're more than beaches and wine. Hosted by Chris Walker. New episodes each Thursday.

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Racquet race: The battle for public court space in Kelowna 09.07.2026

Recreational court space is at a premium this summer. CBC’s Kimberly Davidson is finding out tennis players are taking on pickleball players in the hunt for a place to rally.

Sign o' the times in Kelowna 02.07.2026

You can't miss it! CBC's Alya Ramadan on Kelowna's new downtown sign.

Ron Cannan wants to be the next mayor 25.06.2026

Career politician and current city councillor, Ron Cannan talks about his faith and makes his pitch for why he’s the best option come October.

Has Kelowna become numb to the drug crisis? 18.06.2026

A former Kelowna resident, Kirk Caouette who now lives abroad, returns to his old neighbourhood and is shocked by what he sees.

Is Kelowna ready for a pro sports team? 11.06.2026

The world is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup, but closer to home, CBC’s Joseph Otoo wants to know if the City of Kelowna has what it takes to host a professional sports team.

Will West Kelowna ever get back-up power? 04.06.2026

Eleven years ago, politicians and BC Hydro promised a back-up power supply for West Kelowna. The CBC's Kimberly Davidson explains why it could still be years away.

Officials tight-lipped after weapons threat at Kelowna school 28.05.2026

Parents in Kelowna are frustrated with a lack of information from police and school officials after a lockdown and arrest at a local middle school. We talk to Jon Rever, Superintendent of Central Okanagan Schools and Duff Conacher with Democracy Watch.

Power play? Hockey and politics in Kelowna 21.05.2026

Kelowna mayor Tom Dyas on the Memorial Cup, old boys clubs, and the upcoming municipal election.

Can corporate chains save Bernard Avenue? 14.05.2026

As Bernard Avenue opens to pedestrians for the summer and the strip loses another iconic business, Chris Wills with Venture Commercial says it’s time to rethink what’s bringing people downtown.

A popular Kelowna winery goes under right before tourist season 07.05.2026

The Vibrant Vine Winery is in receivership after defaulting on a $7 million mortgage, throwing wedding plans into disarray. We talk to a jilted couple and a wedding planner, plus we'll meet the new CEO of Tourism Kelowna.

Introducing: This is Kelowna 30.04.2026

Kelowna is not like other places -- we're the land of hustle bros, wildfires and good looking realtors. But for what's really going on behind those glitzy filters, there's This is Kelowna. We're a news podcast by reporters who live here, about what really matters in this city.

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