What the Bank of Canada's Review Means for Okanagan Home Buyers and Sellers
Posted on Jun 25, 2026
Whether you're thinking about buying your first home in Kelowna, downsizing in West Kelowna, or selling in Lake Country, understanding where interest rates may be headed matters.
The Bank of Canada is in the middle of a cross-country consultation — talking to regular Canadians, economists, housing groups, and community organizations — about how it m...
Penticton's Official Community Plan: What It Means for You
Posted on Jun 16, 2026 in Market Updates
Penticton sits between two lakes. That's not just a fun fact — it's basically the whole story. And according to the city's Official Community Plan (OCP), it's going to stay that way on purpose.The OCP is Penticton's long-term roadmap. Think of it like a blueprint for how the city wants to grow, what it wants to protect, and where it wants to put en...
What West Kelowna Could Look Like by 2040: The Official Community Plan, Decoded
Posted on Jun 15, 2026 in Communities
West Kelowna has a long-term plan for how it wants to grow, and like most city documents, it is not exactly beach reading. It's called the Official Community Plan, or OCP, and it looks at where homes could be built, how neighbourhoods may change, what parks and trails should be protected, and what the city wants West Kelowna to feel like by 2040. I...My Favourite Patios in West Kelowna Right Now
Posted on Jun 10, 2026 in Food & Drink
By Erin McLeod | West Kelowna & Okanagan Real Estate
As a realtor, I spend a lot of time showing homes around West Kelowna and telling people where everything is. The question I get asked most isn’t about property taxes or school catchments — it’s “where should we eat?” Priorities. always. So here’s my short list. Three patios, all on the Westside...
What's Actually Happening in the Okanagan Real Estate Market Right Now
Posted on Jun 09, 2026 in Market Updates
A plain-English look at the May 2026 data — and what it means if you're buying, selling, or relocating to Kelowna, West Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton, or the South Okanagan.
If you’ve been watching the economic news out of Ottawa and wondering whether this is a good time to make a move in the Okanagan, here’s the honest answer: the national picture is...
If you’ve been watching the economic news out of Ottawa and wondering whether this is a good time to make a move in the Okanagan, here’s the honest answer: the national picture is...
My Go-To Hike in West Kelowna: Smith Creek
Posted on Jun 07, 2026 in Hikes & Outdoors
Mine is Smith Creek. It’s close to home, dog-approved, and just enough of a climb to make me feel like I did something productive before getting on with the rest of the day.
Smith Creek is a trail network on the west side of West Kelowna, climbing thr...