The Crisis Line’s trained volunteers provide support to individuals experiencing emotional or situational distress, relationship issues, and social isolation. The purpose of the line is to provide a “community safety net”, enabling individuals and families to manage mental health concerns and to provide a non-judgmental listening ear to those who could benefit from engaging in […]
Central Okanagan Local Immigration Partnership (COLIP) is offering the Okanagan community an opportunity to gain insight into recruiting and retaining diverse talent while ensuring inclusion within the workplace. This full-day event includes a keynote luncheon with Raghwa Gopal, President & CEO of Innovate BC, three themed panels and a networking reception. Our generous sponsors include […]
KCR’s Community Volunteer Income Tax team is available to help individuals with their back taxes (we are not able to process 2019 taxes until May 2020). We have both drop-off and in-person opportunities. Contact us at csvolunteer@kcr.ca for an appointment. In this publication, we have compiled a list of additional volunteer-run Income Tax clinics in the Central Okanagan with all […]
Respect Lives Here Sacred Spaces Tour Join us on Saturday, February 22nd, 2020, as we explore five of Kelowna’s Sacred Spaces together to learn, share, and deepen our understanding of different faiths. Everyone is invited! Hosts will greet the group, give insight into the ceremony, and answer any questions from participants. Schedule: 1:00 pm – […]
A Celebration of Culture, People and Food Date: Saturday, February 1, 2020, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Location: Main Street Centre, 2041 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna Admission: Entry by donation Food Tickets: $1, a varying number of tickets needed per item of food Taste authentic flavours. See colourful costumes. Experience traditions in song and dance. Meet […]
KCR is Closed December 23-27, 2019 & January 1, 2020 Emergency phone service will be available on December 23, 24 & 27 KCR is Open December 30-31, 2019 Back to normal operating hours on January 2, 2020
It’s GivingTuesday and KCR is super excited to launch the Imagine Campaign for the Central Okanagan Family Hub. You can help by making a donation, or become a Hub Champion and host your own fundraiser through our Trellis fundraising platform. It’s easy to start and we can help you. Make a donation Host your own […]
KCR is excited to bring you Skills Training for Employment Program (STEPs) to Training for Success! Find Employment as a Building Service Worker. STEPs Program supports vulnerable individuals to employment through Skills Training and Employment supports so that they can achieve Sustainable Employment. Dates: Intake dates are ongoing. Contact us for more details. Contact Us: […]
THE HOLIDAYS… that magical time at the end of each year where people gather to celebrate. It’s a time filled with traditions of family and cultural folklore and with a wide variety of events and activities throughout our communities. This publication contains a listing of holiday events, Christmas hamper locations, stories and traditions, and religious […]
We’ve compiled a listing of clinics in the Central Okanagan (Kelowna, Lake Country, West Kelowna/Westbank, Peachland, Summerland, Vernon) that are offering the flu/influenza shot with all the information you need – dates, times and criteria (if applicable). Download Now