A new temporary shelter with 42 beds for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness is open in Penticton.

Effective immediately, Diane Nicholls, British Columbia’s chief forester, has set a new allowable annual cut (AAC) level for Tree Farm Licence (TFL) 8 in the Southern Interior.

The Province, through BC Housing, is proceeding with a proposal for a new temporary shelter that would provide a safe place to sleep for people staying in Penticton’s Victory Church shelter after it closes in spring 2022.

As of Oct. 15, 2021, areas within McTaggart-Cowan/nsək'łniw't wildlife management area (WMA) damaged by this year’s Thomas Creek fire have been closed to all public use.

Dam repairs to the Yellow Lake Dam will cause disruptions for those wishing to access the west end of Yellow Lake.

Effective immediately, recreational fishing in most streams and rivers has been closed in most areas of the South Okanagan.

The Province, through BC Housing, has purchased three motels in Penticton as part of a proposed redevelopment plan to preserve and revitalize 105 affordable homes for people with low incomes in the community. 

Effective immediately, areas damaged by last year’s Christie Mountain fire in the McTaggart-Cowan/nsək'łniw't wildlife management area (WMA) will be closed for all public use.

People living in Penticton and surrounding communities have better access to team-based everyday health care with a new urgent and primary care centre (UPCC) that is now open at 101 - 437 Martin Street.