View in browser August 7, 2025 Building Kelowna: 2025 infrastructure milestonesIn 2025, the City set out for a big year of infrastructure projects to build community, connection, peace of mind and longevity throughout the city. More than 130 projects were identified at the start of the year with a
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Building Kelowna: 2025 infrastructure milestones

In 2025, the City set out for a big year of infrastructure projects to build community, connection, peace of mind and longevity throughout the city. More than 130 projects were identified at the start of the year with a budgeted investment of $150 million, a 50 per cent increase in investment over 2024.

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Test driving new drone tech to combat wildfires

In late May, the Kelowna Fire Department partnered with FireSwarm Solutions Inc. for an Integrated Training Exercise on Knox Mountain, showcasing advanced drone technology designed to support early wildfire suppression and prevention—particularly in hard-to-reach terrain, during nighttime or low-visibility conditions or in situations that are unsafe for pilots and ground crews.

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Council Connect: A new era for recreation in Kelowna

I still remember the first time I brought my kids to the Parkinson Recreation Centre. Like so many families in Kelowna, we made it part of our routine—a place for swim lessons, sports, and time together.


Now, we are building the next chapter of that legacy. 

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Water's Wild Ride

In this episode of City at Work Season 2, we head behind the scenes at Kelowna’s wastewater treatment facility! Join us on the wastewater journey, from the moment it goes down the drain to how it’s treated before returning safely to Okanagan Lake. Meet the small but mighty team working every day to protect our lake and keep our community clean.

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Building smarter: Kelowna's infill evolution

Learn more about how the City is making it easier for single-lot owners to create spaces for their changing families or generate rental income. Infill housing like secondary suites, townhomes, duplexes and laneway homes increase housing options and support the diverse needs of our community.


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Need help with your next neighbourhood event?

The Neighbourhood Event program helps Kelowna residents who want to host a get-together with their neighbours and would like a little help along the way!

Our team can assist with pre-event planning, on-site staff support or access to equipment or resources. Whether you're looking to host a condo/block party, a neighbourhood scavenger hunt, picnic, porch concert or BBQ, we can help!

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Free family events all summer long 

Your favourite outdoor summer events for the whole family are back! Park & Play, Dancing in the Park, Sunset Yoga and Roller Nights all return this month and promise weekly free fun throughout July and August. From Stuart Park to neighbourhood parks near you... discover all the City's free community events at kelowna.ca/calendar.

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Beat the summer heat: Prepare for hot temps

Keep yourself and your family safe during extreme heat this summer. In the Okanagan, it’s common for our summers to be hot and sunny, but we must be careful when temperatures rise dangerously high. As the summer temps heat up, we will share information and resources to help prepare extreme heat plans in case of an emergency. Learn about the difference between Heat Warnings and Heat Emergencies.

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City Fact 

 

Did you know we unpaved a parking lot and put up a paradise? In 1987, the City built Kasugai Gardens as a dedication to its sister city in Kasugai, Japan. The park is a beautiful integration of pathways, plants and water. Kasugai Gardens is open daily from 9 a.m., between March and October.

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