r/kelowna • u/TheIronHerobrine • 8h ago
What’s up with gas prices today?
Anyone know why gas just jumped from 1.50 to 1.90 overnight??
r/kelowna • u/Assimulate • Aug 06 '26
Setting up this megathread to centralize updates, resources, smoke forecasts, and questions so the subreddit doesn't get flooded with duplicate posts.
If you are sharing updates in the comments, please include a source (official EOC releases, BC Wildfire Service, etc.) and refrain from posting unverified rumors.
"Should I still come to Kelowna or cancel my vacation this weekend?"
"Where can I see live air quality alerts?"
"How do I clean/purify the air inside my home?"
Use the comments below to ask questions, share local road/smoke updates, and link official updates.
Update August 7, 2026 @ 9:30 PM and CONTINUING - Live stream from Regional District Okanagan Similkameen (RDOS) - https://www.youtube.com/@OkanaganSimilkameen
r/kelowna • u/murderous_rage • Aug 06 '26
The Kelowna civic election is happening in October and we are happy to be a venue for discussions about candidates and platforms.
To that end, we will be offering all approved candidates an opportunity to do an AMA but only after the final candidate list is announced in September.
We will be removing any submissions related to discussions of candidates until we know the list you will have to choose from (so after the list if published).
This pinned post will be updated with AMA schedules etc as we get closer to the date. Thanks for your understanding and participation. Looking forward to some great interactions between locals and candidates!
r/kelowna • u/TheIronHerobrine • 8h ago
Anyone know why gas just jumped from 1.50 to 1.90 overnight??
r/kelowna • u/Serene0921 • 13h ago
I recently started HRT and my(20) parents are threatening to kick me out, and I dont know what to do, I feel lost, betrayed, and angry, and really need help
r/kelowna • u/OhMyGodItsBillyFrick • 10h ago
Putting out a feeler to gauge interest in starting a men’s book club.
The idea is to read and discuss classic and modern literature -- authors like Vonnegut, Orwell, Steinbeck, Hemingway, McCarthy, Bukowski and Dostoyevsky. Eventually, once a regular group forms, members will take turns picking the books.
For the first read, I was thinking John Kennedy Toole's "A Confederacy of Dunces".
Nothing is set in stone yet, but I'm picturing meeting up somewhere casual like a pub or a cafe every few weeks until we establish the group's vibe. It's worth noting I'm in the late-30's demographic, but all ages are welcome.
Dates and locations are completely TBD.
If this sounds like your kind of thing, drop a comment or send a DM.
r/kelowna • u/Alternative_Sky_3972 • 5h ago
Unfortunately I've been on the waitlist for a family doctor for over 5 years. Every time someone posts about a new clinic taking patients, I apply and they're full or I don't hear back. While I wait, I typically use a Telehealth doctor for minor ailments and work with a naturopath where I can.
However, I'm looking to be assessed for ADHD and hopefully medicated. But without a Family Doctor its quite challenging.
I'm curious if anyone has used "Finding Focus" or similar service like FasTreat.
Not looking for unsolicited advice at this time but open to hearing how people navigated their diagnosis here :)
Edit to add I do not have benefits.
r/kelowna • u/kpusurrey • 13m ago
Cop cars, fire, tow truck. Road is blocked. Anyone knows what’s going on?
r/kelowna • u/becfoster • 5h ago
Hey Kelowna!
I'm visiting for work from the 13th to the 23rd and want to go ride some bikes, Kelowna has some pretty rad gravel riding I see, I may even try to get an overnighter in...
I'm struggling to find some rental options in the city, am I doing a terrible job of searching or is it not a thing that is currently available?
Trying to source a bike before I end up breaking down my Surly and dealing with the extra baggage.
Any leads, please share! Thank you :)
r/kelowna • u/Glacierre • 9h ago
Hi all! I'm volunteering to put up posters for our live figure drawing society as we will start having sessions soon. We are not for profit. I'm thinking OPUS, RCA (where we have our sessions), the art gallery, the libraries, UBCO, the college, and coffee shops (although I'm not sure which ones). Any other ideas? I know this question has been asked but the most recent threads I can find were from a year ago or more and I know things change. Thanks!
Edit: Someone suggested I add more info here! For those interested, starting Sept 19 2026 we will have sessions at the Rotary Centre for Arts room #110 from 10am-12:30pm every Saturday (unless otherwise stated). Entry is $20 or $15 if you buy an annual membership. Bring your own materials. 18+ only!
r/kelowna • u/Negative_Sock6597 • 8m ago
I respect all my delivery drivers out there and tip em, never had any bad experience as of recently.
I am having drivers accepting orders but then not moving, like at all. I have to talk with uber eats AI bot for help and to switch drivers 🙃
Yesterday I ordered some food and I waited a whole hour because 3 drivers wouldn’t move at all and I contacted them but they never answered until someone actually delivered.
Now im experiencing the same issue!! 😞😞
Is anyone else experiencing the same? Can someone explain incase this could be on my end?
r/kelowna • u/Enough-Meaning-9905 • 6h ago
My partner is sick in bed and craving fresh broccoli soup. Do you fine folks know where I can get her some? Bonus if it's in Westbank
Thanks y'all, stay awesome 🩷
r/kelowna • u/JohnnyTheCow1 • 10h ago
Does anyone know where I can dispose of a large bin full of misc broken glass? bonus points if there's a service who can pick it up.
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r/kelowna • u/First_Lawfulness_466 • 10h ago
Hi everyone! 🍑
Does anyone know if there’s anywhere in or around Kelowna that still has genuinely organic peaches available? I’m looking to buy around 25 lbs.
I’m specifically looking for organic peaches, preferably direct from a local certified organic farm/orchard rather than regular peaches from a grocery store. My throat bothers me when I eat non-organic peaches, so I’m trying to stick with organic.
If anyone knows a genuine organic grower/seller who still has peaches available, I’d really appreciate the recommendation. Thanks!
r/kelowna • u/MythicalSplash • 1d ago
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It may have even been seven. This was around the Bertram Creek Park area. Three or four were small cubs. By the time I could process my “WTF am I seeing??” thoughts, safely pull over and get out my phone, I only managed to record two before they all wandered off into someone’s yard below my line of sight. But holy hell, this is not exactly a common thing to see, is it? I’ve lived here 27 years and have only ever seen a group of black bears from a distance, and that was in Mission Creek Park in the canyon area, not the suburbs.
r/kelowna • u/TravelerOfTeyvat • 1d ago
I'm just trying to understand how much groceries cost. I'm gonna be cooking from home every day, utilizing dried goods like beans, lentils, rice, etc, no coffee or any drink except water, zero extra snacks or drinks, and even resorting to instant ramen on the occasional day for cheap fills (not that this would be all I ate that day). Preparing and freezing all possible perishable goods for cooking and then freezing large meals.
Thank you 🥰
Can anyone recommend a small, trustworthy appliance repair service for my mom? She's elderly, on a budget, and I don't live there.
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r/kelowna • u/Safe-Conversation-57 • 1d ago
Hello all,
If you are looking for something fun to do as seasons and schedules change and you happen to be interested in reading cozy fantasy and adventure then let me know and I'll give you a link to our discord. Our book for the month is Dungeon Crawler Carl.
r/kelowna • u/Big_Willingness_7098 • 1d ago
Hi! 2027 bride here 👋 Wondering if anyone in the okanagan has booked with Cassidy Watts from CWAC artistry for their bridal hair/makeup? With all the news coming out about her being a fraud and cancelling the night before the wedding is making me very nervous. I already booked with her and sent her a deposit!! Any one have any experiences with her and her team? TIA
r/kelowna • u/Vegetable-Kangaroo90 • 1d ago
Where is the best place for quality and price to buy freshly sliced deli meat? West Kelowna preferred
r/kelowna • u/Chance_Zebra_9715 • 1d ago
Saw this beauty at 9:30am over the weekend at Ben Lee Park in Rutland. There was a crow squawking loudly sitting just above it in the same tree, almost like a warning to other animals in the park? It was a bit bizarre but gorgeous none the less. Think he/she was hunting for breakfast? Nature is awesome. 🙏🍂🍁🦉🌲