Okanagan Valley
Kelowna & Okanagan Valley, Canada
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What is the difference between Kelowna and Okanagan?
Generally, Kelowna is the transition zone between the drier south and the wetter north. The Okanagan north of Kelowna has a humid continental climate (Köppen: Dfb) with warm, sometimes hot summers and cold winters with highs around freezing, though mild by Canadian standards.
Is Kelowna part of Okanagan Valley?
Situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley on the traditional, ancestral, unceded territory of the syilx/Okanagan people, Kelowna is surrounded by mountains, lakes and vineyards where residents embrace outdoor adventure and an active lifestyle all year long.
Why are people moving out of Kelowna?
Anecdotally, Mallory has heard of people moving out of Kelowna because they just can't make ends meet with the high cost of living and housing. Usually, these people are headed to Alberta for higher-paying jobs and cheaper housing.
What is the largest city in the Okanagan Valley?
Located in the Thompson Okanagan region Kelowna is the largest city in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley. Located approximately 400 kms (240 mi) from Vancouver and 150 km (90 miles) north of the United States border.