Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission

Inspired City Summit 2026
2026-04-11 09:30 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Delta Grand Conference Centre
The Inspired City Summit has quickly become a must-attend event in the non-profit sector, growing bigger and more meaningful every year. With the event selling out year after year, they are excited to share that the 2026 Summit will be moving to the Delta Grand Conference Centre. This inspiring, full-day conference will bring together more than 300 community leaders and changemakers from across the valley for learning, collaboration, and connection.

Inspired connections networking event
2026-04-11 16:00 - 18:00 | The Delta Grand
Inspired connections networking event after the Inspired City Summit 2026.

Business After Hours - Hosted by Folktale Cider & RBC Lake Country
2026-04-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Folktale Cider, 3950 Irvine Rd, Lake Country, BC, V4V 2G4, Canada
Join Lake Country Chamber of Commerce for a vibrant evening of building connections at our April 15th Business After 5 event, collaboratively hosted by Folktale Cider and sponsored by RBC Lake Country Branch.

Job connect for future expansion workshop
2026-04-15 17:30 - 18:30 | zoom event, Canada
Did you know that most job opportunities come from conversations, not job boards? Learning how to start and navigate meaningful conversations can open doors to new opportunities.

Young Professional Coffee Social
2026-04-21 08:00 - 09:30 | Spaces, 460 Doyle Ave #106,, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 0C2, Canada
Connect with new friends, other young professionals and get out of the house to work with us at Spaces in the Innovation Centre.

Kickstart your day by making connections with other young professionals in the community at the Coffee Social on Tuesday, April 21st from 8:00 am to 9:30 am and stay for a productive coworking day at SPACES. This Coffee Social, we have partnered with SPACES at the Innovation Centre to offer you the chance to try a free day of coworking till 5:00 pm!
Only limited spots available for the coworking day. Choose between a morning, afternoon or a full day session. Email us at oyp@investkelowna.com to secure your spot for coworking.
Register – https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/young-professional-coffee-social-coworking-day-tickets-1986550945354?aff=oddtdtcreator
Here’s What You Need to Know:
No Entrance Fee: Coffee Social and the Coworking day are FREE! Coffee and snacks will be on us.
Come When You Can: For the Coffee Social, drop by anytime between 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. Stay for a quick chat or linger longer over your coffee — the pace is yours to set. For the coworking day, pick a morning (10:00 am to 1:00 pm), afternoon (1:00 pm to 5:00 pm) or stay for an entire day till 5:00 pm.
Coffee Social Event Details:

Date: April 21st, 2026
Time: Drop in anytime from 8:00 – 9 :30 a.m.
Location: SPACES, Innovation Centre – #106, 460 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 0C2

Who’s welcome?

Just moved to town? Perfect, meet your first friends here!
Grew up in the Okanagan? Be the guide for newcomers.
New to the business world or a seasoned professional? Share stories and insights.
Whether you’re under forty, over forty (and yes, we don’t check IDs), or anywhere in-between, you’re welcome.
Need that morning caffeine fix to kickstart your day? We get it, and we’ve got you covered.
Looking to make new friends, find your community footing again, or broaden your professional network? You’re in the right place
No membership, no sales pitches, just genuine connections. We’re here to celebrate what makes living in the Okanagan great.
The OYP Collective, part of the COEDC, is your gateway to connecting with other dynamic young professionals in our community.

Why Coworking?
Coworking is a shared but independent working environment.One of the greatest benefits of coworking is that it provides a wider range of networking opportunities. Other benefits of coworking include:

Increased productivity
Boosts creativity
Provides collaboration opportunities
Offers greater flexibility
Provides a sense of belonging and purpose

About Spaces
Spaces Innovation is the city’s first foray into flexible workspace, and makes creating an inspiring environment the priority. Based inside the one-of-a-kind Okanagan Centre for Innovation, this dynamic office environment offers more than just four walls and a desk. Instead, professionals and entrepreneurs will find a choice of spaces, from impressive meeting rooms to collaborative desks and laptop charging stations. This highly convenient and incredibly well-equipped modern working hub is sure to become your new go-to place for productivity.
About OYP Collective
The Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective is a program of the COEDC, and a hub of resources to help attract and retain talent in the region. There’s no membership and we don’t sell anything (other than why it’s so great to live here). All are welcome to come out and join to connect with other awesome young professionals in our community!

Operating Expense Reduction Strategies for Manufacturers
2026-04-22 09:30 - 10:30 | Virtual
The webinar will cover strategies exclusively designed to help manufacturers uncover hidden costs and strengthen their bottom line.

DOWNTOWN AFTER 5 - April
2026-04-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Revelry Food + Music Hub, 1375 Water Street,, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Kelowna’s best business casual mixer, Downtown Kelowna After 5, turns traditional networking into a chance to unwind and get to know your neighbours. These events routinely draw 250+ guests looking to socialize, network, share ideas, and have a great time ‘After 5’.

Commerce ConneX at Central Okanagan Food Bank
2026-04-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Central Okanagan Food Bank
Join Kelowna Chamber of Commerce for their April Commerce ConneX on Wednesday April 22nd, 2026 from 5-7pm at the Central Okanagan Food Bank.

Okanagan Business Women Coffee Meet
2026-04-28 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-26 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-23 09:00 - 10:30 | Cascade Lounge at Waterscapes
Okanagan Business Women getting together to connect, network and have fun.

May 2026 OC Cultivates - Tasting Festival and Wine Innovators Conversation
2026-05-07 17:30 - 20:00 | Okanagan College – Kelowna Campus, 1000 K.L.O. Rd, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 4X8, Canada
Enjoy a delicious evening celebrating Okanagan food, beverage and tourism. Learn from industry innovators in engaging conversation.

Okanagan Business Women Social Meet
2026-05-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Kelly O’bryans

Connect + Collab Mixer - The Power of Communication
2026-05-20 17:30 - 20:00 | JOEY Kelowna
Network, exchange ideas, and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs. Expand your circle, spark collaborations & be inspired.
