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SUMMARY:Building the Right Connections to Grow Your Career in the Central Okanagan
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that many career opportunities come through conversations and professional relationships rather than job postings? Join the interactive workshop hosted by our connector program specialist Kathy Crocker with Kelowna Community Resources on Aug 6 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/building-the-right-connections-to-grow-your-career-in-the-central-okanagan/
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SUMMARY:Casual Tuesdays Networking - Aug 11
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, August 11\, Future of Productivity returns to The Office Brewery for their second anniversary. Show up\, join a conversation\, and see where it goes. Register on Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/casual-tuesdays-networking-aug-11/
LOCATION:The Office Brewery
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SUMMARY:Young Professional Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:OYP Collective is mixing things up with an Ice Cream Social — a casual and fun way to network with young professionals and enjoy a treat together. \nHere’s what to expect: \nJoin us and Westbank First Nation at Kapi Chido for networking and ice cream. Joining us is free and Ice cream will be on us! \nCome When You Can: Drop by anytime between 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Stay for a quick chat or linger longer over your ice cream— the pace is yours to set. \nEvent Details: \nDate: Wednesday\, August 12th\, 2025\nTime: Drop in anytime from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.\nLocation: 3310 Carrington Rd #101\, Westbank\, BC V4T 0G6
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/young-professional-ice-cream-social-5/
LOCATION:Kapi Chido
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SUMMARY:Startup Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Join Accelerate Okanagan on Thursday\, August 13th for a relaxed evening of genuine connection. No presentations\, no sales pitches\, no agenda. Just good people\, cold drinks\, and the kind of conversations that actually go somewhere.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/startup-drinks-2/
LOCATION:kelowna innovation centre
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SUMMARY:Entering Canada’s Defence Market: How to Get Started
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Export Navigator and 123 Defence\, this three-part webinar series is for B.C. SMEs considering the defence market. \nGrowing defence investment is creating new opportunities for Canadian companies. Many SMEs already develop technologies with both commercial and defence applications\, but the defence market can be challenging to navigate when entering it for the first time. \nThis session will provide a practical overview of the Canadian defence procurement landscape. You’ll learn how the market works\, how government and industry buy\, and what companies should understand before investing time and resources in pursuing dual-use and defence opportunities.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/entering-canadas-defence-market-how-to-get-started/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Casual Drinks Social
DESCRIPTION:Join the Okanagan Game Developers Association for our quarterly casual game developer’s social night. Whether you’re a professional\, indie\, or aspiring game developer\, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with the local game dev community in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/casual-drinks-social/
LOCATION:Copper Brewing
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SUMMARY:Kelowna Job Fair: Finance\, Healthcare & Retail Careers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by WorkBC Centre Kelowna \n\n\n\n\nLooking for your next career opportunity? \nJoin them for a dynamic in-person hiring event in Kelowna\, featuring opportunities in: \n\nFinance\nHealthcare\nRetail\nSecurity and more!\n\nThis event brings together employers actively hiring and job seekers in a smaller\, more personalized setting.
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/kelowna-job-fair-finance-healthcare-retail-careers/
LOCATION:WorkBC Centre Kelowna
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SUMMARY:Becoming Defence Ready: Contract Security Program and Controlled Goods
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Export Navigator and 123 Defence\, this three-part webinar series is for B.C. SMEs considering the defence market. \n\n\n\n\nCompanies pursuing defence and dual-use opportunities may encounter requirements for organizational security screening\, personnel clearances\, protected information or Controlled Goods registration. These requirements can affect whether a company is eligible to bid\, how quickly it can begin work and the internal processes that may need to be in place. \nThis session will explain how Canada’s Contract Security Program and Controlled Goods Program work\, when they may apply and what companies need to do to prepare and get started.
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