Kalano Club

The Okanagan Wine Festivals Society, founded in 1980, is one of Canada's largest non-profit wine marketing organizations, dedicated to delivering authentic wine experiences in the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. This organization collaborates with over 100 wineries to create uniquely designed wine festivals and tasting events for locals and visitors alike. Committed to supporting the BC grape and wine industry, the Okanagan Wine Festivals Society relies on community engagement to sustain its programming and the prestigious BC Wine Awards. Through various initiatives, including the Legacy Fund Online Auction, they continue to overcome the challenges posed by changes in corporate sponsorship and the tourism industry's recovery. Generated from the website

The Army Navy & Air Force Veterans in Canada (ANAVETS) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting veterans from all backgrounds, including Indigenous and minority veterans, by fostering a culturally secure environment for their well-being. With over 150 years of history, ANAVETS facilitates various programs, including the innovative Burns Way, which offers peer support from trained veterans sharing their lived experiences. In addition to advocacy and support for veterans, ANAVETS honors the legacy of its members through scholarships and community engagement initiatives while promoting research and education on military and veteran health. The organization also pays tribute to notable figures in its history, such as Major Ret'd Gerald S. Wharton, who dedicated decades to military service and veteran affairs. Generated from the website