Barry Gerding

Kelowna

Senior Regional Reporter at Penticton Western News

Senior Regional Reporter at Lake Country Calendar

Senior Regional Reporter at Kelowna Capital News

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Thompson Okanagan summer tourism outlook positive

1 week ago | vernonmorningstar.com | Barry Gerding

Despite the current global economic chaos, the outlook for the 2025 tourism season remains positive, says the newly elected chair of the Okanagan Thompson Tourism Association board (TOTA). Sandra Oldfield says spring and summer bookings across the industry are already up from last year. "We think the tourism season will be strong because Americans will still be coming here and Canadians may also be staying closer to home such as what happened during the pandemic," Oldfield said.
Draft guidelines for AI use in Central Okanagan schools outlined

1 week ago | comoxvalleyrecord.com | Barry Gerding

Central Okanagan Public Schools has taken a first step in developing guidelines for responsible use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) for K-12 educators, students and parents. A 17-page report was presented to the education and services committee meeting last Wednesday for discussion, presented by learning technology services district principal Troy White, teacher consultant Tobias Blaskovits, teacher consultant Nicole Leboe, and privacy and cybersecurity manager Ken Yew.
Water briefs: Curtailing impact of Okanagan lakes algae blooms

1 week ago | vernonmorningstar.com | Barry Gerding

Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are a growing problem in Okanagan lakes. These blooms can impact drinking water, wildlife and recreation boating and swimming uses.
Draft guidelines for AI use in Central Okanagan schools outlined

1 week ago | westknews.com | Barry Gerding

Central Okanagan Public Schools has taken a first step in developing guidelines for responsible use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) for K-12 educators, students and parents. A 17-page report was presented to the education and services committee meeting last Wednesday for discussion, presented by learning technology services district principal Troy White, teacher consultant Tobias Blaskovits, teacher consultant Nicole Leboe, and privacy and cybersecurity manager Ken Yew.
iGen empowers Central Okanagan high school student entrepreneurs

2 weeks ago | kelownacapnews.com | Barry Gerding

The annual Innovative Generation Challenge (iGen) looks to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit in Central Okanagan high school students. This year marks the 32nd anniversary of the business plan pitching competition that fosters innovation and business acumen in students. This year, the iGen Competition reaches new heights, with more than 400 students participating from 17 different high school classes across all five Central Okanagan public secondary schools.
U.S. tariffs present challenges to Okanagan businesses

2 weeks ago | saobserver.net | Barry Gerding

Alisha McFetridge questioned whether or not to bring up the issue of U.S. tariffs when she made a presentation to her board of directors last November. McFetridge is the co-founder and CEO of RainStick Shower, a clean tech company creating products with an eye to water conservation benefits. RainStick is North America's first circular shower that saves 80 per cent on water use and up to 80 per cent on energy while providing almost two times the water flow rate.
Central Okanagan school outdoor learning space project delays frustrates parent

1 month ago | westknews.com | Barry Gerding

Schools across the Central Okanagan School District are confronted with ongoing challenges in securing approval and implementation of Parent Advisory Council initiated and funded projects, says a parent advocate. Cadre Simpson appeared before the Central Okanagan Board of Education earlier this month to highlight her frustrations with school enhancement project delays, specifically outdoor learning spaces including playgrounds, that generate PAC funding support and then become stalled.
Okanagan teacher looks to connect visually impaired students with science

2 months ago | keremeosreview.com | Barry Gerding

A University of Victoria student seeking a thesis topic for her masters degree has opened up an opportunity for visually impaired students across the province. Lynn Wales was encouraged to think "outside the box" in coming up with her topic, so she combined her interest in whales with inclusive education ideals, which led her to create the concept of providing a program through the Bamfield Marine Science Program for the the blind and visually impaired.
2 West Kelowna school catchment boundaries adjusted

2 months ago | westknews.com | Barry Gerding

A school district staff report outlines the need for a catchment area boundary adjustment involving Webber Road and Shannon Lake elementary schools in West Kelowna. A new subdivision created along Smith Creek Road has raised the issue of the subdivision being split between the two school catchment boundaries. The current catchment boundary was established in January 2022 with future Smith Creek development included in the Shannon Lake catchment to accommodate the proposed future neighbourhood.
Okanagan Basin Water Board issues invasive mussels call to action

2 months ago | summerlandreview.com | Barry Gerding

The Okanagan Basin Water Board is sending a message to the provincial government - increase the funding from $3.3 million to $5.5 million for 2025 to operate the provincial Invasive Mussel Defence Program (IMDP). The question remains, however, whether anyone in Victoria is listening.

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