After months of much debate and discussion, the BC Provincial Cabinet has approved the name change of the beautiful Okanagan town of Westbank to the District of West Kelowna. Before being approved by the BC governenment, residents spent many months debating the pros and cons of the name change, with a narrow vote won in favour of the new name. Residents are hopeful the close association with the internationally recognized Kelowna, will contribute to the growth of the business community additional tourists and marketing
Whatever the name, West Kelowna is a beautiful gem in the Okanagan, with rich soil that produces juicy fruits including the grapes harvested into making Prospect wines. Residents are being encouraged by City Council to be "masters of their own destiny" and create a new history for residents and tourists alike to explore. My hope is that residents will come together, perhaps over a bottle of Prospect wine, remembering the past town stories and history and dream about what the future will be in West Kelowna. Perhaps in years to come, there will be a new story to go on a label of Prospect wines!
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