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One of my favourite things about fall is the ability to preserve our harvest by canning. I know…canning sounds old fashioned, doesn’t it? I can’t help myself…there is something so satisfying about eating freshly preserved items made with your own hands. Yum! I feel like a squirrel hiding her nuts for later when things are scarce. We are truly blessed …
Wildfire season is officially upon us here in beautiful BC, with over 150 fires starting in the past week. The Christie Mountain wildfire that began on August 18th is especially close to home and we are so fortunate that most people have been able to return to their residence safely with little to no damage. This situation provides an opportunity …
Parents have always found back to school time challenging with trying to get everyone back to their routines, school shopping and now we can add mask wearing to their daunting list. Whether you are a parent who laments the end of summer or you are a parent who is doing the happy dance… we all have a new challenge this …
As we all move forward with the reopening of our communities it is important to remember one common thread of our local fabric…. the store that kept the late hours for last minute pick ups, the restaurant where the staff greeted you by name, the dry cleaners, the winery …our local business community. Local businesses are part of our lives, …
As we all do our part to stay home and embrace social distancing, parents face unique challenges trying to keep their little ones occupied, supervised and happy. We feel for you! Our RE/MAX Sales Associates are working from home right now too, juggling little ones, as well as work and family responsibilities. Consider some of their tips for keeping the …
Easter egg hunt .. Duh!! BUT there are lots of ways you can spice things up! Have a different color egg for each child, do a scavenger hunt with clue’s in the eggs and a grand prize at the end. 2. Dye eggs and get creative with fun designs. Try something new like shaving cream Easter eggs! Use dye on …
With the global spread of COVID-19, the novel coronavirus, all Canadians and the world at large are being urged to stay at home. Even major conferences and events such as the Summer Olympics have been cancelled to decrease the risk of infection. Many employers are encouraging or requiring their staff to work from home until notified. This may be new …
We at RE/MAX in Summerland, Penticton & Osoyoos hope that you are healthy, safe and comfortable in your home. Home has always had a special meaning to all of us. In light of COVID-19, the importance of shelter (having a home) has been incredibly underscored and at the same time assumed. That is because we live in the best Country …
Grade 12 Student Bursary Program 2020 Quest for Excellence Bursary, awards $16,000 in bursaries to deserving Grade 12 students annually through our Quest for Excellence Bursaries Program. Since the year 2000, $176,000 have been awarded to Western Canadian grade 12 students. RE/MAX of Western Canada is committed to helping future community leaders by offering $16,000 in bursary funds through its annual Program. …
Maybe its just me… I see newly renovated spaces regularly and while many are beautifully done they are missing the wow factor… they are unremarkable or just a little too vanilla as Mr. Grey would say. Consider embracing boldness when contemplating a renovation or redecoration project in your home this year. Sorry I had to duck as one of our …
