Okanagan Pride Society (OPS) is a non-profit, member-based organization committed to serving the Okanagan’s LGBT2Q+ community.
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Doak Shirreff Kelowna Lawyers
What is Spousal Support & When Does it End?
TagsArticles, Family Law“I have to pay what?” and “When does it end?” are the usual questions that we as lawyers get asked when someone learns that they will most likely have to pay spousal support. Family Law: Why do I have to Pay Spousal Support? Spousal support can be payable for a number of reasons, sometimes…
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Are You Located in RU7 Zoning?
TagsArticles, Real Estate and TransactionsTo resolve one of the challenges that booming Kelowna faces - the need for more housing - the City of Kelowna has been interested in bringing new housing concepts to Kelowna’s core downtown neighborhoods. One such concept is the new urban residential zoning, or RU7 zoning. RU7 zoning offers an opportunity for increased density in…
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How to not Start a War when Breaking Up
TagsArticles, Divorce, Family LawBreaking up is always an emotional event but it doesn’t have to be a disaster. There are many reasons to avoid full-out warfare including reducing your legal costs, minimizing the effect on your children, speeding up resolutions of the issues and reducing the toll the process takes on you. Family Divorce Lawyer: Advice on Breaking…
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The End is Near: Transitioning Societies
TagsArticles, Business LawAs a reminder, there is just over one year left for societies (not-for-profit corporations) incorporated prior to November 28, 2016 to transition in accordance with the new Societies Act (the “Act”) – all societies have until November 28, 2018 to do so. The transitioning process involves the online filing of a transition application, including a…
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Can I Inherit Debt?
TagsArticles, Wills & Estate PlanningIt is a common misconception that when a person dies, that person’s family inherits his or her debt. Beneficiaries are relieved to hear that this is not the case; generally speaking, you do not “inherit” debt unless you previously accepted responsibility for it. What Happens To Debt When a Person Dies? The answer to this…
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Distracted Driving: Put the Phone Away
TagsArticles, Community SupportHow many times have you gone to reach for your phone while driving? Waiting for that text or email with your phone right beside you and being more concerned about what it says rather than what’s in front of you. It’s time to stop and put the phone down and start paying attention. The BC…
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Mamas for Mamas
TagscommunityMamas for Mamas is an organization devoted to providing support to low-income mothers in the Okanagan. Kate Snowsell provides pro bono legal support and we are a frequent supporter of Mamas for Mamas events in an effort to help them achieve their goals.
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Canadian Blood Services
TagscommunityAs a Partner For Life with Canadian Blood Services we commit to an annual target of blood donations in order to help fill the continuous need. Our lawyers, staff, family and friends all contribute to do our part to ensure this demand is met.
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Young Professionals
TagscommunityOur associates are involved in and we sponsor Okanagan Young Professionals, an organization that helps attract young professionals to the region and assists them in getting established in the Okanagan. We are passionate about bringing bright minds and growth to our community.
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