Prevously known as: Rutland Community Services

- Coordinates an annual health exhibition with local health professionals and vendors on-site helping people explore lifestyle resources that are available in Kelowna- Also offers health services such as blood pressure testing, cardiovascular evaluations, vegan taste-testing- For more information, please call our office \Languages: English

Close To: Gerstmar Rd and Hwy 33

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Prevously known as: Army Cadets

- Develops abilities in leadership- Activities include biathlon, band and marksmanship

Accessibility: Fully Accessible \Languages: English

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/1705-BCD-Army-Cadets/101064920032727

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- Provides a variety of services for seniors in three difference price ranges covering five categories: Health, medication, nutrition, leisure, and housekeeping.- For the complete list of services covered under the Gold, Platinum and Diamond price ranges and additional information, please contact the program coordinator. \Primary Contact: Supha Phon, Programme Coordinator \Languages: English ; German ; Thai

Facebook: www.facebook.com/5dimensionsofcare

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- Develops abilities in leadership- Activities include band and marksmanship \Languages: English ; French

Close To: Lawrence Ave and Richter St

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/903-BCD-Royal-Canadian-Army-Cadets/176368472547360

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- Provides a community-based program for youth who are interested in participating in a variety of fun, challenging and rewarding activities while learning about the army activities of the Canadian Forces- Offers opportunities to learn about naval and maritime environments through activities on and off the water, including sailing, seamanship, shipboard life, naval communications, power boat handling, boat repair, and marine engineering- Cadets can compete for a chance to participate in annual sailing regattas- Selected seniors can attend international exchanges, sail aboard Tall Ships, participate in ship deployments on Canadian Navy and Coast Guard ships- Cadets are not members of the Canadian Forces, nor are they expected to join the military- Optional training throughout the year on weekends or Sunday evenings such as Sail weekends, air-rifle marksmanship \Primary Contact: Sub-Lieutenant Rodney Earl, Commanding Officer; Phone: 250.826.0405 \Alternate Contact: Sub-Lieutenant Melanie Kerr, Training Officer; Phone: 778.232.9802 \Languages: English ; French

Close To: Richter St and Lawrence Ave

Facebook: www.facebook.com/93grenville/

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Provides opportunities for people to enhance their spiritual growth. \Primary Contact: Dale Baldwin, Pastor; Email: [email protected] \Languages: English

Close To: Springfield Rd and Spall Rd

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CalvaryChapelKelownaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC_m-c8pEMdEgkKbBVj9rP-A

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Offers a traditional Canadian camp experience for children, youth and adults during the summer months, including:- Scamper Camp, ages 5-7 - Kids Camp, ages 8-12 - Mom and Kids Camp - Family Camp - Polaris Junior, ages 13-14 - Polaris Senior, ages 15-16 - Polaris Outsiders (Canoeing OR Hiking Trip), ages 13-16- Polaris C.I.T. (Counselor in Training), ages 16-17 \Languages: English

Facebook: www.facebook.com/campfircomTwitter: twitter.com/campfircomYouTube: www.youtube.com/user/CampFircom

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Offers summer camping for children, youth, and adults, including:- Counsellor/Leader in Training Camp (ages 14-17)- Intermediate Camp (ages 10-13)- Junior Camp (ages 7-10)- Junior-Intermediate Camp (ages 7-13 years)- Try Camp (ages 6-11), and Teen Camp (ages 13-16) Camp grounds also available for private rentals. \Languages: English

Close To: Enderby Mabel Lake Rd

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Mackenzie-Camp-135686039945755/

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- Offers summer camps for children and youth ages 7-17 years - Includes special themes each week, chapel, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sports, hiking, crafts, drama, music and campfires - Provides facility rental for retreats, weddings, and family reunions during non-summer camp periods - Also available for school groups, family reunions and group rentals at other times of the year \Primary Contact: Director, Owaissi Anglican Camp Association; Phone: 778.478.8312; Email: [email protected] \Languages: English

Close To: Westside Pl and Westside Rd

Facebook: www.facebook.com/campoac/

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- Helps Canadians meet their housing needs by contributing to the stability of the housing market and financial system, providing support for Canadians in housing need, and offering objective housing research and advice to Canadian governments, consumers and the housing industry - Direct delivery is handled by the province

Facebook: www.facebook.com/cmhc.schlInstagram: www.linkedin.com/company/canada-mortgage-and-housing-corporationTwitter: www.twitter.com/CMHC_caYouTube: www.youtube.com/CMHCca

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Provides pensions and benefits when contributors retire, become disabled or deceased \Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm (Pacific Time)

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Prevously known as: Revenue Canada

Provides drop box for correspondence and payments at this location during business hours \Languages: English

Close To: Winnipeg St and Nanaimo Ave W

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cra-arcRSS: www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/e-services/feeds.htmlTwitter: twitter.com/CanRevAgencyYouTube: www.youtube.com/CanRevAgency

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- Manages the blood and blood products supply for Canadians - Collects, tests and manufactures blood, blood components and stem cells - Conducts ground-breaking research - Volunteer positions available \Primary Contact: Patti Kilback, Volunteer Coordinator; Phone: 250.717.5244 ext 6 \Hours: Mon: 11:00am - 6:00pm*Tue: 11:00am - 6:00pmWed: ClosedThu: 11:00am - 6:00pmFri: Closed Sat: 9:00am - 5:00pm**Sun: Closed* Clinic open 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. on select dates** Clinic open Saturday, every 2 weeks \Languages: English

Close To: Dilworth Dr and Baron Rd

Facebook: www.facebook.com/itsinyoutogiveInstagram: www.instagram.com/itsinyoutogive/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/canadian-blood-servicesTwitter: twitter.com/@itsinyoutogiveYouTube: youtube.com/18882DONATE

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- Funds relevant and innovative research - Provides education and awareness programs - Advocates for early diagnosis and effective treatment options - Supports a positive quality of life for those living with breast cancer \Languages: English

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CanadianBreastCancerFoundationTwitter: twitter.com/CBCFYouTube: www.youtube.com/user/CBCFcentral

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- Provides leading financial support for cancer research and delivers community-based support programs and prevention information for all types of cancer - Volunteer opportunities available \Primary Contact: Corinna Adams, Volunteer and Community Engagement, Canadian Cancer Society; Phone: 1.800.663.7892 ext.2 * 250.414.4253; Email: [email protected] \Alternate Contact: Alana Francis, Regional Assistant; Phone: 250.762.6381; Email: [email protected] \Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm \Languages: English

Close To: St Paul St and Doyle Ave

Facebook: www.facebook.com/canadiancancersocietyokanagan/Twitter: twitter.com/cancersocietybcYouTube: www.youtube.com/user/CDNCancerSociety

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- Connects people diagnosed with cancer and/or their caregivers with a trained volunteer who has had a similar cancer experience- Connections are tailored to individual needs and can be based on diagnosis, treatment type and lifestyle similarities - Volunteers offer emotional support, a listening ear, shared experience, understanding and encouragement. \Primary Contact: Marie Dubord, Manager, Cancer Connection; Phone: 1.604.675.7106; Email: [email protected] \Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm (please leave message after hours) \Languages: English ; French ; If English or French is not your first language we may be able to find a volunteer to speak with you in your language * CancerConnection is available in all provinces * please call for more information.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/canadiancancersocietyokanagan/Twitter: twitter.com/cancersocietybcYouTube: www.youtube.com/user/CDNCancerSociety

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- Offers a safe, supportive, reasonably priced lodge for cancer patients while accessing treatment at the Cancer Centre - Amenities include air conditioned rooms, lounge dining room, outdoor patio, activity room, library/resource room, and on-site laundry- Services include Freemason drivers for transport to medical appointments as well as to and from the lodge for out of town guests, a wig and breast prosthesis bank, Look Good Feel Better program, Cancer information and support - Rooms are shared with ensuite and some offer a queen bed option - Whenever possible, loved ones can stay with guests - Facilities are smoke-free, scent-free and wheelchair accessible - There is a reasonable user fee for lodge guests which includes meals - Offers easy access to information and provides on-site staff 24 hours a day to provide support and information to guests \Primary Contact: Philip Jansen, Manager, Rotary Lodge of the Southern Interior, Canadian Cancer Society; Phone: 250.712.2203 \Hours: Mon-Sun Closed during Christmas and Easter \Languages: English

Close To: Abbott St and Royal Ave

Facebook: www.facebook.com/canadiancancersocietyokanagan/Twitter: twitter.com/cancersocietybcYouTube: www.youtube.com/user/CDNCancerSociety

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Prevously known as: Canadian Disaster Animal Response Team a division of Summerland Cat Sanctuary Society

- Deploys volunteers to specific disaster/emergency areas and reports to EMBC in local communities or the Ministry of Agriculture as required- Volunteers prepare for, rescue and shelter domestic animals in a disaster - Volunteers required year-round, during disaster times and non-disaster times \Primary Contact: Shari McDowell, President, CDART Okanagan; Phone: 250.878.3936; Email: [email protected] \Alternate Contact: Brook Harrison, CDART Okanagan Coordinator; Email: [email protected] \Languages: English

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CDART-Central-BC-564874500376950/

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- Promotes the early diagnosis of hemochromatosis by raising public awareness, informing the medical community, and encouraging early screening of at-risk populations- Provides support and information to individuals and families affected by iron overload \Languages: English

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TooMuchIronLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groups?trk=hb_side_g&gid=1096237Twitter: twitter.com/IronOutCanadaYouTube: www.youtube.com/user/toomuchiron

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- Promotes liver health, reduces the incidence and impact of all liver diseases, and improves the quality of life of those living with liver disease- 'Living with Liver Disease' program offers patients, family members and friends an opportunity to learn about the disease and how to cope and provides a valuable forum for patients to connect with one another, share their experiences and ask questions about their individual concerns \Primary Contact: Monica Chui, Regional Manager; Email: [email protected] \Languages: English

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CanadianLiverFoundation/Twitter: twitter.com/CdnLiverFdtn

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Facilitates access to resources that people require to improve mental health and community integration, builds resiliency, and supports recovery from mental illness.Programs and services include:- Wellness Development Centre- Peer Support Services - Wellness Grants, Bounce Back- Meals Matter- Connected by 25- Family Navigation- Mental Health First Aid- Consumer and Family Education and Services- Willowbridge Transitional Housing- Rosemead Apartments- Community Navigation and Outreach

Accessibility: Fully Accessible \Hours: Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 4:00pm (program hours vary) \Languages: English

Close To: Sutherland Ave and Pandosy St

Facebook: www.facebook.com/cmhakelownaFlickr: www.flickr.com/photos/cmhakelowna/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/canadian-mental-health-associationPinterest: www.pinterest.ca/cmhakelowna/Twitter: twitter.com/cmhakelownaYouTube: www.youtube.com/cmhakelowna

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