2024 AHM Bus Tour to visit historical sites of Chinese pioneers is from Aug 31 to Sep 2.  The cost is $600 pp including chartered bus rental, ferries, 2 nights of hotel, tips and admission to scheduled sites, excluding meals and admission to self arranged sites. Early bird discount 5% for registering and paying before … Continue reading Asian Heritage Bus Tour to Vancouver and Victoria Historical Sites →

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with OCCA!Join us for an enchanting afternoon at Grizzli Winery on Saturday, September 14, as the OCCA Communities Association hosts a vibrant Mid-Autumn Festival celebration. This family-friendly event includes: Free Admission for Everyone! Live Performances by Multicultural Groups Complimentary Mooncake and Tea Tasting Festival-Themed Family Photo Mooncake Making Workshops ($2 material cost) Prize Draws (50/50 raffle + … Continue reading OCCA 2024 Mid-Autumn Festival →

We are excited to announce an upcoming free online Zoom workshop in collaboration with the WTC (Women Transforming Cities): "Understanding Local Government." This workshop is designed to provide valuable insights into the local government ecosystem and empower you to engage effectively within your community. Workshop Highlights: Responsibilities of Local Government: Discover the key roles and … Continue reading Understanding Local Government →

  Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024 Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm (PST) Location: Online via Zoom Are you interested in building a stronger, more connected community? Join us for the Community CONNECT Webinar, a virtual event designed to bring people together for an interactive session focused on community connections, civic engagement, and equity, diversity, … Continue reading Community CONNECT Webinar →

The 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the OCCA Communities Association will be held on Sunday, December 22, from 1:00 pm to 3:15 pm. The meeting will take place on the 2nd floor, in the Great Room, at the Okanagan Regional Library | Kelowna – Downtown, 1380 Ellis St., Kelowna, V1Y 2A2, BC. OCCA AGM … Continue reading Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2024 →

We are excited to invite you to a special Presentation & Drop-in Clinic with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), hosted in partnership with the OCCA Communities Association. This is a great opportunity to learn about Canada's tax system, benefits, and credits you may be eligible for! 📅 Date: Friday, February 21, 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:30 … Continue reading Presentation & Drop-in Clinic with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) →

We are excited to invite you to a Drop-in Clinic with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) & Free tax filing services to learn more about benefits, credits, programs, and tax filing. 1. One on One Support Clinic with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) A CRA Outreach Officer will be on-site to provide in-person assistance with tax-related matters. 📅 … Continue reading OCCA In-person Support Clinic with CRA →

As part of its civic engagement efforts, OCCA Communities Association is hosting a Federal Election Vote Pop-Up and Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, April 17, 2025. The event will bring together confirmed candidates to connect directly with the community ahead of the federal election. All candidates from both the Kelowna and Okanagan Lake West–Kelowna South … Continue reading Federal Election Vote Pop-Up & Town Hall Meeting Hosted by OCCA →

OCCA is excited to partner with Service Canada to bring important federal services directly to our community! 📅 Event Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM (Information Session)🕦 1-on-1 Support: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM📍 Location: Kelowna Downtown Library, 1380 Ellis Street, Second Floor Join us to learn more about the … Continue reading Connect with Service Canada: Learn About the New Dental Care Plan and More Sevices →

OCCA is pleased to collaborate with the City of Kelowna to co-host a Qing Ming Festival Cultural Gathering, honouring tradition and celebrating the legacy of Chinese pioneers in the Central Okanagan.  This meaningful event is a wonderful opportunity to: Learn about the Qing Ming tradition Reflect on and commemorate the Chinese pioneers who helped shape our local history Discover … Continue reading Qing Ming Festival Cultural Gathering →