Your City Hall wants more businesses on Bernard

Good morning from the Okanagan — the lake is calm, the vines are growing, and we have things to discuss.

Okay but here's the thing nobody talks about: your City Hall is really trying to juice up Bernard Avenue, and the latest business license numbers show where they're putting their money. They just approved a new business license for *Bernard Ave Co-Working Space* at 1470 Bernard Ave, and it’s getting a grant to help with its setup costs. That's a clear signal.

Here's the breakdown:

* **Bernard Ave Co-Working Space:** Approved for a new business license. This isn't just another office; it's a co-working space, which means it’s designed to bring multiple smaller businesses and freelancers right onto the main strip.

* **Location:** 1470 Bernard Ave. Prime downtown real estate, right where they want more foot traffic and vibrancy.

* **Incentives:** It's receiving a downtown revitalization grant. This isn't just a regular business license; the city is actively investing in making this happen. They're literally putting funds behind the idea that more shared office spaces will draw more diverse businesses to the core.

This move is all about trying to diversify downtown beyond just restaurants and retail, especially as more people are working hybrid or remotely. The hope is that by fostering a community of small businesses and startups on Bernard, it creates a ripple effect. It's a calculated bet, and we’ll be watching to see if these grants translate into more bustling activity along Bernard Avenue, or if it's just another well-intentioned idea.

That’s The Record for today.

Nina Papadimitriou, MiTL Sports Desk, Kelowna.

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