Help the Kelowna Friends of the Library Make the “Best of Kelowna” List
The Friends of the Library (FOL) help bring a lot of what we love about the ORL to life. So yes, we’re more than a little pleased to see the…
From Gallery Walls to Library Shelves: the ORL and VPAG in Conversation
Art opens doors between people, ideas, and experiences we might not otherwise encounter. Through a new collaboration with the Vernon Public Art Gallery (VPAG), the ORL connects exhibitions with curated…
A Small-Scale Star: the ORL’s Downtown Kelowna Branch Featured in Canadian Architect
Last summer, we shared a delightful surprise: Little Canada in Toronto had created a detailed miniature replica of the Downtown Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library. Now, there’s even…
You’re Invited! The Librarians Film Screening and Panel Discussion
Freedom to Read Week is a time to celebrate the right of Canadians to read what they choose, and to recognize the vital role libraries play in protecting access to…
Soup’s On: Cozy Stories for Soup-er Kids!
Soup’s on! From overflowing cooking pots to flying spoons, soup (for some reason?) has a habit of turning up in the most memorable children’s stories. Put together by the ORL’s…
Dig Into Your Roots: Genealogy Resources at the ORL
Curious about where your story begins? Whether you’re tracing a single family line or mapping out generations, genealogy research is a journey of discovery—and the ORL is here to help…
From Gallery Walls to Library Shelves: The ORL and the Vernon Public Art Gallery
This winter, the ORL and the Vernon Public Art Gallery are working together to connect visual art with reading, learning, and cultural discovery. From 9 January to 11 March, the…
ORL Board Advances Accessibility Policy Updates
Kelowna, BC — 20 November 2025 — The Board of the Okanagan Regional Library (the ORL) advanced the ORL’s ongoing work to support equitable, accessible service by approving the revision…
School Library Visits – Bring Your Class to the Library!
When teachers and librarians work together, powerful things happen. Regular access to libraries plays an important role in developing lifelong readers. The Kids & Family Reading Report found that nearly…