After 15 months since their lease expired in the Dilworth Shopping Centre, C-Lovers Fish & Chips has now opened a new second location in ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç ay the Capri Shopping Centre on Gordon Drive, on the Dollarama side of the mall.

Owned and operated by Nick and Kim Koutavas, this new location has been completely renovated from top to bottom, and is twice the size of their previous Dilworth location. With 20 employees and 112 seats, including booths and tables, the restaurant is modern, open and bright with sky-lights. C-Lovers is 100 per cent Ocean Wise and offers dinners, platters and burgers of cod, haddock, halibut, salmon, prawn and oysters. C-Lovers popular all-you-can-eat fish and chips, which includes bottomless pop is available every day, any time and includes pricing for children and toddles with children age two and under free. The homestyle C-Food Chowder is gluten friendly with an abundance of Alaskan halibut, fresh cut vegetables and bacon. Add the delicious mushy peas to any order. The Koutavas also own and operate the C-Lovers Fish & Chips in West ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç at 3466 Carrington Rd.  

Argus Properties Ltd. has appointed two hospitality leaders to key positions in their hotel portfolio. Jason Guyitt, who was formerly at both the Four Points by Sheraton and Hampton Inn & Suites at the Airport, will now serve as general manager of Eldorado Resort. Marriott operations manager Ahmad Taher will take over Jason's former general manager role. Jason is actually going back home as he began his journey with Argus in 2019 as director of food and beverage at Eldorado Resort. Before joining Argus, Jason spent seven years at the Delta Grand. He currently serves on the Tourism ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Board. Ahmad joined Argus in June 2022, drawing from his extensive Marriott experience in the United Arab Emirates. Ahmad has a compelling story as he arrived in Canada amidst the Ukraine war. Ahmad was recently honoured with the Marriott’s Operations Manager of the Year Award. Gil Vallee is the director of hospitality for Argus Properties.

The Greater Westside Board of Trade has a new board of directors for 2024-25: Bryan Fitzpatrick, president (Pushor Mitchell LLP); Executive – Julie Pringle, vice-president, (Snap Commercial Photography); Scott Beaton, treasurer (Beaton Rettich Water Advisory); Tina Bisson, secretary (Manchester Signs & Printing); Amber Hall, past president; Heather Robinson, executive director.; Board directions – Roberta Fidalgo, YET Human Resources and Coaching; Trevor Jones, II Mercato Social Kitchen & The Landing Kitchen + Bar; James McCormick, SH Financial; Rebecca Myers, COBS Bread; Stephanie Oliver, Porrelli Law, Dr. Lauren Tomkins, West ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Integrative Health Centre; and John Whitehead, John K. Whitehead and Associates; Appointee director – Rod Aubichon, ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Metis Society/Terracom Systems.    

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Sandrine French Pastry & Chocolate at 102A-1865 Dilworth Dr. in ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç has created limited edition boxes of chocolate mastery. You can pre-order the boxes with three generations of chocolatiering, new flavours and timeless elegance, wrapped in gold and ready for gifting.

The ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç RCMP will partner with the ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Salvation Army for the annual Stuff a Cruiser Toy Campaign. Two locations will be set up on Saturday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m,. with one at the ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç RCMP Detachment on Richter and Clement and another at Toys R Us, 2020 Harvey Ave. Last year, the event raised over $11,000 and 500 toys. If you cannot attend that day, donations will be accepted at the ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç RCMP Detachment, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.  

Kot Auto Group has acquired Okanagan Dodge. This acquisition makes the second Dodge, Jeep Chrysler dealership under the Kot Auto Group umbrella with Woodgrove Chrysler being acquired in 2022. Kot Auto Group is family owned and operated with John Kot, president, working alongside his wife Trina Kot,  sons Brandon and Jordan Kot, daughter Janessa McGowan and son-in-law Connor McGowan who manage 10 dealerships across B.C. In the Okanagan. The auto group includes ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Hyundai, Genesis ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Buy Direct Truck Centre, ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Kia and Penticton Nissan.    

Dress for Success will host its biggest clothing sale of 2024 on Friday, Nov. 29, from 3 to 7  p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 30, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  Their 1,000 square-foot space at 1771 Cooper Rd. in ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç (second level above San’s Latin Market) is overflowing with amazing, stylist and great quality clothing. There is lots of new stock and selection, great prices, and most items are $5 to $25.  

Choice Hotels Canada has recognized Comfort Suites ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç as the recipient of the 2024 Renovation of the Year Award after the hotel recently underwent an impressive full-sale renovation and refresh from January, 2023 to June 2024.  This award recognizes a property that completed renovations that subsequently drove growth in guest satisfaction increases. Carla Carlson is the general manager of the property.

Now celebrating 10 years of supporting the Salvation Army Red Kettle Fund, from Nov. 28 to Jan. 5, the 875 Theodora Rd. Christmas light display  is ready for viewing. Lights go on daily at dusk and stay on until about 10:30 p.m. Visitors will see a yard full of items featuring hundreds of stuffed penguins at various stages of work, play and fun. A new venue goes up every day so what you see one day may not be what you see the next. There is lots of parking for walking around the cul-de-sac. Cash is collected in the Red Kettle out front and there is also a QR Code. cebook - 875 Theodora Christmas Light Display.  

The Easter Seals Poker event raised $20,000. Over the past 13 years, the Century 21 Team of volunteers has raised $500,000 to help send kids with disabilities to the Easter Seals Camp in Winfield. Brent Pay is the organizer.

100 Women Who Care ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç raised $10,107 for Elevation Outdoors. Elevation Outdoors is able to offer specially designed outdoor sports programs, personal mentorship and life skills coaching to vulnerable youth who face barriers to participation in the Okanagan.

Around our Town… 

The ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç branch of the Okanagan Historical Society book sale is at RONA on Friday Nov. 29, from 4  to 8 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 30, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Items for sale are the 2025 Calendars, 88th Report back issues and the popular sought after ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Street Names book.

The Wintertime Painting Christmas concert, directed by Susan Skinner, is Nov. 30 at Christ Lutheran Church, 2091 Gordon Dr. in ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç, 7 p.m. Tickets $25, available by contacting kelhorus@gmail.com. Limited tickets will be sold at the door.

Downtown ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Winter Street Market & Light Up is Nov. 30, from 12 to 6 p.m. at Stuart Park in ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç. There will be artisan and market vendors, live entertainment and free family activities. Free ice skating with Light-Up at 5 p.m. sharp!

Christmas at Benvoulin, 2279 Benvoulin Rd., is Sunday, Dec.1, 2 p.m. Enjoy Christmas Music by Okanagan Vocal Harmony with director Peter McBride, a Christmas Story by Sheila Dyer and seasonal goodies. Admission by donation. Seating is limited.

ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Secondary School Choral Program under the direction of Sheila French presents Voices at St. Michael’s Cathedral on Dec.2, 7:00 p.m. Guest performer will be the  Dr. Knox Choir led by director Erika Sinhuber. Admission by donation.

ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç Secondary School Jazz and Vocal presents Jazz at the Laurel featuring Guest John Lee on Dec. 4, 7 p.m., at The Laurel Packinghouse, 1304 Ellis St. Tickets $20 general admission, $10.00 for seniors and students. Tickets at Sheila.french@sd23.bc.ca or at the door.  

Bid For A Cause: Parade With A Purpose Silent Auction is officially live supporting The Bridge Youth & Family Services. Visit at  to browse and bid on items.

Supporting Mia’s Ride, the Mia’s Ride Online Auction is now running until Dec.4. Visit .

Birthdays of the week: Happy 60th Diana Ballingall (Nov. 24); Chris Rochfort (Nov. 27); Renee Oliver (Nov. 27); Maryann Tulloch (Nov. 27); Andrew Deans (Nov. 27); Gary Filafilo (Nov. 28); David Kopp (Nov. 28); Bryan Feagan (Nov. 29); Liza Berinchik (Nov. 29); Dr. Mike Shepherd (Nov. 29); Linda Wiebe (Nov. 29); Lou Goncalves (Nov. 30); George Marine (Nov. 30); Jana Hardy (Nov. 30); Meryle Corbett (Nov. 30); Vern Martindale (Dec. 1); Karl Woll (Dec. 1); Bruce Davis (Dec. 1); Toni Vos (Dec. 1); Mike Barillaro (Dec. 1); Dan Albas (Dec. 1); Stu Leatherdale (Dec. 2); Sonia Kanti (Dec. 2); Krystyna Werbury (Dec. 3); Sherry Cote (Dec. 3); Ken Fix (Dec. 3); Brian Street (Dec. 3); Edan Fay (Dec. 3).   

The Specialty Bakery Birthday Cake Winner of the Week is Dr. Mike Shepherd. Mike, please pick up your birthday cake from any Specialty Bakery by Tuesday, Dec. 3.

Maxine DeHart is a ÁðÁ§ÉñÉç city councillor and local hotelier. Phone her at 250-979-4546 or 250-862-7662, email max@maxinedehart.ca.