Statement on Homophobia at Delta Grand Hotel
Regarding the incident at the Delta Grand Hotel in Kelowna, as discussed in the following links:
The Okanagan Rainbow Coalition wishes to express its deepest sympathy to Sue, her partner, and her friends. We encourage all ORC members, LGBT affiliates, GSA’s, and concerned citizens to speak up for equality. Please demonstrate your support for Sue by writing letters or emails to the local media, and participating in online forums about this issue.
The is also ORC calling for a formal apology to the victims of this incident.
If there are any members who are interested in offering support in any way to Sue, now is the time.
She has endured a lot so far, and could use the support of her peers as she deals with the ramifications of the incident.
The Capital News can be reached at:
2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, BC V1X 7K2
(250) 763-3212
The Daily Courier can be reached at:
550 Doyle Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 7V1
(250) 762-4445
An extensive discussion of the issue is also taking place in the local Castanet forums.
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:08PMNew Board of Directors
Congratulations to the new 2012 ORC Board of Directors
Daniel Snoek, Catherine Manteo, Raymond Koehler, Brad Therrien, John Goodwin and Raine Ashford were all acclaimed at the recent Annual General Meeting.
The new board will continue the work of the organization, and has new ideas and plans for growth.
Please wish them well, and expect to see and hear more from them soon!
Notice of Annual General Meeting - January 21 at 7PM
The next AGM for the Okanagan Rainbow Coalition will be held Saturday, January 21, 2012, 7:00PM at The Centre in Kelowna. We urge all members to attend, and this year there are numerous positions becoming available! Please become involved by considering joining the Board.
Being part of the ORC Board allows you to shape the future of the organization, and does not require a great deal of time commitment. We are hoping for a broad cross-section of the community to step forward. Positions include President and Vice-President (overall responsibility, runs meetings, final say in decisions), Secretary (keeps minutes, documentation and member communication), Treasurer (day to day book-keeping and financial) or simply join as a general Board Member. Meetings are usually held every 5-6 weeks throughout the year and roles and responsibilities are flexible.