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The following is a written testimonial from a parent utilizing services offered by BGC Okanagan for themselves and their children. This is in their words and only the names have been omitted to protect their privacy. I am writing as I would like to share my [...]

To encourage time away from their screens and explore different ways of spending time together, the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Okanagan is challenging children and families throughout the Valley to try the Passport Challenge. “We want families to schedule some time [...]

French Onion Soup 1 baguette – 1cm thick – about 10 slices 1/4 cup butter 3 pounds of onions – sliced thinly 1/4 tsp. baking soda 3 garlic cloves – minced 6 cups beef stock 1 tbsp. dried thyme 1 tbsp. soy sauce 1-2 tsp. salt 2 bay leaves 2 tsp. [...]

Mexican Coleslaw 2 carrots – grated1/4 of a head cabbage – sliced thinly1 pepper sliced1/2 red onion – finely sliced1 cup cilantro – chopped1/2 cup feta – crumbled Dressing 1/4 cup oil1/4 cup lime juice1 tbsp of sugar1 garlic clove [...]

Creamy Tortellini & Spinach Soup 1 onion – diced3-4 garlic cloves – minced1 Tsp. basil1 Tsp. oregano1 Tsp. salt1 large can tomatoes4 cups of vegetable or chicken stock1 Tbsp. Worcestershire1/2 package frozen chopped spinach (150 grams)1/2 package of [...]

Winter Crunch Salad 3 cups cabbage – chopped 3 cups broccoli – chopped 1 carrot – grated 1/4 cup red onion – sliced 1/3 cup sunflower seeds 1/3 cup dried cranberries 1.) Place vegetables into a bowl 2.) Add the cranberries. Combine Well 3.) [...]