Kelowna gets exemption from short-term rental rules ahead of tourist season - Vancouver Sun

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Published: April 17, 2026
Regulations & Compliance
Kelowna, BC

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The city of Kelowna, BC, Canada, has been granted an exemption from short-term rental rules ahead of the tourist season. This decision will impact hosts in Kelowna, opening opportunities for them. Learn about the exemption and find out how it affects local regulations.

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