The result paves the way for the community of roughly 2,700 to become a district municipality with its own mayor and council.
Okanagan Falls residents voted in favor of incorporation, hoping it will revitalize the community after economic decline following the closure of the Weyerhaeuser sawmill and the loss of its grocery store. The incorporation will create a district municipality with its own mayor and council, providing dedicated local governance. While some residents are concerned about potential tax increases, others believe it will bring long-term benefits and renewed prosperity to the community. The provincial government will work with stakeholders to transition Okanagan Falls to municipal governance.
