Okanagan Gondola will be off the ground after breaking ground on the project near Kalamalka Lake.
Ridge North America, along with officials from the Regional District of North Okanagan, held a ground-breaking ceremony in the hills above the lake Thursday, July 10, marking the start of construction at the gondola's summit station and base area.
"The Okanagan Gondola will offer breathtaking views, immersive trails, and elevated dining designed for all ages," said Rupert Harper, general manager of Okanagan Gondola with Ridge North America.
鈥淭his is an exciting milestone for our team and our partners. We鈥檙e looking forward to building an experience that celebrates the landscape and spirit of the Okanagan region.鈥�
The project will complement Vernon鈥檚 existing tourism offerings and contribute to the area鈥檚 growing appeal as a destination for outdoor and cultural experiences.
鈥淭his project has the unique characteristic of creating something truly special for both residents and visitors,鈥� said David McKenna, Ridge North America president. 鈥淚t鈥檚 rewarding to be part of something that connects people to the outdoors in such a meaningful way.鈥�
Coming soon, the Okanagan Gondola will introduce a new chapter in the region鈥檚 tourism landscape 鈥� bringing together community, culture and nature in one destination.
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