The City of Kelowna’s vaccination mandate for its employees went into effect on December 14, 2021. (file photo)
Vaccination Order for City of Kelowna Employees Now in Effect
On Dec. 14, the communications manager said 98 percent of staff are compliant with vaccination guidelines
Kelowna’s vaccination mandate for city employees is now in effect.
On Dec. 14, the city announced that all of its employees are either fully vaccinated or on unpaid leave.
Kelowna communications manager Tom Wilson said all community services are continuing as normal. 98 percent of employees meet the city’s immunization requirements.
Those who do not have unpaid leave. Protection services director Stu Leatherdale said if those on unpaid leave receive a full vaccination within the next three months they will be allowed to return to work.
City Manager Doug Gilchrist said the city doesn’t want employees to leave. However, he said Kelowna “remains confident that vaccination, along with our many other pandemic safety measures, will help ensure our employees are safe at work and residents can be confident in receiving the services they need.”
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