KSAN was established in 1993 when a motivated group of concerned area residents recognized the pressing challenges posed by rapid development and growth pressures in Kelowna’s inner-city, particularly in light of the significant purchase of numerous homes for the expansion of Kelowna General Hospital. Since that pivotal moment, KSAN has proudly been a proactive and engaged participant in a variety of impactful initiatives aimed at fostering responsible growth while steadfastly preserving the unique character and high quality of life that our residents hold dear.

With our strong desire for diversity and inclusion, we must also work diligently to maintain unity among our residents. KSAN is a not-for-profit organization that consists of passionate and dedicated volunteers who reside within the same neighbourhood, united by a shared commitment to bringing neighbours together in order to foster a strong sense of belonging and connectedness among all residents. These dedicated individuals actively organize grassroots initiatives, identify serendipitous opportunities to enhance their beloved neighbourhood, and collaboratively enact thoughtful and innovative ideas for the betterment of the community as a whole.

The seamless integration of thoughtfully designed new developments alongside cherished old structures is a fundamental objective that members of KSAN continually strive to uphold, ensuring that the cohesive character and structure of the neighborhood remains intact for future generations.