More people are choosing Penticton, more housing is being built and investment remains strong, according to the City's second-quarter strategic priorities update.
The report shows continued momentum in housing and economic development, while also highlighting a challenge familiar to many growing communities: keeping pace with rising demand for services.
"Penticton continues to attract new residents, businesses and investment, which speaks to the strength of our community," said Anthony Haddad, City Manager. "Growth creates opportunities, but it also increases pressure on the services residents rely on every day. Our focus is on planning for that growth while continuing to deliver the programs and services that support a safe, livable and resilient city."
The City approved development permits for 276 residential units between April and June, bringing the total approved this year to 509 units. Building permits valued at approximately $121 million were also processed during the quarter.
The City's Welcome Home Program welcomed 109 households representing 281 new residents during the first half of the year, while Penticton and the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen launched a new regional economic development partnership aimed at supporting business growth and workforce attraction.
While growth indicators remained strong, the report shows increasing demand across several municipal services.
Compared to the same period last year, RCMP calls increased seven per cent, Fire Department responses increased 10 per cent and Bylaw Services calls rose by nearly 42 per cent.
At the same time, the City reported encouraging progress in other areas of community safety.
Encampment-related RCMP calls declined by 76 per cent compared to the second quarter of 2025, and the average number of people sheltering outdoors also decreased.
The quarter also saw continued work on several major community initiatives, including development of the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, completion of the City's first Extreme Heat Plan for Vulnerable Populations and ongoing planning work related to downtown revitalization and the waterfront.
Together, the results reflect a community that continues to grow and evolve, while requiring increased investment in services, infrastructure and long-term planning.
Council will receive the Q2 Strategic Priorities Update at its regular meeting on Sept. 1. To read the full Council Meeting Agenda, visit: Penticton.ca/Council.