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Okanagan College makes big play for Touchdown Kelowna

Heads up football fans!

The BC Lions and City of Kelowna have announced Okanagan College as the presenting sponsor of Touchdown Kelowna at the Apple Bowl on Saturday, June 27 and Saturday, July 4.

As part of the partnership, the Lions will call the campus home between week four and week five regular season games against the Calgary Stampeders and Edmonton Elks.

“We’re incredibly proud that Okanagan College is the presenting sponsor for BC Lions Touchdown Kelowna. This is a truly historic moment for our region, an event that brings our community together, celebrates the spirit and beauty of the Okanagan, and showcases what makes this place so special,” Dr. Neil Fassina, president of Okanagan College said.

The BC Lions and City of Kelowna will also soon announce more details on the festival in downtown Kelowna, taking place in the week between the two big games.

Published 2026-02-23 by Justin Boechler

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