A new survey says the coronavirus pandemic has negatively affected nine out of 10 businesses in Penticton, while more than one third of resident respondents say they lost their job because of COVID-19.
According to the city, 1,377 people took part in the survey, which was available online or through a call centre from April 8-16.
The survey targeted residents and business owners in the South Okanagan, and was presented to Penticton’s city council. The city says it plans on using the survey to “help guide decision-making involving relief and recovery measures.” “It’s clear that many in our community are struggling with financial hardship due to COVID-19,” said economic development specialist Andrew Kemp. “Our small businesses in particular