A North Okanagan politician has been recognized for her ability to create positive change in her community.

Regional District of North Okanagan vice-chair Amanda Shatzko was named Change Maker of the Year by BC Business magazine.

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Outside of her artistic career and her role at RDNO, Shatzko is the president of Impact Toolbox, which provides training, collaboration opportunities and idea incubation programs to social change leaders. She is also a board trustee for the Okanagan Regional Library, the BC Municipal Finance Authority and the North Okanagan Columbia Shuswap Regional Hospital District, all while being a PhD student at UBC Okanagan.

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