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Students at SOSS are finding normalcy again as they return to classes following the biggest upheaval in their lives.

“Things are going really well. We have all students back in classes except one Grade 8 (IT 8 computer class),” said Principal Cate Turner.

A devastating fire on September 12 destroyed the school’s east wing and some of the newly renovated sec-tions, including the library. But the new gym and science wing were spared, albeit with water damage.

While senior students were ushered back into existing portables, the juniors (Grade 8-9) had to use the Catholic church for their studies.

The school has been using various venues, but as class-rooms instead of drop-in facilities. More portables have arrived and the hope was to have all the students in make-shift classrooms by Monday, Oct. 3.

“They will stay there until the science rooms in the su-per lab are ready, then we will move again,” Turner said.

She noted the challenge facing the school is lockers – students are having to carry their books with them, but staff are working on solutions for that.

“We have an outdoor cafeteria (think tent with bal-loons) up and running . . . it is too funny,” Turner said.

Despite the upheaval, students and teachers are doing great, she pointed out, noting they even held a Terry Fox Run last Friday.

School board chair June Harrington said she received a message from Minister of Education George Abbott, who complimented school administrators and the board for how they handled the fire. The minister is expected to visit Oliver on October 14, when he will meet with the board and tour the high school.

Harrington commended district staff for their incred-ible work in handling the catastrophe. “You are amazing, we’re so glad to have you.”

As far as insurance coverage is concerned, district sec-retary-treasurer Lynda Minnabarriet said their insurer has agreed to cover repairs to the new portions of the school, including the gymasium, science lab (and classrooms at-tached), and the cafeteria. Insurance will also cover the removal of all the debris from the fire.

Minnabarriet said restoration work continues on the science wing and plans are in place to replace the gym floor with a new one.

She said negotiations are ongoing regarding insurance coverage for the Frank Venables auditorium that was de-stroyed in the fire.

Minnabarriet stated that Director of Facilities Mitch Van Aller is already working with consultants on rebuild-ing the high school. The board has been asked to submit

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Exchange student Lautaro Ferrari from Argentina buys a snack from cafeteria coordinator Susanne Thomas during lunch hour at Southern Okanagan Secondary School.

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three rebuild options, which will reflect a school capacity of 550 students, a Neighbourhoods of Learning facility and a new auditorium.

Minnabarriet said it will be a few months before a re-build plan is approved.

The secretary-treasurer commended Van Aller and his staff for their work during this stressful time, noting they managed to get the students back to class in a short period

of time.The high school is currently involved in a fundraiser,

selling T-shirts and hoodies, which have an illustration of the old school on them.

The school’s Canadian flag, which was saved in the fire, has been shadowboxed with the inscription, “SOSS Fire 2011.” It hangs in the Tech Ed wing for students to view.

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Board pleased that student enrolment upThere’s a reason for those sighs of relief emit-

ted by school board offi cials in the South Okana-gan-Similkameen.

Student enrolment is up.Secretary-treasurer Lynda Minnabarriet said

total enrolment as of September 27 was 2,355, an increase of 21 students from September 30 of last year. In terms of projections, the district is up approximately 80 students, she pointed out.

“It’s great news. We have more students than

anticipated,” Minnabarriet said.Superintendent Bev Young said they had to

hire another teacher for Grades 1-3 as a result. At the September 28 school board meeting,

Young gave school trustees a report on class sizes and composition in the district.

In Kindergarten, the class size cannot exceed 22 pupils, but the district maintains an average of 17.48. In Grades 1-3, the maximum is 24, but the district maintains an average of 20.13. In Grades 4-7, the maximum class size is 30, which can be exceeded with teacher consent. The dis-trict maintains an average of 25.55 pupils per

class in Grades 4-7. The maximum class size in Grades 8-12 is 30.

Young said there is only one class over 30 stu-dents in the Grade 8-12 division. She also noted that the Band 6 class at Tuc-el-Nuit has 31 stu-dents (with consent), and the Math 6 class has 31 pupils.

She stated that SOSS has 74 classes, with none over 30 students this semester.

Young said the district is in compliance with class size and composition requirements under the School Act.

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Regional district awards $50K trail contract The RDOS has awarded its Regional Trails

Master Plan contract to Cascade Environmental Resource Group for $50,000.

The purpose of the plan is to construct and maintain a series of multi-use trails within the region. The RDOS and the province manage over 200 kilometres of former railway corridor now maintained through local trail stewards. The district is also pursuing additional sections of

former railway corridor for trail use on behalf of local communities.

Manager of Community Services Mark Woods said Cascade showed greater strengths in the bidding over the lowest bidder (AECOM at $44,662).

He noted Cascade will provide an extensive public facilitation process, and 200 additional hours of work over AECOM.

Meanwhile, the Town of Oliver is still sitting on its trail master plan that commenced in the fall of 2007. Its strategy was to establish a well-connected trail amenity for residents and visi-tors. The spine of this trail network is the inter-national hike and bike path.

In other trail news, the RDOS is working with private landowners to make the Golden Mile trail legally accessible to the public.

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Recovery operationA 44-year-old woman from Okanagan Falls died after her vehicle sank in Vaseux Lake on September 29. At top, traffic is backed up on Highway 97, while police and Okanagan Falls firefighters secure the scene. Shown in the rescue boat are firefighters Ian Bowen and Rick Fleming patrolling the area where the vehicle sank.

Driver dies in Vaseux Lake

Despite heroic attempts, police and paramedics could not save an Okanagan Falls woman trapped in a sub-merged car in Vaseux Lake on September 29.

The 44-year-old driver plunged into the lake at ap-proximately 2:30 p.m. near Vaseux Lake Crescent. It was just north of the sharp rock cut where there are no con-crete barriers.

Apparently, there were no skid marks where the 1995 Pontiac Grand Am went off the road. It was reported that a passerby attempted to extricate the woman be-fore the car sank, but to no avail.

Oliver RCMP and BC Ambulance Service paramedics attended the scene, with members of the Okanagan Falls Volunteer Fire Department in their rescue boat.

One RCMP officer entered the water in an attempt to find the woman, but was unsuccessful. A female para-medic risked her own safety by diving down to the ve-hicle two or three times, but she too was unable to ex-tricate the woman.

The vehicle was submerged in approximately 12 to 15 feet of water.

An RCMP dive team later retrieved the victim and the vehicle with the assistance of firefighters.

Sandra Taylor from Gallagher Lake arrived on scene moments after the car went into the lake. She said a passing motorist jumped into the water to save the woman, but the car sank before he could do anything.

“He sat there with his head in his hands. He was quite distraught . . . it was traumatizing,” Taylor said.

A makeshift grave marker with flowers at the scene shows a photo of a woman with two young boys. The name on the marker is Laurie Giannasi . . . “in loving memory always.”

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(This is part one of a two-part series on genetically modified organisms.)

When it comes to genetically modified organisms, Lucy Sharratt doesn’t like what is being done behind closed scientific doors. Sharratt, coordinator for the Ottawa-based Canadian Biotechnology Action Network (CBAN) toured BC to raise awareness of what she calls an alarming escalation in ge-netic engineering being done at the behest of huge corporations like Monsanto.

Sharratt was in the South Okanagan re-cently as part of a panel to discuss the is-sue with the public and was accompanied by NDP MP Alex Atamanenko and April Reeves of the group GE-free BC. Area C di-rector and orchardist Allan Patton and BC Fruit Growers’ Association general man-ager, Glen Lucas, also took part.

“You can call it genetic modification or genetic engineering; both terms are cor-rect when referring to this new technology where scientists can move genes directly from one organism into another organ-ism,” Sharratt explained. “And that’s re-gardless of species and even across the kingdom barrier.”

And while some experiments such as putting fish genes into tomatoes have failed, she said, others haven’t. So far, four genetically engineered crops have been ap-proved by Health Canada and are grown here—corn, canola, soy and sugar beets, all of which are widely used in processed foods. GE alfalfa is the next crop awaiting approval, GE wheat is waiting on the hori-

zon, and so is a GE apple. Moreover, officials are ignoring organic

worries over de-certification and conven-tional growers’ concerns regarding loss of markets.

“But GE has certainly fulfilled its corpo-rate promise, because their goal is to make money and GE technology is very helpful on that score. The patenting of new gene sequences allows corporations to claim ownership over seeds and that is a very helpful profit-making strategy.”

However, the technology hasn’t stopped there. Ontario’s University of Guelph has already developed a GE pig and a US com-pany is touting its GE Atlantic salmon. Those products are in a race to become the first genetically modified food animal in the world.

And this is where the public has to shout “enough” because, Sharratt said, GE foods are being approved for human consump-tion based on secret company-produced science and there is no mandatory labelling of such products in Canada.

Calling biotechnology “a very immature science to be putting it out in the food sys-tem,” Sharratt is particularly incensed be-cause she said the pig/fish experiments are very good examples of technology looking for a market.

“They thought they had a great technol-ogy to address the problem of huge factory farms or intensive livestock operations. When you have thousands of pigs in a con-centrated area you get phosphorus run-out into streams and waterways and you end up with a pollution problem. But instead of dealing with manure management or dispersing hog production or looking for

other technologies to tackle the issue, (Guelph) had the idea of genetically engi-neering a pig to excrete less phosphorus in its feces, and then saying, problem solved.”

But is it? she asked. “Does society accept GE animals? Where was the public consul-tation? This is a technology that is cur-rently being reviewed by Health Canada for safe consumption and has already been ap-proved for confined reproduction.”

Sharratt told her audience she foresees a crisis of consumer confidence in pork and pork products from Canada, both domesti-cally and internationally if the “Enviropig” (as it has been dubbed) enters the market-place.

As for the new version of Atlantic salm-on, it has been engineered to grow twice as fast as other salmon and therefore de-signed for factory farming. And that could pose another threat to wild salmon stocks.

“Currently the US company is asking for approval to release it in the US. But Cana-dian regulatory bodies refuse to tell us if they are looking at an application as well. We are trying to change that.”

She believes time is running out to halt GE’s progress.

Within the last 10 years the pig and salm-on have gone from idea to reality and the challenge now will lie in stopping biotech-nology’s momentum.

“There’s no democracy on this issue. It doesn’t matter if a crop or animal is un-wanted by farmers or consumers. It doesn’t matter if it will destroy our export markets; that’s actually irrelevant in the regulations. If it is safe for eating according to Health Canada, it will be approved.”

And that safety is still an open question.

She urged everyone to join the growing movement against genetically engineered foods, reminding her audience that they have had some success in the past.

“As a society, we’ve stopped Monsanto’s bovine growth hormone and there are no genetically modified potatoes on the mar-ket because consumers didn’t want them in Canada or Europe.”

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Few things are as gall-ing as being right too soon. Back in 1970, dissident Sovi-et historian Andrei Amalrik wrote a book boldly called “Will the Soviet Union Sur-vive Until 1984?" He pre-dicted that it would not, which greatly annoyed the Communist regime. He was sent to Siberia for his te-merity, and later forced to leave Russia for the West. Even worse, he was wrong. The Soviet Union survived until 1991.

Many pundits find them-selves in the same situation today with re-gard to the future of the euro, the decade-old common currency that is shared by 17 of the European Union’s 27 nations. They are suggesting that the euro could collapse any day now, and that the EU itself may follow. Making such blood-curdling pre-dictions is great fun, but they are getting ahead of themselves again.

We are dealing with three different things here. One is a default by Greece. That could happen any day now. Indeed, it SHOULD happen soon.

The second is a collapse of the euro, trig-gered by a Greek default. That would plunge Europe back into recession, and cause cha-os in the world’s financial markets.

The third thing is the collapse of the Eu-ropean Union itself. This, we are warned, would cause it to rain blood, or at least frogs, all over Europe. And that clinking sound you hear offstage is the Four Horse-men of the Apocalypse saddling up.

So, let’s begin with Greece. Why should it default on its international debts? Because they amount to 160 percent of Greece’s Gross Domestic Product, and the savage austerity measures that the EU has forced on the country have driven its economy deep into recession. The Greek economy is shrinking at 7 percent a year – so Athens can never repay the debt.

The market knows this: Greek govern-ment bonds due for redemption next March are trading at half their face value. The interest rate that Greece would have to pay on new loans to roll over its debts is prohibitive, and ordinary Greeks are al-ready in revolt against this pointless exer-cise in financial orthodoxy. Default and get it over with.

Default for a country has much the same consequences as when an individual de-clares bankruptcy. You find yourself a good deal poorer and nobody will lend you mon-ey for a while, but you escape from a crush-ing burden of debt. You really shouldn’t have let it get so out of hand, but it benefits nobody to keep you in debtors’ prison for the rest of your life.

However, Greece uses the euro. Wouldn’t

a Greek default bring the whole common currency into disrepute? Well, may-be, but that’s certainly not an inevitable outcome, and it would be in nobody’s in-terest to push it in that di-rection.

The euro is the root cause of Greece’s difficulties. It has an uncompetitive econ-omy, and the government fails to collect even half the taxes it is owed. So back when it used the drachma, it paid high rates for for-eign loans, and devalued

the drachma once in a while to deal with the competitiveness problem.

Greece should never have been allowed to join the euro, but it was allowed in be-cause the new currency was not really about financial advantages; it was seen as a vehicle to greater European unity. In prac-tice, however, what it meant was that weak economies like Greece’s, which normally could not borrow money cheaply, could now get foreign loans at the same rate as Germany or France.

The European banks are as much to blame as the Greeks. They lent torrents of money to a country that they knew was a bad risk, calculating that if the Greeks couldn’t pay them back, the EU would bail them out to save the euro. But that is turn-ing out not to be true, and so the banks are going to be hurt. Some of them may fail.

The euro will probably survive this cri-sis: what are ten million Greeks compared to the 325 million people who use the euro? But it probably won’t survive more than another five to ten years, because there are much bigger countries using the euro – notably Italy, but perhaps also Spain – that have an equally problematic relationship with the common currency.

The problem, in a nutshell, is this. A common currency generally presupposes a single government with the fiscal and mon-etary tools to protect it, and the political unity to do so. The euro common currency, a primarily political project, was created without any of those fundamental assets, and it is bound to fail unless the EU can now come up with them in a hurry.

It almost certainly won’t, because that would require the members to surrender far more of their sovereignty than they are prepared to do at this time. The euro in its current form will probably collapse before 2020. Will the European Union collapse with it? Why should it? The EU has been in existence, under various names, since 1958. It survived all but the last ten of those fifty years without a common currency, because its existence served the purposes of its members. It will survive a future without the euro, too.

Will the Euro survive its tumultuous ride?

Gwynne Dyer

Still no decision on prisonWaiting for a decision on where the BC

government will locate its correctional centre? Well, hurry up and wait some more.

A spokesman for the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General said they are not ready to proceed with an announce-ment as the review process continues.

“No final recommendations have been presented to the minister yet by the evalu-ation committee,” the spokesman said.

The Osoyoos Indian Band is one of sev-eral applicants that bid on the project. The band has identified Senkulmen Business Park as the proposed location.

Chief Clarence Louie said he hasn’t heard anything, noting it shouldn’t surprise any-one (despite the delay).

“Government often does not make scheduled announcements,” Louie said.

Oliver Mayor Pat Hampson said MLA Bill Barisoff stated the decision may be delayed as a result of the HST referendum. The ministry spokesman said it’s important to recognize that “this is a historic, long-term investment for both the province and the final chosen community and we need to give all of our options careful consideration to ensure we get it right.”

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THE OLIVER CHRONICLE WELCOMES LETTERS TO THE EDITORon subjects of interest to our readers. Short letters are most

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Letters continued on Pg A7...

Is your child a bully? Is he or she being bullied?This is something you should fi nd out before

it’s too late.Sadly, it was too late for 11-year-old Mitchell Wil-

son from Pickering, Ontario. He committed suicide before he was slated to testify against a bully who assaulted him. Mitchell, who suffered muscular dys-trophy, tied a plastic bag over his head.

Bullying is more of a problem than we realize. Ac-cording to statistics, more than 280,000 students in Canada report incidents of bullying every month.

In Canada, studies suggest that roughly six per cent of students aged 12-19 report bullying others on a weekly basis, and eight per cent report that they are victims of bullying weekly.

Bullying surveys also indicate that many more boys than girls report being victims of bullying and almost all boys named male peers as the aggressors. Statistics suggest that physical bullying peaks in Grades 6-8, and gradually declines thereafter.

Often victims of bullying will not report the inci-dents for fear of reprisals. This can result in a down-hill spiral of depression, which can lead to suicide.

Years ago bullying in school was not treated very seriously. The parents were notifi ed and it was hoped that would solve the problem. If the victim was lucky, he or she wasn’t beaten up again by the bully who suffered reprisals at home.

Fortunately, there is much more awareness about bullying today and the damage it can do. A relative-ly new breed of bullying is happening online; a big problem that needs more attention.

The bottom line is we need more support pro-grams for victims to let them know they are not alone and that suicide is not the answer. We also need tougher penalties for youth who bully, espe-cially those who drive their victims to suicide.

The 12-year-old bully who assaulted Mitchell should not escape penalty, regardless if no witness-es are left to testify against him.

What we’d like to see is this bully face Mitchell’s parents in a sanctioned meeting so he can see and feel the true pain he caused. No other penalty would make him see the error of his ways. Again, this is another perfect case for the “Restorative Justice” program.

School District 53 is being pro-active by incorpo-rating the “Roots of Empathy” program in its class-rooms. This program has shown dramatic effect in reducing levels of aggression among school chil-dren by raising social/emotional competence and increasing empathy.

The district has trained six new instructors, who will make a difference in bullying prevention. If they only stop one bully in his tracks, the expendi-ture is worth it.

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Volunteers make a difference

Paramedics, SOGH staff praisedEditor, Oliver Chronicle:

I felt compelled to write after reading Mrs. Val Somer-ville’s letter to the Chronicle regarding the need for Oliver doctors to get more help from the government so they can be on the same compensation schedule as Penticton Re-gional Hospital.

My husband Alan Porter and I moved to Willowglen subdivision in Oliver on November 8, 2006. We had moved here because the hospital was here and we had been ac-cepted as patients by one of Oliver’s doctors.

Through the night on November 25, 2006, Al took a mas-sive heart attack and when I contacted the ambulance staff, nurse and doctor on duty responded extremely quickly and effi ciently to get Al stabilized at our town hospital and then to Penticton for specialized treatment. At this time I sent a letter to the Chronicle entitled “Oliver – small but mighty,” giving thanks for Al’s treatment, etc. In March 2007 he received a pacemaker.

On October 28, 2007 Al took a smaller heart attack and again the ambulatory staff, nurses and doctors moved quickly to get him stabilized.

In January 2009 Al had a stroke on the left side - again we had quick and effi cient treatment before he was sent to Penticton Regional Hospital.

I stated in my earlier letter that I felt we had been guided

in our decision to locate in Oliver, and I feel that has been proven several times. It was having the ambulatory staff, nurses and doctor on duty that saved Al’s life and we are very grateful for this.

Like Mrs. Somerville and Al, all who live in our “small but mighty” town, whether young or old, sick or in good health, we need our ER and our doctors who do their best to serve us, sometimes giving up special times with their own loved ones. Sickness can strike when least expected.

This is the time for all people in this area to get behind this cause. You never know – it could be later than you think for you and/or yours if we have to go out of town for medical help.

Sincere thanks to all medical staff at South Okanagan General Hospital, the ambulatory staff and our personal doctors.

Footnote: When Al arrived at the Penticton hospital with symptoms of a left side stroke, neurologist Dr. David Novak stated it was the quick action of the Oliver hospital staff that saved Al’s life.

Our daughter has a chronic lung condition and she also has been saved with quick and effi cient treatment from Oliver hospital staff before being rushed to the Kelowna hospital.

Joan Heatherington, Oliver

Editor, Oliver Chronicle:

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the wonderful volunteers that put in countless hours work-ing to make this community a better, friendlier and more beautiful place to live.

From the members of the “Oliver Heirloom Garden Club” to the community-minded members of all of our ser-vice groups, such as “Rotary Club of Oliver,” the “Kiwanis Club of Oliver,” “Literacy Now” (South Okanagan-Similka-meen), to all the volunteers at South Okanagan General Hospital and the South Okanagan Health Care Auxiliary (just to name a few).

These people truly make a difference in the daily lives of so many of the residents and visitors in Oliver and the surrounding area. These groups of people with what seems to be endless amounts of energy, drive and passion take on beautifi cation projects, fundraising projects, or provide companionship for people looking for a friendly face and some comfortable conversation. We have the “Meals On

Wheels” program which provides delivery of hot meals prepared at South Okanagan General Hospital. We have the youth volunteer or “Candy Striper” program that places young South Okanagan residents in our hospital and residential care facilities. We have our “Youth Ambas-sadors” who can be seen throughout the community. We have so many good people donating time and money, it is truly amazing and I am very thankful to be involved with such a warm community.

Take a moment the next time you see a volunteer in this (or any other) community and say hello to them, maybe even say thanks, because without their generosity, many of the programs I mentioned and similar ones throughout the Okanagan simply would not exist.

Volunteers do make a difference one life at a time.

Kevin AndrewsCoordinator, Volunteer Services

South Okanagan General Hospital


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Editor, Oliver Chronicle: Spring and fall every year the citizens of Oliver have to

suffer through another season of sharp, abrupt noise at all hours of the day and night from the bangers associated with the fruit in season.

What I’d like to know is do any of them (orchardists) re-alize that there is a bylaw, albeit unenforced prohibiting the use of bangers between the hours of 6 p.m. and 9 a.m.

Last year bangers were left on all night and they reso-

nate through the entire valley. This year there is some im-provement - no all-nighters so far but bangers are on at 6 a.m. How do other people sleep and their babies kept in bed?

This year we haven’t seen big flocks of starlings any-way. Maybe orchardists should find another solution like running around all night, oh yes, that might disturb their sleep, heaven forbid.

Shirley Goble, Oliver

Editor, Oliver Chronicle:

As president of the Kiwanis Club of Oliver, I recently at-tended the installation of new board members of the Okan-ogan Kiwanis Club in Washington State.

During this event the Okanogan club decided to have a 50-50 draw with the proceeds to be given to me, to then be used to assist in the reconstruction of SOSS. One of their own members won the draw and immediately donated his share to be included in the money going to our school-re-

building program. I can’t express my feelings of thoughtfulness and friend-

ship that we receive from this organization.Although the amount of money given will not make

a major dent in the costs that will occur to rebuild the school, the thought is overwhelming.

It gives me good feelings that we have the USA as our neighbour and the warm feelings Kiwanians have for each other worldwide.

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Sacred rights are being taken awayEditor, Oliver Chronicle:

This public notice I, Pauline George, write to expose some of the activities of the corporate monopoly of federal Canada to erroneously convert our basic rights into privi-leges, expropriate our rightful inheritance and amongst other things assimilate us all into popular culture.

Everyone should read this entirely and take this seri-ously because no one is immune.

I was the heir to a vast expanse of lands encompassing thousands of acres, from back in the day of my grandfather Baptiste George who, by royal proclamation, was granted the lands I mention. He was the hereditary chief at the time and was presented a golden staff in his honour by King George himself for his contribution of airplanes and purchases of war bonds in support of the war effort and was promised the lands granted to him would always be there for his people for as long as the sun shines, the grass grows, and the water flows over the land.

All my relations and I honour grandfather and the tre-mendous efforts to feed both his people and anyone else he could in wartime when everyone was hungry.

Today his spirit sorrows to see all of his accomplish-ments being reduced to a mere fraction of land and his assets expropriated by the arm of the federal government called Indian Affairs.

Indian Affairs had taken it upon themselves to change my name after my mother died, hoping I wouldn’t realize that I was the lawful heir to the expanse of lands and sub-stantial amounts of money and still to this day they persist in the more or less rapid encroachment of my land, draw-ing yet new property lines two feet from my house in an attempt to take even more land away.

According to my accountant, a yet to be established amount of victory bonds are owing, $339,000 worth of CPR bonds owing, $411,055.49 of Canada Dominion bonds ow-ing and other investments. Some of the bonds were sold out from under me, others allegedly dissolved, and the golden staff is missing as well. To make a long story short, I never received any of the monies with regard to the so-called dispersement of these assets of my grandfather, and Indian Affairs was to hold in trust on behalf of my mother, and I challenge Indian Affairs to prove in writing to the contrary.

The de facto courts on this land refuse to take evidence with regards to these issues and it would seem to me that one hand washes the other and there is no justice in these courts, only greed and an agenda of extermination by way of assimilation.

For years now I have been fighting over what rightfully belongs to me and I will not give up, and with the spirit of my grandfather as my witness I will maintain my heritage and not submit to a society based on the exploitation of one’s fellow man and that is complacent to the laws of men and their commerce, not nature and the Creator, a society of surveillance, control and manipulation.

I will be standing up for my rights and freedoms and there is light at the end of the tunnel for if collectively we realize the extent of the treachery of the federal govern-ment in cases like this and resist, we may eventually see the re-establishment of the provisions required for free

people to exist in fact, and if we submit we may look to see the most sacred of our rights and freedoms gradually taken one by one.

Pauline George, Oliver

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2011 FALL CHIPPING SCHEDULE

Town Chipping – Week of October 24th, 2011

The Municipal crews will be collecting branches up to a 4” diameter for chipping during the week of October 24th, 2011. The crews are limited to a maximum of 10 minutes of chipping per residence; therefore residents will need to make their own arrangements to dispose of large volumes of chipping items. Please ensure that all material is clean and free of any metals, ie. nails, wire, etc. Branches containing these materials will not be chipped. Because plastic bags cannot be composted, it is preferred that materials be neatly bundled to allow for a larger volume to be chipped within the designated time limit. Please place bundles on the boulevard only, as crews will not be entering private property.

Please have your material curbside by 7:00 a.m. Monday, October 24th, 2011

As outlined in the RDOS Curbside Recycling Guide, for the fall, BFI Canada is scheduled to pick-up compostable garden/yard waste in Oliver on November 3rd. Please check the guide for further details.

For more information, contact the Town of Oliver, Public Works Office at 250-485-6213. “It is an offence to accumulate any materials in a public lane or street other than during this designated clean-up period”.

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Concerts still plannedWhen the recent massive fire consumed

the Frank Venables Auditorium, citizens felt bereft. So much was destroyed and many wondered if the South Okanagan Concert Society would be able to bring world class concerts to the community this year. The answer to that question is yes, yes, yes!

Before the fire, the Concert Society knew that the auditorium’s renovations would not be completed for this season. There was time to plan and to arrange for a temporary new venue at the Oliver Alliance Church. A concert series was designed specifically to take advantage of the acoustics in a small-er, more intimate setting. As the series took shape we knew we had a winner to bring delight to a community suffering a griev-ous loss.

Flex pass tickets are on sale now at Be-yond Bliss in Oliver and at Imperial Office Pro in Osoyoos. The four admissions are entirely flexible and can be used together or in combination. Young people 17 and under are welcome to attend the concerts free. All the concerts will begin at the new start time of 7:30 p.m.

So this is what we have in store for you. On Friday, Oct. 28, Alexander Sevastian, who hails from Belarus and became a Cana-dian citizen in 2005, will make you believe his accordion is a whole orchestra in one instrument. His dexterity is worthy of a concert pianist. It is hardly a surprise that he has captured first prize three times at the International Accordion Competition.

On Friday, Nov. 25, the Kallisto Trio of

Fabiana Katz, Catherine Laub and Karen Mang will perform a cappella with flawless-ly tuned voices blending into one. They are known for classical mastery, pop personal-ity and Latin spice. Kallisto draws inspira-tion from every era of music history. The trio brings music from the Renaissance, Baroque and romantic periods to life and then shifts effortlessly to jazz standards, pop hits, world music and gospel.

Solo guitarist, Daniel Bolshoy, will be on stage Friday, Jan. 27. He has been a mega hit with his charismatic stage presence, a charming ability to communicate with the audience, and the ability to coax utter mag-ic from his guitar.

The critics say this young man “immers-es himself in his music, physically pro-jecting the depth of its emotion while his virtuosity flows as if it were an instinctive force.”

He has recently been appointed to head the guitar department at the newly created Vancouver Symphony School of Music.

The series will conclude on Friday, Feb. 24 with a performance by the Penderecki String Quartet.

In the second decade of an extraordi-nary career, this celebrated chamber en-semble’s performing schedule takes them annually to the great concert stages of North and South America, Europe and the far East. Making up this prestigious quartet are Jeremy Bell, violin, Jerzy Kaplanek, vio-lin, Christine Vlajk, viola and Paul Pulford, cello.

This is a series with the transformational power to turn the grief of a community into joy through music.

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# 9 - Sam NiggPosition: ForwardHeight: 5’ 9”Weight: 160 lbs.Shoots: LeftDate of Birth: February 22nd, 1993Home Town: Penticton, BCPrevious Team: Osoyoos Coyotes

Sam Nigg is in his second season with the Osoyoos Coyotes. He brings exceptional speed and agility to the forward line, adding some much needed energy on the forecheck. Always playing much larger than his stature, Sam has the ability to break to the outside, with most opposing Defencemen not expecting the kind of speed and strength he possesses.

Late Sunday night, we returned from our fi rst extended road trip of the season to the Kootenays. The journey saw us play three games in just over two-and-a-half days, an early season venture which was used as a team building experience. It gives the players a chance to room together and create some closeness. Although the trip was not as successful as desired, I still feel we grew as a club and learned about accountability. Having faced three of the KIJHL’s best teams, we managed a win at Castlegar sandwiched between tough loses against both Beaver Valley and Nelson. We resume our workout schedule this week in preparation for Friday night’s visit to Grand Forks, before a Saturday night hosting of Beaver Valley.

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(The following is an interview with retired businessman Dave Mattes, who is running for Oliver council this fall.)

Q: What prompted (or compelled) you to run for coun-cil?

A: I have been encouraged by many friends and aquain-tances to get involved in politics at a local level for many years. I believe we need a business perspective on town council. I bring 20 years of successful business experience in Oliver to council. I also have several years experience at retirement in Oliver and can relate to the need to keep our taxes and fees affordable into the future.

Q: What is your career background? A: I was born and raised in Oliver. I moved to Calgary

for 15 plus years following graduation from SOSS in 1975. I was employed by Xerox Canada for most of my time in Cal-gary, ending my career with Xerox as a service manager. I attended night school at the University of Calgary and completed a business management certificate program. I returned to Oliver in 1991 and built my home. I purchased Inland Cycle Accessories in 1992, then Napa Auto Parts in Oliver and Osoyoos. I have since sold all my direct business involvement in these companies.

Although I have no experience in municipal politics. I have attended and led many other meetings over the years where compromise and concensus were required to move projects and business forward.

My current community involvement is at the golf course in the summer and the curling rink in the winter. I served briefly on the board at Fairview Mountain and am current-ly working on a board committee at the curling club. Al-though I am not directly involved, I am a strong supporter of the Oliver Food Bank and the Knights of Columbus food hamper program.

Q: What local issues do you feel strongly about and why? What change would you like to see?

A: Firstly, keep a lid on taxes. There is no need to in-crease taxes directly or indirectly through borrowing ref-erendums. We are in a recession, many of our taxpayers are on fixed income. Council needs to live within its means.

Secondly, develop a solid business plan to attract a ho-tel to Oliver. As beautiful as Oliver is, without an opportu-nity for profit, companies will not build hotels or create jobs in Oliver. Spending tax dollars on studies and hiring marketing companies will not bring a hotel or jobs to Oli-ver. Council needs to create an environment where people want to invest in Oliver.

Q: What is your opinion of the current council and its accomplishments?

A: The current council enjoyed success in many areas. It is always easy to be critical of the past. Most of the coun-cil will be new as two councillors are moving on to other endeavors. I would like to be part of a team that continues to do good things for Oliver. Restart the development at the north end of Oliver. Do a better job of communication so that residents aren't in fear of huge water bills and turn our lawns green again (at least during the Communities in

Bloom judging).Q: What benefit (or asset) can you bring to council?A: Ability to provide critical thinking. Ability to develop

new and creative solutions to problems.Q: Do you see the necessity of changing Oliver’s street

names and house numbers? Why, why not?A: I understand the need to change in order to allow

Canada Post to install community mail boxes. My ques-tion would be: Do we want community mailboxes? Would that allow Canada Post to contract out delivery and coun-ter service and close our post office? Have we factored the cost of everyone changing driver’s licences and other ID? Why isn't Canada Post paying for the costs incurred by the Town of Oliver? If these are the unforseen consequences, then no, I am not in favour of the change.

Q: Affordable housing seems to be elusive in Oliver. How can that be changed?

A: Rental or purchase? These are two different prob-lems, but both are subject to market conditions. Town council can create an environment for people to invest in both types of affordable housing. But any council would have to change development rules in order to accomplish this. I understand the changes that are required and am willing to work with council to make the changes needed.

Q: Would you support a prison if it was located at Sen-kulmen Business Park in Oliver?

A: Yes, Chief Louie and his council are to be commended for creating an environment where business of just about any type is willing to locate. Caring for prisoners is a busi-ness that provides jobs and spin-off benefits just like any other.

Q: If you had one wish for this community, what would it be?

A: That we could effectively tap into the wealth, wisdom and experience of Oliver’s citizens to continue to make Oli-ver better. We have a lot of good things going on here. We need to capitalize on them. We really are the undiscovered gem in the Okanagan.

Q: What could you do to help the local economy in terms of job creation?

A: Government at any level cannot create employment. They can only create an environment where business wants to invest. We need to create an environment in Oli-ver where business wants to locate or developers want to fill the spaces on our main street. Create an environment where investors see Oliver as affordable and open for busi-

ness and development.Q: Why should people put an X beside your name on vot-

ing day?A: I am a good listener and an innovative thinker who

isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo.

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Retired businessman Dave Mattes has decided it’s time to run for Oliver council.

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Crews will begin turning off services at 8:00 am on October 11th. If your service has not been turned off by October 21st, please contact the Public Works Office at 250-485-6213. In any case, no agricultural irrigation is permitted from the pressurized water system after October 11th, unless late water has been purchased in advance.

Growers on the pressurized system, who require irrigation beyond October 11th, need to apply to the Town Office no later than October 7th, in order to avoid additional turn-on fees. The cost for late water is $1.33 per acre per day.

To facilitate grape growers who pump their own water from the irrigation canal, the Town will again maintain flows to a later date. Watch for further advertising indicating the exact date on which the canal is to be emptied.

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Oliver and area won another four “Blooms” at the BC Communities in Bloom awards night recently with special mention for our water management.

The Town also won the delegates’ choice for best “gate-way” for our entrance sign.

In addition we also won the provincial criteria award for “floral display.” This is one of the eight criteria that com-munities are judged on.

While the Oliver Communities in Bloom Committee had hoped to come away with a five-Bloom award for this past

year’s accomplishments, we acknowledge that it was very unusual for a first-year entry to win the four Blooms that we did in 2010. We are very pleased that we were able to improve our overall score from the low end of the four-Bloom to the high end.

The committee will be reviewing the evaluation and put forward a summary and recommendations in the near fu-ture.

Co-chair Betty Lou Trimmer-Bahnsen acknowledged it was disappointing they didn’t get the fifth Bloom, but said they were very close.

She noted that winning the floral display category was fantastic.

Oliver wins four ‘Blooms’ again

Photo contributed

Betty Lou Trimmer-Bahn-sen (left) and Beth Gar-rish accept another four Blooms award for the Town of Oliver during a recent Communities In Bloom ceremony. It also won the floral display award.

Beth GarrishSpecial to the Chronicle


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Winery hosts art showFrom October 1 to the 29th, Nk’Mip Cel-

lars in Osoyoos will host an extensive show of fine art by artists of the South Okanagan-Similkameen.

This group of artists is known for pre-senting fine works of art in beautifully-hung shows.

With 40 artists participating, there will

be lots of variety to please the eye. With the lovely fall weather and the

spectacular location overlooking Osoyoos, you will want to make a special trip to the winery to see this exhibition.

“Art at Nk’Mip Cellars” is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.

Lions offer free skatingIt’s a Canadian tradition, strapping on

the skates and hitting the ice. But it’s no se-cret that indulging your family in activities is not cheap, with skyrocketing gas prices and program fees.

So the Oliver Lions Club is trying to ex-tinguish the notion that family fun has to cost an arm and a leg by providing a huge sigh of relief to those poignant ice lovers out there.

Public skating will now be free on week-ends from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at the Oliver Are-na. Sessions will be equipped with friendly ice patrol staff, who will be diligently moni-toring the safety of those on the ice. Plus, a concession stand will be ready to warm skaters up with the finest hot chocolate

and arena delicacies. Whether you are a more experienced skater or just a begin-ner, the music will be pumping and the fun is guaranteed.

Besides skating acting as a fabulous tool to eliminate boredom, it also provides many health and fitness benefits as well. If you are like me and your motivation to go on that hour run outdoors is deflated by freezing temperatures, then skating may be for you. This low-impact activity will still have you bundling up and bearing the chilly atmosphere. According to fitsugar.com, skating can burn up to 414 calories with just one hour of hitting the ice. Due to the nature of the exercise, skating is stel-lar at toning your lower body and has been credited towards increasing balance, flex-ibility, quickness and agility.

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In accordance with the Local Government Act (section 809 and 810), Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen proposed Bylaw 2575 includes the following properties, which will receive exemptions from Property Taxes for 2012.

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715-00565.105 Parcel A, Bl 3, DL210 SDYD Pl 519

224 Robinson AveNaramata

Naramata Museum Society

$ 1381

714-796.090 Lot 9, Pl 34520, DL 374, SDYD

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Okanagan Falls Heritage & Museum Society

$ 1743

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$ 158

$ 1,078

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Assessment Roll Number

Legal Description Civic Address Organization Estimated Value of Property Tax

Exemption – Regional District portion only

715-00565.105 Parcel A, Bl 3, DL210 SDYD Pl 519

224 Robinson Ave Naramata

Naramata Museum Society

$ 1381

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$ 1,078

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Osoyoos Wildlife Federation

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715-2713.010 Lot A, Pl 40972, DL 2 366 367, ODYD(Portion outside

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716-2752.000 Lot A, Pl B6949, DL 319, SDYD

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$ 388

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$ 9,876

717-895.600 Block B, DL 1091 OS, SDYD

Princeton Golf Club $ 2,957

716-02837.000 Parcel A, DL 0457, SDYD

Keremeos Elk Lodge $ 705

714-00819.081 Parcel Y, DL 0374, SDYD

OK Falls United Church $ 543

The “Estimated Value of Property Tax Exemption” is the amount of taxes that would be imposed on each prop-erty if they were not exempt. The value of the exemption has been calculated using 2011 Property Tax rates.

In accordance with the Local Government Act (section 809 and 810), Regional District of Okanagan Similka-meen proposed Bylaw 2575 includes the following properties, which will receive exemptions from Property Taxes for 2012.


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How do you like them apples?George Boychuk grabs a couple of apples during the Oliver legion’s Market Days on September 30 and October 1. Countless fruit and vegetables were sold during the popular two-day event.

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Zoe McDermott and her mother Delee Cowan found a little bit of heaven in Oliver last Sunday.

And why not, under the circumstances?“This is my fi rst glass of wine, and it’s fantastic . . . what’s

not to like about drinking booze in the afternoon?” said McDermott, sitting on a bail of hay at the Festival of the Grape.

Cowan referred to the quality of wines at the 15th an-nual festival as “delicious.”

“I like the small town atmosphere. Kelowna (where I’m from) doesn’t have it.”

Cowan said she really anticipates the outdoor venue at the community park, noting it’s the best part about the festival. “If it was indoors, I wouldn’t come.”

The weather on October 2 was perfect; not too hot, not

too cold for the approximately 2,700 visitors who thor-oughly enjoyed the wares offered by 45 wineries and other vendors.

Wine tent coordinator Lindsey White said they were very lucky with the weather since it rained the day before and the day after the event.

White said people really like the festival for its casual, family-oriented atmosphere. “It brings a lot of people into town . . . people plan their trips around it.”

Former Oliver resident Ken McKie, who now lives in Penticton, has been coming to the festival for 10 years. He loves the fact you can taste wine from all the wineries in one spot without having to drive for miles.

Master of ceremonies Linda Larson said the festival has come a long way since the fi rst one in 1997. It was the brainchild of Paul Bouchard and Kenn and Sandra Old-fi eld. The Osoyoos Indian Band donated all the grapes (for stomping) that year, and the Town of Oliver was the team

to beat. The Amos team fi nally beat them in the fourth or fi fth year, Larson recalled.

Grape stomp coordinator Ed Dukes said Inkameep vine-yards donated about 1,200 pounds of grapes for this year’s competition. There were approximately 50 pounds of grapes in each barrel.

This year’s winning team was Grape Expectations from Courtenay, followed by ATB Water Sports from Osoyoos, and Plantastic Three, also from Osoyoos.

The prize for best costume (pirates) went to the Sunn-bank Stompers from Oliver.

Area C director Allan Patton said the Festival of the Grape is the premier agricultural event in the South Okan-agan and the premier agri-tourism event in the Okanagan.

Desert Hills winery president Randy Toor won’t argue that. “It’s great to see the other vendors. We really want to make it fun.”

Wine lovers converge for fantastic festivalLyonel DohertyOliver Chronicle

Continued on Pg B2...


The rain fortunately stayed away for the 15th annual Festival of the Grape in Oliver on October 2. The event began with a parade of wineries that wound its way through the community park.

B2 Oliver Chronicle Wednesday, October 5, 2011

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Toor said the festival brings people back to the wine shops the following day, which is great for sales. He likes the fact that all ticket sales from the festival go back to the South Okanagan Chamber of Commerce.

Toor said he would like to encourage all restaurant owners to feature BC wines on their menu.

Linda Harris, wine shop manager at Bur-rowing Owl, said she spoke to a Florida cou-ple who tasted their wine in a Vancouver restaurant. So the couple made it a point to visit Oliver for the festival.

“We need to turn this into a North Amer-ican event,” Harris said.

She noted the festival gives people an opportunity to taste world class wines un-der one roof.

Harris said there is strong cohesive-ness and communication among winer-ies, which needs to continue. “People are amazed at how much wineries support each other.”

Harris said she would like to see more advertising outside of BC to promote local events like the Oliver festival.

Fatima Soares from Gehringer Brothers said she likes the fact there is no competi-tion among wineries because they all work together. She noted that better signage on the highway would defi nitely help the in-dustry.

Dianne Ingram from Nk’Mip Cellars said the Festival of the Grape gets bigger and better every year. “If I was a grape today . . . ouch . . . because they’re going to be stomp-ing them pretty soon.”

Marlene McCune, wine associate at See Ya Later Ranch, said the festival is a great, one-stop shop that really promotes prod-uct awareness.

She noted the best thing happening in the industry is the “hop on, hop off” wine tours that should be expanded in this area. “I’d like to see more wine shuttles . . . so people don’t drink and drive.”

But wine wasn’t the only attraction at the festival. The 28th annual Fall Art Show and Sale had people thinking (and seeing) “outside the box.” In fact, Penelope John-son was walking around with a box on her head.

Festival unites wine lovers

Senior killed by vehicleThe RCMP continue to investigate last

Friday’s fatal pedestrian/motor vehicle collision on Highway 97 in Okanagan Falls.

On September 30 at approximately 7:15 p.m., fi refi ghters and the RCMP responded to a report of a pedestrian hit by a motor vehicle. The pedestrian was a 70-year-old Okanagan Falls woman identifi ed as Almay Cumberland. She was struck and killed while walking across the highway near Heritage Market.

The investigation indicates that Cum-berland was walking diagonally across 9th Avenue (Highway 97). She was struck by a 1990 Chevrolet Blazer operated by a 60-

year-old Penticton man who was travelling westbound on Highway 97.

Police report that speed and alcohol con-sumption on the part of the driver are not suspected. Investigators are examining the actions of the driver and pedestrian, along with the lighting and visibility conditions at the time of the incident. The road was dry, and it was dusk when the collision oc-curred.

In an earlier report, police stated there was limited street lighting, and the woman was wearing dark clothing. She was not on a designated crosswalk.

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Wednesday, October 5, 2011 Oliver Chronicle B3COMMUNITY NEWS

COMING EVENTS IN OLIVER

BOX 160, 35616 - 97th STREETOLIVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA V0H 1T0 | PH: 250.498.3451

* Please send your coming events to: [email protected] *

2nd and 4th MONDAYS - Golden Heart Rebekah Lodge meetings - Elk’s Hall, Oliver, 1:30 pm. call 250-498-3520.2nd MONDAY of month - Double-O-Quilters business meeting, 9 am at comm. centre. Call 250-498-8422.2nd MONDAY of month - Oliver legion monthly meeting in downstairs lounge.MON,WED,FRI - Oliver lawn bowl-ing at community park at 7 pm. Come out and try this fun and easy game. Call Mike at 250-498-6147.TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS - Bad-minton at Tuc-el-Nuit Elementary School gym between 7 and 9 pm. Call 250-498-6747.TUESDAYS - Crokinole playing every Tues. Rm#2 - comm centre, Youth 3 to 4 pm. Regular practice 4 to 6:30 p.m. New & interested players welcome. Call

Carol at 250-498-4985 or Clif at 250-498-0304.TUESDAYS - South Okanagan Toast-masters meet at Best Western, Osoyoos at 7pm. Call Greg at 250-495-5018 or Susan at 250-498-5190.TUESDAYS - Oliver Sagebrushers every Tuesday from 8:45 am to noon at the Quail’s Nest Arts Centre, 34274 - 95th Street. For info call Sally at 250-498-0104.WEDNESDAYS - Double-O-Quilters drop-in from 8:30 -2:30 at community centre. Call 250-498-8422.WEDNESDAYS- Air Cadets welcomes youths between 12-18 years of age. Time: 6:30 - 9 pm. For more info call 250-498-0418 or 250-498-0780.1st WEDNESDAYS - � e SunnyBank Ladies Auxiliary meeting at 1:30pm at SunnyBank Centre, Everyone welcome, Co� ee & tea a� er.

The September 24-25th weekend was very busy for the 1st Oliver Scouts.

We had our annual clean-up camp at Camp Secrest. We spent the weekend cleaning up around the lean-to, evicting pack rats out of this structure and the out-houses. We rebuilt one of the outhouses that had been abused by the elements as well as squatters, who go in and use the camp when we aren't there.

We made an exchange with Kenn Dray-mon from Riverbend Telecom and Audio. When I asked Kenn if we could use his gasoline-powered weed eater to cut down the fi ve-foot weeds around the campsites, he graciously offered to bring his trac-tor mower up to Secrest to tame the weed population (plus he still gave us use of his weed eater).

I asked how we could repay his gener-ous offer and he suggested that we help him with his clean-up of his section of the “Adopt-a Highway.”

So after coming down from Secrest on the Sunday morning, 1st Oliver Scouts and Kenn cleaned up two kilometres of Black Sage Road.

We have four Scouts who are working towards their Chief Scout Award, and the hours put in on the road clean-up will go towards the community service require-ments of this award.

We once again ran the stations (Chateau de Kids) at the Festival of the Grape on Sun-

day. Because our numbers are down this year, and we didn’t have as many volun-teers to help out in the kids’ venue, I ap-proached Allison Podmorrow and the Link Crew at the highschool to see if they were able to help out.

We will be holding another bottle drive on October 29. We will be putting out no-tices closer to the bottle drive and I will be bugging you again to remind them closer to the date.

We are also in the throws of our biggest fundraiser - Scout popcorn. We will be out in droves selling popcorn. Out of the pro-ceeds we sell we get 60 per cent back to put towards our programming costs.

We also have the policy that no child will be left behind due to fi nancial constraints.

We have many camps lined up for all of the groups (Scouts, Cubs and Beavers). This is also the fi rst year in many years that we have a “Venture” group.

Next year is the Canadian Jamboree in Calgary. The Scouts have decided to forego any big trips this year and to fundraise so that they can participate in this jamboree with other Scouts from all over the world. The jamboree is well known on the inter-national Scouting scene and will usually have several groups from other countries attending.

Our membership is down; we are down from 24 Cub Scouts to 10 registered Cubs, eight Scouts, eight Beavers and four Ven-ture Scouts (14-17 year olds).

If anyone wants more information on Scouting in Oliver, call me at 250-485-2101.

Oliver Scouts busy cleaning up the communityMargie Mathieson

Special to the Chronicle

Photo contributed

From left are Larissa Hunt, Scouter Mike Field, Scouter Tracy Hunt, Ian Silbernagel, Callum Ma-thieson, Kenn Draymon, and Islea Janzen.

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History buffs ‘don’ the decadesApproximately 30 people “Donned the Decades” at the

Oliver firehall last week to celebrate a milestone birthday for Penny Seiling.

Each guest came in a style representing the decade in which they were born. They travelled from as far away as Duncan on Vancouver Island, where Penny’s friend of 55 years, Joy Matthews and her husband Glen, live.

Everyone had fun dressing up and borrowing items from

one another. Penny has a large collection of vintage hats, though the men brought their own.

Elroy Pankratz came in his highschool sports sweater from 60 years ago.

Guests downed Coca Cola from glass bottles , fruit punch from vintage punch bowls and lots of good food, including carrot cake decorated with a 1940s Coca Cola poster.

Photo contributed

From left in back are Chris Mah, Vickie Hitch, Amy Encina, Nettie Knechtel, and Whileen Cooper. In front from left are Celia Thomas, and birthday girl Penny Seiling. With original dresses and vintage hats, it was a fun event that brought back old memo-ries and stories.

Directory of ReligionsDirectory of ReligionsDirectory of ReligionsLIVING WAY

CHRISTIAN CENTRElive * laugh * dream * love

River Rd. & Hwy 97 - 3 miles north of Oliver

Pastors Mark & Rae PankratzSunday Service

10:00 a.m.www.livingway.com

250.498.4595

Directory of ReligionsDirectory of ReligionsOLIVER ALLIANCE

Just north of town on Hwy 97Lead Pastor: Jeremy Cook

Associate Pastor: Steve McLeanPastor of Seniors: Henry WiebeChildren’s Ministry: Carol Freeman

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.Children’s Church and Nursery care available

during the service.Kids FORCE

and Adult Sunday School9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

Phone: 250.498.4253www.oliveralliancechurch.com

Offi ce : 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Mon. - Fri.

Directory of ReligionsDirectory of ReligionsDirectory of ReligionsDirectory of ReligionsJust north of town on Hwy 97

Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.Children’s Church and Nursery care available

OLIVER WORD OFLIFE CENTRE

On 119 St. off of 350th Ave.Pastors Cameron

& Margaret OgilvieSunday Services:

Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m.(includes Children’s Church)

Wed. 7:00 p.m. - Bible Study at the Church

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River Rd. & Hwy 97 - 3 miles

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THE CONFESSOR(Anglican/Episcopal)

Welcomes you!34660 - 103 St., Oliver

Rev. Patrick ReidSunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Information: 250.498.2559

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

All are welcome10450 - 346th Ave.Pastor: Oscar Halvorson

Services Saturday:Sabbath School: 9:30 a.m.Worship Service: 11 a.m.

250.498.4820

Offi ce : 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Mon. - Fri.

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Sunday Worship Gathering:9:45 a.m.

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Sunday Worship Gathering:

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCC)Visitors welcome!

342nd Ave. at Airport Rd.Pastor Darren Siegle

Divine Service: 11 a.m. SundaySunday School: 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month 9:45 - 10:45Adult Bible Study: 9:45 a.m.

Divine Service:

OLIVER UNITED CHURCH9915 - 358th Ave.

Minister: Anne WhiteSunday Worship: 10:00 a.m.

All are welcomeJoin us for refreshments and fellowship

after the service.Box 938, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0

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SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH

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Services Saturday:Sabbath School: Worship Service:

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Squishing and drinkingThe 15th annual Festival of the Grape on October 2 was a blast. At top, Raj Sidhu and Harman Bahniwal get messy while competing in the grape stomp competition. Above, from left, Marie, Linda, Cam and Ken McKie enjoy a glass of wine during the popular event.

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What is trichiasis? With trichiasis, eyelash hairs are turned around and point in towards the eye instead of growing out and away from it. When the eyelashes rub the eye, it can feel very uncomfortable and can also scratch the front of the eye. Optom-etrists are able to detect the condi-tion. Often regular appointments are needed to have these bothersome hairs removed.Dr. Amanda Erickson

Area C director Allan Patton couldn’t be happier. That’s because the Agricultural Area Plan (AAP) is finally done.

The regional district recently amended Area C’s zoning bylaw to reflect the AAP, a comprehensive land-use docu-ment.

“It’s more than just a plan sitting on the shelf, there is legislation behind it, which has real meaning to Area C,” Patton said.

The director noted the AAP is the culmination of much public input and many meetings.

‘Storytime’ soarsThe Oliver library’s popular preschool “Storytime” is ev-

ery Friday at 10 a.m.During one recent Storytime, tales and songs took boys

and girls on a trip to the zoo, ending with each child mak-ing an elephant mask.

This fun program is free for children ages three to five and is designed to introduce children to books and the wonder of stories in a variety of ways including puppets, rhymes and action games. Storytime ends December 16.


COMMUNITY NEWS

CMYKNEWS

Upcoming EventsThanksgiving Dinner - October 9 & 10 $35

Join us at Miradoro for your Thanksgiving Dinner. Chef Jeff has created a special 3-course menu

Pumpkin Carving Contest - October 22This one is for the kids! Children 3-12 years of

age are invited to carve a pumpkin at Miradoro. A complementary lunch will be served for kids

carving pumpkins. Judging will be done by Miradoro guests from October 22-30. Prizes for

3-7 year olds and 8-12 year olds.

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Parents invited Oct. 22

Lyonel Doherty photos

Outside the boxThe 28th annual Fall Art Show and Sale at the Oliver Community Centre last weekend fea-tured many talented artists. At top, Meranda Elliott looks at her colourful orca titled “Life Within.” Above, Penelope Johnson is serenaded by Enid Baker’s guitarist.

Kiyomi’sMassageKiyomi’sMassage

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60min. package 5 sessions $200

Regular Rates30 minutes $3060 minutes $5090 minutes $70

Please call Kiyomi at: 250-498-5592 [email protected]

In partnership with Success by 6 and the Osoyoos Indian Band, Communities for Kids will be holding its 7th annual Parent-ing Conference at Sen Pok Chin school in Oliver on October 22.

The conference is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to find answers to such questions as: What do I do when my child throws a tantrum in the grocery store? How can I find the right daycare for my child? How can I help to prevent bul-lying?

The day-long conference offers parents and caregivers of children up to six years of age the choice of three workshops from a total of 12 fascinating and helpful early childhood topics, led by dynamic experts from various fields of early childhood de-

velopment. Angela Roy, who explores and stud-

ies various arts, will present the keynote address on “It Takes a Rhythm to Raise a Child.” She is a recipient of the Prime Min-ister’s Award for excellence in education and development for her work with chil-dren and families.

The most critical period of human devel-opment is from conception to age six. The quality of a young child’s life and early ex-periences have lifelong effects. By learning more about this important time in a child’s life, parents and caregivers can help to en-sure that every child thrives.

For more information on the confer-ence, visit www.communitiesforkids.ca or contact Lynn Cook at 250-496-5511.


COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS

TO A HEROI would just like to thank the gentleman who sacrificed his life by jumping into Va-seux Lake on Thursday to try and help remove the lady in the submerged car. She had gone off the road and

sank just as he got there.I was on the phone with 911 while he was trying to res-

cue her.What a hero.I’m thinking of you.

Truly, Sandra Taylor, Gallagher Lake.

16p1

THANKS TO ALLThe Oliver Lioness and the Cops for Kids would like to thank the Oliver Fire Dept, Firehall Bistro, Oli-ver Lions, Buy-Low Foods, Eastside Grocery, Oliver Bakery, Oliver Chronicle, Eastlink Channel 18 and the public for helping us raise $2500.00. This money will go toward helping children

from Oliver. 16f1

THANK YOUThe Oliver Lioness Club

would like to thank the Arts Council for allowing us to set up at the Music In The

Park and also to the Friend-ship Force for their assis-tance. We raised $100.00 for Easter Seal House and

$600.00 for Brittany. 16f1

9th ANNUAL CRAFT SALE Sat, Oct 8th

9 am to 3 pm Oliver Elks Hall

on 99th & 360 Ave.Sponsored by The Oliver

Royal Purple #63Table rentals - $15.00.

Call Doris at 250-498-6872. 12p5

DEER PARK ESTATES 39044-97 St.

Fall Tea & Bake SaleOctober 22

11 am to 3 pmLuncheon is $4.00

Baked goods, crafts, white elephant tableAll welcome.

16p2

GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Parents interested in en-rolling their child for 2011 school year in K-7, F/T Kin-dergarten Sept. 2011, Call 250-495-3549 (school), 250-495-5077 (home), or email: [email protected] 37ctf

THANK YOU The family of the late Fred Fritz would like to thank Dr. Johnston, and nurses at the Oliver General Hospital for their excellent care and compassion of our loved one. Thank you to all our fam-ily, friends and neighbours for your kind expression of sympathy, prayers, visits, cards, food trays, flowers, telephone calls, and dona-tions. A special thanks to Rev. . Darren Siegle of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, for a beau-tiful graveside service and to John Nunes of Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service for helping us with the ar-rangements and guidance during and after the funeral. Inga, Sandy & Terri-Lynn and families 16p1

OKANAGAN TREE FRUITOPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Fresh apples & pears. Mon-Fri

from noon to 4 pm at Okanagan Tree Fruit

Co-operative 9315-348 Ave.

Entrance is around back on 347th Ave

behind SuperValu. All sales big and small.

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THE REGAL CHRISTMAS GIFT BOOK IS HERE!! Over 450 new and unique gift ideas. Call Tina at 250-497-6426 to order a cata-

logue or shop online at www.OKFALLS.shopregal.

ca 15f4

OK FALLSFLEA MARKET

PRESENTSChristmas in October.

October 8/9/109:00 am - 3:00 pm

Great Xmas decorations and possibly a few gift

ideas. New Vendors Welcome.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

Re: The Estate of ALICE ELIZABETH MINLER aka LIL MINLER aka ALICE MIN-LER, deceased, formerly of 35074-101A Street, Town of Oliver, in the Province of Brit-ish Columbia, V0H 1T0, who died on August 14, 2011.

Creditors and others having claims against the estate of ALICE ELIZABETH MINLER aka LIL MINLER aka ALICE MINLER are hereby noti-fied under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor c/o Gor-don & Young, Barristers and Solicitors, Box 1800, 36011-97 Street, Oliver, BC. V0H 1T0 on or before October 27, 2011, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. 13c4

AUTOS

2005 Chrysler Sebring touring sedan, less than 53,000 km. 2.7 litre V6, ex-cellent condition. $8000. Call 250-498-0765. 15p2

2000 FORD CROWN VIC 162 Meadowlark, Cherry Grove. Call 250-498-3955. 15p2

1989 GMC - 4x4 small pickup. Extra-cab, canopy, black. $2,000 OBO. Call 250-498-2650. 15p2

DESERT HILLS WINERY is seeking a F/T Vineyard manager. Min. 1 year expe-rience. Must speak Punjabi or English. Starting $15 hr. Please submit resume to [email protected] or fax 250-498-3015. 16c3

HARD WORKING labourer required. 5 days a week. Transportation required. At Gallagher Lake Resort. Call 250-462-4273. 16v1

DESERT HILLS WINERY is looking for 7 F/T vineyard workers to start immedi-ately. Must speak Punjabi or English. Starting $12 hour. Please submit resume to [email protected] or fas 250-498-3015. 16c4

DESERT SUN COUNSEL-LING AND RESOURCE CENTRE in Oliver is looking for an individual or individu-als to fill the role of Coordi-nator of our Early Childhood parenting support pro-grams. This is a temporary leave position with the pos-sibility of moving into a per-manent-part-time position.

The programs provide par-ent and tot drop-in, food/nutrition activities (through Community Kitchen), pre/postnatal support, parent education, referrals, advo-cacy and links to other com-munity groups.

The program also networks and works collaboratively with other community ser-vice clubs and agencies

in the Oliver and Osoyoos Communities.

The positions report directly to the Executive Director.Qualifications: Social Work or Child and Youth Degree preferred however those candidates with Early Child-hood Diploma, Human Ser-vice Worker diplomas or equivalent will also be con-sidered. Must have the abil-ity to work independently, be comfortable with group work, community presenta-tions and program devel-opment. Additional skills that are an asset: canning, preserving, gardening and Food Safe.Closing date:October 14, 2011

Fax or e-mail resumes with covering letter to: Roxie Van Aller 250-498-6088 or [email protected] those applicants short-listed will be contacted 16C2

FIREWOOD

FREE - Cherry wood. Call 250-498-7210. 16f2

FIREWOOD - Orchard & beetle kill wood. Call TCB The Chopping Block in Oli-ver at 250-498-9039. 10p8

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2 PET CARRIERS FOR SALE. One is for a sm./med. sized dog or cat. The other is for a med./large bird (ie: parrot) with built in perch. Good condition for both. Asking $20 each. Call 250-497-6426. 13ftf

WATKINS PRODUCTSMany new products Too many to list. Call Inez & Ken 250-498-4450. 12p12

WINTER IS COMING: Snowplow for pickup, all re-mote controls, lights, power angle. Talk to the medicine man!! Deep snow, call 250-498-7861. Great condition, $1,500 OBO get it now! 15p4

COMPUTER DESK and hutch with attached filing cabinet. Has a pull-out key-board shelf. Ideal for student den or office. Good buy at $120. Call 250-428-0317. 15p2

MARY KAY - SKIN CAREFinally, skin care that’s made for you. Call Margaret Ogilvie at 250-498-4020. Dec11/#28

TAMA Swingstar 8 piece drum kit. Pearl double bass pedal. Comes with ride & crash symbols. Must sell! $1000 OBO. Call 250-689-7310. 15p2

DARK BLUE HIDE-A-BED in new condition. $250 OBO. Call 250-498-4589. 16p1

NEAR NEW GIANT OCR2 road bike. 46.5 cm. frame. Carbon fiber fork. Must sell!! $750 OBO. Call 250-689-7310. 16p2

MAYTAG STOVE, digital, almond colour, excellent condition, $149. Basket ball hoop, $100. Inglis washer, $49. Call 250-498-2010. 16p1

FREE

FREE - KITTENS. Healthy, ready now. Call Mary 250-498-5376 or Angie 250-498-0850. 16f2

HORSE & LIVESTOCK

EXCELLENT HORSE HAY. 65+ lb. Brome, grass-alfalfa, mixed grasses, $7 per bale. Other hay $5 per bale. Deliv-ery extra. Call 250-446-2080. Anarchist Mtn. 10p10

ALFALFA – grass/hay on Road 18, in Oliver. $8/per bale. Call 250-498-2918. 1mctf

RYE STRAW BALES. $7 bale. Call 250-498-1033. 15p3

LANDSCAPE

EDGING CEDARS - buy direct from grower. 6 ft - 10 for $200. We deliver. Call Budget Nurseries - toll free 1-866-498-2189 www.budgetnurseries.com 37vt

LOST AND FOUND

LOST - Wedding band in Canadian Tire store or near-by in parking lot. Gold wed-ding band with diamonds. If found please call 250-498-6063. 16p1

LOST - Cat. Missing from Rockcliffe area. Slender grey cat. White patch on chest and mouth, white “socks”, hazel eyes. Very loving. Please call 250-485-4174 or 250-689-2071. 16p1

EAGLE HOMESBC built manufactured and

modular homes. BC’s #1 Moduline dealer.

Best prices available. Contact Blair Kennedy

778-515-5555 Okanagan Falls.

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THOUSANDS IN OPTIONS FREE!!

Canada’s largest builder, SRI Homes, are offering un-believable discounts. Call or visit Lake Country Modular Homes Inc,. conveniently lo-cated next to SRI’s Winfield factory. Custom designs, factory tours, expert advice & service. Call Alan or Robert toll free at 1-866-766-2214 www.LC-Mhomes.com 40ctf

PETS

SECURE DOG BOARDING for all breeds. Rural proper-ty, 13 km from Oliver. Short and long term. Call 250-485-8622. 10mcDec31/11

FOR SALE 7 long-haired Chihuahuas 14 weeks old, 1st shots and vet checked. Still in training, home-raised and well-loved. $650 each. Call 250-498-9039. 10p8

2 PET CARRIERS FOR SALE. Asking $20 each. Call 250-497-6426. 13ftf

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COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDSPRODUCE REAL ESTATE

PANARAMA ORCHARD and fruit stand in north Oli-ver is open for the season. Freestone peaches, nectar-ines, apples, watermelon, melons, peppers, tomatoes (canning and Roma), and much more now available. Call 250-498-6103. 3p17

FOR LOCAL ORGANIC GROW-ERS, CHECK THE OLIVER CHRONICLE CLASSIFIED ADS. 16F1

BERYL’S ORGANIC PARA-DISE -Pickling cukes plus more. 34039-91 Street, Oliver. Call 250-498-6771. SOOPA Grower No. 431. 11ctf

RED & GREEN seedless grapes - pesticide free! $1.25/lb. Call 250-498-4196. 15v3

HOME FOR SALE BY OWNER in the beautiful gat-ed 45+ community of Arbor Crest in Oliver. This 1290 sq. ft. Seidler built home has 1 bdrm + flex, 2 bathrooms, an open plan for the kitchen, dining and living room, and an outstanding view of the common garden and water-fall. Many features make this an ideal retirement home. Priced at $367,000. Will e-mail pictures on re-quest. No agents please. E-mail: [email protected] 16p1

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

1987 Okanagan camper van 351 auto, 126,000 km - 3-way fridge, 4 burner stove, hot water heater, furnace, toilet & shower, well main-tained. $8,500 OBO. Call 250-485-7415. 16p1

22’ TRAILER -Equalizer hitch, full bath, large sky-light. Sleeps six. As new. Sell or trade for camper.Oliver 250-485-0075. 16p2

RENTALS

FOR RENT - 55 PLUS - 2 bdrm basement suite. 1600 sq. ft. F/S, W/D. Private pa-tio. Close to beach. $700 includes satellite TV. Small pet okay. Available now. Call 250-498-4121. 16p2

OVER 1100 SQ FT. OFFICE space available. Store front at 9336-348 Ave. Has sepa-rate entrance, utilities and bathroom. Great location at a reasonable rate. Avail. now. Call 250-498-4506. 35ctf

2500 SQ. FT. COMMER-CIAL SPACE. 2nd floor, above the pub-lic library. Bright and open. Good for offices/dance stu-dio etc. Call 250-485-7880. 4ctf

RESIDENTIAL EVICTION SERVICES-

Terminal Bailiffs, Call 250-493-2618.

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1) Top floor of home with views of Gallagher Lake. Three bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Semi furnished, in-cludes basic cable and utili-ties are shared. $800 month. N/S, 1 cat allowed.

2) One bedroom plus den condo, large open concept in upscale development. Complex includes under-ground parking, storage, on-site mail delivery, exercise room, elevator, workshop, lovely landscaping including fountain, secure entry. Unit is like new, with W/D, F/S, D/W, microwave, lovely bal-cony with view of mountains and fountain. Clean, vacant and available immediately. $825 plus utilities NP, N/S.

3) Two bedroom, two bath condo in Casa Rio. Mature long-term tenant will get preference. $900 plus utili-ties.

4) 1 bdrm house. Close to all amenities. $600 + utili-ties.

For more information please call Nita Neufield at Royal

LePage South Country Property Management.

250-498-6222. 14c1

OBITUARIES

OBITUARY

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES RENTALS

In loving memory

RonaldWalker

October 16, 1930 - September 4, 2011

WALKER, Ronald of Christina Lake, BC, passed away September 4, 2011. He was born on October 16, 1930 in Alberni, BC, moving to Oliver, BC in 1945, attending high school in Oliver from 1945 to 1949.

Ron is survived by Ollie, his wife of 59 years, chil-dren, Danny (Teresa), Robert, Gordon (Leslie), Pat (Gavin), Allen, Keith (Kathy), Susan (George); ten grandchildren, a sister, Joan MacLean of White Rock, BC and a brother Brian (Pat) of Oliver, BC.

Ron worked as a customs inspector at the Cascade border crossing for 30 years. As well Ron and Ollie owned and operated Silver Birch Resort at Christina Lake. After retirement Ron wrote a book “I Declare” and he also traveled extensively.

A memorial service was held at Christina Lake Community Hall, September 24, 2011.

In loving memory

CharlesWheeler New

1919 to 2011

Charles Wheeler New passed away peacefully on September 27th, 2011 after a long illness.

He was predeceased by his father in 1926, his mother in 1963, sisters, Gertrude, Mary, Thelma, Grace and Lois; brothers, Ralph and Percy.

Wheeler is survived by his loving wife, Evelyn of 70 years and one sister, Alberta; numerous nephews, nieces and their families.

Early in his life he worked in the logging business with his own team of horses. At the start of the war he joined the British Columbia Dragoons and served overseas for five years. Before going overseas he married Evelyn in 1941 at Esquimalt in Victoria.

Returning home in the fall of 1945 they soon moved to Rock Creek to work for the Shippits Sawmill and then spent a couple of years at Mabel Lake to work for Edgar Tipton in the bush. Moving back to Oliver in 1952, Wheeler then started work for the School District as a mechanic and bus driver, retiring in 1982.

Wheeler loved golfing and bowling and spent a number of years back in the 60s coaching the High School Bowlers. He shot his age at 79, a feat few can claim and golfed well into his eighties. He bowled a 405 in his early eighties and was still bowling this spring.

An avid gardener, he always had a large plot that kept them and many family members fed.

Evie and Wheeler enjoyed many trips roaming the hills around the Okanagan.

A graveside service will be held at the Oliver Cemetery on October 9th at 2:00 pm. Reception to follow at the Legion Hall. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hospice or the Cancer Foundation.

Condolences may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com.

Arrangements entrusted toNunes-Pottinger Funeral Service

& Crematorium, Oliver & Osoyoos, BC.www.nunes-pottinger.com

In loving memory

CharlesMichael Smith

January 1, 1971 to September 22, 2011

On Thursday, September 22, 2011, Charles Michael Smith of Oliver passed away suddenly at the age of 40 years.

He was predeceased by his father, Robert Alfred Smith.

Chuck will be fondly remembered by his loving family including two sons; mother, Elizabeth (Liz) Smith; two brothers, Anthony and John; step-father, Robert Maginn; niece, Ava; nephew, Lincoln; sister-in-law, Lacey Smith (Bishop); many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Chuck enjoyed fi shing, camping and woodworking. He was employed working construction in Oliver. While not affi liated religiously, he had a strong, personal relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ. Condolences may be directed to Liz Smith at [email protected]

Tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com



REECE LOUIEMissing you every day R.I.P.

21 st. Birthday Oct. 7Wishing you were here to celebrate it with us

Love Dkay, Colette, Bowe and your girl Julie.

OBITUARY

In loving memoryLena Mary Pioli Shaw

1914 - 2011

Lena Mary Palman Pioli was born March 5, 1914 in Kelowna, BC. She was the daughter of Ippolito Angelo Pioli and Annunziata Mathilde Campigli. She passed away at McKinney Place in the early morning hours of October 3, 2011 with her daughter Sandra by her side.

After fi nishing school, Lena worked at the Laurel Packing House until 1936 when a group of women were sent from Kelowna to Oliver to work as there was a shortage of workers. It was here that she met Russell James Shaw and they were married August 28, 1937 at Immaculate Conception Church in Kelowna and made their home in Oliver.

Lena is survived by her three daughters, Sandra (Frank) Jones, Brenda and Norma (Greg Jones); two grandchildren, Angela (Jeff) deKergommeaux and Dean (Elena) Jones. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren, Sophie and Nicolas deKergommeaux and Alessandra Jones, as well as many nieces and nephews and family members in Italy, France and Brazil.

Lena was predeceased by her infant daughter, Regina Lorraine in 1952; her mother, in 1969; her father, in 1981; her brother, Leno Pioli in Feb. 2005 and her husband, Russell in October of 2005.

Lena was a Charter Member of the Catholic Women’s League at Immaculate Conception Church in Kelowna; an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary in Oliver, a charter member of the Oliver P.T.A. and a life-long member of the CCF/NDP Party. She and Alma Faulds were instrumental in getting the native children back from the reservation schools and into the local school system. Lena cooked and baked for all these organizations over the many years she was involved with them.

Funeral Services will be held from Christ the King Catholic Church on Thursday, October 6th, 2011 at 1 pm with graveside services following. A Reception will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church following the graveside services. There will be a visitation for those who wish it from 12:00 pm to 12:45 pm at the Catholic Church just prior to the service.

Condolences may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com




COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS

Your Home...

Is Your Castle

• Full Bobcat / Augering Service

• Decks

• Lawn Maintenance

• Snow Removal

• Pruning and Trimming

• Lawn and Yard Prep

• Fences and Misc

REQUIRE PLOW TRUCK OPERATORS

Argo Road Maintenance is accepting resumes from drivers experienced in the operation of tandem axle trucks for the Oliver area. Positions will be part-time, as and when required. Experience operating snow removal equipment would be an asset but is not essential. Applicants must hold a valid BC driver’s license, minimum Class 3, with air brake endorsement and must provide a current driver’s abstract with their resume.

Please submit your resume to Rob Wiens, Area Superintendent at 34580-89th St oremail to [email protected] or by fax to (250) 498-6819.

ROAD MAINTENANCE (SOUTH OKANAGAN) INC.

FOR LEASE OR RENT:

1) 1200 sq. feet finished stu-dio - dance, exercise, yoga - Main Street Oliver.2)1000 sq. feet workshop, warehouse and/or office in centre of town.3)Storage areas from 60 sq. feet to 500 sq. feet.For information about any of the above, phone 250-498-4014 or cell 250-498-1096. 11p5

20 x 58 MANUFACTURED HOME on large lot. 2 bdrm + office. 55+ in Weep-ing Willows MHP. Fully fur-nished, larger sun-deck and storage shed. $700 mth. plus utilities. Ref. and DD re-quired. Call 250-495-2872 or cell 250-689-5045. 15v2

1 BDRM SUITE. Fridge, stove, electricity included. No smoking, no pets. Refer-ences. Available Now. Galla-gher Lake. $600 month. Call 250-809-1175 or 250-809-1441. 16mc2

1 BDRM SUITE - Tuc Lake, with laundry. N/S, N/P. Pri-vate entrance and patio. Call 250-498-0543. 13p4

ONE BDRM SUITE with lev-el entry. A/C, washer, fridge, stove incl utilities. Close to town. $600 month. Call 250-809-7134. 15p3

1 BDRM SUITE. In town, close to shopping. Secure building. $650 mth. Call 250-498-3138. 15p3

TWO BDRM suite. $550 a month w/ all utilities incl. N/S. Call 250-498-9413. 16p2

FOR RENT OR FOR SALE, Upper suite, 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, large yard, close to amenities - $800 month plus util. AND lower suite, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, suitable for single person - $700 month incl util. OR SALE - Live upstairs and have mortgage helper downstairs - $329,000. Call 250-498-0650. 16mc2

ENCLOSED BOAT & CAR storage. Call 250-488-6896 or 250-498-7276. 16vtf

2 BDRM AND 1 BDRM apartments for rent. N/P, N/S. ALSO 2 bdrm house in town. N/P, N/S. Contact 11:00 am to 8:00 pm. 250-498-0872. 16p2

LARGE & BRIGHT suite near the arena, 2 bdrm plus den, W/D. Avail immediately. $740 month plus electric. Call 250-498-3656. 16v2

3 BDRM HOUSE for rent. Available Oct. 15. In Oliver, Call 250-498-2335. 16p2

2 BDRM MOBILE home. F/S/W/D. Recently renovat-ed. Orchard location. $700 mth. plus utilities. Call 250-488-0716. 16mc2

2 BDRM HOUSE. Avail. Oct. 15 to April 15. Rent $700 plus utilities. Call 250-485-8334. 16p2

2 BDRM MOBILE home. 5 appliances, electricity in-cluded. No smoking, no pets. References. Available now. $700. Gallagher Lake. Call 250-809-1175 or 250-809-1441. 16mc2

SERVICES

HANDYMANRenovations, yard mainte-

nance. 20 years experience.Call 250-498-4408

16v2

RODNEY’S HANDYMAN

SERVICE.Quality work guaranteed. Painting, laminate floors,

windows, doors etc. NO JOB TOO SMALL

Call 250-498-2210. 11p5

DONS CARPET CLEANING

All work guaranteed.Call 250-498-8310.

16p4

RENTALS RENTALS RENTALS

ARGON ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Residential - CommercialElectric Heating

DEAN MALMBERG250-498-4506

Contractor # 434749336 348 Ave. Unit A

www.argonelectrical.ca ctf

ELECTROLYSIS BY MARG Get rid of unwanted hair permanently and safely with just a few treatments. Call 250-495-2782. 34mctf

A 1 LAWN CARE- lawns - gardens -

-snow removal - chimneys--power washing - irrigation-

-firewood - CALL 250-485-7916

March2012

HUTTON’S INTERIOR DECORATING & PAINTING SERVICES

Painting, Colour Consul-tations, Design Services

and more.Call ALLISON at 250-498-6428.

Jan 1/12

CAM’S PAINTING & DECORATING

30 years experience.Call 250-498-4020.

11p17(Dec 2011)

SERVICES

NEED A HOUSEKEEPER?Bondable, reliable

and local. 10 years experience.Seniors discounts.

9 am to 5 pmCall June 250-498-4408.

16v2

DONS CARPET CLEANING

All work guaranteed.Call 250-498-8310.

16f1

RAY’S PAINTING 3 ROOM SPECIAL

Any 3 rooms for $250.Walls, minor repairs, 2 coats, interior - exterior. Satisfaction guaranteed.

25 years experience.Call Ray at

250-487-0840. 16eow

YARD SALES

FALL CLEAR-OUT?Get results, advertise your yard-sale in the Oliver Chronicle. Before the weath-er turns, less clutter and more cash. 16p1

YARD SALE - Sat. Oct. 8. 8:00 am to 2:00 pm 33641 - 121 Ave. (Off Fairview road.) Quality stuff - odds and sods. Garden equipment, wheelbarrows, garden seat, tools etc. Call 250-498-0563. 16p1

SERVICES YARD SALES

KIWANIS MARKET

34782-91 Street(Sawmill Road)

Check us out!

We accept clean,

serviceable items.

Please no clothing.

Call 250-485-0242 or

250-498-0176.

Drop off times:

9:00- 12:00

Wednesdays, and

9:00 - 12:00

Fridays.

Open for sales: 8:30 to 12:30 Saturdays.

Please leave a

message, you

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B16 Oliver Chronicle Wednesday, October 5, 2011 SPORTS

CURLING ROCKS!!!

What do contractors do in the winter in Oliver?

COMING TO THE CURLING CENTREJUNIOR REGISTRATION Tuesday, October 11th, 3:30 - 5:30 PM

REGULAR LEAGUE REGISTRATION also Tuesday, October 11th, 3:30 - 5:30 PMCurling starts October 17th, but before that there are free curling clinics, a week

of free practice ice and a one day SKILL IMPROVEMENT CLINIC

Want to curl as a family on Saturday mornings? Want to curl as a company group on Mondays? Want to try Stick Curling?

It is all available!Phone 250-498-2244 ask for NORM

What do contractors do in the winter in Oliver?

Mike Johnson

They throw rocks! They have fun! THEY CURL!

1040 Main St, OK Falls, BC (Blue Building) 250-497-6681

The NaTural Family healTh CliNiC

Dr. Tamara BrowneNaturopathic Doctor

Preventing illness - optimizing health naturally

Evidence shows that neurological disorders from Autism and Alzheimer’s to Parkinson’s and ALS are associated with neurotoxins including the heavy metals lead, cadmium, mercury, and aluminum. New research is showing that intravenous glutathione combined with heavy metal detoxification is providing new hope for these patients. Neurotoxins tend to accumulate in certain people easier than others and this may explain why some people are more susceptible to their ill effects. Ask a Naturopathic Doctor about cutting edge new treatments that are working for these difficult to treat conditions.

Come in for a FREE Blood Flow Analysis to determine if you have

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Photo contributed

Senior contendersThe Oliver legion senior slo-pitch team was a strong contender for another win in the final, but couldn’t pull it off this year. The men won the round robin and the semi final game, but lost the bragging rights, ending the season with a 20-12 record. If you want to play next season, call George Boychuk at 250-498-2769.


Running for HunterInstead of a Terry Fox Run, Oliver Elementary students ran for Hunter Miller last Friday. Hunter is a Grade 7 student who is receiving treat-ment for Hodgkins Lymphoma. The fundraiser was planned to help the family with costs while Hunter is in BC Children’s Hospital.

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