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Eyeing the ballSophia Barbieri eyes the ball while dad Mike Barbieri sets it on the mount during a game of blastball as part of an Oliver Parks and Recreation program held in the community park.

Mayor Pat Hampson said he’s optimistic that the Os-oyoos Indian Band’s proposal to accommodate a prison is a strong blip on the government’s radar

“We left the meeting feeling that we placed highest on the shortlist at this time,” Hampson said after returning from Vancouver recently.

The mayor was a member of a delegation to help the OIB

pitch its application to locate a correctional centre at the south end of Senkulmen Business Park. He was joined by Area C Director Allan Patton, local MLA John Slater, Chief Clarence Louie, and other band officials.

The contingent met with Solicitor General Shirley Bond and her staff to promote the proposal.

Hampson said band officials orchestrated an impressive PowerPoint presentation of the “shovel-ready” opportu-nity, showing services in place and the flexibility to move roads as necessary to make the site meet the geometric

footprint desired by the ministry. The PowerPoint also showed an educational facility located in Senkulmen.

Hampson said the delegation was advised there are cur-rently five applicants including OIB and that these appli-cants will likely become the shortlist. The City of Penticton has offered two sites, while the Penticton Indian Band has offered one. Summerland has offered two sites.

“None of these sites are serviced; an obvious advantage for the OIB application,” Hampson said.

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The mayor reports that BC governmentlooks favourably on prison application

Chief Louie isn’t as optimistic as the mayor. When asked to comment on the proposal, he responded, “Who knows, government reps listen to you, like they will listen to other applications and say all the nice things, but of course will not commit to anything.”

Hampson said a recommendation will be made to the minister by the end of May, with a decision by July.

Ministry staff stated there will be approximately 270 to 300 full-time equivalent positions at the prison.

“Unfortunately there will be no opportunity to take advantage of our courthouse, and there is no hard evidence that we could expect a greater police presence,” Hampson said.

The mayor noted that broad political and community support is a defi-nite must for a community to be selected. Some criteria for choosing the successful applicant include: carbon footprint; availability of affordable housing for staff; a serviced site; distance to Kelowna; proximity to an airport; the ability to team up with an educational facility; and ability to complete the project by 2015.

“It is safe to state that our community partnership and site satisfies all the criteria articulated as being important,” Hampson said.

Chief Louie made a very strong point that placing the facility on band land offers a unique opportunity for the province to partner with the OIB. It also creates a more positive environment for the aboriginal members

incarcerated in BC. This is because aboriginals comprise over 20 per cent of the BC prison population.

A report by the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General suggests that over-representation of aboriginal people in the justice system is vis-ible in the correctional system.

Aboriginal people comprise just four per cent of BC’s population, but in 2009/10 they made up 21 per cent of the prison population. Research indi-cates that aboriginal offenders are at a higher risk to re-offend. The report indicates that aboriginal people are also more likely to become victims of crime. In a survey conducted by Statistics Canada in 2009, individuals who identified themselves as aboriginal people, age 15 and older, were three times more likely than the non-aboriginal population to report being a victim of a sexual assault, and two times as likely to report being a victim of a violent crime.

The current daily adult inmate population is between 2,700 and 2,850, peaking at 3,162 in August 2010. This volume remains at critical capacity, with the province’s nine correctional centres operating at an average of 173 per cent of designed capacity.

The increase of adults in custody has been largely driven by growth in the number of people awaiting trial or sentencing. Ten years ago, these remand inmates accounted for one-third of the provincial inmate popula-tion; now they account for one-half.

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A lesson learnedAs warmer temperatures approach, people are asked to use extreme caution when burning. The regional district is encour-aging people to use other methods than burning wood waste. Here, Oliver firefighters battle a recent brush fire that burned out of control in the Sawmill Road area.

Young man charged with arson

An 18-year-old Osoyoos man has been charged with arson in relation to a fire that destroyed two downtown businesses in Osoyoos on May 1.

Phoenix Kilian McGourty (Lonsdale) appeared in Penticton court last week and was formally charged with one count of arson. He was remanded in custody until his next court appearance on May 9.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation pend-ing a forensic examination of the scene. The fire de-stroyed the Osoyoos Christian thrift store and the ad-jacent Dollar Smart Discount store. It also damaged the CIBC and a denturist’s office.

It was reported that McGourty had ties to the thrift store in a volunteer capacity.

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A 33-year-old Oliver man who fell asleep at the wheel was lucky to escape unharmed after his vehicle rolled over in a ditch near Sportsmen’s Bowl Road.

The man managed to climb out of his Honda Civic and call police. But it didn’t appear that he needed much help.

Oliver RCMP attended and spoke to the driver, who stated he was driving home from working a night shift in Penticton when he fell asleep. His vehicle hit the ditch and rolled over. The man suffered no apparent injuries and declined the assistance of an ambulance.

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Reaching the boiling point

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It’s a real shame that Oliver’s delegation to Vic-toria came back empty handed in its bid to com-plete Phase 3 of the water-twinning project.

That leaves Island Road residents like Audrey Mayer high and dry once again. She has to continue boiling water and buying bottled water until it’s safe to drink from the tap. Understandably, she’s quite perturbed with the whole situation. We’d be, too.

Mayer is right. These government officials have access to clean drinking water when they turn on their taps, so what do they care if one section of a small town has to boil its water.

You can’t blame the Town because it has diligent-ly applied for grant money to finish the project. It wants this done as much as the residents do.

These homeowners pay taxes like everyone else, yet they can’t get clean drinking water from their faucet. And they only live a couple of minutes from town. Perhaps Community and Rural Development Minister Ida Chong needs to live in Phase 3 for a week. Maybe then she’ll loosen up the government’s purse strings. Correction: “our” purse strings. Re-member, the government wouldn’t have a dime without the taxpayer.

On a more positive note (depending on who you talk to), the OIB’s prison application was looked upon favourably by government officials.

We’d like to take a poll on which topic residents feel is more of a priority – finishing the twinning project or accommodating a correctional centre?

Even though Mayer is fit to be tied, she supports the prison concept. “I figure any of the bad guys who do get out won’t stay in this area.”

We tried getting a copy of the OIB’s PowerPoint presentation, but no luck. Must be classified or something.

As for the jobs, we said it before: most all of the full-time positions will be in-house transfers, not for the average Joe in Oliver. However, construction jobs will be available to local tradesmen.

It’s hard to say what lasting image a correctional centre would have on the community – “The Wine Capital of Canada . . . with a prison.” Perhaps we need a referendum like Penticton.

Some say the Town will be saddled with a stigma, while others say a prison won’t affect our reputa-tion as an agri-tourism destination.

Like Chief Clarence Louie, we’re not getting our hopes up. There are other communities vying for the prison, with the same or more amenities that Oliver has.

Let’s not sing the “Jailhouse Rock” too soon.

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Get off the big greed machine

NIMBY attitude about trail is not justified; master plan applauded

Editor, Oliver Chronicle:

You are absolutely correct sir. I have worked at the same job for a few years now and

have had no raise at all. They have cut our hours back and at times I am responsible for the entire store for a large part of the day.

The only extra thing that they ever did was put $25 to-ward a staff Christmas party that had to be at a restaurant, which meant that if we were to bring our spouse it would end up costing us. But they have even discontinued that. I am beginning to think that I, a born and raised in BC resi-dent, have been transported to a Third World country.

It’s kind of hard to take when our illustrious premier and that ilk just gave themselves a whopping raise, fair com-pensation for running our province into some fantastical

debt and selling off our resources for their own gain. How can they sleep at night when more and more citi-

zens are becoming poorer and poorer? I would also like to add that the provinces that have a

higher minimum wage seem to be surviving just fine. Hap-py, experienced, trained employees are an asset, not an ex-pense. Look back at history and you may learn a lesson or two. Or maybe just look at what is happening in the Middle East and take a hint from that situation. Maybe you would rather have that.

Get off the greed machine and treat people like human beings and not your slaves, otherwise a nasty word like “union” may creep into the conversation.

R. Shackleford, Okanagan Falls

Editor, Oliver Chronicle:

It was with surprise and concern that we read the com-ments from Rick Machial regarding the utilization of the present river canal right-of-way between Roads 9 and 18 for a future bicycle/hiking path in the Trail Master Plan.

His concerns regarding conflict with farmers and people encroaching on private land were raised over 25 years ago when the present path was constructed from McAlpine Bridge to Road 9 along the same right-of-way.

Prior to establishing this path we spent months inves-tigating the very concerns Rick now asserts will cause future problems. We found that property values actually increased near such trails and the people utilizing these trails are generally nature lovers who respect a person’s property. Their presence actually serves as a deterrent to vandalism.

The establishment of trails also dissuades campers and quads from illegally utilizing the path for more undesir-able activities which caused more concerns to adjacent property owners.

For visitors and residents alike, it is important to show-case our valley and its farms and our respect for nature. A NIMBY (not-in-my-backyard) attitude is certainly not

justified in this case and we applaud the establishment of a Trail Master Plan and hope that a trail can eventually ex-tend to the head of Osoyoos Lake just beyond Road 22. If Rick still has concerns perhaps a study should be under-taken to poll residences adjacent to the present path to determine any problems they may have encountered with walkers and bicyclers.

When we, as part of the IBHS (International Bicycling and Hiking Society) studied other areas in the town/RDOS for future trails, there were many more obstacles to de-velopment than utilizing the present river right-of-way which is already Crown land, cleared of trees and relatively level.

Despite its less than desirable condition for bicycles/strollers/roller bladers, the Road 9 to 22 right-of-way is already used by walkers, and if improved, would provide another route in to town that is far safer than the highway for bicyclers.

The biggest obstacle to its development is not local resi-dents or adjacent landowners but the Ministry of Environ-ment.

John and Lynn Bremmer, Oliver


NEWS

Bin Laden’s high hopes died long before he didDing, dong, the witch is

dead. Osama bin Laden, the

author of the 9/11 atroc-ity in the United States and various lesser terrorist out-rages elsewhere, has been killed by American troops in his hide-out in northern Pakistan.

At last, the world can breathe more easily. But not many people were hold-ing their breaths anyway.

President Barack Obama issued the usual warning when he announced that bin Laden had been killed by American troops in a compound in the city of Abbot-tabad

“The death of bin Laden marks the most significant achievement to date in our na-tion's effort to defeat al-Qaeda. Yet his death does not mark the end of our effort. There's no doubt that al-Qaeda will contin-ue to pursue attacks against us.”

But that wasn’t quite right either.No doubt attacks will continue to be

made in the Arab world in the name of al-Qaeda, but the original organisation cre-ated by bin Laden has been moribund for years.

Outside the Arab world, there have been no major terrorist assaults for about five years now, and bin Laden’s death is unlike-ly to change that. The whole enterprise was never what it seemed.

Bin Laden was a revolutionary before he

was a terrorist. His goal was to overthrow existing Arab governments and replace them with regimes that im-posed an extreme form of the Salafist (Islamist) doc-trine on the people instead.

Once all the Muslims had accepted that doctrine, bin Laden believed, they would benefit from God’s active support and triumph over the outside forces that held them back.

Poverty would be van-quished, the humiliations

would end, and the infidels (“the Zionist-Crusader alliance”) would be defeated. It was essentially a form of magical thinking, but his strategic thinking was severely ra-tional.

Successful revolutions bringing Salafist regimes to power were the key to success, but for the revolutions to succeed they must win mass support among Arab and other Muslim populations.

Unfortunately, only a very small propor-tion of Muslims accepted Salafist ideas, so some way must be found to win them over. That’s where the terrorism came in.

Terrorism is a classic technique for revo-lutionaries trying to build popular support. The objective is to trick the enemy govern-ment, local or foreign, into behaving so badly that it alienates the population and drives people into the arms of the revo-lutionaries. Then, with mass popular sup-port, the revolutionaries overthrow the

government and take power.This kind of terrorism has been used so

often, and the strategy behind it is so trans-parently obvious, that no 21st-century gov-ernment should ever fall for it.

But if the terrorist attacks kill enough people, it is very hard for the government being attacked not to over-react, even if that plays into the terrorists’ hands. The pressure at home for the government to “do something” is almost irresistible.

The Bush administration duly over-reacted to 9/11 and invaded two Muslim countries, Afghanistan and Iraq, on a futile quest to “stamp out terrorism” – which was, of course, exactly what bin Laden and his colleagues wanted the United States to do.

However, almost ten years after 9/11, it is clear that bin Laden’s strategy has failed even though the United States fell into the trap he had set for it.

Muslims everywhere were appalled by the suffering inflicted on Afghans and Iraq-is, and many condemned the United States for its actions, but they didn’t turn to the Salafists instead.

When popular revolutions finally did begin to happen in the Arab world five months ago, they were non-violent affairs seeking the same democracy that secular countries in the West and elsewhere al-ready enjoy.

The Salafists have become virtually ir-relevant. Which is not to say that there will never be another terrorist attack on the United States.

Bin Laden had not been in operational

control of al-Qaeda for many years, be-cause regular communication with the out-side world would have allowed US forces to track him down long ago: the compound in Abbottabad had neither telephone nor in-ternet connections. The real planners and actors are still out there somewhere.

The question is: what can the Salafists possibly do now that would put their proj-ect back on track?

And the answer – the only answer – is to goad the United States into further vio-lence against Muslims, in retaliation for some new terrorist atrocity against Ameri-cans.

There have been no major attempts by al-Qaeda to attack the United States in the past ten years because it was already doing what the terrorists wanted.

Why risk discrediting President George W. Bush by carrying out another success-ful terrorist attack, even if they had the re-sources to do so?

But the probability of a serious Salafist attempt to hit the US again has been rising ever since American troops began to pull out of Iraq, and President Obama’s obvi-ous desire to get out of Afghanistan raises it even further.

Bin Laden’s strategy has not delivered the goods for the Salafists, but they have no alternative strategy.

Bin Laden’s death would provide a use-ful justification for another attempt to hit the US, but it wouldn’t really be the reason for it – and it probably wouldn’t succeed, either.

Bin Laden’s hopes died before he did.

Gwynne Dyer

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CANDLELIGHT TRIBUTE

Atamanenko impressed with Oliver’s support

Re-elected MP Alex Atamanenko said he was “totally impressed” with the support he received from Oliver voters on May 2.

“I heard that we won in three polls in Ol-iver. That was a huge breakthrough; I don’t think we’ve ever done that before.”

Atamanenko won his third term as MP in the BC Southern Interior riding with 25,176 votes. Conservative Stephen Hill garnered 19,276, while Green Party candidate Bryan Hunt finished third with 3,174 votes. Lib-

eral candidate Shannon Lavell garnered 1,872.

Atamanenko said he wasn’t going to open an election office in Oliver, but great support from the Indo-Canadian commu-nity changed his mind. From there they knocked on doors and made themselves known to Main Street businesses.

Key issues that Oliver constituents brought to his attention were the well-be-ing of seniors, healthcare, and the surviv-ability of family farms. He noted that grow-ers are concerned about their future when they don’t get the prices they need to sur-

vive. And it doesn’t help when Washington dumps its apples in BC, making it difficult for local farmers to compete.

Atamanenko said he’s very happy with the NDP’s victory in the riding and its title of official opposition. But he’s concerned that the Conservatives have a majority government.

“It places a tremendous responsibility on our party and me to hold the (Harper) government to account.”

But he noted he’ll be the spokesman for those in the riding who don’t agree with Harper and what he’s doing.

Atamanenko attributed his win to long-time supporters in the riding.

“My staff and I work very hard in help-ing people (with passports and immigra-tion issues).”

The MP ran six campaign offices, and each office had new faces, a lot of which belonged to young people, he pointed out. In fact, Atamanenko believes more young people than before voted in this election.

One thing he didn’t appreciate was the negative attack ads and the “constant ham-mering” by Stephen Hill. He noted the vot-ers didn’t buy into that.


Photo contributed

Bunny businessValley First staff recently donned their fuzzy bunny ears and visited local businesses to hand out chocolate Easter eggs as part of a new community program called “Blue Blitz.” Shown hamming it up for the camera are, from left, Adrienne Herbert, Stacey Gagno (branch manager), Joanne Schaffrick and Lauren Bremner.

Carol Ann Quibell photoNothing ‘slo’ about it

The annual Mother’s Day slo-pitch tournament in the community park saw many teams compete for bragging rights. Here, a player hits an incoming pitch.

Students fast to raise fundsGrade 11 student Celina Ruhland and

four of her classmates at Southern Okana-gan Secondary School are planning a 24- hour fast to raise money for people living in under-developed countries.

“We have asked participants to collect money pledges which will then be sent through World Neighbours Canada to help pay for long-term development projects in Burkina Faso, Honduras, and Nepal,” Ruh-

land said.The fast will start on Wednesday, May 11

at 8:30 p.m. and will continue through the school day Thursday until 8:30 p.m.

“We will be hanging out after school, playing games and ending with a potluck dinner in celebration of what we are do-ing,” said Ruhland.

She noted the students deserve recogni-tion for their efforts.


Murray Roed teases out stories caught in stone. Within their layers, mountains carry imbedded tales of unsolved mysteries and ancient adventures with water, lava and steam. They reveal histories of cataclysm interspersed with periods of calm before the next evolutionary stage, and as a ge-ologist Roed follows their chronicles chapter and verse.

But stone is not static. In-stead it responds to nudges and roars deep in the earth so those stories are ever-changing, and each new revelation tests or rein-forces existing theories and long-held suppositions.

Fortunately, Roed—who has a PhD in Geology from the University of Alberta—is a raconteur in his own right, bringing his world to receptive audiences through word im-agery, art, PowerPoint presentations and detailed coloured maps depicting local geologic features. He will be at the Quail’s Nest Art Centre at 34274-95th Street in Oliver next Wednesday evening, May 18, to demystify the mountain thrusts and valley contours of the region and discuss his lat-est book Okanagan Geology South.

“There were 12 contributors to this book,” explained Roed in a phone interview from Kelowna. “Basically the fundamen-tal reason for writing [it] was to extract the information from highly scientific and technological publications that are rarely amenable to public scrutiny and put it in a more simple interesting form that tells

stories about the geologic evolution of the South Okanagan.

“It also traces the historic development of geological thought at the time—for example, how theories change over the years.”

For instance, there are several theories about the origins of McIntyre Bluff, one of the iconic landmarks in the Oliver area. And one of the topics Wednesday night

will touch on the birth of the bluff, the glaciers that sculpted it and the inter-esting anomalies that are known about the east and west sides of the valley’s walls.

He’ll talk about the re-gion’s mining history and geologic hazards such as earthquakes and seiches on Okanagan Lake. And he will fascinate guests with infor-mation on the little known existence of Lake Oliver.

“That mystery is front and centre in our book,” said Roed. “It is not a lake today but it was a glacial lake at one time.”

But the Okanagan’s evolution is still in progress as wind weather and water con-tinue to exert an influence on the topogra-phy that often defines the occupations and recreational pursuits of the people within its boundaries.

And because Oliver sits in the middle of wine country Roed will talk about the con-nection between geologic factors and the grape industry, how soils and the shape of the landform influence the outcome.

“It isn’t as much of a issue with tree fruits because you aren’t worried about the terroir of apples. You are concerned about

the terroir of grapes though and geology is definitely a factor there.”

But even though wine remains one of the engines that drive the valley’s econ-omy, water continues to be its mainstay. Roed’s book contains pertinent material on ground and surface water as well as the long-term outlook for its availability.

“Groundwater is one of the major re-sources of the South Okanagan and it is probably going to be the main water source in the future. But there is another chapter on surface water and it traces the whole de-velopment of the management of surface water in the South Okanagan.”

And he issues a grim warning about the region’s water limitations.

“We are on the edge of that resource’s capability; there is no room left for development ap-parently.”

However, Roed also wants to pique the interest of local residents, expand their knowledge of their surroundings and reveal its richly varied geologic dimensions that often hide in plain sight.

“The heart of the book is our maps of all the town-sites from Summerland to Osoyoos. They are full co-lour maps with all the for-mations on there and with features of specific inter-est. This type of map has never been done before be-cause we have bedrock as well as all the other glacial deposits combined on one map.”

He has included side-

bars for specific geologic features in the book like Haynes Point, Spotted Lake and the overhang at Vaseux Lake. And there is a summary of information on how climate change is affecting local lakes like Tuc-el-Nuit and Mahoney.

“Climate changes happen. We are still coming off the Little Ice Age of the 17th-18th century and everything is behaving themselves in terms of that history.”

So come out to the Oliver and District Heritage Society AGM on May 18 at 7 p.m. and enjoy an evening of wine and cheese, art displays and discussion with Roed. His book will be available and all the profits go to a scholarship fund entitled the Kelowna Geology Committee Award at Okanagan College and University.

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There are lots of exiting opportunities to get involved in the Wine Capital of Canada Triathlon event, as over 300 athletes come to Oliver. Over 100 volunteers are needed for the Wine Capital of Canada Triathlon. Volunteers are the lifeblood of a successful event.

Some of the volunteer positions available include:• aid stations • bike check-in

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If you are interested in helping with the event send an email to [email protected] and let us know what you are interested in. As long as volunteer positions need to be filled, we’ll be signing people up.Thank you.Sarah Dixon, Volunteer Coordinatorwww.oliverhalf.ca Ph: (250) 470-0395

An evening of wine, cheese and stories in stone

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The bluffThere are several theories about the origins of McIntyre Bluff, one of the iconic landmarks in the Oliver area.

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The Okanagan’s evolution is still in progress as wind weather and water continue to exert an influence on the topography that often defines the occupations and recreational pursuits of the people.


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Put up a big fight against fruit fly

Bears have come out of hibernation and their bellies are growling with hunger.

So the RDOS is offering tips on how to bear-proof your home.

Keep your garbage in the house or an animal-proof shed until pick-up day.

Remove unused fruit trees or pick fruit daily.Consider bear-proof fencing in orchards or vineyards.Don’t use birdfeeders.Burn off the barbecue grill after each use and store in a

secured area.Bring pet dishes and pet food inside, and clean up any

spillage.Use a compost bin (not a pile) and place it away from

wooded or hidden areas. Don’t put eggs, meat, cooked foods or large amounts of culled fruit in your compost.

Use a layer of dirt or lime to cover up the smell of fruit in your compost bin.

Prevent bears from raiding your home

The spotted wing drosophila fruit fly is a serious pest to be reckoned with.

That’s why the RDOS wants farmers to watch out for it this year.

To fight the fly’s wrath, it is recommended that all soft fruit waste be frozen for at least two days before compost-ing.

Large volumes of soft fruit should be buried at least 12 inches deep or bagged in the hot sun for at least three days.

For more information on this pest, contact the Ministry of Agriculture at http://www.agf.gov.bc.ca/cropprot/swd.htm

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What do you get if you put two beautiful young women together with tal-ent, hard work and dedica-tion? Beautiful music, that’s what.

Sisters Saige and Cassan-dre Carlson are a wonderful example of people who love what they do and are will-ing to work hard to achieve their goals.

Saige has been taking voice lessons for over four years and performs classi-cal opera and wants to ob-

tain her Masters degree in opera. Cassandre, the elder of the two and a pianist, is currently studying for her exams to complete her Grade 10 from the Royal Conservatory of Music and hopes to advance to receive her ARCT Diploma bringing her to a university level of music.

Both were shy to talk about their accomplish-ments but quickly bragged about their sibling’s suc-cess. Having received nu-merous awards for their performances, they most recently attended the Ki-

wanis Music Festival in April with Saige continu-ing on to the next level of competition in Kamloops in June. Cassandre performed an impressionistic piece on the piano, winning her an award also.

Cassandre says, “I will be in Kamloops too with my pom poms cheering her on.” Both are extremely supportive of each other and with their involvement in piano, music theatre and voice they seem to have all of their bases covered.

“Practicing two to three hours a day between voice and piano, plus school work makes for a very busy day,” said Saige, who would even like to practice more. It has helped that both were home-schooled by their mother, and although Cas-sandre graduates this year she is undecided as to what her future holds. Saige plans to have a career in music while Cassandre said, “I am not sure what I will be doing but music will be involved in some form or another.”

Saige and Cassandre perform most Friday after-noons at 12:45 at Medici’s and may also be performing at a local winery this sum-mer.

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“March numbers were down due to the weather and it was evident because on warm days the number of visitors increased,” said Brooks.

However, snowbirds who are returning from the United States are staying in town a bit longer than usual before heading home to the northern parts of the province and Alberta.

“Edmonton was covered in snow (recently) which kept some people here for a longer period of time.”

Brooks said local events such as the recent Double O

Quilters show brings in a noticeable increase in visitors. So do local wineries.

The numbers were up in 2010 over 2009, and although the tourist season has been delayed because of the weath-er, Brooks is optimistic there will still be many visitors to Oliver.

“It will be interesting to see how 2011 pans out.” The Okanagan has had an increase in visitors compared to oth-er regions in BC.”

Recently, there were people from Malaysia, Australia, Mexico, Rhode Island, as well as visitors from New Bruns-wick and many locations in other parts of Canada and the United States.

Beth Garrish from the Oliver Tourism Association said a community development specialist from the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association will host a full-day work-shop in Oliver on May 26.

Garrish said OTA will be pouring over the Oliver Tour-ism Plan to enhance marketing opportunities.

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From left, volunteer Lynn Friesen and tourism manager Rhoda Brooks take a break at the Oliver Visitor Centre. Although recent weather has dampened the tourist trade in Oliver, people from all over the world have dropped in for a visit.

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Four or five times a year the Screening Mammography Program (SMP) comes to the South Okanagan in the fully equipped van and the technologists unload it into a facil-ity such as the Oliver Senior Centre where it happened to be recently. With the help of volunteers like Trudy Weiler, who greets people at the reception desk, many women are able to take advantage of the testing.

To find out when the mobile van is returning to Oliver call toll free 1-800-663-9203 and book an appointment for your mammogram screening.


Christine McKay photoTerrific Kids

April’s Terrific Kids at Tuc-el-Nuit Elementary School were (in back row) Sierra Collander, Rayleen,Chyzzy, Navreet Bajwa, Melissa Gilbert and Jordan Smith. In front row are Jasleen Morneau, Brody Beacon, and Ryland Thomsen. At far back is Kiwanis Club member Guy Deschatelets. He presented the certificates with Christine McKay.

Older women are encouraged to be screened for breast cancer. They can do this by taking advan-tage of the mobile van service, which was at the Oliver Senior Centre recently. From left are mammogram technicians Colleen Gieck and Sheila Hall. At right is volunteer Trudy Weiler.



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Another bloomin’ saleOliver Communities In Bloom will host its second annual Bloomin’ Plant Sale on Saturday, May 14 at the archives building on 350th Avenue. From left are CIB members Lynn Andersen, Gordon Hahn, Marion Boyd, Elsie Johnson and Betty Lou Trimmer Bahnsen.

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The beachcleanersThe Oliver Rotary Club used a recent spring day to clean Rotary Beach. The park is now open for the season. From left are Doug Corbishley, Ann Hayes, Kate Krist, Blaine Krist, Joan McCaughey, Gail Erickson, Patricia Currie with grandson, Ryder Yorke, Alf Hartviksen, Mary Unger, Bob Currie and John Bremmer.

The BC Teacher-Librarians’ Association is pleased to an-nounce that Greg Smith from Oliver is the recipient of the 2011 BCTLA Distinguished Service Award.

Smith, a retired teacher from SOSS, is a committed so-cial studies educator and he is currently the president of the BC Social Studies Teachers’ Association. He is also a long-time friend of BC teacher-librarians.

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Kersten Grant shows a lot of focus as she waits for a serve during the Peter Perkin Memorial Tennis Tournament in Oliver last weekend. A total of 15 teams competed in the event. See story on Page B9.

Securing funds to complete Phase 3 of Oliver’s water twinning project is like securing safe passage in a piranha-infested lake during a swim meet.

It’s not going to happen anytime soon.That’s what a hopeful delegation was told by govern-

ment officials in Victoria, which has Oliver resident Au-drey Mayer fit to be tied.

“Oh my God, I can’t even think right now. That’s ridicu-lous . . . I live near town and I don’t have (clean drinking) water.”

Mayer, who lives on Island Road, has to boil her water because what comes out of her tap is not safe to drink.

Area C Director Allan Patton, Mayor Pat Hampson, MLA John Slater, and consultant Terry Underwood recently met with the Ministry of Community and Rural Development. The contingent went there asking for two-thirds funding

($1.36 million) to com-plete the twinning north of Island Road at a cost of approximately $2 mil-lion.

But they left empty- handed.

“Minister (Ida) Chong advised us that the prov-ince has no additional money for projects other than those approved in 2010. She suggested that new money could be as far away as three to four years,” Hampson said.

Mayer was stunned when she heard the news.“These people who say this are people who can turn on

their taps and drink (clean water) . . . I’m going to be a real squeaky wheel because I’m choked.”

Mayer said it’s a “royal pain” to have to boil her water. She’s also concerned about her elderly in-laws, who have to be reminded that they can’t drink from the tap. “It’s a hardship for them.”

The mayor suggested to government officials that Phase 3 constituted a project with existing approval, but he was unsuccessful in that argument.

Patton provided support using the need for potable wa-ter, and to end water advisories for his constituents. But Chong and her staff didn’t bite.

They suggested the Town should apply for any one of three grants: the Innovation Fund, Strategic Priori-ties Fund and the Regionally Significant Project Fund. The ministry recommended that the Town’s applications should focus on measurable outcomes, cleaner water, con-servation, and the community’s ability to pay.

Immediately following the meeting, Patton presented the case for funding the Gallagher Lake sewer project con-necting to the Osoyoos Indian Band sewer system.


These people who say this are people who can turn on their taps and drink (clean water) . . . I’m going to be a real squeaky wheel because I’m choked. -- Audrey Mayer

Continued on Pg B2...

Town Councillor Marji Basso won’t be seeking re-elec-tion this fall because she wants MLA John Slater’s job.

“I have officially sent my nomination papers in to be considered an NDP nominee candidate for the next provin-cial election.”

Basso said she considered this decision three years ago. The local school teacher said she has the full support

of her family, a group of supporters who are willing to be part of her nomination team, and a couple of MLAs in the region.

“I believe that it is time for me to pursue this opportu-nity, see where it will lead me, and with a lot of hard work, allow me to represent the people of the Boundary Similka-meen riding.”

Basso said she won’t run for municipal council this fall because there are too many variables.

“I will continue to be committed to my current obliga-tions on council and pave the path for our next council to consider in 2011.”

Basso seeks life in provincial politics

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Tickets available from Tinhorn Creek by phone (250.498.3743) or at store.tinhorn.com/Wineshop/Events

Dinner & Concert Packages available. Call for details - 250.498.3742

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Saturday, May 28 at 7pmAli Milner, a 19-year-old from Canada is making her mark on the indie/

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Sam Cooke and Nora Jones rolled into one.

Tinhorn Creek Amphitheatre, 32830 Tinhorn Creek Road, Oliver

He expressed the immediate need to protect the ground water aquifer and the adjoining spring-fed Gallagher Lake from contamination from septic systems in nearby mobile home developments.

Patton stated that the water table is no more than 10 feet from ground level, and that there is a substantial tourism industry dependant on the Gallagher Lake area, and a potential tourism development opportu-nity by the OIB on reserve lands bordering Gallagher Lake.

Most importantly, this aquifer is where Gallagher Lake, Tuc-el-Nuit residents, Sen-kulmen Business Park, Vincor, and tourists receive their potable water, Patton noted.

“When this ground water becomes con-taminated the economic impact on the OIB, Area C and the Town of Oliver would be

devastating.”Patton said construction companies and

contractors are presently in place now installing sewer systems in parts of Galla-gher Lake. Doing the whole area right now would be, by far, the cheapest scenario pos-sible, he pointed out.

But as expected the answer from the minister on funding was the same as with Phase 3 of the water-twinning project, Patton said. Money can only be accessed through the gas tax fund, which is insuf-ficient for many of the regional district’s needs.

Patton concurred with Hampson that their time and efforts in Vancouver and Victoria were worthwhile despite no prom-ise of funding.

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Proceeds from the third annual Osoyoos Celebrity Wine Festival will go towards vul-nerable children and youth of the South Okanagan through United Way.

The event will take place from June 9 to 12. It is a four-day weekend that combines food, wine, celebrities, and community.

“The local wine industry wants to see kids succeed,” said Glenn Fawcett. “We looked around the community to see how best we could help and felt that we could reach the most children through United

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development United Way supports local social service agencies that help vulnerable children, families, and seniors.

“We are thrilled that the Osoyoos Celeb-rity Wine Festival wants to support United Way,” said United Way Coordinator for the South Okanagan Similkameen, Tracy St. Claire. “We know how much difference support like this can make in a child’s life and for the community as a whole.”

To find out more about the festival visit www.osoyooscelebritywinefestical.com or contact Fawcett at 250-498-0666. To find out more about United Way - South Okana-gan Similkameen visit www.unitedwaysos.com or contact St. Claire at 250-492-2842.


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Sen Pok Chin pupils learn ‘eggs-citing’ stuff“All they pretty much do is walk around,”

said six-year-old Carter, looking at the in-cubator . . . “and every time the little chicks grow to adults they’ll be pooping eggs.”

This was his keen observations of a new food security program at Sen Pok Chin school, where students can’t wait to come to class every morning.

With a $5,000 grant from Interior Health, the school purchased an incubator and 24 eggs, which started to hatch last week. Within a span of six hours one day, eight eggs hatched to the amazement of stu-dents.

“They’re fluffy, they’re cute and friend-ly,” said seven-year-old Larissa.

“All they do is walk around,” Carter re-iterated.

“I like scrambled eggs,” another girl chirped.

Six-year-old Dominik said if they didn’t have the incubator, the eggs would get too cold and die.

“We can see yellow trying to hatch,” La-rissa said excitedly, looking at another egg in the process of hatching.

Principal Heather Kelliher said it’s a wonderful program that connects children to sources of food beyond what they see in the grocery store.

“It has huge potential. The kids see sus-tainability and learn a skill in what it takes to raise chickens.”

And that’s exactly what the students will be doing . . . being little farmers.

A member of the Osoyoos Indian Band is building a chicken house, where the chicks will be raised into adult chickens, which will supply the school with eggs for its breakfast program. How cool is that?

“Food security is all about making sure that everyone has easy access to healthy, locally grown foods,” said Interior Health nutritionist Rose Soneff.

Kelliher admitted the school board ini-tially had some reservations about the pro-gram, but finally approved it.

“We’ve expanded the board’s view of education. I think school should be about memorable experiences,” Kelliher said.

She noted the children were so excited about the program that staff had to move the incubator out of the classroom; the students had a hard time focusing on their work.

“Some kids were so shocked that chick-ens come from eggs. It was the first time a lot of them saw anything born. It’s a really good learning tool,” Kelliher said.

The driving force behind the program is education assistant Kim Moffatt. And for pupils in Jacquie Hollingshead’s class, it’s a treat.

Grade 1 student Tearrance Louie demon-strated how the chicks will sit in the card-board chicken coop in the hallway. On the wall of the coop, a student wrote: “Don’t be afraid of me. I’m your mother. Don’t run and don’t panic.”

Another student drew a heart and put it face down on the incubator for all the chicks to see.



Tearrance Louie pretends to be a chick crouching inside this cardboard chicken coop the pupils built in the hallway. The chicks will be placed in this temporary coop before moving outside to a wooden coop, which is currently being constructed.

MAY 14 - Oroville Booster Club hosts it’s annual 3 on 3 basketball tournie. Call 509-476-3052.

MAY 14, 21, 28 - Flea market, 8:30 am to 2 pm. Corner of 97th & 350th.

MAY 14 - Bloomin’ plant & garden sale. 9 am to noon. Archives building. Hwy 97 & 350th Ave. Call Elsie at 250-498-4250 to do-nate plants, tools, gloves and garden decor if you can.

MAY 15 - Indian Reserve. Leaders choice with the amazing Buddy Alex. Meet at CPR station at 9:30 am. Call 250-498-2743. This one is not to be missed!

MAY 15 - Oliver legion annual candle-light tribute at cemetery at 4:30 pm. Re-quests for as many youth & adults to par-ticipate. Come light some candles on our veterans headstones. All welcome.

MAY 18 - Oliver/Osoyoos Aktion Club meets 6 pm at Kiwanis Manor. 34822-99 St. Call 250-495-6617.

MAY 18 - Dance with Paul & Friends at senior centre at 1:30 pm. Call 250-498-6142.

MAY 21 - Crib tournament at senior cen-tre at 1 pm. Bring a partner, fee applies. Call 250-498-6453.

MAY 24 - Kiwanis club of Oliver meets at noon for lunch at comm. centre. Potential

Kiwanians welcome. Call 250-498-0889.MAY 28 - McKinney Road area. Leaders

choice, explores old logging roads. Meet at CPR station at 9:30 am. Call 250-485-0263.

MAY 28 - Oliver legion is sponsoring and Elvis impersonator performance in the upstairs hall. Doors open at 6 pm. Snacks & drinks. Show at 8 pm. Admission fee ap-plies. All welcome.

MAY 29 - Walk for Dog Guides in Lions Park at 12:15 pm. Registration at 11:45 am Call 250-498-2055.

JUNE 1 - Oliver/Osoyoos Aktion Club meets 11 am at Kiwanis Manor. 34822-99 St. Call 250-495-6617.

JUNE 7 - Lioness meeting. Call Linda at 250-498-3710.

JUNE 11 - Taylor Lake with Skip King. Moderately difficult. May be long. Meet at CPR station at 8 am. Call 250-485-0263.

JUNE 14 - Lions meeting. Call Linda at 250-498-3710.

JUNE 14 - Kiwanis club of Oliver meets at noon for lunch at comm. centre. Potential Kiwanians welcome. Call 250-498-0889.

JUNE 15 - Oliver/Osoyoos Aktion Club meets 6 pm at Kiwanis Manor. 34822-99 St. Call 250-495-6617.


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Directory of ReligionsLIVING WAY

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

Pastors Mark & Rae PankratzSunday Service

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OLIVER ALLIANCEJust north of town on Hwy 97

Lead Pastor: Jeremy CookAssociate Pastor: Steve McLeanPastor of Seniors: Henry Wiebe

Sunday Service 10:45 a.m.Kids FORCE & Adult Sunday school at 9:30

a.m.Nursery care available during the service.

Phone: 250.498.4253www.oliveralliancechurch.com

Office : 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Mon. - Fri.

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

250.498.4434www.oliverwordoflife.ca

PARK DRIVE CHURCH36672 - 79th St., Oliver

Sunday MorningWorship Service at

10:00 a.m.Affiliated with Pentecostal

Assemblies of CanadaPhone: 250.498.2322

Office hrs: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tues. - Thurs.

ST. EDWARD THE CONFESSOR

(Anglican/Episcopal)Welcomes you!

34660 - 103 St., OliverRev. Patrick Reid

Sunday 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.

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THE UNITED CHURCHOF CANADA

All are welcome9915 - 358th Ave.

Minister: Ann WhiteServices Sunday:

Sunday School & ChurchService: 10 a.m.250.498.2781

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Sunday Worship Gathering:9:45 a.m.

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Lawns don’t need a lot of waterWe’ve all received our first water bill, and with the ar-

rival of spring, the first thought that came to my mind was, “oh no, we haven’t even started watering the garden yet.”

We all love our gardens and our green lawns, so with this column I hope to pass on some water saving options.

Our backyard is an extension of our home. We spend time outside and take pride in our little green sanctuaries. Armed with the following informa-tion, we found there are many things we can do to save water.

A few of the general topics I will be covering are: having a careful garden design with high, medium, and low water use zones; building up the soil so it can hold more moisture; having practical turf areas; installing efficient irrigation systems; selecting drought-tolerant plants; using mulch; and harvesting rainwater.

Let’s start with the lawn; ahh, the beloved well-manicured expanses of green grass that our culture has held on to from the colonial past. But the time has come to take a second look. Green lawns are costly to maintain – financially, time wise, and hard on the environment. It is time to ask, “How much lawn do I really need? Can I reduce the square footage of lawn? Can I let some of it go golden in the hot summer months, and only keep a certain section soft and green?”

Conventional Bluegrass lawns are by far the thirstiest plants in town. Reducing the size of lawn is the most effec-tive way to reduce water use. But if you choose to keep that

lawn looking green, here are a few tips.Water when the weather is cool, dark, humid, and wind-

less. An optimal time is early in the morning before sun-rise or after sundown. This allows the water to soak in, instead of evaporating with the sun or blowing away with the wind.

Ensure your sprinkler is not watering the pavement. I assure you it won’t grow.

It is best to water deeply and infrequently. By soaking the soil to the bottom of the root zone, plants are encouraged to grow roots into deeper soil, instead of spreading sideways. Lawns ben-efit from approximately one inch of water per irrigation. To determine if one inch has been sprinkled, place several straight-sided contain-ers, such as tuna cans, around your lawn. When the water is an inch deep, turn off the water.

Let the lawn dry out a little between watering. If the grass starts to lay flat, or footprints are left in the lawn when you walk across it, then it is time to irrigate again.

If there is a healthy soil layer under your lawn, you shouldn’t need to water your lawn un-

til June. In July and August, water once every seven to 10 days. In September and October adjust watering to once every 10-15 days.

Stay tuned for more water conservation tips. In the meantime, enjoy the spring showers and get ready for our Okanagan summer days. Ah, you’ve got to love living in Canada’s driest valley.

Fire centre announces fire prohibitionEffective at noon on May 15, open fires will be restrict-

ed within most of the Kamloops Fire Centre’s jurisdiction to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public. The restriction will remain in effect until Oct. 15 or until further notice.

This ban prohibits the following: burning any waste, slash or other material; burning stubble or grass; and the use of fireworks or burning barrels of any size or descrip-tion.

Acting fire information officer Michaela Swan said the prohibition applies to the Oliver area as well.

All open burning will be prohibited across the Kamloops Fire Centre effective June 15.

The ban does not apply to campfires that are half a metre high by half a metre wide or smaller, or to cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes. People lighting a campfire must maintain a fireguard by removing flam-mable debris from the campfire area, and must have a

hand tool or at least eight litres of water nearby to prop-erly extinguish a fire escape.

The Kamloops Fire Centre is currently experiencing dry conditions and an elevated fire hazard, which has resulted in 26 wildfires since April 1.

Please ensure campfires are not lit or kept burning dur-ing windy conditions, and ensure that adequate tools, wa-ter and people are on hand to contain a fire, and that it is fully extinguished before leaving the area.

This ban covers all BC Parks, Crown and private lands, but does not apply within the boundaries of local govern-ments that have forest fire prevention bylaws and are ser-viced by a fire department. Please check with civic author-ities for any restrictions before lighting a fire.

Contravening the prohibition could result in a ticket for $345, or if convicted in court, a fine of up to $100,000 and a sentence of one year in jail. If a wildfire is caused, the per-son may be subject to a penalty of up to $10,000.

Water-Wisewith Paula

Paula Rodriguez de la Vega

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Art and photography fuel Leza’s passion in life

Leza MacdonaldPhoto contributed

What is your most important value and why?I like to listen. I can learn a lot from researched dialogues of the opposite opinions.

Why did you choose to live in this town?Peace and quiet. In the city my studio was just down from a heli-pad. I also believe in the hundred-mile diet, I like wine, so here I am, in the wine country.

What would make Oliver a nicer community?Oliver is fabulous, as it gets nicer my smile muscles will pop.

Do you have a goal in life?To create a global market for my paintings. Want to buy a painting?

If you had one super power, what would it be?Mother Nature . . . with attitude.

If you won the $50 million Max lottery, what would you do with the money?Double it. I am a great capitalist. I do this by helping people get what they want. And really how many pairs of Manolo Blahnik’s do I need?

If you were the mayor of Oliver, what would you do?Can’t even think about it. I have spent enough of my pre-cious time documenting politicians. Politics gives me indigestion. However, I will vote and let my opinions be known. I know I will not always agree with the decisions made by Oliver Town Council, but I respect them for taking on a job that I will not.

If you could meet one person in the entire world, who would it be and why?Oprah, I like her business attitude.

What is your pet peeve in this community?No place to buy Manolo Blahniks.

If you could fast forward the Town of Oliver by 50 years, what can you visualize?

A beautiful eco-tourism village, centered around the arts and vineyards, sculpture gardens and in-terpretive centres. Oops, I can hear the blood vessels popping. There is good fu-ture profits in eco-busi-nesses and tourism. All business now should follow the rules of sustainable de-velopment, so that in the future Oliver is still here in 50 years and not lost under bad planning. On Tuc-el-Nuit Road a gravel pit has

been turned into a vineyard. Brilliant.

What is the perfect day for you in Oliver?Being home, sipping a cup of tea, painting, playing with the cats, gardening, walking the labyrinth in the backyard.

What community issues need the most attention?I haven’t been here long enough to make an informed statement. I am still watching and listening.

What would be your ideal job?Oh my stars, I have it. I am a professional photographer and artist.

Who inspires you the most?Michelangelo and da Vinci. Leibovitz and Scavullo

If a genie granted you three wishes, what would they be?Make world peace profitable.Curb our use of fossil fuels.Teachers, doctors, nurses and moms get paid and are ideal-ized the same as movie and sports stars.

What is your greatest extravagance?Crayons and cameras, cats and fine tea.

What living person do you most admire?The social worker I had when I was 10.

When and where were you happiest?Here in this moment. Even though some days can be real tough, I feel happier every day.

Which talent would you most like to have?I’d like to play the piano.

Who are your heroes in real life?Ordinary people who stand up for their beliefs and the rights of others.

What or who is your greatest love in your life?Art, cats, The Ex, friends, the order varies.

What is it that you most dislike?Bullies, people that don’t listen.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?Producing an art show in Paris, France.

What is your favourite book?The I Ching

What is your favourite meal?Kraft dinner. I’m partial to the neon orange food group.

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Join the Oliver Riding Club this Saturday as it hosts the Children’s Wish ride on Green Lake Road near Wil-lowbrook.

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Ingrid Perkin, the widow of Peter Perkin, gets ready to serve during the memorial tennis tourna-ment in Oliver last weekend.

SOUTHERN OKANAGAN SPORTSMEN’S ASSOCIATION7th Annual Mel Shannon Memorial

Non-Registered Trap Shoot

Sunday, May 15th, 2011Squad Registration: 8:00 a.m.

Shooting Starts: 9:00 a.m.

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Oliver Riding Club hosts ‘Children’s Wish’ ride on May 14

Oliver Riding Club is once again hosting its very successful fundraiser for the Chil-dren’s Wish Foundation with a trail ride.

Children’s Wish grants once-in-a-life-time wishes to critically ill children. Please see the website at www.childrenswish.ca/provincialwishtrailride for more informa-tion on this group and their good work with children.

The Oliver ride will take place on Satur-day, May 14 at the home of Geoff and Janet Neily, 4188 Green Lake Road near Willow-brook. Registration is at 9 a.m. A two-hour ride starts at 10 a.m., and a one-hour ride starts at 10:30.

There is a beautiful, safe trail, lunch for all riders, ample parking, bathroom facili-ties, water for your horses, prizes for top pledge earners (adult and junior) and lots of “loonie” draws and silent auction items for other great prizes.

Last year more than $2,900 was raised, and thanks to the help of local support-ers’ kind and generous donations, all of what was pledged went to Children’s Wish. Pledge sheets can be picked up at many lo-cal businesses or from the website. Pledges over $25 are tax deductible.

For further information or assistance contact Janice Goodman at 250-497-6437 or [email protected]

Each year thousands of Canadian chil-dren between the ages of three and 17 are diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Since 1984, the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada has worked tirelessly to grant exceptional wishes to 16,000 children and their families.

The Foundation has never refused a wish to an eligible child, and with the help of volunteers and generous donors, the group is able to grant nearly three wishes every day. Each wish is an individual adventure, carefully structured to meet the needs of a particular child and family.

Peter Perkin would have been proud

There was plenty of action last Saturday and Sunday at the first annual Peter Perkin Memorial Tennis Tourna-ment.

Fifteen teams from Oliver and area vied for the honour of having their names inscribed on the winning trophy. All teams honoured one of our fine citizens - Eric Rundle (Pe-ter) Perkin, who passed away on March 2 in Oliver.

Players came from as far north as Williams Lake and as far south as Omak, Washington. The trophy was hand- made by Greg Smith from a tennis-playing elephant that belonged to Peter, and was fixed to a burl from one of the trees recently cut down at the Oliver park close to the ten-nis courts.

At noon on Saturday, a short memorial was held for Pe-ter, who contributed much to the sport of tennis in the val-ley, as a player, a club executive member and as a teacher of the sport.

Peter spent many hours training students from SOSS as well as adults throughout the valley in the finer points of the game. His only reward was that he had more part-ners and opponents to play his game. Peter’s devotion to tennis, and his broad knowledge of the game and its players is legendary in tennis circles.

Peter’s memory will be kept alive with a perma-nent plaque at the Oliver tennis courts that was un-veiled by his widow Ingrid during the memorial cer-emony.

Peter Perkin, an Oliver resident and contributor to his community will be missed by many.


Graham JenkinsonSpecial to the Chronicle


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SPRING YARD SALE!1st Okanagan Falls Girl Guides & Okanagan Falls Beaver Colony’s SPRING YARD SALE. 9 am to 2 pm. on Sunday, May 15th. NO early birds!OK Falls Elementary School field (next to community centre) at 1141-Cedar St.Please drop off good, re-saleable, reuseable items (no junk please) between 8-9 am at this location, or call for pick-up arrange-ment. Tina Doherty, Guide leader at 1-250-497-6426 or Mike Snair, Beaver leader at 1-250-497-6614.All proceeds support unit activities. Thank you for your support. 46f1

ROYAL LEPAGE Shelter Foundation National Garage Sale. 8 am to 2 pm. May 14 in the Oliver Place Mall parking lot. All proceeds go to the local Women’s Shelter and vio-lence protection programs. If you have any gently used (or new) items to donate, please call 250-498-6222 to arrange pick up or delivery. 43c4

WATSON, HILDA1929 - 2011

An “Interment” service will be held for the late Hilda

Watson, formerly of Oliver. Friday, May 20, 2011 at

11:00 am at the Fairview Cremation Section

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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

AUTOS

1) 1992 MAZDA B2600i, ex-cab, 4x4, with canopy. Good for hunting. $2,000 OBO. 300,000 plus kms.

2) 1980 HONDA Custom motorcycle. 750 cc. In great shape, kept indoors. Mo-tor redone last spring. Less than 7,000 kms. $3,500 OBO. Call after 5 pm. 250-485-0258. 45p2

1981 CAMPERIZED Dodge van, good shape 318 motor ALSO 1988 Dodge Ram, 318 motor. Call before 8 pm 250-498-2571. 45p2

EMPLOYMENT

OSOYOOS HUSKY needs - Cook, 3 to 4 afternoon shifts per week. Wages depend-ing on experience. Apply in person to Diane or Reena with resume. 43p42

ATHINA’S DESERT DAY SPA is looking for full time/part time qualified estheti-cians, spa practitioners, and massage therapists to join our team. Must be willing to work hard, set goals for yourself and be self motivat-ed. Students in the esthetics program are welcome to ap-ply. Please drop off resume & cover letter in person at Athina’s. Located at 34214-Hwy 97, Oliver. 45c3

NANAK GHADU needs 1 F/T farm worker from June 20 to Sept 30, 2011. $9.28 hr. in Oliver, BC. Call 250-498-0788. 46mc2

OLIVER RENTAL CEN-TRE is looking for Full/Part time help. Must have driv-ers licence and be available weekends. Male or female, experience is an asset but not a must. Call 250-485-7865. 46c2

Need 2 to 3 full time sea-sonal workers for KHOSA FARM. 2280 Upper Bench Rd. Cawston. $9.28 per. hour. When picking fruit, will price by BC Employment Standards. From May 15 to Oct. 15, 2011. Jobs include thinning, picking, weeding. Call 250-499-9185. 46mc3

F/T MEDICAL OFFICE as-sistant needed for busy fam-ily practice clinic in Oliver, BC. Call 250-485-0359 for further information. 46v2

DESERT HILLS WINERY AND TOOR VINEYARDS needs 2 F/T vineyard man-agers. Starting $15 hr. Eng-lish or Punjabi speaking pre-ferred. Starting immediately. Please fax resume 250-498-3015 or E-mail: [email protected] 46c2

WATKINS PRODUCTSFor more information or a catalogue, phone Inez & Ken 250-498-4450. 40p13

MARY KAY - SKIN CAREFinally, skin care that’s made for you. Call Margaret Ogilvie at 250-498-4020.Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant. Jul01/11

EXCELLENT horse hay. Timothy, orchard grass mix, alfalfa grass mix. $7 per bale. Call 250-446-2080. An-archist Mtn, Osoyoos. 40p9

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 37vtf

SAMSONG DCS Falcon compact phone system. Inc. 6 phones and the brains for 3 lines. Good for small office. $500. Call 250-498-6688. 44p4

MAYTAG W/D, $650. Call 250-498-6744. 45p3

FLY FISHERMAN’S PACKAGE

8’ wooden single man boat.Pkg. includes:removable seat, dual rod holders, new 5’ oars, dimen-sions 8’ x 4’, /60 lbs. Asking price $700. Go fishing today. Call Gary at 250-498-6169. 46p1

BOW FLEX POWER PRO includes “leg attachment”, mint condition. Purchased at $1900. Sell for $700. Call Gary at 250-498-6169. 46p1

FOR SALE - 3 position Lazy Boy style medical lift chair, like new, $700. ALSO wood-en frame futon with 6” mat-tress, like new, $250. Call 250-498-4543. 46p4

MOVING SALE - furniture and household effects. Call 250-498-5511. 46p1

FOR SALE - Coffee table, sofa table, and three end tables (two oval, one round). Excellent condition. Make and offer. Call 250-498-2923. 46v2

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

FOR SALE - beautiful solid wood bedroom furniture: dresser, headboard, and queen size bed. Grapevine motif. Excellent condition $300. Please phone for Saturday viewing 250-295-7187. 46p2

GOLF CART. Gas, good condition. Call 250-498-5171. 46p1

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FREE - 20” Samsung tube TV with remote, works well. Can deliver. Call 250-498-0074. 46f2

FREE - Pool table. Not slate, good condition. Call 250-498-4196. 46f2

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 37vtf

LOST AND FOUND

FOUND - Gold ring at Su-perValu on April 15th. Call 250-498-2636 to identify. 45f2

MANUFACTURED HOMES

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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 Rob-ert toll free at 1-866-766-2214 www.LCMhomes.com 40ctf

REAL ESTATE

FOR SALE BY OWNER. 1-7930 362 Ave. Oliver, BC.Attractive 2 bdrm, 2 bath townhouse on one level. Great location close to all amenities. Central air, gas fireplace, all appliances and window coverings included. Approx. 1200 sq/ft. Low monthly fees. Some restric-tions apply. 40 + and no children. Asking $195,900. Call to view. 250-498-2940. 45p2

NOTICES

FOR SALECHRONICLE DEADLINESCLASSIFIED ADS by 9:00 a.m. Tuesdays(Must be prepaid, cash, Visa or Mastercard)

Email: [email protected]

CLASSIFIED AD RATES:Up to 20 words - $6.00; 20¢ each additional word.

Per column inch $6.00 plus GSTNOTICES: Weddings, engagements birth announcements, cards of thanks, in memoriums, obituaries, and other notices (min. charge) $7.50 plus GST

for 32 words and under. 20¢ each additional word.

Business display advertising rates on application.PHONE 250.498.4416 or 250.498.3711

Fax: 250.498.3966. Email: [email protected] mail your advertisement to:

OLIVER CHRONICLE, P.O. Box 880, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0or drop in to our Main Street office (next door to the Oliver Theatre),

or drop in our door letter slot.CHRONICLE OFFICE HOURS:

Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Advertising Regulations: The Oliver Chronicle reserves the right to classify ads under appropriate headings and to separate therefore and to determine the page location.

The Oliver Chronicle reserves the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisement and to retain any answers directed to the Chronicle Box Reply Service and to repay the customer the sum paid for the advertisement and box rental. All claims of errors to advertisements must be received by the publishers within seven days after the first publication.

It is agreed by the advertiser requesting space that the liability of the Oliver Chronicle in the event of failure to publish an advertisement or in the event of an error appearing in the advertisement as published, shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for only one incorrect insertion for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect or omitted item only and that there shall be no liability in any event greater than the amount paid

Advertisements must comply with the British Columbia Human Rights Act, which prohibits any advertising that discriminates against any person because of his/her race, religion, sex, colour, nationality, ancestry or place of origin or because his/her age is between 44 and 65 years unless the condition is justified by a bona fide require

DISPLAY ADVERTISING (boxed): 12:00 p.m. noon Fridays.

NEWS COPY: 10:00 a.m. Mondays

NOTICES

FOR SALEAUTOS FREE

CROSSWORD AND SUDOKU ANSWERS


1986 - 24 ft. TravelAire Class “C” motorhome. New awning, fridge, roof and air. Other new parts. 109,000 km. $9,500. OBO.Heavy duty electric wheel -chair. Half price, $5,000.4 ft deck lift. Battery oper-ated with charger, hardly used. $3,000. Call 250-498-4453. 43p4

1998 - 8 1/2 ft. CAMPER. Clean, good condition, 3 way fridge, stove, furnace, bathroom with shower. Ask-ing $6,000. Call 250-498-2803. 45v2

2008 23’ SEA RAY SE-LECT, incl trailer, like new, less than 35 hours. Can be seen at Desert Gem RV Re-sort. $35,000. Call 520-709-7160. 45v3

1991 CORSAIR FIFTH WHEEL 25.5 ft. A/C, aw-ning, glass shower doors, skylight, solar reflective win-dows, good tires, gas/elec. W/H (used 2 weeks). Roof vent covers. Asking $6,800 Call 250-498-2992. 45v3

RENTALS

RESIDENTIAL EVICTION SERVICES-

Terminal Bailiffs, Call 250-493-2618.

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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.Available May 1, 2011. Call 250-498-4506. 35ctf

HORSE ACCOMMODA-TIONS, barn, 5 acre pas-ture, 4 paddocks w/ shel-ters, round pen riding ring. $400 month. Call 250-498-7369. 44v4

FOR RENT - 1 BDRM. Large suites, and 2 BDRM. suites. Close to downtown, very nice, freshly redone. Starting at $595 mth. + util. Call 250-498-0232. 40p10

2nd FLOOR CORNER unit condo for rent. Casa Rio, Oliver. $950 mth. N/P. For appointment to view call 403-980-0634 or contact [email protected]. 42vtf

LARGE beautiful 2 bdrm, 2 bath, totally renovated, laminate floors, large deck, fenced yard, 2 living rooms, W/D, dishwasher, A/C. Close to everything. Looking for long-term tenants. $950 month. Call 250-485-7608. 45p4

OLIVER,$950 month plus util, house, rural, 2 bdrm, 1 bath. Avail immed.

OSOYOOS$850 month - plus utilities. condo - 1 bdrm, plus den - Desert Court - Avail. immed. (1 unit left.)

KALEDEN$725 month - util. included. 2 bdrm bsmt suite home - avail. immed.

Amos Realty 35841-97th. St. Oliver, B.C.

Phone 250-498-4844 ONLINE APPLICATIONS

AND UNIT [email protected]

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AVAILABLE IN OLIVER.1) One bedroom plus den, condo in Casa Rio. Views of the fountain. $850 plus utilities. Rent negotiable for good, long term tenant.2) Two bedroom condo in building C of Casa Rio. $900 plus utilities. Rent includes, storage, secure entry, eleva-

COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDSRECREATIONAL VEHICLES

tor, underground parking, exercise and games room. Available June 1, 2011.3) Three bedrooms on the top floor of a home in Oliver. Lovely spacious home with large yard. $850 plus utili-ties. Call Nita Neufield at Royal

LePage South Country Property Management.

For more information on these rentals or properties

available in Osoyoos at 250-498-6222.

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RENTALS RENTALS

1700 sq ft shop in Ok Falls with hoist, compressor, air lines and 400 sq ft bach-elor suite. $1000 month. Call 250-498-7369. 44v4

PARK MODEL trailer be-side a 1300 sq ft shop, $800 month. (will consider rent-ing separately at $500 each) Call 250-498-7369. 44v4

MINI INDOOR storage in OK Falls. Units starting at $50 month + HST. Call 250-488-9076. 44v4

OSOYOOS Long-term ten-ants wanted. newly reno-vated interior. 2 bdrm house for rent. Close to lake with partial view. N/S, N/P, W/D included. $ 875.00 month + util. Call Jay at 250-495-7544. 45v2

3 BDRM HOME, rural set-ting in Osoyoos. 4 appl. N/S, N/P. New paint, flooring & carpet. $700 month + util. Avail June 1st. Call 1-250-860-0224. 45p2

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COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDS

FOR RENT - Avail. June 1. 1 bdrm cabin, 5 km south of Oliver. $450 mth. utilities in-cluded. Call after 6 pm 250-498-4671. 45mc2

1 BDRM COTTAGE in town. $500 month + util. Avail June 1st. Call after 6 pm 250-498-4671. 45v2

36 FT. FIFTH WHEEL. Skirt-ed, with deck. 6 km N of Oli-ver by Jackson Triggs. Ac-cess to OK River. $730 mth. includes utilities and cable. Damage deposit and ref. re-quired. Call 250-495-2872 or cell 250-689-5045. 45v2

3 BDRM HOUSE. Newly renovated. N/P, near Road 3. $800 mth. plus utilities. Call Garry 250-498-6619 or 250-498-9696. 45p2

LOVELY, SPACIOUS 2 bdrm + den, 2 bath condo in Os-oyoos. 1 blk from beach avail. May 1. Laundry rm, AC, 5 app., fplace, tile floors, pool on-site. NS, cat or small dog OK. $875 mth + utili-ties. Call 250-498-4274. 45mc2

2 BDRM suite for rent. Avail-able now. $795 mth. All utili-ties included (A/C, Satellite, Laundry). References re-quired. Phone 250-495-4325 , 250-689-0240 or 250-535-1464. 45p2

WATER-VIEW 3 BDRM, 2 bath, spacious, well main-tained house. Near downtown Osoyoos. Fruit trees, reasonable rent ($850 month.) For mature tenants willing to care for property. 1 year plus lease. Avail. July 1. Call 403-233-8692. 46mc2

TWO BDRM basement suite for rent. $550 mth. Call 250-498-4404. 46v2

4 BDRM. HOUSE. North of Oliver. $1,200 mth includes utilities. Call 250-809-1975. 46v3

1 BDRM. Apartment. 34656-99 St. Oliver, N/P, $600 mth. includes heat. Avail. June 1. Call 250-498-2243. 46p2

2 BDRM. MOBILE. Avail. July 1. Extensive renova-tions, 4 appliances, large covered deck. Yard and beautiful rural setting. 5 min. from Oliver. N/S, N/P. Long term preferred, $750 plus utilities. Call Terry 250-498-5521. 46vtf

FOR LEASE OR RENT - 2,000 sq. ft fruit stand. Cold storage, washroom and new roof. Corner of Road 1 and Hwy. 97 Southwinds Cross-ing. Call 250-485-8205. Ask for Surinder Mann. 46v3

1 BDRM. APARTMENT. Good location in town. $420 mth, plus utilities. Avail. June 1. Call lunch time or evenings 250-498-4332. 46p1

RETAIL SPACE. Approx 1400 sq. ft. Main St, Os-oyoos. Call 250-446-2083. 45v4

SERVICES

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

LINTON BOBCAT AND MINI EXCAVATOR

SERVICE.

Yard and lawn prep., drive-way levelling. Prefer working with the homeowner to de-velop a satisfying and func-tional landscaped area.

Call 250-498-1033 or 250-498-2222.

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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. July 2011

A 1 LAWN CARE- lawns - gardens -

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

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HUTTON’S INTERIOR DECORATING & PAINTING SERVICES Painting, Colour Consulta-tions, Design Services and more.

Call ALLISON at 250-498-6428.

July1/11

SHOEING & TRIMMINGHot & Cold & Corrective.Call Dan at 250-486-6662

for appointment. 45p18

SHAYNE HENRY’S EXCAVATING AND

LANDSCAPING SERVICE.We have everything you need to get the job done! Dozers, loaders, hoe and trucks. Free estimates.

Call 250-499-2208. 38mc8

GREEN UP It’s time for a yard clean up.

From yard cleanups, scrap metal removal, little landscaping jobs to small

renovations. We’ll take care of all your needs for your

yard to be green. 2 reliable local guys work

for reasonable rates.

Call 250-485-8919 Randyor 250-485-3766 Vincent.

43p4

JULIE’S UPHOLSTERYSPRING IS HERE!

Ski-doo, quad & bike seats. Boat interiors, RV’s, auto’s,

household furnishings. Call Julie 250-495-2753www.juliesupholstery.com

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GREEN AS GRASS LAWN MAINTENANCE

Lawn maintenanceFertilizing

Small pruning jobsCall 250-498-6741.

44p18

RODNEY’S HANDYMAN SERVICE

Quality work guaranteed. Painting, tile, laminate

floors, windows, doors etc. NO JOB TOO SMALL.

Call 250-498-2210. 45p4

TESTALINDA EQUIPMENTAgricultural Tractor Parts.

Equipment Welding and Repairs.

[email protected] 250-498-3343.

46c1

DEB’S SEWING SER-VICES

minor repairs, alterations & custom sewing.

Call for appt. 250-498-2116 after 4 pm or leave

a message. 46p4

WANTED

WANTED TO RENT - Edu-cated, hard working couple with two children and two cats, (spayed), looking to rent clean well maintained three bedroom home. We would like to be closer to Ol-

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iver where we work and pro-vide a better environment for our family. Call Lynnda 250-498-2920 or cell 250-859-9244. 46p2

YARD SALES

KIWANIS MARKET 34782-91st 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 Sat-urdays. Please leave a mes-sage, you will be answered. ctf

ROYAL LEPAGE Shelter Foundation National Ga-rage Sale for Shelter: 8 am to 2 pm. May 14 in the Oli-ver Place Mall parking lot. All proceeds go to the local Women’s Shelter and vio-lence protection programs. If you have any gently used (or new) items to donate, please call 250-498-6222 to arrange pick up or delivery. 43c4

YARD SALE. MAY 14 AND 15. 8:00 am to 4:00 pm both days. 36873-79 St. Call 250-498-7060. Upright freezer, $300. Household and more. Everything must go. MOV-ING. 46p1

YARD SALE FOR THE CURE! RE/MAX Wine Capi-tal Realty 9712-356 Ave, Oli-ver. Sat. May 28, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. Treasures old and new - Donations welcome! All proceeds will be donated to Breast Cancer Research. Warm smiles & tasty treats provided by the RE/MAX Re-altors! 46c3

YARD SALE: Friday, May 13. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Located at the back alley of 35616-99 St. Across from Sears. 46p1

MOVING SALE: 36887 - 83 St. New reno materials, ap-pliances, lawn tools and much more. Sat, May 14. 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. 46p1

OBITUARY

Noémia SantanaEstevão Rosa

1925 - 2011

Noémia Santana Estevão Rosa, born on October 9, 1925 in Quar-teira, Algarve, Portugal, received her angel wings on April 28th, 2011 in Osoyoos. She left this world peacefully.

She was predeceased by her dear parents, António João Estevão and Maria da Conceição Santana Estevão, her brother, António João Santana Estevão, and nephew, John-ny Rosa Estevão.

Noémia is missed by Manuel Marceliano Gonçalves Rosa, her beloved husband of nearly 68 years (May 17/43); her dearest sister, Elizabeth Santana Estevão Narciso (Joe); her treasured children, Maria and Rolf Dammel, Clara Rosa, Sandra and Richard Law and Richard and Elva Rosa; her grandchildren, Marnie Mylene (Mitchell), Shawna (Lo-renzo), Justin (Lee-Anne), Jason (Lisa), Jared (Kristen), Jaquelen (Jason), Carol-Ann and Robby; and great grand-children, Sofia, Maya, Noah, Isabella, Angelina, Diego, Rori, Carter, Blake, Josh, Julianna, Roanin, Nevaeh and Steele, as well as many relatives in Portugal.

Noémia, Manuel and their children were one of the first Portuguese families to make their home in Oliver. They ar-rived in 1957 and bought an orchard. Noémia ran their fruit stand in Okanagan Falls.

They retired to Portugal to spend time with their aging parents, built a beautiful home and Noémia created a beau-tiful garden. The children and grandchildren enjoyed many visits with them.

In the last few years Noémia has lived in Osoyoos where she has enjoyed her large family. A memorable family re-union and party in her honour was held for her 85th birthday. During her final days she enjoyed her family, participated in Mass and delighted in the cherry blossoms outside her window.

Noémia, generous of heart and constant of faith, will live on in her descendents and in our memories.

A memorial Mass was held at 11 am, Thurs. May 5th, 2011 at Christ the King Catholic Church in Oliver, BC.

Condolences and tributes 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

Arrangements entrusted toNunes-Pottinger Funeral Service

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

In loving memoryAudrey Eileen Sargent

1922 - 2011

On Monday, May 2, 2011, Mrs. Audrey Eileen Sargent passed away peacefully at Mariposa Gardens in Osoyoos at the age of 88 years.

Audrey will be fondly remembered by her loving fam-ily in Ontario, including siblings, Matthew, Mary, Jim and Leona and families.

Audrey enjoyed a long distinguished career working ad-ministration in various offices in North Bay, ON and in var-ious places in BC. Audrey was predeceased by her spouse, Don Smith.

Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Mariposa Gar-dens for their special care and compassion for Audrey.

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

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COMMUNITY CLASSIFIEDSYARD SALES

LARGE YARD SALE. May 14 & 15. 33668-101 St. Off Road 2. 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Bit of everything, day-care toys, tools, bird cages, generator, household items, antiques, inflatable rafts, fishing rods, kids bikes, tread-mill, misc. camping items and lots more. 46p1

HUGE GARAGE SALE. All of Willowglen subdivision. 36878-87 B St. 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Sat. May 14. Mu-sical instruments, tools, household, etc. 46mc1

OLIVER AMATEUR RADIO CLUB GARAGE SALE. Sat. May 14. Medical Clinic park-ing lot (across from Super-Valu) 8:00 am till ??? Misc. items for sale! 46p1

YARD SALE - FRI. and SAT, May 13 and 14. 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Sawmill Road, 34273. Baby items, misc. and household. Weather permitting. 46p1

BLOOMIN’ YARD AND PLANT SALE. Sat. May 14, 9:00 am - 12:00. Archives building at the corner of 350 Ave. and 97 St. Fundraiser for Communities in Bloom. 46p1

YARD SALE - Books, self help, spirituality, self help, appliances, furniture, gar-den stuff, tools,. Sat. May 14. 8:00 am. 35064-109 St. 46v1

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No. 1 - Find the right model for you: There are many different makes and models of vehicles on the market to choose from. You'll be consider-ing how it looks, colour, comfort and hopefully, its safety features. You'll also want to decide if you need the vehicle primarily for commuting, work or family; and consider other aspects like fuel efficiency, comparable pric-es, resale value, insurance costs and the reliability of the model. Research your options for buying the vehicle - can you buy it outright or would it be better to lease?

No. 2 - Know who you're buying from: Buying from a registered dealer can give you additional peace of mind and you can also check their busi-ness record with the Better Business Bureau. If you decide to purchase a used vehicle privately, make sure you're taking some extra steps to avoid being taken advantage of by a curber (people who sell vehicles without a dealer's licence, which is a requirement of the Vehicle Sales Authority). A sure-fire way to tell if you're dealing with a curber, and not a legitimate private seller, is to search whatever source you're using - whether it's craigslist or the classifieds section of the newspaper - and see if their num-ber is listed with another vehicle. If you go ahead with a private purchase, we also recommend that that the seller accompanies you to an Autoplan broker's office to complete the transfer of ownership.

No. 3 - Take a history lesson: A vehicle history report can tell you a lot about the car you're thinking of buy-ing, like whether it's been in a major crash and subse-quently written off and rebuilt, has any liens on it or if it's flood-damaged. A vehicle's status is one of the most important pieces of information about a vehicle. ICBC's Vehicle Claims History report may include all you need to know but if you want a more detailed report, have specific concerns about the vehicle's history or if its registration shows it was imported from outside of B.C., we recom-mend the CarProof Verified B.C. report. This will give you details on all ICBC claims, plus information from insurers and vehicle databases across Canada and the U.S. You can-compare the two reports on icbc.com.

No. 4 - Give it your own inspection: Since 1981, every vehicle has been manufactured with a Vehicle Identifica-tion Number (VIN) - a unique combination of 17 numbers

and letters used to identify it. You should confirm that the VIN on the dashboard matches the vehicle registration form. Check for signs of tam-pering with the VIN, like loose or mismatched rivets, scratched numbers, tape, glue or paint. You should also inspect the odometer for signs of tam-pering - look to see if the numbers are aligned and that the mileage is consistent with the condition of the vehicle (a car travels an average of 25,000 km per year).

No. 5 - Bring in the professionals: After you've done your own home-work and taken the vehicle for a good test drive on local roads and on the highway, it's time to get a professional inspection done by a qualified mechanic. If you're not sure who should inspect the vehicle then BCAA's standard vehicle inspection is a good choice. Their 143-point visual, in-strument and performance inspection is very thorough.

A little research can go a long way in protecting you when you're buying a used vehicle. Arm yourself with as much knowledge as possible before signing on the dotted line and handing over payment. If at any point along the process something causes you concern, your best option may be to walk away from the sale. Importantly, if a deal on a vehicle seems too good to be true - it probably is.

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B16 Oliver Chronicle Wednesday, May 11, 2011 SPORTS

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Wine Capital of Canada Triathlon runs Sunday

Members of the Wine Country Racing Association (WCRA) are gearing up for the 2011 racing season in the South Okanagan, with a season-opening race on May 15.

The planning is complete and the orga-nizing has been done. The rest is up to the racers and the fans.

Teams have been buzzing in their shops for weeks making changes to engines, building new suspensions, fine-tuning and tweaking any new additions to the cars. But all the racers know this work is for naught without the fans.

The October 3, 2010 “Rumble in the Val-ley” race boasted over 100 drivers and 300 fans. People of all ages, walks of life and both genders filled the bleachers, lined the fences and packed the area lovingly known

as “Redneck Row.” Many favourites from past years as well

as new racers will make a showing in the season opener. Whether you’re the type of fan to bring your lawn chair, fill the stands or be considered among the few and proud in Redneck Row, come early to reserve your best seat. Concessions are on site for the whole family to enjoy.

Richter Pass Motorplex is housed at the Osoyoos Airport. Gates open on Sun-day, May 15 at 9 a.m. Qualifying races be-gin around 11 a.m., with the main event around 1 p.m.

Racers are reminded to come early for registration and tech inspection. An admis-sion fee applies for adults, but children 12 and under are admitted free.

For more information you can go online: www.winecountryracing.ca or call 250-495-3262.

The ninth annual Wine Capital of Persona Oliver Half Iron will take place on Sunday, May 15 in Oliver. This event will see Oliver host more than 300 athletes from around BC, Alberta and Washington State.

The race has become a fixture on the Okanagan triath-lon circuit. It is known for being a family event, having a great course and for its supportive volunteers. The race started in 2003 with 128 athletes.

“The athletes feel very welcome here to both race and train,” said race director Joe Dixon. “It has been nice to see participation in this event as their first triathlon ever and then move up to longer distance races such as the Oliver Half Iron and Ironman Canada. It’s always a pleasure work-ing with the community volunteers and the Town staff to hold a first rate event. We’re a little concerned about weather this year, but if the weather warms up for race week the lake temperature should be fine for race day.”

Local athletes racing this year include Ed and Lorraine Dukes and Lee Mounsey from Oliver.

As the first open water swim triathlon on the 2011 race calendar, the event will see first-timers and experienced athletes racing. The event will host a sprint and Olympic

distance race with the sprint race on Sunday morning. Past winners of the Oliver Half Iron, Tom Evans of Naramata and Kyle Marcotte of Calgary, are slated to square off in the Olympic distance race this year and are the men to watch.

Registration and the pre-race Expo take place on Satur-day at Oliver Parks and Recreation. The race starts at 8 a.m. Sunday with the final finisher expected to cross the fin-ish line at Rotary Beach by 11:30. Following the race, the awards and barbecue lunch for athletes and volunteers will take place at Rotary Beach.

Please note that the transition area for the event will be at road level on 81st street, and this section behind Rotary Beach will be closed to traffic from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on race day.


Racers revving engines for big season opener

Photo contributed

Osoyoos’ Kevin Doyle gives the signal from the burnout box when the cars are set and ready. Volunteers like Doyle make race day possible at Richter Pass Motorplex.

Shana CacholaSpecial to the Chronicle

More than 300 athletes gearing up for big race in our community

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