The Okanagan Regional Library and the Friends of the Oliver Library are co-sponsoring an evening with local author Laurie Carter at the Oliver Branch on Wednesday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m. Carter will present a slideshow based on her popular book “Grandma Wears Hiking Boots”, using humour and personal stories to highlight off-the-beaten-track sites of […]
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Authoritative source – World Heath Organization
Why are Genetically Modified (GM) foods produced? GM foods are developed – and marketed – because there is some perceived advantage either to the producer or consumer of these foods. This is meant to translate into a product with a lower price, greater benefit (in terms of durability or nutritional value) or both. Initially GM […]
RDOS will investigate a GMO free zone in Okanagan Similkameen
The resolution at the RDOS Board Thursday was as follows: THAT the RDOS investigate the establishment of a genetically engineering free zone for the production of edible horticulture products; AND FURTHER THAT research be conducted only in secure, contained environments. AND FURTHER, that the Board request that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency reject the current application […]
Wet
Hard to believe – cherries are ripening
Trama to visit Hester Creek
Trama returns to Oliver on Friday July 6th $35 for lawn – $50 for patio Concert at Hester Creek Join classic rock band Trama in the vineyard as they rock the night away. Sit on the patio or lounge in the amphitheatre with a glass of wine! Start Time 7:00 pm Location Hester Creek Estate […]
Shriners present this Sunday
You are invited to an open house in celebration of Shriners Awareness week – Sunday, June 10th at the Oliver Masonic Lodge, 6159 Kootenay St. Oliver. Starting at 2:00 pm. Please join us for tea, coffee and snacks and viewing of a presentation of Shrine International Hospitals and how Shriners assist children and families to […]