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South Okanagan Photos

Oliver gets official visit from Lt. Governor

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Lt. Governor Judith Guichon is piped into the SOSS Gymnasium to speak to 500 students

gov oh canadaO’ Canada’ is sung by student Saige Carlson. Piper John Mager saluting at read

gov appreciationThe lieutenant-governor answered questions from students about her position and told them the importance of civil government and what that brings – discussion and voting versus authoritarian governance.

Guichon emphasized the importance of agriculture (her background as a rancher) and a new water act that will be enacted this year. She said as an official duty she will give’ her nod’ to such legislation.

She stressed the importance of education but in answering a question said it was her opinion that the voting age should not change. The Lt. Governor asked for students to think about involving themselves in their community and learning more about what local government is doing.

Students and staff gave her a wonderful response.

gov departureDeparture from SOSS gym. Behind the Lt. Governor, Principal Marcus Toneatto and Mayor Ron  Hovanes.

Walking in front is Sheriffs Service/Inspector Nathan Davies – aide de camp. The Lt. Governor had lunch at the Oliver Seniors Centre and coffee with members of the Royal Canadian Legion-Branch 97 before heading to Penticton on her Okanagan tour.