The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) and its partners are pleased to announce the addition of 320 acres (130 hectares) to the Sage and Sparrow Conservation Area in the South Okanagan Similkameen. Now spanning 3,340 acres (1,350 hectares), this conservation area is a world class refuge for many rare and endangered grassland species. Named “Kit […]
Archives for March 2015
25 news jobs to be lost in BC
CBC English Services has announced that it is shedding more than 140 positions in its local news operations as to deal with budget shortfalls. CBC News general manager and editor in chief Jennifer McGuire said the public broadcaster plans to improve content on the internet and mobile platforms by adding 80 jobs. “Where we’re going […]
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New health accord needed
Oliver joins National Day of Action for a new Health Accord on Tuesday, March 31st The Canadian Health Coalition is organizing a rally in Oliver. It will be outside Alex Atamanenko’s Office (opposite the Canada Post Office) at Noon on Tuesday, March 31st. This is part of the National Day of Action for a new […]
Five year gift of $400 thousand
The Penticton Hospital Auxiliary and the Gift Shop at Penticton Regional Hospital have pledged a combined $400,000 over five years to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation for its Patient Care Tower campaign. The Auxiliary has agreed to donate $250,000 with a further $150,000 from the Gift Shop, located in the front lobby at PRH. […]
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Spaghetti fundraiser
Link SALTS – Sailing and Life Training Society March 31st, Tuesday 5:30 PM SOSS Atrium (cafeteria) $5 – Spaghetti Dinner Prizes – loonie auction Fundraiser so that a group of kids can go on a life changing trip-learning to sail a tall ship through coastal waters.
