By ROY WOOD Of the nearly one million job openings in BC over the next 10 years, more than a quarter will need to be filled by immigrants, an immigration support group told Osoyoos council this morning. That’s more than 24,000 immigrants a year who will need to be welcomed, trained in a variety of […]
“inconsistent with the official community plan”
Staff with the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen are recommending the board reject an application from a vehicle rental business seeking to operate on land within the Agricultural Land Reserve just southeast of town. Owner Raghvir Dhaliwal is seeking permission from the regional district to use ALR land for the vehicle rental business in a […]
Condolences to the family
Obituary for the late Richard Klaas (Dick) Visser 1938 – 2018 On Monday, November 26, 2018, Mr. Richard Klaas (Dick) Visser of Oliver passed away at the at the age of 80 years. He was predeceased by his parents Klaas and Margaret. Dick will be fondly remembered by his loving wife of 55 years, […]
Handbells playing at new venue for 2018
Helen Wolff and Sue Gay, invite you to enjoy, “Under a Winter Sky” There’s no denying it. Christmas is on its way. The Oliver Handbell Ringers (OHR) are ramping up and getting set to present “Under a Winter Sky” to the Okanagan Valley. Emcee Mal Bearman explains to a crowd of holiday shoppers, “Don’t be confused! […]
Good work Marnie…..
Marnie Larson Newly appointed to Board of Directors CLBC – Community Living BC – a government contract organization for peoples of special needs. Board members provide oversight and guidance in alignment with the Province’s goal to make our province a more accessible and inclusive place for people with disabilities. “I look forward to working with […]
Still time to stock up! on warm alpaca wool! at Sunkeya
Terri and her mom For a bottle of wine – what well known OK Falls house is associated with these two people? First non-family answer before 3pm Sunday