God of our fathers, known of old, Lord of our far-flung battle-line, Beneath whose awful Hand we hold Dominion over palm and pine— Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet, Lest we forget—lest we forget! The tumult and the shouting dies; The Captains and the Kings depart: Still stands Thine ancient sacrifice, An humble […]
by Rudyard Kipling 1897
by Pat Whalley
LEST WE FORGET It’s that time of year again, we wear our poppy with pride and gather at the Cenotaph to watch the Legion present the colours and the laying of dozens of poppy wreaths. How many of us actually gather there to remember what these symbols really mean. We repeat the words “lest we […]
Remembrance Day – Movie for kids – time change (see below)
9:45 am – Assemble prior to this start time at the Oliver Community Centre for an indoor inter-denominational service 10:30 am – March to the Cenotaph 10:55 am – Cenotaph Service Following Ceremonies – Navy tea presented at the Upper Hall – Oliver Legion Branch and a free show for the kids………… at Oliver Theatre […]
Weekend Weather
Government changes policy on claims to ICBC
The BC Government hopes to save one billion on reduced legal costs on ICBC claims Government has released regulations on the auto insurance product changes announced earlier this year, increasing care for injured people while helping ICBC return to financial sustainability. The regulations establish items including: updated treatment fees and types of treatments covered by […]
Oliver Arts and Crafts – two day event starts next Friday
The season of wonders and good will When the days getting shorter and one thinks of cozy evenings we’re getting ready to wow you out of your comfy couches and lazyboys to this awesome event! Can’t almost believe it that our Oliver community has supported and loves this pre Christmas event for the 42 years. […]