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National park debate reopened Black Press
The provincial government is inviting public feedback on protection options for land in the South Okanagan-Similkameen and is proposing areas to Area 2: Context be considered for a national park. See page 10 to find out where Federal candidates stand on the National Park issue.
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The province has reopened the debate on a national park in the South Okanagan-Similkameen, albeit with some modifications. On Aug. 13, the B.C. government released an intentions paper and invited public feedback regarding protection options in the South OkanaganSimilkameen. The paper details policies related to three distinct areas in the region. The province is proposing a large area, west of Osoyoos and south of Highway 3 to the U.S., be considered by Parks Canada for inclusion in a South Okanagan National Park Reserve. Likewise, part of the White Lake basin and extending down past Willowbrook, west of Hwy. 97, is also being put forward for national park status. Between them, the two cover several protected areas, including the White Lake Grasslands, Spotted Lake, the Osoyoos Desert Centre and the South Okanagan Grasslands Protected Area sites of East and West Chopaka. A third area, covering west of Oliver towards Cawston, and north of Highway 3 to the southern border of the White Lake Grasslands, is being recommended as a conservancy under the B.C. Park Act. Gwen Barlee, policy director with the Wilderness Committee, is pleased the province is revisiting the national park concept. Parks Canada concluded its own feasibility study in 2011 and recommended the province adopt at a conceptual level the boundaries for a 284-square-kilometre park, but the federal agency shut down its work when the B.C. government walked away from the process in late 2011, giving lack of public support as the reason for withdrawing. “There are still many questions that need to be answered, and the park size is smaller than we’d like, but this development is a very positive step forward,” said Barlee in a press release. “We are thrilled to see that the Minister of Environment Mary Polak recognizes the incredible ecological importance of this region and that the provincial government is exploring ways to protect it through a national park designation.” The release also notes that the arid South Okanagan-Similkameen region is one of the four most endangered ecosystems in Canada, and is home to 30 per cent of B.C.’s endangered species, including badgers, rattlesnakes, bobolinks (a type of bird) and burrowing owls. The announcement kicks off a 60-day period for the public to comment on the intentions paper, closing Oct. 12, 2015. BC Parks will review the feedback and publicly post a consultation report, along
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2nd MON: Communities for Kids OK Falls Table Mtg., 2:45 pm at StrongStart Early Learning Ctr., 250-498-8433 for more info. TUESDAY: South Okanagan Toastmasters 7 - 9 p.m. at Best Western in Osoyoos. Call 498-4412, 499-2144. TUESDAY: Bingo at the Senior Citizenís Centre on Willow St. 1p.m. (except last Tues.). 3RD TUESDAY: Legion Branch #227 Gen Meeting 7 p.m. Jack Hill Room, OK Falls. WED. & SAT.: Carpet Bowling 1 p.m. Seniorís Centre. WEDNESDAY: Join the Stroke Recovery Club for stroke survivors and caregivers, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the South Okanagan Similkameen Brain Injury Society office, #2-996 Main Street, Penticton..Call Tina at 490-0613. 1st WEDNESDAY: OK Falls Legion - Ladies Auxiliary General Meeting 1:00 p.m., Jack Hill Room, OK Falls. 3rd WEDNESDAY: OK Falls Womens Institute meeting, Falls Community Centre. Call Betty for more info - 497-6665. THURSDAY: Bridge 1 p.m. Seniors Centre. THURSDAY: Crib 7 p.m. Seniors Centre. THURSDAY: Computer classes 9 a.m. Seniorís Centre. FRIDAY: Arts group painting 1- 3 p.m. FRIDAY: Whist 7 p.m. 2ND & 4TH FRIDAY: A Wellness Clinic is held at the Seniors Centre, on Willow Street, 9 to 11 a.m. Have your blood pressure, heart and weight checked by a retired registered nurse. Open to everyone. 1st FRIDAY: OK Falls Legion - Ladies Auxiliary Dinner and Entertainment 6:00 p.m. After the Meat Draw. 3rd FRIDAY: OK Falls Legion Ladies Auxiliary Steak Fry Dinner 6:00 p.m. After the Meat Draw. FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS: The Okanagan Falls Legion Branch #227 has meat draws from 5:00 p.m. SATURDAY: OK Falls Legion Branch #227, Dinner and Dance 6:00 pm. 1st SATURDAY: Ladies Auxiliary Branch #227. Drop in Bingo 1-4 p.m. Jack Hill Room. OK Falls. 3rd SATURDAY: Drop in bingo at OK Falls Senior Centre. 1128 Willow St.
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MONDAY: N.A. meets at 8 p.m. at the South Similkameen Health Centre. MONDAY: Keremeos Bellringers, 7:30 pm, Cawston United Church, for info call Herma @ 499-5292, Joan @ 499-2450. 2nd MONDAY: Similkameen COPS, 7 p.m., Upstairs at the Legion (Legion Hall). Ben Gumm for info 499-0216 4th MONDAY: Orchard Haven - Friends and family council monthly meetings. Making a difference to residential care. MON, WED, FRI: Boot Camp 6 - 7 am, Sim. Rec. Centre. For more info call Annette 499-2238 TUESDAY: Tumble Bumble, 10:00 - 11:30 am upstairs at the Legion Hall. AGes 0-6. For info 250-499-2352 ext. 106. TUESDAY: Every 2nd, Caregiver Group, Activity Room, Orchard Haven 1:30 - 3 p.m. For info 499-3020 TUESDAY: AA Meetings, 7:30 p.m., in the Health Center Activity Room, info call Diane 499-1177 TUESDAY: Handguns 5:30 pm Fly Tying/22 Shoot, 7 pm, KCSA (KCSA) Club House. More info call 250-499-7027. WEDNESDAY: Mother Goose 10:00-11:30 am, Strong Start at Cawston Primary. Ages 0-6. For info 499-2352 ext. 106. WEDNESDAY: Qigong exercise 9 a.m. Cawston Church Hall. 499-7852 for information. WEDNESDAY: Kyokushin Karate at Legion Hall from 5 - 7 p.m. Phone Lyle for info 292-8565. WEDNESDAY: Diabetes Clinic, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Similkameen Health Centre. RN & Reg. Dietitian in attendance. Dr. referrals or self referral. Appts. necessary. Phone 1-800-707-8550. WEDNESDAY: Keremeos Search & Rescue meetings, 7 pm, little brown building behind the Village Office. 1st THURSDAY: South Similkameen Museum Society Meeting, 7 pm, at the Ecumenical Church in Keremeos THURSDAY: Tumble Bumble, 3:00 - 4:30 pm upstairs at the Legion. Ages 0-6. For info 250-499-2352 ext. 106. THURSDAY: Positively Pregnant, 10:00 - 11:30 am at the Family Centre. For info 250-499-2352 ext. 106. THURSDAY: AA meetings at 7:30 pm Health Centre activity room. Info. call Eleanor 499-5982. THURSDAY: KCSA Monthly meetings the last Thursday of each month at clubhouse 7:30 p.m. THURSDAY: Afternoon dances at the Keremeos Seniors Centre from 1:30 - 4 p.m (starts in October). Whist 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm THURSDAY: Similkameen Adult Badminton Club, Oct. 16th to Dec. 18th, 7 pm to 9 pm, For more info call Manfred at 499-5290. THURSDAY: Weight Watchers, 5 pm, Elks Hall. More info call Sarah at 250-499-2878. THURSDAY: Learning about Stroke by the SOSBI. FREE Starting April 24th. Call 250-490-0613 for more information. FRIDAY: Keremeos TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 9:00 a.m. at the Health Centre. Call Georgina at 499-0202 FRIDAY: Elks and Royal Purple bingo. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. FRIDAY: Keremeos Seniors Centre Bingo, 1:00 pm. - THURSDAYS until October. SUNDAY: KCSA Trap Shooting, 11:00 am to ?, Weather permitting. SUNDAY: AA Meeting at 10:00 am in the Health Center Activity Room. Info call Eleanor at 499-5982. 3RD SUNDAY: Legion General Meeting. 2:00 p.m. Keremeos Legion Hall. 3rd MONDAY: Kars Under the K Meeting, 7:00 pm, Meeting Room at Health Center, Call Marcel Morin for info 499-7775. 2nd TUESDAY: Can-Do General Meetings. Everyone Welcome. Phone 499-2420 for more information. 1ST WEDNESDAY: Regular meeting of the Keremeos Seniors Centre, at 2 p.m. Keremeos. 1ST & 3RD WEDNESDAY: Search & Rescue meet 7-9 p.m., 8th Ave. & 4th St. Call 499-6067 or 499-5429. 2ND WEDNESDAY: The Similkameen Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. at the Keremeos Seniors Centre, 2ND AND 4TH THURSDAY: The Royal Purple Lodge meets at 1:30 p.m. at the Elks Hall. Info: 499-7073. LAST THURSDAY: KCSA Club meeting. 1ST AND 3RD THURSDAY: The Keremeos Elks meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Elks Hall. 1ST SUNDAY: Jam Session. Keremeos Seniors Centre. 1 p.m. Everyone Welcome. Starts in September. 499-0112.
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South Okanagan Toastmasters is Alive in Oliver Toastmasters is for everyone, start now with your communication and leadership development. We meet Tuesdays, 7:00 pm at 5876 Airport St. Call Bill at 250-485-0006 or email stillbill938@gmail.com
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TUESDAY: Once a month Soup and Sandwich. Hedley Seniors’ Center on Scott Ave. THURSDAY: Library 2 pm - 7 pm Hedley Seniors’ Center, free computer use. 1ST MONDAY: Hedley Heritage Museum meeting, 6:00 p.m. at the Museum, Everyone welcome to attend. 2ND SUNDAY: Pancake Breakfast, Hedley Seniors’ Center, 8:00 am to 10:00 am. 3RD MONDAY: Monthly meeting at Seniors’ Center, 2 pm. 3RD MONDAY: Community Club meeting at 7 pm at the Club. DAILY: Coffee & good conversation at the Seniors’ Center 6:30 am - 8 am. Every Mon./Wed./ Sat. Exercise at 9 am. SUNDAY: Church Service at 9:30 am, Hedley Grace Church. SUNDAY: Hedley Farmers Market 9-1, July - Oct. DAILY: Hedley Heritage Museum open daily 9am - 4pm, Daly Ave. TUESDAY & THURSDAY: Exercise at 9:00 am.
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Storms wreak havoc on Hedley, Olalla residents Review Staff
Storms took down limbs, whole trees, power lines and even caused fire in two smaller communities in the valley last week. Around 5 p.m. Thursday a storm blasted through parts of Hedley. High winds and heavy downpours caused damage throughout the small community. The largest damage came from a tall Manitoba Maple falling on a home on Webster Street. The giant tree was uprooted but luckily its branches broke its fall as it landed on Hedley resident Lynn Wells’ home. Wells was home with her dog at the time the storm came through. “I tell people that, at last, I have what every child wants: a tree house (or a house in a tree). It was a huge tree that was uprooted in the wind storm last night. Fortunately, the only serious damage appears to be to the tree. The house is okay, and Tobi and I are okay. We are
lucky,” Wells said in an email to the Review. The tree was professionally removed over the weekend. About 24 hours after the storm hit Hedley a similar sudden storm ripped through Ollala. High winds caused a tree to blow over and fall on power lines. Keremeos fire chief, Jordy Bosscha said the incident could have turned tragic very quickly. “When we arrived on scene some of the local people were squirting water on the power lines and the lines were still alive. This could have turned out very badly,” he said. Bosscha said he understood the fire department was delayed arriving because members weren’t available and that residents were just trying to help. But, he cautioned residents from putting water on live wires as they could end up electrocuted. “We don’t even attack a fire until
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A Manitoba Maple tree was uprooted during a wind and rain storm that hit Hedley late last week. A similar storm also caused damage in Olalla the next day.
we know for sure that the power has been cut off. We need that confirmation from Fortis. It’s best for people to stay 10 to 15 metres away
for their own safety.” Fire crews were on scene at the fire on Hwy. 3 for about three hours.
Detours were set in place for several hours so fire and hydro workers could work.
Hartfield makes community proud in BC Ambassador competition Tara Bowie Review Staff
Téa Hartfield is a winner in the community’s eyes. The 17-year-old Olalla resident competed in the BC Ambassador competition last week in Merritt. Although she didn’t come home with a new crown, she brought back many new memories and friendships. Sherri Philpott-Adhikary the organizer of the Keremeos Ambassador program had glowing remarks about Hartfield’s effort during the week. “We were so proud of Téa’s speaking abilities during speech night on Friday. Her personal speech was about Everyday Heroes and she certainly could relate to what it was like to work as a firefighter first hand. For her community speech, she dressed in a time period costume from the Grist Mill and carried a basket on her arm. She gave a vivid tour of Keremeos and the surrounding area making it easy for us to picture what it would be like to tour through the area. On pageant night Téa was poised and sophisticated in her evening wear and answered her impromptu question to the best of her ability. Three BC Ambassadors were crowned that evening. Unfortunately Téa was not selected but she still came away a winner. It takes a lot of hard work and confidence to run for the title and it is a learning process for all those who get involved. As the first Keremeos and Area Ambassador to run for the BC title, Téa Hartfield made us proud and gives future Keremeos and Area Ambassadors something to aim for.” Hartfield was among Keremeos’ first batch of ambassador’s when the program started in 2014. Although disppointed she wasn’t able to bring the crown home to Keremeos, Hartfield was grateful for all she experienced in her run for BC ambassador. “I may have not won but it was quite the experience. I have gotten to know eight wonderful people and
three great representatives for 2014. I will never forget all that I have learned and the things that made me grow as a person and as a representative for my community. I gave it my all and at least I can walk away knowing I did the best I could,” Hartfield said. Hartfield was the youngest of the nine candidates. During the gruelling weeklong competition, Hartfield recited two speeches from memory. The first was about volunteer firefighting and the other about the community at large. Hartfield is currently a student volunteer firefighter with the Keremeos fire department. The busy teen also works at the Grist Mill and Gardens and has a part time cleaning job. She also prepared a community table, which was on display in the Merritt Civic Centre for the week. Included in the table was a replica of the red bridge, Hartfield made herself, information on the Similkameen, and items from local businesses and wineries. Hartfield was sponsored by the Keremeos Fire Department and the Grist Mill and Gardens. She told the Review in a previous interview that one of her favourite things about running in the BC Ambassador program was being able to meet more people in the community and explain what the program offers youth. “People have been so supportive. Once they get to know what the program is all about they understand how it makes a difference and are glad we’re getting involved,” she said. “It’s been a great experience.” Throughout the process Hartfield has learned a lot about public speaking, time management, community involvement and the history of the area. This year she will attend Grade 12 at Similkameen Elementary Secondary School and plans to go on to post secondary education and take aesthetician studies.
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Téa Hartfield stands with her community table at the Merritt Civic Centre during the week-long BC Ambassador competition.
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If you are “gone fishing” you’d better be at a lake It’s pretty frustrating – watching someone break the law while knowing there isn’t anything you can do about it. That happens every day if you keep an eye on the Similkameen while driving along Highway 3. Despite a provincial ban on angling implemented in June to protect fish populations stressed by high temperatures and low water flows, people continue to pull trout out of the river. At least they are trying. Enforcement of the ban falls to the conservation office. It isn’t reasonable to expect an officer would travel to Keremeos to investigate unauthorized fishing when calls reporting cougars go unattended because of staffing cuts throughout the ministry. It’s probably inadvisable to approach a stranger on the side of the river and inform him or her that fishing is not allowed at this time. (Fishing involves knives, sharp hooks, long whippy poles, etc.) But there is room here for someone to take a leadership role. Possibly there are people living hermit-style with no access to newspapers, television, radio, internet or social media who are unaware the Similkameen has been declared a Level 4 drought zone and that fishing is prohibited. Signage at key river access points – which might reasonably be provided by the province or the regional district – would help ensure visitors from other provinces (or, you know, planets) understand about the drought. In town, gas stations or any place that sells worms might spread the word by posting signs. These Worms Better Be For Lake Fishing. No Fishing In The Similkameen by Government Order. Men and women who enjoy fishing and hunting are often assumed to be the biggest champions of conservation and responsible wildlife practices. Whether they are passing through or are fulltime or seasonal residents, there are a few bad apples here spoiling the bunch. Sportsmen groups up and down the river can help with education, providing peer support and pressure. The province is clearly relying on the “honor system” to some degree. So let’s see some honor. Fish are one of area’s natural resources. If not managed properly we risk both fish species and the contribution a healthy river makes to the local economy. It’s a hardship to be sure. There are people in the area who live here specifically because of the great fishing. But it’s short-term pain for long-term gain. The valley is not alone. This weekend the Fraser River was closed to salmon fishing from its mouth to north of Hope. Government scientists are estimating a summer run size of 1.15 million fish, down significantly from a forecast of 4.674 million. The potential economic impact for the area is staggering. The impact will only be prolonged if conservation rules are not respected. - AD
With more time, will more voters care? VICTORIA – Several readers took me to task caucus, has warned that Harper’s plan and Mulcair’s for last week’s commentary on the beginning of our long-standing position to abolish the Senate are both long, hot federal election campaign. unworkable, if not unconstitutional. Trudeau has They pointed out, among other things, that there promised changes to the senate appointment process, are substantial cost increases to Elections Canada as but no specifics so far. well as higher spending limits for the parties. And Party policies are being doled out one bit at a thanks to generous tax deductions for political donatime, and the national and local candidate debates tions, taxpayers subsidize all party spending whether may help clarify them. Here are a couple that could they want to or not. use closer scrutiny. TOM FLETCHER That’s the system as it is today, so rather than rail Harper has promised to revive a stimulus proagainst it, it seems more useful to ask what we’re getgram from the 2009 economic crisis, offering a 15 ting for our forced investment in this exercise. per cent tax credit for home improvements between First, more leader debates. The traditional main $1,000 and $5,000. This sounds great if you’re a event organized by TV networks for Oct. 8 appears to homeowner, but does nothing for renters, drives be a bust, with only Liberal leader Justin Trudeau and Green Party up the cost of housing in already overpriced urban markets and leader Elizabeth May expected to attend. Conservative leader encourages more consumer debt. Stephen Harper declined, prompting NDP leader Thomas Mulcair Trudeau has promised an additional $2.6 billion over four years to say he will only take part in debates that include Harper. for First Nations education on reserves, and accelerated spending Harper, Trudeau and Mulcair have agreed to a Sept. 17 debate on school infrastructure. hosted by The Globe and Mail and Google Canada. This one is to Mulcair has promised to hold a national inquiry into missbe focused on the economy, which should force participants to get ing and murdered aboriginal women. Mulcair and Trudeau both beyond their talking points and pointing fingers. pledge to reverse the Conservative moves to eliminate what’s left On Sept. 28 there will be a debate focused on foreign policy of door-to-door mail delivery, and to extend the age of eligibility hosted by Munk Debates, a charitable foundation. Harper, Trudeau for the Old Age Security pension from 65 to 67. and Mulcair have accepted. May and Bloc Quebecois leader Gilles All of these promises are presented in the most appealing way Duceppe were not invited to either of these. possible by the parties that promote them, and all involve spending The national media have decided that the biggest issue cur- and taxation trade-offs that the parties would prefer not to discuss. rently is the trial of suspended senator Mike Duffy, but this has Another possible dividend from a formal campaign stretching turned out to be a rehash of facts and assertions heard many times more than two months is that more voters will pay attention to the over by those who care. real issues and actually take the time to cast a ballot. If that hapThe expense account abuse has pushed the issue of senate pens, and the long decline in voter turnout is reversed, it’s a good reform to the forefront. Harper declared his intention to starve the investment. Senate by refusing any more appointments, after most provinces ignored his call to elect their nominees. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Trudeau, having expelled all Liberal senators from the party Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Cenotaphs a reminder that vigilance is still needed Art Martens livingsignificantly.ca
Hedley is preparing to commemorate a nearly forgotten but significant piece of its history. On August 22nd citizens of the Similkameen Valley will assemble at 1:30 pm for a ceremony at the Cenotaph on Scott Avenue. The purpose is to remember the 17 Hedley men who departed from this very spot on August 24th, almost exactly100 years ago, to enlist in the Canadian military. Those who enlisted before and after this date will also be remembered. Except for the diligent research of Andy English and Jennifer Douglass, this event would have continued to languish in the dust bin of history. Very likely all of us living in Hedley have walked or driven by the Cenotaph numerous times without thinking about what it represents. The men who enlisted were in the prime of life, holding good jobs or owning a business. Some lost their lives defending the privileges and freedoms we have today. Privileges and freedoms we assume will always be here for us to enjoy. It is troubling that as a society we are so willing to forget the lessons of the past and be lulled into a state of complacency, blithely believing others will attend wisely to the affairs of our community and nation. The 17 men who departed Hedley that day, and those who went later, accepted responsibility for defending the well being of this nation. Today the world is a much more complex web of politics, economics, religious dogmas, etc. Because we are not at war, it’s a significantly greater challenge to recognize the dangers that beset our pleasant way of life. The majority of us apparently are too preoccupied with our own affairs to give time to understanding the serious, sometimes hidden issues that confront our communities and our nation. A nation is endangered when the citizens are not alert or aware. While we doze, those in power
forge ahead, making decisions and laws that will impact us. One example of this is the Conservative government’s participation in the secretive, far reaching twelve nation Trans Pacific Partnership negotiations. The government website lauds the hoped for agreement as being favourable for job creation and strengthening the economy. The website does not honestly or satisfactorily address concerns being raised by many in the twelve nations. Wikileaks reports that some MPs have not had access to the deal, and advisors who have received the required clearance face jail terms if they reveal details of the agreement. The Council of Canadians warns that “the U.S. is using the TPP to push for excessive patent protections guaranteed to make medications much more expensive in Canada.” In its proposed form the agreement will dictate when a company or investor should be compensated if a country’s environmental or public health policies interfere with profits. Sujata Dey of the Council of Canadians, says under the TPP, Canada Post, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, and other public entities would have to be privatized and become “for profit” corporations. According to Dey, “the essence and mandate of our crown corporations are being traded away in favour of private corporate profit”. The TPP would put a screen on all environmental policies to ensure they do not hurt trade or investment. Legislators in seven of the twelve nations have called on the parties to publish the draft text of the agreement, and allow sufficient time for legislative scrutiny and public debate. In Canada the NDP and Green Party have endorsed this statement. Unlike the enemy that threatened the world when the Hedley boys marched off to war, today’s foes are often unseen forces. Powerful multi-national corporations want to
Hedley heroes will be remembered at the Cenotaph August 22.
use the Trans Pacific Partnership to control the internet, our medical system, the government’s tax system, our banking system, and much more. Fortunately in the recent meeting at the end of July, negotiators were not able to reach
an agreement on the TPP, so it may still be scuttled. The Cenotaphs in our communities are a reminder not to forget the courage and sacrifices of an earlier generation. They can also remind us that today there exist insidious
forces in our midst. Forces that are committed to disembowelling our government and the institutions we rely on for the way of life we hold dear. We need to be alert and aware.
ted my shoulder. “Well, we are getting to that age when people around us are liable to pass on any day.” Strangely, that thought wasn’t altogether comforting. A friend who lives on the coast emailed specific instructions to stop reading the online obits from our old hometown. Can’t help it. They are addictive and the first thing I click on over morning coffee. Spending a lifetime in the newspaper industry gives one great appreciation for the importance of obituaries. It’s what every journalist committed to quality reporting wants to hear: “The paper? Oh yes I take the paper for the obits and the Word Jumble.” One memorable day in Woodstock, Ontario a woman stomped into the office to complain there had been no obits in the paper for three days running. “I only subscribe to this newspaper for the obits. I’m not interested in all these
sports. If you aren’t going to run obits anymore I want a refund.” We made a couple of quick calls to the local funeral homes to make sure in the age of centralized ad bookings we hadn’t missed anything (It was known to sometimes happen.) We then informed our customer that, sadly, for three days no one in the city had died. And we promised to try to do better. This past weekend was another occasion for lonely and reflective feelings when a beautiful young woman in Paris, Ontario – someone who grew up around my dining table and is an important part of our surrogate family – was married in what according to Facebook was a moving ceremony followed by a lively party. I won’t go home for funerals. But a visit is in order soon. I’d like to kiss the bride while we are both still alive.
Two funerals and a wedding – one year in the valley It’s been just over a year since the pioneers of the DeMeer family arrived in The Similkameen Valley. First impressions were overwhelming. We were enchanted. Stop writing columns about loving it here, my eldest son admonished. You sound like a suck-up. Couldn’t help it though, enthusing about our new home. There were no mountains back in the centre of the universe. There are a few skill hills in southern Ontario, and locals like to call them mountains. That seems very silly now. The difference in the daily commute is out of a dream. Imagine driving on an eight-lane highway, weaving in and out of traffic with your knuckles white on the steering wheel, and suddenly you’re cruising along the banks of a beautiful river, dodging the occasional mountain goat Southern Ontario has fruit and
wine – the Niagara district is quite proud of its efforts. But it all tastes better in the Similkameen. During our first weeks and months here people frequently inquired how we were settling in and I repeated the same thing over and over. “Love it. Never going back, not even for funerals. Meh – if they die they die.” It was half-a-joke and only partly based on our family’s feelings about its new community. It’s futile, the urgency to participate in death rites. Several years ago Mr. DeMeer’s grandmother died and his sister flew home from Edmonton for the funeral. That just didn’t make sense. The right time to travel home to visit grandma is before she dies, not after. If there were some practical way to help, that would be understandable. Failing the ability to raise the
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National park paper receives applause To the Editor: On August 12th the Province of British Columbia took an innovative and well-thought out approach to protecting key parts of our critically endangered ecosystem and the endangered species that live there. We have advocated long and hard for the establishment of the South Okanagan National Park Reserve and recognize that, although there is a strong majority of support for the park, there remain some voices of
dissent. We feel that Minister Polak has developed an approach that could result in outcomes that could work for everyone. We will be responding to their Intentions Paper and encourage others to do the same. The paper is worthy of consideration by everyone. Doreen Olson Coordinator, South Okanagan Similkameen National Park Network (SOSNPN
Pensioners want waffling on retirement to end this election To the Editor: This election, retirees across Canada are asking Members of Parliament and candidates, and all Canadians, to make sure the next Government of Canada honours its promises and commitments to retirees, and to all Canadians on retirement income security. Employees played by the rules: They served their employers with honour and dedication during their careers. An employer that has benefitted from the services provided by retired employees should not be allowed to go back on the promises and commitments made to those pensioners. Retirees do not have the ability to bargain in retirement; they do not have the leverage that employees have and many do not have the option to earn other income. Their retirement income security cannot be left to the whims of
employers and policy makers. A pension is a promise and a commitment: Employees provide their service and employers compensate them. That compensation includes pensions. Pensioners trust their employers to keep their side of the agreement – to honour their promise. Canadian retirees deserve retirement income security. The best security we can give them is legislation to ensure that no employer, public or private, can go back on the pension promises made to people once they are retired. I urge citizens to ask candidates in the upcoming Federal Election, to take a stand on the issue of Pensions and support retirees in our communities.
The Testalinden Creek wildfire, burning approximately seven kilometres south of Oliver, is now estimated at 1600 hectares. Airtankers, seven helicopters and 98 firefighters continue to work towards establishing containment.
Smoke expected to blanket area Smokey skies are in the forecast. The Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen issued a release Tuesday evening preparing residents to expect increased levels of smoke from the Testalinden Creek fire on Kobau Mountain. Areas near Keremeos, Cawston, Nighthawk and Chopaka may see visible flames on the top of the mountain as it potentially crests the slope. At the time of the release there was no foreseeable risk to homes anywhere in the Similkameen Valley or outside existing Evacuation Alerts areas. All residents and recreational users are asked to remain away from the Kobau Mountain uplands area from Highway 3 to Fairview Road. An area restriction has been placed on Kobau Mountain and the public is asked to stay well away until such time the fire is entirely put out. Anyone with health concerns related to smoke can visit www.interiorhealth.ca or call 8-1-1 for Health Link BC. Additional Information
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Hundreds of endurance racers took off from Cathedral Park last week as part of Fat Dog 120. Hosted by Mountain Madness, the Fat Dog 120 is a challenging trail race travelling point to point through provincial parks and recreation areas between Keremeos and Manning Park. There are 6 events: 120, 70, 50, 30 miles, and a relay with 9 legs covering 120 miles. This race has something for everyone from ultra runners to relay enthusiasts and is considered to be one of the toughest ultras in the world by Outside Online Magazine.
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Harker’s recognized with national food award Review Staff
Like most heroes the Harker family feels uncomfortable taking credit for doing things that they do simply because they think “it’s just the right thing to do.” They also think there are many others out there doing similar things that deserve recognition. But the work that’s being done on-and-off the fifth generation farm makes a tremendous impact locally and globally and that’s why the Harker family recently received a Canadian Food Hero recognition by Slow Food in Canada. “It’s pretty cool. The Slow Food organization is amazing. It’s really about everything we stand for and it really looks at things globally. We’re really glad to be a part of it,” Sara Harker said. “The Slow Food organization is something we believe in and we hope continues to grow in this area.” The Canadian Food Hero recognition is given each year by Slow Food in Canada to individuals who protect, defend and promote sustainable, good, clean and fair food by actively and positively contributing to a healthy food system, preserving the rich culinary history of their region, whether they are growers, harvesters, writers, entrepreneurs or activists.
Harker’s Organics packs and sells fruit for over 30 organic farmers in the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys and ships directly to customers such as Whole Foods. They also deliver fresh organic produce to 30 restaurants in the Okanagan. Several years ago they started a pilot program with BC Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation to increase the amount of organic produce being served to BC schools. Troy and Sara Harker were the official recipients of the award but Sara Harker said it’s only because of current and past generations the farm has been able achieve its goals. “It’s the whole Harker family not just Troy and I. It’s a legacy that’s been passed down,” she said. Other winners of the recognition this year include Rachel Engler-Stringer (Saskatchewan/Prairies), Pamela Cuthbert (Ontario), Scott Whitelaw (Nova Scotia), Nancy Hinton and François Brouillard (Quebec). Slow Food is an international nonprofit organization funded by its members in 150 countries. There are over 100,000 members in 1,500 convivia. Slow Food’s cultural, environmental and social mission is the recognition of the central role of good, clean and fair food. For more information: www.slowfood.com.
Regional rail trails get tourism boost Black Press
A strategy to promote cycling on the rail trails is being developed by the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association. “The centrepiece of the rail trails tourism strategy will be the Kettle Valley/Columbia and Western Railway rail trails routes that form the basis of the Trans Canada Trail throughout the region. TOTA believes the trails have the potential capacity to elevate the tourism experience in both large and small communities situated along the trails. “The team at TOTA continues to work with the stakeholders in developing world-class tourism activities, products and facilities,” said Michael Ballingall, chair of TOTA. “Outdoor recreation, soft adventure and specifically the development of the regional rail trails product offer the opportunity
for tourism expansion in non-peak periods and provide tourism stakeholders and communities of various sizes the opportunity to participate and build their businesses along the rail trail lines.” “A tourism strategy of this nature is critical to the success of developing the rail trails of our region into a viable tourism product offering. The team that has been assembled to lead this process has extensive background in developing comprehensive strategies that produce results,” said Glenn Mandziuk, president and CEO of TOTA. The consultation is scheduled to be completed by late fall 2015. TOTA is working on the strategy in association with Destination BC, Recreation Sites and Trails BC, Trans Canada Trail Society the B.C. Cycling Coalition and the Cyclo Touring B.C. Program.
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It’s a date-night kind of place. Nick and Renee Goreas, along with Alexandra and Ashley, take pride in offering Princeton a restaurant that satisfies casual fine dining expectations with homemade dishes created from scratch, many of them based on traditional recipes and created with locally-sourced ingredients. That’s the secret behind the popularity of Little Creek Grill. Renee laughs, “I think the only item we serve here that we don’t make ourselves is the ketchup. We try to make everything in-house.” The Goreas family has a long dining history with the town, as Nick’s father operated a restaurant named Santos for many years. After a tenyear break, the family decided to return to its roots and start fresh in Princeton with Little Creek Grill. The new restaurant opened at the corner of Bridge Street and Highway 3 in May 2014 and immediately became a
destination for diners looking for something special. Nick is helped in the kitchen by André Robert, of Hedley. “He’s an excellent a chef,” says Renee. “André brings a lot of different ideas to the table.” Indeed, daily specials at Little Creek Grill range from homemade corn chowder to more adventurous fare such as grilled catfish with blackened caper sauce. Regular menu favorites at Little Creek Grill include handmade pizzas, Calamari and lamb chops. The desserts are rated “to-die-for,” and the white chocolate cheesecake seems to fly off the shelf. The restaurant also offers popular gluten-free dishes and it serves only Okanagan wines. “It’s senseless to me to serve an international wine when we have such beautiful wines right here.” Visitors to Princeton often express surprise and appreciation after stumbling across a meal at Little Creek. “They say ‘Wow, we didn’t expect to
find this here.’ We hear that a lot,” says Renee. However, she quickly acknowledges it is local customers who provide the restaurant with its bread and butter. “We’re here in business because it’s the local clientele that keeps us going when it’s not tourism season,” she says, noting Little Creek’s first winter season was a busy one with special events, post-Posse nights and Christmas parties. “You know you are from a small town when you pick up the phone and you know who it is because you recognize their voice and you know how they like their steak done or what they are going to order for take out.” During summer months Little Creek Grill is open Tuesday and Wednesday from 4 p.m. till close, and Thursday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to close. For reservations or take out call 250-295-6644.
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Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola
Candidates speak: With a federal election on the horizon the Review went to the candidates to see what their thoughts were on the BC government’s newly released intentions paper regarding possible park lands and conservancy in the South Okanagan/ Similkameen. Here are their answers.
In light of new information from the BC government intentions paper, where do you stand on establishing a National Park reserve in the South-Okanagan Similkameen? What are your thoughts about the areas proposed by the province in the Proposed Land Protection Framework?
Dan Albas Conservative Party of Canada Candidate
Rob Mellalieu Green Party of Canada Candidate
Karley Scott Liberal Party of Canada Candidate
Angelique Wood New Democratic Party of Canada Candidate
The Province of BC is visibly trying to find a compromise that is more acceptable to local interests and stake holders in what has become a divisive issue. Clearly hearing back from citizens and impacted groups during the consultation period is critical to ensure there is a consensus for a workable solution. From my perspective I support parks and conservancy areas in general and see merits to this proposal. That said Government must also look at financial costs involved from potential First Nation land claims, mineral rights, timber rights, grazing, private property and other interests that can be significant.
The Green Party wants to preserve wilderness and protect fragile ecosystems. The Southern Interior Grasslands need protection. Provincial authorities, mainly acting on complaints, struggle to prevent noisy power sport vehicles from churning up the grasslands and oppressing wildlife. Various groups enthusiastically favor Parks Canada taking charge of the sensitive grasslands. Others feel they developed a pretty good plan through the LRMP (Land Resource Management Plan). I’m not yet convinced that putting Parks Canada in charge of preserving and protecting the local grasslands ecosystems is the best prospect. Let’s see what the Province comes up with this time round.
I support efforts by the Provincial Government and the Okanagan Nation to protect and preserve the unique diversity of the South-Okanagan. Any efforts must include Indigenous, provincial, federal and municipal leaders working in collaboration to ensure support and the best chance of conserving and protecting the area well into the future. One of my primary goals if elected is to develop strong relationships with Provincial, Indigenous, Municipal and community leaders so that we may work in collaboration to address serious issues such as our environment. The SouthOkanagan is unique to our province and our country. It is our obligation to work together to ensure that we can all enjoy what it has to offer today, and protect it for future generations
My thoughts: The province has gotten it right and taken the project out of a binary yes/no by acknowledging the complexities of diverse users, animals and land stewards. Conservation of a very fragile and endangered ecosystem seems closer, but not at the cost of ranching and other recreational uses.
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with final recommendations in early 2016. In the government’s news release, Polak is quoted as saying the government is committed to exploring a variety of options to satisfy the varying interests in this diverse region. “Our intent with these proposals is to protect significant geographic and cultural values, while providing recreation and tourism opportunities,” said Polak. Greg Norton, a fruit grower in the Oliver area and a member of the Grasslands Park Review Coalition, said he was “a little shocked” to hear the province was returning to discussion of the national park concept. “There is a lot to the document. It’s a bit early to make any definitive comments, but what I see in that document is more questions than answers,” said Norton, who added that he remains opposed to any form of a national park, of any size. “We have always said the Land and Resource Management Plan should be the
basis of future development. That was a four-and-a-half year provincial exercise with all the stakeholders involved and consensus was reached,” said Norton. “But, it is a consultation process, it’s not the final word.” Linda Larson, MLA for BoundarySimilkameen, said in a statement that she requested the Minister of Environment to direct staff to look for solutions on the process that many thought remained unfinished surrounding environmentally sensitive areas in the South Okanagan. “My concern has always been how to protect the agricultural land and the farmers/ranchers who make a living on this land while still gaining some security from development for the eco-sensitive areas. There are also recreational activities such as hunting and fishing that are part of the local culture and history. These discussions have been ongoing between myself and the Minister of Environment since 2013. There are vocal proponents on both sides of the issue but I have always believed there is a middle ground that could possibly
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Election 2015: Politicians pitch to parents Tom Fletcher Black Press
One of a series comparing federal election platforms. Parents are spending the money and feeling the love like never before from parties contesting the Oct. 19 federal election. Prime Minister Stephen Harper expanded his favoured approach of direct payments, increasing the Conservative government’s child care benefit plan that has been compared to the former Family Allowance. The increase was set up to produce bonus cheques to eligible parents in July, retroactive to the start of the year. Payments went up from $100 to $160 a month for each child under six, with a new $60 payment for those aged seven to 17, payable to families regardless of income or method of child care. Liberal leader Justin Trudeau responded by promising a modified version that would phase out the benefit for high-income families and increase payments for the rest. Building into its calculations a proposed income tax cut for middle and low-income people, the party estimates a two-parent family with an W ATM NO LE! B A L I A AV
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income of $90,0000 and two children would receive $490 a month tax free, compared to the Conservative program of $275 a month after taxes. The Liberals calculate that a single parent with $30,000 income and one child would receive $533 a month, up from $440 under Conservative child benefit and tax rules. NDP leader Thomas Mulcair has offered to retain the Conservative payments and expand Quebec’s subsidized daycare program across the country, with a maximum payment of $15 a day and a long-term goal of creating one million new spaces across the country. Mulcair has said the Quebec program allowed 70,000 mothers to return to the workforce, and the NDP program would be available to private daycare operators as long as they are independent and not “big box” operations. Green Party leader Elizabeth May is also offering a universal federallyfunded child care program, including support for workplace daycare through a direct tax credit to employers of $1,500 a year. The Green Party also wants to appoint a national children’s commissioner to advise government on policy.
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Grist Mill Gang celebrates Similkameen history There are still spots available for nine to 14 years olds and for older teen and adult volunteers at next week’s Summer Theatre Camp at The Keremeos Grist Mill. The camp is free. Bob McAtamney of The Cawston Players will lead special theatre games and regular run around games as part of the morning fun. This is the eighth year of Summer Theatre Camp which is funded by BC Gaming in partnership with Similkameen Family Literacy and Lower
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To change a situation it may require taking a risk and changing your habitual thought, belief and action patterns. Are you aware of your habitual patterns? Where do they come from? These are vibrational patterns. Are they inherited, historical, learned, cultural, religious or some other indoctrinated habitual pattern. Ask to see another way of looking or seeing them for your highest good? Can you see outside of yourself at other view points or are you stuck in thinking there can only be one way? What do you need to let go of in other to see openings and opportunities to move forward. How can you let go and move forward in a love and light manner? Love and light technique Filling yourself daily with love and light is a way to increase self -vision and inner harmony. There are different techniques that can be used. Visualisation is an effective technique. See yourself filling up with light like green light, pink light, gold light or whatever colour your intuition is guiding you to. A second effective technique is to see the person you love most in all the world and then allow yourself to feel that way about yourself. This is called activating your heart chakra to fill yourself with love and light. This is a simple technique that can be used in your daily life moment to moment, anytime, anywhere. Just 15 minutes a day practice can be effective. Identify fears Fear is the opposite of love and light. Identify your fears. Then face them head on by using the technique just discussed and replacing fear with love and light. Even if you cannot put words on your fear but you know the feeling that is enough. It is awareness, self honesty and the courage to ask for your fears to be transformed into love and light that calls the Universe into action to make changes in your life. Are you ready for positive change in your life? Negative thoughts and beliefs have the same power to attract and be your reality as positive ones. So if you are prone to negative fearful states in any moment, it is useful to have simple techniques to consciously help yourself in the moment. Allowing yourself be filled with love and light is a powerful technique to practise to create a more positive thought process and life experience. This article is of the copyright of OK in Health and the author; any reproduction, duplication and transmission of the article are to have prior written approval by OK in Health or the authorThese articles are provided by OK In Health eMagazine. To sign up for your free eMagazine go to www.OKinHealth.com for more great articles, events, recipes, and more. This column and articles are provided by OK In Health. Come visit HYPERLINK “http:// www.OKinHealth.com” www.OKinHealth.com Your on-line community events and wellness magazineGet Connected! Sign up for your FREE monthly OK In Health’s E-Magazine.OK In Health - Your Wellness Community at Your Finger-Tips!
If a medicine you are giving a child is particularly bad-tasting, try mixing it with a bit of white grape juice, chocolate syrup or a few drops of peppermint extract. These flavours tend to mask unpleasant tastes. Another idea is to have the child suck on an ice treat like a Popsicle before the medicine. This temporarily numbs the taste buds and makes the medicine seem less yucky.
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Sore muscles and bruises can sometimes respond to applications of arnica. Arnica is an herbal product that’s available in gels, creams and ointments. It has some anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving qualities and has few side effects.
ALLERGY SEASON HELPFUL TIPS
We are in the allergy season and grass pollens are starting to fly. If you are sensitive to these pollens it is helpful to wash your hair each night to get rid of accumulated pollens, dry your clothes in the dryer not oustide on a line and limit early morning outdoor activities when pollen counts are the highest.
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Drug action may be affected by the processes of ageing. As we age, we have more body fat which can affect the duration of action of certain drugs. We have less body water which can lead to higher concentrations of water soluble drugs. Reduced protein in the blood can also affect the blood levels of other drugs. There are many variables that affect how drugs work in our bodies. As pharmacists, we understand these variables and work hard to advise you on the proper way to take your medications and how to minimize any side effects. We would be happy to be your pharmacist.
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27. Sound units 1. Point midway between 29. Relating to the nose W and SW 2. 2011 animated macaw movie 32. Cereal grass 34. Sticky or hot-cross 3. A word element meaning nitrogen 35. Productive land 4. Shot 36. Englut 5. Coasts 39. Apply with short strokes 6. Hill (Celtic) 40. Indian corn genus 7. Decays 43. Stroke 8. Hebrew dry measure 44. Flowed in contrary directions 9. Venice river 46. Comforts 10. Ablaze 47. Point that is one point S of due E 11. Duskiness 49. Shrub fence 13. Enlightened 51. Organ of balance 15. Unnaturally pale 54. Proofreading symbol 17. Acutely insightful and wise 59. CNN s founder Turner 18. French Kiss actressRyan 60. Smallest whole number 21. Alien director 61. Airforce of Gr. Britain 23. Long-tailed rodent 62. A subdivision of a play 24. A way to ingest 64. Exclamation of surprise
PISCES: Pisces, you may know how someone close to you is feeling even before they confide in you. Your intuition is on fire this week. ARIES: Aries, your mind is racing a mile a minute. Although it may be challenging, you have to find a way to slow down and focus on one thing for the time being. TAURUS: Taurus, put some thought into your long-term financial goals. Planning now will help you realize your goals down the road. Don’t put off a meeting with your advisor. GEMINI: Gemini, you will get another crack at an opportunity that recently passed you by. Just be patient and prepare for the chance that awaits you in the near future. CANCER: You need to find ways to relax, Cancer. Schedule time to unwind, whether it is dancing, listening to music or practicing yoga. Make the most of your elevated energy levels. LEO: Leo, you have a lot on your plate at the moment, so shelve some immediate plans you had. Right now you don’t have the time to devote to them. VIRGO: Virgo, continue to work hard and rewards will come to you in the professional arena. Your hard work has not gone unnoticed, and soon this will be made clear to you. LIBRA: Libra, you are anxious to announce plans for a new chapter in your life. But you might want to table your enthusiasm for the time being until these plans are confirmed. SCORPIO: Your ideas carry a lot of weight at your job and within your circle of friends, Scorpio. This week you may be called on to come up with a few new thoughts on getting things done. SAGITTARIUS: Sagittarius, understand that others do not necessarily have your thick skin. Consider your words carefully before delivering some constructive criticism to a friend or loved one. FOR ENTERTAINMENT ONLY
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Kaleden campground owner makes major donation to hospital tower campaign
From barges to helicopters, Douglas Dewar’s business background extends well beyond the picturesque locale of the Banbury Green campground in Kaleden. Dewar has made an incredibly generous $500,000 donation to the South Okanagan Similkameen (SOS) Medical Foundation’s $20-million campaign to provide medical equipment for the new Patient Care Tower at Penticton Regional Hospital. Dewar’s family involvement with the Banbury property extends back to the early 1940s when the lakefront property was purchased by his parents. Living in Vancouver, Douglas’s mother, Amy developed a lung ailment while his father was away during the Second World War. Seeking a drier climate, she came to Penticton and stayed at the old Incola Hotel. “Out of pure boredom, she took up horseback riding. One day she rode down here (to Kaleden) and found Banbury Point.” Captain F.C. Banbury was killed overseas during the First World War and irrigation water to the farm had been shut down. The nearly 70-acre property was basically abandoned. Amy Dewar contacted Banbury’s parents in England and they agreed to sell the Kaleden property.
Construction of the Dewars’ home was completed in 1941. Douglas attended Penticton High School in 1942 and ’43, before he went to live with his grandmother in West Vancouver where he graduated from high school and went onto UBC for five years. Douglas Dewar found employment with the Standard Oil Company in 1952. In 1960, he married Looe Baker, whose father, Ralph Baker, was the president of the company. “I didn’t think that it was a good thing to work for a company where your father-in-law was the CEO,” he said with a laugh. Dewar then went into the oil barge business, serving remote communities and logging camps up and down the B.C. coast. He also became involved with several other companies over the years, including Okanagan Helicopters, which would later become known as Canadian Helicopters (now HNZ). Douglas Dewar served as a company director from 1967 to 1981. He and partner John Pitts eventually acquired control of the helicopter firm even though they only owned about 6.5 per cent of the shares at the time. “In the late 1970s, it became a top 100 Canadian company on the TSX,” he recalled. “When we sold that company, I think we had over
Douglas Dewar, a former Canadian Helicopters director whose family has owned the picturesque property at Banbury Point in Kaleden since the 1940s, has made a $500,000 donation to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation.
100 machines (helicopters).” All the while, Douglas and his family would travel up to Kaleden each summer to stay at his family home at Banbury Point. By the mid-1980s, taxes on the lakefront property jumped dramatically and they opted to open the Banbury Green campground as an additional source of income. The beautiful treed property includes a vineyard and 65 campsites with three full-time year-round employ-
ees. Now retired at age 87 and residing most of the year in the family’s 75-year-old house, Douglas is pleased to donate to the SOS Medical Foundation’s campaign. His mother Amy died in Penticton Regional Hospital in 1960, while his wife Looe passed away at PRH in May 2014. “I believe charity should always begin at home,” he said. “I’m quite happy to spend my money in
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Wilson’s Mountain Road fire threatens the community of Oliver in the South Okanagan. It was 70 per cent contained by Monday.
Drone flyers add to wildfire threat Tom Fletcher Black Press
Forests Minister Steve Thomson called for public assistance Monday to identify those responsible for careless wildfire starts, or unauthorized intrusions into evacuation areas and restricted airspace. The B.C. Wildfire Service had to ground eight helicopters and three fixed-wing aircraft for three hours while battling fires around Oliver Sunday, due to an unauthorized drone flying in the area. Thomson was at Oliver airport when crews were called back from efforts to contain the Testalinden Creek and Wilson’s Mountain Road fires that threaten the community. “You could really see the frustration of the pilots and our wildfire team,” Thomson said. “Ticked off would probably be too mild a term to talk about their reaction. It’s really something that is just not acceptable.” Despite the interruption, the B.C. Wildfire Service estimated the Testalinden Creek fire south of
Oliver to be 40 per cent contained, and the Wilson’s Mountain Road fire just north of Oliver was 70 per cent contained as of Monday. Reports of a video showing a smoker igniting the volatile fire west of Rock Creek have not been confirmed, Thomson said. He asked for anyone with video or other evidence of careless smoking or hazardous activity to contact their local police or the B.C. Wildfire Service (1-800-663-5555 or *5555 on mobile). The Rock Creek fire remained unconfined at about 3,750 hectares Monday, and has destroyed 30 homes. Chief fire information officer Kevin Skrepnek said the fire has not spread significantly since it was reported last week, but with hot days ahead that could change. There were 44 new fires reported Sunday, making a total of 239 burning by Monday. There have been 292,000 hectares burned and $207 million spent so far this year, almost the same as this time last summer.
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