Okanagan Sun February 2014 by Okanagan Sun Magazine

FEBRUARY 2014 Success stories from the South Okanagan

Art & Heart Issue Put An End To The Unsafe Workplace Volunteers Needed In South Okanagan

REE F www.oksun.ca

100% locally owned

Stop in and check out our newly renovated floor space!

COLD BEER • WINE •SPIRITS DELI • PIZZA • CHICKEN

Tuesdays Tuesdays Tickets for Cooking Classes go on sale Saturday, February 8!

Lrg. Pizza $9.99

(w/6 pk or more purchase)

THURSDAYS

2 Piece Chicken $3.69 Pieceonly Chicken only $3.69

HWY 97 OKANAGAN FALLS

250-497-8155

ee the King for your Bling Come s !

records

FINE

LLE E W E

and wellery e J m o t ises Cus on Prem s r i a p e R

CASH FOR

GOLD!

Downtown Osoyoos

(250) 495-4484

2 www.oksun.ca

VAST & VARIED SELECTION OF USED VINYL We also stock an assortment of musical instruments, accessories, strings, capos, tuners, etc.

Main Street, Osoyoos inside Elvis Fine Jewellery

Osoyoos Desert Society Winter Program Series

tarting in February, the Osoyoos Desert Society Admission for the Osoyoos Desert Society’s Winter will once again be hosting its popular Winter Program Series is by donation. Programs run from Program Series. This year’s four-part series fea2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Watermark Beach Resort. tures award-winning documentaries combined with For more information, contact the Osoyoos Desert presentations by local experts. Society at mail@desert.org or 250-495-2470. The series kicks off February 15 with a film and The Osoyoos Desert Society is a nonprofit society lecture on snowy owls. The documentary Magic of founded in 1991 to conserve the biologically rich the Snowy Owl takes viewers deep into the tundra and diverse habitats of British Columbia’s Southern to observe the daily struggle involved in raising a Interior. Through habitat conservation, restorafamily of owlets. After the film, Lauren Meads, Extion and education, the Society strives to generate ecutive Manager of the South Okanagan Centre for public knowledge, respect and active concern for Owls (SORCO), will discuss rehabilitation of snowy ecosystems. owls and other owl species in the Okanagan. The second program in the series, scheduled on February 22, features the film Bag It. The documentary follows everyman Jeb Berrier as he explores the effects Hosted by the Osoyoos Desert Society of plastic bags and other plastic merSponsored by the Watermark Beach Resort chandise on land ecosystems, marine environments and the human body. Admission by Donation Cameron Baughen, Solid Waste ManSNOWY OWLS – Movie & An Expert agement Coordinator with the Regional February 15th from 2-4 pm at the Watermark Beach Resort District, will share updates and helpful deep into snowy owl tundra in the documentary 'Magic of the Snowy Owl’ to observe tips about the local recycling program at Journey the daily struggles involved in raising a family of owlets. Following the film, Lauren Meads, Executive Manager of the South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls, will discuss the conclusion of the film. rehabilitation of snowy owls and other owl species in the Okanagan. On March 29 the focus will be on bees BAG IT – Movie & An Expert and the challenges they face, including February 22nd from 2-4 pm the decimation of bee hives around the at the Watermark Beach Resort world by colony collapse disorder. The Join everyman Jeb Berrier in ‘Bag It’ as he explores the effects of plastic bags and other plastic merchandise on land ecosystems, marine environments and program includes a screening of the the human body. Cameron Baughen, Solid Waste Management Coordinator with the Regional District, will share updates and helpful tips about the local recycling award-winning documentary More Than program at the conclusion of the film. Honey and a presentation by local bee happens to plastic bags after they are discarded? HONEY BEES – Movie & An Expert he effects of plastic bags and other plastic consumer merchandise, and its effects keepers Kevin and Janelle Dunn. March 29th from 2-4 pm on land ecosystems, the marine environment and the human body. at the Watermark Beach Resort The final program in the series, ChasView ‘More than Honey,’ an award-winning documentary that takes a close-up look at ing Ice, will be held in April (date to be the fascinating world of bees. Discover the challenges bees face, including the colony collapse disorder decimating bee hives around the world. Following the film, learn announced). The film follows National more about local bees with bee keepers Kevin and Janelle Dunn. Geographic photographer James Balog CHASING ICE – Movie & AGM across the Arctic as he deploys timeVisit www.desert.org for date and time lapse cameras to capture a multi-year at the Watermark Beach Resort Follow National Geographic photographer James Balog across the Arctic as record of the world's melting glaciers he deploys time-lapse cameras to capture a multi-year record of the world's and the impacts of climate change. Folmelting glaciers and the impact of climate change. After ‘Chasing Ice,’ attend the Desert Society's annual general meeting for an update on activities over lowing the film, the Desert Society will the past year and upcoming plans. hold its annual general meeting and proFor more information contact the vide an update on the Society’s recent Osoyoos Desert Society (250) 495-2470 ~ mail@desert.org activities and upcoming plans.

2014 Winter Program Series

OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 3

PUBLISHER

BRIAN HIGHLEY has run international campaigns with Adbusters magazine and published the OK Sun newspaper in Osoyoos. He is of course writing this, and feels strange referring to himself in the third person.

REPORTER & PROOFREADER ANDREA DUJARDIN-FLEXHAUG

has been living in the South Okanagan and writing for newspapers for 25-plus years, ever since she graduated from the Journalism Program at Langara, VCC.

CONTRIBUT0RS

VICTORIA BASCHZOK owns Safety

Solutions At Work. She has a Bachelor of Arts in German and French literature and a Bachelor of Education from the University of British Columbia. While working as a carpenter, her eyes were opened to the importance of safety on the job.

SALLY FRANKS is the convenor of the Mainly for Women Trade Show. She is proud of her association with the Women of Oliver for Women Society, and a firm believer in their mandate and their contributions to the community.

CONTENTS FEBRUARY 9 Chamber Of Commerce Awards Night 11 ILLskILL Clothing’s Rider Bio 12 Put An End To The Unsafe Workplace 14 Volunteers Always Needed In The South Okanagan

JUDY HARVEY has always had a passion for

food and loves to learn and share the knowledge she has gleaned. She looked after cooking classes at Benkris School of Culinary Arts in Calgary. Judy has been helping with classes at Osoyoos Home Hardware for the past eight years.

JEN JENSEN has been the Osoyoos Coyotes

team photographer since the first season, when her son Stefan played for the team. She can be seen dodging pucks during home games to get the perfect action shots.

JORG MARDIAN is a Certified Kinesiology

Specialist, Myoskeletal Therapist, Fitness Trainer and Registered Holistic Nutritionist. He specializes in injury/pain therapy, functional fitness, weight loss and holistic nutrition.

Kindrie Grove At Osoyoos Art Gallery

“

People don’t notice whether it’s winter or summer when they’re happy.” - Anton

ON THE COVER

The Native Chief sculpture at Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre. Photo by John Chapman. 4 www.oksun.ca

Chekhov

We welcome feedback from our readers. Send comments to brian@oksun.ca or mail to Box 177, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R0 Tel 250.535.0540. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in whole or part by any means without the written permission of the publisher. Whilst every care has been taken with this publication, the author(s) and publisher cannot be held responsible for any errors it may contain. No liability is accepted for any loss or damage resulting from the use of this publication. © 2014 Okanagan Sun Publishing. We reserve the right to refuse any submission or advertisement. ISSN 2291-2991

Complete issues are available online at:

www.oksun.ca

OK SUN

IN THIS ISSUE

t’s hard to believe that February is already here! We hope that your New Year’s resolutions are all going swimmingly; and that you still feel that renewed sense of hope and purpose that a new year can bring. In February, we at Okanagan Sun Magazine like to focus on matters of the heart. To that end, we feature on page 29 some diet tips and tricks to help you along a heart-healthy path. Locally, the Osoyoos Desert Society will be hosting its annual Winter Program Series starting February 15. This year’s four-part series features award-winning documentaries combined with presentations by local experts. Flip back to page three to mark those dates on your calendar. One of the often-overlooked groups that helps make our communities tick is volunteers. We are so lucky in our area to have such dedicated and selfless folks to help run programs and non-profits, galleries and societies. If you have been thinking about volunteering some time this year, turn to page 14 to meet Sandra Dean, Member Services Coordinator with the South Okanagan Similkameen Volunteer Centre (SOSVC). A big congratulations to all of the nominees at this year’s South Okanagan Chamber Of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards. The awards banquet wrap up is on page nine. Congratulations also goes out to Doris Lancaster. She is the winner of this month’s Oliver Theatre free movie contest! The contest is ongoing, so head over to www.oksun.ca to enter. As always, we invite readers to submit their stories, artwork and photos to be printed and shared. brian@oksun.ca

Anytime is a good time for Caitlin’s Breakfast All Day! MON & TUES 7AM - 4:30 WED, THURS & FRI 7AM - 7PM SAT 7AM - 4:30 CLOSED SUNDAYS

250-497-6555

Main Street, Okanagan Falls

A-1 SECURITY RENE’S LOCK & KEY

RENE BOUTIN

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • AUTOMOTIVE

Lidia Ferreira Your Osoyoos real estate connection

Lidia is a lifetime resident of the Okanagan Valley who has a vast appreciation and in-depth knowledge of all the Okanagan has to offer.

lidiasells@gmail.com

(250) 498-7097 lidiasellshomes.net

OSOYOOS, B.C.

OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 5

Call for Art Submissions for “Metamorphosis"

Metamorphosis is an art show coordinated by VDay Oliver-Osoyoos 2014 (http://www.vdayoliverosoyoos.org/) which is part of V-Day, a global movement to end violence against women and girls. We are calling for submissions of any form of art including drawings, paintings, photography, sculpture, carvings and mixed media with “Stopping Violence of Women and Girls” as the main theme. The art should not only communicate Stop Violence, but should also invoke reflection on the root cause of the problem. Expressed through the art could be answers to questions like: - How can we stop violence? - What is required to change violence into caring? - How can we transform the darkness in the hearts and minds of aggressors into lightness? - How do we teach empathy? And then, how can we depict these responses through art? Creating art is very personal so this is intended as a guideline, not to restrict your individual creative energy. Each artist has the option of selling their art, with donation suggested to V-Day. For detailed information contact Ursula Wick at ukwick@persona.ca. Although not compulsory, an Artist Statement along with a personal explanation to help translate the meaning and purpose of your work to others would be helpful. Metamorphosis will be held on March 8, 2014, at the Osoyoos Indian Band (OIB) Community Center, together with the One Billion Rising celebration. Entry deadline is March 1, 2014. No entry fee required. Please send an email to norberto@island. net, or a letter to Norberto Rodriguez, 6660 Mountainview Drive, Oliver, BC V0H 1T4, with the following information: Artist Name; Title; Artist Statement (optional); Media (acrylic, oil, watercolour, etc.); Dimensions (for two-dimensional art); Sale Price (optional); Special requirements, if any. Art delivery is March 8, 2014 at the OIB Community Center, between the hours of 9 and 10 am. 6 www.oksun.ca

Sun Sightings

NK’MIP CORNER in Osoyoos is now open! It cannot be missed, with its striking metal First Nations statues atop and outside of it, making it a state-of-the-art Petro Canada gas and diesel outlet and gateway to the NK'MIP Resort. It is located at the intersection of Highway 3 and 45th street. The new building encompasses 4,000 square feet of retail space including a full restaurant service provided by Beach Bum Lunchbox. Breakfast is served starting at 6 am in the morning. They also feature genuine Montreal Smoked meat sandwiches and five different flavours of poutine. NK'MIP CORNER convenience store has everyday food products such as milk and bread, and also cooler items such Flavour Burst soft ice cream, which can be customized with multiple toppings available. The store also has a wide variety of First Nations products including moccasins, mukluks, dream catchers, jewellery and much more. One nice feature that is missing elsewhere in town, is that there is full service at the gas pump on Seniors Day, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 4 pm. Also, it is conveniently open from 6 am to midnight daily.

FREE Double Movie Pass Giveaway Enter for your chance to win at www.oksun.ca under the Contests tab.

OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 7

The new year has brought with it some changes in storefronts on Main Street in Osoyoos. One welcome addition is the new hair salon and spa studio Exquisite, tucked into a small building at 8315 Main Street (on the same block as Shoppers Drug Mart). Exquisite’s young owner-operator Hailey Walker offers her clients the KEVIN.MURPHY hair product line, which is sulphate and paraben free. Mina Coster is working alongside her on the aesthetics side of things. For more information or to book an appointment, phone 778-437-5500; or just drop in to get a pamphlet about their services. Further along Main Street, Yore Movie Store is now half the size it once was, with a recently built inside wall making room for a new business space on its ‘upside.’ Yore Movie Store owner Barb Stephens says her movie rental business may be

8 www.oksun.ca

smaller as far as space, but that she still offers the same great selection of movies (including new releases) just the same as always. She adds it makes for a more ``cozy`` atmosphere; and space conscious way of displaying their movies, a la magazine rack style. Meanwhile, Yore’s new neighbour on the other side of the wall, Rudy’s Flooring, is moving in sometime in February, from just a few storefronts away. Incidentally, Rudy's just celebrated 50 years of being in business in Osoyoos. It was first opened by Rudy Miller in 1963, and continues on with his son Larry and wife Delia (a quality seamstress) at the helm. Rudy’s offers full service flooring, from carpet and vinyl, hardwood to tile and laminate. Larry takes a personal hand in each job, measuring, providing quotes and advice for each customer, along with his team of professional carpet layers and tilers. (This homeowner recently experienced their expert and smalltown friendly service, excellent). The household goods and clothing store Stedmans in Osoyoos (another longtime business on Main Street) closed forever at the end of January. Stedmans has been a fixture in the `downtown core`of Osoyoos at the same location for 30-plus years, with several owners over that timespan; and will no doubt be missed. The spacious now empty

storefront building will hopefully find a new occupant in the near future. Former Stedmans owners Trish and Leo Callarec will still be serving the public at their new business named Strike The Pose. It will consist entirely of women's clothing and accessories, at 8313 Main Street (in the former OS Audio & Video). They hope to open their new venture towards the end of February, so watch for that. Several seasonal businesses that have been closed over the winter are slated to open up again at the beginning of March, including Quizno’s at the Best Western, as well as Desert Oasis Fashions. Double O Bikes, with locations on Main Street in Osoyoos and Main Street in Oliver, is slated to open March 1. Wine Kitz in Osoyoos has moved to a new location, just opposite Safari Beach Resort. They are located at 5820 89th Street. Owners Gail and Jonathan Smith look forward to seeing everyone at the new store. A sign on the front door of Auntie Ag’s Seafood Café on Main Street in Oliver says that it is closed due to the owner Deb having surgery. But it will be reopening in the Spring. Speedy recovery, Deb! Grapevine Optical moved during the last week of January seven doors up - to 6862 Main Street in Oliver. They say they will be offering all of the same services, and that with all of the extra room, this will be their permanent home. One more note, if you haven’t already noticed, the Telus office across from the Super Valu in Osoyoos has moved up to Oliver Place Mall. Their office hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm. and the phone number is 250-485-7338.

Business Awards

Entrepreneur Of The Year

Jack Bennest

Oliver Daily News

Len McLean

HW McLean Construction

Scott Linttell Linttell Projects

Large Business Of The Year South Okanagan Chamber of Commerce president Myers Bennett (left), along with treasurer Jim King, congratulate Ron and Scott Sarson at the Chamber business awards January 24 at Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos. Sarson’s Mechanical took home the award for Small Business Of The Year. Accepting the award for Large Business Of The Year was David Sologuk of Osoyoos Home Hardware. The winner of the Entrepreneur Of The Year award was Len McLean of HW McLean Construction Ltd. “I have been lucky to work with some amazing people since we moved to the South Okanagan,” McLean said in his acceptance speech. “This area truly is the best place in the world to live and work.” The Chamber’s annual general meeting also took place during the event. “I am looking to a great year with a very young and already experienced board continuing working on projects that the board started last year,” said Myers Bennett. “If you feel there is something the South Okanagan Chamber of Commerce can do for you as business owner you can contact me at myersbennett@hotmail.com.”

JoJo’s Café Osoyoos Home Hardware Oliver Chronicle/ Osoyoos Times Small Business Of The Year

Sarson’s Mechanical Osoyoos Coyotes Amos Realty Sun Valley Dental Lakeside Travel

The event was sponsored by Eastlink. OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 9

Coyotes Player Up Close:

Rainer Glimpel NEW NT RESIDE S T N U O C DIS

• • • • • • •

Homeowner Insurance Commercial & Travel Insurance Motor Vehicle Licensing Office Drivers Licenses Passport Photos Seniors Discount On All Policies Open Saturdays

Serving Osoyoos & Area for over 40 years. Main Street, Osoyoos

495-6111

Enjoy your evening out, taking In a movie at the Oliver Theatre!

February, 2014 Programme Visit Our Website

www.olivertheatre.ca Sat. - Sun. – Mon. – Tues. Feb. 1 - 2 – 3 – 4 Showtimes on Sat. @ 7:00 & 9:25 p.m.

Coarse language.

Thurs. - Fri. Feb. 6 – 7

Nominated for 2 Academy Awards Including Best Animated Feature

Regular Showtimes Sun. – Mon. – Tues. – Thurs…7:30 p.m. Fri. – Sat………….……….7:00 & 9:00 p.m. (unless otherwise stated)

Phone 250-‐498-‐2277 Oliver, BC

Nominated for 9 Academy Awards Including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor Best Adapted Screenplay

Sexual violence, coarse language, violence.

Thurs. - Fri. Feb. 20 – 21

Nominated for 6 Academy Awards Including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor Best Original Screenplay

Coarse and sexual language.

Sat. - Sun. – Mon. – Tues. Feb. 22 - 23 – 24 – 25

Showtimes on Sat. @ 7:00 & 9:20 p.m.

Violence, coarse language.

Thurs. - Fri. – Sat. Feb. 27 – 28, March 1

Frequent violence and coarse language.

Thurs. - Fri. Feb. 13 – 14

There will also be a matinee of this show on the Sat. at 2:00 p.m. All seats $6.00 for the matinee.

Programme Subject To Unavoidable change without notice

10 www.oksun.ca

Rainer (pronounced Ry-ner) Glimpel is one of this year’s imports, hailing from Calgary, Alberta. Rainer is the oldest of three kids and has played hockey in Calgary for his entire career, save for this season; and last year was the Captain of the Calgary North Stars, a Midget AA team. Rainer’s favourite food is spaghetti and meatballs; and his biggest pet peeve is when people chew loudly. He has travelled as far as Jamaica but would like to visit California. Rainer was trained in classical guitar for seven years . . . and hated every minute of it. At home he has a Bichon Shih Tzu named Spark and a cat named Hobbs. He has perfected the “wink-and-smile”. Really. Find him and check it out. Rainer loves to see new and returning fans at games. Check out the schedule online and come support your Osoyoos Coyotes!

Nominated for 4 Academy Awards Including Best Picture, Best Actress, Best Adapted Screenplay

Coarse and sexual language.

FUN FACTS ABOUT RAINER GLIMPEL

Sat. - Sun. – Mon. – Tues. Feb. 15 - 16 – 17 – 18 Showtimes on Sat. @ 7:00 & 9:30 p.m.

Showtimes on Fri. @ 7:00 & 9:15 p.m.

Sat. - Sun. – Mon. – Tues. Feb. 8 - 9 – 10 – 11

BIRTHDATE: APRIL 15, 1995 HEIGHT: 6’1” WEIGHT: 160 SHOOTS: LEFT POSITION: CENTRE HOMETOWN: CALGARY, AB FAVOURITE NHL TEAM: CALGARY FLAMES TEAM NICKNAME: GLIMPS

Doug Eisenhut

www.eisenhut.ca OLIVER THEATRE

By Jen Jensen

ILLskILL Clothing Rider Bio

Brandon Demchuk By Damien Hannah

welve-year-old Brandon Demchuk is originally from Osoyoos, now living in Kelowna, where he says he’ll likely live his entire life. Demchuk enjoys many different year-round sports. He rides scooter, wakeboard, tubing, and longboards in the summer, as

well as playing on a local footLynch, a running back for the ball team. During the winter Seattle Seahawks NFL Team. months, snowboarding is his When asked what advice sport of choice. Brandon would he would share with readers, like to be a professional snowBrandon said, “It’s not about ...positive, upbeat stories from the South Okanagan boarder or basketball player, being the best, it’s about havbut what he really wants to be ing fun.” 250.535.0540 in life is an NFL football player. Some words to live by BranBox 177 · Okanagan Falls, BC · V0H 1R0 Brandon looks up to Marshawn don, good call.

COMPLETE ISSUES AVAILABLE ONLINE Got a story to tell? s! Contact u

250-535-0540

Complete Issues www.oksun.ca Available Online

...positive, upbeat stories from the South Okanagan

250.535.0540

Box 177 · Okanagan Falls, BC · V0H 1R0

www.oksun.ca

ads@oksun.ca

Box 177 Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R0

OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 11

Victoria Baschzok and Trevor Linden at the MAKE IT SAFE! conference in Vancouver.

Photo contributed.

Put An End To The Unsafe Workplace By Victoria Baschzok

unning a small business is never easy! As a small business owner, I am aware of the challenges of managing service delivery, marketing, sales and finances. A company owner wears many hats. My company helps businesses manage a very important legal obligation- workplace safety. The laws governing Occupational Health and Safety are complex and can be overwhelming. My team of experts helps companies understand workplace legislation and find practical solutions for their safety program. Recently employers have been given a new challenge from WorkSafe BC: address the issue of mental health in the workplace. Since the implementation of the new workplace legislation that came into effect on November 1st, 2013, employers 12 www.oksun.ca

across this province are required by law to eliminate bullying and harassment in the workplace. Workplace Bullying and Harassment is defined as â&#x20AC;&#x153;any inappropriate conduct or comment by a person towards a worker that the person knew or reasonably ought to have known would cause that worker to be humiliated or intimidatedâ&#x20AC;?, but excludes any reasonable action taken by an employer or supervisor relating to the management and direction of workers or the place of employment. This includes behaviour from the public or a client to a worker. As the company owner, I have a legal obligation to do everything reasonable to protect my workers from conduct or comments that can be considered intimidating or humiliating. Recently, my employee was on a sales call in a local store. The intent of

the sales call was to educate the store manager about the new legislation on Workplace Bullying and Harassment and to offer our professional services to develop a training program for his workplace. The manager grabbed my employee by the shoulders and spoke to her in an intimidating way. There is no question that his conduct and words were intended to intimidate. The irony of the situation slapped me in the face. Here we are trying to educate business owners about Workplace Harassment and Bullying and my employee is the one who is attacked. As a result, I took the step to develop even more procedures for my sales team who work alone and engage extensively with the public. Harassment and bullying has long been the topic of conversation in schools, but as a society we have been silent on this issue in the workplace. Harassment and Bullying are critical risk factors for mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety. At the recent MAKE IT SAFE! Conference in Vancouver, held by the food and manufacturing industry occupational safety association, hundreds of delegates gathered to tackle this issue. Trevor Linden, founder of Club 16, spoke about the need for companies to demonstrate leadership. Trevor Linden told us: “Leaders create a culture.” Great companies are taking leadership to eliminate toxic work environments. Success-

ful business leaders understand that a healthy and happy workplace is a profitable workplace. I have been fortunate to work with great industry leaders such as the Jim Pattison Group. These companies are creating a culture of respect in the workplace. In my recent conversations with the WorkSafeBC prevention officers in charge of Workplace Harassment and Bullying, many employers are still unaware of the new legislation. WSBC is already receiving numerous reports of bullying and harassment cases. Often in these cases the reporting procedures were unclear for the workforce and the employer did not complete an effective investigation into the complaint. Workplace Bullying and Harassment is very similar to other safety related issues. An employer has the opportunity to eliminate problems before they happen.

Now is the time for business owners to take action! If an employer can think through the possible situations that can lead to Workplace Harassment and Bullying, there is a greater chance that the employer can eliminate any conflict before it begins. If an employer can take the time to draft clear procedures in the event of a complaint, the easier time the employer will have addressing the complaint. A critical component is to fully understand and think through the investigation process. What would the employer need to document? How can the investigation get to the root cause of the problem? I work with numerous companies to help them put together programs for Workplace Harassment and Bullying. My clients have the attitude that they want to take initiative to foster a respectful workplace. Happy workers are effective workers. A toxic work environment will poison relationships with customers and clients and choke productivity. The leaders in the business community are embracing this legislation to create workplaces where people are happy to go to work.

OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 13

Volunteers Always Needed In South Okanagan By Andrea Dujardin-Flexhaug

Osoyoos Bottle Depot • • • • •

Beer cans & bottles Pop cans & bottles Liquor & Wine bottles Juices & Water bottles Tetra-Brik (Juice boxes)

305 - 72nd Ave, Osoyoos

250-495-2399

Mon-Sat 10:00am-4:00pm, Closed Sunday

he beginning of a new year often brings with it thoughts of things one wants to do differently as in resolutions, or planning new or worthwhile goals for the ensuing months ahead. If you have just a bit or a lot of extra time on your hands, maybe volunteering has entered your mind as something to consider. While volunteers are in abundance in the south end of the Okanagan, there is always a need for more of them. If you have a particular talent or skill or even just a helpful or amenable personality, chances are good there is something you can do to contribute to your community, whether it be in Osoyoos, Oliver or Okanagan Falls. “Volunteering is prevalent in all these area and all age groups participate. Because our demographics are a higher population of seniors, it is older adults that tend to volunteer more regularly,” says Sandra Dean, Member Services Coordinator with the South Okanagan Similkameen Volunteer Centre (SOSVC). But as she goes on to note, “The need for volunteers is increasing, and most organizations have struggles at least at some times through the year, to find sufficient numbers of volunteers who also have the skills and time to assist.” The SOSVC helps fill that need, by assisting local non profits find and place volunteers and provid-

The South Okanagan Similkameen Volunteer Centre is hosting a Learning Event titled Creating a Culturally Welcoming Non-profit Society on Thursday, February 13 from 8:30 to 2 pm at the South Okanagan Immigrant and Community Services offices in Oliver. The event is for staff and Board members of non-profit societies throughout the region. Pre-registration is necessary by e-mailing a request to attend to info@volunteercentre.info or phoning the Volunteer Centre at 1 888 576-5661.

The upcoming annual National Volunteer Week April 6 to 12 is a time to recognize, celebrate and thank Canada’s 13.3 million volunteers. Canadians are encouraged to call the Volunt-Hear Hotline and participate in a national conversation about volunteer recognition. The hotline is a toll-free number where people can call to leave a brief impact statement and say thank you to a volunteer for their efforts.

Jardin Estate Jewelry & Antiques Theresa Nolet GG, FCCmA, FGA, Gemologist

1-888-615-5553

Recycling The Elegance Of The Past

5221 Highway 97, Okanagan Falls

www.jardinantiques.com OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 15

In The South Okanagan Similkameen: • Volunteers contribute over 32 million dollars annually to the local economy. • Volunteers deliver programs to better the lives of people through more than 500 non profits including local community centres, the South Okanagan Women in Need Society and the Penticton Branch of the BC Schizophrenia Society.

• Volunteers make community events possible such as the Seniors Symposium and the Women Front and Centre Gala Event.

16 www.oksun.ca

ing training for volunteers and boards of societies. Their comprehensive website with its online searchable database makes it easier for volunteers to get connected, search out opportunities posted by local organizations, and to read ‘everything you always wanted to know’ about volunteering. Healthy Living Fair In Penticton The SOSVC is participating in the upcoming annual Healthy Living Fair in Penticton on March 8, along with a plethora of other local groups. The centre will be sharing information about volunteering opportunities and, yes, there are some health benefits to it. As their booklet ‘Welcoming Communities: A Guide to Volunteering’ explains, volunteerism does have health benefits, as it “boosts self-confidence, increases happiness and lfe satisfaction,” thus “helps you stay physically and emotionally healthy at any age.” “The most pressing need for volunteers tend to be in the administration and operations of organizations, especially talented and knowledgeable volunteers for Boards of Directors,” notes Dean. Other areas of need for volunteers are in special events that occur, whether they are festivals such as the July 1st Cherry Fiesta in Osoyoos, or athletic events such as Ultraman Canada. Volunteer Centre member organizations in the South Okanagan which need volunteers on an ongoing basis include the South Okanagan Similkameen Immigrant & Community Services Society,

Colon Cancer Catching colon cancer early can make a world of difference. Cancer is a breakdown in the body’s systems. Cells MEGHAN continue growing PHARMACIST and multiplying, creating lumps called tumors. Tumors can block the ordinary functions of the body, such as in the colon, the area of the body that passes the waste along after your food is digested. When cancer cells are located in the colon, that’s colon cancer.

Desert Sun Counselling and Resource Centre, Oliver Parks and Recreation, Sonora Centre in Osoyoos, Gleaners, the Okanagan College English Second Language program and Literacy NOW BC. Others include groups such as the South Okanagan Seniors Wellness Society, Canadian Mental Health Association, Lifeline, Canadian Cancer Society (which has a Relay for Life coming up, and needs volunteer help in Osoyoos on June 7) and the B.C Schizophrenia Society. “Volunteers touch those most in need such as those who have severe disabilities, those who are

abused; those who are elderly and isolated and those who are new to our communities and need support in adjusting,” says Dean. This in turn helps those who volunteer become “... more aware of social, health and environmental issues and more likely to vote and add voice to changes,” notes Dean. For more information on volunteer opportunities in your community, or to register, please contact the South Okanagan Similkameen Volunteer Centre at 250-476-5661, toll free 1-888576-5661 or visit their website at www.volunteercentre.info

Colon cancer is the third leading cause of death due to cancer, however being screened early can reduce the likelihood of death by 90%. The cause of colon cancer is not certain. There are, however, risk factors such as being over 50 years old, drinking alcohol or smoking, diabetes, a high-fat diet and a family history of colon cancer. Colon cancer can continue growing for years without causing you any discomfort or other symptoms. That’s why it’s important to get screened for the disease. But for those who do experience symptoms, be alert to stomach cramping, thin stools, fatigue and sudden or unexpected weight loss. For more information on colon cancer, speak to your Remedy’sRx pharmacist or visit www.cancer.ca

35824 Main Street Oliver

250.485.4007 OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 17

Big Year Ahead At Oliver Art Gallery

By Steve Staresina

he year 2014 started out with somewhat better weather than there was in December. Although there were still severe forecasts of ice and snow in parts of Canada, the South Okanagan has been fairly mild this year. Through talking to people on the streets and in the coffee shops, there seems to be a sense of optimism and a belief that there will be better times ahead. Realtors are working hard trying to settle in newcomers to the area. The Oliver Art Gallery has noticed the energy of optimism as well. Newcomers to the Okanagan have been shopping for art, to be used to decorate the walls of their newfound homes. We 18 www.oksun.ca

welcome these people to the community. The OAG artists are also excited about the year ahead and they have planned a very energetic future during 2014. I will take this short note to announce some of the future plans for the Art Gallery. The OAG will feature, on a monthly basis, a concentration of new art, which will feature a different subject each month. These will vary from animals, flowers, music, dance and so on. On top of that, it plans a portrait contest in the spring, where all local artists will be invited to participate. There will be a prize for the winners. The summer will see an Art Walk covering Oliver and

the surrounding area, and during pleasant days, one will see artists visibly painting local scenes in the streets. Throughout all this, art classes will be offered at the gallery for those who wish to partake. Field trips will be organized for outdoor painting of our wonderful local scenery. Take notice of our optimism. We plan to overwhelm the population with art. Come and join us and enter the portrait contest. Watch for further words on the subject. Look for our theme features. Keep an eye on our website - www.oliverartgallery. ca - enjoy the paintings displayed and look into our events section for updates.

Kindrie Grove At Osoyoos Art Gallery By Roy Wood

indrie Grove was a child who was constantly drawing. And she still recalls the ah-ha moment when she realized that she had real artistic talent. She was in Grade six near Calgary and had just finished drawing a picture of a bald eagle from a photograph. “It came out looking just like I wanted it to. … I was able to draw what I saw. I was astounded.” Several decades later, Grove continues to draw and paint and sculpt birds and other animals at her roomy studio, above a lingerie store on Main Street in Penticton. Her one-woman show at the Osoyoos Art Gallery, from February 15 through March 15, will include drawings, oil paintings and bronze sculpture. She sold her first piece, a drawing, while still in grade six. By high school she was taking on commissions and after study at the Alberta College of Art and Design in Calgary, there was no question that art would be her life. And animals would be her subjects. “I’ve always drawn and painted animals. I’ve always got pleasure from it,” she said in a recent interview. “In college I did a lot of drawing of animals. … I spent a lot of time at the Calgary Zoo.” When she and Michael Bezener were married, they asked their guests to contribute to their travel fund rather than buy gifts. The fund paid for two months of drawing and painting the wild animals of Africa. The sculpture side of Grove’s art emerged about seven years ago. “I had always known that I would do it at some point,” she said. Over the decades she had become more efficient at her painting and was therefore able

to devote time to the bronze work, which also depicts wild and domestic animals. Grove says she does very limited runs of between 10 and 20 of her bronze casts, and that because of the unique characteristics of each copy, they are all essentially originals. She continues to switch amoung drawing, painting and sculpting. A recent visit to her gallery/studio revealed in-progress examples of all three media. Over the past year, in an effort to make sure she keeps her hand in painting, she has been producing what she calls her “weekly paintings.” They are six-by-six-inch oils selling for $160. “They can be interesting, because they are done quickly and can be spontaneous because you don’t have a lot of time to think about them, as you do with a larger work,” she said. Teaching and community involvement are important aspects of

Grove’s work, as well. Three painters, whom she mentors, share her studio space, as does a jazz ensemble, which rehearses there one evening a week. Last fall Grove put out a call to the local drawing community for examples of their “life drawing.” She limited it to two samples per artist and ended up with 50 pieces covering her walls. These days, Grove’s work can be seen in galleries in Vancouver, Whistler and Calgary. And each summer she travels to the Calgary Stampede where she finds a healthy market for her bronze work. Four of her larger canvases are on permanent display at the Toronto Congress Centre in what they call the Kindrie Grove Wing. Heady stuff given that other parts of the centre are named for Alice Munro, Pierre Burton and Donald Sutherland. The Osoyoos Art Gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 4 at the corner of Main and 89th Streets.

OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 19

People Are Positive By Joanne Muirhead

ne of the things that I envied about my dad is that he could strike up a conversation with anyone, whether he had ever met them before or not. He always seemed to be “in tune” with whomever he happened to be interacting with. I think I am starting to learn what his secret was: he wasn't afraid of them. Sometimes I think people are going to judge me or ignore me, reject me or otherwise shun my existence. But my Dad wasn't afraid of these things, because... he knew that people are nice! In almost four years of operating a coffee shop, I have met a LOT of people and I can now say with some authority that generally people are positive, supportive, interesting and genuinely want you to be well.

Anne Frank figured this all out at the tender age of 15. It took me a bit longer...but better late than never! If you want to test

this “people are inherently good” theory, come on down to the cafe. I guarantee you a warm, friendly welcome from the human race.

An example of some of the friendly faces you might see at the cafe

Open 7 days 7:00 am - 3:30 pm www.jojoscafe.ca

8316 Main St ...positive, upbeat stories from the South Okanagan Osoyoos 250.495.6652 250.535.0540

Box 177 ·

Okanagan Falls, BC

V0H 1R0

COMPLETE ISSUES AVAILABLE ONLINE 250-535-0540 Got a story to tell? s! Contact u

ads@oksun.ca Box 177

Okanagan Falls, BC

www.oksun.ca

...positive, upbeat stories from the South Okanagan

20 www.oksun.ca

250.535.0540

V0H 1R0

PUZZLE PAGE

Each Sudoku has a solution that can be reached logically without guessing. Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit, as must every column, and every 3X3 square.

WORDSEARCH 70’s Songs

OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 21

N.A.C. Heals Lungs And More

Do you remember a time when you could breath easily and had plenty of energy to get through your day? A time when pain, fatigue and irritability weren't even a part of your vocabulary? If you suffer from chronic bronchitis, autoimmune disease or chronic pain, get ready to turn all that around with a commonly overlooked amino acid. N.A.C. Is an essential form of an amino acid called cysteine. This amino acid is used by the body to make glutathione (GSH), a critical antioxidant millions are unaware they have a deficiency in. N.A.C. (N-Acteyl-L-Cysteine) is absolutely critical for proper immune system and cardiovascular function. N.A.C. inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines, suppresses NF-kappa B and regulates the gene for COX-2, thereby preventing inflammation and pain. Unlike conventional treatments for chronic bronchitis and other inflammatory conditions, N.A.C. is specially formulated to boost your immune system fast with a powerful dose of antioxidants. When you suffer from any type of chronic pain, chronic inflammation or autoimmune conditions, it's a sign that your immune system is malfunctioning in some way. The best way to treat these conditions is to use antioxidants to boost your immune system. When you add Nutri-NAC to your diet, you're giving your immune system a powerful boost. Within just a few weeks of taking it, you'll notice that your lungs feel clearer. You'll have more energy, sleep better and even notice an improvement in your mood. Here are some of the health benefits N.A.C. can provide. *Heart Disease Prevention. Nutri-NAC increases nitroglycern levels and protects against ischemic and reperfusion damage. It has an anti-platelet and coronary dilating effect that reduces the risk of sudden death from heart attack. N.A.C. also lowers lipoprotein levels, which helps prevent cardiovascular disease.

* Cholesterol Management – N.A.C. prevents LDL (bad cholesterol) from becoming oxidized and causing inflammatory damage to blood vessels It also lowers homocysteine levels, which prevents the build-up of arterial plaque. * Diabetes Management – Cardiovascular disease and diabetes often go hand in hand. Clinical research has shown that nitric oxide production is greatly reduced in patients with diabetes. Nitric oxide is necessary for proper platelet aggregation and relaxation of the smooth muscles of the coronary system. N.A.C. increases insulin sensitivity and provides the necessary antioxidant boost needed to increase nitric oxide levels and prevent serious disease. * Memory Support – The powerful antioxidant boost provided by N.A.C. helps decrease brain inflammation while improving overall neurological function. * Liver Detoxification-- Alcoholism, obesity, and hepatitis can contribute to liver malfunction and failure. N.A.C. can help detoxify your liver and prevent the progression of disease. One of the most unknown affects of N.A.C. is its ability to stabilize mental health problems such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. The strong antioxidant content helps increase brain glutathione levels, which, in turn decrease anxiety, mania and obsessive compulsive symptoms. N.A.C. has been used by naturopathic physicians for over 40 years with minimal-to-no side effects, even at very high doses. For best results, take one 600 mg cap. once per day and gradually build up to 3,000 mg. as tolerated. Regular supplementation with Nutri-NAC can be a night and day, life-changing experience for anyone living with chronic pain or fatigue. Drop in to Bonnie Doons in Osoyoos for a free information pamphlet on N.A.C. Ref: www.NakaHerbs.com

If you suffer from chronic bronchitis, autoimmune disease or chronic pain, get ready to turn all that around with NAC a commonly-overlooked amino acid!

Supports respiratory health Prevents LDL (bad cholesterol) oxidation to help support cardio health Supports detoxification Supports glutathione production (an important antioxidant)

NakaHerbs.com 22 www.oksun.ca

How “Resolved” Will Your Resolution Be This Year? By Jorg Mardian

ere we are again in a brand new year and people will start thinking in brand new ways. One of these ways, of course, is when desiring to change our life – to make resolutions about changing our health and about feeling better. But here is an interesting point to consider: Why do we all insist on copying each other and making changes at the same time? Now is the time when everyone will talk about New Year’s resolutions, but seriously, do these ever work out in the long run? When it comes to health, fitness and weight loss there are two types of people. The first type are the ones who make annual resolutions; fleeting attempts to reshape their physique through the latest diet book, workout CD or buying a three month gym membership. They have a resolution, but aren’t resolute in commitment. The obvious sign is attempting major health changes in a few weeks, and then having their effort fizzle out because it takes work, time and dedication. The second group of people researches their options. They explore what works and what does not work and then create a diet and exercise approach that fits them, rather than following the crowd. Instead of looking at a lifestyle change as a temporary resolution, they “resolve” to write their own (permanent) script. Why does the second approach work? Because it doesn’t focus on finding what’s the latest fitness or diet trend at the moment. Rather, it builds a lifestyle based on personal preferences and circumstances to make it work AND to make it fun (or interesting). How do we find what will work for us? All of us have things we can excel at. And even if

we are not now proficient in any one aspect of what we undertake, we can through practice become very good. Yes, there will be mistakes, but you simply need to get back up and dust yourself off after falling. Developing mastery in changing our health and fitness takes both education and commitment to cause. Read widely, learn lessons and then move on to the next level. Are you too busy to change your life? Nonsense. It’s all about priorities. You either practice prevention or you’ll get lots of practice being sick. There are two different ways to get to the end of the story – you pick the conclusion. What we consume and come in touch with today is largely poisoned; there’s no sugar coating this fact. But by receiving the best advice to get to your goal in the fastest way, you have the chance to avoid most ill effects because you are proactive. Think about this as you approach your lifestyle change this year. Contact us at Three60Fitness, 8313 Main Street, Osoyoos, or phone 778-437-2322, e-mail: three60fitness@gmail.com.

OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 23

Okanagan Falls Seniors To Benefit From Age-Friendly Grant

Thea Haubrich Legacy Fund

lder adults in Okanagan Falls will have a little more help staying active after the community received an Age-Friendly Grant from the provincial government. Okanagan Falls was one of 26 communities to receive the $20,000 grant, which is intended to support projects that will help older adults in the community stay mobile, physically active and healthy. This project will be managed by the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen in collaboration with the South Okanagan Similkameen Healthy Communities Coalition. “As with many areas in Canada, Okanagan Falls has an older demographic and finds itself wrestling with defining and prioritizing needs,” said Janet Black, Recreation Manager at Okanagan Falls Parks & Recreation “The money will be spent developing an age-friendly plan so that seniors can live healthier lives in Okanagan Falls.” The plan will provide a series of priorities and recommendations that are unique to the community — Age-Friendly initiatives vary around the province, depending on each community's needs — and may include a review of outdoor spaces, walk-ability, transportation, housing, social participation, community support and health services. A consultant will be contracted in early 2014 to begin community dialogue and consultations. The Age-Friendly Community Planning and Project Grant program is a partnership involving the provincial government and the Union of British Columbia Municipalities. For more information, contact Janet Black, Recreation Manager, Okanagan Falls Parks & Recreation at 250-497-8188 or jblack@rdos.bc.ca.

Thea Haubrich passed away on September 25, 2013 after a long and courageous battle following several strokes. She was a major force in spreading the word about encaustic across Canada (and beyond) and will be dearly missed by all. The Thea Haubrich Legacy Fund has been established with the Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen by Thea's husband, Peter Haubrich. The purpose of the endowment fund is to provide ongoing financial support to encaustic artists seeking to further their education. Grants will be paid from investment earnings, thereby ensuring original donations remain invested in perpetuity. If you would like to honour Thea's memory you are encouraged to make a donation to her Legacy Fund or purchase the 2014 Calendar or Art Cards. www.cfso.net/donors/thea-haubrich-legacy-fund/

Little League/ Cal Ripken Canada Baseball is coming to Okanagan Falls Little League baseball is coming to the Okanagan Falls/Oliver area. If you are between the ages of 9 and 13 and are interested in playing organized baseball on a team during the months of April to mid July let us know at Okanagan Falls Parks and Rec. For more information on Little League Baseball contact Janet Black at 250 497-8188 or info@ okfalls.net

24 www.oksun.ca

W.O.W. Tradeshow To Be Held February 22 By Sally Franks Women of Oliver for Women (WOW) is on a mission to enrich the lives of women and children in our community and beyond; and the group is achieving this goal by bettering the lives of many. Community services include the Adopt a Highway clean up twice a year, donations of park benches in strategic locations and refurbishing and caring for the gardens at the entrance to McKinney Place. The highlights of the year are the two main fundraisers put on annually, the Mainly For Women Trade Show and the Christmas Auction. This year WOW presents their 23rd annual Trade Show on February 22 at the Oliver Community Center. The show features businesses owned and operated mainly by women, although men are welcome as well. Displays

are everything from beautifully crafted pottery and jewelry to foods, clothing, quilts, paintings, health, insurance, real estate etc All of the funds raised at the show are donated to organizations such as Desert Sun Counselling, a Citizenship scholarship for a student graduating from the high school and a bursary for women who through circumstances need to return to the work force and require further education or training. The Christmas Auction held every December raises monies for Christmas hampers, Safe House, Oliver Food Bank, Oliver Hospice Society and gift baskets for elderly women who are completely on their own. Many other very worthwhile projects have been taken on by dedicated members of WOW. Donations to Sun Fun helps en-

Success stories from the South Okanagan

ads@oksun.ca

able children to participate who do not have the necessary funds. WOW provides dictionaries in the elementary schools for students, help with the Oliver Senior Centre teas, the Halloween celebration at the Community Center, and the Okanagan Gleaners by peeling vegetables and packaging soups for countries in need. The WOW group is flexible in meeting the needs of the Community or persons in need. Wow has also presented two CPR courses to the public. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month from September through May at the Quail’s Nest Arts Centre 5840 Airport Road. Women who are interested in joining and helping WOW achieve their goals are always welcome. For more information please contact Terry at 498-6420.

“Magazine advertising is enjoyed, and seen as an integral part of magazine content. As a result, magazines ads are low on the annoyance scale. Readers use magazine ads to catch up with what’s new in fashion, food, home decor, toiletries, retail, automotive, business services and much more.”

Source: Starch Research 2009

250.535.0540 OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 25

Then and Now

OK . FALLS

26 www.oksun.ca

B.C.

The Painted Chair Reopening Kidney Campaign February 15

The Osoyoos Coyotes are wearing this patch on their jerseys for the rest of the season. The purpose of the patch is to raise awareness about living kidney donation.

The Painted Chair in Oliver has been closed for renovations, but it will be reopening on Saturday, February 15 at 9 am. It features beautifully upcycled wood furniture made at the premises by a creative local team, and it is run by Hovanes Community Services Ltd. They also have a quality selection of gently used clothing available for purchase. The Painted Chair is located at 5857 Sawmill Road.

www.oliverdailynews.com www.osoyoosdailynews.com OKANAGAN SUN â&#x20AC;˘ FEBRUARY 2014 â&#x20AC;˘ 27

JU C DY W O ith R ’ Ju N S dy E H R ar v

Note: for gluten-free use 1 part potato flour, 1 part smelt or quinoa flour and ½ part cornstarch to replace the flour.

Happy New Year to you all and I wish you the happiest one yet! We were lucky to have Hong Lac, co-owner and Chef at the new vegetarian restaurant in Penticton come to do a cooking class. His restaurant is called the Wild Scallion. He can do the vegan dishes as well as the vegetarian. The wonderful smells that greet you when you go through the door get your taste buds dancing. Poor Man Caviar – 350 degrees F oven 3 whole garlic bulbs 2 eggplants 6 tomatoes salt, pepper and olive oil Cut thin slice off the tops of the garlic bulbs and drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper; and wrap tightly in tin foil for 45 minutes to an hour. Cut eggplant and tomatoes in half and drizzle with the olive oil, salt and pepper. Cover completely so that the eggplant doesn’t brown Place in oven on a tray for 35 minutes. Large eggplants can take up to an hour to cook, so check using a large spoon. Scoop out the eggplant and place in a bowl with the shelled out garlic. Mash it up 28 www.oksun.ca

Puttanesca Sauce

with the tomatoes. This is great with rice or mashed potatoes, or served with kale and quinoa. You could add extra spices to this mixture. Note: Hong uses Mediterranean or Celtic sea salt. Yam Gnocchi with Puttanesca 1 yam (1 ½ cups) 2 eggs ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese ¼ tsp nutmeg (freshly grated) 1 cup flour salt and pepper Boil yam until fork tender Remove from water, remove skin and place aside in a large bowl. Mash up the yam and slowly add the flour and then the rest of the ingredients to form a dough. Roll it out to ¼” thick. Form a rope and cut into small bits. Place on a lightly floured baking pan Slowly put them into boiling salted water for about 5 minutes until they float to the surface. Drizzle with a little oil after removed from the water. Place gnocchi in sauce garnished with parmesan.

2 cloves garlic, minced together with 1 tbsp anchovies or 3 anchovies 1/4 cup olive oil ½ onion, finely diced 2 roma tomatoes, diced ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese Could add 6 – 8 kalamata olives or ¼ c Serrano pepper, minced if desired Heat a large saucepan on medium. Add olive oil and anchovy mix and heat until slightly browned. Add onions. Turn off heat and then add tomatoes. Place gnocchi in sauce garnished with parmesan cheese. Mindy and Lisa Elgert, co-owners of Cana Vines Winery did the wine pairing. They are one of Oliver’s newest wineries located just north of Gallagher Lake. A visit to their winery is a must. The wines are really good but you also have to experience the ambiance they have created. Take your glass of wine out to their gazebo and smell the flowers and chat to your friends. It would be a perfect place to hold a wedding. Lisa says that they are hoping to have some picnic snacks available next year You can find the Spring Cooking Class Schedule at Osoyoos Home Hardware by going to their website: Osoyooshomehardware.ca and press cooking classes. Tickets will go on sale on Saturday, February 8 at 9 am for walk- ins and 10 am for phone in orders. Call (250) 495-6534.

Small changes can make a big difference to your heart health (NC) More Canadians than ever are surviving heart attacks and strokes, even though these events are serious and can be life-threatening. In fact, the death rate from cardiovascular disease has declined more than 75 per cent over the past 60 years, and last year alone this resulted in 165,000 survivors. But there is still cause for concern. According to a new report from the Heart and Stroke Foundation, not all survivors are able to make the healthy changes needed to make the best recovery possible and help avoid another event. Based on a poll of 2,000 survivors and their loved ones, survivors report success with eating healthier, quitting smoking, and reducing alcohol consumption. However, many survivors report that they struggle to maintain a healthy weight, to be physically active and to reduce stress. “After going through a major event like a heart attack, it may be daunting to think about making many changes all at once,” says Dr. Beth Abramson, spokesperson for the

Heart and Stroke Foundation and author of Heart Health for Canadians. “What people don't realize is that small changes over time can make a big difference. This can be as simple as choosing a piece of fruit over a sugary or salty snack, or getting off the bus a few stops early to walk a bit more.” Here are some tips that can help everyone – whether they are living with cardiovascular disease or not – get started on a healthier path: Let the Food Guide guide you. Follow Canada's Food Guide and ensure that half your plate is vegetables, one quarter meat or alternatives such as beans, lentils or tofu, and one quarter grains such as rice or pasta. Add in a glass of milk or some yogurt and fruit. Planning makes perfect. Plan your meals each week and make a list before heading to the grocery store. Cook healthy meals in bigger batches and freeze them.

Accept all substitutes. Use healthier fats, for example olive oil instead of butter. Use fresh or dried herbs, spices, flavoured vinegars or lemon juice instead of salt to enhance flavour. In baking, cut down on the fat content by using fruit sauce and replace white flour with whole wheat. Find what moves you. No need to go to a gym, just do whatever you enjoy – any activity can have a positive impact. And remember, if you are pressed for time, you can work in activity in 10-minute bouts. Mix it up. Try new foods such as a new fruit or vegetable each time you shop, and choose a new recipe to try each week. Vary your exercise as well: yard work one day, an exercise class the next, and a ski or bike ride after that. Play in the park with the kids or take a walk with a friend or neighbour. For more information, or to donate online, visit heartandstroke.ca.

OKANAGAN SUN • FEBRUARY 2014 • 29

Feb 1: Osoyoos Coyotes host the North Okanagan Knights at Sunbowl Arena in Osoyoos. Puck drops at 7:35 pm. Feb 8: Oliver CFK Family Fair at Oliver Community Centre. Play, do, learn and socialize. Oliver & area families with children 0-6 years. Free admission. Feb 8: Osoyoos Coyotes battle the Chase Heat at Sunbowl Arena in Osoyoos. Puck drops at 7:35 pm. Feb 12: Free information seminar: Healthy Living For Older Adults. Topics will include heart health, diabetes, and arthritis. Presenter Tony Kim, UBC Pharmacy student. Oliver Community Centre, Meeting Room #1. 6:30 - 8:00 pm. For more information call 250-498-4985. Feb 12: Osoyoos Coyotes take on the Princeton Posse at Sunbowl Arena in Osoyoos. Gametime 7:35 pm. Feb 13: Don Stewart: The music of Nat King Cole. Osoyoos Secondary School Mini Theatre, 7:30 pm. Advance Sales: $23 Rush seating: $25 Tickets available at Imperial Office Pro in Osoyoos and Sundance Video in Oliver. Feb 15: Snowy Owl - Movie & an Expert. 2 pm - 4 pm at the Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos. Journey deep into snowy owl tundra to observe the daily struggles involved in raising a family of owlets in the documentary ‘Magic of the Snowy Owl.’ Following the film Lauren Meads, Executive Manager of the South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls, will discuss rehabilitation of snowy owls and other owl species in the Okana30 www.oksun.ca

gan. Admission by donation. Feb 15: Osoyoos Coyotes in home ice action against the Kelowna Chiefs. Game begins at 7:35 pm at Sunbowl Arena. Feb 15 - Mar 15: Guest Artist Kindrie Grove at Osoyoos Art Gallery. Feb 22: Spring Fashion Show presented by St. Anne’s Catholic Women’s League & Boutique de Sonia. 1:00 - 3:00 pm at St. Anne’s Catholic Church hall. $12. Advance tickets only at Boutique de Sonia or Imperial Office Pro. Dessert, door prizes, 50/50. Feb 22: Women of Oliver for Women Society present the Mainly For Women Trade Show at Oliver Community Centre 10:00am - 4:00pm. Free admission. Everyone welcome. Interesting exhibits. For more information call Sally at 250-498-0104. Feb 26: Osoyoos Coyotes 2013/2014 Awards Banquet at the Sonora Community Centre. Dinner (catered by Troy Bratton of TDC Catering) is at 6:30 pm Achievement Awards - 7:30 to 9:00 pm. Tickets are $30 and available by contacting Randy Bedard at 250.485.2412. Mar 1: Sixth Annual BC Open Crokinole Championship. Over $1,600 in cash prizes to be won. Entry fees $25 (recreational) $30 (competitive) Oliver Community Centre. For information or to register call Ed, Darlene or Michael 250-494-9310.

Add your event to the Around Town calendar by emailing info@oksun.ca. It’s free! Join us for winter Storytime at the Okanagan Falls Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library. Wednesdays at 1:00 pm from February 5th to April 23rd. Stories, Crafts, Songs and Fingerplays are fun for the whole family! No need to preregister for this free program – just drop in. The Okanagan Falls Branch of the ORL is located at 850 Railway Lane. For more information please call 250-497-5886 or visit www.orl. bc.ca.

Every Monday Alcoholic Anonymous meetings, St. Anne Parish, Osoyoos, 7 pm Every 3rd Monday Arthritis community group, Osoyoos Health Centre, 1 pm Everyone welcome Info: 495-8041, 495-3554 First Monday Parkinson’s Disease group, Osoyoos Health Unit, 1 pm Maureen 250-495-7978 Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday Oliver Kiwanis Club, Community Centre, noon lnfo: Rosemary 250- 498-0426 Every Tuesday Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Oliver Search & Rescue Bldg. 4 pm-5:30 pm Info: Norma 250-498-8455 Third Tuesday Soroptimist Osoyoos, McKia’s Restaurant, 6 pm (no meetings summers) Info: Doris 250-495-442 New members welcome Third Tuesday Women of Oliver for Women Info: 250-498-0104 First & Third Tuesday Osoyoos Quilters, Anglican Church Hall, 9 am Info: 259- 4954569 First & Third Tuesday Oliver Royal Purple Lodge #63, Elks Hall, 7:30 pm Info: Annie 250- 498-2170 Every Tuesday Toastmasters, Oliver, 7 pm Info: Bill 259- 485-0006. First & Third Tuesday Osoyoos Photography Club, Room above Art Gallery, 7 pm Info: Peter 250-535-1278 First & Third Wednesday Osoyoos Royal Purple Lodge #240, Elks Hall, 7:30 pm Info: 250-495-6748 First Wednesday & Second Thursday O’s Own Writers, Osoyoos Art Gallery, 10 am (Wednesdays) and 7:30 pm (Thursdays) New members welcome Last Wednesday every month Osoyoos Reiki group, Holistic Desert Connections Info: 250-495-5424 Every Thursday Bingo, Osoyoos Senior Centre,1 pm First & Third Thursday Kiwanis Club of Osoyoos, Cactus Ridge, noon. Info: Donna 250- 495-7701 Second Thursday Multiple Sclerosis group, Oliver Community Services basement, 10 am – noon. Info: Cathy 250-4956866 Thursdays Osoyoos Rotary Club, McKia’s Restaurant, noon.Visitors welcome Every Thursday Desert Sage Spinners & Weavers drop-in, Oliver Community Centre, 10 am to 3 pm. Info: 250-498-6649 First & Third Thursday Osoyoos Lake Lions Club, Jack Shaw Gardens, 7 pm Info: 250-495-2993 Every Thursday Oliver & Osoyoos Search & Rescue. Oliver SAR hall, 7 pm www.oosar.org. Every Friday night Osoyoos Elks Bingo. Doors open 5 pm Bingo starts 7 pm

Known around the Okanagan for fresh food & excellent service! Set under the dramatic landscape of McIntyre Bluff (Indian Head), the historic Ye Olde Welcome Inn has been a long-time favorite place for people to relax and dine by the real wood burning fireplace. Enjoy a barbeque on the patio or play a game of pool or darts.

39008 Hwy 97 Oliver at Gallagher Lake

250-498-8840

Our extensive menu features most meals for under $10 or up to $19.95 for a New York Steak and Lobster. You can depend on Dale or any of the eight year-round staff to give you â&#x20AC;&#x153;old school serviceâ&#x20AC;? every day of the year, with a chef on duty until 11:00PM seven days a week. Come savour fresh, homemade food served by well trained staff in our warm, friendly and comfortable establishment! Eat in or take out.

Is your regular restaurant closed or shut down? Ye Olde Welcome Inn has wonderful chefs in every day until 10 pm.

Oliver

Okanagan Falls