COMMUNITY

August 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st 1pm – 3pm at the Bluebird building Way Members, the OKIB Elders team will be hosting a craft and visit series at the Bluebird…

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1 Tue

Your Absence is Mineral

Time: 10 am
Where: Vernon Public Art Gallery (confirmed by the desk)

@ Sarah Steeves Caroline Galbraith Gallery & Up-front Gallery September 1 – October 7, 2026 Closing Reception : October 6, 2026, from 6 to 8 pm Publication…

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1 Tue

Delicous Oysters

Time: 11:30 am
Where: Miradoro Restaurant, 537 Tinhorn Creek Rd. British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ September Oysters & Bubbles @ Miradoro $3. 25 oysters! Daily, any amount, until sold out. Lightning Rock sparkling wine feature!

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1 Tue

Free Live Music Tuesday with Lewis Cardinal

Time: 5 pm
Where: Nostalgia Wines, 4900 Black Sage Road British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ We’re excited to have Lewis Cardinal bringing the soundtrack for the night, delivering live music that’ll keep the energy up and the crowd moving.

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2 Wed

125th Armstrong IPE & Stampede

Time: 10 am
Where: Armstrong IPE & Stampede, Armstrong Fair grounds

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2 Wed

Delicous Oysters

Time: 11:30 am
Where: Miradoro Restaurant, 537 Tinhorn Creek Rd. British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ September Oysters & Bubbles @ Miradoro $3. 25 oysters! Daily, any amount, until sold out. Lightning Rock sparkling wine feature!

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2 Wed

Wahine Wednesday Women’s Paddle + Social

Time: 6 pm
Where: Kalavida Surf Shop, Kalavida Surf Shop 13908 Kalamalka Road Coldstream, BC, V1B 1Y9

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2 Wed

OKIB Wildfire Training

Time: 7 pm
Where: Territorial Stewardship Division, 12 Bonneau Rd

An Information Session for the training will be hosted Sept 2nd, 7pm at TSD Office (12 Bonneau Road) OKIB is offering an information session for an upcoming…

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3 Thu

Delicous Oysters

Time: 11:30 am
Where: Miradoro Restaurant, 537 Tinhorn Creek Rd. British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ September Oysters & Bubbles @ Miradoro $3. 25 oysters! Daily, any amount, until sold out. Lightning Rock sparkling wine feature!

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3 Thu

Sexual Health & Reproductive Health Clinic

Time: 1 pm
Where: Oliver Health Centre, 930 Spillway Rd, Oliver

@ Sexual & Reproductive Health Clinic – Oliver Looking for confidential, accessible sexual and reproductive health services?

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3 Thu

Thursday Live Music

Time: 4 pm
Where: Black Hills Estate Winery, 4190 Black Sage Road British Columbia Oliver V0H1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ Join us on select Thursdays from June 18 to September 24 and enjoy oysters from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, with live music continuing until 6:30 pm.

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3 Thu

Live Music with Doug Robb at Farmstrong Cider Co.

Time: 4 pm
Where: Farmstrong Cider Comapny, 4300 Maw Road, Armstrong, British Columbia, V4Y 0M2

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3 Thu

Free Live Music Thursday With Mick James

Time: 5 pm
Where: Nostalgia Wines, 4900 Black Sage Road British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ t’s going to be an evening full of great connections, high energy, and even better vibes as we continue this tradition together.

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3 Thu

Live Music Happy Hour ft. Lewis Cardinal

Time: 5 pm
Where: Vasanti Estate Winery, 7222 BC Hwy 97, Oliver

@ Join us for live-music Thursdays during our Happy Hour! Reserve your tickets to guarantee you have a seat.

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3 Thu

Passion Speech Night

Time: 7 pm
Where: Venables Theatre, Oliver

@ About the Event The eleven, 2026 Candidates present their passion speeches, covering topics that are serious, funny and motivational.

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4 Fri

Paragliding Fly-In

Time: 8 am
Where: Baldy Mountain Resort, 2680 Mount Baldy Rd British Columbia Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Canada, Oliver, BC

@ Baldy Fly-in Paragliding Event Labour Day weekend is set to be a fun one at Baldy!

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4 Fri

Ask Me Anything

Time: 8 am
Where: Bartier Bros. Winery, 4821 Ryegrass Road British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ Every Friday, 3–5 PM Join us on the Bartier Bros.

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4 Fri

The Bread Project

Time: 11 am
Where: Bartier Bros. Winery, 4821 Ryegrass Road British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

Until May 24, 2026 purchase The Pairing Project Passport for only $99.

Details from the organiser

4 Fri

Delicous Oysters

Time: 11:30 am
Where: Miradoro Restaurant, 537 Tinhorn Creek Rd. British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ September Oysters & Bubbles @ Miradoro $3. 25 oysters! Daily, any amount, until sold out. Lightning Rock sparkling wine feature!

Details from the organiser

4 Fri

Youth Leadership Council – Shop and Bop Clothing Swap and Sewing workshop

Time: 3 pm
Where: New Horizons

New date: September 4th 3pm to 6pm at the New Horizons Building Open to all OKIB Members Way’ Members, The second Shop and Bop event date has been moved to…

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4 Fri

Fender Fridays | Show & Shine

Time: 4 pm
Where: Gino’s Coffee House, 8316 Main St, Oosyoos

@ EVERY FRIDAY OPEN UNTIL 6pm Love classic cars? Come show yours off! Or just come take a look.

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4 Fri

Friday Night POP ROCK MUSIC BINGO

Time: 6 pm
Where: District Wine Village, 100 Enterprise Way British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T0 Canada, Oliver

@ EVERY FRIDAY THIS SUMMER No

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4 Fri

Cooking Class Dinners

Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Hester Creek Estate Winery, 877 Road 8 · Box 1605 British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T0 Canada, Oliver

@ Join one of only 14 guests seated in our state of the art demonstration kitchen for a locally sourced, seasonally inspired menu skillfully paired with our…

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5 Sat

Sessions Saturday Ride

Time: 8 am
Where: Sessions Outdoor Sports, 8503 78 Ave, Osoyoos

@ Join Sesssions Outdoor Sports on the Saturday Rides.

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5 Sat

Pine & Peak Summer Markets

Time: 8 am
Where: Baldy Mountain Resort, 2680 Mount Baldy Rd British Columbia Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Canada, Oliver, BC

@ Pine and Peak Summer Artisan Markets (Looking for Vendors) Dates: June 27th, August 1st, September 5th & 6th, October 3rd Introducing the Pine and Peak…

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5 Sat

Live Music & Food Truck Saturdays

Time: 11 am
Where: River Stone Estate Winery, 143 Buchanan Drive British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T2 Canada, Oliver

@ Join us at River Stone Estate Winery from mid-June through mid-September for laid-back afternoons filled with great wine, live tunes, and tasty bites.

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5 Sat

The Bread Project

Time: 11 am
Where: Bartier Bros. Winery, 4821 Ryegrass Road British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

Until May 24, 2026 purchase The Pairing Project Passport for only $99.

Details from the organiser

5 Sat

“Haute” Dog Days Of Summer

Time: 11:30 am
Where: Blasted Church, 378 Parsons Rd, Okanagan Fallas

@ Chef John Burke is ready to grill! No need to confess: we know you dream of Chef’s Haute Dogs all year long!

Details from the organiser

5 Sat

Delicous Oysters

Time: 11:30 am
Where: Miradoro Restaurant, 537 Tinhorn Creek Rd. British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ September Oysters & Bubbles @ Miradoro $3. 25 oysters! Daily, any amount, until sold out. Lightning Rock sparkling wine feature!

Details from the organiser

5 Sat

Country Crush Festival

Time: 12 pm
Where: Nostalgia Wines, 4900 Black Sage Road British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ 9th Annual Country Crush Festival Saturday, September 5th Winery open: 10am–7pm | Event: 12pm–5pm Nostalgia Wines, 4900 Black Sage Road, Oliver, BC Boots…

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5 Sat

Live Music On The Patio

Time: 1 pm
Where: Hester Creek Estate Winery, 877 Road 8 · Box 1605 British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T0 Canada, Oliver

@ Every weekend in the summer we host local musicians live on the patio at the Wine Shop from May to October and celebrate the incredible talent coming out of…

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5 Sat

The Fates & The Keys

Time: 2:30 pm
Where: Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio

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5 Sat

Oyster Hour

Time: 3 pm
Where: Sonora Room Restaurant, 500 Burrowing Owl Pl, Oliver

@ Every Saturday & Sunday, 3:00 – 4:30 pm It is the perfect piece of a summer weekend to relax in the sun while enjoying the briny deliciousness of fresh…

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5 Sat

Gamay Grooves

Time: 6 pm
Where: Domaine Artema Winery, 4078 Black Sage Rd, Oliver

@ Get ready to turn up the summer vibes at Gamay Grooves , a lively outdoor music series at Domaine Artema Winery.

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5 Sat

Evening Treasures

Time: 9 pm
Where: Osoyoos Desert Centre, 14580 146 Avenue British Columbia Osoyoos V0H 1V0 Canada, Osoyoos

@ Cacthy the ringed ebauty Saturn along with various clusters and nebulae through John’s 8-Inch mirrir reflecting telescope.

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6 Sun

Pine & Peak Summer Markets

Time: 8 am
Where: Baldy Mountain Resort, 2680 Mount Baldy Rd British Columbia Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Canada, Oliver, BC

@ Pine and Peak Summer Artisan Markets (Looking for Vendors) Dates: June 27th, August 1st, September 5th & 6th, October 3rd Introducing the Pine and Peak…

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6 Sun

Station Street Market

Time: 9 am
Where: Oliver Lions Park, Station St. British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T0 Canada, Oliver

@ The Station Street Market is located in between the Visitor Information Centre and the Coast Hotel in the beautiful grass area just off Station Street.

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6 Sun

Sculpt & Sip Sundays

Time: 9 am
Where: District Wine Village, 100 Enterprise Way British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T0 Canada, Oliver

Strong bodies. Sunny vibes. Sunday tradition.

Details from the organiser

6 Sun

The Bread Project

Time: 11 am
Where: Bartier Bros. Winery, 4821 Ryegrass Road British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

Until May 24, 2026 purchase The Pairing Project Passport for only $99.

Details from the organiser

6 Sun

Delicous Oysters

Time: 11:30 am
Where: Miradoro Restaurant, 537 Tinhorn Creek Rd. British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ September Oysters & Bubbles @ Miradoro $3. 25 oysters! Daily, any amount, until sold out. Lightning Rock sparkling wine feature!

Details from the organiser

6 Sun

Live Music On The Patio

Time: 1 pm
Where: Hester Creek Estate Winery, 877 Road 8 · Box 1605 British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T0 Canada, Oliver

@ Every weekend in the summer we host local musicians live on the patio at the Wine Shop from May to October and celebrate the incredible talent coming out of…

Details from the organiser

6 Sun

Sunday Service | Live Music

Time: 2 pm
Where: Blasted Church, 378 Parsons Rd, Okanagan Fallas

@ Live Music on the Patio all season Confess your love for great wine and live music by coming to Blasted Church on Sunday!

Details from the organiser

6 Sun

Classic Car Cruise-In

Time: 4 pm
Where: Nostalgia Wines, 4900 Black Sage Road British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T1 Canada, Oliver

@ Every Sunday from 4pm-7pm May 17th-Sept 27th we invite the hot rod, classic car, supercar and show car community to swing on by our lounge to show off your…

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6 Sun

A Celebration of Harvest

Time: 4 pm
Where: Evans Ave, 1243 Evans Ave, Penticton

@ Sip, chat, and celebrate our single vineyard series wines in a beautiful vineyard setting with canapés, live music and Gneiss wines.

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Also coming up 8 of 56

Mon, Sep 7 The Bread Project
Mon, Sep 7 Delicous Oysters
Mon, Sep 7 Blind Tastings
Mon, Sep 7 Randy’s Cheeseburger Picnic Comedy Tour
Tue, Sep 8 Regular Council Meeting – 6:00 p.m.
Tue, Sep 8 Band Council Meeting
Tue, Sep 8 Root & Ritual
Tue, Sep 8 The Bread Project

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COMMUNITY

Navigating Blended Family Wills and Estate Options

Lawyer Paul Hergott outlines estate planning considerations and tactical options for individuals navigating blended family wills and stepchild inheritances.

Published

13 hours ago

September 14, 2026

Current Editor

Managing Assets in Blended Families

In blended families where stepchildren are involved, conventional mirror wills can sometimes lead to unwanted outcomes. Under a standard arrangement, combined assets pass entirely to the surviving partner, and subsequently to designated heirs upon the second spouse’s death. However, when a stepparent wishes to prevent their half of the estate from passing to a stepchild, alternative strategies may be considered.

Unilateral Options and Tactical Considerations

If a spouse outlives their partner and gains full ownership of combined assets, drafting a new will allows them to alter how their portion is distributed. This can be accomplished independently, effectively revoking any prior will without notifying the original law firm holding the documents. Alternatively, individuals may assess life expectancy factors or choose to address estate adjustments directly with their spouse, which could include negotiating legal agreements or presenting an ultimatum regarding asset division.

Potential Risks and Reciprocal Actions

Spouses should remain aware that estate planning actions can be taken by either party. If one partner suspects that agreed-upon distribution plans will not be honoured after their passing, they may also make confidential updates to ensure their personal share of the wealth is directed straight to their chosen beneficiaries.

BC STORIES

Why Canadians and Americans Are Gathering at the Border to Remember 9/11 Together

Hundreds gathered at the B.C.-Washington Peace Arch monument for the 25th 9/11 anniversary to honour first responders and showcase cross-border unity.

Published

2 days ago

September 12, 2026

Current Editor

Cross-Border Gathering Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11

About 500 people joined a motorcycle procession as part of the annual Northwest 9/11 Memorial ceremony on Friday morning at the Peace Arch monument along the B.C.-Washington state border. Hundreds of attendees from both Canada and the United States assembled to mark the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, putting aside current political and trade friction between the two countries to pay tribute to first responders and those who lost their lives.

Honouring Sacrifices and Shared Bonds

The memorial service, which commemorates the collapse of the World Trade Centre towers in New York City that killed nearly 3,000 people, featured a helicopter flypast, national anthem performances, and a barbeque alongside the procession. Event co-chair Howard Blank emphasized that the spirit of the event surpasses any ongoing disagreements between the nations, stating that they come together as one when necessary.

First Responders Share Memories

Former New York fire department members were among those participating in the event. Retired paramedic Roberto Abril, who arrived at the scene shortly after 9 a.m. ET on Sept. 11, 2001, reflected on the tragic loss of his work partner, Carlos Lillo, who died in the North Tower. Attending the ceremony for his third time, Abril described the two nations as family who will eventually return to their close bond despite temporary disputes. Former firefighter Cody Stamberger, who joined the search efforts later that day, noted that the ceremony highlights the solidarity between both countries during challenging periods and offers an opportunity to honour the sacrifices made.

COMMUNITY

New Agreement to Bring Forestry Jobs and Management to Osoyoos Indian Band

The Osoyoos Indian Band and Gorman Group partner through Similkameen Forest Products Ltd. to manage TFL 59, bringing jobs and local planning to the OIB.

Published

2 days ago

September 12, 2026

Current Editor

Direct Role in Planning TFL 59

A new partnership between the Osoyoos Indian Band (OIB) and the Gorman Group, signed via Similkameen Forest Products Ltd., ensures the OIB will participate directly in managing Tree Farm Licence 59. Located in the band’s traditional territory east of Oliver, the forest licence area will now involve early-stage planning by Nk’Mip Forestry LLP, the OIB’s forestry company.

Community Benefits and Local Economic Impact

The joint arrangement focuses on keeping local forestry benefits within the community. “This partnership will help create more jobs, specific training opportunities, and longer-term revenue for the Osoyoos Indian Band and our people,” said OIB Chief Clarence Louie. He added that the agreement enables the OIB to build skills and experience for future responsibilities while strengthening its position in the local forest economy.

Balancing Cultural Priorities and Industrial Supply

Nk’Mip will collaborate with Similkameen Forest Products Ltd. to plan proposed harvest sites. Their work will incorporate considerations for wildlife habitat, forest health, water quality, wildfire resilience, and sites of cultural or traditional importance. Norm Druck, South Zone Woodlands Manager for the Gorman Group, emphasized the area’s dual significance, noting that this portion of land represents the cultural heartland of the band—supporting traditional medicines, food, jobs, and spiritual well-being—while also supplying timber for the Gorman Group’s regional manufacturing facilities.