Oliver’s accessibility plan has been completed
Oliver’s foundational document to make the town more accessible and age-friendly is now in place.
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Town denies large grant request, suggests others
The Oliver Curling Club Society (OCCS) was denied a $200,000 grant for their accessibility project as too big of an ask by Oliver town council.
Students hopeful that budget will include $$
Monday’s speech from the Throne leaves students hopeful that Budget 2023 will include provisions that increase funding to post-secondary institutions in the province.
Oliver Curling Club to be more accessible
The Oliver Curling Club will soon undergo renovations to make the facility more accessible to the handicapped. Last weekend a “Give Our Club a Lift” bonspiel was held to raise funds for the project that will see an elevator and two accessible washrooms installed.
EDITORIAL: October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, which apparently exists “to increase awareness of the positive outcomes of hiring persons with disabilities in Canada.”
Accessible pathway keeps it cool
A multi-use asphalt pathway at Legion Beach that could have posed a safety risk in the heat of Osoyoos summers will stay safe and cool for foot traffic of all kinds.
B.C. recruiting for accessibility committees
Applications are open for people who want to help develop the Province’s first two standards for accessibility. The two new technical committees will assist in the development of the employment accessibility standard and the accessible service delivery standard, respectively.
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Spirit of the Game leaving local legacy
Dale Boyd Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Spirit of the Game is leaving its legacy with its...
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