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More than 300 people attended an open house last week to learn more about water metering and the proposed billing options for the community.

The municipality has installed residential water meters and staff and council are working to determine a fair billing system so the meters can be used beginning early in 2014. “We had a lot of questions. We had a lot of data,” said municipal planner Ian McIntosh. He said many of the

questions raised at the open house were about the two billing methods under consideration. Both billing systems begin with a base rate for the service. From there, rates are based on consumption. The initial water use is billed at a much lower rate than the rate charged for excess use.

McIntosh said municipal staff will now consider the comments received and may make adjustments to the billing structures as a result. Mock bills, to show water consumption and the charges under a metered water system, will likely be sent out in early June and throughout the summer.

In October, another open house on water metering will be held. “There are a lot of people in the community who have a lot of good ideas,” he said. If the concerns can be addressed quickly after that open house, metering will likely be in place at the start of 2014.

Orchard award

A Summerland cherry grower has received an award for his work.

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Earth Week

Summerland has many events and activities in place for Earth Week next month.

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Apple funds

Growers of two new apple varieties are receiving provincial funding to help promote their apples.

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Okanagan origins

An upcoming presentation will examine the origins of the region.

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Hockey tourney

Three Novice hockey teams from Summerland hosted a weekend tournament.

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YOUR SMILE Have you heard about the new restaurant on the moon? The food is great but the place has no atmosphere.

Examining water rates

Jeremy Denegar, director of corporate services for the municipality, shows Ali Hawk how her water bill would be affected under two proposed billing options. The municipality held an open house on the water billing options last week.

Food bank gets larger space by John Arendt

A community resource centre in the lower level of the Summerland United Church has given more space for the Summerland Food Bank. On Tuesday, the food bank moved into the larger space, replacing the cramped quarters it had

used in the past. Other services and resource information will be in the centre in the future. John Bubb of Summerland United Church said the centre will be fully operational in April. An official opening will take place in early May. The centre has been in

the works since the fall of 2011 as a one-stop centre for people in need. In October, when the concept was presented to Summerland council, Bubb said the centre was needed since Summerland has been losing social programs. In December, council approved a $20,000

grant-in-aid for the Summerland Community Resource Centre. The cost of operating the centre is estimated at $42,000 a year. Money for its operations includes $12,000 from Summerland United Church, $10,000 from the Summerland Food Bank and the remainder from the

municipality. Bubb said the church is still looking for an employee to staff the centre. He added that there is a need for the centre in Summerland, but not necessarily a need for the various agencies to have a full-time presence in the community.

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Cherry grower wins award of merit by Barbara Manning Grimm

Pruning trees

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Summerland orchardist Keith Carlson prunes cherry trees in his orchard. Carlson, who has been growing cherries for 22 years, recently received an award of merit from the B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association.

interface. Carcajou Fruit uses the SmartHort traceability software system that Keith began developing 10 years ago. As a sideline,

Keith sells bird netting and packing equipment. Keith has served on a number of advisory committees for the BCFGA and the fruit

industry. He chaired BC-GAP (the precursor to Canada-GAP); he was a member of BCAC’s funding review committee for environmental innov-

ation; and is currently a member of the Agri-Flex committee for the BC tree fruit industry, to name just a few. Carlson has been

an executive member of the BCFGA, the Okanagan Kootenay Cherry Growers Association and the Okanagan Plant Improvement Com-

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Summerland orchardist Keith Carlson has received an award of merit from the B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association. Carlson has been growing sweet cherries in Summerland for 22 years. Since 1998 he has been an independent cherry packer. His family business is Carcajou Fruit Company Limited and his box label is “Sweet Diamond.” The Carlson and his wife Jan grow 40 acres of cherries in Summerland. The cherries are picked and packed with Global GAP certification and sold to markets in Europe, Asia, and Canada by Graem Nelson Associates Ltd. Carlson is well aware of the challenges of urban farming as many of his plantings are surrounded by residential housing while others border waterways and wilderness

pany (PICO). He is currently the president and chair of PICO( 2006-2012). In his capacity as PICO president, Carlson has been instrumental in the commercialization of Staccato cherries and Ambrosia apples. He has represented PICO in Chile (2009), Berlin’s Fruit Logistica (2010), Australia and New Zealand (2011). Prior to his life as a cherry grower, Carlson owned an electrical contracting company in Norman Wells, NWT. After the Norman Wells pipeline was commissioned (1984), he worked as the electrical foreman for Interprovincial Pipeline Limited (the company now known as Enbridge). When not engaged in agriculture, Keith likes to go mountain biking. For further information on the Carlson orchard, see carcajoufruit.wordpress. com.

“I think B.C. needs a handle on debt/ deficit as well as elimination of party politics so MLAs can vote the will of the people not the will of the Premier,” said Maxwell. The B.C. First platform includes a number of substantial changes to how parliament operates, including electing the premier at large provincially, reducing the number of members of the legislative assembly, introducing free votes and making the government accountable through initiative, referendums and recall.

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Summerland’s treasurer resigns by John Arendt

With just a few weeks remaining until the 2013 budget is finalized, Summerland municipal

treasurer Ken Ostraat has resigned from his position. Ostraat, the treasurer for the past two decades, said there have been several

recent changes within the municipality. Last year, while the municipality was without an administrator, Ostraat took on the role of

acting administrator in addition to his finance duties. This left him in two roles which both had significant responsibilities. “Last year was a pretty stressful year for me,” Ostraat said. While the muni-

cipal budget has not yet been approved, Ostraat said the work has been completed. He is now looking for another treasurer position. Municipal administrator Tom Day said Ostraat finished his work at the municipality on March 11,

but is now using his remaining vacation time. Mayor Janice Perrino said Ostraat’s decision to retire from the municipality means the municipality will need to hire a temporary treasurer to work with the last details

of the budget before hiring a permanent replacement. She said Ostraat has been an asset to the municipality. “He’s a very, very special man and I wish him the best of luck,” she said. “He has my ultimate respect.”

Money to promote two varieties developed in Summerland

tre in Summerland and launched in 2012. The Okanagan Plant Improvement Corporation is receiving $25,000 to assist in promoting awareness for the Born in B.C. Raised in the Okanagan brand and the two apples. “Being from the Okanagan there is always a sense of pride when I see our local, high-quality fruits being shared

with the rest of B.C. and the world,” said John Kingsmill, general manager and CEO of the plant improvement corporation. “With an estimated $54 million in farm gate sales in 2012, the British Columbia apple industry has much to celebrate and I congratulate PICO on receiving this funding.” The money will also go to educate fruit growers and

retailers about the brand. The Salish apple is a medium sized apple with a pinkish red blush per a yellow background. Its flavour is described as tangy, juicy and very crisp. The Aurora Golden Gala is a mid-season yellow dessert apple. Its flavour is described as light with honey and tropical notes.

Apple growers receive funds Growers of two new apple varieties are receiving funds from the Buy Local program to help promote the apples. The Salish apple and the Aurora Golden Gala apple were both developed at the Pacific Agrifood Research Cen-

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Painting a banner

Saige Cleary, six years old, paints a street banner at the Summerland Art Gallery. The banners will be displayed on light posts downtown and on a portion of Lakeshore Drive this spring and summer.

Police report Sunglasses stolen

A pair of VonZipper sunglasses was taken from a vehicle parked on Swallowbeck Avenue earlier this week. The theft occurred overnight on March 17. Police say the vehicle was not locked at the time. The value of the sunglasses is estimated at $150.

Trees damaged

On March 16 at 3:35 p.m., police were called after a vehicle went into an orchard on Cedar Avenue and damaged two trees. The vehicle, believed to be a Toyota, caused an estimated $700 in damages.

Vehicle crosses median

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Volunteer support It is sad to watch when a community service organization disbands. Last week, the Women’s Opportunity Ser vice Organization folded after 11 years. Over the years, this organization has provided for the needs of Summerland. As a result of fundraising initiatives, it has contributed thousands of dollars to numerous groups within the community. It has also supplied $1,000 each year to an individual wanting to improve in a chosen field. The absence of this organization will be felt throughout the community. While the demise of the Women’s Opportunity Service Organization is tragic, the future of other community groups is uncertain. A few decades ago, service organizations were much more active and had many more members, but over the years, membership lists have been declining. Eventually, if the numbers are too small, a group has no choice but to fold. This was a factor in the demise of the Women’s Opportunity Service Organization. It would be easy to attribute the declining numbers to apathy or a lack of volunteer spirit, but such a conclusion is not accurate. There are many who will volunteer as coaches or sports league organizers, working with arts and culture groups, helping with the youth of our community or organizing festivals and special events. The nature of volunteer work is changing, but the willingness to volunteer remains. Still, without the long dedication of stalwart volunteers at organizations such as the Women’s Opportunity Service Organization, the fundraising necessary to help other worthwhile groups and organizations will be affected. As a community, we need to address the declining membership in our service organizations and we need to find ways to respond.

The expanded space for the Summerland Food Bank and the community resource centre in the lower level of the Summerland United Church will provide some important social services to the community. The cost of operating the centre, estimated at $42,000 a year, is significant, but it is important to provide the services to those who are in need.

Both parties have betrayed us VICTORIA – There was some public business conducted in the final frantic days of the B.C. legislature session last week, but you likely wouldn’t have heard much about it. Premier Christy Clark’s skimpy governing agenda was overshadowed by the delivery of an internal investigation report into her government’s ethnic outreach Tom Fletcher program. A review by four deputy ministers detailed what reporters already knew from a memo and meeting notes leaked to the NDP. The plan started in the premier’s office, led by Clark’s deputy chief of staff, who resigned as soon as it was made public. A B.C. Liberal Party employee attended the first meeting, expressly intended to organize events to impress immigrant communities, then harvest the goodwill in the form of contact lists for the coming election campaign. After 10,000 e-mails were collected and 27 interviews conducted, they revealed a few significant details. Former multiculturalism minister John Yap knew or should have known that the scheme was being kept secret because it was an inappropriate use of government resources. He won’t be back in cabinet, although Clark said he intends to run for re-election in Rich-

mond-Steveston. Yap’s executive assistant resigned when the report came out, admitting he helped cover the tracks of political meddling in the hiring of three outreach contractors with sufficient loyalty to the party. Clark insists she knew nothing of this plan. She tabled the investigation report, and then announced that the B.C. Liberal Party had written a $70,000 cheque to the government to cover the estimated cost of the inappropriate political work done by non-political staff. Here’s the part taxpayers may not fully appreciate. There are authorized political staffers all over the legislature, in the premier’s office, the opposition leader’s office and two teams of caucus employees who spend much of their time digging up dirt on the other party. All are paid by you and me. A line is crossed only when a non-political employee such as a ministry communications director acts on behalf of the party. The main offender in that capacity was one Brian Bonney, whose records suggested he spent half of his time on party work. He quit in February, before the plan was leaked, and the party paid back half of his salary for the 18 months he was on the public payroll. NDP outrage over this was blunted by another leaked document. This one was from a never-released 2010 report by Auditor General John Doyle, which condemned a

five-year program of skimming money from NDP constituency office budgets all over the province and using it for political work. In a nice bit of symmetry, much of the more than $400,000 was spent to put three-time candidate Gabriel Yiu on the NDP caucus payroll. Yiu’s Vancouver-Fraserview candidate page boasts of his ethnic outreach work, which included tirelessly warning B.C.’s Chinese community about the evils of the harmonized sales tax. In fact, it was the NDP-Yiu operation that inspired a B.C. Liberal copycat plan. The NDP quietly stopped the budget skimming after Doyle pointed out the blindingly obvious, which is that constituency funds are to serve constituents and are not to be diverted to political organizing. It was kept under wraps by the secretive Legislative Assembly Management Committee. This is the B.C. Liberal-NDP co-managed trough of undocumented MLA expenses and other questionable payments that Doyle has only recently dragged into the light. Both of these schemes have the same stink. Both are intentional abuse of taxpayers’ money for the political gain of the dominant parties. There is no moral high ground for either of them. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

bad apples A recent incident on Highway 97 could have had serious consequences. A motorist crossed the median, into the path of oncoming traffic. There were no injuries, but in an attempt to avoid a collision, an oncoming motorist struck the quarter panel and taillight of the offending vehicle. If conditions had been just a little different, the incident could have resulted in injuries or death. Please use caution every time you get behind the wheel.

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Electrical rate increase shocking

Dear Editor: I am still in a daze from the electric shock I received upon opening my January utilities invoice — a whopping 100 per cent increase. I immediately con-

tacted the Summerland city hall for an explanation and was told due the extremely cold weather everyone’s electric charges were high. I then thought the weather is warming

up so February should be an improvement . Wrong. It was 80 per cent over normal. I am caught between a rock and a hard place as my home has to depend on electric heat (no

natural gas in my area and never will be.) The previous owner of my home had electric baseboard heaters and I had them all removed and replaced with an energy high efficient

furnace installed, with pleasing results. The home also had an airtight wood fireplace in the basement that was not certified and I was not prepared to spend a large amount to

have alterations and a new wood fireplace installed . Maintaining of same is beyond my capabilities. I feel that there should have been a different rate struc-

The Early years

Surpassing the beavers

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This strange looking construction project is one of the reasons why we have a relatively good supply of fresh, clean water. Thirsk Dam opened in 1941, thanks mainly to the foresight and efforts of Walter Powell and the town council at the time, who advocated developing a good water supply. As a result, Summerland is served by no fewer than 12 dammed lakes or reservoirs. March 22 is World Water Day, a day to focus on the importance of fresh water and promote sustainable management of our precious resources, so turn on your tap and enjoy a glass of clear, clean water. Here’s to you, Mr. Powell.

ture for those of us that do not have an option as to how we heat our homes. What is next to hit our wallets? Water meters. I was not able to attend the open house on March 14 so I do not know the outcome and hopefully there was a lively discussion on how it will be applied. A proposal that does not sit well with me is rates based on size of property. In my area there is a complete drop off that makes the full extent of your property useless but still considered in the size (not irrigated) therefore I will be paying tax on thin air as will many others in the same situation. I am constantly finding there is no such thing as fair consideration anymore and whatever Fortis wants Fortis gets. There are many other phrases I could use to express how the big corporations treat the little guy who fills their pockets, but it is not hard to read between the lines. B. Hackett Summerland

Concerns raised over development proposal Dear Editor: Re: Amendment to Community Plan to Bylaw Number 2013005. As the owners of one of the properties that will be affected, we would like to register our opposition to the proposed amendment for the following reasons: 1. We moved to Deer Ridge so that we would be closer to nature and have the opportunity to interact with wildlife. While the amendment does propose a small park, this would be on terrain

too steep to be useable either by hiking or recreation. 2. The wildlife, from squirrels to deer, would cease to visit and the ensuing influx of pets would make short work of bird populations. Regarding the proposed wildlife corridor, one has to hope that the wildlife will know where it is and use it. 3. The development will probably result in the cutting of a lot of large pine trees that makes the charm and aesthetics of this subdivision.

4. Another feature of Deer Ridge has been its peace and quiet. With a proposed 75-unit subdivision, not only would this be destroyed by the rumbling of trucks and building equipment for an indeterminate number of years, but also eventual residential traffic of up to 150 vehicles. 5. During construction, the existing houses from the corner of Morrow and Prairie Valley to the top of Deer Ridge will likely lose considerable value and not be sellable due

to the fact that the narrow roadway will have problems serving existing home owners and large construction and supply vehicles. 6. This area is a known wildfire hazard and with more people it will be even more dangerous. 7. Further, because the area is on a slope, removal of trees to construct roads and perhaps as a fuel modification gesture, along with the disturbance of the land would result in a much higher risk of landslide, especially

if the land is cleared but is not built on for a number of years. 8. As Summerlanders, we are concerned about for whom this subdivision is being built. The proposed lot size of only 683 square metres would not be attracting families with children, but more likely those who would want to use Summerland as a bedroom community while they work and shop in larger centres. 9. As owner of a home-based business in Deer Ridge, there is concern about the disruption to traffic

which will be caused by the extension of the sewer system from Prairie Valley Road at Darke Road, all the way up to McLarty. An upgrade of this magnitude will require years to complete. 10. The letter of March 12, which was sent only to the owners or tenants-inoccupation of properties which are 30 meters from the proposed development, should have been sent to all the property owners living in the area. We would ask

that Summerland Council think carefully about this highdensity change to its community plan. By encouraging development in designated environmental sensitive areas and the ensuing increase in human activity, these areas will be spoiled and unavailable for future generations. Developing Deer Ridge is pushing the limits of what it means to live, work and be part of this Okanagan gem. Anita Perry Andre Fagant Summerland

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Cuts leave farmers vulnerable Measures needed Dear Editor: MP Dan Albas likes to say that he and the Conservative Party support our farmers. The facts say otherwise. This month, a new Conservative federalprovincial agricultural agreement goes into effect setting the course for farming in Canada for the next five years, marking an unprecedented attack on programs designed to help farmers manage their risk — backstops necessary in tough times. Among the shock-

ing cuts to the business risk management (BRM) suite are cuts to AgriInvest, which helps cover income declines and provides funds to mitigate risks and invest in the farm, slashing its funding by 33 per cent. More surprisingly, they also take a huge chunk out of AgriStability, which helps cover declines in producers’ average income from previous years, hacking off as much as $411 million a year, for a total cut of more than $2 billion over the five-

year program. With these cuts, the Conservatives are leaving producers more vulnerable when bad times hit – and doing so despite clearly hearing from farmers how valuable these programs are. Instead of cutting red tape – they cut all the reasonable assistance farmers rely on in times of need. These cuts to BRM come on the heels of short-sighted plans to eliminate the Agroforestry Development Centre in Indian Head and the PFRA’s

Community Pasture program—which both provide essential public services for producers that don’t have viable private business models— as well as reckless cuts to food inspection, which leaves the door open to another XL Foods-like crisis. The next time you hear Mr. Albas boast about his support for farmers, you might want to ask him about that record! Frank Valeriote, MP Liberal Party Agriculture Critic Ottawa

Thanks to all at Seniors Village Dear Editor: Many of us seniors have resided at Summerland Seniors

Village Assisted Living since February 2006. We would like

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to take this time to acknowledge and thank our facility for another wonderful year. As with all areas of our lives, there are ups and downs in growth. At this time we would like to thank the staff and workers for their continued aid in promoting our independence and education to healthy

aging, as well as the activities and programs they have supplied. The tenants and staff we have met here are considered valued members of our families and so with that we just want to say, “Thank you.” Margaret Fraser Esther Beckwith Win Kopf Summerland

for senate reform Dear Editor: Re: Senate reform. The first step in the process of senate reform would be to acknowledge that Canada is still a colony, and that we are being ruled by an Act of Parliament, not a Constitution. The Queen is our Head of State as well as Commander-inChief of our armed forces, and all legislation must have royal assent by our Governor General and Lieutenant Governors before becoming law. The second step in the process would be to ask Canadians, by virtue of a binding national referendum; A: if they want to accept the 1982 Constitution Act of Canada, as their Constitution, or B: if they want to write a Constitution that will produce democratic governments.

Democratic governments elected by the majority of the voting people are stable and productive, and have an honest mandate to govern. A senate would become redundant. The proposal that a handful of politicians arbitrarily can amend a Constitution is ridiculous. The 7/50 formulae was included in the amended British North America Act when it was “patriated” in 1982, awarding Canada self-government. Like the BNA, it was never accepted by the people, by binding national referendum. Insisting on party discipline has devastated our democratic institutions and is now producing dictator style governments that have turned the legislative process into a dog and

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pony show that is more representative of a banana-republic, where contempt of Parliament has become the rule, not the exception. To amend the constitution, including the senate, without going to the people with a binding national referendum, would be nothing less than another act of contempt. In a democracy a constitution belongs to the people, and can only be adopted, amended, and defeated by the people. That is why the first step in the process of senate reform would have to begin with severing our colonial ties with the queen to become a sovereign democratic society, where the people are equal and united in citizenship. Andy Thomsen Summerland

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Too much negativity about senior village

Dear Editor: Enough negative coverage. I am getting very annoyed with the continual media degradation of the Summerland Seniors’ Village. This is a wonderful facility that provides a good home to many of our seniors in this community. The staff are won-

derful and caring on a continual basis. To watch the continual negative coverage brings the real issue to the forefront, that being what role do family members play in the care of our aging parents? Families need to take responsibility and have a system in place to care for their aging parents, wheth-

er they are still in their own one or in a seniors’ facility there needs to be continual care and contact by family members. Some residents of the Summerland Seniors’ Village do not have family in town but have a daily phone check system in place to ensure their loved ones are safe. If contact is

not made, they can phone the facility and request a room check. The facility offers the availability of a call alert pendant that can be worn 24/7 by the residents and should they fall or get into difficulty, within minutes an onsite caregiver comes right into their suite to assess the situation and get the appropri-

ate help needed. I know this first hand as it happened to my parent. They fell and within minutes the care staff entered their suite and were able to assess and provide the care needed. By their own admission, they could never have gotten themselves up off the floor to pull the

call button but pressing the button that was worn around their neck was effortless. Why any family would not want this incredibly valuable service for their parent is questionable. It saved my parents’ life. The media needs to do a better job of telling the whole story and speaking to all

parties. The many residents at the Summerland Seniors’ Village are not able to get their voice heard as to how this facility supports them every day, but people want to know that this is a wonderful facility and the negativity needs to stop. Karen Baker Summerland

Dear Editor: For the Summerland families who believe their kids missed the French Immersion lotto, perhaps they should thank their lucky stars. The future of business, commerce and politics in the 21st century will be controlled by the people of China and India. China has 1.3 billion and India has more than one billion people. Those two Asian nations are the future. Australia is Can-

ada’s competition in the Pacific Rim market. Today, Aussie children learn Mandarin Chinese and the Indonesian language. Australia is several years ahead of Canada in the export of their resources to the Asian market. On the west coast Chinese and East Indian companies openly advertise for employees who can speak their languages. The vast majority could care less about Trudeau’s Charter. Those Summerland

families who believe they missed the language boat should re-evaluate their children’s future. In many cases where French Immersion students graduate with high marks; the Quebec establishment today controls who is accepted for federal government jobs in Ottawa. Unfortunately for many French Immersion students — too many — will end up with the wrong degree or diploma. Those students not qualified in English,

Mandarin Chinese or the major East Indian language will be part of the minimum wage labor pool market — the low wage workers who do the back breaking bottom end jobs.

I believe that in the next 15 to 20 years Ottawa will end up in the same situation as St Petersburg, Russia. Ottawa will be a forgotten out of the way place, an old capital city.

Regardless of what happens in the future, Alberta and Saskatchewan cannot for much longer continue to pay the shot (transfer payments) for the eastern free ride from Winnipeg

to St. John’s. Western Canada must pay attention to and take advantage of its rightful place in the Asian Pacific Rim market. Ernie Slump Penticton

Asian languages, not French, needed in the future

13211 Henry Avenue 250-494-6451 • www.summerland.ca MAYOR: Janice Perrino COUNCILLORS: Lloyd Christopherson, Robert Hacking, Bruce Hallquist, Orv Robson, Marty Van Alphen, Peter Waterman

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipal Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of interested persons who deem their interest in property affected by the below mentioned amendments to Summerland Official Community Plan (2008) Bylaw No. 2000- 310 and District of Summerland Zoning Bylaw No. 2000-450 at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 25th, 2013 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C.: a) Bylaw Number 2013-005 B – Proposed Rezoning Schedule BSchedule – Proposed Rezoning Location: 12830 McLarty Place 12830 McLartyPlace Place 12830 McLarty Owner: P.C.F. Investments Ltd. Legal: Lot A, DL 3320, ODYD, Plan 43953 Current Official Community Plan Designation: Not rezoned. Will remain RSD3 Not rezoned. Low Density Residential Will remain RSD3 Proposed Official Community Plan Designation: Park Present Zoning: RSD3-Residential Estate Lot Proposed Zoning: RSD2-Residential Large Lot and PR1-Parks and Recreation Purpose: To amend the OCP and Zoning designation of the property to facilitate a 75 lot residential subdivision. 1 11 11 PL 55 28 89 98 88 PL PL PL55 PL 522 228 889 998 8

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The Summerland Asset Development Initiative would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who so generously donated to our Zias Fundraiser to make it a huge success. An extra special thank you to Shannon and Claude Ferlizza of Zias Stonehouse for generously donating their facility, food and staff for this event! Thank you so much! Due to the generosity of so many people, through ticket sales, live and silent auction bids and individual donations, we were able to raise $11,264.07!!

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Inquiries relative to the above proposed bylaw should be directed to the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C. Copies of the bylaw and related correspondence are available for inspection at the Municipal Office during normal business hours (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays), up to and including March 25th, 2013.

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Please note that all correspondence submitted to the District of Summerland in response to this Notice will form part of a public record and will be published in a meeting agenda when this matter is before the Council or a Committee of Council. The District considers the author’s address relevant to Council’s consideration of this matter and will discuss this personal information. The author’s phone number and email address is not relevant and should not be included in the correspondence if the author does not wish this personal information disclosed. HER MISTON 1111133

Kettle Valley Steam Railway Fortis BC Summerland Waterfront Resort Anke Smit-Pro-Physio Clinic Summerland Sweets John Topham Indulgence Hair Salon Summerland Credit Union Summerland Soleil Tanning Studio Murray’s Pizza Summerset Massage Therapy IGA Summerland Thornhaven Estate Winery Doggon Vacation Nitestar Jewellers Sunoka Veterinary Clinic Jese Wiens Royal LePage Parkside Realty Jamie Jordan - Feels Like Home Summerland Heritage Cider Co. Juliet Schoonderwoert Sheri Harper Re-energizing Reflexology Dawn Hoffert- Richards Street Design Studio Shane Carlson Kate Kimberley Edgy Petals Leona McNeil - Tupperware Sales Rep Nigel and Julie Blagborne

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Zias Stonehouse Restaurant Alder Street Auto Body Juanita Gibney The Beanery Pat Bell Summerland Greenhouses Ltd. Local Lounge • Grille SummerGate Winery Infinite Beauty Okanagan Cosmetology Institute Art Knapp’s Penticton Saxon Estate Winery Penny Lane Bargain Outlet Valley West Automotive Tight Lines Contracting ReMax Orchard Country Penticton Elvis Festival BMG Office Management Cassidy’s Upholstery Christina Laidh Dirty Laundry Vineyard Teri Boulet-Partners In Grime Trevor Loeppky Patrick Murphy Tech Electric Linda Van Alphen Edna Millar Darlene Gruetzbach Willowbrook Lane JV Carpentry Summerland Dental Centre Dynamic Cells Source Graphics & Print Co.

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Council will receive no representation after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Maureen Fugeta, Corporate Officer

YARd wAsTE COLLECTION REsUmEs THE wEEk OF mARCH 26, 2013 The first yard waste collection will take place on your regular scheduled garbage day during the week of March 26 - March 28, 2013. Just a few reminders... • Yard waste must be at the curb by 7:00 am on your regular scheduled collection day. • Yard waste will be collected ten times in 2013; please refer to the curbside calendar for your yard waste collection days. Calendars are available at Municipal Hall or on our website. • Place all yard waste in containers marked with a “Yard Waste Only” decal or in kraft paper bags. “Yard Waste Only” decals are available at Municipal Hall or Engineering and Public Works. • No limits on number or kraft bags/containers within weight limit of 25kg (55lb) per bag/container. • Branches and prunings may be bundled and tied with twine or string and can be no longer than 1 metre. • Do not use plastic bags for yard waste or wire or nylon string to bundle branches and prunings. Prunings, leaves, grass clippings and weeds are acceptable yard waste items; however, kitchen waste, animal feces, rocks, dirt, sod, plant pots, tags, noxious weeds, large branches or dimensional lumber are not acceptable yard waste items.

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Chamber sets direction for 2013 On March 13, Summerland Chamber of Commerce members met for the Annual General Meeting. Elected at the AGM for two-year terms are Arlene Fenrich of Edgy Petals - President, Thor Clausen of Bartlett Tree Experts, Maged Said of Mission Bottle Washing Co. - Treasurer and Connie Denesiuk of Denesiuk Construction. Board members with one year remaining on

their current term are Jason Embree of Good Omens – Vice President and Darin Fair of Beanery Coffee Company. Former board member Brett DeWitt resigned in February as he is leaving the community to take up a new position in Chilliwack. We will miss his input on our Board and the wonderful contribution he’s made to our community in the years

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that he has lived and worked in Summerland. Replacing him on our board is Christine Coletta of Okanagan Crush Pad who will serve the remaining year of that term. She was sworn in on March 4. We are excited about the new ideas that she is contributing and welcome her to the Board. In order to provide maximum value and service to our members and funders the Chamber continues to be active in three key areas. These areas are tourism, member ser-

vices and business retention and attraction. Within tourism we work in three main areas. We operate the visitor centre where our staff welcomes approximately 9,000 visitors each season. We also coordinate the photography and write all the copy for the annual visitor guide. In addition, we organize all aspects of the annual Festival of Lights. In 2012, our special project within the tourism area was to complete the tourism branding project for

EZee Piano Systems© Have you always wanted to learn to play the piano? Find out if this program is right for you.

Call Joanna Hibberd 250-494-7892 to book your free, no obligation introductory lesson. New spring sessions begin in April.

Please visit our website at www.EzeePianoSystems.com

Looking for work? We can help. Get the training and support you need to find and keep a job in B.C. Job search resources • Personal employment planning • Workshops and training • Specialized services

YMCA – YWCA of the Central Okanagan 103 – 13415 Rosedale Avenue, Summerland, B.C. 1.855.770.5627 ext 200 reception@ymcaokanagan.ca www.ymca-ywcaworkbc.ca Locations across B.C. WorkBCCentres.ca Vancouver Island 250.387.6121 TDD: 1.800.661.8773 Vancouver 604.660.2421 TDD: 604.775.0303 Elsewhere in B.C. 1.800.663.7867 TDD: 1.800.661.8773

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Summerland. In 2013 our project is to launch a dedicated tourism website. Within the area of member services we provide business advocacy on behalf of our membership and offer many different kinds of educational opportunities. We also promote our members through vehicles such as the annual Awards Gala, the Summerland Phone Directory, Business after Business events, monthly newsletters and in print. Other services include a great employee benefits package for member businesses. Check it out for your employees. In 2012 our project within the member services area was to launch B.C.’s first roadside WiFi project at the Trout Creek pullout.

In 2013 our project is to host a new educational event which will be held during Small Business Week in late October. The third area where the chamber is active is in business retention and attraction. In this area we are active in sector networking, the development of key partnerships and in the promotion of Summerland as a place to do business. In 2012 and ongoing for 2013 is the cre-

ation of a business information package that will provide investors and families with the information they need to make informed decisions about living in and doing business in our community. We look forward to the coming year and to continuing to build upon the momentum gained in the past, to fostering new and existing partnerships, to being innovative leaders and to serving our members. We always appreciate your feedback. Please contact me at president@summerlandchamber.com or Christine Petkau at manager@summerlandchamber.com. Arlene Fenrich is president of the Summerland Chamber of Economic Development and Tourism. All of the members of the board of directors serve as volunteers.

years, more than $40,000 was raised and donated back to the community. The organization’s major fund raising effort was the preparation and serving of the Summerland Secondary School graduation ceremony reception. We offer special thanks to all who assisted with this 10-year tradition of Summerland hospitality. Recipients of funds raised included Summerland Secondary School by means of bursaries, Shakespeare Festival, Summerland Food Bank by means of the Good News Bear campaign, South Okanagan

Habitat for Humanity, Agur Lake Camp, Friends of the Gardens, Summerland Asset Development Initiative and most recently the Summerland Bully Free campaign. The organization also awarded $1,000 each year to an individual who wanted to make their future better by increasing their expertise in a chosen field. Following a selection process the recipient used the money as needed. Organization members thank the community of Summerland for their support in the various fundraising initiatives.

Chamber Corner

Arlene Fenrich

Community service organization disbands Summerland Women’s Opportunity Service Organization (WOSO) held it’s final meeting March 12 and officially disbanded as of this date This local, registered, non-profit organization began in January, 2002. It was focused on making a difference in Summerland by concentrating on issues concerning health, education, environment, human rights, economic and social development. Records of the organization’s meetings and photo albums of activities will be placed in the Summerland Museum. Over the past 11

2013 Fishing Regulations Synopsis now available The 2013-2015 Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis is now online, and will soon be available in hard copy at Service BC centres and local angling licence vendors throughout the province. The Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis is published every two years, and contains all non-

salmon sport fishing regulations in effect in freshwater in British Columbia. The synopsis is the go-to sourcebook for anglers in the province. This year marks a first for the publication, with the cover photograph coming from a contest the ministry hosted in fall 2012.

Summerland Review Thursday, March 21, 2013

New pope’s love for poor applauded News of the newly chosen Pope Francis I was met with optimism in Summerland. The announcement was made on March 13. Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina was selected as the 266th leader of the Catholic Church. He was chosen from a conclave of 115 cardinals from around the world, including one from Canada. “I know he’ll be a great pope, humble and spiritual,” said Father Ferdinan Nalatin of Holy Child Catholic Church in Summerland. “He will be a blessing to the Catholic Church. He will give a new spirit.” Nalatin said he is impressed with the compassion the new pope has for the poor. He said Pope Francis, as a Latin American religious leader, has

an understanding of poverty, based on what he has seen in his country. “He loves the poor people,” Nalatin said. “If he is serving the poor people, he is serving everyone. Before God, everyone is poor.” The choice of a non-European pope is also significant, Nalatin said. “It tells us of the openness of the church and the oneness of the church,” he said. The last pope, Benedict XVI, began his papacy April 19, 2005, after the death of John Paul II. He resigned from the role as of Feb. 28 at the age of 85, the first pope to resign in nearly 600 years. Francis, 76, was ordained to the priesthood in 1969. He has been Archbishop of Buenos Aires since 1998.

Ask Your Dentist...

My dad is complaining about how he can’t chew very well. He is in a care home and 90 years old. Does he still need to come to Dr. Cindee Melashenko the dentist? Nancy

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Marilyn Topham, right, president of the Summerland Quest Society for Hearing Enhancement presents Heather Whitney, a speech-language pathologist with Interior Health with a cheque for their new program, You Make a Difference. The nine-session parent education program promotes speech therapy for children. This program will be offered for the first time in Summerland this spring. The Quest Society is a non-profit women’s service society for all ages, occupations and nationalities. Their mandate is to improve the lives of the deaf, hard of hearing and speech impaired, and assist women and children in need. If you would like to join this fun group of women and help raise funds for local causes or know a group or individual who might like to apply for financial assistance, check out their website at questsociety.shawwebspace.ca or email QuestSociety@shaw.ca

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On Saturday, March 23, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., hundreds of millions of people in countries around the world will turn off their lights as part of Earth Hour. This is a global initiative to show our commitment to take actions which will benefit our planet. As members of Summerland’s Climate Action Committee, we will take part.

No one needs teeth, but most of us want them to be able to enjoy our food, at any age. As we age, looking after our teeth becomes more challenging due to the medications we take, the food we eat, and the change in how well we can brush. Most of my patients over the age of sixty are taking some daily medication. A common side effect of medications is dry mouth. Xerostomia, or dry mouth, takes the protection of saliva away and makes teeth more at risk for decay. It can make eating, digesting and even talking more difficult. Often, we cannot change the medication so we have to manage the dry mouth and the decay. Secondly, if it is difficult to chew, people will select softer foods. These foods are processed and have a higher percentage of refined sugars which can encourage decay in a dry mouth. The third factor is how difficult it can be to clean your teeth. Full dentures can be quite easy to clean, however most people still have some natural teeth and trying to hold a toothbrush can be a challenge. If the bacteria or plaque cannot be removed, they can cause a lot of damage to the teeth which can be painful. Your dad may have all three of these factors causing his pain to chewing. A dentist is best able to examine your father’s situation and provide you and he with some possible options. We’re here to help in any way we can. Feel free to call, stop by, or send us an e-mail message. We are always accepting new patients and I’d be happy to answer your question in the next article (anonymously if desired). Have a great week!

All of us have pledged to turn off all lights, computers and unnecessary appliances for one hour. We urge you to join us in this challenge. And we urge you to join us as we make efforts to use energy responsibly all the time. Such a commitment is not just good for the environment. It also makes good economic sense. Turning off unnecessary lights and equipment means less power consumption and smaller electrical bills, and this in turn keeps more money in our pockets.

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Many events planned for Earth Week by John Arendt

Digging in

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As in past years, volunteers will help to plant native vegetation around the Dale Meadows Sports Complex during Earth Week.

Summerlanders will mark Earth Week next month with an assortment of activities and special events including gardening workshops, arts events and a street festival. Earth Week events will be held from April 14 to 22. Margaret Holler, one of the organizers of this year’s Earth Week events, said water and pollination are two of the main themes of the week’s events. “We live in a water-rich country,” Holler sad. “We have a responsibility to protect it. Canada has around seven per cent of the world’s renewable fresh water, placing it third in renewable fresh water resources behind Brazil and Russia. Pollination is also important as bee colonies, which play a vital role in pollination, are disappearing in North America.

Barbara Thorburn, one of the organizers of this year’s Earth Week activities, said Summerland has a busier schedule of events than other B.C. communities, many of which have events on a single day. “Ours just keeps building,” she said. Holler said the array of Earth Week events is a result of active environmental organizations in the community. “There are a number of groups which are very environmentally aware,” she said. “So many organizations are interested in joining the initiatives.” In addition, environmental concerns ranked high in a recent survey conducted by the municipality. Earth Week events and activities are planned for almost every day from April 14 to 22. Gardening and agricultural events

include an irrigation workshop at Grasslands Nursery on April 14 and a bee hive building workshop and a drought tolerant tree tour on April 18. The film Queen of the Sun, about declining bee populations, will be shown at Centre Stage Theatre on April 16. The Philosophers’ Cafe on April 17 will feature a panel discussion about preserving land and water for agriculture. The biggest events are on the weekend of April 20 to 22. On Friday, April 20, a portion of Main Street will be closed for the Earth Week Street Festival. The festival, from 3 to 6 p.m., includes activities, information booths and the ribbon cutting ceremony for the municipality’s electric vehicle charging stations. There will also be a bin for people bringing electronic

waste. Saturday, April 21 features family day activities in the downtown area including the Imagination Station at the Summerland Art Gallery. From 1 to 4 p.m., there will be art projects for children of all ages. Readings about bugs will take place under the red tent outside the Summerland Library on Wharton Street from 2:30 to 3 p.m. At 3 and 3:30 p.m., Summerland Middle School students will stage a drama called The Simple Life, about recycling, reusing and reducing. The seventh annual Earth Day Celebration will be at Dale Meadows Park on Sunday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is sponsored by the Summerland Environmental Advisory Group. Activities will include planting native trees and shrubs, face painting, crafts and more.

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Artists prepare street banners Artwork must be completed by mid April

said there are few restrictions on what is allowed. “We have really tried not to push a specific look,” she said. “The focus, especially for the children, is whatever comes out of their brains.” The banners cannot have words, logos, copyright material or clip art. Banners must be completed by Saturday, April 13. They will be displayed on light

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Banner work

Dalton Brilz, six years old, works on a street banner at the Summerland Art Gallery. Children and adults are creating banners which will be displayed from light posts downtown and on a portion of Lakeshore Drive this spring and summer.

Artists of all ages are at work creating street banners which will be displayed this spring and summer. Karan Bowyer, chair of the Summerland Community Arts Council’s banner committee, said there are many young artists participating this year. At present, “We have really tried there are 31 members of not to push a specific Summerland look. The focus, espeScouts, nine cially for the children, Montessori S c h o o l is whatever comes s t u d e n t s out of their brains.” and 12 other Karan Bowyer children and teens working on posts downtown banners. There are and on a portion of another 12 adults Lakeshore Drive. who are painting Submission forms banners. Bowyer said are available at the there is still room for Summerland Art Galothers who would like lery on Main Street to create a banner. “I’d and at the Summerlike to get 70 banners land branch of the done this year,” she Okanagan Regional said. The theme this Library on Wharton year is Okanagan Street. Dreaming. Bowyer

Nominees sought for Arts Appreciation Award The Summerland Community Arts Council is seeking nominations for the annual Arts Appreciation Award which will be presented in April at the finale of Arts and Culture Week. This award is to recognize a person who has promoted or enhanced the arts in our community. Now many of us can probably think of a number of painters, musicians or perhaps even a sculptor or two in our commun-

ity who has really promoted the arts in Summerland. But nominees do not have to be artists. They can be anyone who has helped make the arts more vibrant in our town. So who would you nominate? Perhaps the person who has put up posters promoting Ballet Kelowna for the last 10 years. Or maybe someone who volunteers at the Art Gallery so it can remain open for visitors. Or maybe the

person who faithfully takes billets every year for the Good Will Shakespeare Festival. Whomever it is please drop off your suggestions at the Arts Centre before March 31. And yes, the Good Will Shakespeare Festival is again looking for billets so if you can provide a place for a student to sleep, give them breakfast and an evening snack please call Nancy at 250-4949871 and help make

this May’s Good Will Shakespeare Festival better than ever. If you want to see art in action there is currently no better place than the Adams Room at the Summerland Art Centre. Drop by 9533 Main St. and discover a beehive of activity as Summerland residents of all ages begin the annual painting of the street banners. You’ll find artists of all ages having a wonderful time creating the colourful ban-

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David Finnis And while you are in the building be sure to visit the Main Gallery with its new show featuring

some beautiful metal and glass sculpture with recycled materials by rabi’a and Carl Schlichting. If you know of an event you feel should be included in the Arts Palette or on the Arts Council’s online calendar, please email dfinnis@telus. net or call 250-4948994. http://summerlandarts.com and http://twitter.com/ artspalette David Finnis is the president of the Summerland Community Arts Council.

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Al-Anon offers help to families and friends of alcoholics. Summerland Serenity Group meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the United Church hall. Call 250-490-9272 for more information. Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers meet at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre on Thursday evenings. Beavers meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Cubs meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Scouts meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Venturers meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For details call DeeDee at 250-404-0406. Come try your hand at an old art made new. The traditional Rug Hookers of the South Okanagan meet every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Summerland Art Gallery on Main Street. Visitors always welcome. Lots of supplies available. Try your hand at this timeless art. For more information phone Marilyn at 250-494-6434 or Juliet at 250-494-1278. Euchre is played every second and fourth

Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Pe a c h City Toastmasters meets Thursdays 12:05 to 1 p.m. in Penticton at the United Church on Main and Eckhardt, Room 202. Call 250-462-0422. Seniors’ volleyball at the Youth Centre beginning at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. For additional information call Jane or Frank at 250-494-4666. Summerland Lions Club meets on the first and third Thursdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Gladys Schmidt at 250494-4933. Summerland Material Girls Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from September to May at 9 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Doris Flynn at 250-4947262. Summerland

E Spor tsmen’s Association meets every third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Summerland Legion. The SSA focuses on fishing, shooting, hunting, archery and conservation and is affiliated with the B.C. Wildlife Federation. New members welcome. TOPS BC #725 Summerland meets every Thursday in the lower level of the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Weigh-in is from 5:30 to 6 p.m. and is followed by a meeting. For more information call Irene at 250-494-5484. The Rug Hooking Circle meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month from noon to 3 p.m. at Leir House Arts and Cultural Centre, 220 Manor Park Ave., Penticton. Practice a traditional Canadian art form in a group setting. Host is certified teacher, fibre artist and published contributor Angela Possak. 250767-0206 or online rughookingteacher.ca. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group meets on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the MS office, 3373 Skaha Rd., Penticton. Everyone welcome. For more information call Sherry at 250-4936564.

Friday

The 890 Wing of the South Okanagan Air Force Association of Canada have a gettogether every Friday night from 4 p.m. at the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. in Penticton. New members are welcome. For more information, phone Fred Monteith at 250-497-8490. Bridge is played every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St. Phone 250-494-8164. Cribbage is played every Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Summerland Pleasure Painters meet Fridays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre. New members are welcome. Tai Chi at the Seniors Drop-In Centre, Fridays at 10:30 a.m. and Tuesdays at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. Contact Nancy at 250-494-8902.

Saturday An Easter bake sale is planned for St. Stephen’s Anglican Church Saturday, March 23. Doors will open at 10 a.m. and the sale will run until the baking is sold out. St. Stephen’s is the stone church located at the roundabout at Prairie Valley Road and Rosedale Avenue.

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s who are suffering from the difficulties resulting from separation or divorce. Meeting at Summerland Baptist Church just inside the Victoria St. entrance on Sundays 5 to 7 p.m. A free course is offered. Please call 250-4943313 or just walk in. Jazz Vespers at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church in Penticton are held through the fall and winter on the third Sunday of each month at 4: 30 p.m. Vintage Car Club, South Okanagan Chapter, meets the last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Youth Centre on Peach Orchard Road. Anyone interested in vintage cars (cars which are 25 years or older) is invited to attend. For more information on the club phone 250-494-5473.

Monday

Dabber Bingo is played at the Senior Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St., every Monday at 1:30 p.m. 16 regular games, Lucky 7, Odd/Even, Bonanza. Everyone is welcome. License #832873. Join us for Pickleball, a tennis-like game, fun for all ages, at the Summerland Baptist Church gym, Victoria Road entrance, Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. Paddles provided. Wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes. For more information call 250-494-3881. Men — Love to Sing? Okanagan Christian Men’s Choir. This nondenominational choir invites you to join us, have fun, sing unto the Lord and enjoy the fellowship of other singers. Mondays 7 to 9 p.m. at Summerland Baptist Church, Fireside Room. For more information contact Hans at 250-494-7127. The South Okanagan Orchid Society meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at Okanagan College in Penticton. The group meets September to June. For more information, contact Joan at 250-494-4293. The Summerland Crokinole Club meets Monday nights at 6:308:30 at the Summerland senior centre. Contact Darlene at 250-4949310.

Tuesday Bridge games at St. Stephen’s Church Hall on Tuesdays beginning at 1 p.m. New players are always welcome. Refreshments. Call 250494-6116 or 250-494-

Thursday, March 21, 2013 Summerland Review 5363. Diabetes and nutrition programs are being presented at the Summerland Health Centre from January to June. The next session is on cholesterol and heart health and is set for March 26 from 9 to 11 a.m. Participants will learn about the different cholesterol and lipid levels and what they mean, get tips for shopping and preparing lower fat, higher fibre, lower salt foods, get motivated to get or stay active and set a goals to improve cholesterol levels. A spouse, family member or other support person is welcome to attend.To register or find out more call Interior Health at 250-770-3530 or 800707-8550. The session will be repeated April 23 and May 28. Quest Society of Summerland meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at 9700 Brown St. (Parkdale Place). For more information phone Marilyn Topham at 250-4946434 or Joan Lansdell at 778-476-0596. South Okanagan Genealogical Society is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Penticton Library Museum building. Contact Nola Reid at 250-492-0751. Step out. Have fun. Come sing. Peach Blossom Chorus meets Tuesday evenings at the Shatford Centre, 760 Main St., Penticton. For more information call 250-494-0815 or 250492-3032. Summerland Caregiver Support Group meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Summerland Health Centre. Call Cindy at 250-404-807. Summerland Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Kiwanis Lodge on Quinpool. New members are welcome. Contact Robert Beers at 250-490-9645 or 250-488-6491. Summerland VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) members and friends meet the second Tuesday of the month at Parkdale Lounge.

Wednesday

B.C. Government Retired Employees Association monthly meeting Wednesday, March 27, 10 a.m. at the Penticton Library theatre room. Guest speaker Janice Perrino, executive director of

the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation will speak about the Penticton Regional Hospital situation. Summerland Air Cadets parade Wednesday nights, 18:15 to 21:30 hours at Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. All youth aged 12 to 18 welcome. Call the Air Cadet office at 250494-7988. Summerland Art Club meets every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the lower level of the Summerland Library on Wharton Street. Painters of all levels welcome. Workshops available. For info call Mary at 250-494-5851. Summerland ATV Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland Library lower level. The club promotes responsible ridership including registration, insurance, safety certification and scheduled pleasure rides. Membership includes orchardists, farmers, ranchers and fun seekers of all ages including those with disabilities. The Summerland Badminton Club plays every Wednesday at 7 p.m. all year. Shaun at 250-494-1513.

Upcoming InspireHealth Integrative Cancer Care will offer an information session March 27 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Penticton Community Centre, 325 Power St. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about integrative cancer care, the supporting medical evidence and InspireHealth programs. InspireHealth is a physician-led, not-for-profit organization, new to the Southern Interior and receiving lots of interest from the South Okanagan. Monday, Wednesday and Friday of each week, Recope Society of Summerland offers medically supervised water therapy and land exercise programs helpful to clients with various medical conditions, such as joint replacements, stroke, back problems, arthritis, to name just a few. A medical referral is required. Maureen at 250-494-9006. SADI Drop-In Program Monday to Thursday 3 to 6 p.m. for students in Grades 6 to 12. Play pool, ping pong, chill out or chat.

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Presentation examines valley origins New information about the origin of the Okanagan Valley, the Okanagan Fault,

and strange patterns on the Okanagan Lake bottom will be revealed in a presen-

tation by Okanagan geologist Dr. Murray Roed on Friday, April 5, in Summerland.

The presentation, Ancient Okanagan and Amazing New Discoveries, is spon-

sored by the Okanagan Similkameen Parks Society and follows the society’s

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Organizers and participants at the Summerland Pee Wee Rep Jets Hockey Charity Challenge sent a jersey to Christopher Walker, a former member of the Alumni Pee Wee Team. From left are Jets team captain Mitchell Gove, Daryl Jenner of the Summerland Minor Hockey Association, Fred Dobransky of The Pursuit of Excellence, former Pee Wee coach Mike Richette and Kevin Borba of the media and Pee Wee Alumni team. Walker, a former member of the Pee Wee Alumni team, has been diagnosed with cancer.

Genealogical Society marks 20 years This year marks the 20th anniversary of the South Okanagan Genealogical Society and will be celebrating this event with an open house on June 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Penticton Library/Museum Auditorium. The public will be invited to come and see just what genealogy and finding ancestors is all about. Many people have come and gone over the years, but many charter members are still on the roster today. They will be honoured at a potluck supper and special invitations will be sent out to all past and present members. A newspaper ad placed 20 years

ago by Coral Eady, the founder, to find others that were interested in finding their family histories and many that shared her passion came together to form the South Okanagan Genealogical Society. From beginnings in April, 1993 with only six books on the shelf to now having over 1,600 titles, with everything from town histories, genealogical magazines, maps and many other subjects needed for the study of tracing your family history, to hundreds of newsletters from societies all over the world. The society’s Resource Centre Library is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the

Penticton Museum Archives Room. One of the most successful programs is the mini-workshops. This program has now been adopted by several genealogical and family history societies nationwide. These workshops are held every two weeks and covers everything from beginning genealogy to brick walls, last wills and testaments to newspaper archives, what can be gleaned from obituaries to restoring old photographs, how to use Family Tree Maker to navigating the Internet, preserving documents and photographs to organizing your genealogy and more.

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General meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month (except July and August) at 7:30 p.m. in the Library/ Museum Auditorium, 785 Main St. Penticton. If you have ever

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48th annual general meeting at 7 p.m. In the last three years Roed has instigated a multidisciplinary study of a very old glacial deposit that proved a one million year-old regional glaciation had enveloped the Okanagan and other parts of B.C. and the Yukon. He also collaborated with Gene and Sandy Ralston and their scanning sonar system that shows unusual bottom features of Lake Okanagan that are hard to explain. Roed has authored or co-authored six books, including the

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Bill expands and clarifies citizen’s arrests One of the trends I have observed with a number of bills and private members bills in Ottawa is that many propose to limit, penalize or otherwise restrict, actions which occur in our day to day to lives. Very few bills enhance the rights of citizens however, on March 11, Bill C-26 came into force that does expand and better clarify the ability to make a citizen’s arrest. As many of you may be aware, under

the previous laws governing a citizen’s arrest it was far more likely that the law abiding citizen who was attempting to make the arrest would be in trouble, than the person doing the crime. Many may recall a real-life situation when a small grocery store owner in Toronto who had been victimized repeatedly by shoplifters made a citizen’s arrest and successfully caught a shoplifter only to be subsequently charged with a

number of criminal offences including forcible confinement. Although the shop owner was eventually acquitted the lengthy and extremely costly legal battle was not unlike being victimized a second time and all for attempting to protect his family livelihood from a criminal. Bill C-26 The Citizen’s Arrest and Self Defence Act, was introduced by our Government in November of 2011 and implemented several important changes

that now underpin new rights for all citizens. The most significant change in the new citizens arrest law is that a citizen’s arrest can be made within a reasonable period of time after he or she finds someone committing a criminal offence occurring on or in relation to property. This power of arrest would only be authorized when there are reasonable grounds to believe that it is not feasible in the circumstances

for the arrest to be made by a police officer. The new citizens arrest laws also allows for a reasonable use of force, taking into account all the circumstances of the particular case. To be clear, the intent of this weeks report is not to advocate for vigilantism nor to suggest citizens take the law into their own hands but rather to provide information so all citizens can be aware of these changes and hopefully avoid misuse and misunderstanding. A citizen’s arrest should never be viewed lightly as it is a serious and potentially dangerous undertaking. Law enforcement officers are highly trained professionals and generally, reporting criminal actions to the police is the best course of action. The main intent of the new citizens arrest law is to provide more legal guidance and clarity in

those situations when crime occurs where there are reasonable grounds to believe that it is not feasible in the circumstances for the arrest to be made by a police officer. If you have further comments or concerns on Bill C-26 that has now come into force do not hesitate to contact me at your convenience. This week the House of Commons will again be in session with continued debate on a number of Bills that I have referenced in previous reports. Government Bill C-55 “Response to

the Supreme Court of Canada decision in R. vs Tse Act, Senate Bills S-9 Nuclear Terrorism Act and S-12 Incorporation by Reference in Regulation will be on the floor of the House of Commons early in the week. If you would like more information about any of these pieces of legislation, please contact me at dan.albas@parl.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800665-8711. On Thursday, March 21, our government’s Economic Action Plan budget for 2013 will be introduced by the Honorable Finance Minister Jim Flaherty. In next week’s report I will provide further information on some of the measures within the 2013 Economic Action Plan. Dan Albas is the Member of Parliament for Okanagan-Coquihalla. His blog is DaninOttawa.com and previous MP reports are on line at www. danalbas.com.

who would assemble lists for use by the B.C. Liberal Party. NDP house leader John Horgan said the internal review didn’t have authority to interview B.C. Liberal Party campaign manager Mike McDonald, who was Premier Christy Clark’s chief of staff when the strategy was developed. Cabinet minister Bill Bennett led the B.C. Liberal counterattack in question period, referring to

a recently unveiled system of deducting $202 per month from each NDP constituency office to fund political activities by the NDP caucus and hire an ethnic outreach contractor. The program diverted more than $500,000 for purposes that Auditor General John Doyle determined were partisan activities, from 2005 to 2010. They included payments to hide budget overruns on NDP caucus activities.

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An investigation by four deputy ministers into a planned ethnic outreach program with ties to the B.C. Liberal Party doesn’t go far enough, NDP MLAs say. In the last question period of the legislature session before the election campaign, NDP critics demanded an outside review of the plan to organize ethnic events and hire contractors

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Ultra Jets played hard

Summerland’s Ultra Jets Novice team, played hard game against Penticton Blue in the Shoot to Thrill minor hockey tournament this month. They were among 10 minor hockey teams from around the province in the tournament.

Novices in Shoot to Thrill The three Summerland Novice hockey teams hosted seven other teams from around B.C. to all gather and play at the Shoot To Thrill SMHA tournament March 8 to 10. The players, ages seven and eight, took to the ice and played exciting and fun games for all to watch.

Players had smiles galore as they took to the ice. Each team played four games and truly left their “hockey hearts” out on the ice. In Sunday’s games, Summerland Ultra Jets played a hard game against Penticton Blue. They battled hard, but lost in a

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10-5 decision. Summerland Jetzkys played Salmon Arm Tigers on Sunday. A strong game was played by both teams, with Jetzkys winning 4-2. The final game of the tourney was Summerland Fighter Jets against Coquitlam Kings.

The Fighter Jets skated hard, and shot harder, but were defeated 7-2. The Summerland Novice parents would like to thank the Summerland business community for their support of the tournament. It was an amazing way to end the novice hockey season.

Summerland Fighter Jets skated and shot hard in the tournment put on by the Summerland Minor Hockey Association. The tournament ended the season for the young players.

Results: March 11 to 15 Monday morning fun senior mixed spiel: Jerry Lidin defeated Eric Johnson; Gary Raymond defeated Lionel Coleman; Stan Green defeated Bob Ezart. Monday afternoon: Warren Parker defeated Hector Cartier; Dale Abrey defeated Paul Cowen. Tuesday morning mixed fun spiel: Dale Abrey defeated Warren Parker; Hector Cartier tied Paul Cowen. Tuesday afternoon: Eric Johnson defeated Gary Raymond; Lionel Coleman defeated Stan Green; Bob Ezart defeated Jerry Lidin. Wednesday morning mixed fun spiel: Stan Green defeated Eric Johnson; Gary Raymond defeated Jerry Lidin; Lionel Coleman defeated Bob Ezart. Wednesday morning: Dale Abrey defeated Hector Cartier; Paul Cowen defeated Warren Parker. Senior men second half winners were skip Dale Abrey, third John Nicolson, second Larry Lemke and lead Mike Donnelly Monday evening men: “A” winners were skip Brian Hodgson, third Russ Lemke, second Greg Lorimer, lead Anthony Deane. “B” winners were skip Steve Clement, third Glen Brennan, second Graham Lyle and lead Anthony Deane. “C” winners were skip Gary Wingerak; third Ken Rae, second Louie Costa and lead John Gregg. “D” winners were skip Gary Raymond; third Don St. John; second Terry McPhillamey and lead Barry Borrett. Tuesday evening ladies: “A” winners were skip Lil Blashko, third Cindy Curtain, second Sue Woods and lead Stephanie Terroso. “B” winners were skip Wendi Archer, third Ruth McPhillamey, second Betty Hunt and lead Olly Egilson. Wednesday evening men: “A” winners were skip Glen Brennan, third Kevin Proke, second Kerry Klamut and lead Darryl Tamagi. “B” winners were skip Rick Drewnisz, third Steve Favel, second Roland Dheilly and lead Anthony Deane. “C” winners were skip Dave Gartrell, third Ron Mayne, second Raymond Davis and lead Ron Hack. Thursday morning ladies: Second half winners were skip Betty Raymond, third Arlene Moser and Ruth McPhillamey, second Kathy Larkin and lead Val Utigard. Thursday evening open: “A” winners were skip Glen Brennan, third Lisa West, second Kevin Proke and lead Michelle Kemper. “B” winners were skip Tony Blashko, third Lil Blashko, second Dave Gartrell and lead Pat Gartrell. “C” winners were skip Clem Beaulac, third Diane Kracenblum, second Don St. John and lead Marianne Beaulac. Friday evening mixed: Fun night. Summerland Curling Club is still looking to build up membership and also hopes to build a junior program next year. The next season starts in October with registration the third Thursday in September. Nightly Buffet Open 6 days a week Closed Tuesday

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On March 13, Edith, with family by her side said she was â&#x20AC;&#x153;going homeâ&#x20AC;?. She was born in Percival, Saskatchewan and moved to BC in her twenties, residing in Haney, Enderby, Armstrong and Summerland, where she lived the rest of her life. She was a hard worker in her long but beautiful 98 years of life. She had great patience, understanding and was never selfish. She was always willing to give something of herself to others. She gave everything from love and friendship to a loaf of fresh baked bread or buns. Even in her last days, she would never complain, always asking about how others were doing. Her kind and soft soul will be dearly missed but always remembered by all that had the privilege of knowing and loving her. She leaves behind her loving husband Randolph, daughter Viola, grandchildren: Wayne (Brenda), Lennie, Christine (Barry), great-grandchildren: Cynthia and Drew, sisterâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;in-law Louise (George), brother-inlaws: Alf and Elmer and many more relatives. A private memorial tea was held. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com and searching her name under stories. Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC(250) 762-2299.

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Lily Tuck

June 15, 1928 to March 7, 2013 Lily Tuck, age 84, passed away peacefully at the Penticton Hospital on March 7th 2013 with family by her side. Lil enjoyed being part of the Summerland community for the last 20 years. Some of her favorite activities included picnics at Sunoka Beach, golf and Scrabble. More recently she enjoyed a good game of shuffleboard at Angus House and playing cards with her family and friends. She will be remembered for her big smile and competitive spirit. Lil was a loving and caring person, ready to bake a fresh loaf of bread for those in need. In her early years of raising a family, her home was always a hub of activity and the social centre for extended family and friends. She was courageous and hard working, evident in her efforts to raise 5 children by herself after losing her first husband, Sam Hingston in 1958. She was married to Charles Taylor in 1975 and for the next 24 years enjoyed travelling and golfing. After being a widow once again for several years, Lil met George Tuck and was happily married for the next 9 years. Lil and George were members of the Alliance Church in Summerland and her faith in God was an utmost priority. Lil was predeceased by her loving husband, George, in November 2009. She will be lovingly remembered by her five children and their spouses: Jeanette (John) Martens of West Kelowna, John (Brenda) Hingston of Nanaimo, Carol Steinke of Ladner, Judy (Bill) Dogterom of Southern California, Robert (Dina) Hingston of Coquitlam: as well as 14 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and a brother and 4 sisters: Ernest Martz of Chilliwack, twin sister Dorathea Agate of Surrey, Hilda Martin of Summerland, Hedy Sewell of Summerland and Becky Dyck of Chico, California. Funeral Services will be held on March 30th, 11:00am at the Alliance Church in Summerland, to be followed by a light reception. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to the Gideon Memorial Bible Plan or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be directed to the family at www.providencefuneralhomes.com.

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Executive Chef Summerland Seniors Village Summerland Seniors Village is now recruiting an experienced and motivated Executive Chef, with responsibility for the day to day operations & management of the Food Services Department. Qualifications include: t Graduation from a recognized Culinary Arts program - Inter-provincial (Red Seal) designation required t .JOJNVN ZFBST PG FYQFSJFODF JO RVBMJUZ GPPE preparation and the operation and care of kitchen equipment: Experience in the Retirement industry is considered an asset t .JOJNVN ZFBST JO B SFMBUFE NBOBHFNFOU leadership position t &YQFSJFODF JO QSPWJEJOH JOQVU JOUP MBCPS SFMBUJPOT matters including responding to grievances and collective bargaining t 'PPE 4BGF DFSUJĂśFE MFWFM NBOEBUPSZ For a more detailed job description and to submit ZPVS SFTVNF QMFBTF WJTJU PVS XFCTJUF *..&%*"5&-: BU www.retirementconcepts.com/careers While we appreciate all applications, please note only those short listed will be contacted. Retirement Concepts is an equal opportunity employer.

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Help Wanted Administrative Assistant Summerland Food Bank. The Summerland Food Bank is about to move into updated facilities and add a one-stop resource centre for people in need in Summerland. We are looking for a full-time administrative assistant to inform and assist the clients of the new centre. Applicants should have some familiarity with social services and either have, or be prepared to gain, a detailed understanding of the services offered by the many social service agencies to which the centre’s clients may be referred. The successful candidate will also have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and experience working with computers, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Database Applications and use of the Internet to post and search for information. Remuneration will include a benefit plan. A full job description is available on the Summerland Food Bank’s Facebook page, the Summerland Work BC Centre on Rosedale Avenue or from the United Church office during its regular hours. Applications must be received on or before Friday, March 29, 2013 and may be submitted by email to summerlandfoodbank@gmail.com or by regular mail to PO Box 20051, Summerland BC V0H 1Z0 Bookkeeper/accountant/accounts manager needed by a condominium strata. Please contact Paul at 250-494-3192 if you are interested. Orchard helper. 15-20 hrs/wk from Apr 1 - Oct 15. If you like outdoor work & fresh air, please call 250-494-8935.

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Retirement Concepts is a family owned private company based in Vancouver BC that provides seniors housing and care services ranging from Retirement Living, Assisted Living to Skilled Nursing Care throughout the Province. Summerland Seniors Village, located in Summerland, has Full-Time & Part-Time RN positions available immediately (Day and Evening shifts). Applicants must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing with current active registration with CRNBC, BSN preferred. Please submit your resume IMMEDIATELY, in the strictest confidence, via our website or by email to: rhancock@retirementconcepts.com For inquiries please contact Robin Hancock, Manager, Recruitment at (604) 630-3046. Retirement Concepts is an equal opportunity employer. www.retirementconcepts.com/careers

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3 BEDROOMS & 4 BATHROOMS Level entry rancher with full walk-out daylight basement. Laundry is on the main as well as the master bedroom so there is no need to go downstairs unless you want to. $419,000

2.5 acre lot, fully serviced & partially landscaped. No building scheme, no time requirements to start construction. Your options are endless. $250,000

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Garage Sales 2nd ANNUAL MERCY TECH MISSION ‘GARAGE SALE FOR A GARAGE’ FUNDRAISER. Sat, Mar 23, 8am-2pm, Summerland Baptist Church gym, corner of Elliott & Victoria (enter on Victoria). Toys, household goods, books, antiques, furniture, treasures of all kinds! Don’t miss it. All proceeds to assist in building an automotive training facility in Mozambique.

Before problems start... Remember your septic tank needs attention too! For prompt reliable service call Superior Septic at 855-5052424. Portable toilets also available. Find us online at: superiorsepticpenticton.com

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GREAT VALUE LOT Build your dream home on the best view lot at Rock Garden Estates. $116,900

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1 bdrm apt. Block to town. $600/mo + util. Available now. Parkside Realty Inc. Call Mike at 250-462-8402. Condo, attractive interior, very short walk to town. Master bdrm w/ensuite, bdrm/den, all appliances incl central vac, 1/2 basement, carport, patio. NS, 55+. Ref req. $800/mo. Phone 250-494-9055 / 250-494-4136 Summerland: Large 1 bdrm apt for rent. F/S. Ref’s req’d. NP, NS, ND. More info call 250-498-4370.

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Repairs TROUT CREEK FAMILY HOME Quiet, private location with a great view .39 of an acre. 4 car garage plus RV parking & a gardeners shed. Plus a great space for a B&B. $734,900

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Homes for Rent AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY !!! Beautiful main floor of NEW house for rent in Kamloops. Private home on cul-de-sac, private back yard, garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, private laundry, vaulted ceiling, large deck, modern interior. $1,800 month, no pets. This home is a must-see. email cfaint@live.ca or phone 250372-3132 to view.

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Trucks & Vans 2004 GMC 1500, many xtra’s. 199k, 8’ box, xtra cab, 5.3L. All maintenance records. $6,200 OBO. Jim, 250-404-8641.

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Hockey team

The Summerland Jetzkys were one of three local teams in a recent novice hockey tournament held in Summerland. Teams from around the province gathered March 10 to 12 for hockey action. The tournament marked the end of the hockey season for the players.

Looking back at years in Legislature I have for the past eight years, since I began to write weekly reports, always done so on Mondays as that was the day that works most favourably for many in media. For the first time I am writing this report on a Friday, the day after the 39th Parliament of the B.C. Legislature sat for the very last time. The Legislature will again reconvene of course, after the next provincial general election in May, and when it does there will be at least two dozen brand new MLAs, including one here in Penticton. That is, in my view, something we can all be excited about; that there are many dedicated people all across British Columbia who have the courage to put their name forward to serve. Locally I am aware of three individuals who are running in this riding and I expect there may soon be more. After this week’s report I will have between three or four more reports remaining until the writ is

Victoria Views

Bill Barisoff dropped and the election process will be underway. As I am not running for reelection, the procedures for an MLA who is retiring are different from one who is standing for re-election. The largest change is that my MLA office will be required to close once the writ has been dropped. This will mean that during the writ period if citizens have a provincial area of concern they will need to contact Enquiry B.C. On the same theme if you have an area of provincial concern my office will continue to be open daily up to April 16 which is the day the writ is dropped and I will continue to be

available for appointments until that date. After my constituency office is closed (when the writ is dropped) all constituent’s personal information is destroyed and personal belongings are removed. Once the office is vacated it will then be up to the newly elected MLA to determine if they would like to remain in the same location or select a different location. As constituency staff are deemed to be employees of the MLA and not employees of the Legislature, their employment is ultimately terminated and on that note I hope all citizens of the South Okanagan will join me in thanking my two constituency assistants Marg and Jane who have provided many years of dedicated service to citizens in the South Okanagan and have in many ways become like my extended family. My staff in Victoria; Karen and Angela are deemed to be employees of the Legislature and as such they have a different employ-

ment status however I would also like to publicly thank them for many years of dedicated service over the past eight years I have served as speaker. A newly elected MLA will have the opportunity to hire new staff or they can hire existing staff if so desired. Unused funds in my constituency account will be returned to the Legislature. Although this will not be my final column as your MLA, I would like to take a moment to recognize all of the outgoing MLAs who will be retiring with this coming election. Being an MLA or an MP means that you will at times spend more time apart from your family then when you are together. As a result your colleagues in caucus and across the floor, including your staff, become like an extended family and saying goodbye is always a challenge. I would also like to thank the many ministers over the years who were always

willing to support important projects in the South Okanagan. As the speaker you have a special ability to summon ministers to the office of the speaker to discuss matters of import-

Sue Eden

Donna Young

Larry Young

Laurie Andres

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there are challenges that remain I am confident that when people work together they will continue to do amazing things. Bill Barisoff is the MLA for the riding of Penticton.

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10.49

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**Redeem your earned Superbucks® value towards the purchase of Merchandise at participating stores (excluding tobacco, alcohol, lottery tickets, gas and prescriptions). With each fuel purchase when you use your President’s Choice Financial® MasterCard® or President’s Choice Financial® debit card as payment, you will receive 7 cents per litre in Superbucks® value. When you use any other method of payment, you will receive 3.5 cents per litre in Superbucks® value. Superbucks® value expires 60 days after date of issue. Superbucks® value are not redeemable at third party businesses within participating stores, the gas bar, or on the purchase of tobacco, alcohol, lottery tickets and prescriptions. Superbucks® value has no cash value and no cash will be returned for any unused portion. Identification may be required at the time of redemption. See Superbucks® receipt for more details. ® Trademarks of Loblaws Inc. and others. ©2013. † MasterCard is a registered trademark of MasterCard International Incorporated. President’s Choice Bank a licensee of the mark. President’s Choice Financial MasterCard is provided by President’s Choice Bank. President’s Choice Financial personal banking products are provided by the direct banking division of CIBC.

EACH

Everyday Essentials 6 pk. CFL 13W lightbulbs †

.48

PC® family pack batteries

LIMIT 2

Or, get

12.99 EACH

3.5¢

per litre**

in Superbucks value using any other purchase method ®

Redeem Superbucks towards purchases made in-store.**

Prices are in effect until Thursday, March 21, 2013 or while stock lasts. Quantities and/or selection of items may be limited and may not be available in all stores. NO RAINCHECKS OR SUBSTITUTIONS on clearance items or where quantities are advertised as limited. Advertised pricing and product selection (flavour, colour, patterns, style) may vary by store location. We reserve the right to limit quantities to reasonable family requirements. We are not obligated to sell items based on errors or misprints in typography or photography. Coupons must be presented and redeemed at time of purchase. Applicable taxes, deposits, or environmental surcharges are extra. No sales to retail outlets. Some items may have “plus deposit and environmental charge” where applicable. ®/TM The trademarks, service marks and logos displayed in this newspaper ad are trademarks of Loblaws Inc. and others. All rights reserved. © 2013 Loblaws Inc. *Guaranteed Lowest Prices applies only to our major supermarket competitors’ print advertisements (i.e. flyer, newspaper). We will match the competitor’s advertised price only during the effective date of the competitor’s print advertisement. Our major supermarket competitors are determined solely by us and are based on a number of factors which can change from time to time. Identical items are defined as same brand, item type (in the case of produce, meat and bakery), size and attributes and carried at this store location. We will not match competitors’ “multi-buys” (eg. 2 for $4), “spend x get x”, “Free”, “clearance”, discounts obtained through loyalty programs, or offers related to our third party operations (post office, gas bars, dry cleaners etc.). We reserve the right to cancel or change the terms of this promise at any time. **We Match Prices! Look for the symbol in store. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES (note that our major supermarket competitors may not). Due to the fact that product is ordered prior to the time of our Ad Match checks, quantities may be limited. We match select items in our major supermarket competitors’ flyers throughout the week. Major supermarket competitors are determined solely by us based on a number of factors which can vary by store location. We match identical items (defined as same brand, size, and attributes) and for fresh produce, meat and bakery, we match a comparable item (as determined solely by us).

Customer Relations: 1-866-999-9890.

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