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by John Arendt

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The wishes of the constituents, not party directives or personal conviction, would come first for the four candidates in the upcoming provincial election. Speaking at a candidate forum on Tuesday evening, the four candidates seeking to represent the Penticton riding said they would represent the wishes of their constituents when faced with a difficult decision in the legislature. “Representatives are sent to represent their constituents to the legislature,” said New Democratic Party candidate Richard

Summerland’s reservoirs are now spilling as the snow pack continues to melt.

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Gang activity

A report on gang activity in British Columbia has been released.

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Fire pit pledged

A fire pit has been pledged to the Agur Lake Camp Society.

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Cannings. He added that he could not foresee an instance when his party’s direction and his own views would differ. Doug Maxwell of B.C. First said the existing structure of party politics has put the wishes of the party over the wishes of the people. He said a no-party system — something advocated by B.C. First — would restructure provincial politics and would ensure the wishes of the voters would be presented. “The top of the pyramid should be the people of the riding,” he said. Other candidates said a free vote system would enable politicians to best represent the electorate. See CANDIDATES Page 3

Administrator withdrawn at care centre

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Emergency plan

Summerlanders are urged to prepare an emergency plan for their families.

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Ball tourney

Summerland hosted softball teams from across the province on the weekend.

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YOUR SMILE Just when I have all the answers somebody changed the questions.

Crowning achievement

Carla McLeod Special to the Review

Outgoing Blossom Queen Susan Watkins helps the new Miss Summerland, Maddy Campbell, with her crown. For more on the Blossom Pageant, please see Pages 10 and 11.

After months of scrutiny, Interior Health has withdrawn its administrator from Summerland Seniors Village and allowed the facility to take in new residents. However, the health authority will continue to provide clinical oversight at the care facility. “Interior Health is pleased with the progress that has been made to improve the quality of care at Summerland Seniors Village,” said Karen Bloemink, regional director of residential services with the Interior Health Authority. She added that Interior Health will continue to work with the facility.

“Given the improvements we have seen in the three months since the administrator ’s appointment, Interior Health is confident that continued improvements can be achieved,” she said. “We want to thank the administrator, IH’s clinical consultant, Retirement Concepts and Summerland Seniors Village staff for their commitment to improving the quality of care for residents.” Scott Shearer, general manager of Summerland Seniors Village, said the announcement is positive news for the care facility. “The site has done a lot of work with staff and with help from the health authority,” he said. “The staff has done a great job.” See MONITORING Page 3

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Summerland’s reservoirs now spilling by John Arendt As the snow in the mountains continues to melt, Summerland’s reservoirs are filling and some have already started to spill. Scott Lee, water systems manager for

Summerland, said Thirsk Lake has been spilling for more than a week. Other reservoirs have been opened for a more controlled release. Lee said the reservoirs are expected to spill again this year.

He added that the exceptionally warm spring temperatures, coupled with a heavy snow pack, could lead to runoff problems. Because of concerns about excess water from a rapid melt, the level at Gar-

nett Lake has been reduced. “Once Garnet begins to spill, everything that happens there is out of our control,” Lee said. The melting snow can be seen in the latest snow pack readings, which were

taken on May 1. At Summerland Reservoir, the snow pack is 17 centimetres, or the equivalent of 30 millimetres of water. This is 24 per cent of the historical average. At Isintok Lake,

which is at a higher elevation, the snow pack is 46 centimetres, or the equivalent of 146 millimetres of water. This is 107 per cent of the average for this time of the year. Lee said the con-

ditions at this time of year are unpredictable and as a result the snow pack figures can vary widely. He said there have been eight years in the past 50 with no snow pack recorded on May 1.

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GENERAL ELECTION Remember to Vote. Tuesday, May 14 is General Voting Day. Bring Identification Under the Election Act, voters must prove their identity and residential address in order to receive a ballot or register to vote in conjunction with voting in a provincial general election or by-election. Voters may present identification, or use a process known as vouching. Some acceptable types of identification and information on the vouching process are found below.

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Candidates promise strong communication Continued from Page 1

tem has been in place in municipal politics and he would like to see it in the legislature as well. “I’m a firm believer in the free vote system and I’ll be taking it forward.” Along with voting for the wishes of the electorate, the candidates all promised to be accessible and to communicate with their constituents. Ashton promised to have a part-time office in Summerland in order to ensure the community would be

“The individual MLA should have a free vote in the house,” said Conservative candidate Sean Upshaw. He added that if faced with a decision where the wishes of the voters were contrary to his own views, he would state that difference in the legislature, but then vote according to the wishes of the constituents. B.C. Liberal candidate Dan Ashton said a free vote sys-

able to reach him. “Communication is incredibly important in today’s world,” he said. “Summerland will have an office when I’m elected as the MLA.” Cannings said he would have an opendoor policy and said promised to communicate with the public through various methods, including relevant political columns. “I really enjoy communicating with people,” he said.

Upshaw said a representative must be accessible in order to be effective. “I’m probably one of the most reachable, touchable individuals,” he said. “Your concerns should be my concerns.” Maxwell said he would work hard to communicate with the constituents of the riding. “I promise, every time, to answer anyone who contacts me,” he said. The forum was

hosted by the Summerland Chamber of Commerce and the Summerland Review. Connie Denesiuk was the forum moderator. Around 200 people attended the forum. Questions had been submitted in advance. The provincial election will be held on Tuesday, May 14. The last MLA to represent the riding was Bill Barisoff of the B.C. Liberals, who also served as speaker of the house.

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weekly meetings with the operator and a follow-up quality review to be conducted in June, 2013. Bloemink said the review in June will help to determine if the level of oversight at the care facility

The health authority’s clinical consultant will monitor and work with leadership at the care facility. There will be ongoing inspections by Interior Health’s licensing program,

will change. The administrator was appointed Jan. 25 to oversee the residential care section at Summerland Seniors Village and to address ongoing concerns. Interior Health

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POLICE report Remote control cars stolen

On May 2 at 3:30 p.m., police were called when a man was observed on security cameras taking remote control cars from a downtown business. The man was later stopped on Peach Orchard Road. Police recovered two stolen remote control cars, a quantity of marijuana and a can of bear spray. The man also had open liquor. Police say he lied about his name when he was questioned. The 22-year-old Summerland man is now facing multiple charges including theft, obstruction, possession for the purpose of trafficking, possession of a prohibited weapon and consuming liquor in public.

Theft attempted

On May 2 just after noon, police were called following the attempted theft of a motorcycle from a pickup truck on Peach Orchard Road. Police say the suspect was scared off by the owner of the motorcycle. The suspect is described as a slim 17-yearold boy, around 176 centimetres tall, with short, dark spiky hair. He was wearing jeans and a brown hoodie with tan stripes. He had a grey backpack.

Liquor taken

On May 1, police stopped a 37-year-old man who had been attempting to steal liquor from a Summerland store. The man was returned to the store where he paid for the liquor. He was then banned from the business.

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Care for seniors Now that the Interior Health Authority has withdrawn its administrator from Summerland Seniors Village, there is reason for optimism about the future of the care facility. In January, the health authority appointed an administrator in order to address ongoing concerns at the facility. The most recent occurred in November, when Alberto Bonaldi, 91, was found near death after a suspected case of food poisoning. He died in hospital two weeks later. Concerns were raised because staff at the facility had not noted his absence at meal times. Members of the Bonaldi family have spoken openly about this incident and have repeatedly stated they do not wish to see anyone else go through a similar situation. However, it is important to remember that others have had positive experiences with Summerland Seniors Village and are pleased with the care they or their loved ones have received. The measures taken in response to Bonaldi’s death have been necessary in order to ensure a similar incident cannot and will not happen again. Now that the administrator has been withdrawn, the message from the Interior Health Authority is clear: Improvements have been made at the facility. The health authority will continue to monitor Summerland Seniors Village. Ongoing inspections will be conducted and weekly meetings will be held with the operator of the facility. A quarterly review will be conducted in June.This review will help to determine if the level of oversight at the care centre can change. While many have opinions about the care facility, it is best to let the final analysis rest with the Interior Health Authority, with those who can best evaluate the level of care at Summerland Seniors Village.

We would like to congratulate all the candidates in this year’s Blossom Pageant. On Saturday evening, Maddy Campbell was selected as this year’s Blossom Queen, with Nicole Fofonoff and Tori Craig as the two princesses. All 10 candidates worked hard as they prepared for this year’s pageant and all will take with them skills they will be able to use in the future.

NDP to B.C. voters: trust us VICTORIA – When Adrian Dix took over as B.C. NDP leader two years ago, he struggled to communicate, especially in the sound bites of radio and TV. There was a running joke in the legislature press gallery: It didn’t matter what question you asked him, you got a six-minute answer that ended with the evils of log exports. Even more Tom Fletcher than under Carole James, the NDP railed against log exports. “B.C. logs for B.C. jobs” became one of Dix’s favourite slogans. As the election approached, another Dixism was heard daily: “Say what you’re going to do, say how you’re going to pay for it.” So it was a surprise a few weeks ago when the NDP signalled it would essentially not offer a policy on log exports. They’re going to meet with “stakeholders” and come up with a plan after they get a majority government. This is exactly the same nonpolicy the NDP had in 2009. They don’t have an answer to the industry’s point that the high price gained by premium logs in foreign markets is what keeps many loggers working, and subsidizes the harvest of other logs for B.C. coastal mills. Another thing the NDP doesn’t like is private power development. This issue featured promin-

ently in the NDP leadership contest two years ago. Leadership contender Mike Farnworth told the party faithful he would study independent power purchase contracts, and if he found that they are not in the public interest, he would “mend them or end them.” Another leadership hopeful, energy critic John Horgan, allowed that he would “break” contracts if necessary. By this spring, Dix had a new non-position on power purchase contracts. He will “assess them and address them.” The printed platform promises a review “within the limits of existing contracts.” Either they plan to risk a costly legal battle, or they’re just paying lip service. All you have to do to find out is elect them. Labour code changes are another blank slate. A memo from the B.C. Federation of Labour executive to members last year described how they were working closely with the NDP to rewrite B.C. labour law. The NDP election platform punts this issue until after the election as well, promising an independent expert panel to decide on issues like whether to end secret-ballot votes for union certification. This isn’t just a bad idea, it’s a 30-year-old bad idea. It’s based on the destructive old notion that employers are the enemy of workers, and only a union can protect

them. The long decline of union membership in the private sector isn’t caused by employer bullying or secret-ballot votes that protect employees’ freedom of choice. The cause is global competition. The only protection workers have from that is their own efficiency. Balancing the budget? An NDP government will strive to do that over “the business cycle,” says finance critic Bruce Ralston. Old-timers might remember this one. It’s taken from the NDP’s 1991 election platform. Yes, 22 years ago there was a widespread belief in a predictable four-year cycle of commodity prices and other economic determinants. Whatever was left of that dusty, faded picture was erased with the financial collapse of 2008. If you still believe in a predictable “business cycle,” you may be willing to accept that an NDP-led B.C. will become the first jurisdiction in human history to eliminate poverty, by setting annual targets and paying out borrowed money to low-income parents. On ferries, fracking, union contracts, capital construction and other weighty matters, the NDP’s answer is the same: trust us. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com. tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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In the days leading up to the May 14 B.C. election, we have noticed a growing cynicism or disillusion among the electorate. Some have mentioned that they do not plan to vote. In previous elections, the number in this riding who did not vote is greater than the number who supported any single candidate. The makeup of the government should represent the wishes of the public as accurately as possible. This accuracy is lost when voters do not make their wishes known.

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NDP anti-business and anti-growth Dear Editor: I am very concerned about the B.C. provincial election coming up. Why am I concerned? Because there is a very good chance we will end up with an NDP majority government and that never ends well for any province that has ever had an NDP government. Ask Saskatchewan how they liked being

held back by the NDP. They are now leading the country in growth under a conservativeminded government. Ask Ontario how their experiment with the NDP worked out for them in the 1990s. They canned the NDP at the earliest convenience after Bob Rae and his team destroyed their economy and doubled their unemployment rate. Ask Manitoba

how they like having their PST raised a full percent this coming July and having their right to vote on that tax increase removed from law by their governing NDP. Do you remember what BC was like in the 1990s. Adrian Dix was a big part of that government. I, along with tens of thousands of others had to leave the province just to get a job. In Alberta,

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people referred to the B.C. government as Alberta’s best job creator. We are becoming the “Province of No.” We are saying No to every proposed industrial development whether it’s ski resorts, mines, or pipelines and the loudest critics and opponents to all of these economic proposals are NDP leaders and MLAs. You

can understand why business is scared to invest anything in this province. Four of my own clients have put projects on hold in case the NDP win. Adrian Dix has announced that the NDP will raise taxes on corporations, they will impose a new tax on banks, broaden the reach of the Carbon Tax and increase income tax on individuals making more

than $150,000 a year. Business won’t eat that tax increase out of the goodness of their heart and will pass it on to their customers...so this is really a tax increase on the general public. Many of those people affected by the tax increase are the ones providing you and me with jobs. These policies are anti-business and anti-economic

growth. Sure the Liberals mishandled the HST, but the people had their say and we got rid of it. Is that worth kicking them out over when the alternative has already proven to be a much worse experience? Let’s learn from our history, because History is about to repeat itself. Craig Bloom Summerland

Election becomes interesting Dear Editor: As we are getting closer to the election, it is finally becoming a little more interesting. Let’s see now – David Black is telling us that he has financial backing to build a $25 billion oil refinery near Kitimat. To secure that kind of financing you need long term contracts for your products (offtake) and a few green lights from the BC government. Premier Clark insists she will pay off the provincial debt in 15 years, using rev-

enues generated by selling Liquid Natural Gas (LNG). We should keep in mind that in order for any government to collect resource revenues, those resources somehow have to be delivered to their prospective customers. Premier Clark is not telling us anything about just how those resources are supposed to be transported to those facilities, let alone to the end users, promoting speculation that: David Black, pipeline companies, refineries, LNG plants and shipping compan-

ies already have received a few green lights from the B.C. government — we have just not been told yet. In the mean time Adrian Dix has been adamant that there will be no construction of pipelines in B.C., and no increase in shipping of liquid natural resources in our coastal waters. Is Premier Clark going to make those announcements just before the election, hoping it will make her reelection a slam dunk? Andy Thomsen Summerland

Carbon tax, Carbon Trust symbols of a failed system

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A Tale of Two Cultures

This photo depicting two cultures was taken at the Golden Jubilee celebrations for Summerland’s 50th birthday in 1956. Summerland’s Japanese citizens have been an integral part of the community since before the town was even incorporated and many descendants of the earliest residents still live here. May is Asian Heritage month, so the Summerland Museum thought it would be the appropriate time to open our newest exhibit, Do Shi Kai (Coming to New World with Great Hopes,) in honour of our Japanese citizens. Join us on Saturday, May 11 between 1 and 4 p.m. for our grand opening. Dewa matane.

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Dear Editor: It is more that just another hated tax; the provincial carbon tax and Pacific Carbon Trust are glaring symbols of a failed political system that is monstrously imbalanced and out of touch with taxpayers. The tax accomplishes nothing according to our Auditor General, has been rejected by all other jurisdictions in North America as an unworkable concept, yet we see no move to address this from either main party. The party in power says it will freeze the current level of the tax but keep it in place, and the opposition party actually plans to expand it and

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put all the incoming funds under the BC Climate Action Secretariat, which is under the discretionary control of the Premier’s office. We are in financial distress as a province, taxed to the limit, yet here we are tilting at windmills with this expensive game. We are a symbolic innovator, says one party in justification; the other at one time opposed it, but when it didn’t get them elected, they oneeightied and said they really loved it all the time. Whatever your degree of environmentalist commitment, the whole thing analytically nets out as just plumb dumb. And the hard truth is both main parties

mislead, lie or game the subject, and it ends up just being about insatiable taxation and wasteful spending. We taxpayers had no democratic representation whatsoever throughout this dance macabre. So, if it is such a wasteful disaster as our Auditor General says and the public generally hates it and can ill afford it, where are the voices of reason and corrective change? Sorry, the system says, not allowed by party discipline; we want the money more than we want to do right by the taxpayers. This is a sequel to the HST failure of governance and it is the epitome of a gen-

eral failure of the system. To all you politicians who advocate nefariously, and to all you politicians who say nothing when you should speak out, you are flirting with sinking this obnoxious ship you sail on. Beware of your taunting and trivializing the electorate, because it is driving us toward a critical mass of dissatisfaction. You have gone too far. This may just be the beginning of an end you all created by the lack of free voices and lack of representative government, and you wouldn’t be the first in political history to have caused your own extinction. Roy Roope Summerland

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Renewable resources Look at NDP record have been neglected by Gwyn Morgan

Dear Editor: “At the end of the day, what have you?” is a favourite saying of Christy Clark. If she is talking about the significant amounts of money the B.C. government received from the sale of gas and oil permits, the answer is “nothing.” All of it went into general funds for the budget, with nothing left for the future as those non-renewable resources are used. She is now saying that some money

would be put aside for the future — maybe. Renewable resources, especially forestry, have been sadly neglected starting with Gordon Campbell and continued by Rich Coleman and on to the present. The forestry ministry is a mere shadow of its former self. Forestry has been and should continue to be an important part of B.C.’s economy as a valuable sustainable resource. The inventory is sadly out of date. Too

many logs have been shipped out of country. Scaling and checking of logging practices is minimal. This is a vital resource for many reasons — to help retain soil, ease spring runoff, for fish habitat, for wildlife and for recreation and tourism values. Long neglect will create a barren time when harvesting would be wanted on land set aside for no logging because of other values.

It takes time for trees to grow. They are not an instant crop in B.C. But it is the sad story of 10 years of Liberal government. Furthermore, any government that assigns a budget member to a university, then after the budget is set cuts four per cent of the funding, is a government which is operating out of control. It is hypocrisy to behave in such a manner. Sheila White Summerland

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I’m concerned that many British Columbians are more focused on “change” for the sake of change rather than electing the party most likely to foster job creation and financial stability. Our province’s resource endowment has always been a mainstay of both jobs and the generation of revenues needed to fund social programs. From what I have seen and heard, an NDP government would rev up spending while stymieing resource development through endless environmental reviews and or by just saying “no”, driving investment to other provinces and other countries. We need new mines and gas fields, pipelines, refineries, ports and processing plants to replace jobs lost by tech change and by events like the pine beetle catastrophe. Economic development and the protection of the environment are not mutually exclusive. Yes, we must be good stewards of our beautiful province, but we do have the technology to move the economy forward in an environmentally responsible manner. Saying no to new projects will mean job losses for cur-

rently employed and no opportunity for young people looking to join the work force. We also need to focus on balancing the provincial budget, rather than taking money away from social programs to fund rising interest costs. Forty years of experience in business has taught me that too much debt is crippling. It scares me that the NDP have rolled out billions of dollars in new spending during this campaign, and their “every dollar is accounted for” rhetoric just isn’t credible because their antidevelopment attitude will reduce revenue at the same time as spending rises. There is truth to the adage, “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” The NDP came to power in 1991 and governed the rest of that decade. Investment dried up and economic growth trailed the rest of Canada. A low point came when the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce thanked the B.C. government for driving growth investment in Alberta. Glenn Clark’s 1996 to 1999 tenure was arguably the most disastrous for B.C. and with Adrian Dix, premier Clark’s former chief of staff

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Economic development through cultural industries In recent months, I’ve been talking about the contributions made to economic development in Summerland via different types of initiatives. Sometimes these initiatives feel familiar in the context of the economy. These include ideas such as shopping local, something we can all do, and how the availability of industrial land such as the new Bentley Road Industrial Park makes it possible for businesses to expand and move to Summerland. Last month I wrote about the economic benefits that can come to a community through less traditional avenues, such as the Okanagan Lake Multi-Use Pathway Project and other recreation initiatives. This month I’d like to turn your attention to cultural initiatives - another way a segment of our community contributes to our economy. Cultural

industries include performing arts, visual arts and heritage institutions, writing and published works, film and video production, broadcasting, advertising and creative design, and interactive digital media. Each of these industries is represented in Summerland, some more visibly than others. While we don’t have specific numbers for Summerland, a UBC study completed in 2010 indicated that in the city of Kelowna the creative sector represented 1157 direct and indirect jobs and 121.5 million dollars in economic output. A recent UNESCO study also states that cultural industries are becoming important components of today’s economy, propelling innovation and development. We know the obvious – that diversity in cultural prod-

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Sgt. Alexander Van Herwaarden of the Summerland Air Cadets lights a candle at a veteran’s grave during the VE Day ceremony on Sunday.

Chamber Corner

Christine Petkau ucts such as festivals and events contributes to growth in tourism. However there’s more. Cultural industries and products contribute to people moving here. The more creativity and culture a community offers, the greater the incentive for people with similar interests and values to live and work here, and hopefully to also start businesses that will employ others. Here in Summerland, some of the more visible aspects of local history and culture kick off their seasons this month. The KVSR opens for the regular season and will welcome more than 20,000 riders, many of whom will spend additional dollars in our community. Other activities showcasing our community include the Summerland Studio Tour featuring 15 local studios. The town banners will also be hung this

month. This unique display of over 100 hand painted banners is a delight to the eye and a wonderful demonstration of public art. Beginning today, the Rotary Goodwill Shakespeare Festival kicks off its 13th year in Summerland. We estimate that these talented young visitors will inject approximately $50,000 in our Main Street economy over their 3 day visit. Their theme this year: “Who hath the story for your ear”? When it comes to reviving our local economy, we can listen to and recognize the value of many different stories, all with an important contribution to make. We always appreciate your feedback. Please contact me at manager@summerlandchamber.com or our Chamber President, Arlene Fenrich, at president@summ e r l a n d c h a m b e r. com. Christine Petkau is the manager of the Summerland Chamber of Commerce.

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Haley Wiens and her mom Lynnea enjoy browsing at the Summerland Library. The Friends of the Summerland Library will host a Mother’s Day Tea on Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Offerings that are removed will be photographed, tagged, and stored for sixty days at the Engineering and Public Works Department. Flowers or floral arrangements that have wilted or have become unsightly will be removed and discarded. Although care will be taken removing offerings, the District will accept no responsibility for lost, stolen, or damaged offerings. For more information call Engineering and Public Works at 250-494-0431.

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Anti-gang police publish report by Jeff Nagel Black Press

B.C.’s anti-gang police unit is taking a step out of the shadows and into the spotlight. The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit (CFSEU) is the integrated team of 400 officers and civilians from 14 different

agencies, including RCMP and municipal police forces, that disrupt and suppress organized crime around the province. Their investigations have cracked big cases, such as the discovery of an audacious cross-border drug-smuggling tunnel in Aldergrove and the unraveling of a

massive international money-laundering ring. The CFSEU is now out to capture a bigger public profile with the publication of its first-ever Community Report. The report can be read online at bc-anti-gang.com. Sgt. Lindsey Houghton said the aim is to make more

people aware of the CFSEU and what it does. The initiative comes as the antigang force chalks up a major win – the arrest in February of three men in the murder of notorious gangster Jonathan Bacon, who was shot with four associates in 2011 outside a

Kelowna casino. “Some people never thought that day would ever come,” Houghton said. “Or that the police would ever take something like that seriously. That was one of the watershed moments in the history of Kelowna.” Houghton said the report pulls together

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COSCO is calling for universal home care and home support services, based on need, available seven days a week to seniors and people with disabilities. Such a service would allow thousands of seniors to live with dignity and respect in their own homes, close to families and friends. It would cost much less than acute or residential care. It would strengthen our overall public health care system by reducing the pressure on acute care hospitals. As a matter of both human decency and common sense economics, providing universal home support so people can remain in their own homes must be a priority for the next government of our province.

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a broader picture of the CFSEU’s work than people see in daily news media coverage. “It seems like every couple of weeks or month we’ve got an interesting story to tell and this was one way for us to tell it,” he said. The report includes stories of officers tracking members of the Dhak/Duhre crime group who make up one side of the ongoing bloody gang conflict in B.C. It also releases intriguing findings on who is most likely to end up a victim of the gang violence that occasionally erupts in B.C. CFSEU researchers found the vast majority of gang-related murder victims over a four-year period had previous drug charges or convictions, and often violent criminal pasts. Most were gang members, not just associates or minor players in the drug trade, and a few were girlfriends or an innocent victim, like a man who was shot in Burnaby after picking up a Bacon brother vehicle to install a

car stereo in it. B.C. gang-related killings peaked at 36 in 2009 before dropping to 18 last year. Victims are overwhelmingly men and their average age is 30, according to CFSEU stats. Three-quarters of bodies are found near the victims’ homes or vehicles. Most (85 per cent) were shot, but eight per cent were viciously beaten, six per cent were stabbed and one victim was burned to death. Also included are key risk factors for ending up in a gang and tips for parents on spotting potential signs of gang involvement. Carrying multiple cellphones, having unexplained cash and making frequent brief trips out of the home are among the red flags. The report details how police try to keep gangsters out of bars and restaurants to keep them from recruiting new blood, as well as to prevent gang violence. For more on the CFSEU, check out their website at cfseu. bc.ca.

by John Arendt

Gang-related activity targets much younger people. The average victim of gang-related violence is a 30-year-old man with a criminal past. In Summerland, there were just 375 men between the ages of 25 and 34, according to census data. Those at risk of joining gangs are between the ages of 17 and 23. In Summerland, there were a total of 880 people in this age bracket. Because there is gang activity elsewhere in the Okanagan Valley, there is sometimes a gang presence in the area, as members travel past the community. “At certain times, there have been issues with biker gangs,” Haley said, “but there’s nothing noticeable in Summerland.”

Gang activity not observed in Summerland

While Kelonwa and to a lesser degree Penticton deal with gang-related problems, Summerland has avoided a gang scene here, police say. Cpl. Bruce Haley of the Summerland RCMP said larger urban areas are more susceptible to gang crimes than smaller communities. He added that Summerland, with its aging population, does not tend to draw gang activity. “We’re very fortunate in our community we don’t have this issue,” he said. According to the 2011 census, Summerland had a population of 11,280. The median age was 52 and those over 55 accounted for 45 per cent of the total population.

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Balloon crashes from heavy payload by John Arendt

The flight of a helium balloon on May 2 was considerably shorter and less spectacular than anticipated. The balloon was launched from the field behind Summerland Secondary School on Thursday afternoon. Earlier predictions and computer models had called for a flight time of 2.5 hours, covering a distance of 100 to 150 kilometres and reaching an elevation of more than 34,000 metres. The actual flight was much shorter. The balloon was airborne around 30 seconds, reached an altitude of around two metres and travelled one block before it became entangled in a light standard at the corner of Jubilee Road and Kelly Avenue. “We didn’t quite reach our goal of

Up, up and away

100,000 feet,” said Trevor Knowlton, careers teacher at the high school and coordinator of the balloon project. “We cleared a six-foot fence.” He said the doomed flight ended early because the payload was too heavy. Initially, organizers at the school had worked on a twokilogram payload, but Transport Canada required them to include an aircraft transponder with the rest of the payload. The transponder, which includes the electronic unit, a battery and a length of cable, roughly doubled the weight of the load. “Having that equipment on board pushed us over the top,” Knowlton said. The balloon was rated to carry a payload of up to 2.7 kilograms. Before the launch,

Knowlton and others working with the balloon project filled the balloon as full as possible and attempted to lighten the load, but the payload was still too much for the balloon to handle. “We pushed the balloon in terms of how much helium it took,” he said. The strong south wind on Tuesday afternoon was a small factor in the crash, but Knowlton said the flight would have been doomed even if the wind had been calm. In order to lift the payload, a larger balloon, one rated for three to four kilograms would be required. Following the launch, Knowlton said another attempt would be made the following year, but on Monday, a second launch was attempted. This one was successful.

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The spring production of Psycho Night At The Paradise Lounge will be the final project for the Acting 12 class. The murder mystery is the perfect whodunit, with a cast of “real crazy characters,” said drama teacher Heather Ayris. The play will be staged on May 15,16 and 17, at Centre Stage Theatre at 7 p.m. and admission is by donation. Pictured from left are Stephan OtaDemers, Geordie Goldsmith, Sacha Perry-Fagant, Susan Watkins and Tai Duong.

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While a balloon launch on Thursday failed, a repeat on Monday was successful, with the balloon reaching more than 34,000 metres. In the background, Okanagan Lake can be seen.

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Along with blossom time comes the crowning of Summerland’s Royalty. The 43rd annual Summerland Blossom Pageant was held this past weekend at Centre Stage Theatre. Taking part in the competition were 10 talented young ladies. In the final analysis, it was Maddy Campbell, Miss Nesters Market, who was chosen as Blossom Queen. Joining her in her reign will be Princesses Tori Craig, Miss Action Festival and Nicole Fofonoff, Miss Summerset Massage Therapy. The Talent and Speech presentations were held on Friday evening. The very insightful speeches included topics on happiness, love of family and home, life experience, humanitarian work and living in the now. Talents shown were of figure skating, sewing, poetry, singing, acting and dance. During Saturday night’s program, the contestants modelled evening wear and answered impromptu questions. Judges for the pageant were Stacey Bingham, Shannon

Corps and Darlene Belanger. “I feel so honoured and shocked. I’m so proud of all the other candidates. Everyone has done so well,” Campbell said after the pageant. “I’m so honoured to be chosen.” Craig said,”I’m just so happy. I don’t have any other words to describe it.” Fofonoff said,

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about the winning, but about taking the experience and using it for the rest of their lives. “If nothing else you will have learned to get the butterflies in your stomach to fly in formation,” she said. The mayor also gave a thank you presentation to the outgoing royalty for representing the community during the past year. Also taking part in the competition were Miss Kiwanis, Savina Singh, Miss Local Lounge Grille, Laura Kohan and Miss Penny Lane, Dara VanDermeulen.

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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 noon to 1 p.m. in Penticton at the United Church on Main and Eckhardt, Room 202. Call 250-486-5313. 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 Horseshoe Club is looking for new members. Practices are held in Memorial Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Call Laura Williams at 250494-3094. 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 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

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

Dry Grad fundraiser at Nesters Market on Saturday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Krispy Kreme doughnuts will be sold, with proceeds going to the Summerland Secondary School 2013 Dry Grad. Husbands, surprise your wife for Mother’s Day on Saturday, May 11 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Summerland Legion. Enjoy dancing to the band, About Time. The members of the Summerland Dance Club will provide prizes, food and fellowship. Black and white attire. For information phone Anne Ling at 250-4947168. Spring Plant Sale Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Summerland Ornamental Gardens, 4200 Hwy 97 S. Phone 250-494-6385, email asks@summerlandornamentalgardens.org or visit summerlandornamentalgardens.org for more information. The Friends of the Summerland Library invite all moms to the library for a tea. Activities for the kids and a special gift for all moms. Join us Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. For more information contact the Summerland Library at 250-494-5591. Third Annual Rubber Ducky Race Saturday, May 11 at 11 a.m. at Green Mountain Road, Penticton River Channel. Come out and support the Penticton Regional Hospital Pediatrics Ward. Adopt a duck or just come out and have fun. For more information call Jan at 250-488-5390.

Sunday

DivorceCare is for all 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.

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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. 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 250-4945363. Penticton Concert Band practices Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members

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welcome. Intermediate to advanced players. Call Gerald at 250-8092087. 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. 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 250-404-8007. Summerland Farmers’ Market in Memorial Park, Wharton Street, every Tuesday April through October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information call Paul at 250-4940540. 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. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group joins the Penticton MS Group every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for a coffee social at the Cherry Lane Mall Food Court. Whist is played on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St.

Wednesday

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.

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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. Call Maureen at 250-494-9006. Okanagan reunion for former Kitimat residents at Cousins Park in Peachland, Thursday, May 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Coffee provided. Bring your lunch, chair and hat. Call Dina Tremblay at 250-4947069. Summerland’s art studios will open their doors to welcome visitors in to see how they make their magic happen. The S u m m e r l a n d / Tr o u t Creek Studio Tour 2013 will be held May 25 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www.studiotour.wordpress.com for more information.

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Fire pit pledged to camp Shaw Communications has pledged the cost for building a fire pit at Agur Lake Camp. Camp society president Carla Ohmenzetter said the society has contracted with Red Willow Forge in Summerland to build the fire pit. “This is a one-ofa-kind fire pit, specifically designed to ensure safety of all including our wheelchair guests and will be a focal attraction for the wilderness camping experience,” Ohmenzetter said. The fire pit will have a circular design with six uprights around the edge, strung with cable to keep people and wheelchairs safely away from the fire. Howell demonstrat-

ed how holes are punctured in the red hot uprights using his three-tonne Gamei which can press with 100-tonne force. Once assembled the fire pit will allow people with special needs to get close enough to the fire to toast marshmallows, but far enough away to be out of danger. The wilderness camp is 20 kilometres west of Summerland, on the shores of Agur Lake. The campers will be families with special needs members who would have difficulty accessing the resources in a regular camp facility. The grand opening of the camp will be on July 6. The fire pit will be put to use at that time.

Rotary Goodwill Festival Walk About Saturday, May 11th

Meet at 11:00 am at the front steps of Summerland Secondary School. Visit workshops in progress and discover the joy of participating in the performing arts.

For more information call 250-494-1248 The Summerland Badminton Club would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who contributed to our dinner dance fundraiser. We would also like to thank everyone who gave so freely of their time and energy to help make the event a success. · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·

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New area code added A growing demand for new telephone numbers will result in a fourth area code for British Columbia. The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission will add the 236 code begin-

ning June 1 to ensure residents and businesses continue to have enough phone numbers. Geographic boundaries governing long distance calling are not affected by the change.

A New Era for Health Care in the South Okanagan Last week Premier Clark reaffirmed that a NEW Patient Care Tower (not renovations) will be built for Penticton Regional Hospital. Dan and his colleagues have worked to save over $25 million of the RDOS/Regional Hospital Board commitment to the Tower.

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Early planning for emergencies urged The Okanagan has experienced some of the worst emergency crises in Canada with its wildfires. During an emergency, you and your family could be on your own for some time or be asked to evacuate your home. It may take emergency workers some time to get to you if there is a large event. As well, access to

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the time to assemble your family emergency kit. In a disaster when you are asked to evacuate your home, there is often no time to collect emergency supplies. Ensure you have grab-and-go kits for your home, office and vehicle. They should all contain water and supplies for a minimum of 72 hours.

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You may have some of the items already, such as food, water and a battery operated or wind-up flashlight, medicines and copies of important identification. Make sure your kit is easy to carry and everyone in the household knows where it is. Keep it in a backpack, duffle bag or suitcase with wheels, in an easyto-reach, accessible place, such as your front-hall closet. Develop a family plan to help you cope with the stress

of emergencies. It should: o Identify safe exits from your home and neighbourhood; o Select a meeting place to re-unite with family; o Have contact information for an out-of-area friend who will be a “check in contact” for everyone to call. o Consider evacuation options for family members with mobility concerns or other disabilities and o Consider who will care for pets. Your Summerland

Emergency Social Services (ESS) team is there to help, offering 72 hours of food, shelter and clothing in the event of evacuation under the Provincial Emergency Management Program. In a large emergency event, if you are evacuated, you will be asked to report to your local Emergency Reception Center. There, trained volunteers can provide support for you and even your pets to help you through this emergency.

Even with the above support, it is critical that you are prepared for an Emergency. Start on your Emergency Plan this week and put together your Grab and Go bag. For more information call ESS Director John Topham at 250-494-6434 or Fire Chief Glenn Noble at 250-494-7211. Useful Websites with more information are www.get prepared.gc.ca and http://embc.go.bc. ca/em/hazard_preparedness/Personal_ Safety.html.

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Volunteers are active with Emergency Social Services in Summerland In the back row from left are John Topham, Julien Mason, Dan Virgint, Brian Harris, Margaret Holler, Alida Erickson. In the front row from left are Pat Flett, Marilyn Topham, Laura Harris, Tina Thistlewood, Janice Mallory. Missing are Deborah Silk and Jan Carlson.

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Summerland hosts softball tournament Summerland Girls Softball hosted the first tournament of

the season at Dale Meadows Complex on May 4 and 5.

Scoreboard Golf Summerland Senior Men

Results: May 2. Greg Flook fired a fine 75 to take the low gross honours. Five players shared the deuce pot. First Flight: First gross Greg Flook, second gross Bob Fortune, first net Brian Livingstone, second net Doug Steinke. Second Flight: First gross Frank Davie, second gross Ken Bridgeman, first net Michael Ritchie, second net Nick Coe. Third Flight: First gross Stew MacCaulay, second gross Gil Espeut, first net Mike Brazen, second net Don Michel. Fourth Flight: First gross Lynn Brown, second gross George Carswell, first net Ken Foster, second net Peter Waterman.

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Results: May 1 Low gross: Gerry Bryant, 37. Low net: Bob Webb, 29. Birds: Bob Smyth. Closest to pin: Maurice Wood. Longest putt: Dan Kelly.

A total of 17 U16 and U12 teams from around the province attended. The teams started Saturday at 8 a.m. with all five fields at Dale Meadows in use. The teams had wonderful weather and good competition. As Summerland does not have a U16 or U12 team this season, this was mainly a fundraiser for softball. The four U16 teams which advanced to the playoffs were Kelowna Homers, West Kootenay Rockers, Kelowna Hollers, and Mission Elite. The Kelowna Homers, featuring Hannah Wright of Summerland, defeated the Hollers while West Kootenay defeated Mission to

advance. The final was a very hard fought game with West Kootenay winning in five innings 2-1. The U12 teams advancing were Trail Steelers, Port Coquitlam 04s, Kelowna Ice Breakers, and Port Coquitlam 03s. The semi finals were not as close as the U16 teams but Port Coquitlam 04s lost to Trail 17-6 while the Port Coquitlam 03s defeated Kelowna 15-4. The final was good after five innings when Trail defeated Port Coquitlam 8-7. This weekend, Summerland will host U19 and U14 teams. Summerland teams coached by Joe Cutt, Tom Nelson and Dave Martin will be playing.

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Jump Rope for Heart

Alyssa Mullin a Grade 4 student at Giantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head School, was one of the students participating in Jump Rope For Heart on Friday morning.

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10th anniversary

NeighbourLink marked its 10th anniversary with a cake cutting on Saturday morning. From left are NeighbourLink members Anne Foster, Marj Erickson, Betty Ann Xenis, Mayor Janice Perrino, Maryana Komljenovic of NeighbourLink, Coun. Robert Hacking and Marj Plitt of NeighbourLink. NeighbourLink is an interchurch agency providing aid to those in need locally.

If your team has played recently, let us know the score. Please send your sports results to sports@ summerlandreview.com, fax them to 250-4945453 or drop them off at 13226 Victoria Rd. N. by noon on Monday.

Starting Monday, February 25, the Summerland Review has contracted circulation sales representative Hans Straub to conduct a subscription drive. Hans will be calling on you to offer subscription prices for the Review at tremendous savings over regular subscription prices! HANS STRAUB - circulation sales representative

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(1925 – 2013) Joyce Isabel Newton (nee Woodward) died on April 29, 2013 at Summerland Seniors Village, Summerland, BC. She is survived by her four children: Gail (Charles) Wainwright, Gary (Susan) Newton, Barbara (Doug) Parker, Pamela Newton (Nick Hudson); her 10 grandchildren, 2 great granddaughters, her sister Joan (Lynn) Scott and her cousin and dear friend Edith Chisholm. She is once again with Edward Alexander Newton, her husband of 54 years who passed away in 2004. Joyce was born in Winnipeg in 1925, the daughter of the late Bertha (Betty) Devlin and Harold Woodward. She moved to Vancouver in 1948 working as a legal stenographer, where she met and married Ed in 1949. There they created their home and raised their children. They retired to White Rock in 1987 and in 2005 Joyce relocated to Ed’s hometown, Summerland, to be near her family. Joyce was happiest in her roles as wife, mother and homemaker – in all of which she excelled. She and Ed were lifetime members of United Commercial Travellers where they made many lasting friends. Despite numerous health issues, Joyce lived a full life. She loved to travel, enjoyed entertaining, and made many friends in her bridge and poker groups. She had a great sense of humour and enjoyed a good martini. Memorial services were held at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in Summerland, on Saturday May 4, 2013 at 11 am. Interment was held at Sunnyside Lawn Cemetery in Surrey, on Monday May 6 at 11 am. Donations may be made in Joyce’s honour to CNIB BC Region. Condolences may be directed to the family at providencefuneralhomes.com.

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2-family garage/moving sale, Sat, May 11, 7am-2pm. 9011 Gilman Rd. 2 transit levels, 1 laser level, 2 table saws, 1 arm saw, 2 wheelbarrows, 2 20 gal compressors, 8hp snowblower, 9.5hp outboard motor, Honda lawnmower, 3 4-wheel walkers, 2 chainsaws, new portable massage table, and lots more. Come early.

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HUGE SELECTION - LOWEST PRICES Rebuilt Appliances with Full Warranties

WASHERS from $299 WASHER/DRYER sets from $449 FRIDGES from $299 RANGES Ask about our from $299 6 month buyback

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

Pets & Livestock

493-3011

Equestrian

Landscaping Emerald Cedar Trees. 4 ft tall, $12.95 each. Delivery or planting available. Call George at 250-498-2189.

Pet Services

Screened Topsoil - $24 yard. 6 yard min. with free delivery. Dave Knight Trucking. 250490-7652.

B & B for cats. Licensed kennel, vet recommended. Reasonable rates. Est 2009. Call 250-494-7648.

Information

New to Summerland? - New Baby?

We’re proud to Welcome You Contact: Sheila Kuhre 250-494-4171

Housecleaning weekly/biweekly. Experienced, efficient and thorough. Call Mary at 250494-0374.

Medical Health

Garage Sales

· Nutrition · Herbal Medicine · Bowen Physical Therapy · Homeopathy · TCM & Acupuncture · Lifestyle Counseling

www.doctorwiens.com

Medical Health

Be sure to pick up your complimentary poster when you advertise your garage or yard sale in the Summerland Review. For weekend garage sales please have your ads in by Monday, 3:00 pm PRIOR

Phone 250-494-5406

Medical Health

Direct Health Therapies Michael Schulting, R.Ac. 250-328-3030 Sue Daniels, RNCP, Nutritional Consultant 1-250-470-7158

Summerland Medicine Centre Pharmacy

Summerland Health and Wellness Centre

- Doug Mailey, Pharmacist - Al Fabbi, Pharmacist - Ron Little, Pharmacist

Denise of Summerland Reflexology Julie Patan Physiotherapy Barbara of Wellborn Bodyworks

Monday - Friday, 9 am - 8 pm Saturday, 9 am - 2 pm Sunday, 10 am - 2 pm

Licensed Chiropractor since 1998

Dawn’s Day Spa - Dawn Snowden 250-494-5100

#103-13229 Henry Ave.

250-494-9053 Open by appointment

summerlandhealthandwellnesscentre.com

Medical Health

Summerland’s

SUMMERLAND FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Ken Zagrodney, Chiropractor 250-494-0050

13215 Victoria Road North

FREE DELIVERY

Garage Sales

250-494-3321 106-13615 Victoria Rd. N.

#100-13009 Rosedale Ave. Pharmacy: 250-494-0531

Garage Sales

FREE GARAGE/YARD SALE POSTERS

Medical Services Directory Dr. Jese Wiens, B.Sc. ND Naturopathic Doctor

Misc. for Sale

Furniture

Riding lessons for children, school pony available, certified coach. Garnett Valley Equestrian. Phone 250-494-8323

A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! 40’ Containers under $2500! Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

*NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ (1)(250)870-2562

1.877.835.6670

Cleaning Services

Multi-family garage sale. Sat, May 11, 8am to 2pm, 8603 Robertson Ave, Summerland.

#180-1652 Fairview Rd

www.kingofﬂoors.com

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

492-7236

Badminton Club Garage Sale Sat. May 11 at Wharton St. 8 am - 1 pm. Proceeds to jnrs.

(across from Home Hardware)

Overnight Delivery in most of BC!

Legal Services

Warehouse/Factory PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR We are looking for a self-motivated Production Supervisor for our busy wood post manufacturing and treating facility in Princeton, BC. The successful candidate will be responsible for employee training and development, quality and cost control, production scheduling and safety. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years supervisory experience in an industrial production operation, a post mill or wood production facility preferred. Must have a high degree of resourcefulness, flexibility and adaptability; and the ability to plan, organize, develop and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc. Good leadership skills, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a proven track record are required. Please email your resume to elizabeth@pwppost.com. For further information about our company visit our website at www.pwppost.com. Only those selected for interviews with be contacted.

3 Rooms For $299,

Septic Tanks

Handypersons

Borrow Up To $25,000

(1) 250-899-3163

Merchandise for Sale

Health Professionals ®

Live Well Pharmacists: · Felicity Stahl, BSc Pharm. (Owner/Pharmacist)

Anke Smit BScPT, CAFCI, IMS, MCPA #106-13615 Victoria Rd. N. Phone: (250) 460-1364 Fax: (250) 493-4334 www.prophysioclinic.ca

Dr. Shane Carlson

250-494-3321 #106-13615 Victoria Rd. N. www.summerlandchiropractic.com

Meal Preparation Light Housekeeping Errands and Shopping Companionship

(Pharmacy Manager/Pharmacist)

· Greg Wiens, BSc Pharm. (Pharmacist) · Tim Dyer, BSc Pharm. (Pharmacist)

Free Prescription Delivery Mon - Fri 9 - 6 • Saturday 9 - 5 Sunday 10 - 3 Statutory Holiday Hours 10 - 2 9515 Main Street, Summerland

Ph. 250-494-7088

DR. BRYN BENTHAM

respect, warmth, kindness and compassion

• • • •

· David Zamorano, BSc Pharm.

Marilyn Adderley, B.S.P. Tara Ricketts, B.Sc. (Pharm) Ida Vergamini, B.Sc. (Pharm)

FREE PRESCRIPTION DELIVERIES 10108 Jubilee Road 250-494-3155

Open Mon. - Fri.: 8:30 am - 9 pm Sat: 9 am - 6 pm Sun & Holidays: 10 am - 6 pm

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN Skin scratch testing and Sublingual immunotherapy can provide effective relief from Seasonal allergies, Asthma, and Eczema. #4, 13219 Victoria Rd. N 250 494 9496 spokesclinic.com

Dr. Grant Goods Dr. Kimberley Goods Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

13225 Victoria Rd. N.

250-494-9266 “Serving Summerland Since 1980”

Summerland Dental Centre

Dr. Mike Abougoush Dr. John McIntosh Dr. Peter Cormillot New Patients Welcome Open Monday - Friday Evening Appointments Available 300-13009 Rosedale Ave.

250-494-9711

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Misc. for Sale

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Misc. for Sale

Misc. Wanted

SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

True Coin Collector Looking to Purchase Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold and Silver coins, Bills + Not melting down, Serious Collector. Call: Coin Couple 1-250-499-0251

Yardworks garden wagon $25; new tent, campstove, lantern; assorted fishing equipment, offers. Phone 250-494-9818

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Rentals

Misc. Wanted

Homes for Rent

Bring in your unwanted or broken jewelry, gold dental crowns, silver cutlery and tea sets, Canadian and US silver coins, vintage sports cards and war medals to Summerland Gold and Silver Exchange. We pay the highest prices! 13209 Victoria Road beside The Sweet Tooth. Locally owned and operated. 778-516-5888.

2 bdrm recently renovated house in Summerland. Includes power, heat & water. No pets. Available June 1. $1,000/mo. $500 damage deposit. 250-494-4327.

Transportation

Auto Financing

Musical Instruments GUITAR & UKULELE LESSONS

Summerland Sounds 250-494-8323

Plants /Nursery SPRUCE tree SALE! Starting @ $69.-6’ft, Larger sizes available, 50 tree minimum order. Perfect for front yard, wind or privacy hedge. Call 1-778-436-8776 or email mk1786@telus.net

See our daily specials and our entire menu online at www.yakispizza.com

Tools Geared torque multiplier for truck wheels, $150. 1/4” anchor chain (galvanized) 25’ long, $25. Call 250-494-5526 or email tomh@shaw.ca

Dawg Dawg Gone Gone Grooming Grooming “Your Dog Comes First”

For Sale By Owner

#3-13604 Victoria Rd. N. Summerland, BC 250-494-5432 or 1-877-494-5432 www.martinstflowers.com

Sungate Plaza #4-13604 Victoria Road North

PRIVATE LONG TERM SENIOR CARE.

10312 PRAIRIE VALLEY ROAD 250-404-0203 www.prairievalleylodge.com

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

QUALITY residential/commercial storage, Professional Wine Vaults, rates from $15.00/month 250-494-5444 • 9400 Cedar Ave. www.aaministoragewinecellar.com

Quality upholstery with practical design ideas.

Monday to Saturday 9am to 11pm Sunday 11am to 11pm

CASSIDY’S

UPHOLSTERY & DESIGN

CASSIDY’S SPECIALIZES IN: • Dining room chair seats & upgrades • Foam cushion replacements WE ALSO DO: • Antique furniture restoration • Interior design

A family business for over 32 years

250-494-8228 13380 McClure Place, Summerland

Find us on Facebook! Cassidy’s Upholstery and Design

Brad’s Small Engine Repair Since 1994

(pickup/delivery)

• Lawn mowers • Trimmers • Chain saws • ATV’s • Out boards • Dirt bikes

250-494-4202

Mobile Homes & Parks RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Spec home on site to view. Please call 250-4627055. www.copperridge.ca

Summerland 250-494-3472

PRAIRIE VALLEY LODGE

CHIMNEY Lake waterfront near Williams Lake in the Cariboo. 3BR with geothermal and rental cabin. Propertyguys.com # 702896 (250)305-6627 $499,000

SUMMERLAND. seniors 55+, retire with us! Bright spacious 2-bdrm townhome wonderfully updated in quiet area of town, walking distance to everything you need. Huge balcony, $860/mo includes lawn care and lots of parking. On-site owner, N/S, N/P, references. 250-404-0327 or 490-1739.

Apartment Furnished Furnished bachelor apartment. $600/mo includes utilities. NS. Avail May 15. 250-494-5444.

Duplex / 4 Plex Affordable one bdrm duplex in Summerland. Close to town. Rent $550, utilities not included. Contact 250-494-9757 or 250-494-0175.

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com Motorcycles 2004 Yamaha 49cc scooter, BWS, red. Only 1300 kms. Like new. $1500 ONO. Phone 250-494-5248. 2008 Yamaha 49cc Scooter, only 574 kms, like new. Owner selling due to health reasons. New battery. Asking $2200 OBO. 250-494-0664.

Sport Utility Vehicle 2003 Toyota 4 Runner Limited, 275,000 km hwy miles. V8, FT 4 wheel drive, leather, full option load inc sun roof. All options work, no cd changer. Clean interior, motor and drive train excellent. Well maintained. $9000. In Penticton. Call 250-462-4441.

Boat Accessories SUNSTREAM FL6012 Hydraulic Floating Boat Lift. Solar powered, 6000lb cap. $9500. Call or email Jim 604-8426938 wilsonjsr@shaw.ca.

Boats

1 bdrm house in Summerland. Full bath, F/S, parking. $700/mo includes util. Avail. immed., Ref’s req’d. Call 250494-7920 or cell 250-487-9447

23’ Alberg sailboat w/custom Roadrunner tandem trailer and fibreglass tender w/oars. 250494-4442 or 250-494-8577 Two 2-man paddle boats, 7ft long, 5ft wide. Ready to go, $375 each. 16ft fibre canoe & new paddles, $250. 494-7267

Appraisals/ Inspections

Homes for Rent

Real Estate Appraisals E.W. (Wayne) SUNDBO, CRA 250-494-5353

Auto Services

• Volkswagen & Import Repair Specialists • Auto Sales AUTOMOTIVE LTD. • Used Auto Parts

Valley West

9203 James Avenue

DL#11162

• All Breeds Welcome • Reasonable Prices

Real Estate

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LARRY and DONNA YOUNG LAKESHORE! • 12601 Lakeshore Drive

$1,950,000 MLS®

• .34 acre with expansive 127 feet of waterfront • 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, family room, games room • Dock with airplane lift and boat lift, dbl garage, RV parking More info and photos at www.larryanddonna.com

LISA KNIGHT 250-490-7677 101-1873 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5H2 250-492-2911 Realtor@LisaKnight.ca

Helping you through one of the most important decisions of your life! FEATURE PROPERTY

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Beautiful Orchard, Vineyard and Valley Views from this Lot in Sedona Heights. There is a 2166 sq. ft. Home Plan picked out for this Prime Lot. #142014 MLS®

Planting flowers

Junior Kindergarten students at the Summerland Montessori School, lead by their teacher Jenny Peters, plant flowers as part of their Earth Day program.

Artist’s inspiration drawn from nature Two new shows open this week at the Summerland Art Gallery. My Tribe, featuring 100 oil portraits by Summerland artist Bill Hibberd, will be in the Main Gallery. Inspired by Nature, Defined by Decay featuring photographs by Phil Dionne will be in the adjoining Adams room. Both shows open on Thursday, May 9 with a reception from 7 to 9 p.m. Bill Hibberd will be giving an artist’s talk at the Gallery on Friday, May 10 at 2 p.m. He splits his time between pleinair and studio projects. His inspiration comes from nature and his fellow humans. Hibberd is an active member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and he has garnered Best of Show, People’s Choice awards, and several honourable mentions in several FCA exhibitions. Hibberd is just one of the many talented painters in our community. On May 25 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 15 of Summerland’s art studios will be opening their

doors to welcome visitors in to see how they make their magic happen. You can pick up brochures and maps at the Summerland Art Gallery or the library or visit their website at www.studiotour.wordpress. com for more information and a downloadable map. On the tour you will have to opportunity to visit a forge, a photographer’s studio, two potters, and of course painters. In addition one studio features a 10-foot sewing machine. There is also a woodworking studio, a doll maker and a sculptor making ravens with hands out of clay. Talk about talent and diversity. If dancing is more your style just a reminder that the Summerland Dance Club meets at the Legion this Saturday from 8 to 11 p.m. The band will be About Time. This Saturday, May 11 will be the annual Summer Arts Program Garage Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Summerland Arts Centre, 9533 Main St. All proceeds go to support the Summer Arts Pro-

Arts Palette

David Finnis gram, which offers a wide range of programs for children and youth from July 8 to mid-August. Finally, you might want to mark your calendars for the Quilt BC show on May 16 to 18 and the

Okanagan Symphony concert May 18 at the Cleland Theatre. ooo 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: artspalette@ summerlanarts.com or call: 250-494-8994. summerlandarts.com and twitter.com/ artspalette The Arts Palette is written by David Finnis, publicity chair and president of the Summerland Community Arts Council, PO Box 1217, 9533 Main St., Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z0.

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$469,900 Unique and Modern on Quiet Cul de Sac. Totally Updated! Must Be Seen To Be Appreciated. 14010 Amm Avenue

$339,900 Worry-Free, Low Maintenance 3 Bedroom Home. Stunning Mountain Views. New Roof, Updated Septic System. 12588 Taylor Place

$144,900 2 Bedroom Condo, Close Walk to Town. Grounds Floor Corner Unit. Covered Parking, Garden View. 17 - 13620 Victoria Road North

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Congratulations to two of Nesters own!

Miss Summerland Maddy Campbell

Miss Congeniality Natasha Sopow

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