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According to Pennington, the key issue they wanted to communicate was the 30 per cent loss in traffic at Penticton airport from A meeting with several Air Canada exec- people driving north to fly to out of Kelowutives gave Penticton’s Mayor Garry Litke na. Too often, she said, all that is looked at is a chance for some straight talk about the the actual traffic passing through Penticton South Okanagan’s need for a direct flight to airport, not the numbers that would use it if Calgary. a Calgary flight was available. “Their reticence about making a decision Pennington said she wanted one of two that would benefit not only Pentthings out of the meeting with icton, but them as a corporation the executives: confirmation as well, seems overdue,” said that a flight is possible and Litke. “So I said to them, you are what was holding Air Canada losing 30 per cent of the customback or an admission that the ers that would otherwise fly Air flight would never happen. Canada out of Penticton and are If it’s not going “Knowing what not to work now going to Kelowna and flyon, with limited resources, is to be you guys equally important. Happily, we ing WestJet.” During a visit by Kevin got the first and not the secHowlett, Air Canada senior then we will find ond,” she said. vice-president, to Kelowna, the someone else While that doesn’t mean city was able to arrange an houra flight is likely in the near long meeting with him and five that can do it. future, Pennington said what other top executives. they heard from the group of — Garry Litke The main thrust of the meetsix Air Canada executives was ing was finding out what is positive. standing in the way of Penticton airport get“They wanted to know what kind of conting that Calgary flight, according to Litke, nectivity we needed. I thought they asked who was part of a team that included eco- us the right questions to demonstrate they nomic development officer Colleen Pen- were taking us very seriously and listening nington and Andy Oakes, chair of the airport to what we had to say,” said Pennington. “It committee. was very specific, very directed.” “If we are not going to be able to form This is the first time the city has mana partnership, then let’s stop wasting our aged this kind of meeting with Air Canada, time. Tell us what the obstacles are, we will according to Litke, who admitted they were overcome them,” said Litke, repeating what in survival mode for the last couple of years he told the executives. “Let’s stop thinking and were just now free enough to begin reabout this and I will go find a private charter establishing communication with the comoperator or we will go back to WestJet or we munities they serve. will find another way because I have con“They brought the right people to the stituents seriously requesting we continue room. So we got a chance to talk about our working on an eastern route. issues and concerns, and frankly, with the “If it is not going to be you guys, then we people who are in a position to say let’s do will find someone else that can do it.” some more work on this,” said Pennington. Steve Kidd

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Renovation projects could get costly Joe Fries

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Big renovation and demolition projects will soon become more expensive for people who send potentially hazardous debris to some local landfills, and following the letter of the law won’t be cheap either. Right now, the cost of tipping a 10-tonne load of mixed demolition waste at the Campbell Mountain Landfill in Penticton is $5,000. That will increase to $6,750 on May 1 under the terms of a new tipping-fee structure designed to protect works and encourage recycling. That same load will cost only $4,840 if the house from which it came was professionally assessed for hazardous materials, like asbestos and lead, and had any such products removed. The price will drop to just $1,945 if assessed debris is trucked to the Okanagan Falls landfill, where a new sorting facility that will pull out materials for recycling will open later this spring, and the cost can be cut even further by dividing loads into individual waste streams. “If builders and homeowners are diligent and separating their debris — drywall and wood and things like that – it’s actually not going to be that onerous,” said Mike Brar, president of the South Okanagan branch of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association. “It’s actually a good reason for the increase,” he continued. “The assessment is only for the protection of the general public as well as any workers that happen to deal with that debris.” RDOS solid waste management co-ordinator Cameron Baughen noted contractors and homeowners will need to have their environmental consultants send proof of hazard assessments and necessary remediation work to his organization in advance in order to unlock the lower tipping fees. WorkSafeBC regulations require any building set for demolition or renovation that may contain hazardous materials first be assessed and tested by a qualified firm, and that any such products be removed before work starts. Guidelines produced by WorkSafeBC acknowledge the risk of finding asbestos is reduced in homes built after 1990. “We’re just really catching up now with the requirements for the construction-demolition industry,” Baughen said. He noted people who are willing to pay extra can contin-

Sending deMolition WASte to regional landfills will soon become more expensive for homeowners who don’t have it certified as free of hazardous materials like asbestos.

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ue dumping mixed, non-assessed waste, but they will pay a premium for taking up space in landfills where debris is “buried forever.” WorkSafeBC regulations don’t apply to homeowners undertaking work themselves and the per-tonne cost for mixed loads under the 500-kilogram mark has been set lower to avoid penalizing people doing small renovations for whom the cost of a hazardous material assessment is too much. Assessments usually cost between $950 and $1,550, according to Steve Ferguson, owner of Peak Environmental, one of four such firms registered with the RDOS. Hiring professionals to then remove the offending products from a typical house costs from $8,000 to $10,000, he continued, although the amount of hazardous materials in homes varies greatly. “You could have some buildings built in the 1940s that really have no asbestos at all, and there are other ones that are built from the early 1960s to the late 1970s that are basically made with asbestos,” Ferguson explained.

He suggested anyone buying an older dwelling consider having a hazardous material assessment done alongside a routine pre-purchase home inspection. Besides implementing split fees for mixed demolition debris, the RDOS is also increasing the cost to dump regular household waste by $23 to $95 per tonne, partly to offset declining revenue being lost to recycling. Tipping fees for some other waste streams, such as drywall and concrete, will be reduced from $50 to $20 per tonne since those materials can be recycled or used for road-building at the landfills. The new fee structure, combined with the Okanagan Falls sorting facility, is expected to divert upwards of 5,000 tonnes from local landfills each year, according to an estimate contained in the RDOS’s solid waste management plan. Baughen said he’s in communication with operators of municipal landfills, like the one in Summerland that charges a flat rate of $65 per tonne, to come up with strategies to prevent people from shopping their waste.

YMCA WorkBC celebrates second anniversary Western News Staff

If you dropped by WorkBC Monday, you just might have got a slice of cake to go along with your job search as the centre celebrated the second anniversary of it’s opening. There can be little doubt that in the past two years, the YMCA WorkBC office has established its position for job seekers in Penticton and the surrounding area. “Since we opened our doors in Penticton we have served over 2,400 clients,” said Robert Bryce, the catchment area manager. “On a monthly basis we see an average of 2,350 clients pass through our doors to access self-serve services.” The centre opened its doors on April 2, 2012 to deliver

the then newly-created B.C. employment program, jointly funded by the federal and provincial governments. The Y isn’t new to the Okanagan, but opening WorkBC locations in the South Okanagan was a new venture for them, working with their partners — Community Futures Okanagan Similkameen, South Okanagan Women In Need Society, Partners in Resources, Bowman Employment Services and the Princeton and District Community Skills Centre — to provide employment services in Penticton, Summerland, Keremeos and Princeton. The concept is to not only cater to the job seekers, but to develop relationships with potential employers, who can post jobs, participate in on-site recruiting forums or access wage subsidies as a qualifying businesses in the area.

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Purchase expands conservation area Joe Fries

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Don’t expect to get up close and personal with most of the wildlife found on a newly established conservation area southwest of Osoyoos. “This is an area with cactus and scorpions and rattlesnakes and a lot of things that we associate with deserts,” said naturalist Dick Cannings. “A lot of them aren’t cute and cuddly things.” The Nature Conservancy of Canada announced last week it has acquired 743 hectares of desert grassland where those critters live adjacent to Kilpoola Lake down to the U.S. border. Purchased for $4.4 million, the land adjoins two other plots owned by the conservancy to form a 3,000-hectare expanse now known as the Sage and Sparrow Conservation Area. Scientists have identified at least 30 species at risk within the area, including burrowing owls, which are “very precariously perched on the edge of disappearing because it has already disappeared and we’re trying to bring it back,” said Cannings. “It only occurs on that site because the Burrowing Owl Conservation Society is releasing birds into artificial burrows there that they dug and are trying to get a breeding population established.” Cannings, who’s also a member of the conservancy’s regional board, said that like most places in the Okanagan, the biggest threat to the Sage and Sparrow Conservation Area is people. “This habitat is easy to develop and this is where, as soon as broad settlement started occurring a hundred years ago, this was the first habitat to be lost,” he explained. “It’s easy to build on. Think of all the orchards and vineyards and houses in the Okanagan: That’s the habitat it replaced.” Creating conservation areas, he ex-

EndangErEd spEciEs native to the south Okanagan, such as the Burrowing Owl, have more room to survive after the nature conservancy acquired 743 hectares of desert grassland adjacent to Kilpoola Lake.

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plained, helps balance the needs of people and nature. “We’re not going to stop development in this valley, but I think we have to plan carefully how it happens to maintain our quality of life as well as the lives of other creatures,” said Cannings. A majority of funding for the acquisition came from the federal government, while the balance was provided by 10 non-profits and individuals, said Barb Pryce, the conservancy’s Southern Interior program director. Now the group intends to draw up a plan to protect the area in perpetuity. “We’ve conducted a baseline inventory on the property. “What it tells us is the story of the land: What are the ecosystems there? What are some of the plants? What are the animals?

What are the needs for stewardship? “And from there we create a property management plan and that drives what we do on the land,” Pryce explained. She will now turn her attention to a property in the Nicola region that has drawn the conservancy’s interest. “Our work is never done,” Pryce said. Sage and Sparrow FactS:

— This grassland ecosystem is one of the four most endangered ecosystems in Canada. — The area is home to a diverse range of amphibian, reptile, bird and mammal species, some of which are not found anywhere else in Canada, nor in the world. — This landscape is a crucial migratory corridor for species moving between the desert areas of the western U.S. and the dry grasslands of Interior B.C.

Entrepreneurs key to penticton’s prosperity Joe Fries

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Entrepreneurs hold the key to Penticton’s long-term prosperity, the city’s economic development officer told the chamber of commerce last week. Colleen Pennington unveiled a list of eight major projects she plans to undertake this year to play to the city’s strengths as a smaller centre. “If you go to the U.S. midwest right now, they’re willing to give you land, buildings, $10,000 per employee and numerous other incentives if you want to move your manufacturing company,” she said. “That’s a race to the bottom. It’s not focused on what we’re good at.” What the city is good at, Pennington continued, is providing community amenities that attract business people and their families. She intends to work harder at getting out the word through Project Entrepreneur, which

Colleen Pennington will focus on making the area more welcoming for them with proposed initiatives like social networking opportunities, alerting them to business opportunities available here, and helping to find their spouses work. Spouses, particularly females living in northern Alberta whose partners work in the oil patch, are also a part of the second project aimed at building the local residential sector. Pennington said a new Come Home To Penticton campaign launched last week on Facebook features “edgy” ad-

vertisements with tag lines like: “His job’s up north, but you don’t have to live there,” and, “Welcome to a true four-season playground, not just cold and colder.” Another audience Pennington intends to target is the cycling community, which she hopes to attract with a major project dubbed the South Okanagan biking precinct. She said the high-end cycling tourists she’s after typically have $80,000 annual incomes and like to spend. “They’re not your stay-ina-campground, eat-$2-meals type of people. This is a highincome, affluent group,” Pennington said. “It has huge economic potential and we are well-positioned,” The biking precinct will be a joint effort of local governments, community groups and the cycling community to do a little bit of work on local trails and a lot of promotional activities, which she hopes will eventually encourage the creation of

businesses to service the bikers. Other projects Pennington has in mind include leveraging opportunities associated with the new jail in Oliver, supporting the manufacturing sector and assisting existing businesses with things like a streamlined licensing process. Andre Martin, president of the Penticton and Wine Country Chamber of Commerce, likes the sound of the plan, but thinks it may be too ambitious for one person. “It is a big agenda and I’m not sure it can all be accomplished in a quick fashion. That would be our concern: Do we have enough resources pushing that program down the road?” he said. Martin does agree, however, with the focus on small business. “The days of having large firms pick up and move their companies, those days are pretty much gone,” he said. “We have to focus on the small business, for sure, and the entrepreneurs.”

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Cancer Society Daffodil campaign blooms in April Steve Kidd

Western News Staff

Daffodils have been a bit slow in coming this year in B.C. By April, they are usually poking their heads out of the ground everywhere. Even if daffodils are a bit slower than normal to poke their heads out of the ground, you are sure to see them blossoming everywhere in the province this month. At least on people’s lapels, that is. Daffodils are the symbol for the Canadian Cancer Society’s annual April campaign to raise funds for cancer research, support programs and services to support people living with cancer, their families and caregivers and advocating about important health and cancer issues

“The daffodil pin is a bright and hopeful emblem that says we’re all in this together and we won’t give up until all forms of the disease are defeated,” said Randene Wejr, the Southern Interior director for the Canadian Cancer Society. Through April, volunteers will be knocking on doors and out in malls, reminding folks to buy and wear a pin to show support for those ﬁghting cancer. And if you would like to donate your time as well, Wejr said a small contribution of your time can make a big difference. If you’re interested in volunteering for the Canadian Cancer Society please call the

Fire leaves skiers stranded on Apex chairlift

local ofﬁce at 250-490-9681 or go to cancer.ca and click Join the Fight. The annual relay for life in June might seem far off yet, but local organizers have already started the ball rolling on that front as well and set their fundraising target. Local organizer Chantel Reems said since this is the 10th anniversary of the relay in Penticton, they’ve set a lofty goal. “It’s a pretty big year, pretty monumental in Penticton. Our committee has decided we are going to try to raise $100,000 in honour of that,” said Reems.

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A dozen skiers were left dangling for about an hour after an engine fire on the triple-chair lift at Apex Mountain Resort on Monday. “There was an engine fire at the top of the triple about 12:10 p.m. on Monday afternoon so we had to do a lift evacuation,” said James Shalman, Apex Mountain Resort general manager. “Everyone was safely evacuated off the lift and the 12 people who were taken off actually went on to ski the rest of the day.” Shalman said there were no injuries and it being a sunny day, the temperature was about 2 C while the dozen skiers sat on the lift waiting for their turn to be evacuated. “The longest someone was up there was maybe an hour or just under,” said Shalman, who added the ski patrol used a chair and harness system to bring the stranded skiers back to the ground. The lift attendee first noticed the smoke and flames coming from the engine building room at the top of the lift and then notified the ski patrol. Shalman said the patrol and lift maintenance staff fought the fire and started the evacuation immediately. The Apex general manager said a fire such as this one is out of the ordinary, but lift evacuation is something they practice routinely . “No, we definitely do not see this happen often. It probably has been over 20 years since we have done a lift evacuation that wasn’t a training procedure. It is a very rare occurrence to have happened,” said Shalman. The triple-chair will remain closed for the remainder of the year, but Shalman said he expects it to be back in operation after repairs this summer. Apex Mountain Resort closes for the season on Sunday and they are offering 25 per cent off full day and half day tickets in their remaining week. The T-bar will be operating in addition to the high-speed detachable quad and magic carpet lift on Saturday and Sunday. Professional and Confidential

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“And if they do, these lovely locks here are going to be shaved off.” Last year, the relay raised $74,000; Reems said the best year was about six years ago when they topped $86,000. “It is a bit lofty but towns much smaller than ours, like Cranbrook, take that number and blow it out of the water. They sit at $110,000 annually in Cranbrook. So really, in a town the size of Penticton we should be able to meet this goal,” said Reems. Relay for Life takes place on June 14 at the Penticton Secondary School track. It’s a 12-hour relay, running overnight from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. “Teams are encouraged to raise a minimum of $100, but if we are going to make that $100,000 you might have to go more like $200. But I think we can do it,” said Reems.

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Most seniors live on a fixed income. According to Employment and Social Development Canada, the median retirement income for women and men aged 65 and older in 2011 was $20,200 and $30,100, respectively. At least 90 per cent of seniors rely on Canadian Pension Plan payments and Old Age Security payments. These payments are adjusted annually according to the Consumer Price Index. This seems fair, if the price of goods goes up, so does the amount received from CPP and OAS. Many private pension funds do the same thing. Since 2002, with the exception of 2011, the CPI in Canada has hovered around 2 per cent or lower. In 2011 the CPI averaged 2.9 per cent, whereas in 2009 the CPI averaged 0.3 per cent. In their wisdom, the B.C. Liberal government, in an attempt to balance the budget, decided not only to cut ferry service and increase fares by 4 per cent, they also decided to get rid of free travel for seniors. For example, seniors must now pay $8.15 for one-way travel, Monday to Thursday, between Tsawwassen and Swartz Bay. Previously, seniors could hop the ferries on foot free of charge from Monday to Thursday. To add injury to injury, BC Hydro is raising its rates 9 per cent this year, and is forecasting an increase of 28 per cent over the next five years. These increases are far beyond the CPI, such thatPENTICTON with every WESTERN increase, never mind in the price of food, the price of insurance, of everything, seniors on a fixed income are losing ground. On the bright side, more seniors will be staying home on Vancouver Island, going to the legislature to stay warm to cut heating costs, which means more people in the public gallery keeping an eye on the provincial government.

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Recycling program just a cash grab A few months back, I received a notification which advised me that I had to declare whether Buckerfields was a producer of printed paper or packaging material. If so, we would have to implement an approved stewardship plan to deal with the material. Otherwise we would have to join another stewardship plan and pay fees to that plan holder. I thought it was a scam. But I looked into it further and determined that there was indeed regulatory provisions in effect which stated this very thing and according to the regulations, Buckerfields is now a producer of printed paper and packaging material, with the best example being our Buckerfields feed bags. I then discussed the alternatives with a Ministry of Environment official and came to realize that we had no choice but to join the only approved stewardship plan in the province, MMBC. We signed the MMBC contract. But we also read it. And it stated that MMBC had to file audited financial statements on its website. I recently went to the website and there are no audited financial statements. Now, several months later, I have discovered the following: • MMBC is a corporation under the Societies Act comprised of three directors, two of which live in Ontario. None of the directors have public sector credentials. All of the directors represent large corporate interests. • MMBC is not accountable to any government agency, appointed official, elected official or any other government body other than the registrar of companies under the Societies Act • MMBC is not governed by the province’s Financial Administration Act which sets out the rules for the admin-

istration of all public monies. • None of the monies collected by MMBC, including the fees Buckerfields is supposed to pay go to the public accounts of the province or any other government organization. • MMBC is not subject to oversight by the auditor general of B.C. • Under MMBC’s stewardship plan as approved by the provincial government, MMBC has the authority to charge companies like Buckerfields unlimited fees based on whatever MMBC spends, regardless of what the actual costs are to recycle our feed bags and regardless of the fact that we already pay municipal taxes in all eight of our locations. • MMBC has the authority to come into any municipality in the province and offer financial incentives to the locally elected government to do what MMBC wants in the area of waste collection and recycling; if the locally elected government refuses, MMBC has the authority to do what it wants anyway. • The municipal governments of the province do not know the background of MMBC and don’t yet realize the fees that MMBC is charging to Buckerfields

and all the other companies amounts to double taxation • The municipal governments are going to have to give up that tax base they have for waste collection and recycling because the shift to producers paying directly for waste collection and recycling eliminates the need and justification for consumers, i.e. property tax payers, to pay for these services through the municipalities. • The provincial government did not consult with the municipal governments or the public but companies like Buckerfields are pointing it out because until it is resolved, we are being taxed twice for the same service and residential taxpayers (including me) are being taxed for something that someone else is actually paying for. • Taxpayers and municipal governments were not consulted as to whether they really want to shift the financing and control of municipal waste and recycling services out of the municipal jurisdiction, that is , the jurisdiction of democratically elected municipal officials into the hands of a corporation under the Societies Act that is accountable to no one and is outside the juris-

diction of the provincial auditor general • Taxpayers and voters are unaware that the fees being charged by MMBC are so onerous they will cause newspaper closures and job losses of 300-500 in the newspaper industry in British Columbia, even though recycled newsprint is actually very valuable. In finding all this out, I lament the fact none of this was introduced into the legislature for proper debate because it means that instead of spending my days managing the sale of chicks and garden supplies at Buckerfields, I have to spend my time trying to revive democratic processes in British Columbia, retroactively. I find it appalling. My position as of the time of this writing is this, we ain’t paying a dime to MMBC and neither should anyone else, not until: • The provincial government reconciles what it is doing with the municipal governments and municipal taxpayers so that taxpayers don’t have to pay twice. • The provincial government takes back the legislation which calls us ‘producers’ and blames us for the choices made by manufacturers and indeed consumers that are completely

outside of our control. • Any monies charged under the auspices of the recycling regulation are included in the public accounts of the province and subject to the provisions of the Financial Administration Act and the Auditor General Act. • Whatever is going to be done is introduced into the Legislative Assembly in the form of a Bill so that the proper public debate can occur. • Insofar as MMBC has not filed its audited financial statements since inception, and the period of time not reported spans more than two years, and insofar as MMBC is actually a taxing and funding agency, there be an independent public enquiry into the financial operations, sources and uses of funds, contractual procedures and expenditures of MMBC. No, Buckerfields is not paying a dime until this cash and power grab is unraveled and revealed for what it is. One final word, 96 per cent of all printed paper and packaging material is already being picked up or deposited into municipally financed facilities. Despite what MMBC is saying, at least 53 per cent of that is already being recycled and it is likely that number was seriously understated to give the government a reason for its MMBC cash and power grab. In reality, there is no basis for setting up a recycling dictatorship and charging punitive fees to companies like Buckerfields at all. Recycling is a booming business with rapidly increasing prices of marketable commodities. Could that be why the Board of MMBC is all big business and outside the jurisdiction of the auditor general? We don’t have to change a thing to see recycling take off in B.C., in the hands of our elected municipal officials. We need to send the MMBC regime to the recycle bin. Kelvin McCulloch is CEO of Buckerfields.

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Federal Clarity Act could come into play Ms. Marois and Pierre Peladeau recently waxed eloquently to rattle sabers about a referendum to make Quebec a sovereign state. It makes one wonder what past pundits such as Rene Levesque and Pierre Trudeau might think. Let’s look at a case scenario regarding the establishment of a sovereign state. First, there is Bill C-20, the Clarity Act, accepted by the House of Parliament 14 years ago this March. The Senate passed the bill in June of 2000 as well. The Clarity Act was created in response to the 1995 Quebec referendum and ongoing independence movement in that province. The content of the Clarity Act was based on the 1998 secession reference to the Supreme Court of Canada made by the federal government of prime minister Jean Chrétien. The motivation behind the Clarity Act was largely based on the near separation vote of the 1995 Quebec referendum, in which the people of Quebec voted against the sovereignty option by a small margin (50.6 per cent to 49.4 per cent). Controversy surrounded the ambiguity and wording of the ballot question. In English the question read, “Do you agree that

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Songs from across Canada will be the theme of the Tune-agers’ Spring Concert to be held at the Penticton United Church on Sunday, April 6 at 7 pm. You will be tapping your toes and singing along to this highly enjoyable concert, featuring the Tune-agers’ choir and orchestra under the direction of Gordon Dawson. Tickets for this community event can be purchased at Dragon’s Den on Front Street, Penticton United Church office weekday mornings, members of the Tune-agers or at the door. Peggy Nicholson Choir Member

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I attended a mini rally in Keremeos on Tuesday afternoon concerning the new Fair Elections Act proposed by the Harper Conservative government. We talked about how few people seem aware of the danger of this new attack on democracy. The Globe and Mail gave a summary of why we should be very worried. Our federal Conservative government is changing the rules and moving the goalposts around to give them an even greater advantage in the next election. They started by already eliminating funding for all political parties according to the number of votes they get. That funding was meant to level the playing field somewhat. With this bill the limit on the amount a party or candidate can receive to spend on the election will be raised. This obviously benefits the Conservatives considering the deep pockets backing them and gives them unlimited spending power. Elections Canada will be gutted of its

The motivation behind the Clarity Act was largely based on the near separation vote of the 1995 Quebec referendum Quebec should become sovereign after having made a formal offer to Canada for a new economic and political partnership within the scope of the bill respecting the future of Quebec and of the agreement signed on June 12, 1995?” This was as clear as mud. In essence, Quebec wanted sovereignty while maintaining the status quo of Canada’s benefits. Stéphane Dion asked three questions regarding separation from Canada. On Sept. 30, 1996, Dion submitted three questions to the Supreme Court of Canada constituting the Su-

power and will no longer be allowed to encourage people to vote. The chief electoral officer will be limited in what he will be able to say publicly. In an interview the chief electoral officer said he will no longer be able to talk publicly about elections. He can only let people know where and when to vote. How weird is that? The commissioner of canada elections, responsible for investigating election irregularities, will be removed from his office to become director of public prosecutions and report to the minister of justice, and will not be able to investigate complaints from the last election or compel witnesses to give information. It’s no wonder Harper is scared and imposed closure on discussion of the act. I was surprised to read on the Canada Elections website that if a political party, its agent or an officer is convicted of an offence by the courts the chief electoral officer has the power (so far) to de-register the party and liquidate its assets. I would love to see a dialogue opened up on this issue. It’s too important to let lie. Donna Stocker Cawston

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what this project would entail. They worked around the tourist season, provided temporary access routes to the lake, and completed the job in sections to be as least disruptive as possible Greyback has quietly become a leader in concrete building applications. I for one was happy when they were awarded the tender. Their employees live here and have a vested interest in the new walkway. Speaking of which, I was out for a walk with my wife on the weekend and appreciated the new overall width. The old brick path certainly did have character, but for me the memory of weaving around people and trees will be sufficient. Nice job, Greyback

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no alternative to electricity, a higher rate for heating our homes is unfair and discriminatory. The BCUC replied, “The commission is responsible for ensuring that customers receive safe, reliable and non-discriminatory energy services at fair rates.” They also enclosed a copy of the electric tariff that outlines the new rates. It says, “The block 2 rate is increased by an amount sufficient to recover the remaining required revenue.” This, in my opinion, gives Fortis the right to increase tier 2 whatever they deem necessary to make up for any lost revenue because of conservation. I wrote back to the BCUC stating the twotier rates are not fair, and are discriminatory. FortisBC’s decision to have those who are unable to conserve because of where we live subsidize those who can, is by definition, discrimination, and it appears the BCUC is not upholding its responsibility as is clearly stated in their letter of response to me. If you are concerned about the two-tier rates I would ask that you file a complaint with the BCUC at complaints@bcuc.com.

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preme Court Reference re: Secession of Quebec. He wanted to know if, under Canada’s Constitution, the government of Quebec could secede from Canada unilaterally. He also asked if international law gave Quebec the right to secede from Canada unilaterally. His third question was if domestic law and international law are in conflict to effect Quebec’s secession unilaterally, which would take precedence? In the final analysis, the scenario might be as follows: defining what a clear majority is with reference to voter turnout and rules under which the vote was conducted; the House of Commons must assess and tell Quebec as whether or not there is clear question approval before proceeding further; and allowance of unbiased, international observers to scrutinize vote proceedings. There are other mitigating factors as well before any secession action takes place. As Yogi Berra once said, “It ain’t over till it’s over!” Stay tuned folks?

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Cameron Baughen didn’t have to look for the reason that environmental studies became such a passion for him. Baughen grew up in Carr’s Landing, on the shores of Okanagan Lake, where for years the ugly scar of a stalled housing development could be seen cutting into the hillside across the lake. “I was pretty lucky to grow up there, but looking across at that big development really affected me and I realized I wanted to help protect the environment,” said Baughen, who is the solid waste management co-ordinator at the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen. Many people will recognize Baughen from the talks he gives around the regional district educating both youth and adults on composting and other environmental topics. That’s a big part of the job, he said, and one he has been interested in since his university days, when he was involved with campus radio and newspapers. “I got really involved with media, and the same time I got interested in teaching. So after I graduated, I volunteered and met with people that were in environmental education,” said Baughen, adding that some of his summer jobs were doing environmental education programming. “I would set up field camps or I would go to classrooms and teach about the environment. “That was really a passion of mine, so I really stuck with it in terms of trying to get some background and volunteering.” Though Baughen admits his position has widened its scope to include working on large capital projects, like the RDOS’s solid waste management plan or developing other strategies to deal with waste, like the sorting facility for demolition and renovation waste opening soon at the Okanagan Falls landfill, education remains an important part of the job, outreach work he calls “incredibly valuable.” One sign of how valuable it can be is a partnership Baughen has developed with the Penticton Community Gardens. Baughen began

educating about the value of worm composters — he keeps a functional one in the RDOS office — and eventually developed a partnership with the gardens to build composters, which are sold through the RDOS for a $25 donation to the gardens. It’s a partnership that has earned the community garden society about $1,400 so far. “Most communities buy these compost bins, made somewhere else, then spend money to subsidize them and they don’t provide the worms,” said Baughen. “Here we work with the community gardens: they build them, they get a donation from people that want to purchase the worm compost bins, then we provide the worms for free. “The only thing I do is make sure they are educated so they know what they are getting into.” Baughen’s work with campus media helped lead him into environmental education, but it also led him to a passion for community radio. When he moved back to the Okanagan a decade ago, Baughen was surprised to realize there was no campus or community radio station in such a large centre, even though smaller communities all around were making it work. He worked on a community radio project in Kelowna for a while, but about four years ago, realized that Penticton might be an ideal community for a radio station. “There are a lot of good people down here interested in radio,” said Baughen. When he called a meeting to discuss the idea, 50 people turned out. The Peach City Community Radio Society is well on the way to setting up a regularly broadcasting station. They’ve done several live broadcasting events and recently started streaming their broadcasts online 24 hours a day. Baughen was the society’s first president, and remains heavily involved with the work needed to get the community station on air. “I had done my two terms and I was very happy to sit down and take more of an advisory role. I probably do as much as I did before, it’s just I am not the face of it anymore,”

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said Baughen. “I have got more involved with our community support committee, which is mostly fundraising. So I have been working on that, trying to develop different strategies to raise funds and make the station viable.” And if that is not enough to keep Baughen busy, he’s also helping build a disc (frisbee) golf course in the Esplanade area off Vancouver Avenue. While there are no maps

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An elderly Filipino woman looks skyward after trying on her “new” reading glasses she was given by Catherine Goheen during her current trip to the Southeast Asian country. The glasses were donated by someone in the okanagan for the program Goheen began nearly two decades ago to help people in third world countries improve their vision.

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Delivering gift of sight tied suitcases with the precious cargo of eyeglasses tucked inside. By giving the appearance of personal luggage (of As Catherine Goheen’s compassionate visit to the limited value) there was a much better chance of the Philippines draws to a close, she took time to reflect glasses not winding up on the black market where on the last four months and the lives of the people they could sell for $10 or more – the amount many she has changed. Filipinos earn a month. “This has been a wonderful trip, to have an opporShortly after her arrival most of the eyeware went tunity to help, do some adventure travelling and just to a Rotary Club in Manila for free distribution to to get a chance to see the real people who live in this poor at a hospital doing eye examinations. part of the world,” said Goheen, in a telephone inAs usual, Goheen kept other pairs of reading terview from the mountain village of glasses to give to people she met Sagada, famous for its hanging cofalong the way. fins and 2,000-year-old rice terraces. While she enjoys distributing “Every country is different but thousands of pairs at a time through here in the Philippines, no matter an agency like Rotary, it is the onehow poor they are and how little they on-one contacts which mean the have, they’ve always got a smile on most. their faces.” “When you spot some poor old For nearly two decades the relady in the market trying to see tired optometrist and former owner something and you give her the of Dr. Specs Optical in Penticton and glasses and her face just lights up, Kelowna has been delivering the gift it’s incredible,” said Goheen. of sight to the poor in over 50 differ“They want to pay something but ent countries. I just tell them to help somebody This five-month sojourn to the else, that’s all the payment necesSoutheast Asia island nation is actusary. ally her second trip there, first having Like her other trips, the current Catherine Goheen went there 18 years ago. one is another reminder of how While some things have changed, lucky she is. many others have not. “All of us want to make a differ“I mentioned to one lady about ence, what have I done with my life? our churches opening their doors to the homeless and So when you see hundreds of people (Canadians) she said if they did that here the lines would go for with their bags of eyeglasses to help somebody it miles,” said Goheen. makes you proud to be a Canadian. “I mean these families have been dividing up “The people of Penticton, the people of Okanagan their rice paddies for each of their kids for thousands we all want to make a difference, and we’re doing of years and then they divide them up for their kids, that.” there is just so little.” Eyeglass donations are still being accepted at Dr. When she boarded the flight overseas in mid- Specs in the Penticton Plaza for Goheen’s next trip November she was packing four well-used, rope- which she expects to make in six months. Mark Brett

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Millions of records, a couple dozen hits, a Juno Award for Band of the Year and ongoing sold-out shows across Canada. Trooper, the most popular band in Penticton Peach Festival history, is returning for an encore performance on Aug. 7 on the main stage presented by Peters Bros. Construction. In their only previous appearance at Peachfest in 2011, Trooper attracted a record crowd to Okanagan Lake Park, estimated at 7,000 people. Peach Festival entertainment director Bill Kolter said he gets asked more often about Trooper’s return than any act in the 20-plus years he has been involved with the festival. “You know you always have a good time when you go to see Trooper,” said Kolter. Trooper began touring the U.S. backing up Bachmann Turner Overdrive, Aerosmith, Fleetwood Mac, ZZ TOP, AC/DC, The Doobie Brothers and many more in 1975. They produced hits Baby Woncha Please Come Home and Good Ol’ General Hand Grenade which in Canada charted in the

top 10 and they received a nomination for Best New Group at the Juno Awards. But, it was their third album Knock ‘Em Dead Kid which included hits We’re Here For A Good Time and Pretty Lady that was certified Platinum in 1978. This album also earned them a Juno Award nomination. Trooper continued their success with the following album Thick as Thieves, which contained the hits Raise A Little Hell (their first hit in the U.S.) and others. Trooper became the first Canadian band to ever sell 450,000 copies with their greatest hits album Hot Shots released in 1979. The song The Boys in the Bright White Sportscar was included on this, although it had not previously been released as a single. While they didn’t receive as much commercial success with following outings, the fans’ love for the band still burned. In 1988 MCA Records released Hot Shots on CD and sales rose to over six times platinum. Their hits began, once again, receiving regular airplay with the advent of classic rock radio format. It also was a revival of sorts for the band who

released The Last Of the Gypsies in 1989. It sold well over gold status and re-established them as one of Canada’s most successful and best loved rock bands. Trooper’s tenth studio album Ten, included the song American Dream, which went Top 10. In 2000, Trooper celebrated their 25th anniversary with a reunion concert at Vancouver’s legendary Commodore Ballroom. Tommy Stewart, Doni Underhill, Frank Ludwig and Harry Kalensky re-united with McGuire and Smith for a sold out and memorable Vancouver performance. In 2012 Trooper songwriters Ra McGuire and Brian Smith were awarded SOCAN’s prestigious National Achievement Award to acknowledge their significant and lasting contribution to Canada’s songwriting legacy. Two For the Show, Round, Round We Go, Santa Maria, Janine are just a few of the Trooper hits. Trooper continues to consistently sell out shows across the country — often performing for three generations of fans — demonstrating that the band and its music remain borderless, timeless and ageless.

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time. I was sitting there thinking how cool this is and that is what I want to be, an old blues singer. It formed this very strong impression in me.” Whiteley has been awarded a Canadian Music Award, Genie Award for Best Original Song in a Canadian film, Lifetime Achievement recognition from the Ontario Council of Folk Festivals and Mariposa Folk Festival, nominated for seven Juno Awards, and 14 Maple Blues Awards. He is also a producer of over 125 recording projects which have garnered 10 Canadian Gold and Platinum records, four American Gold records, 22 Juno and two Grammy nominations. He formed a large circle of musical friends and one of those being Raffi. “Ten million records later, that was a long fruitful collaboration we

had. It was a lot of fun for me to bring lots of my musical experiences to the work Raffi was doing,” said Whiteley, joking that he also learned some lessons performing live for children. “Adults tend to be a little more forgiving, they are not likely to walk away in the middle of a performance.” The Canadian roots music legend will be helping the Dream Café celebrate their 13th birthday, which falls on Saturday. Whiteley will be performing with bassist Dinah D. at the Dream Café on Friday at 8 p.m. He said he also expects to see a few friends join him on stage including Parachute Club singer Julie Masi (Rise Up) and drummer Gord Osland. Tickets are $20. Reservations and tickets sales can be made by calling 250-490-9012.

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Paulina García won the Silver Bear at the Berlin Film Festival for her performance as a vivacious, middle-aged divorcée who finds what may be her last chance for love while grooving on the dance floor of the local singles club. Gloria (rated 14A) is the next film screening for the Kitchen Stove Film Series presented by the Penticton Art Gallery on April 3. Gloria Cumplido (Paulina García) is in her late 50s and lives on her own. Divorced for more than 12 years, she has two grown children and a toddler grandson. While she loves her family, she is not ready to move into full-time grand parenting. She is smart, savvy and vivacious. Behind her coquettish demeanour and her oversized glasses is a woman who doesn’t want to settle into a tepid relationship she’s supposed to be grateful for. She wants a real romance, ideally with a partner who loves to dance. At night, Gloria visits her favourite clubs, filled with other middle-aged singles grooving on the dance floor. Her fragile happi-

ness changes the days she meets the recently separated Rodolfo (Sergio Hernández), an ex-naval officer who is seven years her senior, it seems that she has found one last chance at love. Their intense passion leaves Gloria vacillating between hope and despair. Gloria begins to imagine a permanent relationship, however the encounter presents unexpected challenges and Gloria gradually finds herself being forced to confront her own dark secrets. Brilliantly scripted and energized by a keen sense for music, Sebastián Lelio’s fourth feature sensitively portrays a woman facing the reality of aging. Bubbly and exuberant, Gloria is unwilling to compromise in affairs of the heart. García has been hailed by critics as “breathtaking” as the singular Gloria, as she perfectly transmits the world from the character’s unique, often hilarious perspective. Despite her missteps, Gloria always maintains her dignity — one can’t help but cheer her on. Most rewarding is rediscovering along with Gloria that, while couples dancing is nice, there is

nothing quite as liberating and fulfilling as learning to dance on one’s own. Lelio’s latest slowly captivates the audience as we accompany its title character on her search for love and adventure. As a director and writer Lelio has received a number of international awards and his second feature film Navidad premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. Gloria won the San Sebastian International Film Festival, Film In Progress award in 2012, premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival to excellent reviews and Garcia received the festival’s prestigious Best Actress award. The Kitchen Stove Film Series is an initiative of the Penticton Art Gallery to broaden the definition of the visual arts to include the medium of film. The series is affiliated with the Toronto International Film Festival. Pre-purchase single tickets for $13 each at the Penticton Art Gallery of The Book Shop. A limited number of single tickets for $15 may be available at the door. Gloria will be screened at the Landmark Cinema 7 at 4 and 7 p.m. on April 3.

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Penticton’s Andi Naude got her wish over the weekend during the 2014 Canadian National mogul championship at Apex Mountain. Naude found herself on the podium twice, first winning gold in the moguls, then taking silver in the dual moguls on Sunday. “It’s been so nice to be back up there,” said Naude, an alumni of the Apex Freestyle Club. “My skiing really felt good this week. Really felt like I was making improvements every day. It was a lot of fun to be at home skiing.” Naude, whose best result was fifth on the World Cup circuit since the Olympic break, was extremely excited about her golden performance. “That was probably one of my better runs this year,” she said. When jokingly asked if every World Cup race should be held at Apex, Naude said for sure. “I would love to have a World Cup here,” she said, adding that the crowds were amazing. It was the perfect finish for the hometown product, who was like a celebrity following the awards ceremony signing things for kids. “It’s really cool. I love little kids,” said Naude, who relishes being a role model. While Naude enjoys being a role model for future mogul skiers, she went head-to-head with AFC member Kassidy Todd, who looks up to her. “It was crazy. A lot of nerves going into it,” said Todd, who along with Madison Parker (14th in dual moguls), qualified for the finals both days. “It was fun.” Todd, who placed 16th in dual moguls, said Naude is a great athlete who is always happy and said she is admired by all the females in the Apex Freestyle Club. Todd loved the weekend, especially seeing the older athletes and Olympic athletes. “They really set off an awesome vibe,” said Todd. “They are all really friendly. Really nice and supportive. Chloe Dufour-Laponte said she and her sisters enjoyed interacting with the young fans. “It really pushed me and my teammates. This is one of the biggest competitions I have ever been in,” Todd continued. “To make it to finals was crazy.” AFC coach Kenni Kuroda said it was a thrill for the skiers to stand at the gate with two-time Olympic gold medallist Alex Bilodeau and Olympic silver medal winner Mikaël Kingsbury. “They were more interested in getting autographs from them,” said Kuroda. As for the performances of his skiers, Kuroda said they did fantastic. “We had Madison Parker and Kassidy Todd make the women’s final on both days,” he said. “They skied really well. They came out here to set an example for Apex.” Kuroda’s message to the young athletes was to enjoy the experience and not be too intimi-

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Unofficially, Parkway 2 field has been named Mullins Field, in honour of the late Scott Mullins. Mullins, who died of a heart-related problem in October 2013, is considered one of the best slo pitch players ever Penticton had. Mullins’ friend and longtime teammate Craig Denton said it was a group of Mullins’ teammates who came up with the idea for the name change, which is shown on schedules for the mixed leagues on the Penticton Slo Pitch website. Denton said the reason for doing it is because of how good a player and person Mullins was. With Denton, Mullins won a national championship at the B level in 2004 in Calgary. Denton said that is the highest level for the sport. “He really was one of the best players to ever play out of Penticton,” said Denton. “Scott was just a guy that everyone loved him. He really was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet. He loves everybody. He fit in with everybody. He competed at a high level and did so with still being everybody’s friend.” Denton contacted the city regarding having the field name changed, but was told the property belongs to the Okanagan Skaha School District and that the city would contact them. He was told it wouldn’t be a quick process as there are procedures that need to be followed. The city has indicated that the school board needs to receive an application. In the meantime, the Penticton Slo Pitch board decided they were in favour of making the name change unofficialy. There is also a tournament scheduled in his honour in Penticton from April 25-27. The entry fee is $350. The tournament contact is Chris Atkins at 250-488-5161 and his email is chrisatkins@live.ca. PENTICTON’S ANDI NAUDE reached the podium twice in the 2014 Canadian National mogul championship held at Apex Mountain over the weekend. Naude is familiar with the course having developed her moguls skills there with the Apex Freestyle Club.

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dated. Along with Parker and Todd, Brayden Kuroda, Koleton Phipps, Joe Durham, Max Todd and Mackenzie Schwinghamer competed. Among the alumni were Mason Barzilay, who advanced to the finals moguls and dual moguls (finished eighth), Josh and Jordan Kober, Connor Spence and Kyle Parker. Spence of the BC Freestyle Mogul Team finished 12. “I think it was because there was really no pressure on them,” he said. “They were able to relax a little more and ski the way they always ski.” While Naude took gold on Saturday scoring 24.91, Audrey Robichaud took silver scoring 24.11 and Kiera Leung bronze with 23.09. On the men’s side, Bilodeau ended his career by capturing gold in the single mogul, scoring 26.57, while Kingsbury took silver with 26.18 and Simon Lemieux bronze with 25.75. “It was just a bonus to be here at the nationals,” said Bilodeau “I had fun yesterday. Tried to have fun today (Sunday), unfortunately the landing was too soft because I was first to go in the gate. Yesterday was great. I finished first. It was a very tight race. “

Bilodeau, 26, is familiar with Apex Mountain having competed there when he was younger. “This course is amazing. The best I think is their people and the quality of the snow,” he said. “It’s an amazing place to ski. I remember I did my pre-Olympic camp before Vancouver here. It was a special place to really get ready for Vancouver. I’ve got a lot of memories here. I have been here so many times. I love it.” Canadian Freestyle Ski Association chief executive ofﬁcer Bruce Robinson said it was an amazing weekend. “Apex Mountain is one of the clubs in the country that really does a fantastic job of staging events,” said Robinson, giving praise to the volunteers. “It’s a really awesome chance for the younger kids to ski against their heroes. I think what we saw today was the younger kids pushing the national team skiers, makes them take it serious and ski hard. We had excellent competitions today.” Check Friday’s issue of the Western News for a story on Alex Bilodeau talking about his career.

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The Penticton Tennis Club is getting ready for the 2014 season. The club is coming off a successful 2013 season that saw their membership numbers increase from 91 to 161. This Saturday at 10 a.m., the club is having a spring cleanup and ask people to stop by and help. On April 11 at 6 p.m., a membership form will be updated on line at www.pentictontennisclub.com. No changes to pricing for 2014. The club encourages people to bring their tennis racquets to make it a social night. There will also be sign up for spring leagues. For those who can’t attend, memberships can also be printed off and mailed with a cheque. Steve Hunn is offering free lessons starting April 2-30. Juniors will run from 5-6 p.m., while adults are from 6–7 p.m.

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ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Reid Newson just finished his rookie season with the Penticton Quiznos midget tier 2 Vees. Newson’s coach Lance Vaillancourt said he was consistent during the season. “One of our better two-way forwards,” said Vaillancourt. Newson felt good about his play during the provincials the team hosted in mid March. Newson said the provincials were different as they were more intense.

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Eckhardt Dental duo Tom Evans and Jonathan Caron celebrated a three-peat as the champions of the Penticton Ramada Elevator Race with burgers and beer. After Evans kicked things off for the team in Okanagan Lake near the SS Sicamous in the paddle portion, they clocked a winning time of three hours, 51 minutes and 58 seconds, achieving their goal to finish in under four hours. In the process, they defeated the five-person team of Granfondo Axel Merckx, which crossed the finish line in 4:03.20. This year Caron said he and Evans decided to get “greedy” and set a course record. “Those guys are machines. Those guys are crazy,” said Merckx. “Unbelievable and strong.” Caron said it was a fun race. Caron said he noticed Merckx trying to make up time during the road bike part, but Caron was able to hold him off finishing in at 1:35.20, while Merckx clocked in at 1:37.37. “The day was good,” said Caron, admitting that sometimes athletes can be at the mercy of weather conditions. “We were able to go fast all day. That was fun.” The main change to the course, said Caron, was to the alpine section. The website description of that leg had athletes ski down the Grandfathers Trail to the base of the Bunny Hill/Magic Carpet. From there skiers/riders run/hike with their gear up to the top of the Okanagan Run, a distance of 3,000-metres and a 1,000-m elevation gain. From there, competitors strap on their skis/board and proceed down the Okanagan Run through the gated course. While it was short, four-kilometre, Caron said, “it was brutal.” Caron said that he and Evans intend to go for a fourth straight win next year. Merckx said it was a fun event to do and admitted it wasn’t easy. He heard about it from Jeff Plant, event manager for Prospera Granfondo Axel Merckx, who competed in the event previously. “I think it’s a good community event. We like to support the events in the Okanagan and Penticton,” said Merckx. Merckx added the bike portion was hard. He hasn’t been pushed like that since entering last year’s Oliver Half Iron. Kevin Cutjar, a triathlon coach, said it was a tough course and at the start he just wanted to make sure he stayed out of the water during the paddle section. Cutjar admit-

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ted the course pushes him to the limit. “This hike up the Okanagan run after going for about four hours and then hiked up was pretty tough,” said Cutjar, who was the lone solo competitor. “It is a good challenge.” Cutjar said the Penticton Ramada Elevator Race is fun and the event provides a great atmosphere.

“They put on an awesome event,” said Cutjar of the organizers. “Just great atmosphere up there. Spring time at Apex. It’s perfect.” Lyndie Hill, chief executive officer for Hoodoo Adventures and organizer of The Penticton Ramada Elevator Race, said the day was awesome. The event attracted 135 athletes and 25 teams. In the future, it is hoped to attract 500 athletes and 50 teams. “It’s really good,” she said. “It’s catching good pace in the last few years. I just think the race is gaining good momentum. People are starting to talk about it. It’s just a unique race.” Hill was also pleased to have non-locals participate with one competitor from Ecuador, a Switzerland team and Vancouver. For more details on the race, visit www.theelevatorrace.ca.

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Rona are the kings of Penticton Masters’ Indoor Soccer League playoffs. They captured the A final with a 10-8 victory over OK Awards Plus, the Hometown Cup regular season champs, Sunday afternoon in the Adidas SportsPlex. Rona had a 3-0 lead eight minutes in and didn’t look back. Kevin Kothlow led Rona’s attack with six goals and assisted on another, while Don Russell, Mike Beliveau, Dave Killick and Erick Thompson also dented the twine. Beliveau also had four assists. Zico Pescada led the offensive charge for OK Awards Plus scoring three goals and assisting on four. Also scoring for OK Awards Plus were Brian Johnston with three, Andy Burt and Harry Higson with singles. Penticton Lock and Key took the consolation final by doubling up TC Auto Sales 6-3. Lock and Key received help from three unaffiliated players (Veselka, Russell and Murray McMichael). Thanks to some acrobatic saves by Lock and Key Tom McGill came out of the game as an unexpected winner. Lock and Key’s offence came from Joe Kandola and Vlado Zamecnik with two each, Patrick Buchanan and Veselka with singles. Zamecnik collected three assists. Peter Toth potted a hat-trick for TC Auto Sales. Setting up goals for TC Auto Sales were Mike Weckel, Paul Borba, Mark McKinlay and Les Loadwick.

Penticton Men’s Masters Indoor Soccer Awards Top Point scorer - Zico Pescada (OK Awards Plus) 97 points (47 goals, 50 assists) in 21 games (the only player who played all 21 regular season games and both play off games) Top goal scorer - Kevin Kothlow (RONA) 51 goals in 18 games. League MVP - Zico Pescada (OK Awards Plus) Play Offs MVP - Kevin Kothlow (RONA) Top Goal Keeper - Tom McGill (PE Lock & Key) Top Defender - Derrick Webb (PE Lock & Key) Toughest Player - Harry Higson (OK Awards Plus) Most Sportsmanlike Player - Dave Killick (Rona) Most Versatile Player - Mike Killick (TC Auto Sales) Unsung Hero - Pascal Delaquis (TC Auto Sales) Most Loyal Player - Frank Viktorin (OK Awards Plus) All Stars Team - McGill, Higson, Toth, Beliveau, Webb, Kothlow, Pescada and Borba. Nearly $4,000 in prizes were award with the support of sponsors.

MURRAY MCMICHAEL, left, of OK Awards Plus, battles with Rona’s Dave Killick for the ball during the playoff championship of the Penticton Men’s Masters Indoor Soccer League on Sunday in the Adidas SportsPlex. Mark Brett/Western News

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The Okanagan Nighthawks celebrated their Ice Breaker tournament win by passing the trophy around and showing off their gold medals. Nighthawks (2007-born players) coach Rod Kenney said his players were ecstatic to win the tournament, 6-2 over the Okanagan Allstars from Kelowna, Sunday afternoon at Memorial Arena. Trailing 2-0 after the first period, the Nighthawks scored six unanswered goals in the final two periods to take home the title. Liam Ruck and Brodie Kenney each scored a pair for the Nighthawks, while Isaac Finer and Mathis Preston each added singles. Jorja Moore was solid in goal preserving the win by making many key saves at key moments, including a point-blank opportunity when the score was 3-2 with five minutes remaining in the game. Danica Maynard was named game MVP for the Nighthawks.

“We stayed calm even when we were down and just stuck to our game plan, but also increased our pressure on the puck,” said Kenney, on what helped them erase the deficit. “The kids really came through when we needed them to. Our forwards were relentless and our defence and goalie shut the door.” Kenney liked that his players worked hard for each other and the group has become close in a short period of time. “We have some great friendships forming and ultimately that is what this is about,” he said. The Nighthawks went undefeated in the preliminary round with ties against the Allstars 5-5, the Knights of West Kelowna 8-8 and Kamloops Ice Pirates 4-4. They defeated the Calgary Havoc 8-5 before advancing to the championship game. Tournament goal scorers were Kenney with nine, Ruck, Preston and Everett Seeley with five, Marcus Ruck with three, Finer and Will Mohns with a pair each.

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Brodo Kitchen chef Paul cecconi (left) and ian dyck from cannery Brewing company (right) at a recent brewmasters dinner. the pair are teaming up again for the okanagan Fest-of-Ale’s newest feature which has local restaurants working with breweries. the festival runs Friday and Saturday at the Penticton trade and convention centre.

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Bites and brews pair up for festival Kristi Patton

Western News Staff

Taking a cue from the wine industry, craft brewers are suggesting food pairings with their hopped up offerings at this year’s Okanagan Fest-Of-Ale. “We have a number of brewers paired up with local chefs who have strategically set up next to the brewery booth. We want people to take their suggestions on pairing with the food and because this is a first for us we are anxious to see the feedback it brings,” said Wayne Schmuck, Okanagan Fest-Of-Ale marketing chair. “People are used to this in the wine industry and now craft brewers are allowed to have food services with the new regulations and you will probably see a lot of them adding food service and pairing suggestions over the next few years.” Brodo Kitchen will be paired up with the Cannery Brewing Company. and features corned beef sliders with fennelkraut and Cannery Brewing’s Baltic Porter mayo as well as bison-root vegetable chilli made with Cannery Brewing’s Naramata Nut Brown Ale, with buttermilk onion rings. Chef Paul Cecconi from Brodo Kitchen is no stranger to pairing up with craft brews. He, along with the Cannery Brewing, have hosted two dinners in Penticton recently. “I have been doing wine dinners for quite some time and it is a refreshing change and bit more laid back which is what Brodo is all about. The dinners we have had so far have been awesome,” said Cecconi. “I personally like beer better. The flavour profiles are much more different. I really enjoy cooking with it. My palate lends more to the beer tasting.” Cecconi said any food that you can pair with wine, can be done with beer. With the growing trend of craft breweries popping up across the province, Cecconi said customers coming in to his restaurant are now asking what beers go best with food rather than just wine.

“We always have a good selection of different craft brews and bringing new beer in and people are loving it,” Brodo is not only hosting beer focused dinners; on April 11 they are doing a dinner with the key ingredient being maple syrup. Marinated pork skewers with an apricot glaze and beef tenderloin with a porter and onion demi-glaze is what La Casa Ouzeria and Tin Whistle Brewing Co. will be offering. “I might catch some flack for this but beer pairing is much different than wine because they are dealing with grapes. Brewers are using grains, hops, different yeast and craft brewers are using fruit, different extracts and spices are even going into the beer which mixes things up,” said Jeff Todd, brewer at Tin Whistle Brewing Co. “It pairs so differently than wine because it is carbonated and scrubs your tongue clean in between courses and mouthfuls so you can go stronger with the flavours.” Tin Whistle has also been part of brewmasters dinners where craft beer is the feature of the evening including recently at Manteo Resort in Kelowna. They will be bringing a bunch of their beers to Fest-OfAle including Peach Cream Ale, Killer Bee Dark Honey Ale, Osprey Pear White IPA and Orange Creamsicle Blonde Ale from a specially brewed cask. “I try to get creative when doing a cask and with this I wanted something light, fun and easy drinking. Orange Creamsicle was one of the my favourite flavours in my childhood and reminds me of summer. At first they weren’t too sure about my choice but yesterday I was asked if I will be able to bottle this,” said Todd, who added they will have a 40-litre cask for the weekend, so if you want to try the new flavour out it is best to get to their booth quickly. Another local brewery, The Barley Mill Brew Pub, will be serving tasty combinations with their in-house beer and a pulled pork ciabatta. The Memphis-style BBQ pork is hand pulled and topped with creamy

coleslaw. They suggest pairing it with their own Nite Mare Brown Ale and Mustang Pale Ale. McClelland Premium Imports (Erdinger Weiss, Palm Belgian Amber Ale, Stiegl Radler and Mongozo gluten free beer) has teamed up with Bogner’s Restaurant, who will be offering chicken mole, shredded spicy chipotle lamb and vegan pinto bean tacos. Neon Wolfe Creations, a catering service run by local chef Sarren Wolfe, will join Oliver’s Firehall Brewery who are bringing their Backdraft Blonde, Stoked Ember Ale and Holy Smoke Stout. While it is a record year for Okanagan Fest-Of-Ale in terms of the number of breweries they have involved, 35 in total with over 100 products featured, organizers also hope they break some records in the amount of money that is fundraised. Last year 16 different organizations benefitted from the $30,000 dispersed from the event. “We are a non-profit volunteer run organization and everything we raise goes to local charities. That is the nice part about this even, for every dollar you spend on enjoying drinks and food it is all going to charity,” said Schmuck. Okanagan Fest-Of-Ale takes place on April 4 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and April 5 from noon to 6 p.m. at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre. Tickets are $20 per person per day (plus facility, handling fees and GST). Tokens can be purchased on site for $2 and redeemed for beverage samples or used on food (tokens vary by vendor). Patrons will also have their chance to vote for the People’ Choice Awards and will receive a ballot with their souvenir glass when they enter the doors. For more on ticket and accommodation packages or the line up of entertainment, brewers and food providers visit www.fest-of-ale.bc.ca or call 1-800-663-1900. Plan your evening with a safe ride home. All ticket holders have a $3 cab ride home, compliments of the BCLDB Get Home Safe program.

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Administrative Assistant/ Bookkeeper position available Executive Assistant/Bookkeeper Permanent part-time position 24 hours /week Reporting to Executive Director. Responsibilities include general office duties, bookkeeping, payroll and benefits administration, government and donor reports, agendas and minutes for board and committees of the Canadian Mental Health Association, S.O.S. Branch, Penticton, B.C. Minimum two to five years experience in bookkeeping using QuickBooks. Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office products particularly Excel. We are looking for a self-starter with the ability to multi task to support staff, members, board and volunteers.

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Elliott Row is expanding to carry the Okanagan’s most fashionable women’s collections! Elliott Row is looking for part-time salespeople that have the condence and ability to sell labels like Michael Kors and so many more exclusive Women’s Collections! The potential candidates MUST have a air for fashion. Retail sales or management experience, and a need to really enjoy their job because it’s going to be fun! Elliott Row provides above average wages, exible hours, and a great working environment! Drop your resume off in person at 334 Main St. Penticton and start your new career today! EXPERIENCED Class 1 Drivers earn up to 63,000+ per year with Sutco. Drive late model equipment, have piece of mind and security with extended benefits and a contribution matched company pension plan and are home daily. Currently looking for 3 full time drivers to join our operations based in the Okanagan Valley. Must be able to cross the U.S. Border. Apply on line at sutco.ca or call 1-888-3572612 ext 230 EXPERIENCED Class 1 Drivers earn up to 70,000 + with Sutco. They driver late model equipment, provide piece of mind for the family with extended benefits, and have security with a company matched contribution pension plan. Currently looking for 2 Highway drivers for our flat deck division. Apply online at sutco.ca or call ! 888 357 2616 ext 230.

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Double wide, 2bdrm, 2bath, open plan w/family rm, dble windows, gyp rock lined inside, newer roof, furnace, a/c, fenced, 2-storage sheds, in family park, only $89,500. 250492-4625 Olalla, Great Location for 55+, enjoy tranquil living, convenient shopping at Keremeos/Penticton. 1/2 price of assessed value 35K. Sell as it is 17.5K. Call 604-800-8316 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

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FOR SALE - A MUST SEE! 1/2 Duplex family home on McGraw St. • Beautifully well kept 1/2 duplex, 3 bdrm, 2 bath • Fully fenced yard, garage, and central air • Perfect location between malls, close to school, park, on bus route • New roof and HW tank • Excellent New price $311,000 Call Randall to view @ (778)931-2343

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1 & 2 bdrm apt.’s avail. immed., $650-$800, central Penticton, no pets, water incl., 250-490-1707

Apartments for rent, low income, util. incl., np, Sun Valley, Skaha Lake Rd., Bach., $550, Mayfair, Skaha Lake Rd., 1 & 2 bdrm, $695-$950, Meadowlark, Skaha Lake Rd., 1 bdrm, $695, laundry facilities on site, contact Stanmar Services, (250)493-5072 DAWSON Place 1 or 2 bdrm apt in clean, quiet NS NP 55+ building near Cherry Lane. Balcony, parking, in-suite storage, f/s/dw/ac, coin lndry, elevator, 6-month lease then month to month. $675 / $750 + utils. Avail now. 250-462-6745 Immaculate, 2bdrm, 2bath downtown Vernon, $1200/mo incl all appl., A/C, W/D, Secured heated U/G parking. Call Mel 604-936-8513, 604816-9835 Summerland cozy studio unit, 6 appl., wall bed, quiet, reliable, ns tenant, $700 (util incl.), (250)494-7488 VERNON 2bd 2ba Condo. Close to dntown & shopping. Immaculate condition w/lg deck. Air cond & wash/dry in unit. Secure underground parking. $1175. Call Mike 778995-2323

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1 & 2 bdrm, newly reno’d suites. Secured access, util incl, near hospital, bus route and close to all amenities, n/p, n/s 250-938-3626 1BDRM Apt., totally reno’d, 3 new appl., A/C, in-suite storage, N/P, N/S, clean, quiet, secure, on bus route, near Walmart. Call 250-493-8500 2 bdrm, 1 bath, quiet, bright, cheery condo available now. 1 block from Cherry Lane mall, transit. Designated parking outside your door. No smoking, no pets. One-year lease. $800 includes hot water. 198 Roy Ave, Penticton. Call 778997-5517 (Vancouver #). 50+, fully reno’d, larger cozy, corner unit. Close to Skaha Lake. 2bdrm, 2bath, 5 appl’s, NS, NP, underground secure parking. Avail Now. $1100/mo. Call Larry: 250-462-2658 Ground level, 2bdrm condo, 5appl., avail. April 1, ns, np, $950/mo., (250)487-1354

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One bdrm walkup reno one bdrm, with laminate flrs, very bright, balcony, east facing. Avail. May 1 (KBD301) One bdrm condo, 1 bath, f, s, coin-op laundry, elevator, np, ns, close to Skaha Beach. Avail. NOW (A342) 1 Bdrm, 1 bath, f, s, newer kitchen cabinets, coin-op laundry, elevator, close to Skaha Beach. Avail. April 1(A341) Skaha Pl., 1 bdrm, 1 bath condo, f, s, a/c, recently painted, includes heat and hydro, elevator, coin op laundry. Avail. April 1 (A428)

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Recently reno’d, 2.5 bdrm, 1 bath, grd flr, of duplex, 5 appliances, unfinished bsmt. No pets, no smoking. Avail. NOW (H691-4) $1000 Near Cherry Lane, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, upper duplex, laminate floor, newer kitchen, f, s, d/w, w.d. Avail. April 1 (H721-2) $2750 Executive 5 bdrm, 3 bath, 3700 sq ft home, outdoor pool, lake and city view, 1 year lease req’d, no pets. Avail, April 1 (H777) Prospective tenants must complete an application form at:

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1000sqft., office/retail, 5 offices w/reception for sale or rent, Penticton, (250)493-5133 1156sqft in Industrial area, exec. location for office’s, fitness center or photography, 16’x30’ bright open space, washroom and reception area, $645/mo + util. Syd 250-493-5909 APPLE PLAZA, Prime Central location, 2300sqft. in busy plaza, ample parking, also 5821100 sqft. shared office space avail., call Barb 250-492-6319

Duplex / 4 Plex Grnd level 1/2 duplex Avail. April 01, 2014. 1250sqft, 3bdrm, 1bath, private yd, nets neg., 4-appl., $1200/mo. incl. util. Call 250-490-7941 or 250492-6079

Homes for Rent SMALL, clean, and updated 2 bedroom house for rent. Perfect for a single person, or couple. (Garage and back parking not included). NS, small pet o.k.(a pet deposit required) references required. $800 per month plus utilities. Call 250809-1468 lv.msg.

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2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Ext. Cab, Long Box, 4x4, 5speed manual transmission, 4.8L Vortex, 215xxxkm. 2 sets of rims. Interior and exterior in excellent shape.

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Recreational/Sale 1973 3/4 ton, 2 wheel drive p/u, with refurbished 1963 8 ft Alaskan camper. 350 engine, auto transmission. Come make your package deal, Out of town owner. $2,000 or best offer considered. Phone for your appointment to purchase. Cash only sale. ph: 250-8099999 1982 Okanagan 5th wheel, nice condition, sleeps 5-6, all amenities, $1200, 778-4762046

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The order of St. Luke meets in the club room for study 10 a.m. Healing service at noon in St. Saviour’s Church,150 Orchard St. Everyone welcome. N aramaTa T he Country S coTTiSh Dance Club has classes at 7 p.m. Please bring soft-soled shoes to wear for dancing. For more information call Davina at 250-4871272. Classes are held Wednesdays through April from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Shatford Centre. Neither Scottish background nor a partner is required. a l c o h o l i c S haS a NoNymouS Nooners meetings Monday to Friday noon at 352 Winnipeg St. Call service 24 hours is 250-490-9216. Night group meets in the Baptist Church at 7:30 p.m. at 1498 Government St. The Summerland group meets at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the basement. o kaNagaN S ouTh and i mmigraNT Community Services is offering free English classes. For more info, stop by the office at 508 Main St. or call 250-492-6299. care cloSeT ThrifT Store at 574 Main St. has weekly specials and special auctions. Open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds to the local hospital and hospice. Donations and new volunteers always welcome. S u m m e r l a N d a rT c lub meets Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Summerland Library. Painters of all levels welcome. Workshops available. Contact Mary at 250-494-5851 for info. foSTer care iNfo sessions every Wednesday at 10 a.m. at MCFD Resource Office. For info call Moe at 250-

SUNNY SPOT — Skies might have been grey for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Vancouver last month, but the Penticton Peach Festival float carrying B.C. ambassador Camilia Vokey and Miss Penticton Princess Grayce Overhill provided a bright spot of colour for the estimated 200,000 spectators that lined the route.

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770-7524 or visit www. fosterbc.ca or www. mcf.gov.bc.ca/foster. al-aNoN for frieNdS and family of alcoholics at 7:30 p.m. at United Church, 696 Main St. Call 250-4909272 for info. PeNTicToN duPlicaTe bridge club holds weekly games Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Thursdays at 1 p.m. and the Under 100 Club Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in the Penticton library. Call Birgitta at 250-770-1154 for info. P eNTicToN T he academy of Music String Orchestra rehearses from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. in the lounge of the Leir House, 220 Manor Park Ave. New members welcome. Please call 250-4937977 for more info. New To The Oliver Senior Centre: Zumba lessons, all-around active exercise. Every Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Call 250-498-

6142 for more information. Everyone welcome. e v e ry biNgo wedNeSday in the Legion hall with the Ladies Auxiliary, 502 Martin St. at 1 p.m. Lunches are available. okaNagaN fallS SeNiorS’ Centre has music and coffee from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and carpet bowling at 1 p.m. SeNiorS’ recreaTioN and Wellness Centre at 439 Winnipeg St. hosts euchre every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Call Betty at 250-490-0468 for more information. The order of St. Luke meets on the first and third Wednesdays in St. Saviours’ Church at noon for healing prayer. . oliver double o Quilters have drop-in activities Wednesdays. haNd aNd fooT caNaSTa at 1 p.m. in the Penticton Leisure Centre, 439 Winnipeg

St. Lessons available for those who have never played before. Call June evenings at 250-492-7630 for info. aNaveTS haS humP Day with dinner by Stu at 5:30 p.m. and entertainment by Shindigger at 6:30 p.m. kiwaNiS club haS a lunch meeting every Wednesday at noon at 390 Brunswick St. 65- PluS S iNgleS coffee club meets at 10 a.m. at the Penticton Golf and Country Club. For info call 250-4920459 or 250-770-1018. SouTh maiN droP-iN Centre has beginner line dance at 9 a.m., a coffee social and medical Qi Gong at 10 a.m., and easy to intermediate line dance and cribbage at 1 p.m. Call 250-493-2111 to confirm line dance activities. eagleS have a $5 lunch from noon to 2 p.m. Members and guests welcome.

THURSDAY April 3

c aNadiaN c eliac aSSociaTioN, Penticton Satellite Quarterly coffee meeting will be held at 1:30 p.m. in room 138 of Interior Health Unit at Government and Carmi. Come and meet fellow celiacs and gluten-sensitive individuals. For info, contact pentictonceliacgf@yahoo.com. The ladieS auxiliary Lunch Bunch meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Penticton Golf and Country Club, 799 Eckhardt Ave. W. The SouTh okaNagaN Genealogical Society presents Scandinavian Immigration and Genealogy on April 3 at 7 p.m. in the Penticton Library and Museum auditorium, 785 Main St. $5 fee for nonSOGS members. The SouTh okaNagaN and Similkameen Chapter of the MS

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Society hosts monthly support group meetings the first Thursday of each month, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the MS office at 3373 Skaha Lake Rd. The group is open to those with MS, their family, friends and caregivers. The purpose of the group is to share ideas, and provide support and encouragement to one another. For more information, please call Sherry at 250-4936564 or e-mail sherry. w e z n e r @ m s s o c i e t y. ca. PeNTicToN fly fiSherS meet the first Thursday each month at 216 Hastings St. at 7 p.m. They welcome new individuals and family memberships. For more info, visit www.pentictonflyfishers.ca. SouTh maiN droP-iN Centre has Spanish conversation and carpet bowl at 10 a.m., bingo, improver line dance and crafters meet

at 1 p.m. Call 250-4932111 to confirm line dance activities. ToPS b.c. 1640 meets from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the Bethel Church basement at 945 Main St. Phone Beverley at 250-493-5968 or Liz at 250-493-7997 for more info. ToPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene, 523 Jermyn Ave. Call Merle at 250770-8093. deSerT Sage SPiNNerS and Weavers Guild meets at 10 a.m. at the Oliver Community Centre. Visitors are always welcome. If you are interested in becoming a member stop by or contact Gail Erickson at rgerickson@telus.net or 250498-4959. a l c o h o l i c S NighT a NoNymouS group meets at 8 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. in the Outreach Centre. The Okanagan Falls group meets at 8 p.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St., and the men’s book study group runs at 7:30 p.m. at 102 1825 Main St. Vineyard Church. elkS club oN Ellis Street has darts at 7 p.m. All skill levels welcome. o kaNagaN f allS SeNiorS’ Centre has Scrabble at 10 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m. and crib at 7 p.m. fraTerNal order of the Eagles has musical trivia bingo at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St. al-aNoN for frieNdS and family of alcoholics meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Summerland United Church. Call 250-490-9272. r oyal c aNadiaN legioN branch 40 has crib at 7 p.m. in the Legion hall at 502 Martin St. fiTNeSS frieNdS meeT at 10 a.m. in the Legion hall at 502 Martin St. Come get in shape. Call Dot at 250-4925400.

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calendar AnAvets hAve fun pool at 7 p.m. and 269 dart club at 7:30 p.m. PeAch city toAstmAsters meet from noon to 1 p.m. at the Penticton United Church. Toastmasters improves speaking abilities and leadership skills. Call 250-4922362 for info.

FRIDAY April 4

fridAy sociAl dAnce at South Main DropIn Centre, 2965 South Main St. Join us for music by Cathy K. starting at 7:30 pm. $6 per person, all welcome. o kAnAgAn f Alls legion has a meat draw at 5 p.m. followed by the Ladies Auxiliary supper at 6 p.m. Then there will be a jam session at 7 p.m. If you enjoy playing an instrument, singing or just listening come and join in the fun. Open to non-members and will become a regular feature every first Friday of the month. leArning At lunch is a new program for senior adults at the Penticton Public Library. The first and third Fridays of each month at noon, a topic of interest to seniors will be presented in the library/ museum auditorium. Everyone is welcome to attend these free sessions, so bring your lunch; tea and cookies will be served. This week’s topic is Scams and Frauds – Protect Yourself, with Cheryl and Arthur Halsted, Council of Senior Citizens Organizations of B.C. heritAge trAils of the Northern Cascades: History Through the Soles of Your Feet a presentation by historic trails specialist Kelley Cook on April 4, at 7 p.m. in Centre Stage Theatre, following the Okanagan Similkameen Parks Society annual general meeting. For more information, call 250494-8343 or okanagansimilkameenparkssociety.ca. s eniors W ellness society And Better at Home are looking for volunteers for transportation, light housekeeping, shopping, friendly visiting, home repairs and yard work. For more information call 250-487-7455 or

FOODY FUNDRAISER — Amanda Kontkanen at Ecolé Entre Lacs receives the final delivery of produce from Farmbag in February. Their fundraising effort in concert with Farmbag raised a total of $1182 this year.

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250-487-3376. sPring/summer chAngeover At the Care Closet, 574 Main St., will take place on April 7. All profits go to the hospital and hospice and your continued support is appreciated. Drop by and check out our nearly new items. r oyAl c AnAdiAn legion branch 40 has daily lunches from Monday to Thursday, with fish and chips on Friday at 11:30 a.m., dinner at 4:30 p.m. and Bob the D.J. in the lounge at 7 p.m. the oliver senior Centre, 5876 Airport St., has bingo with a loonie pot every Friday at 1 p.m. seniors singles lunch Club welcomes 65-plus each Friday. For location call 250-496-5980 or 250-770-8622. toPs B.c. 4454 has weekly meetings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 445 Ellis St. Use back lane entrance. Meetings are downstairs. Phone Susan at 250-496-5931 or Sally at 250-4926556. t he f untimers BAllroom Dance Club holds a dance most

Fridays upstairs at the Elks Club on Ellis Street. Ballroom and Latin American dancing is featured from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Nonmembers welcome. For more information visit www.pentictonfuntimers.org or call Brian 250-492-7036. elks cluB on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts, poker and pool at 7 p.m. 890 Wing of South Okanagan Air Force Association meets at 4 p.m. in the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. eAgles hAve dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. and entertainment by Affordable Music from 7 to 11 p.m. Penticton seniors comPuter Club dropin sessions Monday and Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. People may sign up for memberships, classes or have computer problems solved. Lectures on Saturdays at 10 a.m. on computing-related topics. AnAvets hAs kArAoke with Jack Ramsay at 7 p.m., Scotch doubles pool at 6:30 p.m. t he B ereAvement resource Centre at

626 Martin St. hosts weekly drop-in grief support sessions Fridays at 10:30 a.m. For more information on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, please call 250-490-1107.

UPCOMING EVENTS o kAnAgAn f Alls legion has drop-in darts and pool at 1 p.m. and a meat draw 5 p.m. on April 5. dAffodil teA And bake sale with books, jewelry and more at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church on April 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free, refreshments are $6 per person. enjoy A sAlute to Canadian music on April 6 at 7 p.m. in the Penticton United Church, when the TuneAgers choir and orchestra present their annual spring concert. Tickets are $15 and available at Dragon’s Den, 12 Front St., at the church office weekday mornings, or from a member of the Tune-Agers. For more information call Peggy at 250-494-9700.

o kAnAgAn f Alls legion has fun Sunday on April 6 starting at 1 p.m. with hot dogs, horse racing, drop-in darts and more. r oyAl c AnAdiAn legion branch 40 has Sports Sunday at the Legion on April 6 and the Ladies Auxiliary will cater food and beverages in the hall, 502 Martin St. oso mAsterWorks Presents Dynamic Duo! featuring Guy Few on trumpet and Nadina Mackie Jackson on bassoon with music from baroque to contemporary at 7:30 p.m. on April 5 in Cleland Theatre. Tickets are available from the Penticton and Wine Country Information Centre, 553 Railway St. or 1-800-6635052. the Penticton legion Ladies Auxiliary will hold their general meeting at 2 p.m. on April 7 in the hall, 502 Martin St. Pres. Mary Mayes presiding. sPring/summer chAngeover At the Care Closet, 574 Main Street, will take place on April 7. All profits go to the hospital and hospice and your continued support is appreciated. Drop by and check out our nearly new items. join in the celebration of National Volunteer Week at an open house on April 9 starting at 10 a.m. at the South Okanagan Similkameen Volunteer Centre at 102-696 Main St. There will be refreshments, giveaways and

draws for prizes donated from local businesses. Check for more detail on the event at www.volunteercentre.info or phone 1-888-576-5661. misty cockerill, survivor of the Abbottsford killer and an advocate for victims’ rights, is speaking at the Penticton Indian Band Community Hall on April 10. Misty will be talking about her story, victims of crime and recovery, victimization by the media, cyber bullying, online exploitation, and resources available.

Event runs from 5 to 7 p.m.. Everyone is welcome. For more information call: ONTEH at 250-493-4902 or email Daryl-Jean at ontehdvap@shaw.ca. coWork Penticton is hosting the next in a series of free info sessions on April 10 at noon for people considering selfemployment. Our goal is to give people exploring entrepreneurship a simple, one-stop resource for their questions. Free sessions will be offered once a month from February to June.

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6.0’ cubic capacity - Rotary Electromechanical controls - Reverse-a-Door - Up-Front Lint Filter - Up to 90ft venting capability - Auto Dry - Cottons Cycle

BOTH PIECES WASHER AND DRYER SET

HOMETOWN

69999

$499.99 WASHER

• 2 FULL WIDTH SLIDING SHELVES • WHITE DELI DRAWER • 3 FIXED WHITE DOOR BINS (ONE WITH GALLON STORAGE) • FULL WITH FIXED WIRE SHELF IN FREEZER AND 2 FIXED WHITE DOOR RACK

$599.99 SET DRYER

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• 1188 Pocket Coils

• Cool Twist Gel Action SERTA PETITE ROUGE Memory Foam MEGA EUROTOP • Wool FibreFoam Ask AboutEncased Taking Ask About Taking • Posterized in Centre for MATTRESS SET Additional Support

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$729.99

$1129.99

4 Years!

To Pay with NO Interest BONDED SOLID & NO Down Payment! LEATHER

Ask About Taking WOOD Available in Brown Only 5 DRAWER CHEST To Pay with NO Interest

QUEEN SET

$729.99

BOTH PIECES

To Pay with NO Interest & NO Down Payment!

ONLY

$379.99

$699.99

AMOUNT EQUAL TO GST AND PST TO BE DEDUCTED FROM SALE PRICE

FRONT LOAD STEAM WASHERWHILE QUANTITIES LA & DRYER SET

Self Clean

WHILE QUANTITIES LAST! WHILE QUANTITIESRANGE LAST! BONDED LEATHER REFRIGERATOR SOFA & LOVESEAT

$379.99

• 22 Cubic Foot AVAILABLE IN BROWN • Glass Shelves • Built-In Icemaker • Only 30” Wide x 66” Tall

$699.99

Built-In

DISHWASHER BONDED LEATHER WHILE QUANTITIES LAST! SOFA & LOVESEAT

STEAM WASHER 4.6 Cubic Foot STEAM DRYER 7.4 Cubic Foot

WHILE QUANTITIES LAST!

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK! WHILE QUANTITIES2 PCS WHILE QUANTITIES LAST! LAST! Sofa $499.99 $799.99 2549 SKAHA LAKE ROAD SINCE 1988 ~ BY AVAILABLE IN BROWN

PENTICTON

KONDOLAS ON SAMSUNG APPLIANCES 250-492-0613 First Come, First Served. While Supplies Last.

Sofa

$499.99

AMOUNT EQUAL TO GST & PST TO BE DEDUCTED FROM SALE PRICE

2 PCS

$799.99 AND DRYER SET

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JOE KANDOLA Owner / Operator

WE DELIVER TO OLIVER, OSOYOOS, KEREMEOS, WESTBANK, PEACHLAND, GRAND FORKS AND PRINCETON FRONT LOAD WASHER AND DRYER SET

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Sofa

SOFA & LOVESEAT Ask About Taking

& NO Down Payment!

QUEEN SET

MOCHA

LOVESEAT

349

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2 PCKING SECTIONAL WITH OTTOMAN SET IN TOP QUALITY CHENILLE MICROFIBRE

KING SET

37999

To Pay with NO Interest & NO Down Payment!

QUEEN SET

SOFA

4Y WHILE QUANTITIES LA WHILE QUANTITIES LAST! 4 99Years! 4 Years!$799 $34999

BROWN LEATHER LOOKING BED • Posterized in centre for additional support

IBRE

Available in 2 Colours, Chocolate or Mocha

$599.99 SET 4 Year ! ears! 4sY

• 10 Year Warranty • 1188 Pocket Coils • Cool Twist Gel Action Memory Foam To Pay with NO Interest & NO Down Payment! • Wool FibreFoam Encased • Posterized in centreKING for additional support SET • 10 year warranty

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KENLY MICROFIBRE SOFA SET

6.0’ cubic capacity - Rotary Electromechanical controls - Reverse-a-Door - Up-Front Lint Filter - Up to 90ft venting capability - Auto Dry - Cottons Cycle

4.0’ cubic capacity - Rotary Electromechanical controls - Three wash/rinse temperatures - Three Water Levels - Bleach Dispenser

$499.99 QUEEN SET

ALL 6 PIECES

SERTA PETITE ROUGE MEGA EUROTOP MATTRESS SET

To Pay with NO Interest & NO Down Payment!

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17 CU.FT. CU FT REFRIGERATOR

WASHER

4.0’ cubic capacity - Rotary Electromechanical controls - Three wash/rinse temperatures - Three Water Levels - Bleach Dispenser

Dresser, Mirror, 1 Night Table, Headboard, Footboard and Rails.

REFRIGERATOR

STEAM • 22 CUBIC FOOT WASHER AMOUNT EQUAL TO•GST & PST TO BE DEDUCTED FROM SALE PRICE GLASS SHELVES 4.3’ cubic capacity

STEAM DRYER 7.3’ cubic capacity