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Blossom Run cancelled Low numbers, high costs lead to decision not to hold hot rod weekend by John Arendt The Blossom Run, an annual celebration of hot rods, will not take place this year.

For the past 30 years, the weekend event has been an Okanagan tradition and for the past 25 years, it has been held in Summerland on the May long weekend. “It’s been postponed, put on hold, for a year,” said Frank Kinney, a member of the Blossom Run Society. “The cost of running it has gotten out

of hand.” The event drew hot rodders from Western Canada and the United States. Included in the weekend was a show and shine on the Saturday afternoon. The show drew many spectators to the downtown area to view the vintage cars and trucks.

Dave MacDonald, chair of the Blossom Run Society, said the costs and the declining participation led to the decision to cancel the event for this year. In its earlier years, the event would draw around 200 participants, but more recently, attendance had fallen to between 80 and 100 par-

ticipants. MacDonald added that there are many other long weekend events in Summerland and in the rest of the region on the same weekend. “There’s going to be a Blossom Run next year,” he said. “We’re looking for an affordable venue for 2015.”

Broken glass

Shards of broken glass were placed on playground equipment at Dale Meadows Park last weekend.

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Supporting youth

The Summerland Asset Development Initiative’s Youth Club is an active place where students in middle school and high school gather each day.

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Olympic dreams

For Summerland athlete Justin Kripps, the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia had many emotional moments.

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Cancer fundraiser

Boxes of daffodil pins are on display around the community during the Canadian Cancer Society’s Cancer Month promotion.

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Responding to questions

Members of Summerland Council consider questions at a town hall meeting on Monday evening. The meeting about the proposed Urban Growth Plan was held to present information and to answer questions from the public. From left are Coun. Robert Hacking, Coun. Orv Robson, Mayor Janice Perrino, Coun. Peter Waterman and Coun. Martin Van Alphen. Coun. Lloyd Christopherson and Coun. Bruce Hallquist, who own land in the area affected, were not present and have not participated in any of the discussions and votes on the proposed plan.

Growth plan details shown Council members, agri-business representatives outline views on controversial plan by John Arendt Council members and municipal staff outlined the case for Summerland’s proposed Urban Growth Strategy and answered questions from the public at a town hall meeting on Monday evening. The meeting was held at the Summerland Secondary School gym from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

At least 350 people attended. The plan calls for the removal of 80.34 hectares of land within the Agricultural Land Reserve, close to the core of the community, while 91.7 hectares in the Prairie Valley Area would be added to the land reserve. Of the members of council who will vote on the growth strategy, most spoke of the need for a new growth plan. “The plan is out of date and it has to be corrected,” Coun. Orv Robson said. Summerland’s existing

growth plan was part of the 2008 Official Community Plan. At that time, the proposed Summerland Hills Golf Resort

Alphen said the 2008 plan, based on the 1996 Official Community Plan, is no longer applicable for Summerland.

“I have heard no compelling argument that can justify the removal of this high quality land from the Agricultural Land Reserve.”

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was designated for future growth, but the development proposal is no longer being considered. Coun. Martin Van

“Lots of things have changed in the past 20 years,” he said. Coun. Peter Waterman, a retired agrologist and farmer, has spoken

against the proposed growth plan since it involves the removal of land from the Agricultural Land Reserve near the core of the community. “I have heard no compelling argument that can justify the removal of this high quality land from the Agricultural Land Reserve,” he said. Mayor Janice Perrino said Summerland enjoyed a robust growth rate from 1991 to 1996, but since that time, the population has risen by 6.5 per cent over a 15-year period. See LAND Page 2

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a 15 per cent increase, Osoyoos had a 20.5 per cent increase and Lake Country grew by 35 per cent. “That’s where the

During the same time, Perrino said Oliver’s population increased 12.5 per cent, Peachland saw

growth is happening,” she said, “and we missed all of it.” High school enrolment has declined, service clubs have

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The future of Summerland’s controversial Urban Growth Strategy will be decided by members of municipal council, not through a referendum process. Responding to a question at the town hall meeting on Monday evening, Mayor Janice Perrino said a referendum is not used to determine the outcome of a growth plan.

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land.ca. A public hearing on the proposed development will be held at the Summerland Secondary School gym on Tuesday, April 22 at 7 p.m. This is the second time council will hold a public hearing on the growth plan. A hearing was held on March 3 in the Arena Banquet Room, but some who wished to attend were locked out as the room was filled to capacity. Comments made at the March 3 meeting remain part of the public record. Council will make a decision on the growth plan at the April 28 municipal council meeting. Members of council told those present at the hearing that they have not yet

made up their minds on the growth plan. “We’ve all changed our minds at public hearings before,” Perrino said. Coun. Lloyd Christopherson and Coun. Bruce Hallquist, who both own land in the affected area, have not participated in any of the discussions or votes on the proposed growth plan and will not be present for the public hearing or for the final vote on the plan. Public input on the growth plan was gathered for much of 2013 and the plan was on the municipality’s agenda many times during that year. Once the plan is approved, it must be forwarded to the provincial Agricultural Land Commission for approval.

She added that the last two Official Community Plans, in 1996 and 2008, were decided by those at the council table, not through a referendum process. The proposed Wharton Street development and the proposed Summerland Hills Golf Resort development were also council decisions. Including a referendum question on growth at the

upcoming municipal election in November would not be appropriate, she said. “It’s never one issue that should get a person elected,” she said. Municipal administrator Tom Day said a referendum is required when borrowing money over a five-year period if the borrowing is not approved by the Alternate Approval Process.

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said the land is ideal for vineyards as he expands his wine production. “This is where I would like to grow the business,” he said. Peter Klimuk, representing Mountain View Growers, said the greenhouse operation needs to make some upgrades. The land in the former Summerland Hills area is suitable for an expansion. Following the presentations, written questions were heard. Because of the time limit, fewer than half the questions received were answered. Questions not addressed at the hearing will be considered and answers may be posted on the municipality’s website at summer-

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lost members and retail businesses have closed, she added. She explained later that the other Okanagan communities are not affected in the same way by agricultural land removal. “We happen to have the ALR right in the core of our community,” she said. She said the community needs growth close to the downtown area. R e p re s e n t a t i v e s from Dirty Laundry Vineyard and Mountain View Growers, who have requested land in the former Summerland Hills area to expand their agricultural businesses, also made presentations. Hermann Teichtmeister of Dirty Laundry Vineyard

While infilling is allowed in Summerland and while there are spaces suitable for infill development, additional land is needed to accommodate growth in Summerland, municipal planner Ian McIntosh said. Speaking at the

town hall meeting on the Urban Growth Strategy, McIntosh said there are 295 potential infill lots in Summerland, if all property owners of such lands were to subdivide. Because some of these lots will not be divided, McIntosh

said it is more realistic to expect 150 would choose to set up infill lots in the community. For additional growth, land suitable for construction is needed. Construction is much easier and much less expensive

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Broken glass at playground Shards of broken glass were placed at playground equipment in Dale Meadows Park last week. On Wednesday, Summerland RCMP were called after a resident noticed broken glass had been placed on a slide and on the grounds nearby. Municipal crews quickly attended to clean up the glass. Sgt. Stephane Lacroix of the Summerland RCMP detachment said the glass had been placed deliberately. He said it could have resulted in a

serious injury if children had been out playing. In summer, the playground equipment is used often. After police examined the scene, they checked other playgrounds around the community, but did not find broken glass elsewhere. An investigation into the incident is continuing. Lacroix asks anyone with information about the broken glass to contact the Summerland RCMP at 250-494-7416 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

Crews have conducted environmental tests at the site of Summerland’s new library branch. Construction is expected to begin this summer on the new branch, on Main Street at Kelly Avenue. The building will be at the site of the existing Summerland Arts Centre and the Giant’s Head Automotive buildings. While the auto-

motive repair business was once a fuel station, municipal planner Ian McIntosh said the last owners had received an environmental report when they purchased the property. “They have a certificate of compliance which says it’s clean,” he said. The Okanagan Regional Library has conducted environmental tests on the site to determine if further work is neces-

Facility in place for Arts Centre The Summerland Arts Centre will not be left homeless during the construction of a new library. Mayor Janice Perrino said the municipality will help the Summerland Arts Council with its temporary and longterm accommodation needs. In late February, the municipality announced that the existing gallery and the adjacent building on Main Street will be demolished later this year to allow for the construction of a new and larger library. The gallery will be moved to the former Summerland Pharmacy location on Main Street until a new permanent gallery location can be found. “We have earmarked $25,000 to help them get into a

new building,” Perrino said. The library building, on Wharton Street, has been suggested as the site of the new Arts Centre. “Recognizing the importance of the Art Gallery to our community, council budgeted $25,000 to assist the art gallery in paying rent in a new location and to assist in relocation costs,” a letter from the municipality to the Summerland Arts Council read. While construction of the new library is expected to be completed in 2015, Perrino said council will continue to assist the arts council if the project takes longer than expected. “We’re committed to making it work for them,” she said, “but we need a new library.”

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Broken glass was placed on playground equipment in Dale Meadows Park last week. Police are continuing their investigation into the incident.

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sary before construction begins. Results of the testing were not available by press time. The new library building will be around 743 square metres, more than twice the size of the existing library branch on Wharton Street. Summerland’s present library building was constructed in 1981. The building is 316 square metres, less than half the size

required for a community of this size. Access is difficult for some since it is on the second floor of the building Michelle Rule, communications manager for Okanag-

an Regional Library, said the design of the new building has not yet been determined. In 2013, there were 70,203 visits to the branch. There are 6,381 registered users.

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The loss of an event When a longstanding community event is cancelled, even temporarily, it is time to take notice. This year, the Blossom Run will not take place. The annual event, held in the Okanagan for 30 years and in Summerland for the past 25 years, brought hot rodders and car enthusiasts into the community for the May long weekend. In earlier years, the weekend would draw around 200 participants, but more recently, the number had dropped to between 80 and 100. While there are other events in Summerland on the May long weekend, the show and shine on the Saturday afternoon served to bring hundreds of spectators to Memorial Park. From there, many would stop in at downtown businesses, restaurants and coffee shops. Other Summerland events on the same weekend do not have the same direct effect on the downtown, since they happen farther from the core of the community. Organizers of the annual car weekend have said they have chosen to cancel the event just for this year, but would like to have it in place once again for 2015. However, there is no guarantee the Blossom Run would remain in Summerland in the future. Even if the Blossom Run is back in Summerland after a one-year hiatus, the effects of its absence this year will be noticeable. The most successful events are those which continue each year. Recovering from a skipped year can be challenging for any event organizers. It should be noted that special events by themselves are not enough to make the difference between a thriving downtown and a struggling downtown, but a good event or a series of events can be effective as one part of a community’s marketing strategy.

For many years, the Summerland volunteers with the Canadian Cancer Society have worked diligently to raise money for their organization. The efforts are important as each year, thousands of British Columbians are diagnosed with cancer. Those who have not been diagnosed with cancer likely have one or more family members or friends who have battled the disease in the past.

Digital wave is just beginning VICTORIA – Have you got one of the new B.C. driver’s licences yet? By now most drivers have the one with the unsmiling black and white mug shot, to conform to passport standards so it could be used for border identification with the magnetic swipe strip on the back. About one million of us now have the newest version, with a Tom Fletcher credit-card style digital chip that proves your residence and eligibility for our famously “free” medical care. The motor vehicle office started issuing them about a year ago, as five-year licences expire. They replace the old “CareCard” that has no expiry date. Over the years there were more than nine million CareCards issued, twice the population of B.C., as people held onto their access to our defenseless, overworked medical system from wherever they moved to. Positive identification is only the start for this card. Each will be assigned a password that gives access to online medical records, so when patients show up at an ER, their eligibility is confirmed and any previous conditions or medications are accurately matched. (Note that medical information is not stored on the card, just an

access code that goes with the password.) Patients will be able to call up their own files at home, book medical appointments and even renew prescriptions, which is where the efficiency comes in. In-person visits for routine prescription renewals are a cash cow for today’s doctors, generating guaranteed billings but often little or no health benefit. Most people will still think of it as a driver’s licence, but it’s intended as an all-purpose government ID. If you don’t drive, you are spared the $75 licence renewal fee, and within a couple of years the cards will start providing online access to a wide range of government services. Andrew Wilkinson, minister of technology, innovation and citizens’ services, says a public consultation has shown most people are comfortable using a system they already trust for their banking. By the end of 2015, Wilkinson says about two million people will have the new cards, roughly half of B.C.’s population. Application forms converted to online access will include student loans, birth, death and marriage certificates, voter registration and even criminal record checks. All this will be costly to set up, but the savings from having customers do their own data entry are well known, as any banker or supermarket owner can tell you.

“You can understand that if you’re in the vital statistics office and this can all be done from places like Telegraph Creek and Horsefly remotely, that actually saves them a lot of money,” Wilkinson said. “There will be conversion of existing services where you have to go into an office and wait around and fill out forms. Those will be converted to online services.” It also means a decline in the number of government office jobs, and the potential for further outsourcing of services, as we have seen with Medical Services Plan administration and the back-office functions of BC Hydro. Some older readers won’t be thrilled to hear about this. They don’t want a “smart phone,” just a phone. But they will also see their great-grandchildren becoming adept with tablet computers before they can even speak. Seniors will get the hang of it pretty quickly, and their lives will become easier. • A correction to last week’s column on the Agricultural Land Commission. I erroneously said regional panel members were appointed from outside the region. They are local residents, and the new legislation formalizes a cabinet appointment process for them. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc. Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

bad apples We are disappointed and disgusted by the person or people responsible for placing broken glass at a Summerland playground. The glass was placed deliberately and could have resulted in serious injury to a child. No matter what the reason for this action, it is unacceptable. We urge anyone with information on the incident to contact the Summerland RCMP or Crime Stoppers.

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Soil quality study needed Dear Editor: In the past 15 years of living in Deer Ridge, I have had to pour hundreds of dollars worth of compost and potting soil into my 12-foot by 16-foot garden to enrich the earth enough to get patchy results at best. My question to council: 1. Has there been a study done on how

much a soil enrichment program would cost to bring the soil in the Bathurst Road area up to the same nutrient level as presently exists (without having to add anything) in the current Agricultural Land Reserve farmland? 2. What is the budget for this enrichment program? Remember that

even if you are growing pigs, they still need to eat and the type of grass that grows up there can barely sustain the deer. One piece of land does not equal another piece of land: some pieces of land are more equal than others. Anita Perry Summerland

Community’s land issues understood Dear Editor: We are all Summerlanders aged 30 and under, having either grown up here or moved here in our 20s, and all of us have worked in the local agricultural economy. We understand the need for growth and development. We understand our community’s increasing infrastructure costs.

Out of gas

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It’s that time. Snow shovels have been put away, the grass is finally growing and the sound of electric or gas-powered mowers can be heard in most Summerland neighbourhoods. In the 1920s, lawn mowers were generally boy-powered and this young lad (one of the Tait boys) didn’t seem too thrilled about the prospect of mowing the large lawn around his family’s home in Trout Creek. He’d probably be amazed to know that some people are actually switching back to the old fashioned reel mower for exercise and environmental benefits.

Arthritis affects children Dear Editor: One of the big misunderstandings about arthritis is that it only affects the elderly. Too often, this type of thinking results in delays for early diagnosis and appropriate treatment for children and teens. As many as 24,000 Canadian children aged 18 and under, live with a form of arthritis, or three out of every 1,000 kids. Arthritis is one of the more common disorders resulting in chronic disability, affecting play, school,

work and so much more. Kids can be affected by a variety of forms of arthritis, any of which can have potentially devastating effects on their developing bodies. These children may experience continuous inflammation, pain, stiffness and swelling. It may result in irregular growth problems, an increased likelihood for chronic uveitis (inflammation of the eye causing reduced vision) and painful flare-ups and disease

remission that can come and go without warning. While there is no cure yet, for childhood arthritis, early diagnosis and an effective treatment plan including medication, physiotherapy, appropriate physical activity, and rest can control pain and help to prevent joint damage. With appropriate guidance and support, a child with arthritis can lead an active and productive life. Our hope is that we can make more people aware of child-

hood arthritis, that more children will be diagnosed early and appropriately, get the treatment and support they need. Everyone can help. Buy a ticket to the upcoming Okanagan Angel Awards on May 23 (angelawards.ca) or join us at the Walk to Fight Arthritis on June 8th (walktofightarthritis. ca). With your help, they can get back to being children again. Trudy Battaglio Manager, Education and Services The Arthritis Society, Okanagan/Interior

We understand the threat of climate change and the need for food security. We understand and believe in smart growth principles that allow for growth and development while preserving and enhancing agricultural lands. We support the Agricultural Land Commission and its mandate to preserve farmland.

Above all, we are in favour of a factbased, improved dialogue within the community and believe that it is essential for a future that represents all of our shared interests. Erin Carlson, Anastasia Ivanusic, Anissa McAlpine, Katie Sardinha, Alexander Thistlewood, Bart Fieten, Dru Yates Stop the Swap Summerland

Bleacher seating was uncomfortable Dear Editor: The town hall meeting on Monday night was held in a school gymnasium. I was shocked when we arrived to find that we had to sit in the bleachers. There is no place for your back and very little for your butt to sit on and those seats were hard! Those of us that were seniors were expected to clamber up into places that

are only suitable for young people. The councillors were very comfortable in their plush chairs. I finally had to resort to hollering at the mayor to give us a break so we could stand up and stretch our legs and butts. I am not alone when I say that the seating for the taxpayers was outrageous. At the halfway

break many people left, they were very upset with the conditions. Whoever was responsible for setting up that location should have sat up there in the bleachers with the rest of us. If you hold the next meeting with the same conditions many of us will not come. Dave Simpson Summerland

Legion larger than Summerland Chamber Dear Editor: A column submitted by the Summerland Chamber of Commerce and printed in the March 27 edition of the Summerland Review, claimed that the chamber is the largest member-based organization in the District.

In fact, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 22 has a larger membership with close to 800 members. Unlike the chamber, joining the Legion is voluntary. John Dorn, Past President Royal Canadian Legion Branch 22 Summerland

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Food security questions overlooked Dear Editor: I was utterly appalled at the way the town hall meeting was conducted. People were under the impression they would have a chance to have actual dialogue with council. Writing a question on paper and having it read (or not read, as was most likely the case since I personally wrote approximately 10 questions and not one was read) is not most people’s idea of dialogue. There are two things that strike me especially hard.

The first is that as councillors and our elected representatives, most of you are not listening to the people. It is so obvious that the majority of people in Summerland do not want this. And yet you continue to push this proposal forward, without allowing for actual dialogue. The second blow was the fact that you read only one question about the issue of food security amongst the dozens of questions chosen. This floored me. This is an issue that has been addressed repeatedly by mem-

bers of the community, in letters to the editor, at the public hearing, in the numerous comments made by signatories of the Stop the Swap petition. In reference to the concerns expressed by the public at the hearing on March 3, the mayor herself even commented in the interview on Daybreak South (March 4) that “I think if I had to label the number one thing it was probably food preservation.” (I’m sure she must have meant food security). In her presentation, she skimmed over this issue, as if

it were completely irrelevant. I find this morally reprehensible. The mayor has repeatedly dismissed any questions regarding climate change and food security as inconsequential. And I have not heard anyone else, except for Councillor Waterman, address this issue. This is my most heartfelt question to all of you that I sincerely hope you will consider with openness and honesty: Given the fact that the Agricultural Land Reserve was created in order to preserve and

protect farmland for future generations, how can you, with a clear conscience, sacrifice this resource our grandchildren will need to feed themselves? I would like to hear a response from each of you. This is a moral responsibility we all share. You have invited questions. I look forward to an honest response to this question, which carries a profound weight that cannot be ignored. Sheila Polito Summerland

Summerland Hills land could have been sold

Dear Editor: After the public info session last evening, the two agri businesses that came forward saying they would buy land in the Summerland Hills area neglected to mention that they could or would buy that land now if the municipality would

put it up for sale. It isn’t available for tender yet because the municipality wants to have it to swap with the Agricultural Land Reserve land in town. In other words, those sales are not dependent on the Summerland Hills land going back into the ALR. Those two

presentations were just made to sound like that — just a little more manipulating the facts. The municipality is playing politics with the Summerland Hills land. Second, Mayor Janice Perrino’s whole argument is that we need more

taxes. If the ALR land in Summerland is developed, lots of people will move here and shop downtown. This is totally pie in the sky. There are presently hundreds of people within walking distance of downtown. Still stores close. The areas proposed are

not really within walking distance. People will get in their cars and drive to shop in Penticton and Kelowna. Summerland is not now and will probably never be a shopping centre. The downtown stores that do well are novelty stores that cater to specific

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needs. At any rate, people are not going to move here simply because there are houses. This proposal to dispose of quality ALR land is short sighted and not at all well thought out, in spite of the council’s insistence that it is. If they had spent the money, time and energy to come up with a plan to take advantage of Summerland’s existing ALR land to make

this a unique food, wine and agri training destination, we might be getting somewhere. This council made it pretty clear they are decided. They aren’t listening to anything else but the sound of their own voices. Let’s make sure the Agricultural Land Commission (4940 Canada Way, Burnaby, B.C., V5G 4K6) hears from the rest of us. Gerri Davis Summerland

With the housing market being a little slower than it has been in years past homeowners are looking for ways to increase their properties appeal to purchasers. One such way is to “stage” your property. Experience has shown that professionally staged properties sell quicker and for more money. Developers have been using this technique with their“show homes”for many years. Staging, simply put, is using selected furniture and accessories to highlight the architectural details of your home, creating an attractive environment which stimulates the prospective purchaser. The buyer views your home as a warm, inviting space. Anyone who has watched HGTV on television has seen what a difference this can make in the appearance of a home. Many purchasers are now viewing properties online first before they decide to go further. If those pictures create that spark of interest, then staging has been well worth it. Designers can assist a homeowner by providing recommendations for those who wish to make the changes themselves or they handle all the details. As with most things, your budget dictates what can be done!

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Thursday

Al-Anon offers help to families and friends of alcoholics. Summerland Serenity Group meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the United Church hall. Call 250-490-9272 for more information. Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers meet at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre on Thursday evenings. Beavers meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Cubs meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Scouts meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Venturers meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For details call Trent at 250494-1990. Come try your hand at an old art made new. The traditional Rug Hookers of the South Okanagan meet every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Summerland Art Gallery on Main Street. Visitors always welcome. Lots of supplies available. Try your hand at this timeless art. For more information phone Marilyn at 250-494-6434 or Juliet at 250-494-1278. Euchre is played every second and fourth Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Lyme Disease support group meets on the second Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. at the A&W in Summerland. Everyone welcome. Pe a c h City Toastmasters meets Thursdays noon to 1 p.m. in Penticton at the United Church on Main and Eckhardt, Room 202. Call 250-486-5313. Seniors’ volleyball at the Youth Centre beginning at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. For additional information call Jane or Frank at 250-494-4666. Summerland Material Girls Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from September to May at 9 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Doris Flynn at 250-494-7262 or Annie Smirmaul at 250-4942286. Summerland Sports-

men’s Association meets every third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Summerland Legion. The SSA focuses on fishing, shooting, hunting, archery and conservation and is affiliated with the B.C. Wildlife Federation. New members welcome. The Rug Hooking Circle meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month from noon to 3 p.m. at Leir House Arts and Cultural Centre, 220 Manor Park Ave., Penticton. Practice a traditional Canadian art form in a group setting. Host is certified teacher, fibre artist and published contributor Angela Possak. 250767-0206 or online rughookingteacher.ca. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group meets on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the MS office, 3373 Skaha Rd., Penticton. Everyone welcome. For more information call Sherry at 250-493-6564. TOPS BC #725 Summerland meets every Thursday in the lower level of the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Weigh-in is from 5:30 to 6 p.m. and is followed by a meeting. For more information call Marlene Vancha at 250-494-9565.

Friday

Bridge is played every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St. Phone 250-494-8164. Cribbage is played every Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Pleasure Painters meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. Come and enjoy or check it out. Drop-ins welcome. The 890 Wing of the South Okanagan Air Force Association of Canada have a gettogether every Friday night from 4 p.m. at the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. in Penticton. New members are welcome. For more information, phone Fred Monteith at 250-497-8490.

Birthright, serving the South Okanagan, has Friday drop in from 10 a.m. to noon at 200 Bennett St. in Penticton. This weekly program provides light snacks and an opportunity to build friendships, share life skills and participate in baby item swaps. Please contact Sandy Mikkelsen at 250-4924901 for more information.

Saturday

Jump start spring. Join the members of the Summerland Dance Club at the Royal Canadian Legion Rosedale Room, 8 to 11 p.m., for an evening of pure enjoyment. Live music is provided by Kathy Kinaschuk. Prizes and refreshments are provided. For more information, phone Anne Ling at 250-4947816 or Ron Hack at 250-486-6858.

Sunday

DivorceCare is for all who are suffering from the difficulties resulting from separation or divorce. Meeting at Summerland Baptist Church just inside the Victoria St. entrance on Sundays 5 to 7 p.m. A free course is offered. Please call 250-4943313 or just walk in. Vintage Car Club, South Okanagan Chapter, meets the last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Youth Centre on Peach Orchard Road. Anyone interested in vintage cars (those 25 years or older) is invited to attend. For more information on the club phone 250-494-5473.

Monday

Beginner Tai Chi on Mondays at 2 p.m. at the Summerland Legion. Continuing classes at 2:30 p.m. All proceeds go to the Legion. Dabber Bingo is played at the Senior Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St., every Monday at 1:30 p.m. 16 regular games, Lucky 7, Odd/Even, Bonanza. Everyone is welcome. License #832873. Men — Love to Sing? Okanagan Christian Men’s Choir. This nondenominational choir invites you to join us, have fun, sing unto the Lord and enjoy the fellowship of other singers. Mondays 7 to 9 p.m. at Summerland Baptist Church, Fireside Room. For more information contact Hans at 250-494-7127. The South Okanagan Orchid Society meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Shatford Centre

in Penticton. The group meets September to June. For more information, contact Joan at 250-494-4293. The Summerland Crokinole Club meets Monday nights at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Summerland Seniors Centre. Contact Darlene at 250-4949310.

Tuesday

Bridge games at St. Stephen’s Church Hall on Tuesdays beginning at 1 p.m. New players are always welcome. Refreshments served. Call 250-494-6116 or 250-494-5363. Dementia Caregiver Support Group — Are you providing care or support for someone dealing with Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Please join us at our Summerland meeting to explore how we can assist you. The meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland IOOF Hall, 9536 Main St. Call Laurie Myres at 250-493-8182 or email lmyres@alzheimerbc. org. South Okanagan Genealogical Society is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Penticton Library Museum building. Contact Nola Reid at 250-492-0751. Summerland Caregiver Group meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Summerland Health Centre. Call Julie Steele at 250-404-8072 for further information. Quest Society of Summerland meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at 9700 Brown St. (Parkdale Place). For more information phone Marilyn Topham at 250-4946434 or Joan Lansdell at 778-476-0596. Summerland Farmers’ Market in Memorial Park, Wharton Street, every Tuesday April through October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information call Paul at 250-4940540. Summerland Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Kiwanis Lodge on Quinpool at 6 p.m. New members are welcome. Contact Tom Jacques at 250-494-4339. Summerland VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) members and friends meet the second Tuesday of the month at Parkdale Lounge.

S The Mental Wellness Centre, Summerland Branch, will be open the first, third and fourth Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon at the Summerland United Church. Inquiries welcome. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group joins the Penticton MS Group every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for a coffee social at the Cherry Lane Mall Food Court. Whist is played on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St.

Wednesday

Be.Free, a 12-step Christ-centred recovery program that is not addiction specific, meets every Wednesday at Summerland Alliance Church at 7 p.m. For more information contact the SAC office at 250-494-9975 and ask to speak to Pastor Rick. Did you know Summerland has a Garden Club? Meetings are casual. Gardening experience varies. All gardeners are welcome. They are meeting Wednesday, April 16 at 1:30 pm in the library viewing room, 9525 Wharton Street. For more info, contact Jan Carlson at 250-4945112. Summerland Air Cadets parade Wednesday nights, 18:15 to 21:30 hours at Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. All youth aged 12 to 18 welcome. Call the Air Cadet office at 250494-7988. Summerland Art Club meets every Wednesday, September to June, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the lower level of the Summerland Library on Wharton Street. Painters of all levels are welcome. Workshops available. For information call Mary at 250-494-5851. Summerland ATV Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland Library lower level. The club promotes responsible ridership including registration, insurance, safety certification and scheduled pleasure rides. Membership includes orchardists, farmers, ranchers and fun seekers of all ages including those with disabilities. The Summerland Badminton Club plays every Wednesday at 7 p.m. all year. Shaun

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Monday, Wednesday and Friday of each week, Recope Society of Summerland offers medically supervised water therapy and land exercise programs helpful to clients with various medical conditions, such as joint replacements, stroke, back problems, arthritis, to name just a few. A medical referral is required. Call Maureen at 250-4949006. Parenting the Love and Logic Way. This six-session parenting program will be presented by independent facilitator, Sharon Otke, on Thursdays, April 3 to May 8, 6 to 8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church. Contact 250-494-9309 for more information or to register. Summerland Bakers

is a new, fun baking club where it doesn’t matter if it didn’t turn out perfectly; we’ll eat it anyway! We meet monthly to share our creations, eat, laugh and take home heaps of leftovers. Email Sophia at pleasebringcake@ gmail.com for more information or join Summerland Bakers on Facebook. Summerland Horseshoe Club is looking for new members. Practices are held in Memorial Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Call Laura Williams at 250494-3094. The Kinette Club’s fourth annual rubber ducky race will be on Saturday, May 10, 11 a.m. at the Penticton river channel. Children’s event at the finish line. For more info, call Jan at 250-328-2042.

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Protect vehicles in hot conditions Dramatic fluctuations in temperature can wreak havoc on automobiles. While cars and trucks are designed to be reliable under various conditions, sometimes the weather can get the best of even the most reliable vehicle. Many people associate car troubles with cold weather. However, cars are susceptible to breakdowns when it is hot outside. Extreme heat adds to an already high temperature under the hood, requiring ventilation and cooling systems to work that much harder. Batteries, alternators, starters, fan motors, and cooling systems are particularly vulnerable to high heat. It’s easy for a car to overheat and breakdown. Proper maintenance and some hot weather guidelines can keep drivers safe and on the road when temperatures soar, whether drivers are going on a quick ride or an extended road trip. • Be sure the radiator is working properly and is filled with fluid at all times. This helps prevent overheating, which can strand a vehicle on the side of the road. • Hot temperatures cause items to expand, such as the air molecules inside of the tires. Make sure the tires are properly inflated so blowouts do not occur. • Keep up-to-date with oil changes and other routine maintenance. Vehicles that are well maintained are less likely to be susceptible to heat strain.

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SADI offers activities for youths by Carla McLeod Special to the Review Shortly after 3 p.m. every weekday afternoon the Summerland Asset Development Initiative’s Youth Club, comes alive with the sound of enthusiastic young voices. Membership to the club is free and is open to students in the middle and high schools. The club currently has 65 members who are able to hang out in their clubhouse, which the municipality has generously donated for their use. SADI is a nonprofit organization, that uses the 40 developmental assets, provided by the Search Institute, as their base. These 40 positive qualities influence young people’s development, helping them to become caring, responsible and productive adults. Eric Scramstad is

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do for you? We want to serve you. We want to come and help. Then in return the community might be able to help us with something.” He also said he would like to see SADI become a household name at some point. Speaking about his role with the youth, Scramstad said the following, “I’m sure what we’re doing here is impacting their lives. I realize that they are really watching us. If I’m not living true to who I am and to what I believe in or what I am standing for in this organization, they’re going to see it, whether I am real or not,” he said. “With teenagers it is important to build a relationship with them and to let them know you’re there for them to support them, but you’re also there to correct them. We try to mentor them, but in a way that is subtle.” Scramstad added that the organization has a zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol and that the members must abide by their expectations. To see videos and learn more about SADI or to join and to donate, go to sadiyouth.ca. If you know a positive story about someone in our community, contact Carla McLeod at carlamcleod@shaw.ca or contact the Summerland Review newsroom at 250-494-5406.

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reducing the risk of high-speed crashes between ambulances B.C. firefighters and other vehicles. say a downgrade B.C. Professional in response priority Fire Fighters Associafor less urgent med- tion president Mike ical calls by the B.C. Hurley said that Ambulance Service doesn’t match what has resulted in much fire department first longer waits for para- responders are seeing. medics to arrive. “Our experience in A reallocation the field is it’s anyof ambulance ser- where from 30 to 45 vice last fall shifted minutes and longer dozens of call types for an ambulance to – often for broken show up,” Hurley bones and other said of the downincidents where the graded calls. patient is medically He said the types stable – so that those of calls that are no ambulances now longer dispatched at roll at posted speed high speed include limits without lights serious falls, serious and siren, rather than hemorrhages and cercode 3 at high speed. tain pregnancy calls. Officials say it’s They make up meant an average of about nine per cent NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING six minutes slower of overall ambulance arrival times to those calls, according to a calls, but allowed report on the realloone minute faster cation plan, and The District proposes to make an application to the Provincial Agricultural Land Commission pursuant to Section 29 of the Agricultural Land Commission average responses to of Summerland McLeod Special to the Review 800,000 fewer Takingtheaproperties break shown outlined in red on the map below and an application pursuant Carla Act to excludemean from the Agricultural Land Reserve to Section 17 of the Agricultural urgent life-or-death kilometres of lightsRon Gans andReserve his sons in back, and in front, stopped enjoy a swing at Kin Park in Lowertown, after a Land Commission Act to include in the Agricultural Land theJacob, properties shown in Isaac, green on the map below. to The District also proposes to consider amendments emergencies like and-siren driving long bicycle ride from Penticton. heart attacks, to thewhile District’seach Official Community Plan that result from a review of the urban growth strategy, including amendments related to the proposed ALR exclusions and year. inclusions. The amendments would be made by adopting Official Community Plan Bylaw 2014-002 which would replace the Official Community Plan in its entirety. The amendments to the Official Community Plan are numerous and potentially affect all lands in the District.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipal Council will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 3 , 2014 at the Arena/Banquet Room, 8820 Jubilee Road East, Summerland, B.C. to hear representations from members of the public with respect to the ALR Exclusion Application, the ALR Inclusion Application and 13211also Henry www.summerland.ca Official Community Plan Bylaw 2014-002. Written representations to the Council may beAvenue made250-494-6451 prior to the• hearing, if they are received by regular mail or delivery in person to the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, B.C. V0H 1Z0 or Christopherson, by email addressed to mfugeta@summerland.ca, in all 4:00 p.m. on MAYOR:Summerland Janice Perrino COUNCILLORS: Lloyd Robert Hacking, Bruce Hallquist, Orv Robson, Marty Vancases Alphen,prior Peterto Waterman rd March 3 , 2014.

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Inquiries regarding the ALC applications and the particulars of proposed amendments to the Official Community Plan should be directed to Ian McIntosh at (250) 404or imcintosh@summerland.ca. Copies of the applications, the District’s current Community Bylaw and documents the Council The District of4048 Summerland proposes to make an application to the Provincial Agricultural Land Commission pursuant to Section Official 29 of the Agricultural LandPlan, Commission Act2014-002 to exclude from therelated Agricultural Land Reservethat the properties shown outlined in redmay on the map belowinand an applicationwhether pursuant totoSection 17 ofwith the Agricultural Land Commission ActOfficial to includeCommunity in the Agricultural Land Reserve the properties shown in green on the map below. District alsoOffice, proposes consider determining proceed the applications and the Plan amendments are available for inspection at theTheMunicipal to consider amendments to the Avenue, District’s OffiSummerland cial Community Plan thatduring result from a review of the urban growth strategy, including amendments related to to theFriday proposedinclusive ALR exclusions and inclusions. The amendments would 13211 Henry B.C. normal business hours (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), Monday (excluding Statutory Holidays), upbetomade andby adopting Official Community Plan Bylaw 2014-002rdwhich would replace the Official Community Plan in its entirety. The amendments to the Official Community Plan are numerous and potentially affect all lands in the District. including Monday, March 3 , 2014. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipal Council will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014 at the Summerland Secondary High School, 9518 priortotohear therepresentations Public Hearing, public open Main Street,Immediately Summerland, B.C. from amembers of the house public between 5:00 p.m. and Application 7:00 p.m. the with respectwill to thebe ALRheld Exclusion Application, the ALR Inclusion and in Official Community Arena/Banquet Plan Bylaw 2014-002. Written representations to the Council may also be Room, 8820 Jubilee Road East to enable those made prior to the hearing, if they are received by regular mail or delivery in person to the attending to obtain information about the applications and the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland B.C. V0H 1Z0 or by email addressed proposed bylaw. to mfugeta@summerland.ca, in all cases prior to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014. Inquiries regarding the ALC applications and the particulars of proposed amendments to the Official Please thattoall submitted to the District of Community Plan should note be directed Ianrepresentations McIntosh at (250) 404-4048 or imcintosh@summerland. ca. Copies of the applications, District’s to current cial Community Bylaw 2014-002 Summerland in the response this Offi Notice or at the Plan, public hearing will and related documents Council record may consider determining whether to with form partthat of the a public and inmay be published in proceed a meeting the applications and the Official Community Plan amendments are available for inspection at the this matter is before the Council or a Committee of Municipal Offiagenda ce, 13211 when Henry Avenue, Summerland B.C. during normal business hours (9:00 a.m. Theinclusive District(excluding considers theHolidays), author’s name and address to 4:00 p.m.),Council. Monday to Friday Statutory up to and including Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014. relevant to Council’s consideration of this matter and will disclose

thisallinformation. author’s andinemail address Please note that representations The submitted to the phone District ofnumber Summerland response to this Notice or at the will and form part of a public record and mayifbethe published a meeting arepublic not hearing relevant should not be included authorin does not agenda whenwish this matter is before theinformation Council or a Committee of Council. The District considers this personal to be disclosed. the author’s name and address relevant to Council’s consideration of this matter and will disclose Council willphone receive from public this information. The author’s number no and representations email address are not relevant andthe should not be included if theon author does not wish this personal information to be disclosed. these matters after the conclusion of the Public Council willHearing. receive no representations from the public on these matters after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Maureen Fugeta Corporate Officer

aureen Fugeta Corporate Officer CONCESSION TENDER FOR ROTARY BEACH, PEACH ORCHARD AND /OR POWELL BEACH

The District of Summerland is accepting tenders for the operation of Concession Vending at Gordon Beggs Rotary Beach during the summer months. A mobile unit is required for this area and there is an electrical outlet provided. The option of starting by the May long weekend is possible depending on the weather. If interest is shown, the District will also consider another concession tender for concession vending at Peach Orchard Beach and /or Powell Beach. There is no electrical outlet and a mobile unit is required. Separate tenders outlining the requirements for each operation are available on our website www.summerland.ca or at Municipal Hall during regular working hours. Tenders will be accepted in a sealed envelope until 4pm on Thursday, April 24th at Municipal Hall, 13211 Henry Avenue, Box 159 Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0. The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted. For more information contact Brenda at 250-494-0447.

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81 deaths caused by distracted motorists by Tom Fletcher Black Press

Tennis match

Carla McLeod Special to the Review

Tennis players enjoy a game at Lakeshore Racquets Club just before the club’s annual general meeting on Sunday afternoon. From left on the far side are Linda Elia and Gail McAuliffe. On the front side from left are Aileen Houston and Debbie James.

Symposium will examine aging A one-day symposium later this month will provide information and planning advice for those at or near retirement. The symposium is organized through the Centre for

Healthy Aging Transitions in Vancouver. It will be held at Summerland Baptist Church on Saturday, April 26. The centre was established by Care Education Institute

to collect resources about aging and help churches as they assist baby boomers approaching retirement. Dr. Paul Pearce will provide information on Canadian

demographics, trends and strategies. He will also help participants to design a vision plan for productive future and aging transitions. A lunch and snacks are included in the registration fee. The session will

run from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration forms are available at the Summerland Baptist Church office, 10318 Elliott St. or online at www.summerlandbaptist.ca. Information is also available at www. carey-edu.ca/institute.

VICTORIA – More people are dying from distracted driving than drinking and driving, and that has caused Attorney General Suzanne Anton to reconsider whether B.C.’s penalties for using smart phones behind the wheel are tough enough. Anton said the latest statistics from 2012 show 81 deaths from distracted driving in the year, compared to 55 related to impaired driving. “People seem to know that they must not drink and drive, but distracted driving, people don’t seem to have the same level of awareness,” Anton said last Wednesday. B.C.’s Motor Vehicle Act currently sets a $167 fine for talking on a handheld mobile phone, and $167 plus three demerit points for emailing or texting while driving. Ontario recently raised its fine from $155 to $280, with a maximum of $500 for those who contest the fine and are convicted.

A few weeks ago Anton wasn’t convinced higher penalties would help change driver behaviour, but she said Wednesday she was disturbed to discover that B.C. has more distracted driving deaths than Ontario, which has three times the population. “Should there be points attached to holding the handheld device and talking? Probably,” Anton said. “Should the fines be higher? Probably, so I’m having a look at both of those.” Another statistic that caught Anton’s attention was the 51,000 distracted driving tickets handed out in B.C. in 2013. She said that’s a “huge number” that suggests the message of distracted driving is not getting through, and a reminder that seatbelt use and impaired driving also took time to impress on the public. The Superintendent of Motor Vehicles is analyzing B.C. driving habits and will report to Anton, who is considering changing penalties later this year.

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Aspiring junior hockey players tried out for the Summerland Steam at the team’s spring camp on the weekend. The team will feature many new players this fall.

Olympics presented difficult challenges by Justin Kripps Wow, what a crazy season. We started with the big goal of qualifying for the Olympics. Starting off strong with a string of top 10 finishes had us sitting as the front runner in the race for a third sled in Sochi. We had just finished racing on the North American tracks and I knew it was going to take everything I had to keep the success going in Europe. For the most part we had good results. The four-man, as usual for me, was more consistent while the two man had a 16th place, a fifth place and my first ever victory winning the Köenigssee World Cup. Heading to Sochi after this success felt great, although I knew I would have

to take advantage of every training run since I hadn’t been selected to go to the international training week on the Olympic track at the start of the season. We started off the two-man sitting in fourth place after the first day and only .08 of a second out of third. I came out swinging on the third run, putting down my best run of the competition…but we lost one more hundredth to third place. I decided my best at the time wasn’t going to move me ahead of the heavy hitters so I would have to try something different in the track. It didn’t work. We dropped to sixth. The training week for the four-man started well. The coaches made a last minute decision to take the top crew from the top

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sled (piloted by Chris Spring) and put them behind me to give our program a better shot at the podium. I felt bad for Spring but I was happy the coaches had confidence in me and I was excited to race with Jesse, Ben and Cody. We lined up for the race, excited to see what we could do. Massive push, one hundredth off the record, second overall and came down in eighth, from 10th off. I was okay with that, worse ice, but moving in the right direction. On the second run, I had a great run

going, split times getting faster and faster and then all of a sudden disaster struck, we were on our heads. I couldn’t believe it. I had crashed at the Olympics. We ground to a halt and for a second it was quiet. Then yelling, eight or nine medics calling out to us, asking if we were okay. We were. No one was seriously injured; just banged up, burned and a bit concussed probably. As we got out of the sled the crowd erupted in cheers. It was deafening. It was overwhelming. It was what the Olym-

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pics are all about. Our team consoled each other, walked up the outrun together, our other teammates were there helping us out, all the other athletes from other nations helping and offering kind words. We had crossed the finish line so we could race again the next day, after medical clearance. We were in last place, too far back to have a chance to finish anything other than last. I learned that in the time interval before the crash we were in second place overall. I decided I wanted to get back out there.

Lyndon Rush told me I wouldn’t regret it if I did. Ben and Cody offered to give up their spots so our spares Luke Demetre and Graeme Rinholm would race and become Olympians, which was amazing. Our final run was good. The support we got from all over Canada was overwhelming. Thanks to all my Summerland supporters. In particular a big thank you to Felicity and Berndt Stahl at Summerland Pharmacy for their continued financial support, and to Tom Brickenden at Summerland Secondary

School for his time and effort in coordinating fundraising for me and to Mrs. Tracy and Mrs. Shanner’s classes at Giant’s Head School for their Bobsleigh Bake Sale fundraiser, and to Mrs. Richardson and her leadership group at Summerland Secondary School for the fabulous flag. Thank you to all who signed the flag, sent messages and tweets to me, and supported the various Team Kripps fundraisers. It means a lot to me. Justin Kripps competed in bobsleigh in the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia.

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Building Inspector I District of Kitimat, full time permanent bargaining unit position wage range $36.33/hr - $43.63/hr, over 2 years. Duties include plan checking reviews, inspections and enforcement functions related to building construction to ensure conformance with legislation, regulations and standards, and explaining and enforcing municipal bylaws. Preferred applicants will have a Technology Certificate related to building construction or equivalent; BOABC level 2 certification and a Class 5 driver’s license. Submit applications by April 30, 2014, 4:30 p.m., to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat B.C. V8C 2H7, Tel 250-632-8900, Fax 250632-4995, or by e-mail at dok@kitimat.ca. Community information can be obtained from our website at www.kitimat.ca. Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Information

Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 email: ﬁsh@blackpress.ca DABBER BINGO, Seniors Centre, 9710 Brown. Every Monday, 1:30PM. 16 regular games, Lucky 7, Odd/Even, Bonanza. Everyone welcome. License #832873. Summerland Garden Club is meeting at the library viewing room, 9525 Wharton Street, 1:30 pm, Wednesday, Apr 16. All gardeners, novice to expert, are welcome. For more info, contact Jan Carlson at 250-494-5112.

Personals

FIND A FRIEND

Travel

Senior/Owner Licensed Director

New to Summerland? - New Baby?

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

Every Wednesday beginning April 23 through October 2014. Three hours a week commencing with gradual increase June through October. Knowledge of the Summerland Fall Fair, Computer skills, and Record Keeping would be an advantage. A vehicle would be an asset. Attendance at monthly board meetings is required. Wages: $15 per hour to start. Resume and queries to slandexhibitionassoc@ shaw.ca by April 18, 2014.

Obituaries

CLUXEWE RESORT MANAGER needed at Kwakiutl Band in Port Hardy. Competitive salary and free accommodations. Deadline midnight April 15. Email hr@kwakiutl.bc.ca for job description and to apply.

Obituaries

Kazuaki Furuya “Barney”

September 21, 1927 - March 25, 2014 We announce the peaceful passing of Barney, beloved brother and friend. He succumbed to a short but hard fought battle with cancer. He was surrounded by the people who loved and cared for him. Barney leaves behind his older sister Chizuko and many beloved friends. Barney loved life and will be remembered for his passion of dancing, fishing, curling, music, baseball and the Vancouver Canucks. He remained in his hometown of Summerland his entire life. Barney was pre-deceased by his older brother, Hiro and older sister, Asa. At Barney’s request there will be no service. His ashes will be scattered on Yellow Lake, a favourite fishing spot, sometime during this upcoming summer.

HAMALIUK, Helene Helene HAMALIUK of Summerland passed away March 31, 2014 at the age of 92. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Gerald (Alexandra), Michael (Mary), Alan, Don (Joan), Judy Halldorson (Cam), Sue May (Bill); her grandchildren Larysa (Craig), Tony (Cherie), Tyler, Alexander, Joseph, Anita, Rob, Kassie, Jesse, Jonina, Brittney, Stacie, Kalene, Jacob, and Shaina; her greatgrandchildren Brett, Dylan, Kylan, Dallas and Sienna. She was predeceased by her husband Bill in 2008. Helene will also be sadly missed by her sisters and brother and many friends she enjoyed spending time with. Helene was born near Andrew, AB and spent her childhood on the family farm. She began her teaching career after graduating from Normal School in Edmonton. She married Bill in 1944 and began her other career as a devoted mother of 6 children. Bill and Helene “retired” to Summerland in 1974, but they soon began working harder than ever hauling fresh tree-ripened fruit to sell in Alberta. Helene always looked forward to family get-togethers where her wonderful cooking skills were enjoyed by all. She also loved to knit, play cards, dance and was especially proud of her Ukrainian heritage. A memorial service will be held near Andrew, AB at a later date. Memorial tributes may be made to Penticton & District Hospice Society PO Box 1105, Penticton, BC V2A 6J6 or a charity of your choosing. Condolences may be directed to the family by visiting www.hansonsfuneral.ca

Kitchen Staff Required Fulltime 4-on 4-off food services position at a 22 unit Supportive Living Facility. Responsible for all aspects of providing food services (preparation, serving, cleanup & other related duties). Food service industry and senior’s facility setting experience an asset. For information package, including a job description, email: parkdaleinfo@shaw.ca or phone: (250) 494-1161, Monday-Friday 9:00am to 1:00pm. Apply, with cover letter, resume and references to 100–9302 Angus Street, Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z5, fax: (250) 494-1137 or email: parkdaleadmin@ shaw.ca (Closing date for applications– April 22nd, 2014). Visit our website: www.parkdaleplace.ca

Be Part of Our Team.

Carriers Needed

2 Days a Week - Early Mornings

The Penticton Western News has Routes available in these areas for Wednesday & Friday:

• Summerland For more info please call 250-492-0444 Ext: 219 or 205 or email:

circulation@pentictonwesternnews.com Home Delivery available

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Unique Opportunity

Black Press has a very unique opportunity for the right person.

We currently have an opening for a sales person to help us with our paid distribution newspapers across B.C. This position means getting out in the community and talking to subscribers about our newspapers and working to build stronger relationships with existing readers of our newspapers. It also includes finding new subscribers for our newspapers and helping introduce them our award winning host of community newspapers. This is not a year-around position and will run from March to October each year. We offer a spectacular compensation package and bonus incentives. Your own vehicle is required, but we cover all travel expenses. This is really a great opportunity for the right person. It is a different type of job, but definitely has different types of rewards. If you feel this position would be the perfect fit for you, then we would love to hear from you. Please email all enquiries to Michelle Bedford at circulation@trailtimes.ca.

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Employment

Services

Pets & Livestock

Help Wanted

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Trades, Technical

Legal Services

Poultry

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Started Pullets 17 weeks just starting to lay brown eggs. $12.00 each. 250-308-7972.

Housekeeper Needed In Summerland Reliable, flexible person required for a part time housekeeping position (three days per week) for an 83 unit Supportive Living complex. Responsible for all aspects of providing weekly housekeeping services, including laundry. Previous experience working in a senior’s facility setting an asset. Information package & job description, available by email: parkdaleinfo@ shaw.ca or phone: (250) 494-1161, Monday-Friday, 9am to 1pm. Submit a reply with cover letter, resume and references to 100–9302 Angus Street, Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z5 or fax to: (250) 494-1137 or email: parkdaleadmin@shaw.ca Closing date April 22nd, 2014 Visit our website: www.parkdaleplace.ca

SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT

WANTED: SERVICE TECHNICIAN - SUNNY THOMPSON REGION. Kamloops dealership is currently accepting applications for full-time Journeyman & Apprentice RV Technicians. All applicants must have direct RV experience, possess own tools, have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and take great pride in the work they perform. It is our goal to provide an exceptional customer experience for all our clients. We place great emphasis on customer satisfaction and quality workmanship and need people who will help us maintain this goal. We truly care about our employees and provide a positive, happy work environment with competitive wages and benefits. Requirements: - Possess Own Tools - Be Journeyman/Red Seal or period 1, 2, 3 Registered Apprentice RV Technician - Possess Valid Class 5 BCDL (Air/51 Endorsement an asset) - Excellent attendance - Self-motivated team player - Keen attention to detail - Maintain a positive attitude under pressure - Committed to lifelong learning If this sounds like a good fit and you possess the above mentioned qualifications we want to hear from you. How to Apply: With resume and references to: Attention: Service Manager By Email: service@jubileerv.com By Fax: (250) 851-9775 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

The District of Summerland will be hiring students for the period of May to August 2014. To be eligible, students must have attended college or university during the last school term and be returning to their studies in the subsequent year. The total hourly rate of pay is $14.21 per hour. Students will be working 40 hours per week and will assist with landscaping operations including maintenance of green spaces, boulevards, playing ﬁelds, parks, playgrounds, and washroom facilities. Applicants should submit their resume no later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, 2014 to: Summer Student Work, District of Summerland Works and Utilities, Box 159, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0 or email hr@summerland.ca

Financial Services

Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Kelowna terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/ training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package.

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract & details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Call 604-968-5488 Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.

Professional/ Management EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR South Okanagan Women in Need Society (Penticton) See full job posting, job description and application instructions at www.sowins.com

Trades, Technical ATTENTION: Utility Tree Workers. Quad L Enterprises Ltd. is looking for Certified Utility Arborists and Slasher Operators. Full time work. Email hr@isley.ca or fax 780-532-1250

Financial Services

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Req. at Canuck Mechanical in Prince George. Must have exp. doing service work & be proficient with trouble shooting heating systems & plumbing problems. Top wages & beneﬁts Email resume to: canuckm@telus.net

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

Handypersons Bill’s Handyman Service. “No Job Too Small” Fencing, Decks, Landscaping, Cleanup & Removal, Small moves. 250-494-7267 Summerland

Landscaping

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HUGE SELECTION - LOWEST PRICES Rebuilt Appliances with Full Warranties

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

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Screened Topsoil - $25 yard. 6 yard minimum for free delivery. Dave Knight Trucking. 250-490-7652. Trevor’s Lawn Cutting. Lawn cutting $20+; power raking & aerating $60+. Yard cleanup. WCB insured. 250-490-0058

Painting & Decorating Residential painting. Small jobs welcome. Heather Ross 250-494-7697

Auctions HUGE AUCTION - BUSINESS LIQUIDATION - SAT April 12th @ 10AM - Viewing 8AM10AM - 306 Dawson Ave. PENTICTON - Commercial Woodworking Manufacturer Machines, forklifts, stock, tools, dust removal, office, sample kitchens, ENTIRE PLANT - OVER 25,000 sq. ft. MUST BE SOLD - UNRESERVED - www.westernstarauctions.com MIKE 250-2123418

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Fertilizers

2 Coats Any Colour

Aged horse manure for sale. No straw, no sawdust. 1 truckload delivered $45, load by yourself $15, we load $25 or fill your own bag $2.50 Call 250-494-0506

3 Rooms For $299, (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

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ME Y www.doctorwiens.com O FIND NT NEMPLOYMENT L 250-494-3321 T T T E P N N 106-13615 Victoria Rd. N. M M E E E IN CLASSIFIEDS E M M M OY OTHE Y Y Y L O O P PL NT MPL ENT MPL E Advertise your Pete’s M E OYM E OYM E NT Massage T Business HERE L L ENT YME N P P E M M E for only NT E LOYM PTLO LOYM E M $20 per week YM T EMP MEEN EMP O L Y N $40 for minutes P + 50 GST. O , E T T M L N N M E Everything looking T MEis 5177 Eden Road E Nfor MP re NETyou (10 week commitment) M OY inMEthe E L Y Y classifieds! P O NTOYM LO Y L 250-274-4634 M Call Jo @ 250.494.5406 O P P E E L L M M P M P E OYEM E EM L CAREER OPPORTUNITIES CA Massage therapy for athletes and active agers. FRT and Fascial stretching. Stay on top of your game

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Summerland Medicine Centre Pharmacy - Doug Mailey, Pharmacist - Al Fabbi, Pharmacist - Ron Little, Pharmacist

FREE DELIVERY #100-13009 Rosedale Ave. Pharmacy: 250-494-0531 Monday - Thursday: 9am - 7:30pm Friday: 9am - 7pm Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 12pm - 4pm

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FREE PRESCRIPTION DELIVERIES 10108 Jubilee Road 250-494-3155 Convenient Hours: Open Mon. - Fri.: 8:30 am - 9 pm Sat: 9 am - 6 pm Sun & Holidays: 10 am - 6 pm

SUMMERLAND FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Licensed Chiropractor since 1998

Dr. Shane Carlson

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

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Merchandise for Sale

Transportation

Fertilizers

Auto Accessories/Parts

Bagged sheep manure. $3 per large bag. Please call 250-494-8660.

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SERVICE & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

Free Items Free in Summerland. One bin load of pellets for pellet stove. Phone 250-494-9113.

Misc. for Sale

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STEEL BUILDINGS. Hot savings - Spring sale! 20x24 $4,348. 25x24 $4,539. 30x30 $6,197. 32x36 $7,746. 40x46 $12,116. 47x72 $17,779. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. Or online: www.pioneersteel.ca STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

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Misc. Wanted We pay cash! Bring in your unwanted jewelry, gold dental crowns, silverware, war medals, Canadian and US silver coins to Summerland Gold and Silver Exchange. 13209 Victoria Road. Locally owned and operated. 778-516-5888.

Our classified ads are on the net! Check it out at www.bcclassified.com Musical Instruments GUITAR & UKULELE LESSONS

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Cars - Domestic

#3-13604 VICTORIA ROAD NORTH

1995 Ford Taurus. Runs well; good valley car. $500 firm. Phone 250-494-9877.

Cannery Shoe Repair & Western Wear

WE SELL BOOTS! fairview road penticton • 250-492-5501 307-1475

Boats 12 ft modern fiberglass fishing boat; weighs about 130 lbs. $475. Phone 250-494-7267

Brad’s Small Engine Repair Summerland, Since 1994

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• Lawn mowers • Trimmers • Chain saws • ATV’s • Out boards • Dirt bikes (pickup/delivery)

250-494-4202 Summerland residents turn to the pages of this paper to ﬁnd professional and reliable local companies and service providers. To add it to your marketing mix, call 250-494-5406

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Talented actors appear on stage Last week Centre Stage was alive with amusing, romantic vignettes set in the mythical community of Almost Maine. Starting April 10 Centre Stage will be transformed back to ancient Greece as the Grade 12 Acting Class perform Metamorphosis. This play is based on Ovid’s Greek tales and features a contemporary retelling of classic Greek myths. It will be at Centre Stage Theatre Thursday, April 10,

Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12. Admission is by donation. Curtain time is 7 p.m. As everyone who attended the recent production of Bonnie and Clyde can attest we are blessed with very talented actors in our local high school so if you have the opportunity drop by Centre Stage Theatre for some Greek myths. If, however, you are interested in a play set in recent times consider attending Many Hats

Theatre Company’s production of Boeing Boeing. Boeing Boeing is the story of Bernard a successful architect (played by Paul Varga) in swinging ’60s Paris. Bernard is also very successful with the ladies. In fact, he juggles the hearts of three air hostesses who jet in and out of his groovy bachelor pad: Gloria, Gabriella, and Gretchen, AKA America, Italy and Germany. (Tammy Hansel, Shannon French, and

Kim Burnett.) Bernard is aided and abetted by his housekeeper Berthe (Jane Pilkey) and his best Buddy Robert (Andrew Zender.) As frequently happens when new technology is introduced, everything isn’t quite the same when Boeing introduces a new faster jet. It is then that Bernard’s precise romantic timetable goes hysterically off course and turbulence looms. This play, by French playwright

and master of the farce, Marc Camoletti, opens on the Cannery Stage in the Cannery Trade Centre, 1475 Fairview Rd., Penticton Thursday, April 10 and runs Thursday through Sundays until May 4. You can get tickets at the Wine Country Visitor’s Centre at Railway and Eckhardt or by calling 250-276-2170. For those who

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ARTS PALETTE

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live

music

Lindsey Walker will be at Sumac Ridge this Friday, April 11. Tickets are $20. Contact Sumac Ridge Winery for reservations or more details. The Arts Palette column is written by David Finnis, publicity chair and president of the Summerland Community Arts Council, P.O. Box 1217, 9533 Main St., Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z0.

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Cancer fundraiser

Lillian Thomson, right, presents Mayor Janice Perrino with a daffodil pin for the Canadian Cancer Society’s annual Cancer Month promotion in April. Boxes with the daffodil pins are available around the community.

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Daffodil pins available during cancer fundraiser Boxes of daffodil pins have been set out at locations around the community for the Canadian Cancer Society’s Cancer Month promotion in April. Lillian Thomson, a Summerland volunteer with the Canadian Cancer Society, said she and volunteers May Lalonde, Nellie Johansen and Shirley Troubridge had the boxes placed at 14 locations around the community. The Canadian Cancer Society started in Summerland in 1938 and closed last year. The four Summerland volunteers continue to work with

fundraising efforts to benefit the society. The Daffodil Month fundraiser is a national initiative from the Canadian

Cancer Society. There are more than 200 types of cancer. In 2013, 23,700 British Columbians were diagnosed with

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