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Park access limited Longboarding event cancelled due to fire danger by John Arendt

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Because of the extreme fire hazard, there will be less activity than usual on Giant’s Head Mountain. The Summerland Fire Department has restricted motor vehicle access on the narrow, winding road

in Giant’s Head Mountain Park and the annual Giant’s Head Freeride longboarding event has been cancelled. The road closure took effect July 18 in an effort to limit the risk of personcaused fires in the park. Fire chief Glenn Noble said the last time Giant’s Head Mountain Park was closed to vehicle traffic was in 2003, during one

of the most devastating fire seasons in the region. Hikers are still allowed in the park, but Noble said further restrictions could be put in place unless fire hazard conditions change. On Monday, the longboarding competition was also cancelled. “This wasn’t an easy decision, but for the safety of the community and

the public, it was the right thing to do,” Noble said. “I think the risk is too great.” While the temperatures had cooled over the weekend, the community did not receive much-needed precipitation. As a result, the fire danger rating is unchanged. “If we don’t get some significant rain in the next little while, I fore-

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see closures being more extensive,” he said. Mayor Janice Perrino said the longboarding event would have brought around 100 participants to the community. She added that the event organizers had been gracious and professional when the decision was made to cancel this year’s event.

All-terrain vehicle enthusiasts from around the province gathered near Summerland for a jamboree last week.

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Fires banned

Campfires are prohibited in Summerland and the region as a result of extremely dry conditions.

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Sun safety

Information on reducing the risk of skin cancer will be presented at the beach.

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Water wise

Okanagan residents are urged to take a pledge to use water responsibly.

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Ultraman race

A grueling three-day test of endurance will conclude in Summerland.

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Single vehicle accident

One person was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries following a single vehicle accident on Highway 97 south of Summerland on Tuesday morning. Police are continuing to investigate the accident.

Transit ridership increases by John Arendt

Passengers continue to use Summerland’s scheduled transit service, according to statistics from B.C. Transit. The statistics show a ridership increase of 33.4 per cent over last year. The transit service was introduced Oct. 28, 2013 with service in Summer-

land and to Penticton. “Since local transit service was introduced in the District of Summerland last October, residents have shown that it’s a service they appreciate,” said Dan Ashton, MLA for the riding of Penticton. “A 33 per cent increase in ridership in less than a year is an impressive uptake.”

Meribeth Burton, a corporate representative of B.C. Transit, said the increase in use is significant. “This is a system that’s performing like a mature system,” she said, explaining that the amount of use is similar to transit systems which have been in place much longer.

“What we’ve introduced is extremely popular,” she said. On Tuesday morning, B.C. Transit officials had the Transit Future Bus in Summerland during the country market in an attempt to draw feedback from the community. B.C. Transit officials will later make recommendations to the muni-

cipality for possible service enhancements. Local governments are responsible for transit routes, schedules and fares. When the transit service was introduced last year, the cost to the municipality was estimated at between $48,000 and $54,000 a year. See MUNICIPALITY Page 3

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POLICE REPORT Two arrested for vehicle theft

On Sunday afternoon, a man and woman were arrested in Summerland, following the pursuit of a vehicle stolen from Keremeos. The vehicle was abandoned near the trestle bridge. A police dog was used to track the occupants. The Penticton man and woman are suspects in other vehicle thefts and thefts from vehicles. The man is still in custody while the woman was released on a promise to appear in court.

Broken glass found

On Sunday, police were called after broken glass was found placed on playground equipment at Powell Beach. The Summerland Parks and Recreation department was called to clean it up.

Break and enter reported

On July 16, police were called following a break and enter at a secured section of a Main Street business. The incident is believed to have occurred two days earlier. The storage area was entered. Money and laptop computers were stolen. Police are continuing their investigation.

ATV convoy

All-terrain vehicle riders from around the province rode from the Crump recreation site to Summerland Sweets for an ice cream run on Thursday evening. The run was part of the Off the Grid 2014 Jamboree, hosted by the Summerland ATV Club.

Water conservation efforts urged

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Their neighbours were aghast when they scraped away the front lawn and replaced it with sand, peat moss and a pile of big rocks, admits dietician and fibre artist Janet Armstrong of Vernon. It was 1992 and no one in the Okanagan had even heard of xeriscape. Her partner, Lloyd Davies, is the passionate gardner. “Lawns take time, water and energy, so I wanted to look at alternatives,” he said. “As a science guy, I recognize that we live in a semi-desert, so it

just made sense. Anyway, flowers are prettier than lawn.” A retired Okanagan College biology professor, Davies grew up in Peachland so he knows how naturally dry the valley is, and is familiar with the droughttolerant plants that grow on the hillsides — outside irrigated yards and farms. Some of those native plants, including saskatoons, columbines, bitterroot, balsamroot, nodding onions, chocolate lilies, penstemons and a variety of grasses, have found their way

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into various corners of their colourful landscape, surrounding their renovated 1940s-era home. Today, that xeriscaped front yard is a riot of lush growth and colour that they enjoy year-round from their verandah and windows. And, other than a little handwatering in mid-summer, they never use the hose on it. It’s a different matter in their vegetable garden, but it has been built carefully and situated for maximum water retention and sunlight, and much of its moisture comes from rain barrels that catch runoff from the roof at each downspout. Davies has also built a sturdy complex of compost boxes, filling them with yard and kitchen trimmings, and using the result to fertilize and mulch all his garden beds, conserving natural moisture around each plant in the process. They planted a drought-tolerant lawn in back that goes dormant in sum-

mer, staying green – but not growing or requiring water. With 24 per cent of all Okanagan water used on household lawns and gardens, and less water available per person than anywhere in Canada, valley residents are encouraged to reduce outdoor water use this summer. Take the pledge to Make Water Work at www.MakeWaterWork.ca and enter to win $5,000 in WaterWise yard upgrades. Take the pledge to: o Water plants. Not pavement. o Water between dusk and dawn. o Leave lawn five to eight centimetres (two to three inches) tall. o Leave grass clippings as mulch. o Top dress with compost. o Change out some lawn for droughttolerant turf and/or native and low-water variety plants. Make Water Work is an initiative of the Okanagan Basin Water Board and its Okanagan WaterWise program.

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Campfires banned by John Arendt

Following a campfire ban in the region, the municipality has banned campfires within Summerland. The ban took effect July 16 at noon. Fire chief Glenn Noble said the open fire ban was implemented to reduce the risk of person-caused fires. Recent hot and dry weather has resulted in an extreme fire danger rating.

While the ban prohibits open burning, campers are still able to use gas and propane stoves and briquettes. Campfire bans are implemented almost every year during hot and dry conditions, but Noble said the early date for this year’s ban is unusual. Last year, the fire ban came into effect at the end of July. There have been numerous small fires in the region so far

this year, including fires in the Okanagan to the north and south of Summerland. “Most of the fires have been started by people,” Noble said. Kayla Pepper, fire information officer with the Kamloops Fire Centre, said the conditions in the region range from high to extreme. There have been some significant fire seasons in the Okanagan, including the 2003 season when

conditions were extremely dry. More recently, there have been serious fires in Peachland and West Kelowna in the last few years. In the region, crews are battling several fires. The Smith Creek fire near West Kelowna is 260 hectares in size and is 60 per cent contained. The Jura fire, west of Summerland along the PrincetonSummerland road, is

estimated at 460 hectares. It is 90 per cent contained. South of Penticton, the Boot Hill fire is 101 hectares in size and 60 per cent contained. A fire on Apex Mountain is 345 hectares in size and is 75 per cent contained. An evacuation order is in effect for the Smith Creek fire, while evacuation alerts are in effect for Jura and Apex Mountain.

Restrictions expected to continue Until the region receives a significant change in the fire risk, the campfire bans in Summerland and in the region will continue. Kayla Pepper, fire information officer with the Kamloops Fire Centre, said there are standards in place before a fire ban is issued. She said three consecutive days of high to extreme fire risk, without a change in conditions forecast, will result in a fire ban. Last week, the Kamloops Fire Centre issued a ban in

the region while the municipality followed suit with a ban on campfires in Summerland. While the ban is in place, campers can still use stoves which use gas, propane or briquettes. The stoves must meet CSA or ULA approval. Before the ban is lifted, the fire hazard must drop significantly. A sudden heavy rain will not change fire hazard conditions as much as a number of days of more moderate but steady precipitation, she said.

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Discussing transit options

Maria Lockley, left, of B.C. Transit, discusses options for public transportation with Elizabeth and Julius Borhi at the transit information bus on Tuesday morning. B.C. Transit officials have had the bus in the area to gain public input about bus service.

Municipality will evaluate bus service Continued from Page 1

Mayor Janice Perrino said the municipality will evaluate the service later this year, after the scheduled bus service has been in operation for a full year. Depending on the evaluation, service enhancements may be introduced. The initial service has service to and from Penticton four times a day, Monday to Friday. The scheduled bus service does not

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Transit growth When Summerland’s scheduled transit service was introduced in late October, few expected the strong positive response this service has received. Officials at B.C.Transit have seen a high level of ridership in the new service, with numbers closer to the use seen in communities with older, more established bus service. This response is despite a limited schedule. The bus service operates during the day Monday to Friday, with no evening, weekend or holiday service. When a service is in demand to this degree, it is time to consider whether the service should be expanded and if so, what changes are needed. From the beginning, the need for evening and weekend service has been discussed. Some have also suggested schedule changes, since they have not been able to make the existing timetable work for their needs. B.C. Transit officials have been asking for community feedback about the existing bus service. Later, the transit agency will make some recommendations to the municipality. However, it is up to the municipality to determine how the service will operate. While the service has proved popular, it is important to remember that a portion of the cost comes from the municipal budget. The full amount of this cost will be known after a study of the first year of transit service is completed. Earlier, when the service was introduced, the municipality’s cost was estimated at $48,000 to $54,000 a year. If the service is to expand, it will require a larger contribution from the municipality. The municipality’s contribution will come from tax dollars. Balancing the public’s desire for an expanded service with the cost to the public will prove challenging. If Summerlanders want an expanded bus service, it will come at a cost. If the goal is to avoid tax increases, service increases would be unlikely.

The ATV Jamboree held at the Crump campground last week brought numerous ATV users to the region. Some will likely return to discover more of the area than they were able to see during the few days of the gathering. Tourism events such as this one, the granfondo, the bluegrass jamboree and many more can bring visitors to the community. They can also help promote Summerland as a vacation destination.

B.C. back in black, deep in debt VICTORIA – When the audited public accounts confirmed a $353 million surplus for the last fiscal year, B.C. Liberal political staff were quick to remind reporters of the NDP’s main theme from last year’s election campaign. Pages of election quotes from almost every NDP MLA were waiting to be distributed. It was a “bogus budget,” one of the more polite Tom Fletcher tags applied to the government’s pre-election fiscal plan. “It underestimates the costs in a whole bunch of ministries and we’re going to have to review that because all of the decisions that we propose in our platform will have to be implemented,” said then-leader Adrian Dix, describing the NDP’s plans to tax and spend more. Skeena MLA Robin Austin targeted health care in the budget debate: “Bearing in mind that our population is actually increasing, bearing in mind that our population is aging, I think it’s very unrealistic to think we can actually limit health care expenditures to 2.7 per cent.” As it turned out, health care spending grew by just over two per cent. It still went up by $360 million from the previous year, but after annual increases of six or seven per cent had become the norm, this is quite

an achievement. New agreements remain to be negotiated with doctors and nurses, so we’re unlikely to see the same cost control results for the current year. Ottawa’s health care transfer payment formula has changed, and increases are to be capped at three per cent a year by 2016, so this is the kind of spending restraint all provinces are expected to produce. Education was the only other ministry to receive significant extra funding last year, up $299 million despite continuing enrolment decline. Like health, the education budget goes up every year, and these increases, along with strong student performance results, expose the rhetoric of the B.C. Teachers’ Federation about a cash-starved system for what it is. But the biggest fabrication of last year ’s election was the “debt free B.C.” slogan emblazoned on the side of Premier Christy Clark’s campaign bus. The public accounts confirm that the province’s total debt rose to just over $60 billion, the latest of a series of increases since 2008. The much-touted balanced budget is on the operating side, while the province continues to pile up debt to pay for the Port Mann mega-project, hospitals, schools and other big infrastructure. Finance Minister Mike de Jong emphasized the difference between capital and operating

expenditures. “We’re borrowing to build as opposed to paying for the groceries,” he said. “Debt free B.C.” was not an outright misrepresentation, merely one of the most farfetched promises ever delivered in the history of B.C. politics. The legislature is to convene in October so the B.C. Liberals can pass a taxation framework for the nascent liquefied natural gas industry, which the government hopes will generate the revenues to ultimately pay off the province’s $60-billion mortgage. Meanwhile there is more capital debt ahead. The cabinet is expected to green-light the Site C dam on the Peace River this fall, a decade-long project estimated to cost $8 billion. Along with the public accounts, the finance ministry released a list of surplus land sales. The sale of 50-odd properties, some of them closed schools, netted the provincial treasury about $310 million, which accounts for most of the surplus. Was this “selling off the family silverware to try and balance the books,” as now-NDP leader John Horgan termed it before the election? It’s certainly not a revenue source to be matched next year. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc. Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

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Each summer, thousands of hectares of British Columbia forests are destroyed as a result of person-caused wildfires. A campfire ban this year has been implemented earlier than in past years, but campfires are not the only cause of wildfires. A carelessly discarded cigarette butt or a hot automobile exhaust in tall, dry grass can also cause wildfires. It is important to be careful around fire at any time of year, but especially now, when the danger rating is high to extreme.

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Courtesy signs installed along trail Dear Editor: Visitors to the KVR Trail in Faulder will find new heritage signs with the designation “KVR Trail Summerland to Princeton.” The Summerland Trans Canada Trail logo has been added to those of the Prov-

ince of British Columbia and of RDOS, who now maintains the KVR Trail in our area. In addition large courtesy signs were installed just before the ATV Jamboree took place. These signs were designed jointly by

the province, the Summerland ATV Club and the Summerland TCT Society. Their purpose is to set out rules for the shared use of the trail by pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders and off-road vehicles.

The Summerland TCT Society supported the installation of these signs on a trial basis west of Faulder. We will monitor how effective they are in minimizing conflict between motorized and nonmotorized users.

A report will be provided in October which may result in changes. Unfortunately, the RDOS also installed the courtesy signs along a trail section between Faulder and the Summerland KVR Station. We cannot support

this because here the TCT trail follows a narrow, windy trail close to acreages and residences. For this reason it is designated for nonmotorized use in the RDOS trails master plan. Please help us assess the impact of

the signs by sharing your trail experience. You can either call the RDOS help line or email us at summerlandtrails@gmail. com. Henry Sielmann, president Summerland TCT Society Summerland

THE EARLY YEARS

The colours of summer

Photo courtesy of the Summerland Museum

The summer of 1940 provided optimum conditions for Lee McLaughlan’s gladiolas. His gladiola farm in Trout Creek was a burst of colour appreciated by everyone who passed by and it was most certainly also visible from the top of Giant’s Head. Though the photo is black and white, one can imagine the beauty of the multicoloured display. The gladiola farm may be gone but Summerland is still awash with colour. Great summer weather, a fabulous lake and so much colour—yup, Okanagan paradise.

Garbage Plan shows emergency response collection schedule should change Dear Editor: Once again we’re in the middle of the perennial whine-fest about bears being attracted to garbage left out the night before pickup. Where I live, most driveways are anywhere from 150 metres to half a kilometre long. To expect someone to run their garbage up these driveways before 7 a.m. borders on ridiculous.

Families are too busy arising and getting ready for work, school, daycare, etc. The answer is simple: Evening garbage collection, say after 6 p.m. This gives people time to return from work and school and get the garbage out prior to dinner and any evening activities. Derek Lenk Summerland

Dear Editor: A recent editorial by the provincial fire fighters union president makes several claims about the provincial pre-hospital health care system that require clarification so readers can have a balanced perspective. To ensure that both ambulance and first responder (fire department) resources are dispatched appropriately, and the public isn’t at risk from emergency vehicles driving at high speeds unnecessarily, B.C. Emergency Health Services undertook its fifth review of its Resource Allocation Plan in 2013. The RAP outlines

which resources to assign to each medical call received and how they should respond — lights and siren or routine. Our evidencebased review found that there is no clinical benefit for patients to have first responders dispatched for several of the call types that they currently attend. A formal consensus among EMS physicians is that only patients in cardiac or respiratory arrest, or those having total airway obstruction, benefit from a rapid ambulance response. An ambulance is still sent to every call in B.C., however, they are responding with-

out lights and siren more often. Ambulance dispatchers assess the patient’s condition over the phone and prioritize every call for service – people with life-threatening conditions get the fastest response with the highest trained paramedics available. When appropriate, dispatchers notify first responders that there is a patient that would benefit from having fire fighters provide first aid as soon as possible. This notification occurs in seconds, not minutes as stated. First responders remain able to upgrade the call if they have concerns

about the ambulance response. With these changes, ambulances are getting to critically ill or injured patients faster and those with non-life threatening conditions have been waiting only a few minutes more on average. An EMS expert reviewed the process used to update the RAP and found that the methodology was consistent with contemporary best practices nationally and internationally, used robust clinical evidence, and is superior to the processes used in many major EMS systems. BCEHS continues to monitor the RAP changes — which

have only been implemented for ambulances so far, not first responders — on a system-wide basis and review individual calls when the response was questioned. To date there have been no negative clinical patient outcomes attributed to the RAP changes. BCEHS greatly values the role of first responders and will continue to work on strengthening this partnership using medical evidence and facts to enhance care and service for patients. William Dick, MD, MSc, FRCPC Vice President, Medical Programs BCEHS

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Information available for banners Dear Editor: Thank you for your article on the Street Banner Project honouring Summer-

land’s fallen service personnel. The website www. summerlandbanners.com features a

picture(if available) and short article for each person that would qualify to be honoured with a ban-

ner. The website also indicates those individuals that have had a banner printed for them.

This is an easy way for those people considering sponsoring a banner to research which banners are

still available along with the background for that veteran. John Dorn Summerland

Train operation

Engineer Eric Cooper takes the controls at the Kettle Valley Steam Railway’s tourist train. The train’s scheduled rides and train robberies have become popular attractions for visitors to the community.

Make Your Home Safe for Independent Living Are you a low-income senior or a person with a disability who wants to live safely and independently in the comfort of your home? Do you have difficulty performing day-to-day activities? Does your home need to be adapted to meet your changing needs? If so, you may be eligible for financial assistance under the Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program. Find out today if you are eligible and if you meet all of the requirements as a low-income homeowner or as a landlord applying on behalf of an eligible tenant. To apply or learn more, visit

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Solution needed to keep dog Dear Editor: I have been residing in the Marilyn Estates mobile home park for almost 21 years. During this time I have had several dogs in my life. My elderly dog Angel passed away almost three years ago. Since her passing, I have been blessed with a new dog which I have had for two years. His name is Bow. He is my constant companion, my guardian, the one I share all my fear, sadness, laughs and smiles with. Soon I will be losing this as I have been given an ultimatum from the new park manager. If I keep my dog, I must leave my home of 21 years or get rid of my best friend. Looking for ideas to help me keep my home and my best friend. Lorraine Harris Summerland

HAFI Funds Home Modifications for Disabled Man When Lorie and Walter bought their home in Port Alberni 13 years ago they slowly began renovating the unfinished basement to accommodate Walter’s changing needs as his muscular dystrophy advanced. “The basement was a black hole when we moved in,” recalled Walter. “After 12 years of skimping and saving, we made the downstairs completely wheelchair accessible, except for the bathroom. It was way too small. I could only stand for about a minute and a half without collapsing in the shower stall and I could no longer pull myself out of the tub in the upstairs’ bathroom, even with Lorie’s help.” Through funding from BC Housing’s Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program, Walter and Lorie were able to work with a contractor to transform the space. A wall was removed to make room for a wheelin shower with benches, grab bars were installed, and the vanity and fixtures were relocated.

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“ I just slide into the shower now,” said Walter. “I feel safer and no longer dread trying to wash myself. What was previously a dangerous chore for me is now a welcome treat.” Walter and Lorie hope to spend the rest of their lives in their home. The HAFI program provides financial assistance to help eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities adapt their homes so they can continue to live independently.

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Sharon Blaney, former bylaw officer for the District of Summerland, presents two cheques totalling $880 made out to Agur Lake Camp to Mirjana Komljenovic, representing the camp. During a conference of License Inspectors and Bylaw Officers Association of B.C. at the Summerland Waterfront Resort in June, Gary Ellis, conference organizer, received donations totalling $630 for presentation to ALC. John Popple of the Municipal Law Enforcement Officers Association of Ontario Inc. pledged an additional $250. Ellis chose Agur Lake Camp as charity of choice because it is a good cause and it’s local. Agur Lake Camp, located in the mountains 20 kilometres west of Summerland is a totally accessible wilderness camp designed for families who have a member with special needs. The camp operates from June to September each summer.

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This is a great question, and is more involved that you may think. There are several types of x-rays and all for different purposes. The most common use of x-rays is to detect decay. Depending on your susceptibility to decay, I would recommend x-rays every 12-30 months. Another use of x-rays is to evaluate bone level, and these I recommend every 1-3 years. I also review previously completed root canal treatments with x-rays, and these are helpful every 3-5 years. If wisdom teeth are present or if we need to remove a tooth, I often recommend a panoramic x-ray. This same type of x-ray can also be useful to evaluate lesions, developing teeth, nerves, sinuses, joints, previous dentistry and infection. If a patient is interested in orthodontics there are two other x-rays I like to evaluate before we begin changing the position of the teeth. If I am planning to replace teeth with an implant I recommend a 3D scan.

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seen as a protective measure by some, Harris said a tan does not provide protection. A tan has the equivalent of a sun protection rating of SPF 2 to 4. The recommendation for good sun protection is to use a sunscreen with a factor of at least SFP 15. She added that those in the sun should seek shade and reduce the time they are in the sun between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Joanne Malar, program coordinator for the municipality’s recreation department, said attitudes have changed in recent years. in the 1980s and 1990s, tanning was more popular and efforts were made to darken the colour of the skin. “People are more wise now. The information is out there,” Malar said.

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ATV Jamboree

The Summerland ATV Club hosted the Off the Grid 2014 Jamboree last week. On Thursday, participants rode to Summerland Sweets for an ice cream run in the evening.

ATV enthusiasts gather for jamboree by Carla McLeod Special to the Review

Approximately 150 all-terrain vehicle enthusiasts attended the Off the Grid 2014 Jamboree from July 15 to 20.

The event took place at the Crump Recreation site west of Faulder. It was hosted by the Summerland ATV Club and held in conjunction with the ATV B.C annual general meeting. “Our club and vol-

unteers were praised to no end, from all the people that were there,” said Phillip Young, the Summerland club’s president. “They said it was one of the best jamborees they’ve been to in years. It was wonder-

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Several different permits had to be in place in order to hold the jamboree. One such permit was a parade permit, in order for them to make an ice cream run. Approximately 90 people on 67 quads rode on the main roads from Faulder to Summerland Sweets on Thursday evening. Summerland RCMP officers assisted with traffic control. Guided rides to local lakes and areas in the hills around Summerland were held every day, including a night ride and a poker run. After the general meeting on Saturday, a barbecue was held. “Our club members got together and we held an off the grid dinner,” Young said. “We had four barbecues all lined up. We had ribs and chicken kabobs, salads, baked potatoes, buns and desserts. People said that was one of the best dinners they’ve ever had.” Safety concerns were also addressed. A water truck and firefighting equipment were on site in the event of a fire breaking out. There was a strict no open flame policy in place even before the campfire ban was issued. A first aid attendant was also present. When out riding the trails, the riders

were in radio contact with each other and the motto was, “We are not leaving anyone behind, no matter what the cause,” said Young. Many local businesses supported the club to help make the event happen. “We had a lot of local people sponsor us,” explained Young. “We incorporated Summerland into this jamboree. When you have to deal with food, water and amenities for this many people, there is a lot of money going to change hands. The motels were booked solid. The spin offs were immense and think of the amount of gas they burned.” As a group the Summerland ATV club also wants to show the community that they are responsible riders. “We want to be able to ride on our land in the province, so by doing this right and showing we are responsible riders, that is what it’s all about. It’s about educating the public on the use of the land and how to use it and to stick to the trails,” said Young. “We want everyone to look at us in a good light.” Young said he is proud to be leader of this pack. “I’m very proud of the people in this club. They should be proud of themselves and what they pulled off.”

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Cooling down

Abie Guzman, left, four years old, and Jayme Guzman, six years old cope with the heat by having a water fight at the water park at Peach Orchard Beach.

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What’s up SUMMERLAND and region

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 250-4909272 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. 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

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p.m. in Penticton at the United Church on Main and Eckhardt, Room 202. Call 250486-5313. SADI youth centre, Thursday, July 24, movie making and cooking at the Legion at 1 p.m. Seniors’ volleyball at the Youth Centre beginning at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. For additional information call Jane or Frank at 250-4944666. Summerland Horseshoe Club is looking for new members. Practices are held in Memorial Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Call Ron Moser at 250-4940450. Summerland Sportsmen’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 Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group meets on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the MS office, 3373 Skaha Rd., Penticton. Everyone welcome. For more information call Sherry at 250-4936564.

Friday

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 250-492-4901 for more information. 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. SADI youth centre, Friday July 25, Fiesta Day at 1 p.m. Atlantis Waterslides at 6 p.m. Tai chi in Memorial

Park, weather permitting, Fridays and Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Contact Nancy at 250494-8902. 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.

Sunday Drop-in co-ed beach volleyball begins at the Peach Orchard court in Summerland every Sunday through July and August. For more info contact Don Gayton at 250-494-1858. 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

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. SADI youth centre, Monday, July 28, Hunger Games at 1 p.m. Please bring your own water gun. 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

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If you would like to have your event listed on this page, please e-mail us at news@ summerlandreview.com, send us a fax at 250494-5453 or drop off your information at the Summerland Review, 13226 Victoria Rd. N, Summerland. The Summerland Review’s website at summerlandreview.com also has an online calendar where you can list your events.

S meets Monday nights at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Summerland Seniors Centre. Contact Darlene at 250-4949310.

Tuesday

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. Penticton Concert Band practices Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members welcome. Intermediate to advanced players. Call Gerald at 250-8092087. Quest Society of Summerland meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at 9700 Brown St. (Parkdale Place). For more information phone Marilyn Topham at 250-494-6434 or Joan Lansdell at 778476-0596. Email questsociety@shaw.ca SADI youth centre, Tuesday, July 29, Scavenger Hunt at 1 p.m. Movie night at 6 p.m. TBA. 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 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. 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.

Thursday, July 24, 2014 Summerland Review 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. Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Jan Carlson at 250-4945112 for more information. SADI youth centre, Wednesday, July 30, Powell Beach day at 1 p.m. Longboarding at 6 p.m. 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 at 250-494-1513.

Upcoming

A Summerland Children’s Choir will be starting in September on Wednesdays after school for children ages six to 12. For more info, contact Linnea Good at 250-494-5111. Just a reminder to all the home owners who want to enter the Summerland Fall Fair Front Lawn contest to get busy and prepare

them now. It is still not too late to get out the pick and shovel and do some major renovations, or to put in some new plants or trees to help make Summerland bloom. Eco-friendly lawns are very much eligible for the first and second prizes of $100 and $50 as well. Don’t forget the necessary pictures of 4x6 to enter the contest. 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. One-to-one dietitian and nurse appointments at Summerland Health Centre, 12815 Atkinson St., are available for people with diabetes or heart disease. The sessions can provide extra help with issues including learning about diabetes or heart health and how to manage the condition; understanding medication and starting or adjusting insulin; meter certification and how to use meter results; setting small, specific goals; tobacco dependence counselling and support in quitting; and solving problems with chronic conditions. To make an appointment call 250-770-3530 or 1-800-707-8550. SADI Drop-In open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Please sign up for special events by leaving a comment on Facebook. 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 info or join Summerland Bakers on Facebook. The Summerland Fruit Tree Project is seeking volunteers. The project collaborates with tree owners looking to get rid of unwanted fruit and organizations within the community who need fresh produce. We pick Tuesdays and Wednesdays most weeks. For more information, to register your tree or to volunteer please call 250-4949722.

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Ultraman athletes compete Three-day event finishes in Summerland

A three-day endurance triathlon in early August will finish in Summerland. The Ultraman Canada triathlon, held over the August long weekend, will bring 29 athletes from six coun-

tries for a 515-kilometre competition. This is the 14th year the triathlon has been held since its inception in 1993. The triathlon begins Aug. 2 with a 10-kilometre swim in Skaha Lake to Sovereign Road near Okanagan Falls.

This is followed by a 144.8-kilometre bike ride over Richter Pass and back in Okanagan Falls. On Aug. 3, the competitors will cycle 274.2 kilometres which includes Penticton, Osoyoos, Okanagan Falls and Princeton.

On Aug. 4, the triathlon concludes with an 84.4-kilometre run from Princeton to Summerland, finishing in Memorial Park. Athletes in this year’s race are from Canada, the United States, Norway, Australia, Spain and Malaysia.

Competitors must have completed an iron-distance race in under 14.5 hours within the past 18 months. This year, for the first time, the event will also include live streaming of selected portions at ultramancanada.com.

SCOREBOARD Golf Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club

On Tuesday, July 8, the ladies held a special combined tournament with the evening ladies club to honour Mary Brough, the past captain, who lost her battle with cancer. Low gross: Doreen Butterworth, 87. Low net: Heather Mayne, 68. First Flight: Low gross Gwen Redfern, 91; runner up Carol Mulligan, 92; low net Lil Smith, 78, runner up Helen Pybus, 79 (countback.) Second Flight: Low gross Sue Eden, 91; runner up Debbie Sticklemier, 95; low net Pat Gartrell, 70; runner up Marg Sharman, 72. Third Flight: Low gross Janis Manders, 103; runner up Norma Chambers, 104; low net Phyllis Moore, 71; runner up Lynne Karaim, 76. KPs: #4 Heather Mayne, #14 Gillian Lynge. Deuce pot: Vijai Vaagen and Heather Mayne On Tuesday, July 15, the Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club played a gross and net event. It was “Beat the Champ” day to raise money for the club’s juniors and zone juniors. No one from the Summerland club beat the champ as her score was really low with a -5.48. The closest was Lil Smith with -2.86. First Flight: First low gross Lil Smith, 86; first low net Vijai Vaagen, 74 by retro; second low gross Gwen Redfern, 88 by retro; second low net Linda Brussee, 74. Second Flight: First low gross Pat Gartrell, 97; First low net Pat Stohl, 74. Third Flight: First low gross Ruth Daviduk, 99; first low net Norma Chambers, 70; second low gross Donna Macewen, 104; second low net Ellen Clay, 74.

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William Rich, 10 years old, works on his goaltending techniques at the Gold in the Net hockey camp at the Summerland Arena. Throughout the summer, numerous hockey schools and camps are held at the arena.

Junior triathlon date changes Black Press

With the B.C. Summer Games taking place in Nanaimo July 17 to 20, the Boston Pizza Junior Triathlon has been bumped to Aug. 22. Race director Troyce Beglaw said the dates

usually change every two years as it normally takes place prior to the Peach Classic Triathlon which is on July 20. “In the past we’ve just always had fewer of the older athletes come,” said Beglaw, adding that he spoke

to Steve King and a few other people about moving the BP Junior Triathlon to the week of Challenge Penticton. Beglaw, who is officiating the triathlon events for the B.C. Summer Games, said in having it part

of Challenge events, it makes it more family oriented and something for the kids to do. However, Beglaw said the triathlon will return to its usual weekend with the Peach Classic. Currently the BP Junior Triathlon has

60 kids signed up and he’s hoping for 150, but he’s not sure if that will happen with other events scheduled around the same time. Entry forms for the triathlon can be found at www.challenge-penticton.com under enter.

The Summerland Senior Men’s Club played on July 17. Bob Fortune fired a 75 to take low gross for the day. Joe Prokopchuk and Stuart Scott shared the low net honours with 69. Five players shared the deuce pot. First Flight: Low gross Bob Fortune, 75’ low net Joe Prokopchuk, 69; second gross Dwain Sandrelli, 78; second net Doug Steinke, 72. Second Flight: Low gross Ron Unger, 86; low net Ken Bridgeman, 71; second gross Reg Crane, 87; second net Frank Davie, 72. Third Flight: Low gross George Carswell, 96; low net Stuart Scott, 69; second gross Jim Donnelly, 97; second net Moe Mellow, 76.

Sumac Ridge Golf Club Senior Men

The Sumac Ridge Golf Club Senior Men played on July 16. Results: Low gross Fern Michaud, 34. Low net Bob Smyth, 28. Birds, Fern Michaud. Closest to pin, Bob Smyth. Longest putt, Fern Michaud.

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Obituaries

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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

Obituaries

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Happy Birthday to our Mom, Eileen Eden who will be 90 years old on Sunday, July 27th Information

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Help Wanted EXPERIENCED PARTS person required for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac

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FOUNTAIN OF Youth Spa and RV Resort Offers more vacation for less money, hot mineral springs, events, activities, fitness, entertainment. www.foyspa.com or 888-8000772.

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PHOTOGRAPHER REQ’D for school photography. Contract position, Aug. 17 to Nov. 15. Must have reliable car, computer skills. Some overnight travel req’d. Training & equip. provided. email resume to: peter@mountainwest.ca

Employment

McCombe, M C b Ri Richard h d

Richard passed away peacefully on July 15, 2014 at the age of 86 years. Richard will be remembered and sadly missed by his wife Phylis, children Richard (Carla), Silvina (Phil), Colleen, Maryan, grandchildren; Ellissa, Meghen, Spencer, Mathew, Amber, Michael, Andrew, sister; Ann Doyle, sister in law; Jacquie Kolter. A quote from the grandkids was our secret family recipe. “His greatness of character was the perfect mix of humour, strength, passion, wisdom, empathy and love”. Dick liked to share stories of Rotary and his travels, as well as his life in Peru and Argentina and reflect on his past mining experiences. This included that he realized the potential of the Toromocho Ore Body in Morococha Peru and was responsible for the original drilling program undertaken for its development. It is expected to be one of the largest open pit mines in the world when it has developed to its fullest potential. A Memorial Service was held on July 19, 2014 at 1:00pm from Providence’s Summerland Chapel, 13205 Rosedale Ave. Summerland, BC. Memorial tributes in Richard’s name may be donated to Moog & Friends Hospice House or to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be directed to the family through providencefuneralhomes.com

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Kathleen J. Davidson, 90, of Surrey, BC passed away on July 7, 2014 at White Rock, BC. A Celebration of Life will be held at Summerland Rosedale Chapel on Friday the 15th of August, 2014 at 2 pm. Providence Funeral Homes are handling the arrangements. A tea is to follow. Kathleen was born on the Isle of Sheppey; town of Sheerness, Kent England. Her family moved to Hayward’s Heath, Sussex where she attended school and later worked in the local bakery. World War II brought a large number of Canadian soldiers to nearby towns and Kath and the love of her life were soon dancing the night away. Kath and George were married before the war ended, settling briefly in Kinistino, Sk. before the couple relocated to Prince Albert, SK. They later moved to Vancouver, BC and after retirement, to Summerland, BC. Kath enjoyed the War Brides Club, loved to dance, was an avid bowler and enjoyed many a card or board game. Kath is preceded in death by her parents, Reginald and Rosina May; her husband George, her sister Beryl Peel, sisters-in-law Mary Thomas and Emily Davidson, daughter-in-law Gwen Davidson and her grandson Luke Davidson. Kath is survived by her daughter Astrid (David) of Courtenay, BC; son Merv of Errington, BC; Son Gary (Pat) of Regina, SK; Son Larry of North Vancouver, BC; son Bruce (Margita) of Surrey, BC; Nine grandchildren Lisa Dufort; Andrea Davidson; Elisabeth Dent; Geordie Dent; Glenny Davidson; Gena Davidson; Garnette Davidson Lewis; Gerri-Anne Davidson; Mandy Davidson Carter; Six great grandchildren, the youngest of which was just born days before Kath’s death. Kath was able to hold the new baby in her arms. Kath is also survived by brothers-in-law Walter Davidson of Prince Albert; Willie Davidson (Shirley) of Shellbrook; sisters-in-law Margaret Boyd of Kinistino, SK and Jan Breault (Len) of Penticton, BC The family wishes to extend their thanks to the Weatherby Pavilion in White Rock for their support in her final days. Condolences may be directed to the family through providencefuneralhomes.com

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Medical/Dental

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Full time Certified Dental Assistant required for team orientated family dental practice. Awesome wage and benefits package. Apply by resume to: 121 N. 1st Avenue, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1Y7, Fax: (250)398-8633 or by E-mail: vitoratos@shaw.ca Visit our website: www.cariboodentalclinic.com

Trades, Technical

Join one of North America’s most respected & fastest growing heavy civil infrastructure contractors. Flatiron has been named Heavy Civil Contractor of the Year in Alberta & has won numerous employer awards. Flatiron Constructors has an immediate need for:

• Formwork Carpenters • Apprentice Carpenters • Skilled Laborers • Grade Checkers • Heavy Equipment Operators

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Services

Handypersons

Landscaping

Financial Services

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

Screened Topsoil - $25 yard. 6 yard minimum for free delivery. Dave Knight Trucking. 250-490-7652.

Painting & Decorating

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS 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.

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is not an issue. 1.800.587.2161. UNFILED TAX Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 1855-668-8089. (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)

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Help Wanted

Boundary Electric

ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE (BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT)

Boundary Electric (BEL) is looking for a skilled sales professional to join our Grand Forks sales team. Skills: • Strong attention to detail and organization. • Previous experience in a sales position. Preferably in the electrical industry but not mandatory. • Customer oriented and ability to find creative solutions for customers. • Ability to work in a fast paced, quickly changing environment. • Ability to work in a team environment. • Continuous learning as you grow with our company. • Comfortable cold calling potential customers and clients. • Strong computer skills. Email and Office suite. - Benefit package including extended health, dental and pension plan. - Base starting salary at $20.00 per hour. Apply to reception@boundaryelectric.com by August 24 , 2014. NO PHONE CALLS

Brad’s Small Engine Repair Summerland, Since 1994 • 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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Transportation

Appliances

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Auto Financing

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Downsizing sale. Household goods, crafts, some electronics, misc. Sat, July 26, 9-1. No early birds. 9700 Brown Street Moving sale. Sat, July 26, 8am to 3pm and Sun, July 27, 8am to noon. 9201 Welsh Ave. Silver Kettle Antiques, 9914 Main St (backyard). Yard garden - furniture - lots more. July 25-26, 8 am to 4 pm. Yard sale at A & A Mini Storage, 9400 Cedar Ave, Sat, July 26. Gates open at 8am. No early birds please. Yard sale, Saturday, July 26, 8-1. Furniture, antiques, collectibles. 13815 Dickson Ave.

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Misc. Wanted Collector Buying Coin Collections, Native Art, Estates, Gold, Silver + 250-499-0251 FIREARMS. ALL types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-9600045. www.dollars4guns.com. 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.

Real Estate Lots 2.5 ACRE LOTS, LUMBY, BC Mabel Estates 5 mins from town, pristine lush views. Designed and ready to build. Wells & power at lot. Starting, $139,000, $50,000 below assessed value. 250-317-2807.

Rentals Homes for Rent House for rent: Available immediately, charming 4 bdrm house in Summerland. Close to shopping, rec facility and schools. Upstairs has 3 bdrms, a full bathroom & full ensuite. Main floor has 1 bdrm, living room, kitchen (dishwasher, fridge & stove included), half bath, & laundry room (washer & dryer not included). Private yard with shed. $1500/mo + utilities. Please call Jeremy at the District of Summerland to view. 250-494-6451.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Let any man or woman with any claim against the property located at the street address of 55 Deans Road, Faulder, British Columbia, now come forward. Verified claims may be mailed to Robert Dewar, Box 20181, Penticton, British Columbia <V2A8K3>

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Understanding the supremacy of Parliament

To date I have been greatly enjoying my summer listening tour. The opportunity to meet with citizens, organizations and employers firsthand is very valuable and helpful in the work that I do as a Member of Parliament. I also find that consistently the issues raised by citizens in OkanaganCoquihalla are very different than many of the topics raised by the media in Ottawa. In Ottawa I find increasingly that the views and opinions of experts are often pushed to the forefront, while the views and opinions of every day citizens fall to the wayside. During the debate on the Fair Elections Act, one of the key areas of disagreement was over the reasonableness of requiring ID to vote in a federal election no differently from what is used in local elections where a mayor or council, rural director or school trustee are elected. The reality is the requirement on how reasonable it is to produce ID to vote is a matter of opinion, one that all Canadians can and should feel entitled to have or share. Yet in Ottawa the opposition and some in the media suggest that these are matters for expert opinion and that everyday Canadians voices are somehow lesser or don’t count. By not being inclusive in our institutions and processes we risk ignoring, perhaps even alienating individual Canadians. This leads to another subject I believe is worthy of consideration — the supremacy of Parliament. A fundamental principle of democracy is that ultimately

OTTAWA REPORT

Dan Albas citizens, through the democratic process, can elect a government they believe is best suited to make the decisions, policy and draft laws, that in our case will help build a stronger Canada. In 2009 a Liberal MP introduced Bill C-428 that proposed newly immigrated citizens could begin collecting OAS retirement benefits within three years of arriving in Canada (assuming

they were 65 or older) rather than wait the 10-year residency requirement. The outrage was significant. In fact I still receive frequent opposition from citizens to this bill. What happened to Bill C-428? Ultimately an election occurred and the Liberal MP who authored Bill C-428 was not reelected. Courts can provide valuable guidance in complex cases as not everything can be anticipated when drafting law; however to see policies rewritten that download cost to taxpayers without representation is a concern we should be mindful of. In 2012 our Government made changes to health care coverage for refugee claimants attempting to seek permanent

entry into Canada. At the time it was noted that the refugee health care plan was more generous than the health care plans available to and paid by taxpayers. It was also observed that some of the refugee claimants accessing our taxpayer financed medical plan were coming from free, democratic countries such as the United States. As a result, changes were made to the refugee health program. Recently a federal court judge has ruled that the changes contradict the charter and has ruled against them. Our government is appealing this ruling. This is a decision that some citizens are supportive of and others strongly oppose. I welcome your views on this or any

subject before the House of Commons. I can be reached at

dan.albas@parl.gc.ca or toll free at 1-800665-8711.

Dan Albas is the MP for Okanagan Coquihalla.

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PARKSIDE REALTY SUMMERLAND

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2014 KVSR UPDATE

r a d n e l a C Events... of Enjoy some summer fun at the Kettle Valley Steam Railway!

Proudly serving the community of Summerland for over 37 years. Locally owned and operated! Open daily 8am until 9:00 pm 7519 Prairie Valley Rd. Summerfair Plaza • 250-494-4376

Simply put, It's love at first taste!

sale caselot

Sonoran

Estate Winery

Enjoy a “made to order” lunch paired with award winning wines at the Full Moon Bistro. Open Monday - Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm Sunday: 11 am - 6 pm

5716 Gartrell Road • 250-494-9323 www.SonoranWinery.com

We are operating five days a week, with train departures at 10:30 am & 1:30 pm Thursdays through Mondays. Enjoy the sight and sound of our century old steam locomotive, the scenic beauty of Prairie Valley, live music and a trip onto the Trout Creek Bridge with stunning view of Okanagan Lake and the canyon below. Ride the only preserved section of the historic Kettle Valley Railway and share the nostalgia with family and friends. There’s nothing else like it in the Okanagan Valley! Awarded the 2014 Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence for guest ratings of 4 ½ out of 5 stars!

“All Aboard” for Events at the Kettle Valley Steam Railway Reservations 250-494-8422 or Toll free 1-877-494-8424

SUMMER SCHEDULE – July 24th – September 1st Train departs 10:30 am & 1:30 pm –Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday

(Prairie Valley Station is closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays). *Please note that the 1:30 pm regular run on August 3 is cancelled in lieu of a Robbery event.

Great Train Robbery & BBQ Event – Double Header! Sunday, August 3 @ 1:30/The 4 pm is SOLD OUT

STONEHOUSE RESTAURANT

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK LUNCH & DINNER • Fully Licenced • Children’s Menu available

14015 Rosedale Avenue 250-494-1105 www.ziasstonehouse.com

We are proud to support the KVSR

It’s the “Wild, Wild West” at its best! You’ll be thoroughly entertained as the Garnett Valley Gang rides out of the hills to rob the train. The two hour ride offers passengers a chance to enjoy daring horsemanship, live music and a cast of colourful characters both on and off the train. After this exciting ride – you’ll enjoy a delicious Baron of Beef/Chicken BBQ dinner back at the station. Reservations Required. Other upcoming Robbery Dates: August 17th-SOLD OUT/ August 24th @ 4 pm/September 7 & 21 @ 1:30 pm

Bell, Jacoe & Company LAWYERS

KETTLE VALLEY STEAM RAILWAY

Summerland’s Longest Established Law Firm

Ph. (250) 494-8422 • Fax: (250) 494-8452 Toll Free: 1-877-494-8424

PATRICK BELL, JOSEPH JACOE, KATHRYN ROBINSON

13211 N. Victoria Rd • 250-494-6621

SUMMERLAND FARMERS MARKET Come visit us at Memorial Park Kelly Ave. Downtown Summerland Every Tuesday April thru October 9 am till 1 pm Friday Night Market, Victoria Rd. July and August 5pm till 8:30pm

Early Birds Welcome! Fresh Local Berries

EAT LOCAL, EAT FRESH

Too Hot to Cook?

Try our Pizza’s! We do Take-out! Great Food. Great Service.

We Carry

Breakfast Buffet Sunday’s Starting at 8:00 am

• Interior & exterior house paints • Primers, wood stains • Explore our paint colors

250.494.7811 13229 Henry Ave. www.santorinisrestaurant.com

9310 Jubilee Road 250-494-6921

Hours: Sunday - Wednesday 8:00am - 3:00pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday -8:00am -8:00pm

Music on the Patio July 26th, 1-4pm:

Peter Glockner & Fighting Orange

Peace Tea 680ml

2 For

$3.00

Thornhaven’s Music on the Mountain Wine tastings, picnics and live music on hot summer afternoons

While quantities last • Sale in effect until July 26, 2014

Sat., July 26: Pam Ferens Sun., July 27: Ellen Doty Sat., August 2: Steel Wound Sun., August 3: Kirk Dixon

(In the Sungate Plaza)

6816 Andrew Ave Summerland

13604 Victoria Road

250-494-8338

Proud to support the Kettle Valley Steam Railway

Open 10 am - 5 pm May Through October or anytime by appointment. 250-494-7778 www.info@thornhaven.com

August 2nd, 1-4pm:

Julie Masi

Dirty Laundry Vineyard 7311 Fiske Street, tel: (250) 494 8815 www.dirtylaundry.ca

Open Daily

June: 10:00 am-5:00 pm July - August: 10:00 am-6:00pm