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WHAT’S INSIDE:

Cold Splash

Three members of municipal council participated in the ice bucket challenge fundraiser for the ALS Society on Saturday morning.

Worker problems

The Mexican Consulate in Vancouver says appropriate steps are being taken to look after migrant workers.

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Helping Hands

This weekend, a Summerland man will participate in a fundraising walk to fight Parkinson’s Disease.

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Star show

The Summerland Museum has been nominated for the Governor General’s History Award.

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Future unsure for arts council by John Arendt

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Tayla Ingram, Summerland ORCA Swimmer and TriPower Athlete, was one of the participants in the Kids of Steel and Sprint Triathlon held in Summerland on Sunday morning. For more from the race and results, see page 12.

The Summerland Community Arts Council has a space for now, but whether that space will work for the long term is not yet known. In July, the Arts Council moved into the new location at 9908 Main St., across from its former location. The former building, used as an arts centre for 16 years, had been sold to the Okanagan Regional Library as the site of a new public library. David Finnis, president of the Arts Council, said the move to the new location has had advantages and drawbacks. “The space is great for visibility. It’s great for the gift gallery,” he said. “It is a good location for us and we feel we are a good tenant on Main Street. It adds to the vibrancy.” Finnis said the disadvantages are that the new location has less overall space and is not as good for an art gallery. Because the building is considerably smaller than the last location, the permanent art collection is now housed at the Penticton Art Gallery. “That has now disappeared out of town,” Finnis said. “It’s a loss to the community.” The new building does not have proper lighting in place for art exhibits, he said. Because the gallery portion in the new building is not as good as in the old location, Finnis said some artists who have exhibited in Summerland before will not resubmit for shows in the new location. The open layout also results in sound problems.

Skateboard park considered Penny Lane proposes site on school property by John Arendt and Joe Fries The Summerland Charity Shop Society Penny Lane has proposed a skateboard park for the northeast corner of the

Summerland Secondary School property. School trustees are expected to vote next week on a skateboard park plan, which would be located on the northeast corner of the Summerland Secondary School field near the roundabout at Jubilee Road and Rosedale

Avenue, and could welcome skaters as early as next summer, according to Mayor Janice Perrino. “You don’t want to get anybody excited, but it’s one of those things where you go to these companies and they pretty well have the layout, so they can do it really quick. It’s a matter of laying the

cement and it’s done,” she explained. “We’re trying to bring youth into the community, and this is one more way to do it.” Perrino and colleagues from district council and the Summerland Charity Shop Society approached the school board last week to pitch a three-way

partnership to build and operate the park. The school board has been asked to lease the land to the district for $1 a year. The district would then cover the ongoing cost of insurance and maintenance at the site, which would be constructed by a grant from the society.

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Library site preparation begins by John Arendt Two Main Street buildings will be demolished next week to allow for the construction of a new library building. Michele Rule, communications manager for the Okanagan Regional Library, said crews have been at work preparing the former municipal building and a garage building for demolition. Fencing is being erected around the site this week. The contractor for the demolition work will begin work on Monday, with the work completed to the stage of a graded

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site the end of next week. Construction work is expected to begin on Monday, Sept. 15. A hazmat team has already completed the necessary work required before the two buildings could be destroyed. The money for the new library building will come from the Okanagan Regional Library Building Reserve. Funds for the regional library system come from taxation from each member municipality, region and band. Summerland contributes less than three per cent of this amount.

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The need for a new Summerland library branch has been identified for many years. At 316 square metres, the existing library space on Wharton Street is less than half the size needed to serve Summerland’s population. The new building will be 743 square metres. While the regional library system had earlier set Wharton Street as the preferred location for a new library branch, the Main Street location was chosen as there was no viable project in place for Wharton Street. In the past decade, two different

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construction is completed, there will be 11 parking stalls at the site and two along Main Street due to a change to parallel parking.

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Three members of municipal council participated in the ice bucket challenge fundraiser for the ALS Society on Saturday morning at the fire hall. Pouring icy water from left are firefighters Rick Leardo, Rob Robinson and Phil Marischuk. Seated are Coun. Martin Van Alphen, Mayor Janice Perrino and Coun. Orv Robson. Following their dousing, former mayors David Gregory and Tom Johnston were also drenched with cold water in the challenge. The ice bucket challenge this summer has been to raise awareness about amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and to raise money for research into the progressive neuromuscular disease and treatment for those suffering from it.

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While the gallery space can be upgraded with more suitable lighting and changes to the interior walls, a more pressing question has to do with the cost of the space. For this year, the municipality is covering the rent payments on the new Arts Centre space, but a long-term funding commitment is lacking. If the rent for the new

facility is not covered by the municipality, the Arts Council will require an additional $1,800 a month to pay for the space. There has been some discussion about providing the existing library building on Wharton Street to the Arts Council once the library has moved to its Main Street location. Finnis said the long-term future of this location is also

uncertain. In the last decade, the block of Wharton Street which includes the library has twice been considered seriously by developers. “We don’t want to move anywhere temporary again,” Finnis said. He added that the Arts Council’s volunteers had a lot of work in late spring as they moved to the new location.

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Mexican Consulate examining treatment of seasonal workers by Steve Kidd Black Press

The Mexican Consulate in Vancouver says appropriate steps are being taken to look after migrant workers employed in the Okanagan and across Canada. According to Ramón Moreno, coordinator of the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program, the consulate works to promote the interests and ensure the protection of the rights for more than 18,000 Mexican nationals that participate in the program every year in Canada. “We work closely with Canadian authorities at the local and provincial levels in order to ensure that labor conditions are met, and properly enforced in cases of noncompliance. Housing is a crucial aspect in the SAWP,” wrote Moreno in an email to Black Press. He confirmed the consulate recently arranged for the transfer of two Mexican workers that were working under substandard conditions in a farm in Summerland. “We have been informed that Service Canada will look into the conditions that the workers have denounced, and this Consulate General will work closely with the competent Canadian authorities in this deplorable case,” wrote Moreno. But the squalid living conditions

“We need random, surprise inspections to look at the housing conditions and the working conditions.” Amy Cohen, RAMA

that saw the two farm workers rescued from the Summerland farm are not an isolated incident, according to one advocate for worker rights. Amy Cohen is one of the organizers of Radical Action with Migrants in Agriculture (RAMA), which is in its second year of working to support the 1,200 Latin American and Caribbean workers employed each year in the Okanagan under the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program. “Lots of the kind of day to day things we do are translation, interpretation, rides, but also helping workers negotiate the bureaucracy of Canada,” said Cohen. “A lot of them don’t speak english and a lot of them aren’t familiar with their rights. They are not told very clearly or given copies of their rights in their language.” Along with providing workers with copies of their rights in their own language, RAMA also intervenes in crisis cases. Substandard housing isn’t the only issue faced by the migrant workers, which also includes people from Jamaica, Guatemala and other Caribbean countries, who are also partners with Canada and

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The Summerland Horseshoe Club would like to thank the Businesses and Individuals that donated to the event and prizes for the 58th Annual Tournament. • Bad Robot Computers • Co Co’s Fashion • Country Café • Edward Jones Investments • JR Bush Pilot Automotive • Ken Southwell • Kettle Valley Steam Railway • Okanagan Travel Land • Penticton Kia • Royal LePage Parkside Realty • Save On Foods West Kelowna

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Mexico in the SWAP program. “Awful living conditions is one example. There have been other examples like harassment from bosses, bosses stealing from workers,” she said. “Anything from physical or sexual harassment to verbal and emotional harassment. Those are the most common kinds that we come in contact with and workers tell us about.” One type of verbal harassment Cohen said they hear about regularly shows why many of these workers are afraid to come forward and complain, whether it is to their consulate, the B.C. Fruit Growers Association or other groups. “The boss will follow them around and say ‘you better work faster or you’re going

home.’” said Cohen. “Just them complaining to us is dangerous for them. What has happened in the past, as long as the program has existed, is that any worker who is labelled as problematic … is either deported immediately or not brought back the following year. Workers are extremely conscious and aware of that.” Cohen cites the case of one worker who was injured on the job. His employer refused to take him to the emergency room; RAMA did, however, and also filled out a WCB claim form for him. “He is not back this year,” said Cohen. “The employer said that was for whatever reason but the worker believes it was because he complained and got outside workers

involved.” The government uses the lack of complaints as an indication the SAWP program is working well according to Cohen, who thinks the real amount of problem situations for the migrant workers is “really, really high.” “We need random, surprise inspections to look at the housing conditions and the working conditions; have all workers interviewed,” said Cohen. “I wouldn’t want to guess, but the majority of workers we speak to have major complaints about living or working conditions.” BCFGA president Fred Steele said that though they have no formal education for growers in their responsibilities under SAWP, they do stress that the rules need to be followed, both for the protection of the workers, and to preserve the program, which he considers vital to the industry.

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POLICE rEPOrt Break & Enter

On Aug. 26, RCMP were called to an overnight break and enter at business on Bentley Road. The front door to the business was forced open to allow entry and tools were stolen. RCMP have no suspects.

Minor injuries

At 5:15 on Aug. 26, RCMP were called to a motor vehicle incident at the intersection of Prairie Valley and Bell Roads where a sakteboarder ended up tangling with a car. The skateboarder received minor injuries.

Highway MVA

On Aug. 28 at 2:30 p.m., RCMP were called to the scene of a motor vehicle accident at Hwy 97 and Wharf Street, with a Chevrolet Cobalt and a Ford Escape colliding when the SUV tried to turn onto the highway. Only minor injuries were reported.

Grand theft

On Aug. 30, RCMP responded to an alarm at the Summerland Gold and Silver exchange on Victoria Avenue. The culprits broke through the front door, smashed some of the display cases and made off with an estimated $40,000 worth of items.

Off the road

Over the Labour Day long weekend, RCMP issued two 90-day suspensions and one 24-hour suspension.

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A place for the arts The quest for a new library in Summerland has left the Summerland Community Arts Council in a state of limbo. In order to allow for the construction of the new library at the corner of Main Street and Kelly Avenue, a municipal building which had housed the Summerland Arts Centre and Gallery for the past 16 years will be demolished. The municipality has provided the Arts Council with a vacant retail building across the street, but the long-term future of the centre is not known. The municipality does not own this building, but instead is covering the cost of the rent for the Arts Council. As councils change, each new council must decide whether to continue this arrangement. This adds a level of uncertainty for the Arts Council, and it represents a change from the previous arrangement. In the past, the municipality had provided the Arts Council with a rent-free facility. This arrangement has worked because the municipality owned the building. One suggestion for the future home of the arts centre has been the existing library branch on Wharton Street. Since this building is owned by the municipality, it could easily be provided to the arts council at no cost. The biggest drawback to this site is the future of this location. Twice in the past decade, developers have expressed considerable interest in a large-scale project for this site. Such a project, when it occurs, would once again displace the Arts Centre. Over the past 16 years, the arts centre and gallery has become a busy place. There are plenty of programs for children and adults. The exhibits have become more and more sophisticated. If the community values the arts, then it is important to provide a permanent facility. The uncertainty does not help to create or maintain a vibrant arts scene in Summerland.

The Summerland Museum’s Japanese exhibit, which opened in May, 2013, has been nominated for a national award. The exhibit is an extensive display, providing inside into the traditions and customs of the Japanese people who settled in Summerland. It is important to pay tribute to the various groups which make up the community. Exhibits like this one are a way to do so.

bad Bleak summer for coastal ferry remake apples VICTORIA – There was an uproar in the B.C. legislature this spring when Transportation Minister Todd Stone went ahead with $19 million in cuts to low-usage coastal ferry routes. The plan had been laid out in detail before last year’s election. It targeted sailings where ridership was in the low teens or even single digits. Tom Fletcher On some sailings the Transport Canadamandated crew outnumbered the passengers. Despite the cries of doom, most of the sailing reductions have been managed – with one glaring exception. The Discovery Coast Circle Tour route saw its ferry from Port Hardy to Bella Coola replaced, using the smallest vessel in the BC Ferries fleet, the open-decked Nimpkish. This move wasn’t a direct response to low usage, a chronic issue with some of the minor route sailings along the coast. It was to avoid ordering a replacement for the Queen of Chilliwack, which sailed directly between Port Hardy and Bella Coola. This summer the first leg was consolidated with the Northern Expedition, the vessel that replaced the doomed Queen of the North on the Inside Passage run up to

Prince Rupert. At Bella Bella, after a layover of a couple of hours, the Nimpkish took over with space for 16 standard vehicles on its deck and a midnight arrival time in Bella Coola. The direct route had been mainly used by European tourists, who sailed from the Lower Mainland to Victoria, drove the length of the Island, ferried to Bella Coola and drove through the rugged Chilcotin to Williams Lake and back down south to complete the circle tour. The new route incorporated stops in remote outposts Ocean Falls and Shearwater, making it even longer. Warnings came early. “That’s where 90 per cent of the [BC Ferries] money is being lost, on the milk runs, and that’s the part they are keeping,” Petrus Rykes, a tourism operator at Anahim Lake for 40 years, said in March. “The part they’ve cancelled was at 70 per cent capacity, the second highest of all the fleet routes.” Reports of a bad slump have come to pass. The changes meant bookings couldn’t be made until April, too late for most international travelers. A survey by Bella Coola Valley Tourism in mid-summer found most operators losing business, from 10 to 90 per cent. A bus tour of Canadian seniors heading west from Williams Lake was terminated

after 14 years. One tourism operator on Highway 20 is considering closing down. Stone and his family took the new route themselves in early August, with the minister offering sunny reports on his blog. Stone summed up his experience this way: “At the end of the day, my assessment is that the Nimpkish is a good tourism product if tourists are made fully aware as to the type of service it provides. If correct expectations are set, I believe the Nimpkish can be marketed as a valuable tourism component of the Discovery Coast Circle Tour. “The decision to do this rests squarely on the shoulders of the tourism industry and tourism operators who need to decide whether or not they want this service to work, to grow and to be viable in order to capture a share of the thousands of international tourists looking for exactly the kind of adventure the Nimpkish provides.” Got that, Discovery Coast tourism folks? If this milk run doesn’t work next year, it will be your fault. Heck, the Nimpkish has free snacks and drinks for your 10-hour voyage, much of it in the dark. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Accidents on Highway 97 are a serious matter. Over the past week, emergency crews were called twice to multi-vehicle collisions on the highway. In both cases, road conditions were good, yet the accidents still occurred and some of the vehicle occupants were treated for injuries. While the summer season is characterized by congestion on the highways, accidents are possible at all times.

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Attending an accident

Emergency crews responded following a two-vehicle collision on Highway 97 near Johnson Street on Thursday afternoon. At least one person was treated for injuries.

New skateWalk raises money board park for Parkinson’s Disease could roll out

This weekend, a Summerland man will participate in a fundraising walk to fight Parkinson’s Disease. The 19th annual Parkinson SuperWalk will be held Sunday, Sept. 7 at 10 a.m. at Waterfront Park in Kelowna. The walk is the largest fundraising event for Parkinson’s Disease. A total of 110 communities in Can-

ada and 21 in British Columbia are participating. Klaus Kahl of Summerland and the members of Team Valley West Auto have been raising money for several years. Kahl, 48, is the former owner of Valley West Auto in Summerland. He was diagnosed with the disease in 2006 and began participating

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in SuperWalk in 2010. Since then, he has raised more than $18,000. Kahl said the fundraiser is an important event in the quest for a cure of Parkinson’s Disease. The disease is a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system. Symptoms include shaking, rigidity, slowness of movement and difficulty

with walking. Thinking and behavioural problems may also develop and depression is the most common psychiatric symptom. Kahl said living with the disease is difficult. “It’s been a challenge, but I try to stay positive every day,” he said. While treatments are available to minimize some of the

symptoms, there is no cure. “Give what you can to support Parkinson’s Disease research,” Kahl said. The Parkinson Society of British Columbia, a not-for-profit charitable organization, organizes SuperWalk in B.C. Those wishing to register for the walk or learn more about the disease may visit www.parkinson.bc.ca.

Surrounded by supporters from Team Valley West Auto, Klaus Kahl, centre, has raised more than $18,000 for Parkinson’s Disease research since 2010. The 19th annual Parkinson SuperWalk will be held in Kelowna on Sunday, Sept. 7.

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Orv Robson, a district councillor and society board member, said up to $280,000 is budgeted for the skate park, which would be far more visible than the current version behind the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, which was constructed in the mid-1990s. “That location is hidden away,” said Robson, adding a more prominent spot would be easier to police and allow skateboarders to show off their skills to the community. The society considered several locations for a new skateboard park before approaching the school board. “The partnership with the school district is by far the number one location,” he said. School board chairman Bruce Johnson said his group “appreciated” the presentation on the proposal and is “looking forward to discussing” the skate park at its next regularly scheduled board meeting Sept. 8. “It’s pretty hard for me to predict what our board of seven will vote, but the comments that were made in

the question period (last week) indicated there is a very favourable response,” he said. “There were a few concerns of course: liability is huge and also further down the road what plans could be made if it doesn’t work out or in 20 years if people aren’t skateboarding?” Johnson continued, noting, however, that Perrino and Robson had answers for those problems. The Summerland Charity Shop Society operated the Penny Lane Bargain Outlet on Victoria Road North from 2002 to 2013, with a second outlet later added on Main Street. After the store was closed, the Penny Lane board of directors looked for a way to continue a legacy in the community, and in the spring put out a request for projects. Proposals were to have budgets of between $100,000 and $400,000 and result in a physical presence, like a skateboard park. Since 2003, the society and its latest incarnation have provided more than $2 million for a variety of youth projects.

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The mechanics of fruit

Photo courtesy of the Summerland Museum

At one time you could count a lot of packing houses in Summerland and, in fact, many orchards had their own packing facility right on site. Eventually they merged into a few bigger, central and more efficient operations, resulting in the ability to purchase modern equipment. For instance, B.C. Shippers was pleased to show off their new-fangled bin dumper in 1960—a mechanical wonder that made someone’s job much easier and sped up production. Stop in at the museum to see how our packing houses operated even before modern contraptions like bin dumpers were introduced.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipal Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of persons who deem their interest in property affected by any of the below mentioned bylaw amendments at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, September 8th, 2014 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C.: a) Bylaw Number 2014-015 Official Community Plan (2008) Bylaw No. 2000-310 Amendments: Location: 6003 Dale Avenue Legal: Lot 1, DL 488, ODYD, Plan 3533 Present Designation: Agricultural Proposed Designation: Low Density Residential Purpose: To designate the property at 6003 Dale Avenue for low density residential development. Map – Bylaw 2014-015 and 2014-016 (6003 Dale Avenue)

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b) Bylaw Number 2014-016 Official Community Plan Bylaw 2014-002 Amendments: Location: 6003 Dale Avenue Legal: Lot 1, DL 488, ODYD, Plan 3533 Present Designation: Agricultural Proposed Designation: Low Density Residential Purpose: To designate the property at 6003 Dale Avenue for low density residential development. Bylaw Number 2014-016 has the same effect as Bylaw No. 2014-015 and would be adopted only if the District’s new Official Community Plan (Bylaw No. 2014-002) has been adopted by the time the Council considers the final adoption of OCP and Zoning amendments for 6003 Dale Avenue. WHARF ST

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Pedro Parra, a winery terroir consultant from Chile, speaks to grape growers about the importance of good soil during a seminar on Aug. 22. Parra was brought to Summerland by Okanagan Crush Pad. Around 55 members of the B.C. Grapegrowers’ Association were at the seminar, held at a vineyard off Garnett Valley Road.

Emergency crews called to three-vehicle collision On Aug. 27, police were called to a three-vehicle collision on Highway 97 north of Summerland. The accident occurred at 7:55 a.m. when a 2008 Honda, travelling south, developed a flat tire. The driver, a 59-year-old Peachland woman, parked on the shoulder and waited for a tow truck. A 1997 Honda, also travelling south and driven by a 59-year-old Vernon man, did not see the first vehicle and collided with it. A third vehicle, a 1997 GMC pickup, also travelling south and driven by a 49-year-old West Kelowna man, attempted to avoid the accident. The truck collided with the two 12

cars, crossed into the north lanes of traffic and flipped onto its side. The driver of the first vehicle had to be removed from her vehicle using the Jaws of Life. Both car drivers were taken to hospital by ambulance, with nonlife threatening injuries. The driver of the truck was treated at the scene for minor injuries. Police, firefighters and ambulance attendants from Summerland were at the scene. The highway was closed for around one hour following the accident. Police are continuing to investigate this accident.

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Inquiries relative to the above proposed bylaws and all written representations should be directed to the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C. VOH 1ZO. Copies of the bylaws and related documents and correspondence are available for inspection at the Municipal Office during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays), up to and including September 8th, 2014. Please note that all representations submitted to the District of Summerland in response to this Notice will form part of a public record and will be published in a meeting agenda when this matter is before the Council or a Committee of Council. The District considers the author’s name and address relevant to Council’s consideration of this matter and will disclose this personal information. The author’s phone number and email address are not relevant and should not be included in the representations if the author does not wish this information disclosed. Council will receive no representation after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Maureen Fugeta, Corporate Officer

2014 general local elections NOTICE OF NOmINATION PUBLIC NOTICE is given to the electors of the District of Summerland that nominations for the offices of: Mayor – (one to be elected) Councillor – (six to be elected) School Trustee, School District No. 67 (Okanagan-Skaha) – (two to be elected) Nomination Forms are now available at the District of Summerland, Municipal Hall, Administration Department to the close of the nomination period, being Friday, October 10th, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. Nomination Forms will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person during the ‘Nomination Period’, being Tuesday, September 30th, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. to Friday, October 10th, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. (excluding statutory holidays and weekends); BY HAND OR MAIL DELIVERY TO: District of Summerland 13211 Henry Avenue, PO Box 159 Summerland, B.C. VOH 1ZO BY FAX (250) 494-1415 or EMAIL mfugeta@summerland.ca NOTE: Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:00pm on Friday, October 17th, 2014.

qUALIFICATIONs FOR OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day [November 15th, 2014]; • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; • not disqualified under the Local Government Act or School Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or • holding the office for Mayor, Councillor or Trustee, or be otherwise disqualified by law. FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Maureen Fugeta, Chief Election Officer [250-404-4057]

ELECTION EmPLOYmENT (2014) The District of Summerland is looking for election workers for General Voting Day and the Advance Voting opportunities prior to Election Day. Election workers will be expected to work from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 15th, 2014 and to attend at least one training session prior to Election Day. We will also require workers for the Advance Voting Opportunities on Wednesday, November 5th and 12th, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Municipal Hall. The rate of pay is $15.00 per hour. Application forms are available on the District website (www.summerland.ca) or from the Receptionist at Municipal Hall, 13211 Henry Avenue, during regular business hours. Completed application forms can be dropped off at Administration (reception), Municipal Hall to the attention of the Chief Election Officer by October 3rd, 2014. Applicants selected to work the election will be contacted to confirm their assignment and responsibilities. Due to the volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview or to work the election will be contacted. All applicants are thanked for their interest.

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Exhibit nominated for national award by Carla McLeod Special to the Review

The Summerland Museum has been nominated for the Governor General’s History Award for Excellence in Community Programming. Although it is not clear who made the nomination, it is known that it was based on the museum’s Japanese exhibit, “Doe Shi Kai,” which means Coming to New World with Great Hopes. The exhibit includes stories, photographs and items belonging to

the many Japanese families of Summerland. The nominator wrote: “The exhibit, which opened in May 2013, is very well done and appeals to all ages. Instead of an exhibit committee building it, many in Summerland’s Japanese-Canadian community and other volunteers were involved. It is a true Community production!” It was in the summer of 2012 that the idea of having a Japanese display was first discussed by the staff and board members of the museum. It was decided that the display would be ready for opening in

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May of 2013, which had been deemed Asian-Heritage month. Museum board member Bernice Shiosaki visited families of Japanese heritage to hear and document their stories. Photographs and items were loaned to the museum, adding to their own artifacts, in order to display the history of the Japanese community in Summerland. Following archivist Ruth Ten Veen’s vision for the layout of the exhibit, Shiosaki along with Sharon Stone and a group of volunteers went to work putting it all together. The result is that when visiting the exhibit one can easily see what the Japanese people may have brought with them when they arrived in Summerland. Displayed are clothing and pieces of luggage, things they would have used in daily life such as dishes and traditional tea sets. There are also religious altars used in the Tenriko and Buddhist faiths as well as a Japanese translation of the Bible. Pieces of art work are featured including woodworking, paintings and dolls, all made by local Japanese artists. Visitors can also read about how and why the Japanese people migrated to Canada and about the employment and educational opportunities that they took advantage of as well as the story

Honouring heritage

Bernice Shiosaki and museum archivist Ruth Ten Veen show the Japanese exhibit at the Summerland Museum. The exhibit has been nominated for the Governor General’s History Award for Excellence in Community Programming.

of how their populations grew. Also documented are the challenges they faced and how they were treated during the Second World War. As part of the exhibit there is an area where children can sit down and try their hand at Origami, creating things from folding and cutting paper. If they are so inclined they can

learn to write a type of poetry called haiku. “It’s a community collection that was displayed and could not have been done if the Japanese community did not tell us their stories,” said Shiosaki. Should the Summerland Museum be successful in their nomination, they would be awarded $2500 and a trip to Ottawa to receive the

award at Rideau Hall. A celebration dinner will be held which will give the winners the opportunity to network with history-enthusiasts from all across Canada. Shiosaki was pleasantly surprised by the nomination and she is hopeful about winning. “We would get funds to help with the museum, so that would be awesome,”

she said. Have you visited the Summerland Museum to view this possible award winning exhibit? If not you have until midOctober to do so. 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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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. Carpet bowling starts Sept. 4 at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre and will be held every Thursday at 10 a.m. and every Sunday at 1:15 p.m. 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

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summerland baptist 10318 Elliott Street Two Services each Sunday 9:00am & 11:00am SBC Kids In Both Services Lead Pastor: Larry Schram Associate Pastor: Del Riemer For info or help call 250-494-3881 www.summerlandbaptist.ca

summerland pentecostal

9918 Julia Street Worship with us, Sunday at 10:00 am Loving God, Loving People Pastor: Rev. Don Huston

250-494-8248 summerland united church 13204 Henry Street Minister: Rev. Armand Houle

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E 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 250486-5313. Seniors’ volleyball at the Youth Centre beginning at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. For additional information call Jane or Frank at 250-494-4666. Summerland Horseshoe Club is looking for new members. Practices are held in Memorial Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Call Ron Moser at 250-494-0450. 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 Cathy Patterson at 250-494-8274 or Annie Smirmaul at 250-4942286. 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 250-493-6564. The Summerland Traditional Rug Artists will meet every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Summerland United Church Hall. The first meeting of the season will be Thursday, Sept. 4. If you are interested in joining this fun group or seeing what this creative craft involves do drop in. Visitors always welcome. For more information about this timehonoured art please contact Juliet at 250494-1278 or Marilyn at

250-494-6434.

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 250-4924901 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. Pleasure Painters meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. beginning Sept. 5. Come and enjoy or check it out. Drop-ins welcome. 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

Beginner Tai Chi on Mondays at 2 p.m. at

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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 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

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 250-4946434 or Joan Lansdell at 778-476-0596. Email questsociety@shaw.ca 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

Summerland Review Thursday, September 4, 2014 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. 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. 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

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. Penticton Writers and Publishers Annual General Meeting Thursday, Sept. 18 at 6:45 p.m. at Leir House, Manor Park Road. All welcome. SADI Youth Centre will be closed Sept. 2 to 5 for membership renewal. All middle school and high school students must renew their SADI membership. 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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Cadets complete training Royal Canadian Air Cadets from 902 Summerland Squadron have successfully completed their summer training at locations across Western Canada. Cadets attended a variety of summer camps ranging from two to six weeks in length. The cadets all participated in fun, challenging and rewarding training experiences. Throughout the summer the cadets also learned valuable leadership skills that will be of benefit at the local training centre in the coming year. LAC Alyssa Vader and LAC Riley Hanley attended the General Training course at Albert Head, Victoria, B.C. F/Cpl. Lara Desjarlais attended the Basic Aviation Technology and Aerospace Course at Albert Head. F/Cpl. Bryanna Johnston and F/Cpl Jack Taylor attended the Basic Fitness and Sports Course at Albert Head. Sgt. Meaghan Vader attended the Survival Instructor course at Cold Lake, Alberta. Sgt. Josiah Baran attended the Advanced Aviation Course at Comox, B.C. For this year, Capt. Tyler Willis has been appointed the commanding officer of the squadron. He

replaces Capt. Christel Davidsen, who has moved to Comox, B.C. The 2014-2015 cadet training program is beginning. Cadets will gain a variety of skills from hands-on training. Leadership, citizenship, flying, gliding, and physical fitness are the core components of the program. Teamwork, backcountry survival training and range marksmanship are also important aspects of the cadet training program. The 902 Summerland Air Cadet squadron is now accepting applications for new members. Girls and boys aged 12 to 18 years are welcome to come out Wednesday, Sept. 10 for an open house. Doors open at 7 p.m. to any youth who is interested in joining. Parents are encouraged to attend as well. The squadron parades regularly Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information contact Willis at 250-486-2505, or by email at contact@ 902aircadets.ca. The 902 Summerland Cadets Local Training Centre (LTC) office phone number is 250-494-7988 and more information is available online at 902aircadets.ca

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Branch removal

Electrical workers Richard Bard, left, and Clayton Keys prepare to remove branches from a power pole on Highway 97 on Thursday morning. The branches were placed at the wires by an osprey attempting to build a nest. At least one branch caught fire and fell to the ground, resulting in a fire at the pole.

DAN CASSIDY

Dementia: a puzzling matter Dementia is a gradual decline of mental ability that affects your intellectual and social skills to the point where daily life becomes difficult. It is also an umbrella term for a number of ailments which affect memory and decision-making ability such as Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia (dementia caused by stroke), brain injury, drug abuse, medication side effects, Vitamin B12 deficiency, and thyroid abnormalities. In some cases of dementia, it may be reversible or improved once the underlying cause has been treated. One method of preventing dementia is to keep your brain active. The activity of learning is an excellent way to exercise your brain. Learning a new language or dance steps or Tai Chi forms are just a few ways you can exercise both sides of the brain. The left side of the brain thinks logically and follows sequences while the right is creative, intuitive and emotional. Jigsaw puzzles are another great way to harness both brain powers. While working on a jigsaw puzzle, it has been studied that there exists continuous activity throughout the brain involving all cells and parts of the brain. This intense activity works to exercise the brain cells and thereby activate them and increase their efficiency and capacity too. Your brain produces a chemical known as dopamine that is chiefly responsible for learning and memory. The production of this chemical increases in your brain when you are engaged in solving a jigsaw puzzle. Another benefit of solving jigsaw puzzles is it can be done as a solitary activity or with others. Maintaining social relationships is also important for people who suffer from dementia along with their caregivers. Consider a jigsaw puzzle as a gym membership for your mind. It'll enhance focus, expand creativity, help you practice visualization and improve memory. - Dan Cassidy, Nutritional Product Advisor Bring this article into Pharmasave Summerland and save* 15% off one of our jigsaw puzzles! *limit of one per customer.

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SCoreboard Golf Summerland Ladies Club

The Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club held the Summerland Rental Centre Cup tournament on Aug. 26. Results: Overall Low Net Vijai Vaagen 141. Runner-up Linda Palmer 142, third Carol Mulligan 147, fourth Lynne Karaim 149 by retro, fifth Anka Manders 149, sixth Janis Goll 150, seventh Amanda McConaghy 152, eighth Lil Smith 153, ninth Jackie Martin 154, 10th Frances Colussi 155, 11th Pat Stohl 156 by retro, 12th Pat Gartrell 156 by retro, 13th Helen Benallick 156, 14th Doreen Butterworth 157, 15th Ellen Clay 160. Day 1: K.P. First Flight Lil Smith, Third Flight Ellen Clay. Longest putt on Hole 9 Helen Benallick, Hole 18 Carol Mulligan. Day 2: K.P. First Flight: Carol Mulligan, Second Flight Pat Stohl, Third Flight Liz Lawrence. Longest putt on Hole 9 Janis Goll, Hole 18 Lil Smith. Deuce Pot shared by Hole # 16 Helen Benallick, Hole # 4 Doreen Butterworth , Anka Manders and Gwen Redfern

Summerland Senior Men’s Club

The Sumac Ridge Golf Club Senior Men played on Aug. 20 and Aug. 27. Results Aug. 20: Low gross Wayne Symes, 34. Low net Dale Schatz, 27; Bob Smyth, 27; Dan Kelly, 27. Birds, Fern Michaud. Closest to pin, Luther Krepstekies. Longest putt, Gerry Bryant. Results Aug. 27: Low gross Dale Schatz, 34. Low net Bob Webb, 27. Closest to pin, Dale Schatz. Longest putt, Bob Smyth.

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Swimming

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Eight- and nine-year-old competitors began the Kids of Steel Triathlon with a swim portion at Peach Orchard Park on Sunday morning. The triathlon was organized by the Summerland Orca Swim Club.

Swim club triathlon a success The Summerland ORCA Sprint & Kids of Steel Triathlon has been going for over a decade, but organizers say it is still growing. “We had a great response,” said Joanne Malar. “People were saying it was the best run triathlon they had seen.” While Malar credits title sponsors Dirty Laundry Vineyards and Best Canadian Motor Inns, along with all the other corporate sponsors, she is also quick to point to the volunteers as part of the race’s key to success. “It really took a village to run this race,” she said. “Numbers were very high this year, one of our highest ever.” With registrations “just shy of 400” as Malar put it, it was a busy day for participants and organizers. “This triathlon is our biggest fundraiser,” said Malar. “It really has allowed our club to blossom.” The race, she explained, is really a family event, with categories as young as age six. The focus, she said, is on creating a great, dynamic experience for children entering the sport. “The cutest are the children. They really are brave,” she said. “Watching them wade into the water at 8:30 in the morning by themselves.” Top finishers in the six to seven-year-old age group were Maya Andruchow of Kelowna with an overall time of 8:36; Ryan Peters of Penticton, 8:56; Maddox Stevens of Kelowna, 9:07. In the 8-9 group: Sidney Clement of West Vancouver, 22:06; Ty Johnston of Kelowna, BC, 22:17; Mitchell Bond of Vernon, 22:26. In 10-11 age group: Heming Sola of Summerland, 24:47; Eli Harris of Kelowna, 25:25; Ella Rolleston of Kelowna, 26:23. In the 12-13 age group: Cameron McInnes of Kelowna, 38:58; Keagan Ingram of Summerland; Connor Hobbs of Kelowna, 40:44. In the 14-15 age group: Owen Harris of Kelowna, 45:46; Evan Durrant of Langley, 47:41; Jacob Harris of Kelowna, 48:53. In the sprint: Graham Hood of Kelowna, 1:00:48; Scott Tremblay of Kaleden, 1:01:55; Gary Wade of Kelowna,1:02:06.

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Six-and seven-year-old triathletes compete in the cycling portion of the Kids of Steel Triathlon on Lakeshore Drive on Sunday morning.

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Lost & Found Found - prescription glasses in the lake at Rotary Beach on Sept 1st. Can be claimed at Summerland Review office, 13226 Victoria Road N. 250494-5406. Lost on Friday, Aug 22 at the Summerland Farmers’ Market on Victoria Rd - brown plastic frame prescription glasses. Please call or text Urmi at 1778-538-1955. Lost - prescription Maui Jim sunglasses 1 month ago, in Penticton or Summerland. Please phone 250-494-7627.

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In Memoriam

Obituaries

ROGERS Robert “Bob”

Robert “Bob” Rogers of Summerland, BC passed away peacefully on October 16, 2013 at the age of 86 years. He will be remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 61 years, May, children: Carol (Dan) of Okanagan Falls BC, Sheila (Richie) of Summerland BC and Rick (Debbie) of Keremeos BC, five grandchildren and lots of great grandchildren. Bob loved his quail and his garden from which he shared many vegetables with many neighbours. He enjoyed having a “Cold one” with his good friends. May would like to invite family and friends to an Open House on Saturday, September 13, 2014 from 1 to 4pm to celebrate Bob’s life and share memories. 1317 Laidlaw Street, Summerland, B.C.

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HODGSON, Alan Lee Alan Lee Hodgson passed away suddenly at his home in Kamloops, B.C. on August 25, 2015 at the age of 60 years. Al was born in Peace River, Albert. He was predeceased by his father, Lee, and is survived by his mother, Ann, his three siblings, Sheryl Gill (Don), Brian (Wendy), and Pam Lovett (Clive), his beloved pets Yota and Mr. Kitten, as well as his children and best friends, Joey and Katie Hodgson. Al’s life was filled with adventure, fun, and kindness. He was an inspiration to all around him to live life to the fullest, and to never be too serious. In honour of “Big Al”, the Hodgson family invites Al’s friends to join them in a celebration at Chapters Viewpoint Restaurant banquet room, 610 Columbia Street West, Kamloops, BC on Thursday, September 4th, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. for an evening of memories. Immediate arrival at 5:00p.m. is not necessary. An open mic will be provided, and anyone who wishes to share memories is encouraged to do so. Due to his activism in the snowmobiling community and devotion to educating sledders, Joe and Katie request that in lieu of flowers, donations in Al’s memory be made to the Canadian Avalanche Centre so they may continue to increase awareness and safety in the back country. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com.

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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.

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BERG, ERG ANDREW

Andrew Berg passed away peacefully in Summerland, BC on August 25, 2014 at the age of 97 years. He will be remembered and sadly missed by his children Brenda (Jerry) Yarema of Arborg MB, Bonnie (Mac) Dunseith of Winnipeg MB, David (Sharlene) Berg of Palm Springs California, Greg (Darlene) Reimche of Summerland BC, Marlene (John) McKenzie of Cranbrook BC and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was sadly predeceased by his wife Olive Reimche and 8 brothers and 1 sister. Andy was born in the farm house near Swift Current, SK on Feb5, 1917. When he became old enough he worked for some farmers in that area until 1940. During World War 11, he enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force where he served in Canada and Europe for 32 years. In 1944 Andy married Lulu Button from Vanguard SK. They had a family of 2 girls, Brenda and Bonnie, and one son David. Andy and his first wife divorced in 1977. Pursuing his career in Real Estate, Andy moved to Summerland with his common law wife, Olive Reimche. Throughout the years Andy had many hobbies, some of which were curling, golfing and going to casinos, but his favorite hobby was going to the horse races and betting to win. Andy was a 33 year member of the Summerland Legion, volunteered at the Summerland Drop In Centre, and made many friends within the community. He was a kind and generous person, always looking on the bright side of life and will be sadly missed by his dear friends and family. Visitation took place on Thursday, August 28, 2014 at 9:00 AM followed by the Funeral Ceremony at 10:00 AM from Providence’s Summerland Chapel, 13205 Rosedale Avenue, Summerland BC with Padre Rick Gay officiating. Interment followed at Keremeos Cemetery in Keremeos, BC. Condolences may be directed to the family through www.providencefuneral homes.com

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BECKER, MICHAEL Mike Becker of Summerland, BC passed away peacefully on August 25, 2014 at the age of 72 years. Remembered and sadly missed by his loving wife Patt, son Chris (Shona) and their children Jacob and Brendan, daughter Denise and her children Kaiden, Talena and Tamara, siblings Bev (Mel) of Kelowna, Darell, mother-in-law Dolly Gowing, brother-in-law Terry (Linda) Gowing and sister-in-law Carol Bigam. Mike was sadly predeceased by his parents George and Kay, sister Margaret and brother Rick. Mike’s work life was mostly in the mobile home industry, starting with General Coach in 1968 and ending with Moduline in 1993. His work life ended when he suffered a brain aneurysm at age 51. Since then he was in care facilities: Dr. Andrew ECU, then many happy years at Villeneuve House and ending at Summerland Seniors Village. Mike was an avid outdoorsman, happiest when fishing – either for salmon around Vancouver Island or just enjoying the seclusion of the backwoods lakes nearer home. He had built a big camper for the family and most weekends were spent out in the hills. The other happiest memories were the driving trips to Reno with Patt. Thank you to all his caregivers, special hugs to Randy Villeneuve for his years of care. There will be no service. Condolences may be directed to the family through providencefuneralhomes.com

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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.

Employment

PARTS Counter Position Campbell River Equipment Sales (CRES) Ltd. is a locally owned and operated NAPA Auto Parts associate store servicing the automotive, logging, mining, and fishing industries, as well as retail sales. CRES is seeking a quality counter person for a full time position. Send resume to cres1986@telus.net

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Services

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

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Fruit & Vegetables

Apt/Condos for Sale

PEACHES & Italian prunes for sale. Jim Smith, 4415 Monro Ave, Summerland. 250-494-1352 The Apple Barn is now open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. 9100 Jones Flat Road East, just past Windmill Garden Centre. 250-490-6158.

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Moving sale. Sat, Sept 6, 8 to noon. 4015 Trafford Lane. Furniture, tools, household, misc. Sat, Sept 6, 5617 Pine Ave, Trout Creek, 8am to 1pm. Lots of good stuff! Yard & garage sale. Household, tools & more; come to see. 7306 Hespeler Rd. Sept 5 & 6, 12 & 13. 9am - 3pm.

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FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928

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Real Estate

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent

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Okanagan Valley alive with music The Valley is indeed alive with music. From the Elvis Festival back in June to music at various wineries to Boonstock and Wednesdays on the Water down at Peach Orchard Beach. And the music continues this weekend with the Pentastic Hot Jazz Festival this weekend. This three day festival will include a free outreach concert at the Shatford Centre. A range of bands will be performing at five different locations beginning at 4:30pm Fri-

day, September 5 and concluding at 3pm on Sunday, September 7. You are invited to “Come Early and Stay Late it’s a Jazz Party.” Bands are coming from various locations throughout the United States and from the Lower Mainland and here in the Okanagan. For more information on tickets, venue locations and bands see: www. pentasticjazz.com. And the summer of great music doesn’t end with the Pentastic Jazz Festival. The Penticton Concert

Band, which already includes a number of musicians from Summerland and Faulder, invites intermediate and advanced players to join them at their weekly practices. Call Gerald at 250-809-2087 for more information. And kids … if you enjoy music and love singing, you will want to join the Summerland Children’s Choir beginning this September. You’ll have the opportunity to share the joy and friendship of singing in this programme

Distributing fruit

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Erin Carlson, left, gives Emma, Abigail and Scott Monro of Edmonton freshly picked Sunrise apples. Carlson representing Summerland farmers, was raising awareness of the importance of local produce to Tuesday farmers’ market shoppers.

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David Finnis for children 6-12. For more information contact the director, Linnea Good, at 250494-5111 or Lg@LinneaGood.com It’s not just choirs and bands that are resuming their activities this fall. If you enjoy painting the Pleasure Painters will start again Friday, September 5 at the Harold Simpson Memorial centre on Peach Orchard Road. The Pleasure Painters meet every Friday from 9am to 3pm. Everyone who likes to paint or learn to paint is welcome. The Summerland Art Club begins their Fall Season on Wednesday, September 10. They meet in the basement below the library from 9am 3pm and are always glad to have new people drop in to see what they do. The Summerland Community Arts Council is offering various workshops for children and adults. Drop by the Arts Centre at 9908 Main Street to find out more. 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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Vice-principal’s book examines grading

The vice-principal While it is intended of Summerland Secfor educators, Dueck ondary School has said the book also has written a book to help valuable information educators with gradfor parents. ing. The book was pubThe book, Grading lished by ASCD, an Smarter, Not Harder, educational pubcomes from Myron lishing company. It Dueck’s experience has gone to close to with school adminis100,000 educators. trators and teachers Dueck will be a parduring his teaching ticipant in the Friends career. of the Summerland Myron Dueck He said the book Library event, 10-10-10, includes plenty of peron Saturday, Sept. 27. sonal stories from incidents which The event, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. have changed the way he grades features 10 local authors prehis students. senting their books.

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2014 KVSR UPDATE

r a d n e l Ca Events... of Make the Kettle Valley Steam Railway a part of your autumn adventures!

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

We are now operating three days a week, with train departures at 10:30 am & 1:30 pm Saturdays, Sundays & 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

FALL SCHEDULE September 6th - October 13th

Order your tickets now for the Harvest Winemakers Dinner on October 8th!

Train departs 10:30 am & 1:30 pm – Saturday, Sunday & Monday (Prairie Valley Station is closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays) *Please note the 1:30 pm regular runs on September 7 & 21st are cancelled in lieu of Robbery Events Great Train Robbery & BBQ Event – Sunday, September 7 is SOLD OUT. Next available date is September 21 @ 1:30 pm. Book now to avoid disappointment. 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.

Sunday: 11 am - 6 pm

KETTLE VALLEY STEAM RAILWAY

Simply put, It's love at first taste!

MOVING

SALE!

Sonoran

Estate Winery

Open Monday - Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm

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

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

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

Bell, Jacoe & Company LAWYERS PATRICK BELL, JOSEPH JACOE, KATHRYN ROBINSON

Summerland’s Longest Established Law Firm

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

Seasonal Fruit & Fresh Local Berries Early Birds Welcome!

EAT LOCAL, EAT FRESH

Join Us For

Sunday Breakfast Buffet Starting at 8:00 am Great Food. Great Service.

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

250.494.7811 13229 Henry Ave. www.santorinisrestaurant.com

Summerland Timber Mart is now your Sears catalogue sales center. Drop in to pick up your 2014 Wishbook.

9310 Jubilee Road 250-494-6921

Music on the Patio AdAms PeAnut Butter

Assorted Varieties

5.49 SALE 2 for $5

Reg.

ea.

While quantities last. Sale price in effect until September 6, 2014

13604 Victoria Road (In the Sungate Plaza)

250-494-8338 Proud to support the Kettle Valley Steam Railway

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

Saturday, October 4: Oktoberfest with Vic Saturday, October 11: Cod Gone Wild 6816 Andrew Ave Summerland Open 10 am - 5 pm May Through October or anytime by appointment. 250-494-7778 www.info@thornhaven.com

September 13-14: Summerland Fall Fair October 3-12: Fall Wine Festival 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