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After eight years, Ron Restrick is stepping down from his role as general manager of the Kettle Valley Steam Railway.

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Candidates

Candidates in the upcoming municipal election explain their reasons for running

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Business group

A women’s business group has grown to 220 members.

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In concert

A singer-songwriter will perform at Summerland Baptist Church later this month.

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Hockey action

The Summerland Steam faced teams from the East Kootenay and the Okanagan in recent Junior B hockey action.

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YOUR SMILE Start every day with a smile and get it over with.

Sister City

Carla McLeod Special to the Review

Summerland played host to a delegation from sister city Toyokoro, Japan. One of the many events they attended was the rededication of the Toro lantern at the health centre, a 1967 gift from Summerland’s Japanese-Canadian community.

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Hunters Hill plan approved by John Arendt

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After earlier concerns about the Hunters Hill Neighbourhood Plan, municipal approved the concept on Monday evening, but the decision was not unanimous. The proposed development, between Garnett Valley and Highway 97, has three separate titles with a total of 69 hectares. It can accommodate 35 to 40 lots of one hectare or larger. Patrick Murphy, one of the developers of the project, described it as “a really amazing opportunity for Summerland.” Speaking at a public hearing, Thor Clausen said he had concerns at first, but has since become a supporter of the concept. “I think it would be a really good development for the property,” he said. Some at the public hearing had concerns about the ability of the area to absorb additional water. Lorraine Bennest said the bedrock will not absorb water, so downstream property owners will be affected. “Ultim-

ately, the taxpayer will have to pay to correct problems,” she said. Lisa Scott, a member of the Summerland Environmental Sciences Group, said the decision should be delayed until an adequate environmental study can be conducted. Murphy said the low density of this proposed development would not result in the same drainage problems as have plagued property owners downhill from the Deer Ridge subdivision. When the proposal came before council in September, several council members raised similar concerns about drainage in the area. On Monday, Coun. Peter Waterman raised questions about the effects of water from the development on land in the area and on nearby properties. A pair of bylaws to amend the Official Community Plan to add the Hunters Hill Neighbourhood Plan and to amend the designation of the lands received council approval, with Waterman opposed.

the Summerland Chamber of Commerce will hold a candidates’ forum on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at the Summerland Secondary School gym. The doors will open at 6 p.m. and the forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. Mayoral candidates will face questions from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Following a 15-minute intermission, councillor candidates will take questions from 8 to 9:30 p.m.

Wilfred Barranoik of Westrand Consulting will be the moderator for this forum. Voting in the municipal election will be at Summerland Secondary School and Giant’s Head Elementary School on Nov. 15 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Advance voting will be held at municipal hall on Wednesday, Nov. 5 and Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

21 names on election ballot by John Arendt

Voters will have plenty of choices when they elect the new mayor and council on Nov. 15. There are five mayoral candidates and 16 councillor candidates on the ballot. Mayor Janice Perrino will not seek re-election. Instead, Coun. Orv Robson and Coun. Peter Waterman, both members of the present council, will seek the mayoral role.

In addition, former Summerland mayor David Gregory will also run for the position. Christopher BoisvertGilman and Roch Fortin are also in the running. For the six councillor positions, there are 16 candidates. From the present council, Coun. Robert Hacking, Coun. Martin Van Alphen and Coun. Bruce Hallquist will all seek reelection.

They will be joined by Doug Holmes, Erin Carlson, Daniel Papadopolous, Ken Rodocker, John Dorn, Erin Trainer, Marty Fisher, Denise MacDonald, Mark Smed, Janet Peake, Joel Gregg, Toni Boot and Richard Barkwill. There will not be a vote for Summerland’s two school board trustees, since Julie Planiden and Linda Van Alphen are in by acclamation. Prior to the election,

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Gregory wants to improve communications Former mayor David Gregory said he is up for the challenge again, and wants to change the way city council communicates with the community. Besides his time as mayor, Gregory is a former councillor, school board trust-

ee, union board of health director and minor hockey president. “I didn’t run in the last two elections because I wanted to do other things,” said Gregory. “I am so disappointed with my community. Spin pol-

itics now seems to be the mode of operation.” Gregory said Summerland needs a new Council that is honest and respectful of the public. pointing to the new library as an example of spin. “With the new

library on Main street, we have lost the facility for our Art Gallery, potters guild and the Red Cross,” he said, adding that the public was told the Okanagan Regional Library was responsible and was paying for it. In fact, he said,

Summerland pays $454,669 each year for library services plus tax assistance. The design, as well, he said is hardly larger than the former library and wasn’t developed in conjunction with user groups in the community.

A small business entrepreneur, and longstanding community advocate, Robert Hacking wishes to bring his knowledge and thoughtful, conscientious manner back in service at the council table for a second

term. “I am proud and fortunate to be able to call Summerland my home. We need to attract a balanced demographic of new and returning residents with what our community has to offer. Market-entry

housing options, a solid core commercial and industrial job base, and a vibrant agricultural tourism industry. We must showcase Summerland as not just a great place to visit, but also an amazing place to live and do

business in.” During his first term as councillor, Hacking has been directly involved in several key initiatives: new highway directional signage, a comprehensive and modern sign bylaw, new transit service to Penticton, a core management reorganization, and an upcoming review of highway speed limits and intersection improvements. Hacking has deep roots in the commun-

ity, born in Summerland General Hospital, and a graduate of Summerland Robert S e c o n d Hacking ary in 1997. Hacking has been a business operator in the downtown core for more than 10 years and is the manager of Bad Robot Computers and Electronics.

“ A l l o t h e r proposals had the library joined to a Community Centre/ David Cultural Gregory Centre. When buildings

are joined together, washrooms, staff rooms, kitchens and classrooms can be shared, making the building of a new Community Centre more realistic,” said Gregory. “How do we pay for a new community centre now?”

Doug Holmes, if he’s elected to municipal council, said he will bring some world wide experience to Summerland council. Though he is a 10-year resident of Summerland, Holmes has worked around the world. In London and Paris he was director of a British publishing firm and served on working groups for the United Nations, OECD, European Commission, and Commonwealth Secretariat. He has also worked in newspapers and CBC radio, in London, Bucharest, Hong Kong, Ottawa, Yellowknife and Inuvik. Holmes, 54, is a tennis coach and also as volunteer coach of the Summerland Secondary School Rockets. He is vice-president of the Lakeshore Racquets Club and Tennis Canada’s community champion for Summerland. “I’m running for Councillor because I care about Summerland and its future,” said Holmes. “I’m motivated by the desire to improve

our overall quality of life and make S u m merland the best community in Doug Canada Holmes for individuals and families to live, work, learn and play.” He added that he is one of the world’s experts on e-government and a pioneering advocate of the use of Internet technologies in the public sector. He worked in business development and marketing for Microsoft Corporation for about 10 years and is author of the book, eGov: e-Business Strategies for Government, an international business bestseller. “Summerland must continue to invest in its basic infrastructure – roads and utilities but also cultural and recreational assets,” said Holmes, who’s also a member of Summerland council’s community cultural advocacy committee.

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Carlson wants Peake has served on Ontario council conversation with council Erin Carlson, one of the Stop the Swap campaign founders, is stepping away from the group for a while to launch a different campaign. “I have decided that running for municipal council will be an effective way of creating a lasting impact from what we have started,” she said. Carlson said she has wanted to have a conversation with council. “When you are on council, your voice gets heard,” she said. “I would like to have a vote.” Her partner Bart Fieten, another member of the group, is also stepping aside. Carlson, a 26-yearold orchardist has a Bachelor of Science in agriculture and also

w o r k s as an administrator for B.C. Cherries. S h e said she wants to Erin bring a Carlson new tone, new perspective and a change of energy to council. Stop the Swap was founded in December 2013 to protest an ALR land exchange proposed by the municipal council that would see more than 80 hectares of some of the town’s best farming land removed from the ALR to be replaced with more than 90 hectares of inferior farming land farther out of town.

Barkwill sees land swap as critical issue Like many candidates in this year’s election, Richard Barkwill sees the land swap as a critical issue. Barkwill works for the Canada Revenue Agency, but lives on a farm with his wife Therese Washtock, their horses, dogs and chickens. He said there are other options for growth rather than pulling 80 hectares of farmland from the Agricultural Land Reserve. Barkwill believes Summerland’s arts community could enhance both the quality of life in Summerland and its economic growth if it was properly supported. He also believes developing programs and

services for seniors will attract m o r e re t i re e s , w h i c h will provide jobs Richard for all Barkwill skill levels. Barkwill said if elected, he will also be bringing his background as a Certified General Accountant with a Masters in Business Administration to the council table. “I am very concerned about the state of the town’s finances, but I also believe people are willing to pay taxes if they feel they are getting value for their money.”

Janet Peake might be a newish face in Summerland, but she’s not new to politics. Peake spent 19 years on council in a northern Ontario township, including seven years as mayor, finishing up in 2010, when she moved to the area. “I would really

like the opportunity to serve the people of Summerland,” said Peake, who is running for one of the six council seats. “I really like our community and I think it has great opportunities.” Peake said she wants to focus on revitalizing Summerland’s economic outlook.

“ W e need to b r i n g our business core to life again,” she said, explainJanet ing her Peake view that Summerland needs to attract young families for a

more rounded population and economy. “Summerland has a decent population, but we have more people that are retired than are in their working years,” she said, adding that young people in their earning years spend more in the economy. When it comes to the controversial land

swap, Peake said council needs to be careful and considerate. “Summerland has a kind of magical quality. It is very enchanting. It draws people because of the climate and the beautiful territory and the agriculture is part of that, so you have to safeguard it,” she said.

Smed seeks to represent community Mark Smed, candidate for Summerland council, said he’s been feeling disconnected from the decisions and direction of the current council. “I love Summerland, and running for council is an opportunity for me to give back to a community that has given so much to me,” said Smed, who is hoping to change council’s attitude if

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Selecting leadership When Summerland voters go to the polls on Nov. 15 to elect the next mayor and council, they will have plenty of choices. There are five candidates for the mayor’s position and 16 for the six councillor roles. Those who have put their names forward have offered to take on a difficult, demanding and sometimes uncomfortable role. The members of the next council will serve for 47 months and during that time, they will be asked to make many decisions affecting the community. Over the past year, the Urban Growth Plan has dominated discussions in Summerland and while this decision has some significant implications, it is by no means the only issue affecting the community. More often, items on a typical council agenda are much smaller in scope. They may include subdivision applications, development variance applications, requests for a one-time road closure to accommodate a street festival and the like. In addition, the members of the council must make some tough decisions each year about the municipal budget, tax rates, fees and charges and other financial items. At times, they will be asked to make decisions for which there are no easy choices. The work done at the council table, and in the related committees, will have a huge effect on day-to-day life for Summerlanders. Because of the importance of these roles, it is essential that the eligible voters get involved in this part of the political process. Learn about the candidates and their platforms. Compare their positions. Consider the direction they propose. And most importantly, be sure to vote. The outcome of the Nov. 15 municipal election will affect us all.

Over the years, Summerland and Toyokoro, Japan have developed a strong Sister City relationship. The latest visit, earlier this month, showed once again how these bonds of friendship have grown over the years. Toyokoro continues to send delegations to Summerland and each visitor is sure to remember the experience with fondness.

bad apples Time for truth in B.C. treaty talks

VICTORIA – Three years ago, long-time chief and band administrator Sophie Pierre sought an extension of her term leading the B.C. Treaty Commission and gave a warning. The federal and provincial government should start taking this long and costly effort seriously or “shut ’er down.” Last week Pierre wound up her sixth and final year as chief com- Tom Fletcher missioner on a slightly more hopeful note. This year, the Tla’amin Nation in the Powell River area and the Yale First Nation in the Fraser Canyon had their treaties proclaimed by Ottawa. They join the Maa-nulth First Nations on Vancouver Island and the Tsawwassen First Nation in leaving behind the Indian Act and the courts to get on with self-government. Tsawwassen in particular has moved ahead aggressively. Its shopping centre development near the ferry terminal is one of the largest commercial projects in the province right now. All of these treaties were negotiated despite multiple overlapping territorial claims around them, and similar progress has been made with the Tsimshian First Nations on the North Coast and elsewhere. The need for aboriginal people to work out their overlapping claim issues between

themselves was the focus of the commission’s 22nd annual report. In it, former chief commissioners Miles Richardson of the Haida Nation and Steven Point of the Sto:lo Nation added their influential voices, urging aboriginal communities to consider them shared territories, rather than clinging to ancient tribal rivalries. Another hopeful sign is that after seven years of commissions and studies, the federal government has finally given its negotiators a mandate to negotiate fisheries. This is the main reason why the Tla’amin waited five long years for Ottawa’s blessing after their treaty had been hammered out. This year’s landmark decision of the Supreme Court of Canada, recognizing Tsilhqot’in Nation title in the remote Nemiah Valley, has also got the attention of Victoria and Ottawa. Pierre noted the “flurry of activity” by Premier Christy Clark in seeking reconciliation, which will culminate this month with a formal apology for the hanging of Tsilhqot’in chiefs 150 years ago. Pierre said this court ruling “should destroy any lingering thoughts that this issue is not of the utmost importance, and provide the necessary investment, both financial and time commitment, to reach satisfactory conclusions.” That’s the good news for B.C.’s thorniest historical problem, the lack of treaties across most of the province. It’s also becoming clear-

er that the Tsilhqot’in ruling is unique. It’s unlikely to be repeated by most other First Nations, even if they are willing and able to spend the years and millions to enrich lawyers in pursuit of it. Here’s the bad news. As of this year, the B.C. Treaty Commission has paid out $627 million to First Nations to support treaty negotiations. Most of that is in the form of loans, which are to be repaid out of the cash settlements that Ottawa contributes to settle modern treaties. Pierre acknowledges that some communities are close to completing treaties, but their debt has climbed to near what Ottawa is offering. This would leave them free but broke. Others are just “spinning their wheels” with no real hope of achieving a treaty, Pierre said. The commission is calling for an “exit strategy” for these communities, starting with loan forgiveness that would allow them to pursue economic activity. There are First Nations, Westbank and Osoyoos prominent among them, which are thriving without treaties. Haida and Klahoose have developed successful forest products businesses as they move toward self-government. Federal and provincial governments must recognize the successes, and the failures. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca.

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Rattlesnake proposal not supported Dear Editor: This is my feedback on the Rattlesnake Mountain development proposal. I am not in favour of it for the following reasons, not in order of priority: o This development is clearly urban sprawl which, in past OCP and other future

planning studies, was rejected by residents of Summerland for well documented reasons. o There is enough available property in the urban growth area for up to 30 years, depending on how it is used. o Future water supply is tenu-

ous given climate change;we need to save more water,not waste it,especially for agriculture. The Okanagan, a semi-arid steppe ecosystem, currently uses more water per capita than most areas of Canada. o Equally uncertain is the world’s economy, which falls

right back to the Okanagan; economic boom days are forever over and we’d best plan accordingly. Not only will young families in the future not be able to count on permanent employment to buy into this development,the cost of building a home

here will preclude this. Just the mention of businesses such as riding stables, wineries and other high end activities speaks volumes as to the incongruity of the developers thinking. o This whole area is part of the endangered grasslands ecosystem in

the Okanagan and should be rated at ESA1, not ESA2. It is incredulous to me that the environmental field assessment was done in only a few days and in February and April, winter and early spring, when many plants are not in bud or flower,

The early years

Going places

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“I’ve Been Everywhere,” “North, to the Yukon,” or “Blue Okanagan”… we’re not sure what these two young ladies were pickin’ and singin’ but we do know they were on the Okanagan Highway at the corner of Lakeshore and Peach Orchard Road in the 1940s. At that time it was the main highway through Summerland. The highway, previously along the lakeshore all the way to Peachland, was changed by the Summerland Automobile Association to head up Peach Orchard Road and follow a wagon trail higher up on the hills, actually along the current path of Highway 97. By the way, the young lady with the guitar is Hilda Schramm (nee Thomas) but we’re not sure of the identity of the other half of the duet. For more information about the highway or to fill us in on who the other singer was, please contact the Summerland Museum.

many hibernating fauna species have not emerged and most bird migrants have not yet returned or in insufficient numbers to give an accurate assessment of species presence and numbers. The B.C. blue-listed Gray Flycatcher in the Summerland area returns in significant numbers only in the last week of April and many not until May, as a prime example of how such assessments can be unacceptably flawed. o The plan of diverting water into the ephemeral ponds does not take into consideration the real possibility of water contaminated by salt and oil. It also appears that plans to mitigate the very real concern of infilling by sediment are inadequate. o I am very concerned that the adjacent crown land north of this area will be deemed to be a personal back yard playground by the high-end residents. Thus, ATVs, dirt bikes and even many mountain bikes will degrade the sensitive ecosystem, harass and endanger wildlife, destroy flora. I have seen too much of this on all the surrounding mountains to support the validity of my concern. o This development is based purely on speculation. I cannot comprehend any developer financing this house of cards. Laurie Rockwell Summerland

Columnist should not write news articles Dear Editor: I peruse the Summerland Review occasionally. When I do, always count on Tom Fletcher’s column to fill me in on the latest right-wing, cli-

mate change denier thinking. As an acknowledged conservative flack, Fletcher is a decent writer and can on occasion be mildly entertaining.

But to my surprise in last week’s paper, I go from his highly opinionated opinion column on Page 4, sympathizing with the plight of poor beleaguered petroleum megacor-

porations, to an actual “news” article about LNG on Page 13, authored by the same Tom Fletcher! Journalism 101 clearly explains that writers of edi-

torial and opinion columns do not write news stories as well. I guess Tom Fletcher missed that class. Don Gayton Summerland

Motorcycle riders collected toys and donations Dear Editor: The Okanagan Motorcycle Riders

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for 2014. This year we were able to raise $1,850 and approximately 300 toys were donated. Further donations are always welcome at St. Vincent de Paul Society located at St. Ann’s Hall, 1296

Main St., Penticton. We appreciate your generosity in helping put a smile on the faces of the children of the South Okanagan who may otherwise not have a gift at Christmas. We would also

like to thank all the participants who showed and rode. We couldn’t have such a successful event without your overwhelming support. Roy Colmer, Toy Run Director, OMRA

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Hallquist spent years Van Alphen seeks second term in community service Bruce Hallquist is seeking another term as councillor. Hallquist is a lifetime Summerlander, with more than 40 years of business and community service. He was the recipient of the 2006 BC Community Achievement Award. For the last 11 years he was part of a society that raised $3 million for the youth community through the retail operation of the Penny Lane Stores. He has also spent years on council, and served on many

committees. “I believe in a common sense, balanced approach to deciBruce sion makHallquist i n g , ” Hallquist said. “I am open minded and support innovative ideas for community services. I believe council, as a team, should provide our municipality with a shared present and future vision, through

leadership by them.” Hallquist believes creating jobs is vital to the community, through the promotion of a newly created industrial park. “I believe we need to ensure we have long term growth planning in place and a financial strategy to go with it,” he said. “Redevelopment in the downtown is essential to the long term sustainability of our community. As your councillor, I would be the voice of experience.”

Martin Van Alphen describes himself as an ordinary, average guy. “What you see is what you get,” said Van Alphen, who is running for a second term as a municipal councillor. “I’m not a politician. I’m a leader, not a follower, and I speak my mind.” He describes himself as pro-growth, pro-industry and pro-agriculture.

“We need to continue to look at alternative revenue sources other than taxation, such as ag leases and gravel extraction,” he said. “We need different housing options for young families in the community, not necessarily gated communities and 55 plus. We need to continue to lobby senior government for grant opportunities such as for our Garnett Val-

ley water twinning project.” D u ring his first term on council, Van Alphen Martin said one Van Alphen of the toughest decisions was the reduction of municipal staff. This resulted in labour savings of $550,000. He was also a

member of the founding committee of Summerland BullyFree. Van Alphen said he takes seriously his role at the council table. “I remain committed to the community of Summerland and have not missed a council meeting in three years,” he said. “I will continue to be approachable to all Summerland residents on all issues.”

MacDonald has worked with B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association Denise MacDonald, long a supporter of agriculture, is seeking a seat on Summerland’s municipal council. While she has not served at the council table in the past, she has spent seven years on the executive of the B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association.

“The industry changed a huge amount,” she said of her time on the executive. While she describes herself as a team player, able to work with almost anyone, she added that she insists on honest and open communications. She said those

at the council table must remember they who they are to represent. “Keep in mind who you are there for,” she said. “You are there for the people of this town.” Earlier this year, MacDonald had concerns about the municipality’s urban growth plan and its

possible effects, especially since this was not the first time the municipality went through the removal of a significant amount of Agricultural Land Reserve land. “We’ve already gone through the removal of land in the Prairie Valley area,” she said.

Papadopoulos wants to see younger faces on council If elected, Daniel Papadopoulos will be one of the youngest faces at Summerland council. And though the 26-year-old has only lived in Summerland for a year, he isn’t new to the com-

munity. “I pretty much grew up coming here every summer and I have been going to council meetings for quite a while now, said Papadopoulos. “I am just interested in giving my

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PLATFORM: • Withdraw the application to the Agricultural Land Commission to remove 200 acres of good farm land. • Form a “Mayor’s Task Force” of all Stakeholders to re-energize Summerland’s Economy • Grow our Financial Reserves • Expand our Transit Service • Develop a comprehensive plan to protect our watershed from wildfires • Domestic water for Garnet Valley users through water separation ACHIEVEMENTS: • Major staffing changes at City Hall in cooperation with council colleagues • As your Okanagan Regional Library Board Rep I have worked hard since 2005, and now we have a new library under construction • I was a strong advocate for a Transit Service, now in place • A strong experienced voice for a new fair approach to domestic water use, now in place

input.” Papadopoulos has noticed there aren’t as many young people in the community anymore, and thinks younger faces on council would give it some diversity. Along with working as a glassworker, Papadopoulos is a landowner, with two properties in Mission and another couple in downtown Summerland. “I rent them out, so I am currently managing all that,” he said.

While he is not willing to take a position on the land swap issue, Papadopoulos did say he has been talking to people and getting ideas about what they want. “It’s a really nice community, it’s quiet, it is very safe. I get to see people in the street and say hi to them and they know me,” he said. “I think the downtown, it would be nice if it was a little bit busier and people were out a little later.”

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Chamber has questions for candidates In the past year, Summerland residents have had many discussions around topics such as Agricultural Land Reserve land, community culture, downtown revitalization, the new library and a host of other issues. When the nomination period for municipal elections closed last Friday afternoon, 23 local individuals had indicated that they were prepared to put their money where their mouth is and dedicate their next four years to public life. Two of these candidates have already been acclaimed and

Chamber Corner

Arlene Fenrich we will all be well served by Linda Van Alphen and Julie Planiden as our school trustees. We wish them well in their work. The remaining 21 people must now earn our votes as we select a mayor and

six councillors. Anyone who has attended a council meeting knows that these people must work hard and come to the table prepared to deal with issues that may be exciting but are much more often routine. With district income and expenses approaching $28 million this year, there is a lot to talk about. Many of these issues affect businesses differently than households so this year the chamber is asking council and mayoral candidates to answer a series of business related questions.

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We will be posting their answers on our blog on Wednesdays and Fridays in the lead up to the election. By the time you read this column, the first responses will already be posted and if you follow us on Facebook you’ll know when new

answers are available. We believe these questions and answers will give readers more insight into each candidate’s perspective and get them thinking about the unique needs of the business community. If you’re interested

in the business community of Summerland, we hope you’ll read them too. The chamber wishes to thank all candidates for their time and willingness to serve our community. Good luck to everyone. We always appreciate your feedback.

Please contact me at president@summerlandchamber.com or Christine Petkau at manager@summerlandchamber.com. Arlene Fenrich is president of the Summerland Chamber of Commerce. All of the members of the board of directors serve as volunteers.

YOur COmmunitY COnneCtiOn 13211 Henry Avenue 250-494-6451 • www.summerland.ca MAYOR: Janice Perrino COUNCILLORS: Lloyd Christopherson, Robert Hacking, Bruce Hallquist, Orv Robson, Marty Van Alphen, Peter Waterman

ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES Advance Voting will be open at the Municipal Hall, Council Chambers, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C. on Wednesday, November 5th, 2014 and Wednesday, November 12th, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Note: Any qualified elector may vote at an advance voting opportunity. ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS Resident Electors: • a Canadian citizen; • are 18 years of age or older when you register to vote or will be 18 years of age or older on general voting day; • have been a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day of registration; • have lived in the jurisdiction where you intend to vote for at least 30 days immediately before the day of registration; and • are not disqualified under the Local Government Act, or by any other enactment, or by law from voting in a local election.

election; and • if there is more than one registered owner of the property, only one of those individuals may, with the written consent of the majority of the owners, register as a non-resident property elector.

You will be required to produce two pieces of identification (at least one with a signature) when applying to vote. Picture identification is not necessary. Your identification must prove both residency and identity. Examples of acceptable identification include: • B.C. Driver’s License • B.C. Identification Card • ICBC Vehicle Insurance documents • BC CareCard or Gold CareCard • Social Insurance Card • Citizenship Card • District of Summerland property tax notice Non-Resident Property Electors: • credit card or debit card • a Canadian citizen; are 18 years of age or older when • utility bills issued for the supply of electricity, natural you register to vote or will be 18 years of age or older on gas, water, telephone services or cable TV general voting day; • Canadian Passport • have been a resident of British Columbia for at least 6 For further information, contact Maureen Fugeta, months immediately before the day of registration; Chief Election Officer at 404-4057. • are the registered owner of real property in the District of Summerland for at least 30 days immediately before REGULAR VOTING DAY IS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2014 – the day of registration; • are not disqualified under the Local Government Act, or TAKING PLACE AT SUMMERLAND SECONDARY SCHOOL AND GIANTS by any other enactment, or by law from voting in a local HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FROM 8:00AM TO 8:00PM.

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with a dental hygienist every 3, 4 or 6 months. If you have gum disease (bone loss around your teeth, bleeding gums) then you should be seen more often (3-4 months). We take measurements around each tooth to help decide the health of your gums. The goal of the cleaning is to keep your teeth, bone, and gums healthy for many years to come. Your individual needs and what your insurance policy covers may not agree. Insurance policies are written for a large group of people and are rarely tailored to individuals. I encourage you to look into the specific details of your policy to see what exactly is covered every 9 months. Sometimes the cleaning is covered 2 or 3 times a year and it the only the checkup exam that is limited to 9 months. The terms of the policy are not written with the intent or goal for you to maintain a healthy mouth, but to assist you with your financial investment. Your hygienist is concerned with you and understands your unique situation. My best advice would be for you to find a dental team that you can trust and allow them to work with you on your dental goals.

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Restrick retires from Kettle Valley Railway by Carla McLeod Special to the Review After eight years as general manager at the Kettle Valley Steam Railway, Ron Restrick has announced his retirement. Although his last day was officially Oct. 15, he has agreed to stay on for an additional 90 days as a consultant to the individual who will be replacing him. Restrick came to the KVSR with a B.C. Rail background and with tourism management training. “I felt excited about the things that could be changed to make things safer and more appealing,” he said. One of his goals was to facilitate more riders, which in turn would result in more money being spent in Summerland. During his tenure at the railway, several changes were made. One of the first things to be done was to have new washrooms built. Other improvements included a concrete base being poured under the picnic area and having a portion of the parking lot paved, making it easier for

people with physical disabilities to get to the station. “We finally got Shop 3 in, which in my opinion was the best thing we ever did,” said Restrick. “After what happened in Lac-Megantic, I was always concerned that something would happen as far as the railcars, here. We use to park them all on the main line and it is all on a grade. Now we’ve alleviated that concern.” He explained that the railcars are now parked in Shop 3, which is in essence a bowl, so they cannot roll either way. Repairs have also been done along the actual rail line. More than 3,000 railway ties have been purchased and replaced over the years. Restrick said that being a general manager is a very diverse position to have, especially for a nonprofit society. “We have a very small staff and everyone kicks in and does what they can and I did that too.” He explained that his was not a glamorous position and that it was not beneath him to clean

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the washrooms if that was what needed doing. His management style was one of leading by example. The challenges he faced on a day to day basis revolved around keeping up with the continuous changes to regulations. He spoke of government red tape in regards to lands and forest use, safety and to grant applications. “We operate for three months of the year but the nine months is when the work takes place to make that three

months happen,” he said. Restrick has enjoyed his time at the KVSR. The rewards for him have been the people and the feedback he received from them. “People are pleased with what this operation is,” he said. “Our volunteers, our staff, our board of directors have made it what it is today.” The volunteers were often the people that kept Restrick going and he said he was often envious of them because they

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were doing something “altruistic” and “doing out of the goodness of their hearts. “He feels it is now time for him to do the same. He is looking forward to having the freedom to do some world travelling but also to give back to the community. “I can’t see myself sitting in a coffee shop talking about the old days,” he said. Restrick plans on remaining in Summerland and “using it as a staging platform” for himself. 19th Annual

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Boot wants input from electorate For Toni Boot, the members of Summerland’s municipal council must make decisions while taking into account the input and opinions of public. Boot, a small business owner, said the municipality’s Urban Growth Plan earlier this year was a factor in her decision to seek public office. “The debacle that was the proposed land swap this year clearly revealed the current council has forgotten they are elected officials and their priority should be to represent the electorate,” she said. “They are elected to set policy and provide leadership, but to me that does not mean ignoring the overriding opinion of the citizens of Summerland.” If she is elected, she said she would vote against the land exchange should the Agricultural Land

C o m mission approve i t . Instead, she will work to establish a policy Toni to protect Boot agricultural land in Summerland. She would also work developing a comprehensive economic development plan, to build a more self-reliant community, examine and adjust procedures to ensure an “open for business” policy for entrepreneurs and institute and support programs and services that encourage healthy lifestyles. “I believe a strong and energetic mayor and council can accomplish a lot in four years,” she said. “I hope to be able to bring my skills to the table and work on these areas I am most passionate about.”

Congestion and land use concern Fisher The municipality’s Urban Growth Plan, discussed and considered by municipal council earlier this spring, led Marty Fisher to run for a councillor role in next month’s municipal election. “I really don’t like seeing good land being cemented down,” he said. Fisher worked in intermediate and extended care nursing homes in the past. Now retired, he has lived in Summerland since November of last year. He said he is concerned with how rapid, dense growth could alter Summerland. “I just don’t want to see the same things happening here that happened in the Lower Mainland,”

he said, explaining that the cong e s tion has caused problems in towns Marty and cities Fisher there. He would also like to see long-term planning for the community. “I’d really like to see houses last as long as the trees it took to make them,” he said. The Nov. 15 municipal election is the first time Fisher has run as a candidate.

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Award given for RCMP building by Steve Kidd Black Press Along with networking and information, Summerland got to bring home an award from the annual Union of B.C. Municipalities conference last month. In this case, the new award to add to the showcase is for the new RCMP building, with the Wood WORKS! BC recognizing the community’s choice to use wood as the building material with a Community Recognition Award. “They presented us with an award for our support of the B.C. wood industry, because we used so much wood with the RCMP building,” said Mayor Janice Perrino. “When we built the

building, the intention was to use as much wood as possible,” she said. “It is exactly the same scenario with the library and this is what it is about, it is about supporting the B.C. wood industry and making sure we make good use of wood in our buildings, because it is all about smart building for our community.” The building was completed in July 2012, just over two years ago, at a cost of just over $4 million, according to Perrino, who added the project was completed on time and on budget. Using wood helped keep the costs down, she said. “Wood is a lovely product to work with. It manoeuvres much more so than concrete and steel and

it just has such a lovely warmth to it and very safe to work with, very conducive to air movement, things like that,” said Perrino. “It is less expensive, it is much more appealing to the eye and it is much easier to work with. And it is a renewable industry in BC and it is an industry we want to support.” The awards are presented annually to communities that have been exemplary advocates for wood use in public structures. This may be demonstrated through the specification of wood in a community project or through visionary initiatives that work toward building a community culture of wood. “Local governments want a lower carbon footprint,

lower building costs, and warm, beautiful and humancentred environments that British Columbians love. Wood provides those benefits while telling a community’s story and making a positive statement about its values,” said Lynn EmburyWilliams, executive director, Wood WORKS! BC. “We are pleased to see the tremendous use of wood in community structures throughout the province,” said James Gorman, president and CEO, Council of Forest Industries. “This is clear evidence of a new generation of local government leaders who have added wood champion to their already overflowing leadership roles in their communities.”

Air Cadets spend day gliding Air Cadets from 902 Summerland Squadron recently spent the day in Oliver, taking part in the Air Cadet Gliding Program that runs each spring and fall. The cadets spent the day on the airfield where they learned airfield operations, circuit procedures and the theory of flight. The highlight of the program was when they set foot in the aircraft, riding in the Schweitzer 2-33A glider and Cessna 182 aircraft. The opportunity to apply for a scholarship course to earn a Transport Canada glider pilot license, is available to cadets once they have reached the age of 16. At the age of 17 they have the opportunity to apply for the Power Pilot Scholarship where successful candidates will earn their Transport Canada private pilot license. Interest in these programs is high and the competition is steep. Though aviation is at the heart of the air cadet program, there are lots of other career paths that air cadets can take if aviation isn’t their pri-

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Renewing a long relationship Spirit of community shines on Carla McLeod

A delegation from Summerland’s sister city, Toyokoro, Japan, arrived in town last week. On Tuesday morning a welcome reception was held at city hall with mayor and council in attendance along with the sister city committee. The welcome was also a chance for chamber of commerce members and local business owners to show off their goods and discuss possible trade opportunities with Toyokoro. Mayor Takashi Miyaguchi said he was honoured to be welcomed so warmly. He, along with Noriyuki Shima, chair of Toyokoro’s sister city association, expressed interest in exchanging information to develop business and trade opportunities and hoped the trade conference would be fruitful and successful. Also at the welcome, Emiko Sato carried out a Japanese tea ceremony for 20 people selected to take part. The tea ceremony is an important tradition in Japan, started some 400 years ago and viewed as the art of spiritual exchange between host and guest. The Toyokoro delegation was kept busy during their visit, visiting attractions, businesses in the area, from

municipal buildings and schools to the Seniors’ Village and the Museum, shopping in downtown Summerland and eating at local restaurants. They also enjoyed the hospitality of their host families. On Wednesday, a ceremony was held at Kin Park where a bench was unveiled and dedicated to Toyokoro in honour of the relationship between the two cities. The bench was a gift to Toyokoro from the sister city committee and funds received from the city were used to plant a garden and place an arch over the bench. The delegates also attended the re-

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Emiko Sato presents a Japanese tea ceremony for guests at the Toyokoro welcome reception.

dedication of the Toro lantern at the health centre on Thursday. A farewell party was held at the arena banquet room on Thursday evening, where guests enjoyed a traditional thanksgiving turkey dinner paired with local Okanagan wines. The evening included a fashion show and entertainment followed by speeches and the presentation of gifts. In her farewell speech to the delgation, Summerland Mayor Janice Perrino said the sister city relationship with Toyokoro, Japan is one of the most important relationships that Summerland has maintained for more than 20 years. The relationship brings opportunities for youth, business, new community ideas and cultural exchanges. She thanked Toyokoro for their friendship and invited them to come back soon. “Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I strongly believe Summerland and Toyokoro have an eternal friendship,” responded Miyaguchi. It was an emotional night for many, having to say good-bye, but also looking forward to and making plans for the 20th anniversary of the Sister City relationship in 2016, when a delegation from Summerland will visit Japan.

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Carla McLeod A re-dedication ceremony of the stone Toro Lantern was held at the Summerland Health Centre on Thursday. Among those attending the celebration were members of the Japanese Canadian community of Summerland and the delegation visiting from our Sister City, Toyokoro, Japan. The Toro Lantern has graced the grounds of the Health Centre (former Hospital) since 1967. It was gifted to the District of Summerland by the Japanese Canadian community living here at that time. Not only was it given to help celebrate Canada’s Centennial but it was also a way for them to say thank you. During WWII Summerland stood behind their Japanese Canadian citizens and did not send them to the internment camps. “No matter how many years later, it is always important to remember what happened during WWII and give thanks for the blessings we have today” Mayor Janice Perrino told those gathered. “Taking care of our citizens was basic for Summerland and their thanks to this community in return was extraordinary.” Thanking those in attendance for coming Carla McGregor, Administrative Support Services Coordinator of the Summerland Health Centre said, “Thank you also for helping us Canadian citizens to become a country who values the cultures of other nations.” Inviting everyone to hold hands during the re-dedication ceremony, Lori Motluk, from Interior Health said that, “today our community is a global one.” “The story behind the lantern is one of community and of people caring and coming together during difficult times,” she said. Mayor Perrino and Mayor Miyaguchi of Toyokoro together planted a tree near the lantern. In doing so they symbolized the importance of recognizing the value and the rights of all members in the community. Following the ceremony, the visiting delegates from Toyokoro had the opportunity to meet the Japanese Canadian residents of Summerland, at a tea that was hosted by Interior Health.

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Strengthening Sister City ties

Key to the visit of the Toykoro delegation was a re-dedication of the Toro lantern, above, which has graced the grounds of the Summerland Health

Centre since it was gifted to the community by Japanese Canadian residents in 1967. Summerlanders and members, top, of the Toyokoro

delegation gather for a group photo at the farewell party last week. Right, Keith Carlson of Carcajou Fruit Company prepares apple slices for Toyokoro delegates, part of a display of local products to encourage discussion of trade opportunities with Toyokoro. Right below, Mayor Takashi Miyaguchi, Mayor Janice Perrino and Darlene Forsdick, chair of the Summerland sister city committee along with Noriyuki Shima, chair of the sister city association in Toyokoro, cut the ribbon on a bench unveiled in honour of Summerlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long relationship with Toyokoro. Below, Taylor Arkesteyn, Brianna Ure and Shelley Parker, dressed and coordinated by Emiko Sato, model kimonos.

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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 250-4941990. Carpet bowling at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre is 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 of the month at 1 p.m. at the A&W in Summerland. Everyone welcome. Seniors’ volleyball at

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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. 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 time-honoured art please contact Juliet at 250-494-1278 or Marilyn at 250-494-6434.

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

members are welcome. For more information, phone Fred Monteith at 250-497-8490.

Saturday Chris Czajkowski, author of Cabin at Singing River, will tour with her new book And the River Still Sings on Oct. 18 at 2:30 p.m. in the Summerland Library. Admission by donation. Fashion show hosted by the Anglican Church Women’s Group on Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. in the parish hall at St. Stephen Anglican Church. Reserve your ticket by calling Marlene at 250494-7813 or Gail at 250494-3068. Friends of the Ornamental Gardens and the RDOS are offering a two-day master composter/recycler course on Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Ornamental Gardens. Register by Oct. 16 at 250-490-4129 or e-mail info@rdos.bc.ca. For more info, contact Cameron Baughen at 250-490-4203 or cbaughen@rdos.bc.ca. The MAUD Run, honouring the legacy of Ellen Maud Lloyd, takes place on Oct. 18 at 10 a.m., starting at Lakeshore Fitness. Enter by donating your time, a small amount of cash, or your pledge to donate blood. This event was born of the gratitude she felt towards all the anonymous donors whose blood helped to sustain her through months of treatment for leukemia. For more info, visit maudrun.com. The members of the Summerland Dance Club invite couples to the first dance of the 2014 to 2015 season on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion. Future dances will be held Nov. 8, Dec. 6, Jan. 10, Feb. 7, March 14, April 11 and May 9. For further information call Anne Ling at 250-4947168 or Ron Hack at 250-486-6858.

Sunday Vintage Car Club, South Okanagan Chapter, meets the last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Youth Centre on Peach Orchard Road. Anyone interested in vintage cars (those 25 years or older) is invited to attend. For more information on the club phone 250-494-5473.

Monday Beginner Tai Chi on Mondays at 2 p.m. at the Summerland Legion. Continuing classes at

s 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. Do you like tennis, badminton or table tennis? Then you will enjoy playing pickleball. One of the fastest growing sports in North America, pickleball is suitable for all ages, easy to learn, yet can be challenging and fast-paced. Join the folks who play at the Summerland Baptist Church gym, Victoria Road entrance, Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. 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 250494-7127. 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 250494-4293. Birthright, serving the South Okanagan, has Monday 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. The Summerland Crokinole Club meets Monday nights at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Summerland Seniors Centre. Contact Darlene at 250-494-9310.

Tuesday Bridge games at St. Stephen’s Church Hall on Tuesdays beginning at 1 p.m. New players are always welcome. Refreshments served. Call 250-494-6116 or 250-494-5363. Dementia Caregiver Support Group — Are you providing care or support for someone dealing with Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Please join us at our Summerland meeting to explore how we can assist you. The meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the

Thursday, October 16, 2014 Summerland Review 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 250-809-2087. 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. S u m m e r l a n d Farmers’ Market in Memorial Park, Wharton Street, every Tuesday April through October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information call Paul at 250-494-0540. 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. Tai chi at the Summerland Seniors’ Centre,Tuesdays at 9 a.m. for beginners, 10 a.m. for advanced, and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for beginner and intermediate. For more information call Nancy at 250-494-8902. 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 B.C. Government Retired Employee Association monthly meeting Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 10 a.m. at the Penticton Library

Theatre. Sandy Wilson, producer and director of My American Cousin will be the guiest speaker. 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. Bridge lessons for the novice. Learn the basics in a nine week session, Wednesdays beginning Oct 1, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre. Nominal fee payable by Oct 15. 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 250494-5851. 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 902 Summerland Air Cadets parade Wednesday nights, from 6:15 to 9:30 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. All youth aged 12 to 18 welcome. Call the Air Cadet office at 250494-7988. Tyler Willis is the commanding officer. The Summerland Badminton Club plays every Wednesday at 7 p.m. all year. Shaun at 250-494-1513.

Upcoming Items were left at the Summerland Fall Fair. Call the Fall Fair office to claim. The items include a child’s scooter, a girl’s purple sun hat, camouflage sunglasses, a stainless steel travel mug and a blue folding camp chair. Call 250583-9178.

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Bell to perform in Summerland by Kristi Patton Black Press At eight years old Steve Bell honed his skills with notorious Canadian men. They were not award-winning musicians sought after by promoters. Rather, they were Canada’s most unwanted men: prisoners in Drumheller and Stony Mountain federal penitentiaries where his father was a chaplain. “I remember the first time the door to the chapel opened up and the inmates filed in. I was so disappointed how human they looked,” Bell recalled. “Jamming with them probably shaped my view of humanity more than anything else.” Part of his success in the music industry, that has led to a 25-year solo career, is thanks to several of those inmates who invested to him. Their Saturday afternoon jam sessions in those chapels helped him hone his skills as a musician and as a songwriter. “These guys were well-worn but very human. They had spouses, children and for whatever reason got caught up in something. I learned that no matter what, people are people and each one has a gift. We are all wounded in some way or another and the interactions I had brought this wide scope of humanity into my vision,” said Bell. Those experiences helped him develop messages of love, hope and faith in his songs, stories and writings. He went on to release 18 albums and earn several accolades and awards including two Junos and three Western Canadian Music Awards. Bell’s recording career began at 13 with his family’s gospel band, the Alf Bell Family Singers. After graduating from high school he was a member of a number of bands playing music ranging from folk to jazz-rock and country. Bell eventually left the Manitoba folk trio

Elias, Schritt & Bell, a band which toured with the Pointer Sisters, and then formed the Winnipeg-based independent record label Signpost Music and released his first solo album. Celebrating over two decades of music he is set to release a four-album package called Pilgrimage, funded partially through a Kickstarter campaign. The box set includes Pilgrimage, featuring 12 new songs; Unadorned, were songs selected by friends and fans re-recorded with just vocals and guitar; Good Company songs recorded by his friends and Landscapes which is 17 previously released songs remixed as instrumental versions. “Good Company was the secret work of some friends that wanted to help me celebrate my career. It is probably the creative affirmation for me when other songwriters choose to sing your songs. It was supposed to be a gift just for me, but after the secret got out we decided it should be included in the boxset,” said Bell. A relentless touring musician, Bell still has found time to live out those lessons in compassion he learned at an early age. He has worked on behalf of aid organizations such as World Vision, Compassion Canada, the Canadian Foodgrains Bank in advocacy and awareness roles. He also has a close association with the National Roundtable on Homelessness and Poverty and sits on the board of Street Level, a Canadian forum on homelessness designed to support those who serve the poor and disadvantaged. With 25 years

behind a microphone, Bell said he is excited to see what the next 25 will hold. “Each record is almost like a photo album; you listen to it and see what happened in your life at that time and it can be definitive of who you are at that point,” said Bell. “I’m at a shift in my life of looking backwards as much as I am looking forwards. I’m very reflective and put value on the things I have done while still adjusting my course into the second-half of my life and music can be very reflective in doing that.” Bell is also the focus of a featurelength documentary, Burning Ember, that tells the ups-anddowns of his career and musical journey that has inspired countless lives. For the past year a film crew followed him from Seattle to Prince Edward Island and San Antonio to Los Angeles. During this time Bell performed in countryside halls for 150 people, the president of CBS in their studios, to a capacity crowd at Massey Hall with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. “They picked a really good year to do this because I performed in front of such a wide swath. It is one of the things I love doing. I think it is just like a painter with so many different mediums. There is something you can do with watercolours that you can’t do with acrylics. I think in many different mediums in my art and it brings so many different possibilities for me,” said Bell. Bell is currently on a 31-date tour across Canada performing on Oct. 18 at the Summerland Baptist Church. The concert starts at 7 p.m.

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Women’s business group at 220 members by Steve Kidd Black Press

There’s been a new business group quietly growing in Summerland over the past year. Maybe not so quietly. Since last November, Women Who Mean Business has grown from an

initial meeting of about 20 people to 220 members. “We don’t get the full 220 come to each meeting. Normally, it’s around 12 to 30. But it is different faces each time,” said Dianne Owen. Owen, who owns Beauty and the Brit Esthetics, said she

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started the group when she noticed a lack in Summerland. “I’ve been going to Business after Business meetings, and I have been going to Penticton Women in Business meetings and I thought that Summerland was missing out on something like that,” she said. Unlike those groups, Owens said her group isn’t as strictly business-oriented. “It’s not just women in business only, it’s for the retired, its for the homemakers, its

for anyone,” said Owens. “I think at our second meeting a lady that makes homemade soaps got connected with a winery here and ended up getting a contract to supply all the soaps for their wine shop, using the crushed seeds left over from grapes.” The group meets once a month, at a different location each time, and Owens said she usually invites a local winery in to do tastings, and help create more of a social atmosphere. “A lot of people are in business, so they

are there for the networking, but they are breaking off and having the social side to it as well, whether it be at the meeting or after the meeting,” said Owens. “I would like to see the group grow and I would like people to know that it is for everybody.” Owens said she got the idea from her clients, after hearing from many that it would be nice to have this kind of group. However, she never thought it would grow so fast. “I had hoped it would fill a niche,

but i didn’t realize we would be at 220 members already,” said Owens, adding that besides the meetings, a lot of the group interaction is through its Facebook page, Women Who Mean Business (Summerland). The Facebook page has also become a way for group members to help each other out, according to Owens, who said she has had only positive feedback so far. “It’s not a feminist group in any way, but it is about women supporting each

other, whatever way that comes in a small town,” said Owens. The group, she said, isn’t time-consuming to organize. Once she has found a host for the month’s meeting, she organizes a winery to do a tasting, and invites the group through Facebook. “There really isn’t a lot more to it than that, other than showing up. There is no money that changes hands, not a penny anywhere. It is free to join, free to come. It is just fun and connecting,” said Owens.

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When B.C.’s wood products trade mission visited Nanjing, China five years ago, government and industry representatives watched lumber being hauled by labourers with ropes onto the roofs of a vast expanse of concrete apartment buildings. Trusses were built using hammers and handsaws, to replace thousands of roofs damaged by the deadly 2008 Sichuan

earthquake. Builders were pleased with the new method, which replaced angle iron pulled up to the roofs and welded into trusses. When B.C.’s annual delegation returned to Nanjing this Thanksgiving weekend for its annual Asia sales trip, Forests Minister Steve Thomson said the roof reconstruction work continues. But now wood construction has become more sophisticated in Jiangsu Province, a centre of electronics

and other industries whose gross domestic product is half as much as all of Canada. “They’re doing residential properties, they’re also doing recreational properties, the villas, planned communities,” Thomson said in a phone interview from Nanjing Oct. 11. Thomson also met with executives of Sinar Mas, the Indonesian conglomerate that has invested heavily in

B.C.’s wood pulp industry through its Richmond-based subsidiary Paper Excellence. The B.C. delegation toured the world’s largest paper mill, which uses all of the production from Mackenzie Pulp in northern B.C. and most of Howe Sound Pulp and Paper. Paper Excellence also owns the pulp mill in Skookumchuck in the Kootenays, and this spring it purchased the former Tembec pulp mill in Chetwynd that has

been shut down since 2012. The annual lumber trade mission is required by B.C. legislation. Thomson said the next stop in Beijing is for his first meetings with national-level Chinese officials, before the group heads to Tokyo and Seoul, South Korea. Lumber purchases to China have risen steadily in the past decade, with sales surpassing the U.S. for the first time in 2011.

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Taking measures against a terrorist group This week in the House of Commons, a majority of Members of Parliament, including government, independents and one Green MP voted in support of a government motion to engage in a six-month aerial combat mission against the terrorist group ISIL. As I believe in the significant importance of this motion I have included the full text for your review: That this House (i) recognize that the leadership of the terrorist group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) has called on its members to target Canada and Canadians at home and abroad, (ii) further recognize the clear and direct threat that ISIL poses to the people of the region, including members of vulnerable religious and ethnic minority groups who have been subjected to a sustained campaign of brutal sexual violence, murder, and barbaric intimidation by ISIL, (iii) accept that, unless confronted with strong and direct force, the threat ISIL poses to international peace and security, including to Canadian communities, will continue to grow, (iv) affirm Canada’s desire, consistent with Canadian values and interests, to protect the vulnerable and innocent civilians of the region, including through urgent humanitarian assistance, (v) acknowledge the request from the Government of Iraq for military support against ISIL from members

of the international community, including from the Government of Canada, (vi) further acknowledge the participation of Canada’s friends and allies, including numerous countries of the Middle East, in the broad international coalition committed to the fight against ISIL, (vii) note that the United Nations Security Council has become seized of the threat posed by international terrorism with the unanimous passage of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2178, and, accordingly: (a) support the Government’s decision to contribute Canadian military assets to the fight against ISIL, and terrorists allied with ISIL, including air strike capability for a period of up to six months; (b) note that the Government of Canada will not deploy troops in ground combat operations; and (c) continue to offer its resolute and wholehearted support to the brave men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces who stand on guard for all of us. For the purposes of accountability, I would like to share the reasons why I voted in support of this motion. In early October the United Nations issued a disturbing report that documented some very serious atrocities committed by the group ISIL. More specifically, and I quote from the UN report directly: “gross abuses of human rights perpetrated by ISIL and associated armed

groups, including “attacks directly targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure, executions and other targeted killings of civilians, abductions, rape and other forms of sexual and physical violence perpetrated against women and children, forced recruitment of children.” This unprecedented level of savage brutality against innocent victims is disturbing but it is also a reality for innocent men, women and children in the region. It should not be overlooked that there have been individuals who have left Canada to join with ISIL in these savage killings — as I mentioned in a former MP report this is why our government is revoking the passports of these individuals; an act opposed by the leader of the Liberal Party. The question on how best to respond to ISIL is one that has been the subject of much debate this week in Ottawa. The opposition has made it clear they oppose military action against ISIL terrorism and in many cases support increased humanitarian aid or the supply of weapons to local fighting against ISIL. Our government also supports increased humanitarian aid and will increase funding for victims of sexual violence in this region combined with other aid related measures. However we must also recognize that

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Dan Albas ISIL has demonstrated they will abduct and publicly behead international aid workers demonstrating the serious challenges in administering aid against a terrorist organization without military support. As a result the government of Canada will be joining our allies, including countries such as United States, France, United Kingdom, Denmark and others in doing our part to provide military support against ISIL. The stated goal of our Canadian support is not to defeat ISIL per se but to diminish their capacity while national and regional Iraqi ground forces in the region become better prepared to deal with this serious threat. We do this not just to alleviate the suffering of others and to restore order; ISIL has made direct threats against Can-

ada and we must negate their ability to train, fund and carry out missions against our country. Of our fleet of 79 CF-18 aircraft, six will be deployed including one Polaris air-to-air refuelling aircraft and two Aurora surveillance aircraft including required pilots and ground personnel to support these aircraft. As mentioned in the motion, this will not be a ground combat mission involving Canada and is subject to review in six months. The decision to support this mission in my view is supporting long established Canadian values to stand up and protect those who are innocent and most vulnerable from oppression and terror. Canada as a country has always answered the call to stand with our allies in the fight for democracy and for freedom. Turning our back and expecting others to answer the call to serve have never been attributes that define Canada. I appreciate that my views on this subject may not sit well with some citizens and I welcome all views on this matter if you support or oppose our mission

against the terrorist group ISIL. My email is dan. albas@parl.gc.ca or you can reach my office at 1-800-6658711. Let us never forget the sacrifices we have made to live in a free and democrat-

ic society where we can debate and discuss how we build a better Canada and best help those in need in other countries. Dan Albas is the Member of Parliament for OkanaganCoquihalla.

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Steam face Okanagan, Kootenay teams The Summerland Steam saw plenty of Junior B hockey action with a road trip to the East Kootenay in early October, followed by Thanksgiving Weekend games at home. On Oct. 3, the Steam travelled to Kimberley where they faced the Dynamiters in a 3-0 loss. The first period was scoreless. In the second period, the Dynamiters took the lead with a power play goal at 9:34. In the third period, another power play goal by the Dynamiters at 5:12 secured the

lead. The final goal was an empty net goal by Kimberley, with 36 seconds remaining. On Oct. 4, the Steam lost 5-3 in Fernie, facing the Ghostriders. The Steam started with a power play goal by Paulsen Lautard at 17:42. Nelson Hurry and Lathan McKinney had the assists. Fernie responded at 16:58. but at 5:52, Lautard scored the second Summerland goal. The assist was by Calvin Hadley. Three Fernie goals in the second period gave the Ghostriders a strong lead. In the third period, Lautard scored unassisted at 12:41. Fernie then added a goal at 5:11. On Oct. 5, Summerland defeated the Creston Valley Thun-

der Cats in a 5-2 decision on the road. Lautard scored on a power play at 15:07 in the first period to begin the scoring. Jack Mills and McKinney had the assists. Mills then scored at 7:05, with assists by Hadley and Braden Saretsky. The third Steam goal came at 4:11 when Wyatt Gale scored, assisted by

Lautard and Hadley. Creston Valley’s first goal came at 1:24. In the second period, Riley Pettitt scored for Summerland at 17:42, with assists by Lautard and Cole Williams. The Thunder Cats answered with a goal at 6:29. Summerland’s final goal was an empty net goal at 1:17 in the third period, when Rylan Sideroff

scored for the Steam. Lautard had the assist. On Sunday, the Steam hosted the Kamloops Storm, playing to a 5-2 loss. In the first period, Kamloops scored three power play goals before the Steam responded at 2:03, when Gale scored, assisted by Cole Williams and Hadley. After a Kamloops

goal in the second period, Coleton Fisher scored at 6:21, assisted by Saretsky and Nelson Hurry. The only goal in the third period was by Kamloops. On Monday, the Steam lost in a 6-2 home game against the Osoyoos Coyotes. The Coyotes dominated the first period with four goals, two of them on power plays.

In the second period, after another power play goal by Osoyoos, Cole Woodliffe of Summerland scored on a power play at 6:07. The assists were by Mills and McKinney. In the third period, after the sixth Osoyoos goal, Lautard scored for the Steam on a power play at 8:55. Michael McEachern and Mills had the assists.

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Osoyoos Coyotes netminder Lawrence Langan makes a toe save on this shot by Summerland Steam Cody Egilson as teammate Braden Eliuk is knocked off his feet during a Monday matinee Kootenay International Junior Hockey League contest at the Summerland Arena. Coyotes Cody Allen watches for a rebound on the play. The visitor outscored the Steam 6-2 in the Okanagan Shuswap Okanagan Division contest.

Midget House Jets defeat Penticton team The Summerland Midget House Jets defeated the Penticton No. 3 team in a 10-3 game earlier this month. The game was a good show of hockey as Summerland had two hat tricks.

Coby Blystone scored three goals, two of them unassisted, and also added two assists. Spencer Miller also contributed three goals, two unassisted. Jacob Cerutti con-

tributed two goals, one of them unassisted, with another two assists. Tyson Harrington and Dawson Doherty each scored once for the team. Spencer McIntosh provided an assist.

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On Oct. 7, the Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club held the annual Turkey Shoot. The winner was Lynne Karaim with a net 71. First Flight: First Carol Mulligan, net 72; second Linda Brussee, net 73. Second Flight: First Vi Ward, net 71; tied for second Anka Manders and Diana Leitch, net 74; third Ev Crane. Third Flight: First Ellen Clay, net 73, tied for second Marion Enns, Janis Goll and Julie Macaulay, net 77.

Summerland Senior Ladies Golf

The windup for Summerland Senior ladies golf was held last week. Net winners: First Ruth Daviduk, 69; second Anka Manders and Vi Ward, 71; third Liz Nisbet, 72; fourth Linda Brussee, 73.

Sumac Ridge Senior Men

The Sumac Ridge Golf Club senior men played on Oct. 8. Results: Low gross Gerry Bryant, 33; low net Fern Michaud, 26; birds Gerry Bryant; closest to pin Leo Caumartin; longest putt Gerry Bryant.

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PARTS PERSON required for a growing progressive auto/industrial supplier. Experienced applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowances. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto & Industrial, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net

SERVICE DEPARTMENT Personnel required. Busy expanding Chrysler dealership 40 minutes from Edmonton looking for individuals to fill the following position: Journeyman Automotive Service Technicians. Flat rate system. Wages commensurate with training level and experience. Chrysler experience preferred but not essential, apprentices considered. Apply in person or by writing to: Brown’s Chrysler Ltd., 10447 - 104 Ave., Westlock, AB, T7P 2E4. 1-888-3495566. Fax: 1-780-349-6493. Attention: Dale Marshall or dfm@brownschrysler.com

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Information DABBER BINGO, Seniors Centre, 9710 Brown. Every Monday, 1:30PM. 16 regular games, Lucky 7, Odd/Even, Bonanza. Everyone welcome. License #832873.

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BROADBENT, JAMES ARTHUR

BROADBENT, James (Jim) Arthur passed away with his family by his side on October 3, 2014 at the age of 70 years. Remembered and sadly missed by his loving wife Marion, children Chris (Thuy) of Edmonton, Mariette Broadbent of Vancouver, grandchildren Channel, Asia, Sydney, Moira, brothers Mike (Sue) of Sorrento and Tom (Cindy) of Stoney Plain. Jim was sadly predeceased by his parents Lorne and Margaret Broadbent. Jim travelled many places all over the world with his wife Marion. Jim was a respected helicopter pilot and engineer whose career spanned 45 years, mainly throughout the N.W.T. A private family service will be held. Donations in Jim’s memory may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation designating the donation to the Pancreatic Research. Condolences may be directed to the family through providencefuneralhomes.com

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HOLDEN, CECIL SAMUEL

HOLDEN, Cecil Samuel passed away peacefully on October 4, 2014, the day after his 93rd Birthday, with his wife, Emily, holding his hand. Cecil was born to Charles and Jennie Pearl Holden in the Vancouver, B.C. family home on October 3, 1921. He is survived by his wife, Emily, of Summerland; children, Joyce (Herb) Frank, Janice (Gerry) Wilms, Bruce (LeeAndra Jacobs) Holden, Marion (Brian) Plester, John Holden, Ruth (Rob) Rant; grandchildren, Steve Wilms, Rob (Charlotte) Wilms, Jonathan Plester, Jadon Frank, Kathleen (Dustin) Colledge, Byron (Jasmin) Frank, Nathan Frank, Laura (Cameron) Johnston; 10 great-grandchildren; sister Ruby Rempel; brothers-in-law Preston (Kerry) Mott and Lyle Barnes; and numerous nieces and nephews. Dad was raised in Vancouver. He loved to reminisce about his football days with the Vancouver Meraloma football team. He trained as a cook and bakery chef and served in the Navy and the Merchant Marines during World War II. Following his service he trained to be a fisherman at Tofino, B.C. He settled into working for the post office in Vancouver, first as a letter carrier and then as a postal clerk. Dad married Emily Mott in Summerland, November 12, 1949. Dad and Mom raised their six children in Vancouver and Burnaby, B.C. After retirement they moved to Port Coquitlam. Dad was a talented artist, creating furniture and stained glass works of art. After nine years he and Mom moved to Summerland, Mom’s hometown. It was here that Dad enjoyed painting, gardening, cooking, baking and canning fruit. He is famous for his pies! He had an ideal retirement, satisfying his creative nature. Their home became the family holiday destination. There were many great family memories here with family! After Dad experienced a minor stroke, he and Mom moved into Summerland Senior’s Village. In January 2014, due to mobility and health issues, he made his final move into the Dr. Andrew Pavillion. Dad very much appreciated his care and caregivers. His family is thankful for the wonderful care provided to him. A Memorial Service was held Thursday, October 9, 2014 at 1:00 pm from Providence’s Summerland Chapel, 13205 Rosedale Ave. Summerland, B.C. with grandson, Rev. Robert Wilms, officiating. No more pain and no more sorrow! Cecil will be fondly remembered by his family and all who loved him. Condolences may be directed to the family through providencefuneralhomes.com

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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.

ASSEMBLY LINE WORKERS required now to mid-January, packaging tree seedlings. No experience required but must have good work ethic, able to work in group setting and stand all day. $10.50/hr plus completion bonus. Apply in person. 1pm-2pm, 14608 Washington Ave, Summerland

Very busy Okanagan Subaru dealership requires immediately a Service Manager.Must enjoy a fastpaced working environment and have a minimum of fiveyears automotive management experience including, parts, service, and warranty. This is a full-time position which includes competitive wages and full benefit package.Please reply in person, email or fax your resume to: Hilltop Subaru. 4407 27th Street Vernon BC Atten: Dayna Kosmino dckosmino@hilltopsubaru.com Fax: 250-542-1778

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Trevor’s Lawn Cutting. Fall yard and leaf cleanup. Reasonable rates. WCB insured. 250-490-0058

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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.

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Bartender/Server needed for casual employment at the Summerland Legion. Must be available days, evenings and weekends. Experience and Serving It Right is a must. Send resume to Manager, Box 370, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0 or email RCL22@shaw.ca Absolutely no phone calls please.

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Volunteers needed to help with our weekly Baron of Beef dinners at the Legion. Please contact Mike at 250-488-2476.

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

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Horse boarding on Wildhorse Mountain Ranch Summerland. Pasture, big paddocks, shelter or stable, big riding ring, bordered to crown land. $300/mo, hay feed incl. Always horses for sale. Call 250-494-0506.

Newer, used twice, hockey equipment for medium build & height. Good make, with bag, stick, etc. Over $300 new; asking $100 obo. 250-494-7733.

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

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

Real Estate Apt/Condos for Sale Condo for sale in Summerland, 1700 sq ft. Reduced to $310,000. Call 250-494-9771.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Clean 950 sq ft 2 bdrm apt near downtown Summerland. 50+. NS, NP. F/S, hook-ups for W/D. $750/mo, available Oct 15. Phone 250-493-6345. Summerland: Large 1 bdrm apt for rent. F/S. Ref’s req’d. NP, NS, ND. More info call 250-498-4370.

Storage Heated storage. Secure 1,500 sq foot storage facility. Easy, level access. $800/mo. Call 250-490-5398.

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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

Black leather loveseat, Queen Anne coffee table & end table, & beautiful dining room set including 6 chairs.250-404-4568

Misc. for Sale A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? Hot tub with new motor. Runs well; needs some minor work. $800 obo. 250-494-7733. SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. Single electric bed. Needs mattress. 250-494-7195. STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

Vehicle Wanted WANTED: VW dune buggy with fiberglass body. Please call 604-883-9768.

Misc. Wanted Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-499-0251. Local.

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Summerland Review Thursday, October 16, 2014

Philosophers’ Café takes on governance, good and bad Positive Civic Engagement and Good Governance is the topic of a Conversation Cafe being held Oct. 22 at the IOOF Hall, 9536 Main Street. The Summerland Philosophers’ Café Planning Committee invites citizens of Summerland to join the conversation and share your thoughts, insights and ideas on this issue that affects us all. Governance influences almost every aspect of our lives. Among other things, governance determines who has power, how decisions are made, and how societal goals are realized. With a municipal election a month away what better time to discuss who has a voice in making decisions and why does it matter? And what can we do to ensure we have good governance? Although when we think governance, our focus may be on the upcoming civic elections being held Nov. 15, the concept of good governance affects many other organizations. This is why the evening will start off with a presentation by Kelly Marshall, CEO of the Summerland Credit Union. Credit unions, strata councils, community art councils, churches and many other organizations also face the challenge of ensuring good governance and procedures and policies that will guide and enhance the operation of their respective organization.

Arts PAlette

David Finnis Please join the Philosophers’ Café planning committee at their first event of the 2014/15 season. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the conversation café beginning at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in a meaningful communitywide conversation. For more information on the conversation café process visit www.conversationcafe.org or www.theworldcafe. com. The Arts Palette is written by David Finnis, publicity chair and president of the Summerland Community Arts Council, PO Box 1217, 9908 Main Street, Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z0

OPEN HOUSES SUMMERLAND ADDRESS: #1-8415 Victoria Rd. S. DATE: Sat., October 18, 2014 TIME: 10:00 am - 11:30 am PRICE: $325,000 MLS®

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Need a large home for your growing family? Here it is! 4 bedroom, 3 bath half duplex (rec room downstairs could also be another bedroom). Gorgeous yard with newer deck that has a hot tub to soak in on the cool winter evenings. Good sized yard for the kids to run around in. New roof put on 2014. Reverse osmosis water system, water softener, central vac, and single garage. Definitely worth a look! MLS®

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DeeR RiDge estates • 3 bdrm, den, spacious living area • Attached 2 car garage • Basement ready for suite • Loads of updates ~ a must see!

$449,500

This is a fantastic townhouse right on the golf course! Spacious end unit is very bright and cheery. Kitchen has new granite countertops and backsplash. Formal living room with wood fireplace, also formal dining room. Well appointed master bedroom with ensuite is very roomy and has large walk in closet. Single garage with storage area. Fairway Five is a well maintained complex. Strata fee includes heat, hot water, yard maintenance, building insurance, snow removal for road. This unit is a definite must-see! MLS®

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$119,900 MLS® • 2 Bedroom Condo in Allen Place • Walk To Town! • Well Maintained and Tidy

• 5 bedroom bungalow, full basement • Rec room down, close to schools & town • .24 acre, gorgeous private back yard • Attached garage, workshop, RV parking MLS® Info and photos at www.larryanddonna.com

$339,900

$589,900

• .34 acre, close to town, high density zoning • Suitable for townhouses or apartments • Small home currently rented • 24’x26’ 2 bay garage MLS®

Info and photos at www.larryanddonna.com

SPECTACULAR SETTING! • 2 bdrm, 2 bath log built home • New kitchen and counter tops • New main bath and flooring • Landscaping and driveway improvements • Great views and quiet private location

$529,900

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ADDRESS: #13–144 Sumac Ridge Dr. DATE: Sat., October 18, 2014 TIME: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm PRICE: $339,000 MLS®

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• Custom-Built Cape Cod Style Home • Privacy, Lakeview, Low-Maintenance Yard • Walking Distance to Award-Winning Wineries!

$279,000

5517 Gartrell Road

GREAT STARTER HOME

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• 3 bdrm, 2 bath character home • New electrical and updated kitchen • Located on .39 acre with separate garage • Close to town and parking • Extra parking

$287,900

PARKSIDE REALTY SUMMERLAND

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