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NEWS Mark Brett

PENTICTON WESTERN Western News Staff

What you don’t see can hurt you and cost you your driver’s licence or worse. T’is the season of CounterAttack and Cpl. Ted Manchulenko of the Penticton RCMP traffic section is warning motorists starting Dec. 5 this year’s program will include a less visible police presence. “Obviously, people drive differently when there is a marked police car versus no police around,” said Manchulenko. “So for the people who don’t get it and don’t read the newspapers and don’t see the marked police vehicles operating road checks, be forewarned that the person beside you might be a police officer in a blue Pontiac or a white Tahoe. “We’re going to have uniformed members on the road doing stationary checks but as well, we’re taking that new approach this time around.” He added there is still plenty of value to having the regular patrol cars doing the checks as a means to discourage people from getting behind the wheel if they are impaired. The officers doing the unmarked patrols in search of impaired drivers will be moving throughout the community. Manchulenko added those police will be looking for drivers committing traffic infractions, such as unsafe lane changes, use of signal lights or anything which might give

CONST. BRAD POWER of the Penticton RCMP with one of the mobile breathalyzer units police will be using during the current CounterAttack program which began Dec. 5. Officers will be using unmarked vehicles as well as the regular patrol vehicles and also doing checks during the day.

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some indication the vehicle operator may be impaired by either drugs or alcohol. “This is incredibly important work because people who drink and drive are potential killers so it is critical to get them off the streets before they hurt or kill somebody or themselves,” he said. “We have those people who always say, ‘Why are you pick-

ing on me?’ But that is the reason because of that deadly potential.” He pointed out police sometimes hear complaints from people who feel the road checks take ofﬁcers away from other duties, however, in the RCMP’s opinion doing this work is vital to the public’s safety. A good example of that

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was this year’s ﬁrst annual Victims Candlelight Vigil put on by the Central Okanagan Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving in Kelowna. The event was organized to honour and remember those who had been killed or injured in drug or alcoholrelated accidents. Because there is no chapter of the group in the south-

ern Interior, people from this area were also invited to participate. According to the group’s president, Carol Fazekas, ﬁgures show impaired driving continues to be the number one criminal cause of death. On average, four people die and 175 are injured every day in Canada. Local statistics from

last Christmas season’s local CounterAttack program which ran from Dec. 1, 2013 to Jan. 5, 2014, included one criminal code impaired driving charge, 11 90-day immediate prohibitions, one seven-day suspension, four three day prohibitions, three 24-hour suspensions for drugs and two 24-hour suspensions for alcohol, for a total of 22 impaired-related police actions. “We can certainly operate very effectively being covert and sneaking up on people, but it is also valuable for us being there and being visible,” said Manchulenko. “However, that being said, being less visible is a good message to send because there are always people out there who are trying to circumvent what we’re trying to do. “We’re just trying to get the message out there that drinking and driving is not appropriate any more in today’s climate.” Another effective and successful component of last season’s CounterAttack was the scheduling of the road checks, according to the ofﬁcer. Especially closer to Christmas when people may be more inclined to stop for a couple of drinks on their way home. “I mean people close up businesses early at 2 o’clock in the afternoon and there are some very surprised people, when they run into a roadblock,” said Manchulenko. “One-thirty in the morning, 1:30 in the afternoon, be forewarned.”

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Parade will light up the downtown Dale Boyd

Western News Staff

Santa will be taking time out of his busy holiday schedule to make an appearance at the Downtown Penticton Association’s Winter Festival. The Winter Festival starts with the Downtown Penticton Christmas Market featuring 25 local vendors offering up a variety of wares spanning from clothing to cheese all located in the Valley First Theatre, formerly known as the Penmar Theatre at 361 Martin St. The market opens Friday at 5 p.m. and runs throughout the weekend with a special visit from Santa at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, when he will be taking pictures and spreading his trademark holiday cheer prior to hopping on his sleigh for the 18th Annual Royal LePage Locations West and Downtown Penticton Santa Clause Parade. The parade starts on White Avenue at 4:30 p.m. and heads north down Main Street, finishing up at Veterans Way. Free hot chocolate, apple cider and coffee will be offered up by Cowork Penticton between Nanaimo Avenue and Wade Avenue to help parade goers stay warm. The parade pre-show starts at 4:20 p.m. with a performance by dancers from the Okanagan Dance Studios. “They have a whole dance routine they have put together.

ExEcutivE dirEctor Kerri Milton of the downtown Penticton Association adjusts one of the lights on Santa’s sleigh in preparation for the 18th annual royal LePage Santa claus parade on Main Street which begins Saturday at 4:30 p.m.

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They’re going to come down to every block and stop and do this awesome routine,” said Kerri Milton, executive director of the Downtown Penticton Association. There are currently 31 floats confirmed for the parade featuring local groups and businesses as well as the Penticton Fire Depart-

ment, RCMP, Search and Rescue and ambulance services. Some of the floats include the Air Cadets, the Penticton Pipe Band, who will offer up some music as well, and, of course, Santa’s sleigh. Last year saw a slight dip in attendance due to the cold weather,

but this year the forecast is calling for a moderate — 1 C and Downtown Penticton is anticipating a good turnout. “Generally speaking we have about 1,000 people who come out. It gets packed,” Milton said. The Presbyterian Church is also holding their rendition of The Lion

the Witch and the Wardrobe with performances prior to and after the parade. “We hope that the weather is beautiful, of course, and we hope to bring a lot of people downtown so everyone can get some shopping done on their Christmas list,” Milton said.

Judge doesn’t buy pot ‘Stellar year’ for tourism in thompson okanagan grow-operation story Steve Kidd

Western News Staff

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An attempt to pin the blame for a marijuana grow-op on two mystery men who paid $800 a month for storage space inside a garage in rural Oliver proved too rich for a judge in Penticton. Blaine Vickers was convicted Thursday of production of a controlled substance, possession for the purpose of trafficking and fraudulent consumption of electricity in connection with the 980-plant setup discovered in February 2013. Co-accused Jessica Stelkia, who was charged with only the production and possession offences, was acquitted. Court heard during the twoday trial this week in B.C Supreme Court that police executed a search warrant at the residential property on Green Lake Road after receiving a tip from FortisBC about suspected electricity theft. Mounties found the grow-op, powered by an electricity me-

ter bypass, inside a walled-off portion of a detached three-bay garage approximately 20 metres from a home Vickers rented from his father’s girlfriend and for which he paid the utility bills. Vickers testified that in December 2012, before heading to Alberta to work, he leased the space that housed the grow-op to two men who paid him $800 a month ostensibly to use it for storage. Justice Austin Cullen rejected Vickers’ testimony. “Anyone seeking legitimate storage could find a much more convenient location than that,” Cullen said. “By contrast, anyone seeking a location for a grow-operation would find its very remoteness an attractive feature.” He also cast doubt on the rental agreement Vickers produced at trial that showed the name of the two men to whom he said he rented the space, but which did not contain any contact information for them. Cullen called the agreement

a “contrived attempt” by Vickers to distance himself from the grow-op. The judge did, however, accept Stelkia’s testimony She said she moved into the home in mid-December 2012 at the request of her then-boyfriend Vickers to look after the house and his dog while he was away in Alberta. Stelkia testified that she worked long hours and occasionally saw two men coming and going from the garage, but never spoke to them. She said she did get curious and sneak a peek at the grow-op about a week before it was discovered, but opted not to tell police or Vickers for fear of what might happen to her. “It was clear she was at best an occupant of the (home) at the invitation of the accused Mr. Vickers,” Cullen said. Vickers remains free on bail and is due back in court Feb. 2 to set a date for sentencing. Both he and Stelkia declined comment outside court.

Michael Ballingall said this has been a stellar year for tourism in the Thompson Okanagan. Ballingall, outgoing chair of the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association and vice-president of the Big White Ski Resort, gave his last address at the TOTA AGM Wednesday. “I am not going to say everyone had the best year in their history, but a lot of people were reporting they had best years, and that is exciting,” said Ballingall, who touched on social media, accessibility and the renewal of the 30-year-old Super, Natural B.C. brand in his speech. “I don’t know if you have been on the (Destination B.C.) website, but go. Engage our

brand,” he said. “Our brand kicks ass. “Super, Natural B.C. is one of the strongest brands in the world and members of TOTA have their fingerprints all over that brand.” Now that the brand renewal is rolling out, Ballingall said it was the membership’s turn to get on the bandwagon and start doing what they could do to contribute. “I just encourage you to do the simplest things, because when we do those in numbers, we make a difference,” said Ballingall. “Everybody doesn’t think that a Dash 8 landing in Penticton can make a difference. It does.” Ballingall focused on transportation through much of his speech. Along with WestJet’s addition of direct flights between

Calgary and Penticton, he noted their direct flights from Kelowna to Fort McMurray, United Airlines adding a flight to San Francisco, and Pacific Coastal adding flights between Cranbrook and Kelowna. “There is a positive vibe out there,” said Ballingall, noting the expansion in accommodation and housing throughout the region. “We have people that want to relocate here. They want to live the dream and we happen to work the dream.” “We live in supernatural B.C., the world wants to come and play with us. We are the area that is going to drive tourism in B.C. The rest of the province is full. “We are the ones that have bed capacity, we have the lakes, we have the resorts that can take more people,” said Ballingall.

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City jumps into budget deliberations Steve Kidd

Western News Staff

Mayor Andrew Jakubeit said the new city council is looking forward to tackling the City of Penticton’s annual

budget. “We have a good starting point with a $315,000 shortfall,” said Jakubeit, noting that is lower than council usually faces at the start of the budget process. An

additional $1.3 million in additional costs, however, bring the net deficit up to $833,000. Despite his concerns that jumping into the full budget deliberations right after inaugurating

a new council, Jakubeit said city council will be proceeding with the city budget in December as usual. Jakubeit had thought to delay the budget until January to give the four

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Citizens are welcome to be part of the process, as their input helps council with the important decisions to come. — Andrew Jakubeit

embraces innovation and sustains our vibrant community,” said Jakubeit. “Citizens are welcome to be part of the process, as their input helps council with the important decisions to come.” Annual budget deliberations for the municipality take multiple days to go through, and cover a wide array of spending decisions in both operating and capital budgets. The first meeting is on Dec. 8 at 8:30 a.m. to review the capital budget. Meetings to discuss the operating budget are scheduled for Dec. 10 and 16 at 8:30 a.m.

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Public Hearing– 1400 Riddle Road A Public Hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. Monday, December 15, 2014 at Penticton City Hall, 171 Main Street, Penticton, BC to consider Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 2014-48 to amend Official Community Plan Bylaw 2002-20 as follows: Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 2014-48 - 1400 Riddle Road “Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 2002-20” Schedule ‘B’ Future Land Use is hereby amended as follows: Re-designate District Lot 392S, Similkameen Division Yale District, located at 1400 Riddle Road from “North East Sector” to “PR” (Parks and Recreation). The City wishes pursue enrolment in the “Avoided Forest Conversion Project” to

All budget meetings are scheduled to take place in council chambers, and will also be streamed live on the City of Penticton’s website at www.penticton.ca/livevideo. Budget presentations are available online at www.penticton. ca/budget. City staff will also be monitoring Twitter on the @cityofpenticton account. Citizens can use the hashtag #penbudget15 to give the city comments, suggestions and questions. Responses will be provided directly back to the original poster as soon as they are available.

generate carbon offsets for the City to use in its corporate climate action reporting. Any person whose interest may be affected by the proposed amendment may appear in person, by petition or by attorney. Delegations and Submissions will be received no later than 9:30 a.m. on Monday, December 15, 2014 to Attention: Corporate Officer, City of Penticton, 171 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5A9; Email: publichearings@penticton. ca. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Please note that all submissions are a matter of public record. Those persons with special hearing, language or access needs should contact City Hall at 250-490-2400 prior to the meeting. The above mentioned bylaw and supporting information will be available for public inspection up to and including Monday, December 15, 2014 at the following locations during hours of operation: Development Services and Corporate Administration (City Hall,171 Main St.), Penticton Public Library (785 Main Street) and the Penticton Community Centre (325 Power St.); or online at www.penticton.ca/publicnotice.

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Attacked man issues warning on opening door to strangers Joe Fries Western News Staff

Following what he says was an unprovoked attack, a Penticton man will now think twice before answering his door in the middle of the night and is warning others to do the same. Ken Paton was awoken late Sunday by someone pounding on the door of his rental unit on Westminster Avenue. “I answered the door and it was this guy and he was like, ‘Do you got a rolling paper?’ I said, ‘No, I don’t,’ and I don’t remember much after that,” Paton recalled Wednesday. What he does remember is falling to the floor in his apartment and later being dragged into a neighbour’s home while his attacker was distracted. “I got beat on and beat on and beat on,” said Paton, who suffered bumps and bruises and a bite on the back of his right

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shoulder. He didn’t fight back, he said, because his two-year-old daughter was in the suite and he wanted the violence to end as quickly as possible. Paton had seen his attacker, whom he believed was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, once before, but is unsure what prompted the beating.

“I’d almost feel better if he had stolen something, you know? Then I’d know there was a reason behind it,” Paton said. Now the 34-year-old is warning others to not simply throw open their doors to strangers. “Don’t get complacent. Don’t assume it can’t happen to you,” he said. Penticton RCMP spokesman Sgt. Rick Dellebuur said police have recommended an assault charge against Paton’s alleged attacker, who was released on a promise to appear. Mounties believe it was an isolated incident, since both Paton and the alleged assailant live in the same building, and agree that people should be careful when strangers visit. “Unless you’re expecting somebody,” said Dellebuur, “You should certainly be cautious and ascertain as best you can who’s knocking on your door before you open your door.”

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EDITORIAL Shopping local just makes a lot of cents

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are passed, but we are still going to be bombarded for at least the rest of this month with advertisements for great deals south of the border. These have both become important shopping days here at home as retailers struggle to compete with the giant that these days have become in the U.S. holiday economy. Whether it was commercials announcing “amazing deals” on the day following the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, or news reports on the crazy shopping sprees, stampedes and altercations that occur across North America, Black Friday always seems to capture the consumer spotlight. It’s really such a shame. While everyone enjoys a deal now and then, Black Friday has become a symbol of greed. And shoppers being pushed, shoved, and trampled in the rush to spend aren’t the only ones hurt by these kind of events. As millions of Canadians headed across the border, local, community businesses were also dealt a ﬁnancial blow. Dollars spent across the line is money taken out of our community. Local shops and services — be it a specialty store, restaurant, or others — lose business every year during these shopping frenzies. Supporting your local business is more than just a concept. It actually helps make the local economy, and therefore the community, stronger. All business is out to make a proﬁt, but spending money locally is one small way to ensure your community continues to thrive. Then too, there are all the hidden costs for travelling to shop. Gas for your vehicle, food, unexpected purchases, perhaps an overnight stay, all add up to making these deals less of a savings than they might seem. Ask yourself, who sponsors your child’s sports team? It’s doubtful that a big box store in the U.S. PENTICTON WESTERN is the correct answer. Who sponsors community events? Who makes donations to local charities and causes? Local businesses help support the community and the community should support them back. All things to consider the next time you are tempted to chase after an out-of-town deal during this holiday season. -Black Press

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The experts run the whole gamut from A to B, and they’re practically unanimous: artificial intelligence is going to destroy human civilization. Expert A is Elon Musk, polymath co-founder of PayPal, manufacturer of Tesla electric cars, creator of Space X, the first privately funded company to send a spacecraft into orbit, and much else besides. “I think we should be very careful about Artificial Intelligence (AI),” he told an audience at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in October. “If I were to guess what our biggest existential threat is, it’s probably that.” Musk warned AI engineers to “be very careful” not to create robots that could rule the world. Indeed, he suggested that there should be regulatory oversight “at the national and international level” over the work of AI developers, “just to make sure that we don’t do something very foolish.” Expert B is Stephen Hawking, the world’s most famous theoretical physicist and author of the best-selling unread book ever, A Short History of Time. He has a brain the size of Denmark, and last Monday he told the British Broadcasting Corporation that “the development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race.” Hawking has a motor neurone disease that compels him to speak with the aid of an artificial speech generator. The new version he is getting from Intel learns how Professor Hawking thinks, and suggests the words he might want to use

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Dyer Straits next. It’s an early form of AI, so naturally the interviewer asked him about the future of that technology. A genuinely intelligent machine, Hawking warned, “would take off on its own, and re-design itself at an ever increasing rate. Humans, who are limited by slow biological evolution, couldn’t compete and would be superseded.” So be very, very careful. Musk and Hawking are almost 50 years behind popular culture in their fear of rogue AI turning against human beings (HAL in 2001: A Space Odyssey). They are a full 30 years behind the concept of a super-computer that achieves consciousness and instantly launches a war of extermination against mankind (Skynet in the Terminator ﬁlms). Then there’s The Matrix, Blade Runner and similar variations on the theme. It’s taken a while for the respectable thinkers to catch up with all this paranoia, but they’re there now. So everybody take a tranquil-

izer, and let’s look at this more calmly. Full AI, with capacities comparable to the human brain or better, is at least two or three decades away, so we have time to think about how to handle this technology. The risk that genuinely intelligent machines which don’t need to be fed or paid will eventually take over practically all the remaining good jobs — doctors, pilots, accountants, etc. — is real. Indeed, it may be inevitable. But that would only be a catastrophe if we cannot revamp our culture to cope with a great deal more leisure, and restructure our economy to allocate wealth on a different basis than as a reward for work. Such a society might well end up as a place in which intelligent machines had “human” rights before the law, but that’s not what worries the sceptics. Their fear is that machines, having achieved consciousness, will see human beings as a threat (because we can turn them off, at least at ﬁrst), and that they will therefore seek to control or even eliminate us. That’s the Skynet scenario, but it’s not very realistic. The saving grace in the real scenario is that AI will not arrive all at once, with the ﬂip of a switch. It will be built gradually over decades, which gives us time to introduce a kind of moral sense into the basic programming, rather like the innate morality that most human beings are born with. (An embedded morality is an evolutionary advantage in a social species.) Our moral sense doesn’t guarantee that we will always

behave well, but it certainly helps. And if we are in charge of the design, not just blind evolution, we might even do better. Something like Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics, which the Master laid down 72 years ago. First Law: A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm. Second Law: A robot must obey the orders given to it by human beings, except where such orders would conflict with the First Law. Third Law: A robot must protect its own existence as long as such protection does not conflict with the First or Second Laws. Not a bad start, although in the end there will inevitably be a great controversy among human beings as to whether selfconscious machines should be kept forever as slaves. The trick is to find a way of embedding this moral sense so deeply in the programming that it cannot be circumvented. As Google’s director of engineering Ray Kurzweil has observed, however, it may be hard to write an algorithmic moral code strong enough to constrain and contain super-smart software. We probably have a few decades to work on it, but we are going to go down this road — the whole ethos of this civilization demands it — so we had better figure out how to do that. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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Osoyoos firehall is too costly In Osoyoos the people voted “yes” for a new firehall which is justified, but apparently why at any price, for no alternative costs for such a building were offered. The town does not appear to have investigated alternatives. The cost of the firehall structure is listed as $6,018,000 with price variances of $601,800 as a possible extra as well. Considering that this is for 15,615 square feet of building that translates as $385 per square foot. A Taj Mahal price for a small town. There are many examples of building types in any town, including Osoyoos, which are practical such as building supply stores, Canadian Tire, Walmart, grocery stores, etc. Perhaps they too cost nearly $400 per square foot but I doubt it. The

Honour our veterans

Canada’s auditor general, Michael Ferguson, found in his recent audit that “there are too many barriers to veterans getting mental-health services and benefits, including a complex application process and delays in getting their records from the Department of National Defense (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces.” This comes right after a report that $1.1 billion in veteran services cash was hauled back unspent by Harper. The recently announced $200 million over 50 years for mental health services for veterans is far too little and far too late. My friend, Lyle Crispin, served for the Canadian Forces during the 1992 Yugoslavian civil war. He currently volunteers as a facilitator for a veterans group in Trail, B.C. Lyle has seen first-hand the lasting physical and mental toll that war can take on our Canadian soldiers. Many of the veterans that work with Lyle have received lump sum cash payments for the injuries they suffered during service. A lump sum payment is the cheaper option for government, as it wipes away future obligations for ongoing support and care. Lyle says: “I’ve seen it happen time and time again – the payout cash is gone within a year. Veterans find themselves without money, support or hope. I have seen too many veterans who view suicide as their only option.” Lyle is particularly frustrated by the Conservative claw-back of $1.1 billion in money that was set aside for veterans, as the unmet need is significant. On Remembrance Day last month, we honoured those who have served in our military here and abroad. Those soldiers trusted each other to cover their backs. Those soldiers trusted their commanding officers to consider their safety in determining any action. Those soldiers trusted their government to deploy them wisely. We Canadians must now be trustworthy in our response to their need. Let’s not look for the cheapest way, let’s look for the best way to support our veterans. They deserve it. Connie Denesiuk Federal Liberal Candidate South Okanagan-West Kootenay

A Taj Mahal price for a small town. town did not provide any such considerations to the taxpayer. The Town bought five acres of which 1.8 of acres will be generously occupied by the firehall yet $714,000 is added to the cost of the firehall. The residents are buying the

Fortunate to live in Canada

On behalf of the Penticton and District Stamp Club we wish all of the Penticton Western News readers a very blessed Christmas with the hope you may celebrate it with some of your family and friends. We Canadians are so fortunate that we live in a country where people can celebrate their freedom of religion and politics. We should every day when we wake up celebrate that fact and shout it from the rooftops that we are happy to be Canadian. As stamp collectors we deal with many different people and as a thank you to the community at large we collect and auction off stamps. The proceeds we donate to our chosen charities. We welcome stamp related gifts and encourage people during this holiday season to see what is hiding in the basement or wherever and see that, instead of cleaning house and throwing it, this can be given to the stamp club for their auctions. Any stamp related material is welcome and we ask people to call Gus at 250-4923875 or email gboersma@telus.net or deliver at 2600 Cornwall Dr. Our last meeting of the year will be on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Penticton United Church on Main Street (blue church). All are welcome as we will celebrate (early) the Christmas season with auctions – live and silent – circuit books and Christmas goodies. See you at our meeting now or in the future. Gus Boersma, president Penticton & District Stamp Club

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Unfortunately last Wednesday morning, my father passed away in the early morning hours at the age of 88 years. I would like to sincerely thank the staff at the Hamlets for the exceptional care they gave to my father in the last two years of his life, especially those who took the time to sit with him in the afternoons and keep him company. I never believed in angels until now. A special thanks to the cab company for providing free transportation to and from the Hamlets (we were stranded because of the snow), and to my co-workers for being supportive throughout this difficult time. It is gestures like these that will keep me in Penticton for the rest of my life Mark Billesberger Penticton

land again! If this has something to do with creative accounting we were not informed about that. It has been said that this costs us just $1 a day or $1 a week for the $5 million or $6 million to be borrowed. May we add to that the interest on $2 million purchase of those five acres as well. When the town borrowed $300,000 to $400,000 to fix one block of Cottonwood Drive, it is reasonable to assume that this was not purchased with cash on hand. As this town is not anything like the Sultanate of Brunei where money is in abundance, then what makes elected officials behave as such? Luke Kurvers Osoyoos

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Why is it that the United States claims to be the home of the brave and land of the free when there is so much unrest and crime staining their homeland from coast to coast - sea to sea? Why is it the U.S. insists on changing the ways of people in foreign lands that were inhabited long before North America was discovered absent of any human being called an American? Why is it the U.S. appears to believe they are the only ones that can fix the internal problems with those countries who prefer not to share their views? Why is it that the Democratic Party and the Republican Party can’t agree on how to wind a watch? Why is the U.S. just can’t mind their own business before sticking their nose in where it doesn’t belong? Why is it all the conflicts and invasions the U.S. get involved, but never settled, only makes the world get closer to it’s own death? The U.S. would just love to be the battery that powers and controls the entire world and that I believe just ain’t going to happen as sadly they live under a selfmade bubble of fear. Ted Azyan Osoyoos

Impressed by Penticton library and museum staff

On behalf of the Emergency Support Services we want to give a big thank you to the staff of the Penticton Museum and Library. On Thursday, Nov. 20 we were called to assist in the placement of evacuees from the fire at the Kirkland Apartments. When we arrived at the Penticton Library auditorium we were impressed to find that the staff had not only opened the doors to those affected by the fire, but they had set up tables and chairs and put out coffee and cookies as well. As a result of the Penticton Fire Department being able to get most of the residents back in the building, we only needed to relocate a few people. Had circumstances been different, this could have had a much different outcome. We truly appreciate the welcoming smiles and effort put forth by the Penticton Museum and Library staff. Bonny Billups Alida Erickson Co-Directors ESS Penticton

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Tourism officials in the Okanagan are cautiously optimistic about a proposed concept that would streamline the sector’s governmentfunded marketing programs. By collapsing a patchwork of funding opportunities into two targeted pools of money, Destination BC hopes it and the tourism sector will get more bang for its marketing bucks. “All of these programs have industry at the centre where we are putting together programs that represent industry or have industry able to buy in to reach their targeted consumer,” said Richard Lewis, the agency’s director of sector development, told the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association summit Wednesday in Penticton. The concept would see all provincial marketing money directed into two streams: one devoted to strategic priorities of skiing, aboriginal tourism, touring and exploring; and the other for consortiums of three or more communities, regions or industry sectors.

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Lewis said Destination BC will be collecting feedback until the spring, when it hopes to roll out a final version of the plan in time to accept applications next fall. Tourism Penticton CEO Chris Bower likes the idea of more help rolling out the region’s 10-year strategy and fostering partnerships within sectors, such as wine. “We’re working on it now, but the more assistance we have, the better the product we are going to have out there,” he said. Bower is concerned,

however, that there may be less money for the region. “If they shrink those dollars it means less for us because we have the largest number of stakeholders in tourism in the Thompson-Okanagan,” he said. Ange Chew, tourism manager for the City of Vernon, was similarly concerned about smaller communities or consortiums being able to come up with funds necessary to match the proposed $25,000 minimum for new programs. “But that’s the discussion here and hopefully that can be sorted

and we can get our feedback heard and maybe there can be some adjustments so that we can partner together,” she said. TOTA CEO Glen Mandziuk said all of the financial concerns are legitimate and his group will push hard to make sure its partners’ voices are heard during the consultation process. However, he supports the new new, simplified approach over what’s in place today. “There may be too many programs that have differing guidelines, so people don’t know where they fit, so that might be a problem,” he said of the current system. “It’s healthy to review programs every so often.” Destination BC executive director Marsha Walden said the agency currently provides about $5 million annually for tourism marketing and hopes to free up an additional $2 million to roll out the new program in 2017. She said funding arrangements are still “fluid,” but that regions will be guaranteed a share of the pot to ensure fairness across the province.

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There is more to the demon barber than meets the eye. While Sweeney Todd may be most widely known for his murderous ways, Lynne Leydier, the Soundstage Productions director of the upcoming performance of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street debuting Jan. 14 at the Penticton Lakeside Resort, feels the story holds an often unrecognized societal commentary. “It’s dark, but it also really examines our social structures in society and how we operate within it and who we are as people within that structure,” Leydier said. The production is based on the adaptation by Christopher Bond and covers the grim subject matter of the murderous barber and his partner in crime, Mrs. Lovett with her cannibalistic pies,

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The Tune-Agers are still going strong and adding to their 44-year history in the Okanagan with their upcoming Christmas concert. The concert is being held on Dec. 7 at the Shatford Centre and features classics and playful Christmas hits. The Tune-Agers have a total of 77 members with 45 singers and 22 orchestra musicians, all over 50 years old. Their oldest member is 93. “She can sing her heart out and she’s still in there singing away and that’s great,” Tune-Agers conductor Gordon Dawson said. “Some folks have been with us a long time. Some for over 20 years. They keep coming back so they are obviously having fun.” The Tune-Agers will be playing a diverse arrangement of music spanning from Beethoven to Santa Claus is Coming to Town and including a spin on the Christmas classic The First Noel which will be combined with Pachelbel’s Cannon in D. “It’s a very, very clever combination of a baroque song in with the traditional First Noel. It works very well,” Dawson said. Dawson said the group is having fun with the rehearsals of the Christmas songs and there has even been a little friendly competition during the performance of Baby It’s Cold Outside. “It is set up as a bit of a challenge between the men and the women. It’s kind of a cat and mouse game sort of thing,”

Dawson said. The Tune-Agers are always looking for new members, and for those interested in joining the choir, a degree in music is not required. “All they have to do is want to sing and have some ability. They don’t have to have the ability to read music. We have people who can help them with that,”

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One hit wonders come and go in the music industry, but they have a lasting power that stays in our collective hearts and minds years later. Rann Berry’s One Hit Wonders will bring some of the best one-off hits from years past to

the Cleland Theatre on Dec. 6 with a portion of the proceeds going towards the music program at Pen High. The 18 students that make up the Pen High senior jazz band led by instructor Justin Glibbery are opening the show with a 20-minute set giving the students an opportunity to see behind the scenes and learn what goes into a

production like this one. Glibbery is also the music director for the One Hit Wonders, making show night a busy one for him. He said fundraising efforts like this one help pick up the slack in covering the costs associated with running the band and provide an overall better experience for students. “There is a lot of gaps that are left. There are some extracurricular things that we do that are not covered by the school,” Glibbery said. Funds will help subsidize trip costs, instrument repairs and purchases and festival entries for the music program. “Having the kids play music is the best way to fundraise money, that’s why I like this show,” Glibbery said. The experience for the students is also one that Glibbery hopes will instill a sense of professionalism. “As a musician, when you go out into the world and you get paid for it, you’ve got to de-

liver the goods,” Glibbery said. “Sometimes kids don’t think like that and this is an opportunity for them to realize this is the way things work out in the real world.” One Hit Wonders creator, producer and performer Rann Berry agrees that the show is a good way for students to get a peak into the world of professional music. “It gives the students an opportunity to play in front of a large crowd, a full theatre crowd,” said Berry. Nearly 30 Pen High students will also be helping out with everything from setup and lighting to promotion and audio setup. “They are involved to learn about what it is like to put on a fairly big show, so it’s really great experience for them,” Berry said. “It’s hands-on experience with a live, Vegas-style show.” The performance, which features classic tunes, go-go dancers and an eight-piece band, has expanded with new songs and set

changes splitting the show into two acts from the original one. “The show is different from last year, there’s no doubt about that,” Berry said. New to the show is Richard Harris’ MacArthur Park, which has been revamped from previous performances and received a great responses from audiences so far, including some standing ovations, said Berry. “We’ve really improved it. It is a huge song to tackle. I’ve never in my life seen a band play it,” said Berry. One Hit Wonders has been garnering praise since its debut three years ago in Kelowna and is about to make a large leap from a Vegas-style show to an actual Vegas show. “I was in Las Vegas a month ago talking to promoters and it definitely looks like we are going to be bringing the show down to Vegas,” Tickets are $29 and are available at the Penticton Community Centre front desk, or by phone at 250-490-2426.

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Like many people, one of the first things Michael Musclow does when he wakes up in the morning is check his email. The Penticton musician woke up to an offer from a record label in the Netherlands two weeks after he independently released his demo The Sonoran Buried Sky Has Bloodshed in April. This isn’t the first time an offer has come along, but Musclow approached it with a fair amount of skepticism. “I’ve been approached by companies in the past who promised services, but when I look into it in the end they just want your money. I’ve built up some jaded-ness over the years,” Musclow laughed. He said you can’t be too careful in a day and age where anyone can set up a website to look like a record label, but the offer seemed legitimate and the label was interested in working with him so he began to negotiate. “That must have caught wind or something because within that week I had a whole slew of offers from other companies,” Musclow said.

He was receiving offers from labels in Finland and a few from Spain, but a majority were out of the Netherlands. Musclow had some choices to make deciphering which deal was best in terms of options for royalty payments and digital and physical distribution. In the end he wound up with two contracts. He signed with Shimmering Moods Records for vinyl distribution in the Netherlands and Agatone Music for digital distribution worldwide. Getting contacted by a record label in the Netherlands might seems strange for a Penticton artist, but for the past eight years most of his independent record sales have been coming from Europe. Musclow has been making his music independently for a decade producing all of his albums himself including his upcoming label debut set for release sometime in the spring. The label debut will be released on iTunes worldwide but before he moves on, he decided to release one last independent record for the people who have been supporting him throughout the years. “I’m using it as a thank you to all my listeners over the

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December 5 Learning at Lunch at the Penticton Public Library. Topic is preparing for the holiday season without losing your mind or heart. Join panelists in discussing the highs and lows of the season, exploring some tactics for dealing with this demanding time of year at noon. Admission is free; tea, coffee and cookies are served. BLood donor cLinic from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop In Centre at 2965 South Main. Book your appointment online at www. blood.ca, GiveBlood App or call 1888-2-DONATE to check your eligibility prior to donating. To book group appointments or presentations for your office please contact Gayle Voyer at 250-4484022 or gayle.voyer@ blood.ca. the Penticton PuBLic Library celebrates the holiday season with stories, songs, crafts and puppet shows: Christmas Crackers for ages 5 to 12 years from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Dec. 5 in the Children’s Library; Arthur Christmas, a family movie for all ages at 2 p.m. on Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. in the library auditorium. These programs are free and registration is not required. For more information, call Julia Cox at 250-770-7783. t he F untimers ’ BaLLroom Dance Club meet most Friday evenings, upstairs at the Elks Club, 343 Ellis St., from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Come and enjoy an evening of ballroom and Latin American dance. Everyone welcome. For more information contact Robert McKenzie at 250493-0601 or visit pentictonfuntimers.org. FraternaL order oF the Eagles has Indian tacos by Doug’s Curlers at 5 p.m. with a entertainment by Paul James at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St. anavets has stu’s Kitchen open from 9 a.m. to noon. Mixed doubles at 7 p.m., karaoke with Shawna at 7:30 p.m. r oyaL c anadian Legion branch 40 has fish and chips lunch at 11:30 a.m. and a Dart Dolls Christmas party with Bob the DJ at 6 p.m. eLks cLuB on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m. south main droP-in Centre has yoga at 9 a.m., Tai Chi at 10:30 a.m., and

mah jong at 1 p.m. aL-anon meets at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. from 6 to 7 p.m. For info call 250-490-9272. seniors singLes Lunch Club welcomes 65-plus each Friday. For location call 250-496-5980 or 250770-8622. t he B ereavement resource Centre at 626 Martin St. hosts weekly drop-in grief support sessions Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Adults welcome. For more information on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, call 250-490-1107. summerLand PLeasure Painters meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre. New members and drop-ins are welcome. Contact Ruth at 494-7627 for info. the oLiver senior Centre, 5876 Airport St., has bingo with a loonie pot every Friday at 1 p.m. 890 Wing oF South Okanagan Air Force Association meets at 4 p.m. in the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. Penticton seniors comPuter Club dropin sessions Monday and Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 439 Winnipeg St. People may sign up for memberships, classes or have computer problems solved. Picture class on Mondays from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

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December 6 t he a LLey cats aLLiance is offering pet photos with Santa for a minimum $10 donation and receive a beautiful printed photo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Total Pet, Penticton, 402 Industrial Ave. E. All proceeds benefit AlleyCATS Alliance. Poinsettia tea From 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church. $6 admission, bake and jewellery tables. grace note ensemBLe presents A Classical Christmas from 7 to 9 p.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1370 Church St. Tickets are $20 adults, youth/children $5. Music by ensemble: Elizabeth Tribe, Heather Allen, John David Jasper and Dennis Nordlund. All proceeds to the school breakfast program at Queen’s Park, Columbia and West Bench Schools. craFt c hristmas Fair at St. John Vianney Church hall, 361 Wade

Ave. W from 1 to 3 p.m. cdart cookie saLe from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Penticton Lakeside Resort. We give you the gloves, you pick the cookies you want to purchase. We weigh them and you pay by the pound and then pretend you made them when company comes over. This year, there will also be a bazaar featuring items from the Critteraid thrift shop to raise funds for their I Love Lucy fundraiser. a L c o h o L i c s anonymous has daily meetings in Penticton and area. Call 250-490-9216 (24 hours) for more information. the saLvation army Kettle campaign is back, helping provide assistance to those who need it most. Volunteer to be a kettle host, no experience necessary, just your enthusiastic support and a friendly smile. Indoor or outdoor locations available. Call the Salvation Army at 250-492-6494 or 778-476-7707. charity BottLe drive with all money going to the Penticton Regional Hospital paediatric ward, SPCA, Critteraid and the Summerland food bank. Drop off from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays at Penticton and Summerland IGA stores. eLks cLuB on Ellis Street has crib at 10 a.m., drop-in darts at 4 p.m., meat draw at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by karaoke with Anita. eagLes cLuB has member appreciation day, burgers and fries at noon and beaver races at 4 p.m., followed by hockey night at 7 p.m. with door prizes. anavets has stu’s Kitchen for breakfast, lunch and dinner starting at 9 a.m., drop-in pool at noon and entertainment by Glory Days at 6:30 p.m. r oyaL c anadian Legion branch 40 has crib at 10 a.m., meat draw at 2 p.m. Penticton hosPitaL money tree draw. First prize is $500, second prize is a night at the Lakeside, chocolates and wine, third prize is $50 gift certificates from Peaches Lingerie and Teas and Weaves. Tickets are three for $5 and are available at the hospital gift shop, from an auxiliary member or call 250-490-9786. Draw date Dec. 19. a L c o h o L i c s anonymous has its 12 bells group at noon at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha

Lake Rd. The Saturday night group meets at 8 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. and in Summerland, the Grapevine meeting is at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. Call service 24 hours is 250-490-9216.

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December 7 the Penticton academy of Music presents a Christmas gala concert at 1:30 p.m. at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church. Performances by the Academy String Orchestra, the Academy musical theatre classes, the Academy Youth Choir and outstanding solo piano, violin, flute and voice performances. Admission is by donation with all proceeds to support the student bursary fund. santa coming For Lunch at Summerland Legion from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children are invited for a party with face painting, balloon animals and a picture with Santa and his elves. There is no charge for this event and it is open to the public, although a donation or food for the food bank or an unwrapped toy would be appreciated. More information is available at www.summerlandlegion. com. r oyaL c anadian Legion Branch 40 has Sports Sunday with the Ladies Auxiliary catering food and beverages in the hall, 502 Martin St. c hristmas c aroL FestivaL from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Bethel Church, 945 Main St. Admission is free with a food donation. exPLore the BLessings of giving from the heart at an Eckankar worship service at 11 a.m. at the Penticton Lakeside Resort. Families welcome. For more info, 250328-0244. eLks cLuB on Ellis Street has dog races at 2 p.m., M&M meat draw, Last Man Standing, pool and darts. anavets has horse races and meat draws at 2 p.m. and a Grey Cup party. LakeLands church hoLds Sunday services at 1265 Fairview Rd. (the Greek Orthodox Church) at 10:30 a.m. Everyone welcome. For more info contact info@lakelandschurch.com. a L c o h o L i c s anonymous meets in OK Falls at 10:30 a.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St., then in Penticton at 11 a.m. for the women’s group at

the Lawn Bowling Club, 260 Brunswick St. The Sunday 123 group meets at 8 p.m. in the Education Room in the basement of the Penticton hospital. The closed men’s group meets at 11 a.m. at the Eagles hall at 1197 Main St., side door, upstairs. r oyaL c anadian Legion branch 40 has meat and 50-50 draws at 2 p.m. in the hall, 502 Martin St. eagLes cLuB has a president’s breakfast at 8 a.m., public welcome. Pool league at noon, wings at 1 p.m. and meat draw at 4 p.m.

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December 8 R oyal C anadian legion branch 40 has dart dolls and Navy Vets Christmas party at at 11 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m., Ladies Auxiliary Christmas party at 5 p.m. FRateRnal oRdeR oF the Eagles has league darts at 7 p.m. and Monday night football. Members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St. BeReavement the ResouRCe Centre hosts a grief support group Mondays for parents who are grieving the loss of a

child. Call 250-490-1107 for more information. F looR CuRling at 12:45 p.m. every Monday except holidays in the Leisure Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. a l C o h o l i C s anonymous nux group meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Heritage Centre at Green Mountain Road and Penticton I.R. Road. Summerland 12 and 12 group at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the United Church basement. F Riends F itness meets every Monday and Thursday in the hall, 502 Martin St. at 10 a.m. Come and lose those

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December 9 an evening oF great music with the Penticton Concert Band from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Penticton United Church, featuring soprano Krystine Leclair. Musical selections will include the Oscar-winning melodies from Gladiator and stirring Broadway songs from Miss Saigon. Also included will be the music of Neil Diamond, Queen, Count Basie, and some of your favourite Christmas tunes. Tickets available at the church office, 250-492-2684, or at the door. More information at www.pentictonconcertband.ca. BRown Bag leCtuRe from noon to 1 p.m. presents Ken Tapping with What happened to the Dinosaurs? Lectures are in the museum auditorium and include coffee, tea and confections. Admission is by donation. More info at www.pentictonmuseum. com. t he p entiCton aCademy of Music presents Songs For the Season, the Academy Junior Choir and the Academy Youth Choir in performance under the direction of Tracy Stuchbery and Linnea Good at 7 p.m. at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church. Tickets are $5 available at the door. p entiCton w hole Foods Market is offering a free seminar at 7 p.m. on blood sugar balance during the holidays with Lisa Aschenbrenner a nutritionist with Inspire

Health, which is co-sponsoring this event. mental wellness CentRe has individual support for family members in Summerland from 10 a.m. to noon at 13211 Henry St. vispassana (insight) meditation for beginners or mature practitioners every Tuesday evening from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Please call Debora for details at 250-462-7340. All welcome, no charge. R oyal C anadian legion has an executive meeting at 10 a.m., service officer at 1 p.m. and zumba at 5 p.m. elks on ellis Street has league darts, yoga and 10-card crib at 7 p.m. FRateRnal oRdeR oF the Eagles has drop-in euchre at 7 p.m. anavets has stu’s kitchen open from 9 a.m. to noon. alCoholiCs anonymous young person’s group at 7:30 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. in the Outreach Centre. Call/text Guy at 250-460-2466 or Niki at 250-460-0798. Beginners’ meeting runs at 8 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church at 157 Wade Ave. al-anon FoR FRiends and family of alcoholics meets at 10:30 a.m. at 2800 South Main St. and 6:45 p.m. at 157 Wade Ave. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian. Call 250490-9272 for info. south main dRop-in Centre has novice bridge at 9:15 a.m., a sing-along at 10:30 a.m., lunch at 11:30 a.m., partner bridge at 12:45 p.m., improver

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is upstairs in the Elks Lodge at 344 Ellis St. in Penticton Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Donations accepted. pentiCton ConCeRt Band rehearses from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lutheran Church, 1370 Church St. Intermediate to advanced musicians. All band instruments. The band is available for performances. Phone 250-809-2087 for info or email info@pentictonconcertband.ca. okanagan Falls senioRs’ Centre has pool at 6:30 p.m. and music from 7 to 9 p.m. tops B.C. 4454 has weekly meetings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 445 Ellis St. Use back lane entrance. Meetings are downstairs. Phone Pat at 250-493-7887 or Sally at 250-492-6556. the south okanagan and Similkameen MS Society has an informal coffee group that meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at Cherry Lane Shopping Centre. For more info, call Sherry at 250-493-6564 or email sherry.wezner@ mssociety.ca. s outh o kanagan meet toastmasteRs every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the community services building at 5876 Airport St. in Oliver. Become a more confident speaker. Call Bill at 250-485-0006 or Melba at 250-498-8850 for details. 890 wing oF South Okanagan Air Force Association gets together

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for a gab and coffee every Tuesday at 9 a.m. at 126 Dakota Ave. line danCing at the Oliver Senior Centre at 10 a.m. Get moving with Claire Denney. Call 778439-2070 for more info.

uPCoMInG eVenTs holiday Fun FoR the whole family at the Naramata Library on Dec. 11 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Seasonal Stories, music with Yanti Roland, make and take crafts, Santa’s Workshop Lego building, hot chocolate and popcorn. Drop in for this free family event at 3580 Third St. For more information please call the branch at 250-4965679 or visitwww.orl. bc.ca. tenth annual FRee Christmas concert at the Adventist Church, 290 Warren Ave. W. on Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. featuring local artists Amigo Diego, William Leggott, The Hands of God and others. A fundraiser for the food bank, please bring nonperishable food items or cash donations. BeaR’s den santa Rec. Run on Dec. 13 from 9 a.m. to noon. Seven kilometre run or walk lake to lake fundraising for local youth recreation programming. Participants receive a Santa hat, hot chocolate and a chance at some great prizes. Registration is $15 per person or $50 for family of four. More at www. santarecrun.ca.

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Ernie Blumke will lead the Penticton and Wine Country Chamber of Commerce as president and Allison Markin as the vicepresident. Blumke, station manager at NewCap Radio (Country 100.7) and Markin, of All She Wrote Consulting, were brought into the executive with interim titles. With the annual

general meeting in March, the board of directors opted to bring Blumke and Markin into the executive for the interim. The municipal election saw Campbell Watt and Andre Martin, both of which led the chamber as president prior to entering the election race. “The board will miss Andre and Campbell and their leadership,” said Blumke. “I am honoured that my fellow board members

have chosen me to take the helm and I look forward to continuing the good work of the chamber.” The chamber is encouraging anyone interested in serving Penticton’s business community to consider putting their name forward in the spring to join. The executive committee also includes White Kennedy’s Andrew Nendick as secretary/treasurer and past-president Jason

Cox, owner of The People’s Crafthouse and Fit City Supplements. In addition, former board member Keith MacIntyre of Big Bear Software has been appointed to the board to serve until the annual general meeting, filling a seat left vacant by the recent departures. Cary Schneiderat was acting president in recent weeks during the election campaign, as the chamber awaited results before selecting its interim executive.

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Icewine makers welcome cold snap Steve Kidd Western News Staff

The rest of the population may not be pleased with the early cold snaps the Okanagan Valley is experiencing, but local icewine makers are ecstatic. Wineries from Osoyoos to Kelowna are reporting that the cold weather has allowed them to get the grapes off the vines early. “This is really early. Normally we don’t get cold snaps until January,” said Val Tait of Bench 1775 winery in Naramata. “There have been years when we have had to wait until the end of January, and in some years, there have been no icewine conditions at all.” Tait said their first pick happened on Nov. 13 and now, after a second run of sub-zero weather, they have been able to get the majority of their grapes picked. But the first cold weather came so early, she said, that they had only just finished picking the regular harvest. “We had to pick the last of our red wine, because it was going to turn into cold conditions for ice wine. We had to get our red wine fruit in, start that fermenting and literally, the next day we were picking and processing icewine,” said Tait, noting that they had also experienced a late ripening of the table wine grapes. Rob Van Westen, of Van Westen Winery, started picking at midnight on Nov. 18, when the temperature dropped to -11 C. “We started at midnight at we were squeezing them by 4 a.m. We were in a big hurry because it was going to warm up the next day. We were done shortly after 8 a.m.,” said Van Westen, explaining that as a small producer, he only had 1.7 tonnes to pick. An early icewine harvest has a number of benefits for the wineries, starting with removing the risk and worry of grapes sitting on the vines. “You have to leave the fruit sitting out there and there are so many things that can go wrong: thawing and freezing or you have problems with birds or animals. Because there are very few food sources left, they are super aggressive at getting into the fruit you have left hanging,” said Tait. Another benefit, Van Westen said, is a higher yield of juice from the grapes when they are picked early. Then there is the taste. “The expression of the fruit is very vibrant

and bright when it is picked earlier. It turns into more caramelized and oxidized flavours, more aged flavours the later you pick,” said Tait. While both are desirable tastes, Tait said the brighter flavour can move icewine from a dessert wine to pre-dinner. “It goes really well with appetizers or consuming it before a meal with fatty cheeses for fatty fruit. It has this very nice vibrancy that goes with food very well,” she said. “They are quite nice, but I think it is just a matter of changing our perception of how we consume them and what we consume them with.” Tait said icewines from this year’s harvest should be available in May, though a little aging in the bottle would go far. “What would be really nice if they get some bottle time. The longer they age, the more interesting they become,” she said. For Inniskillin Okanagan in Oliver, which harvested in mid-November, this was the earliest icewine harvest on record. Winemaker Derek Kontkanen said his crew began picking Riesling at 3 a.m. when temperatures in the Oliver vineyard had reached -12.2 C. Based on the 40 tonnes of fruit they brought in, he is expecting the quality of the wine to be very high. “It is a great way to cap off an excellent year,” said Kontkanen. “Fruit quality was great for the table wines and I can see the great potential in the fruit harvested.”

VALERIA TAIT (at right) of Bench 1775 Winery harvests some grapes to be used in this year’s ice wine production at the business vineyard on Naramata Road. Inside, cellar lab technician Sonja Lloyd (above) checks the levels of the juice.

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PIB looking at wind and power projects $40,000 in funding for exploring clean energy granted Western News Staff

The Penticton Indian Band has just added another plank to its ongoing exploration of economic development for the band. Thanks to $40,000 from the First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund, the band is going to be exploring generating clean energy with wind and power projects. The feasibility study will look at the possibility of establishing a small hydroelectric project at the Okanagan Lake dam, including a fish ladder to allow fish access to the lake, along with studying a wind power project. “Sustainability is part of our cultural values and we’re finding ways to

do that with modern technology,” said Chief Jonathan Kruger, who adds that the band is honoured to be receiving the grant. MLA Dan Ashton said developing clean energy resources has the potential to provide social and economic benefits for band members while providing new and sustainable sources of hydroelectric power. The financial and technical viability of both projects will be identified and recommendations made on how to best move ahead with further development. Future job opportunities could include construction, operation and maintenance. The First Nations Clean Energy Business Fund was created to increase participation in the clean energy sector. There are more than 200 corporations working in this sector in B.C., 68 per cent of which were formed in the last decade. The fund has distributed more than $5..7 million to 90 First Nations communities since 2011.

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Making a list — Emmanuel Hagel gives his Christmas list to santa at the Cherry lane shopping Centre. santa arrived at the mall to meet children and take photos on nov. 29. the shopping centre recently expanded its hours and its now open Monday to saturday until 9 p.m. and then on sunday’s until 5 p.m.

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The concept of a national park in the Similkameen has surfaced once again, thanks to a recommendation in a provincial finance committee report. The Report on the 2015 Budget Consultations recommends that the province work with the federal government and local stakeholders to assess the feasibility of and support for the establishment of a new national park in the South Okanagan-Similkameen. “That was worded very carefully because of the input we got,” said Penticton MLA Dan Ashton, who chairs the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services, which authored the report. As Penticton mayor and chair of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, he was a supporter of the park. “My support is conditional and always has been,” said Ashton. His conditions include maintaining the rights of ranchers, farmers, those with mineral rights in the area and other current users. That includes HNZ Topflight

(formerly Canadian Helicopters), which uses the area for training flights. “Their operations can not be affected and that also goes for the hunting and fishing,” said Ashton. “It’s not like a greenfield park where there is nothing involved. There is a lot of activity in this area. This is a national park that is being dropped into a populated area.” The report notes the national park concept is supported by the federal government but requires provincial support to proceed. But park supporters did not give up when provincial support was withdrawn in 2011, with thenenvironment minister Terry Lake saying the province was not convinced there was enough local support. Several groups, including the South Okanagan Similkameen National Park Network, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society – BC Chapter, and the Greater Westside Board of Trade and South Okanagan Chamber of Commerce, voiced support for the project in their submissions to the committee.

According to the budget report, the South Okanagan-Lower Similkameen region has been described as one of the most important ecosystems in the world and home to nearly 60 federally listed endangered species. The potential economic benefits of the proposed park were cited as including new jobs, tourism, First Nations opportunities, and economic diversification. “I know it has been quietly simmering,” said Ashton. “I know it is a hot issue.” Mark Pendergraft, chair of the RDOS and representative for the Osoyoos rural area, said the board had previously passed a motion asking the province to reengage in negotiations about a national park and see whether outstanding issues could be resolved. “I don’t necessarily say they were in favour of a national park, it was just they wanted the discussions to continue,” said Pendergraft, noting that new directors will be sworn in on Dec. 11. “I think it is probably an issue that we will have to address again as a new board and see where we want to go with it.”

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Nearly two-thirds of rural residents would rather pay higher user fees than see their taxes go up to pay for facilities in neighbouring municipalities, according to a new citizens’ survey. if they are Sixty-four per cent of people polled by the going to charge Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen me more based preferred the idea of a on my iD, i two-tiered rate structure so those who use public might not go ... facilities elsewhere pay — Karla Kozakevich their fair share. However, the RDOS director for Naramata has reservations about a twotired system since it could be hard to administer and discourage visitors from using facilities like Penticton’s pool. “If I think about myself going there with my son, it’s roughly $9 if we want to swim for an hour. If they’re going to charge me more based on my ID, I might not go and they’ll lose out on that revenue,” said Karla Kozakevich. She also noted her area already contributes grant money to Penticton-based groups such as the Shatford Centre, and called for more detailed polling on what out-of-town facilities her constituents actually use and what they’d be willing to pay before exploring the idea further. Penticton Mayor Andrew Jakubeit agreed. “The West bench already does do $25,000 for the pool and the library, but of course that’s a very old agreement, so that potentially could look at being upgraded,” he said. Jakubeit added that he’d like to reopen talks later with directors of neighbouring RDOS areas, perhaps in time for the 2016 budget cycle, and look for a way to maintain and ensure fairness of the current single-price system. “To go with higher user fees just becomes a lot more divisive and I think there’s probably ways around it, so I think we need to revisit that conversation,” he said. Residents on the West Bench and in Naramata reported the highest quality of life among people in the eight RDOS rural areas, according to other results from the citizens’ survey. Respondents in those two areas rated their quality of life at an average of 8.6 out of 10. The lowest average score for quality of life was a seven out of 10 recorded in Hedley and rural Keremeos. The RDOS saw its average score dip to just six out of 10 when it asked rural residents to rate the value it provides for their tax dollars. The survey was based on telephone polling of 400 people in April. The RDOS conducts the survey every two years.

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fabbro PENTICTON VEES Connor Chartier is thwarted on this third-period scoring attempt by Trail Smoke Eaters netminder Adam Todd and defenceman Bryan Gerstenfeld during the Dec. 3 B.C. Hockey League game at the South Okanagan Events Centre. The Vees skated to a 3-1 win and will be back in action Dec. 6 when they host Powell River. Mark Brett/Western News

Affiliate nets Vees winner Okanagan Hockey Academy product delivers Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Jordan Bellerive’s first career BCHL goal was a big one. It helped the Penticton Vees defeat the Trail Smoke Eaters 3-1 at the South Okanagan Events Centre Wednesday night. “It’s pretty exciting,” said Bellerive, an affiliate player from the Okanagan Hockey Academy prep white midget team. “To get the first one under the belt, to make it a game-winner it’s obviously even better.” Heading into the dressing room with a 2-0 lead after the first period, the 15-year-old found the puck taped up in his stall after Vees co-captain Patrick Sexton grabbed it. “It’s a pretty cool feeling, obviously it’s memorable,” said Bellerive, who played a big part in the Vees’ 24th win in 29 games this season. The North Vancouver product received a warm reception from his teammates as loud cheers could be heard from the dressing room. “They were all really good about it, trying to make me feel welcome here,” said Bellerive. “They make me feel like a part of the team. I can’t thank them enough. They really treat me great.” “He’s a heck of a player. He doesn’t lack anything,” said Vees assistant captain Jack Ramsey, who opened the scoring 20 seconds in, but initially had his goal waved off by the referee as it exited the net as quickly as it went in. “He competes and he’s a physical force out there for being so young. He’s a really good player.” The five-foot-nine, 180 pound winger made an impression on Vees coach-general manager Fred Harbinson. “He’s really poised with the puck. He acts a lot older than he is,” he said.”Great play by (Mitch) Newsome to find him in the high slot.”

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Bellerive said he watched Newsome drive wide to the net, while he arrived late. Seeing three Smoke Eaters go low, he stayed high. “I just kind of closed my eyes and shot,” said Bellerive, who has sniped 21 goals along with 11 assists in 21 games. “It was a little bit surreal feeling. I kind of dreamed about this one for a while so it felt really good.” With him potting the winner, the Vees gave him a round of applause. “Not just his goal, but his overall play,” added Ramsey. “He stands out there. He plays a strong game so that’s huge when you can come in the lineup and do that.” Putting the dagger in the Smoke Eaters was Dakota Conroy who finished a feed by Connor Chartier at 5:46 of the third to give the Vees a 3-0 lead. Smoke Eater Griffyn Martin shattered Hunter Miska’s shut out bid when he blasted a shot past the Vees net minder from the blue line. After a disappointing loss to the West Kelowna Warriors Nov. 29, Ramsey said he felt the Vees played a complete game. “Going into the third period with that lead, similar to the other night, we followed through and we played 20 minutes,” he said. “We really played a team game tonight.” On his goal, Ramsey was asked if the hockey gods were making up for the goal call that went against them versus the Warriors. “I don’t know. If you believe in the hockey gods,” he said. “It was a good bounce to me in the first 20 seconds. It was a really good way to start the game.” Harbinson said they took care of their own end a lot better. “I thought our guys responded to practice the other day,” he said. “I thought they responded to the game plan well tonight. Now we move forward and get ready for Friday.” This weekend the Vees travel to Vernon to take on the Vipers (16-7-1-2), then host the Powell River Kings (13-7-0-6) Saturday.

1. Which minor hockey coach made the biggest impact on you and why? John Batchelor because he taught me valubale lessons on and off the ice and also to treat everyone with respect. 2. What is your favorite hockey memory? Winning the Western

5. What's the best advice your parents gave you about playing hockey? Do everything opposite that my dad does when he plays beer league. 6. If you could have dinner with any hockey players, dead or alive, who would they be? Why? Nick Lidstrom because there is a reason he's called the "perfect human."

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Penticton’s Abigail McCluskey has earned a spot on Team B.C.’s speed skating squad for the Canada Winter Games in Prince George Feb. 13 until March 1, 2015. “I’m pretty excited,” said McCluskey. “Really good competition, especially for the top four. I was pretty confident. I thought I performed pretty well, especially first the two days.” McCluskey claimed the second of four spots at a tryout in Fort St. John over the weekend, an event that also counted for Canada Cup points. Her best result was sixth. McCluskey, who started short track speed skating in 2010 and recently competed in the Regional Junior World Cup in Calgary, is happy to have it over and the stress gone. “I just used it more for training to get ready for bigger comps,” she said. “It’s good to be there with the top skaters in the country.” Ahead for McCluskey, a member of the Kelowna Speed Skating Club, is more training and preparing for Canada Cup events. McCluskey is also seeking sponsorship. Anyone interested in helping McCluskey can reach her at abigail.mccluskey@gmail. com.

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Snowboarders love Apex Mountain Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Apex Mountain Resort could become the future training grounds for Canada’s snowboard alpine team. A lack of snow in northern Italy forced Canada’s world cup squad to change their plans and stay on home soil, arriving in Penticton Nov. 29. “It’s been awesome,” said coach Rob Roy. “We’ve had great training for three days (Sunday, Monday and Tuesday). Had good snow conditions. The turnaround time on the lift is important to us. It’s a short turnaround. The length of the hill and the pitch is right and the snow conditions were great. We have no complaints at all.” When asked if the

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team would return in the future, Roy said, “I would think so.” Roy, who is familiar with Apex Mountain, said that once he had seen the place up close, he realized the training possibilities. He has also had several chances to speak with Apex Mountain Resort manager James Shalman. “It would work well for us. We are looking at some various options

APEX MOUNTAIN RESORT welcomed Canada’s Caroline Calvé and the Canadian world cup alpine team to train prior to their season starting on Dec. 13. Jason Ransom/Canadian Olympic Committee photo

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last minute like this. We really appreciate all the support they have given us for this little training camp.” Calvé said the conditions were perfect. “For us, for alpine snowboarding, it’s like for skiers, we like hard and groomed runs,” said Calve, who placed sixth in the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics in Russia. Calvé was impressed with the resort, calling it a “great little hill.” “It’s a nice place. I like how it’s secluded,” she said. “In town there is barely any snow and you get up there and there is tons of snow. It’s a great place to have around your house.” While in Penticton Shalman arranged for athletes to meet kids and other locals and Calvé appreciated it. “It’s amazing when local people, you know for us, our local people are the Canadian people,” she said. “When a national team comes to a little community, and they say, ‘hey we welcome you, we are super happy to have you,’ it makes it so much better for us to train.” When told of the possibility of returning, Calve, 36, said it’s a great idea instead of going to Europe for two weeks. “Why not come here. It’s much better, it’s at home,” said the product of Aylmer, Que.

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Busy November From the Slot with Cam Amantea

Sports editor’s note: Throughout the season, Cam Amantea will write a column for the Western News giving readers insight on the Vees. This week was a bit of a break for us. The past month or so we have had a lot of three-game weeks so to finally get a good week of practice in was nice for the players and coaches. Friday night against Langley was a tough game and we knew it would be going into it. We left Friday at about 11 a.m. so that gave us lots of time to get there, which was definitely needed with the road conditions. We stopped in Chilliwack for our pre-game meal then made our way to Langley. The Rivermen are known to be big and hard to play against, but with that comes a lot of penalties and we knew with our speed and work ethic they wouldn’t be able to keep with us for 60 minutes. As the game went on their emotions started to get the best of them, they started taking a lot of penalties, which we capitalized on. The game finished 6-0 and was a huge start to the weekend for us and made for a happy bus ride home. Saturday was an easy game to get up for despite the long trip home from Langley the night before. West Kelowna is a very offensive team and always makes for a great game especially when we’re at home on a Saturday night. We played the first two periods exactly how we wanted. We had a two-goal lead and held West Kelowna to under 10 shots. The third was a bit of a different period, we got away from our game plan and made a few mental errors which the Warriors capitalized

PENTICTON VEES Cam Amantea flips the puck past Trail Smoke Eater Connor Wynne during their game at the South Okanagan Events Centre on Wednesday. Mark Brett/Western News

on and had a four-goal third period with the fourth and gamewinning goal coming with 36 seconds left in the period. The play was originally ruled no goal because of a high stick but after the refs met they decided it was a good goal.

This week is another tough schedule for us as we play another multi-game week on the road against Vernon Friday and then we finish at home against Powell River on Saturday night.

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BC Hockey announced its under-16 roster for the 2015 Canada Winter Games Feb.13 – March 1, in Prince George. The 20-player roster includes Penticton’s Ethan O’Rourke of the Okanagan Hockey Academy. Also on the roster from the OHA are goalie Jordan Hollett, defencemen Griffin Mendel, Scott Walford and forwards Jordan Bellerive, Michael Rasmussen. Jordan Robinson, Brendan Semchuk and Chase Stevenson. Andy Oakes, president of the Okanagan Hockey Group, which operates the OHA, said it’s a big year for the Canada Winter Games being hosted in B.C. “It will be an amazing experience for the players,” he said. “For us to have that many players named is quite an accomplishment, kudos to the players, families and coaches working with them over last year.” Oakes added it’s a big thing for the OHA and shows that the program is working and develops good players and kids. “You have these years where you have a special crop,” said Oakes. “Nine is a little more than we would normally see. It’s nice to see the kids recognized.” Oakes described O’Rourke as a big (six-foot-four, 173 pound) lanky forward.

“He’s a smart player,” said Oakes of O’Rourke, who was drafted by the Prince George Cougars. “He can play the game with his skill and body size well. Like any young guy, he is growing into his body, Learning how it is going to mature and physically develop. He is having a good season and a great kid to boot.” “The Team BC evaluation staff Ethan O’Rourke has put on thousands of miles and countless hours to get to this place in our journey, but after looking at our completed roster, I am extremely excited at challenge that lies ahead,” said Team BC head coach Jim Didwoodie in a release. “Hearing the excitement in the boys’ voices after making the calls makes the whole process worth it. “Our roster has depth in all three areas with elite level skill and a very high hockey IQ,” continued Didwoodie. “You can see the depth in our roster. Our challenge will be to bring them together and have a singular focus on competing for gold. We now have to focus on the task at hand and our preparation to compete for gold in our home province in front of our fans in Prince George. We are hoping this extra motivation will help us get there.”

Finishing 18th at the AAA Big Kahuna BC High School Boys Championships in Langley isn’t what the Pen High Lakers senior volleyball team had in mind. The Lakers were knocked out of contention for a higher finish after bowing to David Thompson. In their next match the Lakers defeated North Peace then ended the season with a loss to Belmont. “Overall, it was a little disappointing. The first day was tough,” said Lakers coach Rob Gunning, adding they didn’t get in until midnight because of the road conditions. In pool play they opened with a three set victory against Centennial, who went on to finish 11th. Against Belmont Gunning said they just couldn’t close out and suffered the same type of loss to Seaquam. “Just a few too many errors in key situations,” he said. “Overall, we continued to play good defence. Our passing and serving were OK, but did let us down at times. You just need key kills late in matches and we lacked that at times.” Gunning added that his players were a little disappointed, but enjoyed the experience. “Hopefully, our Grade 11’s can take this experience and improve on our results next year.”

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Baseball groups merger: new SOMBA

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After 15 years of operating separately, the South Okanagan Minor Baseball Association (SOMBA) and Penticton Minor Baseball Association (PMBA) are joining forces. The new amalgamated association will keep the SOMBA brand and is committed to a vision. “To provide a positive baseball experience for youth in the South Okanagan,” said new president Aqil Samuel. “We feel it is in the best interest of all stakeholders involved, especially youth baseball players, to operate under one associa-

tion instead of two. One association will allow us to leverage the strengths of both associations in order to provide a baseball program that everyone in the South Okanagan can be proud of.” SOMBA is a member in good standing with BC Baseball (formerly BC Minor Baseball) and will provide a program for players aged five to 18 years. Depending on the age group, SOMBA will offer separate winter, spring, summer and fall seasons to fit the needs of players from recreational house league players to elite rep. In the announcement made by the associa-

tion, SOMBA states its need for committed, high energy people on the new board that would make sure that they are being transparent and communicate to all stakeholders in a timely manner. On the association’s short term priority list is completing the amalgamation, finding a midget coach/technical director for the elite midget AAA program and to set up and establishing a winter program for all levels to start in early January to lead into the spring season. More information on the association can be found at www.SOMBATigers.com, facebook.com/ SOMBABaseball and Twitter: @SOMBABaseball.

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Mitch Kopp was virtually unstoppable and so were his West Kelowna RedBlacks en route to the 2014 B.C. junior bantam nine-man football championship. The RedBlacks, who won the Southern Interior title a week earlier, defeated the Prince George Blackjacks 36-6 on Nov. 23 in the provincial final in Kamloops. Kopp scored five touchdowns, four on the ground and one on a pass reception. He finished the day with nine carries for 160 yards rushing and 44 yards on two receptions. Quarterback Dylan Milligan was three-for-five in passing for 65 yards and threw a touchdown pass. Noah Lindsay rushed for 50 yards, while Zander Large had 21 yards receiving.

Summerland’s Simon Paul, a rookie defensive and offensive lineman for the RedBlacks, said it was awesome to help his team win. “Scary too, never been in any provincials so I was quite nervous,” he wrote in an email. Paul, who played his best game, was nervous because he didn’t know what Prince George was like. However, once the game started it was just football. Kopp was named the game’s most valuable player, while Lindsay earned the most sportsmanlike player honours. The B.C. champion RedBlacks are: Zachari White, Dylan Milligan, Justin Orge, Zander Large, Noah Lindsay, Shamus Hogarth, Paul, Riley Green, Isaac Witt, Taylor Schwinghamer, Teja Gaskell, Alexander Houghton,

Kyren Peterman, Paul Hauk, Mitch Kopp, Dylan Hilts, Jordan Lee and Colby Dupuis. Paul, who stands sixfoot-one, 220 pounds, decided to try football as he thought it would be similar to rugby, which he played at school. “I love the contact, the teamwork and the new friends I have made,” wrote Paul, who was also convinced by his coach Kevin Lindsey, who saw him play in spring-league hockey, to try out.

THE B.C. CHAMPION RedBlacks are: Zachari White, Dylan Milligan, Justin Orge, Zander Large, Noah Lindsay, Shamus Hogarth, Simon Paul, Riley Green, Isaac Witt, Taylor Schwinghamer, Teja Gaskell, Alexander Houghton, Kyren Peterman, Paul Hauk, Mitch Kopp, Dylan Hilts, Jordan Lee and Colby Dupuis. Submitted photo

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Lion’s Club V-8’s clinch tourney

The Penticton Lion’s Club V-8’s overcame adversity to win the 12-team Kamloops bantam rec hockey tournament on the weekend. It started with the V-8’s icing nine players against Semiahmoo with three stuck behind an accident on the Trans Canada highway who arrived halfway through the game. Their timing was just right as another player was ill on the bench and could not continue. The V-8’s scored with only 14 seconds left to pull out the tie. In the second and third games, they beat two Kamloops teams by scores of 4-1 and 5-1, which put them in first-place in the round robin to advance to the semi-finals. In that round they beat another Kamloops team 6-1. The final game was against the Kamloops Titans, who they faced before, and it was a real defensive battle with the V-8’s winning 3-2. “The boys skated with a lot of heart,” said V-8’s coach Kelly Spence. “I couldn’t have been any more proud of these guys as it was an all-out effort on their part by checking the other team into the ice and using superb passing to control the puck.” The V-8’s allowed seven goals in fives games and received scoring from all three lines. Spence added the team represented Penticton well and received numerous compliments from parents of the four Kamloops teams they defeated. They were impressed by the V-8’s disciplined play. Making up the V-8’s, the coaches are Ken Simpson, Spence and Brad Heintz, and players are Cohyn Cutler, Jake Stocker, Connor Hussey, Ryan Barth, Tommy Waterman, Tyler Danis, Carson Leitch, Drew Sherwood, Jacob Barth, Thor Moorhart, Mason Heintz and Ryley Hilton.

Sherwood Trophy sweeps weekend

The Penticton peewee Sherwood Trophy Vees met Salmon Arm for the second time and won 2-1. Scoring for the Vees were Stephen Searcy and Sami Togyi. On Sunday, the Vees went to Vernon for their second game of the weekend and whipped the home team 9-1. Xavier Roepcke and Levi Carter led with two goals, while Marty Aantjes, Ethan O’Rourke, Ben LeFranc, Kai Espenhain and Owen Labadie each scored once. Barley Mill Player of the Game was Dylan Milton. The Vees are off to Kamloops next weekend for a tournament.

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This sixth generation Explorer marks the 25th anniversary of the iconic SUV, with over 350,000 sold in Canada so far.

Mazda MX-5 2015 Jeep Renegade Over the last few years Mazda has been introducing There is no question that the merger of Fiat and vehicles with its new Skyactiv technology but there is Chrysler has helped to introduce many new vehicles. one car that will signify the culmination of all the things The small car segment is a perfect example; the Fiat Mazda does well, the next generation MX-5 (Miata). 500 and its variations has been a plus The MX-5 will come in 2015 as a 2016 for Chrysler’s bottom line. Built in Europe model and all eyes are on Mazda to see on the Fiat 500L platform, this smaller what it can deliver. The bodywork is more Jeep Renegade replaces the Compass dramatic and having seen it in person, and Patriot models. Powered by either the dimensions look fanatic but the new a 160hp, 1.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder front grille might take a while to adapt too. or a larger 184hp, 2.4L 4-cylinder, Jeep The two-seat cockpit is roomier, thanks to claims that this compact crossover is a wider body and longer wheelbase but still a capable vehicle because of two the overall length is 105mm shorter and by Zack Spencer available all-wheel-drive (AWD) systems. 20mm lower. The standard models will be available with front-wheelThe 2.0L Skyactiv direct injection 4-cylinder will power drive (FWD), with either a 6-speed manual or 9-speed this lightweight car and power will go to the rear automatic transmission. wheels though a 6-speed manual transmission. Engine Styling is all-American; the signature Jeep grille is maroutput has not been announced, neither has the price, ried perfectly into the boxy design, as too are other Jeep but expect the car to be competitive with the 2015 styling cues. The interior is has a rugged, yet upscale model on price. design that features all of Jeep’s latest technology, Ford Explorer including the award winning Uconnect infotainment The sixth generation Ford Explorer will arrive in 2015 system. Pricing has not been announced but expect it as a 2016 model, now with new 2.3L EcoBoost engine shortly as it is due at dealerships very soon. available on the base and XLT trim. This replaces the older 2.0L Ecoboost and provides a 270hp, a 13 per cent bump over the last version. The 290hp 3.5L V6 is carried over but the Sport trim and new Platinum trim will be fitted with the 365hp Ecoboost V6. Ford claims that styling is the number one purchase consideration so the shape was retained but new grille and LED headlamps help refresh the look.

Honda HR-V Coming in 2015 is another SUV, smaller than the CR-V, helping to define the new subcompact SUV market. This little runabout is built off the excellent Honda Fit platform and will include many of the features that make that car a standout. The first is the interior of the HR-V. It will also feature Honda’s Magic Seats that flip

and fold for amazing versatility. The same 1.8L 4-clinder engine with 138hp will power this vehicle, either with FWD or AWD, through a continuously variable transmission or 6-cpeed manual. Pricing will be introduced closer to the introduction this coming spring. Built in Mexico, the HR-V will give Honda the same leg up that the original CR-V did for the small SUV segment. Chevrolet Volt It might surprise many people that the best selling electric car in Canada is the Chevrolet Volt, not the sexy Tesla Model S. There are many reasons for this, mainly the fact that the Volt provides all-electric transportation for 65 kms but with the aid of a small 4-cylinder generator to extend the range over 300 kms. This car has all of the upside of an electric car with none of the range limiting restrictions. In 2015, Chevrolet will introduce the second generation of Chevrolet Volt, one that hopes to improve on the usability of the car in terms of comfort and electric driving range. General Motors will showcase the next generation car in January at the Detroit Auto Show and the company’s CEO has stated that the new car “will store more energy in its battery pack with fewer cells, yet go further on a charge.” General Motors claims that 80 per cent of current Volt owners commute entirely on electric power, so any improvement to range will help increase this number. The Volt isn’t a huge volume seller for General Motors but this new model will help the company to showcase what it can do technologically. General Motors has the capability to produce some the most advanced cars on the road.

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Pickup trucks continue to push new sales records every year and with more advancements in technologies and lightweight materials, we are witnessing a dramatic change to the automotive industry. The 2015 Ford F-150 is a reinvention of North America’s most popular pickup. It is 317 kilograms (700lbs) lighter, due to its aluminum body. It can tow up to 500 more kilograms (1,100lbs) and carry up to 240 more kilograms (530lbs) of cargo. The other benefit of losing all this weight is the fuel economy numbers, projected to be five to 20 percent better gas mileage. Four engine choices include a 2.7 litre EcoBoost V6 delivering 385 horsepower and 375 lb-ft of torque, a 3.5 litre EcoBoost V6 twin turbo that produces 365 horsepower and an incredible 420 lb-ft of torque, a 5.0-litre V8 with 385 horsepower with 387 lb-ft of torque and a 3.5-litre with 283 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque. Some new technologies incorporated in this truck include: a 360-degree camera that offers the driver a bird’s eye view to help manouevre the vehicle out of tight spots, LED headlamps, LED taillamps, integrated loading ramps, and a trailer hitch assist rearview camera that helps line up their truck and trailer without the use of a spotter. Starting at $17,999

The 2015 Ram 1500 Diesel features a 3.0-litre EcoDiesel V6 with an eight-speed TorqueFlite transmission, delivering an impressive 7.1 L/100 km highway fuel economy, powers. The Ram also includes active grille shutters to improve airflow for improved aerodynam-

ics. There is also an airbag option available that can lower the ride height to create less drag. The Ram truck has generated a lot of excitement in 2014 and has won numerous awards. In Canada, Ram has maintained a strong following and with a diesel engine offering, the light truck market just became more interesting.

matic changes to the body. The grille is much larger and gives the truck a more aggressive look. The 1794 Edition is a Western-themed truck that features 20 inch chrome clad alloy wheels, chrome surround grille with two bar silver inserts, a chrome and silver bumper, 1794 Edition badging, power moonroof and a heavy duty towing package. The Tundra tailgate opens very easily with the hydraulic assist and can close with as little as two fingers.

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The 2015 GMC Canyon has breathed new life into the midsize pickup market. This vehicle is equipped with a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine that produces 200 horsepower and is mated with a six speed manual transmission, with a six-speed automatic available as an option. You can also order a more powerful 3.6 Litre V6 with 302 horsepower engine, but it is only available with the automatic transmission. Available 4G LTE with Wi-Fi connection through OnStar turns your pick up into a mobile hotspot. Brand new body style will attract a lot of attention, especially on the West Coast where midsize trucks were so popular.

The all-new 2015 GMC Canyon is expected to deliver class-leading capabilities with the brand’s signature refinement – all in an efficiently sized, maneuverable package.

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PART-TIME COMPANY CLASS 1 DRIVER

Claddagh Cartage is currently seeking a Part-time Company Class 1 Driver based in Penticton, BC. We are an Agent for Clark Freightways, performing LTL truck services for Penticton and outlining areas. This position requires a Class 1 license and involves both driving and warehouse work. Guaranteed 2 days/week plus as-needed with a possibility of developing into a full time position if desired. REQUIREMENTS:

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Obituaries

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Naramata Artisan’s & Crafter’s Christmas Faire & Naramata Heritage Inn Open House Spa Day Sun., Dec. 7 - 10am-4pm Naramata Heritage Inn & Spa One of a kind high quality hand made gifts, made by outstanding local Artisans Join us for an old fashioned Christmas Free Admission Heather (250)496-5486

SHOPARAMA Dec. 6 & 7. Vernon Rec Centre, 3310-37 Ave, Artisans, Entrepreneurs, Home-Based business, baking too. 100’s of unique gift items. Door prizes, concession. FREE admission.

2 Cooks req’d F/T temp for Go Greek Foods Ltd. dba. Opus Café Bistro. 52 - 650 Duncan Ave. W. Penticton, BC V2A 7W5.Prepare & cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods. Schedule and supervise kitchen helpers. Oversee kitchen operations. Maintain inventory and records of food supplies and equipment. $14.00. Min. 2 yr. exp. Contact Michael: opusbistro@yahoo.ca

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CHRISTMAS TREES; Scotch Pine, Douglas and Fraser Fir, Open daily 10 am - 3:30 pm to Dec. 22/14, you choose, we cut, 250-492-8023, 1555 Randolph Rd., Penticton, Cash Sales only.

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services

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

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Elsie Eugenie

It is with a great deal of sadness that I announce the passing of my darling mother on November 24th, 2014 at the age of 94. After a month in hospital with pneumonia compromised by congestive heart failure and lung cancer, she died peacefully in her sleep at Moog and Friends Hospice. Elsie was born in Liverpool England on August 1st, 1920. She is pre-deceased by all of her siblings, Jim, Jessie, Stan and Olive DeWitte and her husband, Len. She is survived by her daughter, Loro Tylor, of Penticton. She moved to Canada in 1981 with her husband to be closer to her daughter in Calgary and her two brothers. Divorced in 1983, she moved to Kelowna in 1989, then on to Penticton in 2000. During the war she served in Air Traffic Control. She had a very sharp mind, and this she attributed to doing several crossword puzzles every day. She also loved to read, enjoyed her TV shows, and spending daily time with her daughter who also took her on holidays and outings. She was happy and content. I miss her so much, not only was she my mother, she was my very best friend and companion. I am blessed to have had her for so long. Her spirit is now free and at peace. I am so grateful to the staff at Penticton Regional Hospital and Moog’s Hospice for their care of her, and also to Lesley Luff at Credible Cremations who has been incredibly kind and helpful. A private service will be held later in the month.

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Has an exciting career opportunity within their sales team. Automotive industry experience is not a requirement but a Sales experience is a must. Successful candidate will develop ongoing, profitable relationships with customers… and continually maintain a professional company image. Penticton Kia has an excellent compensation package, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities. Put your career in drive today! Apply in person at Penticton Kia 550 Duncan Avenue West, Penticton.

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Edo Japan is hiring FT and PT kitchen staff to assist in prep and cooking, exp. not required but fast food exp. an asset, need to be reliable and have a good attitude, contact Norm 250-770-0062, edojapanpenticton@gmail.com

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Best Little Hair House (468 Main St.) Looking for an Esthetician for an established high trafc Downtown salon in Penticton •

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Option 1 - space for rent includes a Private Room, separate nail booth with Nail table, Pedi Chair and bed. Option 2 - looking for an esthetician to hire with Guarantee and commission. For the right person a Great opportunity......waxing ,nails and nail art , pedicure, lash extensions. make-up opportunities for multi services and so much more. Must be dependable with a friendly personality. Call Sally 250-493-4700, 250-809-9255 or email: sallyattwell@hotmail.com LOOKING FOR ON-CALL CARRIERS FOR DOOR TO DOOR DELIVERIES FOR THE PENTICTON WESTERN TWICE WEEKLY PHONE 250-492-0444, EXT. 219

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Holistic Health REFLEXOLOGY, new in town, certified experienced practitioner now taking appointments, (250)493-1782

Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

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HOME Renovations. Large or small. Bathrooms, Basements, Kitchens and more. Licensed and Insured. Serving West Kelowna to Osoyoos. Call 250488-5338 for a free Estimate

Moving & Storage U1ST - MOVING 2 men $80/hr. Local and long distance. Call 250-859-8362. FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687

A-1 Firewood, Full cords, split & delivered, Pine, $200, 1/2 cords & 1/4 cords avail., Free delivery locally 250-7700827, 250-809-0127 evenings.

Furniture Antique dining room table, 6 chairs, china cabinet, $500, gold recliner, near new, $75 (250)492-4437

Garage Sales Oliver Indoor Flea Market Open Year Round Closed Dec. 27 & 28 only Sat. 8-4, Sun. 9-3 New Diner on Site 1 Block East of Chevron INFO 250-408-4222

HERE COME THE PAINTERS, 14 years experience, Interior/Exterior, 250-486-2331

A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. Trades are welcome. 40’Containers under $2500! DMG 40’ containers under $2,000 each. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Wanted to buy 300 size hydraulic excavator. Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

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PENTICTON Junk Removal! Anything goes! Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827

Snowclearing JACK THE BEAR; small parking and walkways. Servicing Penticton’s North end, 250490-5702

Pets & Livestock

Livestock Kiln Dried Wood Shavings, 54, 60 and 110 cu. yd., bulk loads, delivered starting @ $200 load, (250)770-0214

Shavings & Sawdust Friendly service from Summerland since 1972 Les Porter 250-490-1132

Pets BOUVIER PUPS, home raised, loyal & loving, various colors $900. 250-494-4092. sm.white@shaw.ca

Cars - Domestic

Firewood/Fuel

Heavy Duty Machinery

Cleaning Services

REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.

Flooring Flooring installations. 20 yrs experience. Okanagan Valley 778-215-rugs (7847)

Painting & Decorating

B&C Cleaning, residential, commercial & construction cleaning, yard clean-ups, driveway snow clearing, licensed, bonded & Worksafe. Bill & Cheryl Watson, owner operators, (250)488-7964

Countertops

Scrap Car Removal

Merchandise for Sale

Books, Coins, Stamps Comic & Old Book Sale, Fri., Dec. 5 & Sat.,Dec. 6, 9am4pm, inside at 190 Dafoe Pl., (250)490-8832, selling my collection

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Misc. for Sale HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper?

Olalla; clean, spacious, bright house, 2bdrm, 1.5ba, laundry rm, w/d/f/s/dw, workshop, NO SMOKING, small pet ok, avail. now, $950/mo., 250-499-5700 One bdrm house in orchard setting. New stove, fridge, microwave, washer, dryer, shower. Suitable for working singles or couples only. No children, NP, NS. $700/mo + util ($75 to $150). Avail Dec 31, Pictures available by email. Phone 250-494-4666.

Suites, Lower 1bd daylight basement, close to Wiltse Elem. School, N/S, N/P, prefer mature resp. person, ref’s req., $650 incl. util., avail. immed., 250-493-5630 1BDRM on Wiltse, utilities incl, n/s, n/p, ref’s req., $650/mo, avail now, 250-492-2908 or 250-490-1025 1bdrm walk out bsmt suite, Kaleden, $800 (incli. util & wifi), avail. immed., 250-4972911, jgray7@telus.net 2bd, 1.5ba, 1300 sqft., long term rental, adults only, ns, np, ref’s req., avail. Dec. 1, $1000/mo., 250-493-7996 Big, clean, quiet, 1bdrm, $700 util. incl., pet ok, (778)4760506

Rentals Commercial/ Industrial 690 McCurdy Rd. Kel. 2400 sq’, 3ph, secure comp., approved food process, office/ warehouse/preproom. Rick, 250-770-0903 APPLE PLAZA, Prime Central location in busy plaza; ample parking. 2300 SF build to suit; 220 SF shared office space; 600 SF up 1100 SF, call Barb 250-770-0536

Duplex / 4 Plex SUMMERLAND, near town, 2bdrm, 1bath, ns, np, $800+ util., (250)494-9331

Legal

Legal Notices ON JAN. 3RD. 2015, at 83 Calgary Ave., 1990, Mazda, Miata, 2 dcon. VIN.#JM1NA3529L0136565, Name: RIDGER, JOSEPH, ALEXANDER, Amount of debit, $3323.40.,437480 BC. LTD., 83 Calgary Ave.

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clean 1bdrm suit w/full size f/s, $675/mo + util. Call 250-4927129

Townhouses 2bdrm, Baskin Gardens, reno’d, painted, f/s/w/d, fenced yard, large storage room, close to school, kids welcome, 1 small pet, $1050, Avail. Jan. 1 or sooner, 250-490-9082

Transportation

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Musical Instruments

GOOD WORK VAN, 1990 Ford E250, studded winter tires included, $1200 obo, 250-490-5702

1bdrm suite, bright, close to McDonald’s main, $630 (incl. util)., (250)462-2421

Used Tires, Huge Selection of used tires and wheels in stock. We might have what you need. Prices vary according to size and quality. Starting at $25.00. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel, 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

SWB Drum set & seat, bass, snare, 2 Toms, 1 floor Tom, 3 symbols, $250, (778)476-1251

Trucks & Vans

Suites, Upper

Auto Accessories/Parts

A Collector wants to buy your silver coins, Ingots, collectors coins, old money, o ld stone carvings, sculptures. Todd, 250-864-3521 Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Chad: 250-499-0251. Local.

$180 & up for any vehicle delivered to my yard. We also buy rads, batteries, converters, alternators, copper, starters, aluminum & electric motors. For all scrap inquires call 250-351-9666

HIGHLAND motel suites avail now, 1140 Burnaby Ave., 250809-1253, 250-488-2206

TOP DOLLAR PAID FOR YOUR VEHICLES $180 & up for any vehicle delivered to my yard. We also buy: rads, batteries, converters, alternators, copper, starters, aluminum & electric motors. For all scrap inquires call 250-351-9666

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Are you an “A+” player? Do you like challenges? Are you passionate about your work? Do you like free coffee? Will you fight others for the last slice of pizza? Do you want to work at an entrepreneurial, growing car dealership in Penticton, BC that offers an industry leading remuneration package? We are currently looking for star players to add to our team. If you enjoy an unstructured, fast-paced environment where the only limit to your growth is your own capabilities, contact us today. A little about you: You love being on the front lines; teaching people how to succeed with the latest tools and techniques, building their confidence and skills, and supporting them at every single stage of a customer lifecycle. You exhibit an astonishing level of technical prowess with a true empathy for the customer. You’ve got strong attention to detail with a passion for digital advertising. Responsibilities will include: • Inspire and collaborate with management team to help build an incredible online user experience • Work closely with our team to execute on the creative strategy for projects and provide best practices • Execute digital advertising campaigns through designated, industry-leading systems • Collaborate with web designers to create banner advertisements • Passion for emerging technology and hunger to innovate • Ensure accuracy with reporting objectives, generate customized reports as needed • Expand and grow client relationships through regular follow up, communication, and campaign execution QUALIFICATIONS: ■ Experience in the field of digital marketing ■ Experience with basic web analytics and conversion tracking in relation to digital media ■ Excellent attention to detail ■ High energy level, comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities ■ Resourceful, well organized, highly dependable, efficient and detail oriented ■ Google Certifications a plus Send your resume to: Box 420, Penticton Western News 2250 Camrose Street Penticton, B.C. V2A 8R1 or e-mail to: andrea@pentictonwesternnews.com

Homes for Rent COZY 2 bdr, 1 bath, Penticton. Sep. off, hdwd floors, window coverings, 6 app., fencd yd, pet ok, mature, responsible & non-smoking 1 - 2 persons only. 1300/mth plus util.,Avail. Dec. 15th. Call Patty @ 250492-6235

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Rubbish Removal

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Firearms Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin

Free Items

KWAKIUTL BAND COUNCIL in Port Hardy. Email: health-director@kwakiutl.bc.ca for job description or to apply by Dec. 14th, or fax (250) 949-6066.

Transportation

10 Week old kittens, litter trained, free to forever homes, 2 long-haired, (250)490-4085

Medical/Dental seeking full-time

Rentals

BELCAN

Painting & Reno’s

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

Community Health Nurse

Merchandise for Sale

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Employment

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Motorcycles ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of

ASSOCIATION FOR INJURED MOTORCYCLISTS INTERIOR CHAPTER January 11, 2015 1:00 P.M. MEKONG RESTAURANT 1030 Harvey Ave., Kelowna, B.C.

Homes for Rent

Scrap Car Removal

3bdrm, 3bath, near Cherry Lane, school, park, n/s, n/p, Avail. Dec. 250-497-9950

*1AA Scrap Removal. We will beat all competitors pricing, 250-801-4199

When you’re looking for that special item, look in the classiﬁeds ﬁrst. 2250 Camrose St. Penticton, BC Ph: 250-492-3636 Fax: 250-492-9843

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food drIve — Members of the skaha Lake Middle school We Group with the 622 items (340 kilograms) they collected during a recent school-wide food drive. The goods were donated to the Penticton salvation Army food Bank to be distributed to the less fortunate.

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Donation helps those in transition Dale Boyd

Western News Staff

Thanks to a generous donation, the Downtown Churches for Social Justice now have more storage for donated furniture. Affordable Storage Centre donated a storage unit last March, which has been kept full by furniture donations from the community. The donated furniture is intended to help low-income citizens who are transitioning into new homes but don’t have the funds to buy furniture. In September, Affordable Storage Centre upgraded the unit to a larger space. “I think it was wonderful they donated us a smaller one and then came back and gave us one that was larger, so it was a wonderful gift,” said Pat Simons, Deacon of Saint Saviour’s Anglican Church. “It enables us to keeps some bigger things in there.” Larger items like reclinable couches and chairs are now able to fit in the storage unit while they await a family in need. Simons said a lot of the donations from around the city come from seniors who are sizing down their living space, or people who are leaving town and want to lighten the load. Even now with the larger storage unit there is little room to take on any more furniture. The unit being full is a good problem to have.

Simons said donations are coming and going quite often. The organization has been able to help families and the homeless around Penticton. “Some people have been on the street, some of them are people who have moved into town and can maybe afford an

apartment, but can’t furnish. People who have run into hard times,” Simons said. Some donations include a double bed for a family with a teenager, a rocking chair for a new mother and a kitchen table and chairs to a single mom with three children.

“They’re on the line of poverty and can’t afford extra things, so we try and help them out,” Simons said. Saint Saviour’s Anglican Church also hosts a free store on the second and third Fridays of every month at the church next to the soup kitchen.

Settle in for the Winter!

One bedroom suite with support services, available now! Consider a move to our affordable seniors building and enjoy the holiday celebrations with us. Friendly companionship always included! Sun Village is an all inclusive seniors living building offering spacious suites, all meals, housekeeping and 24 hr. security.

Ask us about BC SAFER Housing Program. You may qualify for a rental subsidy.

Call us today 250-492-2020 www.sunvillagepenticton.com 1147 Main Street - Across from the RCMP Bldg.

Locks of Love — Anna Hale, dropped into the Penticton unit office of the canadian cancer society with her mother to donate her recently shorn hair. The local unit provides wigs and hairpieces, free of charge, to cancer patients who have lost their hair because of their treatments. It was a warm, wonderful and generous donation, greatly appreciated.

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SHELLEY R. BEVZ, CA, CPA CERTIFIED ABORIGINAL FINANCIAL MANAGER

It’s that time of year again when you can make a difference in your taxes and contribute to an organization that you believe is worthy of your support at the same time. By giving to a qualifying registered charity (as approved for registration by Canada Revenue Agency) you can receive non-refundable tax credits to reduce taxes owed. Not sure where to start? The first step in determining if your donation is eligible is to check the Canada Revenue Agency website and ensure that the organization is on the registered charity list and in good standing. Donations must be made by December 31st of the applicable year. You can claim eligible amounts of gifts up to a limit of 75% of your net income. There are certain gifts that you may be able to claim up to 100% of your net income. Contact your tax professional for more information on eligible donations. It’s a chance to further a cause that you might believe in and receive a tax break for your efforts.

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