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Returning player

A former member of the Summerland Steam is back on the Junior B team.

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Meter update

A special meeting later this month will provide further information on the Nov. 26 power surge.

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Racing challenge

A Summerland racing driver is preparing to compete in the Daytona 200 in Florida next month.

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Organ music

An organist will perform a variety of classical pieces at an upcoming concert.

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Bonspiel action

A total of 32 teams from around the province competed in the Summerland Mixed Bushspiel on the weekend.

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Curling

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Hillary Robertson, 11 years old, curls a rock during a junior curling practice. There are 22 youths in the junior curling program this year, most of them in Grade 6 and 7. See related story Page 2.

Snow schedule changes Trout Creek streets to receive higher priority by John Arendt After heavy snowfall clogged Summerland streets last week, the municipality’s public works department will revisit the way it handles snow removal. Don Darling, director of engineering and public works for the municipal-

ity, said the existing snow clearing schedule has collector routes and bus routes as priority areas, with secondary roads cleared later. In the past, Trout Creek has also been given a lower priority for snow removal. Darling said this is because the area, along the lake, tends to receive less snow and the snow tends to melt faster than in the rest of the com-

munity. However, the recent snowfall also affected access in Trout Creek. “This last snow event has opened our eyes,” he said. By late last week, there was still considerable snow in the Trout Creek area, he said. Snow removal crews will give a higher priority to the neighbourhood during future snow events.

“Trout Creek residents had difficulties,” Mayor Peter Waterman said at the municipal council meeting on Monday. “In the future, as snowfalls reach approximately four to six inches, collectors and bus routes will de done as quickly as possible, just like the other areas of town.” Warmer temperatures later in the week had municipal crews working to remove excess

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CounCil report The regular meeting of municipal council was held on Jan. 12 in council chambers. The mayor and all councillors were present.

temporary use permit approved

A temporary use permit was approved for 9310 Jubilee Road, to allow an indoor recreation service. The permit was issued for a three-year period. Ian McIntosh, director of development services for the municipality, said the application was supported by the municipal staff and by the Advisory Planning Commission.

Zoning amended

A zoning amendment bylaw for 10120 Rand St. was given first reading. The amendment changes the use from RSD1 to RSD1(i). The RSD1(i) zone allows the redevelopment of single detached housing on small urban lots, near the core of the community. The rezoning would allow for 19 units per hectare. It will be the subject of a public hearing.

Development permit approved

A development permit was issued for 19270 Lakeshore Dr. to allow the construction of an accessory structure. The structure must be developed in accordance with the geotechnical report and it may not contain any dwelling units.

Financial plan adopted

Council adopted a bylaw for the municipality’s five-year financial plan, 2014 to 2018.

Water service bylaw adopted

An amendment to the Fees and Charges Bylaw was adopted. The bylaw sets the fees for a domestic secondary water service.

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No job cuts anticipated in preliminary budget Staff positions were reduced one year ago

While the members of municipal council have begun their work on the 2015 budget, further staff cuts are not expected this year. A year ago, the municipality trimmed six positions from its staff, in an attempt to balance its

books. The cuts meant three vacant positions were not filled and another three positions were eliminated. The cuts were expected to save $487,000 from the 2014 municipal budget and more than $500,000 from the 2015 budget. Mayor Peter Waterman said the money

s a v e d puts the municipality in much better financial shape this year. H e Peter added Waterman that internal changes at the municipality have ensured the work is still proceeding. The cuts served

to further reduce an already sparse municipal staff. “There was some restructuring,” he said. “We are very lean.” The preliminary budget is $11,487,347 in revenue for the municipality’s general fund. This budget was presented to council in late December. The preliminary budget as presented,

calls for no property tax increase and no increase in water or sewer rates. An electrical rate increase of 3.5 per cent has been calculated, effective April 1, to offset the Fortis B.C. rate increase. Lorrie Coates, Summerland’s chief financial officer, will lead budget discussions on Jan. 21, 26, 28 and Feb. 2.

Young curlers ready for competitions Participants in the junior curling program are preparing for upcoming bonspiels in Penticton, Oliver and Osoyoos. Dave Gartrell, coach of the junior curling program, said there are 22 youths involved this year, ranging from Grade 6 to high

school. Most are Grade 6 and 7 students. The curlers meet each Wednesday afternoon from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The junior curling season began in late October and will continue throughout the winter. Last year, a team of jun-

ior curlers from Summerland won silver in a bonspiel in Oliver and gold in a bonspiel in Osoyoos. Gartrell said the program has been in place for around 10 years. Two of the youths he coached in the early years of the program are now

accomplished curlers, he said. In addition to the youth program, Grade 6 students at Summerland Middle School and Grade 9 and 10 students at Summerland Secondary School are also receiving an introduction to the sport.

Auditions held for upcoming play The Summerland Singers and Players are hosting auditions Jan. 16 to 18 for their spring production. A Bench in the Sun by American play-

wright Ron Clark explores the relationship of Harold and Burt, longtime friends who live in a retirement home and spend their days on a bench in the garden

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bickering. A once famous actress has just moved in, giving them something new to argue over. When they learn that the home is about to be sold and they will have to find a new residence, the three join forces to prevent this upsetting development. Summerland Singers and Players is seeking three senior actors.

The dapper, nattily dressed Harold who considers himself to be a man about town, Burt, the sloppily dressed true pessimist who considers himself a realist and Adrienne, a former actress and an eternal optimist who still manages to be a big flirt. Casting will be held in Summerland and Penticton with rehearsals beginning the week

of Jan. 26 at 7 p.m. and will be held Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays as well as Sundays, as needed. The production will hit the stage in March. Interested actors who would like to audition call director Bryan Laver at 250‐493‐6539 or producer Terri Thompson at 250‐462‐0127 for an audition time and location.

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Meeting to address power questions

Answers sought after surge caused damages

A special meeting later this month will provide some answers about a devastating power surge in November.

The Nov. 26 power surge destroyed a total of 69 electrical metres in the Trout Creek and Giant’s Head area. In addition, household appliances and electronics were destroyed by the surge. Last week, a public meeting on the surge

was held. Affected residents asked for answers about why the surge had happened and how to ensure another incident will not happen again. The surge was unusual and no other similar event has been recorded throughout

the history of Summerland’s electrical service. It is believed to have occurred when a high-voltage Fortis B.C. line, carrying 63,000 volts, touched a municipal transmission line, carrying a much lower voltage. In parts of

the community, the high-voltage Fortis line and the lower voltage municipal service are on the same set of power poles. Mayor Peter Waterman said questions raised at last week’s meeting will be answered at

a special meeting of council later this month. In addition, if municipal staff members have recommendations, they will be

brought forward at this time. The meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. at Centre Stage Theatre.

POLICE rEPOrt Mail stolen

Police are investigating a rash of mail thefts within the community. Since mid-December, 14 thefts from community mailboxes have been reported. Similar thefts of mail have been reported in other Okanagan communities. At present, police are working with Canada Post to find a better way to secure the community boxes. In addition, police urge residents to collect their mail daily. Anyone noticing suspicious activity around a community mailbox is asked to contact the Summerland RCMP detachment.

Money found

Shortly before Christmas, money was found on Gartrell Road and turned in at the Summerland RCMP detachment. Police are asking the person whose money was missing to stop at the detachment and prove ownership of the money.

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A clean sweep

Andrea McCallan and Neil McPhedran sweep a rock during a weekend curling match. The Summerland Curling Club hosted the annual Summerland Mixed Bushspiel on the weekend.

Alleged doctor attacker still in jail by Joe Fries Black Press

The man accused of attacking a doctor at Penticton Regional Hospital will stay behind bars for at least three more weeks. Following an appearance Wednesday in provincial court in Penticton, Gregory Stanley Nield was ordered to remain in jail

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Clearing the snow The heavy snowfall last week left some motorists waiting as municipal crews cleared the streets. The winter storm dumped 27 centimetres of snow on the community over a twoday period and had municipal crews working long hours to clear the streets. The municipality’s clearing schedule gives top priority to collector roads, bus routes and possible danger areas. Quiet roads in flat areas are given a lower priority. In the future, main routes in Trout Creek will also receive a higher snow clearing priority. The change to the snow removal policy for Trout Creek is necessary, since traffic patterns have changed in that area over the years. The increased volume of traffic now justifies a quicker response to snow removal in this area. At the same time, it is important to remember that not all roads in Summerland can be cleared as quickly as some would prefer. The municipality is limited by the amount of snow clearing equipment and the size of its public works staff. Furthermore, snowfalls like the one last week are rare in Summerland, occurring around once a decade. The story is the same in other Okanagan communities. It takes time to clean up after an unusually high volume of snow has fallen. It is possible for Summerland or other communities to revisit snow clearing in order to clean up quickly after a winter storm, but this would involve additional equipment and additional staff. The costs of doing this would be borne by the taxpayers. The wisest approach is to make some compromises — to ensure the community is prepared to handle typical winter conditions, even if this means some inconvenience during the winter weather anomalies.

Sarah Cornett-Ching is preparing to race in the Daytona 200 event next month. The race is a prestigious auto racing competition. At present, she is still raising the money she needs in order to compete in this race. For more than a decade, Cornett-Ching has been racing. She would like to compete at the top level of Nascar in the future. The Daytona 200 will help as she pursues this goal.

The battle for Kennewick Man VICTORIA – My Christmas reading included a fascinating new book called Kennewick Man, a study of skeletal remains discovered in 1996 on the bank of the Columbia River in eastern Washington. He was an ancient hunter buried just south of B.C. almost 9,000 years ago, in the Early Holocene period following the last Ice Age. Among the old- Tom Fletcher est humans found along the West Coast of North America, he sparked an unprecedented battle by the Smithsonian Institution to examine the skeleton and publish the book late last year. The most controversial evidence came from the skull. It doesn’t match the classic Mongoloid profile of modern aboriginal people, key to the theory that the earliest humans reached North America by land bridge from Siberia to Alaska as glaciers receded. Smithsonian scientists confirmed initial reports that Kennewick Man is a closer match with early Polynesians, and the Ainu people who remain in Japan today. He lived until about age 40, surviving for years with a stone spear point stuck in his hip. The authors conclude from chemical analysis that “Kennewick Man could not have been a long-time resident of the area where he was found,

but instead lived most of his adult life somewhere along the Northwest and North Pacific coast where marine mammals were readily available.” This suggests migration by sea, perhaps from a great distance. The U.S. Army seized the skeleton. The scientists sued and eventually won the right to a brief examination. The court case exposed brutal and illegal actions of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and federal departments to destroy the site and intimidate the scientists. U.S. law demanded all remains from before European settlement be repatriated for burial by local tribes, without examination. Umatilla tribe spokesman Armand Minthorn wrote in 1996: “We view this practice as desecration of the body and a violation of our most deeplyheld religious beliefs. “From our oral histories, we know that our people have been part of this land since the beginning of time. We do not believe that our people migrated here from another continent, as the scientists do.” The head of the Society for American Archaeology tried to get the researchers to drop their lawsuit, fearing it would interfere with fragile relationships with area tribes. The U.S. Justice Department warned the Smithsonian that lead scientist Douglas Owsley and others might be in criminal conflict of interest as federal employees suing the government. Even the White House

weighed in against them. Meanwhile the skeleton was mishandled and later stored in substandard conditions at a Seattle museum, where it remains today. Parts of both femurs were lost, and scientists were falsely accused of taking them. They had been removed by tribal representatives and secretly buried. Kennewick Man was found as the army was in tense negotiations with tribes on salmon fishing rights on the Columbia, their demand for removal of dams, and the $100 billion cleanup of the Hanford nuclear site. The scientists finally won their case in 2004, with a ruling that the skeleton is so old there isn’t enough evidence to show it is related to the current tribes. The judge found the army repeatedly misled the court, and assessed the government $2.4 million in costs. The U.S. Army still controls the skeleton and denies requests for further study. The spear point, for example, could show the location where he was injured. One final irony. Analysis shows Kennewick Man ate mostly salmon in his later years, around 6300 BCE. These are the salmon runs wiped out by dams built by U.S. Army engineers before the signing of the Columbia River Treaty with B.C. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

bad apples The rash of mail thefts in Summerland and the rest of the region is disturbing. Since the middle of D e c e m b e r, police have received reports of 14 thefts of mail from community mailboxes in Summerland. The thefts mean banking information, credit card statements, government documents and other items sent through the mail may fall into the wrong hands. Measures are needed to put an end to this disturbing trend.

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Respect for each other is needed Dear Editor: Millions can march in the streets. Political leaders can declare war on the actions of others. But nothing will change. Instead, there may

well be a hardening of activities to further inflame the situation. Ideas are stronger than bullets, for bullets attack the body, not the soul. The long, sad his-

tory of worldwide religion-inspired atrocities proves that the only way people will be able to live together in peace —as we in Canada believe happens in

our multicultural society — is for basic rights for all and respect shown, each to the other. Fanatics are not reasonable people. They are so sure they

are right they can accept no other view. Freedom of speech must be tempered with some discretion when mocking religious beliefs of others.

Only when people are ready to listen and hear will people recognize any value or validity in differing religions and customs. Only then can calm

discussion occur and hopefully bring about not necessarily conversion but peaceful understanding and acceptance. Sheila White Summerland

The early years

A beautiful nuisance

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Every now and then Summerland experiences a bigger than average snowfall, great for playing in but extremely inconvenient for getting around. In 1936 it looked like Eric Tait’s car was destined to stay parked until spring, but Eric probably just donned his snowshoes and carried on as usual. Snowshoes, skis, snowmobile, toboggan—whatever your mode of transportation this winter, be careful, watch for the other guy, and keep your snow shovel close at hand.

Studies show smart meter risks Stuck motorist Dear Editor: I am writing with regard to Henry Sielmann’s letter on smart meters that appeared in the Summerland Review on Jan. 8. His assertion that science has refuted any adverse health effects from electromagnetic radiation emitted by wireless devices such as cell phones and smart meters is false. I’m pleased to read about his Master of Science Degree in

Engineering Physics, and if I have a question as to how wireless devices operate, it is to him I would direct my questions. However, with questions to do with the biological reactions from human cells and tissues it is those with PhDs in microbiology or related fields to whom I choose to listen. And it is from that field of scientists that we learn that there is much to be cautious about with regard to

wireless technology. A few of the scientists and their agencies who continue to publish reports or studies that show harm from wireless devices such as cell phones and smart meters include: the Board of the American Academy of Environmental Medicine; the International Agency for Research on Cancer; Nobel Laureate, Dr. Devra Davies; Dr. Olle Johansson, department of Neuroscience, the

Karolinska Institute; the Women’s college Hospital, Toronto; Dr. Magda Havas, Trent University; Dr. Anthony Miller, physician-epidemiologist; as well as dozens more who published peer-review scientific studies in the 2012 Bioinitiative report: bioinitiative. org/. Whether one chooses to refute the science on potential harm from electromagnetic radiation emitted from wireless devices

is a moot point. Being able to choose to opt out of having a radiating device on my home is what is at issue. Just as people can choose whether or not to eat organic foods, or whether or not to eat foods with gluten, it is imperative, in a fair and just society, to allow for individual choice with regard to the use of wireless or wired devices. Kathryn Whitehead, Summerland

Dangers from meters questioned Dear Editor: In response to Hans Karow’s recent letter to the editor, I would assume his concerns about

the dangers of electromagnetic radiation are valid if we assume that humans are exposed to levels a million times

higher than they are actually exposed to. In recent years, there has been a very large increase in human longevity.

Would Mr. Karow care to estimate what additional increase in longevity we might expect if we were not exposed

to our current level of electromagnetic radiation? George Brake Summerland

received help

Dear Editor: We love living in Summerland. Last week there was an older gentleman stuck in his car on the corner of Solly and Bristow Road. Before he could panic there were three gentlemen to help him. They cleared the car and then pushed it out. Thank you. Thanks Summerland and always stay the same friendly town we fell in love with 33 years ago. Frank and Susan Marton Summerland

Neighbours helped following snowstorm Dear Editor: A great big thanks to my neighbour who got me out of my driveway on Jan. 7 after the snowstorm, the person who shovelled my sidewalk and all the people

who helped getting out of the snowbank. Also a heartfelt thanks to the person who cleared our driveway while we were away. Art and Vi Reichert Summerland

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Driver prepares for Daytona challenge Fundraising effort set up to raise $16,200 by John Arendt A Summerland racing driver is gearing up for the Daytona 200 stock car race next month. “Racing has been my dream and my passion as long as I can remember,” said Sarah Cornett-Ching, 23. The race will take place on Feb. 14 at the 3.2-kilometre Daytona track in Florida, a track with a long history in auto racing. “There’s a whole energy to the place,” she said. Cornett-Ching said she enjoys the competition of racing.

Racing action

Stock car driver Sarah Cornett-Ching is raising money to compete in the Daytona 200 race in Florida on Feb. 14.

proven winner on the track. I also have a lot of fun.” She has been racing s i n c e she was “Racing has been my 12 and dream and my passion as w o u l d long as I can remember.” like to Sarah Cornett-Ching race in the top level of “I take my racing seriously and I am a Nascar in the future.

She hopes to achieve this goal within the next four to five years Nascar, the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, is the largest sanctioning body for stock car racing in the U.S. The organization sanctions more than

1,500 races at more than 100 tracks in the U.S. and Canada. In 2011, CornettChing raced in the Nascar Canadian Tire Series, representing A and W’s Cruise for a Cure in Vernon. At that event, she was anticipating a

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top 10 finish until she had a blown tire with just 10 laps left. She finished in 14th place. “My hopes were high to get another opportunity in the series, but the funding never materialized,” she said. The race in February is the second

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Awards will recognize excellence in business

Every year the Summerland Chamber of Commerce has the privilege of recognizing and honouring our local businesses as well as those who have made a difference in our community. In past years our business members have been nominated in a number of categories. Excellence awards are given for trades services, manufact u r i n g / i n d u s t r y, tourism/hospitality, retailing and professional services. In addition, awards are given for the best new business, the best young entrepreneur, leadership in sustainability, technology and innovation, and of course, the business of the year

award. Since 1938 an important award has also been given to a worthy Summerland individual. Formerly known as the Good Citizen Cup, the award is now known as the Citizen of the Year/ Volunteer of the Year Award. This is a person who has demonstrated exemplary dedication to the people of Summerland and who inspires others by their volunteer commitment to the community. This year the chamber has introduced a new event meant to honour all of the nominees in every category. This new nominees’ reception is sponsored by Nesters Market and will take

place in the arena banquet hall on Friday, Jan. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. This is a free event for all the nominees and those who wish to congratulate them. Nominations for awards can be made by businesses or the general public. Online nomination forms and complete details are available on our website at summerlandchamber.com. Forms are also available at the Visitor Centre, the Summerland Review and Municipal Hall. Nominations will be open until Friday, Jan. 23. Following the nominees’ reception, an awards committee will choose two finalists in each cat-

egory. Voting will take place in February and the awards will be given out at the gala on Feb. 28 at the Summerland Waterfront Resort. The Mayor ’s Award of Excellence continues to be an important acknowledgement of community leadership. This award is given at the may-

or’s discretion to an organization that has made an outstanding contribution to Summerland and will also be presented at the gala. Nominations are a wonderful way to thank a local business or volunteer who has impacted you. Please take the time to nominate those who make a difference in our community. We always appreciate your feedback. Please contact me at manager@summerlandchamber.com or our chamber president, Arlene Fenrich, at president@summ e r l a n d c h a m b e r. com. Christine Petkau is the executive director of the Summerland Chamber of Commerce.

LNG export proposals are also claiming sites. Natural Gas Development Minister Rich Coleman says 2015 is when the LNG industry begins to take shape, despite a slump in oil prices and rising competition from U.S. and other gas producers. “New drilling activity in our upstream sector demonstrates investors remain confident in B.C.’s long-term natural gas potential,” Coleman said in a New Year commentary released last week. “One of our province’s largest Crown land sales in history occurred near the end of 2014, with industry contributing more than $209 million for exploration right alone.” Proponents of Aurora LNG Grassy Point near Prince Rupert withdrew that application to start the year, focusing on another site at Digby Island. Also withdrawn is the Farrell Creek raw gas processing plant north of Hudson’s Hope, a

project taken over by Chinese-owned Progress Energy. Progress is a partner with PETRONAS in Pacific Northwest LNG at Lelu Island near Prince Rupert, with its investment decision postponed

indefinitely late last year amid changing global energy supply and demand. Woodfibre LNG near Squamish is another smallscale project moving ahead, with its application for

B.C. environmental assessment accepted at the end of 2014. The public comment period closed for another largescale proposal, the Shell-led LNG Canada proposal for Kitimat.

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Benefits include: 1. Two hygiene appointments per year with digital x-rays. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2. One emergency exam per year. YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipal Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear 3. 15% representations of persons who deem their interest in property affected by any of the below discount on all restorative & mentioned bylaw amendments at CONNECTION 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 26th, 2015 in the Council cosmetic services. Chambers of the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C.:

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Present Zoning: RSD1- Residential Medium Lot NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipal Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of Proposed Zoning: RSD1(i) – Residential Single Detached Intensive Zone persons who deem their interest in property affected by any of the below mentioned bylaw amendments Purpose: To amend the Zoning designation of the at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 26th, 2015 in the Council Chambersproperty of the Municipal Office, Henry to allow for the 13211 property to be subdivided to create one infill lot. Avenue, Summerland, B.C.:

Bylaw Number 2014-033 Location: 10120 Rand Street Owner: 0834866 BC Ltd. Legal: Lot 2, DL 3640, ODYD, Plan 8593 Present Zoning: RSD1- Residential Medium Lot Proposed Zoning: RSD1(i) – Residential Single Detached Intensive Zone Purpose: To amend the Zoning designation of the property to allow for the property to be subdivided create oneproposed infill lot. bylaw and all written representations should be directed Inquiries relative totothe above

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Classical organist will perform by John Arendt The sounds of classical organ music will resonate from St. John’s Lutheran Church later this month. Steven Laplante, the musical director at St. Athanasius Catholic Church in New York City, will perform a variety of classical organ music on a digital pipe organ. He said the digital organ will allow him to create a wide range of musical sounds. “The sound can vary quite a bit,” he said. “You can actually change the sound of the space.” The organ music will include German baroque, French symphonic and American classical pieces. Laplante grew up in Summerland and graduated from Summerland Secondary School in 1989. After graduation,

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music and organist at churches in Montreal and New York. He has been the director of music at St. Athanasius Church in New York since 1996. “I’m one of the lucky ones,” he said. “I’ve discovered my passion as my work.” In addition to his classical organ work, Laplante has also been writing music. His compositions have a more popular country sound and he plans to release mini albums of his work. The classical organ concert in Summerland will be at St. John’s Lutheran Church on Saturday, Jan. 24 at 2 p.m. In addition, on Friday, Jan. 23 at 11 a.m., he will perform for Grade 3 to 5 students from Giant’s Head Elementary School, introducing them to the sounds of classical organ music.

Critteraid, the cat sanctuary in Summerland, is in need of a few good, felineloving, compassionate and dedicated men and women who would be willing to volunteer three to four hours of their time, one day a week, to assist other Critteraid volunteers with the regular cleaning and maintenance of the sanctuary. Anyone interested in assisting can contact Deb at 250809-7152 or info@ critteraid.org.

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David Finnis of both the motorcycle gang and the police are snippets of Allan’s past. Not only has he witnessed some of the most important events of the 20th century, but he has actually played a key role in them. We learn that Allan helped to make the atom bomb, became friends with American presidents, Russian tyrants, and Chinese leaders and ended up on both sides of the Spanish Civil War.

It’s a lighthearted refresher of some of the major events of the last century. This amusing and easy to read novel is, of course, available at the Summerland Library. However, next Thursday, Jan. 22 there will be an opportunity to view the film adaptation at the Landmark Theatre in Penticton as part of the Penticton Art Gallery’s Kitchen Stove Film Series. For more information contact the Penticton Art Gallery at 199 Marina Way, 250493-2928, as limited single tickets may be available at the door. The Arts Palette column is written by David Finnis, publicity chair and president of the Summerland Community Arts Council, P.O. Box 1217, 9908 Main St., Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z0.

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Robertson returns to play for Steam by Emanuel Sequeira Black Press Daylan Robertson is going to be able to pull himself away from management books and eat up ice time with the Summerland Steam. A busy schedule at UBC-Okanagan’s management program didn’t allow Robertson to start his final junior hockey season. Things are different as he will be able to play while attending school. “It’s exciting,” said Robertson. “I missed playing hockey.” The former captain and leading scorer for the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League club returned last weekend and made his season debut Saturday in Chase against the Heat. Robertson said he was lucky enough that Steam coach

John DePourcq and Gregg Wilson welcomed him back. “It should really help us down the stretch,” said DePourcq. “He’s a great leader. Very strong on all ends of the puck. I never have to worry about that.” The Steam also got this season’s captain, Paulsen Lautard back following a 15-game stint with the BCHL’s Trail Smoke Eaters where he produced two goals and six points. It’s good news for the Steam who just emerged from a five-game skid that included an overtime loss. With Robertson, the Steam also get a lead-by-example type player. “He’s not someone that is a big vocal person or anything like that,” added DePourcq. “Playoff hockey is all about

being strong on the defensive side of the puck. He’s a real sharp guy when it comes to that.” There was some concern from DePourcq with Robertson re-entering the mix only because of his conditioning. However, after watching him in two practices it isn’t a problem. Robertson, DePourcq said, skated a few times a week with a group of guys, and has always been known for staying in great shape. “Last night (Tuesday), same thing as when he was on the team the last couple years, his work ethic is unbelievable,” said DePourcq. “Obviously when you have been off that long it’s going to take a little bit to get used to the physical play. I’m sure he is going to catch on quickly.”

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Daylan Robertson returned last weekend to play for the Summerland Steam in Junior B hockey action.

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Lautard and Tyson Klingspohn, acquired

Steam add two weekend wins The Summerland Steam added two more wins in Junior B hockey action on the weekend. On Saturday, the Steam travelled to Chase to face the Heat in a 3-2 win. Riley Pettitt was the sole scorer in the first period with a goal at 8:53. Jarrett Malchow had the assist. In the second period, Jack Mills scored for the Steam at 6:11, assisted by Cole Woodliffe and Coleton Fisher. Chase dominated the third period, scoring at 9:02 and then at 3:16 on a power play.

In overtime, Mills scored at 1:54, assisted by Rylan Sideroff. On Sunday, the Steam hosted the North Okanagan Knight, playing to a 7-2 win. Summerland dominated the first period with four unanswered goals. At 16:27, Nicholas Gnazdowsky scored from Calvin Hadley and Kendell Wilson. Wyatt Gale then scored at 7:48, with assists by Malchow and Pettitt. Gale scored again at 4:18, once again assisted by Malchow and Pettitt.

With 24 seconds in the period, Daylan Robertson scored a power play goal, with assists by Adam Jones and Lathan McKinney. The Steam’s scoring streak continued in the second period as Cole Woodliffe scored an unassisted goal at 18:38. The first North Okanagan goal came at 16:22. At 14:01, Jones scored an unassisted goal. Sideroff then scored at 4:58, with assists by Mills and Woodliffe. A Knights goal finally came at 1:35. The third period was scoreless.

Cramer to play hockey for SFU team After two seasons of Junior B hockey action, Robson Cramer of Summerland will play at the university level for the 2015-2016 season. Cramer, 20, has played 163 games with the Nelson Leafs and Osoyoos Coyotes in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. “He is a very skilled, smooth skat-

ing defenseman who can contribute offensively,” said Mark Coletta, head coach of the university team. “It’s a good thing - a very good thing — to be able to solidify our team early in the recruiting season with a bona fide top six defenseman.” So far in the 20142015 season, Cramer has 16 goals and 28 assists for the Nelson

Leafs. “I am excited to be a part of SFU’s outstanding hockey program and attend one of the top universities in the country,” Cramer said. “I am an offensive defenseman who has solid vision and feel that I show composure in both the offensive and defensive zones. I am a pretty powerful skater and in the

offensive zone, move effectively to help create scoring opportunities.” Cramer began playing Junior B hockey in the 20112012 season with the Osoyoos Coyotes. He finished the season with three goals and 34 assists. The next year, he joined the Wichita Falls Wildcats, a Junior A team in

the North American Hockey League. He returned to the Coyotes after adding two assists in three games. In January, 2013 he was traded to Nelson. The men’s hockey team at Simon Fraser University was re-established in 2004 and competes in the British Columbia Intercollegiate Hockey League.

from the Kimberley Dynamiters on Nov. 29 for Braden Saretsky after losing Lautard to the Smoke Eaters.

DePourcq said that trio should give them the best top line in the KIJHL. “They should have a lot of success together,” said DePourcq. “I think it will be fun,” said Robertson. As for Klingspohn, the two just met. “He’s a pretty skilled guy, scores lots so it should be fun,” Robertson added. Despite the Steam’s recent slump, DePourcq said they are doing lot of great things. He added they are in every single game. “I love how we’re playing right now,” he said. “We’re starting to figure out how we need to play to have success.” Both returning captains were in the lineup on the weekend when the team travelled to Chase, then Saturday at home when they hosted the North Okanagan Knights at the Summerland Arena.

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Thursday Al-Anon offers help to families and friends of alcoholics. Summerland Serenity Group meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the United Church hall. Call 250-490-9272 for more information. Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers meet at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre on Thursday evenings. Beavers meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Cubs meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Scouts meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Venturers meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For details

call Trent at 250-4941990. Carpet bowling at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre is held every Thursday at 10 a.m. and every Sunday at 1:15 p.m. Euchre is played every second and fourth Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Lyme Disease support group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. at Theo’s Restaurant in Penticton. Everyone welcome. Seniors’ volleyball at

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the Youth Centre beginning at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. For additional information call Jane or Frank at 250-494-4666. Summerland Material Girls Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from September to May at 9 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Cathy Patterson at 250-494-8274 or Annie Smirmaul at 250-4942286. Summerland Sportsmen’s Association meets every third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Summerland Legion. The SSA focuses on fishing, shooting, hunting, archery and conservation and is affiliated with the B.C. Wildlife Federation. New members welcome. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group meets on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the MS office, 3373 Skaha Rd., Penticton. Everyone welcome. For more information call Sherry at 250-493-6564. The Summerland Traditional Rug Artists will meet every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Summerland United Church Hall. If you are interested in joining this fun group or seeing what this creative craft involves do drop in. Visitors always welcome. For more information about this time-honoured art please contact Juliet at 250-494-1278 or Marilyn at 250-494-6434.

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

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to melt the blues of January. Jazz Vespers resumes at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church in Penticton, Jan. 18 at 4:30 p.m. Musicians include Mike Surkan on trumpet, Chris Manuel on trombone, Mike Treadway on drums, Don Ross on piano and Summerlanders Stefan Bienz on bass, Larry Crawford on winds and Debi Johnson on vocals. Vintage Car Club, South Okanagan Chapter, meets the last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Youth Centre on Peach Orchard Road. Anyone interested in vintage cars (those 25 years or older) is invited to attend. For more information on the club phone 250-494-5473.

Monday Beginner Tai Chi on Mondays at 2 p.m. at the Summerland Legion. Continuing classes at 2:30 p.m. All proceeds go to the Legion. Dabber Bingo is played at the Senior Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St., every Monday at 1:30 p.m. 16 regular games, Lucky 7, Odd/ Even, Bonanza. Everyone is welcome. License #832873. Men — Love to Sing? Okanagan Christian Men’s Choir. This nondenominational choir invites you to join us, have fun, sing unto the Lord and enjoy the fellowship of other singers. Mondays 7 to 9 p.m. at Summerland Baptist Church, Fireside Room. For more information contact Hans at 250494-7127. The South Okanagan Orchid Society meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Shatford Centre in Penticton. The group meets September to June. For more information, contact Joan at 250494-4293. The Summerland Crokinole Club meets Monday nights at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Summerland Seniors Centre. Contact Darlene at 250-494-9310.

Tuesday Bridge games at St. Stephen’s Church Hall on Tuesdays beginning at 1 p.m. New players are always welcome. Refreshments served. Call 250-494-6116 or 250-494-5363. Dementia Caregiver Support Group — Are you providing care or support for someone dealing with Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Please join us at our

s Summerland meeting to explore how we can assist you. The meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland IOOF Hall, 9536 Main St. Call Laurie Myres at 250-493-8182 or email lmyres@alzheimerbc.org. On Tuesday mornings, Robbie Shea BSW, Family Support Worker from the Mental Wellness Centre is at the Summerland Food Bank and Resource Centre. Creating a caring community when a person has a mental illness by support and education for family, friends, the community and the person. Coming for six weeks, Jan. 20 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. relaxation training. Call 250-493-7338 or register at the Resource Centre. Penticton Concert Band practices Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members welcome. Intermediate to advanced players. Call Gerald at 250-8092087. Quest Society of Summerland meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at 9700 Brown St. (Parkdale Place). For more information phone Marilyn Topham at 250-4946434 or Joan Lansdell at 778-476-0596. Email questsociety@shaw.ca. South Okanagan Genealogical Society is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Penticton Library Museum building. Contact Nola Reid at 250-492-0751. Summerland Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Kiwanis Lodge on Quinpool at 6 p.m. New members are welcome. Contact Tom Jacques at 250-494-4339. Summerland VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) members and friends meet the second Tuesday of the month at Parkdale Lounge. Tai chi at the Summerland Seniors’ Centre, Tuesdays at 9 a.m. for beginners, 10 a.m. for advanced, and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for beginner and intermediate. For more information call Nancy at 250494-8902. The Mental Wellness Centre, Summerland Branch, will be open the first, third and fourth Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon at the Summerland United Church. Inquiries welcome. The Summerland

Thursday, January 15, 2015 Summerland Review Multiple Sclerosis Group joins the Penticton MS Group every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for a coffee social at the Cherry Lane Mall Food Court. Whist is played on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St.

Wednesday Be.Free, a 12-step Christ-centred recovery program that is not addiction specific, meets every Wednesday at Summerland Alliance Church at 7 p.m. For more information contact the SAC office at 250-494-9975 and ask to speak to Pastor Rick. Did you know Summerland has a Garden Club? Meetings are casual. Gardening experience varies. All gardeners are welcome. Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Jan Carlson at 250-4945112 for more information. Summerland Art Club meets every Wednesday, September to June, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the lower level of the Summerland Library on Wharton Street. Painters of all levels are welcome. Workshops available. For information call Mary at 250494-5851. Summerland ATV Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland Library lower level. The club promotes responsible ridership including registration, insurance, safety certification and scheduled pleasure rides. Membership includes orchardists, farmers, ranchers and fun seekers of all ages including those with disabilities. Summerland Scribes, a group for creative writers passionately engaged in works of fiction, creative non-fiction and playwriting, meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Summerland Arts Centre, 9533 Main St. Call John at 250-4940460. The 902 Summerland Air Cadets parade Wednesday nights, from 6:15 to 9:30 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. All youth aged 12 to 18 welcome. Call the Air Cadet office at 250494-7988. Tyler Willis is the commanding officer.

The Summerland Badminton Club plays every Wednesday at 7 p.m. all year. Shaun at 250-494-1513.

Upcoming Monday, Wednesday and Friday of each week, Recope Society of Summerland offers medically supervised water therapy and land exercise programs helpful to clients with various medical conditions, such as joint replacements, stroke, back problems, arthritis, to name just a few. A medical referral is required. One-to-one dietitian and nurse appointments at Summerland Health Centre, 12815 Atkinson St., are available for people with diabetes or heart disease. The sessions can provide extra help with issues including learning about diabetes or heart health and how to manage the condition; understanding medication and starting or adjusting insulin; meter certification and how to use meter results; setting small, specific goals; tobacco dependence counselling and support in quitting; and solving problems with chronic conditions. To make an appointment call 250-770-3530 or 1-800-707-8550. Oldtimer Hockey Group for ages 55 to 85+ plays Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8 to 9:30 a.m. For registration and details contact Wayne at 250-4947460. Summerland Bakers is a new, fun baking club where it doesn’t matter if it didn’t turn out perfectly; we’ll eat it anyway! We meet monthly to share our creations, eat, laugh and take home heaps of leftovers. Email Sophia at pleasebringcake@gmail.com for more info or join Summerland Bakers on Facebook. The members of the Summerland Dance Club invite couples to dances at the Royal Canadian Legion. Dances will be held Feb. 7, March 14, April 11 and May 9. Dances run from 8 to 11 p.m. For further information call Anne Ling at 250-4947168 or Ron Hack at 250-486-6858. The Summerland Museum has resumed its fall and winter hours. The museum is open Wednesday through Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m.

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Bantam House Jets defeat Logan Lake Summerland’s Bantam House Jets won the final game of a weekend tournament with a decisive 7-2 win against Logan Lake. The tournament was held in Winfield. The Jets came out strong. Tristan Preston, assisted by Rylan Campbell and Nate Picket, scored less than one minute into play. Half way through the first period, Gage McKelvie scored, assisted by Preston and Campbell. Five minutes into the second period the Jets had back to back goals. Lovelesh Anand scored with Campbell’s assistance, and McKelvie followed up at the next puck drop, assisted by Anand and Preston. The Jets put two more on the score-

board before the period end. Preston scored his second, assisted by Jared Walker. Campbell scored next, assisted by Preston and Calum Bird. Logan Lake replied with a goal of their own. Less than a minute into the third period, Jackson Wagner netted the Jets’ seventh goal, assisted by J.J. Henderson and Liam Tiel. Logan Lake worked hard and managed to score again in the last four minutes of play. Playing against players one to two years older, goalie Ben Lewis is consistently strong between the pipes. Coaches said despite earlier losses, the players continue to improve and inspire with each game.

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Summerland’s Bantam House Jets enjoyed a decisive 7-2 win against Logan Lake on Sunday in their last game of a weekend tournament.

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The Summerland Oldtimers Hockey Group held the Winter not so Classic in Keremeos in January. The players, not in order, are David Orobko, Jack Johnson, Randy Petkau, Mike Lockhart, Vern Harding, David Selvig, Pat Butler, Larry Bula, Vic Keehn, M.J. Parker, Larry Hollenbeck, Iain Renwick, Gary Galavan, Jeff Parker, Gerry Lidin, Randy Stoltz, Wayne Cybak, Bob Mack, Roch Fortin, Bob Urbanovitch, Dennis Burgart, Ron Muir, Art Ecker and David Smith.

Bantam Rep Jets host tournament The Summerland Bantam Rep Jets winter classic hockey tournament hosted teams from all around B.C. and Washington. On Friday’s game the Jets won 8-1 against Kelowna. Ty Sideroff was named MVP. On Saturday Summerland played Ridge Meadows and won 4-2. Steven Sauer was the MVP in that game. Saturday night’s game was a battle to

the end for a 4-3 win against Coquitlam. The MVP was Remy Houde. In the Sunday semi-final game the Jets played Vancouver to a 2-5 loss. Goalie Ben Bowyer was named MVP. In earlier hockey action, the Bantam Rep Jets braved the snowstorm to play Kelowna at Memorial Arena. There was no score right up to the ice clean for these evenly

matched teams. The second half of the game was all action. Kelowna scored the first goal but Houde evened it up unassisted. Kelowna tried to advance again but Houde got it back on a power play tying it up 2-2 assisted by Steve Sauer and Will Gray. In the third period Simon Paul scored twice to tip the scales in Summerland’s favour, with assists to

Darren Keilty, Quinn Moberg, and Liam Trewhitt. Trewhitt scored the final goal with 34

seconds left on the clock. Kelowna pulled their goalie but to no avail for a 5-3 win for the Rep Jets.

Kendell (“Willy”) Wilson is from Summerland, plays forward and is in his fourth season with the Summerland Steam. He is 5’ 10” tall and weighs 190 lbs. He was born in 1994 and started playing hockey in 1999 at the initiation level. “Willy’s” favourite hockey memory is the Saskatoon tournament in Midget AAA. His favourite pre-game meal is tortellini or Kraft Dinner. His favourite movies are Harry Potter 1-7, and his favourite song is Our Song by Taylor Swift. His favourite saying is “Two bucks!” In addition to hockey, Kendell also likes golfing, fishing, waterskiing and playing video games. He thinks the best thing about Summerland is that it’s a great community with lots of unique friendly people. HOME GAME SCHEDULE

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SCoreBoard Curling Summerland Curling Club

Curling winners

The A winners in the Summerland Mixed Bushspiel were skip Jared St. John, left, third Jodie Brennan and second Graham Lyle. At right, Babs Gladish stood in for lead Melissa St. John. The annual bonspiel was held on the weekend.

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Results: Jan. 5 to 9 Monday morning senior men: Cancelled due to the Penticton senior men’s bonspiel. Monday evening men: Cancelled due to snow. Tuesday morning mixed: Cancelled due to snow. Tuesday evening ladies: Jodie Brennan defeated Wendi Archer, Jackie Clement defeated Shirley McPhedran, Lil Blashko defeated Gail Ostaficiuk, Diana Leitch tied Judy Beck. Wednesday morning senior men: Cancelled due to the Penticton senior men’s bonspiel. Wednesday evening men: Glen Brennan defeated Ken Rae, Rick Drewnisz defeated Louie Costa, Dave Gartrell defeated Doug Campbell, Gary Wingerak defeated Gary Raymond. Thursday morning ladies: RoseMarie Fenrich played Betty Raymond, Ev Gillespie played Arlene Moser. Thursday evening open: Mixed Bushspiel started. Friday evening mixed: Cancelled due to the Mixed Bushspiel. Upcoming: The Summerland Ladies Bonspiel is Saturday and Sunday Jan. 31 and Feb. 1. Tip of the week: Behind the tee line at the far end only one player from each team is allowed to sweep a stone.

Summerland Mixed Bushspiel

The Summerland Mixed Bushspiel was another great success, with a full 32 teams participating. There were seven teams from Kelowna, seven from Penticton, three from Blind Bay, one from Vancouver, and 14 teams from Summerland. The bonspiel started on Thursday night. Curlers danced to Blue Healer Friday and Saturday night. The organizer was John Egyed, while Gord and Cliff White were in charge of the ice. Ken Rae and Cheryl Jaeger spent hours assisting. Many volunteers also helped with the event. A winners: Skip Jared St. John, third Jodie Brennan, second Graham Lyle and lead Melissa St. John of Summerland. Runners up were skip Kim Dixon, third Jenna Denton, second Jamie Denton and lead Erin Neilson of Penticton. B winners: Skip Gary Wilson, third Sharon Hunter, second Barry Hirtz and lead Pat Bradbury of Kelowna. Runners up were skip Daryl Tarr, third Jeannie Rigoni second John Egyed and lead Chrissy MaCkinley of Penticton. C winners: Skip Gord Mitchell, third Pat Horner, second George Horner and lead Karen Egyed of Penticton. Runners up were skip Brad Wood, third Michelle Pratt, second Tim Taylor and lead Annette Wood of Penticton. D winners: Skip Pat Witzaney, third Kat Lefebvre, second, Ron LeLievre and lead Bonny Young of Summerland. Runners up were skip Brenda Leask, third Darcy Hoffman, second Judy Owen and lead Ray Filbrandt of Kelowna.

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Monte Keith Pennington passed away January 6, 2015 at home with his family by his side at the age of 66 years. Monte will be remembered and sadly missed by his wife Gayanne, children; Lisa, Katie, Eric (Katrina), Kari, Ryan, seven grandchildren; Gareth, Amber, Taylor, California, Hudson, McKenna, Aurora, one great grandchild; Ryleigh, brother Larry Oakes, cousin Keith (Margery), numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Monte was sadly predeceased by his grandson; Reece, sister; Diane (Terry) and his best friend Brian. Monte was a home and family man, a trucker by trade and always at heart. “We love you dad”. A Celebration of Life was held at the family residence. Donations in Monte’s memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Condolences may be directed to the family through providencefuneralhomes.com (250) 494-7752

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Chris and his wife Josephine lived in Abbotsford where they were just recently blessed with the birth of their son Tristan. Chris was a true outdoorsman with a love for fishing, hiking, camping and hunting. Raised in Summerland, BC until leaving home for college, Chris was very involved in the game of hockey, both playing and watching. Chris’ love for horses and his equestrian ability took him all over BC, Alberta and Washington competing in three Day Eventing, and Spruce Meadows competing in Hunter Classes. Chris is survived by his wife Josephine, son Tristan, parents Garry and Jeane, one brother Ken (Pam) one sister Dawn and her daughter Kassidy, grandmothers; Mary Ternquist and Mary McCormick, Aunt Bonnie and one cousin Morey (Tracey) and many great aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Ross Road Community Church, 3160 Ross Road, Abbotsford, BC. Online condolences to the family may be made at www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com

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March 24, 1923 – January 4, 2015 Evelyn passed away peacefully in Penticton Regional Hospital at the age of 91 years. She spent many years of her life in Brookmere B.C. where she met her husband Jack Nott and had their three children Bill, Dixie, and Dawn. The family moved to Penticton in 1959, where her husband Jack continued to work for the CPR Railway. Evelyn was a long time member of the Penticton United Church. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, gardening, crafts, the outdoors, her pets and all animals. Evelyn was predeceased by her husband Jack Nott, her brother Wilfred Storey, sister Vivian Martin, and her son Bill Nott. She is survived by her daughters Dixie Rogers of Brookmere, Dawn Berry and sonin-law Sandy Berry of Summerland. Her two sisters Blanche Clark of Savona B.C. and Doreen Mozer of Placentia California. Her four grandsons Tyler Berry, Blake Berry, and Chris Nott of Alberta, Donovan Nott of Nanaimo B.C. Six great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Evelyn was a warm and loving mother and grandmother. Her passing leaves a huge hole in the hearts of many, and she will be sadly missed. No service by request. A Celebration of Evelyn’s Life will be held in late summer in Brookmere, B. C.

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Division and exclusion will not benefit Canada This week Canadians were shocked and saddened to learn of the brutal and senseless killing of twelve French citizens in a terrorist attack. Of the 12 victims, 10 were journalists and two were police officers. Freedom of the press and as well as law and order are two cherished aspects of any just and democratic society. It has been suggested that these murders were planned well in advance and in retaliation to satirical cartoons involving Islam. In turn a debate has ensued from the decision by some media organizations, including the CBC, to refuse to show some of these cartoons to Canadians, out of concern they may be offensive to some. Since this incident occurred I have heard a large outpour of various comments and concerns from citizens in Okanagan-Coquihalla and elsewhere includ-

ing some suggested courses of action for government. I would like to respond to some of the most commonly raised areas of concern. The subject of the cartoons in question potentially being censored is also a concern I share. Canada, including the CBC, has long had a tradition of satire. Well known CBC shows such as the Rick Mercer Report, This Hour Has 22 Minutes, the Royal Canadian Air Farce and others have long used satire to poke comedic fun at many aspects of Canadian life, culture and our identity. It is in my view concerning if our national broadcaster arbitrarily decides that some faiths can be subject to comedic interpretation, whereas others are exempt or otherwise deemed to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;off limitsâ&#x20AC;?. It can, in effect create division and runs contrary to many of the values we hold

dear, which leads to the second and larger point. We must never forget our successes as a country, that we have built a united and inclusive Canada. Immigration and integration has long been the foundation that has helped to build Canada and while we respect and share great diversity and many different cultures we also have our own unique identity as Canadians. Those who seek to do us harm threaten our unity. Division and exclusion are the weapons of those radicalized in extremist movements, who seek to separate civilized and democratic societies from the values they cherish to instead instil fear and create controls that limit freedom. Freedom, equality and democracy are the greatest threats to extremists and radicalized movements who fear these principles to such an extent they will brutally execute un-armed repor-

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Dan Albas ters, aid workers and those who are most vulnerable including women and children. Canada has always stood against tyranny and to protect the rights and freedoms of those who are most vulnerable. I believe these principles are part of what it means to be Canadian. Throughout our history and to this very day we do not turn our back and expect others to make these sacrifices. There will be those who will disagree with my comments this week as should be expected in any open, free democratic society.

This week more than any other, we should embrace our right to disagree and to debate without fear of reprisal or repercussion. However let us also never forget that what makes us stronger as a country is our ability to stand together united as Canadians. The darkest moments of our past have always been when segments of our society have been isolated and excluded from others. A situation that still exists in some countries to this day and can lead to further conflict. We are a nation united and as Canadians we will stand together in our shared freedoms and democracy while we continue to build a stronger Canada. I welcome your comments and can be reached at dan. albas@parl.gc.ca or toll free at 1-800-6658711. Dan Albas is the MP for Okanagan Coquihalla.

Youth environment program launched by Tom Fletcher Black Press

VICTORIA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Inspired by her holistic ranching background, Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon has launched a province-wide environmental education program for high school teachers and youth leaders. Stewards of the Future offers grants of up to $800 per group to cover field trips, fees for programs and guess speakers, equipment and teacher release time for projects. It is offered for students from Grades 9 to 12, First Nations educators, 4-H, Guide and Scout groups and environment clubs, with an application deadline of Jan. 23 for the spring program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Through Stewards of the Future, students will have the opportunity to explore issues that

Environment initiative

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Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon, shown on her family ranch in the Nicola Valley, has launched an environmental education program for high school teachers and youth leaders

affect the land, water and other natural resources in British Columbia,â&#x20AC;? Guichon said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The goal of this program is not to solve the challenges we face, but rather to encourage open discussion and gain a better understanding of the issues that

affect our natural surroundings.â&#x20AC;? Program partners, including the education ministry and B.C. Parks, offer support for projects such as research on invasive species leading to mapping and removal. The Stewards of

the Future toolkit emphasizes hands-on â&#x20AC;&#x153;place-basedâ&#x20AC;? experience to appreciate and enhance biodiversity. Guichon and her late husband Lawrence Guichon are credited with pioneering holistic management in the B.C.

cattle industry, emphasizing preservation of natural grassland on their historic Merritt-area ranch. Holistic management, developed by African biologist and game ranger Allan Savory, overturned the long-held belief that overgrazing is the result of too many animals. Savory proved that reducing the number of animals doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t restore grasslands, which developed in the presence of large herds that were kept closely bunched and moving to avoid predators. Planned grazing mimics that pattern and gives grasslands time to recover. Details and application forms for the Stewards of the Future program are available at the Lieutenant Governor â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website, www.ltgov. bc.ca.

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Community remembers Ollie’s presence by Carla McLeod Special to the Review

A recent post on the

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“I have some sad news for the group today. One of Summerland’s best known citizens, passed away in his sleep on New Year’s Eve. Almost everyone simply knew him as Ollie. Godspeed to you Ollie, you will be missed.” Within minutes the comments starting popping up from members of this group. People who live in or once lived in Summerland started sharing their memories of Ollie. Olaf Norum was born on June 2, 1930 in Lake Isle, Alberta, to a family that had emigrated from Norway, according to his close friend and neighbour Steve Haaf. There are conflicting stories as to how Ollie came to be in Summerland, but one thing is certain: he was adopted by the community. Haaf spoke of how people in the community protected and looked out for Ollie. “There are a lot of good people here,” he said. “Over the decades Summerland has stepped up and that’s why we can call him Summerland’s little Ollie.”

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Olaf Norum relaxes on a downtown bench in Summerland. Donations are now being collected for a bench in his memory.

“We have many outstanding citizens that we have had to say good-bye to, but this one person has a special place in everyone’s heart… proud of how he was accepted and protected by this community,” Marla Jane Truman wrote in her comment. Many members of the Hometown Memories group remembered Ollie as being a kind soul who always had a smile and a wave for everyone. Several others referred to him as a legend or an icon. People shared memories of seeing him at local restaurants and establishments

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around town. Some recalled that Ollie had cut their lawns and others remembered working with him. “I knew him in 1966 when we were labourers for Narod Construction, building the new hospital,” wrote Stan Etter. “He was helping build concrete “toothpicks” for the cribbing of the septic field. “He worked at the Cornwall Cannery for a while,” Darlene Forsdick wrote. Pat Manders shared with the group that he had taken Ollie flying in the 1980s. “What amazed me was his knowledge of the many lakes and streams. He knew the names of most,” he wrote. “I asked him how he knew this and he told me he used to be a logger.” David Gregory suggested the group fund a bench in Norum’s memory. Selinger then petitioned people for donation pledges, to see if enough money could be raised to purchase a memorial bench. The response from the group was immediate, with $900 pledged in one day. An account was then set up at gofundme.com/ OllieBench for people to donate online. The

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Summerland Credit Union will accept donations from those who wished to donate in person. For those who may have wondered, why a bench, Selinger answered, “Ollie was almost a visible landmark in town. A man of limited abilities and means, but a man that always had a smile and friendly words. He became a kind of son of the community. You don’t have to be rich, powerful, intelligent or prominent in the usual ways. All you have to do is be friendly and make yourself known and you too can have a positive impact on people’s lives, especially in a small town like Summerland.” Norum had spent the last few years of his life being cared for and living at the Summerland Seniors Village. Haaf took care of the arrangements for Norum. “I made sure he is in his saved place up at Canyon View (cemetery),” he said. A celebration of life and discovery for Norum will be held at the Legion’s Rosedale Room on Jan. 17, at 1 p.m. To repeat the words of many members of the Hometown Memories group, “Rest in Peace, Ollie.”

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