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TERRIERS BITE VEES — Penticton Vees forward Patrick Newell does a loop past Portage Terriers goalie Zac Robidoux during first period action of the Western Canada Cup in Fort McMurray on Tuesday afternoon. The Vees lost their first game of the tournament to the Terriers 3-2. For more Vees coverage see Page 15.
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The Okanagan Skaha School District is cutting more than a million dollars from this year’s budget, but the item that is causing the most controversy is a raise for Superintendent Wendy Hyer. School board chair Linda van Alphen confirmed the budget that was introduced to the public on April 23 includes a $17,000 raise for Hyer, who is currently paid a $135,000 salary. Van Alphen said a province-wide wage freeze continues for principals, vice principals and other administrative personnel, but that freeze was lifted in 2012 for school district superintendents. Hyer opted not to take a raise in 2013 and 2014, according to van Alphen, but the school board began considering it for the 2015 budget, when they thought the freeze was being lifted completely. “When (the wage freeze) comes off, people are going to try to get to the same level as people in Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan,” said van Alphen. “We are the second lowest (for salaries) in Canada for our administrators in the education system for the same jobs.” Hyer said there are issues that will affect any public sector that finds itself with a management wage freeze. Compression, where different levels of responsibility have similar wages, and inversion, where an employee makes more than their manager. “It makes it difficult to attract people to those positions and it also
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makes it difficult to retain people to this position. We’ve seen people leaving our sector to take up executive or administrative positions in other sectors,” said Hyer. “It creates a situation where at some point you need to address those compensation or inversion issues if you want to attract and retain good people.” Hyer said she isn’t surprised by the controversy over her raise. “Anytime you talk about salaries for administrators who make more than $100,000, I think the public is not very sympathetic to any of those folks getting a pay increase, whether it is appropriate or inappropriate,” said Hyer. See WAGES on PG.3
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Have a heart and show it on April 30 and the kids will thank you. Twelve years and nearly $750,000 later, the annual Have a Heart Radiothon is still going strong in support of the Penticton Regional Hospital. This year’s 12th annual on-air fundraiser kicks off with the Sun FM morning show April 30 and goes throughout the day at Cherry Lane Shopping Centre. “I think the reason it is supported so well throughout the whole South Okanagan is because we put out a wish list for much-needed items for the maternity and paediatric wards at the hospital,” said Karen Davy, promotions director for Sun FM and EZ Rocks. “We all have a
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list and they’re all important,” said Perrino. “We love the radio station for this, we just love they’ve done this for us every year so we just couldn’t be without them we’re very thankful to the station and all of the donors.” Included is an oxygen system especially for infants in need of breathing support, two joey beds that keep infants warm and beside their mothers, four Oximeters which detect critical, congenital heart disease, the baby talk program keeping mothers and newborns in touch with the medical community and funding for orthotics and running shows for children with mobility issues. Anyone who would like to make a donation or who has collected funds from other events can drop them off at Cherry Lane during the event.
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story, we all have somehow been touched by what happens at the hospital and if we can save kids lives and make a big difference then everybody can connect with that, I think that’s the reason. “I also think we have a great community and it’s just so easy to do.” The Radiothon ties in with other Have a Heart fundraisers including the St. Patrick’s Day fun event, Penticton Speedway’s annual Have a Heart Race for Kids and the ongoing MarketPlace IGA bottle drive. According executive director Janice Perrino of the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation the items on the wish list again this year are critical in the hospital’s ability to care for younger patients. “There are five things on the
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Two members of the Penticton Western News staff won gold at the 2015 B.C. Yukon Community Newspaper Association (BCYCNA) Awards ceremonies April 25 at the River Rock Casino in Richmond. Photographer Mark Brett took the top spot in the sports photo category in the over 25,000 circulation division with his shot of a Penticton girls Under 14 soccer game. Dan Walton, who recently joined the Western News editorial team, captured first place in the feature photo colour competition under 25,000 circulation for a picture which appeared in the Columbia Valley Pioneer newspaper in Invermere. “Congratulations to Mark and our entire team,” said Western News publisher Don Kendall. “With the largest editorial staff in the region, the Western News is committed to providing fair and accurate news coverage to our readers.” Brett’s win was his third gold in the BCYCNA’s and eighth overall award since joining the Western News in 2007. This year’s winning picture was of Penticton Pinnacles keeper Natalie Tremblay who did a face plant into the turf while attempting to make a save. In making the decision the judge wrote: “The impact of this image makes the viewer cringe and read on. The split second that
Penticton Pinnacles keeper natalie tremblay has a hard landing in this photo which was selected as the gold winner in the B.c. Yukon community newspaper’s sports photography category in the over 25,000 circulation division.
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is captured makes this a great shot, incorporating strong composition and technical demands. A well deserved win.” Walton’s gold was his first award and was a landscape photo of Toby Creek, not far from Invermere. The judge said: “This image captures the natural beauty of the Columbia Valley and does it in a way that makes the viewer pause in awe. Great capture.”
Both Brett and Walton are graduates of the Loyalist College journalism and photography program in Belleville, Ont. Earlier this year it was announced Western News graphic artist Val Hardy won first place in the Newspapers Canada and Canadian Newspaper Association Great Ideas competition. Her award comes in the Community Newspa-
per category, circulation 4,000 to 24,999, for the advertisement Skate with the Vees. The Western News was also awarded a Blue Ribbon in the Canadian Community Newspaper Association’s competition for its continued top quality presentation, writing and design. The award is in the General Excellence category, circulation 12,500 to 24,999.
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BMX club responds to proposed track criticism Dan Walton
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Concerns raised by the Friends of Munson Mountain don’t resonate with proponents to the new BMX track. “I think it’s a vocal minority whipping people up because they don’t want them in their backyard, frankly,” said Corey Brown, member of Penticton BMX. The Friends of Munson Mountain suggested a year-long moratorium in hopes of finding a solution that works for both sides. Still Brown said the concerns they brought forward surprised him. “You can expect opposition with anything you do in this day in age,” he said. “I’m surprised by the vehemence of it; by how angry it is.” Brown said Penticton’s cycling community is very strong, and whether they expand their park at Munson Mountain or elsewhere, “we’d like to have a place we can share with the whole biking community.” A press release from the BMX club said the current Lions Park location was designated for interim use, and that it’s the shortest track of its kind in British Columbia – which disqualifies the club from hosting national events and makes it difficult to retain members as they age. “As kids get older they are unable to compete with their peers from other tracks and often leave the sport,” reads the press release. “To draw a comparison it would be like a local hockey team playing on half a sheet of ice at their home rink, but having to play on a full sheet of ice against out of town teams at tournaments and in the playoffs.” As an alternative site, the Friends suggested Penticton BMX convert the McLaren Arena into an indoor track. “The Penticton BMX club would welcome this idea, but we would need enough money to purchase a two acre warehouse,” the club said in its release. “We simply do not have the money required.” Brown said that he would like to see the club operate indoors eventually as it would
Penticton BMX said their current park at Lions Park was designated for interim use and because it is so short they cannot host national events.
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allow members to ride year-round – but in order to afford an indoor track, the club will first need to expand its membership, which isn’t likely to happen without a larger outdoor track. “We have to go one step at a time; at this point we need a longer track in order to grow the club,” he said. “If the city offered (McLaren Arena) at a rate we could afford I’m sure people would go for that in a minute.” The Friends of Munson Mountain feel the project has been downplayed as “just a dirt track for the little kids to play on,” and cite Penticton BMX’s desire to host national events to the contrary. The group questions
whether BMX events would bring revenue to the city. They said no marketing surveys or financial outlooks have been presented to the public. Sally Kilburg, a member of the Friends of Munson Mountain group and a real estate agent, said the real concern is taking “Penticton’s rare treasure” and setting it over for a special use without a plan for the whole area. She believes it has the potential to be nice parkland. She said a plan needs to be in place before development goes in and the city is entering a phase where they are going to be under a lot of urban development pressure. “I just feel that it’s the wrong spot for that
use,” Kilburg said. “But it would be beautiful for a multi-use park, and maybe BMX is part of that, but I think more should be thought about, looked at and considered.” The Friends of Munson Mountain issued a press release last week stating asking the area be developed with the needs of the whole community in mind. “I’m sympathetic to the BMX Club’s desire for a new facility,” said Lauren Calancie, who founded the Friends of Munson Mountain. “Right now, though, my time and energy are geared toward protecting the Munson land. I’d encourage the BMXers to ride this wave of public awareness and ask for help from the city officials, citizens and potential sponsors. When the Munson property is no longer threatened, I’d be happy to join in the search for a great BMX location.” The Penticton BMX Club said their members understand the sensitivity of the area. “All the kids and family members are respectful, especially to the environment around them,” said BMX Penticton communications co-ordinator Vanessa Gonzalez. “And we are just strictly there to race on the track provided.” City staff recommendations put forth on March 2 saw council give first reading to a bylaw which would change the property’s zoning from Agriculture to Parks and Recreation. The report’s estimated costs to the city is $2,500 for the installation of water serves, and $7,500 to provide electricity, in addition to $1,500 in annual operating costs. As well, the “future budget will be required to address the landscaping or redesign of the existing BMX track area.” Currently, the project is entirely hypothetical because the site is on land that’s designated for agriculture, and rezoning requires approval from the Agriculture Land Commission. Penticton BMX member Brown, who’s also an organic farmer, said he strongly trusts the ALC to decide accordingly. In their request to council, Penticton BMX said the minimum track size needed is 45 metres by 106 metres, in addition to an area for spectators spanning 122 metres by 152 metres.
Administrator raise is ‘questionable’ says teachers union president From WAGES on PG.1 Van Alphen explains that Hyer’s raise, and ones for other administrators when the freeze is eventually removed, is necessary to provide appropriate separation and progression between levels of jobs and positions. She said the district can afford Hyer’s raise. “The amount of money we spend on our administrators, in comparison to the rest of our staff, is not enormous,” said Van Alphen. Van Alphen said the seven years Hyer has been superintendent for Okanagan Skaha exceeds the time most superintendents stay with a district. “The superintendents have been bouncing from place to
place to place,” said van Alphen, noting that recruiting new people is also an expensive and difficult process. “You take a look at how much it is going to cost to go the other way and you may not get someone who is such a perfect fit as SD67 has gotten with Wendy,” she said. Leslea Woodward, president of the Okanagan Skaha Teachers’ Union said the raise creates a bad perception for teachers and parents alike, pointing out that budgets includes cuts to special education and the loss of a a behavioural teacher. “Nobody begrudges her a raise, but the amount of the raise, at a time when budget cuts are being made, is questionable,” she said. “Teachers are asked to do more and more with less and less resources and it is taxing on them. When you see
teachers whose positions are being cut,that means programs those teachers provide are being cut. ” Bonnie Rouler Routley, secretary-treasurer for the school district, said this year’s budget has the least amount of impact on classroom and jobs that we have had in the last number of years. “Yes, we are not going to be refilling a couple of jobs, but that is less impact than it has been in prior years,” said Rouler Routley, noting this was the first raise Hyer had seen since 2009, equating to 2.1 per cent per year. “It was very clear that the superindent’s wage was, because it had not been addressed, far behind even her peers within the school district. “It is the way that compensation freezes do have a tendency to bite you in the end. You have to catch up.”
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Tearful goodbye to Kaylee Dan Walton
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A local conservation officer is seeking the public’s assistance in locating two people believed to be involved in the illegal harvest of a pregnant mule deer doe. The doe, who was pregnant with two fawns, was shot during the closed season, during prohibited hours with the aid of a light on April 15. The doe was shot in the late night/early morning hours near Spiller Road near Penticton. A photo of the vehicle and the two occupants was obtained by a witness. The photos show a blue/silver, 1988-2000 Chevrolet pickup with a distinct tailgate chrome banner, a red Tidy Tank and a shiny tailgate cap. The witness described the truck as being very loud. The subjects were seen by the witness trying to load the freshly killed doe into the truck and fled the scene when they were observed by the witness. “We, the conservation officer service, are very concerned about the safety risks associated with this violation and the impact to our deer population. This doe was pregnant with twins which would have likely been born within weeks of this event,” said Jeff Hanratty, conservation officer in Penticton. Anyone with information can call the RAPP (Report All Poachers and Polluters) line at 1-877-9527277.
Have you checked out Recreation Penticton lately? We have expanded our fitness room facility and have the best swimming hole in Penticton! Until April 30, 2015 we are offering our Fitness Room and Fitness Room/Pool combo at 50% of the regular rate. This offer is for those 17 years and older that have not held a Fitness room pass with Recreation Penticton. If you are new to our community or new to Recreation Penticton, come by and meet us. We’d love to support your fitness goals. Give yourself the gift of health today. Business Start Ups & Downs
The community gathered for a tearful goodbye to Kaylee Kozari-Bowland last weekend. The 16-year-old Pen High student passed away on April 20 after battling a rare form of cancer for nine months. A celebration was organized by her close friends on the evening of April 24 at Okanagan Lake Park, where hundreds of helium balloons were released into the sky. “Friday night was pretty outstanding,” said her mom Tammy Kozari. Penticton was mired in miserable weather on April 24, but the skies began to clear as the assembly began, and then as the mass of balloons were released, a rainbow appeared. “I thought it was just going to be a rainy dreary, cold day – when we got there it was freezing,” Tammy said. “Then a rainbow after the balloons were released – to me, that’s her. That just shows how much of an impact she has.” On the following day, a service was held for Kaylee at the ballroom in the Penticton Lakeside Resort. Tammy said that the 650 seats were full, and there were between 100 and 200 people standing. “The number of people at the service on Sunday shows the kind of person she was.” Tammy was uplifted by the numerous compliments she received in regards to how beautifully arranged Kaylee’s
Okanagan Lake Park was filled with supporters of Penticton’s kaylee kozari-Bowland on friday as they released a mass of balloons in honour of the teen that died from cancer.
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service was. Through the messages delivered during last weekend’s assemblies, Tammy was again reminded of Kaylee’s virtuous character. Speakers often referred to her strength, caring nature and her ability to leave an impression on all the other students on how to be a better person. “To go through what she did with that smile and positivity, she made everything so much easier for her mom, her family and everybody that cared about her,” said KVR Middle School teacher Blair Haddrell, who coached Kaylee in basketball when she was 13. During the gathering at Okanagan Lake Park, Haddrell wrote on his balloon to Kaylee, “You taught me more than I ever could have taught you.” “She was a very good teammate; a positive influence on everyone,” he said. “A quality person – she was always
somebody that people wanted to be around.” In commemoration, Haddrell said that an annual basketball tournament at the school will be renamed in her honour and a scholarship will be awarded to a Pen High student in her name. While Kaylee was still undergoing treatment, basketball and golf fundraisers were organized for her, which Haddrell helped to arrange. “I wanted to make sure that she knew how much she meant to everybody else,” he said. “She meant a lot to me and I wanted to make sure that she knew that.” Tammy expressed her strong appreciation of the conciliation shown all through Kaylee’s journey. “All the support does relieve a lot of the stress and pain,” she said. “To have the support of the community definitely makes a big difference.”
JCI Penticton is hosting “Business Start Ups & Downs,” a special discussion by sixpanelists on their experiences opening their own business, on Wednesday, April 29 from 6 to 8 pm at Brodo Kitchen, 483 Main St. Admission is by donation ($5 suggested) and appetizers provided. For info email jcipenticton@hotmail.com.
give the public a chance to learn about this public assembly zone, what uses are currently allowed on site, and the potential to increase convention centre usage. The open house will be held Thursday, April 30 from 4 to 7 pm in Meeting Room #3 of the Penticton Community Centre (325 Power St.). For information, visit www.penticton.ca.
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The public is invited to an open house to learn about the proposal to add “tourist accommodation use” to the zoning at 325 Power St., also known as the SOEC complex. A site specific zoning amendment is currently before Council, and the open house will
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Tammy said that she hasn’t had to cook in the past week because of so much food that’s been donated – even from people she’s never met. She continues to find tremendous comfort through the company of Kaylee’s friends. “Her close friends have been staying here every night and hanging out almost as if there’s no difference. They hang out in Kaylee’s room and chit chat, and then they come out and hang out with the family,” she said, adding that Kaylee’s friends now spend a lot more time playing with Reese, her three-year-old brother. “Now they come and play with him for hours; they’re really living Kaylee through him.” Tammy said Kaylee’s bedroom will always be part of the home, and she’ll be arranging it they way it used to be. “We’re going to try and get back to some normality if that’s possible.”
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X-ray goes digital at hospital Dale Boyd
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The Penticton Regional Hospital is ushering in a new era of X-Ray capabilities with a $1.5 million upgrade to the digital imaging department. The South Okanagan-Similkameen Medical Foundation (SOSMF) raised $1.5 million in 2013 for the upgrade, which features new, portable and state-of-the-art radiography equipment which will replace the older technology in the hospital’s three X-Ray rooms. The new and portable equipment does away with the heavy cassettes that were previously required to be transferred to another machine. Now, with the push of a button, the image appears almost instantly, which is handy if it needs to be retaken, and can be sent where it needs to go without leaving the room. This is good news for the estimated 41,000 patients that come through the digital imaging department doors per year.
Shannon Carver, professional practice leader of diagnostic imaging for the South okanagan, shows off the newest addition to the Penticton regional hospital, a fully digitized X-ray machine.
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“It should reduce the wait time for patients because the exams can move a lot quicker,” said Shannon Carver, professional practice leader of diagnostic imaging for the South Okanagan. Janice Perrino, executive director of the South Okanagan-Similkameen Medical Foundation, said this addition makes the Penticton Regional Hospital one of the few
in the province to be fully digitized. “We’re very proud of this,” Perrino said. “It’s faster, it’s less radiation and it’s better quality. It’s the way health care should be and Penticton Regional Hospital has it for our region. It’s made possible by the donors,” Perrino said. “We were able to work with our colleagues at the table to
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make sure we combined the health dollars with the community dollars to make this project work and that was the most exciting part,” Perrino said. She added that the $1.5 million was raised through fundraising efforts for Interior Health. “That’s your $20, your $100, your $1,000. The Summerland Healthcare Auxiliary put in $300,000, Mr. and Mrs. Nodwell put in $250,000, it was that kind of thing. That’s what made it work. Every $20 donation that came forward made it happen,” Perrino said. Another upgrade to the PRH, the new residence for locum physicians and medical students now has its first tenant who moved in Sunday. The six-bedroom Jobling House, named after Lloyd and Lota Jobling who donated $500,000 towards the creation of the facility, will replace the aging older residence which has been the home to visiting students for 30 years.
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The Okanagan Falls Parks and Recreation committee is going ahead with the purchase of two pieces of parkland in the area after the decision was approved by a public vote. Residents of Okanagan Falls and Heritage Hills voted in favour of borrowing $950,000 to secure a waterfront property in Okanagan Falls and to add to the funds already set aside for a park in Heritage Hills. The final tally was 294 in favour of borrowing funds and 232 opposed. “While the margin of consent was not wide, the decision was clear-cut,” said Area D director Tom Siddon in a press release. “This means the Regional District can now proceed with the purchase of enough land to develop a long-awaited neighbourhood park in Heritage Hills, and to purchase the last remaining beachfront property at the foot of Willow Street.” The addition of $200,000 in funding will be added to the existing $250,000 in parkland funds as well as a donation of property from local developer Johnny Aantjes. All told, the borrowed amount is estimated to cost the average homeowner around $32 a year, less than $3 a month. The lakefront property in
Okanagan Falls is located at 605 Willow St., northeast of Christie Memorial Park. Siddon previously told the Western News that this is a key piece of property in the development of the town centre in Okanagan Falls. The lengthy process was partly hinging on both the acquisition of this piece of land, as well as the future of governance in Okanagan Falls. The RDOS retained consultants a year ago to look at the centre of the community and formulate a road map for how area D2 should develop. “In the town centre there is a lot of real estate that could be developed to a higher purpose, but no one is prepared to invest in it or build projects there until there is enough clarity as to what the downtown is going to look like and how it’s going to relate to the beach and the beachfront parks and the businesses that are sort of lined up along Highway 97,” Siddon said. The last meetings with the consultants was in September where residents opted for a development project which would see the downtown business centre emerge between Highway 97, or Ninth Avenue, and the lakeshore. “That was the option that the people liked and it involves what do we do with highways? What do we do with people who are
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The right to stay anonymous The potential winner of a $50 million lottery ticket that was sold in Langley in March, 2014 apparently wants to stay anonymous. That’s according to an anonymous source who spoke to a Vancouver newspaper. The source went on to say that the ticket holder (who isn’t the lottery winner yet, as B.C. Lottery Corporation says it is still conducting an investigation of all circumstances around the winning ticket) has retained a lawyer and will be fighting in court for the right to remain anonymous. That will be an interesting court battle. Given that one generally has to use a name in a court action, which is a public matter (publication bans can be granted by the courts under certain conditions), the anonymity drive may be blown right out of the water. Word of this desire for anonymity fits in with the other circumstances around this ticket. Despite many pleas, the potential winner only came forward a few days before the one-year deadline to redeem the prize. The news that the apparent holder of a $50 million winning ticket wants to be anonymous has naturally started lots of conversations. Most people may not be aware that claiming a lottery prize comes with the proviso that the BCLC has the right to take the winner’s photo and publicize the win. While BCLC says this protects the integrity of the process, which it does, it also helps to promote the idea that winning big is possible. It perpetuates the sales pitch that “dreams can come true” simply by buying a lottery ticket. Advertising promoting that idea does not include the actual odds of winning a big prize, which are infinitesmal. Very few lotteries run by provinces or states in North America allow for anonymity, although a few do. PENTICTON WESTERN BCLC has granted anonymity itself in the past, but only in very rare and exceptional circumstances. It will be interesting to see if the holder of this potentially winning ticket does manage to preserve his or her anonymity. If that does happen as a result of a court decision, it may force BCLC and, quite likely other Canadian lottery corporations, to change their longstanding rules about who can actually win a prize.
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Coast Guard hysteria sinks lower
The Vancouver media’s frantic coverage of the Great Bunker Spill of 2015 has just about run out of fuel. By late last week, the usually serious Globe and Mail was reduced to quizzing a U.S. expert who had at first told the CBC he thought the spill response was pretty good. But then he heard that it might have taken up to 12 hours until the leaking grain ship was completely under control, which would be not so good. This U.S. expert admitted he has not “followed the Vancouver spill very closely,” and was basically speculating. But that’s OK, because the main purpose of this media frenzy is to feed the established narrative that the Harper government is gutting the Coast Guard while trying to ramp up heavy oil shipments to Asia. Yeah, that makes sense. A University of Toronto philosophy prof recently suggested that
Stephen Harper likes war. Maybe he likes oil spills too. A retired captain from the now-closed Kitsilano Coast Guard station became the latest of a series of disgruntled ex-employees and union bosses to serve as the media’s go-to critics. He contradicted Coast Guard management at every turn, dismissing them as political appointees with little operational experience. His claims about loss of spill response capability from Kitsilano are questionable at best. There was no talk of spill response when Kitsilano closed two years ago, because it was a search and rescue station. Former B.C. Federation of Labour president Jim Sinclair held almost daily news conferences as it closed. People are going to drown, warned a parade of union spokespeople. It’s been two years, and nobody has. Premier Christy
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Clark and Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson were quick to summon TV cameras as oil-sheen angst spread through condo towers. They declared the Coast Guard response a failure before they had any real understanding of it. Unifor, the union representing Coast Guard employees, has vowed a full-scale election advertising attack on the Conservatives this year. On federal budget day, Unifor protested the closure of the Ucluelet Coast Guard ship monitoring station. Similar stations in Vancouver and Comox are also closing this year, replaced by a new
monitoring system run from Prince Rupert and Victoria. I asked Industry Minister James Moore, the federal minister responsible for B.C., if this is a reduction in service. He said 1970s-era ship tracking equipment is being replaced with a new system that has already been deployed on the East Coast, to improve safety. “These fears were also raised back in the ’60s and ’70s, when lighthouses were destaffed,” Moore said. “I remember people saying, oh my God, this is going to be the end. And it turned out to be complete nonsense.” Unifor operatives rushed to the media again last week with dire news of a half-hour outage of this new system, portraying this as evidence of a high-tech disaster waiting to happen. (Ships were told to monitor an old-school emergency radio channel for that uneventful
half hour.) What the union is really doing is ramping up its election propaganda, and intensifying efforts to protect redundant positions that are being replaced by new technology. There was a similar media campaign last year targeting the consolidation of Veterans’ Affairs into Service Canada offices. There are serious problems with services to veterans, but union featherbedding would not help them. The B.C. government is also introducing digital technology, eliminating hundreds of paper-pushing jobs in the process, with a mostly realistic response from unions. But in this federal election year, realism will be in short supply.
Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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A side order of entitlement
I’m not against change and I am a senior. What I am against is greed, waste and stupidity with a side ordered of entitlement. Sell off parks? What, so you can sell a building permit? Did you know that designated park areas are not parks? If the tooth fairy gave the land to the city it could become a park. Then, of course, the city could sell it. We lost the opportunity to add parkland surrounding the existing BMX track. The city had no funds to pay fair market price. We all expect to get fair market price when selling property. After 25-plus years, where is the quantifiable plan and monies to buy the designated lakeshore properties? Leave our parks as parks. We have reverse votes on costly improvements and biased
Ride with caution
I am not up-to-date on the negative impact that this BMX track has on the environment at Munson Mountain, but I do know that I am a 45-year-old that will still today hop on a BMX and race and enjoy it. Munson Mountain is a beautiful place, but why deny the growth of children and young adults with our own selfishness by curtailing the enjoyment of BMX riding versus having our children on the streets running wild. I, and many others, support the development but at the same time there needs to be more discussion on this matter and keep in mind everyone who is involved and is affected by this. No one should be denied the opportunity to develop a skill that is competed on at the Olympic-level. Joe Skoropat Penticton
Same old song and dance
Recently there have been letters addressing council’s proposal to build an “executive style hotel” near the SOEC. There is reality and then there is the “build it and they will come” scenario Two or three administrations ago, Penticton enjoyed a rather healthy convention schedule. Why was that? Was it the weather? Was it the location? Was it the accommodation available? Was it the convention facility and its offerings? In truth, it might well have been all of these. However, there is another issue at hand that many have just been forgotten and that issue is marketing strategy and the administrator to do the marketing. There was a marketing manager who brought in many conventions that otherwise may have gone
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survey questions to achieve the results city council wants. What the taxpayer is offered is expensive, more expensive and ridiculously expensive. So we look at the SS Sicamous proposal. The current around the spillway can be very strong. Does this city have a police/fire rescue boat? Does this city have pollution booms? Does this city have security for the SS Sicamous? You’ll need it with the moorage there. Does this city really plan to give away a tiny, wonderful wilderness area within it’s boundaries? Most cities would advertise it as a treasure and use it as a drawing card. I have the perfect Facebook picture to represent city hall’s nurturing of parks — the dog park. City hall buys a barrel of
elsewhere. Many of us know who that was and how efficient he was. Change came. He left for greener fields and undoubtedly took some satisfied customers with him. It is only natural that with a change in programming that attrition plays a part. The city has experienced this and may well continue to do so for some time to come. To think that a new “executive rated” hotel will greatly influence people to book conventions here would seem to be pure folly on council’s part. Of course, there will have to be the proverbial field study (taxpayer’s money to pay). Then there might be proposal tenders put out. Investment partners would have to be found. Finance would play a big part in this. We all know what developmental fiascos that previous administrations have been involved in. Infrastructure, I feel, might be the catch-all buzzword here. Most groups would be content with the calibre of hostelry that we now have. Unless it is an executive group convention, royalty, national or international who’s-who gathering, accommodation needs should be adequately addressed by the hotels and motels that currently exist. I don’t recall reading or hearing anything untoward as to accommodation, do you? For council to treat this scenario as A Field of Dreams it would seem to conjure up the old adage again, “build it and they will come.” This kind of thinking might just be déjà vu re: events centre; dormitory fiasco; Munson Mountain etc. Do we as taxpayers really want this, “play it again, Sam,” scenario? Ron Barillaro Penticton
Honour nature
I commend council for initiating plans to improve the appearance and amenities for all concerned in Penticton. The two waterfronts, plus the Channel, are natural features critical to such a plan and the current proposal for a day moorage at the SS Sicamous should be rejected as detracting seriously from the value of that area for a variety of waterfowl and other birds and from the enjoyment residents and tourists alike get from the birds’ presence. I am particularly worried about any proposal that would once again reduce habitat for birds on any of our waterfronts. The lower-elevation valley is a critical interior migration route for many species of waterfowl, shorebirds and land birds that breed here or use the valley as a corridor to breeding areas further north. Fall through late winter, too, the dam at the SS Sicamous area in particular is a very important resting and feeding place for many birds. Increased human and boat traffic and facilities would destroy habitat and disturb the birds at very vulner-
Round-up to replace a parks worker. Hire local, permanent staff, clean up the wonderful walkways that run through this city. Advertise them! Clean up the garbage, power wash the sidewalks, repair the hillside stairs (for example the ones on Vancouver Hill) and fix what’s broken. Make what we have the best it can be for the people of this town. Chances are it won’t cost millions. Oh yes, on the entitlement issue. Did you know that the mayor and council of Quesnel declined their wage increase because of the towns economic climate? Kind of makes you go hmm doesn’t it? Lynn Crassweller Penticton
able times and the inevitable oil and gasoline pollution would degrade their feeding and resting areas. The birds contribute to the local economy too, as local and visiting birders regularly scout the waterfronts for wintering and migrating species — then visit local businesses. Non-birders seem to appreciate the birds’ presence too, though unfortunately often by feeding them. Boat moorage, and the number of people and facilities that will follow, will destroy the peace for both birds and people who enjoy watching them. For both ecological and economic reasons, the welfare of the birds should be taken into account in the plan. When I moved to the Penticton area 22 years ago, a sort of Coney Island on the Okanagan was proposed for what is now Okanagan Lake Park. Residents resisted that effort to commercialize the waterfront. Let’s do so again and opt for a plan that honours the natural, as well as the human, values of these treasures. Eva Durance Penticton
Business as usual at city hall
I admit, having only arrived in the area just about five years ago, that my knowledge of Penticton council and its general history as well as its record of service may be lacking compared to those who have lived there all their lives. I am concerned that Penticton’s fortunes did not improve with the election of the present mayor and the present council. We can only wonder if the other candidates for mayor and the unsuccessful candidates for council would have been better but frankly, neither the current mayor nor any of the present council have positively distinguished themselves. My thoughts are that perhaps it is simply, “business as usual” in city hall without any regard for what citizens and taxpayers and visitors would want for this fair city. Unfortunately, due to the election and how it was handled, Penticton voters will have to wait about four years to elect better representatives unless there is a way to recall or fire the present mayor and council. Patrick Longworth Okanagan Falls
Council is damaging their reputation
Someone recently mentioned volunteers in Penticton are experiencing burnout from the constant drain on their services. Yet these busy volunteers produce unstintingly for their community despite receiving little recognition. City council is the top coveted volunteer
position; mayor most prestigious of all. These high-profile, responsible positions have the potential for recognition, respect and/or admiration for a job well done. In gratitude of council’s service, taxpayers’ award them an honorarium in recompense for any lost regular income whilst attending to their duties on behalf of the citizenry. No other hard-working volunteers receive this honorarium. Yet only four months into a mandate they sought, this council appears sorry for themselves and greedy for more. If council is unaware or unappreciative of the honour bestowed upon them by the taxpayer’s then they, and we, have a problem. Return the honourarium to last year’s levels and retract the extended medical and dental benefits. If this council hopes to keep the respect of the taxpayers’ in Penticton I see no alternative except for them to bring the greed factor under control. They should keep in mind that their mandate is dubious at best and they are as yet unproven. Council should seriously consider resigning and forfeiting their right to run in the ensuing election. The citizens of Penticton could then hold another civic election; electing candidates eager to serve that are fully aware of their responsibilities to the citizens and the honour this confers on them. The public must be assured that civic elections are run in a manner that the voter has a right to expect. Right’s that are conducive to the obligations of all government’s in a free and democratic country like Canada. Penticton council should think carefully before they damage to their reputation further. Elvena Slump Penticton
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Disappointed visitor to the city I am visiting from Colorado, USA, and I will be here for another four months. I would just like to say that in the month that I have been here I have been disappointed in a few of the places I have visited. First I went into a Penticton restaurant, I had gone in for lunch and the owner went around to every table to see how everyone was doing except mine, which was OK. Then he was accepting the cash from other customers, and when I got up there he asked my waitress to come and take mine. \Seems a little strange as I am Hispanic and that made me very uncomfortable, and I will not be going there again. I had been there in the past and I loved the food. But, oh well, my money is good elsewhere. Next I went into a coffee shop on Skaha Lake Road and had a burnt sandwich, cold coffee and no napkins — not all at the same time. The place was so busy that I didn’t
Great lessons learned
What a wonderful world we would have if everyone learned from Barbara Coloroso how to retrain bullies, how to give their targets the strength to come forward and how to break the cycle of violence and bullying by teaching children and adults to stand up for their peers. Those who were lucky enough to hear Coloroso at the Penticton Lakeside ballroom recently are off to a fine start. Thanks to the generosity of Coloroso for waiving her fee, for David Prystay and the staff at the Penticton Lakeside for providing the venue and accommodation, for SW Audio Visual for providing their sound service at no cost, for the Women at St. Stephen’s Church in Summerland for their donation, to the media for their coverage and for the sale of books by Hooked on Books. Because of all of these people the Grandmothers for Africa South Okanagan were able to raise $4,924 for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign for the Stephen Lewis Foundation. This amount will send 330 African orphans to school for one year. Well done everyone! Lynn Popoff Grandmothers for Africa South Okanagan
Kudos for patience
On Monday, April 20, the
... in the month that I have been here, I have been disappointed in a few of the places I have visited. — Cindy Roberts
want to take the time to complain, so I thought there are other coffee shops I will try. I went into another coffee shop and spoke to the manager there and she informed me that they owned both places. I explained
Care Closet Thrift Store, at 574 Main St, experienced an electrical problem that resulted in the cash register not functioning. We could not open it and our float was inside. The store was opening within minutes, well, our customers were so very patient and helpful with one and other, as well as staff. Thank you one and all, for your continued support and your patience and understanding during this time. Most had the exact change, which helped immensely. GE Little Electrical was contacted immediately and we had two technicians, on site in short order. Mike and Mike had us up and running within a short time. Our thanks to them for their prompt response to our call out. We continued to have an awesome day making money for our hospital and hospice. As ever, we are always thankful to our community for their continued support and donations and new volunteers are always welcome. Thanks again. Patti Skinner, director Penticton
Promises, promises
All we seem to get are promises of hundreds of jobs for Canadians and people living in the Okanagan. Well, if this is old news, so be it. My wife and I just got away and drove south for a few days, we hit the town of Oliver and
to her the problems I had, which she was grateful enough to give me a $7 gift card. I will be going back to that coffee shop from now on, even though it is way across town. Then I went into a bakery and asked for a half dozen of sourdough rolls. When I got home they were so hard that I could have used them as hockey pucks. I just threw them away. I didn’t want my money back or anything in return, so I didn’t even bother to call them. I was in a retail store the other day and the cashier, who was from Newfoundland, was the friendliest person I have met so far since I have been here. I only wish I would have asked her name, to give her kudos. I just hope the rest of my stay here will be better, as I love coming to Penticton and have spent the last six summers here. Cindy Roberts Penticton and Colorado
from there on was a convoy of wide load trucks with (wait for it) pre-made jail, made in the US of A. To be delivered by U.S. transport and pilot cars and then assembled in Canada. Yes folks, pre-made cells with doors and small slit windows with break proof glass (I would imagine). It was only at the Osoyoos border I realized the pre-made pods were coming from the USA. Well on the upside, Canadian labour will be responsible for the assembly. Hope they remember the instructions to put all the pieces together. Don’t you just hate that? The target date for the opening will be a day late as Peter’s Bros. are resurfacing the road between Oliver and Osoyoos so they can’t get the wide loads through due to Canadians at work. Thank goodness some of us have work and can pay the city utilities bills and as far as not being able to eat and have electric to cook it with! Come on, what’s wrong with the local BBQ’d venison.
If you like the idea so much put it in your backyard and leave us alone. Linda Larson is not the only one against it, she is only responding to the feelings of her constituents like any good MLA should do. This park will not bring in millions of new dollars, nor will it create new jobs. It will cost millions of dollars and create a few new office jobs for Parks Canada. Taking polls from people not affected does not mean a thing. Our agriculture land is disappearing at an alarming rate as are the jobs. Food is more important than tourism as are the jobs that get the food to your table. Oliver council, I hope you will support Linda Larson in all of her efforts to protect this area the correct way without a park.
Andy Homan Penticton
Alice Coggan Penticton
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On web poll - is Munson Mountain the best place for the BMX track:
“I say no, but not because of “saving” land that is currently unused, but because it would be difficult for kids to ride to. Expand the current park to the north side of the park.”
— posted by James Palanio
On council stumped on how to handle late fees: “Yes, they need to come up with a new system. I had to pay $1,000 in electrical from a rental tenant delinquent account. So not cool. The actual customer not the owner should be responsible.”
— posted by JJ Faith
“... as landlords you take a risk every time you rent. I do agree though that the home owner should never be left holding the bag for their tenants unpaid city bill. I also agree that the reconnection fee is a slap in the face for someone who is struggling. $68 can seem like a million when you are broke. I commend city council for even attempting to find a solution. Nice to hear someone trying to look out for the working poor.”
— posted by Theresa Mcintosh-Abbey
“... back East where winter bills are horrendous, they give a break for bad months. When spring comes power is cut off for delinquent accounts. The bill automatically goes to collections. The offender is charged a reconnection fee and an even bigger deposit.”
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National park not necessary
We do not need a VancouverWest End MLA telling us how we feel about a national park.
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“Time to invest in diverse recreational opportunities. Seen a ton of bogus excuses why they wouldn’t develop ball parks on Munson Mountain. Now seems like same cry wolf groups are back. Shameful.”
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Brigham Young universitY’s Living Legends performs seasons, a showcase of singing and dancing representing native american (above), Latin american (top left) and Polynesian cultures (bottom left), with students perfoming the dances of their own native cultures.
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For 45 years, and through a succession of performers, Living Legends has been bringing together the dance and music of three very different cultures. Native American, Latin American and Polynesian cultures are combined into a 90-minute show that showcase the joy and beauty of these three cultures through their music and dance, according to Janielle Christensen, the group’s very enthusiastic artistic director. “We kind of weave a storyline through it that tells the history of these cultures,” said Christensen. “These are all cultures that pass down their values and their stories through music and dance.” While the show and dances change a little from year to year, Christensen said what doesn’t
change is the devotion of the students in the show to their heritage. There are 36 performers in the show, 12 for each of the three cultures, with each student representing their own heritage. “Students that have a great love for their cultures and a great love to keep the cultures alive and to pass them down to the future generations,” said Christensen. They do sometimes combine, however, for dances that require more people on stage. “The students do have an opportunity, which they love, to learn each other’s cultures and to dance in those cultures,” said Christensen, adding that honouring the particular cultures is key to the performance. “We are very sensitive to what is appropriate from the cultures for us to be doing,” said Christensen. “What we are re-
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Editor’s Note: The Western News was recently invited to spend two days with Cirque Du Soleil on the set of Varekai in Salt Lake City, Utah. While there we spoke with cast members, creative personnel and production crew in a behind-the-scenes look before it opens in Penticton later this month. Varekai is a journey outside of time through an enchanted forest where magical and whimsical creatures dance their way along the paths to wherever. In the Romani or gypsy language, Varekai is “wherever” and this Cirque Du Soleil classic is truly an “acrobatic tribute to the nomadic soul” every step of the way. The physical and spiritual melding of choreography, comedy and incredible athletic feats are testimony to the dedication of the nearly 100 cast and crew who have worked the travelling show in its more than 4,000 performances since opening in Montreal in April 2002. Artistic director Fabrice Lemire is currently the man at the heart of the enchanting voyage which picks up where the Greek myth Icarus leaves off, and is behind the raw passion and vibrancy it exudes. Having worked with Cirque since 2008, he joined the current production three years ago. He was classically trained in dance in Paris and toured the world as a principal dancer and guest artist with many productions. He is responsible for maintaining the show’s artistic integrity, concept and content as well as overseeing the performers and artistic team. To him, the underlying theme of Varekai is not unlike life. “You mould it the way you want, you push your destiny to where you want, if you want to challenge your destiny then do it, if you fall, then you stand up again and walk,” said Lemire sitting stage front at the Salt Lake City Maverik Centre. “OK, you’ve lost your wings how do you get up and go forward.” He admitted one of the biggest challenges is maintaining the highest level of entertainment while remaining true to the author’s original concept. “First is to understand the vision of its creator and respect it and in some ways help it evolve, take it to the next level,” said Lemire. “But it’s not a piece of museum that we don’t touch, it’s very much a living organism so how do you add to it so it continues to live and breath and to evolve.” To accomplish that, he puts much of the responsibility on his cast as well as himself.
“I don’t like the status quo and when I talk to you about me being outside the box, that’s what I’m asking of the performers as well,” said Lemire. “My request from the performers is, give me your emotions, what is your intention, tell me your story.’ All of this is very much finding within themselves someone they are not so they surprise themselves so they grow as an artist.” One cast member who fits the bill is veteran entertainer Steven Bishop. For years one of Queensland’s hardest working physical performers, the dentist turned comedian/ clown and who is married to a stilt walker, is always a crowd favourite. The people in the seats are also where his boundless vitality comes from. “It’s like a game, like a sport, it gives you back the energy, you’re playing with the audience,” said Bishop. “That sets the flame of passion and it’s fun and there’s no limit to how much you can throw yourself into fun.” Before joining Varekai in 2004 he had formal theatre training in Paris and tucked a number of other disciplines under his entertainment belt including ventriloquism, miming, stunt work and improvisation. His stunt work included Scooby Doo the movie and he once did a straitjacket escape suspended upside down from a crane. He even toured with a French stilt street theatre company. To this clown it’s not just getting a laugh, but the quality. “Is it a gut-wrenching laugh or is it ‘ha, ha, ha’ or what we call a Christian titter, that’s what we don’t want,” explained Bishop, the father of four. “We want people to just be erupting inside with a very connected, visceral laugh.” He also likes to get out in the communities they tour and find “little treasures” to personalize his act for the audience. When he learned about the issue with the naturists and Three Mile Beach Bishop quickly replied: “A nudist beach? I’ll be looking into it. I’ll definitely be there with, uh, bells on.” Varekai comes to the South Okanagan Events Centre May 13 to 17 and tickets are now on sale.
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Tenors coming to Penticton this fall Under One Sky are Grammy awardwinning producer David Foster (MiThe Tenors, Canada’s multi-platichael Bublé, Celine Dion, Andrea num, Juno award-winning vocal group Bocelli), renowned producer Bob Ezhave added Penticton to Under One rin (Kiss, Pink Floyd, Johnny Reid, Sky, their 70-city North American tour. Alice Cooper) and Grammy awardThe tour kicks off in Ontario on winning producer Keith Thomas Sept. 16, and gets to Penticton to play (Gladys Knight, Blake Shelton). at the South Okanagan Events Centre Over the past several years, The on Oct. 3. Tenors have been selling out concerts The tour announcement coincides across Canada, the U.S. and the UK with the upcoming release of the and have performed over 500 live group’s fourth studio album, Under shows on five continents. One Sky, due out on May 4 for The Their TV appearances – over 150 Tenors, who boast multiple No. 1 Billworldwide – include Good Morning board Classical Crossover albums. America, Dr. Phil, Oprah (with CeUnder One Sky is a 13-track album line Dion), The Prime Time Emmy combining a mix of originals alongAwards, ITV’s Diamond Jubilee side new interpretations of familiar faShow for Her Majesty, the Queen and vourites. Highlighting their signature many more. blend of classical and contemporary They have shared the stage with pop, the record includes the popular such luminaries as Andrea Bocelli, hits Lean On Me (Bill Withers) and Sting, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Who Wants To Live Forever (Queen) as Jennifer Hudson, Ellie Goulding, well as the soaring original title track Justin Bieber, Earth, Wind & Fire and Under One Sky and the inspirational more. New Day’s Begun. The foursome dediIn 2014 The Tenors performed for cates the classic Joe Cocker track You the Obamas at the prestigious NaAre So Beautiful to their mothers and The Tenors have Penticton marked for one of tional Christmas Tree Lighting and as all mothers around the world, while the first performances on their tour this fall in part of Cirque de Soleil’s One Night My Father’s Son pays universal hom- support of their new album, Under one sky. for One Drop annual Las Vegas specsubmitted photo tacle in support of water conservaage to dads. A deluxe edition will offer “This music is our most exciting and fans three bonus tracks plus a group tion. most diverse we’ve recorded to date,” acversion of You Are So Beautiful. They also appeared as special guests In March, The Tenors taped their next cording to the group’s press release. “We alongside Seth Rogan and Orlando Bloom PBS TV special, also entitled Under One are so thrilled to be sharing this.” for Free The Children’s We Day in San Collaborating with The Tenors on Francisco. Sky, expected to begin airing in June. Western News Staff
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Patrons at The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra’s final concert series of the season will not only be treated to internationally acclaimed pianist and violinist Jonathan Chan, they will also learn what a $900,000 violin sounds like. Chan, who will be joining the OSO on stage May 8-10 for the OSO’s 56th season finale, is the 2012 Canada Council for the Arts Musical Instrument Bank winner for violin. “Jonathan is incredibly talented and this award is proof of this as very few musicians are awarded such a prestigious award after
competing in a very intense competition. His talent for violin is just a start; he is equally talented on piano and we are fortunate to have him perform with both instruments at our season finale,” said music director Rosemary Thomson. This concert, Titans, brings you from the storm of Wagner’s Flying Dutchman Overture to the triumph of Hindesmith’s Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes of Carl Maria von Weber, and Jeffrey Ryan’s The Linearity of Light as the OSO season finale celebrates the music of German romanticism. Chan performs in two virtuoso showpieces: as piano soloist in
Franz Liszt’s dazzling Hungarian Fantasy; and as violin soloist in the richly emotional Concerto in G Minor by Bruch. Hailing from Vancouver, Chan began playing the violin and piano at the age of four. Since making his solo debut with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra at just eight years of age, he has gone on to perform across four different continents. He had the honour of performing for former Prime Minister Jean Chretien’s nationally televised retirement concert, playing for over 10,000 people and sharing the stage at the Air Canada Center with other renowned artists including Cirque du Soleil, Oliver Jones,
Paul Anka, and the late legendary pianist, Oscar Peterson. “In addition to our amazing soloist, our professional orchestra will express their talent with these incredible and difficult pieces which will leave attendees inspired to go home and learn to play an instrument,” said Thomson. “We look forward to welcoming audiences in the Okanagan for this powerful finish to a glorious season.” The concert comes to Penticton’s Cleland Theatre on May 9 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $52.50 for adults; $45.50 for seniors and $24.50 for youth and are available at 250-862-2867 or online via www.okanagansymphony.com.
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One of the first Native Courtworkers in Canada was given a fond farewell at the Penticton Courthouse on Monday. Jack Kruger was joined by judges, justices, lawyers, clerks, sheriffs and anyone who worked at the courthouse for a barbecue celebrating his retirement after 17 years as a Native Courtworker. Kruger provided court-related services and counselling to Aboriginal clients entering the criminal justice system including referrals for restorative justice and alternative sentencing. He was one of the first Native Courtworkers involved in the pilot
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After being part of the pilot project Kruger, who was born in Penticton and is a member of the Penticton Indian Band, remained a Native Courtworker for six years and was asked to come back after leaving. He remained in the position for another 11 years. In that time Kruger has seen the position grow from a pilot project to a fully-fledged piece of the judicial system. “I think there’s been progress in the acceptance of the position,” Kruger said. In the outset, many legal questions came up
pertaining to topics like the confidentiality of client information as well as letting a non-lawyer speak during court proceedings. Year’s later, the congratulatory handshakes from justices and judges prove that he was as interwoven in the judicial system as any other position . “It feels awesome. My attachment is actually humbling. It really feels awesome that I was allowed to participate in the judicial system with the beautiful people I work with. It’s been a fast and fantastic lifestyle and I think it’s the most colourful lifestyle you could ever have,” Kruger said. “It’s never boring, it’s always interesting and it keeps you going. It’s a career, it’s not a job.” The Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of B.C. is now 40 years old, and Kruger feels there is one key to anyone taking on the role in the future. “My main philosophy to anyone who would have this position is honesty. If you’re honest with the judges ... the judge will turn around and listen to you,” Kruger said. “Honesty is the main key to working in this job, without it you fail.”
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Jost, Chartier leading Vees offence Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff
After three games, Tyson Jost and Connor Chartier have scored eight of the Penticton Vees’ 19 goals in the Crescent Point Energy Western Canada Cup (WCC) in Fort McMurray, Alta. That equals out to 42 per cent of the offence. Jost, a Leduc, Alta., minor hockey product, opened the championship tournament with a three-goal effort in an 11-3 pounding of the Spruce Grove Saints on April 25. The next day Jost scored twice, including the winning goal in a 6-0 decision against the host Oil Barons. Jost also had an assist. “Our line is playing good right now,” said Jost, named the BCHL’s player of the week, ending April 26, for his five-goal, sixpoint effort in the first two games. “We’re moving the puck well. Have a positive mentality going forward. Hopefully stuff will keep clicking.” On the winning goal against the Oil Barons, Jost was the beneficiary of a great pass from Patrick Newell, who set up a shot from behind the net. After his shot went in, Jost just raised his arms in the air. “Obviously you don’t want to go too crazy,” said Jost, when asked about his
CAM AMANTEA OF the Penticton Vees flattens Jaryd Wiebe of the Portage Terriers during first period action of the Western Canada Cup on Tuesday afternoon. Western Canada Cup photo
celebration. “It’s an exciting time of the year. You don’t want to show it too much. I was definitely still happy when I scored that goal.” Jost’s totals add to his 14 points in 21 BCHL playoff games. Of those 14 points, 10 were goals. Jost said he’s been playing pretty good in the WCC so far. “Our line has been clicking really well, moving the puck well. We are having lots of zone time,”
he said. “It definitely helps when your line is clicking. The pucks are coming to me in the right spot. Getting a little lucky at times. It seems everything I’ve touched right now has been having the opportunity to go in the net. Credit my line mates for that.” He’s also loving playing in the Casman Centre. The former CAC Canadian and Pursuit of Excellence player used to take road trips with his teams
for games and provincial qualifiers. “I can see myself when I was a little kid playing out there,” said Jost. “Nice to look back on. It’s definitely a cool experience.” He said it’s also been great having his family there. “It was good to see them. Cool to play in front of them,” said Jost, who used them as added motivator. “It was nice that I could get a few goals in
front of them.” The crowd of 718 to watch the Vees and Saints in the Casman Centre was quiet for the afternoon start. The next evening against the home team was a different story with a crowd of 979 in the 2,300 seat arena. “It was definitely louder. It was a more energized game,” said Jost. Confidence has continued to help Chartier have an impressive playoff sea-
son, but he also said everyone is rolling. “I think it’s just about getting the pucks to the net. There has been a couple where I just had tap-ins,” said Chartier, who plays with Steen Cooper and Dakota Conroy. “Anyone could have put that one in. I would have gotten an earful for sure. Cooper and Conroy, they are doing the same thing they have done all year. We’ve been making good plays out there.
Getting pucks to the net and finding each other.” What the Vees have liked about their play is they are displaying their speed and skill. A big contributor to the Vees success has also been the play of goalie Hunter Miska. He turned aside 25 shots against the Saints and had to make key saves in the second period against the Oil Barons to finish with 23 saves for his first shutout. On Tuesday, Miska made 34 saves in a 3-2 loss against the Portage Terriers. It was the first game that Jost and Chartier were held off the scoresheet. Scoring for the Terriers were Zack Woldvogel, Brad Bowles and Dane Schioler. Replying for the Vees were Matthew Serratore shorthanded, then Cam Amantea. Vees notes: Tug’s Tap House Pub and Eatery will be live streaming all games until the end of the season. On Wednesday, they play the Melfort Mustangs (SJHL) at 6:30 p.m. PST. There will also be a signed Vees jersey up for grabs. Fans must attend a game at Tug’s Tap House to enter to win a jersey signed by the entire 2014/15 team. One entry per person. Minors (18 and under) are allowed to with a parent/guardian until 7 p.m.
Fabbro and Miska nominated for CJHL awards Western News Staff
The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) has announced finalists for rookie of the year and top goaltender. On both lists are Penticton Vees’ Dante Fabbro and Hunter Miska. The selections are based on the individuals’ performance during the regular season. Fabbro is up for top rookie, which is defined as a player with fewer than 20 games in any junior A or Major Junior league in previous seasons, and must be 18 or younger as of Dec. 31 of the current season. The CJHL said Fabbro had an amazing season with the Vees and in 44 games collected four goals and 33 points. The 16 year old twice played for Canada, first with Canada Red at the World U17 Hockey Challenge in November and was selected to Team Canada West for the 2014 World Junior A Challenge in December. Miska won 34 games for the Vees with a 1.88 goals against average and .922 save percentage and five shutouts. He led the BCHL in most goaltending categories including save percentage and goals-against average and tied for the lead in wins and shutouts. He was the CJHL first star of the month in October
after posting a 9-0 mark and 1.08 goals-against average. He took the BCHL Top Goaltender award and shared the Top Goalie Tandem award with Brendan Barry. Miska is up against a former Vee in Nic Renyard of the Okotoks Oilers in the AJHL. Renyard won 30 of his 43 games and posted a 2.19 GAA and .924 save percentage with five shutouts. He was named the AJHL Most Valuable Player and Top Goaltender. The 20 year old led all AJHL goaltenders in wins and save percentage. Renyard set a new franchise record for most shutouts and set the single season franchise record for lowest goals against average as well. The Victoria product joined the Oilers from the BCHL in September 2014 and started the season by recording 13 games without a regulation loss (12-0-1). Renyard was Dante Fabbro named the Viterra AJHL Player of the Game five times, and was also named as the Alberta Dodge Dealers AJHL Player of the Month in October 2014 when he posted a 8-0 record. Renyard has committed to the University of Massachusetts Minutemen of the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s Division I Hockey East Conference. For full list of nominees, see www.pentictonwesternnews.com/sports.
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Paddling Hawaii waters prove tough Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff
Training in the heaviest wind conditions the South Okanagan had to offer didn’t prepare Don Mulhall and Tyson Bull for what they faced in the open ocean from Maui to Molokai April 18. Conditions in the week leading up to the 42-kilometre Maui to Molokai Outrigger race called for strong winds and high surf, including a small boat advisory for the Pailolo Channel — which runs between the islands of Maui and Molokai. Race day weather conditions saw an increase, creating waves more than 17 feet high and winds of 35 knots (65 km/h). “This being our first time, our main goal was to finish, and with conditions being as big as they were, we were challenged to do that,” said Bull in a press release. “Our 26-foot long boat, on top of a wave close to two storeys in height made it seem like you were perched on a high diving board, looking down into the trough below you.” Mulhall said one paddler had the nose break off his boat and was out of the race. There were other teams who abandoned the race. When asked about the field, Mulhall simply said, “The Hawaiian’s just have a sense.” “They just understand the waves better,” said Mulhall, adding that their goal was to finish the race in three hours and 15 minutes, which they fell shy of at 3:34. “Teams were really good. They understand the ocean.” Mulhall was washed off his boat five times and it took him just over a minute to get back on each time. The pair competed in the open men two-person outrigger division, a race that saw close to 180 boats on the start line at Maui’s D.T. Fleming Beach. They finished 122nd and were third in their division of three teams. Crafts included one and two-person outrigger canoes, surfski’s and stand up paddle boards, with some crews racing as a relay team. The paddlers, along with members of the Penticton Racing Canoe Club, are now training for the upcoming Duel in the Desert outrigger race on Skaha Lake May 9 where conditions are expected to be a little smaller. For more information, go to www.pentictonoutrigger.com.
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DON MULHALL front, and Tyson Bull, weren’t as prepared as they thought for the Maui to Molokai Outrigger race on April 18 in Hawaii. The pair finished 122nd among 180 boats. Submitted photo
Soccer Academy surprises exchange students Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff
Dominic Delisle Lavoie, of the Penticton Thunder under-13 AA baseball team, played well in a Kelowna tournament over the weekend. He was strong on the mound. Along with pitching, he was the catcher, short stop, centre fielder and had several hits. His efforts on the young team earned him most valuable player honours in two of the four games.
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International talent was infused with local soccer players who strived to improve their skills in the South Okanagan Soccer Academy. Carlos Enriquez of Spain, Rolf Gotzes of Germany and Keita Takazawa of Japan are part of an expanding academy in School District 67. “I had a really good experience. I didn’t think it was going to be a lot of development, but it was,” said Enriquez, who used to be a competitive equestrian rider. “(John) Buckley helped us a lot.” The academy, based out of Princess Margaret Secondary, is outdoors from September to October at Kings Park then goes in the Adidas Sportsplex from November to February and is open to all students in School District 67. Players receive a detailed written individual evaluation that analyzes their personal development in skills and concepts covered in the course. Students train five sessions each week and also receive soccer specific fitness and personalized weight training. Once students were finished working hard in the classroom, they shifted their attention to the pitch. The training in the elite setting focused on individual skills, team systems, fitness and higher level strategies. Enriquez liked being around the other international students because it gave them the chance to learn from each other. “We also had fun with the Canadians that didn’t have that much development and helped them,” said Enriquez, who plans to finish his
final two years of high school in Penticton while continuing to learn English, which he speaks well. Takazawa said the shooting drills were good and he liked being able to practice every day. He wants to become a coach one day and has started working towards earning his certificates to do that. Gotzes found the academy to be very good for development. “You play every day, basically, you can develop very good,” said Gotzes, who ended up in Penticton through the Do It exchange program in his home country. “It helped me a lot in passing, shooting, fitness, everything. “The soccer is better than what I thought it would be,” he continued. “I actually learned quite a bit.” What Gotzes loved most was the game days. “It just makes me happy to play it,” he said. New for next year will be a cost inclusive shuttle bus service to pick up and drop off students at both Princess Margaret and Pen High. Pen High students can now enroll in the program without travel concerns and can experience the high level instruction. The program offers Pinnacles FC players a chance for extra training and school credits as well as high-level coaching during a break in their competitive seasons. Contact Princess Margaret school counsellors Tracey Sorenson tsorenson@summer.com and Jim Kocsis jkocsis@summer.com for program enrollment.
Judo students step up in B.C. Open Western News Staff
In taking on judo athletes from the U.S., U.K., Alberta, the Yukon and B.C., Penticton Judo Club members competed well in the B.C. Open tournament in Vernon April 18. Caleb Millard, Nicolas Voges, and Marko Lukacic went undefeated. Millard competed
in two matches. Blair Edwards, Ty Carey, David Voges, Jesse Walls and Jonathan Robbins only lost one match and Jade Lowenstein and Liam Birch lost more than once. “They fought without fear,” said instructor Henry Boas. “They did their best and survived well. They learned about perseverance and it paid off.”
Boas said the athletes learn at their own pace in the club to be successful and work on technical skills. In tournaments like this, they get experience from higher level opponents. The B.C. Open was a qualifier for nationals in May, but no one from the club will be going as they are too young.
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SOUTH OKANAGAN FLAMES captain Kade MacLeod (17) buts through the Vernon Tigers defence to get a shot on goal. MacLeod scored once in a 10-8 loss in Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League action at Memorial Arena Monday Emanuel Sequeira/Western News
Mistakes cost Flames The South Okanagan Flames were seven minutes away from opening the Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League season with a win over the Vernon Tigers. However, a penalty at the wrong time coupled with fatigue allowed the Tigers, who took silver at the provincial championships last season, to a 10-8 win over the home side at Memorial Arena Monday night. Fatigue from killing a penalty drained the Flames, who allowed two shorthanded goals. “We played good for 50 minutes. We let up a little bit in the last 10 minutes of the game, which sucks but we’ll learn from that,” said Flames captain Kade MacLeod. “They scored two shorthanded four-on-three goals on us, that should never happen. I think it was a mental lapse.” Offensively, the Flames were led by Mitch Brodt, who scored six goals. He will miss the next game after being assessed a five-minute major for charging and a game misconduct on a hit late in the game that resulted
in Tiger Kyle Dennis getting attention from the team’s medical staff for a few minutes before being helped off the floor. Also scoring for the Flames were Chris Pond and MacLeod. “I think our guys played great except for the last five minutes of the game,” said Flames coach Kevin Thompson. “What killed us and it was a one goal game the whole game. We didn’t put in the whole game.” While the Flames did an excellent job on one of their penalty kills midway through third period, it left the players drained for the power-play. Thompson said that makes it hard to build momentum. “Both those teams played a great game. It was a clean, fast game,” said Thompson. “They executed beautiful and got two shorthanded goals on us. That deflates you right there.” MacLeod added that Dean Grimm played great in goal for the Flames. “I thought we outplayed them for 55 minutes,” said MacLeod, adding that one thing they can improve on is picking up loose balls.
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Members of the Taneda Karate Dojo won 79 of 146 medals at a zone tournament in Kelowna April 19. Penticton members winning gold were Jodi Bartier, Will Wright, Jackson Tribe, Aquinas Downer, Ciara Browne, Marcus Bartier and Spencer McRann. Owen McRann won silver and
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Madi Cook scored a hat-trick to lead the Princess Margaret Mustangs soccer team to a 7-1 win over the Oliver Hornets. The Mustangs improved to 3-0 in AA Okanagan Valley league play. The Mustangs played strong defensive because of efforts by Jess Castle, Kendra Penner, Alyshia Coleman and Lyndsey Selles. The Hornets lone goal to beat Shelby Rogers came on a free kick. Gillian Kennedy, Vanessa Harris, Sierra Voeller and Lauren Smith controlled the midfield. This weekend the Mustangs head to Nakusp for a 10-team tournament, which they won last year.
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Penticton Power under-18 girls fastball team were unstoppable going 5-0 in Kelowna’s Ice Breaker tournament April 17-19. The Power’s pitching and defence was stellar in hot conditions giving up six runs in five games. Emma Reiter and Katie Huston were named tournament most valuable players for excelling in their positions. Their play in the tournament provides a glimpse into what appears to be a promising season for the Power. The Power’s goal is to compete for the Western Canadian championship in Lloydminster, Alta July 30-Aug.2. Their next action is in Richmond May 1-3.
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The Penticton Elks Club is hosting a spring mixed doubles dart tournament May 1 and 2. There will be 100 per cent cash payouts for the top four A and B division teams. Registration closes Friday at 6:45 p.m. Toe line is at 7 p.m. with Saturday toe line at 10 a.m. Pre-register by calling 250-492-2949.
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bronze. The zone tournament is a pre-qualifier for the provincial championships which take place May 30-31at the Richmond Oval. A total of 48 Taneda students participated in the zone tournament.
NEED SOME AIR — Doing a breast stroke, KISU swimmer Kalena Bews grabs a quick lungful of air as she surfaces during one of her heats at a KISU swim meet in Penticton’s Community Centre Pool, which drew hundreds of swimmers, coaches and parents from clubs all around the region.
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Public invited to Agur Lake Camp Dan Walton
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As Agur Lake Camp continues to build momentum, the organizers are planning their second annual Visitor’s Day – where the public is invited to see what the society is all about. On May 31 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., anybody who can attend – especially families with young children – is encouraged to explore Agur Lake Camp, which is 20 kilometres west of Summerland. In their first year partnering with the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, this year’s Visitor’s Day will offer free fishing. The fisheries society will supply the equipment and tackle, and fishing licences won’t be necessary. “They’ll be teaching anybody who comes up,” said Mirjana Komljenovic, office administrator at Agur Lake Camp. Anybody is welcome to try, though “I’m sure the freshwater fisheries would like to see children come so they can take advantage of the learn to fish program,” she said, adding that the society released 1,000 trout into the lake last week. The amount of time it takes to tour the camp depends how thoroughly each visitor wants to explore, Komljenovic
AmAndA Lewis is wheeled through the wooded area that is the Agur Lake Campground during a previous camp day at the rural location west of summerland.
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said. With a new specialized cabin under construction, there will be three six-man units in operation before the season’s start, which are encompassed by a network of wheelchairfriendly trails, and beside a lake which has been fitted to make fishing easy for anybody. “Everything is specially designed for those with special needs,” she said, mentioning the wide hall-
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Camp Society took an overview of operations during their annual general meeting on April 20. The organization received a $500 donation from the Summerland Rotary Club. Carlson said that because of support from their sponsors, the camp’s fee is nominal in relation to what it costs to operate. Also at the annual general meeting, author Yam Cooper presented as a guest speaker. Cooper shared excerpts from his book The Story of Bill and His House on the Hill, and reiterated its message of inclusivity. “His book about someone who’s a little bit different and had to find a way to communicate with someone else who’s different,” Komljenovic said. “It’s a great book and beautifully illustrated.” His presentation was recorded and can be seen through Agur Lake Camp Society’s Facebook page. With the approval of a recent grant, Agur Lake Camp is able to hire a student for the summer as an onsite supervisor assistant. The job will begin on May 4 and run through the middle of August. Applicants can contact them at info@agurlakecamp.ca. While paid positions depend largely on their B.C. Travel Registrar #1851-3
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May 9, 1915 – April 20, 2015 Lucille passed away at Moog & Friends Hospice at the age of 99. Lucille is survived by Pete Zaychuk, children Bernice Miller, David Armishaw (Marlene), Star Christensen (Rob) and Raymond Alexander (Judy), grandchildren Denene, Randy, April, Killarney, Patrick, Colt, Taylor and numerous great and great-great grandchildren including special great-granddaughter Audrina. Also survived by brother Earl Abbott, niece Gwen (Clarence) and numerous other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was “Ma” to many. She was predeceased by husband Eric, brother Ed, sister Laura and son-in-law Wes Miller. Lucille was born in Maple Creek SK, moved with her family to the Vanderhoof BC area in 1921. She moved to Prince George BC in 1949, then Penticton in 1967. No service by request. A family gathering will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Moog & Friends Hospice. The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors that cared for her including Drs. Surkan and Davidson. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com
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LLOYD F. ANTHONY “TONY” F. Anthony “Tony” Lloyd, long-time Penticton resident and retired lawyer, died peacefully while surrounded by his loving family on the evening of April 19th, 2015. Tony arrived on December 19th, 1927 as the first born to Fred and Kathleen Lloyd of Winter, Saskatchewan. Their small rural community was a stop on the CN Railroad, where Fred farmed a halfsection and Kathleen taught at the local school. Nearly ten years later, Tony was joined by his sister Gwenda. Rigorously home schooled by Kathleen, at age sixteen and with the help of a scholarship, he decided to follow in his Mother’s footsteps by enrolling in Regina Teacher’s College. After an accelerated training program, and potentially younger than some of his students, he started teaching all-ages in a one-room school house. During a memorable holiday in British Columbia in 1948 Tony and his mother applied for teaching positions in the Salmon Arm area and Tony became the school’s principal. Teaching only deepened Tony’s love for learning, and he enrolled at the University of British Columbia to hone his profession. During summer university breaks and despite his prairie roots, Tony got a job as a salmonfishing guide at Painter’s Lodge along with a university friend who was studying law. Soon Tony decided that he was interested in law as well. When Tony entered law practice in 1955, it was to join his fishing buddy at Boyle & Co in Penticton. Tony remained in practice there for fifty-five years, making many friends along the way. He retired reluctantly, when hearing loss made working unfeasible. It was at Boyle & Co that Tony met Shirley Carson, who would become his first wife in 1957. Their marriage produced daughter Dennie and son Michael, although it was not to last. Despite their differences, Tony and Shirley remained life-long friends. Away from the office, Tony was most comfortable with his hands filled: be it a golf club, a ski pole, fishing rod, garden tool or wine glass. Tony spent many happy afternoons catching trout at Pennask Lake, challenging the greens at the Penticton Golf Club, or tending his prized tomato patch. Even sitting still was an active time which usually found him poring over a newspaper or book. Such was his boundless curiosity about the world. This same trait meant he was invariably the last one still lingering at museums and exhibits. His learning sharpened his acumen, and vice versa. For every two dozen questions the rest of us might need to ask to figure something out, Tony often needed just one. Tony cherished the virtues of community service and he was proud to have been a long term member of the Penticton Downtown Rotary Club, along with many of his oldest friends. Always an advocate for good governance and fiscal sustainability, Tony was also a lifelong supporter of many political and social causes. Tony found his soul-mate, Judy Enzmann in 1979. Their happy thirty six year union brought Tony stepson Rudy and produced another son Ryan. In recent years, Tony and Judy started spending winters with friends new and old at their second home at Green Valley, Arizona. It was a week before he left Arizona that he shot his best round of golf. Health complications made these trips impossible for Tony in 2013, although he and Judy continued to enjoy the company of family and friends at their Penticton home on Skaha Lake. Complications from a second stroke ultimately took Tony’s life. His family remains deeply grateful for the skilled and compassionate care over the past two years provided by the staff at the Penticton Hospital, Moog & Friends Hospice House, and especially Dr. David Paisley and Dr. Naill Davidson. Tony is survived by his loving wife Judy and her family, daughter Dennie (Peter), sons Michael (Louise), Rudy (Sarai), Ryan (Sabrina), granddaughter Emily, Sister Gwenda (Al), nieces Andrea and Jennifer, cousin Joan (Neil) and their family as well as extended family in Ireland. Tony leaves behind long-time business partners, Phil Locke (Trish) and Alex Cherkezoff (Marie). He was very proud of his friends, who were too many to list. Memorial donations may be made to Moog & Friends Hospice House. A celebration of life will be held at the Penticton Ramada Inn at 3 pm on June 27th.
Robert “Rob died on April 21, 2015 at the age of 62 years. He is remembered by his children; Jason Byman and Jordan Byman King, his loving mother; Ivy Byman Kemble, brothers; Clifford (Carol) of Penticton, BC, Gordon (Linda) of Fort St. John, BC, Bernard (Robbie) of Gallatin, Tennessee, USA, Benjamin of North Shore, Honolulu, Hawaii, Gary (Vicky) of Penticton, BC., and sister-in-law Molly of Fair Banks, Alaska. Rob was sadly predeceased by his father Knut and his brother Floyd. Rob will be remembered for his love of carpentry, fishing, and how fast he would pull out a crib board and challenge you to a game. You will be missed bro. A private family service will be held. Condolences may be sent to the family through www.providencefuneralhomes.com.
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Stylist wanted for busy, well-established Salon and Spa with lots of walk-ins. Great opportunity for motivated stylist to service existing clientele. Apply with resume to Body & Sol or call Rose at 250-492-4116
Help Wanted ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call 250-979-4357 to set up your FREE consultation in Penticton. Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience BDO Canada Limited Trustee in Bankruptcy 200-1628 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9X1
IMMEDIATE Hire FARMHAND Beaverdell, B.C. Pay $2000/month plus 2BR House to live in. Contact GORD (250)484-5470
WATERFRONT INN Penticton Waterfront Inn is looking for housekeepers. Please apply in person: Waterfront Inn, 3688 Parkview St, Penticton, 250492-8228. Ask for Peter
Garden & Lawn Lawn mowing, landscaping, fences, decks, painting, interlocking bricks, retaining walls, (250)488-3043
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AUTOMOTIVE BOB
April 28, 1942 – April 19, 2015
After a courageous, painful 9 year battle with cancer, with family by his side and his wife & best friend Carol looking into his eyes, Bob finally said “I’ve had enough.” Bob was born and raised in Summerland BC, where he enjoyed the outdoors, hanging out with friends and getting into general mischief and playing practical jokes… After Bob was done with school he moved to Chase BC, where he met, fell in love and married the love of his life Carol. In 1972, with wife Carol and their 3 girls (Brenda, Rhonda and Dawn), Bob moved to Penticton BC to become part owner/operator of Bleasdale Ford Tractor Sales Ltd. Bob remained part owner/operator for the next 32 years when he finally sold the business and retired. With Carol forever by his side, Bob enjoyed sitting by the lake at Little Shuswap, a cold beer in hand and sunshine on his face. Bob was predeceased by his father Walt, mother Ethel and brother Bill. Bob’s wife Carol will forever cherish their 50+ years together and will always love and honor her husband. Bob will be sadly missed by his children Brenda (Michael Bussiere), Rhonda (Mike Stubban) and Dawn (Kelly Jones). Saying goodbye to their beloved PAPA are his 11 grand children Shelby, Taylor, Monique & Jacob Bussiere, Ryan & Mathew Stubban, Kaitlyn (Kurtis Munro), Courtney (Kyle Ulch), Matthew, Brayden and Mackenzie Jones.
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A Celebration of Life will be held at Everden Rust Funeral Home, 1130 Carmi Ave, Penticton on Saturday May 2, at 11:00 a.m. Condolences may be shared by visiting www.everdenrust.com
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Cars - Domestic
14’ Aluminum boat, $600, 6H Johnson gas boat motor, $150, MTD 20” garden tiller, $150, construction wheel barrel, $40, (250)494-1396 Gazebo, 10x12, good cond., comes with full and screen curtains, asking 20% of new, 2x20x1/2” chain & tighteners, George, (250)493-5858 Quick cash sale, complete wine making, bottling and washing equipment & bottles, $85, nice wooden kitchen table & 4 upholstered chairs, like new, $165, (250)493-0805
2014 Toyota Corolla LE CVT, MUST SELL, only 10,770kms, heated seats, back-up camera, black hood reflector, extra care protection plan is transferable, ULEV ll engine. CVTiS transmission, $17,000. 250492-4902
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Home Improvements ARE YOU WANTING TO RENOVATE? Framing, gyproc, painting, ooring, bathrooms, decks, windows and doors, 35 years experience, home/business, References Available Licensed, Insured, Worker’s Insurance Ted Lund (250)490-7991
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CK&S Home Improvements. Finish carpentry, concrete, framing , windows, doors, full kitchen/bath, basements, garages, tile, hardwood & laminate. No job too small, licensed & insured, Chris 250488-4147
Landscaping Okangan Pest Control Ltd. Plant health analysis, organic solutions, lawn and general weed control, basic fruit tree maintenance programs, phone Gerald at 250-493-5161 or Cameron at 250-460-2219 for your free quote
Moving & Storage U1ST MOVING 2 men $90/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
Painting & Decorating HERE COME THE PAINTERS, 14 years experience, Interior/Exterior, 250-486-2331 WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM
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Rubbish Removal PENTICTON Junk Removal! Anything goes! Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827 Rubbish removal; clean-up and haul anything from home/garage/yard/basement to dump, (250)488-3043 Trainor Family Hauling. Will haul your junk, big and small, to the dump. Will also do small jobs. We’re here to serve you with a smile. Call Pat with your needs. 250-486-4867
Pets & Livestock
Feed & Hay Ginseng tarps 24’x80’ for shade or windbreak. Inexpensive and attractive solution for hay shed, livestock shelter etc. $160. ea. 24’x160’ @ $300.ea. Quote available for installation. 22’ gooseneck tip pg trailer, 27,000 lb axles, 95 lb winch. $7500. 250-558-8322.
$1,000 Reward for Missing Dog!!! Lost on April 13th, 2015. She is a small black miniature pincher. 11 lbs, black and tan color with a bit of grey due to age. When she went missing she was wearing a beige jacket with brown teddy bear patterns on her coat. The coat has a blue trim. She was last seen near old Sicamouse road in Grindrod. Please call me if you have any information at 778-883-7219 or donnadinh2@gmail.com. Thank you please help us!!! Tiny Chihuahua puppies, CKC registered, microchipped, Champion sired, intelligent, cuddly, adorable. 3 boys left, $800. 250-309-5429. Website: tanzanitechis.webs.com. Email redlox21@hotmail.com
Poultry Brown laying hens just starting to lay. $12.50 each. 250308-7972.
Merchandise for Sale
Firearms 27th Anniversary at the Best Little Gun Shop Around. Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin
Misc. Wanted CASH Paid for 10K-24K jewelry, old coins & $5 coins & higher. Todd - 250-864-3521 Private Collector Looking to Buy Coin Collections, Silver, Antique Native Art, Estates + Chad: 250-499-0251 in town.
280ZX DATSUN 1980, Silver Grey, 180,000km, 5spd.manual, T-Roof, collector plates, one owner, no winter driving, stored in garage. $15,000.obo. 250-368-6217 gerryandmaryann@shaw.ca
Cars - Sports & Imports 1986 BMW 325, 4 door, manual, sun roof, needs painting, $1500, 4 winter tires BMW rims, excellent shape, $800, 1 extra summer tire on BMW rim, good shape, $150, (250)493-8923, Penticton
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27th Anniversary at the Best Little Gun Shop Around. Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin
1993 Corsair 5th wheel, AC, solar panel, 3-way fridge, elec. & gas hot water tank, awning, new elect. jacks, center kitchen, microwave, storm windows, $7000, (250)492-6417
Real Estate
1993 Terry Resort 20.5ft Immaculate Condition
Apt/Condos for Sale Condo for sale in Oliver, 19+, close to all amenities, 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, $145,000. Great rental investment, renters pay $750/mo. and want to stay, call 250-498-3354
Mobile Homes & Parks
650sq’ of gently used laminate flooring with underlay $500. Located in Kelowna. Phone: 250-215-8959
RETIRE IN Beautiful Southern BC, Brand New Park. Affordable Housing. COPPER RIDGE. Manufactured Home Park, New Home Sales. Keremeos, BC. Spec home on site to view. Please call 250-4627055. www.copperridge.ca
New vinyl floors, axels flipped for clearance, 2-way fridge, propane 4 burner stove, hot water, dual sink, lots of tread left on tires, sleeps 5, queen bed, fold down kitchen table with bunk above, two 6V batteries, A/C works awesome, outdoor shower, stereo with aux/cd, easily pulled with half ton, tows great, hitch available.
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House wanted: small starter home near downtown, private buyer, $250,000’s, cash ready, 604-230-3583, or email at: cabinetmakeovers@gmail.com
1998 23ft 5th Wheel, exc. cond., sleeps 6, clean, hitch incl., $4800, (250)494-1396
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Baby, kids, bunk bed, 2 sofas, vintage toys, 1955 and on, Estate items, garden shed contents, records, fishing, seniors items, 2923 Juniper Dr., Fri & Sat, 9:30am1pm, (250)490-4025 Estate Sale; Inside and Outside, everything must go! #80-3245 Paris St., Sat/Sun, May 2nd & 3rd, 8am-4pm, hand & power tools, gold mining equip., fishing & camping gear, fishing boat & trailer, complete household furniture, printer, pictures, exercise equip., garden furniture, yard tools, Everything Priced to go! GARAGE SALE. In ground Pool equipment, computer desk, bookcase, table & chairs, lots of misc. items. Sat. Apr. 25. 110 Hastings Place. Garage Sale, Quilting books, fabric, wool, misc. household items, 307 Carmel Cres., Skaha Estates, Sat/Sun, May 2 & 3, 9:30am-4pm Kaleden Fire Department Annual Garage Sale, Sat. May 2, 8am-noon, 303 Lakehill Rd. YARD SALE FUNDRAISER Bethel Church - 945 Main St. Sat., May 2, 8am-2pm all proceeds go to Bethel Church Youth Group
Heavy Duty Machinery A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com SCRAP PAPPY Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc., All insurance in place to work on your property. www.scrappappy.ca 250-547-2584.
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Apex resort fully furnished, 2bdrm, $650/mo, sat, t.v,hydro incl, internet avail, n/s. Avail now to Fall ‘15, 250-809-7987 Immaculate, 2bdrm, 2bath downtown Vernon, $1200/mo incl all appl., A/C, W/D, Secured heated U/G parking. Call Mel 604-936-8513, 604816-9835
Commercial/ Industrial 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 Business Opportunity at APPLE PLAZA, furnished & equipped upscale office space, 1500 sqft. up to 2300 sqft. ready for occupancy, call for details, Barb 250-770-0536
Suites, Upper BACH Suite, OK Falls, full bath, full kit, 4 App. util incl. FREE TV N/P N/S $600 mo. HELEN 250-497-8744
Transportation
Auto Accessories/Parts 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
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38’ Diesel Motor Home. 110,000 kms, loaded & ready to travel, $39,000. Tow vehicle available. 1-250-260-1007
Sport Utility Vehicle 1998 Tracker 4x4, new tires, also 1997 Suzuki Sidekick for parts, (250)499-7184
Trucks & Vans ‘13 Grand Caravan, 5900 kms, fully load, winters/summers on rims, $18,000, 250-493-6483 2001 Ford Windstar, fully loaded, good cond., over 200k’s, asking $2000 obo, 250-4933980, 250-490-7720
2014 Ram Laramie Longhorn 4x4 Crew Cab
29,150km. Navigation, trailer brake & hitch package. Body + interior perfect. $42,750 (without topper) + GST. Call 1.306.542.7749. Truck located in Vernon
Adult Escorts JANICE, A delightful mistress for the discerning gentleman. Attractive, clean & affectionate, afternoons, Penticton, appointments only, 250-4601713, No text messages
Cars - Domestic
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2003 Sunfire, 209,000kms, 5spd strd, $1650 OBO, runs great. 250-493-3977 Scott
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The BereavemenT resource Centre at 129 Nanaimo Ave. W has weekly drop in grief support sessions Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Adults welcome. 250490-1107. volunTeer Income Tax Program on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon at the Salvation Army and Tuesdays from 1 to 3 p.m. at St. Saviours Anglican church until the end of April. royal canadIan legIon, 502 Martin St., has chilli on a bun at 6 p.m. and Big Band practice at 7 p.m. senIor sIngles meeT from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Penticton Golf and Country Club for coffee. Call 250-492-7078 for more info. alcoholIcs anonymous has daily meetings in Penticton and area. Call 250-490-9216 (24 hours) for more information. The PenTIcTon academy of Music String Orchestra rehearses from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. in the lounge of the Leir House, 220 Manor Park Ave. New members welcome. Please call 250-493-7977 for more info. care closeT ThrIfT Store at 574 Main St. has weekly specials and special auctions. Open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds to the local hospital and hospice. Donations welcome. anaveTs has humP Day with Stu’s kitchen open from 9 a.m. to noon. Entertainment by Buzz Byer. Dinner by Stu at 5:30 p.m. al-anon for frIends and family of alcoholics at 7:30 p.m. at United Church, 696 Main St. Call 250-490-9272 for info. olIver douBle o Quilters have drop-in activities Wednesdays. KIwanIs cluB meeTs at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at 390 Brunswick St. Call 250-493-8901 for info. souTh maIn droP-In Centre has beginner line dance at 9 a.m., medical Qi Gong at 10 a.m., coffee social 10 a.m. to noon, easy to intermediate line dance and cribbage at 1 p.m., tai chi at 3:30 p.m., ukulele strumalong at 6:30 p.m. alcoholIcs anonymous has Nooners meetings Monday to Friday noon at 1197 Main St. Call service 24 hours is 250490-9216. Night group meets in the Baptist
Church at 7:30 p.m. at 1498 Government St. The Summerland group meets at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the basement. BIngo every wednesday in the Legion hall with the Ladies Auxiliary, 502 Martin St. at 1 p.m. Daily lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. hand and fooT canasta at 1 p.m. in the Penticton Leisure Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. Lessons available for those who have never played before. Call June evenings at 250-492-7630 for info. carPeT BowlIng from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Recreation and Wellness Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. oKanagan falls senIors’ Centre has music and coffee from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and carpet bowling at 1 p.m. summerland arT cluB meets Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Summerland Library. Painters of all levels welcome. Workshops available. Contact Mary at 250-494-5851 for info. fosTer care Info sessions every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at MCFD Resource Office. For info call Moe at 250770-7524 or visit www. fosterbc.ca or www.mcf. gov.bc.ca/foster. PenTIcTon duPlIcaTe BrIdge Club has games Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Thursdays at 1 p.m. and the Under 100 Club Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in the Penticton Legion on Martin St. Call Birgitta at 250-770-1154 for info. senIors’ recreaTIon and Wellness Centre at 439 Winnipeg St. hosts euchre every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Call Jeanne at 250-4927266 for more information.
Thursday April 30
PenTIcTon symPhony suPPorTers luncheon from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Shatford Centre Galleria, with entertainment by violinist Samantha Dougherty, a recent winner in the Kiwanis Music Festival, and a member of the Okanagan Youth Symphony, which will be performing in Penticton at 2 p.m. on May 3 at the Cleland Theatre. Call 250492-4082 for info. fITness frIends meeTs every Monday and Thursday in the Legion hall, 502 Martin St. at 10 a.m. Come lose those extra pounds. Call Dot at 250-492-5400 for info. ToPs B.c. 1640 meets from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Bethel Church basement at 945 Main St. Phone Beverley at 250493-5968 or Liz at 250493-7997 for more info. lIne dancIng wITh Claire Denney every Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Oliver Seniors Centre, 5876 Airport St. Call Claire at 778-439-2070 for information. royal canadIan legIon branch 40 has lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., crib at 7 p.m., 502 Martin St. fraTernal order of the Eagles has tacos at 5 p.m. and musical trivia bingo at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St. ToPs (TaKe off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene, 523 Jermyn Ave. Call Merle at 250770-8093. souTh maIn droPIn Centre has Spanish conversation and car-
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Friday May 1st 6:30 to 8:30 pm Leir House 220 Manor Park Ave. Penticton, BC info at www.soblc.ca and info@soblc.ca
pet bowling at 10 a.m., improver line dance, bingo and a crafters meeting at 1 p.m. Call 250-493-2111 to confirm line dance activities. elKs cluB has snowball darts at 7 p.m deserT sage sPInners and Weavers Guild meets at 10 a.m. at the Oliver Community Centre. Visitors are always welcome. If you are interested in becoming a member stop by or contact Gail Erickson at rgerickson@telus.net or 250-498-4959. lIne dancIng aT the Oliver Senior Centre at 10 a.m. Get moving with Claire Denney. Call 778439-2070 for more info. anaveTs has TheIr kitchen open 9 a.m. to noon, pool at 7 p.m.
Friday May 1
sPrIng mIxed douBles dart tournament at the Penticton Elks Club on May 1 and 2. Registration closes Friday at 6:45 p.m. and toe line is at 7 p.m. Saturday toe line at 10 a.m. Pre-register by calling the Elks club at 250492-2949. for grandmoThers presents a frIca Grandmothers’ Stories in Africa by Sharon Henderson of Nelson in the Penticton United Church on from 3 to 5 p.m. This is a free event and all are welcome to come and hear about Henderson’s trip to Africa and her experience with grassroots projects being supported by the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Light refreshments by donation will be served after the presentation. Info: 250493-0076. souTh oKanagan Labour Boundary
Council has a $15 Minimum Wage Campaign forum, with keynote speaker Aaron Eckmann, SecretaryTreasurer for the B.C. Federation of Labour at 7 p.m. in Leir House, 220 Manor Park Way. learnIng aT lunch, a free learning opportunity for adults, presents Cheryl and Arthur Halsted with Staying Fit at Home, a program including chair exercises and ideas for those who are more comfortable exercising at home in the Penticton Public Library auditorium at noon. BereavemenT walKIng grouP at 9:45 a.m. starting at the Japanese Gardens. Call Andrea 250-4929071 for more information. anaveTs has sTu’s kitchen open from 9 a.m. to noon. Steak dinner at 5:30 p.m. Mixed doubles pool at 7 p.m. and karaoke with Shawna at 7:30 p.m. elKs cluB on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m. Funtime dancers upstairs. The BereavemenT resource Centre at 129 Nanaimo Ave. W has 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, please call 250-490-1107. funTImers’ Ballroom dance Club meet most Friday evenings, upstairs at the Elks Club, 343 Ellis St., from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of ballroom and Latin American dance. Everyone welcome. For more information contact Robert McKenzie at 250-493-0601 or visit pentictonfuntimers.org. royal canadIan legIon branch 40 has fish and
chips lunch at 11:30 a.m., ribs night at 5:30 p.m., eagles cluB has Friday Night Live dinner at 5 p.m. and entertainment at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome. 1197 Main St. 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. 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. 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.
uPCOMinG eVenTs summerland unITed church, 13204 Henry Ave., is holding its annual Spring Fair on May 2 from 8 a.m. to noon. Enjoy coffee and a muffin while browsing the garage sale, bake table, and plants. frIends of lITeracy Now SO-S is offering a free Come Read With Me parent/child workshop on May 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. at 508 Main St. soIcs Is ProvIdIng complimentary refreshments, snacks and child minding. Q ueen ’ s P arK Clothes communITy Swap on May 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 330 Power St., across from the Community
Centre. For a donation stuff a bag or bags of any size full of goodies. There will be clothes and shoes for infants, children, and adults. Many sizes, all seasons. All donations go to the Queen’s Park Elementary School Me to We Club. The PenTIcTon radIo Control Club is hosting a swap meet on May 3 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 375 Warren Ave E., Penticton. oPen mIc nIghT on May 3 from 6 to 9 p.m., hosted by Mat Duffus at the Sweet Tooth Café, 13211 N. Victoria St. Summerland. survIvorshIP Team dragonBoaT recruitment open house for cancer survivors and their supports to join a new team on May 3 at the Penticton Lakeside Resort, Zinfandel Room from 1 to 3 p.m. order of sT. Luke healing service at noon in St. Saviours Chapel. Everyone welcome. Pflag PenTIcTon chaPTer, for all with issues of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, meets at 6:30 p.m. on May 19 in the Oasis United Church, 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. Contact Ron at 250-4935530 or visit www.pflagcanada.ca. ThIrd annual murder Mystery Dinner Party: Lights! Camera! MURDER! Come on out for this unique, fun, interactive experience while supporting JCI Penticton. Tickets include dinner by Chef Derrie Selles and snacks through the evening. Music, dance floor, silent auction, photo booth and a role in the Murder Mystery on May 23, starting at 6 p.m. in the Shatford Centre.
RAISE BC’S MINIMUM WAGE TO $15/HOUR SOUTH OKANAGAN BOUNDARY LABOUR COUNCIL invites you to join the discussion on the call for a $15 per hour minimum wage. Special guests include: AARON EKMAN, Secretary-Treasurer of the BC Federation of Labour RICHARD CANNINGS, NDP candidate for South Okanagan-West Kootenay ANGELIQUE WOOD, NDP candidate for Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola
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