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CROWD FAVOURITE — Professional Elvis tribute artist and crowd favourite Corny Rempel of Steinbach, Man. belts out one of the King’s tunes on stage during the finals of the Penticton Pacific Northwest Elvis Festival, June 28 at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre. Rempel was the runner up and Heart of the King award winner. For more photos and story see Pages 10 and 11.

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The new marina and waterpark proposed by Trio Marine Group will go ahead with every component despite vocal opposition. During a special meeting on June 29, members of the public spent nearly three hours expressing their views which were overwhelmingly in opposition of the marina plans — largely regarding the loss of public green space. Mayor Andrew Jakubeit and Coun. Tarik Sayeed both said they support the project, however they voted against the motion which would allow developers to take the next step, as they wanted to see more thought go into the layout of the waterpark. They did support the development of the marina however, but with only two votes against, the motion which gives the green light for both the marina and waterpark was carried. “My only reservation was I thought some of the parking probably could have been shifted to the outskirts of the park – that’s the only reason I voted against that part of the contract because it’s difﬁcult to make amendments to where the footprint is going to be after the fact,” Mayor Jakubeit said. “Instead of a commercial development all in one cluster, perhaps some of the parking moved to the outskirts so you can have better ﬂow and a better park experience; better utilization of the park’s layout.” One reason why Coun. Andre Martin supported the project was to give the developers bureaucratic stability. “I understand Coun. Martin’s call for giving the developers some stability,” Mayor Jakubeit said. “Without a contract they can’t approach their funding sources.” Nonetheless, he said spending another 30-60 days for better planning would not cause undue hardship for anybody. While the public gallery was full, primarily of residents opposed to the project, Coun. Campbell Watt said the amount of negativity was a lot to bear, having heard very little opposition prior to the June 29 meeting. Coun. Max Picton said the waterpark will serve as an amenity for younger generations, which the city needs more of. See MARINA on PG. 2

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Plans for Skaha approved From MARINA on PG.1 “I truly believe it’s the best thing for the growing community and the younger generation and families,” he said. “It’s important to note that it’s a waterpark going into the park. It’s still a park. There is a ton of stuff in that park that is free, and it’s open to everybody to use. To have one item in there for people that want to pay to use it – I’m in favour of that.” Picton said some of his fondest memories of growing up in Penticton stem from school trip to the waterpark. Following the vote, a couple irate members of the public accused council of not listening to the community. “You didn’t hear us – we’re not opposed to the waterslide, but we wanted time to find the right place, and this council did not listen to us,” shouted one man. “Didn’t you hear anything anybody said?” asked another lady. “We spent three-and-a-half hours listening to everyone. We had a debate. It was council’s decision to move forward,” Mayor Jakubeit said. “As frustrating as it may be, that’s the direction council decided to take.” One delegate from the public who spoke in turn was Phil Cove, who said a waterslide could function on any vacant land in the city – “It does not have to be on a beautiful waterfront park that is used by city taxpayers 12 months of the year.” He said a waterslide only operates during a fraction of the year, and there’s no guarantee it will be usable for future generations. “Whereas a city park will be there for my grandchildren’s grandchildren.”

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“It’s not that we don’t want development, but to ensure that thoughtful and sustainable development happens in our city, and especially around Skaha Lake,” said resident Susan Tiny. Former Mayor of Penticton Jake Kimberley also spoke, saying that the public isn’t against the prosperity of business, but rather against the sale of public land. “I can just see it now ‘Come to Penticton we have a waterslide.’ Is that going to create a great influx of tourists? Oh please.” Another issue raised was the affordability of the waterpark. Resident Patty Quinn said that as a young, single mom, she could only ever afford to take her children to the previous waterslides in Penticton one time. Alternatively, Quinn said her family made frequent use of the city’s public beaches. “There are a lot of taxpaying families in this town who are on either lower or fixed income who can’t afford waterparks on a regular basis,” she said. “So they use the beaches.” The entire crowd wasn’t com-

pletely opposed to the plan as is. Diana Sterling addressed council to share support as both the chair of Penticton Tourism and also the mother of a young family. “What we have heard from tourism stakeholders is that this is something we have needed in Penticton for years. We simply need to do more to attract and retain the families in our town,” she said. “This without a doubt will do that.” Sayeed brought up the idea of discounted passes for lower income families as a condition for the developer. Watt sympathized with the premise of Sayeed’s idea, but didn’t support its application. “This is a business venture for the operators,” he said, adding that a ‘low-income’ threshold would have to be arbitrarily set. “It’s an area we shouldn’t be going down.” However, Watt said it would be nice to see the operators offer season passes for locals and also collaborate with service clubs. “Until you actually see the finished product it’s hard for people to visualize,” Mayor Jakubeit said. Following council’s major decision regarding the development, Coun. Helena Konanz proposed an amendment to the city’s revenue-sharing formula, in which 50 per cent of money the city collects from the waterpark would be reinvested in future park space. She suggested instead that 100 per cent of that revenue be used for future park space, and that motion passed unanimously. “That allows us to continue improving parks thoughout the city and in particular Skaha Lake,” Mayor Jakubeit said.

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PIB take big step forward Dale Boyd

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Police expect an arrest warrant will be issued for prolific offender Ronald Arthur Teneycke, 52, after he failed to show up for his most recent weekend jail time. Cpl. Don Wrigglesworth said RCMP will petition the courts for the warrant for Teneycke who was sentenced in April to serve 90 days in custody intermittently on weekends. He pleaded guilty at that time to making or possessing explosives and possessing a weapon contrary to a court order.

Busy weekend for RCMP

Other recent activities have kept Penticton RCMP busy who at one point responded to 75 calls over a 24-hour period which included an hour-long closure of Lakeshore Drive. Saturday, June 27 after police received a number complaints about vehicles doing burnouts in the area the street was blocked off at about 10 p.m. “Our response was based on public safety,” said Wrigglesworth. However Lakeshore was reopened at 11 p.m. and another car did a burnout. RCMP officers, waiting just out of sight, quickly converged on the driver. He was ticketed and the Corvette was impounded for seven days. Overall, Wrigglesworth said the weekend went relatively smoothly with both the Peach City Beach Cruise and the Penticton Pacific Northwest Elvis Festival drawing large crowds to the city.

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Police also reported the theft of two vehicles along with a 16-foot aluminum boat which had been tied up underneath the bridge under construction on the Okanagan River Channel.

The Penticton Indian Band are going to have less bureaucratic hoops to jump through when it comes to decisions made regarding band land. The PIB announced it would be joining the First Nations Land Management Regime, a step towards self-government and resource control, at the Outma Sqilx’w Cultural School on Tuesday. “This will allow them to operate a lot like a municipality. So there’s less of Ottawa’s direct approvals and whatnot, which can really significantly hold up the process,” OkanaganCoquihalla MP Dan Albas said. “They can act on economic development opportunities to come up and not wait for Ottawa to get around to approving things.” The PIB joins 90 First Nations operating and developing land codes under the Land Management Regime, 47 of which are in B.C. The federal government is providing $30.3 million over the next five years, which is expected to add another 25 First Nations to the agreement. Chief Kruger said he had a lump in his throat during the announcement. “I got emotional just thinking about how far we’ve come so far in the last number of years. We’ve gone through some vast changes in the last 10 years being so progressive,” Kruger said. “We’ve talked a lot and planned a lot and now we’re putting those plans into action.” The agreement will make decision making more community based and more efficient according to Kruger. “We don’t have to have the say-so from our community and then I have to go over to Vancouver and spend $2,000 of extra money out of our budget to get the stamp of approval, we just need it from our community members,” Kruger said. “This legacy that we’re creating for our families is great and it’s got momentum be-

PenTicTon indian Band chief Jonathan Kruger at an announcement that the PiB will be joining a land management program.

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hind it.” Chief Robert Louie of the Westbank First Nation and chair or the First Nations Lands Advisory Board said a study done on selfgoverning First Nations by KPMG in 2013 found that of all the bands involved in the study there wasn’t one that wanted to abandon the self-governing model. He added with the new agreement First Nations bands are finding that land management activities are faster, there is better accountability of third parties to First Nations, more consistency with land use plans and First Nations values and visions are being strengthened. “The reserve system and expropriation of our land splintered our people into remnants of our previous existence. Those were days past,” Louie said. “The Sioux Okanagan and the First Nations people across Canada are survivors, we survived and despite the many injustices suffered under the Indian Act, we have prevailed.”

The announcement is the beginning of a two-year process designed to engage community members and bring together active community consultation. “We’re just getting started. In the last seven years we’ve been so progressive and doing things instead of talking about things,” Kruger said, adding some First Nations communities have the process done in less than the two-year time frame. The PIB has also created a pilot project using government funding to create a land use plan and is one of two communities in B.C. doing a land use plan. Louie said because the PIB is the largest reserve in B.C., with 46,000 acres, decisions need to be made on how much land will be set aside for environmental protection, community development and economic development. It’s a head start for the band according to Louie. “I think we’re way ahead of the game,” he said.

Society sent for a loop over fundraising activity at nightclub Dan Walton

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More than $500 was raised for charity by a Playboy Bunny washing cars, but the unknowing intended recipients have rejected the donation. The Mule Nightclub hosted Beach Party: Bikini Contest & Charity Carwash last weekend which gave drivers the opportunity to have Playboy model Jenna Marshall clean their ride. There was also a baking contest open to the public. Organizers decided they wanted the event to support local youth in need, and earmarked the money for the Get Bent Active

Arts Society so they can “participate in healthy extracurricular activities,” read the event’s description on Facebook. It turned out that nobody from Get Bent was aware their organization was due to receive the money until after the event was over. Wendy Goudie, co-ordinator for Get Bent, was respectful but quick to distance her organization, though she appreciated the offer. “I don’t think that you could choose two more polar opposite organizations than Playboy and Get Bent,” she said. “Get Bent is very clear on our values of representing good, family fun and standing against the objectification of women in both art and in the media.”

After learning of Get Bent’s reaction, coowner of the Mule Bill Proznick promptly replied. “On behalf of The Mule Nightclub we would like to extend our sincere apologies to you and your organization for our failed step in receiving your approval ...” said Proznick. “We only had the best intentions in mind with our choice and thank all that took part by volunteering their time and those who contributed to the cause. Our error has caused concerns with the GBAAS, which we completely understand.” The Mule will be matching the $520 that was raised for a total of $1,040, and Proznick

asked if Goudie would choose another charitable recipient. A subsequent conversation between Goodie and Mule management went very well, and she selected the South Okanagan Women In Need Society. “I think it would distort out image if we were to take funds from an event that goes against what we’re trying to promote.” Goudie said she didn’t want to slam the fundraising efforts of the Mule, but wants to ensure that all funds are received and spent in the most ethical way to reflect the organization’s principals. Anybody interested in replenishing the funds foregone by Get Bent can donate by contacting Goudie at wendy@getbentrec.com.

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Jamie Weberg loved his family and helping people in his community. Both lost Weberg, who died of bone cancer at age 36 on June 28. “It was a long fight for him. He went through a lot. He never complained,” said Weberg’s father-in-law Bruce Jensen. “All through that he still wanted to serve other people and do his job as best he could for as long as he could.” Weberg leaves behind his wife Kristin of 10 years, as well as daughter Emma, six, and son Jensen, three. He’s described as a person who made sure others were cared for and looked after. Weberg loved spending time with his family, whether it was riding bikes, going to the beach, taking road trips to the prairies (he grew up in Canwood, Sask.,) skating, playing recreation hockey or enjoying music. He also loved riding his ATV that was built for speed. “It scared everybody out here to ride with him,” joked Jensen. Weberg made a huge impact on the community as a pastor for the Penticton Church of the Nazarene, youth pastor at Penticton Bethel Church and chaplain for the Penticton Vees. “He had the ability to connect with every age group. He was a people per-

son in the truest sense,” said Church of the Nazarene pastor Neil Allenbrand, who worked with him for 11 years. “He always made people feel valued, important. He was not a man of many words. He was a man of many actions.” Another side of Weberg was his sense of humour. Allenbrand said he had a way of bringing humour to almost every circumstance, even while holed up in the Kelowna hospital going through radiation treatment. Weberg cared. Whenever he saw a person in need, he was there. If he saw somebody down, he was there to encourage. Penticton Vees president Fred Harbinson said Weberg took it to another level when it came to helping the hockey players. “He was a huge part of what we have been doing here,” said Harbinson of his friend. “It’s going to be sad to not have him around. It’s going to be a big hole because he really connected with the players. He gave them an outlet.” Harbinson said that Weberg gave without wanting anything in return, except for friendship. Vees players returned the favour on Monday. A group visited the family and his father-in-law watched as they hung out with Emma and her brother. “They played street hockey with

them and hung out. That is pretty special,” said Jensen. “These guys just really loved him because he loved them,” said Allenbrand. “He genuinely cared about them.” Weberg told the Western News in an interview in February 2014 that getting outside the church setting to help was simply a way he felt he could help more. “A lot of the time it’s the highlight of the week,” Weberg said.. “A lot of times you are working with the church and in the church. This is just an opportunity to just step outside of that and go and be a part of something different. I just like it.” Former Vees co-captain Cody DePourcq described Weberg was an inspiration. “He touched the hearts of many and he’s someone I looked up to very much,” said DePourcq. “He was never doing anything for himself. It was always for someone else. Putting a smile on someone else’s face.” When Weberg died, the players took to Twitter to write about their friend. “The world lost one of the most honest and genuine people yesterday. You were family to me Jamie and I know that even though you’re gone now you’ll always be watching over me and always be with me. I love you brother,” wrote Vees player Patrick Sexton.

JAmie Weberg, pastor of the Penticton Church of the Nazarene, with his wife Kristin and their children emma and Jensen. The pastor lost his long battle with cancer on June 28.

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NASA rocket explodes destroying local reading program initiative Mark Brett

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The explosion the SpaceX CRS −7 rocket June 28 just after lift off from Cape Canaveral, Fla. was felt as far away as the Peach City. On a resupply mission to the International Space Station, the vessel was carrying about $70,000 worth of mostly one-of-akind hardware which was to be part of the Story Time from Space program developed by Patricia Tribe of Penticton.

That hardware included nine experiments and demonstrations designed specifically for the project by Canadian astronaut Bjarni Tryggvason. “We were actually on the phone together watching the launch on computer, Bjarni was out in London (Ont.) and I was here and we were watching it and at the start it was ‘all right, this is good,’ and then, and then we saw this little bit of a blip and we both just went silent,” said Tribe. “But then it wasn’t very long after we both said well we’re willing to go ahead and give it another try. You

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A record-breaking heat wave and the subsequent thunderstorms have kept fire crews in the area busy throughout the weekend as a fire ban is set to be in place Friday. On Sunday the temperature hit 36.4 degrees Celsius in Penticton which broke the old record for June 28 of 34.9 degrees Celsius set in 1979. The Sunday high was the hottest it got in Penticton over the weekend with some cloud coverage tapering off the extreme heat. “Some of that high-level cirrus cloud came in from the coast and that just capped off the temperatures. It was places to the east in Revelstoke and Nelson that were getting some really scorching high temperatures up to about 39,” said Lisa Coldwells, meteorologist with Environment Canada. The atmosphere will be stable throughout the week making for a sunny Canada Day and weekend. Last week’s heat wave lead to some thunderstorms throughout the region with over 5,000 lightning strikes in the Kamloops Fire Centre Monday. Since June 26, crews have been working on tackling 20 lightningcaused wildfires in the area. Most of the fires have remained less than a hectare in size, however a fire in Hunter Creek is currently burning at a size of 70 hectares and a 20-hectare fire is being fought Rancher Creek. A helicopter crew is assisting 40 firefighters on the ground at Hunter Creek, while another 40 are fighting the Rancher Creek

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fire. “We did receive a lot of rain with the lightning that came through, so that’s knocked down some of the fires,” said Kelsey Winter, fire information officer with the Kamloops Fire Centre. “We are anticipating seeing lots of those lightning strikes pop up as things continue to dry out.” Starting at noon Friday all open fires, including campfires, are prohibited throughout the entire Kamloops Fire Centre. The fire ban will stay in place until the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations informs the public otherwise. The ban is to prevent human-

caused wildfires and protect public safety and the fire danger rating is currently “high” throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre. Some areas are rated “extreme” and with the current trend of warm, dry weather wildfires have displayed aggressive behaviour and are taxing firefighting resources. The prohibition also applies to open fires of any size, industrial burning, fireworks, tiki torches, sky lanterns and burning barrels. The prohibition covers all B.C. parks, Crown and private lands, however it does not apply within the municipal boundaries of local government.

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The province is cracking down on excessive municipal election spending, but even if the new rules were in place during the election last fall, none of Penticton’s elected officials would have exceeded the limits. Before B.C.’s 2018 municipal elections, a new formula be in effect to determine how much candidates can spend based upon the size of their community. With a population of 32,877, the limit to run for mayor is capped at $24,873.85. Mayor Andrew Jakubeit’s 2014 campaign cost $21,888, and his rival John Vassilaki spent $19,125. Mayor Jakubeit said it’s not a bad idea to have some limits in place and said he’s in favour of the new rules, though he emphasized the importance of finances to a campaign. “It takes money to tell the populace what your beliefs are and why you’d be a good candidate,” he said. “It’s naive to think you could get into council and not spend any money.” But it’s important to maintain a balance, he said.

“After a while it becomes a proliferation of signs, ads, and it can before overwhelming – to the point where it can be counterproductive.” The limit for a councillor’s campaign will be set at half of the mayor’s, which is $12,436.93. Unsuccessful candidate Tim Hodgkinson, whose campaign was impeded by illness, would have come close at $12,009. The highest-spending candidate to win a seat was Campbell Watt at $7,465. Regardless of a potential candidate’s access to money, Mayor Jakubeit encouraged anybody who thinks they can make a positive difference to consider running. “They should be encouraged to run and showcase why they can make a difference.” Because despite how much is invested into a campaign, “you need to have a strong candidate in the first place.” When asked if the new rules could have an adverse affect on elections, Mayor Jakubeit said it’s possible that third-party advertising could become more prevalent, as endorsements that aren’t co-or-

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Canadian pride Canadians are proud of their country and its many achievements, as could be seen Saturday when Canada played its final game in the Women’s World Cup of soccer. Yet at the same time, there is a sense of unease in the midst of 2015, with the economy sluggish, and the future uncertain for many people and businesses. There is also a federal election looming, and it is very unclear what the final result of that will be. It could be a minority government, or less likely, a majority government — and any one of the three main parties has a chance to win. Nonetheless these are simply moments that will pass. On this occasion, it’s fun to wrap ourselves in the Canadian flag and wrap ourselves in our Canadian identity, whatever it may mean to us. It’s fine to celebrate some of the symbols that stand for Canada and Canadians, and play street hockey, eat poutine, drink beer and crank up Anne Murray on the ghetto blaster. When we hear the strains of O Canada, or when we chant “Go Canada Go,” there’s a temptation to think all the while, with swelled hearts, how Canada is the greatest country there is. That may be true, but Canada doesn’t equal greatness simply on principle. It’s all of us together and each of us individually who make it so, and must always make it so. Canada Day, we think, is meant to inspire pride – pride in our country, in our flag, and in who we are. Are we proud to be Canadians? We should be. Most anywhere we look, from coast to coast to coast, and especially close to home, we should be able to find sources of pride. But if we don’t see, at the same time, things that we wish were different and ways that Canada PENTICTON can be better, WESTERN then we aren’t looking closely enough. We can salute the flag, and at the same time believe that it will one day stand for an even greater Canada. Let’s cheer and chant, yet not be afraid to ask, at the same time, where we are going, and where we wish to go.

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B.C. still the Wild West for elections The man behind “HarperPAC” says it lived and died in a few days to make a point about third-party advertising in Canadian politics. When it launched, I wondered why he would choose such a deliberately provocative name. No, not “Harper,” but the acronym for “Political Action Committee,” which has come to symbolize the financial excesses of U.S. politics. HarperPAC ran one radio ad, accusing Liberal leader Justin Trudeau of blaming voters for his declining popularity, and suggesting that Trudeau’s “months of mistakes” are a likelier cause. No kidding. HarperPAC spokesman Stephen Taylor, who like Stephen Harper before him has worked for the National Citizens’ Coalition, announced the end of the project last week. “We have contributed to a new discussion about political financing in a fixed election

era that is critical to our democracy,” Taylor said. “We note that this discussion only occurred once a right-wing analog of the left’s PACstyle efforts emerged on the scene.” Indeed, it was when HarperPAC emerged that muttering began about “dark money” in Canadian politics. Unifor, Anti-Conservative front LeadNow and the many faces of the Tides Foundation somehow failed to ignite much discussion in the Canadian media. Taylor launched the bid in response to the emergence of “Engage Canada,” a union-ﬁnanced action committee that he said was part of a broader effort by the left to oust the Conservatives. Engage Canada portrays itself as a brave alternative to shadowy right-wing groups such as Working Canadians, which has also run proConservative ads. Engage Canada’s latest ad plays on the union movement’s cherished

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“inequality” theme, selecting statistics to portray the wealthy as making out far better than the rest of us in Harper’s Canada. (The notion that “inequality” can and should be ﬁxed by ever-higher taxes on “the rich” staggers on, zombie-like, as if capitalism was the cause of poverty.) Two recent developments have led to all this. Scheduled elections every four years have ﬁnally taken effect at the federal level, after a series of minority governments. And courts have repeatedly struck down efforts to restrict third-party spending in

the so-called “pre-campaign” period as an unwarranted restriction on free speech. The B.C. Liberal government tried and failed several times to restrict third party spending, largely in response to the milliondollar tirades of the teachers’ union. Former attorney general Wally Oppal used to warn about American-style inﬂuence by wealthy interest groups targeting scheduled elections. Their strategy was not so much to keep corporate money out of B.C. politics as to keep it ﬂowing through the B.C. Liberal Party. This spring the B.C. Liberal majority passed Bill 20, the Election Amendment Act. Not only did this recognize the freedom of outsiders to weigh in on elections, it also did away with pre-campaign restrictions on registered political parties and candidates. NDP MLA Leonard Krog warned that this

sets the stage for “some mad Wild West show,” with politicians so desperate to raise money they start looking for the B.C. equivalent of renting out the Lincoln bedroom in the White House. The big difference between the pre-campaign ads for this fall’s federal election and the next provincial vote in 2017 is that corporate and union donations to parties and candidates have been eliminated at the federal level. That means more money available for third-party campaigns, but it seems to be fairly well distributed between the two sides, the Conservatives and everybody else. Here in the Wild West, nothing’s going to change as long as the B.C. Liberals are in the saddle. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@ blackpress.ca

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Hopeful for a strong Canada “I Am Canadian.” I love that phrase and I love this country. I’m home! Though not very politically minded, I’m always hopeful that someday we’ll have a representative who reflects the values we have grown to share today. Presently, this is what I value and hold in high regard: *A Canada that recognizes the significant contribution of alternative or other cultures health practices which offers a preventative, wholistic approach to health and well being — and recovery from surgeries

and illnesses without debilitating side effects from medications administered. It’s time to respect the request for an integrative medicine model and provide appropriate health coverage beyond the limitations of allopathic choices. *A Canada that recognizes and values the significant contribution of aging individuals and replaces the outdated, condescending reference of Old Age Pension with Senior and Elder Entitlement, realizing that the needs of the 80-100 year old elder are much differ-

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I am against the commercial development of parks and green spaces like the one that received approval at Skaha Lake. Taxpayers use those areas all year. Mini golf and water slides will sit empty for months with no revenue coming in. An inflatable water slide can be put away for the winter — no revenue necessary. Mini golf can be put anywhere. Parking is a question. Will more green space go later for parking? The boathouse used by the paddling clubs needs to be upgraded not moved to an inconvenient location. Taxpayers paid for those parks and green spaces. We all need free parks to play in. City hall is giving them away with little chance of having the money to replace them. Big question. If this development fails financially does city hall have enough gravel to cover a waterslide? Will that be this council’s legacy? Lynn Crassweller Penticton

Be nature aware

The next time you think of cleaning up your yard by cutting down large trees and shrubs, consider your seasonal timing. Removing a tree is a loss at any time of year for many reasons; loss of shade on a 39 degree Celsius day, food for wildlife and slope stabilization. Yet, as I listened to the whine of chainsaws and the roar of the chipper in my neighbourhood today, I also wondered how many baby birds were being ground up into that machine. May and June are generally peak months for nesting birds, with some continuing or having a second brood into July. Many birds migrate to Penticton from countries south of here for the sole purpose of raising a family during our long days. They are here for only a few months and then migrate back south again. When a bird puts all that effort and en-

ent than those of the 60-80 year old senior. Many of whom still maintain a healthy lifestyle, don’t overwhelm the health system and choose to remain in the workforce only to be financially penalized rather than encouraged for their efforts. *A Canada that holds itself accountable for the inexcusable abuses and atrocities in the name of England, France, Spain, the Queen, the King, God, etc. against our own First People and recognizes that the truly unifying official second language of Canadians should

ergy into building a nest, laying eggs and feeding young, only to have them tossed into the chipper for someone’s cleanup day, its called a biological sink. It’s also sad. The opportunity to add numbers to their species is gone for that year. Some nests are so small and inconspicuous that home owners may not even realize they have destroyed a nest. Think of the hummingbird which lays eggs the size of jelly beans in a nest the size of a toonie. Unfortunately, nest destruction happens on a much larger scale up in the hills. Loaded logging trucks continue to rumble down Carmi Avenue all spring and summer. We can do something as individuals to protect a small piece of yard habitat. Save your tree removal for the off-season like early spring or fall, when nesting is not in full swing. Be a nature aware home owner and make a positive contribution to the success of wildlife rather than a negative one done out of ignorance. Laure Neish Penticton

People are the reason for climate change

Recently there has been much written to the effect that fossil fuel companies are the cause of climate change. I want to point out that this is not true. Climate change is caused by every person who drives a car, flies in an airplane or uses electricity (much of which is produced by burning fossil fuels). Fossil fuel companies do, however, satisfy our demand for their products. If we didn’t use their products, fossil fuel companies would be out of business very quickly. However, I realize that not using their products would have a devastating impact on our economy and standard of living, and as a result, in practical terms, eliminating our dependence of fossil fuels

be the official first language of Canada’s indigenous people. *A Canada that will encourage heart centred rather than control centred leadership, based on a political candidate’s personal value system rather than law degrees or shrewd business practices. A candidate whose visions and ideals are inclusive, progressive, flexible and consistent with that of today’s Canadian. That’s who has my vote. Happy Canada Day! Kat Lucier Penticton

would have to be phased in over a number of years. My main point is, fossil fuel companies do not cause climate change, although they are an easy target. The real cause of climate change is people living on this planet. As Caesar said to Brutus over 2000 years ago, “The problem dear Brutus is not in the stars, but in ourselves that we are underlings.” George Brake Summerland

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Hikers found after six days in the backcountry Dale Boyd

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Two Ontario hikers who went missing in the backcountry near Keremeos showed up just as the search was about to be called off. Lynne Carmody, 61, and Richard Moynan, 59, from North Bay, Ont. survived six days in the wilderness with little food or supplies after getting lost on a hike from the Cathedral Lakes Lodge. The call that the two

had been found just after 4 p.m. Sunday couldn’t have been timed better. “We had already met with the family and spoken with them about suspending the search at the end of that day if nothing had been found,” said Paul Berry, search manager Comox Valley Search and Rescue. “To the point that we flew the family up into the park to one of the more scenic areas. Really, we took them up there for a last goodbye and it was at that time

the call came in that they were located.” Over 250 volunteer Search and Rescue workers took part in the search from 19 different organizations from as far west as Vancouver Island and as far north as Prince George. On June 23 the two left for a hike from the resort and went off trail, travelling further out of the park area into a heavily-wooded drainage northwest of Red Mountain. When they deter-

mined they were lost, they set up a makeshift shelter near a creek and stayed put, a good strategy according to Berry. “That’s certainly what we teach. We teach starting in kindergarten that if you’re lost stay put so we can find you, Berry said. “They did travel around trying to reorientate themselves, but for the most part they stayed near the shelter waiting for rescue.” Moynan and Carmody eventually saw the Search and Rescue

workers using HETS (Human External Transport System) helicopters to be extracted by air from the deep brush and were able to get a bearing as to where they were. “Linda and Richard saw the searches being pulled out close enough to them that they could tell the colour of the rope under the helicopter. I think it dawned on them that they were in pretty heavy bush and could not be seen,” Berry said. Dog teams were sent

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out Sunday morning, but Berry said the two were already on the move. “They used the helicopters as a reference to guide themselves back,” Berry said. “They were found in a trail coming virtually right into the backdoor of the lodge.” Berry said the two were in “pretty good shape” adding they were malnourished and banged up. “They were in surprisingly good condition,” he said. While hunkering down is a good strategy, Berry said the situation could have been a lot better if the hikers had taken certain precautions. “We talk about trip planning. Plan and stick to your plan and leave your plan with someone,” Berry said. He added to brush up on wilderness navigation skills and leaving

for a trip with the proper equipment to both sustain life and signal searchers if you are lost. “They took virtually nothing with them. Didn’t have a flashlight, didn’t have a match to start a fire with,” Berry said. The search effort was a large one, and many gave up their time to rush to the aid of strangers. “Those hundreds of people that came to the aid of Lynne and Richard gave up time with their children, with their families, took time away from work to go to the aid of someone they didn’t know. It’s pretty amazing calling 80 teams in the province of B.C. that do this multiple times a year,” Berry said. “Happy endings are the best. Particularly given the circumstances.”

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A man taken into custody on a Canada-wide warrant in Ontario is now serving 2.5 years in jail after facing charges in B.C. dating back to 2011. Peter Dirk Bootsma, 50, pleaded guilty to care or control of a vehicle while impaired, flight from a peace officer and two counts of operating a motor vehicle while disqualified after being arrested in Ontario in February. Two separate incidents dated a year apart involved Bootsma operating a motorcycle while disqualified. On Aug. 2, 2012 after pulling over at an RCMP check stop set up during a drunk driving enforcement campaign in Coalmont, Bootsma told an officer he needed to get his license out of his bag. Bootsma eventually revved his engine and took off from the check stop towards Princeton. He was chased by a police vehicle and eventually caught on Coalmont Road at gunpoint. A year earlier on Aug. 21, 2011 Abbotsford police responded to a complaint from a man who said he was hit while making a left turn by a motorcycle Bootsma was operating. Bootsma and the man pulled into a complex after the incident and Bootsma said “I ought to shoot you” to the driver. “I realize my actions were stupid, foolish irresponsible,” Bootsma said. “I have no excuse for them.” Bootsma will face a three-year driving prohibition to begin after his jail sentence is served.

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A touch of Scottish culture in Penticton Steve Kidd

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The Penticton Scottish Festival returns to Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park this July 4 for its second year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an opportunity to celebrate culture,â&#x20AC;? said Wayne McDougall, one of the organizers. And while itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s called a Scottish festival, McDougall said they are taking in a larger cultural outlook. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has other Celtic elements. For example, we have the Irish dancers, they have an opportunity to perform and present their talent,â&#x20AC;? said McDougall. There will be a number of competitions wrapped up in the festival, including highland dance, as well as piping and drumming, both indivdually and as bands. There will even be a stock dog competition, building on the herding demonstration at the festival last year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Competitors come from all over,â&#x20AC;? said McDougall. A piper himself, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s looking forward to wandering around the park listening to the competitors, especially to â&#x20AC;&#x153;the thunderous sound of the pipesâ&#x20AC;? when the competitors gather as a Massed Band for the the opening and closing ceremonies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are three bands coming and they all play together,â&#x20AC;? said McDougall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hopefully, I will be able to play in that.â&#x20AC;? The bands that are coming are the Kamloops Pipes and Drums

We challenge anyone to stay seated during their performances â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Brian Johnston

and two from Simon Fraser University under the banner of the Robert Malcolm Memorial Pipe Band. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Over a hundred pipe and drum competitors, individually and they compete also as a band,â&#x20AC;? said McDougall. There is more to the festival than just the competitions. The 12-hour event at also includes Scottish heavy events like the iconic caber toss, knights in amour, activities for children and more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a much bigger childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play area. It is the Celtic Kids corner that the Child Development Centre is sponsoring and they are bringing a lot of their volunteers to help run it,â&#x20AC;? said McDougall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is a family-friendly, bring your mom, bring your grandkids day.â&#x20AC;? There is also a caber toss event for the children, sponsored by End of the Roll, which is providing carpet tubes for the kids as substitutes for the more typical tree trunks. Mayor Andrew Jakubeit has agreed to try his hand at caber tossing rather than cutting a ribbon for the opening cer-

emonies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He is going to throw WKH ÂżUVW FDEHU Â´ VDLG McDougall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is actually going to be one of the kids cabers, so he doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hurt anybody.â&#x20AC;? Brian Johnston, president of the Penticton Scottish Festival Society, said the organizing committee has been planning the event all year. Âł%DVLFDOO\ ÂżYH RI XV go right through from the beginning of August to now,â&#x20AC;? said Johnston. Penticton had a successful Scottish festival in the past, but for various reasons, it ground to a halt. Johnston said there has been no shortage of interest in the new festival. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a demo day down in Gyro Park two years ago, just to see if there is a clientele for this particular thing in Penticton anymore. And Gyro Park was full, so last year we had a Highland Games,â&#x20AC;? said Johnston. McDougall said the turnout for the festival last year exceeded their expectations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It went really smooth. We had 2,000 people, which was more than we expected,â&#x20AC;? he

said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are hoping to build on that momentum and let the event grow, keeping a local focus, allowing local entertainers and local Celtic groups perform.â&#x20AC;? Other attractions at the festival include Scotch Tasting Classes, the Okanagan British Car Club and a beverage garden, along with article and food vendors. New to the festival this year is a Celtic ceilidh, which wraps up the day, starting at 5 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Two well-known Okanagan Celtic party bands will close the festival, and we challenge anyone to stay seated during their performances,â&#x20AC;? said Johnston. â&#x20AC;&#x153;First the Maritime sounds of Cod Gone Wild give traditional Celtic music a modern edge. Then the ever popular Kinship will take the stage.â&#x20AC;? Kinship performed at the festival last year, and Johnston said they were so popular they had to bring them back. Âł7KH\ DUH GHÂżQLWHO\ the highlight. They get the crowd just going, up on their feet, dancing away on the tables and chairs,â&#x20AC;? said Johnston. Local singer Gordie

LANCE BARUSCH perpares to toss a six-metre caber at last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scottish festival, while (below) Phill Gillis watches his stone fly in, both in the heavy events competition.

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McLaren will also be performing during the day, as well the FiddleKidz. You can pop down any time of the day and there will be something fun happening, according to Johnston. Tickets are available by cash at the gates and are $10 per person, $20 per family and children

under 12 free when accompanied by an adult. No pets. More information and a full schedule

is available on their website at pentictonscottishfestival.ca.

Canada Day in the Park

Gyro Park in Penticton will be a busy place on Canada Day with festivities celebrating Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birthday starting at 8 a.m. and continuing until late in the evening. 8 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Quota Club Pancake Breakfast 9 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fit Kidz 9:30 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JEDI Dance Crew 9:50 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bahiti Belly Dance 10:15 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Amigo Diego, Dance Ambassadors 10:40 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Olivia Page 11 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jessie Singleton 11:20 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rock Skool 12 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dignitary speeches and cake cutting 12:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Team Xtreme 1 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Nankama Drum & Dance 2 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Boundless Belly Dance 2:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Intermission 3 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Nikita Afonso 3:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ari Neufeld 4:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Get Bent Belly Dance 5 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Maiya Robbie and The Screen Doors 6 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Offramp Jazz Sextet 8 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tillerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Folly Sunset â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Fireworks over Okanagan Lake All day fun: Andyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Animal Acres Petting Zoo, bouncy castles, face painting, kids crafts and more.

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Elvis is in the park After performances like this one (top), itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no suprise that Corny Rempel of Manitoba, runner-up in the professional category, was also voted the Heart of the King award by his fellow performers. Headliner Donny Edwards (right) gave it all too, also performing at the gospel service Sunday morning. Dave Greene, also of Manitoba, (below right) chats with another Elvis tribute artists as they wait for their turn on stage. Rempel (below) gives a friendly wave as he gathers with other Elvii for some last minute instructions from organizers and (above) Donna Mills of Penticton gets a kiss from pro winner Johnny Lee Memphis.

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Dream Café co-op a go Steve Kidd

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JOHNNY LEE MEMPHIS of Scotland, the winning professional Elvis tribute artist croons to the crowd during his victory song after winning the finals of the Penticton Elvis Festival on June 28.

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Elvis lives on Mark Brett

Western News Staff

It was Elvis with a Scottish flair at the 14th annual Penticton Pacific Northwest Elvis Festival. When all the votes were tabulated Sunday, June 28 at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre it was Jonny Lee Memphis of Coalsnaughton, Scotland emerging the winner of the professional competition. Sitting on stage with the four other pro finalists, Memphis, who has been tribute artist for 11 years, put his face in his hands in shock and disbelief after his name was read out as the winner. “I’m so surprised and this means the whole world to me. This here, with no exaggeration, feels like the best weekend of my life, the people I’ve met, the things I’ve been doing and sharing all things Elvis,” he said after leaving the stage to the accolades of fellow artists and organizers. “To win this award is very rare. In my life I’ve never won anything and I just want to say what a fantastic experience it’s been and I hope to do Penticton proud in Memphis.” As the category winner the Scotsman will travel to Tennessee in August to compete against those from other festivals. Runner up in the pro division, and

as always a crowd favourite in Penticton, was Corny Rempel of Steinbach, Man. Rempel also won the Heart of the King award which is voted on by the tribute artists and goes to the performer who best demonstrates the true spirit of the festival. Third in the pros was Bruce Stewart of Georgian Bay, Ont. Winner of the non-professional division was Fred Steen of Chetwynd, B.C., Penticton’s Christopher Blaine was second and Silvio Fontaine of Whitewood Sask. was third. Special guest this year was actress Cynthia Pepper who co-starred with Elvis in the MGM movie Kissin’ Cousins and later became his good friend. The 2015 festival headliner Donny Edwards is one of the best in the business and always in demand, who is currently working in Las Vegas, Nev. “Penticton is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been, people here are so gung ho with the Elvis extravaganza and experience; my wife and I are just having a blast,” said Edwards after his performance at the gospel showcase at Okanagan Lake Park. “I’m such a huge Elvis fan and so if he was to see me, I would want to make him proud.”

Despite not quite reaching their fundraising goals, the Dream Café co-op has decided to move ahead with the project. “As of about two hours ago, we have made the decision to go ahead and incorporate and do the deal,” said Murray Swales late on the afternoon of June 29. Swales, who has been acting as pitchman for the project to create a co-op to purchase the popular café and music venue, added that current owners Pierre and Debra Couture agreed to take less of a payment up front in order to make the deal work. “They feel the same way we do, that it is important to make this happen,” said Swales. The co-op project began earlier this year after Pierre, who was wanting to slow down from running the busy venue, was unable to find a buyer that was the right fit. Selling the Dream Café to a co-op and making it a community legacy made more sense, according to Pierre. The co-op’s original deadline was to raise $350,000 by April 30, but that was moved to June 30 to allow more time for fundraising and to accommodate the Dream Festival in early May. Swales said he expects to reach the target goal by the end of July. “We still have a number of people who have said they are in and we haven’t seen their cheques yet,” he said. “I expect we will have all the funds in that we were shooting for by the end of July and then we will be able to complete the deal as originally agreed.” The decision to go ahead with the deal will be confirmed at a meeting of the co-op directors later this week, and Swales expects they can file paperwork and be incorporated by mid-July. “Then we will start the process of acquisition. That won’t happen right away, there are a couple of things that we need to get in place,” said Swales. “ “I would guess that late in July we would be in a position to close.” Swales said it is unlikely Dream Café patrons will notice any changes,

We felt it was really important to make the decision and meet our June 30 goal for incorporation. — Murray Swales

especially not right away. “We are not going to be in a hurry to implement any changes,” said Swales. “The summer is so busy; to try and make changes in the summer would make no sense at all.” Pierre will also remain involved, though Swales

said he will probably take a break in the fall to recharge. “He will probably be back in there before long, because he can’t sit around and do nothing. As long as he is capable, he is going to be there,” said Swales. Swales said enthusiasm for the project re-

mains strong among the investors, including himself. He is confident they will meet their financial goal. “If everyone that said they were in delivered their cheque, we certainly would be closer, we might even be there,” said Swales.

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Local eyes gold in Jiu-Jitsu debut Dale Boyd Western News Staff

A day after he turns 25 Mitchell Burke is hoping to win two gold birthday presents. Burke, a mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter who has been training at Pacific Top Team (PTT) Martial Arts Penticton for the last two years, has a very specific point of focus heading into the Western Canadian Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championships at the South Okanagan Events Centre July 4. “Getting two gold medals,” Burke said. The tournament, which draws competitors from around Alberta, B.C. and Washington State is the first Jiu-Jitsu tournament for Burke. While it’s his first time hitting the mat for PTT, Jiu-Jitsu is nothing new to him as he’s been training five days a week. “Mitch trains a lot, he fights MMA a lot, this is going to be his first JiuJitsu tournament and he is in a really big division as well, so we’re hoping that’s going to work out well for him,” said Jacob Gardhouse, program coordinator at PTT Martial Arts Penticton. Burke will be taking on both the gi and no-gi divisions in the middleweight category, which ranges from 170 to 180 pounds.

Competing with or without a gi becomes a big factor in the strategy of a match-up. “In gi, you can grab the gi anywhere you want, use it to your advantage or disadvantage, it’s a little bit slower because people can grab on and stop you,” Burke said. Burke said he prefers no-gi, something he’s used to from his MMA background. “The no-gi is a little faster, a little faster pace, a little more slippery. You can slide out of things a lot easier, it’s harder to take people down and a lot harder to keep them down,” Burke said. “I prefer no-gi because in MMA you don’t wear gis. It’s a way easier transition.” Pacific Top Team has around 70 members, with over 10 competitors of multiple ages and divisions heading into the tournament Saturday. Staying fit both mentally and physically is at the top of the list as Gardhouse gets his competitors ready. “We focus on a lot of cardio, going over the rules and ways to win using the rules,” Gardhouse said. “A lot about points because the way you can win is by points if you don’t get a submission. The rules are the biggest part. You have to know how to manipulate rules and get points for certain things.”

MITCHELL BURKE, left, spars with Ryan Shedden at the Pacific Top Team jiu-jitsu gym in Penticton prior to the Western Canadian Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championships at the South Okanagan Events Centre July 4. Dale Boyd/Western News

The tournament will host hundreds of competitors and encompasses kids to adults and all levels of skill. The Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu club in Penticton is also putting for-

ward three adults and four kids into the tournament. Owner and head instructor for Carlson, Erik Lund said blue belt Egzon Emini is doing well coming off a gold medal

performance at the provincial championships in Abbotsford. “I’m looking for a strong performance from him,” Lund said. For Burke, while he’s eyeing up two gold med-

als, it’s mostly about staying fit. “I like the training aspect of it, I like the lifestyle, the dieting, the constant work, the training,” Burke said. “Anything to stay active, fit

and out of trouble is pretty much why I’m here.” Tickets are $10 for adults and children 13 to 18 and a second parent are $5. Seniors and children 12 and under are free.

Vees net former Nittany Lions freshman, Conway Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

The Penticton Vees have netted the top scorer they were after. Scott Conway comes to the BCHL team after having spent last season with Penn State University Nittany Lions. Conway was dismissed from the program in early May as Penn State announced he violated team rules and didn’t provide further comment on the incident. “Yeah, that’s a personal thing,” said Vees coach-general manager Fred Harbinson, adding that it would be kept between Conway and the Vees. “Our program speaks for itself. We really don’t have is-

sues, off-ice issues or bad kids in our program very often. I’ve done my due diligence and believe that Scott is a great player. I also think he is a good person. I think he is going to fit in real well with us here. He had a chance to meet some of our guys. They thought the same. Today (Tuesday) he started the Anaheim Ducks camp. “These are kids. Sometimes things happen,” continued Harbinson. “It’s water under the bridge and we move on.” Conway, 20, brings plenty of high-end skill and valuable experience. As a freshman, the Basingstoke, England product tallied 10 goals and 26 points in 34 games with the Nittany Lions and was fifth in team scoring. He was named to the Big Ten All-Rookie team;

second-highest scoring freshman in the Big Ten. Harbinson likes that Conway has won a championship, which he earned with former Vee Patrick Newell while playing for the Indiana Ice in the United States Hockey League (USHL) two years ago. He led the Ice in playoff scoring with 11 points in 12 games. “He was obviously an intrical part of that team,” said Harbinson. Conway led the Ice in scoring with 33 goals and 68 points in 57 regular season games; those 33 goals were the second most in the USHL, a league that is not considered high scoring. The crafty forward also had one of the best plus-minuses in the USHL that year, finishing tied for a league-best plus 40 rating.

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Pinns get that winning feeling Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

A 5-3 win against Vancouver United FC gave the Tim Hortons Pinnacles a split in Pacific Coast Soccer League Premier men’s division play. The Pinnacles opened the weekend with a 5-2 loss to Khalsa Sporting Club at Kings Park Saturday. Scoring for the Pinnacles were James Fraser and Isaac Koch. Both players contributed to the offence again on Sunday, when the team took a different approach that helped the Pinnacles earn their third win of the season. “We kind of went out today with the mindset to just let’s go have fun. Let’s just play for each other,” said Fraser, who scored a goal on a penalty shot and set up another. “Go out there and give it all we got. Not worry about any pressure or the league. We got a good result out of it. I’m feeling a streak. I’m predicting a streak.” In the opening minutes of the match, the Pinnacles generated a chance, but couldn’t finish. Near the five-minute mark, Vancouver United FC scored the opening goal, but Bjorn Borren tied it for the Pinnacles, who allowed one more late in the half. In the second half, the Pinnacles evened the score at two on a play started by Koch. Taking a feed while on the run, Koch used his speed to get to the net where he was taken down in the box. That led to Fraser’s penalty shot goal. The Pinnacles then took a 3-2 lead that started on a corner kick. After the kick was made, a Van United FC defender headed the ball out of harms way. Except that Xavier Araujo was positioned perfectly and made a decision to boot it. “It had enough top spin to get on target. As soon as I hit it I knew it was going to go,” said Araujo, who now has two goals on the season. “There’s just that feeling when you hit it right. That’s definitely in the net.” Araujo’s marker was followed by a goal by Koch, who took a nice thread pass by Fraser. Jason Stagger celebrated his birthday by finishing off a cross pass by Mitch Popadynetz to make it 5-3. “It was a nice win after so many

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losses,” said Pinnacles coach Paulo Araujo, whose team was winless in five games. “Hopefully we can build on this. Finish the year pretty respectful for the first year in the Premier.” The difference in play for the Pinnacles from the first to second half came down to moving the ball quicker. “We were able to use our speed which we got on the outside from Isaac and Bjorn to get in,” he said. “It makes it difficult for the defenders to defend.” Along with Koch having a big game for the Pinnacles, so did Fraser and keeper Travis Froehlich. The Pinnacles have been using Fraser in his true position as a centre forward and it paid off. They had been using him as a centre back, since they don’t have one. However, Araujo decided to use James Taylor in that spot and moved Fraser up. Froehlich had a few big saves, including one on a penalty shot in the opening half when the score was 1-1. The Pinnacles were without veteran Randy Hubber, who suffered a hip injury against Khalsa Sporting Club. He will receive treatment and it is hoped he will be able to return to action this weekend when the Pinnacles host Victoria Highlanders FC at Kings Park at 4 p.m. The Pinnacles then hit the road Sunday to face Khalsa Sporting Club at Queen’s Park East.

KEEPER TRAVIS FROEHLIC of the Penticton Tim Hortons Pinnacles fights off Alex Orasa of Vancouver United FC to make one of his many critical saves in the Pinnacles 5-3 win over the visitors at King’s Park, June 28 in Pacific Coast Soccer League men’s premier division play. Froehlic also stopped a penalty shot. Mark Brett/Western News

Summerland hockey product becomes a Duck Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Deven Sideroff’s dream came true after a phone call on Saturday afternoon. The Summerland Minor Hockey Association product had his named called by the Anaheim Ducks during the 2015 NHL Entry Draft in Sunrise, Fla. “I was just at home and had a phone call from my agent telling me that the Ducks picked me 84th overall. It’s a huge accomplishment to get drafted, especially by Anaheim,” said Sideroff,

Monday afternoon prior to embarking on a flight to California for the Ducks development camp. “It’s a great organization. Just really thrilled to finally get that rolling.” A forward with the Kamloops Blazers, Sideroff said he had a great first season in the Western Hockey League as he earned a spot on the top line play with Penticton’s Matt Needham and Cole Ully, in which he posted 17 goals, 25 assists and 42 points in 64 games. He was named the Blazers Rookie of the Year along with goaltender Connor Ingram.

“Everything went really well. They helped me out through everything,” said Sideroff. “That made the season go really well.” On the Ducks’ website, director of professional/amateur scouting Martin Madden said Sideroff is a player amateur scout Glen Cochroane and head scout Jeff Crisp really liked. “At this point, he’s still physically immature, but he’s continuing to grow,” said Madden. “He’s almost at six feet. His progression throughout the season was steady and impressive, both in terms of performance and production. He had a good

Under-18 with Team Canada in April. That cemented our view of him as a future offensive player at the pro level. He’s got some ways to go in terms of physical strength, but we’ll take our time with him. He’s a great kid - a hard-working kid. In time, he’ll be able to add the mass and strength he needs.” Heading to camp, Sideroff just wants to take everything in and enjoy the experience. Sideroff credits his family and everyone he grew up playing hockey with for him getting drafted. Sideroff is the first Blazer selected by the Ducks.

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Crystal Schuder had a big game for the Penticton Murray GM Pinnacles Sunday against Kamloops. Schuder netted a hat trick, including the equalizer in the final minute for a 5-5 draw at Kings Park. “It was back and forth the whole time. The heat was a factor in the game for both squads,” said acting Pinnacles coach Carlos Mendonca, who filled in for Ray Hintz. “You have to work twice as hard defending. It’s easy to play with the ball than without.” What impressed Mendonca about the Pinnacles’ performance was the character they showed battling back. Before the first half

ended, Mary Kampman scored from 30-yards out to head into the half trailing 2-1. To start the second half, Kamloops scored to make it 3-1. Schuder scored twice to bring the Pinnacles to 3-3. “With her speed and shot, she was just lots of troubles for the defenders,” said Mendonca of Schuder. Kamloops scored on a penalty shot to take a 4-3 lead, then Emily Jones evened the Pinnacles at four. Kamloops’ fifth goal was scored with five minutes remaining on an individual effort that impressed Mendonca. The Kamloops forward beat two Pinnacles defenders before making her way around the Pinnacles keeper for an easy tap in goal. Sharing time in goal for the Pinnacles were Caitlyn Spooner and Emily Edmundson.

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Canada Day will be marked with celebrations in several communities throughout the South Okanagan. The Osoyoos Festival Society presents the 66th annual Cherry Fiesta on July 1, kicking off with the Rotary pancake breakfast at the town square from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. This will be immediately followed by the Cherry Fiesta parade. Entertainment and activities continue throughout the day at the Osoyoos Legion Hall with a beer garden, beef on a bun and more from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. At Gyro Beach there will be craft and food vendors, the Elks’s beverage garden, the cherry pit spit contest from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. and a cherry pie eating contest from 3:30 to 4 p.m. Gyro Beach bandshell will host a variety of live music and entertainment from noon until 10 p.m. It starts with Dale Seaman and Highway 97 and continues with Dance Oasis, opening ceremonies and cake at 1:30 p.m., Kayla

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Dawn, Cindy Doucette, Kansas Lee, Aidan Mayes and Mandy Cole, Uncorked, Wined It Up and No Sinner hitting the stage as the final performance starting at 8:45 p.m. As dusk hits the beach (approximately 10 p.m.) fireworks will be presented. Join the Oliver Parks and Recreation as they celebrate Canada with a pancake breakfast and facepainting from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. A loonie swim takes place from 9 to 11 a.m. In Okanagan Falls, the Legion is hosting events from 2 to 7 p.m. including the band Timeline, dancing and 50/50 draws. All ages are welcome. A flag raising and anthem ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. in Kenyon Park, with the pipe band and Legion Colour Party. Events and entertainment will continue from noon to 4 p.m. in Kenyon Park with a barbecue, family activities, a lawn maze, IGA cupcakes served by The Women’s Institute and live music with 13 Broken Bones. A special ribbon cutting cer-

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US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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Joanne 55, died Saturday, June 27 in Penticton, B.C., with family at her side. Jo was born May 1, 1960 in Assam, India to Maurice and Mary Wheatcroft. Jo was doing the Sunday Times cryptic crossword since she was 5 years old, but could never balance her cheque book. She was an avid reader & collector of all things – particularly hand bags and shoes. Jo was a fierce, loyal friend and had no time for people that irritated her. Jo loved all things Paul Weller and good reggae. Jo is survived by her husband, Goran; her children, Joseph Tihomir (Tiko) and Eloise (Lu) May; sister, Marianne and brother-in-law David; and nieces Eleanor and Olivia. Funeral service will be held Saturday, July 4 at 11:30AM at Everden Rust Funeral Home in Penticton. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you perform an unexpected, unsolicited act of kindness to someone that may or may not deserve it. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com

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Judith Ilene (Nee Peters) November 5, 1943 – June 20, 2015

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Judy passed away peacefully, following a short four month battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was surrounded by family at Moog & Friends Hospice House in Penticton. Judy is survived by her loving family, husband Garry, of 50 years; daughter, Pamela; son Randy (Christina); grandchildren, Justen, Joshua, Kylie; brother, Ben (Michael) of South Hill, Washington, USA; brother-in-law, Bob Franklin of Des Moines, Washington, USA and many more extended family in Ontario and the USA. She was predeceased by her parents, Edna & Harold and sister Patricia. Judy was born in Tacoma, Washington and then immigrated to Vancouver, Canada in 1966 and retired to the Okanagan in 1996. Judy was a stayat-home Mom who enjoyed raising her children and grandchildren. She volunteered her time for many community services and loved socializing with people. Judy’s last years were spent snow-birding and traveling throughout Canada and the USA in their fifth wheel. She was very proud that she had visited all of the ten Canadian provinces and fortythree of the U.S. states during her senior years. By Judy’s request, there will be no service. The family wishes to thank Dr. C. Wren and the nurses and staff of Moog & Friends Hospice for their compassionate care. Donations may be made in her memory to Moog & Friends Hospice, 1701 Government St., Penticton, B.C., V2A 8J7. Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.everdenrust. com

VINCENT GERARD Passed away June 25, 2015 at 9 a.m., quietly and peacefully with family present at Haven Hill Retirement Centre. He is survived by his wife, Mary; daughters; Kathryn (Derek), Deborah and Karen; Grandchildren; Breanna, Jessie, Arianna, Courtney, Poppy and Harry; greatgranddaughter; Stella; sister; Rita; niece; Sherry (Ross) and cousin Ralph. Vince spent 25 years in the Armed Forces, R.C.R. & Signal Corp., serving in Korea, Egypt, Congo, Germany & Canada and he served 15 years with the Coast Guard in Sandspit, Prince Rupert & Vancouver. Vince was also an active member of the Lions International in Delta, Penticton & Oliver, B.C. No service by request with cremation. A memorial gathering will be arranged at a later date. A special thanks to the staff at Haven Hill, Lower Grape unit as well as Dr. David Surkan & Dr. A. Ruddiman for their kindness and help. Condolences can be shared with the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com

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ELECTRICIAN: Journeyman & Apprentice (2nd yr+) for local company; residential exp; top wages; benefits. Email resume to curtis@glittle.ca

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UCLUELET HARBOUR SEAFOODS is currently seeking FISH CUTTERS This position requires the ability to fillet a minimum of 150Lbs of Rockfish fillets with a 30% Skin- off recovery (500 Round Pounds) per hour or, 140 or more whole Rockfish per hour. Apply by e-mail to: uhsjobs@pac seafood.com or call at Ph: 250-726-7768 x234

EXP’D COOKS NEEDED - f/t hours, fast-paced, high-volume environment. Penticton. Send res. to busyness@shaw.ca HOUSEKEEPER required for Resort Motel, FT position, exp. preferred or will train, $14-$16/hr. (depending on experience), apply with resume: Crown Motel, Lakeshore Dr. or contact Rob at 250-492-4092

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IN-STORE SECURITY OFFICER Leading Retailer requires an individual to be an in-store loss prevention officer in a busy retail environment. The Position Your main job function as a Loss Prevention Associate is the effective control of shoplifter activity within the specific facility or facilities to which you are assigned. You will be responsible for the following: • Identification and Observation of shoplifters • Apprehension and detention of shoplifters • Recovery of property • Processing suspects and corresponding paper work. • Preservation of evidence • Work with management and associates to ensure security controls are in place Qualifications The successful candidate should possess the following; • B. S.T. & A.S.T. Licencing • Strong analytical skills • Good written communication skills • Ability to work under stressful and high pressure situations • Team player • Able to investigate, interpret, and identify integrity issues • Ability to multi-task This is a full time position that offers a competitive compensation package with excellent company benefits. Compensation is in accordance with experience and education.

Carriers Needed 2 Days a Week - Early Mornings The Penticton Western News has Routes available in these areas for Wednesday & Friday:

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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

Misc Services Bobcat with Hammer, Auger, Grapple Attachments, MiniExcavator, Dump trailer, irrigation, landscaping, reasonable rates, 250-488-1310

Moving & Storage 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

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Rubbish Removal GET the MOST for Your Junk Vehicle and scrap steel. A Portion of proceeds to your LOCAL FOOD BANK. Call 778-581-cars (2277) 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

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Appliances Maytag portable dishwasher, 3ys old, paid $700, excellent cond. $300, can deliver in area. 250-492-7177

Firearms SUPER Summer Savings on selected used rifles/shotguns. Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin

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Fruit & Vegetables U-pick cherries, $1.10/lb, call (250)492-5653, 1099 West Bench Dr., 7am-8pm

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2002 Honda Sabre, 1100cc, Harley look a like, cobra pipes, lots of chrome, 15,000kms, shaft driven, water cooled, mint condition, beautiful new paint & graphics, must see, $7500, 778-476-2046

MOVING Sale - June 27, from 9 to 1. Everything must go. 3015 Upper DeBeck Road, Naramata. Lamps, pictures, kitchen items, appliances, shop tools and supplies etc.

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For Sale By Owner PENTICTON BEACH HOUSE AS IS w/garage, 1003 Dynes Ave., corner lot, private sale, $295,000, 250-493-7344

CAWSTON. MOVINGFri. July 3, noon-7pm. Sat. & Sun. July 4 & 5, 8-5pm. Pitt Road. Tools, furniture, antiques, etc. LARGE Garage sale with household & Misc. items 8:00am-12:00 Sat. June 27. 398 Nanaimo ave west Penticton.

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HUGE CHARITY YARD SALE Sat. June 27, 8am-2pm in the Penticton Curling Club. Rain or shine. All kinds of stuff inc. 4000+ DVD’s and Bluerays. Household, sports, outdoors, kids, furniture; handmade crafts. BBQ’d smokies and baked goods. Kittens for adoption. All proceeds to benefit the cats & kittens of AlleyCATS Alliance.

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PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $140,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: Spectacular 3 acre parcel owner financing. 250-558-7888

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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 Commercial Space for lease in Keremeos, Avail. July 1, Contact, (250)499-6167

Cottages / Cabins Vacation Rustic Retreat (weekly), private 300 ft lakefront, dock at waters edge, West Side Okanagan Lake. Full service cottage sleeps 4. 1-(250)938-1101

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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. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel, 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

Cars - Domestic 1979 Chev Corvette, 350, auto, black leather, 130,000kms, $1000’s spent, $10,500, 778476-2046

Cars - Sports & Imports 2006 Mercedes Smart car, convertible, 6 speed auto, 160,000kms, $3300, (250)4888959 2008 Toyota Matrix, blue ox tow bar, 4 mounted snow tires. 110,000 kms. Asking $12,000. Call 1-250-260-1007

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Recreational/Sale 1983 General Coach Citation Class C Motorhome, 23ft, 137,700kms, Ford 460, new batteries, tires good, work done on motor, runs well, a/c, sleeps 5, $6500 obo, 250-4984430 or 250-809-1182 2014 Surveyor 18’ Travel Trailer, fully loaded, sleeps 4, full size bath w/stand up shower unit, all LED lights, two 6 volt batteries, easy to pull, 3800lbs, asking $20,500 call to view, (250)490-8027

Boats 12ft aluminum boat with oars, seat, anchor, 2 motors, $3000obo, Dan (250)770-1949 1999 Larsen 18.5 Bowrider with 6 cylinder, V6, Merc cruiser inboard/outboard, good cond., just over 200 hrs, incl. covers & some access., $10,800, (250)495-4307 2000 Lund Sportsman SS 14’ 6”, Merc eng., 2cyl, 2 stroke, 30 HP ELPTO, 2 rod holders, paddles, 4 dock bumpers, consul steering, oil injection system, hull floatation, Bilge pump built in, cover sheet, flat carpeted decks + easy load trailer, very good cond., must be seen, (250)497-7114, Peach Cliff Estates

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PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen recognizes the significant value of volunteers, volunteer groups and agencies to the spiritual, educational, social, cultural, and physical well-being of the region. These non-profit organizations have the opportunity to apply for a Property Tax Exemption. The following criteria will determine eligibility. The applicant(s) must:

• Qualify for an exemption under the provisions of the Local Government Act, the general authority for property tax exemptions. (Sections 809 and 810); • Be in compliance with Regional District policies, plans, bylaws, and regulations (i.e. zoning); • Be a non-profit organization; • Not be in competition with for-profit business; • Provide services or programs that are compatible or complementary to those offered by the Regional District. • Provide a service that fulfills some basic need, or otherwise improves the quality of life for residents of the Regional District. • Not provide liquor or meal services as their primary function or source of revenue. • Not collect rent on a caretaker or other residence located on the property.

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Ribfest ready to dish up good times Dale Boyd

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Some of the best ribs in the country are coming to Okanagan Lake Park this weekend. The first ever Rotary Ribfest is set to overtake Penticton with the smell of ribs and the sound of music filling the air July 3-5, from 11 a.m. to 9

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