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Grad

Summerland Secondary’s Class of 2015 celebrated their graduation on Friday.

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Library update

S u m m e r l a n d ’s new library should be ready to open on schedule.

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Giddy up

Group of enthusiasts passionate about keeping the Summerland rodeo grounds alive

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Award season

Summerland Middle School students were honoured this week for a long list of their achievments

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Need for speed

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Giant’s Head Mountain was the scene of an international gathering last weekend as long board riders like Jeff Hooper of Toronto gathered on the mountain for three days of fun and competition at the Giant’s Head Freeride.

Revisions made to plan John Arendt Summerland’s Urban Growth Area will be back before the public later this month. At the municipal council meeting on June 22, council voted to rescind the second reading of the bylaw and replace it with an amended version. The biggest change to the amendment is in the area formerly designated for the Summerland Hills development. A portion of the land in the Summerland Hills area will be designated as agricultural and a smaller portion will be resource

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industrial. Most of the land will be designated as open land. The agricultural land in the amended growth plan generated the greatest amount of discussion among council members, with some asking why the land designated as agricultural could not be zoned as open land instead. The land in question is not within the Agricultural Land Reserve, said Mayor Peter Waterman. Ian McIntosh, director of development services for the municipality, said the agricultural designa-

tion met the legal requirements. Work on Summerland’s Urban Growth Strategy began in February, 2013, under the direction of the council of the day. A report was presented to council in December, 2013 and municipal staff prepared an amendment to the Official Community Plan, based on that report. The growth plan received considerable criticism and calls to preserve Summerland’s agricultural land. As a result, the boundaries of the Urban Growth

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Waterman said the amendments to the growth plan will bring some certainty to the area. He said a lack of certainty at present is affecting the development community, Coun. Erin Carlson urged the public to attend the upcoming hearing. Coun. Toni Boot said the agricultural designation is not the same as a zoning change. The second reading of the amended bylaw was carried with Coun. Erin Carlson opposed. The bylaw will go to a public hearing on Monday, July 27.

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Grad is a valued summer tradition Last Friday morning I had the opportunity to attend an annual rite of passage in our community – the Summerland Secondary School graduation of the Class of 2015. Grad provides an impressive snapshot of Summerland every June when more than 1,000 people from toddlers to grandparents gather at the arena to cheer on the youth of our community as they transition to an adult world. As the 95 graduates came forward to accept their diplomas from Principal Chris Vanbergeyk, the audience learned something about each student. We were told what they enjoyed about high school, who had inspired them and where they are going in the next

Chamber Corner

Christine Petkau phase of life. Future careers mentioned were engineer, lawyer, animator, electrician, welder, veterinarian, nurse, foreign aid worker, tattoo artist, early education specialist, historian, winery owner, air conditioning, business administration, culinary arts, and scholar, as well as many others. Students expressed their appreciation to their families but just

as often they mentioned their teachers. We have a dedicated and talented teaching group at SSS (as well as at our elementary and middle schools) and this means a great deal to all our local students. It’s also important when we are promoting our community as a great place to live. School District 67 Board Chair, Linda Van Alphen, mentioned that SSS has all the advantages of a private school education within the public system offering small classes and individualized attention. Once diplomas were handed out, it was time for bursaries and scholarships. Summerland is often recognized in the valley as being the community who gives the most per graduate of any school. This year

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was no exception with awards totaling approx. $86,000 being given out – some for academic excellence and others based on community participation, athletic achievement or future goals. Graduates will find those funds helpful as they pursue the next chapter in their lives. The graduates, families and friends, teachers, administrators, dignitaries, award presenters and community members who were present today are a representation of what makes Summerland a wonderful place to grow up in and to live. The town will be in good hands with these amazing young people leading us in the future. We always appreciate your feedback. Please contact me at cpetkau@summerlandchamber.com or our chamber president, Kelly Marshall, at president@summerlandchamber.com. Christine Petkau is the manager of the Summerland Chamber of Commerce.

Christine Petkau poses with Taylor Arkesteyn, Chamber of Commerce bursary recipient, who is going on to Thompson Rivers University to study Business Administration.

Fired drug researchers press for answers Tom Fletcher Black Press Premier Christy Clark says an independent inquiry into the firing of eight health ministry contractors may be too long and costly, but the public deserves answers in the longrunning controversy “in a very timely and cost-effective way.” The B.C. Liberal government has been on the defensive since the abrupt dismissal in 2012 of university researchers assessing drugs for eligibility under the province’s Pharmacare program. One fired contractor committed suicide, another is suing the government for wrongful dismissal and the remainder have been paid settlements and reinstated. An independent review by labour lawyer Marcia McNeil last year failed to determine who made key decisions and why. McNeil said restricted terms of her review and a lack of documents showing the sequence of decisions left her unable to determine accountability. The health ministry initially said a confidential database of B.C. patients who had taken various drugs had been misused, and some of the researchers appeared to have conflicts of interest.

Premier Christy Clark is downplaying the possibility of a inquiry into the firing of drug researchers in 2012.

After Clark downplayed the suggestion of a public inquiry in Vancouver this week, NDP leader John Horgan said her actions indicate the government has something to hide. “We need to be able to compel testimony,” Horgan said. “We need to ensure that we’re protecting those public servants who might have something to say about this process.” The affected employees released an open letter to Health Minister Terry Lake this

week, calling for an inquiry that covers the legal costs of everyone affected. They said the program to assess the safety and effectiveness of prescription drugs has saved B.C. more than $100 million over the past 20 years. Horgan said the opposition will continue its campaign for answers when the B.C. legislature convenes July 13 to consider a development agreement for a liquefied natural gas export facility at Prince Rupert.

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Library on schedule for August John Arendt The new Summerland library branch is scheduled to open in August this year as crews continue to work on the construction of the facility. Marla O’Brien, public relations and fundraising manager with the Okanagan Regional Library, said the work on the building is pro-

gressing on schedule. Once the building is completed, the library will move its materials from the existing building on Wharton Street to the new building. The new building has received support from the Friends of the Summerland Library as well as support through individual bequests. The new branch, on Main Street, has a size of 743 square metres,

more than twice the size of the existing library branch. The present branch is 316 square metres. It was built in 1981 and the need for a larger facility has been discussed for many years. The Okanagan Regional Library is paying the costs of the new library. The budget for the building was set at $3.2 million, including land.

Landfill contract awarded John Arendt

A contractor has been selected to operate the Summerland landfill for the next four years. Cantex-Okanagan Construction Ltd. was awarded the contract at the June 22 municipal council meeting. The cost of the service is $193,582 for the first year, rising to $230,728 in the fourth year of the contract.

This amount is significantly higher than the previous landfill contract. To accommodate anticipated increases to the costs of landfill services, the budget was increased from $102,352 to $122,822, a report to council from director of engineering and public works Don Darling and chief administrative officer Linda Tynan states. Even with the

additional funds, the shortfall is $70,760 in the first year of the new contract. To cover this shortfall, a portion of the funds received from Multi Material B.C. will be put towards landfill costs. MMBC is expected to pay the municipality $180,000 for recycling services this year. Municipal staff will also complete a review of the landfill operations and the

Funding given to Summerland The municipality has received almost $300,000 from the province in the form of traffic fine revenue and a Small Community grant. The traffic fine revenue amount is $40,736 while the Small Community grant is $249,154. “These grants allow local governments to focus on the public safety projects that are most important to them,” Penticton MLA Dan Ashton said. “They also reflect one of our government’s top priorities — working toward safer communities.” Penticton and Peachland also received traffic fine revenue fund-

ing. Peachland was also given a Small Community grant, while the Regional District of OkanaganSimilkameen received a Regional District grant. These grants are the second of two annual payments. The first was made in March. Since 2009, the Small Community, Regional District and Traffic Fine Revenue Sharing grants have provided more than $792 million in funding across the province. The latest payments are almost $75.2 million, with $1,069,840 distributed to communities in the region.

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EDITORIAL Summer of freedom Once, again, it’s graduation season. The focus now is on our newly minted graduates from Summerland Secondary, but students of all ages — ranging from elementary, middle and high schools to colleges and universities — are closing one chapter in their lives and starting out on a new adventure. But especially for the graduating Summerland Secondary students, last week’s ceremony is likely the biggest milestone in their young lives, and the moments that got them to this point shouldn’t be discounted. Earning that Dogwood represents years of hard work and dedication to get to this point: the tests, the homework, the projects, the classes, the early start times and the occasional sleepless night. For some, that next step means entering the workforce, hopefully in a field of their choice. For others, it is another step along their educational journey; entering college or university. But for all, it’s a time of transition and opportunity. This milestone is also a memory to treasure for their families. They will have seen their loved one complete the cycle — from kindergarten through junior high and then high school and finally finishing college. Cameras snapped, parents applauded and valedictorians told students that today is the first day, not only of the rest of their lives, but of their “real” lives. We congratulate them — and their families — on getting to this day, and wish them all well. For high school grads, it also marks the start of a summer of celebration, freedom and joy, whether it’s at a dry grad, at an unsanctioned event, or just a group of friends getting together for one of the many summer parties to come. Just be sure to do so responsibly. Abusing drugs or alcohol, or worse, ending up a statistic on the RCMP blotter is no way commemorate those years of hard work.

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B.C. still the Wild West for elections

VICTORIA – 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. H a r p e r PA C 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

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Tom Fletcher 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 PAC-style 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 pro-Conservative ads. Engage Canada’s latest ad plays on the union movement’s cherished “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 repeated-

ly struck down efforts to restrict third-party spending in the socalled “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 million-dollar 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 Leon-

ard 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 legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca.

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THE EARLY YEARS

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d e n t a l work done recently and my teeth are still sensitive is that Dr. Cindee Melashenko normal? How long before everything feels normal again?

A Where is everybody?

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This summer Sunoka Beach is going to be a lot busier than it was when this photo was taken. So will the highway. We’re not sure of the date on this one, but the dirt road, lack of telephone poles, and one vintage vehicle (barely visible with a magnifying glass) would suggest the 1920s. With this summer’s temperatures reaching record highs Sunoka will definitely not resemble this empty stretch of sand and water as the crowds hit the beaches in search of the cool, refreshing waters of Okanagan Lake.

Club members dedicated to promoting Summerland Dear Editor: Regarding your story in the June 18 Summerland Review, what an interesting story of the Jolly Boys Club and their dedication and involvement to contribute and encourage promotion of our town of Summerland. Theirs was a belief that Summerland had much to offer and their projects would indeed pro-

vide opportunity and reasons for tourists to come and enjoy Summerland. I would like to add a bit more history to the story which Mr. McIntosh related regarding the road up Giant’s Head Mountain. Mr. Don Agur, a local businessman and entrepreneur, was contracted to build the road up Giant’s Head Mountain.

Fortunately, Mr. Pat Bruce and his wife Rose and family, who had moved to Summerland in 1953, worked for Mr. Agur. Pat had many years of experience operating caterpillars, building logging roads throughout this area, and this was to be his legacy of road building ability; to construct a road up Giant’s Head Mountain.

The mountain was partially walked by both Don and Pat with Don’s confidence in Pat’s knowledge and ability. The road building up Giant’s Head Mountain was pretty much left to Pat’s discretion as to grade and location. A legacy has indeed been left by this outstanding catskinner and his abilities to give us today

a safe and travel worthy road to access the beautiful views that we, the citizens of Summerland and tourists alike, can enjoy forever. Thank you, Mr. Pat Bruce and thank you, Mr. Al McIntosh for sharing your story and bringing to light the dedication of Summerlanders of the past. Gordon Dunsdon Summerland

Think before marking your ballot

Dear Editor: The man who wants to be Prime Minister of Canada is making a lot of blunders in public. He says that his child care plan will pay out one million $15 per day in child care spaces over 10 years yet in reality if he would review his notes, that NDP child care plan is over eight years. He says that the present corporation tax rate is between 12 and 13 per cent, yet in reality it is at 15 per cent. He proposes to raise the rate in the range of 18 to 19 per cent.

It is amazing of how a lot of Canadian taxpayers are wanting change and thinking of Thomas Mulcair to be that change without ever thinking of the consequences of that thought. Many taxpayers work for corporations and if Thomas Mulcair is successful at becoming Prime Minister, many taxpayers will be heading to the unemployment office to make a claim for employment insurance. The reason for this is that if the corporation tax goes up, the corporation has to find other means to cover for this increase. That would mean a immediate decrease in labour costs

which equates to a layoff slip. Voting for a change to put yourselves out of work. You call that smart thinking? Once laid off, is Thomas Mulcair going to find you another job? Remember there are always two sides to the ledger. Think before marking your voting ballot. Remember there is no such thing as a perfect world which is why the facts and reality is that you cannot have your cake and eat it too. Joe Sawchuk Duncan

is not uncommon for your teeth to be sensitive following dental work. The fact is that your teeth were “traumatized” during the treatment and require some time to heal. The good news is that 89% of teeth that are treated will eventually settle down. This can take anywhere from 2-90 days. Most patients are sensitive for about 2 weeks, but it is usually a mild sensitivity. I recommend chewing softer foods or avoiding chewing on your sensitive teeth for at least a few days. Teeth are often more sensitive to cold, so the use a straw will help a refreshing liquid bypass your teeth. In some cases, the sensitivity continues because the fillings do not fit into your bite very well. This can mean a followup appointment to fine tune the bite. If you are experiencing severe pain (7/10 or more), are waking up at night, or you are constantly take pain medication, your tooth may need a root canal. Take some Advil and give it a few days to see if the pain is getting better. Most teeth will heal given time. Patience is a virtue!

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Home is where you choose to make it When I was 8 years old I told my dad I was moving to Canada. B.C. to be precise. That may sound like a strange dream for a child but we were watching footage of the Rocky Mountaineer cruising through the Rocky Mountains and that was it, I was hooked. Fast forward, ahem, 25 years and I made it, not quite to the Rockies but close enough for this English girl. The road to Summerland has not

always been smooth, we have had our fair share of stresses and emotional upheavals but I wouldn’t change it for the world. I am lucky to call this little slice of paradise my home, to be part of a strong community and to be able raise my kids in a safe environment. That doesn’t mean I haven’t been homesick at times, reminiscing and pining for the places and flavours of my youth. On our last return trip to England however I realised that I didn’t

consider myself English any more, I barely recognised streets that I had grown up on. The rosy tinted memories of my childhood were replaced with stark images of a very different place than the one I remember. When I was there I longed for home, for Summerland. The final nail in the coffin of my “Englishness” came last fall when we made the ultimate plunge and became citizens. Becoming a Canadian is not an easy process, we had to

It’s a people problem Dear Editor: 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

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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 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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• 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.

Application forms are available online at www.rdos.bc.ca. Or at the RDOS office, 101 Martin Street, Penticton, BC. The deadline for submitting completed application forms including supporting documentation is JULY 31, 2015. Successful applicants may be asked to publicly acknowledge the exemption. If you require further information, assistance completing your application or wish to view the Property Tax Exemption Policy, please call Michelle Sideroff, Finance Department at 250-490-4227 or email at msideroff@rdos.bc.ca.

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Adele Meadow really want it and we had to write a test to prove it. During our revision stage, my poor husband, who is not a book nerd,

was forced to endure hours of listening to me recite from book after book. I learned so much about Canada, which made me love it even more and it was fun grilling our Canadian friends to see how much they really knew about where they were born. My favourite books ended up being aimed at children but they were fascinating. Our top picks included “Only in Canada” by Vivien Bowers, “The Big Book of Canada” by Christopher Moore and “Famous Dead

Canadians” by Joanne Stanbridge. I have to admit I haven’t embraced all things Canadian, I don’t drink coffee, I don’t care for doughnuts and the smell of peanut butter makes me nauseous! One of the first things I did when we arrived over 10 years ago was to get a library card. A dedicated book nerd, I couldn’t imagine not having access to thousands of books any time I wanted them. Almost at once I realised something else Canadian that

was an acquired taste, Canadian authors. After sampling a few I realised that the quirkiness and individuality I relished in the people surrounding me very definitely translated onto the page, to be honest I found it all a bit weird! I may never be a dedicated Margaret Atwood fan or Douglas Coupland groupie but I now appreciate the uniqueness of these writers who encapsulate the wonderful diversity that makes Canada what it is.

Critteraid thankful for community support Dear Editor: With the 33rd annual Action Festival, Critteraid is immensely proud to be a part of the Action Festival Parade with the Mutt Strut. It is an opportunity that allows us to raise some money for the animals in our care. The Mutt Strut also showcases the humanity of individuals and affords us the chance to walk the walk with our best friends. And believe me, the dogs love being able to parade watchers. This baseball tournament literally brings in hundreds of people to our town and we are excited to be able to watch these high calibre games and cheer on our favourite teams. We just couldn’t do any of this without

the support of the strutters who take those forms out to all their family, friends and colleagues. Those pledges see to it that we get veterinary bills paid and good quality food purchased for the animals in our care. This is our first year of taking over this event and we are so thrilled with the positive feedback we’ve been getting. Thank you to all the pledgers and supporters. Thank you to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 22 for their huge donation to strutter Lorraine Harris. And particular thanks to all the Action Festival volunteers and our resilient and delegated Critteraid volunteers. Jacenda Byer, Marion Munch Critteraid directors, Summerland

Government scientists shouldn’t be muzzled Dear Editor: I hope everyone was disgusted as I was when reading a recent letter from Harvey Quamme regarding the treatment of research scientists at the Pacific Agriculture Research Centre in Summerland. To require written permission to talk to the public or attend meetings? What non-

sense. Our money supports PARC and all the scientists. Our economic health is aided by their work. There was and should be a free flow of information to the public. Even worse, the muzzling of scientists on the federal payroll is now common practice. Valuable information is being kept private, available

perhaps through Freedom of Information queries or from other countries. It’s absurd. It’s demeaning. It’s anti-progress and undemocratic. Does MP Dan Albas know the reason for this stupid government policy?

Senate is broken

Dear Editor: The contention that the Canadian Senate’s sense of entitlement is out of control is an understatement. The senate has a simple mandate, to give sober second thought to any legislation that is considered by the government of the day. Without the authority to introduce, amend, rescind, adopt or even stop legislation from becoming law, the senate is almost irrelevant and that is probably why the senate was neutered before it was

adopted. The recent Supreme Court ruling that we cannot reform the senate is pure nonsense. The Canadian constitution is not a constitution adopted by the people by means of a binding national referendum, it is in fact nothing more and nothing less than another act of the federal Parliament that can be amended by the government of the day. Andy Thomsen Peachland

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Cooling it down Dear Editor: I attended the Sunday farmers market and it was hot. This summer is forecast to be warmer than normal, so I suggest we start the Sunday market earlier. Can we try 9 a.m.? Then those that need to avoid the heat can attend. Lance Valcourt Penticton

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Members of the SRGEDC took part in the Action Festival parade earlier this year. including director Jessica McDiarmid, vice-president John Gardner and director Karen Grosch. Carrying the banner are president Gwen Shaw and secretary Sheral Marten. Also riding along with the group is Kennedy Smith, being led by her dad, Derrick Smith. Carla McLeod Summerland Review

Small group makes a big difference Carla McLeod Special to the Review The passion of a group dedicated to promoting the Summerland Rodeo Grounds more than makes up for their lack of numbers. “We are literally a handful of people out there, sweating away,” said Gwen Shaw, president of the Summerland Rodeo Grounds Equine Development Committee (SRGEDC). “We just love the rodeo grounds.” The SRGEDC, a registered charity, is made up of a very small group of volunteers. While their passion for horses unites them, they are motivated by their love for Summerland and the rodeo grounds. Their mission is to promote, improve and maintain the grounds and help make it a viable enterprise for the city. “Summerland Rodeo Grounds is an excellent place, not only for the equine community, but just for the community in general to have,” said Sheral Marten, the committee’s secretary. “We wanted our kids to have something to do,” explained Karen Grosch, one of the directors. “It’s a safe rewarding thing

to do and even to have the kids involved in volunteering was nice, so they learn early the rewards of volunteering.” Since its beginning in 2007, SRGEDC have shown their commitment to the Rodeo grounds through successful fundraising events, including the horse shows that they host. They have worked with various community groups to partner in development and in 2013 they built new stalls at the grounds. Even though dubbed “Rodeo grounds” it turns out that the ground in the arena is not even adequate or suitable for such events as a rodeo or barrel racing. “It’s too hard on the horse’s feet and legs,” said Grosch. Shaw further explained that to have horses run on the existing ground, puts the horses’ health at risk and could cripple them. As a result many groups have no interest in using the Summerland Rodeo grounds. It is for this reason that the SRGEDC has been working hand in hand with the city, to jointly fund the redoing of the footings in the main arena. SRGEDC is currently doing further research into the

best sand to use. “Some sand will get compacted and hard, other sand will keep soft,” Shaw explained. “We’re trying to find that happy medium that will please both the western riders and the English riders.” The footings improvement project and the installation of new kitchen equipment, that SRGEDC has already purchased and some landscaping behind the clubhouse, are all scheduled to be done over the next year. “Our long term goal is to have a covered arena,” said Shaw. “It would open up yearlong riding. Then we’d get the bookings! Can you imagine what that would bring to Summerland financially?” “In the winter you’d be surprised at how many people can’t ride,” said Grosch. “If you had a cover so the ground was not frozen or slippery and no snow or ice … people would pay a fee to go riding there.” The possibility of using the arena for fairs or markets would also open up, so Shaw dreams about getting one or two good investors involved to help achieve this goal. The SRGEDC is always in need of more volunteers. “You don’t need to

know anything about a horse to volunteer,” said Marten. “We need volunteers who know how to build things, prepare food, run the concessions, how to landscape…tons of stuff!” In the meantime this small band of volunteers plans on continuing to get the word out about the Rodeo grounds. “We’re forever handing out pamphlets…and that comes out of our own budget,” said Grosch. “In the long run it benefits the city of Summerland, the city financially and the community because they have a place to go.” The Rodeo grounds has also been used for the Blue Grass festival, sporting events and private functions such as weddings and family reunions. “Absolutely everything we do, is to benefit the grounds, which in turn generates more income for them (the city)”, concluded Shaw. If you would like to contribute to the fundraising efforts of this dedicated group, plan on attending their upcoming fundraiser, The Summerland Stomp. This country and western dance will feature a live band, a saloon served

by the Kinsmen and a 50/50 draw. It will be held at the Rodeo grounds on Satur-

day, July 11 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the Country Corner and at Sweetgrass

in Kaleden. For more information contact the Red Barn Ranch at 250-494-8198.

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NOTICE OF LEASE In accordance with section 26 of the Community Charter, the District of Summerland gives notice that it intends to lease the approximately 4047 square metre portion of the land legally described as Lot A, Plan 6866, DL 474, ODYD, Lease Portion, shown outlined in thick black on the sketch plan below, to Rosa Pagliocchini, for a term of 5 years, beginning on July 1, 2015 and ending on June 30, 2020, for an annual rent of $120, plus all property taxes, parcel taxes, and irrigation charges. The land will be used exclusively for planting, maintaining and harvesting crops grown thereon.

PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS TO BE REMOVED FROM MUNICIPAL PROPERTY The District of Summerland gives notice to the owners of those items currently stored, abandoned, or otherwise left on the District-owned property located at 3801 Paradise Road that the District requires removal of all items no later than July 15, 2015. Individuals are required to provide the District with proof of ownership prior to removal, and may be required to sign a statutory declaration confirming ownership of each item removed. Any items left on the subject property after July 15, 2015, may be removed, sold, or otherwise disposed of by the District without further notice. Individuals are asked to contact Jeremy Denegar, Director of Corporate Services, by telephone at 250-4044046 or email at jdenegar@summerland.ca to arrange for entry on the subject property in order to carry out such removal. All removal is to be carried out at the expense of and at the sole risk of the owner of the item.

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Middle School students receive awards

Students at Summerland Middle School received awards for outstanding achievement on Thursday morning.

Crest of the Wave

Hayley Kruger, Silvie Cormillot, Delaney Sorensen, Nina Tolnai, Bremah Wahl, Jayden Thurlin, Jordyn Birds, Monique Maaske, Tessa Nesdoly, Bailey Burdick, Matea Schmidt, Louisa Steigenberger, Natalie Benoit, Paulina Steinberg, Olivia Dunley-Owen, Chloe Jones, Chelsea Robinson, Faith Fraser, Liam Trewhitt.

Wave Athletic Award

Brinay Burdick, Lexi Corday, Patrick Geertz, Vanessa Herman, Ella Hiebert, Sarah Paul, Caitlyn Riddle, William Rodriguez, Averi Boerboom, Emily

Walton, Alexandra Webb, Connor Berrisford, Holden Berrisford, Matthew Bird, Laska Hughes, Logan Bubar, Dawson Burdick, Keagan Ingram, Braeden Switzer, Olivia Harrold, Navi Hughes, Gavin Maslowski, Paige Russill, Delaney Sorensen, Nicholas Bidwell, Karrah Roelfsema, Luke Usher, Koen Buckingham, Mereno Coco, Rowan Knowles, Savanna Switzer, Bailey Burdick, Simon Paul, Dakota Soutar-Romo, Louisa Steigenberger, Natalie Benoit, Avery Mckelvey, Dustin Frostad, Navjot Saran.

Fine Arts Award

Matea Schmidt, Louisa Steigenberger, Tiana Ferlizza, Benjamin Geertz, Ivy Hiebert, Emma Redding-Noel, Olivia Dunley-Owen, Meadow Fraser, Mal-

Keep Minds active with play Playful children are happier, better adjusted, more co-operative, and more popular with their peers than those who play less. ‘Children play longer when a wide variety of toys is available. Playful children are more physically active, creative, humorous, imaginative, emotionally expressive, curious and communicative’. -- Jerome Singer. 1994. Imaginative play and adaptive development.”Let’s think of school like a gym. In a gym, we train our bodies to do certain tasks, like pull-ups, so that later on, if we’re out rock climbing, we’ll have developed the strength to do it well.Now that school’s out for a couple of months (or the gym is closed, so to speak) it’s important to keep kids’ minds active through play. Television or the Internet are easy ways to keep someone entertained for a short time but all the imagining is done already and every show comes to and end. Play, on the other hand, is interactive, imaginative, healthy and self sustaining.Pharmasave Summerland is pleased to offer an enormous variety of quality Melissa and Doug toys, puzzles, crafts, art supplies and activity pads to help keep kids occupied while exercising their minds and stretching their mental and physical muscles.Bring this article in to Pharmasave Summerland and receive 30% off any Melissa and Doug product*.Through play, kids are better prepared to learn all the new things they’ll be presented with in school this fall and they just might have some fun this summer too. - Dan Cassidy, Nutritional Product advisor.

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Applied Skills Award

Matea Schmidt, Louisa Steigenberger, Katarina Sterk, Calum Bird, Benjamin Geertz, Emma Redding-Noel, Paulina Steinberg, Chloe Jones, Haley Michaud, Hannah Mistal, Chelsea Robinson.

Effort Roll Excellence

The Effort Role Excellence Award is given for all three terms. Connor Berrisford, Holden Berrisford, Matthew Bird, Averi Boerboom, Brinay Burdick, Lexi Corday, Juslene Curry, Emma-Jane De Mitri, Emma Draken. Faith Henrichsen, Vanessa Herman, Ella Hiebert, McKenzie Howells, Laska Hughes, Emily Koopmans, Abbie Mistal, Keeva Patterson, Caitlyn Riddle, Hillary Robertson, Kiara Sandrelli, Navjot Saran, Jaina Stockmann, Daphne Susheski, Jessica Thiede, Audrey Thomas-Despins, Sabrina Vogel, Daelyn Wagner, Emily Walton, Alexandra Webb, Caitlin Wiebe, Sage Beddome, Mary Benoit, Annika Carlson, Silvie Cormillot, Delayne Cupples, Olivia Harrold, Brooke Jenner, Rowan Knowles, Monique Maaske, Jacqueline Mansiere, Tessa Nesdoly, Reilly Noble, Brooklyn Parliament, Darion Pescada, Kayla Rogall, Paige Russill,

Top award

Louisa Steigenberger was the recipient of the S.A. MacDonald Award at Summerland Middle School. This is the school’s top award. Students in Grades 6 to 8 received awards on Thursday morning.

Devyn Slade, Leonie Steigenberger, Matthew Stott, Ryan Taylor, Nina Tolnai, Katie Van Bergeyk, Bremah Wahl, Bailey Burdick, Gurlene Curry, Matea Schmidt, Louisa Steigenberger, Katarina Sterk, Brooklyn Stern, Oliver Ware, Haleigh Bach, Natalie Benoit, Rachel Berekoff, Kin-

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Academic Excellence

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Healthy living was focus of fair On Friday, June 12, the 2015 hearts@ school health fair ran in its 13th year. Held at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Grade 6 students participated in a day of learning while partaking in various events, dedicated to educating them on the importance of healthy living. Approximately 430 students and many leadership students from Sum-

merland Secondary School were involved. Students attended various booths, each with its individual message: Sun Sense (sun safety), Get Movin’ (exercise), Butt Out (tobaccoprevention), Chill (stress-management), Ready… Set…Goals (goalsetting) and Eat Right (healthy food choices). Trivia Games, the other educational station,

was a game show style format, quizzing the students on the information they had learned earlier in the day. These stations were led by volunteers and students from the communities of Summerland and Penticton, as well as day camp leaders from the City of Penticton. The students also attended three physical activity stations of their choice

including tae kwon do (Valleywide Tae Kwon Do), judo (Penticton Judo Club), jujitsu (GOES Jiu Jitsu), golf (Summerland Golf and Country Club), jazz dance, musical theatre, soccer and speedminton (led by leadership students, and yoga (Tammy Semple, Lotus Buds Kids Yoga). Also offered were belly dancing (Get Bent), zumba (Just Zumba Fitness),

boot camp (Oranj Fitness), dryland training (KISU Swim Club) and first aid (St. John’s Ambulance). Many of these businesses are very dedicated and continue to volunteer year after year. Some have been involved since 2003. Hearts@school originated in 2003 by nurse-educator Carol Stathers and the Pen-

ticton Community Centre’s Bob Pope. This year, the majority of the planning was done by UBC Okanagan student Melissa Stathers who has been involved for many years. The event began with the goal of teaching students the importance of a healthy lifestyle and has continued through the years

to introduce ways in which these individuals can be active within their communities. It also provides an opportunity to participate in activities they may not have had a chance to do so in the past. The event also received support from the Penticton Lions Club and the Summerland Kiwanis Club.

A Summerland woman will compete in the Miss B.C., Teen B.C. and Mrs. B.C. Pageant this weekend Emily Henderson, a student at University of British Columbia, will represent the community at the pageant. Henderson hopes to become a body image educator. She also is involved in acting and singing. The Miss B.C., Teen B.C. and Mrs. B.C. Pageant is a develop-

mental p r o g r a m f o r young women. Contestants receive Emily profess i o n a l Henderson training in public speaking, interview skills, media relations, modelling, manners, etiquette, leadership, self-esteem, health, fitness, nutrition,

assertiveness, motivational speaking and self defense. “These skills will help all the contestants, whether or nor they are chosen as the new Miss, Miss Teen or Mrs. B.C.,” said Darren Storsley, creator and producer of the pageant. The pageant will be held July 3 to 5 at the Chief Sepass Theatre in Fort Langley and will be televised on Shaw Television in fall.

Henderson competes in provincial pageant

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Swing For Kids Charity Golf Tournament

Annual fundraiser for the Agur Lake Camp Society.

All proceeds assist in the operation and enhance a barrier free wilderness camp for children and adults with special needs, along with their families/caregivers.

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Bike winners

Marion Christian, centre, manager of Sumac Ridge Estate Winery, presents cruiser bikes to Leonard Knight and Gwen Kessler. The bikes were given as part of the winery’s Ride to Conquer Cancer in-store contest. The bikes represent health and wellness and the winery’s commitment to the cause.

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Five receive Credit Union bursaries Five $1,000 bursaries were presented to students from three high schools. Recipients are members of the Summerland Credit Union and each bursary application is adjudicated based on volunteer work, financial need, the student’s personal contribution as well as the essay, the topic for which is different each year. The five students are Mia Smythe of Penticton Secondary School, Coral Russell of Mount Boucherie Secondary School, Abhishek Lekhi of Summerland Secondary School, Riley Ledoux of Summerland Secondary School and Makenzie Vandertoolen of Summerland Secondary School. Bursaries were presented at the Credit Union with board members, management, staff and parents in attendance.

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Members of the Rip Off Artists showed some of their work at the Summerland Art Gallery on Thursday evening. The Oliver and area artists have been working together since 2007, creating works based on famous works of art. From left are JoAnn Turner, Terry Irvine, Marion Trimble, Enid Baker and Russell Work.

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Wednesdays on the water back for summer season Wednesdays on the Water is back. In 2014, the Summerland Community Arts Council started a new community project to support local musicians in the area. Weekends on the Water, or W.O.W., is a music concert series held Wednesday nights at Spirit Square, Peach Orchard Beach from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This year W.O.W. will start on the night of July 8 and run every Wednesday until August 26. This event is free to the public (donations are welcome) and is sponsored by many Summerland businesses as each band is paid an honorarium for their time and talent. We have a variety of genres among our local talent including nights of jazz, bluegrass, folk,

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Carmen McDowell country, rock ‘n’ roll just to name a few. Check out our website or drop by the Arts Centre to find a list of this summer’s featured performing artists. Our opening night on July 8 will feature the Kettle Valley Brakemen. For those who’ve never seen one of their concerts, the Kettle Valley Brakemen are heritage entertainers and what they

do is unique. A Brakemen show is a series of brief stories and original songs about B.C.’s colourful steam rail history. The songs either complete or complement the stories. Each performance finishes with a couple of singalong numbers so audiences get a slice of B.C. rail history, a concert of folk/bluegrass music and the chance to participate. With tributes to the official railway doctor on the KVR and beloved characters like conductor Perley McPherson, our audiences will get KVR history set to a toe-tappin’ folkbluegrass beat. We encourage families to bring picnics, lawn chairs and blankets down to the beach to enjoy an evening of music. There is beach access, a playground

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Thursday Al-Anon offers help to families and friends of alcoholics. Summerland Serenity Group meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the United Church hall. Call 250-490-9272 for more information. Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers meet at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre on Thursday evenings. Beavers meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Cubs meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Scouts meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Venturers meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For details call Trent at 250494-1990. Carpet bowling at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre is held every Thursday at 10 a.m. and every Sunday at 1:15 p.m. Lyme Disease support group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. at Theo’s Restaurant in Penticton. Everyone welcome. Recreational volleyball for all. Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 10 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre. Contact Frank or Jane at 250494-4666. Summerland Caregiver Support Group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Summerland Health Centre lower conference room. For more information call Cindy at 250-404-7072. Summerland Horseshoe Club is looking for new members. Practices are held in Memorial Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Call Ron Moser at 250-494-0450. Summerland Material Girls Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from September to May at 9 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Cathy Patterson at 250-494-8274 or Annie Smirmaul at 250-4942286. Summerland TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday at 5:30 p.m., lower floor of Summerland Seniors Centre. Now is the time to get in shape for the coming bathing suit season. For info call Vicki at 250-494-5484. The Summerland

Multiple Sclerosis Group meets on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the MS office, 3373 Skaha Rd., Penticton. Everyone welcome. For more information call Sherry at 250-4936564.

Friday Bridge is played every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St. Phone 250-404-4562. Cribbage is played every Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. The 890 Wing of the South Okanagan Air Force Association of Canada have a gettogether every Friday night from 4 p.m. at the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. in Penticton. New members are welcome. For more information, phone Fred Monteith at 250-497-8490.

Saturday Charity bottle drive at Summerland IGA each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds from the collections will go to support the Summerland Food Bank and Critteraid. Saturday MidMonth Market and Vendor Showcase at Summerland United Church on, July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 12, Oct. 17, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 16 and Feb. 16. The markets run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds will go to the church’s refugee sponsorship of a Syrian family.

Sunday Summerland Sunday Market on Main Street, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy new vendors and attractions each week. Vintage Car Club, South Okanagan Chapter, meets the last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Youth Centre on Peach Orchard Road. Anyone interested in vintage cars (those 25 years or older) is invited to attend. For more information on the club phone 250-494-5473.

Monday Birthright, serving the South Okanagan, has Monday drop in from 10 a.m. to noon at 200 Bennett St. in Penticton. This weekly program provides light snacks

and an opportunity to build friendships, share life skills and participate in baby item swaps. Please contact Sandy Mikkelsen at 250-4924901 for more information. Dabber Bingo is played at the Senior Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St., every Monday at 1:30 p.m. 16 regular games, Lucky 7, Odd/Even, Bonanza. Everyone is welcome. License #832873. Men — Love to Sing? Okanagan Christian Men’s Choir. This nondenominational choir invites you to join us, have fun, sing unto the Lord and enjoy the fellowship of other singers. Mondays 7 to 9 p.m. at Summerland Baptist Church, Fireside Room. For more information contact Hans at 250-494-7127. The South Okanagan Orchid Society meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Shatford Centre in Penticton. The group meets September to June. For more information, contact Joan at 250-494-4293. The Summerland Crokinole Club meets Monday nights at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Summerland Seniors Centre. Contact Darlene at 250-494-9310.

Tuesday Dementia Caregiver Support Group — Are you providing care or support for someone dealing with Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Please join us at our Summerland meeting to explore how we can assist you. The meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland IOOF Hall, 9536 Main St. Call Laurie Myres at 250-493-8182 or email lmyres@alzheimerbc. org. M o t h e r- t o - m o t h e r breastfeeding support — the Penticton/ Summerland chapter of La Leche League Canada meets on the third and fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Please call 250-494-1894 or email pentictonlllc@ gmail.com for the location of the meeting. All mothers and babies are welcome. Find out more information visit www. lllc.ca. Penticton Concert Band practices Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members welcome. Intermediate to advanced players. Call Gerald at 250-8092087.

Quest Society of Summerland meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at 9700 Brown St. (Parkdale Place). For more information phone Marilyn Topham at 250-4946434 or Joan Lansdell at 778-476-0596. Email questsociety@shaw.ca. South Okanagan Genealogical Society is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Penticton Library Museum building. Contact Nola Reid at 250-492-0751. Summerland Farmers Market at Memorial Park, Wharton Street, every Tuesday from May to October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information call Paul at 250494-0540. Summerland Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Kiwanis Lodge on Quinpool at 6 p.m. New members are welcome. Contact Tom Jacques at 250494-4339. Summerland VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) members and friends meet the second Tuesday of the month at Parkdale Lounge. Tai chi at the Summerland Seniors’ Centre, Tuesdays at 9 a.m. for beginners, 10 a.m. for advanced, and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for beginner and intermediate. For more information call Nancy at 250494-8902. The Mental Wellness Centre, Summerland Branch, will be open the first, third and fourth Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon at the Summerland United Church. Inquiries welcome. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group joins the Penticton MS Group every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for a coffee social at the Cherry Lane Mall Food Court. Whist is played every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St.

Wednesday Be.Free, a 12-step Christ-centred recovery program that is not addiction specific, meets every Wednesday at Summerland Alliance Church at 7 p.m. For more information contact the SAC office at 250-494-9975 and ask to speak to Pastor Rick. Did you know Summerland has a Garden Club? Meetings are casual. Gardening experience varies. All gardeners are welcome. Meetings are

s the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Jan Carlson at 250-4945112 for more information. Summerland Art Club meets every Wednesday, September to June, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the lower level of the Summerland Library on Wharton Street. Painters of all levels are welcome. Workshops available. For information call Mary at 250494-5851. Summerland ATV Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland Library lower level. The club promotes responsible ridership including registration, insurance, safety certification and scheduled pleasure rides. Membership includes orchardists, farmers, ranchers and fun seekers of all ages including those with disabilities. Summerland Scribes, a group for creative writers passionately engaged in works of fiction, creative nonfiction and playwriting, meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Summerland Arts Centre, 9533 Main St. Call John at 250494-0460.

Upcoming Forty-year grad reunion for 1975 S u m m e r l a n d Secondary School graduates and teachers will be held at the Summerland Legion Friday, July 3 at 6 p.m. For more information, Facebook Chuck Harper or Sheila Talling. Monday, Wednesday and Friday of each week, Recope Society of Summerland offers medically supervised water therapy and land exercise programs helpful to clients with various medical conditions, such as joint replacements, stroke, back problems, arthritis, to name just a few. A medical referral is required. One-to-one dietitian and nurse appointments at Summerland Health Centre, 12815 Atkinson St., are available for people with diabetes or heart disease. The sessions can provide extra help with issues including learning about diabetes or heart health and how to manage the condition; understanding medication and starting or adjusting insulin; meter certification and how to use meter results; setting small,

www.summerlandreview.com 13 specific goals; tobacco dependence counselling and support in quitting; and solving problems with chronic conditions. To make an appointment call 250770-3530 or 1-800707-8550. SADI Drop-In Program Monday to Thursday 3 to 6 p.m. for students in Grades 6 to 12. Play pool, ping pong, chill out or chat. The Penticton Writers and Publishers announces the Clem Battye Legacy Award Contest, open to creative writers and poets

any age. Entries are limited to five doublespaced pages in Times New Roman font. Cost is $15 per entry (enter as often as you like with appropriate fee.) First prize winner in each category is $200 and publication in the upcoming anthology of Okanagan Writers. Mail entry or entries (cheque or money order) to PWAP Clem Battye Legacy Award Contest, 4011 Finnerty Rd., Penticton, B.C., V2A 8W2. Visit penwriters.com or phone Yasmin at 250-4920629 for details.

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Class of 2015 This group of students, top, in the annual Summerland Secondary grad parade chose to take the ride in comfort. Above, Hannah Wright and Abishek Lekhi were chosen by their peers to deliver the valedictory address at the graduation ceremonies. Left, Lekhi was also the recipient of the school’s top honour, the Verrier Award, being presented by principal Chris VanBergeyk.

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Summerland Secondary School’s 2015 graduating class celebrate the closing of ceremonies at Summerland Arena on June 26 with the traditional tossing of their mortarboards into the air. Tama Corday, below right, a Summerland Secondary teacher and alumnus, delivered an inspirational address to the students.

Summerland Secondary celebrates Class of 2015 John Arendt It was a time to reflect on high school and look ahead to the future as 95 graduating students from Summerland Secondary School received their diplomas on Friday. The graduation ceremony was held at the Summerland Arena. Trustee Linda Van Alphen said the graduates have received a good education at the high school.

“This high school provides an atmosphere that is as close as you can get to a private school setting in a public school,” she said. Tama Corday, a teacher at the high school and an alumnus of Summerland Secondary School, enccouraged the graduating students to believe in themselves as they move forward. “The light inside of you is more accurate than any Google

Map. To succeed, you must believe in yourselves,” she said. “You are ready. Go and change the world. It’s yours to make beautiful.” Va l e d i c t o r i a n s Hanna Wright and Abishek Lekhi echoed Corday’s message. “The world is now our playground,” Lekhi said. “The life that we live is going to be ours — and ours alone,” Wright added. In addition to

receiving their diplomas, students also received bursaries and scholarships from community organizations and foundations. Chris VanBergeyk, principal at the school, said these awards totalled more than $80,000. Others were also presented with offers of university and college scholarships, covering some or all of the costs of attending educational institutions.

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Parading through Summerland Arena, the 95 students of Summerland’s 2015 graduating class were all smiles as they accepted the cheers of parents, family and other well-wishers.

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The need for speed Long board riders came from across North America to take part in three days of downhill competition at the annual Giant’s Head Freeride. Riders included A.J. Nakanelua of Hawaii, right, and, above, Ewan Hadden of West Vancouver, all gathering for some thrills, chills and spills, below, on Summerland’s Mountain. Photos courtesy Mark Brett, Black Press

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On July 4, the Penticton Pistoleras will host Kelowna’s Sun City Sirens in Women’s Flat Track Roller Derby at the Summerland Arena. Organizers are calling the event the most exciting and adrenaline pumping action you’ll see in the Okanagan this summer. “Although we are calling it ‘Violence of the Jams’, roller derby is a family friendly event,” said organizers in a press release. Children 12 and under get in free and adult tickets cost $10 in advance or $12 at the door. “Your night will be complete with food from Summerland’s own Yaki’s pizza, a Bad Tattoo refreshment garden, and lots of Penticton Pistoleras swag so you can continue to show your support after the dust settles,” reads the release. Proceeds from the event will go to Agur Lake Resort in support of outdoor exploration for those with disabilities. Tickets can be purchased at Beauty Box in Summerland. First whistle is at 7 p.m. and doors at 6.

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June 24 The Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club played on June 24. First Flight: First low gross Carol Mulligan, 86; second low gross Linda Brussee and Vijai Vaagen, 91; first low net Marilyn Tamblyn, 74; second low net Wendi Archer, 77. Second Flight: First low gross Helen Benallick, 99; second low gross Pat Gartrell, 102; first low net Yvonne Stelzer, 78; second low net Julie Macaulay, 83. Third Flight: First low gross Norma Chambers, 107; first low net Barb Davis, 77.

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Results: Low gross Les Allen, 38. Low net Wayne Symes, Scotty Stephen 30. Closest to pin, Bob Webb.

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First Flight: Dwain Sandrelli, low net, 67; Alf Vaagen, second net, 70; Barry Wicker, third net, 71; John Lawrence, fourth net, 72. Second Flight: Don Michiel, low net, 68; Ron Unger, second net, 69; Heinz Burki, third net, 71; Dennis Glasscock, fourth net, 75. Third Flight: Wayne Statham, low net,

70; George Carswell, second net, 73; Stu Macaulay, third net, 74; Moe Mellow fourth net, 75. Dwain Sandrelli was the overall low net winner with a fine 5 under 67. Seven players shared the deuce pot.

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41st Parliament comes to an end Although it has been reported that the 41st Parliament is now dissolved, technically the house stands adjourned and is set to reconvene in September. However, as the election writ is expected to be dropped prior it is widely expected that this 41st Parliament will not sit again. The end of any legislative session is always a busy time in the scramble to see bills passed from the House of Commons to make it into the senate hopefully to make it through the upper chamber for royal assent. This was a process I went through with my private member’s bill C-311 on wine importation back in June of 2012 and was

also a process that my colleague MP Michael Chong went through late last week with his private member’s bill on democratic reform. As many may recall the Reform Act of 2014 is one I have supported in Parliament and referenced in a few previous MP reports. It is also a bill that has just received royal assent and is now law. I would like to thank the many citizens who took the time to communicate with me on that particular bill as well as others. On a similar theme this week I was also pleased to learn that the Province of Nova Scotia has now joined the “Free My Grapes” initiative

and will also now be allowing direct to consumer shipping of B.C. wine to citizens in Nova Scotia and conversely B.C. residents can order some of the excellent wines of Nova Scotia. It is rewarding that four Canadian provinces are now supporting the free trade of Canadian wine with potentially more to follow. On that note I would also like to recognize the B.C. government who continues to work towards the removal of inter-provincial trade barriers in support of our local economies. Near the conclusion of the 41st Parliament I had an opportunity to thank the many outgoing parliamentarians

and House of Commons staff who have worked very long hours away from family during the operations of the house over the past four years. On the same note I would also like to wish a happy retirement to Southern Interior Member of Parliament Alex Atamanenko. Atamanenko represented a large and diverse riding and has worked hard over the past nine years in Ottawa. I know that Atamanenko’s friendly demeanour and sincere advocacy on issues will be warmly remembered by many of his constituents. By the numbers the 41st Parliament was a productive one with the passing of

roughly 117 government bills, 44 other private bills and 30 motions from private members, all over the past four years. It has been reported that no other parliament in the past two decades has had as much legislation pass through the House of Commons. The past four years have also witnessed two different leaders of the official opposition due to the untimely passing of former NDP leader Jack Layton as well as two Liberal leaders, once an interim leader was replaced with Mr. Trudeau. This parliament was also described as one of the youngest when first elected and of course also the first with the NDP as the official opposition

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Dan Albas party as the Liberals were the third party in the house. In October of 2014 an armed assailant attacked the House of Common before being killed by security officers. This disturbing event was not actually the first of its kind. In 1966 an assailant blew himself up in a Centre Block bathroom while prepping a bomb. Overall the 41st Parliament has been through a number of events that has also included some all night sittings, extended hours, filibusters and of course

exchanges of colourful and at times interesting language. In roughly four months time Canadians will again head to the polls to elect Canada’s 42nd Parliament. What the composition and structure of that Parliament will be like is up for Canadians to decide and that is one of the true privileges of living in a democracy. With the house now adjourned I am available for meetings and welcome your phone calls. I can be reached via email at dan.albas@ parl.gc.ca or toll-free at 1-800-665-8711. Dan Albas is the Member of Parliament for Okanagan-Coquihalla and writes this weekly report for his constituents. His website is www.danalbas.com and has an archive of previous reports. Dan Albas is the MP for Okanagan Coquihalla.

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Home Improvements FULL SERVICE plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928

Landscaping Emerald Cedars: Direct from Okanagan Grower, acclimatized for this area. 4ft tall - 10 for $200. 5ft - 10 for $250. 6 ft 10 for $350. Delivery & planting available. Call George at Budget Nurseries 250-4982189.georgedemelo@mail.com

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

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

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TOWGOOD, JIM James G. Towgood passed away on June 21, 2015 at the Penticton Regional Hospital. Born in Summerland, in 1932, Jim Towgood was raised with his two brothers, Art and Rob (predeceased), on his familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s orchard in Trout Creek. He lived in his own wonderland of mountain trails, river canyons, and hot sandy beaches.Â As a youngster, one of his proudest achievements was that he was taught and trained for the Kelowna regatta by neighbour Eddie Lloyd, he came away with last in the freestyle (ageÂ category 16 yrs) but first in the 50 yd. backstroke in his proper age category (14 yrs ). During his last year in high school, Jim took a job as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Student Assistantâ&#x20AC;? in the plant pathology lab at the Summerland Experimental Farm where he isolated pathogenic fungi from diseased plant specimens sent to the lab from all over the Okanagan.Â Another proud achievement was that he played the starring role in the school play â&#x20AC;&#x153;Henry Aldrichâ&#x20AC;?. Jim completed his BA from UBC in 1954.Â Influenced by the highly respected entomologist, Jimmy Marshall,Â Jim returned to study that subject at the University of Western Ontario where he completed his MA thesis, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Inheritance of Dieldrin Resistance in Hylemya Antiguaâ&#x20AC;?Â (the onion maggot). Jim then went on to receive his teaching diploma from UBC,Â and taught high school science atÂ the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;North Peace Secondary Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Â in Fort St John.Â Later, under contract to CIDA, Jim taughtÂ the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cambridge Overseas Certificateâ&#x20AC;? program to senior students at Jamhuri High School in Nairobi, Kenya.Â During school breaks he climbed Mt Kilimanjaro to the highest point of Kibo (5,895 m or 19,341ft above sea level),Â and Mt Kenya to Point Lenana.Â Most of his school breaks were spent on the beaches north of Mombassa.Â Hunting with an underwater spear gun, Jim brought home quite a few large tilapia and one large barracuda. Returning to Canada,Â Jim taught high school in Kingston and was a regular volunteerÂ worker at CORK, (the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Canadian Olympic Sailing Regattaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;).Â He loved the water and considered his perfect adventure a seven day canoe trip down the Winisk River from Point Lake to James Bay.Â Jim eventually owned his own 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122; cruising sailboat in which he explored eastern Lake Ontario and the upperÂ St. Lawrence river.Â He also loved airplanes and frequentedÂ the Gananoque airport in Ontario where he finally became a licensed Solo Soaring Pilot flying in a Schweizer SGS 2-33 and (finally) the Pilatus B4 acrobatic glider. Quickly after retirement Jim moved back to Summerland, his home in the beautiful Okanagan Valley which it seems, was imprinted from birth in his nervous system. He loved the valley and its surroundings and lived his remaining years there with his companion,Â Karen Anton. Jim leaves to mourn Karen, her two children, Meghan (Brian), (Chilliwack), Dylan - (Summerland), his sister-in-law, Mary - (Tsawwassen), several nieces; Anne-Miguel & Emilia (Mexico), Jean and Elizabeth (Vancouver), Leanne & Lois (Summerland) and one nephew John-Hannah, Avabelle & Frida(Ucluelet, BC). Jim was loved dearly and will be remembered for his charming nature, his inspiring love of life and learning. A private family gathering will be held to celebrate Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life at a later date. Giantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head - by James G. Towgood Rocky massif, looming large, visage lofty, facing south,Â since time began, patient, silent; in heat and snow lording oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;er the scene below. Heat and turmoil formed the giant formed its vista to the south, chasm deep and river mouth. Sage and ponderosa, Balsa root and bunchy grass, beauty yes, but what is beauty in the end? Then came early man and things began. Methought I saw him frown, but no. Rock of time has no care, Giantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head has no hair.

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Merchandise for Sale

Painting & Decorating WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM

(1) 250-899-3163

3 Rooms For $299

Merchandise for Sale

Fruit & Vegetables

Misc. for Sale

Musical Instruments

Want to Rent

U-Pick strawberries, Summerland Strawberry Farm, 10002 Haddrell Ave. $1.55/lb. Phone 250-494-7373 for picking times.

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT or call 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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Mature responsible woman seeking safe, quiet, long-term, pet-friendly place to call home. Maximum rent $800/mo. Ref’s available. Call 250-460-2892.

2 Coats Any Colour

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

Merchandise for Sale

Appliances NEW & REBUILT APPLIANCES

HUGE SELECTION - LOWEST PRICES Rebuilt Appliances with Full Warranties

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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 $2,200DMG.Huge freezers. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Wanted:Will pay cash for construction equipment, backhoes, excavators, dozers, farm tractors w/loaders, skid steers, wheel loaders, screeners, low beds, any condition running or not. 250-260-0217.

STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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Auto Services

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Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Coins, Silver, Gold, Jewelry, Estates Chad: 250-499-0251 in town.

• Volkswagen, Audi & Import Repair Specialists

We pay cash! Bring in your unwanted jewelry, gold dental crowns, silverware, war medals, Canadian and US silver coins to Summerland Gold and Silver Exchange. 13209 Victoria Road. Locally owned and operated. 778-516-5888.

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QUALITY residential/commercial storage, Professional Wine Vaults, rates from $15.00/month 250-494-5444 • 9400 Cedar Ave. www.aaministoragewinecellar.com

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2015 KVSR UPDATE

r a d n e l a C Events... of

Thornhaven’s Music on the Mountain

– Heard it Through the Grapevine – July 4, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

UNCORKED

July 5, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

COD GONE WILD

Bring a picnic and enjoy the afternoon!

6816 Andrew Ave Summerland

Open 10 am - 5 pm May Through December or anytime by appointment. 250-494-7778 www.info@thornhaven.com

The 3716/Spirit of Summerland is back on the rails and ready to steam her way through her another season! We are operating on our Spring Schedule with train departures at 10:30 am & 1:30 pm Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. Enjoy the scenic beauty of Prairie Valley, live music and a trip onto the Trout Creek Bridge with stunning view of Okanagan Lake and the canyon below. We are proud to be stewards of our 100 year old steam locomotive and the only preserved section of the historic Kettle Valley Railway and invite you to share the nostalgia each brings to the Kettle Valley Steam Railway. There’s nothing else like it in the Okanagan Valley!

“All Aboard” for Events at the Kettle Valley Steam Railway

Reservations 250-494-8422 or Toll free 1-877-494-8424 Gorilla Tapes and Glues

We have them!

Huge selection to choose from!

9310 Jubilee Road 250-494-6921

STONEHOUSE RESTAURANT

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK LUNCH & DINNER • Fully Licenced • Children’s Menu available

14015 Rosedale Avenue 250-494-1105 www.ziasstonehouse.com

SUMMER SCHEDULE Train departs at 4pm

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday

(Prairie Valley Station is closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays)

Join us July 12 & 19th For a Great Train Robbery *Please note that the 1:30 pm regular runs on July 12th & July 19th are cancelled in lieu of Robbery events. Do something really unique this summer! Treat your family to a Wild West adventure with the Garnett Valley Gang at the Kettle Valley Steam Railway. This two hour ride offers passengers a chance to enjoy daring horsemanship, live music and a cast of colourful characters both on and off the train. You never know when the gang will ride out of the hills to “rob” you of your spare change! After this exciting ride – you’ll enjoy a delicious Baron of Beef/Chicken BBQ dinner back at the station. Reservations Required. Other upcoming Robbery Dates: August 2 @ 1:30 & 4 pm/August 16th & August 23rd @ 4 pm/September 6 @ 1:30 & 4 pm/September 20 @ 1:30 pm.

KETTLE VALLEY STEAM RAILWAY Ph. (250) 494-8422 • Toll Free: 1-877-494-8424

www.kettlevalleyrail.org

We are proud to support the KVSR

Bell, Jacoe & Company LAWYERS PATRICK BELL, JOSEPH JACOE, KATHRYN ROBINSON Summerland’s Longest Established Law Firm

www.bell-jacoe.com 13211 N. Victoria Rd • 250-494-6621

SUMMERLAND FARMERS MARKET

Come visit us at Memorial Park Kelly Ave. Downtown Summerland Every Tuesday April thru October 9 am till 1 pm Early Birds Welcome!

EAT LOCAL, EAT FRESH

Music on the Patio July 4 & 5th: 1pm

‘El Javi’ Flamenco Rock July 11th: 1pm Juno Award Winner - Julie

Masi

July 12th: 1pm

The Creeks Dirty Laundry Vineyard 7311 Fiske Street, tel: (250) 494 8815 www.dirtylaundry.ca

Open Daily

10:00 am-6:00pm

Where the locals shop! Open to serve you 7:30AM – 10PM 7 Days a Week! 13604 Victoria Road (In the Sungate Plaza)

250-494-8338

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