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The province has reopened the debate on a national park in the South Okanagan-Similkameen, albeit with some modiﬁcations. On Aug. 13, the B.C. government released an intentions paper and invited public feedback regarding protection options in the South Okanagan-Similkameen. The paper details policies related to three distinct areas in the region. The province is proposing a large area, west of Osoyoos and south of Highway 3 to the U.S., be considered by Parks Canada for inclusion in a South Okanagan National Park Reserve. Likewise, part of the White Lake basin and extending down past Willowbrook, west of Hwy. 97, is also being put forward for national park status. Between them, the two cover several protected areas, including the White Lake Grasslands, Spotted Lake, the Osoyoos Desert Centre and the South Okanagan Grasslands Protected Area sites of East and West Chopaka. A third area, covering west of Oliver towards Cawston, and north of Highway 3 to the southern border of the White Lake Grasslands, is being recommended as a conservancy under the B.C. Park Act. Gwen Barlee, policy director with the Wilderness Committee, is pleased the province is revisiting the national park concept. Parks Canada concluded its own feasibility study in 2011 and recommended the province adopt at a conceptual level the boundaries for a 284-square-kilometre park, but the federal agency shut down its work when the B.C. government walked

THE PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT is inviting public feedback on protection options for land in the South Okanagan-Similkameen and is proposing areas to be considered for a national park.

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away from the process in late 2011, giving lack of public support as the reason for withdrawing. “There are still many questions that need to be answered, and the park size is smaller than we’d like, but this development is a very positive step forward,” said Barlee in a press release. “We are thrilled to see that the Minister of Environment Mary Polak recognizes the incredible ecological importance of this region and that the provincial government is exploring ways

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It’s with mixed emotions Penticton Fire Chief Wayne Williams is leaving the job he loves and the people who have become his extended family. Now 55, Williams is retiring this December from the position he has held for the past decade and a career spanning 35 years. “I am going to miss it. I’m going to miss the guys and gals. I’m going to miss the members of the department because we are a big family,” he said. “It’s going to work and seeing everyone and sharing stories and responding to emergencies as a team. We spend a lot of time together and when your life depends on someone else it really is a different kind of family.” On the bright side? “I’m excited, my family’s excited. I’ll be spending more time with my wife and my daughter has two more years at Princess Margaret,” said Williams, who began his ﬁreﬁghting career as a volunteer in Chilliwack in 1980 while he was working at the local radio station. “My oldest daughter just got married in Squamish and we have an older son on the coast so we’re excited about seeing them more. “I’ll also be able to go to a Vees game and not worry about being called out and go to the Peach Fes-

tival parade watch, I’ve been in it every year since I came here.” He also plans to do some volunteer work which his position left him limited opportunity to do. Before moving to Penticton to take the job as deputy chief, Williams worked for 20 years at the Port Moody Fire Department. It was there he experienced what was to become the most memorable moment of his career which involved a blaze at the Port Moody Inn. “There was only four of us and we pulled up and there were people hanging out the second story of the hotel wanting to be rescued,” he recalled. “Myself and my partner, we grabbed a ladder and managed to rescue a bunch of people from the second story. “After that there was already another interior attack team going in and we got separated but I found someone in the hallway I managed to carry the person down the stairs and save them, however unfortunately there was a fatality. That was one I’ll always remember.” Locally it was the 2008 Hamlets arson fire which stands out the most in his mind. “That was a big fire and there were propane cylinders with fire impinging on them and we just had so many things working against us,” said Williams. “I was so impressed by our staff and how they worked on

that fire. They did a remarkable job to make sure it didn’t extend to the whole structure which it could have very easily. “It looked spectacular but it was also a good save.” At the time of the Hamlets call crews had just finished putting out another arson fire not far away. The same people were spotted at both and an investigation eventually resulted in a conviction. No one was injured. Since he started, the Penticton chief has witnessed a number of significant changes in training, equip-

ment and firefighting tactics. “For example, back then we didn’t have balaclavas or hoods, our ears were our tell tale sign, if our ears got too hot then it was time to get out,” said Williams. “I remember riding on the back of fire trucks, now you don’t do that any more you ride on the inside and you’re buckled in. “There are a lot of safety things now to protect firefighters but unfortunately we’re still losing firefighters. “You never know when it’s going to happen and you got to be ready for it.”

He feels one of the biggest challenges for any fire chief is not necessarily in the field but having to deal with the fiscal restraints dictated by elected officials. Overall he feels Penticton is in good shape when it comes to staffing, but admitted there are times when it keeps him awake at night. “I think that is part of the reason I’m ready to retire. I was deputy for four years and fire chief for the last 10 it does start to take its toll,” said Williams. “It’s time to take some of that stress off and get healthier and spend that time with my real family.”

PENTICTON FIRE CHIEF Wayne Williams (right) and Capt. Ken MacDonald at the 2008 fire at the Hamlets care and assisted living facility which was under construction at the time. The blaze was one of the more memorable events of Williams’ career in Penticton.

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for Electrical, Water and Sanitary Sewer. A copy of the presentation material will be available after August 24, 2015 on the City of Penticton website www.penticton.ca under the City Spotlight Banner. For additional information please contact Mitch Moroziuk, Director of Operations at (250) 490-2515. Fall/Winter Rec Guide The Recreation Penticton Fall/Winter Recreation Guide is on its way to Penticton mailboxes on Aug. 19 and is chocked full of fun new programs, helpful fitness tips and articles on what’s happening in the community. Visit www.penticton.ca/recguide to view the Recreation Guide online. Active members enjoy early registration starting Aug. 14 and discounts on programs – so this is a great time to become a member. To register by phone, call 250-490-2426. Those who prefer online registration can visit www.penticton. ca/e-reg.

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The Community Centre will also be closed on all statutory holidays. We apologize to all of our customers for the inconvenience. For questions or more information, call 250-490-2426 or visit www.penticton.ca/ recreation. Save water – reduce your use by 30% Due to the very dry conditions, the Government of B.C. has announced a Level 3 drought rating for the South Okanagan – which has the potential for serious impacts to the ecosystem and community. Residents are asked to reduce their water use by 30%: • If you normally water your lawn for one hour, only water for 40 minutes. • Decrease the frequency of when you water from 3 times a week to 2 times a week. • Avoid washing your car for a few weeks. Every drop counts! For more information, visit www.penticton.ca/water or call 4902560. Public Hearing Notice An application has been made for a Temporary Use Permit respecting Lot 1 and Lot 2, District Lot 1997S, Similkameen Division Yale District, Plan KAP72995 located at 1748 and 1802 Camrose Street, Penticton, B.C. The applicants are requesting a temporary use permit to operate a 270 space parking lot for Penticton Regional Hospital during the construction of the new Patient Care Tower.

hot day — a grassfire that flared up on Wednesday afternoon in Naramata was snuffed out thanks to the quick actions of neighbours. Residents first attacked the scene with shovels until the volunteer fire department arrived receiving assistance from the B.C. Wildfire Management Branch who dropped water from a helicopter to get control of the fire. the Penticton Fire department also responded to a fire on Wednesday on Reservoir Road quickly getting control of the flames. deputy fire chief dave Spalding said it is believed to be human caused.

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Council will consider this application at its Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at Penticton City Hall, 171 Main Street, Penticton. Any person whose interest may be affected by the proposed temporary use permit may appear in person, by petition or by attorney. Delegations and Submissions will be received no later than 9:30 a.m. on Monday, August 17, 2015 to Attention: Corporate Officer, City of Penticton, 171 Main Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5A9; Email: publichearings@penticton.ca. No letter, report or representation from the public will be received by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Please note that all submissions are a matter of public record. Those persons with special hearing, language or access needs should contact City Hall at 250-490-2400 prior to the meeting. The above mentioned permit and supporting information will be available for public inspection up to and including Monday, August 17, 2015 at the following locations during hours of operation: Development Services and Corporate Administration (City Hall,171 Main St.), Penticton Public Library (785 Main Street) and the Penticton Community Centre (325 Power St.); or online at www.penticton.ca/ publicnotice.

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The City of Penticton has a lot less money in its affordable housing reserve than people might expect. During a recent public hearing, a local developer stated he had paid $400,000 into the fund, but that turns out not to be the case. Colin Fisher, the city’s chief financial officer, says he isn’t sure where Tony Vant Geloof of Starline Enterprises got his figures from for the actual amount contributed to the city for their Athens Towers project. “The total amount was approximately $270,000, of which half went into the reserve for affordable housing in accordance with the policy and bylaw of the day,” said Fisher. “That amount plus one other minor contribution plus investment income makes up the $160K amount of the reserve.” Developers pay the

money to the city as a densification bonus, when their projects exceed a level of units that would put a higher strain on the city’s infrastructure in a small area. Those funds are split in two, with half going to the affordable housing fund, and half to the Amenity Contribution Capital Reserve Fund. That’s the fund the city drew on when they agreed to loan the PenMar Community Arts Society $125,000 to support their project to rehabilitate and repurpose the PenMar Theatre. Lynn Kelsey, who works with the South Okanagan Women in Need Society, raised concerns about affordable housing during the public hearing for Starline’s project. She’s disappointed to find the reserve only has $160,000 in it. Kelsey said she would like to see the full contribution going to the affordable housing reserve, and see it expanded so more developers

are contributing. “It’s an absolutely huge issue. It’s not just affordable, it is affordable and safe housing,” said Kelsey, adding that rents in Penticton are very high, which often forces people into a roommate situation that may not be safe, or they go into substandard housing where they are dealing with rodents and pests, poor insulation and other defects, meaning higher utility costs. “Or you will find a

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Mixed messages about drugs Considering the mixed messages our culture sends about the use and abuse of drugs, it’s no surprise to see the growing abuse of the narcotic pain reliever fentanyl, linked to a growing number of deaths. For instance, alcohol is easily available, and with the ongoing changes to liquor regulations, becoming more available all the time. But make no mistake, alcohol, in all its forms, from light beers to 190-proof grain alcohol, is a drug. It’s addictive, and can damage the brain, both in the short-term and over the longterm. Withdrawal can be painful and can lead to depression and suicide. Yet, alcohol use is accepted and even promoted in society, while marijuana has been so demonized that its medicinal effects are still under ﬁre. And like it or not, performance-enhancing drugs are common at all levels of professional sport. A recent CBC documentary made the point that professional football, as it is today, could not exist without painkillers. At that level, even common painkillers, let alone Oxycodone, becomes a performance-enhancing drug. Then there is sugar, perhaps the most easilyacquired drug of all. It’s so common that its addictive effects are rarely recognized. Bringing sugar into the conversation might be stretching the point, but it’s a good point: Society says that some drugs with bad effects are okay, and others are not. This isn’t an argument for the legalization of drugs, or their criminalization for that matter. WESTERN It’sPENTICTON a call for reason. Instead of trying to categorize drugs into good vs evil, let’s instead reinforce the message that anything, not used in moderation, can lead to ill effects. It’s a message that could be printed right on those boxes of sugary cereal sitting on the breakfast table.

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Political field lines up like Game of Thrones The possibilities are nearly endless when it comes to what topic I can express an opinion about to capture the attention of our readers and get them talking. Normally I use this space to inform people of something important in the Penticton or South Okanagan sporting world. It’s a change from the other strong topics my newsroom colleagues open your minds to. Instead I’m going to write about something that is bugging me. Sports is taking a backseat as I get something off my chest. Try and imagine getting through something you dislike for 11 weeks. Yes, 11 weeks. Ugggghhhh. It all comes to a halt on Oct. 19. Can you guess what it is? Any guesses? If you guessed the federal election, you would be correct. I just managed to survive the municipal election. I’m not sure how I’m going to deal with our Prime Minster … oops, sorry, I mean Prime Minister Stephen Harper doing and saying what he can to fend off New Democrat Party leader

Emanuel Sequeira From the sidelines Thomas Mulcair, Liberal leader Justin Trudeau and Elizabeth May of the Green Party. In our weekly web poll, 81 per cent of our readers voted that time frame is too long for a federal campaign. I recently joked with reporter Dale Boyd that this election could be like HBO’s hit show Game of Thrones. If you are unfamiliar with it, the show is an adaptation of the book A Song of Ice and Fire, a series of novels by George R. R. Martin. It’s about how noble families ﬁght for control of the ﬁctional land Westeros. One person wants to take control

of the Seven Kingdoms. It’s a long drawn out affair. There is plenty of violence and killing as each lord does whatever it takes to protect their kingdom, while also going for the ultimate glory. There is strategy involved and some sacriﬁce. As for Harper, some may view him as Joffrey Baratheon, who was King for longer than most people likely preferred. Unless you like evil leaders. It would be a huge stretch to suggest that people would rejoice if Harper ended up having the same fate as Joffrey. Elizabeth May could be Daenerys Targaryen, who becomes known as the mother of dragons. The Green Party leader could only wish she had dragons to unleash on her opposition. When it comes to politics you kind of need to keep your nose to the grindstone. If not, have someone who can keep you in the know like Lord Varys. Kidding aside, you know what I’d like to see not happen during the overly long campaign? The candidates wasting time personally attacking each other. I have always wondered where the need for this comes

from. The only answer I have been able to come up with is that each candidate fears each other. However, maybe that’s what people like. If they are going to, is it too much to ask that the leaders dress up like Game of Thrones characters with a weapon of their choosing to use in election by combat. You can’t tell me that wouldn’t be entertaining to watch? When it comes to Harper, those who follow even the slightest of what is happening know what they don’t like. Mulcair, Trudeau and May should focus on what they will do for us Canadians. Sell us on that. Each party has its platform. Pump that up. Energy is used up trying to convince voters why this candidate or that one isn’t right or ready to run this country. Plus at some point, doesn’t it get tiring hearing the same old cheap shots delivered? To all of you who eat up the political battle, don’t forget the popcorn. Emanuel Sequeira is the sports editor at the Penticton Western News

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Parkland or parking lot?

We have been talking a lot about the proposal to put in a waterslide on parkland at Skaha Lake Park. With this, I think we have missed one of the driving forces and one of the main reasons for the proposal to develop parkland. That is parking lots and space for the marina and restaurant. When this started, the original renters were more than willing to continue their lease. For some reason the city decided that they would not renew the lease. Then, they signed a new lease with new folks who for some reason the city felt were better. Then came word that the new folks were going to increase the size of the marina i.e. moorage spaces. Next came the news that they were going to put in a restaurant. Then the proposal for leasing 10 per cent of the park for a waterslide, mini golf course. With this, we have all jumped on the waterslide issue. Think about this, with the old marina, the parking was limited and with an expansion, more parking would be needed. With a restaurant, it was

The four way test As a long time member and former president of the Penticton Skaha Rotary Club, I feel obliged to make the following remarks. The three Penticton Rotary Clubs have been instrumental in creating, expending and maintaining most of the parks in Penticton and are responsible for the creation of Munson Mountain Park, Rotary Park and the beautiful Skaha Beach Park including the Rotary Centennial Pavilion. Together the clubs have spent hundred of thousands of dollars on these projects. I also know that dozens of Penticton Chamber of Commerce members also belong or have belonged to Rotary. All members of Rotary International are take an oath which we call “The four way test.” 1. Is it the truth. 2. Is it fair to all concerned. 3. Will is bring good will and better understanding. 4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned. Except for a handful of true Rotarian, I have not heard from the over 100 Rotarians in our area. I have not heard from the dozens of chamber of commerce members that are Rotarians. Are you all in favour of the destruction of our parks that we all worked so hard for, for over half a century? Are you true Rotarians? What about our District Governors’ past and present, are you all in favour of this senseless destruction? Since 1973 I tried to live my life by the four way test and am proud of it. I wonder if you can say the same. Bernie Strohmann Penticton

Vital facts Since the start of this waterslide debacle there have been many figures thrown around about the amount of parkland that is involved in the proposed lease for the marina/waterslide. So on July 31, I contacted the director of operations with the City of Penticton (who authored the staff report on the proposed lease to Trio Marine) to find out how much land is involved. I was sent three schedules of plans and was told to add up the lease area in square metres at the top of each plan to determine the total area of the parkland involved in the commercial lease. Based on the information provided to me by this city employee, the following are my calculations of the total amount of parkland that is currently under lease to Trio and the total of the areas that are proposed to be leased under the agreement with the city.

imperative that more parking be acquired. But how? The marina is surrounded by parkland. Look at the new proposal, parkland that used to be a free water playground will be blacktopped for a parking lot for the marina and boat trailers. Another section south east will be blacktopped for parking and lets not believe it is for beachgoers, it will be for the marina and restaurant. What a way to get into a park and blacktop it. Propose to build a waterslide, mini golf and update some of the other facilities and you get to blacktop a good part of the park for parking. If the waterslide and mini golf fail, the parking lot will remain for the use of the marina. Not bad if you can convince the city staff and council that this is a rationale for getting rid of parkland. The site of the parking lot for boats and trailers is beside a very delicate area for birds, turtles and plant life. So let’s not just look at the waterslide issue, look very closely at the paving of our park. Bob Otway Penticton

Notes: None of the lease areas include public roads, nor the access road to the public boat launch. The areas have been converted from square metres to acres for readability. Total area of Skaha Park: 21 acres (taken from the City of Penticton website: Skaha Park). Area currently leased to Trio (existing marina including docks): 1.92 acres or 9.14 per cent of the total area of Skaha Park Additional area proposed to be leased to Trio: 3.89 acres or an additional 18.52 per cent of the total area of Skaha Park. Total area to be leased by Trio therefore: 5.81 acres or 27.66 per cent of the total area of Skaha Park Area to be leased by Trio, existing and proposed, is for commercial purposes. It is vital that facts fundamental to this issue are accurate and not misleading. Gary Denton Penticton

the privileges of office. He also stated the silent majority support him. I believe that was a bare-faced lie. I think the developers willfully misrepresented the waterslide issue and using parkland for commercial development. They lied. Not one person who signed the petition for a referendum said no to a waterslide. Just no waterslide in Skaha Park. Council’s defiant defence of its decision is not democracy; there was no consultation or any transparency. We now have no trust or confidence in the mayor and council due to this arrogance because of untrustworthy statements. The mayor says we can not afford a $28,000 referendum yet he spent $14,000 giving himself and council medical and dental plans. We need a referendum and the cost would be worth it. We need a referendum of recall to replace this mayor and council, now. Ed Webb Penticton

Better ideas I’ve got to say, I’m very disappointed with mayor and council (then again, who isn’t these days?) not simply because of what they want to do to Skaha Park (which is bad enough), but because this was the best idea they had. The idea of 100 additional boat slips at the marina seems, well, insane. I can’t help but wonder if anyone at Trio has seen what Skaha Lake is like in real life, which is to say underwhelming. Okanagan lake is bigger, deeper, offers multiple launch points (some free) and sweeping vistas. Summer tourists are great fun, no doubt, but any council member wanting to really stand out would have suggested something new, like finding a way to make Penticton draw visitors all 12 months of the year. It would take ingenuity, risk and patience, but it wouldn’t be as ugly or invasive as waterslides. All councils permitted here is paving paradise to put up a parking lot. Arwen Steele Penticton

Searching for the truth Mayor Andrew Jakubeit repeatedly told us he would have open transparency and consultation on economic development. I think he lied, lied, lied. Whatever happened to the motto “council would discuss business in the public eye?” At the rally, Jakubeit told me he was impartial and had not decided the issue. Yet on Monday he told the CBC there would be no referendum and no consultation on the subject. He lied. He still continues to abuse

Tips for hiring a mayor

First of all, let me set the scene. A boardroom with four or five people looking for a suitable mayoral candidate for Penticton. “Let’s look at some resumes. We’ll start with Andrew Jakubeit. He wants to use public land for private enterprise against the wishes of the people of Penticton to install a water park and waterslides, and refuses to hold a referendum on the issue, because he knows he will be soundly defeated.” “He wants to also install a BMX track on Munson Mountain, also against the wishes of the people.” “He also wants to put up a five star hotel to replace a ball diamond and other buildings,” with the delusion that if we build it, all conventioneers will all of a sudden want to hold their conferences here.” “How can there be democracy if we do not have a voice?” “Let’s face it, Mayor of Penticton is not an entry level job.” “Nice hair, though.” Mark Billesberger Penticton

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On theft problem climbing at Skaha Bluffs: “We need much more strict penalties for this very rapidly growing invasive crime! It’s plaguing this city everywhere and its citizens have had enough.”

— posted by Josh Garriott

On Aug. 5 letter to the editor I (heart) Penticton written by Manda Maggs:

“This is an eloquently written letter that completely articulates the big picture for our community speaking to the importance of social responsibility, conflict resolution and communication skills required to be civil citizens able to problem solve in peaceful ways. It is no surprise bullying is an issue when the adult modelled examples reveal themselves as we are sadly witnessing. Ironically many may be the grandparents of children who might wish to visit the waterpark? I would be curious to know what their response will be? Personally, after reading the participation research stats on children and activity being so low I am thrilled give a community incentive to get our kids offscreen time and being active on a waterslide! My hat goes off to the council and citizens who are remaining solution based, coming forward with proactive ideas and are seeking to take the high road in the face of adversity.”

— posted by Lisa Dawn McCall

“Every opinion does matter, unfortunately some think that if you disagree with their opinion, you’re not listening.”

— posted by James Palanio

“Let’s get the town rocking like the 1950s again where small business thrive (not just the big box stores) people are over-thinking this project big time. Look how nice the Okanagan Lake walkway turned out.”

— posted by Darren Oslund

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Chance for input on climate policy This summer’s forest fires have brought the reality of climate change to the forefront of British Columbian’s concerns. You now have the opportunity to influence our province’s future policies on addressing climate change and reducing our collective greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Last month the B.C. government presented their Climate Leadership Plan — Discussion Paper, and the public input period ends Aug. 17. We encourage everyone to complete the online survey (engage.gov.bc/

climateleadership). While we applaud the leadership team for requesting the public’s input, our local Citizens’ Climate Lobby chapter is concerned that the proposed goals are too vague and do not outline a clear process as to how these actions will occur, how they will be monitored, and what remedies would be in place to enforce new policies. Another concern is that B.C.’s very successful carbon tax, instituted in 2008, has been frozen for a five year period. In order

The “R word”

However, from where most of the sentiment regarding referendum lies with the people, it would seem that the current administration is, in a face-saving mood, afraid of the outcome were the issues to go to referendum. I believe that Shakespeare in Julius Caesar said it best. “Cowards die many times before their deaths. The valiant never taste of death but once!” If council stays on its present path of “giving away” public lands, “May the eggs of 1,000 omelets be on your faces.” As your legacy, you may relish the thought of having your own chapter in Penticton’s Book of Legacies entitled “Faux Pas are Us!”

In today’s language world we are taking more liberties and becoming lazier in our speaking and writing. Where we once used full words with intent, we now use single letters or acronyms to convey the same message. Call it what you will. The words efficiency, laziness, stylish, fad and many others may explain the reasons for this change. In any case, we seem to abstract many words to a single letter. I wish to deal with one today, the “R” word. In our present circumstance re: parkland development, there is one word that the current administration seems to avoid; to shun; be deathly afraid of; to be oblivious of, or not care about to meet their own selfserving, sycophantical vanities. In the democratic world, we are taught to believe in the old adage of government by the people; for the people and of the people. This is a fairly simple tenet and has been for some time. However in our case, one of these components seems to have been intentionally forgotten, ignored, or otherwise massaged to fit the administrative structure of the day. That being said, I move on. If you have guessed that the “R” word that I’m thinking of is “referendum,” you would be right on the money. Many of the decisions on parkland heretofore (in previous administrations) were predicated on referendums to give people an opportunity to understand and respond in a tried and true democratic way. Presently, the current administration in its omnipotence, has made the idea of referendums almost null and void. Is this by oversight? Definitely not. Is this by not caring what the majority thinks or feels? Possibly. Is it because they can ignore it and choose to do so? Very possibly.

Historically, when faced with a new development proposal, some of Penticton’s citizens’ first answer is “no” — no matter what the proposal is. The point of development is to make money for the developer and, hopefully, our city. Developers don’t set out to lose money. Over the past few years the “no” faction has ensured that many developers packed up and left, leaving behind a stagnating community with limited opportunities for our younger residents. In our last civic election, when more of our younger citizens actually voted and elected a mostly young, entrepreneurial and business-oriented mayor and council, those voters were making a statement. They need Penticton to become more progressive and aggressive, to actively advocate for job opportunities and increase the economic outlook of our community. The voters said “yes.” Voting lineups at the last election were long and some voters could not get in to vote. Being unable to vote for that reason means you get to complain to city hall about the lineups, but it does not mean you get to re-write the election results. The current battle in Penticton is about whether or not waterslides should be developed on parkland, but perhaps the battle should really be about whether or not a vocal “no” section of the community gets to override the choice of the majority who voted for progress. The Skaha Lake park proposal has been in negotiation for longer than the term of our current council. Since the project is still active, it

Arrogance Not since the days of Dan Ashton have I seen such arrogance on council. Nor did I care to see again. While I don’t believe I personally have enough facts to make my decision on the Skaha Lake development yet, council, in yet again another show of totalitarism, slams through the green light for it. Have you not seen the divided community on this issue? Just like slamming through a 100 per cent cost rise on the pool tiles. Each and everyone of you need to resign. And now. Kelly David Penticton

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Move it forward

to continue to be effective at reducing GHG emissions, this tax needs to increase as it was intended. Using a more transparent approach, like carbon fee and dividend, would protect lower and middle income families, while encouraging the innovation needed in our transition to a low carbon economy. The government’s current focus on developing a new carbon-based energy infrastructure (LNG) is contrary to the long term goals of meeting B.C.’s GHG targets. At this time, the province will be hard pressed to

means it has a reasonable chance of success for both the developer and our city. Our mayor and councillors are quite right in moving the proposal forward. Eileen Hollingsworth Penticton

meet its 2020 GHG emission reduction targets. Developing new carbon energy projects will make that task even more difficult. We will be submitting a formal response with our concerns. We encourage other organizations to do so, too. At this critical time in history, we must all be actively involved in envisioning the future that we want. Ron Robinson, Mike Geisler, Laura Sacks Nelson-West Kootenay Chapter Citizens’ Climate Lobby citizensclimatelobby.ca

Park, Winston Churchill once said that “success is going from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm.” There is hope. Allan Markin Penticton

years, not much fun. Sure they want to build the new towers but the rent will be out of reach for lots, more we pay in rent the less stores get. James Edward Readman Penticton

More objections

Beware of scam

Did the residents of Penticton elect a mayor and six councillors to serve their interests with respect and an open ear, or did they give them free rein to rule this city with an iron fist? Based on what I just read in the paper it appears to be the latter. Well, democracy may have taken a hard right-cross to the chin, but is it really knocked out or just down for the count. Over 3,000 people signed a petition calling for a referendum. An amazing response, given the lack of resources and short period of time, yet still it was tossed aside like so much garbage and completely ignored by the elected decision makers at city hall. Apparently, those taking a stand against this project going forward are either too senile or too simple minded to understand why it is a good thing to trade their public parkland for a commercial tourist attraction. Is the loss of green space in our Skaha Lake Park a done deal? Maybe, but maybe not. If those 3,000 people each chip in $10, then there will be $30,000 to fund legal action to stop this destruction of our parkland from taking place. All that really needs to be done here, is delay this project for about three years, until the next civic election, when I am sure holding a referendum will become one of the major election issues.

May I also add my objection to the long term commercial use of parkland at Skaha Lake. City parkland should be inviolate; once incursion takes place it is the start of the “slippery slope”, opening up the probability of further commercial users on park land. If the city believes the expansion of the marina is a necessity, why not purchase land to the south or across South Main Street, (good location for water slides). If using parkland is the only economic solution to the expansion because of the low cost of the land, then perhaps the expansion is not that viable or necessary. I am surprised and concerned that this new city council would even consider allowing park land to be assigned to the marina.

Want to put the word out about a possible scam. The other day my wife received a phone call at her care facility from someone reportedly representing firefighters looking for donations. He was very persistent even when she told him she has no money (she does not have enough to pay for medications and even hair cuts), trying to shame her into donating even $20. A call this morning to our fire chief confirmed that this is not how fire fighters raise money, they hold events, they do not canvas by phone. There are no associations that do this as far as he knows. So a caution to people out there to be aware.

Great day at the market

For the past two months, Grizzly Excavating has been working on our street to upgrade services (Granby Avenue). I want to thank them all for their help in ensuring I can get in and out of my yard with my mobility scooter. They have watched for me and helped to get the scooter over curbs. Thank you everyone.

Political suicide

Housing shortage for the poor and low income

Delay the project

David Korinetz Penticton

There is a positive spin to Penticton city council’s decision to allow commercial development in Skaha Lake Park. How do you spell political suicide? Try “waterslides in Skaha Lake Park.” Penticton city council needs to be taught a couple of important lessons: 1. Having the right to do something doesn’t always mean that it’s the right thing to do. 2. The time to stop a revolution is before it starts. To the thousands of Penticton citizens who care about Skaha Lake

Philip Locke Penticton

Wow, the most recent Farmer’s and Downtown Market was: The best laid out, the best smelling, the best sounding and the best attended. Congratulations to all vendors for presenting your wares so jubilantly. Enjoyed every minute of interaction. Sadly, I missed Elvena Slump .... was so hoping to sign the recall petitions. Kudos Penticton. I was left humming Kyle’s great rendition of: Don’t Worry, Be Happy and this event fostered that, for certain. James Ludvigson Penticton

Yes there is a big shortage of low cost housing now. If your on disability, or welfare or pension, there is just no where to rent that is affordable. We should only be paying onethird of our income for rent, not 75 per cent and up. When you only get $906 a month, with the rents so high, plus hydro, it leaves you with not much. Even the working poor can’t be paying high rents, over half there check goes to rent. Yes we have low cost housing, but you will have hurry up and wait for up to three

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Wonderful crew

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Ready for change

The federal Conservative government likes to play an attack ad in which they state “he’s just not ready.” Well, I and many others are not only “ready” for a new government but ready for “real change.” What I am not “ready for” is more years of the mean spirited, undemocratic, power hungry, extremely partisan Conservative government. They are undermining the very fabric of this country and we have to defeat them in the polls and reverse the damage they have done. I want an ethical and fair prime minister. One that I can admire and respect. One that has the best interests of all Canadians at the forefront of his policies. Marion A. Nordquist Penticton

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BRIT FLOYD took a trip down memory lane playing all the prog-rock hits from the early Syd Barrett days to Animals, Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall and even the 2015 release of The Endless River at the South Okanagan Events Centre on Aug. 12.

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Floydian trip through 50 years

Dale Boyd Concert Review They call themselves “the world’s greatest Pink Floyd tribute show” and man, they are not kidding. Brit Floyd shone on like a crazy diamond at the South Okanagan Events Centre on Aug. 12 bringing nearly the entire history of the most heralded progressive rock band ever back to life with pinpoint precision. The hits were all there, Shine on, most of Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were

Here (album and song), but the real treat for a seasoned Floydian is the deep cuts. Songs like One of These Days off the 1971 album Meddle, initial Floyd frontman Syd Barrett’s See Emily Play and Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun from 1968’s A Saucerful of Secrets were real treats mostly due to the fact that it is likely the first and last time people will see those songs performed live, and performed so well that they were virtually indistinguishable from the studio cuts. The visuals, most of which was originally produced but borrowed from the legacy of Pink Floyd imagery, were excellent accompaniment and really filled out the stage. A clear crowd favourite was Great Gig in the Sky, with good reason, the vocal solo from Dark Side of the Moon shows off considerable range and was done so well that you wouldn’t be able to tell the difference between the singer and the album if

your eyes were closed. A personal favourite was Have a Cigar off the 1975 album Wish You Were Here, as well as the Pulse-inspired extended edition of Money. Speaking of extended editions, the few occasions that Brit Floyd took to extrapolate into lengthier, live-version solos and renditions were welcome and well placed. Of course, everybody got excited for Comfortably Numb, and a nicely timed disco ball lit up during the greatest guitar solo ever, really turning things up to 11, as the kids say. I truly thought Comfortably Numb would be the show stopper, how could it not be? But after a loud and lengthy burst of applause, a fitting rendition of The Wall’s The Show Must Go On let the audience know that the show, in fact, was still going on. Some fun theatrics and costume changes appeared in some songs I really didn’t expect to see at this show. The Trial, Waiting for the Worms, Run Like

Hell and In the Flesh (sans question mark) explored the latter half of The Wall in its near entirety and brought the show to its logical conclusion with the serene Outside the Wall. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the light show. It was like the invisible band member draping the room in thematic colours and combining with the onscreen imagery to create a really engrossing visual aspect to already engaging music, and c’mon, what’s a Pink Floyd show without the lasers. I wasn’t alive during Floyd’s glory days, but getting to see Roger Water’s The Wall in 2012 and having the movie of that tour coming out this year, getting The Endless River (or as I like to call it the Division Bell B-sides) released this year, it has been a great year to be a Pink Floyd fan, and Brit Floyd was the cherry on top. Dale Boyd is a reporter at the Western News.

Aug. 14 — Summer concert series in Gyro Park continues with world music from Barefoot Caravan. Aug. 14 — Juno award-winning Morgan Davis from Nova Scotia will be at the Dream Café. Tickets cost $20. Aug. 14,15 — The Barking Parrot at the Lakeside Resort presents Summer Patio Music with Bob Bricker. Aug. 15 — Summer concert series at the Barefoot Beach Resort continues with Daniel Wesley. Visit barefootresort.ca/events for more information. Aug. 15 — Live music by Boom Chicken at the Barley Mill Brew Pub and Sports Bistro, 2460 Skaha Lake Rd. Aug. 15 — Multi-instrumentalist Awna Teixeia plays at the Dream Café. Tickets are $14. Aug. 15 — Summer concert series in Gyro Park continues with folk music from Ari Neufeld. Aug. 16 — Open mic at the Sweet Tooth Café in Summerland hosted by Mat Duffus from 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 16 — The Penticton Seniors’ Drop-In Centre will be sponsoring a concert featuring The Great Plains — Darrel and Saskia will perform a varied program including folk, Celtic and bluegrass music. The concert will be held at the South Main Drop-In Centre at 2 p.m., tickets $10 per person. For further information call 250-493-2111. Aug. 20 — Music at the Grist Mill: Pharis and Jason Romero bring their never-ending quest for good songs and beautiful sounds to the summer evening concert series at The Grist Mill and Gardens, 2691 Upper Bench Rd., Keremeos. Visit www.oldgristmill.ca/events or call 250-499-2888 for more info. Aug. 20 — Bring a lawnchair for Kettle Valley Brakemen at Music in the Park. Railway songs and stories from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Oliver Community bandshell. Rain venue is the Oliver Community Centre, 6359 Park Dr. Admission by donation. Market and food vendors from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 21 — Summer concert series in Gyro Park continues with pop and folk music from Uncorked.

events Aug. 22 — Third annual BC Pinot Noir Celebration from 3 to 11 p.m. at Linden Gardens in Kaleden featuring special guest speaker Steven Spurrier, salon tastings with 26 of BC’s best Pinot Noir producers, canapé competition and dinner, along with live music from local band The Young’uns. Beer samples from the Cannery Brewing will accompany the entertainment portion of the evening. More information at www.bcpinotnoir.ca. Aug. 22 — Comedy night at the Barley Mill Brew Pub and Sports Bistro. Aug. 29 — Thrash Wrestling at the Penticton Legion Hall, with Penticton’s own Lost Apes performing at half-time. Tickets are $15 at the door, $12 in advance from The Grooveyard and 30 Minute Hit. Sept. 9 — Weird Al Yankovic on the Mandatory World Tour, performing at the SOEC. Sept. 12 — Fifth annual Quest For A Cure at Vineglass in Cawston. Entertainment by Barracuda, a Heart tribute band and Jerry Doucette. Live and silent auction with proceeds going to Cancer prevention and awareness. Tickets are $80. For more info visit www.vineglass.ca.

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If you are about to go on a cruise, do not read this column. Day Four, a new novel by South African author, Sarah Lotz will ﬁll your mind with every conceivable disaster that could await you on your dream holiday. If, on the other hand, you’re looking for entertaining reading on an Okanagan beach, this might be just the ticket. Day Four begins as a ship’s crew promise passengers aboard the Beautiful Dreamer endless entertainment, relaxation and fun! fun! fun! Hundreds of passengers are invited to enjoy the spa, feast

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Bruce, but by the end of it I think he was more stoked than anyone,” Bossley said. The video was shot with a 5D camera shooting through the body and lens of an old, black-and-white news camera from the ‘70s, which was found in a dumpster. “It looks like ’20s Berlin expressionist, it looks really old, it’s very cool,” Bossley said. With Hold Your Fire and slightly David Lettermen influenced video for Letterman, Gay Nineties has some unique video ideas, almost too many according to Bossley. “It’s like figuring out which one we’re actually going to run with because everyone is just like ‘well what if we do this?’” Bossley said. “There’s no shortage of inspiration in the Gay Nineties wheelhouse, so it’s pretty incredible.” The band is now working on their first full-length album, currently without a title or a release date, but have been playing some brand new songs live this summer. “We’re going about it in no true rush,” Bossley said. “Even though it feels almost rushed, and I say that only because the ideas are coming so fast.” Those looking to get a sneak peak can check out Gay Nineties at the Ponderosa Music Festival in Rock Creek on Aug. 22. The festival runs Aug. 21-23. For tickets and information visit www.ponderosafestival.com.

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term organic we are referring to the fact that although we are using newer technology and more ambient sounds, we strive to make everything sound as natural as possible. We do this by using live composition during shows, and integrating acoustic instrumentation such as guitar, keys, and vocals.” The other half of IMUR is producer Mikey J Blige. “We’ve got the ebb and flow on lock,” Lea said about the partnership. “In creation, Mikey takes care of composition and production, while I write lyrics, melody and take care of business,” Lea said. “On stage I’m the front-woman while

Mikey is the maestro. We know what we each bring to the table, and very quickly and naturally found our pace and place.” The sounds of guitar are produced live on stage as well as all vocal elements, which is melded with pre-recorded synthesizers and drum beats. “Mikey adds DJ style effects throughout the performance. With this set up, we never get the same performance twice.” She said the atmosphere will offer a somewhat sedated state. “Overall people generally feel what we felt when writing the songs: introspective.” The album which

their show is centred around will share their introspections about self-doubt, heartache and vices. It’s “super chipper,” Lea said. The duo’s attitude is partially due to forgoing B.C.’s hot summer in order to take their project seriously. “We’ve been locked in the studio during one of the most beautiful summers Vancouver has ever seen, happily busting our un-tanned asses,” she said. Opening the evening will be local DJ Kryogen, followed by Simple Machines from Vancouver. Tickets cost $20 and can be purchased online at www.barefootresort. ca/events.

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Local’s NASA program takes flight again Mark Brett

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It appears Story Time from Space may have a happy ending after all. Watching the explosion of the SpaceX CRS −7 rocket on take off in June, Patricia Tribe was afraid the children’s reading program she’d worked on the last four years also went up in smoke. On board the unmanned, commercial space craft was $70,000 worth of one-of-akind equipment which was to be used in the scientific experiments which are a key part of the program. Astronauts on the International Space Station, where the rocket was going, were to be video taped

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of authors and astronauts, is to bridge what she and others see as a widening gap between science and language skills among students. Among those helping out are the University of Toronto which is donating a fluid cell and the Waterloo, Ont. based P&P Optica which is providing a spectrometer valued at anywhere from $10,000 to $20,000. “They (P&P) said we want to see this experiment up in orbit and they’re a Canadian Company and that’s great,” said Tribe. “Using that we’re going to be looking at light from the sunset through the atmosphere so we can tell what’s in the atmosphere and then we can talk about the issues of global warming and other chang-

es, so that’s really cool.” Involved once again, as he has been from nearly the start, is Canadian astronaut Bjarni Tryggvason who designed the experiments. With some new additions and changes there will be some additional safety and usability testing by NASA which Tribe is hoping will go smoothly and in time for one of the December launches. Those interested in the program as it evolves can do so by going to storytimefromspace.com. “Or just follow along with us, like us on Facebook because the more people we have following, the more fun it is and the more the word spreads,” said Tribe. “Every little bit helps.”

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The Okanagan Nation Emergency Transition House received some financial support from the Ministry of Children and Family Development the Ministry announced recently. The transition house will receive $10,000 from the Ministry and the subsidy is going towards the cost of transportation to a safe home, a doctor’s appointment or lawyer meeting, or fly a high-risk client out of the community. The funding will also support costs for medical and legal services, important documents like identification, clothing and personal items if a woman or child have to leave a home quickly. The subsidy is part of the provincial government’s second and third-year commitments under the three-year, $5.5-million Provincial Domestic Violence Plan to provide direct services for Aboriginal children, youth and families in rural and remote communities. “It is imperative that we provide victims of domestic violence the supports they need to escape this vicious cycle,” said Dan Ashton, Penticton MLA. “This funding will help Aboriginal women and their children feel safe and provide some of the assistance necessary to help put their lives back together.” The funding helps the Okanagan Nation Family Intervention and Services Society to help improve programs and services and make them more accessible to the Aboriginal women and children who need them.

to see how results compare. Fortunately during the last five weeks a number of agencies have stepped forward to help put the project back on track. “It’s just been so wonderful to have these people and companies stepping forward to help make this a reality again,” said Tribe who was not about to give up on something she feels so strongly about. “NASA too is doing their best to help us and has said we’re working towards possibly a December flight. “If we can get everything done by the end of August and get into our testing really quickly which is what we’re working towards.” Her original concept, one which caught the attention

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Film industry profile keeps rising in the area Steve Kidd Western News

The last few weeks have been a busy time for the film industry in the Penticton area. NHL’er Carey Price was in town last month to shoot an Under Armour commercial, and A&W dropped by the Penticton river channel last week to shoot another TV commercial, but this latest project is going to make stars of some of the inhabitants of Andy’s Animal Acres in Naramata. “It’s been quite busy for that area for the last month or so, and there are still more and more looking,” said Jon Summerland, the Okanagan film commissioner. The Orchard, is writer/director Kate Twa’s second film and stars Matt Angel (R.L Stine’s The Haunting Hour, CSI Miami and CSI NY) as Max Roth, a brash Los Angeles talent agent who unexpectedly inherits a small orchard in the B.C. interior. He travels to B.C., wanting to make a quick sale of the property to developers, but his life changes when he finds himself falling in love with the landscape, the quirky townsfolk and a firebrand activist, Olivia Cunningham (played by Morgan Taylor Campbell), who is hellbent on stopping the sale. “It was really fun, the whole experience. Our farm name is actually being used in the script. Lots of

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scenes with the animals,” said Andréa (Andy) Buyan, owner of Andy’s Animal Acres. “With putting this area on the radar for more films and more exposure, it can only mean great things to our community and the economy. All around, I think it is fantastic.” Summerland describes The Orchard as a small film, with a budget

around the $1 million mark — a major feature, by contrast, would have a budget starting at $100 million. But even that $1 million dollar budget means big things for the local economy. Summerland said putting a figure to how much is spent locally. “It is one of those things that is really hard to trace,” said Summerland.

“It’s probably more in the $40,000 (per day) area.” That would mean that over the 10 days The Orchard spent shooting in the Okanagan, about $400,000 was invested in the valley economy. Films in the $1 million to $5 million range, according to Summerland, are ideal for building the Okanagan

film industry, since they usually hire local crews – larger productions usually bring their own crews. “The more of these films you get, the more people get trained,” he said. “Then you are paying mortgages.” Summerland said there are more projects in the pipeline, large and small, but bound by non-disclosure agreements, he is as mysterious as always when it comes to talking about the filmmakers he tours through the area scouting locations. However, one group he is working with has him very excited. “Next week’s scout is by far the biggest thing we have had,” said Summerland. “They are looking top to bottom south to north. It will be a long term project if we get it, wherever it lands.” Next month, he said, another film project is coming to Penticton to shoot scenes at two different locations, probably near the end of September. “The Okanagan is gaining a great reputation as the place to film. We have built up a strong crew base and infrastructure here, and can accommodate any production that wants to come to our region. We are so pleased to have back-to-back productions this year bringing revenue and recognition to our region,” said Summerland. For more information on the Okanagan Film Commission visit www.okanaganfilm.com.

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Winning a Canadian box lacrosse championship slipped by Finn Halladay and Team B.C. The peewee squad lost to Ontario 11-2 in the Warriors Pee Wee Boys Canadian Lacrosse championship on Aug. 9. B.C. reached the final in Whitby, Ont. after exacting revenge on Team Alberta 5-2. In the round robin, Alberta handed B.C. a 6-2 loss leaving Halladay’s team with five wins and two losses. B.C.’s other round robin loss came to Ontario 9-3. “They were a very skilled team. A couple of kids are from Toronto that were very good,” said Halladay. Team B.C.’s championship game loss followed their best performance against Alberta and Halladay said they “lost track of thought” in the final. He also sensed his team getting a bit “cocky” after big wins (17-1 against Saskatchewan, 17-2 against Nova Scotia and 14-1 against New Brunswick). Halladay said, “It kind of was an upset for us” losing to Ontario, who played a physical style. Halladay, the only Okanagan player on B.C., was still happy to return home with a medal in his nationals debut. He was second in team scoring with nine goals and 15 points. Team B.C. coach Daren Fridge initially planned to use Halladay in a defensive role and in short man situations. “He did so well in the games,” said Fridge, a scout with the Saskatchewan Rush National Lacrosse League

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sports tennis balls. I would try to score on him when I was eight or nine. It was pretty fun. WN-What’s kinds of things does he teach you? SC-The game these days is, if you want to be a point guy or a scorer or a play maker, the game is going to shooting. He used to shoot the puck ﬁve or six times a game. You can have one or two goals, maybe sometimes three. Just getting the chances I guess. The more shots you have, the better a chance you have of winning the game.

The Penticton Western News caught up with Penticton Vees forward Scott Conway on the phone from his home just outside of Orlando, Fla. WN-You went to the Anaheim Ducks prospects camp, what was that like? SC- That was my first camp so it was definitely an experience. I’ve heard a lot of things about camps recently, the last couple years. There are different types of camps. I think this is probably one of the better ones I’ve been hearing about. We get down with hockey and a work out. It was really good because I met a lot of guys I’ve never seen before. Getting connections like that can go a long way too. WN-What were some of the things you learned or stuck in your mind during the camp? SC-Most importantly I think the coaches do a good job of trying to work on the little stuff. Most of the time coaches work on the big stuff, like the plays. These guys taught individual stuff. More of like when you’re on a cycle come off the wall instead of staying on the boards. WN- How good were the other players there? SC-They were pretty good. There were a lot of college guys, which I was pretty surprised about. I thought the college guys were probably the better guys at the camp other than a couple of their AHL guys, maybe a couple of first rounders. The college guys were a lot more prepared than the junior guys. They are in the gym a lot more than most of the OHL and WHL players. I definitely think it’s the right way to go. WN-Did you see the tweet the Anaheim Ducks posted about your last name and the reference to the Mighty Ducks Charlie Conway? SC-I laughed pretty hard about that one. I sent that to my dad too. He thought it was pretty funny. I got a couple of tweets to me saying it would sell a lot more jerseys. WN- Have you seen the movies? SC-Oh yeah. I love them. Conway is pretty good. I have a lot to live up to. WN- Do you already know what number that you are going to wear with the Vees? SC- I think I said No. 10. 96 wasn’t a choice. (he laughs). My dad was 10 when he was playing. Ever since I played for Indiana, my number has been different. I have been nine growing up. My birthday is on April 9. I think I’m sticking with 10 for a long time. WN- Tell me about the relationship with your dad? SC-Pretty close. Being around hockey with him, when I was overseas in England, he was my coach growing up. We had a backyard, it was a cobbled backyard. We have a net back there. [I would] work on my hands, Work on my shot. Sometimes we would top the net with a couple of

WN-This season you play with the Vees, why did you decide to join them? SC- My original thought was going to the USHL. In America all the talk is about the USHL. Patrick Newell reached out to me, a former Vee, and he said it’s a great place to come and play. I guess coach Freddy was wanting me to go there. He came out for a visit. I fell in love with the surroundings, the area. Nice people. Great facility. The coach is well known. WN-What excites you about coming to the BCHL? SC-It’s different. I haven’t really heard much about the BCHL being from America and talking about the USHL. It definitely excites me not knowing what there is there. It’s definitely going to be a new experience. WN-What was the experience like of playing college hockey? SC-It was definitely an adjustment. The very first day I got there, I couldn’t do anything because I had to do all the testing for medical. We skated. Every single day I was in the gym running or something like that with the trainers there. The game is definitely different. A lot of the people there are a lot faster. To be honest, in my experience, I wouldn’t say it’s too much faster than the USHL. Probably just the positioning and stuff like that. With being in college you already have your spot. The coach isn’t going to risk his job for not playing you. If you make one mistake, you’re sitting the next game. In juniors you got a little lee way. WN-Is it disappointing to have to come back and play a year of junior? SC- Yeah, it does suck that I got dismissed from Penn State (editor’s note: Conway was released for violating teams rules). In a way, you just have to have the right mind set. This happens to a lot of people. Their mind set is all right, I’m just going to commit to somewhere else next year. I’m going to take another step forward. Just because I downplayed in leagues, I wouldn’t count on that as a step back at all. Im still getting the exposure. This year I will be playing with two first rounders projected, even more exposure. I just can’t take a break and take my foot off the pedal. I just got to keep going and working hard. Eventually that will pay off. WN-The way things ended with Penn State, what did you learn from the experience? SC-Just keep your nose clean. People I think, think that I did such bad things. Really, I didn’t. It was a lot of stuff blown out of proportion. A lot of misunderstanding, which led to this. I just think that the staff and stuff could have done a better job trying to keep me. At the end of the day, it was all the stuff happening with their football program and stuff. It’s hard. It’s understandable. I definitely just have to be careful with your surroundings because these days, the hockey players, not just hockey players, but all the athletes, are under a big microscope. Especially at a big school like that, you’re like the stars around campus. You’re walking down the sidewalk and everyone is pointing at you and saying, ‘Oh my God, this is so and so.’ That’s really what happens there. You just have to be careful because you also become targets. WN-Is what happened something you want to keep to yourself? SC-Yeah. WN- Do you think about the possibility of putting up some big numbers in the BCHL? SC-Yeah. I mean everyone has their goals,

SCOTT CONWAY joins the Penticton Vees after a year of playing National Colllegiate Athletic Association Division 1 college hockey. Mark Selders/Penn State Strategic Communications

right. In the USHL I had my goals. College I had my goals. I didn’t quite meet them in college. I’m deﬁnitely going to exceed my goals for this year.

SC-Yeah, very. It’s not very often you play with an English-born player over here. Most of them stay over there.

WN- Care to share them with me? SC- (He laughs.) Well my goal is … 100 points. To try to keep it under 30 penalty minutes. That’s going to be tough. I play with a little bit of an edge. We’ll see if I stay out of the box.

WN-What kind of music are you into? SC-Everything really. We kind of live on a small ranch. We have a couple of horses down here. I’m big into country I guess. I don’t mind some rock here and there. Some pop.

WN-What kids of stuff are you doing for training to get yourself ready? SC-It’s hard to skate down here. There is ice every day for an hour and 45 minutes to two hours. It’s kind of like a drop-in and a lot of college guys go out there. We just play games of scrimmage. I’ve been doing a lot in the gym. Also have a personal trainer. WN-What kinds of things do you like to do for fun? SC-I’m very athletic. All athletics. I just like canoeing, socializing. I’m just like an average guy. WN-I understand you have lived in England for a bit. Did you know there is an English-born player (Sam Jones) on the team? SC- Yeah, I heard. I don’t quite know about him. WN-Is that kind of a neat little connection to have on the team?

WN-Who would you say is your favourite player? SC-Probably Sidney Crosby. Being from England it was pretty hard to get the NHL channels. Every time I got the NHL network the Penguins would always be on. I have always been a huge Penguins fan. WN-What do you think of Connor McDavid? SC-I have only heard of him. I have only seen a couple clips of him. Amazing player. I think he is going to do great things. I played with (Buffalo Sabres top pick Jack) Eichel. His speed is absolutely amazing. Just his power. I remember one … we were in his zone on the half boards. He had the puck and was trying to get away from me. Trying to get down the ice, he spun off me then ended up taking off. I ended up chasing after him, back checking and next thing you know, he’s at the top of the circle and I’m in between the blue line and the red line and I’m not a slow skater either. He’s deﬁnitely got some speed on the guy.

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OFF THEY GO — Evan, Eric and Cameron Miller dig in with their paddles as they race mini kayaks at the Peachfest SteamFest Regatta Saturday, organized by Hoodoo Adventures. The event was part of a celebration of the Aquatic Days held in the early 1900s. Steve Kidd/Western News

Peach Classic brings competitive soccer Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

King’s Park will be jampacked this weekend for the Peach City Classic soccer tournament. Fifty-five teams in the under11 to-18 age group hit the pitch to fill the nets with goals. Ezra Cremers, executive director and head coach of Pinnacles FC, said they have a good range of teams. The competition is expected to be fantastic. Among the 55 teams will be eight PFC Excelsior academy squads. “In the end it’s a great opportunity to compare themselves to the coast,” said Cremers. “The coast is usually where they have a 10-month season. It really sets us up for when we go to a tournament in Coquitlam on Labour Day.”

Cremers said that the Peach City Classic is a popular tournament for three reasons. The first is timing. “No. 1 it’s Penticton in August. What a great time to be here,” he said. The second being they are known for having some of the nicest grass pitches in the province. In addition, it’s a great tournament for the province as coastal teams start their season in September. Cremers pointed out

that those team use this tournament as a training exhibition. “The last thing is we are starting to become very competitive,” said Cremers. “When people hear that they are going to play Pinnacles FC, they know they are going to get some good, quality games. There is actually some rivalries already created with some of the teams. We’re getting known that people want to play us. We want to play them. “We pride ourselves on being competitive,” he added. All the action kicks off on Friday as early as 2 p.m. until Sunday afternoon. The soccer club is seeking volunteers to help with the weekend. Those interested in helping are asked to sign up on their website.

Hoopsters show skills Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Bruce Langford saw a lot of potential in the Penticton Girls Basketball camp this week. Langford, coach of the Simon Fraser University Clan women’s basketball team, switched between Pen High and Princess Margaret Monday to Thursday to work with junior and senior players while receiving help from his Clan players. “It’s good to see them out in the summer working on their skills,” said Langford, whose team fell one win short of a national championship in the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s Division II. The camp attracted 58 players, down 20 from the year before, but every player showed a keen interest in improving. Langford said it’s always the youngest that have the most potential. Part of it is because they are the furthest away from where they eventually reach in their development. With the

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juniors, he saw players working hard and focused. “They have some good energy. They have been an enjoyable group,” said Langford, who has recruited handful of players over the 16 years he has instructed the camp. “The young kids bad habits are easier to fix. Most of the kids had their heads down. Only about six were good with their eyes and heads up. Already in three days you are able to see some improvement. It isn’t an ingrained habit. They have just never been told to keep their heads up.” They key thing Langford stressed with the players is the need to practice. He suggested they set goals for themselves and find things to constantly improve. He also said they should be looking to improve on every drill and do ones that require them to think. “The enthusiasm in this (Pen High) gym has been good. The energy has been good. It’s nice to come back and see kids here that have been to several camps.”

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BEACH FUN — Sara HALL, pictured and Kayla McLeod of Kelowna took second in the Volleyball B.C. Okanagan Sand Series last weekend. The under-13 to 16 division was won by Penticton’s Nicholas Everton and Greg Brydon, while Spencer Kingzett and Kyle Kohlhauser won the U17/18 boys division. Steve Kidd /Western News

Swimmers shine at Quebec nationals Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Swimmers from the KISU club closed the season with strong finishes at Age Group Nationals in Quebec. Most notably were Jaren Lefranc and Tyler Wall. Lefranc won a gold medal to go with two silvers. Wall earned bronze in the 50-m freestyle. Acacia Benn, Samuel Lasinski and Riley Wall finished in the top 10. “I thought it as a fabulous meet for our swimmers. I was really impressed with how well they did, how well they placed,” said coach Tina Hoeben. Hoeben said Lefranc’s efforts in his three swims were great. “It’s nice to see him race that well in Canada,” she said. “I also thought our other swimmers did really well. There were lots of best times. All of them were in at least one final.” As for Tyler Wall, Hoeben said he was strong, earning best times in all his swims during his age group nationals debut. “He has just turned 14. He had some really

strong performances. He made a number of other finals.” When asked about his performances, Tyler said he did pretty good. “I guess some other people were just a little bit better on their game,” he said. “It was pretty fun, I liked it.” Jaren Lefranc For Tyler, it was a great way to the end the season, finishing better compared to last year. Along with going through a growth spurt, Tyler trained harder and the resulted in him swimming better. Now he looks forward to next season. Following the age group nationals, Lefranc, 16, joined his Team B.C. teammates in Wood Buffalo, Alta for the Western Canada Summer Games, which bring 2,500 athletes from the four western provinces and three territories to compete in 18 sports. Lefranc’s events are the 200-metre breast stroke, 200-m butterfly and 100-m breast stroke.

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IN BRIEF Gardner gets hole-in-one

Two Penticton golfers stood out during the Maple Leaf Junior Tour at Predator Ridge on Aug. 12. Zach Gardner aced the fourth hole and won a Miura gift certiﬁcate. Meanwhile, Haley Hewer, 18, came close to winning the 15-19 division against Vernon’s Mackenzie Barrie, 19. Barrie trailed Hewer by four strokes after day one and made a stellar comeback on day two, improving her score by 10 strokes (79-69=148), to repeat as champion. She defeated Hewer by one stroke.

Jost nets Canada hat-trick

Tyson Jost potted a hat-trick while helping lead Team Canada to a 9-2 win over Switzerland on Wednesday in the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Cup in the Czech Republic. The win sets up a semifinal showdown between Canada and Russia on Friday. “I thought we played really well in our first two games, but we weren´t finishing,” said Canada coach Stan Butler on the Ivan Hlinka website. “The boys were confident before today´s game and scored some nice goals. They were sharp around the net, and that´s a positive thing

heading into Friday. I think we´re getting better every game and we´ve gotta keep getting better.”

Ireland Kettlebell

The Okanagan Valley Kettlebells are sending three athletes to the world championships in Dublin, Ireland Nov. 25-29. Charlie Fornelli, Slava Petlitsa and Kathryn Golbeck were in Edmonton July 18 competing in the Canadian Kettlebell Alliance national qualiﬁer. Each won their respective divisions and are now part of Team Canada. Fornelli will compete in the men’s professional biathlon and long cycle events (a kettlebell clean and jerk), Petlitsa in the professional long cycle event and Golbeck in the women’s professional snatch-only event. Kettlebell sport is a power-endurance sport requiring the athlete to lift as many repetitions of a speciﬁc kettlebell in ten minutes. The Okanagan Valley Kettlebells will be at the Penticton Downtown Community Market Aug. 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a fundraiser and give awareness about the sport. They will be donating part of their funds to the OSNS Child Development Centre.

Glengarry skaters pass summer session tests Western News Staff

Glengarry Skating Club members were put to the test on Aug. 8. Skating at McLaren Park Arena, members passed tests for the routines they have worked on during summer sessions. Below is a list of who completed speciﬁc tests. Freeskate Preliminary Freeskate Part 1 (Elements); Giselle Weisheit (Glengarry SC)

Sr Silver Freeskate Part 1 (Elements); Meagan Pankratz (Glengarry SC) Gold Freeskate Part 1 (Elements); Sabrina Fortunato (Glengarry SC) Dance Willow Waltz; Rachel Jung (Glengarry SC) Ten-Fox; Cloe Robert (Glengarry SC) Starlight Waltz; Nadia Snyman (Glengarry SC) Interpretive Silver; Meagan Pankratz (Glengarry SC)

Next, coach Trevor Buttenham will be taking six skaters to the BC/YT Section Super Series SummerSkate Competition in Burnaby Aug. 13-16: Juvenile Women U14; Jordana McEachern (Glengarry SC) Star 5 U10; Samantha Macnally (Glengarry SC) Star 5 U13; Zoe Wu (Kelowna SC) Sr Bronze Women; Nadia Snyman (Glengarry SC) Jr Silver Women; Alanna Walters (Williams Lake SC) Sr Silver Women; Meagan Pankratz (Glengarry SC)

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Restoring sockeye leads to new business Steve Kidd

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The Okanagan Nation Alliance has created a new company, with the single goal of continuing their program of restoring sockeye salmon to Okanagan lakes and rivers. Okanagan Select is producing a line of salmon products, from canned salmon to candied and smoked varieties. But the money generated through sales gets poured back into the enhancement project. “Any of the profit made off selling the product is put right back into the fisheries program,” said Sandy Terbasket, marketing manager for Okanagan Select, noting that it might be used to create a new spawning ground, or to repair and maintain fish ladders. “This isn’t a business enterprise where we are looking at generating thousands of dollars of profit, because the money just goes right back into the program,” said Terbasket. For more than a decade, the ONA fisheries department has been working on restoring the sockeye run, reaching a major milestone last year with the opening of a new hatchery at the Penticton Indian Band. Since 2010, the success of the program has been shown in the size of the sockeye run, in numbers that haven’t been seen since 1938.

That made it possible for the ONA to start a small artisan fishery, using sustainable methods. The offshoot of that, said Terbasket is Okanagan Select. “It is not farmed salmon. It is wild salmon, fish that live in the freshwater streams and return to the ocean and come back,” she said. “We don’t overharvest. We want them to spawn naturally, but at the same time, we are helping them along.” Okanagan Select has even earned an Ocean Wise endorsement for their sustainable practices. The ONA didn’t conduct a fishery this year due to the extra stress being place on the salmon trying to make their way through the overheated water in local rivers, but Terbasket said they have a stock of flash-frozen salmon from last year to meet their needs for processed products. Currently, Okanagan Select products are available at Farmers’ Markets in Penticton and Summerland, as well as select retailers, like Whole Foods and some area wineries, including Tinhorn Creek and Covert Farms. “We’ve only been doing Farmers’ Markets since probably the second week of July and we already have 20 to 30 per cent returning customers,” said Terbasket. “They just love our product, there is a lot of support for the sustainability aspect, they like buying local.

“But they just really enjoy the product, because it is high quality. Our customers say the canned salmon is the freshest they have tasted — it tastes like salmon.” Some, she said, are an easy sale. “Candied salmon is a favourite with just about everybody. Kids love it and I think parents and families are recognizing this is a good way for getting their kids to eat fish,” said Terbasket, noting there are no preservatives or chemicals in any of the products. The smoked salmon is especially popular with the travelling crowd. “I have a lot of hikers and campers buying it, just because it doesn’t require refrigeration,” she said. “The hikers like it because it has high protein, it’s light and it doesn’t take up much space in their bags.” Okanagan Select will have a presence this weekend at the seventh annual Feast of Fields in Kelowna. “We’re connected with Slow Foods (Okanagan) at that event, so we are kind of tag teaming with them. It would be nice to showcase our product up in the Kelowna area,” said Terbasket. “We’re looking to expand a little bit more. It looks like our product is going to be headed to Fort. St. John.” More information about Okanagan Select can be found online at okanaganselect.ca.

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regional rail trails get tourism boost

A strategy to promote cycling on the rail trails is being developed by the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association. “The centrepiece of the rail trails tourism strategy will be the Kettle Valley/Columbia and Western Railway rail trails routes that form the basis of the Trans Canada Trail throughout the region. TOTA believes the trails have the potential capacity to elevate the tourism experience in both large and small communities situated along the trails.

Standing in front of the kł cp’elk’ stim’ fish hatchery at the Penticton indian Band, Sandy terbasket shows off the range of preserved salmon products being marketed by the okanagan nation alliance under the okanagan Select brand. Money raised through the sale is used to support the ona’s ongoing efforts to restore the okanagan Sockeye run.

“The team at TOTA continues to work with the stakeholders in developing world-class tourism activities, products and facilities,” said Michael Ballingall, chair of TOTA. “Outdoor recreation, soft adventure and specifically the development of the regional rail trails product offer the opportunity for tourism expansion in non-peak periods and provide tourism stakeholders and communities of various sizes the opportunity to participate and build their businesses along the rail trail lines.” “A tourism strategy of this nature is critical to

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the success of developing the rail trails of our region into a viable tourism product offering. The team that has been assembled to lead this process has extensive background in developing comprehensive strategies that produce results,” said Glenn Mandziuk, president and CEO of TOTA. The consultation is scheduled to be completed by late fall 2015. TOTA is working on the strategy in association with Destination BC, Recreation Sites and Trails BC, Trans Canada Trail Society the B.C. Cycling Coalition and the Cyclo Touring B.C. Program.

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The 68th annual Penticton Peach Festival wrapped up five days of free, family fun with the A&W Kiddies Day. The fun kicked off with the Kiddies Day Parade, sponsored by the Downtown Penticton Association, with costume judging in several categories. Kids then made their way to Okanagan Lake Park to enjoy entertainment and activities. Above; Some of the cycling participants in their best gear on the Main Street parade route. At left; Adolf Steffen of LocoLanding Adventure Park helps Baron Cymbaluk, 8, with his moves on the popular apparatus at Okanagan Lake Park during Peachfest.

Above; Lily (left) and Charolette Wicks won second place for their rendition of the Snowbirds who were also at Peachfest. At left; Sisters Hazel (left) and Zuri Moch dressed as the mermaid and tourist were first place winners in the Peach Festival Kiddies Day parade.

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Catherine Mary It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Catherine Mary Heisler (nee Pashak), on August 8, 2015, in Kamloops, BC, at the age of 89 years. Cathie is predeceased by her husband Philip in 2002. She is survived by her loving family, Karen MacLaren (Allan), Kamloops, Laureen Heisler (Norm) OK Falls, Paulette Hikida (Lloyd),Ladner. Grandchildren Janelle Booth (Andrew), Grande Prairie AB; Shaun MacLaren, Kamloops; Jaime Hikida (Jordan), Cloverdale; Katie Hikida, Ladner; Great grandchildren, Logan and Hayden Booth, and brothers Tom & Terry Pashak. She was predeceased by parents, Joe and Sadie Pashak, and brother William Pashak. Cathie was born on Sept 30, 1925 in Calgary, AB. She went to school at St. Mary’s, graduated in 1942, at 16 years old, went to business school, started her first job at Riley’s & McCormacks, then worked at Alberta Nitrogen (CM&S) for 8 years. On Nov 14/53 she married Phil Heisler, and in 1957 the family moved to Dawson Creek, BC. In 1975 they relocated to Tsawwassen, eventually settling in Penticton in 1978. In 2012 she moved to Kamloops. Cathie was an athlete and singer. A great ball player, skier, bowler, rifle sharp shooter, badminton, curler, golfer, pool player and member of Sweet Adelines. Cathie was a dedicated volunteer: St. John’s Ambulance, CWL, Heart & Stroke, various Catholic churches, Rotary Ann, Dawson Creek & Penticton golf clubs, Tee Up for Cancer. She loved to travel, and was particularly proud of obtaining her Rules of Golf Certification. Special thanks to the nurses and staff at Berwick on the Park in Kamloops, and Dr. Peter Loland for their care and attention. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am Saturday August 22 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 361 Wade Ave W. Penticton. Reception to follow at the Trade and Convention Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations to The BC Heart & Stroke Foundation, and BC Cancer Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to Everden Rust Funeral Services, condolences may be offered at www.everdenrust.com. Place a classiﬁed word ad and...

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Employment

Business Opportunities

Drivers/Courier/ Trucking

Education/Trade Schools

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.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

HOME BASE BUSINESS 3 bdrm house with Commercial Kitchen (Vernon). Health Board Approved! Business in operation for over 20 years with loyal clientele. Great opportunity to have your own business. Serious Inquires Only! subsbyu@gmail.com Moving truck & Business for sale. Safety inspected June 2015, fully licensed & insured. Ford 3 ton easy loader, excellent condition. Equipment & uniforms included. Will train in moving & accounting if required. $15,000. 250-4602606

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Anniversaries

Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary

Rev. Mel & Charlette Knoll

Married Aug 14, 1965 in Kitchener, Ont. Moved out to Penticton, B.C. after graduating in 1967 with Masters Degree. Two children, Paul Knoll (Jan Boake Knoll) & Deborah Bownes (Rick Bownes). Blessed with 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. With the Lord by our side, we have enjoyed our years together. (1 Corinthians:13)

Services

Trades, Technical

Cleaning Services

Garden & Lawn

JOURNEYMAN Glazier for full time position in busy Penticton glass shop. Must have valid drivers license. Competitive wage and benefits provided. Send resume via fax (250) 492-3995 or email: info@preglass.com

A) MISS MOP N’ TASKER. Licensed, bonded & insured professional house cleaning service. Contact 250-809-7522

Employment

Peter’s Bros. Construction is looking for entry level employees and experienced labourers, also looking to fill all other positions. These are full-time positions with a full benefit package. Please pick up applications at 716 Okanagan Ave., E., Penticton between 9 am and 3 pm.

Help Wanted ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call 250-979-4357 to set up your FREE consultation in Penticton. Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience BDO Canada Limited Trustee in Bankruptcy 200-1628 Dickson Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9X1

PHOTOGRAPHER REQ’D for School Photography. Contract Position Aug. 23-Nov.15. Must have reliable car, computer skills. Some overnight travel req’d. Training & equip. provided. Email your resume to: peter@mountainwest.ca WANTED: Musical Director for the Penticton Concert Band. Please see information link on www.pentictonconcertband.ca Contact: Andrew Church, 250-496-5137 or abchurch@shaw.ca

Services

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

MACHINIST JOURNEYMAN NEEDED ASAP! Permanent full time in a Kamloops Machine Shop! Competitive wage and benefit package. Fax resume to 250-828-9498 or email it to cir@telus.net

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Help Wanted

Trades, Technical

MAJOR RETAIL STORE REQUIRES

IN-STORE SECURITY OFFICER Married August 14, 1965

August 14, 2015

Celebrations

HAPPY 95th BIRTHDAY HAZEL!!

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. Please send your resume to: The Penticton Western News Box 401, 2250 Camrose Street Penticton BC V2A 8R1 Applications will be accepted until August 21, 2015

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Carriers Needed 2 Days a Week - Early Mornings Long time Penticton resident, HAZEL PICTON, is 95 years young! Born August 17,1920, in Kelvington Sask, Hazel moved to the sunny Okanagan in 1948 with her husband and two young children. She has seen many changes, but always, with the warm sun and the two lakes, it has remained Hazel’s little paradise. Her bountiful vegetable garden, and beautiful roses kept her busy from dawn to dusk, and she is famous for her delicious borsch and tarts, (both of which she is graciously willing to share the recipes for, but somehow never taste as good as hers). Hazel has taken to enjoying a few more naps these days, but she is still a spunky ol’ girl, living true to her own advice: “Be happy and enjoy the little things in life - they go a long way - and if you fall down, get back up and keep going...” (And she most certainly does!) Happiest birthday wishes, lots of love, and many blessings to you Hazel!! XOXO

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Painting & Decorating

Contractors

HERE COME THE PAINTERS, 15 years experience, Interior/Exterior, 250-486-2331

BLUEPRINT CONST. Garages, Decks, Foundations & Skid Steer Operation. Call Steve 250-488-6886

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Countertops

(1) 250-899-3163

3 Rooms For $299

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

Garden & Lawn

Family Yard & Lawn Care. Free Estimates. 250-770-0827 Valley Wide Lawn Care, Call Gerald for prompt, curtious, reliable service, 250-493-5161 Valley Wide Lawn Care, Full lawn core aeration plus fall fertilizer application, only $79.99 most size lawns, Call 250-4935161 Valley Wide Lawn Care, Fully experienced landscape, evergreen hedge & fruit tree pruner, (250)493-5161

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

B&C Cleaning; residential, commercial & construction cleaning, lawn mowing, yard clean-ups & garbage removal to landfill, licensed, bonded & Worksafe. Bill & Cheryl Watson, (250)488-7964

Del’s Lawn & Yard Services, Do you need your lawn cut and/or cared for? For friendly, dependable service, call Del, reasonable rates, (250)4888079, DIH Enterprises

Services

2 Coats Any Colour

Home Improvements ALL of your masonry needs: STUCCO, STONE, BRICK, BLOCK etc. We make a variety of concrete pavers and yard ornaments. Call, Text, Email or leave a message. My name is Tero. Phone: 250-487-9870. Email:cashback@hushmail.me CALL NOW 4 FREE ESTIMATE https://www.facebook.com/ FINNKINsilkplaster

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Painting & Reno’s

licensed, insured, WCB

roong, painting, tiling, ooring, kitchen/bath reno’s, carpentry nishing,

Len (250)486-8800

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Help Wanted

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

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

Interested in becoming a Zamboni Operator? The South Okanagan Events Centre is hiring for a part-time position, no experience necessary. Contact: Joe Dias, Operations Manager, 250-490-2361 or e-mail: joe.dias@penticton.ca.

NOW HIRING IN THE SOUTH OKANAGAN

Fight Back. Volunteer your time, energy and skills today.

Title of Position: Food Counter Attendant (NOC: 6641); Part Time: $10.50/Hour; Full Time: $11.50/Hour after 90 days of employment. Available Flex Wage and Guaranteed 40 hours/ week all year round: $12.00/Hour; Up to $1.00 hourly incentive. Monthly bonuses for all Team Members. Benefits: Extended Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Christmas Bonuses; Growth available within the company. Anticipate Start Date: As soon as possible. Experience: Not Required; Education: Not applicable, Not required. Contact Information: By Email: b.sym@shaw.ca; By Fax: 1-778-476-5991; By Mail: 331 Martin Street Penticton, B.C. V2A 5K6

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Pets & Livestock

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

Merchandise for Sale

Antiques / Vintage Cabinets and toys, (250)4904025

Appliances GE Gas Range Stove, like new, $900, call (250)8090707, serious inquiries only

Auctions Silent Auction, 33 Collections, (250)490-4025, 2923 Juniper Dr.

Garage Sales

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Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Garage Sales

Heavy Duty Machinery

Mobile Homes & Parks

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. Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

#16 Riva Ridge Penticton Spacious modular home located in family park. Enjoy the lake view from your private covered deck. Warm up next to a real wood fireplace in your new home. You will have room for company with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Ample parking with two paved driveways, and a nice workshop for the handyman. 1440 sq.ft., $74,900. Vendor Financing avail. to qualified buyers, Ernie Sheridan, 250488-1688, Coldwell Banker, Ok Rlty MLS.

Firearms

Furniture

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

Shufﬂe board table, full size with extras, $600, 2 beveled thick glass tables, $150 ea., executive wood desk set, 60x30” with hutch plus writing desk, 33x18” and chair, $600, call (250)492-7516

Tika T3 338 win. mag.; 4 semi auto 22’s (1 is 597 Remington, 1 model 64 Savage, 1 Ruger 10/22, Marlin 702) all 22’s have scope or red dot, all guns are 1 year old or newer. Call Dave for pricing 1-236-4261987 must have Pal

Garage Sale, 125 Christie Mtn. Lane, Heritage Hills, Ok Falls, Sat., Aug. 15 & Sun., Aug. 16, 8am-1pm, furniture, good stuff & free stuff!

Free Items Plastic white (250)493-0989

table,

34”,

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Garage Sales

Adoption

Garage Sale & More!

crafts - lemonade stand Sat., August 15th - 8am-1pm

168 Yorkton Ave.

Garage Sales

Garage Sale, Sat. Aug. 15, 9am-1pm, 642 Papineau St. Huge Yard Sale, lots of stuff, tools, clothes, you name it, anything and everything! 1391 Commercial Way and Carmi. IN CONDO HOME SALE every day and evening. Free articles, very low prices, things must go! Watch for the balloon. #206-1860 Atkinson St. Last Day for Silent bids on 33 Collections, Compact stereo music system, records, tools, bookcases, art, Christmas items, 2923 Juniper Dr., 8am-noon, Sat. Aug. 15 MOVING SALE! Antiques, Vintage jewelry and much more. 571 Edna Ave. Sat. Aug 15, 8am-noon

clothing - kids’ toys - baking featuring bread from

Moving Sale, Downsizing, curio & stereo cabinets, tools, misc. household items, Sat., Aug. 15, 9am-2pm, 210 Yorkton Ave.

All proceeds go to fund our international adoption.

Moving Sale, Sat., Aug. 15, 8am-2pm, 128 Laird Pl. Yard Sale, Sat., Aug. 15, 9am, 1798 & 1806 Quebec St.

WOUDA’S BAKERY

Legal Notices

Moving Sale must sell, need it gone by Saturday! 20 gal. aquarium with geometric stand $75, Panasonic Blu Ray with surround sound $100, heavy duty Coleman patio heater $125, 2 wicker patio loungers $25, Quality office furniture and all in one printer, Danby Stainless steel outdoor fridge $40, brand new hide abed $350, quality wicker chair with pad $35, standing lamp $50, other misc items, 250-493-9296 Multi-Family Garage Sale, NASCAR, Coke, PEZ and other collectibles, furniture, household/yard, Alley 1100 Block Kilwinning St., Sat., Aug. 15, 8am-2pm. Multi-Family Yard Sale Something for everyone! Sat., Aug. 15, 8am-noon Graystone Court 232 Kinney Ave. Sat/Sun, Aug. 15 & 16, 9am2pm, household items, misc., 186 Gardner Crt. SILENT AUCTION on 33 collections, cabinets, bookcases, hutch, from $20+, sewing notions/machine & knitting, records, tools, books, everything Christmas, vintage toys, 2923 Juniper Dr., 8am-noon, Sat., Aug. 15th. Sunday, Aug. 16, 9am-1pm. Downsizing, lots of items. #63-999 Burnaby Ave.

Legal Notices

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 86 of the Community Charter, that the Board of Directors of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen seek the approval of the electors with the boundaries of the Naramata Water System Local Service Area of the Regional District for the adoption of Naramata Water System Back-Up Power Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2696, 2015. In general terms, the bylaw is to authorize borrowing upon the credit of the Regional District a sum not more than one million dollars ($1,000,000) for the purpose of acquiring and have installed all such materials as may be requisite or desirable for or in connection with back-up generator power for the community water utility. The alternative approval process applies to qualified electors within the Naramata Water System Local Service Area. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Regional District may proceed with the approval of Naramata Water System Back-Up Power Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2696, 2015 unless at least ten percent (10%) of the qualified electors (those meeting the criteria below) within the Naramata Water System Local Service Area indicate their opposition by signing the Elector Response Form. The Regional District has estimated the total number of qualified electors in the service area to be 1420 and that 10% of that number, or 142 qualified electors, must submit signed Elector Response Forms to prevent the Regional District from adopting the bylaw without the full assent of the electors by referendum. An elector response form must be in the form established by the Regional District. Elector Response Forms are available from the Regional District office, including by mail, fax, or email, on request or on the Regional District website at www.rdos.bc.ca. The deadline for delivering the original signed Elector Response Form to the Regional District is 4:30 pm on Monday September 21, 2015. The only persons entitled to sign an Elector Response Form are those who meet the following criteria:

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Misc. for Sale

Rentals

10 speed men’s bike, $50, oak dining table, $300, Kenmore serger, $99, planters, $5, 20ft alum. ladder, $18, full set golf clubs, $375, 250-770-1757

Commercial/ Industrial

Misc. Wanted Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Sets, Paper $ etc Call Chad at 250-499-0251

Real Estate For Sale By Owner

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

Duplex / 4 Plex

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

2bdrm 2bath unit, laminate floors, central location, private parking, cat ok with deposit, $1050/mo., 250-488-7902

Legal Notices

Naramata Fire Truck Acquisition Loan Authorization Bylaw BYLAW No. 2698, 2015

Naramata Water System Back-Up Power Loan Authorization Bylaw BYLAW No. 2696, 2015 Notice of Alternative Approval Process

Hobbies & Crafts DESIGNER Art Shirts now available! Local artist Will Hoffman now has specially designed Tees that you can now order online at: www.willhoff.ca

Notice of Alternative Approval Process

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 86 of the Community Charter, that the Board of Directors of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen seek the approval of the electors with the boundaries of the Naramata Fire Prevention and Suppression Local Service Area of the Regional District for the adoption of Naramata Fire Truck Acquisition Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2698, 2015. In general terms, the bylaw is to authorize borrowing upon the credit of the Regional District a sum not more than four hundred thousand dollars ($400,000) for the purpose of acquiring and have installed all such materials as may be requisite or desirable in connection with the purchase of a fire truck in and for the Naramata Fire Prevention and Suppression Local Service. The alternative approval process applies to qualified electors within the Naramata Fire Prevention and Suppression Local Service Area. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT the Regional District may proceed with the approval of Naramata Fire Truck Acquisition Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 2698, 2015 unless at least ten percent (10%) of the qualified electors (those meeting the criteria below) within the Naramata Fire Prevention and Suppression Local Service Area indicate their opposition by signing the Elector Response Form. The Regional District has estimated the total number of qualified electors in the service area to be 1420 and that 10% of that number, or 142 qualified electors, must submit signed Elector Response Forms to prevent the Regional District from adopting the bylaw without the full assent of the electors by referendum. An elector response form must be in the form established by the Regional District. Elector Response Forms are available from the Regional District office, including by mail, fax, or email, on request or on the Regional District website at www.rdos.bc.ca. The deadline for delivering the original signed Elector Response Form to the Regional District is 4:30 pm on Monday September 21, 2015. The only persons entitled to sign an Elector Response Form are those who meet the following criteria:

Resident electors must: (a) be 18 years of age or older; (b) be a Canadian citizen; (c) be a resident of British Columbia, for at least 6 months; (d) be a resident of the Naramata Water System Local Service Area for at least 30 days; and (e) not be disqualified by an Provincial enactment, or otherwise disqualified by law, from voting in an election.

Resident electors must: (a) be 18 years of age or older; (b) be a Canadian citizen; (c) be a resident of British Columbia, for at least 6 months; (d) be a resident of the Naramata Fire Prevention and Suppression Local Service Area for at least 30 days; and (e) not be disqualified by an Provincial enactment, or otherwise disqualified by law, from voting in an election.

Non-Resident property electors must: (a) not be entitled to register as a resident elector of the Naramata Water System Local Service Area; (b) be 18 years of age or older; (c) be a Canadian citizen; (d) be a resident of British Columbia, for at least 6 months; (e) be a registered owner of real property in the jurisdiction for at least 30 days; (f) not be disqualified by any Provincial enactment or otherwise disqualified by law, from voting in an election; and (g) only register as a non-resident property elector in relation to one parcel of real property in a jurisdiction.

Non-Resident property electors must: (a) not be entitled to register as a resident elector of the Naramata Fire Prevention and Suppression Local Service Area; (b) be 18 years of age or older; (c) be a Canadian citizen; (d) be a resident of British Columbia, for at least 6 months; (e) be a registered owner of real property in the jurisdiction for at least 30 days; (f) not be disqualified by any Provincial enactment or otherwise disqualified by law, from voting in an election; and (g) only register as a non-resident property elector in relation to one parcel of real property in a jurisdiction.

The bylaw is available for public inspection at the Regional District Office 101 Martin Street, Penticton, BC V2A 5J9, during regular office hours, or alternatively, on our website at www.rdos.bc.ca.

For more information on the alternative approval process please contact: Christy Malden, Manager of Legislative Services 101 Martin Street, Penticton, BC V2A 2A5 250-490-4146 1-877-610-3737 [toll free] cmalden@rdos.bc.ca

Rentals Homes for Rent 3bdrm 2bath house with 1bdrm den inlaw suite, near schools, hospital, shopping, transit, 790 E. Duncan Ave., $1600/mo., 250-492-4832 3 bdrm, 2 bath lakeview house, with all appliances. NS. Ref’s req’d. Avail immed. $1600/mo + util.250-494-5177. 4bdrm Skaha Lakefront, avail. Sept. 15-May 31, fully furn., pet ok, $2700 incl. util., (250)809-6800 Avail. Sept. 1, centrally located, near H & all amen. 3bdrm 2.5ba, rec rm, fenced yard, 5appl., ns, np, 1 year lease req., (250)770-0888 Oliver, 3bdrm, 1.5bath, avail. Sept. 1, covered/RV parking, long term, adults pref., limit 3 people, np, ns, no parties, $1400/mo. (incl. water), first & last month rent, (250)4988869, no calls after 7pm

Suites, Lower 2bdrm 1 bath basement suite, f/s, Wiltse area, close to school, (250)493-9357

Suites, Upper 2bdrm, main floor, util. incl., ns, np, avail. ASAP or Sept. 1, $900, mature person pref., ref’s req., (250)490-9781 after 4pm

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts Canopy (red) for 2004 Ford Ranger Club cab, midsize, $450, (250)492-7927 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 2001 Chrysler Concord, excellent condition, $4000 obo, (250)493-0214 2008 Chevy Cobalt, coupe, 5 speed manual, one owner, 42,000 kms., permashine, undercoating, back-up camera Perfect car for a younger or older person who needs a car they can depend on. Like new condition Mike 250-492-5943

Commercial Vehicles Moving truck & Business for sale. Safety inspected June 2015, fully licensed & insured. Ford 3 ton easy loader, excellent condition. Equipment & uniforms included. Will train in moving & accounting if required. $15,000. 250-4602606

Sport Utility Vehicle 1989 Chev Blazer S10, 4x4, new paint, tires & seats, Edlebrock cam & lifters & headers, $2700, 250-492-4639

Trucks & Vans 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. 1 owner, 151094 k, 4x4 Michelin tires, new tire monitor sensors, new brakes all around, excellent condition, 3rd row leather seats. Ph. 250-295-6539 $12500 2006 Toyota Sienna CE, seats 7, great cond., 151K, incl. 4 snows on rims, $9200, (250)493-7388 2011 Ford F350 Crew Cab Longbox 4x4, 6.2l gas, XLT auto, tow package, a/c, cruise, tilt, p/w, p/l, 106,000 kms, good tires, $19,900 obo 1-250546-0994 or 1-250-503-4504

Boats 17.5’ Deep V Bowrider Larson, 150 horse Mercury, 2 electric down riggers, new top & upholstery, $7500, 250-498-4987 2015 Boreal/Compass 12’ red/white Kayak, c/w paddle, lifejacket, 2-wheel carrier, roof rack, etc,etc, 2 months old used twice. Will sell for $1500. (250)558-8958

Adult Escorts MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95., Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048

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calendar AnAvets hAs kArAoke with Shawna at 7:30 p.m. elks Club on Ellis Street have a mini dart tourney, registration at 6 p.m., drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m. eAgles Club hAs Friday Night Live dinner at 5 p.m. and entertainment at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome. south MAin Drop-in Centre has bocce and yoga at 9 a.m., Tai Chi at 10:30 a.m., Mah Jong and a blood donor clinic from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m.[fr] royAl CAnADiAn legion branch 40 has fish and chips lunch at 11:30 a.m. Steak and baked potato dinner with all the trimmings at 5:30 p.m. singles lunCh group for 65-plus seniors meets at noon. Meet new friends and chat. Call 250-4965980 or 250-770-8622 for more info. the bereAveMent resourCe Centre at 129 Nanaimo Ave. W has weekly drop-in grief support sessions Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Adults welcome. For more information on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, please call 250-4901107.[fr] the oliver senior Centre, 5876 Airport St., has bingo with a loonie pot every Friday at 1 p.m. Everyone welcome. Al-Anon Meets At the Bethel Pentecostal Church at 945 Main St.

from 6 to 7 p.m. For info call 250-490-9272. AlCoholiCs AnonyMous hAs Nooners meetings Monday to Friday noon at 1265 Fairview Rd. Call service 24 hours is 250-490-9216. Friends group meets at Bethel Church at 7:30 p.m., 945 Main St. The Summerland group meets at 7:30 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the basement. pentiCton seniors CoMputer Club drop-in sessions Monday and Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 439 Winnipeg St. People may sign up for memberships, classes or have computer problems solved. Picture class Mondays at 2:30 p.m.

SATURDAY August 15

eAgles Club hAs member appreciation day, burgers and fries at noon, beaver races at 4 p.m. AlCoholiCs AnonyMous hAs daily meetings in Penticton and area. Call 250-490-9216 (24 hours). ChArity bottle Drive with all money going to the Penticton Regional Hospital paediatric ward, SPCA, Critteraid and the Summerland food bank. Drop off from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays at Penticton and Summerland IGA stores. elks Club on Ellis Street has crib at 10 a.m., drop-in darts and early bird draw at 4 p.m., a meat draw at 4:30 p.m.

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calendar SurvivorShip’S Flea Market runs every Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. weather permitting at Fairview Plaza, 1652 Fairview Rd. For info, call 250-493-6604.

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August 17 Monday night pub league

is holding their annual general meeting at 7 p.m. at the Elks Club. in Penticton. Please, all attend or make sure a team member attends.[0817p] royal Canadian legion branch 40 has lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., dart dolls at 11 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m. iode thriFt Shop at 464

Main St. is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Clothing, kitchenwares, China items and more. South Main drop-in Centre has bocce and improver line dance at 9 a.m., Scrabble at 10 a.m., intermediate line dance and duplicate bridge at 1 p.m.

elkS Club on Ellis Street has fun darts at 7 p.m. Weekly Support group at the Penticton Regional Hospital Mood Clinic for family or friends of any person who has a mental illness from noon to 1 p.m. Call 250493-7338 for details. line danCing at the Oliver Senior Centre

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toaStMaSterS, Where leaderS are made. Drop in to South Okanagan Toastmasters any Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 5876 Airport St., Oliver. See and hear what we are all about. Contact Bill at 250-485-0006 or stillbill938@gmail.com. Meditation / y oga vegetarian

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is upstairs in the Elks Lodge at 344 Ellis St. in Penticton on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Donations accepted. night MarketS on the lawn in front of the SS Sicamous, right by the beach, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. through to Sept. 1. The markets are free to attend and feature games, local artisans and a selection of food vendors. The SS Sicamous will also be open late, until 8:30 p.m., if visitors would like to explore inside the museum.[091p] M o t h e r - to - M o t h e r breaStFeeding Support

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of La Leche League Canada. Meetings on the third and fourth Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon. Call 250-494-1894 or email pentictonlllc@ gmail.com for the location of the meeting. All mothers and babies are welcome. More info at www.lllc.ca.[tu0304] viSpaSSana (inSight) Meditation for beginners or mature practitioners every Tuesday evening from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Please call Debora for details at 250-462-7340. South Main drop-in Centre has ultra-beginner line dance at 9 a.m., lunch at 11:30 a.m., partner bridge at 12:45 p.m., knitting and crocheting at 1 p.m. topS b.C. 4454 has weekly meetings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 445 Ellis St. Use back lane entrance. Meetings are downstairs. Phone Pat at 250-493-7887 or Sally at 250-492-6556. elkS on elliS Street has summer fun darts and 10-card crib at 7 p.m. pentiCton photography Club welcomes all photographers for slide shows, speakers, tips and networking every fourth Tuesday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Shatford Centre. More info at pentictonphotoclub@gmail.com. $5 drop-in, $50/year.[tu04] M ental W ellneSS Centre has individual support for family members in Summerland from 10 a.m. to noon at 13211 Henry St. C anadian r oyal legion has an executive meeting at 10 a.m., lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., service officer at 1 p.m. and wings night at 6 p.m. Jam contest hosted by the

Surf Cats at 7 p.m. e vening p ieCeFul Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Lunch Connexions for Widow and Widowers is the second Thursday of each month at noon for socializing and support. Please phone Marianne at 250-7707865 or Evelyn at 250770-7865 for more info and location.[Th02] pentiCton ConCert band rehearses from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lutheran Church, 1370 Church St. Intermediate to advanced musicians. All band instruments. The band is available for performances. Phone 250-809-2087 for info or email info@ pentictonconcertband. ca. 890 Wing oF South Okanagan Air Force Association gets together for a gab and coffee every Tuesday at 9 a.m. at 126 Dakota Ave. Fraternal order oF the Eagles has drop-in euchre at 7 p.m. the South okanagan and Similkameen MS Society has an informal coffee group that meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at Cherry Lane Shopping Centre. For more info, call Sherry at 250-4936564 or email sherry. wezner@mssociety.ca. a l C o h o l i C S a nonyMouS young person’s group at 7:30 p.m. in the Skaha Lake gazebo for the summer. Call/text Guy at 250460-2466 or Niki at 250-460-0798. al-anon For FriendS and family of alcoholics meets at 10:30 a.m. at the Concordia Lutheran Church, 2800 South Main St. Call 250-490-9272 for information.

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