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Volunteer work

A Summerland volunteer is involved in various community activities and initiatives.

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Poppy season

The Summerland Legion’s annual poppy drive has begun.

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Writing camp

A former participant will take over the B.C. Youth Writers Camp.

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Going to India

A Summerland family will bring their music to India this winter.

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Playing hockey

The Summerland Dental Centre Bantam Jets earned a win against a Kelowna team.

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On the ice

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The Summerland Steam and the Nelson Leafs played an intense game of Junior B hockey at the Summerland Arena on Sunday afternoon. The Steam defeated the Leafs 2-1 in that game.

Cougars observed John Arendt

The dry year and earlier fire season has brought cougars into Summerland and other areas of the South Okanagan in search of food this fall. “We’ve had a lot more cougar sightings this year than usual,” said Zoe Kirk, WildSafeBC community coordinator with the Regional District of Okanagan

Similkameen. In Summerland, one of the

ing concerns about safety. However, Kirk said the risk of a cougar attack is low, even with “We are getting more cougar sightings, the increased of but it hasn’t translated into a lot more number sightings this destructions.” Zoe Kirk year. “Generally, cougars are recent sightings was near the for- pretty solitary and secretive,” she mer Glenfir School property, rais- said. “It’s the odd cougar that gets

into trouble.” Cougars are B.C.’s largest wild cat, averaging 45 to 57 kilograms and measuring up to 2.75 metres long, including their tails. “We are getting more cougar sightings, but it hasn’t translated into a lot more destructions,” she said. Kirk urges residents to take the same precautions as she recommends for bears. See MEASURES Page 3

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EDITORIAL Controlling cougars Throughout British Columbia, interactions between people and wildlife are a fact of life. When these encounters happen in rural or undeveloped areas, they can occur without significant consequences, but in urban areas, an encounter with wildlife has the potential to end badly. Each year, conservation officers receive calls about bears in Summerland and in recent years, cougars have been seen in parts of the community, as well as elsewhere in the Okanagan Valley. This year, because of the dry conditions and the significant fire season, the number of sightings is higher than usual. While the sighting of a cougar does not necessarily translate into an attack, the risk is present. These are wild predators and must be treated as such. Wild animals of all sorts have been seen in Summerland and the surrounding area. Some, such as rodents and raccoons, are primarily a nuisance, but others, such as bears and cougars, can present a significant danger. According to WildSafeBC, cougars are solitary animals, preferring to avoid contact with humans. However, when an encounter occurs, it can end tragically. The risk of an encounter with wildlife cannot be eliminated, but it can be reduced. The precautions have been repeated time and again. Wild animals will show up in urban areas if they think they can find easy sources of food. Garbage can attract bears and other wildlife. Bird feeders and seed is seen as a convenient food source for rodents and raccoons. If the food sources are not easily available, wildlife encounters will happen far less frequently. And if the smaller wildlife are deterred, the predators will not see Summerland and the surrounding area as an easy place to find food.

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A show of support for Canada’s troops

The display at a store till a few days ago caught my attention. A small basket had yellow lapel pins in the design of a ribbon with the words, Support Our Troops. I’ve seen the same symbol, in the form of a magnetic Support Our Troops ribbon, affixed to the rear of cars and trucks. The symbol is meant to show a commitment to the Canadian Forces. Canada’s military operates with a budget of roughly $20.1 billion. There are 68,250 active members and 119,000 in reserves. At present, around 700 are deployed. Some believe our military is underfunded and too small to meet Canada’s needs. Others have raised questions about the changing role of Canada’s military presence. For some Canadians, support for the military is important and yellow ribbons are a way of showing that support.

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John Arendt In the days leading up to Remembrance Day on Nov. 11, it is likely the Support Our Troops message will appear more often. Stickers, pins and clothing with the logo can be purchased online at supportourtroops.ca, through the Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services. This agency is under the administration of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces. A lapel pin costs $2.99 and a magnetic sticker is just $3.49. It’s a small price to pay. It’s easy to purchase and wear a pin, or to put a sticker on the rear of a vehicle,

but how much can such a gesture accomplish? During both world wars, supporting Canada’s troops took on a different meaning. Canadians at home planted victory gardens and contributed to scrap metal drives and other initiatives to help with the war effort. These initiatives were in addition to the food and fuel

Of these, 45,000 died in action and another 54,000 were wounded. Some of those names are listed on the cenotaph in Memorial Park. Times are different now and comparisons with World War II fall flat. At its peak, the Nazi forces had 18 million members. Today, the forces of ISIS, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, are estimated at between

It’s easy to purchase and wear a pin, or to put a sticker on the rear of a vehicle, but how much can such a gesture accomplish? rationing which had been imposed to ensure supplies were available for those in the military. And far beyond these measures, Canadians served. Around 620,000 Canadians served during World War I. Of these, 67,000 were killed in action and another 250,000 were wounded. During World War II, roughly 1.1 million served.

10,000 and 20,000 members. For a better comparison, look back roughly 100 years to World War I. Then, as now, there was one global superpower (the United Kingdom then; the United States today.) Then, as now, there was volatility in smaller nations, with tensions ready to erupt. The location has changed from the

Balkan States in Europe to places like Ukraine, North Korea and a number of Middle East countries. The escalation which led to the start of World War I could easily replay today, and the results would be significant, especially with today’s increasingly sophisticated weapons. Tensions at the end of that war created conditions which led to the start of World War II, less than two decades later. The two world wars also were catalysts in the rise of communism and the resulting Cold War between the United States and the former Soviet Union. This is a part of our history none would want to see repeated. Ribbons are fine as a show of support, but a better way to support our troops is to work for peace, to find solutions so another global war does not occur. John Arendt is the editor of the Summerland Review.

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THE EARLY YEARS

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Lest We Forget

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This reunion, 10 years after the end of World War II, meant a lot to these soldiers. Veterans of both World Wars, the men valued the opportunity to meet with others who had shared the same experiences and understood. They gathered at the cenotaph in Memorial Park to remember and honour their comrades who didn’t make it home but gave their lives for the community of Summerland and for Canada. “When you go home tell them of us and say, For your tomorrow we gave our today.” On Nov. 11, we will gather at the cenotaph as a community to remember those who fought for our freedom. We shall remember them.

Burgers, milkshakes are available locally Dear Editor: Isn’t it nice to know that after almost five years in business, four of which being located right on the corner of a busy main street, that Rob Murphy, the sales manager of the Review, where I probably spend more than $1,000 a year, could put in his special

request for a place downtown where he can get a burger and a milkshake. Well, we have been serving burgers at our store and currently are offering 11 flavours of the best milkshakes that he has probably ever tasted. What is the next special request, Rob? Maybe a hardware store on

Main Street, or how about a coffee shop at Main and Victoria, or maybe an artisan bread baker… Then we wonder why businesses don’t come to Summerland. Steve Oram All You Need Is One Summerland

Reconciliation: a meaningful step Dear Editor Re: Myths of the Highway of Tears (B.C. Views, Oct. 29). Tom Fletcher’s column triggered my memory of the dog whistle politics we saw in the recent federal election. The Highway of Tears is not a myth and using mythology in the title of that column is an insult to the hundreds of Aboriginal families who have lost loved ones as a result of many tragedies that have occurred on that road and across this country. The identity politics of the outgoing prime minister were properly rewarded, and the party that showed Stephen Harper the door at 24 Sussex Drive has promised an inquiry into the disproportionate number of

murders and disappearances that continue to occur in the Aboriginal population. It would be hoped that an inquiry will begin to expose the depth and colour of systemic issues inherent in Canadian institutions that help perpetuate these tragedies, and that the new federal government will commit to real solutions from its recommendations. The incoming prime minister has made further commitments to the 92 recommendations that came out of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) process. The TRC has helped many Canadians to understand the origins of deeprooted problems faced by Aboriginal communities both on and off reserve, and

to help them move Canadians individually and collectively to a reconciliation commitment. Those current and future problems will always be about the quality of the relationship between the First Nations people and the general non-native population. Improving the transportation options for people in the North is primary, but it does not solve the systemic problems that continue to poison opportunities for everyone to work together to end the dysphoria that

has dominated Aboriginal communities both on and off reserve. Reconciliation Canada (reconciliationcanada.ca) is a key agent of change in this space and is dedicated to building meaningful relationships where all Canadians achieve their full potential and shared prosperity. Getting informed is the first step. Stepping into this discourse is the next. I am stepping in. Carl Mashon Victoria

Thanks for help after fall

Dear Editor: A very high thank you to the lovely person who drove me home after a fall in front of city hall. I’ll always remember that yellow VW Beetle! Aren’t Summerlanders wonderful? Marj Plitt Summerland

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Trust is a very important part of any relationship. You need to be able to trust your dentist. As health care professionals, we see immediate concerns like broken teeth, but we can also have the ability to foretell the future! I like to describe three categories of treatment for all my patients: 1. Urgent care for pain, infection, or decay. I recommend dealing with this as soon as possible to prevent more dentistry and possible health emergencies. For example, if there is decay between the teeth, I recommend fixing it before it gets larger and causes pain or needs a root canal. 2. Preventative care is where there is a significant risk that problems will happen if left untreated. For example, if you have a large filling on your back tooth there is a risk it will break. Preventative care would be to cover the tooth with a crown before that happens to prevent more dentistry like root canals or extractions. This treatment can be done at the convenience of the patient taking into consideration their comfort for the risk of what might happen without treatment. 3. Cosmetic care is primarily for appearance purposes and does not reduce the risk for further dental treatment. This may include whitening, veneers, or orthodontics. Cosmetic care is entirely at the patient’s discretion. Most people are aware of “urgent care” treatment requirements, but not all. “Preventative care” treatment is likely what you have been offered. Some people are comfortable with the risks and opt to defer “preventative care” treatment until it becomes “urgent care.” I encourage you to share your priorities with your dentist and understand the risks of deferring treatment.

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Benefits of chamber questioned Dear Editor: Re: Chamber Benefits I am a music teacher, owner of Perry Music Studio and a licensed business operator in Summerland. I would like to comment in response to the buzz around Business Week, Oct. 26 to 30. A number of years ago, when membership in the Chamber of Commerce became mandatory, my business license fee was increased by 60 per cent overnight. As a small business owner who wanted to operate legitimately in Summerland, I dug deep and paid up. Businesses are told that

membership in the Chamber of Commerce is free. It is not. Our higher license fees reflect a surtax to support the Chamber. As a piano teacher, many of the “free” initiatives put on by the Chamber are of no use to me because the focus of my business is geared towards educating children. I cannot participate in the Business after Business networking because that is when I am working. I do not serve the tourist industry and my livelihood does not rely on bringing in customer traffic by advertising in other communities.

The health insurance benefit program is completely beyond my means and the “email blasts” that the chamber offers to its members only serves to hit other chamber businesses and targets a demographic that has no use for the services I provide. To date, the only benefit I have received from the Chamber of Commerce was a comprehensive free listing on the website. This was a tremendous boon as I do not have the means to provide and run my own private website. Imagine my shock then, when I sent the parent of a

potential new student to the “New and Improved” website and was informed that the information had vanished. Imagine my outrage when, upon making inquiry to the Chamber about this lack, that I was informed I could pay “only” an extra $85 per year to have information about my business on this site. Over the years I have been a small business owner in Summerland, I have paid what amounts to roughly two month’s earnings in business license fees. Considering that the only initiative that was of benefit to my business, the website list-

Store did not display poppy tray Dear Editor: We all believe that every Canadian shares the value of supporting our veterans. Not so much in Summerland. My experience with merchants and

restaurants in town is that they look that the Legion was welcome to solicit forward to receiving their Legion donations outside the store. poppy trays. I pointed out that the Legion did This includes locally owned estab- not have the manpower to do this, lishments as well as national fran- and she reluctantly accepted the chises and chain stores. tray. All donations to the Upon my return, two days later to annual Legion Poppy Drive replenish the tray, I discovered that leading up to Remembrance the tray had never been displayed. Day are directed to servicing To the best of my knowledge, this the needs of local veterans is the one and only instance of a Sumand to provincial care facili- merland retailer refusing to support ties in the Lower Mainland. our veterans. Do YOU Have The Guts To Lose Weight? The new Dollarama store John Dorn So you’ve joined the gym and hit the spin classes. You’ve also been ferat first declined to accept a Past President vently reading the labels on everything at the grocery store and opted for poppy tray. Summerland Legion Branch 22 the healthiest options you can muster. The manager suggested Summerland When you go out to eat at the restaurant you keep your eyes peeled for the heart-smart, calorie-wise, nutrient-dense options available. Once you get your meal and you tuck in to the greenery rich treat before you and you glance over at the svelte patron, who looks like they just FROM CHALLENGE TO OPPORTUNITY! came from a health magazine cover photo shoot, and take note of what the waiter has set in front of them. You may experience a slight pain of Your input is needed….get involved in the process! disappointment when you notice the rich juicy hamburger and pomme frites combination they’re about to nosh. NO FAIR. Well, at that moment, you’re only seeing a snapshot of this other perThe Board of Education of School District No. 67 (Okanagan Skaha) son’s lifestyle (maybe today is a cheat day). Confucius says “unhappiness will hold PUBLIC CONSULTATION AND POSSIBLE SCHOOL comes from comparison”, I am paraphrasing there. CLOSURE MEETINGS as follows: What may be a contributing difference between a person who is overweight or obese and a person who is not, in addition to diet and exercise November 30, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at McNicoll Park Middle School habits, is gut flora. A number of studies comparing the gut flora (think: probiotics) of overDecember 1, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at weight/obese people and people of a healthy weight found that many West Bench Elementary School microbes found in the gut of the healthy-weight people were absent from those struggling with their weight. There are a few things at play here. December 3, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at First, what we feed our body also feeds our trillions of gut microbes (you Giant’s Head Elementary never eat alone), so if you eat nutrient deficient food, so does your gut flora. You have to eat a healthy, balanced diet to have healthy, balanced December 7, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at gut flora. Parkway Elementary Second, over the course of their lifetimes, many people will have been put on several courses of antibiotics which, for the microbes in your gut, December 8, 2015, p.m. at is like dropping an atom bomb. The tough part is, even with proper diet, Carmi Elementary if the microbes have been wiped out the only way to benefit is through repopulating the flora. The following public meetings will also be held: Whether or not your goal is weight management, healthy gut flora has Public Consultation Meeting – “Think Tank” far reaching benefits for your health. From digestion to immune funcNovember 12, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at tion and even mental health, it is in everyone’s best interest to gain and Giant’s Head Elementary maintain a healthy gut and gut microbes. Come and speak to the Live well team at Pharmasave Summerland to Public Consultation Meeting – “Think Tank” learn more about how to keep your gut flora in good shape and how that November 19, 2015, 7:00 p.m. at keeps you in good shape too. Queen’s Park Elementary - Dan Cassidy, Nutritional Product Advisor

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ing, is now only available for a yearly fee, I see little value for me to be a chamber member. The chamber should provide free web-listings for its member businesses. At the very least, provide a larger space than 200 characters. If there are businesses that want and can afford a larger presence, then work out a variable size charge. In the meantime, this member would like the Chamber of Commerce to get busy putting our money where it will help all of us. Anita Perry Perry Music Studio Summerland

Merchant has provided good service

Dear Editor: Re: Rob Murphy’s column, Is Summerland open for business? I don’t think one can compare having several banks or pharmacies (which almost everyone uses frequently) in a small town with supporting two dollar stores. Allan of Your Dollar Store with More has loyal customers because his service is good, his store is not the cookie-cutter type, he supports the Summerland community and he stands behind his products. If you buy something defective at Dollarama, you are out of luck. Furniture store, shoe store, men’s clothing store — all would be more useful than another dollar store. Maybe they would all fit into that building. Of course folks are free to shop where they like. I will continue to shop at Your Dollar Store with More. Diane Dorn Summerland

Salvation Army begins annual kettle campaign

Dear Editor: This year I am coordinating the Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign. Please support this important initiative which provides so much for so many in our community. Orientation night begins at 6.30 p.m., Nov. 17, at the Salvation Army Church on South Main Street in Penticton, and two hour shifts are available at various locations from Nov. 21 to Dec. 24. Volunteering is a great way to generate the spirit of Christmas. And volunteering is an effective way to help those in need. As The Salvation Army embarks on its Christmas campaign, it counts on the goodwill of volunteers to make Christmas memorable for people who need care. People from all walks of life are making a difference in the lives of those who need help in some of the darkest days of their lives. We have set up a web-based sign up on Volunteer Spot please go to vols.pt/gtWw78, or contact me at 250-809-7327. Hilma LaBelle Penticton

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The silence of the email servers VICTORIA – Premier Christy Clark’s government has been steadily backed into a corner on its apparent deletion of emails involving sensitive government topics. A week-long barrage of accusations by the NDP opposition peaked with their most damning evidence of a coverup, in the long-running case of eight health researchers suspended or fired from drug approval studies. Most have been paid settlements or reinstated after the biggest personnel management blunder in memory. One committed suicide. We are now into a second independent review of this tragic case, after an independent lawyer was unable to determine what went wrong, because she

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Tom Fletcher couldn’t compel testimony or demand records. It is now in the hands of B.C.’s new Ombudsperson, Jay Chalke, who has that authority. Everyone agrees that the deputy health minister of the day, Graham Whitmarsh, was legally responsible for the decisions and records. Yet somehow the only record released to the NDP for the two-year period of the firings and

subsequent investigation was a heavily blanked-out update from his successor, Stephen Brown, to the premier’s deputy, John Dyble. It refers to an “update on litigation resolution from investigation,” the substance of which is blanked out, and offers to discuss the situation by phone. Here’s an exchange between NDP MLA Adrian Dix and Citizens’ Services Minister Amrik Virk: Dix: “Can the minister explain why the Office of the Premier, the Deputy Minister to the Premier, has no records and why the successive Deputy Minister of Health had one record over two years?” Virk: “The suggestion from the member opposite that there are no documents is false…. There are

more documents now answer is no. Elected helicopters and rifles this decision if they that the Ombuds- officials are respon- and takes the political knew their names person has conduct sible, even if they consequences. and opinions could of the matter and is had no actual role, One can imagine later be used in a undertaking a com- as should always be the agonizing dis- political battle in the prehensive review. I the case in hiring and cussion that goes on legislature and in the fully expect that he firing ministry staff behind the scenes, as streets? will do a comprehen- and awarding gov- provincial and First No. And can you sive review and will ernment work con- Nations wildlife run a public service consent to the release tracts. The buck stops experts watch cari- if everyone is subof more documents.” with Lake and Clark, bou herds dwindle jected to the scrutiny There will be more not their deputies. despite widespread that only politicians sound and fury over There are sound habitat protection choose to endure? this, but only Chal- reasons for this. Con- efforts. They not only No. ke’s report can pro- sider another sensi- make the technical Tom Fletcher is vide new informa- tive decision, to shoot call, they have to pull legislature reporter tion. And even then, wolves from the air in the trigger. and columnist for the damage is done, a last-ditch effort to Would wildlife Black Press. Twitsettlements and non- preserve dwindling biologists be able ter: @tomfletcherbc disclosure deals have mountain caribou to provide frank Email: tfletcher@ been signed, and herds. advice for or against blackpress.ca Clark and Health Protesters, pop Minister Terry Lake stars and politicians have formally apolo- can sound off as FOR BREAKING gized. they like, but these The larger issue is hard decisions are NEWS 24/7 how freedom of infor- made and carried out FOLLOW US ON mation legislation by wildlife experts should work. Should working for or conthe opposition be able sulted by the provto second-guess deci- ince. sions of bureaucrats The minister, in OFMinPUBLIC HEARING by going through this NOTICE case Forests their emails? ister Steve Thomson, NOTICE IS HEREBY authorizes GIVEN that the the use Municipal The traditional of Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear

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representations of persons who deem their interest in property affected by any of the below mentioned bylaw amendments at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2015 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C.: a)

YOUR COMMUNITY CONNECTION Bylaw No. 2015-030

Amendment of Zoning Bylaw No. 2000-450 (5818 Nixon Road)

818 Nixon Road 5 Lot A DL 488 Plan 17009 13211 Henry Avenue 250-494-6451 • www.summerland.ca Present Zoning: SD2 – Residential Large Lot Zone R Proposed Zoning: SD1 R – Residential Zone COUNCILLORS: Richard Barkwill, Toni Boot, Erin Carlson, Doug Holmes, Janet PeakeMedium and ErinLotTrainer Purpose: I f Bylaw No. 2015-030 is adopted, it will allow for a two lot subdivision on Location:

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipal Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of persons who deem their interest in property affected by any of the below mentioned bylaw amendments at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2015 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C.: a) Bylaw No. 2015-030 Amendment of Zoning Bylaw No. 2000-450 (5818 Nixon Road) Location: 5818 Nixon Road Legal: Lot A DL 488 Plan 17009 Present Zoning: RSD2 – Residential Large Lot Zone Proposed Zoning: RSD1 – Residential Medium Lot Zone Purpose: If Bylaw No. 2015-030 is adopted, it will allow for a two lot subdivision on the site. b) Bylaw No. 2015-031 Amendment of Zoning Bylaw No. 2000-450 (Temporary Use Permit Area – 13415 Lakeshore Drive) Bylaw No. 2015-031 Purpose: If Bylaw No. 2015-031 is adopted, a text amendment will take place to Schedule A ofb)Zoning Bylaw No. 2000-450 to designate 13415 Lakeshore Drive as a Temporary Use Permit Area. Inquiries relative to the above proposed bylaws and all written representations should be directed to the Municipal Office, 13211ofHenry Avenue, Summerland, BC, V0H 1Z0. Copies of the Use bylawsPermit and related documents and Amendment Zoning Bylaw No. 2000-450 (Temporary Area – 13415 correspondence are available for inspection at the Municipal Office during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding StatutoryNOTICE Holidays),OF up toTEMPORARY and including November 9, 2015. APPLICATION USE PERMIT Lakeshore Drive) Please note that all representations submitted to the District of Summerland in response to this Notice will form part of a public record and will beLocation: published in a meeting agenda when this matter is before the Council or a 13415 Lakeshoreadopted, Drive If Bylaw No. 2015-031 a and textemail amendment Committee of Council. The District considers the author’s name and address relevant to Council’s consideration ofPurpose: this matter and will disclose this personal information. The author’sis phone number address arewill not Legal: LotSchedule 1, DL 455Aand ODYD, take to of 5085, Zoning BylawPlan No.5896 2000-450 to relevant and should not be included in the representations if the author does not wish this information disclosed. Council will receive no representation afterplace the conclusion of the Public Hearing.

designate 13415 Lakeshore as ause Temporary Use received to allow wine Purpose: An application for a Drive temporary permit has been Permit Area.storage on the premises of 13415 Lakeshore Drive

NOTICE OF TEMPORARY USE PERMIT APPLICATION Location: Legal: Purpose:

Inquiries relative to the above proposed bylaws and all written representations should be directed

to the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, BC, V0H 1Z0. Copies of the bylaws 13415 Lakeshore Drive and related documents and correspondence are available for inspection at the Municipal Office Lot 1, DL 455 and 5085, ODYD, Plan 5896 during normal business hoursLakeshore (8:30 a.m. An application for a temporary use permit has been received to allow wine storage on the premises of 13415 Driveto 4:00 p.m.), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays), up to and including November 9, 2015.

Municipal Council will consider this application at their Regular Meeting held in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C., on Monday November 9th 2015 commencing at 7:00 p.m. Any person whose property may bePlease affectednote by thisthat proposed development may appear in person, or by all representations submitted to the District of Summerland in response to this agent, at the Council meeting. The proposed permit and supporting documentation may be inspected at the Development Services Department located at 13211 Henry Avenue between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, excluding holidays, up to and including November 9th, 2015.

Municipal Council will consider this application at their Regular Meeting held in th Council Chambers of the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland, B.C., o Monday November 9th 2015 commencing at 7:00 p.m. Any person whose property may b affected by this proposed development may appear in person, or by agent, at the Counc meeting.

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Festival attracts 6,000 visitors Every year the Summerland Chamber plans and hosts the Okanagan’s premier kick off to the Christmas season. The annual Festival of Lights will be held on Friday, Nov. 27 this year and the theme is Country Christmas. Just over 6,000 visitors are expected for the evening. We love Light Up because it gives us a chance to celebrate the season and throw a really great party. We also want to showcase our beautiful downtown and our local businesses, provide a wonderful fundraising opportunity for local nonprofit organizations, and, last but not least, let our visitors

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Christine Petkau know that Summerland is a great place to live. The evening kicks off with a Santa procession at 5 p.m. There will also be western themed ice sculptures sponsored by Nesters Market, Santa’s workshop hosted by the Summerland Credit Union, and fun kid zone activities and photos

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with Santa sponsored by IGA. All the Summerland Royalty and candidates will be dressed in their western best this year with matching light up Stetsons. Get a picture of yourself riding ‘El Diablo’ the mechanical bull. And remind your kids to bring their letters to Santa to drop off at the post office. Your family will also enjoy pony and ATV rides, western themed games, bouncy toys, community dancers and choirs and great music. At 7 p.m. the street will go dark and the whole crowd will count down to the moment the Christmas lights go on. Fresh from Sun Fest and the Merritt Music Festival, country group The Chris Buck Band will entertain on the main stage this year, along with duo Robyn and Ryleigh. A spectacular fireworks finale is sponsored by the

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Wear your cowboy boots and Stetsons and we hope to see you downtown on Nov. 27. You can check out all the activities and details at summerlandlightup.com. We always appreciate your feedback. Please contact me at

cpetkau@summerlandchamber.com or our chamber president, Kelly Marshall, at president@summ e r l a n d c h a m b e r. com . Christine Petkau is the executive director of the Summerland Chamber of Commerce.

Discussing writing

Chelsey Baron, left, and Yasmin John-Thorpe discuss the upcoming British Columbia Youth Writers Camp. The camp will be held in July and is expected to bring young writers from across Canada.

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A former participant in the British Columbia Youth Writers Camp will be in charge of the camp this year. The camp, for youths between the ages of eight and 18, has been held annually since 2008, first in Summerland and later in Penticton. Chelsey Baron, a participant in camps during the first years, said the experience was positive for her. “For me, it was a huge confidence booster,” she said. “I had the opportunity to look at the profession of writing.” She said others have also

excelled since attending the camps. One participant, who could hardly speak publicly during her first year at the camp, now writes and performs slam poetry. Others have gone on to pursue writing careers. Participants in the camp come from across Canada and into Washington State. The camps have had as many as 90 participants, but last year’s enrolment was 67. For 2016, the one-week camp will be held July 3 to 8. The camp includes a keynote speaker on the Sunday,

as well as workshops and instruction in illustration or art, fiction, nonfiction, storyboards and poetry. “Last year, the poetry turned into songwriting,” said Yasmin John-Thorpe, the founder of the writing camp. The camp is presented by Penticton Writers and Publishers. Additional information and registration forms are available online at penwriters. com/community-programs. A registration discount is available for those who register before the end of this year.

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Musical family

Linnea Good and David Jonsson, along with their children Isaac JonssonGood, 13; Nicole Jonsson-Good, 17 and Patrick Jonsson-Good, 18, will bring their music to India this winter.

Family brings music to India Summerland musicians Linnea Good and David Jonsson, along with their three children, will bring their music to India this winter. Good and Jonsson are leaving for India this weekend, while their children will join them near the end of November. While in India, they will spend some of their time at the Christian Medial College Hospitals, where they performed the last time they visited India, early in 2013. “We have friends we’re going back to,” Good said. “When we left, our chaplains and teachers told us to come back as soon as possible, to build on what we had done together. So, with elation, we prepare now for a return visit.” In addition to their performances, they will also work in collaboration with musicians in India.

Good said the collaborative work can be confusing and anxious, but she expects it will be rewarding as well. When they first visited India in 2013, their work was exclusively with the hospitals. This time, they will also sing in churches and meet with other foreigners working in the country. They will return to Canada in early January. She is inviting people to contribute to the expenses of the trip. There is a donation link on her website at linneagood.com. Good, a Christian singer-songwriter, has worked as a professional musician for 27 years. She and Jonsson have been working together in music-making for the past two decades. In addition to her national and international work, Good is also involved in music in Summerland, including her work with the Summerland Children’s Choir.

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for supporting our Remembrance Banner Program Summerland’s Public Works Ken Dunsdon Don Darling Summerland Credit Union Ron Newton Ink Works Robin Agur Summerland Legion John Dorn

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Take notice that District of Summerland from Summerland, BC has applied to T notice thatLands Districtand of Summerland from Summerland, BC has applied to the Ministry of Fore akeof the Ministry Forests, Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), and Natural Resource Operations (MFLNRO), Thompson-Okanagan, a lease for an existing Marina s Thompson-Okanagan, for a lease for an existing Marina situated onfor Provincial Provincial Crown land located at District Lots 5226 and 2208, Osoyoos Division Yale District (ODYD). Th Crown land located at District Lots 5226 and 2208, Osoyoos Division Yale District for this application is 0221062. Comments on this application may be submitted by one of two options: (ODYD). The Lands File for this application is 0221062. Comments on this Option 1: Online the Applications and Reasons application may bevia submitted by one of two options:for Decision website at:

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New leader takes over concert band Dan Walton

The Penticton Concert Band is embarking upon its next chapter after recruiting Dave Brunelle as the new band director. “I’m really re-acquainting myself with upper level concert band music and I’m really enjoying working with these strong musicians from the community,” he said. “My passion is jazz music, but I grew up playing concert band, that’s my foundation.” Brunelle is nearing the end of his tenure as principal of Skaha Lake Middle School, where he teaches jazz and concert band students in Grades 6, 7 and 8.

He joined the Penticton Concert Band to replace the former director, Gerald Nadeau, who grew the band fivefold over the past eight years, from seven members to around 40. The 2014-2015 season was Nadeau’s final year with the band, and before his replacement was found, he said the new conductor will have a big job to fill. “The person taking it over can look at it two ways: he or she’s got a thing that is running wild right now – which is good, but on the other hand, it’s a lot to keep running,” Nadeau said. “I hope the person that fills the role can keep it going.” Though Brunelle wasn’t a

member of the concert band before taking over as conductor, he had been following the group’s progression for years. “It started off as a band that could really only play beginnerstyle music. They have grown, not only in size, but the quality of their sound,” Brunelle said. “This is all about Gerald – Gerald has moved this band incredibly over the years.” Nadeau’s acceleration of the Penticton Concert Band gave local musicians who have taken a break from their instrument a new platform to practice. As Brunelle closes in on his retirement with the school system, the concert band’s open-

ing for a conductor felt like the right next step. “I was looking for more opportunities to play music in a band setting,” he said. “I was planning on joining the band and then was told the music director was retiring, so I went through audition process and was the successful candidate to take over that position.” As a conductor, Brunelle has to be familiar with every instrument in the band. He considers himself to be a woodwind specialist, and is most comfortable playing saxophone or clarinet. “It’s a perfect size band; with 40 members all the parts are covered, and there are very

strong musicians in the band,” he said, citing diverse experience among its members. The band rehearses every Tuesday night at Skaha Lake Middle School, and any musician interested in joining the group is invited to audition. “There’s a certain level of musicianship that’s required as well; it’s not a beginner band by any means, but they’re welcome to come out and see if they’ll have an interest in it.” Those who are thinking about being part of the concert band can contact Brunelle at dbrunelle@shaw.ca, and are asked to mention their instrument of choice.

Darkness and light, sand and fog at library When the leaves change colour and darkness comes earlier, you know that fall is here and winter isn’t far behind. Time to read a dark, brooding novel like “The House of Sand and Fog” by Andre Dubus III.

The members of the library book club read this work of fiction and met on Saturday, Oct. 17, the first official book club in our new space. We gathered in the Community Room, a perfect spot to settle in with a cup of coffee

and a muffin while looking forward to a lively discussion of Dubus’s novel, published in 1999. Told from the point of view of the two main characters, the author immediately puts you into their headspace. These

are people that come from very different cultures, but find themselves struggling over the same thing. To maintain ownership of a house they both believe legally belongs to them. Kathy, a recovering alcoholic, was evicted from her home for failure to pay back taxes. Her house is sold at a county auction to a former colonel in

the Iranian Air Force, Mr. Behrani. After a clerical error is discovered, Kathy begins a fight to reclaim her home, but Behrani will not let go of his American dream. This is the premise of the novel, and the way Dubus tells it is riveting. We get to go into the depths of the worst types of human behaviour, from both sides of the story.

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Caroline McKay The author has us rooting for each

of them, and then instantly cringing at what happens next. It all builds up to the tragic and unexpected ending, one that you can’t see coming, but leaves you heartbroken. The House of Sand and Fog is a tale that is woven by a master writer. He got the original idea for the story from reading a newspaper article, and that was enough to spark his curiosity. His characters were based on truth, but he imagined them acting in less than reasonable ways. Dubus has said, “It’s so easy to misbehave in this world, it’s harder to do the right thing.” Reading this book will definitely leave you wondering who was right or wrong, or if it even mattered. If you would like to read The House of Sand and Fog, please make a request at the Summerland Library. If there is a bit of a wait list, I might suggest a couple of read-a- likes such as NW” by Zadie Smith; The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon and Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. Join us for the next book club meeting, Saturday, Nov. 21 at 11 a.m. The November selection is Await your Reply by Dan Chaon. Caroline McKay is the Assistant Community Librarian for the Summerland branch of the Okanagan Regional Library.

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Murray gives time for volunteer efforts Carla McLeod Special to the Review

Wizard of Oz. In answer to an ad placed in the paper looking for volunAlthough she was a final- teers to help at the Summerist for the Citizen/Volunteer land Drop In Centre, Murray of the Year Award earlier responded and helped out this year, Carleen Murray is with the senior’s bingo for a inclined to shy away from couple of years. publicity and doesn’t volunCurrently, Murray organteer for the sake of notoriety. izes the kitchen at the Drop It’s just something she In Centre, every second Tuesdoes because she believes it’s day of each month when important and she has taught Neighbourlink hosts their her children to do the same. Soup Social. After the lunch is “I started out volunteering served it is her responsibility as part of home schooling our to make sure the kitchen is all children,” she explained. “I cleaned up and left the way it just really loved it. It makes was found. you feel so good. We made so “What’s really special many people smile.” now is, my daughter and my Murray, who home grandsons help me run the schooled her three children kitchen,” explained Murray. wanted volunteering to be “My grandsons, who are six part of their curriculum, so and nine years old, are helping she took the children regu- to serve the people the lunchlarly to volunteer at a sen- es, handing out the bread and ior’s dinner in the community handing out the desserts. It’s where they lived at the time. kind of gone full circle.” As well as helping to set Murray has also found a way to combine her love “It is not about getting a huge of sewing thank you, because a lot of times and making no one knows who has done the crafts with her love for good deed, but it’s just about volunteering. making sure it’s part of your life, She had because it’s really important.” read about mother, Carleen Murray a whose son was dying of tables and serve dinner, the cancer, being dismayed about children learned to interact the gloomy surroundings of with seniors, by playing cards the hospital where her son and board games with them. was being treated. The mothWhen the family moved er decided to sew him a colorto Summerland in 1999, even ful pillowcase to cheer him though her children were up and she made them for the then teenagers, she immedi- other children in the hospital ately looked for and found as well. volunteering opportunities. The story really touched They got involved at the Murray, so she decided it was high school and helped out in something that could be done the stage production of The

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locally. She along with two girlfriends, now sew bright coloured pillowcases for children who are admitted to the pediatric ward of the Penticton Hospital. The children are able to choose a pillowcase to hopefully brighten their stay in the hospital and can take it home with them when they leave. Also, in order to help promote children’s literacy, Murray makes something special for children to carry their library cards in. “I make wallets out of children’s book pages and duct tape,” she explained. “Then whenever a child gets a new library card, they get a wallet for free from the library. I make bookmarks also and they are at the front of the library and people can help themselves to them.” In the future, Murray is looking forward to volunteering with the breakfast program at the Summerland Middle School on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The lessons Murray taught her children about volunteering when they were little, are still what she shares today. “It is not about getting a huge thank you, because a lot of times no one knows who has done the good deed, but it’s just about making sure it’s part of your life, because it’s really important,” she said. “I just really want young people to realize how important it is to volunteer. It makes our community such a tight unit.” If you know a positive story about someone in our community, contact Carla McLeod at carlamcleod@ shaw.ca or contact the Summerland Review newsroom at 250-494-5406.

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Carleen Murray displays the wallets she makes for children to keep their library cards in. She donates them to the Summerland Library and every time a child becomes a member of the library and gets a library card, they receive a wallet.

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Discussing culture

Nancy Holmes was the facilitator for a Cultural Plan Task Force meeting on literary arts. The meeting was held on Oct. 27 in the newly opened library on Main Street. Forums are continuing with a meeting on social and community services on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 2 and 7 p.m. at the Summerland United Church, a meeting on festivals and events on Monday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. at Summerland United Church and a meeting on downtown revitalization on Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. at True Grain Bread. Input from the discussions will be used in a community cultural plan.

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One of my favourite things about doing this column â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve just passed the one month mark â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is that people have started sending me emails and notes about whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening around Summerland. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always use whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sent to me, but I love being more connected to my community, especially those involved in the arts scene around Summerland. Â Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a great

way, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve found, to discover some things that might not otherwise make it on to my radar. This week is a great example of that. For those who enjoy a having your funny bones tickled, Summerlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre Stage Theatre is hosting a comedy showcase this coming Sunday, Nov. 8, featuring comedian Dino Archie. Originally from Los Angeles, Archie

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now divides his time between L.A. and Vancouver. He will share the stage with local Okaganan acts, Kyle Patan and Josh Ashton and the evening is hosted by Kelowna comedian David Kopp. Tickets include a tasting from Heavenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gate winery. Tickets are available at Prima Pizza or at the door on the night of event. Â If comedy isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t your thing, or if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for something to do a little earlier in the week, Zias Stonehouse Restaurant is hosting a jazz night on Nov. 5. Jazz has always been one of those musical styles that helps me feel

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Douglas Paton inspired. It was all I listened to for years when I first started writing and it was great for not only allowing the mind to wander, but also for helping me stay focused â&#x20AC;&#x201D; unlike other forms of music where all I want to do is sing along. Zias jazz night has all the hallmarks of

being a great evening: itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got some top-tier local talent, an excellent atmosphere and a fantastic offering of food and drink. Music runs from 7 to 9 p.m. and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a cover charge at the door. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d also like to remind people that the Summerland Cultural Task Force is seeking opinions on culture here in Summerland. The next conversation focuses on seniors and takes place at the Summerland Seniors Village on Nov. 10. Get out there and make sure your voice is heard. Douglas Paton is a Summerland writer and musician. If you know of a local arts and culture event, contact him at dgpaton80@gmail.com.

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Thursday Al-Anon offers help to families and friends of alcoholics. Summerland Serenity Group meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the United Church hall. Call 250-490-9272 for more information. Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers meet at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre on Thursday evenings. Beavers meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Cubs meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Scouts meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Venturers meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For details call Trent at 250494-1990. Carpet bowling at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre is held every Thursday at 10 a.m. and every Sunday at 1:15 p.m. Euchre is played every second and fourth Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Lyme Disease support group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. at Theo’s Restaurant in Penticton. Everyone welcome. Recreational volleyball for all. Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 10 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre. Contact Frank or Jane at 250-494-4666. South Okanagan Genealogical Society invites you to our evening meeting Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. at the Penticton Library auditorium for a presentation about using public libraries (and librarians) for genealogical research. Summerland Caregiver Support Group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Summerland Health Centre lower conference room. For more information call Cindy at 250-404-8072. Summerland Masonic Lodge meets at the IOOF Hall on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. and meets for coffee every Wednesday at 9 a.m. at Santorini’s Restaurant. If interested in learning more, drop by or call Craig Brown at 778-4793795 or Orv Robson at 250-494-1504. Summerland Material Girls Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from September to May at 9 a.m. at the Harold

Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Cathy Patterson at 250-4948274 or Annie Smirmaul at 250-494-2286. Summerland Sportsmen’s Association meets every third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Summerland Legion. The SSA focuses on fishing, shooting, hunting, archery and conservation and is affiliated with the B.C. Wildlife Federation. New members welcome. Summerland TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday at 5:30 p.m., lower floor of Summerland Seniors Centre. For info call Vicki at 250-494-5484. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group meets on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the MS office, 3373 Skaha Rd., Penticton. Everyone welcome. For more information call Sherry at 250-493-6564. The Summerland traditional rug artists get together at Summerland United Church every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. New members and visitors are always welcome. For more information phone 250-4941278.

Friday Bridge is played every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St. Phone Irene at 250-404-4562. Cribbage is played every Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Ladies’ Drop-in Volleyball every Friday beginning Oct. 16, 10 a.m. to noon, at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre. Everyone welcome. For more information call Donna at 250-494-9718 or Debbie at 250-4947733. Pleasure Painters meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. Come and enjoy or check it out. Drop-ins welcome. Tai Chi, beginner and intermediate, at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, Fridays 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For further information call Susan at 250-494-3370.

The 890 Wing of the South Okanagan Air Force Association of Canada have a gettogether every Friday night from 4 p.m. at the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. in Penticton. New members are welcome. For more information, phone Fred Monteith at 250-497-8490.

Charity bottle drive at Summerland IGA each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds from the collections will go to support the Summerland Food Bank and Critteraid. Cribbage will take place at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre every fourth Saturday until June, beginning at 1 p.m. Singles welcome. Refreshments will be served. Summerland Ladies Hockey takes place at the Summerland Arena Saturdays at 8:30 pm. All skill levels welcome. Contact Judy Beck at tachi88@shaw.ca.

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

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DivorceCare, Single and Parenting, and DivorceCare for Kids (ages five to 12) will be offered Sunday evenings at Summerland Baptist Church, Oct. 18 to Jan. 24. The sessions start with dinner at 4:30 p.m., followed by the courses from 5 to 6:45 p.m. Call 250-494-3313 for more information or to register. Vintage Car Club, South Okanagan Chapter, meets the last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Youth Centre on Peach Orchard Road. Anyone interested in vintage cars (those 25 years or older) is invited to attend. For more information on the club phone 250-494-5473.

Monday Birthright, serving the South Okanagan, has Monday drop-in from 10 a.m. to noon at 200 Bennett St. in Penticton. This weekly program provides light snacks and an opportunity to build friendships, share life skills and participate in baby item swaps. Please contact Sandy Mikkelsen at 250-4924901 for more info. Building Peace Through Understanding. In the third of a four-part series, Summerland United Church is hosting a representative from the Penticton Sikh Temple on Monday, Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. Refreshments will follow. Dabber Bingo is played

Contract Bridge is played at St. Stephen Anglican Church in Summerland every Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Refreshments available. For more information, please call Sheila at 250-494-8996. Dementia Caregiver Support Group — Are you providing care or support for someone dealing with Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Please join us at our Summerland meeting to explore how we can assist you. The meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland IOOF Hall, 9536 Main St. Call Laurie Myres at 250-493-8182 or email lmyres@alzheimerbc.org. Quest Society of Summerland meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at 9700 Brown St. (Parkdale Place). For more information phone Marilyn Topham at 250-4946434 or Joan Lansdell at 778-476-0596. Email questsociety@shaw.ca. Summerland Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Kiwanis Lodge on Quinpool at 6 p.m. New members are welcome. Contact Tom Jacques at 250494-4339. Summerland VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) members and friends meet the second

s Tuesday of the month at Parkdale Lounge. The Mental Wellness Centre, Summerland Branch, will be open the first, third and fourth Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon at the Summerland United Church. Inquiries welcome. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group joins the Penticton MS Group every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for a coffee social at the Cherry Lane Mall Food Court. Whist is played every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St.

Wednesday Be.Free, a 12-step Christ-centred recovery program that is not addiction specific, meets every Wednesday at Summerland Alliance Church at 7 p.m. For more information contact the SAC office at 250-494-9975 and ask to speak to Pastor Rick. Did you know Summerland has a Garden Club? Meetings are casual. Gardening experience varies. All gardeners are welcome. Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Jan Carlson at 250-494-5112 for more information. South Okanagan Genealogical Society is open Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Penticton Library Museum building. Contact Nola Reid at 250-492-0751. Summerland Art Club meets every Wednesday, September to June, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the lower level of the former library building on Wharton Street. Painters of all levels are welcome. Workshops available. For information call Mary at 250494-5851. Summerland ATV Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the lower level of the former Summerland Library building on Wharton Street. The club promotes responsible ridership including registration, insurance, safety certification and scheduled pleasure rides. Membership includes orchardists, farmers, ranchers and fun seekers of all ages including those with disabilities.

Upcoming Christmas Presents Summerland Holiday Market, Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson

www.summerlandreview.com 13 Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. Local crafters and exhibitors, kids’ crafts, music, gift wrapping by donation and Santa pictures at 1 p.m. both days. Admission by donation to the Summerland Food Bank. Summerland Singers and Players have postponed their production of The Butler Did It until April 21 to 24, 2016. They are still looking for an actress to fill the role of Vickie, who is in her 20s. Rehearsals begin in the spring. Contact Bob Read, at bob.will@ hotmail.ca, if interested in trying out. The Heritage Advisory Commission meets the third Wednesday of each month in Council Chambers at the Municipal Hall from 10 a.m. to noon. The next meeting is Nov. 18. The commission makes suggestions and

recommendations to Municipal Council on Heritage issues. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. The Summerland Museum has resumed its fall and winter hours. The museum is open Wednesday through Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. Start your Christmas season with a musical extravaganza. Come to a concert in Penticton featuring six local choirs, each presenting some of their own music and finishing with more than 100 voices singing together, at the Penticton United Church, corner of Eckhardt and Main, Sunday, Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. Tickets available from a member of one of the choirs,from Dragon’s Den on Front Street, or from the church office, 696 Main St. in Penticton (open weekdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

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suMMerlanD baptist 10318 Elliott Street Two Services each Sunday 9:00am & 11:00am SBC Kids In Both Services Lead Pastor: Larry Schram Associate Pastor: Del Riemer For info or help call 250-494-3881 www.summerlandbaptist.ca

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Private schools watching proposed school closures Dan Walton

Private school enrolment in the province has been on the rise for years and now local institutions are keeping on eye on School District 67’s proposal to close schools. SD67 facilities being considered for closure in Penticton are Carmi, McNicoll Park, Parkway and West Bench, as well as Giant’s Head in Summerland. In Summerland, where families would be affected by the closure of Giant’s Head, Sheena Fowlie, Head of Summerland Montessori School, anticipates a “soft increase” in enrolment at her school. “I think that it would further frustrate parents who have been dealing with strikes and other job action in recent years, and could very well be the final straw to push them to explore other educational options,” she said. “We are a very small school with a family-like atmosphere and smaller class

sizes, so I think that would be very attractive to parents who might be alarmed by the thought of their elementaryaged child moving to a bigger school with more older children and potentially larger class sizes.” Superintendent Wendy Hyer wouldn’t speculate on possible outcomes, but said if reconfiguration results in district schools being able to offer more programming, it’s possible some students will be drawn back into the public system. Art Tharrien, superintendent of schools for the Nelson Diocese — an umbrella of schools which includes Holy Cross in Penticton, said the district’s decisions on closure are being monitored. “We’re looking at options so that when they make their decisions we can react in a way that’s going to address whatever we need to address at that time,” he said. Beyond the modified curriculums that are offered by private schools, Karl Boeh-

mer, principal of Penticton Christian School, said the size of a school’s population is an important factor. With reconfigurations of public schools resulting in increased student populations, some parents may want to “maintain that sort of intimate learning experience and I could see them potentially choosing us,” Boehmer said. “It all depends what the parents are looking for. If they desire small school environment for their children then I think we become an option because right now I understand that the schools being considered for closure are fairly small neighbourhood schools.” There will be nine public meetings throughout schools in the district between Nov. 12 and Dec. 10 for district trustees to gauge public input. The final decision will be made during a public meeting at the IMC building on Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Details of meetings can be found on the district website, sd67.bc.ca.

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Steam notch two weekend wins

Hockey action

Braden Eliuk chases the puck during a Summerland Steam Junior B hockey game on Sunday. The Steam defeated the Nelson Leafs 2-1 in that game.

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Results: Oct. 26 to 30 Monday morning senior men: Eric Johnson defeated Paul Martin, Bob Ezart defeated Paul Cowen, Dale Abrey defeated Eric Williams, Warren Parker defeated Stan Green. Monday evening men: Rob Robinson defeated Mike Rudniski, Steve Clement defeated Ken Rae, Dale Abrey defeated Stan Green. Tuesday morning mixed: Bob Ezart defeated Bill Penman, Bill Moffat defeated Hector Cartier, Jerry Lidin defeated Jules Dor, Barb Ezart tied Marilyn Cahoon. Tuesday evening ladies: Lil Blashko defeated Betty Raymond, Bev Skinner defeated Wendi Archer, Judy Beck defeated Jackie Clement, Diana Leitch defeated Gail Ostaficuik. Wednesday morning senior men: Warren Parker defeated Hector Cartier, Bob Ezart defeated Eric Johnson, Stan Green defeated Eric Williams, Dale Abrey defeated Paul Martin. Wednesday evening men: Dave Gartrell defeated Glen Brennan, Ken Rae defeated Doug Campbell, Gary Wingerak defeated Louie Costa, Rick Drewnisz defeated John Fitzgerald, Bruce Dacre defeated Gary Raymond. Thursday morning ladies: Marilyn Cahoon tied Gail Ostaficuik, RoseMarie Fenrich defeated Ev Gillespie, Diana Leitch defeated Barb Ezart. Thursday evening open: Gary Raymond defeated John Egyed, John McKay defeated Tony Blashko, Jodie Brennan defeated Dale Abrey, Louie Costa defeated Russ Lemke. Friday evening mixed: John Fitzgerald defeated Dolores McKenna, Doug Patan defeated Dan Laktin, Steve Callaghan tied Al Tower, Cliff Rose defeated Dave Hood. Friday late evening: Ian Rogers defeated Linda Whittome, Bonnie Young tied Brian Budzinski, Brian Harris defeated Cliff Last, Armond Houle defeated Colleen Deleff. Tip of the week: Each team throws eight stones each player alternating with the other team. Two team mates sweep each stone as it comes down the ice. Junior curling is Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. after school.

The Summerland Steam showed their strength with two Junior B hockey wins on the weekend. On Saturday, the team travelled to Princeton, defeating the Posse in a 4-0 shutout. In the first period, Braden Eliuk scored for the Steam at 7:17. Paulsen Lautard and Jack Mills had the assists. The next goal came on a power play at 5:29 when Wyatt Gale scored, assisted by Riley Pettitt and Jarrett Malchow. In the second period, the Steam extended their lead with a goal by Matthew Sokol at 10:57. Pettitt had the assist. Lautard scored the Steam’s final goal unassisted at 9:59. The final period was scoreless. On Sunday, the Steam

hosted the Nelson Leafs in a 2-1 decision. Cody Egilson scored for the Steam at 17:25, assisted by Pettitt and Calvin Hadley. The second period was scoreless. In the third period, Gale scored for the Steam at 9:48, assisted by Malchow. The sole Leafs goal came at 6:16. The next action for the Steam is on Friday, Nov. 6 when Summerland will host the Kelowna Chiefs. The game begins at 7:30 p.m. The Steam are in third place in the Okanagan/ Shuswap Conference: Okanagan Division of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. At present, the team has nine wins and eight losses.

Bantam Jets defeat Kelowna #6 The Summerland Dental Centre Bantam Jets pulled off the win against Kelowna #6 this Sunday, outscoring their opponents 7-4. The Kelowna squad came out strong in the first period and were able to keep the Jets off the scoreboard. After 20 minutes of play, the score was 2-0 for Kelowna. The Jets returned the favour in the second period, scoring three times. Rylan Campbell was the first to score, taking a pass from Jason Scherban. Then Kaeden Seiter found the back of the net, assisted by Scherban. Rounding out the third period, Ty Sideroff notched one, giving the Jets the lead for the first time, 3-2. The third period provided more drama than the first two combined, with both teams finding another gear. But the Jets would dominate the third period with four goals to Kelowna’s two. Soon after Spencer Bitte’s goal, Kelowna would tie the game at 4-4. Then Scherban got the go-ahead goal, with about five minutes remaining. Campbell scored,

assisted by Bitte, in the final minutes of the game for insurance. Finally, Scherban tallied the empty-netter with eight seconds on the clock, assist-

ed by Campbell, to seal the deal. The final score was 7-4. The Summerland Dental Centre Bantam Jets displayed patience, resilience

and above all, team-work. They are winners, regardless of the score. Thanks coaches for all your time and encouragement.

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Musicians in costume

Perry Music Studio Students performed their annual Halloween Recital Saturday, Oct. 31 at Angus Place. In the back row from left are Keegan Johnson (Yoko Ono), Allister Gilman (Disco King), and Jessica Thiede (Cheshire Cat). In front from left are Sydney St. Hilaire (Effie Trinket), Keirsten Sorensen (Cowgirl), Mckenna Carlson (Waldo), Cyan Nickel (Devil), Saskia Carlson (Piano), Annika Carlson (Sheep), Delaney Sorensen (Skuba Diver), Paige Gibbings (Ninja) and Josh Gibbings (Ninja).

Changes in representation in Ottawa The interior of B.C. now has four new and two returning Members of Parliament, one with the incoming government, three with the official opposition and the two remaining with the third party (as it is frequently referred to within the House of Commons). In some situations the electoral boundaries between these different Members of Parliament may be geographically well defined but may not be convenient for citizens due to different

MP office locations or how the electoral boundaries commission arbitrarily applied riding borders that may have separated closely linked communities. These situations often create a challenge for citizens to decide which Member of Parliament they should contact for assistance in the event the Member of Parliament who is closest and most convenient, may in fact be representing a different electoral region.

Wherever possible citizens should contact the Member of Parliament who represents the electoral region they reside in. The reason for this is that Members of Parliament have unique legislated rights and protections under various acts of Parliament to represent citizens specifically located within their electoral region. In addition, Members of Parliament are provided with generous resources to assist citizens, even

those in remote areas of a riding. On the same theme citizens also have a right to contact Members of Parliament from other electoral regions for assistance that may or may not be provided depending upon the circumstances and the discretion of the MP in question. From my own experience it is common for MPs from other parties and or regions to refer citizens to their own MP as this respects the intent of Canada’s single-member, sim-

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