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Council asked school board to reconsider John Arendt
A letter from Summerland’s municipal council asked the Okanagan Skaha School Board to reconsider school closures in Summerland. “Summerland Mayor and Council propose to School Board 67 trustees the idea of forming a joint CouncilSchool Board select committee tasked with finding a creative approach to identify cost savings while meeting the needs of Summerland students and the community without having to close any local public school,” the letter states. The letter was dated March 1
and was received by the school board March 2, just days before the March 9 meeting when a decision on potential school closures was made. The school board considered various school closure options in an attempt to trim operating costs for the school district. Of 10 options presented, two affected Summerland schools. One called for closing Giant’s Head Elementary School, while the other called for closing Trout Creek Elementary School. Both Summerland options also included changes to the remaining schools within the community.
Speaking before the Wednesday school board meeting, Mayor Peter Waterman said both options would have a devastating effect on the community. “If an elementary school in Summerland closes, it’s not the same as closing an elementary school in another community,” he said, adding that transferring Penticton children from one school to another does not involve as much travel distance as transferring Summerland students to more distant schools. Waterman also raised concerns about the longer term effects of a school closure in
Summerland. There are 72 building lots in the Trout Creek area at present, with more to come on the market in the future, he said. Peter In the Giant’s Head School Waterman catchment area, there are between 250 and 300 lots which could be used for new housing. “Giant’s Head is bursting at the seams,” he said. In addition, he said Summerland will see population growth in the near future. A c c o rd ing to
municipal statistics, the number and value of building permits in Summerland have both increased over the past year. In 2015, a total of 199 permits were issued, with a value of $24,634,950. This is a significant increase from 2014, when 140 permits, with a value of $13,470,599 were issued. “We’re confident we’re going to see an uptick in the number of families,” he said. Linda Van Alphen, chair of the Okanagan Skaha School Board, said the board has accepted the letter. For coverage of the Wednesday evening board decision, please visit www.summerlandreview.com.
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Summerland Steam netminder Matthew Huber reaches out to pick a shot out of the air during a recent regular season game. The Steam and the Osoyoos Coyotes are now facing each other in division finals. The Coyotes are the top ranked team in the division, while the Steam are in second place.
Steam face Coyotes in playoffs John Arendt
Following a division semifinal win over the Kelowna Chiefs, the Summerland Steam are facing the Osoyoos Coyotes as Junior B hockey playoff action continues. The Steam finished the regular season in second place in the Okanagan/ Shuswap Conference: Okanagan Division, while Kelowna finished in third place. Osoyoos is the top-ranked team in the division. On March 1, the Steam won the best of seven division semifinal series, playing six games over eight days. John DePourcq, coach of the Steam, said the series, ending in a shutout win for Summerland, represented a strong effort for the Steam. “Discipline was a huge key,” he said. “Everybody put forward a good, solid effort.” For the Steam the playoff season is following a pattern similar to last
year. up for the challenge. You’re Invited www.edwardjones.com A year ago, the Steam defeated the “We’re going to be ready to go,” he Chiefs in seven games and went on said before the playoff series began. to face the Coyotes in the division “We’re in great shape.” finals. In the first game on Saturday evenHowever, DePourcq said the play- ing, Summerland defeated the CoyWe have enjoyed helping Summerland residents off series will not necessarily turn out otes in Osoyoos 5-0. achieve their financial goals over the past year. It the same as a year ago. is a pleasure to be a member Theofsecond game on Monday eventhis community! Please join for a holiday to meet was a 6-2 loss for “Every year is different,” he ussaid. ing, open also house in Osoyoos, and greet neighbours. “There are so many things thatfriends hap-and the Steam. pen in a series.” For full playoff coverage, please Friday,team November 29th, 2013 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm The Coyotes will be When: a tough visit www.summerlandreview.com. for the Steam. Jones (by Nester's) The two teams met Where: eightEdward #5 - 13604 Victoria Road North, Summerland times in regular season play over the past year. Of Please those feel free to bring your family and Bank-issued, CDIC-insured to $100,000* friends and visit us during Lightup games, seven were Osoyoos 1-year: .......................... 1.51% wins. Refreshments and light snacks will be served. “Osoyoos has a very tal3-year: ...........................1.88% ented team,” DePourcq said. 5-year: ...........................2.19% “When you make a mistake Chantelle G Meriam on the ice, they’re going to Chantelle G Meriam, CFP® Financial Advisor take advantage of it.” Financial Advisor 5-13604 Victoria Road North 5-13604 Victoria Road North Despite the strength of the Summerland, BC 1Z5 V0H 1Z5 Member - Canadian Investor Protection Fund Summerland, BC VOH Osoyoos team, DePourcq is 250-494-7007 250-494-7007 confident his players will be chantelle.meriam@edwardjones.com
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EDITORIAL A difficult choice The debate leading up to the Okanagan Skaha School Board’s decision on Wednesday evening has been difficult to watch. Faced with rising costs, declining enrolment numbers and limited provincial funding, the school board needed to take action. Trustees had the difficult task of cutting the next budget by $1,025,000. The choices were to cut staff or close schools. Additional provincial funding, which could have prevented difficult budget cuts, was not available. Nobody wants to see school closures and nobody wants to see staff cuts. But something had to be done. Enrolment has dropped over the years and as a result, closures had to be considered. Of the 19 schools in the school district, 16 are below capacity and in Summerland alone, there are 465 open spaces. The school district’s enrolment this year, at 5,661 students, is well below the capacity of 7,561 students. As soon as closures were mentioned, the public response, especially in Summerland, was predictable. Parents and teachers spoke out about the value of the schools in the community, insisting that no closures should be made here. This response is understandable. Nobody wants to see school closures, especially if the closure is a school which has been an integral part of the community. But in the end, the trustees must consider a more important question. That question is how they can best meet the needs of the students — all students — within the parameters of the funding they can expect to receive. It’s a difficult question, since closures and staff cuts both have far-reaching effects. There are no easy answers. Each option under consideration would have affected students. There was no way the trustees could have satisfied everyone.
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The need for affordable housing
It has always puzzled me how a community as affluent as Summerland could face issues of poverty. Here, where some enjoy a high standard of living, others are struggling to cope with basic expenses. Last year, the Summerland Food Bank and Resource Centre provided food to nearly 600 people in 259 households. That works out to roughly five per cent of our population. While some of the food bank recipients are people on social assistance and disability income, the largest group was made of people who are employed. How is it possible for an employed person to be in need of the food bank’s services? Part of the answer is the high cost of housing. Home prices are high, whether for a single family detached house, a duplex, a townhouse or a condominium unit.
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John Arendt According to the figures from B.C. Assessment, a typical house here has a value of $455,000. While our assessed values did not increase as much as in other communities, the price of housing is rising faster than income levels. And when home prices increase, rent rates tend to follow. Why does the cost of housing matter in Summerland? Why not just market ourselves as an upscale community, a place for the well-to-do? Such thinking is extremely shortsighted. We need people to
work in the service industry. We need people willing to work in our stores, restaurants and tourist-related businesses. We need support staff at care facilities. We need people providing agricultural help and taking on all sorts of other roles within our community. These people need to have housing at rates they can afford. Shelter costs,
cially for those with modest incomes. Shelter costs include mortgage payments, property taxes and heat for homeowners or rent and heat for renters. Other utilities are not included. For someone with a household income $40,000 a year, 32 per cent for shelter works out to $1,067 a month. For a household with an income of $30,000
Even with the best belt-tightening measures in place, coping with high housing costs can be a challenge, especially for those already living on modest incomes. according to common wisdom, should be no more than 32 per cent of a household’s income. This isn’t just an arbitrary figure. It’s also used by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Commission as well as by lending agencies. Difficulties will arise if housing costs exceed this threshold, espe-
a year, the 32 per cent figure allows for $800 a month in housing costs. The people in these examples would be working full time and earning well above British Columbia’s minimum wage of $10.25 an hour. Try finding a place to live at these prices in Summerland or the rest of the region. It’s
no easy task. If housing costs are much higher than 32 per cent of one’s income, other compromises may be required. Even with the best belt-tightening measures in place, coping with high housing costs can be a challenge, especially for those already living on modest incomes. A few days of lost wages as a result of illness or one big expense such as a major vehicle repair can present a serious crisis. The rising cost of housing isn’t just our problem here in the Okanagan Valley. It affects people in other parts of this province and in major centres across Canada. As a community, we have talked about providing affordable housing, but so far, little has been done. Somehow, we need to move from discussing the concept to making it a reality. John Arendt is the editor of the Summerland Review.
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Dizzie Gillespie once said, “I don’t care much about music. What I like is sounds.” He would have loved the sounds emanating from this group. This is the Jack and Jill Kindergarten Rhythm Band of 1950 presenting their spring concert for the community. If you recognize anyone in this group or need a closer look, stop by the museum; we’re always trying to put names with the faces in our pictures. And if you’d like to hear a more musical concert of awesome sounds, head for Centre Stage Theatre on Saturday for the Concert for a Cure. Not only will you be able to enjoy great sound, you’ll also be supporting a very worthwhile cause, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. See you there!
Comparisons observed between Trump and Hitler Dear Editor: People have asked: “How did a nation that produced some of the world’s top philosophers and composers such as Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Schumann, etc. ever vote for Hitler?” Well, it was the same reason as why people are rallying behind Trump: emotion not logic. I am not excusing Hitler or the Germans, nor saying that Trump is the same. But Germany was in rough shape, wrecked after the First World War, people were starving, cities were bombed, inflation was phenomenal. My mother-in-law said that it took a suitcase of money to buy a loaf of bread, and she rushed out to buy some food before the price escalated further. Crime was rampant, reparations were sucking too much out of the country to let Germany recover. So along came Hitler who said, “I’ll make Germany great again.” Does that line sound familiar, substitute: “I’ll make America great again?” Hitler said, “We need a return to
law, order, and employment. We will quit paying those stifling reparations.” I saw one of his early propaganda films in the original German (which I understood) at the Kelowna Film Society long ago. I think that maybe the movie was from 1933. Hitler looked like Mr. Nice. Smiling portly older women and cute children brought him flowers, which he graciously accepted. He promised to promote peace and cooperation among nations. He said that he would establish order and help provide employment again, stop inflation, restore people’s spirit and health. Lots of vigorous young people in good shape were shown exercising. There was none of his raucous screechy shouting. He had a horrid accent, akin to listening to extreme Brooklyn English. Instead, he sounded reasonable. Yes, Mr. Nice was going to solve all Germany’s problems. Few people had read his boring, repetitive book, Mein Kampf (My Struggle) or they would have known
what was going to happen to the Jews and other “undesirables.” At first, he didn’t talk about them, but they were in his book. Trump does talk about his perceived “undesirables,” the Muslims and Mexicans, and as you have heard, he has said that the families of ISIS members have to be killed, too. If this irrational man is elected, the U.S. will be in for lots of trouble. So will Canada. Trade policies with Canada could change markedly because Trump thinks that other countries are sucking money out of the US. Would a wall actually be built along the Canada-U.S. border? Trump would probably push for this because he has insinuated that we are exporting terrorists to the States. We likely would experience much more friction with the USA if Trump were elected president. Would some Americans move to Canada in protest? I hope that we won’t have to find out! Marilyn Hansen Summerland
Students and spray paint could fix rainbow crosswalks Dear Editor: Here is a suggestion about maintaining the LGBTQ crosswalks in Summerland, which have not weathered particularly well over the winter. Rather than have them done again and “professionally” to
the tune of another $4,000, how about we give $200 worth of spray paint cans, a broom and a traffic barrier to the grad class and have them go nuts.
Who knows...maybe some of the merchants in town might even donate the paint. After having seen the 1956 Jubilee celebrations
video, what this town can do when it pulls together is nothing short of amazing. Just a thought. Gordon Boothe Summerland
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Visitor Guide launched The first quarter of the year is a busy time for tourism activities. Summer marketing efforts are being organized, media calendars updated, new materials being produced and resources being ordered. One of the key publications for Tourism Summerland is the annual Visitor Experience Guide. The 2016 Guide was delivered to homes along with the new Telephone and Business Directory this past Saturday and will be formally introduced to our business members on
March 17. Each year the guide continues to change. Planning starts the previous summer with a discussion of our image bank. What key pictures do we already have and what images are missing from our collection? Once we’ve determined that, we book a full summer day with our lead photographer and organize potential models – usually local people representing a variety of ages and family groupings. This year, because of weather challenges, we re-scheduled the YOUR COMMUNITY CONNECTION
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Making “Cents” of your Municipality Please join us for an informative, interactive open house. When: Monday, March 21st, 2016 from 3pm – 8pm Where: At the old library (upstairs) on Wharton Street Formal Presentation at 4pm and again at 7pm We understand municipal finances can be complicated and overwhelming so we are doing our best to make it understandable and interesting. Join us for refreshments anytime between 3pm and 8pm to view displays and talk to staff and council members about District finances and operations. Our team leaders will be on hand to showcase their departments, answer questions, describe what services they strive to deliver to our residents, and explain the costs involved to run their department. Have you ever wondered how much money the District collects for taxes, utilities, building permits, business licences, dog licences etc.? Are you curious to know how much it costs to fix a road, treat our water, maintain a park and more? Come and provide input to Council’s proposal for tax rate increases and utility rates for 2016. Residents will be able to see where funds are allocated, what it costs to run a municipality, and what the plans are for future spending. A short presentation on 2016 budget information will be presented at 4pm and again at 7pm. We will help you make “cents” of municipal finances. Come and learn about the municipality you live in. The District would like your input and to hear your thoughts. Drop in and enter your name into a draw for prizes. For more information contact Linda Tynan, CAO at 250-404-4043 or email Ltynan@summerland.ca.
entire shoot 3 times in order to get a perfect day. Then, before Christmas, we determine a layout and style for the guide and what the cover photo will be. The guide itself is grouped into key sections covering activities, shopping, dining, beaches, wineries, etc. Each section features large, and we hope compelling, photos that illustrate what you can enjoy when you visit our community. Our thanks to all our models and local photographers for their contributions to the new guide. This year we have made some significant changes to the written content. We know that people don’t want to read long segments – in a digital age, we all do best with information in short form and bullet points. So we confined the content to two main components: First, In order to invite our guests to share new experiences we are inviting them to make a memory by trying out some different activities that we have suggested in each section. And second, for 2016, we’ve gotten really personal by inviting
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Christine Petkau local residents – likely you know some of them – to write short statements about a particular section. I’m happy to say that each section has turned out beautifully. I want to thank the following people who each wrote about a different section for us: Mike West – wineries; Kim Lawton – dining; Graham Filek – attractions; David Finnis – arts and culture; Brandy Maslowski – shopping; Julianne Diubaldo – markets; Connie Denesiuk – outdoor adventure; Erin Trainer and Erick Thompson – hiking and biking; Shannon and Dalton Brilz – camping; Amanda Brown – beaches; Lisa Jaager – accommodations; Ellen Walker-Matthews – festivals and events; and Sophia Jackson – living in Summerland.
Our thanks also to the Summerland Review who sells the advertising, handles layout and publishes the guide, and to the many local advertisers, without whom the guide couldn’t be produced. We’re glad you’re getting your message out to the thousands of people who enjoy the guide. All in all, this is very much a local product and a reflection of what makes Summerland so special. I hope you’ll pick one up, learn something new about all there is to see and do in Summerland and become a tourist in your own town this year. To see an even bigger array of everything Summerland please visit www. tourismsummerland. com and follow us on Instagram @visit_ summerland. 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.
Medical premium system can backfire
Dear Editor: Re: Time to take MSP off life support (B.C. Views, Feb. 25). I enjoyed Tom Fletcher’s column on MSP premiums and it brought back to mind some research I conducted when I was at Decima Research in the late 1980s. As is true today, there was concern among some that people were over-using medical care, in part because they did not understand its cost. W e tested v i e w s a b o u t costs of Coupon expires on August 31/2016 the system and looked in
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particular at differences between provinces that charged premiums and those that did not. The results were surprising. We found that a significant minority of respondents in provinces that had premiums believed their premiums covered the entire cost of the health system. Far from making them more cautious about accessing the system, many of those premium-paying respondents thought “I’m paying for it, so why shouldn’t I go to the hospital/clinic whenever I want.” As is the case today, proponents of premiums argued that it would make people more sensitive to the costs of the services they used; the converse turned out to be true. Ian McKinnon Oak Bay
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Me? Write?
When I was in junior high school I took a creative writing class. The teacher had in those days what was considered a progressive approach in that all that was required of us was to write and then read our work aloud to the class every day. There was no required reading, no study of famous authors or poets and the final exam was (as you guessed) a piece of writing, done during the examination time. At the end of this school term, our class had enough passable work that the teacher entered many of our stories and poems in a local writing competition. All the winning pieces were published in a book that was ‘launched’ at a fancy hotel in downtown Vancouver. I remember my poem being chosen for the book and trooping downtown to read it to the ballroom full of parents, students and teachers. Recently, while cleaning out my bookcase (yes, even librarians must perform this horrifying task) I came across that published copy of our work and had a chuckle as I remembered how nervous I was. What was more surprising was that I’d forgotten all about that silly poem (or so I call it now) and had to re-read it to recall the lines. What I do remember is all the writing we had done. How peaceful that class was – a room full of 15-year-olds, heads bent to the task, often just gazing out the window to reflect on the words they’d just written. I remember being inspired by what others had written, more so upon hearing it read aloud. We practiced reading for emphasis, using our vocabulary to the best advantage, accepting the feedback after sharing with the class and above all; thinking, thinking, thinking and allowing our minds the freedom to pour it all out onto the page. Anyone can be a writer. It takes dedication, persistence and of course, “thinking”
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Sue Kline time. Every author I know has told me the best way to learn to write is to read, read and read some more. If you’ve always dreamed of seeing your thoughts in print, the library has some great resources to get you started. The Playful Way to Serious Writing, by Roberta Allen is a fun look at constructive ways to get going. For a more journalistic approach try You Can’t Make this Stuff Up, by Lee Gutkind. In her book, The True Secret of Writing, Natalie Goldberg says “Writing is for everyone, like eating and sleeping. Buddha said sleep is the greatest pleasure. We don’t often think of sleep like that. It seems so ordinary. But those who have sleepless nights know the deep satisfaction of sleep. The same is true of writing. We think of it as no big deal, we who are lucky to be literate. Slaves were forbidden to learn to read or write. Slave owners were afraid to think of these people as human. To read and to write is to be empowered. No shackle can ultimately hold you.” Summerland has many talented authors. If you’re a writer, you are invited to an Authors’ Coffee Morning on Saturday, March 12 at 10:30 a.m. in the Meeting Place of the library. In the evening, writers are invited to read their original poems, passages of prose, memoirs or short videos at Four Minutes of Fame at 7 p.m. in the main library. This is an open mic night – original material presented aloud in four minutes. Sue Kline is the Community Librarian at the Summerland Branch of the ORL.
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House fire
Emergency crews responded to a house fire on Canyon View Road on March 1. The fire and an assault around the same time are both under investigation at present.
Police investigate altercation and fire Police are investigating an assault and suspicious fire which both occurred on the same day last week. On March 1 at 1:27 p.m., a 69-year-old man attended the Summerland RCMP detachment to report he had been assaulted.
While officers were investigating the assault, emergency responders were called to a fire at the victim’s home in the 9000 block of Canyon View Road. Nobody was in the house at the time of the fire. A 64-year-old Penticton man
was arrested regarding the assault. The victim was taken to hospital, but has since been released. Cpl. D.J. Tyreman of the RCMP said the fire began shortly after the accused was removed from the house. How-
ever, police do not yet know if the two incidents are related. “Are they connected? We don’t know yet,” he said. Sgt. Stephane LaCroix of the Summerland RCMP detachment said the two men are known to each other and do not present a danger to the
community. The investigation is continuing. Anyone with information about either the assault or the fire is asked to call the Summerland RCMP at 250-404-2000 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-2228477.
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The Summerland Seniors Citizens Drop-in Centre elected their 2016 Board of Directors at their Annual General Meeting on March 2. In the back row from left are treasurer Irene Sadler, Roman Meinhardt, Paul Rienholdt, secretary Merna Wicker and second vice president Gladys Schmidt. In the front row from left are first vice president Rhea Larson, president Sheila White, Marg Lymun, Janet Booth and Opal Kenzel. Missing is new board member Bruce Ferguson.
Library asks what writers want Parker Karnish Special to the Review
On Saturday March 12 at 10:30 a.m. the new library is hosting a meeting titled What Do Writers Want. The Friends of the Summerland Library Society are inviting local authors to attend the meeting. This meeting was set up so that the local authors could gain support from the Friends of the Summerland Library Society and is
also giving those who come a chance to network with other authors said Sue Kline, one of Summerland’s community librarians. Kline will also be introducing the meeting with an overview of all the library’s physical and digital resources, their future plans as well as the programs that they have for readers of any age. Then there will be a discussion on how important the library could be to the
writers, and writers will be able to share their thoughts on how the library can help them to get on their way. Also some suggestions can be made on how there could be some changes made to the library and how they would like to get involved to make it a better place. These improvements to the library are all depending on what the authors would like from the library.
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Members of the Summerland Rotary Club are working with students at Summerland Secondary School in the $100 challenge. Groups of students receive the money and use their entrepreneurial skills to create a larger donation. In the back row from left are John Bubb, Aleah Nesdoly, Hannah Nixdorf, Thea Lemare-Haverkamp, Khush Saran, Curtis Kutchkoff, Brittany Parliament, Corey Berekoff, Sheila Kuhre, Bob Van Balkom and Garry Hollingshead. In the middle row from left are Sarah Gottwald, Sydney Sandrelli, Arianna Planiden, Rachel Shanner, Teagan Kew, Toni Boot and Sharon Lusch. In front from left are Haley Latktin and Denese Espeut-Post.
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Summerland’s Rotary Club is investing money — $100 at a time — to encourage students to give back to the community. Summerland’s Rotary Club has been doing their $100 challenge with Summerland Secondary students for the last three years. This year, seven groups of students have each been given a $100 donation from the Summerland Rotary Club. Instead of students immediately donating the money they are given, they are encouraged to use their entrepreneurial skill to find a way to increase their money for an even larger donation to give to a cause or charity of their choice. This is a great way for students
to help out their community, said Rotary Club member Paul Barber. Students in the past years have come up with some creative ideas. In the past, one group of students decided to build bird houses and sell them. They raised more than $300. Another group decided to use their money to encourage students at the school to participate in a blood drive. The cost for the transportation was covered by the students’ money. Other fundraising efforts have included running concessions at school events, making and selling cards, scarves and raffle baskets. Members of the Rotary Club have been asked to serve as mentors if any of the students need help or some advice on the projects. Denese Espeut-Post is the Rotarian who has put together the challenge this year.
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Mariachi band returns to Summerland A mariachi band will return to Summerland for a concert next week. El Mariachi los Dorados will perform at Centre Stage Theatre on Thursday, March 17. This is the sixth year the band has toured the Okanagan Valley. The ensemble performs traditional Mexican music, with new compositions as well as older songs. Diego Kohl, who plays the guitarrón, a bass instrument, said this year’s tour will
feature a new single, El Mexicano. “There’s a neat buzz about this song,” he said. The song was written by band leader Alex Alegria and was featured at a mariachi festival in Vancouver.
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Mexican film, in the late 1950s and 1960s. Kohl describes the music as stories for rural people. The music has an upbeat sound and the band’s goal is to provide entertainment for the audiences.
“We’re up there to make people smile, laugh and have a good time,” he said. The concert, on March 17, begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at Martin’s Flowers in Summerland and The Dragon’s Den in Penticton.
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The Penticton lodge of the Canadian Royal Purple Society initiated 10 new members in February. Julie Stevens is president of the new Penticton lodge. Past National President Lynda Nolan from Prince George was the instituter and installer. She had assistance from Past National President Regina MacLean and National Chaplain Marilynn Allen of North Kamloops, and Ontario Provincial Representative Lorraine Pezzutto from Sault St. Marie, Ont. and the B.C. Royal Purple Association Executive. Members from other lodges in the region were also present. Royal Purple is a nonprofit organization helping children and communities.
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Addison — Hawkes
Caroline Addison who grew up in Penticton, and Patrick Hawkes originally from Ontario, were married July 2, 2015 in a small intimate ceremony at one of their favourite hiking spots in Summerland overlooking Okanagan Lake. A reception followed at Zias Stonehouse Restaurant. The happy couple lives in Summerland.
Beggs – Cudmore
Sandra and Dan Beggs are very pleased to announce the engagement of their youngest daughter, Diandra Beggs, to Wade Cudmore of Naramata, son of Kathy Richardson and the late Mr. Donny Cudmore. Their 2016 June wedding will take place at the Bottega Inn, Kelowna.
Carter — Schmidt
Erica Carter of Summerland and Craig Schmidt of Abbotsford met in Vancouver while Erica was attending university. They got engaged on the Labour Day weekend, 2015. They will be married July 9, 2016 at Laugh Coyote Orchards in Prairie Valley in Summerland. The orchard is owned by Erica’s parents, Neal and Louisa Carter. The engagement pictures were taken at Knox Mountain in Kelowna.
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Chudyk — Saunders
On a beautiful, sunny day in Summerland on Oct. 17, 2015 Thomas Matthew Saunders and Natasha Brooke Chudyk were married. The ceremony was held at the historic Lakeside Church in Summerland. The reception followed aboard the S.S. Sicamous in Penticton. Sister of the bride Nikki Chudyk served as maid of honour, Mackay Rundle was the best man. Bridesmaids were Ashley Bell and Leanne Rundle. Groomsmen were Garett Mayers and Clint Chudyk. The bride is the daughter of Derek and Candy Chudyk of Summerland. The groom is the son of T. Randall Saunders of Delta and Tammy Saunders of Calgary. The newlyweds reside in Osoyoos.
Duncan — Bancroft
Heather Duncan of Summerland and Rob Bancroft of Minto, New Brunswick were married in Summerland on Aug. 8, 2015. The wedding took place on a beautiful day at Rob and Eunice Duncan’s house in the garden overlooking the valley. The wedding was celebrated by many family and friends that came from all over the continent to witness the happy occasion. Rob and Heather now live in Vancouver.
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Kinch — Mitchell Lee — Bullen Hardwick — Sheets
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Hardwick of Summerland are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Kym Hardwick to Mr. Dalan Sheets of Keremeos. The wedding will be held in Summerland, September 2016 on the family farm.
Watson — Grieve
Magi Lee, daughter of Ken and Elaine Lee of Summerland, and Geoff Bullen, son of Tim and Bonnie Bullen of Nelson, were married June 7, 2015 in Stanley Park. Summerlanders may remember Magi as a young girl working in her parents’ restaurant, Johnnie’s Restaurant. Magi and Geoff met at the University of Calgary and now live in Vancouver.
Celebrating with family and friends Pamela Kinch and David Mitchell were joined together on Aug. 22, 2015 in a beautiful ceremony at the picturesque R.J. Haney Heritage Village in Salmon Arm. The long time Summerland school friends reunited after pursuing educational and travel goals. A wonderful dinner and a full night of dancing and visiting was enjoyed by all at the Cedar Heights Community Centre in Sorrento. Pamela and David travelled to Columbia for their honeymoon and are now happily back in their home in Burnaby. It is rumoured that there may be changes in the family composition this coming July.
Brittany Watson of Summerland met Jordan Grieve of Salmon Arm at UBC Vancouver and on June 13, 2015 were married. It was the perfect day for an outdoor ceremony, dinner and dance surrounded by family and friends. They will spend their honeymoon in Greece and return to their home in Salmon Arm.
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Lappalainen — Harris
On Sept. 6, 2015, family and friends from across the country gathered in front of a big willow tree to celebrate the marriage of Mike Harris and Leslie Lappalainen. The wedding was held on the couple’s farm in Summerland, B.C. They would like to thank their friends and family who helped them pull off a very special DIY backyard wedding. Mike and Leslie didn’t let hurricane Patricia spoil their honeymoon plans to Mexico. They switched gears and enjoyed a relaxing two weeks in Thailand (planned the night before departure.)
Illingworth — Smith
Lacey Illingworth, daughter of Jackie Drouillard of Windsor, Ontario and Ken Illingworth of Harrow, Ontario and Greg Smith son of Shelley and Rory Smith of Summerland, were united in marriage on Saturday July 4, 2015. The ceremony and beautiful reception was held in Kelowna at the Guishican House. Guests came from Ontario, Alberta and various parts of B.C. to enjoy the day. No honeymoon for this busy couple as it was back to work the following Tuesday. Lacey and Greg have settled in Summerland and look forward to raising the fifth generation of Smiths in this community.
Li — King Larsson — Robson
Tara Larsson and Kyle Robson were married Sept. 26, 2016 at the Experimental Gardens in Summerland. Congratulations from proud parents, Robert and Suzanne Houston.
Rob King and Anna Li enjoy outdoor escapades, travelling, and sharing life together. On a brisk morning trail run, Rob proposed at Thetis Lake and the happy couple was married on Feb. 21, 2015. The wedding took place in Victoria, B.C. at Church of Our Lord surrounded by friends and family. Rob and Anna King have hopes of once again calling Summerland home in the not-too-distant future.
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Long — Northcote
Kayla Long and Julian Northcote were married in Summerland on Aug. 22, 2015.The ceremony was done in the backyard of Julian’s parents’ house where he grew up and he and Kayla had their first kiss. The reception was held at the Harold Simpson Memorial Hall.
Bruce and Deirdre McDowall of Summerland and Andy and Sandy Marshall of Peachland are thrilled to announce the upcoming wedding of Carla Marshall and Kevin McDowall in July 2016. Kevin and Carla met in 2012 and have been teaching overseas for the past four years. They are looking forward to sharing this day with their friends and family.
Kimberly Robson and Richard Hulbert were wed on April 4, 2015 by Pastor Rick Gay in a beautiful outdoor ceremony at the bride’s parents home in Summerland, B.C. Kimberly was radiant in her Morilee full length gown, a classic graceful style with crystal beading, complemented by a family designed headpiece. Ten attendants were elegant in purple and silver attire, young nieces and nephew were delightful. Kimberly’s bridal bouquet of purple calla lilies had a pendant attached holding photos of her grandparents, and Richard’s grandparents attended. Bagpipes by friend Neil Westmacott were a special gift, as were the 120 guests of family and friends from B.C., Saskatchewan and England who enjoyed a reception at the Youth Centre. Kimberly and Richard honeymooned in Mexico and currently reside in Surrey, B.C. They sincerely thank everyone for sharing in their “perfect day of pure magic.”
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Sanders — Punter
Andrea Sanders and Paul Punter wed in a beautiful ceremony at the Summerland Ornamental Gardens on Aug. 15, 2015. Paul and Andrea met in England while Andrea was pursuing her MA degree. They would like to thank all of their friends and family who traveled from near and far to help them celebrate the special day! The couple now reside in Vancouver, B.C.
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Couple active in community work Carla McLeod Special to the Review This year it is a couple who are sharing the title of Citizen/Volunteer of the Year, for Summerland. Although they have no idea who nominated them, Paul Barber and Charlotte Burley are appreciative of having received this award, which recognizes their activities and involvement in the community. Before arriving in Summerland the couple had lived in Prince George for thirty three years, where Burley worked as a teacher and Barber was a high school and college counsellor. They retired and moved here in 2007. “We wanted to open up a new chapter in our lives,” explained Barber. “The climate and being close to the lake was a big appeal. When we were building our house we would go down to Powell Beach and we’d be pinching ourselves. It was like a dream.” One of the challenges of moving to a new community is finding a way to meet new people. Burley’s mother came to live with the couple and she was a church going lady, so they all three started attending the United Church where they became acquainted with others. It was there that they responded to the minister’s appeal for drivers to help deliver meals through the Meals on
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Charlotte Burley and Paul Barber were the recipients of this year’s Citizen/Volunteer of the Year award. They moved here in 2007 and have been active in numerous community organizations and initiatives since that time.
Wheels program. “There’s nothing more rewarding than showing up at someone’s house… they are 85 years old and haven’t talked to anybody… and you walk in and you are the light of their day,” said Barber. “They are so grateful. You are solving a problem in their life and providing food, but more than anything it is the human contact they need.”
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Burley is now serving as the Volunteer Manager for the Meals on Wheels program and Barber still serves as a back- up driver. It was because of being a volunteer driver with this initiative, that Barber was first introduced to the Rotary Club. He was invited to attend one of their meetings and liking what they had to say and their philosophy, he decided to join. “Once you join a couple of organizations like our church and the Rotary
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Club, you just follow his fellow Rotarians where the need is. If there and the satisfaction that is a need you do some- comes from working with thing about it,” Barber a team to accomplish said. something. “You see some opporVolunteering was not tunities to make a difference “You see some opportunities in the com- to make a difference in the munity community and you put your and you put your two cents worth in and away two cents you go. One thing leads to worth in another and you’re busy. You and away you go. are working with people who One thing have similar goals and you leads to inspire each other.” another Paul Barber and you’re busy. You are working with people something new to Barber who have similar goals and Burley. It was someand you inspire each thing that they had both other.” done before moving to Barber enjoys the Summerland. camaraderie he has with “Even when we were
in Prince George and raising our children I tried to always have myself say ‘yes’ before I said no,” explained Burley. “I call myself a go-for. I’ll go for this or that and if somebody asks me for something I’ll say yes before I’ll say no.” She is also good at solving problems and believes that for every problem there is a solution. Burley explained that there is reciprocity when it comes to volunteering and that when you give to others you definitely get something back in return. “You’re not consciously thinking that you are doing a good deed, but because it is a positive interaction, it has an effect on you. It makes you feel happy!” Everyone in this couple’s circle of friends, are involved in some way with the community, so while they appreciated receiving the award, they also felt a little uncomfortable about being singled out. “There are so many other wonderful people that are doing things,” said Barber. Upon hearing that Barber and Burley had won the award, the response that came from their children was what the couple seemed to appreciate most. “They sent us flowers,” said Burley, while Barber explained, “The sense of pride you hear in their voices, I think that has meant more to us than anything. I think we are leaving a legacy that hopefully one day they will follow.” 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 250-4945406.
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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. Euchre is played every second and third 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 250494-4666. Summerland Caregiver Support Group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Summerland Health Centre lower conference room. For more information call Cindy at 250-404-8072. 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 778-479-3795 or Orv Robson at 250-4941504. Summerland Material Girls Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from September to May at 9 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Cathy Patterson at 250-494-8274 or Annie Smirmaul at 250-4942286. Summerland 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, 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 11:45 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.
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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.
Sunday 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. Dabber Bingo is played 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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Tuesday 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. M o t h e r- t o - m o t h e r breastfeeding support — the Penticton/ Summerland chapter of La Leche League Canada meets on the third and fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Please call 250-494-1894 or email pentictonlllc@ gmail.com for the location of the meeting. All mothers and babies are welcome. Find out more information visit www. lllc.ca. Penticton Concert Band practices Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Intermediate to advanced players welcome to audition. Call Musical Director Dave Brunelle, 250-4977180, or email dbrunelle@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 Tuesday of the month at Parkdale Lounge at 1:30 pm. Contact Donna at 250-494-4206 for more information. Tai Chi at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, Tuesdays at 9 a.m. for beginners and 10 a.m. for advanced. For more information call Nancy at 250-494-9802. 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 Quest Society is inviting women interest-
s ed in assisting children and adults with hearing or speech impairments On the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Parkdale Place meeting room at 9700 Brown St. For more information call Pat at 250-494-1076 or visit questsociety.shawwebspace.ca. 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. Indoor pickleball is played Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in the gym at Trout Creek Elementary School. Experienced players are welcome. Contact Angela at 250276-4323 for info. 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
www.summerlandreview.com 17 disabilities. S u m m e r l a n d Badminton Club plays every Wednesday at 7 p.m. For information call Shaun at 250-4941513. The Heritage Advisory Commission meets the third Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. in Council Chambers of the Municipal Hall. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
Upcoming If you love cats, and have two or three hours a week to spare, Critteraid would love to have you join our cattery crew, to help us keep the rooms clean for the cats. They will love you for it, and we, the other volunteers, will as well. Please call Diane, for more information, at 250-494-5304, or email rusambo@telus.net. Oldtimer Hockey
Group for ages 55 to 85+ plays Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 8 to 9:30 a.m. For registration and details contact Wayne at 250-494-7460. The Greater Victoria Police Chorus Okanagan Tour will perform on Sunday, May 15 at 7 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in Summerland. For tickets contact the church office at 250494-3466. Visit victoriapolicechorus.org for more information. The Royal Canadian Legion in Summerland will show Naomi Klein’s recent video, This Changes Everything on March 24. The show starts at 7 p.m if you want to come early the legion will offer their dinner menu before 7 p.m. A donation for the movie would be appreciated.
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Smith receives bronze at swim championships Over the weekend swimmers from around the province competed in the BC AAA Championships in Victoria. Four Orca swimmers from Summerland competed. The BC AAA Championships is the highest level of provincial swimming. It was a four-day competition that ended on Sunday March 6. There were 635 swimmers compet-
ing. One of Summerland’s Orca swimmers, Taylor Smith, 13, earned a bronze medal in the 50 breaststroke with a time of 36.13. This was her first medal at this highest level of provincial competitive swimming. “The mental toughness all the swimmers showed all weekend was
very impressive” said head co-coach Delano Ducheck. Smith has also qualified for the prestigious Canadian Age Group Nationals in Calgary this July. “Every goal Taylor set out to do, she accomplished. She has become a phenomenal swimmer, powered by determination and work ethic,” said co-coach Joanne Malar.
Summerland! The Summerland Refugee Sponsorhip Group would like to thank the community for its generous financial support and donations of goods and services in kind. This support has allowed us to welcome one Syrian refugee family to Summerland and we are in the process of facilitiating the settlement of another. Most of all we would like to thank the community for making the refugee families feel at home in Summerland with all your greetings of welcome and your happy smiles on the street. Shukran!
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Four ORCA swimmers competed for the highest level of Provincial Swimming at the BC AAA Championships. The competition was held at the Saanich Commonwealth Games Pool. From left coach Delano Ducheck, Coach Joanne Malar, Taylor Smith 13, Taylor Ingram 11, Keagan Ingram 13, Brooklyn Parliament 13.
Middle School girls play at provincials The Summerland Middle School Grade 8 Girls basketball team proved they can compete with any team in the province at the Provincial Championships March 3 to 5 in Pitt Meadows. The South Okanagan champions opened with a tough match up in Round 1, drawing Howe Middle School, a top Fraser Valley team. The girls competed hard as Howe challenged the girls with their lighting quick point guard and a tough zone defence. Summerland had to adjust to a zone offence, which they don’t normally use as zones aren’t a defence that is played in South Okanagan play. The Wave opened strong, ending the first quarter down 17-14. Karrah Roelfsema was on fire offensively, scoring 12 first quarter points. As the game wore on, Howe’s shots kept falling and SMS had many solid scoring chances but couldn’t seem to finish. The final score was 30-50 for Howe. In Round 2 the Wave played Prince Rupert in one
of the most exciting games of the tournament. Summerland and Rupert played a back and forth game which demonstrated a great deal of offence. The Wave were up 19-17 at the end of the first quarter and went into half time up 30-29. Rupert had a shooter who couldn’t miss, Payton Henry, who hit four three pointers and scored 17 points in the first half. Summerland adjusted defensively and had Navi Hughes match up in isolation on Henry. Hughes is a tough defender who took on the challenge, and along with help from Alyssa Robinson, Summerland limited Henry to only two points in the second half. The second half was a back and forth battle with Rupert up 43-39 after three. The Wave pushed hard in the final period, closing the score to 47-49 with a minute left. The teams each scored in the final minute, with Rupert pulling out a 51-49 win. Olivia Harrold was outstanding defensively, shad-
owing Rupert’s strong point guard all game. Jaqueline Mansiere led Summerland with 20 points, while power forward Karrah Roelfsema put up 17. Friday’s game saw Summerland take on North Island Champion Cowichan Secondary. The girls dominated Cowichan for the entire game, leading 29-10 at the half and going on to win 38-16. Summerland played well on both the offensive and defensive ends. Grade 7 Lexi Corday was named player of the game by the all-star committee. She controlled the offence by scoring when needed and delivering over 10 assists. Defensively she had double digit steals. Mansiere had 14 points and Paige Russill gave a spark off the bench, scoring several big baskets to begin the second half. Russill has really developed this year and with continued work will be a top notch post player, said Corday. The final game saw SMS draw Vancouver Independent Champion St. Patrick
Regional School. Mansiere scored 10 first quarter points. Summerland started strong, leading 14 -13 after one quarter. St. Pat’s pressed ahead in the second and went into the half up 29-20. Summerland made some adjustments at the half going back to full court defensive pressure and changed to a zone offence. Summerland got defensive play from Olivia Harrold and Navi Hughes, and strong perimeter play from Grade 7 Brinay Burdick. Corday once again had multiple steals and six fourth-quarter points to close the gap to a four-point margin, but Summerland lost 44-36. Summerland was awarded the Most Sportsmanlike Team award and trophy. Mansiere received individual recognition from the Tournament All Star Committee by being named to the Honourable Mention All Star Team. SMS finished the tournament 14th in the province. Other team members were Grade 7 Laska Hughes, Morgan Hilgersom, and Rowan Knowles.
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George’ Sam’ Sutton passed away at the age of 75 at his home with his wife and children by his side. This sincere and gentle man is now at peace with his Saviour Jesus. George will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 48 years, Margery, daughter Terri (Jean), son Bryan (Leigh), and grandchildren Brook, Landon and Allyssa. He is survived by one brother, Bob and four sisters: Margaret, Sylvia, Doris and Shirley along with their spouses and children. George is sadly pre-deceased by his parents James and Mary ‘Molly’ Sutton, step-father Fred Fellner, sister Diane, and brother Stan. George will be greatly missed by all his cherished family and friends. He was born in Vancouver, BC, then as a young boy, grew up in Osoyoos, BC where he graduated from Oliver High School before attending U.B.C. where he graduated with a Bachelor of Education-Secondary. In 1985, he received a Master of Arts in Administration and Curriculum from Gonzaga University. The first 5 years of George’s teaching career were at Silver Creek Elementary School in Hope, BC, Seaview Elementary in Port Coquitlam, BC, and Nootka Elementary in Vancouver, BC. He ended up in Summerland, BC in 1968 where he taught at MacDonald Elementary. Eventually he became the Vice Principal at McDonald Elementary, then retired in 1997 as principal at Trout Creek Elementary. George was a long time, active member of Summerland Baptist Church. He was a Rotarian for 30 years and last fall he was made an honorary member of the Rotary Club. He demonstrated his passion for history through the completion of his family tree and by compiling details and photos on the history of Summerland schools which he provided to the Summerland Museum. George was happiest when he was gardening, “puttering” around the house, and spending precious time with his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed one- on-one time with close friends and camping. He and his wife created fond memories dancing and travelling together. His family would like to thank the Kelowna Cancer Clinic, Dr. E. Allen, and Summerland Palliative Care nurses, Laurie and Lea. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, March 12th at Summerland Baptist Church, 10318 Elliot St., Summerland, BC. Donations in George’s honour can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 565 West 10th Ave., Vancouver, BC V5Z 4J4 or the Gideons International in Canada, P.O. Box 3619, Guelph, Ontario N1H 7A2. Condolences may be directed to the family through providencefuneralhomes.com.
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Alan Dennis (Dennie) Martin was born on July 20th, 1938 and was called Home to be with his Lord on March 4th, 2016, where he was reunited with his beloved mother Eva, and many other loved ones. Dennie will be lovingly remembered by his “adopted daughter”, Dana Martin; his sister, Eleanor Low and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Dennie was a long time resident of Summerland, moving there from Rose Valley, Saskatchewan in 1946. He was employed as a printer with Oliver Printing from 1965-2002, commuting daily from Summerland to Oliver to a profession he enjoyed working in. Dennie loved cats, woodworking, ¿shing and hunting. 7he primary love he had in life was that of caring for his mother. He considered that a great honour and was faithful in looking after her right up until her death. Cremation preceded a Celebration Of Dennie’s Life which will be held at Bethel Funeral Chapel on Friday, March 11th, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor :ill :iens of¿ciating. $ Reception will follow in the Bethel 7ea Room. $s an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Dennie to the SPC$, Vernon Branch, 4800 Haney Road, Vernon, B.C. V1H 1P6. Funeral arrangements have been made with BE7HEL F81ER$L CH$PEL L7D., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V17 8=5 250-542-1187
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HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED IN SUMMERLAND Reliable, flexible person required for a housekeeping position (5 days per week) for an 83 unit Supportive Living complex. Responsible for all aspects of providing weekly housekeeping services, including laundry. Previous experience working in a senior’s facility setting an asset. Information package & job description, available by email: parkdaleinfo@shaw.ca or phone: (250) 494-1161, Monday-Friday, 9am to 1pm. Submit a reply with cover letter, resume and references to 100–9302 Angus Street, Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z5 or fax to: (250) 494-1137 or email: parkdaleadmin@shaw.ca Closing date April 1, 2016 Visit our website: www.parkdaleplace.ca Parkdale Place Housing Society 100 – 9302 Angus Street, Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z5 Ph: (250) 494-1161 Fax: (250) 494-1137 Non-Profit Reg. S0012387 GST# 11908281RT001
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Landscaping EDGING Emerald Cedars Direct from Okanagan grower, acclimatized for this area. SPECIAL: 5 ft. tall 10 for $200, delivery and planting available. call: George at Budget Nurseries 250-498-2189 or email: georgedemelo@mail.com Screened Topsoil $25 yard. 6 yard minimum for free delivery. Dave Knight Trucking. 250-490-7652.
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Fertilizers Aged horse manure for sale. No straw, no sawdust. 1 truckload delivered $45, load by yourself $15, we load $25 or fill your own bag $2.50. Bigger loads, ask for a price. Call 250-494-0506
Garage Sales Garage sale weather is here! Early birds make the money, not when there is 40 sales in one day.
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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Summerland: large 1 bdrm apt for rent. F/S. Ref’s req’d. NP, NS, ND. More info call 250-498-4370.
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door, meaning that if you’ve written something, it could be anything, really, that you want to share with the world, this is your chance. One of the really nice things about this event is that it’s not limited to a certain genre or type of writing or performing and they’re really encouraging people to come out and be creative. You can use music to enhance your performance, there’s the ability to blend a wide range of media into your presentation, so if you’re interested, be creative. The only limitation is that you have four minutes to do your thing, which might not be enough time to read your new novel, but you’ll have time to give the world a taste. The event starts at 7 p.m. at the Sum-
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Douglas Paton merland Library and admission is by donation to Friends of the Summerland Library. Even if you don’t feel like reading something, this is a great chance to see how much talent can be found in Summerland. Coming up the following Monday, March 14, the always popular Cod Gone Wild are bringing their show to Summerland as part of their St. Patrick’s Day tour.
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Renowned musicians captivate audience at symphony concert Anita Perry Special to the Review The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra’s recent offering, Music of the Night, featured internationally renowned Phantom, Peter Karrie and Vernon resident soprano Melina Moore. Peter Karrie has played the lead role in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera an astonishing 3,000 times worldwide. From the opening bars of the Phantom theme to the heart-felt tones of “Music of the Night”, Karrie held the audience in the palm of his hand. He captured the pulsing yearning of a frightened girl when he sang “Piece of Sky”, then swept into a mood so dramatically despairing with “Soliloquy” from Les Miserables, that the audience was too hushed to applaud.
Moore showed herself to be a capable songstress, easily keeping pace with Karrie in all duets. Her operatic training from Julliard showed to advantage as her technical control was effortless and clean. Maestra Rosemary Thomson squeezed in the Overture from Verdi’s La Forza del Destino. The performance was notable for its shaped lines and good musical direction. A special brava to pianist Carol Colpitts who was called on to accompany two of the vocal numbers on her own, and provide the pounding organ parts for the Phantom pieces, rock organ and harp parts. The soloists and orchestra more than deserved the two enthusiastic standing ovations from an enchanted audience whose hearts and spirits were swept away by the music of this magical March night.
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Premiers do the carbon shuffle ed for jets waiting at Vancouver airport, Clark expressed the hope that the public would say “they got together and they made progress.” Did they? Let’s take a look. Going into the Whistler-Vancouver stop on Trudeau’s globe-trotting glamour tour, Clark correctly noted that it’s
other provinces that need to make progress. B.C. has a clear price on carbon emissions; it’s been held at $30 a tonne since Clark succeeded its creator, Gordon Campbell. Clark’s advice for other premiers is to follow Campbell’s example of a revenue-neutral carbon tax, offset by income
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Dan Ashton, left, MLA for the riding of Penticton, presents a cheque for $8,000 to John Dorn of the Summerland Youth Centre Association. The money, from the latest round of provincial gaming grants, will go to summer programs at the centre. In addition, the Agur Lake Camp Society received $36,000 and the Summerland Asset Development Initiative received $50,000. A total of $257,800 in grant funding was distributed to organizations in the riding during this round of grants. Since Ashton took office in June, 2013, a total of $4.633 million in gaming grant money has come to the riding.
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tax reductions. You won’t build public support for a carbon tax that makes people poorer, she said. Of course that’s what Alberta is doing, at a time when many residents are getting poorer already. Alberta’s NDP government plans to match the rate of B.C.’s carbon tax within two years and spend the proceeds. Other premiers have more creative definitions for pricing carbon. Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil pointed to transmission lines and power purchases from the Muskrat Falls dam under construction in Labrador, to substitute hydro for coal-fired power. The highest electricity prices in Canada are their “carbon pricing” plan. Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall pointed to SaskPower’s Boundary Dam carbon capture and storage project. It is the world’s first coalfired power station to capture carbon dioxide after combustion. The CO2 is sold to oilfield operators who inject it into declining wells to push more oil out, and the project intends to cap-
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Tom Fletcher ture sulphur dioxide and fly ash to process and sell for other industrial uses. Wall is the only Canadian leader to state a couple of inconvenient truths. The purpose of this exercise is to reduce carbon emissions, not to raise tax revenues. And now is the worst possible time to impose more taxes on the oil and gas industry. Clark’s stand-pat strategy on the B.C. carbon tax is going to change this year, as positioning begins for the 2017 election. A B.C. government advisory panel has recommended a 33 per cent increase, conveniently starting in 2018, with annual increases after that. The current sevencent-per-litre carbon tax on gasoline sold in B.C. is hardly a deterrent these days,
as pump prices have tumbled and could stay low for years to come. And with a fragile economy, it seems unlikely that a big boost in carbon taxes will find favour with voters a year from now. The B.C. NDP is trying to rebuild its credibility on climate policy. NDP leader John Horgan tried to revise the party’s history, claiming in year-end interviews that the NDP didn’t oppose the carbon tax, only making it revenue neutral rather than spending the money on green initiatives, as Alberta wants to do. Alas, the NDP’s “axe the tax” campaign going into the 2009 election is a matter of record. The party’s election platform warned that Campbell’s plan “increases taxes for average families by tripling the gas tax” to its current level. Last week the NDP issued a news release denouncing Clark for presiding over increasing greenhouse gas emissions. Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc
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