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4 Vote or Run & Make a Difference • Laurel D'Andrea: more than ever it's time to vote.
6 Get Your Vote on • Cover Story: See why Mark, Deanna, Barb & Geoff exercise their right.
8 A Commentary on Kelowna Civic Elections • Mel Kotler speaks to why we need a stronger voter turnout.
10 Election Dirties • Marilyn Brown uses her words and wit to share her perspective on elections.
12 Where Our Tax Dollars Go • We asked three of our leaders to tell us where it all goes.
16 Pitfalls to Avoid in Estate Planning • Paule Seeger share some key points when it comes to estate planning.
17 Crime Fighting goes High Tech
18 Community Events • Looking for something to do? Here is a great place to start.
19 Relationship Building for the Marginalized • Patricia Goertzen describes how Hands in Service lend a hand when needed.
21 Julie Wambeke: Angels Among Us • The time and energy this 90+ year old has is truly heaven sent.
22 Thomas Budd: Angels Among Us • He values all that he has and is eager to share with others.
23 Prospera Credit Union: Angels Among Us • Giving back is easier when the entire team is behind you.
29 Plan, Hope & Adapt for the Future • Michele Morris shares her first anniversary moment with us.
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31 Care for Our Community • Joint effort in November to help those in need.
32 YMCA-YWCA Building Active Adults • Adriane Long explains how and why being active is good for you.
34 Right Up Your Alley • Ruby Sargeant knows better than most on how bowling is great for all ages!
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35 Time Flies and Drives Progress • Dr. Wayne Terai reflects on his 17 years in business.
36 Preventing & Treating Sun Damaged Skin • Dr. Craig Crippen has options and suggestions that will help.
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38 International Children's Games Inspire Young Athletes • Sharon Hughes Geekie had front row seats and was empowered by the spirit.
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40 Crusing is for Everyone • Tom Polacco will convince you that your next vacation should be on a boat.
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42 Staying Healthy while Traveling Abroad • Ray Christopherson tells us why we need to take precautions before leaving the country.
44 Bus Tour Travel Tips • Carol Therrien knows why a bus tour is FUN and the way to go.
46 Thank You for the Past 5 Years • Beyond
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Vote or Run and Make a
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Difference Submitted by Laurel D’Andrea
The answer is “to make a difference.” Those were just a few words spoken by Mike Harcourt at Jack Layton’s service earlier today. The question was this: "Why do they do it?" “Why put up with the grind, the exhaustion of the work, the abuse, the loss of income and security, the loss of family life?” I planned the editorial for this issue last year, never did I think that between then and now we would lose people like Sindi Hawkins (September 21, 2010) and Jack Layton (August 22, 2011) to such a horrible disease. The reason I chose the fall issue to have a bit of a political slant was I wanted to “make a difference.” Beyond 50 is proud to be celebrating its fifth year. We have shared, been inspired and laughed because hundreds have contributed to this publication. We are community-based, community-minded, and love what this community gives back to us. If this is your first copy of Beyond 50, I encourage you to go and read some of our previous issues on our website. I am sure there will be at least one story that will motivate you to “make a difference.”
Our hope is that we encourage our readers to vote in upcoming elections and to do so with confidence and knowledge. Voting is a right and when people don’t exercise that right, we all lose. You may be saying to yourself my vote doesn’t matter, or my husband is going to vote differently, so one cancels out the other - that is what my mom used to say. Women fought long and hard to have a voice and should use it. Beyond 50 asked four random people why they vote and they have shared their reasons. They range in age, nationality and gender. Kelowna is home to some of the finest communityminded citizens. I asked one of them to describe why he felt voting is important. Mel Kotler has seen more then most, gives back time and time again. He also speaks his mind and tells you what he thinks, not necessarily what you want to hear, I wish he had thrown his hat in the ring. When you read what Mel had to say you will see what I mean. Many people have already let it be known they will run. My question is this, do they fully comprehend what is involved? Perhaps they should look at the second paragraph of this article. Are they doing it because someone said, “you’re a great guy, you know a lot of people, you should run.” The economy has been tough on all of us. More than ever we need people on council who understand business, have a compassion for community, environmental concerns, and can 4
Left to right: Devon, Laurel and Dallas in front of Kelowna City Hall on Water Street.
mentor our youth, but also listen to what they have to share. The youth are our future and they have a lot of knowledge and skill to offer. Another consideration has to do with incumbent candidates. Just because they’re already on council, doesn’t mean they have done a “fantastic” job. Look at what they have accomplished over the past three years - have they made a difference? I loathe when people become council members and never show up to meetings or events they are scheduled for. I do understand that we are all busy, but they have made a commitment to the role. If you are one who does vote, please keep in mind that just because there are eight spots for council, you don’t have to pick candidates for them all. If you only think three have what it takes, then choose only them. We all need to take a serious look at each and every candidate who comes forward this election. I encourage you to read, attend forums, listen to the radio, and with social media, you can educate yourself from your favourite chair. We need strong leadership in our communities, so that is what we need to focus on. I am sure all the people running are amiable, but really is that all you want to run your city for the next three years? Thank you for supporting Beyond 50. I love the Okanagan and I can’t think of a better place to raise my two sons, Devon and Dallas. I may not be a politician, but I can honestly say that I do show my boys we all need to take a little time to make a difference.
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“One vote won’t make a difference” - that’s the common argument most people make when they opt not to exercise their right to cast a ballot on election day. But imagine if tens of thousands of people say the same thing? That’s exactly what happened in the last City of Kelowna municipal election and one could argue those missing ballots could easily have swayed the results in one direction or another. Your vote is your voice, and with the next municipal election looming, Beyond 50 asked some random movers and shakers in the community why it’s important to use your voice November 19.
Why vote? Voting is our collective opportunity to express our opinion on how we want to be governed. It’s the way to express our dreams for the future - what our community will look like, how we live, how will we look after our neighbours. It is an amazing and powerful gift, a valuable gift, one that has come at a very steep price. Thousands
Why vote?
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of Canadians have given their lives to preserve our democratic freedom. We honour their sacrifice by voting. As we benefit from all the riches that this great community has to offer, our participation reminds our elected officials that we care about our community and the trust we have vested in them.
- Mark Oakley, Finance Director Central Okanagan Foundation
Why vote?
In Canada, voting is not It’s your right... it’s your only a right, but it is also a responsibility... it’s your privilege. Unfortunately privilege! We are so very fortunate to live in a democracy, where we have the ease and unthreatened ability to have a say in directing our politicians and governments on what is important to us as individuals in our beliefs, businesses, economic structures, and our lives. I am a middle-aged, married businesswoman with a grown family, and I am thankful and appreciate my right, the privilege, and accept my responsibility.
- Deanna Florence, Owner Marlin Travel Kelowna
today, it is something that many Canadians take for granted. As a third generation immigrant, the act and responsibility of voting is something I cherish very much. My Grandfather, Bhagu Singh Basran, came to Canada in the early 1900s. During those times, racism, discrimination and inequality were prevalent. Although my Grandfather was a proud Canadian, he was unable to take part in the many democratic processes used to shape our country today. From the
experiences of my ancestors, I am familiar with what life is like without having a political voice, and it is for that reason that I continue to exercise my right to vote.
Why vote? I vote because I’m involved, and I’m involved because I’m invested in the future. My vote helps
shape the city, province, country and world I want to live in. Everything from how green my city is to which tax I pay. In this year alone, I’ve been able to vote for my MP, in a tax referendum, and will vote for my choices for city council. With low voter turnout, my vote means even more. In the last civic by-election, there was just an 11 per cent voter turnout. The civic election before that was 22 per cent. With so few people voting, it’s important my interests are looked after, even if it’s just by checking a box.
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A commentary on Kelowna civic elections is an interesting subject. A community that continuously voices its opinions about the decisions council makes. A city that is passionate about its decisions about its community, its environment and its well being - a community that wants to maintain all of the quiet, natural beauty that attracted us to it and a community that wants to have the amenities of larger cities, but yet, not grow. I find it interesting, in a city that has this passion, that turnouts for the civic elections are (at best) pitiful. The root causes of this have to be examined. The current council, about a year ago, sent out a request as to how it can best stimulate and vitalize the turnouts at our civic elections. There was talk of lowering the voting age, adjusting the years of the term, and several other minor changes were a result of that survey. In my mind, the major cause of the poor turnouts is as a result of the format of the criteria that city councillor
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nominations involve. For a nominal fee, and a handful of signatures, basically anybody can run for city council. When faced with selecting eight names out of 40 or more nominees, without having a ward or party system in place, it essentially becomes a popularity contest. where those with the most friends, who can be activated, come out to vote. The rest of the population sits at home because they are so totally confused by the task of selecting eight from an unwieldy group that people don’t understand who and what they’re voting for. The Mayor, some time ago, had suggested a hybrid concept of a ward situation and four councillors from at large, to be the make-up of the City Council. The advantages of that system would be to have input from each of the four areas of the city, through their ward, chosen and elected members of the council, and also to have four city councillors who cross “ward” boundaries to bring objectivity to the issues.
It is important for the specific areas in our city to have “champions” on council to address their issues. I also believe our city has grown to a point where our councillors should be full time not part time. Leadership means what it says - “to lead.” Research and study into various issues must be done and then decisions have to be made. In most cases, when decisions are made, somebody’s not going to be happy because we cannot make ALL of the people happy ALL of the time. Our city council seems to seek majority approval before decision making. I suggest that election time is a good time for referendum questions and will stimulate voter turnout. There is the hope that when members of the community raise their hand and say, “I will stand for Council,” that they realize they are accountable for the well being and the future of our wonderful community. I find it interesting that our visitors seem to enjoy our 8
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community more than our residents. Every City has its warts and blemishes. If you’ve been fortunate enough, as I have, to travel; you will see that we live in a wonderful city and we are obligated, as citizens of this City, to vote for what we believe in. We are today in a high-tech world, and I know that cities in and around Vancouver are working on computerbased electronic voting, which I believe is where we have to go. That will not happen in this election but, hopefully, three years hence, that will be the way in which we end up voting. For the present, I would hope that the city evolves several more days of early voting with more early voting poll stations available around the city. It is unfortunate that so many take for granted the freedom-to-vote choice that we should enjoy. I urge everyone to be involved, to be interested and, above all, to be in a voting booth to help select our Leaders for the next three years. MEL KOTLER began his career in the textile industry in Montreal before coming out West to start the Fabricland chain of stores in Western Canada; retiring several years ago from his position of President of Fabricland Pacific Ltd. after 24 successful years in the business. He has since been involved in the development of Southpoint Moutain Homes at Big White and The Madison located in the heart of downtown Kelowna. Mel is a dynamic contributor to community life in the Okanagan and has been involved with many organizations in fundraising projects, having earned the title of “One Million Dollar Man” when, as Campaign Chair, he led the United Way’s fundraising efforts to over one million dollars in 2003. His community service and business expertise has been recognized through a number of awards and medals, including the Fred Macklin Memorial Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the well being of the City of Kelowna and, this year, he was bestowed with the title of Honorary Fellow by Okanagan College at their Convocation ceremonies in June.
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Election Dirties Submitted by Marilyn J. Brown
Pretty much everything a person needs to know about voting in an election can be learned from cleaning your clothes. Think back to when your mother gave you those basic tips for keeping your laundry managed before leaving for your first place or college. It seemed like a lot of blah-blah-blah at the time. With voter apathy on the rise, though, it’s time to revisit those laundry rules and hints. That said, this wash-day philosophy won’t predict the actual winner, but it is amazingly helpful for choosing a candidate. Like dirty socks, t-shirts worn backto-front, and work-out gear that’s been in the hamper way too long, issues that are left unaddressed or avoided by election hopefuls will eventually need to pass the smell test. It is the duty of the voter to pay attention to the answers given by the candidates at community forums and through coverage in the media. Hopefully, they’ll come clean and not mask things in some trendy fragrance. In fact, candidate debates and “town halls” are ideal venues to express dissatisfaction about issues muddied in controversy. “Pre-treating” the matter, such as a well-informed commentary to the local newspaper editor, may be an option if a stubborn contender avoids direct answers. Some politicians are content to lump their dirties into a general “mixed load” of answers - instead of definitive “lights” and “darks” - risking some items to the specially-tinted “oops” outcome. When
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it’s your tax dollars at stake, don’t you think it would be best to understand whether a candidate is pro-development, greenfriendly or steady-as-she-goes? What is his or her background, will he or she be a good representative of your interests, and will he or she really listen to the views of the community, or face the stain of arrogance or over-confidence? Are they colour-fast? That “oops” feeling post-election is really awful. Learn what you can about the people who will be standing for you on whatever governmental level that is. So you’ve done your sorting and noted those bits and pieces that need some special care like hand-washing (which is different than washing your hands of an issue). Is the election hopeful a “cold water wash” kind of fellow? Can he or she take the heat of a “hot water only” wash? Or is the nominee more of a non-committal,“warm-warm” person?
As Canadian voters, we certainly understand the need for stability and balance. Remember, mom always talked about balancing the load? Throwing in too many stinky towels is as bad as running a regular wash with only a few delicate-yet-reliables on board. Even though your choices are ticking through the spin cycle of your brain, it will all be for naught if you don’t get off your backside, grab your polling card, and get over to your polling station. Generally you’ll be no more than a 10“Privacy and confidentiality was very important to me. I wasn’t comfortable posting a picture and profile on an online dating site. I wanted a more professional and personal approach to finding a life partner. Magnetix Dating Agency offered me that and so much more”. A MAGNETIX CUSTOMER
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Kelowna 2010 Residential Property Tax Distribution.
Submitted by Sharon Shephard, Norm Letnick, Ron Cannan
If there’s a word that can strike a range of negative connotations in the heart of the average Canadian, it’s “taxes.” Indeed, they’re something we all love to rage about and very few of us, if any, welcome a hike in taxes come budget time. But tax dollars make possible the very things we Canadians take for granted and contribute toward programs that can nurture, keep us safe and make dreams come true. Beyond 50 asked three political leaders from the municipal, provincial and federal areas of government to explain where your hard-earned tax dollars go.
West Kelowna 2011 Residential Property Tax Distribution.
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Lake Country 2011 Residential Property Tax Distribution.
Mayor, Sharon Shepherd
Creating a great place to live takes vision, commitment and careful financial planning. In Kelowna, the goal of the annual budget process is to create a vibrant, safe and sustainable city, keeping a balance between setting a tax rate and delivering services expected by residents and businesses. Annually, funding is provided for four key areas: active and healthy living, environmental protection, sustainable infrastructure, and support for a strong economy. Tax dollars help
Penticton 2011 Residential Property Tax Distribution.
create a great quality of life, places for recreation and culture, and a community where you feel safe and secure. Funds are allocated to police and fire services, roadway and utilities services, transit, off-road pathways, art facilities and park development. Kelowna is definitely a wonderful city to live in! - SHARON SHEPHERD, Mayor, City of Kelowna
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British Columbia is truly “the best place on earth” - and not just because of natural splendor. Our province’s record of solid, responsible fiscal management has attracted international recognition, investment and jobs. In Canada, provinces have jurisdiction over many important areas. These include health care, education, welfare, intra-provincial transportation, and much more. To fund these crucial programs, the provincial government collects slightly over $41 billion in revenue from a variety of sources such as taxation, natural resource revenue, crown corporation revenue, and federal government contributions. We invest that revenue back into making British Columbians’ lives better.
The single biggest provincial government expense is health care, accounting for just over 40 per cent of total spending. That is three times more than the next highest ministry - education. - NORM LETNICK, MLA Kelowna - Lake Country
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I kept my word! For the past three years I’ve had the privilege of serving residents of Kelowna as a member of City Council. It’s work that’s not always easy but I love it. I am one of the hardest working council members and certainly the most available to the public. I make it a priority to attend meetings, public hearings, events and actively take part in several regular committees, served as a Regional District Director and for the past two and a half years was available downtown every Thursday to meet with residents to talk about community issues. I’m a homegrown Okanagan resident who has spent the following 30 years investing myself in the business community of Kelowna. This makes me an ideal representative on behalf of the average Kelowna citizen and an advocate for those without a voice. My promise is to listen, work hard and maintain an open mind while remaining always accountable. And I keep my word! I’m proud of my efforts and hope you will allow me the honour of serving you again. Please give me three seconds of your time at the ballot box and I’ll give you three years hard work. To learn more or ask questions go to www.charliehodge.ca, email hodgepodge2@shaw.ca or call Charlie at home 250-979-7254 or on his cell at 250-575-1674. PAID ADVERTISEMENT
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My belief is that there is only one taxpayer. Like most people, I can’t stand waste, so we have to make sure every tax dollar is used efficiently and effectively. That means strong partnerships between all three levels of government. Infrastructure funding, a three-way federal/provincial/municipal partnership, has resulted in significant investment in our community enabling us to build roads, bridges, water quality systems, and community facilities that will support a thriving local economy for years to come.
Strong funding partnerships have also contributed to affordable housing, seniors programs and support for community crime initiatives like the Organized Crime Task Force. The best investment the federal government can make for B.C. is to eliminate the deficit, focus on keeping taxes low, help businesses maintain and create jobs and keep our communities safe and healthy through stable transfer funding for health and social programs. - RON CANNAN, Member of Parliament Kelowna-Lake Country Our federal tax dollars.
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Voting Facts Who can vote? • Residents who are 18 years or older, have lived in BC for at least six months and are Canadian citizens are eligible to vote. You do not need to own property to vote.
What do I bring on Election Day? • Two pieces of ID to prove residency and identity (at least one with a signature). Acceptable identification may include: - BC Driver’s Licence - BC CareCard or GoldCard - BC Identification Card - Citizenship Card - Credit or Debit Card - ICBC Certificate of Insurance - Residential Property Tax Notice - Social Insurance Card - Utility Bill
Where do I vote? • Voting Locations in your City or District can be obtained from your City or District website When do we vote? • General Election Day - November 19, 2011. Polls will be open from 8 am to 8 pm at various locations throughout the City and District. ADVANCE VOTING • Any qualified elector may vote at any of the advance voting opportunities.
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Not Updating your Will: It is recommended that you update your will every five years.This is an inexpensive way of checking in and making sure that your wishes and your circumstances are still the same, and if they aren’t, changing them. Remember that your will contains your final instructions regarding your estate. If any of your instructions are unclear or impossible in your current circumstances,you may as well not have a will. Some regular offenders are: 1. Failing to update your executor:Your executor is the person who carries out the terms of your will. It is essential that this person is still willing and able to act and that a suitable alternate has been considered. 2. If you remarry - get a new will! Marriage voids a will, unless the will clearly states that it is in contemplation of your marriage. 3. If you separate or divorce - revise your will. While separation and divorce
doesn’t void your will, it revokes any gifts made to your ex-spouse.
Not Selecting the Right Executor: I find that people often think being appointed executor of a will means that the person granting the appointment thinks you are pretty fantastic and it would be rude to say,“Thanks, but no thanks”. Being an executor of someone’s will is an enormous responsibility,and while your chosen executor may be fantastic, they may not have the time or ability to carry out the duties involved. The executor will be responsible for applying for probate, completing the terminal tax return, ensuring the terms of the will are carried out and also doing any other general duties that need to be done. It’s essential to choose the right person. Speaking with a professional can often clarify what will be involved and who best would rise to the occasion.
Not having the Financial Resources to cover Taxes, Expenses & Debts: There will be costs associated with your estate that will become payable immediately upon your passing or with-
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in the year. For example, your funeral is going to cost money, as is the application for probate. If you have credit card debt or property taxes becoming payable, those will need to be paid. It is important that your executor has the funds to pay these expenses. Assets that flow through your will must be probated. It takes time to obtain a grant of probate,essentially freezing access to the assets until the grant is obtained. This means that your executor could have to pay certain estate expenses out of their own pocket until probate is granted. This may not be possible in all situations. A discussion with a professional can provide you with options to ensure a
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When I am sick, I don’t wander down to the pharmacy with my print out from the Internet and ask for medication, based on my self diagnosis. I go to a professional who has spent a lot of time learning and practicing medicine to get their opinion. This is what lawyers and estate planning professionals do. We actually get up each morning, looking forward to discussing people’s estates. Weird, I know, but we are that group of people who meet monthly to discuss changes in the law, new cases and bizarre trivia that help us to give you the best advice you can get. We have spent a lot of years educating ourselves and are excited to share that knowledge with others. You spent your whole life accum-ulating the wealth you have, why would you not spend the time to make sure that you leave it to your beneficiaries in the way that is most effective?
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Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers has been in operation for 24 years and has kept up with technology all the way. At one time, the only option for reporting information on a crime was to call the police. But that changed in 1976 with the inception of Crime Stoppers and the anonymous tip line. The next modern “breakthrough” began with the introduction of the website and the ability to electronically supply a tip by using the“Tip Submit”option. Last year,“Text Tips” were introduced, allowing citizens to supply anonymous information from their cell phones anywhere, anytime, without fear of retribution or testifying in court.The beauty of Crime Stoppers is you can be guaranteed anonymity and receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. Phone lines do not have call display, web tips are filtered and untraceable and text tips are “scrubbed” several times. Tipsters are more likely to submit electronically, as they can do so at their convenience, using their own words and providing a picture or image if they choose. By using the provided code number, they have the ability to quickly supply additional information and receive updates on their reward status. Statistics indicate about half the tips received are via web. Cash reward envelopes are picked up locally, with the tipster using a fictitious name. Crime Stoppers also
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SEPTEMBER 2011 10 2011-12 Girl Guide Registration 10 Pihl & Associates Golf Marathon 10 Parkinson SuperWalk, Kelowna 10 Spin for Strong Kids 10 2011 Okanagan Volunteer Opportunities Fair 11 Paws for a Cause Walkathon 11 Ovarian Cancer Walk for Hope 11 Kelowna Kidney Walk 12 Chordial Invitation,Water St. Seniors Centre 13 Pro bono Going Public 2011 Free Legal Advice-a-thon 13 Kelowna United Way Kick Off Breakfast 13-14 The Eagle & the Tiger 14 Lake Country Boys & Girls Club Fall Family BBQ 14 Backyardigans, Kelowna Community Theatre 14-16 Nat. Conference on Mental Health 15 Dirty Laundry, Kelowna
Community Theatre 16 Fire & Fashion, Kelowna Professional Firefighters 16 Crime Stoppers 13th Annual Golf Tournament fundraiser 16-18 KGH Celebrity Tennis Classic 17 The 3rd annual Okanagan Aboriginal AIDS Walk 17 BMO/Iron Mountain Shred-a-thon 17 Kid’s Day Entertainment 17 West Kelowna United Way Kick Off Breakfast 17-18 Rona MS Bike Tour Grape Escape 18 Annual Peak to Beak Race 18 Annual Terry Fox Run 18 Organic Okanagan Festival 19 Annual Okanagan Family Aids Walk 19 Kokanee Salmon Festival 19 Bellydance Superstars in Kelowna 22 23rd Annual Apple Fair 22 A Fine Vintage, Kelowna Museums 22 Take Back The Night 22 3rd annual Youth Exhibition Pow Wow
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Brigadoon, Kelowna Actors Studio September Days 2011, Rutland Okanagan Film Festival First Day of Fall OVPCC ‘We’ve Come a Long Way, Baby!’ Open House 23 Music of the Louisiana Hayride 24 Hope Classic Run,Walk,Wheel, Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus 24 Silent Auction: Help Raise the Roof 24 Harvest Festival 24 Harvest Fair, Gellatly Nut Farm 25 Car Free Day 25 World River’s Day 25 Spring Swing Family Golf Tourni 29 Pumpkin Walk-Gellatly Nut Farm 29 BC Wine Awards Reception & Tasting, Rotary Centre for the Arts 29 Irish Rovers, Kelowna Community Theatre Sep29-Oct2Culture Days Sep30-Oct9Annual Fall Wine Festival
OCTOBER 2011 1 Cultural District Open House 1 Turkey Drive, Kelowna’s Gospel Mission 1 Mission Creek Greenway Kokanee Walk-Run fundraiser 2 CIBC Run for the Cure 2 Scarecrow Festival & Harvest Market 5-12 National Mental Illness Awareness Week 7 Cecilia String Quartet, Chamber Music Kelowna 8 Pumpkin Festival 8 Candesca vocal ensemble, Kelowna Community Theatre 8-9 Okanagan International Marathon
9 Johnny Winter & Opening Guest David Gogo, Kelowna Community Theatre 10 Thanksgiving 10 Thanksgiving Dinner, Kelowna’s Gospel Mission 12-29 A Streetcar Named Desire, Kelowna Actors Studio 13-15 The Brementown Musicians, Bumpershoot Theatre 15 2nd Annual Fall Kids Flea Market 16 World Food Day 18 ridedonthide.com, CMHA 19 The 2011 Power of Being a Girl 19 Apple Daze 20 Faust, Kelowna Community Theatre
21 Falcon’s Trumpet, Okanagan Symphony Orchestra & Ballet Kelowna 22 Apple Daze 22 Seeing Red & White, Art Auction & Fundraiser, Kelowna Art Gallery 24-28 2011 Carpool Week 25 Roll Play Live-Animal Party, Kelowna Community Theatre 25 Basement Musicians’ Circle, Rotary Centre for the Arts 26 Boy Smarts 26 Suicide Survivor Support Group 27 True North Brass, Kelowna Community Concerts 31 Songs from the War Years 19391945, Kelowna Community Theatre
NOVEMBER 2011 Christmas Seal Campaign 3 Kelowna Grade Four Pipe Band 5 Free Family Night 5 Stuff the Bus Winter Clothing Drive 6 Daylight Savings Time Ends 8 Leon Russell, Kelowna Community Theatre 9 Alex Cuba, Rotary Centre for the Arts
10-11 DECK-Rotary Centre for the Arts 11 Okanagan Symphony Orchestra”Requiem”Masterworks II 11 Remembrance Day Ceremony Parade, Lions Park 11 Royal Canadian LegionRemembrance Day Ceremony & Parade,Veendam Garden 12 Staying Alive Tradeshow
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What moves you to compassion and action? For Hands in Service, it’s people in the community who suffer unnoticed. You will seldom see them on the streets and will rarely hear about their struggles. Most of them should be in their prime, but they battle alone with disability. They are often in pain; their bodies and dignities battered with inability and minds despairing of hope. “Jack” has numerous health concerns, including a heart condition and mobility issues. Jack was already a Food Bank delivery client when we were recommended to him for home service. He wasn’t sure about the help and wasn’t comfortable with new people, but he allowed a visit. It was overwhelming. Jack sat in a dark corner, looking like he was waiting to die.He confided that the dark was less painful than facing his surroundings.It was a hot August day and Jack was living in a concrete hole with boarded windows and no ventilation. Water had backed up in his place months previous and, while he had been walking on boards, he figured the carpet had dried by then.Water soaked boxes and mice were evident. Ants were being kept out of the refrigerator with detergent. Where to start?
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Hands in Service organized a blitz, and then more. Volunteers met at Jack’s place to rip out carpet,sanitize floors, clean as much as possible, locate shower facilities, prepare hot meals and arrange repairs for his bike brakes and tires, so that Jack could get to hospital appointments. Most importantly, they built relationships.
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We contacted a restoration company about possibilities.The considered opinion was the place required thousands of dollars and protective gear to complete the job. We wanted Jack in a better, healthier place, but he feared losing independence and the risk seemed too great. Over time we‘ve built a relationship, and recently celebrated Jack’s move from a concrete basement to rooms with a view. His is but one story; there are many more.
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Extraordinary Angels
Submitted by Laurel D’Andrea with bios written by Glenna Turnbull for the Kelowna Civic Awards ceremony 2010
noticed a huge increase in drug use among young people and how angry they are. She wishes it could be another way. She values the organization she
By the time those lucky enough to reach the age of 90, they are usually retired. And technically, Julie Wambeke doesn’t work either, but her volunteer commitment sees her devoting five days a week, 50 weeks a year, racking up some 1,750 hours. As an avid volunteer in Kelowna, she’s clocked 70,000 volunteer hours, since moving here in 1961, at a local thrift store alone. And that’s just the start. In 1967, she was a founding member of the French Cultural Centre, and helped secure federal funding for the Okanagan Mission Tennis Courts. She was a Girl Guide commissioner, and went on to found Seton Centre for Seniors, and both the Edelweiss and Les Allouettes Choirs to entertain in nursing homes. She still assists cooking meals and providing help in the Freedoms Door program, and helps out at the Ozanam House, Inn From the Cold, the annual St.Vincent de Paul Christmas Dinner and the Canadian Food for Children, of which she is the founder.This senior is more active than most 60 years her junior, maintaining her daily schedule with the same discipline, enthusiasm, dedication and humour she always has.
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The first person I had the pleasure of meeting was Julie Wambeke. Here is a lady who gives all the time and doesn’t even realize the impact she has made to those around her. She is gracious, inspiring and makes you want to spend a little more time and effort giving back. Julie is a mother and grandmother, still lives on her own, drives, and has plenty of interests to occupy her time. She is very appreciative of all that she has and all that she can do to support her family and this community. Julie said giving back gives her satisfaction and likes making Kelowna a better place. The work Julie does at the local thrift store on Sutherland is rewarding, she never knows what the day will bring and enjoys that aspect. Over the past 27 years she has BEYOND 50 • FALL 2011
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Beyond 50 believes in community and that is why we created the Angel Among Us section. We have featured 20-plus extraordinary angels over the past five years, so in this issue we decided to feature more than one. The measure of community spirit is subjective, when looking at the level of achievement from deeds done by these individuals,you will understand why we felt the need to acknowledge their accomplishments.
volunteers for because they do help people in transition and that is important to her. When you read the formal bio written about Julie by Glenna Turnbull for the 2010 City of Kelowna Civic Awards Woman of the Year, you will see why she was crowned the winner. I am sure Glenna had a hard time keeping this bio brief:
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angels among us From my perspective, Julie is an inspiration to anyone who knows her, volunteers with her or has had the pleasure of meeting her.I just hope that if and when I hit 90, I have half the compassion and energy Julie has. The thing I remember most about our chat was something Julie’s mom told her: “The one thing you take when you leave this world is what you have done for others.”I think Julie will be taking a lot.
••••• If you don’t know or have not heard of the infamous Thomas Budd, I would be dumbfounded.He is the type of man who gives when he wants and how he wants.The father of two boys enjoys all that he has created and when it comes to community he gives in his own way. If you have ever gone to an event attended by Tom, you know how “infectious”he can be. He starts giving and, more importantly, he has the charisma to persuade others to do the same. Tom not only makes generous contributions - he motivates organizations to work hard to raise money on their own, and then
Thomas Budd (left) is named Man of the Year for 2010.
he matches it. It gives charity groups a real sense of accomplishment. When Tom was chosen as Man of the Year for the City of Kelowna’s Civic Awards, it was a very exciting moment for him. He was so excited, he gave even more money away! Some have no idea what this man has done to support our community, so take a look at this formal bio that Glenna Turnbull wrote about Tom:
Tom Budd’s philosophy seems to be philanthropy begins in your own backyard and thankfully, his backyard is Kelowna.With a belief that his own good fortune serves no one by just accumu-lating,Tom has found a way to not only support various organizations in the city, but to encourage others to do so as well. The Be An Angel campaign saw Tom offer 25 cents for every dollar raised and combined with his own donation, totalled $78,000. Other causes he’s supported include the Central Okanagan Association for Cardiac Health, Muscular Dystrophy, the local SPCA, Rotary Centre for the Arts, Holding Hands for Hospice, Boys and Girls Club, Ballet Kelowna, Gala for Hope, and a whole lot more. When they ran out of money building the Dorothea Walker playground,Tom stepped in.When the Women’s Resource Centre ran dry, there was Tom once again. The KGH Foundation has also benefited from Tom’s generosity in its annual Have a Heart Radiothon, Innkeep-ers, Celebrity Tennis Classic and the Heart of Gold galas, where he’s helped build momentum in live auctions and matched leading gifts. All together, close to $1 million has been gifted upon the organizations in Tom’s big backyard. Our chat was brief, as this man is busy to say the least, but I did see the passion in his eyes for helping. He is not one to give because of expectation, he is methodical, has a plan, but when his heart is in it,he can make things happen. I have lived in the Okanagan for 17 years and, as a person who gives countless hours, I appreciate all the people who give and how they do so. Communities need a combination of donors and doers. We are very lucky that we have men like Tom who want to donate so people like Julie can be doers. We all have something to give and the great thing is each of us can contribute in assorted ways.
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Teamwork is what it’s all about at Prospera Credit Union, they demonstrate fellowship, both in business and in the community. Winning the Corporate Community of the Year Award at the Kelowna Community Civic Awards showed the employees what they do is needed and appreciated. Glenna once again created a true depiction of what this company and their employees do to support our community: Prospera - 2010 Corporate Community of the Year.
The people behind Prospera Credit Union believe that community is at the heart of what they do. And reading through their contributions to Kelowna 2010, they must have big hearts as they provided not only sponsorships, but volunteered their time and talents as well. During 2010, their 41 employees volunteered a total of 3,000 hours, helping with events and services that ranged from the local food bank, music and ballet schools, to Rotary, SPCA, Dry Grad committees and sports, such as soccer, hockey and lacrosse. Approximately $20,000 was contributed to various events and causes, such the United Way, juvenile diabetes, Hospice, the Apple Triathlon, and several more. Prospera’s main annual events include Bats for a Cause, in which the Union and Kelowna Adult Softball Association teamed up to raise $32,000 for the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation in 2010.Then there’s Eat It o Beat It.The sixth annual event raised $20,000 for the BC Cancer Foundation by delivering lunches. More than $160,000 has been raised over the past six years with this event. The suite owned by the company at Prospera Place is routinely donated for fundraisers raising $6,000 last year.
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Personally I have had the pleasure of volunteering with some of the staff from Prospera, and their enthusiasm and dedication to the task at hand is first rate. They enjoy giving back, whether it is at a ball game, bagging lunches or supporting one of their own. When I think of this simple quote by Helen Keller, I can’t help but think of the Team Prospera. “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” The corporate support, the employees, their friends, and family really do leave a footprint in this community. I am sure after reading this section,you can see why we are proud of the angels who live in the Okanagan. When the cities we live in take the time,dollars and energy to recognize individuals, companies and teams, it is no easy task. We have so many people who give each and every day, and we need to celebrate their actions. The Kelowna Civic & Community Awards will celebrate its 37th year in 2011. I am sure each of us can think of someone who deserves to be nominated. Beyond 50 encourages you to check out the City of Kelowna website, look at all the categories and start thinking about someone worthy. Go to Kelowna.ca/recreation or contact Amber Gilbert at 250-4698967 for more information.
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September 11,2011,will be a bittersweet day for Bill Johnson of Naramata, a retired New York City police detective, who lost his wife Corinne to ovarian cancer last December, at age 54. Not only is it the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks by al-Qaeda, but it’s also the first time Bill will attend the Ovarian Cancer Canada Mini Walk of Hope in Penticton without Corinne, who founded the event in 2009. Bill is enthused about the walk, because its focus is hope.
“The walk was something Corinne believed in, strived for and was proud of,” he says. The Penticton Mini Walk of Hope has raised more than $26,000 for Ovarian Cancer Canada’s work to overcome ovarian cancer, the country’s most fatal gynecologic cancer. Funds raised at the event - and at more than 50 other walk sites across Canada, including Kamloops - go toward supporting women living with ovarian cancer, awareness and muchneeded research to find an early detection test, better treatments and, ultimately, a cure. That’s why Bill is hoping that many members of the community will join him for the walk at Penticton’s Okanagan Lake Park (next to the Lakeside Resort), on September 11, along with Sandy Lyon, Corinne’s sister and Mini Walk coordinator, and other family members and friends. Register in advance online,or on walk day at the park starting at 9 a.m. The Mini Walk begins at 10 a.m.
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“Corinne didn’t want other people to go through what she went through, so she decided to do something about it,” recalls Bill. Despite being a seasoned emergency and
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Adapt for the Future Submitted by Michele Morris
Welcome to
occasion - whether it’s a birthday, an anniversary, or even the loss of a loved one - all can be marked by their dates and relived yearly. It is a way of remembering, celebrating, mourning or honouring those whom we love the most. And sometimes it’s a way of introspection into an event, in order to see just how far we’ve come.
August 6, 2011, will mark the oneyear anniversary of my first cancer diagnosis. After finding out that I have breast cancer, ten weeks later I was diagnosed with leukemia. It seems natural for me to reflect on all that has taken place over the last year. And the only way to sum it up is to quote Charles Dickens:“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times...” To say that these life-threatening illnesses were not part of my “five-year plan,” would be an understatement. I don’t believe there is one cancer survivor out there who can honestly say they were prepared for the diagnosis,or that it was part of their life plan. In fact, when you hear those words for the first time -“I’m very sorry to tell you that you
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If you had asked the publisher of Beyond 50 magazine if she could have planned the road ahead for her and her magazine when she started in 2006, no doubt she would laughingly tell you, “there’s no way!” For as much as goals, dreams and visions are important, any life coach worth will tell you that “adaptability” is a necessary element in manoeuvring through life. When we deviate from the plan occasionally, it allows for opportunities and experiences to take place that may not otherwise occur. And our openness and willingness to take the road less traveled will often lead us to some of our most enriching experiences. We’ve all heard the saying, “If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans.”Yet,we continually strive to find a balance between spontaneity and organized planning, whether it’s in our careers, our finances, our personal lives, or just life in general.The“five year plan” is often used to measure increments where goals are to be achieved in a specific period of time. Each time we recognize a special
Michele sporting her new “Bunny Hair”.
have cancer” - it can be such a surreal experience, and most of us carry some degree of denial, until we are ready to come to terms with our new reality. But when life throws you the ultimate curve ball, this is where adaptability plays a key role. Determination, a positive attitude, credible knowledge, and a support system of loved ones,can
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help you navigate through unchartered territory, but you have to be willing to keep your eyes, mind and heart open to all the possibilities that come your way. I continue to make life plans for the future and hold out hope that I will see those plans through to fruition. I want to be a five-year breast cancer survivor. I want to keep my leukemia in remission and early stages. And I want to find reason to celebrate even the most ordinary of days. There are times when it is so much easier said, than done, but giving in to cancer, means giving up. I am profoundly changed as a result of being sick,and my life is so much richer for the experiences that have been given to me in the last year - not the least of which has been sharing my journey in this magazine. So as life imitates art, we take the time to celebrate five years of Beyond 50, looking back with fondness, and looking ahead with anticipation at the many possibilities and surprises yet to come.
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Care for our Community Clothing Drive for the Homeless
We will be at City Park on
Saturday, November 19 from 10am-2pm. DONATIONS NEEDED:
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For pick-up, email Laurel D’Andrea at letters@beyond50mag.com or call 250-8789194.You can also drop off your donations to City Park on Nov. 19. This event is sponsored by:
Do you remember the first person who held your hand ... will you remember the last? After providing for your loved ones, please remember the Central Okanagan Hospice Association.
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health matters
Building Active Adults YMCA-YWCA
Submitted by Adriane Long,YMCA-YWCA Health Promotion & Active Living Director
Adults are not as active as they used to be. They spend more time sitting, reading or watching TV. Studies show only five per cent of Canadians are active enough to gain health benefits - which means we are more at risk of developing disease and losing our independence earlier in life. Why is it so important for you to be active? • Regular physical activity has been shown to reduce the risk of more than 25 chronic conditions,including coronary heart disease,stroke,hypertension, breast cancer, colon cancer, Type 2 diabetes and osteoporosis. • Regular physical activity and higher levels of fitness allow daily tasks to be accomplished with greater ease
and comfort and with less fatigue. Research shows that as much as half the func-tional decline between the ages of 30 and 70 is due not to aging itself, but to an inactive way of life. • In short, physical activity helps prolong good health and independence. What types of activities should you do? • To achieve health benefits and improve functional abilities,adults should accumulate 150-plus minutes of moderate-to-vigorous intensity aerobic activity per week, in bouts of ten minutes or more. • It is also helpful to add muscle and bone-strengthening activities using major muscle groups at least two days/ week.
How can the YMCA-YWCA help you commit to a lifestyle of physical activity? At the Y our goal is to help people of all ages become healthy in body, mind and spirit. With two locations - the Kelowna Family Y and H20 Adventure + Fitness Centre - we offer many programs, designed for adults aged 50-plus. The YMCA Coach Approach is a research proven system to help nonexercisers or starters and stoppers build a lifetime commitment to exercise. This service works by helping you establish long and short-term goals, monitoring your fatigue, stress and energy levels. It also teaches specific skills to prevent exercise drop-out, so you are always equipped if a slip in your routine occurs.
For those who want to prevent disease or have been diagnosed with a specific chronic condition, there are programs to help you take action of your health now. The Healthy Hearts program is designed as a supervised physical activity program to improve and maintain your heart and lung health.Building Better Bones takes a proactive approach to building and maintaining strong bones and helps to prevent osteoporosis. The Y Healthy Weight Program is an education and physical activity program designed to help you make lifestyle modifications to obtain a healthy body weight. The Y offers many drop-in fitness classes designed for any age, ability, fitness and interest level. Whether you enjoy moving to music, swimming or taking an aquafit class, walking the track or exercising in the gym, there are options available.The Y is committed to not only building strong kids, families and communities, but active adults too. Visit us today and discover a life that incorporates health and wellness. www.ymca-ywca.com.
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ADRIANE LONG has been working at the YMCAYWCA of the Central Okanagan as the Health Promotion and Active Living Director for five years. For Adriane, the values of health and well-ness were instilled at a very early age, and physical activity has always been a major component of my life. She knows staying active keeps you strong physically, mentally and emotionally.
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League bowling is fun for all ages. Bowling is something that people look forward to for several reasons: fun, fitness, socializing with friends or to make new ones.As an added bonus, no experience or equipment isrequired for five pin bowling. When one is retired or semi-retired, you often crave interaction with other people. Bowling in a league is a great way to do this. Bowling centers have qualified people to develop you and show you how to enjoy the sport. And you simply pick the day and time that works best for you. You can join a team on your own,or you and your spouse/ friends can join together. The comfort of being indoors when it’s hot or cold out is a definite bonus.
Another great thing about bowling is that it is something grandparents can do with their grandchildren. With technology changing on a regular basis, there are few things that remain the same. A few hours at the bowling center with the grandkids or the whole family is a lot of fun. You laugh, you joke and you communicate. Bowling is a sport with no age restriction. If you are looking for a fun way to volunteer, the Youth & Special Olympics Bowling Leagues appreciate your assistance. No experience is necessary. Don’t sit home alone. Call a bowling center and register now for their fall and winter leagues. Bryan and RUBY SARGEANT owned/operated Valley Lanes in Rutland from 1992–2009. They purchased Capri Lanes in 2009 and did a complete renovation including addition of an elevator. The result was a huge success. Bryan, Ruby and their staff are proud to operate Capri Valley Lanes and look forward to meeting you. Capri offers free lessons. Seniors 55+ leagues run every weekday. If you’ve never bowled in a league, they even offer a free trial. They happily sponsor many local youth and adult sports teams and readily donate to many of the worthy organizations in this area. BEYOND 50 • FALL 2011
Time Flies
and Drives Progress Submitted by Dr.Wayne Terai
It sounds clichéd, but “how time flies.” Having been in publication for five years now, Beyond 50 Magazine reminds me how true this saying is. I have been in practice for 17 years now, and there have been some significant changes in both treatment methods and diagnostic tools, to provide better patient outcomes. I graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1994, and by fall, I purchased Burtch Chiropractic. It was one of the oldest in Kelowna: a general family practice, with the main treatment mode being manual spinal manipulation. Over the next five years, I introduced several different technologies into the clinic. The first technology I introduced was Activator Methods. This style of treatment uses a variety of muscle and reflex tests to help specifically determine where the spine is dysfunctional (ie: out of alignment, lost its regular movement, or is “locked up”). Once an area is located, a precisely calibrated instrument is used to help restore normal function. By taking refresher courses every year, I have maintained my “Advanced Proficiency” rating as one of 13 chiropractors in B.C. to do so. The next technologies I added were for analyzing the spine:Xrays - so that I could visually see what was happening with a patient’s spine, and Surface Electromyograpy (SEMG) and thermography, which are computerized measurements of spinal muscle activity and temperature to help determine how a patient’s spine is responding to stress or injury. I have found these tests to be a fabulous addition, because it is very easy for patients to see their patterns change and progress as
their spine returns to normal function. Recognizing that many spinal problems, especially low back pain and sciatica, can be caused by problems in the feet, the Footmaxx computerized gait analysis system was introduced. This system objectively measures the feet while walking, in real time, without the guess work of visual observation. We have had tremendous results with, not only low back pain and sciatica, but also plantar fasciitis, knee and hip pains. The last and most recent technology I have introduced is the BioFlex system of Low Intensity Laser Therapy (LILT). The BioFlex system was developed in Toronto by Dr. Fred Kahn, M.D. in 1989. LILT is one of the most-highly researched and clinically documented forms of treatment for a vast array of medical conditions, including soft tissue and sports injuries, arthritis, and back problems. We were excited to be the first clinic to bring
the Bioflex technology to the Kelowna area. Patient response has been phenomenal and we have since expanded to five laser systems - the largest laser therapy center in the interior of B.C. I have been blessed to be able to help thousands of people from all over the world.I have helped people,not only directly, but also indirectly with our food donations to the Society of Hope from our New Patient consultation exchange program. I would like to congratulate and thank to Beyond 50 magazine for five years of great articles our patients love reading.How time flies.It must mean we’re having fun! DR.WAYNE TERAI is Advanced Proficiency Rated in Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique and also a Certified Laser Therapist. He has been helping Okanagan residents life an active healthy life for over 17 years.
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Damaged Skin
Submitted by Dr. Craig Crippen, MD ABPh DPD
The term “sunburn” is an inflammatory reaction by your skin to the damage caused by ultraviolet light exposure. Symptoms include painful red areas of skin, which are exposed to excess UVB radiation. This reaction normally starts 4-6 hours after exposure and peaks at about 24 hours. The result of this ultraviolet light exposure is: a) Immediate darkening of the skin. b) Production of melanin,which leads to the tanning effect a few days later. Years of excessive ultraviolet light exposure and “tanning” not only increases the r isk for a nonmelanoma skin cancer, but it also accelerates the development of wrinkled,thin,discolouredlooking skin.
Avoiding prolonged direct, intense sunlight, combined with an effective sunscreen (SPF greater than 30) can delay skin aging and decrease the risk for developing skin cancer. Treating photo-damaged skin is individual and unique to each patient as each person experiences aging skin in a different way. Some people develop brown spots, some develop only wrinkles and some develop superficial blood vessels, which can make the skin look red. The most effective and popular method to reverse the signs of skin aging is a fractional CO2 laser peel, which not only removes damaged skin, but it promotes new collagen formation which leads to tighter, firmer and younger looking skin. Speak to an experienced and well-trained laser physician who can discuss this and other options in depth. This is an
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exciting time in medicine, as there are many safe and effective treatments to reverse the signs of aging. In early 2008 DR. CRAIG CRIPPEN met the team at Aesthetic Solutions in Kelowna and decided to move here and practice in this wonderful community full-time doing the work he loves. In his spare time Dr. Crippen enjoys many sporting activities including running, cycling, and tennis. He is also a trumpeter and piano player.
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Games
Brings back memories froma when Kelown s in hosted the game 2010.
Inspire Young Athletes
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dorm life, language barriers, performance anxiety, injuries, illness and tough competition. Typically when children compete, it is against children their age. Even at that, children physically develop at different rates, resulting in a disparate group of shapes and sizes in any given competition. At the International Children’s Games, there is no age distinction. Everyone competes for the same medals. As a parent of a track athlete, I watched our delegation train hard for these Games. During the spring and summer they developed confidence - winning races and setting new personal bests. TEAM KELOWNA • Heather Schneider, Head of Delegation SWIMMING: Coach: Pete Wilkins Members: Katie Dunlop,Tia Itterman,Monique Kennedy, When the time came to board the plane Lacey Falkingham Denzel Mohamad, Aaron Obedkoff, Josh Zakala, Cameron Feil for the Games, three of our athletes ATHLETICS: Coach Daniel Medland-Marchen Members: Davis Hughes-Geekie, Adam were sick or injured. Adam Murray was Murray, Kennedy Kneller ,Cassie Laturnus, Katrina Ledding, Elina Painchaud recovering from a stress fracture; SAILING: Coach Devin Rubadeau Members: Elizabeth Hardy, Thish Rajapakshe, Kennedy Kneller from a throat infection; GOLF: Coach Ursula Sullivan Members: Trevor Hamilton, Casey Sullivan Katrina Ledding from a pulled Achilles. The opening ceremonies of the 45th national sporting competitions for They believed they were unstoppable. International Children’s Games kicked children. Recognized by the InterMurray placed 18 out of 38 in the off in Lanarkshire, Scotland, August 3, national Olympic Committee, the goal 1500m, but was visibly in pain the last and I had a front row seat. of the International Children’s Games is lap of his race. He was deeply disIt was a magical celebration of youth. to “enable, develop and advance the appointed by his performance knowing The crowd cheered as the athletes, ages meeting, understanding and friendship he was capable of better. Kneller’s 12 to 15, representing 33 countries, 75 of students from different countries, throat infection became significantly cities, and nine sporting disciplines, and to advance worse. She finished 19 out of proudly circled the field and made their 46 in the 800m, but was way to the stands. Four female athletes unable to compete in escorted the Games torch to centre the 4x100m relay, which stage and, as the cauldron was lit - and meant her three teamthe Games officially opened - 900 children mates also had to scratch. poured onto the field in a colourful As the closing ceredisplay of modern and traditional dance. monies finished with a Team Kelowna consisted of eight fireworks finale, disappointDavis Hughes-G swimmers, six track athletes, two golfers 19 ed ee plac ler ki ments and victories melded, e placed Kennedy Knel 27 out of 38 in the 1500m and two sailors. This is the first time out of 46 in the 800m. and hope and optimism Kelowna has sent a delegation to the returned. With notebooks Games - an opportunity our City will the Olympic idea.” Although organizers full of email addresses, the athletes continue to enjoy as a result of hosting clearly place the focus of the Games on talked of seeing their new friends at the the International Children’s Winter Games friendship, these athletes come to win. next Children’s Games in Seoul, Korea, in 2010. Team Kelowna athletes faced many and maybe someday at the Olympics. These Games are the only inter- new experiences in Lanarkshire: jet lag, As adults, we know the road to the 38
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Adam Murray (144) placed 18 out of 38 in the 1500m.
Olympics is not easy and the financial costs are horrendous. But for these children, the future is paved with possibility which is exactly how it should be. SHARON HUGHES-GEEKIE is a freelance writer and Area Director of Bayshore Home Health. Her son Davis is a middle distance runner with Okanagan Athletics Club. And though some of the lessons were hard, these games truly are an amazing learning opportunity - and reality check - for young athletes with an Olympic dream.
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Cruising
Everyone Submitted by Tom Polacco
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is for
Myth: Cruising is only for the rich! Cruising is one of the fastest growing vacation options. There are one day trips and adventurs that last more than 100 days. There are cruises for every destination on earth including Alaska, North and South America, the Caribbean, Mexico, Europe, Asia, South Pacific and Africa just to name a few. There are trips for different budgets, depending on the cruise line, category of stateroom and length of vacation you book. There are many benefits to cruising – You only unpack once and you get to visit various ports, countries and experience different cultures and meet the local people. All your meals and entertainment onboard the ships are included in the price. There are many restaurants to choose from, however, some specialty restaurants do have a small cover charge. Some people fear they’ll get bored on the ship but there’s little reason for that today. There is something for everyone onboard, from Broadway-style shows, guest performers, basketball courts, rock climbing, mini golf, inline skating, ice skating, movie theatres, bingo and, of course, the casino! Some ships also have a zip line and a flow rider for the young at heart. There are even ships where you can watch a movie on deck, beneath the stars, and you get popcorn too! If your idea of a vacation is just relaxing on deck reading a book, there’s plenty of room for that too! The ships usually cruise at night and arrive in port in the morning. You can choose to stay onboard or go ashore where you can try out the local cuisine and beverages, do some sightseeing and, of course, shop! There are shore excursions that are arranged by the cruise line and can be purchased onboard, or you can be adventurous and do it yourself. But make sure you are back on the ship before it sails, or you will be left behind! 40
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If you haven’t cruised before, then perhaps try a short three- or four-day cruise from Vancouver to California and then add a few days at the end, visiting California or even Las Vegas before heading home. Worried that you might get seasick? Then a great first-time cruise is to Alaska. You are usually always within sight of land and the water is more calm. Most cruise rates are based on two people sharing a cabin, however, there are some cruise lines that offer a single-share program where the cruise line will find you a partner (same sex). And, if they don’t, you have the cabin to yourself and will not have to pay the single supplement.
Bringing the family? Cruise lines offer discounted rates for the third and fourth passengers sharing the cabin with you. Some ships have suites that accommodate up to eight people, a great option for families. Recently, I took my family on a Caribbean cruise out of Galveston. We visited the Cayman Islands and swam with the stingrays, which was a wonderful experience. In Jamaica, we climbed the Dunn’s River Falls and then we did the Jamaican Bobsled ride down Mystic Mountain. It was an exhilarating ride and my wife and son did the ride three times! If you are interested in cruising, come and see us at Marlin Travel Kelowna. All of our agents have cruised many times on different lines to different locations. Our owner Deanna has just returned from a European River Cruise down the Douro River in Portugal and just loved it. We would love the opportunity to help plan your next cruise experience. The Place in your Mind, We’ll get you There. TOM POLACCO is a travel consultant with Marlin Travel Kelowna specializing in Ocean & River Cruising and leisure travel. Contact him at 250-8682540 or on the web at www.marlintravel.ca/1551
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Century 21....................................................................................14 MacKay LLP Ltd......................................................................................................................7 Magnetix Dating Agency................................................................................................10 Marlin Travel..........................................................................................................................41 Okanagan Clinical Trials...................................................................................................19 Packinghouse Productions ............................................................................................22 Parks & Recreation .............................................................................................................39 Paul Mulvihill - Sunlife Financial ..................................................................................43 Pharmasave ....................................................................................................tear-out card Pine Lighting...........................................................................................................................9 Post Net ..................................................................................................................................30 Pro Agri -9 Plus ....................................................................................................................25 Prospera Credit Union ........................................................................................................7 RCA ...........................................................................................................................................37 Ron Cannan -MP ...................................................................................................................5 Rosebuds................................................................................................................................21 Salvation Army ....................................................................................................................15 Seabridge...............................................................................................................................36 Seeger Law............................................................................................................................16 SELLUSGOLD.CA .................................................................................................................20 Senior's Symposium -Penticton...................................................................................27 Solutions for Seniors.........................................................................................................28 Sunwest Tours .....................................................................................................................44 Swiss Chalet....................................................................................................tear-out card T- Zone Vibration................................................................................................................33 TELUS & KGH Foundation..................................................................................................5 Travel Medicine Vaccination Centre...........................................................................42 Wadden Hearing Clinic....................................................................................................13 Wells Gray Tour Ltd............................................................................................................43 Western Star Auction........................................................................................................25 World Gym ............................................................................................................................44 World of Music.....................................................................................................................15 YMCA .......................................................................................................................................32
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Submitted by Ray Christopherson
while Traveling Abroad
Planning your next adventure is exciting, but it can take you into the area of the unknown. It is much more involved than booking an airline ticket and a hotel room. You need to ensure you are travelling healthy.
What potential health risks may you encounter on your trip? Most family doctors are ill equipped to handle this question, due to the necessity of keeping abreast of the rapidly changing international health conditions. The Travel Medicine and Vaccination Centre specializes in keeping on top of current health concerns around the world, and our travel health professionals have counselled and vaccinated more than
500,000 people since its inception in 1991. At TMVC, you will be given an individual travel risk assessment specific to your itinerary and medical history. We will offer you the vaccinations you require and a variety of travel health accessories, such as repellents, mosquito nets and water purification systems. All this is available in one convenient visit, so you can cross off yet another item on your “to do before we leave” list! The Travel Medicine & Vaccination Centre is a privately-owned company that was initially created to give travellers the option of bypassing lengthy wait lists at publicly-funded
travel clinics. More recently, as public health travel clinics have closed their doors due to funding shortfalls, TMVC has stepped in to fill the gap. We receive no public funding, and because travel medicine is considered preventive medicine, we cannot bill the Medical Services Plan for our services; therefore, a consultation fee is necessary. Today, we are the largest travel clinic service provider in Canada, and we offer the most competitive prices in the market, with the most experienced travel health professionals in the industry. If travelling abroad is in your future, why not make sure you remain healthy on your trip so you can enjoy all of the sights and sounds around you? Stay safe, use our expertise and your common sense to make the most of your next vacation. The Travel Medicine & Vaccination Centre is your complete one-stop travel clinic for all your international medical health needs. We offer a variety of medical services in addition to our travel sessions. These include onsite occupational health services and flu clinics. Our team of nurses can assist groups of ten or more at their worksite to prevent occupational hazards, such as Hepatitis A or B, and vaccinate staff for the flu season. We offer preventative vaccines also - the newest one on the list being the “shingles” vaccine. These services are available at all of our locations. Call for more information and come and meet our very informed and friendly staff. Appointment line is 1-888-288-8682 or visit, our website at www.tmvc.com. RAY CHRISTOPHERSON is the co-founder and business manager of TMVC. When not working he enjoys travelling around the world.
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Bus Tour TRAVEL TIPS
Submitted by Carol Therrien
Traveling by bu gives you the s chance to enjoy the scenery.
You can travel by air or sea, but a growing number of people are choosing a land vacation. A coach tour can be a relaxing way to enjoy your vacation. You have the opportunity to take in all the sights, without the hassles of planning, driving, or worrying about the traffic. Who should take a coach tour? Sightseers who want to leave the driving and trip details to someone else. People who wish to be part of a group, but still want their space. Bus What about the bus? Tour buses have come a long way. With upgraded seats, onboard restrooms, tinted windows, blinds, and overhead racks to store your carry-on items, coaches tend to be very comfortable with a soft, easy ride. For your entertainment there are also TV monitors, and CD players. When should you take a bus tour? When you have the time to take in the sights and the beautiful nature of the country you are visiting, and want to leave the hassle of planning and driving to somebody else. You will see significantly more sights than travel by air or by car. Where are the bus tours? Everywhere! You should be able
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Why take a coach tour? Someone else does the driving, leaving you free to enjoy the passing scenery. A bus tour is often accompanied by a knowledgeable tour guide, offering commentary on points of interest, and any help you may need. Overall most coach tours have a planned itinerary that is maximized for both the time you are spending on the tour and the key sights that you should be seeing. With the cost generally lower than what you would spend if you did the same tour yourself, it’s almost certainly a great value. In this fast-paced world, more and more people are coming to realize that taking a bus tour forces you to slow down, relax, and enjoy the passing scenery. Image being away from all the stresses and distractions of your everyday life, losing yourself in a good book or allowing yourself to kick back and watch the variety of scenery. Remember it’s all about the journey, not just the destination. So next time when planning your vacation why not consider a coach tour. CAROL THERRIEN, grew up in Penticton, then moved to the coast were she spent 12 years in the tour business. Carol is happy to be back in the Okanagan and able to share her knowledge and love of travelling.
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at I I had no idea whhen I was doing w to for bought this phro from my first cove phy... stock photograayne where was W him?! when I needed It’s been up, it’s been down but I’m still around... and this issue marks five years of being in print. It’s hard to believe how much we have grown in the past five years, some said it would never last; well all I can say is no cake for them! Beyond 50 couldn’t have done it without all the advertisers, contributors, my staff, our friends and yes you the readers. We’re using this five year milestone as an opportunity to acknowledge our supporters who have made this publication possible. This is our way of saying thank you and that without the support of you, our local community, we wouldn’t be where we are today. When it comes to advertisers, Beyond 50 has a wide range of clients, the thing we value is not only are they our clients but 90% are now part of our family. I was having a bad day, and all I needed was a hug. So I went to see Kathy at Rosebud’s and she asked me what I needed? I told her I was there for a hug and nothing more. Kathy and I may have a huge gap when it comes to height, but both of us have big hearts and know when a friend is in need. How many of your clients do that for you? I have had the good fortune of meeting or at least speaking with each and every person who is part of our magazine. Errol and Judi Hannigan not only inspire many people in this community to take a look at their health and how they can keep fit, but they also inspired me into my little black dress. Exercise and eating healthy are key when it comes to controlling your weight. Having mentors such as 45
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Errol and Judi in your life can make all the difference in the world. The best way to make sure you keep ideas fresh and new is to surround yourself with experts who can help you grow. Beyond 50 has that and let me tell you how grateful I am. If anyone knew some of the crazy things I asked my colleagues to do they would be on the floor laughing. Wayne Duchart is a teddy bear and I would be lost without his knowledge, experience, and gift for taking photos. I know sometimes I drive him totally insane but he just smiles and says, “Whatever you want.” Lori Johnson (graphic designer) can take a client’s ideas and transform it into something that makes them go WOW! She and I work so well together and she knows how important community is to this magazine. She is able to create this beautiful fresh look time and time again. Working with her is filled with laughter, creativity, collaboration and FUN! I could not think of anyone else I would have do this booklet other than her. She is one of the most creative people I have ever worked with and I am glad she is on my side. I also appreciate and value Julianna Hayes our editor, who comes thru time and time again. Sharon from ATM Bookkeeping who keeps me in line. Tracy Savage who makes sure that the magazine is out and about and the racks are filled. And Kevin the latest addition who is taking care of sales in Penticton. My family is growing and I look forward further expansion as time goes on. To my friends, family and loyal readers it is because of you that we make it all come together. We love the fact that you support us, read us on a regular basis and contribute articles, comments and suggestions. When we created the “my grandchild is cuter than your grandchild” contest the response was overwhelming. How do you choose a winner? We had photos from readers, advertisers and friends. There were so many we couldn’t post them all. We loved not only the photos but the letters and emails that accompanied them. You made us feel like part of your family. 46
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I can’t forget my boys... The last two people I need to acknowledge are my boys Devon and Dallas. My, have they grown since all of this began. I receive so many compliments on how great they look and how big they are getting. They have put up with my late nights, working all the time from home, the stressful times thru the rough economy and yes getting their photo taken each and every quarter. They are the reason I work so hard and give back so much. I want them to understand that it’s not about the money; it’s about doing what you love, using your talent and giving back to your community. They know how hard I work but they also know how much I love creating this magazine. Most would have given up by now but I am a believer. So please keep reading, keep supporting the advertisers that pay for this magazine and keep learning from the several hundred people that have inspired or touched you. If you do that we will keep doing this.
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Donors Who Care... Causes that Matter Designated Funds at Central Okanagan Foundation
Establishing a Designated Fund allows you to support the good work of a specific
non-profit organization. Because it’s given through your community foundation,
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your gift provides the organization you select with ongoing funding and the added
Community Foundations provide a simple, powerful, and highly personal approach to giving. We offer a variety of giving tools to help people achieve their charitable goals.
• You identify an organization, or organizations, that you wish to benefit.
We have specialized knowledge about our local charities and can help you decide where your gift can make the most difference. A Designated Fund provides a wonderful way to give back to one or more organizations that have touched your life.
benefits of planned giving and investment management services. How it works
• You make a gift to Central Okanagan Foundation (COF). We partner with professional advisors to structure a gift that works for you and your unique circumstances - you can give cash, appreciated stocks, real estate, or other assets. • We set up a special fund in your name or in the name of the non-profit organization, or organizations you choose. • You receive tax benefits in the year your gift is made.
• We issue grants to the designated non-profit organization or organizations.
• We handle all the administrative details, including managing specific qualifications that you may establish for distributing grants. • You receive updates on the impact your fund is making.
• Your gift can be placed into an endowment that is invested over time. Earnings from your fund are used to make grants addressing community needs. Your gift and all future earnings from your gift - is a permanent source of community capital, helping to do good work forever.
COF plays a unique role in our community by providing support to organizations in eight diverse fields of interest: • Arts & Culture • Children, Youth & Family • Health & Community Service • Education • Heritage & Historical • Animal Welfare • Environment • Global Initiatives We are a charity for all charities! For more information and ideas on ways to integrate your financial planning with charitable giving talk to your financial advisor and/or contact us at: CentralOkanaganFoundation.org or call 250.861.6160