Peachland April 1, 2011 Peachland, BC Volume 07 | Number 13
PEACHLAND SOLD! Local business and developer team up to acquire the last of downtown properties
By Justin Hue-Moore Special to the Peachland View A small group of local citizens protested outside the municipal office on Wednesday after word leaked of the hush-hush deal in the works between the district and a well-known local business to acquire the remaining properties in the downtown core. In accordance to the Charot Process, the company (which can not be named until their application is officially filed with the District) has first purchase rights on the remaining properties situated between 1st and 6th Streets, including the downtown business core, the Chamber of Commerce, District of Peachland, the parking lot adjacent to the Legion, Recreation Centre, Community Policing Office, 50+ Centre, and Primary School properties.
The company has already entered into a preliminary partnership agreement (PPA) with a second larger development, located near Drought Hill, to purchase the remaining properties, as well as construct an overpass (a catwalk-type link) between the two areas in order to bridge the communities. Surveyors have been spotted along Highway 97 in the last few weeks, marking the potential overpass anchor points. “New Peachland”, a name being considered for the future two-tier town, will have a distinct Mediterranean flavour, 20,000 new residentail units, while still maintaining the small town appeal. According to a staff member with the district office (who spoke on the condition of anonymity), “We absolutely were not trying to keep this a secret from the citizens of Peachland. But while we do believe
in public openness and consultation, all proposals are treated with confidentiality until the application documents are officially signed and reviewed, and a proper presentation can be put forward.” She would not comment on the PPA or the Area Structure Plan (ASP) already on the table by the alleged partner in this venture, which has, over the previous couple of years, been undergoing separate consideration by council. Said one irate protester on Wednesday: “I just can’t believe it! This has to be a joke! Next thing you know, they’ll be selling off our lease rights to the foreshore.” Foreshore considerations are not expected to take place until May. However, a public consultation meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 31st at the Community Centre at 2 am.
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It’s back! The signs are all there. It hit high that is held up by resilient, shock home for me this past week while I was absorbing laminated beams and girders. The doing an announcement at one of Western demand for the people and the product is Canada’s Canada’s largest largest technical technical institutes. institutes. Th This is strong. strong. And And we we have have what what itit takes takes right right here here post post secondary secondary training training college college graduates graduates to to supply supply that that demand. demand. about Another about 25 25 per per cent cent of of all all of of the the completed completed Another sign sign of of our our growing growing economy economy was was apprentices going into a wide range of evident at the annual Hong Kong apprentices going into a wide range of evident at the annual Hong Kong business business professions professions and and occupations occupations right right across across the the dinner dinner in in Vancouver Vancouver this this week. week. As As minister minister country. for the Asia Pacific it was an country. for the Asia Pacifi c it was an What they were telling honour to bring remarks to the ďż˝ WEEKLY COMMENTARY What they were telling honour to bring remarks the me was good news, but not sold-out event. 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There are levels of standard of living and prosperity fi nd the people. to meet those demands and see our own still many people looking for work. But rise in the process. I’m not saying we’re there yet. Th ere are levels of standard of livingcontinue and prosperity the strength of the economy is evident Westbank First Nations to see still many people looking for work. But rise in the process. everywhere. All I have to do is reflect on economic growth. This week I was with the strength of theI was economy is evident Westbank to see some of the events involved in this Chief Robert First LouieNations for thecontinue announcement everywhere. All I have to do is reflect on of economic growth.project This week I was with week. a construction that will upgrade some events I was the involved in of thisa aChief Robert Louie for announcement Just of lastthe week I attended opening number of homes on the WFN lands. That week.new production facility in Okanagan means of a construction project thatforwill upgrade huge there will be a need trades and Falls. makes value added wood building supply products. More jobs, more JustStructurlam last week I attended the opening of a a number of homes on WFN lands. Th at between council, administration, and the By Cindy Fontin products are used here and the sales, more huge newthat production facility inaround Okanagan means thereeconomic will be for trades and Waterfront Grill in agrowth. anneed attempt to identify Editor world. If you’re wondering what kind of building An address international meeting of and Falls. Structurlam makes value added wood supplyany products. More jobs, more and concerns of private administraprojects they do, think Richmond Olympic sector transportation companies Theirthat application was products are used here and fast-tracked. around the public tion,more council, Peachlanders and thewith Wasales, economic growth. skating oval‌that breathtaking magnifi people from around the world also took Sort of. After the Waterfront Grill and terfront. For the most part, owners of world. If you’re wondering what kindcent of top An international meeting oftheprivate and roof superstructure. 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Th is week I had modify the Mobile Vending Policy, Bylaw during our summer season,â€? says Davies. were successful recipients research another notepatio we with can proud of what Some of you find that exciting.ofOthers of theOn honour of meeting some of to our fine and the Encroachment Agreement to allow The outdoor is be subject some dollars the to ongoing of the you about nod offdevelopment thinking about it. members Canada isofable to offsuch erForces. the oninsurtwo our Armed Canada has forare thein construction just in time for the minor stipulations, as world proof of Well, hold on. Before I lose you, think about been asked to provide soldiers, sailors, and next generation of laminated wood beams. diff erent counts this week. Th is week I had tourist season. ance in the amount of $3 million, final earthquake buildings, an ghter pilots to assist withsome other United Some of youproof fiGrill nd high-rise that exciting. 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The driver of this semi-truck may have suffered only a moment of inattention but it was long enough to drive off Hwy. 97 on Drought Hill on Tuesday. The empty transport truck, which was travelling southbound, came to rest partially on its side in a ditch. The driver was not seriously injured, but will likely face charges of failing to maintain the roadway. Photo by Wylli Seipp
April is Daffodil month for the Canadian Cancer Society By Cindy Fontin Editor Frank Warburton had something that is rarely talked about in men. In 2009, the Peachland man was having a shower when he discovered an unusual lump at his left breast. At first he played down the discovery, but eventually he had his wife double-check it, and for the next month the two kept track of the size of the lump, which didn’t change. Still, they decided it was best to play it safe and Frank brought the lump to the attention of his doctor. An xray, ultra sound, then biopsy later, and the results came back positive. Frank had breast duct cancer. “This is not what I wanted to hear,” says Frank. “The next step was to see a specialist who told me that he recommended surgery, and that he would also have to remove some of the underarm lymph node gland to avoid further spread of the cancerous growth.” Frank Warburton, of PeachAlthough breast canland, is one of many people cer is more commonly whose lives have been affected thought of as a woman’s by a cancer diagnosis. Frank is disease, male breast candoing well now, after suffering cer does occur. Men posfrom male breast cancer. sess a small amount of Photo by Cindy Fortin. non-functioning (nonmilk producing) breast tissue directly behind the nipple of the chest. Breast tissue consists of tubular structures known as ducts. According to a Mayo Clinic report: “Men diagnosed with male breast cancer at an early stage have a good chance for a cure. Still, many men delay seeing their
doctors if they notice unusual signs or symptoms, such as a breast lump.” In Frank’s case, the lump was removed and today he is doing well. He has this advice for men, ”For men who don’t think it can happen to them-- it can. And I would suggest that men do check their breasts and if they do feel a lump not to ignore it. Go and see a doctor.” April is Daffodil Month for the Canadian Cancer Society. The disease has touched many of us, either directly or indirectly. There are more than 200 different types of cancer, which can affect our health, families,
friends and relationships. If you would like to support the Canadian Cancer Society, you can purchase cut daffodils for just $5 a bunch, or for a minimum donation of $1 buy a daffodil pin. In Peachland, the daffodils can be found at A & W, The Blind Angler, Rocky J’s, Bliss Bakery, Peachland Pharmacy, Peachland Chamber of Commerce, the liquor story at Big E’s, and Valley First. On Saturday, April 2, there will be a special tent set up at Bliss Bakery with pins and flowers available.
10th annual “puttin on the Glitz” extravaganza By Bud Day Special to the Peachland View In celebration of their 10th anniversary, the Peachland Wellness Centre is “Putting on the Glitz” as its major fundraising event of the year. The event takes place on Saturday, April 16 at 7 pm at the community centre. For the first time in recent memory, there will be men’s fashions along with women’s. The male models to stroll the catwalk are: Mayor Keith Fielding, Councillor Terry Condon, Fire Chief Grant Topham, Steven Allison (TNI), Trevor Krentz (Legion Branch 69), Dr. Phil Kachanoski, Jeff Davies (Waterfront Grill), Tim Stubbert (Ace Hardware), Chris Scowen (2009 Centennial coordinator), and Bud Day (PWC). The 11 member steering committee has been meeting regularly since last September with members accepting various responsibilities. The chair is Gail Abernethy, fashion coordinator is Trish Chadwick, and emcee is Michelle McKay. Keith ‘Papa’ Thom, the entertainment coordinator, has 'fashioned' quite an evening of entertainment, with headliners: Anita
of karaoke fame and Grant Eisworth of the noted Blues Brothers Too. Added features include: exhibitors displaying fashion accessories, a cash bar (beer and wine) and free appies. Great door prizes, and three super raffled prizes, including a free three-night stay at a condo at Whistler, or in YaleAnita and Grant in tails and top hats at last year's Puttin' town, downtown Vancouver . . . The icing on this 10th on the Glitz. This year's anniversary cake! event takes place at the We encourage residents community centre on April 16 at 7 pm. to reserve a table of 10 for themselves and their friends. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at: Legion Branch #69, On Beach Boutique/Treasure Chest, Chamber of Commerce, Fitness and Health Bar, Rocky J’s Beach Hut, and the Wellness Centre. Info: 250.767.0141.
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Editor’s Perspective
Okanagan-Coquihalla riding candidate process fast-tracked Stockwell Day out -- Dan Albas in! That was fast. Day barely had time to enjoy his retirement party, before his replacement was chomping down on his welcome-to-federal-politics carrot cake. In a March 23rd press release statement by Albas, he said: “Late last night, I accepted the nomination of the Okanagan-Coquihalla riding to be the Conservative candidate in the next federal election.” “While the global economic recovery is still fragile and the U.S. and our other trading partners are still struggling the Stephen Harper Conservative government is focused on Canadians’ top priority -- jobs and the economy.” Yep, he’s perfect for the job. He’s either channeled the Tory rhetoric from the brain of our retiring MP, or has the same speechwriter. I’m guessing the latter. The fast-tracked contest to replace Day left some potential riding candidates bitterly disappointed. And who can blame them? All this happened within 10 days of Day announcing his resignation. Kelowna’s Sean Upshaw called the application process “rigged”, suspecting that the Conservatives were already hard at work selecting a candidate before Day had even announced his retirement. That’s a bit hard to believe, knowing the Conservative Party. That would be like a driver jumping out of a moving car, leaving his passengers to fend for themselves. I’m not sure Prime Minister Harper would have been blind to this. I just hope Albas was the best passenger to take over the wheel. Upshaw plans to run as a Tory independent in the election, as may Dr. Dietrich Wittel of Penticton, who complained that the nomination process was too rushed to allow time to properly file his application. So, Albas is in. At least, as the Okanagan-Coquihalla candidate in the upcoming election. Admittedly, I don’t know much about him yet -- only that he is currently a Penticton council member, has been a resident of Penticton since the 1980s, graduated from Penticton Secondary School, attended Okanagan College, runs a martial arts company, and was the recipient of Penticton’s “2005 Young Entrepreneur of the Year” award. His personal website has been down for the past few days. I know so little about the man, that when a colleague first announced that the Conservatives had chosen Albas to represent the riding, I thought he was joking and said “Elvis!” (It made sense as the town fills with Elvii during their annual Elvis festival.) Yes, Albas was plopped into the seat rather quickly. But did the Tories have much of a choice? The unofficial coalition of the Liberals, NDP and Bloc Quebecois did kind of force Harper’s hand. There was no time for democracy for the Conservative Party cardholders. Already the other parties were heading out on the campaign trail. Had Harper waited, his PentictonCoquihalla candidate would not have been able to leave the campaign-start line the moment the starter pistol was fired. Let’s just hope Albas can do the party proud, and if his is elected, that he doesn’t steer Okanagan-Coquihalla constituents into a ditch.
Peachland Views We may not like Air Canada, but a little Canadian pride wouldn’t hurt Dear Mr. Editor: (Re: The View – Editor’s Perspective, March 18, 2011) It seems that a large number of people disagree with your comment of Air Canada’s rotten service. Pretty poor journalism, I say. We may not like Air Canada, but a little Canadian pride wouldn’t hurt for what they actually accomplished in the eyes of many travelers. According to Skytrax: Air Canada wins Best Airline North America award at 2010 Skytrax World Airline Awards. Air Canada has been ranked ‘Best Airline North America’ in a worldwide survey of more than 17
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Peek into the past The corner of Glen Road and Ellison Avenue 100 years ago. Any houses that were located on lots in those days relied on springs for water and wells. In winter they would fill up an underground cistern and pump out of it or, if lucky, have it gravity fed from above. The house in this picture still exists and is located above the road at the corner of Lipsett and Princeton Avenue.
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Eat more real food! By Lisa Kilgour, RHN Special to the Peachland View Right off the bat I need to admit to something…I tend to become, well, I guess "passionate" is the polite way of describing it, when discussing food. I get quite frustrated with all of the media and advertising surrounding what is healthy and what isn't. But you might be thinking, this product has the Health Check symbol on it so it must be healthy. No, it may not be. If a food says it's healthy, it probably isn't. I say this quite a lot, and it pretty much sums up all my frustration with the food industry. What do I mean by this? Let me explain with a couple of examples:
Kraft Dinner The next time you’re at the grocery store, swing by the Kraft Dinner section and check out the new addition to the pretty blue box. Yup, that’s a “Sensible Solutions” symbol on it. Kraft has let us know that if you make this incredibly processed food product with skim milk and margarine (two more incredibly processed food products), then according to their standards, it’s a healthy choice. Or, as they like to call it, a better-for-you choice. Wow, thanks for letting us know Kraft!
Margarine This processed food product is a pet peeve of mine, especially the “healthy” margarines. The healthy margarines claim to be trans-fat free (although chances are high they still contain some trans-fat), high in omega-3s, and everything else under the sun. My problem with all margarines is a basic one. For polyunsaturated fats to be solid at room temperature they must undergo quite a lot of processing. These fats are not very stable and do not handle this processing very well. So how could it possibly be better for you than butter?
As well, a new study that followed over 300,000 people was published in March 2010, and found no increased risk of heart disease with the consumption of saturated fat. This is a significant finding (but not a surprise to the whole food community). So what would you choose? A minimally processed saturated fat that has been in our diet for millennia, or a highly processed polyunsaturated fat that is new to our diet? I will choose butter over margarine every time. These are just two examples of very unhealthy foods that are screaming to us that they're healthy. Most realize that no matter how you cook it, Kraft Dinner isn't healthy, but these healthy symbols just add to the confusion at the grocery store. Let's make it easy…any food that is being advertised, healthy or not, tends to be processed and is no longer a whole food. Why? Simply put, products have advertising budgets, and whole foods aren't products. An apple can't afford a multimillion (or billion) dollar ad campaign. Broccoli can't afford (and doesn't need) fancy new packaging that screams all of its health benefits. When a food says to us "Pick me! I'm healthy! See how I'm high in fibre, low in fat, and healthy!” they are actually telling us that they are processed and are no longer whole foods. As always, there are exceptions to this rule, but it's always a good place to start. Let's make grocery shopping easier. Eat whole, unprocessed food -- fruit, vegeta-
bles, whole and fresh meats (instead of processed or frozen), full fat dairy, and whole grains. Eat food! Real and amazingly tasty food. Better yet, buy your produce every Sunday in the summer at the Peachland farmer’s market. Your food will be fresher, tastier, and you’ll be supporting our local, whole food farmers. And, remember, eat more real food! Lisa Kilgour, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, lives and works in Peachland and proudly practices from her office at the Peachland Fitness Centre. To take control of your health and find the balanced diet that helps you feel your best, visit EatMoreRealFood.com or call 250.869.9434.
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Recreation Report
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Volunteer Peachland! By Cheryl Wiebe Special to the Peachland View Volunteering is such a great way to build skills, meet new friends and give back to your community. But finding the right opportunity can sometimes be challenging. Join us for a night of socialization and information when many of our local community volunteer agencies will gather under one roof to share what opportunities are available. Drop by the Community Centre on Wednesday April 13 from 6 to 8:30 pm to see what opportunities might work for you. Rumour has it that that the fire department will have a truck here too! It will be a night for the whole family. In Peachland, volunteers are at the forefront of so many of our community services: events and projects; heritage
and arts; volunteer firefighting; health and wellness; and sport and leisure. The list is endless. Are you a member of a Peachland organization that would like to be featured at the volunteer fair? Fee includes a table and chair for the fair and advertising in the Peachland volunteer directory. Last chance! Call today to book your space. The volunteer fair is a great way to connect both with organizations and other volunteers in our community. Celebrate National Volunteer Week with us by attending the fair and learning about how you can benefit from volunteer service. For more information, you can view the Spring/Summer Recreation Guide online at www.peachland.ca or visit the community centre for your copy. For recreation services inquiries or to book a table for the fair, call 250-7672133.
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Mail-out HST referendum ballots more economical There have been a number of new developments over the past seven days in a variety of different areas. As many of you may have heard, the HST referendum vote will be moved up to June 24th. The question will remain as first drafted: “Are you in favour of extinguishing the HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) and reinstating the PST (Provincial Sales Tax) in conjunction with the GST (Goods and Services Tax)? Yes/No.” The voting process will be through a mail-in ballot system. Although there are pros and cons to different voting systems, the mail-in ballot process, in this case, can save BC taxpayers upwards of $18 million. For further information please visit the www.hstinbc.ca. Savings of $18 million may not seem significant against a $40 billion dollar BC budget, however I believe it is significant when, as an example, government can direct an additional $15 million this year into gaming grants that are distributed to over 2,000 non-profit organizations all across British Columbia. Non-profit organizations help define
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the fabric of our communities and often provide important services and benefits in a manner that is extremely cost effective to taxpayers. In summary, I believe the additional $15 million will be well spent in our various non-profit, volunteer driven organizations. In addition, the added gaming funding will also provide an extra $5 per K-12 student for extracurricular sports and music programs across BC. This will be an increase from the current $20 per student rate that parent advisory councils and district parent advisory councils received earlier this year from gaming grant funding. Letters will also be sent out to inform successful organizations of increased funding levels. For further information do not hesitate to contact my office. And finally this week, I would like to take a moment to recognize the retirement of local well known HIV advocate James Banko. Advocates play an important role in our communities and James has been a tireless and passionate individual working to ensure that services, awareness and assistance is available in this important area.
WORKSAFEBC – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BOARD OF B.C. HEREBY GIVES NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATION (BC Reg. 296/97, as amended) The proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (“OHSR”) pertain to: • Part 4, General Conditions – relating to a third option to protect workers assigned to work alone in a late night retail premises.This third option is proposed because some employers have found it impracticable to install barriers to separate workers from the public or alternatively employ two workers on shift during late night hours; • Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements; and consequential amendments to Part 20, Construction, Excavation and Demolition – relating to updating asbestos requirements; • Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements – relating to updating the reference to the Pesticide Control Act; • Part 9, Confined Spaces – relating to clarifying that atmospheric testing must be conducted by a qualified person; • Part 12, Tools, Machinery and Equipment – relating to safer driven-feed mobile chipper requirements; • Part 14, Cranes and Hoists – relating to updating the reference to the Elevating Devices Safety Act; • Part 15, Rigging – relating to clarifying the correct number of wire rope clips to be used in wire rope splices; • Part 16, Mobile Equipment – relating to the requirement for trailer units with a dump box to have a permanently affixed mechanical device capable of supporting the empty box in the raised position; • Part 20, Construction, Excavation and Demolition – relating to new requirements that concrete pumps and placing booms meet the requirements of CSA Standard Z151-09; • Part 23, Oil and Gas – relating to updating the reference to the Power Engineers and Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety Act; • Part 28, Agriculture – relating to the requirement for rollover protective structures on agricultural tractors; • Removal from the OHSR of the requirements for “prior approval” or “prior permission” before proceeding with certain types of work or using certain work arrangements. The sections identified for change by identifying specific requirements or referencing standards are as follows: Part 5, Chemical Agents and Biological Agents, relating to extended work periods; Part 14, Cranes and Hoists, relating to chimney hoists; Part 19, Electrical Safety, relating to high voltage; Part 21, Blasting Operations, relating to mobile drill rigs; • Removal from the OHSR of the requirements for “acceptable to the Board” before proceeding with certain types of work or using certain work arrangements. The sections identified are in Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements, and relate to: the removal of asbestos debris and acceptance from the Board; posting warning signs and acceptance from the Board; and monitors and alarms for equipment and machinery and acceptance from the Board. PUBLIC HEARINGS You are invited to provide feedback on the proposed regulatory amendments. Your views may be presented orally at the public hearings and/or submitted in writing. Please register if you wish to make an oral presentation at the public hearings by telephoning 604-232-7744 or toll free in BC 1-866-614-7744 prior to the hearing. Information on the proposed amendments and the public hearings, including details of registration/ participation procedures, are on WorkSafeBC’s website at www.worksafebc.com. PUBLIC HEARING DETAILS Date May 3, 2011 May 10, 2011 May 12, 2011 May 31, 2011 June 2, 2011 Session Times:
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WRITTEN SUBMISSIONS The deadline for receipt of written submissions is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 3, 2011. Written submissions can be made online or via e-mail, fax, mail, or delivered at the public hearings during the session times. Online: via the WorkSafeBC website at www.worksafebc.com E-mail: regquery@worksafebc.com Fax: 604-279-7599; or toll-free in BC: 1-877-279-7599 Mail: Policy and Research Division WorkSafeBC – Workers’ Compensation Board of B.C. P.O. Box 5350, Station Terminal Vancouver, BC V6B 5L5
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April 1, 2011
Irish dancers entertain at the 50+ Activity Centre By Sandy Polvere Special to the Peachland View
Darcy Weston, shooting, squares off with Tony Wright, overlooking the table, at the Peachland Legion Snooker Championship finals last Sunday. - Photo by Barrie Hewer.
Snooker league champions crowned at Peachland Legion Submitted by Barrie Hewer Peachland Legion branch #69 After 288 tournament matches and 39 championship rounds the champion of the Peachland Legion Snooker League 2010 – 2011 season has been determined. This year’s winner is Darcy Weston -- a former BC Masters champion and current Canadian eight ball champion. Weston won the best of five games, 3-1, against second place winner Tony Wright. Weston might have been considered a shoe-in for the championship, but nothing could be further from the truth. Weston had to bring his best game to the
table every night and during the championship round. Tony Wright gave him a run for his money. Roland Marcoette placed third. The umpire for this year’s event was John van Huystee. This year’s peer awards went to Calvin Petryna for Best Sportsman, Tony Wright as Most Improved Player, and Barrie Hewer for Spirit of Snooker. At last Sunday’s season ending banquet, MC Scott Wilshaw kept all well entertained during a wonderful evening. Cliff Thorburn, former World Snooker Champion, sent the league a note that was read to the 32 that attended the banquet, congratulating the PLSL on another successful season.
The 50+ Activity Centre was buzzing with activity last Friday night as a crowd of approximately 70 people enjoyed a scrumptious meal and pleasant conversation with friends. After supper, Peachland resident, Rebecca Hofer gave a brief dialogue about her new book “Removing the Hutterite Kerchief”. This is an endearing memoire of her family’s existence in a Hutterite colony in Manitoba. After her presentation, she generously donated a copy of her book as a door prize. Many thanks, Rebecca. The main entertainment for the evening was the “Irish Dancers”. Smiles were on everyone’s face in the audience when these young ladies from the Blakey Okanagan School of Irish Dance came onto the stage wearing their beautiful costumes. With curls a-bouncing, these gifted and energized young gals entertained everyone with their talent. Our next potluck supper is scheduled for Friday, April 29. Please note that this date is a week later than usual due to the
Easter weekend. Entertainment for the evening will be Bavarian Alpine music at 7 pm. Please mark it on your calendar. Be sure to get your tickets early for the May 5 presentation of the Greater Victoria Police Chorus, as we are predicting a sell-out. Tickets are available now and at $10.00 each. Until next time … see you at the 50+ Activity Centre.
Legion kitchen staff, Mary Hosick, with help from Scott and Roger Moxley, put on a terrific buffet crowned off by Moxley’s internationally known cheesecake. Congratulations to all the winners and players in the PLSL for a successful 15th season of play, and a special thank you to all of our sponsors. Watch this paper for announcements for a summer doubles tournament in June and the start of the 16th PLSL season in October. In the meantime don’t hesitate to visit the Peachland Legion to play or watch a game of snooker, enjoy a tasty snack or any of the many legion events. (You can enjoy more snooker championship photos on “Around Peachland” on page 15.)
Peachland Legion Snooker Champion Darcy Weston, left, accepts his first place trophy from Harry Pankratz. - Photo by Barrie Hewer.
Young Irish dancers put on quite a show at the 50+ Activity Centre last Friday. Left to right are: Taylor Smith, Lynsey Proulx, Kelsea O’Gorman, Meagan Straume, Catherine Graham, Kaitlin Smith & Haley Dojohn. - Photo by Pat Grieve
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Brent Road – Trepanier Official Community Plan The Regional District of Central Okanagan is hosting a community consultation Open House as it drafts the first Official Community Plan for the Brent Road/Trepanier area of the Central Okanagan West Electoral Area. Monday, April 4th • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Peachland Community Centre, 4450-6th Street Summary presentations at 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm. Staff from the Development Services Department and HB Lanarc Consultants will be on hand during the interactive session to provide preliminary information received from recent surveys, receive feedback and to answer any questions. Information on the Brent Road/Trepanier Official Community Plan may be viewed on the Regional District website regionaldistrict.com/OCP or at the Development Services Department on the second floor at 1450 KLO Road. For more information contact the Planning Section at 250-469-6227.
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To all my past Clients, Friends and Acquaintances. I Klaus Dreher, Realtor for the last 30 years would like to announce that I now have retired from the Real Estate Profession. I would like to Thank you all so very much for giving me the Opportunity To be able to help you to Buy or Sell Real Estate in the Greater Vancouver area for 20 years and for the last 10 years in our Paradise called Peachland in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia. After giving my Heart and half of my life to the Real Estate Profession which I still love , I have decided to keep myself occupied during my Retirement Years and build a Website called, www.HappyForSaleByOwner.com. A Private For Sale By Owner Website, bringing Buyers and Seller's together to Buy or Sell Real Estate in our Beautiful Province; British Columbia. So, when the time comes that you want to Sell your Real Estate and save Thousands of $$$, please send me an E-Mail or call me. I will take good care of you so you can List and Advertise your Real Estate on my Website, for One entire year For a Fat Fee of Only $89.00 & tax with Mr. Happy For Sale By Owner. Please see our Website for more information: www.HappyForSaleByOwner.com. Thank you so very much! Yours Truly, Klaus Dreher Email: kdreher1@shaw.ca Phone: 250-767-6468
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April 1, 2011
Peachland Rotary Club participates in medical mission to India Rotary members display some of the eight quilts sewn by two Peachland Rotary Club wives. The quilts will be making their way to Udaipur, India this month, with the Rotaplast medical team. In the photograph, from left to right: Georgie Boyle, Rotary exchange student Valentina Marterer, Peggy Southin, Ted Sinclair ( Club president) and Margaret Sinclair. - Photo by Chris Southin
By Chris Southin, Peachland Rotarian Assistant Governor Rotaplast is a world community service program sponsored by Rotary that provides free plastic reconstructive surgery, dental services and speech therapy to children in the developing world.
For instance, in Bangladesh, where 50 per cent of the population lives on less than $1.25 per day, there are up to 300,000 individuals suffering from untreated cleft palate and cleft lip. Rotaplast sends teams of doctors, nurses and other medical specialists, who typically provide surgery for up to
100 children, while at the same time training local surgeons so that longterm local treatment becomes more available. Individuals with cleft palate are stigmatized in many less developed countries. Successful treatment of the condition allows many children a chance to grow up and become productive members of their local society. At their own expense Rotarians accompany the missions providing logistical and administrative support and recovery watch after surgery. This year Rotary District 5060, which includes Peachland, is sending a team to Udaipur, India on April 25th. The team hopes to treat up to 90 children. After their surgery as part of their recovery
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each child treated will receive a stuffed toy and a quilt. Peachland Rotary club was asked if its members could provide some of the quilts and stuffed toys. Two Peachland Rotary Club wives took up the challenge over the last month to sew eight quilts that will accompany the medical team to India. (While quilts and stuffed toys have been received in sufficient numbers for this trip anyone wanting to make a charitable donation can do so through Rotaplast Canada. Make cheques payable to Rotaplast Canada, P.O.Box 25066, Mission Park P.O. Kelowna, BC V1W 3Y7. You can also contact club president, Ted Sinclair at 250 767-9394.
Peachland Lions 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Peachland Lions 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament The Peachland Lions continue to gain ground with their fundraising campaign. The proceeds of which will go to Camp Winfield, a camp for children with disabilities. The golf tournament will take place on May 1st. Participants can register as individuals or as a team. But don’t wait long! Spots are filling up quickly, or get your registration in in order to guarantee a spot. For more information on tournament registration, or where to purchase raffle tickets, you can call Eldon at 250.767.0330 or Lynne at 250.767.6225.
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April 1, 2011
Shepherd’s Pie
Food For the By Rev. Elaine Diggle, Minister, Peachland United Church. Each Sunday, millions of Christians around the world, and from many different denominations, are reading the same bible readings which are organized around a three-year cycle known as 'The Revised Common Lectionary' or RCL in church speak. It is quite wonderful to think that Christians in Malta, Madeira, all through Europe, in India, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the USA, and many other countries in-between, are all listening to readings of the same scripture passages. This coming Sunday we will be sharing with millions of others our love for the 23rd Psalm and examining it again for new truths and understandings. For many people, even if they are not regular church goers, this Psalm has, over the centuries, offered comfort at times of trouble and grief. Often it is chosen to be read at funerals and memorial services as it speaks of the Psalmists confidence that even though he might walk through the valley of the shadow of death he will fear no evil. This understanding that death is not the end of our soul's journey has brought comfort to countless people. Perhaps it would be helpful to include the Psalm here for those who have not read it before. Psalm 23: The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters (waters of rest). He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness (right paths) for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death (the valley of deep darkneness), I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup runneth over; Surely (only) goodness and mercy (steadfast love) shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell (return to dwell) in the house of the Lord forever (for length of days). The words in brackets translate more clearly the original Hebrew. Two fundamental aspects of humanity's relationship with God are brought out. The first being that God nurtures and cares for us as a good shepherd cares for
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his or her flock. That is, God leads and feeds the vulnerable with gentleness and attentiveness to the needs of the flock, making sure of life-giving care so that the trusting ones may live. For sheep are not very good at looking after themselves; those who do work with sheep know that they can land on their backs – feet in the air - a position known as "being cast" and the sheep cannot right itself without help. If uncared for and left in this position they will surely die. So it is with humankind. We so often land ourselves in difficult situations from which it is hard to extricate ourselves. The Good Shepherd knows us from conception and thus knows our needs and guides us back onto 'right paths'. Good shepherds also made sure no wolves could reach their flock for a kill and doctored the sick ones when needed. While the Psalm begins with such rich imagery of loving care, it moves on to speak of God as Host at a banquet. Not any run of the mill host bringing out the Kentucky fried chicken and standard coleslaw. No, God as Host, anoints our heads with oil, a sign of being God's chosen ones, part of God's kingdom. And
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then 'Mine Host' prepares a sumptuous meal for us (our cup runs over), not just in easy times, but when we most need encouragement and support – in the presence of our enemies. In those excruciating times when we feel that we can see no way forward, God welcomes us into God's heart and self as would a great and generous host. The Psalmist speaks from experience that God's generosity of loving and caring for us is to be relied on and indeed counted on when we pass through our valleys of deep darkness. Those very times when we are feeling so down that we even forget how to pray. Those are the very times that God is waiting, the table of generous love is spread, we only need to reach out and accept the dinner invitation. But this is not a 'dine alone' experience that God invites us to. No there are fellow travellers, members of that flock the good shepherd is guiding and caring for. Seek them out, all good meals are best shared in community with others; those who will journey the tough and the good times with you. And to aid the tough times, memorize this Psalm, bring it to mind regularly and above all give thanks.
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Peachland earns top honours in Canada wide competition Chamber News By Darlene Hartford Minister, Peachland United Church. You did it Peachland! A community-wide networking frenzy earned Peachland top honours as one of “The Great Places in Canada”. Paul Dupuis, of Peachland planning department, initiated participation in the Canada-wide contest and Cheryl Wiebe, director of community services, entered Centennial Walkway and Peachland Cenotaph in the competition. The contest was sponsored by the Canadian Institute of Planners and provided communities the opportunity to vote in various categories including “Public Spaces”. News of the email voting was circulated amongst Peachland businesses, friends, clubs and organizations. The voting began. The Central Okanagan Regional District encouraged others in the central Okanagan to support our efforts. Camp Okanagan Resort emailed for support to Calgary, Florida, and Hawaii. These are only a few of the numerous networking successes. It was a close race for a few days but Peachland secured 2725 votes, placing first in on line entries in Public Spaces. Through the voting process a panel of judges will continue the assessment and final winners will be announced on May 16. Watch for the news! The Edgewater, a Peachland landmark, is under new management and expected to reopen in late April. New paint on the exterior will provide a welcome facelift to the stately building sitting on one of the most valuable corners on Beach Avenue. “The restaurant, pub and lounge will hopefully be operational by May,” says project manager Frank Reindl. “Rooms facing Okanagan Lake will be the first to be renovated, and the lobby and reception desk will be available to travelers seeking accommodation this summer.” Laurie Orange and Jennifer McKenzie are part of
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A view of Rattlesnake Island from Hwy 97 South, last Saturday, March 26. Amateur photographer and Peachland resident, Tania Simpson, started photography in 2007 and immediately found a passion for it. She chronicles the seasons, the people, and the wildlife of Peachland in almost daily photos of the area. View more at flickr.com/photos/taniaseyes. The View will be publishing a weekly look at Peachland, through Tania’s eyes.
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Around Peachland
April Fortin and her American Cocker Spaniel "Annie" enjoy a walk near Elliot Road on the first official day of spring. Photo by Cindy Fortin.
A breathtaking sign of spring! These eager flowers could hardly wait for the season to arrive. Photo by Trudy Williams-Boos.
The finalists and semi-finalists of the Peachland Snooker League championship. Left to right, are Tony Wright (2nd place winner), Darcy Weston (first place), Roland Marcoette (third place), and referee (or snooker mime) John van Huyster. Photo by Barrie Hewer.
A Steller Jay takes a close look at his three options for a peanut snack. Photo by Eric Hall
Debbie Stewart gives a cheer during the finals of the Peachland Legion snooker championships last Sunday. Stewart is the lone female player of the snooker league and past champion, and a heck of a good cheerleader. Photo by Barrie Hewer.
Barrie Hewer makes a strong argument about why men should not be cheerleaders! Photo Debbie Stewart. The hair situation, however, is an improvement.
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