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SHORE TO SHORE – Competitive swimmers made their annual trek to Rattlesnake Island in Okanagan Lake as part of Interior Savings’ Across the Lake Swim on Saturday.

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The Fair is approaching quickly— Saturday, September 8 & Sunday, September 9, the first weekend after Labour Day. The venue is the Peachland’s Community Centre….the big blue building on 6th St. and Beach Avenue and it will be filled with displays of flowers, baking and preserves, veggies, photos, handicrafts, fruit and nuts and needlework. And there will be door prizes, a raffle and entertainment.

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Look for the Information Books with the peach logo at the Information Centre, Library, and some stores or on-line at www.peachlandfallfair.ca. The Fair opens to the public at 1 p.m. Sept. 8. See you there!

Two firefighters from Peachland are helping combat wildfires in the Fraser area.

Wednesday Sept 7 • 11:30 am - 12:15 pm Peachland Fire Intro to Chair Fitness Chief Dennisan Craig d chl crew atwo-man Pethe atsaid Monday Sept 12 • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm n! are water tender atio c e Rand Intro to Functional Fitness were deployed early this week.

Tuesday Sept 13 • 5:15 - 6:15 pm “We sent them on Zumba Sunday morning, bright and early.”

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“Local state of emergency is usually for access to private property,” Craig explained. “It gives them certain powers, just access powers under emergency act.”

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HOW THEY LOOK – This example of a modular home was used by Freeport Industries in a presentation to Council earlier this week. The developer is proposing a 78-lot subdivision at the corner of Princeton and Sanderson.

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If a developer is allowed to build a modular home park at the corner of Sanderson and Princeton Avenue, the result will threaten the little agriculture remaining in Peachland, disrupt wildlife, add light pollution, take away privacy, increase crime, contribute towards global warming, and substantially increase traffic which risks the safety of children – all for dense homes that will probably just attract more retirees.

That was the bleak picture painted by the comments at a public hearing on Tuesday night. A developer is applying for a zoning change to accommodate a 78-unit subdivision.

Nearly everybody who spoke was against the idea.

Local cherry grower Clive Sutherland was especially energetic in sharing his opposition. The subdivision “Will disrupt the whole neighbourhood and people like the rural flavour of the place,” he said.

“This is the worst place in Peachland to allow a high density development.”

Sutherland anticipates complaints will come from new residents who get annoyed by the “dirty, dusty, loud” nature of the farming industry.

He’s frustrated that a “jungle of condominiums or trailers” will be around for generations, whereas the current members

of council – the people deciding whether the project can be built or not – are likely to move on with their lives after a few years, and it will be Sutherland and his neighbours living with the long term consequences.

He already annoys his nearby neighbours with the sprays that he uses on his cherries. Many of those neighbours (jokingly?) booed him from the public gallery when he brought it up.

Nick Walsh was the only person who spoke clearly in favour of the development.

He knew the development was coming down the pipe when he moved to Peachland three years ago, and said it’s a good way for Peachland to increase its tax base, and he’s looking forward to welcoming his new neighbours.

Alison Moore said that part of town is not the right place for such dense residential, and it should be located closer to the core.

“Are these homes even big enough for families? Or is it just small homes for more retirees,” she asked.

Public input went on for nearly an hour.

In writing, the District received 14 letters of opposition, one in support, and one raising a concern.

Some people referred to the proposed development as a trailer park.

But CAO Elsie Lemke said it’s not—it’s a modular home park.

People who move in will own the building but they have to lease

the property.

The dictionary defines module as “each of a set of standardized parts or independent units that can be used to construct a more complex structure, such as an item of furniture or a building.”

Mayor Cindy Fortin said she didn’t know if she was expecting so much objection at Tuesday’s meeting, as most of the letters opposed weren’t submitted to the District until the day of. She was unable to say whether or not she favours the project because the process is between second and third reading.

The developer, CEO Todd Venier of Freeport Industries, said the neighbourhood will be similar to Sage Creek Developments, a project his company completed in West Kelowna.

“The style of housing we see is quite different from Sage Creek but look and feel of the development will be the same,” he said.

Since the proposed development will be uphill from a farm, people moving in will be advised of what is normally tolerated in the area, he said, and it’s expected they will sympathize with farmers.

Venier also said fencing around the neighbourhood, non-disruptive lights and a clubhouse are all things being looked at.

Third reading hasn’t been scheduled yet but will happen at a regular council meeting in the near future.

ICBC is asking for permission to restructure its rates, while the BC Conservatives want to overhaul the insurance agency completely.

The insurance monopoly submitted their request to the BC Utilities Commission aimed at “levelling the playing field,” according to the Ministry of Attorney General.

The current model is out of date and causing good drivers to subsidize bad drivers, said Attorney General David Eby. “We want to modernize ICBC so that British Columbians pay according to their crash history, driving records and level of risk, and take responsibility for their driving habits. It’s only fair.”

On ICBC’s wishlist: punish the driver responsible for a crash instead of the person who owns the vehicle; discounts for drivers with up to 40 years of driving experience (there is currently a limit of nine years); and new discounts for vehicles with automatic emergency braking technology and for vehicles driven less than 5,000 kilometres per year.

“Right now, the system is broken,” Eby said. “A driver with no crashes could be paying the same premium as a driver with three at-fault crashes in a year. We heard from British Columbians that their insurance rates need to be fair and we agree - good drivers shouldn’t have to continue paying more to cover the costs for those who cause crashes or present a higher risk on our roads.”

Based on current rates, in the first year of the changes, there will be lower premiums for an estimated 67 per cent of ICBC customers: 39 per cent of all drivers would see up to a $50 reduction; 13 per cent of all drivers will save between $50 and $100; and 15 per cent of drivers will be getting more than $100 off per month.

That means onethird of drivers will see their rates go up.

Eleven per cent of drivers will be paying up to $50 more; five per cent will pay between $50 and $100; and 17 per cent of drivers are going to be paying more than $100.

But that’s not the best approach, according to the BC Conservatives. They

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claim that ICBC is “tangled in a massive bureaucratic rat’s nest” and it’s time for the government to go back to the drawing board.

“The BC Conservatives will turn ICBC into a co-operative, ensuring that BC drivers who pay premiums will be the ones who own the organization.

A co-operative will work in drivers’ best interest, rather than serving the government of the day,” reads their press release.

“The BC Conservatives will also open the industry to private

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Apply for Affordable Housing Applications for the initial intake for the seniors’ affordable rental housing project, known as The Residences on 6th in Peachland will be accepted until August 31st, 2018. Application forms are available at: District of Peachland 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland Peachland Wellness Centre 4426 – 5th Street, Peachland On line at www.peachland.ca/sss Completed applications will be accepted at both the District of Peachland Office and the Peachland Wellness Centre. They can also be emailed to wellnesscentre@shaw.ca.

Applications will be reviewed and rated by an appointed selection committee beginning after August 31st. The units are designated for seniors (55+) and persons with disabilities with low to moderate incomes. Priority will be given to applicants based on need. Peachland residents, and residents who have moved away and are looking to return may be considered for prioritization subject to ability to achieve unit occupancy requirements.

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PEACHLAND RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know that a review of the Current Projects listed on the Peachland Municipal website, Point to Point Homes and Realtor.ca shows there are 5,295 units currently in the “pipeline” for development in the District of Peachland?

Assuming, as professional planners do, that there would be at least two people residing in each unit, it would mean 10,590 new residents living in Peachland adding to our current 5,400 residents.

How do you as a resident gain an understanding of what is being planned, proposed and approved for Peachland?

Did you know that there is a public process by which developers must get approval for their plans?

Approval requires several public hearings. The most recent public hearing,

held on Tuesday, August 14, was to amend a zoning bylaw to allow a manufactured home park for a lot on the corner of Sanderson and Princeton.

Did you know there was no mention in the printed public hearing notice that, ultimately, the proposed development will allow for 78 manufactured homes in this neighbourhood?

Do you find the language and maps the District uses in the notices of public hearings confusing and difficult to understand? Are you able to gain an understanding of what is being planned, proposed and approved for Peachland and the intended and unintended consequences of the by-law changes?

If not, what would you suggest as an alternative?

Responses to the submission are welcome to be sent to peachlandresassoc@ gmail.com.

RDOS overstepped its bounds Re: RDOS wants Hwy 97 widened in Peachland, Aug 3 widening story Dear editor: The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen has weighed in, lobbying MOTI that “Peachland’s population growth has not kept pace with the Central Okanagan or BC” and Highway 97 “still has sections that are single-lane.

This influences economic growth, traffic patterns and quality of life.”

“A wider highway will do more than just accommodate tourists”, RDOS argues, in looking at “how to most efficiently move traffic from the border to the Coquihalla, not just through Peachland”.

Say what?

A bypass would expedite commercial traffic between the coast and the RDOS far more than the route through Peachland (not to mention the delays during widening).

A bypass would involve no delays and when the ‘switch’ is thrown one day we will have a fast alternate route from the 97C Connector to Summerland, with no

lights, more contingency and safety.

Calling the Peachland Transportation Study “narrow and somewhat myopic” in it’s scope strikes an adversarial tone.

And the RDOS thinks that Peachland “has not kept pace” in population growth?

Who are they to say?

Can the capitalists, investors and developers reel in their dogmas for once?

Peachland is not for the taking or bullying by corporate greed. It’s for quiet and peaceful laid-back living yet, is now under siege by entities that don’t value that.

Have some heart for one of the last remaining Dodos in paradise.

Yes, we are different, as the PRA stated (July 27) Peachland has only increased by 400 people over the last decade yet 5,181 housing units were approved as of 2011 and another 170 have been added since.

The MOTI study cited in the article expects the population to hit just 7,220 in another 20 years, instead of 18,000. I like that pace.

Kenneth W. Janes Peachland

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$1.9B added to pipeline bill DAN ALBAS

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On some issues there may be a strong consensus, however on other issues there might be vast differences of opinion.

In particular, I find citizens will often convey a perspective that might not be reflected in Ottawa.

If there was any one subject that provoked an extremely significant response, it was related to the Trudeau Liberal Government announcing that it would spend $4.5 Billion to purchase the Trans-Mountain pipeline project from USA based Kinder Morgan.

The intent of this purchase was to spend an additional $7.4 Billion to build the expanded Trans-Mountain pipeline.

The reaction I heard from this decision that the Government spend nearly $12 Billion building a pipeline, was generally one of outrage, even from those who indicated they supported its construction.

I mention this because very recently the CBC reported on documents Kinder Morgan filed with the United States Security and Exchange Commission that show constructing the pipeline could increase costs a further $1.9 Billion over and above what was formerly disclosed and take an additional year to construct.

Most troubling is the fact that Canadian journalists did not learn of this new information directly from the Liberal Government.

Without the filings from the US Security and Exchange Commission this information would likely still be hidden from Canadians.

Given that the CBC reports the cost to construct the Trans Mountain expansion pipeline may now top $9.3 billion, with a possible completion date of December 2021, my question this

week is a simple one:

Have your views on the Trans-Mountain pipeline project changed in any way and do you believe the Trudeau Liberal Government can reliably manage this project?

Here’s hoping Hall wins Dear editor: Happy to see that Eric Hall is running for mayor. Eric is on record as supporting a 3 storey maximum on Beach Ave. As he will be running against 2 individuals who sold out to developers, the final vote count just might reflect

the true views of the community regarding height restrictions Council has been trying to sell the notion that only a small vocal minority is against the 5 storey building. We shall see.

Tom Prince Peachland

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Barking up the Ron tree Re: Six one-way tickets to the moon, please, Aug 10

I would like to quote Dermid Travis of Integrity BC. “Echo chambers has been popular as a phrase of late, the idea that we post and share links and opinions that we agree with on social media to others that also agree with them, thereby amplifying their echo.

The echo from certain groups ring hollow however. We have the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance. You might remember them saying a slide was caused by logging, when the nearest logging was over five km away. We have the BC Tapwater Alliance.

You might remember them unable to figure out why the waters in the creeks were brown during a record breaking spring runoff. Now we have the Coalition for Forest Reform happy about a report the Government just came out with, but I quote “Mr Haddocks report misses the opportunity to focus on meaningful improvements to the governance of professional associations, drifting well beyond his terms of reference to propose unjustified changes to the forestry regulatory regime unrelated to professional reliance”. In other words, his report was Shanghai’d by special interest groups.

The news releases issued by these three organisations and others are all suspiciously similar in tone and character, which brings us back to the ‘echo chambers’. Are all these groups only half a dozen people, using one script writer, posing as several different interest groups?

These half dozen or so people then use social media to share links and amplify their echo. An echo that rings hollow to people who actually have some knowledge of watersheds, creeks, and forestry.These alliances and coalitions depend on tugging at the heartstrings of the naive and uninformed to further their cause.

There are extremists in every aspect of society. Religious, environmental, political, you name it. These extremists are not interested in facts or reality, instead, they want the whole world to abide by their skewed, narrow little view of the world.

The Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance and other volunteers have begun a wetlands health assessment project in the Wilson Lakes area. They are given “basic working knowledge of wetlands to evaluate the health of sites in proximity to industrial and development activities”. I say “learning is fun!”. I also say “a little knowledge is dangerous!”

A member of the PWPA is acting in an advisory capacity to Peachland Council. Would you rather be advised by working professionals with years of experience, or some weekend warriors with a little knowledge?

To put it another way, would you like the NASA trip to the moon, or the Wile E. Coyote Acme Rocket trip to the moon?

If Peachland council is listening to members of the PWPA, they may want to try discount bungee jumping too. Please.

On a final note, I don’t want to leave mining out of this discussion. There is a large deposit of Leaverite recently discovered north of the McCall Lake area. I would like the PWPA to state their position on this deposit, and most importantly, why they hold that position.

Ron Barkwill Peachland

Another OCP Rant Dear editor: How relieved I am to see someone standing for Mayor, namely Eric Hall, who states clearly what he stands for and understands exactly the shortcomings of our planning department and other Councillors. Whether you support Eric Hall or not the fact stands that he has been engaged in the politics of this town throughout, brought attention to the fact that approving a five storey building on Beach may be illegal (as did Keith Fielding) as it was clearly stated in our Official Community Plan that it should only be 3 storey’s on Beach, (note: not one member of Council queried this) and also correctly predicted that the town would change the Official Community plan accordingly, if needed, which they did, ignoring overwhelming public opinion to the contrary.

I would also like to thank Keneth W. James, for bringing attention to some of the more ignorant comments of council including the Mayor who appeared to suggest that Peachland does not have an identity with regard to Urban design. This to me is somewhat alarming as Downtown Peachland, unlike the neighboring towns, does have a distinct identity and cannot comprehend why our Mayor should think otherwise. This ‘identity’ is created by the interesting and/or historic buildings on the small lots that line Downtown Beach Avenue. This is the reason why it is described as unique, quaint and charming and with a cohesive vision for the facades, the streetscape could become even more appealing.

However, in section

2.3.4 of the new Offical Community Plan, it recommends demolishing these buildings and consolidating them into large lots.

In other words, the new Official Community Plan recommends demolishing Peachlands identity and the fact the majority of Council voted in favour of this new OCP, we can only come to the conclusion this is what the present council supports too in their quest to ‘reinvent’ Peachland.

This town’s economy will forever be driven by tourism because of its location, history (including being home to the Ogopogo and story of Rattlesnake Island, which others find so fascinating documentaries have been made about them) and character. What is so wrong with that? We should be attracting more tourists winter and summer, by building on these stories and by encouraging businesses to give their facades yet more curb appeal and be proud of their history, not encouraging them to let them go to rot because they will be demolished anyway?

The Gasthaus, which attracts visitors winter and summer should be the benchmark of the uniqueness we expect of any new buildings in downtown Peachland. Not have its appeal threatened by the prospect of an adjacent modern, overwhelming, six-story building banged up against it.

However, It appears our present council for some inexplicable reason wants to spend time and our money on promoting such 6 storey buildings and also go on a wild goose chase trying to attract Technology Companies to fill them. Not one Councillor has ever given a reason

why a technology company should be attracted to a town with no space for allocated parking, expensive housing, limited transport links, and little infrastructure. In fact, evidence points to the fact there is simply no demand for more commercial space and probably will not be until we get some of those planned 5,000 plus units built.

Gillian Evans Peachland Editor’s Note: Due to length, this letter was cut in half. Look forward to the second half running in next week’s Peachland View.

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Goodbye Pat Sell... ...we will miss you!

Val and Ray Parkes and all the members of the Parrot Island Sanctuary are saddened to hear of the passing of Pat Sell.

Sell was an involved member of the Friends of the Parrot Sanctuary Society and worked as the board’s secretary.

“She was always happy,” Ray Parkes said. “She volunteered for all the things we were doing, whether it was the bake sale, flower sale, yard sale.

She did so much. When they were giving flu shots she was always there helping.”

Val Parkes said she’d miss Sell’s jokes about her dog and bird Nelson and Sophie.

Sell passed away in Kelowna on August 6. She was born in Montreal on July 12, 1946. She leaves behind her husband Roger, who she married in 1973, her son Kristian and extended family.

“Our condolences go out to all her family,” the Parkes said. “She will be missed by all the lives that she touched.”

A date for a Celebration of Life has not yet been determined, but condolences may be left for the family at www.hansonsfuneral.ca.

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Age: 1 Years ID 460688 Cat - Female - Domestic Short Hair Name: Apex

Apex

is a lovely girl who was found as a stray.

She had quite an uphill climb, as she was heavily pregnant when she came to us! Apex gave birth to her range of 6 beautiful kittens in May! Apex is the pinnacle of a great mother to her babies, but it’s time for her to find a home all her own. She’s a sweet, affectionate girl who loves to talk to you. Come meet Apex and find the purrfect companion to traverse life with!

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A total of 8 tickets may be won.

2 tickets will be awarded each week.

Peachland Wellness Centre’s

West Kelowna’s Full Service Small Animal Hospital 112-2476 Westlake Rd., West Kelowna V1Z 2V2 Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm; Saturday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

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End of Summer Gala will be held on September 22, 2018

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End ofSummer Gala!

Mother’sEnd Day Contest Contest: of Summer Gala

For more information about this amazing event or to buy tickets, contact Peachland Wellness Centre 250.767.0141

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Phone:

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Active living &

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2. Which advertiser offers “lunch and looks”?

3. Name the advertiser(s) that help(s) you fine tune one or more of your five senses?

Taking waitlist deposits now!

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Peachland

Mon - Sat: 9am - 5:30pm Open Sundays 12 - 5

5836 Beach Ave., Peachland 250-767-9220

Shop in Peachland and support your local businesses!

We carry beach footwear and water shoes.

Serving the Hearing Care Needs of the Peachland Community for 5 years.

778.754.1424

ection ys, l e s t s e B Beach toses! , s e i t a o l for F oes, Sunglas Aqua sh

By appointment only

And... we are first for fishing supplies, bait and gear!

Tom Millar RHIP/Owner

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Retirement living your way!

Find us at the Peachland Mall

Book all of your travel with

250-868-2540

Call Bettyann to arrange your ‘Lunch & Look’ at 250-768-2934. We’re on Ingram Rd West Kelowna, right behind Save On Foods.

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Dr. Kimberley Goods ~ Dr. Grant Goods “For honest and friendly care, serving the South Okanagan since 1980.”

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Local contractors rally to repair retiree’s roof

DAN WALTON EDITOR

editor@peachlandview.com

The roof on Paul Whitfield’s home is now “Better than new.”

That’s according to Dustin Klassen with Performance Roofing and KRB Construction.

He was one of the tradespeople who volunteered their time earlier this week to bring Whitfield’s home back to normal.

“It’s just about the small-town thing,” he said. “Hearing someone who needs a little help in town and we can afford to do it for the community.”

Until Monday, Whitfield – a retired painter – had been living under a severely damaged ceiling since June 25, after a

severe wind storm caused large trees to crash down upon several properties at Antler’s Beach Estates.

Klassen says the damage to Whitfield’s home was fairly extensive.

“The tree came down and took out the subroof, took out all the trusses, plywood and shingles. Then it actually went through the actual trailer roof as well – a branch took out his TV and VCR.” A friend of Whitfield’s, Mike Batt, set up a crowdfunding campaign and reached out to the community.

Shortly after, the owners of KRB Construction from Peachland – Andrew Gee – learned of the need and decided to help.

“He’s like me, he’s a tradesman,” Gee said. “I know what it’s like to get worn down and not be able to do the stuff that you were able to do not long ago.

Retired, low income – no way he could have afforded to fix it himself. And it would have been devastating to have left it open like that.”

KRB’s sister company Performance Roofing donated some materials and all the labour, and Prestige Exteriors from Kelowna donated a run of gutter. Home Depot West Kelowna sold them their supplies at a 15 per cent discount.

Gee’s sister, Robyn Gee, even brought a few bags of groceries over.

Whitfield feels extremely thankful to everybody who came forward to help.

“It’s a terrific feeling to know that people care, and it’s going to feel wonderful to finally have my home back to normal,” said Whitfield. “…now if the sun would come out again.”

“Just to have this, puts a big

smile on my face,” Whitfield said. “Was a bit scary there for a bit.”

Whitfield had been having a rough year even before the tree damaged his home, due to glaucoma causing him to lose most of his vision in his right eye.

“It’ll be nice to get some stuff done and get back to normal.”

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FREE HEARING TEST Tom Millar, RHIP Hearing Care Professional

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• Sprinkler start up and repair • Hot tub maintenance • Weather stripping

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SOUTH OKANAGAN EVENTS CENTRE

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Peachland

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Renovations including siding, decks, carpentry, drywalling, ceiling texturing, window & doors. Need walls moved? All work done to code.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Alcoholics Anonymous Peachland Fellowship Meets Monday at 7 pm (closed meeting) and Friday at 8 pm (open meeting).

Call 250-763-5555 for more info

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FAMILY GROUPS

Offer help to families & friends of alcoholics.

Meetings in Penticton on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays; and in Summerland Thursdays.

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250.490.9272

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CEDARS For Sale

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Call George at Budget Nurseries 250-498-2189 georgedemelo@mail.com

EMPLOYMENT

FARM

3000 ACRES OF COMPLETE High End Cattle & Grain Operation for Sale in Sask. Manages 2k to 3k Cow/Calf Operation with Complete Solid Infrastructure.

200k Acres Cultivated.

Contact Doug

306-716-2671 or saskfarms@shaw.ca

Get your message to 3600 homes and businesses...

PART TIME/SEASONAL

RECREATION CASHIER The District of Peachland is accepting applications for the position of a part time seasonal Recreation Cashier. A full job posting and job description can be found at www.peachland.ca/careers.

Please submit resume by 4:00 p.m., Friday, August 29, 2018 to: Polly, Palmer, Director of Corporate Services 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC V0H 1X7 Email: careers@peachland.ca

VESPER TRANSPORT Company Driver Needed

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• Most of our driving is in BC, AB, WA, ID, OR.

Extended medical after 6 months, phone reimbursement monthly. Full Time Work.

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Peachland

Places of Faith Peachland United Church

St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

Sunday Services Contemporary Worship Service 9 a.m.

Traditional Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:30 am

We are wheelchair accessible

Full Time and Part Time Cooks and Cashiers. $12.65 to start—all shifts.

Apply in restaurant with resume or at www.aw.ca GARAGE SALES

6093 Ellison Ave.

“Let Us Worship Together”

Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Tuesday Morning

9:30 a.m. Study, Coffee & Conversation Office Hours 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Monday to Friday

(P.A.O.C.)

Sunday Worship 2 pm

Lake Ave at 13th St 250-767-9237

with Pastor Steve Hobbs 250-460-2555

Sunday Mornings

for more information call John 250-767-2221

Rev. Robin Graves

Ages 3 through Grade 6 www.gracelutherankelowna.com

Now Hiring

BAPTIST CHURCH

250-767-2206

4th Street & Brandon Ave

250-767-3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org

10:30 am

Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m.

Pastor: Ian McLean

4464 4th Street

(St. Margaret’s Anglican Church building)

all are

welcome

Wednesdays Sept to May

Ladies Bible Study 9:30 am Dr. Gord Denison PASTOR

peachlandbaptist.com

1-800-347-2540

A&W

4421 4th Street

Grace Lutheran Church 1162 Hudson Road West Kelowna, B.C. 250-769-5685

PEACHLAND

LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD

Saturday, August 18 8 am- 3 pm And Sunday August 19 9 am - 2 pm

Various household items, too much to mention!

4163

Ponderosa Dr Saturday, August 18 8 am- 12 pm

Various household items

6081 Beatrice Rd. Saturday August 18 10 am- 5 pm

Moving Sale

Dining room set, Ford Taurus, desk, pictures and lots more!

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Local Events and Activities Send the information for your Peachland event to admin@peachlandview.com

Peachland Farmers and Crafters Market Every Sunday from May 27 to Sept 30, 10 am to 2 pm at Heritage Park.

BEEPS Summer Events: Bat Chats 10:30 am & 2:30 pm on both Wednesdays and Saturdays at the Visitor Centre; Bat Counts - Friday nights in front of the Visitor Centre at sunset.

Small Heritage School - Every Sunday in July and August, enjoy Sunday Tea on the patio of this small heritage school. 1 – 4 pm.

50+ Centre: Bingo - Thursdays at 6:45 pm.

Team BC-Kelowna Jr. Sun Flag Peachland Bottle Drive - Saturday August 18 Contact Margareta at 250-300-0077 if you would like to donate your bottle to help the team raise money They will represent BC in nationals held in Edmonton.

The Peachland Wellness Centre - is taking excursion bookings from those who are 65+ and want to take a Limo ride to the Summerland Research Centre for a nature walk (disability walkers allowed) followed by a lunch at a nearby restaurant. This excursion is presently booked for September 19. If you are interested, call 250-767-0141. Please call as soon as possible to book your seat. Space is limited.

Peachland Little Schoolhouse - Diane Duteil and Jaklyne Haycha; both are acrylic artists Diane’s work is becoming familiar to local art lovers; her subject choices are limitless.

Jacklyne is a new acrylic artist whose love of prairie skies is a feature of her work.

Wednesday to Saturday August 15–18, 11–4 pm; Brandon Lane off 4 th Street.

5672 Beach Avenue, Peachland 250-767-9133 Call for Info Office open Mon - Fri, 9:30-11:30 am

GO

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Every Thursday, 6:45 pm Doors open at 5:30 pm Next Bingo Night is August 23rd

Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, and other goodies are available for sale

Lotto License #103899

Everyone over 19 years is welcome!

Membership not required.

Casual callers and sellers are still needed

Labour Day Pancake Breakfast Sunday September 2nd 8-11 am at the 50+ Activity Centre

Adults $5, kids $3 (ages 6 to 12), FREE for kids 5 and under.

Pancakes, fruit compote, sausages, coffee/tea and juice.

Find us on Facebook by searching Peachland 50 Plus Activity Centre peachland50plusactivitycentre.ca

Every Week: Art • Chess • Bowling • Bridge • Crafts • Exercise/Yoga • Ukulele

MONDAYS

FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm,

Community Centre

YOGA (RESTORATIVE) 8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre

INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am,

Community Centre

PICKLEBALL (1.0-3.5) 9-11 am, Community Centre

VARIETY SINGERS 9:15 am Drop in from June to Sept., 50+ Activity Centre

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY 9:30 am,

NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING CAPC CREATIVE PLAY1:15 pm, TIME (0-6 YRS) 50+ Activity Centre 10:00-noon,

Peachland Wellness Ctre Returns Sept 10th

TAI CHI noon,

50+ Activity Centre by donation

MEDITATION GROUP 11:30 am-12:30 pm,

Peachland Wellness Ctre Continues through the summer

PICKLEBALL (1.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre

50+ Activity Ctre

THURSDAYS

Peachland Wellness Ctre 2nd & 4th Wed Returns Sept 12th

MINI MOVERS YOGA Registered only 10:30-11:15 am,

KARATE CLASS 6-7 pm

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 1-2:45 pm,

at the Little Schoolhouse

WOOD CARVERS 7 pm,

50+ Activity Centre Returns in Oct

POUND 7:15-8:15 pm,

Community Centre

TUESDAYS FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm,

Community Centre

FLOW YOGA 8 am, $5 Drop in

Peachland Wellness Ctre Continues through the summer

MAHJONG 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

LINE DANCING 7 pm, $4 Drop in

50+ Activity Centre

WEDNESDAYS FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm,

Community Centre

INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am,

50+ Activity Centre

Community Centre

FLOW YOGA 9-10 am,

YOGA (BASIC BEGINNERS) 8 am, $5 Drop in

4th Street Place

MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE 9:30 am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

50+ Activity Centre

PICKLEBALL (1.0-3.5) 9-11 am, Community Centre

Community Centre

Community Centre

INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am,

Community Centre

PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 9:30 am-3 pm, Bargain Bin

CARPET BOWLING 10 am, 50+ Activity Centre Returns Sept 8th

MEAT DRAW 3-5 pm,

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10 am to 11:30 am

PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 9:30 am-3 pm

50+ Activity Centre

TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS 4th Street Place 9:30 am, CAPC CREATIVE PLAYHeritage Park Hosted by Peachland Wellness Ctre.

TIME (0-6 YRS) Beginners and newcomers 10 am-noon,

SUNDAY BREAKFAST 8-11 am,

PEACHLAND UNITED BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT CHURCH 10 am-12 pm, 9:30 am-3 pm,

PEACHLAND UNITED SERVICE 10 am,

Cousins Park

COFFEE GROUP 10:30 am,

50+ Activity Centre

FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm,

FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm,

FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm,

Community Centre

CARPET BOWLING 10 am,

Community Centre

FRIDAYS

SATURDAYS

YOGA (FOUNDATIONS) 8 am, $5 Drop in

SOCIAL BRIDGE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

AA 12-1 pm,

Community Centre

WELLNESS CIRCLE 10 am-12 noon,

Community Centre

SPIN, CORE, STRETCH 5:15-6:15 pm,

2nd & 4th Wed, Contact: Gary 250-767-3491

LEARN TO FLOW YOGA 5:30-6:30 pm,

Community Centre

Returns Sept 17th

50+ Activity Ctre Returns Sept 8th

LIONS DEN MEETING 7 pm, 4440 5th St. every

BINGO 6:45 pm 50+ Activity Centre CENTRAL OKANAGAN (doors open 5:30 pm) MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP 7 pm, Peachland Museum

MINI MOVERS YOGA Registered only 10-10:45 am,

Peachland Wellness Ctre To register: 250-767-0141

50+ Activity Centre

LADIES MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 10-11:15 am,

50+ FITNESS 9:15 am, $5 Drop in.

Please bring a mat.

Sunday Tea on the Patio - at the Peachland Little Schoolhouse on Brandon Lane off 4th Street. 1 – 4 pm, tea and dessert: Alicia is making her Nova Scotia speciality Gingerbread and Lemon Sauce.

Fabric Artists Marianne Boettcher and Dianna Kinnunen Demonstration Wednesday August 22 - Saturday August 25, at the Little Schoolhouse. Brandon Lane off 4th Street, 11 – 4 pm. They will provide lots of interest to local fabric arts lovers.

These expert bag makers, pattern designers, quilters and teachers will demonstrate and give mini lectures on their work. Also, join them on Sunday for tea 1 – 4 pm.

50+ Activity Centre, every 2nd & 4th Wed, Drop-ins Welcome

PICKLEBALL (1.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre

SUNSHINE SINGERS 1:15 to 2:15 pm,

Peachland Wellness Ctre Returns Sept 11th

CHESS 1:15 pm,

50+ Activity Centre

SOCIAL BRIDGE 1:15 pm,

50+ Activity Centre

WRITERS UNBLOCKED 6:30 pm, Peachland

Wellness Centre. First Wed of the Month Ends June 6th until further notice

CLOG DANCING 6-7 pm,

50+ Activity Centre

KARATE CLASS 6-7 pm,

the Little Schoolhouse

YOUTH BOXING CLUB 6-8 pm, 4th St Place

50+ Activity Centre

Bargain Bin

welcome, Returns August 23rd

Peachland Wellness Ctre Continues through the summer

IRON & SILK 10:45 am

50+ Activity Centre Returns in September

ROTARY CLUB OF PEACHLAND 12-1:30 pm,

Gasthaus Restaurant.

Everyone welcome

AA 12 pm,

50+ Activity Centre

ENERGY FOR WELLNESS 1:00-2:30 pm,

Peachland Wellness Ctre 3rd Thur of each month, Returns Sept 20th.

PICKLEBALL (3.5+) 1-3 pm, Community Centre

MEAT DRAW 4-5 pm,

Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.

50+ FITNESS 9:15 am, $5 Drop in.

Please bring a mat.

FLOW YOGA 9-10 am,

Community Centre

Bargain Bin

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 10 - noon,

Peachland Wellness Ctre Continues through the summer

YOGA (BEGINNERS) 10:30 am, $5 Drop in

50+ Activity Centre

ART CLUB 12 pm,

50+ Activity Centre

LADIES COFFEE & CRIB 1-2:45 pm,

Peachland Wellness Ctre Continues through the summer

PICKLEBALL (1.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre

LEGO TIME (ALL AGES) 3-4 pm,

Peachland Library

Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.

SUNDAYS

FITNESS ROOM 5 am-10 pm,

Community Centre

Peachland Wellness Ctre Excluding Long Weekends Returns Sept 9th

United Church

ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP 10 am, St. Margaret’s Church

EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE 10 am,

Emmanuel Church, Westbank

PEACHLAND BAPTIST Service 10:30 am, Fellowship 11:30 am, 4204 Lake Ave.

THE PEACHLAND WALKING CLUB 1 pm, for details visit peachlandtrekkers.ca MEAT DRAW 2-4 pm,

Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.

PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday worship: 2 pm, Meeting at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

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Mad Hatter celebrating 35 years PAULETTE BREAULT

2018 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS

MAD HATTER BOOKSTORE

NOTICE OF NOMINATION

To celebrate its 35 year anniversary, the Mad Hatter Book store will be having its first “author signing” Saturday, Aug. 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. featuring Kevin Weisbeck.

The Mad Hatter wants to promote new authors as a way to give back to the community and of course help people connect to these new authors, meet and talk with them .

Kevin Weisbeck has published several short stories in magazines, newspapers, and anthologies. One of his stories has even made it into McGraw-Hill’s Canada-wide iLit academic program. Most of his life was spent growing up in Kelowna and although he currently lives in Okotoks, Alberta, the Okanagan will always be home. For that reason, he’s decided to launch his first two novels here in the Valley. If you like a fast-paced story with un-

Public Notice is given to the electors of the District of Peachland that nominations will be accepted for the following offices, to be elected for a four year term: One (1) Mayor Six (6) Councillors

forgettable characters, then please join us at The Mad Hatter Bookstore on Aug. 18.

The idea for Madeline’s Secret came to Kevin when he was in Paris. Although more a suspense than a romance, this story is about a B.C. woman living in the French Capital along with her family. After a car accident takes her sister and leaves her with amnesia, she tries to find normal in a world that fights her at every turn. Her parents, husband and child are all strangers. As she struggles to fit herself into her new life she uncovers a secret, one so dangerous that it could ruin her if it ever got out.

Bottle drive for the Pack Attack

The Kelowna Pack Attack won the B.C. regional CFL/NFL flag football championship back in May and will represent the province at the national championship tournament in Edmonton during Grey Cup week in No-

vember. The team is very excited to be part of such a great event.

They will be in the community actively raising funds in the coming months.

The Peachland Bottle drive is taking place Saturday, Aug.

18. Contact Margareta at 250-300-0077 if you would like to support these amazing athletes. One of these athletes is a Peachlander. In addition, the team is seeking sponsorships and donations. (see poster, below)

Candidates for Mayor and Council shall be nominated in writing by two persons who are qualified electors of the District of Peachland. Nominations will be received by the Chief Election Officer at: District of Peachland Municipal Office Beginning 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 4, 2018 to 5806 Beach Avenue 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2018 Peachland, B.C. Regular Office Hours 8:00 am - 4:00 pm - Excluding Statutory Holidays and weekends Nomination documents are available at the Peachland Municipal Office during regular office hours, beginning Friday, July 27, 2018. Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Candidate Expense Limits for the District of Peachland is as follows: JURISDICTION

OFFICE

C ANDIDATE EXPENSE LIMIT

Peachland

Mayor

$10,000

Peachland

Councillor

$ 5,000

Third Party Advertising Expense Limits: JURISDICTION

OFFICE

DIRECTED ADVERTISING EXPENSE LIMIT

Peachland

Mayor & Councillor

$ 750

Public Notice is given to the electors of School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Zone II being: District of Peachland and Regional District of Central Okanagan – Central Okanagan West Electoral Area (Traders Cove, Fintry, Killiney Beach, Westshore Estates, Wilson’s Landing, rural Peachland and Tsinstikeptum Indian Reserves 9 and 10).

Nominations will be accepted for the following office, to be elected for a four year term: One (1) School Trustee* for Zone II of School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Candidates for School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) School Trustee, Zone II shall be nominated by two persons who are qualified electors of School District Zone II for which the person is nominated. Nominations will be received as follows: By the Chief Election Officer or person(s) designated by the Chief Election Officer, Regional District of Central Okanagan, 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, B.C. OR By the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer, District of Peachland, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, B.C. Beginning 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 4, 2018 to 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2018 Regular Office Hours 8:00 am – 4:00 pm - Excluding Statutory Holidays and weekends

The Team BC – Kelowna Jr. Sun flag football team (U12 Division) has advanced to represent BC at the Grey Cup Flag Football event in Edmonton!

LET’ S CHEER THEM ON!

Candidate Expense Limits for Central Okanagan School District – SD23: ELECTION AREA

OFFICE

CANDIDATE EXPENSE LIMIT

Trustee Election Area 2 (Zone II)

Board of Education Trustee

$5000

Third Party Advertising Expense Limits: JURISDICTION OFFICE Trustee Election Area 2 (Zone II)

Board of Education Trustee

DIRECTED ADVERTISING EXPENSE LIMIT $ 750

(* School Trustee nomination documents require $100 refundable deposit) Nomination documents are available at the Peachland Municipal Office (250-767-2647) and Regional District of Central Okanagan Office (250-763-4918) during regular office hours.

Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE

HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT THE KIDS

As part of the Grey Cup festivities, November 22-2 3 girls will compete again 6, 2018, the co-ed team of 10 boys and st nine teams from acro ss Canada, with the winn moving on to represen er of this tournament t Canada at the NFL Pro Bowl January 2019 in Orlando, Florida.

“This is a once in a lifet ime opportunity for thes e young athletes, and associated with such I am so proud to be a great group of kids,” stated head coach Bran “I really believe this team don Thompson. has a chance to advance to the Pro Bowl.”

The Team BC – Kelowna Jr. Sun flag football team will be in the community in the coming months. actively raising funds In addition, the Team is seeking sponsorships and For those interested in supporting this once in donations. a lifetime opportunity, pleas e make your cheque payable to: Team BC – Kelowna Jr. Sun.

We appreciate your con

sideration and suppor

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For information, please contact Team Manager Richard Chell at 250.826. , 5170 or m_chell21@ho tmail.com Find us on Facebook @tea mbcokanaganjuniorsun Our “Go Fund Me” addr ess is www.gofundme.com /kelowna-jr-sun-team-bc

A person is qualified to be nominated and elected to hold office if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day (October 20, 2018); • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

NOMINATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 4:00 P.M. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2018 Further information on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Polly Palmer, Chief Election Officer, phone 250-767-3704 Lamanda Pineault, Deputy Chief Election Officer, phone 250-767-3708 Chief Election Officer

R E A L E S TAT E

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539,900

$

MLS®10164016

3963 Trepanier Heights Avenue

Super private location for this cute little rancher on a quiet cul-de-sac road in Peachland. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the main floor with open floor great room design for kitchen and living room area. Some peek-a-boo lake views from both the upper deck and lower covered patios. Huge family room and extra large den/office or 4th bedroom on lower level. Basement has separate entrance and could be easily suited for the in-laws or extended family. One block to all three school bus pick-ups for elementary, middle and high school.

Penthouse - BIG lake views

Sandy250-718-2761 Chevallier Realtor

Lifestyle at the lake for $729,900 Three bedroom Penthouse MLS 10159493

chevy@royallepage.ca

Lakeshore Estate $3,800,000

400 feet of pristine waterfront Call for private viewing MLS 10133160

Call Debra Kelly

C: 250.864.6891 DKellyMac@gmail.com

Real Estate Update

PRICE REDUCTION

BY DEBRA KELLY

$268,000

6070 Somerset Avenue - Beautiful quiet location

with breathtaking views for your dream home in sunny Peachland. Bring your home design & enjoy peace & serenity all year round from the sunrises to sunsets, and of course the sparkling lake and majestic mountains. Hard to find a large building lot 0.32 acres for this price in such a fantastic community. Walkable distance to downtown Peachland with all the amenities you’ll need. Seller has topography report end elevation MLS®10148360 survey to include on completion.

MARCUS HOFFERT

REALTOR®

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Peachland saw a drop in sales from 10 If you want to sell your home - price it homes sold in June 2018 vs 3 homes sold ‘smartly’ and not over priced or it will sit. in July 2018. The price jump to $782,398 Contact Debra at 250-864-6891 or through for the average price per home July 2018 sunlinks.net, for your local Peachland update. vs. July 2017 is big....

BUT the total number July 2018 vs July 2017 of homes sold in the Central OK dropped TYPE OF HOME 2018 2017 % CHANGE dramatically - again Residential $782,398 $592,838 +12.93 - by 29.59% and we Townhomes $518,211 $464,463 +11.57 have 22.44% more inventory. It seems Condo $343,315 $326,770 +5.06 official - we are in OUR BUYERS ARE FROM: Sellers receiving 96.65% of list price 55% Okanagan a balanced market, 20% Van/Lower Mainland Takes 65 days on average to sell (63 DOM last year) 7% other BC comments OMREB 10% Alberta **PEACHLAND 5% Other Provinces President Marv Beer.

3 Single Family homes sold in June—average price $629,333 3% Outside Canada

Kelowna & area Market Update

the Terraces

151 5300 Huston Rd - RENOVATED HOME IN MINT CONDITION!

A beautiful 2 bed + den home located in a lovely gated community in beautiful Peachland. Modern touches throughout! Enjoy morning coffee overlooking the lake and mountain views on the front covered deck or privacy and gardens in the back covered deck. SHOWS AAA! MLS® 10164153

Patrick Bell

Joseph Jacoe

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