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Balancing the cost of growth DAN WALTON EDITOR

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PAINTING WITH HEADLIGHTS –In this long exposure photo, commuters left streaks with their automobiles as they traveled north and south

District of Peachland council needs input before deciding how to divvy up the costs of growing the District. In order for the community to accommodate new developments, infrastructure systems need to be upgraded. Those upgrades need to be paid for either by local residents or the developer and municipal leaders have to decide what balance is best for the community. The public is invited to attend an open house at the Peachland Community Centre on Nov. 15 to decide who should be footing the bill for infrastructure upgrades. During a presentation at the Committee of the Whole on Oct. 25, council heard from Joel Short, a senior planner with Urban Systems, who shared an overview of Peachland from a developer’s perspective. He said the cost of development rises faster than the rate of inflation and it’s time for Peachland to adjust its rates. “I was shocked, as it seemed was most of council, at the huge increases in Development Cost Charges (DCCs) recommended in the recent report by Urban Systems,” said Mayor Cindy Fortin. When a developer makes a proposal that will increase the demand for sewer, water, drainage, parks and roads, municipalities often require investors to subsidize the cost of expansion through DCCs. With higher DCCs, developers shoulder more of the cost and ease the burden on the residents who already live there. While higher DCCs make taxes more palatable for average citizens, they raise the cost of doing business and can deter developers from building in demanding communities. “At a time when we are trying to encourage development and get the message out there that we’re here, we’re Peachland, and we want your business … so considering upping DCCs by as much as 45 per cent in the case of commercial development, is ludicrous and sending the wrong message.” The district subsidizes developers with one per cent of the DCCs and council discussed the option of raising that up as much as to 10 per cent.

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ALL‘N THE FAMILY – Author Anne Gafiuk presented her book

She Made Them Family at the Peachland Art Gallery on Oct. 18, sharing her publication about a wartime scrapbook compiled by Alice Spackman, who lived and taught in Peachland over 100 years ago. Picture above from the left is Joan Dupuis, Lorraine Fader, Deborah Livingstone, Donna Kerbes and Lynne Herrin. To the right is Gafiuk herself, below is a picture of the presentation and to the left is Peachland historian Richard Smith offering a glass of red wine.

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Public to help decide who pays for future development From Page 1 . . .

A higher subsidy would entice development, “but that would fall directly on the taxpayers’ backs,” Fortin said. “And even if the District contributed the 10 per cent, I don’t know how appreciative commercial developers would be to hear that the DCCs will still be going up by 35 per cent for them. For multi-unit residential, it would still mean an increase of 33 per cent.” Fortin said council has been working hard to speed up the rate of development and raising DCCs may dampen their efforts. “However, we are still in preliminary discussions regarding DCCs and no decision has been made yet,” she said. “I am interested in hearing from stakeholders and the public in an upcoming open house. There has to be a compromise solution to raising DCCs at such a drastic amount.” Another effect of raising DCCs, Fortin said, could be the added incentive for slower-moving developments to complete their projects before higher rates come into effect. “While that may promote more development in the short term, I believe that all that will do is cause development to flat line again in a

few years. That’s something the District just can’t afford to see happen.”

hile that may promote more development in the short term, I believe that all that will do is cause development to flat line again in a few years. That’s something the District just can’t afford to see happen.”

The committee was reminded by the consultant that DCCs aren’t mandatory, but accommodating new development isn’t free. However a community decides to balance their approach, Short said decision makers often face juxtaposed arguments. Community leaders have to find the proper balance between recognizing that the people who already live in Peachland shouldn’t have to pay for other people to come live here, but on the

other hand, communities that impose above-average DCCs will discourage growth, he said. Short believes Peachland is doing the right thing by updating its DCCs. He said investors take notice when higher DCCs are offset by the development assist factor. Peachland’s rate of one per cent is the lowest in the province, he said. By raising the development assist factor, “You might see general taxes go up to help pay for promoting growth in the community,” said Short. “It might not result in higher taxes though – council can use reserve finds, grants and look at other rates and fees. There’s not a direct correlation, but it needs to be paid.” Whatever balance Peachland strikes, there’s no objectively right answer, he said. “Each community is a customized approach – it depends on what they want, the makeup of the community and the policies they want to follow.” The Nov. 15 open house starts at 3:30 p.m. for members of the land development and the construction community to answer technical questions and the general public is welcome to drop by any time between 5:30 and 7:00 p.m.

DAN WALTON

AGE OF ANALOGUE –During the Rotary Club of Peachland’s weekly meeting at

Ghasthaus on the Lake, Peter Behnke shared stories about the decades he spent working in the music industry, when he experienced the popularity of vinyl records go into decline because of the tape cassette, and then saw the tape cassette get eclipsed by the advent of the CD.

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Americans get to make an exciting decision next week. The Republican and Democratic dynasties have presented voters with a choice between two starkly different candidates. Of course they disagree about the best approach, but the common goals they share are altruistic – safe streets, a healthy environment, strong economy and global stability. Just like the final round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, U.S. democracy is supposed to square off the two best competitors from both sides of the spectrum. But it’s hard to believe that Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are the best in their field. Neither of them seem relatable and they’re both out of touch with real life. Average Americans can’t aspire to be like them – Trump turned millions he inherited into billions and used his celebrity status to help win the Republican nomination, while Clinton’s used her connections as a monarch to rig the Democratic nomination. The majority of Americans disapprove of both candidates; this election really forces them to pick their poison. The average voter will be casting a ballot for a person they don’t like. They can protest by supporting a fringe candidate or not voting, but that only strengthens the weight of everyone else’s vote since it’s completely hopeless that any other candidate might win. Big government in the U.S. has become so

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bloated that the idea of an unhinged self-made billionaire running against the establishment should be inspiring. It’s just too bad that Donald Trump is a creepy bigot who thinks prosperity comes from protectionism. They both accuse the other person of having corrupt ulterior motives. Trump says Clinton is a puppet to the greedy one per cent who work on Wall Street, and Clinton says the Russian government is working for the Trump campaign because President Vladimir Putin is more threatened by her. Even though the U.S. presidential election seems like a farce, I’m beginning to think that everything’s under perfect control. Every election is framed like it’s the most important one in generations, but very few people’s day-to-day lives seem to get affected. Life just keeps going on. After Barack Obama’s presidential win in 2008, I was convinced that the old boys club was over. And while he’s been a great president, his results are a little uninspiring compared to the rhetoric he shared as a candidate. Many of Obama’s political opponents who mired him in gridlock were probably serving the selfish interests of big banks, big pharma, oil companies and military lobbyists. Those same groups will probably have their way with the next president too. But even though the election is a dog-andpony show and corporate interests will go on to

have more influence than either candidate, it’s still fun to appreciate the entertainment value. By treating the election like reality television, Trump has made politics more engaging than ever before. His campaign has been much more entertaining than Clinton’s, but the hyperbole that he’s going to make America great again is hard to take seriously. It’s also been fun listening to Clinton play dumb after her history of corruption and questionable ethics came to light. She mishandled state secrets as part of a pay-for-access plot while she was Secretary of State, then said it was an honest mistake that she was using the wrong email server. Reminds me of when I was 12 and got caught throwing snowballs at cars with my friends. We avoided punishment by pretending like we didn’t know it was wrong. Of course we knew better, but we had enough wisdom to know that honesty wasn’t the path of least resistance. And I think that’s the logic Hillary Clinton is employing. Also, it’s unfortunate they lack the charisma of the incumbent. Even Obama’s wife is a better speaker than both candidates. The winner probably won’t solve any of the world’s problems, but at least we can count on them to make things worse in the Middle East by trying to make things better. Dan Walton Editor

Mr. Edwards is back Parrot helpers thankful for apples Dear editor: The residents of Sutherland and Alexander Court want to thank Marty Edwards for his singing performance in our courtyard. We are pleased he sur-

vived cancer and is able to perform again. We will heed his advice on check-ups for early detection and welcome his return to the music industry in our community. Lynne Bradly Peachland

Dear editor: We want to thank New Monaco for supplying apples for the past ten years for the Parrot Island Sanctuary. A decade ago, they bought a property up on the connector that was an orchard and still is. The orchard still produces, so New Monaco organization has allowed us to have as many apples as we want for the parrots every year. Volunteers pick them, store them at the sanctuary and feed the parrots with them every day. It’s a huge savings for us. Ray and Valerie Parkes Peachland

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NOVEMBER 4, 2016

OPINION

Why you need a representation agreement Dear editor: I am Margaret and married to a sweet man named Bob, who has dementia and is in a long-term care facility. I am into my 7th decade. I guess that puts me in the ‘Elder’ category. If elder equates to wisdom, I was naïve to the abuse that turned my life upside down. Everything spiraled into an emotional and bureaucratic Hell on August 5th, 2016, our 27th wedding anniversary and one week before Bob’s 80th birthday. Bob’s symptoms of dementia began about three years ago. On July 1st, I faced the reality I couldn’t provide for his care. He was admitted to a Care Facility. I was regretting the bitter-sweet emotion this year’s anniversary was going to bring. I was so sad that the man I loved was still a body I could hold; but whose mind often eluded me. With celebratory balloons in hand, I stepped into his room – to complete emptiness! Everything was gone! Apparently, he was removed the previous evening by two daughters from his first marriage and taken from Kelowna to New Brunswick. A Representation Agreement present-

ed by the daughters and signed by them and Bob two years previously, gave them the legal authority for his health decisions under section 9 of the agreement. Staff could no longer give me any information pertaining to Bob. They could not have even warned me of what was about to happen so that I could kiss him goodbye! Would I ever even see him again? If he were admitted to hospital, no one would call me! How can this be?” “Don’t I, the wife of 27 years, have some rights!” I felt like screaming in frustration. I felt that everyone was colluding against me. Three years ago my husband started a slow journey into dementia. His three adult daughters from his previous marriages realized this. He didn’t always remember what he had said or done. They realized they could persuade him to sign legal documents without his fully knowing the implication. They had a Power of Attorney and a Representation Agreement drawn up and executed in May of 2014, without my knowledge. This gave them control over his financial and health decisions (Section 9 Representation Agreement). I submitted an application for a Commit-

tee Ship that would override any previous be called should his death be imminent! documents. This application went before a How can this be about what is in his best judge on August 22, 2016. The judge noted interests? Your Representation Agreement should that the daughters’ actions seemed rather “high-handed” and ordered that my hus- reflect your wishes while you are of sound band be returned to the Care Facility by mind. September 3, 2016. He withheld a decision Margaret Wells on my application, giving the daughters Peachland an adjournment with no time limit to file their own application for Committee Ship. They have not done so which leaves everything in limbo The Rotary Foundationwith no time constraints for them to 100 Years of Doing Good take action. in the World Since going into the care home Bob has fallen four times. Each time staff notified his daughter in New Brunswick, but not me. I live 15 minutes from the facility – she lives 5,000 kilometers away. On Saturday, October 8th he broke his hip. I was MLA Dan Ashton or staff will be not notified until Sunday, after permission for his surgery was provided available at the Chamber of Commerce by his daughter. It breaks my heart office Thursday afternoons. that he was alone and in pain. I have exhausted my savings in For appointments call 1 866 487 4402 legal fees and still do not have the right to supervise my husband’s care. I will not even be the first to

War Amps remind youngsters importance of Remembrance Dear Editor, I am proud to be part of Operation Legacy, in which members and graduates of The War Amps Child Amputee Program (CHAMP) pass on the Remembrance message to the younger generation. As Remembrance Day is fast approaching, I would like to pay special tribute to all men and women who have served in Canada’s military, and especially those who lost a limb or limbs in war. I was born as a left arm, below the elbow amputee, and have learned to overcome this challenge thanks to programs put in place by amputee veterans of The War Amps. I am thankful for war amputee veterans, as without them and the sacrifices they made for us, the War Amps would not exist as it does today. The War Amps has greatly impacted who I am and holds a very special place in my heart. Without their endless support, I would not be as comfortable with my amputation, nor as confident about who I am as a person. I will always greatly appreciate the way war amputees united amputees after the war and came together to create my wonderful War Amps family. On Remembrance Day, please take a moment to remember those who have and continue to serve. We commemorate their lives and share their stories so that their sacrifices will never be forgotten. Sincerely, Kendra Blakely, 20 Revelstoke

Don’t hate on wood stoves Dear Editor re: The second letter written by Deb Schramm regarding residents of Peachland burning fires in their wood stoves or outside. I find it interesting that this couple moved into our community knowing fully well that residents have fires for warmth and comfort in the cooler weather, but they purchased anyway and now that they’re here they want everybody to change to conform to her dislike of fires and smoke. Well my wife and I also purchased and moved here for the reason that we enjoy having fires and we love the warmth and comfort that we get from them especially when it’s getting colder, it’s one of life’s great pleasures that eases the burden of cold weather. The truth is people have been having

fires in their stoves and outside long before any of us came to this town. It’s a way of Canadian life and I thoroughly enjoyed it and I do not intend to stop doing it. I live on Elhlers Road and I will be having as many fires as my heart desires and if this couple doesn’t like it they should pack up and move somewhere where they won’t have to deal with this, like they should have when they moved here. When I am outside and I smell that beautiful aroma of a wood fire it makes me feel great to be in the mountains, so Deb Schramm don’t waste the bylaw officers time. It’s not against the law and I’m tired of reading your letters chastising us who enjoy. Russ Burrell Peachland

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NOVEMBER 4, 2016

COMMUNITY

From the Mayor’s Desk – Scarecrows and Remembrance Day CINDY FORTIN

MAYOR OF PEACHLAND Hello everyone. I hope you had a wonderful summer and start to the fall. It’s hard to believe it is already November. I would like to give a hearty kudos to the Peachland Tourism Committee and all those people who organized the Scarecrow Festival, as well as everyone who participated – all the scarecrow-makers, volunteers, and the public. It was a fun idea and I, as did many people of all ages, enjoyed walking and driving around our community to get a glimpse of all of them. I would be remiss to not thank Eldon and Donna Kerbes and Berkley Stuart for their scarecrow replica of me, as mayor, complete with a chain of office. I was duly impressed.

n another note, just a reminder that Remembrance Day services are coming up. They will take place next Friday, November 11th at the Community Centre, starting at 10:20 am.

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MAYOR CINDY FORTIN could be seen in scarecrow

form outside of the Peachland Community Centre. during the Scarecrow Festival..

The turnout is always very strong, and despite all the available chairs being set up, late arrivers may find standing room only. So please come early if you’d like to get a seat, and be aware of those who need a chair, due to mobility or health issues. There is usually a simultaneous service outdoors at the cenotaph for those who prefer to pay their respects at the outdoor location. The services used to be held there for many years, but it

RCMP release video surveillance footage which shows two suspects involved in the apparent theft of a wheelchair Wednesday afternoon. Investigators have obtained video surveillance footage, which shows the first suspect male entering the east entrance of the West Kelowna Walmart in a wheelchair. The male suspect leaves his wheel chair at the east entrance and climbs onto a motorized shopping cart accompanied by a second male suspect. Sometime later both suspects are then observed at the west entrance/exit of the store when the second suspect retrieves the victims wheelchair, assists the first suspect into the victims wheelchair and then pushes the first suspect out of the stores east exit. “In reviewing the video surveillance footage, it appears as though the suspect knowingly left the store in someone else’s mobility aid device, while leaving his own behind,” says Cpl. Jesse O’Donaghey. “Of course, there is a possibility that the suspect was confused and mistook the victim’s mobility aid device for his own.” The investigation is ongoing and police are interested in speaking with the unknown man, seen wearing the black and white checkered sweater, who awaited the use of the motorized shopping cart left behind by the suspects. Suspect 1 is described as: Male, possibly First Nations; long dark brown or black hair; wearing a plaid jacket, black toque, blue jeans and brown footwear; Suspect 2 is described as: Male, possibly First Nations;

Best regards, Mayor Cindy Fortin

The District of Peachland invites you to attend a Development Cost The District of Peachland to House attend a Chargeinvites (DCC)you Open

RCMP looking for wheelchair thieves KELOWNA RCMP

became too difficult to accommodate the large crowd in attendance and there was concern about the chilly weather for our aging veterans and citizens of poor health. Following the service, the Peachland Legion Branch #69 has extended an invitation to the public to join them at the Legion for light refreshments. The legion is located on 2nd Street. A special thank you to those at the Legion who organize, and participate in, Remembrance Day services each year, and host the public reception afterwards. You are a valued part of our community. And lastly, I would like to thank everyone for their many emails, texts, and phone calls regarding the flowers at the Ashlee Hyatt bench. I agree with those who found this went on far too long. Unfortunately, I was suddenly called away regarding a serious family emergency, which did extend the final decision another two weeks. I am grateful that this has now been settled by a recent Council vote of 4-3 in favour, and hope that this will allow Ashlee’s mother, sister and friends some peace. This was never meant to be a shrine to grieve, but rather a beautiful place to celebrate a young woman whose life was cut short in a very sudden and tragic way. Thank you to everyone for their patience and understanding. I truly believe that people come first and we must not forget the human-side of our decisions. Keep warm everyone, and don’t forget if you’d like to meet with me, please give me a call at 250.212.9416, or email: mayorfortin.peachland@gmail.com. You can also drop by the semi-monthly Mayor/Public coffee open house from 9 am to 10 am at the Blue Rooster. This takes place on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, unless there is a rare scheduling conflict.

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long dark brown or black hair; full goatee; wearing a tan/beige coloured coat with a hood, a black shirt, light blue jeans and white shoes; Anyone with any information is asked to contact the West Kelowna RCMP at 250-7682880. Remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net or by texting your tip to CRIMES (274637) ktown.

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Peachland Municipal Council Chambers – at the Peachland Community Centre, 4450 - 6th Street, Peachland, BC. November 15th, 2016 Development Community: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm General Public: 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm (Open House, dropin format)

The District of Peachland is updating its Development Cost Charges (DCCs). Development Cost Charges are generally paid at subdivision for single detached lots or at building permit for new commercial, industrial, institutional, or multiple unit residential buildings. DCCs pay for Roads, Sewer, Water, and Parks infrastructure required to service future growth. The Charges were last updated in 2008, and projects and costs have changed since then. These proposed changes are important to maintain the financial sustainability of the District of Peachland. You can find additional information about the proposed changes on the District website at www.peachland.ca Please come to the Open house: •

See the proposed revisions to the Development Cost Charges;

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See the list of Roads, Sewer, Water, and Parks projects that service future growth;

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Gain a better understanding of who pays and when they pay;

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See how the proposed charges compare to neighbouring communities.

Members of the land development and construction community are welcome to drop by any time between 3:30pm and 5:30pm and we can answer your detailed questions. Members of the general public are welcome to drop by any time between 5:30pm and 7:00pm. We look forward to discussing the DCC projects and updated charges with you.

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suspect #2 on the left and suspect #1 riding a motorized shopping cart on the right.

Any further questions? Please contact: Doug Pryde, Director of Finance Phone: (250) 767-2647 Email: dpryde@peachland.ca

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NOVEMBER 4, 2016

COMMUNITY

Peachland Community Art Council shares an overview of events CHRIS BYRD EDITOR

December’s exhibition (November 5 to December 23) will be complemented with a Christmas Artisan’s Market. In the centre of the Gallery, high quality handcrafted pottery, ornaments, jewelry, unique fine art pieces, textile art, woodwork, sculptures and Christmas décor items will be for sale to make the season sparkle! Calls for artisans are still open. Send your proposals including inventory amounts, price point, and images of your product c/o Janet to gallerycoordinator@peachlandarts.ca. The cut-off date is November 16th. In the prior weeks, Janet chaired a committee planning next year’s calendar of Gallery exhibitions adding to this year’s successes – Form & Fibre (The Fabricators), Captured Images, OASIS, and ”Where I Come From”. There will be more sharing of group exhibitions in the coming year for greater exposure of quality Okanagan artists and there’ll be a very full, more eclectic and exciting calendar for 2017 as the Peachland Art Gallery slowly finesses itself into the refined gallery it aims to become. A fascinating evening was had last Friday as part of the Peachland Art Gallery Lecture Series when Calgary author Anne Gafiuk presented her book She Made Them Family based upon a World War 2 scrapbook assembled by Alice Spackman in Okotoks Alberta. The scrapbook featured the airmen training in DeWinton and nearby airbases before going overseas. Clearly, both the Spackman and Smith families are indelibly engraved into Peachland’s history. Photos and a more detailed account of the evening are available on both our website and Gallery Facebook page. The book itself can be ordered from the Gallery’s main desk.

PAUL GRAYDON

AUTHOR ANNE GAFIUK shared a presentation on her book She

Made Them Family at the Peachland Art Gallery on Oct. 28.

Lumber mix-up In a letter to the editor last week, Gene Zaporzan wrote in to clarify that lumber donated to the Wellness Centre did not come from the Gorman Bros, who were credited with the donation in a previous letter. However, the word ‘not’ was mistakenly omitted from her submission and may have misled some readers.

Coming up on Saturday, November 19th at 4:30 pm is another concert in the Jazz and Dinner series at the Peachland Art Gallery. The Bjorn Kriel Jazz Trio will provide entertainment followed by dinner at 6 p.m. at the Blind Angler Restaurant in Peachland. Bjorn Kriel will play electric piano, Alex Argatoff bass, and Jason Martin drums. The tickets at $25 each including the dinner will be available for pickup at the Gallery on Wednesday. These jazz dinners are highly popular and liaison with the Mount Boucherie musicians has become an annual highlight. The Okanagan Potters Association (OKPA) Annual Show & Sale is on hand from Saturday November 12 to 13. From whimsical to stylish, classical to functional, you’ll find something just right for Christmas created by some of the best potters and artisans of the Okanagan, Thompson and Shuswap. Located at the Mission Community Hall on Lakeshore Road, admission and parking are free.

rom whimsical to stylish, classical to functional, you’ll find something just right for Christmas created by some of the best potters and artisans of the Okanagan, Thompson and Shuswap.

Two current exhibitions at the Penticton Art Gallery may be of interest to you. One is Wilf Perrealut’s Ruelle d’Amour – A Journey of Love. His exhibition features a singular work of art, five feet high and 150 feet wide, forming a wrap-around panorama in tribute to his late wife, Sandi and inspired by the oval rooms which display Claude Monet’s “Water Lilies” at the Musée de l’Orangerie in Paris. It features significant sites from the couple’s life in Saskatchewan, including alleys where they grew up, vacationed and raised their family together. The exhibition also features Jan Nowina-Zarzycki and Rob King’s documentary film The Alley Man, an intimate portrait of Perreault’s extensive work, his popularity with all who look upon it, and the artist’s deep and always humble view of his talent and constantly evolving legacy. The deadline for the Penticton Art Gallery’s Under 500 Sale is this Friday, November 4th. Submission forms can be downloaded from their website at pentictonartgallery.com. Artists working in all media can submit up to three works priced at $500 or less, framed and ready for sale. The exhibi-

tion runs November 18 to December 24. On Thursday November 10 and Saturday 12 you’ll be able to take home a homemade soup bowl at the Penticton Art Gallery Soup Bowls fundraising event. Sample a selection of soups prepared by local restaurants and vote for your favorite soup of the evening. Tickets are available from the Gallery. Penticton’s Tumbleweed Gallery has a Call for Submissions out to artists of interest. Established in 1996, Tumbleweed Gallery is an artist-run collective providing a strong and active voice within the Okanagan Arts community. Together their members strive to promote and nurture the growth of contemporary art in B.C.. Established artists working in two-dimensional formats are invited to submit their expression of interest to tumbleweedartists@gmail.com. Your submission package can be your website link containing: samples of your current work, a CV, Biography and Artist Statement. The curtain will rise on Death by Design at Penticton’s Many Hats Theatre next Thursday, Nov. 10 and every Thursday to Saturday at 8 p.m. with a matinee on Sundays at 2 p.m. until Dec 3. The play is a hybrid of Noel Coward and Agatha Christie, of English wit and whodunit mystery blended with a mixed cast of politician, actor, writer, dancer, traditional ingénue, and a lowly but astute and feisty Irish maid. As always you can be sure of two hours of delightful entertainment. A New Zealand film The Dark Horse (not to be confused with the documentary Dark Horse seen earlier last month) is this Wednesday’s Kelowna Film Society film at the Orchard Plaza Cinema (4 and 7 p.m.). The film is based on the true story of Genesis ‘Gen’ Potin, a Maori speed-chess champion seeking redemption and a new purpose in life despite his struggles with bipolar disorder. Gen is brilliant and charismatic, bringing unusual, potent energy to a game most often played with quiet reserve. This is clearly a one of a kind film not to be missed. Viva Cuba, will be the last of the Cuban Spanish films to be presented free by UBCO at the Okanagan College Campus Lecture Theatre this Wednesday, November 2 at 7 p.m. Parking on campus is also free. Viva Cuba reveals the ups and downs of life where even in a socialist country it is difficult to overcome a family’s social standing. OK, to those guys still wearing shorts! Stop, please! Enough in-your-face-to-winter stuff huh? Makes us shiver! See y’all in two weeks!

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Peachland’s livability has been put on a pedestal. To those outside of the Okanagan, Peachland district is a hidden gem, and for those with an interest in hiking or real estate often miss out. But not anymore – the best trails and properties are being showcased on a new website has been launched. “Peachland is really not on the radar for people to come live here,” said realtor Corey O’Neil. “We need to get Peachland on the map, and that’s why I built peachlandisparadise.com.” Peachland is a community where others come to vacation, and when O’Neil discovered how attainable homeownership is, he designed a website to work as a tool for anybody thinking about building, buying, selling or renovating. However, it goes far beyond realty and paints a holistic picture of Peachland. There’s a detailed overview of the most popular trails; it serves as a network and directory of local business; there’s a catalogue of alluring pictures and videos; and everybody who visits the site is encouraged to interact by posting a cheers in the ‘Local Love’ section. “We should be a premier option for homebuyers because we are the most beautiful place to live in the Okanagan, in my opinion, with the views, property value, location – and there are more lots available in Peachland than anywhere else in the valley.” It’s not enough to just have an ideal location however, O’Neil wants to promote green living in Peachland. He’s partnered with professional builder Ryan Bray, who makes sure the projects are done right, on time and on budget. “Ryan has all of his tickets so if the electrician or plumber or framers don’t show up, he’s there to get in and get the job done,” O’Neil said. “So we’re able to maintain our construction sched-

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REALTOR COREY O’NEIL believes Peachland is the perfect place to live, and he teamed up with professional builder Ryan Bray to offer quality homes at competitive prices.

ule because we have a gentleman on board who knows how to do everything.” They’re able to price new homes around $160 per square foot, compared to some builders who charge over $200 per square foot, he said, and there’s no extra quality with the higher price. They own their own equipment to minimize overhead costs and they shape any lumber they need at their shop in Peachland. “We can do all the mill work in our shop; design cool cabinets, fireplace or a bar – if you want to build any of those things, Ryan is amazing at doing that.” The building designs they proudly promote are all shared online at greenstarhomes.ca. “Instead of wondering how the builder is go-

ing to build your home, I detail exactly how it’s going to be built,” he said. “Even though we’re disclosing our trade secrets, it’s more important that people understand we’re going to build a very high quality home and how we’re going to build it, so when they go to another builder and ask, ‘are you doing these things,’ they can put them to task.” Many newer features in homes require complicated installation, and while many developers use high quality hardware in their designs, O’Neil said experts are required to install them. “The people involved in the construction are just as important as the brick and mortar,” he said.

illnesses can be contracted from contaminated food, soil or water, or spread by vectors such as ticks, mosquitoes, flies or fleas. It is important to practice good hygiene and to apply the “boil it, cook it, peel it or leave it!” rule to all meal decisions. This will help minimize the risk of contracting infections such as amebiasis, cholera, hepatitis A and many others. Using appropriate insect repellants, wearing protective clothing and sleeping under mosquito netting will reduce the risk of contracting mosquito or other vector-spread diseases such as malaria, yellow fever, and Lyme disease, just to name a few. Vaccines may provide additional protection, and their use should be discussed with your travel health professional. When travelling with medications, it is important to bring your medicines in their original, labelled containers. A list of your current medications should also accompany you with your travels. Also, a letter from your physician may help avoid complications at customs for any persons travelling with syringes and needles for insulin or heparin administration. If you are travelling with any narcotics or controlled substances, it is best to contact the consulate of the country you will be passing through or staying in before leaving Canada, to make sure the medical supplies you intend to bring are allowed into

the country. What is legal in Canada may not be permitted in another country, including some commonly used over-the-counter medicines. For example, it is prohibited to bring non-prescription pseudoephedrine or codeine-containing medications into Mexico. Furthermore, some destination may require proof of certain immunizations, such as yellow fever or meningococcal vaccines. Okanagan Pharmacy Remedy’sRx provides certified travel health services and all necessary vaccinations. Call to make an appointment with pharmacists Orysya or Chelsea to review all your healthcare needs before your travel!

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November often marks the beginning of winter travel for many people. Whether travelling to a tropical destination or volunteering overseas, a pre-travel health assessment by a certified travel healthcare professional will ensure optimal health and enjoyment during the trip. The following considerations should be considered before any trip’s departure: travelling with a current medication list, evaluating destination-specific vaccination recommendations, taking preventative measures against various illnesses and conditions, and preparing a travel first aid kit. First aid kits can come in very handy during the travel, and may be purchased from camping stores, the Canadian Red Cross or St. John Ambulance, or many pharmacies. You may want to add medications and other products found in a pharmacy to you kit, such as: pain relievers, anti-nauseants, anti-diarrheals, antacids for heartburn, antihistamines for minor allergic reactions, corticosteroid cream for various skin conditions, antiseptic and antibiotic cream for minor cuts, antifungal creams, laxatives, oral rehydration salts, decongestants, contraception, insect repellants, and sunscreens. Depending on the travel destination, serious

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Elementary School didn’t have to wait until night time before suiting up in their costumes on Halloween. First thing in the morning they had a costume parade and then assembled in the gym for a group shot during afternoon recess. Left, guitarist Gary Holt of Slayer delivered a heavy dose of death metal to the crowd at the South Okanagan Events Centre on Oct. 19. DAN WALTON PHOTOS

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Winter is fast approaching and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for a few reminders about what to expect in these next few months. Please drive defensively, use caution, and ensure your vehicle is equipped with good winter tires and/or chains. SNOWPLOWING AND SANDING Snow conditions (heavy/wet or light/fluffy) affect plowing and sanding time. Operators strive to get the roads in safe drivable condition as soon as they can. The District has a night shift crew on call and provides 24/7 plowing and sanding as conditions warrant. The school bus routes are done first, then the steepest roads and collector roads. Side streets, flat roads and cul-de-sacs are done last, unless they form part of completing a route in the most efficient, cost effective and time-saving way. Equipment breakdowns are unavoidable and unscheduled and may create frustrating delays in plowing and/or sanding. Snow plowing and sanding may also be delayed by vehicles disabled in deep snow, vehicles parked on the road allowance, severe weather, whiteout conditions, equipment rendered inadequate by the depths of the snow or drifts, refuelling the trucks, refilling of sand, installing chains or new blades, and unforeseen emergencies. DRIVEWAYS Plowing snow into driveways is unavoidable. Remember when shovelling your driveway to always pile the snow on the left side of the driveway (facing the property) or on the right side (facing the road). Then, when the plow goes by, your shovelled pile will not be dragged back across the driveway entrance. Do NOT push the snow from your driveway onto the roadway. SIDEWALKS AND WALKWAYS Property Owners are required to remove snow and ice from sidewalks or footpaths bordering their property (including vacant properties). Please ensure the sidewalk fronting your property is free of snow and ice. If the property owner fails to clear the sidewalk, the bylaw enforcement officer has the authority to remove the snow at the property ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expense. Municipal staff remove snow from sidewalks adjacent to civic buildings, selected parks and pedestrian accesses. PLAN AHEAD If you are unable to clear your sidewalk due to absence, injury or illness, coordinate with neighbours, friends, family, contractors or community volunteers to do it for you. The Peachland Wellness Center (250-767-0141) maintains a list of contractors who provide snow clearing services. If you wish to report a sidewalk area not cleared, or have a snow removal concern, please call the Public Works Office at 250-767-2108.

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Containing communism and convicts

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Even though Canadian soldiers didn’t need to take up arms in the 1960s while Art Ohman from Osoyoos was serving in the army, he still spent his career keeping law and order in check. Ohman’s military tenure happened during peacetime, but the ideological rivalry between capitalism and communism brought tension between global superpowers to new heights. As a member of NATO, Canada is committed to enter into war if one of its allies is attacked. In 1962, when ballistic missiles were deployed to Cuba by the Soviet Union, it looked like the line in the sand might get crossed – and that put Ohman and so many others on standby for a full-scale war. “After we did a parachute drop north of Edmonton we returned to barracks and found out we were all grounded to the base and couldn’t leave,” he said. “We were to prepare for a war with Cuba. They had us getting all of our equipment. And this time it wasn’t blanks. It was live ammunition and shells.” The crisis ended diplomatically, but for 13 days before its resolution, nobody knew how the negotiations would turn out. “You’re sitting there and you don’t know if a major weapon is going to be used with a nuclear end to it. It was scary,” he said. “But in any event, the President of the U.S., John F. Kennedy, forced them back. He put it in very strong terms – arm an island this close to the U.S. and there’s going to be some hardship suffered by the perpetrator.” A sense of anxiety was constant at the base, but aside from a few apprehensive comrades, he said the soldiers were all well trained and ready to go. Even though the crisis was centred around Cuba, Ohman was given no indication as to where he might be deployed. “Even officers didn’t know where it would have be fought. It was highly secretive.” Ohman entered the army when he was 18 and was raised to have a disciplined mind. That helped him to get promoted constantly over six years of service. “Whatever I do I put a lot of effort into it, and they recognized that,” he said. His new role allowed him to travel all around Canada and the U.S. and he was eventually offered the position of Staff Sargent, but that required a relocation to Germany, which was still divided by the Iron Curtain. He said a sparse economy and the Berlin Wall, which people were shot trying to cross, result-

ed in him not having any desire to live in Germany. Before joining the army in 1960, Ohman grew up in Nova Scotia in a community where the most common career options weren’t very exciting. “I was destined for the coal mines or steel plants and my father told me not to do that,” he said. “I decided to join the army, so my first stop was a recruit station in Sydney. I passed the exam and was sent to Halifax by train and spent about three or four months there training.” After basic training, Ohman was sent by train to barracks in Calgary, but that base had filled up, so he was relocated to Edmonton. Ohman enlisted in hopes of becoming part of a parachute division. He accomplished that goal when he was recruited by the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, which was Canada’s only airborne unit. “The Patricians were the only group that dealt with severe areas – we trained in the Everglades in Florida and the cold weather in Alaska – exposing us to opposite ends of the spectrum.” While training in Fairbanks, Alaska, Ohman said Russian territory was so close it was visible from U.S. soil. But even though the Cold War was well underway, there was no provocative behaviour from that region. “That’s a major part of my background, jumping out of airplanes – but the real work I got involved in was in prisons,” he said. His military service carried over as valuable experience, but working in prisons brought about different kinds of hostility. He spent 32 years in corrections, served as warden in five prisons and was eventually promoted to the Solicitor General’s department. All the prisons he ran were very large, he said, and the conditions were “absolutely deplorable” when he took over. One facility in Fort Saskatchewan was nicknamed ‘the sift,’ because it was so full of holes that breakouts from prisoners were frequent. “We put an end to that and we built a beautiful prison,” he said. “If you can call prisons beautiful.” But before Ohman’s advocacy beefed up the prisons in Alberta and breakouts were common, the escapees would almost always get caught, he said. Nonetheless, they sometimes harmed the community while on the lamb. “It’s not a great institution if people are escaping from time to time and robbing people and taking them hostage in order to

get away,” he said. “I needed to put an end to that.” Ohman said that he consulted with the various ministers involved with public safety. “Alberta was very rich at the time. With oil and gas, people were making high wages and the dollars flowed pretty good towards prisons,” he said. “The government recognized it would be good investment. Otherwise you’re dealing with people escaping all the time.” In dealing with less severe incidents, prisoners sometimes demonstrated a lack of discipline, but he said it wasn’t difficult to straighten them out. “They get the message very quickly – if they don’t adhere to the prison regulations, then they’re going to be placed in segregation. They don’t like that.” Ohman didn’t rule over prisoners with an iron fist. “Our attitude was to ensure inmates gained something while they were there,” he said. “We don’t want to see an inmate locked up all the time because that’s going to cause worse problems.” Under his thumb, the facilities launched prisoner educational programs “Vocational welding, carpentry, electricity and all those kinds off things. They were there to learn and change their behaviour.” Ohman retired in 2001 and founded a correctional consulting company afterwards and said he managed to save the province $20 million in corrections spending. “There was room to save money because when we started, we got rid of the old fashioned prisons that were not modern in any stretch of the word, let me tell you,” he said. “We wanted better institutions, surveillance and

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ARRAY OF AUTHORITY

– After beginning his career with the army, Art Ohman transitioned into the field of corrections.

training.” He said he’s “absolutely happy” Oliver was chosen to house the new Okanagan Corrections Centre, as it’s an expensive piece of real estate that the province needed. Ohman said he hopes the residents of Oliver and the surrounding area should embrace the new correctional facility with open arms and recognize

the incredible economic benefits that will come with the facility. Some neighbours aren’t pleased to have a prison nearby, Ohman said, but “It’s there, it’s not coming down.” And the new prison is in good hands, he said. Warden Steve DiCastri “seems like a reasonable guy who’ll correct any problems,” he said.

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Through our programs and services, the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs aim to support the fulfillment of potentials and meet the needs of children and youth in our communities. Across our 41 service locations throughout the Valley, we have over 1200 children, youth, and families come through our doors each day! To ensure that we are helping children and youth develop into healthy, active, successful participants in society, we recognize that one of the best ways to do this is to partner with other groups who seek to invest in our vision and mission either through donations, fundraising, volunteering, or partnerships. Here in Peachland we have been extremely fortunate to be able to connect with so many groups that have been great supporters of the work that we do. From donations of paper and craft supplies from local community members to large fundraising events, staff and children from the Peachland Boys and Girls Club are very appreciative of every contribution received. Support from the Peachland Lions has allowed us to have a bouncy castle at our Easter Egg Hunts and donations of craft supplies have resulted in amazing art projects by our Club kids. Partnerships with the Peachland Recreation Department, Community Arts Council, and Wellness Centre allow us to offer innovative and exciting opportunities to the

children and youth. We have also been extremely fortunate to have the support of many businesses and service groups in the community such as Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty, Beach Ride Rental Company, and IGA to name just a few. It is thanks in part to our relationships with community partners and supporters that we are able to provide a safe, supportive place for young people to belong in Peachland and throughout the Okanagan. To recognize the value of shared commitments and working together, the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs will be celebrating ‘Giving Tuesday’ on November 29th, a day where charities, companies and individuals join together to rally for a variety of causes and think about others. Here at the Peachland Club our Preschool, After School, and Recreation programs will be recognizing the day with our children by running activities around belonging, sharing, caring, and kindness. Thank you for giving our kids a great future! For information on any of our programs we can be reached by phone (250-767-2515), email (peachland@boysandgirlsclubs.ca), or on Facebook at Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs Peachland. Activity calendars are available on Facebook or can be picked up from the Club where you can stop in anytime for a tour of our Centre and meet our great staff!

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CROSSWORD CLUES ACROSS 1. Famed Spanish General’s nickname 5. Drink alcohol 11. Savings for soggy days 14. Kleenex, Puffs are some 15. Moved in a circular way 18. Pile of stones 19. Drenched 21. Talk to you (abbr.) 23. World’s longest river 24. Thoughts 28. Stake 29. Lawrence Taylor’s nickname 30. Coat or smear 32. Comedian Josh 33. Cost, insurance, freight (abbr.) 35. Royal Bank of Canada 36. Polyvinyl chloride 39. Lifeless 41. Doctor of Medicine 42. Former Saudi Arabian king 44. River along border of India and Nepal 46. German widow 47. Administrative review board 49. Small tower 52. Central American fruit 56. Cigar 58. Bring to life 60. Linked together in a chain 62. Marinara, BBQ are two 63. Mail CLUES DOWN 1. Expression of creative skill 2. Nonclerical 3. Credit card company 4. Ancient Chinese city 5. Personas 6. More (Spanish) 7. Close to 8. Nigerian City 9. Pals 10. Internal 12. Type of tent 13. Beloved Princess 16. Supplementing with difficulty 17. Region in Mississippi 20. Brave act 22. 36 inches 25. -__, denotes past 26. Swiss river 27. Submersibles 29. Portable computer screen material 31. Binary-coded decimal

HOROSCOPE ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, it is not possible to postpone the inevitable this week. It is better to get right into action and tackle anything that comes your way promptly. Resisit the urge to procrastinate. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Do your best to keep handling some pressure in your professional life, Taurus. You may be in for a few more days of scrutiny, but your performance will be appreciated. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, when working with a group, understand that everyone is in it together and that there is no reason to try to trump another person’s victory. Everyone will share the glory. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Expect to be harARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you will soon learn that any obstacle can be overcome if you set your mind to it. While a certain task may seem daunting right now, you won’t allow it to intimidate you. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Others are paying attention to you even if they seem distracted, Taurus. Embrace the scrutiny and do your best to reciprocate any special attention coming your way. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, make an effort to be there for a loved one this week. You have a unique ability to listen and support others, and your loved one will not take your efforts for granted.

34. Supervises flying 36. Represents dull, abrupt sound 37. Deformity involving a limb 38. Map 40. Dominican Republic 43. Breed of hogs

45. District attorney 48. Light Russian pancake 50. Selfs 51. Rock songstress Turner 53. American Music Awards 54. Partner

55. Egyptian Sun god 57. European money 58. Consumed 59. Doctor of Education 61. Actinium

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CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, if your energy and attention span is a bit scattered this week, take steps to ensure all of your responsibilities are taken care of. A respite is on the horizon. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, by observing others you can learn how they operate and make the most of your chances to work with them. Apply a similar approach to your personal relationships. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Try to tackle a financial project this week, Virgo. Select something relatively easy to begin with, and then go from there if you find yourself in a financial groove. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 It’s time to get the creative juices flowing, Libra. Tackle a project around the house, like painting or rearranging a room. Look for a new creative hobby as well. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you have a lot of energy and a need to strive toward perfection in all that you do. Those traits will prove valuable around the office this week. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Keep trying to convince someone that your ideas are credible, Sagittarius. With a little more persuasion, you may win this person over and he or she will become a big supporter.

ANSWERS

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, even if you don’t want to go along with what the group is doing this week, you just may have to concede that what is best for the group trumps your personal preference. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, financial issues may be keeping you on your toes, but it’s nothing you can’t handle if you stick to your plan. You may want to do some tinkering, however. LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE

HERE’S HOW IT Works - Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, continue to bring the right people into your inner circle. One person in particular has your eye and might be just what you need.

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November 4, 2016

OPINION

COMMUNITY

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THE PEACHLAND ART GALLERY PROUDLY PRESENTS ”ARTISTS OF THE OKANAGAN” EXHIBITION Artworks in various mediums on display. November 5th to December 23rd. Tuesday to Saturday 9-4pm. Sunday’s 10-4pm.

5672 Beach Avenue, Peachland 250-767-9133 Call for Info

ANNUAL ANGEL BAZAAR Saturday November 5th 9:30am - 2:00pm Peachland Community Centre. Come for fun, Stay for lunch

Office open Mon - Fri, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Thursday, 6:45 p.m. O Every Doors open at 5:30 p.m. G N

COMING EVENTS

ARTISAN MARKET Saturday November 5th 10:00am-3:00pm Peachland Visitor Centre

Lotto License #103899 - 19 years or older Membership not required

FREE CPR INSTRUCTION Wednesday November 9th 1:00pm-4:30pm Little Schoolhouse. To register call Shirley at 250-767-2716

COMING ACTIVITIES Potluck Fri, Nov 25, 6 pm Christmas potluck, Entertainment: Grant Fri,Dec 9, 6 pm Stone, Comboy story teller Entertainment: Melita Ree and poet.

ST.GEORGE’S ANGLICAN CHURCH BAZAAR Saturday November 19th 9:00am -1:00pm. Fun for the whole family!

FREE WILLS AND ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR Tuesday November 22nd 1:00pm. Little Schoolhouse. To register call Shirley at 250-767-2716

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

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR Saturday November 26th 9am-3:00pm Community Centre 4450 6th Street. Hosted by the Peachland Wellness Centre.

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

For events or changes please contact admin@peachlandview.com

WEEKLY EVENTS MONDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am -8 pm, community centre

VINYASA YOGA FLOW 6-7 pm, community centre

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DROPIN & OPEN GYM (ages

6-8 pm, 4th St Place

YOUTH BOXING CLUB

9-12) 3-8 pm, Pick up available at Peachland Elementary School.

8 am, 50+ Activity Centre

WOODCARVING 7 pm,

ZUMBA 5:15-6:15 pm,

INDOOR WALKING 8-9

TUESDAYS

YOGA (RESTORATIVE)

am, community centre

50+ Activity Centre

FITNESS ROOM 8 am

PICKLEBALL (3.03.5) 9:05-11:05 am,

-8 pm, community centre

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY 9:30 am,

4th St Place

community centre

50+ Activity Centre

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place

VARIETY SINGERS 9:30

am, 50+ Activity Centre

LADIES MONDAY MORNING COFFEE

10 - noon, Peachland Wellness Centre.

INTRO TO FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 11:30am

- 12:30 pm, 4th Street Place

TAI CHI noon, 50+ Activity Centre

NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING 1 pm, 50+ Activity

Centre

PICKLEBALL 1-3 pm

(1.0-2.75), community centre

AFTERNOON BRIDGE 1:30 pm, 50+

FLOW YOGA 9-10 am, MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE 9:30 am, St.

Margaret’s Anglican Church

CARPET BOWLING 10

am, 50+ Activity Centre

COMPUTER LITERACY 10 - noon, Peach-

land Wellness Centre.

BABY FRIENDLY CAFÉ 11 - 12:30 pm,

every 2nd and last Tuesday, Peachland Wellness Centre.

CHAIR FITNESS 11-

11:45 am, 4th Street Place

AA 12-1 pm, 50+ Activity Centre PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 1-3pm, community centre

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 1 - 2:45 pm,

Activity Centre

Peachland Wellness Centre.

PICKLEBALL (3.03.5+) 3-5 pm, commu-

YOUTH DROP-IN

nity centre

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

community centre

3:30-8 pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+

community centre

PEACHLAND SPARKS AND BROWNIES 5:45-

7 pm, community centre

VOLLEYBALL 7-8 pm, community centre

WEDNESDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am -8 pm, community centre

INDOOR WALKING 8-9

am, community centre

PICKLEBALL (3.03.5+) 9:05-11:05 am,

community centre

SUNSHINE SINGERS 1:15 to 2:15 pm

Peachland Wellness Centre

PICKLEBALL (3.03.5+) 1-3 pm, commu-

nity centre

CHESS 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

AFTERNOON BRIDGE 1:30-3:30 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DINNER NIGHT (ages 9-12) 4 -7:30 pm,

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

community centre

WRITERS UNBLOCKED

Second Wednesday of the Month, 6:30 pm, Peachland Wellness Centre

CLOG DANCING 6–7

YOGA (BASIC BEGINNERS 8 am, 50+

pm 50+ Activity Centre

AEROBICS AND MORE

7 pm. 2nd week: 6th Ave. Police Station. 4th week: community centre. Dan 250-7679034

Activity Centre

9:15 am, 50+ Activity Centre

PINCUSHION HIKE AND YOGA 9:30 am. Call Dawn 250-878-6342

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place

WELLNESS CIRCLE 10

LIONS DEN MEETING

CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP 7 pm, Peachland Museum

THURSDAYS

am - 12 2nd & 4th Wednesday Peachland Wellness Centre.

FITNESS ROOM 8 am

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10-

YOGA (FOUNDATIONS) 8am, 50+

noon every 3rd Wednesday, Peachland Wellness Centre. duplicate bridge Lessons 12-1 pm, Play 1-4 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

-8 pm, community centre

Activity Centre

TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS 10 am, United

Church Hall Hosted By the Peachland Wellness Centre. No Beginners.

PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am - 3 pm

BINGO 6:45 pm (doors

VOLLEYBALL 10-11 am,

FRIDAYS

Bargin Bin.

community centre

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10 am-12 pm,

Peachland Wellness Centre. Runs every week

IRON & SILK 10:45 am, 50+ Activity Centre CHAIR FITNESS 1111:45 am, 4th Street Place MEET LOCAL ARTISTS/ ARTISANS 11–4 pm,

Peachland Little Schoolhouse. New artists featured every week.

ROTARY CLUB OF PEACHLAND 12-1:30

pm, Gasthaus Restaurant. Be a part of your community and join us for lunch. Everyone welcome.

AA 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre UKULELE (BEGINNER) 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 1-3 pm, community centre

MEAT DRAW 4-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

open 5:30 pm), 50+ Activity Centre

PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am - 3 pm Bargain Bin.

FITNESS ROOM 8 am -6 pm, community centre

ARTISAN MARKET 10 am - 3 pm 14 artisans and Wineries at the Peachland Visitors Centre.

INDOOR WALKING

MEAT DRAW 3-5 pm,

8-9 am, community centre

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

FLOW YOGA 9-10 am,

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS Drop In (ages

4th St. Place

BRIDGE CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs) 10 am-noon, community centre

6-12) 1 -4 pm Youth Zone (ages 13+) 4 - 8 pm

SUNDAYS

PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am - 3 pm Bargain Bin.

BREAKFAST 8-11 am, Peachland Wellness Centre.

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 10 - noon,

PEACHLAND UNITED SERVICE 10 am, Unit-

Peachland Wellness Centre.

THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10:30-11:30 am, 4th Street Place

YOGA (BEGINNERS)

10:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre

ed Church

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

Margaret’s Anglican Church

EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE

ART CLUB 12 pm, 50+

10 am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank

LADIES CRIB 1 - 2:45

PEACHLAND BAPTIST SERVICE 10:30 am

Activity Centre

pm, Peachland Wellness Centre.

PICKLEBALL (3.03.5+) 1-3 pm, com-

munity centre

service fellowship 11:30 am, 4204 Lake Ave.

UKULELE 1 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

TOTAL BODY BLAST 5:30-6:30 pm,

LEGO TIME 3-4 pm, Peachland Library. Open to all ages

MEAT DRAW 2-4 pm,

VINYASA YOGA FLOW 5:30-6:30 pm,

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DROP IN (ages 9-12) 4-8 pm,

PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday

community centre

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB HEALTHY TEENS (ages

SATURDAYS

PICKLEBALL (ALL PLAY) 6-8 pm, com-

am, 50+ Activity Centre

13+) 4 -7 pm,

munity centre

CARPET BOWLING 10

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

worship at 2 pm, Meeting at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

PEACHLAND VIEW

November 4, 2016

Peachland

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Castles to Cabins Housekeeping, cleaning, offices or yard work. Move ins and move outs, weekly, biweekly, monthly appointments. Experienced and reliable. Call Michelle 250-826-6285

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Service Installation, Maintenance. Residential, Commercial. Lic’d, Bonded Insured. Do it Right Make it Safe. Peachland 250-863-5180 PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES: Troyer Ventures Ltd. is a privately owned energy services company servicing Western Canada. All job opportunities include competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package and room for advancement. We are accepting applications at multiple branches for: Professional Drivers (Class 1, 3) and Swampers. Successful candidates will be self-motivated and eager to learn. Experience is preferred, but training is available. Valid safety tickets and current drivers abstract are required. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at: Troyer.ca

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GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

Peachland Liquor Store is looking for part time employees who are able to work nights and weekends. This position involves stocking, moderate lifting, customer service skills, working with a point of sale system, handling cash and light cleaning. Must have serving it right. Please apply in person at Peachland Centre Mall

Landscaping

A &W Now Hiring Full Time and Part Time Cook and Cashier $10.50 to start all shifts apply in restaurant with resume or at www.aw.ca Employment Opportunities MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-athome positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1855-768-3362 to start training for your workat-home career today!

Part Time Certified Educational Assistant or early childhood educator needed. Part time position within a home setting working with a six year old autistic boy. Monday to Friday 1 till 4 pm Days and times negotiable. Play philosophy needed. Call Conny on 250 808 3113 or email: conny.buler

TRAVEL

EDGING EMERALD CEDARS direct from Okanagan grower. Acclimatized for this area. SPECIAL 5’ tall 10/$200 We also have 6, 7, 8 & 9’ trees. Delivery available. Call George at Budget Nurseries 250-498-2189 georgedemelo@ mail.com. 35-3c

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We very much appriciate your donations. Unbreakables anytime in our dropbox. Breakables: Wednesday morning and Thursday - Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. NEW Winter stock now in! VOLUNTEERS WELCOME

RENTALS Bachelor

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JOIN OUR TEAM at Painted Boat Resort on the Sunshine Coast! We have positions available now with the Front Desk, Housekeeping and the Spa. Please contact Adam Paling at manager@ paintedboat.com with your resume and cover letter. www.paintedboat.com MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your workat-home career today! For Sale CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/ free-assessment Services

Alcoholics Anonymous Peachland Fellowship Meets Monday at 7 p.m. (closed meeting) and Friday at 8 p.m. (open meeting). Call 250-763-5555 for more info.

Buying coins and coin collections, paper money collections Todd’s Coins 1-250-864-3521 Gold Buyer 1-250-864-3521 Silver Buyer 1-250-864-3521 Buying silver coins, antique silver, sterling silver, silver bars. 1-250-864-3521

Intermediate Bookkeeper Required Full charge bookkeeper required for an accounting firm in Peachland. You have minimum 5 years’ working experience in bookkeeping and/or general accounting. You will need an intermediate level of experience working with Sage50, QuickBooks, and Excel. You should also have experience with month-end responsibilities including balance sheet reconciliations. Payroll processing experience is also necessary. You must have the ability to work on several conflicting deadlines simultaneously. This role requires someone who can work autonomously with limited supervision. You possess strong communication and organization skills. We need an enthusiastic person immediately who would like to work 30-35 hrs. per week. Please read the qualifications for this position carefully. The successful applicant will have to get up to speed quickly and therefore, we will only consider those who meet all the criteria listed above Email your cover letter, resume and wage expectancy to: Tammie@TMGBusinessServices.ca

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