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MP Stockwell Day, Mayor Keith Fielding and Peachland Chamber of Commerce president Rob Campbell (shown left to right) explore the attic of the primary school, where in summer months a large bat colony comes to roost. Photo Joanne Layh

Peachland Primary School project finds new funding opportunity By Joanne Layh Council this week voted in favour of applying for a Towns for Tomorrow grant, which could offer $400,000 or 80 per cent of the $600,000 needed to restore the primary school on Beach Avenue. If that weren’t enough, Peachland’s MP Stockwell Day offered to “go to bat” for Peachland in securing some federal funding for the project if the municipality is successful with the provincial funding opportunity. “I’ve offered to go to bat for things before, but this is the fi rst time I’ve meant it literally,” Minister Day said, referring to the bat colony that lives

in the attic of the primary school building. “It’s a great initiative,” Minister Day said during a visit he made to the school on Wednesday afternoon. The restoration project is estimated to cost $600,000 in addition to tenant improvements and any unforeseen things that might be encountered, chief administrative officer Elsie Lemke says. Recently, Community and Rural Development Minister Ben Stewart announced a new round of Towns for Tomorrow funding that would allow small communities to receive up to 80 per cent provincial funding, to a maximum contribu-

tion of $400,000, for approved infrastructure projects. The announcement was made at the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) convention in Whistler last month. “This is a golden opportunity for us, the one we’ve been looking for,” Mayor Keith Fielding said at the Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday. “In our strategic planning session, two of our priorities identified was to fi nd opportunities for programming for children and youth, another was to stimulate downtown revitalization. This project, the primary school, feeds into both of them. It’s a home for

the Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information Centre and one that they believe will help them to showcase Peachland and it will be a home for the Boys and Girls Club,” Mayor Fielding said. The infrastructure improvement funding is available to small communities with a population under 5,000, which would include Peachland. The timing works in the municipality’s favour, as after the next census, Peachland will no longer qualify for 80 per cent grant funding. District staff are hopeful that the provincial funding from the Towns for Tomorrow grant could be leveraged for

further federal and other funding. “Western Diversification has indicated they may reconsider our application under the Community Adjustment Fund submitted last year if we are successful in leveraging provincial funds from Towns for Tomorrow,” Chief administrative officer Elsie Lemkie said in her recommendation to council. The district won’t have to wait very long to fi nd out if the application is successful. “The 60-day turnaround fast-tracks applications so residents and communities can get going on their work sooner,” Community

and Rural Development Minister Ben Stewart said. This latest round of funding will open on October 15. The deadline for applications is January 14, 2011. The District of Peachland received a $244,678 grant from the Towns for Tomorrow program back in 2007 for the water metering program. An additional $396,000 was received in 2009 for the Turner Avenue sidewalk. As the sidewalk came in under budget, the remaining funds were allocated to sidewalk improvement works at the southern entrance to Peachland and repairing the Swim Bay wheelchair ramp.

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New Monaco developers announce public information meeting for October 26 By Joanne Layh New Monaco Enterprise Corp. will present early concepts for their proposed mixed-use development at a public information meeting scheduled to take place later this month. Citizens will be invited to discuss the concepts as well as the community’s interests and priorities in relation to the development. The New Monaco property is located on 125 acres of land at the northeast boundary of the District of Peachland. New Monaco Enterprise Corp. has not yet made a formal application to the District of Peachland. The developers intend to apply to

the district for an Area Structure Plan (ASP) later in the year. However, the terms of reference were approved by council in March of 2008. The terms of reference outline the district’s conditions and terms to complete an ASP and set policies for future zoning, servicing, access and subdivision of the lands. Pre-application work with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has been underway for some time. “There isn’t an access agreement at this time,” HB Lanarc planner Odete Pinho told the View. “It’s ongoing and it’s in progress. We’re in progress with meeting study requirements for looking at access. There’s several differ-

ent options. And also, it wouldn’t be just one access. There would be emergency fi re routes and there would be multiple accesses. Not off of Highway 97, but also to the west of the property. The studies and the work is still ongoing.” Representatives from the development presented a progress report to council in August of this year. There will be further detail offered at the upcoming public information session than what was presented to council this summer, but how much more is unclear. “Ranges and concepts will be presented. It’s the fi rst meeting with the community, so we’re aware that it’s just an introduction to the con-

cepts and some of the potential uses, as well as the objective for the development and what the scale of it would be, yes, but it will very much be still at a conceptual level,” Pinho said, adding, “It’s the very first meeting with the community so we’re very mindful of getting to know the citizens and making it open enough that there is nothing set in stone. It’s about having that conversation in that fi rst introduction.” The public information meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 26 in the banquet room in the Peachland Community Centre. There will be an open house from 1 to 7 p.m. with 10-minute presentations at 2 p.m., 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Beach Avenue speed limit reduced to 30 km throughout

Assistant Controller Required Finish your designation and start your career in Paradise! TNI The Network Inc., a thriving Peachland company in the heart of the Okanagan, has a position available for an Assistant Controller to assist with all aspects of financial management and day to day full cycle accounting. Candidates can also expect to gain experience in project analysis and selection as well as project accounting. The ideal applicant is a 4th year student in a designated accounting program or higher, organized, attentive to detail, and a self-starter. Supervisory experience is an asset. Experience with Simply Accounting and proficiency with Microsoft Excel is a must. An IT background is preferred. This position offers full benefits and pension plan. To apply for this posting and to join our high energy team, please send your resume by email to opportunities@ TNINetwork.com with the phrase “Assistant Controller” in the subject line. We thank all interested applicants, however, due to the volume of applications, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

By Joanne Layh If you thought that the fresh pavement laid on Beach Avenue last week would finally mean faster speeds on Beach Avenue after months of construction delays, you might be disappointed. That’s because this week council voted to reduce the speed limit to 30 km per hour from the Princeton Avenue intersection all the way to Buchanan Road. The speed reduction decision follows a report submitted by Urban Systems, which recommends a 30 km per hour limit throughout the walkway segment of Beach Avenue. With only six possible votes, council was split in their decision at the morning Committee of the Whole meeting. However, two reversals in opinion left only Councillor Bell opposed to the speed reduction at the evening council meeting. “I don’t agree with reducing the speed limit,” Councillor Bell said. “I think we might miss some potential shoppers. I think with the way the road has been engineered, it is just going to make the drivers slow down around the curve. As for pedestrians, they do have that walkway. It probably would have been more appropriate four years ago when there wasn’t a specific walkway.” However, the prevailing opinion was that a reduced speed would increase safety and correspond better with the leisurely nature of the beachside transportation corridor. “A 30 km per hour speed limit will set the tenor for the entire length of the lakefront,” Councillor Condon said. Reasons for reducing the speed limit also included public safety as well as car protection, as the new parking lanes will be tighter now than before the walkway was built.

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Highway 97 Task Force Society reforms as Highway 97 committee of council By Joanne Layh The Highway 97 Task Force Society has reformed as the new Highway 97 committee, which will operate as a steering committee of council. The Highway 97 Task Force established as a society in July of 2008 to advise and advocate that any Highway 97 expansion enhance the livability of Peachland and to work in partnership with First Nations, municipal, provincial, and federal governments, the private sector and other agencies to develop a better Highway 97. The society boasted an impressive paid membership of more than 500 members, which is roughly 10 per cent of the population of Peachland. Recently, the board of the society decided they would be more effective as an arm of the municipality and voted in favour of applying to become a council committee. “The Ministry [of Transportation and Infrastructure] has made

it clear, the Minister in particular and her staff, their fi rst responsibility in the province and the number one stakeholder is local government, not special interest groups and not chambers of commerce,â€? Highway 97 Task Force Society president Bob Sugden said to members of council at the Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday. “So the direction I think that the [Valleywide Transportation] panel will take over the next year will be to make sure there are committees of council or committees of chamber to focus in on the need of that area,â€? Sugden went on to say. “The entire panel committee has recognized that the Peachland issue is the one that is escalating the fasted and they have thrown their support behind what we have explained to them that you’ve seen in the recommendation today.â€? The objectives of the committee are: • To consider or inquire into any matter relating to the expansion of Highway 97 and

report its fi ndings and opinion to council; • Sponsor meetings and events likely to encourage public discussion of Highway 97 issues in the community; • Undertake any projects assigned by council; and • Liaise and communicate with federal, provincial, First Nations and other local government officials and organizations in relation to the mission statement. Council approved the formation of the committee on Tuesday and appointed the following members: • John Abernathy; • Bert Putt; • Gordon Harris; • David Matthew; • Bob Wells; • Bob Sugden; • Councillor Peter Schierbeck; • Councillor Terry Condon; and • Councillor Vern Moberg (alternate appointee Terry Tanner). The term of office begins this month and ends on November 30, 2011. After the fi rst term, appointments will be made annually.

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DISTRICT OF PEACHLAND – PUBLIC NOTICE FLUSHING OF WATER MAINS The Water Department will commence its annual program of ushing water mains within the District on September 27, 2010. This may result in the water supply showing sediment and discoloration in various areas. This sediment is bacterially harmless, however, may cause some discoloration to laundry if not detected. To avoid any inconvenience check water color prior to using. If you do experience dirty water, simply run a cold water tap until water clears up. We thank you for your cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience you experience. For more information, contact the Public Works ofďŹ ce at (250) 767-2108.

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Peachland Legion members Ed Lovell, Barbara Leadbetter and Tom McLuskey (shown left to right) display the medals they won at the recent BC Seniors Games held in Comox. Lovell brought home a Bronze in men's singles darts, Leadbetter took three Silver medals, one for ladies doubles, one for mixed doubles and another for team game while McLuskey won two Silver medals for mixed doubles and team game. Photo contributed

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The theme reflects the opportunities and challenges facing entrepreneurs as the economy builds steam. It's a chance for a fresh start, the exploration of new ideas and a time to reenergize businesses, eager to break into new markets here and abroad.

Jeff and Maralee Webster opened Topline Exteriors as a home based business 15 years ago. Topline Exteriors operated as a roofing company for the first 15 years and has now expanded as a supplier of soffit, siding, facia and seamless gutters. Topline Exteriors engages subcontractors for these services. Maralee says they have partnered with the same subcontractors during their years of business because these contractors believe in and provide the same high standards as Topline. Topline Exteriors delivers a quality product and quality service which includes WCB coverage and liability insurance.

Following are brief profiles of just a few of the many small businesses who contribute to our community in countless ways.

Peachland’s newest ladies wear and apparel, The Lanai, opened in the spring of 2010 and owner Romi Boon says the store is very successful and ever changing. Romi researched products sold in Peachland and neighbouring communities before deciding upon suppliers. Romi continues to look for unique markets thus providing more options locally for shoppers. This process has resulted in The Lanai recently being approved by Brighton, a US line with 125 stores. Brighton distributors must go through an approval process and the opportunity of becoming a supplier of their products is limited to a very few in Canada. The Lanai will carry Brighton shoes, watches, sunglasses and wallets within three weeks, just to mention a few of the top line accessories soon to be available in Peachland.

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Lake Breeze Painting Lake Breeze Painting is locally owned and operated by Carl Berardo. Carl has the “Experience to get the job done Right”. Having been in business for five years now, services the company provides include interior and exterior painting and repaints for both residential and commercial clients. Carl is proud to say he keeps his rates reasonable, and if you give him a call he is happy to provide a free estimate. Carl provides a 10 per cent discount for all Peachlanders, so call today and colour your world.

Connie-gay Boyce, Valley First manager, and Carol Bruce, manager of membership services, invite the community to come into their location in Peachland Centre Mall for any and all financial needs. Eleven years ago Peachland faced the loss of its one and only financial institution and Peachland Chamber invited Valley First to provide these services. Valley First is a full financial institution and provides full community commitment to the District and residents. Currently they are supporting a “Feed The Valley” campaign which is a corporate sponsorship program involving every staff member, in support of local charities. Valley First wants to be known as this communities “Financial Solutions People”.

Kevin Wood, owner operator of Mattress Mattress in West Kelowna, sees value in joining the Peachland business community as a member of the Peachland Chamber of Commerce. Due to the geographic proximity of Peachland to West Kelowna and the convenience for shoppers, a trend is developing whereby Westside businesses want to be more involved in Peachland. Mattress Mattress, predominately an Alberta based company, has one store in Kelowna, and now offers service to Peachland and Summerland through the Westside location. Wood says, “Mattress Mattress goes the extra mile by offering rock bottom pricing daily and focusing on excellent customer service; they go the extra mile with customers.” “The Mattress Stores” that “Save You Money”

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Peachland’s newest campsite, Camp Okanagan Resort, located on Paradise Valley Road on the Trepanier Bench, offers good wild life viewing, bird watching and walking or hiking trails nearby. CampO offers 40 accommodation opportunities including fully serviced RV sites with internet access, BBQ and fire pit, as well as cabins that sleep from two to six people. Planning a retreat or reunion? CampO is open year round and friendly staff Judi Stowell and son Courtney will work with you on your special event. Expansion plans for Camp-O include not only additional sites but also a swimming pool and hot tub, expected to be completed for the 2011 tourism season.

Tammie Gilbert of TMG Business Services is a certified bookkeeper with the Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada, and certified in Simply Accounting. Tammie has been a bookkeeper for over 30 years and reopened a private business in Peachland three years ago. TMG Business Services provides a full range of accounting and bookkeeping solutions to assist you in managing your business. TMG provides support to small and medium sized businesses in business registration and setup, PST, GST, HST, WCB remittances, as well as bookkeeping monthly, weekly, quarterly full cycle, and payroll. Tammie will do books at your place of business or in her home.

Moe Martin, Broker/Owner of Moe Martin Real Estate, has been licensed for 25 plus years in the Province of Alberta with the Calgary Real Estate Board. Moe moved to Peachland with his wife, Sointu, three years ago and together they have been actively involved in community projects such as Peachland World of Wheels, Business 2 Consumer Trade Show, Peachland Chamber Golf Tournament and Business Excellence Awards Night. Moe is a licensed British Columbia realtor, and after numerous award winning, customer oriented years in real estate, Moe would be happy to assist you with any of your commercial real estate needs wherever they may arise in Canada.

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Peachland Community Centre Merkaba Meditation 4 sessions, Oct 15 - Nov. 5, 11 am - noon. Increase your awareness, harmonize spirit, balance inner peace and combine power of breath and meditation for increased awareness, peace and balance. To register call 250-767-2133. Royal Canadian Legion 2nd Annual Lobster Feast Sat., Oct. 16. Doors open at 6 pm, dinner at 7 pm. Tickets $25 per person. All tickets are in advance and are available at the Legion. 2010 Peachland Community Christmas Celebrations planning meeting Tues., Oct. 19 at 1:30 pm. For mor information, and to RSVP please call 250-767-2133. Peachland Community Centre Qi Gong Wed., Oct. 20 and Nov. 3, 6:30

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- 7:30 pm. Self practised body movement, combined with internal mind technique designed to move chi or energy for healing. To register, 250767-2133. Peachland Sowers and Growers meeting will be held Thurs., Oct. 21 at the Little School House. The speaker for the evening will be from the Regional District, with the subject being Noxious Weeds. Everyone is welcome to attend. 50+ Activity Centre Monthly Potluck Supper, Fri., Oct. 22; bring a large portion of your favourite dish and your own dishes and cutlery for dinner at 6 pm. Back by popular request, Ray Volk and his golden Saxophone entertaining at 7 pm. If you can’t make the dinner, come and enjoy the music. All are welcome.

MONDAY OCTOBER 18 Take Off Pounds Sensibly at 50+ Activity Centre: 9:30 am. For info. 1-800-932-8677 or Doreen at 250-767-2132 Variety Singers at 50+ Activity Centre: 9:45 am Tai Chi at 50+ Activity Centre: at noon Quilting at 50+ Activity Centre: 1 pm

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TUESDAY OCTOBER 19 Carpet Bowling at 50+ Activity Centre: 10 am AA at Noon at 50+ Activity Centre: noon Tai Chi for Wellness: 6 pm. Continuing students at United Church Hall. Computer Literacy: No exp. needed, Wellness Centre 10 am - noon Peachland Bridge Club at 50+ Activity Centre: 7 pm. Info. 250-767-6407

Wood Carving at 50+ Activity Centre: 7 pm

Sunshine Singers: 1:30-2:30pm at the Wellness Centre. All are welcome.

Monday Morning Coffee: at the Peachland Wellness Centre, 10-11 am

Big Slick Poker: at the Peachland Castle. 7 pm start. Free Texas Holden Tournament, 10 weeks. Finals Nov. 23 at Lake Okanagan Resort. Info. 250-767-6605 Pete’s Photography: Wellness Centre 10 am - noon

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Reiki Relaxation Peachland Wellness Centre 9 & 10:30 am Peachland Wellness Centre Speaker Series Emergency Preparedness at the Little School House, 1:30 pm.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 24 Jerry Dober Sunday Breakfast 8 - 11 am at Peachland Wellness Centre. $5.75 for a full breakfast. Info. 250767-0141

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MONDAY OCTOBER 25 Take Off Pounds Sensibly at 50+ Activity Centre: 9:30 am. For information call 1-800-9328677 or Doreen at 250-767-2132 Variety Singers at 50+ Activity Centre: 9:45 am Tai Chi at 50+ Activity Centre: noon

TUESDAY OCTOBER 26 Carpet Bowling at 50+ Activity Centre: 10 am AA at Noon at 50+ Activity Centre : noon Tai Chi for Wellness: 6 pm. Continuing students at United Church Hall. Computer Literacy: No exp. needed, Wellness Centre 10 am - noon

Quilting at 50+ Activity Centre: 1 pm

Peachland Bridge Club at 50+ Activity Centre: 7 pm. Call Eva at 250-767-6407

Wood Carving at 50+ Activity Centre: 7 pm

Sunshine Singers: 1:30-2:30 pm at the Wellness Centre. All are welcome

Monday Morning Coffee: at the Peachland Wellness Centre, 10-11 am Royal Canadian Legion: General Meeting, 1930 hrs.

Big Slick Poker: at the Peachland Castle. 7 pm start. Free Texas Holden Tournament, 10 weeks. Finals Nov. 23 at Lake Okanagan Resort. For info. 250-767-6605

Peachland Charity Pickleball Tournament In Memory of Fay Cain Sat., Oct. 23 9 am - 5 pm. $30 includes lunch, non-competitors lunch only $10. Registration deadline Oct. 16. Register at 250-767-2133 or email phaffend@peachland.ca. Spectators welcome. Peachland Wellness Centre Society AGM Sat., Oct. 23 at the Little School House at 2 pm. For more info. call 250-767-0141 Halloween Hoot n Annie Sun., Oct 31 2 - 4:30 pm at the Peachland Communty Centre. Valunteers are needed to help with decorating, staging, manning the haunted house and games. For more info. contact the recreation coordinator at 250-7672133. Costumes are encouraged.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 20 Chess at 50+ Activity Centre: 1 pm. Experienced & beginners. Adult Daybreak (Int. Health) at 50+ Activity Centre: 9 am Yoga at 50+ Activity Centre: 1:30 pm

THURSDAY OCTOBER 21 Line Dancing at 50+ Activity Centre: 9 - 10:30 am Bereavement Support Group at the Wellness Centre: 10 – 11:30 am AA at Noon at 50+ Activity Centre: noon Bingo at 50+ Centre: 6:45 pm

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Royal Canadian Legion: Meat Draw 1500 - 1700 hrs.

Waterfront Grill and Pizzeria - Live entertainment. Call 250-767-3255 for a reservation.

Carpet Bowling at 50+ Activity Centre: 10 am

Friday Art Club at 50+ Activity Centre, 1-4 pm Royal Canadian Legion: Karaoke with Anita, 1930 hrs.

FRIDAY OCTOBER 22

Waterfront Grill and Pizzeria - Live entertainment. Call 250-767-3255 for a reservation.

Carpet Bowling at 50+ Activity Centre: 10 am

Peachland Baptist Church Gym night: for children Kindergarten-Grade 6 at Peachland Community Center from 7-8:15 pm. No charge. More info. 250-767-9232

Reiki Relaxation Peachland Wellness Centre 1 & 2:30 pm

Men’s Coffee Club Wellness Centre: 10-11 am

Wellness Circle: at Peachland Wellness Centre, 10-11:30 am, Everyone welcome.

Tai Chi for Wellness: 9:30 am for beginners. Continuing students 10 am at the United Church Hall

Royal Canadian Legion: Executive meeting 1900 hrs.

Girls Club Craft Night for girls Kindergarden-grade 7 at Peachland Baptist Church, 7 - 8:15 pm. Info. 250-767-9232

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Chess at 50+ Activity Centre: 1 pm. Experienced & beginners.

Line Dancing at 50+ Activity Centre: 9 - 10:30 am

Adult Daybreak (Int. Health) at 50+ Activity Centre: 9 am Yoga at 50+ Activity Centre: 1:30 pm Central Okanagan Model Railway Company: Group meets at 7 pm at the Peachland Museum. Contact Dave at 250-767-2409 or visit http://www.corc-bc.com Peachland Baptist Church Gym night: for children Kindergarten-Grade 6 at Peachland Community Center from 7-8:15 pm. No charge. More info. 250767-9232 Wellness Circle: at Peachland Wellness Centre, 10-11:30 am, Everyone welcome.

Tai Chi for Wellness: 9:30 am for beginners. Continuing students 10 am at the United Church Hall Bereavement Support Group at the Wellness Centre: 10 – 11:30 am AA at Noon at 50+ Activity Centre: noon Bingo at at 50+ Activity Centre: 6:45 pm Iron & Silk Exercise at 50+ Activity Centre: 11 am Waterfront Grill and Pizzeria - Live entertainment. Call 250767-3255 for a reservation. Reiki Relaxation Peachland Wellness Centre 1 & 2:30 pm

OCTOBER 23 Royal Canadian Legion: Meat Draw 1500 - 1700 hrs.

Friday Art Club at 50+ Activity Centre, 1-4 pm

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Royal Canadian Legion: Fish & Chip Dinner with MaryEm 1730 hrs.

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Girls Club Craft Night for girls Kindergarden-grade 7 at Peachland Baptist Church, 7 - 8:15 pm. Info. 250-767-9232

OCTOBER 16

Royal Canadian Legion: Fish & Chip Dinner with MaryEm 1730 hrs.

Iron & Silk Exercise at 50+ Activity Centre: 11 am

Central Okanagan Model Railway Company: Group meets at 7 pm at the Peachland Museum. Contact Dave at 250-767-2409 or visit http://www.corc-bc.com

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Peachland Wellness Centre Society AGM at the Little School House, 2 pm

50+ Activity Centre Potluck Supper, with Ray Volk on Saxophone

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SATURDAY OCTOBER 30

Royal Canadian Legion: Fish & Chip Dinner with MaryEm 1730 hrs.

Royal Canadian Legion: Meat Draw 1500 - 1700 hrs.

Waterfront Grill and Pizzeria - Live entertainment. Call 250-767-3255 for a reservation.

Carpet Bowling at 50+ Activity Centre: 10 am

Adult Daybreak (Int. Health) at 50+ Activity Centre:9 am Friday Art Club at 50+ Activity Centre, 1-4 pm Royal Canadian Legion: Karaoke with Anita, 2000 hrs. Men’s Coffee Club Wellness Centre: 10-11 am

Pete’s Photography: Wellness Centre 10 am - noon Reiki Relaxation Peachland Wellness Centre 9 & 10:30 am

Would you like to feature your event in the Peachland View’s weekly Calendar of Events? Please call 250.767.7771 or email peachlandview@shaw.ca.

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HIGHLIGHTS OCTOBER 12, 2010

By Erin Boyes, District of Peachland

Highway 97 Committee Council passed a resolution creating a new Highway 97 Committee. The Mission Statement is as follows: The Committee will advise and advocate the expansion of the Highway 97 through Peachland to be done in a manner that will maintain and enhance the beauty, livability and economy of Peachland.

Primary School – Towns for Tomorrow Grant The Peachland Council passed a resolution approving an application to the Towns for Tomorrow funding for the Primary School renovation project. The Towns for Tomorrow Grant opens for applications on October 15th and will be adjudicated within 60 days to get applicable projects underway. School Site Acquisition Charge Council passed a resolution for a letter to be written to the Central RECREATION

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By Cheryl Wiebe

Time to shake it up Peachland is gearing up to host a family dance party featuring family entertainers, Shakewood Annie. Wear your costume and shake it up with dancing and non-stop fun featuring Grease, jiving, hip-hop, dance demos, YMCA, psychedelic 60s, 80s rock, conga lines, unique

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Okanagan School District No. 23 objecting to each of the proposed school sites and to express council’s concerns of implementing a school site acquisition charge. It was also noted that the following points be included in the letter: • Peachland would like to see total participation of all local governments within School District No. 23, including Westbank First Nations; • Concerns for the impact on developers; and • Concerns related to the sale of Turner Park.

Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1964 Council gave final reconsideration and adoption to Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1964. This bylaw will exempt certain parcels of land and improvements from taxation. The full list of those organizations being exempt in 2011 can be viewed on the municipal website or at the municipal office.

Development Permit Extension Council granted a one year extension for the Development Permit # dance contests, limbo, hula hoop and prizes! As Shakewood Annie, Bruce and Barb McCall create imaginative strategies that keep the dance f loor full and families hip-hopping together. Children will also have fun with the carnival games, bouncy castle and refreshments! The Halloween Hoot and Annie dance party is a great time filler to eliminate the “can we go trick o’ treating now?� syndrome. Ad-

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Beach Avenue Speed Limit Change Council passed a resolution reducing the speed limit to 30 km per hour from the Princeton Avenue intersection to Buchanan Road. As part of the new multi-purpose walkway along Beach Avenue, the reduced speed limit will assist in protecting pedestrians and cyclists.

Deep Creek Reservoir Funding Council passed a resolution to amend the 2010 Financial Plan to provide funding to facilitate a report outlining funding options for the Deep Creek reservoir construction, and will see the first phase of the planned reservoir construction. The funding will be allocated at 33.3 per cent from DCC reserves and the remaining 66.7 per cent to be funded from the water improvement reserve.

vance tickets are available now at the Peachland Community Centre. Tickets will not be available at the door, so get yours early. Children under eight years of age must be accompanied by parent or adult. Join us for Halloween Hoot and Annie on Sunday, October 31 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is $10 per person or $15 per family. To reserve your tickets or for more information call 250.767.2133.

WEEKLY COMMENTARY BILL BARISOFF, MLA If you ever fi nd yourself as an elected official in any level of government you will soon become very familiar with the concept of public perception. Two things you will discover about public perception is that it may not be based upon facts and perception is not an easy perspective to try and change. Sometimes public perception may work in your favour and other times it may not, however attempting to get the facts out so that the public can have an informed opinion is something everyone in elected office strives for. Recently I asked for your input on BC’s new drinking and driving laws and I would like to thank those of you who have responded. There are certainly many residents who are very supportive of the recent changes and even some residents who feel the changes did not go far enough. However, the majority I have heard from to date have expressed some concerns and also some confusion based on the perception of some of the changes that occurred. One of the reoccur-

ring concerns that I ges in a future MLA reheard from many of you port. was to do with a belief Some of you have that the BAC (blood al- questioned the need to cohol content) has re- increase penalties for cently been lowered to those driving in the .05 .05 as opposed to the to .08 BAC range. Sadly, former .08 limit. Here the reason is largely beare some facts that you cause BC is currently should know. Contrary experiencing between to what some have sug- 30,000 to 40,000 gested, the change to 24-hours suspensions impose a roadside driv- being handed out each ing suspension for hav- and every year. Iming a BAC content be- paired driving kills over tween .05 up to .08 was 130 people annually in not introduced recently. British Columbia, not to This change, often re- mention thousands of ferred to as the 24-hour crashes and other injurroadside suspension, ies that threaten public was actually imple- safety. mented in 1977. This The intent of this remeans that for the past port is to illustrate that 30 years, drivers given in terms of enforcement, a 24 hour roadside sus- drivers are being held pension were suspended to the same standards from driving for having today as they have been a blood alcohol level be- for the past 30 years tween .05 and .08 per- with a blood alcohol cent. In terms of regu- level between .05 and lations or enforcement .08. What has changed this same .05 to .08 is the penalties, howBAC level remains un- ever, the biggest penalty changed today. So the of all is the impact that question remains: what a serious crash, injury, changes have occurred? or in worst case death, If you are found to be can have on you, your driving with a BAC level family, and those you of between .05 up to .08 care most about. percent, much as was the case previously, you can expect to receive a roadside driving suspension. However, instead of a 24 hour suspension, you can now expect to receive a three-day suspension on a first offence. In addition, the fi ne is now set at $200 with a $250 driver’s reinstatement fee also applying. Further offences within those five years will carry additional suspensions and fi nes. There are also changes to those driving with a Brenda Herrin Realty BAC level above .08 and 250-212-6745 I will cover those chan- brenda@brendaherrinrealty.com

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2010 byelection -Peachland votes

October 16, 2010

Charlette Broadoway

Charlette Broadoway was born and raised in Enderby, BC. She moved to Peachland four years ago, spending a brief time in West Kelowna. Her background is in administration and management and she is currently working towards a hospitality management diploma. Broadoway was the 2010 season president of the Peachland mixed slo-pitch league, where she received the Mary Manuel Award for outstanding service. Broadoway got her foot into municipal politics in Calgary, where she assisted Mayor Dave Bronconnier’s campaign manager with various campaign events.

I want to begin this by saying thank you to everyone who has helped me with my campaign. From donations to advice, you have helped make this endeavour a wonderful experience. One of the questions I have received numerous times throughout this campaign is, “Why did you decide to run for council?� When I heard that there was going to be a byelection, my interest was peaked. I am the kind of person that would rather be involved than sit back and take what life deals to me. If people do not get involved, they cannot complain about the outcome. I have ideas and feel that I can always contribute to a decision making process in a positive way. Living in Peachland is such a privilege and I plan to make this my home for many years to come. In saying this, I was presented with a wonderful opportunity, allowing me to be involved in building the future of this community. Throughout this campaign, Ms. Eldridge and I have been asked

some very pointed and difficult questions about the issues facing Peachland right now and what may come in the future. To answer these questions, it was absolutely pertinent that I researched the issue. Throughout the five-week time frame that we had to work under, I have learned so much about Peachland and know there is a hard road ahead of me, if elected, to learn more. This is an endeavour that I take very seriously and will work hard to be successful. Fortunately, I am a quick learner and enjoy the process of being involved. Last week I received a phone call from a concerned citizen regarding my views on development and seniors within the community. Thank you for calling me. It was a pleasure spending time with you on the phone to answer some of the questions you had. From the beginning of this campaign, I have felt that I must listen to the people of the community and I want you to know I take your concerns ser-

iously. Development within the community must be done in a sustainable manner. We must consider all aspects of the development and the impact it will have on the existing population, along with the future population. The seniors are a large part of that population and their well-being must be considered. Every member of the community is important, not one group or the next with their own agendas. The way we work together as a community to resolve the issues is what will define us in the future. There is one thing that we must all do - get out and vote! Now it is time for the community to make the decision and be involved in the democratic process that we are entitled to. Do not be complacent in your right to vote. I will end with a quote by Thomas Edison: “We shall have no better conditions in the future if we are satisfied with all those which we have at present.�

Patricia Eldridge

Patricia Eldridge is originally from Winnipeg but has called Peachland home for the last four and a half years. She worked for the City of Winnipeg in the engineering department for nine years before having two daughters and becoming a child care worker. Last year, Eldridge worked at the Peachland Recreation Centre and at Peachland Elementary as a preschool teacher and manager of the afterschool and KinderCare programs. Eldridge was a member of the former Peachland Curling Club and was involved in fundraising for the club. Eldridge is currently an on call assistant librarian at the Peachland Library.

Most people hate politics because they hear the same old boring, rhetorical spiel about how the candidate will fight to lower taxes, yet promise the electorate the sun, moon and stars. As a homeowner, I don’t want more taxation either; that’s a given. Once the candidate is elected, inevitably, the tune changes. Don’t blame the politicians. In order to get elected, they say what the people want to hear. Whether you vote for me or not, I feel proud of the fact that I stood my ground. My opinions do not change colours whether I am talking to Mayor Fielding or the fine chap I met rescuing recyclable pop cans from our downtown trash containers. And I listen to both with an equally open mind. There was enormous pressure for me to hush up about the Curling Club/Multiplex in order to appear to be a more astute politician. The fact of the matter is, as far as this and future Peachland councils are concerned, the curling club, along with the skateboard park, is still a

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October 15, 2010

Stand Easy

By Patricia Day

Looking outside the windows and seeing the leaves begin to fall, one realizes that the season is changing and that winter will soon be here. Before the snow flies, however, there are many exciting events happening at Branch 69. MaryEm is busy creating her specialties in the kitchen for you to enjoy and on Fridays, she’ll be serving up fish and chips. Anita, with her own individual style of Karaoke, will appear on October 15 at 1930 hours. Saturday, October 16 is the date of the second annual Lobsterfest. If you do not like lobster, but would like to enjoy the evening with friends, you may have Chicken Cordon Bleu. Tickets are sold in advance so that the kitchen may make the special preparations. Give the Legion a call at 250.767.9100 to order your tickets today. Better yet, drop in and get the tickets from one of our friendly bartenders. Everyone is invited to

this shindig. All you have to do is sign our guest book. Remembrance Day is quickly coming upon us. Are you or your business interested in purchasing a wreath? Call Branch 69 and we will gladly make the arrangements for you. The Brownies and Guides will help lay the wreaths at the community service on the 11th. Jobs Daughters will also take part in the service. Last year, a mini service was held at the cenotaph and there are plans for this to continue. Do you have suggestions or are you able to assist? Sadly, Andy Doyan, who for many Remembrance Days lowered the flag at 11 a.m. and then raised it at the appropriate time, is unable to do it this year. Is there a volunteer among our members who would like to do this? (Just a bit of trivia: this is when the new flag is raised and the old one removed.) There are four local schools that will be participating in Remembrance Day services

with the Colour Party for Branch 69 as guests. Some of you may have children attending at Peachland Elementary, Shannon Lake Elementary, Glenrosa Elementary and Helen Gorman Elementary. The students from these schools are also encouraged to submit artwork, poetry or essays to the Branch. These works are then judged and prizes are awarded. The winners of the Branch then have their work sent to the zone level and may even end up at a national level. In case you are wondering, yes, the HST and the new liquor laws are having an effect on the Legion, as well as others in the community. Did you read the list of tax-exempt properties in Peachland in the last issue of the View? Yes, it was a disappointment to see Branch 69 left off the list once more. Most branches in the province of British Columbia do have tax exemptions, either completely or in part. Why we are so ‘special’?

Youth News

By Gray Winchell

I recently learned that Terry Fox was 22 years old when he decided to run across this vast country. Somehow, through the many years of participating in Terry Fox runs as a youth, it was never mentioned to me how young this man was when he ventured out on his quest. And I’ll admit that when I first heard of his age I was in a sort of disbelief. How could a man so young be so driven, so passionate and dedicated? So selfless? As I reflected on these qualities, I remembered that they are universal, maybe even innate human qualities that exist outside of the boundaries of age. These are ones that we all share, yet often they come to light in a fleeting glimpse, a passing moment in which we feel truly genuine. Terry Fox thread his moment of passion into a prolonged state, but I recently had the opportunity to observe a group of talented Peachland youth in this same type of moment in which these good innate qualities shone through.

On September 23, 13 Peachland youth showed up at a Do-It-Yourself Shape, Paint and Griptape a longboard skateboard deck workshop. In this program, we cut the youth-requested longboard designs out of 6-ply maple, then sanded the wood down to a smooth finish and completed the process by adding grip-tape and custom paint jobs to each deck. The process turned out to be energizing, refreshing, social and community-oriented. I observed teens helping each other out, offering passive and polite advice to contribute to the success of their friends’ projects. I watched creative ideas manifest into reality, as with the beautiful custom paint jobs on some of the completed decks. Further, I watched five older teens step outside of the box of pre-cut longboard templates and design their own individual shapes on our 6-ply wood. This creative mind-space is fuelled by interest, dedication and for some, passion. One teen mentioned that she had never seen so many youth participate in a

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Boys and Girls Club program hosted in Peachland. To me, that comment simply meant that the idea of the program was meeting the needs and expectations of our youth. Longboarding is a huge part of BC culture, so it only makes sense to engage our youth with activities that flourish in their very own backyards. The excitement, fun and positive feedback from the program supported the idea that our Peachland teens possess just as much drive, passion and dedication as Terry Fox. The moment may only have lasted a few hours, but it was genuine and simply reminds us that our innate human qualities enjoy shining through in moments of creative engagement. Therefore, the more we engage our teens in culture-appropriate activities, the more we develop these outstanding qualities of leadership. And who knows? Maybe one of our youth will one day longboard across our country towards their own quest for awareness. I personally wouldn’t put it past any of them.

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Speaker: Jason Brolund, Assistant Fire Chief and Emergency Program Coordinator for the Regional Emergency Program The Regional Emergency Preparedness Program The ďŹ rst 72 hours/steps to follow Evacuation Procedures Where: The Little School House in Peachland, 4th. Street (beside St. Margaret's Church) When: Tuesday, October 19th @1:30 P.M. Admission by donation Please RSVP to: wellnesscentre@shaw.ca or call 250-767-0141 Refreshments will be served.

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Peachland Walking Club (Volkssport) meets Surrey Trekkers for $20, you can learn so much about Peachland from this resource. Check out the pictures on pages 40 and 41, showing the Okanagan Lake completely frozen over during the winter of 1949/50; it is truly a fascinating book to read. By 1:45 p.m., it was time to register for the walk at Rocky J’s Beach Hut. This is the new name for the Rocky Top Coffee Company. The new owners, Don

and Joanne, have kindly agreed to continue as the walking club’s registration start point. By 2 p.m., it was time for our 10 km walk all the way along Beach Avenue to Buchanan Road, with a turn around at the highway. Members of the local walking club were ready for a rest and a cup of tea by the end of the walk. Peachland Volkssport walkers are used to a shorter, more leisurely, 5 km walk. The Peachland

Walking Club has organized walks on most Sunday afternoons during the winter months. For the latest information, check out www. pe ach la ndvol k s spor t. ca and click on fall/ winter walks. If you want to join the club, just show up for a walk and join the group. For the Peachland Walking Club, the emphasis is on enjoying the walk but also getting together after the walk for a cup of tea or coffee.

Peachland historian Richard Smith gives a history talk to the Peachland Walking Club and Surrey Trekkers. Photo Eric Hall

The Peachland Walking Club is part of the Volkssport group. Volkssport is an international organization, which started in Europe in the 1960s. Internationally, Volkssport is involved in several sporting activities, but in Canada, it represents walking clubs. The BC organization produces an annual magazine that lists walking events all around the province. Last weekend, members of the Surrey Trekkers came to the Okanagan to take part in several M SNOOKER UPDATE

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Men With Sticks Members of the PLSL are now Mano a Mano over the green braise and under the frosty glare of six fat boys. They’ve put away their childish ways to challenge to the finish for the championship

organized walks. Last Friday, the Peachland Walking Club were hosts to some of the out-of-town walkers that came to the Okanagan for the weekend. In addition to members of the Surrey Trekkers, there were members from the USA and also the president of Volkssporting BC, Beverley Cattrall. The lunch meeting took place at our very own Little Schoolhouse. After lunch, Richard Smith kindly agreed to give a short talk about some of Peachland’s his-

tory. Everyone agreed that it was a great chance to learn more about the place where we live. We took a short walk down the street to the Peachland museum and another opportunity to learn about Peachland’s history. Whilst some of the group explored the museum, Smith was able to tell us that the eight-sided building was originally the Peachland Baptist Church. Smith also reminded us that you can still get a copy of the Peachland Centennial history book. Available at the museum

standing of the RCL #69 Snooker League’s 15th season of play. Make no mistake, this is serious business. The release of liability and confidentiality forms have been signed by all, training began some weeks ago, and a few new faces have everyone’s attention. But the first rule of play is have fun while you at-

tempt to make your opponent look like a stumbling fool. Games will be played at the Royal Canadian Legion on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 5:30 and 9 p.m. (unless there is a conflict with other Legion functions). The battles started on October 12 at 5:30 p.m. and will continue until

The Peachland Walking Club and Surrey Trekkers enjoy a lunch at the Little Schoolhouse.

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all 550 matches are completed and a new champion is crowned. Never dull and always very entertaining, the sport can be enjoyed by spectators not familiar with the game. Come watch Peachland’s high rollers knock the stuffing out of each other’s egos. For more information call Barrie at 250.767.6277. , ive los nd p ex le a b s for ok ma ou o L m n fla oisools. p mb

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A magniďŹ cent close up view of the lake & mountains from a 1300 sq. ft. home with a curved deck, 3bdrms, 2.5 baths, full basement, w/gas fireplace, large kitchen includes 6 appliances, oodles of storage & parking, n/s, small dog considered. $1450 + utilities. Immed. possession. Phone 250-7676698 p43 Roommate for tranquil house in Peachland. Available now to June 30, 2011. Fully furnished house, queen size bedroom, beautiful lake views. $569 includes all utilities, free weekly maid service, Free cable and wireless internet free laundry facilities, lots of parking, sundeck, fully equipped kitchen, large front & backyard, n/s, n/p. Call 250-767-6230 p42 Beautiful 3 bedroom upper level of house with outstanding views of the lake. Gas fireplace, open concept living/dining area with sliding doors out to large deck. Attached garage and easy care yard. Avail. Oct. 1. $1350 plus utilities, N/S, pet neg. Derbra @250718-0511 Realty Executives Property Management Gorgeous 3-4 bedroom walk-out rancher with incredible views of the lake! Large fenced yard, deck and 2 car garage. $1800 plus utilities. N/S, N/P, available immediately. Debra @250718-0511 Realty Executives Property Management Bachelor Suite, $650/month +1/2 month damage deposit. Approx. 850 sq. ft. Lake view, private entrance & single vehicle parking. Stove, fridge, microwave, jacuzzi tub, electric fireplace, alarm system and all utilities incl. Suitable for single person. No pets, no smoking, drinking or partying. References required. Avaliable Nov. 1/10. To view contact Denis at 250-8596660 p41 One & 2 bedroom lakefront, cottages available weekly or monthly at off-season rates, Oct. - May, dogs welcome. $850/month and up. Call 250767-2355 or visiti wwww.daviscove. com p41

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Drum Lessons Sparrowhead Music is now accepting student of all ages and levels for drums, hand drums and ukulele lessons. Call Dan Parry for scheduling and rates. 250-575-8757 in Peachland i43

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News from the 50+ Activity Centre By Pat Grieve The Ukrainian Night was a roaring success! 115 people enjoyed the classic Ukrainian dinner and the fabulous dancers from the Sadok Ukrainian Ensemble. The evening was filmed for a documentary on cultural events, so it is possible that Peachland may be in a film someday. Our apologies to the 40 or so folks who were on the wait list for tickets – the caterers just finally said “no more!� Keep you eyes on the coming events in case another night is planned for next year. Speaking of coming

events, this month’s potluck supper will be on the usual fourth Friday, October 22, with an entertainer whom we are bringing back by popular demand. Those of you who heard Ray Volk perform on a previous evening will remember the wonderful music played on his saxophone. Bring a large portion of your favourite dish and your own plates and cutlery for dinner at 6 p.m. and entertainment at 7 p.m. If you can’t make the dinner, come at 7 p.m. and enjoy the music. Those of you who say there is no quality entertainment in Peach-

land haven’t been paying attention to the monthly offerings at the centre. Everyone is welcome. The Friday Art Club started last week with a full registration for the 10-week course. Sharon will be putting on another course after the new year, so watch for notice of that program. Are you missing the bowling alleys that Peachland and West Kelowna used to have? Satisfy that need to bowl by coming out on Tuesday and Saturday mornings at 9:45 a.m. and have some fun with the carpet bowl-

ers. It’s a little different than five pin as it uses weighted balls, but you can soon get used to it. Bingo last week was jammed with hopeful players hoping to win the Thanksgiving special prize. The winners of the turkeys were Rebecca Topolnisky and Margaret Wardlaw. Congratulations, ladies! There will be no turkeys next week, but as I write this, the Loony Ball total is $300! Now that’s a worthwhile prize too! Bingo is held every Thursday. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. and games start at 6:45 p.m. There will be refresh-

ments available, even hot dogs if you are really hungry. Everyone is welcome; the only requirement is that you are 19 years of age or over. Come and try your luck. We’ve had some wonderful parties and banquets booked in the hall lately; don’t forget the Fifty Plus Activity Centre is a great venue for any kind of a celebration. The f loor is perfect for dancing, the kitchen is equipped to serve 150 and there’s even a stage for your band or DJ. Call the office for rental details. It won’t be long before we are talking about

Christmas events; I see the stores are already stocking decorations. Just so you are forewarned, Christmas Dinner this year will be held on December 10. The wonderful meal will be cooked by the ladies of the Peachland Auxiliary to KGH Foundation. Tickets will likely be on sale by the middle of November so watch for those. The last pancake breakfast of the year will be on December 5 so keep that in mind, too. Hope to see you out at any or all of our activities, especially the Potluck Supper on October 22.

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Food For the Soul Happy Belated Thanksgiving! the English pilgrims who travelled across the Atlantic in the year 1620 on the Mayflower, a 17th century sailing vessel. For two months, approximately 102 passengers sang Biblical Psalms across the storm-tossed ocean and finally landed at Plymouth Rock on December 11, 1620. Their welcome was anything but pleasant. Nearly 46 pilgrims died that first winter due to the cold weather. Thankfully, a First Nations person named Squanto taught them how to survive by growing food. In the summer of 1621, a severe drought put the crops in danger so

the pilgrims fasted and prayed for a successful harvest. Rain fell by the end of the day and the crops were saved. Upon bringing in the last of the crops, the first feast of thanksgiving took place. The pilgrims thanked God for His assistance. While I knew about this particular celebration, I learned something new this year - the Canadian origin of Thanksgiving. Back in year 1578, explorer Martin Frobisher celebrated his safe homecoming after searching for the Northwest Passage. He conducted a formal ceremony in Newfoundland. While many First Nations people had

acknowledged the harvest for years with various celebrations before the arrival of Europeans, this would have been one of the first European celebrations of Thanksgiving. (On a side note, for his endeavors, Frobisher was knighted and an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean in northern Canada, Frobisher Bay, was named after him.) As history would have it, on January 31, 1957, the Canadian Parliament proclaimed, “A day of general Thanksgiving to Almighty God for the bountiful harvest with which Canada has been blessed‌to be observed on the 2nd Monday in

Derek Koch Emmanuel Church Peachland Pastor achland Campus Past October.� What interests me most about the history is the parts that appear to be most forgotten in our modern times. Singing Psalms, fasting, praying and thanking God for His provisions are often buried under the pile of turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie. Risking that I sound a bit “preachy,� it’s the same situation with Christmas and Easter. These three celebrations are centered around offering thanks to God for His intervention but for various reasons, we don’t invite Him to His own party. I forget sometimes that everything we have and everything we are comes from God. Beginning with the first verse of the first book of the Bible, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth,� the fruit and vegetables we eat, the tivity Ce Ac

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seeds from which they grow, the stars, moon, sun, planets, life in the sea, birds of the air, the creative diversity of land animals and our own wonderfully complex human bodies all come from His mind. He is the originator. He is also described in the Bible as the sustainer of all things. Think of the beauty of love and the warmth of family - it all comes from Him. And when times get tough, just like the pilgrims did over 400 years ago, we can pray and God will hear. So this Thanksgiving, remember to say “thankyouâ€?. Thank family and friends for all the goodness they bring into your life. You may want to make a long distance call or get on Skype to do the same thing. For some, the call may be a long time in coming. Do it anyways! And most importantly, while you’re celebrating together with family and friends, don’t forget the originator of the celebration. Remember to thank God for His blessings‌there are so many.

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