Peachland June 24, 2011 Peachland, BC Volume 07 | Number 25
ZipZone fun!
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Melody Hebein takes her first zip line ride across “Hang Tme” at ZipZone Adventure Park.
The ZipZone girls -- all harnessed up and ready to go zipping! Pictured from left to right, are: Brianne Flexhaug (with glasses), Melody Hebein, Britney Pearce (blue shirt, behind Melody), Meghan McLaren, me, Cindy Fortin, with The View, and our guide Jessica, on the right. Photo by Josh Sears
By Cindy Fortin It’s a wild ride, with an amazing view! The new ZipZone Adventure Park, located six kilometres up Princeton Avenue, above Peachland, officially opened on June 8th, with six highline zip lines crossing back and forth high above Deep Creek. With so much positive news about the new attraction, it seemed appropriate that this reporter test it out first-hand. ZipZone Adventure Park is the brainchild of entrepreneur Kevin Bennett, of Peachland, who was struck with the idea while vacationing with his wife in Mexico, just 16 months ago. Bennett had retired thee and a half years ago after selling his Kelowna manufacturing com-
pany, and was looking for something to keep him busy -- something that wasn’t a 365 days a year obligation. “I had some parameters. I just wanted a seasonal business. Then my wife and I went on a zip line while on holiday in Mexico, and I was quite literally halfway across the first zip line and my mind’s gone from zero to 100 miles an hour, and I’m thinking, ‘I have got to build one of these!’” When I first arrived at the site, I was greeted by Josh Sears, the operational manager and co-owner of the enterprise, as well as four other adventurous women, about to experience the zip line, and our guides “Jessica” and “Gray”. We were led to a tall Native-style teepee on the property where, inside, we were given instructions
on how to slip into our harnesses, and fasten them. The harnesses are made by French manufacturer “Petzl”, Bennett later explained. “They are professional, full protection harnesses, the same harnesses worn by people working on high towers, such as the CN Tower, communication towers, and those sorts of things. They have double anchor points, which means that a guest always has a redundant back up. It is expensive gear, but safety is paramount, and they are very comfortable to wear.” After we were harnessed up we had a test ride on a short training zip line on flat ground, then headed to
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The strength of the economy is evident everywhere It’s back! The signs are all there. It hit high that is held up by resilient, shock home for me this past week while I was absorbing laminated beams and girders. The doing an announcement at one of Western demand for the people and the product is Canada’s largest technical institutes. This strong. And we have what it takes right here post secondary training college graduates to supply that demand. about 25 per cent of all of the completed Another sign of our growing economy was apprentices going into a wide range of evident at the annual Hong Kong business professions and occupations right across the dinner in Vancouver this week. As minister country. for the Asia Pacific it was an What they were telling honour to bring remarks to the ďż˝ WEEKLY COMMENTARY me was good news, but not sold-out event. The mood in the without its challenges. The STOCKWELL DAY, MP room was clearly optimistic. administration and faculty And it was optimism based on reps said it was starting to look like dĂŠjĂ -vu hard facts, not simply hope. all over again. The demand for all types of Agriculture and energy producers were trades is unmistakeably surging upwards there, talking about what appears to be longagain. They said it reminded them of the term growth and demand numbers. After pressure they felt at the time of major all, as the middle class continues to grow at employee shortages a few years ago. an amazing rate and people move annually It wasn’t that long ago. You remember. out of poverty by the tens of millions per Demands for qualified help or for those year in China, India and other previously willing to be trained was so high that many impoverished nations the demand from fast food outlets couldn’t keep open their them for every type of product imaginable usual hours because they simply couldn’t will only increase. We are very well placed find the people. to meet those demands and see our own I’m not saying we’re there yet. There are levels of standard of living and prosperity still many people looking for work. But rise in the process. the strength of the economy is evident Westbank First Nations continue to see everywhere. All I have to do is reflect on economic growth. This week I was with some of the events I was involved in this Chief Robert Louie for the announcement ZipZone proprietor, Kevin Bennett, explains how the cables are securely fastened to the poles. week. of a construction project that will upgrade Photo by Josh Sears Just last week I attended the opening of a a number of homes on WFN lands. That huge new production facility in Okanagan means there will be a need for trades and Falls. Structurlam makes value added wood building supply products. More jobs, more products that are used here and around the sales, more economic growth. world. If you’re wondering what kind of An international meeting of private and projects they do, think Richmond Olympic public sector transportation companies with skating oval‌that breathtaking magnificent top people around the world also took bank Firstfrom Nations in their preparations. ContinuedThfrom roof superstructure. ey didpage that.1 place here (Vancouver) to look at the growth “They have been fantastic to work with, Sometimes we aren’t aware of the amazing needs in transportation arising from our the first zip line on the tour called “Hang they have been so supportive of us. workers and technicians that we have right growing economy. As I said, the signs of We job Timeâ€?. Hang is situated 350 feet hired a and guy investment named Leonard Raphael and here in our own Time backyard. (They also have a creation are everywhere. 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Before I lose you, about been asked to provide soldiers, sailors, and “Tunnel – a much fasterthink line which stories.â€? earthquake high-rise an fighter to assist withsome otherFirst United gives you aproof kind of blur as buildings, you go whipTheypilots have incorporated Naapartment orthrough office tower up to The 25 stories countries inassubduing the experiLibyan ping down the Valley. fastest Nations tions information part of the in his zip ongoing speed on the zip lines reaches 50 km an ence, as you dictator hike between lines.assault on his own people. hour. Environmental impact on the watershed as of wePeachhave Unfortunately, I had to forfeit the re- was a concernOnce by theagain, District done history, maining four zip lines and head back to land and some localthroughout residents. According ourenvironmental Armed Forcesimpact will step work, but first I sat down and talked with to Bennett two asup to protect those who are Bennett, who described the infrastructure sessments were done, and they were given of the lines. a clean bill ofbeing health.slaughtered by the forces of dictators. As usual, “The infrastructure that we built here “We have nothing mechanized on I expectreally we will hear good was designed by a professional engineer the site, just reports wires going backwards and from others in foreign Come who visit us at theforwards andcountries out of Nanaimo specializes in this foot traffic,â€? thatsaid willBennett. have the typeWest of construction. Every pole is set The biggest environmental hazard to honour of serving with our Kelowna Home and with two soil anchors that are dug eight the watershed would be a forest fire. For Armed Forces.
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feetLeisure into the ground and each April of those anthat reason, the company spent nearly Show 1,2&3 chors is rated to 20,000 pounds. We have $10,000 cleaning up any deadwood and atof them, Royal and two so weLePage have 40,000 Place pounds undergrowth. Proud to meet your of anchor. The cables were specially man“We’ve reduced the fire hazard. We’re enter to win our draw for estate needs ufactured for us by a company in Korea, in a forest, so real you can never do aincomand are rated for 35,000 pound breaking plete eradication, but the chances $250.00 worth of carpet or Peachland of a fire strength. Within each cable there are 114 going through our park are much, much upholstery cleaning.reduced. Through our investments we’ve individual wires.� ZipZone also has involved the West- actually helped protect Peachland’s water supply.� Bennett is looking forward to his time at ZipZone. “This is very much a hobby for me, and it is a fantastic place to be at my age in life. I’m 47 years old and I have the opportunity to come and spend some time in the sunshine with people who are having fun. So, it’sBrenda a pretty nice situation Herrin Realty to be in. 250-212-6745 brenda@brendaherrinrealty.com The full tour of the zip lines at ZipZone takes about two and a half hours, and guests are asked to wear appropriate Brianne Flexhaug is all smiles, and a few butterfootwear, as there is some minor hiking flies, as she gets hooked up to the first zip line by involved to get you from one line to the ZipZone guide, Gray. Photo by Josh Sears next. For more information on ZipZone: 1-855-947-9663 or www.ZipZone.ca.
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Peachland celebrates
canada day 2011 Heritage Park
Pancake Breakfast Brought to you by Emmanual & Peachland Baptist Churches.
Peachland Comm. Ctr. Banquet Room
7 AM – 11 AM
Senior Slowpitch TournAMent
Cousins Park
8AM-5PM
Canada Day Farmers Market
Heritage Park
9:00 AM – 3 PM
Dance City Academy
Rotary Pavilion / Spirit Square (Heritage Park)
10:30-11:00 AM
Lions & Rotary Concessiony
Heritage Park
11-4 PM
Variety Singers in Concert
Heritage Park Spirit Square
11-11:30 AM
Canada Day Ceremony & Cake
Spirit Square @ Heritage Park
11:30 PM -12 PM
Variety Singers lead ‘O’ Canada and Join us for Canada Day Birthday cake – decorated by the Peachland Arts Council, served by the Peachland AMbassadors.
Banat Al Raks Belly Dancers
Heritage Park Spirit Square
12:15-12:45 PM
Take a ride on a magic carpet, imagine yourself on the banks of the Nile as you enjoy Middle Eastern Dance with this professional dance troupe.
Family Fun
Heritage Park
Events start 12:30 PM Through until 4:00 PM
Papa Thom
Heritage Park
1:00-2:30 PM
Get Wet Events
Swim Bay w. Lifeguards
11AM-12 PM and 3:00-4:00 PM
Shakewood Annie
Heritage Park
3:00 PM-4:30 PM
Shakewood Annie is a participation event with never ending contests and prizes. Multi-costumed performers lead zumba-style easy fun dance for all ages. Canada costume prize. Tickets for the draw prizes at 4:30 PM handed out to participants.
Draw Prizes
Heritage Park
4:30 PM
You have been playing and participating all day! Bring your tickets to Heritage Park for the draw prizes. Don’t miss it. Great prizes to be won! Then ...line up for the parade!
Canada Day Parade
13th & Lake
5:00 PM Start
A Canada Day Evening in Peachland
Check In 6:30-8:00 AM Race Start 8:30 AM
Pre-registration only. No day of race registrations. Early rate cut off is June 18th. Last day to register is June 29th. To register come to the community centre or call 250-767-2133. Race jersey to the first 275 registrants only. Fundraiser for Children’s Cancer by Donation at the race. Check in at Heritage Park.
Peachland Beach Run 5 K / 10 K Run or 5 K Walk
Don’t miss this fabulous breakfast! A great way to start your Canada Day, or to refuel after the run. Breakfast $2 each!
Check out the Slo-pitch game, and enjoy the featured beer garden
Come and shop at the Farmers Market. Lots of variety.
Don’t miss the performance from these incredible young dancers.
Fresh and Delicious! Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Bratwurst and Smokies.
Enjoy the Variety Singers in Concert At Heritage Park
Traditional races – three legged race, Sack race, running race, obstacle course. Party Perfect Inflatables, Face Painting, carnival games. Draw tickets given to participants. Draw prize takes place at 4:30 PM Papa Thom performs at Heritage Park. Enjoy the music and the fun. Draw prize tickets given out for spot dances. Donations for the Peachland Food Bank gratefully received. Come as you are, dressed for the 70’s, Go Green and be seen. Maple Leaf Faces get rewarded Come to Swim Bay for our Canada Day Get Wet events. Belly Flop Contest, swim events and lots more fun. Draw prize tickets given out for participants. Draw at 4:30 at Heritage Park.
Gather around and line the street (Beach Avenue) to cheer for the Peachland Canada Day Parade. Starts at 13th and Lake, turning right and heads down Beach Avenue. To participate in the parade call Lynn at 250-767-6225 or Linda at 250-767-6476. Please do not throw candy, water balloons, etc.
Enjoy your Canada Day evening in Peachland. Many of our restaurants are celebrating Canada Day too, such as Rocky J’s featuring live entertainment (Karaoke) and great specials . Peachland Waterfront Grill featuring live entertainment on the patio with(Papa Thom) and post parade specials. Check them out along with our other fine restaurants, establishments and boutiques. Enjoy a walk on Centennial Way while waiting for the Fireworks.
Fireworks!!!
Heritage Park/ Centennial Park
10:30 PM
Pancake Breakfast
50+ Centre
July 3rd 7:00-11:00 AM
Gather at Heritage Park to watch the display set off by the Peachland Fire Brigade. Traditional Pancake Breakfast. $4.50 adults, $2.50 children..
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Editor’s Perspective
Lou Lou Losers By Cindy Fortin Editor ∙ peachlandview@shaw.ca Well, it’s over…except for my last word on it. Yes, I am referring to the final game of the Stanley Cup. Originally from the Coast, I have been a diehard fan of the Vancouver Canucks since the late 1970s, and faithful readers will know that I frequently cheer on my team in my editorials. It has been a bumpy road over the decades, but all the time I have managed to hang on to my seat on the Canuck bandwagon. Nothing could shake me loose. Until now. The Canucks are like finding a winning lottery ticket in your junk drawer. Your heart starts to beat faster, you think you’ve won the big one, only to discover it has expired. Okay, that analogy was weak. But the “rollercoaster” one has been overused, and quite frankly, my stomach still hasn’t settled down since their unspeakable slaughter by the Bruins last week. It is difficult to form an intelligent analogy as you are packing up all your Canuck memorabilia, while sobbing uncontrollably. I must admit…I did do some rioting. But not to worry, it was in my own house, and the cost of window replacement will come out of my own pocket. I looted my closet, but those old 1980s padded shoulder blouses needed to come out anyway. I still think Luongo is cute, but my “Will you marry me, Lou?” poster is coming off the wall. It is true that even if Luongo had only let a single goal into the net we would have still lost, because our highly-paid goal scorers—including a pair of twins (not mentioning any names) -- were more worried about growing their beards, than bringing home the shiny metal cup. Let’s call them Stanrik and Manuel – so as not to give up their identities. What the heck happened there? Didn’t anybody tell them they were playing the final Stanley Cup game? Could no one afford a Swedish interpreter? And it was reported one player, who was injured, was shot up with painkillers prior to the game. Shot up with painkillers? I swallow one ExtraStrength Tylenol and minutes later I’m giddy and want to play Truth-or-Dare with my co-workers! I don’t recall which player it was, but maybe it was the one with the goofy look on his face – not scoring goals! As for the actual Vancouver rioting after the game -- those were the true “losers”. I’m glad my children would never behave that way. In fact, one of them, who lives near Robson Street, actually helped out with the clean up the next day. Or, maybe he was just looking for dropped merchandise. I’m not sure. He was always an iffy kid. So the Canucks blew it again. I’m sure that, while I am currently too miffed to even look at my Luongo poster as I tear it off the wall, I’ll probably come around after the 60th game in next year’s regular season, and be proud of my Vancouver Canucks once again. I will rebuild my Canuck memorabilia shrine and tape together my Luongo poster. But, I am a realist, and don’t expect to see any Stanley Cup trophies grace our Vancouver shores during my lifetime. I just need to let go, and be happy with the best that they can do. I will say the same thing I have said about the Edmonton Oilers in past years... It seems the only cup the Canucks will ever see is in their athletic supporters.
Peachland Views Where are we going? Dear Editor: The golf course developers have failed to follow through the promises to build a main road access to the golf development, making the residents of Ponderosa Drive, Somerset Ave., Victoria, Turner and Gladstone suffer the consequences. It creates a huge safety concern, particularly on one winding, now potholed, road with blind corners and many heavy equipment trucks up to 50 tons going up and down. Residential roads were not designed for this. Children and residents walk there often. Who pays for the repairs now? Reach your own conclusions. The maps used to promote the amenities and zones in the development are constantly changing. The 166 pages of the public hearing agenda are impossible for the aver-
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age citizen to understand. Taxpayers understood the initial presentations but current plans have made so many changes, who can interpret the new plan and its implications? Even the developer is now a numbered BC company. It is a legal quagmire for voters to decipher. Should we trust council who recently wanted a skateboard park on the ball field, the rebranding logo “Play Along”, and a disastrous curling rink referendum. Is a public hearing on the night of a major hockey game a method to connect with as many voters as possible, or a speaker that can’t be understood through a PA system that can’t be heard? Citizens deserve better! There are other serious concerns. Richard Smith, Somerset Ave.
Peek into the past This was a common sight in the summer as the tugboat with barge and box cars came to Peachland to pick up fruit from the packing house and lumber from the sawmill at the present site of Heritage Park. The rails for the cars went the length of Heritage Park. Trucks delivered the lumber from the sawmill at the top of Princeton Avenue. Huge schools of minnows were an attraction to big trout around the wharf. kids fished there all summer for sucker fish, carp, and Kamloops trout. Today only a few pilings remain from that era. Photo contributed by the Peachland Historical Society
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Council struggled with access road issue Mayor Keith Fielding - From the Mayor’s Desk After a recent public hearing, Council has given final approval to a bylaw that updates and replaces the PonderosaPincushion Area Structure plan. Among the changes in the updated plan are: A provision to allow the required affordable housing (10 per cent of all housing) to be additional to, rather than part of the total housing allowed; mapping changes to reflect some repositioning of housing on the site; requirements for upgrading Ponderosa and Somerset; clarification of requirements for intersection improvement at Ponderosa and 13th Street; and, perhaps most significantly, a provision that will allow the required new access road (i.e. the new road connecting the development to Highway 97) to be completed during the first phase of development, instead of prior to the first phase of development. Council has struggled with this last issue because it means that there will be inconvenience for residents on Somerset and Ponderosa as up to 350 homes will be built before the new road is completed. However, with the project facing enormous front-end costs for golf course completion and infrastructure improvement, we have acknowledged that it is reasonable for the developers to seek revenue generating opportunities before facing yet another significant capital outlay for access road construction. It is understood, and clearly defined in the negotiated Phased Development Agreement, that home number 351 will not be built until the new road is in place. The developer is committed to working with municipal staff and local residents to minimize inconvenience during the period of construction, and further information regarding these measures will be made available when development applications have been processed, and construction schedules are finalized. Following a separate public hearing, this one related to the proposed New Monaco development, Council has now approved a bylaw in-
corporating the New Monaco Area Structure Plan into our Official Community Plan. A Phased Development Agreement that will provide clarity and certainty about many of the plan’s conceptual elements has yet to be negotiated and is the next stage for progression of this project. Prior to completion of this next stage, Council will have the results of an economic impact analysis that it is about
to commission. Terms of Reference for the study are now being developed, after which, expressions of interest to carry out the study will be sought from qualified consultants. The purpose of the study is to analyse the sustainability, and impact, of currently proposed levels of housing supply, and provide information to help ensure that growth is managed effectively over the long term.
On a different note, we were disappointed to learn this week that our grant application to the provincial government “Towns for Tomorrow” program for support to assist us with renovations to the Primary School was not approved. That is a setback to our plans, but we are followingup on other opportunities, including with our MP, Dan Albas, in light of an earlier offer from
Stockwell Day to seek federal assistance. Exterior treatments, removal of hazardous materials, removal of guano and the installation of web cams to showcase the amazing bat colony have now been completed, ending the first phase of work. Subsequent phases will address upgrades to meet current building code requirements, and interior renovations. In other recent news, the municipality has re-
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Now until September - Community garden plots are available at no cost at the Wellness Centre from now until September. The beds are all raised and the soil has been replenished with Natures Gold organic soil. Gardening tools and water are available at the centre for your use. Please contact 250767-0141 to have a plot assigned. Sundays - Peachland Farmers & Crafters Market - Will run every Sunday until the end of September. The market is held in Heritage Park, Beach Ave. from 10 am - 2 pm. For more information check out www.peachlandfarmersandcraftersmarket.ca or call 250-317-0407. Wednesday, June 29 - Savour Each Word! - Summer Reading Club 2011 - This is a summer reading club for ages 5 to 12. Registration is free. When children register they receive their Reading Log, contest information and program details for all the Summer Reading Club programs. Programs are held Wednesday mornings from 10 am, July 6 to July 27. Registration Kick-off
Extravaganza- for all programs offered by Peachland Library will be held from 3 - 5 pm this day. Come sign up for the Summer Reading Club and join in on all the fun activities and treats.
Department. For further information call 250-767-2133. Tuesday to Thursday, July 5 - 7 - Peachland Baptist Church - Is holding a free day camp called “Scuba” from 9 am to noon for children from kindergarten to grade 6. There will be games, snacks, crafts and prizes. Please call Pastor John at 250-767-9232 and register by June 28.
Friday, July 1 - Peachland Celebrates Canada Day - Plans are well underway and festivities promise an exciting day for everyone. Several of the planned activities require additional volunteers including the Peachland Beach Run, Children’s Carnival and more. To volun- Wednesday, July 6 - The Little Schoolteer or for more information call 250- house Society - Will hold its AGM at the Little Schoolhouse, 1898 Brandon 767-2133. Avenue at 11 am. All members and forFriday, July 1 - Peachland Beach Run mer members are welcome to come to - The 5k run, 5k walk and 10K run at- the meeting. tracts up to 400 participants. Starting and finishing at Heritage Park, the 5k Sunday, July 24 - The Peachland Tricourse heads north on Beach Avenue, athlon - This is a 750 meter lake swim, turning around at 14th, Lake and San 20k cycle, 5k run which starts and finClemente. The 10k course follows north ishes around Swim Bay and Cousins on Beach Avenue, right on Buchanan Park, and incorporates Beach Avenue, and down into Robinson Place, return- Buchanan and the Blue Waters area. ing along the same way but including This event is put on by the Peachland the 14th and Lake addition. This event Recreation Department. For more inis put on by the Peachland Recreation formation call 250-767-2133.
ONGOING EVENTS Friday, June 24 - Waterfront Grill & Pizzeria - Live entertainment; PWC Men’s Coffee Club, 10am; Rocky J’s - Karaoke hosted by Billy’s basement, 7pm
7pm; Peachland Quilters - 50+ Activity Centre - 1:15pm; Royal Canadian Legion - Euchre, 1900 hrs & Mini-double Snooker tournament begins
Tuesday, June 28 - Lions Den Meeting - Community Policing Station, 7pm; 50+ Activity Centre - Peachland Bridge Club, 7pm, Carpet Bowling 10am, Bridge - experience and novice, 7pm & AA at Noon; PWC - Tai Chi, 6pm; Royal Canadian Legion - Darts, Sunday, June 26 - PWC - Jerry Dober 7pm Sunday Breakfast, 8 am Wednesday, June 29 - 50+ Activity Monday, June 27 - 50+ Activity Cen- Centre - Chess - 1:15pm, Yoga - 1:30pm; tre - Take Pounds Off Sensibly, weight CO Model Railway Company Group loss program, 9:30am, Tai Chi - Noon, Peachland Museum, 7pm; Westside Quilting - 1:15pm & Wood Carving Saturday, June 25 - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 69 - Meat Draw, 1500 hrs & Karaoke with Anita, 1930 hrs; 50+ Activity Centre - Carpet Bowling, 10am
Toastmasters - Lakeview Heights Community Centre, West Kelowna, 7pm; Peachland Baptist Church Gym Night - Kids from Kindergarten - Grade 6, Peachland Community Centre, 7 pm; Thursday, June 30 - PWC - Bereavement Support Group, 10am; 50+ Activity Centre - Iron & Silk Exercise, 11am; Peachland Rotary Club - Noon, Gasthaus: Royal Canadian Legion Poker Night - 1900 hrs. Boxing - Beginners boxing, both male and female is held Monday and Wednesday at 4th Street Place at 6 pm. For more information call 250767-9538.
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Peachland Views Contradicting statements in Ponderosa - Pincushion ASP executive statement Dear Editor: Does anyone read all those papers that appear on council agendas? In Peachland apparently not! The council has just passed a major OCP amendment to the Area Sector Plan for Ponderosa/Pincushion development. The golf course completion date seems to be disappearing into the future, while housing construction is pushing to the forefront. Who’d have thought? One significant amendment allows Treegroup to renege on its initial commitment to build a separate road from Highway 97 to access the development. But I am not sure. On page two of the ASP, in the Executive Summary it clearly states: “Although the proposed plan development can be safely and efficiently accessed via the existing road network, a new access to Highway 97 is proposed as the principal route. This access will be constructed as an initial undertaking to keep all construction
traffic from using the local neighbourhood roadways.” What does this mean? All construction traffic will be kept off local roads? People of Somerset, Princeton, Turner, Victoria, Gladstone and Ponderosa can take heart! But then, on page 29, section 8.4.2 the same document states: A new Connection to Highway 97 is required prior to the completion of the first phase of the development. These are clearly contradicting statements; the first phase is a period of four years. But our municipal office believes this is just a small error, a housekeeping matter, which will be dealt with within the next year, at, I presume, yet another public hearing. Our planner stated: “The Executive Summary is not the policy section of the ASP which is the mandated section for implementation. Although the statement referred to is not totally accurate, it will not disrupt the policy implementation in the ASP.”
I contend that this is a serious mistake and it does matter. The new Appendix C is misleading and throws the whole OCP into dispute. Perhaps a clever lawyer could find grounds to negate this amendment, or, apply for an injunction to stop construction traffic on local neighbourhood roadways? Did anyone read the document? We have two planners, a planning department, a mayor and six councillors. I can only presume that none of them read it carefully. Did our elected officials happily vote on something they had not read? Perhaps they only looked at the summary of changes presented to them by the planning department. Peachland now has an OCP, which doesn’t make sense, and I am beginning to wonder what else does not make sense at the municipal office! Carol Smithson, Peachland
Council struggled with access road issue Continued from page 5 their intention to re-commence operations effective June 22nd 2011. Given that the owners chose not to pursue a court challenge of the municipality’s regulatory bylaw, that bylaw remains in full force. Operations at the site will be closely monitored to
ensure full compliance. In the event of non-compliance, the district will have the option to seek enforcement through a court injunction. To end on a brighter note, it is satisfying to hear from so many people how much they appreciate the new Beach Avenue walkway. With sunny weather finally upon us, the walkway is getting more and
more use; neighbouring residents, tourists, and locals are out in full force enjoying the delights of Peachland’s magical waterfront. And this week, the lifeguards at Swim Bay (the only swimming area in the Okanagan to be lifeguard protected) began work. Summer is here!
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Peachland through Tania’s Eyes
Government to legislate end of postal strike Dan Albas, MP - Okanagan-Coquihalla
A day at the Farmers’ Market, at Heritage Park Amateur photographer and Peachland resident, Tania Simpson, started photography in 2007 and immediately found a passion for it. She chronicles the seasons, the people, and the wildlife of Peachland in almost daily photos of the area. View more at flickr.com/photos/ taniaseyes. The View will be publishing a weekly look at Peachland, through Tania’s eyes.
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This week our government will introduce legislation with an intent to put an end to the current Canada Post impasse. This will likely also create my first opportunity to vote on an important issue that I know people within Okanagan-Coquihalla have different and, in some cases, strong views about. I would like to say that I value Canada Post and believe it is an important service for all Canadians to depend upon. However, I also recognize that a major service disruption would not only adversely impact many Canadians, it can also harm the long term viability of Canada Post as many citizens increasingly look for paperless alternatives in their day-to-day lives. I believe that as elected decision makers we must take action to protect our Canadian institutions such as Canada Post, and we must also protect the greater interests of all Canadians. I am mindful that my position on this will not sit well with some members of the public, and in particular many within organized labour. There are legitimate concerns about the right to strike. As Canadians we have many rights afforded to us and these rights also provide entitlements for us, but we must also be mindful of not just our own rights, but also of our responsibilities -- our responsibilities to our country and to our fellow Canadians. In this case, I have heard from involved workers on both sides of this debate including those who are in support and those who are opposed to this
legislation. I have also heard concerns from many citizens ranging from delays in financial assistance payments to important medical lab test results being delayed. Hearing these concerns and also believing in the importance of the long-term viability of Canada Post I do intend to vote in support of legislation that will put our national postal service back to work serving the interests of Canadians. Late last week I had an opportunity to witness our Canada Action Plan in action at ribbon cutting events both in Okanagan Falls and with Chief Johnathan Kruger at the Penticton Indian Band. In Okanagan Falls we helped open a new cross laminated timber manufacturing plant. This is an exciting and innovative product that will not only create more jobs in Okanagan Falls, it will also help revitalize our forest industry. Initial demand for cross laminated timber is already sufficient that plant expansion is now a topic of discussion. That is good news for job creation in Okanagan Falls and elsewhere. The second event was the opening of the new Outma Sqilxw Cultural School at the Penticton Indian Band. This is simply put an amazing new school and one that I know band elders, children and families can be immensely proud of. This will be an important legacy asset for future generations. As the House of Commons is soon to adjourn it is my goal this summer to visit every community and region within the riding of Okanagan-Coquihalla. If you would like to meet with me at your home, business, coffee shop or wherever else please send me an email to help prepare a schedule of when I will be in your community. Emails can be sent to Dan.Albas@ parl.gc.ca.
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Congratulations to all Peachland Graduates of 2011
Jordan, Agar
Jordan, Allison
Taylor, Allison
Blake, Andersen
Julia, Anderson
Sebastian, Antturi
Monika, Axwik
Derek, Behnke
Arlan, Bohmer
Michelle, Boorman
Kenzie, Byrnes
McKaela, Campbell
Nickolas, Casey
Jacob, Charbonneau
Amanda, Chase
Candace, Chevallier
Jeneya, Clark
Portia, Connor
Also graduating in 2011, but not pictured,Nicholas, Karoway, Valentina, Marterer, Ryan, Urlacher Congratulations to the 2011 grads! Your best insurance is a good education.
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Peachland Elementary Grad Peachland Elementary School Grade 6 Graduates (names in random order): Kaitlyn A, Kennedy A, Matthew B, Nathan B, Noah B, Mady C, Emily C, Tommy D, Celina F,, Damien G, Devin g, Gage G, Skylar K, Madison K, Bianca M, Amber M,, Justic N, Taylor N, Ross R, Mila R, Marilyn R, Shelby S, Devin S, Jet S, Jade V. Photo supplied
Award Recipient Peachland Elementary School student, Kaitlyn Adderley, center, was the proud recipient of the Little School House Citizenship Award, which was presented to her by Marion Hall, left, and school principal Troy White. Students had to apply for the award by writing a letter outlining how they helped as a volunteer in the community, the school and the home. Her award came in the form of a Chapter’s gift certificate. Kaitlyn demonstrated the true volunteer spirit when she donated the gift certificate back to her classroom teacher and asked her to buy books for Literacy Circles. Literacy Circles allow five students to get together and read and discuss the same book. The students love them because they are challenged to read books they don’t normally read. Photo Constance Roth
Congratulations AYLA! Ayla Fortin graduated from UBC-O with a Bachelor of Science degree, with a major in Microbiology. She has also passed her Emergency Medical Responder exam and hopes to become a licensed paramedic soon. Her future plan is to write her MCAT to enter medical school. We are very proud of you, Ayla! Love Mom, Dad, April and Shawn
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A week of riots and tragedy Bill Barisoff, MLA - Commentary The past seven days have not been our best and brightest in British Columbia. Last week senseless violence and vandalism erupted on the streets of Vancouver and more recently closer to home it is very saddening to learn of the tragic loss of a young person’s life who attended a bush party. We must not overlook that it was only one year ago that the community of Peachland also suffered the senseless and tragic loss of a young life under similar circumstances. As parents, grandparents, friends and families we must recognize the need to work with our kids to keep them safe and healthy. Graduation should be a time for happiness and for sharing memories. It should not be a time for tragedy. My sincere condolences to the parents and family of all involved. With respect to the riot, many of you have taken the time to share your outrage and disgust over these shameless actions. The British Columbia Criminal Justice branch has assembled a team of Crown prosecutors who will work closely with law enforcement agencies to identify and prosecute those who made
the choice to become involved in this riot. ICBC will also be actively involved in this matter and will assist with the tracking down and identifying of rioters with the use of facial recognition software. On a different theme, rural property taxes are due on July 4th. As there is currently a postal disruption some rural property owners not already doing so may wish to explore alternative payment options. Many banks and credit unions, Service BC and online financial services can be utilized to help ensure that penalty and interest charges are avoided. For further information about rural property taxation please visit this website at www.sbr.gov.bc.ca/rpt, or contact my office. Finally this week I know that there are still areas of the South Okanagan who lack high-speed Internet access. Network BC is a B.C government program designed to partner with industry groups to help provide broadband Internet to rural and remote areas around British Columbia. Although the call for grants does not open until October of 2011, now is a good time for impacted citizens to work with eligible providers in putting together grant applications. For more information on the Connecting Citizens Grant Program please visit Network B.C. at www.network.gov.bc.ca, or stop by my office.
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What does the Next Phase of CaNada’s eCoNomiC aCtioN PlaN meaN for CaNadiaNs? A new Volunteer Firefighters Tax Credit of $3,000 for volunteer firefighters, the brave men and women who put their lives at risk to protect others in our communities. Federal student loan forgiveness for new doctors, nurses and nurse practitioners who agree to practise in underserved rural or remote areas. Up to $5,000 in ecoENERGY Home Retrofit grants to help Canadians make their homes more energy efficient and create jobs for skilled tradespeople. Enhanced Guaranteed Income Supplement benefits of up to $600 per year for single seniors and $840 for couples to improve the financial security of seniors in need. A new Family Caregiver Tax Credit of $2,000 to help caregivers looking after loved ones.
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Why do we sing beloved hymns each Sunday? By Rev. Elaine Diggle, Minister Peachland United Church Holy, Holy Holy, Lord God almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to thee; holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty, God in three persons, blessed Trinity. We sang this, the first verse of an almost 200 yearold, well loved hymn, last Sunday, just as our forebearers in faith had sung it so many times before. For many years it was sung every Sunday, as part of the United Church of Canada tradition. In another country, I grew up with the tradition of singing "Praise God from whom all blessings flow, praise God all creatures here below, praise God above ye heavenly host, praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost", every Sunday. Today the words of this beloved hymn have been updated, "Praise God from whom all blessings flow, praise God all creatures high and low, give thanks to God in love made known, Creator, Word and Spirit One." We no longer refer to the Spirit of God that
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Rector Canon Sue Mayoss-Hurd Interm Priest, Rev. Canon Jim Kiddell
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“The Anatomy of Conviction: What Jesus’ anger teaches us about ourselves”
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Jeff Bjorgan, Spiritual Formation Pastor
4th Street & Brandon Ave
Combined Campuses 10:00 am - Worship Service at Emmanuel Church in West Kelowna (with Kids University)
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moved over the waters of creation and brought order out of chaos; the Spirit of God that came upon the people gathered at Pentecost; the Spirit of God that comforts, guides, sustains, teaches and heals us to this day, as the 'Holy Ghost' but the 'Holy Spirit'. Why should we sing these beloved hymns every Sunday? Well, the Church has centuries long traditions of rising early in the morning and giving praise to God for all the abundant goodness with which our lives have been blessed and concluding their days with more prayers and songs of praise. Thus, placing the beginning and ending of their day in God's hands. These days with our 'crammed full of busy-ness' lives too many of us have forgotten our very deeply rooted need to give thanks for blessings received, to acknowledge God's presence in our lives, whether we recognize it or not. We are forgetting the very author of our existence, the One in 'whom we live and move and have our being' - Acts 17:28. And in the forgetting, some of us have been caught up in that propaganda weasel word 'consumers' with which all our
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activities of life have been encapsulated these last few decades. We have ceased to see ourselves as caretakers and stewards of God's good creation, and started to see ourselves as entitled to just consume and consume all of God's abundance to the point where we are beginning to destroy the earth that nurtures us. What sort of legacy will we be leaving for our children's children? What kind of God's abundance will they know? And so it is with these questions in their hearts and minds, people are again turning to traditional practices of morning and evening prayer in their own lives, to ground themselves more fully in God's presence, to ground themselves in different words and understandings of who they really are – certainly not the amorphous 'consumer'. The focus of Daily Prayer is – praise and thanksgiving for all of God's abundant goodness, grace, mercy and love; prayer for the whole world, reading of Scripture and meditating/ reflecting on what we might learn from it; a practising of sinking/leaning into God's presence until we might even for a moment lose ourselves, our fears, our needs, in a union with the Holy and when we are gathered in community a raising of our voices in songs of praise. Some of us find hymns of praise come to our lips throughout the day, reminding us that indeed our lives need to be intentionally rooted in God's goodness and God's care of all creation. The hymn writers had it right: 'Holy , Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty, early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee"; "Praise God from whom all blessings flow". It is the focussing of our lives away from self, out to the needs of others and the gracious all including love of God and the injunction that we be stewards and caretakers of God's good creation, that must underpin our lives and our actions. That we also might share in handing down a wondrous legacy to our children's children – God's amazing creation, that they too will be so filled with God's goodness that they will sing songs of praise and thanksgiving. May it be so.
Free Day Camp "Scuba" at Peachland Baptist Church from July 5-7 from 9 am to noon for children kindergarten to grade 6 There will be games, snacks, crafts and prizes! Please call Pastor John at 250-767-9232 and register by June 30
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van den Bergh, Paulina "Paula" June 26, 1928 - June 10, 2011 Paula passed away peacefully on Friday, June 10, 2011 at Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody, BC after a lengthy illness. Paula was born in Bussum, the Netherlands and immigrated to Canada in 1952. She lived most of her life in Peachland, BC with her husband Jan where she had a passion for tending to her beautiful garden. Paula then moved to Port Coquitlam in 2009. Predeceased by her husband Jan in 1998, Paula is lovingly survived by her daughters Irene (Hans) van Diermen and Frances (Gordon) Walsh; grandchildren Scott van Diermen, Nicole (Larenzo) Jensen, Tyler (Caralee) Walsh and James (Jana) Walsh; Great grandchildren Jakob and Dylan Walsh; sister Margot (Barry) Keane and many relatives in the Netherlands. No service by request.
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Attention Peachland and area Residents: Pilot Recycling Project New Recycling Depot at Public Works Yard on Princeton Avenue Hours of Operation 7am to 3:30 pm June 27th –June 30th July 25th to July 29th August 29th to September 2nd All household recyclables will be accepted, no need to pre sort. There will also be a separate GLASS bin on site.
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Summer at Peachland Wellness Centre By Lisa Spalleck Peachland Wellness Centre Summer officially arrived this week, and while the children will soon be taking a much needed summer break, so do many of our programs at the Peachland Wellness Centre. However, many programs continue throughout the summer to keep us active and, of course, the Wellness Centre resources, that many have come to rely on, are still available. On July 4th our summer hours take effect. The PWC’s business hours will be 10 am to 2 pm, Monday to Thursday, and we will be closed on Fridays. Our Jerry Dober Sunday breakfast continues to run every Sunday throughout the summer, except on long weekends, so please continue to join us for the heartiest breakfast in the Valley. You can’t beat the price at $5.75 for a full breakfast. Our Seniors Outreach program is always available, as we know that many of our Peachland residents still require our assistance to live comfortably in their own home. Our Seniors Outreach coordinator, Olive Fielding, is available to help you sort out a variety of situations you may encounter. These include, but are not limited to, helping to arrange assistance with odd jobs that need to be done around your home, housekeeping, meal preparation or an advocacy for your healthcare. Along with this program, our transportation program is also available all summer. If you need a ride to a medical appointment, shopping or just to the hairdresser, call Ruth at the Centre and she can schedule something for you. Also, our Meals
to Go choices are always a convenient option when you need the extra help or just don’t feel like cooking on a hot summer day. Tai Chi for Wellness continues outdoors under the sun in Spirit Square in Heritage Park. We meet Tuesday evenings at 6 pm and Thursday mornings at 10 am. Drop by and check us out! If you’re able to follow along you are welcome to join us, if you are new to Tai Chi, ask us about our beginner’s class that will start again in September. Our bereavement support group also continues to meet every Thursday morning at 10 am. This group has met faithfully for the past seven years to help each other cope with the loss of a loved one. They meet in the confidential environment of the Tranquil Room at PWC. The community gardens are thriving in the backyard at the centre. The gardeners are carefully tending their crops and will enjoy the benefits of fresh, homegrown produce all summer long. If you are interested in growing your own produce or flowers, stop by the PWC and check out our gardens. I also want to thank our volunteers for maintaining the lawn and flower gardens. George from Down Under Irrigation gets our irrigation going each spring and shuts it down in the fall, and Evie Swanstrom lovingly tends the flowers, with Ron Moller helping her with the watering and Ken Howitt mows the lawn. So while it is a bit quieter during July and August at PWC, we will still be there for anyone that needs us. Please check out our website at www.peachlandwellnesscentre.ca, or call us at 250-767-0141 for information on any of our programs and services.
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CANCER (June 21-July 22): Happy Birthday Cancer! A family member may ask for a loan or financial advice. If you deem the person you know trustworthy, then lend them a few dollars. Someone shares your feelings on certain subjects but you won’t really know how they think until you ask them. Some people might be even shyer than you are, sometimes. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Nurture and grow and make important decisions. You can make into reality, things that you only dreamed of, a short while before. Make the right choice. Give someone a second chance if they’re younger or more naive than you are. The expression, ignorance is bliss doesn’t ring true for most. Try sharing experiences. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): People may copy your superior ability to articulate and organise, but no one can match your wits or style. Follow your own wisdom. You may feel like others care more for you now than they have for a very long time. If you have an opportunity to visit a favourite place from childhood, then do so. Trust your heart. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Try to finish making major decisions as next week may be an unusually busy time for you. Take time to plan and prepare. Someone may accuse you of not doing your best work. Does it mean that they think you’re lazy? No, but it might be a good idea for you to highlight previous examples of hard or clever work just in case. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You are passionate, seductive, and flirtatious. People can’t resist you. You should know, Scorpio that you’re right, and they’re wrong. People’s opinions are based on greed, criticism and fear. Trying to help others and continuing to fight the good fight will bring good karma. Love will find a way to your heart. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Let others take on responsibility, credit, and work. Someone may have decided that you were becoming too bossy at work and they’re not wrong, though, they’re also not exactly right. Gently discuss things with this person and see what can be done. You’ve worked way too hard for too long. Take care of your own needs.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Hierarchies are in place to help you, not to hinder you. You’re going to have to play by the rules to get what you want. You’ve spent so much time mentoring and nurturing others that you’ve kind of lost your footing. If you spend some time focusing on your own needs, then you’ll soon be back on solid ground. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): With your innately rebellious and inventive nature, you sometimes forget your origins. It’s time to teach, mentor, nurture, and grow. It’s okay to rebel if you feel the need to. However it may be better to join conservative organisations to help them change from the inside. Transformation comes from all angles. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may feel rewarded by the work you do helping others. Karma rewards being kind. If you have an opportunity to go out for a hike by yourself or a walk with friends, then do so. This is a highly spiritual and nurturing time for you, Pisces. Try to choose moral paths and tasks and you will feel happier and healthier. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t be surprised when others mix business with pleasure; definitely don’t be surprised if you become involved in similar activities. It may seem difficult to fathom, that people could take a disliking to someone as fun-loving and open as you are-It’s not your fault. Some sorts are just cranky. Avoid mean people. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you ever feel like others are taking advantage of you, rest assured that they are only trying to make good use of your talents and gifts because of just how truly talented and gifted you are. Yes, you may have been lagging behind, but that doesn’t mean that you won’t catch up. Don’t feel bad, because you need a break. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): It’s great to be involved in charitable activities however it’s good to take care of your own needs as well. Walk a fine line between selflessness and selfishness. You may feel remorseful for something you couldn’t prevent. Know that you’re able to do more good now, than others would be able to, within an entire year. info@christinedavisonastrology.com
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52. “It’s no ___!” 54. Litigate 56. Unfriendly 61. Brazilian dance 65. Small songbird 66. Poi source 67. Common 68. Party thrower 69. 15th of March 70. Ex post facto 71. “I’m ___ your tricks!” 72. Without water 73. Military trainee DOwN 1. Use an atomizer 2. Ruler unit 3. Not far 4. File transfer 5. Pricey 6. Word repeated after “Que,” in song 7. Kitchen appliance 8. type of floss 9. Shenanigan 10. Unaccompanied 11. Connive 12. Adjutant 13. Foot digit
22. Request forcefully 24. Neckwear 26. Sanctify 27. Our planet 28. Cognizant 30. Acted 31. Martini insert 33. Before 34. Heart artery 35. Romance, (e.g.) 36. Type of preview 38. Parchment 41. Roman sun god 43. Gang 47. “___ alive!” 50. Ten 51. Somebody sly 53. 60’s protest 55. Take forcibly 56. A golf club 57. Hatchling’s home 58. Keen on 59. Length x width 60. Found’s partner 62. Silent 63. Fishhook’s end 64. ___ vera 65. One of the five W’s
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This Week In History On June 19, 1978, Garfield appeared in his first comic strip.
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06/20/1991 the German parliament decided to move the capital from Bonn back to Berlin. 06/21/1948 Columbia Records introduced the long-playing (LP) record album in a public demonstration at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City. 06/22/1976 the Canadian House of Commons abolished capital punishment. 06/23/1926 the College Board administered the first SAT exam. 06/24/1916 Mary Pickford became the first female film star to sign a million dollar contract. 06/25/1993 Kim Campbell was chosen as the leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada, succeeding Brian Mulroney, and becoming the first female Prime Minister of Canada.
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June 24, 2011
The third cause of climate change is... By Bert Put, Special to The View Most people have accepted the theory that our climate is changing due to man-made greenhouse gas. Of the greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide is the most prevalent but not the most aggressive. Methane (CH4) beats carbon dioxide (C02) by 23 to 27 times. It is a great pity that in order to make the greenhouse gas theory more believable some scientist found it advantageous to falsify the findings. This came out just before the Copenhagen Environmental Conference was held. There is, however, no doubt that greenhouse gas does attribute to climate change. The melting of the pole’s ice cap is used as one example. Is it not a fact that hundreds of researchers, worldwide are attesting to that, their reputations being at stake? (Among them, David Suzuki and Al Gore). And than there are hundreds of climatologists stating that the pole ice is really melting because of a natural climate change due to cosmic activity. They base their theory on historic occurrences. (Dr. T. Ball and Professor Timothy Patterson are two Canadian clima-
tologists of note, contributing regularly to the Canadian Free Press and the National Post). There is a third group of scientists who has developed a theory that the ice cap is melting due to natural causes and human activity. They have determined that the North Pole in particular has become the dumping ground of particulate matter. Particulate matter consists of microscopic small particles of dust that drift with the prevailing airflows and are deposited on the polar snow and ice cap. The majority of the matter is unburned fuel in the form of carbon particles. Human activity, such as power generation, transportation, manufacturing, heating, slash burning and, yes, our beloved BBQ, and wood and coal fired fireplaces are contributing factors. We all know that the neutral colour white deflects the heat from the sun’s rays and that causes a slowing down of the rate of melting of the ice. Put a layer of black ash on top of the ice and snow, and not only is it impossible for the ice and snow to deflect the heat but the colour black absorbs the heat and accelerates the melting rate. This process has a snowball effect. The accelerated melted water will warm up the water un-
der the ice and warms, ever so slightly, ocean currents. “The poles have a major influence on our climate. They function as the air conditioners of our planet. Reduce the effectiveness of the poles of controlling climate and earth’s climate will change,” said Patricia Quinn of the Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Cutting black carbon, not just greenhouse gases, might be a quicker fix. Technologies are available that can remove up to 97 per cent of man-caused particulate matter. In the manufacturing industry combinations of bag-house filtration and electrostatic precipitation equipment do an adequate job in capturing particulate matter. Do away with backyard BBQs, campfires and wood and coal fired fireplaces and particulate matter loading of our atmosphere will be reduced. Don’t laugh, these measures are applied in many countries. Many types of diesel engines are significant contributors to particulate pollution, but the real big culprits are to be found in the Far East. It is this last theory, backed up by research results of ice core samples, that makes the most sense to me.
The Best of the West Roller Derby Tournament Submitted by Kaz Zvanitajs The Best of the West Roller Derby Tournament was a great success and an exciting weekend of derby. The event was hosted by the Okanagan Roller Derby League (OKRD) and put on by the Canadian Women's Roller Derby Association (CWRDA). Eight teams from Victoria, Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, the Kootenays, Saskatoon and Kelowna participated along with a number of referees, NSO's (non-skating officials), announcers & photographers from across Western Canada and Seattle, San Diego and various western states. The winner of this tournament will go on to play the
winner of the "Bloodspill on the Hill" Easterns Tournament that took place last weekend in Ottawa. Here are how the teams placed: 1 - E-ville (Edmonton) 2 - Eves of Destruction (Victoria) 3 - Oil City (Edmonton) 4 - Belladonnas (Red Deer) 5 - Kootenay Kannibelles 6 - Mindfox (Saskatoon) 7 - Hellion Rebellion (Calgary) 8 - Peach Tarts (Kelowna)
LEFT: A member of the Saskatoon Roller Derby team leaps over Kelowna's Peach Tart's jammer "Freeda Krunk-It". Troy Hill, of Wandering Castle Photography
Chamber news Information on the Harmonized Sales Tax By Rob Campbell President, Peachland Chamber of Commerce I had the opportunity to attend and participate in the recent BC Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting, which was held in Prince George. This meeting is, of course, held every year in different cities around the province and is focused on the role of the BC Chamber of Commerce, combined with the local Chambers from each city. This collective group represents BC Business, Leadership in Action. It is your voice that is heard at both the municipal and provincial government levels, as well as at the national level, via the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. One of our key speakers this year was Kevin Falcon, Minister of Finance and Deputy Premier. On his immediate agenda is the HST. In his new role as Minister of Finance, he addressed our audience right out front by saying, the government is very aware of the disappointment and anger from the people of British Columbia in how the HST was introduced. He said that proper communication and education between government and the people is key to the success of that government. He admits that at the time government did an extremely poor job of explaining the reasons and benefits for moving to HST, but that the government is committed to changing how issues as important as taxation, health care and education, are communicated in the future. He said, we have learned a hard lesson and we want and need
your input. I feel this is a very positive statement and a long overdue move forward. Further to this, he went on to explain that despite our anger, we need to look very carefully at why HST is good for the people and good for the province. He is urging everyone to read the educational materials put out not only by the government, but by independent organizations such as the Canadian Tax Foundation, Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants, Institute of Chartered Accountants of BC, the Smart Tax Alliance and the BC Chamber of Commerce. The information on HST can be found on each of their web sites. Finally, he confirmed the HST will be reduced to 10 per cent from the current 12 per cent. If we go back to the old PST, GST system, the tax will remain at 12 per cent, so this will cost all of us more money. He is urging that we vote from a place of knowledge and not anger. Both the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and BC Chamber of Commerce are strong advocates for the HST. There has been considerable research, symposiums, discussions and papers written on why we need to move to a Harmonized Sales Tax. Following are some summary points that should be considered when voting. If HST is extinguished (removed), then: For the general public, what could be lost? The HST drop to 10 per cent from 12 per cent for GST/PST Payments of $175 for children and seniors Additional payments for low income seniors
An average family will pay $120 less per year For businesses, what is at stake? HST will remove over $2 billion in annual costs to business Savings of $150 million in annual PST compliance costs through one audit submission process Having to increase Corporate Income Tax, January 1, 2012 by 2 per cent For the province, what is at stake or loss? Overall investment climate, $11 billion in new investment by 2020, over 24,000 new jobs $1.6 billion in Federal Transition funds, balanced provincial budget by 2013/2014 and revenue for social programs The Chambers support the HST because it is good for BC and gets rid of an antiquated tax that results in higher costs and prices to everyone. The changes that were made make the decision easy to support, once you know all the facts. That information is readily available to everyone. A 10 per cent HST is better than a 12 per cent combined PST/GST. To further help you understand HST vs. PST/GST there is an interesting video on You Tube. Visit http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=nZXu3LXNwEg. The HST referendum ballot question will read: Are you in favour of extinguishing the HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) and reinstating the PST (Provincial Sales Tax) in conjunction with the GST (Goods and Services Tax)? Yes or No You must vote No, to keep the HST.
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June 24, 2011
Around Peachland
Susan Shaw and her palomino Missy. Susan won High Point in the Nervous Novice Division and Darlene won High Point Reserve in the Nervous Novice Division. The Peachland Riding Club has six gymkhanas per year and two fun days, as well there is a high school rodeo in the fall. On July 1st there is a BCBRA (BC Barrel Racers Assoc.) approved race that brings barrel racers from all over to compete. Photo Constance Roth
Darlene Pappas and her horse Crimson. Darlene won High Point Reserve in the Nervous Novice Division after two fun days at Gymkhana, held June 19 at the Peachland Riding Club. Photo Constance Roth
Richard Smith snapped this photo showing the type of 50 ton truck with load that is travelling on our residential roads and destroying them. He asks: How would you like them on your street? Photo Richard Smith
Rita Macdonnell, front, Joan Dupuis, right, and left Phyllis Papineau work to repaint the weather-worn mural at the south end of town. The Rotary Club supplied the paint, and the Peachland Arts Council is doing the painting. The Arts Council first painted the mural 11 years ago. Photo Constance Roth
Ana Frias, left, Jessyca Nielsen, middle and Alyx Walsh at the Peachland Youth Centre bake sale. The sale was held to raise funds for the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club. Photo Constance Roth
Melanie Sntturi gets some serious airtime while her brother Matthew looks on. The two were having some high-flying fun last weekend on the trampoline. Photo Constance Roth
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