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by Joanne Layh Last week, Peachlanders had a chance to see what the former Edgewater Hotel and adjacent building might look like if re-zoning and development applications move forward. At an open house held at the Peachland Community Centre last Thursday, TNI president Steve Allison, along with a design team, revealed concept plans for a three-story building that would effectively serve as a south anchor on Beach Avenue. According to plans presented at the open house, the ground floor of the approximately 40,000-square-foot building would consist of commercial units for retail use, such as a pub and restaurants. Office space on the second floor would be occupied by TNI, with the possibility of some executive office space on the floor, as well. The third floor of the mixed-use building would contain four non-market resi-

dential units. “When we started the initial design work we looked at the charrette report that was done a few years ago, which is part of the downtown plan, and we put together something that works with the land owner’s needs today but also keeps the options open for the future,” Shane Worman of Worman Homes Worman Commercial said. “With TNI’s wishes, we wanted to try to create something that we felt fit in with the downtown in Peachland. It wasn’t so unique and different that it was coming from somewhere else. We tried to keep colours muted and tones with the kind of the beachy feel. So we do some whites, some yellows, some natural rock to try and maintain a nice warm feel to the building,” Worman told The View. Worman says that in the designs they’ve set the building back so it comes out further on the main floor, back a bit on the second, then

back a little further still on the third floor to subtly create a little less imposing impact on pedestrians than just going straight up off the street three stories. The main floor footprint, which includes a small number of parking stalls at the back, is about 15,000 square feet in size. Hans Newmann, the architect who created the building design, says that a future vision for Waldo Way has been incorporated into the design of the building. “That’s why we’ve articulated and brought the stone from the front of the building around to the back. Normally you wouldn’t have it facing out in the alley. With the current market and the building being built in the next year or so, the intention now is for the back to be garages for onsite parking.” Newmann says that in the future, those garage doors could be turned into glazed overContinued on page 2

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Mixed opinions voiced at Hangingstone public hearing by Joanne Layh Approximately 20 people came out to the Hangingstone public hearing this week to voice their concerns and find out more about the plan to develop 5976 Princess Street and 6026 Highway 97 into a multi-level strata housing development. Back in 2006, Peachland council passed first and second reading of a zoning bylaw amendment for what was then a 100-unit project. Shortly after that, council suspended all development applications within the lower Princeton area until an area sector plan (ASP) could be completed to address water and traffic network issues. The lower Princeton ASP was finally adopted in September of 2011, which is why the developer has come forward again now to advance the project. However, between 2006 and 2011 Peachland council established an affordable housing policy direction that now requires developers to provide 10 per cent affordable housing. As a

result, the developer returned to the district with revised plans that now offer 10 per cent affordable housing plus additional bonus density units, bringing the scale of the project up to 120 units. In February Peachland council rescinded the previous bylaw and gave second reading to a zoning amendment bylaw that takes into account the additional units. The developer, Bob Bennett, and architect Clive McKenzie appeared at the public hearing to offer a few details about the project. “We’re probably planning on developing it in two phases,” Bennett said. “The lower portion first, and then the other side. There are too many units to bring on the market all at once. I would suggest two years for the first phase from when we start digging in the ground, but we’re going to wait for the market to improve.” The developer also mentioned a willingness to provide monuments at the fur brigade trail and indicated that an outdoor

vertical garden with a swimming pool and hot tub has been incorporated into the project as an amenity. However, residents also brought forward the following concerns: • Plans do not provide a highway emergency access for firefighters; • There are currently no plans to connect the project with Hawkes Street; • The height of the project is now greater than what was originally proposed and might negatively impact the views from existing Princess Street properties; • The scale of the project has grown from what was originally proposed due to the additional affordable housing and bonus density units; • Affordable units won’t be very affordable if they are designated to the bottom floor, resulting in increased cost because they will have to bear the most weight; • Public access to the fur brigade trail might not be included into the developer’s plans; • Increased traffic congestion could result on

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Influence the Future of Peachland Community Centre! The District of Peachland, in conjunction with Renaissance-GHM Architects Inc., is completing a Feasibility Study to explore the future potential for expanding and/or renovating the existing Community Centre. Peachland Community Centre has served us well for more than 23 years, but it no longer meets all the needs of our growing and changing community. Many grant opportunities have tight timelines and this study will ensure that we have a project ready should favorable circumstances present themselves.

We Need Your Help! The success of this project depends on your participation. Between February 27 and March 30 the planning team will be seeking input from individuals and groups in the community to ensure that any future changes are a true reflection of our collective interests and concerns. Each household will be asked to complete and return a survey. Get your copy in today’s edition of the Peachland View or pick up a copy at the District Office, Community Centre, Library, or 50+ Centre. You can also print a copy of the survey online at www.peachland.ca. Click the Recreation Tab and Feasibility Study. If you have any questions about this project, please contact the Recreation Department at 250-767-2133.

Princess Street, and • Traffic studies haven’t been completed yet, leaving many unknowns still at this point. Several of the concerns brought forward did not relate specifically to rezoning and were deferred until the development and building permit stages of the process.

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redevelopment plans in the immediate future, “At least it starts it. And then maybe Ponderosa, maybe the marina, it all happens in bits and pieces . . . but it [the building] works for now, for real.” The proposed development is currently in the re-zoning and development application stages.

head doors in keeping with the Waldo Way concept presented in the downtown report. TNI president Steve Allison says that while the economics are not present to implement the full extent of downtown

Peachland regular council meeting highlights - February 28, 2012 by Erin Hayman Development review deposits policy Council adopted the development review deposits policy, which standardizes payment of developer deposits in advance, and ensures that there are no direct costs to the district for developer related services. Development permit application – Pentowna Marina Ltd. Council gave approval to a development permit application for the Pentowna Marina, with the conditions that a riparian areas regulation report be completed by a qualified environmental professional. The permit will allow for upgrades to be done to the existing facility such as new fences, trash receptacles, and storm drainage. Bylaw contraventions – 4020 Smith Way Road and 4534 Princeton Avenue Council directed to place Bylaw Contravention Notice on Title for two properties in Peachland. 4020 Smith Way Road is in contravention of the Controlled Substances Property Remediation Bylaw for the discovery

of a grow operation. 4534 Princeton Avenue is in contravention of the Building Bylaw for the unlawful placement of a construction trailer without obtaining a building permit prior to placement of the trailer. Seasonal Sidewalk Patios, Merchant Displays and Mobile Vending Bylaw Council gave first, second and third readings to the Seasonal Sidewalk Café, Merchant Display and Mobile Vending Bylaw No. 1983, 2012. This bylaw will help to better facilitate the seasonal requests for such businesses, a policy will be before council after the bylaw is adopted. OBWB – water conservation grant Council approved making an application to the Okanagan Basin Water Board water conservation grant for the purpose of managing the districts water supplies through the development of a water evaluation and planning model. The model will be used to illustrate supply and demand model results and water management options to district council and the public. If you would like to receive council highlights by email please contact Erin Hayman at ehayman@peachland.ca.

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In Brief by Joanne Layh

Septic survey deadline extended If you’re on a septic system and don’t have access to sewer hook up, the district would like to know how that’s working out for you. Recently, affected residents were mailed a septic survey that will help the district make technical assessments and determine future sewer line priorities. If you received a questionnaire in the mail, the deadline to return it to the district has been extended to Friday, March 9. Residents can return their completed questionnaire by the following methods: • Fax to 250-767-6370; • Drop off or mail to District of Peachland office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, V0H 1X7; • Scan and email to projects@peachland.ca; or • Email projects@peachland.ca to request an electronic version of the form that can be completed and sent back via email. If you are on a septic system and haven’t received a questionnaire, ring the public works department at 250767-2108 or email projects@peachland.ca to request a copy. The information gathered through the survey will be presented at an open house later this year.

Free emergency support services training session This month Central Okanagan Emergency Support Services (ESS) will be hosting a free training session organized primarily for West Kelowna, Peachland, and the Central Okanagan West Electoral Area residents who would like to volunteer their services. ESS program volunteers provide oncall response, temporary accommodation, food, and other assistance to anyone who is displaced by an emergency. The ESS registration and referrals training course will take place on Saturday, March 24 at the Peachland Community Centre. The session is free and lunch will be provided to all participants. Those interested in volunteering must pre-register by Monday, March 5 by emailing ﬂavelle@shaw.ca. For more information about the program, contact coordinator Catherine Williams at eoc. ess@kelowna.ca.

Yard waste collection starts up this month Residents who receive municipal curbside garbage collection service were eligible to receive this year’s first yard waste pick up on March 1. The service will continue to be offered to residents every two weeks until the end of November. Yard waste pick up will be offered to residents in alternate weeks to their recycling pick up. If residents are unsure when their yard waste collection week falls, they can either check out the Living Greener calendar at regionaldistrict.com/recycle, or download the new my waste app at regionaldistrict.com/mywasteapp. If residents anticipate an abundance of yard waste, they can purchase up to two additional 360-litre yard waste cards from the district. Waste Reduction staff say yard waste should be put out for collection by 7 a.m. on the morning of your regular garbage day. Accepted items include: • Leaves; • Wood chips, bark; • Needles; • Garden plants; • Grass clippings; and • Branches and pruning’s up to five centimetres (two inches) in diameter and less than one metre (three feet) in length. Garbage, plastic bags, rocks, sod, flowerpots, landscape cloth, fruit droppings, and kitchen scraps are not acceptable items to put in the yard waste bin. Waste Reduction facilitator Rae Stewart encourages residents to take advantage of the service to help save valuable landfill service and reduce unnecessary traffic congestion at the landfill. Stewart says that last year alone they collected approximately 12,000 tonnes of yard waste at the curb and turned it into high quality compost.

New rebate for wood stove change outs

pants a minimum $150 rebate off the suggested retail price of a new EPA/ CSA emission approved replacement appliance through participating retailers, manufacturers, and distributors. Regional district staff say that consumers will receive the rebate when they surrender their old wood burning appliance for recycling. Participating retailers will recycle the old stoves and complete all the necessary paperwork for the rebates on behalf of program participants. The woodstove change out rebate is being offered in addition to the $250 rebate available through the regional air quality program. RDCO staff say that smoke from wood burning stoves and fireplaces is the greatest source of particulate matter next to open burning. They estimate that over 20,000 inefficient conventional wood stoves or masonry fireplaces are still installed in valley homes.

Spring discovery program at Shannon Lake Regional Park Regional parks staff will be on hand at Shannon Lake Regional Park on Monday, March 19th from 9:30 am to 11:30 am for a family friendly outdoor program. The spring discovery program will include outdoor games and activities for all ages. Registration for the program is not required. The 3.7-hectare regional park is located just off Shannon Lake Road. For more information visit the regional district at regionaldistrict.com/ parks, email eeco@cord.bc.ca or ring the EECO at 250-469-6140.

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If you use an old wood burning stove or fireplace insert, the Regional District of the Central Okanagan (RDCO) is once again offering you a chance to save some money if you upgrade to a cleaner burning unit. Central Okanagan residents have until the end of April to participate in the great Okanagan wood stove change out program. The program offers partici-

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In response to opposition regarding installation of playground equipment at the municipal park located on Morrison Crescent, the District of Peachland will be holding a public open house in Council Chambers (4450 6th Street) on Monday, March 5th from 6:00-8:00 pm to give voice to the community so that council can determine if installation of the equipment in this park will proceed. Anyone interested in the project is welcome to drop in to view the project plans. Comments will be received in person or in writing up until Tuesday, March 6 at 12:00 pm. For further information please call the Director of Community Services at 250-767-2133.

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Opinion

Peek into the Past

Let’s make this a better place

hat? You’ve given up on your New Year’s resolution already? Frankly, resolutions are overrated unless you are truly committed to change and betterment. Many of us are guilty of expecting change when we don’t do anything to bring it about. It’s like opening the closet door and having everything tumble out. If you don’t rearrange the closet, nothing will change the next time you open it. Sadly, there are people in Peachland (and in a million other small towns) that wallow in so much negativity that they don’t know any different. Being positive about something is so foreign to them; all they can see is the bad. Yes, there is a lot of evil in the world, a lot of sadness. But there’s a lot of good, too. Some people are not content to just sit back and watch the world go by. They believe change is necessary to bring about positive outcomes. We see the potential for positive change happening in Peachland in the new year, such as the plans for renovating the primary school, realizing plans to establish a permanent home for the Boys and Girls Clubs, and the first steps towards implementing the downtown charrette report. We think the world in Peachland would be a better place if: • More people got involved in the community instead of criticizing it; • A bully saw how hurtful his or her actions were to the new kid in school; • A drug addict resolved to go clean and help others do the same; • People realized how much gas they’re spending driving to the next town to do their shopping; • More parents got involved in their child’s learning; and • More individuals realized how important our ecosystem is. Changing the way you’ve been doing something for years isn’t easy. It’s like changing a drug habit. But if we don’t try, we can never say we did. The Peachland View

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Remembering Rusty Rusty Palmer was a UBC graduate who studied pharmacy and his sister was a track and ﬁeld champion who attended the Olympics in the 1930’s and also the British Empire Games, where she won a medal. They lived in Trepanier when they were growing up. In the 1980’s Rusty made his home again on the family farm, which is now known as Palmer’s Flats. He was an interesting local character who spent a lot of time at the old Totem Inn in his later years. Photo courtesy the Peachland Historical Society

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Potential food tax is insane Dear Editor, Dear David Naylor, president of the University of Toronto and Elizabeth Cannon, president of the University of Calgary, I am disappointed in these university’s support of Michael Smart’s and Jack Mintz’s recent comments about applying taxes (GST) to groceries. I was of the impression that these universities are a place of higher learning and only employed the best Canadian instructors. The problem with taxing food and lowering taxes is so clearly obvious. Appling tax on food and lowering income tax is another way of offloading the burden of taxes from the rich to the poor, the people least able to cope with the added expense. Rich and poor alike consume approximately the same amount of food/ calories per day. Since there are far more poor than rich, the poor would contribute a disproportionate amount of tax. The people most able to contribute to the overall economic success of our nation and least affected by the lower tax rate will be given a tax relief.

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Your instructors are living in the ivory tower bubble and have not been paying attention to the plight of the poor. One only needs to look to their own town squares to see who is “occupying” it. Countries are in civil wars the world over because the ivory tower set has not been paying attention to the real world. Economics only work if there is an economy and to have an economy there has to be people. Nikola Tesla stated, “The scientists of today think deeply instead of clearly. One must be sane to think clearly, but one can think deeply and be quite insane.” It appears your instructors are quite the deep thinkers. If you do not understand what I mean, let me give you an example. Example of thinking deeply: The USA spent millions figuring out how to get a pen to write in space. Example of thinking clearly: Russians just used a pencil. It is my opinion the best source of revenue is to mine back our countries contribution to these institutions of deep thinking. Just some food for thought. W. Rice, Peachland

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The delicate balance between safety and privacy MP Dan Albas - Commentary Now that Bill C-30 has been effectively that Bill C-30 would allow law enforceparked at committee stage review, I be- ment to eavesdrop or spy on Canadians lieve it is important that as Canadians we without a warrant. Many citizens whom focus on the core issue that many have I spoke with that were initially opposed overlooked in this discusbecame far more supportsion. I know that many ive once the real facts, incitizens will rejoice in the cluding the requirement news that Bill C-30, comfor judicial involvement, monly labelled in the mein the bill became known. dia as the “internet spy Why does this matter? bill” is now idle before a Recently an association of parliamentary committee police chiefs website was for review and potential hacked successfully by unrevision. known online individuals. After all, how could any Were the hackers crimicitizen, much less a Memnals? Were they looking to ber of Parliament, support disclose confidential law Dan Albas, MP a bill that allowed law enenforcement information forcement to eavesdrop on to criminal organizations? innocent Canadians without a warrant or We do not know. Previously it was discovjudicial oversight? The problem is, that ered that online hackers had penetrated is never what Bill C-30 proposed to do. Nortel network computer systems. IntelWhat Bill C-30 did propose was to allow lectual property, confidential bidding law enforcement to obtain basic contact information, R&D along with technical information about an individual’s online papers were all potentially accessed in an identity no different than can be obtained unauthorized manner that is suggested to today from a licence plate number in a hit have compromised the company in many and run accident. There were, of course, areas. other provisions within the bill but insoThe amount of information online and far as the ability to obtain information the reliance of the internet and Canadian without judicial oversight, it was limited industry are increasing on a daily basis. to basic contact information and not per- Many health authorities are now movsonal communications. It should also be ing in the direction of electronic health noted that much of this same information records as a means of efficiency and enthat law enforcement cannot at present ac- hanced patient care. As a country we need cess, is readily available online and is fre- to seriously ponder the fact that while quently used by criminals who engage in much of our information is moving onactivities such as identity theft and fraud. line, our ability to police and secure that Why I raise this issue is because in large information is falling further and further part much of the public opinion I heard behind. was principally based on a mistaken belief If my report this week sounds like a de-

fence of Bill C-30, it is not intended to be. The greater concern is that government has a role to protect the interests of Canadians and to safeguard our national position from those who seek to profit from our wealth, our intellectual capacity, and our greatest resource, which is our people. If Canadian personal information continues to be at risk we will increasingly see innocent Canadians being victimized. If vested and anonymous interest can largely and successfully misinform Canadians through the internet and other electronic means then the ability of government to enact legislation to that pro-

How do you thank a community that has opened their hearts to you, like Peachland has done for me? Three years ago I moved here from Ontario and was feeling lonely and missing my small town in Ontario. That feeling has long gone. I am heading off on my fourth shepherd’s pie tour this Saturday. I will be on the road for five weeks driving from town to town, cooking shepherd’s pie in soup kitchens. I involve the media and politicians in order to raise awareness and action on addressing the many complex issues that our fellow Canadians that call the streets their home face on a daily basis. Thanks go out to the many of you who have opened your hearts and your wal-

lets in order to assist in the funding of this tour. Many of you attended the fundraiser suppers I did at the Waterfront Grill and the Peachland legion. Thanks to both the Waterfront and the legion for hosting these events and all of you who attended. Shayn Moritz of Edward Jones and The Peachland Lion’s Club made generous donations, as well as TNI (Effective Printing), who also did all the printing for my recent CD, Invisible. I will be performing one last time at the Waterfront Grill this Friday, March 2 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. It is a bit of a goodbye Papa Thom party coupled with my official CD release. Please drop by and wish me safe travels as I leave the next morning on my 14,000 km trek. Thank you so much, Peachland and God bless. See you in April. Papa Thom (aka: Keith Thom)

Wendy Takenaka (left) and Pelma Haffenden decorate the bulletin board at the community centre in fun spring colours in time for the volunteer breakfast. Constance Roth photo

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News from the Wellness Centre Men’s coffee and cards about spending time together Brave woman invades hallowed ground by Vicki Warner It was a Friday morning when I peeked through the front door of our Peachland Wellness Centre. This was a mission for which I had to use all my courage, for I, a woman, had promised to invade the hallowed ground of the men’s cards and coffee meeting and get all the dirt on it. I took a deep breath, removed my dark glasses, and entered. Two very active games of cribbage were going on - two men at one board, and three at the other. Whereas women seem to gather close together for such activities, the guys apparently didn’t care about being in proximity to each other at all. Every now and again they would make a comment or crack a

joke across the room. It was a comfortable and satisfying atmosphere. I was very relieved. They seemed to welcome my presence in their space, and even showed interest in why I was there. By the end of our time together I knew what their likes and dislikes were and that this time together was so important to them that they have organized two such times in the week, instead of just one. They are a pretty sharp crowd. Besides sharing their interest in being together at a safe distance (“we never talk too deep about things”), they also know that women volunteers respond to compliments by making and presenting lovely sweet treats during their game time. They are organized, too. There are three forbidden topics of discussion - women, politics, and religion. By sticking to these principles of charm and good sense, they have a very harmonious

and fun gathering every Tuesday at 1 p.m. and Friday at 10 a.m. I came away from our meeting with new respect for these men and the tireless women volunteers who spoil them rotten on a regular basis. Are you a man who every now and then wishes just to have the company of other men while enjoying card games or cribbage? I can almost promise you would really enjoy this. In other news, two recent winners of a free Sunday breakfast are Jacqueline Gaudet and Carol Clements. As well, the CRA community volunteer income tax program has begun. The service is free for qualifying people with low incomes. Please contact the PWC at 250-767-0141 to access this program. For more information, feel free to email us at wellnesscentre@shaw.ca, visit peachlandwellnesscentre. ca, or check us out on Facebook.

Responsible budgeting in an uncertain world. To prosper in today’s turbulent global economy, discipline and focus are essential. All around us we see governments paying the price for overspending and uncontrolled debt. In BC, we have a different story.

Budget 2012 builds on our progress. • S pending controlled to just 2% on average per year, keeping us on track to balance Budget 2013

• B C enjoys a AAA credit rating after 7 successive upgrades by credit rating agencies

• I ncreasing the HST rebate threshold to $850,000 to help the new home construction industry and provide home buyers up to $42,500 in rebates

• A very low debt in relation to the size of our economy means we’re seen as a safe harbour for investment

• C reating a new $10,000 BC First-Time New Home Buyers’ Bonus for first-time buyers of newly-built homes

• B C has the lowest provincial personal income taxes in Canada for individuals earning up to $120,000 per year

• E xtending the Training Tax Credit program to help employers and workers take part in apprenticeship programs

• I n fact, when all taxes are considered, British Columbians generally have one of the lowest tax burdens in the country

• E liminating the provincial jet fuel tax for international flights to spur trade and tourism

Net Debt-to-GDP ratio is a key measure of debt affordability.

We’re working to keep BC’s economy strong in the face of global economic uncertainty. When other economies are looking inward, BC is reaching out to seize opportunities around the world. British Columbia. Canada Starts Here.

BC 17.6% *

Canada 37% **

US 78% **

France 84% **

* Forecast for end of 2012/13. Source: Budget 2012 ** Forecast for 2012. Source: International Monetary Fund, Fiscal Monitor, September 2011

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Youth News

Peachland

Local youth worker, Caleigh has plenty to share by Caleigh Ellis Youth Worker

choice. Currently programs are offered in Peachland from Monday through Thursday evening, and activity trips outside of Peachland take place on Fridays. Research across Canada shows that too many youth have limited The District of Peachland has been very supportive in the developopportunities to achieve their full potential. As a supportive comment of the youth program, both in terms of funding and shaping the munity, we cannot continue to hope that the problem will resolve service through a formal agreement. The investment that the municiitself. Adolescent youth across the country have been shut out of pality has made in the youth of the community is very encouraging. activities and places where they once thrived. Allowing youth to be Along with the Peachland Chamber of Commerce, the Okanagan active participants in community activities is a key determinant of Boys and Girls Clubs were chosen to be an anchor tenant in the their health and buffers against the risks many young people face. Peachland Primary School. The Boys and Girls Clubs will have two Communities need to become youth friendly – places where youth classrooms and a kitchen. One classroom will be designated as the can feel comfortable, valuable, empowered, connected, and safe. youth centre, and the other will be a multi-purpose facility that will The District of Peachland and the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs be set up for programs for children, youth and families. Raising have partnered to create a youth friendly environment in Peachland. funds to complete the interior renovations is well underway and we In 2009, the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs were invited into have received funding through the Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada Peachland to consult with youth and the community about programs granting program that is specifically dedicated to the renovations. for youth. A full community needs assessment was completed and As the youth worker I supervise the Peachland youth program. I presented to council. The result was the recommendation to coun- oversee and interact with the youth in a positive manner to ensure cil to hire a youth worker and support the development of a youth a safe and supportive environment for them. I also work with other centre. The municipality and the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs en- programs and services within the organization to facilitate the partictered into a five-year agreement to employ a youth worker. By June of ipation of Peachland youth in those programs. I started my position 2009 the first youth worker was hired and mobile programs began as the Peachland youth worker in early November of 2011. Before around the area. In 2010, the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs were taking this position I was working in the remote First Nations comnamed anchor tenants in the Peachland Primary School building. munity of Lac La Ronge, Saskatchewan as the community recreation Since then, Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs staff have participated coordinator and used the Search Institutes 40 developmental assets on the implementation committee and began planning for the reno- as a framework for my youth programming. I graduated from Brock vation of the interior and the creation of a youth centre. University with an Applied Health Sciences Bachelor of Recreation Activities in the Peachland youth programs are youth driven. and Leisure, with a major in Community Recreation. For my underPeachland youth are given opportunities to plan activities that graduate thesis I worked with a community and their youth council they want, take a leadership role in the community, and explore to achieve the Play Works Youth Friendly designation. the Okanagan beyond the confines of the community. Youth proI am so excited to be a part of the Boys and Girls Club family and grams provide supervised, fun, and safe places for youth, where be able to work so closely with the municipality help everyone yard waste ad feb11:Layout 1 2/11/11 1:02 PM toPage 1 they are accepted and can learn new skills. All youth need to belong achieve the goal of creating an atmosphere where youth can thrive somewhere, and the youth programs provide them with a positive and be considered important members of their community.

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Naitaka District Girl Guides celebrate Thinking Day in Peachland by Jennie Hill Naitaka District Girl Guides transformed the Peachland Community Centre into a world of Guiding on Saturday, February 26 to celebrate World Thinking Day. On February 22 of each year, Girl Guides and Scouts worldwide celebrate World Thinking Day for the birthday of Founder, Lord Robert Baden-Powell and his wife, the World Chief Guide, Lady Olave Baden-Powell. The Naitaka District Girl Guides and their families with passports in hand were out exploring other countries. A total of 12 units each hosted a booth for the travelers to make crafts, sample national dishes, and learn more about Guiding in other parts

of the world. With over 400 in attendance, it seemed as busy as YVR. The event was also an opportunity to recognize the efforts of the many volunteers that make the Girl Guide program a success in our community. “We have such gratitude for all the fabulous women that give their time to help the girls get the most out of their Guiding experience,” Claire Sokoloski, Naitaka District Commissioner proclaimed in her thank you speech during the awards presentation. There’s always a lot going on in Guiding, but we need more leaders to make it all happen. If you are interested in volunteering with the Girl Guides of Canada email membership@monasheegirlguides.com or call 1-800-565-8111.

Gracey Larson, left and Kristen Hanik were just two of the representatives for the 1st Naitaka Brownies from West Kelowna. Constance Roth photos

The 1st Naitaka Sparks from West Kelowna represented Ireland at the Naitaka District Girl Guides Thinking Day event.

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Peachy People: Keith â&#x20AC;&#x153;Papaâ&#x20AC;? Thom Filling the bellies of Canadians

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Why did you choose to live in this town? Because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great little town and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always lived in small towns. What has been your crowning achievement? All six of our children are right at the top of the list. What would make Peachland a nicer community? It just doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get any better. Do you have a goal in life? To enable young people to be all they can be, especially those that by no fault of their own have to live on the streets, homeless. If you had one super power, what would it be? To put food in the bellies of all Canadians, especially young people. If you won the $50 million Max lottery, what would you do with the money? Assist agencies that help people with addictions and mental health issues. If you were the mayor of Peachland, what would you do? Change my last name to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fieldingâ&#x20AC;? so we wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to spend money on new business cards when Keith retires. If you were a ďŹ&#x201A;y, which wall in town would you like to inhabit? The Peachland Museum, so I could get a feel of the history of this great town.

If you could fast forward the District of Peachland by 50 years, what can you visualize? A vibrant town rich in the music and arts. What do you do in your spare time? Snuggle with my sweetie as much as possible. What community issues need the most attention? Services for the very young and the very old as both groups are very vulnerable and deserve all the assistance we can give. What would be your ideal job? Executive director of a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s camp. As of April 15th I will be the new director of Camp Owaissi on Westside Road and I feel very fortunate that I have been offered this position. Who inspires you the most? My wife and my children. What is your greatest extravagance? Fresh new strings for my guitar every three weeks. Man, they sound so good when they are new. When and where were you happiest? This very moment, right here in Peachland. Which talent would you most like to have? I would love to play piano and have a brand new left knee as the old one aches. What is your favourite music? Any music that comes from the heart: folk, classical, country, rock, and even heavy metal music.

Snooker update: We have a winner, Peachland by Barrie Hewer With only 12 games remaining, there is no one left that can tie or pass the Peachland Legionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Snooker League point leader of the 2011 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2012 season of tournament play. The usual names crowd the top of the leader board, but a new, first time, name is on top. Harry Rusch, a long-time member of the Peachland Little Snooker League (PLSL), has over the past several months put on a dazzling display of the skills required to reach the lofty heights of PLSL top point leader. For his efforts, he will receive a handsome trophy and prize at the PLSL banquet. Well done, Harry! Now for the championship round. Starting on March

5, the annual double knock-out round robin tournament will begin. This is the 15th consecutive year for this annual tournament and it has never failed to be entertaining. League organizers have advised World Snooker International that the recent rule changes sent down from this governing body will not be used during the remainder of the PLSL 2011 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2012 season of play. This may affect our accreditation; weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see. The Friday, 5 p.m. ladies league at the legion will continue and new members are welcome. Games are shared, and everyone gets a turn. Lee Chevalier, a former PLSL champion, will provide skill development techniques. 2 The Peachland View

Standings as of February 19: Harry Rusch

Dwayne Smith

Deb Stewart

Ken Davis

Tony Wright

Allison Lavis

Darcy Weston

Scott Wilshaw

Bob Menzies

Bryan Saul

Frank Reind

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Harry Pankratz

Calvin Petryna

Ron Polak

John VanHuystee

Scott Wilshaw

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Mike Wototschek

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Notice of Annual General Meeting PEACHLAND COMMUNICATIONS SOCIETY MONDAY MARCH 12, 2012, 1:30 PM Community Policing Building

Seek, select, see, swirl, smell, sip, slurp, spit, swallow, and share: the no b.s. wine selection method by Bruce Fuller

Financial report - Operations report Secretary report - Any other pertinent business Election of directors and executive New members needed. If you benefit from our community service, re-broadcasting CBC Radio 2, Shaw TV from Kelowna and Knowledge Network, into Peachland, please attend this meeting. - Robert Grieve, Vice President

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Seek: Why are you looking? Do you need something to pair with snacks, lunch, or dinner? Picnicking? BBQ? Gifting? Tout seul? BC wineries and wine stores are jam-packed with juice at all prices and each has its uniqueness and reason for being. When hunting wines, cut to the chase. Tell salespeople Bruce Fuller what your plans are, how much coin is in your jeans, and be mindful that you normally get what you pay for but best is not always most expensive and visaversa. Then follow their wiggling wine finger to the ideal shelf space. Select: Read the back label, not an artsy front guaranteed to whiplash you to full stop when aisle cruising. Read the clever prose on the flip side and you might find pairing hints fitting your plan and other stuff you might note when tasting. If the label’s jacked with wine-speak terminology only a sommelier (winespeak for knowledgeable wine dude) can understand or describes weird things like “delicate hints of car seat”, insist on a translation, then whip out the plastic and buy some. Yes, some. One 750-ml. bottle doesn’t cut it if you find a jewel and drink it with a friend or share with a feasting couple. See: So you’ve got the wine, an opener, a glass and someone smacking their lips in expectation. When the bottle’s opened, gently pour a couple of ounces. Lift the glass in front of a light or bright piece of white paper. Ahh, it’s a beautiful thing. Swirl: No big deal here, just don’t spray your ceiling, expensive wallpaper, or high thread-count sheets on your queen-size. Rest your glass on a tabletop and move it around in little circles. Swirling creates a mini whirlpool, opens the vino up the sides of the glass, and leads well into your next step.

Sniff: There should be ample room to stick your nose in the glass a bit, just don’t dip it in the wine. Take a whiff. It helps if you’ve not power-smoked in the hallway beforehand. What do you smell? Over a few times it’s amazing what your creative mind whispers. Does the “nose” (wine-speak: smell) remind you of fruit? Or maybe other stuff (chocolate, tobacco, old saddle leather, wet sheepdog, flowers etc.)? For instance, we have a dry Gewurztraminer that is traditionally very floral, a common trait in this varietal and visitors quickly get it. Some of our reds are very “strawberry, raspberry, plum, cherry” on the nose, yet might not necessarily taste of those fruits. If the wine smells like cork then yes, it’s probably “corked” (winespeak: bad stuff that got into the cork stinking it up, then transferring to the wine). It tastes like hell so be glad for splurging on that second bottle. Sip: Not guzzle, gulp, or shoot it. Take a small portion into the front of your mouth just behind your lower lip, at your teeth, and onto the front of your tongue and suck in a little air. Noisy, yes, but not rude when you’re tasting. With practice and a napkin close by you’re sure to impress the impressible. Slurp: Turn up the mouth noise volume. Move wine around with your tongue, feel it on the roof and sides of your mouth, and make those eating-oriental-noodles slurping sounds. It’s totally okay. Spit: If you want to or have to. If tasting a “flight” (wine-speak: bunch of wines) you’ll be whacked if you overdo it, so use the spit bucket, rinsing your mouth with water between tastes. Also, it’s not offensive to winemakers, proprietors, or hosts. Swallow: There’s no problem here unless you’re tasting a few dozen, in which case go back to the spit step. You’ve got to love this step. Share: Do it. If you’re into your own bottle, that’s what the second one is for. Don’t worry about what pairs with what at this stage. Just drink what you want with what you’ve got. I think it’s all okay, as in “anything goes with anything”. Bruce Fuller is the Founder and Proprietor of Rustico Farm & Cellars Oliver B.C. For more information visit rusticowinery.com.

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Bullying stops here! District of Peachland staff including Cheryl Wiebe, Erin Hayman, Cori Jecks, Polly Palmer, Melanie Reynolds, Heidi Simkins, Doug Pryde, and Candiss Woodman (shown left to right) supported pink shirt day, an anti-bullying campaign, by donning pink on Wednesday. Constance Roth photo

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Your Guide to Local Activities and Events SUNDAYS Jerry Dober Breakfast, 8am, Peachand Wellness Centre Peachland United Service, 10am, United Church Crystal Waters Service, 10am, Little Schoolhouse St. Margaret’s Anglican Church Worship, 10am, Little Schoolhouse Emmanuel Church Workship Service Service, 10am, Peachland Elementary School

MONDAYS Tops, 9:30am, 50+ Activity Centre Variety Singers, 9:45am, 50+ Activity Centre Morning Coffee, 10am, Peachand Wellness Centre Tai Chi, 12pm, 50+ Activity Centre Needle Arts, 1:15pm, 50+ Activity Centre Wood Carvers, Carvers, 7pm, 50+ Activity Centre

TUESDAYS Pole Walking, 8am and 9am, Peachand Wellness Centre Computer Literacy, 10am, Peachand Wellness Centre Carpet Bowling, 10am, 50+ Activity Centre Peachland Toastmasters, 12pm, Peachand Community Centre AA AA,, 12pm, 50+ Activity Centre (2nd & 4th week of the month only) Tai Chi (Wellness Centre),, 6pm, Centre) Peachand United Church

Peachland Baptist Service,, 11am, 4204 Service Lake Ave. Peachland Quilters Quilters, 1:15pm, 50+ Activity Centre

Bridge,, 7pm, 50+ Bridge Activity Centre

Meat Draw Draw,, 2pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

MARCH 4

WEDNESDAYS Aerobics, 9:30am, 50+ Activity Centre Wellness Circle, 10am, Peachand Wellness Centre Chess, 1:15pm, 50+ Activity Centre Yoga, 1:30pm, 50+ Activity Centre Sunshine Singers, 1:30pm, Peachand Wellness Centre Caregiver Support, Support 2:30pm, Peachand Wellness Centre Central Okanagan Model Railway Company Group Group, 7pm, Peachland Museum Lions Den meeting meeting, 7pm, Community Policing Station Peachland Baptist Church Gym Night Night, 7pm, Peachland Community Centre

MARCH 5

MARCH 6

Hwy 97 Committee Meeting, 2:30pm, council chambers at Peachland Community Centre. Morrison Park Playground Open House,, 6pm, council House chambers at Peachland Community Centre.

MARCH 7

THURSDAYS Pole Walking, 8am and 9am, Peachand Wellness Centre Tai Chi (Wellness Centre), 9:30am beginners 10am continued, Peachand United Church Bereavement, 10am, Peachand Wellness Centre Preschool Storytime, 11:30am, Peachland Library

FRIDAYS Yoga, 10:30am, 50+ Activity Centre Art Class, 1pm, 50+ Activity Centre (4th week of the month only) Ladies Snooker, 5pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69 Potluck, Meeting, or Entertainment, 6pm, 50+ Activity Centre (4th week of the month only)

Peachland Rotary Club Meeting Meeting,, 12pm, Gasthaus Pub

Draw, 4pm, Meat Draw, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69 Bingo, 6:45pm, 50+ Bingo, Activity Centre

MARCH 8 PEDC Meeting, 6:30pm, council chambers at Peachand Community Centre. The Peachland Economic Development Committee meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.

Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Membership Meeting & Dinner, Dinner, 6pm, Blind Angler Grill.

Carpet Bowling, 10am, 50+ Activity Centre Babytime, 11am, Peachland Library. Bond with your baby with rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories. No registration required - open to prewalkers and their caregivers. Meat Draw, 3pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69 Karaoke with Anita Anita, 7pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69 (1st - 3rd weeks of the month)

AA, 12pm, 50+ AA, Activity Centre Reiki, 1 & 2:30 pm, Reiki, Peachand Wellness Centre

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Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast, 7-9am, Peachland Community Centre. Peachland’s mayor and council invite community volunteers for an appreciation breakfast. RSVP to 250-767-2133. Papa Thom Goodbye & CD Release Party Party, 6-9pm, Waterfront Grill.

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Wednesday, Mar. 7

Thursday, Mar. 8

Friday, Mar. 9

Tween Hangout 2:30 - 5 pm 4th Street Place Free

Teen Turf 6:30 - 8 pm Peachland Community Centre Free

Tween and Middle Teen Bake-a-palooza 4th St. Anglican Church 5 - 8 pm Free

Middle Teen PS3 Night 6 - 7:30 Peachland Community Centre - Free

Middle Teen Bowling Trip Meet at Peachland Community Centre 5pm - $5

Monday, Mar. 12

Tuesday, Mar. 13

Wednesday, Mar. 14

Thursday, Mar. 15

Tween “Everybody Dance” Tournament 1 - 5 pm 4th Street Place Free

Teen Movie Afternoon 1 - 5 pm 4th Street Place Free

Tween Chefs Dinner and BIG art 5 - 7:30 pm 4th Street Anglican Church Freet

Middle Teen “Everybody Dance” Tournament 1 - 5 pm 4th Street Place Free

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Found Found on the Peachland walkway Feb. 20, a book by Pat Conroy titled Beach Music. You may pick it up at the Edward Jones office at Beach & 1st Ave. or call Lisa at 250-7673358

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PEARL COX 22 July 1940-17 Feb. 2012

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It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Pearl. She will be greatly missed by her loving husband of 49 years Malcolm, and her two sons Jeffery and Roger, her five brothers and sisters, in-laws and friends in England. Rest in Piece Pearl. The pain is now over.

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Along with his wife and children he is mourned by his sisters Marion, Ella-May, Colleen and brother Doug, as well as six grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters Dorothy, Jean and June. Alex joined the merchant navy at a young age and spent three war years at sea. Later he worked as a steamﬁtter and union oﬃcer in the U.A. Local 170 of which he was a member of for 61 years. Alex was interested in his union’s future right up until his passing. One of his favourite charities was “Doctors Without Borders.” In respect of Alex’s wishes a memorial will be held at the coast later in the spring.

Cleaning Services Local Peachland woman offering: commercial and residential cleaning. No job to big or small. Honest and reliable. Call 250-878-9729 Dog Walker Available Monday through Saturday. Call Carol between 9 am - 5 pm at 250-767-2331 to book times. Sparrowhead Music 24 Track Recording Studio Drum Lessons 12 week Pro Tools Course PA-Sound System Rentals 250-575-8757 sparrowhead@shaw.ca www.sparrowhead.ca

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Bag Days Fri. March 2nd . . . . $3.00 per bag

Alex, the father of seven children was predeceased by his ﬁrst wife Marie in 1965, leaving daughters Karen and Sheila, sons Brian, Gord and Ron. His second wife of 42 years, Betty, sons Sam and David and close family friend Linda were with him when he passed away peacefully at home after a long battle with COPD and cancer.

Painting Services Residential or commercial, New construction or repaint. Interior or exterior. Call G. C. Contracting for a free estimate. 250-767-2701

Topline Exteriors Ltd. Topline Exteriors Ltd. - Roofing (new), reroofs, repairs. Serving Peachland for 15+ years. Jeff Webster. Call 250-212-0781

Thurs. March 1st . . $5.00 per bag

Sim, Alexander Robert William January 4, 1927 - February 1, 2012

For more information Call or Text (250) 859-3893

Sat. March 3rd . . . .$1.00 per bag.

We accept donations on days that we are open. OPEN THURS. - SAT. 9:30 - 3 PM

Rental Home Wanted A mature, professional couple require a long term rental (up to 5 yrs.) commencing April or May, 3 bdrms, 2 bath, garage, AC & central heating. Trout Creek to Peachland. No pets, non-smokers, have own 5 appliances. Call 250-4626900

Licensed Property Management Services

“Serving Peachland and the Westside” • Placement of tenant • Full monthly management • Regular inspections for your peace of mind • Home Watch Call Today for your complementary market evaluation!

Debra (RPM): 250-718-0511

debra.porter@gmail.com Website: rentalsbydebra.com MacDonald Realty Property Management 4403 - 2nd St. Peachland, BC V0H 1X7.

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Here To Serve You Is your computer running slow? Do you have a virus or consistent pop-ups?

1’s & 0’s Computer Repair Full computer repair service • 100% Local • Seniors Discount Spyware, Trojan, Virus Removal Computer hardware repair and computer part ordering/building On site internet and networking service available Free Pick-up and Delivery in Peachland Services available in Peachland and Westbank Joel: 250-767-0053 or feeltheresch@hotmail.com

Complete Construction Services: “Complete Construction Service”

CORNERSTONE

• Renovations • Kitchens and Baths • Basement Development • Handyman Services

Jazel Homes

Quality Custom Homes

You Deserve The Best

Property & Strata Management Services Your agent Dave Collins “local service, superior results”

www.davecollins.ca

• Plumbing, Electrical and Carpentry

CONSTRUCTION

Quality workmanship since 1990

Peachland, BC

Ph: 250-864-8687 Email: cornerstone@shaw.ca

Peachland’s own full service automotive facility at “The Old Garage”

Drop off and Pick-up service available within Peachland

250-767-6615 - 5866A Beach Avenue, Peachland

Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty 5878 E. Beach Avenue Peachland BC

T 250 768 5799 C 250 469 1451 jazel@shaw.ca F 250 768 5733

p: 250-767-2744 f: 250-767-6771

HORIZON REALTY

M. Scharer Enterprises

Quality Finishing Carpentry • Bath & Kitchen upgrades Tile Setting • Hardwood Floors • Painting & Repairs

"One call does it all"

Call... LEE THE PLUMBER For all your plumbing needs: • Hot Water Tanks • New Construction • Water Filtration Systems

• Plumbing Renovations • Heating Systems

Certified Plumber & Gas Fitter

250-878-7279 or 250-767-9350

250-767-6018 ROOFING GUTTERS Div. of 0902577 BC Ltd

Locally owned and operated

1-888-765-3013

FASCIA

CALL US TODAY FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE “Is There a Doctor on the House?”

SOFFIT

SIDING

Fully Licensed and Insured. WORKSAFE BC REGISTERED

TOPLINE Willie’s EXTERIORS LTD. PAINTING

Interior Painting • Design • Consultation

• Roofing • New • Re-Roofs • Repairs

Jeff Webster Cell: 250-212-0781 Res: 250-767-9565

SERVING PEACHLAND FOR 16+ YEARS

insured and bondable

Willie Wainwright Home:

250.767.6467 Cell:

Free Estimates

250.878.3918

Want to be listed in our service directory? Call 250-767-7771 To book your ad today!

Westside Curb Appeal Inc.

renovation & remodeling Spring is on it’s way Book you deck renovations now! We Specialize in: vinyl, wood , stairs, railings(glass & picket), Pergola’s & more! Quotes are FREE

250-801-3521

Located in Peachland!

Peachland

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Food for the soul: Breaking out of the box by Derek Koch Emmanuel Church When my children were small, they loved playing in boxes. We’d buy them all kinds of amazing toys that came inside the boxes but before long, it was clear that the box itself was more fun. Cardboard was the best toy around. My children are older now and boxes don’t cut it anymore. My eldest daughter wants to play with the van; she’s turning 16 years

old in a month. I’m glad she’s moved on. It would be embarrassing if she still crawled around in an empty refrigerator box. As adults, we sometimes play in another kind of box. It’s not a literal box but it is a box nonetheless. And even though we’re adults, we’re still in it! By living in a box, I mean that we live the same way we lived 20 years ago. We’ve got the same schedule, the same priorities, we haven’t tried any new activities, and if we have any measure of self-awareness, we

Creative playtime Naomie Hiland, left and Charisa Dewhurst, both three-years-old enjoy themselves during the Bridge Creative Playtime Program held at the Peachland Community Centre Wednesdays and Fridays. Constance Roth photo

Medical Services Directory Peachland’s

Health

Professionals

Your Guide to Local Churches

Dentists

Pharmacy

Dr. Don MacRae Dr. Phil Kachanoski Dr. Karl Oppenheim Dr. Peter Cormillot Dr. Jeff Krawchuk

Wes Bedford, B.Sc Geoff Davis, B.Sc Garnet Lloyd, B.Sc

Peachland Dental Centre

Peachland Pharmacy

250-767-6411 Crystal Waters

Massage Therapist

Sunday Service 10:00am

Walk-In

Elisa McCoy, RMT www.functionmassage.com

Call for Bookings:

Function Massage Therapy

250-767-2611 250-767-2999 St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

250-767-3432

Peachland United Church 250-767-2206 Sunday March 4th, 2012

Sunday Worship 10:00 am Morning Prayer Tuesdays - 9:30 am Office Hours 9:30 - 11:30 am Monday to Friday

Lyn Stewart 250-767-6211 or John Miller 250-767-9270

250-212-4606

4th Street & Brandon Ave

250-767-3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org

“Let Us Worship Together”

Revelation 8 & 9 Jeff Bjorgan, Spiritual Formation Pastor Peachland Campus 10:00 am - Worship Service at Peachland Elementary School 2600 Hebert Road, West Kelowna 250.768.7638 - emmanuelnet.ca

IMPERIAL OPTICAL CANADA

Open Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm Closed Weekends

4421 4th Street

Connecting you to the Glory of God at the Little School House on Brandon Lane

www.crystalwaters.ca

Beach Ave Medical Clinic Dr. John Brinkerhoff Dr. Paven Chetty

International Ministries

Sunday Prayer Meeting 9:00 am

are beginning to realize that we’re bored and boring. Our box has a lid on it and we haven’t opened it up and looked out in a long time. Sometimes we feel like something is wrong but can’t quite figure out what it is. Or we wake up in the morning and we’re more tired than when we went to bed. We may wonder what the point is in getting up again. We might even be filled with despair and loneliness. We’re stuck in a box. At one of the main religious festivals in Jerusalem, Jesus stood up on the last and most important day of the festival and shouted, “If you are thirsty, come to me and drink! Have faith in me, and you will have life-giving water flowing from deep inside you.” One of the reasons I like Jesus is because he isn’t politically correct. He just gets up and shouts! He had the attention of the crowd right away. That’s out of the box, wouldn’t you agree? But think about what He’s saying. His words are the beginning for all of us who are trying to break out of our boxes. We’re all thirsty for rich and meaningful experiences - and not just temporal experiences. We want our lives to mean something. From beginning to end, who we are and what we do has to matter. We can only live in a grey world for so long. Jesus wants to bring colour into our lives and I believe that a meaningful life begins by knowing our Creator. With our permission, Jesus will literally begin to lift the lid off our lives, show us new horizons, awaken us to deeper realities, and add brilliant colour to our mundane existence. Jesus Himself was so full of life that people followed Him everywhere. People of every age and stage of life the rich and poor, the educated and uneducated - all discovered that Jesus was the foundational source for satisfied abundant living. So, what box are you in? Is it time to break out and say, “That’s enough”? Remember Jesus and His life-giving water. Take a drink and see what happens next.

A Friendly Welcome Awaits You At...

Peachland Baptist Church Sunday School & Adult Bible Class - 9:45 AM Church Services & Children’s Church Services - 11 AM Sunday Evening 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Office Hours - Tue, Wed, Thur 9:30 am - 2:00 pm Hall rental contact Doreen 250-767-2132 Sunday Morning Service 10:00 am Rev. Elaine Diggle

Pastor John Rankin Join us for: Good Music Bible Messages - Great Fellowhip

www.peachlandbaptist.com 4204 Lake Avenue

250-767-9232

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Tax return choices - spend or invest? Contributed Many Canadians look forward to an annual tax refund from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It’s a mini-windfall and it’s tempting to spend the money on something frivolous. But there are other uses for your refund. When you use the money you receive wisely, it can pay big dividends over time. Here are a few suggestions for making the most of your refund: Invest in an RRSP. Use your tax refund to get an early start on your annual Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) contribution. The sooner you get money into your RRSP, the sooner you take advantage of tax-deferred growth. Make up for missed RRSP contributions. You’re allowed to make up for missed contributions going back to 1991. Using your refund will increase your pool of tax-sheltered assets, potentially boost retirement wealth and create a larger tax deduction this year or in future years. Pay down or eliminate high-interest debt. Use your refund to pay down credit card balances, personal loans or other expensive debt. You’ll reduce interest costs. Pay down your RRSP loan. If you borrowed money to make an RRSP contribution, pay down the loan

as soon as your refund arrives. Pay down the mortgage. Every dollar you put toward your mortgage principal is a dollar on which you won’t pay interest for the next 5, 10 or even 25 years. Contribute to an RESP. Put money into a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for your children or grandchildren. An RESP is an excellent tax-deferred vehicle to save for post-secondary education. Spend a bit on yourself. It won’t hurt to spend a little of your refund on yourself. After all, you have to have some fun in your financial life. But try to limit it to 10 to 20 per cent. Now here’s the bad news. You don’t really want a refund. That money you get back from the CRA every year is like an interest-free loan to the government. By paying more in taxes throughout the year than you should, you’ve let Ottawa use your money. Plus, you loose out on potential investment returns until your overpaid taxes are returned. If you regularly receive a refund, consider having the income tax deducted from your regular pay cheque reduced. Obtain a copy of Canada Revenue Agency Form T1213 (Request to Reduce Tax Deductions at Source) at your local tax office or on the CRA’s internet site. Submit the form to the CRA, which will send you a letter of authority allowing your employer to reduce deductions during the year.

Winter beauty Weekend snowfalls left this pretty scene in Peachland.

Richard Smith photo

HOROSCOPES: ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you typically have a lot of energy and feel the need to come in first in everything you do. Today that trait will work to your advantage at work. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you won’t necessarily feel comfortable when a friend asks for a favour. But in this instance you simply need to go along for the ride to ruffle the least feathers. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, your social energy this week is helping to bring the right people into your inner circle. Be sure to pay one particular person a good deal of attention. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, financial issues are certainly keeping you on your toes, although you are hoping for a respite. Go with the ﬂow for now and find a better way to organize.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Keep trying to win over someone who is not entirely on board with your line of thinking, Leo. A little more persuasion and there’s a good chance you can get another supporter. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you’re energy and attention span is a bit scattered this week but could be just enough to find a new way to take care of things. Experiment with fun activities. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, you have an uncanny ability to tune into the way people think and operate. You can put this knowledge to work at the workplace and find success in new ventures. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, a family member needs help getting through a rough time. You may be the only one who can provide the comfort and help your loved one needs and deserves.

CROSSWORD:

CLUES ACROSS 1. Bay Area Transit Auth. (abbr.) 5. Pull apart by force 9. Ancient Egyptian King 12. Missing soldiers 13. Capital of Japan 14. Diamond month (abbr.) 15. Spheres 16. Surpassing good 17. British thermal unit 18. Philippine island & seaport 19. Legally argued 20. Belonging to singer Fitzgerald 22. Bowler hats 24. Has a strong odor 25. Doyens 26. London Gallery 27. Rural delivery 28. Rods 31. Stonhenge plain 33. Withdraw from membership 34. Execute or perform 35. Central or Yellowstone 36. Municipality in Norway 39. Bay of NW Rep. of Ireland 40. Skin designs 42. Son of Jephunneh 43. Baseball’s Ruth 44. Clare Booth __, Am. writer 46. Black tropical American cuckoo 47. Filled with fear or apprehension 49. 6th Jewish month 50. Wide metal vessel used in cooking 51. Make by pouring into a cast 52. Colombian city 53. Heat unit

54. Carpenter, red and army 55. Adam and Eve’s garden CLUES DOWN 1. Big man on campus 2. Made public by radio or television 3. Labelled 4. Inform positively 5. Drinks habitually 6. Supplemented with difficulty 7. SW Scottish river & port 8. American poet 1874-1963 9. Pads 10. Ingestion or intake 11. Tie up a bird before cooking 13. Bulrushes of the genus Scirpus 16. Turned rod on a spinning wheel 21. Having or covered with leaves 23. The 44th U.S. President 28. Midway between S and SE 29. Tuberculosis (abbr.) 30. Inspected accounting procedures 31. A twilled woolen fabric 32. Potato state 33. The work of a sailor 35. Involving 2 dimensions 36. Fanatical or overzealous 37. Consolation 38. Wild sheep of northern Africa 39. Erect leafless flower-bearing stalk 40. Afrikaans 41. Weighing device 43. Very dry champagne 45. Emerald Isle 48. A resident of Benin

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Put your creative energy to good use, Sagittarius. It could mean renovating a part of your home or discovering a new hobby to keep you busy. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, try to tackle an easy financial project this week. It could involve brown-bagging your lunch or saving loose change for a vacation fund. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Don’t fret, Aquarius. People are paying attention to you even if they seem distracted on the surface. Take every opportunity to be on your best behaviour this week. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, it may seem like a struggle right now, but you will find out that almost any obstacle can be overcome if you set your mind to it.

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

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ATTENTION REALTORS!

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Plenty of Parking 8.45 Acres

Activate swifter sales by showcasing your listings in the Peachland View!

4456 Trepanier Creek Road, Peachland

6044 Jackson Crescent Retirement rancher with lots of parking for a boat or large RV, 1742 sq ft finished approx 3 bdrms, 2 full baths, formal living & dining rooms, kitchen with an island, large master bedroom, 3 skylights, many updates newer roof, large covered back patio & fenced yard. MLS®10041739

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$699,900

MLS®10040582

250-767-2437

250.767.7771 AN IDEAL LOCATION FOR RETIREMENT!

This upgraded walkout rancher has it all! Bright open floor plan with skylight dormers, vaulted ceilings, wrap around windows, and country kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Lower large bright upgraded 3 bedroom suite walks out to the large sunny backyard, on to the babbling creek and across the bridge to acres of wide open back woods.

moemartinrealtor@shaw.ca

“Buy land, they stopped making it”

N O Y BR

TODAY! (250) 863-1282

The Cody Sisters! For all your mortgage needs...

CURRENT RATE SPECIALS 5 yr fixed 3.29% 3 yr fixed 2.99 5 yr variable (Prime – 0.20%) 2.80%

Some conditions apply. Rates may change at any time. 308-3815 Brown Road, West Kelowna – This 1 bed/1 bath condo in Leisure Terrace (55+) is perfect! Cozy up to the fireplace in midwinter or sit out and enjoy the balcony with your favourite drink in the heat of the summer. Stroll down to the Community Pool and Recreation Centre, walk to the shopping centre or meet a friend at Starbucks! Complex has all new windows and roof. MLS® 10041711

Let us negotiate for your best mortgage!

6663 97 Highway S # 5, Peachland -Updated, clean and well cared for mobile home. Just a stones throw from Lake Okanagan and yet close to all amenities. In the heart of the Central Okanagan, you won’t MLS®10038695 • $39,900 beat this for comfort and value.

3996 Beach Avenue # 234, Peachland - Semi lakefront in beautiful Peachland. 1374 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 2 bath with large wrap around covered deck with view of the lake. Outdoor pool, hot tub, MLS®10041150 • $319,000 gym, guest suites.

Lara Cody 250-868-7114 laracody@invis.ca

6078 Jackson Crescent, Peachland - This 4 bedroom, 4 bath open concept home has been relocated and renovated. New flooring, Granite countertops, carpets, new stainless steel appliances. Great MLS®10040868 • $425,000 for enjoying the lake views.

4016 Butler Place, Peachland - Rancher over 2000 sq.ft, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, double garage. Fenced yard with fruit trees. All this and only one block to the beach and a short walk to MLS®10042047 • $439,000 shopping in beautiful Peachland. 4117 San Clemente Avenue Peachland - This home is a “MUST SEE”. Extensive renovations inside and out.. Desirable location on the flats, only two blocks to beach and walking distance to downtown Peachland. Large level private backyard (new fence-painted) garage size workshop, good size patio decking(covered) and improvements inside are many including total kitchen remodel, 2 bathrooms remodelled, from ceilings to flooring, including all new appliances.

4331-11th Street

MLS®10040416• $479,000

Bring your hammer! Potential to turn this 4 bedroom centrally located Rancher into a modern day gem! 1/2 block from beach and walking distance to restaurants, stores, parks & recreational facilities! Some updates including new laminate floors & paint. KELOWNA WESTSIDE

$379,900

(250) 863-1282

Each office independently owned and operated.

“Our” Community “Your” Realtor bryonknutsen@royallepage.com

www.MrPeachland.com 250-470-8803

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday March 4, 1 - 3 pm

6154 Davies Crescent, Peachland - Newly renovated open plan home complete with lake & mountain views. Recent renovations include new kitchen, furnace, roof, bathrooms, fenced yard, RV parking, and large deck overlooking Okanagan Lake. This home has grade level entry with 2 bedrooms below main and 2 on the main living area.

$419,500

Bryon Knutsen

MLS®10041938

Leanne Cody 250-215-5028 leannecody@invis.ca

250-826-2047

• Director’s Platinum Award • President’s Gold Award • Master Sales Award KELOWNA

5878E Beach Avenue Peachland, BC VOH 1X7

Larry Guilbault

NEW LISTING! $379,000

NEW LISTING! $539,000

5-3359 Cougar Road, West Kelowna

237-5165 Trepanier Bench Road

MLS®10039544

www.peachlandhouseforsale.com

MLS/Realtor.ca®

4244 Beach Avenue, Peachland - You choose....investment property, B & B or a great family home. 5 bedrooms, 4 with en-suites and all have those fabulous views. High-end finishing throughout. Granite counter top in the island kitchen and the dining room built-in cabinet. $1,449,000 MLS®10036887

Bryon Knutsen

(250) 863-1282 “Our” Community “Your” Realtor

• Director’s Platinum Award • President’s Gold Award • Master Sales Award KELOWNA

bryonknutsen@royallepage.com

Gorgeous, Exec. style 2 bdrm, 2 bth townhome featuring 950 sq. ft. heated garage, with sani-dump and RV power receptacle, elevator, open plan on main, elegant 26’ ceiling, h/wd, granite, S/S appl., gas F/P & Lge master occupying entire top floor!

Spacious semi-detached, 2 bdrm, 2.5 bath rancher w/ basement townhome; attachd dble garage. Located in prestigious Island View Villas. Open plan features gourmet kitchen w maple cabinets, pantry, island, gas F/P, h/wd floor, lge master, huge games room & 3 balconies to enjoy the panoramic views of the lake.

$379,000

$539,000

MLS®10041306

Jan Marsden Jan Marsden

COLDWELL BANKER HORIZON REALTY

Ph: 250-808-2123 Web: www.KelownaRealEstate.com Email: jmarsden@coldwellbanker.ca

MLS®10042160

#151-5300 Huston, Peachland: Immaculate 2 Bedrm & den w 3 full bathrms townhouse in “The Terraces” One of Peachland’s finest gated Communities!’ Shows a 10 – with lakeview - motivated & priced to sell

379,900

ServiceTaylor Taylor Made! Service Made! Call Gary Taylor

250-878-7736

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