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FAMILY BBQ - HERITAGE PARK. SATURDAY OCTOBER 13TH, 11AM – 3PM. ALL WELCOME! Hosted by mayoral candidate Keith Thom. Meet and chat with Keith and enjoy complimentary food, music and face painting.

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Peachland Legion thanks locals for making summer so wonderful

Election signs damaged VIEW STAFF

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Candidates who were outside fixing up the mess last weekend were putting every sign back in place, not just their own.

The Peachland Legion wanted to thank the citizens and participating businesses of Peachland for their kind support of the events we have held from May 20 through to Sept. 29, 2018.

We organized a beer garden, a bottle drive in May and a Burger/ Beverage event, a golf tournament and another bottle drive in September. All of these events were to raise funds for a new roof, and thanks to the generosity of a lot of people and a lot of volunteers offering their time, we have succeeded in our goal and will have replaced the Legion roof by the end of October.

So to everyone that contributed, we couldn’t have done it without you, and a big THANK YOU! There is still a little work to be done in October. There are two events planned.

The first one is Friday Oct. 12, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Legion, benefitting our veterans services, and two veteran organizations in particular will receive the proceeds.

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• Open mic with questions from the floor. No need to submit questions ahead of time.

• Sign up at the door. State your name at the start.

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They are Soldier On and Honour House. Tickets are $15 and are available now at the Legion, and include Shepherds Pie, salad, dinner bun, dessert and a wine or beer. Entertainment starts at 7 p.m.

The Shepherds Pie and entertainment are courtesy of Papa Thom.

Whether you like him or not, whether you are going to vote for him or not, everyone is welcome and politics will be left at the door!

There’s a rumour going around that two candidates might sing a duet, so you have to be there to see that!

Our last event in October will be a “Super Saturday Silent Auction,” to be held at the Legion on Saturday Oct. 20 from 3 to 5 p.m., which coincidentally is the same time as our Saturday Meat Draw.

So come on down, say hello to friends, and maybe win a steak or roast and bid on the items available.

Once again thanks to the citizens, volunteers and supporting businesses of Peachland.

Baxter and Brims battle to be Peachland’s School Trustee PHOTO: MARY KLETCHKO

Many Peachlanders woke up on Sunday morning to find vandalized election signs scattered along the streets.

Mayor Cindy Fortin was vocal on local Facebook pages denouncing the actions.

“This is not Canadian, and it is not Peachland,” she posted. “I’m sure it is only the work of one or two individuals. If you see anyone destroying signs, please don’t approach them, but call 911 and record any identifiable information.

They can be charged.”

But it seems like nobody called 9-1-1. Cpl. Jesse O’Donaghey said (to his knowledge) the RCMP in West Kelowna did not receive any reports related to damaged election signs in Peachland.

“Depending on the totality of the circumstances, a person(s) could face potential criminal charges, for example mischief, should they identified as being responsible for causing damage to any election sign related to the Municipal Election,” O’Donaghey said.

Mayoral candidate Keith Thom found out that several of his signs had been damaged when his wife returned home early in the morning from a night shift.

“Someone asked if I’m angry,” Thom said.

“I’m actually sad, not angry.”

Earlier in the campaign however, somebody cut out the eyes and throat on a poster of Thom’s face, and “That was a little troubling.”

He says there’s already a simple method in place to oppose a candidacy—don’t vote for them.

“But to destroy property that all of us candidates paid money for was a little disconcerting.”

Thom assumes the culprit was either kids or an overzealous supporter of another candidate, though he doesn’t believe any of the candidates would go out destroying the signs of their competitors.

He added that signs cost between $30 and $70 each – “it is certainly an expense.”

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VIEW STAFF Moyra Baxter and Marjorie Brims, the two candidates hoping to serve as Peachland’s School Trustee, squared off in the opening round of Monday’s All-Candidats Forum.

The event was hosted by the Peachland Chamber of Commerce at the Community Centre.

Newcomer Brims said she’s committed to listening, informing and educating the public as a trustee—something she feels is not being done well by the current school board.

But “Change for change’s sake doesn’t accomplish much,” said Baxter, who's held the position for 22 years.

When asked what they will prioritize as the biggest issues in the upcoming term, Baxter said the District needs to take a better look at the grade reconfiguration for high school students.

To the same question, Brims said school board needs to reach out in relatable ways to connect with the public.

“In welcoming ways that are understandable and not so technical,” Brims said.

However, a board of education is not meant to be social, Baxter says.

Both candidates support SOGI 123, which supports the belief that “students' biological sex does not limit their interests and opportunities, and their sexual orientation and how they understand and express their gender are welcomed without discrimination,” according to sogieducation.org.

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Leanne Sarsons runs like her mom DAN WALTON EDITOR

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The next generation from the Sarsons family is giving Peachland council a shot.

Leanne Sarsons is following in her mother’s footsteps by running for a seat on council in the upcoming municipal election. Linda Sarsons, best known for co-ordinating the Peachland Ambassadors program, ran in the 1996, 1999 and 2002 elections.

Leanne came closest to winning a seat on her first bid, getting edged out by Ernie Hurd with a difference of just 36 votes.

The large crowd that attended the all-candidates forum of 1999, sponsored by the Peachland Boater’s Association (now defunct), was 400 to 500 in size – and that made Leanne feel overwhelmed and underprepared, but 19 years later, it’s allowing her to be a better coach to Leanne.

(Quick anecdote: Leanne took over School Trustee Moyra Baxter’s old job as secretary for the Peachland Boater’s Association when Baxter was first elected to the board.)

“I thought maybe I could make a difference, get to know people, learn the issues of the day and try to solve them,” Linda said.

Back in the late 1990s, she said the local issues were ”pretty well the same as today,” citing the need for sewer extension, the dilemma between four-laning Highway 97 or building a bypass, more affordable housing, things for kids to do, and clean water.

Linda recalls in the 1990s when Peachland’s population was still below 5,000, the cost of policing was substantially lower. She said people would joke that former Mayor George Waldo sent citizens on vacation when census data was being collected in order to keep the official number of Peachlanders below the costly threshold.

Leanne said she decided to run in 2018 because she loves Peachland, and she’s got “The same determination that old blue eyes here gave me.”

If elected, her focus will be on affordable and attainable housing, the safety of Dought Hill, and more to do for kids and youth.

“After they finish attending the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club in Peachland, at the age of 12 or 13, they have nothing to do in Peachland,” Leanne said. “And bored kid will be much more likely to cause vandalism and act out.”

She said teenagers from Peachland prefer spending their free time in West Kelowna.

Leanne described herself as a young retiree, having completed her career with Telus Mobility two years ago, where she spent 16 years working in customer complaints.

“Experience in customer complaints could be good background for this job,” she joked.

Before that, she worked in Peachland at the local Legion and the Sunnyside Market. Leanne completed an online bookkeeping course last year, and is also very active helping her mother with the Ambassador program.

“She’s one of my biggest supporters,” Linda said of her daughter.

Leanne said volunteering through the Ambassador program has allowed her to get to know a large number of Peachlanders over the years.

“It gets me out there and people see me,” Leanne said. “And I want to be an Ambassador to

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Apparently a whisper campaign is underway saying “Harry Gough does not live in Peachland.”

Harry addressed that up front on Monday night at the All Candidates meeting, saying that he currently does not live in Peachland, but lives 10 minutes away in West Kelowna. What Harry did not say, because he has too much class, is why he does not currently live here.

Harry and Brenda Gough are taxpaying homeowners in Peachland and have been so since the Goughs opened the Peachland IGA here in 1997.

As a successful Peachland business man, employer, and homeowner, they have lived, owned a home and paid taxes in Peachland for 20 years.

Harry and Brenda Gough also own two dogs, one of which is elderly.

The Gough’s condo in Peachland only allows one dog.

My understanding is the only reason they are not back in Peachland yet and are paying property taxes in both West Kelowna and Peachland, is because they won’t abandon their elderly pet.

To most, that is heartwarming, but some now seem to be trying to exploit it as an election issue.

Harry and Brenda have said quite clearly they plan to move back to Peachland.

In fact, the Gough’s have been looking for another home in Peachland.

On Oct. 20, let’s vote for a good person with integrity to represent Peachland as our Mayor.

Barb Douglas Peachland

Give Fortin four more years Dear editor:

I attended the all candidates forum Oct. 1.

I listened to what each person had to say on the subjects given.

As for the mayors section, I felt our present mayor’s answers were clear, to the point and

knowledgeable.

We have lived in this beautiful town for over 18 years.

I feel very comfortable with our current mayor doing another term.

Rachelle Bell Peachland

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Democracy in action at all-candidates forum!

Dear editor: On Monday night I attended the all candidates forum at the Community Centre.

Kudos to the Peachland Chamber Forum Committee for putting on such a professional event.

Every Candidate had one minute for their opening remarks and one minute for their closing comments.

Each Candidate had the opportunity to answer the questions. From the candidates up for re-election, Mike Kent and Pam Cunningham gave the best impression.

They stressed that they were elected four years ago on the promise of change and development and that they delivered. From the new candidates two stood out, Pete Coolio inspired me with his knowledge and down to Earth approach and would make an excellent addition to council.

The other one was Patrick Van Minsel who was very passionate about Peachland and wants to see it move forward. His education and professional background would also be a great addition to the Council.

I was not too impressed with Keith Fielding, Mario Vucinovic (who I found out lives in West Kelowna) and Karen Mustard, and these candidates seem to run on a minimal agenda of reversing decisions made by this Council. I think-there are other challenges for our town than the five or three storeys discussion. Let’s give Leanne Sarsons the benefit of the doubt, she still needs to-learn a lot, but she is very passionate about Peachland. Terry Condon and Rick Ingram did not attend this forum.

And then the Mayoral Candidates.

My conclusion after this forum was that we have only two viable Mayoral candidates: Keith Thom, present Councillor and incumbent Cindy Fortin. Both showed intelligence and knowledge about Peachland politics. Eric Hall is a Candidate of the past. I was most disappointed by Harry Gough who was ill prepared, and his answers lacked depth and knowledge.

Please inform yourselves as I did and go out and vote on the 20th.

Karen Carpenter Peachland

Things finally started to happen in 2014 Dear editor: My name is Jim Briden and I moved to Peachland in 2011.

I know in most small towns you’re not even allowed an opinion until you have been there 25 years but I’m going to take my chances.

I have walked Beach Avenue almost every day since I arrived. For the first three years literally nothing was done and one project was scrapped.

In 2014 Cindy Fortin was elected Mayor and things started to happen.

Beautiful houses were being built on Beach Avenue.

The community centre was painted and roofing work was done.

The boat launch was re-

paired.

Swim bay got a new float and safer stairs for the diving platform.

Cousins Park got a covered seating area and a new scoreboard. A kiosk was added to the info centre.

Construction started on the seniors housing complex.

When the floods hit, the lakeshore along the beach was reinforced along the beach walk and at the far end of Beach Avenue.

The Fishing pier with handicap access is under construction.

The parking lot behind the Edgewater is paved, lighted, and an electric car charger is available.

The tennis courts were up-

graded and two Pickleball courts were built.

There are three new projects approved: Lakeview, Pine Tree Village, and The Shoreline on the Beach.

The Historical Society building was built beside the museum.

I’m going to throw in the xylophone across from Bliss just ‘cause the kids love it.

My point is she got a lot of things done on her watch and these are exciting times in Peachland.

The question is do you want to go back to the do nothing past or go forward to the future.

Jim Briden Peachland

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Proportional Representation works well where I come from Dear editor: Some commentators on the forthcoming referendum on the future voting system for British Columbia have suggested that PR would result in government instability. In our experience in the UK, it is FPTP that has caused political instability. FPTP manufactures artificial majorities for parties that have only minority support among the voters. Worse, FPTP then causes a complete change of government when there is a comparatively small change in the voting at a subsequent election one minority replaces another, but usually with a grossly exaggerated majority of seats.

We experienced this in the UK particularly in the

succession of elections after 1945, when Labour was replaced by Conservatives who were then replaced by Labour only to be replaced by Conservatives. At each change of government there was complete change of policy: nationalise, denationalise, renationalise, denationalise again. It was the same in every area of economic and social policy, including health and education. Gross policy instability, and consequent lack of progress, arising directly from the distortions of the defective FPTP voting system.

Some call it “strong government” when a party with only minority support among the voters can ram through its policies based on an artificial majority of seats manufactured by FPTP. But those of us who lived through

the repeated policy reversals have quite a different view.

There is nothing “strong” about government where the central policies of one party are reversed by its successor in government only to be reversed again, and again.

At least with PR small changes in the votes are reflected in small changes in the seats and, usually, small changes in policy.

If the voters want a big change they can bring that about with PR, but then the change will properly reflect the wishes of the voters.

James Gilmour Edinburgh, Scotland

PR referendum has been rigged – don’t do it! change.

With the Single Transferrable Voting System (STV) the only proportional representation choice on the two previous ballots, existing electoral ridings would have become much larger with each one having multiple candidates elected.

Local representation would have been lost, and far from being more democratic, some members could have been elected with as few as 12.5 per cent of the vote, depending upon the size of the riding. No one could

easily explain how ballots were counted.

Once voters understood the details, they overwhelmingly rejected proportional representation in favour of our current system, which has given us stable, reliable and good governance for over a hundred years.

So to ensure that proportional representation is successful this time around, the

Most important election in Peachland’s history

A few things: • Do people even read the paper?

I have heard that most papers go straight to the recycling bin.

Be informed; read the paper.

• I want to congratulate Mr. Brophy for keeping the three story initiative alive. I just want to question the inaccurate cost comparison he makes to a simple 3 story

Dear editor:

Historically, referendums that ask citizens to choose between first-past-the-post and proportional representation have failed when voters have been provided with a clear comparison between the two.

For example, the first referendum on proportional representation in BC won 57 per cent support. But only 39 per cent voted in favour in the second referendum, when the public received details about how our voting system would actually

Dear editor: Peachland citizens now have a chance to elect a Mayor that will treat our community with honesty and respect.

Not a Mayoral candidate that will make our town the laughing stock of Canada such as the 2016 fiasco where this candidate heartlessly suggested that memorial flowers on a Beach Avenue bench would lead the district to perhaps re-name Centennial Way to “CEMETERY WAY.” Is this the type of leadership this town needs?

For voter’s, remember, “get the people on your side and you can be elected to anything.”

It is time for voter’s to bring in a new Mayor and Council that will serve Peachland with sensible progression.

I suggest this is probably the most important election in Peachland’s history!

I implore voter’s, especially Peachlander’s with deep roots to show up on election dates (advance voting Oct 10 & 17), (general voting Oct 20).

Brock Lucier Peachland

2018 referendum question has been rigged by the parties that would most benefit from change.

Rather than offering clarity, three alternative PR options are being proposed, one of which has never been tried before anywhere in the world.

Only generic esoteric information is being provided. No mention is made of electoral boundaries or other

details that might influence an informed decision.

In short, the NDP government, the Green Party and Vote PR BC are asking us to buy a Pig in a Poke, which is like buying a used car without checking the engine, or a house without a building inspection.

Don’t do it!

John Amon Victoria

Do people even read the paper?

Dear editor:

linear 7 suite condo project with a relative small frontage to a more comprehensive commercial/residential development with a larger frontage plus a requirement for on street parking. There is no myth as implied.

• You are right about development IT DOES NOT LOWER TAXES. • F.O.B.A.’s support for two candidates that do not even reside here and one is running for Mayor.

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• My expulsion from the facebook group Peachland Views and news for expressing my opinion and then being called delusional.

Ernie Hurd Peachland

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NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING AND NOTICE OF ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the electors of the Corporation of the District of Peachland that an election by voting is necessary to elect a Mayor and six Councillors, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

Mayor – One (1) to be elected Surname Thom Fortin Hall Henderson Gough

Usual Names Keith Cindy Eric Bob Harry

Residential Address Peachland Peachland Peachland Peachland West Kelowna

Councillor – Six (6) to be elected Surname Sarsons Kwaczynski Condon Mustard Cunningham Vucinovic Van Minsel Kent Ingram Fielding Coolio

Usual Names Leanne Andrew Terry Karen Pam Mario Patrick Mike Rick Keith Pete

Residential Address Peachland Peachland Peachland Peachland Peachland Kelowna Peachland Peachland Peachland Peachland Peachland

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of School District No. 23 (Central Okanagan) Zone II being: District of Peachland and Regional District of Central Okanagan—Central Okanagan West Electoral Area (Traders Cove, Fintry, Killiney Beach, Westshore Estates, Wilson’s Landing, rural Peachland and Tsinstikeptum Indian Reserves 9 and 10), that an election by voting is necessary to elect one School Board Trustee, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are::

School Trustee – One (1) to be elected Surname Baxter Brims

Usual Names Moyra Marjorie

Residential Address Peachland Peachland

VOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualified electors of the Corporation of the District of Peachland on Saturday, October 20, 2018 between the hours of 8:00 am and 8:00 pm at the following location:

MAIL BALLOT VOTING: is available for those qualified electors who are unable to vote in the advance voting opportunities or on general voting day due to: • physical disability, illness, or injury that affects their ability to vote at another voting opportunity; OR • expect to be absent from the District of Peachland on general voting day and at the times of all advance voting opportunities.

Those electors wishing to vote by mail ballot may apply to the Chief Election Officer or Deputy Chief Election Officer up until October 18, 2018. Applications for mail ballot voting are available at the District’s Office, 5806 Beach Avenue Peachland, MondayFriday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (excluding statutory holidays) and at www.peachland.ca/ elections. Mail Ballot packages will be sent out on or about October 3, 2018. To be counted, your mail ballot must be received by the Chief Election Officer no later than 8 pm on Saturday, October 20, 2018.

ELECTOR REGISTRATION There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make a declaration that you meet the following requirements: • 18 years of age or older on voting day • Canadian Citizen • Resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding the day of registration • Resident of OR registered owner of real property in the District of Peachland for at least 30 days immediately preceding the day of registration, and • Not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election or otherwise disqualified by law.

RESIDENT ELECTORS must produce 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The identification must prove both residency and identity.

NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY ELECTORS will be required to complete an application for registration by providing proof of ownership of the property (title certificate, current title search or tax notice); 2 pieces of identification (at least one with a signature; and a non-resident property elector consent form of a majority of the registered owners, if there is more than one owner. The consent form states that you are the one owner of the property who is designated as the NonResident Property Elector for that property.

Non-Resident Property Electors are encouraged to complete the application and produce the required documentation at the Peachland District Office prior to Friday, October 19, 2018. However, applications will be available on general voting day and advance voting at the respectful voting locations.

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Mayoral candidates distinguish themselves at forum

VIEW STAFF By the time the Mayoral candidates squared off at Monday night’s all-candidates forum, there was no longer enough seating for the 300 plus attendees at the Community Centre.

Harry Gough used his opening remarks to address his address. Although he currently resides in West Kelowna, he spent much of his life living in the District, he ran the local IGA for 20 years, and still owns property in Peachland – “so I call this home.”

Incumbent Mayor Cindy Fortin says a lot has been accomplished over the past four years and she’s asking voters to stay the course.

Bob Henderson wants to preserve Peachland the way it is. He supports slow change and wants to make the best of what already exists.

Candidates were asked what they think of Peachland’s development approval process.

To get a better sense of where the community stands on each issue of a new major development, Eric Hall said the District should hold a scaled-down public hearing after first reading, before waiting for the obligatory

hearing after second reading.

Keith Thom, who currently sits on council, said the process has recently been simplified. And since municipal governments have no power to ensure developments that have been approved actually break ground, he said council can find new ways to incentivize developers to get projects started.

Henderson said development should require approval from a citizen’s review committee.

Fortin said the mayor and council is the review committee, since they are elected to do their research and listen to the populace.

Showing that she was listening, while participating, many of Fortin’s responses addressed the answers made by other candidates during the forum.

Gough said council should do better financial background checks on developers.

On several occassions, Gough’s mic had to be cut because his answers exceeded the time limit.

It was easy for candidates to distinguish themselves on the issues of the Official Community Plan.

Hall said council should be selective about which developments get approval,

and rejected the notion that Peachland is unfriendly to developers. He hopes to restore the voice of the community, and felt like council ignored the will of the people when they altered the OCP to suit one developer.

“The community said no but mayor and council said yes,” Hall said.

But more development is badly needed in the District, Thom said, and in order for an investment like PeachTree Village to be economically feasible, amending the restriction of three storeys to five was necessary. The previous version of the document was out of date and needed a revision. “Let’s move forward,” he said.

Gough said developers should be subject to “Growth under our rules,” and developments can’t be approved “willy nilly.”

Henderson said if a developer doesn’t like the terms and conditions of building in Peachland then they can take their money somewhere else.

Candidates were asked if they have accepted any campaign contributions from developers. All said no. In fact, Fortin said she was approached by two developers and turned down

their offers.

Another thing every candidate has in common is they all support a healthy source of water and worry about industrial activities up in the watershed.

After experiencing so many extreme wildfires in Peachland over the past four years, candidates were asked how they would address the growing concern.

Wildfire danger can be addressed by accessing public funds from outside the District, Thom said, though it has to be done by each citizen, as individual homeowners who take proactive measures against wildfires are eligible for provincial grants worth hundreds of dollars.

Fortin said fire protection is one of her number one priorities, and well before next spring, the District needs to find a way to increase its rapid response measures for floods and fires.

Henderson said the District needs to ask Fire Chief Dennis Craig for direction.

Hall wants to see the local fire department working with better equipment, and the District should lobby higher levels of government for grants to create fire breaks.

Gough said the local fire department is “tremendous,” and that it’s important for residents to pay attention to the safety of their neighbours’ yards.

“We’re not going to stop global warming, but we can check to see what can be done close to home,” he said.

None of the candidates want to extend Centennial Walkway from Bliss Bakery to Todd’s RV and Campground.

They all agree that Peachland needs a watershed protection plan, and that more seniors’ housing is needed.

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Well, in addition to the suggestions below, why not think about a PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE Senior that has made a difference Did you know that Oct 1 was Can- in your life (your Grandparents/ parents, neighbor or friend) and ada’s National Seniors Day? Well, it was, and it is great that it give them a call and just say, “Hey, is officially the “day” to acknowl- I’m thinking of you and want you to edge and appreciate the Seniors in know how much you mean to me!”

And since social isolation is still your life.

If you missed it this year know one of the many issues faced by that you can recognize them every Seniors, reaching out can mean so much, don’t miss the opportunity.

Another day and opportunity to support those you know and care about was Saturday, September 29th which was International Coffee Day. The only thing better than taking in the wonderful aroma of a steaming hot cup of coffee is enjoying FOR MAYOR that cup of coffee with good friends.

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According to legend coffee was discovered on the Ethiopian highEmail a picture and description of your pet to admin@peachlandview.com lands by a goat herder.

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The combination of a good cup of coffee and fellowship is hard to beat.

The Peachland Wellness Centre offers both and celebrates Seniors every day with the wide variety of programs available. MONDAY MORNING COFFEE (and tasty treats) offers an informal social gathering for women. MEN’S/ LADIES’S COFFEE AND CARDS offers friendly competition with a lively game of cribbage, tasty treats and of course a wonderful cup of coffee.

The JERRY DOBER SUNDAY BREAKFAST offers the best breakfast in town, a perfect opportunity to get together with good friends, enjoy a delicious breakfast complete with non-stop coffee.

Many of the volunteers at PWC are Seniors! We couldn’t function without them. Maybe this is the chance to enlighten or encourage a Senior you know to take a chance and come out to one of the programs mentioned. Helping others is a great way to get out of the house, meet new people and put your talents to work but better yet, have some FUN! We welcome you to come in anytime Monday to Friday between 9 and 3, meet the staff and volunteers and join us for a freshly brewed cup of coffee, the pot is always on.

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Tree Planting Day with PWPA TARYN SKALBANIA With the goal of helping achieve a healthy and resilient forest, 15 volunteers with the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance celebrated Canada’s National Tree Day by planting native trees and shrubs along damaged Peachland Creek.

Working under the advisement of a B.C. Forest Service professional forester, volunteers planted both seedling conifer and deciduous trees and shrubs, to replicate a natural forest environment. The alliance received a grant from Tree Canada’s Operation ReLeaf to plant a mix of tree species in Peachland’s watershed.

FOBA announces endorsements CONTRIBUTED Friends Of Beach Avenue Association (FOBA), a duly constituted Society in the Province of British Columbia, Canada, has announced that it has endorsed Candidates in the upcoming municipal election in BC. For Mayor, FOBA has decided to endorse Harry Gough. This is a direct quote from Mr. Gough’s platform: “Support three Storey Maximum on Beach Avenue and return to OCP to reflect this.”

FOBA has decided to

endorse only these five candidates for Councillors.

These are, in no particular order, Karen Mustard, Keith Fielding, Rick Ingram, Mario Vucinovic and Terry Condon.

Concerned Citizens of the District of Peachland came together to rally support for the longstanding Official Community Plan.

The O.C.P. was created at great cost and with the input of hundreds of local Peachlander’s and was last updated with the insertion into the OCP of the Downtown Sustainable Plan in 2010.

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With six seats up for grabs, candidates for council Artisan Indoor Markets begin this month! soap stone sculptures, jewelry, discuss development, watershed, housing and more JOEY BYATT jams & preserves, baked goods, VIEW STAFF Nine candidates made their case for why they should be the next members of Peachland council at Monday night’s all candidates forum.

The event was hosted by the Peachlad Chamber of Commerce and moderated by Rocky Rocksborough-Smith.

Candidates Terry Condon and Rick Ingram were absent.

Things every candidate is in favour of: protecting the watershed, more amenities for kids, supporting the arts community, and being accountable.

None were able to make any firm promises on the issue of sewer connection, with many candidates pointing out how expensive it will be.

Incumbent Coun. Mario Vucinovc said it’s expensive, needs higher levels of government funding and has to be done incrementally, and incumbent Coun. Mario Mike Kent said steps are already being taken to secure funding.

Patrick Van Minsel said sewers will need to become greater priority in the District’s future expenses, and former Mayor Keith Fielding said Peachland will need three things to make sewer lines feasible, more development, funding from the provincial and federal governments, and a new parcel tax.

Nobody has the silver bullet when it comes to parking either.

Keith Fielding said more development will be required to afford adequate parking downtown. Ideally it would come in the form of a parkade away from Beach Avenue and closer to Highway 97, and it must follow the downtown sustainable plan.

Fielding expressed his will to return the Official Community Plan to the way it was at the beginning of 2018.

Leanne Sarsons suggested shuttling traffic up and down Beach Avenue and to the IGA plaza, an idea Karen Mustard agreed with.

Cunningham echoes the need to encourage new devel-

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opers to create more parking, and she said green initiatives such as rental bikes could help alleviate congestion.

Vucinovic said Beach Avenue, from 13th Street to Todd’s Campground, could have parallel parking spaces repainted into angle parking to create more spots.

Or the parking spaces could be made smaller, Andrew Kwaczynski said.

They all have an encouraging vision of Peachland.

When asked how the local economy can be improved during off-season months, Andrew Kwaczynski spoke about a tourist town in the Swiss Alps called Davos, which he said became a successful year-round destination after investing in world class sporting facilities.

Incumbent Pam Cunningham said more volunteer help is needed to promote tourism, and Leanne Sarsons said more energy should be spent on marketing Peachland in the Prairies.

Pete Coolio said creative approaches need to be taken for year-round work, and he has successfully embraced “the gig economy,” where a person diversifies their skill set to work numerous temporary jobs.

Van Minsel said Peachland is on the right path and should continue building off the successes of its current off-season events, such as the Glow Run, Scarecrow Festival and Little Ducky Race.

He also said there is a need to

create infrastructure for winter activities.

Similarly, Vucinovic said the new ice rink up near the Peachland Riding Club should be built up into something that will make it into a unique attraction.

How would they heal the rifts created over the PeachTree Village controversy?

Sarsons said divisions can be mended by electing a new council with fresh ideas. She’s a big believer in hugs, and suggested getting the two sides together for some hugs.

Many candidates expressed support for an OCP that prevents buildings taller than three storeys along Beach Avenue.

Kent said better communication is needed with the public about council’s reasons for their decisions. He also said it’s important to measure a building’s height by length and not storeys.

Kwaczynski said two way dialogue is needed between the city and the public – “not finger pointing.”

Cunningham says many people have come up to her expressing support for council’s decision to go ahead with PeachTree, though she admits the “No” side was much more vocal.

None of the candidates want to extend Centennial Walkway from Bliss Bakery to Todd’s RV and Campground.

They also can agree that more seniors’ housing is needed.

Join us for the 2018 Peachland Artisan Indoor Markets, proudly hosted by the Peachland Visitor Centre; presenting talented local Okanagan artisans and local wine tasting.

The markets will begin October 6th and will run on the following Saturdays: October 27th, November 10th & 24th and December 8th. Each market will again be held in the Peachland Visitor Centre with no admission fee and will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

There will be a special evening Christmas market held on December 7th from 4 to 6 p.m. before the Peachland Christmas Light-Up at 6 p.m. in Heritage Park.

This year we are proud to introduce visitors to new vendors as well as previous vendors from last year; presenting photography,

juice & honey, fashion, interior décor and so much more. To add to visitor’s shopping experience, we are also excited to announce that our winery vendors are returning for another year, ready to serve their reds & whites to all our wine

enthusiasts.

Coffee will be served by donation. All proceeds will go towards BEEPS – Bat Education & Ecological Protection Society. We thank you for your continued support and we look forward to welcoming all our visitors to the 2018 Artisan Indoor Market season.

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Please submit your resume with three references by Friday, October 12th, to: Hiring Committee, Peachland Seniors’ Support Society Att: E. Lemke, Administrator elemke@peachland.ca, or mail to/drop off at: 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC V0H 1X7

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FPTP encourages group-think and partisan behaviour Dear editor: Anyone watching the senate hearing into the lifetime appointment of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court will have had a front-row seat to political partisanship at its worst.

Despite the gut-wrenching testimony of Dr. Blasey Ford accusing the judge of sexual assault, and despite the American Bar Association calling for an FBI investigation into the judge’s alleged actions, all but one of the Republican members of the senate committee gladly voted to advance Kavanaugh’s nomination to a full senate vote.

In case you think otherwise, you should know the single reluctant senator did not vote against advancement. Instead, he lent his voice to the calls for investigation and voted with his party anyway.

Time and time again, north and south

of the border, we see good people park their brains and let partisanship take over.

For instance, certain members of the BC NDP needed just five minutes to process the shock of John Horgan’s decision to approve the Site C dam. Once recovered, they got back to their mindless cheerleading.

Only four months ago, members of the Conservative opposition trounced the federal government for cutting off debate of the Elections bill, even though they cut off debate of their own Elections bill when they held government in 2014.

Liberal members of government who howled when the Conservatives trampled democracy back then supported their own government’s mighty trampling four years later.

Meanwhile, Green Party partisans congratulate themselves and their lead-

er instead of asking Elizabeth May what happened to the calls she used to make for a moratorium on expansion of the tar sands.

The first-past-the-post electoral system encourages group-think and partisan behaviour by awarding all political power to the winner of any election.

Parliamentary discussion of issues and bills is most often a banal charade because the system doesn’t require anything better.

Spirited debate and cross-aisle cooperation is replaced with a single-party steamroller that most often represents less than 40 per cent of the electorate.

The views of sixty per cent of voters are routinely ignored.

Opponents of proportional representation are out in full force this fall, hoping to prevail in the B.C. referendum on electoral reform. When your ballot arrives by mail, please don’t look the other way. And please don’t be persuaded that proportional representation is

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Instead, recognize that proportional systems are fair and super sophisticated.

Because they are, they’re used in more than 80 countries throughout the world.

These systems encourage a range of viewpoints and also encourage the racial and gender diversity of candidates.

All votes count in proportional systems, and if a party intends to play a constructive role in government, they’ll have to cooperate with other parties.

Your ballot will give you three proportional systems to choose from. If you can’t make up your mind, just say “yes” to proportional and leave it at that. Return your ballot between October 22 and November 30.

Then pat yourself on the back for having said “no” to divisive and destructive political partisanship and “yes” to a brighter future for all of us.

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The new agreement, subject to ratification is called the United States, Mexico and Canada Agreement otherwise referred to as the USMCA. This agreement involved a significant number of concessions from Canada from the previous NAFTA agreement.

Some of those concessions are listed down below.

Dairy: the United States received increased access to the Canadian dairy sector- roughly 3.6%. The Liberal Government has promised it will compensate Canadian dairy farmers for their losses.

Auto sector: Canada has agreed to a maximum number of vehicles that can be produced in Canada (2.6 Million) and be exported to the United States without duty.

As well, to avoid duties, 75% of the parts used in the manufacture of

the vehicles, must originate from USMCA partner countries.

Drugs: Canada has agreed to extend patent protections for biological pharmaceutical drugs to 10 years. This change is widely expected to increase the cost of some prescription drugs.

Copyright Laws: Canada has agreed to extend the terms of a copyright from 50 years up to 70 years. A change that many experts have called a “capitation on Canada’s copyright policy”.

De Minimis: this is a term that represents the amount of goods a person can bring across the border without being hit by duties.The basic exemption when crossing the border in person will increase to $40 of US goods up from the current $20. For online shipment (e-commerce) the level is increased to $150 CAD. That is the question for Canadians to decide upon and will also serve as . . . my question for this week: Do you think the many concessions that the Liberal government made, went too far or is this simply the price to be paid for a new North American trade agreement?

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Candidates answer the weekly question: Will you do anything to address noise pollution along Beach Avenue?

Cindy Fortin

As Mayor, I have worked on reducing the noise levels along Beach Ave in a few different ways, including my frequent requests of the RCMP to step up their presence along Beach Avenue, and throughout our community. I will continue to push for an even greater police presence.

I have also participated in and promoted the “Real Rebels Know When to Pipe Down” Drink Coaster Campaign that reaches out to motorcyclists to respect the tranquility of our community.

Lastly, there are a few key locations along Beach Avenue and 13th Street that would benefit from strategically located speed bumps.

Eric Hall

Peachland has a noise bylaw but having a bylaw and enforcing it are two different things.

Noisy motorbikes can have a negative effect on the enjoyment of Beach Avenue and an impact on business there.

So we should monitor the situation, give warnings and then ask the RCMP to test noise levels if the problem persists.

Leanne Sarsons

Noise abatement bylaw, 1995 points 3.3 to 3.10 talk of motor powered boats with different types of exhaust, all of which we have heard one time or another this past summer. Fines and penalties range from $50 to $100.

One bylaw states the bylaw officer (I believe we have one fulltime and one parttime) shall be responsible and responding to complaints relating to noise and enforcing this bylaw. Nothing in the bylaw about motorbikes revering up on Beach Avenue!

Some say it’s only three months of the year but with our weather the noise can and does start in March or April right through to September and October. I would get our paid bylaw enforcement officer to enforce this bylaw!

And I’d like to bring this to the table to discuss changes to it.

Karen Mustard

Keith Feilding

Noise pollution occurs mostly in summer, especially bikes can make a lot of noise. This Good Neighbour Bylaw 2178 is in support of Peachland’s desire to enhance the quality of life for its citizens, promote civic responsibility and encourage good relationships between neighbours and visitors.

When the noise is excessive, our bylaw officers or RCMP should make reasonable attempts to secure voluntary compliance before initiating any manner of enforcement action.

If this doesn’t work, they will take the necessary enforcement action.

Did you know that every household in Peachland pays $238.44 a year for policing?

We need to have more RCMP presence in our town, especially in summer to deal with things like noise pollution, crime and vehicle speed to name a few.

My Answer: If MOTI wants to put a by-pass through your living room, then that’s where it’s going to go.

Personally, I believe the by-pass will be great for the community. The stress of development will be taken off Beach Avenue and moved further down the highway.

We have to prepare for this, of course. Whether MOTI chooses a by-pass or a 4-lane highway, we have options as a community and getting our ducks in a row before the decision is made will help ensure that any new transition is to our benefit.

Karen Mustard

Noise issues, whether on Beach Avenue or elsewhere in Peachland, are dealt with through our “Noise Abatement Bylaw Number 1330, 1995” - assuming that all efforts under our new Good Neighbour Bylaw 2178 have been unsuccessful.

Should a specific situation on Beach Avenue require additional means to enforce the bylaw, these could certainly be considered.

I want a by pass but it’s years away. In the meantime the current Hwy needs to be addressed to improve safety.

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Mike Kent

The most predominate complaint about noise on Beach Avenue refers to vehicle generated noise. A municipality can implement laws to limit how much the noise may be emitted by motor vehicle engines and laws that limit vehicle speed can also reduce noise; however, people may choose to ignore these. Peachland already has noise bylaws in place intended to manage noise and these should be enforced. Nevertheless, I believe that the best use of community resources to address the issue is to educate our citizens and visitors and ask individuals to be cognisant of the noise their vehicles generate and encourage them to be considerate of others and drive in a manner that limits noise pollution.

accepting applications for 2 stand-by night shift snow plow operators. The position runs from November 5, 2018 through March 16, 2019. For details please visit the District of Peachland website at:

The Council of the Corporation of the District of Peachland intends to adopt 2019 Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw Number 2245, 2018 at a meeting of Council to be held October 9, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Peachland Community Centre, 4450 – 6th Street, Peachland, B.C. Pursuant to Section 227 (1) & (2) of the Community Charter, the following information is provided with regard to the Bylaw:

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In finding practicable solutions to noise pollution, Council needs to review enforcement data of previous years. Within a specific time frame how many offenders have been ticketed? Are citations being issued pursuant to Peachland’s noise abatement bylaw or provincial legislation (e.g. Motor Vehicle Act Regulations)? How ••• many appeals have been filed and what is the conviction rate? If sporadic enforcement has not proved to be effective, the Community, RCMP, and Bylaw Enforcement should establish enforcement blitzes during peak periods of noise pollution.

Posting “Noise Calming Area” signs at the entrances to Peachland may yet be another way Night Shift Plowing & Sanding to gain compliance.

The District of Peachland is currently

Patrick Van Minsel

Last week’s late submissions: Do you think Peachland needs a by-pass?

Noise pollution on Beach Avenue (and in other areas of Peachland) comes principally from improperly silenced motor cycles, loud volume speakers, muffler altered trucks and cars, and from incorrectly muffled water craft. Local bylaws and Provincial and Federal legislation capable of dealing with noise offences already exist - the issue is one of enforcement. Council is routinely consulted by the RCMP about policing priorities. I would seek to ensure that noise abatement was identified as a matter for serious consideration as one such priority and ranked against others such as speeding, routine surveillance, crime prevention and emergency response.

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Local Events and Activities: Send the information for your Peachland event to admin@peachlandview.com The Peachland Art Gallery proudly presents - “Kelowna Painters Studio Society” exhibition Sat Oct. 6 to Nov. 4. Everyone is welcome to attend the Opening Reception Sat. Oct. 6th from noon - 3pm. Artists in attendance. 5684 Beach Ave, Peachland Historic School, Tue - Saturdays 9-4 pm Sundays 10 - 4 pm.

Peachland Indoor Artisan Markets - Starts Sat Oct 6, 10 am to 3 pm at the Peachland Visitor Centre.

Art Refresher Course - The Peachland Community Arts Council is sponsoring a six-week Art Refresher Course with artist Rena Warren. If you haven’t painted for a while, or would like to upgrade your skills; this is the course for you. Tuesdays, Oct 9 – Nov 20, 12:30 – 3:30 pm; at the Little Schoolhouse.

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

Every Thursday, 6:45 pm GO Doors open at 5:30 pm

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8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre Bring mat, Beginners welcome

Casual callers and sellers are still needed

Potluck

Friday October 26th at 6 pm 50+ Activity Centre

YOGA

By donation, Everyone is welcome !

Please bring a salad, entree, dessert or something yummy to share as well as your own cutlery and dishes.

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

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

INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre

YOGA

9-10 am Contact Dawn for location 250-878-6342

PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 9:05-11 am, Community Centre

VARIETY SINGERS

9:15 am, $5 Drop in. Please bring a mat.

50+ Activity Ctre

CONTRACT BRIDGE

MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

PICKLEBALL (3.5) 4:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre

10-11 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre

PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5) 11 am-1 pm, Community Centre TAI CHI noon, 50+ Activity Centre Back Sept 17th by donation

MEDITATION/RELAXATION

11:30 am-12:30 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre

PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre

THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10-11 am, Community Centre

SPIN, CORE, STRETCH

CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs), 10:00-noon,

4:30-5:15 pm.

Community Centre 5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre

KARATE CLASS

6-7 pm at the Little Schoolhouse

YOUTH BOXING CLUB

MONDAY MORNING COFFEE

9:30 am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

MINI BATTERS T-BALL

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY

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

50+ FITNESS

SPIN & SCULPT

9:15-10 am, Community Centre

HATHA YOGA

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

9:05-11 am, Community Centre

1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

9:15 am Drop in from Sept to June, 50+ Activity Centre 9:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre

9-10 am Contact Dawn for location 250-878-6342

PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5)

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

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

STRETCH, BALANCE & CORE

Everyone over 19 years is welcome!

Membership not required.

FITNESS ROOM

FITNESS ROOM

8-9 am, Community Centre

Lotto License #103899

NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING

WEDNESDAYS INDOOR WALKING

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

MONDAYS

Register with Sharon 250-767-6556.

The Peachland Wellness Centre (PWC) - is offering an excursion Titled: “Vienna Classics”, Tuesday November 6 @ 1:00 p.m. to be held at the Ad Lib Art Gallery in West Kelowna. $15.00 per person. Please call the PWC for more info or to book your seat at 250-767-0141, drop by 4426 5th Street or email PWC at wellnesscentre@shaw.ca. Payment must be received before confirmation is given..

The Paverpol Workshop - Saturday, October 13 at the Little Schoolhouse still has a few seats available.

No previous experience required to learn this art; open to all adults. Call Sharon to register 767-6556.

6-7 pm Community Centre 6-8 pm, 4th St Place

WOOD CARVERS 7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre Returns Oct 1st

POUND

6:45-7:45 pm, Community Centre

PICKLEBALL DROP IN

Community Centre

CARPET BOWLING

FLOW YOGA

9-10 am, 4th Street Place

10 am to 11:30 am Peachland Wellness Ctre To register: 250-767-0141

COFFEE GROUP

(3.0+) 11 am-1 pm, Community Centre

1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre

PICKLEBALL (3.75+)

1-3 pm, Community Centre UKELELE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre MAHJONG 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

POWER UP & OPEN GYM

5:30-6:30 pm, 4th Street Place

8 am, 5$ Drop in 50+ Activity Centre

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB

TUESDAYS FLOW YOGA

10 am-11:30 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre Begins Oct 10th

10:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre, every 2nd & 4th Wed, Dropins Welcome

Grade 4-5, 3-6 pm, Boys and Girls Club

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

WELLNESS CIRCLE

10 am, 50+ Activity Ctre AA 12-1 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

(all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre

FITNESS ROOM

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

PICKLEBALL DROP IN MEDITATION

11:45- 12:45 pm 50+ Activity Centre

PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre

CONTRACT BRIDGE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

SUNSHINE SINGERS

1:15 to 2:15 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre

ZUMBA

CHESS

PICKLEBALL DROP IN (all levels) 5:45-7:30 pm, Community Centre

PICKLEBALL DROP IN

(all levels) 7:45-9:30 pm, Community Centre

CLOG DANCING

6-7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

KARATE CLASS

6-7 pm, the Little Schoolhouse

5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre

MEAT DRAW

FEEL GOOD FRIDAYS Grade 4-7 4-8 pm, Free Boys and Girls Club

MINI KICKERS SOCCER

LIONS DEN MEETING

(4-6 years) 4:30-5:15 pm, Community Centre

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

6-8 pm, 4th St Place

7 pm, 4440 5th St. every 2nd & 4th Wed, Contact: Gary 250-767-3491

MINI KICKERS SOCCER

CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP

POUND

(6-7 years) 5:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre

THURSDAYS

6:45-7:45 pm, Community Centre BINGO 6:45 pm 50+ Activity Centre (doors open 5:30 pm)

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

7 pm, Peachland Museum

FITNESS ROOM BARGAIN BIN

9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church

CARPET BOWLING 10 am, 50+ Activity Centre

MEAT DRAW

3-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.

PICKLEBALL DROP IN

DROP IN

(all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre

Grade K-7 1-5 pm, Free Boys and Girls Club

8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre

FRIDAYS

SUNDAYS

HI-LO FITNESS

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

FITNESS ROOM

YOGA (FOUNDATIONS)

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

BARGAIN BIN

9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church

TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS

9:30 am, $2 Drop in Peachland Legion. Hosted

by Peachland Wellness Ctre.

Beginners welcome

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10 am-12 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre

PICKLEBALL (3.5)

10:30 am-12:30 pm, Community Centre

IRON & SILK

10:45 am 50+ Activity Centre

FITNESS ROOM

INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre

50+ FITNESS

9:15 am, $5 Drop in.

Please bring a mat.

50+ Activity Centre

FLOW YOGA

9-10 am, 4th Street Place

THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10-11 am, Community Centre

CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs) 10 am-noon, Community Centre

FALL STORY TIME

BARGAIN BIN

ZUMBA

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB

ROTARY CLUB PEACHLAND

10:30 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre

11:15 am Peachland Library

11:45 am-12:45 pm, 4th Street Place

9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church 10 am - noon, Peachland Wellness Ctre

YOGA (BEGINNERS) PASSION 4 ART

12 pm 50+ Activity Centre ART CLUB 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

1:00-3:00 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre 3rd Thur of each month,

LADIES COFFEE & CRIB

PICKLEBALL (3.75+)

PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5)

1-3 pm, Community Centre

LET YOUR MONEY WORK FOR YOU Limited Time Offer 3 Year Anniversary Term-Deposit

2.75%

*Terms and conditions apply, see in branch for details

vantageone.net

Grade 8+ 4-8 pm, FREE Boys and Girls Club

3-4 pm, Peachland Library

YOUTH BOXING CLUB

ENERGY FOR WELLNESS

SPIN, CORE, STRETCH

TEEN DROP IN

LEGO TIME (ALL AGES)

SATURDAYS

TWEEN DINNER NIGHT Grades 4-7, 4:30-7:30 pm $3/session or $10/month Boys and Girls Club

UKELELE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

4-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.

1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

SOCIAL BRIDGE

7 pm, $4 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre

(Drop In) 5:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre

12-1:30 pm, Gasthaus Restaurant.

Everyone welcome AA 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

LINE DANCING

FAMILY MULTI SPORT

1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre 1-3 pm, Community Centre

FITNESS ROOM

SUNDAY BREAKFAST

8-11 am, (no long weekends) Peachland Wellness Ctre

PEACHLAND UNITED Service: 10 am, United Church

ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP

10 am, St. Margaret’s Church

EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE

10 am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank

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

PICKLEBALL (2.5-3.5) 12-2 pm, Community Centre

THE PEACHLAND WALKING CLUB

1 pm, for details visit peachlandtrekkers.ca

MEAT DRAW

2-4 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.

PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 2-4 pm, Community Centre

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

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Peachland

Classifieds BUSINESS SERVICES

NOTICE

FOR SALE

Peachland United

Coquihalla Special

BARGAIN BIN All donations are welcome and appreciated,

except large items and electronics.

Household items, clothing, linens, etc OPEN : THU, FRI, SAT 9:30 am - 3:00 pm

Volunteer Needed Contact 250-767-3216

R. BROWN ELECTRICAL

Service Installation, Maintenance.

Residential, Commercial.

Lic’d, Bonded Insured.

Do it Right Make it Safe.

Peachland 250-863-5180

Renosense Home Repair Ltd.

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

Call Eric

250-317-6570

SUPPORT GROUPS

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

Call 250-763-5555 for more info

For Sale

Grey and Blue Couch $25 each and 2 Lazyboy reclining chairs Grey and Blue $10 each Both good condition Call 250-767-9687

For Sale

Dresser with 9 drawers and mirror, solid and thick wood $40.00 OBO Black, glass top TV Stand $25.00 OBO Both excellent condition Call 250-767-2810

TRAVEL

AL-ANON

FAMILY GROUPS

Offer help to families & friends of alcoholics.

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

For more information

250.490.9272

bcyukon-al-anon.org al-anon.alateen.org

VOLUNTEER

50+Activity Centre

is looking for a temporary volunteer bookkeeper from December 2018 to March 2019.

Computer skills and some accounting knowledge, 2 hours/week. Contact 250-767-9133 or

50plusactivitycentre@gmail.com

Call 250 767 7771 or email admin@peachlandview.com

MEXICO COUNTRY HOME FOR RENT 15 minutes from Puerto Vallarta airport.

EMAIL: sculpron@gmail.com BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Trouble Walking?

Hip or knee Replacement? or conditions causing restrictions in daily activities? $2,000 tax credit, $40,000 refund cheque/rebates.

Disability Tax Credit.

1-844-453-5372.

EMPLOYMENT

SANDMAN INNS RURAL BC

4 Champiro Ice Pro studded winter tires on Toyota rims.

Excellent Shape.

Size LT245/75/-R16.

Less then 1000km. $1450 OBO Call 250-767-6658

recruiting management couples, both full-time and part-time roles available. Ask us about our great employee perks and accommodation.

Apply: sbraid@sandman.ca

CEDARS For Sale Okanagan Grower Acclimatized for this area.

SPECIAL 4’ tall 10/$200 7’ tall 10/$350 Delivery & planting available.

Call George at Budget Nurseries 250-498-2189

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

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

A&W

Now Hiring

WOODWORKING PRODUCTION WORKER Reporting to Production Supervisors, Production Labour positions are trained for a wide array of duties and responsibilities in our locations across the Southern Okanagan; OK Falls, Oliver and Penticton.

Qualifications:

georgedemelo@mail.com

SAWMILLS

from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship.

FREE Info & DVD:

www.NorwoodSawmills. com/4000T

1-800-567-0404 Ext:400OT

STEEL BUILDING CLEARANCE FALL SUPER SAVING EVENT 20X23 $5,974 25X25 $6,629 28X29 $7,775 30X33 $9,125 32X31 $9,680

End wall included.

Pioneer Steel

1-855-212-7036 www.pioneersteel.ca

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Able to work both independently and in a team environment; Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others; Strong problem solving skills; Commitment to working safely coupled with strong communication & interpersonal skills; Alignment with Structurlam’s values of safety, respect, quality, integrity, open communication and profit; Ability to work mornings, afternoon, graveyards and weekends.

We offer:

• • • • • • • •

An unwavering commitment to your personal safety Competitive pay and exceptional benefits The opportunity to work with the best and brightest in the industry Diverse opportunities An open, innovative culture A positive, dynamic work environment Training and development to ensure you work successfully and safely The chance to live and play where you work Apply by email: hr@structurlam.com

FREE

Wooden palettes FREE for pick up at the office of the Peachland View

Peachland

Places of Faith Peachland United Church

St. Margaret’s Anglican Church 1162 Hudson Road West Kelowna, B.C. 250-769-5685

Sunday Services Contemporary Worship Service 9 a.m.

Traditional Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 10:30 am

“Let Us Worship Together”

Sunday Worship 10 a.m.

Tuesday Morning

9:30 a.m. Study, Coffee & Conversation

We are wheelchair accessible

(P.A.O.C.)

Sunday Worship 2 pm

4th Street & Brandon Ave

250-767-3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org

Sunday Mornings

250-460-2555 call John 250-767-2221

Office Hours 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Monday to Friday

Rev. Robin Graves

Lake Ave at 13th St 250-767-9237

Pastors: Kate & Steve Hobbs

10:30 am

Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m.

BELONG, BE LOVED, BELIEVE, BE JESUS

Pastor: Ian McLean

4464 4th Street

welcome

(St. Margaret’s Anglican Church building)

all are

LEGAL SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD

Wednesdays Sept to May

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

peachlandbaptist.com

MEDICAL

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Record Purge.

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FARM FOR SALE

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250-767-2206

Ages 3 through Grade 6 www.gracelutherankelowna.com

PEACHLAND

BAPTIST CHURCH

4421 4th Street

Grace Lutheran Church

FRONT END MANAGEMENT The Peachland Legion is recruiting for full time employment as Manager of the Royal Canadian Legion #69, Peachland.

Successful candidates will demonstrate skills and experience in: Food and Beverage Management, Hospitality, Marketing and Supervision.

Salary commiserate with experience. Submit resumes in person or email to: rcl69@shaw.ca Competition closes on October 27.

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In-demand career!

Employers have work-at-home positions available.

Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program.

Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

3000 acres of complete high end cattle & grain operation for sale in saskatchewan. manages 2k to 3k cow/calf operation with complete solid infrastructure. 2200 acres cultivated. contact doug at 306-716-2671 or saskfarms@shaw.ca.

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OCTOBER 5, 2018

ARTS & CULTURE

Cloggers coming back to 2018 Scarecrow Festival!

Loshny Walter

(Vladamere) Aug 5, 1934 - Sep 11, 2018

For the past few years, Walter was plagued with a heart condition. He passed away due to heart failure on September 11 at the Kelowna General Hospital, at the age of 84. Walt will be missed by his beloved wife Irene; his children Greg, Dianne, and Doug; and by his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family will be having a memorial at the Peachland Senior Centre (also known as the 50+ Activity Centre) located at 5672 Beach Avenue, on Saturday October 13, at 3:00 pm. Those wishing to honour Walt’s life are welcome to come.

In Memoriam

CHRIS BYRD

PEACHLAND COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL Have you noticed Peachland seems to be more populated these days?

There are people in front of stores - on street corners – everywhere!!!

All shapes and sizes – dressed in weird clothes, hats, and all! Ah, but yes! It must be the 3rd Annual Peachland Scarecrow Festival! Lasting the whole of October!

Join the fun in Heritage Park next Saturday, October 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with performances from the Okanagan Cloggers and music by “Papa Thom” emceed by the ‘Wolfman of the Okanagan’, Kerry Martinson. Bring friends, family and kids out for a great afternoon of popcorn, face painting, decorating pumpkins and guessing the weight of the giant pumpkin. This is a free, family event! For more information please contact the Peachland Visitor Centre at 250-767-2455.

Members are invited to next Saturday’s October 6 opener of The Kelowna Painters Studio Society exhibition at the Peachland Art Gallery from 12 noon to 3 pm. This is a group of well-established Okanagan artists who have shown their works over the years and developed a topnotch reputation. The artists will be on hand to talk about their art and refreshments will be served. The exhibition carries on with winter hours until Sunday, November 4.

The second in our fall Lecture series at the Peachland Art Gallery is on Friday, October 19 and will be a presentation by John Christie titled Summiting Alaska’s Denali: My Expedition up Mt. McKinley. Free tickets limited to 50 are available for pick up at the Gallery (250-767-7422).

Mt. McKinley, at an altitude of 20320 feet, is the highest in North America and because of its unpredictable weather conditions one of the ten most formidable mountains

We had a sad year missing my mom, Barbara Janes-Yeo. Many thanks to Dave Cane who piped my mom’s last journey with his astounding Amazing Grace, it meant so much to all.

Amber, her cat, is at the Kelowna SPCA and needs a loving home. Adoption fee has been paid.

2016 FILE PHOTO OF THE CLOGGERS

Blair

Dorothy Martha 1928-2018

We would like to honour our Mother/ Grandmother who passed away Sept. 13th at the age of 90. Survived by her 3 Sons, 2 Grandsons, 2 Great Granddaughters & 2 Daughter-in-laws.

Dorothy was born in Winnipeg and raised on the farm.

She arrived in Peachland in the 1960’s.

Dorothy led a Life of Service to her Country. In appreciation of her committed service, Dorothy was awarded: The Meritorious Medal from the Royal Canadian Legion and The Golden Jubilee Medal from the Queen.

You are loved and will be missed.

in the world to ascend and one to which John Christie lost a friend.

The Peachland Recreation Department is offering Imagine Art a series of children’s workshops for children 6 years and over in the Banquet Room of the Peachland Community Centre. This coming Sunday, October 7 from 1 to 3 p.m. Artist instructor Wayne Power will be holding the workshop titled Think Ink. Power, an experienced retired elementary school teacher has a gift working with young children. The cost per child is $20 and $15 for each additional child. This is an opportunity to get your child involved. Please phone 250-767-2133 for additional inquiries.

Award winning art educator Rena Warren will be holding a six week Art Refresher course for adults at the Peachland 1898 Little Schoolhouse every Tuesday at 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., from October 9 to November 13. Warren specializes in large-scale oil and acrylic portraiture, block printing, and textile design. The $60 fee covers all resource materials and 18 hours of instructions. To register please call Sharon at 250-767-6556.

As of last week there were still one or two vacancies for the Paverpol workshop offered by Maureen Warner at the Peachland Little Schoolhouse on Saturday, October 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If still interested you may be lucky.

Give 3D sculpting a try. Call Sharon at 250-767-6556 to register.

Four years ago as a run up to the official opening of the Peachland Art Gallery in 2014, the University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO) held an interactive Eco-Art Incubator exercise from July to August followed by an exhibition called the Yellow Schoolhouse Project. This included a record of people’s reflections of Peachland.

On display were paintings, poems, and sound recordings created in a series of workshops inspired by local PCAC

members in conversation with Assistant Professor Denise Kenney and Associate Professor Nancy Holmes (Creative Writing).

This year Professor Holmes has organized a conference in Kelowna, The Border Free Bees Symposium, that will take place from October 12 to 14. Holmes is inviting local artists to the Saturday October 13 activities at UBCO in particular. The conference is bringing together local, national and international artists and scientists who have collaborated on bee-focussed projects over the past few years. There will be visiting artists from Mexico, the lower Mainland, the Kootenays and the States, all talking about the art and science of bees. Linking art forms with environmental concerns is motivational and a concept that has symbiotic overtones to both artist and environmentalist. Please consider a visit to the Symposium a week Saturday. The bees of the world and humans are at risk!

Coincidentally, John Enns’ exhibition Ecology that opened Saturday at Penticton’s Front Street Gallery is a good example of how art can be linked to promoting environmental preservation and a healthy relationship between artist and nature. Fish like bees are as much in danger from human carelessness which underlines the same eco-artistic values as the UBCO Symposium above.

Enns is a Fisheries Biologist and oil painter based out of Penticton. As a Fisheries Biologist, he has worked on salmon habitat monitoring and stream restoration projects. Many of the streams represented in Enns’ paintings have serious problems with habitat loss due to human encroachment and water extraction. His work, combined with a growing interest in oil painting, has led to the creation of paintings represented on his website (www.ennsjoe.com) and shown in a number of galleries in the Okanagan. His exhibition carries on until Thursday, October 11.

Hambleton Galleries in Kelowna is opening their 2018 fall show of Perry Haddock’s works this Thursday, October 4th from 5:30 to 8 pm. The show features all new works of Okanagan and West Coast scenes in Haddock’s distinct and beautiful style. You can RSVP your attendance at the opener from our website. The show runs until Thursday, October 18.

Who Gives a Hoot is an exhibition of Owls creatively portrayed by a potpourri of potters and artists at the Summerland Arts Centre at an opening reception this Thursday, October 4 from 7 to 9 pm. Spread your wings and swoop in - you might latch onto something! Ongoing until Saturday, November 17.

Currently on display at the Penticton Art Gallery is Forgotten Laughter: Children of the Dump, a photography exhibition by social documentary photographer Gerry Yaum who seeks to tell the stories of forgotten and marginalised people. The photography series was made at the Mae Sot, Thailand garbage dump where approximately 400 people live and work scavenging for recyclable goods.

These are Burmese refugees who have travelled illegally from Burma into Thailand hoping for a better life.

In Burma they faced political persecution and economic hardship. The display carries on until Sunday, November 4.

Suk’ t msqilx West Kelowna Arts Council (SWAC) has a juried Annual Call to Artists coming this November 1st that runs until the 30th for those who wish to sell their work at the Kelowna Airport “Spirit of the Okanagan” Art kiosk. Here’s a great opportunity for exposure and to sell your work at a high volume store. Download the latest Procedures for Artists file from the website.

To encourage the growth of emerging and professional artists in the Okanagan, The Arts Council of the Central Okanagan (ARTSCO), with support from the City of Kelowna, is offering six Professional Development Workshops in October through December.

The days grow shorter but not this newsletter!

Bye now!

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COMMUNITY

Boys and Girls Club reflects on five years at the clubhouse PATRICIA BARROWS

OKANAGAN BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS – PEACHLAND On Oct. 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. we are having a Birthday Bash! The Okanagan Boys and Girls Club is celebrating our 5th birthday in our beautiful Club facility.

It is hard to believe that it has been five years since we opened our doors to offer programs for children and youth in a dedicated space.

Over the past five years we have been so fortunate to connect and build strong relationships with many other community members and service groups.

Working together we have been able to provide preschool, after school, recreation, and other unique program opportunities for the youth of Peachland.

A few of our memorable events have been Peachland Movie Night, Light Up, Canada Day Celebrations and parade, an Intergenerational Cooking program, stand up paddle boarding with Beach Ride Rentals, games nights with the Peachland Wellness Centre, and art workshops with the Peachland Community Arts Council.

Everyone is invited to come to the Club at 5684 Beach Ave on Oct. 12 to celebrate our birthday with us!

Enjoy a hot dog barbecue, party games, and birthday cake generously donated by IGA. There are just a few spaces left in our Kid Food Nation program starting Oct. 17.

Kid Food Nation is a Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada national program that aims to improve children’s health (ages 7 to 12) by

teaching food skills and enhancing food literacy in a fun, interactive, and free eight week program.

We ask that families pre-register by Oct. 12. To register or for more information, call us at 250-767-2515 or email peachland@ obgc.ca.

Thursday nights are just for Teens! Youth in grades 8+ can come to the Club from 4 to 8 p.m. where they can take part in different activities, check out the computers and video games, listen to music, have a snack, play a game of pool, or just hang out with friends in a relaxed environment.

Here at the Club we also have opportunities for teens to complete their volunteer hours by helping out in our programs and events or leading recreational activities.

Thank you to everyone who has supported and worked with us over the years. Our successes are thanks to being part of a great community, a caring staff team, and the amazing children, youth and families who come to our Club each day.

For more information about our Club or to register for programs call, email, or find us online. Activity calendars are also available at the Club.

Club Member of the Month

Robert first attended Recreation Drop In programs at the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club Peachland in 2015.

During this time, he has taken part in almost all recreation programs offered and always brings a smile and kind, thoughtful nature.

Robert is curious and interested to learn and try new things.

He gets along with everyone and participates in all activities.

He loves to play Minecraft, other games, and help with making snacks and meals on Dinner Nights. Robert is a gardening whiz, and often brings in carrots, tomatoes, and more to share with the staff and other members.

We are excited that he Ask for special Fall rates! will be joining our Kid SENIORS S T N Food Nation program this DISCOU fall – he will bring a lot of knowledge and eagerness Barry Harris to the table!

Repaint Specialist The staff at the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club 250.826.5039 in Peachland are so proud barrylharris@outlook.com to recognize and celebrate Serving the beautiful Okanagan Valley Robert as the Club Member of the Month!

Beachside Painting Co.

FALL CLASSES START OCT 4 (Penticton) & OCT 5 (Summerland)

Deadly Passage brings new appliances to life CONTRIBUTED Like a live game of Clue—Deadly Passage was the whodunit murder mystery hosted by the Peachland Rotary Club last week at the 50+ Activity Centre.

Funds raised from the event will be

used for the purchase of kitchen appliances and a TV in the common room of the new Seniors’ Centre residence.

Cast: Back Row: Sherlocke Holmes (Chris Scowen).

Middle Row: Sarah Jones (Tami Theriault); Camilla Perez (Moira Baxter); Edwin Goldman (Nick Lloyd);

Amanda Goldman (Tanya Northcott).

Front Row: Bill Cruise (Chad Coutts); Simon Decree (Madeleine Nixon); Augusta Bold (Debra Kelley); Senor Raoul Alvarado (Rocky Rocksborough-Smith).

Director: Brian Haigh; Master Organizer: Wendy Howard.

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Royal Canadian Legion #69 - peachland

SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING OCTOBER 17, 2018 at 7 pm

Only members in good standing (as of October 10) may attend in order to vote on the motion: “to sell the property at 4431 2nd Street, Peachland BC” for additional information

call 250.767.9404 or 250.826.6570

Your Ticket to Great Entertainment Brothers Osborne October 19

SOUTH OKANAGAN EVENTS CENTRE

Celtic Thunder X November 1

SOUTH OKANAGAN EVENTS CENTRE

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

Stone Temple Pilots & Seether with Default & Age of Days

SOUTH OKANAGAN EVENTS CENTRE

SOUTH OKANAGAN EVENTS CENTRE

Three Days Grace

October 23

November 8

December 15

SOUTH OKANAGAN EVENTS CENTRE

Tickets: Valley First Box Office (at the SOEC), charge-by-phone 1.877.763.2849, or online at ValleyFirstTix.com

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