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Leader of the BC NDP pops into local riding DAN WALTON EDITOR
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Tarik Sayeed, the local riding’s candidate for NDP, was given a boost by party leader John Horgan ‘s visit to Penticton on Tuesday night. “We are his soldiers,” Ashton speaks from Sayeed said about himself Liberal point of view/3 and his NDP teammates. Sayeed and Horgan were also joined by Colleen Ross, NDP nominee for Boundary Similkameen. Around 100 people filled a conference room at the Ramada Inn for the Better BC Town Hall event. Horgan spoke about topical issues to describe his vision for a stronger economy and environment, curtailing his message around the Bagpiper belting it idea that the Liberal Parin Peachland/11 ty gives special treatment to wealthy people, leaving taxpayers in the lower and middle class struggling to get ahead. One of the taxes that needs to be readjusted in favour of the middle and lower class, he said, is the ENJOYTHELONGWEEKEND Medical Service Plan of WITHFRIENDS&FAMILY! B.C. Many young residents THE PEACHLAND VIEW Horgan has spoken with OFFICE WILL BE had to find out about the CLOSED MONDAY, program through a collections agent. FEBRUARY 13Th. But because MSP is “so DAN WALTON engrained into our taxaA BETTER WAY? NDP leader John Horgan was at Penticton’s Ramada Inn on Tuesday evening to tion and revenue process,”
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there would have to be a phase-out period to make sure nobody is unduly affected, he said. Late in 2016, the Liberal Party introduced a program to give young, first-time homebuyers an interest-free loan for down payments. Horgan believes that to be a terrible idea in B.C., which he says is the province with the highest rate of personal debt per capita. “Our government is saying to young people who cannot afford to buy a home, ‘We’ll lend you some money.’” Through the new homebuyers loan, the province is offering to help up to 42,000 households, and Horgan said only 250 people have actually taken advantage of it. He doesn’t find that number to be very impressive in a province of four million. But no matter how short the Liberal’s fall short of their goal, he expects them to launch an ad campaign to boast of any success. When the Liberals have to face uncomfortable facts, Horgan said party leader Christy Clark spins the message to the point where her words are “alternative facts,” a term that was recently popularized in US politics. Continued on Page 7 . . .
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Monday, February 13th - 50 Plus Activity Centre, 11:00am - 3:00pm PEACHLAND VARIETY SINGERS - Presenting a “Mini Love-in” Concert featuring a variety of Love Songs From 11:00 am - 1:00 pm - Lunch is also served
PEACHLAND QUILTERS & NEEDLEWORKS OPEN HOUSE - A variety of displays from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Tuesday, February 14th - Peachland Library, 12:00pm - 7:00pm A BLIND DATE - Pick up a wrapped book from the Peachland Library and take it home as your date for the night
Community Centre Activities - February 15th - 19th Wednesday, February 15th, 10:00am - 2:00pm PINCUSHION QUILT GUILD OPEN HOUSE - Many works on display
Thursday, February 16th, 10:00am - 2:00pm PEACHLAND ART GROUP OPEN HOUSE - Come and watch the artists at work
Friday, February 17th - Community Centre, 6:30 - 8:30pm ARTIST RECEPTION FOR PARTICIPATING ARTISTS - Refreshments & Entertainment
Saturday, February 18th - Sunday, February 19th ARTISANS SHOWCASE OPENING CEREMONY - With Mayor Cindy Fortin on Saturday at 1:00 pm ARTISANS SHOWCASE - Local artist demos on quilling, paverpol, watercolour & photography collage Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
LITERARY CONTEST AWARDS - on Saturday at 1:15 pm OKANAGAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Saturday February 18th at 4:30pm
Will be in concert at the Peachland Art Gallery followed by dinner at 91 Restaurant Tickets are $30.00 - Available at the Peachland Art Gallery (250) 767-7422
Thank you to all our sponsors! PEACHLAND COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL
Admission by Donation • Everyone Welcome! • Visit www.PeachlandArts.ca for updates
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Ashton speaks with Rotary Honest people don’t use iTunes gift cards as currency, remind the RCMP DAN WALTON EDITOR
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MLA Dan Ashton weighed in on the idea to bypass Highway 97 around Peachland during an address at the local Rotary Club’s weekly luncheon on Feb. 2. He didn’t advocate for any specific outcome, though he spoke to the negative effects a similar project had in the City of Penticton, and emphasized that whatever decision gets made will be permanent. “I can tell you the day the bypass went in Penticton, and went around the downtown core – business dropped substantially, because now people didn’t stop in Penticton. And the day that the Coquihalla came in, here, the south end of the valley, has never ever ever reached the car count that is had with Highway 3.” A local Rotarian said that’s not always the case, citing the the benefits to come after a Highway 97 bypass was built around Lake Country. Ashton said there are pros and cons that come with every option. “The final decision will be the right decision for the people of Peachland, but you want to be darn sure.” In Trout Creek, where Ashton lives now, Highway 97 became much louder years ago after the government decided to four-lane it. “It was below the grade of the orchards and we never heard it,” he said. “Now I can hear it on a continual basis. I can tell you whenever a transport truck is traveling through Trout Creek.” Rotarians also asked about the state of B.C.’s healthcare – one member wanted to know why it costs half as much in countries like Germany and Netherlands where the service provided is twice as good. “I’m not going to lie there is abuse in the system,” Ashton said. “Not only from citizens but abuse from providers of medication. The costs are dramatic.” Also, some Europe-
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an nations have been developing public healthcare systems for even longer than Canada, he said, adding that “We should be looking at other parts of the world and how they do it.” In the United States, medical service is delivered faster, he said, but with an expensive price tag. In Switzerland, all citizens have access to a basic public healthcare system, he said, and that quality of care can be augmented through the use of private insurance. But even though there will always be room for improvement in healthcare, “If you look at what happens in the rest of the world we are very fortunate in Canada to have what we have, specifically B.C.” In his economic outlook, Ashton said British Columbia is in “Very good shape,” boasting about the province’s AAA credit rating; a balanced 2017 provincial budget; and being on track to eliminate the province’s operating debt. But with the United States being the largest trading partner of British Columbia, the possibility of President Donald Trump renegotiating the North American Free Trade Agreement is “really worrisome,” he said. However, ministers from the BC Liberal government will be involved in those dis-
cussions. “It’s not contained to the U.S. Protectionism is happening around the world – look at Brexit. It’s everywhere right now.” That attitude hasn’t been embraced by Canadians, he says. “Canada has an open door policy. Our country has been built on immigration and it’s an incredible country when you look at what we have compared to the rest of the world.” In the world of natural resources, the province’s Liquified Natural Gas projects are preparing to deliver hundreds of years worth of untapped supply to global markets, he said. When Ashton was asked if those projects involved hydraulic fracturing, he said they were, but “if it’s done properly there isn’t an issue.” Many of the problems caused by hydrofracking are a result of wells not getting capped properly, he said, which the government is conscious of. And as a reminder to all Peachlanders, Ashton said spoke about his weekly appointment at the Little Schoolhouse every Thursday afternoon, where he or his constituency assistant Dick Knorr make themselves available to meet with residents between !:30 and 3:30 p.m. Those hours are flexible and can be extended by appointment.
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If anybody asks you to pay for something through iTunes gift cards – and it’s not software from iTunes – then it’s a scam. “Do not follow through,” advise the RCMP. A resident of Kelowna who did follow through is out $35,000 after accepting fraudulent online technical support. Recently, the victim legitimately received technical support from a reputable company. Shortly thereafter, a fraudster called identifying with the same company. The fraudster, who spoke with a South Asian accent, falsely claimed his company took over another reputable company and convinced the
victim to grant access to his computer. The victim was duped into purchasing tens of thousands of dollars in iTunes cards and then entering the information into his computer. It was also reported that the scammer accessed the victims international bank account and removed thousands more. The practice of fraudsters asking for money via iTunes gift cards is on the rise, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. Anybody who is asked to make a purchase through iTunes money should report it to the RCMP and Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. The RCMP say there have also been reports of scammers impersonating employees of Canada Revenue Agency.
Principal asks parents to stop sending kids to school in onesies VIEW STAFF In an email to parents, Kevin Auclair, the principal of Peachland Elementary School, said a number of students have been noticed wearing pyjamas to school, onesies in particular. “Unfortunately, these outfits
have proven to be a distraction to the learning environment of our classrooms,” he said in the email. “In addition, there are concerns with these outfits during recess and PE times, as they are not designed for physical activity.” He said pyjamas should
only be worn to school on the planned Spirit Days which parents are notified about in advance. There was also a dress code reminder about footwear. Parents are asked to ensure their children have proper indoor and outdoor shoes.
Hired Equipment Registration Okanagan Shuswap District The Okanagan Shuswap District of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is creating its list of registered Equipment for Hire for the fiscal year of 2017/2018, which begins April 1, 2017. This district geographically covers the area from the United States border, east to Osoyoos, west of Princeton and north of Salmon Arm. All individuals or companies registered in 2016 will have received invitations by mail to re‑register hired equipment for 2017. If you have new equipment to be added to your profile, you can register online at www.bcbid.ca or contact the District Office in Kelowna to obtain the appropriate forms. Any individuals who were not registered in 2016, but wish to have equipment listed are hereby invited to contact the District Office, either in person or by phone, to obtain the appropriate registration forms. Note that while you do not need to have Commercial (Comprehensive) General Liability Insurance or up‑to‑date WorkSafe BC coverage to register, you will have to meet these requirements prior to working on any ministry projects. Only owned or lease‑to‑own equipment is eligible for registration. Equipment may only be registered in one area in any given year. Seniority is not transferable from area to area. The deadline for new registrations is midnight on Friday, March 17, 2017. Late registrations will be accepted, but may appear at the bottom of the open list. Note that there is no charge for registering new equipment, or for changing or deleting equipment information already listed. Register through the Okanagan Shuswap District Office at: 1358 St. Paul Street, Suite 300, Kelowna, B.C., V1Y 2E1 You can also phone at 250 712-3660 or send a fax to 250 712-3669 to have the forms mailed or faxed to you.
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BC Hydro was built by the Social Credit government as a public asset. This allowed for a comprehensive development of our energy resources. The private sector was offering a fractured system based on self-interest. The Socreds also established the BC Utilities Commission as an independent oversight to ensure the monopoly was operating in the public’s best interest. The current provincial Liberal government is on a path to destroy BC Hydro in many ways: 1. It requires BC Hydro to pay hundreds of millions of dollars per year to general revenue regardless of its financial health. 2. It burdens BC Hydro with expensive infrastructure plans such as Site C (estimates now run well above $8 billion). Meanwhile existing dams are in sad need of repair. 3. It has denied the BC Utilities Commission to weigh in on the Site C dam project. Bill Bennett and the Socreds established this commission. 4. Facing financial peril, BC Hydro has few options so it raises rates to homeowners and small
companies. But it gives a break to big mining. This creates consumer frustration and a desire to change the system. The BC Liberal solution – privatize. Sell portions of BC Hydro to help balance the books and promote the Liberal ideology of privatizing our public assets (remember BC Rail, BC Ferries, public transit). But the only portions the private sector will be interested in is the profitable “service” component of BC Hydro. For the private sector, major infrastructure projects like Site C will be too risky and financial returns too far into the future. If we sell the profitable component for short term gain the BC taxpayer will be saddled with long term debt without the revenue to pay it off. I say this whole thing stinks. In May 2017 we have a provincial election. Please think about this BC Hydro situation and the privatizing of our public, profitable assets. I say we vote to retain and enhance them. Vote for the party that will do that. Steve Burke West Kelowna
Re; Thankful for the Renfrew mudslide, Feb. 3 As a resident of the area, I for one am offended by both the content and someones assumption that they speak for all the people of this area. I am also upset that The View would publish a letter without a name attached and without checking to see
if there is an organization with this title. I am aware of many of the residents who do not agree with this letter in part or fully but I will not sign this letter “People Who Don’t Agree” or assume to speak for all that are affected by this inconvenience. Barry Christian Edgewater Pines
We were promised electoral system would improve Dear Member of Parliament: Millions of Canadians have responded to our Prime Minister’s commitment to put an end to our destructive, confrontational, and unproductive governments, by adopting an electoral system that would be fair for all Canadians, and make every vote count. A very intensive and inclusive national campaign produced a report that overwhelmingly recommended Proportional Representation. Monsef, Gould, and Trudeau’s lies do not change that. Over the years, a succession of callous and insensitive Prime Ministers motivated by political greed have manipulated our colonial political system to where Canada today is ruled by one man, who has amply demonstrated he is willing to continue to allow our beautiful country to self destruct, as long as he wins the next election. Having lived in a country with proportional representation and democratic governments for many years, I find it difficult to comprehend how public Trustees in good conscience can allow this to happen. Hopes for reform were shattered when Harper became Prime Minister, as he immediately began the process of transforming the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) into a political control center. It also became blatantly obvious he was not going to deliver on some very important commitments he made during the election, like ‘the MPs will be free to vote the way the constituents want them to vote’ and ‘we will
elect our Senators’. Trudeau’s campaign was based and won on the commitment not to use our Colonial firstpast-the-post (FPTP) ballot ever again. However, it has become obvious that Trudeau also does not want to change our electoral system, and that lying about it has become second nature to both. As members of the federal Legislature, your loyalty is to the people who elected you, not your party Leaders, who arbitrarily use Party Discipline to deny us our basic Human and Constitutional rights to have free and democratic governments. Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, Beverly McLachlin has also ruled that “Each citizen is entitled to be represented in government”. As Members of our federal Parliament you do not have the legal or moral latitude to defy the Supreme Court of Canada.You have also expressed publicly that changing the way our Parliament functions is more important than the way we elect our MPs, but that is not supported by logic. As the first step in the process of gaining control of our Parliament, we need a Proportional ballot to make sure the parties get the representation in the Legislature that accurately reflects the popular vote. As MPs you are our public Trustees, and you have a statutory obligation to make sure we use a proportional ballot in the next federal election. Andy Thomsen Peachland
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Vocabulary called into question Dear Mr. Dan Albas, My name is Aicha Gaboune, and I live in Peachland, BC. As I was perusing through the Peachland View, February 3rd, 2017, I was shocked by the title of your piece, “Don’t confuse Quebec terrorist with a jihadi”. As a Muslim in your constituency, I am appalled, so I decided to write to shed some light on many misconceptions about Islam and Muslims. As a leader in the community, you have an obligation to get to know the people in your constituency so that you can represent everyone equally and fairly. The title of your piece is based on generalization and misinformation. What do you know about the nature of Jihad? Are you just repeating what the media has been saying? Are you too helping to create other terrorists, like the Québec terrorist who killed innocent people without understanding the complexity of Islam? First of all jihad in Islam does not mean what the media want everyone in the West to believe. Jihad has different meanings: First, it is constant and continuous work on oneself to curtail some human defects like arrogance, greed, avarice, and envy, to name just a few; and most importantly to strive to get spiritually close to the Creator by achieving inner serenity and peace; hence the five prayers per day, the fasting one month during Ramadan from sunrise to sunset, Zakat -charity, and Hajj- pilgrimage to Mecca once in a lifetime if one can afford it. Secondly jihad means an obligation to Dear Dr. Gaboune, I do appreciate your thoughts and let me again state that this was cruel & barbaric act against innocent people in a place of sanctuary that is nothing short of disturbing. Let me reiterate that my thoughts are with the victims & their loved ones and with the Muslim faith community. This disturbing, cowardly act flies against everything we hold dear as Canadians. Now in regard to your letter and particularly to your point about the title used. I am 100% responsible for what is in my article, I have no control over the title or headline. That is decided independently by the editor or his or her designate. Other media outlets
defend one’s country, a value that all peoples and all cultures believe in and share. The way you used the term Jihadi implies terrorism that is particular only to Muslims when we know that many acts of terrorism are committed against Muslims today and throughout history, especially now in places like Chechnya , Myanmar, India, the West Bank and Gaza. The media referred to the Québec terrorist only as Alexander Bissonnette, as if he existed in a void. He massacared six innocents, seriously injured five while they were peacefully praying in a place of worship. The Quebec terrorist left six widows and 17 orphans, but no one else is to blame for his hateful acts. Like many undiscerning people, he has unquestionably accepted all the poison that has been spewing about Islam and Muslims for a long time. Now, however, with the election of Donald Trump, all the hatred, racism and Xenophobia are legitimized. No one mentioned the terrorist’s religion or his race, and ethnicity. He is only an individual; thus all white nationalists and anyone who harbours prejudices and racism views are absolved from Bissonnette’s heinous crimes. However, when a hateful individual did the same thing in France, for example, Islam and all Muslims are all directly or indirectly implicated. The media purposefully use inflammatory rhetoric, like “Islamic terrorists” and “Islamic fundamentalism”; little did they know that they are shaping a terrorist who is full of hate.
utilize my article and assigned different titles. For example: goo.gl/FxsZkv; goo. gl/Au9dEU Perhaps a discussion with the editor to highlight your concerns may be helpful for everyone. It is a challenging role, particularly in a smaller community in terms
Your title, “Don’t confuse Quebec terrorist with a jihadi” is doing exactly the same thing; you are perpetuating the same misconceptions that lead to hatred. You are also insinuating that what Mr. Justin Trudeau is doing by accepting Syrian refugees may backfire. You are being underhanded and hateful, just like Stephen Harper before you. Many Canadians, especially the “old stock” as Harper referred to them, assume that they are open-minded and accepting of others, but our collective history proves otherwise. What happened to the Japanese during World War II stemmed from ignorance and prejudices. You have an obligations to clarify, learn, read, question and educate yourself and not to add to ignorance and racism. You cannot play the role of a politician by appealing to the old stock and playing on their fears while alienating a group of people just because they are different; Muslims who chose to live in Canada have the same rights under the Charter of Rights and Freedom like anyone else. It is time for the rest of the population in Canada to get to know them, and when they do, they will realize that, like them, most Muslims are decent and peaceful people who made a big sacrifice by leaving their native countries and cultures for a better future for their children like all other immigrants to Canada. Yours, Aicha Gaboune, Ph.D. Peachland
of deadlines which often do not allow for sufficient time to reflect. In regard to my use of ‘some form of Jihadi inspired terrorism’ when referencing the associations that people draw when hearing what proved to be false informa-
tion from media, what term or terms do you think would be better suited? Thank you again for sharing your views. Sincerely, Dan Albas MP for Central Okanagan — Similkameen — Nicola
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Dear editor, As I was perusing through the Peachland View, February 3rd, 2017, I was shocked by the title of your piece, “Don’t Confuse Quebec terrorist with a Jihadi”. As a Muslim in BC, I am appalled, so I decided to write to shed some light
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Endless ways to get involved at 50+ Activity Centre SUSAN VAN NOORTWYK
50+ ACTIVITY CENTRE You need to get out your calendar. We have so many events coming up at the 50 + Activity Centre that you won’t want to miss. First of all, to kick of the HeART Festival in Peachland on Monday, Feb. 13 the Peachland Variety Singers are holding a “Love In and Lunch” event at the 50+ Activity Centre starting at 11 am. This is a mini concert that will feature a number of love songs followed by a light lunch. The
Quilters & Needleworkers will have a display of their work during this concert and will be welcoming visitors to their open house from 1 to 3 pm. Visitors are invited to share afternoon tea and cookies, say hello to the social Bridge group and maybe even join in for a hand or two. The Peachland Woodcarvers will have their display set up at the Community Centre as part of the HeARTS Festival on Feb. 18 and 19. Tai Chi will be canceled Feb. 13 only. Our Annual General Meeting is scheduled
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for Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. and will be held in conjunction with our monthly Potluck Friday starting at 6 p.m. Last month we enjoyed the “Dance City” dancers from West Kelowna. They are a talented group and we wish them well on their trip to Europe this summer. Marv Norden was chosen as the volunteer of the month. Marv has been teaching and leading a Duplicate Bridge group on Wednesday afternoons. This group is on hold for now. Marv is now teaching a beginners Bridge Course on Friday afternoons, if you are interested, please give him a call at 250767-6446 We are planning to showcase some of our groups at the Potluck Friday and AGM on Feb. 24. The Cloggers will be giving a demonstration and there will be tables set up with displays from some of our activity groups. Everyone is welcome to attend Potluck Friday, including families. Admission
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STEP BY STEP – “Dance City” dancers from West Kelowna shared an impressive performance last month at the 50+ Activity Centre.
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Valley Brakemen are coming to perform a concert at the 50 + Activity Centre. Tickets are $10, get yours early so you won’t be disappointed. They are now available at Peachland Pharmacy, Museum, Dollar Store, 50+ Activity Centre, Bliss Bakery & Bistro and the Clothes Pin Laundromat in West Kelowna. “Along with their usual blend of fascinating history, stories, and toe-tapping original tunes, The Kettle Valley Brakemen have a special treat for audiences in 2017, Canada’s 150th Anniversary. The band has tailored their concerts to include songs that explain the important role of railways in creating Canada. Head Brakeman, Jack Godwin explains, “Of course we’ll perform some of our popular KVR tunes but we’re also including railway construction songs and other material from beyond BC’s borders that honour the rail
workers whose efforts tied Canada from sea to sea. It’s a fast paced show with humour and history set to a folk/blue grass beat” The Kettle Valley Brakemen are popular heritage performers whose first goal is high quality family entertainment but who also aim to inform their audiences concerning Canada’s colourful railway past.” From 6 to 9 p.m. on March 14 is the annual Heart and Stroke Awareness Workshop at the 50 + Activity Centre. Cost is a five dollar donation. Anyone interested must pre-register at the Peachland Community Centre. Well there you go, lots to keep you entertained as we hopefully say goodbye to our snowy winter. If you would like further information please call our office 250-767-9133, open weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 or check us out on Facebook at Peachland 50 Plus Activity Centre.
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Four arrested after arousing suspicion inside a stolen truck VIEW STAFF A parked Ford F-150 in Kelowna that aroused the suspicion of the RCMP turned out to be stolen and full of contraband. Kelowna RCMP was alerted at 4:42 p.m. on Feb. 1 about a conspicuous vehicle that was parked in front of a business in the 1600 block of Water Street. A member of the RCMP’s Downtown Enforcement Unit located the truck, ran the plates and learned that it had been reported stolen from the North Okanagan on Jan. 25. Four people in their twenties, two ladies and two gentlemen, were taken into custody without incident. During the arrest, officers snatched up two cans of bear spray, a collapsible baton, suspected cocaine, several flaps of suspected
methamphetamine and tools for selling drugs. Three of the suspects, all from the Okanagan, were released from custody and are expected to appear in court on a later date. The fourth, a 26-year-old Prince George man, faces potential property and breach related charges, and he also had several outstanding arrest warrants, so he is being held in police custody until he faces a judge.
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ATHLETIC COLUMNIST Loss of a loved one The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most stressful events and can cause significant emotional distress. Those who lose someone they love experience bereavement, which literally means, “to be deprived by death.” Grief is about more than your feelings—it will show up in how you think. You may disbelieve this person actually died. You may have episodes of thinking like this even long after they died. Your mind may be confused. You may find it difficult to concentrate on just about everything. Or you
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TIME TO GO – An RCMP officer asked a disruptive man to leave the event just a few minutes after it began.
may be able to focus your attention but all you can focus on is the one who died, or how they died, or your life together before they died. During this time, it’s important to listen to your feelings, and to allow yourself to do the things you feel you have to do. Even if they don’t make sense to you, it is part of the healing process.
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I just want to add that everyone grieves differently and no one can fully understand all aspects of an individual’s suffering. When the time feels right, do not get rid of the sorrow. Put it in a special place in your heart so that you can always remember the good times, the love, and the appreciation you have for them and the life they lived.
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NDP . . . From Page 1 Horgan said if the BC NDP forms government, they will promote co-op housing projects, and also try to create partnerships with the federal government to build more senior housing. When Horgan was asked what his electoral strategy is, how his plan to defeat Clark is an improvement over that of former leader Adrien Dix in 2013, he said the NDP will “Take the high road on the issues that
we’re all passionate about.” But at the same time, “I am going to be absolutely relentless about what they’ve done,” he said to an applause. Voters need to be reminded that Clark spends more time fundraising than governing, and too much time with the wealthy and connected, he says. However, Horgan wasn’t overly enthusiastic about smearing Clark – he believes many voters become turned off by negative politics, he said.
“First and foremost we’re going to be positive.” But that’s not what he’s expecting in return from his opponents. The attack ads that have been launched against him so far have just been “child’s play,” and he expects them to become far more aggressive over the next three months. “You’re going to see some pretty harsh campaign ads.” Voters will decide whether it’s time for a new provincial government on May 9.
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COMING EVENTS
AA 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
The Wellness Circle presents: Art Therapy with the Wellness Circle. Rebekah
Graves is an Art Therapist who will be speaking about the value of art therapy for mental and physical wellness. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in an art therapy session. February 22nd, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Plus: The Wellness Centre hosts a Tax Clinic. Starting Monday, February 27, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. to April 24, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Please bring in your tax slips, medical receipts and donations receipts to our volunteers and they will complete your tax return for you. No appointment necessary, first come first served.
UKULELE (BEGINNER) 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 1-3 pm, Community Centre
Karate Class: at the Little Schoolhouse, Monday and Wednesday nights, 6pm - 7pm.
MONDAYS FITNESS ROOM
8 am-8 pm, Community Centre
FLOW YOGA 9-10 am,
4th St Place
MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE
AEROBICS AND MORE
8 am-8 pm, Community Centre
TOTAL BODY BLAST 5:30-6:30 pm,
Community Centre
LADIES CRIB 1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Centre
YOGA (FOUNDATIONS) 8am,
VINYASA YOGA FLOW 5:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre
BRIDGE LESSONS 1-4 pm, with Marv Norden, 50+ Activity Centre
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB HEALTHY TEENS
PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5+) 1-3 pm,
PICKLEBALL (ALL PLAY) 6-8 pm,
LEGO TIME 3-4 pm,
CARPET BOWLING
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 9:30-10:30 am,
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY 9:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place
VARIETY SINGERS
9:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre
LADIES MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 10-11 Peachland Wellness Centre
INTRO TO FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 11:30am -12:30 pm, 4th Street Place
TAI CHI noon,
50+ Activity Centre
NEEDLE ARTS/ QUILTING 1 pm,
50+ Activity Centre
PICKLEBALL 1-3 pm
(1.0-2.75), Community Centre
10 am-12, Peachland Wellness Centre
BABY FRIENDLY CAFÉ 1112:30 pm, every 2nd and last Tuesday, Peachland Wellness Centre
CHAIR FITNESS
11-11:45 am, 4th Street Place
AA 12-1 pm,
50+ Activity Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 1-3pm, Community Centre
MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Centre
YOUTH DROP-IN 3:30-8
pm, Peachland Youth Centre, Grades 7+
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DROP-IN & OPEN GYM (ages 9-12) 3-8 pm, Pick up available at Peachland Elementary School
AFTERNOON BRIDGE 1:30 pm
ZUMBA 5:15-6:15 pm,
PICKLEBALL (3.03.5+) 3-5 pm, Commu-
PEACHLAND SPARKS AND BROWNIES
50+ Activity Centre
nity Centre
SPIN, CORE & STRETCH 5:15-6:15 pm,
Community Centre
5:45-7 pm, Community Centre
VOLLEYBALL 7-8 pm,
Community Centre
Community Centre
VINYASA YOGA FLOW 6-7 pm,
WEDNESDAYS
Community Centre
YOUTH BOXING CLUB
6-8 pm, 4th St Place
WOODCARVING 7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
TUESDAYS FITNESS ROOM
8 am-8 pm, community centre
FITNESS ROOM
8 am -8 pm, Community Centre
INDOOR WALKING
8-9 am, Community Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.03.5+) 9:05-11:05 am,
Community Centre
10:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre
FITNESS ROOM
50+ Activity Centre
CARPET BOWLING
9:05-11:05 am, Community Centre
YOGA (BEGINNERS) ART CLUB 12 pm,
INDOOR WALKING
PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5)
4th Street Place
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69
PINCUSHION HIKE AND YOGA 9:30 am. Call
10 am, 50+ Activity Centre
THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10:30-11:30 am,
THURSDAYS
am, 50+ Activity Centre
8-9 am, Community Centre
- noon, Peachland Wellness Centre
YOGA (BASIC BEGINNERS) 8 am,
9:30 am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
YOGA (RESTORATIVE) 8
MEAT DRAW 4-5 pm,
MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 10
9:15 am, 50+ Activity Centre
Dawn 250-878-6342
4th Street Place
WELLNESS CIRCLE
10 am-12 2nd & 4th Wednesday Peachland Wellness Centre
DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10-noon every 3rd Wednesday Peachland Wellness Centre
SUNSHINE SINGERS
1:15 to 2:15 pm Peachland Wellness Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5+) 1-3 pm, Community Centre
CHESS 1:15 pm,
50+ Activity Centre
AFTERNOON BRIDGE 1:30-3:30 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DINNER NIGHT
(ages 9-12) 4-7:30 pm
50+ Activity Centre
TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS 10 am, United Church Hall Hosted By the Peachland Wellness Centre. No Beginners.
PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am-3 pm
BINGO 6:45 pm
CLOG DANCING
6-7 pm 50+ Activity Centre
LIONS DEN MEETING 7
pm. 2nd wk: 6th Ave. Police Station. 4th week: Community Centre Dan 250-767-9034
CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP
7 pm, Peachland Museum
Peachland Library. Open to all ages
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DROP IN (ages
SUNDAYS BREAKFAST 8-11 am, Peachland Wellness Centre. PEACHLAND UNITED SERVICE 10 am, United Church
ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP 10 am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE 10
am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank
PEACHLAND BAPTIST SERVICE 10:30 am
service fellowship 11:30 am, 4204 Lake Ave.
9-12) 4-8 pm,
Community Centre
FRIDAYS
SATURDAYS
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10 am-12 pm,
FITNESS ROOM
CARPET BOWLING
MEAT DRAW 2-4 pm,
INDOOR WALKING
PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am-3 pm
PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday
Bargain Bin.
VOLLEYBALL 10-11 am,
8 am-6 pm, Community Centre
Peachland Wellness Centre. Weekly.
IRON & SILK 10:45 am, 50+ Activity Centre
8-9 am, Community Centre
CHAIR FITNESS
FLOW YOGA 9-10 am,
11-11:45 am, 4th Street Place
4th St. Place
BRIDGE CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs)
ROTARY CLUB OF PEACHLAND
10 am-noon, Community Centre
12-1:30 pm, Gasthaus Restaurant. Be a part of your community and join us for lunch. Everyone welcome.
PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am-3 pm
10 am, 50+ Activity Centre
Bargain Bin.
ARTISAN MARKET
10 am-3 pm bi-weekly 14 artisans and Wineries at the Peachland Visitors Centre
MEAT DRAW 3-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69
Bargain Bin.
UKULELE 1 pm, 50+ Activity Centre Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69
worship at 2 pm, Meeting at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
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St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
Community Centre
Second Wednesday of the Month, 6:30 pm, Peachland Wellness Centre
Community Centre
Community Centre
Drop In (ages 6-12) 1 -4 pm Youth Zone (ages 13+) 4 - 8 pm
(doors open 5:30 pm), 50+ Activity Centre
SPIN, CORE & STRETCH 5:15-6:15 pm, WRITERS UNBLOCKED
(ages 13+) 4 -7 pm
50+ Activity Centre
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS
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Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Tuesday Morning
Sunday Services
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Sunday Worship 2pm with Pastor Don McMillan For more information call John 250-767-2221 Don McMillan 250-300-1642
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Service will be held at Springfield Funeral Home in Kelowna, BC at a date to be determined, possibly April 2017. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to “Central Okanagan Hospice House,” or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077. If you wish to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”
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Bylaw Number 2153, 2017, closing that portion of highway to traffic and removing its dedication as highway, will be considered by the Council at its regular meeting at the Council Chambers, Peachland In accordance with section 40Peachland, of the Community Charter, the ofp.m. the District Peachland th Street, Community Centre, 4450 –6 BC, on February 14thCorporation 2017, at 7:00 Personsofwho gives notice of its intention to close to traffic a portion of that highway known as the Lane parallel to and consider they are affected by the bylaw will be provided an opportunity to make representations to 5th and dedicated byor plan KAP63985, District Lot 490, ODYD and plan District Councilbetween at the meeting or6th by Street delivering a written email submission at ppalmer@peachland.ca to 22267, the LotOfficer 490, ODYD, measuring 334.0 square metres Corporate Polly Palmer by 4:00 p.m. on that date. and shown outlined and marked as “Closed Road” on the
sketch below and to remove the dedication of that portion as highway.
Bylaw Number 2153, 2017, closing that portion of highway to traffic and Enquiries relating as highway, to removing its dedication Bylaw Number willproposed be considered by the Council at its 2153 meeting should be directed to Chambers, regular at the Council the Planning and Peachland Community Centre, 4450 – Development Services 6thDepartment Street, Peachland, BC, on February for the District 14th 2017, at 7:00 p.m. Persons who of Peachland, 5806 Beach consider they are affected Avenue, Peachland B.C. by the bylaw will be provided an opportunity to make representations to Council at the meeting A copy of proposed Bylaw or by delivering written orbe email subNumber 2153,a2017 may viewedatatppalmer@peachland.ca the District Office, mission to the 5806 Beach PollyAvenue, Corporate Officer Palmer by 4:00 Peachland B.C. during p.m. on that date.
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Gene loved the community of Peachland and worked to help establish the Peachland Wellness Centre. He enjoyed selling fruit and fresh pies at Todd’s Campground each summer and made many new friends in the process. He will be greatly missed by his friends and all family members.
In accordance with section 40 of the Community Charter, the Corporation of the District of Peachland gives notice of its intention to close to traffic a portion of that highway known as the Lane parallel to and between 5th and 6th Street dedicated by plan KAP63985, District Lot 490, ODYD and plan 22267, District Lot 490, ODYD, measuring 334.0 square metres and shown outlined and marked as “Closed Road” on the sketch below and to remove the dedication of that portion as highway.
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He married Shirley Taylor of Kinistino, Saskatchewan, on February 8, 1958 in St. Peters Church, New Westminster, BC. He is remembered by his three daughters: Gail Darlene Poisson (Dave) of Cluculz Lake, BC; Debbie Lynn Parsons of Surrey, BC; Kelly Marie Brown of Surrey, BC.; one granddaughter, Shauna Lynn of Vanderhoof, BC; two grandsons, Ryan and Travis; one great-grandson, Caleb; and two great-granddaughters, Sydney “Emerald” and Madison “Maddy”; sisters Stella and Doreen. Predeceased by brothers Jerry, John,Walter,William and sisters Olga,Victoria, and Mary.
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It is with deep sadness we are announcing the sudden passing of Eugene (Gene) Maurice Zaporzan, 87, born January 7, 1930 in Vita, Manitoba, died January 30, 2017 in Penticton Hospital, Penticton, British Columbia He moved from Vita, Manitoba to Vancouver, BC in 1951 where he worked in grocery stores for 50 years, after which he retired to Peachland, BC in 1993.
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Public transit is full of hidden gems Putting their HeARTS into it ANITA DESJARDINS
PEACHLAND WELLNESS Convenience, friends, and helpful angels; these are a few of the things one will find while riding on any local transit system. Before my husband, Paul, retired from his working career, he often commuted using BC Transit. He enjoyed the short walks to and from the bus stops, the friends he made, and the carefree ride! Several years later, he continues to maintain friendships he made between Westbank and Mount Boucherie High School. Admittedly, at times, waiting for the bus was a little tire-
some, but overall the experience was pleasantly convenient. When we travel we like to take public transit every chance we get. We like to meet ‘the locals’ to get a better understanding about the cities we are visiting. My favourite experiences were in New York City and San Diego. Local riders on the bus took it upon themselves to guide us safely to our destinations. Recognizing we were new riders, these ‘helpful angels’ with their kind and generous spirits allowed us to truly enjoy our visits to their cities. BC Transit in Peachland is an option for people of all ages to ride
to their destinations. Its route includes Princeton Avenue, Beach Avenue, and Peachland Village Mall (IGA) to the Westbank Centre Exchange where one may transfer to another bus. While Peachland does not have a HandyDART Service, BC Transit provides a Paratransit Service allowing Bus 22 to deviate from the regular route to pick up a rider with some special needs. This service is available by phoning 250-762-3278. If you are an older adult and feel uncertain how to use BC Transit, you can phone the local transit office at 250-8608121 to arrange a free Community Travel
Training session. You will also be advised on how to board a bus with your wheelchair, walker or scooter. I encourage you to try Route 22 in Peachland – who knows – you, too, may experience a new freedom and convenience, make a new friend, or even meet a helpful angel! The Peachland Wellness Centre Staff and Volunteers are here for you and can help you navigate and understand systems and processes for all your transportation needs. For transportation or other programs and services offered at the Peachland Wellness Centre, please call 250767-0141.
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The 2017 Peachland HeARTS Festival is at hand. Next Monday hearts will pitter-patter at the Mini-Love-In opening of the Variety Singers, B.C.’s longest running senior choir, as they croon your favourite love songs. This will be followed by a scrumptious luncheon after which you can browse the Peachland Quilters & Needleworks’s beautiful display of needle work and quilts.
Saturday is the big day when Mayor Fortin officially opens the Festival at 1 p.m. and the literary awards are handed out to those gifted writers some of whom in the future perhaps will be among the authors of those wrapped surprise packages handed out by the library. One of the festival’s musical highlights, at 4:30 p.m. on the Saturday (Feb. 18), will be the Intimate String Ensemble Concert in the Peachland Art Gallery followed by a dinner. Tickets are still available.
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COMMUNITY Westside Landfill Closure Plan The Regional District of Central Okanagan has prepared a proposed Closure Plan for the former Westside Landfill located off Asquith Road in West Kelowna. The Closure Plan outlines the proposed cover system, site grading, surface water and landfill gas management along with post-closure monitoring. An Information Open House regarding the proposed Closure Plan will be scheduled for early March. You can view the plan and background information at: www.regionaldistrict.com/landfillclosure. Comments about the proposed Closure Plan are being accepted until Friday, March 17th by email to engineer@cord.bc.ca by or by mail to: Regional District of Central Okanagan, Environmental Services, 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 3Z4 Attention: Clarke Kruiswyk, Environmental Services Analyst. All comments will be provided to BC Environment as it considers approval of the Closure Plan.
NEW AND IMPROVED – A revision of Peachland Memories is fresh off the press. The public will have their first
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Edgewater setting the stage for rock ‘n’ roll bagpipe band DAN WALTON EDITOR
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The Scottish have made a big impression on the Johnny McCuaig Band – they’re one of the few rock ‘n’ roll bands that can make you bang your head to the bagpipes. The wind instrument can be heard in its newfound glory when the four-piece band perform the Edgewater Bar and Grill on Feb. 16. Frontman Johnny McCuaig learned how to play the instrument as a young boy and was a member of the Nelson-Kootenay Pipe Band. While most of his friends were playing guitar, “I would just jam along with the radio on my bagpipes,” he said. But by the time he started a band, he had put his bagpipes down years earlier for more conventional instruments. It wasn’t until an experimental show in Yellowknife that the pipes came back into his life, when he had the opportunity to bagpipe again in front of a live audience. “The crowd went absolutely crazy,” he said. “I expressed interest in doing something unique, something different than playing cover tunes. So during the first show with bagpipes, (bandmate Carson Cole and I) looked at each other
and I said, ‘that’s going to be my thing.’” From there on out, McCuaig began incorporating the atypical instrument into his songwriting. He’s able to make it harmonize, but it can be easy for audiences to feel turned off by the idea of bagpipe music. “We still have people come up to us and say, ‘oh bagpipes, I don’t like that.’ But only until they hear what we’re doing and how I’ve integrated it into rock music.” With the brand he’s created, McCuaig doesn’t feel creatively cornered in any way. There are no boundaries, he says. Every song he writes keeps audiences engaged by telling a new story and setting a unique vibe. “It’s lots of fun to break out of the traditional jigs and Celtic styles. You have traditionalists out there and that’s great, but we live in a world that progresses daily and this is one of those things – everything we do I push the boundaries. To be different you’ve got to struggle a little bit, and it’s rewarding in a lot of ways.” To see the Johnny McCuaig Band in Peachland, tickets cost $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 9. They also have two other shows in the Okanagan next week – they play the Penticton Legion on Valentine’s Day and then Fernando’s in Kelowna on Feb. 17.
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