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A CROWD OF hundreds was mesmerized by the fireworks show that comlimentd the annual Christmas Light Up on Dec. 2, which marked the first night of holiday celebrations in Peachland.

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Winter’s preparing ninth Christmas for the community DAN WALTON EDITOR

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Long before the start of winter, Peachland’s Winter family began preparing for another extravagant Christmas. “We start on the first of October,” said David Winter, whose home on Peachland Place turns into one of Santa’s workshops every year. Although this workshop is full of toys to share, its chief export is resources for the Peachland Food Bank. Along with his wife Beverley, the Winter’s had been ac-

cumulating holiday decorations for more than five decades. To make the occasion a big deal for their children, the Winter’s started a strong tradition of dressing their home to the North Pole nines. Even though they’ve been at it for more than two months, “We’re still livening in a bit of a warehouse right now,” David said. “We had everything - and Bev is a craftsman on this kind of thing - she would build stuff,” he said. “Eventually there was enough to decorate three big Christmas trees. There’s damn near a dozen Christ-

THE WINTER HOME at 5740 Peachland Pl. is opening its doors to the public on Dec. 11 to to share their extravagant Christmas setup. mas trees decorated and everything.” After a few more

years of sharing their festive efforts with an ever-increasing

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number of friends and neighbours, the Winter’s endeavour became a commercial success. “Two to three dozen neighbours would come over, have coffee, cookies or wine – and someone suggested we open the house up to the general public instead of just the neighbourhood.” David and Beverly initially decided to commit to the undertaking for 10 years and 2016 will mark their ninth consecutive year of offering the Christmas open house.

There’s still hope that their Christmas museum will persist past next year, although he said it depends on continued community support. There’s no admission cost, but the Winter’s ask for an item of non-perishable food. “I’ve taken as much as 400 pounds down to the food bank.” To help the food bank with money as well, Deja Vu Gift and Decor have also donated a treasure cove of charms and trinkets to the Winter’s Christmas House, which guests are in-

vited to take as a gift and pay what they can. The public is welcome to experience their home on Dec. 11 from 1 to 6 p.m. “It’s open house for anyone interested and you can bring the kids,” he said. “People can just stop in and wander through the house. Just drop something in the food box for the food bank.” And don’t forget to check out the quintessential toy trains running along their miniature tracks in the downstairs of their home.

the Christmas House Once again, and for the 9th straight Christmas, Beverley Winter is opening her house both as a gift to all her friends and neighbours and in support of our

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Website to bust illegal dumpers OKANAGAN FOREST TASK FORCE Thanks to the community’s support and a group of dedicated volunteers with the ambitious goal of cleaning up the outdoors, the Okanagan Forest Task Force (OFTF) is growing exponentially — which means a their online presence needs to grow too. Compete with photos, videos and even a new app OFTF is ready to release a website that targets illegal dumps and finds those willing to clean up the mess others leave behind. Spokesperson Kane Blake says since the first official clean-up effort of the year,

support for OFTF has been through the roof and the now charitable organization is growing larger than organizers could have ever dreamed up. “ In our first four-months of existence we have managed to remove 26, 488 pounds of garbage and pulled out 25,480 pounds of scrap metal,” said Blake. “That is an amazing 51,928 pounds of waste that was illegally dumped in the forests around our city” Unfortunately OFTF’s efforts are only the tip of the iceberg in cleaning up a up a problem that has become a concern of disturbing proportions in natural areas around

British Columbia. “This new website will help show people through galleries and videos about this problem and hopefully bring more awareness to the issue of illegal dumping in the back-country,” explained Blake. OFTF would like to thank the sponsors, the community, and the people willing to put boots to the ground; because without these dedicated residents none of this would be possible. Please support, follow and find out how you can help OFTF online at okanaganforesttaskforce.com or on there Facebook page.

Turning Turner into something new

VIEW STAFF How to develop Turner Park was the subject of an open house last night (Dec. 8) at the Little School House. The District has been leasing Turner Park from the developers but has never owned the land. "We haven't gone all the way to rezoning yet, the open house is to get preliminary input," said Ed Grifone with CTQ Consultants Ltd. The municipality has indicated it can't afford the lots and won't try to buy it, Grifone said, but up to 25 per cent of the property is expected to remain as public park space. The public space is proposed to offer new trails, features for toddlers and open space. As for the rest of the 8.5 acre-Turner Park, developers have single family lots, duplexes and threeplexes in mind.

"That's why we want to go forward with the public to see what their sentiments are." Grifone said the local government act requires just five per cent of a rezoned property be dedicated as park space but developers prefer to have more at the Turner Park property. "They put in what they feel is appropriate; the developers

interest is to produce a nice development. For customers to want to live there and buy there, sometimes that requires amenity space." He said the project could begin fairly quickly depending on approval from council. "We want to balance all the views to create a nice, affordable living community."

DON’T BE WASTEFUL – There are many ways of avoiding the large amounts of waste that often result from habits around the holiday season.

Make memories, not garbage REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL OKANAGAN Looking for some help with great gift ideas for that special someone this holiday season? Why not get creative this year and give gifts of experiences instead of more stuff! Treat someone to a trip to the spa, start a new hobby with a loved one, re-gift a favorite novel or board game. Or give the first of experience with ski passes, movie tickets or tickets to a local hockey game? All these gift ideas help to ‘Make Memories, Not Garbage’. The Regional District Waste Reduction Office is encouraging residents to reduce waste while celebrating the festive season. Waste Reduction Facilitator Cynthia Coates says, “The ‘Make Mem-

ories, Not Garbage’ campaign is festive, it’s fun and provides some great gift and wrapping ideas that people may not have thought of that also reduces their holiday waste. “ Often when you think back on your fondest memories during the holidays its usually time spent with family and friends. Maybe it was making gingerbread houses or other baking together, open houses or cookie exchanges. Thoughtful gift giving can dramatically reduce the amount of packaging and wrapping that accumulates and can encourage opportunities for us to create new holiday traditions. It’s all in an effort to encourage not making waste in the first place, reducing what comes into and leaves our homes.

4th Annual Tree of Memories Honour a loved one this holiday season at the District of Peachland Cemetery, where a Tree of Memories will be available for visitors to place an ornament in remembrance of their loved ones. The holidays are a time of reflection and celebration. Placing an ornament on a Tree of Memories can help bring some peace to friends and family during this special time of year.

Peachland MLA Office MLA Dan Ashton or staff will be available at the Chamber of Commerce office Thursday afternoons. For appointments call 1 866 487 4402

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Visitors can place an ornament on the tree between now and Friday, January 6 2017 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ornaments will be removed by Public Works Staff after January 9th. Those who wish to retrieve their ornaments can do so by contacting the Cemetery Office at (250) 767-2108 before January 29th, 2015. Any unclaimed ornaments may be donated for charitable use. The District of Peachland Cemetery is located on Vernon Avenue, off Princeton Avenue.

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Re: Hwy 97 Open House (Nov. 21) First, regarding the format. It made no sense, in my opinion, to have over 700 people waiting to speak to a handful of Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure officials surrounding a few posters. A gathering of such importance to the community should be conducted like a town hall meeting, with a presentation from MOTI, followed by a question and answer forum. Maybe two meetings at 4 and 6 p.m. would have been more appropriate for the occasion. Hopefully a better format will occur the next time. Secondly, members of the community, the local press, and council have always referred to a new route as a bypass. It should be noted that MOTI refers to it as “an alternate route” option. The MOTI reference more accurately describes the 5 options presented, as only one option that was presented can be described as a real bypass. That being Option 1, a route that takes advantage of the valley west of the McCall Lakes, is unpopulated and would not be visible. Sounds too logical, so probably won’t be selected as an option. The other 4 options impact the community in various degrees, with Option 5 being the most intrusive, and Option 3 being the one supported by the local 97 task force, and council. Option 5, the most intrusive option, includes 4 km of freeway running directly through a large portion of the highly populated Princeton area. This option, if selected would have the impact of dissecting the community even further, with the end result being two highways running through Peachland. What are the chances? I noticed when I expanded Option 1 online there were some notes concerning the impact on the environment, particularly the negative impact it would have on the mountain goats habitat. I would point out that there are a lot of us old goats living along that proposed 4 km route who would like their habitat protected from noise, air and visual pollution. I can only

hope that those displaced by Option 5 will be relocated to live happily amongst the goats. Seriously, I hope our mayor will speak out for those who would have their lives drastically disrupted, when other less impactful solutions exist. It seems asinine to create a second new problem in the community. I am a recent resident to Peachland from the Lower Mainland. I commute along the existing corridor to and from Penticton, Summerland, Westbank, and Kelowna Airport quite often. After driving / commuting to work in the lower mainland for almost 40 years the commute here is considerably less stressful.

fter driving / commuting to work in the lower mainland for almost 40 years the commute here is considerably less stressful

A similar 12.5 km commute in Vancouver takes around 45 minutes, while the study shows it takes around 8 - 9 minutes to traverse Peachland. Why the difference? Well, in the peak of summer, on a long weekend, we have around 24,000 vehicles pass through. In the lower mainland it is 20 times that number. The study also points out that by 2040, with no changes, the route through Peachland would increase by 3 minutes in each direction. Is it really necessary to spend millions and millions of taxpayers dollars for 6 minutes round-trip? I empathize with councillor, Pam Cunningham who said that over the years “she’s found herself opposed to both options.” Obviously, she has been on both sides of the question. So, where does the community stand on the issue? I don’t know, and I don’t think MOTI knows either. Both the 97 task force and the “in place” committee declare they have majority

support. I think most of us would like to know the answer definitively, and believe our mayor should conduct a non binding online plebiscite asking the questions (a) “are you in support of expanding the existing corridor” (b) “a bypass” or (c) “remaining with the status quo and making the necessary safety improvements to the existing highway.” The authorities need to hear from all of us. *** I have written to the Mayor and Council, requesting they voice their opposition to MOTI regarding Option 5, an alternate route proposal, and call for its immediate withdrawal. Option 5, for those who are not aware, is an incredibly intrusive option that proposes a freeway run directly through a portion of the populated Princeton area of our community. A route that would dissect our community even further, and only move traffic from one part of town to another, creating intolerable levels of air, noise and visual pollution. I also requested that, if a bypass is still the preferred option, and the position that council supports, then they make it abundantly clear the route they want that bypass to take, and ensure it is one that goes “around” the community. One example of the unbelievable and unfortunate impact of Option 5, of which there are many, is that the new housing project just completed for “Habitat for Humanity” is in the direct path of the proposed freeway. In my letters to the editor, I have not expressed an opinion in favour of either of the two options (alternate route or existing corridor), but I do know that adding another route directly through the community is totally asinine and unacceptable. I truly hope that council takes a proactive stance in this matter. Thanks, Phil Dennis Peachland

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DECEMBER 9, 2016

OPINION

Federal Liberals dragging feet on electoral reform Dear Editor: Federal Democratic Institutions Minister Maryam Monsef says she hasn’t heard a consensus about the way forward on electoral reform. That can only mean she is completely tone deaf or severely confused about the concept of democracy. The interviews and reports to the ERRE Committee clearly contradict her statement as an overwhelming majority of the testimony was in favour of proportional representation. Only five per cent of the input favours some form of a ranked, run-off, preferential ballot that could never represent any kind of proportionality, as votes are be-

ing re-distributed back and forth across party lines every time a candidate is removed from the ballot. Ranked and run-off ballots do not make every vote count and they also do not produce democratic governments. Her personal beliefs are also completely irrelevant. Minister Monsef has a compelling mandate to deliver on Trudeau’s election promise that is prominently displayed on the Liberal Party’s web site under the heading of Electoral reform: w w w.liberal.ca/realchange/electoral-reform/ “We will make every vote count,” it states on the website. “We are committed to ensuring that 2015 will be the last

federal election conducted under the first-past-the-post voting system. We will convene an all-party Parliamentary committee to review a wide variety of reforms, such as ranked ballots, proportional representation, mandatory voting, and online voting. “This committee will deliver its recommendations to Parliament. Within 18 months of forming government, we will introduce legislation to enact electoral reform.” The 2015 election served well as a referendum on electoral reform. The Liberals, NDP and Green parties all promised to change the electoral system and those three parties were supported by 63 per cent of the voters.

It’s also prudent to be reminded of Chief Justice Beverley McLachlin’s 1991 ruling, “Ours is a representative democracy. Each citizen is entitled to be represented in government.” That simply means the laws of the land insists we have a Constitutional right to have democratic governments. Trudeau cannot hide behind Monsef forever, using her as a shield to fend off the electorate – and the Supreme Court. If he cannot deliver on his promise and choses to defy the highest court of the land, then he must resign as Prime Minister – now. Andy Thomsen Peachland, B.C.

What difference will more pipelines really make? In the past week, pipeline construction near Standing Rock Indian Reservation in North Dakota was halted, while the Kinder Morgan project that will transport oil from Alberta to British Columbia – and then be moved by tankers to Asian markets – was given a green light to build. With more underground tubes to gush oil through, we can lower the cost of our energy needs, increase the value of our natural resources and improve the safety of the transportation infrastructure. Wherever a pipeline is built, the nearby communities can expect a few well-paying job fairs to pop up. However, not everybody agrees that those merits are worth it and the resolve against pipe-

lines is very vocal. It took months of relentless protests before construction was brought to a standstill on the Dakota Access Pipeline last Sunday. Since an elder from Standing Rock First Nation began the protest eight months ago, thousands of people from all backgrounds have since made their way to the site and remote support has been shown from all across North America. The protesters argued that the short-term economic benefits of a new pipeline won’t be worth the irreversible environmental damage. Those trying to build pipelines, as well as the First Nation bands and environmentalists who try and stop them, both think they’re

fighting to make the world a better place. Nobody can truly be sure whether the environment or economy needs more attention at the moment. Pipeline expansion probably isn’t going to be the lynchpin that destroys the planet, but it’s a commitment that will see us burn through our non-renewable resources much faster. With billions of dollars going into each pipeline project, the oil barons surely have access to the world’s most intelligent people. So if they applied humanity’s most profound understandings towards building a pipeline in North Dakota, who decided that unleashing attack dogs and pepper spray on peaceful protesters should become part of the plan?

Police brutality probably didn’t help the developers round up any new support. But no matter how many people hate a development, their opinions and moral opposition need to translate into dollars in order to have any effect. For investors to be convinced to make the costly decision to pull the plug on a massive pipeline project, they need to lose all hope of running a profitable venture. Even if the entire board of directors wanted to make decisions out of altruism, philanthropy takes a back seat at the scale of billions of dollars. And they know they must account for opposition from environmental opponents. There’s probably a line item on their budgets called, ‘Dealing

with environmentalists.’ Since environmentalists aren’t likely to persuade business committees with sentimental arguments, they have to present themselves as an overwhelming financial liability if they want to win. That sort of threat is already being made in light of Kinder Morgan’s approval. One First Nations Chief from Quebec has promised civil disobedience if the project encroaches on

any aboriginal territory, as the blueprints are calling for. But those destructive efforts may never amount to anything more than a rounding error on the spreadsheets at Kinder Morgan and it could damage the reputation of the anti-pipeline lobby. It will be interesting to see if Kinder Morgan’s planners are prepared. Right now – with an election on the horizon – B.C. Premier Christy Clark is test-

ing the waters before she commits to supporting the Kinder Morgan or not. Swing voters and Liberal loyalists will probably be the ones who shape her opinion. It’s a divisive issue of course, but the competing interests of economic growth and environmental protection most often lead to a good compromise. Dan Walton Editor

The Corporation of the District of Peachland NOTICE OF DISPOSITION AND PROVISION OF ASSISTANCE In accordance with section 26 of the Community Charter, the Corporation of the District of Peachland gives notice of its intention to lease the following properties:

- 4415 6th Street, legally described as PID: 006-978-797, Lot A District Lot 490 Osoyoos Division Yale District Plan 2267, - 4431 6th Street, legally described as PID: 006-978-819, Lot B District Lot 490 Osoyoos Division Yale District Plan 2267, - 4461 6th Street, legally described as PID: 024-483-354, Lot 1 District Lot 490 Osoyoos Division Yale District Plan KAP63986, and - 4445 6th Street, legally described as PID: 024-483-362, Lot 2 District Lot 490 Osoyoos Division Yale District Plan KAP63986, to Peachland Seniors’ Support Society for a term of 60 years for $1.00. The purpose of the lease is to provide land for the construction and provision of housing for persons with special housing requirements and/or limited income.

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We wish you all a very Merry Christmas. Our next Potluck Friday will be on December 9, also our annual Christmas Dinner. Come and help us celebrate the season. Everyone is welcome, you don’t have to be a member. We are supplying the turkey and ham and ask that you bring a favourite appie, veggie, or dessert dish. The bar will open at 5:15 p.m. Dinner is at 6 p.m. and our entertainment will start around 7 pm. Wendy Rodocker from Summerland will be along to sing some of our old favourites. A great way to get the Holiday Season underway. Sure hope you can come. The Variety Singers are holding their Christmas Concert on December 11, 2 pm at the Peachland 50 + Activity Centre. The theme this year is “Our Favourites”. It sounds pretty special. Make sure you come early. Admission is by donation. There will be a sing-along and refreshments following. Grant Stone, Cowboy Poet and Story Teller was a big hit at our November Potluck. He is very entertaining and shared some old familiar stories and some new ones that really made us laugh. Our November volunteer of the month was Angela Kanik. Angela started our Ukulele group over 2 years ago with 4 people, this group has now grown to 27 members and is called the Peachland Strummers. The beginners meet on Thursday afternoons at 1:15 and the more experienced players meet Sunday at 1:15. Angela also participates in the Variety Singers choir, plays bridge, and enjoys Tai Chi and Aerobics. Recently Angela wrote a special song to commemorate Canada’s 150th Anniversary, the Variety Singers recorded it with assistance from Wayne Powers. This was then entered into the Governor General of Canada’s contest and was very well received. Wow!!! Congratulations and a big Thank you to Angela Kanik. We want to send out a special thanks to our Needle Arts & Quilting group that meet on Mondays at 1 pm. The Christmas decorations in the hall look great. Also another special thank you to Barry & Heather Yeats. Barry graciously takes fabulous photos at our events. Heather makes some pretty tasty soup which the Friday Art Club greatly appreciate. We have so many volunteers and activity leaders that do a great job all year long. We have a new Aerobic Instructor on Wednesdays at 9:15 am. First of all we thank Marilee for her leadership and wish her well in her new ventures. Our new leader is Abby Kendall. Abby comes with 20 years experience, certifications as a Health Coach, Personal Trainer, Cancer Exercise Specialist and best of all a Specialization in 50 +, a great fit for us. The current class is a mix of aerobics, strength training, balance, and flexibility – just what we all need. If you are interested in the class you are asked to bring a yoga mat and stability ball. You could also bring your own weights if you need over 2 to 3 pounds and an exercise band. The fee is $4 drop in. New members are welcome. There is a possibility of adding another class and Abby has some great ideas. If you are interested you can reach her by phone at 778 389-9335 or email at gofiguretraining@shaw.ca”gofiguretraining@shaw.ca Please remember that we are having our ceiling tiles replaced starting December 19 so will be closed until the 2nd week of January. We don’t have a definite opening date yet but will do our best to keep everyone up to date. For those with hearing aides, please note that we are having a hearing loop installed. This means that you can tune your hearing aide directly to our sound system using

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DECEMBER 9, 2016

OPINION

Canada following B.C.’s lead on clean fuel standard BILL BENNETT

MINISTER OF ENERGY AND MINES Last week, the federal government began a conversation with Canadians about a national clean-fuel standard that will help Canadians meet our national greenhouse gas emissions commitments. I’m guessing 99 per cent of everyone

reading this will not know that the first jurisdiction in Canada to implement a clean fuel standard is us, you and I, British Columbia. The policy is simple but extremely effective. Fuel suppliers in B.C. are required to reduce the carbon intensity of transportation fuels. We call our provincial policy the Renewable and Low

Carbon Fuel Requirements Regulation, and this regulation that no one has heard about is currently B.C.’s largest single emissions-reduction initiative. It’s thanks to this regulation, implemented in 2010, that the gasoline and diesel fuel you pump at the gas station contains renewable content like ethanol and biodiesel.

Between 2010 and 2015, the use of renewable and low-carbon fuels resulted in the avoidance of an average of 904,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions per year - the equivalent of removing more than 190,000 cars from the road. Our low-carbon fuel requirement currently calls for a 10 per cent reduction in the “well-

to-wheels” carbon intensity of transportation fuels by 2020, and under B.C.’s new Climate Leadership Plan we’re increasing the target to 15 per cent by 2030. When we require a 10 per cent reduction in 2020, the quantity of avoided greenhouse gas emissions is expected to be 2.7 million tonnes annually, and at 15 per cent in 2030,

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the reductions would be over four million tonnes per year. The low-carbon fuel requirement is a market-based approach to achieving emission reductions. It uses a lifecycle assessment to determine the overall carbon intensity of transportation fuels. This includes factors associated with the production and consumption of each fuel - for example, the exploration and production of fossil fuels, production of crops for biofuels, and the refining, transport and end-use of the fuel are all accounted for. One of the key features of the low-carbon requirement is its flexibility. Fuel suppliers

can reduce the carbon intensity of their fuels and meet the low-carbon requirement in a number of ways, including improving agricultural practices for growing biofuel crops and supplying more low-carbon fuels such as propane, natural gas, electricity or hydrogen, or renewable fuels such as biodiesel or ethanol. Our government supports Canada’s wise decision to follow British Columbia’s lead and consider implementing a clean fuel standard throughout the country. We look forward to sharing our expertise and experience in future pan-Canadian discussions on a national standard.

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Dear editor: We were honoured by the speech and slideshow presentation put together by Dave Collins of the Peachland Chamber for our lifetime achievement award received at the Peachland Business Excellence Awards Night. Thank you to our Chamber of Commerce, all the volunteers and entertainers for the wonderful evening. As host in our town to over 10,000 tourists each season, we applaud the wonderful restaurants, shops, services and events our town has to offer. Much appreciation to our Visitor’s Centre and the resi-

dence of Peachland who welcome all the tourists to our town. We truly live in the most beautiful lakeside destination town in the Okanagan. Thank you for this recognition to the Jean & Jeff Todd family in 60 years of business. Graham and Kelly Todd Todd’s RV and Camping. *Editor’s note –sorry to the Todd family for rearranging Graham’s first and last name in the Dec. 2 issue. Most of us know Todd’s RV to be ubiquitous with Peachland, however I’m still at the starting gates of my lifetime here.

Children need to be raised with much better manners Dear editor: I believe very strongly in saying please and thank you. Whenever someone says thank you to me I feel visible; I feel engaged; I feel like I’m making a difference. Many times I have opened doors for people and I instantly become invisible; no thank you, no kiss my butt. Nothing. My daughter has taught her

children, my grandchildren, the importance of manners. Unfortunately we live in a world of mindless self-indulgence and we are passing this trait on to our children and grandchildren. People, smile and say please and thank you once in awhile; it won’t kill you. You may even receive a smile back. It really is not that difficult. Ernie Hurd

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– During the 2016 Peachland Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards, Kelly and Graham Todd, owners of Todd’s RV and Camping, were granted the Lifetime Achievement Award after 60 years in business.

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Sunday Worship 2pm with Pastor Don McMillan For more information call John 250-767-2221 Don McMillan 250-300-1642

Rev. Robin Graves 4th Street & Brandon Ave

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4464 4th Street (St. Margaret’s Anglican Church building)

Hall rental contact Doreen 250-767-2132

Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m. Minister: Ian McLean all are welcome

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The Corporation of the District of Peachland NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that Council will hold a Public Hearing on: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at 6:00 pm Council Chambers in the Peachland Community Centre 4450 – 6th Street, Peachland, BC Council will hear from persons who deem their interest in property to be affected by the following bylaw amendment: Bylaw No. 2047 to amend Schedule “A” of District of Peachland Zoning Bylaw No. 1375, 1996 from A-1 Rural Agricultural zone to R-3 Multiple Residential – Low Density zone. Approval of this bylaw and consolidation of this lot with the lot located immediately to the south (already zoned R-3) will allow the proposed development of 97 residential units within 21 buildings.

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New Town Planning Services 5930 Columbia Avenue Block 14, District Lot 490, Osoyoos Division Yale District Plan 125

The public may review copies of the proposed Bylaw, Council reports and related material at the Municipal Office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, B.C. during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) Monday to Friday inclusive from November 28, 2016 to December 13, 2016. In order to be considered by Council, concerns must either be expressed in writing or presented in person at Council. Written submissions may be delivered to the District of Peachland Municipal Office or emailed to the Corporate Officer, Polly Palmer at ppalmer@peachland.ca. All written and emailed submissions must be received by 4:00pm on December 13, 2016 and will become part of the public record. NO REPRESENTATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING

PEACHLAND RAFFLE CHAMPIONS – Above are the raffle winners from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Womens League’s Christmas Fair and Artists Market. The top prize was a quilt won by Barb Dombowski of Lethbridge (accepted by Colleen Linley); the second place winner was Ruth Wiebe of West Kelowna who got some new pots and pans; and third place was Mike Linley of Peachland who took home grocery hampers. Below is the grand prize winner from the Cut-a-Thon raffle at Beach Avenue Hair Studio in November. Pictured from the left is stylist Lynda, coowner Robert, raffle winner Cheryl and co-owner Brenda. Standing on four legs is Shandy. Cheryl won a gift basket worth around $200 from a raffle that raised $613 for Dustin Klassan’s Medical Fund, which was in addition to money raised from cutting hair.

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Apex opens the alpine flood gates to start ski season DAN WALTON EDITOR

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Shoulder season comes to an end this week with Apex Mountain Resort near Penticton opening for the season. Skiers and snowboarders from across the South Okanagan, including many Peachlanders, make the short drive to Apex Mountain on a regular basis during ski season. “Things are looking very good for this time of year – everything’s either on track or ahead of schedule,” said general manager James Shalman. “And sometimes it’s not how much snow falls but the quality and everything has been really good. The type of snow and the quality has been phenomenal.” Shalman said Apex has already experienced a few major snowfalls and meteorologists are forecasting a colder and wetter season than normal. “Our snow base is close to a meter (on Tuesday) which bodes well with good things to come,” he said. During the offseason, crews were excavating the hill to reshape runs, building new snow fencing and

making constant improvements. “There’s lots of stuff under the snow people may not see but a lot of time and energy went into mountain improvements,” he said. Even if Apex wasn’t anticipating a winter of favourable conditions, it will always be situated in an advantageous location. “It’s the only mountain in the South Okanagan that faces north and east and what that means is it’s not affected by the sun – snow quality stays light and dry for days after a snowfall,” he said. After he went for an extended run as part of some quality control tests earlier this week, Shalman said conditions around the north end are as good as they get. Also new this year, the team at Apex has added a top-of-the-line groomer to their fleet. “The grooming machine cost $300,000 and it’s called The Beast,” he said. “It’s the biggest on the market.” The Beast has “significantly” more horsepower than anything else available and is much more versatile. “Before The Beast we needed a wench to get our groomers up some runs,” he said. “But this thing can

BODACIOUS BUSTLE – Apex staffers were seen on the slopes earlier this week as they performed some “quality control” duties. climb on its own. The amount of grooming we can do up here is more than every before.” He says riders know Apex Mountain for having steep and aggressive terrain and those tricky runs will be in much better shape under the thumb of The Beast. The operators operating the groomers have an intimate understanding of their

craft, with the two most veteran operators working at Apex for their 27th and 28th season and another on his 17th, he said. “We’re all very experienced,” he said. The resort’s high -peed detachable quad takes riders to an elevation of 7,200 feet, allowing them to begin their descent from above the tree line. “Then you get into tree terrain that’s nat-

urally bladed before the steep chutes and natural meadows,” he said. Around the village, Shalman said new management is running the ski shop and offering a brand new clothing line. Over at the Gun Barrel Saloon and Restaurant, a team of new chefs has been hired and is ready to prepare delicious food for patrons through-

out the upcoming season, he said. “We’ve got a very eager crew,” he said. “We’ve hired of about 120 employees to run the ship up here. Everyone is super keen and excited.” Beyond the skiing and snowboarding experience, Apex has cut new trails for snowshoes and fat bikes. “For anyone who doesn’t know, fat bikes have oversized threeinch tires with very low inflation, about seven pounds per square inch, in order for people to comfort-

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ably ride these bikes on snow. It’s another exciting way to explore the outdoors in winter,” he said. Apex has many major events – both competitive and celebratory – planned throughout the entire winter. It also offers night skiing and has four terrain parks to appease all levels of tricksters. To get the snow report, learn out about ticket rates and get more info on the hill, visit their website apexresort.com.

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Sunday Brunch! Each Sunday this winter, relax over a delicious brunch while taking in the vineyard, lake and mountain views. Enjoy freshly made Brioche French Toast, Eggs Benedict on a fluffy herb biscuit, or our hearty Merguez Sausage Cassoulet. Come in and let us spoil you!

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THE CHRISTMAS LIGHT

Up on Dec. 2 made it bright and clear that the holiday season has begun in Peachland. A parade led by the Boys and Girls Club of Peachland brought the party to Heritage Park, which was then illuminated with thousands of colourful lights before the start of a major fireworks show.

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DAN WALTON PHOTOS

SANTA-STYLE CIRCUS – Unbelievable balance and strength was demonstrated by every performer at the Cirque

Musica during their show at the South Okanagan Events Centre on Dec. 4. Music for the show was provided by the Penticton Symphony Orchestra.

The Corporation of the District of Peachland NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that Council will hold a Public Hearing on: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at 6:00 pm Council Chambers in the Peachland Community Centre 4450 – 6th Street, Peachland, BC Council will hear from persons who deem their interest in property to be affected by the following bylaw amendments: Bylaw No. 2147 to amend the text of the Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1600, 2001 by removing the requirement to complete an Area Sector Plan for the area described as “Upper Princeton” and to amend Schedule “A” District of Peachland Official Community Plan Map as shown below.

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CROSSWORD CLUES ACROSS 1. Makes lacework 5. ___s - goods to the poor 8. Tea spoonful (abbr.) 11. Margarines 13. 5th zodiac sign 14. Filled fried tortilla 15. Afrikaans 16. Tablet 17. Israeli politician Abba 18. La m__ ___ Sargasses 20. Town in Nigeria 21. Vestments 22. Builds up 25. W. Estes Blue Bloods character 30. Loosen a bottle cap 31. Heat unit 32. Body atrophy 33. Caused cell destruction 38. Cash machine 41. British molasses 43. Margulies drama 45. Astonishment 48. N.M. art colony 49. Baseball stat 50. One-edged cavalry sword 55. Southern lash 56. Actress Ryan 57. European shad 59. Snakelike fishes 60. Metal-bearing rock 61. Nobel Prize winner Fritz 62. Doctor of Education 63. Soviet Socialist Republic (abbr.) 64. Helicopter CLUES DOWN 1. Tater ___ 2. Winglike structures 3. Rend 4. Disposed of to a purchaser 5. Llama pacos 6. Escaped fluid 7. Divided into sections 8. Delay until a later time 9. Strikebreakers 10. Opera soprano Lily 12. Point midway between S and SE 14. Udder protuberance 19. Dried up or withered 23. Stitch clothing 24. Tilted 25. Protrude 26. Nursing group 27. Mutual savings bank 28. Frozen water 29. Inferior substitute 34. Swerve off course 35. __ fi (slang), like “Star Wars” 36. Ferrell Xmas movie 37. River in NE Scotland

HOROSCOPE ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

An issue at work requires your immediate attention, Aries. This situation must be approached delicately, but don’t be afraid to speak your mind and accept the results.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, a busy week awaits but just take things one project at a time. Keep to yourself for a little bit in an attempt to stay focused on the numerous tasks at hand.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, your positive attitude is why people have grown to rely on you in tight spots. Plant a smile on your face and others will benefit from your positive influence.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, it’s hard to know when to be assertive at work. You want to appear competent and in control, but you also want to build a good rapport with coworkers. Experiment a little.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, give plans time to develop, but don’t feel the need to hide your enthusiasm about the prospects. Trust your instincts as to when is a good time to get moving.

39. Preserves temperature of drinks 40. Parts of a whole 41. 2000 lbs. 42. Decays

44. __ counter, measures radiation 45. Expressed pleasure 46. Form

47. Vipers 48. Overly precious (British) 51. Express pleasure 52. Nonsense

(slang) 53. Czech River 54. Cambodian monetary unit 58. No seats available

SUDOKU

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, you cannot control the behaviour of others, but you can change your own direction to counteract some unexpected developments. Keep an open mind.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

Don’t be surprised if your schedule gets turned upside down this week, Libra. It’s important to roll with the punches so others can see how flexible you can be.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, an unconventional approach is your key to success this week. While others are following Plan A, go with Plan B and you may meet with great results.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Fantasy can overtake reality if you let it, Sagittarius. You may need to rein in your hopes and dreams for a bit and focus on some more practical matters.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Friends may distract you from work this week, Capricorn. Although it’s not wise to let responsibilities slide completely, you can probably get away with a day of slacking off.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, the physical rewards for all your hard work will become apparent soon. You’ll find that all of your efforts thus far have been well worth the sacrifices.

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PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, although you may dream of escaping the daily grind, you may need to persevere for just a little while longer. Your respite is coming.

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Peachland Wellness Centre volunteers are changing the world! CHRISTINA MACMASTER

PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE “Volunteers have an enormous impact on the health and well-being of the communities, moved on values such as solidarity and mutual trust, giving their time and skills without expectation of material reward” (Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon). International Volunteer Day IVD (December 5) is an international observance designated by the United Nations Volunteers since 1985, to shine a light on the impact of volunteers who are leading social change around the

world. This is remarkable, especially when volunteerism in Canada is one of the most remarkable in the world (in terms of hours contributed), this is a fact we witness at the Peachland Wellness Centre every day and especially as we near the Christmas season. There is no way the Peachland Wellness Centre could exist without the help of these generous souls, our invaluable volunteers, who have contributed to develop directly or indirectly, in 2016: 371 Activities/Program sessions, 426 Services, 3 Workshops, and others. We celebrate and specially thank you for all you do. Imagine if one day, all volunteers simply didn’t show up. What basic needs

would go unmet? What opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive as a society would be lost? The truth is you likely cross paths with a volunteer at least once if not several times a day, no matter where you are in the world. Think of all the ways that volunteers make a difference in day-to-day life. We encourage you to contact us and be a part, of our 27 programs/services. You can get involved as it fits your schedule. Perhaps you can volunteer a few hours a week, a month or a year – we want you, the possibilities are endless! Contact the PWC at 250-767-0141 or Email: wellnesscentre@shaw.ca

Man shot in WK, another man stabbed after leaving WK KELOWNA RCMP On December 2, 2016 at 12:35 p.m., the West Kelowna RCMP responded to a report of a physical altercation involving a weapon where a man had been shot inside a home in the 3600 block of Granada Crescent. Police have determined that the incident was isolated, that the parties involved were well known to each other. The shooting victim who suffered serious, however believed to be non-life threatening, injuries was rushed from the scene by an associate to the BC Ambulance station in West Kelowna. He was then transported by emergency paramed-

ics to hospital for treatment. Police have arrested two individuals, a 59-year-old man and a 33-year-old man both of West Kelowna, believed to be connected to the incident. Each face potential charges. The ongoing police investigation has resulted in the execution of two warrants at the home related to the shooting incident. Investigators have recovered evidence related to the initial shooting investigation, as well as uncovered evidence to suggest that the home was being used in the trafficking of illicit drugs including suspected cocaine and GHB. Then on Dec. 4, shortly before mid-

night, the Kelowna RCMP responded to a report that one man had allegedly been stabbed and turned up at the Chevron gas station in the 300 block of Harvey Avenue for assistance. It is believed that the attack was in retaliation to an assault on a woman that allegedly took place earlier that evening in West Kelowna. The stabbing victim continues to recover from his injuries. The suspect, 31-year-old Ken Butler, was identified and taken into police custody a short time later in the 1300 block of Water Street near the water front. He remains in custody at this time and faces a charge of attempted murder.

Coach buses crashing less often in B.C. MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION The Motor Coach Safety Review, which found that the motor coach industry in British Columbia is safe and compares well to other provinces across the country, was released today by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. The review found that crash rates for motor coaches in B.C. are relatively low and have been trending down for the last 10 years, with an average drop in crash rates of 5.4% a year. “Even though the review found that our motor coach industry in B.C. is already very safe, we know that we can always do better, and we are committed to doing so,” said Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Todd Stone. “In commissioning this review, it was my goal to ensure that we are doing everything we can to ensure that the motor coach industry in B.C. is as safe as it possibly can be, and that’s why we are committed to maintaining our robust regulatory requirements, our regular mechanical safety inspections,

and working with our federal partners to explore emerging best practices.” Overall, the Motor Coach Safety Review, conducted by Stantec Consulting Ltd., identified the motor coach industry in B.C. aligns well with other jurisdictions reviewed, including other provinces and Canada as a whole. B.C.’s 5.4% annual decline in crash rates is similar to other jurisdictions, including Alberta at an annual decline of 3.3%, Ontario at an annual decline of 4%, and Canada as a whole with an annual decreasing trend of 2.9%. In Canada, the federal government is responsible for regulating motor coach manufacturing and importing standards and for regulating buses travelling between provinces or between Canada and the United States. Although the review found that B.C.’s motor coach industry is already robust, evolving technology leaves room for continual improvement in safety standards for the industry. The ministry is committed to working with the federal government

as it reviews emerging technologies and safety improvements, such as electronic logging devices, electronic stability control and making it mandatory to install passenger seatbelts for all new motor coaches in Canada. “We applaud the federal government for their leadership on having strong and consistent standards across the country, as motor coaches regularly travel across provincial borders and boundaries,” Stone said. “The federal government is in the process of reviewing emerging technologies and motor coach safety standards in North America and across the world. We are supportive of this process and we welcome the incorporation of these best practices to Canada, to continually improve safety standards in the industry.” The review found that regulatory requirements in B.C. are strict and have many safeguards in place, including mandatory Designated Inspection Facility inspections and good driver training for the job. In B.C., motor coach drivers are

required to have a Class 2 or Class 1 driver’s license and air brake endorsement. To obtain a commercial license, a driver must be able to manoeuver the vehicle in traffic, negotiate intersections and corners, and handle the vehicle safely and satisfactorily. In B.C., motor coaches are required to be mechanically inspected to ensure compliance with vehicle safety standards every six months. In addition, regular roadside inspections are carried out on motor coaches throughout the province, and the out-of-service rate stemming from these inspections is generally lower than in other jurisdictions. CVSE also conducts quantifiable National Safety Code audits on the worst performing carriers.

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The Kelowna RCMP Serious Crimes Unit had assumed conduct of the investigation early on and serious crime investigators are asking for potential witnesses to come forward to police. Cpl. Jesse O’Donaghey states that, “The alleged stabbing is believed to have been committed in or around the 400 block of Leon Avenue.” “If you were in Kelowna’s downtown core anytime between 11 p.m. Sunday and 12:30 a.m. Monday and saw anything suspicious that may be of interest to police during that time frame, you are asked to contact Cst. Bob Moon of the Kelowna RCMP Serious Crimes Unit at 250-470-6295.”

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COMING EVENTS THE PEACHLAND ART GALLERY PROUDLY PRESENTS ”ARTISTS OF THE OKANAGAN” EXHIBITION Artworks in various mediums on display.

November 5th to December 23rd. Tuesday to Saturday 9-4pm. Sunday’s 10-4pm.

ROSE VALLEY VETERINARY HOSPITAL, Saturday December 1oth, 3pm

to 5pm Come by with your festive fur babies for pictures with Santa. There will be plenty of yummy treats for the “models”, as well as their humans! We look forward to seeing all of you at our Christmas party!

ST MARGARET’S CHRISTMAS BAKE SALE, Saturday December 1oth, 9:30am till 1:00pm at The Little School House. Door prizes, coffee corner, crafts and homemade christmas cards, free admission. Call Sharlene at 250 767 6146 for more info. THE PEACHLAND VARIETY SINGERS PRESENT OUR FAVORITES Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2pm at the Fifty Plus Activity Centre. There will also be a Christmas Carol sing along. Admission is by donation and refreshments are served after the concert. PEACHLAND SPORTMEN ASSOCIATION CHRISTMAS POTLUCK Wednesday,

Dec. 14 at 6pm Call Martha Jenkins 250-767-9461

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WEEKLY EVENTS MONDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am -8 pm, community centre

YOGA (RESTORATIVE)

VINYASA YOGA FLOW 6-7 pm, com-

ZUMBA 5:15-6:15 pm,

YOUTH BOXING CLUB

PEACHLAND SPARKS AND BROWNIES 5:45-

munity centre

6-8 pm, 4th St Place

8 am, 50+ Activity Centre

WOODCARVING 7 pm,

INDOOR WALKING 8-9

TUESDAYS

am, community centre

50+ Activity Centre

FITNESS ROOM 8 am

PICKLEBALL (3.03.5) 9:05-11:05 am,

-8 pm, community centre

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY 9:30 am,

4th St Place

community centre

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

10:00 to 11:00 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

AFTERNOON BRIDGE 1:30 pm, 50+

Activity Centre

PICKLEBALL (3.03.5+) 3-5 pm, commu-

nity centre

SPIN, CORE & STRETCH 5:15-6:15 pm,

community centre

FLOW YOGA 9-10 am, MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE 9:30 am, St.

Margaret’s Anglican Church

CARPET BOWLING 10

am, 50+ Activity Centre

BABY FRIENDLY CAFÉ 11 - 12:30 pm,

every 2nd and last Tuesday, Peachland Wellness Centre.

CHAIR FITNESS 1111:45 am, 4th Street Place AA 12-1 pm, 50+ Ac-

tivity Centre

PICKLEBALL (3.75+)

community centre

7 pm, community centre

VOLLEYBALL 7-8 pm, community centre

WEDNESDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am -8 pm, community centre

INDOOR WALKING 8-9

nity centre

AEROBICS AND MORE 9:15 am, 50+ Activity Centre

PINCUSHION HIKE AND YOGA 9:30 am. Call Dawn 250-878-6342

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

WELLNESS CIRCLE 10

1-3pm, community centre

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 1 - 2:45 pm,

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 10-

AFTERNOON BRIDGE

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10 am-12 pm,

8-9 am, community centre

INDOOR WALKING

FLOW YOGA 9-10 am,

MEAT DRAW 3-5 pm,

1:30-3:30 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DINNER NIGHT (ages 9-12) 4 -7:30 pm,

ROTARY CLUB OF PEACHLAND 12-1:30

CLOG DANCING 6–7 pm 50+ Activity Centre LIONS DEN MEETING

pm, Gasthaus Restaurant. Be a part of your community and join us for lunch. Everyone welcome.

AA 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

7 pm. 2nd week: 6th Ave. Police Station. 4th week: community centre. Dan 250-7679034

UKULELE (BEGINNER) 1:15 pm, 50+

CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP 7 pm,

munity centre

Peachland Museum

THURSDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8 am -8 pm, community centre

SUNSHINE SINGERS

TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS 10 am, United

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS TWEEN DROPIN & OPEN GYM (ages

DUPLICATE BRIDGE

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IRON & SILK 10:45 am, 50+ Activity Centre

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Lessons 12-1 pm, play 1-4 pm,50+ Activity centre

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CHAIR FITNESS 1111:45 am, 4th Street Place

YOGA (FOUNDATIONS) 8am, 50+

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SPIN, CORE & STRETCH 5:15-6:15 pm,

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YOUTH DROP-IN

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ARTISAN MARKET 10 am - 3 pm by weekly 14 artisans and Wineries at the Peachland Visitors Centre.

PICKLEBALL (3.03.5+) 9:05-11:05 am,

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FITNESS ROOM 8 am

PEACHLAND UNITED CHURCH 10 am - 3 pm

VOLLEYBALL 10-11 am,

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YOGA (BASIC BEGINNERS 8 am, 50+

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PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 1-3 pm, comMEAT DRAW 4-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

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BRIDGE CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs) 10 am-noon, community centre

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PEACHLAND UNITED SERVICE 10 am, Unit-

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ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP 10 am, St.

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ART CLUB 12 pm, 50+

Margaret’s Anglican Church

LADIES CRIB 1 - 2:45

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PICKLEBALL (3.03.5+) 1-3 pm, com-

PEACHLAND BAPTIST SERVICE 10:30 am

VINYASA YOGA FLOW 5:30-6:30 pm, BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB HEALTHY TEENS (ages

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TOTAL BODY BLAST 5:30-6:30 pm,

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Skiers rejoice upon Baldy’s revival DAN WALTON

managing director of the resort. Past owners have struggled to keep Baldy profitable in recent years, with the skill hill operating just half of one season over the past three winters, and it was in receivership as recently as late June. When resorts are in that position, O’Brien said its common for stakeholders to give up, have a fire sale and salvage the equip-

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The visionaries who orchestrated the revival of Mount Baldy Ski Area achieved a major objective last weekend. “We had the whole mountain open, we had beautiful snow, we had sun, we had an almost-full lift – like oh my god,” said ‘Snowy’ Joey O’Brien,

ment. “We had 2,200 ski resorts in 1967 in North America. We have less than 700 now,” he said. “As resorts fail, sometimes the easy button is to pull the assets off the mountain. Sell them for whatever you can get.” But everybody who has skin in the game would agree that Baldy is worth swimming against the tide for.

During the monthslong process of restoration, “We never felt alone,” O’Brien said. “It felt like the community was championing us, pushing us towards our goal of being open on Dec. 1.” And those funding the project are giving him both the resources and breathing rooms he needs. “We have a fabulous investor group that gives me help where I

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need it and doesn’t interfere where I don’t. Just the right mix.” Before O’Brien was approached to bring Baldy back to life, he had no plans on returning to the ski industry for the third time. But Baldy is home to an “incredible natural facility, it’s a perfect marketplace,” and the property yields the highest value as a ski resort. During a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Dec. 2, O’Brien was joined by Osoyoos Indian Band Chief Clarence Louie, principal investor Victor Tsao and local MLA Linda Larson. The crowd of a couple dozen giggled after Louie – who attended the ribbon cutting of the previous resurrection attempt – shared his hope that “this is the last investors group that the hill needs here.”

opefully this is the last investors group that the hill needs here

Convincing investors that there was a business case to be made at Baldy was much easier because of the community’s resolve to see the resort operational again, Louie said. “Most people would say you’re crazy to invest in a ski hill in the south Okanagan. But for those of us that live here this is important to us. Skiers, snowboarders and people that own cottages up here – we are very grateful. This hill means a lot to the Okanagan people and the Osoyoos Indian Band.” Louie told the crowd the traditional name used by the Okanagan people to refer to Mount Baldy was Paq’mqin – meaning white top, and that the area con-

tinues to be used by members of the OIB for hunting and foraging. Most members of the OIB are pleased to see the hill reopen, he said, especially those who plan on using the hill to shred. Although, “it depends who you’re talking to. In democracy some like it and some hate it. But you go with the majority, and the majority of members they’re happy to see the hill open for skiing and boarding.” And among the broader Osoyoos and Oliver community, Louie said Baldy is a much-needed tourism venue for the winter months. “Hopefully skiing and boarding will get people out of their houses. Too may of our people stay indoors. On the television, now we have 500 channels when I was growing up we had two.” As a boy, Louie’s mom wouldn’t let his family sit so idle. He remembers her orders to “get outside and play” when she felt like the children were spending too much time indoors. And he was quick to highlight how Baldy is only able to operate as a ski hill possible because of the faith and backing provided by the investor group. “Without the money this hill doesn’t open up,” Louie said. Tsao, the principal investor, wore to the ribbon cutting a ski jacket from 1968 to commemorate the year when Baldy’s first season as a ski resort. Tsao’s access to money made the resort financially possible, but he said credit for Baldy’s comeback belongs to those who did the leg work. “Funding is really secondary,” he said. “Primary is the staff and the people that make it happen.” Baldy has a bright future, Tsao said, and his group of investors are looking far into the long-term. “We want to leave it as a legacy for fu-

ture generations. “I brought my young kids here and I want them to be able to enjoy this mountain the same way as we do.” As the effect of global warming are expected to challenge the viability of ski resorts in the future, Tao said Baldy is advantageously situated in a landscape that will endure climate change much better than many other resorts. With their prospects looking fruitful, Tsao said investors want to expand the ski hill to become a three-season resort. To expand its offerings beyond the winter season, one idea, he said, was to turn the resort into a venue for downhill mountain biking. Another is to build a monorail up the mountain. And also to allow sightseers to take chairlift rides during the summer months. “It’s a beautiful mountain with beautiful clean air,” he said. “There are great people down in the valley; there’s no reason why we can’t be inventive and use our imagination to try and create things for this region. Bring economic activity and tourism to really make this benefit everyone.” During Larson’s address, speaking on behalf of Premier Christy Clark and Tourism Minister Shirley Bond, she also said Baldy’s offerings can’t be contained to one season, as the mountain is full of “beautiful places” in the summer for biking and hiking. “Tourism has grown tremendously in the last few years,” she said. As one indicator of Baldy’s initial success was the density of the packed parking lot. Oliver resident Kyle Fossett, who was at Baldy last weekend, said in years past, the week of Christmas break is the only time he had ever seen Baldy’s parking lot so full.

DECEMBER 9, 2016

PEACHLAND VIEW

OPINION

DAN WALTON

BACK AT BALDY – New life has been breathed into

Baldy Mountain Ski Area, which has kicked off its firth full season in four years. Above is a view from Mount Baldy sandwiched between low hanging and overcast clouds; to the left is the ribbon cutting ceremony at the resort on Dec. 2, with MLA Linda Larson, Osoyoos Indian Band Chief Clarence Louie, principal investor Victor Tsao and director of operations ‘Snowy’ Joey O’Brien making the snip; and below is a trio of skiers ascending the mountain via the Sugar Lump Chair.

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