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The Ladies of Bell Jacoe & Company Front: L to R - Harmony, Joanne Back: L to R - Sandra, Davina, Shelly, Toni Photo by Stephanie Seaton.

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Summerland Optometry

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Chantelle Meriam

Chantelle G. Meriam

(250) 494-9266 13225 Victoria Rd. N. Summerland, BC

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Left to right: Alana Schatz, Brandi Little, Kerry Hugh-Jones, Alanna Inkster, Anna McGuigan, Dr. Kimberley Goods

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ince joining the practice 3 years ago, Dr. Kimberley Goods has been overwhelmed by the warm support from her new patients. She has enjoyed dedicating her time and efforts to provide the best possible care for her patients’ visual needs.

Summerland Optometry has a very dedicated and knowledgeable staff. Anna McGuigan and Alana Schatz are Certified Optometric Assistants, and they, along with Brandi Little, run the optical services at the clinic. Kerry Hugh-Jones, Alanna Inkster and Lynn Goods run the front end of the office, booking appointments and pre-testing patients.

Whether you are just starting to save, nearing retirement or in retirement, Chantelle helps people see the “big picture” and creates action plans to help move forward to each individual’s unique goals. Chantelle provides a customized financial roadmap to ensure each client knows where they are, where they’re going and how to get there.

Join us for a FREE seminar: When Can I Retire? 5 Steps Toward a Better Retirement Thursday, June 19th -or- Wednesday, June 25th | 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Zias Stonehouse Restaurant Reservations Required | Dinner will be served

For a complimentary, no obligation, consultation - or to join us for our Retirement Seminar - please contact Retha at 250-494-7007 or retha.marsden@edwardjones.com. Member - Canadian Investor Protection Fund.

The Bean Team

Royal Bank

7519 Prairie Valley Road, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z4

(250) 494-6036

Tel. 250-494-7007 www.edwardjones.com s a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, Chantelle is pleased to have served the community of Summerland for over seven years. Through workshops, seminars, and one-onone meetings, Chantelle has helped individuals and business owners alike create, manage and preserve their wealth by providing customized investment strategies.

From left are Krissy McClean, Susanne Zelmer, Trish Van Vianen, Sharon Mitchell, Reema Gaba, Terry Sedawie, Karen Hooper, Jane Dunbar and Cynthia Cutt.

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he staff at RBC Royal Bank in the Summerfair Mall are always working to earn the right to be their clients’ first choice.

They embrace diversity for growth and innovation, have a personal responsibility for high performance, and work together to succeed through service to clients and each other.

Put all that together with their earned trust through integrity in everything they do, and you have a team of local banking professionals that will make you their first priority. They look forward to you stopping by the branch to discuss your financial goals.

Dr. Jese Wiens ND

13016 North Victoria Road, Summerland, BC 250-494-1884 Open Every Day at 7:00am

Taylor Arkestyn & MacKenzie Vandertoolen

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line and her husband Pete have owned the Beanery Café for six years. This very popular Café/Eatery has been at this location for 19 years.

“The Bean Team” provides good quality organic coffees with many choices of fresh baked pastries every day! Did you try their “Paleo” pastries already? (gluten-dairy free) and they offer a variety of Tazo Teas, Chai Tea Lattes, 100% Fruit Smoothies, Bean Blasts, Green Tea Blasts, Italian Soda’s and Iced Coffees. They have milkshakes, made with real vanilla ice cream and milk in all kinds of flavours. They also have a delicious breakfast and lunch menu, with soup and salads.

Taylor Arkestyn is Miss Summerland Blossom Queen and MacKenzie Vandertoolen is Miss Beanery Cafe and was chosen as princess at the 2014 Blossom Pageant.

Lorraine Taylor

www.doctorwiens.com 250-494-3321 106-13615 Victoria Rd. N. Within Summerland Family Chiropractic

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r. Wiens is a licensed naturopathic physician (ND) with additional certification in acupuncture and Bowen Therapy. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Cell Biology and Genetics from U.B.C. She received her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine in 2007. She also practices in Penticton (778-476-6016).

Dr. Wiens uses nutrition, supplements, botanical medicine, homeopathy, physical therapies (Bowen, Craniosacral), traditional Chinese Medicine, and counseling to create a treatment plan individualized for each patient. She treats most health issues, with added experience treating chronic pain, injuries, menstrual problems, allergies, fatigue, stress, thyroid issues, digestive problems, skin issues, and children’s health concerns. Dr. Wiens is passionate about helping others to achieve optimal health, for themselves and their families. She strives to find and treat the underlying causes of illness, taking health care beyond just getting rid of bothersome symptoms. She is a caring physician who is excited to help you with your health goals!

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9400 Cedar Ave. 250-494-5444

orraine Taylor and her husband Cy have owned and managed A&A Mini Storage & Wine Cellar in Summerland for more than 20 years. Over the years, they have continually upgraded and expanded their facility to offer additional inside and outside storage options starting at just $15/month. With the growth of the BC Wine industry, they added professionally engineered wine cellar storage units which provide the ideal conditions wine requires to age to its maximum potential.

As resident owners, they live on the property and enjoy seeing their clients on a regular basis.

Their customers, friends and neighbours know they can always count on a warm smile and a friendly greeting when visiting A&A. Lorraine and Cy don’t just help you store your stuff, they help you protect your valued treasures. Give Lorraine a call for a quote or more information, or drop in for a tour!

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On the Cover

Jacoe & Company The Ladies of Bell ony, Joanne Front: L to R - Harm a, Davina, Back: L to R - Sandr Shelly, Toni

The Summerland Review is proud to have the Women of Bell Jacoe on the cover of our 2014 Women in Business Section.

We would also like to thank Mark Brett and John Arendt for lending their photographic expertise to this project.

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Photo by Stephan

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Sheila deBoer

6711 Canyon View Road, Just over the train tracks around the bend from Summerland Sweets.

Phone: 250-494-9441 David and Sheila de Boer dave@summerlandgreenhouses.com

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nyone can own a business, but to run a great business Sheila deBoer depends on great staff. I am so grateful for the staff at Summerland Greenhouses – the nursery workers, the sales staff and the drivers.

It takes a team effort to grow and deliver the plants from our garden to yours.

Some of our staff has worked at Summerland Greenhouses for over 25 years – coming back each spring year after year to start the seeds, water and care for our plants day after day. We’re lucky to have such a committed group of people working to make Summerland Greenhouses a success for the last 38 Years.

Growers of Bedding Plants, Seasonal Hanging Baskets, Designer Planters & High Impact Containers Custom Plant Propagation.

Dr. Cindee Melashenko

250.494.8545

welcome@goldenpeach.net www.goldenpeach.net

10098 Jubilee Rd W, PO Box 100 Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0

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“Improving life, one smile at a time!

indee loves dentistry, loves people, and loves living in Summerland! Together with her team, she has been providing exceptional dental care in our community since 2005.

After graduating from the UBC dental program in 2000, Cindee practiced in Salmon Arm and Ontario before deciding that Summerland was the best place to establish her own practice and raise her two boys.

Cindee has recently completed the comprehensive nine-course Kois Center curriculum, taking her skills and knowledge to a whole new level. Our facility, equipment, and training are up-to-date and continually improving. We care for our friends and neighbours, and don’t just treat “patients.”

Come find out how a dental appointment can be fun!

Summerland Museum & Archives 250.494.9395

9521 Wharton St. www.summerlandmuseum.org

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From left to right: Sandra, Patricia, Kathryn, Julie, Shelly, Harmony, Joanne, Toni.

Missing from photo: Davina

Bell, Jacoe & Company Box 520, 13211 N. Victoria Rd. 250-494-6621

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Sharon & Ruth

Hours: June to September ~ Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 – 4:00 October to May ~ Wednesday to Saturday 1:00 – 4:00

Bell, Jacoe & Co.

Ruth Ten Veen and Sharon Stone

passion for Summerland and its history brought these two treasured artefacts together at the Summerland Museum. Sharon Stone, Administrator, is usually the first face you see upon entering the museum and she is always ready to assist with family or local history research. Sharon enjoys addressing school classes and welcoming visitors and is adept at putting together programs and presentations to highlight Summerland’s interesting history. Ruth ten Veen, born and raised in Summerland, is the Archivist/Accessions Registrar. She is in charge of organizing and caring for the museum’s entire collection and is always looking for additional information in order to compile a more comprehensive story of Summerland and its people. If you have photos, negatives or slides of days gone by, Ruth would be happy to scan them to digital or printed format. When is the last time you visited the Summerland Museum?

Come in and see the past in the present. Where the spirit of our pioneers comes alive!

at Bell and Joe Jacoe, the Partners of Bell, Jacoe & Company are very proud to work with the women they have in their law practice. Our success is without question a direct result of the talented, professional and dedicated women who are a part of our team. Our Associate, Kathryn Robinson has developed a very successful practice in family and litigation matters. Each member of our support team is specifically trained in a particular area of law, thereby allowing the firm to provide you with a complete range of legal services. Our Office Manager is Shelly Peterson. The Litigation Department consists of Davina Bilenki, Toni Nigg, Patricia Jacoe, and Julie Turner. The Wills and Estates are handled

by Sandra Vogel and the Real Estate and Development matters handled by Harmony Normandale and Joanne Lasky. From the moment you walk through our doors to the conclusion of your legal matter we know that you will feel confident in the expert assistance provided by everyone at Bell, Jacoe & Company.

We are now in the twentieth year since we opened our doors on North Victoria Road. We at Bell, Jacoe & Company pride ourselves on being Summerland’s longest established law firm. The continuing confidence and trust that the citizens of Summerland have shown in choosing our firm for their legal needs is much appreciated. We look forward to the challenges of the years to come and to providing the same expert level of professional, confidential, considerate and affordable legal services that you have come to expect from Bell, Jacoe & Company.

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Leona Hopman

Advocacy First

250-460-0964

email: lhopman@telus.net http://leonahopman.point2agent.com

250-494-2181

13219 Victoria Rd. N., Summerland, BC

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eona Hopman moved to Summerland in 2004 from Calgary with her husband Brian and her two sons, Liam and Benjamin. She has been employed with Summerland Realty for the past 7 years as a Realtor and Property Manager.

Leona realizes that buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions you make in your lifetime and considers it a privilege to be able to help and advise her clients on the path of home ownership. With her hard working attitude and expertise she will find the perfect home for you and your family.

Leona is an animal advocate in her community and is a member of Summerland Food Bank and Alley Cat Alliance. She has three dogs Wyatt, Willow and Sadie who mean the world to her. In knowing how important your pets can be she will go the extra mile to make sure that all members of your family 2 or 4 legged will have the perfect place to call home, whether in a purchase or rental.

Leona is happy to welcome new clients, so please stop into Summerland Realty and ask for Leona for all your Real Estate and Rental needs.

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dvocacyFirst provides an affordable solutions based approach to resolving

client issues. Linda Van Alphen and Connie Denesiuk bring a combined 50 years of experience in proven Advocacy at the local, provincial and federal levels.

APPLICATIONS……….PROCESSES…….….APPEALS 1-250-486-3488

linda@advocacyfirst.ca

1-250-490-7467 connie@advocacyfirst.ca www.advocacyfirst.ca

Brenda Hamilton

Summerland 250.494.7752

photo by: Dawn Kelliher

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Left to right: Taylor, Emera, Tiana, Sophia.

Penticton 250.492.0713

“Every Life Tells A Story”

renda Hamilton is Manager of the family owned and operated Providence Funeral Homes. She is a committed and caring professional who is proud of her chosen career as an Embalmer/Funeral Director. Brenda recognizes the sensitivity of a death experience and is committed to provide for the circle of family and friends as they go through a very stressful and painful time in their lives. Along with Ron, Nico and the staff, who feel it is a privilege to serve the families in our community, Brenda strives to help families memorialize their loved ones with dignity and respect. She is proud of Providence Funeral Homes, which has locations both in Penticton & Summerland, having established an enviable reputation for providing the highest standard of professionalism, value and caring service. It speaks of the integrity, sensitivity and attention to detail that is so diligently applied. Please visit providencefuneralhomes.com to learn more about the meaningful and memorable services we offer.

Bank of Montreal

Our “Up and Coming” Women In Business.

Summerland Branch 9902 Main Street Phone: 250-404-6817 Making money make sense!

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Casual Elegance & Historic Ambiance 14015 Rosedale Avenue, Summerland www.ziasstonehouse.com

he staff at BMO Bank of Montreal invites you to experience exceptional customer service at our branch in Summerland. Daisy, Cindy, Heather, Rainia, Elad, Barb and Aleta Aleta Quaal, Daisy Brar, Barb Moen, Heather Sieben, Rainia Charbonneau share a wealth of banking experience. We would be pleased to assist you with all of your customized financial solutions for your banking, retirement/investment planning, and borrowing needs.

BMO Bank of Montreal has been an integral part of the Summerland community since 1907. Our community involvement has been with the Festival of Lights and fundraising for many charities such as Toonies and Toys for Tots and Teens, the BC Childrens Hospital, Kids Help phone line, and the Drug Safety Dare Program.

We would like to sincerely thank our many loyal customers for their business. If we haven’t already met please give us a call at 250-404-6817 or better yet; stop by the branch at 9902 Main Street. We would also be happy to show you how to earn Air Miles Reward Miles using BMO financial products and services.

We look forward to getting to know you and helping you achieve your financial dreams and goals!

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Women play role in Canadian businesses Women have a prominent role in Canadian businesses according to research from Statistics Canada.

The 2011 Survey on Financing and Growth of

Small and Medium Enterprises, 2011, examines business ownership for businesses with one to 99 employees and 100 to 499 employees.

According to the study

53.8 per cent of the smaller businesses and 66.0 per cent of medium sized businesses were owned by men only.

Businesses where male and female owners

had equal partnerships accounted for 18.2 per cent of all small businesses.

Another 13.5 per cent of small businesses were solely owned by women.

Julie Baron

Baron’s Bookkeeping 250-494-0015

“Knowing Your Dollars Makes Cents”

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ulie, owner and operator of Baron’s Bookkeeping, has provided bookkeeping services to micro-business owners in Summerland for the last five years. Julie has three years of previous experience working in a CA and CGA accounting firm in the Okanagan. Julie’s goal is to save owners time and money by providing a professional, accurate and timely bookkeeping service. Business owners are then free to spend more time focusing on their businesses’ needs and can feel safe knowing their books are in good hands.

Her mission statement, “Through honesty, integrity and accuracy Baron’s Bookkeeping will strive to support micro businesses’ in Summerland, saving them time to do what they do best.”

Among medium sized businesses, the numbers changed. There, women were the sole owners of 4.0 per cent of all businesses.

More than one in five

businesses in accommodation and food services were owned by women, while only 2.9 per cent of construction businesses were owned by women.

Avery Law Office Barrister, Solicitor, Notary (778) 516-2675 www.averylawoffice.ca

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very Law Office is proud to offer high-quality, genuine and personal legal services to the community of Summerland. Denese Espeut-Post, the owner and practising lawyer, is very proud to be supported by her assistants, Nicole McFadyen and Delin Knightly. Since opening Avery Law Office in 2010, the Nicole McFadyen, Denese Espeut-Post response and support of the people of Summerland have been overwhelmingly positive. We appreciate this support and are very grateful for your business and your referrals. It is very important to all of us at Avery Law Office that our clients feel that they have received a value added service when we complete work for them. We are here for you and are proud to be a part of Summerland.

We look forward to assisting you with your estate and personal planning, business, real estate and trademark needs. Important members of our office not pictured are Miss Avery Law Office/ Miss Summerland, Tayor Arkestyn, and our SSS work experience student, Katie Becker.

INSURANCE AGENCY

Back Row: Sharol, Herlinda, Charlene, Megan, Ashley, Susy, Sue, Ruby, Shelley, Robin, Sandy, Laura Centre: Norma, Cindy, Colleen, Erin, Ally, April, Cindy, Sarina, Laura Front row: Cari, Kyle, Sandra, Dawn, Amanda

The Summerland Credit Union and McBain Insurance Agency are proud to showcase their women in business.

The two organizations employ a total of 40 women who collectively have over 400 years of service!

A huge part of our success is a direct result of these knowledgeable, professional and dedicated women. We are fortunate indeed to have such an amazing team; committed to our organization, our members and our community.

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Increasing number of women self-employed Close to one in eight working women in Canada are self-employed.

According to a 2009 study by Statistics Canada and Status of Women Canada, nearly

one million women or 11.9 per cent of those with jobs were selfemployed.

This is a significant increase from 1976, when 8.6 per cent of working

Canadian women were self-employed.

More than 1.5 million Canadians work at businesses owned by women, according to a 2012 study by the BMO

Johnston Meier

Financial Group.

The study also showed that 71 per cent of Canadian women would like to start their own businesses and 83 per cent said access to role mod-

els or mentors would be important to their business success.

At smalland medium-sized businesses, more than 570,000 people work in

businesses owned by women.

Of those in businesses with some level of ownership by women, the number rises to 2.6 million people.

Brenda Thompson

Johnston Meier Insurance Agencies Group 10102 Main Street Summerland

Window Coverings with flair!

250-494-6351

Summerland: 250-494-3054 Penticton: 250-493-3086 Fax: 250-494-3056

www.jmins.com

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From L to R: Bobbie Emery, Marie Mann (Branch Manager), Melissa Guenther

he staff of Summerland Johnston Meier Insurance are proud to offer you their expertise in insurance products.

Our knowledgeable staff will assist you with all your insurance needs with over 50 years of combined insurance experience.

We are a friendly, happy, personable group of women who are always happy to provide excellent customer service. Come in see one of our Customer Service Representatives for any of the following: · Automobile · Recreational Vehicle · Home

· Tenant · Travel · Condominium

· Boat · Motorcycle

We can also refer you to our Commercial Department for your Farm, Business and Commercial needs. We pride ourselves in excellent customer service and invite you into the office to see one of our friendly staff.

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onna Service Design has been my passion for 10 years! My business includes all types of window treatments including blinds by Hunter Douglas and Shade-o-matic but fabric is my love! In my world there is nothing more fun than decorating. This is not a “job” for me, it is more like “play”. My studio [my playground] is full of gorgeous fabrics as I have one of the largest fabric libraries in the valley. I can create something chic or something cozy for your windows or your furniture. Possibly you have an antique settee or a comfy chair you can’t let go of but it needs to be brought back to life, not to worry, I have 2 talented upholstery artists that do incredible work!

So, if you want that “WOW” factor in your home, just give me a call and we can set up a “playdate” to see what exciting designs we can come up with for your home. Whatever your budget, I have the resources, skills and a meticulous installer to complete the job.

Summerland IGA

Serving the Community of Summerland for Over 38 Years!

Locally Owned and Operated!

7519 Prairie Valley Rd., Located in Summerfair Plaza

250-494-4376

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Left to Right: Holly, Debbie, Dee, Sylvia, Samara, Laverne, Kathy, Debbie.

he woman at IGA Summerland have over 81 years combined retail experience and are proud to have served their community for over 38 years. The commitment to Customer Service and Community coupled with passion and integrity has enabled IGA Summerland to be recognized as the “2012 Business of the Year” on behalf of the Summerland Chamber Of Commerce. IGA Summerland would like to Thank their loyal customers for their ongoing support and look forward to making your next visit to the store an exceptional experience.

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Jennifer Kole

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Aura Sterk

The Suburban Princess #101-10107 Main Street Summerland, BC • 250-494-8489 www.thesuburbanprincess.com Store hours Mon-Sat 10-5pm

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ennifer grew up in Summerland, and now lives here with her husband and two children. She started The Suburban Princess Boutique as a home-based, online business 12 years ago. In 2006 she expanded the business to include a retail shop on Main Street in Summerland.

They carry overstock, brand name ladies clothing, shoes and accessories from major USA department stores, and price it up to 70% off the retail value. With new items arriving weekly, they carry items suitable for any taste, or age. It’s a place where you receive the personal service, and experience of an upscale boutique without the high prices. Jennifer and her helpful staff look forward to welcoming you into the store soon.

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9320 Jubilee Rd. E. ne smart idea Two great partners Three years as owners Twelve years at Yaki’s Pizza Twenty Five Years in Business!

All adds up to one really big Thank You! to Summerland and all of our out of town supporters.

I’m very proud and pleased to be part of a company that has served the community - that I grew up in and love - for so many years. It feels great that we can support local youth, sports, schools and community events and know that they support us back. Thank you all of Summerland (and our out of town guests) for 25 Years of Business! Here’s to many, many more!

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Summerland Waterfront Resort

Jo Freed

Nan Cogbill

Pat Lindsay

jo@summerlandreview.com

class@summerlandreview.com

sales@summerlandreview.com

Left to Right: Carrie Hague, Assistant Housekeeper, Rhonda Allercott, Executive Housekeeper, Meika Smith, Banquet Manager and Lisa Jaager, Sales Manager.

13226 N. Victoria Road Ph: 250-494-5406 • Fax: 250-494-5453

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o Freed began her career with the Summerland Review newspaper in 1991.

Jo believes that the most important aspect of sales is to help her clients make informed decisions in regards to getting their message out to the readers by using the Summerland Review newspaper. If you are thinking of starting advertising there are many great options that she would like to go over with you.

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an Cogbill has used her administrative skills as office manager of the Summerland Review for the past three years. She enjoys dealing with everyone who calls or stops in to place an ad, buy a paper, renew or start a subscription or just say hi. Nan was born and raised in Summerland, and she and her husband Rick have raised their three children here as well. Although their youngest is graduating this year, she will continue interacting with children in the community in her role as a volunteer with the Giant’s Head Breakfast Club.

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a t Lindsay has been a sales representative with the Summerland Review since 2012 and has been in the advertising business for over 20 years.

Working with clients to help with their advertising needs and volunteering with various organizations has enabled her to get to know and work with a great bunch of people, and she always looks forward to new projects.

250.494.8180 www.summerlandresorthotel.com

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he Summerland Waterfront Resort and Spa, and the team of dedicated staff including our leadership team above, invite you to experience the difference a local team makes. We are one of the largest non-government employers in Summerland and take pride in providing both seasonal and year-round jobs, and opportunities for full and part-time work for youth and adults.

The Summerland Waterfront Resort Hotel, all of the Okanagan’s fun activities and events are at your doorstep. And, the doorstep of your summer guests! Soak in our beautiful weather on the pool deck, cool off in the outdoor geo-thermal heated pool or warm up in the two hot tubs. Take the fun to SWR Boat Rentals and choose from ski boats, pontoon boats, jet skis, kayaks, canoes, pedal boats and scooters. Summerland Waterfront Resort offers a variety of year round Okanagan vacation packages for you, and your family and friends, to make the most of their vacation in Summerland.

The Summerland Resort Hotel also offers meeting space and is the Okanagan’s premiere choice for wedding receptions for groups and events up to 135 people. Pamper yourself with a spa treatment at Beyond Wrapture Mind & Body Day Spa and enjoy regionally inspired cuisine at Local Lounge • Grille for lakefront dining in the Okanagan.

Come re-discover your Summerland waterfront for fun or business.

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Nesters Market

Left to right: Maria Herrera (Head Cashier) Tesha McMath, Caley-Anne Austin, Dayna Fedeli, Morgan Rowley, Leanne Sieben (Store Manager) Joelle Smythe, Jessi Knuston, Lacie Langston, Candice Castillo (Deli Manager), Taylor Palechuk, Melanie Smith.

13604 Victoria Road In the Sungate Plaza www.nestersmarket.com

250-494-8338

Proud to be part of your Community!

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esters Market (Buy-Low Foods) has been in Summerland for over 20 years.

In that time many of our women in business have moved on to very successful careers not only in the grocery business but in anything they have chosen to pursue.

Nesters Markets’ focus is on fresh products in all of our departments, we continue to support our local farmers and businesses promoting their products. Nesters Market team members are also very driven in our community with our volunteer efforts and our continued support of local charites, breakfast programs and endless Summerland events. Thank you to our 38 women in business we could not have our successes without you.