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Walking

A 96-year-old Summerland man continues his practice of a daily walk.

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Water storage

S u m m e r l a n d ’s dams have now stopped spilling and the community will rely on stored water for the remainder of the year.

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Cycling signs

Signage for cycling trails will be added in the South Okanagan.

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Fundraising

An upcoming fundraiser will support hospitals in India.

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Water safety

Training in water safety will be offered this summer.

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Tennis tourney

Summerlanders excelled at the 43rd annual Greenwood Cup doubles tennis tournament.

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At the market

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Summerlanders and visitors attended the Sunday market on Main Street. The first of the weekly markets was held Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and featured local foods, wines, clothing and crafts. Markets will continue each Sunday until late September.

$97K error addressed Credit was mistakenly given to farms and home businesses in 2012 to 2013 John Arendt

The municipality will bill electrical customers to correct a residential energy credit, mistakenly given to electrical customers in 2012 and the first three months of 2013.

On Monday evening, municipal council passed a resolution to send bills to recoup the amount of $97,073.

The credit was mistakenly given to 519 farm accounts and 163 home business accounts.

The provincial government had introduced the residential energy credit to offset the increase in cost to consumers caused by the harmonized

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An audit by the Ministry of Finance, Consumer Taxation Audit Branch determined the municipality had mistakenly given the credit to customers who did not qualify for the rebate.

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ed farm and business use along with residential use on the same meter.

The farm use accounted for $82,507 while the business component was $14,566.

A staff recommendation called for the municipality to write off the amount, due to the nature of the event and the time frame it covers.

Coun. Richard Barkwill disagreed

with the recommendation.

“I don’t see how we can walk away from nearly $100,000,” he said.

“It’s just too much.”

“You’re going to hear a great hue and cry about this,” said Coun. Janet Peake.

Linda Tynan, chief administrative officer for the municipality, said there are a few farms and businesses which will

receive high bills, but the majority of the affected accounts will be billed $100 to $300 to make the correction.

Coun. Erin Carlson said the error, which began more than three years ago, should have been addressed earlier.

The resolution was carried with Peake, Carlson and Coun. Erin Trainer opposed.

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Reservoirs no longer spilling Summerland’s dams have now stopped spilling and the community will use the water in the reservoirs for the remainder of the year.

The dams stopped spilling on June 17 around 2:30 p.m.

In an effort to increase awareness of the watershed and dependency on stored water in Summerland, the fourth annual Thirsk Dam Contest was held during Earth Week in April.

Contestants were asked to guess when Thirsk Dam would stop spilling.

There were more than 50 entries, Gord Thorne of Summerland won the contest.

He guessed June 17 at 3:40 a.m.

He wins a gift certificate from Summerland Greenhous-

es and a box of local peaches and apples and a jar of local honey.

Summerland is using stored water until next year ’s freshette season.

During freshette season, the Trout Creek watershed dams fill from snow melt and precipitation.

Summerland has a gravity fed water system that usually fills to overflow, supplying domestic and irrigation requirements as well as the environmental needs.

Organizers of the contest urge Summerlanders to be thoughtful on how to use water. They recommend upgrading irrigation systems, using time clocks, fixing leaks and using allocated water efficiently.

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Highway accident

Police, firefighters and paramedics were called to an accident on Highway 97 in Trout Creek on Thursday late in the afternoon.

Boaters will face more inspections

Bear spray

Zoe Kirk, WildSafeBC Community Coordinator at the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen, demonstrates how to use bear spray. The pepper spray is used in encounters with bears.

It is considered effective 99 per cent of the time in black bear attacks and 97 per cent of the time in polar bear attacks.

In an attempt to prevent aquatic invasive species, boaters entering British Columbia waters will face closer scrutiny.

Boaters are also being urged to clean, drain and dry their boats.

“So far, B.C. is free of zebra and quagga mussels, but we all must be vigilant to ensure these invasive species do not get into our lakes, streams and wetlands,” said Gail Wallin, executive director of the Inva-

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Zebra and quagga mussels, if introduced to B.C. waters, would cost an estimated $43 million a year in damages to infrastructure, hydropower facili-

ties, water extraction activities and recreational boaters, as well as their impacts on fish stocks.

At present there are three boat inspection teams, based in Nelson, Invermere and Penticton.

If you see or suspect a boat that has come into B.C. and could be contaminated, do not attempt to clean it as special training is needed.

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Cycling network gets provincial boost Dan Walton Black Press

Signage will add pedal power to South Okanagan tourism with a pilot project to showcase the area cycling trail network.

On Thursday, the province announced it has invested $100,000 into signage for the trails in the region.

That money will be used to install 120 signs around the regional network of trails by the end of July. The web of signage is called the South Okanagan Similkameen Cycling Network.

Penticton Mayor Andrew Jakubeit

said the city has now grown from a selfproclaimed cyclist destination to a provincially recognized one.

“Cycling is part of our identity; part of our culture,” Jakubeit said, citing the KVR trail, Three Blind Mice and the road network that connects everything.

“It nurtures a healthy and active lifestyle.”

He added the signs will improve the quality of cycling for all skill levels, whether riders want to take an afternoon stroll through wine country or a multiday adventure.

As the pilot pro-

gram, the South Okanagan Similkameen Cycling Network will help guide the creation of the provincial cycling tourism signage and marketing strategy and inspire other potential cycling routes in the province.

“Penticton and the South Okanagan have world-class cycling terrain — road, mountain and recreational cycling.

The community truly is a cycling destination, with amenities that support active, healthy lifestyles for local residents and visitors,” said Jakubeit.

Cyclists will also be able to go online to

the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen website and find the route they want to take.

The identical signage will be recognizable by a stick-figure cyclist riding on a green path behind a lake and mountains.

The design was created by local artist Lindsay Bourque, who serves at the rural projects coordinator at the RDOS. In addition to the new signage and increased funding, the province will double the frequency of sweeps along bike lanes, as well as install more roadside barriers.

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roads safer for every- one of the commit- tion as a first-class one. This is going ments made in the destination.” to make it a lot eas- province’s 10-year On June 12, the ier to get around,” transportation plan. area surrounding said RDOS chair “I’m thrilled to the Penticton Peach Mark Pendergraft. see this vision finally was reopened after “People come from becoming a reality, upgrades were made around the world to thanks to the drive to the walkway. Addiride, train and race and passion of every- tionally, a large map throughout the South of the South OkaYou’re Invited one at the Regional www.edwardjones.com O k a n a g a n - S i m i l - District and the city,” nagan Similkameen kameen. Now the said Penticton MLA Cycling Network was required infrastruc- Ashton. installed by the city, ture will be put in “We already boast and a bike hub was place to supportWethat so many toresidents donated by the Bike have enjoyed helpingreasons Summerland achieve financial over Okathe past year.

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At the market

Maureen Bildfell, left, and Debbie Edge examine some of the items at the Gotstylz.com booth at the downtown market on Sunday. The market on Main Street opened on June 21 and will continue each Sunday until late September.

POLICE rEPOrt Canoe stolen

On June 12 police were called after a green 16-foot Scout canoe was stolen.

The theft occurred near the South Okanagan Sailing Association.

Vehicles entered

Police have received two reports of thefts from vehicles at Sunoka Beach.

Purses left locked inside the vehicles were taken.

Police urge people parked in the area not to keep valuables in their vehicles.

Items taken

Police were called following a break and enter at the water treatment plant on June 21.

A Honda generator, a Honda pump, an Echo chainsaw and a sump pump were taken.

License plates removed

Police were called following multiple incidents of stolen license plates over the past week.

Anyone with information about the thefts is asked to call Crime Stoppers or the Summerland RCMP detachment.

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EDITORIAL Recovering costs A billing error which cost the municipality nearly $100,000 has put municipal council and staff and the affected electrical users in an uncomfortable situation.

The error dates to 2012 and the first three months of 2013. At that time, close to 700 farm and business account holders were given a credit for which they did not qualify.

The municipality will now work to recover this amount.

The error has put the municipality into a difficult predicament.

Had municipal council chosen to write off the amount, some would criticize the decision as wasteful.

If the money could be written off, questions would be raised about whether other municipal fees and charges were fair.

Municipal council’s decision to collect the money now, three years after the fact, is equally difficult.

It will result in an extremely lengthy delay for those who will be told to repay, and it will raise questions of why the error was not noticed and corrected much earlier.

In addition, some of those who received the credit in error may have moved away or closed their businesses.

Questions will also be raised as to why the error was not discovered until years after the fact.

Had the error been discovered within months instead of within years, it would be a much easier decision to send bills to the affected customers in an effort to correct the mistake.

As it stands, three years is a long time when it comes to rectifying billing errors.

The attempt to correct this error will be unpleasant for all who are affected. This is a process none would ever want to see repeated.

Measures will be needed to ensure that if another billing error is made, it can be corrected as quickly as possible, to avoid any future delays.

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Seeing the view from the East Coast

VICTORIA – I’ve just spent two weeks viewing events from the opposite side of Canada, in and around St. John’s Newfoundland. It’s the same country, but you wouldn’t know it sometimes.

Here on the West Coast, “kayaktivists” paddled around a Shell offshore oil drilling platform being serviced at Seattle, striking poses of resistance for the media from their petroleum-based watercraft.

Meanwhile at Bull Arm outside St. John’s, work continues on a massive “gravity-based structure” that will soon be drilling into the Hebron oilfield 350 km offshore. It will have living quarters and drill rig above and a tank with capacity for 1.2 million barrels of crude below.

Offshore oil has turned St. John’s into a boomtown. With one industrial park nearing capacity on the edge of town, a second is under construction. Locals call

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Tom Fletcher it “Dannyland,” after its developer, former premier Danny Williams.

St. John’s Airport is buzzing with flights back and forth to Edmonton and Fort McMurray, and crew helicopters shuttling back and forth from offshore oil rigs.

Tourism is picking up, with a new crossCanada ad campaign and WestJet starting service to Dublin and London.

A foreign supplier won a contract for tankers to bring oil ashore. With no media-connected environmental groups to steer the subject to far-fetched disaster scenarios,

debate in the Newfoundland and Labrador legislature turned to concerns about maintaining local employment.

Outside the city, parallels with B.C. become evident.

Tiny towns struggle to hang on as young people choose opportunity over isolation, and the only expansion is at church graveyards. While cities struggle with high housing and recreational property costs, homes in remote areas are going for a song.

Up north in Labrador, a hydroelectric dam at Muskrat Falls is under construction.

Its $8 billion estimated price tag is in the same range as BC Hydro’s Site C project on the Peace River, which will part a sea of protesters and lawyers and move ahead this summer. Nalcor Energy, Newfoundland’s electrical utility, is dipping into contingencies in an effort to keep it on time and on budget.

Here on the Left Coast, enviros and

the Green Party rail against hydro as well as oil and gas, and of course you can’t even mention nuclear. Climate activism proceeds in a logical vacuum in these parts, as it often does in Europe.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper signed on to a farcical “carbon free in 85 years” pledge at the G7 meeting in Germany.

But hey, it’s an election year, not a time for serious discussion of issues.

Imperial Oil’s Kearl oilsands mine at Fort McMurray has started production from its $9 billion second phase, with the help of many Newfoundlanders.

Production continues to grow, heavy oil prices have surged with paving season, and large-scale liquefied natural gas export plans begin to take shape in B.C. With the legislature about to be recalled to endorse the Petronasled LNG export project, Premier Christy Clark has assembled a climate action team

with representatives from industry, First Nations, local governments and a couple of professional protesters for good measure.

They have an absurdly short deadline to recommend changes to B.C.’s token carbon tax, as gasoline consumption returns to pretax levels despite continued high pump prices.

In St. John’s, another long, cold winter has finally loosened its grip after piling snow to doorknob levels.

Every street in sight is being patched and repainted.

The debate about new energy supplies has a more serious tone in Newfoundland. The last elected premier, Kathy Dunderdale, lost her job in the wake of winter power blackouts.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@ blackpress.ca.

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Left lane regulations already in place

Dear Editor: Regularly you hear something new that amazes and astonishes you. But in my opinion B.C.’s new left lane law takes the cake.

Every day I see drivers talking on cell phones and/or texting, people are dying all over the country because of this, it gets worse by the day and

nothing is being done about it.

Why, apparently because the transportation minister is busy making new laws to accommodate tail-

gaters and speeders.

Our new left lane law effectively makes every highway in B. C. with a speed limit of 80 kilometres an hour or more a one

lane highway. Good thing we spent billions of dollars widening so many roads to four lanes. Perhaps we should have saved the money and

left them alone.

I have read many comments online and elsewhere and I must say most people agree with the new law. However, there

THE EARLY YEARS

Future history

Photo courtesy of the Summerland Museum

Miss Banks must have had more than her share of energy, patience and determination to handle this class of 37 grade one students in 1930. When this group finally reached the last day of grade 12 they probably felt a lot like the students who are graduating this year—happy, sad, excited, nervous and triumphant —the graduation tumult of emotions. You did it! The Summerland Museum would like to congratulate all of the 2015 Graduates and wish you all the best in your future endeavours. And remember, your past is important too. The museum would greatly appreciate class pictures (digital or hard copy) of your scholastic history so that in 50 or 60 years from now, we can feature your photo in Early Years (and our archives.) Your history is important to our future. Way to go, grads!

was already a law on the books to cover people driving in the left lane, if travelling below the speed limit, which was seldom ever enforced.

So instead of enforcing that law, or cracking down on speeders or tailgaters (both of which are illegal, by the way) let’s just clear the way so they can travel whatever speed they feel like.

When did breaking the law (any law) become okay?

I guess upping the speed limit on the Coquihalla to 120 km/h still didn’t do it for some so let’s clear the way for the 140/150 km/h types so they can fly by us and of course cut right in front of us spraying gravel all over our windshields, because, after all, it is illegal for them to stay in that lane until they are safely past us, at least that will be their excuse.

I can only imagine what the driving habits of the government officials who decided on this one must be.

Funny how whether or not you are doing the speed limit has no bearing on this new law whatsoever, just get out of the speeders way.

The irony of it is that it carries the exact same penalty as the distracted driver law that is killing so many and is rarely enforced, go figure.

I can hardly wait to see how this one plays out in court.

Keith Quesnelle Summerland

Families were left damaged Vote split in last election by residential school system Dear Editor: We hear much of the horrendous experiences suffered by children in residential schools. Some were good; too many bad. But we hear little of the damage done to the homes.

How do parents act as parents when all their children are forcibly taken from them and there is no communication as the children grow through their teens?

Would you feel helpless? hurt? Angry? Despairing?

What could you do in this case of legal kidnapping?

Would you turn to violence? To alcohol? How would you handle your grief and despair?

It was this destruction of the

family unit, the breakdown of relationships between siblings, parents, the community year after year for more than 100 years, generation after generation, that contributed to demoralizing conditions.

The terrible loss of life caused by the introduction of European diseases like tuberculosis, smallpox, influenza etc. against which the Aboriginal people had no immunity and received little medical help caused even greater havoc in the villages.

And the disastrous change from the historic healthy diet has created an epidemic of diabetes and heart disease.

Both these afflictions can also bring serious complications.

The alarming statistics which we hear of regarding suicide, abuse and illness were all proof of dispirited people.

It is a tribute to the resilience of the human spirit that we see the emergence of First Nations leaders who are working to instil pride in their culture and courage to move forward into what had been an alien and unwelcoming society. They will make mistakes — as all do — but with increasing confidence, education and acceptance, there will come healthy, hopeful people who are after all an integral part of multi-cultural Canada.

Sheila White Summerland

Dear Editor: A quick examination of Central Okanagan, Similkameen, Nicola riding’s 2011 election results clearly shows the vote is split 50/50 between Reform/conservatives and the progressive vote: — if you add together Liberal, NDP and Green votes.

The Harper Conservatives have stayed in power because Canada’s progressive vote is split. If the progressive vote coalesces for the 2015 election under the Liberals, Harper would be gone.

I say Liberals, because the Liberal Party of Canada is the only other federal

party that has realexperience in forming a national government, quickly and efficiently.

Lester Pearson and Tommy Douglas together gave us the rock-solid Canada Pension Plan and Canada’s envied Healthcare system.

The NDP helped build the policy. But it was the Pearson Liberals’ knowledge and mastery of the political machinations needed to grease the wheels to get a national policy accepted by all of Canada’s various political factions, including employers and finally get policyidea into law and working.

The NDP lack the broad appeal across Canada’s (social/ economic) Vertical Mosaic to be truly representational of Canada’s majority.

To vote for a NDP government is nothing more then a polarizing vote in the opposite direction, away from the narrowness of Harper’s right wing agenda.

Can Justin Trudeau and Thomas Mulcair get along? Let’s hope so. Only by voting Liberal will Canada’s progressives outs Harper. Will NDP voters hold their noses and vote Liberal?

Jon Peter Christoff West Kelowna

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Weekend events were appreciated Dear Editor: A weekend has just passed and I wanted to take this opportunity to say that we live in one of the most wonderful places in the world.

On Saturday morning, I attended the fourth annual free pancake breakfast at Summerland Sweets.

Never having attended previously, I was amazed how

fortunate we are to have such a business in Summerland.

The owners and staff made us all feel so welcome and the opportunity to meet up with friends and neighbours made me feel so much a part of this community.

The breakfast was great and I wish to thank the Filek and Beulah families for

their generosity.

On Sunday morning after church, I stopped downtown and saw the Sunday market in full swing.

What a great idea!

Lots of people were out enjoying themselves and meeting again with friends and neighbours.

Vendors were selling their wares on the street and several storefronts were par-

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2016 PERMISSIVE TAX EXEMPTION 2016 Permissive Tax Exemption Applications are now available.

Every property owner in the province must pay property taxes unless specifically exempted by provincial statute. Statutory exemptions are listed in both the Community Charter and the Taxation Rural Area Act. These properties include, but are not limited to: • schools and universities; • public libraries; • places of public worship; and, • hospitals.

Under the Community Charter and the Local Government Act, local governments may grant permissive tax exemptions which exempt certain properties from taxation for a specified period of time. Generally, public parks owned and held by an athletic or service club, not-for-profit corporations, art galleries or museums owned by a charitable or philanthropic organization and property owned by a local authority receive permissive tax exemptions.

The deadline to have Permissive Tax Exemption Applications and all relevant supporting information submitted to the District of Summerland Municipal office is July 31st, 2015. The policy and qualifying information is available on our website or you can contact Renée Belyk, Deputy Chief Financial Officer, at (250) 404-4041 if you have any questions.

NOTICE OF LEASE In accordance with section 26 of the Community Charter, the District of Summerland gives notice that it intends to lease the approximately 4047 square metre portion of the land legally described as Lot A, Plan 6866, DL 474, ODYD, Lease Portion, shown outlined in thick black on the sketch plan below, to Rosa Pagliocchini, for a term of 5 years, beginning on July 1, 2015 and ending on June 30, 2020, for an annual rent of $120, plus all property taxes, parcel taxes, and irrigation charges. The land will be used exclusively for planting, maintaining and harvesting crops grown thereon.

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ticipating as well.

This is a welcome addition to Summerland and I look forward to its success throughout the summer.

I have been a resident of Summerland for over 40 years and throughout that time have never regretted our move from the East Coast.

Summerland is a special place with generous and friendly people and we should be proud of what we have.

Joan Hiele Summerland

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Mayor Peter Waterman presents a certificate to Jenny Reeve, who celebrated her 100th birthday on June 21. Behind Reeve is her daughter, Karen Coombe.

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Thank you to our volunteers who sustain our program.

Whether preparing meals, serving, cleaning, offering a friendly smile every morning, the dedication of our volunteers is truly a pillar on which the success of our program stands. Without all these people and their hard work, this program would not be what it is today.

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PUBLIC NOTICE ITEMS TO BE REMOVED FROM MUNICIPAL PROPERTY The District of Summerland gives notice to the owners of those items currently stored, abandoned, or otherwise left on the District-owned property located at 3801 Paradise Road that the District requires removal of all items no later than July 15, 2015. Individuals are required to provide the District with proof of ownership prior to removal, and may be required to sign a statutory declaration confirming ownership of each item removed.

Any items left on the subject property after July 15, 2015, may be removed, sold, or otherwise disposed of by the District without further notice.

Individuals are asked to contact Jeremy Denegar, Director of Corporate Services, by telephone at 250-4044046 or email at jdenegar@summerland.ca to arrange for entry on the subject property in order to carry out such removal. All removal is to be carried out at the expense of and at the sole risk of the owner of the item.

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Nesters Market has provided shoppers the opportunity for people to donate their grocery points towards Breakfast for Learning. We are able to use these points to buy food items for the program. If you would like to donate your points, please tell the cashier at the time of checkout. The points program gives shoppers an opportunity to participate, creating a community interest in a sense of supporting our local children. Thank you for caring about today’s children. Looking forward to seeing you all in September! If you would like to volunteer or be a sponsor, please call Valerie at 494-8567.

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Business provides good service Dear Editor: I would like to thank Big O Tires, Summerland for taking such good care of the mechanical needs and ongoing maintenance of our vehicles.

My primary contacts are Nick and Brian, whose friendly smiles are ever evident while they patiently answer all the questions of this layperson and explain all processes, procedures and requirements, occasionally with diagrams.

The breadth of my mechanical knowledge is encompassed by this statement: “Be sure to have a trustworthy,

honest and ethical mechanical shop staffed by excellent mechanics.”

In this modern world with our need to be sceptical and doubtful, it is reassuring to conduct business where scepticism and doubt can be put to rest.

Whenever I have need to visit Big O, Summerland, no matter how busy they are, whichever staff member assists me, they are always smiling, patient, friendly and congenial.

Stay forever thus and thank you for being there for us.

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CounCil reporT The regular meeting of municipal council was held on June 22 in council chambers. The mayor and all councillors were present.

Annual report accepted

The municipality’s 2014 annual report was accepted. The report had been distributed on June 8.

Stewardship agreements approved

Council entered into stewardship agreements, for the rocky mountain ridged mussel and the western screech owl.

The 2015-2019 agreements were proposed by the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations.

Community plan amendment read

The second reading of a bylaw amending the Official Community Plan bylaw was rescinded and an amended Official Community Plan bylaw was given second reading.

A public hearing on the bylaw will be held on Monday, July 27.

The changes affect the municipality’s Urban Growth Strategy.

Grant in aid funding approved

Municipal council approved grant in aid request from the Summerland Museum and Heritage Society and from the Summerland Minor Softball Association.

The museum will receive an addition $3,600 while the softball association will receive $500.

Financial statement approved

Council approved the municipality’s 2014 Statement of Financial Information for filing with the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development.

Transit agreement signed

The municipality agreed to the proposed annual operating agreement between Summerland, B.C. Transit and the Penticton and District Community Resources Society. The agreement extends from April 1 to March 31, 2016.

Barkwill appointed voting delegate

Coun. Richard Barkwill was appointed as voting delegate for the Annual General Meeting of the subscribers of the Municipal Insurance Association of B.C. The meeting will be held during the Union of B.C. Municipalities Convention in September.

Busking policy circulated

The municipality will circulate its draft policy for buskers and street performers for comments.

A final draft of the policy will then be presented to council for consideration.

Funding for health care

Linda Tollefson, right, vice-president of the Summerland Health-Care Auxiliary, presents a $100,000 cheque to Janice Perrino, left, of the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation and Lori Motluk of Interior Health at the auxiliary’s recent volunteer appreciation dinner. The money represents the first instalment of the auxiliary‘s $1-million pledge to the foundation’s $20-million campaign to supply the medical equipment for the new Patient Care Tower at Penticton Regional Hospital.

New boat

On Saturday June 13 the Survivorship Dragon Boat team unveiled the new design of their dragon boat. The reflective wrap was paid for thru the generosity of the team sponsor, David Prystay and the Lakeside Resort. The wrap was designed and applied to the boat by Sherwood Trophies. The boat was then taken out for a commemorative paddle to mark the 20th anniversary of breast cancer paddling. On that day in Vancouver 20 years ago 24 women who had been treated from breast cancer slipped into a dragon boat and together raised their paddles for the first time. This lively, vigorous sport has become a passion for those who have experienced this disease all around the world.

A picture is worth 1,000 words If a picture’s worth a thousand words, then a good story’s worth a million pictures.

Those of us who know Summerland know that we have a great story and it’s one that we want to share with visitors and locals alike.

The best way to do that is through great pictures.

Beautiful images do more than just inspire readers – they actually motivate them to action. So it stands to reason that strong imagery and good design are crucial components for our tourism content strategy.

Over the past three years Tourism Summerland, managed by the Summerland Chamber, has invested substantially in high quality, experience oriented images taken by exceptional local and regional photographers.

These photos are co-owned with the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) and are used locally in the Visitor Guide, on three Facebook pages, Pinterest and Instagram and for regional marketing purposes.

Through the year we develop a shot list of images that we need or wish we had.

That may be a family around a campfire or people boating, horseback riding, enjoying a game of golf or baseball, or friends touring a winery.

Then, come summer, we have a brief

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Christine petkau window of opportunity, sometimes only a day depending on models and photographers, when those images can be captured.

In one 12-hour span, hundreds of photos are taken and with model coordination, photo releases and determining all the best angles, etc., it can be a very busy day.

More work comes when the pictures are ready as each one has to be tagged with keywords.

That way, when we quickly need a photo of say, a family on a beach, the storage system will sort through thousands of pictures and display all that we have in the image bank that meet that criteria.

One of our challenges is finding models. Sometimes the photographers know people; other times we just get lucky in that there are people at the attraction who make a great photo.

That was the case with the cover of the 2015 Visitor Guide.

The young couple taking a selfie in front of the KVSR just happened to be riding the train that mor-

ning. The guide also included district staff and business members this year. Even some of our own children stepped in to model.

Would you like to be a model for our image bank? It’s important to us that our products reflect the demographic and cultural diversity that is found in our community so please

don’t be shy. It’s a fun way to spend an hour or two. In addition to photos of local attractions, etc, we will also be taking shots of multigenerational families this year as that is a growing trend in tourism. Please give us a call if you have a whole family who wants to volunteer or a family reunion planned. We’d love to

creating a forum for public debate.

hear from you.

We always appreciate your feedback.

Please contact me at cpetkau@summerlandchamber.com or our chamber president, Kelly Marshall, at president@summ e r l a n d c h a m b e r. com .

Christine Petkau is the executive director of the Summerland Chamber of Commerce.

Richard Rolke

Senior reporter and columnist at the Vernon Morning Star. A recipient of numerous community honours, he has been a respected voice in the North Okanagan for 25 years.

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But as the volume increases, the accuracy and reliability of professional journalism is essential.

Gathering and sorting the facts, weighing and interpreting events, and following the story from beginning to end is more important than ever.

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The Riemer family won the paper airplane contest at the Summerland Library on Saturday. The contest was part of Donuts With Dad, the library’s annual Father’s Day event. From left are Danai Riemer, eight; Luke Riemer; Teagan Riemer, three; Jada Riemer, four and Kasey Riemer, six.

More than100 people attended the event. The furthest flight this year was close to 40 metres.

Church holds fundraiser to assist hospitals in India An upcoming fundraiser will raise money to support Christian Medical College Hospitals in India.

Linnea Good, David Jonsson and their children Pat-

rick, Nicole and Isaac Jonsson-Good will return to the two hospitals later this year.

They will perform Christian music to support the health care professionals and students at the

DAiLy LunCh & DinneR SpeCiALS

The Summerland Legion is offering daily lunch and dinner specials as well as a regular menu.

Open at 11am, Monday to Friday.

Come join us today, because we are more than just beer!

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The family had first visited the hospitals in 2013.

Proceeds from the fundraising dinner will assist the family as they return.

Money above the travel costs will go towards replacing an old sound system at the hospital in Vellore in Tamil Nadu.

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Summer in Toyokoro Recently, we have definitely felt the coming effects of summer in Toyokoro.

The crops are growing very quickly; wheat, azuki (Japanese red bean), edamame, various potatoes, and, daikon are all being grown.

With a shrinking population of around 3,000 people and a growing population of about 10,000 cows, Toyokoro has definitely been busy bringing in the summer with farming.

Besides that, the summer festivals in Japan are just starting.

As everything is beginning in Toyokoro, it seems my time here is coming quickly to an end. Two years ago, I moved to Summerland’s Sister City, Toyokoro to teach English not knowing much about the town or Japan for that matter.

My image of Japan was electronics, robotics and the strange culture that seems to always make news back home in Canada.

But to my utter astonishment, those are only small things in a very ancient, unique culture, which only in the last

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Anna Marshall couple hundred years opened its borders to foreigners.

Because of that, Japan, in many ways, is a very untouched country. Since I’ve been in Japan I have tried many different things unknown in Canada; everything from (accidentally) eating anglerfish liver, to participating in tea ceremonies, to putting on heavy equipment to fight students with wooden swords (a Japanese sport called kendo.)

Since I’ve been here, I’ve also experienced three earthquakes and three typhoons.

All in all, it’s been two years filled with many new experiences. When I came here two years ago, not really knowing what to expect and not knowing any

Japanese, I was welcomed with open arms, and lots and lots of parties.

Every year, I can tell that the Sister City relationship here is becoming more important.

Now, not just the adults in Toyokoro know about the relationship, but the kids in the schools know Summerland, and are eager to tell me about a relative who has traveled there.

My one hope is for this to continue, and for students to have the opportunity to do this every year, as it completely opens up their world to a different view.

Thank you to everyone in Summerland for supporting this wonderful program. Since this is my last article, I want to say thank you everyone for reading my articles all this time!

Starting next month, a different assistant English teacher, Allyssa Hooper will take over teaching in Toyokoro. Thank you everyone and sayonara!

Anna Marshall is in Summerland’s sister city of Toyokoro, Japan as the assistant English teacher.

Church on Friday, July 3, beginning at 6 p.m.

Donovan Tildesley, a four-time paralympic swimmer, will be the guest speaker.

In addition, Nathan, Kristin, Josh and Tiana Kirkegaard of Ladner will join the Jonsson-Good family in music making.

The Kierkegaard family will join the Jonsson-Good family in India.

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Phone: 250.487.4400 Fax: 250.487.4405 Toll Free: 1.866.487.4402

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The Summerland Review office will be closed on Wednesday, July 1st to celebrate Canada Day. We will re-open on Thursday, July 2nd at 9am.

Please note the revised deadlines for the July 2nd Summerland Review: • Display ads must be booked by today (June 25) at noon • Classified ads must be booked by today (June 25) at 3:30pm.

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HAPPY CANADA DAY SUMMERLAND Bring your family and friends and join us on July 1st for the fun and festivities.

Take time to celebrate and be thankful for our great country.

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Flag raising

Lt.-Col. Harry Quarton, left, and Mike Brazeau of the Summerland Legion raised the flag during last year’s Canada Day celebrations.

The Summerland Legion has organized this year’s Canada Day activities, beginning with a flag raising ceremony in Memorial Park at 11 a.m. and continuing with music at Spirit Square later in the day.

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The Summerland Legion’s colour party participated in the flag raising ceremony.

Happy Canada Day! Canada Day. A time to celebrate our birthday. A time to be thankful for all who have gone before us, our seniors and our veterans.

They built the strong foundations for the blessings of the great nation which we embrace today.

Happy Birthday Canada

Dan Albas, MP

A show of national pride

Everett Miller waves flags during last year’s Canada Day celebrations. The Summerland Legion will have celebrations again this year on July 1. The flag raising will be held in Memorial Park at 11 a.m.

Entertainment will be at Spirit Square later in the day.

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Street banners on display You may have noticed some new splashes of colour around Summerland lately.

This year’s banner project had 49 kids and 15 adults take part in designing and painting banners to beautify the streets of Summerland.

The banner project started in 1998 at the request of the District of Summerland and is now in its 17th year.

Over the years participants have ranged in age from six to

more than 80 and have included novice artists as well as well-known artists in the area.

All banners are available for purchase by bid and if a banner is not bought it is saved to be hung up again the next year.

Bids start at $50 however families are able to purchase their child’s banner at cost if they do not go for full bid.

Our banners have been purchased from people visiting Summerland from around

the world. There are approximately 150 banners that can be found around downtown Summerland, along Prairie Valley road and along Lakeshore Drive in Lower town.

Location pamphlets, as well as the bid book, can be found at the Art Centre 9908 Main St. The Summerland Community Art Council would also like to wish the graduates of 2015 congratulations.

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Carmen McDowell lations to our very own 2014 Blossom Pageant Candidate Miss Summerland Community Arts Council — Jordan Bendixsen and musician extraordinaire’s from last year’s Wednesdays on the Water concert series Daniel Raitt and Rachael Smith.

“Life is a great big canvas, and you should throw all the paint you can on it.”

— Danny Kaye said.

“The greatest danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark.”

— Michelangelo.

“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together” —Vincent van Gogh.

And finally, never stop learning or trying new things.

“I am still learning.” — Michelangelo at age 87.

We are proud of all you have accomplished and look forward to seeing what you do next.

Don’t forget to register for the Summer Arts Program starting July 13.

Classes are filling up quickly.

We are still looking for Wednesdays on the Water sponsors. If you or your business would like to sponsor the summer concert series contact Carmen at 250-494-4494 or sap@summerlandarts.com.

Carmen McDowell is the Summer Arts Program coordinator with the Summerland Community Arts Council, P.O. Box 1217, 9908 Main St., Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z0.

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Josh Gibbings, a student at Giant’s Head Elementary School, writes letters with a quill pen during a pioneer day activity last week.

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Al-Anon offers help to families and friends of alcoholics. Summerland Serenity Group meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the United Church hall. Call 250-490-9272 for more information.

Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers meet at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre on Thursday evenings.

Beavers meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Cubs meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Scouts meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Venturers meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For details call Trent at 250494-1990.

Carpet bowling at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre is held every Thursday at 10 a.m. and every Sunday at 1:15 p.m.

Euchre is played every second and fourth Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Lyme Disease support group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. at Theo’s Restaurant in Penticton.

Everyone welcome.

Recreational volleyball for all. Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 10 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre. Contact Frank or Jane at 250494-4666.

S u m m e r l a n d Caregiver Support Group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Summerland Health Centre lower conference room. For more information call Cindy at 250-4047072.

Summerland Horseshoe Club is looking for new members.

Practices are held in Memorial Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Call Ron Moser at 250-4940450.

Summerland Material Girls Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from September to May at 9 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Cathy Patterson at 250-494-8274 or Annie Smirmaul at 250-4942286.

Summerland TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday at 5:30

p.m., lower floor of Summerland Seniors Centre. Now is the time to get in shape for the coming bathing suit season. For info call Vicki at 250-494-5484.

The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group meets on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the MS office, 3373 Skaha Rd., Penticton.

Everyone welcome.

For more information call Sherry at 250-4936564.

Friday

Bridge is played every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St. Phone 250-404-4562.

Cribbage is played every Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. The 890 Wing of the South Okanagan Air Force Association of Canada have a gettogether every Friday night from 4 p.m. at the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. in Penticton. New members are welcome.

For more information, phone Fred Monteith at 250-497-8490.

Saturday

Charity bottle drive at Summerland IGA each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds from the collections will go to support the Summerland Food Bank and Critteraid.

Cribbage Tournament Saturday, June 27 at 1 p.m. at the Summerland Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. The entry fee includes coffee, tea and goodies.

Saturday MidMonth Market and Vendor Showcase at Summerland United Church on, July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 12, Oct. 17, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 16 and Feb. 16.

The markets run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds will go to the church’s refugee sponsorship of a Syrian family.

Sunday

Vintage Car Club, South Okanagan Chapter, meets the last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Youth Centre on Peach Orchard Road. Anyone interested in vintage cars (those 25 years or older) is invited to attend. For more information on the club phone 250-494-5473.

Monday

Birthright, serving the South Okanagan, has Monday drop in from 10 a.m. to noon at 200 Bennett St. in Penticton.

This weekly program provides light snacks and an opportunity to build friendships, share life skills and participate in baby item swaps.

Please contact Sandy Mikkelsen at 250-4924901 for more information.

Dabber Bingo is played at the Senior Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St., every Monday at 1:30 p.m. 16 regular games, Lucky 7, Odd/Even, Bonanza.

Everyone is welcome.

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Okanagan Christian Men’s Choir. This nondenominational choir invites you to join us, have fun, sing unto the Lord and enjoy the fellowship of other singers. Mondays 7 to 9 p.m. at Summerland Baptist Church, Fireside Room. For more information contact Hans at 250-494-7127.

The South Okanagan Orchid Society meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Shatford Centre in Penticton. The group meets September to June. For more information, contact Joan at 250-494-4293.

The Summerland Crokinole Club meets Monday nights at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Summerland Seniors Centre.

Contact Darlene at 250-4949310.

Tuesday

Dementia Caregiver Support Group — Are you providing care or support for someone dealing with Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Please join us at our Summerland meeting to explore how we can assist you. The meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland IOOF Hall, 9536 Main St. Call Laurie Myres at 250-493-8182 or email lmyres@alzheimerbc. org.

M o t h e r- t o - m o t h e r breastfeeding support — the Penticton/ Summerland chapter of La Leche League Canada meets on the third and fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Please call 250-494-1894 or email pentictonlllc@ gmail.com for the location of the meeting. All mothers and babies are welcome. Find out more information visit www.

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Penticton Concert Band practices Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members welcome. Intermediate to advanced players.

Call Gerald at 250-8092087.

Quest Society of Summerland meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at 9700 Brown St. (Parkdale Place). For more information phone Marilyn Topham at 250-4946434 or Joan Lansdell at 778-476-0596. Email questsociety@shaw.ca.

South Okanagan Genealogical Society is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Penticton Library Museum building.

Contact Nola Reid at 250-492-0751.

Summerland Farmers Market at Memorial Park, Wharton Street, every Tuesday from May to October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information call Paul at 250494-0540.

Summerland Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Kiwanis Lodge on Quinpool at 6 p.m. New members are welcome. Contact Tom Jacques at 250494-4339.

Summerland VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) members and friends meet the second Tuesday of the month at Parkdale Lounge.

Tai chi at the Summerland Seniors’ Centre, Tuesdays at 9 a.m. for beginners, 10 a.m. for advanced, and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for beginner and intermediate. For more information call Nancy at 250-494-8902.

The Alzheimer Society of B.C. will hold a support group for caregivers and family members of those with Alzheimer Disease or other dementias, Tuesday, June 16 at 7 p.m. at the IOOF Hall, 9536 Main St., Summerland. For details about the meeting or information on Alzheimer Disease and other dementias, contact Laurie Myres at 250-493-8182.

The Mental Wellness Centre, Summerland Branch, will be open the first, third and fourth Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon at the Summerland United Church. Inquiries welcome.

The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group joins the Penticton MS Group every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for a coffee social at the Cherry

s Lane Mall Food Court.

Whist is played every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St.

Wednesday

Be.Free, a 12-step Christ-centred recovery program that is not addiction specific, meets every Wednesday at Summerland Alliance Church at 7 p.m. For more information contact the SAC office at 250-494-9975 and ask to speak to Pastor Rick.

Did you know Summerland has a Garden Club? Meetings are casual. Gardening experience varies. All gardeners are welcome. Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Jan Carlson at 250-4945112 for more information.

Summerland Art Club meets every Wednesday, September to June, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the lower level of the Summerland Library on Wharton Street.

Painters of all levels are welcome. Workshops available. For information call Mary at 250494-5851.

Summerland ATV Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland Library lower level. The club promotes responsible ridership including registration, insurance, safety certification and scheduled pleasure rides. Membership includes orchardists, farmers, ranchers and fun seekers of all ages including those with disabilities.

Summerland Scribes, a group for creative writers passionately engaged in works of fiction, creative nonfiction and playwriting, meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Summerland Arts Centre, 9533 Main St. Call John at 250494-0460.

Upcoming

Forty-year grad reunion for 1975 Summerland Secondary School graduates and teachers will be held at the Summerland Legion Friday, July 3 at 6 p.m.

For more information, Facebook Chuck Harper or Sheila Talling.

Monday, Wednesday and Friday of each week, Recope Society of Summerland offers medically supervised water therapy and land exercise programs helpful to clients with various medical conditions, such as joint

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A medical referral is required.

One-to-one dietitian and nurse appointments at Summerland Health Centre, 12815 Atkinson St., are available for people with diabetes or heart disease. The sessions can provide extra help with issues including learning about diabetes or heart health and how to manage the condition; understanding medication and starting or adjusting insulin; meter certification and how to use meter results; setting small, specific goals; tobacco dependence counselling and support in quitting; and solving problems with chronic conditions. To make an appointment call 250-770-3530 or 1-800-707-8550.

SADI Drop-In Program

Monday to Thursday 3 to 6 p.m. for students in Grades 6 to 12. Play pool, ping pong, chill out or chat.

The Penticton Writers and Publishers announces the Clem Battye Legacy Award Contest, open to creative writers and poets any age. Entries are limited to five doublespaced pages in Times New Roman font. Cost is $15 per entry (enter as often as you like with appropriate fee.)

First prize winner in each category is $200 and publication in the upcoming anthology of Okanagan Writers. Mail entry or entries (cheque or money order) to PWAP Clem Battye Legacy Award Contest, 4011 Finnerty Rd., Penticton, B.C., V2A 8W2. Visit penwriters. com or phone Yasmin at 250-492-0629 for details.

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Urchyshyn continues daily walks Carla McLeod Special to the Review

“I’m not the talkin’ type, I’m just the walkin’ type.” This is how Fred Urchyshyn describes himself. For years he has walked 10 kilometres every day and now at the age of 96, he is still walking, although only half that distance daily.

Fred and Alina Urchyshyn have lived in Summerland for the last 45 years.

Fred came to Canada from Ukraine when he was 11 years old.

He became a lumberjack and owned and operated a sawmill in Chisholm Alberta.

There, he built a logging camp for his crew of 30 men, constructing bunkhouses and cookhouses.

Although Fred moved to Summerland to retire, he used his experience and kept himself busy by building houses on the two lots he owned. He also built his own home, where he and Alina still live today.

“Then I got to the point that I was kind of getting slack, with not much to

In the garden

Fred and Alina Urchyshyn stand in their garden with a portion of the rock wall that Fred built in the background. At 96, Fred Urchyshyn continues his healthy lifestyle by walking each day.

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wanted me to join the Drop-In Centre, so I

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in his life that Fred began walking.

“I played snooker and crib and they got me to look after the coffee,” he said. “I walked up and down morning and afternoon to the DropIn. I’d go up in the morning, come home for lunch and turn around and go back up again.”

“Every day!” Alina exclaimed, quickly adding that she hadn’t minded at all.

Fred said that he felt the walking had kept him in shape. He had not been without injury over the years.

“I had a broken back while I was in the sawmill business,” he explained.

“As long as I worked it didn’t seem to bother me, but if I slacked off, then I had pain.”

He went on to explain that while he was building the rock wall at his Summerland home, he fell off of it, and landed on the cement driveway below.

“I broke my pelvis, my hip, my shoulder, all in one shot,” he said. “They didn’t figure I’d ever be walking again, but I fooled them. I’m a fast healer.”

Today Fred faces health problems too.

He needs a new valve in his heart, but is not able to undergo the surgery, so is on medication to help correct the problem.

“I’ve got a positive outlook,” Fred said.

“I don’t feel sorry for myself. Even if things are bad, they could be a lot worse.”

He and Alina have been together for 73 years and Fred explained that “If you get along well, it doesn’t seem that long. It’s been a happy life so far.”

Alina worries about Fred. “He disappears over this bank, pulling on those cedars or whatever and you never know what’s going to happen, but he figures he can do anything,” she said. “ He has a big garden too.

We do all of our own vegetables for the year.”

Caring for their home keeps Alina active as well. She also enjoys having other seniors over for afternoon tea on occasion and sharing her fresh raspberries with whoever may stop by.

The Urchyshyns

said they have wonderful, caring neighbours, who keep in touch and are always ready to lend a hand if need be.

Looking to the future…Fred intends to keep on walking, no matter what the risks.

“To tell you the truth, I’d rather keep walking and fall, than to sit in a chair,” he said. “ Now I walk five kilometres daily.

Every morning I go to the traffic circle, turn around and come back.”

He explained that he walks pretty slowly these days , because his legs are not as good as they use to be. It takes him twice as long to do his walk now, compared to before.

“At my age I could collapse at any moment, so I’m not looking for any long distance, but I am looking forward to walking for as long as I can.”

If you know a positive story about someone in our community, contact Carla McLeod at carlamcleod@shaw.ca or contact the Summerland Review newsroom at 250-494-5406.

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Summerland piano students hold benefit recital On Sunday June 14, the Summerland United Church host-

ed the piano students of Jean Boothe.

The benefit recital

for recent newcomers to Summerland, the Albetar family from Syria, showcased young pianists giving

their gift of music to those less fortunate.

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Summerland music students performed at a recent piano recital at Summerland United Church. In the back from left are instructor Jean Boothe, Natalie Tremblay, Cole Piche, Rachel Shanner, Cavan Slade, Noah Russill, Kayla Rogall and Ryann Buckingham. In front from left are Owen Moseley, Kieran Noseworthy, Kate Piche, Charlotte Stoll, Ava Stoll and Ada Nield.

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Statistics show need for water safety skills Last week, June 6 to 13, marked the national Water Safety Week campaign, led by the Canadian Red Cross to educate Canadians on how to stay safe around water and prevent drowning incidents.

The statistics are staggering and it really hits home when one third of the water related deaths last year in B.C. happened right here in the Okanagan/Similkameen area.

Out of the 67 drownings in B.C. last year, 22 of them were in the Okanagan/Similkameen.

Of those 22 deaths, 10 of them occurred in the Okanagan Lake, five in backyard pools, three in rivers, two in creeks, one in a bathtub and one in a drainage ditch.

Fifty-four per cent of drownings occur in July and August, which makes this awareness campaign so timely.

This week our children will be out of school and spending more time at the beach swimming, and in backyard, indoor and outdoor pools.

Sadly, I envision young children enjoying their day, and within seconds need-

ing help in the water, and if alert, close-athand adult supervision is not present, the unthinkable can and does happen.

The Canadian Red Cross states “A high percentage of these preventable waterrelated fatalities consist of young children, almost always due to lack of adequate supervision.”

The onus comes onto us, the adults, parents, caregivers to ensure we are doing our part to keep our children water safe.

Here are some of the suggestions Red Cross and the Lifesaving Society has to improve our fatalities and drownings: o Don’t be distracted by food, drink, conversation. o Never leave your children at the pool or beach unattended. o Designate an adult to provide constant, active supervision of the water and keep their eyes on the pool/beach.

Have a phone, reaching assist and a first aid kit pool side.

The Canadian Red Cross explains, “While you enjoy the summer months at cottages, lakes, and pools with your family, it’s important to keep these statistics and

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Joanne Malar safety tips in mind to ensure the safety of your children: o The absence of effective adult supervision is a factor in 75 per cent of deaths by drowning for children under the age of 10. Whether it’s in a pool, the bathtub, or the beach, children should always be actively supervised – even if they can swim. o Children aged one to four accounted for 42 per cent of fatalities involving backyard pools. o Above-ground backyard pools are especially dangerous for small children, and were associated with 38 per cent of all deaths by drowning in home pools involving children less than 10 years of age.

While the ability to swim is important, swimming skills

alone aren’t always enough to save a life.

Learning water safety is key to preventing an emergency in, on or around the water, and also teaches what to do if you find yourself in an emergency situation.

The Red Cross Swim program teaches both swimming skills, and water safety knowledge and skills – the most effective combination in preventing water– related injuries and fatalities.”

Visit www.redcross.ca.

Summerland Recreation is offering Red Cross Summer Swim Lessons for all ages and levels which includes boating safety, introduction to first aid and water rescue/survival.

Session I: July 6 to 17. Session 2: July 20 to 31. Session 3: Aug. 4 to 14. Session 4: Aug. 17 to 28.

Come into the Aquatic Centre to register or check out the Summerland brochure online at www. summerland.ca.

Joanne Malar is the program coordinator for Summerland Recreation, threetime Olympic swimmer, 2012 Olympic Commentator, kinesiologist and holistic nutritionist.

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June 18 On June 18, the Summerland Senior Ladies Golf Club played the Timbermart Tournament, a low net event.

Results: First Beryl McNeill, 71; second Kitty Porter, 72; third Gwen Redfern, 75; fourth Ellen Clay and Ruth Daviduk, 77; fifth Vijai Vaagen and Anka Manders, 78; sixth Pat Stohl, Liz Nisbet, Judy Statham, 79

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Softball champions

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Summerland Scorch U16C are District 9 softball champs. They were undefeated in the District Playdowns in Sicamous on the weekend, with wins against Penticton Power in the semi-final and Kelowna Angels in the gold medal final. The team has earned a spot in the Provincial Championships in Kamloops July 3 to 5. In the back row from left are coach Dave Martin, coach Gord Boothe, Hunter Dufty, Faith Steele, Lacey Blake, Nikki Blair, Sarah Beggs, Emily Wright, Victoria Webb-Boothe, Raina Whitfield, coach Kevin Willier and coach Mike Wright. In front from left are manager Heather Martin, Grace MacDonald, Layna Martin, Kaitlin Fortier, Katie Portman, Natsumi Kawabata and Gabby Joynt.

Summerland tennis teams excel at Greenwood Cup Summerland tennis teams placed highly at the 43rd annual Greenwood Cup, held June 20 and 21 at Lakeshore Racquets Club.

The men’s and ladies’ doubles tennis tournament attracted participants from Sal-

mon Arm to Oliver.

Local powerhouse Colleen Power and Dawn Richards won all their matches, dropping only one of eight sets, to claim the Ladies A title.

Karen Gallagher of Summerland was Ladies A runner-up

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The local fatherson team of Doug and Pierre Holmes went undefeated to win the Men’s B title, beating out teams from Penticton and Oliver.

In the Ladies B, Summerlanders Gail McAuliffe and Tricia Nowell placed second while Linda Elia and Patti Lukiv placed third.

The Racquets Club would like to thank Greenwood Forestry Products for its long-time support and sponsorship of the tournament.

Thanks also to SummerGate Winery and Saxon Estate Winery for their generous donation of the winners’ prizes.

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Ladies A: First Colleen Power (Summerland) and Dawn Richards (Summerland), second Karen Gallagher (Summerland) and Lesley

June 11 On June 11, the Summerland Senior Men’s Club held a gross/net scores event.

Alf Vaagen was the overall low gross winner with a 79 while Barry Wicker took low net honours with a fine 68. There were three deuces with Dave Carleton having two and Jim Donnelly with one.

First Flight: First low gross Alf Vaagen, 79; first low net Barry Wicker, 68; second low gross Greg Flook, 81; second low net Kelly Dunn, 69.

Second Flight: First low gross Frank Davie, 88; first low net Moe Mellow, 71; second low gross George Carswell, 94; second low net Stu Macaulay, 75 cb.

June 18 The Summerland Senior Men’s Club played a one gross/three net scores event on June 18.

Doug Steinke was the low gross winner with a 79 while Heinz Burki turned in an eight under 64 to take low net honours. Five players shared the deuce pot.

First Flight: First low gross Doug Steinke, 79; first low net Dave Carleton, 69; second low net Darrell Hrushka, 72; third low net Barry Wicker, 74.

Second Flight: First low gross Dennis Wright, 80; first low net Heinz Burki, 64; second low net Neville Crane, 69 cb; third low net Ken Bridgeman, 69.

Third Flight: First low gross Rick Condrashoff, 93; first low net Glen Phillips, 69; second low net Stu Scott, 71; third low net Wally Barton, 72.

Sumac Ridge Senior Men

The Sumac Ridge Golf Club Senior Men played on June 17.

Results: Low gross Wayne Symes, 35. Low net Dale Schatz, Bob Smyth, Maurice Wood, 32. Bird, Wayne Symes. Closest to pin, Dale Schatz. Longest putt, Fern Michaud.

Winning players

Summerland team Dawn Richards (left) and Colleen Power won all their matches to claim the Greenwood Cup Ladies A doubles title.

Bumby (Penticton), third Sharon Brownell (Penticton) and Mary Wu (Penticton) Ladies B: First Aileen Houston (Penticton) and Janice Taylor (Penticton), second Gail McAuliffe (Summerland) and Tricia Nowell (Summerland), third Linda Elia (Summerland) and Patti Lukiv (Summerland).

Men’s A: First Jim Kocsis (Penticton) and George Kocsis

(Armstrong), second West Martin-Patterson (Salmon Arm) and Joe McFadden (Vernon), third Norm Card (Oliver) and Alain Brunelle (Vernon).

Men’s B: First Pierre Holmes (Summerland) and Doug Holmes (Summerland), second Warren Belcher (Penticton) and Harry Gill (Penticton), third Baillie Stang (Penticton) and Brad Stang (Penticton).

Summerland Ladies Club

June 16 On June 16 the Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club competed in the Dot Foreman Low Net Tournament.

This tournament has been held in June every year since the inception of the club.

Results: First low net: Linda Brusee, 68, second Vijai Vaagan, 72 (by retrogression); third Julie Macaulay (by retrogression), 72; fourth Helen Benallick (by retrogression) 73 fifth Carol Mulligan (by retrogression), 73; sixth Pat Stohl (by retrogression), 73; seventh Norma Chambers (by retrogression), 74; eighth Pat Gartrell (by retrogression), 75; ninth Vi Ward (by retrogression), 75; 10th Ev Crane (by retrogression), 75.

Deuce Pot: Linda Brussee, two; Val Eibner, one; Ev Crane.

Hole Prizes: Closest to pin Doreen Butterwoth, Ev Crane.

Long Putt: Vijai Vaagen, Ev Crane.

Long Drive: Linda Brussee, Lynne Karaim.

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Kjorven: Otto Carl Kjorven passed away peacefully in Summerland, BC on June 16, 2015 at the age of 85 years. Remembered and sadly missed by his loving wife of 63 years Flo, son Cameron Kjorven of Summerland BC, daughters Barbara (Patrick) Crook of Mackenzie BC, Carla (Wally) Kirkpatrick of Mackenzie BC, 7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 12 nieces and nephews, and sister Clara Lopeter of Valemount BC. Otto was sadly predeceased by son Clifford “Carl” Kjorven, sister Hazel Thompson and brothers Hans and Lloyd Kjorven. Otto was a farmer who enjoyed his joke telling and entertaining musically. He loved participating in sports and fishing. Otto was a member of the Lion’s Club for 38 years and was well known for his love of family and friends.

Celebration of Otto’s life will take place on Saturday, July 4th, 2015 at 11:00 AM from St. John’s Lutheran Church, 15244 N. Victoria Road, Summerland BC with Pastor Michael Colbeck officiating. Memorial Tributes may be made in Otto’s honour to St. John’s Lutheran Church 15244 N. Victoria Road, Summerland BC V0H 1Z0.

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PALMER, DAVID WALTER April 21, 1946 to June 16, 2015

We are saddened to announce the passing of our father and best friend on the morning of June 16, 2015, surrounded by loved ones. He is already deeply missed and his memory and legacy lives on in his children, grandchildren, family, and the many friends he made along the way.

David was born and raised in Penticton/ Naramata and eventually moved to Summerland, where he settled in Garnett Valley with his then wife Linda and raised their 2 children. He was an electrician by trade, and got his start in the early years with Betts Electric. He went on to own a local electrical company in Summerland “D.W.Palmer Electric” which earned him his nickname “D-Dub”. He was also a member of the Summerland Kinsmen Club, where he met many wonderful people while living in Summerland. He eventually made his way around the world working in several different countries, where he made some great friends. He lived in Texas for several years and eventually made his way back to Ontario where he built his home and was to retire.

Our father was loyal, hard-working, a hot rod builder, trouble shooter, master electrician, teacher, mentor, boy scout leader, disciplinary, fixer of things, hard working, provider, brother, friend, husband, roll model, and mostly unstoppable.

He will be missed by his children Lisa Palmer (David MacCoubrey), Michael Palmer, (Dr. Mateya Trinkaus), grandchildren Shayla and Matthew. Brother, Jerry Barber, Sister Kathy Rezansoff, several nieces and nephews and extended family members. Predeceased by his mother and father, Elizabeth and Walter Palmer, his sister Dorothy Rispin, and brothers Casper Barber and Bill Barber.

No funeral by request. A small local gathering will be held at a later date to celebrate all he was.

BANKS, LOIS ISABEL

Born 17 October 1930, passed away 19 June 2015 in Penticton Regional Hospital. Beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother; friend of dogs and cats everywhere. Predeceased by her parents, George and Rosalind Dunn, sister Dianne Dunn (James Sauer) and husband John.

Survived by daughters Susan Dicken (Gary) of Naramata, BC, Nancy Banks (Manon Noel de Tilly) of Ottawa, Ontario, and granddaughter Emily Sederstrom (Kevin) of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Lois was born and grew up in mining camps in northern Ontario and Quebec and attended Branksome Hall in Toronto, where she was a prefect. She lived in Kirkland Lake, Ontario, where she married John. They lived in various cities across Canada and she made many friends wherever they went. She was active in the Variety Club (later Variety) and served in a number of roles. Lois extended her love of dogs to breeding and showing Chocolate Labs. Following John’s passing, she moved to the Okanagan Valley where she continued to make friends. Lois was always interested in people, politics, and world events; a voracious reader, activist, and prankster. She loved to dance, was an enthusiastic traveller and reluctant camper. Special thanks to the staff at Penticton Regional Hospital for their extraordinary compassion and kindness. Lois loved well, and was well loved.

A memorial service will be held Friday, 26 June 2015 at 1:30 pm at Providence Funeral Home, 1258 Main Street, Penticton, BC.

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- Trout Creek - Prairie Valley For more info please call 250-492-0444 Ext: 219 or 205 or email:

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Hot Tub Essentials is looking for a full time shipper/customer service rep. Applicant must be hard working, willing to learn, and able to lift 50 lbs. Computer skills required. Drop off resume at #12-7519 Prairie Valley Road, Summerland.

Medical/Dental

Stand up. Be heard. Get help.

Help Wanted

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By shopping local you support local people.

Merchandise for Sale

Trades, Technical

Landscaping

Misc. for Sale

Emerald Cedars: Direct from Okanagan Grower, acclimatized for this area. 4ft tall - 10 for $200. 5ft - 10 for $250. 6 ft 10 for $350. Delivery & planting available. Call George at Budget Nurseries 250-4982189.georgedemelo@mail.com Screened Topsoil $25 yard. 6 yard minimum for free delivery. Dave Knight Trucking. 250-490-7652.

SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

Services

Financial Services GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts.

We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

Looking For A ‘Girl Saturday’ Do you: Have a fun, patient personality?

Dress neatly?

Great telephone manner?

Some OCD tendencies?

We need you for one day a week and some vacation relief!

Interested? (We can be a lot of fun!)

Bring yourself and your resumé to Ryan or Sue Eden, Royal LePage Parkside 9925 Main St, Summerland. No calls please.

Services

EXPERIENCED POWERSPORT Mechanic required in Whitehorse, Yukon for ATV, snowmobiles, marine, etc.

Let’s Talk! $25.00 + per hour DOE. Contact Chris, 867-6332627, www.checkeredflag recreation.com or email: checkeredflag@northwestel.net

Help Wanted

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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Employment

Handypersons Bill’s Handyman Service. “No Job Too Small” Fencing, Decks, Landscaping, Cleanup & Removal, Small moves. 250-494-7267 Summerland

Home Improvements FULL SERVICE plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928

SERVICE & PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY Summerland's Only Local Flower Shop.

Painting & Decorating WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM

(1) 250-899-3163

3 Rooms For $299 2 Coats Any Colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

Pets & Livestock

Pet Services Dog sitter wanted. phone 250-494-9885.

Please

WWW.TCAUTOSALES.CA

250-494-7755

Highway 97, Summerland WE DO IN HOUSE FINANCING

www.martinstflowers.com SUMMERLAND

#3-13604 Victoria Rd. N. in the Sungate Plaza

250-494-5432 or 1-877-494-5432

STEEL BUILDINGS. “Our big 35th anniversary sale” 20x20 $4500. 25x24 $5198. 30x30 $7449. 32x36 $8427. 40x46 $12140. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca

Misc. Wanted We pay cash! Bring in your unwanted jewelry, gold dental crowns, silverware, war medals, Canadian and US silver coins to Summerland Gold and Silver Exchange. 13209 Victoria Road. Locally owned and operated. 778-516-5888.

Merchandise for Sale

Musical Instruments

Appliances

GUITAR & UKULELE NS LESSONS

NEW & REBUILT APPLIANCES

HUGE SELECTION - LOWEST PRICES Rebuilt Appliances with Full Warranties

WASHERS from $299 WASHER/DRYER sets from $449 FRIDGES from $299 RANGES Ask about our from $299 6 month buyback

493-3011

492-7236

#180-1652 Fairview Rd

(across from Home Hardware)

Firearms WANTED: FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military.

We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1-866-960-0045 website: www.dollars4guns.com.

Free Items DEALER #30216

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

To give away - 3 electric lawn mowers. Also, wooden upright spindles from stairwell, including 2 newel posts. Phone 250-494-8010.

summerlandsounds.com

Summerland Sounds

250-494-8323

Fight Back.

Volunteer your time, energy and skills today.

Fruit & Vegetables U-Pick strawberries, Summerland Strawberry Farm, 10002 Haddrell Ave. $1.55/lb. Phone 250-494-7373 for picking times.

Garage Sales Multi family yard sale, Sat, June 27, 7am to noon at Summokan Mobile Home Park, 8712 Steuart Street.

YARD SALE 9719 Sargeant Street, Summerland, Fri., June 26 (noon-4pm), Sat., June 27 (9am-4pm) Everything must go. Antiques, furniture, household goods, clothing, etc.

QUALITY residential/commercial storage, Professional Wine Vaults, rates from $15.00/month 250-494-5444 • 9400 Cedar Ave. www.aaministoragewinecellar.com

See our daily specials and our entire menu online at www.yakispizza.com

AUTO DETAILING

Beginner Adult and Senior Piano Program Joanna Hibberd Licensed EPS Instructor 250-494-7892 www.joannahibberd.com

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250 494 0250

Heavy Duty Machinery A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200DMG.Huge freezers.

Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Auto Services

FRE AND E PICK DEL -UP IVER Y

cARS TRUCKS BOATS RV'S + MORE

6900 Hespeler Road

Summerland residents turn to the pages of this paper to find professional and reliable local companies and service providers. To add it to your marketing mix, call 250-494-5406

Auto Services

Valley West

AUTOMOTIVE LTD. • Volkswagen, Audi & Import Repair Specialists • Auto Sales • Used VW Auto Parts

DL#11162

9203 James Avenue

250-494-0010 www.valleywestautomotive.ca

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LARRY YOUNG ROYAL LePAGE PARKSIDE REALTY 250-494-0505

13018 SINCLAIR ROAD • • • •

Nice bungalow with bdrm up Family Room 3rd bdrm down Nice yard, room for RV’s Popular residential area

www.summerlandproperty.com

D L O S

Info and photos at www.larryanddonna.com

$189,900

• 2 bedroom townhouse • Hardwood floors, 2 bath • Close to downtown

$369,000

MLS®

#106 SUMAC RIDGE DRIVE • Bordering Sumac Ridge Golf and Winery • 3+1 bdrms, lovely kitchen • Large decks, walkout lower floor • Gorgeous views from here!

Info and photos at www.larryanddonna.com

$439,000

MLS®

MLS®

12-10907 Jubilee Road W.

$899,000

PRICIEON! T D RE UC

MLS®

• Beautifully Updated Farmhouse With All the Modern Touches • Over 18 Acres • Detached In-Law Suite, Garage and Office

21018 Garnet Valley Rd.

$349,900

MLS®

• 3 Bedroom Character Home • Steps from downtown • Amazing Yard!

10513 Elliott Street

Looking for your perfect home?

Call one of these professional REALTORS.

MLS®

MLS®

Sumac ridge

TrOuT creeK

•2 bedroom plus den, 2.5 baths • Versatile comfortable design • Spacious master suite • Private setting • Nestled along golf course

• 4 Bedrooms, 3 bath .22 Acre • High end craftsmanship • State of the art appliances • Great room with indoor/outdoor fireplace • Legal suite with triple garage

$289,900

$895,000 ROYAL LEPAGE PARKSIDE REALTY 9925 MAIN ST SUMMERLAND BC 250-494-0505

LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WITH CREATIVE IDEAS!!

$159,000

• Large flat lot with services nearby • Close to town but with a country feel • Build on your own timeline • Beach, Golf course, wineries nearby

MLS® Call Bryan at 250-490-5948 www.homefore-u.ca

WELCOME HOME!

$539,900

• 3 bed (could be 4) 2.5 bath family home • Open concept, solid oak hardwood floors • Fabulous deck, fully fenced, landscaped • Detached garage has 220 service & RV outlet • Perfect place to call home!

MLS®

Call Leona at 250-460-0964 lhopman@telus.net

LEONA HOPMAN 250-460-0964 lhopman@telus.net

250-494-2181 13219 Victoria Road North, Summerland

BRYAN HART 250-490-5948 www.homesfore-u.ca bryanhart@shaw.ca

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FRESH PEACHES & CREAM CORN ON THE COB

FRESH WHOLE WATERMELON

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2.69/100g FRESH STRAWBERRIES

from California 454g weather permitting

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