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A group of retail liquor store owners would like to see the City of Penticton create a bylaw to prevent liquor stores from opening up within a kilometre of each other.

The B.C. liquor distribution act already contains a similar provision, but that won’t apply to new licences being created to allow grocery stores to sell B.C. wines, according to Lee Keller of the Cherry Lane Liquor Store.

Keller, along with Jim Larocque from Fairview Liquor Store and Jeff Leonard from Government Street liquor store, painted a dire picture of the consequences of the province’s plan to licence select grocery stores.

Keller said it could affect not only the independent liquor stores, but wineries and the area’s burgeoning craft breweries and distilleries.

The problem, according to Keller, is that once grocery stores have B.C. wines on their shelves, other wine growing regions like California or Argentina could invoke international trade agreements to force their products on the shelves as well.

“These new licences will, in time, have beer in them. Again, NAFTA and GATT kick in and we have world beers in here and you have created a brand new liquor store,” said Keller.

In Keller’s scenario, it would fail to generate a larger market for local products and create more competition for existing stores.

“It could be right next door, in the parking lot, to a private store we have invested in. The competition is already tough so we are asking that the city of Penticton has a bylaw that says one-kilometre rule for all liquor retail stores,” said Keller.

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support to a grocery store licence that would conflict with an existing outlet. Kamloops and Vancouver have already introduced their own bylaws.

At it’s worst, Keller said Penticton could lose nine small businesses, and about 90 full time jobs.

“We are only one little part of this, and there are other repercussions if the ball starts going downhill,” said Keller, explaining that local wineries could be affected by the loss of a distribution channel.

Ron Dyck, co-owner of The Cannery Brewing Company, would also like to see the city bring in the new bylaw — he’d rather see control of licencing allocations controlled by the city rather than the provincial government.

“I would suggest that would probably be the safest way to go,” said Dyck. “Really, no one understands what the implication of this is, but if you have the control, then in the City of Penticton, you can either say yes or no.”

Council didn’t make any decision this week, but decided to have staff investigate the issue. Jakubeit said they needed more clarity on the issue, and whether or not the city could legally create such a rule.

“Certainly we do have a boutique industry here and we need to be mindful of that,” said Jakubeit. “We’re a little different from some other regions in the province. We have 200 wineries within an hour.”

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Petition presented to slow down traffic Steve Kidd

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James Palanio, representing the residents of Lee Avenue, presented city council with a petition requesting the city take action to slow down traffic through the residential neighbourhood.

Palanio said the road, near Skaha Lake Park, is often used by drivers as a shortcut between South Main Street and Skaha Lake Road, by both tourists and locals, including heavy vehicles.

“It creates a very dangerous situation for the residents and pedestrians,” said Palanio. “It took me quite a while to get all the signatures, because everyone had a story about close calls.”

Council asked city staff to come back for options for consideration in the 2016 budget process later this year.

Walking the pier

Council directed staff to complete the concept designs for an update to the Kiwanis Pier Park and walkway, working in conjunction with CTQ Consultants, a Kelowna engineering, planning and design firm.

Both of CTQ’s preliminary concepts include a plaza area, shelters and concrete stairs down to the water. The first design includes a viewing tower built at the end of the pier and wind sculptures, while the second design leaves the pier untouched but adds docking and a public art/viewing platform.

Director of Operation Mitch Moroziuk said they are also taking into account entrepreneur Andy Schwab’s long-delayed plans to establish a new home for the Fintry Queen next to the walking pier.

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RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in determining how a man in his 70s was injured downtown early Saturday morning.

The man, who received injuries to his face, was found at approximately 4:30 a.m. on Sept. 5 at the intersection of Nanaimo Avenue and Main Street. He is yet to recover from his injuries and remains at the Penticton Regional Hospital.

Cpl. Brian Evans said the victim in this case is well known in the downtown core as someone who frequents the Nanaimo Square area. He is described as being in his late 70s with a thinning tray ponytail and is almost always seen pushing a large black cart filled with his effects.

Police are looking for anyone who may be able to help determine what happened to this man. If you have any information or witnessed anything suspicious the morning of Sept. 5 please contact the Penticton RCMP at 250-492-4300 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Sgt. StePhane Lacroix of the Summerland rcMP paid a visit recently to Miranda Mezzatesta and her 18-month-old son grayson Dowling. the cops for Kids program helped Miranda and her family after grayson was born prematurely. the annual cops for Kids fundraising ride began Sept. 11.

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Cops intervention save kids life Mark Brett

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Little Grayson Dowling came into the world weighing just 19 ounces and a poor prognosis for survival.

However, his mother Miranda Mezzatesta was not about to give up on her little boy knowing in her heart if she could just be with him during this critical time in his life it could make all the difference.

Without the financial resources the family, living in Princeton at the time, could not afford for her to be in Vancouver for an extended stay.

It was then the Cops for Kids program intervened and paid her accommodation costs at Ronald McDonald House while Grayson was in the hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit.

“They (Cops for Kids) will never know how much that

means to my family and to me.

I fully believe that me being able to stay at Grayson’s side was one of the main reasons he is here today,” said Mezzatesta. “They helped me save my child’s life.

“I like to think that me being there let him know that there was something worth staying for, worth fighting for. I could never say or do anything that would be adequate enough to thank the Cops for Kids ever, it really means the world to me.”

Over the years Cops for Kids has helped many children in medical or traumatic crisis and continues to so throughout the region.

Grayson, who is now 18 months old and still requires medical equipment to help breath, was born at 27 weeks but due to another problem was less developed than he should have been for his age.

Doctors warned Mezzatesta

throughout the pregnancy the child might not survive which only added to the stress the family was experiencing.

“It’s devastating, it’s heart wrenching. It’s the worst feeling in the world but when he came out, he came out crying and that was the best sign ever, it was a huge, huge relief to hear that tiny little kitten meow of a cry,” she said.

According to the mother, her son was the third or fourth smallest surviving child the hospital had ever seen.

The family has since moved to Summerland to be closer to a higher level of medical care for Grayson.

Mezzatesta and Grayson have also since had a chance to thank the Cops program in person during a recent fundraiser.

“They saw Grayson there and they saw how big he was and all the machines and stuff that he is hooked up to and

needs,” she said. “Most people look at the machines and that’s all they see but these people looked past all that and saw the child behind it all.

“I told them about a bit of his journey and how small he was and everything he had to fight through to be where he is today, they were in shock.”

If possible the family will be greeting the Cops for Kids cyclists when they come to the Summerland RCMP detachment at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 11 as part of their annual 10-day fundraising ride throughout southeastern B.C. They will also be stopping at the Wine Country Info Centre in Penticton at 3:30 p.m. on the same day.

“There is just no way to put a value and what they have done for us, it is truly priceless and they deserve all the support we can give them,” said Mezzatesta.

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A Penticton man considered a “career criminal” received a two-year sentence for assaulting a woman while trying to collect a drug debt.

Michael Gaines will remain in jail for 350 days after receiving credit for the 17 months he served while awaiting trial. He pleaded guilty to break and enter, uttering threats and assault.

Crown counsel Kurt Froehlich told the court that Gaines broke into a residence on March 8, 2014, where the victim who owed him $100 for methamphetamine lived with her 80 year old mother.

Gaines pushed his way through the front door, grabbed the woman by her hair and dragged her around the house. He also threatened to injure or slit her throat if she made any noise.

“These are serious offences for someone who has a horrendous criminal record, to be quite frank,”

said Justice Alison Beames.

A trial was scheduled to be held in Penticton Supreme Court on Monday, but Gaines pleaded guilty to the three charges the day prior. Crown counsel and defence, in a joint submission, both agreed charges of sexual assault and two counts of robbery would be stayed because of challenges the Crown would have in proving the allegations.

Although there was no victim impact statement from the woman (whose name is being withheld because of the sexual assault charge), Froehlich said her statements to the police detail that she was left traumatized by the incident, “destroying her feeling of safety.”

During the sentencing the court heard Gaines has a total of 34 prior convictions including robbery, unlawful confinement and assault with a firearm. Gaines was also on probation when he committed the offences before the court.

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Back to school means road safety for all It’s that time of year again – when we all need to be extra cautious in school zones.

Driving routes with less traffic in the summer may now face congestion, so give yourself extra time to get to your destination. Take your time and don’t rush – especially through intersections. Look for children especially near or around crosswalks and intersections, and always yield to pedestrians. Plan ahead and be alert.

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Gaines is a father of four that had a turbulent upbringing, including being estranged from his whole family who are dealing with substance abuse. He said Gaines was involved in the drug trade, but alcohol was his issue. Speaking on behalf of his client, Dieno said the man is tired of living a criminal lifestyle and realizes if he was found guilty of all the charges put before the court it would have meant a very serious jail sentence.

He explained that Gaines had been drinking heavily at a nightclub leading up to the assault and his intoxication led to the “foolish, stupid decision to go collect on a drug debt.”

“He has had a very good record in custody. When he is not under the influence he is very polite, very sociable and a very respected individual,” said Dieno.

Gaines was also ordered two years probation with conditions including no contact with the victim and to abstain from the use of alcohol.

A prolific offender wanted on a Canada-wide warrant was arrested in Oliver Sept. 9 by members of the Penticton RCMP Drug Task Force and Oliver RCMP. Marcus Wilfred Sheena, 30, was wanted for breach or probation of a two-year sentence for his part in an attack on two males on Sept. 17, 2011.

According to Cpl. Don Wrigglesworth of the Penticton RCMP, in that incident Sheena and a female accomplice approached the victims who were sitting in a garage.

Sheena, who has a lengthy criminal history of over 25 convictions as an adult, hit the one man in the stomach with a ball peen hammer and struck the

school zone speed limit is in effect from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every school day, unless otherwise posted. Remember that vehicles approaching from both directions must stop for school buses when their lights are flashing.

When dropping off children in a school zone, stop and allow them to exit onto the sidewalk side of the car. Never allow a child to cross mid-block.

Look for children at crosswalks. If a vehicle is stopped in front of you or in the lane next to you, they may be yielding for a pedestrian,

other person in the head and neck with the hammer when he tried to help the first victim. The second man was also stabbed in the neck by Sheena who pushed the victim to the ground and out of the garage while the female choked the first man until unconscious.

The second man managed to escape and called 911. Sheena was later arrested after his DNA was identified on a cigarette.

Both victims suffered significant physical and psychological harm and the sentencing judge noted one of the men received life-threatening injuries and was fortunate to have survived.

Sheena’s other convictions included; robbery, breach of trust, property crimes, obstruction, assault and drug offences.

so be prepared to stop. Always yield to pedestrians – it’s the law.

McLaren Arena Skate Patrol/Cashier The City of Penticton has vacancies for persons to work at McLaren Arena, performing ice patrol duties and/or cashier duties. The successful applicants will have: • Strong Customer Service Skills • A friendly personality and a proven talent for dealing with people • The ability to deal firmly with patrons if required

• The ability to work with cash • The ability to skate and be physically fit • A commitment to punctuality and being on time • A current First Aid Certificate The wage for this position is $13.00 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits. The application deadline is Sept. 25, 2015.

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Constituents living in the South Okanagan-West Kootenay could be sending a first-time MP to Ottawa in October, and the rookie wearing the red will be Connie Denesiuk – a successful entrepreneur; a school board veteran and a graduate of Pen High.

She was able to leave high school with more than a diploma. “(My husband) Bob and I are high school sweethearts,” she said. “I first laid my eyes on him when he had an exhibit in the science fair which was at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, which was called the Peach Bowl at the time.”

Adulthood was off to a quick start for Denesiuk. After graduating in 1976, she and Bob were married in 1977, and had their first child in 1979. The following year in 1980, the couple founded their own business — R Denesiuk Construction, and it’s still going strong.

Now after 38 years of marriage, the Denesiuks have four grown children and three grandchildren.

And amid the balance of parenthood and the family business, Denesiuk began serving on the school board in 1992, and later leaped from that role into provincial and federal positions, becoming the president of the B.C. School Trustees Association and served for three years.

“That position allowed me to travel through the province, and I got a much better understanding of many communities in B.C.” Her next role was with the Canadian School Board Association where she served as a director for another three years. If she’s elected in October, it won’t be the first time she’s made a dif-

ference in Ottawa.

“As a director on the Canadian School Board Association, I went to the parliament buildings to lobby MPs to make changes in legislation in order to better meet the needs of students.”

She continues to lend a hand in education through her role as a member of the Board of Governors at Okanagan College.

While serving both the private and public interests of the South Okanagan — and before deciding to enter federal politics — Denesiuk kept an open mind while carefully reviewing the platforms of each national party.

“It became very clear to me that the party that matches my values is the federal Liberal Party — creating policies that are based on sound evidence is critical to me.”

She said that sense of pragmatism is what kept her business afloat for 35 years.

“We’ve seen difficult times in business and we’ve seen better times, but what’s most important is having good business sense, and beyond that is knowing when it’s time to invest.”

Much like the promise made

by Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau to spend $125 billion in new infrastructure over the next 10 years if they win, Denesiuk believes capital investment to be a crucial part of progression.

“It was tough deciding to invest in equipment when we were going through leaner times, but that equipment helped us to actually weather through the financial storm. And that is exactly what the Liberals are going to do, we’re in a recession right now, we need to jumpstart our economy. One way of doing that is by investing in infrastructure.”

Denesiuk said more federal incentives should be in place to

encourage Canadians to build green, and on a larger scale.

“We know there have been programs in the past; rebates for certain appliances or windows – but I’m taking about bigger, cutting-edge technologies.”

Although R. Denesiuk Construction offers many ecologically-friendly solutions, Denesiuk said many customers have had to pass on certain initiatives because adequate incentives were not in place. She feels that Canadians have become more divided over the past 10 years, and said a politically-balanced approach is what’s needed.

“The Liberal Party is not right and it’s not left — it brings people together.”

When Denesiuk’s not busy, which is very rare during an election campaign, she and her husband are avid outdoors people and they especially love kayaking. Denesiuk also enjoys spending time with her sister who lives in Okanagan Falls.

Volunteers are needed in 3 elementary schools for this worthwhile school breakfast program which operates 5 days a week during the school year.

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A photo worth a thousand words

Last week, a single photo changed the nature of the debate in the Canadian federal election putting compassion on the same level as the economy and jobs.

The photo was of three-year-old Alan Kurdi, who died on a Turkish beach along with his brother and mother, while fleeing the crisis in Syria.

Had things gone otherwise, Alan might have eventually made his way to Canada, even to B.C., where his aunt currently resides. Instead, he became one of the thousands who have died in a similar fashion in recent days.

Had Alan and his family members survived, they would have still faced a tough journey making it to Canada, given the limited number of refugees we are accepting from the Syrian crisis.

Could we absorb more refugees, even the 100,000 suggested by Senator Pat Carney? Sure, why should we be taking any refugees? Two reasons: compassion and responsibility.

Compassion, because these are our fellow human beings and need our aid. As simple as that.

And responsibility, because though Canada has joined the fight against ISIS, the Western world helped create the conditions for the fundamentalist, terrorist organization to thrive in the first place, through centuries of ongoing interference in the Middle East and failed attempts to control the region.

Make no mistake, ISIS is an evil the world needs to join together to deal with. But the violence of war, in the long run, is not a solution to the problems plaguing the Middle East. There are no easy answers for that.

But we can ensure that compassion is a part of our efforts to deal with the current crisis. Along PENTICTON WESTERN with peacekeeping, compassion was once one of Canada’s strengths. But somehow, over the years, we seem to have lost our way.

It’s something to think about as you consider who you will vote for. Whoever we send to Ottawa this October, let’s send someone who values the Canadian dream of creating a truly just society.

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The gray side of online shopping

I wish I had read then what I know now ...

For one thing I would have been much more secure financially and to a lesser degree maritally after my initial (and no doubt last) venture through the electronic aisles of online shopping.

In this virtual retailing experience at a New York City camera store I later found out my cart had literally runneth over with items I didn’t order and upgrades to the ones I did.

How this happened was, after submitting my order to the company, the next day I received a phone call from an employee under the guise of “confirmation” which translated means sales.

Needless to say the invoice was significantly higher than what I initially ordered.

That included hundreds of dollars for something called “expedited processing” which the employee was unable to break down for me.

At first I tried to cancel, however the items were already packed and on their way and if returned would cost me hundreds of dollars in restocking fees for nothing.

After a number of phone calls, email threats and counter threats, the salesman, who

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At this point (way too late) with help from my co-worker Steve, I began doing some background checks on this particular business and much to my dismay I learned I was not the only victim of this type of sales scam.

Those searches and what I found should have been required reading before shopping but the damage was done, time to move on.

So now the waiting game for the package to arrive by standard shipping which for those

unfamiliar to the term is what is known as the scenic route.

And when this courier service says it will take 10 days then damn it, it’s going to take 10 days.

Enjoy the ride.

In this part of the process I picture a blindfolded dispatcher in front a large map of the United States tossing darts at random to determine the routing.

Watching the tracking online, the goods leave New York then on to New Jersey, Kansas, Colorado, Utah, Idaho and then the ever-popular destination of Hermiston, Ore. Those not familiar with Hermiston will be interested to know it was where Lewis and Clark discovered the area’s first landmark in the 1800s. It is called Hat Rock, aptly named because it is a large rock in the shape of a hat. I’m sure there is a café there by the same name and if not there should be.

Wikipedia lists Tucker Bounds as the town’s “notable person.”

But enough fun, our truck is waiting and it’s time to get back on the road again. Next stop, Redmond, Wa. From there it’s across the border to Richmond then to Kelowna and with a couple

more hiccups finally into my waiting arms.

It’s Christmas morning all over again, just not the ones you like to relive.

Remember the new toy you took out of the box that didn’t work?

No problem, I can just return the item for a refund or exchange.

Not so fast.

More reading that should have been done beforehand, the policy which states there is a 10-day return/refund, however that doesn’t apply to in-store or mail-order purchases in other words, everything.

As well, the product is what I find out is “grey market” (read up on this) and does not come with a warranty.

More phone calls and eventually the salesman agrees to ship another product item, I think mostly out of fear of having deal with the pit bull.

So now as I watch the routing and re-routing of my package once again and with some time to kill, I decide to catch up on some reading, hmmm, this looks like a good one, Shopping Online for Dummies.

I’m sure it will fit the bill.

Mark Brett is a reporter/ photographer for the Penticton Western News.

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Think about expanded parkland As I take my daily summer walk along Skaha Lake Beach Park I am amused to see signs within the properties on South Beach Drive proclaiming ‘Save Skaha Park,’ ‘No Waterslides in Skaha Park’ and ‘Protect Skaha Park.’

I find this to be a tad disingenuous and maybe even a conflict of interest.

Despite a recent suspicious proposal to create a multi-family development there, those beachfront houses along South Beach Drive are still designated

as Parks properties and destined to be bought by the city someday to ‘expand’ Skaha Lake Beach Park. Correct?

I have been vacationing here every summer for 40 years both as a visiting tourist and now as a taxpaying seasonal resident. As a supporter of the complete Trio Marine Group proposal to renovate the Skaha Marina area, I would like to point out that the City of Penticton’s ‘take’ in the profit-sharing aspect of the redevelopment would be dedicated to acquiring future parkland.

Wrong assumption

This is aimed at mayors and councils past and present who had anything to do with the secret, behind the scenes planning of the proposed Skaha Lake water park/waterslides.

You made an assumption that such a project would be welcomed with open arms by the residents of Penticton, so much so that you saw no need to consult them whatsoever. You all must have missed that day in school where they taught us, “You should never assume, because when you assume, you make an ass of you and me.”

Mayor Jakubeit states that safeguards are in the contract to protect the interests of the residents. What specific steps have been taken? Are there clauses in the contract that prevent Trio Marine from erecting a condo complex or a hotel if the waterslides fail?

A huge can of worms has been opened and a cloud of suspicion is now forming within this city as to why mayor and council will not listen to the common sense of the electorate. There is still time to save face rather than have egg all over it.

Sometimes I think a lot of politicians were born on the same south sea island No Brains Atoll. The only other thing I can say is “Pardon me, your slip is showing”.

Mark Billesberger Penticton

Time to stand up

If in fact a gag order was signed by Mr. Campbell (as he has stated) for the agreement between the city and Trio Marine Group over Skaha Lake Park, I have two words for him and the city, produce it.

Someone is lying.

Mayor Andrew Jakubeit said there was no such agreement and his council has said not a word about it. Not a word from any of them, or has a gag order been placed on them as well?

If this agreement ever shows up, whoever agreed to it or signed it by the city, they should be fired now, period. This council and mayor were elected by the people for the people, not for their own ratification.

It should also be noted that city employees are working for and being paid by the taxpayers of Penticton, not developers. City parks have been paid for by these same citizens and their concerns should be taken into account before any agreement is considered. Would they appreciate basically selling off their parkland that they had paid for?

Stand up and show your pride for the community.

Vic Powell Penticton

That ‘could’ include buying up both the remaining Elm Street properties that would lead to more greenspace and the South Beach Drive properties which would lead to more beachfront.

(I can see why current property owners might oppose the plan but I am arguing for the greater public interest).

So, leasing a little-used portion of the park (my daily observation) for tourist enhancement does not, in fact, decrease park space but will, if city council makes the visionary

Mulcair’s logic

A couple of thoughts on Thomas Mulcair’s promises from his Penticton whistle stop.

The $15 dollar an hour minimum wage he’s offering only applies to federally regulated businesses, like banks, railroads, and broadcasting. It will not help the 94 per cent of low-wage Canadians who do not fall under that umbrella. Perhaps like the people who will work at the new waterslide.

Then there was the jaw-dropping promise to heap 30 million dollars over three years into national tourism promotion. That would be $10 million per year for the whole country. My math tells me if you divide that equally among 10 provinces and three territories, you’d get about $769,000 for B.C. with its 42 ridings. Divide BC’s share by 42 and you get about $18,000 to promote the South Okanagan, the Boundary and the West Kootenays.

Not such a big deal really.

Bob Nicholson Penticton

Responsible acts

Recent pictures of children dying while trying to relocate is heartbreaking.

Our response as a nation must be one of compassion and careful diligence. Today’s terrorists are very cunning and calculating.

Any opportunity to take advantage of situations to come to the west with their diabolical motives and destructive intent will be exploited. Therefore, our government must take time to do due diligence and planning and preparing to take in more refugees.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s compassionate well thought out strategy is both responsible and caring.

It is so easy to react emotionally with political motives during a time of crisis in the midst of an election campaign. I am so thankful to have a responsible Prime Minister who combines responsibility with a generous heart.

Sid Waterman Penticton

Easy choice

In addition to those extravagant and wasteful expenditures listed in a previous letter, I would like to add these examples of Harper’s fiscally responsible wasteful spending: - Aid to Ukraine (trickled down to neoNazi militias) — approximately $500 million, Quebec City’s summer festival — $1 million, Jim Flaherty’s photo op with the last penny stamped — $56,000, gazebos for the G20 Summit — $100,000, new

decision, lead to an expanded Skaha Lake Beach Park.

Whether it be ‘free’ or with ‘fee,’ I look forward to enjoying all aspects of Skaha Beach with my vacationing young nieces and nephews. Swimming, beach volleyball, tennis and the playground/splashpad are already perennial favourites, but now we can add waterslides, mini-golf, boat rentals and a lakeview restaurant.

Let’s get on with it!

Dan Lacroix Penticton/Calgary

CSEC CSIS headquarters complete with soaring atriums, grand staircases and filtered drinking fountains — $1.2 billion, automotive Innovation Fund (creating no jobs but benefitting CEOs of Ford and Toyota) — $250 million, War of 1812 commemorative amenities — $28 million, G8 legacy fund for Tony Clement’s riding — $50 million, undisclosed payments for F-35s -- $10 billion (Wow! Who got that?), Harper’s trip to Israel with 200 invited guests (with no value for Canada’s interest) — $239,000, Harper’s makeup artist to travel overseas for the 65th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands — Conservative party refused to disclose costs, a social hall project submitted by an Ottawa rabbi with close ties to Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird — $1 million, the Conservative cabinet member’s attendance at the despot’s funeral at the House of Saud in Arabia — $175,000, Harper government spending on wireless industry advertising— $9 million and on and on.

I know we have some hard choices to make before the next election as to the party we want to support, but based on the kind of money the PMO is foolishly spending — and it is basically the Prime Minister’s Office that is making the decisions for how much and on what these expenditures listed above are being made. The choice should be easy.

The money that was spent in those constituencies that were either Liberal, NDP or Green has been a pittance over the last 10 years relative to the Conservative ridings.

I guess that’s politics, but it need not be.

By making the decision to rid ourselves of the present Conservative government and its policy of “first past the post” election method for a more honest representation based on population, we would not have, as we did in our last election, a 40 per cent popular vote resulting in 54 per cent of the ridings. Both the NDP, the Liberal and the Green Party will put “representation by population” into their mandates if elected.

Now, that’s not a tough choice, is it?

Frank Martens Summerland

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A selection of comments on Penticton Western News stories found online:

On the costs of school supplies:

“My son graduates this year, and I need to fork over $180, not including supplies... So yes, it’s a bit of a blow. However; the fact that they have access to an education is a blessing that not all kids get.”

— posted by Kari Leigh

“Everyone needs to remember that the government cuts funding to our school districts every year. Yes, Kleenex, Ziplock bags and paper to print notices and exercises on are not funded by the government, so guess what? We as parents have to foot the bill! The next thing we will be paying for is bussing to and from school. Districts in West Bank and Chilliwack are already charging families $100-$200 per student a year in bus riding fees. I will take paying for two boxes of .79 Kleenex over that any day!”

— posted by Tracy Van Raes

“Interesting. I have two boys one started Kindergarten and the other Grade 1. We spent about $200 on supplies and back packs etc.

Which is fine but why do I have to send in a cheque for $100 for the Kindergarten’er and another $200 cheque for the Grade 1’er?”

— posted by Sarbi Follett

On Weird Al concert at SOEC:

“Loved it! Saw him in 1999, and his show quality hasn’t faltered. What an entertainer!

I only wish he had done my favourite song Germs! The mashups were a brilliant way to get a lot of his hits in the set.”

— posted by Kimberley Wall

“I had no expectations whatsoever and must say that his is one of the best shows I’ve ever been to, and I’ve been to lots! Laughed all night long and that was the fastest two hours of my life, I couldn’t believe it when he said goodnight, it felt like it had only started!

Highly recommend seeing Weird Al”

— posted by Susie Mc

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City birthday celebration causes councillor debate Steve Kidd

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BaCk to sChool shopping brings an influx of dollars, which is important for local businesses who compare it to the Christmas shopping season.

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Back to school like Christmas season for local businesses Dan Walton

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The annual need for students to purchase the essential supplies, in addition to nice-to-haves, creates a massive influx in local spending – particularly among certain businesses.

“For our kind of business, it’s pretty much bang on equal with our Christmas season. So it’s almost like we have two Christmas seasons,” said Staples general manager Joe Aschemeier. “It has been absolutely wonderful and very busy, so busy we haven’t been able to find time to do much more than look after our customers.”

Aschemeier said at Staples, backto-school begins the day after school is out in June, and continues through to mid-September. The influx in customers requires a seasonally larger workforce.

“We’re blessed that a lot of our staff come back each year just for the back-to-school season, because it’s a fun time.”

A range of businesses at Cherry Lane Shopping Centre also note the spike in sales. Back-to-school season there runs from early August until mid-to late September, with the heaviest rush being two weeks before school starts to about two weeks after school is back in session, according to marketing director Andrea Davison.

“Cherry Lane has always had a healthy influx during this particular time. We have a great mix of stores and services that make it a one stop shop,” she said. “I can’t speak for other retailers in Penticton to make a general statement regarding the overall business community impact it has, but back to school shopping is very impactful to Cherry Lane Shopping Centre.”

Setting up a celebration of Penticton’s birthday is not as straightforward as you might think for what would seem to be a feel-good item.

At their Sept. 8 regular meeting, Penticton city council ended up debating a recommendation from the Tourism Development Task Force that the city set up an annual celebration in April to celebrate the city’s incorporation.

“The intent is to recognize not only the City of Penticton’s birthday, but also to create a festival atmosphere in the shoulder season, which April would be,” said Coun. Judy Sentes. She noted that the Rotary Club’s Pioneer Tea and the One World Festival, sponsored by the South Okanagan Immigrant and Community Services, already happen at that time of year.

“They are well established and they are willing to bring them forward into the month of April,” said Sentes.

“The intent is to take the concept of celebrating the birthday of Penticton and making it a whole weekend of activity in the shoulder season.”

It really is not going to be a significant drain.

— Coun. Judy Sentes

Coun. Andre Martin, who originally proposed the idea in June, said he was disappointed when staff came back with a report on his original motion that there was no funding available for a birthday celebration.

“I think there could have been an opportunity there for staff to find some money. We seem to find money pretty easily in the last couple of months here in some big projects we needed to shift dollars from,” said Martin.

There was also some disagreement about the date being celebrated.

Martin said his original intention was to celebrate Penticton’s incorporation — Dec. 31, 1908 — not its 1948 reincorporation as a city.

“I do have to correct my fellow councillor that with the advice of

our corporate officer, it is the District of Penticton that was incorporated at the end of the year. The incorporation of the City of Penticton is in fact in April,” said Sentes.

However, according to the City of Penticton website, the city was incorporated on May 10, 1948, which agrees with the Province of B.C.’s official geographical place names database.

According to the province, Penticton was incorporated as a district municipality on Jan. 1, 1909 and reincorporated as a city municipality in May 1948, not April.

Martin was also concerned the motion, which mentions that Canada Day and B.C. Family Day, should continue on in the previous format, would be giving organizers of those events special treatment.

These groups were warned, he said, about the city’s determination to wean them off the grant process.

“If we carry this the way it is, they would basically be getting carte blanche to do as they have done in the past,” said Martin.

Sentes said the com-

mittee heard from Canada and B.C. Family Day organizers that it was a minimal cost to put the events on, as the birthday celebration would be.

According to Sentes, the Rotary Club doesn’t require any assistance for their celebration, and economic development officer Colleen Pennington indicated she would support the SOICS One World festival from her budget.

“It really is not going to be a significant drain,” said Sentes.

Mayor Andrew Jakubeit threw his support behind the motion, stating that despite including Canada Day and Family Day in the motion, both events would still be subject to the grant process and council’s desire whether to fund them or not.

“In fairness, Canada Day and B.C. Family day are kind of important days and we do come together as a community,” said Jakubeit.

Council passed the motion to create a birthday celebration 5 to 1 with Coun. Martin voting in opposition. Coun.

Tarik Sayeed recused himself due to conflict of interest.

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Rogers unveiled the 24 communities that will host the 201516 Rogers Hometown Hockey Tour presented by Scotiabank and Dodge. The Penticton stop will be aired on March 13 during the Toronto Maple Leafs and Detroit Red Wings game.

Each community will feature NHL Alumni, hometown heroes,

local entertainment and all new hockey stories delivered by host Ron MacLean, who once again takes his familiar spot inside the Sportsnet Mobile Studio every Sunday.

“Each weekend is a uniquely Canadian experience that brings us all together,” said MacLean. “Our mantra has been simple — take you someplace and tell a story.

We’ve discovered at each stop a story that belongs to us as no other story could. It’s of Canadians, with hockey at its core.”

The tour will deliver a jampacked weekend of free outdoor festivities in the heart of each community, celebrating all things hockey. This season will feature the return of fan favourite activations such as the Sportsnet Be a Broadcaster, Scotiabank Community Locker Room and the Dodge Stow ‘n Go Challenge, as well as new GamePlus experiences, taking you behind-the-scenes of Rogers Hometown Hockey and bringing you closer to the stars of the game.

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Mandatory fun had by all Dale Boyd Concert Review

Citizens had the allotted amount of mandatory fun promised by Supreme Comedy General “Weird Al” Yankovic at the South Okanagan Events Centre on Wednesday.

State-sanctioned songs approved by the Minister of Comedy were accepted and applauded by devoted citi-

zens of the great nation of Canada.

The exalted General Yankovic provided his people with hit song parodies of state-approved artists spanning decades from Micheal Jackson (Beat It/Eat It) to Lorde (Royals/Foil).

The master of comedy entered the sports/ entertainment complex like no artist before, with one of his latest hits, a parody of Pharrell Williams’ Happy (Tacky), taking him through the familiar bowels of the SOEC live on the video screen before emerging to give high-fives to loyal citizens in the crowd.

Many costume changes were made, one for nearly every song, displaying the great power and might of the Mandatory World Tour wardrobe department.

Many songs from across the strange and wonderful career of Weird Al were played and fun was enforced on all attendees.

The obedient crowd waited patiently for hits like White and Nerdy and Amish Paradise while being entertained in the interim by a compilation of nearly every reference, cameo, guest spot or appearance

by Supreme General Yankovic in pop culture over the last 25 years being played on the video screen. Many laughs were reported.

Displaying the strength of an empire, a Star Wars-themed encore brought the show to its mandatory stopping point with songs like Yoda and The Saga Begins which citizens sung along to in perfect chorus

and rythym displaying the strength of the state.

Hits old and new, and fans young and old showed that no matter how many cellphones, tweets, or insta-whatevers have gone by, the wacky weirdness of Al maintains.

Much of the show was homage and extension to Yankovic’s real supreme power, music videos.

There may never be another “Weird Al” Yankovic, so let us thank the great and powerful leaders for allowing citizens to amass and pay tribute to this one-of-a-kind demonstration of the West’s supreme comedic abilities.

Dale Boyd is Weird Al groupie and also a reporter for the Western News

“WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC took his Mandatory Fun Tour to the SOEC on Sept. 9. Pictured above is Yankovic performing Fat, a parody of Michael Jackon’s Bad. Bottom left, he’s sporting ripped jeans during his rendition of Nirvana’s Smells Like Teen Spirit. Below, concertgoers Tyler Stasiuk, left, and Brian Hesje weren’t immediately back to their normal selves following Yankovic’s performance.

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Before coming together as a couple, Saskatchewan lovers Belle Plaine and Blake Berglund both launched successful country music careers on their own. Now two years into their relationship, they’re embarking on their first professional tour together.

“Chemistry is chemistry, and the better chemistry there is, the better the music will be,” said Berglund. “And when you’re in love with someone you’re on the road with, you can’t ask for better chemistry.”

Starting from Saskatoon at the beginning of the month, Plaine and Berglund are stopping in more than a dozen locations as they make their way to Victoria.

From there, they’re set to tour back to their hometown Regina, where they’ll cap off the tour with a special guest – Zachary Lucky.

Lucky is the writer of the two songs that Plaine and Berglund are taking on tour, which they recorded onto a double-single, gold-toned 7 inch vinyl record.

“We’ve both knew him for years and really liked his songwriting, so it seemed like a natu-

ral fit with the subject matter,” said Plaine. “He was the best person to help us create something that made our sense of community evident to people outside of Saskatchewan.”

While being interviewed, the duo was in between shows in the Prairies, and Berglund joked that he’s as excited to get out of the mountains as he is to get in them.

“I’m a flatlander – I like to see all of the sky in all directions.

But the sense of community that the mountain towns have is very unique to the country. It’s always decent shows with good people.”

One of the songs recorded onto their single, titled Saskatchewan, is much like a love song that was written for the province.

On the other side of the album is a track called Town to Town.

Berglund explained how the two songs contrast one another: Saskatchewan represents the comforts of home, “but the juxtaposition to it is the other song’s about being away from home and how we enjoy that as well.”

Music made in the Prairies offers a sense of locality that goes unmatched, Berglund said.

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Both songs were recorded more than a year ago, but having them printed on gold-toned 7 inch vinyl was a lengthy process.

“It’s practical right now – people are buying vinyl record – the CD format is a difficult sell these days. I think people have come around to appreciating tone and quality of sound, and not wanting their music compressed.”

Only 298 copies were made available, and Berglund said they’re going fast.

“Releasing it on vinyl gives us the opportunity to put something limited edition behind our projects – that always drives the career forward,” Berglund said.

Plaine and Berglund will be in Penticton on Sept. 12 to perform at the Dream Café. The show begins at 8 p.m. and tickets cost $15 and can be ordered by calling 250-490-9012.

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For those interested in becoming a part of Penticton’s rendition of Broadway entertainment, auditions for the 2015 Soundstage Productions concert take place on Sept. 20.

Each year, Soundstage works to offer more complex and professional production. The team will

be challenging themselves this year by highlighting many of the most popular broadway productions.

Producers are looking for men and women singers for solos, duets and ensembles.

Also, talent over the age of 15, as well as roles for children ages 10 to 14. Casting for adults takes place

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Malala’s triumph against extremism

Heather Allen

Armchair Book Club

My kids hate it when people ask if they’re ready to go back to school. They don’t want to be reminded that the days of sleeping in and lounging around the house are coming to an

end.

Of course, in many countries kids can only dream of going to school. Rather than repeat this old cliché, however, I recently gave my daughter the newly released young readers’ edition of I am Malala: How one girl stood up for education and changed the world.

Many will remember Malala’s story. I am Malala, a book originally published for an adult audience in 2013, tells the story of a young Pakistani girl, Malala Yousafzai, who was shot point-blank by the Taliban while riding the bus home from school.

I am Malala, the young readers’ edition, tells this same story but with a younger audience in mind. With the help of young adult fiction writer, Patricia McCormick, Malala shares her child’s eye view of her changing world.

Only ten years old when the Taliban take control of her oncepeaceful region of Paki-

stan, Malala is confused by the newly imposed rules. The Taliban say music is a crime. They say women can’t go to the market. They say girls can’t go to school.

Raised in a house that values education for all, Malala speaks out.

The young readers’ edition skips over some family history and background information about Pakistan, but the story isn’t whitewashed.

McCormick shields the readers from details about horrific events such as public executions, while giving them enough information to understand the injustice.

This book is worth reading just for the inspiring descriptions of Malala’s determination to speak up for education and to recover from her injuries. So why is a young readers’ edition even necessary? Is it a bit rich to not even let our kids read about horrible injustices that are actually happening to other kids?

I struggle with that

question. I want my kids to learn about the world, but protect them at the same time. I would love my daughter to read a similarly inspiring story: I am Nujood: age 10 and divorced. But I wouldn’t dream of letting her, unless it was rewritten in a version for young adults. After all, this book documents how a nine-year-old girl in Yemen, Nujood Ali, is forced to marry a middle-aged man who rapes and beats her.

Nujood has had so little schooling, she doesn’t know her rights.

The tiny girl eventually escapes and shows up at a courthouse, looking up at the adults gathered there and asking for help to get a divorce. This too is an ultimately uplifting story, and reminds us of Malala’s message: The best way to stop the repression of women and create stable societies is to allow young girls to get a good education.

Heather Allen is a writer and reader who lives in Penticton.

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Sept. 11 — Calgary’s soulful folkpop singer-songwriter Brent Taylor will be performing at the Dream Café. The show starts wicketst 8 p.m. and tickets cost $15, and can be purchased in advance by calling 250-490-9012.

Sept. 12 — The Trews at Tinhorn Creek in Oliver. Tickets are $75 plus GST and can be bought through www.tinhorn.com.

Sept. 12 — Fifth annual Quest For A Cure at Vineglass in Cawston. Entertainment by Barracuda, a Heart tribute band and Jerry Doucette. Live and silent auction with proceeds going to Cancer prevention and awareness. Tickets are $80. For more info visit www.vineglass.ca.

Sept. 11-13 — Pentastic Hot Jazz Festival Sept. 18 — Bill Bourne playing the Dream Café at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $20 Sept. 12 — Author Angelo

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Sept. 18 — The Great Grape Lake Stomp is an evening of good old stomping entertainment set on the Penticton Lakeside Resort’s private licensed beach. Tickets include a barbecue buffet, glass of wine and entry into the 15th annual event.

Tickets are $25 a person. Teams for the grape stomp are $40. To purchase tickets call 250-493-8221.

Sept. 25 – Picture This Custom Framing and Gallery is taking submissions until Sept. 25 for October’s show, Ocular Obscurity. Do you have original artwork that is edgy, disturbing, dark or creepy?

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Penticton’s first example of cluster housing is moving ahead, despite some opposition at the Sept. 8 public hearing to the number of variances required to squeeze five homes onto a property currently occupied by a single home.

Council approved a zoning amendment in July to allow cluster housing, a group of three or more homes sharing amenity areas on a single parcel.

Neighbours protesting the development at 2922 Wilson St. said they weren’t opposed to densifying the area, but were concerned about the variances and the style of the buildings.

“It’s an abrupt change from what is there now. There aren’t these postmodern structures,” said Angela Cormano, representing her parents who live in the neighbourhood and

own a second property immediately adjacent to 2922 Wilson St. “By all means rezone it to RM2, but then respect the planning setbacks and guidelines that are in place,” said Corman. “My parents are not against densifying the neighbourhood and having new types of housing in there.”

In order to proceed, the developers were asked to reduce the setbacks on two sides of the property and increase the density substantially.

The concept of variances was not intended to be used to densify lots, argued Cormano,

who found a supporter in Coun. Campbell Watt.

“As much as I would agree with changing the zoning, I don’t agree with variances for size,” said Watt.

Coun. Judy Sentes was concern about safety aspects of the development, which has three of the units opening onto a back lane.

“We are always looking to densify, but I think we have to be responsible about that densification,” said Sentes. “I just have concerns that even though we are supporting the new concept of cluster housing, would we be overpopulating

the property?”

A first motion, that council approve the rezoning, but not the variances needed for the project to go ahead, was defeated four to three, with Coun. Watt, Tarik Sayeed and Max Picton voting in favour.

“I really think this is a big change for that neighbourhood, but I think it is an enhancement,” said Konanz.

“We are told constantly we need more densification in this city in order for our housing to become more affordable.”

Despite her earlier concerns about safety and overpopulating the property, Sentes moved to approve the rezoning and the variances.

“I think this council has passed an intent to allow cluster housing. I think this is a good example of that,” said Sentes. The motion passed four to three, with Sayeed, Picton and Watt opposed.

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A 1.3-kilometre paved trail for cyclists, walkers and joggers was officially opened on Tuesday morning in Summerland.

The pathway is two metres wide. It runs adjacent to Highway 97, between Landry Crescent and Lakeshore Drive.

“Everyone who uses this trail now has a safe place to enjoy their favourite activity from Trout Creek to downtown Summerland,” said Dan Ashton, MLA for the riding of Penticton.

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The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and the municipality worked in partnership on the project. Summerland contributed $80,000 for the work.

Mayor Peter Waterman said the trail provides a connection between Lowertown and Trout Creek.

“The Lakeshore Pathway provides a wonderful, safe link between Lowertown and the Trout Creek area for residents and tourists alike,” he said.

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“It’s a really exciting time for trail development in the Okanagan,” said Don Gemmell, who has long promoted the trail concept.

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Those present at the ribbon cutting on Tuesday morning spoke about the possibility of expanding the trail network in the future.

“I can just see the pieces all starting to fit together,” Ashton said, adding that he would like to see a future phase between Trout Creek and Penticton.

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Vees chosen to stay atop Interior Black Press

As the puck drops on the BCHL’s 54th season Friday, Black Press sports writers provide a glimpse into the respective teams they cover.

The Penticton Vees, ranked No. 1 by the Canadian Junior Hockey League in its pre-season rankings, have been chosen the top dog of the Interior. They will be chased by hounddogs such as the Vernon Vipers, Salmon Arm and West Kelowna.

Let the chase begin.

1.Penticton Vees K e y Returnees: F Tyson Jost (23-2245), Demico Hannoun (23-18-41), D Gabe Bast (9-31-40), Dante Fabbro (4-29-33), G Brendan Barry (10-2-0), 2.06 goals against average, 2 SO, .912 save percentage.

Rookie Sensations: F Owen Sillinger, 17, chose to play for Penticton after receiving heavy interest from junior A teams such as the Vernon Vipers and major junior. Sillinger captained the Regina Pat Canadians to a bronze medal finish at the Telus Cup midget national championship in April. Sillinger was the Telus Cup MVP, top scorer and top forward with six goals and 17 points in seven games.

In the playoffs, he had 17 points in 10 games and put up 25 goals and 64 points in 42 Saskatchewan Midget AAA Hockey League play. Sillinger is the son of former NHLer Mike Sillinger. Easton Brodzinski comes from a hockey family with two older brothers playing in college, including Jonny, who completed a three-year career with St. Cloud and was drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in

TYSON JOST AND the Penticton Vees have been chosen by Black Press sports writers to finish first in the Interior Division for the BCHL’s 2015-16 season. In an exhibition series against the Brooks Bandits of the AJHL, Jost ducks around the Bandit’s Hayden Ursulak to drive the puck down the ice.

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2013. Brodzinski played three years of high school hockey in Blaine, MN., and recorded 72 points in 80 games. He brings size (listed at six-foot-two, 190 pounds) and skill. D Sam Jones, 17, born in England and living in Penticton for the last five years, put up 31 points in 28 games for the Okanagan Hockey Academy Prep Red, making him the second highest scorer in the league. Jones brings strong skating ability and a hard shot. Griffin Mendel, 16, won a Canadian Sport School Hockey League Prep Division championship with the Okanagan Hockey Acade-

my. Selected by the Kootenay Ice in the first round of the WHL bantam draft, the six-foot-two rearguard is responsible and intelligent.

His skill level has caught the eye of National Collegiate Athletic Association Division 1 programs.

Strengths: Early in training camp, the Vees displayed their speed and skill. Captain Tyson Jost said while last year’s squad also possessed those abilities, he feels this group is a step ahead. Vees coachgeneral manager Fred Harbinson also feels they have size, which is spread through the lineup. Har-

binson said they may even have a little more grit. The Vees will be led by NHL 2016 draft prospects, Jost and Fabbro. “Fabbro is a smooth skating, smart, offensive defenceman,” said NHL Central Scouting’s John Williams on NHL.com in July. “Jost is a smart, skilled forward.”

Vees coach-general manager Fred Harbinson said during camp that he liked his team’s overall speed.

Coach’s quote (Harbinson): “We have always been built on the tempo that we play. I think this year is no different. We have some guys that can push

back. The one other thing we saw in the preseason and hopefully it continues on, is our power-play was better. If they want to go over the line, then we will be able to hurt them on the power-play is what we’re hoping for.”

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verbacks on eight occasions scored four points in the BCHL last year.

The Silverbacks youngest player, Marcus Mitchell, 16, cracked the BCMML’s top 20 points table, racking up 22 goals and 46 points.

Strengths: The Sil-

2. Salmon Arm Rookie Sensa- verbacks strength starts Silverbacks tions: F Cam Coutre, in goal with Angus Key Returnees: F Taro Hirose (18-3250), Carson Bolduc (19-2544), Josh Blanchard (17-22-39), Ross Heidt

17, helped the Major Midget South Island Royals to the semifinals of the BCMML playoffs. Coutre racked up 17 goals and 40 points in 36 games.

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Vipers strong between the pipes, Warriors led by core from BCHL pg.17 Silverbacks’ GM Troy Mick worked hard in the off season to bolster the blue line with the addition of two sizeable and experienced defencemen in Aiden Salerno and Brett Stewart. New players in the lineup such as Cam Coutre, Marcus Mitchell, Sam De Melo and Elijiah Barriga should provide a spark of energy and enthusiasm.

Coach’s quote (West): “We have a team of 22 leaders that can compete with any team in the league. We are big, fast, strong and possess a high skill set that will translate to us being better in the corners and in front of the net where it counts.”

3. Vernon Vipers: Key Returnees: Leading scorer Liam Finlay is a dynamo who amassed 23 goals and 64 points after being dealt to Vernon from Penticton early last year. F Jagger Williamson was the youngest player on the Snakes’ roster last year and put up 8-20-28 as a 16-year-old. Forwards Colton McCarthy (10-1525) and Riley Brandt (149-23) play with a wicked edge and can bring offence as well. Smooth D Mitchell Oliver (1-6-7) is the only d-man back. G Jarrod Schamerhorn (24-12-1, 2.71 GAA) was solid in 2014-14.

Rookie Sensations: Ultra-skilled centre Peter Tufto, was a finalist for Mr. Hockey in Minnesota last year after ringing up 27 goals and 63 points with St. Thomas Academy.

Tufto, 18, will play alongside his clone, Finlay. RW Jimmy Lambert, 18, pocketed 21 goals and 56 points with the Major Midget Saskatoon Contacts last year. “He was part of the best line in Saskatchewan with (former NHLer) Rich Pilon’s kid, Garrett, and Kole Lind,” said Ferner. The unit racked up 222 points. Joe Sacco Jr. of Boston is a gritty 19-yearold who skates and shoots well. Sacco, whose father is an assistant coach with the NHL Bruins, supplied 22 goals with The Rivers School Red Wings of the U.S. High School league.

C Joey Cipollone of Purchase, N.Y., amassed 51

points in 24 games with Harrison Select Hockey Academy and has locked up a scholarship to the University of New Hampshire.

D Steven Jandric, 18, of Prince George, produced 18 goals and 54 points with the Major Midget Cariboo Cougars. He scored once in six call-ups with the Salmon Arm Silverbacks., Austin Cho (12G and 64 points with St. Andrew’s College Saints in Auora, Ont.) should excel. “Austin is a slick defender who is a smooth, calming player,” said Ferner. “He’ll be a big part of our group, no question. He has a scholarship to RPI for 2017.”

Strengths: The Vipers will start with a pair of 20-year-old net detectives with Alaskan Andrew Shortridge new to the club.

Shortridge had a 2.57 average with the NAHL Aberdeen Wings in South Dakota last season and was strong in the Vipers’ exhibition series. Ferner has won two Royal Bank Cups and lost another in the final with Vernon. A 19-year pro d-man, he has also coached at the Major Junior level and is an excellent teacher who commands respect.

D Bo Pellah, a BCHL allstar, will excite fans as a 20-year-old with wheels and puck-handling magic.

Coach’s Quote (Mark Ferner): “We are structurally ahead of the curve compared to this time last year. We’re inexperienced for sure, but we have speed, skills and lots of high hockey IQs. We built this team from the goalies out so we should be solid defensively.”

4. West Kelowna Key Returnees: F Liam Blackburn (22-5173), F Jonathan Desbiens (27-27-54), F Kylar Hope (11-9-20), D Kristian Blumenschein (7-35-42) F/D Kyle Marino (3-15-18), D Rylan Yaremko (4-13-17), F Brett Mennear (11-14-25) and F Garret Forster (1728-45) who is new to the Warriors but was one of the Victoria Grizzlies’ top producers last season.

New Faces: The Warriors have high hopes for D Jake Harrison (7-13-20), 16, a West Kelowna product who played with Pursuit of Excellence Academy in Kelowna last season. F Connor Sodergren (14-24-

38) and F Quinn Forman (5-5-10) both come to the Warriors from Massachusetts, while F Reid Gunville (20-32-52) hails from Prince Albert, Sask.

The three were effective playing on a line together in preseason. G Daniel Manella (2.08 GAA, .927 save percentage) comes to West Kelowna after strong season of Junior A hockey in Oakville, Ont., while G Forbes Polszay (2.67 GAA, .914 save percentage), from Arizona, played in three locales last season, including with the Colorado Rampage U18s.

Strengths: The Warriors have a good core of veteran leaders led by the team’s top scorer Liam Blackburn and newly-appointed captain Kyle Marino. As has been the case with past Warriors’ teams, a persistent, workmanlike approach will be the key to success. If the two new goaltenders, Manella and Polszay, live up to their advanced billing, the Warriors should be in good hands.

Coach’s quote (Rylan Ferster): “We like the character that we have coming back. We’re fortunate to be bringing back some pretty key players, (Liam) Blackburn, (Jonathan) Desbiens, and (Kylar) Hope, and we’ve got some really good leadership with guys like our captain Kyle Marino and Rylan Yaremko.

“This (Interior) division is going to be tough again and I think you’ll see two really good teams missing the playoffs.”

5. Merritt Key Returnees: F Gavin Gould (24-35-59), F Colin Grannary (19-20-39), F Nick Fidanza (10-7-17), F Zak Bowles (11-14-25), D Malik Kaila (1-3-4), D Cole Arcuri (1-11-12), D Tyrell Buckley (0-6-6), G Anthony Pupplo (13-13-0, 1 SO ).

Rookie Sensations: With only eight returning players from last year, new head coach and GM Joe Martin and his predecessor Luke Pierce spent the offseason looking for talent both up front and on the blueline. They found some gems in Americans Michael Faulkner (1996 birthdate), Nick Fiorentino (96), Nick Jermain

(96) and Ryan Finnegan (97) along with homegrown talent Michael Regush (98), Tyler Wickman (98) and Colten Lancaster (98). Faulkner starred at Brunswick Prep School in the USHS, while Fiorentino (who has committed to Army) suited up the last two seasons for the New Jersey Rockets of the EHL. Up front, Connecticut’s Jermain put up impressive numbers with his home-state Oilers of the EHL (11-25-36 in 38 games), while Kansasborn, Quinnipiac-bound Finnegan lit it up for the Baltimore Skipjacks of the USPHL with 17 goals and 20 assists in just 23 games. This year’s unheralded sleeper could be 16-year-old Tyler Ward from Kamloops.

Strengths: With 14 new faces, it’s going to take some time for the Cents to gel. Their preseason demonstrated that this year’s team has the firepower and speed to be competitive in the tough Interior division. Between the pipes, time will tell if the PupploLancaster tandem are up to the task of leading the Cents to glory in the postPierce era.

Coach’s Quote (Joe Martin): “We’re very excited to be beginning our 43rd season in the elite Interior division of the BCHL. With a new head coach in myself, with a new assistant coach in Matt, and a large number of first-year players, we have a significent challenge ahead to prove ourselves. Our small group of veteran players will be called upon to take on much larger roles than they have had in the past. I see it as a new beginning, and a tremendous opportunity for all of us to put our stamp on the team’s future successes.”

6. Trail Smoke Eaters Key Returnees: F Harlan Orr (18-17-35), Max Newton (9-15-24), Kienan Scott (15-8-23), Cooper Leitch (7-8-15), Conner BrownMaloski (8-6-14). D Jeremy Lucchini (1-12-13, 25 PIM), Evan MacEachern (3-21-24, 29 PIM), Ryan Swanson (5-19-24, 46 PIM), and Dexter McLeod (1-12-13, 35 PIM).

Rookie Sensations: Imports Nick Halloran, an 18-year-old Air Force commit from Draper, Utah and Army commit John Laurito, 19, from Johnston, RI, bring speed to burn and a nice touch around the net. Kale Howarth, 18, from Red Deer was a surprise in camp as he cracked the lineup as a virtual unknown, and combines size and skill reminiscent of Dallas Calvin. Hometown additions Spencer McLean of Montrose and Ross Armour from Rossland were

in the top three in scoring for the Beaver Valley Nitehawks as 16-year-olds last year and will be major contributors this season.

from Beverly, Mass. and 6-foot-3 Linden Marshall, 17, from Victoria should provide solid and consistent goaltending.

Strengths: The Smoke Eaters’ strength is spread over its four balanced lines.

With a strong work ethic, speed, quick puck movement, and an aggressive forecheck, Trail has the ability to force the play and score throughout the lineup. Also, the acquisition of highly touted netminders Bailey Macburnie, 20,

Coaches Quote: (Nick Deschenes) “There are some real bright spots, and some good moments, but now it’s a level playing field.

We have our 22 guys, everyone has their 22 guys, we have to figure out how well we can get our 22 to play and how far we can take the group.”

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We are excited to announce a partnership between Kelowna United FC and the UBC Okanagan Heat to form the UBC Okanagan Junior Heat Soccer Program. With the goal of creating a system to develop the region’s soccer players for high level play, Kelowna United FC and UBC Okanagan will be working together to help young players take their game to the next level.

Junior Heat is an academy-based program that will run projects throughout the year to train in 4 to 5 week blocks and is open to boys and girls U11 through U18. Following the training, there will be a tournament or event for the players to test their new skills with. The players will travel and stay as a team for the event.

Coaching and Curriculum is directed by Dante Zanatta (National A level coach). The Head Coach for the girls program is Yann Calmets (National B coach and National A candidate), and the head coach for the boys program is Tom Flanagan (National B coach).

Any player who is registered with a BC Soccer member club/district can attend evaluations and if selected, register for the academy projects. (i.e.

- Kelowna United, or any of the COYSA clubs in the Central Okanagan, and anyone registered with NOYSA/Vernon, SYSA/Shuswap, RYSA/ Revelstoke, KYSA/Kamloops or SOYSA/Penticton clubs).

There will also be an after school academy program for younger ages boys and girls (U7 – U13) starting in the fall.

Some exciting upcoming projects include: • KU Jamboree • Starfire Astroturf Collegiate Showcase • Portland FC Collegiate Showcase • Phoenix Desert Cup Showcase Registration for evaluations is now open for some projects. For more information, check out our website at: www.juniorheatsoccer.com

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A shoulder injury robbed prospect Jake Virtanen of making his debut in the Canucks Young Stars Classic last year.

That won’t be the case this year for the Vancouver Canucks’ first round pick, sixth overall in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft.

After his season with the WHL’s Calgary Hitmen ended, Virtanen joined the American Hockey League’s (AHL) Utica Comets for their Calder Cup playoff run. In 10 games, he collected one assist.

Virtanen then took a week off to relax and was back to work with the Canucks training staff five days a week.

“I was in Vancouver pretty much all summer,” said Virtanen, who praised the work trainers did with him. “I feel as strong as ever. I feel healthy. It was a good summer.”

When Virtanen did have time to kick back, he spent it with family and friends in Abbotsford. Among the things they did was wakeboarding at Cultus Lake or boating. Aside from coming to Penticton for the Canucks Young Stars Classic last summer, Virtanen and his family have spent time in the Peach City.

“The lakes are really nice there. We are right on the water,” he said. “The rink (South Okanagan Events Centre) that we play in is pretty nice as well.

The fans packed the building pretty well there.”

Virtanen’s summer focused on being ready to earn a spot on the Canucks this season. The experience the Hitmen forward gained last season in Utica, he plans to utilize this weekend. Virtanen said it was great playing in the AHL playoffs, though he wasn’t sure he would get into the lineup.

“Travis Green put me in and the first game

was pretty nerve-racking,” he said. “For me just to jump into the playoffs like that was pretty intense.

After the first couple games, I found myself pretty comfortable. I got used to it pretty quick. I’m just going to bring that experience, going to the Calder Cup finals and playing against some really high-end talent.”

With the Hitmen, Virtanen made it as far as the third round twice. After putting up 21 goals and 52 points in 50 regular season games, he added another five goals and 13 points in 14 playoff tilts.

During the Calder Cup run, he faced men who were stronger and faster.

“I just kept playing my game. Kept hitting guys out there, kept banging bodies,” added Virtanen, who recorded 10 shots and was plus-two.

When it comes to playing in the Canucks Young Stars Classic, he is excited.

“I can’t wait to get on the ice,” he said, adding that teammates have told him about what it’s like in the Classic. “There is a lot of good prospects in this tournament. Especially this year with (Connor) McDavid. It’s going to be pretty fun there and going head-to-head against some really good prospects. The first game is going to be high intensity.

Guys are going to be flying out there.”

While in Toronto two weeks ago for the National Hockey League Players Association Rookie Showcase, Virtanen chatted with McDavid, who told him he’s excited about the Classic.

“It will be nice playing him on Friday,” he said.

Fans can watch Virtanen and McDavid battle Friday at the South Okanagan Events Centre at 7:30 p.m. A limited number of seats and standing room tickets have been released for previously sold out Classic games.

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IN BRIEF Canucks practice schedule

The Vancouver Canucks prospects hit the ice at the South Okanagan Events Centre for the first time on Thursday. All on-ice practice sessions are open to the public for free. The Canucks are back on the ice Friday, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. prior to their game against the Edmonton Oilers prospects at 7:30 p.m. The other sessions are Saturday from noon to 1 p.m., Sunday from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. and Monday from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m.

Macaulay sinks victory

Cool, damp weather didn’t stop Julie Macaulay from capturing the Summerland Rental Centre Cup on Sept. 1.

She won after carding a score of 146. Close on Ma-

caulay’s heels was Vi Ward with 148, and taking third was Barb Hatton with 152 at the Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club. In addition, there were many closest to the pin and longest putt prizes.

Seath’s four take senior men’s golf

Jack Seath’s team of Al Sismey, Gary Coy and Lew Norman won on a count back to take the Four Man Two Best Net tournament on Sept. 9. Norman was key to the win with a net score of 59. Finishing second was Cy Gladish, Norm Gettel, John Hall and Bert Terry. Both teams finished with a 24 under par score of 116.

Nearly 100 seniors showed up to play a Stableford format game Sept. 2 at the Penticton Golf and Country Club. Winning the tournament was Cliff Hovey, Larry Badger Lloyd Sherard and Bob Ogden. Second went to Bill McDowall, Bob Preston, Keith Koppert and Jim Graham.

PENTICTON’S DRAGON BOAT Festival features 82 teams competing, including a group in the breast cancer survivor category, at Skaha Lake this weekend. The finals will take place Sunday afternoon.

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Speedy dragon boats hit water Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

One of the biggest sporting events in the Okanagan has just gotten bigger.

The Penticton Dragon Boat Festival, also considered one of the largest in B.C., has attracted 82 teams, nine more than the previous year. Among those teams are 33 new squads.

“That’s a huge positive. We’ve got lots of returning champions,” said organizer Don Mulhall. “I think the competition will be great.”

Penticton welcomes more than 2,000 paddlers with action starting Saturday at 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Skaha Lake. Finals begin Sunday at noon following the breast cancer survivor ceremony, which begins at 11:30 a.m. Sunday’s action goes until about 4 p.m. Mulhall said the festival has become a season-highlight for several teams across the province and Alberta.

Mulhall added having it in September is a plus for the area when the weather is still great and tourism slows. Jeanette Tran of the Calgary Dragon Boat Club Yahoo Angels said its the third time their team competes.

“Penticton has always been a festival our team has looked forward to attending,” she wrote in an email. “The festival attracts competitive teams from the coast and local area giving our team some great race experience. One of the unique elements of the Penticton festival is the vast

number of women’s teams in attendance, which truly offers competition for our women’s team.”

Tran added that the beauty of Penticton allows their team members to make a holiday out of the weekend.

“A great way to end our paddling season,” she said.

The festival will see teams of 20 paddlers (plus a drummer and steer person) on both mixed and women’s crews racing the 15-metre canoes in 500-metre sprints.

Several of Penticton’s womens teams are expected to be among the top boats and are anticipated to be in the final. Despirit Housewives are looking to continue their winning streak, following racing success in Victoria and a top placing in Kelowna.

The Dragon Bottoms are also looking for more cups to fill having been a top team in Vernon. Mixed team Peach City Dragons are eager for a win after having placed second at Penticton’s Sprint races and Vernon’s Dragon Boat Festival. Penticton has 11 crews racing. In the breast cancer category, Survivorship is looking to win the Dale Charles Memorial cup back, ending a long drought at their home festival.

“We’d love to see the public come down to view the racing,” said Mulhall. “The race course is entirely along the beach and there’s a race starting every 11 minutes with some races coming down to thousands of a second difference between teams.”

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Waterwise gardens start with work in the fall Judy Steeves

Special to the Western News

Water is not necessary to create colour and beauty in your home landscapes, according to Eva Antonijevic, community programs director for the Friends of the Summerland Ornamental Gardens (SOG).

“Drought-tolerant

landscapes are not just gravel and yucca. They can be vibrant with colour,” she says, pointing to the Welcome Garden, where simple white flowers of a Japanese aster form a bright cloud beside the vibrant rosecoloured fleece flower, with a tall cluster of golden lace in the background.

This is now a more drought-tolerant perennial bed, replanted in 2012 to “reflect the environmental ethics of today’s gardeners,” comments Antonijevic.

“Gardens generally reflect the current mores of society,” she adds.

Before that it was a rose garden, but all the roses were lost in the

winter of 2010-2011 and the decision was made to transition it to experimental water-saving perennials. There was a water savings of 63,000 litres of water in the first year, enough to fill a swimming pool.

Even if you’re not willing or able to cut out all your water use on outdoor landscapes,

reducing the amount of outside watering is just as important in the dry Okanagan valley, where water is a particularly precious commodity, she said.

Since Antonijevic started work at the 15acre ornamental garden four years ago, she has taken steps to reduce water use, except in the

innovative 2.5-acre xeriscape garden started by Brian Stretch in 1991.

It’s still the first and largest xeriscape demonstration garden in the country, she notes with pride.

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the sprinkler heads in the turf areas, funded in part through an Okanagan Basin Water Board grant, and resulting in another 29 per cent water saving.

Antonijevic has applied for a separate grant to hire a dedicated xeriscape gardener to continue garden renovations to reduce water needs and the expense of annual beds. When she began at the gardens, 14,000 annuals were planted each spring. That said, there are a wide and colourful variety of drought-tolerant annuals as well, from popular zinnias and portulaca to alyssum, calendula, cosmos, geranium, marigolds, California and Shirley poppies, petunias, sunflowers and nasturtium. And many can be started from seed.

In the coming year, the SOG will feature a selection of plants highlighted at participating local garden centres as part of the Make Water Work Plant Collection, including thrift, lavender, sedum, coreopsis, blanket flower, catnip and thyme. Meanwhile, you can go to the Make Water Work website for details: www.makewaterwork.ca/plants.

Looking for additional inspiration for your yard? Antonijevic recommends the Okanagan Xeriscape Association website (www. okanaganxeriscape.org) which provides valuable tips and advice about conserving water on your landscape, but also a plant database of more than 400 drought-tolerant annuals, perennials, trees, vines and shrubs.

Also, check out the Autumn Garden Tour in Penticton Sept. 19 which includes a number of local xeriscape gardens, with proceeds going to the SOG. For details, go to www.summerlandornamentalgardens.org.

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Free Estimates. 250-770-0827 HERBARIA GARDEN AND LAWN. Landscape maintenance services in Penticton: including pruning, hedging, weeding, mulching and more.

Trees that can be pruned this time of year include: Beech, Birch, Elm, Goldenraintree, Honeylocust, Linden and Mountain Ash. Call Paul at 493-3362

Moving & Storage FAMILY Movers. Moving?

Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687 Penticton Movers introduces YOU LOAD, WE DRIVE, $69/half day, $99/full day, no drivers licence or credit card required. WE DRIVE & YOU SAVE MONEY. 250-490-0032

Painting & Decorating HERE COME THE PAINTERS, 15 years experience, Interior/Exterior, 250-486-2331 Valleywide Painting Services Residential & Commercial, quality work at competitive rates, 250-809-1779 or 250770-9026

RED SEAL AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN REQUIRED. Min. 5 years experience. Send resume with references to Sabyan Automotive in Oliver, ask for Chip. email:sabyan01@telus.net

SEMI-RETIRED accountant is looking for new clients. If you are a proprietorship, partnership or small incorporated business we can look after all your accounting needs. Call Don at Paquette and Associates 250-498-3947 or email: donjpaquette@gmail.com for a more complete discussion

Volunteers

Cleaning Services

VOLUNTEERS Wanted - SS Sicamous Museum (Penticton) Front Desk. Please call 250492-0403 for details :)

A) MISS MOP N’ TASKER. Licensed, bonded & insured professional house cleaning service. Contact 250-809-7522

PENTICTON Junk Removal!

Anything goes!

Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827

Funeral Homes

Funeral Homes

Pets & Livestock

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!

Rubbish Removal

Livestock

WATKINS EDI WATKINS blessed us with her presence on April 27, 1952 in Prince Albert, not far from her childhood home of Wakaw, Saskatchewan.

After a 3 and a half year battle with cancer (multiple myeloma), she left all those who loved her for her ‘special place’ at the tender age of 63 years on September 3, 2015. Born EDITH GAIL ZUK, she was always known simply as EDI. She married MIKE on October 14, 1972 (Thanksgiving weekend) in Kelowna.

She was the daughter of Morris Zuk & Olga Zuk (nee Bilyk) - both deceased, sister to Morris Jr. (deceased) & Marian (Saskatoon), Kenn Zuk (Trail), Wayne & Carole Zuk and Rob & Brenda Zuk (all of Saskatoon). She was also Aunt Edi to Tracey, Tim, Cristi, Brodie, Hallie and Meghan. She was also sister-in-law to Wayne & Lou Watkins (Brentwood Bay), Chris & Kathy Watkins (Port Alberni), and Dawn & Red Lawrence (Duncan) and a wonderful aunt to all their children.

Edi and Mike had no children of their own but, every year, were blessed with 20– 30 different kids whom she nurtured and taught to the highest standard possible throughout her career in the Kamloops and Penticton school districts. Teaching was her passion and her calling (her mom wanted her to be a nurse – she said ‘not’). Of her teachings, reading and music were her 2 specialties. She instilled a love of learning to her students and taught them to strive to do, and be, the best they could be. Her undergraduate Bachelor’s degree began at the University of Saskatchewan and was completed at the University of Victoria. Already an extraordinary teacher, she enrolled at Gonzaga University at the age of 50 to complete her Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction which she completed ‘with distinction’ in 2003. Her chosen program shows that she did not enroll to become an administrator, but rather to be an even better classroom educator than she already was. She loved her career. She loved her ’little blue house’ and the garden and new patio we built a few years ago. She loved her family & friends. She loved to travel - Australia, San Francisco (honeymoon), Japan, Arizona, Mexico (many times), Montreal (Rotary World Congress), Holland/Belgium/England, Central America/Columbia and Quebec/Maritimes/Boston areas on cruises. She loved to eat good food and good wine in the company of friends and family. Edi loved her ‘little blue Miata’. She also loved her ‘MIKE’ for which he is eternally grateful. So just who was Edi? This is what her family and friends have been writing and saying about her …….

Edi was an incredibly giving person to anyone and everyone–without discrimination. She was extremely friendly, strong willed, hardworking, kind, compassionate, witty, energetic and positive to all. Edi was extremely inspirational to her students and colleagues. She practiced her educational craft to an extremely high standard in Penticton and Kamloops for 37 years. Edi was truly a special and amazing woman. She was a wonderful person and a beautiful, dedicated, loving wife to Mike for almost 43 wonderful years. She will be greatly missed by all those whose lives she touched. Edi, my love…….Rest in Peace! As we said to each other countless times…….I will love you forever, and a day!

In accordance with Edi’s last wishes..… No flowers, please! In lieu of flowers, please donate blood to the Red Cross and/or register as an organ donor. A ‘Celebration of Life’ will be held on Oct. 11, 2015 (Thanksgiving weekend) at the Penticton Trade & Convention Center between 1 - 4 PM. Please bring your stories and memories to share with others.

Condolences may be directed to the family through www.providencefuneralhomes.com. 250-493-1774

Maids In An Instant. Efficient, hardworking, cleaner avail.

5-days a week,Mon.-Fri. Homes, offices, business, churches, restaurants, fall-rentals. Excel. Ref. Over 25ys Experience. 250-809-4509 ask for Britney

.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

Valley Wide Lawn Care, Call Gerald for prompt, curtious, reliable service, 250-493-5161 Valley Wide Lawn Care, Fall lawn core aeration plus fall fertilizer application, only $79.99 most size lawns, Call 250-4935161 Registrar

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Career Opportunities

Valley Wide Lawn Care, Fully experienced landscape, evergreen hedge & fruit tree pruner, (250)493-5161

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Shavings & Sawdust Friendly service from Summerland since 1972 Les Porter 250-490-1132

Steer calves, low line Angus & Jersey, on bucket $300; on pasture $475. Vaccinated, disbudded, gentle. 250-318-4894

Home Improvements

Pets

BELCAN

WOLF Hybrid Cubs. Reserve now. Sun Valley Wolf Kennels Kelowna. $1500. 250-765-4996 www.sunvalleywolfkennels.com

Painting & Reno’s

licensed, insured, WCB

Merchandise for Sale

roong, painting, tiling, ooring, kitchen/bath reno’s, carpentry nishing,

Appliances

Len (250)486-8800 www.belcan.ca lenmass@gmail.com

Journeyman Carpenter Renovations, small jobs, free estimates, Phil Kennedy (250)488-9420

Help Wanted

Whirlpool washer/dryer, can be stacked, $300obo, Kenmore washer/dryer, can be stacked, $300obo, Fridgidaire stacked washer/dryer, $150, Side by side Kitchen Aid Fridge, $250, Kenmore fridge, $150, delivery included, (250)493-2687

We are seeking energetic customer oriented individual to fill a part time sales clerk position. Must have general knowledge of sewing.

Please apply in person with resume to 2392 Skaha Lake Rd.

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Kiln Dried Wood Shavings, 54, 60 and 110 cu. yd., bulk loads, delivered starting @ $200 load, (250)770-0214

Medical/Dental

Medical/Dental

Licensed Practical Nurses Wanted BC Mental Health

Join our team in beautiful Osoyoos, BC at Country Squire Villa’s residential and psychosocial rehabilitation program. Help us support personal recovery, successful community integration and quality of life for persons living with mental health concerns in a therapeutic residential setting.

Full Benefits and Pension Plan.

Positions: nights; permanent full-time and casual.

Start Date: ASAP Contact: Joanne at 250-495-5468, option #4, or email at: joanne.proctor@countrysquirevilla.com

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Auctions BIGGEST Restaurant Equipment Auction In Canadian History! Kwik Auctions 2 Day Sale. Sept 14/15 - www.KwikAuctions.com - Online Bidding Available Via Bidspotter!

Heavy Duty Machinery

Browning A bolt 3; Vortex Diamondback HP 3 - 12x42; Bushnell 8x32 rangefinder binoculars; Dave 1-236-4261987 Good Prices!!

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.

Experienced wood carvers needed, full time. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866-528-7108 or 1778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

HUNTING Season Savings on selected used rifles/shotguns.

Quality Firearms Buy & Sell.

Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin

SCRAP PAPPY Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc., All insurance in place to work on your property. www.scrappappy.ca 250-547-2584.

Local Okanagan Resident looking to purchase firearms, fully licensed, will travel, Call or text, (250)809-9664

Misc. for Sale

Firearms

Free Items Free Kittens to good homes, mostly tabbies, call (250)4887619

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Fruit & Vegetables Beautiful Organic Ambrosia Nicola & Royal Gala apples, Pears, Peaches, Plums, $20 for 24lb box, (250)493-2220 Trout Creek Fruit Stand, 6215 Hwy 97, Across from Summerland Motel. Cherries, freestone peaches, nectarines, all kinds plums, new potatoes red & white & Yukon gold, hot & sweet peppers, Walla Walla onions, cantaloupe, watermelon, all kind apples; local Honey crisp, Gala, Ambrosia, Fuji, squash, Organic apple also, Bartlett pears, honey, jam, pickling cukes, fresh dill, green & yellow beans, beets, gourds, pumpkins and much more.

Firewood/Fuel A-1 Firewood, Full mixed cords, split & delivered, $225.

Pine, $200, 1/2 cords & 1/4 cords avail., Free delivery locally 250-770-0827, 250-8090127 evenings.

Antiques & Collectables Sale Vernon Collectors Club 27th Annual Vernon Rec Centre 3310 - 37 Avenue Next to Curling Rink 120 + tables of collectables!

Fri. Sept 18 2 - 8 PM, Sat Sept 19, 10 - 4 PM Admission $3.00 is good for BOTH days ENTRANCE at WEST SIDE OF building (backside) Table Rental 250-379-2587 Complete wine making kit, 3 carboys, air locks,1 primary fermentor, power filter and corker $75. Black & Decker bread machine, seldom used $30, Compound Bow Martin M1 Tiger, arrows & acces. $100. 6-gun lockable storage cabinet $50. 250-490-8766 SHOWERS & Walk-in Tubs Aquassure Accessible Baths 1048 Richter Kelowna 250868-1220 aquassure.com

Misc. Wanted BUYING coin collections, silver coins, antique coins, old money, sterling silver, gold jewelry. Todd - 250-864-3521

Musical Instruments

Furniture Double Sears Posturepedic, boxspring & mattress, $150, Double Serta mattress only, $100, Queen Beautyrest mattress only, $150, all with frames, delivery included, (250)493-2687

Garage Sales #138-1458 Cascade Gardens, Penticton Ave., park on road, Sat., Sept. 12, 8amnoon, antiques, collectibles, models & figurines.

BIG MOVING SALE at B&B- Unique items around the world. Sat & Sept 12 & 13, 9-3pm.

Sutherland Rd, (1.5 passed Hillside Winery).

32” Hitachi TV, older type with Motorola cable box, offers, (250)493-8755

Arta from Sun, 1120 km

Carport Sale, Sat., Sept. 12, 8am-noon, no early birds, 142 Duncan Pl., household items, sports equip., kitchen items, decorative, etc.

Guitar Lessons; private and group, Classic Guitars, Penticton, (250)492-5007

Sporting Goods Progression 680 Stationary Bike from Flaman’s Oct ‘12, new $725, Asking $450, Gary 250-499-9375

Real Estate Apt/Condos for Sale CHERRY LANE Towers, 1240sqft, 7th floor NE corner, by owner, $339,000, Appts. to view, 2bd, 2ba, 778-476-2018

For Sale By Owner PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $140,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: Spectacular 3 acre parcel owner financing. 250-558-7888

Estate / Multi-family Sales, 1646 Carmi Ave., Sat., Sept.

12, 8am-2pm, furniture, collectibles and misc.

Summerland, 3bdrm single level home, lots of upbrades & ample parking for RV’s, private enclosed backyard, 10517 Julia St., (250)494-3465

Estate Sale, Sat., Sept. 12, 8am-4pm, 1544 Ridgedale Ave.

Education/Trade Schools

Estate Sale; tools, orchard equipment, etc., Sat. & Sun., 2255 Naramata Rd. Huge Sale, Sat., Sept. 12, 1412 Ridgedale Ave., Collectibles, Christmas Decorations, Duvets, tools, motorcycle leathers & lots more!

Huge Yard Sale, lots of stuff, tools, clothes, you name it, anything and everything!

1391 Commercial Way and Carmi., Sat., Sept. 12th Large Garage Sale, 123 Granby Ave., Sat., Sept. 12, 8am Moving Sale, Everything must go, Sat., Sept 12, 7:30 am, 117-695 Pineview Rd. Multi-family back yard sale, #127-695 Pineview Rd., Sat., Sept. 12 & Sun., Sept.

13, 8am-3pm, Bistro set, karaoke player, garment steamer, furniture, clothing, jewelry, artist’s chair, etc.

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Homes for Rent

Tastefully finished 2bd, 2ba condo in Cherry Lane Towers, 236-422-4450 (local number)

LACASA Lake Cottage Resort, Elegant & modern 2 bdrm den, fully furn, move in ready, Avail Immediately $1500 incl util. 250-491-0823.

Mobile Homes & Parks #16 Riva Ridge Penticton Spacious modular home located in family park. Enjoy the lake view from your private covered deck. Warm up next to a real wood fireplace in your new home. You will have room for company with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Ample parking with two paved driveways, and a nice workshop for the handyman. 1440 sq.ft., $74,900. Vendor Financing available to qualified buyers, Garry Gratton, 250809-7293, Coldwell Banker, Ok Rlty MLS., OPEN HOUSE, SAT., noon-4pm

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1bdrm apt., 3rd floor, Strata, reno’d, ns, np, $690+ hydro, h/w, covered pkg. incl., a/c, coin laundry, bike room, park setting, lakeview, secure bldg., 1 block from OK lake, 922 Dynes, avail. Oct. 1, ref req., (250)493-2377 Bachelor, $600, 1bdrm, $700, 2bdrm, $850, clean, quiet, building, 50+, ns, np, 250-4927328 Clean 1bdrm suite w/full size f/s, $675/mo + util. avail Oct.1 Call 250-492-7129

Commercial/ Industrial 1000 sq ft of Industrial/Commercial space for lease. Warren Ave. 250-765-3295 APPLE PLAZA, Prime Central location in busy plaza; ample parking. 2300 SF build to suit; 220 SF shared office space; 600 SF up 1100 SF, call Barb 250-770-0536 Business Opportunity at APPLE PLAZA, furnished & equipped upscale office space, 1500 sqft. up to 2300 sqft. ready for occupancy, call for details, Barb 250-770-0536

Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrm 2bath unit, laminate floors, central location, private parking, cat ok with deposit, $1050/mo., 250-488-7902

Homes for Rent 2bdrm, 3 bath, full basement double wide, wood & electric heat, Twin Lakes area, $1000/mo., (250)497-8227

Auto Financing

Oliver, 3bdrm, 1.5 bath, carport, RV parking, np, ns, pref mature adults, long term, $1300, (heat, electric & water incl.), call (250)498-8869

PUBLIC NOTICE TAX SALE Act, notice is hereby Pursuant to Section 403 of the Local OF Government 2bdrm 1 bath basement suite, f/s,n/s, Wiltse area, close to PUBLIC NOTICE OF TAX SALE to TAX SALE unless the given that the following properties will be subject Pursuant to Section 403 of the Local Government Act, notice is hereby school, (250)493-9357 Delinquent taxes, together with interest are sooner paid.

The unless 2015 TAX Pursuant to Section 403 of the Local Government Act, notice is hereby givento that theSALE following properties given that the following properties will be subject TAX the will 2bdrm basement suite avail. betaxes, conducted intaxes, the Council Chambers ofare the City of Penticton, subject to TAXSALE SALEwill unless the Delinquent together with sooner paid. now, close to Wiltse be school, Delinquent together with interest areinterest sooner paid.

The 2015 TAX spacious, f/s, cable & internet, 171 Main at 10:00 a.m.

MONDAY, 28th, SALE will be conducted theon Council Chambers ofofthe City of2015.

Penticton, will be Street, conducted in thein Council Chambers ofSEPTEMBER the City Penticton, 171 Main Street, at ns, np, 250-492-3856 The 2015 TAX SALE 10:00 a.m. on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 171 Main Street, at28th, 10:002015. a.m. on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28th, 2015.

Townhouses

2bdrm, Baskin Gardens, reno’d, painted, f/s/w/d, fenced yard, large storage room, close to school, kids welcome, 1 small pet, $1050, Avail. Oct. 1, 250-490-9082

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts Used Tires, Huge Selection of used tires and wheels in stock.

We might have what you need. Prices vary according to size and quality. Starting at $25. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel, 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

Scrap Car Removal #1 GET the MOST for Your Junk Vehicle and scrap steel.

A Portion of proceeds to your LOCAL FOOD BANK. Call 778-581-cars (2277)

Trucks & Vans 1998 Ford Windstar Van, good running vehicle, must sell, first $600 takes, (778)476-1826 2002 Dodge B3500 Cargo Van, 360 air auto, very well maintained, $2,450 obo 1-250307-0798. Extended length 2008 Ford F250 4x4, ex cab, SB, auto, air, 139,000 kms, very well maintained, $10,900 obo 1-250-307-0505

Adult Escorts CORAL. Please take a chance on me. Body Massages. No texts Call 778-930-0794 JANICE, A delightful mistress for the discerning gentleman.

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The Tax Sale is adjourned adjourned until 2:00 p.m. p.m. allowing sale date, redeem the for property by paying at to tax the sale” Revenue Supervisor (Collector)in upset price with the time the to their certified form. time for the “purchaser “purchaser at tax sale” to make make their payment payment inthe certified form. applicable interest.

Upon redemption, the purchaser at the tax sale is refunded the purchase price plus The The owner owner or or any any person person who who has has aa registered registered charge charge may, may, within within one one interest (currently 6.0%).

year year from from the the tax tax sale sale date, date, redeem redeem the the property property by by paying paying to to the the Revenue Revenue Supervisor (Collector) the upset price with the applicable interest.

Upon For further information, please contact the Tax Department at (250)490-2485 or email taxclk@penticton.ca. redemption, the purchaser at the tax sale is refunded the purchase price plus interest (currently 6.0%). For further information, please contact the Tax Department at (250)490-2485 or email taxclk@penticton.ca.

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September 11 Penticton Blood donor Clinic from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Dropin Centre, 2965 South Main St. Be sure to take the eligibility quiz before donating at www.blood.ca or call 1-888-236-6283 to prescreen yourself prior to your donation. Visit www.blood.ca for more info about donating.[091p] okanagan Falls legion has Ladies Auxiliary beef dip after the regular meat draws at 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday.[091p] Bereavement Walking grouP from 9:45 a.m. to noon. Meet at the Bereavement Resource Centre, 129 Nanaimo Ave. W. No registration required. Call Andrea at 250-492-9071 (ext.2203) for more information.[0918c] calling all artists: Picture This Custom Framing and Gallery is taking submissions until Sept. 25, for October’s show, Ocular Obscurity.

Do you have original artwork that is edgy, disturbing, dark or creepy?

Bring it on! All submissions are free. Please visit peggystel.com/events for complete submission guidelines.[0925p] the oliver seniors’ Centre, 5876 Airport St., has bingo at 1 p.m. every Friday and regular drop-in pool Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12:30 p.m.[091c] elks cluB on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m. eagles cluB has Friday Night Live dinner at 5 p.m. and entertainment at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome. south main droP-in Centre has bocce and yoga at 9 a.m., Tai Chi at 10:30 a.m., Mah Jong at 1 p.m.[fr] royal canadian legion branch 40 has fish and chips lunch at 11:30 a.m.

Steak and baked potato dinner with all the trimmings at 5:30 p.m. singles lunch grouP for 65-plus seniors meets at noon. Meet new friends and chat. Call 250-4965980 or 250-770-8622 for more info.

t he B ereavement resource Centre at 129 Nanaimo Ave. W has weekly drop-in grief support sessions Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Adults welcome. For more information on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, please call 250-490-1107.[fr] the oliver senior Centre, 5876 Airport St., has bingo with a loonie pot every Friday at 1 p.m.

Everyone welcome. anavets has karaoke with Shawna at 7:30 p.m. al-anon meets at the Bethel Pentecostal Church at 945 Main St. from 6 to 7 p.m. For info call 250-490-9272.

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250-490-9216 (24 hours). elks cluB on Ellis Street has crib at 10 a.m., dropin darts and early bird draw at 4 p.m., a meat draw at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m. royal canadian legion branch 40 has crib at 10 a.m., beef dip lunch at 11 a.m., meat draw and Ladies Auxiliary 50/50 draw at 2 p.m. anavets has the kitchen open from 9 a.m. to noon, drop-in pool at noon, dinner by Stu at 5:30 p.m. Entertainment by Bandmaster at 6:30 p.m.[sa] charity Bottle drive with all money going to the Penticton Regional Hospital paediatric ward, SPCA, Critteraid and the Summerland food bank.

discovery house is holding their fourth annual golf tournament fundraiser at St. Andrew’s by the Lake course. Shotgun start is at 3 p.m., dinner is at 5:30 p.m. For sponsorship information or to register, call 250462-1388 or email prrs@ shaw.ca. Support local men recovering from drug and alcohol addiction.[0912p] okanagan Falls legion Candlelight Service, a commemorative ceremony for our veterans at OK Falls Cemetery at 4 p.m. Everyone welcome.[0912p] the Penticton squares dance club is providing entertainment at the Cherry Lane Shopping Centre starting at 3 p.m or try square dancing for free at their open house dance on Sept. 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 2965 South Main. For more info, call 250-7708152, email pentictonsquares@shaw.ca or visit www.takemedancing. squaredance.bc.ca.[0912p] the oliver seniors’ Centre, 5876 Airport St., has dancing at 10 a.m. on Sept. 12 to the Oliver Seniors Volunteer Band.[0912c] eagles cluB has member appreciation day, burgers and fries at noon, beaver races at 4 p.m. alcoholics anonymous has daily meetings in Penticton and area. Call

everyone is Welcome to the Legion Ladies Auxiliary pancake breakfast in the hall, 502 Martin St., from 8:30 a.m. till noon. For $5 you get pancakes, ham, sausage, orange juice and coffee and 50 cents more gets you strawberries and cream.[0913p] okanagan Falls legion has a Fun Day starting at 1 p.m., bingo, horse races and hot dogs.[0913p] anavets has horse races and meat draws at 2 p.m.

weather permitting at Fairview Plaza, 1652 Fairview Rd. For info, call 250-493-6604.

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September 14 The Oliver SeniOrS’ Centre, 5876 Airport St., has a general meeting at 1:30 p.m. Guest speaker is Brittany Von Burg, Better at Home program co-ordinator.[0914p] SOuTh Main DrOp-in Centre has bocce and improver line dance at 9 a.m., computer instruction at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Scrabble and Mah Jong at 10 a.m., carpet bowling at 10:45 a.m.,

intermediate line dance and duplicate bridge at 1 p.m.

The SOuTh Okanagan/ SiMilkaMeen MS chapter is looking for volunteers for their Friendly Visitor program, individuals who can help change a life by making at least one monthly visit to a care facility resident with MS. Volunteers would need to make a minimum six-month commitment, have a caring and friendly demeanor, and be at least 18 years of age.

Following the completion of an application, an interview and proper screening, volunteers will receive an orientation and training. Call Sherry at 250-493-6564 or e-mail sherry.wezner@mssociety.ca to volunteer.[097p] anaveTS club haS Dart and pool leagues at 7 p.m. have yOu Or a loved one had a stroke? The Heart and Stroke Foundation’s free Living with Stroke program starts Oct. 5 for seven weekly, two hour sessions in Penticton.

Call to register at 1-888473-4636.[105p] rOyal canaDian legiOn branch 40 has lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., dart dolls at 11 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m. Fitness Friends Ladies Fitness class at 10:30 a.m. iODe ThrifT ShOp at 464 Main St. is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday.

Clothing, kitchenwares, China items and more. elkS club On Ellis Street has crib and pub league darts at 7 p.m.

Weekly SuppOrT grOup at the Penticton Regional Hospital Mood Clinic for family or friends of any person who has a mental illness from noon to 1 p.m. Call 250-493-7338 for details. line Dancing aT the Oliver Senior Centre at 7 p.m. Get moving with Claire Denney. Call 778439-2070 for more information. flOOr curling aT 12:45 p.m. every Monday except holidays in the Leisure Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. fraTernal OrDer Of the Eagles has league darts at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St.

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September 15 penTicTOn Tune-agerS chOir practice with conductor Gordon Dawson on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon at the Shatford Centre 760 Main St. Over 50 and enjoy singing?

Come and check us out, or call Gordon at 250492-9844.[098s] TOaSTMaSTerS, Where leaDerS are made. Drop in to South Okanagan Toastmasters any

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Please call Debora for details at 250-462-7340.

SOuTh Main DrOp-in Centre has ultra-beginner line dance at 9 a.m., social bridge at 9:15 a.m., sing-along at 10:30 a.m., lunch at 11:30 a.m., partner bridge at 12:45 p.m., iPads at 1 p.m., knitting and crocheting at 1 p.m., intermediate line dance at 1 p.m.

TOpS b.c. 4454 has weekly meetings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 445 Ellis St. Use back lane entrance. Meetings are downstairs. Phone Pat at 250-493-7887 or Sally at 250-492-6556.

MenTal WellneSS cenTre has individual support for family members in Summerland from

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Ω

WEEKLY

Ω

$1,800 DOWN AT

MONTHLY APR FOR 60 MONTHS ≠

SORENTO, OPTIMA, SEDONA, SOUL

Clef d’or "Best in Class"

RIO, FORTE, RONDO

5-Star Safety Ratings More Stars. Safer Cars.

OPTIMA, SPORTAGE AWD, SOUL, FORTE, SEDONA, SORENTO

2015

SPORTAGE

2015

LX AT FWD

UP TO

4,000

$ SORENTO

*

ON REMAINING 2015s

IN CASH DISCOUNTS

Sportage SX Luxury shown‡

WHILE QUANTITIES LAST!

OPTIMA

WELL-EQUIPPED FROM

$

Optima SX Turbo shown‡

LX AT

21,452

*

INCLUDES

5,000

$

*

IN CASH DISCOUNTS

GREAT OFFERS ON REMAINING 2015 MODELS WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED *5-year/100,000 km worry-free comprehensive warranty.

See kia.ca for more

Penticton Kia

550 Duncan Avenue West, Penticton, BC (250) 276-1200

Offer(s) available on select new 2015/2016 models through participating dealers to qualified retail customers who take delivery from September 1 to 30, 2015. Dealers may sell or lease for less. Some conditions apply. See dealer for complete details. Vehicles shown may include optional accessories and upgrades available at extra cost. All offers are subject to change without notice. All pricing includes delivery and destination fees up to $1,715, $22 AMVIC, $100 A/C charge (where applicable). Excludes taxes, licensing, PPSA, registration, insurance, variable dealer administration fees, fuel-fill charges up to $100, and down payment (if applicable and unless otherwise specified). Other lease and financing options also available. Φ 0% financing for up to 84 months or up to $7,000 discount available on other select 2015 models. Discount is deducted from the negotiated purchase/lease price before taxes. Maximum $7,000 discount is offered on 2015 Optima Hybrid LX (OP74AF) only. Certain conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. Representative Financing Example: Financing offer available on approved credit (OAC), on a new 2015 Forte Sedan LX MT (FO541F) with a selling price of $17,652 is based on monthly payments of $174 for 84 months at 0% with a $0 down payment, $0 security deposit and first monthly payment due at finance inception. Offer also includes $3,000 cash discount. Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. *Cash Purchase Price for the new 2015 Optima LX AT (OP742F)/2015 Sportage 2.4L LX AT FWD (SP752F)/2015 Optima Hybrid LX (OP74AF) is $21,452/$23,032/$24,752 and includes a cash discount of $5,000/$4,000/$7,000 including $6,000 cash discount and $1,000 ECO credit. Dealer may sell for less. Other taxes, registration, insurance and licensing fees are excluded. Cash discounts vary by model and trim and are deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes. ≠Representative Leasing Example: Lease offer available on approved credit (OAC), on new 2016 Sorento 2.4L LX FWD (SR75AG)/2015 Soul 1.6L LX+ MT (SO553F) with a selling price of $29,332/$20,632 is based on monthly payments of $299/$175 for 60/60 months at 1.9%/0%, $0 security deposit, $1,800/$850 down payment and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $17,948/$10,508 with the option to purchase at the end of the term for $11,431/$9,275. Lease has 16,000 km/yr allowance (other packages available and $0.12/km for excess kilometres). ΩLease payments must be made on a monthly or bi-weekly basis but cannot be made on a weekly basis. Weekly lease payments are for advertising purposes only. ‡Model shown Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price for 2015 Soul SX Luxury (SO758F)/2015 Sportage SX Luxury (SP759F)/2015 Optima SX Turbo AT (OP748F)/2016 Sorento SX Turbo AWD (SR75IG) is $27,295/$38,495/$34,895/$42,095.

The Kia Soul received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact multi-purpose vehicles in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 U.S. new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of U.S. owners surveyed from February to May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. The Kia Sorento received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among midsize SUVs in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 U.S. new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of U.S. owners surveyed from February to May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. The 2015 Rio/2015 Forte/2015 Rondo were awarded with the Clef d’or “Best in Class” by L’Annuel de l’automobile 2015. Visit www.annuelauto.com for all the details. The 2016 Sorento/2015 Optima/2015 Sedona/2015 Soul were awarded the 2015 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for model year 2016/2015/2015/2015. U.S. models tested. Visit www.iihs.org for full details. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). 2015 Kia Soul awarded ALG Residual Value Award for highest resale value in its class. Based on ALG’s residual value forecast for the 2015 model year. ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data, www.alg.com. The all-new 2016 Kia Sorento was awarded the ‘iF Design Award’ for its outstanding design. The ‘iF Design Award’ is one of the world’s most important prizes for excellence in design, www.ifdesign.de. Information in this advertisement is believed to be accurate at the time of printing. For more information on our 5-year warranty coverage, visit kia.ca or call us at 1-877-542-2886. Kia is a trademark of Kia Motors Corporation.

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$

Soul SX Luxury shown‡

1.6L LX+ MT

THAT’S LIKE PAYING ONLY

SOUL

“HIGHEST RANKED MIDSIZE SUV IN INITIAL QUALITY IN THE U.S.” BY J.D. POWER

Wise customers read the fine print: *, †, Ω, ≥, ˆ, § The All Out Clearout Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after September 1, 2015. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2015 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. †0% purchase financing available on select new 2015 Ram 1500 and Ram Heavy Duty models to qualified customers on approved credit through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Example: 2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 (25A+AGR) with a Purchase Price of $28,998 with a $0 down payment, financed at 0% for 72 months equals 156 bi-weekly payments of $186 with a cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $28,998. Ω$10,000 in total discounts includes $8,500 Consumer Cash and $1,500 Loyalty/Conquest Bonus Cash. Consumer Cash Discounts are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. $1,500 Ram Truck Loyalty/Conquest/Skilled Trades Bonus Cash is available on the retail purchase/lease of 2015 Ram 1500 (excludes Reg. Cab), 2014 Ram 2500/3500 or 2015 Ram Cargo Van and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include: 1. Current owners/lessees of a Dodge or Ram Pickup Truck or Large Van or any other manufacturer’s Pickup Truck or Large Van. The vehicle must have been owned/leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before September 1, 2015. Proof of ownership/Lease agreement will be required. 2. Customers who are skilled tradesmen or are acquiring a skilled trade. This includes Licensed Tradesmen, Certified Journeymen or customers who have completed an Apprenticeship Certification. A copy of the Trade Licence/Certification required. 3. Customers who are Baeumler Approved service providers. Proof of membership is required. Limit one $1,500 bonus cash offer per eligible transaction. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. ≥2.99% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT models through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Example: 2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT with a Purchase Price of $28,998 (including applicable Consumer Cash) financed at 2.99% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 416 weekly payments of $78 with a cost of borrowing of $3,615 and a total obligation of $32,613. ˆ3 For Free offer is available on select new 2015/2016 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or Ram models and 2014/2015/2016 Ram Heavy Duty models at participating dealers from September 1, 2015 to September 30, 2015 inclusive. Offer includes the consumer’s choice of: (i) three (3) bi-weekly purchase/lease finance payments up to $750 in total (inclusive of all applicable fees and taxes); or (ii) up to $750 cash discount (deducted from the purchase price before taxes). Finance customers will receive a cheque for their first 3 bi-weekly payments (to a maximum of $750). Lease customers will have their first lease payment paid (to a maximum of $250), and will receive a cheque for the next 2 payments (to a maximum of $500). Offer available at participating dealers only. See dealer for complete details and exclusions. §Starting from prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g. paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. ••With as low as 7.1 L/100 km (40 MPG) highway. Based on 2014 EnerGuide highway fuel consumption ratings. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. 10.2 L/100 km (28 MPG) city and 7.1 L/100 km (40 MPG) highway on Ram 1500 4x2 model with 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 and 8-speed automatic. Ask your dealer for EnerGuide information. ≤Based on 2500/250 and 3500/350 class pickups. When properly equipped. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc.

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2015 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB SXT 4x4

28,998 PURCHASE PRICE INCLUDES $8,500 FINANCE CONSUMER CASH,* FOR $1,500 LOYALTY/ CONQUEST BONUS CASHΩ AND FREIGHT.

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FOR 96 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN

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in total discounts*

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Starting from price for 2015 Ram 1500 Sport shown: $39,765.§

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NOW GET 0% FINANCING† FOR 72 MONTHS ON RAM HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS

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