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Today we launch a new special feature in the Kelowna Capital News, a regular supplement called What's Up on the Westside.

As the name would indicate, our goal is to give additional focus to the issues and the people making an impact on the lives of Westside residents.

The City of West Kelowna, Westbank First Nation reserve lands, Peachland and the surrounding rural areas—the Westside is a growing urban community looking to grow beyond the shadow of its larger neighbour across Okanagan Lake, but still retains an identity of rural lifestyle and independent living.

While the Central Okanagan's growth over the last 15 years and beyond will see communities from Enderby to Osoyoos continue to become increasingly linked together by population and commercial growth, overcoming natural geographic boundaries that exist, the fight to preserve the individual identity of valley communities will carry on, and Westside will be no different in that regard.

Schools, community centres, commercial centres, downtown Westbank, new residential subdivisions—all will continue to change as the Westside's history moves forward, and we look forward to What's Up On The Westside helping to illuminate that ongoing evolution.

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〉 WEST KELOWNA IS SEEING A MAJOR INFLUX OF TOURISTS FROM SOUTHEAST ASIA AND OTHER REGIONS, BUT A LACK OF FACILITIES FOR CORPORATE MEETINGS AND TIGHT MARKETING BUDGETS HAVE CAPPED INDUSTRY GROWTH POTENTIAL.

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But without a dedicated marketing budget specifically earmarked for West Kelowna tourist attractions, the industry is having difficulty building on existing momentum to put West Kelowna on the international stage.

By Mike Straus Tourism in West Kelowna is becoming big business.

Local wineries, golf courses, walking trails, and farms are driving significant growth in the local tourism industry, with West Kelowna coming into its own as a

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essarily highlighted as much as they should be. “There are some funding hurdles to clear,” Schmoll said.

“The city doesn’t have the money to do effective marketing. Destination BC, Tourism Kelowna, and TOTA are promoting the area, but the promotions aren’t as focused on West Kelowna as I’d like to see.”

“The biggest space we have is the Lion’s Hall.

There’s nothing else available. I used to work on Vancouver Island. Nanaimo has a convention centre.

Why can’t West Kelowna have one?”

John Perrott, the economic development officer for the District of West Kelowna, says the city is using its marketing dollars for maximum leverage and relies on partnerships with other organizations to create awareness.

“We receive our funding from the City of West Kelowna, the Westbank First Nation, and Destination BC,” explained Perrott.

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Westside contribute voluntarily. More money could always make a difference, but right now we’re partnering with Tourism Kelowna and TOTA (to raise West Kelowna’s profile).”

Perrott says that a convention space isn’t on the District of West Kelowna’s radar for the near future.

Instead, he says that the district would prefer to see industry step up and meet that need.

“The development of meeting space is something that we leave up to the industry. That’s consistent with the approaches of municipalities up and down the valley. There are community buildings that businesses can use, and we’d certainly look at how to better promote our facilities.”

Norm LeCavalier, chair of the Greater Westside Board of Trade, is hoping

that the Westbank First Nation may be able to move the needle on a convention centre project.

“When I was in Kelowna, I led a task force for a convention centre. It didn’t go anywhere. So when I first came on board here in West Kelowna, I met with (former Westbank First Nation Chief Robert Louie),” LeCavalier said.

“We sent him a letter of support for a convention centre. Unfortunately, the Westbank First Nation hasn’t been able to pursue anything, but it’s my goal to revisit that with the new chief. It’s badly needed.”

While it’s unclear how or when a convention centre will come about, it will require cooperation between local government, businesses, and industry advocacy groups for the project to succeed.

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Thorpe family doubles the dollars for UBC student scholarships this year This year, to celebrate 10 years of giving, the Thorpe family decided to give money to twice as many UBC students as in previous years.

It was 2006 when the Rick and Yasmin Thorpe & Friends Scholarship was established. Coming from the South Okanagan, the Thorpe’s goal is assist students living in that region—donating to two university-bound students each year who are graduating from schools located on the west side of Okanagan Lake, from Penticton to Killiney Beach.

First-year Bachelor of Science students (from left) Thomas Girard, Gurpreet Saini, Alyssa Liegmann and Kohl Finlayson each received $2,500 towards tuition from the Rick and Yasmin Thorpe and Friends Scholarship foundation.

This year, they have provided a scholarship for four first-year students who will each receive $2,500.

“Rick and I are pleased to be able to assist these students,” said Yasmin John-Thorpe. “They are our future, and we wish them all the best with their studies."

Students who received a $2,500 entrance scholarship from the Thorpe foundations this year are Mount Boucherie Secondary School graduates Alyssa Liegmann, Gurpreet Saini and Thomas Girard. Kohl Finlayson, a Princess Margaret Secondary School graduate, also won a $2,500 Rick and Yasmin Thorpe & Friends Scholarship. All four students are working towards their Bachelor of Science degrees.

Adrienne Nolan, director of development at UBC’s Okanagan campus, says awards like the annual Rick and Yasmin Thorpe and Friends Entrance Scholarship have helped grow the young campus by supporting the university’s first decade of students.

“We are grateful to the Thorpe family, whose generosity and passion for helping Okanagan students has created opportunities that will yield benefits long into the future,” said Nolan.

“There is a great need for scholarships to assist students in pursuing post-secondary education. We hope the leadership shown by the Thorpes will encourage Okanagan students to pursue their opportunities at UBC Okanagan.”

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Westside 〉 FOR A LONG TIME, OKANAGAN LAKE’S WEST SHORE HAS BEEN CANADA’S BEST KEPT SECRET. But increasingly, the word is getting out.

We’re known across Canada for many things – our unparalleled lifestyle, weather, and a thriving wine industry – but increasingly, we’re known for something else: opportunity.

BC has Canada’s leading economy, and the Central Okanagan is playing a central role. There are lots of reasons why, but let me just touch on three of them.

Agriculture brought the first settlers here, and it’s sustaining growth in the 21st century.

Okanagan produce has always been the world’s finest – it’s just a question of giving people the opportunity to experience it, be it across the street or halfway around the world.

Growing demand has propelled our exports to record levels of nearly $3 billion.

That means more opportunity for our growers and farmers.

For thousands of people around the world, their first taste of B.C. products inspires them to come see the Okanagan for themselves.

As B.C.’s wine industry continues to attract international acclaim, they’re going to have lots of company

B.C. Premier Christy Clark

when they get here.

Since 2001, the number of wineries has grown from 70 to over 320.

More than 1.5 million people come from all over the world to see what all the fuss is about – and they must like what they taste, because wine exports are growing to almost $9 million per year.

Agriculture and tourism may already come to mind – but did you know the Central Okanagan is also a thriving tech hub?

We’ve got 633 tech businesses in the Okanagan – 13 per cent more than in 2013.

There are about 7,600 people in the region employed by tech companies, and more every year.

A vibrant, diverse economy is bringing people and investors here like never before.

No matter if you were born and raised here, moved here from elsewhere, or are just visiting us on vacation – there’s a world of opportunity and discovery here.

So whether you’re here for the weekend, or this is home – welcome.

You couldn’t be in a better place.

Premier Christy Clark is the MLA for the Westside-Kelowna provincial riding.

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Westbank student launches

SOCIAL MEDIA STORYTELLING PROJECT

By Mike Straus In high schools all across the country, it’s easy to walk through the hallways, from class to class, without truly knowing anyone.

Humans of Boucherie aims to change that. 〉 GRADE 12 STUDENT KARAH HOPGOOD OF MOUNT BOUCHERIE SECONDARY SCHOOL HAS CREATED THE HUMANS OF BOUCHERIE INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT TO CONNECT STUDENTS AND STAFF, SO THEY CAN TELL THE STORIES THAT MAKE MOUNT BOUCHERIE WHAT IT IS. Grade 12 student Karah Hopgood learned of the project at a leadership camp in California, and instantly realized the impact it could have at Mount Boucherie.

“I’ve been going to this leadership camp for the last 3 years,” Hopgood said.

“The point of the camp is to inspire you to bring something back to your school.

I heard about this project, which a student was doing at another school, and I realized it was something I wanted to do.

"Also, when I heard about all of the benefits that his school saw when he did it – positivity, a more welcoming spirit – I loved it.”

Hopgood started the Instagram account two months ago, and in that time she has already recruited 20 team members to collect stories and photos.

The team interviews

students and staff about their lives, and then posts stories drawn from those interviews on Instagram along with a photo of each interviewee.

Inspired by the Humans of New York photojournalism project and others like it, Humans of Boucherie strives to break down barriers and connect unlikely friends.

Hopgood says that the project is already making progress toward that goal.

“It’s only been two months, but we’re much more aware of each other. Our first interview was with the janitor, Steve, who is very well liked and popular. That experience opened everyone’s eyes – we all knew about him, but we didn’t know him.”

Hopgood says that Humans of Boucherie taps into the power of storytelling to connect communities and to demonstrate a fundamental truth: That nobody is truly alone in the world.

The Humans of Boucherie Instagram account already has 800 followers, and is quickly growing. The account’s followers include students, staff, and parents.

Other social media accounts exist for similar projects at Dr. Knox Middle School in Glenmore and L.A. Matheson Secondary School in Surrey.

And while Hopgood loves working on the project, she’s already thinking about its future after she graduates.

“This is my last year, and I’ve wanted to get involved in as many things as possi-

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ble. Grad council, volleyball, volunteering at the hospital.

But I’m hoping that Humans of Boucherie is the start of something that will continue on for years," she said.

"We have some Grade 11 students who will take over when I graduate.”

Hopgood is planning to attend university for medicine next fall. She says she’s going to pursue a degree either at UBC Okanagan or at another institution in the BC Interior.

For now, though, she’s happy to see the school community working together to share meaningful stories.

“I just want to say thank you to all of the school staff and all the people in the community who have been helping me. I wouldn’t have been able to do this without the support of the staff and my peers.”

The Humans of Boucherie project is available for viewing at instagram.com/ humansofboucherie.

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Youth entrepreneurship signals progress There is no doubt in our minds that youth is the future of our nation and inheritors of tomorrow. 〉 WHEN CANADA HAS A HEALTHY YOUTH POPULATION, WE WILL FIND OUR NATION MAKING WONDERFUL HEADWAY IN TERMS OF OVERALL DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC PROGRESS. The world today has evolved dramatically into a technology era. Everywhere I go, I see where technology in all its many faces, has enabled progress in all fields and levels of our provincial and Canadian society.

This technological revolution now before us has changed the face of lives bringing health care, information and connectivity to even the most remote regions that previously were considered isolated.

Governments throughout Canada are focussed on looking at frameworks and strategies to creating new jobs and increasing employment rates.

In many regions, youth entrepreneurship has been clearly recognized as a significant socio-economic tool that can readily help sustain growing economies, integrate our youth into the workforce in the self-employment genre besides leading to the overall development of our regional landscapes.

So "face and embrace" this, entrepreneurship in any

realm of our Canadian society is a sign of progress.

The IT world has been a known playground for youth entrepreneurship and the need of the day is to create the healthy environments to create many more industry entrepreneurial stars and make the opportunities for every youth to dream big a finger tip away from trying their immersion into the world of entrepreneurial delight.

We together must embrace the notion of building a youth entrepreneurial culture as a component of broader entrepreneurship and small business regional strategies among our regions.

Governments and international agencies have publicly and privately held long-term agendas to co-operate and collaborate in the develop-

ment of such strategies and implementation plans that would create environments conducive to entrepreneurship-friendly horizons.

Two important aspects toward building a youth entrepreneurship culture stand out clearly to me—building through education and promotion of such culture

through media and public relations. Now, we have truly began the journey in our regional educational fields both within and external to our educational systems.

While that alone is exciting, we are not quite at the level of that culture yet.

Apart from introducing enterprise education, an absolutely critical element that must be included in an entrepreneurship strategy is to address the issue of building entrepreneurial awareness and culture factors among our youth.

Hosting awareness programs, orientation camps, group discussions, specifically targeted campaigns, promoting youth entrepreneurship events at all possible forums as well as launching achievement awards and competitions are wonderful channels for building the youth entrepreneurship culture we need now and in our near future.

Theory tells us also that a significant part of learning occurs through observing and emulating role models.

Doesn't everyone wish to become a Steve Jobs or Bill Gates?

Quite a few values, thinking patterns, attitudes, etc. are imbibed by the individuals based on their role model's personality and character. Therefore, it is well known that engaging successful youth and adult entrepreneurs as regional entrepreneurial ambassadors

and Joel Young, Okanagan Valley en- Entrepreneurs Society trepreneurs in residence such as my friend Raghwa Gopal is one of the best strategies to build an entrepreneurial culture among our younger regional population.

My final words today lead me into sharing with you an national entrepreneurial organization that has a regional home right around the corner from each of you in this beloved Okanagan.

This organization is titled, The Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF. ca), a national non-profit entrepreneurship foundation which has a loan program and advisory services for aspiring young men and women between the ages of 18 and 39 who wish to embark on the journey of thinking, acting and behaving entrepreneurial.

Our Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurs Society (OVeSociety.ca) is the regional delivery arm of this wonderful tool for your entre' into this challenging but joyous world.

And, please do not forget to encourage your children, relatives and loved ones to explore the world of self-employment through entrepreneurial pursuit.

Joel Young is a West Kelowna resident and founder of the Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurs Society.

❆ November 25, 2016 | What’s Up Westside X9

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Potential review of North Westside governance options

By Richard Rolke The North Westside’s elected representative will push for a governance review now that Victoria’s support appears clear.

The North Westside Communities Association and the Regional District of Central Okanagan have received a letter from Community Development Minister Peter Fassbender on a potential review of governance options for the area.

“I understand now from our communications that the board is considering a study that includes all of the North Westside fire protection service area and I support considering that scope as it includes the largest populous in your communities, rather than narrowing the geography within the North Westside,” said Fassbender in the letter.

Previously, Fassbender had only identified Killiney Beach and he had indicated it was too small to pursue municipal status.

Wayne Carson, North Westside director, welcomes Fassbender’s acknowledgement that

any study will cover an area from Westshore to LaCasa.

“The ministry is on the job and concerned,” he said. Ministry staff will provide information to the RDCO board Nov. 28.

“I will put forward a motion at that time for board support for a governance study,” said Wayne Carson.

The North Westside Communities Association welcomes Fassbender’s clarification of a study and its scope.

“We have received fantastic news from Minister Fassbender,” said Michelle Carson, association vice-president.

Currently, North Westside, with a population of 1,000 to 1,500, has one director at the 12-member RDCO board table.

Many North Westside residents have indicated that current structure doesn’t represent their needs because the area is quite a ways from the RDCO office and service costs are growing.

A 700-name petition calling for a study was received by RDCO.

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Canadian American relationship post-election

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〉 EARLIER THIS MONTH, CANADIANS WOKE UP TO THE GENERALLY UNEXPECTED AND SURPRISING NEWS THAT PRESIDENT- ELECT DONALD TRUMP WILL SOON OCCUPY THE WHITE HOUSE. On top of this, the Republican Party also remains in control of both the United

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But for Canadians, the larger question for us I have been hearing is what does this all mean for Canada?

While the answer to this question is a bit unknown this early on, some early speculation and concern does point to several possibilities.

Possibly the most obvious is that Trump, much like many of the elected Republican leaders, has long stated support for approving the Keystone XL pipeline project.

It should not be forgotten that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has also been a strong supporter of this particular pipeline, and in fact has travelled to Washington DC to express his desire to see that pipeline built.

While some in Canada will see this is a positive economic development, other Canadians will certainly be in opposition.

Related to the Keystone XL pipeline is environmental

concerns, specifically that it is widely expected Trump will not implement a mandatory carbon tax in the United States much less ratify the Paris Accord as the Liberal government is currently doing in Canada.

As a result, this will make Canada less competitive as a manufacturing jurisdiction in some sectors. And given Trump’s often demonstrated projectionist views opposing free trade agreements already in place, this may be an area of concern.

As the United States is Canada’s largest trading partner, any changes that discourage or diminish trade relations may have serious economic consequences on our side of the border. As an example, currently Canada has a critical need for a new softwood lumber deal with the United States and it remains unclear what, if any, progress our Liberal government has made on this file.

Trade issues aside, Trump has also indicated that the United States will have a greater expectation of increased contributions from NATO members such as Canada.

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While it is unclear what type of increase may be contemplated, given Canada’s current fiscal state of significantly rising deficit budgets with no return to balance any increased financial pressure will not be welcome.

For me, I also believe that the United States cannot become completely isolationist, meaning it is unlikely the strong trading relationship between Canada and the United States will not be fiscally severed.

Likewise, if Trump is reluctant to enter into trade and investment agreements with other nations, this may well open other opportunities for Canada to fill those gaps.

My final point is one of cautious optimism given that Trudeau repeatedly and wisely avoided entering into commenting on the U..S election, and as such I would expect should receive an open welcome to sit down with Trump .

The United States, like all nations, will need allies and there is no question that the Canada-US relationship has been one of the strongest and most successful in the world. I believe it is in the national interest of both of our nations to ensure this relationship continues. As always I welcome your comments, questions and concerns on this or any issue before the House of Commons. Dan Albas can be reached at dan.albas@parl.gc.ca or call toll free 1-800-665-8711. Â

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Lindley’s grandparents are Angeline and Tom Lindley, and Emily Michele and Edward McDougall. Her parents were Norman Lindley, who was the first elected Chief of Westbank First Nation (1963), and Elizabeth Lindley Charters. Chief Lindley has three children – Twyla, Rheanna and Nathan – and four grandchildren, Alyssa, Ethan, Warrick and Robbie. Her long-time partner of over thirty years is Wayne Sahli.

Prior to being elected as Chief, Lindley had the opportunity to travel abroad and

witness opportunities for First Nation international partnerships, training, aboriginal tourism and investment.

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he Sncewips Heritage Museum showcases all that the sqilxw (First Nation) people from this area have to offer. There are excellent opportunities for everyone to get involved through the Museum, and we encourage you to pay a visit and share your ideas and feedback.

The Sncewips Heritage Museum is the foundation for our own Centre of Excellence. We are here to ensure that there is a protected place for our culture and heritage, with our main goal being to engage the public and represent sqilxw people from our perspective.

(On right) Jordan Coble, Cultural and Operations Administrator

Westbank First Nation has worked hard to ensure that there are laws, policies, and procedures in place to manage and maintain a heritage museum, ensuring that our heritage, and that of the greater Okanagan Nation, can be preserved for future generations.

Following best museum practice, we have a trained professional staff dedicated to collecting, preserving, restoring, and interpreting archival, art, and artefact collections.

As a professional heritage organization, we are also committed to the repatriation of syilx artefacts held by other museums.

ADMISSION There is no admission fee to tour the Sncewips Heritage Museum, except for groups. We do appreciate donations and we ask that you take the time to sign our guest book on your way out.

Be sure to visit our gift store on your visit: First Nations Gift Store Westbank First Nation Trading Post 2nd Floor WFN Government Building 515 Hwy 97 South, Kelowna, B.C.

MISSION We believe in the power of our own voice to inspire, educate, and transform. We are dedicated to collecting, preserving, restoring, and interpreting art and artefact collections that reflect the heritage and natural history of the syilx/Okanagan people.

VISION We will benefit our people and the broader public through research, exhibitions, and public programming and will strive to make our artifact collections accessible to our members and regional, national, and international audiences. We will collaborate with other education bodies and organizations with similar interests.

Youth Centre and Sports Court

Southeast Corner

The new Westbank First Nation Youth Centre, projected for completion in January 2017, will be about 14,000 square feet on two floors. The sport court will be built in the summer.

The centre will feature a learning garden, an outdoor classroom, and progressive design elements including a passive ventilation system.

The Youth Centre will fulfill one of WFN’s strategic priorities to engage and empower youth by supporting them through the provision of high-quality facilities, services, and programs.

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stablished in 1983, Westbank First Nation opened an intermediate care facility that provided quality care for community elders, both native and non-native. While originally designed to provide residence to aging residents, we have since changed our operating model to provide services to residents requiring complex care, including dementia care.

Pine Acres has grown and evolved since opening in 1983.

Additions to the building and services provided occurred in 1988 and 1994. There are currently 63 beds for residential care.

Pine Acres Home has implemented a Resident Council with bi-monthly meetings, and family members are encouraged to attend. Our facility is distinguished for its approach and commitment to First Nation cultural and spiritual beliefs.

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syilxcen, an Interior Salish language, is the traditional language of Westbank First Nation and the syilx peoples of the Okanagan valley. According to the 2014 FPCC Report on the Status of B.C. First Nations Languages, only 3.7% of the Okanagan Nation population (5,181) are fluent nsyilxcen speakers.

LANGUAGE REVITALIZATION Throughout the Okanagan, steps are being taken to teach nsyilxcen to our youth. Nsyilxcen is now recognized as an official language and is taught throughout School District #23, as well as at Sensisyusten House of Learning, which is an elementary school in Westbank First Nation. Westbank First Nation sponsors the Syilx Language House Association, which coordinates a four-year Nsyilxcen language program.

Two WFN Members are currently enrolled in the program.

OUR MISSION: Pine Acre Home promises excellence in care in a safe and nurturing environment.

VISION STATEMENT: Pine Acres Home will be a national leader in providing excellence in care to all cultures in a First Nation environment.

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n 2014, the Westbank First Nation (WFN) Public Art Committee (PAC) established the Public Art Program, a collaborative, collective, creative process between WFN, practicing artists, and community members.

Public art creatively addresses the needs and aspirations of the WFN community and acknowledges WFN and syilx/Okanagan heritage.

The PAC promotes syilx culture through the arts; provides advice and supports activities that advance public art; and administers a selection process for commissioning and/or purchasing public art.

Westbank First Nation features many other programs, celebrations, events, and art that may not necessarily be classified as “public art”. For example, aspects of syilx culture has been woven into the design of many buildings, structures, and signs throughout the community.

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PRONOUNCIATION

hello

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short ‘why’

good bye

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thank you

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‘leemlimt’

How are you?

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‘hatee quwa hast’

mountain

wist

‘weest’

lake

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‘tee kwt’

ELK: For centuries, those who successfully hunted elk were recognized as important leaders of traditional practices. Quite often, the best hunters, or those whose families were great hunters, have been recognized as those fortunate enough to adorn the porcelain teeth of the elk.

SEVEN GENERATIONS: Seven Generations honours residential school survivors, their families, and those who have passed on. The seven figures represent seven generations: the Elder symbolizes the passing of knowledge, and the drum symbolizes resiliency and the heartbeat of our lives.

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FOOD CHIEFS

WFN is governed under the Four Food Chiefs of all Creation…

skәmxist ~ CHIEF BLACK BEAR Black Bear is the “Chief for all creatures on the land.” He is the elder chief with the most experience. He gives his life for the people to be; demonstrating the principle of leading by example. He represents the societal values of the Okanagan People, in which self-sacrifice, leadership and giving are a key part of healthy living. Black bear is representative of governance, leadership and the selflessness that accompanies these positions within a community.

2016 - 2019 Chair: Councillor Chris Derickson

ntityix ~ CHIEF SPRING SALMON Spring Salmon is the “Chief for all creatures in the water.” The spring salmon has a four year life cycle that is tied directly to the seasonal cycles of water. The spring salmon reminds us that we are responsible to provide the environment that necessitates the changes that are required as our people progress. Salmon demonstrates the virtues of perseverance and hard work and is a representative of economic issues in the life of a community.

2016 - 2019 Chair: Councillor Tom Konek

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sp’i em ~CHIEF BITTERROOT The third chief is Bitterroot, “Chief for things under the ground,” and is representative of the land and the syilx’s historical and complex relationship with the land. The bitterroot is a beautiful yet peculiar plant that only comes out above ground once a year and can only be found in certain parts of the Okanagan. Bitterroot represents knowledge, education, culture and tradition. Like the bitterroot, knowledge is always there but it cannot always be seen and waits to be discovered.

2016 - 2019 Chair: Councillor Brian Eli

siya? ~CHIEF SASKATOON BERRY Saskatoon Berry is “Chief for things growing on land.” The nature of a saskatoon bush is rooted in patience and perseverance. Each bush is constructed of hundreds of individual shoots that are the result of years of growth. The saskatoon berry represents the spirit and nature of the community and the notion of strength that results from being in one place for extended generations. The saskatoon berry also represents the cooperation that is needed between people and the environment.

2016 - 2019 Chair: Councillor Fernanda Alexander

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Get ready for

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WINTER With colder weather setting in and the inevitable arrival of snow, City of West Kelowna crews are gearing up for winter and have some reminders for when the snow starts to fly.

All sports fields ares now closed for the season and will re-open in April.

Parks washrooms are also now closed until mid-spring, with the exception being the heated facilities at Willow Beach, which remain open for users of parks and trails along the popular Gellatly Bay multi-use corridor.

Roads maintenance crews have readied the fleet and remind everyone that when snow falls streets are cleared on a priority basis: • Priority 1 - Arterial and collector roads, transit routes and roads with steep grades for public safety • Priority 2 - School zones and/or school bus routes; town centres and population centres • Priority 3 - All other local and rural roads A roads priorities map is available on West Kelowna’s website at www.westkelownacity.ca/roads. For roads maintenance inquiries please email roads@westkelownacity.ca.

Outside of the cCity roads department’s business hours, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday, local residents may choose to call West Kelowna’s road maintenance contractor, AEL, at 1-866-353-3136.

Local residents are also reminded to park off-street when snow falls or is in the forecast to ensure crews can clear roads effectively and efficiently. And remember that all homeowners are responsible to clear snow and ice from sidewalks along their properties.

Snow and ice should not be pushed onto the road and should be shovelled to the side of the driveway that is farthest away from the approaching plow’s direction of travel in order to reduce windrows that are inevitably created by the blade.

Clearing windrows is also a homeowner’s responsibility.

Snowbirds should arrange for snow clearing while they’re away.

And the city also is continuing its Snow Stars program this winter, honouring those residents who help their neighbours in clearing sidewalks, windrows and driveways by nominating them for a chance to win a prize at the end of winter.

To nominate a Snow Star, download and print the form at www.westkelownacity.ca/snowstar and return the nomination to City Hall at 2760 Cameron Rd. in West Kelowna.

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By Mike Straus Joanne Lofeudo first took up photography at the age of 16 after moving to India.

“I loved the vivid colours, and the sights, and the people – it really inspired me,” she recalled.

Lofeudo’s travels would eventually manifest into a 2006 Faces of India exhibit in Vancouver.

Now in 2016, her photography has taken her in a new direction, with one of her pictures selected to be featured on a Canada Post stamp.

Lofeudo has a decade of exhibitions under her belt and is busy preparing for winter markets and fairs.

She says that her artistic tastes have changed over the years, but art photography and landscapes are currently of particular interest.

“I’m trying to find the beauty and uniqueness in ordinary objects. I’m trying to put a different perspective on how we see the everyday world,” she said.

Lofeudo explains that her Canada Post stamp adventure started when she entered a photo contest for the very first time.

〉 WEST KELOWNA PHOTOGRAPHER JOANNE LOFEUDO WILL HAVE HER “BEAUTIFUL OKANAGAN” PHOTOGRAPH FEATURED ON A LIMITED EDITION CANADA POST STAMP. She submitted her “Beautiful Okanagan” photograph for the Best Historical Photo category, and won first prize.

Later, her photo was judged as the best photo overall.

The contest’s grand prize was to have a photo featured on a stamp.

Lofeudo says that after living in Kelowna for a year, she’s happy to have her work out in the local community.

“It’s always interesting to have your work out in public, to hear the response to it,” she said.

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West Kelowna artist's work gaining popularity in the community CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16

“To hear what people think about your vision and how you see the world.

I had work in the Edmonton Art Gallery about five years ago. Since we moved to the Okanagan a year ago, I’ve been very pleased to get work into the art galleries here.”

Her work is currently featured in the SWAC Art Gallery and the Peachland Visitors’ Center, and in December the Rotary Center for the Arts will carry some of her pieces.

Beyond photography prints, Lofeudo also produces greeting cards, wine bags, magnets, postcards, and custom orders featuring her photography.

Lofeudo’s work can be found in the Skyway lounge at the Kelowna airport, Unless Market, and The Artful Hand.

But Lofeudo is most excited for the upcoming winter markets up and down the valley, which will be keeping her busy for the next several months.

She’ll be attending the Peachland

Artisan Market every second Saturday until April.

“I’m also doing the Kelowna Winter Market for the first time. I’ll also be at the Peachland Wellness Christmas Fair, the Christmas Artisan Shop at East Kelowna Hall, and A Touch of Christmas at New Life Church.”

at some point. I also do commission work for people in the Okanagan, and I’d like to expand on that.”

Lofeudo’s Canada Post stamp will be available for sale, along with photo cards, at some of her market booths.

Those looking to get their own copy of the limited edition stamp can buy

After her busy winter season, Lofeudo says she’s excited to experiment with stock and travel photography.

“I’ve done a lot of traveling, and I’d love to incorporate travel photography

it at the Westbank Farmers Market, select post offices, or by reaching out to Lofeudo online through her website www.joannelofeudophotography.com.

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Time to get out in the fresh air for some final fall cleanup-- there’s just a few weeks left to have your yard waste picked up at your curb.

Bi- weekly fall yard waste pickup ends Wednesday, Nov. 30. That’s the last day in the Central Okanagan for the curbside yard waste pickup program until collection resumes again March 1, 2017.

Put your yard waste directly into the cart with the green lid closed and wheel it out for pickup every other week (alternate weeks to your recycling pickup).To determine your yard waste collection week, please refer to your Living Greener Calendar, download the my-waste app, or visit regionaldistrict.com/recycle.

Regional waste reduction facilitator Rae Stewart says all the yard waste collected is composted and re-used, so it’s important to keep your yard waste cart free of any contaminants.

“We collect close to 13 thousand tonnes of green material from the curb annually, and all of that is composted and turned into the soil enhancer GlenGrow, which you can buy for your garden come springtime. Contaminates such as plastic bags, flower pots, rocks and sod affect the composting process and should be left out.”

You’re reminded to put your yard waste out for collection by 7 am on the morning of your regular garbage day.

NOTE: No Garbage, plastic bags, flowerpots, rocks, soil, sod, or kitchen scraps please.

ACCEPTED ITEMS INCLUDE:

· Pumpkins · Leaves · Wood chips, bark · Needles · Garden plants · Grass clippings · Fruit droppings · Branches and pruning’s up to 5 centimetres (2 inches) in diameter and less than one metre (3 feet) in length

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The gap between rich and its 1 to 5 ratio of educators to poor is greater than most Cachildren. nadians realize.

• 97 per cent of teachIn the Okanagan-Similkaers indicate the program is meen, the child poverty rate is helping motivate participating 22.5 per cent — higher than students to learn.

BC’s rate of 20.4 per cent.

• 86.6 per cent of children Living in poverty is linked to attending the YMCA Beyond an increase in health-related the Bell program during the issues in kids, including poor When the gap is wide, children 2015/2016 school year imnutrition, obesity, behavioural proved in reading by at least can fall through the cracks and emotional problems, and one grade level. low academic achievement.

• 90 per cent of particiResearch shows, as early as kindergarten, children from low pants are taking more pride in their school work. income backgrounds are already at a six month academic disadCurrently there is only vantage compared with children from middle income families. enough funding to keep the 〉 THE YMCA OF OKANAGAN This gap continues to widen each year and ultimately affects YMCA Beyond the Bell proNEEDS YOUR SUPPORT their future academic and career opportunities as well as their gram operational until the end TO ENSURE SEAMLESS overall health.This is what researchers call the achievement gap. of the 2017 school year.

CONTINUATION OF THIS Donors have enabled the YMCA of Okanagan to respond The annual cost per child LIFE-CHANGING PROGRAM by offering a free community based academic enrichment proto attend YMCA Beyond the AND TO STOP CHILDREN gram called Beyond the Bell to identified vulnerable students.

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By Joanne Smrek (Interior Health regional knowledge coordinator, maternal child-health-population health) Public health nurses across B.C. now offer screening for perinatal depression to all mothers (birth, adoptive or step) by eight weeks postpartum.

This includes education and intervention, referrals, and a plan for follow-up as needed. The screening uses the Edinburg Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS) questionnaire, a universally recognized screening tool.

Untreated perinatal depression can impact a woman’s relationships as well as the social and emotional development of her children.

Postpartum blues (or baby blues) may be experienced by up to 50-80 per cent of women after birth; symptoms usually subside within two weeks.

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Myths and facts…

Myth: You can just “snap out’ of PPD. Fact: PPD is a health issue. If you have moderate to severe PPD you need to receive health care.

Myth: PPD affects me, but not my baby.

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Plenty of activities at the Peachland 50+ Activity Centre

By Susan Van Noortwyk Wow! Fall is moving along so quickly, it really is such a pretty time of year. Halloween turned out to be a nice evening for the trick- or-treators. At my home, we went from 27 at our door last year to 72 this year.

The “Halloween” Potluck Friday at the 50 + Activity Centre on Oct. 28 was a hit again. Costume winners were 1st: Gord Anderson, 2nd: Susan Van Noortwyk, and 3rd: Heather Yates. Triskele, a Celtic singing group from West Kelowna provided the entertainment. This group shares their music then uses their proceeds to support a little boy in Mexico who was born without a thigh bone and needs to travel to a Shriner's Hospital far from their rural home. We enjoyed their music, costumes and even had a dance lesson.

The “volunteer of the month” is announced at the potluck dinners. For October it was Beryl McNeill. Beryl is a director at the 50 + Activity Centre, mans our office Monday mornings and fills the role of secretary. She is an active, cheerful participant in many of our activities including aerobics, bridge, and carpet bowling and can be counted on to fill in wherever she can. Thank you Beryl.

Our next potluck dinner is planned for Friday, Nov. 25, 6 p.m. Grant Stone, from Summerland, is scheduled for 7 p.m. to entertain us with his cowboy poetry and story telling.

Everyone is welcome to attend, including non-members and families. We ask that you bring a favourite food item—salad, main dish or dessert and your own dishes and cutlery. Cost is by donation.

Christmas will be here in no time. Our “Christmas” Potluck Friday will be Dec. 9, at 6 p.m. The centre will provide turkey and ham with MARK YOUR CALENDARS attendees FOR THE CHRISTMAS bringing the “VARIETY SINGERS” trimmings— CONCERT, SUN., DEC. 11, salads, vegSUNDAY AT 2 PM. THIS etables, and YEARS PERFORMANCE IS desserts. We TITLED “OUR FAVOURITES”. are excited to have Melita Ree back, a popular Peachland singer and entertainer. Again everyone is welcome.

We have a new Tai Chi leader. Dtodayan Ross, with Kay's blessing, has taken over the Monday, noon, Tai Chi class.

Dan has practiced Tai Chi for over 30 years. He was very privileged to study under Victor Shim in Edmonton. Dan has lived in Peachland for 1 1/2 yeaers now and is a partner in the Waterfront Pizzeria. Dan can be contacted at 250-681-0817.

We are still looking for more people interested in learning duplicate bridge. Marv Norden, our very own bridge expert, is giving lessons Wednesdays at noon followed by a game at 1 p.m.

If you might be interested please give him a call at 250-767-6446.

Unfortunately there will be some schedule disruptions at the 50+ Activity Centre after Dec.18. The ceiling tiles are being replaced so the centre will be closed while the old ones are removed. As the new tiles are being installed, there may be opportunity for some programs to meet.

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It's time to test your home for Radon gas

By Mike Adams(Healthy Built Environment Team, Interior Health)

November is radon awareness month so it is the perfect time of year to consider testing your home. Radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. It may contribute to as much as 16 per cent of all lung cancers. Radon, when combined with tobacco smoke, including second-hand smoke, can increase the risk substantially. Health Canada estimates that one in three smokers exposed to high radon levels will develop lung cancer.

Radon is a naturally occurring gas found in the ground throughout the world. Most homes that are in con-

tact with the ground will contain some amount of radon gas. Radon becomes more of a concern when it reaches high levels. According to Health Canada about seven per cent of the Canadian homes have radon levels that may be putting residents at risk. Here in the B.C. Interior we have some “hot spot” areas with high radon levels in approximately 40 per cent of homes.

Radon gas is colourless, odourless and tasteless, so the only way to know if the radon levels in your home are high is to conduct testing.

Being heavier than air, radon can accumulate in basements and then move throughout the building through natural indoor air movement. During the cooler months windows and doors are often closed and rising warm air in a home draws more radon from the ground.

Testing a home is easy and inexpensive. Testing involves placing a small puck-like kit within the lowest area of

the home that could be occupied for at least four hours per day. The kit should remain in that location for a minimum of three months and then can be sent to a laboratory to get the results.

Just because your neighbours may have tested their homes and have low results does not mean your home is low too. The test results for your home can be very different.

Essentially, radon takes the easiest path into our homes, and this can vary between homes. Radon can enter a home through the foundation, including concrete and more so through cracks in a foundation or dirt floor such as in older crawl spaces.

The bottom line is that everyone needs to test their homes for radon to see if this gas (dubbed as the “silent killer”) is lurking.

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