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Peachland, BC Volume 07 | Number 27

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Canada Day a sea of red

There was no lack of patriotism this Canada Day. Downtown Peachland streets were a sea of red during the afternoon parade, with plenty of fl ag-waving. This group, mostly made up of family and friends, should have won the “Most Patriotic” award. Constance Roth

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Day events, see pages 8 & 9.

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Sunday Afternoons July & AugustArt Display & Food 4:00pm

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Sunday Afternoons July & August

July 10 - Larry Crawford EnsembleTried and true Summerland musicians playing contemporary sounds for easy listing.

July 17 - Donovan SweetSwing guitars and vocals from this popular Okanagan Valley duo.

July 24 - Time For TrebleGold medal winning jazz band from Mt. Boucherie High School.

August 7 - Felix PossakHighly entertaining multiple sounds from the new edition of his one man show.

August 14 - String QuartetOkanagan Symphony musicians

August 21 - Bobby BovenziWest African Drumming. Interactive audience play.

It’s back! Th e signs are all there. It hit home for me this past week while I was doing an announcement at one of Western Canada’s largest technical institutes. Th is post secondary training college graduates about 25 per cent of all of the completed apprentices going into a wide range of professions and occupations right across the country.

What they were telling me was good news, but not without its challenges. Th e administration and faculty reps said it was starting to look like déjà-vu all over again. Th e demand for all types of trades is unmistakeably surging upwards again. Th ey said it reminded them of the pressure they felt at the time of major employee shortages a few years ago.

It wasn’t that long ago. You remember. Demands for qualifi ed help or for those willing to be trained was so high that many fast food outlets couldn’t keep open their usual hours because they simply couldn’t fi nd the people.

I’m not saying we’re there yet. Th ere are still many people looking for work. But the strength of the economy is evident everywhere. All I have to do is refl ect on some of the events I was involved in this week.

Just last week I attended the opening of a huge new production facility in Okanagan Falls. Structurlam makes value added wood products that are used here and around the world. If you’re wondering what kind of projects they do, think Richmond Olympic skating oval…that breathtaking magnifi cent roof superstructure. Th ey did that.

Sometimes we aren’t aware of the amazing workers and technicians that we have right here in our own backyard. (Th ey also have a plant in Penticton.)

I was there this week to announce that they were the successful recipients of research dollars in the ongoing development of the next generation of laminated wood beams. Some of you fi nd that exciting. Others of you are about to nod off thinking about it. Well, hold on. Before I lose you, think about earthquake proof high-rise buildings, an apartment or offi ce tower up to 25 stories

high that is held up by resilient, shockabsorbing laminated beams and girders. Th edemand for the people and the product isstrong. And we have what it takes right hereto supply that demand.

Another sign of our growing economy wasevident at the annual Hong Kong businessdinner in Vancouver this week. As minister

for the Asia Pacifi c it was anhonour to bring remarks to thesold-out event. Th e mood in theroom was clearly optimistic.And it was optimism based on

hard facts, not simply hope.Agriculture and energy producers were

there, talking about what appears to be long-term growth and demand numbers. Aft erall, as the middle class continues to grow atan amazing rate and people move annuallyout of poverty by the tens of millions peryear in China, India and other previouslyimpoverished nations the demand fromthem for every type of product imaginablewill only increase. We are very well placedto meet those demands and see our ownlevels of standard of living and prosperityrise in the process.

Westbank First Nations continue to seeeconomic growth. Th is week I was withChief Robert Louie for the announcementof a construction project that will upgradea number of homes on WFN lands. Th atmeans there will be a need for trades andbuilding supply products. More jobs, moresales, more economic growth.

An international meeting of private andpublic sector transportation companies withtop people from around the world also tookplace here (Vancouver) to look at the growthneeds in transportation arising from ourgrowing economy. As I said, the signs of jobcreation and investment are everywhere. Wewill continue to work on the types of policythat will keep this momentum going.

On another note we can be proud of whatCanada is able to off er the world on twodiff erent counts this week. Th is week I hadthe honour of meeting with some of our fi nemembers of our Armed Forces. Canada hasbeen asked to provide soldiers, sailors, andfi ghter pilots to assist with other UnitedNations countries in subduing the Libyan

dictator in his ongoing assault on his own people.

Once again, as we have done throughout history, our Armed Forces will step up to protect those who are being slaughtered by the forces of dictators. As usual, I expect we will hear good reports from others in foreign countries that will have the honour of serving with our Armed Forces.

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Summer is such a magical place in Peachland for residents and guests alike. Nestled in a picturesque hillside, Peach-land is an ideal place for some summer fun and adventure. Returning this year, the Peachland Recreation department is offering programs to help make memories here in Peachland.

Help your child develop a new life skill or make new friends this summer. From Art in the Park, Kids Cooking, Swim Bay Adventures and Fun with Science, our programs are designed to keep your child – or grandchild - busy and so they

can have a unique “Made in Peachland” experience. Programs are offered daily, mornings and afternoons throughout the summer.

Swim Bay is also in full operation offer-ing an array of Red Cross swim lessons for all ages and abilities. From the fi rst time swimmer to the aspiring lifeguard, there are programs and opportunities to help develop the basic swim strokes through to advanced lifesaving skills. Un-sure as to what level to register in? The lifeguards are available daily to provide a swim test and help you fi nd the appropri-ate swim level.

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A group of six Mount Boucherie Secondary School students make a “Student Voice” presentation for council. Left to right are, Michelle Boorman, Julia Anderson, Brianne Moore, Tahnee Pierson Roberts, Erika Nairismagi and Bethan Mansell. In the back is school teacher/student counsellor, Irene Maier. Visible in the photo, sitting at the table, is Heidi Simkins, at top, Dave Smith, Councillor Jean Fraser, and Councillor Peter Schierbeck, in the foreground. Photo Cindy Fortin

By Cindy Fortin

Who better to understand the needs of youth, than youth themselves?

A group of Mount Boucherie Sec-ondary School students have started a

Mount Boucherie students offer a “Student Voice” to local municipalities

youth initiative program called “Student Voice”, made up of leadership students from the school. They have two main objectives in mind: to provide ideas and

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This past week was a very enjoyable one be-ing back in the riding for Canada Day and getting a chance to visit commu-nities such as Peachland, Okanagan Falls, Sum-merland, West Kelowna and Penticton. I would like to sincerely thank the organizing committee for the Westside Daze event in West Kelowna for put-ting on a great celebra-tion and for providing

me with such a warm welcome. All who attended enjoyed a good time, and the cake was great as well.

Over the past few weeks one of the more common concerns expensed by many of you across the riding of Okanagan-Coquihalla is over Bill C-428. For those of you unfamiliar, Bill C-428 was a private members bill introduced by former federal Liberal MP Ruby Dhalla. This bill called for amendments to the Old Age Security Act that would see newly arrived citi-zens entitled to a monthly pension payment after just three years of residency instead of the current ten-year requirement. It should be noted this bill was introduced into the former 40th Parliament and has no offi cial standing in the current 41st Parliament. In the event a similar bill was proposed by another member, and based on the overwhelming opposition I have heard from so many of you, I would not be in support of such a bill.

Another topic of concern I heard about in my recent door-knocking travels was related to illegal human smuggling and related queue jumping in immigration

matters. Canada has some of the most generous im-migration laws in the world and yet there are those who attempt to profi t or circumvent our immigration laws solely for personal gain. These acts can not only put lives at risk, but can unfairly impact those who are legitimately going through the process and fol-lowing the rules and procedures. Our government is taking action and has introduced Bill C-4, Prevent-ing Human Smugglers from Abusing Canada’s Im-migration System Act. This act will create new tools that will allow government to have more fl exibility to respond to these situations should they arise in the future. Criminals who profi t from human smuggling should not be able to do so at the expense of Cana-dian taxpayers.

In my last MP report I mentioned I was intending to use much of the summer as an opportunity to meet people from across our riding. I am pleased with the warm response of my listening tour thus far but I would like to again ask individuals, not-for-profi ts, businesses and local government representatives to meet with me and let me hear your thoughts, views and priorities. We live in a unique and diverse riding, one with many points of view that need to be heard and voiced to Ottawa, so please contact my offi ce at 250-770-4480 or via email at [email protected].

Although I have been your Member of Parliament for a relatively short period of time, every moment has been rewarding and enjoyable in spite of being a very steep learning curve. I am certainly not alone; according to a recent report, our newly elected par-liament is a younger and more diverse one with a re-cord number of female MPs and more members from careers, other than law or medicine, which was not the case in parliaments past. What doesn’t change is that all of us must work together constructively.

Debate through dialogue and agreement into action are hallmarks of what has made this country great. We all must make sure future generations inherit a Canada that we can all be proud of.

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West Kelowna road earns spot on Top 20 “Worst Roads”

By Cindy Fortin

It should come as no surprise to Okanagan drivers that one of our local roads made the BCAA “Worst Roads” survey.

Westside Road, which snakes its way along the west side of Okanagan Lake, has already gained a reputa-tion as a deadly route to travel with a high number of accidents and several deaths over the decades. Now it’s offi cial, claiming 18th of the 20 worst roads.

To the north, Silver Star Road in Vernon ranked even worse at fi fth.

According to the British Columbia Automobile As-sociation, “Just under 4,000 B.C. drivers took part in BCAA’s fi rst-ever ‘Worst Roads’ survey this spring, identifying 651 separate roads that they said are sorely in need of improvement.”

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Happy to be back in Okanagan riding for Canada DayDan Albas, MP - Okanagan-Coquihalla


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Carbon-taxing and other initiatives

This parade on the May long weekend in 1950 was a far cry from the July 1st Canada Day parade just a few days ago. In those days there may have been 100 spec-tators at most, and Beach Avenue was also Highway 97. The horses were the traditional end of the parade for obvious reasons. This house at the corner of 6th St. and Beach is still there. The parade ended at the parking lot beside the old Athletic (community) Hall. The style of the cars tell it all.

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Peek into the past


Dear Editor: I’m sitting here on my balcony this glorious Thurs-

day before Canada Day, looking across the lake to the mountains of the provincial park. Behind me the forest is swaying in the breeze. Lovely. I’ve worked hard all my life to be here. Raised a family. I think I deserve it.

Then I look down at my left knee. It has collapsed, and according to the medical folks needs to be replaced. Fine. No problem. For a new retiree, let’s get it done. Let’s get back to golf and the enjoyment of the Okana-gan Valley.

Four to six months to see a specialist I am told, and possibly just as long to get surgery.

But it’s collapsed. The pain at times is excruciating. It’s debilitating. It’s been this way for a month. Can we not do something to make up the timeline? Four to six months just to see a surgeon, and possibly just as long

to get surgery. My poor left knee.It seems in the battle between government and the

medical profession for funds/tax dollars, the big ca-sualty is the patient, with little or no empathy being shown from either of those two bodies. They seem to have agreed this is the new norm. To be in considerable pain and distress and be told to go away is a pretty sad indictment of our health care system. I can get that type of treatment in Zimbabwe or North Korea. It’s also sad that after being told it’s compulsory to contribute to health care, it’s not there when you need it.

In two weeks I’ll be in Couer D’Alene Idaho for 10 days with my new friends. I will return home with a rebuilt knee and light pockets. As I sit here and contem-plate Canada Day, I fi nd myself humming the tune of that great old song.... “God Bless America”.

Geoff Rawlinson, Peachland

My poor left knee

Hold onto your breath everyone -- or you might be taxed for the carbon you exhale!

While that may be a bit of an exaggeration, the carbon-taxing, “save the environment” panic hit us again on July 1st, when the price of gas increased 2.4 cents a litre.

By 2012 you can expect the carbon gas tax to increase another 7.25 cents.

Some may give that a good ol’ David Suzuki cheer, saying it is great news for the environment, as it helps to reduce green house gas emissions. (So far, for me, being that I need to use my vehicle for work, the only thing it reduced was the weight of my wal-let.)

The provincial NDP is groaning that the tax is unfair for northerners who have to pay more for heat-ing oil, and rural residents who don’t have public transit and have no choice but to drive. They have a valid point. But the government is quick to cloak any negative notion with dollar signs.

This “revenue neutral” tax will earn the government an estimated $1.85 billion, which, they say, will all be returned to the people in the form of tax breaks, and other little rebate gifts.

Thank goodness for that. I’ll need that money to fi ll my gas tank!

But I’m confused…how is taxing us in an effort to control the effects of climate change going to work if we are getting all the money back in the form of rebates, and personal and corporate tax breaks?

Why don’t they save all that money over a period of about fi ve years, and then buy us all electric cars?

Sign me up for a Prius!Of course, even though most of these electric or hy-

brid cars regenerate themselves while you’re driving, somehow, one day, we’ll probably eventually run out of electricity -- unless we buy the bulk of that pre-cious resource back from the Americans. But that’s a topic for another day.

As of June 30 of this year, B.C.’s public sector offi cially became “carbon-neutral”, a fi rst for any province or state in North America. Since 2008, $75 million of a public sector energy conservation capital fund has fi nanced 247 energy projects in schools, hospitals, colleges, universities and other government buildings across the province. This has reduced car-bon output by 36,500 tonnes, created 500 jobs, and saved organizations about $12.6 million in annual energy costs. (Minus the additional carbon that is emitted by the 500 workers driving to work now.)

These numbers are amazing, but even more shock-ing is what it works out – percentage-wise -- in terms of carbon reduction. Now hold onto your hats (or your breath again) -- a whopping one per cent!

One per cent? According to the Ministry of Envi-ronment, it is about more than just numbers. Even though public sector operations only contribute one per cent of all GHGs generated in the province “the sector has a big reach in terms of opportunity to inspire change in the nearly two million British Columbians who work, learn in, or visit public sector


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Originally to the residents of Antlers Beach Estates*: *(Edited for brevity)

I suffer from “snake phobia”. Those of you who share this affliction will understand; those who don’t will tell me, “Garter snakes are good for the garden and will not harm you.” I know that already, thank you, and wish no harm to snakes. I just don’t want to see them!

On Friday, July 1st, 2011, Canada Day, I cele-brated outside with much needed painting. It was a beautiful day; my bare feet felt so good on the grass. Break time, and I went inside the house to pour a glass of water. Then I strolled down the yard to admire my work, glass in hand…when out of nowhere fast moving dark brown flesh slithered past one foot on the ground and headed under my front steps. At the same time, I’m screaming, dancing on the spot, with water flying out of my glass.

After I calmed down, my verbal comment was, “I’d rather confront a bear than die of a heart attack over the sight of a snake.”

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There must be something psychic about my front

Residents need to be more vigilant about their garbage habits and the bears they attract

Dear Editor:

I had originally typed this up (the following story) to pass out to all the residents of my mobile home park, Antler’s Beach Estates. Then, on reflection, I thought all of the people living in this area should read it.

It reinforces an article (on bears) I read in the past month or so.

Peggy Oliver,Peachland

stairs. Rounding the corner of my unit I have a very brief face-to-face with a black bear cub strolling calmly down my yard. It stopped dead near my steps when it saw me, then turned and headed towards the neigh-bour’s backyard. The second of “no-motion” on both of our parts gave me time to view the size of its claws. One swipe could have very easily removed my face, or any other body part the paw happened to contact.

Now, I was not wearing a watch, but I can tell you without a doubt, as I go over my moves that day, that from the time the bear was originally spotted strolling down Thorne Road, at the upper level of our park, and my encounter, well over an hour had passed.

In that period of time, the cub had methodically dumped over the back garbage containers that had any kind of smell in them. The blue recycling and green yard waste bins were left standing. Can bears ascertain colour? I don’t think so. I do know that bears have an extremely keen sense of smell. Double bagging smelly garbage does not work!

Still in our park, a half-hour after my encounter, it was spotted checking out the units up above me, yard to yard. During this lengthy forage for food, the cub encountered many people at work in their yards. This is definitely an indication that it is becoming accus-tomed to the presence of humans. If this cub continues to find food in our garbage containers it will continue to return and, at some near point in time, will become aggressive.

If people cannot appreciate the fact that we live in their territory and should stop tempting the bears with their garbage, then they should consider moving into the city. Please! If your garbage smells at all, put it in your freezer and don’t put it in your container until the morning of garbage pick up day.

One small cub has already been shot by a game war-den, a week or so ago, when it was reported by resi-

dents of the mobile home park next door to us. Once reported, the game wardens have a duty to respond. The residents were told that it is was unhealthy and had to be put down. Whether this was the case, or not, the people had to be given some sort of excuse for the execution, an act that I’m sure the game wardens were adverse to carrying out.


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Your Guide To Local Events & ActivitiesThursdays to Saturdays - The Little Schoolhouse - The Summer Program will run from 11 am to 4 pm at The Little Schoolhouse on Brandon Lane. Local art-ists will be paintng, displaying and selling their work. Join them for lessons, watch them work or just meet local artists. For a schedule of artists participating go to www.pcartscouncil.com.

Sundays in July & August - The Little Schoolhouse Sunday Tea - Sunday Tea on the patio will begin July 10, at The Little Schoolhouse, running from 1 to 4 pm. Every week a different artist(s) will dis-play their work at this pleasant afternoon event.

Sunday, July 10 - Peachland Riding Club, 2011 Saddle Series - Non-members can ride at members cost during this Gymkha-na and if you have a terrifi c day and want the points to count for year-end prizes, you can purchase a membership and the points for the day will count toward year -end. This Gymkhana is the fi nal chance to sign up for the Saddle Series. It is run on the 4D format, so anyone can win. For more information 250-718-2761 or visit www.peachlandridingclub.com.

Sunday, July 10 - Summer Concert Se-ries - A free series of concerts sponsored by the Rotary Club will be held at the Rotary Pavilion in Heritage Park begin-ning July 10. Featured will be the Larry Crawford Ensemble. Tried and true Sum-

merland musicians playing contemporary sounds for easy listening. This is a family event and will include an art display and food at 4 pm. The music will begin at 5 pm. Performing July 17 will be Donovan Sweet. Swing guitars and vocals from this popular Okanagan Valley duo will be pre-sented. The series will also run July 24, August 7, 14 and 21, with different groups each week.

Wednesdays - Savour Each Word! - Sum-mer Reading Club 2011 - A summer read-ing club for ages 5 to 12. Registration is now taking place. This is a free program. When children register they receive their Reading Log, contest information and program details. Programs are held from 10 - 11am July 6 - July 27. Wednesday - July 13 - Local Flavour - Kendra Dixon and Rebecca Tyson, local childrens’s book il-lustrator & author, will be talking about witing and illustrating books and lead-ing a painting project. Please note that attendance is limited to 30 children due to activities planned. Younger children will be required to have a hands-on help. Wednesday - July 20 - Mystery Meals - Chris Scowen will bring his own Detective - C.S.I. adventure. Be sworn in as depu-ties, follow the clues and solve the crime! Please note this session is more suitable For older children. Wednesday - July 27 - Tantalizing Tidbits - Judy Garner-Niehaus will entertain with her interactive native storytelling puppets. The Library will also be having their mid-summer party

& draws for some great prizes. For more information on any of the programs the Library offers call 250-767-9111.

Saturday, July 16 - Dancin’ Barefoot in the Park - This live music concert will be held at Cousins Park, with the Teen Talent Com-petition in the afternoon and a line-up of talented performers in the evening. This years line-up includes 54•40, Greg Scze-bel, The Mailbu Knights, Wassabi Collec-tive, Kath and the Tomkats and Precision. There will also be a variety of vendors. For more information visit www.dancinbare-foot.com.

Saturday, July 23 - 2011 Fishing Forever Event - The Peachland Sportsmens Asso-ciation invites all persons with handicaps of any kind to a fi shing event especially designed for them. The event will take place from 11 am to 2:30 pm at Heritage Park. A BBQ lunch will be provided along with all necessary fi shing tackle and bait. Just bring yourself and any support-ers with you. Please call 250-767-2287 or email [email protected] to let them know you are attending.

Sunday, July 24 - The Peachland Triathlon - This is a 750 meter lake swim, 20k cycle, 5k run which starts and fi nishes around Swim Bay and Cousins Park, and incor-porates Beach Avenue, Buchanan and the Blue Waters area. This event is put on by the Peachland Recreation Department. For more information call 250-767-2133.

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ONGOING EVENTSFriday, July 8 - Waterfront Grill & Pizzeria - Live entertainment; PWC - Men’s Coffee Club, 10am; Rocky J’s - Karaoke hosted by Billy’s Basement, 7pm

Saturday, July 9 - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 69 - Meat Draw, 1500 hrs; 50+ Ac-tivity Centre - Carpet Bowling, 10am

Sunday, July 10 - PWC - Jerry Dober Sun-day Breakfast, 8 am

Monday, July 11 - 50+ Activity Centre - Take Pounds Off Sensibly, weight lose program, 9:30am, Tai Chi - Noon, Quilting -

1:15pm & Wood Carving - 7pm; Peachland Quilters - 50+ Activity Centre - 1:15pm; Royal Canadian Legion - Euchre, 1900 hrs

Tuesday, July 12 - Lions Den Meeting - Community Policing Station, 7pm; 50+ Activity Centre - Peachland Bridge Club, 7pm, Carpet Bowling - 10am, Bridge - ex-perienced and novice, 7pm & AA at Noon; PWC - Tai Chi, 6pm; Royal Canadian Legion - Darts, 7pm

Wednesday, July 13 - 50+ Activity Centre - Chess - 1:15pm, Yoga - 1:30pm; CO Mod-el Railway Company Group - Peachland

Museum, 7pm; Westside Toastmasters - Lakeview Heights Community Centre, West Kelowna, 7pm;

Thursday, July 14 - PWC - Bereavement Support Group, 10am; 50+ Activity Centre - Iron & Silk Exercise, 11am; Peachland Ro-tary Club - Noon, Gasthaus:

Boxing - Beginners boxing, both male and female is held Monday and Wednesday at 4th Street Place at 6 pm. For more infor-mation call 250-767-9538.


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Big plans for a big chequeMembers of the Cottonwoods, Peachland, Rutland, Winfi eld and Kelowna General Hospital Auxiliaries and the KGH Foun-dation presented a cheque in the amount of $11,000 to the May Bennett Wellness Centre Thursday, June 29. The funds were raised at the Blossom Time Fair at Cottonwoods on May 13. The funds will be used to purchase equipment for patient care and comfort. Items to be purchased include a Stryker stretcher, nebulizers for respiratory patients, patio furniture and a new awning. Photo submitted

Christopher Byrd has been involved in photog-raphy for many years. As a secondary school teacher of English in Montreal for 30 years he also taught students in photography, cinematography, and graphic design.

It was during these for-mative years he fi rst exper-imented with solarization, high contrast, and other dark room techniques of silver bromide photogra-

phy. His sense of design and experimentation was further stimulated during his research for a Masters degree in Communications at McGill University. Part of his thesis was an experimental poetic fi lm entitled Primal Path, an allegory of life’s initial steps from darkness into light, winter into spring,

which included his youngest daughter enter-ing the world from the womb.

The advent of digital photography has en-abled Christopher to free himself from some of the constraints of standard photography. He is less concerned with the technical as-pects than with capturing the image at the right moment often manipulating the results on the computer to express themes of a po-etic nature. Though some may view this as photographically unethical he thinks of it in terms of artistic creativity. Textures, patterns, rhythms, moods, and the play of light and colour fascinate him.

Rather than spend time setting up for a single shot he is more likely to shoot a lot of shots rapidly in an attempt to capture the perfect moment. He is not a technical perfectionist – he allows the camera to do the work for him while he searches out the subject. Always the subject matter and mood tran-scend the technical.

Christopher’s retirement years enable him to travel, walk the woods, and search out those unique and sometimes very simple moments that give him, and hopefully others, a lot of pleasure. He relocated from Montreal to Peachland, BC in 1999.

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The “sunny Okanagan” fi nally lived up to its reputa-tion this past long weekend giving us, amongst other things, a bright and sunny Canada Day on July 1st.

Peachland streets, sidewalks and downtown parks were bustling with activity. The day’s events included a Peachland Beach Run 5K/10 K run or walk, pancake breakfasts, a senior slowpitch tournament, live enter-tainment, Get Wet events, a Canada Day ceremony and cake, parade, and fi reworks to top off the day.

The parade winners in the Community category were City of Kelowna (1st) and District of Peachland (2nd); Commercial category: Paynter’s Fruit Stand (1st) and Rocky J’s Beach Hut (2nd); Clubs category: Peachland Chamber of Commerce (1st) and Peachland Sportsmen’s Association (2nd); Music category: Sister Act (1st) and Emmanuel Assembly (2nd); Humourous Category: Hergott Law (1st); and Most Original Over-all: Westbank First Nations.

Overall results of the Peachland Beach 5K Run were: Jordan Taylor (Male 16-19 category) with a time of 17:46 minutes. Mark Rutter (Male 30-39) came in second with a time of 18:05. The fi rst woman to cross the fi nish line was Tiffany Fowl-er (Female 40-49) with a time of 21:28 min.

For the 10 K run: Kurt Benson (Male 16-19) fi nished fi rst with a time of 37.24, with Paul Stein (Male 40-49) coming in second at 40:57.

Shirley Krulicki (Female 60-64) claimed third place at 41:17.

For the 5 K walk: Greg Petti (Male 50-59) completed the 5 km walk in 28:19 min. Top female was Kathy Cook who walked in the female 40 -49 category with a time of 34:16.

By Cindy Fortin

The “sunny Okanagan” fi nally lived up to its reputa-tion this past long weekend giving us, amongst other things, a bright and sunny Canada Day on July 1st.

Peachland streets, sidewalks and downtown parks were bustling with activity. The day’s events included a Peachland Beach Run 5K/10 K run or walk, pancake breakfasts, a senior slowpitch tournament, live enter-tainment, Get Wet events, a Canada Day ceremony and cake, parade, and fi reworks to top off the day.

The parade winners in the Community category were City of Kelowna (1st) and District of Peachland (2nd); Commercial category: Paynter’s Fruit Stand (1st) and Rocky J’s Beach Hut (2nd); Clubs category: Peachland Chamber of Commerce (1st) and Peachland Sportsmen’s Association (2nd); Music category: Sister Act (1st) and Emmanuel Assembly (2nd); Humourous Category: Hergott Law (1st); and Most Original Over-all: Westbank First Nations.

Overall results of the Peachland Beach 5K Run were: Jordan Taylor (Male 16-19 category) with a time of 17:46 minutes. Mark Rutter (Male 30-39) came in second with a time of 18:05. The fi rst woman to cross the fi nish line was Tiffany Fowl-er (Female 40-49) with a time of 21:28 min.

For the 10 K run: Kurt Benson (Male 16-19) fi nished fi rst with a time of 37.24, with Paul Stein (Male 40-49) coming in second at 40:57.

Shirley Krulicki (Female 60-64) claimed third place at 41:17.

For the 5 K walk: Greg Petti (Male 50-59) completed the 5 km walk in 28:19 min. Top female was Kathy Cook who walked in the female 40 -49 category with a time of 34:16.

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As the old saying goes: “You don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone.” That is exactly how Paul and Kathy Ward, wonder-ful Peachland residents, feel these days with the loss of their personal trans-portation. Life was pretty good for Paul and Kathy, happy in retirement, com-fortably enjoying the good life when a car accident last fall forced them to rely on others for the fi rst time in their lives.

After years of indepen-dence, they were suddenly faced with the challenge of not only dealing with the physical problems caused by the accident, but the dif-fi culty of running errands and completing the small tasks we all too often take for granted. When I visited with Kathy and Paul in their lovely home the other day, my fi rst impression was that they are not your typical isolated home-bound people in need.

Pay it forward while you canTheir home is as warm and inviting as they are, and I had to keep reminding myself that I was there to talk about their experience with the Peachland Well-ness Centre’s Transporta-tion program and not just enjoy their great company.

After the accident, Kathy researched ways they could cope during their recovery. Her fi rst delightful dis-covery was our very own Peachland IGA’s grocery service. Kathy says that Brenda and Harry Gough at the IGA have been life-savers. They provide a ser-vice where they pick you up, take you to the IGA and when you are fi nished shopping they drive you home. So thankfully that solved one of their prob-lems - they now knew they wouldn’t starve! However, they were still relying on friends and neighbours to help them get to many medical appointments or even just a trip to the mall to get out of the house. Fortunately, Olive Fielding, the Peachland Wellness Centre’s Seniors Outreach coordinator, happened to be talking to Kathy and Paul’s daughter, and heard about their situation and wanted to help.

Olive contacted Paul and Kathy and set up a time to meet with them and as-sess their situation. She let them know of the many programs and services provided by the Peachland Wellness Centre, and of course recognized their need for transportation. Consequently, for the past few months, Kathy and Paul have used our trans-portation program. Kathy says when she calls the PWC to arrange a ride; she is very comforted by either Ruth or Linda on the other end of the phone. She says

they always take the time to ask how they are, and make you feel welcome. They then make all the arrange-ments for a volunteer driver to provide what I like to call our “door through door” service. This differs from a door-to-door service, as our volunteers often help our clients through the door at both ends of the trip. They may need help at the gro-cery store or medical ap-pointment and then help once again upon their re-turn home.

Kathy says she now likes to brag about what we are so fortunate to have here in Peachland. Her sister in Burnaby is jealous of the PWC Transportation pro-gram and the IGA’s gro-cery service. When Kathy describes what we do at the PWC, her sister wonders why there isn’t such a ser-vice in every community.

Of course, what this program needs are many, many volunteer drivers. We try to keep a large roster of volunteers, so no one driver is called upon too often. One of our drivers likes to say she is not able to do this for her own mom who lives far away, so this is her way of helping and hopes that someone else will help her mom. It is a way of pay-ing it forward. As Paul and Kathy said, life was ticking along quite nicely and then out of the blue you need help. So if you have time to pay it for-ward right now in your life, we would love to hear from you. You never know when you may need the help you are able to give now. Please give us a call at 250-767-0141, email at [email protected] or check out our web-site at [email protected].


Rank Road (Nearest) Community No. of Votes1 Ospika Boulevard South Prince George 5522 Enderby-Mabel Lake Rd Enderby 4033 Patullo Bridge Surrey-New West 2424 Harris Road Saturna Island 1475 Silver Star Road Vernon 1176 Pacific Rim Highway Vancouver Island 1097 Hope Princeton Hwy. Southern, B.C. 858 Westside Road Falkland 819 Coalmont Road Princeton 7110 George Massey Tunnel Richmond-Delta 6211 Iron Workers Memorial Bridge Vancouver/N. Van 5612 Trans-Canada Hwy. Revelstoke Revelstoke 4913 North Nechako Road Prince George 4814 Daly Road Surrey 4715 Oak Street Bridge Vancouver-Richmond 4615 West Coast Road Shirley (Van. Island) 4617 Domano Boulevard Prince George 3418 Westside Road West Kelowna-Vernon 3319 Bamfield Road Port Alberni 3220 Balfour-Kaslo-Gelena Bay Hwy West Kootenay 30

Prince George, which single-handedly garnered 552 votes – or 14 per cent of the total votes cast in the survey.

BCAA President and CEO Tim Condon, who came to Prince George to announce the survey results, said the exceptional response to the survey allows BCAA to give province-wide profile to sub-standard roads in communities all across B.C.

“By voting in our first-ever ‘Worst Roads’ survey, B.C. drivers have given BCAA the information and mandate to advocate for road improvements in communities throughout the province,” said Condon. “We’re pleased to see communities like Prince George ‘get the vote out’ in the hopes that their efforts will be rewarded with better and safer roads.”

The 20 worst roads in the province, as determined by 3,997 B.C. drivers voting in BCAA’s “Worst Roads” survey, are to the right.

* BCAA’s 2011 Worst Roads campaign was conducted over four weeks, from May 3 to 24. Drivers were invited to nominate the road (or bridge or tunnel) in or near their community that they feel is most in need of improvement. A road could be identified as ‘worst’ either because it is in poor condition, unsafe or frequently congested.

West Kelowna road earns spot on Top 20 “Worst Roads” Continued from page 3

As we approach peak season for camping and holidays many of our highways are filled with slower moving recreational ve-hicles and those drivers who are often in a hurry to arrive at a weekend destination. This combination can often lead to serious accidents. Summer long weekends should be about en-joying time spent with friends and family and sharing in new memories. Long weekends

should not be a time for increased road fatalities, and we must all slow down and exercise caution when trav-elling around our beautiful province. For those of you who do enjoy camping, a reminder that online reserva-tions can be made at the vast majority of BC Parks. For further information please visit the www.discovercamp-ing.ca website.

On a different note, this past week Elections BC an-

nounced the deadline to submit your HST ballot has been extended. The new deadline is now August 5th and as mentioned before, ballots can also be returned to any Service BC location as well. For more informa-tion about the HST voting process please contact Elec-tions BC at 1-800-661-8683 (toll-free).

I have recently observed a trend where some groups of citizens increasingly work vigorously to oppose proj-ects or taxation policy that ultimately help to provide additional revenue to government. It is understandable that some taxpayers may see increased revenue for gov-ernment as a negative. However, a more recent trend I have noted is that citizens who are often advocating for significant government expenditures in directions or areas they support, are now in some cases the same citizens who oppose increased revenues for government in other areas.

This, of course, draws the obvious question as to how it is the government can afford to fund, for example, increased investments in health care and education, or projects like a community swimming pool or a perform-

ing arts center. At some level compromises need to be found and citizens must be willing to work together in accepting tradeoffs that raise revenues to support im-portant programs and other related spending.

Our economic situation in British Columbia, much like every other region around North America, remains fragile. No economic opportunity is without some de-gree of compromise. If we are to continue to oppose projects and policy that ultimately help keep our local and provincial economy strong, then the related servic-es we all depend upon will struggle for much needed funding.

In the next 12 months we have an HST referendum vote, local government elections in November, and possibly a provincial election as well. I urge citizens to become knowledgeable not just about their own side of an issue, but the other side as well. If we can have a greater understanding of both sides of a debate and become actively involved in our democratic process we will all benefit from the outcome.

Citizens should become knowledgeable about both sidesBill Barisoff, MLA - Commentary

suggestions to the communities of West Kelowna and Peachland regarding youth needs and activities to keep them busy, and to promote the need for a police liai-son officer at their high school.

Six young women from Mount Boucherie Secondary School presented their ideas to Peachland Council last month.

Michelle Boorman, of Peachland, was one of those students.

“We did the presentation to the council because we just want to let everyone know that we do have a voice and want more of a say on what goes on for us. We also want to let them know that we are here to help with, and to build those ideas,” said Boorman.

She noted the recent tragic death of a Penticton youth, saying, “Maybe if youth had something to do, and somewhere to go, they wouldn’t get into that kind of trouble.”

The group would like to see annual or semi-annual youth forums take place with representatives from both the West Kelowna and Peachland districts par-ticipating.

One girl at the presentation had a personal story of her own:

“It’s clear that there is an obvious connection be-

tween lack of youth activities and the use of drugs and alcohol. I was part of this frustrating problem until I was caught smoking weed in Grade 10 on school property. I was caught red-handed by the principal at the time, and she made the decision to suspend me for three days, but did not involve the police. This meant I was allowed to continue with my life and not carry a criminal record.”

She was then placed on school restrictions, and made the decision to change her life for the better. She went on to become a straight A student, and was recently awarded the Youth Service Award.

But not every story has a happy ending.“On June 7, 2010 when one of my best friends,

Ashlee Hyatt, was murdered. She was at a full house party, and I can’t help but wonder if she would have been at an arcade or someplace else, she might have survived,” she said.

Mayor Keith Fielding had positive comments regard-ing the group’s Student Voice presentation and objec-tives.

“The students made an excellent presentation. It re-ally caught our attention and revealed what a great help they can be to us in improving our understand-ing of issues concerning the well being of youth in our community. We want to continue working with the group and get their input in many areas. We found

their ideas about social and recreational priorities very helpful.”

The students also feel that a police liaison officer at the school would be a huge benefit. MBSS is currently the only high school in the valley that does not have one. They hope that with an authoritative presence at the school, there will be less violence and drug dealing occurring.

The estimated cost of a liaison officer is between $100,000 and $120,000 per year. Peachland students currently make up about nine per cent of the popula-tion of the school, so Peachland’s contribution, should the district decide to participate in hiring an officer, would reflect that amount.

“I believe that there will be support for including funds in our next year’s budget to contribute to the cost of a police liaison officer position. However, the project will depend on it also being supported by West Kelowna and Westbank First Nations. I have spoken with Mayor Findlater and I understand that there is interest from West Kelowna council, subject to further review of requirements. I have not yet spoken with Chief Louie but will be doing so,” said Fielding.

Even though some of the students of “Student Voice” graduated this year, including Boorman, the program is expected to continue with other student leaders coming on board in the fall.

Mount Boucherie students offer a “Student Voice” to local municipalitiesContinued on page 7


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Jesus is so generous we can barely understand it sometimes. Your religious experience may be one of strict rules and serious sermons. Like me, you may have gone to a Bible camp that had “Your sin will fi nd you out.” written above the hearth in the sitting area. Looking up at that verse, the couches and the fi replace suddenly seemed much less inviting than before.

Jesus taught in parables…fi ctional stories that taught a spiritual lesson. Not as lengthy as an allegory but poignant nonetheless. One of the parables not quite as well-known as others is the one where Jesus introduces us to an estate manager who on one early morning hires workers to tend his vineyard. He promises them a dollar a day – a fair wage in those days. At 9 am, he fi nds more workers standing at the local employment center and he invites them to work for the day. He promises them “a fair wage.” He goes back to the em-

ployment center at noon, at 3:00 pm, and then near the end of the day at 5 pm promising everyone a fair wage.

The workday ends and its time for the workers to receive their wages. The manager sends out his fore-man to pay them. First, he pays the ones who started working at 5 pm. He gives them a dollar. The workers who began early in the morning noticed the amount right away. They begin to whisper to each other that since the 5 pm workers received one dollar surely they would receive a lot more than originally promised. However, with growing dismay, they began to real-ize that the 3 pm workers, the noon workers, and the 9 am workers all received a dollar. When their turn came, they put out their hands, and just as they had already suspected, they each received one dollar.

They bypassed the foreman and complained directly to the manager. The manager calmly listened to their complaint and then responded. The estate manager simply said, “Friend, I haven’t been unfair. We agreed on the wage of a dollar, didn’t we? So take it and go.

I decided to give to the one who came last the same as you. Can’t I do what I want with my own money? Are you going to get stingy because I am generous?” End of discussion. And the lesson of the parable? Je-sus concludes by reminding His listeners about “the Great Reversal: many of the fi rst ending up last, and the last fi rst.”

Too often we respond like those who worked since dawn. We think too highly about what we’ve done to get where we are today. In our Christian experience, we sometimes think God is lucky to have us on His side and we judge others. The truth is that God is ex-tremely generous with all of us. If you come to Him, He will accept you. No matter where you’ve been, no matter what you’ve done, no matter how late in life. It’s not about us. It’s all about Him. All you’ve got to do is ask… even if you started working at 5 pm.

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selves, of course), on their government website: http://www.livesmartbc.ca/attachments/carbon_

neutral_action_reports/CarbonNeutralBC-transform-ingBCpublicsector.pdf.

I’m not knocking environmental initiatives, I just think that the results are too miniscule, and the cost (taxing) to the average wage earner, only adds to an overburdened society. Perhaps they need to be looking at the bigger picture, as North America’s, Canada, in particular, is not the continent causing the most harm. And if you are going to regulate big industry emissions in this regard…no carbon credits sharing.

Carbon-taxing and other initiatives

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(closed meeting) and Friday at 8pm

(open meeting).

Call 763-5555 for more info.

Alcoholics Anonymous Peachland Fellowship

For SaleOak China Cabinet; mirror, 2 glass side cupboards, drawer and cup-board underneath, 3 recessed lights with dimmer switch, excel-lent condition, $250.00 Call 250-767-6538

For SaleChaparral Bowrider 190Year 2006; Volvo Penta 4.3; 215 engine hours; fully equipped; swim platform, Bimini canopy; $21,000. Call 250-767-6538

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Cleaning ServicesCabins to Castles - Great cleaning, no hassles. Housekeeping, clean-ing, offi ce or yard work, move-ins & move-outs, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly appointments. Expe-rienced & reliable. Michelle, 250-826-6285

Services for HireRespite senior care; daily or week-ly; excellent references, call Vi Linden at 250-801-7477 or 250-767-6565

WantedWanted: Big game hunting rifl e and .22 hunting rifl e. Call 250-767-6740

For SaleToyota Camry XLE...2007; 39,200 kms; silver grey; no accidents; regularly serviced; asking $22,000 obo. Call 250-767-6538


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Christine Davison

CANCER (June 21-July 22): There may be strange surprises. What begins now may continue again very soon. You attract intelligent sorts. There may be someone you know who may lend a helping hand where scholarships/ grants are involved. Look to Libra for more advice, especially if you’re dealing with bureaucrats over the next week. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You will rise to whatever challenges you face. Your intellect may shine at important moments to giving you the lead at work or at play. Don’t be surprised if your hunches and feelings turn out to be right. You’re more psychic than you realize. Secrets involve people who rely upon your compassion and property. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Many would do anything for you, even if it meant moving to be closer to you. Find your drive to succeed. Someone you admire may wish to share their feelings with you. You could be far more attractive than you sometimes realize. Secret smiles, caresses, and jokes may be shared between you and a lover. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): There are secrets that only you can solve, riddles and mysteries that only you can discover the hidden meaning of. You’ll make money if you put your money where your mouth is (and value maternal words). There may be someone who thinks a little bit more of you than you do of them, but don’t feel guilty for it. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Thoughtful answers may come to you in a time of conflict. Looking and behaving smartly may attract admiring stares. Don’t feel discouraged if someone takes your creative talents for granted. You may feel like you are playing hide-and-go-seek with someone you admire or have ardour for. Avoid large risks. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It may seem as if time is running out, but it’s only because you really need to stop over-thinking things-Try to take a moment to slow down and cool out. Children may bring you luck and joy. You are an overwhelming inspiration to others. The past brings many smiles. Take a trip down memory lane.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): People find your leadership, courage, and quick wit to be a rare inspiration. You might become involved with several people as strong and charismatic as you are. Use your creative talents. Don’t gloss over details, even if they appear miniscule or paranoid in nature. Talk things over. Keep promises. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): It may feel like there is something or someone from your past that you cannot avoid. You and your family are clever enough to solve this. Sometimes you feel as if you need a change of pace or place. You may be able to improve your feelings, surroundings or situation if you can get a hold of your conscience. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A situation may unfold, bringing you closer to what you need to learn. Something quirky or downright bizarre said now may involve a sibling or someone you’ve journeyed or gossiped with. A lot can be said for your grander, more optimistic outlook. Someone may show their feelings for you in larger-than-life ways. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Someone close to you might wish to explore future relationship or professional options with you. It might be time to focus upon your surroundings and your future. Take the lead and the high road. You may feel like you are falling behind the times, but that wouldn’t be true. Give yourself some credit. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You’re a natural. You are strong, smart, charismatic, and can think on your feet like no one else. Someone may wish to indulge you where your true interests lie. If you follow your heart (and not your head), then you may be able to make many new friends or romantic partnerships over the next month. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): There is something mysterious and sensual about you lately that draws others to you. People may come to you in search of wisdom or forgiveness. Try to follow your own path. Pursue your own spirituality. Listen to your own dreams. It’s time to start new hobbies. Career-wise, it’s time to ask about promotions.

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Company published its first stock average.

Also This Week07/04/1997 NASA’s Pathfinder

space probe landed on the surface of Mars.07/05/1937 Spam, the luncheon

meat, was introduced into the market by Hormel Foods Corporation. 07/06/1947 the AK-47 went into

production in the Soviet Union.07/07/1969 in Canada, the Official

Languages Act was adopted; this made the French language equal to English throughout the Federal government. 07/08/1947 reports were

broadcasted that a UFO crash landed in Roswell, New Mexico. 07/09/1962 Andy Warhol’s

Campbell’s Soup Cans exhibition opened at the Ferus Gallery in Los Angeles.

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Around PeachlandAround Peachland

Kennedy Arbea, Jessika McDiarmid and Celina Faulkner, left to right, and Kaitlyn Adderly, missing from the photo, worked hard last weekend creating and selling their crafts to raise money for the SPCA. They plan to have several sale weekends during the summer at their Victoria Street neigh-bourhood. So far, they have raised $100. Some of their crafts include paintings, bead bracelets and necklaces, and fancy kleenex box holders. Good for you, girls! photo submitted

Chico Barra, front, and his wife Gwenda, in background, of G.C. Contracting are working hard in the summer heat to spiff up the Edgewater with a nice coat or two of paint. The Edgewater is look-ing good, so we can only assume that Chico managed to get more paint on the old hotel, than it appears he did on himself. Photo Constance Roth

Visitors to the Peachland View offi ce will notice a new face at the front desk. Sointu Martin joined the team last month, brightening up the front offi ce with her cheerful smile. Photo Cindy Fortin

Chico Barra, front, and his wife Gwenda, in background, of G.C. Contracting are working hard in

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Several kids enjoyed day camp at the Peachland Baptist Church this week, with a host of activities to keep them busy. LEFT: This energetic group showed off the handsome crabs they made out of pipe cleaners and homemade bean bags. Pictured in the front row, from left to right are Ashton, Abby, Emma, Cassie and Alaura. At the back are Jade, left and Cassidy.ABOVE: Pastor John Rankin gives instructions to some students participating in Super Cool Underwater Bible Adventures (SCUBA).BELOW: Pastor John’s wife, Maria Rankin, had a captive audience during one of their fun sessions. Photos submitted


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305-4350 Ponderosa DriveEnter into this townhome and be greeted by lots of living space on 2 levels featuring a Master Suite on the 2nd fl oor. 3 bedroom, 2 bath unit in popular Eagle’s View is regarded as one of the most prestigious fl oor plans. Quality fi nishings, gorgeous lake & valley views makes for a much sought after lifestyle!

$609,000 MLS®10031307

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Gorgeous! Top Quality! Totally professionally renovated Executive Home. Extra features and detailing throughout

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#67-1999 Hwy 97 S., West KelownaUpdated home in Westview Village 18+ section. Land-scaped, fenced yard. Small pets allowed. 2 beds 1 bath, plus bonus room. Large covered deck and all in a quiet cul de sac. Covered parking and garden shed included.

$59,900 MLS®10027597

Never before offered for sale. Beautiful lot on private bench and driveway with full unobstructed lake views. Gorgeous gardens and entertaining deck. Delightfully updated 2Bd/1Ba, 2 new

additions, open concept living area, newer appliances, laminate fl ooring, fresh paint, very solid foundation. Friendly 55+ park, across from public beach and Hardy Falls trail system. 65+

taxes only $100.

MLS®10030082$121,900

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6711 Highway 97 S Highway # 38, Peachland

Moe MartinB.S. Bus. Admin.Broker/Owner(Broker licensed in BC & Alberta)

26 Years in Real Estate

“Buy land, they stopped making it”

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CURRENT RATE SPECIALS5 yr fi xed (quick close) 3.59%

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Lara Cody250-868-7114

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Bryon Knutsen(250) 863-1282“Our” Community “Your” Realtor

• Director’s Platinum Award• President’s Gold Award• Master Sales Award

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6490 Sherburn Road Peachland, BC - 4 bedroom 3 bathroom walkout rancher has it all open concept 2 fi replaces brazilin cherry hardwood and tile fl ooring vaulted ceilings large ensuite with soaker tub & separate walk in shower low maintenance yard stamped concrete and oversized double garage.$659,000 MLS®10029382

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$459,900

5836 Vicary Road, Peachland If you are looking for outstanding lakeviews, this is it! This 3 bed + den/3 bath home is the ultimate for someone who is looking to enjoy the magnifi cent views of Okanagan Lake year round. Enjoy outdoor living at its best from the many decks & patios. Located on a quiet no-through street yet just minutes from all amenities including beaches, fi ne dining, marina and shopping.

MLS ®10028620



The Team Advantage


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Beautiful lake and mountain view. Corner unit w/ private balcony overlooking the creek. This fully furnished condo has SS applianc-es, granite counter tops, built-in microwave/fan, W/D, Fridge/stove. D/W, upgraded taps and f/fnsd kitchen. Pool,hot tub,2 large garden and BBQ areas, exercise room, sauna, owners’ lounge.

654 Cook Road # 520, Kelowna

$359,000

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The Team Advantage


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Great location, gorgeous lake & mountain views! Open floor plan on main features spacious, contemporary kitchen, bright dining & living areas. New furnace & roof are just part of the incredible value of this property. Completely & professionally updated, this tasteful 2+2bdrm, 3 bath home provides you with an opportunity to just move in & spend your days enjoy-ing the Okanagan lifestyle.

6154 Davies Crescent Peachland

$449,500

MLS

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0272

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Priced Right to Sell at $449,500

5317 Bradbury StreetBeautifully updated Pan Abode Log home with great landscaping RV parking and lakeview, 4 bdrms, 3 baths, 2230 sq ft, contemporary modern interior finishing, newer furnace, hot water tank, flooring, paint, private yard, .25 acre lot, U/G irrigation you will love the rural feel.

$409,000 MLS®1003174

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