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New Year kicked off with runTeghan Anderson was one of 23 participants in the New Years Day beach run Sunday, sponsored by the Peachland Recreation Department. The run was the first of two events that day, with the ever popular Polar Bear Swim attracting hundreds to Swim Bay. See Page 3 for a story and photos of the swim. Dave Preston photo

by Dave Preston

Property assessment notices will be arriving in mailboxes across Brit-ish Columbia this week and homeowners in Peachland will generally find the assessed value of their homes has dropped.

More than 81,000 assessment notices were mailed this week in the Central Okanagan, according to BC Assessment.

“Most homes in the Central Okanagan are remaining stable in value compared to last year’s assessment roll,” said Tracy Wall, deputy asses-sor.

“Most homeowners in the Central Okanagan will see modest chang-es in the -5 per cent to 0 per cent range,” said Wall.

On average, Peachland homes dropped in value by $7,000, from an average assessment of $456,000 last year to $449,000 this year, representing a 1.5 per cent decrease.

Average assessed values of homes dropped in every location in the Central Okanagan except in Lake Country, according to BC Assess-ment.

Here’s a look at changes in average assessments by geographic area:* Kelowna: $7,000 drop (1.4%) from $511,000 in 2011 to

$504,000 in 2012;* Kelowna strata: $18,000 drop (7%) from $258,000 in 2011 to

$240,000 in 2012;* Peachland: $7,000 drop (1.5%) from $456,000 in 2011 to

$449,000 in 2012;* Lake Country: $2,000 increase (0.4%) from $520,000 in 2011 to

$522,000 in 2012;* West Kelowna: $16,000 drop (3.1%) from $509,000 in 2011 to

$493,000 in 2012.Owners of commercial and industrial properties in the Central

Okanagan will see changes in assessments from 0 per cent to 15 per cent increases, according to BC Assessment.

Overall, the Central Okanagan’s Assessment Roll decreased from $41.1 billion last year to $40.7 billion this year. The 2012 assessment roll includes over $663 million in new construction, subdivisions and rezoning.

Property assessments are used by municipalities and other taxing au-thorities to calculate the share of property taxes each property owner will pay each year.

The province has also adjusted the threshold for the homeowners’ grant.

Property owners who own homes worth up to $1.285 million may be eligible to receive the entire homeowners’ grant this year, according to the Ministry of Finance.

The homeowner grant provides a maximum reduction in residential taxes of $770 outside the Victoria, Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley regional districts. An additional $275 grant is available to those aged

Property assessments drop by 1.5 per cent in Peachland

65 or older, those who are permanently disabled or a veteran of certain wars.

“We continue to see challenging economic times around the world,” said Finance Minister Kevin Falcon. “By maintaining the homeown-er grant, we continue to help families with the costs of owning their homes.”

Homeowner grants are not automatic and must be applied for each year.

“Property owners who feel that their property assessment does not reflect market value as of July 1, 2011 or see incorrect information on their notice should contact our office as indicated on their notice as soon as possible in January,” said Wall.

“If a property owner is still concerned about their assessment after speaking to one of our appraisers, they may submit a Notice of Com-plaint (Appeal) by January 31, for an independent review by a Prop-erty Assessment Review Panel,” added Wall.

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Jaala Petersen is home from the hospi-tal, her body changed. She has a perma-nent carbon rod down the front of her lower leg, two pins in her ankle, two pins in her knee and multiple staples holding her skin together.

Petersen’s experience Friday is less nota-ble for the snowmobile accident she had outside Peachland and the several hours she spent in surgery, and more astound-ing because of the length of time it took to get the young woman from the accident scene to Kelowna General Hospital.

In total, it took more than seven hours for Petersen to reach KGH and finally be given pain medication.

After receiving a compound fracture, with her fibula jutting out of her leg, Pe-tersen spent hours waiting for rescuers to arrive, bundle her up and transport her to an ambulance, which was idling just two kilometres away.

As the crow flies, the main gate at the old Brenda Mine site is 20 kilometres from downtown Peachland. On a good day, it takes about a half an hour to make the drive. Last Friday, the gate might as

Seven hour ordeal for injured Peachland snowmobilerRescue near Brenda Mine of woman with broken leg hampered by road conditions, rescue equipment location

her snowmobile.“I laid on the snowmobile for six hours,”

Petersen said.Anderson rode off on his own machine

down the trail to where more people from his group were taking a break. While some members put together supplies to take back to where Petersen lay, another called 911.

The first emergency vehicle to be dis-patched was an ambulance. It was de-layed in responding due to paramedics having to pull over on the Brenda Mine Road to put chains on the ambulance’s tires.

It is not known when the ambulance arrived at the Brenda Mine gate, but para-medics did not travel up the trail to where Petersen was. Instead, they waited by their ambulance until Petersen was brought to them at 8:45 p.m. -- about five and a half hours after the accident.

It wasn’t until 4:20 p.m. that BC Am-bulance requested assistance from Central Okanagan Search and Rescue (COSAR), which paged its volunteer members five minutes later.

Petersen said her snowmobiling com-panions did what they could to keep her warm with blankets and a fire. None of the group wanted to move the injured woman, who clearly had a compound fracture of her lower leg.

At 5:45 p.m., 90 minutes after the ac-cident, the first COSAR rescuer arrived at the ambulance and was taken to Petersen by a snowmobiler at the scene. Petersen could not be brought out, however, be-cause COSAR’s equipment was not at the scene.

COSAR stores its equipment near Kelowna International Airport and Peters-en said she was told that someone had to go get it and drive it the scene. The equip-ment didn’t arrive until 90 minutes after the first COSAR rescuer arrived.

By the time COSAR’s rescue equip-ment arrived, including a sled to be used to transport Petersen, six people from COSAR were on scene.

Petersen learned during her ordeal that the first rescuer from COSAR was driving a truck and it jackknifed on Princeton Av-enue, just west of the Peachland compost site. That necessitated driving to the acci-dent site on snowmobiles.

By 7:08 p.m., four rescuers with equip-ment were with Petersen and they began to treat her and ready her for the two kilo-metre trek back to the waiting paramedics.

“I was pretty much screaming to get down the hill,” said Petersen. “I was not the nicest person.”

Unfortunately, Petersen had to wait lon-ger. At 8:26 p.m., about five hours since she broke her leg, Petersen was finally on her way. Nineteen minutes later, COSAR handed Petersen over to the paramedics.

Petersen said by the time paramedics treated her, got her secured in the am-bulance, drove very slowly down Brenda Mine Road, stopped to take off the chains on the ambulance’s tires and drove on through Peachland, West Kelowna and Kelowna, it was about 11 p.m. before she made it to hospital.

“I couldn’t break my finger in town,” said Petersen. “I had to break my leg in the bush.”

Petersen said it took an awfully long time for rescuers to get to the scene and a long time to get hospital, but she’s very thankful for the care she received.

“They are the greatest people,” Petersen said of the COSAR volunteers. “They made sure everyone was calm.”

Robert Braun, head of COSAR, was not available for comment on the story but the Peachland View obtained a copy of the COSAR call log for the incident, which details the timing of each step tak-en by rescuers.

Grant Topham, Peachland’s fire chief, said his department wasn’t even called about Friday’s snowmobile incident.

“Anything outside our jurisdiction has to have a PEP (Provincial Emergency Pro-gram) number,” said Topham.

Any time Peachland Fire and Rescue Service responds outside its boundaries, the department receives a PEP file num-ber, which means, according to Topham, that the province takes responsibility and handles any liability issues.

“We’re not equipped for search and rescue,” said Topham, who added his fire-fighters may not have responded to a call near Brenda Mine even if they had been called.

“As far as going out into the bush and rescuing people, it’s not our mandate,” said Topham.

COSAR does a good job but is limited by the very volunteer nature of the service and the location of their equipment, ac-cording to Topham. He added paramed-ics are, for the most part, dressed in street clothes and do not have the equipment to go into the bush to bring an injured person out.

well have been a world away.Petersen said shortly after 3 p.m., she

and boyfriend Dan Anderson were on separate snowmobiles for a ride. They made it two kilometres from the Brenda Mine gate when she went too fast around a corner.

“I hit my shin on the snowmobile as I was going over,” said Petersen. She landed in a snow well.

Anderson managed to pull Petersen out of the snow and get her onto the seat of

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The District of Peachland is looking for a volunteer to fill a vacancy on the Mayors Task Force on Climate Change for a three year term. The Mayors Task Force meets on the last Wednesday of each month at 2:30 pm, and additionally as required.

The Task Force aids the District of Peachland in meeting its GHG reduction targets into the future. The Committee gathers data, provides local knowledge and technical expertise, identify issues, assess priorities, review progress, and provides an understanding of the various constraints and opportunities relating to specific climate change projects as approved by Council.

The successful applicant will be selected on the basis of their demonstrated community interest, academic and technical qualifications, availability, work experience, knowledge and professional expertise.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest including qualifications by Tuesday, January 31st, 2012.

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by Dave Preston

A record number of people donned bathing suits Sunday and jumped into Okanagan Lake for the annual Peachland Polar Bear Swim.

A total of 124 participants ran into the lake at Swim Bay, according to Pelma Haffenden, recreation director. Hundreds of spectators on the shore egged the swimmers on.

About a dozen swimmers didn’t wait for the official start and dove into the lake on their own. Once started, the of-ficial swim lasted all of about 30 seconds, before the majority of swimmers had run back on shore to waiting towels, blankets and robes.

At the time of the 1 p.m. lake dip, the temperature of the water was 5.3 C, or 41.5 F. The air temperature was a frosty 1 C and a light breeze was blowing on-shore.

Swimmers came from across the Okanagan and there were two partici-pants who, geographically, were really out of place, but had a blast all the same.

Isabella Balderas and Daniela Vil-lanueva, both 13-years-old, are from just outside Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. They are living in the Okanagan this school year, attending Grade 7 on the Westside.

Balderas said it was just a few months ago that she and Villanueva saw snow for the first time in their lives.

Polar Bear Swim breaks all records with 124 participants

Isabella Balderas and Daniela Villanueva, both 13, take a break after Sunday’s Polar Bear Swim. Dave Preston photos

All kinds of people jumped in the lake Sunday, vikings too!

124 participants ran into Okanagan Lake New Year’s Day at Swim Bay. Most ran right back out within seconds.


Peachland Views

Editor’s Perspective Peek into the Past

Dave Preston, Editor

Seven hours?

It’s rather mind blowing to think a young woman could be in considerable pain, laying on a snowmobile in the frigid mountains and

waiting seven hours to be rescued and taken to hospital, especially since she was only 20 kilome-tres from civilization.

What’s more, Jaala Petersen was just two kilome-tres away from a main road. It’s easy to think that if you’re out having fun in the bush, relatively close to home, that help isn’t that far away, but things aren’t always as they seem.

In a perfect world, rescuers would always arrive within minutes and take care of us. Unfortunately, we can rely on first responders only so much.

In the case of Friday’s snowmobile accident, there were a number of factors that led to the inordinate amount of time Petersen spent waiting in the bush.

One person who was at the accident scene Friday (and asked not to be named) said the road was a “literal sheet of ice”. The road condition meant paramedics had to stop and chain up before proceeding. It also meant that the first group of rescuers didn’t even make it up the road, opting to unload snowmobiles and use them to get to the scene.

Paramedics do not dress up like Nanook of the North and apparently do not have the equipment on board their ambulances to hike into the bush to load up and retrieve people with bones sticking out of their legs.

Firefighters may seem to be the logical choice to dispatch to an accident scene in the bush, but they aren’t really equipped for that type of situation either. Certainly Peachland Fire and Rescue doesn’t have snowmobiles and other necessary equipment at the ready.

In addition, firefighters are simply not allowed to drive all over helping people. There are liability is-sues at play and enough firefighters and equipment have to be on home turf if other problems arise.

Search and rescuers were the logical choice to dispatch to the scene Friday but they had their own challenges.

COSAR (Central Okanagan Search and Rescue) is a volunteer group. Their volunteers have to come from all over the Central Okanagan and their equipment is stored at the Kelowna airport.

Having equipment at the airport may be great for rescues in the northern part of the Central Okana-gan, but it was certainly a problem on Friday when it had to be transported all the way to Brenda Mine.

Emergency personnel tell us time and time again that it is up to us to deal with an emergency for the first while. On the other hand, accidents are ac-cidents and it’s tough to be prepared for a broken leg in the bush.

By all accounts, the crew that was with Petersen Friday did a great job. They ensured she was warm, kept her in one place and kept her as calm as pos-sible.

Perhaps by talking about this story, solutions can be found. Seven hours is a very long time.

Skating in Peachland

This picture shows a cold snap about 1970 when a community skating rink lasted for a few weeks where the Cenotaph is today. Pete Spackman of the Totem Inn and other civic spirited businessmen wanted to create something for the kids. They flooded the area, built a bonfire and even fed the young skaters. Hardy’s Lake near Gorman’s mill was always the best skating rink but too far for local kids to walk. Today it lacks size and parking in the area.

Photo: Peachland Historical Society

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Dear Editor;

Family literacy is the way parents and children use literacy and language in their daily lives. It encom-passes how families learn, how parents improve their skills to help their kids develop strong literacy levels, and how families use literacy to maintain relationships with each other and with the community.

Family literacy programs are offered in communities all over Canada and are directed towards parents to provide them with tools and strategies to support their children’s learning on a daily basis.

Parents are a child’s first teacher. Research has shown that when parents know how to support their kids through literacy from birth, children become more successful at school.

Family literacy programs are usually free and open to the general public.

When parents come to a family literacy program looking for help, trained volunteers, childhood edu-

cators or teachers will analyze their current situation – what they know, and what they want to learn. This is all taken into consideration when directing parents and children to each specific program.

Family literacy initiatives involve three different lev-els: the intellectual level, where vocabulary and other learning tools are used; the emotional level, stimulat-ing participants to play, touch and interact with their kids; and finally the social level, where parents can engage with other parents.

As surprising as it may seem, even in a developed country like Canada, 40 per cent of adults still struggle with reading, writing and math. Family literacy pro-grams are a great and safe way for families to increase their confidence and skills.

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Dear Editor;

In August 2011, the people of B.C. soundly de-feated the HST. Our Finance Minister, Kevin Falcon, is now telling us that due to the level of complex-ity (please explain to us), it will be with us until March, 2013. Two months to bring the HST in and 18 months to remove it. What’s wrong with this pic-ture?

I suspect the delay is so our honest government can raise enough HST dollars to cover the money going back to the federal government.

Is it too much to ask our elected officials to be hon-

est with us? We must start demanding it! We’re asked to accept Christy Clark’s cronyism (do

the names Pamela Martin and Stewart Muir ring a bell), the BC Rail cover-up, which cost us $6 million.

Now we have BC Hydro, BC Ferries, ICBC and BC medical premium increases to deal with.

We taxpayers of BC are looked at as a Big Cash Cow with bottomless pockets to pay for all this. So much for Christy Clark’s family first platform.

We need more control over our government. One day every four to five years doesn’t count.

Derek Bunce, Peachland

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Before I begin this week’s report I would like to wish everyone a very Happy New Year and best wishes for

2012. On a related theme, I would

like to encourage everyone start-ing out the New Year to think of your health. Before I get to that point, I would also like to share some numbers with you about healthcare in British Columbia.

In this 2011-2012 fiscal year, healthcare spending will increase to $17.5 billion. To put that fig-ure in context, health spending now represents roughly 42 per cent of the entire B.C. budget.

Consider that only a decade ago health spending was just over $9 billion a year. By next year, the annual spending on healthcare will have effectively doubled to $18.5 billion.

Please remember these numbers next time you hear

2011 was a year that ended with many historic changes around the world that few would have predicted some 12 months ago.

We saw great economic and political uncertainty across the world continue with the Eu-ropean sovereign debt crisis, Arab Spring and the political gridlock in the United States.

While almost no country was left untouched by the events, we did see a wide spec-trum of responses. We saw peaceful protests, democratic elections, eleventh-hour multi-lateral meetings, riots in the streets and in extreme cases, states killing their own citizens, many of whom were only calling for political re-form and greater economic freedom.

Closer to home, few would have pre-dicted a majority government in Canada. In the May 2 election we saw a tremen-dous amount of turnover. In this 41st Parliament, we have the youngest group of parliamentarians elected yet (with an average age of 49.9 years).

In the recent local elections, there too was a lot of turnover, with many mayors not returned to office.

The ongoing global economic turmoil and continued challenges with unemploy-ment and poverty have given rise to po-litical unrest and also served as a catalyst for movements and protests throughout North America.

There is also one other common de-nominator that is often overlooked and that is of great importance for govern-ments of all levels to spend within their means and at the same time to continue to create policy that supports jobs and a strong economy. These two tangibles are very much connected and yet all too often they are treated as isolated and separate entities.

In my travels around the riding and through the corridors of government as an MP, some facts have become increas-ingly clear. When it comes to the spend-ing of your tax dollars on programs, services and administration, there is no shortage of ideas on how more money can be spent.

At times government, in response to interest groups, support policy and initia-

tives that sometimes impede and restrict the private sector’s ability to generate the jobs and investment we need to support

our valued social programs.Most Canadians would

agree that creating manu-facturing jobs in Canada as opposed to overseas is an important goal that is beneficial for our economic prosperity. However, to meet those objectives it is critical that Canada have an infra-structure network that allows manufacturers to efficiently and easily move goods from their factory’s doors direct to marketplaces where an effec-

tive financial return can be realized. Many may not realize it, however in

each community in our region where I have visited our largest and higher pay-ing private sector employers all depend on the smooth movement of goods across borders, whether they are provincial or in-ternational.

Many citizens will know that our gov-ernment has recently entered into some agreements with the United States Gov-ernment in respect to Canada/US border relations.

Likewise, improvements to roads, the construction of bridges, elimination of the Canadian wheat board, tax credits for small business to encourage hiring and capital equipment tax credits for large business are all initiatives designed to cre-ate investment and jobs.

On the other end, our government has also been undertaking a spending review in Ottawa. Reviewing spending, consoli-dation and programs like Shared Services Canada have already helped reduce our deficit by over $22 billion in 2011, a 40 per cent reduction over last year.

At the same time we have been able to implement the largest increase to the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) in 25 years and help close to 700,000 re-tired seniors.

Our government has also remained op-posed to former federal Liberal Bill C-428 that would have paid these benefits to newly arrived immigrants. Legislation has also been introduced for a new $2,000

A new year: Healthcare spending and your health

Looking back at historic changes and forward to 2012

Bill Barisoff, MLA - Commentary

MP Dan Albas - Commentary

Bill Barisoff, MLA

Dan Albas, MP

about ‘health care cuts’ or ‘underfunding’. Where has that money gone? Contrary to the often re-

peated claims of ‘administration’, in reality the increased funding has gone to expanding and increasing services.

This year in British Columbia there will be more than half a million surgeries performed. This is an increase of close to 100,000 surgeries compared to a decade ago.

Drug coverage under Pharmacare has also significant-ly increased, nearly doubling over the past 10 years to currently $1.1 billion annually.

Capital spending has also been significantly increased with some $7 billion being invested into new capital projects throughout British Columbia.

What can you do? As we enter 2012 here are a few im-portant things you can focus on to improve your health, and that of your family:

* Reduce the amount of sodium you and your family eat. Excessive sodium can lead to high blood pressure and that can lead to both heart and kidney disease, as well as stroke.

* Avoid or reduce drinking sugary drinks as many of these drinks contain as many calories as a healthy meal.

* Wherever possible increase your water consumption instead.

* Increase your daily exercise by walking more often, taking stairs instead of an elevator or enjoying one of the many nice walkways and trails we have throughout the south Okanagan.

* Cut down on your vices. If you drink, drink less often and ensure you eat when you are drinking. For those who smoke there are new programs and incentives to help you quit.

* Changing your eating habits is also important. Sup-port our local fruit growers by eating more fruits and vegetables, and try eating new fruits and vegetables.

* Reduce portion sizes and avoid foods high in fats or those that are heavily processed.

* At night ensure you get a good night of rest and avoid late night drinking of alcohol or caffeine.

Our own health is one of our most important but of-ten overlooked ways that we can enjoy a happier and healthier life and potentially live longer.

For 2012 if you can start the year off right and try to focus on even a modest amount of goals to increase your health you and your family will benefit. For more infor-mation please visit www.healthyfamiliesbc.ca

Here is to living a happier and healthier 2012.

Family Caregiver Tax Credit to assist care-givers of infirm dependent relatives and also a new Children’s Arts Tax Credit of up to $500 per child for eligible fees as-sociated with children’s artistic, cultural, recreational and developmental activities is soon to be supporting families.

Looking ahead for 2012, we must con-tinue to support investment and the cre-

ation of jobs in order to maintain and en-hance our special quality of life we enjoy as Canadians. It may take hard work to get where we want to go, but one unique quality about our country is that when we collectively resolve to accomplish some-thing or contribute somewhere, we do it and never let hard work get in the way.


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By Erin Boyes, District of Peachland

Water Rates Bylaw Amendments

Council gave fi rst, sec-ond and third readings to Water Rates Bylaw No. 1931, 2010 Amendment Bylaw Number 1981, 2011. This amendment brings the agricultural rate in line with the 2009 level from $0.04 to $0.10 per cubic meter, with no increase in any other rate category.

Earthworks Bylaw Amend-ment

Council gave fi nal recon-sideration and adoption to Earthworks Control Bylaw No. 832 Amend-ment Bylaw Number 1977, 2011. This amend-ment allows for landscap-ing businesses to be ex-empt from the permitting process.

Fees and Charges & Freedom of Information

and Protection of Privacy Bylaws

Council gave fi rst, sec-ond and third readings to both Freedom of In-formation and Protec-tion of Privacy Bylaw No. 1982, 2011 and Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1980, 2011.

These bylaws replace Freedom of Informa-tion and Administrative Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1632, 2001, thereby bringing administrative clarity of having two dis-tinct bylaws rather than one.

Offi cial Community Plan Bylaw Amendment – Vol-untary Amenity Contribu-

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Council gave fi rst and sec-ond readings to Offi cial Community Plan Bylaw No. 1600, 2001 Amend-ment Bylaw No. 1969, 2011 for the provision of including Voluntary Amenity Contributions. This funding mechanism will help the District to fund future amenities in the community. A public hearing will be scheduled prior to third reading.

Sign Bylaw Amendment

Council gave fi rst three readings to Sign Bylaw Number 1853 Amend-ment Bylaw Number 1980, 2011. This amend-ment will restrict applica-tions for full color digital message centers with TV motion.

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Council granted autho-rization for the Water-front Pizzeria and Grill to allow construction of a sidewalk patio from May 1- October 31, 2011.

A public consultation process will be under-taken in relation to side-walk café, merchant dis-play and mobile vending licenses and encroach-ments, including:

• Letters sent to down-town businesses with in-formation and invitation to attend a public infor-mation meeting

• Advertising in the Peachland View

• Public information meeting

• Final review and com-mencement of council adoption process

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As part of its commitment to B.C.’s justice sys-tem, the Ministry of Attorney General will boost annual legal aid funding by $2.1 million to help ensure families have access to family and child pro-tection services.

This additional funding for the Legal Services Society (LSS) will assist families with emergency family matters related to custody or access, as well as to provide for representation for parents with children in the custody of the Ministry of Children and Family Development. This funding brings an-nual legal aid funding in B.C. to $68.6 million.

“Our new family law legislation places the best interests of children first and we wanted to ensure that the Legal Services Society had additional re-sources to support families who needed assistance to resolve custody, access and other legal disputes,” said Attorney General Shirley Bond.

The Ministry of Attorney General will make this funding available through efficiencies in its admin-istrative resources.

Enhancing the Province’s justice system is a pri-ority for government. This is being done through innovation and reform, as well as adding new re-sources.

Government remains committed to introducing new initiatives - including the Family Law Act - that take matters out of courtrooms, find efficiencies and increase capacity.

To help achieve efficiencies and reduce the num-ber of in-court appearances, government continues to expand videoconferencing technology in court-rooms throughout the province.

With 14 provincial court judges appointed over two years and the ongoing hiring of court adminis-trators and sheriffs, government continues to invest critical resources in the justice system.

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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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Dog licence renewal notices have been sent to more than 11,700 dog owners across the Central Okanagan.

2012 dog licences are now available at 28 loca-tions from Peachland to Lake Country. New this year, dog owners can pur-chase a permanent dog licence tag from either the regional district office (1450 KLO Road) or the Regional Dog Pound (860 Weddell Place) that will allow them to renew and pay for their annual licence online.

Renewing a 2012 dog tag before February 29 saves money. The tag for a dog that has been spayed or neutered is $20 while a dog licence for those that have not is $60. Starting March 1, a $20 dollar late fee is applied to renewals.

Communications Coordinator Bruce Smith said, “Renewing the dog licence is not only the responsible thing to do, but a licence is required under the Regional District Dog Control Bylaw (No. 366). Having an up-to-date dog licence on your pet’s collar makes it easier for our dog control staff to reunite a stray dog with their owner. In many cases, we can do it by phone, without having to travel to the pound.”

More and more owners are doing the right thing and are licensing their pets. Smith said, “Last year, about 65 per cent of the dogs we dealt with at the pound

were not licensed. That’s still higher than we’d like, but it’s a 10 per cent improve-ment over previous years. Owners see a value in the service that our dog control staff provides and are in increasing numbers willing to support it with the annual licence fee.”

“If you’re dog isn’t licensed and is impounded, it will be subject to an additional $100 fee, on top of the regular impound and licensing fees,” said Smith. “We also remind dog owners that if their pet gets away, they should contact dog control as quickly as possible. Our bylaw only requires us to hold a dog at the pound for up to 72 hours.”

Dog licences may be purchased in person at any local government office, the North Westside Fire Hall and dozens of licensing agents, pet stores and veterinary clinics throughout the Central Okanagan.

Locations are printed on the licence renewal notice and are also available in the dog control section of the regional district website atregionaldistrict.com/dogs. That’s where you’ll find other information about the dog control service and what to do if you lose or find a dog.

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Phonebook photo winnerTrudy Williams-Boos shows the $50 Christmas gift basket she won for submitting the winning photo in the Peachland View phonebook contest. Trudy’s photo will be on the front cover of the Peachland Telephone Directory 2012, which will be arriving in Peachland mailboxes by mid-February. Sointu Martin Photo


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Approximately 30 per cent of older adults fall at least once each year. Unfortunately, an injury such as a fracture or sprain will occur in 50 per cent of those falls. This in turn can result in a new disability or loss of independence.

The good news? Many falls can be prevented. The Physiotherapy As-sociation of BC has put together a few tips to help keep BC’s seniors on their feet and moving for life.

“As British Columbians age, a number of factors come into play and increase the risk of falling,” said Rebecca Tunnacliffe, CEO of the Physiotherapy Association of BC. “However, the risk of falling in older adults can be reduced when a physiotherapist prescribes specific exer-cises, activities or interventions. This includes staying physically active every day and, if necessary, using an aid such as a cane or walker to do so.”

Physiotherapists have extensive knowledge and experience when it comes to designing safe and effective exercise programs. With their help, British Columbians can keep moving for life. Here are their Physio-4 tips for balance:

1. Try to be physically active every day. Daily physical activity will help to improve your posture, muscle strength and balance. Enrol in a

Tai Chi, yoga or supervised exercise program. Your physiotherapist will recommend therapeutic exercise that’s right for you.

2. Go for routine exams. Have an annual physical assessment with your physiotherapist to detect impairments to your balance. Also, en-sure you visit your doctor for an annual physical and have your vision and hearing checked to help you keep tuned-in as you move around.

3. Wear proper footwear. Wear a good pair of lace-up shoes that will support your feet and ankles, and avoid high heels and slippers because they can increase your risk of slipping and losing balance.

4. Use a cane or a walker. Aids such as canes or walkers are impor-tant to help maintain balance both inside and outside your home. View them as tools to help you keep active, not as signs of weakness.

The Physiotherapy Association of BC created the Physio-4 to share the expertise of its members with fellow British Columbians. “Each month on our website, movingforlife.ca, we provide 4 tips for a specific activity or health issue relating to that month to help keep British Columbi-ans moving for life,” says Tunnacliffe. “We want British Columbians to know that if they are injured or in pain, a physiotherapist can help. After all, we are the healthcare professionals physicians recommend most,” she states. The Physio-4 Tips for Balance provides suggestions to keep adults on their feet and prevent injury from a fall that can lead to more serious issues.

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Are you looking for ways for you and your family to lead healthier lives this New Year?

Here are our top 10 healthy living tips for 2012:1. Reduce the amount of sodium your family eats - We

all need some sodium, but most of us eat about 3,400 mg per day. That is more than double the amount of sodium we need. Eating too much sodium can cause high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease and kidney dis-ease. Experiment with herbs and spices instead of salt to flavour your food. Use fewer processed and packaged foods and substitute fresh fruits and vegetables, unsalted popcorn or unsalted nuts for salty snacks. Small changes can make a big difference.

2. Limit consumption of sugary drinks - Did you know that some sugary drinks can have as many calories as a meal? These extra calories can lead to obesity and other health risks. Sugary drinks have little or no nutrition and often take the place of healthier beverages such as milk. Make water your first choice to satisfy thirst and keep you hydrated.

3. Fit in fitness - It’s not always easy to squeeze in a workout, but even small amounts of physical activity can help improve your health. Try taking the stairs instead of the elevator, getting off the bus a few stops ahead of your destination or make walking the dog a family outing.

4. Quit smoking - The health benefits of quitting smoking start to occur al-most immediately. After 20 minutes, blood pres-sure and pulse rate de-crease and by a year, the risk of a smoking-related heart attack is cut in half. For helpful tools and tips, visit: www.quitnow.ca

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5. Spend more time with family and friends - There’s nothing like connecting with friends and family. Think about ways you can mix it up for a healthier 2012. Put your coffee in a to-go cup and change your weekly coffee date with friends to a walk. If you’re at home with kids, get active by doing jumping jacks, playing tag or dancing around the house - or pick a healthy recipe and get the whole family involved in learning how to make it.

6. Moderate alcohol intake - Many of us enjoy a drink when socializing, relaxing and celebrating, but chronic heavy alcohol use, as well as occasional excessive use of alcohol, can harm your health. Drink slowly. Have no more than two drinks in any three hours. Eat before and while you are drinking. For every drink of alcohol, have one non-alcoholic drink.

7. Control your portions and eat healthier - Reducing portion sizes can help us cut back on unneeded sugar, fat and calories. Look at ways to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your meals and snacks. Eating a wide va-riety of vegetables and fruit has been shown to reduce

the risk of cancer, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke and diabetes.

8. Work/life balance for less stress - Working to achieve more of a balance between our work and personal lives can leave us feeling more rested and energized, help improve our relationships with family and friends, and leave us more time for physical and mental wellness. It’s not always easy, but try to schedule time for quick breaks throughout the day. When you get home, put aside un-necessary chores and take some time for you.

9. Get your flu shot - Getting sick with the flu can sometimes cause serious health consequences for you and your loved ones. By protecting yourself, you also help protect others.

10. Get enough sleep - Getting enough sleep can have an important impact on our overall health and mental well-being. Maintaining a regular bedtime routine, avoid-ing caffeine before bed, and being physically active dur-ing the day can all help make getting to sleep easier.

Learn More:More Information and tips for getting healthier this

New Year, check out www.healthyfamiliesbc.caThinking of quitting smoking in the 2012? For more

information, please visit www.health.gov.bc.ca/pharma-care/stop-smoking/ or www.quitnow.ca

Looking for tips on healthy eating? HealthLink BC’s Dietitian Services’ registered dieticians can answer any nutrition or food-related concerns. Reach them by calling 8-1-1 or visit www.healthlinkbc.ca/dietitian

In Nov. 2011, Canada released a new national set of low-risk alcohol drinking guidelines to help people who choose to drink decide when, where, why and how. For more information visit www.ccsa.ca/Eng/Priorities/Al-cohol/Canada-Low-Risk-Alcohol-Drinking-Guidelines/Pages/default.aspx

To find the nearest flu shot clinic, call HealthLink BC at 8-1-1, or visit the B.C. Flu Clinic Locator at www.health.gov.bc.ca/flu/

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Your Guide to Local Events & Activities

Monday, Jan. 9 - Tween Scene, brought to you by the Peach-land Youth Centre/Okanagan Boys & Girls Clubs will feature, videogames, music and a time to hangout at 4th Street Place from 4 - 5:45 pm. This is a free program for youth in grades 5 & 6.

Monday, Jan. 9 - The Peachland Variety Singers will be start-ing the new season beginning at 9:30 am at the 50+ Activity Centre. New singers are most welcome to join. There are no auditions and the cost is a $15 membership in the centre. Come out and join us in song.

Monday, Jan. 9 - Highway 97 meeting at 2:30 pm in Coun-cil Chambers located at the Peachland Community Centre. All meetings are open to the public. The Hwy. 97 Committee usually meets the first Monday of every month unless it is a statutory holiday, in which case the committee meets the second Monday. A copy of the agenda is available at www.peachland.ca.

Tuesday, Jan. 10 - Teen Hangout, brought to you by the Peach-land Youth Centre/Okanagan Boys & Girls Clubs will feature, videogames, music and a time to hangout at the Peachland Community Centre from 6:30 - 8 pm. This is a free program for youth in grades 10 to 12.

Tuesday, Jan. 10 - Friendship Tuesday, 50+ Activity Centre. It’s movie time again. The feature movie will be “River Wild” starring Meryl Streep and Kevin Bacon at 1:30 pm. Prior to the movie there will be a blood pressure clinic at 1 pm. All are welcome, refreshments will be supplied. Come enjoy a good movie amongst friends.

Tuesday, Jan. 10 - Council Meetings - The Committee of the Whole will meet at 9 am and Regular Council meets at 7 pm. Both meetings are held at the Council Chambers located at the Peachland Community Centre. All meetings are open to the public. Agendas are available online at www.peachland.ca and at the Municipal Office on the Friday prior to the meet-ing.

Wednesday, Jan. 11 - Dinner and Dessert Sushi, brought to you by the Peachland Youth Centre/Okanagan Boys & Girls Clubs at the Anglican Church. Tweens - grades 5 & 6 - 5 pm and middle school - grades 7 to 9 - 6:30 pm. This is a free program.

Wednesday, Jan. 11 - Come sing with us. The Kelowna Com-munity Chorus under the direction of Leroy Wiens is a non-audition adult choir. Practices take place at 7 pm on Wed-nesday evenings at St. Paul’s United Church, 3131 Lakeshore Road. Registration takes place before the first practice on Jan. 11th at 6:30 pm. For more information, call 250-762-3068 or 250-764-8919.

Thursday, Jan. 12 - Middle School Hangout, brought to you by the Peachland Youth Centre/Okanagan Boys & Girls Clubs

will feature, videogames, music and a time to hangout at the Peachland Community Centre from 6 - 7:30 pm. This is a free program for youth in grades 7 to 9.

Thursday, Jan. 12 - The Peachland Economic Development Committee meets on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers located at the Peachland Com-munity Centre. All meetings are open to the public. Agen-das are available on the Friday prior to the meeting online at www.peachland.ca and at the Municipal Office.

Friday, Jan. 13 - Middle School Pizza and Movie Night, brought to you by the Peachland Youth Centre/Okanagan Boys & Girls Clubs. Meet at the Peachland Community Centre at 5 pm. For youth in grades 7 to 9. Cost is $5.

Tuesday, Jan. 31 - Peachland Toastmasters is coming. Toast-masters is forming a new club in Peachland beginning Tues-day, Jan. 31 from 12:05 to 12:55 pm at the Peachland Com-munity Centre. Admission is free as we demonstrate what a club meeting is all about. The meeting is open to anyone who would like to help to overcome their fear of public speak-ing; improve their ability to persuade and convince others; improve their ability to relay ideas clearly and understand-ably; improve their self-confidence before a group of people; become skilled in group leadership; develop skills in listen-ing effectively; learn to tactfully evaluate presentations and accept and use helpful evaluations. Toastmasters is a world leader in communication and leadership development where people can develop their skills in a friendly, nonthreatening, supportive environment. Membership in Toastmasters is one of the greatest investments you can make in yourself. There will be a draw for prizes at the Jan. 31 meeting. For more in-formation email [email protected] or call Mary at 250-767-5257.

Volunteers - There are so many ways to get involved in our community. Clubs, societies, groups, churches and service clubs all contribute to the fabric which makes Peachland a dynamic place to live. Many have probably heard the phrase “The benefits of volunteering are endless!” Although it could be perceived as just a marketing ploy to grab your attention or perhaps an over exaggerated descriptor, a valuable volun-teer experience does contribute so much to personal growth and development and ultimately to the organization or to the greater community. People volunteer for many personal reasons and not all benefits relate to all volunteer positions or to all individuals. However, research shows that there is enormous personal value in volunteering. Some of the many benefits of volunteering include: helping others; developing your sense of achievement; the opportunity to learn a new skill, interest or hobby; being a part of your community; an opportunity to boost your career options; a chance to gain new experiences, an opportunity to meet a diverse range of people, and make a difference. For more information on volunteering go to www.peachland.ca or call the Peachland Community Centre at 250-767-2133.

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- Thursdays - Pole Walking - 8 am; Tai Chi - Peachland United Church Hall - begin-ners - 9:30 am & continued - 10 am; Reiki - 1 & 2:30 pm; Bereavement - 10 amFridays - Men’s Coffee Club - 10 am - Sundays - Jerry Dober Breakfast - 8 amRoyal Canadian Legion Branch 69 - Thursdays - Meat Draw - 4 pm- Saturdays - Meat Draw - 3 pm; first three weeks of the month - Karaoke with Anita - 7 pm- Sundays - Meat Draw - 2 pmWestside Toastmasters - Wednesdays - Lakeview Heights Com-munity Centre, West Kelowna - 7 pmNOTE: Some of these ongoing events may not be held due to the holidays, so check with the group prior.

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All they want is a home.The BC SPCA is trying to find ‘forever homes’ for

hundreds of homeless animals through the month of December and beyond through its Home for the Holi-days pet adoption drive.

SPCA shelters, adoption centres and volunteer-run branches currently have 4,000 homeless cats, kittens, dogs, puppies, rabbits and small animals in care.

“What better gift to give a homeless animal than a caring family and a warm home?” said Lorie Chortyk, general manager of community relations for the BC SPCA. “The SPCA strongly discourages giving pets as gifts. But if an individual or family has carefully con-sidered their decision and the responsibility of a new pet, the holidays can be an optimum time to adopt. Families are more likely to be off work or school dur-ing the holidays and have more time to spend with each other and with their new companion animal.”

Chortyk says it is sad to think of animals having to spend the holidays at a shelter.

“Our staff and volunteers do an outstanding job of nurturing the animals in our care, but there is no sub-stitute for being part of a permanent, loving family,” said Chortyk. “If you are thinking about welcoming a dog, cat or other furry creature into your home at this time of year, please come and meet some of the wonderful pets that we have available. Your love will change the life of a homeless animal forever.”

You can search SPCA animals available for adop-tion by location, breed, age, gender, colour and other characteristics at spca.bc.ca. The website also lists the locations and contact information for all BC SPCA branches and satellite adoption centres as well as im-portant pet care information.

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Hello everyone and welcome to 2012. I hope you had a great Christmas and an amazing New Year’s Eve. With all the New Year’s Eve celebrations going on a week ago, I started thinking about how Christians party. I’m not just talking about what we do when a group of us get together but how we live life in general. I realized to my dismay that many of us have earned a reputation as being serious, boring, completely predictable, and ex-tremely judgmental. No party attitude there at all. I be-gan to think about how to change our way of thinking. Then I came across a philosophical book in the Bible known as Ecclesiastes, a Greek word that simply means “preacher” or “teacher.” In my opinion, the perfect set-ting for reading this short book is at Starbucks listening to jazz music in the background…relaxed, drinking cof-fee, thinking about the meaning of life. King Solomon, the author of the book, who brought Israel into its glory days, presented some interesting ideas to the youth of his country:

“You who are young, make the most of your youth. Relish your youthful vigor. Follow the impulses of your heart. If something looks good to you, pursue it.”

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Ah, but before you teenagers who are undoubtedly all flocked around the newspaper reading this article run to your parents with a new revelation about successful parenting, I’ve left the end of Solomon’s speech until now. He concludes his thoughts by saying “…but know that for all these things God will bring you to judg-ment.” The image of judge expressed by Solomon is not an unjust judge looking for vengeance. It is a judge who can discern right from wrong, one who believes in jus-tice and mercy, and wants what is best for all of us.

So there’s the balance… Party hard and bring God into it.

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Call for Bookings:

250-767-3432Open

Mon-Fri9am to 5pm

Closed Weekends

And a final word to those who wouldn’t call them-selves young anymore. You’ve probably heard “It’s not the age…it’s the attitude.” That’s really true. While some are experiencing the physical and emotional limitations of aging, life is still worth living as fully as possible. Each of us has a lot to offer. It’s time to stop thinking about the past and its regrets. It’s time to re-engage to make a difference in our families, friends, community, and world!

2012 is upon us. Happy New Year everyone! As we begin another year, let’s start right. We have an oppor-tunity to live meaningful, fulfilling, and vibrant lives that touch everyone around us. Let’s go for it. Let’s have a party.

Sunday School & AdultBible Class - 9:45 AM

Dec. 24 Candlelight Service - 6 pm

Dec. 25Church Service & Children’s

Church Services - 11 amJan. 1

Church Service & Children’s Church Services - 11 am

Pastor John RankinJoin us for: Good Music

Bible Messages - Great Fellowship

4th Street & Brandon Ave

250-767-3131www.stmargaretspeachland.org

Sunday, December 25th, 2011

“Merry Christmas!”

A SpecialOne Hour Service

Peachland & WestbankCampuses Combined

10:00 am - Worship Serviceat Westbank Emmanuel Church

2600 Hebert Road, West Kelowna250.768.7638 emmanuelnet.ca

Peachland United Church

4421 4th Street

250-767-2206“Let Us Worship Together”

A Friendly Welcome Awaits You At...

PeachlandBaptist Church

Offi ce Hours - Tue, Wed, Thur9:30 am - 2:00 pm

Hall rental contact Doreen767-2132

Rev. Elaine Diggle

www.peachlandbaptist.com4204 Lake Avenue

250-767-9232

Sunday Worship10:00 am

Morning PrayerTuesdays - 9:30 am

Offi ce Hours 9:30 - 11:30 amMonday to Friday

Lyn Stewart250-767-6211or John Miller250-767-9270

St. Margaret’sAnglican ChurchYour

Guide to Local Churches

Crystal Waters International Ministries

Sunday Prayer Meeting9:00 am

Sunday Service10:00am

Connecting you to the Glory of God at the Little School House

on Brandon Lane

250-212-4606www.crystalwaters.ca

Christmas Eve Candlelight

Service 7 pmChristmas Morning

Service 10 am

Judy WyperPeachland Wellness Centre

Happy New Year from the Peachland Wellness Centre (PWC).

I wish you prosperity and contentment. To me, a new year is a new chance, a fresh start. It’s a new calendar, new number, new journal, new plans, goals, objectives, new start to programs and new enterprises in our community. What does January signify to you?

The media always looks back over the past year to give us the high and low points. I indulge myself to examine my own life. What happened, and so what? I look back and look forward. What’s coming? What’s new? What might be? There is merit in tak-ing stock. Businesses do so, inputs balanced against outputs. Effort compared to accomplishments.

Some of your life circumstances are a result of events beyond your control. There are unexpected variables around the corner. Randomness happens. But today is today and you are alive. What choic-es will you make? What do you want in your life? What can you alter to get different results? Each day is a scientific experiment. Changes to inputs lead to changes in outputs.

Are you in a rut? You don’t have to be. Peachland is a hotbed of social opportunities. Join one of the service clubs listed in the phonebook. Attend pro-

A new year begins

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Peachland classifiedsphone: 250.767.7771 • fax: 250.767.3337 email: [email protected]

PEACHLAND VIEW DEADLINESCLASSIFIED ADS by noon Tuesdays

(Must be prepaid, cash, Visa or Mastercard)Email: [email protected]

DISPLAY ADVERTISING (boxed): noon Mondays

Advertising Regulations: The Peachland View reserves the right to classify ads under ap-propriate headings and to separate therefore and to determine the page location. The Peachland View reserves the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisement. All claims of errors to advertisements must be received by the publisher within seven days after the first publication.

It is agreed by the advertiser requesting space that the liability of the Peachland View in the event of failure to publish an advertisement or in the event of an error appearing in the advertisement as published, shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for only one incorrect insertion for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect or omitted item only and that there shall be no liability in any event greater than the amount paid.

Advertisements must comply with the British Columbia Human Rights Act, which prohibits any advertising that discriminates against any person because of his/her race, religion, sex, colour, nationality, ancestry or place of origin or because his/her age is between 44 and 65 years unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.

NEWS COPY: noon MondaysCLASSIFIED AD RATES:

Up to 30 words - $8.80; 15¢ each additional word.Per column inch $8.75 plus HST

NOTICES: Weddings, engagements birth announcements, cards of thanks,in memoriums, obituaries, and other notices (min. charge) $8.80 plus HST

Up to 30 words, 15¢ each additional word.

Business display advertising rates on request.PHONE 250.767.7771 Fax: 250.767.3337

Email: [email protected] mail your advertisement to:

Peachland View, PO Box 1150 Peachland BC, V0X 1 X0PEACHLAND VIEW OFFICE HOURS:

Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Peachland

Here To Serve YouDO YOU

NEED STORAGE? ALCar

StorageSummerland

We have 8x10’s and 8x20 storage units. Outdoor

vehicle and RV parking. (250) 462-0065

Oliver MendonzaTEL: 250.862.1646

We’re Sold on Service !

We Specialize in European & Imports

Automotive Powertrain, Fuel, Electrical,Mechanical and Diagnostic Services

“Mobile Service Comes To You”

Automotive Maintenance & RepairsFuel Injection • Electronic Diagnostics

Excellent Professional Service

767-3180 or 862-1646

Domestic • Import • European

Property & Strata Management Services

Your agent Dave Collins“local service, superior results”

p: 250-767-2744f: 250-767-6771

Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty5878 E. Beach Avenue

Peachland BC

HORIZON REALTY

www.davecollins.ca

T 250 768 5799C 250 469 [email protected] 250 768 5733

You Deserve The Best

Jazel HomesQuality Custom Homes

• Roofing • New • Re-Roofs • Repairs

• Siding • Soffit• Facia • Gutters

Serving Peachland for 15+ Years

Jeff Webster250-212-0781

Bob Fummerton250-681-4014

ToplineexTeriors lTd.

250-801-3521

Westside Curb Appeal Inc.renovation & remodeling

Located in Peachland!

Complete Kitchen, Bathroom & Basement Renos

Additions Deck Construction

Vinyl Decking & Aluminum Railings • Pergolas

Windows & Doors...and more

www.yourlastdietcentre.com

Your Last Diet Centre#50 5500 Clements Cres,

Drop 3 – 7 lbs / week

Start now, phone:

(778) 478-0606

Be the Weight You Want to Be!Open House: Peachland, Thurs. Jan. 12, 7 to 8:30 pm

Licensed Property Management Services

“Serving Peachland and the Westside”

• Placement of tenant • Full monthly management • Regular inspections for your peace of mind • Home Watch

Call Today for your complementary market evaluation!Debra (RPM): 250-718-0511

[email protected]: rentalsbydebra.com

MacDonald Realty Property Management4403 - 2nd St. Peachland, BC V0H 1X7.

Peachland United Church

BARGAIN BIN SALE

• Good clean clothing• Household items

We accept donations on days that we are open.

OPEN THURS. - SAT. 9:30 - 3 PM

24 Track Recording Studio Drum Lessons

12 week Pro Tools CoursePA-Sound System Rentals

[email protected]

Sparrowhead Music

HomewatchServing Peachland and Westbank

* Providing Peace of Mind, while you’re away

* Experienced, Reliable and Affordable

* Bondable, with References available

* Free Home Consultation

For further information please call Derek at 250-767-2892 or

email [email protected]

Meets Monday at 7 pm

(closed meeting) and Friday at 8 pm

(open meeting).

Call 250-763-5555 for more info.

Alcoholics Anonymous Peachland Fellowship

FOR RENT PERSONAL

SERVICES

SERVICESLOST AND FOUND

Storage For RentStorage for rent, downtown Peach-land, 5’ x 8’ & 10’ x 16”. Call 250-767-6348

Reno Sense HomeRepair Ltd.

25 years experienceNo job too small

Including drywalling &texturing ceilings

Fully Licensed, insured & W.C.B.Call Eric

250-767-2593

For RentBachelor suite in Peachland, full kitchen, jacuzzi, electric F/P, alarm, util, priv. parking & entrance. No pets, no smoking, no partying. Single adult. Ref. req. $325 dep. $650/month. Available December 1. Call Denis at 250-859-6660

LostWWII photographic album, colour green. Consists of personal and bomb damage photos, certainly not replaceable. Any info. appreci-ated, via Peachland Museum, Le-gion or call 250-767-2306

LostAround Princeton and Highway 97 a black and white, medium size, male, neutered cat named Oliver. Call 250-767-9314

Ride NeededLooking for a ride from the corner of Princeton & Turner to Canadian Tire, West Kelowna, weekdays. Call for details, 250-767-0234

Painting ServicesResidential or commercial, New construction or repaint. Interior or exterior. Call G. C. Contracting for a free estimate. 250-767-2701


6029 Garraway Place Peachland- Immaculate home. Bring your fussiest buyers. One level rancher with 3rd bed and bath up. Open concept, gas F/P, plumbed island in kitchen, A/C, in-fl oor heating throughout, dble garage with workshop, RV parking with sani-dump. Plumbed for a hot tub. All this on a manicured, fenced and level backyard on quiet cul-de-sac. $399,800 MLS®10032994

This home’s a 10

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

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

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“Buy land, they stopped making it”

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4456 Trepanier Creek Road, PeachlandThis upgraded walkout rancher has it all! Bright open fl oor plan with skylight dormers, vaulted ceilings, wrap around windows, and country kitchen with stainless steel appli-

ances. Lower large bright upgraded 3 bedroom suite walks out to the large sunny back yard, on to the babbling creek and across the bridge to acres of wide open back woods.

$749,000 $699,900 MLS®10020957

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TOTALLY RENOVATED!

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4210 6th Ave, Peachland - 3 bed + den/3 bath home with new hardie plank and roof, quality fi nishings, new fi xtures, bamboo fl ooring and modern touches. Updated kitchen, dining space with French doors to large deck & hot tub, huge master bdrm. w/ spacious ensuite. Dbl. car garage with separate attached workshop (150 sq. ft. of extra space!), 220V wired.

MLS® 10038616

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Each offi ce independently owned and operated.KELOWNA WESTSIDE

106-3880 Brown RoadEasy to live here! A great 2 bedroom main fl oor unit that requires nothing. A very well maintained suite comes with all the appliances as well as a mounted fl at screen TV. Great value in the ever so popular Monticello complex.

$224,900 MLS®10037858

The Cody Sisters!For all your mortgage needs...

Some conditions apply. Rates may change at any time.Let us negotiate for your best mortgage!

CURRENT RATE SPECIALS5 year fi xed 3.29%3 year fi xed 3.19%

5 year variable (Prime – 0.10%) 2.90%

Lara Cody250-868-7114

[email protected]

Leanne Cody250-215-5028

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grams offered by the recreation centre, the 50+ Activity Centre, or the fitness spot in the Peachland Mall.

Use the Peachland walkway along the lake and smile at the people you pass or pet the numerous dogs. Meet your neighbours or chat with a strang-er at a coffee shop. Take a chance.

Nehru said, “Life is like a game of cards. The hand that is dealt you rep-resents determinism; the way you play it is free will.”

What will you do this year? It lies before you. Take charge.

I invite you to drop by the PWC and see what’s happening. A new Be-

ginner’s Tai Chi class starts on January 12 at 9:30 am in the United Church Hall.

If you need personal support, the PWC’s Seniors Outreach, Caregiver Support, or Bereavement groups may be just what you are looking for. You can meet new people at Monday Morning Coffee, Friday Men’s Coffee, and Sunday Breakfast. You can learn something new at the Wellness Circle or Computer Literacy.

Those who volunteer enjoy increased health and wellbeing. You can sign up to volunteer at the centre. Or be a driver for the Transportation Service. Call us at 250-767-0141, find us on Facebook or at www.peachlandwellnesscentre.ca

Looking for the Perfect Home?

One of these fi ne Realtors® might have a suggestion or two!Call the Peachland View to Advertise Today!

We are always happy to custom design your ad.

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Looking for the Perfect Home?

GET LISTED!THE 2012 PEACHLAND

BUSINESS AND TELEPHONE DIRECTORY

IS COMING SOON

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