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Royal Canadian Legion Br#227
5009 Veteran’s Way, Okanagan Falls
GENERAL VOTING DAY will be open to qualified electors of Electoral Area “D”
(Kaleden/Okanagan Falls/Apex) on Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours
of 8:00 am - 8:00 pm at the following locations:
Remembrance Day Ceremony
Join us at the Okanagan Falls Elementary School on Cedar St.
Okanagan Falls Elementary School - 1141 Cedar Street, Okanagan Falls
Kaleden Elementary School - 152 Linden Avenue, Kaleden
ADVANCE VOTING any qualified elector may vote at an advance opportunity,
November 5, 2014 between 8:00 am - 8:00 pm and
November 8, 2014 between 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
At the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Office, 101 Martin St. Penticton
For Elector Qualifications, Main-in Ballot Voting (must submit a mail-in ballot
application by November 7, 2014), or any other question on voting, please contact
the RDOS at 250-492-0237 or [email protected] or www.rdos.bc.ca for full details.
All Candidates Forums ~ Who will you vote for?
Hear what Tom Siddon and Alan Whitman have to say!
Monday, November 3rd - 7:00 pm in Okanagan Falls School Gym
Tuesday, November 4th - 7:00 pm in Kaleden Community Hall
10:00 am ~ Remembrance Day Service starts at the School
10:45 am ~ Parade to the Royal Canadian Legion Cenotaph
5009 Veteran’s Way, Okanagan Falls
11:00 am ~ 2 Minute Wave of Silence
11:02 am ~ Act of Remembrance
11:03 am ~ ROUSE Bugle Flag Raise
11:05 am ~ Laying of the Wreaths
Everyone Welcome ~ Following the Remembrance Day Ceremony,
there will be a complementary lunch for youth and families upstairs in
the Legion. Adults please sign into the lounge and enjoy comradeship
with music and a complementary lunch.
Thank you to our Veterans!
November 2014 Community Calendar
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Call 250.490.6951 or [email protected]
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St. Barbara’s Church *
Pancake Breakfast 8-10
Artist & Crafters Show
Free Listing for Local Non-profit Groups.
* Event info is included in this issue.
All 5 Weekends in Nov *
Fundraising Dinner & Auction
Pharmasave’s 7
Advance Voting * 8
RDOS 101 Martin St 9-3
All Candidates Forum All Candidates Forum
Advance Voting *
SO Genealogy Event *
Flu Clinic
Church Services *
OK Falls School Gym 7pm *
Kaleden Hall 7pm *
RDOS 101 Martin St 8-8
Penticton Library 7pm
Kaleden & OK Falls
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Blood Donor Clinic
Community Churches 10am Urban Dance/Hip Hop*
OK Falls PAC *
Family Storytime *
Penticton Senior Centre
RDOS Free Compost *
Sheng Zhen Healing
OK Falls Parks & Rec
6:30pm School Library
OK Falls Library Wed 1:30pm
Nov 5, 6 & 7 - 1:30-5:30pm
OK Falls United Church &
Chi Gong *
OK Falls Legion #227*
Anglican Church 9:30am OK Falls Senior Centre*
Kaleden PAC *
OK Falls Legion #227* Thursdays Oct 30 - Nov 27 Youth & Teens Night
National Aboriginal
Catholic Mass 11:30am
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OK Falls Legion #227*
Pancake Breakfast 8-11
Restoration Service *
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Kaleden Choir *
League Darts Wed 7pm
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OK Falls Senior Centre* OK Falls Legion #227*
Jam Session 1pm
OK Falls School at 10am
Legion Cenotaph at 11am
Luncheon to follow
OK Falls Community Church
Penticton United Church
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Chair Yoga *
OK Falls Senior Centre*
OK Falls Senior Centre*
Kaleden Church *
OK Falls Zen Centre
Wednesdays at 9:30am
Carpet Bowling Wed 1pm
OK Falls Rec Centre
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Thursdays Bridge 1pm &
Thursdays Crib 7pm
Dogtown Signature
Dinner Series *
Fall Harvest Dinner 6pm
Bible Study Thursdays 2pm
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Flu Clinic
OK Falls Legion #227* OK Falls Legion #227*
Meat Draws Fri/Sat 5pm
Kaleden Women’s
Shufﬂeboard Tue/Thur 1pm
OK Falls Senior Centre* Weekly Drop-in * 1-4pm
LA Dinner on 7th & 21st
Tuesdays Pool 6:30pm
Youth & Teens Night
OK Falls Legion #227* Women’s Institute *
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OK Falls Legion #227* OK Falls Senior Centre* Giant Obstacle Course
Flu Shot Clinic 10am-2pm
OK Falls Rec Centre *
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OK Falls Senior Centre*
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OK Falls Zen Centre
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OK Falls Senior Centre*
Drop-in Bingo 1pm
Imagine-a-Village *
Movie Night *
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Drop-in Darts Saturdays 1pm
St. Barbara’s Church *
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OK Falls Senior Centre*
Pot Luck Dinner 5:30pm
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Music & Coffee
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General Meeting & Elections
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Kaleden Church
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December 2014 Special Events
East Side Salon “Haircuts for the Helping Hand” & “Fill The Van” at IGA
Okanagan Falls Community Christmas Event - Watch for ad in next issue!
Christmas Tales Special Event at Linden Gardens - Tix $15 Kaleden Church
Registration Deadline for Helping Hand Christmas Hampers - see page 23
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The TRUTH About INCORPORATION!
My opponent has been falsely telling everyone that I would impose Incorporation on Area ‘D’. The TRUTH is, I have NEVER
advocated for the Incorporation of Okanagan Falls OR Area ‘D’. The TRUTH is that for many years, residents and community leaders
have asked me and former Directors for a STUDY of the COSTS and BENEFITS of a more effective form of local GOVERNANCE.
I SUPPORT the undertaking of such a STUDY of Governance options, jointly with the Provincial Government. Such a STUDY would
be followed by a thorough, facts-based public discussion of the options, and would culminate in a REFERENDUM of ALL affected
property owners BEFORE any decision could be taken to change our present (Unincorporated) system of local government.
Are you “LISTENING” to the TRUTH, Mr. Whitman??
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district directors and town councillors keep their opinions about federal
and provincial politics to themselves, so that they can work with
whichever party is in power at the two senior levels of government. But
Director Siddon has lambasted the federal government many times on
the CBC-TV national news. Regardless of whether you agree with
Director Siddon’s strong criticisms of the federal government or not,
and regardless of whether you vote Conservative, Liberal, NDP, or
Green, you must realize that Director Siddon’s many attacks on
the federal government have ensured that there will not be any
federal infrastructure grants given to RDOS Area D while he is
the director. Don’t bite the hand that feeds you!
As Officer-in-Charge of the Prince George Weather Office, I was
Incorporation Will Mean Much Higher Property
always careful with taxpayer’s dollars. When assigned to build
Taxes and Worse Road Maintenance
a new weather office, I completed the project for only 28 percent of
The province can create a municipality without holding a budget and a year ahead of schedule. If elected, I will never claim
referendum, but you can vote against Tom Siddon’s incorporation any travel expenses.
agenda for South Skaha now, at this election. Director Siddon After Gretchen and Alan retired to Skaha Estates, Alan became a
has repeatedly lobbied the Minister of Community, Sport and freelance author, and Sky&Telescope magazine recently made him
Cultural Development to begin an incorporation study of South a Contributing Editor. He has served on the executive of most clubs
Skaha, most recently on September 23rd. His proposal would that he has joined, and was on the Royal Astronomical Society of
join the communities of Heritage Hills, Lakeshore Highlands, Skaha Canada’s national council for over a decade. He also served as a
Estates, Okanagan Falls, Vaseux Lake, Kaleden, and St. Andrews Skaha Estates Improvement District (SEID) trustee for seven years.
together into one spread-out town. The province currently maintains (SEID manages our water system and park.) In the last year, Alan has
our roads and, while we do have our share of potholes, there are far listened to your concerns at community meetings held in Twin
more potholes on the main streets of Penticton year around (except Lakes (twice), Kaleden (several meetings), Okanagan Falls (several),
right now when their potholes were all filled before the election!). Skaha Estates, Heritage Hills/Lakeshore Highlands, and Apex (where
How could the large, thinly populated proposed town of South Skaha he is a season pass holder).
possibly afford to maintain our streets and rural roads as well as the
compact and densely populated city of Penticton can? When you More Details on Incorporation and Taxes: We are facing
drive along Eastside Road in winter you always know when you have a substantial increase in property taxes to pay our share of the huge
reached the Penticton city limits - there is far more ice and slush on expansion of Penticton Regional Hospital, a very worthy project.
the main streets of Penticton than we have on our roads, currently Okanagan Falls, Skaha Estates, Lakeshore Highlands, and Heritage
maintained by the province. (Incorporation and taxes are discussed Hills residents will also have a small property tax increase to pay for
the new Eastside Road Transit Service. Incorporation would mean
in much greater detail to the right.)
a third property tax increase, but this large increase would be for
Upper Carmi asked for ﬁre protection years ago. They deserve a
something nearly as worthless as a vanity license plate! The new town
feasibility study. In the September 30th Penticton Herald, Director
would need to hire at least five department heads and their staff at high
Siddon paternalistically suggested that Upper Carmi might be
salaries, instead of having the cost of those salaries spread across
annexed by Penticton even though he has never held a meeting of
the entire RDOS as they are now. The only South Skaha residents
Upper Carmi residents to ask their opinion on that question!
who will beneﬁt from incorporation will be the new mayor and
I support parts of the revitalization concept for downtown Okanagan councillors. On September 15, 2014 at a Kaleden public meeting
Falls, but only if residential property taxes are not used to pay for it. Director Siddon stated the obvious, saying: “People in Penticton pay
A Wine Centre focal point is an excellent idea; but the consultant’s much higher taxes than we do, but they get more services.”
recommendation for a one-way couplet on 7th and 8th Avenues is
Twice Okanagan Falls has wisely decided against incorporation. On
premature -- common sense says that you don’t make one-way
October 16, 2013 Director Siddon asked for a show of hands at a
streets before the trafﬁc volume requires it. To attract tourists
Town Hall Meeting. About 60 percent of those present were opposed
we need signage on Highway 97 indicating that our beaches have
to an incorporation study, but he still proceeded with his incorporation
very shallow water and so are more suitable for children than most
agenda. Much as I like and respect Tom Siddon, I believe that the
beaches are.
purpose of public meetings is to learn the will of the residents
Kaleden’s walkway on Lakehill Road is a priority, as is the protection and to listen to their joint wisdom. Two weeks later in Skaha
of undeveloped riparian areas. The Director must strongly lobby the Matters Director Siddon promised us that there would be a referendum
province to show some common sense and to give a liquor license before incorporation, and he wrote: “I can assure residents of smaller
to Kaleden’s general store again, so that it can be a financially viable communities in Area ‘D’ (such as Heritage Hills or Kaleden) that
business. Kaleden needs its general store.
should they chose to opt out of the governance review they will be free
Heritage Hills and Lakeshore Highlands do not have a single park to do so.” No RDOS director can make such hollow assurances
after years of asking for one. If I am elected, the needs of Heritage because the province will be completely in charge of the process,
Hills and Lakeshore Highlands will no longer be ignored.
not Director Siddon. The province can do whatever it wants where
municipalities are concerned, just as it did in 1973 when it forced
The oversubscribed aquifer at Twin Lakes must be protected.
There still isn’t a garbage transfer station at Apex. How many years Rutland and Okanagan Mission to become part of Kelowna without
holding a referendum. (The province also did this to the suburbs of
does it take to build what amounts to a giant garbage can?
Kamloops, Prince George, and Nanaimo). The province does not
I strongly support extending sewer service to Skaha Estates and
have to hold a referendum if it decides to create Director Siddon’s
lower Kaleden before more aging septic fields fail, endangering Skaha
proposed town by legislation. But you have the opportunity to
Lake water quality. This will also beneﬁt Okanagan Falls residents
vote on incorporation now, at this election. If elected, I will tell the
because more taxpayers will be sharing the operating costs of the
Minister that preventing incorporation was the election question.
wastewater treatment plant. Municipalities and Regional Districts do
not have the financial resources to build such major infrastructure For a ride to the polls in South Skaha call 250-809-9292, in Twin
projects by themselves. They have to apply for infrastructure grants Lakes call 250-497-8550.
from the provincial and federal governments. That is why regional Authorized by Alan Whitman, financial agent, 250-497-6759.
To Stop Incorporation
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Linda Larson, MLA
~ Boundary-Similkameen
6037 Main Street, Box 998, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0
Tel: 250.498.5122 Toll-free: 1.855.498.5122
“Your Voice in Victoria!” [email protected]
Monthly Update From MLA Larson
By Linda Larson, MLA for Boundary-Similkameen
My new portfolio as Parliamentary Secretary for Accessibility has
allowed me during the month of October to visit many Service
Providers under the Community Living BC umbrella and celebrate
with them Community Living Month.
The work being done by these agencies focusses on adults with
developmental disabilities and connects them to meaningful
employment where possible in addition to enhancing their lives
in many other ways. I have been humbled by this experience and
thankful to the many employers throughout this constituency and
Province who have opened their doors to employing adults with
developmental disabilities.
In October, we also recognize the many small businesses who are the
backbone of all of Rural BC. Our wonderful communities would not
exist were it not for the entrepreneurship and investment of individuals
who chose to live and work in our area. In BC Small Business is big
business, more than a third of the Provinces GDP and over half of all
employees work for small business. It is important that we all support
our local businesses and keep our communities alive and well.
This is also what is often referred to as ‘silly season’- local Election
time. I want to thank all local politicians, regional directors and school
boards who are stepping down for their service to their communities
over the last 3 years. A mostly thankless job. I can assure all of you
that no one puts their name on a ballot looking for fame and fortune.
The people I have had the privilege of working with all had one thing
in common, the desire to serve their Communities and to make a
positive difference in the future of their areas. They have to develop
a ‘thick skin’ and try to separate their personal and professional lives.
Congratulations to all of you who have put your name and face on the
ballots for what will be a 4 year term of service.
The only disappointment is the apathy that is always evident at the
polls and the poor turnouts that are the legacy of elections. Many
individuals have given up their lives for a democracy that gives us all
the right to vote without duress.
So please, get out and vote on November 15!!
Thank you to all of those who work in the Agricultural sector. Your
hard work has resulted in the rest of us, once again, able to enjoy an
amazing harvest time and celebrate it with many events throughout
the region. Take a moment to thank these hard working individuals
and visit one of the many fruit stands and wineries in our area before
the regular season ends.
November 11th is also rapidly approaching. Wear a poppy and show
your support for our local Legion associations and recognize our
Veterans. They fought for our freedoms and many made the ultimate
sacrifice with their lives. So, thank you to all of our armed forces
personnel past and present for their sacrifices making it possible so
we all could live in peace and safety.
And finally, as our weather starts to cool down - be safe and stay warm.
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Area ‘D’ Economic
Development Ofﬁce
with John Powell
The Okanagan Falls Economic Development Action
Plan continues to be a key guiding document for the
Area “D” Economic Development Office in Okanagan Falls. Of course,
the Economic Revitalization of the Town Centre is an important
element of this strategy and much has been said and done about this
over the course of this year. We are working to complete this process
early in 2015.
I have done some work this month to update the Okanagan Falls
website www.okfalls.ca. While there is more to do, a part of the update
so far includes some quick link buttons on the home page that will
allow you to quickly access some key components of the site. The
following quick links will take you to the latest information relating to
key community projects and topics of interest:
I hope that these improvements will make it easier for everyone to
stay in touch - particularly if you’re lucky enough to be ﬂying south for
the winter.
Following last month’s request for information about upcoming events
for the remainder of this year and into 2015, the response has been
... slow. In addition to updating our community calendar for the benefit
of the community, I am also working with my counterparts in the wider
region, to develop a regional events calendar that will make it easier for
locals and visitors alike to find out what’s happening in the region. It’s
no coincidence that this calendar is being created to coincide with the
launch of Westjet ﬂights between Penticton and Calgary. Please help
us to ﬂy the Area “D” ﬂag and support Area “D” businesses through the
slow winter months by submitting event information that will appeal to
Southern Albertans and visitors from the Lower Mainland. (Don’t forget
that Air Canada will continue serving Penticton from Vancouver).
Flight # Depart Arrive Start Date
End Date
Come check us out for
Breakfast, Lunch or Anytime!
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Dogtown Coffee House
5121 Hwy 97, Okanagan Falls
215 Winnipeg St, Penticton
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I am working with my regional counterpart in Penticton to update our
regional economic profile. This business attraction document currently
covers the Okanagan Valley from Vernon in the north to Okanagan
Falls in the south. Our objective in this update is to significantly
expand the information pertaining to the South Okanagan and ensure
that the entire South Okanagan is better represented. This document
covers every aspect of life in the Okanagan including the economy
and economic sectors, population and demographics, infrastructure,
education, housing, transportation, taxation and recreational and
cultural opportunities. It will be a comprehensive document that will
give potential investors a good overview of our region.
And finally… following last month’s request for submissions, we
have now awarded the contract for the Community Christmas
Event in Okanagan Falls to Stan Maber. If you would like to help
or contribute towards the success of this community event, please
contact Stan directly: 250.497.7389 / [email protected]. It’ll take
place on the evening of Saturday, December 6th in Okanagan
Falls. Further details to follow.
If you would like to discuss anything mentioned in this article or if you
want to discuss the role of the Economic Development Office, get
assistance with RDOS-related matters or any other related questions,
please contact John Powell, Area ‘D’ Economic Development
Coordinator at 778.515.5520 or [email protected]
778-476-3220
Here’s What’s Happening at Dogtown
The Christmas Season is quickly approaching! Do you have plans for
your holiday staff, community group or family get together? Dogtown
can help with all sorts of holiday catering! Appetizers for a cocktail
party, luncheon, buffet or gourmet plated meals. We can even offer
a location to host your event in Okanagan Falls or Penticton. We are
happy to work within your budget and can cater to all types of dietary
restrictions. Give us a call at 778-476-3220 for a consultation.
Our Signature Series is back with a Fall Harvest Dinner on Friday,
November 14th at 6pm ... but this time, we are hosting it in Penticton.
Our new Chef and General Manager, Richard Desnoyers, will prepare
a fantastic feast paired with wines from BC Wine Studios. (Full menu
at dogtowncoffee.ca). Tickets are $89 plus tax & gratuity. Tickets are
limited, so please reserve your seats ASAP by calling 778-476-3220.
November feature artists: “Potpourri Two”: Local artists Barb Hofer
and Carol Munro team up again for a colourful autumn exhibition of
paintings at Dogtown Okanagan Falls.
Daniel W. Markin - Certified Barber
8-5 Tue-Fri / 9-2 Mon & Sat
New Location - 5208 9th Ave. OK Falls
250-328-3888
DANIEL K. LO
MOBILE LEGAL & NOTARIAL SERVICES
Time
WS 3281
www.dogtowncoffee.ca
“Community with Every Cup”
DELIVERING BEYOND 9-5
Available for Evening & Weekend Appointments
E: [email protected]
P: 250-770-2951
C: 778-931-0461
W: dklmobilelaw.ca
CORPORATE AND COMMERCIAL LAW
WILLS, ESTATES AND PROBATE LAW
REAL ESTATE CONVEYANCING
COLLABORATIVE FAMILY LAW
“Your hometown realtor ... here for you!”
Serving Okanagan Falls and area for over 12 yrs!
Office & 24 hr pager: 250.497.5541
837 Main Street in Okanagan Falls
Laurie Kingsfield
Cell: 250.498.1110
[email protected]
p. 250.762.7722 | f. 250.762.2232
toll free 877.311.7722
[email protected]
523 Lawrence Avenue, Kelowna
“Serving all your Office Equipment and Stationary needs”
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Okanagan Falls Irrigation District News
with Bob Daly, OFID Chair
The major water line break at 10th Avenue and Maple Street on
October 10th, provided major challenges for repair crews and water
users alike. Wade Wagstaff and his crew from Grizzly Excavation, as
well as OFID Operator Ken Peters and assistant Ed Smith, worked
long into the evening to affect repairs and to restore water service
to the community. The break was especially difficult to locate, as old
pipes left in the ground years ago diverted leaking water to other
locations. Once repairs were made, the lines were ﬂushed, additional
chlorine was added to the system and a boil water notice was posted in
accordance with Interior Health requirements. When Interior Health
is satisﬁed that there is little risk of contamination in the system,
it will notify the Irrigation District to lift the boil water advisory.
Until then, the tap at Well 4, at Weyerhaeuser Road and Maple Street
is available to the community for drinking water.
The break occurred in part of the system known as the Lower Zone.
The water system of OFID is divided into two separate systems: the
Upper Zone and the Lower Zone. The Upper Zone includes Peachcliff
Drive/Place, Mallory Crescent, 14th Ave off Maple St, Brockie Place,
Mimac Court, Maple St south of 14th Ave., Oliver Ranch Rd. and 4400
McLean Creek Rd. The Lower Zone serves all other areas of the
District. Maps are available at the Irrigation District office.
Okanagan Falls Irrigation District stresses the importance of
providing your e-mail address to the District, so it can quickly
provide you with notices of such emergencies. All users who had
previously provided the District with their e-mail addresses were
immediately notiﬁed of the recent incident.
Okanagan Falls Irrigation District Trustees and Staff thank you for
your patience.
Greater Twin Lakes Area Stewardship Society (GTLASS)
& Lower Nipit Improvement District (LNID)
Drinking Water Protection Act Meeting Report
by Zoe Kirk, RDOS Water Conservation Coordinator
On Oct 10th, over a dozen residents attended the Annual Information
Meeting. Mr. Rob Birtles from Interior Health Authority, who specializes
in Small Water Systems, gave an extended and very informative
presentation covering several aspects of water stewardship. Rob
provided an overview on three topics: 1) Interior Health and the path
taken as it became more involved in water/waste water quality, and
where IHA stands today; 2) The Provincial Drinking Water Protection
Act; from past to present - how things have (and are) changing as new
and emerging issues concerning water quality and quantity arise; 3) Blue
Green Algae Pilot Project IHA is conducting in local Okanagan lakes.
Attendees learned what constitutes a small or large water system,
the differences between ground and surface water, water treatment
objectives, and the criteria for a Water Advisory through to “Do Not
Use” orders. Rob covered how much and often water is tested in
the different systems, and how valuable it is to have both a Source
Assessment and Source Water Protection Plan.
The Q & A segment was very thorough and included questions on
cattle in watersheds (lake and stream edges), who can conduct
Source Water Assessments and Source Water Management Plans,
Community Watersheds, the difference between permitted and nonpermitted use, lake aerators, endocrine disrupters and more.
Rob gave an excellent overview of a vast topic. It was hard to bring
the meeting to a close, two hours after he stepped up to speak! It was
very interesting to finish off with the algae component - fascinating to
hear about the research being conducted.
Many thanks to the members of GTLASS, LNID, organizers of the
event, and our generous hosts, who provided a lovely space and
terrific refreshments.
To become a member or be on a mailing list, please contact: GTLASS
Chair Harvey Jager at 250-497-5940 or [email protected] or LNID
Chair Coral Brown at 250-497-8550 or [email protected].
Ken Brown
Weekly Lawn Cuts
Pruning
Spring & Falls Clean Ups
Quality Work
Reasonable Rates
Certified Landscape Horticulturalist
250-488-4209
Welcome the natural beauty and texture of concrete into your home.
Countertops, Sinks, Outdoor Kitchens, Furniture & More
250-488-2798
[email protected]
www.onyxcastings.com
THE FALLS FURNITURE
& CABINET CO.
Formeldahyde Free, Solid Pine Décor & Custom Services
Kitchens & Bath
Home Accessories & Giftware
5119 Hwy 97 in Okanagan Falls
www.flexindustries.ca
778-515-5558
Johnston Meier
Insurance Agencies Group
For All Your Insurance Needs
5350 9th Avenue
Okanagan Falls
250-497-8739
www.jmins.com
24 Hour Video Surveillance
Individual Door Alarms & Onsite Caretaker
Security Gate with Key Code Entry
Unit Access between 6am - 11pm
New Year-Round Helping Hand Drop Off Location
We will be accepting non-perishable food items and monetary
donations for the Okanagan Falls Helping Hand all year long.
So, anytime you have a little extra to share, come on by and
donate to a local worthy cause that needs your support.
250.497.3279
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30 & Sat 9:30-4:00
1964 Oliver Ranch Road, Okanagan Falls
[email protected]
www.easylockselfstorage.com
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RCMP Community Report
DT PROFESSIONAL
with Sgt Rick Dellebuur, Penticton RCMP
HOME WATCH SERVICE INC. Winter Tires - Get a Grip
250-770-0585
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Use our dependable, trustworthy and friendly services to
have peace of mind, while you are on vacation or away.
Call for a FREE quote!
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Heritage Hills / Lakeshore Highlands
Homeowner’s Association
Unanimously Endorses a National Park
in the South Okanagan Valley
Submitted by Susan Lychak, Secretary of
Heritage Hills/Lakeshore Highlands Homeowner’s Association
A National Park in the South Okanagan Valley would enhance so
many aspects of the Valley lifestyle. It would bring in substantial
economic benefits including related employment, enhanced tourism,
and - most important of all - it would protect the 56 federally listed
endangered species which thrive and live in the area proposed for
this park. Our children, grandchildren and all future generations
would inherit something special - a unique area of outstanding natural
beauty, preserved for all time against development by opportunistic
companies/individuals anxious to exploit the minerals and other
resources in the area. If only our Provincial Government could see
the strategic value of this National Park.
Along with a great many other institutions, companies, organizations,
municipalities and associations, the Heritage Hills / Lakeshore
Highlands Homeowner’s Association at it’s October 1st meeting,
voted unanimously to pass a resolution to support this National Park.
Doreen Olson, the Director of the Okanagan-Similkameen National
Park Network, gave an inspiring presentation at our meeting explaining
the valuable natural resource that this park offers to our area and to
our next generations.
Unfortunately, there are many other organizations and active
individuals in our Valley who have the financial resources and the
combined voices to inﬂuence our politicians against the development of
the park. They have been the active group with the “No Park” signage
you have seen on your travels through Oliver, and southwards. Our
Association does not have the resources, but we do have the desire
and the intent to let the Province know that we want them to return to
the negotiating table with the Federal Government and get this park
plan in place and the National Park established.
Let’s hope that somehow common sense and logic prevail and the
people who really treasure the amazing legacy of nature we have here
in this valley and understand its value, can convince the powers that
be to do the right thing!
OPAL CREATIONS
Handicrafts, Gifts, Accessories & Home Décor
Original Handmade Cards by SAMDEE for All Ages, inc. Invitations, Box Sets & More.
Contact Sandy or Denise at 778.515.0464
It is around this time every year that people ask, “Do I really need
winter tires?” And, the answer is YES. Here is why: Rubber tends
to harden in cold weather, thus reducing friction and stopping
capability of the vehicle. The new generation of winter tires maintain
their elasticity and gripping power at lower temperatures (-35˚C and
below), whereas all-season tires tend to stiffen and lose gripping
power around 0˚C. The improved gripping power translates to shorter
stopping distances and better vehicle cornering and control. That could
be the difference between a safe stop and a fender bender or worse.
Another frequently asked question, “Are all season tires considered to
be winter tires?” The answer is NO, winter tires will have a symbol of
a mountain peak with a snow ﬂake. Tires marked with the letters M+S,
or mud and snow, often found on SUV/pick-up tires, may provide
safe all-weather condition, and are considered a winter tire, but are
not always suitable for severe snow conditions. Consumers should
research their tire options and make an informed decision that may
save lives on an icy road.
BC Law ... What is a winter tire - Motor Vehicle Act Section 208
1. For the purpose of this section, “winter tire” means a tire that is:
a. Advertised or represented by its manufacturer or a person
in the business of selling tires to be a tire intended principally for
winter use, and that provides, or is designed to provide, adequate
traction in snow or mud; and
b. In the condition respecting tread wear and other particulars
the regulations prescribe.
2. The minister responsible for the administration of the
Transportation Act may, by public notice or by placing signs,
prohibit vehicles from being driven or operated on a highway that
are not equipped with chains, winter tires or sanding devices,
or a combination of these the minister considers adequate and
necessary in view of prevailing road conditions.
3. For the purposes of a prosecution under this section, the onus is
on the defendant to prove that a tire alleged not to be a winter tire
is in fact a winter tire.
When Should You Install Winter Tires and/or Carry Tire Chains?
British Columbia’s climate ranges from freezing cold to pleasantly mild
in the winter. Equipping your vehicle appropriately depends on what
you are driving and where you are driving. Most BC highways require
passenger vehicles to use M+S or Mountain/Snowﬂake tires, and
commercial vehicles to carry chains between October 1 and March
31 (new dates this year). The roads in the Okanagan Valley bottom
as well as the mountain passes are now included in this requirement.
Visit www.drivebc.ca for more information on winter tires, winter driving
and the designated Winter Tire and Chain-Up Route maps. There are
very few sections of highways in BC (select locations along southern
coast) that do not require winter tires or chains during the winter.
Now is time to get your vehicle ready for winter ... Don’t wait until the
snow starts falling to equip your vehicle with a proper set of tires.
Learn and practice winter driving techniques before you need them.
SLOW DOWN and WEAR your seat belt.
ICBC Insurance
Out-of-Province Insurance Claims
Windshield Replacement
ICBC Lifetime/Nation Wide Warranty
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An Okanagan Falls
Healthy Communities
Special Feature
Making the Healthy Choice ... The preferred Choice!
Meet Kandice
Hi. My name is Kandice. I have
recently joined the Okanagan Falls
Recreation team and am offering
three new classes at the Zen and
Fitness Centre. I am a registered
fitness professional with expertise
in gentle and senior fitness, and
would love the privilege to help you
reach your fitness goals and put a
Jenny, Kandice and Mona at Gentle Fit. plan into place that fits your needs.
Did you know that regular physical activity can improve your mental
health, help you manage chronic diseases, and help to prevent
illness and disability. In the long run, it will also give you more energy,
increase your self-confidence and help you stay independent as you
age. I have personally experienced how regular exercise can improve
overall health and well-being and am passionate about sharing my
knowledge with Okanagan Falls residents. Feel free to contact me
personally at 250-498-4925 or email to [email protected].
We’re also offering a NO FEE introduction to the Gentle Fit Program
on Tuesday, November 4th at 9:30am. This program is geared for
older adults, seniors and anyone who requires a gentler approach
to a fitness program. Maybe you are just starting out on the path to
fitness? Let’s meet at this no-pressure class and we can go from
there. You might also want talk to your doctor or health care provider
before starting your exercise routine if you should have any concerns.
Kaleden Parks & Recreation Update
By Jodie Hopper, Kaleden Parks & Recreation Assistant
All Candidates Meeting ~ The Kaleden Community Association
will host an All Candidates Meeting for Area D Director on Tuesday,
November 4th at 7pm at 320 Lake Hill Rd. Come down and listen to the
candidates and have an opportunity to ask questions and get involved.
Movie Nights @ The Hall ~ Family Friendly Movies in the Kaleden
Community Hall are on the 3rd Saturday of each month. The next one
is on Saturday, November 15th at 6pm. Popcorn, juice and water are
available at the Hall. Thanks to our newest volunteers helping organize
movie nights. December Movie - Stay tuned for further details.
Public Budget Meeting ~ Kaleden residents are invited to review the
Kaleden Parks & Recreation 2015 Budget. Give input and feedback
at our Public Budget Meeting on Tuesday, November 18th from
7-8pm at the Kaleden Community Hall. Your feedback is appreciated!
Family Yoga @ the Park ~ Thank you to the wonderful families that
participated in the Family Yoga activity in the Hotel Park on October
4th. It was a beautiful afternoon of learning and having immense fun
with the kids. A huge THANK YOU to Lori at Roshni Yoga who ran the
Session. $150 was raised and donated to the Kaleden Benevolent
Fund to support local members of the community in need. This money
will be allocated to the Christmas Food Hampers.
How to ﬁnd out “What’s Happening” in the Community ~ Please
email your great ideas to Kaleden Parks and Recreation Assistant
Jodie Hopper at [email protected] or phone 250-488-0260.
Updates will be available on our new Kaleden Parks and Recreation
Community Facebook page and at www.kal-rec.ca/happenings.html
250.497.8188
[email protected]
www.okfalls.net
Visit our website for all our
programs & facilities available.
Office - 1141 Cedar Street
Age Friendly Zen & Fitness
For seniors or anyone who needs a gentler approach to physical fitness.
Two classes that benefit overall health and functionality in daily life.
Designed to increase your balance and strength, so that you can keep
moving and enjoying a full and active lifestyle.
Continuous intake, start when your ready!
GENTLE FIT: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:30 am
CHAIR (SEATED) YOGA Wednesdays at 9:30 am
Upbeat Urban Dance &
Hip Hop Dance Program
Starts November 3rd
Giant Obstacle Course
A gymnastic themed balance & tumbling program
For ages 2-4 Tuesdays at 3:00 pm
$10 for 3 classes: Nov 4, 18 & 25
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Managing Women’s Health Naturally
By Dr. Tamara Browne, Naturopathic Physician,
Licensed & Registered by the BC Ministry of Health
Many women are plagued with hormone
imbalance issues, often during menopause,
but during other times in their lives as well.
These can present as menstrual pain
and irregularities, infertility, mood swings,
headaches, water retention, hot ﬂushes,
night sweats, body aches and pains,
osteoporosis, hair loss, insomnia, weight
gain and other distressing symptoms.
How can a Naturopathic Doctor help
guide women towards optimal health and avoid the myriad of
symptoms that often occur with hormone imbalance issues? First,
with the use of natural herbal and homeopathic remedies, nutrition,
detoxification, and whole body care, we can often correct imbalances
and smooth out any uncomfortable symptoms. Second, with the use
of advanced hormone testing we have the tools to uncover specific
hormone imbalances that may be causing trouble. And finally, with
the knowledge, training, and ability to prescribe bio-identical natural
hormone treatments (BHRT), we can effectively bring a woman’s body
back into balance safely and without side effects or risks. Although
traditional Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has been found
to increase a woman’s risk of cancer, gallstones, blood clots and
other health problems, Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy
(BHRT) does not carry these risks and is, in fact, protective. This
means that BHRT decreases a person’s risk of developing cancer,
heart disease and other chronic degenerative diseases. This is
because there is a big difference between the synthetic HRT drugs
and the natural BHRT hormones that are identical to the hormones
our bodies produce.
No other health care provider is as well equipped as a Naturopathic
Physician to help women achieve optimal hormone balance and great
health. Too many women suffer needlessly with symptoms that are
readily corrected with the restoration of hormone balance.
INNER BLISS BELLY DANCING by Jenny
Reiki & Ra-Sheeba Master ~ Professional Teacher/Performer ~ Egyptian
Classes: Kaleden Tuesday & Wednesday / Penticton Thursday
Affordable Bellywear Apparel Available. Have Fun, Get Fit, Feel Fabulous!
More Information? 250.497.1189 or [email protected] or www.innerblissbellydancing.com
Bio-Mat Healing
The Amethyst Bio-Mat provides far-infrared healing. It sends negative
ions through the body for positive results for those with Fibromyalgia,
Arthritis, and also relieves back pain. Bio-Mat use improves circulation
and cardiovascular function. It also helps to improve the immune
system and assists in an anti-aging process. The Bio-Mat reduces
stress and fatigue, and also burns calories to help control weight. It
improves the skin’s appearance by helping destroy impurities from the
skin and lymph nodes.
Right now you can call Jaysone for a free one week trial offer! See for
yourself and experience the healing powers of the Bio-Mat. For more
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“Improving your heart/body health”
 Improving heart and circulatory health, removing toxic metals,
preventing disease
 Oxidative therapies for safely killing pathogens such as viruses and
yeast; stimulating immunity, improving energy, and decreasing pain
 Natural Hormone Balancing and Women’s Health
The Natural Family Health Clinic &
Chelation Centre
Dr. Tamara Browne, Naturopathic Physician
1040 Main Street, Okanagan Falls, BC
PH: 250-497-6681
www.chelationokanagan.com
OK Falls Hotel Pub & Grill
Hours of Operation
Restaurant ~ Open for Private Functions
* Book Your Christmas Party Now! *
Pub ~ Open Daily from 11am - 11pm (or later)
“Ride for Paisley” raised $2500 for her Trust Fund.
Thank you for your support!
Come check out our New Mexican Chef!
Enjoy Mexican Food On Mondays - More days to follow
Weekly Schedule
Everyday ~ Buffalo Burger & Beer ~ $10.95
Monday ~ Mexican Food All Day
Wednesday ~ Music Bingo 7pm (Wings $6/10pc)
Saturday ~ Baron of Beef with Salad ~ $9.95 (12-2:30pm)
250-497-5768
Falls Hotel Liquor Store
** FREE BAG OF ICE WITH LIQUOR PURCHASE! **
Summerland Sweets, Jams, Jellies, Syrups & Wine
Open Daily 11am - 11pm
250.497.6633
1045 Main Street, Okanagan Falls
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Neuromuscular Balance ... Strength ... Stretch
with Danielle Cournoyer
I have enjoyed years of teaching Pilates and studying the many
facets of stretch therapy. During my numerous travels to different
courses, I was excited to learn of a relatively new method of bodywork
and muscle therapy called NeuroKinetic Therapy™ (NKT™). This
therapy utilizes manual muscle testing to assess dysfunctions of the
coordination system of the brain resulting from traumatic injury, over
use, under use, repetitive stress, postural stress, etc.
NKT™ works with the body’s organizational intelligence, addressing
pain at its source: the motor control centre of the brain. Practitioners
can quickly and accurately correct the dysfunctional postural and
movement patterns that are the source of chronic pain and degeneration
of the muscles and joints. It cues the brain for new learning resulting
in immediate correction of neuromuscular imbalances.
NeuroKinetic Therapy™ works by communicating with the motor
control centre of the brain. Most musculoskeletal pain is caused
by imbalances of neurological origins wherein some muscles
are overactive, while others are inaccessible by the brain. Using
manual muscle testing, the neuromuscular patterns governing these
movements are accessed in the brain’s motor control centre and can
be “edited” for greater efficiency. This process allows NKT™ to yield
faster and longer-lasting results than many other techniques.
NKT™ uses strategy, not force, to achieve results. It can provide
solutions for conditions that have not responded to previous
treatments. This advanced therapy blends well with and is the perfect
adjunct to other treatments such as chiropractic, physical therapy,
acupuncture and stretch therapy. There is not just one answer to
healing and helping our bodies.
Some of the beneﬁts of NKT™ include:
•
Uses muscle testing to locate the source of the problem.
•
Achieves fast, long-lasting results.
•
Eliminates enduring patterns of dysfunction from old injuries.
•
Reduce the effects of repetitive stress injuries.
•
Enhances athletic performance.
•
Quickly improves muscle coordination.
•
Increases range of motion, energy, strength and stamina
throughout the body.
•
Coupled with corrective exercises for maximum benefit.
Beneﬁts of Stretch Therapy:
1. Improved Range of Motion ~ Having a good range of motion
in all of your joints is important in almost every aspect of daily
living. Each day you regularly reach for things, frequently bend
one way or another, and make all kinds of complicated body
movements. If you do not have good ﬂexibility, then many of
these typical movements can become difficult or impossible, and
possibly painful. Even if you are active and don’t feel pain in your
joints, having an improved range of motion can help. With regular
stretching you may find that you will be better able to perform
your current physical activities.
2. Relief from Muscle Tension ~ For many people, stretching helps
to relieve tense and tight muscles. If your muscles are too tight,
it can affect how you sit or stand. This can lead to poor posture.
This is just one example of why stretching is often recommended
at work. Given that many of today’s workplaces involve large
amounts of sedentary behaviour, it makes sense to do some
stretching to relieve the muscle tension in many parts of our
bodies. Stretching also provides an opportunity for relaxation,
allowing us to “de-stress” and unwind.
Are you over 50? Just $15/yr to join!
Enjoy activities that interest you.
Meet new people. Get out and have FUN!
Become a member of the OK Falls Seniors Centre!
Call Ed @ 497-5570 or Audree @ 497-5572
Danielle Cournoyer
250.486.2225
NeuroKinetic Therapy®
Fascial Stretch Therapy™
Stott Pilates®
583 Pineview Drive
RR1 S4 C1
Kaleden, BC V0H 1K0
fitness & flexibility
Private Sessions
Clinic & Event Specialist
[email protected]
www.BambooBody.net
Seeking Happiness?
By Wendy MacKay
Are you looking for happiness? To be happy you must know what
happiness feels like. When you’re searching for something, it’s usually
because you feel you don’t have enough. What do you believe will
make you happy? When do you feel the happiest? Sometimes just
stopping long enough to assess how, what or why you’re not happy
is all that’s needed to realize you are not as unhappy as you thought.
When you lack something in life, there is often too much of what you
don’t need or want. You are out of balance. You could be lacking time
with too many scheduled activities. Maybe you aren’t associating with
the ‘right’ people who inspire you or lift your spirits. You may not be
happy in your job and feel underpaid or unappreciated. It’s likely a
combination of many things, but until YOU determine what isn’t going
right and how YOU can change it nobody and nothing outside of you
will make you happy, only you can make it happen.
There are so many solutions for changing what’s wrong and allowing
joy into your life. Complaining or making excuses for why you can’t
change is NOT one of them! If you are ready to change, here are a
couple of suggestions:
•
Get rid of what you don’t use or need. Start clearing the clutter
in your heart and your home. Make space for new beginnings.
Donate or sell your items and make someone else happy. Clean
out the cupboards and give to the food bank, start an exchange
program, let go of the ‘stuff’ you thought would make you happy
but doesn’t.
•
Look at your schedule and organize your time better. Stop doing
things that are not productive and begin doing what’s fun. Join
a group of people who have interests you want to learn or start
your own group. Meetup.com is a great place to start. If you’re
lonely, consider volunteering for a worthy cause. If your job isn’t
satisfactory, consider furthering your education and begin looking
for what does inspire you.
Recognize and appreciate the moments however brief they may be
when you feel a spark of happiness. Ask yourself how you could make
the necessary changes to feel that spark more often, and then do
something about it. Make someone else smile and share your joy. It
begins with YOU.
I would like to invite all women 50+ to a workshop “Igniting SPARKS
to feel hot-healthy-happy” on November 29 & 30 from 9:30-4:30 held
at Spirit Ridge in Osoyoos. Group size is limited, so please call Wendy
at 250-497-8168 ASAP.
Georgie Anderson
Independent Sales Director
250-497-8391
www.marykay.ca/ganderson
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HEALTH TIP
Perry Tompkins, Pharmacy Mgr
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Flu and Pneumonia Vaccination ~ With all the recent
media attention surrounding Ebola, its easy to forget about the
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In recognition of the importance of influenza and pneumonia to
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If you or someone you know are eligible for vaccination, or are
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In closing, while the flu shot is an effective way to reduce the risk of
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everyone, especially those with mobility impairments.
October 30th - November 27th
Thursdays 7:00-8:30pm at Penticton United Church
Please pre-register, as class size is limited to 15. Cost $60.
For more information and to register, please call 250-328-3811.
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November 2014
Fish Passage at
Skaha Dam
By The Okanagan Nation Alliance
Skaha Dam, located in Okanagan Falls, BC, was constructed in 1952
and has since operated as an essential component of the Okanagan
Lake Regulation System (OLRS). The dam was constructed with a
fishway to the western most extremity of the structure. This fishway,
however, has historically never been operated due to accumulation of
debris, and maintenance and other logistical issues.
Until the spring of 2014, Skaha Dam was the upstream most
accessible portion of river within the Columbia River Basin. Fish
passage modifications in 2009 at McIntyre Dam returned sockeye to
the area for the first time in 90 years. The next phase of sockeye and
anadromous fish passage was to modify the fishway at Skaha Dam.
In the Canadian Okanagan, the tripartite working group - the Canadian
Okanagan Basin Technical Working Group (COBTWG) manages
decisions with respect to fisheries and aquatics. After 10 years of the
12 year Sockeye Re-Introduction into Skaha Lake, parties agreed that
passage past Skaha Lake Dam is essential. Several partners have
been involved in the Skaha Dam fishway project including the Ministry
of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations (MoFLNRO),
Colville Confederated Tribes, and the Okanagan Nation Alliance (ONA).
In May 2014, construction began on the Skaha Dam fishway in order to
modify it for fish passage. Crews used existing slots within the fishway
to insert stop logs (vertical wooden walls), creating a series of “steps”
from the lower water level downstream of the dam to the higher water
level upstream of the dam. Among design considerations were the
height and length of pools, as well as the ratio of plunge pool (pool at
the bottom of the jump) to jump height. In addition, fishways require
high enough ﬂows to attract fish, but ﬂow rates within the structure that
do not exceed the swimming capacity of the target species.
In order to determine fish passage efficiency, ONA monitors video
footage from two video cameras located within the fishway. Fisheries
Technicians count the number of fish jumping over each jump through
the fishway. This data will help inform Biologists about how effective
the current design is and what further modifications, if any, should be
made in future years to maximize fish use and limit migration delay
through the structure.
For more information, please contact: Karilyn Alex, Fisheries Biologist,
Okanagan Nation Alliance at 250-707-0095 ext 301 or email to kalex@
syilx.org OR Hannah Sungaila, Geomorphologist, Okanagan Nation
Alliance at 250-707-0095 ext 312 or email to [email protected].
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By Larry Martin
The Okanagan River Channel in
Penticton is now home to thousands of
spawning Sockeye Salmon. Sockeye
have arrived via the Columbia River
system and Kokanee are from Skaha
Lake. They should be easy to spot
until at least mid November. Take a walk along the West side of the
Channel, North of Green Lake Road. Polarized sun glasses will help,
but are not necessary.
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November 2014
Okanagan Falls Elementary School
Welcomes “Raise A Reader”
The Penticton Herald Raise a Reader South Okanagan Program
recently visited Okanagan Falls Elementary School. K-7 students
were fortunate to participate in read aloud sessions with children’s
authors and each child was kindly gifted with a copy of the book to
take home and enjoy with their families.
Our Kindergarten and Grade 1 students each received a copy of
Ann Gregoire’s book, “Larry and the Beanstalk”, a story which the
author wrote for her two grandchildren and is now sharing with other
young readers. Our two Grade 2/3 classes enjoyed a visit by author
Heather Caruso who read her book, “Ten Little Stories”, written for
her grandchildren was filled with poetic rhymes and short tales. Our
Grade 4/5 class experienced an interactive math literacy puzzle book
written by Darcy Nybo called “The Great Grape Adventure Okanagan
with Merl Oh”, which takes readers on an adventure exploring the
Okanagan valley learning about lake monsters, bats, bees, steam
trains, and paddle wheelers. Our Grade 6/7 class was fortunate to
engage in a read aloud and question/answer session with author
Rie Charles sharing her book, “A Hole in my heart”, a juvenile fiction
chapter book about family, challenge, and perseverance.
Mr. Alan Longworth, our local Okanagan Falls author, is also to be
commended for his colouring contest story, “The Trotters”, which
encouraged students to read and colour the illustrations of a piglet
family illustrated by artist Endrene Shephard. The story was designed
in comic book form to hold a child’s interest. The Penticton Raise A
Reader organization picked up the story and it was featured in the
Penticton Herald front and back page on Sept 24, 2014. In conjunction
with publishing the story, it was offered as a colouring competition with
the winner receiving $500 for their school library. Congratulations Alan!
A huge thanks to Mrs. Yasmin John-Thorpe and her Raise a Reader
authors and volunteer helpers who continue to bring this valuable gift
of literacy to our school year after year! In gratitude, Ms. McCall
Don’t miss our Scholastic Fall Book Fair in our Multi-Purpose Room
from Mon, Nov 3rd - Thur, Nov 6th. Check for specific hours open.
Okanagan Falls StrongStart Centre
with Samantha James
During November, we have “Storytime with Georgia” on Nov 12th at
9am and we also have the Dental Hygienist here at 10am that same
morning. The Dental Hygienist will join us again on Nov 13th at 1pm.
Infant Developmental is at StrongStart on Nov 14th at 10am, while the
Health Nurse is here on Nov 17th at 10am. We will also be “Dancing with
Miss McCall” on Nov 26th. Join us as we make our annual Hand Print
Christmas Tree on Nov 28th starting at 9am. It’s a busy month ahead!
The Okanagan Falls StrongStart Centre is a free drop-in early learning
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Falls Elementary School and are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday
from 8:30-11:30 am, as well as Tuesday and Thursday from 11:302:30 pm during the 2014/2015 school year. For more information, call
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We have space available for the current school year and are accepting
registrations. OK Mini School is a licensed preschool for 3 and 4 year
olds. We are located in Room 8 of the Okanagan Falls Elementary
School. We offer a quality preschool program that helps prepare
children to become life long learners. For more information, call 250497-5576 or email [email protected]
Okanagan Falls Out of School Care
School District No. 53 Report
with Sam Hancheroff
We are proud of the many successes in School District No. 53 and
are looking forward to the years of labour peace ahead where we can
turn our minds, energies and resources to build on these successes.
Trades Training: We continue to grow in numbers and support in
Secondary School Apprenticeship, “Ace It” and dual credit programs.
This is providing more choices for students and also meeting the
needs of a unique group of students who have aptitude and ambitions
for a career in the trades. Our growth has been such that we have
dedicated more teacher time to coordination and supervision of
students.
We are excited about the newest initiative called “Yes-2-IT in the
Classroom”. Grades 6 and 7 students in each of our schools will do
a week long, hands-on project. In some schools, if there is space
available, Grades 5 and 4 students may participate. Local journeyman
will help educate students on how each trade works in the construction
of a building. Students will receive approximately 1.5 hours per day
for 5 days learning in a hands-on approach to 3 different trades. The
five day schedule will look at safety, reading blueprints, construction
framing, electrical wiring, plumbing, finishing up and clean up.
In our district, these programs are serving to bring increased value
and respect to careers in trades, as well increase the engagement
and success rate of our students.
Early Learning: We are proud of our early learning components in
all our elementary schools. When there is available, vacant space in
schools, we continue to enter into partnerships with preschool, daycare,
and school care providers to support families in our communities.
During the last several years, the Early Learning focus at Okanagan
Falls Elementary: StrongStart, Preschool, and Kindergarten, has
worked together to support a continuous ﬂow of early learning
readiness skills. When the children reach Kindergarten many of them
have developed strong readiness and social skills, along with an
understanding of the elementary school setting and routines.
Roots of Empathy: This program is well supported and growing in
our district. We will have 17 programs running this year. Six of these
will be at the Grade 5 level, a target group for this year. We have also
expanded this program to at least one of our alternate schools. This
program is strong and valued as it serves to address our goals around
social and emotional learning. It is only possible in our district because
of the volunteers who teach the classes and coordinate the program.
School Plan Day: On Tuesday, October 14th almost two hundred
teachers, EAs, and administrators met in the evening to review the
framework for engaging in collaborative inquiry, revisiting their school
questions and learning plans and setting themselves up for success.
The evening was facilitated by Linda Kaser, co-founder of the Network
of Inquiry and Innovation in BC. This is a valuable inservice for all
participating personnel, developing a sense of team and vision for
their schools.
For more information, contact Sam Hancheroff, Vice-chair, School
District No. 53, School Trustee for Okanagan Falls, at 250-497-5878.
Okanagan Falls PAC Update
with Deborah Rivest, Parent Advisory Council Chair
Greetings from your Okanagan Falls PAC. We had our first meeting
of the year on Tuesday, October 7th. We have started brainstorming
some ideas for this year’s fundraisers and fun.
A project on the go to look out for are our “Buddy Benches”, which will
appear soon on our school playground. These will help our students
continue to keep ‘inclusiveness’ during playtime on our playgrounds.
We invite ALL parents to join us for our PAC meetings on the first
Tuesday of every month. Our next meeting is Tuesday, November 4th
at 6:30pm in the school library. Free child minding is available during
PAC meetings. Any questions or ideas? Call Deborah @ 250-497-5384.
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November 2014
Great Things Are Happening At
Kaleden Elementary School!
October’s 5 “Great Things” include …
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4.
5.
Kaleden students enjoyed visits from multiple authors as part of
the “Raise-a-Reader Program”. A big thank you to Yasmin JohnThorpe for facilitating this.
The Kaleden Fire Department helped the boys and girls at
Kaleden School practice their first fire drill of the year as part of
Fire Prevention Week. Two students were chosen to be Fire Chief
& Assistant and enjoyed a ride to & from school on the fire truck!
Grade 4 & 5 students demonstrated a strong showing at both
the Trout Creek and Naramata SD#67 Fall Cross Country runs.
Congratulations to Josie Nickel (Grade 4) whose ultra-speedy
time created a new district record for her age group!
Students enjoyed their first Hot Lunch Day Friday, October 17th.
The PAC of Kaleden School work diligently each week to provide
a nutritious hot lunch program for our students that is made
entirely on-site.
All students will take part in Kaleden School’s annual Pumpkin
Carving event on Thursday, October 30th. Thank you to the PAC
for supplying every student at Kaleden School a pumpkin to carve
for this event. Happy Hallowe’en!
Piano and Theory Lessons in Kaleden
Members of BC Registered Music Teachers
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Kaleden Elementary PAC Update
with LeeAnn Thompson, Chair Kaleden PAC
October saw many fun events such as the school wide Pumpkin
Carving held October 30th. Each child got one pumpkin to carve
and take home to their parents. What a yucky fun mess left in the
school gymnasium! An event like this is only possible with wonderful
volunteers. So, a huge thank-you to all of you that came out and
helped carve, clean, and set up such a great event. On October 31st
the children got to dress in their Halloween costumes at lunch have
a costume parade and a monster mash in the gym. Great costumes
and fun event.
Our weekly hot lunch program has begun with new leadership this
year. Thank-you Tina Brown for stepping up and making the hot lunch
program happen. I know first-hand how yummy the food is, as my
children always want more and tell me how wonderful it is. Thank
you again to all the volunteers that come out every Friday, setting up,
cooking and cleaning up. It is great to have you all there.
Our cross country team wrapped up the season with a fabulous pizza
lunch. We had a great turn out of runners, 24 Grade 4’s & 5’s. We
trained every Tuesday and Thursday at lunch. I am sure a lot of you
saw us running along Linden Avenue, and thank-you for slowing down.
These runners trained hard and had great success! We had many top
10 placers and many more top 20. There were two runs, one at Trout
Creek Elementary and one out in Naramata. One of our students even
broke a long standing Grade 4 girl record. Great job Josie Nickle! The
team was so happy and proud of all the results. The coaches were
extremely excited to see all the kids work so very hard and excel so
much. Cannot wait until spring!!!
The next PAC meeting is Tuesday, November 4th at 7pm in the School
Library. If you want to get involved or have something to say, please
come out. We would love to see more faces. There is always lots of
fun and exciting events to get involved in.
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Preschool Storytime continues on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am.
Please join us for stories, songs, and fun! The Kaleden Library will be
closed on Tuesday, November 11 for Remembrance Day.
OK Falls Branch:
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Tuesday 12 - 8 pm / Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 - 5 pm / Saturday 10 - 2 pm
Family Storytime runs until December 17th. Join us on Wednesday
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School Trustee Report for SD67
with Ginny Manning
The Board has sent an endorsement letter for the Coalition of Child
Care Advocates of BC and the Early Childhood Educators of BC’s
Community Plan for a Public System of Integrated Early Care and
Learning, which includes a proposed $10/day Child Care Plan. More
information on the Plan is available at www.ccabc.bc.ca/plan. The
plan is trying to bring equity for quality daycare. There would be
no user fees for families who earn less than $40,000 per year, an
increased number of spaces for children with special needs, and $25/
hour average wages for Early Childhood Educators.
The City of Penticton has completed the installation of traffic calming
measures at Carmi and Wiltse Elementary Schools. The work consists
of installing one or more of delineator defined road narrowings, speed
humps and new crosswalks, radar speed signs and school bus drop
zones, along with associated signage. Uplands Elementary is next on
the list when municipal funding becomes available.
New policy #160 Trustee Code of Conduct was approved at the October
regular board meeting. The policy clearly sets out the expectations
for trustees in fulfilling the Board of Education’s responsibilities in
an ethical and business-like manner. Policy #600 Fiscal Control was
updated and is on the School District website for comment. Policy
#315 Physical Restraint and Seclusion which covers the occasions
where the physical actions of a student threaten to cause harm to
self, others or based on uncontrolled violence cause damage to
property and restraint may be necessary. The updated policy follows
the provincial protocols. Policy #315 is also available for comment on
the District website.
At the October board meeting, the Superintendent provided an
update on the action plan to support the goals outlined in the District
Achievement Contract. The Response to Intervention (RTI) Framework
is in use in some District Schools and the hope is to make it systemic
across the District. The Framework tries to address the needs of all
students, not just special needs or at risk students. It uses researchbased strategies and the structures are sustainable and honour the
professionalism of teaching practices. The District Achievement
Contract is available on the District website at www.sd67.bc.ca.
Congratulations to the Naramata PAC, Naramata Parks and Recreation
and the community on the beautiful sculpture that has been installed
on the Vancouver Hill roundabout. The artwork celebrates the 100th
Anniversary of Naramata School and depicts the historic Mayday
Dance. Special thanks to Deb Linten for designing and co-ordinating
the project, the Naramata PAC Centennial Committee, Naramata
Parks and Recreation and many members of the community who
committed their time and expertise to this amazing project.
For more information, contact Ginny Manning, Trustee for SD#67, at
250-497-6462 or email [email protected].
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November 2014
LOVE YOUR LAWN FREE COMPOST
WHILE QUANTITIES LAST!
Registration: By Saturday, November 8th
Pick-up at Campbell Mtn. Landfill - Nov 5th to 30th
Located 5 km northeast of Penticton on Reservoir Road, off Naramata Road
The City of Penticton and the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen Water Conservation
Programs have joined together to help residents improve the health of their lawn. Top dressing
lawns in late fall, with a ½” layer of compost maximizes the beneficial effect of grass that stays
greener longer, and requires less water.
TIP: This is a good opportunity to spread seed underneath - ready for spring.
How can you participate???
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3
1) Take a picture of the areas of your lawn you want to top dress with compost, then measure
out the dimensions - approximate square footage.
(We MUST have before and after pictures supplied)
2) Contact the RDOS to register by phone or email:
Provide your name, address, phone #, email and you will be contacted to finalize the
registration.
3) On pick-up day, tell the Scale Attendant at the landfill you are registered in the program:
a. Take Identification or provide the particulars to the person/company picking up the
compost for you.
b. Pick-up times are: Mon to Fri, and Saturdays - Nov 8, 15th & 22nd - 8:30am - 2:00pm.
c. Multiple trips, professional trucking co. or other haulers accepted.
d. Send pictures of your lawn with the compost applied.
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Acts of Gratitude & Kindness
By Lisa McCall, Principal of Okanagan Falls Elementary
Special thanks to our Okanagan Falls Fire Department for their annual
fire prevention “Get Out Alive” lessons at our Elementary School!
Each year a draw occurs from the many (over 100+) student fire
escape plans submitted during the volunteer fire fighters visits to our
school for interactive fire safety workshops. This year our fire chief
draw winner was Danny Fairall, along with our two fire deputies, Julia
Robinson-May and Baylee Leduc. All winners were picked up via Fire
Truck from their homes and enjoyed a scenic ride to school.
A heartfelt story coming out of this year’s
experience involves our fire chief and
bike winner, Danny, who expressed his
gratitude for winning the bike and then
decided that he would like to donate
his bike to the Cancer Society to help
others in need. Danny shared how he
has a new bike at home, so he wanted
to find a way to help others. He shared
how both of his grandparents have
experienced cancer, which has made
him want to give back to help promote cancer research for others.
We think this is a wonderful story of human compassion and truly an
example of someone wishing to “pay it forward”. Thank you Danny for
your inspirational random act of kindness!
Congratulations to Danny, Julia & Baylee! Huge thanks to our
Okanagan Falls Fire Department for their continued support with this
more than valuable annual life-saving event in our community school!
Join the Okanagan Falls Fire Department of paid
on-call firefighters. Their recruit training is currently
underway. For more information, call 250-497-5700
or stop by the fire hall any Wednesday morning.
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Kaleden Volunteer Fire Department
Fire Prevention Week Success
The KVFD visited Kaleden Elementary School
three times during the week of October 5-11 promoting Fire Lane
Awareness, practicing a Fire Drill, and then reinforcing ways to be
Fire Safe with the Grade 3, 4 and 5’s. Two children were given rides
to school in the Fire Truck. Maria was our ‘Chief of the Day’ and Wyatt
was the Assistant Chief.
Fire Prevention in the community begins at home by being safe in the
kitchen, not smoking in the house, and being aware of the heating system
used in the home. Be prepared and safe for the winter months ahead.
Fire Prevention Week Oct 5-11th. Maria - Chief of the Day & Wyatt - Assistant Chief
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November 2014
Haircuts for the Helping Hand
Deb and Chad Wetter of East Side Salon have set aside Saturday,
December 6th as their fundraising day for the Okanagan Falls Helping
Hand. Book your Holiday haircut now, make a donation to the Helping
Hand, and help us to help those a little less fortunate this Holiday
Season. They will cut and style women, men and children’s hair. (No
chemical services.) They will have a suggested donation price, but
whatever people want to give will be fine. Book your haircut now!
EAST SIDE SALON
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OK Falls Heritage & Museum Society
with Marla Wilson
Well, frost isn’t quite on the old pumpkin yet, but with the nights getting
cooler, it isn’t far away!
We have had a great Summer at the Heritage Society and Thrift Shop.
At closing of the Museum in October, we had received over $400.00 in
tours. Folks came touring from all over the continent and stopped at
our little museum along the way. Some took pictures, some brought
their children, and some just came to refresh the memories of the past.
Have you seen the work being done in our gardens? All the work being
done in front of the Bassett House has been by Sue Upton. She had
put an ad in the Skaha Matters and we answered it. Now we can see
the Bassett House from the Highway. Sue has been doing a wonderful
job shaping and pruning the shrubs and cleaning up. On Thursday,
October 16th, the staff from Interior Savings came to help put the
gardens in shape at the Heritage Place Complex. Many thanks to
the Interior Savings staff for choosing the Heritage gardens for your
community project this year.
The Thriftee Shop is all decked out for Fall with Thanksgiving/
Halloween decorations and lots of colourful clothing on display. We
have had a couple of new staff volunteers join our family. There is
always room for more! Thank you to our community for supporting
our little shop either by shopping, or by your wonderful donations, or
just stopping in to visit. We are really lucky, because the people who
come into our little store are the finest people anywhere!
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Kaleden Museum ~ A History Tid Bit
with Meredith King
As families began to arrive in 1910, tents
provided the living accommodations
for most. The really luxurious tents had
a wooden ﬂoor and three or four foot
high wooden walls and a tin heater
to ward off the winter’s chill. The only
homes completed in 1910 were the
Tomlin house (Oak Street) and the
Sandy Cameron building (521 Lakehill
Simpson Family Accommodations Road) and living quarters for the
Lapsley family over the store. Up until 1913, there were still families
living in canvas shelters waiting for homes to be built.
Kaleden’s first school teacher, Miss Olga Watson, started classes in
January 1910 using the Lapsley’s living quarters as the first classroom.
Church services were held in various homes, with the Baptists being
the first to organize in February. The Kaleden Baptist Church was
organized with a total of nine members; Mr. and Mrs. T.C. Preston,
Mr. and Mrs. O.E. Tomlin, Mrs. A.S. Hatfield, Mrs. Mabel Preston, Mrs.
Herbert Baker, Miss Florence Preston and Miss Archena Preston. The
pastor, Rev. F.W. Auvache, minister of the Penticton Baptist Church,
provided services on Sunday afternoons. In the spring and summer,
both the school and church used the open air or a tent erected
where the telephone exchange now stands on Lakehill. The following
winter, they moved into the Sandy Cameron building, it being the only
structure big enough to accommodate even a small group of people.
What a bustling hub of activity was Kaleden in 1910! Full of promise
for a bright future!
Join us next month, as we share stories and facts down the historical
path and building of our community of Kaleden. To donate an item to
the Kaleden Museum, please contact Meredith at 250-497-6995.
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5 Weekend Showcase of Arts & Crafts
with Denis Chaykowski, Event Producer
The November Artist & Crafters Showcase will feature over 30
booths from the Okanagan communities: Penticton, Okanagan Falls,
Keremeos, Osoyoos, Summerland, West Bank, Kelowna, Rock Creek
and Castlegar. C-Me Live is proud to present a November Showcase
of extraordinary handmade crafts, jewelry, sweaters, artists,
photography, handmade soaps, candles, chocolates, baking, custom
deco mesh wreaths, knit/crochet items, pottery, art easels, bone
carvings, food base nutritions, Alpaca wool toques, many more items
for that special person or that hard to gift person on your Christmas list.
The Arts & Crafts Show starts on Saturday, November 1st and runs for
5 consecutive weekends through to Sunday, November 30th. Show
times: Thursdays & Fridays from 11am - 8pm; Saturdays & Sundays
from 11am - 4:30pm. Weekends will features our “young talent”. Free
Admission. Donations to Salvation Army Food Bank are appreciated.
Our goal is to raise over 500 lbs of food. Its going to be a great show!
NOVEMBER ARTIST & CRAFTERS SHOWCASE
557 Main Street in Penticton
Starts: Nov 1 & 2 Weekend - Runs 5 Consecutive Weekends
Show Times: Thur & Fri ~ 11AM - 8PM / Sat & Sun 11AM - 4:30PM
* FREE ADMISSION * DOOR PRIZES *
Salvation Army Food Bank Donations Appreciated
CONTACT: 250.460.2221 FABULOUS VARIETY of SHOW BOOTHS
“The HUB” in Kaleden
The Community of Kaleden is coming together to help those in need.
Whether you may need assistance or would like to volunteer to help
your neighbour, The HUB is a great new way to know and respond to
those needs within the Kaleden area. From meals provided in times
of illness or crisis, to welcoming new neighbours to Kaleden, to help
with small projects and maintenance, to compassionate care and local
transportation, to women networking and even confidential prayer ...
The HUB is Kaleden’s opportunity to take care of our neighbours.
Look for our new poster around Kaleden and call to either receive help
or volunteer when and where you can. The HUB contacts are:
•
Les Clarke ~ 250-497-5995 or [email protected]
Pastor of Kaleden Community Church
•
Heather Rose ~ 250-770-7692 or [email protected]
Principal of Kaleden Elementary School
•
Judith King ~ 250-497-6985 or [email protected]
Kaleden Community Member
The HUB is a work in progress ... neighbours helping neighbours in
and around Kaleden, St. Andrews and Twin Lakes. We are currently
accepting financial donations through Kaleden Community Church’s
Benevolent Fund, if anyone should be interested. We look forward to
hearing from you and growing this community service together.
Spotlight on Volunteers!
Meet Heather Pearce
Heather has been a volunteer as a
One-On-One Reader with Okanagan
Falls Elementary School for 25 years!
Kaleden Community Women’s Weekly Drop-in
Wednesdays 1-4pm at Kaleden Community Church
Come for the afternoon or just drop by for coffee.
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Okanagan Falls Seniors Activity Centre
with Di Stewart
So, here we are full swing into Fall. With Winter coming soon, many of
our members don’t have the opportunity to get out walking, gardening,
or exercising in other ways that are possible in the warmer months. If
there is anyone out there who would be interested in running or taking
part in a 1 hour exercise group of some sort one or two days a week,
aimed at Seniors, we would love to hear from you. Get in touch with
Ed Magee at the phone number below.
The Fall Flea Market on October 13th went well and everyone seemed
to be having a good time. Sales were brisk with lots of people finding
just the thing they couldn’t live without at a bargain price. Thank you
to all the people who made donations of used goods to our sale. We
really appreciate your good will.
What do you do on Mondays? Sit at home with the television on or
perhaps read a good book? On Monday, November 3rd why not
attend the monthly General Meeting at 1:00? This month is the
annual Election Day for new officers of the board for 2015. You have
a membership, so why not have a say as to how the Seniors Centre
is run and by whom? Of course, we’re always happy to have you
volunteer for a position.
There will be a Flu Shot Clinic at the Seniors Centre, 1128 Willow
Street, on Monday, November 24th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
The clinic is open to any Seniors and others who qualify. You do not
have to be a member of the Seniors Centre to take advantage of this
opportunity for immunization.
Tuesday Bingo scheduled for November 11th will be changed to
Tuesday, November 25th in order to let us all be able to honour
Remembrance Day.
Christmas Dinner Tickets will be on sale to Members beginning
November 10th. Non-member family and friends will be able to
get their tickets beginning December 1st. See Dianna or phone
her at 250-497-7089.
Any questions or need information? Call Ed Magee at 250-497-5570.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Pancake Breakfast ~ Saturday, Nov 1st (8:00-10:00)
General Meeting ~ Monday, Nov 3rd (Elections at 1:00)
Jam Session ~ Sunday, Nov 9th (1:00)
Drop In Bingo ~ Saturday, Nov 15th (1:00)
Pot Luck Dinner ~ Saturday, Nov 22nd (5:30)
Flu Clinic ~ Monday, Nov 24th (10:00-2:00)
Don’t forget Tuesday Bingo (1:00)
Wednesday & Friday Music & Coffee (9:00)
Thursday Bridge (1:00) & Crib (7:00)
And Carpet Bowling Wednesday Afternoons (1:00)
92 Different Flavours of Cheesecakes
(& always adding more!)
Available in 4 Different Sizes
In photo - Cohen is loving the help
from Heather to read about dogs.
Volunteers Making
A Difference
If there is someone you would like to
see honoured in this column, please
call 250-497-8188 or [email protected].
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Okanagan Falls Women’s Institute
with Betty Lynch
Hello, again, dear reader. The weather is gray and drizzly, but inside
my little den, it is warm and cheery and I have a happy heart. A happy
heart, because we are in the final negotiations with a contractor to
build the BANDSHELL. You are reading correctly - no fooling - things
have taken a giant leap in the past few weeks. Suffice it to say, the
bandshell committee is excited, heartened and extremely grateful for
the support given to this project.
We now have enough money to complete the basic structure you know that dear little model that has been involved in so many
community events in recent years. (And here comes the ‘but’). We
do not have enough for embellishments, such as electrical, painting,
etc., but we are confident that, in time, all of these things will come to
be. We are always so aware of the kindness and generosity of this
community. The rest of the world should be so lucky, I say!
Keep monitoring the bandshell site as, very shortly, action of all sorts
will be taking place. At last, you say. At last we say, and YAY!!
A reminder to all Women’s’ Institute members - we will be having
our Christmas soiree on Wednesday, December 17th at the United
Church from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. This is a ‘finger food’ event, so bring
your best appetizer. We might have some wine to toast the Season,
but despite the location, no one is to get blasted.
“For Home And Country”, Betty Lynch
The Women’s Institute meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month,
September - June, at 7 pm in the Club Room of the Community Centre.
For more information, please call Thelma Detjen at 250-497-5255.
Main Street Consignments
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Table Saw, Chest Freezer, Computer, Fridge & Stove,
Workmate Oak Table & Chairs, & More!
924 Main Street, Okanagan Falls
250-497-8488
Ladies Auxiliary of Branch #227 Update
with Audrey Steeves
The Okanagan Falls Legion Ladies Auxiliary held its regular meeting
in October chaired by Louise Sax. The LA catered for a Memorial
Tea, a Celebration of Life, the Candle Light Ceremony Veterans Lunch
on October 18th, as well as the Fowl Supper on October 26th. On
November 2nd the LA will be catering for the Branch Dart Shoot.
Members were reminded to make sandwiches (wrapped individually)
for the Lunch provided after the Nov 11th Remembrance Day Service.
The report of the South Okanagan & Similkameen Zone meeting
held at Summerland Br#22 was given. Information was shared on
the LA Provincial Convention which will be held in Parksville in 2015.
Registration date is May 15, 2015, with the theme being “Island Fun”.
Summerland LA won the Attendance Plaque award. The next Zone
meeting will be held at Br#227 on November 23rd.
The nominating committee presented its tentative report for the 2015
slate of officers and executive. These were Louise Sax - President;
Colleen Clark - Vice President; Denise Head - Secretary; Louise
Johnston - Treasurer; and Executive Members - Helen Brewis and
Bernie Diachuck. The meeting draw winners were Iris Muldowan and
Colleen Cark.
“Lest We Forget”
The SOUTH OKANAGAN GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY presents
the military stories of the member’s ancestors and shows how
to research that of your ancestors at 7:00 pm on Thursday,
November 6th at the Penticton Library & Museum Auditorium,
785 Main Street. (A $5 donation suggested for non-members.)
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The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #227
with Barbara Few
The month of November is a very big, busy month for the Legion. At
our swearing in ceremony, the importance is actually mentioned and
members are reminded to help out. But, before the 11th a very unique
and exciting event will be held on November 8th, and as far as we
are aware at the time of print we are the only Legion in the Southern
BC to be holding it. We are celebrating the NATIONAL ABORIGINAL
VETERANS DAY starting at 2pm. Our own Aboriginal Vet Tim Syrette
is organizing the event (250-497-5235) and this colourful ceremony will
be followed by a light meal. Everyone is welcome, both members and
non-members, to participate in this historic day. Aboriginal Veterans
have served in our defence prior to Canada’s formation during the war
of 1812. They have honourably served during WWI, WWII, Korea, as
well as UN and NATO action and most recently Afghanistan. It is right
and respectful that we remember the fallen within our community.
On Remembrance Day, November 11th, our Ceremony schedule
is laid out in our ad on page 2. We look forward to seeing you ALL
there. During the afternoon, we will be having our usual appearance
by the Summerland Pipes and Drums and also music from the Vintage
Singers. In the evening, there will be live entertainment by CINDY
DUCETTE who people will remember from previous enjoyable events.
Remember, the freedoms we enjoy came from
our Veterans bravery, and it still does today. The
money raised from the sale of poppies goes to so
many causes that help our Vets, so please buy a
poppy (don’ use last years!!) and wear it with pride.
Many thanks to all the many people who helped to
make our Candlelight Ceremony such a success
this year, including Geoff Walter-Hughs and his wife Grace who both
worked so hard to make sure it as a wonderful occasion.
Dates to Remember:
Monday Crib ~ If enough interest
Tuesday & Thursday Afternoons ~ Shufﬂeboard at 1pm
Wednesday Nights ~ League Darts at 7pm
Fridays & Saturdays ~ Meat Draws at 5pm
Friday LA Dinner ~ Nov 7th & 21st following Meat Draw at 6:30pm
Saturdays ~ Drop-in Darts & Pool at 1pm
Sundays ~ Fun Time with Hotdogs, Horse Racing & more from 1pm
Saturday, Nov 8th ~ National Aboriginal Day at 2pm
Monday, Nov 10th ~ Legion attends Kaleden & OK Falls Schools
Tuesday, Nov 11th ~ Remembrance Day Service (Schedule page 2)
Sunday, Nov 16th ~ Pancake Breakfast (plus more) $5 from 8-11
Tuesday, Nov 18th ~ General Meeting & Elections for 2015 at 7pm
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Local Church Directory
In Memory of
Martin Clifford Deeg
Kaleden Community Church
Family Worship ~ Sundays at 10:00 am
Bible Study ~ Thursdays at 2:00 pm at the Church
Christmas Tales ~ December 9th at Linden Gardens - Tix $15
Enjoy songs & stories from the 1st Christmas - visit www.russrosenband.com
443 Lakehill Rd, Kaleden / Phone: 250-497-5995
Pastor Les Clarke. Church email: [email protected]
www.kaledencommunitychurch.org - Please check out our new
website for up to date information on church events.
Okanagan Falls Community Church
Sunday Worship ~ 10:00 am & 6:00 pm
Special Restoration Service ~ Every 3rd Sunday Night (Nov 16th)
For spiritual, emotional and physical challenges.
1356 McLean Creek Rd, OK Falls / Office: 250-497-5131
Pastor Ron Crooker ~ Come join us in celebrating God’s Love!
Okanagan Falls United Church
Sunday Service ~ 9:30 - 10:30 am
Children are welcome! Coffee and social time to follow service.
1108 Willow St, OK Falls / For more info, call 250-497-1171 or visit us
at okfallsuc.shawwebspace.ca. New Minister is Wade Lipton
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Service
Sunday Mass ~ 11:30 am
1039 Willow St, OK Falls / Administrator - Father Neil
Okanagan Falls Contact: Lorraine Harrison - 250-497-8781
St. Barbara’s Anglican Church
Martin passed away peacefully on
September 21, 2014, in Okanagan
Falls, BC. Martin was born in Kandahar,
Saskatchewan on September 30, 1931.
Martin was predeceased by his son
Allen Edward Deeg, and sister Theena
Russel.
Martin is survived by his
children, Jacquie Rempel (Dave), Calvin
Deeg (Donna), Shelley Deeg (Lyle Kinzel), Teresa Van Buskirk
(David) and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Siblings Joe (Bev) Deeg, Ameilia (Ron) Payment, Ernie (Hattie)
Deeg, Raymond (Arlene) Deeg and Evelyn Bouch.
Martin worked all his life as a Driller/Blaster throughout British
Columbia. In addition, he worked for Clearwater Timber Products
for many years. He spent his retirement years in Okanagan Falls.
A gathering at Riverview Cemetery in Clearwater, BC was held
on October 11, 2014. For condolences e-mail [email protected].
St. Barbara’s Anglican Church Fundraising Committee Presents ...
The 6th Annual Door Prizes
Fundraising Dinner & Entertainment
Silent
n
Auctio
6 pm on Saturday, November 1, 2014
Sunday Service ~ 9:30 am for 3 Sundays of the month. The 4th
Sunday of the month Service at 1:00 pm will now be held on the
4th Saturday at 5pm, being Saturday, November 22nd.
Coffee and social time after the Church Service.
1039 Willow St, OK Falls / Incumbent Rev. Rick Paulin - 250-494-0704
Tickets are $14.95 ea ~ Please call Lynda at 250-497-2068.
KALEDEN COMMUNITY CHOIR
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Call Lesley, our own Senior Owner & Director
Every Monday at 7 pm at Kaleden Community Church
Okanagan Falls Seniors Centre, 1128 Willow Street
Credible Cremation Services Ltd.
Total - Basic Cremation ... No Hidden Costs
$990.00 + taxes (Penticton area)
$1190.00 + taxes (Kelowna area)
Don’t worry about whether you can sing or not.
Come join us - just for fun.
For more information, call Meredith at 250-497-6995.
Jocelyn Huddart
Our beautiful daughter, Jocelyn,
born January 1978, passed away,
September 30th, 2014, in her home
in Canberra, Australia. Surrounded
by loving family, her husband at her
side. After growing up in Okanagan
Falls, she moved to Australia to
marry her amazing husband, Erryn.
They enjoyed many travels and
adventures. Living in Tasmania,
living on a sailboat at New Caledonia and finally settling in New
South Wales. After having two children, her final challenge was
a three year struggle with cancer. Unfortunately, a challenge she
lost. Along with her husband, Erryn and her sons, Kai and Louie,
Jocelyn is survived by her Mother and Father, Wendie and Larry
Huddart, and her sisters, Leigh Huddart and Jodi Dahl. Goodbye
our darling girl we will miss you so very, very much. Love you Hon,
Mom & Dad.
A service was held in Canberra on October 8th and an informal
gathering of Jocelyn’s Canadian family and friends was held at
her old home in Okanagan Falls on October 11th. If anyone should
wish to, we can accept donations to a fund set up to assist with the
care of Jocelyn’s sons.
250.493.3912
BC Lic# 49382
(24 hrs)
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Have You Made Those
Pre-Arrangements Yet?
with Lesley H. Luff of Credible Cremation Services Ltd.
(Resident of Okanagan Falls)
For those of you who have not yet made your pre-arrangements, this
is just a reminder of the importance of PLANNING AHEAD.
We all realize that no one really wants to discuss death and the impact
that the loss of a family member has on those who are left behind to
grieve. However, that impact can be lessened to some degree by
having pre-planning in place. This way, those difficult decisions are
not left to someone else to deal with. Decisions made whilst under
stress, can often cause emotional over spending, and even more grief.
Advantages: Peace of mind; Price is locked in; Family members
released form difficult decisions; and arrangements may be made in
the comfort of your own home, by appointment.
Advice: Do it Now! Make a commitment ... Pick up the phone ... Call
LESLEY at 250-493-3912. Make that appointment and get those prearrangements taken care of.
SENSIBLE PRICING FOR PRACTICAL PEOPLE
Call Lesley, Senior Owner/Licensed Funeral Director at
250-493-3912 (24 hours)
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Flowers to all the friends and family who helped look after our happy
puppies while we were away. We cannot thank you enough. It made it
all so much easier to know that everything at home was being so well
taken care of. Thank you! ~ from Wendie & Larry Huddart of OK Falls
Flowers to Wade Wagstaff and his crew at Grizzly Excavation for
working tirelessly to repair the water break in Okanagan Falls on
October 10th.
~ from OFID and Okanagan Falls Community
Flowers to Carey Woods for his thoughtfulness in delivering fried
chicken to Wade and his crew of Grizzly Excavation as they worked
late into the evening to repair the water line break. ~ from Bob Daly
Flowers to Don for putting the bench under the trees in Keogan Sports
Park and all the other jobs you do in the community.
~ from The Wonderhams of Okanagan Falls
Flowers to the wonderful volunteers of the Okanagan Falls Visitor
Centre who gave me a very moving and lovely retirement gift during
our annual volunteer supper. Thank you guys, you are a great group
of people. I really love you all. ~ from Barbara Few of Okanagan Falls
Flowers to our local IGA and the Ladies Auxiliary for their dedication
and participation in making the “sneak preview” of our Watch For The
Dresser event a big hit. Also, thanks to the tremendous generosity of
our community members for their breathtaking support of the Helping
Hand ... You truly do put the meaning behind ‘community’. Also many,
many thanks to Grimms, Pepsi Cola, and Canada Bread for their food
and beverage contributions. ~ from The Falls Furniture & Cabinet Co.
Fish Heads to the Lady in the silver grey Dodge Mini Van, who parks
in the FIRE lane at the IGA. Fire lanes are for Fire/Emergency ...
~ from Joyce of Okanagan Falls
Fish Heads to the person who put three dead trees in the ditch across
from my driveway with total disregard to what I and my neighbours
had to look at every day. I have taken care of your indiscretion, but
my truck and chainsaw, as my Dad would say, don’t run on cold tea.
You should be ashamed of yourself. We live in Skaha Estates on
Devon Drive and most people care about their neighbours. You know
who you are and I hope it doesn’t happen again! PS: IF you wish to
explain, please come see me.
~ from Dave Young - 340 Devon Dr
Fish Heads to the Okanagan Falls Irrigation District for your poor
communication with your paying customers. You should look into a new
phone system that can make automated phone calls to all of us who
are not digitally connected at every moment. ~ from Kari of OK Falls
Fish Heads to ??? Tree Canada says; “In general, Canadians love trees.
Whether in our backyards, parks or roadsides, we understand the value
of trees and the enormous benefits they give. Air quality enhancement,
water protection, energy conservation, wildlife habitat, better aesthetics
and a sense of community - these are all values that trees can give.”
So, why did someone cut down three perfectly healthy trees in Pioneer
Park and leave them for dead? ~ from Kaleden Parks & Recreation
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Construction, Renovations & Service Work
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Breaky Special ~ $9 ( Reg $12.50)
Lunch Special ~ $5 ( Reg $8.00)
Valid between 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Valid between 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
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Eat In or Take Out!
Open Monday - Saturday
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Okanagan Falls Helping Hand
Christmas Hamper Registration Form
For Residents of Okanagan Falls Area Only
(Skaha Estates to Vaseaux Lake)
Name: __________________________________
Phone: _________________________________
Street Address: ___________________________
_______________________________________
# of Adults: ____ # of Children (if applicable): ____
Boys Ages: __________ Girls Ages: __________
Deadline Date for Registration:
Friday, December 12, 2014
Hamper Delivery is from 9-1 on Sat, Dec 20th
Request made by:_________________________
Phone: _________________________________
Send Registration Form To:
Okanagan Falls Helping Hand
P.O. Box 640, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R0
Or place registration form in the drop box
at the Okanagan Falls IGA.
Okanagan Falls Helping Hand Update
Helping Hand food collection bins will be set out on November 12th.
Last year we packed and delivered more than 100 hampers for our
community, and indications are that the need will be at least as great
this year. Your financial support and food donations are the core of
the program and your generosity is greatly appreciated. Financial
donations can be sent to Okanagan Falls Helping Hand, P.O. Box
640, Okanagan Falls BC V0H 1R0. Tax receipts will be issued for
all donations over $20. Our annual “Fill The Van” event will be at IGA
on Saturday, December 6th from 9 am - 3 pm. The “Gift Tree” will be
set up at IGA on November 12th and the “Pajama Tree” at Interior
Savings Credit Union by the last week of November.
If you are in need of a hamper this year, please fill out the registration
form on this page and drop it in the registration box at the IGA after
November 12th or mail to the address above. Hampers will be
delivered on Saturday, December 20th between 9 am - 1 pm. If you
have any questions or concerns, our contact number is 250-486-2767.
Leave a message and your call will be returned.
H&M Thriftee Shop
H&M THRIFTEE SHOP
Open Tue/Wed & Fri/Sat from 10-3
250-486-6371
Accepting Clean & Gently Used
Clothing & Accessories
Okanagan Falls Heritage and Museum Place - 1145 Main Street
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