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North Westside Community Association | Serving the residents of the North Westside since 1975 | |
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The NWCA Newsletter is a monthly newsletter that is distributed to subscribers of NWCA. The Newsletter features highlights of previous months events, current upcoming events, community news and information on current events and topics relating to the community.
If you would like to provide feedback or have an idea that you would like featured in the NWCA Newsletter or on the NWCA website, please contact NWCA Communications.
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PREVIOUS EVENTS - JANUARY 2023 | | |
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These are just some of the youths who worked tirelessly from 11 am to 4 pm collecting and sorting. We also want to show our appreciation for parents - Jen, Angela, Adry, Jay and Clayton for their help and support. Can’t thank you enough North Westside! PS - Lori, you are a star!
- NWCA Library Director Andrea Kveton
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THE HIPPIE MARKET - VALENTINES - FEBRUARY 11
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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Come down to share the love at Killiney Community Hall on Saturday, February 11 from 11 am to 3 pm to share the February love with your community and support your favourite local North Westside businesses while getting that special person the perfect gift. There will be chocolate, cookies, teas, body care, jewelry, candles, and much more.. all the things a woman would want for Valentines Day!
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UPCOMING RECURRING EVENTS | |
NORTH WESTSIDE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH - SUNDAYS
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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northwestsidefellowshipchurch@gmail.com
Non-Denominational
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You are Welcome Here!
Regular Service times
Sunday 10 AM
Coffee and Fellowship to follow after each regular Sunday service
Elder: Pastor Jerry Spoor
(250)306-8817
jwspoor1@gmail.com
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YOUTH GROUP - MONDAYS - 6:30 PM to 8 PM
North Westside Community Library
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All kids 12 to 17 are welcome
Interested in coming out and meeting other 12 - 17 years old for socializing, activities and fun?
Hang out with kids your age and help plan fun activities that you want to do.
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BOOK CLUB - EVERY OTHER TUESDAY AT 7PM
North Westside Community Library
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Your Community Library volunteers are hosting Tuesday evening Book Clubs over the Fall and Winter.
We will tackle a book each month and will meet every other Tuesday at 7 pm to share our views and socialize.
CURRENTLY FULLY BOOKED
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AA MEETINGS - TUESDAY EVENINGS
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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7:15 pm - 8:45 pm
Registration is not required.
All are welcome.
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SENIORS POTLUCK - WEDNESDAYS AT NOON
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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Always a great selection of dishes and a great time.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Registration is not required and you do not have to be a senior to attend.
Please bring your own plates and utensils.
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PARENTS AND PLAYTIME - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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Parents and Playtime
interactive playgroups meet
at the community hall
every THURSDAY morning,
from 10 am to noon.
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YOGA - THURSDAY & SUNDAY EVENINGS
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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Amanda Wolfenden is offering gentle yoga classes. Perfect for all skill levels.
Thursday Evenings ~ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Sunday Evenings - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
$15 for drop ins & $10 per session.
if you prepay for the month
Text to Reserve ~ 250-575-2712
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Wolfenden Wellness
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READING BUDDIES PROGRAM FOR KIDS - SATURDAYS
North Westside Community Library
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Do you have an elementary school age child who needs some extra help with their reading (or just loves to read) and would like to participate in a Saturday afternoon Reading Buddies program?
We have members of our Youth Group (boys and girls ages 12 to 16) interested in offering to be a Reading Buddy - for 30 minutes once or twice a month on Saturday afternoons at the Community Library.
If your child is interested, please stop by the Community Library and give us some details about your child (age, interests, reading level, challenges), so that we can match them up with an older reader and set up times that work for everyone.
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ST PATTYS FUNDRAISER DANCE
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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Mark your calendars to come down to Killiney Community Hall on Saturday, March 18 to dance and celebrate Westside Irish style. There will be draws and prizes as we are fundraising for our annual Easter Egg Hunt to be held Saturday, April 8 at Westshore Estates Community Park.
Tickets will be available to purchase for $25 each in person or online at our NWCA website.
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NWCA ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
Westshore Estates Community Park
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Mark your calendars to come out to Westshore Estates Community Park for our annual Easter Egg Hunt to be held Saturday, April 8 from noon to 2 pm.
1700 Easter Eggs are hidden all over and surrounding Cantryn Field and a community BBQ will be held for all to enjoy. Special visit will be made by The Easter Bunny!
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NORTH WESTSIDE BUSINESS AND SERVICES EXPO
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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First Annual North Westside Business and Services Expo...Sat April 15 from 11-3PM at Killiney Beach Hall....come shake hands and get to know local neighbours that service the westside from Construction, Landscaping, Heating and Plumbing to Health and Wellness and Business services such as Marketing and Accounting....and more.
IF you own a business here on the westside, now is your opportunity to showcase your services and talents directly with neighbours and friends. If you would like to participate (handing out business cards and explaining what your company offers)..cost to participate is just $10.
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EARTH DAY - SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 2023
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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We are creating a new event for Kids of our future at NWCA....come to Killiney Beach Hall from 11-3PM and see what Kids know about our planet and climate change...a "Youth Environmental Science Fair with "prize money" will answer a variety of questions and help educate us adults on what the future can look like. | |
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No entry will be denied.
Participation is an asset.
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2023-2027 water fees and charges
Date: January 16, 2023
Updated Upper Fintry, Shalal Road, Valley of the Sun water fees
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The Regional Board adopted the Upper Fintry Water System Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1522 and the RDCO Water System Regulations Bylaw No. 1513 on January 12. The Fees and Charges Bylaw sets out the fees for the next five years and were last reviewed in 2019 with incremental increases every year for inflation.
Water fees are composed of User and Asset Renewal Fees. User Fees apply to all actively serviced parcels and cover operational costs of the water system. Asset Renewal Fees apply to all lots within the service area and partially fund planned capital projects. Since 2019 there has been increases in inflation affecting the cost of materials, labour, service, and construction. These rate adjustments are necessary to ensure a financially sustainable water system. The table outlines the fees until 2027 which includes annual inflationary adjustments.
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2023-2027 water fees and charges
Date: January 23, 2023
Updated Upper Westshore Estates water fees
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The Regional Board adopted the Westshore Estates Water System Fees and Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1521 and the RDCO Water System Regulations Bylaw No. 1513 on January 12. The Fees and Charges Bylaw sets out the fees for the next five years and were last reviewed in 2019 with incremental increases every year for inflation.
Water fees are composed of User and Asset Renewal Fees. User Fees apply to all actively serviced parcels and cover operational costs of the water system. Asset Renewal Fees apply to all lots within the service area and partially fund planned capital projects. Since 2019 there has been increases in inflation affecting the cost of materials, labour, service, and construction. These rate adjustments are necessary to ensure a financially sustainable water system. The table outlines the fees until 2027 which includes annual inflationary adjustments
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These new fees will be reflected on your first quarter invoice in April and result in an increase of approximately $22 for an average Westshore Estates water system connection per billing period.
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The RDCO Water Systems Regulations Bylaw regulates how water will be provided and used within the water service area. This update includes some of the following changes:
- Minor housekeeping (i.e., definitions, unmetered property charge etc.)
- Changes to respond to water theft and unmetered water use more effectively
- Continuation of User Fees and elimination of fees for seasonal turn on and off
- Mandatory pit water meters for all future connections
- Water meter and capital cost updates
You can find further information about the fee changes, and the Water Regulations Bylaw at: www.rdco.com/waterrates; or
Contact our Environmental Services staff (engineer@rdco.com or 250-469-6241).
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Sincerely,
David Komaike
Director of Engineering Services
Regional District of Central Okanagan | rdco.com/water
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NWCA COMMUNITY NEWS & INFORMATION | |
NORTH WESTSIDE FIRE RESCUE | |
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Happy New Year North Westside! We have out latest firefighter of the month, some words from his officer, Lieutenant Greenwood: “Several people stood out to us with great commitment from lots of firefighters. With 100% attendance, being a huge help with clearing up frozen hose lines after the structure fire, doing really well gaining all available training our vote was Gordie henderson for firefighter of the month for December.”
Congratulations Gordie!
North Westside Fire Rescue | Vernon BC | Facebook
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The NWCA Business Directory is available as your tool to make supporting local Westside businesses easier than ever.
Conveniently find local businesses and non-for-profit organizations that service the North Westside Communities and area.
If you would like to be added to the business directory,
please complete the application and submit your business details:
North Westside Community Association (northwestsidecommunityassociation.ca)
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NEXT NWCA BOARD MEETING - FEBRUARY 7
North Westside Community Library
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The NWCA formalized Membership Charge to a 2 tier system, whereas households pay $25 and Individuals/Seniors pay $10.
Collection will be set up at NWCA Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Canada Day Celebrations.
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TRANSFER STATION LOCATIONS AND HOURS | |
LOCATION
Sugarloaf Forest Service Road, West Kelowna BC
(follow the signs – turn at the corner of Westside Road & Sugarloaf Forest Service Road)
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Closed December 25-26
January 1
Easter Sunday
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LOCATION
Intersection of Bear Lake Main Rd. & Westside Rd., West Kelowna BC
WINTER HOURS
Wednesday: 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Closed December 25 and January 1
SUMMER HOURS
(begin on the May long weekend to the end of the Labour Day long weekend)
Wednesday 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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What is household hazardous waste?
Left over products that contain corrosive, toxic, flammable or reactive components are considered household hazardous wastes (HHW), Look for these symbols to help you identify which products are hazardous.
Examples of common household hazardous waste products
- Cleaners, degreasers, furniture polishes, rust and lime removers
- Pesticides, fertilizers
- Adhesives, sealants, caulking, fillers
- Undercoats and tars
- Pool and hot tube chemicals
- Aerosols such as bug repellant, paint, crack filler, insecticides (Raid)
Where to dispose of household hazardous waste?
Kelowna Recycling aka Battery Doctors
- 1972 Windsor Road in Kelowna is the region’s year round depot for household hazardous waste.
- Open Monday – Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Call 250-860-2866
Other hazardous wastes such as electronics, batteries, light bulbs, thermostats and smoke detectors can also be dropped of at various depots. You can search our Recycle Coach App, call the Recycling Council of BC recycling hotline at 1-800-667-4321 for specific items or search www.rcbc.ca/recyclepedia
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NORTH WESTSIDE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
North Westside Community Library - 516 Udell Rd, Vernon, BC V1H 2G2, Canada
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We are located at 516 Udell Road, right behind the Killiney Firehall | |
Library Hours
Mondays 6pm - 8pm
Wednesdays 11am - 1pm
Saturdays 1pm - 3pm
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KILLINEY BEACH COMMUNITY HALL
Killiney Beach Community Hall - 516 Udell Rd, Vernon, BC V1H 2G2, Canada
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Did you know that as a NWCA community member you can
rent the Killiney Community Hall at a HUGE discount?
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Half (4 hours) and Full Day (8 hours) Availabilities
Full Day Offsite Rentals for Tables and Chairs
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FEBRUARY 2023 MOON CALENDAR | |
THE FULL SNOW MOON
February’s full moon is called a snow moon because it is common to experience snow this time of year in the northern hemisphere during the month of February.
The term snow moon is used in both Northern America and Europe to describe the full moon in February. However, the moon has multiple names, but they all share similarities. Native North Americans sometimes referred to the moon as the “hunger moon” and “bone moon” due to the lack of food sources at that time of year. Other variations include the “storm moon,” perhaps in relation to the harsh weather conditions found in some climates at this time of year. What Is A Snow Moon? - The Fact Site - Image courtesy of: Shifting-Vibration.com
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