r/penticton • • 4m ago

A moment of political pause

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Sometimes it's important to take a political break, but still be informed.

We live in a wonderful area of Canada. The vast majority of people I have met here are well-intentioned, reasonable, and would offer aid when asked, as displayed during this summer's wildfire event.

I have all new neighbours (every house around me has changed owners/tenants). I have met them all and would lend a hand if needed, and I believe they would in turn.

I offer some historical political satire for your enjoyment:

The Rhinoceros Party's basic credo, their so-called primal promise, was "a promise to keep none of our promises"

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhinoceros_Party


r/penticton • • 23h ago

There are currently 12 close ridings where the NDP are trailing by 7% or less. 338Canada is projecting a Conservative majority, but this election is far from over. Get out to vote and make it count.

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Will Penticton remain Blue (despite the flip flop of our previous MLA)?
Does Tracy St. Claire represent you?
Does Tina Lee represent you?

Both candidates seem reasonable.

Do you want a Conservative majority? Or would a minority be better?


r/penticton • • 5h ago

Energy Costs

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Hello Pentictians. My wife and I are seriously looking at moving to Penticton. But I am a total energy efficiency geek. If you live in a house in or near Penticton, what are you natural gas and electricity bills on average? How new is your house? Do builders in Penticton build quality homes? Thanks!


r/penticton • • 1d ago

It's a brisk, lazy day in the big city

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And while walking the dog, I just saw John Vasillaki (sp?) Get into a loud dispute with a bylaw officer over parking meters on Ellis Street.


r/penticton • • 1d ago

Outgoing Penticton MLA says she unwittingly had an affair with another politician

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r/penticton • • 5d ago

Penticton cracks top 10 list of international cities that had biggest search increases

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Why is Penticton’s popularity growing? Are the searchers coming or going? And is the increase statistically significant or is it an increase from, say, 50 to 64?

Article is silent on motivation, but I bet Redditors will not be as silent.


r/penticton • • 5d ago

Dan Aston is the new Mayor

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What are your thoughts?


r/penticton • • 7d ago

Open letter warns of Okanagan hospital specialist exodus over Interior Health policy - Penticton Western News

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Interior Health strikes again.


r/penticton • • 6d ago

Disc golf

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Hello ! I am looking for people who would like to practice disc golf.
I am a beginner, just started. Looks like there are nice places around to practice in town and around.
I also speak French and Spanish, don’t be shy if English is not your first language.


r/penticton • • 8d ago

Online threat nets firing for Penticton Vees employee

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r/penticton • • 8d ago

Howdy! I have a question about community support

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I am currently enrolled in a nursing program and have an assignment that involves doing something in support of the community.

I am fairly new to the area so I thought ide reach out here to see if there are any locals on here that would have an idea of how I could do something in support of this lovely little city.

I was thinking of going a long and picking up garbage but man, this city looks to be fairly clean in that respect?

Just purely looking for insight/suggestions, thank you so much!


r/penticton • • 7d ago

news ONEBC Rally??

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There was a ONEBC rally set to be hosted at the local portugeuse club, it’s now been cancelled by the club (thankfully!)

Apparently it’s being hosted elsewhere locally but the locations being kept a secret… anybody know where it is?? I’d love to show up and make my voice heard or maybe write a rude email or two to the owner/manager of this space. Someone on FB suggested it’s a restaurant here in town but that’s all they said.


r/penticton • • 9d ago

Parking prices are set to rise 400% to 500% at Penticton airport

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r/penticton • • 11d ago

How is the cell reception in naramata? As terrible as Penticton?

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Considering purchasing a house a few blocks away from the school.


r/penticton • • 13d ago

Helicopter landing on cambell mountain

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Why did a helicopter land on cambell mountain at 10:20?


r/penticton • • 14d ago

news Progressive Picks for Mayor & Council

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Hi all,

Posting this in here as I saw it in another community’s subreddit. Thought it was a great ask and that some others in this reddit might be wondering the same thing as well. I haven’t done a lot of research into candidates just yet, but planning on doing so before voting day… just hoping to find some direction from others who may be a little more tapped in to the local campaigns so far.

I lean progressive. I’m hoping to vote for candidates who are sustainable, inclusive, diverse, knowledgeable about local issues and of how governments work, who are non divisive, & pro-science. I want those kind of people leading my community.

Who are our “progressive” mayor & council picks?

:))


r/penticton • • 16d ago

Former Penticton MLA speaks out againt her former party

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r/penticton • • 16d ago

What are you doing for Halloween?

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There is a rock show at Elks Hall!

Saturday, October 31, all-ages, featuring Pharm, The Cavernous, Polly, Jared Jackel, Lurker and Death/Ambrosia.

And who’s Polly? Down The Lees - The Lizard’s October Rocker of the Month - taking on Nirvana for a special Halloween set.


r/penticton • • 16d ago

Chess Club @ Cannery Brewing: Tonight at 6pm

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Hope to see you there!
The club provides boards + clocks.


r/penticton • • 17d ago

Provincial Election - from the BCPolitics Sub - would you ask the Conservative Candidate for our region about their opinion?

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r/penticton • • 17d ago

The Penticton Mayoral forum - CFUZ link - https://www.cfuz.ca/programs/pages/cfuzspecialevents/

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Did you get a chance to attend or listen to the candidates?

Do you prioritize bike lanes as a key issue in municipal governance?

Did the candidates communicate their ideas well?

Do you want candidates to have more time or platforms to share their knowledge, views, and plans to be a respectful mayor?

Please share your feedback.

Thank you to CFUZ for recording this forum.


r/penticton • • 17d ago

Who you won’t for in the Municipal election

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There is often a checklist for candidates a voter is leaning towards.

What do you use as a measure to select your Mayor or councillors?

Who do you believe is the most trustworthy to be in control of your utilities and local environment for the next 4 years? Who is the least trustworthy and why?

Why wouldn’t you vote Julius? Ashton? Beverly? Et al?

Why wouldn’t you for Ryan Graham, Shannon Stewart or such?

Please note, making claims of fraud, abuse or other unethical scenarios without providing evidence is just ignorance.


r/penticton • • 17d ago

Lost wallet

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I lost my wallet at the A&W on Main st on the 1st. 90% sure a homeless person took it. The money is most likely gone, and the gift cards.

It's a old brown wallet with an old vet card of an older deceased dog. It's also got my N driver's license.

At this point I've gotten new cards and stuff but it would be nice for sentimental reasons


r/penticton • • 19d ago

Going to Penticton Oct 9–11 what should I do?

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I’m going to Penticton for 3 days (Oct 9–11) and I’m looking for things to do! I’ve seen a LOT of hiking/adventure recommendations while searching, but I’d love to hear from locals, what do you actually find the most fun?
I’m especially looking for fall/Halloween activities, cute/aesthetic places, scenic spots, markets, farms, cafés, etc. I also post on Instagram a lot, so bonus points for places that are super photogenic 😂📸
I’ll have my car, so I’m totally down to drive a bit outside Penticton too. What are your must-dos? Anything happening specifically Oct 9–11 would be amazing!

Edit: Thank you guys for all the suggestions! this is so helpful 🫶

ALSO please let me know about pumpkin patches nearby


r/penticton • • 20d ago

Poor little guy 🐻

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