A reaper harvests cotton at a farm in Cristalina 2024 shows a reaper harvesting cotton at a farm in Cristalina 2024 shows a cotton field at a farm in Cristalina A man walks in a cotton field at a farm in Cristalina Access KelownaNow using your Facebook account Privacy Policy This article is sponsored by ATB Wealth. In this latest episode of Community Spotlight presented by ATB Wealth, Alexa Anderson sits down with Stacey Blamire, the Resident Services Manager at Cristalina Parc Retirement Living a newly opened nine-story building in Kelowna Cristalina Parc offers a unique living experience for active seniors in their retirement years and she explains that the name "Cristalina" is inspired by a type of cherry a nod to the Okanagan’s rich agricultural roots With a focus on providing a vibrant and active lifestyle Cristalina Parc boasts numerous amenities designed to engage and support its residents Among the highlights of the facility is a beautifully appointed dining room that offers residents chef-prepared dinners seven days a week with multiple weekly classes provided by the Active Living Manager including popular options like line dancing all while being part of a community that thrives on engagement One of the standout features of Cristalina Parc is its luxurious in-house spa many of the residents have walk-in showers instead of bathtubs so the spa provides a relaxing space for them to unwind with a peaceful soak “Community is at the heart of what we do,” says Stacey "We focus on creating an environment where our residents feel connected and supported It's so rewarding to see them come together for activities and truly embrace the social side of life here." For those considering a move to Cristalina Parc Stacey highlights the option of a “Experience Day,” where potential residents can stay for a few days to get a true feel for life at the retirement community or just relaxing in the serene surroundings this opportunity gives people the chance to experience it all which Stacey notes is a huge morale booster for the residents "It’s a great way to keep people connected," she says If you're curious about Cristalina Parc and want to explore your options Stacey invites you to reach out for a tour or to learn more With flexible month-to-month rental options and a secure future program that locks in rent for the next four years it's clear that this community is designed to offer peace of mind and a vibrant living experience for seniors Whether you're considering a move for yourself or helping a loved one Cristalina Parc offers a unique opportunity to experience retirement living at its finest For more information or to schedule a tour visit their website or reach out directly to their senior living specialists A big thank you to ATB Wealth for their continued support of Community Spotlight If you get value from KelownaNow and believe local independent media is important to our community we ask that you please consider subscribing to our daily newsletter If you appreciate what we do, we ask that you consider supporting our local independent news platform ▲ Back to Top ▲ Reach 97,000 UK and global construction experts It’s the company’s second in Brazil after taking a 55% stake in Brazilian road operator Entrevias in May last year It connects the cities of Belo Horizonte and Cristalina and is a main route inland to the capital Brasilia It also serves the ports of the south coast Last year it had 17.5 million toll transactions Heavy vehicles accounted for 40% of traffic Vinci’s planned improvements include widening some 300km of it It will take over operations in the first quarter of 2025 Vinci now manages just under 1,200km of highways in Brazil and eight of its airports A grand opening was held in Kelowna on Friday afternoon for Cristalina Parc an independent living space for seniors in retirement A ribbon cutting and a number of speeches took place before guests were given a tour of the nine-storey building “I was greeted by a resident when I walked in today and just stating how well they are treated at this residence and what a difference it has made in their life,” said Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas “What it’s meant to them and also how they’re treated here is just a testament to this company just with what this company wants to achieve They’re basically treating individuals as independent living by giving them dignity and also lots of activity to enjoy life.” The 133-unit residence comes with one and two-bedroom apartment options Following the ribbon cutting in front of the building guests were welcomed on the third floor and were introduced to the the Cherry Bar and Lounge “They have wonderful apartments and can be totally independent but if they choose to come down to the dining room there’s a lot of opportunities they can choose,” said Parc Retirement Living Founder Rainer Mueller Located at the intersection of KLO and Lakeshore Rd. this retirement residence is in the heart of Kelowna and puts seniors within walking distance of nearly everything a person needs “That is our business model," said Mueller "Parc Retirement residences are always in locations like this because these people want to be active That is wonderful for them to be active and to be a part of the community but rather an independent living space for seniors They are now accepting new residents and can be contacted through their website Sign In Subscribe Now A new independent seniors’ residence in Kelowna held its grand opening on Sept 133-suite building at the corner of Lakeshore and KLO roads.  and artist Jeremy Herndl attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening Herndl was commissioned to create a 20-foot cherry orchard art installation and two-bedrooms which include heat and hydro The name “Cristalina” is a tribute to a variety of cherries designed to thrive in the Okanagan climate Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. We ask that you be respectful of others and their points of view, refrain from personal attacks and stay on topic. To learn about our commenting policies and how our community-based moderation works, please read our Community Guidelines There’s a new belle in town and she’s already turning heads with her cherry-tree-themed art installations, pleasing earth-tone exterior and greenery-lined rooftop deck. But much more than a pretty face, Cristalina PARC takes independent senior living to the next level with a focus on being active and staying socially connected At the intersection of Lakeshore and KLO Road in the heart of Kelowna’s lively Pandosy Village the nine-storey residence embodies the four pillars of the PARC Active Living™ program From physical fitness and social pursuits to emotional health and nutritious meals it’s a wellness package that sets PARC apart from other senior living communities engaging excursions and stylish modern suites just a short walk away from lakeside parks and Cristalina PARC offers everything older adults need to live fully and completely into their golden years Cristalina PARC promotes both physical and mental well-being Locally sourced chef- prepared plates are served up in the Orchard Dining Room while a monthly calendar spills over with activities residents have complete freedom to choose from a wide host of options and are encouraged to customize their own experience It’s all part of PARC Active Living™ Making sure residents are living their best life is Active Living Manager LaPointe brings 20 years’ experience in health care – the last five with seniors – to Cristalina PARC Everyday he sees firsthand how regular exercise and socialization can boost quality of life in later years with research showing that physical activity protects against cardiovascular disease and is associated with delay in dementia onset and improved mental health LaPointe applies a hands-on approach at Cristalina PARC by teaching PARC Fit classes to residents Tailored to seniors of varying mobility and strength levels activities range from chair yoga and pole walking to weight and circuit training Underscoring the value of instructor-led classes like PARC Fit a 2024 study concluded that physical educators are essential gatekeepers for promoting healthy aging being strong and healthy as we age is just as much about the mind as it is the body Which is why LaPointe also pencils in mindful meditation and brain health sessions alongside social and cultural programming in his carefully curated monthly activity calendars Rounding out the days are interactive art and cooking workshops seminars on practical matters like downsizing There’s even a weekly Friday happy hour being socially active is a big part of PARC Active Living™ too PARC residents can also count on feeling connected with the community at large Not only is Cristalina PARC named after a cherry variety that is the first to bloom in the area each spring but gathering-space names pay tribute to local attributes as well – the Cherry Bar and Lounge Purposefully built in the middle of a vibrant neighbourhood Cristalina PARC provides easy access to shops the Pandosy Waterfront Park and Public Pier call for walks along the shore of Lake Okanagan residents can take in lake and mountain views from their modern suite or watch the sun go down from one of Cristalina PARC’s stylish common spaces or foliage-fringed dining terrace What’s not to like about living at PARC Learn more about Cristalina PARC and the PARC Active Living™ program by calling 236.763.7272 or visiting parcliving.ca/cristalina You do not have access to www.researchgate.net The site owner may have set restrictions that prevent you from accessing the site but the fields on either side look like they are covered in snow — little white puffs of cotton stretching to the horizon The alabaster plants interspersed with the corn and soybean fields outside the central-western town are part of a silent revolution in Brazil: Facing negative attention over the agribusiness industry’s environmental impact farmers are increasingly turning to cotton and adopting sustainable techniques to produce it After increasing exports 15-fold in the past two decades Brazil is now the world’s second-biggest cotton supplier — after the US — and the biggest producer of sustainable cotton No less than 84 percent of the cotton grown in the South American agricultural giant is certified by the Better Cotton Initiative an international nonprofit group to promote sustainable cotton farming People don’t want to buy products any more that don’t respect nature and its cycles,” said entomologist Cristina Schetino of the University of Brasilia The industry is trying to improve the international image of Brazilian farming heavy pesticide use and the destruction of the Amazon rainforest for agriculture a trend that has accelerated under Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro — an agribusiness ally the Brazilian Cotton Producers’ Association (ABRAPA) launched a sustainability training program for farmers and introduced protocols on efficiently using water and pesticides and phasing out toxic products in favor of biological fertilizers a new tracing program launched with Brazilian clothing brands lets consumers check how cotton goods were produced cotton farmers in Brazil replaced 34 percent of chemical pesticides with biological ones They have also started using drones to apply pesticides more efficiently Switching to sustainable techniques is “a re-education process,” ABRAPA executive director Marcio Portocarreiro said farmers tend to think mainly about the impact on their bottom line they realize that farming sustainably gives them a guaranteed market,” he said Fazenda Pamplona is one of Brazil’s biggest proponents of sustainable cotton is like a small city in the middle of the countryside The farm aims to retain workers by creating a home where they will want to stay production coordinator Diego Goldschmidt said He stands in front of two enormous bales of cotton labeled with QR codes that detail their harvest The farm produced more than 600,000 tonnes last year Sustainable cotton sells for prices up to 10 percent higher than conventional cotton “Besides being the right thing to do for society and the environment it provides added value,” Goldschmidt said cotton remains one of the most pesticide-intensive crops using more than double that of soy per hectare and the absence of organic products to stop them “There’s still a lot of dependence on chemical products which have a negative environmental impact,” said the entomologist Brazil cultivates about 1.6 million hectares of cotton a year It is a key supplier for the global garment industry ABRAPA has set an ambitious goal of surpassing the US to become the world’s biggest cotton supplier in 2030 “Brazil may not have a good image on sustainable farming yet,” Goldschmidt said 21 the campana brothers created ‘cristalina’ curated by tokujin yoshioka the exhibition focusses on fusing nature with technology ‘cristalina’ image © designboom for ‘cristaliana’ the brothers used the idea of nests of birds to create a seat with branches interwoven craftsmen worked for hours using various wood structures to create this unusual design branches woven into the seat image © designboom more: http://www.campanas.com.br designboom interview with campana brothers AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style Veronica "Ronnie" Flores-Herrera is the Real-Time Desk Manager for KRIS 6 News The Emmy-nominated journalist has been covering news in the Coastal Bend since 1997 A birthday celebration turned scary for one Robstown family this evening They were celebrating at "In the Game Funtrackers" in Flour Bluff when they got stuck at the top of the roller coaster Mike Martinez climbed down on his own and helped his wife down He called 911 and waited for fire crews to rescue his daughter Haley said she was glad her father called the fire department for help "They didn't take a long time but it was taking a long time for me because I was scared," Haley said "I was glad she was okay because I was worried about her the whole time and I didn't want her to get hurt." The family was a little shaken from the ordeal so they decided to cut their celebration short and head home O endereço abaixo não existe na globo.com This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page independent senior living ought to be about community These are principles the founder and chairman of PARC Retirement Living came to embrace 30 years ago when he moved his mother into a retirement residence near Zurich He saw her life become richer and more fulfilled because she lived in a community with access to services Müller brought those ideals to Canada when he built his first PARC retirement residence in North Vancouver a few years later Construction is wrapping on his sixth building at the corner of Lakeshore and KLO roads in Kelowna “We look for the best locations,” Müller says it’s the best place to be because you can go to the lake you are in the centre of everything you might need.” He adds a connection to the community is also important “We are supportive of community and senior associations and cultural organizations so our residents can continue to live their lives.” Müller adds PARC buildings are not like other retirement residences in design or amenities and offer a less structured approach for active independent seniors says company research shows a change in the baby boomer generation wanting to choose what works for them in retirement “It’s no longer a one-size-fits-all model of senior living,” she adds and two-bedrooms which also includes heat and hydro Amenities include the PARC Active Living program says the company is also a certified living wage employer Müller points out that Cristalina PARC is also a green building Cristalina PARC is scheduled to open in July with 133 suites available for rent offering city More information about Cristalina PARC is available on the company’s website READ MORE: ‘How bazaar’: Night market comes to downtown Kelowna READ MORE: Winners of Kelowna’s Civic and Community Awards announced and receive top headlines in your inbox Monday to Saturday Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. 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Cristaline and Neptune change hands in France Castel group President Pierre Castel has sold 60% of his shares held in Alma to long term business partner Pierre Papillaud.** The Castel group owns the successful French bottled water brand Cristaline which has overtaken Evian The new owners have yet to disclose full details of the financial agreement but the transaction is rumoured to be worth over €600 million with a sales turnover of around €900 million will become the majority shareholder of Neptune and Cristaline and will arrange 51% of the finance for the deal while the remaining 49% will be financed by a Japanese-American partnership also responsible for marketing the Neptune brand in Japan Roxane worked together with Otsuka to create the Crystal Geyser brand in the United States Pierre Castel told French journalists that he was not planning retirement but that he would focus his efforts on wine a beer venture in Africa and carbonated beverages The Castel group also has plans to set up an olive tree plantation in Morocco that will have its first harvest next year the French bottled water market was still essentially dominated by single-source mineral waters produced by three owners - Nestlé decided to create a value business model based on sourcing the water from 22 different springs to compete in the domestic market Cristaline became the best selling volume brand in France Get in touchWould you like to be interviewed by FoodBev Media or share a recent innovation with us?  Click here to contact us