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Penticton Indian Band launches ambitious development

The Discovery Centre at Skaha Hills has opened. The Penticton Indian Band has partnered with Greyback Developments to build upwards of 600 homes.
The Discovery Centre at Skaha Hills has opened. The Penticton Indian Band has partnered with Greyback Developments to build upwards of 600 homes. contributed/ Global Okanagan

PENTICTON, B.C. – A 600 home development was launched today on the Penticton Indian Band (PIB), a project that is expected to provide an economic boost to local First Nations members.

The community has partnered with Greyback Developments to launch the $250 million dollar residential, golf course and winery development overlooking Skaha Lake.

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The homes in the Skaha Hills gated community will sell for about $400,000 and be single family homes with double garages.

The master plan also has plans for a casino, although the PIB was turned down already for a casino licence.

Skaha Hills will bring taxation revenue, employment and training opportunities to PIB members, according to band administrator Greg Gabriel.

A $5.2 million winery and vineyard will be developed among the homes at the 550-acre site.

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The Skaha Hills Discovery Centre opened Friday and will be open Monday through Saturday.

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