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Just behind Westside Road, the top Worst Road in B.C., Coldstream’s Cosens Bay Road took the sixth spot as it’s plagued with potholes and crumbling pavement.
Westside named worst road JENNIFER SMITH
people up here are getting very impatient,” he said. “I’m looking forward to seeing Westside Road Cars off cliffs, potholes that could swallow a drop off that list because MOTI did something.” small car, and narrow, windy, unlit stretches have The worst section of road, according to Edgson, all led to Westside Road being deemed the worst is the approximately three-kilometre stretch north road in B.C. of Shelters Cove. And Coldstream’s pothole and “Going north is not bad but coming south crumbling pavement riddled Cosens you take your life into your hands.” Bay Road took the sixth spot. Yet the entire stretch of road needs work Those are the results from BCAA’s and Edgson hopes the results of this survey Worst Roads Campaign – as voted will give the ministry the push it needs to by B.C. residents. finally resolve the issues. After 12 years of fighting to see “The MLA (Ben Stewart) and minister improvements on Westside Road, of MOTI (Blair Lekstrom) have driven that Jim Edgson Jim Edgson (Central Okanagan West road and know how bad it is,” said Edgson, electoral area director) was happy to who personally alerted Premier Christy Clark see the stretch move from 18th in last year’s survey to the problem last year. to first for 2012. It is hoped a five-year plan for Westside Road “This road is in dire need of improvement,” will be formed and adhered to. said Edgson, prior to meeting with co-members of But Edgson admits it may be a bumpy road as the Rural Westside Road Improvement Committee some sections of Westside lie directly on private Friday to work out a request for the Ministry of property, therefore there are purchasing issues. Transportation and Infrastructure to take on a In the meantime, he encourages residents to five-year plan for the road. “Quit patching the keep sending their concerns to the government to patches and start renewing it. ensure the BCAA survey results don’t fall on deaf “As you can tell by the BCAA survey, a lot of ears. Morning Star Staff
And: “You’ve got to drive with due care and attention until it is fixed.” Meanwhile Coldstream’s mayor questions the credibility of the BCAA survey, which ranks Cosens Bay Road as the sixth worst in B.C. “The sampling is questionable,” said Jim Garlick, also pointing out that the road is mainly in Area B’s jurisdiction. “I don’t think it carries much weight unless they can provide us with some more information on it, such as areas of it.” But he does admit the road needs some work. “For the amount of traffic, it could be improved,” said Garlick of the chip-sealed road that channels residents from across the North Okanagan to Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park. From April 2 to 23, close to 3,500 motorists, pedestrians and cyclists took part in the BCAA second annual Worst Roads Campaign and identified 730 separate stretches of road that they believe are the worst in B.C. “Through their responses to the campaign, British Columbians are putting a spotlight on roads that they believe have a negative impact on their vehicles, stress levels and safety,” said Ken Cousin, BCAA’s associate vice-president of Road Assist.
The average Vernon taxpayer will officially be shelling out an extra $14 this year. The city set its 2012 tax rates bylaw Thursday and evened out some numbers to ensure there are no surprises. “We’ve achieved a rate 1.7 per cent above last year’s,” said Mayor Rob Sawatzky. Based on the assessed value of the average home ($336,676), that increase works out to $14. There had been some confusion with the numbers, as a decrease in assessments meant the increase would actually work out to 4.06 per cent over last year. “It’s back to where it was originally thought to be (1.7 per cent),” said Coun. Bob Spiers. “I’m never happy with any increase but this was more palatable than four per cent.” The 2011 average home in Vernon was assessed at $340,976, but council did some adjustments to ensure they could keep the tax increase under control. Assessed values are out of the city’s control. Sawatzky is pleased with the work that has been done by council and staff to keep the increase minimal. “I think it’s quite reasonable.” The increase for the business class is 2.66 per cent, which Sawatzky is also pleased to see. “That’s lower than the provincial average which is around 3.2 per cent.”
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News NOCLS golf classic hits record total ANDRE LODDER Morning Star Staff
There may have been a few trees hit and a few lost balls but there wasn’t a hole on the course where golfers weren’t smiling on Friday. The 21st annual NOCLS golf tournament at the Vernon Golf and Country Club was a huge success raising a record $102,350, thanks largely in part to the community and the many sponsors. “What an amazing group of people who understand the meaning of giving,� said North Okanagan Community Life Society executive director Garry Molitwenik. “Thank you so much to everyone for making this year’s event the most successful event ever.� The major auction, consisting of 25 items and conducted by Bob Woodman, raised half of the total at $51,275, with the Kal Jet golf package to Oregon going for $18,000. The low gross title, at 61, went to the team of Dean Francks, Chuck Winn, Jason Kasper and Gary Gilchrist, while the Far West winning team, low net at 10 under par, was made up of Jamie Skinner, Ryan Chambers, Les Butler and Ron Racine. Vernon Dodge’s Brian Johnston, who has been a sponsor of the event since day one, received Good Guy of the Year honours and gave a heartfelt speech about being part of such a giving community and paid tribute to the late Tom Foord, Kal Tire founder and a former Good Guy of the Year. Tournament organizer Molitwenik also earned a rousing ovation Friday night for his energetic efforts on behalf of developmentally disabled adults. The event got underway Thursday evening when Lynnaya Frasch and Lisa Starke, two Morning Star staffers, drew a record $3,000 during the caddy auction. The two ladies, who offered a golf package and clothing, helped raise a record $13,800 in the auction. Provincial NDP leader Adrian Dix wasn’t far behind at $2,600. Dix, who has little experience on the links, was happy to be a caddy for the tournament. He was surprised with how much he raised, but after seeing teammates Sue Beaudry, Gloria Morgan, Ian Jensen and Glenn Mitchell hit balls in various directions, joked about how some political skills may have been the reason his bid was so high. While his Texas Scramble team enjoyed their round, Dix was just happy to be contributing to a worthy charity. “What a great cause here, they raised just an unbelievable amount last night and you look at the auction tonight and all the players
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Gloria Morgan (above) gets a high five from her caddy, NDP leader Adrian Dix, at the NOCLS Charity Golf Tournament Friday at the Vernon Golf and Country Club. Team Morning Star Lisa Starke (far left) and Lynnaya Frasch get to work on their caddy duties at the tourney.
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INDEX who are playing here and it’s just amazing,� said Dix. The Vernon Fire Department had the third largest bid in the often competitive caddy auction with a total bid of $2,200. Molitwenik was ecstatic to see the caddies and golfers in good spirits Friday. “The hearts were extremely big last night, and they are the same today,� said Molitwenik. “The success has been beyond pleasing, it’s
been amazing, it’s wonderful, phenomenal. Words aren’t descriptive as to how supportive this community is.� Despite having lower numbers in the weeks leading up to the tournament, Molitwenik was excited to see the community rally to support a great cause. “A week and a half ago we needed 44 players, and all of the sudden we’re sold out and have extras,� said Molitwenik.
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Half a percentage and benefit improvements are all that stand between a deal being reached between striking library workers and their employer. The 155 union library workers originally asked for a five per cent wage increase over three years plus improvements to their benefit package, according to Rose Jurkic, president of CUPE 1123. The Okanagan Regional Library board has offered the union a 4.5 per cent increase over three years, — Rose but with a choice for that increase to go towards wages or benefits or split between both. “We don’t think we’re that far apart,� said Jurkic, calling the union demands a “modest� wage increase, plus improvements to 20-year-old benefit packages. “We’ve fallen behind and we’re just trying to halt that.� Library workers took action Thursday after a deal wasn’t reached, with rotating strike action, starting with IT staff. “We’ve tried to focus on inconveniencing the public as least as possible.� They also shared their concerns at the opening of the new Vernon library Saturday with an information picket. “While we have this great new library, the people who have been working at the library have been waiting for a contract since 2010,� said Jurkic. Meanwhile the Okanagan Regional Library board believes its offer is fair. “Our primary responsibility is to ensure taxpayer dollars are used in the most efficient and effective way to provide valuable library services in our communities,� the board states in a release. “The library budget is being stretched on all sides and is always a tough balance. We strive to fund library collections, technology, staffing and branches to keep up with demand and emerg-
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News DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A Public Hearing will be held on Monday, May 14, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Hall, 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC, pursuant to the Local Government Act, to consider the following bylaws: District of Coldstream Of¿cial Community Plan Bylaw No. 1445, 2005, Amendment Bylaw No. 1612, 2012, Amendment No. 6 Property:
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District of Coldstream Zoning Bylaw No. 1382, 2002, Amendment Bylaw No. 1613, 2012, Amendment No. 35 Property:
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ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
It’s good enough for the Columbia Shuswap Regional District, therefore the formation of an agricultural advisory committee and agricultural development plan should also take place in the North Okanagan. That’s the belief of Enderby dairy farmer Lorne Hunter of the Kamloops Okanagan Dairymen Association (KODA), who made a presentation to Regional District of North Okanagan board members Wednesday. “We would encourage the board to consider developing an agricultural plan and create an agricultural advisory committee,” said Hunter, who was part of two tours in the fall and last month introducing politicians to the area’s dairy industry. A tour of dairy farms in Salmon Arm in October was such a great success that Hunter figured it would be a natural to do the same thing in the North Okanagan. Tours of two Spallumcheen area dairy farms were conducted in April. “The Columbia Shuswap Regional District approved creation of an agricultural plan, and they are going to apply to the Investment Agricultural Foundation for the funding for the creation of the plan and advisory committee,” said Hunter. “I was very pleased to hear that.” One other thing that came out of the Salmon Arm tour was that Okanagan College’s Downtown Community Campus project coordinator Margaret Hardy vowed to make agriculture the flagship technology for a downtown
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Questions regarding these bylaws may be directed to Michelle Austin, Planning Technician, at 250-545-5304, by fax to 250-545-4733, or by email to planningtech@district.coldstream.bc.ca. The bylaws and supporting documentation may be inspected at the District of Coldstream Municipal Hall at 9901 Kalamalka Road, Coldstream, BC, up until Monday, May 14, 2012 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays. If you believe your interest in property is affected by these bylaw amendments, you shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the above-referenced bylaws. We request that written submissions, emails and faxes be received by the District prior to 12:00 noon on Wednesday, May 9, 2012. Please note that your name and residential address must be included in your submission and that written submissions are subject to public disclosure. Submissions being transmitted by email must be addressed to kaustin@ district.coldstream.bc.ca. NO SUBMISSIONS ON THE ABOVE BYLAWS WILL BE RECEIVED BY COUNCIL FOLLOWING CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. Dated: April 30, 2012 - Keri-Ann Austin, Corporate Of¿cer
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“It’s grassroots. This is what the communities wanted.” — Mike Macnabb campus. Hunter told RDNO directors that there are 90 dairy farms under KODA that produce 90 million litres of milk in the valley, and dairy farmers get paid 70 to 75 cents per litre. All of the businesses Hunter deals with in his operation is local, meaning Salmon Arm to Kelowna but mostly businesses in Armstrong and Enderby. “I deal with 61 businesses and of those 61 there are 360 employees,” said Hunter, who mentioned one such business, Mountview Electric in Enderby. “Mountview has 26 jobs and a million dollar payroll,” said Hunter. Because agriculture is a regional function, Hunter suggests a joint agricultural advisory committee be established between CSRD and RDNO. “Lots of work will go into it but I can see a lot of synergies coming from the work of both regional districts working together,“ he said. Mike Macnabb, director for BX-Silver Star, told Hunter the regional district has commenced with the process of setting up a regional agricultural committee. “We’ve sent information out to the electoral areas, municipalities and to the ALC (Agricultural Land Commission) for comment,“ said Macnabb. “This came out of our regional growth strategy. It’s grassroots. This is what the communities wanted. Agriculture is huge in this area. I’m really encouraged.“ Hunter said KODA would offer its services to RDNO in assisting with making land use decisions and policies that will have an impact on agriculture and its viability.
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This is the kind of citation a motorist wants to get. The City of Vernon RCMP Community Policing Office’s rural programs is teaming up with area schools for a “Thank You For Not Speeding” program, where motorists clocked going under or at the posted limit in a school zone receive a citation from students, created by students. “School children will colour one of the attached Thank You For Not Seeding tickets one week prior to a session,” said Warren Smith, rural programs coordinator for the community policing office, who will provide a classroom talk on speeding and school zone safety during that time. Run under the auspices of the speed watch program, Thank You For Not Speeding has a twopart component to it. One is to provide an educational element to students and to drivers, reminding motorists they’re in a school zone where the posted speed limit is 30 km/hour. Volunteers come out and set up a speed reader board that allows motorists and students to see how fast approaching cars are travelling, as well as cars that have gone past the reader board. That’s designed to bring further awareness to drivers, either getting them to slow down if they’re travelling higher than 30 km/h, or let them know they are doing a safe speed. “The speed watch program is designed to educate drivers to bring awareness of speeding issues and improving safety,” said Smith. The other component involves actual RCMP members, who are stationed along the chosen route and are doing actual enforcement. That is, they’re looking for speeders. If they find any, they’ll be pulled over and given a ticket. Thank You For Not Speeding debuted in Armstrong, with kids from the Armstrong Senior Alternate School
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Citizens On Patrol volunteer Marian Schalin (front) and a student from Armstrong Senior Alternate school record speeds of motorists in a posted 30-km/h school zone for the Thank You For Not Speeding program being developed by the City of Vernon RCMP community policing office’s rural programs department. Another student awards a driver a Thank You For Not Speeding citation. helping volunteers record data from the reader board. That data is forwarded to ICBC, local RCMP detachment and municipal governments so they’re aware of any speeding issues in the
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awmill tragedies in Prince George and Burns Lake have brought overdue attention to the larger crisis, as the end of B.C.’s latest pine beetle infestation continues to transform the Interior forest industry. The urgency of the timber supply situation was set out in a couple of high-level documents that were leaked from the forests ministry in recent days. These leaks show several things, one of which is that this is a government in trouble. Someone on the inside forced the unpopular options into Tom Fletcher the public arena. Cabinet ministers have tried to dismiss the documents as early drafts, but no one has disputed their numbers. A report on mid-term timber supply looks at the four most beetle-affected areas: Prince George, Lakes (west of Prince George around Burns Lake), Quesnel and Williams Lake. In recent years B.C.’s chief forester has increased the annual allowable cut of all these timber supply areas substantially to harvest dead trees. In Lakes, the pre-beetle annual allowable cut was 1.5 million cubic metres. Currently it is up to two million, but once the beetle wood is unusable, it drops to 500,000. Even if visual quality rules are relaxed to release more timber, forest employment in the area would go from 1,572 jobs before the beetle epidemic to 521. Prince George’s much larger harvest total is expected to drop by almost half. And around Quesnel, producers say an economic supply of dead pine will be there for only another year and a half. This document and a subsequent proposal to cabinet set out the options. They include relaxing visual quality areas, old-growth management zones and wildlife connectivity corridors. This is not as drastic as it sounds, given that the first areas to be opened up would
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be those where many of the trees are already dead. Most beetle-affected areas have a substantial proportion of live trees. If decade-old dead trees were subsidized for biofuel use, this would support harvest and hauling of healthy sawlogs along with them. The government is also considering swapping some existing cutting licences to increase wood supply for the Lakes district, to provide enough long-term supply for reconstruction of the destroyed Burns Lake sawmill. There is also the prospect of awarding unassigned timber to “a single representative of the six First Nations in the Lakes TSA.” Speaking to forest scientists who work in B.C., a couple of things become clear. This pine beetle epidemic may be the largest on record, but it is far from the first. And despite many assertions by former premier Gordon Campbell, it is not certain if this one is the result of a broader climate trend or just a string of warmer winters after decades of fire suppression kept older stands around. Lodgepole pine forests are fire-propagated. The term “old growth” has little meaning in a cycle of natural fires that doesn’t occur in wetter zones. But none of this will matter much in the urban political debate that is about to ensue. “Old growth” is now a quasi-religious notion. International environmental groups have convinced most people that logging is the primary cause of forest loss. In fact, the UN’s “State of the World’s Forests” reports have shown that 95 per cent of global forest loss is due to agriculture. Forest cover is increasing in industrialized countries, which use farmland more efficiently. The B.C. Liberal government needs to make some tough decisions quickly, before next year’s election. The premier’s vow to “create and defend” jobs is about to be tested like never before. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com, tfletcher@blackpress.ca
Most Canadians are sitting a little richer, or expecting to, after filing their income taxes. Monday at midnight was the deadline to file 2011 income tax returns. About two-thirds of Canadians who file a return will get money back, on average about $1,500. Another 21 per cent will have already paid from deductions the exact amount of taxes they owe, and 12 per cent will have to pay more. And while it sometimes feels like the various levels of government are always dipping their fingers into our back pockets to extract ever more of our hardearned dollars, Canadians aren’t as tax-burdened as we like to think. Total taxes, including income, sales, corporate, property and other taxes, account for 31 per cent of Canada’s economy. That’s almost three per cent less than the average for other industrialized countries that comprise the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. In France, Finland, Austria, Norway, Belgium, Italy, Sweden and Denmark, taxes add up to 42 to 48 per cent of their economies. Sure, Americans pay less tax than Canadians, but we don’t have to pull out our credit cards every time we visit the doctor or get an X-ray at the hospital. The people of Greece, Portugal, Spain and Ireland also pay less tax, but given the financial crises crippling their economies, that’s unlikely to last. So as you await your refund, or the cheque you had to write to clear, consider it the price we pay for living in a stable, reliable country. – Black Press
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ands up if you simply think the smell of burning pot stinks. Thank you. If you want to walk into any apartment building and smell the aroma of musty, heavy burning marijuana, legalize it. If you want to inhale that same aroma when approaching a store downtown by the rear entrance, legalize it. If you want to smell it out in many public places where smoking is currently allowed, legalize it. If you want your 10 - 16 year old to be able to get it from someone older, that they know outside a store, (which is simple bootlegging), versus having to try harder to find a source because it's illegal, then legalize it. If you want to open the door to your kid thinking it's OK to try any drug out there because "hey, why not, pot's legal", then legalize it. The deterrents that exist now will dimin-
MP OUT OF TOUCH Holy smokes! Once again Colin Mayes demonstrates to his constitutes he is living in the age of political dinosaurs. A previous flawed and incorrect article spun a tale of global warming denial and now this poppy-cock about the harm of marijuana. I thought I was listening to the thirties documentary “Reefer Madness.” Mr. Mayes’ facts are misleading at best and demonstrate just how out of touch he is with reality. According to the National Institute On Drug Abuse, “Research into the effects of long-term cannabis use on the structure of the brain has yielded inconsistent results. It may be that the effects are too subtle for reliable detection by current techniques. "A similar challenge arises in studies of the effects of chronic marijuana use on brain function. Brain imaging studies in chronic users tend to show some consistent alterations, but their connection to impaired cognitive functioning is far from clear. "This uncertainty may stem from confounding factors such as other drug use, residual drug effects, or withdrawal symptoms in long-term chronic users. However, at this time, it is not clear whether marijuana use causes mental problems, exacer-
ish if this narcotic is legalized. The fact that it is illegal, believe it or not, keeps some kids from trying any drugs, period. The fact that it's illegal, gives our subconscious a little bit more reason not to do it. Sure it's natural, but not everything natural is here to benefit us. If you think it is, then go for a walk through some poison ivy or
bates them, or reflects an attempt to self-medicate symptoms already in existence.” In other words, the jury is out when the medical community is polled on the negative effects of marijuana use. As far as cancer causing elements in pot, research has shown that “a recent case-controlled study found no positive associations between marijuana use and lung, upper respiratory, or upper digestive tract cancers. Thus, the link between marijuana smoking and these cancers remains unsubstantiated at this time.” The most compelling arguments for the legalization of marijuana comes from former Canadian attorneys-general, mayor’s and police officers. According to a recent article in the Globe and Mail, “four former B.C. attorneys-general lent their voices to the campaign to legalize marijuana. They followed in the wake of Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson and three of his predecessors, all of who called for the same thing. Before them, it was an esteemed group of B.C. doctors specializing in drug policy. National associations representing police chiefs, doctors and lawyers have also called for the
stingy nettle plants. Go eat some wild mushroom varieties, that you shouldn't ingest. See how naturally rewarded you feel then. The recent activists that are promoting the legalization have all kinds of arguments for it, that make sense in some ways. However, if you legalize marijuana, what's next? The local politicians, (and thank you
decriminalization of marijuana”. If that isn’t enough, a recent national poll found that 66 per cent of Canadians think marijuana should be legalized; with 73 per cent British Columbians giving pot the nod. Isn’t it time to stop wasting police resources and move on to more meaningful legislation? Brent Applegath TIME CHANGE I would like to add my voice to that of G.C. Robertson who called for the elimination of the irksome routine of turning our clocks back and forth to accommodate some absurd edict. G.C.’s letter said it all. The best way to deal with this is to make it a political issue. I, for one will vote for the first candidate in my electoral district who promises to work to eliminate this nonsense. How about it candidates? Is anyone on board? Leona Lane INTERNET ACCESS I read on April 15 that Colin Mayes feels that Internet capability is ‘not that expensive’ or hey, just go to an Internet Cafe. Um, Colin, you need a computer to do that. The federal government has
Brian Quiring, I can't agree with council on this one either), are looking at it from mostly a money and numbers perspective. The activity associated with pot and such now is expensive for police to deal with. Here's the thing though, part of that is because so many people use it out there. People you wouldn't normally think of. And, like any other addiction, it becomes the most important thing you need to do for yourself at that moment that you feel the need. But if you think it gets used a lot now, see what happens if you legalize it. There will be a whole new set of problems and issues that will cost way more, and you think the government will honestly put all of this newfound legalized revenue back into those issues? Yeah right! Rory White
removed funding for Internet use for marginalized populations, the Senior's Centre in Vernon, kids couch surfing or in other situations, libraries and in rural centres, such as Lumby, where the Whitevalley Community Resource Centre plays a vital role. What about just establishing some funding priorities? They saved, don't hold your breath, about $100,000 locally. The federal government subsidizes oil companies to the tune of $1.4 billion every year, according to the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD), which together with provincial subsidies amount to $2.84 billion. Do they need it? I don't know where this is going to end or change. We have a government that cuts pennies by penalizing most those people who have no voice - people who are already struggling to make ends meet or need extra help. If you want to let someone in charge know what you think about removing the ‘Community Access Funding’, and if you can’t find Colin Mayes return address on his mail that has been mailed to you at taxpayer’s expense – or maybe there are budget cutbacks and this ‘free’ mail
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For most Canadians, the question is what to eat, not whether or not to eat. But for more then 850,000 men, women and children in Canada, getting enough to eat every day is often out of reach. During Hunger Awareness Week, the Salvation Army Food Bank is asking Canadians to see what it is like to not have access to enough food by giving up meals for a day or an important food staple for a week. One in 35 Canadians depends on the generosity of the community for their daily meals. “Take a look around you. Look at the man next to you on the bus, your next-door neighbour, the women beside you at the stop light, the children you see walking to school or your friends on Facebook. They could be starving for your help,” said David MacBain,
— David MacBain community ministries director, Salvation Army Food Bank. In 2011, the Vernon food bank served an average of 230 households every month. Multiply that by two or three people per home and that number becomes even more alarming. The food bank is now serving 40 per cent more people, or 800 more households than in 2008. These numbers do not include the 100 people who come just for bread every day. “Of great concern is that we continue to see that 32 per cent of those represented in our figures are children — slightly below the national average, but nonetheless something
we hate to see,” said MacBain. “That means that many children are hungry as they try to learn in school, and, as we all know, when you are hungry nothing else — including math and science — matters much.” The food bank thanks the many individuals and businesses that have supported its work over the past year. Superstore and the Wholesale Club, both Loblaw companies, and customers collected $2,500 during the biannual food drive. Shaw completes its four-week campaign to support local food banks by having people watch its YouTube video at www.vernonfoodbank.com. Click on the
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North Okanagan Valley Gleaners continue to feed the world. Using volunteer labour at a converted ginseng plant in Lavington, the Gleaners in 2012 bagged dried food product into 20,400 bags of dried soup mix, which equates to more than two million servings. “That food is all spoken for to countries such as Moldova, North Korea, Honduras, Nicaragua, Ukraine, Mozambique and Cambodia, to name a few,” said Gleaners board member Eileen Nogue. Close to one million servings were shipped out of the Gleaners Whitevale Road plant recently, headed for Romania. Approximately 165 barrels were shipped out, each one containing 60 bags of dehydrated food mix. “Each bag has enough content for 100 servings,” said Greg Stace, former plant manager. The Gleaners were offered the use of the former ginseng plant in the spring of 2008. After much volunteer labour to clean the plant and modify dehydrators and collect needed equipment, they began production of locally grown donated produce that was in excess of what the grower needed, at three days per week in July of 2010. “In January 2011 we bagged 12,000 bags of soup mix,” said Nogue. “One bag makes 100 servings of soup so that equates to 1.2 million servings of soup. We also bagged over 1,200 bags of dehydrated apples.” The food was distributed overseas through various mission agencies. Last year, the Gleaners steadily increased its work days to five days per week. The work day consists of starting at 8 a.m. and finishing around noon. The dehydrators work for approximately 20 hours. “We operate on volunteer labour, and average about 15 to 20 volunteers per day,” said Nogue. “We can always use more. Our volunteers are mostly seniors.” Gleaners help in other ways besides food. They collect and distribute medical equipment that is given up by local hospitals and health care facilities for distribution to Third World countries. The Lavington plant currently has enough equipment to fill five 40-foot containers. And while they have been offered more medical equipment, their current location is full. Therefore if anyone would like to assist the Gleaners and has storage space, they are encouraged to call Nogue at 250545-1672. They also operate a used furniture store in Vernon, taking donated products and selling them. The funds raised at the store are used to assist the Gleaners in their humanitarian efforts.
Sutton Lakefront Realty is excited to announce the addition of Mark Nichiporuk to our upbeat and team-spirited office! Mark, licensed for five years now, has spent most of that time specializing in project sales in beautiful destination locations such as Big White Resort, Fairmont Hot Springs and Sun Rivers Golf Resort. After tasting the beauty of other BC locations, Mark knows the North Okanagan is as good as it gets! “The lifestyle and weather is as close to perfect as can be found in Canada ! ” And, he should know; following his graduation from SFU, Mark spent 10 years marketing BC to the world! Come meet Mark & come discover why he is right at home with Sutton!
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Lake Country’s Bill Bosch, former president of the Oceola Fish and Game Club, was elected president of the B.C. Wildlife Federation at its 56th annual general meeting in Courtenay on the weekend. More than 250 delegations rubbed shoulders with, and heard talks from politicians such as Premier Christy Clark, Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson, Agriculture Minister Don McRae, local MPs and MLAs, mayors and government staff. Other speakers included marine biologist Alexandra Morton and Grand Chief Stewart Phillip. Although Bosch has been on the board for a number of years, including as vice-president the past year, he said being in the top position will be a learning
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The Armstrong Shamrocks wore a rut to the penalty box and giftwrapped a 9-6 win for the Kamloops Rattlers in Thompson Okanagan Senior Lacrosse League play Friday night at Nor-Val Sports Centre. The Rattlers jumped out to a two-goal lead on tallies by Travis Joseph and Nate Woldum. Armstrong answered with a goal by Jarrett Medhurst, but Kamloops kept coming hard on the powerplay, with Mark Jurista and JJ Woldum netting goals. Singles by Armstrong’s Braydon Sanders and Brett Heitman made it 4-3 Kamloops at the break. The Shamrocks earned 16 of their 51 total penalty minutes (the Rattlers had just 14 minutes total) in the second frame, and the Rattlers converted three times on the powerplay, two from Jurista and one by Nate Woldum. The Shamrocks responded with a shorthanded goal by Sanders. Said Armstrong head coach Glenn (Stumpy) Mitchell: “We were outplayed mentally tonight. They sucked us into penalties, and we got caught hook, line and sinker. We have to be able to control our emotions and play hard if we want to succeed.” Trailing by three heading into the third frame, the Shamrocks got a little momentum from Medhurst’s second of the night, however more penalty trouble for the Rocks led to powerplay goals by Jurista and Lee Black. Sanders scored once more for the Rocks. In other TOSLL action, the Kelowna Raiders overpowered the Vernon Tigers 13-4 in their Friday match-up at Wesbild Centre. Trevor McEachnie paced Vernon with a pair of goals. Jacob Illichmann (5+4), Chris Phillips (3+2) and Joe Brown (2+1) were the main threats for Kelowna. Despite the outcome, Tigers’ head coach Lawrie Skolrood is seeing positive signs in his team’s play.
The Portland Winterhawks buried four unanswered goals en route to a 5-1 thrashing of Curtis Lazar’s Edmonton Oil Kings in Game 2 of the Western Hockey League finals Friday night at Rexall Place. Vernon’s Lazar earned an assist on Kritians Pelss’s goal for the Kings in front of 10,720 fans, and was a plus-1. Sven Bartschi and Brendan Leipsic each pocketed a pair of goals for Portland, with Taylor Peters adding a single. Lazar, a 17-yearold rookie forward, was held pointless in Edmonton’s 3-2 win in Game 1 Thursday night at Rexall. Jordan Peddle, Rhett Rachinski and Martin Gernat provided Edmonton’s offence. Bartschi and Marcel Noebels answered for the Hawks. Game 3 goes tonight in Portland, with Game 4 slated for Tuesday.
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Tyler Plante (facing) of the Vernon Tigers winds up for a shot on netminder Graham Cousins of the Kelowna Raiders in Thompson Okanagan Senior Lacrosse League action Friday night at Wesbild Centre. “The score was somewhat misrepresentative of the level of play,” he said. “We’ve definitely seen an improvement after a couple practices.” The Tigers’ Robbie Short and Brennan Plante were ejected after a scuffle in front of the net. Meanwhile, in Junior B lacrosse action Thursday night, the baby Shamrocks played the host Kelowna Raiders to a 10-10 draw at Memorial Arena. The Shamrocks, short benched due to injuries and school commitments, carried the play as a result
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Rookie Roger Irvine was dominant at both ends of the field as Vernon Kal Tire stopped Summerland Rockets 4-2 in Okanagan Men’s 50+ Soccer League play Thursday night at Beasley Park in Lake Country. Irvine pulled the hat trick up front and also ruled the back line for part of the match, clearing one ball off the line with Summerland pressing hard for the equalizer in the second half. Irvine, who was fed some great balls by Mike Lloyd and Jim Sparrow, was named Shadow Alarms Man of the Match. Al Bensmiller scored the insurance tally, from Denis Chabot, for the Tiremen (3-1), who got some spectacular saves from keeper Geoff Bradbury.
The Silver Stars played to a 1-1 draw with West Kelowna at Marshall Field. The shortstaffed West Kelowna squad was bolstered with a couple of the Stars players, one being Rob Ross who tied the game. Scoring for the stars was Phil Fanfani, who finished on a well orchestrated passing play. The Rolling Stone Magazine Man of the Match for the Stars was stellar defender Bob Oldfield. The Stars are 1-1-2. Saskatchewan ladies boost NOU NOU used some summer Saskatchewan recruits in a 1-0 victory over Capri Insurance Brew Crew in North Okanagan Women’s Soccer Association Division 2 play Thursday night at Marshall Field #2. Keeper Sandy Thiessen and striker JenniLee Vellacott, here from the Prairies, along
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y high school-aged son, that Radulov should be dealt to the Max, and I were having Capitals since he has similar skills an engaging discussion and traits as Alex Ovechkin. on irony the other night. Turns out Rebutted Zaal Parsi, on NHL. he’s very intrigued by the subject in com: “Radulov and Ovi don’t have English class. similiar personalities. What... are I told him about my u smoking? Ovi is a true second cousin who won captain, leads by example, the lottery and died the does not break team rules next day. Then I brought and cheers and respects up the time I met the his teammates. Radulov woman of my dreams is none of the mentioned. and then met her dreamAnd u cant even compare boat hubby. Just two their skills. Ovi is like 4x examples of irony to help better than Radulov.” him understand. Added AyeTee46: The current irony in “Doesn’t really matter who Kevin Mitchell the NHL playoffs surwins this series, they’ll get rounds those silly curfew-breakers, bounced in the conference finals by Alexander Radulov and Andrei the beast that is Jonathan Quick!” Kostitsyn, of the Nashville Predators. And from MRoglethorpe2: With the Canucks out of the play- “Gutsy move. Nashville isn’t going to offs, the Hot Stove League and water win with offence. They got here with cooler talk in my world revolves defence. Tootoo adds that edge they around Radulov and Kostitsyn. were lacking. Go Preds.” They aren’t the first NHLers to Benjamin2 chipped in with: close down a pub, but they may be “Thank you Trotzy. Great decision!” the first modern-day players to do so during a playoff run. Of course, staying out until 4 a.m. Nominations are now being in a Phoenix bar at a hotel, where sought for the 2011-12 North most of the media covering the Okanagan athletes representing the series, were calling home, wasn’t a best in sports. wise choice. Guess they don’t watch Categories include: Athlete and NBC or TSN. Team of the Year, and Leadership in The irony here is that while Sports. Radulov, a Russian, and Kostitsyn, Viper captain David Robinson from Belarus, were out having a few won the athlete award last year, joindrinks, right winger Jordin Tootoo ing a dynamic list which includes the was at home sleeping. Tootoo, who likes of Sonja Gaudet, Chris Baryla, has been sober for a year, drew into Jackie Little, Camille Martens, Kim the Nashville lineup in Game 3 and Exner and Brad Larsen. added a strong physical presence. Residents may choose candidates Vernon summer resident Barry for these three categories by fillTrotz is getting more praise than ing out a nomination form on the heat, in social media circles, for web at www.northokanaganathlete. scratching Radulov and Kostitsyn com. The deadline for nomination in Games 3 and 4. Left winger Matt is May 31. Nomination papers can Halischuk also made his series debut be dropped off at any Tim Hortons, in the third game. sponsor of the annual awards since The Predators, who also brought 2007. in country superstar Charlie Daniels Local media from The Morning as a Game 3 performer to get the Star, SUN-FM and KISS-FM do the crowd going bonkers, will be asked judging. by many fans to send Radulov The North Okanagan Athlete of back to the KHL and perhaps deal the Year was started by the Funtastic Kostitsyn to the Carolina Hurricanes. Sports Society in 1993-94. NHLer The curfew violation makes a Brent Gilchrist was honoured that mockery of the game, which most first year. A Team of the Year was people assume is played by dedicated added two years later and went to and committed millionaires, considthe Vernon Vipers. ering the prices most teams charge The inaugural Leadership winfor tickets. ner last year was John Topping, the The pub crawl has also sparked founder of Funtastic. additional debate on Russians in the NHL. Do they really care about winning the Stanley Cup? The Vipers, who missed the “There is a reason NHL teams are BCHL playoffs for the first time in scared of drafting and depending on more than a decade, will have a new Russians, and what happened last assistant coach next season. Saturday night in Phoenix is Exhibit Head coach/GM Jason A,” Hockey Night in Canada’s Elliotte Williamson has released Chris Shaw, Friedman wrote on April 25. who worked alongside Williamson For the record, the number of last season, his first in Vernon. Russian skaters in the postseason hit Shaw previously was a head coach a high of 30 in 2000 but has averof the KIJHL Nelson Leafs. aged just 13 a season since the 2004 Williamson will make the official lockout. announcement this week after a One fan named phreddy8751 vacation in Disneyland. He also has wrote on NHL.com before Game 4 some major recruiting news.
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SPALL BUSINESS LADIES NIGHT MAY 2 FLIGHT A Low Gross: Wendy Giger 42 (Retro) Low Net: Laura Guidi 33 2nd Net: Sheryll Bissell 36 Long Drive: Tara Brown FLIGHT B Low Gross: Cheryl Watson 46 Low Net: Naidene Shannon 35 2nd Net: Vicky Midtdal 36.5 Long Drive: Janet Kuhn FLIGHT C Low Gross: Cheryl Parker 49 Low Net: Gwen Langley 37 2nd Net: Chris Panasiuk 37.5 Long Drive: Penny Gallaher FLIGHT D Low Gross: Cheryl Fisher 48 Low Net: Patsy Osachoff 36 2nd Net: Katie Marshall 37 Long Drive: Laurie Kitchen NO HANDICAP Winner: Louise Burton Long Drive: Terry McCartney Cooper Boyd Patterson Group: Susan Briggs Kari Fuhr @ Evolve Studio: Brown Least Putts: Colette Burns 15 KP: #3: Laurie Arthur #7: Renata Zimmerman SPALL LADIES DAY – MAY 2 FIRST FLIGHT 0-22 Low Gross: Sigi Bentham 89 Low Net: Carolyn Berube 72 2nd Net: Jean Bushey 74 3rd Net: Nancy Laframboise 76 SECOND FLIGHT 23-26 Low Gross: Marj Griffin 97 Low Net: Diane Oakden 72R 2nd Net: Marg Wild 72R 3rd Net: Barb Logan 74 THIRD FLIGHT 27-29 Low Gross: Celine Lockert 98 Low Net: Kathryn Patton 71 2nd Net: Jill Gerhardt 73 3rd Net: Rena Ransom 78 FOURTH FLIGHT 30+ Low Gross: Anne Kelly 105 Low Net: Pat Haigh 74 2nd Net: Keiko Nomura 75 3rd Net: Lou Luknowsky 78 Deuces: #12: Helen Jagow; #17: Marsha Allen, Linda MacLeod VERNON MEN’S NIGHT – MAY 2 0-9 HANDICAP Low Gross: Ken Friesen 75 Low Net: John Doyle 69 2nd Gross: Greg Betts 77 2nd Net: Peter Smith 70 3rd Net: Doug Smith 72R 4th Net: John Martin 72R 10-13 HANDICAP Low Gross: Al Craig 78 Low Net: Gary VanDenBerghe 68 2nd Gross: Brian Usher 80 2nd Net: Herb Willms 69 3rd Net: Tim Ouellette 70 4th Net: Peter Murray 71 14-16 HANDICAP Low Gross: John Brkich 80 Low Net: Clive Lee 64 2nd Gross: Bruce Kerr 2nd Net: John Pringle 69 3rd Net: Dave Merklinger 71R 4th Net: John Guest 71R 17+ HANDICAP Low Gross: Jim Chapman 83 Low Net: Jim Belot 64
2nd Gross: Dan Bulford 85 2nd Net: Gabe Brunello 67R 3rd Net: Ray Stafford 67R 4th Net: Cliff Smith 68 9 HOLE Low Gross: Jason Bilodeau 38 Low Net: Ian Laidlaw 33.5 2nd Gross: Paul Toovey 39R 2nd Net: Ed Tonner 34.5 DEUCES 0-13 Handicap, Hole #5: Ron Schwab, Betts, Friesen 14+ Handicap, Hole #3: Jack Fife SPALL MENS NIGHT – MAY 1 BLUE TEES 0-8 HANDICAP Low gross: JP Duranleau 73 Low net: Warren Fredrickson 69 Low gross front: Paul Reid 37 Low net front: Tyler Galenzoski 35 Low gross back: Dave Gray 37 Low net back: Randy Strang 34 Deuces: Don Howe, Sheldon Kubbernus, $20 each BLUE TEES 9-12 Low gross: Dave Bissell 77 Low net: Charlie Briskham 69 Low gross front: Bob Slonski, Dick Regier, Colin O’Hara 42 Low net front: John Stewart 35 Low gross back: Don Redgwell 37 Low net back: Al Graydon 32 Deuces: Stewart, $60 BLUE TEES 13+ Low gross: Gerry Reynard 81 Low net: Tim Wild, Clay Anderson 71 Low gross front: Tom Gordon 41 Low net front: Doug Patton, Doug Hiebert 36 Low gross back: Hagen Klose, Lawrie Jenner 42 Low net back: Wally Okrainec 34 WHITE TEES 14+ Low gross: Ivan Legrandeur 82 Low net: Ken Jantz 66 Low gross front: Bernie Stayer 42 Low net front: Rob Thompson 32 Low gross back: Jim Arthur, Gary Corke, Harry Bowker, Brent Przybille 41 Low net back: Tosh Oizumi 33 Deuces: Rob Thompson, $65 ROYAL YORK LADIES WINNERS MAY 1 FLIGHT A Low Gross: Sandy Melvin 43 Low Net: Heather Mason 37 Long Drive: Sandy Bennett FLIGHT B Low Gross: Blanche Delanoy 45 Low Net: Sue Weiss 34 Long Drive: Weiss FLIGHT C Low Gross: Angie Dauncey 41 Low Net: Alma Marshall 35 Long Drive: Dauncey FLIGHT D Low Gross: Kim Schwaerzle 51 Low Net: Thea Luttmerding Long Drive: Diane Honeybourne FLIGHT FOR FUN Winner: Theresa Stolla Long Drive: Jeanette Ullrich KPs: 2nd Shot: Bennett; #2: Bennett; #7: Delanoy Deuces: B Par: Marilynn Arrowsmith, Lynne Bear Hidden Hole: 15 winners Least Putts: Delanoy, Dauncey 14 Longest Putt: Tina Smith
BASKETBALL - Vernon Basketball Association hosting spring camps, focusing on individual skills and generating scoring opportunities. Camps led by top North Okanagan coaches. To register, visit www.vernonbasketball.ca, or contact Lonny Mazurak at lmazurak@ vernonbasketball.ca. FLOOR HOCKEY - Drop-in ($5) floor hockey for players ages 16 and over goes Sundays from 2-4 p.m. at Priest Valley Gym. FOOTBALL - Vernon Minor Football hosting sports day/ combine, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., May 26 at Grahame Park. Open to athletes from all sports, ages 7-18. Features events to test football skills and others just for fun. Visit www.vernonfootball.ca for more information. SOCCER - Rec Services is taking registration for Little Kickers 4-5-year-olds) soccer which goes Monday or Friday from 1-2 p.m. The Li’l Kickers camp goes July 16-20 for 3-6-year-olds. Call 545-6035 or register in person at the rec centre or Wesbild Centre. TRACK & FIELD - The Vernon Triple AAA Track and Field Club trains Monday and Wednesday nights from 6-7:30 and Saturday from 10 a.m.-noon at Polson Park. Club caters to athletes aged nine and up. New members welcome. TRACK & FIELD - Thompson Okanagan Zone 2 trials for the B.C. Summer Games goes May 19-21 at the Tournament Capital Centre (910 McGill Road). For 1997–98 born athletes. Visit www. bcgames.org, or contact Zone 2 rep Roberta at rltetlock@ shaw.ca.
POKER PIRANA POKER TOUR NORTH OKANAGAN REGION PLAYER PTS Paul Nicholas 18,067 David Yates 16,918 Erin Brewer 15,983 Vicki Oberst 12,350 Steve Campbell 12,054 TEAM Busted Flush 20,133 Hard Muckers 19,664 Watch & Learn 19,299
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Nominee must be an athlete who has represented NORD in the qualifying year. In this case the year, 2011/12. The nominee should be a citizen in good standing and represented his or her sport at a high level. The nominee can have either pro or amateur status. Closing date for nominations is June 1/2012.
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YOU AND THE LAW WHEN COULD A PAY CUT AMOUNT TO JOB DISMISSAL? By Janice Mucalov, LL.B. In B.C., the relationship between you, as an employee, and your boss is basically one of contract, even though usually there’s no written employment contract. Typically, you’re hired for a position to perform certain duties, and in return, you get a certain level of compensation and benefits. Often the intent is for the employment to be permanent, meaning it’s for an indefinite term. But what happens if, perhaps due to a bad economy or for other reasons, your employer decides to cut your compensation? Must you live with that, or do you have other options?
bank’s securities arm as an investment adviser, where her compensation was partly commission-based (including trailer fees). But her employment relationship there deteriorated over time. Ms. P found herself in conflict with a new manager at the securities arm, and she complained of inadequate trailer fee payments and other issues. After going on disability, she ultimately refused to return to work when her demands for returning were not met, claiming she had been constructively dismissed. Her employer eventually paid her $2,000 in overdue trailer fees, but she calculated it should have been $6,000.
The question is often complicated by other factors. For example, there may also be a change in employment duties (which you might view as a demotion), or there may be bad blood between you and a new manager, etc. In such a case, the court will look at all the circumstances, sometimes called the “factual matrix,” and assess whether your employer has imposed (without reasonable notice to Nick you) such a substantial change that it goes to the heart of the contractual relationship and amounts to a breach of a fundamental term of the contract. If so, and you don’t accept this fundamental breach of contract, you’re entitled to treat yourself as unjustly fired (or “constructively dismissed”) – and you’ll be entitled to financial compensation for your loss or damages. A 2009 case in the B.C. Supreme Court dealt with this issue, shedding light on when a pay cut may amount to a constructive dismissal. Ms. P sued a bank and its securities arm. She had 24 years experience in the financial services industry when she joined the bank at 43. Following a re-organization about a year later, she accepted a position at the
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The B.C. Supreme Court decided on this point that any difference between her calculation of what she was owed and the bank’s calculation only came to about 4% of her total compensation (her earnings had averaged about $100,000 annually). That alone wasn’t enough to make it a fundamental breach or constructive dismissal. Neither did the other things Ms. P claimed as reasons to justify her constructive dismissal claim.
The court referred to other cases and observed that, in general, a pay cut of more than 20% is ordinarily enough to allow an employee to treat himself or herself as fired and sue for constructive dismissal. But a pay cut of up to 9 or 10% isn’t usually enough on its own to be considered a fundamental breach. A pay cut of 14 to 17% might or might not be, depending on the particular factual matrix. If your pay package is reduced, you should be mindful that, while a pay cut is an important factor, it’s only one of many factors a court will look at in assessing whether there’s been a fundamental breach amounting to constructive dismissal. Seek legal advice if deciding how you should proceed. This column has been written with the assistance of Allan • Francis • Pringle LLP. The column provides information only and must not be relied on for legal advice. Please contact Nick Vlahos of Allan • Francis • Pringle LLP for legal advice concerning your particular case.
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in the recovery of the marketplace. It would be better to wait until prices rise again. There are a number of statistics that make me and others optimistic enough to predict that prices may begin to show increases within the next couple of years. Do I think prices will rise sharply? No, I don’t. But, I do believe better times may be in the foreseeable future. To my readers: I have written this
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are not in total control of matters, they will simply control you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Don’t allow yourself to get caught in the middle of two warring friends. You wouldn’t be able to help at all, plus you’d get hammered from both sides. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Take nothing for granted in negotiating a competitive development. If your opposition has more going for him or her than you surmise, you could get in way over your head. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) There is a good chance that you’ll be far more vulnerable than usual to high-pressure sales pitches. If this is the case, you could impulsively do something that would prove costly. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) When it comes to issues about which you feel strongly, be extra careful about expressing them when confronted by someone who holds equally strong opposing viewpoints. Keep mum.
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Bridge by Phillip Alder SWIM WITH THE DUCKS TO MAKE A CONTRACT Douglas Adams, the English author of “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy,” which started as radio scripts and turned into a multimedia phenomenon, said, “If it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, we have at least to consider the possibility that we have a small aquatic bird of the family Anatidae on our hands.” That ought to be a big enough hint to this deal. Against three no-trump, West leads a fourth-highest heart seven and East puts up the jack. What should South do? The auction was straightforward. North would
have tried to find a club fit only if his hand were strong enough to contemplate a slam. (We prefer three notrump to five of a minor because we have to win two fewer tricks to gain the game bonus. But small slams and grand slams are 12 and 13 tricks, regardless of the strain.) With 29 combined highcard points and a strong fivecard suit in the dummy, it looks as though declarer will make this contract as easily as a duck takes to water. But there is a nasty trap. Imagine declarer takes the first trick and runs his club jack. East grabs the trick and returns his remaining heart, West taking four tricks in the suit for down one. Now go back to the first
trick and duck it. What happens then? The contract must make. At the worst, South would lose three hearts (with hearts 4-3 and West ducking the second round of the suit) and one club. Here, declarer cuts the defenders’ communication and ends with at least 10 tricks.
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Vernon Lawn Bowling Club members Richard Prys-Jones (left), Bill Aldag, Irene Prys-Jones, Don Whitnack, Jack Phillips and Dawn Perkins are polishing their bowls in readiness for their open day and start of the 2012 season on their Polson Park bowling green on May 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public is welcome and all equipment, except for flat shoes, is provided. For more details, see www. vernonlawnbowlingclub.com or call 250-503-5524.
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offers old bones natural relief and a feeling of well being that produces a feeling of vitality. We still may be limping but there is a spring to our step and a lift to our spirit. Being able to swim in warm water every day certainly helps to combat severe arthritis as well. I felt so good my last week in Florida that I managed to walk more than a mile, aided by my trusty walker, at one of my favourite everglades spots, Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and Audubon Center, one of the oldest nature preserves in Florida. Fourteen separate conservation organizations and the National Audubon Society consolidated this last stand of black cypress in America in 1954 to become this modern day 6,080 acre refuge, home for a great variety of plants, birds and animals of the
everglades. On our stroll along the boardwalk through the preserve we saw few birds and animals at this dry season of the year until we came to the Lettuce Lakes, only one large dark pond now, surrounded Pat Black by cypress and vegetation. There the show began. Two large alligators, half submerged in the water, moved slowly scouting for fish while three small baby gators played in the roots of a nearby mangrove tree. Four large wood storks sat in the top of another cypress tree watching the shenanigans while a great blue heron and a great egret patrolled the shore, making limpkins and white ibis move out of their way. Little blue herons, white and glossy ibis played to the audience and finally watching an alligator catching and chomping on a huge fish as the wood
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storks flew down to watch, ended this amazing performance. Bravo to all the players and those wonderful people at Corkscrew who keep it safe for all of us. Today I am in Toronto where it is warm but overcast. Yesterday was sunny and bright as we watched the jays and cardinals flit in and out of the bushes from the back porch. A red and black squirrel played “king-of-the-castle” as one launched itself from a lilac branch to the top of the bird feeder knocking the other to the ground. Then the other would in turn repeat the process until they got tired and moved on. I am staying at my son, Chris’s place, in Aurora, just north of Toronto. An idyllic location whose backyard backs on to a small well-treed park and has many birds as residents. Three anxious parents and a doggy grandma also watched the newest
edition to our family, a three month old Kerry Blue puppy named Quincy, gambol about on the grass chasing a ball and trying to eat a stick. She reminded me of a little black lamb with her curly hair and huge black eyes that suck you in with their innocence and trust. She certainly has my attention and instant love. What fools we become for our dogs. Meanwhile back at the ranch, some information recently discussed at City Council reminds us that most major banks have a policy to absorb or reduce bank charges for people over 60 years old. Some banks remove these charges automatically when you turn 60 and some do not. So check and see if you are being charged and if you are, see your bank representative to review their policy and have charges removed. If you have comments or questions you can e-mail me at blackmail1@telus.net
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Spring has sprung and it’s time to dust off your shovels, rakes and pruners. What better way to start the gardening season than brushing up on your composting skills. Learn how to successfully use your backyard composter to maximize your yield of natural soil enricher at Xerindipity Garden’s first Workshop of 2012. The Backyard Composting 101 workshop will be hosted May 12 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Xerindipity Garden, next to the Okanagan Science Centre at 2704 Highway 6. All ages welcome. No registration required. The workshop is ideal for beginner backyard compost users or anyone looking for tips, tricks and troubleshooting on topics such as what combination of materials need to be added and how to care for your composter.
Dave Weatherill of Briteland will be facilitating the workshop and he encourages all attendees to bring their questions. For more information, contact the Regional District of North Okanagan at 250550-3700. As you spring into gardening season, Vernon Communities in Bloom reminds you to nominate someone, or enter, the Community Landscape and Garden Contest. The deadline is 4 p.m. July 2 for the contest which recognizes individuals, businesses, and youth who beautify their community through gardening and stewardship efforts. Regardless of their expertise in landscape design or gardening, individuals are invited to enter this contest or nominate someone whose efforts contribute to beautifying our community. The contest is open to residents of Vernon,
Coldstream, Swan Lake, the Commonage, BX Silverstar and Westside Okanagan Lake (Electoral Areas B and C). Entry forms are available at Vernon city hall, Art Knapp Plantland, Swan Lake Nursery Land and the Vernon Landscape Centre. Drop off completed entry forms at the sponsors’ locations or enter online at www.vernon. ca/communities_in_ bloom/garden_contest_ rules.html Five businesses and organizations have sponsored the following categories: Vernon Landscape Centre sponsors the Business and Commercial category; Art Knapp Plantland sponsors the residential patio/deck category; Swan Lake Nurseryland sponsors the residential yard category; Food Action Society sponsors the edible garden category and new sponsor Element Eco-Design sponsors the Youth garden category.
Judging of shortlisted gardens takes place July 12 and 13, with date/ location of the awards event to be announced. But before you get digging into spring, physiotherapists encourage gardeners to stay pain and injury free. “If you like to garden but want to avoid common gardening injuries and sore muscles, it’s best to start and finish your day in the garden with a gentle warm up
and some stretching,” said Rebecca Tunnacliffe, CEO of the Physiotherapy Association of B.C. “By following our Phsyio-4 tips you can minimize injury, alleviate pain and get the most enjoyment out of your day in the garden.” 1. Begin with a warm-up. 2. Be aware of posture and body mechanics. 3. Be ergonomically correct. 4. Pace Yourself.
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City of Vernon PUBLIC NOTICE “City of Vernon Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw (City Centre District) Bylaw Number 5362, 2012” Pursuant to Section 226 of the Community Charter, the City of Vernon intends to establish a Revitalization Tax Exemption Program for the City Centre District area, as shown in the map below. The details of the bylaw are as follows: 1. The reasons for, and objectives of, the Revitalization Tax Exemption Program are to encourage the construction of new buildings and exterior alterations and improvements of existing buildings within the City Centre District. 2. The Revitalization Tax Exemption Program is intended to accomplish the community’s objectives outlined in the City Centre Neighbourhood Plan, which forms part of the Official Community Plan, by providing property tax relief to property owners who undertake eligible construction within the City Centre District. 3. A property owner must enter into a Revitalization Tax Exemption Agreement with the City of Vernon that determines the conditions for eligibility for a specific property. The kinds of properties and development that will be eligible for tax exemptions under the program are as follows: i. Construction of New Buildings Properties that are the subject of a Building Permit for a new building having a permit value, as determined by the Manager of Building and Inspections, of $200,000.00 or greater, where the Building Permit was issued between the date of adoption of this bylaw and December 31, 2014 and an occupancy permit is issued on or before December 31, 2016 are eligible for the program, subject to conditions. ii. Additions to Existing Buildings Properties that are the subject of a Building Permit for an addition to an existing building having a permit value, as determined by the Manager of Building and Inspections, of $50,000.00 or greater, where the Building Permit was issued between the date of adoption of this bylaw and December 31, 2014 and an occupancy permit is issued on or before December 31, 2016. New construction must add additional commercial, industrial or institutional space and/or an additional dwelling unit or secondary suite to an existing building. iii. Exterior and Interior Renovations to Existing Buildings Properties that are the subject of a Building Permit and or a Development Permit Minor where the project does not increase floor space and have a permit value, as determined by the Manager of Building and Inspections, of $25,000.00 or greater, where the permit was issued between the date of adoption of “City of Vernon Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw (City Centre District) Bylaw Number 5362, 2012”, and December 31, 2014 and the work is completed on or before December 31, 2016. 4. All construction and development must conform to the land use designations and policies in the City Centre Neighbourhood Plan to be eligible for the program. Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Institutional uses are all eligible types of development under the program. 5. Properties currently subject to a revitalization tax exemption under this program are ineligible for an additional revitalization tax exemption. 6. The extent of the tax exemption available under this program is the municipal portion of the tax increase directly attributable to the increase in assessed value of the land and improvements between the highest assessment, of the previous two years, prior to the start of construction and the year the project is completed. 7. The amount of the tax exemption that may be provided under this bylaw in any year is calculated as follows: • Years 1-5: 100% of the increased assessed value • Year 6: 80% of the increased assessed value • Year 7: 60% of the increased assessed value • Year 8: 40% of the increased assessed value • Year 9: 20% of the increased assessed value • Year 10: 10% of the increased assessed value 8. The maximum term of a tax exemption under this bylaw is 10 years. For more information on the Revitalization Tax Exemption Program, please visit the City of Vernon website at www.vernon.ca, or contact Rob Miles by email at rmiles@vernon.ca or by phone at 250-550-3634.
PUBLIC NOTICE “City of Vernon Revitalization Tax Exemption Bylaw (Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre) Bylaw Number 5363, 2012” Pursuant to Section 226 of the Community Charter, the City of Vernon intends to establish a Revitalization Tax Exemption Program for the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre area, as shown in the map below. The details of the bylaw are as follows:
1. The reasons for, and objectives of, the Revitalization Tax Exemption Program are to encourage development and construction of new buildings within the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre area. 2. The Revitalization Tax Exemption Program is intended to accomplish the community’s objectives outlined in the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre Plan, which forms part of the Official Community Plan, by providing property tax relief to property owners who undertake eligible construction within the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre area. 3. A property owner must enter into a Revitalization Tax Exemption Agreement with the City of Vernon that determines the conditions for eligibility for a specific property. Properties that are the subject of a Building Permit for a new building having a permit value, as determined by the Manager of Building and Inspections, of $500,000.00 or greater, where the Building Permit was issued between the date of adoption of this bylaw and December 31, 2014 and an occupancy permit is issued on or before December 31, 2016 are eligible for the program, subject to conditions. 4. All construction and development must conform to the land use designations and policies in the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre Plan to be eligible for the program. The construction of single detached housing is excluded from the program, even where permitted in the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre Plan. 5. Properties currently subject to a revitalization tax exemption under this program are ineligible for an additional revitalization tax exemption. 6. The extent of the tax exemption available under this program is the municipal portion of the tax increase directly attributable to the increase in assessed value of the land and improvements between the highest assessment, of the previous two years, prior to the start of construction and the year the project is completed. 7. The amount of the tax exemption that may be provided under this bylaw in any year is calculated as follows: • Years 1-5: 100% of the increased assessed value • Year 6: 80% of the increased assessed value • Year 7: 60% of the increased assessed value • Year 8: 40% of the increased assessed value • Year 9: 20% of the increased assessed value • Year 10: 10% of the increased assessed value 8. The maximum term of a tax exemption under this bylaw is 10 years. For more information on the Revitalization Tax Exemption Program, please visit the City of Vernon website at www.vernon.ca, or contact Rob Miles by email at rmiles@vernon.ca or by phone at 250-550-3634.
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(Front from left) Rick Fairbairn, chair of the White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Committee; Tannis Nelson, RDNO Parks, Recreation and Culture representative; Tom Kadla, Village administrator; Kevin Acton, Lumby Mayor; receive a $30,000 donation from Elinor Warner, Lumby Lions’ president, and members of the Lions towards a new fitness and spray park.
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Lumby won’t be drowning in debt for a new spray park, thanks to another significant donation. The Lumby Lions have contributed $30,000 to the Village of Lumby and the Regional District for the planned Adult Fitness Park and Spray Park to be built in Lumby. The Village of Lumby recently received $348,258 from the province’s Community Recreation Program grant to construct the adult fitness equipment and spray park. The total project cost to build both the facilities is $435,000. With the contribution from the Lumby Lions Club, and a recent donation from another community group, Teddy’s Devils Martin’s Angels, for close to $30,000, the commitment from the White Valley tax payers will be approximately $27,000. This cost has already been included and approved in the 2012 White Valley Parks, Recreation and Culture budget, so the construction will not result in any additional increases to tax payers. The facilities are identified in the Oval Park master plan, which was developed and adopted last year, and there was significant community support expressed for both of the facilities during the development of the plan. Both facilities are multigenerational and will enhance the park, which is
already a cornerstone of recreation for the White Valley community. There will be a public input session held at the White Valley Community Centre May 17 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., where the community will have the opportunity to help select the equipment for the adult fitness park. There will be a similar public input session coming up for the spray park. For more information contact the Regional District Community Development coordinator at 250-5503700. Mother’s Day Specials M Sunday, May 13th - ALL DAY F Free Dessert for Mothers
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Notice is hereby given that City Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of interested persons who deem their interest in property affected by the belowmentioned bylaw at 5:30 pm on Monday, May 14, 2012, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, BC: BYLAW #5366 (ZON00193) Location: 7433 Brooks Lane (See map at right) Legal Description: Lot 2, Plan 11990, Sec. 19 & 30, Twp. 9, ODYD Applicant: Jason Shortt Present Zoning: R1 — Estate Lot Residential Proposed Zoning: C10A — Tourist Commercial and Residential Purpose: To rezone the property in order to legalize an existing duplex sited on the property. Enquiries relative to the above proposed bylaw should be directed to the Planning Department, located at City Hall, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, BC or by calling 250-550-3634. Copies of the bylaw and relevant background documents are available for inspection during normal business hours (8:30 am - 4:30 pm), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays) from May 7 to May 14, 2012. Any correspondence relating to this application can be delivered to the Corporate Officer, City of Vernon, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5E6 or by sending an email to phearings@vernon.ca. All correspondence and petitions received between May 6, 2012 (the date of notification) and 3:00 pm on Monday, May 14, 2012 shall be copied and circulated to the mbmers of City Council for consideration before the Public Hearing. Any submissions received after 3:00 pm on Monday, May 14, 2012 will not be accepted. Correspondence and emails must include your name and civic address. You may present your verbal submissions and speaking notes at the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may appoint an agent to act on your behalf. NO REPRESENTATION WILL BE RECEIVED BY COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C. • 250-545-1361 • e-mail: admin@vernon.ca
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Shelley Zupp, her husband JC Colvin and kids Tianna and Landon Colvin, aka“The Colvin Crew,� take a rest stop during a hike in El Salvador. The family is travelling around the world to see God’s creation, connect with family heritage, positively impact the world, experience different cultures and share the spirit of Christ with others. cliff-jump from the top! Of course there are other lower areas where you can jump into the nice warm water, but be aware, some unlucky people have lost their lives from slipping off the top and landing on some of the rocks below. You can even go under the falls, and then gracefully dive into the water. When you get too hot, you go swim in the ocean. But you have to watch out for the Red Tide. It makes the sea look muddy and you can smell it from the road, so what is it? Believe it or not, it’s the billions and billions of plankton. They give off a sort of algae that takes all the oxygen out of the water, killing a lot of fish, eels and clams. Don’t go surfing when there is Red Tide! Making a trip up to Gumbo Limbo is a good idea, if you want to see what the ocean looks like from high up. After watching a surf competition or two, you can rent a car and head inland to La Fortuna and see the Arenal Volcano and Lake, which last erupted 10 years ago. You can also check in to The Eco Lodge, where you can have an amazing home made meal, or take a guided tour with Ulises Alarez around the very interesting rain forest where you can learn about plants, trees and mammals. After you’ve made friends with all the animals, including the horses that you can also take a tour on, it may be time to go down the mountain to Areanal Hostel Resort were they provide a pool, rooms, bathroom and kitchen. Make sure you go to the amazing hot spring called Los Laurales, which is $10 per person, but it is better than the hot springs across the street where they are $30 per person. They are called Baldi and they are very touristy and commercialized. They do offer cannoning and slides, but the cost is way too high. If you really want to go cannoning, you can go
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B.C. celebrates Asian Heritage Month JOHN YAP Special to The Morning Star
May is Asian Heritage Month, and I’m pleased to celebrate the contributions of AsianCanadians to shaping our province and making it what it is today. This recognition acknowledges the long and rich history of Asian Canadians and gives all
British Columbians a chance to learn and experience the many unique aspects of Asian culture. From working in factories to leading major business and academic establishments, AsianCanadians have helped build our province socially, politically, economically and culturally. The Asian-Canadian
community represents many languages, ethnicities and religious traditions. Each makes its distinctive contribution to B.C.’s rich multicultural and diverse tapestry. Our multicultural and multi-lingual society is one of our province’s strengths. This remarkable diversity allows us to promote our multi-
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cultural workforce to international companies looking to invest in the province and create jobs for B.C. workers. While the definition of “Asian” is fairly broad and inclusive, Asian Heritage Month celebrates people who come from, or whose ancestors come from, East Asia-China, Hong Kong, Japan, Mongolia, North Korea, South Korea, Taiwan; South AsiaBangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives,Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka; Central AsiaAfghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan; Southeast Asia-Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. As part of Multiculturalism Week, the provincial Nesika Awards are presented to an organization, an individual, a youth and a business that contribute to enhancing respect and embracing B.C.’s diverse cultures.Nominations are now open. More information can be found at: www.EmbraceBC.ca I encourage everyone to learn more about Asian-Canadians’ vibrant history and celebrate their contributions. John Yap is B.C.’s Minister of State for Multiculturalism.
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lifetime when needed. To mothers who make the child down the street as welcome in their home as they would be at their own, who set an extra plate. To mothers who stay up all night walking the halls, who learned to sing so their babies would sleep, or hummed their way through the baby rock when the little one couldn’t settle. To moms who advocate for their children. To mothers who taught their children to read and love books, to those who helped with homework, projects and plays. To those who went back to school to help their families and themselves. To moms who teach right from wrong, about kindness, empathy, hard work, discipline, persistence and to follow your dreams, to feel joy, peace with nature, and to do your laundry. To moms who learned to drive, sew, dance, play soccer, skate, ski, coach, the names of all the dinosaurs, to pick up snakes and reptiles, to repair a toilet. To moms who built forts, delivered speeches or wrote letters to the prime minister because that was important and would make a difference for their child or someone else’s. To moms who work at home, and out of the home and those who do both. To
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The Annual Okanagan Equine Breeders Showcase takes place May 12 to 13 at the Armstrong Fairgrounds with a multitude of events for equine enthusiasts from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. It promises to be an educational weekend for all. Keynote speaker is Alberta’s renowned Judy Wardrope, a nationally recognized expert in the field of equine conformation and evaluation, presenting a two-day clinic on how conformation relates to a horse’s ability to perform. A variety of horse breeds will be presented for comparison, and riders and their mounts will be critiqued on the riding discipline they
have chosen (such as jumping, reining, barrel racing, dressage). In B.C., Wardrope has presented at Horse Council BC’s annual conference, one in Kelowna and the other in Delta, with sold out crowds. There is a fee charged for this clinic. Come out and watch the Versatility Ranch Horse Competition, one of the fastest growing segments of Western riding competitions in the world. This event is fun and it invites riders of any skill level to come out and play cowboy with a chance at winning. Demonstrations over the two days include: Daryl Gibb of Nighthawk Ranch on “Starting the Young Horse;” Lenox and
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How to magically get more money for your trade-in at a car dealership Okay, maybe it is not quite magic but getting a few extra bucks out of a car dealer is like pulling a rabbit out of a hat. There are some easy ways to ensure you get top dollar for your trade-in at the local dealership and they really don’t take much time or money. 1) Make sure your car is clean. It doesn’t need to be spotless; it just needs to look like you care about it. Remove old candy wrappers, clean up the coffee spills and take out any of the clutter. 2) Bring in your service records. If you have your servicing records and they show regular maintenance it helps build value in your trade and puts the dealers mind at ease knowing they won’t have to spend a whole bunch on fixing your trade. 3) Be realistic on what you want. If you come in with a realistic figure in mind it is easier to get the dealer to agree with you. If you ask for a huge “pie in the sky” numbers, most dealers will just stand their ground and not show you as much flexibility. These three simple things should help you get a little more for your trade and save you some money. If you have a question, you would like to see answered in this article, send an email to carguy@sentes.com - Brian Westwell. Brian Westwell is the General Manager of Vernon Nissan and has over 12 years of automobile sales, finance, lease and automotive dealership management experience.
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250-545-1019 Mothers Day Tour and Tea Saturday, May 12th at 2 pm or Sunday, May 13th at 2 pm Experience Mothers Day Tour and Tea at Mackie Lake House on with Christine Pilgrim as Grace Mackie. Treat your mother, your friends or yourself to this unique tour of art, antiques and history and then enjoy Tea and treats on the veranda. Tickets for this event are $25 per person. Please make your reservation at mackiehouse@shaw.ca or by calling 250-545-1019.
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Community Calendar ANNUAL HIKE FOR HOSPICE The North Okanagan Hospice Society’s Hike SPORTING CLAY SHOOT In Westwold for Hospice, May 6 at Polson Park. May 6, $60 for 120 targets and lunch, Armstrong Lions Club pancake breakshoot starts at 10 a.m. Info.: Ross at fast for $5 begins 8 a.m. Registration 250-379-2166 or Larry, 250-379-2575 9:15 a.m., hike starts 10 a.m.! POLSON POND FISH OUT The 11th DINNER BANQUET WITH ANDREW annual Kalamalka Fly Fishers Polson KAMINSKI His story of extreme success Pond Fish Out May 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 and high profile co-owner of banks, trust p.m., with 1,000 Rainbow trout in the companies, real estate, farms, ranchpond for you to catch. Each trout weighs es and a member of U.S. Presidents’ about ¾ of a pound (12 to 16 inches). Cabinet Task Force followed by his sudYou can keep two fish to take home for den downturn changed his life forever. dinner. Polson Park main pond. Free Hear his story May 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the event open to kids ages four to 14, an Schubert Center. Tickets at the door. For adult must accompany children under more info., call 250-503-6577. the age of 12. Bring your fishing rod, EASTER SEALS FUNDRAISER GARAGE SALE May 6 from 8 a.m. to bobbers, barbless hooks and worms. 23RD ANNUAL BOAT & LEISURE 3 p.m., corner Hwy 97 and Coldstream SHOW Fun on the water for the whole Ave. Proceeds to send a child to Easter family May 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Seals camp. Vernon Yacht Club. Free admission, free FUNDRAISER AT BX DOG PARK sailboat rides, prizes, free shuttle to and May 6 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is a from Marshall Field’s, Yacht Dogs, Boat support and fundraising day for the “let Burgers and plenty of exhibitors both there be light” legacy fund at BX Ranch on and off the water. Visit www.ver- Dog Park. Drop-in event, with or withnonyachtclub.com for more information. out dogs, to show your support for lights being installed at the park for those dark Club is at 7919 Okanagan Landing Rd. DOG’O’POGO AGILITY CLUB Holds evenings November through February. first AAC Sanctioned Agility Trial for Donations can be made at Prospera 2012 on May 6. The dogs start run- Credit Union or at the park. ning at 8 a.m. on baseball field #3 COMMUNITY-WIDE SING-ALONG on the Armstrong fair grounds. Come May 6 from 7 to 8 p.m. at Faith Baptist and watch all kinds and sizes of dogs. Church (3908 27 St., Vernon). Join us Marvel at the skills of the master dogs for an hour of lively singing of your and cheer on the beginners as they com- favourite hymns and gospel songs as Karl leads and Sing-Along Band plays. plete several courses and games. FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY ANNUAL BOOK SALE May 6, The Vernon & Vernon Curling Rink. Area Pro Life Choose from thouSociety sands of books. Sale is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ELKS CRIB TOURNAInvites all those who believe in the sanctity MENT first and second of human life, from the moment of Sunday of each month conception till natural death, to join us in at the hall, 3103-30th St. Cost $10, plus lunch of soup, sandwich and coffee for $4. for the Millions of Victims of Abortion Registration 9 a.m., When: Thursday, May 10 at 12 noon crib starts 10 a.m. All
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hursday, May 10 at 7 p.m., Schubert Centre. Everyone is welcome to join us to watch the newly released film, Transition 2.0 and get an inspiring tour of 20 Transition initiatives in 15 countries worldwide — with zero flights! Hear about communities printing their own money, growing food, localizing their economies and setting up community power stations. The idea has gone viral — it’s a social experiment that is about responding to uncertain times with solutions and optimism. The film will be followed by a public discussion seeking your vision for Greater Vernon in the year 2030, after a successful transition to sustainability. Sponsor is Vernon in Transition – an initiating group with a vision of Greater Vernon as a resilient, low-energy community, with a healthy, vibrant local culture and economy.
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MAY 7 MONASHEE TOASTMASTERS OPEN HOUSE May 7 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Blue Ox Pub meeting room in Lumby. We would like to attract new members to take advantage of learning communication and leadership skills with the support of other members along with the use of educational manuals. Info., call Louise at 250-547-6480 or Marena (evenings) at 250-547-9572. GLEANERS’ 50 PER CENT OFF SALE May 7 to 12. Wall units and tables. We are at 4405- 29th St., open 9:30 - 5 Monday-Friday; Saturday 11 - 4. Gleaners is a non-profit organization supporting those in need. Gleaners accepts donations of furniture in reusable condition and working appliances. Phone 250-549-1123. THE ENDERBY QUILTERS MEET The first, third, and fifth Monday of each month at the Enderby Evangelical Chapel from 1 to 4 p.m. Come and work on your quilt or other craft project. For more information contact June at 838-5655 or Bonnie at 838-7024. FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES Vernon Aerie meets first and third Monday of month, 7 p.m. Call 542-3003.
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The Tiniest Crucifixion By Colleen Dahlmann
Lord Jesus, could you rock him for a while? He has no mother’s breast, no father’s smile; No downy, silken pillow for his head. They placed him in that bloody basin - dead. He was so small, this baby doomed to die. His mother’s rights, the only reason why. From somewhere warm and safe, they tore this child. Lord Jesus, could you rock him for a while?
Please, Jesus, rock the other babies too; Forgive us, Lord we DO know what they do. He had no cradle, cross, no grave nor tomb, This baby-crucified inside the womb.
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UPCOMING PIN CRISIS LINE & GOOD MORNING PROGRAM May 9 from 2 to 4 p.m., Canadian Mental Health Association, Vernon, a celebration of 36 years of success in honour of the People In Need Crisis Intervention Society. The society has provided uninterrupted Crisis Line service 24 hours a day/7 days a week for 36 years. Alongside the Crisis Line, the Good Morning Program has reached out to hundreds of individuals to check on their safety and say a friendly hello. These calls were answered and/or made by thousands of volunteers. CONCERNED CITIZENS FOR THE MUSEUM We have a petition at the museum encouraging the city to expand into the former library until a purpose-built facility is built. It can be signed until May 11 at which time it will be presented at next council meeting. Sign it to express your support. FISH BIOLOGIST ALEXANDRA MORTON Canada’s foremost advocate
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Poor little one, who was it took your breath? Who made the healer’s hands a thing of death? Who was your Judas? Mother? Doctor? State? Or was it we who fought your cause too late?
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ANAF DIRECTOR MEETING Second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. VERNON PC USERS’ CLUB MEETS The second Tuesday of each month at the Schubert Centre at 3505-30th Ave., at 7 p.m. Call Betty at 5427024 or June at 549-7221 and check out vernon pcusersclub.ca. Join us and get answers to your computer and camera-related questions. ELKS LODGE meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at 3103-30th St. Call 558-0876 for info. New members welcome. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS St. James Council meets second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., in Columbus Court.
THE SINGING HILLS PERFORM May 8 at 7 p.m., First Baptist Church, 140632nd Ave. Known for heartfelt sincerity, close family harmonies, original songs and great sense of humor, the Hills uplift and inspire their audience through their personal presentation. No charge, but a free will offering will be taken to help cover travel costs. Info., 250-542-0128 or 250-938-6614, e-mail fbc01@telus. net or see www.firstbaptistvernon.net. VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY May 8, noon, Art Presentation on the topic, “Baroque Painting (Netherlands and Spain). Approx. 1 hour. Drop-in session. Admission by donation. Gallery is at 3228 - 31st Ave. Call 250-545-3173 or see www.vernonpublicartgallery.com THE SENIORS ACTION NETWORK Meets May 8 from 10 a.m.-noon at the People Place, room 006, 3402 27th Ave. Please join us at this open meeting to get and give updates on important senior related issues in the community and help make a difference for seniors. Call Dayle Drury at 250-545 8572 or email sirb@socialplanning to learn more.
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for wild salmon, will speak on: her impressions of the Cohen Commission and recently released results from testing store-bought salmon for viruses. May 9, 6:30 p.m., White Valley Community Centre, 2250 Shields. Call Priscilla Judd, 250-547-9475, for info. May 11, Enderby Seniors Hall, 1101 George St., 7 p.m. Call Jean Clark, 250-838-7299. Sponsored by Okanagan Shuswap NDP. VERNON & DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY MEETS May 9 at 7 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church (downstairs), 1204-30 Ave. Speaker Jerry Thompson, “The US 1940 Census.” CANADIAN SOCIETY OF QUESTERS MEET May 10 7 p.m. at the Okanagan Center for Spiritual Living, 291329th Ave., Vernon. Speaker will be Grahame Gardner, “Dragons, Devas, Demons and Doorways.” Grahame, from Glasgow, Scotland, works with earth energies and is president of the British Society of Dowsers. He will speak of issues that he deals with in his profession, and how to interact with the beings that inhabit the various realms of earth energies. Everyone is welcome. HEALTHCARE APPRECIATION DAY Armstrong/Spallumcheen Healthcare Auxiliary (Bargain Bin) celebrates Healthcare Appreciation Day May 10. Come into the Bin for in-store specials and enter our draw for a door prize. PURINA WALK FOR DOG GUIDES The second annual walk takes place May 27 in Enderby, hosted by the Enderby Lions Club and the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides. Registration starts 9 a.m., walk starts 10 a.m. Lions Gazebo at Riverside Park, Enderby. All proceeds go directly toward training dog guides for Canadians with disabilities. Pledge sheets available at Enderby Chamber of Commerce or the Stocking Up Shop in Enderby. For info., or for pledge sheet, call Angela Killen at 250-838-6273 or angelakillen@hotmail.com MOTHER’S DAY CARNATION SALE May 10, 11, 12, Village Green Centre, carnations sold by donation, Vernon MS Society. Also sold by the bunch, 30 for $20. To order, call 542-2241.
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between the artistic needs and the audience’s expectations, even if I am tired.” Anyone who’s caught his act knows James A tape recorder would come in handy in trying to pen the words of comedian Ron is not just about skewering the latest political talking head. He tends to go deeper, digging James. He treats a phone conversation the same at anything that seems absurd. He has also way he does a live audience, firing out had some personal setbacks, a separation his observations –– be it politics, social from his wife three years ago, which he says issues, or our ever changing world –– like a was the hardest time of his life. “Keeping busy is what has saved my sanmachine gun assault. And you don’t want to miss a word, ity,” said James. “My material has become especially when he lets out this beauty about more universal. It’s what I’ve been exploring the past 10 years what he’s noticed when travelof my career, and how ling through the Okanagan on the stories relate to the past tours. audience’s stories. It’s James, who returns to Vernon an evolution.” Thursday, notes the names of James’ acute obsergolf courses here as being rather vations come from his peculiar. — Ron James upbringing and educa“You’ve got these golf courses tion. Born in a coal minwith names like Grizzly Meadow ing town on Cape Breton and Cougar Ridge, but there isn’t a grizzly or cougar to be seen anywhere. Island, and raised in Halifax, James later attended Acadia University, studying politiThere’s condos everywhere.” James is looking forward to being on the cal science and history. However, instead of road again after spending the past few years becoming a teacher or a campaign manager working on his weekly comedy show for CBC. (something he could not even imagine), he “You have to embrace the road as a virtue, veered towards a different path. “I was always interested in comedy. I not a liability,” he says. went into theatre then started at Second City He also has a regimen when it comes to preparing for the long haul between prov- in the early ‘80s then went to L.A. and then ince to province, town to town. There’s his shifted the paradigm to standup.” After returning from the U.S. after three stationary rowing machine to keep fit, eating right, and then his “medicinal” kit, which years of searching for a sitcom deal, James usually includes a shot of Starbucks espresso, focused his attention to writing and penned and if he can’t find that, a pseudoephedrine a show about the years he spent in L.A. “I learned in the U.S. how to be an indifix usually does the job. vidual and look after myself,” he said. James is joking about that last ingredient, That philosophy worked as he continued of course, but he is known for his rather to produce and write his own comedy speexcitable stage presence. “Red Bull should sponsor my tour,” he cials, eventually landing his own TV show. Airing on CBC Friday nights, The Ron laughs. “It’s important for me to give an audience a bang for their buck. It’s not about James Show features the comic doing his standhype or spin, it’s about content and honour- up shtick along with sketch comedy numbers. “It’s been a learning curve,” said James who ing the audiences. I like to strike a balance Morning Star Staff
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Comedian Ron James returns to Vernon on his latest cross-country tour, which brings him to the Performing Arts Centre Thursday. has gone from being the sole writer on his previous six comedy specials to working with a team of five writers on a weekly TV show. “TV has an insatiable appetite. With a weekly show, you have no time to hone your material. It goes from the page to the stage,” said James. The future is also unclear as James is still waiting to hear from CBC whether the show will be renewed for another season. “We’re going into our fourth season on CBC and I’m not sure what’s going to happen. The government holds the keys to the store in Ottawa, so no one is free of culpability,” he said. “I know that I’m watched by at least 50,000 Canadians on a weekly basis, and my show doesn’t cost much to produce.”
Rather than being at the mercy of government cuts, James says he would rather articulate the positive boons accrued on the road less travelled. “I’m pumped to be back in B.C. It’s a challenging province to play, but I don’t try to change my act too much to relate to all the regions,” said James. “I think everybody can relate to the things I discuss: hitting a wall at mid-life, changes in science, politics, and of course, feeling like a Luddite in this fast -changing technology. I walk the razor’s edge more with my live show.” James is at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Thursday, May 10 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $54, available at the Ticket Seller box office. Call 5497469 or order online at www.ticketseller.ca.
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The Cheesecake Burlesque troupe returns with sassy fervor to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Friday.
It’s time for tinsel and tassels when those sassy girls from the Cheesecake Burlesque Revue return to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre for a few events this week. Providing a little spice, lots of nice, and just a touch of naughty, with layers of sparkle and glitter, the Cheesecakes take to the stage Friday with their modern take on the classic art form of burlesque. But first the girls will be providing a Sass Class 101: an introduction to burlesque, which is open to females only, Thursday. Participants will play the Stage Name Game, while learning the history of burlesque, making the most of props, burlesque movement, tassel twirling and more, said Cheesecake founding member Champagne Sparkles, adding that the troupe will supply boas, gloves and pasties. “This workshop is a super fun way to get together with your girlfriends and have some sass-tastic play time. It’s a fun, safe
place to discover your inner burlesque diva,” said Sparkles. The Victoria-based troupe last delighted a sold-out Performing Arts Centre audience in 2009, and has been busy since performing throughout B.C., and to bigger stages in Las Vegas, New York, New Orleans and Paris. “We are bringing an all-new show this year, with all the charm, sass and hilarity as in 2009 with new songs, acts and jokes and a whole lot of feathers, sequins and rhinestones. We have been continuing to develop as performers and a troupe, honing our craft and getting even sparklier,” said Sparkles, who will be joined on stage by an entourage of leading ladies: Kitten Kaboodle, Midori Colada, Wild Honey, Ginger Kittens, Punky Screwster, Silk E Gunz and Mz B Haven. “These ladies are a fun, cheeky, sassy and bubbly mix of girl guerrillas ready to take the stage by stillettoed storm. It’s all about making you cheer as they re-live the sweet, sexy brilliance that we all thought was lost
to a bygone era.” A traditional burlesque sampler is an old-fashioned striptease and homage to past performers such as Sally Rand (a burlesque dancer noted for her ostrich feather fan and balloon bubble dances), however, the Cheesecakes are not trying to re-create past shows. While their style is classic, their music and costumes add a modern twist, said Sparkles. After the show you’ll find the Cheesecakes in the foyer selling pasties, fringe panties, tassels, T-shirts and other naughty and nice gifts. Those interested in participating in the Sass Class 101, Thursday, May 10, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., in the PAC’s Marie Fleming Hall can contact the Ticket Seller at 250-5497469, www.ticketseller.ca. Cost is $50 each and includes a ticket to the show. Tickets for the performance only, Friday, May 11 at 8 p.m. are $25/adult, $22/senior and $20/student, also at the Ticket Seller.
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takes place July 27 to 29. Located at the Freedom Flight Park, approximately two kilometres north of Lumby, the festival will feature as its Saturday evening headliner, VernonMaritime band Cod Gone Wild, who have just released their second studio album entitled The Traveler. “The Middle Shuswap Wild Salmon Society directors felt that it would be very appropriate for the Wild Cods to headline this year’s Wild Salmon Festival show after having a chance to hear them play and watch them perform on New Year’s Eve 2011,” said Randy Rauck, festival organizer. “The infectious dance music had everyone singing and dancing in very little time and the energy was strong and fun right to the end.” Other acts slated to perform over the weekend include The Young’uns, Crossfire, Linda Sue Wilson Band, Gallon’s Corner, The Mabel Lickers, Adam Dekker, Christine, Charlie Fisher, Ash, Incanto, and others. There will also be artists, artisans, dancers, story tellers, food vendors, wild salmon education, hang gliding, and paragliding. “The goal of this festival is to support and raise awareness about our local wild salmon and the need to expedite a salmon passage over Wilsey Dam at Shuswap Falls,” said Rauck, adding all proceeds go to the Middle Shuswap Wild Salmon Society. More info on the Wild Salmon Festival can be found at www. WildSalmonFest.com. Early bird tickets will be available soon from the website.
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om (Jason Segel) and Violet (Emily Blunt) are very much in love. Tom clumsily proposes and Violet gives him a definite “yes.” When Violet is accepted as a post-doctorate student in Michigan, she and Tom decide to postpone their wedding and move. Throughout The Five Year Engagement, the couple find themselves living their lives rather than making their plans. Along the way they come to learn the lessons of all sucTaylor & Howe cessful couples, but not before making fools of themselves. We say, “It’s a true romantic comedy, much better than The Lucky One.” TAYLOR: This film was a little bit long, but was charming, funny, realistic, romantic and wise. HOWE: Wise? TAYLOR: Yes, this film contains an important lesson for all couples. I recommend to any and all young lovers, (or perhaps not so young,) who have never had a relationship last more than a year or two, see this movie. HOWE: I thought this was Jason Segel’s best movie so far. I like him in the TV series How I Met Your Mother, and the character he plays in The Five Year Engagement is similar to that. This is the first time I have seen Emily Blunt in anything and I thought she did a fine job. The chemistry between the two of them was very realistic and it made the film that much more enjoyable. TAYLOR: She was in The Adjustment Bureau and The Devil Wears Prada. My wife said that she and Segel have been friends for a while, perhaps their chemistry was natural. The film itself didn’t really have any big moments; it just sort of went by, a giggle here, a poignant moment there. It definitely qualifies as a comedy, but it’s very natural and realistic in its humour. HOWE: I agree with you on that, but did they need to make it over two hours long? I was finding myself getting a little bored around the hour and a half mark and was hoping it would just end. TAYLOR: Please don’t get me started about learning lessons three quarters of the way through a movie again... Jason Segel, like so many movie stars today, is not an actor. He’s funny, charming, he can write and he has the guts to be himself, or at least, the persona he’s created for himself, in front of a camera. I’m not denying Segel his talents, I’m saying if you know Segel, you know what’s in store. At least my butt wasn’t getting sore. HOWE: What was nice about the film, compared to other recent comedies, was that the humour wasn’t over the mark. It wasn’t too crude or nasty towards anyone. There was raunchiness
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Do you have an old painting, print, or collectable hidden away in the house? Ever wonder who the artist is or where it came from? Does it hold any value? Let the experts unveil the mystery and reveal if you own a trinket or treasure. Back by popular demand, the Vernon Public Art Gallery is once again hosting an Heirloom Discovery Day on Friday, May 11 with special guests, Vernon’s Peter Blundell, of Blundell Art and Antique Appraisals, and Vancouver’s Anthony Westbridge, of Westbridge Fine Art and Auction House. “Blundell and Westbridge previously completed an Heirloom Discovery Day at the gallery in October, 2011 with great success. Several pieces were sold at auction following the event,” said VPAG marketing and programming coordinator Kelly McIntosh. Westbridge, one of Canada’s leading art experts, will give verbal opinions on the market value of art and is particularly interested in Canadian-made paintings and sculpture. He is looking forward to visiting the Okanagan with hopes to find a rare, unique, or highly sought after piece of
art. Some of Westbridge’s books will also be available for purchase at the event, said McIntosh. “He may also take some paintings back to Vancouver for inclusion in one of his monthly live and online auctions,” she said. Blundell will also give verbal opinions on market value of antiques and collectibles, with some exceptions. He cannot appraise jewelry, coins, stamps, guns, and wristwatches. However, pocket watches and swords may be brought in. Those who want large furniture pieces assessed are asked to bring in a portion of the piece, such as a drawer along with a photograph, and the item’s measurements. (Items thought to be over 400 years old cannot be assessed in this format.) Fifteen minute assessments will be scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the VPAG. The fee for an appointment is $35 (plus HST) for a maximum of three items. Partial proceeds benefit exhibitions and programming at the VPAG. Auditors are welcome at no additional charge. Call the gallery at 250-545-3173 to make an appointment.
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Students swoon over Shakespeare Seaton drama hosts Such is My Love and mini festival Morning Star Staff
This week, W.L. Seaton Secondary students, under the direction of UBC Vancouver student teacher Susanna Lonsdale, present Such Is My Love, a collection of some of the most well-known of Shakespeare’s love scenes. “From romantic love, to jealous, vengeful love, Shakespeare painted his plays with every shade of the colour of love, and we’ve drawn from all of them”, said Lonsdale, who graduated from Seaton in 1998 and has returned to complete a three-month practicum in the drama program where she got her start. The two-day production draws scenes from many of Shakespeare’s masterpieces: Othello, As You Like It, Much Ado About Nothing, Midsummer Night’s Dream, Tempest, and, of course, given the theme of love, Romeo and Juliet. Audiences will witness Othello kill his wife in a jealous rage; Benedick’s friends lay a “love trap” for
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Justin Kopy, as Othello, struggles with his conscience over what to do with his wife, Desdemona, enacted here by Anna Anderson, who will play Juliet in the balcony scene to Romeo and Juliet, in W.L. Seaton’s Such is My Love, featuring famous love scenes from Shakespeare. him, tricking him into thinking Beatrice is in love with him when she is not; they will see couples in Midsummer Night’s Dream fooled by Puck into falling in and out of love with each other’s lovers; and Rosalind test the love of a suitor by dressing as a man, said Lonsdale.
“From humour, to stagefighting, to romance, this production is sure to engage all audience members,” she said. “The beautiful set, built by Seaton drama teacher Lana O’Brien and the school’s production and stagecraft classes, transforms the school theatre into a garden paradise, burst-
ing with spring colour and energy, complete with blossoming cherry trees, a large weeping willow, and fresh foliage.” Such Is My Love was originally conceived to be performed as W. L. Seaton’s contribution at the annual Shakespeare Festival in Summerland. However, due to the teachers’ halt on extra curricular activities in reaction to Bill 22 in their current dispute with the B.C. government, the three-day festival in Summerland was cancelled. With the support of the school’s administration, Vernon drama teachers have organized a day-long Shakespeare festival for all five schools in the district. World-class workshops will be offered by Holly Adams of New York, Sand Northup of Vancouver, and drummer extraordinaire Bobby Bovenzi. In addition, two performances will be given, Seaton’s Such is My Love as well as Kalamalka Secondary’s Shakespeare Sketch Comedy. The public can catch Such is My Love Thursday, May 10 and Friday, May 11 in Seaton’s 27th Street Theatre at 7:30 p.m. All tickets are $6 and can be reserved by calling 250-542-3361 ext. 2227, or by visiting facebook. com/27thStreetTheatre.
Authors to headline Word on the Lake SALMON ARM –– The Shuswap Association of Writers has announced two award-winning keynote speakers will headline its ninth annual festival, May 25 to 27 in Salmon Arm. Kay Johnston, association president, announced that Sylvia Taylor and Ivan Coyote are among a host of accomplished authors and writers who will present seminars, workshops, speeches and panel discussions at the newly renamed festival called Word on the Lake. Taylor’s work has been short-listed for the CBC National Literary Awards and led to her nomination for a Women of Excellence Award. She has authored more than 400 magazine and newspaper articles, 75 commercial and business writing projects, and edited more than 100 manuscripts. Her latest novel, Fisher Queen, is scheduled for release in May.
Yukon-born Coyote’s seven books have attracted six award nominations including the 2007 ReLit Award for her novel Bow Grip published in 2006. She is also a performer and educator, and in 2007
was writer-in-residence at Carleton University in Ottawa. Among the other 12 presenters are Eric Wilson, recipient of the Queen’s Jubilee Medal in 2002 for promoting literacy in Canada, and
Diana Hayes, the production manager of Salt Spring Island’s Theatre Alive. The weekend festival starts the Friday evening at the Shuswap Art Gallery followed by a full day of workshops and
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Canadian Tire ready to roll out new look ANDRE LODDER Morning Star Staff
After 30 years in the Greater Vernon community, Canadian Tire is ready to relaunch with a new look. Canadian Tire will show off its recent face lift during a grand re-opening at the 27th Street location, Thursday to next Sunday. A walk through the front doors reveals a completely new floor setup, featuring a more comfortable and open concept for the customer as the store completes the last of its renovations. “What this renovation does is it displays our whole store, it opens it up a lot better. It’s more competitive in the marketplace,” said Grant Turner, the dealer for Vernon Canadian Tire. “The store needed a refresh and Canadian Tire Corporation came out with a new store design.” The new Smart Store plan is part of a nationwide initiative with about 50 stores unveiling the new layout this spring – more than 30 of which are in Western Canada. More launches planned for the fall. Management is excited about the new renovations and is already seeing the re-design paying dividends. “People really like the openness of it. We’ve been torn up since January, usually when you tear things up like this, with products in the back
or you can’t find things; usually sales go down. Our sales have gone up even before our grand re-opening. “I think people like the layout of the store, and more product in the store, it’s all working to the benefit of us and the consumer,” said Turner. Some of the new layout features include updated displays in nearly every department, an expanded seasonal department and price info kiosks. The company’s focus was on making the whole experience better for the customer and making it easier to shop. The new displays make it easier for customers to see and handle the items they are purchasing while new shelves mean less clutter. “Two words – customer experience. We want them to have a good experience here,” said general manager Mark Corson. Corson is focused on giving customers a better experience and knows that a layout change isn’t the only requirement to do that. “We’re really working hard to keep in stock. We’re really working hard with the staff to ensure there is more interaction with the customer and that we’re not giving customers a rain-check but rather actually giving them stock.” Canadian Tire is also aiming to raise money for its Jump Start charity at the grand re-opening event.
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Grant Turner, dealer for the Vernon Canadian Tire, and general manager Mark Corson are excited about the new store renovations that will be unveiled at a grand re-opening, May 10-13.
BX Creek serves up new menu ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
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BX Creek Bar and Grill server Shayla Bertrand serves up a main course of medium-well top sirloin as the restaurant unveiled its new menu Sunday.
First he cooks up the idea for something new in his mind. Then, executive chef Dave Cabral brings the idea from his brain to the kitchen. If it works, add it to the menu. If it doesn’t work, he’s got something secret for his home kitchen. Cabral was ecstatic to unleash his latest creations on the public as the executive chef of the BX Creek Bar and Grill in the Best Western Plus Vernon Lodge introduced his new menu Sunday. “I’m ecstatic,” said Cabral, taking a break from the kitchen where he and his chef crews were preparing the new menu items during a special menu preview. “I’m able to put my own touches on the menu.” The night was a “buy one get one free” event at BX Creek Bar and Grill. Patrons can choose from six appetizers, five salads, three pasta dishes, four
fire grilled recipes and three classic food dishes. There are two open-water solutions, a chutney salmon and a bouillabaisse. And Cabral has added a gluten free favourites section to the menu that includes four dishes. Five desserts top off the evening, including Davison Orchards supplying BX Creek Bar and Grill with its renowned apple pies. Visitors Andrew and Joan MacKenzie from Kelowna heard about the special on the radio and drove up to give the new menu a try. “There was an explosion of flavours in my mouth with the mango chicken,” said Andrew, who had previously dined at BX Creek Bar and Grill. “The lamb appetizer (grilled lamb sirloin with watermelon mint salsa and homemade spicy potato chips) was magnifico. The spicing of the lamb was beautiful.” Joan was attending BX Creek Bar and
Grill for the first time. “I love the atmosphere here,” said Joan, who works in Vernon as a jewelry store manager, and who enjoyed a lasagna dish. “This is a perfect spot for people to take their wives and moms to with Mother’s Day coming up.” Vernon’s Betty Catt enjoyed a night out with her husband, Gord, and friends Brian and Cindy Morrison. “For my meal I had a starter spinach and goat cheese salad followed by baby back ribs which were awesome,” said Katt. “I ended my dining experience with the french vanilla and blueberry creme brule, also very yummy. “I enjoyed the new menu and would recommend it to anyone. In fact, it was hard to decide what to eat because there were so many great options. There were some healthy choices and it was nice to see gluten free dishes as well.”
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Restaurant-goers find favourites Continued from B10 One of the other popular desserts was a caramel cheesecake plate, which included a scoop of whipped cream, scoop of maple walnut ice cream and pieces of pecan and Turtles cheesecakes, complete with a chocolate and caramel drizzle. Service was excellent throughout the evening, with the Katts’ and MacKenzies’ server, Christina, saying the most popular items being ordered with the seared scallops, the grilled lamb sirloin and the caramel cheesecake plate. BX Creek Bar and Grill manager Mike Brooks felt it was time the restaurant went in a new directions, and turned to Cabral for his expertise. “So far, it’s been excellent,� said Brooks of the response to the menu. “We’re receiving fantastic feedback on everything.� Pianist Arne Sahleen played for restaurant-goers for three hours, and Brooks said live entertainment is a possibility most nights if the feedback is good. The restaurant will also feature wines from selected Okanagan wineries.
Students show business savvy Morning Star Staff
The keen business plans of some Aboriginal students from Enderby, Armstrong and Vernon are competing nationally. E-Spirit, a national business plan competition for Aboriginal youth, will see 160 Grade 10 to 12 students vie for awards at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, May 15 to 17. Students from Enderby’s A.L. Fortune Secondary, Armstrong’s Pleasant Valley Secondary and Vernon’s W.L. Seaton will be among the participants from across the country. The University of Manitoba, with its many programs designed for Aboriginal youth, is hosting these students during this 12th edition of The Business Development Bank of Canada’s (BDC) E-Spirit competition. The competition encourages Aboriginal youth to look to business and entrepreneurship as a viable career path. Each of the Aboriginal high school students from across the nation will be presenting their business plans and will compete for the gold, silver and bronze trophy, as well as for one of 13 special achievement awards. “We are striving to make Manitoba a centre of excellence for Indigenous education,� said Dr. David T. Barnard, president and vice-chancellor at the University
of Manitoba. versation on Facebook at facebook.com/ “Celebrating student success is a key BDC.ESpirit and Twitter at @BDC_ element of our strategy. We are proud to ESpirit. host the 2012 E-Spirit Aboriginal Youth E-Spirit is a 16-week, web-based comBusiness Plan Competition and wel- petition for Aboriginal high school stucome future business leaders who plan dents that provides interactive business to reshape their communities through planning resources, online access to menentrepreneurship.â€? toring and extensive student networking The University of Manitoba will pro- opportunities, via the web and in person. vide venues for several BDC E-Spirit The E-Spirit competition was created events and on-campus accommodation and developed by BDC and is supportfor all the participating students. Seven ed by Aboriginal Affairs and Northern teams from Manitoba qualified to com- Development Canada (AANDC) and by pete in the business plan competition the SecrĂŠtariat aux affaires autochtones, finals. Government of Quebec. “This year, BDC E-Spirit has come full circle: the first edition of the competition launched in Winnipeg in 2001,â€? said Wilson Neapew, national director, Aboriginal banking unit at BDC. 3108 - 33rd Street, Vernon “We want to thank the (next to OK Tire) University of Manitoba, one 250-545-5258 of Canada’s premier hubs for Check out our Rates!! Aboriginal education, for their support. Business plan compe* Tax-Free Savings titions such as E-Spirit expose Account: students to the potential of entreManulife Bank preneurship and help them dis% cover how communication technology can be used for business * Investment and networking purposes.â€? Savings Account: For more details visit www. Manulife Bank bdc.ca/espirit or join the con%
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WALES — Doesn’t a path sound lovely? Something you skip along to Grandma’s house…past little flowery-fenced cottages in dollhouse villages. And if that lovely path is in Wales — just a wee bit of a place tucked into the United Kingdom— wouldn’t it be fair to believe that it would all be rather diminutive? So, when my husband suggested we walk Offa’s Dyke Path in Wales for our 25th wedding anniversary, I jumped at the plan. We would stroll through the softly rolling hills, stopping for tea and waving to a sheep or two. We looked up the strange name. Offa was the king of what was then called Mercia, from 757 – 796 AD. Some historians speculate he built the huge, and very long earthen rampart to keep the English out. I saw us skipping hand-in-hand along that curving path as we followed Offa’s old eroding boundary. Sure, the path was almost 300 kilometers long, but we’d booked 13 days to walk it. The Welsh company,
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A visitor investigates a trail marker along Offa’s Dyke Path, named after the ruler of the ancient kingdom of Mercia. Drover Holidays, would take care of all our lodgings, delivering our bags each day and promising us that we would be sent off with a packed lunch after every morning’s breakfast. They had even sourced walking sticks from a company in Hay-On-Wye. Knowing now, what I didn’t know then? Well. Suffice it to say, that 25 years ago, I believed that marriage would be a piece of cake. It started off better than I could have imagined. Our 17th century storybook hotel in the village of Chepstow had listing floors with windows that looked out at a crumbling castle built in 1067 AD. We ate local
lamb and toasted our clever anniversary plan with a fine Syrah. The next day, I found it harder to remember our smugness; it seemed to dwindle in direct proportion to my pounded feet. Not to worry. Soon all I could think of was the stabbing pain in my left ankle. Which is about when Kevin’s knees began to seize. We looked like Frankensteins. At the next chemist store, we bought sports tape, knee braces and jumbo-sized bottles of anti-inflammatories; continuing to drag ourselves up the sides of hills like we were climbing dirt ladders and then stagger-
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of judges. Then it’s up to Canada to decide the 10 winning tour stops via 10 intense weekdays of head-to-head online voting beginning July 9. During the tour, fans can keep up with the cross-country adventure on social media by visiting and liking the tour Fan Page on Facebook, and by following the tour’s personalities on Twitter. Official Twitter hashtags for the tour include #kraftcelebrationtour and #tourneedecelebrationkraft.
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drinkingwaterweek.org/challenge Be Water Wise: N Limit your shower time to 5 minutes per day. N Install a low-flow fixture or appliance. Look for the WaterSense label on retail shelves across BC. N Return unused or expired medications to the pharmacy for proper disposal. N Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth, shaving and doing dishes. N Dispose of household wastes such as cleaners, paints and grease responsibly, instead of putting them down your sink or toilet.
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ANSWERS: 1.True: British Columbians use an average of 426 litres of water per day; the average Canadian uses 329 litres of water per day (nearly double what Europeans use!)* 2. False: Never put fats, oils or grease down the drain - when these substances enter our wastewater they can clog pipes and deplete oxygen in the aquatic environment. 3. False: Watering your lawn thoroughly once per week rather than lightly at a greater frequency will strengthen the roots and promote a greener, healthier lawn.
When you turn on your tap asks you to “Get to know and clean, safe water comes your H2O.” Think about the out, do you ever wonder how impact of your everyday acit got there or what happens tions and how a few simple when it goes down the drain? changes really can make a Or why you should care? difference. “It is often said that the Have you thought about ability to provide clean how much water you can drinking wasave by ter and treat limiting sewage is the your shower greatest contime to five tribution to minutes, or public health by turning off our world has the tap while seen,” says brushing Daisy Foster, your teeth? CEO of BC How about Water & by reducing Waste Assolawn waterciation. “Yet, drinkingwaterweek.org ing or raising in our part of the level of the world, we your lawn take for granted that we can mower blade to cut down on simply turn on the tap and evaporation? clean water gushes out. We Did you know that what we forget that we use that same put down our sink or toilet treated water to hose down can have a serious impact our driveways and water our on fish and the aquatic lawns. We flush our toilets environment? Detergents, and away it goes along with medications, and many other whatever we put down there.” household products end She adds, “We make the up at wastewater treatment effort to turn out lights to plants where special processconserve energy, yet we es are required to minimize don’t make the connection the impact on the receiving between energy and water waters. Fats, oils and grease use. Many of us are unaware that we put down our drains of the energy that is used to can often cause blockages in treat and distribute water.” sewer lines resulting in costly During Drinking Water repairs. During Drinking Week, May 13 – 19, 2012, BC Water Week, take the time to Water & Waste Association find out about safer disposal
to the betterment of their everyday lives,” said Stewart Johnston, president, TSN. “In travelling across the country and telling inspirational stories, we’ve seen how Canadians can come together to achieve great things through grassroots sports. To be a part of something like the tour that celebrates the human spirit is extremely rewarding for all of us at TSN.” On July 1, TSN will announce the 20 finalists selected by a panel
N 26% of British Columbians have no idea where the water that flows from their tap comes from.* N The average Canadian uses 329 litres of water per day. However, the average Canadian thinks they only use 132 litres per day.* N We use up to 50% more water in the summertime when people are watering their lawns and gardens.** *2011 Canadian Water Attitudes Study, commissioned by RBC and Unilever Canada **BC Stats 2009
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John Fleming Hunter It is with great sadness we announce the passing of John Fleming Hunter on April 30, 2012. John was predeceased by his wife Margret, who was the love of his life. John is survived by his sons Alan (Patti) of Vernon and Eric (Sheree) of Prince George, grandson Tyler (Stephanie) and great-grandson Max. John was also grandfather to Marty Hainer (Daena) & Shayne Hainer (Amy) and great-granddaughter Alexa. There will be a celebration of life at the Schubert Centre on Friday, May 11, 2012 at 3:00 pm.
Dick Radke was born on August 27th, 1925 in Bashaw, Alberta and passed away on May 2nd, 2012 in Vernon, B.C. at the age of 86 years. Dick will be lovingly remembered by his wife; Barb, to whom he was married for 58 years, his son; Rick (Elaine) Radke of Whitecourt, Alberta, his daughters; Kathleen Scholz of Vernon, B.C., Laurie (Bruce) Newman of Victoria, B.C. and Susan (Kenny Reichert) Somers of Vernon, B.C., his grandson; Taylor Radke of Smithers, B.C., his brother; Vern (Anne) Radke of Edmonton, Alberta, his sisters; BeƩy (Owen) Rawlinson of St. Albert, Alberta and Linda (Bert) Hadley of Naniamo, B.C. along with numerous extended family members and friends. Dick was preceded in death by his parents; Gustave and Martha Radke and by his sister; Leona Schultz. Dick was an avid golfer and loved playing at the Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club. He loved curling in the winters and was a big hockey fan, always keeping his eye on his favorite team, the Edmonton Oilers! Dick spent his life’s work with the Alberta Forest Service and loved the outdoors. In respecƟng Dick’s wishes, he was cremated and no funeral service will be held. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donaƟons in memory of Dick to the Vernon & District Animal Care Society P.O. Box 1564, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8C2. CremaƟon arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605 27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 (250) 542-1187
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JAMES, Christopher Donald It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Donald James on April 30th, 2012 in Vernon, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca. Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
EPP, Frank It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Frank Epp on April 28th, 2012 in Vernon, BC. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca. Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237
DOTY, Edith Evelyn 1925 – 2012
It is with sadness we announce the passing of Edith Evelyn Doty on April 26, 2012 in Vernon, British Columbia. Edith was born August 23, 1925 in Iron Mountain, Michigan, USA. She will be lovingly remembered by her four children: Ruth (Bruce) Blankley, Les (Marla) Doty, Dianne (Rolf) and Doris (Don) and her many grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. In 1976 she was predeceased by her husband Clarence Everett (Bob) Doty. Edith and her husband, Bob, were potato and beef cattle farmers. Where there was quiet time, she loved to read, bake cookies, play cards, knit and crochet socks, clothes and afghans for her family. She had a great love for her family as she was an excellent grandmother (Grandma) and great-grandmother (GG). In her later years she travelled to many countries and attended local Powerhouse Theatre productions. Above all else, she was a die-hard New York Yankees fan. There will be a private interment for the immediate family. A Celebration of Life for her friends and family will be held August 25, 2012. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to do so may make a memorial donation in Edith’s memory to her favourite charity, Double VM Bible Camp (9904 Kalamalka Lake Road, Coldstream, BC V1B 1L7). The family wishes to thank Interior Health and the staff at Vernon Jubilee Hospital for their compassionate care. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca. Arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237
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JOSEPHINE “JOEY” FRANZ
15 March 1921 – 7 January 2012 Friends are invited to join the family at a gathering to celebrate the life of Joey Franz, to be held on Saturday, May 12, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., in the Tea Room at Pleasant Valley Funeral Home. Arrangements are in the care of Vernon Funeral Home 250-542-0155.
Celebration of Life The Donnelly family invites you to join them in remembering the long and happy lives of Steve and Muriel Donnelly on Saturday, May 19. Please drop by the home of Bev and Dennis Donnelly at 9309 Coldstream Creek Road between 2 and 6 pm. A buffet will be be served at 4.
ALBERT DEMERS (Dec. 17, 1950 ~ Mar. 2, 2012)
A Celebration of Albert Demers Life will be recognized as attendance of family and friends at the 2013 Komasket Music Festival. Memorial contributions may be made to North Okanagan Hospice Society (3506 27th Ave, Vernon, BC V1T 1S4, www.nohs.ca) to show appreciation for their kindness. Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866
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1924 - 2012 We regret to announce the passing of Frank Paul on April 30th, 2012 in Vernon Jubilee Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be held in the chapel of Pleasant Valley Funeral Home on Friday, May 11th, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. with a reception to follow in the tea room. If friends so desire, contributions in memory of Frank may be made to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation, 210132nd Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5L2. Arrangements have been entrusted to: PLEASANT VALLEY FUNERAL HOME (250) 542-4333 Condolences may be offered at pleasantvalleyfh.com
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CEBULIAK We regret to announce the passing of Mary Cebuliak (nee Maria Dubetz) on Sunday, April 29th, 2012 in Noric House, shortly after having celebrated her 100th birthday. She was a long time resident of Vernon. Mary was born to Peter and Anna Dubetz (nee Dwernychuk) on February 24th, 1912 at Smoky Lake, Alberta and was the second of nine children; ¿ve girls and four boys. It was in Smoky Lake that she met and married Frank Cebuliak and had three of their four children. They farmed there until 1948 and then moved to the Cariboo and Chilcotin area of B.C. They ranched there for several years and had their fourth child, Francis in Williams Lake in January, 1951. In July of that same year they moved to Vernon. Mary spent many years looking after her children, home, and working as a cook in several restaurants, as well as the Army Camp in Vernon. In 1991, at the age of 79 years, Mary was admitted to Noric House. Mary will be lovingly remembered by her children, Evelyn Chizawsky of Edmonton, Alberta, Ken (Margaret) Cebuliak, Leonard Cebuliak and Fran (Bill) Harris, all of Vernon, B.C.; twelve grandchildren; numerous (and still counting) great-grandchildren; her sister, Doris Dubetz of Vernon, B.C.; two sisters-in-law, Doris (Babiuk) Dubetz and Olga (Klem) Dubetz, both of Smoky Lake, Alberta; twenty six nieces and nephews; as well as the staff and residents of Noric House. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank in 1998; four brothers, John, Tom, Steve and George Dubetz; three sisters, Lillian Repka, Helen Clarke and Kay Shapka; her son-in-law, Ernie Chizawsky; and her granddaughter, Roseann Chizawsky. Mary will be remembered as a devoted Mother and one determined and resilient woman. She had an incredible memory and a stubborn pursuit of, and success in achieving, human dignity. The family wishes to thank Dr. Dyck for his care, and especially the staff at Noric House for looking after Mary where she resided for almost twenty one years. The Funeral Service will be held at Bethel Funeral Chapel on Saturday, May 12th, 2012 at 1:30 P.M. with The Very Reverend Archpriest Isadore Woronchak of¿ciating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 250-542-1187
Celia Irene McIntosh
Celia Irene McIntosh passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on April 27, 2012 at Hospice House in Vernon, British Columbia. Celia was born a New Years baby, January 1st, 1932 in Edmonton, Alberta, to Andrew and Selma Walker. She was the fifth of seven children, three brothers and three sisters, being predeceased by her oldest brother, Robert, at an early age. Celia spent her time in Burtonsville, Alberta and in Kelowna, B.C. She and Graham were married in August of 1960 and raised their children in the Quesnel area of the Cariboo. Celia was both a natural and professional caregiver. It was apparent that she was born for this, as many can attest to. Celia will be missed greatly by all those she blessed and who loved her; by her husband, Graham, and her sons, Brian, Wes, Cliff, and Bruce, as well as the many other children she helped to nurture and raise (she was predeceased by her youngest son, David, in 1998). She was also able to touch the lives of her 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren, who so affectionately loved her. Celia’s greatest and constant hope and desire was that her entire family would be with her again one day. We would like to thank Hospice House and all of their staff from the bottom of our hearts. You people are just simply amazing.
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Ben will be remembered as a local farmer and cattleman, operating both a dairy farm and raising beef and growing hay. Although having worked in his youth as a plumber, he left that vocation to return to the family farm on Old Kamloops Road. Despite being affected by disabilities in his later years, he never gave up his interest and involvement in farming activities. Ben will be lovingly remembered by his daughter; Susan of Victoria, B.C., a large extended family and a community of friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife; Anne, his younger daughter; Cheryl and his parents; Joe and Augusta. Ben’s family would like to thank the respective staffs of the Vernon Jubilee Hospital, Carrington Place Residence and Westridge Care Home for all of the excellent care provided to Ben throughout the years. A Graveside Service will be held at Pleasant Valley Cemetery on Wednesday, May 9th, 2012 at 9:00A.M. A Celebration of Ben’s Life will follow at Bethel Funeral Chapel at 11:00A.M. with Mr. Brian Jackson of¿ciating. A Reception will be held in the Tea Room at Bethel Funeral Chapel at the conclusion of the service. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Ben to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation 2101 32nd Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5L2 or to the North Okanagan Hospice Society 3506 27th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. V1T 1S4. Funeral arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD. 5605 27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 (250) 542-1187
#1253 - “Martini” - Black, small white spot on chest, sht. hair, small sp. female. Meadow Lark Rd./P.V. Rd., nr. IRL. Reward. #1254 - “Mittens” - Brown/dark orange tabby, black down back & tail, white on nose, long hair, sp. female, tattoo. Amber Dr., B. Vista area, below the Rise. Reward. #1255 - “Socks” - Black, white paws, med. hair, sp. female, tattoo. Amber Dr., B. Vista area, below the Rise. Reward. #1256 - “Kiki” - Grey & white, face is white, grey chin, sht. hair, n.male, tattoo. Torrent Drive, Coldstream. Reward. #1257 - “Bailey” - Very light Siamese, lilac point, sht. hair, blue eyes, n.male, tattoo. Pleasant Valley Mobile Home Park, nr. Butcher Boys. Reward. #1258 - “Jazz” - Silver grey/ black tabby, white bib/tum. & on face, sht. hair, sp.female, tattoo. OK Landing Rd., nr. Yacht Club. Reward. #1259 - “Angel Kitty” - Dark grey, long hair, n.male, tattoo. 32nd St., (Belvedere Apts.) top Hospital Hill. Reward. #1260 - “Blackie” - Blac, small patch white on tum., sht. hair, sleek, green eyes, n.male. 32nd Ave., top of East Hill. Reward.
FOUND: #1251 - Black, white bib/paws & on nose, long hair, n.male. Found in abandoned housse in Vernon, April 18/12. Has Aldergrove tattoo. Name is “Oreo”. Cannot locate owner. Please phone Margaret at
250-542-3980
about any lost or found cat. You may remain anonymous. LOST in Lumby area brownishblack Burmese male cat, large round yellow eyes. $100 reward for information leading to safe return. 250-547-9767
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On behalf of Hans, I would like to extend thanks to all his friends and tennis buddies. He talked about you all the time, loved you all and tennis was his favourite sport. We will all miss him. From Wife Inge
LOST: Missing since April, 2011, Female Greyhound Retriever X, Cream color, tear stain in right eye, fixed with tattoo. LARGE REWARD! (250)542-5060
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Employment Business Opportunities GIFT BASKET FRANCHISE FOR SALE. Home based in Kelowna, (Okanagan Territory) $13,500 Includes gift baskets, product, ribbon etc. Also website, email, head office support, gift basket designs, selling & accounting etc. Serious enquiries only, Please Call 778-753-4500
Shop from home! Career Opportunities MCELHANNEY seeks experienced SURVEY PARTY CHIEF in busy Kitimat survey branch. Geomatics Diploma/Degree with up to 5 yrs exp with excellent leadership & technical skills. Info/Apply: w w w . m c e l h a n ney.com/mcsl/careers SALES Manager req’d for growing Automotive Dealership in South Okanagan, BC. Must have Automotive Sales leadership experience with focus on Customer Satisfaction.E-mail resume to david@dajo.ca. Pay based on experience
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking Class 1 Drivers to haul dry vans Western Canada & US. Only drivers with 2 years exp. & US border crossing capability. Local Drivers also required. Dedicated tractors, paid drops, direct deposit. No phone calls Fax 250-546-0600 Exp’d TRUCK DRIVER wanted for BC runs. Exc wages, benefits & equipment + weekends home. Fax or email resume & drivers abstract 604-513-8004 or tridem@telus.net
Education/Trade Schools 21 WEEK HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM Prepare for a Career in Heavy Equipment Operation. Introducing our new Apprenticeship Program which includes: • • •
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Obituaries
George Francis Harrison
George had an excellent sense of humour, although at times very dry, and enjoyed teasing people. Although he could be a stubborn, proud Irishman at times, he was a generous, kind-hearted man, a caring husband and a loving father to his daughters. His grandchildren affectionately called him “soft touch”. To both he and our mother, family always came ¿rst and for that we will be forever grateful. As a family, although it hardly seems enough, we sincerely wish to thank Dr. David Arnold, doctor extraordinaire, for his attentiveness, time, expertise and huge heart and because of his care our Dad was with us for much longer than he might have been. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to Drs. DeBella and Hamish Hwang of Vernon, and Drs. Kates & Ellett of Kelowna, for all of their expertise and kindness. Also, a huge thank you to Larry Thomson and team at Interior Health, the staff at Vernon Jubilee Hospital and Polson Extended for their care, understanding and kindness through dif¿cult and sometimes thankless jobs that they amazingly perform 24/7. And last but not least, a heartfelt thank you to the excellent, competent, caring staff at Save-on Pharmacy. In lieu of Àowers we would please request, if you wish to make a donation in George’s name, that it be made either to the Canadian Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.ca) or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (www. heartandstroke.ca). There will be a small service held at Vernon Funeral Home on May 12th, at 2:00 p.m. “When I come to the end of the road and the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom ¿lled room. Why cry for a soul set free for this is the journey we all must take, and each must go alone. It’s all part of the master’s plan – a step on the road to home.”
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Competitive wages, benefits package, minimum 2 years experience, serious applicants only apply. Apply with resume in person to 12408 Kal Lake Road, Vernon Attn: Glen NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
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GOLDEN CROWN RESTAURANT F/T EXPERIENCED DINING ROOM SERVERS REQUIRED. Apply in person with resume after 4:00pm to 3006-28TH Ave. Vernon
Looking for experienced kitchen clean-up and cooking staff. Must be passionate about food Drop resume at 3408 31st Avenue, Vernon.
July & August To work with 5-10 year old children in our Kid’s Club First Aid, Training or relevant experience Call Cheryl 250-546-2939 Deadline May 27th
Tow Truck Driver required for Vernon company. Drop off resume and driver’s abstract to 4407 - 31st Street or fax to
250-549-2057 Baker helper needed. Contact 250-546-8557.
Preferred Education & Qualifications: • Minimum 3- 5 years experience as an Restaurant Manager at a similar size and quality restaurant • Serving it Right, and Food Safe Certification, ability or interest in Wine Training • Strong leadership, motivational and training/development skills and the ability to lead a team • Outstanding communication skills, a positive attitude, maintains enthusiasm and celebrates success • Customer service oriented with a commitment and dedication to the guest experience • Energetic, reliable, flexible and hands on individual who works well under pressure, in a team environment • Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays • Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Squirrel programming • Understands customers, builds organizational credibility and develops new revenue sources • Sets goals and standards while finding solutions that are beneficial to guests and associates, while meeting deadlines that are decisive and achievement oriented Competitive Salary, Health & Dental Benefit Plan, Travel/Hotel Discounts and other cool fun perks! Please submit resume to the hotel Front Desk, Attention: Mike Brooks – Food & Beverage Manager, 3914-32nd Street, Vernon, BC or email resume to mike@rpbhotels.com. The BX Creek Bar & Grill is located in the B/W Plus Vernon Lodge & Conference Centre
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By Manfred’s Auto Body Experience preferred. Please fax resume to 250-549-1421 or drop off in person.
Duties and Responsibilities: • Plans, directs, supervises and controls all front of house operations, ensuring the highest level of product quality, presentation, and service is provided. • Responsible for beverage menu planning, beverage ordering, labour staffing and scheduling. • Assist in hiring, training and supervision of all front of house associates. • Oversees the adherence to Internal Audit Controls in all front of house departments • Assist in creating new restaurant marketing & promotional strategies to drive revenue • Monitors the responses of customer comments; identifies problem areas and formulates solutions. • Ensures customer concerns are addressed in a timely and professional manner. • Ensures accuracy & proper tracking of labour and time sheets. • Develops strategies and action plans to achieve set goals and objectives for the restaurant. • Participates in department head meetings. • Monitors performance of the department against approved budget; makes appropriate recommendations as necessary. • Provides exceptional guest service at all times.
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OLIVER Fruit House, 3496 Fitzgerald Rd, Kelowna is looking for farm workers for cherry harvest & general farm work. Seasonal, 40hrs/wk minimum, 7 days/wk weather permitting. $10.25/hr, Cherry harvest at piece rate. Email resumes to oliverfruithouse@shaw.ca
Full time Supervisor
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The BX Creek Bar & Grill Manager is responsible for maximizing customer satisfaction and restaurant profitability by overseeing all aspects of the restaurant operations.
George was born in Winnipeg, Man. on July 9, 1922, but most of his childhood was spent in Moose Jaw, Sask. He was married to a lovely lady, Margaret Harriott Webb for 58 years, who passed away in October of 2004. He was predeceased by his brothers John Mulvey of Moose Jaw, Sask. and Stewart Harrison of Regina, Sask. and is survived by his brother Desmond Harrison (Rose) of Richmond, BC. He is also survived by his two daughters Stacey Harrison of Wolseley, Sask. and Cathy Klukas (Arthur), of Vernon, BC, ¿ve grandchildren and six great-grandchildren: granddaughter Kimberley Steeves (Randy) and their children Brodie & Isla of Regina, Sask.; granddaughter Kendal Oswald (Chris) & their children Payton & Cole of Davin, Sask.; granddaughter Kelsey Tourigny (Mike) & their sons Dax & Dominic of Meadow Lake, Sask.; grandson Josh Engel of Vernon BC, and granddaughter Amanda Engel of N. Vancouver BC.
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BX CREEK BAR & GRILL MANAGER
It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of George Francis Harrison on April 25th, 2012, in Vernon, BC.
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BEER STORE RETAIL CLERK Three or four shifts per week (negotiable). Must have S.I.R. Organized, reliable, strong, open availability. Must have cash handling. Fax resumes to 250-549-6891 or email to squiresfour@shaw.ca
Required Immediately
Part Time Night Auditor/Desk Clerk Please apply in person to the front desk at the Village Green Hotel • 4801 - 27th St.
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Discovery Eye Care is looking for a highly motivated, professional and dedicated individual to provide exceptional customer service in a fast paced environment. Any opticians or optometric assistants with experience preferred but willing to train the right candidate. This is a full time position and will require working Saturdays. Optical and Health benefit package are provided. Please drop off your resume in person to Leanne Wickenheiser: 7 - 3100 35th Street, Vernon or email discoveryeyecare@shaw.ca.
Vernon Golf & Country Club Is now accepting resumes for:
Irrigation Technician We have an immediate opening for a
FULL-TIME LUMBER YARD MANAGER
for our busy retail/contractor yard. The successful candidate will have previous management experience and be knowledgeable in all aspects of lumber and building materials. This is a long-term career position and comes with a salary that is commensurate with experience. Also includes full benefits, RRSP’s and generous staff discount. Please send or bring in a resume with references to the store at 4601 – 27th street, Vernon, B.C. Attn: Store Manager
PIANO INSTRUCTOR SOUGHT
A position is open in September 2012 for a Piano Instructor at the Vernon Community Music School (vcmsonline.org). The successful applicant will have completed an ARCT and/or B Mus, be highly skilled in the instruction and performance of classical piano and have experience preparing students for RCM exams. VCMS is a highly unique and supportive environment and we require an enthusiastic team player. Please send your resume to 1705 – 32nd Avenue, Vernon, B.C., V1T 2J3 or e-mail it to vcms@shaw.ca. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Deadline May 14, 2012
For quali¿cations and details: visit our website www.vernongolf.com Under Employment Opportunities Click Golf Course Maintenance Groundskeeper / Irrigation e-mail: ray@vernongolf.com mail:
Vernon Golf & Country Club 800 Kalamalka Lake Road Vernon, BC V1T 6V2
or fax: 250-542-5468
Experienced Cooks (minimum 3 years experience) e-mail: chef@vernongolf.com No phone calls please Only short listed applicants will be contacted
DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES The District of Coldstream, with a population of 10,000, is seeking a knowledgeable and energetic individual to ¿ll this senior management position.
The award winning EMPLOY program, is currently seeking participants. Employ offers eligible youth (16 - 30 years of age) paid attendance, valuable certifications, a paid work experience, and an opportunity to become independent and self reliant. For more information, call Janet at Community Futures, 250-5452215, ext 215. The Government of Canada has contributed funding to this initiative
The position is responsible for directing and carrying out activities required for the management of development consistent with adopted plans, policies, bylaws, regulations and speci¿cations of the District. The successful applicant will be a graduate from a professional or technical program in community planning or a related discipline and will have at least ¿ve years local government experience including signi¿cant involvement in the approval of subdivisions. In addition, the successful candidate will be computer pro¿cient and knowledgeable in GIS. A detailed job posting and job description can be viewed on our website at www. districtofcoldstream.ca. Please submit your résumé and a covering letter by 4:00 pm on Friday, June 8, 2012, to: Mail:
Human Resources Department District of Coldstream 9901 Kalamalka Road Coldstream, BC V1B 1L6 Fax: 250-545-4733 Email: info@districtofcoldstream.ca 24/7 • anonymous • confidential • in your language
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ASSOCIATE Join our Iris Team. Iris Vernon is looking for an outgoing, hardworking individual. Experience an asset but not required. As a member of our team you will work along side Optometrist, fitting eyewear of the highest quality in the world of eyecare, helping to deliver exceptional customer service and performing administrative duties in a fun and professional atmosphere. Please drop off resume to Clara Mainville, Village Green Centre. No phone calls please. Iris is the largest eyecare provider in Canada with over 165 locations. www.iris.ca
ALEXANDER’S LIQUOR STORE
REQUIRES PERMANENT PART-TIME LIQUOR STORE CLERK Must be able to work a variety of shifts including Evenings and Weekends. SIR required. Experience an asset. Apply in person to 12408 Kal Lake Rd, Coldstream
A BUSINESS BOOMING Our expanding Kelowna company needs TEAM players for F/T work. NO experience necessary. Great opportunity for those willing to grow with our company. 2,500+/mo to start!
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Kelowna company doubling in size. Complete training provided. Must be 18+ years of age. Permanent positions, $2500+/mo to start. Promotions within 30-90 days. No Experience Needed. Call 250-860-3590 or email resume to info@plazio.ca
Is now hiring P/T Kitchen Staff. Some hours include: evenings, days & weekends. Apply in person 2501-53rd Ave Vernon or Email joeyg@c-lovers.com REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY FULL-TIME RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE PERSON IN ENDERBY.
Strong computer skills including Photoshop required. Real Estate experience an asset. Wage dependent upon experience. Call 250-550-4221
BARTENDER/ SERVER Min. of 2 yrs experience. Supervisory skills an asset. Must have positive attitude, integrity, honesty and a friendly outgoing personality. Apply in person with resume Attn: Pam at Checkers Bar & Grill BEST WESTERN PLUS Vernon Lodge & Conference Centre
3914 - 32nd Street, Vernon, BC ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call Harry Martens
or Marie Harding Estate Administrators, at 250-545-2136 to set up your FREE consultation in Vernon. Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 31 years experience.
BDO Canada Limited Trustee in Bankruptcy 202-2706 30th Street Vernon, BC V1T 2B6 Boom Truck/Crane Certified Class 1 Driver, union wages, Reply to Box 6 c/o The Morning Star 4407 25th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 Commercial Landscape maintenance company looking for part time physically fit experienced individual. Must have own transportation, grass trimming experience an asset. phone 250-307-1006 or email: hinokilandscape@hotmail.com Experienced Janitors needed for office cleaning immed. Transportation req’d. Fax resume to: 250-764-6460, Tel: 250-764-6466 Email: evergreenbuilding maintenance@gmail.com
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Employment Help Wanted DENTAL HYGIENIST. Have you always wanted to have the time you need to spend with your patients to attain a healthy result? We have a full time MATERNITY LEAVE position available in our modern, well-equipped office, with the possibility of continued work after. Please call 545-5604, or drop off a resume to Dr. Rex Hawthorne at 101-4005 27th street Vernon BC V1T4X9. E. L. Fox & Sons Plumbing & Heating Ltd. is seeking to hire a ticketed journeyman plumber / gasfitter. Successful applicant will be enthusiastic, proud of the trade and a dedicated professional. If you have these attributes and would like to be a part of our team, please forward your resume to foxandsons@telus.net, attn: Ted Fox Sr. by May 11th, 2012. EXPERIENCED Log Home Builders required for our production site in Lumby. Send resume to sales@canadianloghouse.com Attn: Peter. ICE TECHNICIAN/MANAGER The Enderby and District Curling Club is accepting applications for the position of Ice Technician/Manager. Start date approx. mid September, 2012. Previous experience is desirable. Possession of or willingness to obtain an “Ammonia Ticket” would be an asset. Salary is negotiable. Please forward resumes by e-mail to: bs2010@telus.net Phone: 250-838-0555 or 250-5508389 or refer to www.enderbycurlingclub.ca for full job duties. Deadline for applications is May 11, 2012. JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! No experience necessary, we will train. Must be 18+yrs. of age. Students Welcome. 250-8603590 Email:info@plazio.ca
LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED PT MEAT CUTTER
SUPER A LUMBY. Fax resumes to 250-547-2028 or email: sheardown34@shaw.ca call Scott 250-547-2236 Part time drivers wanted for Summer months to deliver and set up RV trailers through out Okanagan and Shuswap. Some cleaning required. Ideal for couples. Applicants must have own 1/2 ton or bigger vehicle. Serious enquiries only. Please call between 4-9pm weekdays. 250-545-3238. SAND BLASTER wanted in Winfield. Experienced. Please fax resume to 250-766-1350 or phone 250-862-1345 Wood Shed Manufacturer seeking production workers for FT employment. $11/hr training wage to start. Email resume: cohl@cedarshed.com
It’s spring! Go walking & listen to the birds while you deliver the paper! Consider being an independent carrier for The Morning Star. You will earn extra dollars three times a week to deliver our award winning community newspaper to the homes in your neighbourhood. Students & adults both welcomed!
EAST HILL RT 61 - 25 Ave & 16 St Available now RT 96 - 18 Ave & Pottery Rd Available now ENDERBY RT 902 - George & Belvedere Available June 1 Contact Donna Tuesday-Friday, 250-550-7901 for more info
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SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES Panorama Mountain Village is looking to fill a variety of summer positions. To see full job descriptions and apply go to www.panoramaresort.com/ employment
**A1. DUMP RUNS, MOVING, Yard cleanup, weed whacking, Reno’s. Paul @ 250-550-4256
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The Canadian Red Cross is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Community Planning & Response Coordinator in Disaster Management for the Kelowna office. For details please go to
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Experienced house cleaner avail., with Certified Janitorial course. 250-308-5645. Handymen: Repairs, Reno’s, Painting, Window Cleaning, pressure washing, Landscaping, dump runs.250-550-9099 No Job Too Small - Drywall finishing & sprayed ceilings. Call Vern at (250)307-7894. Painter looking for Part-time Work. Mondays & Tuesdays. Good References and Reliable. (250)542-9735 Semi retired male looking for caretaker handyman position, clean. Good Ref. Bondable. Own tools, vehicle & knowledge. Willing to relocate. Percy 780-454-0775.
Trades, Technical EXPERIENCED LAMINATE countertop installer required for shop based out of Vernon, serving the Okanagan Region. Willing to train the right person with related experience. Will require your own tools and transportation. Please fax resume to Ian 1- 250-260-3235
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SHEPHERD’S HOME HARDWARE BUILDING CENTRE - ARMSTRONG has an opening for a
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INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca
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TOPSOIL Native, beautiful unscreened, organic $250./load; Landscape rock also available, delivered in Vernon/Armstrong area. 250-503-8162
Excellent Grass & Timothy Hay, 65lb bales. $6.ea. Second cut, large squares, 20% protein, $190/ton, FREE LOCAL DELIVERY (250)5466648, 250-550-7394
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HANDYMAN SERVICE Renovations, bathrooms, laminate floors, ceramic tiles, minor plumbing, dump runs, install cabinet, counter tops and more. Reasonable Rates. Len (250)309-6858
FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
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Locally grown Pyramid Emerald Cedars 6’ to 7’ for $20. Other Junipers,Globes,Skyrockets,Golden Cedars & Yucca plants avail.250-542-6004.
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*1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449
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Shavings Sawdust Wood chips Hog fuel Bark Mulch Cedar Mulch Fir Mulch 10-40 Yard Loads • Ogo Grow
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I am the DUSTBUSTER: Home Cleaning Service, Discount for Seniors, 10yrs experience. References Available. (778)932-2315
Cattle manure for sale, composted or fresh. Fir bark mulch.$20 per yard on orders over 30 yards. 250-838-6630.
Higher Standards Home Cleaning, bonded,insured, reg w/Veteran Alice 250-5580840.
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Bulk potable water to fill your CISTERN, POOL, HOT TUB etc. 4 years servicing Vernon and area www.alpinewaterhauling.ca 250-938-4149
Livestock
Livestock
SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR - Regular & Screened Sizes -
REIMER’S FARM SERVICES
250-260-0110 Landscaping
Landscaping
WE DO IT ALL! • PC Hardware Troubleshooting • Virus, Spyware & Adware Removal • Computer Data Backup Arrangements • Hard Drive Data Recovery
JOIN THE GREEN TEAM!
14 years serving the community
Now hiring SEASONAL NURSERY WORKERS for seedling thinning, PRT ARMSTRONG & VERNON Nurseries.
KELPRO COMPUTERS
• Work begins mid May, lasting approximately 6 weeks
Financial Services
2804-33rd St. Vernon • 558-0033 • Fax 669-0561
Financial Services
SPRING HOURS Monday to Friday 8 - 6 PM Saturdays 8 - 5 PM Sundays 10 - 2PM
We load pickups, trailers, etc … and we deliver! • Screened Topsoil • Decorative Rock • Natures Gold Products • Bark Mulch • Manure and Peat • Sand and Gravel ACROSS FROM VERNON GOLF COURSE ENTRANCE
250.542.7520
609 KAL LAKE ROAD
Convenient IN TOWN Location • Delivery Available • FREE Onsite Loading
• Mainly piece work • Appropriate clothing required (outdoor work) • Full training provided Apply in Person between 8-4, Monday to Friday
250-542-8191
Housekeeping Grounds Sous Chef Apply on line at www.predatorridge.com w w w. p re d a t o r r i d g e . c o m
REDUCE REUSE RECYCLE
4620-23rd Street
PICK UP OR DELIVERY NOW OPEN Mon. to Fri. 8am to 5pm DECORATIVE ROCK Sat. 8am to 4pm WHITE DOLOMITE Sun. 9am to 4pm Closed statutory holidays. BLAST ROCK VISA, DEBIT, MASTERCARD, INTERACT, SENIORS DISCOUNT LAVA ROCK SLATE LANDSCAPE FABRIC BARK MULCH TOP SOIL MIXES SAND & GRAVEL www.justrocks.ca
JUST
HAY FOR SALE; Grass or Grass Alfalfa mix, Round bales $70 each, approx. 800lbs. Large square bales, 3x3x8, $160/ton. Delivery avail. on larger orders. 250838-6630 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.
Livestock Top Quality purebred 2 year old Hereford Bulls. 1-(250)577-3779 Pritchard BC
Pets END HOMELESSNESS & SUFFERING Call the Animal Care Society @ (250) 542-7203 or email heather@vernonanimalcare. com for info about our lifesaving programs: • spay/neuter • Feral cat trap/neuter/return • Spayed/neutered barn cat adoptions WE ARE NOT A SHELTER - WE HELP REDUCE THE NEED FOR A SHELTER Adorable Shih tzu puppies, 1st shots, dewormed, vet cleared, ready to go. $400.ea 1(250)545-9199 BOOSHAY’S TRAINING ACADEMY Novice obedience classes, all age & breeds welcome. New class June 14th. Enroll now, class fills fast. (250)558-5322
SHELTIE puppies, CKC Reg. 12wks, 2nd shots, dewormed, Micro chipped. 250-542-4977
Merchandise for Sale
Appliances #1 Choice, Fridge $160, Range $140. Many other items. We also buy appliances. Wayne 250-549-6649 Inglis Dryer in working condition, white, $50.obo (250)5583090 Inglis Super Capacity Washer & Dryer (white), like new, $300. for pair. (250)260-4222
Authorized Dealer www.vernonlandscape.com • Behind ICBC OFFICES, OFF SILVER STAR RD.
Now Hiring!
HAS to sell 300 round bale silage bales 4 ft 1000 + lbs Alfalfa grass mix Asking $ 30.00 or best offer Enderby Phone 250838-6684 roell@nowcom.ca
PUG pups, 3 females. 2 males, 1st shots. Ready May 10.$750.eaFirm 250-503-2354
• Topsoil • Bark Mulches • Decorative Rock • Flagstone • Landscape Supplies
PRT VERNON 7501 Bench Row Rd. Vernon prt.vr@prt.com
Good quality Hay, Grass mix, heavy square bales. Barn stored, no rain, (250)5429419, 250-309-5956
Dog Daycare & Boarding. Brand new facility, 5 minutes to DT Vernon. 250-306-1840 www.urbanK9canada.com
• With prospect of further summer work
PRT ARMSTRONG 668 St. Anne Rd. Armstrong prt.ag@prt.com
Pets & Livestock
250.541.0111 1.866.439.0111
ROCKS
NO ROCK TOO BIG NO PURCHASE TOO SMALL
186 GREENHOW RD., VERNON 1 KM NORTH OF SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND
Auctions BC LIVESTOCK is holding a ranch equipment auction Saturday May 12th 11A.M. @ The Johnson’s on Duck Range Rd. Pritchard. Equipment is showroom quality. Tractors, haying equipment, tools, tack, lots of good antiques. View Website at www.bclivestock.bc.ca F.M.I Call 250-573-3939
Farm Equipment 2 Feed bins 10 ton galvanized each. $1200. 250-838-0192. Cherry Hydro cooler, 2 compressors, 7.5hp & 5hp, stainless steel tank, 40-50 boxes per hour, good condition, $50,000obo, (250)498-9696
Firearms FIREARMS SAFETY & HUNTING COURSES PAL & CORE by Master Firearms instructor. Call Jim for dates and information at 250-275-6316
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HOME MAINTENANCE / RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION BILL’S HOME REPAIR • Painting (Exterior & Interior) • Wood, Chainlink, Vinal Fencing SINCE 1992
503-4606 • 558-3352 billshomerepair@hotmail.com
McLennan CONTRACTING
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
PAT 250-549-0784
RENOVATIONS • FRAMING SIDING • CONCRETE FORMING
Nu-Look Homeworks Complete Renovations * Repairs * Decks * Fences “Framing to Flooring”
Insured * References * Guaranteed
Ron Kleefman 250-309-0435
Mark of Excellence • Full Renovations • Cert. Vinyl Deck Inst. • All Your Reno Needs • Painting & Home Design
Mark Usselman • 250.308.9384 • mark.u@shaw.ca Supplier & Installer of Windows & Doors ~ 25 Years Experience
A-Z Renovations • Renos • Repairs • Home Projects • Kitchen • Bathroom • Electrical • Plumbing • Carpentry • 25 Yrs Exp
Call Robert
QUALITY BATHROOM RENOVATIONS INC.
TUB TO SHOWER • CUSTOM SHOWERS • TUBS VANITIES • COUNTERTOPS • SINKS • FAUCETS • TOILETS ACCESSORIES • TILING • DESIGN • PACKAGES
BADA BATHROOMS.COM
250-309-4802
250.308.6230
HANDYMAN
FENCING
HANDS Renovations & Repairs
LICENSED AND INSURED
CLEANING
ROOFING
Painting & Decorating Kitchens & Bathrooms Lawn & Garden Care
3D
Glendale Roofing & Renovations
TIM 250-307-8772
Vinyl Fences Chain Chain Link & Link, CedarCedar, FencesOrnamental / Cedar,Vinyl,& Composite Wood Decks Commercial & Residential Experiece •• Free FreeEstimates Estimates 15 Commercial & Residential• •15 12Years Years Experience
Quality Work Guaranteed
Chris … Phone/Fax 558-0590 • Cell 309-0410
Cleaning Services
* Quality Cleaning * Eco Friendly Products
Tannis 250-558-8552 tannismorrison@gmail.com
LAWN MOWING
Seniors Discount - Free Estimates - Emergency Repairs CALL AND BOOK NOW!
Cliff Battensby 250-308-1193
EXCAVATING & LANDSCAPING
LAWN MOWING Retired guy looking to keep busy. Reasonable rates for weekly or one time work. Call Warren 250-545-2298 or 250-306-3395
CONCRETE
BACKYARD BOBCAT SERVICE MIKE LEACH
250-309-2540
Russ Gauthier
ACCREDITED BUSINESS
250-503-7926
Email: russ@accurateconcrete.ca Web: www.accurateconcrete.ca
STUCCO
DRYWALL
CARWAY STUCCO
DAVIES DRYWALL
Stucco, Re-stucco & Repairs
CUSTOM HOME DRYWALLER NEW OR RENO BOARD, TAPE & SPRAY CALL KYLE 250-308-4663
Ph: 307-0387
LAWN AND GARDEN If You’re Stumped Call...
Okanagan Stump Grinding
HERE!
(250) 546-9815
• We are an ideal Alternative to Messy Excavations •
PRESSURE WASHING
250-306-0966
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
Masonry Vernon, BC • Phone/Fax: (250) 558-0995 cslmas@shaw.ca • www.cslmas.com
QUESTIONS?
18 year member of S.I.C.A. • Serving Vernon Since 1992
CONTACT CLASSIFIEDS AT
All Employees Registered Tradesmen CSL is also your full Stucco Contractor
LANDSCAPE & LAWN MAINTENANCE
LANDSCAPING
250-550-7900
GRANDSON’S
LLandscaping and Lawn Maintenance - Mowing, M trimming, hedging and personalized projects S - Senior discounts & free estimates
(778)-932-1025
North Okanagan’s only BBB accredited Masonry Contractor
MERIDIAN LAWN & GARDEN CARE
Landscape Renewals - Journeyman Gardener NO JOB TOO Offering Complete Lawn & Garden Care SMALL * Residential * Commercial * Strata mazerjan@hotmail.com SPRING CLEANUP & PRUNING NOW power raking & aerating 250-550-5386
Residential • Strata • Licensed • Insured • Block/ rock walls • Pavers • Stone patios/walkways landscape and maintenance • Irrigation 250 540 0202 • 778 475 4846 • Water features terryhill999@yahoo.com • Turf, etc.
Twin Hills
• Mowing/trimming • Pruning/planting • Hedge trim/shape • Small shrub removal • Tree removal • Garden recovery etc.
is here!
If you would like to advertise your Ask for a FREE Quote! HOT • COLD • STEAM • GRAFFITI REMOVAL Ph: 250-308-7940 www.mobilepressurewash.ca
HYDRAULIC REPAIRS/RENTALS INTERIOR MACHINE WORKS LTD.
250-550-7900
CSL
Repairs: Chimney, Block & brick Re New or Reno Construction N Natural Stone: New or Reno Q Qualifi ed Tradesman, 30 yrs Exp.
Free Estimates
FOR ALL YOUR PRESSURE WASHING NEEDS
CONTACT CLASSIFIED DEPARTMENT
PRO-FIT MASONRY PR
Contact Drayson at
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• EXCAVATING • LANDSCAPING • CHAIN LINK FENCING
www.backyardbobcat.com Email: backyardbobcat@hotmail.com
25 + years Experience • Raise & Level Sunken Concrete • Mudjacking • Polyurethane Lifting • Residential • Commercial • Free Estimates
MASONRY
We guarantee our workmanship at an affordable price
HYDRAULIC REPAIRS
RENTALS
Hose assemblies Fittings & Adaptors Quick Connectors Ph: 250-542-2371
Compactors Excavators/Loaders Landscape Equipment Ph: 250-542-2371
LAWN & GARDEN BUSINESS this is
THE PLACE FOR YOU!
OK Landing Lawn & Garden COMMERCIAL | RESIDENTIAL | STRATA
• Mowing, Aeration • Leaf Removal, Nutrient Management • Weeding, Pruning, Shrub & Hedge Shaping
Call Jake BUS. 250-503-1270 | CELL. 250-351-5478
Odyssey landscape
Call the classified department at
250-550-7900
• Landscape/Construction • Irrigation Installation • Synthetic Turf
Wade Miller
• Landscape Lighting • Rock/Block Retaining Walls • Water Features
www.odysseylandscape.ca
250.938.5480 wade@odysseylandscape.ca
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BOOKKEEPING
PAINTING
Brigitte’s Onsite
SIMPLY CEILINGS AND WALLS
BOOKKEEPING Service
DECKS & PATIOS
Repaints our specialty! • Walls • Doors • Windows • Trim • Textured Ceilings Painted - Repaired or Retextured GET MY ESTIMATE OR PAY TOO MUCH! Free Estimates • www.timetopaint.com or
• YOUR OFFICE OR MINE • FLEXIBLE HOURS Taking the guesswork out of bookkeeping
250-545-0883 250-306-6610
308-9783 549-5140
Plan your deck or patio project now and ENJOY IT this summer!
WHITESTONE
• PAINTING • RENOVATIONS • HANDYMAN
TOM: 308-8778
Top Quality Vinyl Decking Many Wood and Composite Options Custom Railings and Stairs E N T E R P R I S E S Superbly Finished Concrete Patios
Jed - (250) 306-7704
SUPERIOR DECK LTD
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549-0115
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Specializing in Eco Friendly Painting & Wall Art Joline 250.547.9865
Residential & Construction Vernon, Armstrong & Surrounding Areas Deron Sanderson
250.306.2679
Pressure Washing Drywall & Woodwork Restorations Seniors Save $$!
250-307-5685
Now With Ultra Pure Water Cleaning System
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
250-550-7900
8900 for an average bungalow. Manual. No mess. Reliable. Professional. Call Jim 778-475-4801 (Vernon) $
250-307-3760 www.clearfxwindowcleaners.com
Marcel Labrecque, Owner/Operator
KITCHEN CABINETS!! www.odws.ca
YOUR BUSINESS BELONGS
KV Fairglass is the authorized dealer for Milgard Windows in the North Okanagan
Conta Cla ct the Depa ssiďŹ ed 250-5 rtment at 5
Ask about MILGARD’S LIFETIME WARRANTY
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Medical Supplies
Misc. for Sale
Sporting Goods
For Sale By Owner
Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240
NEED BUILDING PLANS New or renovation. Call Okanagan Blue Print. 250-558-8791
BMX bike, 20in, dark blue, front and back brakes, trapper XG. $75. obo. 250-540-6354.
1000 sq. ft., 1 1/2 baths, full basement, 2 bedrooms up 1 down, quiet cul de sac in South Vernon, near schools, new laminate ooring, new siding, updated kitchen, nicely landscaped, $305,000. Phone # 250-545-5562
ChesterďŹ eld loveseat combo, light brown, almost new. 5 piece 4 chairs & glass table top. Priced to sell. 250-5453389. KING size pillowtop boxspring & mattress. Brand New! Worth $1300,sell $495 250-550-6647 New Couch, Recliner, 2 side tables, Coffee Table & 4 Lamps. (250)545-8638 PILLOWTOP mattress, box. Queen. Brand New! MFR warranty. Worth $1100, sell $390 250-550-6647
Garden Equipment Craftsman 16hp, 42� cut, like new, $700, 1 (250)546-6968 SPRINKLER pipes-50 lengths 2�x30’ with heads $20 each. Sprinkler pump 2hp electric $200.00 (250)762-8617
Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs�20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217
Medical Supplies Wanted: Thornless Blackberry Canes. 1 (250)546-8999
BUY-SELL-CONSIGN Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. www.doddsauction.com.
CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259
1hp 10� heavy duty table saw, 10� radio alarm saw Lrge wrought iron & wood table w/6 chairs. Good cond. 250-5031206. 6� Delta Jointer, 46� bed, c/w braking wheel roller base, Used 1x, $450 250-546-2777 Adjustable Bed Frame, $45. (250)545-3175 Barn Board BIRD HOUSES: 1’to 4’ Tall From $50 and up. A MUST SEE! Call Susie @ (250)542-0364 Blue Hide-A-Bed $200.; Honda Self Propelled Lawn Mower $100.; 24’ Adjustable Aluminum Ladder $50.; Electric Weedeater $20.; N.G. BBQ $75.; (250)549-4564 Char-broil BBQ with smoker /Grill uses charcoal,has cover, $50.obo Ken (250)542-9471 Citizen Silver 27� TV, works great $50.obo (250)260-8997 Double Stainless Steel Sink $25. (250)558-7988 EVEN MOM’S ZIPLINE! Get GIFT CERTIFICATES for any occasion emailed from www.OyamaZipline.com or call us tollfree 1-888ZIP-at-OZ
LADIES R.H. golfclubs, Full Irons & metal woods, lots of extras, $225 (250)542-2675 Misc house plants, Perennials, Climbing rose, hibiscus, spider plants, banana plants. (250)545-3667 Necky Sky-2, 2 person Kayak. accessories incl, good condition, $600 (250)542-2534
No REFUNDS on 1 week ClassiďŹ ed word ads. TOP DOLLAR PAID Removal, Scrap Cars & Metals, large or small, Farm & Industrial Equipment, & Complete Property Reclamation. Used Tire Sale (250)540-4815 Vacuums, Electrolux Ambassador, Tri-Star & Filterqueen all with power head, Hose & Tools. $250 ea. Guaranteed 250-549-3352 Vacuums, Electrolux, FilterQueen, Kenmore all with power head, Hose & Tools. $100 ea Guaranteed 250-549-3352 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240
Misc. Wanted CASH - I buy Pellet guns, working or not. Curley’s Trading Post, Enderby Flee market. 250-804-8698 Local Coin Collector buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic, Gold & Silver Coins. Call Chad 250-863-3082 Military Collectable’s, Medals, Badges, Uniforms, Etc., Simon’s Coins, #5 2906-32nd St, Vernon, (250)308-1522 Paying Cash for Gold & Silver coins, bars & jewelry, Simon’s Coins #5 2906-32nd St. Vernon 250-308-1522 WANTED: 5 or 6’ Brush cutter, or for a 3pt hitch farm tractor, (250)546-8630 Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556 Wanted: Rowing Exercise Machine. Please call Myron (250)558-5600
Real Estate Acreage for Sale $164,020 11.8 acres cabin Arrow Lakes area 250-269-7328 Pic’s email selkirk8@telus.net 3 Acres, Whitevale Area, Lumby. Flat, trees, drilled well, Services to driveway. Price $230,000.00 + HST OBO. 250-547-6932. HOBBY FARM 9.96 Acres, 3-bdrm, log house, full basement, all cleared land, $459,900 10min Northwest of Vernon. (250)546-8630
For Sale By Owner
• Installations • Wood windows • Vinyl - Fiberglass - Aluminum • All milgard windows c/w Suncoat Lowe Glass • Free Estimates ‌ 2 to 3 Week Delivery
Toll Free 1-800-661-8003 1044 Middleton Way, Vernon • 545-6096 • Fax (250) 545-1977
Firewood/Fuel
Misc. for Sale
Showroom 2001 - 43 St, Vernon BC • 250-542-1294
New Construction or Renovations
FIREWOOD FOR SALE We have apple, birch, ďŹ r or pine. Delivery available. 250-260-7932
New Labbatts leather golf bag. $60.New RBC nylon bag w/stand, $40. PVC travel case w/locks. $30. 250-542-1489.
by Norelco
Renovation Specialists - We Can Do It! NEW Quality Professional Installations
HERE!
Eave ‘n Flow Eavestrough Cleaning
Washing windows & sills up to 5 storeys VERNON - LUMBY - ARMSTRONG - OYAMA
250-550-4598
Windows, Doors & now...
EAVESTROUGHS • Homes • Water Stain Removal • Commercial • Construction Clean
250-212-3075
WINDOWS & DOORS
250-938-9082 www.pro-painters.ca
TERRY’S PAINTING Interior & Exterior Pros! Homes - OfďŹ ce - Business
Vernon • Salmon Arm
15124 Middle Bench Road, Oyama, BC V4V 2C4 • Fax: 250-548-4045
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
window cleaning
Kelowna • WinďŹ eld
www.pureearthinspireddesigns.ca
INTERIOR • EXTERIOR • NEW CONSTRUCTION CEILINGS • TEXTURED OR PAINTED REPAINT • STUCCO • VINYL • WOOD (Minor Repairs) JACK 250-308-2870 cell
Brighter Outlook
VINYL DECKING • ALUMINUM RAILING
Independent Benjamin Moore Consultant
JACK WESSELL PAINTING
WINDOW CLEANING
Furniture
www.tcr-enterprises.com
1080sqft 2bed/2bath condo 3705-30th Ave. $189,900 OKhomeseller.com #26730 Fresh paint - Move in ready. OPEN HOUSE Sundays 1-4 250-545-2983 or 545-1130
Houses For Sale
DISTRESS SALES
FREE computerized printout of foreclosure properties
20x50’ House, to be moved before July 1st. Open to offers until May 15. For further information call (250)546-8999
www.OkanaganForeclosures.com
Garage Sales
Garage Sales
Houses For Sale
Houses For Sale
FIRST TIME BUYERS
$
Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes for under $1000/month (+ 5% down) www.VernonFirstTimers.com Vernon
250-549-7258 Beautiful 5-bdrm Rancher, on park-like, .26acres, Close to Downtown, Made to suite. walk-out bsmt, lrge Rec room, media room, master bdrm with ensuite, fruit trees, garden, workshop, carport, RV parking. $364,900. Open House Sunday 1-4. 4728 Heritage Drive. (250)503-1926
419,900
Brand new 2500 sq ft home. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. Triple car garage. All appliances included. Close to schools, parks, lake.
250-558-4795 FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS
Misc. for Sale Check out our May Specials on the web www.briteland.com
Vernon
Misc. for Sale Assorted Pkg. Onion Sets
250-549-7258 $ Farm & Garden Mon. - Sat. 8:30 - 5:30 Now Open Sundays 10:00-4:00
250-545-3420 Houses For Sale
2 FOR
5.00
Bedding plants, ground cover & seeds in stock
Houses For Sale
LOOKING TO BUY REAL ESTATE? GARAGE SALE DEADLINE
3:00 pm Wednesday Make sure to include : Address, Date and Time GARAGE SALE - good stuff! Saturday May 5th, 9am - noon 3701 19th Street (East Hill),
MULTI-FAMILY Garage Sale Sunday, May 6th 902 - 36th Avenue 8am Sharp No Early Birds Assorted Household Items, Ping Pong Table, Coffee Table, Tools, Paints, Decorative Items, etc.
has more properties for sale in the North Okanagan than all other real estate companies combined.* market daily.
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Why not call a agent today at Vernon 250-549-4161; Armstrong 250-546-3119; Lumby 250-547-9266; Enderby 250-838-0025 (Not intended To Solicit Properties Currently Listed For Sale) *OMREB MLS North Okanagan Listings 12/31/10
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Apt/Condo for Rent
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Duplex / 4 Plex
LIVINGTON PLACE
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon
EMBERS & ARLINGTONS
2BDRM suite in 4plex, level entry, newly reno’d, close to Multiplex. W/D, F/S, N/S, N/P. Avail.March 1 $900/mo. +util. 250-545-4461 250-503-7296 3bdrm, NS, pets allowed, $985/mo +util. Avail Immed, 250-558-9047 4400 18th Ave MISSION Hill, 1 MONTH FREE. 2 bdrm suites $800 avail now & $900 avail May 1st. W/D, fridge/stove. Incl utils. N/P. 250-306-6996
5429 Learmouth Road $482,000 Beautiful 5.7 acre property in ALR; 2+ bedrooms, 2 bathrooms tastefully decorated; fenced pasture, rolling hills, character home lovingly built. Floor to ceiling windows provide spectacular mountain/valley view. Upper loft is perfect for guest bedroom or sewing/craft activities. Efficient kitchen space and walk out to wrap around deck on main level. Separate basement entrance with walk out to pasture. Sloping driveway to entrance way, with 2 car detached garage, RV parking, greenhouse and irrigation shed with sink and plumbing. Raspberries provide income for farm classification. Full underground irrigation to raspberry bushes. Could support horses. Call Martha to view today 778-363-2003 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MAY 6 & 13 - NOON - 2PM. Come for a burger or hot dog! ******* OKHomeseller.com Where smart sellers meet smart buyers! View Thompson Okanagan properties for sale.// Selling? No Commission. (250) 545-2383 or 1-877-291-7576
Coyote Crossing Villas PHASE 3 NOW OPEN 10 mins. to downtown Vernon, Boat Launch, Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club, O’Keefe Ranch just minutes away. Custom order your new home today!
832-6699
(250)
www.countrysidemanufacturedhomes.com
Open Houses Open House 5812 Teal Drive. Today, Sun, May 6, 1-2:30pm 3000sqft, 6-bdrm, Fulton area. Priced Reduced to $449,900.
LIVESTOCK HAULING Reliable and committed Call Paul:
250-938-0868
Mobile Homes & Parks Lumby 12x60 Mobile home, 2bdrm, new appl’s & furnace, new roof, For seniors or families. $27,500. Gov’t assisted Mortgage, low down payment. Pad rent $275. (250)547-9279.
Rent To Own
SUPER-SIZED RENT-TO-OWN Bright Family-Sized Eat-in Kitchen/Dining New appliances / Cabinets / Paint Lovely Home on Quiet Tree-Lined Street Credit problems OK. Call 1-877-509-9009 or get info at www.okeefe2.com O’KEEFE2 Team @ OK West Realty Corp., Vernon
Apt/Condo for Rent
NORTHLAND PROPERTIES Adult Living in a secure building. On-site manager, 1 bedroom suite with AC and balcony, 3 appliances and access to pool and restaurant, underground parking. No smoking. No pets. $
695.00
250-260-1162
Best location for Great living Homes for Rent
Homes for Rent
Starting at $750 2 bdrm/1 bath 2 bdrm/2 bath 3 bdrm/1 bath
3611 27th Ave., +40 Adult, Secure Building, No Pets, No Smoking, Covered Parking, Elevator, Cable Incl.
Large suites, soundproof, outside entrance, onsite laundry, A/C, D/W, walking distance to Safeway, Downtown, and Schubert Centre, 45+ building.
250-503-7315 250-545-7251
CIVIC PLACE
VALLEYVIEW APARTMENTS 1604 31st Street
45+ Building 2 Bedroom • NS/NP • Heat and Water Incl. • Fresh Paint, Very Clean • Parking • Coin Laundry • Balcony • Elevator
250-503-7315 1 bedroom $600.00 quiet adult building. No smoking, drugs, parties or pets. Sorry! Hydro not incl. References please. Call 250-558-5020.
Rent To Own
Apt/Condo for Rent
3611 TH AVE 27 2 Bdrm Apartment,
Horizon Apartments 1903 - 31A Street
■ 1 Bedroom from $550 ■ Adult 40+ ■ N/P ■ N/S ■ Balcony ■ Coin Laundry ■ Covered Parking ■ Close to Hospital
250-558-9696 Apartment for Rent
55+, no pets. Walking distance to Downtown Safeway. Top floor 2 bdrm,1 bath. In-suite laundry. UG parking. Secure entrance. Elevator. $800/month + damage deposit +utilities. Cable, phone not included. Available immediately. Call Kelly to view 250-306-8725 1&2bdrm, adult building, Downtown, f/s, $600-$750./mo Avail now. 250-260-8454
250.558.8261
Starting at $750 2 bdrm/1 bath 2 bdrm/2 bath (2 bdrms in this are offset)
Secure entrances, onsite laundry, A/C, D/W, close to library, Performing Arts Centre, Downtown, and Vernon Square Mall.
250.558.8261
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1, 2, & 3 BEDROOM Senior oriented building Across from Schubert Centre Heat/hot water included Inside Scooter parking. Call Mike
250-542-8989
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250-309-1742 • Bachelor suite, shared washroom, furnished, TV. $500 incl utilities & cable TV. vernonhomes.ca/forrent
• 2 bdrm bsmt suite of home. Laminate floor, own yard, pet friendly, central, FS, WD. $850.
GREAT VIEW 2 bdrm, 2 bath, view to OK Lake, F.S., DW, A/C, on-site laundry. Available immediately. $750/mo. Sorry, NS.
250-542-5580 GREEN VALLEY ESTATES Armstrong
Seniors 55+ 1 & 2 bedroom Apartments Walk to downtown From $733 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158
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Hawthorn Lane Renovated condos with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon. Affordable family living. In-house manager. Ask about rental incentives. 2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:
250-503-1257 A New Tradition of Quality Living
The CLIFFS 2 bedroom units available Reasonable rent includes F/S, DW, A/C, heat, hydro, hot water, in-suite laundry and designated parking. N/S, N/P Great quality living in a clean and spacious secure building. On-site Resident Manager.
$595. Cozy, clean, 720 sq. ft., 1 bdrm garden apartment. Close to all amenities. You have your own park. NP, References required. 250-542-7723 to view.
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250-542-1701 1Bdrm, East Hill, Lakeview Manor, hardwood floors, n/p, n/s, on-site laundry. May 1, 250-260-5870. 1bdrm, level entry, quiet convenient location near Schubert Center & bus route. Includes cable TV, parking, f/s, n/s, 50+, $620. Call 250-309-3763 2 bdrm + office. Large (+1000 SF) bright corner unit, in suite laundry. Be 1st to enjoy complete renovation. Mature adult, NS Prop. $875 - Ask for Long Term Discount! 250-309-2000 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Apt in Quiet Bldg, F/S Included N/P, $695/mo Plus Utilities, Call 250-308-8500 2 bedroom condo at Creekside, Silver Star, May-Dec. Includes all utilities except phone and internet 675/month. 250-260-0281. 3bdrm, 1.5bath, level entry, 5appl, Alexis Park area, $1000 June 1. 250-558-5420. 6min from Enderby Newly Reno’d Bachelor Suite, with f/s. $550, avail now 250-517-8657 Belmonte Apartments, new mgmt, reno’d 1bdrm. 30yrs+ seniors welcome. 250-307-0937.
Bright, Clean, 2-Bdrm Apt in Downtown Area, Fridge, Stove, Heat & Hot Water Included, Pay Laundry, No Pets, $725/mo, Call 250-308-8500
CALL ABOUT RENT INCENTIVES 1bdrm, 1bdrm + den, f/s, d/w, a/c, balcony, secure prkg, adult oriented, n/p. 250-545-5773 Enderby, clean quiet 1 & 2 bdrm, Laundry facility. 250308-9299
1 bdrm - close to downtown & Schubert, - N/S; N/P; Seniors. 250-275-8066
RENT INCENTIVE RICKFORD MANOR 1 & 2 bdrm - 38th Street & 27th Avenue; N/P; N/S; Adults; 250-275-8066 Large 1bdrm, $550-$650, close to Rec Centre, no dogs. 250-307-4948, 250-545-8443. LARGE 2bdrm apt. $800/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail. Now. 250-869-9788 MOUNTAINVIEW PLACE 3700 28A St. 1 bdrm downtown, secure bldg, balcony w/nice city view, recently renovated, dw, f/s, a/c Avail May 1, NS $700/mo 250-558-2928 No REFUNDS on 1 week Classified Word ads. Redecorated 1bdrm suite $675.; & 2 bdrm suite $850. in DT secured building, elevator, unequaled insuite storage. Pet & child friendly, Call Jo to view 250-540-7961. Starting at $700+hydro, 1bdrm, 2-bdrm/1 bath, 2-bdrm/2 bath, 3-bdrm. 2 areas in downtown Vernon. 250-558-8261
Commercial/ Industrial COMMERCIAL/ WAREHOUSE SPACE
Convenient downtown location, approx. 2000 sq. ft, heated overhead door & man door. Call (250) 308-8500
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon 2400 sq. ft. across from Central Hardware, great exposure. Available April 1. $1600 gross lease.
250-542-5580 LOADING DOCK ACCESS and overhead door - 2160’ $1,574 per month GROSS Also 1440’ - $1,050/mo. GROSS Call Ray @ 250-549-0198
Cheap Outside Storage, Cars, Trucks, Boats, RVs, Semis Anything at all. Fenced area, (250)549-0141
COMMERCIAL/OFFICE SPACE IN LAKE COUNTRY 1100sq’ Office space for lease. Reception area, four offices, coffee/ storage room. Located on Beaver Lake Road, 1 1/2 blocks from Highway 97. Easy access. Offstreet parking. $1100.00/month +utils. Lease negotiable. Phone:(250)766-3700 Up to 5000 sq ft of shop, warehouse, office space for lease, Hwy frontage, large yard. (250)306-3203
Cottages / Cabins NATURE LOVERS, small 1 bdrm cottage, $600 mo + utils. N/S, N/P, cable access, 15K to Silver Star. (778)475-5543.
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3 Bedroom Unit. N/S, N/P. Great view of Swan Lake. 1 year lease. Available June 1st. $895 per month. Call Rose @ 250-549-0665 or John @ 250-550-0234 2 Brdm, upper, four-plex, laundry hook-ups, N/S, small animals okay, $800/mo + utilities. June 1st. Heidi 250-550-5832
2-bdrm, 1-bath, Ok.lakeview, deck, newly reno’d, f/s, w/d hookup, carport, n/s, n/p, Ref, $700+util (250)542-0892 2bdrm in 6-plex, f/s, ac, storage lrg yard, n/s, n/d $850/mo. (250)306-0996, (250)308-9108 2bdrm, quiet ground level, walk to shopping, private fenced yard, w/d hookup, cat ok, no dogs. $775. 250-5424317 or 250-308-9738. 3bdrm+garage, Harwood area N/P. $1275 + 60% utils or $1400. all inclusive. Avail June 1. 250-869-9788.
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Mobile Homes & Pads 2bdrm mobile, $650/mo. In Lumby or 5th Wheel $500/mo 250-309-6361, 250-547-6362 Modular Home 2bdrms, ac, gas heat, 5-appl, fenced yard, n/p, n/s, in seniors park. 55+, very clean. $700.+util, DD $350.Call John (778)475-1929
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VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon EAST HILL 1 + 2 bdrm wartime house on 15th Street. Neat & clean, big fenced yard, full bsmnt, F.S., W.D. Available May 1. $995/mo. Sorry, NS, small pet okay.
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• 2 bdrm townhome, Arbor Lee (Alexis Park). Recently reno’d, looks great, large living area, new AC wall unit, dedicated parking, small deck, FS, WD. $800. • 2 bdrm lower suite, Mission Hill, pet friendly, laminate floors, driveway parking, own yard, central, utilities incl. $850. • 2 bdrm spacious right side of duplex, recently renovated. Fenced yard, unfinished basement. NP, NS. $1,000.
vernonhomes.ca/forrent • 3 bdrm townhome, Arbor Lee (Alexis Park) 1½ bath, laminate floors, dedicated parking, 1200 sq ft, 5 appl, good shape, NP. $950. 1*, 4 bed superb fully furnished and equipped Silver Star ski chalet. April 1 to Oct 31, $1190. pm ianaheath@yahoo.ca 1bdrm House w/creek in back, Falkland, 2924 Seaman Rd. $675/mo. 250-308-0793 2-bdrm Townhouse in Vernon, 2.5-bath, fully furnished, Avail May27,hardwood floors, 6appl, patio & yard, 1yr lease req $825 55+ complex, n/s, small pet ok, Mike (250)545-1840 2-bdrm with loft, home in Lumby, w/d, f/s, incl water & garbage pickup, pet friendly, Ref Req, $1000/mo+$500 DD, n/s, (250)550-9280 3-bdrm, large home, nice view, main floor, on 6acres, by Vernon Airport, n/s, n/p, w/d, Ref Req, $1100/mo (250)549-6992
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BRAND NEW 1bdrm suite, $700 incl utils, n/s, n/p, Avail Now. (250)545-6181 CLEAN and bright 2 bdrm 1 bath basement suite downtown Vernon area. Separate entrance. Includes gas heat. $800. 250-549-3338 to view. East Hill, 2bdrm basement suite, 2 blocks from Silver Star Elementary, n/p,n/s, shared util w/laundry. $850 250-5505413 or 250-542-0995. Enderby (rural) 2bdrm, patio & garden area $1000. incl all util, sat/int., 250-558-9171 Just off S.Star Rd. 1-bdrm walkout w/mtn/lkview, fully furn, & equipped, util/wifi/sat tv incl, $750/mo, (250)558-7728 Lrge bright 1 bdrm suite, level entry,on acreage, in Coldstream, harwood & tile flooring, n/s,n/p. $750 incl util.,250542-8381. New 2bdrm daylight suite, 6 appl. priv entry/deck, n/s, n/p $850/mo+dd. 250-558-8823 Pleasant bachelor suite, quiet acreage location off Silver Star, parking,n/s, n/p.$525 includes util.,250-542-8553.
Beautiful 3bdrm Vernon townhome, $1050 + util., g/f,pool, close to beach, shopping & bus, n/p, n/s. John 250-3073119.Pictures http://gallery.me.com/jsbuller/100011
2001 1100 V Star, 13,372 km & 2002 1400 Intruder 18,000 km, $4500.each 8’5”x10’ Tilt trailer $1200.; 250-545-5530
1998 Wilderness trailer, 22’ spotless, good cond, everything works. 250-545-8789. 2007 Spring dale(Keystone) 29’ travel trailer, full slide, $15,995. 250-549-4647. 2009 28’ Cougar 5th wheel. 1 super slide, Arctic pkg, transferable warrenty. $26,000. 250-765-1633 2010 22’ TrailSport Travel Trailer, as new, Call for details 14,900.obo 250-558-0176 8’ Citation Camper, very good cond, well equipped, 250-3069385
4bdrm, 2.5 bath, fenced yard, a/c, East Hill, n/s, n/p, June 1, $1500.+util. (250)549-0738 4-bdrm, 2-bath, older home in Lumby, $900 + util, n/s, n/p, Avail June 1. (250)547-2498 4bdrm, 2 full bath, w/d, $1300 pm + util, 250-549-8463. 4bdrm, executive home, furnished, Silver Star, n/s,n/p, $999 + util., May 1-Nov30. 250-558-5045. FALKLAND: 4 bed, 2 bath house with fenced backyard. 1 pet only. $1100 +utilities. (250) 306-9025 HOME East Hill, Close to schools, Recently Renovated All Hardwood 3 Bedrooms Upstairs, Downstairs Washer & Dryer, Double Garage, Deck, Fenced Yard, $1150/Month Plus All Utilities, $550 D.D. May 15. 250-545-5613
Large 3bdrm, 1.5-bath South Vernon area, lg kitchen, big yard, $1100+util avail. immed, 250-307-4948, 250-545-8443, North BX, very nice view, 5bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, ns/np $1550 +util., avail April Now. 250-558-2988 Unique opportunity $1800 + Util. New exec home on 6 acres, 20 min E. of Lumby w/Shuswap River access., 3bdrm, 3 bath, den & pantry, unfin bsmt, incl 6 appl, f/p, a/c, b/vac & sat, n/s, pets neg. Ref req, lease, avail June 1. 250-547-8896 250-351-5635. Upper Easthill near school, 4bdrm , 2bath, 5appl, reno’d, 2 gas f/p, a/c, single family, quiet cul-de-sac,n/s, $1500+ util, Avail June 1st. (250)542-1434 Winfield, 3 bdrm, 2 bath house, quiet area, $1295 + util.,n/s, n/p,250-548-3378.
1bdrm, newly renovated, D.T. $450 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644 FURNISHED mobile near Armstrong.Lg master bdrm,walkin closet,ensuite,private deck.Utilities,internet incl.Lg yard w fire pit. Pets neg. Walking distance to Kohler etc. for work.$600/mo.Avail now 250 309-7560
Private Room in large family home overlooking Swan Lake, all inclusive (except your food) must like dogs, suit self sufficient person, $500.00 avail immediately. Call Susan 250309-0483 to view. Share quiet home, central, bus, n/drugs, refs. DD, $390. +util 250-549-7418, 307-9407
Storage RESIDENTIAL & Commercial Storage, Downtown Vernon, Secure, Heated, 10x10, Avail Immed $70/mo 250-542-5003
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Lakeview Seniors Care home, rooms avail, meals, housekeeping, respite & more, on bus route. Info 250-306-0734.
1 a Avail Immed, 2-bdrm, Daylight, f/p, close to town, 1/3 acre, R.N. (250)542-0060 1-bdrm bsmt suite, lakeview, n/s, n/p, util & cable incl, $600/mo (250)545-1201 1bdrm,BX area, lrg basement suite, n/s,n/p,util & cable incl., above ground, $650. 250-3071656 or 778-475-4145. 1-bdrm level entry, completely reno’d, 40+bldg, large tree’d backyard, hot water incl, N/S only, N/P $600. 250-545-1220 1bdrm, mtn/lake views, Pv.entry, W/D DW, NS/NP, storage, parking, near college,Spacious $725/mo. 250-938-2679. 1-bdrm, newly reno’d, util, internet & t.v. incl, w/d,n/p,n/s sep driveway $725. 250-5031931 1bdrm-studio, newly reno’d, sep ent, ns/np, parking, DT, $599. incls util. 250-308-1917 2bdrm, 1bath ground level np, Avail Now $880 incl util. 250307-8009 2-BDRM, Armstrong, with laundry, newly reno’d., ns, np, $750 util/incl, Apr 15 or May 1 250-546-3309, 250-306-4356 2-bdrm, Avail June 1, clean, level entry, n/s, n/p, 38th Ave. (250)545-5841 2BDRM daylight basement suite, in Okanagan Lake View Home. 2min. to Kin Beach, Sep.Patio & Entry, Priv. Laundry, F/S, D/W, N/P, N/S. $875/mo plus DD. Ref’s req’d. 604-316-8517. 2bdrm +den, pet friendly, lrg bright, sep entry, shared laundry, util incl., $1,000pm. 250558-7068. 2-bdrm, near Fulton, $1000 util, cable, internet incl Avail Immed, Kalen (778)475-0540 2bdrm new 1400sqft suite w/ private entry on Deep Creek Rd. N/S, Avail May 15, $700.incl hydro. 250-308-7984 2-bdrms, W/D, F/S, references needed, n/p, n/s, util incl, $800 (250)545-3269. Seniors discount. 2-bdrm upper suite, 1100sqft, $950, Satelitte Inc, Avail June 1, Call Brian, (250)306-0778 2 bdrm walk out basement suite f/s/ and w/d fireplace, no dogs, no parties, no children. Available June 1 $900 incl utilities (not cable/internet) on bus route. 250 308-0675 sec deposit required. 2 Bd walkout, lake vw, jet tub, quiet, pv entry, exec home, beach, shar laund, $950 incl util/cab/int, n/s, off Tronson, mature person 250-503-3891 Bachelor unit, newly reno’d, $575 incl util & cable. D.T. locat, N/S, N/P, 250-549-0644
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Motels,Hotels 1bdrm, quiet, non smoker, kitchenette, 1 person, weekly/monthly $630 250-558-6837
Office/Retail 1500sqft. was a Bistro, could be again, or Office/Retail in Enderby by River, price negotiable. (250)307-5417 Office space for lease at: 4607-23rd Street, up to 6,500 sq.ft, 22 parking stalls included. $8./sq.ft.-triple net. Newly renovated. Reception counter in front office if needed. Call (250)549-2653 or cell 250260-0638
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Seasonal Acommodation Silver Star house w/ 2 suites; 5bd & 1bd. No smoking/pets. www.silverstarskichalet.com 1-800-894-0554
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98 Yamaha XV1100 Virago black cruiser.46,000 km.CB.Engine guards.Good Dunlop tires.Chrome kit.Leather bags.Motomaster charger.Clymer manual.Mutant helmet XS.$8000.Wendy.250-550-5510.
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Auto Accessories/Parts 2005 Shortbox Canopy, fits GMC or Chevy, white, $750 obo, (250)545-7034 RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty. 250-542-2685. WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250-546-9055.
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Cars - Domestic 2004 Z06 Corvette 405 hp 6 speed 29,000. kms 37,500. phone 542-8317. 2009 Pontiac G3, 5-spd, 4-dr hatchback, 66K, exc. economy $6100. 1 (250)548-3484
Cars - Sports & Imports 2005 Honda S2000, 82K, car cover, service manual, exc/ cond $20,995. (250)542-6915 2007 Toyota Matrix, 5-spd, ac, economical, 122K, exc cond. $9,700. (250)545-3511
Fox Motorcross boots, size 6, $75. Fox Motorcross pants blue & white, size 28. $40.Both in excellent condition. 250-549-1489 Fox Motorcross boots, size 6, $90. Fox Motorcross pants blue & white, size 28. $40.Both in excellent condition. 250-549-1489
Recreational/Sale 1980 Okanagan 8ft camper with bathroom, exc cond. $2000.firm (250)546-8111, 250-262-1559 1981 Chevy 18’, ClassC motorhome, 145,000kms, nice condition, $7500, 250-558-7888 1988 Vanguard/Ford 460 FI. Class C, 27ft., rear bdrm, twin beds. Must see, exceptional condition for age. Very clean, comfortable, many new items ie: Coach battery, near new tires, 96,000km. Asking $10,500 OBO. Call 250-7638004 or edwatson@shaw.ca 1991 27’ Ford Vanguard Motorhome. very clean, all appl work perfectly, Flat screen tv, walk around bed, mechanically mint condition, Automatic transmission/overdrive. Only 91,000kms, Asking price $9,950 (250)545-3238 1998 21 ft Four Winds, low kms, chev chassy, $24,000. obo Call Rod. (250)540-2655
Scrap Car Removal 1AA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Min $60 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 250-899-0460 Scrap Batteries Wanted We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288
Sport Utility Vehicle 1979 GMC C5 Jimmy Frame off restoration 10 yrs ago, Removable Top, New 350 crate motor, Aamco rebuilt tranny w/shift kit. Beltech lowering kit, Cowel induction hood, Autometer gauges, 20” rims, 06 Sierra 40/20/40 front seat. Head rest TV’s, CD/DVD Player, JBL speakers + 2 10” Sub & Amp. 1000’s invested w/receipts. MUST SELL! $5500 OBO Call 778-4754843
Trucks & Vans 1985 Ford 1ton, moving van, 14’ box, with rear lift door, very good cond, V8 auto, $2900 (250)546-8630 1994 Chev 4x4, 1/2-ton, V6, one owner, $2000, (250)5455530 2004 Montana Mini Van, new rebuilt trans - 1yr warranty, V6, remote start, trailer pkg, 4 winter tires. $7,000 778-480-1185 2005 Dodge Ram Quad Cab 2wd, trailer tower, 5.7L Hemi, auto, no accidents, 1 owner, 80,500 kms $9950.obo. Call Frede 250-545-2242 or cell 778-212-0735.
Townhouses BROOKSIDE GARDEN RENTALS FAMILY ORIENTED COMPLEX 3-bdrm, 1.5bath, full bsmt, near hospital & downtown area, Ref. Req, no partiers, Serious Inq only, Under New Mangament. 250-549-4467 2bdrm, 1.5bath, f/s, w/d, d/w, ac, gas f/p, 2 car prkg $875. 250-306-0996, 250-308-9108 3bdrm, 1 1/2 baths,avail immed, 5 appl., g/f, Ok landing area, creek off back patio, heated outdoor pool, n/s,n/p. $1,000 plus util., 250-5459571. 3bdrm, 1.5 bath, f/s w/d, family oriented, ref’s req’d. $1000. + util. June 1st. 250-309-4462 UPDATED 3bdrm, 3 storey townhouse, patio, pool, parking for 2, 5 app., a/c, n/p, n/s. June 15. $1200. 250.540.9776
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Suites, Upper 1*, 2 bed fully furn. & equip. Silver Star Chalet suite. Apr1 Oct31 $750, 1(250)661-9914 ianaheath@yahoo.ca 1 a Av Immed, 3-bdrm, private, deck, view, clean, Comm /area. R.N. 250-542-0060 1bdrm Downtown, N/P, N/S, W/D, cable, Wi-Fi & util.incl. $750/mo (250)260-3196 1bdrm suite, w/d, f/s, n/s, n/p, parking, $650/mo util incl, (250)545-8101 1-bdrm, w/d, lrg sundeck, heat/elec, walking distance to amenities, small pets ok $750/mo Avail June 1, 250307-4566 3 bdrm 1.5 baths main floor f/s/d/w and w/d 2 fireplaces, no dogs, no parties, no children. Available June 1 $1500 incl utilities (not cable/internet) Must be seen. Near 39th and PV Rd on bus route. 250 3080675 sec. deposit required. 3bdrm, w/garage, carport, garden, ac, ref’s req’d $1250. incl. util. 250-309-4462 Bright 3bdrm mainfloor of house, no smokers, n/p, yard, near Courthouse, $900.incl. util. June 1. 250-558-0933.
2001 Yamaha Road Star 1600, completely custom show bike, custom paint, wheels, raked, 250 rear tire, Avon tires, Bob pipes, Dakota speedo/tach, over $30,000 invested, $9900, 250-490-6046 2003 Suzuki GSXR 750, good cond., new tires, $4000. firm. (250)306-6516 Between 3 & 6 76 XL 250 Honda, 4 stroke, new tires, runs good. $750.obo; 74 Yamaha 250 DT 2 stroke, parts bike $100. Call Mike 250-542-0691
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2007 Pontiac Montana 3.9 V6, ac/pw/pl, 7 pass, 191,000 kms, $5900 obo 250-307-0002 Dodge Dakota Sport 2001, standard, 4x4,V6 180,000kms, $6200. 250-308-4337 Hank.
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Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is hereby given to creditors and others having claims against the Estate of THELMA MABEL STEWART, of Vernon, BC, Deceased, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executrix: Joy A. Dover, 4651 Beaver Cres, Terrace, BC V8G 0A5. On or Before June 14, 2012, after which date the Estates assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Joy A Dover, Executrix.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The Estate of MARJORIE JOAN WORKMAN also known as MARG WORKMAN, Deceased, formerly of 2520 Phillips Street, R.R. #1 Armstrong B.C. V0E 1B1 Creditors and others having claims against the estate of MARJORIE JOAN WORKMAN also known as MARG WORKMAN are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executrix, PATRICIA ADA ALLEX at the following address on or before June 21, 2012, after which date the Executrix will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executrix then has notice. PATRICA ADA ALLEX c/o MacMillan Tucker & Mackay Barristers and Solicitors 5690 - 176A Street Surrey, BC V3S 4H1
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City of Vernon INVITATION TO TENDER TENDER #FLT-12-44 2012 MECHANICAL SWEEPER Sealed Tenders with the words 2012 Mechanical Sweeper - Tender # FLT-12-44 marked on the envelope will be received at the office of the Purchasing Agent, 1900 – 48 Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 8Y7, up to 2:00 p.m., local time, Tuesday, May 22, 2012 for the following: 2012 Mechanical Sweeper Further information, specifications and Tender Forms may be obtained from www.vernon.ca, www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca, or the office of the Purchasing Agent between the hours of 8:00 – 4:00 Monday to Friday. Tenders will be opened at the Operation Services Yard office immediately after the above closing hour, at which time interested parties may be present if so desired. The City of Vernon reserves the right to reject any or all tenders at any time, or to accept the tender it deems most favourable in the interest of the City of Vernon. The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted.
REGIONAL DISTRICT OF NORTH OKANAGAN INVITATION TO TENDER
RECREATION CENTRE DOGWOOD GYM STORAGE ADDITION Sealed tenders clearly marked “Tender 2012-12, Recreation Centre Dogwood Gym Storage Addition”, will be received at the of¿ce of the Regional District of North Okanagan at 9848 Aberdeen Road, Coldstream, British Columbia, V1B 2K9, up to 2:00p.m., local time on Friday, May 18, 2012. A digital version of the tender documents and speci¿cations will be provided upon registration with the Regional District of North Okanagan at 9848 Aberdeen Road, Coldstream, British Columbia, V1B 2K9. Further information and instructions may be obtained from the of¿ce of Jim Coughlin, Acting Facilities Manager, between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm, Monday to Friday; phone (250) 550-3729, email jim.coughlin@ rdno.ca. There will be a site meeting held on Friday, May 11th, 2012 at 2:00p.m. local time at the Recreation Centre, 3310 37th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. The Regional District of North Okanagan reserves the right to reject any or all Tenders, to waive defects in any bid or Tender Documents and to accept any Tender or offer which it may consider to be in the best interest of the Regional District of North Okanagan. The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. It is the responsibility of the contractor to contact the Regional District prior to the closing date to receive any and all addendum.
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WorkSafeBC takes action on workplace bullying Morning Star Staff
A pledge to prevent workplace bullying and harassment has been made. In conjunction with amendments to Bill 14, the province is taking immediate action against bullying and harassment in the workplace. Action items include: ■ WorkSafeBC will immediately begin work on a policy on Bullying and Harassment and will include stakeholder consultation. ■ The definition of violence will be expanded and will require employers to have formal prevention plans. ■ WorkSafeBC will also develop a prevention toolkit for employers and workers. ■ Through Bill 14, workers’ compensation will be expanded to include diagnosed mental disorders caused by significant work-related stressors, including bullying and harassment. “Our government’s position on bullying is straightforward – it’s simply not acceptable at any level. That’s why one of the most important changes we made was to add specific references to bullying and harassment,” said Margaret MacDiarmid, Minister of Labour, Citizens’ Services and Open Government. “WorkSafeBC will develop and add new policy to the current violence in the workplace regulations and provide tools to address these destructive behaviours. Stakeholders will be consulted on this important work.” In addition, the B.C. employer community will play a leading role in preventing workplace bullying and harassment, by assisting in developing the toolkits and by sharing them with their members. This commitment comes from the Business Council of British Columbia, BC Chamber of Commerce, I n d e p e n d e n t Contractors and Businesses Association of B.C., the Employers
Health and Safety Association and the Coalition of BC Businesses. “The employer com-
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that bullying or harassment are not acceptable in the workplace,” said Greg D’Avignon, president and CEO, Business
Council of British Columbia. “Our organization is pleased to champion with WorkSafeBC and
other employer organizations to assist in the development of national best-practice tools and communi-
cations activities to ensure the prevention and awareness of workplace bullying and harassment.”
Canadians are living longer and costs for the Old Age Security (OAS) are rising. On April 1, 2023 the Government of Canada plans to start raising the age of eligibility for OAS and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) from 65 to 67.*
What does this mean for you? 54 or older as of March 31, 2012
You may still obtain OAS/GIS at age 65
53 or younger as of March 31, 2012
The age of eligibility for OAS/GIS will change gradually between 2023 and 2029
Starting in July 2013, Canadians who are eligible for, but not yet receiving OAS will have the flexibility to delay receiving it in exchange for a higher monthly amount at a later date.
The number of working-age Canadians for every senior is decreasing** 6 5
The number of working-age Canadians per senior is decreasing, placing additional pressure on the OAS program.
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**Source: 9th Actuarial Report on the Old Age Security Program
For a free brochure or more information visit www.ServiceCanada.gc.ca/retirement or call 1 800 O-Canada (TTY 1-800-926-9105) *Subject to parliamentary approval
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