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Kelowna’s downtown core will be turned into a Block Party next Saturday, Aug. 11, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Block Party will close down Bernard Avenue from Richter Street to The Sails, as the street will be taken up by vendors and live entertainment performing at three different stage venues. The concept for the event calls for each block between Abbott and Richter to offer its own unique activities and entertainment. At Kerry Park, take in a dog agility demonstration or yoga class while the kids hang out at the Park ‘N Play Zone. The Main Block Party Stage will be highlighted by five acts throughout the day, including Nuuka, Fields of Green, Ali Milner and DJ Sean Shepherd. From Water Street to Pandosy, watch for a second entertainment stage featuring performers such as Josh Smith, Windmills, Devon Coyote and Ari Neufeld. As well, the Kelowna Art Gallery will set up a large crafts area and host other activities throughout the afternoon. The block from Pandosy to Ellis will be highlighted by a performance from the visiting Cirque du Soleil. As well, Bones and Stones Home Décor will bring along their pet—a 20-foot long animatronic dinosaur T-Rex. The 500 block of Bernard from Ellis to Bertram will feature a number of different activities for kids including a bouncy castle and climbing wall. This block will also host the third live stage entertainment venue featuring four musical acts along with a kids’ petting zoo and the Mac’s 40 foot long Froster truck that will be handing out free tasty treats. The final block, from Bertram to Richter, will include the Safeway Muscular Dystrophy Charity BBQ. “I think we truly have something for everyone,” said Peggy Athans, executive director of the Downtown Kelowna Association. “I’m excited to see Bernard Avenue come alive as the businesses will come out of their stores to take over the street and show off what Downtown Kelowna has to offer.” The Block Party will also be the last major summer event downtown prior to the start of construction on the Bernard Avenue Revitalization Project, which begins Aug. 20. For a complete list of the Block Party live entertainment, check out www.downtownkelowna.com.
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Centre of Gravity The annual summer festival of live music and sports events took place last weekend at City Park, with temperatures reaching 35 Celsius as an appropriate backdrop to having fun at the beach. MOTOCROSS jumpers were taking flight some 50 feet in the air at City Park. DOUG FARROW/CONTRIBUTOR
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KELOWNA MOUNTIES discuss the situation with an employee of the Kelowna FamilyY last Thursday after receiving a tip on a male suspect that matched the description of an individual who exposed himself to an eight-year-old girl at the same facility last week.
Suspect creep returns to the scene of earlier crime
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BASKETBALL players were flying around the hoop throughout the Centre of Gravity outdoor hoops tournament. DOUG FARROW/CONTRIBUTOR
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A man who allegedly lured a child into a YMCA change room and forced her to watch as he fondled himself returned to the scene of the crime. Around 4 p.m. Thursday, Mounties were called to the Rutland facility when a man matching the suspect’s description was spotted around the pool by one of the staff members. “Before police could arrive, the man quickly fled the scene on foot and a subsequent search, which included the use of
police service dogs, was unsuccessful,” said Const. Kris Clark. It took just over a week for the suspect to return to the site where he lured an eight-year-old girl into the family change room and exposed himself to her. “(She) escaped without physical harm and the man fled the scene while attempting to conceal his identity,” said Clark. His insight on how to hide himself from cameras placed around the facility, and apparent knowledge of entrances that
would allow him to pass unnoticed, prompted Y staff to tighten security in the days since. They’ve also studied images and video of the man, so they could spot him if he returned. That may have been the reason why they were able to spot him in the most recent incident on Thursday. RCMP describe the suspect as a Caucasian man with tanned skin; 40 to 50 years of age; thin muscular build; 5-foot-5 to 5-foot-8 in height.
Car chase leads to initial charges with more possibly to be filed A number of charges relating to Tuesday’s high-drama police chase have now been approved, says a Crown counsel spokesperson. The three accused—Ashley Collins, 19, Shawn Adam Wysynski, 32, and Michael Edward Ellis, 39—will be charged jointly with three counts of attempted murder and one count of robbery using a fire arm, said Neil MacKenzie, with the Crown’s office. Ellis and Wysynski are each facing charges of failing to stop a vehicle when being pursued by a police officer and a charge of dangerous driving. Charges should have been sworn by
Friday morning, he said, noting the men involved will likely appear to have the charges read to them in the next week from Kamloops Regional Correctional Centre. Collins’s time for an appearance is undetermined as she was still being treated in hospital for a gunshot wound suffered during the course of the chase. MacKenzie also noted that further charges could be laid in the days ahead, as Okanagan RCMP are still investigating the chase that started just after 1:30 p.m. last Tuesday on Boucherie Road, and carried on for nearly 70 kilometres to an area near Swan Lake in Vernon.
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Bicycles for Humanity volunteers were happy to make the sale and gather funds to help send adult bicycles abroad. And a community in Ghana will definitely be happy when hundreds of bicycles arrive in the near future. According to Lian Couper, a volunteer with the Kelowna chapter of Bicycles for Humanity, it isn’t practical to send children’s bikes overseas. “We ship containers full of adult bikes. We can take the wheels and handle bars and turn them to put massive amounts in one container,” said Couper. “Children’s bikes take up too much room to ship. Also, the bikes that we send are for nurses, teachers and adults who go into the community to help.” Couper said that people still donate all types of bikes to Bicycles for Humanity; therefore, the organization holds sales to give the community inexpensive children’s bikes and gather money to
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Teen sisters swing with the best at volleyball tourney Wade Paterson STAFF REPORTER
There were a range of ages at the Center of Gravity beach volleyball tournament this past weekend. Many athletes were in their 20s; some were in their early 30s. And then there was one team significantly younger than the rest. Tsawwassen twins Megan and Nicole McNamara celebrated their 15th birthday last Wednesday. But the McNamara sisters proved that age and skill aren’t directly related when it comes to beach volleyball. Megan and Nicole won their first match Saturday and earned hardfought points against the No. 2 ranked women’s
beach volleyball duo in Canada. According to their father, Sean, the girls have been playing beach volleyball for the past three years. In that time, they’ve built up a pretty impressive resume. “They won a pro tournament in Vancouver a few weeks ago, they won the U-16 nationals last year in Toronto, this year they’re competing in the U-18 beach nationals,â€? said Sean. “They would like to play for Canada at some point and go to world competitions‌their ultimate goal would be to play in the Olympics one day.â€? It’s a lofty ambition, but the twins are already battling against some of Canada’s best teams. And
they have a lot of time to perfect their game. One advantage that the girls have is a familiarity with each other that other teams cannot match. Another benefit is that Megan is right-handed and Nicole swings with her left, which allows both girls to spike from a preferred position on the sand. Coming into this year’s Center of Gravity beach volleyball tournament, the McNamara sisters’ expectations were realistic. Last year, the girls won only one of their matches. This year, the goal was to win two or three. “There are really good teams here,� said Megan. “We’re close though,� added Nicole. The McNamara family are used to packing suitcases to ensure Megan
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NICOLE MCNAMARA (left) bumps the ball to her sister, Megan, during a match at the Center Of Gravity beach volleyball tournament last Saturday. and Nicole to as many tournaments as possible. “We normally make family vacations out of it as well. We’ve been to Calgary, Toronto many
times and we go to Seattle for tournaments—that’s the one thing about volleyball, there is a lot of travel involved,� said Sean. He added that Center of Gravity is a unique experience because the event is not all about volleyball. “It’s unique because it’s a big party with a tournament as part of it.
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“Because our girls are so young, all we do is partake in the volleyball. . .when they’re in their 20s, I’m sure they’ll want to come here and be with all their friends and make more of a weekend out of it.� Sean said his daughters couldn’t even go to the players’ meeting because it was held at a bar.
The sisters admitted that Center of Gravity offered distractions; however, they said their age allowed them to not worry about partying and focus on volleyball. They made it to round six, knocked out by Alexandra Hudson and Kayla Ng. wpaterson @kelownacapnews.com
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Vet steps up to help save dog A West Kelowna veterinarian and his staff are heroes to a Vernon boy and his puppy Tasha. Dr. Moshe Oz, who operates the Rose Valley Veterinary Hospital and writes a pet care column for the Capital News, stepped in to donate nearly $2,000 in life-saving veterinary services for the brindle mastiff puppy named Tasha. Vernon youngster Kolby received the dog as a birthday present. “The puppy was purchased from a local home breeder but as soon as the family took her home it was clear that something wasn’t right,” said Suzanne Pugh, manager of the Kelowna SPCA branch. “Tasha was lethargic and at first the family thought she might just be missing her siblings. “After four days the
family took the puppy to their local veterinarian in Vernon, who determined that Tasha had parvoviral enteritis (parvo), a serious and often deadly viral disease that affects young, unvaccinated puppies between six weeks and six months of age.” Parvo attacks rapidly, dividing cells in the intestinal tract and bone marrow, causing severe vomiting, diarrhea, impaired immune function and, in some cases, death, said Pugh. “The family immediately contacted the breeder and although they had already bonded with Tasha they reluctantly returned the puppy to ensure that she would receive the expensive veterinary treatment required,” said Pugh. “They were heartbroken, but were not in a position to take care of the
bills themselves.” Unbeknownst to them, neither was the breeder. “The breeder contacted one of our special constables asking if the SPCA could take the puppy and provide the care she needed,” said Pugh. Tasha was taken into SPCA custody and rushed to the nearest veterinary clinic—Rose Valley Veterinary Hospital, where she was placed in isolation and given immediate medical treatment. “We were able to trace Tasha’s new family in Vernon and put Dr. Oz in touch with them. When he heard their story, he offered to cover all of the medical costs to save Tasha’s life,” said Pugh. Dr. Oz and his team worked in shifts to provide the 24-hour a day care that Tasha needed. A healthy Tasha was eventually reunited with
her original Vernon adopted family. “We really want to acknowledge amazing veterinarians in our community, like Dr. Oz, who go above and beyond to help animals,” said Pugh. She also urges pet guardians to ensure that their pets are vaccinated against parvo. “This is a deadly, but preventable disease and guardians should ensure their pets are protected.”
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Plastic surgery no way to deal with Study shows pain relief imperfections perceived by others benefits of Vitamin D
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ave once hearty North Americans developed a culture of weakness? Have an ache? Get a new body part. A case of the sads? Well, we know what happens then. Now there’s even medical intervention for social problems. It turns out a number of parents are allowing their ugly ducklings to get surgery so they can skirt the attention of bullies and fast-track their way to swan-status. The most recent child to throw her body under the knife for the sake of alleviating a bully-problem is U.S. teenager Nadia Ilse. At 14, Ilse has been the victim of taunting about her big ears. She’d long lamented the issue to her mother then the Little Baby Face Foundation, which helps children born with ‘facial deformities,’ offered
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Kathy Michaels to help her out and pay for otoplasty. The troubling turn in this tale of surgery, however, is that the doctor performing the operation recommended that Ilse, not only pin her ears back, but also straighten out her septum and soften what was, in his view, a “pointy chin.” A new, Ilse rose from beneath the scalpel with over $40,000 surgery and she now feels “beautiful.” Her strange modern day twist on the Hans Christian Andersen classic The Ugly Duckling isn’t unique either. It mirrors that of
13-year-old Nicolette Taylor, who had a nose surgery to overcome online harassment and name-calling at school. There was also sevenyear-old Samantha Shaw, who had her ears pinned back to escape name-calling and harassment last year. Now, I know there’s all that business about walking in another’s shoes before judging them, but frankly I don’t want to. I’m sure the bullying they experienced was horrible, but all these poor kids have learned, thanks to their parents, is that the way to deal with tyranny is to bend to it. When bullies try to steamroll you, accept that they’re right—you are disgusting, and the bland face of stupidity pushing you around knows what’s right. Slice up who you are,
and become one of them. With surgical solutions, these kids will never get the lessons that come from overcoming adversity or most importantly, learning to love and respect themselves. Can you imagine if Hans Christian Andersen had written the story of a homely little bird born in a barnyard, ripping out its rough feathers so it looked like something else? It’s hard to imagine what the lesson in that tale would be. Regardless, it would have not offered countless children the type of inspiration needed to stand up and be themselves. At best it would foster a culture of lame ducks. Kathy Michaels is a staff reporter for the Capital News. kmichaels @kelownacapnews.com
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Markus Thiel vitamin D. They were allowed to use nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs but they had to record how much and whether or not they used them during menstruation. The study group was broken into two groups, one receiving 300,000 IUs of vitamin D and the other half receiving a placebo. The vitamin D was given five days prior to the time that they expected menstruation to commence. His findings were most interesting. He found that the vitamin D group reported a 41per dent reduction in their pain while the placebo group reported no reduction in pain whatsoever. Interestingly enough, the vitamin D group did not report taking any pain medication during their menstrual cycle. The placebo group reported taking their nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories at least once. It is important to point out that this large dose of vitamin D was given once and not to be taken daily. Too much of a good thing can be bad for you. The literature reports the daily use of this sort of dosage can produce a state called hypercalcemia, among other things. It is my opinion that vitamin D is being underutilized especially by
those of us in northern climates where exposure to sun is reduced. It is estimated that 75 per cent of North Americans are vitamin D deficient. In fact, vitamin D deficiencies will lead to a significant increase in frequency of colds and flus, cardiovascular disease in conjunction with inflammatory diseases and cancer. Is it any wonder that the highest incidence of colds and flus are where we have the least amount of sunlight? There is a significant body of research that proves that vitamin D supplementation to optimum levels profoundly decreased the incidence of cancer and cardiovascular disease in addition to osteoporosis. Deficiencies in this most important vitamin will also lead to increases in blood pressure, muscle weakness and pain, depression and lethargy. When one studies the human genome, 10 per cent of the entire genome relies on vitamin D for its proper manufacturing. There is no other substance that has this much of a profound effect on our genes in this proportion. Be sure to consult with your health practitioner prior to initiating such a therapy as high dosage vitamin D supplementation. That being said, I think it’s use is being grossly under appreciated and managing overall health and chronic pain. Markus Thiel is a chiropractor and sports therapist practicing in Kelowna. askdrthiel@shaw.ca
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Feast on fine food at a farmer’s field Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER
FarmFolk/CityFolk’s annual Feast of Fields will be held in the Central Okanagan this year on Sunday, Aug. 12, at Claremont Ranch Organics in Lake Country. This is the fourth Feast of Fields to be held in the Okanagan Valley, although similar events have been held in the Lower Mainland since 1995, and on Vancouver Island for the past number of years. Participants will be handed a wine glass and linen napkin when they arrive at the farm, and dozens of the valley’s top chefs, winemakers and brewmasters will offer tastes of locally-sourced, seasonal foods, often made from
products grown right in the fields where the event is held. This year, 58 producers will feature products from more than 40 local farms, including Kelowna chef Rod Butters’ honey glazed Sterling Springs’ chicken with dried apricot and hazelnut crust. It will be paired with an infused apricot cocktail using Meadow Vista Honey Wines. The Vintage Room at the Coast Capri will be offering pulled bison and plum ravioli with peppered Saskatoon berry dust on arugula, while Poppadoms will offer an Okanagan saag paneer pakora. The idea is to help consumers make that link between the food that goes into their mouths and the farms on which it is produced.
At the same time, chefs delight in preparing food that is as fresh as possible—and to serve it in the field it was grown in, makes it pretty fresh. The host farm this year was the McCoubrey Farm until Matt and Molly Thurston purchased it last year and returned its original name to the property, Claremont Ranch. They’re celebrating the 100th anniversary of the farm this year. There won’t be on-site parking so a shuttle bus will take participants from George Elliot Secondary School to the farm. Live music will include Sarah Mainland and her Celtic harp; Chloe, Kyle & Company; Scratchpony; Jennifer Boal; Becca Mabbett; Quiannah Kendal-
Ward and Alexandria Colter. In addition to fine food and drink, there’ll be farm tours at 2 and 4 p.m. and a variety of silent auction items as well as a marketplace where local products will be available. Funds raised go towards the work of FarmFolk CityFolk, including the Meet Your Maker Okanagan, which helps local producers and buyers meet and network; a seed saving workshop at Sunshine Farm in Kelowna as part of the B.C. Seeds project; and Shared Harvest, an online resource for those wanting or having products available. Tickets for this year’s event are available from Choices Market in Kelowna or online at: www. feastoffields.com.
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THE FEAST Of Fields takes place Aug. 12 in Lake Country at Claremont Farms.
Brain research illustrates how free will is an illusion P hilosophers have debated the existence of free will for centuries. Most of us take it for granted that we have free will and conduct ourselves accordingly. Even those who believe we do not have free will behave as if they do. As we learn more about how the brain functions, it is harder and harder to truly believe in absolute free will. Every day, I am confronted in my office with people who behave in ways that even they believe are irrational. There are all sorts of situations in which people do things they do not believe in, do not want to do and yet can’t stop themselves from doing. These mental states come in many guises and may be described as compulsions, addictions, mania and psychoses to mention only four clinical states.
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Paul Latimer People who behave in socially unacceptable or even criminal ways while in these conditions are often granted some clemency in recognition of the fact that their behaviour is beyond their control. When their behaviour runs afoul of the law we sometimes diminish their responsibility in view of their lack of control. But these are special, relatively uncommon situations. How uncommon? The more we learn about the workings of the human brain, the more we realize that a great deal of everyday human behaviour is strongly influenced by a combination of genetics and environmental
influences over which the individual may not have control and may not even recognize as influencing their behavior. Of course, many take advantage of this fact in marketing, politics, scams and propaganda. But it can and has been argued that all human behaviour is determined by combinations of factors over which the individual has no control and often no awareness. We know that much of human behaviour is influenced by unconscious factors and that our conscious world only represents a small portion of what is actually going on in our lives. Our conscious world is not even necessarily accurate. It is commonplace for us to provide explanations for our behaviour that satisfy our need for an explanation, but which actually have nothing to do with why we actually do something.
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Few people today would accept that they have no free will, but many philosophers and scientists are coming to that startling conclusion. The acceptance of this position will have profound implications for judicial concepts of responsibility and punishment. We may still need to protect ourselves from
dangerous offenders but our moral judgments and retributive justice system may have to be revised. Our jails are already filling with the de-institutionalized mentally ill and many already feel a revision is long overdue. Paul Latimer is a Kelowna psychiatrist. 250-862-8141 dr@okanaganclinicaltrials.com
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insured—or if the probable driver is unlicensed, prohibited from driving, wanted by police or accused of a crime. Each time a flagged vehicle is detected, its time and location are recorded and kept for two years. Rob Wipond, one of three independent researchers whose work prompted the privacy investigation, said the criteria for generating actionable hits has crept from traffic violations to data like whether you’ve ever gone to court to seek child custody or had a mental health episode that involved police.
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That might seem laudable when it helps police find an abduction victim, solve a murder or keep sex offenders from parking outside schools. But Wipond envisions British-style uses, like recording the licence plates of vehicles coming to a lawful demonstration, then using ALPR to detect, intercept and slow the same protesters headed to future gatherings. Wipond theorizes police algorithms could one day decide that because someone went to a suspicious location, they should be flagged for closer
scrutiny in the future—data that might result in them not being allowed to fly or cross borders. Would you be comfortable being tracked all the time? Would if affect your sense of freedom? The RCMP are considering keeping all plate recognition data for every vehicle the system identifies. And given the program has morphed from tracking stolen cars to tracking a broader set of targets, it’s fair to ask, what next?We need to determine a fair and proportionate use for the technology that still respects one’s right to privacy.
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he B.C. Liberal government is taking its new hard-line approach to federal environmental hearings on the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline proposal in September. Environment Minister Terry Lake has filed the B.C. government’s notice to cross-examine Enbridge, one of the world’s biggest pipeline operators. Lake outlined the “tough questions” B.C. representatives will ask about spill response capacity on land and sea, tanker escort tugboats, pipe wall thickness, and Enbridge’s sluggish response to a pipeline rupture in Michigan. That’s all fine, and to be expected
after Premier Christy Clark’s high-profile confrontation with Alberta Premier Alison Redford going into the recent premiers’ meeting in Halifax. Clark’s demands for “world-leading” safety and spill response, as well as meeting the constitutional obligation to consult and accommodate aboriginal groups along the route, are mostly a statement of the obvious. Her call for a “fair share” of proceeds from exported oil to reflect B.C.’s risk has been assaulted from all sides.
Pipeline opponents VICTORIA seized on Clark’s sugVIEWS gestion that a major oil spill might be tolerable if there was enough money in it for B.C. NDP leader Adrian Dix Tom picked up the theme as Fletcher he conducted his own belated tour of the proposed route to reiterate his opposition. There had been earlier hints from Alberta that B.C. might need further rewards for the risk. But when Clark made the “fair share” demand public, Redford was moved to channel Margaret Thatcher, declaring: “The Pre-
mier of Alberta is not going to blink on royalties.” The lady’s not for blinking, but neither is B.C.’s Iron Snowbird, as Preston Manning dubbed Clark this spring. All this political theatre doesn’t amount to much. I’ll stand by my January prediction that the Enbridge proposal is unlikely to proceed, mainly due to the tangled state of aboriginal claims. Wealthy U.S. foundations that view the B.C. North Coast as their 500-year eco-experiment will be happy to help fund a decade of legal challenges, while continuing the media-spinning and protest support they are doing now. Even if some way can be found to
levy a B.C. tax on revenues from the Northern Gateway pipeline, it’s no solution. For one thing, it would confer an advantage to the Trans-Mountain pipeline that has been shipping Alberta oil to Burnaby and the U.S. for more than 60 years. The competing expansion proposal by Trans-Mountain’s current owner, Kinder Morgan, shows the inconsistency of opposition to pipelines. Does anyone really believe that a new pipeline built to the highest standards ever would be too dangerous, while a 60-year-old pipeline is acceptable? Protesters have an easy target in
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To the editor: In response to Darrin Fiddler’s letter to the editor with regard to marijuana, he has omitted several points that need mentioning. To some degree I feel like an under-achiever as I do not have any of the vices that Mr. Fiddler claimed we all harbor, but as a pilot and businessman, I have had experience in the past with marijuana users. When serving my apprenticeship in a steel fabricating shop, my life and those of my crew shift were almost ended by the overhead gantry crane
driver. He scattered the crew with a 20-ton load of sheet steel wildly swinging over our heads (followed by) a big silly grin on his face and a “peace” sign for all. Legalize marijuana? Ask our almost-widows. As a businessman who travels to the USA frequently, a hitchhiker needing a lift compromised my passage. The cannabis resin in his clothing, although minute, transferred to the car seats, was enough to catch the attention of the Drug Enforcement Agency dog handler. Questions were asked, an entry made on my data
file, and (I experience) delays now in crossing the border. Of note, this incident happened two weeks after he had been in my car. The DEA do not have a permissive attitude— they are fully aware of the damage done to the social and economic well being of their country and respond in kind. Legalize marijuana? Sadly many adults in responsible position, who are addicted to marijuana (but deny it) dismiss it as a social outlet. Regrettably it is the children who are watching and learning who lack the maturity to
make a judgment call on its use, who are set on the road to dependency and the rest of the “benefits.” These so called “benefits” include: Dropping out of school, inability to concentrate, can’t keep a job, indolence, violence, bush parties/forest fires and many time leading them to living on the streets. On the adult side: Broken homes, unemployable, lack of ambition, breaking and entering, no international travel privileges, drive-by shootings, etc. The list is long and downward. The benefits? None
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am positive that two days ago I heard her dog tags and leash clinking in the air as she ran down the backstairs from the house to the barbecue area. However, that is ridiculous, because‌well, she is dead. I’m equally convinced that last week while I worked in my basement office, I heard her pitter patter across the dining room floor. Then I remembered— my TeddyBear is gone. I am not sure how long this will continue, but I have a feeling it will take quite a while. Losing a loving pet like TeddyBear is never easy for she was an exceptional dog—the ‘Dog of the Year’ every year in my world. For Teresa and I, our home is suddenly a lot quieter (albeit also a lot less hairy).
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Charlie Hodge It’s interesting how many pet owners themselves become creatures of habits taught to them by their pets. Everyday around 3:30 p.m., Teddy would insist on going outside on the front step to wait for Teresa to come home from work. I see the hurt in Teresa’s eyes now when she arrives home and Teddy’s big brown eyes and wagging tail are not there to welcome her. When we get up in the mornings, we still take a big step to get out of bed because TeddyBear always slept right next to
the side of the bed, either on Teresa’s side or mine. I never thought I would actually miss the smell of stinky dog that just ran around in the rain —but I do. Teddybear came into my world seven or eight years ago and, in a twisted sort of way, perhaps saved my life. Certainly, she had a major impact on some key decisions I made in my world about six years ago. It was my ex-wife who brought TeddyBear into my world. We had lost a previous loving dog a few months before and Sharon could not stand watching me mope around the house. She saw an ad in the paper for a ‘loving malamute-collie cross’ and insisted we check her out. I argued and lost. On the way to see the dog, I listed off all the rea-
sons I could think of to not get another dog. In reality, I simply did not want to go through the hurt again. My main excuse was that we had a pile of cats and the dog would have to like cats. What fouryear-old dog could possibly learn to get along with five strange cats? My argument disappeared the instant we saw TeddyBear. She was on the deck of the house when we arrived and in between her front paws was a tiny kitten curled up asleep. Teddy saw my vehicle, jumped up, ran across the yard and into the passenger seat of the car. I was hooked. Some two years later, Sharon and I split up and she moved to Hawaii. I admit to feeling devastated at the time and was tempted to sell everything, buy a camper van,
and take off as well. However, I could not stomach the idea of giving away or abandoning TeddyBear and the five cats. I spent the next few months feeling sorry for myself, drinking like a fish, and generally just being an idiot. Still, every day I returned home to a dog that loved me and needed me. In reality, I probably needed her more. TeddyBear was always there for me, and eventually my world brightened up again. When I met Teresa and fell in love she had three cats of her own. Eventually we were married and our household at one point actually contained eight cats and the dog. Never once in eight years did TeddyBear even as much as chase one of the cats. In fact, she guard-
ed them all and was particularly close to three of them. On Friday, July 27, we awoke to discover that Teddy could not get up. Her hind legs had simply stopped working, her age having caught up to her. I made the difficult phone call to Dr. Pat, our wonderful vet at Noah’s Ark. Dr. Pat had a horrendous schedule that day and could not get to the house for several hours, so I sat on the floor with Teddy for five hours and just held her. During that time, an amazing interaction took place between TeddyBear and Max the cat. The only male animal in the house (next to moi), Max is a Persian with the personality of a dog. I am convinced he thinks he is a canine. Max came over to
Teddy and laid down beside her for about half an hour, then five minutes before the vet arrived he got up, wandered over to Teddy’s head which was on my lap, and licked Teddy’s nose three times. That is when I lost it. Teddy just sighed a satisfied sigh and I swear I saw her smile. As much as Teresa and I loved Teddy and are big dog fans, we have no plans to get another dog at this time. In fairness, neither of us have the energy it takes to properly care and/or train a new dog—nor are we ready for one yet. I know that in time the loss of our loyal companion will ease and the hurt inside will simply be replaced by fond memories—but not today. Today, I just plain miss my pal TeddyBear Hodge—the queen of the all dogs in our world.
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SPORTS Athletics claim Premier Baseball League title Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER
Even a bout of the flu wasn’t enough to deny the Okanagan Athletics of the prize they most coveted from the season’s opening day. The A’s, with eight players battling sickness throughout the weekend, took down the North Shore Twins 9-7 Sunday in Nanaimo to win the B.C. Premier Baseball League championship. It was the first ever PBL title for a Kelownabased team since the program’s inception in 2004. “I’m so happy for the guys,� said A’s head coach Evan Bailey. “I knew we had the team and we had a chance from the start of the season, and to see it actually happen is an amazing feeling. Things came together at the right time. With so many guys sick, it was a gutsy effort. This
is such a tight-knit group. I’m so proud of them.� After posting the best record (32-16) in team history in 2012 and finishing in a tie for third, the A’s knocked off the Abbotsford Cardinals on July 28 in the opening round of the playoffs. A week later in Nanaimo, the A’s posted a 2-1 record in the round robin of the PBL’s Final Four to advance to Sunday’s championship game against North Shore. Brandon Sonnenberg had four RBIs in the final as the A’s built up a 7-2 lead, then held off a late charge by the Twins to capture the gold medal. Morgan Lofstrom earned the win in relief, while Josh Croft picked up the save with the last three outs. Among the many notable offensive performances at provincials was James Ward’s gigan-
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If only there was a magic bag of tricks, Gavin Lake could reach in and perform a quick-fix for what ailed his Okanagan Sun in the club’s 2012 season opener. In reality, the Sun head coach and his staff will simply be stressing the fundamentals this week in the wake of Saturday night’s lopsided B.C. Football Conference defeat at the hands of the Langley Rams. “We just have to go back to the basics, it’s as simple as that,” said Lake, whose club will visit the Kamloops Broncos Sunday night. “Blocking, tackling, knowing the point of attack, the basic things you
have to do to be successful.” The basics also include holding on to the football, a fundamental duty the Sun struggled with from start to finish against Langley. The Rams turned eight Okanagan turnovers into 35 points en route to a 4214 dismantling of the Sun, the team’s biggest ever home-opening loss. Rookie quarterback Cam Bedore, who had just four full practices under his belt prior to Saturday, fumbled three times, the first two leading to Langley touchdowns, both by former Sun running back Daniel Xavier. Bedore also threw three interceptions as the Sun fell into a 14-0 hole early and simply couldn’t climb out.
“It’s one of those things, if you turn over the ball over as much as we did, you just can’t win,” he said. “We have a rookie quarterback in there who hasn’t had a lot of reps. “We had a lot of good performances from some guys, but not nearly enough. We threw too many interceptions, fumbled too many times and took some costly penalties.” Given the short field the Rams were given to work with much of the night, Lake was generally pleased with the play of the Sun defense. Another bright spot was the play of Sun veteran Bobby Davis who scored both majors and racked up 100 yards in total offense. With a roster turnover
of close to 50 per cent and many players with little or no junior football experience, Lake knew his club would be a work in progress this season. It’s a one-step-at-atime philosophy for Lake and the Sun, with the Kamloops Broncos next on the agenda. “That’s the challenge with the young guys we have in there, it takes some time to find their comfort level…but that will come,” Lake said. “I think it’s safe to assume we’ll see a much tighter game in Kamloops, and if we can do a much better job of hanging on to the football, then we should be in good shape.” The Sun and Broncos meet Sunday evening at Hillside Stadium in Kamloops. Kick off is 5 p.m.
Frandsen gave his all at Olympics A medal in consecutive Olympic Games wasn’t to be for Kelowna’s Scott Frandsen and partner Dave Calder of Victoria. The Canadian duo placed sixth in the final of the men’s pairs in rowing on Friday in London in a race dominated by the favoured Kiwis, Hamish Bond and Eric Murray. France was second, while Britain took the bronze. Frandsen was disappointed he and Calder didn’t put up a better fight with a medal on the line. “We became aware of where everyone else was at around 1250 or 1500 in, and we were behind the race,” said Frandsen. “It’s tough to nail down. I thought we had a solid piece—it felt pretty ef-
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THE KELOWNA CUBS finished in third spot at the B.C. midget AA baseball championship July 27 to 29 in Prince George. Kelowna posted a 3-1 record in the round robin before dropping a 2-0 decision to Prince George in the semifinal. The Cubs, who were together less than one month, are comprised of players from the Kelowna and Rutland minor associations. The Cubs are: (top from left) head coach Matt Debeurs, coach Dean Stephens, Brock Owens, Josh Wyatt, Cory McCoy, Brandon Hincks, Luc Cowen,, Michael Dickson, Devon D’Andrea, coach Kane Thompson, head coach Aaron Thompson, (front) Hunter Jonasson, Tyler Pitura, Chance McCoy, Casey Thompson, Clay Stephens and Jeremy Buckley. Missing is Jayden Whittmore: The team manager is Kirsten Hincks. CONTRIBUTED
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James Turner first day and his performance wasn’t at all indicative of how he can do. “Considering the day he had, it’s a credit to the way he picked himself to win the national championship, and it demon-
strated his character.” For Turner’s part, he said OAC and Sima-Ledding both played a key role in his championship effort. “I really have to thank Okanagan track and Pat (Sima-Ledding) for their support. She’s helped me a lot this year.” Earlier this summer, Turner placed 18th overall in decathlon at the World Junior Championships in Spain, including a fifthplace finish and personal best in the 1,500 metres. Turner, who attended the University of TexasArlington last season, is undecided on his educa-
tion plans for 2012-13, but is looking into his options at both Canadian and American schools.
JOYCE CONCLUDES SEASON A hamstring injury kept Keefer Joyce from performing up to his normal standard at the Canadian junior track and field championships in Winnipeg. Joyce finished fifth overall in the semifinals of the 100 metres in 10.87 seconds. The KSS grad warmed up for the final but made the choice to withdraw from the race as he felt the injury would prevent him
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Kelowna’s James Turner capped off the 2012 track and field summer season in style with a gold medal at the Canadian junior athletics championships in Winnipeg. For the second straight year Turner took top spot in the men’s decathlon competition. Turner, who turns 19 on Saturday, compiled 6,758 points over 10 events on July 28 and 29 beating the second-place finisher, Jesse Drennan of Nova Scotia, by 340 points. Turner didn’t have the best start on Day 1, finishing fifth in high jump and second in both shot put and long jump. Still, with wins in the 100 and 400 metres, the Okanagan Athletics Club member was in second place, just 18 points back of Drennan. On Day 2, Turner walked away with the title, winning both the discus and javelin, placing third in pole vault and 110 hurdles, and fourth in the 1,500. While Turner didn’t topple the national record like he had hoped, he did what he had to do to strike gold. “After that tough first day I was just happy things came together for the second day and I was able to win,” Turner said. “After my third event, I knew I was too far off pace for the national record (7,080 points), so I just focused on getting the gold.” Okanagan Athletics Club coach Pat Sima-Ledding said Turner wasn’t quite in typical form but found a way to grind out another national title. “We definitely expected the win,” said Sima-Ledding. “I think he had a very challenging
Team Killin’ It blanked Campionesse 3-0 Wednesday in Kelowna Women’s Soccer League Premier Div. action. In the second half, Killin’ It snapped a scoreless draw, with Jackie Robertson making a cross to Lindsey Reinholz who headed it in the net for a 1-0 lead. Later Teala Mackowetsky’s drop kick sailed over almost all the players on the field, giving Lindsey a breakaway which resulted in another goal. Reinholz later completed the hat-trick for a 3-0 win. In other action, Royal Star/Mark V Autobody edged RPM Automtive Extreme 2-1. Lauren Harris scored both goals for Mark V. Nichole Vincze scored for RPM.
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B.C. cherries won’t be bound for China this year Unreasonable restrictions for imported fruit demanded by China creates need for more negotiations before local orchardists can solidify a new market for their cherry crops. Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER
Cherry growers who had hoped to be able to export their fruit into China this year are disappointed that an acceptable agreement has not been reached, but they’re hopeful the government will continue negotiations. Kelowna grower Christine Dendy, who is president of the Okanagan Kootenay Cherry Growers’ Association, says China agreed to accept cherries from Canada, but insisted on a number of restrictions which would have made it not viable for growers to ship fruit there. For instance, she said one requirement was a mandatory 15-day period of cold treatment once the fresh fruit arrives in China, which would mean fruit flown there to ensure its freshness, would no longer have that quality advantage. “That undermines our marketing benefit of sending them fresh fruit by air,” she commented. “That’s unscientific and unjustified. They don’t require that of other countries. U. S. fruit is not held for 15 days,” she noted. The Chinese contend it is intended to ensure no insect pests come in with the fruit. However, Dendy noted that local fruit is washed, sorted and packed in a packing plant in the orchard; packaged in a plastic bag in a box, so no insects could get into the fruit once it’s packaged, which is just hours from it being picked. It’s refrigerated immediately. In addition, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency inspects fruit for export, looking for insect pests and diseases, but suddenly some countries want to design their own protocols instead of respecting the CFIA, as international markets have historically, Dendy explained.
“It’s worrying if now some countries don’t accept that,” she commented. In fact, China didn’t even require CFIA certification of fruit imported from Canada, she said. China also requires that all orchards be monitored from bud break through to shipping. Orchardists already do that, but not formally. This would require that orchardists fill out forms throughout the season, so there would be an incredible amount of extra paperwork. Then, they also want fruit destined for China segregated in storage from fruit heading for other locations. Direct access to China would allow growers far more options for marketing. Because there are direct flights there’s less handling of the fruit and a better chance that it will reliably arrive in good condition, said Dendy. By maintaining high quality, prices should also be better for the fruit. Dendy said growers are grateful for the efforts of government to work with China to open that market, but further negotiations will be needed, because these restrictions are not realistic. It’s a disappointment because growers had felt Chinese markets might be open this year to Canadian cherries. “B.C. cherry growers are very disappointed in this outcome but urge the government to continue negotiations for an acceptable agreement that would allow market access for Canadian cherries to China on rational conditions, equivalent to the terms extended by China to our U.S. competitors. “Canada’s existing CFIA inspection and phytosanitary certification protocols are internationally agreed and respected standards. The motive for the Chinese position is not clear,” said Dendy. jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com
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CHRISTINE DENDY, of Dendy Orchards in East Kelowna, inspects some of the cherries being sorted at her on-site packing plant last week.
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ritish Columbia is the hub of the small business world and Kelowna has many small businesses but very few large employers. If you think you have a great business idea but don’t know if it will fly or are wondering how to get started, here are some things to consider. First, consider your personality. Are you comfortable with working long hours to get your business up and running without knowing how much money you are going to end up with? Do you have any money to invest in your business venture? Are you tenacious, or do you give up easily? If you are going to have employees, do you have any previous experience as a manager or supervisor? If you answered no to any of the above questions, then perhaps either starting a business is not the right path for you or maybe those are just areas of your basic personality that you might need to work on. The next most important area concerns money. Do you know how much money it will take to get your business started? If you don’t, you need to create a cash flow plan and try to think of every conceivable expense that a business might incur in the first year. Have you developed a relationship with a banker? Many banks have some excellent cash flow templates and Community Futures (www.cfdcco.com) offers a course on how to develop a cash flow plan and even on how to get into business for yourself. Part of the money question is determining how much of your own money you can invest in your business venture and how much more you will be able to get from your suppliers, your family or your bank. If you are currently employed with a flexible employer, perhaps you can start to work on your business part-time and use some of your current salary to invest in your business. And then there’s our business market. Are there similar businesses to what you are considering
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Gabriele Banka doing already in the area? If so, could the area sustain another similar type of business? Are the existing businesses in the area in which you would like to open your business doing well? Do you understand the demographics of the kinds of people that would use your business? Have you picked out a location that is easy to access? Is your business space going to be big enough for you and for possible future expansion? Are there any legal issues with running the type of business that you are considering in that particular location? Is your business space going to require expensive renovations before you can move into it? Will you need equipment? If so, have you tracked down suppliers for your equipment and financing? Some equipment manufacturers also provide financing options such as leasing. What about using second-hand equipment to start? As well, you need to consider the questions about expenses, to be aware of the difference between your fixed expenses—those that you need to pay whether you make a sale or not, usually rent, insurance, utilities— and your variable expenses—those that are directly tied to the product such as staff, raw materials. Will you be able to cover your fixed expenses if you don’t make a sale for a few months? What are the major risks of your business idea? Would any of these risks force you into bankruptcy? If so, is there any way of reducing these risks? Perhaps you had $100,000 to invest in a business. One way to lower risk is not to invest all of it in the business, but to keep, say, $20,000 aside for a rainy day. If you are selling product, you need to deter-
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mine how much of each product you will carry in stock, or if you will just order based on customer demand. Perhaps you can negotiate special terms with your suppliers because you are a new business. Some suppliers and manufacturers of product will provide special terms just to get their product out in as many places as possible. Have you figured out how much you need to charge for your product in order to cover your costs? What about any licenses, permits that you might need? Is your business subject to special laws and regulations? Finally, there is the need to maintain proper financial business records. I would recommend that you interview bookkeepers and accountants to help you get your books set up, especially if you need to register for GST/HST or have employees or inventory. Both accountants and lawyers should be consulted about setting up the kind of business structure you need to be operating in—sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation. Gabriele Banka is a Certified General Accountant and the owner of Banka & Company Inc. info@bankaco.com
very entrepreneur I meet while pursuing the activities of our local entrepreneurs society or conducting research for this column brings to me new excitement, knowledge and experience. The joy I receive can’t be easily explained for the success of our valley entrepreneurs who embrace positive change in their lives. I often receive emails from loyal readers and fans of entrepreneurship. About four months ago, my youngest daughter, Marissa, insisted I should visit a quaint consignment shop in Kelowna with the catchy name, Furniture Heaven. So, on a “hang-out with my wife day,” we checked out Furniture Heaven on a sunny afternoon. We would become truly amazed by the quality furniture products the store had to offer, home décor items and particularly the congenial demeanor of the sales staff. The “ we’ll be back” resonated in my mind searching rapidly for a legitimate excuse to visit again in a more buysomething mindset. Sometimes things are just meant to be, as after that visit I received an email from Glo McKinnon, proprietor of Furniture Heaven. Asking McKinnon if she would allow me to create an article on her story, received a supportive “let’s do it” reply. So I returned to Fur-
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McKinnon took a business course and entered the secretarial world, finally deciding to move to the Okanagan when she was 29. She then entered the furniture sales world at Sears, where her passion for decorating and entrepreneurship took root. While employed at Sears, Glo excelled in the store’s “Whole Home University” course, specializing in interior design. She then tacked the federal government’s Community Futures Business Plan Program, arriving at the crossroads of becoming an Okanagan entrepreneur. McKinnon launched her Furniture Heaven dream venture in February 2002, with the tag line that I think is priceless: “Upscale home furnishings at gently-used prices.” But with McKinnon’s love of entrepreneurship, she quickly became
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a nominee for the “Rising Star” category at the 17th annual Kelowna Business Awards in 2005. Her son Scott has since joined his mother in the mix, bringing with him his experience in marketing, advertising and graphic design ads to help the business. Whether you have furniture you are ready to part with or you are looking for that special unique item as the “forever” item, I encourage you to visit Furniture Heaven. Don’t hesitate to ask Glo McKinnon about her thoughts on your home decorating ideas. She focuses the abundance of her skills on servicing the customer in her store and takes considerable pride in having you enjoy the “experience” as a Furniture Heaven customer. Joel Young is founder, of the Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurs Society.
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After a lockout, a strike and months of bargaining, Westbank First Nation and the B.C. Government and Service Employeesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Union have reached a consensus on their collective bargaining agreement for Pine Acres Home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a very difficult round of bargaining, both sides worked very hard at the end to get a deal,â&#x20AC;? said Holly Reid, communications officer for the BCGEU. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think there is just a sense of relief that (workers) can get back to doing the work that they love.â&#x20AC;? Pine Acres Home is a 63-bed adult intermediate care facility. Seventy-seven workers from the facility were given lockout notice June 22.
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WFN was seeking concessions from those workers including $4 per hour wage cuts, reductions to vacation and sick time, cuts to benefits and the elimination of pensions for new hires. Louie said that concessions were needed because Pine Acres was losing money â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been operating the facility since 1983 and funding the operational costs. The last fiscal year, it was close to $1 million that we put into (Pine Acres) of WFNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own money,â&#x20AC;? said Louie. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It comes to a point where itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still a business. As a business, we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t continue to fund an operation thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s costing us money every yearâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;there had to be some cutbacks.â&#x20AC;? The new agreement hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cut the wages of any workers; however, vacation time, sick time and benefits have been â&#x20AC;&#x153;brought more in line with industry standards,â&#x20AC;?
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Is it better Seeking out what makes kids happy to be fit and fat than seated and skinny? A n apple a day may keep the doctor away, but it’s better if you eat it standing up. I know, I know. You’re probably thinking: ‘Here goes Norm again, writing about the need to stay fit to help reduce the strain on our health care system.’ But it’s true. The more you and your family stay active the greater your chances of staying physically and mentally healthy. That’s not only good for you, but frees up limited medical resources to look after the injured, chronically ill, frail in care, and so many others. Are you fighting a little weight problem? Research from Dr. Steven Blair, of the University of South Norm Letnick Carolina, shows that being inactive actually carries more health risks than carrying a few extra pounds. In a recent article published in the BC Medical Journal, Dr. James Richardson says that the “fit fat” have lower health risks than the “sedentary skinny.” The number of calories we consume has remained quite stable over the years. It’s our level of activity that has dropped—like me sitting here writing this on my computer. Dr. Blair’s research concludes that increasing activity lowers mortality, regardless of your body mass index. In other words, your weight scale isn’t necessarily the best tool to help you stay healthy, but a clock—to measure time spent being active—might be. This is far more important than just looking better in swimsuits. If we do not successfully tackle these issues, we can expect rising numbers of people with diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer, arthritis and chronic respiratory disease. That sounds dire, so here’s the good news: All these diseases can be prevented or at least delayed. And while this will always come down to personal choice, government can play a role. That’s why our government invested in a smoking cessation program, and why we are encouraging British Columbians to make healthy diet choices with our sodium sense tool and informed dining programs. Our Healthy Start initiative supports all women and families with young children in B.C. in receiving care needed for optimal health, as well as provides additional supports to young, low-income, first time pregnant women and their children. These things make a huge difference. If each British Columbian exercised 30 minutes a day, achieved and maintained a healthy weight, followed a healthy pattern of eating as recommended in Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide, and refrained from smoking, we could reduce our risk for most chronic diseases by up to 80 per cent. If all British Columbians had a healthy weight, were physically active, and didn’t smoke, the province could avoid over $3.8 billion in economic and health care costs each year. So, of course, do your best to quit smoking, eat healthy foods (especially those grown by local farmers), and have the discipline to drink water instead of pop, diet or not. But no matter how big you are, 30 minutes a day, five days per week, of moderate or stronger aerobic activity will do your body a world of good, keep you around longer to be with your family—and yes, make it easier for taxpayers to sustain and improve publiclyfunded health care. Norm Letnick is the Liberal MLA for Kelowna-Lake Country and chair of the Select Standing Committee on Health.
UBC Okanagan undergraduate student Tim Krupa wants to understand what makes children happy, so he trekked across the world to Zambia to seek answers. “I first went to Zambia in 2011 to develop school soccer clubs for youth, which was a project supported by the Irving K. Barber International Education Travel Subsidy,” said Krupa, who lives in Kelowna. “The children I worked with were unbelievably playful and jubilant. “So much of what we hear about Africa is focused on the people’s struggles—famine, disease, war, and poverty. “Working in such an impoverished area, I expected to see a lot of sadness, but, at least superficially, all I observed was happiness and a positive outlook.” After returning to UBC Okanagan, Krupa approached associate professor of psychology Mark Holder, whose research focuses on the science of happiness. He asked Holder to mentor him for a research project examining the determinants and barriers to psychological well-being in Zambian children. “We want to know if children in Zambia are as happy as children in Canada, and how much of their well-being is influenced by factors such as disease, poverty, hunger or spirituality,” said Krupa, a fourth-year bachelor of science student with a concentration in biology, chemistry and biochemistry. “Much of psychology and neuroscience traditionally focuses on diagnosing what’s wrong with us and how can we fix that. “Dr. Holder and I are interested in learning more about what’s right with us, and how we can promote it. This expanding field is known as positive psychology.” Krupa received an Irving K. Barber Undergraduate Research Award to support his project with Holder, and returned to Zambia this summer with fellow UBCO science student Alexa Geddes to compile data. From early May to early June, Krupa and Geddes conducted a 45-item survey with 1,329 Zambian children, ages 7 to 19, from six different schools and three different prov-
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TIM KRUPA conducts his research survey at one of the best schools in the country, an urban Catholic girls’ school in Zambia’s capital city, Lusaka. inces. The survey was designed to measure three characteristics—happiness, life satisfaction and hope. Their study considered a number of variables, including personal and family health/illness, wealth, hunger, religious practices and spirituality, education, social connectivity and nature connectivity. “We’d spend all morning in classrooms doing the survey and all afternoon playing soccer, which was fascinating because it enabled us to see how the school soccer clubs that originated in the previous year had evolved,” said Krupa. “The girls are now playing, which is wonderful. “It was important to
me that we didn’t simply leave with data. We wanted to build relationships, encourage hard work and gender equality through sport, and give something back to the children on top of increasing our empirical knowledge of this severely understudied population.” Krupa recalls the Zambian children always wanting to play soccer. “It didn’t matter if it was 40 degrees outside and we were playing barefoot on hot gravel and sand. They were always excited to play. Their attitudes were so memorable for me.” Krupa hopes his research will lead to interventions, policy, or program development that
‘‘ WE WANT TO KNOW IF CHILDREN IN ZAMBIA ARE AS HAPPY AS CHILDREN IN CANADA, AND HOW MUCH OF THEIR WELL-BEING IS INFLUENCED BY FACTORS SUCH AS DISEASE, POVERTY, HUNGER OR SPIRITUALITY. Tim Krupa could support and pro-
mote well-being for children not only in Zambia, but across cultures and continents. “We actually don’t know that much about what makes children happy, especially in low-resource nations. There has been some research into children’s happiness in Canada, so it will be very interesting to see if the data we collected from Zambian children is consistent with that of Canadian children.” Krupa is currently in the data-analysis stage of the research investigation. He has been invited to present his research findings this October at the Canadian Conference on Global Health being held in Ottawa.
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MIXED CHOIR…The Kelowna Liedertafel Choir will host a mixed choir from Solingen, Germany, made up of more than 50 members, part of a choral society founded in 1946 with a membership of 20 choirs and 1,000 choristers. Under the motto Choral Song Made in Solingen, the choirs tour all parts of the world to promote the universality of music and song. The choir will perform in Kelowna on Thursday, Aug. 30, 7 p.m., at the First Lutheran Church, 4091 Lakeshore Rd. Admission is $15 with tickets available from choir members, at Illichman’s Deli in Kelowna, Sundowner Meats in Winfield or by calling 250-862-3550.
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Copper’s owners had no time for him. He is young, needs training, and is eager to please. He is OK with cats, but not suitable for small children. His size and energy could easily knock them over. He has the potential to be a loving and loyal pet for the right family, and his companionship will definitely be worth all the time you put into him. Owner surrender
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Trixie came from Dog Control, so her history is unknown. We have found her to be a fun loving bundle of energy, she enjoys long walks, playtime with her toys and needs lots of exercise to keep her happy and healthy. She would fit well in a home with experienced guardians and a fully fenced yard. She does have some anxiety issues and does not like to be left alone. Came in from Dog Control
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Fancy is a very inquisitive cat. She loves to follow people around the room and ‘help out’. She is somewhat on the independent side, loves to lounge and observe her world, and being a mellow girl, she would do well with first time cat owners or children. She will make a wonderful companion for a family and she can interact with. Please come down and ask for an introduction. Came in as a stray
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At certain points in the day, your vehicle can get up to 60+ Celsius, add on a few pounds of fur and your dog is on the fast track to death. Dogs and cats pant to release heat through their paws, which keeps them cool, but in the warmth of your car, this is not possible. So, leave your pet at home and your perky pooch will thank you!
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Zep’s owners could no longer care for him. He would be better suited to a home with older children. We believe he would make a good family dog with people who have had experience with a large breed. He requires a lot of exercise or he will become bored and possibly destructive. He will give you many years of love, laughter and loyalty, if you are willing to give him a ‘second chance’. Come and meet him in our backyard. Owner surrender
Smokey was found under a dumpster hiding from a big storm. Kind people took him in, but their resident cat picked on him too much and he got pretty stressed out. Hence he is at the shelter looking for his ‘forever home’. He will make a wonderful companion, as he comes to people right away and loves to have attention lavished on him. He would be OK with another accepting feline and children. Abandoned
Goliath has turned out to be a very friendly guy. He is a bit overwhelmed and stressed with his surroundings at the moment, but we know that he has lived with another cat. He will make a wonderful family cat, as he loves to give affection and follow you around. He has some playful spurts and certainly knows how to make the staff laugh. If you would like to meet him, please come down to the shelter. Abandoned
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No one ever claimed Tasha and she is looking for her permanent loving home. We have observed her playing with toys and enjoying the backyard. She will need leash and obedience training, but is smart and quick to learn. She wants to please and prefers company instead of being alone. If you feel she would fit into your home, please come down and spend some time with her. Transferred from Dog Control
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Finnigan is a very sweet guy who love attention and looks like a cartoon character. He is not a big fan of being left alone. He would best fit into a family that has lots of energy and he would do well with children older than ten. Finnegan could use some basic obedience training, and if you have the time and care to give this little guy please speak to a staff member about him. Came in as a stray
5 YEARS 3 MOS DOMESTIC MED HAIR SPAYED FEMALE Hi there, my name is Lindy!. I am a very friendly feline, and I love human attention. I will head butt you for more pets and love. I don’t get along very well with other cats, so a home where I can rule the roost would be ideal for me. If you have the ‘forever home’ I am looking for and can give me lots of love love and attention, then please come and spend some time getting to know me. Owner surrender
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2 YEARS DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR SPAYED FEMALE Tallula came in with her two babies. She was a great mom, very friendly, loves chin rubs and is a little shy of other cats. When affection is lavished on her, she becomes quite the cuddly girl. She is very well behaved, talks a lot and likes to interact with people. If you have the time and love to give to this little sweetie, please ask the staff to set up a meeting with her. Owner surrender
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Receptionist/Member Appointment Coordinator FBC has been providing income tax and tax planning services to Canadian farmers and small business owners for almost 60 years. We have been successful largely due to the dedication our employees have shown to our 50,000+ Members. Due to the continued growth of our Kelowna Regional Office, we are looking for the right person to take on the dual role of Receptionist/Member Appointment Coordinator. If you are a dynamic individual who likes a fast paced high performance team environment please submit your resume and covering letter to jwright@fbc.ca
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Owner Operators Required Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Owner Operators to be based at our Kamloops or Kelowna terminals for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of Professional drivers, call Bev, 604968-5488 or email a resume, current driver’s abstract and details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or fax 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. We thank you for your interest, however only those of interest to us will be contacted.
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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051. APPS Cargo Terminals Inc. has an opening for a Owner/Operator with a white 1ton cube van. Apply in person to: 1545 Hardy St. No phone calls AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for welders. Due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for 10-3rd year apprentices or journey person welders. We offer best wage in industry. 3rd yr apprentice $28$30/hr, journey person $32$35/hr, higher with tank experience. Profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at; (office)780-8462231; (fax)780-846-2241 or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca; production@autotanks.ca. Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform. BENTO Sushi in West Kelowna, BC is looking for a Food Counter Attendant (Sushi Maker). Wages are $10.50$13/hr. Permanent F/T & P/T positions available. Apply to: yukari@bentosushi.com CERTIFIED ELECTRICIANS Wanted for growing northern company. Competitive wages and benefits. Safety tickets needed. Fax 250-775-6227 or email: info@torqueindustr ial.com. Apply online: www.torqueindustrial.com.
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CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHTS Needed for growing northern company. Competitive wages and benefits. Safety tickets necessary. Fax resume to 250-775-6227 or email: info@torqueindustrial.com Online: www.torqueindustrial.com CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780-444-7103. john@raidersconcrete.com. DJ HILDEBRANDT HOMES INC.- hiring for a CASUAL position, Supporting adults with developmental disabilities in a residential setting in Kelowna. Applicants must have education and or experience in the human service field, as well as Class 5 BC. DL. Please send Resumes to: administration@hildebrandthomes.com or Fax : 250-717-1883 GORAYA Family Farm is looking for Orchard workers to begin Sept until middle of Nov/12. Duties include harvesting fruit & other various jobs. $10.25/hr. 40 hrs/wk Call 250-862-8151, 250-469-1780, email: tsgoraya@hotmail.com INSERTING MACHINE Operator required for busy Alberta printing plant. Previous Alphaliner or other machine experience an asset. Mechanical & computer aptitude required; ejamison@greatwest.ca JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! No experience necessary, we will train. Must be 18+yrs. of age. Students Welcome. 250-8603590 Email:info@plazio.ca North Okanagan Sawmill is looking to hire an individual with experience as a Welder, Fabricator and Millwright. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637 Required experienced fully equipped Heavy Duty Field Mechanic for Vernon Area. (778)475-6003 9am-5pm
NEUCEL SPECIALTY CELLULOSE is a softwood dissolving sulphite pulp mill, located in peaceful, picturesque Port Alice, on the majestic West Coast of BC near the Northern tip of Vancouver Island. Do you appreciate sport fishing, hockey, mountain biking, golfing, scuba diving, hiking, camping, skiing, caving? Port Alice and the surrounding areas are a home base and playground for you and your family. Port Alice is a friendly town and a great place to raise children. Currently there are exciting employment opportunities at Neucel and we are looking for qualified and committed people to fill them. • 2nd Class Power Engineer • Electrician (2) • Millwright (2) • Vibration Analyst • Process Engineer • Maintenance Purchaser • Manufacturing Support Engineer • Shift Superintendent To apply for any of these positions please send your resume to: hr@neucel.com or Fax 250-284-7715. www.neucel.com PARTS AND Services representatives at Jacobson Ford Salmon Arm BC. We are looking for exciting, customer friendly, dynamic individuals capable of working in a fast paced work environment. Parts and service experience an asset but not necessary, email resume to: iwantacareer@jacobsonford.com
PREMIUM Truck & Trailer Inc is seeking a full-time parts delivery person. If you enjoy working in a busy environment with minimal supervision, have strong organizational and people skills we want to hear from you. Qualifications: *A valid driver’s licence is required *Attention to detail, accuracy and strong organizational skills is a must *Strong work ethic: Must be able to work independently or in a team environment. *Excellent communication skills. *Must be punctual and reliable and possess a great attitude. *Some related shipping and receiving experience would be an asset. To express your interest in this position, Please forward resume and cover letter to: m.jones@premiumtruck.ca or Fax: Attention: Mr Kelly Jones at 250-769-3032, Please no phone calls
Automotive Wholesaler We are looking for an individual to manage our automotive pre-owned wholesale division. This person will be responsible for wholesale purchasing of pre-owned vehicles for the Bannister Automotive Group. Automotive experience in pre-owned vehicles is required. Email in confidence to mark@bannisters.com
BANNISTER AUTO GROUP If you are energetic, creative, motivated and have the desire to join a “Customer First Family”, then we would invite you to come grow with us. We are one of western Canada’s fasted growing automotive companies. We have openings in several of our locations for
SALES MANAGERS, SALESPEOPLE AND QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS. Interested in joining our team? Contact Dick Rosman at 1-888-410-5761 or Email your resume to dick@bannisters.com Bannister GM Vernon, Bannister GM Edson, Bannister Honda Vernon, Browns GM Dawson Creek, Champion GM Trail, Huber-Bannister Chevrolet Penticton, Salmon Arm GM Salmon Arm.
REALTOR WANTED! All expenses paid including your training! All warm leads supplied! Great opportunity to earn a 6 figure income or more in your first year – meeting with clients 80% of time or more. To Anonymously request more information, send an email to: teamrealtorinquiry @gmail.com By July 31, 2012 SAND BLASTER wanted in Winfield. Experienced. Please fax resume to 250-766-1350 or phone 250-862-1345 TIRECRAFT Chetwynd is now looking for experienced OTR & Mining tire technicians to work in camp in the Chetwynd area. Please email resumes to tire430@telus.net or fax them to (250)788-2964
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Qualifications: • Strong command of the English Language • 3rd or 4th year apprentices • Certified journeymen • Driver’s licence • Self-starter
WE OFFER Competitive Wages & Full Benefits
Home Care/Support CARE Aides - Bayshore Home Health is seeking casual, oncall certified care aides. Full time hours available for those willing to work evenings and weekends. Must have reliable vehicle. If you are: empathetic; personable; positive; dedicated and are committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you., Please send resume c/w two references to shgeekie@bayshore.ca by Aug. 10. Only those shortlisted will be contacted. FOOT Care Nurse - Bayshore Home Health is hiring a casual, on-call nurse with an advanced footcare certificate. If you possess an outstanding work ethic; positive attitude; passion for superior client service, and a reliable vehicle, send your resume to shgeekie@bayshore.ca by Aug 11.
Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR F/T Food Service Supervisor $12/hr+ben. Supervise workers, prepare work schedules, Est. & order supplies. Prepare and submit reports. Send CV: 2220 Bouchiere Rd Kelowna, BC, V1Z 2E5 or kelownasubway@yahoo.ca THE BREAD Company is looking for a Line Cook for busy breakfast and lunch service. Experience required. Please submit resume to: employmentatthebreadcompany.ca
Please e-mail resumes: amanda@supersave.ca or Fax: 604.534.3811 Super Save is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity.
Land Use Forester
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CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHTS WANTED for growing northern company. Competitive wages and benefits. Safety tickets necessary. Please forward resume to info@torqueindustrial.com or Fax: 250-775-6227 www.torqueindustrial.com
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Medical Health
Trades, Technical
CERTIFIED ELECTRICIANS WANTED
Moving & Storage
NORTH END Moving Service Local/Long Distance. Free Estimates 250-470-9498
Do U Have Cancer? Send for a free brochure to Duralife, PO box 22124 Kel, BC. V1Y 9N9
WANTED for busy Dental Office in Grand Forks B.C. 4 days per wk M-Th CDA as well as Chairside. Pls send resume to drtata@telus.net or fax 250442-3721
Armstrong Collision is accepting resumes for Journeyman Autobody Technicians or 2nd & 3rd year apprentices for immediate employment. Phone 250546-3300 or Fax resumes to: 250-546-3376 or email: armstrongcollision@telus.net
Drywall J&C Drywall, + Sm. reno’s., Tbar, taping, tex. ceilings, free est., ref’s avail., 778-821-1850 PESL DRYWALL Service Inc. Renovations, new construction and repairs. Boarding, taping, textured ceilings. Call Tomas at 250-212-4483 or 860-3495. Small Repairs/Reno’s. Drywall, Framing, Painting, Fin’d Carpentry etc. Ken, 250-212-9588
Job & application details can be viewed at: http://www.westernforest.com /building-value/our-people -employment/careers
WELL Established Glass Company looking for experienced installer of vinyl windows, aluminum patio covers & sun rooms. Should have some carpentry experience. 250-717-7530 or 763-1600
#1 for a reason. Paradise Massage. Where men come to relax. 778-477-5050 Kelowna AFFORDABLE, Excellent F/B Massage. New! Neuro-Activating Touch. Linda 862-3929. ALWAYS AMAZING Bodysage, convenient, private, studio, 778-484-1582 AROMATHERAPY/SHIATSU A soothing touch. 8am-9pm. (250)-768-8999 ASIAN Massage. Lovely, Peaceful Setting, $60/hr. Call (250)-317-3575 BLISS Massage 4 your every need. 10 yrs exp. men only . Call 4 appt. 250-215-7755 DRAGONFLY RELAXATION MASSAGE 250-469-1099 THAI Massage. Totally relax & energize your body & mind. Open 7 days/wk 250-801-7188
*TOTAL ZEN MASSAGE*
“RELAXATION” To The Fullest. Mens/Ladies (250)-869-5116
Health Products SLIM DOWN For summer! Lose up to 20 lbs in just 8 weeks. Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-854-5176
Services
Financial Services
Western Forest Products Inc.
TICKETED Crane Operator in the West Kootenay Area with experience/Ability up to 75 ton crane send resume to wkm@shawcable.com
Services
DROWNING IN Debt? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru settlements. Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation. Toll Free 1 877-5563500 www.mydebtsolution.com
JOURNEYMAN MACHINIST KJM Sales Ltd. is a busy Prince George based company seeking a Journeyman Machinist for full time employment. Third/Fourth Year apprentices will be considered for the position. A competitive wage and benefit package is offered. Please direct all resumes to KJMSALES@SHAW.CA NO PHONE CALLS/DROP-INS PLEASE.
PSYCHIC ASTROLOGER. Reveals the unknown. Unhappy? Unlucky? Unloved? Kate solves Love, Marriage, Business, Health, Depression, Anxiety, Bi-Polar, Alcoholism, Addiction problems. World renown God gifted healer reunites lovers. Free question. Call 877-426-8223.
Medical/Dental
Services
Accounting/Tax/ Bookkeeping JEM Bookkeeping Services Full cycle bookkeeping services. Taking new clients. 826-0548 Professional bookkeeping, affordable rates. Shoebox Small Business Solutions, 763-7638
Carpentry/ Woodwork DAVE Woolmer’s Carpentry, decks, windows, doors, finishing, 40yrs. exp. 250-870-1105 JOURNEYMAN CARPENTRY Decks, additions, renovations. Free Estimates. 250-215-0215
Cleaning Services 360º Clean Premium Quality, Professional & Reliable. Making U House Proud. 215-1073 Housekeeping Excellence!! Over 10 yrs Exp. Honest & Reliable. Ref.’s Avail. Kelowna Area. Suzanne @763-7284 SHOW Home Cleaning. Let us shine for you. Residential/ Commercial, office/ construction. Bonded & insured. Call 250-212-6101 WEEKLY, Bi-weekly, organizing, elderly welcome, reliable & flexible, Call 250-448-1786
Computer Services 12/7 A MOBILE COMPUTER TECH. Certified computer technician, virus removal, repairs, upgrades. Let me come to you. (250)-717-6520.
Contractors KSK Framing & Foundations. Quality workmanship at reas rates. Free est 250-979-8948
Countertops LAMINATE COUNTERTOPS for $25/sq.ft. INSTALLED. Hundreds of designs. Call DSE Millwork for a free inhome estimate. (250)859-6241 DSEMillwork.com REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.
Electrical A&S ELECTRIC. Resid/Comm Wiring. New constr, renov. & service changes. lic’d & bonded. Steve 864-2099 (cont #90929)
Painting & Decorating
100% Prestige Painting, European Craftsmanship, Fine Detail work Ext/Int. 250-864-1041 1ST. In customer service, Cando Painting, prof. reliable crew, 15yrs. in business, Int/Ext. Eddie 250-863-3449
A-TECH SERVICES (1) 250-899-3163
Fencing
WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM
FENCES & GATES Guaranteed workmanship, low summer rates. Wood, wire, chainlink, cedar panels. 30yrs. exp. Free Est. 250-212-8265
2 Coats Any Colour
Garage Door Services GARAGE Doors- install, service, repair all makes of doors & openers. 250-878-2911
3 Rooms For $299, (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!
DALE’S PAINTING Service. Painting Kelowna a better place since 1982. 862-9333 I LIVE TO PAINT! Big or Small We Paint Them All! One Call Does It All! 250-899-2657
Garden & Lawn
Plumbing
1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1All Exterior Hedge & Tree Specialist. Downsizing bracing, trimming, pruning, sculpturing & removing of hedges & trees. Fully Insured.Free Estimates. Dave (250)-212-1716 www.hedgeabovetherest.ca AAA Lawn & Garden, Specializing in irrigation, landscaping, grass cutting, yard maintenance, excavation. Father & Son 250-212-5320 Ace of Spades. Tree, hedge & shrub pruning 250-878-1315, 250-765-7825 CUT & Chuck Landscaping. Yard Clean Up, Aeration & Power Raking. (250)212-2692 Don’t call anyone about Lawn cutting, yard clean-ups, or pruning until you speak with us! Serving Kelowna & Area for over 7yrs. Ryan, 250-4691288. www.vantagekelowna.com JIM’S MOWING Book a job at www.jimsmowing.ca or call 310-JIMS(5467). KELOWNA LAWN & Irrigation. Spring start-up and repairs. Gerry at 250-769-8717
BAYSIDE Plumbing & Gas Fitting Service. H/W tanks. Qualified & Reliable. 250-317-2279 DREGER MECH. Plumbing, Gasfitting, comm/res & reno, ins’d, 24hr. Call 250-575-5878.
Gutters & Downspouts
LAKESIDE Deck & Rail, vinyl & composite decks, aluminum picket & glass rails, 826-0625
KELOWNA GUTTER Cleaning and repairs, re-slope gutters,etc Richard 250-718-6718
Hauling & Salvage ABLE to haul or tow miscellaneous items, scrap cars, steel, etc. Phone 250-801-4199
Home Improvements K.P. Construction, Rec. Rms., Decks, Reno’s, Fences, No Job Too Small. 250-575-8633 NEED Help? Paint, Tile, Carpentry, Drywall, light Electrical & Plumbing. Rentals a specialty. Call 250-869-6577
Landscaping #1 STOP FOR ROCKS. www.bcrocks.com. Please call 250-862-0862 ASPEN Landscaping. Retaining walls, Patios, Irrigation, etc. NO HST! 250-317-7773 FULL landscaping, rock walls, soil screening. Tremblay’s Excavating. 250-979-8033 Neighborhood Trucking & Delivery. Topsoil, Ogo Grow, Bark Mulch, Sand. Visa, Debit Mastercard. 250-870-1138
Machining & Metal Work GET BENT Metal Fab, fences, gates, railings, security bars, 863-4418www.getbentmetalfab.ca
Moving & Storage AAA Best Rates Moving $59+. FLAT Rates long dist. Weekly trips BC/AB. 250-861-3400 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 JOE’S MOVING.reasble rates fully equip’d trucks, local-long dist, no job too small470-8194
Pressure Washing
OKANAGAN Pressure Washing. Commercial/Residential. Fully insured. 14 years exp. Call Dave at 250-863-0306
Roofing & Skylights
GERMAN MASTER ROOFER. Over 30yrs exp. on all kinds of roofs. New Reroof & Repair. Free estimate. Call Steffen, 250-863-8224 Master & Visa Welcome www.teamgerman.com. OKANAGAN SUN ROOFING. WANTED - Homes in Need of Re-roofing. Tod 250-864-7484 RYDER ROOFING LTD. Free estimates, ‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’ 250765-3191.
Sundecks
Tiling
TILE Setter. Artistic Ceramics. Custom tile setting. Call 250870-1009
Tree Services
1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1All Exterior Hedge & Tree Specialist. Downsizing bracing, trimming, pruning, sculpturing & removing of hedges & trees. Fully Insured. Free Estimates. Dave (250)-212-1716 www.hedgeabovetherest.ca
Trucking/ Bull Dozing
TNT TRUCKING. No load too small. Junk removal, sand, gravel, etc. (250)862-0821 (250)765-2778.
4 OUT OF 5 PEOPLE WITH DIABETES DIE OF HEART DISEASE. Better your odds. Visit getserious.ca
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Sales & Service Directory BOOKKEEPING
JEM Bookkeeping Services Full cycle bookkeeping service. Taking new clients.
250-826-0548
COUNTERTOPS
CONTRACTORS K.P. CONSTRUCTION
SMALL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INC.
• Bookkeeping • Income Tax Returns • Consulting Trent Phillips 250.763.7638
Rec. Rooms • Decks • Renovations • Fences • No job too small! “Free Estimates” Kevin Profit kprofit@hotmail.com
250-575-8633
www.shoeboxsolutions.ca
DRYWALL
SMALL REPAIRS & RENOVATIONS
J & C Drywall
Boarding, taping & texture, framing, painting, finishing, carpentry, etc.
• Drywall • T-Bar • Taping • • Textured Ceilings • Steel Studs • SMALL RENOVATIONS • FREE ESTIMATES • REFERENCES AVAILABLE
Ken 250-212-9588
JERRY 778-821-1850
LAMINATE TOPS
$
NATURAL STONE
$
starting at
starting at
1630 Innovation Dr. Kelowna, BC V1V 2Y5 P 250.765.3004 | F 250.491.1773 Natural Stone Surfaces All One Piece Laminate
Visit our showroom at THE AIRPORT BUSINESS PARK Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm Family owned & operated for over 40 years
colonialcountertops.com
EXCAVATION
A & S Electric
TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATING LTD.
(cont#90929)
• Full Landscaping • Rock Retaining Walls • Portable Soil Screener CELL: (250) 979-8033 BUS: (250) 861-1500
LANDSCAPING Neighborhood Trucking & Delivery Top Soil • Ogo Gro • Bark Mulch • Gravel• Sand We remove: yard refuse, junk CHUCK 250-870-1138 neighborhoodtrucking.ca We accept “When the Big Guys are Too Big We Deliver”
ASPEN LANDSCAPING
NO HST Landscaping, irrigation, patios, retaining walls & water features 250-317-7773
ASPENLANDSCAPING.CA
“The Professionals”
• Local/long distance • Storage Available • No job too small • Free Estimates Call Joe Anytime 250-470-8194
XERISCAPES • DECKS • FENCES....
www.PAINTSPECIAL.com
Ph: 250-869-0697 Cell 250-470-9498
A-TECH SERVICES
Ceiling and trim extra Price includes Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint NO PAYMENT Until Job Is Completed!
1.250.899.3163
AFFORDABLE PAINTING
Senior’s Specials Experience & Quality New Homes & Repaints Ceilings Bondable. Insurance Work Call Terry
250-863-9830 or 250-768-1098
157.25 tax incl.
EXPERIENCED CRAFTSMEN QUALITY WORKMANSHIP SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST
• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall
• Kitchen Remodels • Painting • Plumbing
Kelowna Gutter Cleaning & Repair
We install, service, & repair all makes of doors & openers. FREE ESTIMATES • INSURANCE CLAIMS Call for appointment
• Fix leaks • 20 years. experience • Fascia soffit repairs • Downpipes • Re-Slope
OVERHEAD DOORS
250-878-2911 abcohdoors@gmail.com
250.718.6718
MEDICAL HEALTH
BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY CUTS NOW! Lawn Maintenance, Clean-ups, Pruning/ Hedges, Rubbish Removal, Fertilizing, Aeration, Odd Jobs.
Call 310-JIMS (5467) www.jimsmowing.ca
• Electrical • Tile Work • To-Do Lists • Much More
MEMBER
Canadian Homebuilders Association
Kelowna • 250-717-5500 kelowna.handymanconnection.com
FEATURE
Licensed, Bonded & Insured Independently Owned and Locally Operated
TRUCKING
TNTTRUCKING SMALL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INC.
• Bookkeeping • Income Tax Returns • Consulting
Trent Phillips 250.763.7638 www.shoeboxsolutions.ca
No load too small • BARK MULCH • SAND • GRAVEL • YARD CLEAN-UP • JUNK REMOVAL LIGHT FLAT-DECK Nick Nixon - Trish Nebot Cell 250-862-0821 Office 250-765-2778
“PREMIUM PAINT AND SERVICE”
DALE’S
PAINTING SERVICE
862-9333 PAINTING KELOWNA A BETTER PLACE SINCE 1982
www.dalespaintingservice.ca
DO YOU HAVE CANCER? Find out how to cure yourself! Send for a free brochure to Duralife PO Box 22124, Kelowna, BC V1Y 9N9
EUROPEAN TRAINED journeyman carpenter with over 25 years of experience. Renovations, finishing carpentry, decks. For free estimates call Thomas Serving Kelowna for over 17 years.
250-215-0215
GET FEATURED speak with a classified rep to get this space working for you
250-763-7114
RYDER ROOFING LTD. Free estimates, senior discounts, member of B.B.B. Fully insured, WCB coverage. All types of shingle roofing & torch on roofing systems. ‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’
250-765-3191
Prestige Painting 100% Guaranteed E European Euro Eu uropean uropean pea ean an Craftsmanship, Fine detail work, Ext/Int. Guaranteed Results. Free Estimates. igorskopje71@hotmail.com igo ggorsk rskopj opj ppje71 e71@ho e71 @ tma @ho tmail mailil. il.com .com m
250-864-1041
RENOVATIONS DAVE WOOLMER’S CARPENTRY Electrical, plumbing, drywall finishing, tile & flooring. Remodels & painting (int & ext) 250-870-1105 40 yrs. experience. Competitive pricing & seniors discount
ROOFING
RENOVATIONS
$
250-763-7114
250-212-2692
For more information on our Sales & Service businesses go to kelownacapnews.com and check out BCLocalbiz
Qualified, reliable, bonded. Over 30 years exp. res./comm. service renovations, new installations, h/water tanks, dishwashers, washers, dryers. 250-317-2279
TRY THE SALES & SERVICE INTRO PRICE
Please call a classified representative at
•Yard Clean-Up • General Yard Maintenance • Aeration & Power Raking • Mulch Refreshing • Commercial • Residential • Contracts Available
250-769-7603
Local or Long Distance Polite & Professional
!I LIVE TO PAINT!
12 inserts for new clients only please
250.979.8948
rickondeck@gmail.com
250.826.0625
ABC
ksk Framing & Foundations Quality workmanship at reasonable rates. Free estimates
Serving the Okanagan Valley • Vinyl Decking • Composite Decks • Deck Repairs • Aluminum Picket & Glass Rail Quality Service • Free Estimates New Construction & Renovations
GARAGE DOOR GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS SERVICES
SAME DAY SERVICE FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES
LANDSCAPING YOUR PROPERTY Speak with us!
3 rooms for $299 (2 coats any colour)
Bayside Plumbing & Gas Fitting
Cell 250.899.2657 • Ask for Memo Email: i l i v e t o p a i n t @ g m a i l . c o m
250-470-2235
Before you think about
North End Moving Services
PLUMBING
We Paint Them All! One Call Does It All!
10% OFF WITH THIS AD www.okanagancountertopsystem.com
LAKESIDE DECK & RAIL
PAINTING/DECORATING
PAINTING/ DECORATING BIG or Small
FRAMING
REFACE DON’T REPLACE 1/2 the cost of replacing Corian & Granite Designs. The Green Alternative.
LAWN & GARDEN
MOVING/STORAGE Joe’s Moving Service
59.00 SF
On select colors only | Installation available
ELECTRICAL Residential & Commercial Wiring, New Construction, Renovations & Service Changes. Complete telephone & data cabling services, Prompt quality service. Licensed & Bonded Call Steve 250-864-2099
14.95 LF
DECK & RAIL
Kelowna
Deck & Rail Serving the Okanagan 14 yrs. Vinyl Decking up to 80 mil., Modular Flooring, Aluminum, Glass, Topless, Picket Railings, Fences & Gates. Free Estimates
250-878-2483 www.kelownadeckandrail.com kelownadeckandrail.com
TILING
WANTED Homes in need of re-roofing!
Tod Davidson 250.864.7484 tod@okanagansunroofing.com
TILE SETTER Artistic Ceramics.
Custom tile setting. Travertine, marble, granite & ceramic. Decks, kitchen, baths. Guaranteed work.
Call 250-870-1009
WELDING
FEATURE
METAL FABRICATION LTD. Fences • Gates • Railings • Security Bars • Cargo Racks • Rollcages • Boat Railings & more. Tube Bending Specialists www.getbentmetalfab.ca
CUT & CHUCK
250-863-4418
SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE CAPITAL NEWS
LANDSCAPING
•Yard Clean-Up • General Yard Maintenance • Aeration & Power Raking • Mulch Refreshing • Commercial • Residential • Contracts Available
250-212-2692
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Pets & Livestock
Pets & Livestock
Pets & Livestock
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Feed & Hay
Hauling
Livestock
$100 & Under
$100 & Under
1 Chestnut mare, 6yr old, 15hh, part Welsh Warm Blood & Thoroughbred, Show Horse Material. 1 Chestnut Gelding, 6yr old, 14.2hh, part Welsh Warm Blood & 1/4 horse, for leisure. Call (250)542-7125
TEAK Plywood, 3/4”, excellent buy, 4ft.x8ft. Good both sides, $50. 250-860-5971
WHEELCHAIR. Manual. $90. Hospital area. 763-6281
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 cell 250-804-6720
LET US HELP YOU SELL YOUR CAR!
ATTENTION The Capital News cannot be responsible for errors after the first day of publication of any advertisement. Notice of errors on the first day should immediately be called to the attention of the Classified Department to be corrected for the following edition.
TORO Recycler-Self-Propelled Lawnmower. $100. Call (250)860-5971 TV, 21”, $29. Call 250-7688930
Pets
DO YOU HAVE STUFF HANGING AROUND TO GIVE AWAY FREE?
HAVANESE / BICHON frise puppies, come with shots, del avail. $650. (250)804-6848
Merchandise for Sale
Fruit & Vegetables
Fruit & Vegetables
Fruit & Vegetables
Fruit & Vegetables
Fresh From the Fields “Local Produce at Your Doorstep” To place an ad...call the Kelowna Capital News
250-763-7114
ALICE’S FRUIT STAND Open Mon. - Sat. 10:30 am - 5:30 pm 3735 Gordon Dr. (250)-869-0920 Cherries, PP Squash, Garlic, Basil, Beets, Spinach, & Potatoes
Farm Fresh Lapin Cherries For Sale & Cherry Pickers Wanted!
Bring your own containers Open Daily 3030 Elliott Rd. Westbank, 250-768-5768
2225 Campbell Rd. Call 250-769-4740
ARNDT ORCHARDS U-pick Cherries 1555B Teasdale Rd. Open Daily 8:00am-5:30 Sun. 8:00am-4pm
arndtorchards.com BIG FRESH JUICY Okanagan CHERRIES available June 26 on 417 Valley Road 9:30 am5pm ph# (250)869-6564. Bulk orders available.
GLENMORE GARDEN MARKET
U-pick Cherries 1.39/lb
Red & Yellow Cherry Varieties. 1409 Teasdale Rd., South Rutland Open Daily 8:30-5:30 Sunday 8-3 Bring own containers
Pickling cucumbers for order. Peaches,
250-765-1797
Tomatoes & many other fresh vegetables available. Open Everyday 10am-6pm. 250-860-1121 621 Glenmore Rd N.
K&J PACIFIC PEACHES. 1145 MORRISON RD S. Peaches, Cherries, Raspberries, Apricots & Vegetables. Farm Prices. Top Quality. Take McCurdy to Morrison Rd. 250-765-8184
Now taking orders for Raspberries, we pick only. Phone for prices: 250-762-7766.
Graziano Orchards 3455 Rose Rd. E. Kelowna Beautiful Lapin Cherries & some Apricots. Now Available! (250)-860-2644 www.grazianofamilyorchards.com
HOURS: May, June & Sept 10-4:30 daily August 9-5 daily
Growers, Producers & Distillers of Fine Quality Lavender Products Retail shop & Café overlooking garden. Join us for our Lavender Distillation Event on Sat. Aug 11th! 4380 Takla Road, corner of Takla & Saucier Roads in South Kelowna okanaganlavender.com
RASPBERRIES BILGA FARMS YOU PICK, WE PICK (250) 870-3294
SUN CITY CHERRIES U-PICK - WE PICK ICE CREAM, LOCAL JAMS & HONEY
NOW OPEN
Open Daily 10-7 PM suncitycherries@shaw.ca
A healthy local economy depends on you
SHOP LOCALLY
*(Maximum 3 lines, for 3 days)
Garage Sales
Garage Sales
FRESH & LOCAL BLUEBERRIES
758 Wallace Rd. 250-765-8592.
Vegetables, Herbs & More Cherries Ready in August 3609 Gordon Dr. between KLO and Casorso 10am - 5:30pm Tues. - Sat.
Fresh From the Fields is back.
Lake Country
& PEACHES at
2591 Butt Rd. Nectarine & Table Grapes To Follow
Call 250-768-2048
*(Maximum 3 lines, for 3 days)
FREE Port Sealers for Canning. You pick up. Call (250)869-0406 FREE P/U- Appliances, Rads, Batteries, Old machinery, vehicles. Harley 778-821-1317
FREE!
YOUR AD HERE!
PRUNE PLUMS
WORRIED ABOUT THE WEATHER? Purchase Rain Insurance on your Garage Sale ad for $3. If it rains we’ll run your ad again for You must call by the
Available now at
OPEN DAILY 9-6
BOARDS from sundeck & railing, 250-768-4367 DOGHOUSE for Large Breed. Fully insulated, including floor. Needs new roof- Shingles included. You Pick Up. Very Heavy!! (250)-763-8003
The Capital News will place your ad at *NO COST with a FOOD BANK DONATION of Baby Supplies, Canned Food or Dry Goods Just come on in with your donation, and our girls will be glad to help you out.
following Thursday to book your ad for another day. (Valid through September)
250-862-3276
250-766-4036 250-212-8770 12133 Ok. Ctr. Rd. E.,
Firearms
GLOCK Remington, Sig, Winchester, Ruger, CZ, Browning, FN, Mossberg, Girsan, Marlin, Savage, Colt, Sako, S&W, Blaser, Norinco and more all at the Best Little Gunshop Around, Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, 4-1691 Powick Rd. Kel 250-762-7575, Tue-Sat 10-6
DO YOU HAVE STUFF HANGING AROUND TO GIVE AWAY FREE?
U-PICK RASPBERRIES, $2.00/lb or order picked for $2.50/lb. Bring your own containers.
$500 & Under
WASHER & Dryer for sale, $500. Very good condition. 250-768-8930
Free Items
SOHAL ORCHARDS in WINFIELD 10391 Chase Rd.
PEACHES, CHERRIES, APRICOTS, BEANS, CARROTS & LOTS MORE
GAMBELL FARMS
GOODCO BERRIES
$100 & Under BARBEQUE, Falcon, cast aluminum, 288sq.inch. on propane, $45. 250-765-9768 COMPUTER Chair & Desk, $29. Call 250-768-8930 KIRBY Vaccuum Cleaner & Accessories, $99. Call 250768-8930 MEDICAL WALKER $90 Call 250-763-6281 QUEEN Head Board & Frame, $59. Call 250-768-8930
$2.50lb Picked 250-766-0473 or 250-470-9661
U-PICK CHERRIES
CHERRIES Corner of Anderson & Booth Rd. in Ellison. You-pick or We-pick. Taking orders for Blackberries. Call 250-765-5208. Bring containers. **Apple Cider Vinegar** $6/litre
4759 Lakeshore Rd 250.764.1872
U-pick, or We-pick (250)-768-3343 Closed Sundays.
KEMPF ORCHARD
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BUYING or SELLING? For professional info call Grant Assoc.Broker, PC Realty, 250862-6436, FREE Evaluation
2-bdrm BELGO AREA, Rutland Rd. S. $900 + hydro, f/s/w/d, NO PETS, on bus rte. 250-491-3345, 250-869-9788
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2bd house in orchard, new reno, electric & wood fire place heat, $900/mo + utils. Avail Now. 863-6801 or 765-0722
MORTGAGES LOW RATES. 10YR. 3.99% 5 YR. 2.99% Trish at 250-470-8324
BROCKTON MANOR. 1 & 2 bedrooms. The large, bright units are a short walk to downtown, hospital, beach & shopping. Transit is right outside the door. Please call us at 250-860-5220
The City of Kelowna has the following house available for rent: Centrally Located Glenmore 3 Bedrm Bungalow, 1 bathrm, $1150/mth. Applications can be obtained online at www.kelowna.ca under the quick link to Rental Properties or between 8 am to 4 pm at 1435 Water St, Kelowna, Real Estate & Building Services. The deadline for submission of applications is 4:00pm on Friday, Aug 17, 2012.
#1 Solid Wood Used Furniture. OK Estates Furniture & More. 3292 Hwy 97N, Kelowna (1.5 Kms North of McCurdy) 11-5 Tues-Sat OKestates.ca (250)-807-7775
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LA-Z-BOY Rocker recliner, good cond. neutral colors, stainfree, incl. head & armrest covers. $50. 250-863-3361 NEED a New Chair or desk? Print this ad out and bring it in for 20% off anything in store *used furniture only. Visit our showroom for the best selection of office furniture, 8-4:30pm, 420 Banks Rd, Kelowna, B.C. 250-717-1626 WESTERN STAR AUCTIONS. Buying Estates, Tools, Collectible’s & Furniture. Cash Paid or Consignment to Auction. #8-730 Stremel Rd. (778)753-5580
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THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? For a confidential, no obligation, FREE market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-861-6002 or cell 250-717-6330 anytime.
Lots LARGE Building lot on the Upper East Side (Kirschner Mtn) Approx 99ft wide. Asking $265,000. Call Allan for more information at 250-859-3510
Mobile Homes & Parks GET more home for your money. New 2bed/2bath now in stock at Accent Homes 1680 Ross Rd. $73,353 tax in. 250769-6614 www.accenthomes.ca
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PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670 RECORDS Wanted, Pandosy Books #138-1889 Springfield Rd. nr. Bulk Foods, 861-4995
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PANORAMIC Lake & City Views @ SIERRAS, 2440 Old Okanagan Hwy., 3 bedrm/2 bath, 6 appliances. 4 spaces available. Move in ready! $169,900 tax included! Accent Homes 250-769-6614
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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 Shoprider Scooters & Power chairs, new & used. Lifts & walkers, mobility products for independent living. Kel: 250764-7757, Vernon 250-5423745. TF 1-888-542-3745 www.okmobilty.ca WALK-IN Tubs, Accessible Baths & Showers w Seats Aquassure Showroom 1048 Richter, Kel 250-8681220
Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 www.facebook/WeberMarkin Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6
Tools 10” Table saw, 220V Heavy; Dust collector; 12” Bandsaw; 220v $100 each 250-801-8651
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FORECLOSURE 2006 2bed +den 1141sf $217500 MLS Charlene Bertand Coldwell Banker 250-870-1870 TOP Floor 2bed 2bath 1091sf quiet building secure parking 5appl $169900 MLS Charlene Bertrand Coldwell Banker 250870-1870 THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? For a confidential, no obligation, FREE market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-861-6002 or cell 250-717-6330 anytime.
BAR stools, Queen bdrm suite, Chaise couch, dining table w/6chairs, filing cabinet 4 drawers,garage items, weights benches thule, 3 wall units, white fridge & other items Call (250)765-7687, or 212-9964
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LOVESEAT, pulls out into single bed, great for spare room or office, $50. 250-863-3361 Vetterville Second Hand Opening July 17th Appliances, electronics, furniture, kids’ stuff, pet supplies, housewares, and much more. We also offer appliance repairs and new parts for most makes and models Come in and check us out “If we don’t have it we will do our best to get it” 1739 Ross Rd. West Kelowna Ph.250-769-1448
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Townhouses THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? For a confidential, no obligation, FREE market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-861-6002 or cell 250-717-6330 anytime.
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Duplex/4 Plex BUYER wants, 2plex, 3plex or 4Plex. Grant Assoc. Broker Premier Canadian Properties. (250)862-6436
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FOR SALE - ROAD BICYCLES 2012 Norco CRR-SL Med SRAM Red, Mavic wheels, 16.5 lbs, full carbon, $2400 2013 Felt AR2 54cm, SRAM Red (Black), SRAM Wheels, 16 lbs, aero profile, great road/TT combo or Tri-bike conversion, $4200 Contact 250-462-4441 or mwalker@blackpress.ca
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Kelowna FAIRLANE CRT. 2 & 3 bdrms, heat & hot water incl. Located on Lawrence near Gordon, close to downtown & Capri shopping mall. Please call 250-860-4836 Furnished Lakefront Loft Apartment - Sept to May 31/13 A/C, 1 bdrm + den, 2-bth, Luxury loft, 35’ ceilings, f/p, 2000 sqft roof-top deck, soaker tub, granite kit,. Stainless appl’s, w/d, dishes, linens, towels, etc. Rent includes boat slip, heat, hydro, cable TV, internet, phone, pool, hot tub, sec.sys, UG parking, Strand Lakeside Resort in Vernon. $1600/m. Call 250-542-8922 MILL CREEK ESTATES. Various floor plans avail. 1, 2 & 3 bdrms within walking distance of the Parkinson rec center, Apple Bowl, Kelowna Golf & Country Club & Spall Plaza. 250-860-4836. millcreekestates@shaw.ca WILLOW PARK MANOR. Aurora and Hollywood. 1 & 2 bdrms. Steps away from Willow Park shopping center, transit & the other shops of Rutland. Direct bus route to UBCO. 12-15mins. 250-7633654 CENTRE of Kelowna. New affordable lux 1&2bd, 5appls, ug prking, NS/NP. 250-763-6600. www.rentcentrepoint.com
Commercial/ Industrial 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 HWY 97 N. 1500 - 3300sqft. of Industrial area, overhead door, compressor, hoist & a compounded yard. 250-765-3295
Mobile Homes & Pads TEDDY Bear Lodge, Cabins, trailers & tenting, nightly, weekly, monthly, under new ownership, 250-681-4968
Homes for Rent 2BD & 3BD., 4appls, all window blinds, carport. Close to College & Hospital. Available Sept 1. NP, Call 250-860-8583 3BD. Full main flr. of house, West Bank, lg. priv. fnc’d yrd., $1095. Sept. 1, 250-768-4383
2Bedroom Home for rent/pets negotiable1 bath/laundry located on 10 acres just 3 km from Glenrosa overpass. $1200.00/ month plus utilities. SPECTACULAR LAKE VIEW and VERY PRIVATE. 250769-3075/250-868-6103 3Bdrms Kit. dning rm, livng rm lrg yard, fr, st, by Gyro Beach, $1200 long term. Avail Sept 1st NP (250)763-7419 3or4 bdrm home, Shannon Lk Rd. Dbl Gar, f/s, d/w, w/d, a/c, close to elementary school, Available May 1, no pets, $1625+util 250-869-9788 3 or 4 bdrm, Winfield area, $1575+util, backs onto Range land, f/s, d/w, w/d, a/c, Avail now, no pets. 250-869-9788 4000sqft., 5bd home on working orchard. Incl’s fridge,stove, w/d, hydro, NP, NS. $1500/mo (250)767-6396 Peachland 4800SF. 2 storey home on Lake Country acreage, newly reno’d, 7Bdrm. 4bath, 2kits, sep. 3bd. 2ba. legal ste., priv. beach & dock Avail. for responsible family for Sept. More info call 604-866-0320 4 BED 2 BATH BLACK MTN $1250 + Util. 250-869-8504 5 appls, 2 decks. N/S. N/P. 6bd, 3bath, furn’d, central loc., bus rte, L.Mission, A/C & C/V, all appl’s & extra’s, lots of storage & under $500/ea, Sept. 1, $2895/mo. 250-681-4219 WEST Kel. Estates 3bd. 2ba. 1800sqft. upper flr. bungalo, Lakeview, NP, $1300/mo + 2/3 utils. Avail. Immed.1-(403)8267370 or Local @250-768-5998
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BEST DEALS IN KELOWNA! Affordable 1, 2 & 3 Bdrms. AC, near schools, shopping & bus route. Insuite laundry H.Up’s. Across from Park. Clean Quiet & Spacious. Sorry NO Pets. Well Managed Building (250)-861-5605 or (250)-861-5657
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Business for Sale Home Based Corporate Business For Sale. Online retail store, established wholesale customers with a loyal customer base. Very profitable, Retail explored with unlimited potential to grow. Call 250-470-8931 Mobile Food Concession “Grandma’s Goodies” ice cream, pop, hot dogs, chips, etc. all stock included. Fresh Health Inspection. $12,000. (250)306-2200 SEVENTEEN Unit Apartment, $1,350,000, fully rented, will consider trades. 250-317-1333 SMALL Diner FSBO, lots of potential, low overhead, incl. equip, furn, & collectibles. Call 250-860-9599, 1089 Gordon.
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4TH FL 2 BDRM APT IN THE DOLPHINS. STUNNING LAKE VIEWS. 2 MIN WALK TO BEACH, RESTAURANTS & THE GRAND. $2000/mo includes utilities etc. 2BATH. LUXURIOUSLY FURNISHED. 55” TV Media Room. BALCONIES/GYM/POOL/TENNIS/UPARKING. REFS REQ. NO PARTY-ERS PLEASE. AVAIL SEPT 1 FOR MULTI MONTH LEASE ONLY. (604) 787 4494
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A MUST SEE!!!!! OPEN HOUSE: Sat., Aug.11, 12pm- 4pm 726 Renshaw Rd. Exceptional, 3165 sq. ft. 4bd, 3bath, bi-level, in family neighbourhood, Det/heated workshop w/ 10 ft ceiling, summer kitchen, 3FP’s, lower level w/o, deck, patio, sunroom with vaulted ceiling, carport, UG Irrigation, R/V prking. Near schools, shopping, bus, water park. Ideal for family/ daycare or B&B. OFFERS. www.comfree.ca (code 218654)
Executive Style 5 bdrm home with incredible panoramic view & mortgage helper with separate in-law suite 3100 sqft., a/c, completely renovated inside & out. Just Reduced $455,900. obo Call to view 250-309-0469 Vernon. No Realtors Please. FOR SALE BY OWNER Free Report Reveals “10 Inside Tips To Selling Your Home Yourself.” Royal Lepage Kelowna www.KelownaHomeFor SaleByOwner.com
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THINKING OF SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? For a conďŹ dential, no obligation, FREE market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-861-6002 or cell 250-717-6330 anytime.
LAKE Front Home. Looking for mature, quiet, employed person. No kids, no pets, NP. $900/mo + DD, utils inclâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Call Dave at 250717-5354 for more details
OfďŹ ce/Retail AVAILABLE Sept 1st two(2) ground ďŹ&#x201A;oor retail units, at 1511 Sutherland Ave Sign Space available. #103 is 1820/SF & #107 is 1684/SF. Base rent $12.00/SF + common of $3.95/SF. Royal PaciďŹ c Reality Appt to view 1604-765-3658 or 250-4486797 or E: rcurell@telus.net Bright & spacious retail or ofďŹ ce, main ďŹ&#x201A;oor, Avail now, 1300sqft,ample parking, Westbank Town Centre, 718-9083 HWY 97 North, 1800sqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of retail, & Rutland 1000 - 2000sqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Retail. 250-765-3295
Rooms for Rent Room for rent. Furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d bdrm, mature male only, $450, tv, cable & utils incl,250-317-2546 ROOMS from $450. No drugs NP No parties. 250-860-8106, 250-718-3968, 250-899-5070
Senior Assisted Living ASSISTED living suite available immediately in a well-established private care home. Located in WinďŹ eld in a lovely lakeview setting. Three meals provided per day. Room is furnished with hospital bed; bath lift & raised toilets available. Common eating & living areas. Clean & homey atmosphere. References available. $1,850 per month. Contact Dave @250-869-7690 or homesteadplace1@gmail.com
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Shared Accommodation 1Bdrm in Westbank, Fully Furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d Share Kitchen, W/D, Cable, Int. & Utils Inclâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $575 + DD. Call (250)-768-8930 FEMALE Pref. Bright furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d rm. Incl all utils, cble, int, no pets, $450. (250)-870-7183.
Suites, Lower 1BD. Avail. Sept. 1st., cls. to Nesters, NS, NP, shrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d W/D, $725. utils. incl. 250-763-9693 1BD. Legal, 900sf, ns, np, $750.+dd, incl. utils, cls. to schools & bus, Avail Now. 250-864-7377, 250-765-0707 1bdrm w/o in Glenrosa area, bus stop near, no dogs, $800 including utilities. Available Aug 1, Call 250-212-0098 2BD bsmt suite, $900 incl utils. NP, NS, Avail Sept 1st. Westbank.769-0076,864-4255 2BD legal suite Rutland. Nr. bus & shopping. 4appl, ns, np. $900 + utils. Avail Now. Call 250-863-1155 2BD. New bsmt. suite, very lg. w/view on Kirschner Mtn. 4 nw appl. incl. fr. load W&D, lots of storage, big kit, priv. sep. covâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;rd ent. NS, NP, quiet mature tenants welcome, $1000. incl util/cbl.,Aug. 1st. 250-4911826 or 250-862-1842 2 Bdrm walkout near schools, bus & UBC, F/S, W/D, NS, $925/mo + utilities. 250-7659339 2 bed, 1 bath. Bright 2 level suite. Private entry, balcony, shared laundry. Glenmore area on bus route, 4kms from UBC, 1km to Glenpark IGA. $900 inc. heat, hw, elect. Aug or Sep 1st. Jay: 250-3170999. CLEAN 2bdrm. CAPRI area 4 appls new ďŹ&#x201A;ooring HW & heat incl. No Smoking No Parties. No Pets. Bus route. Sep ent. $775 (250)-860-9856 NEW 1bdrm + den. Utilities & internet inclâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, No pets & No parties. Call 250-763-7553 QUIET 2bdrm, 4plex behind Plaza 33. 5 appliances, carport & storage. NS, No Dogs. $830/mo Call 250-451-9923 WINFIELD. 2bd. lovely lakeview, country setting, 6appl, ns, np, fp, sing/prof. cpl, $980 utils/cbl incl Avail 250-317-2279
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3bd, 1.5bth, 5 applâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, smoking ok, one cat. $1200, Avail now, Glenrosa area. 778-754-0795 3BD, 1bth, Rutland, NS, NP, not suitable for younger children. $1200. utililties & WD incl. 250-763-9693 3Bdrm 2bath 2decks laundry dbl garage fr st DW W/D all window covers close to middle & elem. schools bus rte NS. NP.Avail now. (250)766-5010 ATTENTION The Capital News cannot be responsible for errors after the ďŹ rst day of publication of any advertisement. Notice of errors on the ďŹ rst day should immediately be called to the attention of the ClassiďŹ ed Department to be corrected for the following edition. RUTLAND North, Available Immed. 2bdrm, 1 full bath, legal suite. Near Willow Park, school & bus. $850 + utilities. Call 250-212-1024
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NOTICE of Amendment to the Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) Doug Bateman Logging - Forest Stewardship Plan. Please note that an administrative amendment to Gorman Bros. FSP has been approved by the District Manager of the Okanagan Shuswap Forest District. This amendment adds Doug Bateman Logging Ltd. to the Gorman Bros. FSP under licence FL A88877 for operations in the Hydraulic Forest Development Unit near McCulloch (Hydraulic) Lake, east of Kelowna. As per section 20(3) of the Forest Planning and Practices Regulation, the District Manager has approved an exemption from advertising and making the amendment available for public review and comment. Operations were authorized to begin in September 2011. If you have further questions regarding this notiďŹ cation please contact Doug Campbell RFT at 250-4946499 or Kerry Rouck RPF at 250-768-6220
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Tuesday, August 7, 2012 Capital News
CAPITAL NEWS
CUISINE from Jude’s kitchen pick fresh & local It’s mid-summer and there’s an array of fresh, local fruits and vegetables, along with a surprisingly local fish: sockeye salmon from Osoyoos Lake, the result of a record run of the iconic coastal B.C. seafood up the Columbia River this year and into the Okanagan. So, I had to do a little experimenting with it. Salmon and the barbecue are a natural combination, so the only question left is what else is fresh and in season locally that we should combine with it. Asian flavours are quite wonderful with the full-flavoured B.C. salmon, especially sockeye, whether that’s maple and soy sauce, ginger and garlic or black beans and green onions. I chose the latter and added fresh nectarines, but I will try peaches next time. It was an exciting combination of sweet and tart, spicy and salty and perfect against the rich background of the silky salmon. I love fresh fruit in salads too, so whatever’s in season usually ends up amongst the greens: try it; you’ll like it. Farmer’s markets throughout the Central Okanagan feature an amazing array of local produce now, so take advantage of this sumptious season and fill your basket, bag, fridge, table and tummy with all you can while it’s at its best. Then can, freeze, preserve or dry what you can’t eat. There’s lots happening around the valley at this time of year too, so get out and enjoy some fine eats. See you next Sunday at Matt and Molly Thurston’s Claremont Ranch Organics in Lake Country for the fourth annual Okanagan Feast of Fields celebrating all that’s fresh and local. Also upcoming is an opportunity to enjoy fine food from five fantastic Okanagan chefs in an idyllic setting and help raise funds for the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra. Live music and impressive auction items are sure to entertain you as you wine and dine. This Feast in the Vineyard is at CedarCreek Estate Winery with some of my favourite chefs: Corked Cook Geoffrey Couper; Jesse Croy of Summerhill; Matt Batey of Mission Hill; Bernard Casavant of Manteo and, of course, CedarCreek’s Chris Thomas Aug. 9. Get tickets from CedarCreek, at 764-8866, ext. 102. You could also pick up a copy of my book, Jude’s Kitchen, now at local bookstores and wine shops, and enjoy some of the 200 recipes for fresh, local foods for breakfast, lunch, dinner or snacks. It’s organized by the seasons so you can be inspired by what’s freshest locally.
Blueberry Nectarine Salad with Sea Asparagus When local fruit is ripe, I like to try it in everything. We found the tart sweetness of these fruits were wonderful with the bits of crunchy, salty sea asparagus. It’s available from Buy the Sea in West Kelowna. With the addition of a crumbled feta or blue cheese, this would serve as a lunch salad. 4 c. (1 l) fresh, local salad greens 1/2 c. (125 ml) chopped cucumber 1 fresh, local nectarine or peach 1 c. (250 ml) fresh, local blueberries handful of fresh sea asparagus
handful of toasted pine nuts Wash and dry a mix of fresh, local salad greens and tear them into a salad bowl. Chop cucumber and nectarine or peach on top. Add blueberries, sea asparagus and pine nuts. Dress with a light vinaigrette such as a raspberry balsamic or simple oil and vinegar or lemon and oil. Serves 2-3.
JUDIE STEEVES / CAPITAL NEWS
Peachy Salmon with Ginger Nectarines and peaches definitely have a place alongside the entree as well as for dessert. They added a luscious touch to this Asian-inspired sockeye salmon, which paired excellently with the 2011 Mission Hill Family Estate Five Vineyards Pinot Grigio, with its fresh fruit and complex spicy notes. But, I’m thinking a viognier might also be good with it. 10 oz. ( 300 g) salmon fillet
MARINADE: 1 tbsp. (15 ml) minced fresh ginger 2 garlic cloves 2 green onions 1 tbsp. (15 ml) soy sauce 1 tbsp. (15 ml) dried preserved black beans 1 tsp. (5 ml) lemon juice 1 tsp. (5 ml) honey 1 peach or nectarine
remaining slivers of green onion Lay salmon in a shallow oven-proof glass dish, then prepare the marinade. Mince the ginger, garlic and all of the green onions except a couple of inches, which should be slivered to garnish the finished dish. Combine with the soy sauce, black beans, lemon juice and honey and spread over both sides of the salmon, ending up with the skin side down. Refrigerate for an hour or so. Pre-heat barbecue to high heat or oven to 400 F. Slice the peach or nectarine and arrange it down the top of the fillet. Roast uncovered or grill with the lid down for about 10 minutes per inch of thickness, 15 minutes or so, or until the centre is just opaque. Scatter the slivers of green onion over the top and serve. Serves 2.
Contact Jude’s Kitchen at The Kelowna Capital News, 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, B.C. , V1X 7K2; jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com
Some simple guidelines for readers of Jude's Kitchen There are some basics about my cooking that you should know about in using the recipes created for Jude’s Kitchen. *I mean a large egg when a recipe calls for an egg *usually, butter and margarine are interchangeable *usually, salt and pepper is added to your taste *I generally use sea salt
*fresh ingredients top frozen or canned *organic products are my first choice *wherever possible, I use whole grains, not processed *include a variety of them, when possible *wherever possible, I use fresh herbs *fewer quantities of dried herbs are needed than fresh
*I use extra virgin olive oil *I use grapeseed or olive oil to cook with *I don’t deep fry *feel free to substitute. I do *have fun in the kitchen *encourage others to as well
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