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It’s the biggest show in town. The Vernon Winter Carnival parade takes to the streets with more than 100 entries Saturday. Upwards of 15,000 people are expected to take in the fun. “It’s going to be a spectacular parade,” said Don Gilowski, parade chairperson. And a critical aspect is the Carnival theme. This year, it’s prehistoric. “There will be a lot of flames, dinosaurs and meteorites. There will be some cavemen walking around,” said Gilowski. Floats will profile cultural groups and sports teams while there will be lots of music, including the Vancouver Travelling Band and the Seattle Marching Band. The parade starts at noon on 27th Street, by W.L. Seaton Secondary and makes its way down to 30th Avenue. From there, it goes down to 31st Street and wraps up at Civic Arena. Gilowski has some advice for spectators. “Get there early so you can get a spot out front. It’s usually three or four people deep along the route,” he said. The 53rd annual Vernon Winter Carnival presented by Fix Auto Collision begins today and runs until Feb. 10. “There’s complete community involvement,” said Dave Fletcher, Carnival chairperson. “We focus on families and fun and we are continually bringing Carnival back to family.”
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It’s the end of an era in Okanagan Landing. Many of the Okanagan Landing Volunteer Firefighters Association members hung up their hats permanently as their service contract with the city ended Thursday. “We’re feeling very sad and angry,” said Todd Montgomery, association president. “We have been kicked out of our own home.” The city decided last summer not to renew the contract so it could move towards a single command model based out of the Vernon fire hall. The association, though, lobbied to have the contract renewed, saying the contract provided a cost-efficient service for the community. There were 26 association members and about 13 have accepted the new model with the city. The remainder are retiring. The Okanagan Landing Fire Department was formed in 1975 and entered into a contract with the city when the Landing was annexed into Vernon in 1993. “We wanted to provide a good service to the taxpayers of Okanagan Landing,” said Ed Forslund, a founding member and a former chief. For Forslund, the department became his second family. “There have been funerals, anniversary parties and birthday parties. There were all of the things that go into camaraderie,” he said, adding that part of the stipend for practises went to the community. “There were donations to groups and scholarships.” Forslund is upset with how the association has been handled by the city. “They had no consideration for the history and contribution of the volunteers,” he said. Montgomery believes Landing firefighters — past and present — should have a strong sense of pride. “We built something great and we served the community extremely well. There are many wonderful memories,” he said. The association hasn’t been formally disbanded yet and a decision must still be made on the fire boat it owns. Vernon Fire Department officials say they are looking forward to assuming responsibility for
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Alf Soros (right) shares a chuckle with Ian Mooney (left), Dan Fuhr, and Sylvain Fortin as they dismantle the sign during the final meeting of past and current members of the Okanagan Landing Fire Department Sunday. apparatus and firefighters responding out of the Okanagan Landing hall. “Many Okanagan Landing Volunteer Fire Fighter Association members have joined our team and we are excited to move forward with our eye on building a cohesive group of firefighters, all with the same goals and objectives in mind,” said Keith Green, Vernon fire chief. Those Landing volunteers that accept the new command model will be part of the Vernon Volunteer Firefighters Association.
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Dreamlift Day shatters another record “People are in good spirits and it’s a lot of fun,” said Gord Generosity has overflowed Molendyk, Vernon RCMP spokesagain. person. A record $115,027 was raised While Molendyk generally deals Wednesday at Wendy’s Dreamlift with the media, he found himself Day in the Okanagan, Kamloops directing drive-thru traffic. and Salmon Arm. Over 19 years, “It’s a skill you don’t forget. I $1.22 million has been collected was a police officer for 25 years,” to send children he said. with severe physical Other law disabilities or lifeenforcement was threatening illnessalso on scene as es to Disneyland. Vernon Winter “People know Carnival cop Ron someone who has Morgan made the — Steve Tuck gone on the flight rounds through and they can draw the restaurant. the connection,” “I didn’t arrest said Akbal Mund, an area partner anyone,” he laughed. with Wendy’s. Behind the counter, Keith “It’s a community that looks Green, Vernon fire chief, was tryafter each other.” ing to keep salad orders straight. All of the profits and staff and “They are keeping me in line management wages Wednesday pretty good,” he said of Wendy’s went to the Sunshine Foundation, staff who provided guidance to which organizes the trips to the volunteers. Magic Kingdom. There was boundless energy as “There’s nothing else like it,” Kristi Vassberg bounced her way said Steve Tuck, with the founda- around the dining room, handing tion. out balloons. “Dreams really come true. “I like to help people,” said the People can be a philanthropist just Grade 3 Hillview Elementary stuby purchasing a meal.” dent. Along with Wendy’s staff, local This is Kristi’s second year voldignitaries volunteered their time unteering. to handle the steady crowd. “She loves helping make a difRICHARD ROLKE
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Wendy’s employee Dorothy Schley jokes around with Vernon firefighter Mike Stoll and former Vernon Mayor Wayne Lippert at Wendy’s Dreamlift Day Wednesday. Below, Morning Star senior reporter Richard Rolke presents a balloon to 18-month-old James Cornies. ference. I’m very impressed,” said mom Karin Vassberg, who also lent a hand by clearing off tables and greeting guests. Wednesday’s fundraiser has ensured the next flight to Disneyland will occur later this year. “There’s a lot of caring people in this community,” said Mund. “It’s shocking that after 19 years, we can still raise these kinds of funds and generate this support.”
RCMP commander still anticipates service reduction budget increase will not prevent the RCMP from providing the same level of service as The RCMP insist it won’t be business as in the past. usual despite assurances from the City of “The number of officers will Vernon. be the same average number of Council has approved a 1.8 per active officers in the city over the cent hike to the RCMP budget but last several years,” said Mayor Rob the detachment requested a 6.7 Sawatzky in a release Thursday. per cent increase. The difference “With council’s continued between the two is $413,000. emphasis on policing and safety “We will have two less police priorities, council anticipates a officers to support proactive serviccontinuance of the safe commues,” said Supt. Reg Burgess, officer nity trends of recent years.” Reg Burgess in charge of the detachment. Burgess says the detachment “I will meet with my senior team bills the city for 50 officers and and we will have to figure out the best way to 2013 funding levels will lead to 48. police the town.” He anticipates the direct impact with However, the city states the 1.8 per cent fewer officers will be undercover operations RICHARD ROLKE
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on prostitution and drug activities downtown. Burgess also suggests the detachment will have less flexibility when officers are injured or ill and members may have to be shifted away from specific initiatives like school liaison and foot patrols. “We are aware of the importance of foot patrols but it’s feasible we may have to yank those bodies to support regular calls for service,” he said. The city states that there will be no change in council’s public safety priorities. “Those include the proactive community policing and development programs, downtown foot patrols, RCMP school liaison officer and the restorative justice program,” said Sawatzky in the release.
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Two Vernon women are facing drug-related charges following an RCMP roadcheck in Princeton and the keen investigative powers of a police service dog. Princeton RCMP stopped a brown 2005 Pontiac Sunfire along Highway 3 in Princeton Jan. 25 at around 8:35 p.m. after the vehicle was travelling at a speed notably below the posted limit. “On detaining the 23-year-old female driver and her female passenger, also 23, it was discovered that the driver had an outstanding warrant for her arrest for trafficking,” said RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Dan
Moskaluk. “The pair was also arrested for possession of a controlled substance due to the officer’s observations.” A police dog search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of a small amount of marijuana found in the passenger compartment, along with 95 separate packs of crack cocaine and quantity of pills believed to be oxycondone, found hidden in the trunk compartment. The two Vernon women were taken into custody on cocaine trafficking and marijuana possession charges.
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City concept for Hesperia property shifts richard rolke Morning Star Staff
The City of Vernon is walking away from a leadership role in developing a large chunk of land. Council has decided to dissolve the cityowned Hesperia Land Corporation, which was created in 2007 to prepare 69 acres near Okanagan Avenue for private development.
“Maintaining the corporation has inherent costs and the world has changed drastically,” said Mayor Rob Sawatzky. “The goals are not achievable in the future.” The corporation was targeting 1,000 units of market and attainable housing when real estate prices prior to the 2008 recession made it difficult for many
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— Mary-Jo O’Keefe people, including professionals, to purchase homes. However, plans were put on hold in 2010 because of a decline
in construction and increased housing availability in Vernon. While the city is shifting away from the corporation, Sawatzky
says there is still a focus on attainable housing even though it may not be at Hesperia. “We’re addressing those concerns in other ways,” he said, adding that Hesperia did not fit in with the concept of smart growth and building near the city centre. “Attainable housing needs to be closer to services.” Coun. Juliette
Cunningham insists attainable housing goals can still be achieved at Hesperia even with the corporation gone. “There is nothing stopping the city from deciding how parts of the property develops,” she said of the development approval process. City staff will present options by April 22 and what should happen to the Hesperia site and selling it is one of the
possibilities. However, that is a concern for Coun. Mary-Jo O’Keefe. “We have to get maximum value for the land,” she said, adding that the city has invested infrastructure in the property. “We shouldn’t sell it at a fire-sale price to a developer who will hold it for 10 years (and wait for the market to improve).”
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and rabbits provided by backyard breeders. However, on Monday, a local pet store owner, lobbied against such a move. “Targeting pet stores won’t achieve much because they don’t sell many,” said Mayor Rob Sawatzky, pointing out that many animals are bred in residential settings and advertised online for sale. Sawatzky also isn’t sure what role the city can take to monitor socalled puppy mills. “The worst offenders don’t deal with licenses
“Targeting pet stores won’t achieve much.” — Rob Sawatzky
and are transitory.” Coun. Patrick Nicol believes pet stores may actually help curtail puppy mill activities by identifying poorly treated animals and alerting the authorities. “It’s off base to ban the sale (of cats and dogs),” he said. In her presentation,
Lisa Badach, with AJ’s Pets and Things, stated that she sold three animals in 2012 and 12 in 2011. “Vernon pet stores do not support puppy mills,” she said, adding that she only allows people to sell animals in her store if she knows them and is familiar
with their breeding environment. “We do support ourselves to the highest standard when securing pets.” She says that pet stores work closely with animal rescue organizations but there is also a need for commercial sales. “We do support the adoption of rescue animals but the reality is, that doesn’t fit every families.” Council members are expected to make a decision on a possible ban Feb. 12.
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about the matter. “It boggles my mind that we have that kind of One Vernon politician wants more done to pro- official community designation (higher density) mote the community as a destination. and we narrow the road,” he said of a recent city iniCity council has approved the 2013 tourism tiative that lead to wide sidewalks along 20th Street. marketing plan but Coun. Mary-Jo A public hearing on the development O’Keefe believes there is a need to create variance permit will be held Feb. 25. a central reservations service. Housing designs considered “It’s the only way you will ever be able The City of Vernon is being encourto close the sale,” she said of making it aged to join the SAFERHome Standards easier for visitors to book accommodaSociety. tions here. The society encourages new home O’Keefe also wants to see more focus construction to include designs that allow on tourism businesses co-operating on people to age in their homes, whether it Bob Spiers marketing. is wider doorways for walkers or light “Not all of the golf courses know the switches being at a certain height to assist benefit of coming together as a consorwith ergonomics. tium and the same holds true with the Tripping hazards can also be reduced arts and agri-tourism,” she said. by adjusting thresholds. Parking plan panned Communities pass the information There is a concern that a proposed on to developers in the hopes they will residential development will impact use the designs instead of mandating it neighbours. through bylaws. Vernon council has agreed to a vari“For people 50-plus, this should Cunningham ance that would see the parking stalls be automatic,” said Coun. Juliette required for a apartment project on 20th Cunningham. Street go from 34 to 26. “You don’t have to build as much “This will be a concern for residents in the neigh- assisted living (units) because people can age in bourhood,” said Coun. Bob Spiers, who believes the their own home.” variance could lead to vehicles on the street. It would cost the city about $1,300 to join the Coun. Brian Quiring has also raised questions society. RICHARD ROLKE
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City to re-enact first council meeting ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Armstrong council is turning back the clock to a very special day. Council passed a resolution to hold a special council meeting on Tuesday, March 26, the exact date of the first-ever Armstrong council meeting held 100 years ago. The city is celebrating its centennial this year. To that end, some special guests will be invited. “We’re gathering names of past council members so that we can send them an invitation to the special meeting,” said Armstrong administrator Patti Ferguson. “We will also be inviting former Good Citizens of the Year.” A special agenda will be created as council reenacts the first-ever meeting which will take place at 7 p.m. at Centennial Hall. Budget timeline set After discussions and checking of calendars following vaca-
tion plans, council has come up with a timeline to work on the 2013-17 five-year financial plan. Things begin Feb. 12 with discussion of budget items desired by council, and staff will then prepare the draft budget between Feb. 13 and March 31. The budget will then be reviewed by council on March 27 before it’s unveiled to the public at a special meeting set for Tuesday, April 16
at 7 p.m. in council chambers. “You will present the budget to the public and take input from the public,” said Ferguson. “Our experience is that we do not have a lot of public giving us input, but then you never know.” Following the meeting, the city’s chief financial officer, Terry Martens, will take any input and make the required changes to the draft budget bylaw
before it’s presented again to council for three readings at its regular meeting on Monday, April 22. Final adoption of the plan would likely take place April 29 or May 6.
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The final spray, er, straw
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he last ounce in my waning interest in professional sports may have finally come. Vijay Singh withdraws from Phoenix Open after admitting he used deer-antler spray – National Post headline. Vijay Singh, one of the cleanest-cut, nattilyclad golfers in the history of the game, former best golfer in the world, told Sports Illustrated that he paid some group called Sports With Alternatives to Steroids $9,000 for the spray and other products. He then said he was “absolutely shocked” that deer-antler spray may contain a banned substance. I want to believe him. I used to admire Singh for his golfing ability. Singh used to hone in on a flagstick the way a darts player flicks the dart at a Roger Knox triple-20. I know Singh has had some health issues. So I’m thinking maybe he took some stuff to help him recover. And I would like to think that Singh had the common sense to read EVERYTHING that went into deer-antler spray before using the product. Maybe he did not. And now, instead of answering questions about his golf game, he’s coming clean about this product. At least, according to the article, Singh had the decency to contact the PGA Tour and let them know that he had used a banned substance, unlike, say, cyclist Lance Armstrong (more on that in a moment). Up until this week, I had never heard of deer-antler spray. And Singh wasn’t the first pro athlete asked about it. Ray Lewis, Baltimore Ravens linebacker in New Orleans for Sunday’s Super Bowl, was connected to the spray as he recovered this season from a torn triceps injury. Naturally, this came up as Lewis prepares for the big game and Lewis denied the claim.
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Lewis is appearing in his second, and final, Super Bowl as he plans to retire. He won it with the Ravens in 2000, a year after he was allegedly involved with the murder of two men in Atlanta. Also this week came word from Miami that a number of Major League Baseball players, including New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez, were allegedly linked to Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs). This is what I’m getting at. It’s becoming harder and harder for me to give a darn about pro sports when stuff like this dominates the headlines. Baseball has had steroid scandals for decades. Recently, the talk centred about how alleged steroid users Roger Clemens, Barry Bonds and Sammy Sosa (seven Cy Young Awards, 762 and 608 career home runs, respectively), and admitted steroid user Mark McGwire hardly got a sniff of the votes in the Hall of Fame balloting. Lance Armstrong, as you know, went on Oprah Winfrey’s show to confess what everybody suspected and what he denied for years: that he used drugs to win his seven Tour de France titles. And, boy, didn’t Armstrong – who bullied and sued those who dared challenge and accuse him – look sorry for what he had done? The Armstrong saga plus Vijay Singh, plus deer-antler spray, plus Ray Lewis, plus baseball, plus the ridiculous NHL lockout plus this ongoing story about U.S. college football player Manti Te’o of Notre Dame having an online relationship with a fake girlfriend that turned out to be a hoax permeated by a so-called male friend who told Dr. Phil – Dr. Phil of all people!! – that he was in love with Te’o, plus the B.C. Lions trading Geroy Simon to the Saskatchewan Roughriders, it’s too much. I have a hard time watching any of it without wondering: are these guys clean? And I think the same thought enters a lot of people’s minds when a record is broken or shattered. It just makes me fully appreciate the Vernon Vipers or my son’s peewee house hockey and school basketball games that much more.
The 53rd annual Vernon Winter Carnival begins in earnest today and it’s guaranteed to be one for the ages. Well, partly because the theme this year is the prehistoric age so it’s going to make history of some sort or other. But we also know that any and all who get out and take part in this annual salute to winter will have fun, while also allowing the community to come together and celebrate during a time that other cities consider grey and dull and uneventful. Well done, Greater Vernon. The 21st hot air balloon glow takes to the tethered sky tonight in Polson Park, right after the coronation of Queen and Princess Silver Star L111. And then on Saturday one of the most popular events for residents of all ages, the Vernon Winter Carnival Parade, marches onto the scene to really get things rolling in the right direction. Then comes the snow sculpture competition, Irish Pub night, a wallyball tourney, a family fling, kids truck rodeo, a broomball tourney, jam can curling, a pee wee hockey tournament and many, many more fun-filled activities over 10 days. While it’s important for all of us to fulfill our role and take part in the activities, we would be remiss not to mention the many sponsors, board members, event co-ordinators and just plain enthusiastic volunteers that make this community celebration a reality every year. Anyone who has taken on organizing the smallest of dinner parties knows what it must take to bring the Carnival spirit and magic to life year after year and it’s only fitting on the eve of yet another successful festival, to say thank you so much for all their efforts. Now get out there and enjoy a Prehistoric Carnival presented by Fix Auto Collision.
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n response to the numerous letters protesting the oil and gas activity in B.C and specifically the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline, please consider the following: Total B.C. government revenue collected from oil and gas royalties, sales of gas rights, fees and rentals is more than $2.1 billion per year. Oil and gas industry investment is about $6 billion per year in B.C., with a healthy percentage of this as labour which end up as income for many B.C. families. The statement by one letter author that only 104 permanent jobs will be created by this project is very short-sighted. The continued employment of many B.C. residents and other Canadians will be maintained by the product transported within the pipelines. There is currently more than 55,000 kilometres of pipelines in B.C. In 2010 the B.C. oil and gas commission investigated a total of 41 pipeline incidents involving leaks, spills or ruptures of which six was water. Agreed, no hydrocarbon release is acceptable. However, today's engineering standards, material specifications and installation techniques within Canada are world-leading and therefore reduce the risk of failure significantly.
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thank you I would like to take this opportunity to offer sincere and heartfelt thanks to the local businesses and individuals who have donated so generously to our Christmas hamper program. The Christmas season is now over. However, the kindness and generosity of many in our community still linger on the minds of numerous clients of Family Resource Centre. As the co-ordinator of this valuable program, I was the one who was able to see the many emotions pass across the faces of the recipients; joy, excitement, pleasure, relief and sincere gratitude. Times have been very difficult for many of our clients and these hampers made a huge difference in the lives of many who
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The aforementioned statistics indicate the dedication industry upholds regarding facility integrity. The thought of the Northern Gateway pipeline proposed at 1,200 kilometres being the armageddon to our environment is totally ludicrous. Further, I feel the protests are being driven by people with no real familiarity or experience within the industry and only have four words in their vocabulary, "B.C. not for sale." Many of such being retired baby boomer, empty nesters not needing to consider where next month's living expenses are coming from. The photos of these protests have more grey hair than the audience attending the last Kenny Rogers concert. In closing, B.C. residents should support projects of this nature as western Canada needs to be able to market our products to the world nations in order to sustain the quality of life in which we all have become accustom and enjoy. Our children and grandchildren deserve the opportunity to obtain sustainable employment in order to meet the ever-raising costs of living and prosper as we have. Dean moore
onstration garden is simply a distraction to the real issue and less than an intelligent substitute for the educational opportunities available to the college with regard to the 10-acre site. The fact of the matter is, the college under this proposition would irrevocably lose a most important asset vital to the institution's long-term economic viability and educational plans and to deny the college these opportunities is both short-sighted and irresponsible. Frank teaporten
sports complex I recently read the mayor of Coldstream's December community newsletter and in particular, the proposed sports facility located at the Okanagan College campus. I take exception to Mr. Garlick's obvious bias and less than convincing remarks. Firstly, there are no savings regarding the planned change in land use. Someone has to pay and in this case, it is Okanagan College vis-a-vis the taxpayer in view of the opportunity cost to that institution and that measure has not been factored into the cost of the project. I ask Mr. Garlick, just how is the college going to fulfill its mandate and, as you suggest, "provide additional services to residents of the area," in terms of its commitment to education without the land to expand existing facilities? The mayor also advises that the Vernon School District will benefit from the project. However, it seems to be the district already has sports facilities located at each school so why the need to transport students across town to another sports field at great expense to the school system? Finally, Mr. Garlick's additional rational for the project, including beautifying the city's entrance, obscure benefits to the college and other institutions or some cardio recovery program, lacks any substantive support or credibility and the 1.5-acre dem-
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would not have otherwise enjoyed this season. The Family Resource Centre for the North Okanagan sees a wide range of people coming through our doors for counselling services for their children, families and for themselves. We make a difference in many lives by providing education and help as our clients travel on their journey to wellness. Thank you to all in our community who support the work we do and believe in our organization enough to give so generously. Jan schulz, executive Director Family resource centre society icy siDewalks As a senior and daily walker, much of which is on our sidewalks, I am responding to the article in The Morning Star reporting on the poor winter condition on some of our sidewalks. First of all, the report is factual. To be quite frank, I do much of my walking on the street which is generally sanded, rather taking my chances dodging traffic over my chances of slipping and falling on the sidewalk. To expect all residents to clear their sidewalk might a little impractical. Many are seniors, not really capable of doing it and many others have to leave for
work at 6 A.M. being unavailable to do it when it needs doing. Perhaps the only practical answer is a slight tax increase to employ people who need a job to do the areas that have been identified as in chronically poor condition. J.l. mawle
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amend the official community plan and zoning for Coldstream Meadows on Mackie Drive. “Our objective is to create more rental units that are more affordable,” said Jack Borden,
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“We are not planning on reducing the parking we have, which is in excess of the bylaw,” he said. There was also a question of who can live in the residential units. The current OCP designation has a 65-plus age restriction but if the changes are approved to reflect seniors housing, the stipulation will be 55-plus. The proposed bylaws also reflect commercial
activities related strictly to serving Coldstream Meadows residents such as a hair salon or coffee shop and not the broader community. “These are accessories to the residential uses there,” said Mike Reiley, the district’s director of development services. The two proposed bylaws will be the subject of a public hearing Feb. 25 at 6 p.m. at the Coldstream municipal office.
information is required before council can make a decision. “It will be interesting to see what the requirements are,” said Coun. Peter McClean. “We need to understand what the impacts are.” Mike Reiley, director of development services, believes there is some merit to incorporating the process. “It’s good information and we can use it to decide how we handle development,” he said.
The purpose of the strategy is to conserve and restore natural areas. As part of the process, it looks at which ecosystems are the most important for conservation and how habitats are linked to form an interconnected network. “It (biodiversity) gives us clean air, clean water, healthy food, quality of life, scenic beauty and economic opportunities,” said Susan Latimer, OCCP
project manager. About 36 per cent of Coldstream is considered to be of high or very high ecosystem importance. “We hope to identify regionally and locally significant areas,” said Latimer. “We want to establish a process for decisionmakers to work together to enhance and preserve the natural legacy of this region. We are trying to give you the mapping products and a way to use the products.”
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Coldstream is being urged to consider the environment when land use planning. The Okanagan Collaborative Conservative Program has asked the district to incorporate the biodiversity conservation strategy project in the official community plan. However, more
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Bird back on Viper blueline Graeme Corbett Morning Star Staff
The last time Jason Bird played in a B.C. Hockey League game, he still had a tan. The Etobicoke, Ont. native, then playing with the Coquitlam Express, injured his shoulder in a freak accident on opening day of the Showcase event in Chilliwack way back in September. Five months later and Bird is ready to suit up for Game No. 2, only this time it will be as a member of the Vernon Vipers. Ironically, the 19-year-old defenceman’s return will be against his former team as the Snakes host the Express tonight at Wesbild Centre. “It’s been a long time coming,” said Bird, who became a free agent when Coquitlam de-carded him in December to make room on their roster. He was quickly signed by Vipers’ head coach/GM Jason Williamson. “I’m really excited to play, especially against my old team. I’m pretty confident about my shoulder. I’ve been working pretty hard so hopefully it holds up.” Bird, listed at 6-foot-1, 180-pounds, compiled two goals, 10 assists and 37 penalty minutes in 52 games with Coquitlam last season. He said the road to recovery has been a tedious one. “The first couple of months were pretty brutal. I just sat at home and didn’t do much. Just sat in a sling. The last three months have been at physio and in the gym. “It feels good to be back to normal.” The 18-25-1 Express are similar to the 14-210-7 Vipers in two regards. First, both teams occupy last place in their respective divisions, and both unloaded a trio of talented forwards – for Coquitlam, it was Mitch Nardi, Philip Zielonka and John Siemer – at the carding deadline. “It looks like they’re rebuilding for next year but they still have some good, young guys,” said Bird. “We can’t take them too lightly. “We have to come in (tonight) desperate for those two points. It’s not just going to be an easy game so we’ve got to be hungry.” The Vipers have an even more important date Saturday night as they host the Salmon Arm SilverBacks at Wesbild. The 19-18-2-4 ‘Backs hold the final Interior playoff spot, nine points ahead of Vernon. Win both weekend games and the Vipers can make things interesting. Lose either one and their playoff hopes will be on life support. “We have to make sure it’s our best effort and leave everything on the ice,” said Williamson, who celebrated the birth of his first child, daughter Maddex Mariah-Jane, with wife Kristin, on Saturday. “If we can get two wins this weekend, we put
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Defenceman Jason bird (left) ties up forward tJ Dumonceaux in Vernon Viper practice Wednesday at Wesbild Centre. bird will make his Viper debut tonight against his former team as the Snakes host the Coquitlam express at Wesbild Centre. ourselves in a good spot. If we don’t, it’s going to be an uphill battle from here on out.” Regarding the birth of his daughter, Williamson chuckled: “I didn’t get much sleep before this but now it’s very limited. “It’s been great and a tremendous experience. I’ve been to intense Royal Bank Cup finals and witnessing (the birth) was probably the highlight of my life.” The Vipers are hosting Faith Night at tonight’s game, with all churches earning discounted tickets for sections H,J and K. Meanwhile, the North Okanagan Knights had their 10-game KIJHL win streak snapped
Wednesday night when they lost 5-3 to the Sicamous Eagles before 175 fans at Nor-Val Sports Centre. Quin Rempel, Corbin Marcott, Dominick Hodges, Brendan Devries and Cameron Berry scored for Sicamous, who moved within seven points of the Doug Birks Division-leading Knights. Mat Lambert, with his 19th goal of the season, Mac Ferner, with his ninth, and David London, with his second, countered for the Knights, who led 2-1 after one period. It was 3-3 after 40 minutes. Lambert picked up two helpers and earned second star behind Devries. The Knights have six games left and host Chase tonight (7:30).
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Connie Kapak of Vernon flies to Winnipeg on Thursday for the Canadian Long Track Speed Skating Championships. The 13-year-old will be there as the B.C. winner after sweeping four distance races at the provincials last weekend in Fort St. John. There were six entrants in the female division and Kapak earned one personal best. Most of her best times were previously set at the Calgary Olympic Oval, the world’s fastest ice surface. Kapak travelled north with the Nelson club head coach, Jason Hartleb, and his 14-year-old son, Tyler, who also returned with a gold medal, his first. The Vernon Speed Skating Club was represented by three athletes in Fort St. John. The team was led by Laura Hall who had an unbeaten weekend, winning the second division of the under 11 age group. Daniel Hall was the top male under 11 in the 5000-m event while Laura was the top female under 11 in the 5000. Peter Blokker finished 12th in the Masters category, filling a role as both mentor and competitor for other members of the Masters division. Coach Mike Hall was highly impressed.
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Hawks claim Midget crown Morning Star Staff
Goalie Bryce Dyck was sensational and captain Justin Mitchell pulled the hat trick as Talon Benefit Hawks iced Vernon Seed Orchard Ducks 6-4 in Sunday’s final of the 10-team Vernon Midget Winter Midget Rec Hockey Classic. Adam Fenske supplied 1+4, Sean Conners added 1+2 and Marcus Kehler also scored for the Hawks, who held period leads of 3-1 and 5-3. Mitchell’s third goal came with 13 seconds to play and the Ducks’ net empty. Dyck, who earned game MVP, was just as sharp earlier Sunday when the Hawks outlasted the Vernon Dudes 8-6 in the semis. Liam MacPhee (3) and Chris Gallant (1+3) replied for the Ducks, who ambushed Kamloops Midget Six 10-3 in the other semi. “We’re so proud of how everyone played,” said Hawks’ head coach Hedley Larsen, assisted by Fred Dyck, Clint Hiscoe and Bob Gilowski. “It made it fun to coach all the boys and watch their hard work pay off. Way to go Hawks.” Landon Munk, Fenske and Mitchell each pocketed 2+1 in the Hawks’ comeback win over the Dudes. D-man Braden Gilowski and Conners added singles. Brenden Zupp, with the hat trick, Kristian Currie, with a deuce, and Garrett Dansereau countered for the Dudes, who led 5-2 at the ice clean. In their semi, the Ducks got 2+1 from Gallant and d-man Nikolai Negraiff and 1+3 from blueliner Sean Greene. Brett Shaigec counted 1+2, while other goals came from Steven Goebel, Solomon Ivanoff, Daniel Deshane and MacPhee. KT’s Pizza Blues parlayed two dramatic goals from Rowyn LewisHatherley into a 4-3 C final overtime victory over the Westside Royals. Lewis-Hatherley levelled the score with one second left in regulation and then buried the winner at 4:40 of OT, with Kyle Clark drawing the assist. Austin Bosquet and Nik Wasylyk also scored, while Travis Webster had two helpers in support of Austin Goss. VERNON
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In Okanagan North Bantam Super League play, the Scotiabank Lightning stretched their win streak to six with a 9-2 slamming of the Winfield Bruins Sunday in Lake Country. Sam Frisby scored first while shorthanded, taking the puck end to end and whipping in a wrist shot. The next three goals were all inked by Landon Currie after receiving multiple right-on-the-tape lead passes by defenceman Leland Riguedell. Winfield struck for a pair before Cam MacKenzie and Riguedell netted breakaway snipes and Rowan Wood Lisa VanderVeLde/Morning star connected on a sweet oneDefenceman Braden Gilowski of the Talon Benefits Hawks controls the puck versus the Summerland Jets, led by Liam Clift timer. Sean Reid finished (left) in Vernon Winter Classic hockey play Saturday at Wesbild Centre. The Hawks won the Midget Rec tournament. the 10-3-1 Bolts’ offence. Erik Urquhart. The Stars, spon- Lawrence, Halle Higgins-Wilson The 12-0-2 Stars then exploded sored by Terry’s Automotive and and Keenon Jeberg. for three, with Liam MacLeod, Tye In other Bantam action Sunday, Kineshanko Logging Ltd., chose Krause and Seehaver (hat trick) the DCT Chambers Coyotes dou- Trayton Phillips, Vanessa Yaremcio doing the damage. bled the Corbett Office Spartans and Pryor as their three stars. Firewagon hockey was in full Down 8-4 late, the Ice Rockets 4-2 at Civic Arena. The Flames rallied to tie the effect as the Okanagan North Atom dug deep and charged back. First, Travis Aeichele and Jacob Soucy host Salmon Arm Tiger Sharks 4-4 Super League-leading Lumby Stars Shaun Huizinga banged in his own of DCT both netted their first goals Saturday at the Shaw Centre. Jonas shaded Denny’s Ice Rockets 9-8 rebound; next, Chris Reinhardt of the season with some terrific Ramsey and Nick Mitchell each Saturday at Pat Duke Memorial teed up his big brother Ben for a teamwork and passing. bagged two goals for the 8-5-2 Arena. blast in the slot, and an airborne Other DCT goals went to Dex Flames in support of Urquhart. Kaleb Pachal and Conner Liam Reid popped in the loose Elders and Jakob Marshall. Great The last-place Sharks gained their Seehaver staked Lumby to an early puck; and then Sapien Joe, with hustle came from Adam Sacht, first point of the year. 2-0 lead. Rocket Liam Remple then a burst of speed, broke away and while Parker Wadsworth turned Brayden Beacom bagged 3+3 as wired a stretch pass to left winger sniped one over the goalie’s blocker in some fabulous passing. Jacob the visiting Sub City Donair Devils Maddex Minard, who in full flight, to draw Vernon within one. Holland and Noah Foufoulas grounded the Sicamous Predators Lumby’s Nicholas Teale fired Vernon’s first to the far side. shared the 13-2 Coyotes’ net. 9-1 Sunday morning. stemmed the tide with an insurLinden Catt replied for Lumby. Nick Mann went top shelf in Finn O’Keefe also scored three A minute later, Bradley ance goal, but with seconds to go, the first period and Aaron Botterill times. Seb Wenger, Jadon Foster Halvorson pulled Vernon closer, Reid scored on a coast-to-coast flipped home a rebound for the and Jordan Butler had singles. speeding in off the right wing and rush to make things interesting. Spartans. Billy Cawthorn stopped Reid Lawrence snapped a 2-2 On Sunday at Hucul Pond in a barrage of shots to keep the game tie at 5:28 of the third period, finding the five-hole. Salmon Arm, the Ice Rockets and The back and forth action conclose and Nikala Debalinhard fear- and Braydie Allan-Webber scored host Save-On Foods Saints skated lessly blocked a dozen shots and into an empty net as the Vernon tinued with Lumby’s Noah Clarke to a 3-3 tie. won the Spartans’ MVP. Stevenson Mechanical Blues iced depositing a rebound, before Chris Reinhardt gained control In Okanagan North Pee Wee the Trail Hawks 4-2 for 11th place Rockets’ Shawn Huizinga and with some gutsy corner work and Super League play, Josh Litven at the Penticton Power House Pee Bradley Halvorson countered with centered to his brother Ben for the some one-touch passing through scored with 2:43 remaining as the Wee Winter Classic Sunday. first Rocket goal. Lumby Stars tied the Bannister The Blues spotted Trail a 2-0 the neutral zone to set up Remple Midway through the third, GM Flames 2-2 Sunday at Priest first period lead before Lawrence for a long wrister. Rocket rearguard Quinn Soon Valley Arena. In the second, Conner Seehaver and Allan-Webber responded in sprung Halvorson on a breakaway. Quin Williamson also tal- the second, and goalie Sam Knox chipped in the lone goal to extend Halvorson’s shot was stopped, but lied for the Stars, while Brooke shut out the Hawks over the sec- Lumby’s advantage to 5-3. Early he retrieved the puck in Gretzky’s Berube and Jacob Brewer scored ond half. Forward Kim Whitelaw in the final frame, Ice Rocket Zac office and feathered a perfect pass for the Flames. It was a classic goal- had a pair of assists for the Blues, Funk outraced the Stars’ defenders tending duel between the Stars’ who got weekend MVP show- to a dump in and pumped one into to Maddex Minard for a five-hole snipe. Cameron Pryor and the Flames’ ings from goalie Dylan Blazek, the Lumby net. See CECCHINI on A15
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Panther wrestlers rule West Kelowna Morning Star Staff
The VSS Panthers came up big in the Ogopogo Invite Wrestling Tournament in West Kelowna last Saturday. Newbies Alex Cooke, Leon Schenker and Jared Flanders picked up silver medals in their respective weight divisions while freshman Riley Drieir picked up a bronze in the 57-kilogram category. Brothers Sam and Joe Eggert, after placing third and second in their respective weight divisions in the Western Canadian Open the previous week in Kamloops, both earned silver and gold at the Ogopogo. Tyler Jackson also earned his second silver in as many weeks. “These last two tournaments, the provincial Western Age Class and the Ogopogo Invite, have confirmed the potential of our young wrestlers coming up through the program,” said VSS coach Brad Wyse. “It’s quite something to see their practice pay off in competition as they continue to learn both offence and defence of wrestling.” The team is enjoying their new wrestling room and will resume training for the Okanagan Zone Feb. 16 in Salmon Arm. The team also gets coaching from Rob Eggert.
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Vernon curlers chase title Morning Star Staff
Mark Longworth tuned up for the B.C. Men’s Curling Championships by brushing back Sherry Heath’s De Vine Vintners 4-2 in Baron Insurance Super League playoff action Wednesday night at the Vernon Curling Club. After a fine tap by Vintner skip Sandra Jenkins for a point in one, Longworth’s Sladen Moore rink blanked two and then recorded singles over the next four ends to take a 4-1 lead. The Heath foursome, who are bound for the Tim Hortons senior women’s provincials starting Monday, Feb. 11 in Trail, cut the lead in half with one in seven, but Sladen Moore ran them out of stones in eight. Baron Insurance playoff action resumes Wednesday, Feb. 13, with Robbi Kuhn’s North Enderby Timber taking on Darrell (Heavy D) Houston. The winner meets Dave Merklinger’s Canwest Propane in the semifinals. Longworth advances to take on Jim Cotter’s Woodland Equipment in the other semi. Supported by third Jamie
Sexton and front-enders Hugh Bennett and Michael Longworth, Longworth opens the Canadian Direct Insurance provincials against New We s t m i n s t e r ’s Brent Pierce We d n e s d a y afternoon in Parksville. Cotter, the reigning B.C. champion, begins his title defence against White Rock’s Morning Star file Richard Brower W e d n e s d a y Skip Sherry Heath delivers a rock with Kate Horne (left) and Sandra Jenkins tendmorning. He is ing for the DeVine Vinters rink in Super League play. the Tim Hortons Brier, March back and forth. Merklinger backed by third Jason (Gunner) Gunnlaugson, 2-10, at Edmonton’s Rexall delivered a gorgeous raise triple-takeout in four to set up a second Ty Griffith and lead Place. In a Super League makeup steal of two. Rick Sawatsky. Trailing 6-3, Cotter came Vernon’s other provincial game Wednesday, Canwest entry – skip Trevor Perepolkin, skip Darren Heath covered back with a huge triple-ender third Tyler Orme and front the pin with his final shot to in eight to force the extra end. Meanwhile, Vernon’s enders James McKenzie and secure a 7-6, extra-end win Wayne Laface will be throwChris Anderson – begin over Woodland. A double-raise, double- ing third stones for Kelowna’s the 16-team event against takeout by the feller bunchers Garry Gelowitz at senior men’s Abbotsford’s Dean Joanisse. The winner advances to started a flurry of great shots playdowns in Trail.
King golden for swimming Birds Morning Star Staff
For the second straight year, Vernon’s Savannah King was named Female Swimmer of the Meet at the Canada West swimming championships in Victoria. The former Vernon Kokanee Swim Club member earned five gold medals, setting Canada West records in the 200-, 400- and 800-metre freestyle events, and in the 4x200 freestyle relay, and winning the 200 backstroke. King’s performance helped propel the UBC Thunderbirds to their fourth consecutive conference banner. The twotime Olympian is now preparing for the CIS championships, Feb. 21-23, in Calgary. Meanwhile, Asia Minnes cracked a pair of Kokanee Swim Club records as she competed in the Kelowna Aqua Jets’ Snow Fest Swim Meet. Competing in the Under 10 division, Minnes swam the 800-metre freestyle in 11 minutes, 5.57 seconds. Her second record came in the 400 IM (6:08.91.) Minnes also grabbed gold in all her other events: 50 breast
(41.46), 100 breast (1:30.65), 50 free (34.05), 100 free (1:15.16), 200 free (2:38.86) and 200 IM (3:02.78). Regan Peace reached four B.C. AAA time standards: 200 breaststroke (2:53.23), 100 back (1:11.81), 400 IM (5:33.28) and 200 back (2:32.94). This means Peace will participate at the B.C. AAA championships, Feb. 28-March 3, in Victoria. Peace also finished third in the 200 breast (2:53.23) Kenyon Neumann met the U16 Boys western standard in the 50 back with a 29.81. He will compete at Western Canadians, Feb. 14-17, in Saskatoon. Other Kokanee results include: U10 Girls – Kelsey Fillion finished second in the 50 back with a 42.91, and in the 200 free with 3:06.45. U10 Boys – Jared Ross raced to gold in the 50 free (37.40). 11-12 Girls – Sydney Fillion ranked third in the 50 breast (41.92); Jade Freeman secured gold in the 50 back (34.88) and 100 back (1:14.98), silver in the 200 breast (3:06.94), 200 IM
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Savannah King of the UBC Thunderbirds swims to one of her five gold medals in a Canada West university swim meet in Victoria. (2:42.68), 100 breast (1:27.25), and bronze in the 100 free (1:07.49); Chloe Grenier was golden in the 50 free (30.87), and was second in the 100 free (1:07.05) and 200 free (2:29.24); Jordyn Ross took bronze in the 50 free (31.73). 11-12 Boys – Zac Benn recorded first-place finishes in the 50 butterfly (33.29) and 50 free (30.03), and was second in the 100 back (1:14.54), 100 fly (1:13.30), 200 IM (2:44.05), 100 free (1:07.91) and 200 fly (2:52.02); Landon Hampshire finished second in the 100 breast (1:39.92); Nick Phillips placed third in the 100 breast (1:45.40). 13-14 Girls – Kiah Lee pocketed first in the 100 breast (1:18.08) and 200 breast
(2:46.04), and was second in the 50 breast (37.07); Meredith Levorson topped the 100 back (1:08.48), 200 IM (2:30.31), 100 free (1:00.92) and 200 back (2:26.31), earned silver in the 200 free (2:11.01) and bronze in the 100 fly (1:13.04). 15 Boys – Sam Grenier was runner-up in the 100 breast (1:20.81) and 200 breast (2:41.78); Joshua Phillips won the 400 IM (4:50.96), was second in the 1,500 free (16:54.03) and third in the 400 free (4:21.81); Florian Terpstra claimed third in the 100 breast (1:12.80); Wouter Terpstra struck gold in the 200 fly (2:14.31), silver in the 400 free (4:17.24) and bronze in the 50 back (29.24), 100 back (1:02.81) and 100 fly (59.33).
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Halvorson’s shot was stopped, but he retrieved the puck in Gretzky’s office and feathered a perfect pass to Maddex Minard for a five-hole snipe. The Saints’ Trent Poroznuk evened the score on a penalty shot. Then, with less than two minutes to go, Quinn Soon stood up the Salmon Arm attack at the Rocket line, and sent Joe the other way. Joe carried the puck into the Saints’ zone and slid it over to Remple, who cruised in and blazed a shot past the goalie’s glove. With less than a minute left, Poroznuk went end to end for the equalizer as the Saints went to 2-10-2. Denny’s dynamic net duo
of Teja Sheldrake and Eric Foufoulas combined for 23 saves, many of the highlight-reel variety. The Rockets are 5-7-2. The M&K Ready-Mix Demons are red-hot heading into the final stretch of regular season Atom Super League play. The Ice Demons (7-7) iced the Saints 5-2 at the Shaw Centre before edging the Vernon Mighty Ducks 5-4 at PV Arena Shaelyn Cecchini opened the M&K scoring at 3:25 of the first on a nice cross-ice pass from Jordyn Morris. Nick Tilby and Christopher Bond combined to feed Kevin Morgan, while Morgan picked up another in the second on a tip from Ryan Vandesande. Bond and Morgan each had snipes in
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BOSTON PIZZA HOCKEY LEAGUE WEdNESdAY, JAN. 30 Game 1 @ Priest Valley Arena GodArd ExcAVAtinG PrEdAtors 8 – Cody Keller 3+1, Justin Horochuk 2+1, Trevor Abel 1+2, Curtis Gobbett 1+2, Danny Stein, Geoff Bevan 3A; Goalie: Danny Robert 27 saves tEAlE Utility cAnUcks 2 – Chris Silva, Chris Uselman; Goalie: Steve Clarke 25 saves TUESdAY, JAN. 29 Game 1 @ Priest Valley Arena r.E. Postill & sons orPhAns 11 – Rob Bauml 2+3, Jeremy Silzer 2, Leath Gare 2, Ryan Kurbis 1+3, Chris Bradford 1+3, Dave Robinson 1+2, Joe Dolling 1+2, Bryce Kakoske, Biff McLeod 4A; Goalie: Rodger Sewell 23 saves tEAlE Utility cAnUcks 0 – Steve Clark 23 saves Game 2 @ Priest Valley Arena cidEl MoVinG oilErs 5 – Vernon Miskosky 2, Jake Stuchberry 1+3, Brian Caron, Logan Stockley; Goalie: Jesse Hunter 16 saves kAsPEr dEntUrE rEd WinGs 4 – Jarret Watts 1+2, Jason Kasper 1+2, Cody Bostock, Mike Tew, Duane Dennis 2A; Goalie: Jaron Chasca 20 saves SUNdAY, JAN. 27 Game 1 @ Priest Valley Arena r.E. Postill & sons orPhAns 10 – Leath Gare 4+1, Dave Robinson 3+2, Chris Bradford 2, Brad Sindlinger 1, Bryce Kakoske 5A, Joe Dolling 3A. Goalie: Rodger Sewell 26 saves kAl tirE WhAlErs 6 – Jerry Reinhardt 2, Jason Carleton 2, Gerry Geisbrecht 1+2, Terry McGlaim, Cody Watson 2A. Goalie: James Scherck 24 saves Game 2 @ civic Arena kAlAVidA flyErs 5 – Rick Galvagno 2+1, Logan Massie, Ryan Scheidt, Jeff Kuzniar, Corey Massie 3A. Goalie: Jordan Vallance 20 saves lAVinGton sAnd & GrAVEl rAnGErs 4 – Scott Kowalski, Keith Green, Rich Haldane, Steve Vallier. Goalie: Dylan Gardner 24 saves Game 3 @ Wesbild centre Mfc BUlls 19 – Jeff Mushaluk 7+2, Brett Barnard 4+3, Travis Sanderson 2+7, Calvin Burger 1+6, Shane Burgi 1+6, Kevin Beckner 1+4, Jim McAvoy 1+3, Dave Calvert, St. Dennis. Goalie: Danny Robert 21 saves lEko PrEcAst BlAckhAWks 6 – Corey Webb 3+2, Travis Mann 1+3, Kevin McTaggart 1+2, Sean Kober, CJ Galazo 3A. Goalie: Not listed SATUrdAY, JAN. 26 Game 1 @ Wesbild centre M&k rEAdy-Mix BrUins 4 – Rhett Ballard (2), Jeff Scott, Don Hunter. Goalie: Shane Hillman 38 saves kAsPEr dEntUrE rEd WinGs 3 – Duane Dennis, Mike Glowa, Blair Fernley. Goalie: Jaron Chasca 21 saves Game 2 @ Priest Valley Arena BUlls 6 – Burgi 2+1, Troy Blais, Barnard, Calvert, Troy Blais, Mushaluk 3A, Steve St. Dennis 2A. Goalie: Mike Hansma 24 saves cidEl MoVinG oilErs 2 – Bobby Nicholls, Brian Caron. Goalie: Jesse Hunter 22 saves Game 3 @ Wesbild centre tEAlE Utility cAnUcks 4 – Chris Usselman 2, Don McNeil, Reed Church, Eric Godard 2A. Goalie: Steven Clark 23 saves WEstsidE thUndErBirds 1 – Bill Robins. Goalie: Bob Louis 35 saves ArMSTrONG WOMEN’S HOCKEY LEAGUE SUNdAY, JAN. 27 Game 1 @ nor-Val sports centre VErnon VixEns 7 – Mandy Christensen 3, Morgan Zoethout 1+2, Amy Irvine 1+2, Coralee Hamilton 1+2, Bernadette Dwan; Goalie: Michelle Embleton 2 saves Ashl BEEs 0 – Conni Damini 56 saves Game 2 @ nor-Val sports centre fAlklAnd fAlcons 7 – Sarah Visser 3, Charlene McNaught 2+1, Karyn Jantz, Shelly Johnston, Kari Johnston 3A; Goalie: Sarah Palmer 20 saves Vernon ice Maidens 3 – Kimberly Sandberg 2, Treena Pastro; Goalie: Holly Schellenberg 35 saves SATUrdAY, JAN. 26 Game 1 @ nor-Val sports centre lUMBy MAyhEM 5 – Kelsey Major 3+1, Colleen Riches, Nadene Keller, Kerry Van Sickle 2A; Goalie: Rita Beerstra 28 saves shUsWAP storM 5 – Jennifer Findlay 2+1, Nicole Bird, Alison Howatt, Lynn Stone; Goalie: Denise Forsyth. Game 2 @ nor-Val sports centre sAlMon ArM WildfirE 10 – Kaillie Halifax 2+4, Nadine Overwater 2+1, Janine Coubrough 2+1, Justine Kowalchuk 2+1, Valaree Kloska, Sydney Halifax; Goalie: Kaleigh Beattie 7 saves VErnon rockEt stArs 1 – Karen Benn; Goalie: Colleen Nerbus 32 saves
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the third. The Demons staged a great comeback in their Sunday afternoon tilt. The 4-8-2 Ducks jumped out to an early 4-0 lead, but Cecchini notched one back in the dying seconds of the first period. The Demons kept the pace going into the second, with Vandesande scoring on a point shot. Bond (2+1) pocketed the next two to draw the Demons even, setting the stage for the winner by Brady Horton on a rebound from a Cecchini shot. Brandon Dyck pocketed five goals as the Lakeside Accuprint Thunder rocked the host Sicamous Predators 15-4 Sunday. The Thunder are 10-4-1, the Preds 3-10-1.
JUnior A hockEy – Vipers vs Coquitlam Express, 7 p.m., Wesbild Centre. JUnior B hockEy – Knights vs Chase Heat 7:30 p.m., Nor-Val Sports Centre. hiGh school hooPs – VSS Panthers Senior Boys Subway Shootout: Panthers vs Kelowna Owls, 11:45 a.m.; Rutland Voodoos vs Okanagan Mission Huskies, 1:30 p.m.; Summerland Rockets vs Owls, 3:15 p.m.; Princess Margaret Mustangs vs Huskies, 5 p.m.; Panthers vs Rockets, 6:45 p.m.; Mustangs vs Voodoos, 8:30 p.m. cis hooPs – UBCO Heat vs Fraser Valley Cascades, women’s game @ 6 p.m., men’s game @ 8 p.m., North Kelowna Campus Gym.
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NOTEBOOK BAdMINTON - Vernon Badminton Club meets Mondays and Thursdays 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. at Coldstream Elementary gym. New members and dropins are welcome. Call Dennis at 250-558-4756 or e-mail shuttlevernonbc2012@gmail.com. BOXING - The CounterPunch Boxing Club (member club of Boxing B.C.) is operating at BreakAway Fitness. Competitive and recreational boxing offered for men, women and children. Head coach is Tony Stamboulieh (250-260-1082). BOXING - The Vernon Boxing Club trains from 5-8:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday nights, and Saturdays from noon-2 p.m. in the basement of Priest Valley Gym. Kickboxing sessions go Wednesday and Friday nights from 7-9. Open training Saturdays at 1 p.m. The club welcomes new members, male and female, 11 years and older. LACrOSSE - The Armstrong Senior Shamrocks will hold their AGM, followed by a players meeting and awards ceremony, Saturday, Feb. 9 at the Anchor Inn. Members of the defunct Vernon Senior Tigers are welcome to attend. LACrOSSE - North Okanagan Minor Lacrosse Association hosts drop-in sessions Tuesday nights until Feb. 19 from 6-7:30 p.m. for Novice/Pee Wee players and 7:30-9 for Bantam/Midget players, @ Hassen Memorial Arena.
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have resulted in a final contract of five hearts by East after five clubs - five diamonds (both red suits) - five hearts. No doubt South would have doubled and the likely result would have been down one. The play in four spades was fascinating. West led the diamond ace and East discarded the club two. South ruffed, cashed the spade ace, and continued with the spade queen, throwing diamonds from the board. East won and shifted to the heart king, which declarer brilliantly ducked. South took the next heart trick with his ace and played three more rounds of spades, giving East the lead when he had only clubs left. He had to bring the dummy to life, and declarer’s three remaining hearts evaporated. Contract made!
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Armstrong road receives full upgrade council chambers. “It will become a first-class street,” said Coun. John Trainor, chairperson of the city’s public works committee. “There will be a sidewalk running from Rosedale to Colony Avenue, and the entire area will be curbed.” Underground pipes built in 1962 will be
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An exquisite feast, palate-pleasing wine, aweinspiring art and entertainment are combining to support the community’s developmentally disabled. The annual Art and Wine Gala returns for its fifth year Feb. 23 at the Eclectic Med. The funds raised at the event assist the North Okanagan Community Life Society in connecting clients in the community through their care and development. “It’s all local,” said Garry Molitwenik, NOCLS executive director, of the funds that are raised here and stay here. But anyone wanting to support the cause and get a seat to the event is forewarned that it is routinely a sell-out. “We can seat 74 and we’re not quite full yet,” said Molitwenik, noting that there is still time to get tickets. The evening, which starts at 5:30 includes a fivecourse meal and Okanagan wine paired with each course. There will also be an auction of Okanagan Kootenay Concert Connections Proudly Presents
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wine, music by Betty Johnson and an art auction featuring some local talents. “We had 14 artists last year and every one is recommitted again this year,” said Molitwenik. The artists include: Rick Bond, Alex Fong, Rob Glenesk, Michael Jell, Patricia Neil Lawton, Michelle Loughery, Nancy Lucas, Evalynne A. McDougall, E.A. Moore, Barry Rafuse, Heidi Thompson, Jacquie White, Gary Whitely and Nancy Wilson. For tickets ($100 each), see Colin at the Village Green Liquor Store, Andrew or Dawn at the Eclectic Med or Molitwenik at NOCLS. For information, call 250-545-5153.
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Lumby is interactive and online. The community’s new user-friendly website — www.lumby.ca — means residents can report a street light outage or that annoying pothole. Any time day or night and weekends, instead of stewing away in fumes from a noisy muffler, residents can read the pertinent bylaw information and file a report. “Council wants to be more transparent and make municipal information more readily available to the residents,” said Tom Kadla, chief administrative officer. “Anything council adopts Monday night is readily uploaded and appears Tuesday on the website.” Now forms can be filled in and forwarded to appropriate departments, you can ask questions and even give comments. Reply turnaround time
is quick. “It’s just a different way of doing business,” said Kadla. “The public likes the design, layout and calendar of events, plus it’s nice and easy to access and understand and that’s how an interactive website is supposed to work.” Although it was initially redesigned to post council’s agenda and minutes, it now links Lumby to emergency services, the Regional District of the North Okanagan and the Lumby Fire Department. “Now that we have control over the content, management of the website is knowing what’s working or not working well,” said Kadla. “As webmaster, I come from a different perspective, I’ve seen it a thousand times and it all looks great to me. But the real question is what does it look like to the person accessing the website and does it work?”
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The NDP’s environment critic is concerned British Columbians aren’t being heard. Victoria MLA Rob Fleming says that preventing the public from attending an Enbridge Northern Gateway hearing in Kelowna Monday was wrong. “Since the Liberals handed over decision-making power to Ottawa in 2010, the Enbridge pipeline project review has been exclusively a federal process without a provincial government that will stand up for B.C.’s interests,” he said while speaking at Vernon’s Halina Centre Sunday. “By avoiding taking a position, the B.C. Liberals are signaling they’re prepared to sell out the vulnerable peo-
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Rob Fleming, NDP environment critic, speaks to residents at Vernon’s Halina Centre Sunday. ple, lands and wildlife that would be destroyed by an oil spill. It speaks volumes that the Liberals would not step in to defend the public’s desire to observe the proceedings first hand.” In addition to the Northern Gateway project, other issues raised during Fleming’s visit were water protection, the future of provincial
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Alpha Yaya Diallo and West African Summit headline the Komasket Winter Carnival dance party Kristin Froneman Morning Star Staff
Winter Carnival is giving you reason to kick off your shoes and feel the rhythmic pulse through your feet. And no, it’s not due to a herd of sauropods trampling through town for the Prehistoric-themed event, it’s because Alpha Yaya Diallo is coming back to town. The multi-Juno award winning, Guinea-born guitarist-singer is returning to Carnival as part of the Komasket Music Festival’s (KMF) African Dance Party, taking place at Paddlewheel Park Hall on Feb. 9. He will be bringing his eight-piece band, the West African Summit, and if you attended the dance Diallo performed for at the 2007 Carnival, you know that dance is the key word. After a year break the KMF crew are making plans for the 2013 festival and this show serves as a fundraiser while continuing to bring the community together under the warm Komasket banner, said Devaki Thomas, KMF coartistic director “The Komasket Music Festival has worked with Alpha Yaya Diallo in the past but has yet to bring him to Komasket Park for the festival. This show is hopefully a prelude to his KMF debut,” she said, adding, “The legendary artistic atmosphere of Komasket dances is popular with Okanagan crowds and the Komasket crew is bringing this show home to its familiar and well-loved Paddlewheel Hall.” Recognized as one of Canada’s leading music performers in any genre, the Vancouver artist’s world beat is a fusion of African rhythms, Spanish Flamenco, American jazz and blues, and anything else he deems right for the occasion.
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alpha Yaya Diallo (centre) and his West african summit headline the african Dance Party saturday Feb. 9 at Paddlewheel Park Hall in okanagan Landing, as part of the Vernon Winter Carnival. Also a member of the African Guitar Summit, along with Madagascar Slim, the Mighty Popo and Pa Joe among others, Diallo has carved himself a place on the world music scene, bringing the West African sounds of his childhood to Canada and beyond. “Since coming to Canada, I have dreamed about bringing together both the dance and music of Guinea to the stage; something that explodes on stage with energy and colour and now is the time,” said Diallo. “It’s very interesting to share my love of music and learn from others. If you are a musician, you want people to hear your music. That’s what I’m looking for all the time.” Diallo first picked up the guitar and percussion at age 12, and began jamming with his friends at school, later becoming the lead guitarist in his university’s band. His father worked as a doctor-
surgeon, frequently moving the family around Guinea, so Diallo was exposed to a variety of cultures and musical traditions from the Malenke, Sousou and his own Foulani people. He also spent time in neighbouring Senegal, where his mother has relatives, and picked up the popular and powerful mbalax rhythm there – as well as influences from Cape Verde and the Caribbean. “I was always studying and playing,” said Diallo in a past interview with The Morning Star. “(However,) I did get into trouble as my dad didn’t want me to play music... I was lucky people accepted me.” Diallo originally came to Canada in 1991 as a member of the European-based band Fatala, who recorded for Peter Gabriel’s Real World label. At the end of his contract, he decided to stay in Vancouver. “It’s a beautiful city. At that time, I didn’t know it was the best place
in Canada,” he said. “As I spent more time here, it became easier for me. I became comfortable communicating through music.” Diallo didn’t waste any time putting a band together, and gathered musicians from Africa and Canada to play his brand of traditional and contemporary world sounds. The musician often returns to Africa to visit his family and to stay in close connection with his roots. “Things have changed. Many of my friends are now in Europe. There are new people growing up there now who don’t know me well. But I do hear my music on the radio once and a while,” he said. In 2007, Diallo was the only North American artist approached by the United Nations to create a work for a compilation CD that would further raise awareness around the issues of HIV/AIDS, hunger, and debt relief in Africa. The finished piece, Imme Africa/ Get Up Africa, is a tribute and
a rallying call to the potential and responsibility of the people of that continent. In a ground-breaking performance project, Diallo has also taken the experience of his music to a new and even more exciting level with the creation of the West African Summit, described as 90 minutes of pure entertainment —a dynamic musical journey into the irresistible rhythms and exuberant dance of Guinea, Senegal and Mali. The summit includes acclaimed director and award-winning choreographer Alejandro Ronceria, who brings a special perspective and experience to the project, with a celebrated background in dance, theatre and innovative multimedia productions. Also joining Diallo are two masters of traditional African music: Naby Camara, known as the Milt Jackson of the balafon (West African marimba), an incredible musician with an uncanny ability to become at one with the dancers with whom he performs, and a perfect counterpoint to Diallo’s guitar, while Prince Diabaté is one of the most accomplished kora (harp like-instrument with 21 strings) players performing outside of Africa today. The band also features Thomas Ehru Niamke (drums) and Vegari Cendar (bass). They are joined by N’nato Camara and Mariama Camara, two of African music’s finest traditional dancers, known for their unique ability to bring the power and grace of West African dance to life on stages anywhere in the world. Opening for Diallo in Vernon is Okanagan act Bobby Bovenzi and The Rippers, a West African drumming troupe. The dance also includes vendors, a concession and a silent auction. The Winter Carnival African Dance Party takes place Saturday, Feb. 9. Doors to Paddlewheel Park Hall, Okanagan Landing Road, open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance at the Ticket Seller (5497469, www.ticketseller.ca) or at the Bean Scene in Vernon. Children 12 and under are free.
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Some familiar faces, and the memories of women who have gone missing across B.C., are part of this month’s art exhibitions opening at The Hub Arts Collective. In the front lobby, All About Me, showcases Hub members via self-portrait. Each member was encouraged to create an image of his/herself in a media of his/her choice. Ranging from photography to charcoal to paint, members let their
inner feelings, emotions and vulnerability show. In the inner gallery, Jessika LaFramboise’s She was standing there. And then she was gone dominates the space. In 2011, when then three-year-old Kienan Hebert went missing from his Sparwood home, all eyes were on the media. Terrified of the fact that a child could disappear so easily, LaFramboise started looking into other missing children. She came across a multi-
tude of websites filled with information about missing people of all ages in B.C. But one group stood out the most – missing women. Unable to successfully wade through the pages upon pages of information, she started making her own map, slowly piecing everything together. Her research on the women missing from the Highway of Tears, from downtown Vancouver’s Eastside, and from around the
province is now plastered on the walls of The Hub. “The stats on violence against women, especially those of aboriginal heritage, are staggering,” said LaFramboise. “As a Métis woman, I need to take a stand and bring the public’s attention to the serious issue we have here in Canada.” One terrifying number LaFramboise received from Statistics Canada is that in every six days, a woman in
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his album is exactly what the title says it is – a love song compilation. It’s one that’s done in a smooth and seductive modern R&B ballad style by Destiny’s Child (Beyonce Knowles, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams) who pour sugar on the senses with their interweaving voices. These are exquisite and narcotic, so this isn’t highway music or for anything resembling movement (or rocking, Dean Gordon-Smith partying, etc.) Love Songs is about the down, sultry side of Destiny’s Child, heavy on mood and suggestion. The material is sourced from the years 1998–2004 with the exception of a new track, Nuclear. This was recorded with Pharrell Williams and is in line with the lush output of the earlier work, but updated with a hint of club/electronic sound. There are no Bootylicious-type come-ons here or any Survivor grooves either. Love Songs has more of a come-hither approach. The ensemble vocalizing is the strength and attraction, and this collection showcases that.
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The interplay of the trio as they play off each other and harmonize beautifully is the clue that Destiny’s Child is a descendant of girl groups like The Supremes and The Ronettes. But they’re also inheritors of the slick ‘80s pop/R&B hybrid production esthetic that resulted in stars like Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. But DC presents a united group front and they have enough electricity between themselves to override the sometimes static songs here. And they don’t indulge in the ridiculous virtuosity of singers like Carey or the sometimes over-the-top mannerisms of Christina Aguilera. They’ve got soul, slick though it sometimes is. Fans and other listeners will clue into familiar material like Emotion and Temptation and a remix of Say My Name. Although much of the album features ballads that run on the same current with uniform instrumentations and arrangements, the group character and soulful talent of the trio is a sweet reminder of their sound. Maybe there will be more.
Canada is killed by her current or former partner. Aboriginal women are eight times more likely to be killed than a non-Aboriginal woman, according to Status of Women Canada. “The information about the missing women is from my own research from family testimonies, to missing posters, to what was in the media,” said LaFramboise. “The show isn’t so much about the stats as it is about the fact that justice has yet to
be served.” LaFramboise is also producing Fem Fest, which will include a cabaret, artist talk, documentary screenings, a play reading and a benefit performance of The Vagina Monologues. Fem Fest will run right after the Vernon Winter Carnival, from Feb. 9 to 16, at The Hub. The opening reception for both All About Me and She was standing there. And then she was gone is Saturday at
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Watoto, a holistic care program initiated to serve the dire needs of Africa and her people, is presenting a brand new tour entitled Beautiful Africa: A New Generation, which will be performed in Armstrong tonight. The evening promises to be full of vibrant, original African music, dance routines and life-transforming stories. The tour is a testimony of the new generation of leaders emerging out of Watoto. Established in 1994, The
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ART SHOWS COATCHECK GALLERY Performing Arts Centre, lower lobby. The North Okanagan Federation of Canadian Artists is showing a wide selection of fine art in all shapes and sizes. FOR YOUR EYES ONLY GIFT GALLERY 2855 Moray St., Armstrong, 250-309-3364. Perpetual Art Show featuring Angela Miller-Bongers prints and art cards. A portion of sales goes to support research into a cure for Huntington’s. New fabric artistry from Dorothy Mcleod. Scrimshaw by Ginny Hall. Open Saturdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment weekdays and evenings. GALLERY ODIN 215 Odin Rd. Silver Star Mountain, 503-0822. Odin features the work by well-known Lavington artist Barry Rafuse in a solo exhibition in the main gallery and a solo exhibition by Westside artist Jerry Markham in the smaller gallery, as well as a series of figurative works by Peachland’s Brenda Maunders in the ski room. Other artwork by Odin artists is also featured. Winter hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1 to 6 p.m. or by appointment. GALLERY VERTIGO Suite 1 - 3001 31st St. Vernon, 503-2297. Vernon-area high schools are showcasing their talents at the annual School District #22 Exhibition at Gallery Vertigo. This year’s theme is “The Portrait”. The exhibition has been held over to Feb. 15. THE HUb ARTS COLLECTIVE 2906 30th Ave. Downtown Vernon, beside the Towne Cinema. FemFest opens at The Hub with opening of art exhibitions All About Me, self-portraits by Hub members, and Jessika LaFramboise’s She was standing there. And then she was gone, based on missing women cases in B.C. Both shows open Saturday with a reception at 8 p.m. Admission is by donation. LAKE COUNTRY ART GALLERY 10356A Bottom Wood Lake Rd. 250-766-1299. The gallery presents Things I Bumped Into in The Dark - an exhibition of explorations in contemporary art with work by Okanagan-based artists and artists from Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal and Newfoundland. Show runs to Feb. 8. NADINE’S FINE ART & FRAmES 3101B 31st Ave. 542-8544. Nadine’s eighth annual winter exhibition features more than 70 works by local artists including new paintings and sculptures. Open daily six days a week and Sundays by appointment. VERNON PUbLIC ART GALLERY 3228 31st. Ave., 545-3173. Now on display is The ‘70s - The Big Turnaround of the Seventies from the Collection of the Musée du Bas-Saint-Laurent, Katie Brennan’s Clouds and Other Sky Phenomena, Lorena Krause’s GoPoPs, and Breakaway Pottery Studio’s 20 + Hands. Exhibitions continue to March 14.
CONCERTS/DANCES SwAN LAKE Ballet Jorgen Canada celebrates its 25th anniversary season with a full-length production of the world’s most renowned classical ballet, Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. Takes place at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre on Saturday at 8 p.m. and is part of the VPAC society’s 2012-2013 dance series. Tickets are sold out. Visit the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca to inquire about the waiting list. wINTER DANCE PARTY – bUDDY HOLLY TRIbUTE Dance down memory lane with Manfred Harter, Cadillac Bob, and The Lonely who pay tribute to a true legend in a fundraiser for the Lumby Museum. Takes place Saturday, 7:30 to 11 p.m., in the White Valley Community Hall. Tickets are $25, available at Lumby Health Foods, Caffe Mazzega, eventbrite.ca and at the door. For more information contact the Monashee Arts Council by phone 778-473-3029 or visit www.monasheeartscouncil.com. ALPHA YAYA DIALLO Komasket Music Festival presents African Dance Party with three-time Juno award winner Alpha Yaya Diallo and the West African Summit, and opening act Bobby Bovenzi and the Rippers, Feb. 9, 8 p.m. at Paddlewheel Park Hall in Okanagan Landing. Tickets are $30 (all ages). Kids 12 and under are free. Tickets available at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca. A wINTER’S ARIA The Vernon Community Music School presents this charity dinner and ball Feb. 9 at the Prestige Inn Ballroom, starting at 6 p.m. with cocktails followed by a prime rib buffet at 7 p.m. A brief and intimate concert will be presented while guests are served delectable desserts, then dance the night away to the Legendary Lake Monsters Band. Tickets are $65 each, with proceeds in support of the
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Voted best adult event at last year’s Winter Carnival, Vernon Maritime-Celtic band Cod Gone Wild, featuring fiddler Anjuli Otter and lead singer-guitarist Andrew Mercer, holds its popular Irish Pub Night at the Vernon Recreation Centre on Saturday. Jig the night away to Irish-inspired tunes, dress in green and participate in the Newfoundland “ugly stick” competition. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the Winter Carnival office, 250-545-2236. VCMS’ Sound Foundation Project, available at the Ticket Seller, 5497469, www.ticketseller.ca. wINTER CARNIVAL bLUES FESTIVAL On Feb. 9 the award winning, fourth annual Vernon Winter Carnival event returns the Vernon Recreation Centre. Features food booths and artisans. Bands include Les Copeland Band, Harpdog Brown and Yukon Slim from Vancouver, Kelowna’s Half a Quorum, and Just About Janis, a tribute to Janis Joplin featuring local musician Cat Wells. The Groove Machine, an eight piece band covering R&B and funk, will close the evening. Tickets are $28. Doors open at 6 p.m. Music goes from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. Tickets are available now at the Vernon Winter Carnival Office and the East Side Liquor Co. You can also reserve them online www. vernonwintercarnival.com and over the phone 250-545-2236
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VERNON FILm SOCIETY All films screen at the Vernon Towne Cinema on 30th Avenue. Monday is Academy Award Foreign Language nominee A Royal Affair, a Danish drama set in the 18th century following the mentally ill King Christian VII and the romance between his queen and the royal physician. Shows at 5:15 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. Doors open at 4:30. Advance tickets are available at the theatre and the Bean Scene for $7 one week prior to the screening.
KARAOKE/OPEN MICS/JAMS ALEXANDER’S bEACH PUb 12408 Kalamalka Rd, Coldstream, 545-3131. Acoustic open mic is on every Sunday from 8 to 11 p.m. Bring your instruments. Hosted by Shane Squires. ARmSTRONG INN 3400 Smith Dr., 546-3056. The Armstrong open mic has found a new home at the Armstrong Inn. Open mic is every Friday starting at 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.. Hosted by Kim and Kaila Sinclair, the open mic offers a great experience for performers and a great show for those coming out to listen. First time performers always welcome. To get the e-mail updates send an e-mail to kimsin@telus. net. Karaoke with Brenda every Saturday at 8 p.m. bLUEGRASS JAmS are held on the second Wednesday of the month at the Vernon Arts Centre in Polson Park. Jams start at 7 p.m. and end around 9:30. Please bring your acoustic stringed instruments and your voice and join the fun. The first half will be led with books to follow along. The second half is a circle jam with everyone taking a turn at leading if they want. Drop in fee is $3. For more information please call Sid @ 250-549-1024 or email stozer@shaw.ca
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bLUE OX PUb Hwy 6 Lumby. Friday night jams continue at the Blue Ox. Hosted by the Mabel Lickers Band, the jam welcomes musicians from Lumby and the surrounding areas. Starts at 9 p.m. More info is at www.RauckOn.com bRANDING IRON PUb 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, 546-0044. Superstar Karaoke is on every Friday night, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Everyone is welcome. Come out and have fun! New jam with Dan Engelland takes place Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. COLDSTREAm COFFEE HOUSE at the Coldstream Women’s Institute Hall, 9909 Kalamalka Lake Rd. Family friendly acoustic-style coffee house takes place third Saturday of the month. Those wanting to participate in the open mic can sign up at the door, which opens at 6:30 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. $5 at the door. Concession available. ENDERbY INN 707 Cliff Ave., Highway 97, 838-7100 (Enderby). Live video DJ and karaoke every Friday and Saturday night starting at 7 p.m. Starting Feb. 3, the Inn is open every Sunday featuring video concerts and music. FOLK AND FAVORITES JAmS will be held on the fourth Wednesday of the month at the Vernon Arts Centre in Polson Park. Jams start at 7 p.m. and end around 9:30. Please bring your acoustic instruments and your voice and join the fun. The first half will be led with books to follow along. Please feel free to bring folk/golden oldies, soft rock etc. songs for the second half. Try to keep them to simple arrangements with 3 or 4 chords. Drop in fee is $3. For more information please call Sid @ 250-549-1024 or email stozer@shaw.ca FORTUNES LANDING/HOwARD JOHNSON 1510 George St. Enderby, 838-6825. Karaoke with Brenda every Wednesday night at 8 p.m. and how about bringing the kids for Sunday afternoon karaoke 2 to 6 p.m. – lots of fun and very entertaining. Join in on jam night every second Friday starting at 8 p.m. or just enjoy the show. EAGLES HALL 5101 25th Ave. 542-3003. Karaoke with Brenda is every Friday starting at 8 p.m. THE GREEN (formerly Sneakers) in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-3321. The Sunday afternoon jam, hosted by the New Classics, takes place from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. LONGHORN PUb 4513 25th Ave., 542-9222. Spotlight Karaoke DJ Entertainment every Wednesday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Friday is DJ music. Saturday is country DJ music. Sunday is an open mic jam session, 19-plus. OKANAGAN CENTRE FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING 2913 29th Ave., 250-549-4399. Alternate Fridays, Feb. 8 and 22, from 7 to 9 p.m. is the open mic/jam hosted by Brandon Schmor, Bill Boyd, and Hannah Jukes. Sound engineered by Kris Eide. Family friendly atmosphere. Snacks and drinks for purchase. ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION bRANCH 25 VERNON 4609 29th St., behind the Fast Lane Car Wash. Sunday jams take place from 2 to 5 p.m. TORO’S PUb 1220 Kalamalka Lake Rd, 545-7856. Thursday night is karaoke with Anita. Come out and show your talent.
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ARmY, NAVY, AIR FORCE CLUb 2500 - 46th Ave, 542-3277. Dance in the Spitfire Lounge tonight with live music from 7:30 - 11:30 p.m. bOURbON STREET bAR AND GRILL Prestige Inn, 4411 32nd St. Les Copeland and Cameron Ward play every Thursday night from 7 to 10 p.m. CRUSH bISTRO 3024 30th Ave. 549-4438. Melina Moore and Tanya Lipscomb perform as Elixir, a fusion of trip/hop, soul and classical/opera, Saturday at 6:30 p.m. Dinner and show is $40. FALKLAND PUb 5747 Highway 97, 379-2143. Entertainment as part of Falkland’s Sno Pitch tourney Feb. 9 and 10 kicks off with karaoke with On The Edge Entertainment Feb. 8 at 8 p.m. Feb. 9 is a dinner and dance with music by Immigrant Son, starting at 8 p.m. THE GREEN (formerly Sneakers) in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-332. The New Classics play tonight and Saturday. Start time is 9 p.m. No cover. ITALIAN KITCHEN 2916 30th Ave. 558-7899. Les Copeland plays live jazz on Wednesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. LORENZO’S CAFE 901 Mabel Lake Rd. (8 km east of Enderby), 838-6700. Back by popular demand tonight is the Dan Engelland Band. Blues with red-hot guitar licks.
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2929 NITE CLUB, 2900 29th Ave., 5497448. 13th Floor presents Evil Ebenezer Deep Powder Tour Thursday, Feb. 7, with Alfy’O, Great Capacity, Big Zig, and hosted by James Hughes. $10 pre-sale/student, $15 at the door. Tickets available at the Downtown Internet Lounge. VERNON JAZZ CLUB 3000 - 31st St. Feb 9 Jon Treichel’s Scattered Atoms play from jazz to funk. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 available in advance at the Bean Scene and Bean to Cup or order at www.vernonjazzclub.ca.
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POsT PREhIsTORIC CAVE DUDEs This year’s Vernon Winter Carnival Dinner Theatre show debuts Feb. 6 and runs to Feb. 9 at the Village Green Hotel Sierra Room. Tickets are $48 and $43 for dinner and the show, doors open at 6:30 p.m. Inquiries about a limited number of theatre only tickets can be made at the Vernon Winter Carnival office by calling 250-545-2236. Regular dinner and a show tickets can be purchased at the office or at www.vernonwintercarnival.com. ThE VAGINA MONOLOGUEs FemFest at The Hub Arts Collective includes a benefit performance of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues Feb. 14, 15, 16 at 8 p.m. Other events include a cabaret performance Feb. 9 at 8 p.m., documentary film screenings Feb. 10 and 11, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m, and a play reading of The Abortion Monologues Feb. 16 at 2 p.m. Tickets for the cabaret night are $12 and The Vagina Monologues are $15 at Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca. Other events are by donation at the door.
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ART AND APPETIZERs Enjoy this Winter Carnival event Feb. 10 between 6 to 8 p.m. in the Sierra room at the Village Green Hotel. Features specially made hot and cold appetizers by Chef Diane Cottrell, cash bar, as well as a variety of art by local artists such as wood carving, glass painting, henna and more. Tickets are $10 each (includes food) available at the Winter Carnival office, www.vernonwintercarnival.com, 545-2236. AN EVENING wITh BRAMwELL TOVEy North Okanagan Community Concerts presents this special concert/fundraiser with renowned pianist, composer and conductor of the Vancouver Symphony, Feb. 12 at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. Starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30/NOCCA subscriber, $40/non-subscriber (adult), $20/ student 18 and under at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca. RETRO sINGLEs DATE NIGhT AUCTION Celebrate a generation of groovy styles, peace and love Feb. 14, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. Presented by Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio in conjunction with the current exhibition at the VPAG: The ‘70s – The Big Turnaround of the Seventies, enjoy ‘70s tunes, sangrias and fondue. Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio will provide a demonstration of The Hustle under the sparkle of the disco ball. A great way to meet new people, support the VPAG and get a little funky on Valentine’s Day. Prizes for the best ‘70s style. Tickets are $15/ea, available at the gallery and Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio. Limited to 75 tickets. Must be 19 years.
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Santa Paws stopped off at Tri Lake Animal Hospital just before Christmas to get some seasonal photos with the clinic’s furry, feathered and scaly clients in aid of two local charities, the Okanagan Humane Society and Paws It Forward. The event proved to be an amazing success with more than 40 pet owners from Vernon, Lake Country and Kelowna coming to the event. Santa met more than 50 pets including Kash the Nigerian goat (who was rather attracted to Santa’s red suit), Vixen the rat, Xanthus a bearded dragon, and Kira the python, as well as festively attired cats and dogs. “Thanks to everyone’s generosity, Tri Lake Animal Hospital was able to raise $841.28 for the two charities, including a donation from a lovely couple who had saved up over $200 in change over the year, and a pet photo shoot which was donated for silent auction by Laurie Dew of Dew Photography,” said Cara Reed, client services manager at Tri Lake Animal Hospital. Representatives from both charities were at the event and were able to meet and chat with owners and potential new forever homes. “We had an amazing time at the Tri Lake Santa photo shoot,” said Charlotte with Paws It Forward, “it was so exciting to see some of our PIF alumni dogs and their happy forever homes. “We love how the community has been so supportive of our dog rescue and we can’t thank you all enough.” Louvain Schon with the Okanagan Humane Society said Tri Lake Animal Hospital has been extremely supportive of the society over many years. “This is another example of their commitment to animal welfare and the generosity of animal lovers in the Okanagan, and I would like to thank everyone for their support, and the donation will be of great help to the society. “I would encourage anyone thinking of spaying or neutering their pets to do this, as it greatly helps reduce the number of unwanted pets and feral animals in the valley.” While waiting for their moment in the spotlight, pets and owners were given
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Dec. 29: Born to Erin Stefureak and Wayne Lougheed of Enderby, B.C., a girl, 6 lbs. 11 oz., named Elizabeth Faye Maria Lougheed. A sister for Aden, 8; Gavin, 10. A granddaughter for Faye Klassen, Norman Klassen, both of Enderby, John Stefureak of Sorrento, B.C., Wayne and Christa Lougheed of Enderby. A great-granddaughter for Joanne Borgen of Athabasca, Alta. Jan. 8: Born to Alexander and Alyssa Stenhouse of Falkland, a boy, 7 lbs. 11 oz., named Seth Bryan Alexander. A grandson for Susan Alexander, Michelle McLean, Bill Bensmiller. A great-grandson for Linda Stenhouse, Don Stenhouse, Edna Corbett, Kay Corbett. Jan. 9: Born to Angie and Danny Mendes of Vernon, New Additions B.C., a girl, 7 lbs., named Olivia Lemus Nickoli. A sister for Sophie, 2. A granddaughter for Joe Mendes, Maria Mendes, Gord Nickoli, the late Marina Nickoli. A greatgranddaughter for Madalena Mendes, Anna Nickoli, Lilo Both. Jan. 10: Born to Lindsay Wagensveld and John Ellington of Enderby, twin boys: Liam John Ellington, 6 lbs. 13 oz., and Alexander Frederick Elllington, 6 lbs. 6 oz. Brothers for Evangaline, 4. Grandsons for Dave and Barb Ellington, Tammy Ellington and George Tripp, all of Enderby, B.C., Linda Wagensveld and Ross Yarbrough of Westwold, Albert Wagensveld and Sandy Barnes of Prince George, B.C. A great-grandson for Beulah Giesbrecht of Lacombe, Alta., Jean Ellington of Enderby. Jan. 11: Born to Rick and Tammy Kendell of Vernon, a girl, 6 lbs. 12 oz., named Amelia Matilda. A granddaughter for Todd and Barb Pretty of Coldstream, B.C., Russell and Tillie Kendell of Fort McMurray, Alta. A great-granddaughter for Clarence and Pearl Pretty of Boyle, Alta., Ken and Merrilyn Gallagher of Coldstream, B.C., Mary Kendell of Milltown, Nfld. Jan. 11: Born to Ryan and Trisha McLean of Vernon, a boy, 8 lbs. 15 oz., named Carter James Tyler. A grandson for Sandy Redman and Eugene Wraight of Armstrong, B.C., Bridget and Don McLean of Falkland, B.C., Jeff Redman of Armstrong. A great-grandson for Christa Carpenter of Keremeos, B.C., Fred and Bea Redman of Armstrong. A great-great grandson for Gertrude Steele of Keremeos. Jan. 19: Born to Mark Aven and Jill Armstrong of Lumby, a girl, 6 lbs. 8 oz., named Audrina Jesslyn Aven. A granddaughter for Jessie and Linda Aven, Teena and Mike Armstrong, all of Vernon, B.C.
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Santa “Paws” meets the Kassi Soloduka’s menagerie, which includes Chevy, Monkey, Xanthus and Kira during a Christmas fundraiser at Tri Lake Animal Hospital in Winfield. tours of Tri Lake Animal Hospital facilities by the doctors and animal health technologists, including the 24-hour ICU, operating rooms and CT scanner. Drs. Linda Kaplan, Autumn Pulfer and Dawn Coldwell were also available for any pet related questions. “Tri Lake Animal Hospital would like to say a huge thank you to their clients and pets for their support of this event,
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DAMMANN, Orville John W. (Slim)
We are celebrating the passing of Joyce Hora into the arms of Jesus. She was welcomed into heaven by her loving husband Lewis and all those that passed before her.
Slim passed away peacefully at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on Saturday, January 26th, 2013 at the age of 92 years. In August of 2006, Slim was predeceased by Margaret, his loving wife of 62 years. He is survived by one daughter, Bev Dammann of Vernon; two sons, Dwight (Donna) of Campbell River, and Les (Terri) of Valemount; four grandchildren: Derek (Julia), Dara, Mark (Lisa), and Jim; three great grandchildren: Alexander, <endra, and &elix; two sisters, Minnie llioƩ of tinnipeg, and Anne Cerreƫ of Beauseũour, MB; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Slim was a veteran of the WWII. He served with the Canadian Provost Corps (Meatheads). He had been a resident of Vernon since 1979 and had volunteered with numerous community organinjaƟons including the <nights of Pythias. Slim loved music and will be fondly remembered by the many musicians he had played with over the years and by the many people who have danced to his music. A memorial gathering will be held at Orchard Valley ReƟrement Residence, 2ϴ29Ͳ3ϰ St., Vernon, BC on Wednesday, February 20th, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those friends wishing to make memorial contribuƟons in memory of Slim may do so to All Saints Anglican Church, 320ϱͲ27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T ϰWϴ. Condolences may be oīered at ƉůĞĂƐĂŶƚǀĂůůĞLJĬ͘ĐŽŵ
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Joyce lived a long and fruitful life and her greatest joy was her family. She was born on November 10, 1915 in Vancouver, BC. She married Lewis Hora in 1935 and together they raised 7 children Rowena, Annette, Gordon, Beverly, Lois, Barbara, and Dennis.
Lori Michele Poirier It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Lori Michele Poirier. She was born on February 1st, 1960 in Edmonton, Alberta, the �irst of two children born to Edward and Rose Poirier. Lori was called Home to her Heavenly Father on January 25th, 2013 at the age of 52 years, where she was also reunited with her mother Rose who predeceased her on September 6th, 1997. Lori will be lovingly remembered by her father, Edward (Diane Hawkins) Poirier; her brother, Kevin (Laurie) Poirier; her three special nephews, Brandon Poirier, Brady (Emma) Poirier and Colton Poirier; her companion for many years, Don McGee; aunts, uncles and cousins; her many special friends; and her most faithful companion “Joey”. Lori was a kind and caring person. Her zest for life and love of people led her to the health care profession and she was an original member of the Gateby resident care aide team. For 25 years she embraced her duties at Gateby with love and passion. She touched the lives of hundreds of people who were part of her Gateby family.
Lori loved her friends and loved being a friend. Family was most important to her. She adored her three nephews and made special occasions, extra special. Her love and dedication to Joey, her three year old Cocker Spaniel was truly an inspiration to us all. She will be greatly missed by all who had the joy of knowing her. A Celebration Of Lori’s Life will be held at the Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints, 1506-35th Street, on Saturday, February 2nd, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Lori to the SPCA, 4800 Haney Road, Vernon, B.C. V1H 1P6. Funeral arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 250-542-1187
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Joyce was blessed with 22 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren and 13 great, great grandchildren. Joyce worked numerous jobs throughout her life and after her retirement she enjoyed volunteering. She loved to travel and visited many interesting places. She will be greatly missed by all. A celebration of life will be held on Feb 1, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Alternatives Funeral Services, 4417 – 29 Street. Vernon BC. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com 250-860-6440
BULLEN, Douglas Albert
Douglas Albert Bullen, beloved son of Leslie and Marjorie Bullen, passed away January 23, 2013 in Vernon, BC at the age of 64. He joins his brother Terry who passed away last year. He will be forever loved and missed by his children Candace (Gerry), Shannon, Doug Jr. (Whitney) and step-daughter Michelle; grandchildren Amanda and Eric and step-grandchildren Hayden and Keira. He is further survived by his siblings Dennis (Janet), Keith (Ruth), Blake (Judy), Debbie (Ray) and Wendy (Ron). Many nieces, nephews and childhood friends will also miss Doug. Doug will be remembered as a father who loved his children, family and for his love of storytelling and riding the open roads on his Harley Davidson. A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, January 26th, 2013 at Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services® (4417 -29th Street, Vernon, BC). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.myalternatives. ca Arrangements entrusted to: ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Vernon 250-558-0866 & Armstrong 250-546-7237
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Ardelle Rue McFarland was born on July 8th, 1929 in Los Angeles, California and passed away peacefully on January 27th, 2013 in Vernon, B.C. at the age of 83 years. Ardelle will be lovingly remembered by her son; Duane (Sue) McFarland of Vernon, B.C., her grandchildren; Nina (Dev) Knapper of Kelowna, B.C., Keri (Tai) Travis of Portland, Oregon, Kate (Adrian) McCredie of Vernon, B.C. and Michael McFarland of Vernon, B.C., her greatgrandchildren; Tenzin, Myla, Koral and Kefton, her brothers; Buster Bixler of Henderson, Nevada, Clell Bixler of Parump, Nevada, Ken Bixler of Washington State, her sister; Lela (Don) Bangs of Ontario, Oregon along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. Ardelle was preceded in death by her husband, Frank to whom she was married for 50 years and by her parents; Orion and Neelie Bixler. Ardelle’s passion was making and stamping greeting cards and spending time with her stamping club. She loved collecting antique porcelain dolls and had acquired a very nice collection over the years. She was very good with her hands and was able to hand craft porcelain dolls of her own. Ardelle’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren were a very special part of her life and she treasured every moment with them. In respecting Ardelle’s wishes, she was cremated and no funeral service will be held. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Ardelle to the MS Society of Canada, Okanagan Chapter #105-3402 27th Avenue, Vernon, B.C. V1T 1S1. Cremation arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605 27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 (250) 542-1187
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November 29, 1910 – January 16, 2013 Ana passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 102, at Mariposa Gardens, in Osoyoos, BC. She is survived by her daughter Karen (Hans) Bahr of Osoyoos, BC, her daughterin-law Dorothy Duker, of Calgary, AB. Her beloved grandchildren, Laura Duker of Calgary, Greg Duker of Red Deer, AB, Duane (Ginia) Duker of Calgary, AB, Gary (Lynn) Bahr of Gibsons, BC, and Kevin (Rebekah) Bahr of Vancouver, BC, her 8 greatgrandsons and 1 great-granddaughter, her sister Margaret Hall of Bluffton, AB and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband Karl, her son Edward, her granddaughter Wendy Price. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends at Mariposa Gardens, in Osoyoos and Avenue West in Vernon. Arrangements entrusted to Graham Funeral Home, 5920 Kootenay Street, Oliver B.C. (250) 498-3833. Your message of condolence, sharing your fond memories of Ana may be sent to: www.grahamfh. com
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Drivers/Courier/ Trucking Class 1 Drivers to haul dry vans Western Canada & US. Only drivers with 2 years exp. & US border crossing capability. Dedicated tractors, paid drops, direct deposit. No phone calls Fax 250-546-0600 Required Immediately: Experienced Class 1 Drivers with at least 3 years verifiable experience for the following positions: Part Time Canada/ US capable; Casual /On Call Boat Truck driver Canada/US; Furniture Delivery Driver throughout BC; Full time Drivers for future scheduled runs. Please indicate on your resume position applying for. Please fax resume to 250546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com No phone calls please RUSSAM HOLDINGS HAS OPENINGS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: Super-B log truck driver Vernon/Kamloops area. Log truck driver - Okanagan /Shuswap area. Highway driver Okanagan to Calgary runs. Commercial Transport Mechanic - Armstrong shop *Possible parttime positions available *Please email a resume and current abstract to Gerry@russamholdings.com or fax to 250-546-0602
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PRT Inc. operates 13 forest nurseries in Canada and the USA, producing over 150 million seedlings annually. We currently have a full time, temporary opening for an ambitious, competent individual for the position of Payroll Administrator at our Nursery Administration Office located in Armstrong, BC. The successful candidate will have completed CPA level 1 and have at least 2 years related payroll experience. PRT offers a competitive salary and benefit package commensurate with experience and education. Please submit resume in confidence by Feb 8th, 2013 PRT thanks all applicants. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. E-mail: Admin_Jobs@prt.com Website www.prt.com Attn: Operations Accountant PRT Administration Office, 668 St Anne Road Armstrong, BC, VOE 1B5 Fax: (250) 546-6810
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Training Leading to Employment Opportunities Kindale is a progressive organization that provides individualized person centered services. If you are compelled to provide quality services, are community focused, enjoy a challenge and are willing to learn and try new things you may be interested in this opportunity. Kindale Developmental Association will be offering the following paid training opportunity to select candidates: Developmental Service Worker This is an established program of training that provides classroom and hands-on supported learning. With the completion and certification, participants will be qualified to positions within Kindale Developmental Association supporting individuals with developmental and physical disabilities. For consideration applicants must be/ have: At least 19 years of age Grade 12 diploma Be in good Health A Class 5 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license Clear criminal record check First Aid certification Available to start March 4, 2013 Please send in a letter of interest to: Samantha Fairweather Residential Options Manager Kindale Developmental Association PO Box 94 Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 Website: www.kindale.net Fax 250-546-3053 Email: samantha_fairweather@kindale.net NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
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NORTH Okanagan Accounting Services has a permanent full-time Bookkeeper/Tax Preparer position available immediately. Must be familiar with Profile tax software and proficient in Simply Sage 50 and Excel, knowledge of Quickbooks is an asset. The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while maintaining a sense of humour is essential. Please hand deliver resume to 203 – 2808 48th Avenue, Vernon , BC. We thank all applicants who apply; however only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.
Seasonal labourer positions at Coral Beach Farms Ltd. 16351 Carr’s Landing, Lake Country BC. No experience necessary. Must have own transportation. Applicant must be capable of physically demanding (incl. heavy lifting) work in all weather conditions. 6-7 days a week. 10-12 hours a day beginning March 15, 2013 - April 30, 2013. Work includes tree planting, pruning & irrigation. Pay $10.25/hour. Apply by fax at 250-766-0813 or email at jobs@coralbeach.ca
THE Golf Club at The Rise is looking to fill the position of Golf Course Mechanic. The position runs from the beginning of March until the end of the golf season; mid to late November. Turfcare experience an asset but not required. Experience with electrical and hydraulic repair an asset. $19 - $21/hr D.O.E. Email resumes with 2 references to alex.rokus@therise.ca or fax to 250-542-5096.
Farm labourers $10.25 hr. 5-6 days/wk; planting, pruning & harvesting. AprThru Oct 250540-1011 sobvfm@shaw.ca FARM workers needed at Kuhn Kuhn Farms, 4320 L&A Cross Rd. $10.25/hr. Call 250- 558-3778. jujar.khunkhun@gmail.com Journeyman HD mechanic required for oilfield construction company. Duties will include servicing, maintenance and overhaul of our equipment. The job will be predominately shop work , but with a portion of your time spent in the field. A mechanics truck will be supplied for you. The job is based in Edson, Alberta. Call Lloyd at 780-723-5051. North Okanagan Sawmill is looking to hire general laborers. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637.
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VERNON: 2801 40th St. Feb 1 & 2, Fri noon-4pm & Sat 9-2, Multi Family Sale!
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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!
Swimming Pools/ Hot Tubs
Cassy is a 6 month old soon to be spayed female torbie. For more info please call Creekside Vets at 250-549-3533 during business hours.
WOLF Hybrid Cubs. Reserve now. Sun Valley Wolf Kennels Kelowna (250)-765-4996 www.sunvalleywolfkennels.com
Merchandise for Sale
Feed & Hay
Antiques / Vintage COUNTRY HOME ANTIQUES Now open again, Sat & Sun 11am-4, or by appt. Specialize in Swedish Antiques. 4262 MacDonald Rd (off Otter Lake Rd) Armstrong 250-546-2529
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1st & 2nd Cut HAY no rain, in a barn. Delivery available. (250)545-1817 Alfalfa grass mix, under cover, $5.50/bale. Call 250309-5956 or 250-542-9419 Brome Grass Hay, barn stored. $5/bale. (250)5462105 CLEAN dry wheat straw, round. bales, delivery avail Ph 250-558-9509 Excellent 2nd & 3rd crop, grass hay, nutrient analysis avail. 250-546-6158. First cut alfalfa grass mix, no rain, barn stored, $4.00 bale. (250)838-6587. Hay for sale, barn stored, 1st crop, $4.00 bale, 70 lb bales. 250-546-3371 250-309-5910.
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CORNER OF HWY 97 & OCEALA RD IN WINFIELD (directly across from Tim Hortons) Name on building Steel Industries. Miller Welder, welders, threading machine, 2 ton overhead crane, shop tables, Komatsu Forklift, power metal hacksaw, metal tool boxes, pallet jacks, pallet racks, metal bender, large punch, Assorted pallets of metal, new 45 gal drums of oil, lunchroom equipment.
See our website for listing and pictures www.valleyauction.ca For more information phone 250.546.9420
RT 220 - Lakeview Dr & Varsity Dr • Avail now
Livestock 40 Black Angus Bred cows & 18 1st calf bred Heifers, 2 Bulls. 1-250-546-9766 evenings, Days 1-780-518-0901
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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
Feed & Hay Hay for Sale - Barn stored round bales. $45/bale. Approx 900lbs/bale. (250)558-9791 ROUND oat straw bales, 650 lb, lots of oats, dry no chemicials. $35.00 each. Grass and alfalfa, grass round bales, 550 lb, $35.00 each. All barn stored. Armstrong, 250-546-9974 Shavings or sawdust 150 yard loads.Cedar or Fir.Bark mulch. Delivered. 1 (250)8386630
Painting & Decorating
Trades, Technical
Required: Care aid who must live in Vernon, work in private home, female nonsmoker need only respond. (250)5585148, Fax 250-558-5285
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ENDERBY
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
PRIVATE caregiver/aid needed for male quad. Fax 250558-0301, Call 250-558-9947, email daveshpak@hotmail.com
Home Care/Support
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Services
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Counselling available for police and military personnel and those with chronic illness or disabilities. Reasonable rates www.globalcounsellor.com or text message 250-488-5084
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Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449
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We’re on the net at www.bcclassified.com
Floors & Bathrooms? Full Clean? Contact us For ALL types of eco-friendly Cleaning Call Melissa (250)804-7979 clean@girlsgonegreen.ca
Pets & Livestock
Firearms Canadian Firearms Safety Courses to obtain your Possession-Acquisition license for Non-restricted and restricted firearms. Courses taught evenings in a private setting in the Enderby area by a Master Instructor. For further info or to register, (250)804-2033.
Furniture 9--Quality 30inx60in Metal Double pedestal office desks $250.00 each, or the lot for $1800. (replacement value $6000.+)contact 250-308-1155 MOVING: Lazy Boy 3seat sofa + chair. Both recliners. $350 obo. (250)549-3153 Multi color Chesterfield c/w 2 recliners, good cond, built in cup holders in center, very good cond. $300. 250-5496775. TV stand fits up to 50” flat screen TV. 3 glass shelves 40” wide. $75PD. 1 year ago. 250549-6775.
Garden Equipment Snowblowers. $350-$400. Trade is welcome. 250-3070009. Yard Waste Chipper 5HP $225. Newer 3HP Snow Blower $275. 250-307-0009.
Heavy Duty Machinery A-STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’53 in stock. SPECIAL 44’ x 40’ Container Shop w/steel trusses $13,800! Sets up in one day! Also Damaged 40’ $1950 Call Toll Free Also JD 544 & 644 wheel loaders JD 892D LC Excavator Ph. 1-866-528-7108 Free Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217 •
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Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Medical Supplies
Misc. for Sale
E-Trike Scooter 2012 cost $3995. Sacrifice $2200. New cond. Shaw Cable Boxes, must sell both $100.; cost $500. new. (250)275-1249
TREADMILL - Sears “Free Spirit” programmable, incline, fold up model. Exc. Cond, little used. $600 obo. 250-542-5632
Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240
WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240
Stair lifts, platform stair lifts, vertical platform lifts. Shoprider Scooters & Power chairs, new & used. Kel: 250-7647757, Vernon 250-542-3745. Toll Free 1-888-542-3745 www.okmobilty.ca
WANTED: Vintage paintings, postcards, fishing rods, reels, tackle, old knives, Native baskets, old guns, saddles & gun rigs, military medals, pocket watches, etc. Silver & gold coins. Honest & Confidential! Cash Paid! 250-308-7342, 250-260-8069
Misc. for Sale
Misc. Wanted
BUY-SELL-CONSIGN
Wanted: Kash for copper/pipe, plumbing, brass valves, wire, radiators etc., 250-546-3556
Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. www.doddsauction.com.
CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259 Dresser w/mirror & chest of drawers, solid wood $125.obo (250)546-2430 Free Scrap removal. All metals & cars. No microwaves or t.v.s. Minimum pick-up load. 250-546-9536, 250-309-6107 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? MOUNTAIN BIKE Giant Pistol 2. Full Suspension. Small frame. Great mountain bike for a teen. Recently tuned. $1000 new, only $350. Call 250-307-4478 NEED BUILDING PLANS New or renovation. Call Okanagan Blue Print. 250-558-8791 POWER Ice (250)545-5425
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LEGACY MANAGEMENT (1) 1bdrm $650 (2) 3bdrm duplex starting at $750 (3) Brand new 2 or 3bdrm condos ALL have in-suite laundry! Call or text Joanne at (250)540-7961
GREAT 2bed/2bath, 1080sqft Balcony, gas fp, elevator, a/c. Secure entry, ug park, storage Near sr/cntr, Safeway, town Bus stop, n/p, no rentals. New Roof. New paint. Available. Full information & photos at OKHomeseller.com #26730 OPEN HOUSE Sundays 1-4 Please phone to view (250)545-2983 $178,800
For Sale By Owner 2acres in Carmi overlooking the River. 2bdrm, 2baths, 1200sqft. $389,900 OBO. Call 1-250-484-5625,250-215-4825 ******* OKHomeseller.com View Okanagan properties for sale by owner. Selling? No Commission. 250-545-2383, 1-877-291-7576
Mobile Homes & Parks
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Mr. Mobile Home Certified Factory Outlet. Featuring SIERRAS family community, or single and multi-section homes for your property. 250-769-6614 www.accenthomes.ca
Sporting Goods Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin
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SKS’s & SKS Ammo in Stock Norinco Tax-In Specials: M14 308 cal c/w 520 rd ammo $833. AR-15 223 cal c/w 1600 rd ammo $1299. 1911-A1-GC 45 cal c/w 1000 rd ammo $811. Upgraded Grizzly 870 shotguns from $425. Quality Firearms Bought & Sold at The Best Little Gun Shop Around Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, 4-1691 Powick, Kel. 250-762-7575, Tues-Sat, 10-6.
Earn up to 15% How much interest are you earning on your money right now? For $25,000 - $50,000 cash I can find you a high quality & safe real estate investment that will earn you up to 15% or even more. Call today for a free list of properties.
Stereo / DVD / TV Pioneer surround sound system complete w/all speakers & wires. Very little used. $99. (250)549-6775
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Rentals Mobile Homes & Parks
Apt/Condo for Rent
3611 27th Ave.
1 & 2 Bedroom Available +40 Adult, Secure Building, No Pets, No Smoking, Covered Parking, Elevator, Cable inc. For more information, please call
250-503-7315 250-545-7251
1903 31A Street ■ 1+2 Bedroom ■ Adult ■ N/P ■ N/S ■ Balcony ■ Coin Laundry ■ Covered Parking ■ Close to Hospital
250-503-7315 VALLEYVIEW APARTMENTS
1604 31st Street 45+ Building Bachelor Suite, 1 & 2 Bedroom Available
• NS/NP • Heat and Water Incl. • Fresh Paint, Very Clean • Parking • Coin Laundry • Balcony • Elevator
250-558-9696
1bdrm apt. Clean & bright, in quiet well managed adult building, bus route, heat, h/w, cable, locker/prkg. n/s n/p $650. 250-550-4069
Freshly painted, 720 sq. ft., 1 bdrm. garden apt. Peaceful country living in the city, walking distance to all amenities & bus. $610/mo. Inquiries 250-542-7723
Darren Chinchilla 250-309-1742 Bachelor suite, shared washrooms, some furnished with TV. $500 including utilities & cable TV. $50 Safeway food coupon given at start of tenancy. vernonhomes.ca/forrent
Morris Manor Rental Incentives
1 Bedroom
Senior oriented building Across from Schubert Centre Heat & hot water included Inside scooter parking. Call Mike
250-542-8989 Columbia Apartments Available Feb. 1st
1 bedroom apt. Close to downtown. Seniors building. No Pets. Non-smoking.
To view call
250-545-1519 THE PLACE to Live in Vernon
Beautiful one or two bedroom suite available at the Victorian Retirement Residence. 250 545-0470. 3306 22nd Street Vernon, B.C. victorianvernon@yahoo.ca
Northland Asset Management 10 minutes to downtown Vernon. Boat launch, Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club, O’Keefe Ranch – just a few mintues away!! Custom order your new home today: www.countrysidemanufacturedhomes.com
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Open Houses
Open Houses
Northland Apartments 4203 - 32 Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5P3 • (250) 260-1162
1 Bedroom Suite starting at $695.00/month. 3 Appliances and A/C • Adult Building Elevator and Parking • 24 hour Dining and Pool 13th Month FREE with a 1 year Lease
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Open Houses
WEEK-END DRIVE
alexis park 5, 3804 - 32 Avenue Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 starting at $179,900
coldstream 11302 Hillside Drive Sunday, 11:00 - 1:00 $524,900
harwood 508, 4701 Pleasant Vly Rd Sunday, 1:30 - 4:00 $179,000
okanagan landing 222, 6710 Tronson Road Sunday, 2:00 - 4:00 $119,000
2901 - 41 Avenue Sunday, 12:30 - 1:30 $244,900
east hill 1306 - 41 Avenue Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $404,900
middleton mountain 1117 Mt Fosthall Sunday, 2:00 - 3:00 $565,000
turtle mountain 4120 Leatherback Road Sunday, 1:30 - 3:30 $539,000
1021 Windsor Place Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $399,000
mission hill 3417 Okanagan Avenue Sunday, 2:00 - 2:45 $309,900
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armstrong 1, 3535 Wood Avenue Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $379,500
bella vista 3, 5951 Heritage Drive Sunday, 1:00 - 3:00 $289,000
3205 - 22 Street Sunday, 1:00 - 1:45 $429,900
okanagan landing 223, 6710 Tronson Road Sunday, 1:00 - 2:00 $89,000
1 & 2 Bedroom available
… in quiet Senior-oriented building. Large deck, air conditioning, laundry facilities on each floor. Heat included. Close to bus stop, Schubert Centre and downtown. N/P, N/S. To view, call
250-545-0962 or 250-503-7977 GREEN VALLEY ESTATES Armstrong
Seniors 55+ 1 & 2 bedroom Apartments 2 Bedroom Townhouse Walk to downtown From $733 per month Call Troy at 250.546-3933 or cell 250.833-9158
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Hawthorn Lane
Renovated condos with private courtyard — enjoy air conditioning and large deck, located in a convenient location right in the heart of Vernon. Affordable family living. In-house manager. Ask about rental incentives. 2 bdrm … $825 per month 3 bdrm … $925 per month To view, please call:
250-503-1257
A New Tradition of Quality Living
1bdrm, East Hill, Lakeview Manor, hardwood floors, n/p, n/s, on-site laundry. Avail Feb 1st 250-260-5870. 1bdrm suite in quiet D/T location, 35+ H/W cable incl. a/c, coin laundry, elevator, no/pets, $675+DD. 250-549-4220 1 LARGE bdrm apartment. N/P, N/S. $550 & $600 + utils. (250)307-4948 2 Bdrm; 1 Bath; F/S; DW & AC. Very well kept in secured adult only building (55+) close to downtown. Underground parking. On site laundry. Avail immediately. $750/month 250549-1679 OR 250-550-6991 2bdrm condo, 1.5 bath, f/s w/d, n/s, n/p, Avail Feb 1. $725./mo (250)545-2367
ARLINGTON, EMBERS
& CENTURY MANOR 1 & 2 bdrm; Seniors, close to Schubert; N/S; N/P, clean and well maintained. Call: 250-275-8066 Bachelor 1 & 2 bdrm,d/t, avail now, heat & hotwater incl., $540-$750. 250-260-8454. Bach. suite in quiet D/T location, 35+ H/W cable incl. a/c, coin laundry, elevator, no/pets, $590 +DD. 250-549-4220 Belmonte Apartments 1 bdrm suites from $630 p/m, laminate floors & designer finishes avail. Great living close to downtown.prefer mature renter. Some pets OK Scooter parking. 250-549-5254 BRIGHT, clean 2bdrm, 1bath apt in quiet building. Fridge & stove incl. N/P, N/parties. $695-$725/mo. 250-542-7727 City View Garden Apart., large garden area, rent from $600., laminate floors & designer finishes avail., Some pets ok. 250-307-0937 Enderby apt, 2 bdrm,new floors & paint, a/c, quiet main floor, 250-308-9299. HILLSIDE TERRACE. 39th Ave-ADULT-clean & well maintained; 1bdrm, 1 bdrm+den Rent incentive available N/S, N/P 250-545-5773 Hilltop Manor, City & Mountain views, sparkling renovated suites $575.&up 250-307-0937 LARGE 2bdrm apt. $800/mo. +hydro, NO PETS, Avail Now. 250-869-9788 Maple Ridge Gardens Deluxe 1 bdrm w/guest Suite, In-suite Laundry. Secure Adult Bldg. $795.Mo. 250-542-5659 Willow Manor, reno’d suites. Seniors welcome! Walk to shops $625&up 250-549-9177
Commercial/ Industrial 713 sqft.$950 + hst .341 sq.ft., & 332 sq.ft., $350 + hst. 291030 Ave. (250)212-6807
Duplex / 4 Plex 1bdrm, ground level, large open plan, cat ok no/dogs . W/D & util incl. $675. 4101 27th Ave. 250-542-4310, 403991-4057 2bdrm, 1 bath, centrally located, w/d, n/p, n/s $800 util incl 250-308-7456 2bdrm West Kelowna Unit, Avail Feb. 1. Reno’d, 5 appls, incl’s new w/d & parking, NS, NP. $900 +utils, 250-767-6330 3bdrm 1/2 duplex, full bsmnt, parking, Lumby. $1000/mo.+ water utility 250-550-4396 3bdrm, 2bath, 5appl, f/p, ac, garage, 2 sun decks, very clean, Easthill area, NS, $975/mo 250-275-1659 3bdrm+garage, Harwood area small pet considered. (n/p prefered)$1200 + 60% utils or $1350. all inclusive. Avail Now. 250-869-9788. Large 2bdrm, walk to town, W/D h/u, cat ok, $850 util/incl. 250-542-4310, 403-991-4057. Newly reno’d 1/2 duplex near Hospital, 4 bdrm, F/S, no smoking, no pets. $900 + util. 250-542-7727.
Homes for Rent
Darren Chinchilla REALTOR® PROPERTY MANAGER
250-309-1742 • 3 bedroom nice home in East Hill. Spacious, 2 living rooms, fenced yard, garage, 2 decks, unfinished basement for storage. Available March 1st. $1400. • Newer home in Armstrong. High end finishing, 3 bdrm 2 bath, gar, 5 appliances, jacuzzi, NP, NS. Available Apr 1. $1300 + hydro. 1 yr lease minimum.
vernonhomes.ca/forrent • 1 bdrm above-ground huge bsmt suite in Stepping Stones. Mountain views, tons of storage, F&S, W&D. $795 incl. utilities. 1 yr lease expected.
TOTALLY REMODELED 3 BEDROOM DUPLEX Fantastic lake view. N/S, N/Pets, storage & good parking. 19+ $895.00 + utilities. Phone 250-550-0234
Newer 3 level townhouse. Close to downtown. 2 bedroom, 3 bath (each bdrm with own bath). 1 car garage. $1200/month + utilities. Call John 250-550-0234 4bdrm+loft East Hill, f/s, dw, w/d, lrg yard, n/s. Avail immed. $1500 + utils. (250)308-4940 EastHill, 3bdrm, large fenced yard, carport, f/s, ns, no dogs, $1250 incl.water, garbage, sewer, recycling. Avail March 1. 250-542-0775. Large country lower, on 3 acres, between Hillview & V.S.S.schools. 2 bdrm, f/p, d/w, covered patio, carport, very large yard. 1 year lease. $1150 pm all util & appl incl. March 1. 250-503-4959.
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Rentals
Rentals
Homes for Rent
Shared Accommodation
NEWLY renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bath home. Available Immediately 15 mins east of Vernon. Suitable for mature single or professional couple. Includes new appliances F/S, W/D, D/W, utilities, HD satellite/pvr and internet. No smoking/pets. $1100 monthly $550 DD. Call 250-260-2845 to view.
Motels,Hotels 1BDRM, quiet, N/S, kitchenette, walk-out. weekly/ monthly $600-$630. Call 250-558-6837
Office/Retail 2500SQFT can be subdivided. Close to the Bay, Village Green Centre. Little or no lease hold improvements needed for offices. Call Lyn (250)306-1741
Senior Assisted Living FOR RENT - 1 bedroom unit for independent, mobile 55+ in Enderby. Rent is 30% of proven income, includes fridge, stove & free shared laundry. Call Donna at 250-838-9736 for details, viewing and application. No pets - Non-smoking.
Shared Accommodation 1bdrm, D.T. $450 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250549-0644 1 ROOM $425- Fridge, cable & utilities included, shared kitchen & bath, bus route, inhouse laundry. 250-558-3579. 2 furnished bdrms avail in a beautiful Bella Vista home on bus rte. $500/mo & $400/mo incl utils, cable & internet. All you need is your food. Ideal for student, female preferred. 250-938-4577 leave message.
Private room in shared accommodation, overlooking swan lake large bright room, everything included except your food. great room mates.$500p/m 250-309-0483
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About 80 people marched along Highway 33, from KelownaLake Country MLA Norm Letnick’s office to Crossroads Treatment Centre, Tuesday to show their opposition toward the closure of Crossroads. In January, the nonprofit society that deals with addiction services announced it would be forced to shut its doors partly due to a failure to reach a funding agreement with Interior Health for the publiclyfunded treatment beds and detox beds it provides. The current funding contract between Crossroads and IH was renewed last year for a three-year term. Less than a year in, Crossroads asked for an 85 per cent increase in funding. IH offered a 30 per cent increase, but that was not enough. Sonia Nicholson, a detox nurse, said she never thought the day
would come that the service would end. “Last month the number of clients who entered the doors of detox was in the triple digits.” She noted the clients will be most impacted by the decision to close Crossroads’ doors. “The staff can all walk away hurt, sad and without a job, but in all reality we will all find a job and move on. My real fear is: What about the clients?” One of those clients is 33-year-old Dean Desousa. He has been suffering from heroin and cocaine addiction since he was 15. Desousa has eight days left in the 42-day program and said he already can feel how much the service has changed him. “I’ve gotten so much out of the program while being here,” said Desousa. “The tools that I’ve learned, that I’m going to apply to my life when I leave, are so benefi-
cial.” He said the closure of the service will put “so many people’s lives at risk.” “There are only so many treatment centres in B.C. It’s very limited, and this is probably the best one out there.” Twenty-four-yearold Darren Washington said he is already looking at life differently after just one week at Crossroads. “I came in here with a broken spirit, no confidence…cocaine ruined my life, my friendships, my relationship,” said Washington. “Within the week I’ve changed…I wake up every morning and stop looking at the negative; (rather), the goodness of it.” Mike Nuyens, who is on the provincial executive of the B.C. Government and Service Employees Union, spoke to the crowd Tuesday on behalf of the 12 workers who are staffed at the facility.
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About 80 people show their opposition to the closure of Crossroads Treatment Centre Tuesday in Kelowna. “Detox and treatment services are successful in saving lives, bringing families back together, getting people back to work and back to living,” said Nuyens. “Interior Health has no transitional plan and have made no commitments to continue the service. “We call upon Interior Health, the Ministry of Health and our Okanagan MLAs to do better. To come together and put together a plan to save this service that the community has a right to.”
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Auditor general John Doyle has lost his bid for detailed defence lawyer billings in the case of two ministerial assistants convicted for their role in the sale of B.C. Rail operations in 2002. In a ruling released Tuesday, B.C. Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert Bauman found that Doyle was seeking a “sweeping invasion of solicitor-client privilege” in the case and dismissed his petition to see the documents. Doyle went to court in an effort to complete his review of the B.C. Rail sale, in which Dave Basi and Bobby Virk pleaded guilty to breach of trust and accepting a benefit for their role in bidding for B.C. Rail assets. Seven years of pre-trail manoeuvring came to a sudden end in October 2010, when Basi and Virk pleaded guilty to providing bid information to a Colorado-based railway company, in
exchange for a trip to Denver for a football game and other rewards. The B.C. government’s decision to abandon efforts to recover $6 million in legal fees for the pair sparked a political battle. Two deputy ministers said they made the decision to overrule the policy to recover legal defence fees from government employees if they are found guilty. They concluded it would have added more to legal costs than their assets were worth. Bauman states in his ruling that current B.C. legislation does not give the auditor general access to privileged materials such as lawyer bills, and his assurance that they would not be widely shared makes no difference. Bauman also found that the government’s voluntary disclosure of privileged cabinet documents in the case is not relevant to the confidentiality of lawyer bills.
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Clark anticipates record mining investments 1990s, when $26 million a year in exploration was underway. We’ve come a long way in 12 years, and it’s pretty tough to beat those recordbreaking years.” She predicted that mark will be shattered with another 47 per cent increase, mostly due to a few large projects underway now.
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water use as well as “notice of work” permits. The waiting time has been reduced from 110 days to 80 days, and another $7 million will be spent to get it down to 60 days, she said. NDP mining critic Doug Donaldson said the B.C. Liberal government is still working to fix a problem it
created, when mining permit time went from 55 days in 2007 to 110 days by 2011. The 60-day target for notice-of-work permits was supposed to be met in November, Donaldson added. Clark has also taken aim at another prominent election issue, the need for skilled trades training.
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