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Recycling plant consumed by fire Kim Dianocky, manager of Bluewater, the firm that has the The future of recycling in the contract to sort recycling. Bluewater has about 30 employNorth Okanagan is temporarily ees on site on a daily basis. uncertain after a devastating fire. “They are devastated. It’s the A mass of flames engulfed the Bluewater Project recycling facility unknown, where do we go from here?” said at the Greater Dianocky. Vernon land“I have fill at about been there 9:30 p.m. 11 years and Friday. It it feels like was here that my house every local bu r ne d residential down.” blue bag was The first sorted. reports of “We have the fire some options. came from It may mean RICHARD ROLKE/MORNING STAR Coldstream shipping to Part of the Greater Vernon recycling facility r e s i d e n t s K e l o w n a ,” collapses on itself during a fire Friday. who could said Dale see a bright Danallanko, glow in the recycling and disposal facilities operations man- night sky. “There was a lot of equipment ager with the Regional District of in there, hundreds of plastic bags North Okanagan. The office and equipment area and cardboard,” said Jack Blair, were completely destroyed, while Vernon deputy fire chief. “There was also the release firefighters were able to save the of propane gas (from canisters) bundling area. RDNO will ultimately have to which made the fire violent.” The primary goal of firefightdetermine if a new facility is constructed as it owns the building ers was to keep the blaze from spreading. and land. “It was a defensive fire. We “We are looking to see what equipment is salvageable,” said weren’t going to send anyone in RICHARD ROLKE
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Flames devouring the Greater Vernon recycling facility virtually became unstoppable for firefighters Friday. there,” said Blair. A lack of fire hydrants meant water had to be hauled in constantly by crews from the Vernon, Coldstream and BX-Swan Lake fire departments. Access to the site became challenging as Birnie Road, which leads to the landfill, is narrow and there was little room for fire trucks
to turn around. Bundles of recycling will need to be ripped open to reveal any hot spots. “We will keep an eye on it,” said Blair. A cause had not been determined at press time. “It’s far too dangerous to get into it at this point. We need to
fully suppress the fire first,” said Blair. Residents hauling trash to the landfill are asked to be cautious. “Anyone with respiratory issues should delay their visit because it is smoky up here or they can go to our Armstrong or Lumby facilities,” said Trafford Hall, RDNO administrator.
School district facing $2.2 million shortfall KATHERINE MORTIMER
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Regardless of how little or how much money comes from the Ministry of Education, the Vernon School District is required by law to present a balanced budget each year. And each year, that is exactly what happens. The problem is that as enrolment dips, funding drops, which means cuts to both staff and programs. This year is no exception and secretary-treasurer Randy Hoffman has presented a bylaw for trustees to approve the balanced budget, which will leave the district with a projected shortfall of $2.2 million. “Enrolment drives our funding and we must send our enrolment projections to the ministry by Feb. 15,” said Hoffman. Superintendent Bev Rundell said the 2013/14 school year is projected to be down about 176 students across the
system. “That is projected to decline for the next few years and when we look at available spaces in the secondary schools, we’ll have 879 available spaces,” she said. “We’re very concerned about enrolment, but especially at the secondary level. At Fulton, we’re looking at 701 students in a school built for 950 students. Kal has 552 and it was built for 800; VSS was built for 950 and it will be at 877; Seaton was built for 900 and it is at 701.” Elementary schools will also be faced with a surplus of spaces, and the district is moving towards a place where the number of high school graduates is equal to the number of kindergarten kids coming in. “We have approximately 550 kindergarten students coming in, with about 750 Grade 12 students leaving,” said Rundell. “It impacts funding but it also impacts the choices at secondary schools, making a difference in the number
of courses offered. It doesn’t paint a bright picture of ever returning to 10,000 students in our district.” While there will be a decrease in funding from the ministry, the district is currently in funding protection and “buffered” from the loss of students for this school year only. The recently announced provincial budget will result in many school boards across the province having to make difficult decisions, said Hoffman. “After reviewing the budget, the BCSTA said school boards will not be funded for cost pressures,” he said. Cost pressures include rising costs such as MSP, pension and utility rate increases. “So we will see costs that we’ll have to fund within our existing budget in order to have a balanced budget.”
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A popular attraction for Vernon children is getting a facelift. The Regional District of North Okanagan is moving ahead with changes to the playground at Kin Beach. “Part of the upgrade will include retiring the existing merry-goround, in — Nelson the name of safety, and upgrading it to the CSA-approved Dynamo merry-go-round,” said Tannis Nelson, community development co-ordinator. “The existing playground will also be getting new crusher-chip surfacing and curbing.” The renovations are expected to start in mid-March and be completed by early to mid-April. “The playground will be closed during this time,” said Nelson.
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Budget cut challenges literacy efforts richard rolke Morning Star Staff
Ensuring North Okanagan residents embrace reading has become even more challenging. The Junction Literacy Centre has received a $30,000 cut in government funding and while programs are not at risk, the staff time required to co-ordinate these various efforts has been undermined. “It puts pressure on our ability to maintain the level of community development we have provided,” said Debbie Schiller, executive director. “It impacts our ability to expand and fill any gaps in literacy services.” The full impact of the funding cuts will come in the fall, and one employee will be reduced to part-time. Other staff will try to pick up those duties. “We won’t be able to do as much as we have done,” said Schiller. Programs themselves are not being chopped because of community partners. “We want to maintain a high level of outreach,” said Schiller of the initiatives targeted towards toddlers, school-aged children and families. “We need to ensure a highly literate population. It stimulates the economy and reduces crime. The impact of literacy is huge.” Efforts are underway to replace the $30,000, which makes up 10 per cent of the Junction’s overall budget. “I’m writing grant applications so we can
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Amy Doylend (left), literacy outreach co-ordinator, and Debbie Schiller, executive director, are concerned a $30,000 budget cut will impact the Junction Literacy Centre’s ability to provide services. make sure we can get through this year,” said Schiller. Possible revenue generators are charging for some workshops or hosting a major fundraiser. Drawing on reserves or a line of credit may also be needed. The $30,000 the Junction received from
the government came via Decoda Literacy Solutions, a non-profit agency that supports literacy in B.C. Decoda’s funding from the Ministry of Education has gone from $2.5 million to $1 million a year. Brenda LeClair, Decoda chief executive
officer, says a tough decision had to be made and some community groups could not be assisted. “We can’t keep the network going at $1 million,” she said. The groups selected for funds were based on specific external funding available to Decoda and the terms of those grants. “We are working hard to find solutions. For me, this is unacceptable,” said LeClair of not assisting the Junction and other groups. “What’s happening in Vernon (with literacy) is exceptional and changing lives.” The Ministry of Education states that a change in funding literacy programs was necessary because of a challenging economy and the need to emphasize core services. “In the Ministry of Education’s case, that means increased focus on early classroombased intervention for children who are struggling with reading,” said Jacqueline van Dyk, director of libraries and literacy branch, in a letter to the Junction. Van Dyk goes on to say that Decoda drew down reserves last year to maintain literacy co-ordination at a level that is unsustainable without additional funding partners. “I assure you that the literacy of B.C.’s children, youth and adults continues to be of great importance to this government and continues to receive our attention and support, now and in the future.” Beyond the $1 million, a Ministry of Education spokesperson says Decoda got $500,000, plus $800,000 from other ministries.
VTA president appeals for needs-based budget Continued from A1 Inclusion of the previous year’s appropriated surplus of $6,214,450 is brought forward and presumed to be spent and committed in this fiscal year, primarily in the supplies and services category. “So we’re looking at no growth and no additional funding for the coming year,” said Hoffman. “We made the decision to short-spend $592,492 but now we have to replace it. We can’t depend on short-spending this amount perpetually. To find that for the 2013/14 year means budget reduction. Hoping to have money left over to fund subsequent years is not effective. “This is not an unfamiliar tune to us, as all but one year we have had to cut back. I think we have to begin to plan how we recover $2.2 million. We are in a collective bargaining environment, and we don’t know how this is
going to play out. Special needs enrolment is also increasing, so we incur more costs but we’re not going to get any more money. “We always think that at some point the ministry will say, ‘we have some good ideas for you.’ Once again we are going to have to reduce our budget to balance it, and I know it won’t be the most pleasant of tasks but we are all veterans at it.” VTA president Kevin Bader said it’s widely recognized that B.C.’s education budget is chronically underfunded. “All of our strategies don’t seem to be working. Targeted funding for new initiatives do not mean additional funding but trustees need to make room for these initiatives,” he said. “The upcoming election seems to me the only small light on the horizon. “I’m appealing to the board to have a voice. When campaigning for election, five of you said you would support
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Failing grade for office Katherine MortiMer Morning Star Staff
As the Vernon School District welcomes a sparkling new Vernon Secondary School, its board office is long overdue for a face lift. Wally Neumann, with MQN Architects, has presented the firm’s report on the condition of the board’s administration buildings on 15th Street. “The building was originally constructed in 1972 and since then there have been only minor renovations as well as the addition of portables to supplement added staff requirements,” said Neumann. He said that many systems are failing or have reached their useful life. The HVAC system is in particularly bad shape, with the roof-top units likely the oldest on any school facility in the Okanagan. Every other district has managed to replace this vintage roof-top unit, for which parts have not been available for about five years. “So kudos to John (Tompson, maintenance supervisor) and his team for keeping them running for as long as they have,” said Neumann. The heating system is so inefficient that many staff members supplement with their own space heaters. In addition, carbon dioxide levels increase
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The Vernon School District administration complex on 15th Street was constructed in 1972 and there are concerns about the physical condition. under high occupancy levels, while energy is wasted under low occupancy conditions. “The facility does not meet today’s standards for energy consumption or conservation. It’s not a good work environment,” said Neumann. Other deficiencies are those of function, where work areas are determined by existing available space and not by functional requirements. There is a lack of organized and accessible storage space. The poor layout of the office means difficulty in communication between staff members. The portables that were added were approved by the City of Vernon on a temporary permit, which Neumann said has likely expired and could be rescinded. “There is also a lack of professional appearance because things that look like they are just temporary from 40
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years ago to now shows that investment has not been put into this board office,” said Neumann. “In addition, there are no washrooms available to staff in portables or in the board room.” As well, there are a number of B.C. Building Code deficiencies, including the existing floor fire separation, the exit stairwell and handicap accessibility. “We are a public building so it becomes very important, but because this is an older building, these things have been grandfathered,” said Neumann. “Access for the disabled to the various buildings could become an issue in that there is either poor or no access for persons with mobility restrictions. This includes washrooms in particular, but even the public entrance does not comply with current requirements.” And, while there is asbestos in the basement flooring, it is contained and could easily be dealt with during an upgrade. “Imp l e m e nt at i o n
of the renovations will provide significant improvements to the operating efficiencies in the board office,” said Neumann. “The efficiencies will be evident in lower energy and maintenance costs, but should also improve overall staff efficiency and morale. “Improved air quality, staff integration, meeting facilities, washrooms and space utilization will be more difficult to measure, but should be noticeable. “The status quo will leave this facility as the highest energy cost, lowest air quality building in the district.” Board chairperson Bill Turanski said when Premier Christy Clark was minister of education, she visited Vernon and had lunch with trustees at the board office. “She said this is the worst board office she’d ever seen,” said Turanski. “But the ministry hasn’t funded renovations to a board office for about 30 years.”
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A Vernon resident will play a role in one of B.C.’s largest sports organizations. Donna Mihalcheon has been named to the B.C. Games Society board of directors. Mihalcheon is a chartered accountant with BDO Canada and she was the administration director for the Greater Vernon B.C. Winter Games. She has been a soccer and Mihalcheon ringette coach and was head coach for Team B.C. ringette at the Canada Winter Games in Whitehorse, Yukon. Mihalcheon has also been involved with the Vernon Ringette Society, Vernon Winter Carnival and the Vernon Women’s Transition House.
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B.C. must invest more in post-secondary education if it’s to prepare for the future. That was the message from Michelle Mungall, NDP advanced education critic, during a stop at Vernon’s Okanagan College campus Friday. “We are looking at a skilled labour shortage and the only way to address it is post-secondary education,” said Mungall, MLA for Nelson-Creston. “Where this will be most keenly felt is the trades. Most economists say we need to increase funding for post-secondary education.” Mungall blasted the new Liberal budget, which she says will cut $46 million to colleges and universities over three years. She says the reductions come despite lobbying from institutions such as Okanagan College. “The people on the ground working with students are completely ignored by this government,” she said. But Mungall is reluctant to say how an NDP government would invest in post-secondary education until the province’s overall financial figures can be crunched. “It’s premature to go into what the platform will be.” But, according to Mungall, the NDP would hike support for the financial needs program by raising the corporate capital tax from zero to two or three per cent. Mungall says the Liberals reduced the corporate capital tax to try and foster employment, but that hasn’t happened and there is a need for that money to assist students. “The banking sector is one that most needs an educated workforce.”
“Most economists say we need to increase funding for post-secondary education.” — Michelle Mungall
While at the college, Mungall learned about the Vernon Students Association’s food bank, which provides help to students who are cash-strapped. “Some of the stories are heart-breaking,” said Eric Reist, association general manager. Reist added that many students are trying to juggle school with work and, in some cases, raising families. “The stress levels are increasing.” With tuition increasing in recent years, Reist says he doesn’t blame Okanagan College because it is facing financial pressure. “We need greater levels of (government) funding for post-secondary education,” he said. “The government says it’s about investing in the future but they are cutting post-secondary education. How do you reconcile these two things?” Another issue that was discussed was how to get more young adults voting, particularly in this May’s provincial election. “There’s a lack of understanding and feeling in the process,” said Mungall. Mungall would like to see the election rules changed so 16 and 17-year-olds can go through a provisional voter registration. “Once they are 18, they are already on the voters’ list and Elections B.C. starts reaching out to them automatically,” she said.
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City gets behind starling control program richard rolke Morning Star Staff
Vernon’s support for starling control has taken flight.
Council has agreed to provide $13,000 in 2013 for the valley-wide initiative that attempts to control the invasive
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Catherine Lord. Starlings are also known to be an urban pest, nesting on building ledges and in warehouses, dryer vents and birdhouses. Development moves ahead Vernon council has given two readings to bylaws that would allow for a 214-unit residential complex at 6468 Okanagan Landing Road. Officials say the mix
of townhouses, fourplexes and apartments supports the waterfront plan and will support the provision of infrastructure for the area. “It’s smart growth,” said Coun. Brian Quiring. “It’s a variety of housing types. It’s a win for the community because they will be preserving the wetland there.” Eighty-eight of the units will have the sale price set at 15 per cent below the appraised value to encourage attainable housing. A public hearing will be held at a future date. City pursues park’s future The City of Vernon will represent the inter-
ests of residents wanting to save a park. Some residents recently lobbied council to maintain Heritage Park because there is the possibility the Vernon School District could sell the Bella Vista site. “It should come up at our board to board discussions,” said Coun. Mary-Jo O’Keefe of an upcoming session between council and the school district. The school district purchased the land years ago as a potential school site but it’s never been developed and has been leased to the regional district for park. The school district recently designated it surplus.
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into 2013. Because sewer treatment and lift station maintenance costs were lower than projected, the overall sewer surplus was $29,628. All 2012 capital projects, valued at $2.4 million, were finished other than the residential water meter project. City reserves dipped from $5.1 million to $4 million, mostly due to the purchase of the Heaton Place units. “Reserve levels at the end of 2012 are adequate for most sub-reserve categories,” wrote Martens. “However, the building replacement and water subreserves are low for the anticipated long-term projects that they will fund, and will certainly require bolstering in the coming years.” The total accumulated surplus for Armstrong increased by $397,000 in 2012, but that surplus is not part of the city’s reserve funds. “The audited financial statements will be presented to council in the spring and will be subjected to formal approval,” said Martens.
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A fixture around the Vernon Fire Department is preparing for new challenges. Kim Bolton retired Friday after a 35-year career as a firefighter with the department. “I never once woke up and said that I didn’t want to go to work,” he said. He began as a volunteer firefighter in 1976 and was hired on as a career firefighter in 1977. When he started, there were no computers, just electric typewriters. A ticker tape would come into the department when someone pulled the alarm on a red call box fire alarm. The ticker tape would indicate where the alarm was and tell the firefighters where the blaze was. “From a technical point of view, the changes have been dramatic,” said Bolton, adding that there are now even computers in the trucks.
Bolton is also impressed by the level of training provided now. “When people come to the job, they already have the extrication, hazmat and firefighter one and two courses on their resumes. The department is moving ahead in a positive way,” he said. “Training wasn’t funded before, in the early days.” Among Bolton’s most memorable fires are the Ellison Hotel, Trinity United Church, Sun Valley Sports and the Bulman Cannery blaze, which was two blocks wide. He also assisted with the 2003 fire storm in Kelowna. With retirement underway, Bolton plans to spend time with his grandchildren in Lake Country and Kamloops. He also plans to travel to Australia next year with wife Deb.
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The use of Armstrong’s centennial logo is reaching beyond B.C.’s borders. Council unanimously approved a request from former resident René Hackstetter, who now lives in Midland, Ont., to use the 100th anniversary logo in a commemorative series of historic re-editions of postcards of Armstrong. “I grew up in Armstrong and like to call this place my original home,” wrote Hackstetter in his request letter. Hackstetter has produced many series of similar postcards for the Midland museum. He has also written historical articles about Armstrong. “The postcards are meant to be instructive, promotional and to afford pleasure to those who live here, visit or have an interest in the area.” Hackstetter plans to donate some of his postcards to the Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum. “I just think it’s really cool that he now lives in Ontario, has received information on Homecoming
100 (set for July 6-8) and has expressed interest in being part of it and promoting it,” said Coun. Shirley Fowler of Hackstetter’s request. Council also gave unanimous approval to the Asparagus Community Theatre (ACT) to use the logo on promotional material for a musical commissioned by ACT that tells the story of how Armstrong came to be. The production, titled All About The People, is slated to run June 26 to July 7. City council also gave unanimous support to Armstrong Wine and Brew Ltd. to use the centennial logo on customers’ wine labels. After Coun. John Trainor questioned if council would ever say no to a request for using the centennial logo on promotional material, Coun. Ryan Nitchie explained that samples of the product with the logo must be submitted in any application before it gets approved by council. “We want to see what people’s intent are with the logo,” said Nitchie. “If it’s not appropriate, then we can not allow it or approve it.”
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see the City of Vernon is considering an antiidling bylaw for next year, and for all the right reasons. “It’s an environmental issue,” said Coun. Catherine Lord, and rightly so of people who leave their motor running in front of stores or schools or at home or..... “Reductions in vehicle emissions benefit the community through air quality improvements,” said Clint Kanester, bylaw enforcement manager, in his report to council for consideration. Again, he’s right. The inversions we get, especially in the winter time, that create poor air quality in the first place, don’t need the added mix of more than what’s necGlenn Mitchell essary from whatever comes out of the back of our respective tailpipes. And again, Lord is right when she says “we need a public awareness campaign on this” issue. However, I would argue let’s ditch the bylaw idea, which would include fines that could range from $250 to $10,000 (not sure what it would take to get dinged that much), and just go with the public awareness campaign. It would be much cheaper, less paperwork, and less upsetting to the average citizen who should know better anyway. And then there’s the enforcement aspect. We seem to like to write laws these days for the betterment of all mankind, maybe enforce them for awhile, realize that might not be the best approach for a lot of reasons (like expensive and cumbersome to enforce), and then just hope people take care and use some kind of commonsense to get them through life relatively safely and unscathed. Like the bike helmet law. It seemed like a good idea at the time. Of course, everybody should wear their helmet while cycling, the consequences of not doing so
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and getting in an accident are not hard to grasp, especially for our kids. And initially there was enforcement but these days I would say, and I have no facts to back this up admittedly, there is a significant number of people who don’t don a helmet, old and young alike, knowing the likelihood of a fine is virtually nil and the other risk is also fairly small. Now this does upset me because I do believe they should wear them for their own good, but that doesn’t mean I believe they should turn up the screws on enforcement. There are more pressing issues out there, frankly, people should just use common sense, and maybe a public awareness campaign would help but the bottom line is personal responsibility, which obviously comes up short sometimes for all of us but hopefully the effort is there more than it’s not. The same goes for idling. I try not to do it more than I have to. Even in the winter. Hey, it’s usually warm just before I get to work so..... I actually go into my bank more than I use the drive-thru, and the same goes for fast-food, although yes when I’m in a hurry, which is too often, I’m there. Which brings me to a story. A couple years ago a driver in front of me at the drive-thru stopped and started their vehicle at least five times, and it was a fast line – I swear at least a couple times the turnaround time was mere seconds. Although the intent was noble, I couldn’t help but think of the toll on the car, and likely the environment with all the starting and stopping (although, again I’m no expert) going on, wasn’t helping the cause. The irony wasn’t lost on me as I thought if you’re that environmentally conscious in the first place, maybe you should have parked it and walked into the restaurant. But, of course, they were likely in a hurry too and who am I to be self-righteous? However, what I will say is that on that day I never thought to myself “there oughtta be a bylaw” – one way or the other.
In 2009, then-premier Gordon Campbell stated, “There is no skill more fundamental than literacy, and the people who are helping B.C. become the most literate jurisdiction on the continent deserve recognition.” That goal has gone off course given that the current government has slashed funding for literacy programs across the province, including $30,000 for Vernon’s Junction Literacy Centre. “The challenging economic climate has required many government ministries to review their budgets and focus on core services,” states Jacqueline van Dyk, with the Ministry of Education, in a letter to the Junction. Everyone is well aware of the impact the recession has had on finances, particularly for nonprofit agencies. But the demand for services isn’t going away, which means the Junction is having to do more with less. In this case, the $30,000 takes away from Junction’s ability to co-ordinate programs. Without that administrative structure in place, providing programs is undermined and that could be devastating for children and families. Not willing to raise the white flag, Junction staff are pursuing other funding sources, including turning to the community, which already generously supports a range of literacy initiatives. But that’s a common theme with the government — downloading on to communities to fulfill the responsibilities abandoned by Victoria. Current government officials insist the economy of the future depends on a highly educated workforce. But that goal will be increasingly difficult to achieve if some children can’t access muchneeded literacy programs. It is time for the government to reconsider its strategy and take action.
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hile the proposed track and field complex is a worthy addition to the community, there are other sporting facility issues that must be considered as well. First is the state of the Civic and Priest Valley arenas. The lifespan of both, particularly the Civic, is nearing its useful end. Priest Valley, with its single row of seating, is an embarrassment. Is there a plan in place to deal with replacing these aging facilities, and if so, what is it? Next is the pool. With its well documented issues, it too has seen its time come. The above question applies here as well. This is why the formation of the North Okanagan Sports Society could not come at a better time, albeit a little late.
helping haiti As a Canadian who has been working in Haiti for the last two years, I was deeply disappointment and incensed to read that the Canadian government has moved to suspend new aid to that country. As has been the case for many years, aid to Haitians is apparently again conditional upon their doing what our and other donor countries’ politicians and bureaucrats want, which is always for them to open their doors to allow our businesses access to their country’s resources and markets. We also claim the right to meddle in their internal affairs. The results have always been devastating to Haiti, recently driving it from being the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere to being designated by the World Bank as the poorest country in the world. The comments of Canada’s international co-operation minister, subsequent to his brief visit to Haiti in November, demonstrate his lack of understanding of (or refusal to acknowledge) the issues facing that country. He trotted out the well-worn clichés about the weakness and corruption of the Haitian government. Does he not understand that a government without money can do little? Certainly a federal government minister must know that. Is he unaware that virtually all of the aid money was diverted to other governments, NGOs and private contractors, with less than one per cent made available to Haiti’s government? I have found the view from Haiti very different than the view from Canada. Canada’s official take on events in Haiti seems always to be aligned with the views of the country’s tiny wealthy elite. However
Before a referendum should be held pertaining to the track and field, a plan needs to be put in place to deal with all of Vernon's aging facilities. Yes, this is going to cost a significant amount of money, but the time has come to pay the piper after years of sweeping the facilities issue under the rug. I'm willing to pay my share. And the location? Kin Race Track. It's time to put the ponies out to pasture. Having a complete recreation complex here makes sense for a host of reasons. After looking all over British Columbia, we chose to move here. But the harsh reality is that Vernon's sporting facilities are a sad state of affairs. It's time to get on with it. Mike casagrande
what is portrayed in Canada as helpful is not necessarily seen that way by the more than 90 per cent of Haitians who daily struggle to survive. The solutions to Haiti’s problems are far from simple. Made in Canada solutions simply will not work. Only through meaningful consultation with the Haitian people (not just the national government, the wealthy elite, and aid organizations) will initiatives that truly address the needs of the people be developed. I hope against hope that the minister and his department will realize this and redirect Canada’s aid money toward this end. However, I see little reason for optimism. Canada and other donor countries have rarely deemed it necessary to consult Haitians as to what they believe they need; I see no real indication they intend to change their tack. Despite our government giving lip service to change from time to time, the core of Canada’s foreign aid policy has remained unaltered for many years. Canadian aid is structured to benefit Canada first and foremost, and when taxpayers take notice that the poor are not being helped in proportion to the tax dollars being expended, the victims are branded as lazy, obstructive and corrupt. But as I look into the faces of those with whom I have shared my life for the last two years, faces weathered by work and the burden of a Haitian's life, I cannot stand in judgment of Haitians. Rather, I stand in awe of their indomitable spirit, their amazing resourcefulness, their persistent resilience and their unwavering hope in the face of
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ongoing adversity and tragedy. Haitians know what they want — a chance to determine their own future. They simply lack the resources to achieve that dream. They certainly warrant our aid to achieve a reasonable standard of living, but they deserve much more. They deserve a different social order, one that does not contribute to and exacerbate their poverty. Barry procter hospital Beds Mr. Foster, as my MLA, I would like to know what plans to complete Vernon Jubilee Hospital, as promised, have been included in the budget presented recently? I am sure all citizens in Vernon and area would appreciate an article by yourself in The Morning Star to present us with the good news. gord harris Bylaw infraction I am writing to comment on a two pictures in the Feb. 17 issue of The Morning Star. On page A3, there is a picture titled, "Winter Warmth" with the caption, "A number of people have been out walking dogs and soaking up the winter sun at popular places such as Kin Beach." On page A29, there is another picture, "Enjoying the Sun," with a local resident with his dogs at Kin Beach. I recollect that at Kin Beach, there are a number of very prominent signs saying, "No Dogs on the Beach." In previous years, you have had pictures
of dogs at Cosens Beach and at other beach in the Vernon area. Most of these beaches are signed, "No Dogs on the Beach." Is The Morning Star actively promoting disobedience and disrespect for the law of the land? It is my impression that people who show disrespect for the law by having dogs in prohibited areas, or by letting dogs run freely when there are signs that dogs must be on leash, fail to pick up after their dogs, and leave behind them presents for the rest of us to enjoy. V.e. Merchant
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musical event planned for the summer. More than 40 people attended a town hall-style information meeting on the first Okanagan Tattoo, set for Saturday, Aug. 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wesbild Centre. A musical tattoo is a demonstration of military drumming, piping and skills. It’s called a tattoo because when the British Army was fighting in Belgium 300 years ago, soldiers were called in from the pubs each night for curfew, or ‘Doe den tap toe,’
Dutch for ‘turn off the tap.’ “The evening went very well with the biggest benefit being a number of the performing groups got to meet each other that had not met before,” said Norm Crerar of the Kalamalka Highlanders Pipe Band Society, who is a cochairperson for the Okanagan Tattoo organizing committee. The event is slated to bring together pipe bands from Vernon, Shuswap, Kamloops, Kelowna and Penticton, high-
land, Ukrainian and Sikh dance groups as well as drummers. A Vernon choir, the RCMP and First Responders have also expressed interest in taking part, as has the Vernon Army Camp Summer Training Centre with its pipe and brass bands, and drill team, under the direction of drill master Capt. Kelly March from the Shuswap, who also serves on the Okanagan Tattoo organizing committee. The committee has received $15,000
in funding from the Regional District of North Okanagan and the B.C. Winter Games legacy fund, and are looking to raise another $15,000 for the event through sponsorship. A website devoted to the event – www. okanagantatto o.ca – has been launched and is in operation for anyone requiring more information. Crerar has visions of turning the oneday event into a fiveday affair, similar to a long-running tattoo in Nova Scotia.
Council assists boxing provincials RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Council support wasn’t a unanimous decision. Mayor Rob Sawatzky was the lone opponent when Vernon council approved a $250 sponsorship for the 2013 Bronze Gloves amateur boxing tournament. “Medical associations are opposed to boxing because of its affect on the human brain,” said Sawatzky, a retired physician.
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“I can’t divorce myself from my medical profession.” However, the sponsorship was unanimous among the rest of Sawatzky’s colleagues. “This is a chance to support a substantial event. There is a tourism component,” said Coun. Patrick Nicol. Bronze Gloves, which is sanctioned by Boxing B.C., will be held at the Vernon Recreation Complex March 8 and 9. Stamboulieh “In 2011 and 2012, the CounterPunch Boxing Club mounted successful tournaments, including the Golden Gloves, in the auditorium, with estimated audiences of between 500 and 700 people attending this disciplined sport in a family atmosphere,” said Tony Stamboulieh, CounterPunch’s head coach. “Boxing has a long tradition in Vernon with two boxing clubs.”
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Rescue effort recognized and save the woman. Black Press “I just find it incredible that Lake Country’s top police random people travelling on the officer will be recommending highway in those same condiheroism and bravery awards to tions all attempted to rescue this as many as 10 people after inves- woman.” tigating a fatal car accident that Among the seven to 10 resiclaimed the life of a Salmon Arm dents who ended up entering the woman last December. frigid waters of Wood The accident Lake were a 60-yearoccurred along old man from Salmon Highway 97 near the Arm, a 40-year-old Swiss Lodge when the from Kelowna, a woman lost control of female truck driver, her vehicle in snowy two police officers and and cold conditions, the deputy fire chief plummeted into Wood from Lake Country. Lake and quickly subRempel said he Scott Rempel merged. will be forwarding his Sgt. Scott Rempel report on the accident said several individuals put their and a recommendation for bravown lives at risk in trying to save ery and heroism awards through the woman, including a 30-year- RCMP channels and eventualold female banker who was first ly to the governor general and on the scene. the Royal Canadian Humane “This woman dove into the Association. water and went to the bottom of “This was a random group the lake at least four times to try of people that came together kevin parnell
moments before the official responders could get there,” said Rempel. “They went above and beyond and risked their own lives in trying to save this woman. It was amazing.” After four trips to the bottom of the lake, the first woman on scene was finally able to break the window, but she could not remove the submerged victim. A chain was eventually fastened to the vehicle and it was moved towards the shore, but not in time to save the woman’s life. Rempel said the actions of the folks trying to save a life need to be recognized. “It certainly restores my faith in humanity and is really touching.” The process to be awarded heroism awards through the RCMP can take up to two years. Rempel said many of the people involved are still suffering posttraumatic stress.
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Development of a community gathering place in Grindrod has been given a significant boost. The Grindrod Recreation Association has received $20,000 from the Southern Interior Beetle Action Coalition for a new community hall in Grindrod Park. “It’s great news,” said Herman Halvorson, with the association. SIBAC’s goal is to sustain and strengthen communities Halvorson impacted by pine beetle damage, and director Eugene Foisy believes the Grindrod project fits the mandate. “The hall will be a great benefit for the community,” said Foisy. “There are logging companies that want to use the hall for training and the Kamloops Okanagan Dairymen’s Association wants to use the facility.”
The $20,000 is already earmarked. “It will allow us to order what’s needed for the kitchen — the cabinets and cupboards,” said Halvorson. The total cost of the hall construction is about $400,000 and $100,000 is still needed to wrap up the work. “We have grants pending with Western Diversification, the Southern Interior Development Initiative Trust and other agencies,” said Halvorson. Donations from residents, service clubs and businesses are also being sought. “We are always welcoming support,” said Halvorson. The association decided to construct a new facility because the existing hall was built in 1905 and is in poor condition. The association hopes the new hall will become a focal point for community activities and support economic development by hosting special events. To support the fundraising campaign, call Halvorson at 250-838-7407 or Lindsay Kibbe at 250-838-6096.
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Patients with chronic disease, frail seniors, and those with mental illness and substance use issues will benefit from new or expanded programming. Three areas receiving funds in Vernon include addressing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, assisting seniors to remain at home and providing mental health clients with access to physician services. “The projects are community-based and have the common goal of improving a patient’s quality of life and keeping people out of the hospital,” said Eric Foster, Vernon-Monashee MLA. The Interior Health Authority has hired a respiratory therapist to work with COPD patients in the community, to manage symptoms and help avoid unnecessary hospital visits. There will also be a role for expanded rehabilitation efforts and education. The Home First initiative will help keep seniors who may be destined for residential care or at risk of hospitalization at home a little longer, through
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Vernon’s technological and entrepreneurial spirit is being celebrated. Startup Week Okanagan runs until March 10 and it combines music, education, art, entertainment, business and technology. “The tech sector in the Okanagan is growing at a rapid pace and this type of event will help build on the already vibrant entrepreneurial eco system
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Starling control controversy takes flight ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
The City of Armstrong’s decision to continue funding the starling control program came with some opposition. Council voted to spend its portion – $1,093 – of the B.C. Grapegrowers’ Association’s $25,000 request to continue funding support for the program. But Coun. Ryan Nitchie was the only member opposed, especially after the City of Enderby voted to withdraw its financial support from the function. “Starlings don’t know electoral areas very well in terms of boundaries,” deadpanned Nitchie. “Because we went into
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this as a group (Regional District of North Okanagan) recognizing the regional significance of this issue, we’ve all been participating. “I don’t oppose the program, I don’t disagree with that. I just wish all of the partners would participate.”
Coun. John Trainor said the starlings don’t just bother grape growers, but can often be found around agricultural feed lots. “It’s unfortunate Enderby dropped out but it’s a worthwhile program,” said Trainor. “For a small donation, I would hate to see it go by the wayside. And I don’t think I’ve seen as many starlings as I used to. “Whether it’s the program or not, I don’t know, but it can’t hurt. They’re nasty little beasts.” The Township of Spallumcheen voted to continue its funding support, and will pay $1,482.
Former RDNO administrator moves south Morning Star Staff
The Regional District of Central Okanagan’s new chief administrative officer is no stranger to the area. Brian Reardon, who begins his duties with RDCO April 15, is the former administrator of the Regional District of North Okanagan. “I am thrilled to be given this incredible opportunity to work with the Central Okanagan regional board, its staff and its regional partners in building upon its success as a recognized leader in regional Brian Reardon governance and in creating a healthy, sustainable region,” he said. “I look forward to working with the board, and with staff
to ensure the board’s strategic objectives are achieved and find new ways to strengthen the regional federation.” The position of CAO became available when Harold Reay retired. The position has been held interim by Paul Macklem for a year. “Mr. Reardon is very familiar with the Okanagan and has excellent leadership credentials,” said Robert Hobson, RDCO chairperson. “His combination of experience in the regional district form of government, along with his leadership talent, makes him the perfect fit as the person to head our organization for the years ahead.” For the past five years, Reardon has been administrative leader of the Strathcona Regional District on Vancouver Island.
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Nearly 14,000 votes were cast, with Squires claiming nearly half – giving the neighbourhood pub bragging rights to having the best burger in town. Sir Winston’s Churchill Burger took second place followed by The 1882 from Kal Sports Bar and Grill. Other participating restaurants and pubs included: Checkers Pub, Red Robin, Alexanders Beach Pub, Bourbon Street Bar and Grill, The Bulldog, Boston Pizza and Phoenix Steakhouse. “It’s the biggest contest we’ve ever done online and we thank the readers/customers and restaurants for taking part,” said Ian Jensen, Morning Star publisher, adding that similar contests will continue at vernonmorningstar.com. “This got the whole community involved.” And the winning creation comes from an establishment that has 27-year-old roots in the community. “We have very loyal customers,” said Serry Massoud, Squires owner, attributing the win to both the local and distant customers (votes came in from as far as Vancouver) as well as the “family” of staff. The Squires burger is a popular item on the menu. “I have (from sale numbers) over 400 sold for the slowest month of the year, which is
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Squires Four executive chef Nik Martselos gets the flames roaring as he prepares a winning Squires burger – which has been voted the best burger in town through The Morning Star’s online contest. January,” said Tamara Hill, director of operations, adding that the number doesn’t include Squires’ burger and beer Sunday special. With a chuckle, executive chef Nik Martselos adds: “We’re going to try to beat McDonald’s.” Even despite preparing and cooking so many burgers each day, Martselos admits that even he has a hard time resisting the burger. “Once in a while I have one because they look so good,” said Martselos, who generally tries to stick to salads. The secret to the suc-
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cessful burger includes a variety of factors, including freshness. The kitchen staff hand prepares and forms 120 to 150 patties twice a week from fresh beef, which is 84 to 86 per cent lean. “One of the most important things is the quality of meat,” said Martselos. “And we’re using AAA Alberta grain-fed quality meat.”
The six-ounce patty, packed with a secret Squires spice, is charbroiled to perfection and made to order. It’s virtually the exact same recipe Squires used back in 1986 when it first opened. “If it’s not broken you don’t need to fix it,” said Massoud, adding that the portion can fill a truck driver’s appetite and is a popular item
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A provincial media personality has paired up with Silver Star Mountain Resort to host this year’s Wine Tasting Extravaganza. Global BC’s Wesla Wong will host the event, which is part of the third annual Wine & Dine Weekend set for March 8 and 9. “The Okanagan Valley has achieved international renown for its excellent wines and exciting tourism,” said Wong, meteorologist for Global BC. “What better way to enjoy some of the region’s best wines than sipping après ski at the Okanagan’s best mountain resort.” Tasting seminars are offered Friday and Saturday at 3:30 p.m., both led by Sommelier Sean Coward, food and beverage director at Silver Star. Friday features Pairing Wine and Chocolate, and Saturday learn to Taste Like a Pro. Sessions are held in the Silver Grill Steak & Chop House. Tickets are $20 per seminar and registration is limited. The weekend’s main event, The Wine Tasting Extravaganza takes place March 9 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 in the village’s
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rants,” said Milli Cann, guest relations and environment manager. “The atmosphere is casual and fun and guests will have the chance to bid on an
incredible selection of silent auction items, in support of our Silver Star Relay for Life Team and the Canadian Cancer Society.” Priced at $34 per person, the Extravaganza offers wine tasting and food pairings and a $10 voucher for the Silver Grill Steak & Chop House. Also taking place at Silver Star this month is a unique St. Patrick’s Day celebration for Nordic skiers with the famed Fire & Ice Dinner Tour March 16. Young skiers and boarders of all levels can take advantage of the Spring Break Camps March 19-23 or March 26-30. The Star also hosts the BC Freestyle Championship March 21-23, where elite skiers and boarders will show off their skills on the mountain. “With so many new experiences for families to enjoy, Silver Star is the perfect place to celebrate Spring Break,” said resort services manager, Robin Baycroft. “They say locals know best and this year Silver Star won the Readers’ Choice Award for Best Family Ski Resort from Okanagan Life magazine.”
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An aquatic habitat index for Kalamalka and Wood lakes has now been completed by the Okanagan Conser vation Collaborative Program. While residents have expressed a desire to preserve and protect the lakes, baseline data to support these goals has not been readily available until now. “Development of an aquatic habitat index represents a progressive and proactive approach to managing both lakes and the lake foreshore specifically,” said Susan Latimer, project manager for the OCCP. The index uses foreshore and inventory mapping data and other data (fisheries information, riparian width, terrestrial ecosystem information and modifications such as docks and retaining walls) to develop and rank the sensitivity of the shoreline and upland areas within 50 metres of the shoreline. “This index can be used to compare the ecological or aquatic sensitivity of a particular lake shoreline area within the lake to other shoreline areas within each lake, but not between lakes,” said Latimer. “Projects creating this type of index have also been undertaken for other large lakes in other areas of the province and they provide a useful tool for senior government agencies and local governments to be able to assess relative foreshore values.” Latimer says the aquatic habitat index can be used to develop shoreline policy, zone foreshore areas and direct development away from sensitive areas. “It can also be used to direct restoration efforts,” she said. “All levels of government can use this information to ensure
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The North Okanagan is about to get pink’d. The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – B.C. region challenges individuals, businesses, schools, or community groups across Canada to Get Pink’d! on Thursday in support of a future without breast cancer. Equally a team building opportunity and a fundraising initiative, Get Pink’d! is a chance for participants to break away from everyday attire by simply wearing pink and dressing casually. For a minimum $5 donation, participants will receive a Get Pink’d! button to wear proudly to show their support for the breast cancer cause. With International Women’s Day the day after Get Pink’d!, it’s the perfect occasion to celebrate the women in your life. “A highlight of Get Pink’d! for many is the mere pleasure of dressing casually on a Thursday as an addition to the standard casual Friday,” said Wendy Slavin, CEO, B.C. region. “The initiative provides a fun, interactive way for co-workers, teams or friends to come together
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Monday, March 4th, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Where: Council Chambers, 4144 Spallumcheen Way Why: To receive input on the Five Year Financial Plan (2013 Budget), and the 2013 Capital Expenditure Program. A short presentation will be made on the year 2013 Financial Plan and Capital Expenditure Program. Spallumcheen residents will be able to ask questions and provide input into these documents. Budget summary handouts will be available. Drop off or mail entry to the Morning Star, 4407 - 25th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1P5. Draw deadline is Monday, March 18 at 4 pm
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Stuart neely (above), head of high performance with the Whitecaps Soccer Academy, goes over instructions for a drill during a recent training session at the vantageOne indoor Soccer centre. left: connor Glennon and lydia Wood chase down a loose ball during a scrimmage.
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Caps schooling soccer students end of January. There is also an academy for players from all over Thompson Okanagan that goes Saturdays from September If drama, cafeteria or metalwork are not an elective that through March. excites high school students, there is always Soccer 101 Students from all Vernon-area schools attend the acaddown at the VantageOne Indoor Soccer Centre. It’s a footy school which began as the Okanagan Centre emy. There were 10 international students and one from for Soccer Excellence in 2004 with 32 students. The Vancouver Island. They are split into two groups – Grade 8-9s and Grade 10-12s – and are on Vancouver Whitecaps got involved in the field for two hours every school 2008 and their head of high perforday. mance, Stuart Neely, loves what he’s The Whitecaps are jumpstarting seeing. similar academies in the Kootenays “This is obviously the better estab(Nelson), Prince George and Nanaimo, lished program,” said Neely, on a recent using the Vernon template. Neely says trip to Vernon. “It’s been around for — Stuart Neely first-time players can often turn into a while. Dave Broadhurst and Claire elite talent through the program. Paterson do a good job with the pro“You can’t turn a blind eye to that. It’s like learning to gram. We just made a statement to the pool of players today, the Grade 8s and 9s, that from my first visit to the drive a car with a gear shift for the first time. They call it last visit, there’s such a positive improvement in every gross automation for a reason because it is kind of gross, the awkwardness, the lack of co-ordination. That’s been individual.” The Whitecaps FC School Academy goes over one evident in the program here. Good athletes have a sense semester – 69 student-athletes this year – and is done the of what to do. They understand the game, they understand Kevin Mitchell
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athletics and sport in general.” For the most part, the academy attracts Rep players who eye a university scholarship or aspire to play professionally. Vernon’s Connor Glennon of the academy certainly got the Whitecaps Soccer Academy’s attention. The 13-yearold winger/striker enjoyed a week-long residency program experience at Simon Fraser University in January. Glennon led the EA Sports B.C. Soccer Premier League with eight goals last year and then helped Team B.C. win the Western Canadian Under 13 Boys Soccer Championships in Winnipeg. “Most of the time I was with the U16s and it was extremely fast,” said Glennon. “Down there, the ball is really moving and there is a one-two touch more. I thought I did pretty good, considering I was two years younger.” Glennon said he ate nutritious meals, studied four hours a day, got in some fitness and skills work and played and trained. “The coaching was excellent,” said Glennon. “They taught us how to play quick through gaps in the defenders and that we have to play quick.”
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irst pro jersey I bought was a powder blue and white Pittsburgh Penguins’ beauty. Cost me $25 and it only took about two weeks to arrive in the East Hill from Doug Laurie Sports in Maple Leaf Gardens. It was No. 26, worn by Syl Apps, who was a highscoring centre with the Pens from 1970-76. Wore it a few times and then shelved it when I finally starting growing, about age 21. Fast forward a few decades and Vernon minor hockey product Eric Godard is playing in Pittsburgh (he retired in November), where his girlfriend Myrika Schipfel, pretty much runs the Penguin wives charity foundation events. Myrika used to work in our sales department and is a gem of a Kevin Mitchell lady. Much smaller than me. Gave her the jersey which fit her perfectly. She had to sew up a tiny hole in the shoulder which was no big deal. Anyways, she ended up meeting Apps at a Penguin function a couple of years ago and she had him autograph the jersey. So it’s now probably worth at least 10 times what I paid back in the day which means the now Mrs. Godard owes me a Kris Letang jersey or maybe Beau Bennett. I’m sure we’ll figure something out. My brother Glenn soon copied my idea and ordered a sweet St. Louis Blues’ No. 7 Glenn, er Gary Unger road jersey. Before you knew it and Jim Sparrow, a West Vernon
kid, had a Darryl Sittler No. 27 sweater. Dave Simms, Bob Mann and other East Hillers soon got in on the jersey act. Jerseys today are everywhere. Most kids have two or three. Two big kids I know (Akbal Mund and Brian Reid) have more than 100 in their fine collections. Jerseys can be purchased at several stores and you can choose between a regular copycat for under $100 or spend all your birthday money on a pro-model, complete with stitching. In today’s pro sporting world, especially the NFL, wearing your team’s sweater to a game is all part of the game-day package. Sportsnet magazine came out this week with a special collectors edition whereby they honour the best and worst of sports fashion in The Greatest Uniforms in Sports. The special edition includes a countdown of the 30 greatest uniforms in sports, with fascinating history and images accompanying each selection. The list was created with the help of a panel of uniform design and fashion experts, including FLARE copy editor Julie LeConte, a logo archivist, and sports writers. “Uniforms matter. Talk to any sports fan and you’ll find they have passionate feelings about the tradition and identity of their favourite teams, all bound up in the colours and symbols they wear onto the field,” says Sportsnet magazine editor-in-chief Steve Maich. “That passion is what’s behind this special issue.” The list includes seven uniforms from the hockey world, seven from football, six from baseball, five from
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4 and 5. “It wasn’t without any dramatics,” said North Okanagan head coach Kris Mallette. “Kamloops came hard last night. Real hard. “We were hemmed in for a while and Dustin Nikkel made some big saves.” Blaine Caton, a 15-year-old Vernon Midget call-up, opened the Knights’ attack with five minutes to go in the first period. Linemates Mat Lambert and Brett Hawrys drew assists on the play. “Not the biggest line, but a very offensive minded line,” said Mallette of the trio. “Each time he’s (Caton) come up, he has had two or three glorious scoring opportunities.” Brett Watkinson evened the score in the opening minute of the second frame, but d-man David London pushed the Knights ahead again as he joined the rush and poked in a rebound after Matty Sarahchuk drove to the net.
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soccer, four from basketball, and one rugby uniform. Coming in at No. 1 is the Montreal Canadiens, followed by the New York Yankees. Some other Canadian favourites that made the list are the Toronto Blue Jays and Saskatchewan Roughriders. International selections include the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, FC Barcelona, and the Boston Celtics. In addition to the list of the best uniforms, The Greatest Uniforms in Sports takes a look at the worst uniforms of all time, and identifies the colour most often associated with winning.
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Shortly after a minor hockey coach was jailed for 15 days after tripping a 13-year-old Richmond boy during a post-game handshake, we had some fireworks during a KIJHL playoff game Monday night in Kamloops. The host Storm lost 6-0 to the North Okanagan Knights in Game 3 of their Junior B playoff series. Kamloops coach Brad Priestlay, a Nanaimo Clipper grad and former NHLer, and Knights’ coach Kris Mallette, an ex-Kelowna Rocket and minor-pro league enforcer, had a running conversation during the last two periods in a chippy tilt. According to the Kamloops Daily News, at the end of the second period, Priestlay’s father, Wayne, leaned over the railing and shouted at Mallette. A Knights’ fan got involved and ended up taking Priestlay to the ground. Mallette said he didn’t know the identity of the mysterious Knights’ fan, but joked to the Daily News: “It wasn’t my dad.”
Knights silence Storm for first-ever series win After four seasons of waiting, the North Okanagan Knights have earned their first-ever Kootenay International Junior Hockey League playoff series win. The Knights created a little piece of history in front of 340 fans by eliminating the Kamloops Storm 3-2 in Game 5 Thursday night at Nor-Val Sports Centre. Rookie forward Colton Thibault, joining the play late off a line change, beat netminder Wade Moyls clean with a wrister from the top of the circle for the powerplay winner with five minutes to go in regulation. The No. 1 seeded Knights will now face the No. 2 Sicamous Eagles in a best-of-seven Doug Birks Division final, with Games 1 and 2 slated for Monday and Tuesday night (7:30) at Nor-Val. After cruising to a 3-0 series lead against Kamloops, the Knights felt more resistance from the Storm in Games
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Blake Culbert answered for the Storm yet again early in the final period before Thibault put the game away. In order to have success against Sicamous, Mallette said the Knights will have to do an even better job of limiting turnovers and mistakes. “Sicamous is a team that will jump all over those mistakes and make you pay,” he said. “They’re a veteran team. We match up well with them, from goaltender out to the forwards.” The Eagles eliminated the Revelstoke Grizzlies with a 5-2 win in Game 5 Thursday night in Sicamous. ICE CHIPS: The Knights killed off 26 straight Storm powerplays in this series...North Okanagan took Kamloops to Game 7 in their first-round matchup last year...Saharchuk is No. 8 in KIJHL post-season scoring with 3-6-9 in five games...Vernon Viper prospect Dallas Calvin had four points (3+1) as the Beaver Valley Nitehawks outgunned the Nelson Leafs 7-6 in Game 5 of their opening round series Thursday. The Hawks lead that series 3-2.
Broadhurst said Glennon and Alex Matsubara of Kelowna were chosen to train at the coast to get a feel for a professional environment. Neely watched Glennon hold his own at SFU. “It was a good week for Connor,” said Neely. “He was involved with a number of older players. We brought Connor in just to see how he would react against the bigger player and how he would find spaces without getting into too much physical contact. And he showed quite well. “We also trained with the ‘98s and ‘99s and obviously he started to adjust to his own age bracket and he had a good week. He’s technically quite good on the ball and he’s able to find space for himself so it’s something I think we can build on with Connor and get him some more looks down in Vancouver with the Under 14 program as we go forward.” Neely says the Caps won’t rush young players into their residency program because of the tough
relocating process. “We want to make sure we’re doing the right thing. He seems very eager, a very honest, hardworking player. Great attitude. He’s got all the good components that make up a solid character and that’s important for myself and the Whitecaps.” Neely said Glennon and Matsubara got to view some of the first team train and “both their eyes were like saucers when everything was kind of happening.” As for last year’s switch from Toronto FC of the Major Soccer League to Vancouver, Neely said: “I’m not gonna lie, it’s been a challenge...Culturally, it’s been a big difference. Toronto’s very intense, very aggressive. In comparison, it’s sort of solve now, ask questions later. Whereas here, there’s a lot of thinking in advance of something and I’ve had to adjust to that, sometimes not too well, but I think I’ve got better at it as time has gone one. I don’t think I‘d ever want to lose that edge. I think that’s important and I bring it out at the right time.”
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Vernon Viper netminder Austin Smith keeps tabs on Prince George Spruce King forward Lyndon Martell (left) while d-man Brett Corkey goes to relieve him of the puck in B.C. Hockey League action Friday night at the Coliseum. The Vipers won 5-4 in overtime.
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A gutsy overtime win wasn’t enough to keep the Vernon Vipers’ playoffs hopes alive Friday night in Prince George. The Snakes will miss the B.C. Hockey League playoffs for the second consecutive year, despite grounding the host Spruce Kings 5-4 in extra time in front of 1,100 fans at the Coliseum. The Salmon Arm SilverBacks, who occupy the fourth and final Interior Division playoff spot, officially eliminated Vernon with a 6-5 OT win over the host Powell River Kings Friday night on the Sunshine Coast. The race for fourth place is now down to the ‘Backs (23-23-2-4) and fifth-place Trail Smoke Eaters (25-27-0-2). The Smokies have won four straight games, including back-to-back OT wins over the first-place Penticton Vees (34-14-0-5), but they have played two more games than Salmon Arm. The Vipers’ lodgings in Quesnel looked more like an infirmary than a hotel Friday night. D-man Ryan Renz and forward Logan Mick stayed behind with the flu, while Dexter Dancs (knee) and Geoff Crisfield (suspended) also missed the remaining journey to Prince George. It left Vernon with nine forwards and five defencemen. Netminder Danny Todosychuk was supposed to start, but got hurt in warmup, so Austin Smith got the nod. “The post-games and pre-games (meals) were the cheapest we ever had,” chuckled Vipers’ head coach Jason Williamson, who was impressed with the team effort to get the game to double-overtime. Brendan Persley, with his second goal of the night (5th and 6th), netted the winner on a highlight-reel snipe in the final minute. Rushing up his off wing, the Kelowna product faked a pass, toe dragged around a Prince George d-man, faked a shot then picked the top corner on netminder Kirk Thompson (28 saves).
“Bittersweet win,” said Williamson. “All the dee were very good with the five we had playing. It was one of those character wins you can build on going forward. “The fans and everybody around the game sees the team has a different attitude. They don’t quit.” On missing the playoffs, Williamson added: “We put ourselves in a deep hole. They knew it would have been tough.” First-period goals by Andrew Tegeler (5th) and Mason Blacklock (18th) pegged Vernon to a 2-1 lead at the intermission. Justin Rai (11th) scored for Prince George on a man advantage. Shayne Morrisey (18th) pulled the 24-20-1-8 Spruce Kings even early in the second frame, but Persley restored Vernon’s lead by burying the rebound off a Michael Statchuk point shot at 3:08. Prince George earned its first lead on goals just over a minute apart by Lyndon Martell (11th) and Jace Hennig (5th). Former Viper d-man Kevin Guiltinan drew a helper on Martell’s goal. Mason Blacklock’s team-leading 19th goal late in the second period sent the game to OT. The Vipers return to action Wednesday night when they visit the second-place Merritt Centennials (31-15-3-3) at Nicola Valley Arena. They wrap up their season with a pair of homes games, starting with the Vees Friday night at Wesbild Centre, followed by a date with the Cents Saturday. Vernon potentially has eight 20-yearolds returning for next season (league limit is six), and the team is also owed future considerations for the deals they made at the carding deadline in January. Williamson said the competition for roster spots will be intense as the Vipers are hosting the 2014 RBC Cup national championships. “Do the math,” he said. “They have to put a good effort in my mind heading into summer. They don’t want to leave a poor
Vernon’s entries are showing off their firepower at the Okanagan Mainline Senior Atom Development hockey finals in Penticton. The H&L Glass Wolfpack opened the eight-team playoff with a 9-2 victory over the host Penticton Jr. Vees Friday afternoon at the OHS Training Centre. Lucas Zubrod led the Pack with four goals while Ben King potted a hat trick. Logan Chapdelaine and Tanner Brown rounded out the scoring, and Isaac Thomas chipped in with a couple of assists. Dean McAmmond’s WolfPack faced the Kelowna Hawks Saturday morning. Meanwhile, the Valley Wood Remanufacturing Venom opened the Penticton playdowns at 2-0, icing the Kamloops Nailbiters 7-2 in early-morning action Saturday. The Venom, coached by Sandy Moger, clipped the Hawks 7-3 in their opener Friday night. Kobe Grant banked Saturday’s win, supported by a four-goal effort from Lochlan O’Keefe. Coletyn Boyarski, Jacob Boden and Tysen Fairweather collected singles. Assists went to Fairweather (2), Boyarski and Cameron Moger. O’Keefe, with a pair, Connor Hansen, Fairweather, Boyarski, Gavin Medema and Aiden Trottier handled the Vernon attack against Kelowna. Hansen (2), Scott Gilowski, Moger, Medema, Fairweather, Boyarski and Connor Elliott added helpers.
image in my head when I go to build a team for next season.” Imagine if you could turn this In other BCHL action Friday night, Valek Chichkin fired the winner as the Smokies iced the host Vees 3-2 in OT to start a weekend home-and-home set at the South Okanagan Events Centre. Tyler Berkholtz and second star Garrett McMullen collected powerplay goals in regulation for Trail (they went 2-for-3 on into this the man advantage). Wade Murphy and third start Michael Rebry answered for the Vees. Trail tender Adam Todd recorded 31 saves for first star, while Vees’ keeper Chad Katunar had 21 stops. The teams met again Saturday at Cominco Arena and will play one another for the fourth straight game when they conclude the regular season next Sunday in the Kootenays. 200-2500 53 Ave Vernon Should the Smoke Eaters gain a playoff 250-541-7373 berth, they would have to face Penticton in a 1-versus-4 first-round matchup, meanOPEN SATURDAYS Oral Sedation • Invisalign • Surgery ing will end up playing one another a One Appointment Crowns • www.toothdoc.ca minimum of eight straight times. Ve r n o n products Alex Gillies and Alex Jewell each scored once as the SilverBacks bounced Powell * River in OT. S t e v e Iacobellis finCOMES WITH OUR EXTENSIVE 16 POINT INSPECTION! ished with four Perform Propane Test Torque Wheel Nuts points (2+2) for Flush Water Lines Inspect Roof Seals the Gorillas. Test Water Pump Inspect Window Seals E x-Vip er Test Appliances Test Slide Operation Mike Rosman Landon Robin Inspect LP Detector Lube Slide Gear RV Parts earned a single Test Smoke Alarm Inspect Break-away Cable and Service Check Tire Pressures Department Inspect Battery Condition for the Kings. Check Tire Condition Inspect Brake Condition The Saskatoon native has 10 6395 Hwy 97, Vernon, BC • 1-800-667-0024 • 250-545-2916 points (3-7) in 47 games.
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Coldstream’s Jessica Krushen is getting back in to rhythmic gymnastics after a six-year hiatus from the sport.
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A two-time national champion who competed all over the planet, Jessica Krushen wants more from rhythmic gymnastics. The 2007 Kalamalka Secondary grad is making a comeback with Camille Martens’ Okanagan club, where she has been coaching. “Since I finished training, I never found anything that I felt as passionate doing as I did about gymnastics,” said Krushen. “I came back to the gym to coach this year and was reminded of just how much I love it here.” In November, she played the staring role of the adult Anastasia in the Vernon production and getting ready for the show reminded her of how much she missed practising. Since high school, Krushen has tried a variety of different jobs from landscaping, working in retail, cosmetics, electronics, photography and a computerized warehouse facility. She also spent two years at Okanagan College focusing on English and psychology courses. “For now, I don’t want to put any pressure on myself to come to a certain place because in the end my score is up to the judges and out of my control. My goal is to prepare the best that I can and to be proud of the routines I compete. I am not doing this for results, I am doing this because I truly love the sport and I thrive in a high-performance atmosphere.” Krushen won the national Novice championship in 2000 and the Canadian title in 2003. She medalled at the Junior Pan American Games, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and was a finalist in the Olympic Hopes competi-
tion in Varna, Bulgaria. Krushen won five medals in the 2007 Canada Winter Games in Bathurst, N.B. and was honoured with the B.C. Premier’s Athletic Award. The highlights, however, have been more on a personal side. “The friends I have made and the many training and competition experiences that I had are irreplaceable. Traveling, competing, excellence, expression, shining...” Krushen isn’t totally sure why she quit the sport which took up so much of her teenage life. “On my last year (2006) of competing I was spiraling downward. I wasn’t on top of my game mentally or physically. I can look back now and see that it was the right choice to stop then because there was no point in my continuing in that state. But when I quit, I never really felt like I was done.” Martens (Canadian Olympian and national team coach since 2000) is energized by Krushen’s return. “She is a beautiful example to all our girls both as an athlete and as a person,” said Martens. “She is courageous, focused and full of love. I fully support her.” Krushen was climbing on furniture when she first learned to walk, showing early signs of being a gymnast. “When I was little, my mom described me as a daredevil child. When I was two, I was climbing up every tree in our yard so initially I was put into the local artistic gymnastics club as a safety measure so I could learn to fall safely if I did. Camille, who had just come back from the ‘96 Olympics in Atlanta, had come to the club to do a workshop with everyone. We met there and the rest was history.”
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Dinner, dancing and live entertainment are all part of the fun at the Rotary Club of Vernon’s Annual Spring Break-out for Seniors. This year’s event takes place March 13 at the Vernon Recreation Centre. “The highly anticipated event has been held for many years and is a free dinner and dance with live entertainment for local seniors,” said event chairman Byron Beck. “Nearly 500 attendees will enjoy a delicious complimentary meal with wine, served by Rotarians themselves aided by other volunteers. Door prizes provided by local businesses, dance performances and live music will round out the fun evening. The Spring Break-out runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) and allows seniors to get out and have a social evening at no charge to themselves
while welcoming the return of spring. The event is made possible through the generosity of local sponsors and volunteers, as well as donations raised from December’s Rotary Carol Festival. “It is an opportunity for seniors who are valuable members of the Vernon community to mingle and meet people of the same age group and share common interests,” said Beck. The Rotary Club of Vernon also provides free drives for those who do not have transportation of their own. Admission for seniors is by complimentary advanced ticket only, which can be picked up free of charge from the Schubert Centre or the Halina Seniors’ Centre at the Recreation Centre. Requests for drives may also be made at the same time. Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that pro-
vides humanitarian service and encourages high ethical standards in all vocations. The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International is a non-profit corporation that promotes world understanding through humanitarian service and educational and cultural exchanges. The Rotary Club of Vernon is a member club of District 5060 of Rotary International. Rotarians provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. There are 33,000 Rotary clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas. Clubs are nonpolitical, nonreligious, and open to all cultures, races, and creeds. As signified by the motto Service Above Self, Rotary’s main objective is service — in the community, in the workplace, and throughout the world.
Vernon City Council for sponsoring this program again and making it possible for those receiving snow shovelling service as a gesture of neighborliness an opportunity to show their appreciation by nominating a Snow Buddy,” said Dayle Drury, manager of SIRB. A letter or e-mail explaining why you would like to nominate your neighbour as a Snow Buddy will automatically make the nominee eligible for one of five $100 cash prizes. “We are encouraging residents to lend
a helping hand to the many seniors and those with disabilities who are in need of someone to keep their driveways and sidewalks free of snow and ice,” said Drury. “Being a Snow Buddy is a neighbourly thing to do, and this is a great opportunity for residents to show appreciation for those who are volunteering their time and lending a hand.” Nominations can be sent to SIRB, #005, 3402-27th Ave., Vernon, B.C., V1T 1S1, attention Snow Buddy program, or via e-mail to sirb@socialplanning.com
Program invites nominations for Snow Buddies Morning Star Staff
The snow may have melted all over town, but if you had some help in shovelling the white stuff from a neighbour this winter, why not nominate them as a Snow Buddy. The Seniors Information and Resource Bureau (SIRB) is now accepting nominations for Snow Buddies, the goodwill snow-removal program for 2012/13, encouraging anyone who receives snow removal assistance to nominate that individual as a Snow Buddy. “Thank you to Mayor Sawatzky and
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Lucy Cole, of the Village Green branch of Scotiabank, and Tina LaRiviere, of the Lumby branch, present $8,508 to Linda Yule of the United Way. The staff of the two Vernon branches, Lumby and Salmon Arm raised $5,933 and $2,575 is a corporate donation from Scotiabank.
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March is Nutrition Month, the perfect time to start thinking about how food choices can affect your health. Small changes can pay off big by reducing your risk, and your family’s risk, for obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. The Interior Health Authority has a few simple tips to help you make healthier food choices. “Looking at recipes, reading flyers, and checki n g your kitche n inventor y can help you decide what meals you would like to prepare and what you will need to prepare them,” said Alexis Blueschke, registered dietitian. “When you have all the ingredients you need to make a healthy meal at home you will be less tempted to go out for dinner or order take out.” Use a list when you shop. Once you know what meals you are going to eat, you are ready to make a grocery shopping list. “A shopping list not only keeps you on
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track, it can also help you make healthier choices. Without a list, you might walk up and down the aisles filling your cart with less nutritious food that you don’t really need,” said Karen Graham, a registered dietitian. “A list helps you avoid the temptation to buy heavily promoted processed foods which often are less nutritious.” Grow some of your own food or visit your local farmers’ market. “Growing your own
food is a great way to have more fresh produce. You can grow your own food in your backyard, in a container or in a community garden,” said Cindy Bossio, registered dietitian. “Our local garden store, community food action committee or food policy council can help provide information on how to get started.” For more nutrition information, contact a registered dietitian at www.healthlinkbc.ca/ dietitian. You can visit the Dietitians of Canada website at www.dietitians.ca or check out the Shopping Sense
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Edna Kuhn, of the Pythian Sisters, (from left) presents a donation to Leigh Pearson, of Vernon Search and Rescue, Debbie Edmunds, of the Pythian Sisters, presents to David MacBain, of the Salvation Army Food Bank, and Pythian Sister Gay Rutherford donates to Jack Gareb, of the Schubert Centre. The Pythian Sisters made a total donation of $2,000 to the three organizations.
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Cherryville and Lumby children have a place to call their own. The after-school programs at Kids Zone in Cherryville and Kids Space in Lumby are extremely popular with the youth and their parents. “The programs provide a great opportunity for after school fun for those children who have working parents or live out of town and may not be close to a neighbour for after school play,” said Gay Jewitt, with the Whitevalley Community Resource Centre, which is responsible for both outreach initiatives. ‘The program’s goals also include providing the opportunity to improve academic performance while practising good social skills.” The programs are based at the elementary schools so no additional transportation is needed. Activities range from sports and reading to crafts and quiet time. Community volunteers also bring their expertise to share with the children. “While the programs attract children for a
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Matt Kauffman, a Charles Bloom Secondary School student, checks out the crafts being put together by members of Kids Space in Lumby. variety of reasons, staff are equipped to provide special support for vulnerable children who may be facing physical or social challenges,” said Jewitt. “In co-operation with agencies such as the North Okanagan Neurological Association, they have created care plans, designed to target
risks and triggers from behaviour issues and implemented proactive behaviour management plans.” Support is provided by Whitevalley Community Resource Centre counsellors who may lead skill building groups. In 2012, 53 children attended Kids Space and 40 children took
part in Kids Zone. The Whitevalley Community Resource Centre is currently in the midst of its Legacy Fund campaign, which wants to raise $800,000 over five years. The principle will remain in an endowment fund and the interest generated each year will help cover operational expenses at the
centre. “The Legacy Fund project will help ensure worthy programs continue to run for the benefit of the whole community,” said Jewitt. For more information about the Whitevalley Community Resource Centre’s Legacy Fund you can check out www. whitevalley.ca or call 250-547-8866.
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Local utilities are footing the bill to help customers conserve energy. BC Hydro and FortisBC have teamed up to pay for upgrades in homes of low-income customers through the Energy Conservation Assistance Program. “Our low income program is a power smart program that really targets customers that are least able to participate – where the cost is a barrier,” said Pat Mathot, Power Smart marketing manager. “Rather than just offering an incentive to purchase a product, we take care of the whole cost.” Low-income customers trying to conserve energy could benefit from items ranging from light bulbs and shower heads to upgraded insulation or even a new fridge. The result will save power and save the customer money on their heating and/or electricity bills. “It can be as much as $300 a year,” said Mathot. The initiative has reached more than 6,500 homes in B.C. since its launch in 2008. Despite saving hundreds of customers the cost of such upgrades, which result in reduced heating/ energy bills, the program also benefits the utilities. “The value of the electricity or gas that we save is of value to the utility,” said Mathot.
Kamloops resident Lynn Tillotson is one customer who recently benefitted from the program. Following approval and a mini-energy audit, contractors came into Tillotson’s duplex and completed a thorough energy test. “They look everywhere and test everything,” said the 63-year-old who also learned a lot from the process. “It was really fascinating.” Among the list of items replaced in Tillotson’s 30-year-old home were: a new bathroom fan, carbon monoxide detectors, weather stripping around the door, energy efficient aerators and shower heads, added insulation in the attic and she has also qualified for a new energy efficient fridge. “I was just so thrilled,” said Tillotson, who expects she will notice a big difference in her heating and cooling costs with the new insulation, as well as the weather stripping that blocks the outside from coming in. “I just feel so fortunate to have had this opportunity.” Qualifying customers can access the program application at www.bchydro.com/ecap or by calling 1-855-598-8428 Contractors are currently in Vernon scheduling appointments. “Now is the time, take advantage of it while it’s there,” said Mathot.
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“This is not as impressive as I hoped but I thought you might like to see it,” said Don Miller as he put his orchid on the display table at the meeting of the North Okanagan Orchid Society. Members did want to see the beautiful plant and the other orchids, from those with tiny blue flowers to eye-catching large pink and purples. The members bring their plants to the meetings to admire them, trade, sell and ask and answer questions. It’s a small tropical paradise on a cold winter night. Miller, who is president of the society, which has about 30 members, knew he wanted to grow orchids from the first time he saw them in the wild in Trinidad years ago. He got around to it about eight years ago and now has dozens of plants. “It’s fascinating. There is a huge variety of orchids. It’s one of the largest plant families in the world with some variety of orchid on every continent except Antarctica. There are wild orchids in this area but they are a protected species,” he said. “Orchids are not as difficult to grow as people think. They are environmentally specific and if you can meet their needs, they are easy to grow. It is important not to overwater them. I don’t know how many people have told me they have had an orchid and killed it but you can grow them. We welcome people who are interested to come out to the meetings and find out more.” Miller suggests the phaleonopsis as a good orchid to start with. The Orchid Society meets once a month with member and guest speakers, and members like to attend orchid shows in Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary. The members come from all backgrounds and some have three or four plants in their homes, while others have greenhouses devoted to orchids.
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Heidi Ritter enjoys the delicate scent of a phaleonopsis orchid.
Doug McKenzie puts his paphiopedlium orchid on display. “You start with one or two and the next thing you know, you’re up to 10 or 12 or 20 or more,” said Miller. Jim Poole has been growing orchids since 1999 and has a large greenhouse. “They’re so different that it turns into an addiction very fast. You see a different one and you just have to have it. It’s an addiction,” he said. “It’s a wonderful hobby and a challenge to learn how to grow them. You give them what they have in nature and they
are happy. They bloom at different times of the year so you can always have something in bloom.” Poole said there are more than 30,000 species (naturally occurring) orchids with at least 150,000 hybrids, and people introducing more all the time. Elsie Gerdes first heard about growing orchids when she lived in Prince George and started growing them in 1990. “It intrigued me. I like the tiny ones best and I like ones I can take outside in the summer. What’s great about the club is that we can learn so much from each other and divide and trade plants,” she said. The members gather around the display table to see all the orchids before the meeting starts. “I like the variety and the colour. They’re just spectacular. You have to persevere a little bit but in some ways they need less care than other houseplants. You can match the plants to the conditions you have,” said Heidi Ritter. Faithe Prodanuk is another club member who is fascinated with orchids. “They’re just so rewarding and most of them bloom for a long time. It’s a challenge to see if you can get them to re-bloom and to get more flowers,” she said. “There are some very knowledgeable people here and good resources. If we don’t know something ourselves, we know people who will know.” The North Okanagan Orchid Society welcomes new members, including people who have never grown orchids. Meetings are the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre in Polson Park. For more information call Anne Miller at 250-545-5932.
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Argentina. This is a smaller hill at 22,837 ft. (6,962m) and does not involve technical skills. My husband, Bill the Wise, suggested Kilimanjaro instead. After all, it is lower at 19,341 ft. (5,895m) and he would consent to come as well. Kilimanjaro is the highest peak on the continent of Africa. Thousands of Mzungu kichaa (crazy white people) climb it every year. You need to be in good physical shape, have good rain and cold gear and five to seven days to reach the top. Succeeding is based on the interplay of three components — physical fitness, mental toughness and how your body responds to altitude. The first two are up to you. The third is the unknown variable. Adjusting to altitude is partially genetic. Being very fit and stubborn does not guarantee that “thin air” very low oxygen) at high altitude will agree with you. For example, several years ago, the world-class tennis player, Martina Navratilova, succumbed to life threatening acute mountain sickness (AMS) and required evacuation
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Feature Event: Capsule College March 7 at 9:30 a.m.
GEORGETTE SHOP IS BURSTING WITH SUMMER CLOTHING Upscale retail capris, blouses, shorts, T-shirts, men’s golf shirts, assortment of jewelry and shoes. Shop now, folks; great selection is here! We are at 3100-28th Ave., behind Sir Winston’s Pub. COMMUNITY-WIDE SING-ALONG RESUMES March 3 from 7 to 8 p.m. at Faith Baptist Church, 3908-27th St.) Come and join us for an hour of singing your favourite gospel songs and hymns as Karl leads and the Sing-Along Band plays. Bring your friends and enjoy this time of fellowship through great music! THE OYAMA BRANCH 189 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION Hosting a fun and games “horse racing” March 3 at 2 p.m. All members and public are welcome to come and enjoy the races. Racing from 2 to 4 p.m. We are calling this “The Bob Hannah” afternoon in honour of the veteran that is hosting. Door prizes, fun games, Liars Club, free draws. All welcome. Everyone is a winner. BODY & SOUL WELLNESS FAIR March 3, Vernon Rec Centre, 3310-37th Ave., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Contact Chris Madsen at 250558-1960 or e-mail chris@chrismadsen.com GIRLS ONLY FREE INDOOR INTRODUCTION TO ROWING Haven’t found your sport or activity yet? Come and learn more about rowing, it has so much to offer! Join us for four sessions in March...free...indoors...Grades 8-12...small groups...fun! Sessions will be held at the People Place, after school and on a Saturday. Heavily discounted registration for summer on water programs afterwards. Contact Lisa George 250 938 7769 lisa@gorowandpaddle.org www.vernonrowingandpaddling.com YOGA CLASSES BY DONATION TO VERNON KID SPORT Hayden Fitness, 203, 3403-30th Ave. (above Griller’s Meats). March 3 it’s Vinyasa Flow at noon; Hatha at 7:30 p.m. March 9, Vinyasa 8:45 a.m.; Hatha at 4 p.m. March 10, Vinyasa at noon, Hatha at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 250-306-7474. All proceeds will be donated to Vernon Kid Sport, which identifies needs in the community, raises funds, and supports programs that create new opportunities for young people to participate in sport. VOLUNTEER TO HELP SENIORS WITH COMPUTERS If you have basic computer skills and enjoy working with seniors this may be the program for you! The Junction Literacy Centre provides the Seniors Computer Support Program. Volunteers (19+) tutor one-onone about once a week for an hour, meeting at a time and place that works for them, usually the public library or a coffee shop. Most seniors need help with basic e-mail, using the internet, managing photos and filing. All tutors must complete a Criminal Record Check. Orientation and ongoing support provided. Contact coordinator Kathy Wylie at 250-549-2216 or kwylie@junctionliteracy.ca. GET INVOLVED AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE! If you are a person who enjoys spending time with seniors and wants to make a difference in someone’s life, we have an opportunity for you! The Family Resource Centre’s Senior Support Volunteer program pairs volunteers with clients who need a friendly, helping hand and a listening ear. Training provided and the next session runs eight Tuesdays, April 2 – May 21 from 9 a.m. until noon at People Place. Learn more about this opportunity at www.vernonfrc.ca or by calling Karen at the Family Resource Centre, 250-545-3390. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Sunday Night NA meeting at 7 p.m., 2800-33rd St. (basement of Gateway Shelter). Open to the public,
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SCIENCE IN SOCIETY SPEAKER SERIES presents: Dr. Jennifer Gardy on “DNA Detectives,” March 5 at 7:30 p.m., Okanagan College Vernon Campus Lecture Theatre. Genomics and DNA sequencing to solve multiple mysteries. Can new technology help us control the spread of disease? Gardy is from the Genome Research Laboratory (BC Centre for Disease Control) adjunct professor, microbiology & immunology, UBC. This free event is made possible by Genome BC. To guarantee a seat, please register online at www.genomebc.ca/okanagan. Registration at the door will be available on a first come, first served basis. For more information, call 250-545-3644 or www.okscience.ca THE LOONIE BIN THRIFT STORE Come try your luck! March 5 to 9, you could get 50 per cent off or even win the value of your purchase the next time you shop. We have a great selection of spring coats and sweaters as well as T-shirts and jeans. All men’s shirts 2 for 1. We at 3008-34th Ave across from Valley First. Open Tues thru Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 ish. Volunteer-run with all proceeds benefiting the Upper Room Mission. NORTH OKAN. THERAPEUTIC RIDING ASSOC. AGM Annual general meeting for NOTRA March 5 at 7 p.m., People Place, 3402-27th Ave. We are looking for volunteers to help with riders and horses at O’Keefe Ranch (no experience necessary, we train) and possibly community minded individuals to join the board. VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY March 5, noon-hour video presentation, PBS documentary Art:21. Each week VPAG provides a noon-hour art presentation on a variety of art making practices. This week’s topics include: Compassion. Admission by donation. Gallery is at 3228-31st Ave. Call 250-545-3173, see vernonpublicartgallery.com or e-mail info@vernonpublicartgallery.com THE VERNON PLACER (GOLD) MINERS’ CLUB Meets the first Tuesday of every month from October-June in the Basement of Peace Lutheran Church, 1204-30th Ave. from 7-9 p.m. Yearly memberships due: $20 per family. For more info. phone president Merv Mathers, 250-547-9690 or membership, Donna Smith at mrspumpkin36@hotmail.com
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THE LAdIES NEwCOMERS SUPPER CLUB Meets the first Wednesday of the month. If you are new to Vernon and area, join us for our monthly suppers. We want to meet you. Call Rosie at 5451489 or Kathy at 545-4185. THE NORTH OKANAgAN NATURALIST CLUB MEETS March 6 at 7:30 p.m. at the Vernon Lodge. Guest Speaker Debbie Clarke will speak on the creation of a national park. HELP BUILd RESILIENCE IN CHILdREN wORKSHOP Presented by Vernon and District branch of Canadian Mental Health Association March 6 from 7 to 9 p.m., Schubert Centre with keynote speaker Patrician Morgan, who specializes in helping strengthen resilience at work at and at home. Everyone welcome, refreshments served. Minimum donation is $10, with net proceeds to support the Crisis Line. VERNON ANd dISTRICT KENNEL CLUB MEETS The first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the
People Place, 3402-27th Ave. This is an opportunity to connect with others involved in many different dog sports in the area. A fun club with friendly people and new members always welcome. Call Jayne at 250-545-0187. HI NOON TOASTMASTERS Meet Wednesdays noon to 1 p.m. at Bean to Brew Coffee House. Toastmasters help to build leadership and communication skills in a safe, fun environment. Make us your educational, inspirational and entertaining lunch hour Guests always welcome. Info.: James at hinoontoast@gmail.com EARTH ARTS — RAwHIdE RATTLE wORKSHOP An ancient musical instrument, rawhide rattles are used to create sacred space, to bring in positive spirits, or just to make some great percussive music. Students will learn some of the history and application of this earth art while bringing their own interpretation to the design of the instrument. Wednesdays, 6:308:30 p.m. March 6 and 13, White Valley Community Hall. Course cost: $20; supplies cost: $30. Instructor is Suzan Purdy. To register please contact the Monashee Arts Council at 778-473-3029 or monasheeartscouncil@gmail.com or see www.monasheeartscouncil.com MUNICIPAL PENSION RETIREES ASSOC. Quarterly meeting March 7 at 1 p.m., at People Place. Guest speaker is Ed Howard of Community Policing, speaking about Scams. VERNON PUBLIC ART gALLERY March 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Live model drawing sessions for artists. No experience required, just bring your drawing materials of choice. Set to music in, artists are welcome to draw without inhibition. Models are experienced, male and female, nude or draped. Participants must be over 19. Preregistration required. $10 members, $20 nonmembers. Gallery is at 3228-31st Ave. Call 250545-3173, see vernonpublicartgallery.com or e-mail info@vernonpublicartgallery.com
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Musicians jam for one of their own Friends come together to support Armstrong-raised bassist battling a bleeding disorder
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It’s been a few years since Elvira Kurt was in Vernon to celebrate International Women’s Day. For those who caught her act the last time she was in town, expect more politically and socially astute observations from one of Canada’s most beloved comediennes. Kurt joins the Laff Riot Girls for the ninth annual I am Woman, Hear me Laff show presented by the Vernon Performing Arts Centre society on Friday. “The show is a celebration of respect, appreciation and love towards women, as well as women’s economic, political and social achievements,” said Erin Kennedy, artistic director at the Performing Arts Centre. “Together these four sassy ladies will unite for the ultimate evening of absolutely hilarious antics, so bring along your best gal pals or that special man in your life for a night of laughter, mayhem, and a whole ton of unexpected comedic shenanigans.” Voted Funniest Female Comic at the Canadian Comedy Awards, Kurt now spends a lot of her time crossing the border from her home in Los Angeles.
Musicians are coming together to support one of their own. A benefit jam night is being organized for Saturday at the Branding Iron Pub in Armstrong to help raise funds for Mike Nitchie, an Armstrong-born musician battling a rare disease. “We have played music with Mike and Mike is also a good friend of mine from PVSS (Pleasant Valley Secondary School). We graduated together from PVSS in the same year, and also went on to study at UVic together at the music school there,” said Paul Moore of the New Classics, a Vernon-based band. Moore and fellow New Classic John Noseworthy are organizing the benefit. The Dan Engelland Blues Band will serve as the host group for the jam. All musicians are welcome to attend. Donations will be taken at the door and a 50/50 draw will be held to raise funds for Nitchie, 46, who was born and raised in Armstrong, graduating from Pleasant Valley Secondary in 1985. He was accepted into the University of Victoria music program on saxophone, but switched to bass guitar partway through his degree. Nitchie played with the Victoria, Okanagan and Prince George symphonies before exploring pop music. “Over the years, I have played with various artists and toured across Canada and the States,” said Nitchie, who has shared the stage with the likes of Randy Bachman, Jerry Adolphe (Chilliwack), Gary Grace (Prism), Ray Roper (Stonebolt) and Aaron Pritchett. “These years include the time spent performing live, recording albums with a single on the radio, and filming a video, which was aired on CMT with recording artist Ken McCoy.” Nitchie has been nominated several times for B.C. Country Music Association bass player of the year
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Local musicians are staging a benefit jam for Armstrong-born-and-raised Mike nitchie (left), now of the Vancouver-based band Blue Scarlett. nitchie is battling a bleeding disorder. The benefit jam will run Saturday, March 9, at Armstrong’s Branding Iron Pub. award, and has won Band of the Year three times. He now runs his own Vancouver-based band, Blue Scarlett, with his wife, Marni, as lead singer, Manitoba’s Garry Wenger on guitar and Salmon Arm’s Jeremy Tymkiw on drums. Nitchie was recently diagnosed with Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT), a bleeding disorder, as well as having AVMs (arteriovenous malformations) and no filters to keep old blood mixing with new blood. He found out about the disease through his niece, who was being treated for a car accident at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. Nitchie discovered HHT is hereditary, does not skip a generation and can manifest itself in many ways. “This led us to the understanding that there would be some of us that have this disease as well,” said Nitchie, who watched as his sister had to have immediate brain surgery when a surgeon discovered she had an abscess on her brain caused by bacteria that had entered her bloodstream during
a visit to the dentist. Nitchie has always had difficulty with low energy, occasional seizures in his sleep as well as prolific daily nosebleeds since high school, which no one seemed able to diagnose and seemed committed to a lifetime of nosebleeds until the HHT diagnosis. “I ended up going through a battery of tests including blood, CT, MRI scans, and many more to see how I have been affected by this disease,” said Nitchie. “During my MRI and the following angiogram they found that I had three AVMs in my brain, one that was at great risk of hemorrhaging.” Nitchie went into Vancouver General Hospital in June 2012 and had the AVM removed. Four days after the surgery, he had a grand mal seizure, which meant being placed on anti-seizure medication, disabling him from driving. During the first week of August, Nitchie began leaking from the incision site and discovered he had a staph infection. More surgery followed, along with IV antibiotics for two months.
Just before Christmas, Nitchie started leaking again from his head. “On Jan. 2, we went to emergency again. After another CT scan, they found bone flap (the piece taken off during my first surgery) was still infected, and had to be removed, so a third surgery was undertaken,” he said. “This time the surgeon decided it would be better to throw the piece of bone away, which left me with a hole in my head about the size of the bottom of a coffee mug, followed by another two months of IV antibiotics. Nitchie is currently finishing the antibiotics and awaits another surgery in six months to insert a titanium plate to cover the missing bone in his skull. He has to protect his head/soft spot and be careful not to get another infection. “I would like to raise awareness for HHT as there still is a lot to learn about the disease,” said Nitchie. “If you have any symptoms including excessive nosebleeds, clubbed fingernails from low oxygen levels, unexplained seizures, and AVMs, you may want to get tested.”
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The Monashee Arts Council is offering two hands-on instrument making courses this March as part of its spring programming in Lumby. In the Earth Arts Rawhide Rattle workshop, participants will
create an ancient musical instrument. “Rawhide rattles are used to create sacred space, to bring in positive spirits, or just to make some great percussive music,” said course instructor Suzan Purdy. Students will learn
some of the history and application of this earth art while bringing their own interpretation to the design of the instrument The class will be held over the course of two evenings, Wednesday, March 6 and 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the White Valley Community Hall in Lumby. Students can also create their own Garifuna West African hand drum using traditional techniques and materials in the Drum Ma k i n g - E x pre s s i on workshop. Participants will get to create their own design to reflect their interpretation of this usable piece of art. This workshop is open to everyone regardless of whether or not they have hand-drum experience. “A sketch of artwork with repeating patterns and shapes is helpful to have with you for the first class for carving and painting on your drum,” said instructor Angela Roy, who taught a drumming workshop for the Monashee Arts Council last session. The weekend workshop will be held on March 9 and 10 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the White Valley Community Hall. Pre-registration and information is available at the Monashee Arts Council office. Call 778-473-3029 or e-mail monasheeartscouncil@ gmail.com.
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Rock fights a different kind of war
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wayne Johnson (a.k.a. The Rock) stars in Snitch as the father of a
teenage boy who has been charged with distributing drugs. Based on a true story, Taylor & Howe Snitch exemplifies how a shift in America’s anti-drug laws, including federal mandatory minimum sentencing and conspiracy provisions, has bred a culture of snitching that is rewarding the guiltiest and punishing the less guilty or, in this case, how the innocent can be set up as a scapegoat. We say, “It’s the year of The Rock.” TAYLOR: This is the first of four movies this year featuring The Rock. Sorry, I mean Dwayne Johnson. This film,
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however, is different than all of them, indeed, different than any film he has ever done. This film dares to ask the question, “Can The Rock act?” HOWE: That’s like you asking me if I think you could wrestle in the WWE. The answer is no. He gives it an honest go but he just can’t quite pull it off. It is a nice change though not having to witness him ripping his shirt off, muscles popping on top of other muscles and looking downright menacing. It’s just that in the more tender moments in the movie he looks confused, with forced emotions. TAYLOR: I agree. I think people go to a Johnson movie expecting “The Rock.” They wanna see him be cocky, punch some guy in the face and make a smart aleck quip. This movie does not give you these things. So the question has to be asked, “If Johnson isn’t going to beat somebody up, is the movie worth seeing?” HOWE: Maybe. TAYLOR: It’s difficult for me to answer this without set-
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Dwayne Johnson stars as a father attempting to clear the charges against his son in Snitch. ting my standards a little lower. Snitch is a film that features TV grade acting. In fact, with the exception of small parts performed by Susan Sarandon and Barry Pepper, the actors in this film come from television. Johnson is good at big gestures. His ability to be subtle is limited. Having said that, this is a film that demonstrates his growth as an actor. If he had attempted to make this film 10 years ago, it would be laughably bad. HOWE: I don’t agree that this is TV quality. It’s better than that. Director Ric Roman
Waugh had $15 million to make Snitch and he spent it wisely. Nothing too extravagant or over the top, it’s just a good storyline with no editing mistakes or missing scenes, which makes it a nice change to what we have been seeing just recently. TAYLOR: There’s nothing particularly wrong with the film and I applaud Johnson’s willingness to grow in ways other than physically, which my rating will illustrate. The thing I found most interesting about this film was the true aspects of the story. The drug laws encourage snitching, even for the basest and simplest of charges. America leads the world in incarcerating its own citizens and it seems that a large portion of those people are only there due to the politics of “the war on drugs.” — Taylor gives Snitch 2.5 years served out of 5. — Howe gives it 3 express delivery parcels out of 5. The film is currently showing at Vernon’s Galaxy Cinemas.
Female comics join forces for Women’s Day Continued from B5
Besides acting as a judge on Second City’s Next Comedy Legend on CBC, she is also a frequent guest on CBC Radio’s The Debaters. Last year she began a weekly segment on CBC Radio’s Q with Jian Ghomeshi. Through her Cultural Hall of Shame, Kurt has made her thoughts known on what she deems as the absurd and ridiculous, such as the Vancouver dance studio that offered pole dancing classes — to children, as well as the need for bacon scented shaving cream. Joining Kurt will be Laff Riot Girls’ Lee-Ann Keple, Julia Stretch and Linda Feuerhelm. Keple has performed at comedy festivals all
Elvira Kurt across Western Canada, appeared on Out TVs Out For Laughs, and is a founding member of Vancouver improv troupe The Bobbers. She co-produces the Laff Riot Girls’ Funniest New Female Comic Competition, now in its 10th year. Keple says she is one half of the only married lesbian couple doing stand up in Canada, and if that isn’t the case
anymore, she knows she is the only one whose wife of six years, Ardell Brophy Fitzpatrick, had a double lung transplant in 2012. Fitzpatrick is the founder of the Laff Riot Girls and received a Diamond Jubilee medal last month for her work in comedy and her commitment to helping local charities. “She can’t wait to get back and perform in Vernon in 2013,” said Keple. Stretch has performed everywhere from corporate Christmas parties to Prairie Legion halls, tricked-out basements, campgrounds in Texas and at Toronto Pride. She has appeared on CBC, Sirius XM, OUTtv and NBC’s Last Comic
Standing. As an improviser she is a member of the Bobbers troupe and appears in the televised and live versions of their show Tops & Bottoms. Currently based in Vancouver, she grew up in Innisfail, Alta., and began performing stand up while living in Calgary. Fellow Alberta-raised comedienne Feuerhelm tells jokes ranging from parenthood to dating, and a little of everything in between. Adored by young and old, her ani-
mated stories of life and its regrets have crowds relating in their own lives. She was a finalist in the Laff Riot Girls’ competition in 2010 and 2011 and has her eyes on the prize this year. She has toured extensively, most notably with the Planet Tour and the Boob Tour. I am Woman, Hear me Laff takes the stage at the Performing Arts Centre March 8 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35/adult, $32/senior, $30/student at the Ticket Seller, 5497469, www.ticketseller.ca.
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A Two-Act Comedy by Norm Foster Directed by Dai Scott March 6 - 9 and 13 - 16 ~ 8pm • March 16 Matinée ~ 2pm Centennial Theatre 3120 P.V. Road, Armstrong Tickets - Adults: $15 Seniors (65+) & Students: $12.50 Available at: "The Guy Next Door" 3450A Okanagan Street • 250-546-0950 mandyjpenner@gmail.com http://actokbc.wix.com/asparagus http://www.facebook.com/AsparagusCommunityTheatre
★ Vernon Towne Cinema ★ Movie Information Line 250-545-0352 • www.vernoncinema.com 2910 30th Avenue • Home of the Vernon Film Society ★ sunday, March 3, 2013 ➠➠➠ thursday, March 7, 2013 ★ FAMILY MATINEES SUNDAY ★ RISE OF THE GUARDIANS 97 minutes (G) ★ 10:00 AM Sunday ARGO 121 minutes (PG) ★ 11:40 AM Sunday - Winner of three Academy Awards ★ including “Best Picture” LES MISERABLES 158 minutes (PG) ★ 1:45 PM Sunday - Winner of three Academy Awards ★ including Anne Hathaway for Best Supporting ★ Actress SHOWS - NIGHTLY ★ EVENING EVENING PRICES APPLY ★ LIFE OF PI 127 minutes (G) ★ 4:30 PM Nightly - Winner of four Academy Awards including Ang Lee for Best Director ★ SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK 117 minutes (14A) ★ 6:45 PM Nightly - Winner of Academy Award for Best Actress: Jennifer Lawrence ★ THE IMPOSSIBLE 114 minutes (14A) ★ 8:45 PM Nightly ★ • Adults $7.75 • senior/Child $5.25 • tuesdAy - All seAts $4.75 ★ • MAtinees - All seAts, All Ages $4.75
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Piano students get their turn Morning Star Staff
Local voice students have sung their hearts out, and now it’s time for piano students to get their fingers ready for the Vernon Registered Music Teachers’ Music Festival. All Saints Anglican Church will be full with piano students as they perform for adjudicator Dimiter Terziev today
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20-piece Big Band is seeking pianist and bassist experienced in BB style and standard repetoire of swing, R&B, Latin, ‘Bop’, rock, etc. Stand-up bass preferred, but bass guitar welcome. Improv ability required in pianist. Please call 250-549-2414
at 1:30 p.m. The performances continue until Thursday at noon. “The public are welcome to attend these free sessions at any time,” said Carol Stromberg, with the registered teachers association. Kamloops-based pianist and instructor Terziev teaches piano at the Vernon Community Music School. Born in Bulgaria, he graduated from the National Academy of Music in Sofia. After he moved to Canada, he earned a diploma of advanced music performance studies from Montreal’s Concordia University and a master’s in piano performance from the University of Alberta in Edmonton. Living in Kamloops since 2002, Terziev is also an accompanist of the Sage Singers Choir in Ashcroft. He has performed numerous piano and chamber recitals in Canada, the U.S., Bulgaria, Germany, and the Netherlands. He has also played
with several Bulgarian orchestras and the Kamloops Symphony. In 1989, he was awarded third prize at the Chopin National Competition in Bulgaria. Terziev’s debut CD, Colours of Bulgaria: Piano Pieces by Pantcho Vladigerov, received four star reviews from both the CBC’s Sound Advice and La Scena Musicale Magazine. His other successful recordings are Nocturnal World and The Beginning and End of Classicism. He is planning to record a fourth disc this year. In addition, Terziev is a registered piano dealer and a sole agent for German pianos in the B.C. Interior All voice and piano scholarship winners, chosen by the adjudicators, will perform at the Festival Gala Concert on March 10 at 2 p.m. at All Saints Anglican Church. Admission is by donation and all proceeds will go to the scholarship fund to support local students.
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Nicolas Lebelle, left, Audrey Bergeron and Jean-François Légaré perform in Bouge de là’s L’atelier (The Studio), coming to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre on March 10. This Friday night the Performing Arts Centre is hosting an exciting celebration of International Women’s Day. It’s the ninth annual I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff! One of North America’s hottest standup comics Elvira Kurt headlines this year’s Laff. Kurt is a frequent guest on CBC Radio’s The Debaters, and Q, where she does a regular Cultural Hall of Shame segment. Joining Kurt will be Laff Riot Girls Lee-Ann Keple, Julia Stretch and Linda Feuerhelm. Together these four sassy ladies will unite for the ultimate evening of absolutely hilarious antics. The show starts at 8 p.m. and you can call the Ticket Seller at 549-SHOW (7469) for your tickets. On March 10, Montréal’s Bouge de là is on stage for their production of The Studio. It’s theatre that enchants and inspires the whole family as four dancers use moment to create visual art. Playful and colourful, this incredible performance is set in an artist’s studio and uses cameras and special software to capture what’s happening on stage and translates it on the fly to an animated
Arts and entertainment listings can be sent to the Friday’s Live Wire calendar via email at entertainment@vernonmorningstar.com The deadline for events is every Tuesday at noon.
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Rumba Calzada “Classic Latin Jazz & Salsa” Saturday, Mar. 9th at 8 pm
painting. Tickets are only $12 and there are two performances to choose from starting at 2 and 4 p.m. Call the Ticket Seller at 549-SHOW (7469) for tickets. Popular country singer/songwriter Terri Clark is back at the Performing Arts Centre on March 13. With over four million albums sold and a Juno award for her 2011 album, Roots and Wings, Clark’s appearance is in support of her new album, Classic, which is once again packed with hit singles for the country music scene. Tickets are selling fast so call the Ticket Seller at 549SHOW (7469) to book your seats. And Cod Gone Wild is set to host the biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebration this side of Ireland at the Performing Arts Centre on March 16. Featuring authentic bagpipes, Celtic drumming and dance, rich vocal and choral arrangements and a performance by Vernon’s own Cod Gone Wild, it’s a show that has something for everyone. Tickets are on sale now through the Ticket Seller by calling 549-SHOW (7469). Enjoy the shows!
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eing a lover of all things wintery and cold, I’ve uncharacteristically succumbed to spring fever this year. I’ve been entranced, and subsequently fooled by delightfully warm and sunny afternoons. Just try rolling down those car windows or embarking on a walk through the forest – based on my experience, these are surefire ways to snap back to the reality that winter is still very much all around. Brian van Wensem No matter your degree of spring fever, it’s a great time to take advantage of Vernon’s beautiful Performing Arts Centre. Climate controlled with comfortable seating, you’ll find something to see you through these next few dusty weeks. The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra is back tonight at the Performing Arts Centre with Spring Breezes. Featuring Roger Cole on oboe, the program explores melodies that are fine tuned for wind instruments including Mozart’s Serenade in C Minor and Strauss’ Concert for Oboe and Orchestra. Sit in on the pre-concert talk starting at 6 p.m. in the Marie Fleming Hall then move to the main auditorium for the 7 p.m. performance. Tickets can still be purchased online at www.ticketseller.ca or at the door after 6 p.m. The Governor General awardwinning play Where the Blood Mixes comes to the Performing Arts Centre on Tuesday. I had the chance to see the show last year in Kamloops and am so glad I did. Beautifully written, Where the Blood Mixes tackles delicate and sometimes difficult subject matter as it sheds light on the scars left by B.C.’s residential schools. The brilliant cast includes Lorne Cardinal and Craig Lauzon, each very well accomplished in comedy and acting, firing off quips and humour throughout. The Vernon performance starts at 8 p.m. and tickets are still available through the Ticket Seller at 549-SHOW (7469).
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Besides not asking for directions while travelling, men seem more hesitant to visit their doctors unless they have a serious problem. They are also less willing to ask for more information about their medications. This is a good time for men to get to know their pharmacists better and use them as a reliable information source. Women who smoke through their adult lives have triple the risk of dying compared to women of the same age who have never smoked. The good news is that those women who quit before the age of 40 can reduce this risk by 90%. Stopping before the age of 30 is even better. What’s better still is not to start smoking. Thyroid pills are taken by many Canadians to supplement what their own thyroid gland isn’t providing. Absorption is best on an empty stomach and people usually take it in the morning. Since, many drugs are taken in the morning, you can take your thyroid in the evening at bedtime. Whatever time you choose, be consistent and take it at the same time each day. Number talk: A man’s testicles produces 10 million sperm cells each day. The female ovaries produce about 500,000 egg cells of which only about 400 will mature throughout the fertile years to be able to produce a new human being. Whether you are wondering about a new drug that is coming on the market or an old one that’s been around a while, you can depend on our pharmacists for good information. Have Your Prescriptions Filled With Us
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Laurie orange (above left), a citizen services specialist with Service Canada, discusses employment options with Vernon’s Helena Kemper at the b.C. Jobs Start Here job fair thursday at the Vernon recreation Complex. right: Stephanie munez, a member of the job fair touring staff, demonstrates the online resources available through the province’s website www.bCJobsPlan.ca
Job fair offers employment connection Graeme Corbett Business Editor
It was like a speed dating session for job seekers and employers Thursday at the Vernon Recreation Complex. More than 100 people were eagerly lined up that morning for a chance to connect face-to-face with local and out-of-region employers at a provincially sponsored job fair. Dubbed B.C. Jobs Start Here, the job fair is one of 23 planned across the province over the next month. Stephanie Munez, a member of the touring staff with the B.C. Jobs Plan, said they decided to open the doors early because the lineup was so large. “This has been a great turnout,” said Munez. “I’ve heard a lot of feedback that
everybody is happy with the employers and ships and trades certification. the venue and the presentation. “We’re about matching employers from “I was surprised a lot of people came in the demands side with good people in the with their resumes ready. Normally people trades,” said Miller, noting STEP has regionare just here to look around. Everyone is al offices in Kelowna, Kamloops, Penticton very prepared.” and Castlegar. More than 20 employers “There is a lot of interest set up booths to meet with in the trades. There’s a lot the public and share informamore growth happening.” tion. They represented a wide Vernon’s Helena Kemper, segment of the workforce – an environmental studies stu— Stephanie Munez dent at Okanagan College, financial, government, post secondary, trades, institudropped in to see what was tional, customer service, as well as industry on offer. She works part-time now, but will associations and training authorities. be on the hunt for a summer job. Sharon Miller, an employment special“I’m just testing the waters right now,” ist with the Skilled Trades Employment said Kemper. “It’s just seeing what’s out there Program (STEP), was on hand to assist the and who’s hiring.” public in learning more about apprenticeKemper was particularly drawn to the
B.C. Ambulance Service booth. “I went to the Ambulance right away,” she said. “I have a bunch of first aid and I’m a lifeguard so that’s an option.” Along with the employers, the job fair also offered the public loads of information through its online resource at www. BCJobsPlan.ca. They had a number of iPads set up around the venue to provide instant online access. The site is a valuable resource for any job seeker, offering a job search tool, aptitude surveys, resume builders, job statistics, career requirements and job demand by region. There is also information for job seekers in specialized populations – immigrants, women in trades, mature workers and youth. “It’s a great resource,” said Munez.
completed using paper documents, the electronic versions will allow the chamber a more convenient and less expensive export process by eliminating courier fees and reducing the cost of each certification. This electronic process allows immediate delivery to exporters, guaranteeing a faster turnaround time, reduced costs and increased efficiencies. “Export diversification is strategically crit-
range of digital documentation services that will help make Canadian business more competitive. As trade to Asia picks up, this is more and more important for Canadian exporters because our competitors (Australia, U.S.) are way ahead of us in adopting the technology.” “All these documents were paper. Now, Trade Technologies offers a digital documentation process that is cheaper, faster, more accurate.”
“It’s a great resource.”
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The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce is delving into the export game with its new partnership with Trade Technologies. The Texas-based firm specializes in international trade document solutions and is working with the Vernon chamber to produce digital certificates of origin and other electronic chamber certifications. Formerly
ical to maintain Canada’s prosperity,” said George Duffy, chamber manager. “The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce has always been a high-volume certificate of origin producer for local businesses. Now with the Trade Technologies’ digital platform, we can offer a faster service at a lower cost, to a broader cross section of Canadian exporters, not just local companies. “We are also opening a portal to a full
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his article is about starting postsecondary students off right. Many high school graduates are off to university or college and now have to make payments, be swamped with credit card offers, have student loans and learn to stretch their money over a longer term. With a son in Grade 11, I am thinking of what he will need to know. That’s why this topic is something I’m very interested in. Young adults start out for the most part with no debt. Credit puts you into debt extremely quickly, before you fully understand all the costs and impacts to your future. Some debts are good and are worth the investment for your future. Kathi Bridge These include student loans (don’t go overboard, put some money in yourself), mortgages and lines of credit used for investing. The bad loans are ones used to purchase something before paying for it with cash. Credit cards are the biggest culprit for bad debt. Yes, they can be used properly and if you do use them that way, that is fantastic. Paying off the monthly balance is the No. 1 requirement of responsible credit card use. Unfortunately a lot of people don’t. So it’s best just to stay away from credit cards early on. Learn how to manage cash, get your bills paid on time (set up recurring payments from
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8
3$
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$ 98
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PORTRAITS … FAMILY • CHILD • GRAD • PETS every chance you are together can be a lifetime of memories!
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*Receive 10% off your first purchase within 5 days of your first class. Valid on yoga packages and retail items. not valid on sale items. See in-studio for more details.
Each office independently owned and operated.
NAME:___________________________________________ ADDRESS:_________________________________________
Manfred’s Autobody 250-549-1711 6252 Pleasant Valley Rd.
Smith Dr., Armstrong 250-546-3039
www.davebissell.com • dbissell@hotmail.com • 250.545.5371
CHICAGO BLACK HAWKS
Cidel Moving & Storage (1975) Ltd.
www.davebissell.com • dbissell@hotmail.com • 250.545.5371
NASHVILLE PREDATORS
FLoridA pAnthers
We offer President’s Gold Leaf Service, a custom made corporate moving program to get your new employee in place as quickly and efficiently as possible. For more information … cidelmoving.com
COLLISION
PHOENIX COYOTES
WASHINGTON CAPITALS
Best Western Plus Vernon Lodge 3914-32nd Street • 250-541-2653
vancouver canucks
(See server for details)
4601 27th St, Vernon • 250-545-5384
Los AngeLes Kings
6. Montréal at Tampa Bay 7. Minnesota at Nashville 8. Dallas at Phoenix 9. Calgary at Los Angeles
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For us, soft adventure has just been redesigned too. Over two-thirds paved, even the route’s rougher southern section is easily traversed by thin tires. The odyssey begins at bustling SaintJérôme, only a halfhour’s drive from Montreal’s Trudeau airport. There we join the battalion of bikers at the Comfort Inn, close to the southern terminus of what was once the Canadian Pacific Railway’s short but sweet northern line. The next morning the historic station hums with colour and energy as cyclists begin their cycle north or wait along with us for the increasingly busy shuttle started by Aline and Maxime Raymond 16 years ago. Operating out of a
railway icon, an old red caboose, they offer bike rentals, luggage transport, and a bike and passenger shuttle service to the northern terminus of Mont-Laurier with stops en route as requested. Two hours later, our coterie is in MontLaurier, buying food from the adjacent supermarket, checking out the old station, and obtaining information from the volunteer patrol, two of 40 cyclists who regularly cover the route to offer assistance. There are many ways to experience Le P’tit Train, and JeanClaude Lancup from Voyageur B&B in MontTremblant has come up with a great way to package them all. He organizes tours lasting from two to six days, booking small quality inns (auberges) along the route, arranging for dinners, and coordinating daily luggage pickup and delivery to each venue, so that cyclists can concentrate solely on the trail and leave the pleasures at the end of each day to gently unfold. The most popular of the itineraries, the Classical, consists of three nights and four days, but le Baladeur, the one we chose, gives us two extra days of bliss: why be in a hurry to leave heaven? At kilometre 145, Nominingue Station offers a sliver of railway history wedged between the visitor centre and
the craft shop. At kilometre 107, we scoop up strawberry shortcake on the deck at Labelle Station, watching children clambering up on the old red caboose. At others we picnic at shady tables, fill up with drinking water and chat with knowledgeable bilingual volunteers. Many towns along the way offer further pleasures, and never do we seem to be further than a bicycle pump’s toss away from lakeside seats, picnic shelters or drinking water. Like the railway stations, every auberge has its own flavour, from sylvan at La Croisee des Chemins, to historic at the 120-yearold Auberge de la Gare, where a dégustation (sampling) of delicious fruity Belgian beers on the deck is a perfect finish to a hot day. swimming and canoeing in Nominingue Lake across from the inn, we return to a connoisseur’s cornucopia served up by Ignace, a chef and hotelier with a venerable Belgian pedigree in the hospitality industry. On day six, we roll back to Saint-Jérôme and its welcoming outdoor restaurants and within minutes we’re raising our glazed glasses to the trip that has redefined soft adventure. Cherie Thiessen is with Travel Writers’ Tales, a travel article syndicate.
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TEMPTATION CAN BE A TERRIBLE TRAP Mark Twain said, “There are several good protections against temptation, but the surest is cowardice.” At the bridge table, though, it is not cowardice to avoid temptation if that would risk your going down in a contract that must succeed with an alternative line of play. This deal features one of the strongest lures in bridge. How should South play in four spades after West leads the diamond jack? Two no-trump is the right opening bid with that South hand. If North had raised to three no-trump, there would have been nine easy tricks. But it was normal to use Stayman.
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Lost & Found
Children
Employment
Employment
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Vernon & District Animal Care Society Lost & Found Cat Registry
Childcare Available
Business Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking
Education/Trade Schools
Help Wanted
250-542-3980
LOST: #1312 - “Sheila� - Dark tortoiseshell (orange, black, brown mixed) long hair, fluffy tail, small sp. female, tattoo. Pleasant Valley Rd., and 20th St. Reward. FOUND: #1313 - Calico, (white tum. & legs) brown, orange & black patches on back, long hair, small female (approx. 5 months). Star Rd., near BX School. Feb. 24/13. Please phone Margaret at
250-542-3980
Lanette’s Christian Daycare Healthy vegetarian meals, fenced play area, outings, CPR/First Aid training. Please call Lanette (250)308-7109 LITTLE Oak Learning Centre (Pre-School): register your 3 or 4 year old for September 2014 by emailing sally.towers@gmail.com
Employment Business Opportunities
Are you ready to be your own boss & operate your own business but do not have a fortune to invest? Mac’s has the program for you. Our dealership program gives you the power of ownership without the inflated costs of a franchise. In return you get a $5000 guaranteed base plus a percentage of sales. For more details email:
OWN A COMPUTER WORK FROM ANYWHERE. Two step process. Request online info, review. Set-up phone interview. Serious people Only: Call : 250 558 9231
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Information
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about any lost or found cat. You may remain anonymous.
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Vernon & District Volunteer Bureau volunteervernon.ca or 250.545.0585 NOESS office: 3201 - 30 Street The Hearts & Hands Community
Position
Duties
• Job Board Maintenance
NOEES
Bee a community volunteer
February 26, 2013
Agency
Co-ordinator
Search web for job postings & post on Job Board Keep Job Board clean, tidy & current
Seniors
• Volunteer Drivers
Take seniors to local appointments, shopping, etc
Bureau
• Volunteer Visitors
Visit isolated seniors weekly for one hour Horse Leaders: needed Apr 8 - Jun 7, 2013
North Okanagan Theraputic
• NOTRA Spring Riding session
Farm Hand: experience with horses & hay hauling Side Walkers: lead horses with disabled riders General Labour: needed for spring set-up Apr 6
Riding Special Olympics
• Boot Pick-up
Career Opportunities
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
Professional Wanted
Pick up donated books from Kindale, Armstrong Deliver books to Alpine Centre Book Store
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
make a bold move. For the career you’ve always wanted.
Busy Medical Clinic requires experienced Colon Hydrotherapist. Please send cover letter and resume to Box 19 c/o The Morning Star, 4407 - 25th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 CARRER Opportunity: Financial business long term office help needed. Need good credit and clean record. Customer service, excel spreadsheets and bank experience a bonus. 30+ hrs per week, weekdays, 7:30-4:30. Starting wage $15/hr. Apply to: info@blsecurity.ca
We require 4 local Full Time Class 1 drivers for local Okanagan Company. 2 yrs experience preferred. Please fax resume with current abstract & position applying for to 250546-0600. No Phone Calls Please.
Computers/ Info systems
Computers/ Info systems
In the convenience of your Home Computer Troubleshooting, Repair, Performance Maintenance & Virus Control. Personalized in-home Computer Training with your programs, Internet, E-mail, scanner, camera, printer & cleaning up harddrive.
Cheryl Andrus Microsoft Professional + Internet Microsoft CertiďŹ ed System Engineer A+ Service Technician
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Millwork-Cabinet Co. Need experienced cabinet maker. Steady-part time position. Painter/Sprayer (beneďŹ cial) Email: richklas@telus.net Phone: 250-546-6231
Servers wanted for breakfast, lunch and dinner service. Must be committed to providing top quality service, reliable, have a positive attitude and be willing to learn. One year experience min. Serving It Right required for lunch and evening shifts. Apply with resume at front desk Attn: Mike Brooks BEST WESTERN PLUS Vernon Lodge & Conference Centre
3914 - 32nd Street, Vernon, BC
PART-TIME BOOKKEEPER needed for 1-2 days/wk. Flexible hours. Perfect for mom looking to fill a few hours while kids are in school or for bored retiree. Good communication & interpersonal skills. Accuracy a must! Fax resumĂŠ to 250.542.3381 or email rit210750@hotmail.com No phone calls, please!
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Producer of some of the world’s most environmentally responsible paper and pulp, Catalyst is valued by its customers around the globe for its competitiveness, innovation and sustainable practices. Based on BC’s west coast, our employees enjoy challenging careers and a relaxed pace of life, close to pristine beaches and mountains in one of Canada’s mildest climates.
Required Immediately: Experienced Class 1 Drivers with at least 3 years verifiable experience for the following positions: Part Time Canada/ US capable; Full Time Drivers for future scheduled runs. Please indicate on your resume position applying for. Please fax resume to 250-5460600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com No phone calls please.
21 WEEK HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM Prepare for a Career in Heavy Equipment Operation. Introducing our new Apprenticeship Program which includes:
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Vernon Curling Club
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Kitchen and Catering Services The Vernon Curling Club is requesting bids for providing the following services starting for the 2013 / 2014 curling season. September 1st to April 1st. The Vernon Curling Club has a fully equipped kitchen with new gas cooking equipment, freezers and fridges. Provide limited breakfast and lunch menu services Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Provide Catering Services for special event evenings and weekends for specific events to be determined by the Vernon Curling Club. For more details and to arrange a site visit please contact the Manager, Dave Merklinger, at the Vernon Curling Club, 250-542-6713 or vernoncurlingclub@shaw.ca.
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Venture Training
Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities? Venture Training is a dynamic multi-program organization with a rich history in the community. We are currently seeking a
Permanent Full Time Homeshare Manager The successful candidate must: possess Current First Aid/CPR possess a valid B.C. Driving License have a minimum of three years experience in a senior supervisory position have a minimum 3 years post secondary education in a related field with some administration and financial management experience. Subject to Criminal Record Review Qualified individual please submit a current resume and cover letter by Sunday, March 10, 2013 to: Human Resources Manager Vernon & District Association for Community Living 4240 Alexis Park Drive, Vernon, BC V1T 6H3 Fax: 250-549-3394 Email: hrvdacl@gmail.com We thank all those who apply but only those interviewed will be contacted.
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Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club
Line cooks, Servers, Bartenders and concession workers Please apply in person or email your resume to info@spallumcheengolf.com or fax it to
250-549-7476
F/T & P/T EXPERIENCED COOKS & EXPERIENCED SERVERS REQUIRED. Apply with resume in person at 4795 - 34th St, Vernon (Across from Holiday Inn)
Do you have a strong understanding of social media and the internet? An interest in marketing? If so, Vernon Dodge wants you! A pay plan that rewards your growing success, potential for benefits and a flexible time schedule are just some of the highlights for the right candidate. This job is open to young and old, male or female. No selling required, just a desire to draw positive attention and create a buzz. If this sounds like a dream job, email a covering letter only explaining why you think you’d be great at it, including your contact info and we’ll take it from there. No phone calls and no drop ins please. Email only to sales@vernondodge.com
CERTIFIED JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER REQUIRED Wages will be negotiated depending on experience. Please submit resume to 7118 L&A Road, Vernon, BC V1B 3S8 or fax resume to 250-503-1562 or email salesredgwell@shaw.ca No phone calls please.
ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call Renee Hubert or Marie Harding Estate Administrators at 250-545-2136 to set up your FREE consultation in Vernon. Donna Mihalcheon CA, CIRP 33 years experience. BDO Canada Limited. Trustee in Bankruptcy. 202-2706 30th Ave., Vernon , BC V1T 2B6
Residential Care Aide - Vernon
Permanent Part time scheduled hours 25hrs p/wk min. RCA or Equivalent. Email resume and covering letter to kareaide11@gmail.com
Dr. Dale Henry is looking for an experienced CDA. Prostho module an asset. Hours are Tuesday Wednesday - Thursday, 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. Resumes can be dropped off at ‌
201, 3306 - 32nd Avenue, Vernon or faxed to 250-545-6872 or email: docsmiley@ shawcable.com AUTO PARTS DISMANTLER. DO YOU HAVE TOOLS, MECHANICAL AND COMPUTER SKILLS? D&M AUTO RECYCLING HAS AN OPENING FOR YOU. 40 HOURS PER WEEK, BENEFITS AFTER 3 MONTHS. APPLY BY EMAIL: ACCOUNTING@AUTORECYCLING.COM Cherry Sorters, Pickers & Pruners required $10.25/hr. February 11 - November 30. Sorting at 991 Salmon River Road, Salmon Arm, BC; Picking at Oyama, BC & Area. Apply with online form @ www.kalwoodfarms.com GUARANTEED JOB Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message for Information: 1800-972-0209. Male Care Aide required to care for a Quadraplegic male. P/T & on call. Reply to Box #4 c/o The Morning Star 4407 25th Ave. Vernon BC V1T 1P5 North Enderby Timber is looking to hire Lumber Pilers. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-838-9637. Wanted P/T maintenance person for local apartment building. 250-550-4069
P/T position for landscape maintenance,(20-30 hrs per week) irrigation experience an asset. Experienced and valid drivers license required.$12$15 start. Email resume to lindi1980@shaw.ca QUALITY Manager wanted at Coral Beach Farms Ltd. 16351 Carr’s Landing Road, Lake Country, BC. Permanent Position. Must have a minimum of 4 years post-secondary education. Successful candidates must have in depth knowledge of cherries and cherry grading, Global Gap requirements, as well as a minimum of 5 years’ experience managing a cherry sorting room, including quality control and phytosanitary systems. Must have a minimum of 3 seasons experience managing optical cherry sizing equipment. Applicant must be capable of working 6-7 days a week, 10-12 hours a day during harvest from March 15th to April 30th, 5 days a week, 8-10 hours a day off harvest. Work includes but is not limited to developing and maintaining food quality systems, managing 100+ sorting and box filling workers while maximizing efficiencies and ensuring quality from the field. Pay range $28-$40/hour. Apply by fax at 250-766-0813 or email at jobs@coralbeach.ca Resident Manager for 20 unit Silver Star Motel,Vernon Fax 250-545-3859 email silverstar motel@shaw.ca
RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS
PARTS PERSON
Banner Recreation & Marine is looking for a parts person to join our team in Vernon. Candidate must have experience in the field of Powersports. We are looking for someone who is organized, personable, energetic, good communication skills and has good knowledge of Power Sports equipment. This is a full time, permanent position starting immediately. Competitive wage package based on a hourly wage plus commission along with profit sharing potential & benefits. Please send cover letter and resume to: gmvernon@bannerrec.com ATTN: Parts Position
Now accepting applications for: • Camp Director • Cook • Waterfront Director • First Aid Director and • Counsellors
Is now accepting resumes for the upcoming season.
Be part of a dynamic team
CLOSING DATE March 31, 2013 Applications / resumes to: MacKenize Camp Box 133, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 or email: maccamp@shaw.ca For detailed job descriptions visit our website at www.mackenziecamp.ca All positions require a current criminal record check.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE: • Servers (Must be 19) Email: Candice@vernongolf.com • Cooks - Experience necessary • Dishwashers Email: chef@vernongolf.com • Golf Shop Sales Staff Email: shannon@vernongolf.com Please see details on the website www.vernongolf.com No phone calls please
Office Admin Assistant
Only short listed applicants will be contacted
Davison Orchards 2013 JOB FAIR
Permanent part time - 20 hours / week, flexible schedule. Must have an aptitude for detail and organization and be able to work with a minimum of supervision. Bookkeeping, Database development, MS office environment, social media, client liaison and quotes for wine tours. HTML and Photoshop an asset. Submit resumes via email to mary-jo@virtualvernon.com Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Davison Orchards would like to invite applicants interested in becoming part of our energetic team at the farm. Friday, March 8th from 4 - 6 pm Saturday, March 9th from 10 am - 4 pm 3111 Davison Road, Vernon, BC
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Apr. 5 - May 3
This year we have positions available in our retail market, coffee shop and bakery.
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Busy 6 person Re/Max real estate team requires a part time ofďŹ ce assistant. Hours can be somewhat exible but ideally 20 to 32 hours per week. Good working environment but always changing and fast paced. Real estate / ofďŹ ce experience a deďŹ nite asset but not required. Service oriented attitude and your own transportation a must. Please send resume along with a cover letter / note explaining your present situation, employment goals & wage expectations to Box 1, c/o The Morning Star, 4407 - 25th Avenue, Vernon, BC, V1T 1P5. All applications will be treated with complete conďŹ dence.
MacKenzie Camp
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Print off our website application to bring along with your resume. We’d love to meet you! www.davisonorchards.ca
First Aid & Safety
DISTRICT OF COLDSTREAM
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The District of Coldstream is accepting applications for the temporary position of Labourer 1 – Roads and Drainage for the period from April 2 to September 27, 2013. The job posting can be viewed at www.districtofcoldstream.ca, or by phoning 250-550-1505, or from the Public Works Department at Coldstream Municipal Hall. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and rÊsumÊ by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 8, 2013 to:
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NOW HIRING FOR THE 2013 SEASON
IN HOME SUPPORT We are looking for a Individual or couple who are willing to move into an individuals home and provide supports to a young man who has special needs. Applicants must have a current drivers license, criminal record check, & experience working with special needs individuals. Also seeking activity workers to work in conjunction with the support worker. Reply to Box 20 c/o The Morning Star, 4407-25 Ave, Vernon, B.C.
REAL ESTATE ASSISTANT
Help Wanted
Fax: Email:
Human Resources Department District of Coldstream 9901 Kalamalka Road Coldstream, BC V1B 1L6 250-545-4733 hr@district.coldstream.bc.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Services
Help Wanted
Counselling
USED AUTO PARTS shipper/receiver fast paced environment, must be physically fit. Computer, telephone, customer service, forklift operation, ability to meet deadlines. Benefits after 3 months. apply: lynne@autorecycling.com Wanted: Servers (3 years experience), Belly Dancers & Dancers for the Palace Restaurant and Lounge. Apply within, 3315-30th Ave, Vernon BC, or fax 250-503-0789
Trades, Technical AMS Solutions Inc. is seeking Junior, Intermediate and Senior Controls Engineers for our Enderby, BC office. AMS primarily serves the wood product industry which provides the opportunity for successful applicants to apply their skills and deploy leading - edge technologies on many different machines & processes. Typical projects involve PLC/HMI programming, Motion control, Network design, and Control Panel / Console layouts. www.amss.ca/Employment Established Roofing Company requires F/T metal roofer’s, shinglers, & labourers. Transportation a must. Reply to Box # 5 c/o The Morning Star, 4407-25th Ave. Vernon, BC V1T 1P5
FITTER/FABRICATOR
Maple Ridge shop req. full time Fitter/Fabricator with specific pressure vessel/heat exchanger experience. Can interpret shop dwgs is well versed in layout, fitting and tacking of pressure vessel tube and shell heat exchangers & tanks w/minimum supervision. Competitive Salary, with Benefits Including Pension. Please e-mail resume emmfg.com
Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 Retired but not Tired DUMP RUNS - Little Giant Trucking. (250)546-6022, 250-308-9250
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
Financial Services
Reduce Debt by up to
70%
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1-866-888-8681 www.4pillars.ca
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 REDUCE DEBT by up to 70% Avoid bankruptcy. Free consultation. BBB accredited. 250-860-1653.www.4pillars.ca
Cleaning Services SPRING CLEANING? Drop off your sleeping bags/duvets/comforters/horse blankets, at Sunshine Laundry Express located on Hwy 6next to Tim Hortons.Bring in this ad for a $2.00 discount per item.
Moving & Storage 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
Services
Pets & Livestock
Merchandise for Sale
Feed & Hay
Building Supplies
Alfalfa grass mix, under cover, $5.50/bale. Call 250309-5956 or 250-542-9419 CLEAN dry wheat straw, round. bales, delivery avail Ph 250-558-9509 Excellent 2nd & 3rd crop, grass hay, nutrient analysis avail. 250-546-6158. Ginseng tarps 24’ x 80’ for shade or windbreak. Inexpensive and attractive solution for hay shed, livestock shelter etc. $150 each. 250-558-8322. Quote available for installation. Grass Alfalfa Hay, $5/bale. 1 (250)546-6069 Hay for sale, all grass, barn stored, smaller bales, no rain $3.ea. First cut. Call or Haul Sun to Thurs. 250-547-6211. Hay for sale, barn stored, 1st crop, $4.00 bale, 70 lb bales. 250-546-3371 250-309-5910. Hay for Sale - Barn stored round bales. $40/bale. Approx 900lb/bales. (250)558-9791 Shavings or sawdust 150 yard loads.Cedar or Fir.Bark mulch. Delivered. 1 (250)8386630
2 Coats Any Colour
3 Rooms For $299,
www.sunvalleywolfkennels.com
8 Flat Trusses 30’ long $50each obo. 4 flat trusses 25’ long $40each obo. 70’ of 2” custom steel railing, In 5 sections b/w 23’-17’ long, $700 obo. 2 urinals equipped w/flush handles, $300/each obo. Cafe style serving counter. Seats 10, glass display, cash register, d/w, m/w areas. Cabinets, drawers. Lazy susans x2, Sink. Fully wired, must see! Cost $12,000 asking $4,500. 250-938-5749
FIREWOOD FOR SALE We have apple, birch, fir or pine. Delivery available. 250-260-7932
MANAGER, UTILITIES (Full-Time) Exempt
Due to a retirement, the City of Vernon is searching for a dynamic individual with demonstrated business, technical and leadership skills relating to management of a large department. Reporting to the Director, Operation Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management and operation of the sanitary sewer collection, the storm drainage and the water distribution systems within the City of Vernon. The individual will have a thorough understanding of the requirements for operation, maintenance, repair and construction of sanitary, storm and water systems, supplemented by relative supervisory and management experience. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is March 15, 2013. Please quote competition # 14-COV-13.
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
Accounting/Tax/ Bookkeeping
Accounting/Tax/ Bookkeeping
The Empty Box
Bookkeeping Services 22 years experience, full service bookkeeping including general ledger, A/R, A/P, payroll and bene�i�s, �on�� and year end, govern�en� re�i��ances and inco�e �ax prepara�ion� YOUR OFFICE OR MINE • REASONABLE RATES
Misc. for Sale
TOP DOLLAR PAID Removal, Scrap Cars & Metals, large or small, Farm & Industrial Equipment, & Complete Property Reclamation. Used Tire Sale (250)540-4815 WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240 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
BUY-SELL-CONSIGN Quality furniture, household appliances, antiques, collectables and vehicles for CONSIGNMENT. www.doddsauction.com.
CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259
Free Scrap Metal & Vehicle Removal. Nothing too big or too small! We buy batteries, $4 min 5. Call (250)309-6107 NEED BUILDING PLANS New or renovation. Call Okanagan Blue Print. 250-558-8791 Nokian tires 215/55R16 - 8 summers, 4 winter 225/55R16 $700./all; New Floor mats for Passatt grey $70. Shaw digital Box $100. 250-558-3570 Scooter-Metoer red, exc cond 50 amp/hr battery, basket, windshield, eclipse rear tote, $1800.obo (250)542-1201
19 years serving the community
Livestock
BARK MULCH FIR OR CEDAR
- Regular & Screened Sizes -
REIMER’S FARM SERVICES
250-260-0110 Antiques / Vintage
When you really need to know “The True Value” Call
Peter Blundell AA SORT OUT YOUR TREASURES!
Independent Art And Antiques Appraiser & Consultant.
250-542-4540 Guardian Estate Appraisals www.blundellartandantiques.com
Misc. for Sale Check out our March Specials on the web www.briteland.com
KELPRO COMPUTERS 2804-33rd St. Vernon • 558-0033 • Fax 558-0561
Financial Services
Financial Services
Antiques / Vintage
APPRAISALS
Computer Services
• Repair Dead Laptops • Repair Dead XBox, PS3s • PC Virus, Spyware Removal • Hard Drive Data Recovery
Gold & Silver. Private buyer buying coins, jewelry, silverware, nuggets ect. I can come to you! Todd 250-864-3521 Local Coin Collector Buying Collections, Accumulations, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins + Coin Guy: 250-863-3082 PURCHASING old Canadian & American coin collections & accumulations. 250-548-3670 Wanted: Kash for copper/pipe, plumbing, brass valves, wire, radiators etc., 250-546-3556
SHAVINGS & SAWDUST 10 TO 150 YARD LOADS
250.550.5594
We Do It All!
Misc. Wanted
Livestock
Debi Pister
Computer Services
Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description, required attachments, and method of application. Closing date is March 13, 2013. Please quote competition # 11-COV-13.
Heavy Duty Machinery
Industrial Metal Lathe & Drill Press. 1(250)546-6114
Near Drive-in Theatre
Reporting to the Director, Corporate Services, the incumbent is responsible for promoting community safety in and around the Greater Vernon area. The Safety Patrol will assist with outreach programs and be good-will ambassadors for the City.
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Fish Boat Trailer $500. or trade for a utility trailer. (250)549-3696
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OFFICE for Lease: 1000 sq ft + heritage house conversion. Updated. Downtown Vernon. Great for medical/ dental/massage/professional. Wheelchair accessible. Cabinetry included. Ample Parking on site. $1000/mo. Call to view: 250 308-2266. Available immediately.
For Sale By Owner CHOICE East Hill location 3bdrm, 1bath home. Large lot. $295,000. 1(250)558-3005
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Beautiful one or two bedroom suite available at the Victorian Retirement Residence. 250 545-0470. 3306 22nd Street Vernon, B.C. www.victorianvernon.com
Northland Asset Management Northland Apartments 4203 - 32 Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5P3 • (250) 260-1162
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250-309-1742
Clean, cozy, comfortable, 720 sq. ft. freshly painted and carpeted apartment located in a park-like setting. Close to downtown and all amenities. $610. 250-542-5498
2bdrm condo, 3appl. On site laundry. Secure building, central downtown. March 1. $850/mo. Carol 250-542-1655 2 BR condo w/outside entrance. All appliances incl w/d. Middleton Way. $800/mo. Hydro incl. Avail now until Aug. Possibly longer. Clean. N/S. N/P. Kids ok. 250-938-3864.
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Renovated Centrepoint condo 2 bedroom, 2 bath Covered parking Private; deck Laundry in unit All ages & rentals welcome. MLS® Michele Blais 250-260-8740
COLDSTREAM Rare find. Best priced smaller acreages in the Lavington area.
1.74 acre - $185,000 1.90 acre - $198,000 Exclusively listed by
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 THE PLACE to Live in Vernon
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✔ 3-4 bedroom home with suite potential, larger kitchen, backyard, walk to downtown, under $300,000. ✔ 4-5 bedroom home with suite potential eventually. Heritage welcome. Walk to downtown, private & larger yard. ✔ Heritage home wanted. 4-5 bedrooms, yard, garage or space for one, renovated or not. Michele Blais Sutton Group Realty 250-260-8740
Mobile Homes & Parks MOBILE home pads available. Located in a quiet park in the scenic Village of Nakusp. Only 3 minutes to the hospital, town, boat launch, and beach. 20 minutes to the Hot Springs. Nakusp is a hub for heli skiing, cross country skiing, hiking, fishing and numerous other activities. Pad rent $265.00 per month. Also a 1996 mobile for sale. For more info email us at nakuspmhp@telus.net or call us at 250-265-1730
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Available Mar. 1st
Available February 15
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Close to downtown. Seniors building. No Pets. Non-smoking.
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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:
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2 bedroom condo with outside entrance. Fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer. Located at 1047 Middleton Way. $795 per month, available now. Call 250-558-8728
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Senior oriented building Across from Schubert Centre Heat & hot water included. Call Mike
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VALLEYVIEW APARTMENTS
1604 31st Street 45+ Building Bachelor Suite, 1 & 2 Bedroom Available
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
1903 31A Street ■ 1 Bedroom ■ Adult ■ N/P ■ N/S ■ Balcony ■ Coin Laundry ■ Covered Parking ■ Close to Hospital
250-503-7315 VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon DOWNTOWN (APT) Bachelor unit above greek restaurant. Handy location. Available immediately. $550/mo. All included. Sorry, NS, NP. LAKEVIEW PLACE 2 bdrm, 2 bath, F/S, DW, A/C, new carpets, new paint, nice view, on-site laundry. Available immediately. $750/mo. Sorry, NS, NP. VERNON GOLF 2 bdrm, 2 bath, F/S, DW, laundry hookup. Quiet location. Available immediately. Smoker welcome. $750/mo. Sorry NP.
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1bdrm, East Hill, Lakeview Manor, hardwood floors, n/p, n/s, on-site laundry. Avail Feb 1st 250-260-5870. 1 LARGE bdrm apartment. N/P, N/S. $550 & $600 + utils. (250)307-4948
1bdrm, quiet convenient location near Schubert Center & bus route. Rent incl hot water, cable, parking, F/S. N/S. 50+. $620. Call (250)309-3763 1bdrm suite in quiet D/T location, 35+ H/W cable incl. a/c, coin laundry, elevator, no/pets, $675+DD. 250-549-4220 2bdrm 2bath condo with fantastic view of the Lake. 6 appli, a/c, & covered parking at front door. No stairs at all. N/S. $1000/mo + DD. Call Denis at 250-550-3086 2bdrm, 2bath Deluxe Condo secure adult bldg by VJH w/d, d/w, f/p, ac, ug prk $1000. incl heat. Apr 1. (250)542-6880
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& CENTURY MANOR 1 & 2 bdrm; Seniors, close to Schubert; N/S; N/P, clean and well maintained. Call: 250-275-8066 Armstrong Townhouse 2bdrm 2bath corner unit, n/s, 6-appl, $1150. April 1. (250)260-6002 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, 1 bdrm Apt. Heat & Hot water inc. Available now. 250-308-9299 Enderby apt, 2 bdrm,new floors & paint, a/c, quiet main floor, 250-308-9299. Family unit,Alexis Pk, 3bdrm, 1.5bath,a/c ns, ref’s, $975+util. April 1. 250-558-3736 Furn’d & un-furnished, 1bdrm. $800. Now. Beautiful lake view Tronson Rd. (250)542-1722 Hillside Apartments, Enderby, Large 1bdrm suite $650 + utils. Small 1bdrm suite $500 utils incl. 778-475-8283 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 Willow Manor, reno’d suites. Seniors welcome! Walk to shops $625&up 250-549-9177
Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrm suite, close to school, avail now. $650.util incl. 250307-3886 or 250-542-0527. 2bdrm, upper floor of duplex, Longacre Dr, private yard, fruit trees, stove/fridge dish washer washer/dryer outlets, require quiet tenants, n/s, no dogs. $700/mo, Paul 306-541-6912 2bdrm West Kelowna Unit, Avail now. Reno’d, 5 appls, incl’s new w/d & parking, NS, NP. $900 +utils, 250-767-6330 3bdrm 1 bath, w/d, n/s, pet neg, $900/mo Avail Now. 250558-0969, 250-938-1957 3bdrm+garage, Harwood area small pet considered. (n/p preferred)$1200 + 60% utils or $1350. all inclusive. Avail Now. 250-869-9788. 3bdrm, side by side unit, W/D h/u. In town. Avail immed. For more info call 250-545-9063 3 plex,3bdrm, 1 1/2 bath, nice, clean, reno’d,avail now. 250503-6034 or 250-307-5120. Large 3bdrm, 1.5-bath, 5-appl, N/S, pet friendly, $1200 incl util. Immed. 250-542-0122
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250-549-7258 3storey Queen Ann estate house on acreage & fruit orchard. 4bdrm + den in heritage home. 1bath with tub/ shower. Appl, f/s, dw, mw, shared w/d, gas/heat & wood fp in living room, wood stove. Formal dining room & separate sunroom. Carport, 1 vehicle. Pets neg, ns. $1300 + shared util. (250)558-3664
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250-309-1742 • 4 bedroom home on Westside Road, 35 mins to Vernon or Kelowna. Fireplace, deck, views, log home, warm feel to it. F+S, W+D, pets negotiable, $1000. • 3 bedroom larger lower suite of home. 2 pc bath (shower, no tub), yard, street parking. Pets OK. $895 incl utilities. • 2 bedroom large suite in Foothills. Newer home, 5 appliances, covered patio, beautiful views, 2 full baths, great finishing, large storage. $1100 incl utilities. vernonhomes.ca/forrent
VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 – 35TH Street, Vernon CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN Very handy 2 bdrm house, full basement, totally remodeled, new paint, new floors, F/S, WD. Garage, fenced yard, verandah and porch. Great garden area. Available immediately. $950/mo. Sorry, NS, NP.
$449 CABO San Lucas, all inclusive Special! Stay 6 Days in a Luxury Beachfront Resort with Meals & Drinks! For $449! www.luxurycabo hotel.com 1-888-481-9660.
Shared Accommodation 1bdrm, D.T. $450 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250549-0644 Bachelor room for rent in Coldstream family home on acreage. Private entrance, covered parking, gas fire place, sliding glass door to deck and back yard. On bus route, small fridge, microwave, hot plates with access to full kitchen. Shared bathroom & laundry facility. Single person only, np, absolutely ns, or parities, $550 incl wifi & utlil. Call Danny 250-260-3697 7788-212-3697 East Hill House. F/M wanted to share house with 2 other students, n/s, n/p, all utilities included, cable, wifi, laundry. $450/mo Call 250-549-0256 or 250-231-3037
Storage 20ft Secure Container Storage in Swan Lake, Vernon Area, or at your own place. (250)558-8322 RESIDENTIAL & Commercial Storage, Downtown Vernon, Secure, Heated, 10x10, Avail Immed $70/mo 250-542-5003
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1bdrm, full bath, newly reno’d, n/s, avail now, $550 util incl., 250-307-8747
1bdrm avail immed. (suits 1). N/S, N/P. Own entrance, parking & laundry. All util incl. $650/mo. 250-550-5513. 1bdrm BRAND NEW bsmnt ste. $900 incl util. Small pet ok. Avail April 1. 250-542-0778 1bdrm Bright ground level, sep ent., & yd, f/s, w/d, East Hill. n/s. P/neg Util incl $825. Avail now. 250-275-4906 1-bdrm (Large) f/s/dw, shared laundry, $700. Incl, cable, util, internet, n/p, n/s, no parties, suits 1 quiet female, Avail now 250-558-0142 leave message 1bdrm level entry, walk to Kal Beach or College, parking, private entry,laundry, bbq area, util incl., new clean suite,n/s, n/p. $750 250-938-4714. 1bdrm, sep ent, w/d, internet, quiet single, n/s, np. no parties, RR. $650. 250-503-0211 1bdrm suite avail March 1. Bright, spacious 1200sq/ft in upscale Country Springs. $800/mo incl appl, laundry, utils, internet/cable. N/S, N/P. 250-309-3337 1bdrm, w/d,f/s centrally located, util/incl, pets welcome, $850. March 1. (250)540-7695 2 - 2bdrm newly reno’d, incl util, cable, int, w/d, parking, ns/np Avl now $900. & $825. 250-540-1146, 250-542-7806 2bdr 1bath, Private entrance/ bright. Own yard, shared laundry. $900 incl utils/cable/ internet. Bella Vista area. (250)307-6628 2bdrm basement suite, 1 bath, nice clean,near Walmart, avail now..250-542-9565, 503-6034 2 bdrm, clean, quiet location, close to all amenities, g/f,laundry. $725 +50% util. n/p. 250545-0883. Armstrong 1bdrm, $625m incl util+shared laundry. np, ns, Avail immed. Ref’s. 546-9919
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PARKER COVE 2+1 bdrm, across from beach, great location, huge deck, wood stove, year round, F/S, DW. Peace & Quiet Available immediately. $900/mo. Sorry, NS, NP.
250-542-5580 EastHill, 3bdrm, large fenced yard, carport, f/s, ns, no dogs, $1250 incl. water, garbage, sewer, recycling. Avail April 1. 250-542-0775. Executive 4bdrm 3bath home, 6appl, East Hill near schools & parks. N/S, pets neg. Avail April 1. $1650. 250-309-0069 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. Avail immed. 250-503-4959. Small 3bdrm, walk to town, 1bath, 4appl, deck, large shed, large fenced yard. N/P. $1000 incl water. (778)475-3778
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
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Beautiful 2bdrm daylight suite in newer home, Enderby, private entr & prkg, w/d, f/s, f/p, lawncare. N/S, n/p. Avail Mar 1 $875.incl utils. (250)5504096 Bright, clean, 2bdrm, lower suite, close to hospital, n/s, n/p, must see, $875/mo. incl util.& laundry 250-306-4088. EAST HILL Basement Suite available for rent April 1, 2013. Large 1 bdrm + den, 988 sq ft (entire lower level), ground level separate entrance, separate parking available, bus service within block, no smoking, pet neg, mostly carpeted, gas fireplace. $700/month + utilities + DD & ref req. Suits mature persons. Contact: Ph # 250-503-8344, jljuell@shaw.ca Quiet downtown neighbourhood, close to school & shopping in Falkland. W/D, n/p, n/s. R.R. avail March 1. $600. 250306-6645. RECENTLY renovated 1 bdrm basement suite westmount area. $850 month. Inc utilities, w/d, f/s, dishwasher, ns, Quiet neighbourhood close to shopping area and bus route. Shared private yard (250)2600029. Very nice daylight basement suite on Deep Creek Rd, lrg windows, 2 bdrm, private entry, n/s, n/p, $600 incl util., avail immed. 250-308-7984.
Suites, Upper 1bdrm, BX, furn’d, Mar 1. Priv entry, balcony, beautiful view. Suits 1 person. N/dogs, N/S. $600 incl utils. 250-542-3450 2bdrm, Armstrong,w/d, f/s, new flrs, sep ent, avail immed, $900. incl util. n/s, n/p, ref’s & Deposit req’d. 250-306-9909 2bdrm + den,(attached to home), beautiful view, $850 util/incl. Vernon, n/s, n/p, Avail. 250-549-5054. 2bdrm East Hill, quiet adult building, garage/heat incl, n/s, n/p. $700. 250-542-4269 NEAR new library, reno’d 1bdrm w/hardwood flrs. $600 incl heat/hot water. N/S, N/P. (250)542-0153
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Auto Accessories/Parts FREE Removal of unwanted vehicles etc. Dead or Alive Auto Recycling. Call Leo (250)550-5245 RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty. 250-542-2685. WRECKING GM FWD CARS, motors from $250; trannies from $200; doors from $50. All parts on shelf. Since 1994. Armstrong. 250-546-9055.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: The Estate of Basil Edwards, late of #402 - 3011 Gateby Place, Vernon, in the Province of British Columbia, Retired, who died on the 27th day of September, 2012. Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Basil Edwards are hereby notified under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, Wendy Piper, c/o Nixon Wenger LLP, #301 – 2706 30th Avenue, Vernon, B.C., to the attention of Elise M. Allan, on or before the 28th day of March, 2013, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard only to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. Wendy Piper c/o Nixon Wenger LLP, Solicitors #301 – 2706 30th Avenue Vernon, B.C. V1T 2B6
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Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS RE LESLIE DONALD THEODORE WILL otherwise know as LESLIE DONALD WILL, L. DONALD WILL, DONALD WILL and DON WILL, DECEASED. Creditors having claims against the Estate of LESLIE DONALD THEODORE WILL otherwise knows as LESLIE DONALD WILL, L. DONALD WILL, DONALD WILL and DON WILL, formerly of 2505 15th Street, in the City of Vernon, in the Province of British Columbia V1T 3V5, are hereby required to send full particulars thereof to the undersigned, Keith Will, 2018 Chase Falkland Road, Falkland, BC, V0E 1W1 before March 4, 2013 after which date the Executors will distribute the said Estate amongst the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims that have been received.
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CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST EOI #ENG-13-03 Consulting Services 2013/2014 Capital Projects The City of Vernon is seeking submissions of Expressions of Interest (EOI) from engineering firms interested in providing engineering services for 2013 & 2014 Capital Projects. The EOI will be used for the purpose of prequalifying a short-list of engineering firms who will be requested to respond to separate and subsequent Request for Proposals for proposed projects. Please note: Projects are still under review and are subject to change, budget availability and availability of City forces. Submissions shall be marked “EOI#ENG-13-03 – Consulting Services – 2013-2014 Capital Projects” will be received at the office of the Purchasing Agent – Operations Yard Office, 1900 – 48th Avenue, Vernon, B.C., V1T 8Y7, up to 2:00 p.m., local time, Thursday, March 14, 2013. Further information and submission requirements may be obtained from www.vernon.ca, www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca or the office of the Purchasing Agent at the Operations Yard Office between 8:00 - 4:00, Monday to Friday.
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THIS TUESDAY, MARCH 5
CUSTOMER
SPEND A MINIMUM $35 AND CHOOSE EITHER…
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APPRECIATION DAY or… EARN…
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*With Club Card. Minimum $35.00 purchase required. Purchase must be made in single transaction. See in-store for details.
THURSDAY
7
WEDNESDAY
6
MARCH
MARCH
From March 5 to 7 automatically earn a
SAMPLE ONLY. SAVINGS COUP ON AVAILABLE INSTORE WITH ANY GROCERY PURCHASE.
with ANY Safeway grocery purchase.*
Reward to be used on your next shopping trip between March 11th and March 14th, 2013 *Make ANY Safeway grocery purchase from March 5 - 7, 2013 and automatically get a $10 off Savings Coupon. $10 off Savings Coupon valid on a minimum $75 grocery purchase made on March 11 to March 14, 2013. See instore for complete details. No Rainchecks. Qualifying purchases only. Prices effective at all British Columbia Safeway stores Tuesday, March 5 to Thursday, March 7, 2013. We reserve the right to limit sales to retail quantities. Some items may not be available at all stores. All items while stocks last. Actual items may vary slightly from illustrations. Some illustrations are serving suggestions only. Advertised prices do not include GST. ®™ Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading B.V. Used under license by LoyaltyOne, Inc. and Canada Safeway Limited. Extreme Specials are prices that are so low they are limited to a one time purchase to Safeway Club Card Members within a household. Each household can purchase the limited items one time during the effective dates. A household is defined by all Safeway Club Cards that are linked by the same address and phone number. Each household can purchase the EXTREME SPECIALS during the specified advertisement dates. For purchases over the household limits, regular pricing applies to overlimit purchases. On BUY ONE GET ONE FREE items, both items must be purchased. Lowest priced item is then free. Online and in-store prices, discounts, and offers may differ.
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