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Opposition to Ottawa’s anti-terrorism legislation hit the streets of Vernon Saturday. About 200 people protested against Bill C-51 at OkanaganShuswap MP Colin Mayes’ office. “This was one of the biggest rallies Vernon has witnessed in recent years,” said Jacqui Gingras, NDP candidate and event organizer. “To have this many people turn out on a Saturday afternoon shows how important this issue is to Colin Mayes Canadians.” While protesters claim the legislation will prevent legitimate demonstrations from occurring, Mayes insists that’s not the case. “It specifically says in the act that protesting is a freedom we enjoy and there is no attempt by the government to marginalize that,” he said. “I would never support anything that compromises our democracy and neither would our government.” Gingras was among a number of speakers Saturday, including Green candidate Dave Smith. “Never have we, in this country, faced a government so reckless with our rights and so cynical in their attempt to stoke fear and hysteria,” said Gingras. “The Conservatives want us to believe that we have to choose between our freedoms and our safety. That is a false choice.” Mayes accuses the opposition parties of using the issue of public safety for political purposes. “The RCMP and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service need the ability to stop radicalization,” he said, referring to the attacks in Ontario and Quebec last fall that
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Motorists got a bit of a surprise on Highway 97 south Saturday. North Okanagan and Central Okanagan RCMP Traffic Services combined their efforts Saturday and Sunday, focusing on the area between Vernon and Lake Country. “They set up two separate speed operations within five kilometres of each other Saturday afternoon,” said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “Drivers that thought they were free and clear to exceed the posted speed limit when they passed one speed operation were in for a bit of surprise when, five kilometres down the road, they ran into the second speed control operation. For some drivers it was a bit of a wake up.” A total of eight vehicles were impounded for excessive speeds this weekend, matching the eight from the previous weekend. Another 50 tickets were given out, the majority for speeding. “The comments by our traffic officers is this: the cement centre barriers that were placed between Vernon and Oyama last fall that offers the motoring public lots of protection against head on crashes is great,” said Molendyk. “A decrease in the level of speeding would offer the motoring public further protection against the lifechanging effects of motor vehicle crashes. Our Traffic Services officers are asking drivers to slow down. The highway is not a raceway.”
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Grade 9 student Jaden Parsons advances to the next round in the ping pong competition in Chimo Days Friday at Vernon Secondary School. See more Chimo Days photos on page A17.
Schools faced with cash cuts Morning Star Staff
More cuts are looming for the Vernon School District. The provincial government requires $437,000 of cuts in non-instructional costs in the 2015/16 school year, rising to $814,000 in 2016/17. “Our school district has suffered many cuts in funding in recent years. Finding further efficiencies without impacting our students will be very challenging,” said Kelly Smith, board chairperson. The school district spent $59.4 million of its operating grant on instruction, $9.7 million on district administration, operations and maintenance, and $2.2 million on transportation (busing stu-
dents to and from school) in the 2013/14 school year. “We’re already spending about $0.9 million or nine per cent less on administration, operations and maintenance than our peers. That has kept desperately needed resources in the classroom,” said Joe Rogers, superintendent. “But we need an efficient administrative system and clean, safe and functioning schools – and that doesn’t come for free.” The school district has forecast a small decrease in regular enrolment of 20 students to 7,820 students in September 2015. The projected provincial operating grant for the district in 2015/16 is $71.8
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The Vernon Women’s Transition House Society will receive two grants totalling more than $17,000. One grant, for $9,688, will be used for a new North Okanagan Child and Youth Advocacy Centre, which is the result of a partnership that includes the RCMP, victim services, ministry of chil-
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Gatzke pushes for rail corridor of dollars. But the Oyama resiAllan Gatzke can dent says he is in favour clearly see both sides of of the acquisition of the rail corrithe referendor because it dum question will provide a on the acquineeded boost sition of the for Oyama CN Rail corand for Lake ridor through Country, as it Lake Country. looks to conAs a proptinue to grow erty owner Allan Gatzke as a tourism that has the destination. rail corri“From our dor running through a stretch of a family’s perspective it’s family-owned orchard, a negative,” said Gatzke Gatzke says a yes vote in on Monday. “Having the referendum will see that land as private is the multi-million dol- a lot more marketable. lar lake-front property But our whole famdecrease in value by ily is still in favour (of hundreds of thousands acquiring the corridor) KEVIN PARNELL
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because of the impact it can have. We’ve come through many, many years of a slow decline in terms of economic activity but this offer is something solid and an investment in the future. I think there is an opportunity to turn around that trend with some concrete investment.” Last week Gatzke hosted a meeting at his orchard cafe where about 50 people turned out to express their views on the upcoming referendum question, set for April 25 in Lake Country. He said it started out as meeting a few people to talk about
the issue, but word quickly spread and soon they had to move the location to the cafe to accommodate more people. There are also questions about future costs of the rail corridor. “The biggest issue that the no voters have with this process is a result of a lack of trust that they have with municipal hall,” he said. “The second biggest issue is around the Indian reserve and what is going to happen around the central part of Kalamalka Lake.” At this point the Okanagan Indian Band has gone on record
as not supporting the acquisition of the rail corridor as the rail right of way travels through its traditional territory known as the commonage reserve. But Gatzke says despite the unknowns, he believes voting yes is the right thing to do. “We are ready for it. It doesn’t take long to look around Oyama and you see more empty orchards than full ones. For the Okanagan in general this is the right type of investment long term because it gets us going in the right direction.”
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Public assistance leads to arrest ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
An alert neighbour helped Vernon RCMP detain an alleged thief. At about 4:30 a.m. Saturday, the neighbour noticed a man going through his neighbour’s truck in the Mt. Fosthall Drive area.
“The police responded to the area and found a man on a bike matching the description near the 7-Eleven store near Highway 6,” said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “At first the young man said he was out for a bike ride.”
The suspect was checked and was found by RCMP to be in possession of several knives, an extendable baton and items believed to be stolen property, including several items from the truck the neighbour called about in the first place.
Pedestrian sent to hospital ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Highway 97A near L&A Cross Road was closed briefly Tuesday morning following an accident involving a pedestrian. Vernon RCMP state that shortly after 4:30 a.m., officers had been searching the highway for a man after receiving reports of a man walking in and out of traffic. “They couldn’t find the man at
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A 31-year-old Vernon man was taken into custody. He was expected to appear in Vernon Provincial Court Monday.
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hings are going to get even tighter in local school districts. An edict has come down from the provincial government that the Vernon School District chop $437,000 in non-instructional costs in the 2015/16 school year, rising to $814,000 in 2016/17. In the neighbouring North Okanagan-Shuswap district, there’s a demand for $362,784 in cuts during the upcoming school year. Premier Christy Clark, a former education minister, has little sympathy for districts. “There are a lot of places to find administrative savings and we expect them to do that. We’ve done it all across Richard Rolke government,” she said on Global Okanagan. However, it may be helpful to look at some figures. According to the Vernon School District, it spent $59.4 million of its operating grant on instruction. A further $9.7 million went to district administration, operations and maintenance, and $2.2 million on busing in 2013/14. So a grand total of $11.9 million was spent outside of the classroom. “We’re already spending about $0.9 million or nine per cent less on administration, operations and maintenance than our peers. That has kept desperately needed resources in the classroom,” said Joe Rogers, superintendent. “But we need an efficient administrative system and clean, safe and functioning schools – and that doesn’t come for free.” And part of the question that needs to be posed to Clark and the government is, what do they consider administration? Is it just guys walking around in ties barking out orders or is it the people who answer the phones at schools, push brooms or ensure paper and other supplies are stocked? Try providing efficient services and safe schools to students
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without those hard-working individuals? In the Global interview, Clark stated, “There is no reason that two school boards that are sitting right beside each other serving almost the same geographical population would have two payroll departments and two human resources departments.” That may be fair comment in large urban areas such as the Lower Mainland where districts are cheek-to-jowl, but how will that work in the Interior and the north where vast geography rules the day? Yes some payroll and HR work can be done electronically, but even in the modern era, the one-on-one experience is still the best route when dealing with employees. It should also be pointed out that at the same time Victoria is demanding cuts, the government is trying to get blood out of a stone. All districts are being asked to pay more in Medical Service Plan premiums while B.C. Hydro rates continue to climb. If Clark’s government was truly interested in preserving the sanctity of the classroom, it would assist districts with those inflationary costs. “This (cost of living), combined with the administrative cuts imposed by the province, will mean we’re looking for well over $1 million in cost reductions by 2016/17,” said Adrian Johnson, Vernon’s acting secretarytreasurer. “That’s equivalent to the cost of the teaching staff in an entire elementary school.” And so there is the bottom line. Despite guarantees from the government that its strategy won’t directly impact students, districts have no way of avoiding that scenario. A lot of administrative savings can come from shutting down a school. Residents can provide input on the Vernon district’s budget April 1, but don’t stop there. Contact the constituency offices of MLA Eric Foster (250-503-3600) and Clark (250-7688426) and let them know your thoughts.
Jobs Minister Shirley Bond announced that the minimum wage will be rising by 20 cents in September to $10.45 an hour, with all future increases tied to the B.C. consumer price index. Those increases will be determined in March with the wage hike to take effect in September, giving business time to adjust accordingly. Linking the minimum wage to inflation is a good idea to provide certainty for both business and workers as well as eliminate the temptation of using people’s livelihood for political game. Unfortunately, in linking the minimum wage to the consumer price index the government is acting on the assumption that the current rate is the definitive model. And the government’s argument fails under the weight of that one flawed assumption. While the provincial government consulted with business owners prior to announcing the changes, the same courtesy doesn’t appear to have been extended to those representing low-income earners. B.C. Federation of Labour president Irene Lanzinger said the announcement guarantees that hundreds of thousands of British Columbians will continue to live in poverty for years to come. Her call for a $15 minimum wage won’t be realized until 2034 under the government’s current plan. People often have a tendency to downplay minimum wage workers as a small segment of the society primarily made up of students looking to make a few extra bucks. But the facts show otherwise: more than 120,000 British Columbians earn the minimum wage, and almost half of those are over the age of 25. While the government has obviously listened to the concerns of business, those British Columbians struggling to put food on their family’s table will continue to have their voices go unheard. ---Black Press
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have to take exception to Mr. Macnabb's comment about the effects of charging admission to the art gallery. This is a debate which has been going on since 1759 when the British Museum first opened to the public. Admission has been free there since then. When the Conservatives in Britain insisted on public galleries and museums charging admission in the early '80s those galleries and museums that instituted admission fees saw huge drops in attendance and donations, and huge increases 15 years later when the fees were dropped. The British Museum, the Tate and the National Gallery remained free and saw an increase in attendance during that period and since. As a member of the Vernon Public Art Gallery, my visits would not generate any more funds at the door because a gallery membership includes entry
FAIR VOTE It’s actually heartbreaking to hear Bob Allen use Tommy Douglas’ name lumped together with the Conservative and Liberal parties. Tommy Douglas stood up for all Canadians, not just the wealthy and privileged. He fought for equality and democracy, a vision the other two parties don’t quite aspire to. I attended the Fair Vote Canada event in Vernon Feb. 17. This group of concerned citizens are holding presentations all across Canada on the merits of electoral reform. Three of the four local federal candidates were on hand to speak about electoral reform. In short, the NDP and Green Party are committed to electoral reform and will enact mixed member proportional (MMP) representation for the 2019 election. For example, 30 per cent of the votes would equate to 30 per cent of the seats. The Liberals committed to reviewing the electoral process within 12 months of being elected but did not commit to an outcome. The Liberal leader voted against the NDP motion for MMP in December even though half of his sitting members voted in favour of it. Mr. Trudeau supports an alternative voting system that reproduces our existing electoral system. It forces people to
and contrary to Richard Rolke's assertion that, "Unless you are forced to hand over a few bucks, you likely won't," many of us do make small donations at the door which generated $1,578 in 2014 By the way, had Richard had a Vernon Public Art Gallery membership when he visited the Kelowna Gallery he would have had free admission. While admission to Vernon Public Art Gallery exhibitions is by donation, the programs are not. Workshops, classes and other events charge set fees for participation. Let's keep admission to the gallery and museum free like the library. These public cultural amenities contribute hugely to the well-being of our community. Marion Morrison, past-president, Vernon Public Art Gallery
consider strategic voting if they are unhappy with their existing government. I look forward to the day when I and the rest of Canadians can vote with their conscious and see their values represented in Parliament. The NDP is the official opposition and received the second highest number of votes in this riding. I for one will be voting NDP to ensure MMP and electoral reform becomes a reality and not just another study. A true democracy will only be achieved when everyone’s vote counts. Kelly Stalker NOT SO WELL DONE Vernon mayor and council, it is so sad, and disappointing when kvetching outweighs the bouquets. The communications co-ordinator states potholes can be reported to city operations. We have many city vehicles coming and going that use almost every street in Vernon. They can't report the potties? We have had the same unfilled pothole on Bella Vista Road, between Crosby Road and Allenby Way, for the last three years. One series is in front of the water station at 5700 Bella Vista Rd., where a city vehicle is two to four times a week. Maybe it's not in their job
description, to report them. Regarding "Firm annexation guidelines sought" in The Morning Star Feb. 22, Mr. Quiring doesn't want this to take until the next millennium. Where were you sir and other elected councillors when the core review, paid for by the taxpayers,said, amalgamation was the answer? Finally, Mr. Anderson (the newbie) was disappointed with only 17 returns, out of the hundreds that went out to business, wanting input from the public. Maybe the questions were of little value, or why bother, nothing changes. When we do give input, it's mostly to no avail. As an example, the water referendum for $70 million was rejected, but the powersthat-be will not give it up. Throwing more money in after bad? Rose Pollock LAUNDRY BLUES Apparently the Interior Health Authority is set upon amalgamating the laundry facilities. I wonder if they know about Toronto's foray into this field. They amalgamated their laundry facilities with the idea that they would save money. I think they had second thoughts when the cost doubled. I think they had third thoughts
when the cost tripled. Unfortunately for them, tripling wasn't the end of their problems as the costs continued to skyrocket past tripling. How about investigating this and re-thinking this proposal? Remember, this is not ordinary laundry, it is hazardous hospital products that require much more attention to quality. Do we really want a low bidder to do this work? Bob Blakely LINE PAINTING Please refresh the line paint on our major roads — 48th Avenue, 25th Avenue and pedestrian crossings. So many of them are faded and nearly non-existent. It is very difficult to see them clearly in the rain or at night. With summer coming and tourists driving our streets, never mind the older drivers in this city, this can be a real hazard. I have witnessed confused drivers trying to determine where the lines are late on a rainy night. It's something that is simple to carry out and surely in the maintenance budget. Please ensure that everyone can clearly see their lanes to make the roads safe for everyone. J. Rose
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Shoparama has once again chosen to support the Salvation Army food bank at the annual spring market. The event runs March 28 and 29 at the Vernon Recreation Complex. “Keeping up with the demand made on the food bank is always a challenge but Shoparama organizers and patrons continue to step up to the challenge,” states a Salvation Army press release. “Last year 1,400 pounds of food and $1,600 cash were donated to help keep the food bank shelves filled.” To date this year, 10 per cent of those visiting the food bank are new households. “These are individuals who are on disability, between jobs, waiting for employment income to start, or experiencing any number of life situa-
tions where they humbly turn to the community for help,” states the release. “We are glad to be there in their time of need, and we do so with the help of our neighbours.” Suggested donation items include: Tuna/salmon; Peanut butter; Rice; Canned vegetables; Canned tomatoes and sauce; Stews; Kids’ healthy snack items; Baby needs; “If visitors to this wonderful spring market arrive without food items, they can simply donate cash at the familiar Christmas kettle at the front door of the complex,” states the press release.
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A delegation of five North Okanagan-Shuswap School District students will attend OUTshine 2015, a national gay-straight alliance summit in
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Poppa Dawg continues to howl the blues Rick Halisheff and his band bring the blues back to the Vernon Jazz Club Saturday AmAndA morAzAin For The Morning Star
The Vernon Jazz Club will be heading to the dog house as Poppa Dawg takes over the stage Saturday night. This gritty band will be playing slinky grooves of New Orleans to the down and dirty grunge tunes of Chicago and all points in-between including Mannish Boy (Muddy Waters), Big Legged Woman (Freddie King), and Hit the Road Jack (Ray Charles). Rick “Poppa Dawg” Halisheff ’s guitar and vocals will be joined by Brian “Skip” Maguire on drums and vocals and Dwight Nelson on bass. Halisheff touts his influences as extremely varied from Dr. John and Ray Charles to Freddie King and Howlin’ Wolf. He has toured extensively throughout Western and Northern Canada with stints in La Paz, Mexico at The City of Peace Blues Festival and was recently a semifinalist in the 29th International Blues Challenge in Memphis. It was because of this performance that he was recommended by Powder Blues’ own Tom Lavin for a slot at the 2013 Calgary International Blues Festival, where he played before guitarist Jimmie Vaughan. Halisheff has shared the stage as a side man with such artists as Sonny Rhodes, Kenny ‘Blues Boss’ Wayne and Harpdog Brown and as an opener for many years for John Mayall, Colin James, Jeff Healey, and Powder Blues. When asked what initially drew him in to the world of blues and what ultimately
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Kelowna blues man rick “Poppa dawg” Halisheff and his band are back in town Saturday to shake up the Vernon Jazz Club with their brand of r&B, blues and soul. keeps him there he replied: “A lifelong, although unknowing, love of the music.” “I have played all kinds of stuff in my career such as punk, new wave, country, rock, etc. but the one form of music that speaks to my sense of expression has
always been the blues, R&B and soul. This business can be real exasperating at times as most of us do everything on our own but the joy far exceeds the tasks even though 90 per cent of what you do is off the stage. (I) wouldn’t have it any other way.”
His love for the blues comes through, loud and clear. Craig Ruskey from MN Blues says, “Halisheff ’s voice is strong, with a whiskey-soaked edge, and as a songwriter, he tackles interesting subjects with a humorous, tongue-in-cheek style, while his guitar work is focused and to-the-point.” Canadian blues guitarist, JW Jones exclaims, “Power, style, tone, feel, and energy are the ingredients that make Poppa Dawg a force to be reckoned with.” Halisheff has released four critically acclaimed albums both with his former band Dogskin Suit and as Poppa Dawg. The latest CD, What You Got, is still gaining airplay around the world and has been featured on Saturday Night Blues on CBC, Galaxie and throughout the U.S. and Europe. One of Halisheff ’s tracks, Deepest Shade of Blue, is the title and story line of a local short musical film by Gary Potzkai. Poppa Dawg has now teamed up with Mario Brox and Concept Entertainment and is gearing up to for another busy year with Europe and points south on the horizon. Maguire has been playing with Poppa Dawg and his band Dogskin Suit for almost 16 years. He has shared the stage with artists such as James Cotton, John Lee Hooker, Willie Dixon, Buddy Guy and Junior Wells. Born and raised in rural Saskatchewan, music has always been an interest for Nelson who played his first professional gig at 15. He is a founding member of the Regina Delta Blues Association, which is known for the Mid-Winter Blues Festival. Poppa Dawg takes the stage at the Vernon Jazz Club (3000-31st St.) this Saturday at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $20 at the Bean Scene, Bean to Cup and at www.vernonjazz.ca.
North Okanagan artists named as finalists for Okanagan Arts Awards Morning Star Staff
A number of North Okanagan artists and organizations have been nominated as finalists for this year’s eighth annual Okanagan Arts Awards. Presented by the Arts Council of the Central Okanagan, artists, art supporters and organizations from the region will be recognized for their commitment and excellence in the arts at the gala award presentation, March 28 at the Rotary Centre for the Arts in Kelowna. The Okanagan Arts Awards honours artists from various disciplines though 14 different categories: visual arts, theatre, dance, music, literary, design, media arts, graphic arts, culinary, supporter of the arts, arts educator, arts organization and youth and lifetime achievement.
The nominees represent a wide range of talents from is nominated along with David Kopp of Kelowna and communities throughout the Okanagan and Thompson Penticton’s Many Hats Theatre Co. Valleys. A complete list of the finalists can be viewed at www. Locals named as finalists include the Enderby Artists vernonmorningstar.com/entertainment. Initiative, which runs the Coatcheck Gallery in Enderby. Winners will be presented with a hand-carved sculpture They are up for the Central Okanagan Foundation Arts commissioned by Kamloops artist Dennis Cound. Association Award, along with the Alternator Centre for Opening reception for the March 28 awards gala at the Contemporary Art and Brian Wilson with the Okanagan Rotary Centre for the Arts begins at 6 p.m. and the award Archive Trust Society. presentations and concert start at 7 p.m. Also nominated is Shuswap-based artist and educator The concert offers a rich variety of performances, and is Tatianna O’Donnell, one of the founders of the Enderby followed by an after party at the same location. Artists Initiative, who is up for the supporter of the arts Tickets for the 2015 Okanagan Arts Awards are $40, availalong with Shelly Vida and Lynda Norman, both of Kelowna. able online at selectyourtickets.com or at the Rotary centre’s In theatre, Armstrong’s Asparagus Community Theatre box office at 421 Cawston Ave. Phone: 250-717-5304.
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Cougar Annie shoots again Morning Star Staff
A Vancouver Island legend is being brought back to life. Singer-songwriter Katrina Kadoski is back in the North Okanagan with her one-woman musical presentation, Cougar Annie Tales, which tells the story of California-born Ada Annie Jordan, and her travails living in the wilderness of Clayoquot Sound. Kadoski, who last appeared at Lorenzo’s Café in November, has just headed out from Victoria on a spring tour of Cougar Annie Tales and performs at Centennial Theatre in Armstrong, Monday. The show is being presented by Asparagus Community Theatre. “Asparagus Community Theatre is trying to bring more theatre into Armstrong and Centennial Theatre, and we are hosting our first crack at this on Monday,” said Maryke Simmonds, with Asparagus. Cougar Annie Tales follows Jordan after she moved to the coastal rainforest of Vancouver Island in 1915 with her first husband and three young children. A five-acre garden that she carved out of the wilderness provided food and income throughout her long life. “The bounty on cougars supplemented her income and she earned her moniker of Cougar Annie by shooting more than 70 of the animals,” said Kadoski, adding, “Annie gave birth to eight more children in this remote location, and in fact rarely left the property until old age and blindness forced her removal to Port Alberni, where she died just shy of 97.” Kadoski spent close to three years at Cougar Annie’s garden, immersing herself in the folklore surrounding the legendary pioneer-settler.
Katrina Kadosky returns to the North Okanagan with her theatrical production Cougar Annie Tales, coming to the Centennial Theatre in Armstrong, Monday. Her award winning, critically acclaimed one-woman show has been touring around B.C. since and is drawn from many sources, including Annie’s family. Cougar Annie Tales uses dramatic narrative, images, letters, and original compositions to celebrate the unconventional life of one of B.C.’s most colourful local characters. Kadoski’s tour has been made possible with support from Victoria’s Intrepid Theatre. Cougar Annie Tales takes the stage at Centennial Theatre, 3305 Pleasant Valley Rd., Armstrong, Monday at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance at The Guy Next Door (3450A Okanagan St., 250-546-0950) or $18 at the door.
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Kelowna’s Prospera Place has announced that a selection of premium side stage seating will be released for the highly anticipated Aerosmith concert on July 13. “These seats were originally held back for release if local demand warranted. As a result of strong sales in Kelowna and finalized production requirements, these
excellent seats are being made available,” said Sean Bianchini, Prospera’s events and marketing manager. America’s greatest rock band, Aerosmith will take the stage at Prospera Place for this summer’s ultimate rock ‘n roll experience. Aerosmith – Steven Tyler (vocals), Joe Perry (lead guitar), Brad Whitford (guitar), Tom Hamilton (bass) and Joey
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Sarah Gabriel reads a story to Sasha Pisiak, Jake and Louis Black at Maven Lane. The author and speaker is one of the storytellers at this Saturday’s Come Celebrate Spring storytelling dinner event at the Japanese Cultural Centre from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Storytelling, a delicious multicultural feast and drumming are all part of the celebration as the Vernon Interfaith Project hosts its latest event, in partnership with the First Nations Journey with Elders group. Taking place Saturday at the Japanese Cultural Centre, the Come Celebrate Spring storytelling dinner event is open to all ages, and children are particularly welcome. This evening of fun, learn-
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ing, sharing and making new friends begins at 5 p.m. with an outdoor “smudge” blessing for books donated by Trinity United Church, including The Inconvenient Indian as well as copies of the play, We’re Already Home, donated by the Vernon Interfaith Project. The books are being given to all of the high schools in the district, and everyone is welcome to participate in this book blessing. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. featuring a sampling of foods
from around the world. In the spirit of “honouring our elders,” storytelling will take place throughout the evening, with the program beginning at 7:30 p.m. Children and adults from different faith and cultural groups will perform for the program, reading and telling stories, which they have prepared with expert storytellers. The highlight of the program will be storytelling through drumming. Special guest Robin Genthon will cho-
reograph a drumming group with participants of all ages who want to take part in the drumming grand finale. Dinner and refreshments are by donation. The Japanese Cultural Centre is at 4895 Bella Vista Rd. in Vernon. This event is hosted by the Vernon Interfaith Project in partnership with the First Nations Journey with Elders group, Vernon and District Immigration Services Society, the Japanese Cultural Society and the Vernon library.
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hen I was growing up, St. Patrick’s Day was always celebrated in our family. My dad is of Irish descent and would tell us all manner of stories that included lepreCathi Litzenberger chauns, fairies, pots of gold at the end of rainbows, along with tales of how St. Paddy rid Ireland of the snakes by playing his pipe and having them follow him to the cliffs where they fell into the sea and drowned. Even though today is the 18th, it’s still not too late to try one of these Irish recipes. The first is sure to be a favourite of most families and the second is a traditional cabbage and spud dish. Easy-Triple-Layer-Pistachio-Pie 1-1/4 cups Oreo Baking Crumbs
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crust. Top with remaining Cool Whip and nuts. Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm. Creamy Irish Potatoes 2 lb. (900 g) baking potatoes (about 6), peeled, quartered 1 lb. (450 g) cabbage, shredded 1 pkg. (250 g) Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, cubed 2 green onions, chopped, divided 4 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled Cook potatoes and cabbage in separate pans of boiling water until tender, cooking cabbage 10 to 12 min. and potatoes 15 to 17 min.; drain. (Do not combine.) Heat oven to 350 F. Place potatoes in large bowl. Mash with cream cheese until blended. Add cabbage and half the onions; mix well. Spoon into 1.5-L casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 35 to 40 min. or until heated through. Top with bacon and remaining onions.
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“Where can you find such an inexpensive fitness activity,” asks Val McDougall, the president of the Vernon Outdoors Club (VOC). “For a $25 membership, you can hike every Sunday from April until October, and go on rambles and bike rides through the spring and fall, and snowshoe all winter!” The club started in 1976 when a few wilderness-loving souls organized some hikes around Vernon. Later a mid-week program of low-level hiking (rambling) was set up, followed by a mid-week biking program. Since then, hundreds have enjoyed the outdoors together and somehow, with a current membership or more than 200, there is still room for anyone who shares a passion for the outdoors. McDougall, who works full time, joined the club seven years ago after sending her husband, an avid outdoor enthusiast, out a year earlier to scope it out. “I didn’t know if I was fit enough,” she said, adding that she started with easier hikes at the beginning of the
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The Vernon Outdoors Club begins its hiking and biking season in early April and new members are always welcome. season. “You can choose activities to suit you.” The hikes, bike rides and rambles are scheduled ahead of time and posted on the web site at www.vernonoutdoorsclub.org. The travel time, length of the hike/ bike ride, and intensity of the activity are noted. “Some people think it’s a group for older, retired people, but it’s for anyone who wants physical fitness and loves the outdoors,” said McDougall. “I go for the sheer beauty of where we go, and because of the great people I meet. “I have found the more experienced members act as mentors offering encour-
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agement and advice.” She explains that because the group carpools, (with passengers paying a gratuity to the drivers), anyone who has an acceptable fitness level for the activity is able to come whether they have an appropriate vehicle or not. Curtis Shields works out-of-town and comes on Sunday hikes when he can. He first learned about the VOC from their book, Hiking Trails Enjoyed by the
Vernon Outdoors Club. The book was helpful but he had some questions, contacted a member and ended up joining. He’s younger than most members but said, “Frankly age doesn’t seem to matter when you have the same goal, to get up the mountain.” Shields has helped with scouting and clearing the trails, and appreciates the preparation that goes on before every activity. “I used to hike with
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my buddies but we would have trouble finding the trail head or find out the road was closed,” he said. “With the VOC, you decide what hike you want to do, pack your lunch, put on your over-theankle hiking boots and show up. You know you always will get there.” Early season hikes are easier and tend to be closer to Vernon. Then as the snow melts on the higher slopes, the club makes longer day trips and more ambitious hikes and bike rides. These scheduled activities are augmented with other outings. Last year VOC organized a hiking trip to Waterton Lakes National Park and a biking trip to Winthrop, Wash. This year, there is a hiking trip booked to Cathedral Lakes in August and a bike trip to Whistler in September. Colin Baxter has been a VOC member for 21 years. “I like getting out and doing what I love to do with like-minded people,” he said. As a seasoned veteran who enjoys hiking and biking, he finds the organization continues to be self-sustaining. “It’s like a living organism, welcoming new members every year,” said Baxter. Gearing up for another year, the VOC is holding its annual general meeting March 31 at 7 p.m. at the Schubert Centre. Members and prospective members are invited to attend.
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Voets Kaffee. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hours subject to change. the sChUBert CeNtre has a wonderful Thrift Store in its basement. Full variety of dress and casual clothes for men and women. They have housewares, jewelry, material, bedding, craft items etc. Hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. They accept donations of gently used clothing, jewelry,household goods etc. We would love to accept larger donations but picking them up is quite difficult. Every second Saturday of the month The Schubert Centre has a pancake breakfast and the Thrift Store is open 8 to 11 a.m., usually with a great deal on most items i.e. two-for-one or fill a bag etc. Quality items at low prices. Everything on display is cleaned, ironed, mended and tested for working order before sold. Items in stock for most popular holidays, Christmas, Halloween etc. If you feel you have four hours a week to spare and would like to volunteer and help out in the Thrift Store, please call 250-549-4201. LADies of the roYAL pUrpLe VerNoN LoDge #123 invite all former and new members to join us at the Elks Hall at 1 p.m. for our meetings or come at noon and bring your lunch. We meet every third Wednesday of the month. You will make new friends or reacquaint with old ones. Come join us. Info., call Judy at 542-6574. KALAMALKA toAstMAsters Come practise your speaking skills with us in a comfortable, supportive and fun environment. We meet Wednesday evenings at the Holiday Inn Express. For more info., call Laurie at 250-306-1371, and visit our website kalamalkatoastmasters.ca. NArCotiCs ANoNYMoUs Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Path to Recovery, 3204 Alexis Park Dr., behind Knox Church (open to the public, 12-step meeting, Traditions meeting, wheelchair access); 24-hour helpline is at 1-866-778-4772. the hALiNA CrAfters Meet every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. Cost waived as crafts are made for the centre’s gift shop. If you are 50+ and like to craft, come on out and join the fun. We’re at 3310-37th Ave. Call 250-542-2877 for more information. AA MeetiNgs oN WeDNesDAYs Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; an open meeting and handicap accessible. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H). Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) Handicap access. (X) no handicap access. For more info., call 250-545-4933. pAreNt AND ChiLD WALK iN the pArK Hosted by Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre. Everyone welcome, meet 10 a.m., Wednesdays at 2905-29th Ave. Meet other parents, get fit and win a prize. Step challenge, pedometer supplied for the walk. Join anytime. For more information, call 542-7578. tops (tAKe off poUNDs seNsiBLY) Meets Wednesdays 9 to 9:45 a.m. with meetings 10 to 11 a.m. at Trinity United Church on Alexis Park Drive. Call Debbie at 250-542-0187 or Bev at 250-542-9381. NorDiC WALKiNg An exercise that uses all of the major muscle groups of the body. A walking program using poles is available every Wednesday 11 a.m. to noon at the Lumby Community Hall, 2250 Shields Ave. Instruction on how to use the poles and poles are available for no cost. Info., Bill or Carole at 250-547-2047.
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CApsULe CoLLege preseNts eND of Life issUes Panel discussion March 19, Vernon library, 7 p.m. Admission by donation. Dr. Susan Beck, retired veterinarian, will moderate a panel consisting of Dr. David Kennedy: special inter-
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unrise Grief Retreat Society will be holding the spring retreat May 1 to 5 at Deep Creek Retreat House (approx. 18 km south of Salmon Arm). This is a residential retreat providing a safe environment to explore the grief journey with compassion and respect for an individual’s process. The retreat has a team of healthcare professionals and complementary therapists and includes group sessions, massage therapy, healing touch, guided meditation and gentle yoga. For an application, visit www.sunrisegriefretreat. org or call Andrea Hoye at 250-307-7850 for more information.
ests in dementia, assisted death, and drug policy Centre lobby for the month of April issues; Rev. Bob Thompson: member of Interior VerNoN CoMMUNitY BAND We always welHealth Research Ethics Committee with interests come new players so bring your instrument (or in hospice and planning for more satisfying, rent one) and have fun with us! Practices 7 – enriched final days and months; Dirk Sigalet, 9 p.m. every Wednesday at Vernon secondary QC: “How to use the law for your end of life”; school. We play everything from jazz, Broadway and Ruth Edwards, Hospice executive director, musicals, marches, light rock, classical and more! will discuss palliative approach to end-of-life Call band leader Toni at 250-549-2414. care, including a new community education pro- oKANAgAN CoMMUNitY proJeCts is a gram called “Living Well/Dying Well.” This talk group of citizens, living in the Okanagan Valley, is a scholarship fundraiser for Ok. College spon- interested in participating in projects that will sored by Vernon library and Canadian Federation help build and support the community. We are creating a network of people who have a project of University Women (CFUW). the CoMMUNitY seNiors’ feLLoWship idea or who would like to help build or support LUNCheoN Meets at Okanagan Landing Church a project. We will be meeting the first and third March 19 at 10:45 a.m. The theme is “St. Thursday of every month at 7 p.m., at the People Patrick’s Day!” There will be special music by Place. You can join our Facebook group by John & Marilyn Giesbrecht, a testimony shared searching Okanagan Community Projects. For by Shirley Unrau, and group singing with Karl more info., call Sarah at 250-309-2620, Jack at and the Sing-Along Band followed by lunch. 250-938-4202 or Darren at 250-938-1751. hoLD YoUr eVeNt At the sChUBert Plan to come and bring a friend! the pArKiNsoN’s sUpport groUp meets CeNtre The Schubert Centre is a great place to at the People Place the third Thursday of every hold your wedding, grad, bar mitzvah, memorial month, September through June at 1 p.m. There service, birthday party/luncheon/dinner, meetis no speaker scheduled for March 19, but there ings and a whole lot more in between. They will be an informal gathering with sharing of can accommodate up to 300 people in the audiinformation along with questions and answers. A torium, 120 in the banquet room (with its own reminder that Dr. Jennifer Takahashi, a neurolo- entrance), up to 50 in the meeting room and 75 gist from Kamloops, will speak at our April 16 in the Coffee House and are famous for their meeting. Everyone interested in the disorder is catering. The centre also provides meals for The welcome to attend. For more information, con- Meals on Wheels program. Call 250-549-4201 for further information or to book your event. tact Gord/Pat Nuyens at 250-542-9026. CANADiAN soCietY of qUesters Meet VerNoN siLVer stAr qUiLters meet March 19 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Centre for Spiritual from September to June on the first and third Living, 2913-29th Ave., Vernon. Cost $5. A talk Thursdays of the month from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at with Natasha J. Rosewood, intuitive, manifesta- St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5151 Alain Rd., off tion coach, energy dynamics facilitator, TV/radio Silver Star Road, just east of Butcher Boys. personality, palmist, author, spirit medium, past LAKesiDe tAi Chi Tai chi for your body, mind and soul Thursdays and Tuesdays at noon, Kal life regressionist. Everyone welcome. SYMPHONY OF THE SOILS fiLM sCreeNiNg Fitness, 100 Kalamalka Lake Rd., with instructor presented March 19 at 7 p.m. at the Schubert Tim Miller. Fun, relaxing atmosphere. Come join Centre by Allan Brooks Nature Centre in partner- us! For more information, call 250-549-1240. ship with the BCIA, FASNO and SENS. After BoYs CLUB Christian learning, badges, games, the film, join us for discussion with local soils campouts, biking, swimming, hiking, skating and experts, and a facilitated breakout session. Doors crafts. Boys ages five to eight meet at East Hill Community Church, Thursdays 6 to 7 p.m. Boys open at 6:30, cost is $5. Tickets at the door. feDerAtioN of CANADiAN Artists ages nine to 13 meet at the Vernon Christian North oKANAgAN Are you an artist looking School gym, Thursdays 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Cost to improve your work, exhibit your paintings, is $30 per boy. Call 250-545-3926 for more info. and learn from professional artists? Our VERNON AREA PROLIFE group can help. Plan to attend a monthly ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING meeting of the North Okanagan Federation Wednesday March 18th of Canadian Artists. We meet the third at the Schubert Centre 3503 30th Ave. Thursday of each month at the Vernon Arts Centre, 2704A Hwy.6 at Polson Park, and This year we are featuring as our Guest speaker Monica you’re welcome to join us. Next meeting is Rhoddis prominent pro-life speaker and past president of the BC Pro life Society and Life Canada. She will be March 19 from noon to 2 p.m. at the People speaking about "Challenging the Culture". Place, 3402-27th Ave., room 003. Info., Doors open @ 6pm with dinner @ 6:30pm. www.northokanaganfca.com or call Diana Tickets are available at the Pro Life Thrift store 3102- 31st at 250-558-4834. We look forward to seeing Ave. or at St James Parish Centre. $20 Adult $10, 18 yrs you soon! The NOFCA exhibit “Spring... & younger. Feel free to come at 7:15pm to hear Monica and all it can be” will be held in the Arts Rhoddis speak if you can not attend the dinner.
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Ave. (H) Meeting, open, 10 a.m., Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. Closed meeting 8 p.m., Mug and Muffin, 2801B-34th St. Meeting (X) open, 8 p.m., VTC, 2810-48th Ave. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) handicap access. (X) no handicap access. 250-545-4933 vernOn and distriCt animal Care sOCietY We have a lost-and-found cat registry. If you have found a cat, or your cat has gone missing, please call Margaret at 542-3980 with a description of the cat and we will do our best to help. The registry is anonymous, if you wish, we only require information about the cat. free legal drOp-in CliniC Every Thursday from 7 - 9 p.m. Open to all, regardless of financial circumstances, volunteer lawyers provide up to 15 minutes of basic advice on legal issues. For more information, call Access Pro Bono at 1-877-762-6664. By appointment only.
kalamalka weavers & spinners guild meets The third Thursday of each month, September to June, at the Vernon Community Arts Centre (Polson Park) at 7 p.m. Hands on, show and tell. All welcome. Info., call Trixie at 250-545-7819. rOYal Canadian legiOn BranCH 167 lumBY Fun darts every Thursday at 7:15 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 6:45 p.m. tHe gOOd fOOd BOx enderBY Boxes can be picked up every third Thursday between noon and 3:45 p.m., Evangelical Chapel on Mill Street, across from the credit union. Info., call 838-6298. gOOd fOOd BOx piCk-up reminder Your box of nutritious fruits and vegetables (with easy seasonal recipes) is available for pick up at All Saints Anglican Church or Trinity United Church the third Thursday of the month. Call Diane at 250-306-7800 for details or go to www.goodfoodbox.net new HOpe fOr widOw/ers weeklY COffee grOup Every Thursday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at our office in the People Place, #003, 3402-27th Ave., People Place. This is a drop in gathering where those who have been widowed can meet in a safe atmosphere to make friends and share comYou , mon experiences. k wor vernOn liOns CluB meets First you ! and third Thursdays of the month at the ve Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave., 6 p.m. New dri members welcome. Call Leslie Andrew at 250-503-0917 for more information. pYtHian sisters vernOn temple #21 Meets the first and third Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre. Contact Patricia at 250-558-5413. COmmOn tHreads Ministering to the needs of our community. Free, good quality used clothing and footwear. Every Thursday 9:30 a.m. - noon and Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. at Vernon Alliance Church. Call 545-7105. Halina seniOrs Centre danCes Every Thursday from 2 - 4 p.m. in the Halina Room. Doors open 1 p.m. Dancing to old-time country music. Everyone 50+ welcome. Cost: $4 members, $5 non-members and if you’re just coming to sit and TH listen the cost is $1. We are at 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. For more information, call 250-542-2877. al-anOn meeting Thursdays 1:30 p.m., Trinity United Church on Alexis Park Drive. CanCer relaxatiOn suppOrt grOup For people living vernOn & distriCt metis assOCiatiOn Bannock days with cancer and their support persons. Meets Thursdays at 3:30 every first and third Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. starting October p.m., People Place, 3402-27th Ave. For more information contact in our new office at the People Place, 3402 27th Ave., suite #101. Colleen at 250-550-8802. time Out needlewOrk at Halina seniOrs’ Centre For those who like to socialize and do crafts every Thursday from 1 to danCe at tHe enderBY seniOrs’ COmplex March 20 3 p.m. If you enjoy counted thread needlework, cross stitch and/ from 2-4 p.m., The Backyard Band is playing; $5 at the door. or hardanger come and join us for an afternoon of stitching and Everyone welcome. socializing. We are a small group that enjoy stitching, teaching JOin us fOr karma YOga Fridays from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at the Yoga Room², 3105-28th Ave. (upstairs), Vernon. By donation, and learning. For more info., call 250-542-2877 or just drop by. vernOn strOke reCOverY BranCH Meets every Thursday with funds donated to local charities. Weekly teacher rotation. For except for the first Thursday of the month, from 9:30 a.m. to more information, call 250-503-0212. 12:30 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave. Support to stroke irisH nigHt Sing along and dance to the Chilly Creekers March survivors, their families and caregivers; socialization, recreational, 20 at 7 p.m. at All Saints Anglican Church hall. Tickets are $10 educational activities to enhance, develop and maintain motor and from the church office. For info., call Molly at 542-4735. vernOn seedY saturdaY March 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. cognitive skills. Call Mary-Joan Giffin at 250-260-8029. aa meetings On tHursdaYs Meeting, Monday to Sunday, 7 at the Vernon Recreation Complex. Features locally grown heira.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; this is an open meeting and is handi- loom seeds, community seed exchange, educational displays, cap accessible.. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th children’s activities and Sierra Club Foundation’s Protect the
Pollinators Tour. Admission by donation. See www.facebook. com/events/434822590005938/. Presented by SENS and Vernon In Transition. nature walk March 21 at 9 a.m., join the North Okanagan Naturalists’ Club for a morning spent observing birdlife at ponds in The Commonage area. Meet at Rose’s Pond on Commonage Road. This will be a driving tour to several locations. Info., call Harold at 250-503-2388. Optional coffee stop after. sierra CluB Canada fOundatiOn’s prOteCt tHe pOllinatOrs tOur Join us for a presentation and discussion on pollinators, pesticides and environmental protection. Talks by John Bennett, national program director of Sierra Club Canada Foundation, and Paul McKay, author of The Kepler Code. March 21 from 12:30 - 3 p.m., Vernon Recreation Centre, 3310-37th Ave. Harm reduCtiOn in tHe eleCtrOniC/wireless age Learn ways to reduce harm from cell and cordless devices, Smart Meters, routers, antennae, “dirty electricity.” Doctors Malcolm Paterson, Ph.D, cancer/DNA researcher, and Ross Andersen, DC, ND, present March 21 from 12:30 to 5 p.m. at the Seniors 5th Ave Activity Centre in Salmon Arm. Potluck to follow if you can stay! Entry is $5; teens/students free. COnQuer lOwer BaCk pain fOrever: free wOrksHOp presented by Dr Roger Drinkwater. Learn how to rebuild the lower back, knees and hips for the repair and prevention of injury and pain. Learn to move your body correctly and to build a foundation of strength and flexibility, to support an active lifestyle. Presentation, plenty of discussion and time on the mat to experience this back injury treatment program. March 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Inner Light Yoga and Wellness, 2807-44th Ave., Vernon. Email or phone for more info.: 250-307-7485 or newbacktherapy@gmail.com interfaitH — COme CeleBrate spring 2015 We invite all family members to join Interfaith and the First Nations “Journey with Elders” group at a spring storytelling event at the Japanese Cultural Centre (4895 Bella Vista Rd., Vernon) March 21 from 5 to 8:30. The activities begin at 5 p.m. with dinner being served at about 5:30. Throughout the evening there will be storytelling, special activities for children and the grand finale will be storytelling through drumming led by Robin Genthon involving guests who wish to participate. A book blessing by Mollie Bono takes place at 5 p.m. Admission is by donation. sHake YOur BeautY: a daY Of danCe fOr wOmen Come and enjoy dancing in African, belly dance, and burlesque jazz with light stretches following the dancing and a celebration treat in honor of the 10th anniversary of this event. March 21, starting with 9:30 a.m. registration, light lunch provided. Fundraiser for the Family Resource Centre women’s programs, cost is $20 donation and pre-registration is required. For more info., call 250-545-3390. kaHa:wi danCe tHeatre’s marCH Break danCe Camp Hosted by the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre, March 24 to 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., this exciting opportunity is free for ages 12-18. Lunch and complimentary tickets for TransMigration on March 28 are provided for participants. Award-winning artistic director Santee Smith will be leading the camp; specialties include choreography and contemporary, traditional, hip hop and dramatic dance. Call Ticket Seller at 250-549-SHOW (7469) to register. ukuleles fOr fun will meet March 22 at the Army & Navy Club, 1:30 p.m. for beginners, 2 p.m. for regular players. For more info., call 250-542-4912.
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Grade 12 student Dayln Ponipal (top photo) performs with the help of her friends during Chimo Days Friday at Vernon Secondary School. Cole Flick-Belus (middle) belts out a ‘super’ rendition of a Katie Perry song. Kenzie Sweeney lines up her shot as she competes in the darts event.
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Joan Albert and her step granddaughter Aisha Penner, seven, make colour wheels during a class at the Vernon Public Art Gallery.
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Ella Garrod, eight, works on a colour wheel during an art theory class inspired by Johannes Itten at the Vernon Public Art Gallery. The gallery holds Family Saturdays every week from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. for $5 to $7 per participant. Call 250-545-3173 to pre-register.
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On behalf of the Vernon Curling Club, I wish to extend our thanks to all the generous sponsors listed below who supported and contributed to the huge success of the BC Provincial Open Stick Curling Championship that was held at the Vernon Curling Club on February 28 and March 1, 2015. Thirty two teams from all over the province competed in this event and your contributions helped make this the best BC Provincial Championship ever held. It is only through the generosity that you all have shown that we were able to put on such a successful event. Thank you all so much! Phil Culbert, Chairperson 2015 BC Provincial Open Stick Curling Championship
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Gardening enthusiasts are ready for spring. A Seedy Saturday event will be held at the Vernon Recreation Complex Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. “It is a day when gardening enthusiasts get together to buy local seeds and plants directly from the growers, hear other gardeners speak, share experience and information, meet local food producers and enjoy being surrounded by their local gardening community,” said Heather Miller, one of the organizers. “Seedy Saturday also includes a community seed swap table where people bring their extra seeds or plants to share with others and can take seeds and plants that they want.” Seedy Saturday is sponsored by the Sustainable Environment Network Society and Vernon In Transition. “The recreation complex will be filled with local seed and plant sellers, beekeepers, local food and local natural products,” said Julia Lissau, an organizer. “If you’ve been wanting to try growing heirloom varieties of your favourite vegetables, then this is the place to find those special seeds. Cruise the educational displays for environmental information, gardening tips, seed saving demonstrations and even used books! Be sure to make time to hear inspiring local garden speakers and ask your gardening questions, and watch short, powerful documentaries throughout the event including Voices of Transition, a documentary movie for community-led food production.” The Allan Brooks Nature Centre will provide children’s hands-on activities and Okanagan Regional Library will be there in the afternoon so participants can check out library books on gardening, seeds and beekeeping and learn more about its seed lending library. “If you’ve been wanting to learn more about
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Program reaches out to women Morning Star Staff
The Vernon Women’s Transition House has been awarded a homeless prevention program contract through B.C. Housing. Wynn Hartfelder, who has been working at Transition House for 15 years primarily as the outreach worker, has been hired as the Wynn Hartfelder homeless prevention outreach coordinator.
“This program will connect women and their dependent children who are at risk of homelessness to affordable housing, income assistance and community based support services,� said Monica Martin, residential programs manager. “The homeless outreach co-ordinator will directly engage and assess clients’ needs, connect individuals and families with housing, supports and assist them with personal goals.� The homeless prevention program will provide rental supplements and supports that specifically target women who have experienced violence or are at
Armstrong eager to plant ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
A grant opportunity to buy trees and plant material can spruce up the City of Armstrong. Council unanimously approved a staff recommendation to apply for grants ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 from the B.C. Hydro and Tree Canada Re-Greening Program to purchase tree and plant materials for projects. “There are numerous areas within the city that would allow for tree planting projects that meet the program objectives,� said city public works manager Tim Perepolkin. Such areas include an unimproved road allowance at Pleasant Valley Road and Heal Court; existing trails adjacent Meighan and Deep Creeks; parks/tot lots; and replacing existing trees under Hydro power lines. Speaking of trees... The city will become a tree. Tree sponsor. Council unanimously agreed to a request from the Armstrong Spallumcheen Environmental Trust (ASET) to spend $100 and be a ‘Tree’ sponsor for the annual Green Day Festival April 18 at the Askew’s Foods parking lot. “We’d rather be a tree than a seedling or a sapling,� chuckled Coun. Shirley Fowler, referring to ASET’s request of $50 ‘Seedling’ sponsorship, or $75 to be a ‘Sapling� sponsor. ASET raises funds for supporting environmental education, and will provide at least one bursary of $1,000 for a 2015 graduating student of Pleasant Valley Secondary School in Armstrong. Helping out a neighbour The City of Vernon has acknowledged Armstrong’s desire to help host B.C. Seniors Games events if Vernon applied to host the Games. In February, Armstrong sent a letter to its southerly neighbour stating a desire to host some B.C. Seniors Games events if Vernon applied to be the main host. “The City of Vernon is currently in the process of putting a bid package together through (the city’s) recreation services,� said City of Vernon corporate officer Patti Bridal in a letter to Armstrong council. Armstrong Mayor Chris Pieper has said his city could host events like ice hockey, floor curling, equestrian and/or cycling. Vernon will apply to host the B.C. Seniors Games in either 2017, 2018 or 2019. Vernon hosted the first B.C. Seniors Games in 1988, drawing 650 athletes. The 2014 Games in Langley drew 4,000 athletes.
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PENTICTON ‑ Both the Penticton Vees and Vernon Vipers delivered their share of nasty Sunday night at the South Okanagan Events Centre. Things went sideways soon after big Vee defenceman Patrick Sexton rocked Viper dynamo and leading scorer Liam Finlay at the Penticton blueline 7:25 after the national anthem. The Vees won 5‑2 to take a 2‑0 lead in the B.C. Hockey League Interior Division best‑of‑seven final series. Penticton took the opener 4‑3 in double overtime Saturday night. Both ultra‑skilled teams were hoping to put the cheap shots behind them and stick to hockey as the series resumed Tuesday night at Kal Tire Place. Game 4 goes tonight here. Sexton, who left his feet to deck Finlay, was given a charging minor. Finlay levelled the score at 1‑1 when his centering pass went off a Vee d‑man and past goalie Hunter Miska on the powerplay. Finlay soon after fainted at the Viper bench and left the game conscious. Vernon head coach Mark Ferner said the speedster was a “game‑time deci‑ sion” Tuesday. Ferner asked BCHL officials to look at the video of Sexton’s hit but they said it didn’t warrant a sus‑ pension. “Sexton’s six‑two and Finn’s five‑seven so there’s gonna be a hit to the head,” said Ferner. “We’ve got to move on and settle the guys down, play with structure and hit them hard.” Former Viper Demico Hannoun led the Vees with 2+1 Sunday. Hannoun dished to rookie sensa‑ tion Tyson Jost, who wired a one‑timer past goalie Jarrod Schamerhorn 42 seconds into the game. Jost also finished with a deuce. Cam Amantea, returning after being injured in Game 3 against the West Kelowna Warriors, and Connor Chartier supplied singles for the Vees. Riley Brandt fooled Miska with a wrister late in the third period before 1,972 fans. ”We didn’t have the best start. It just kind of went downhill from there,” said Viper forward Anthony Latina, who lost three teeth and had stitches on his lip from a high stick in the second period. “There is a lot of emotions involved. It was a little bit of a war there for a bit. I think it got out of control, but when it gets back into control, we got to stick to our game and we didn’t.” On the Sexton hit, Latina said: “First of all it’s a scary hit. Sexton is a lot bigger than Finlay, a little dirty but when Finlay passed out on the bench, the last thing we needed was a player on the other team chirping at our bench. It’s a little gutless and classless but whatever, you got to deal with it. Good thing he is OK.”
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Dakota Conroy of the Vees searches for a loose puck in front of Viper goaltender Jarrod Schamerhorn in BCHL playoff action Sunday night at the South Okanagan Events Centre. Just 10 minutes later, Viper forward Colton McCarthy punched Miska in the side of the net causing him to fall down and stay down for a few minutes. McCarthy drew a minor. Vees’ head coach Fred Harbinson felt Sexton, who had one goal and 45 penalty minutes in the regular season, tossed a legitimate check on Finlay. “They tried to say it was a charge,” said Harbinson. “I thought their guy (Luke Shiplo) put a soft pass into Liam’s feet. Obviously you don’t like to see anybody get hurt. I have a lot of respect for all the kids that play in this league. Nobody wants to see anybody get hurt. Hopefully he is all right. Sexton isn’t a dirty player. He throws big hits, there’s no question. He doesn’t have a track record of being a dirty player.” Brandt, who had a feud going all night with Gabe Bast, said the Vipers failed to recover after
losing Finlay. It was 5‑1 Vees after 40 minutes. “After Finlay got hurt there it kind of hurt our team a little bit. We couldn’t get back together. We showed more passion to our game in the third but it was just too late.” In Game 1, Chartier scored 2:11 into the second overtime when he tipped a Miles Gendron point shot over the shoulder of Schamerhorn. The Vipers clawed their way back from a 3‑1 deficit that started with the Vees taking a 2‑0 lead on goals by Dante Fabbro at 6:02 of the first period and Jack Ramsey on the powerplay at 14:39. Latina got the Vipers on the scoreboard at 8:47. Fabbro put the Vees up by two again nearly four minutes later on the powerplay. The Vipers lev‑ elled things on back‑to‑back markers by Thomas Aldsworth, who scored his first with one second remaining in the second period before 2,217 fans.
Kevin Hill’s super snowboard season resumed in Switzerland. Vernon’s Hill, a gold medalist at the Winter X Games, and a silver medalist at the World Championships, added a pair of bronze med‑ als to his season total at the opening World Cup snowboardcross races in Veysonnaz on the weekend. Hill finished third behind Lucas Eguibar of Spain and Nikolay Olyunin of Russia in Sunday’s race. Australia’s Alex Pullin won Saturday’s event ahead of Eguibar and Hill, who stands second in the World Cup standings behind Eguibar. Hill pocketed 600 points. “I felt very strong coming into the race having only been away from home for four days before the race,” said Hill. “We had a lit‑ tle bit of a wax problem in the time trials, I was 27th after having to do a second run, and I had last lane choice all day which makes it a little harder in heats. “I battled each heat all the way to the finals. In the finals I had a pretty decent race, I was so close to first place that I ran into the win‑ ner from behind cross‑ ing the finish line along with a photo finish for second but because I had lost a little bit I ended up third the first day.”
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Things were different Sunday as Hill qualified in fourth place, only having to do one run in the time trials, and had first lane choice for his few heats. “I felt good and strong like I could win the day,” he said. “The gate dropped in the final and we were all very close down the long straight. I got a bump from someone and I was in third going into the first turn. “Coming out of the turn was a jump called the Tunnel Jump, and the rider in fourth place rode on top of the tail of my board causing me to spin backwards in the air. I quickly decided to
continue the spin and I got very lucky to land perfectly on my feet still going just as fast. “I came around the last turn with speed but at the finish line I was behind the top-two by about a board length. I was so excited to have landed that scary spin and still manage to pull off another podium to keep my podium streak alive for this whole season.” The results earned Hill $6,250 in Swiss Francs heading into the final races this weekend in La Molina, Spain, where he will try to earn the World Cup champion’s Crystal Globe. On the women’s side, two-time Canadian Olympic medalist Dominique Maltais took gold Sunday after a fourth the day before.
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Fulton fifth in province Morning Star Staff
They went 32-7 and came within one victory of reaching the final four in the 70th annual Telus B.C. Senior AA Boys Basketball Championships at the Langley Events Centre. Longtime Fulton Maroons’ head coach Dale Olson demands an honest effort every game and he got that and more at the Sweet 16. The Maroons entered as the No. 7 seed. Tye Kitzman, who was named to the second all-star team, drained 27 points and grabbed 11 rebounds as Fulton grounded the G.W. Graham Grizzlies of Chilliwack 76-70 Saturday afternoon to finish fifth. “Kitz scored and rebounded well all weekend,” said Olson, assisted by Al Paron. Dale Olson “He has athleticism, he competes really hard and he hates to lose. Same goes for Cory Ang, who was the most underrated point guard in the tournament. He ran the show for us all weekend. He scores when he’s open and he scores off the break.” Darrien Broomfield rang up a dozen points and nine boards for Fulton, while Brandon Isaac delivered 11 points and nine rebounds and Ang supplied seven points Tye Kitzman and six assists. Fulton’s only loss came Thursday when they fell 85-78 to the No. 2 Southridge Storm of Surrey, who then bowed by three points to No. 11 Delview Raiders of Delta. “I have been coaching now for about 25 years in the high school ranks and these kids competed as hard as any group out there,” said Olson. “Our biggest player is 6-foot-1 and they all have hearts the size of lions. There is no shame in fifth place in the province, even though our goal was to win. Our boys can hold
their heads high. They all have bright futures ahead of them.” The Maroons lose half their team to graduation, but have a very talented group of Grade 9s and 10s coming up. St. Michael’s University School Blue Jags of Victoria downed Delview 66-40 for the gold medal, while Southridge took third by clipping Collingwood Cavaliers of West Vancouver 73-70. The Valleyview Vikings of Kamloops were seventh with a 94-73 win over the Langley Christian Lightning. Graeme Hyde-Lay of St. Michael’s was chosen the tourney MVP, while teammate Max Pollen took the Best Defensive Player award. Ian Hyde-Lay of St. Michael’s won the Ken Wright Coaching Award. Meanwhile, 13 former student athletes at the prestigious St. Michael’s University School (SMUS) who allege that, in 2012, several coaches for both the boys and girls teams routinely bullied and intimidated them with demeaning, profane and sometimes vicious insults that many of them — and their parents — say have had lasting repercussions. A Toronto Star/CTV W5 investigation has detailed how parents and students squared off against educational officials in a now three-year fight over alleged emotional abuse by teachers — including routinely yelling profanities and epithets. The story came out Saturday. The VSS Panthers grounded the Windsor Dukes of North Vancouver 73-55 Saturday to place 11th in the provincial senior AAA boys tournament in Langley. No details were available. The Panthers were ranked No. 9 and the Dukes 11th. The No. 2 Fleetwood Park Dragons of Surrey stopped the toprated Sir Charles Tupper Tigers of Vancouver 73-65 in the final. Emeka Okuma of Fleetwood Park was the tourney MVP, while Justin McChesney of Charles Hays Hurricanes won the Top Defensive Player honours.
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The Thompson-Okanagan Lakers are out of the B.C. Female Midget AAA Hockey League playoffs. The Lakers lost 2-1 Saturday morning and 2-0 later that night to the Northland Dodge Northern Cougars in the best-of-three semifinal series in Prince George. The Cougars came out flying in the opener but Laker goalie Emma Gottfriedson (Kamloops) kept it close, as the Lakers were outshot 45-12. Christy Blackburne (West Kelowna) put the Lakers ahead with the only goal of the first period, but the lead didn’t last long. Marissa Nichol snuck a shot past Gottfriedson, 22 seconds into the second, and Jayden Malgunas followed up in the third period with a shot from the point that found the net. In the second game, the Lakers came out looking like they might extend the series to the limit and had the Cougars pinned in their own zone for much of the opening 10 minutes, but got nothing to show for it. The only goal in the first period came just before the intermission when Madison Fjellstrom picked the puck out of a scramble and tucked it through the legs of Gottfriedson. The Cougars made it a 2-0 game when Jocelyn Forrest took the puck in the face-off circle and let go a shot that ticked off the stick of Laker defenceman Nikita Payne before it landed in the net just under the crossbar. With eight minutes left, Riley Henderson (West Kelowna) chipped the puck off the side boards just as Cougar defenceman Victoria Byer lost her balance and that set up a 2-on-1 rush that was nicely broken up by Victoria Johnson, who slid her body in front of Henderson’s shot.
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The City of Vernon is reminding residents and motorists that due to mainline valve replacements, customers in the following rural areas will be without water until today at 4 p.m.: n 621 to 650 Black Rock Road; n East Vernon Road from Pottery Road to Black Rock Road; n 540 to 588 Pottery Road; n 448, 454, 468, 474, 476, and 482 Pottery Road;
n 245 to 292 French Road; n 9703 and 9705 Buchanan Road. While every effort will be made to complete the project by 4 p.m., the city states
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ast October, Canadian soldiers were killed in two separate attacks on Canadian soil: one in Quebec and the other in Ottawa. Both attacks were carried out by individuals inspired by the radical Islamic extremism used as an ideological foundation for similar attacks around the world. The attacks of last October and the revelation of the radicalization that has been occurring in Canada bring cause for not only concern, but cause for action. Just as we have seen allies like the U.K. and Australia strengthen and integrate their security legislative regime to meet Colin Mayes these challenges, so must we. To date in Canada, we have been fortunate. The good work of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Canadian Security Intelligence Service have averted terrorist plots by the Toronto 18 to storm the Parliament Buildings and kill MPs and behead the Prime Minister, the plot to blow up a VIA Rail bridge in Ontario and a plot to kill people celebrating Canada Day at the B.C. Legislature. However, after the attacks of last October and revelations of radicalization of Canadian citizens who wish to join forces with radical Islamists, the RCMP and CSIS informed the minister of public safety and national security that they need more tools legislated to both investigate and prevent similar threats to Canadians. Canada’s government has taken action by introducing the Anti-Terrorism Act in the House of Commons Jan. 30. Bill C-51 will give the people that protect us the tools they require to do their job.
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The critics of this bill are suggesting that it will infringe on the rights of Canadians to protest or demonstrate peacefully. This suggestion is incorrect. Section two of the CSIS Act clearly defines what is considered a threat to the security of Canada and clearly states that threats to the security of Canada do not include “lawful advocacy, protest or dissent.” C-51 does not seek to change these definitions. The Anti-Terrorism Act would enhance the ability of Canadian institutions and agencies to collect information, share information and disrupt the activities of suspected terrorist groups. The bill proposes a list of activities to be considered as threatening the security of Canada such as interference with critical infrastructure or the economic or financial stability of Canada. Despite what the critics are saying, the proposed bill qualifies that list by stating that “activity that undermines the security of Canada does not include lawful advocacy, protest, dissent and artistic expression.” I am very concerned that the opposition has taken a matter as serious as our national security and politicized it. Although we all hope and pray that Canadians never face another terrorist attack, the effective prevention of a future attack requires effective action that enables our security agencies to prevent such attacks. Canada’s government has proposed a bill that will do just this in balance with respecting our civil rights. I will support this bill to ensure I fulfill my duty to Canadians, as a member of Parliament, to legislate for the protection and security of our nation. Colin Mayes is the MP for Okanagan-Shuswap.
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Bannister GM is a family owned and operated company. We are a renowned industry leader throughout the Okanagan. As a result of our continued growth we are currently searching for a Full Time Fleet Manager for our location in the Vernon area.
Fleet Duties: ¡ Maintain existing major fleet accounts ¡ Be comfortable on computers to print ¡ Maintain retail customers & accounts own fleet deals as well as order vehicles ¡ Develop relationships with businesses through Global Connect around the area in hopes of getting new ¡ Have outstanding product knowledge business either fleet or retail (on road) (especially on truck lines) to answer ¡ Be very organized to keep paperwork separated customer questions ¡ Be capable on emailing with some customers
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Work with a great team for competitive wages. Positions available 1-4 days per week. Community Dental Access Centre in Vernon. Please forward resumes to lainelowe@shaw.ca. No phone calls please. Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place requires experienced full time Pizza Cook, Busy environment. Apply in person with resume to 1600 32nd St. between 11am - 4 pm Required: Care aid who must live in Vernon, work in private home, female nonsmoker need only respond. 250-5585148, Fax 250-558-5285
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Nixon Wenger LLP is one of the largest, fastest growing law firms outside of Greater Vancouver. Currently with 22 lawyers, we are a full service law firm working with clients across the province and into Alberta.
If you are interested please call (250) 275 0570 and ask for the Operations Manager. You call also fax your resume to (250) 275 0573.
Our firm is recruiting a dedicated professional for the permanent full time position of Senior Legal Assistant working in our Solicitors Department. The ideal applicant is someone with at least 3 years experience as a legal assistant/paralegal who enjoys working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and who can deliver consistent and exceptional customer service. This position requires you to be highly organized, detail-oriented and you must have the ability to multi task and prioritize. This position involves taking instructions, drafting legal agreements as well as more traditional legal secretary/ paralegal tasks. While you will independently manage files, you will work closely with a team of lawyers and other support staff to deliver outstanding service to our clients. Our firm offers a positive working environment with competitive salaries, a group benefits package, and an RRSP program. Nixon Wenger LLP welcomes your interest in this position and we invite qualified applicants to submit your resumes to humanresources@nixonwenger.com by Tuesday March 31st, 2015. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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Located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, Nixon Wenger is one of the largest, fastest, growing law firms outside of Greater Vancouver. Currently with 22 lawyers and a newly constructed office building, our Vernon, B.C. office has an opening for a Conveyancer. Our successful candidate will have experience and must be able to complete residential and commercial deals from start to finish. The applicant will have strong communication skills, will be very detail-oriented and must be highly organized. In addition, the applicant must be knowledgeable with E-Filing through BC Online and experience with econveyance would be an asset. Responsibilities will also involve interacting with clients by phone and email. Our firm offers a positive working environment with competitive salaries, a group benefits package, an RRSP program and a moving allowance. Nixon Wenger welcomes your interest in this position within our Conveyancing Department. Please submit your resumes to humanresources@nixonwenger.com by Friday, March 20th. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR Rogers is leading BC flour and food processor with two mill/ processing locations. We produce high quality, competitively priced, specialty flours, cereal and value-added grain based products. Our products are distributed throughout North America and exported to Pacific Rim countries. We are currently accepting applications for the position of Production Supervisor at our Armstrong Division. GENERAL PURPOSE: The Production Supervisor is responsible for the efficient operation of all production activities on a rotating shift schedule which may include the flourmill, flour packaging, cereal production, warehouse, mix plant and leadership where required for lab, grain receiving and maintenance personnel/functions. RESPONSIBILITIES: t *NQMFNFOU TDIFEVMFE QSPEVDUJPO BOE TIJQQJOH QMBOT t 3FWJTF TDIFEVMFE QSPEVDUJPO BOE TIJQQJOH QMBOT BT OFDFTTBSZ based on equipment breakdowns or operational matters that affect production during the shift. t 3FQPSU QSPEVDUJPO BDUJWJUZ BOE PS DIBOHFT EBJMZ UP BGGFDUFE supervisory/managerial on opposite shift schedule. t &OTVSF QSPEVDUJPO SFDPSET BSF DVSSFOU BOE BDDVSBUF t .BYJNJ[F FGýDJFODJFT BOE NJOJNJ[F FSSPST PGG HSBEF QSPEVDU BOE unforeseen downtime. t $POUSJCVUF UP TPMWJOH FRVJQNFOU QSPEVDU BOE QSPEVDUJPO JTTVFT t "TTJTU JO UIF EFWFMPQNFOU BOE JNQMFNFOUBUJPO PG OFX PQFSBUJPOBM or quality control procedures as required. t 3FNBJO DVSSFOU BOE LOPXMFEHFBCMF JO QSPEVDU TQFDJýDBUJPOT UP ensure products are produced according to those specifications. t "ENJOJTUFS QSPHSFTTJWF DPSSFDUJWF EJTDJQMJOF BT OFDFTTBSZ UP plant personnel and represent the Company as required in the Grievance/Arbitration process. t 1SPWJEF GFFECBDL UP FNQMPZFFT PO KPC QFSGPSNBODF t "TTVNF SFTQPOTJCJMJUZ GPS QMBOU BTTFUT BOE TBGFUZ PG UIF QSPEVDUJPO team on shift. t "OZ PUIFS EVUJFT PS SFTQPOTJCJMJUZ JODMVEJOH USBJOJOH BT SFRVJSFE t 'PMMPXT (PPE .BOVGBDUVSJOH 1SBDUJDFT (.1 T XIJMF QFSGPSNJOH tasks in production areas. t 3FTQPOTJCMF GPS DPNQMJBODF XJUI $BOBEB -BCPVS 0DDVQBUJPOBM Health and Safety requirements and ensures employees follow established practices and guidelines. QUALIFICATIONS: t (SBEF PS FRVJWBMFOU DPNCJOBUJPO PG FEVDBUJPO BOE USBJOJOH t &YUFOTJWF NBOVGBDUVSJOH BOE QBDLBHJOH FYQFSJFODF JODMVEJOH B NJOJNVN PG o ZFBST JO B MFBEFSTIJQ PS TVQFSWJTPSZ DBQBDJUZ t %FNPOTUSBUFE DPNQVUFS TLJMMT BOE BQUJUVEF t 4FMG NPUJWBUFE UFBN QMBZFS XJUI UIF BCJMJUZ UP NBJOUBJO FGGFDUJWF productive relationships with other supervisors/managers and team members as well as suppliers and customers. t "CJMJUZ UP XPSL JO TUSFTTGVM TJUVBUJPOT BOE UP QPTJUJWFMZ GBDF challenges and solve problems. t "WBJMBCMF GPS TIJGU XPSL BT XFMM BT XPSL PO XFFLFOET IPMJEBZT and call outs as required. *G ZPV XPVME MJLF UP CF DPOTJEFSFE GPS UIF BCPWF QPTJUJPO QMFBTF submit your resume in writing to rogershr@rogersfoods.com prior to 4:00 pm March 24, 2015. We thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only UIPTF TFMFDUFE GPS BO JOUFSWJFX XJMM CF DPOUBDUFE 3PHFST 'PPET is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Longhorn Pub is seeking exp Bartenders/Servers. Must be able to work in a fast paced enviro. & deliver exceptional customer service. Previous exp. in a restaurant or as a bartender an asset. Must possess a Serving It Right certificate. Competitive wage + benefit pkg. Please apply in person w/resume at 4513 25th Ave, Vernon B.C. North Okanagan Sawmill is looking to hire Lumber Pilers. We offer competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Please fax resume to 250-8389637
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With experience required in the Vernon area for long term employment. TEXT ONLY PLEASE TO Cory @ 250-306-5058 ROCK Island RV Ltd is Hiring! RV Service Technicians Rock Island RV located in the beautiful West Kootenays is looking for (2) full time, 5 days a week, permanent RV Service Technicians. Offering competitive wage & benefits package. We will consider 3rd or 4th year apprentices. If you have what it takes, forward your resume in confidence to rockislandrv@shawbiz.ca OR Fax 250-364-2319
Home Care/Support IN-HOME Caregiver Vernon, B.C. for disabled adult, (private residence) F.T 40hrs/wk all personal care. Live-in option, $17.50/hr Call 250-5421636 or e-mail, le203@telus.net
PAUL ORCHARD LTD. General farm labour required in Vernon & Oyama. No experience necessary but must be able to learn quickly. Duties include, but are not restricted to pruning, thinning, & harvesting fruit. $10.49/hr. June 20 - Oct 31. 10hrs/day, 6days/week. 4116 Cascade Dr. Vernon, BC, V1T 9M2.
In-home Caregiver (Vernon BC) for disabled adult (private residence) FT 30hrs/wk. All personal care, live-in option. $17.50/hr. Call 250-558-9947. Fax resume to: 250-558-0301 or: daveshpak@hotmail.com
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We Are Expanding! Looking for a motivated Red Seal RV Technician to join our Gilmay RV Team in Vernon, BC. Seeking an individual who is certified and experienced in all areas of RV Repair & Maintenance. Position requires experience with hand, power, air tools & ladders. Drivers Licence is a must. If you, or someone you know, would be a positive new member to our Team, please email us at info@gilmay.ca
APPRENTICE MEAT CUTTER needed in our Armstrong store, this is a full time opportunity with competitive wages and benefits. Duties include, but not limited to trim, cut and prepare meat products to store standards. If you are highly motivated and are looking for an established company to grow and advance your career, please apply with us. Apply in person to Pat Webb, Meat Manager, Armstrong Store or by email to pat@askewsfoods.com
VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBER Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeking applications from interested community members to fill two vacancies on our Board of Directors starting in June 2015. If you have skills in the areas of finance, legal issues, human rights or social services, we welcome your application for our governance team. JHSNOK is a dynamic nonprofit agency providing services in the North Okanagan for more than 50 years, focussing on community safety and social supports for citizens. Visit our website at www.jhsnok.ca for more information. Email or call for an information package. info@jhsnok.ca 250 542 4041 extension 222
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Charlene Silvester Notary Public has an opening for a recepĆ&#x;onist. The successful applicant must have a good customer service background and be able to interact with clients in person, on the phone and via email. The ideal candidate should have a proÄŽciency in MicrosoĹ&#x152; Oĸce; Excel spreadsheets, data entry, proof reading, and good organiÇ&#x152;aĆ&#x;onal skills. As well the candidate must have the ability to work as part of a team with the Notary and other team members while maintaining a high level of conÄŽdenĆ&#x;ality. Please submit your resumes to infoÎ&#x203A;vernonnotary.com or mail to 3003 Í´ 30th Avenue sernon, BC s1T 2C1 by March 23, 2015 NO DZOP INs or phone calls please. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideraĆ&#x;on will be contacted for an interview.
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BETTS Electric is hiring qualified electricians for local work in S. OK area. Apply to Resume@BettsElectric.com
CertiďŹ ed Loader/operator Grapple or bucket complete with, Safety tickets including First Aid, Salmon Arm/Vernon area, camp jobs. 250-3514511 leave message.
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Dynamic Auto Recycling Company located in Lumby is looking to add a few more team members to our growing company. These individuals must have sales experience, telephone and computer skills. Wonderful benefits, full time, $17/hr plus commission, which can double your wage. Must have autoparts knowledge. Contact Wade by email at: Wade @autorecycling.com or in person at: 1676 Shuswap Ave, Lumby
*1 Vernonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 Affordable handyman services. Dump Runs, Lawn Care. Pressure Washing. Gutter cleaning, tree trimming,local moves.Kris 250-308-4100.
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DUMP RUNS.778-475-4815. Garden Rototilling, Power Sweeping & lawn maintaince. Call Darcy 250-550-0428
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4801 - 27 Street, Vernon
requires an enthusiastic individual for JANITORIAL/UTILITY DUTIES under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager for a busy 127 room property. Direct janitorial experience is preferred but we will consider training exceptional candidates. Duties include but are not limited to: lifting heavy objects to 50lbs; using automated floor scrubbers, carpet cleaners & other floor maintenance equipment; able to follow direction, both written & oral, & have the ability to complete tasks in a timely & organized manner. This is a position working in a public environment, so you must maintain a neat appearance & be able to communicate with a pleasant customer service mindset. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS & GRAVEYARD SHIFTS MUST HAVE WHMIS ENDORSEMENT This is union position that offers competitive wages with health & welfare benefits after a qualification period. Please apply in person or email resumĂŠ to careers@villagegreenhotel.com
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Help Wanted FT Cook/Kitchen work to start immediately. Resume to: loshuesos72@gmail.com
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TRAINING LEADING TO EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Kindale is a progressive organization that provides individualized person centered services. If you are compelled to provide quality services, are community focused, enjoy a challenge and are willing to learn and try new things you may be interested in this opportunity. Kindale Developmental Association will be offering the following paid training opportunity to select candidates:
DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICE WORKER This is an established program of training that provides classroom and hands-on supported learning. With the completion and certification, participants will be qualified to positions within Kindale Developmental Association supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. For consideration applicants must: â&#x20AC;˘ be at least 19 years of age â&#x20AC;˘ have a Grade 12 diploma â&#x20AC;˘ be in good health â&#x20AC;˘ have a Class 5 driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license â&#x20AC;˘ have a clear criminal record check â&#x20AC;˘ have First Aid certification â&#x20AC;˘ be available to start mid-May 2015 Please send in a letter of interest to: Rose Breitkreutz Kindale Developmental Association 2725A Patterson Avenue PO Box 94 Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 Phone 250-546-3005 Fax 250-546-3053 Email: rose_breitkreutz@kindale.net
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Cleaning Services Mature, reliable lady willing to clean houses Mon-Fri in Vernon & Armstrong area. 250546-0166, 250-540-0038
RT 218 - Kalamalka & Aberdeen â&#x20AC;˘ 109 papers RT 202 - Lochhaven Dr & Priest Valley Dr â&#x20AC;˘ 55 papers RT 203 - Palfrey Drive & Priest Valley Dr â&#x20AC;˘ 65 papers RT 204 - Coldstream Creek Rd & Hillside Dr â&#x20AC;˘ 63 papers RT 235 - Mt Bulman Dr & Mt Bulman Pl â&#x20AC;˘ 148 papers RT 240 - Middleton & Courtland â&#x20AC;˘ 152 papers EAST HILL RT 80 - 21 Ave & 23 Ave â&#x20AC;˘ 90 papers RT 99 - 30 Ave & 19 St â&#x20AC;˘ 65 papers LAVINGTON RT 215 - Aberdeen & Venables â&#x20AC;˘ 94 papers MISSION HILL RT 21 - 18 Ave & 30 St â&#x20AC;˘ 103 papers â&#x20AC;˘ Avail. Apr 1 RT 41 - 20 Ave & 36 St â&#x20AC;˘ 81 papers Contact Circulation â&#x20AC;˘ 250-550-7901
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U1ST MOVING 2 men $90/hr. Local and long distance. Call 250-859-8362. 8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $65-$110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, or Sale. 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
BICHON/HAVANESE X puppies, vet checked, 1st set of shots, delivery available. (250)804-6848. Ready to go. Shampooches Pet Grooming 4311 25th Ave, Vernon. Call for information 250-275-1385
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Appliances Whirlpool white washer/dryer. Good condition. $100. 250549-1489.
SCRAP PAPPY Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc., All insurance in place to work on your property. www.scrappappy.ca 250-547-2584.
Medical Supplies Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240
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2009 Specialized Roubaix Great road bike! 54 cm Medium full carbon frame with mostly 105 components. Low mileage, great condition. Never crashed. Black w/silver trim. Early bird special only $999! Will deliver in OK Valley. Call 250-307-4478
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Rubbish Removal *1 Vernonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449
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Wall unit black and brass, w/glass doors; Black leather reclin. chair w/stool; Computer chair; Chesterfield tan, 3 cushion, exec. cond.; Matching chair & foot stool; 4-door filing cabinet; Desk w/chair. Call for prices. Must sell. 250-8380384. After 5pm please.
WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240
BRIDGESTONE POTENZA SUMMER TIRES 2 fronts 225/40R18 OEM BMW run flat tires in excellent condition. Used only 5 months. Paid $950 new, will sell for $250. Call 250-307-4478. STEEL BUILDINGS. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Spring sales with hot savings!â&#x20AC;? All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
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Apt/Condos for Sale 1bdrm Condo with den, view, newer apps, non rental $87,000 250-306-6640
Business for Sale COIN-OP BUSINESS FOR SALE. Pool tables, juke boxes, digital music systems, & various games. All coin operated All on Locations Revenue producing Okanagan & Area. Serious Inquires only waitingtretire@gmail.com Asking $55,000.00
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1325 sqft 2bdrm, level entry. 4 appl, N/P, N/S, $950 util incl. 250-558-3664
VERY large and bright one/two bedroom suite in the BX, close to school $1000/month utilities included. Its a must see you will love the space. email me at CasaOasis@shaw.ca
1987 20’ Frontier Motorhome a/c, solar panel, generator, hitch, sleeps 6, good cond. 172K, $5,000. 250-549-3293
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in Surrey. The “value for money” promise is on the rocks. The government appointed a quasi-independent board (hello, B.C. Ferries and TransLink) that hired chartered accountant Basia Ruta, a veteran of the federal auditor general office who had also served as chief financial officer at Environment Canada and had done local
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government audits in private practice. NDP local government critic Selina Robinson started asking why this office has spent $5.2 million and produced only one audit out of a promised 18. Community Minister Coralee Oakes, a former Quesnel councillor in her first cabinet post, allowed that there had been some rough water but there is smooth sailing ahead. Then came a big leak, in the form of a “work environment review” of the good ship AGLG that was given to the NDP by a seasick crew member. It described chaos below decks, with “shifting priorities and unclear direction,” as well as “wasted time and work” and “inefficient use of consultant and staff resources.” Worse, the review noted a human resources monitor had been stationed at the office for most of January to maintain a “respectful workplace for all employees.” “A peacekeeper,” as NDP leader John Horgan described the grim scene. “This is like we’re in Cyprus.” Then it was confirmed that when the AGLG board tried to conduct a performance review, Ruta’s response was to hire a lawyer. Ruta seems to
be decisive when protecting her job, if not when hiring, running the office or meeting her own work targets. Whatever goodwill had been restored with local governments over this experiment is likely gone. Municipal staffers have been dealing with new auditor demands as their councils grind away at their own budgets, and now they see signs that what they have contributed may well have been swept overboard. Oakes remains on deck, eyes fixed on the horizon. An audit of capital procurement in Rossland is finally scheduled to be done by the end of March, she said. Similar reports on Delta and Sechelt are due in April. The latest revision of that schedule is underway, no doubt in another series of long, acrimonious meetings. Clark addressed the situation in her last question period before the legislature’s spring break this week. She didn’t have a lot to say about the AGLG’s voyage of the damned, mostly familiar rhetoric about “lower taxes, less red tape” and so on. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Yes, you can transfer or “Switch” your mortgage to another Lender to take advantage of another low rate offer or better Mortgage Terms. A Switch is usually done at renewal time and as long as you are not making any changes to the amortization, amount or the loan to value it is very easily done. (The good news is that if you had a mortgage that was insured with CMHC, Genworth or Canada Guaranty, you are protected for the lifetime of the mortgage and keep the actual longer term amortization). Straight Residential Mortgage transfers are usually without any charges or fees to you, unless your current lender has a fee or there is an early payout penalty when not at the renewal date. If you have a Collateral Mortgage registered on your property, these types of mortgages are not transferrable, the Mortgage is actually replaced with a normal mortgage at the time of the transfer and we do provide a legal package to help reduce the costs. There are lots of lenders offering mortgages at the lowest rates in history, now is the time to take advantage of them! Call us to get started on your Switch today. E&O/OAC
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