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t was a bittersweet day as a piece of Vernon’s history turned to rubble Thursday. The old rectory next to the All Saints Anglican Church was demolished, after unsuccessful attempts were made to sell the historic home for $1 to anyone who would move it. “It’s sad to see it gone,” said Associate Priest Jane Bourcet as she reminisced. Originally built in 1892 as a home for William Maurice Cochrane, the structure has housed many over the years. In 1904, it served as a school for boys before the church took possession in 1912. It then housed incumbent priests in it until 1993, including Reverend Paul Robinson and his wife Pat and their children. It was also like a second home to Bourcet, who came to town in 1983 fresh out of seminary, and was ordained at All Saints. “I have fond memories of kids and dinners,” she said. “I dressed for my wedding in that rectory and walked over to that church. I have special memories of waiting for a midnight service to start and we’d be over there hanging out.” It served as a second home to her own kids, who were among those who picked from the fruit tree that was once there, and hunted for Easter eggs in the yard. “I spent a lot of time in that house.” The building was later rented to families, leased on and off, was home to a recovery program for women on the street and provided space to Venture Training. But following an extended vacancy, the church could no longer afford to maintain the home, as the foundation began to crumble. “It began to age to the point where we couldn’t keep it to building standards,” said Bourcet. “We tried every way we could.”

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An LRM Contracting excavator rips into the old rectory next to All Saints Anglican Church on the corner of 27th Street and 32nd Avenue Thursday. The 123-year-old building (pictured right in its prime) will likely be replaced with parking and green space. See a video at vernonmorningstar.com That included listing the home for a loonie, with the stipulation that whoever bought it would have to move it. Although there was some interest, such a costly venture (estimated to be a minimum $100,000) wasn’t viable. Therefore the decision to demolish was made. “It’s time to move on,” said Bourcet. The space, at the corner of 27th Street and 32nd Avenue, will likely be replaced by some additional parking stalls and green space. Bourcet envisions a place where walkers can stop for a break halfway up the hill, or a spot for people to come to pause and reflect. “Sometimes we forget how

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valuable a patch of green is to a community.” Although it will be different seeing the empty space that was once home to so many memories, new ones are hoped to be made. “It’s going to be amazing how it changes the corner.” Although the view will change without the towering home, the lot still has an abundance of trees to offer a shady rest. The idea of a community garden has also been bantered around and other ideas are welcome. More grandiose plans, such as affordable housing, have been discussed but are not in the budget. The church will vote on what will become of the property.

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Helping Hand Lisa VanderVeLde/Morning star

Swimming instructor Carla Bryan helps Elianna Johnson, three, float on her back in the Sea Otter class during spring break swimming lessons at the Vernon Recreation Complex pool. On April 12, the B.C. Lottery Commission is sponsoring a free public swim at the pool from 1:30 to 4 p.m. as part of Responsible Gambling Awareness Week.

Band files claim over rail corridor lands richard rolke Morning Star Staff

The Okanagan Indian Band insists it’s not ordering communities to abandon buying a rail corridor. The band has filed documents in B.C. Supreme Court over its claim to the Commonage lands, which includes the Canadian National line along Kalamalka Lake. “It’s unfortunate it’s come to this but we make no apologies when it comes to protecting the legal interests of our Byron Louis membership,” said Chief Byron Louis. However, Louis says the band’s actions should not be interpreted as placing demands on the Regional District of North Okanagan, Lake Country and Kelowna which are trying to buy the corridor. “Their decisions are their decisions just

like they are for us. If they believe what they are doing is right, that is their decision,” he said. “We have never said we are opposed to any activity there but we are opposed to the sale of the rail corridor. We have not wavered since 1888.” A Commonage reserve was formed in 1877 but a decade later, the reserve was scrapped by government officials without the involvement of the band. Louis says that if the corridor is not used for rail transport, it should revert to reserve. “Put simply, CN cannot sell what they do not own, and the municipalities cannot purchase lands that are not CN’s to sell.” However, the communities say they are committed to purchasing the corridor. “We are proceeding on what has always been our understanding, that CN owns the land outright and therefore has the legal right to sell the land,” said Doug Gilchrist, Kelowna’s divisional director of community planning and real estate.

“We are proceeding on the understanding that the Commonage claim is a matter between the federal government and First Nations and it should have no bearing on the acquisition of land between a private company and a local government.” Gilchrist added that if the corridor is acquired, the regional partners will abide by any legal decisions issued by the court. The band’s court action could impact the April 25 Lake Country referendum to borrow $2.6 million to purchase the corridor. “There’s some uncertainty that we can actually purchase the land,” said Mayor James Baker, who is still urging residents to support borrowing funds. “What we’re asking for is the opportunity to borrow $2.6 million and if there’s a yes vote, we then have the ability to borrow. If it (band) goes before the courts, it could be a long time before we get to exercise voter assent.” Greater Vernon officials are reluctant to comment on the band’s legal actions or the potential consequences for the land deal.

“We are allowing the process to go ahead,” said Juliette Cunningham, Greater Vernon Advisory Committee chairperson. Louis insists the federal government hasn’t been responsible over land claims and it’s creating a rift between First Nations and local jurisdictions. “They like to leave it up to the courts to resolve because they lack the political will to move ahead,” he said.

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Investigators are looking to speak with the driver after two Lake Country pedestrians sustained injuries when a large piece of plywood came out of the back of a pickup truck, striking both, and causing several injuries. The incident happened at about 4 p.m. March 14. Lake Country RCMP officers responded to a report of two people injured by a large piece of plywood. The duo were walking their dogs in the 3500 block of Woodsdale Road in Lake Country when a newer black Ford pickup truck drove past them and a large piece of plywood dislodged from the truck striking the pair. A 31-year-old Lake Country woman suffered minor injuries while a 23-year-old Kelowna woman sustained serious but nonlife threatening injuries. Both individuals were taken to hospital for treatment. No description of the driver of the pickup is available. The plywood was described as having leather and hinges attached to it. Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Lake Country RCMP at 250766-2288 and speak to Const. Bellia. You can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, leave a tip online at www. crimestoppers.net or by texting your tip to CRIMES (274637) ktown.

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Cabinet refusal shocks Abbott BARB BROUWER Black Press

George Abbott says he was shocked and disappointed by cabinet’s last-minute refusal to appoint him to the B.C. Treaty Commission. Six months ago, the former Shuswap MLA was invited by John Rustad, aboriginal relations minister, to become chief commissioner of the commission upon the retirement of Sophie Pierre. He accepted the request and began preparing for the job start of April 1, but last week, George Abbott Abbott received a call from Rustad informing him he had been unable to secure cabinet approval for the appointment. “It’s not what I expected to hear,” he said, explaining First Nations ratified his appointment in October and the federal government was ready to add its approval, pending a nod from the province. “I checked with the minister (Rustad) on a number of occasions, obviously con-

cerned when I didn’t hear anything after a couple of months.” But Abbott, who ran against Premier Christy Clark in the 2011 leadership race, says he was continually reassured his appointment was in process and the delay was not about him personally. “Now I think it probably was about me; that would be my best guess,” he said. “No one has said that, but I have to assume it.” With a passion for First Nations issues and expertise garnered as aboriginal affairs minister and through doctoral level studies, Abbott says the appointment would have been more than a job. “Once one understands the aboriginal history in Canada, it is difficult not to agree governments and society have some responsibility for remediating the impact of historical destructive policies,” he says, noting his great grandparents acquired land on the Prairies through the process of preemption, while First Nations got reservations and were excluded from politics and law until 1960. “I, at least, recognize I have to do whatever I can, whenever I can, to remediate those destructive policies.”

Council pursues Beairsto safety RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

Most of Beairsto parents’ demands have been shelved, but the City of Vernon insists it’s serious about student safety. Council instructed staff Monday to meet with parents and the Vernon School District about safety on 27th Street and 35th Avenue because a Tim Hortons and a gas station are being built across from Beairsto Elementary. “I was hoping we can get creative with how we address this,” said Coun. Juliette Cunningham. Cunningham “Maybe we can reconfigure the school property for some of these safety issues.” That view is also shared by Coun. Brian Quiring. “It has the potential to be an unsafe situation,” he said. Because of the looming commercial development in the area, the Beairsto parents advisory committee made a number of safety-related recommendations to the city. However, most will not proceed, including a 30-kilometre-an-hour speed limit on 27th Street during school hours. “Following national guidelines, we don’t recommend that,” said Amanda Watson, the city’s transportation engineer. Traffic calming measures also won’t be implemented and neither will crossing guards. “It’s not the duty of the city to provide crossing guards. It’s the duty of the school district or schools,” said Watson. The existing access to the Tim Hortons property on 35th Avenue, across from the school, will also remain open. However, there will be a new crosswalk at 35th Avenue and 38th Street and the developer is paying for a full traffic signal at 35th Avenue and 27th Street.

Abbott has received a wave of support – including from the province’s NDP, which called for his immediate reinstatement. Grateful for the outpouring of support, Abbott says he is sad rather than angry and more concerned about how the treaty process will play out. “This is not for me a personal loss; this for me is a great disappointment,” he said. “This is something I very much wanted to do, on a file I feel very passionate about and one I won’t be assisting in moving forward.” Abbott has left the door open, saying if the province reconsiders, he would accept. Clark says she doesn’t know yet if the organization will continue. She emphasized that having only 50 out of 200 B.C. First Nations involved, and painfully slow progress with those, is not enough. “There have been some results, but four treaties in 22 years for $600 million is not enough result,” Clark said. “We have to be able to move faster, and we have to find a way to include more First Nations in the the process.” — with files from Tom Fletcher, Black Press

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or the record, I normally adore my colleague Katherine Mortimer. Funny, intelligent, great mother, fabulous proofreader, eternal friend. However... Morty (as I like to call her) announced during the always-entertaining Morning Star editorial department meeting, held, like clockwork, at 8:45 (ish) Wednesday mornings, that, for breakfast, she enjoys a toasted whole wheat English muffin topped with peanut butter, then topped with real butter. “That’s so the peanut butter and butter can form a melty pool on top of the muffin,” said Morty. Roger Knox Ewwww. But, to each their own, right? If this is what Morty needs for her morning routine, who am I to argue? Don’t we all have our own food quirks? And maybe, like me, more than one? Morty lost me at “peanut butter.” It’s not one of my favourite condiments... on its own. I do, though, love peanut butter cookies, Reece’s Peanut Butter Cups and this dessert I make for my son and I, consisting of a cookie dough bottom, Reece’s Peanut Butter Cup in the middle and topped with brownie mix, baked in a muffin tin. I usually end up with about, oh, two of the treats. The kid snorks down the other 10, delicious as they are. So why is it I can eat peanut butter surrounded by chocolate or baked into a cookie, but I don’t like it on its own? I don’t eat PB and jelly sandwiches. I don’t like PB on toast (or whole wheat English muffins). Same goes for tomato soup. I’d rather eat Brussels sprouts than tomato soup. Yet I love tomatoes on a sandwich, baked tomatoes topped with oil, garlic and parmesan cheese.

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And I do like ketchup but only on certain styles of French fries. Or, as I used to do as a teen, take two slices of bologna, cut them into cubes and take the ketchup bottle and swirl ketchup into an ‘S’ shape, making sure every cube had some red delight. But that’s it. I don’t like ketchup on sandwiches, on hot dogs, or other meat. I have stopped eating bologna cubes, but if I have crinkle cut fries, I have to have ketchup. And it’s not just condiments that leave me food-quirky. How do you eat a hamburger? Do you, like me, eat the outside of the burger first, leaving the middle to be consumed last? I was sure everybody did it that way. Apparently not. Buffets, of course, are a food lover’s delight. So much selection, so little plate. Thus, I take what I want and I carefully put the food on the plate, trying as best I can not to have any of the food groups touching one another. Sitting down to eat, I will then eat one food group in its entirety. Say I choose a green salad, potato salad, veggies, mashed potatoes and a meat. I will eat in order of least favourite to favourite. So, in this example, it would be green salad first, followed by veggies, potato salad, meat and the mashed potatoes. Honestly, I have no idea why I do these things. I bet we all don’t. I can’t remember why I started doing these things with food, but I do. Perhaps I can trace it back in my family to my hilarious late Uncle Norm. This is a man who could not eat an apple – any brand of apple – without a salt shaker. Sprinkle salt on a fresh apple, then bite. Repeat. Back to the Wednesday morning ritual here at work: every week, thanks to a schedule drawn up by sports editor Kevin Mitchell, somebody is responsible for bringing in doughnuts. This week was Morty’s turn and she bucked tradition by bringing in scones. All is forgiven.

Hey, Christy Clark. It appears you are missing a knife from your collection. Sadly, we know where it is buried — deep between the shoulder blades of former Shuswap MLA George Abbott. Abbott, who was previously the minister of aboriginal relations, was preparing to take over as the head of the B.C. Treaty Commission when Sophie Pierre completes her term April 1. Suddenly, he gets a call from Aboriginal Relations Minister John Rustad, the very man who asked Abbott to take on the position six months ago, to say it was a no-go following a closed-door cabinet discussion. “It’s not what I expected to hear,” said Abbott. “I checked with the minister (Rustad) on a number of occasions, obviously concerned when I didn’t hear anything after a couple of months.” Why the sudden change in direction from senior levels of the provincial government? Even as he was kicked to the curb, Pierre expressed dismay and praised her one-time successor. “George Abbott is a man of integrity, intelligence and extensive experience who would have benefitted the treaty process, First Nations and all British Columbians,” stated Pierre. Both the federal government and First Nations had approved of Abbott’s appointment, so why the sudden flip-flop from the provincial cabinet? Given the nearly non-existent explanation that cabinet, “decided to go in a different direction,” one can only guess at the real reason cabinet decided not to approve Abbott, a longtime MLA and cabinet minister who unsuccessfully sought the Liberal leadership. One thing is for certain. Abbott’s integrity remains intact but we’re not so sure about the premier’s. — Salmon Arm Observer

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Speaking up for democracy

etter writer Bob Allen, has expressed the concern that under the auspices of the current government, our democratic system has eroded. He does assure us however, that, “in Canada, we, including the government are governed by the rule of law." I think Mr. Allen has his concerns and assurances reversed. All duly elected governments will at some point introduce controversial legislation and policy upon which not all segments of the electorate will agree, and that of itself does not constitute an erosion of the democratic process. To suggest otherwise, is simply partisan, political nonsense. Unlike Mr. Allen, I see no evidence of a Liberal, zen-like, insight into the needs of grassroots Canadians, whomever that group may be. But it does seem to me that plenty of evidence exists to suggest that the Liberal Party is more interested in obfuscation than presenting a tangible platform upon which they hope to govern the country. In what has now become a familiar phenomenon, the Liberals have anointed yet another leader whose blunders are already reaching epic proportions. Personally, I find the thought of Justin Trudeau on the same international stage as Mr. Putin, cringeVOTING AND REPRESENTATION Every election, from federal right down to municipal, seems always to have a large percentage of eligible voters who just can't be bothered to register their vote, or are too apathetic to make the effort. Because of this, we never get true representation in our elected bodies. The result of an election would be very different if everybody eligible voted. It's also noticeable that those who can't be bothered are the first to complain if they don't like what those elected are doing. The only way to stop this situation is for voting to be made mandatory, subject to a hefty fine for failing to do so. Ballot slips should also have a check box marked abstain, or none of the above in addition to candidates' names. Australia has mandatory voting as well as a number of other countries. We should make it mandatory here too. Noel Tyler WELL DONE I once again would like to say job well done and a big thank you to our mayor. I realized looking at the budget that we,

inducing. However, this is simply my opinion. As it happens, my opinion is almost diametrically opposed to Mr. Allen’s, but the point to be made here is that this does not make either of us, or our views, undemocratic. On election day, Mr. Allen and I will effectively cancel out each other’s vote, leaving the remaining electorate to decide who will govern the country. Once again, the basic tenet of democracy will unfold - unimpeded. the residents of 25th Street, lost our upgrade and it was back to being looked into. I contacted the mayor and informed him of the problem and we had a good discussion. Well recently, I had to stop and let a commercial vehicle pass in the 3400 block of 25th Street and had it. The reason was, with the nice weather we had more children and parents walking to and from school and an increase in joggers and bikers, and something had to be done. I contacted him again and this time the mayor made a call to a friend, Mr. Anderson from Home Hardware, and informed him of the problem and suggested I contact Mr Anderson. I did this. Well thanks to this meeting, Mr. Anderson instructed his yard men and drivers that the use of 25th Street as a shortcut would stop and he also mentioned it to the contractors. The mayor also contacted transit, the taxi company and the works yard and also requested the same. Well it has worked, and we are back to a residential street that is a little safer for the people that use it.

That brings us to the rule of law in this country. Recently, three articles appeared in National newspapers raising the issue of nine unelected people whose terms of office are limited only by mandatory retirement at age 75. Collectively, this group holds the power vested in them by Pierre Trudeau’s Constitution Act of 1982, to uphold or strike down any law of the land based on their sometimes arcane interpretation of the Constitution and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. I am referring of course, to the Thank you Mr. Mayor for a job well done. Garry Haas WALK AND BIKE INSTEAD Driving a vehicle is the most air-polluting thing any person can do. Efforts to create anti-pollution devices have failed because vehicle use has increased. Commuters are making a big mistake. We need to stop using cars and walk and bike instead. This is a mistake we are making that has serious health and economic consequences for you and everyone on this planet. But of course there are people who will be against this, namely automakers because of money. But I ask you, what is more important, your health or money? Exhaust from all combustion engines produces adverse effects on the health of car users and innocent walkers and bikers. Cities have become islands of toxic chemicals created from the unrestrained use of vehicles burning fossil fuels, and they are creating more highways to spread these toxic chemicals to more areas. So search yourself, your family and soci-

Supreme Court of Canada. If there is a threat of eroded democracy in this country, it lies here. The three opinion pieces I have alluded to were authored by Gordon Gibson, who has held many titles over the years, among them special assistant to Pierre Trudeau; Andrew Coyne, political columnist and son of James Coyne, the second person ever to be appointed head of the Bank of Canada; and Conrad Black - yes, that Conrad Black. These articles can be found on the Internet, and whether you agree with them or not, they are thought provoking and worth the read. Full disclosure: I know Bob Allen well. We both belong to the same golf club and from time to time, we end up in the same foursome. He’s a great guy - a golfer, maybe not so much. This summer, he and I will undoubtedly play a little golf together and follow that up with a political discussion over a cold drink. We shall both listen respectfully to each other’s point of view, and then disagree on virtually everything. No one in robes will be required to interpret for us what each has just said. It all seems pretty democratic to me. Neil Chester ety and reduce your car use.

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Exercise equipment ready to go ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

The equipment is installed and Armstrong’s Age Friendly Community Advisory Committee hopes people use it. Outdoor exercise equipment – eight pieces of it – has been set up at Memorial Park in a partnership between the committee and Armstrong Spallumcheen Parks and Recreation. “It’s really easy to use,” said age friendly committee chairperson Peter Rotzetter. “We hope to have kids and parents out and around, and hope to have a lot of talk going around about the equipment. “We want to see Armstrong residents feeling good.” Funded in part by the federal government’s New Horizons For Seniors Program, the eight stages of equipment are for use for people 14 and over who are a minimum five-feet tall and weigh a minimum 100 pounds. The equipment includes a combo press and pull, sit-up bench, two-person rotator, rowing machine,

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multi-gym, pull-up and dip station, air walker plus and multi bars to perform a variety of stretching exercises. People can use the equipment at their own risk. If you’d like personal assistance to learn the full use of the equipment, contact parks and recreation in the Nor-Val Sports Centre to be paired with a volunteer mentor. Members of the age friendly advisory committee have been trained on the equipment. The official open house and ribbon cutting for the equipment will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, followed by volunteer mentor introductions, demonstrations and brochure distribution. Three separate workshops at the park with volunteer mentors on hand to answer questions and demonstrate the equipment are set for consecutive Thursdays in April – April 16, 23 and 30 – at 2 p.m. each day. Brochures on the equipment are available anytime at parks and recreation, the chamber of commerce and the Armstrong Seniors Centre.

The City of Vernon is encouraging the community to celebrate Earth Hour Saturday at 8:30 pm. Earth Hour started in 2007 as a lights-off event to raise awareness about climate change. Residents, students and businesses can share their Earth Hour actions to conserve energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Post a picture, poem or a description of a conservation action on Vernon Sustainability’s Earth Hour Facebook event page to enter a draw for one of 10 solar lanterns by April 5. Additional information is available at www.facebook.com/VernonSustainability

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Infrastructure a challenge on how to deal with the severe problems on its 200 kilometres of roads. For now the transportation plan was accepted without any financial plan attached to it and district staff will investigate options to raise money through partnerships with higher levels of government or tax increases before presenting it back to council.

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Lake Country is in an unsustainable position when it comes to the state of its roads and is even contemplating taking some of its roads back to gravel to help make up for a $30 million backlog of needed improvements to its roadways. The comments were made as council accepted its Transportation for Tomorrow plan but sent staff back to the drawing board to try and find solutions to a funding shortfall that is getting worse to the tune of $1.5 million every year. “This is our challenge as a community,” said Greg Bucholz, Lake Country’s infrastructure services director. “A lot of our roads were built in the 1970’s or earlier and they are starting to come to the end of their lifespan and we need to reconstruct. There is no magic solution.” During his report to council, Bucholz told councillors many communities across Canada are feeling the same pinch when it comes to roadways and suggested going to non-paved roads is one solution, although it comes with problems and costs as well. “This is reality. We see a lot of communities that if they can’t afford to pave, you have to go back to gravel roads,” he said. “The fact we may have to de-classify some roads, strip the pavement and put some gravel back for some of them, that may be a solution. But it will come at a cost too. The impact to taxpayers will be there. Council has to make a decision on what is the level of service they want to provide the community with.” During public consultations about the district’s 20 year Transportation for Tomorrow plan, the district asked residents

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whether they would support a program of new roads by raising taxes. Less than 100 people responded and half of those said absolutely not when it came to raising taxes to support the transportation plan. “I don’t care how many times you ask taxpayers to increase their taxes, you’re going to have 50 per cent of them say no because that’s what they are going to say,” said Coun. Bill Scarrow. “I believe we need to give our staff the opportunity to go forward and be creative and come back with funding options that may include a tax increase but also hopefully could include other sources of revenue.”

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According to the University of B.C., North Okanagan Hospice Society is doing its bit to change the world. UBC graduate Kelli Sullivan, learning and effectiveness leader at North Okanagan Hospice Society, entered its Resources, Education, and Advocacy to Champion Hospice-palliative care (REACH) initiative in a competition run through UBC’s Development and Alumni Engagement called Kelli Sullivan Your Evolution. “REACH is described as an innovative program designed to engage, inform, and educate the community with the goal of improving palliative, end-of-life,

and bereavement care,” said Sullivan. “This initiative consists of many activities organized through hospice including a nation-wide webinar series, the Living Well-Dying Well learning program, student practicum training and a learning network for community professionals.” Hospice has been informed that their project has been chosen as one of the top-10 finalists out of more than 290 projects. Now, hospice needs help in getting the most votes before April 10 so it can win the opportunity to have a professionally made video for promotional purposes. To view the top 10 finalists, visit www.yourevolution.ubc.ca/finalists. To vote, click on REACH initiative and follow the instructions. You can also visit the events page on the NOHS website, www.nohs.ca/events.

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Just call it bonus time for Emma Carter, Evangeline Koshure and Kendra Ostafie. The Vernon Adrenaline Rush teens thought their ringette season was over when they lost 2-0 to Kelowna in the B.C. U16A final just over a month ago at Kal Tire Place. A call from coaches with the Lower Mainland U16AA Thunder (representing team B.C.) prolonged their year. The trio will form a forward line at the Tim Hortons Canadian Ringette Championships, starting Monday in Fort McMurray. A total of 37 teams will compete in three divisions – U16, U19 and the National Ringette League (NRL – 19+). There are 15 teams in the U16AA division. Cathy Lipsett of Salmon Arm, coach of Team B.C. at the Canada Winter Games in Prince George, recommended the threesome to the Thunder. They give B.C. added depth. “Kendra is a tall center that has a good defensive reach being able to strip the ring away from her opponent,” said Lipsett. “Kendra has quick hands and a good eye and a knack of finding the back of the net. Emma is a forward who is a tenacious checker who never quits. Emma’s linemates like to play with her because she is generous with the ring but she can be creative scoring goals. “Evan is an adaptable player. As a defenceman, she reads her opponents well, making it difficult to get around her. Evan is a finesse skater with great speed who can also step into a forward position and add points to the scoreboard.” Koshure, a 5-foot-8 all-round athlete, will make the switch from d-man to winger with some apprehension. She and Ostafie got in one exhibition game LISA VANDERVELDE/MORNING STAR with Team B.C. against a Vancouver 18+ side. Vernon ringette stars, from left, Kendra Ostafie, Evangeline Koshure and Emma Carter are off to the national finals in Fort McMurray. “I’m terrified,” deadpanned the 14-year-old “It (playing wing) was a lot easier than I expected in the Carter celebrated her 15th birthday on New Year’s Day. Vernon and Kelowna teams and compiled a list of players exhibition game so I hope I don’t have any reason to She was in Mexico when Team B.C. had the exhibition game. they felt could handle the tempo and compete level. be scared.” She has received lots of coaching from her dad, Warren, “When the email came through with the names and The Grade 9 Seaton student, who also excels in Rep soccer, volleyball and basketball, quickly noticed the pace of the a graduate of the University of Alaska -Fairbanks Nanooks numbers of the girls that were interested in joining team B.C. hockey program. Warren coached the Vernon U16s in the at Nationals, the exact three names the coaches had hoped AA workouts. would apply had done so,” said Needham. “They all want to win really bad and are very competi- provincials. “So far, so good,” she laughed, when asked how the coach“This also speaks to the kind of athletes they are. The tive. They work harder in practice than we do. It’s a higher daughter relationship has gone. “He taught me how to skate kind of athletes that even after a setback such as losing to intensity.” Kelowna in provincials, set that aside and seek additional Ostafie is a 5-foot-8 centre who turns 16 in late April. She and to always be in the play by looking around. “I’m a playmaker and Kendra is definitely the goal scorer competition at the next level. This speaks to their spirit and expects the three to find instant chemistry at nationals. love of the game.” “Me and Emma have been playing together and Evan so we kind of complement one another.” The Grade 9 VSS student, who used to play the piano, Added Needham, on the Vernon players being on the has been our defenceman so we work together well with our speed,” said Ostasfie, a Grade 10 VSS student. “We have tried hockey for the first time this year, playing forward for same line: “Lots of kids can shoot a ring, but these girls have about five plays where we yell out something like ally-oop, Arnie Head’s Sladen Moore Lakers. She finds the two sports played together for so many years they seem to have a sixth drop pass or Simon. Me and Emma make one another look are great for cross-training. sense of where their teammate will be in the offensive zone.” good because we know what we’re going to do.” B.C. assistant coach Rod Needham, of Surrey, said all Team B.C. opens the nationals Monday morning against Ostafie hopes to play ringette at University of Calgary three girls skate hard and play the game with finesse. He, the Calgary Pursuit and then battle New Brunswick that upon graduation. She also enjoys skiing. head coach Ian Liversidge and assistant Judy Young, scouted afternoon. Both games are at Frank Lacroix Arena.

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They are down to the final four in the Boston Pizza Hockey League playoffs. The third-place Godard Excavating Predators met the sixth-place Rea-Son Electric Kings Thursday night with the loser being eliminated from the double-knockout. The winner will meet the regular-season champion Spartan Auto Bulls in Saturday’s semifinal (7 p.m., Kal Tire Place). Winner of that game goes to the best-of-three finals against the second-place Green Pub Moose. Game 1 in the championship series is Monday (7:15 p.m., Priest Valley Arena) with the second tilt going Wednesday (6:15 p.m., Kal Tire Place). The Predators ousted the fourth-place Cidel Moving Oilers 4-1 Tuesday night at PV on goals from Justin Horochuk, Kyle Walters, Keith Godard and Geoff Bevan, with an empty netter. Chris Kingdon made 20 saves for the win. Vernon Miskosky replied for the Oilers, who got 13 saves from Jaydon Campbell. Tye Sanford and Kyle Evans each supplied deuces as the Kings stayed alive by grounding the fifthplace Tile Guy Flyers 7-2 Tuesday night at PV. Chris Usselman, Brett Williams and Thomas Swales provided singles for the Kings, who got four helpers from Kevin Swales and two from Lynden Enger. Nolan Bowker and Liam Springnotic countered for the Flyers. Max Mowat, Mat Lambert and Dave Higgins each pocketed two goals as the Moose bounced the Bulls 7-4 in a penalty-infested game Monday night at The Big Wheel. Tim Proctor also scored for the 19-11 Moose, who led 3-2 at the ice clean. Dave Penner and Corey Hug each collected three assists. Troy Blais (2), Jeff Mushaluk and Adam Blair replied for the Bulls (24-6). The Bulls took 15 minor penalties and the Moose eight. In Sunday action, Jake Stuchberry and Miskosky each rang up 2+2 as the Oilers eliminated the Kasper Denture Red Wings 6-4 at Kal Tire Place. Matt Brenton, with the winner, and Clayton Ricketts added singles for the Cidel gang, who got two helpers from Logan Stockley. Trevor Keenan (2+1), Dave Schneider and Mike Merrick answered for the Wings. Chris Church and Greg Moffat both had two assists. The Kings knocked out the RE Postill & Sons

Orphans 8-4 Sunday night at KTP with Thomas Swales getting 2+1. Sanford, with 1+4, Reed Church and Enger, each with 1+2, Usselman, Mike Burke, and Evans completed the Kings’ attack. Kevin Swales and Donnie McNeil added two helpers apiece. Murray Vetsch, Rob Bauml, Jeremy Silzer and Chris Bradford scored for the Orphans, who got two assists from Biff McLeod. In Saturday tilts at PV, the Bulls shaded the Flyers 5-4 in overtime, while the Moose stopped the Preds 3-1. Blair converted at 2:10 of overtime, assisted by Steve St. Denis, who finished with 2+1. Blais, and Shane Burgi completed the Bulls’ offence. Chris Glen earned 2+1, while Chris Gillies and Erik Locke had singles for the Flyers. Brad Kowalski’s snipe early in the second period stood as the winner in the Moose win over the Preds. James Scherck made 17 saves for the win. Mowat also tallied for the Moose.

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A team of five athletes represented Vernon’s North Valley Gymnastics Club well at the recent Kamloops Invitational Wild West Fest meet. It was the second provincial-level meet for the club’s new competitive girls team – first was last May in Kelowna – and their first event under the USA Junior Olympic (JO) program. “The girls had a great meet,” said North Valley coach Naomi Rokus. “We’ve been wondering how the new JO program would work and where our girls would fit. They had a great competition. They were all so positive and represented the club wonderfully. “As their coach, I learned what we’re doing really well and what we need to work on. It’s very cool to see them work so hard on the (program) changes and we’re all very excited for their next meet in Abbotsford (Twisters Invitational this weekend).” Veronika Yacovelli, Charli Calvert and Tyra Green competed in the JO 4 category for ages 10 and 11. Aysia Morgan was in the JO 5 category aged 9-11 and Brooklyn Ashby entered in the JO 6 category for 12-year-olds. Yacovelli placed ninth all around with a 10th in vault, 11th bars; fourth beam and sixth in the floor routine. Calvert was 10th all around by finishing ninth vault, bars and floor. She was 11th in beam. Green ended up 11th all around with 11th vault and floor, 12th bars and eighth beam. Morgan took sixth all around with third vault and floor, seventh bars and sixth (tie) beam. Ashby finished 12th all around with ninth vault and floor, 10th bars and 12th beam. Ashby and Morgan both qualified for the Artistic B.C. Championships, April 10-12, in Vancouver. The North Valley Gymnastics is a non-profit society that provides both competitive and recreational gymnastics opportunities. Incorporated in 1993, and functioning in several shared facilities for the first 19 years, the club was

unable to continue its competitive program from 2004-2013. Today, the club leases a commercial unit on 45th Avenue (near Canadian Tire) – serving 1,150 regular members, plus 550 members who are drop-in users. A total of 600 youth are trained at the facility each week throughout the school year. A steady increase in demand for gymnastics has resulted in the club outgrowing its leased space in less than three years. A permanent facility is being sought to meet the community needs. Anyone wishing to try the fun and sport of gymnastics – from toddler and parent to adult – is welcome to attend a drop-in class or register for a program. Spring session starts March 30. Summer camps will run in July and August. Qualified malecoaches are always welcome to apply. Visit nvgym.com or call 250-558-5136.

Thanks to the efforts of all three of its teams, Vernon won the prestigious aggregate award at the 69th B.C. Interior Fivpin Bowling Championships. The event, featuring 20 teams, ran for two days with 10 teams bowling at Lincoln Lanes and 10 at Capri Valley Lanes in Kelowna on the first day. Teams bowled in the opposite house on day two. Four games are bowled by the women’s, men’s and mixed teams each day. Vernon’s women’s, men’s and mixed teams’ scores added up to 28,818, good for the aggregate honour. The Vernon ladies, consisting of Yvonne Walker, Ashley Snow, Sam Steil, Jessy Buchanan and Ashley Krause, won with an eight-game total of 9,222. Walker placed first on the all-star team with a 274.5 average over eight games. She also won awards for a 360 single and a 1,269 block, the highest for the ladies side. Snow placed third on the all-star team with a 243.13 average, and won the high block for all rookies with a 1.033. The women also had the highest team single for the tournament with a 1,312 total. The Vernon women and men’s teams combined for the mixed . The men’s team consisted of Matt Eisenhauer, Art Block, Braydon Lutgen, Trevor Rachwalski, Lyle Rachwalski and Dan DeBoer. The Vernon mixed team won the eightgame event with a total of 9,824, and also bowled the highest single of the tournament with a 1,430 team total. Buchanan was second on the mixed allstar team with a 258.84 average, and Walker was third, averaging 254.67. Eisenhauer placed second on the men’s allstar team with a 270.5 average.

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Vernon Minor Baseball is a host city for a pair of provincial team tryouts. Tryouts for the 2015 B.C. Baseball 13U (Peewee) Select Team will be held at Creekside Park in Coldstream on Saturday, April 4, from 9 a.m. to noon, and tryouts for the 2015 B.C. Baseball 16U (first-year Midget) Select Team run on the same day, April 4, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Marshall Field. Baseball B.C. says in the event of inclement weather, a notice for cancellation will be posted on its website – www.bcminorbaseball.org – no later than April 2. Tryouts for both teams are also being held in Aldergrove, Richmond and Nanaimo. Players must supply their own bats, gloves, batting helmets and catcher’s gear for catchers. In order to be considered for the team, players must register for and attend one of the tyrouts listed. Registration for one of the tryouts may be done on the Baseball B.C. wesbite by clicking on the ‘Register’ tab on the homepage. A payment of $20 cash per player, paid on the day of the tryout, is also required. Further evaluation of Pee Wee players identified at the tryouts will take place at tournaments and games in May. There will be 25 to 40 midget players invited to a three-day camp in the Lower Mainland June 25 to 27. Further information about final team selection, team practice and game dates, cost and travel arrangements will be provided at the tryouts.

Vernon swimmers chosen Morning Star Staff

Vernon swimmers Riley McLean and Sarah Mehain have been named to Canada’s team for the Parapan Am Games in Toronto in August. They were both chosen following the Speedo Can Am Para-swimming Championships last weekend in Toronto. Swimming Canada nominated a total of 40 of the nation’s best para-swimmers, 24 men and 16 women, to the team. McLean, 15, pocketed three gold medals and swam a new Canadian record at the Cam-Am meet. “Riley’s meet was stellar,” said Vernon Kokanee coach Renata Terpstra, who accompanied him to nationals. “It’s very exciting for the swimmer and coach. I trained him for the last year and a half and he has improved so much.” McLean struck gold in the 50-metre S4 butterfly with a PB of 1:19.70 and in his last race Saturday won the gold medal in the S4 50 free with a PB of 1:00.90, shaving off 11 seconds of his PB and just out-touching Brian Hinman of the U.S. Mehain, 20, suffers from hemiplegia, a condi-

tion that affects her coordination as one side of her body is stronger than the other. She was coached by Terpstra but now is trained by Bruce Carpenter at McGill University in Montreal. The team includes 15 Paralympians, including 19-time Paralympic medallist Benoit Huot (Longueuil, Que.), a veteran of the national team at age 31. Swimming Canada Para-swimming national head coach Craig McCord of Richmond will serve as head coach. “The team this summer is made up of 25 swimmers (including Mehain) who will also compete at IPC World Championships in Glasgow and have the potential to compete for medals at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games,” said McCord. “The TO2015 group will include those 25, along with 15 swimmers (including McLean) from our next generation group. We are working in a number of areas to develop our next generation of athletes identified as 2020 podium potential, and they will have the opportunity to compete at Parapan Ams on home soil.”

Hall skates for two bronze Morning Star Staff

Laura Hall of the Vernon Vortex helped Team B.C. by wining two bronze medals at the Western Canadian Short Track Championships last weekend in Selkirk, Man. Hall, 12, started Day 2 by placing fifth in the 200-metre race to qualify for the A final in her stronger distance, the 2,000. She got caught up with the field, allowing the leaders to gain a significant lead before being able to start her determined come-from-behind dash that is becoming expected from her. She took third and moved to fourth overall. On opening day, Hall was sixth in a very fast 400 event. In the second event of the day, the 1,500, Hall

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got stuck in traffic and ended up 50 metres behind the lead pack before breaking through and tracking down the leaders with a rentless pursuit to nip an Alberta skater, Venna Anderson, at the finish line for third place. She ended up fifth overall for the day. The competition finished with the 3,000 relay, where Hall and B.C. teammate Michelle Kalkman skated with Wren Acorn and Hannah Jones from the Northwest Territories for bronze. The Westerns experience gave Hall a good understanding of her competition and what will be needed during the off-season to move up the rankings. Michael Hall is head coach of the Vortex, who have a Facebook page.

Boarders take on Big White Morning Star Staff

North Okanagan boarders posted a pair of top-five results in the Neil Edgeworth Banked Slalom at Kelowna’s Big White Resort. It is the biggest annual event for snowboarders in the province and has been running for 18 years. Alexandra White of Oyama was second in female 12 to 14 with a best run of one minute 32.53 seconds. Dom Oshanek of Vernon was fourth in the men’s 19 to 24 class with a 1:26.62. The fastest time went to former Vernonite Tom Velisek, now of Nelson, 34, with 01:18:71. Male 19-24: Chad Finstad, Armstrong, 19th, 1:37.59; Female 25-34: Kirsten Clark, Vernon, 14th, 1:44.05; Male 25-34: Niko Siedmann, Vernon, sixth, 1:23.24. Male 50 and over: Brian Clark, Vernon, sixth, 1:48.38; Switch Race: Austin White, Oyama, ninth, 1:27.78; Dom Oshanek, Vernon, 12th, 1:34.80; Oskar Klein, Lake Country, 17th, 1:39.97; Alexandra White, Oyama, 23rd, 2:14.07.

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Rules of the road promoted Morning Star Staff

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The City of Vernon is reminding cyclists and drivers of the rules of the road. “It’s important that we respect the areas set aside for bicycle use, as they are an important part of how people move across and through our community,” said Clint Kanester, protective services manager. “Bike lanes help provide ‘green’ transportation opportunities, promote safe cycling and are an important component of the city’s transportation Plan.” Bicycle lanes are designated by signs or painted markings on the roadway. In all cases, they are marked with a diamond. The diamond designates them as special use lanes. “You may see other white painted lines near the road edge, especially in the more rural areas of Vernon, or in areas where there is no designated sidewalk or curb,” said Kanester. “These lines are called fog lines and designate the vehicular travel portion of the roadway. This helps motorists stay in their lanes and allows the

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Gardens dig into rain use Morning Star Staff

Greater Vernon Water is hosting a halfday workshop Monday on the design and construction of rain gardens. These gardens are irrigated by rain and storm water run-off, taking advantage of water running off buildings, paved surfaces (like sidewalks or roadways), or pooling in yards. “These unique landscape features are an aesthetically pleasing option for addressing drainage and run-off issues,” said Jennifer Miles, water sustainability co-ordinator. “Once established, rain gardens often need little to no additional irrigation, making them a low maintenance waterwise landscape feature.” This workshop is aimed at those in the business of landscape or irrigation management, construction, and installation, including municipal and commercial landscape professionals. Attendees will learn how to: Utilize storm water for irrigation Adapt the landscape to sustain, protect and enhance habitat Design a rain garden adapted to Okanagan specific, specialized

installations The workshop runs Make plant choices from 9 a.m. to noon which provide year- at the Polson Park round interest and Heritage Hall next to lower maintenance the2:37 Okanagan Project1_March 20th 18/03/15 PM Page 1Science costs Centre.

Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Call Zoe Kirk at 1-877-610-3737 ext. 4110 or e-mail zkirk@ rdos.bc.ca to register.

PUBLIC AUCTION GOOD FRIDAY APRIL 3rd, 2015

PREVIEW FROM 1 to 2 P.M. AUCTION AT 2 P.M. AIRPORT SEIZED DIAMONDS SEIZURE NO. CS4971-07-0926

NEW DIAMOND JEWELLERY SEIZED BY CUSTOMS AT CANADIAN AIRPORTS. SOLITAIRES, RINGS EARRINGS, STUDS EARRINGS, BRACELETS NECKLACES, BANGLES ETC. CERTIFIED NATURAL RUBIES SAPPHIRES EMERALDS AND OTHER VALUABLE GEMS. ALL IMPORTATION DUTIES AND TAXES PAID. SUPPLEMENTED WITH RARE SWISS MADE WATCHES GOLD AND SILVER BARS/COINS AND OTHER COLLECTIBLE JEWELLS. CERTIFIED AUTHENTIC.

Notice of Sale of Interest in Reserve Land

PURSUANT TO SECTION 50 OF THE INDIAN ACT

Open to all members of the Okanagan Indian Band TAKE NOTICE that the right to possession of an interest in the following lands located on OKANAGAN INDIAN RESERVE NO. 1 shall be offered for sale by the Superintendent in accordance with Section 50 of the Indian Act: Description of interest in land to be sold: • The right to lawful possession of the whole of Lot 144-1 Block 4, CLSR 80912, Okanagan Indian Reserve No. 1. This sale will conclude on July 7th, 2015. • The right to lawful possession of the whole of Lot 145 Block 4, CLSR 75115, Okanagan Indian Reserve No. 1. This sale will conclude on July 21st, 2015. • The right to lawful possession of the whole of Lot 9 Block B FRY SKETCH 319-36 Parcel 2, Okanagan Indian Reserve No. 1. This sale will conclude on August 5th, 2015. • The right to lawful possession of the whole of Lot 10 Block B FRY SKETCH 319-36, Okanagan Indian Reserve No. 1. This sale will conclude on August 19th, 2015. For an information package containing registration and survey information for the interests in land to be sold, please contact Lois Paul at BCestates@aandc-aadnc.gc.ca or 1.888.917.9977 (toll free within BC).

TO SUBMIT A BID IN ANY OF THE ABOVE SALES: All bids must be delivered to: Superintendent of Indian Aﬀairs, 600 – 1138 Melville Street, VANCOUVER BC V6E 4S3 Only bids received by 11:59 p.m. on the day that the sale concludes will be considered. ROLEX - CARTIER - PIAGET - IWC OMEGA - CHOPARD - BREITLING -------------------GOVERNMENT AUTHORIZED NUMISMATICS AND CANADIAN BANKS ISSUED GOLD AND SILVER COINS AND BARS

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Dated this 23rd day of February, 2015, at Vancouver, British Columbia. Dawna Tong, Superintendent, Aboriginal Aﬀairs and Northern Development Canada, BC Region, 600 – 1138 Melville Street, Vancouver, BC, V6E 4S3

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Three simple words

hink, plan, act: three simple words that, when followed in that order, are huge when it comes to keeping a person out of all kinds of trouble. In fact, jumping right into the action before considering the first two steps is probably the number one factor that gets people into problems concerning their personal safety. I don’t know how many times I have

heard, “I didn’t think we rely on when it it would do that,” or, “I comes to taking those didn’t plan extra few secon having onds to think, this happen.” plan, act. How No matter often have you how busy heard, “I was we think in a hurry,” or, we are, we “I had other need to slow things on my down and mind?” Far too think about often, I suspect, Lawrie Skolrood especially when what it is we are doing. comes to one’s The lack of enough personal safety. time seems to be the Unfortunately, all most common defense it takes is a few short

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moments of time to change the rest of your life, and believe me, when something bad is happening, the amount of time you have to think, plan, act becomes extremely small. Take a page out of the firefighters’ fire ground playbook and think about the safety concerns that are involved in your plans. This can have a significant impact on securing your personal safety. Once you make a mental note to slow down, you are able to plan a sound strategy that will keep you safe while taking part in any activity. For example, with all of this warm weather it hard to resist the opportunity to get out the old barbecue that has been carefully stored away for the winter and cook a batch of hot dogs or hamburgers for the family. But before firing the barbecue up, stop and think about whether it has survived the winter and that it is good working order. Make a plan insuring that any barbecuing you do is not only enjoyable but also safe. Your plan needs to include checking for leaks and making sure the burners and tubes connected to the burners are rust and debrisfree. Check that the burner throat, where the propane enters the burner, is free of dust or cobwebs. Keep the lid open when lighting your barbecue to avoid gas build up and have the proper products for lighting the barbecue safely if you are using briquettes. It is also important to make sure that the area in which you are going to use the barbecue is safely away from any flammable or combustible materials. Remember vinyl siding will melt very easily with exposure to a surprisingly small amount of heat. Focus on the task at hand and never leave your cooking unsupervised. Finally, plan to have the proper means

of extinguishing a fire nearby if in fact things happen to go wrong. Remember, never throw water on a grease fire. Have a lid available to cover and smother the flame or a fire extinguisher that can be used on flammable liquid. Warm weather also brings out the gardeners and provides an opportunity for spring cleaning around the house. It is a perfect time to think about what needs to be done to prevent accidents and fires throughout our not-too-far-off summer and its inevitable hot weather. Plan on simple things you can and need to do to make your home Firesmart and be prepared if we have a summer threatened by wildfire. This requires taking some time to think, plan, act as all of these activities generally require sharp tools and machinery, as well as the storage and use of flammable and combustible fuels. Plan on safely operating the equipment you will be using and make sure that you securely store lubricants and fuels away from any heat sources, fertilizers and garden chemicals. Do not smoke when fueling machinery and dispose of smoking materials properly, not in potting soil of flower pots or planters. We live in a beautiful community that can be much safer by all of us slowing down and taking the time to insure we do things properly and safely. Vernon Fire Rescue Services encourages you to think safety when it comes to your life and all those close you. Make a big difference to your family and your community. Don’t bet on the idea that it will never happen to you. Instead, be that person who takes the time to make sure it doesn’t. Remember to think, plan, act. Lawrie Skolrood is deputy fire chief with Vernon Fire Rescue Services.

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SCHEDULE Presbyterian

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Corner of 32 Avenue & Alexis Park Drive

9:50 a.m. - Hymn Sing & Worship Service

“A Passion Begins” Rev. Dr. Teresa Charlton

Lighthouse Fell wship

Chapel Services

11:30am - Noon Monday to Friday Bible teaching, songs, prayer All are welcome!

Sunday Services 10:30am

650 St. Annes Road (3km behind O’Keefe Ranch)

Francois 250.550.4381

3403 – 27th Avenue, Vernon

TRINITY UNITED CHURCH

a community learning to love like Jesus Rev. Jeﬀ Seaton

Palm Sunday Service - 10 AM 3300 Alexis Park Drive - 250 - 545 - 0797 www.trinityvernon.ca

A CHURCH FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Sunday Morning Service @ 10am

Sunday: 9am & 11am

Pastor Don Reeve:

Christ in the Passover Coﬀee Fellowship in the gym between services Kids pre-school Program during both services

Korean Ministry also (한인예배)

www.fi rstbaptistvernon.net www.firstbaptistvernon.net

Sunday, March 29th at 6:30pm

Speaker: Larry Jontz Music: Christina Cardinal

Pastor Fred & Christina Cardinal 250-546-2449 or 250-306-8959

10 am Service ~ Pastor Cliff

Palm Sunday - “Our King” Good Fri @ Perf Arts Ctr 9:30 & 11:15

ALL SAINTS

3205 - 27th St. • 250-542-3179

All are Welcome “Helping People Discover Jesus Christ & Become His Followers”

WELCOMES YOU!

allsaintsvernon.org

Sunday Services

7:45am Traditional Eucharist (BCP) 9:15am The Table 11am Choral Eucharist (BAS)

Centre for

Spiritual Living SUNDAYS:

10:00-10:15 am Meditation 10:30- 11:30am Celebration 2913 - 29 Avenue, Vernon 250-549-4399 th

www.csl-vernon.org

For information on advertising in the

Church Directory

Call Lynnaya

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250-550-7916

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                 

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Faith Baptist Church 3908 – 27th Street, Vernon • Phone: 250-545-7700 www.faithbaptistvernon.com

Lead Pastor: Len Mittelstaedt • Youth/Young Families Pastor: Chris Laser

Sunday

10:30am Morning Worship Service Nursery Care available & Sunday School for age 3 - gr.6 Wednesday 10:30am Bible Study and Prayer Time

Vernon Christian Fellowship 10:00 AM FAMILY WORSHIP

Speaker: Jesse Enns

Weekly Fellowships and Youth

Join Us in Prayer

“The LANDING”

Kids Church~Teens~Young Adults~Care Groups 250-542-8011

Jeremy Kinniburgh

www.vcfvernon.ca

All are welcome at Head of the Lake Hall

“Your Life in His Hands”

한인담당: 250-309-3162

Mid week programs for all ages including JR & SR Youth

5661 Silver Star Road (250) 549-3095

Journey to the Cross

Children & Youth

www.emmanuelvernon.ca

OPEN VALLEY COWBOY CHURCH

Saturday 6:30 pm • Sundays 9:30am & 11:11am

10 am Sunday Worship Service

Anglican Church

www.gbcvernon.ca

3412 - 15 Avenue, BC V1T 6N9 t: 250-545-5941 f: 250-545-5117

2601 - 43rd Avenue 250-545-7105 www.vernonalliance.org

FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS

Evangelical Free Church of Canada

VERNON ALLIANCE CHURCH

15th St. @ 32nd Ave. Ph: 250-542-0128 Pastor Dan Watt

4506 - 29th St. 545-2927

Pastoral Staff: Ray Bale & Charlie Whitley

Service Times

Sunday: 1pm - Sunday School (Men, Ladies, and Children’s classes) 2pm - Main Service Nursery Provided (Ages 0-4) Thursday Prayer and Bible Study: 7pm Currently meeting at Knox Presbyterian 3701 32ave, Vernon Christ Centered, Family Focused Solid Bible preaching with the old-fashioned hymns

Richard Aulin, Pastor www.ovbc.ca 1.855.544.OVBC (6822)

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Purchase composter, earn financial rebate Morning Star Staff

The Regional District of North Okanagan has launched the 2015 composter rebate program. RDNO will offer a $30 rebate to North Okanagan residents who purchase an approved composter at a participating retailer between now and Sept. 30. Participating retailers are: Armstrong Shepherd’s Home Hardware Building Centre Enderby Central Hardware Timber Mart Lumby Irly Bird Building Centres Vernon Briteland Holdings Rona Home Centre Fishers Hardware Canadian Tire Swan Lake Nurseryland Home Building Centre There are several approved mod-

els to choose from at the participating retailers; Garden Gourment Composters, Rotating and Tumbling Composters, Terrra Composter, Free Garden Earth or Earth Machine Composter and one vermicomposter, Briteland’s BioBin. Residents are encouraged to contact their retailer of choice to select the model best suited to the quantity of organics they produce. Rebate application forms, including a legible sales receipt are to be submitted to the RDNO office for processing. Rebate application forms are available at participating retailer, online at www.rdno.ca/recycle (composting), and at the RDNO office in Coldstream. RDNO is hosting a free composting workshop May 23 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Xerindipity Demonstration Garden in Polson Park. Registration is not required for the workshop, but seating is limited.

Devon Tompkins Service Consultant

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Cowboy Honour

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Spallumcheen resident Ken Mather receives the Joe Marten Memorial Award for the Preservation of Cowboy Heritage from the B.C. Cowboy Heritage Society in Kamloops. Mather is a Morning Star columnist and has been curator at O’Keefe Ranch. Vernon BCSPCA 4800 Haney Road (250) 549-7297

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The B.C. government has revived its emissionfree vehicle subsidy program, offering up to $5,000 to buyers of battery-powered and plug-in hybrid cars. B.C. will spend $10.6 million, most of it for vehicle purchase rebates and the rest to finance new car charging stations. The program takes effect April 1 and is funded to continue until March 2018. Those scrapping a 2000-or-older vehicle can receive an additional $3,250 toward a new battery electric or eligible plug-in hybrid under the B.C. Scrap-It program. Even with the rebate, an electric car is more expensive to buy than a comparable gasolinepowered vehicle, but the fuel savings average about $1,600 a year compared to gasoline. B.C.’s last electric vehicle rebate program ran from 2011 to 2014, subsidizing the purchase of 950 electric vehicles and more than 1,000 charging stations. Energy Minister Bill Bennett said electric vehicles and charging stations are not just a big-city option, and some are used in his home town of Cranbrook and other towns across the province, despite their shorter range. “Anybody with a 200-amp service can put a 30-amp breaker on their panel, put a charging station in their driveway or in their garage and charge their vehicle at home,” Bennett said. That option won’t qualify for any provincial subsidy, other than for the vehicle. The program also includes rebates of up to $6,000 for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, which are still not sold in B.C.

Hydrogen vehicles were heavily promoted leading up to the 2010 Winter Olympics, with a fleet of 20 transit buses provided for Whistler. They were parked late last year, after bringing in hydrogen fuel from Quebec to keep them running. If they can’t be sold they will be converted to diesel. Hydrogen fuel cell cars are available in California, although at least one manufacturer expects to have them available in B.C. within two years, Bennett said.

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VSS grad shares love of film with the world Filmmaker Ryan Bouman got his start behind the lens in his hometown of Vernon Kristin Froneman Morning Star Staff

It was a choice between a spatula or a lens. Back in high school, when Ryan Bouman wasn’t helping out at his parents’ bakery, he was working the cameras and video editing equipment available to him through his media production and film studies classes at Vernon Secondary School. In Grade 11, he saved up enough money from his bakery job at Sweet Caroline’s, owned by his parents Roy and Caroline Bouman, and bought his first video camera, followed by his first iMac, complete with a full editing suite. “It was there that my love for video work and films really took off,” said Bouman. “Back then it was pretty rare for a high school student to have their own computer.” Now 27 and married, Bouman runs his own film production company in Calgary, and has travelled the world shooting various projects. His first major one came in November, 2013, when he was hired to go to Uganda to film a video for a non-profit organization. “It had always been a dream of mine to be able to go to Africa, and it was pretty surreal to actually be going,” said Bouman. “I spent a week in a village in Uganda, filming the community and showing how it has grown in the last 10 years.” Bouman decided to stay an extra three days to do a passion project for a company (DuncanAfrica) building guitars in Uganda. “Every morning I was picked up by a Boda-Boda (motorcycle taxi) and would drive through the hills of Uganda to this workshop with my gear bungie chorded to the front,” he said. Bouman credits his media teacher at VSS, Mike Sawka, for fostering his interest in filmmaking and editing. “I remember he would give me access to the computers to edit projects during lunch hours and after school,” said Bouman. “He saw that I had a passion for this stuff and just let me roll with it, and allowed me a lot of creative freedom to make the projects my own. I am very thankful to him for that.” In his 20th year of teaching, Sawka continues to instruct students in media and video production at VSS, and says he remembers

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Vernon-raised filmmaker Ryan Bouman is making a name for himself filming documentaries and promotional videos for non-profit projects in Africa and Haiti. Bouman for his enthusiasm. “He was an exceptional student and I’ve followed his journey since he graduated. I knew he was going to do well with it,” said Sawka, adding he recalls Bouman spending extra time on his projects. “One thing with the media class is that when a kid really enjoyed working with video, a one-hour class was never enough, so I’d allow them to work on their breaks, during lunch hour or after school.” Sawka continues to encourage his students to pursue a career in filmmaking, production and media arts and besides Bouman, has seen a few other of his other graduating students succeed. “Jody Hill is similar to Ryan in that he has

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his own video business in Kelowna, while one of my former students, Sheena Johnson, works on the set of Game of Thrones,” he said. “Vancouver is a happening place for movies and TV, and those kids looked into those avenues.” Bouman opted to take a different path after he graduated, working various jobs, including doing some projects for Vernon Alliance Church and Eagle Bay summer camp, where he created video memories for campers to take home. “I went to a few interviews at various film schools in Vancouver, but nothing seemed to feel right. The cost was really tough to justify and I was feeling pretty discouraged,” he said. It was around that time, in 2008, that the

DSLR video revolution started. Using the video component on a digital lens reflex camera (which allows the photographer to interchange lenses), gave creative freedom to budget videographers and filmmakers, who were always used to shooting on a camera with a fixed lens, said Bouman. “All of a sudden you could shoot cinemastyle videos on a camera that cost $2,500,” he said. After seeing some footage from a DSLR camera online, Bouman went down to the store that day and bought one. “I began honing my skills and shot a wedding for some friends, and it actually turned out really well. People started to notice my work and I started to get hired for more weddings. I remember thinking, ‘wow I could actually make this work.’” Bouman also put his editing skills to good use, and still edits all his own work using Adobe Premier Pro as well as the rest of the Creative Suite process. “It’s where you get to see all your hard work really pay off,” he said. After attending some workshops in the U.S. on video production and indie film making, and spending the following summer shooting more weddings, Bouman decided to follow his girlfriend Kristen Boda (now his wife) to Calgary. “Businesses in Calgary started to see my work and the work continued to come in,” he said. Bouman has since been to Africa two more times, shooting for non-profits in Burundi and Ethiopia, and he recently returned from a trip where he created a promotional film for Clean Water for Haiti, which employs Haitians to build water filters for their own use. “Haiti is one of the world’s most impoverished nations, and to see these people empowered to help their own people was really amazing to watch and I am proud to have been able to tell their story,” said Bouman. “These experiences have really expanded my world view.” He also just wrapped up a film project on the wild horses of Alberta, and hopes to do more film work in Vernon in the future. “I get hired for projects in Vernon every once in a while, but mostly Vernon is a place of rest for me. Kirsten and I love to visit our family and friends there,” said Bouman. “It would be cool to do more projects in Vernon as there is so much of it that is still a part of who I am. I really do love what I get to do. It has put me to meet some amazing people, see the world, and gives me a creative outlet daily.” To view some of Bouman’s film work, visit vimeo.com/ryanboumanfilm.

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Tris (Shailene Woodley) is a young woman hoping to kill a politician in Insurgent.

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hen we last left Tris (Shailene Woodley), she was on the run from the government, represented by Erudite leader Jeanine (Kate Winslet) as well as her soldiers. Hiding among the Factionless, Tris and her boyfriend Four (Theo James) wait for their opportunity to expose and topple Jeanine, while bolstering numbers by recruiting disenfranchised citizens. Jeanine discovers a mysterious box that she feels only a Divergent can open. When Tris successfully opens the box, she releases a secret that changes everyone’s lives forever, in the dystopian walled city of Chicago, perhaps for the entire world. We say, “If it hadn’t before, it has stopped making sense since.” TAYLOR: The first in this exquisitely silly post-apocalyptic teen franchise promTaylor and Howe ised that the possible answers to come in the second chapter would disappoint, likely infuriate reasonable viewers expecting a sensible plot. In this effort, the filmmakers have greatly exceeded even my jaded and somewhat ignorant view on the matter (having not read the books) by changing the story to such a degree as to anger fans of the work, before the movie came out. I didn’t know about these changes until after seeing the film. I felt compelled to look up the plots of the series to see if my wife and I were correct in our simultaneous assessment that this story makes no sense and is probably stupid. It turns out the film had a little more help than the book. HOWE: I’m a little disappointed. The first installment I found to be OK. This one I found a few things wrong with it.

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The first problem I had was with the length of the film, around the two hour mark. It’s a little long and contained way too many unneeded shots. As I said about the first part, it could easily be cut by 15 minutes and you would get the same effect. They could have made two semi-decent films out of the four parts (yes, look out for parts three and four in 2016 and 17). The battle scenes are another let down. Film companies have a fair bit of money to blow on something like this, but when there are these huge battles for survival, there is only about 20 people fighting the war. Pretty pathetic if you ask me. I think the producer or director should have watched the last Hunger Games movie to see how a battle should be filmed. Don’t get me started on the dress sense. They are even worse than the ‘70s movie ideas of how we dress in the future. Are there no fashion designers in this post-apocalyptic hell? TAYLOR: At the end of this film, the audience is treated to a great secret that you shouldn’t believe nor find entertaining, because it is ridiculous. In essence, the old society (outside the walls) set up the faction system based on personalities because they knew eventually there would be people who wouldn’t fit into a faction and those people would be the new leaders, proving that humans could live together again. To which I ask flabbergasted, “What?!” I guess failure equals success in a Divergent universe, so I’ll just congratulate the filmmakers and move on. – Taylor gives Insurgent 0 writing lessons out of 5. – Howe gives it 2 really bad jumpsuits out of 5.

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CHERRyVIllE aRTISanS SHOP 1187 Hwy. 6, Cherryville, 5470020. Open by appointment — great gifts, from pottery to sculpture. GallERy OdIn 215 Odin Rd. Silver Star Mountain, 503-0822. The gallery’s winter show features oils, acrylics, mixed media and silk paintings, sculptures, scrimshaw, fabric and fused glass by well known Okanagan and B.C. artists. Winter hours are Wednesdays, 1 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 1 to 6 p.m. or by appointment. GallERy VERTIGO Suite 1 - 3001 31st St. Vernon, 503-2297 Closing this weekend is Vertigo’s Fibre Arts exhibit. Entries for the annual Juried Members Show, with this year’s theme Spring, is open until Saturday. All members are eligible to submit work including paintings, sketches, 3D, sculptures, photographs etc. Memberships cost $25 for adults, $15 for seniors and students. FOR yOUR EyES Only GIFT GallERy 2855 Moray St., Armstrong, 250-309-3364. Alex Fong: a gifted artist from Kelowna, is the artist featured this month. Gallery hours: Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., or call for appt. at another time or day. HEadBOnES GallERy 6700 Old Kamloops Rd., 542-8987. The gallery presents UBCO printmaker Briar Craig’s Urban Clever and Steven Lee Scott’s Urban Cool with an opening reception April 3 from 6 to 9 p.m. Both artists will be in attendance. The exhibition runs until May 30. Headbones also welcomes its new artist-inresidence Rose Sanderson, who will be at the gallery April 1 to 30. All are welcome to stop by and meet her. Gallery hours are noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, or by appointment. nadInE’S FInE aRT & FRaMES 3101B 31st Ave. 542-8544. Artist of the month is Eileen Sawracki, a local painter whose work is easily recognizable: representational landscapes, loose, with glazes of brilliant colour. Eileen is a member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and also the Okanagan Artists of Canada. Her paintings are mixed media acrylic, and she has been a successful contributing artist at Nadine’s for nine years. Eileen also supports local art charities, ArtWalk and juried shows at various venues. On Saturday, Armstrong writer Richard Wallace is at Nadine’s for a book signing of his newly published work More Truth than Fiction. ROGERS GallERy 4420 Larkin Cross Rd. Armstrong, 1-800356-8735. Enjoy our new show Two Takes, art on a common theme, features textile artist Lorraine Johnson Brotsky and painter Gail Werschler. They are Vernon neighbours who share a friendship, a creativity in their art medium, and a fence. Show runs now to April at the Rogers Bulk Food Store, Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. VERnOn PUBlIC aRT GallERy 3228 31st. Ave., 545-3173. The VPAG’s third Okanagan Print Triennial, a juried exhibition hosted every three years by the VPAG, Kelowna Art Gallery and UBC Okanagan, features the work of printmakers from 35 countries around the world. The art will be shown at two locations - in the VPAG under the Vernon parkade as well as at the new satellite gallery (look for the Big Steel boxes located at 31st Avenue and 31st Street.) Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission by donation. Work will be on display to May 9. THE VIllaGE GallERy 1961 Vernon St. (Hwy. 6), Lumby. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. The Village Gallery is celebrating its second anniversary with 10 per cent off of everything in the store and free refreshments Saturday. Come check out our newly renovated store and expanded display space. The gallery is operated as an artist coop and displays the work of over 20 artists from the area.

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THE COMIC STRIPPERS The fictitious male stripper troupe, played by a cast of some of Canada’s best improvisational comedians, is back at the Performing Arts Centre April 10 after last year’s successful show. Tickets are $35 or $30 each for groups of six or more, available online at www.ticketseller.ca/983 or call 250-549SHOW (7469). Warning: No extreme nudity, just extreme hilarity. A show for all genders, 19-plus only. THE GRIndROd PlayERS are pleased to present The Clock Struck Twelve, a mystery farce by James Reach. Performances will

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Toronto’s Kaha:wi Dance Theatre is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a national tour of the Norval Morrisseau inspired production TransMigration. The tour makes a stop at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Saturday at 7:30 p.m. TransMigration is a dialogue, a response to Morrisseau’s vision, struggles and brilliance as an artist. It is also a reflection of humanity as well as the power of imagination and spirit to transcend. Please note that TransMigration is intended for mature audiences. Tickets are $35/adult, $32 /senior and $30/student at the Ticket Seller box office in the centre. Call 250-549-7469 or order online at www. ticketseller.ca. be at A.L. Fortune School in Enderby April 9, 10, and 11 at 7 p.m. and on April 12 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the door. General admission is $8, while seniors and students 12 and under are $7. Come and find out “who done it”.” OkanaGan SyMPHOny ORCHESTRa April 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre, the OSO presents Creation, featuring three prominent vocal soloists, including tenor Isaiah Bell, along with soprano Siobhan Raupach and bass Randall Jakobsh, both originally from Vernon, who will be singing the inspiring work of Josef Haydn’s Creation, based on the Book of Genesis. Tickets are at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller. ca. käFIG: BRaSIl Brazilian martial arts fuse with avant-garde hip hop dance when Compagnie Käfig of Rio de Janeiro take over the Vernon Performing Arts Centre stage with their performance of Käfig: Brasil April 14 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $40/adult, $37/ senior, $35/student at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller. ca. Discounts available for members of the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Society. TOWER OF SOnG Duo Oliver Swain and Glenna Garramone perform a creative tribute to Canadian poet and folk icon Leonard Cohen, April 17, 7:30 p.m. at the Creekside Theatre in Lake Country. They will perform their re-imagined covers from Cohen’s songbook as well as Cohen-inspired originals. Tickets are $25 each or group of four for $92 at the Lake Country Municipal office, or call 250-766-9309 to reserve. MORnInG MElOdIES Host/pianist Sarah Hagen is highlighted in the last Morning Melodies of the season, April 21. Concerts take place in the Marie Fleming Hall at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre, and start with refreshments and a chance to chat with the musicians at 10 a.m., followed by a 70-minute concert at 10:30 a.m. Tickets are $35/adult, $33/senior and $18/student available at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469, www.ticketseller.ca.

FILM VERnOn FIlM SOCIETy All films screen at the Vernon Towne Cinema on 30th Avenue. Tickets are $7 available one week in advance at the Bean Scene and at the theatre. Gemma Bovary shows at the regular times of 5:15 and 7:45 p.m. Monday. The film, French and English, is a re-imagining of Gustave Flaubert’s classic novel Madam Bovary.

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anCHOR Inn nEIGHBOURHOOd PUB 3030 Smith Dr., Armstrong, 250-546-8210. Karaoke with Brenda is every Saturday at 8:30 p.m. until close. aRMSTROnG HOTEl The Blue Saloon, 2715 Pleasant Valley Blvd. 250-546-6642. Jams every Thursday, Friday and Saturday start at 8 p.m. Music of all styles welcome. Hosted by Rudy. No minors. BlUE Ox PUB Hwy 6 Lumby. Friday Night Jam starts at 9 p.m. with a country rock set by host band The Mabel Lickers. Jamming starts around 10 p.m. BlUEGRaSS nIGHT Vernon Community Arts Centre (in Polson Park) every second Wednesday of the month, 7 to 9:30 p.m. All stringed acoustic instruments welcome, or just come and sing along. Books provided if required. Drop in $4 at the door. Call Sid for more info at 250-549-1024. BRandInG IROn PUB 3445 Okanagan St., Armstrong, (250) 5460044. Superstar Karaoke every Friday night at 8 p.m. COldSTREaM COFFEE HOUSE at the Coldstream Women’s Institute Hall, 9909 Kalamalka Lake Rd. The Coldstream Coffee House takes place the third Saturday of every month. The open mic portion of the evening, showcasing a variety of great local talent, will precede the feature performance. Admission is $5 with a concession by donation. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and show starts at 7 p.m EaGlES Hall 5101 25th Ave. 542-3003. Karaoke is Friday at 8 p.m. with Brenda Galbraith. THE GREEn in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-3321. Sunday is The Green’s new variety night, open to all performers, musicians, comedians etc. Hosted by Organized Chaos. Starts at 7 p.m. lOnGHORn PUB 4513 25th Ave., 542-9222. Wednesday night is karaoke hosted by Gail Fisher from Superstar, 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday is Country Music Night hosted by Gail Fisher from Superstar DJ, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday night jam hosted by Wheelhouse, 7:30 to 11 p.m. PaddlEWHEEl Hall COFFEE HOUSE 7801 Okanagan Landing Rd. Last Friday of the month. Starts at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30. Musicians wishing to participate can call Roberta at 250-545-3321. Refreshments. Admission $2 members, $4 non-members. PEaCHWaVE 4300 27th St. Vernon, 778-475-2144. The self-serve frozen yogurt shop hosts an open mic Thursday at 6 p.m. Open to all ages. Musicians, spoken word artists, comedians welcome. TORO’S PUB 1220 Kalamalka Lake Rd, 545-7856. Karaoke is every Thursday at 8 p.m. Hosted by Anita LeBlanc.

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aRMy, naVy, aIRFORCE ClUB 2500 - 46th Ave. 250-542-3277. Live music every Friday in the Spitfire Lounge. Tonight dance to Sax Appeal. Music from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. No cover. Everyone is welcome. BOURBOn STREET BaR and GRIll Prestige Inn, 4411 32nd St. 778-475-7224. Les Copeland (guitar and vocals) and Cameron Ward (bass) play live jazz, blues and a mixed bag of tunes every Thursday evening from 6:30 until 9:30 p.m. CHECkERS BaR and GRIll in the Best Western Plus Vernon Lodge, 250-541-2653. Tonight and Saturday is classic rock with Mace. THE GREEn in the Village Green Hotel, 4801 27th St. 542-3321. The Young’uns perform tonight and Saturday. Starts at 9:15 p.m. No cover. InTERMEZZO RESTaURanT and WInE CEllaR 3206 34th Ave., 250-542-3853. Enjoy easy listening music with a European flair, Wednesdays from 6 to 9 p.m., with Easy Street, featuring Bjorn Edblad on clarinet and sax and George Bensmiller on accordion. lOREnZO’S CaFE 901 Mabel Lake Rd. (8 km east of Enderby), 8386700. Chilean musician Marco Claveria, who will be performing at this year’s Salmon Arm Roots and Blues festival, is at Lorenzo’s April 3 to play Latin rhythms. April 4, Pappa Dawg plays from the slinky grooves of New Orleans to the down and dirty rawness of Chicago and all points in-between. Music starts at 8 p.m. Cover is $15. Call to reserve. MaTCH EaTERy & PUBlIC HOUSE Lake City Casinos, 4900 Anderson Way, Vernon, (250) 275-6046. Live music is from 8 p.m. to midnight every Friday and Saturday. This weekend is Rick Zipp and his band Wheelhouse and guitarist Les Copeland. VERnOn JaZZ ClUB 3000 - 31st St. Montreal-based singer, songwriter, pianist, arranger and producer and three-time Juno nominee Elizabeth Shepherd is in the house April 4. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 at the Bean Scene, Bean to Cup and www.vernonjazz.ca.

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s many people suspect, albums based on duets and guests for features are often directionless excursions. Some work (Santana’s Supernatural), but they often signify writer’s block or worse: the telltale sign of a flagging career. This is definitely not the case with Van Morrison’s Duets: Reworking the Catalogue. The legendary Irish singer sounds strong and self assured and his choice of material casts his music into interesting corners. If he had stopped at Gloria or Moondance, Morrison’s place in the rock pantheon would have been assured, but he went further into more earthy and visionary sounds. Duets explores his lesser known material. Morrison’s voice and interpretive powers are in full force. His performances here carry the day and he traverses Dean Gordon-Smith between R&B, jazz, blues and folk. It’s a typical gig for Morrison but are his partners up for the show? That’s where the duet album succeeds. Morrison is a deceptive sparring partner – his ad libs are offhand but convey as much as a precise hook. The material is tasteful and well-chosen, merging Morrison’s back catalogue of more than 40 years with ease. In a nod to his past, Morrison recruits early British rockers, Georgie Fame, PJ Proby and Chris Farlowe on good time tunes of hearty nostalgia. Steve Winwood is a logical sonic mix on the slow burning, Fire in the Belly. The two are cut from the same cloth. Taj Mahal’s contribution to the seldom heard blues, How Can a Poor Boy, is offhand and gritty. It also suggests a natural compatability. The peak moments here are the subtle folk-tinged songs.

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Legendary singer Van Morrison tackles some of his lesser known songs with a little help from his friends. Rough God Goes Riding is poetic and gentle, adding contrast to the forceful duet with daughter, Shana Morrison. Streets of Arklow has a similar ambiance with mystic images of landscapes, gypsies and seashore. Morrison’s collaboration with ‘80s Brit rocker Mick Hucknall (Simply Red) is an inspired choice for the song. The album’s only misstep occurs on its best known song, Real Real Gone. The song has enough R&B based energy to carry itself and Morrison responds to the call in like fashion. His partner, Michael Buble fails to heed the summons, even though it is a love song (Buble’s usual choice of material). Van the Man wants to rock and Buble’s enervating performance threatens to thwart him, but thankfully fails. The song wins and his work is done.

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The ensemble Octagon performs at UBC Okanagan’s Minds and Music event today in the University Centre Ballroom. The afternoon will include excerpts from Schubert’s Octet Opus 16 and Beethoven’s Septet Opus 20. Minds and Music is organized by Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences associate professor of philosophy Manuela Ungureanu. She envisions students, faculty, staff, and the wider Okanagan community together experiencing the joy of music-making and learning about its cultural and historical ties. The Octagon concert is a free event and is supported by Chamber Music Kelowna and the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences. It runs from 12:30 to 1:50 p.m.

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Teaching kids to manage stress SuSan GuttridGe Special to The Morning Star

Everyone struggles at times with focusing, being patient and managing emotions. We all have aspects of our lives that we find challenging, and sometimes we struggle with being the best versions of ourselves. Yet, what if we had learned at a young age how to create space between the input of an experience and the output of our reactions? Learning how, in that space, to process the experience, the physiological sensations and the emotions it evokes? What would life be like for you? These are the exact motivations for the Live Calm Kids group: combining powerful emotion and anxiety management techniques with playful yoga-inspired movements, to assist children in developing a “toolkit” of skills for handling the stresses life throws at them. There are a lot of demands on children these days. Equally so, there are a lot of demands on parents and families in general. Many of us live a fast-paced lifestyle that contradicts the curious nature of children. Everything is new to children and their experience of the world is vastly different from that of an adult. Many children struggle with the impacts of stress, yet have little capacity to make meaningful changes to the things that cause them stress. Children more than ever are chronically exhausted, which can lead to feelings of being emotionally overwhelmed. Even when children have adequate sleep, sensory overload can bring on feelings of exhaustion. The high amount of stimuli bombarding children at all times can become overwhelming for their nervous system, causing them to feel like they are “always on.” Children may not have the words to vocalize how they are feeling. We see stress and anxiety in their behaviour (clinging to a parent or struggles with separations, being stubborn, whining or crying, aggression), in their emotions (sadness, tears, anger), and in their physical health (such as stomach aches and headaches when no physical illness is present, changes in eating patterns or appetite, sleep disturbances and nightmares). Stress and worry can impact the way a child interacts with and views the world. I believe that children and youth benefit greatly when they are provided with

Stork Report Feb. 27: Born to Steve and Valerie Mill of Vernon, B.C., a boy, 8 lbs. 6 oz., named Remington Arthur Walter. A brother for Griffin, 6; Sophera, 3. A grandson for Wayne and Gwen Bayrack of Westbank, B.C.; Gary Mill and Gabby Dragger of Gibson’s, B.C.; Karen Cherry of Victoria, B.C. A greatgrandson for Lily and Gary Mitchelle of Nanaimo, B.C.; Yvonne and Dave Mill, formerly of Sechelt, B.C.; Paul Bayrack, formerly of Edmonton, Alta. March 3: Born to Allan and Brittany ArsenaultKiss of Vernon, a boy, 7 New Additions lbs. 14 oz., named Lincoln Allan. A grandson for Tracey and Steve Kiss of Vernon, B.C.; Alan and Nancy Arsenault of Grande Cache, Alta. A great-grandson for Ross and Ellen Merritt of Penticton, B.C.; Allan and Janet Arsenault of Moncton, N.B.; Steve and Carol Kiss of Vancouver, B.C. March 6: Born to Brandyn Patzer and Ara Metzner of Vernon, a boy, 8 lbs. 1 oz., named Kaleo Edward Metzner Patzer. A grandson for Peter and Barb Metzner, Lana Kerr. March 9: Born to Travis and Kate Toews of Vernon, a boy, 8 lbs. 2 oz., named Reid Edward. A brother for Owen, 3. A grandson for Robert and Maggie Schulz of Prince George, B.C.; John and Sherry Toews of Vernon, B.C. A great-grandson for Helmut Schulz of Penticton, B.C.; Olive Taferner of Vernon. March 9: Born to Chad and Melissa de Groot of Vernon, B.C., a girl, 9 lbs., named Blayke Marilyn. A sister for Easton, 2. A granddaughter for Barry and Wendy Chanasyk of Pritchard, B.C.; Jack and Dinah de Groot of Bayfield, Ont. A great-granddaughter for Chick Stewart of Surrey, B.C.; Bud and Bernice Chanasyk of Langley, B.C. A great-great granddaughter for Mary Rogers, 102, of Langley. March 13: Born to Brad and Lori Weston of Lumby, a boy, 6 lbs. 13 oz., named Leo Charles Antal. A brother for Ulyn, 2 1/2. A grandson for Zoltan and Denise Erdesz of Surrey, B.C.; Judy Weston of Chilliwack, B.C. A great-grandson for Susan and Antal Erdesz of Surrey, Deltry Curran of Richmond, B.C. March 13: Born to Lonny and Kelli Mazurak of Vernon, a girl, 8 lbs. 8 oz., named Marlee Taya. A sister for Gavin, 2 1/2. A granddaughter for Marlene and Mike Puzin of Nelson, B.C.; Doug and Dorothy Garland of Vernon, B.C.; Beth Quinni and Clint Morrish of Sidney, B.C.; David and Donna Mazurak of Prince George, B.C.

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Live Calm Kids is a new group that teaches children the skills to manage worry and stress. opportunities to learn the skills for handling their strong emotions rather than feeling overwhelmed by emotion. The Live Calm Kids group combines counselling strategies and yoga-inspired movements, focusing on strengthening children’s capacity for present moment awareness and self-regulation, while increasing connection to self and others. Each group session provides playful opportunities for children to learn the strategies in a supportive and compassionate environment. The group is designed for children of various ages, with the most recent one being for kids aged five to seven. I am very excited to co-facilitate the Live Calm Kids group with Arise yoga instructor Lisa Dumas, who brings a gentle yet passionate energy in her role as teacher, seeing the strengths in her students in a way that inspires and fosters growth. Research has demonstrated the necessity for parents to be tuned in to their chil-

dren (connected to their child’s emotions, symptoms, concerns, and is responsive to his or her bids for attention). When parents are tuned in, they are able to create an environment where the child undoubtedly knows that she is loved and accepted regardless of her behaviour. The tuned in parent is able to create a foundation of safety and emotional stability that gives their child a much greater sense of resiliency. Because of this, Live Calm Kids fosters a parent component: providing resources to parents after each session as well as a one-to-one follow-up session to best assist parents in helping their child maintain his or her learning in the group. The group runs four Saturdays, beginning April 11, from 11 a.m. to noon at Arise Yoga. Please call 250-938-5580 for more information or to reserve your child’s spot. Susan Guttridge, BA, MC, is a Canadian Certified Counselor at Live Happy Counselling Services in Vernon

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Sharing love and joy ticipants will learn everything they need to know to become part of the world of caring clowns. “This is a high quality and unique workshop,” said Carole Fawcett (aka Flower), who founded the group in May 1999. “This group was told by B.C.’s first paid therapeutic clown, Paul Hoosen, that they were the most professional group he had ever encountered.” In 1999, Doris (Bubbles) Bensmiller teamed up with Fawcett and since then, they have trained hundreds of people in the art of therapeutic clowning. “It might be fun, but we take it seriously,” said Fawcett, adding that therapeutic clowns are very different than circus clowns.

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Knox Presbyterian Church welcomes children and their grandparents to Grandma & Me (And Grandpa Too) Teddy Bear Picnic today from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This fun craft and storytelling time is designed to give parents, grandparents and children a break from the “break.” Bring your grandma or grandpa, but Rev. Teresa Charlton, pastor at Knox, said “We will have grannies and grandpas available for ‘adoption’ for the day as well.” Teddy Bear Picnic is $5 per child. For more information, call 250-542-8613. Knox Presbyterian Church is at 3701-32nd Ave., off Alexis Park Drive.

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In the clouds

ver the last few years the word “cloud” has entered the computer vernacular to describe a somewhat amorphous data storage medium. Companies like Apple and IBM have embraced the term as a natural extension to the familiar hard drives and thumb drives. Physically, the cloud is a collection of mass storage devices with dedicated servers connected over the Internet. It may be housed in Vernon PC Users’ Club one room, or scattered over several continents. Vendors promote the cloud as a data storage service that is fully secure, has unlimited capacity and is cheap and accessible. “Parallel processing” is a term that has been around for decades and refers to the concurrent operation of two or more computers, each with its own operating system but under the overall control of a “super” operating system. Hence the term “supercomputer,” which pre-dates the Internet. They can be found in large government, military or research establishments engaged in heavy-duty data processing like that involved with weather system analysis, nuclear research, gnome processing, census derivatives and the like. Typically they are confined to one location with various input/output devices connected over a local or wide area network. Now fast-forward to the present and the ubiquity of the Internet. Substitute for the supercomputer any array of computers located anywhere in the world, replace the super operating system with the Internet and for the input/output devices read phone, tablet, laptop, desktop and whatever similar device you could name. What do you get? A cloud computer! The Vernon PC Users’ Club meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Schubert Centre in the cafeteria. Call Betty at 542-7024 or Gina at 550-6126 for more information.

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get involved and make a difference! If you are a person who enjoys spending time with seniors and wants to make a difference in someone’s life…we have an opportunity for you! The Family Resource Centre’s Senior Support Volunteer program pairs volunteers with clients who need a friendly, helping hand and a listening ear. Training is provided for the volunteers and the next session will run for seven sessions on Thursdays, April 16 to May 28 from 9 a.m. until noon at the People Place. Learn more about this opportunity on our website at www.vernonfrc.ca or by calling Karen at the Family Resource Centre, 250-545-3390. an evening of stories Join local Okanagan storyteller Donna Goodwater as she shares stories from the tradition of the Okanagan First Nation as recounted in beliefs, songs and dances. March 27 at 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 3020 Wright St., Armstrong. Call 250-308-6300 for more information. schubert centre needs you If you have four hours to spare per week we would love to have you on board. There is a great need for help in the coffee house, serving and/or cash register. Hours are Monday to Saturday and shifts would be 8 a.m. to noon or noon to 4 p.m. We also have positions for a two-hour shift from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., serving lunches etc. Please call the centre at 250-549-4201 and ask them to put your name down and someone will call you right back. upper room mission 1/2 price days Take a look at our volunteers — how smartly dressed they are — they shop at the Boutique, and you can too! You will find a beautiful array of brand name clothing, pre-shrunk just for you! Our spring line is coming out: capris, skirts, shorts, blouses, as well as Easter goodies, small appliances, housewares, books, linens, all ½ price! Red dot items excluded. Sale ends March 28. paddlewheel hall coffee house Takes place every fourth Friday at Paddlewheel Hall, 7801 Okanagan Landing Rd., at 7 p.m. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Musicians wanting to participate can call Roberta at 250-545-3321. Refreshments available. Admission: $2 members, $4 non-members. grandma & me (and grandpa too) teddy bear picnic March 27 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 3701-32nd Ave. Cost is $5 per child. Bring a grandchild or “adopt” one for the day. To register, call 250-542-8613. women of destiny We invite all ladies, all ages to join us March 27 at 6:30 p.m. at 3107B-31st Ave., Vernon. We are a nondenominational women’s group coming together for a time of fellowship, worship, and we have mighty women of God who bring an anointed message from the Word. For further details contact Dianna at 250-275-1500 or email dl_seymour@hotmail.com supporting aging through creative approaches A collaboration between The Society for the Arts in Dementia Care (CECD) and the Leisure Practitioner’s Association of BC (LPABC) with presenters Dalia Gottlieb-Tanaka, Shelley Klammer and Jeanne Sommerfield March 27, Schubert Centre, 3505 - 30th Ave., Vernon, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $60. Register online by March 20. Lunch included. Coffee and snacks available in cafeteria. buddhist meditation class March 27, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at W.L. Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr. The class topic will be “Living With Integrity.” Drop-in class consists of guided meditations and a teaching. Suggested donation $10. For info., call 250558-0952 or see www.dorjechang.ca. No fragrance please. Next class is April 10. armstrong seniors activity centre We are at 2520 Patterson Ave. Potluck suppers the last Friday of each month at 5:30 p.m., with meetings to follow in January, April, August and October. We have hall rentals available, too, either just the hall or the hall and kitchen. For information, call Nancy at 250-546-8158. the kokanee singers The Kokanee Singers is a communitybased choir under the direction of Paul Moore. Paul studied voice in Victoria, Montreal, Toronto and New York as well as Salzburg, Autstria and Tel Aviv, Israel with some of the most influential teachers and coaches of the opera world. The goal of the choir is to give singers at all levels experience with four part harmony singing, vocal technique and public performance. Choir sessions run all year with a performance or recital usually held at the end of each session. If you are interested in participating, please contact Paul at pdmoore@shaw.ca for information on rates, session start dates and general information on the music done by the choir. volunteer computer/tablet tutors needed! If you have good basic computer skills this may be the program for you! Program is run by Junction Literacy Centre. Volunteers work one on one with adults 55+ about once a week at time and location that works for them, usually at public library. Most need help with email, Internet, photo management and saving files. All tutors must complete RCMP Criminal Record Check and attend orientation. Info., Kathy Wylie at kwylie@junctionliteracy.ca or 250-549-2216. fung loy kok taoist tai chi Join a class anytime and learn how Taoist Tai Chi can lift your spirit and improve your health. For more info. and classes available at our centre in Vernon and

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he Sunrise 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.

throughout the Okanagan call 1-888-824-2442, 250-542-1822, University of Victoria’s Centre on Aging. Free six-session workshops for adults with chronic pain. To register, call 1-866-902e-mail southerninterior@taoist.org. Visit us at www.taoist.org. the vernon farmers’ market presents The Vernon 3767 or e-mail selfmgmt@uvic.ca. Two sessions: Wednesdays indoor Farmers Market at Kal Tire Place, 3445-43rd Ave., noon to April 22 to May 27 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Pleasant Valley Health 4 p.m. March 27. Stock up with fresh produce, gourmet cheeses, Centre, Armstrong, and Fridays May 1 to June 5 from 9:30 a.m. delicious baking, specialty food products and 1000’s of handcraft- to noon at People Place, Vernon. ed gift items…such as jewelry, clothing, toys, hats, woodwork, body products and lots more. Make It A Fresh Day! More info. at the shoparama spring market Come on down and supwww.vernonfarmersmarket.ca floor curling at the halina seniors centre Every port a budding bunch of entrepreneurs, crafters, and home-based Friday from 1 - 3 p.m. at the centre, located behind the Rec Centre business. Baking too! Lots of new and unique products…all under at 3310-37 Ave. Everyone 50+ welcome! Come on out and learn a one roof. Together with a fun shopping experience, you can support the cancer society and the food bank. There will be entertainnew activity. For further info., call: 250-542-2877. the schubert centre Many activities for seniors and any ment, goodies for the kids, door prizes and a yummy concession. other age group wishing to participate. These include, exercise Admission is free, however you are invited to bring a non-perishclasses, dancing, sight seeing tours around several areas, tai chi, able food item for the food bank. March 28 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. floor curling, several different card games, and much more. The and March 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Now in two great rooms at centre is open Mon. through Sat. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the office Vernon Recreation Centre, 3310-37th Ave. Like us on Facebook! hours being the same. The coffee shop is open daily. Thrift store okanagan shuswap roller derby association open daily Mon. through Fri. with posted hours on the door. Every Fundraiser March 28 at 7 p.m. at the Branding Iron Pub in Friday we have Happy Hour to live music 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. For Armstrong, with roast beef buffet, silent auction, 50/50 and entertainment. Tickets are $20 from your favourite derby player. Email more info., please call 250-549-4201. vernon community arts centre Painting and Drawing osrda.derby@gmail.com for tickets or more information. Drop-in Fridays any time between 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. and fgbm spring banquet March 28 at 6 p.m. at Schubert Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Explore your creative side in a Centre, 3505-30th Ave., Vernon with guest speaker John Reid fun and encouraging environment. Bring your own supplies and who with humour and conviction tells his story of hope, freedom meet new friends and artists; $3 members/$4 non members. Call and forgiveness. Music and song by Rick Bouthillier. Everyone welcome. Tickets only $18. For reservations, please call Ed at 542-6243 or visit vernonarts.ca for more info. neXus bc volunteer services Holds weekly orientation 250-558-6102. sessions for new volunteers. Tell us what you would like to do as a volunteer and we will help you find a position. Contact us at 250-545-0585 or volunteers@nexusbc.ca 1450 K.L.O. Road, Kelowna, B.C. V1W 3Z4 tai chi: good for your health If you • 763-4918 • Fax 763-0606 have ever taken the beginner course, would you like to join us? We take new members anytime. • www.regionaldistrict.com A relaxed and fun class, includes some qi gong. Tuesdays and Fridays, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Knox REGIONAL BOARD HIGHLIGHTS – MARCH 2015 Presbyterian Church. Call 250-260-4117 or Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Budget 250-542-1984. The Regional Board has approved additional budgetary expenses for 2015 vernon ms society drop-in centre associated with the temporary transport of biosolids for approved disposal. It Located in People Place, #105, 3402-27th is estimated that hauling the materials an increased distance for disposal to an Ave., Vernon, call 250-542-2241. We are open approved location previously used in the rural area outside Clinton could potentially Monday, Thursday and Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. cost $356,000 more than initially budgeted. (closed for lunch noon to 1 p.m., Tuesday 9 a.m. Gas Tax Community Works Fund Projects to noon (peer counsellors available). We have The Regional Board has approved a proposal to use more than $460,000 of yoga on Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. in room 006. Federal Gas Tax Community Works Funds to complete a variety of infrastructure All welcome. projects in the Electoral Areas reducing the need to fund through taxation. vernon elks lodge #45 Our downtown Next Regional Board Meetings hall is available for small and large functions Thursday, April 9th – following 8:30 am Governance and Services Committee such as meetings, weddings, anniversaries, celmeeting ebrations of life, etc. We offer full catering Monday, April 27th – 7:00 pm upon request with our hall rentals. Please call Maureen at 558-0876. EASTER HOLIDAY CLOSURES support local business NORA (North All services and programs provided from offices in the Regional District of Central Okanagan Referral Association) meets Fridays Okanagan on KLO Road will be closed for the Easter holiday on Good Friday, April at 7:15 a.m., The Pantry. Call Les Fresorger at 3rd and Easter Monday, April 6th. 542-7181 or see www.nora.ca. During this time any emergencies involving Regional District water systems should sunshine seniors meet If you are 55+ be directed to 250-868-5299. and would enjoy an afternoon of fellowship consisting of music, storytelling, games and a We look forward to serving you again at 8:00 am Tuesday, April 7th. delicious lunch, then come to Peace Lutheran Regular curbside garbage collection will continue normally on Monday and the activity area, 1204-30th Ave., every second and Westside Residential Waste Disposal and Recycling Centre on Asquith Road in fourth Friday of the month at 1:30 p.m. You will West Kelowna will also be open for its normal hours on Monday. be very welcome there! The Environmental Education Centre for the Okanagan (EECO) in Mission Creek chronic pain self-management Regional Park will be closed Monday, April 6th. program presented in partnership with

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Community Calendar free hot lunch for families & children For families with children zero to six years: Saturdays and Thursdays 11 a.m. 1 p.m. Join us for free nutritious lunch: Aboriginal Infant and Early Childhood Development Centre, 2905-29th Ave. Call 542-7578. the vernon & district animal care society We are a local, all-volunteer registered charity. We need your help to continue our lifesaving spay/neuter and emergency vet care programs for homeless and low-income cats and dogs. Every penny of your tax-deductible donation will go entirely to care for local pets. For more info., call 250-542-7203 or see www.vernonanimalcare.com halina seniors’ centre Fun time meets Saturdays 12:30 to 4 p.m., Halina Jewels meet every fourth Saturday of the month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Don’t forget to wear your colours, and please call if you can’t make it. We are at 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec. Centre. For more information, call 542-2877.

vernon village co-housing: is it for you? Learn about a social, environmental, economical, sustainable lifestyle. Beneficial for all ages. Ideal balance between private home ownership and a caring interactive community, March 28 at 2:30 p.m., Vernon library. Info., e-mail mvansick@pathcom.com ducks unlimited vernon banquet 30th Annual Dinner and Auction March 28, Best Western Vernon Lodge. Fundraiser for Ducks Unlimited, with more than 85 per cent of the funds raised going towards preserving the wetlands. Tickets are $50 per person, available online at ducks.ca (go to How you can help, then Attend and event, and then select Vernon Banquet); at Fisher’s Hardware, Vernon; or by calling Tyson Amies at 250-260-3428 or tamies@ telus.net. Please join us for this fun evening, enjoy a great meal and help Ducks Unlimited conserve Canada’s wetlands. nature walk March 28 at 9 a.m., join the North Okanagan Naturalists’ Club on the trails of Kekuli Bay Provincial Park. Meet in parking lot on the right as you enter the park. Info., Harold at 250-503-2388. Optional coffee stop after. You , family saturday at vernon public k wor art gallery March 28, Intro. to Mark you ! Making with Pen and Ink: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Join ve us to learn about mark making using pen and dri ink. Learn the premise behind drawing with pen and ink and some of the history too! We will practise with different pen strokes and textures, structured in a way so that beginners can follow along. Parents encouraged to participate. Family Saturday takes place the last Saturday of each month with an art project suitable for little kids and big kids alike, at minimal cost to participants. All materials supplied. Suggested ages 5+; $5/members, $7/ non-members. the halina seniors centre All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast March 28 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the centre, 3310-37 Ave., just behind the Rec Centre. Cost: $5 per person, everyone welcome! The Halina Seniors Centre crafters are holding a craft sale March TH 28 at the same time. Everyone welcome! Info., call 250-542-2877. kelowna singles club dance March 28 at Rutland Centennial Hall. Doors open 7 p.m., dance 8 p.m. to midnight. Live band: Glory Days. Bar and snacks available. Dress code: no sweatpants, running shoes or ball caps. Members, $10; non-members, $13. vhs class of ‘55 reunion It’s our 60-year reunion Sept. 4, 5 Memberships, $15. For more info., please call 250-762-6907. and 6 and we’re hoping to contact as many former students as we Members, please come out and support your singles club. Dances can. Since our 2005 reunion, we’ve lost contact with many of our open to everyone. Invite your friends to join us. classmates, so if you can help provide any information, please call vernon legion easter turkey/ham meat draw Helen at 250-545-2640 or Miyoko at 250-542-8741. March 28, hosted by Branch 25, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, special olympics bc vernon is looking for a few 5101-25th Ave. good people An hour a week, an hour a month, whatever you vernon moy style tai chi & lok hup activity group can give us‚ we’ll use your talents! We are looking for coaches, Saturday class at Schubert Centre 9 a.m. with 30-minute warm-up sport volunteers and fundraisers. For more information on how session, followed by Tai Chi continuing class at 9:30 a.m. The Lok you can make a difference in someone’s life and to become Hup class is 10:45 a.m. to noon. Anyone who has practised Tai Chi involved as a sports volunteer, see www.sobcvernon.ca, e-mail is very welcome to join us for both of these, with a separate eco- volunteers@sobcvernon.ca or call 250-503-0091. We urgently nomical fee structure for each class. Lok Hup, with its founding in need help for our softball, soccer and track and field teams as well the ninth century, is known for being the optimum exercise regime, as the Vernon Golf Spectacular in June. to achieve and maintain health with relaxation of body and mind. he has risen! breakfast & worship service You are Practice class for both of these exercise art forms is at 3 p.m. each invited to The Vernon Church of Christ (4107 Pleasant Valley Rd.) Wednesday at Schubert Centre. There is no class at this venue on for a free continental breakfast at 10:15 a.m. March 29 before the second Saturday of each month. Info., call 250-545-7410. worship services that end at noon. Call the church office at 250schubert centre has art classes From beginners to 545-6892, email vernonchurchofchrist@telus.net or look online at advanced, six times per week. Contact the front desk 250-549- www.vernonchurchofchrist.com for more information. 4201 and choose your time and ask about availability. vernon collectors club meets Last Sunday of the book warehouse is open every Wednesday and Saturday month at 7:30 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 1204-30th Ave. from 9 a.m. to noon at the Alpine Centre, #35, 100 Kalamalka annual buoyant buddies paddling for life Dragon Lake Rd., top row by the railway tracks. The Vernon Book boat breast cancer survivors team holds fundraiser pub night Volunteers Society operates the warehouse and carries thousands March 30 from 5-7 p.m. at The Green in Vernon. Tickets are $16 of good quality books at very reasonable prices, plus DVDs, CDs, a ticket, includes burger, three salads and fries. Silent auction as audio books, magazines, puzzles, games, etc. All proceeds go to well as 50/50 draw. For tickets please contact Mary Ellen at 250Special Olympics and other local charities on a 50/50 basis. Book 542-4559 or Val 250-545-9029. donations always welcome, and can be dropped off Wednesday or armstrong thrift store having 50 per cent off ladies Saturday mornings. Please call Lesley at 250-275-2676 for info. clothing sale March 30 to April 2. Check out amazing selection of aa meetings on saturdays (X), closed meeting, noon at affordably priced jewellery with new items added daily. VTC, 2810-48 Ave. (H) Open meeting 7 p.m., at Vernon Jubilee book study at the centre for spiritual living Join Hospital Education room basement, 2101-32 Street, Vernon. us every Tuesday at 3:30 at the centre, 2913-29 Ave. The book Meeting, closed, 8 p.m. (H) at Anglican Church, 3205-27th St., study now is based on The Adventure of Self Discovery, which enter off 26th St. Meeting, Monday to Sunday 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis is available in our bookstore. For more info., call 250-549-4399. Park Dr.; open meeting and handicap accessible. Open meeting, the ladies newcomers supper club Meets the first 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) Handicap Wednesday of the month. If you are new to Vernon and area, join access. (X) No access. Info., 250-545-4933. us for our monthly suppers. We want to meet you. Call Rosie for

details at 545-1489 or Kathy at 545-4185. 21st annual lavington garage sale Registration will be held at the Lavington elementary school in the foyer March 31, April 1 and 2 between 6 and 7:30 p.m. Please have ready a list of items you would like to advertise, along with your address. Cost to register is $5 and provides you with the balloons to mark your garage sale site, the radio/newspaper advertising and a listing on the local map handouts. Community-wide garage sale will be held April 18 with a concession at the Jeffers Park ice rink pad. Contact Edith Thoreson at 250-542-5072 or ediththoreson@gmail.com. free info. session on caring for me Join Paradigm Naturopathic Medicine’s counsellor Rhonda Rabuck for March 31 at either 2 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Caring for Me is a group in which emotional, mental, spiritual and social support is offered to the family and friends who are caring for loved ones with chronic or terminal illnesses. Regular drop-in session will begin April 7 from 2-3 p.m. with a drop-in fee of $10/session at The Studio at Paradigm, #100, 2802-30th St., Vernon. More info.,778-475-3822. the north okan. naturalist club Meets April 1 at 7 p.m. at The village Green Hotel featuring guest speaker Lia McKinnon of the Okanagan Similkameen Stewardship Society. science in society speaker series Dr. Mark MacLachlan, with “Bug Shells and Butterfly Wings: Can nature inspire the creation on new materials?” MacLachlan creates materials about onethousandth of the width of a hair and can only be “seen” with an electron microscope. Many of these materials mimic the structural features used by nature, such as in the coloration of beetles and butterflies. These materials are important for developing reflective window coatings, sensors, and many other applications. April 2, at 7:30 p.m., Okanagan College Vernon Campus 7000 College Way, Coldstream. Tickets at the Okanagan Science Centre in Polson Park or call 250545-3644; $7 in advance or $10 at the door. the north okan. federation of canadian artists The federation’s 50 members will show their paintings entitled “Spring And All It Can Be” at the Vernon Community Arts Centre April 1 to 30, with opening reception April 2 from 5-8 p.m. Look for paintings varying in many forms of mixed media capturing color, texture, and style. Works will be for sale, so plan to take in this enjoyable show featuring the many talents of these fine artists! lavington’s annual easter egg hunt Join us April 5 at Lavington Centennial Park. The hunt begins at 12:30 p.m. Hot dogs and beverages available by donation from noon until they are gone. Please bring a basket or bag to collect your Easter eggs in and a lawn chair for those wanting to sit and enjoy their hotdog. All money donated will go towards next year’s Easter egg hunt. Please be aware that Easter egg treats do contain peanut products. twice but nice thrift store Silent auction April 7 to May 2 at noon. Closing date may run later due to some road construction in Enderby. Fundraiser for Enderby & District Care Society. Twice But Nice is at 907 Belvedere St., Enderby. Open Tuesday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. paddlewheel hall garage sale table rentals Sale runs April 18 from 8 a.m. to noon. Set up is April 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. For table reservations, call Roberta at 250-545-3321. enderby old time dance club easter dance April 10 at 7 p.m., Enderby Drill Hall. Adults $8, teens $4, children free. Light lunch included. Music by Valley Five band. Info., Jim at 250-5151176. 23rd annual gigantic book sale April 11 to 17 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., April 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum and Art Gallery, 3415 Pleasant Valley Rd. More books put out daily. Info., call 250-546-8318 or see www. ArmstrongSpallMuseumArt.com early years fair at the vernon library For families with children under age 6. Drop-in April 11 from 10:15 a.m. to noon. Special guest Kathy Reid-Naiman, children’s performer and musician. Booths from community organizations highlighting free resources and programs. Sponsored by North Okanagan Early Years Council, Success By 6, and Vernon Friends of the Library. fourth annual murder mystery fundraiser The Vernon Lions Club presents Spotlight on Murder by Jim and Joyce Elderton April 25 at Schubert Centre. Dinner and raffle basket extravaganza benefits Independent Living Vernon youth programs and Schubert Centre Society Hearing Project. Cocktails 5 p.m., Murder Mystery Part 1 at 6 p.m., dinner 7:15 p.m., Murder Mystery Part 2 at 8:15 p.m. Tickets $48, available at Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave., Vernon, or through Vernon Lion Patrick Rutten, 250-549-3090.

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Personalizing your truck, safely By Ian Harwood

Purchasing a new or used truck is exciting but personalizing it is even more fun! Believe me when I tell you, buying the truck is the cheap part. I have seen people over the years spend upwards of $25,000 or more on customization. One of the more popular things to do these days is to install a suspension lift along with larger tires and wheels. If you’re going to tackle this yourself, here are a few things you should know.

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One of the more popular things to do these days is to install a suspension lift along with larger tires and wheels.

Installation: Many manufacturers offer

manuals for installing lift kits but some installations are quite intricate, requiring some welding or cutting in order to add some necessary components. In this case, having a mechanic or a few knowledgeable friends around will help make the job go smoothly.

Additional Modifications: Upgrading to taller tires also means that a number of components may require part upgrades or some tuning to compensate. For instance, a truck’s engine is tuned at specific gear ratios to propel the vehicle. When adding taller tires, the gear ratios must be changed accordingly, since the engine has to spin much larger, heavier tires. You will also be required to purchase a speedometer recalibration tool, so you have an accurate reading. Again, consult with more experienced individuals for further insight.

Highway Driving: Larger, wider tires can sometimes result in instability on roads or a noisy, uncomfortable ride, particularly at high speeds. Also, more aggressive off road tires tend to wear faster on the highway and traction might not be as great as you would expect on wet roads.

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Legality: Some lift kits create such a serious change in your suspension system that it may not be legal. Check the suspension regulations within your province to be sure. A Few Useful Accessories: Before installing a lift kit, it’s a good idea to first examine if any components will be affected by your vehicle’s new height. Here are a few useful accessories that may need to be upgraded:

Brake Upgrades: Stock brakes do not always accommodate larger tires, or will wear easily due to the added strain.

Drivetrain and Differential: Axles, gears, differential covers, lockers and more ensure that your drivetrain is up to par with your suspension. Replacement Parts: Longer Control Arms and Track Bars to compensate for the additional height of your truck. Shocks: For those taller lifts, longer shocks

Weight: larger tires are heavier, which can put a lot of strain on your suspension, particularly if it is a stock suspension. Trusted, durable suspension components and lighter aluminum wheels can sometimes help to reduce the strain.

will ensure the smoothest performance both on and off road.

Handling: Adding a truck suspension lift kit will undoubtedly raise the vehicle’s centre of gravity, resulting in less stable turns. This is a common problem when installing lift kits, but is mostly just a matter of becoming accustomed to a vehicle’s change in performance.

Search the internet. There are many sites which offer complete instructions on various suspension lifts. You can download a copy before you make the purchase, and know exactly what is in involved.

Other Parts: Steering linkage, slip yoke,

drive shaft length, u-joint angle, and brake lines are all worthy of consideration before installing suspension lift kits.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) Social situations and group events will go as planned. Spend your time going over fine details that will separate you from the crowd. Don’t wait for anyone moping or lagging behind. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Intelligent and creative people will stimulate and motivate you. A romantic connection will be enhanced if you attend a cultural event and are open to new experiences. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Career advancement is apparent. Keep your credentials up-to-date and carefully review the want ads or job postings in your area. A timely move will have a positive effect on your future. CANCER (June 21-July 22) You will feel especially sensitive today. Stop and consider the consequences before you rush headlong into a confrontation. Think before you say something that you’ll regret later. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You will be missing out on a golden opportunity if you sit at home. Be alert to what is happening around you. You will uncover some valuable information regarding an investment. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You will form a special bond with a special someone if you spend a romantic evening together. If you are single, it’s a favourable time to fall in love.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Being too outspoken will have its drawbacks. Get all the facts in order before you enter into a debate. Your credibility will be questioned if you are missing key information. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) It’s a good day to mix business with pleasure. Stimulating conversations with compatible people will

sustain your interest and give you an opportunity to examine your own feelings, beliefs and future goals. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Ask for advice before you end up making a costly mistake. Do your research before you get involved in a questionable situation. Without the proper information, you are likely to lose out. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) You will need to improvise if things don’t go as planned. Don’t get annoyed; get moving. Flexibility will allow you to make the most of any situation that arises. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) You can get ahead if you maintain your high work standard. Playing fast and loose with the rules or doing less than your best will harm your reputation. Be diligent. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Artistic and creative pursuits should be your focus. Let your imagination lead the way to a rewarding project or pastime. Don’t be afraid to try something unusual.

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the main conclusion from the Law of Total Tricks, he jumped to four hearts. Under pressure, South overcalled four spades, hoping for some support in the dummy. In four spades, with this layout, if South ruffs the second heart, he can be defeated by careful defence. Declarer will start to draw trumps, but when he sees the 4-1 break, he will be forced to switch to clubs. (If South draws all of the trumps, East-West will run their hearts when in with the club ace.) But when declarer does lead clubs, West ducks the first round and notes his partner’s nine, the start of a high-low with a doubleton. West takes the second club and gives his partner a club ruff. Then,

in the fullness of time, the defenders collect a diamond trick for down one. Instead, South mustn’t ruff the second heart - he must discard his unavoidable diamond loser. Then the deal is under control, and the contract makes. It is a textbook loser-on-loser play.

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James Edward Wigington 1919-2015

Jim was one of eight children and grew up with a cockney’s wit and humour in hardscrabble Poplar on London’s east side. At age 14, school and the opportunity to pursue a trade scholarship ended with the need to enter the workforce. Over the next few years Jim worked at various ũobs unƟl the outbreak of war in 1ϵϯϵ brought conscripƟon into the riƟsh Army as a 1st lass nursing orderly. As part of the 14Ϭth Įeld ambulance London lack at division staƟoned at tchinghill in <ent, Jim met a young woman named orothy duƩ. dhe meeƟng was fortuitous. /n 1ϵ4Ϯ Jim’s unit sailed from Scotland south to Durban, north to /raƋ via ombay and overland to ũoin the Jewish brigades in 'aǌa. /n 1ϵ4ϯ, he was part of the Allied invasion of Sicily, then Jim’s unit supported the push up through /taly including the ĮghƟng at Donte assino. thile in /taly Jim began correspondence with Dorothy, then at an RAF radar installaƟon near ,asƟngs. AŌer returning to ngland, in July of 1ϵ4ϲ Jim and Dorothy were married at Lyminge, <ent, and seƩled in London. As a returning serviceman Jim was oīered training and elected to pursue carpentry and cabinet making ʹ a vocaƟon previously denied due to Įnancial hardship. Over the next several years the tigington family grew with the birth of Janis, Richard and /an. Post war ngland had its own hardships so in 1ϵϱϳ Jim and Dorothy decided to immigrate to anada. tith ϯ children under 1Ϭ years of age and a modest sum of money from the sale of the family car, Jim and Dorothy seƩled in algary, eventually buying a home in ,aysboro. As a selfͲemployed carpenter money was oŌen in short supply, however love was not and none of the children ever new want. One of the deĮning traits of Jim was that his children would have the opportuniƟes he never had, and all graduated from university. tith the children grown up, in 1ϵϳϵ Jim and Dorothy reƟred to the Okanagan, seƩling in sernon where Jim, with /an’s help, built a new home with a view of the surrounding hills. Jim and Dorothy embraced their new life with a passion, taking up golf and sƋuare dancing, and the sernon home became a gathering place for family and friends, with many visits from their children and their partners, and later grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. /n 1ϵϵϴ at the age of ϱϬ Janis died of cancer. /t was a biƩer blow, but the family came together as it always has with an acceptance that if life doesn’t always unfold as we might wish, it does oīer much to be grateful for. /n his later years, always one to embrace new technology, Jim became proĮcient on a desktop computer and subseƋuently an iPad, corresponding with his growing family and anyone else willing to listen to his ũokes. At ϵϱ and no longer able to drive, Jim was Įnally ready to slow down. AŌer a Įnal move to sancouver to be close to family, while out for a walk on a beauƟful February day, with Dorothy at his side, Jim leŌ us. ,e is survived by his wife Dorothy, sons Richard and /an, a sister ileen, ϱ grandchildren and Ϯ great-grandchildren, who all miss his humour, kindness, stubbornness, opƟmism and passion for life. ,e was truly a one-oī.

Kate McQueen (Warner)

Kate McQueen (Warner) passed away at Hospice House in Vernon on March 25, 2015. Kate was born May 27, 1922 in Vernon. She was the youngest of 9 children of Fred and Mary Warner of Shuswap Falls. Kate was predeceased by her second husband Bernie Poulin in 2005. She is survived by two children son Jim (Lynda) McQueen of Belleville, Ontario, and daughter Shirley (Neil) McCaig of Vernon, and step daughters Joan (Klaus) Ploeger of Vernon, Susan Poulin of Ontario, and Lois (Mark) Doehler of Terrace. Kate will be lovingly remembered by her 14 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church 2 PM on Saturday March 28, 2015. In lieu of Ňowers donaƟons can be made to the SPCA or Vernon Restholm Care Fund.

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Dad went to be with the Lord March 22, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife, Jessie of nearly 64 years; daughter-inlaw Connie, Tim (Shirley), Jane, Nancy (Al Bykowsky), John, Rose (Rod Kalin), Jack (Melissa), June (John Fryters), Peter (Angela), and Tina (Dave Rebmann); 32 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; siblings: Jeanne Zupan, Raymonde (Al Creasy), Lorraine (Mike Pohynayko), Bernard (Deanna); numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by his parents Clement and Suzanne; his son James; his brothers: Clement, Peter, Claude, and Andre; and his sister Alice. Louis was born in Castor, AB on June31,1924. On June 13, 1951, he married the love of his life, Jessie June Koerner. They set up a farm, west of Amisk where 9 of their children were born. In 1973 they pulled up stakes and moved to Chilliwack, BC, where their 10th child soon arrived. ReƟrement came in 1988, with a move to Armstrong, BC. Louis was a man of many talents, there was nothing that he wouldn’t or couldn’t tackle. In his lifeƟme he built 2 homes and helped build various others, he has been a farmer, electrician, carpenter, plumber, beekeeper, blacksmith, welder, bus driver, school janitor, Scout leader, night watchman for a prison camp, and a herdsman. He worked on the Ňood gates for the Frazer River, was the president of the Ostomy AssociaƟon for many years, sold vacuum cleaners, ran a sewing machine business, was employed at the Dairyland plant in Abbotsford, drove heavy duty equipment, worked on power lines, sang in the church choir at Hardisty as a young man, and promoted Amway and Mannatech.

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PRYSTUPA We announce the unƟmely passing of Steve Prystupa in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital on Monday, March 23rd, 2015 at the age of 82 years. Steve is survived by his loving family, wife Rita of Vernon, his three children one daughter Dona Keyes of Kelowna, two sons, John (Diane) Prystupa of Vernon and Bob Prystupa of Lumby, three grandchildren, Stefanie, JusƟn and Nicholas, one great-granddaughter SoĮa, Rita’s Įve children, and their partners, and Rita’s siblings who became special friends, their families and many dear friends. Steve is further survived by one brother Bill of 'rand Prairie, Alberta and two sisters, Lena Shewchuk of 'rand Prairie, Alberta and Sonya (Bennie) Jaskiw of Vernon, and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Steve was predeceased by his Įrst wife Myrna and his second wife Sylvia. Funeral Service will be held at 1:30 pm on Friday, March 27th, 2015 at the Pleasant Valley Funeral Home with Mr. Brian Jackson oĸciaƟng. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery. A recepƟon will be held in the Pleasant Valley Tea Room. In lieu of Ňowers those friends wishing to make memorial contribuƟons in memory of Steve may do so to the Canadian DiabeƟc AssociaƟon. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the PL ASANT VALL z FhN RAL HOM . (250) 542-4333. Condolences may be oīered at pleasantvalleyĬ.com

Louis worked hard to attain his 3rd and 4th Degrees for the Knights of Columbus, and volunteered countless hours for community and church activities. But his greatest accomplishment and triumph was his family. A Celebration of Life was held at St. Jospeh's Catholic Church in Armstrong, B.C. on Thursday, March 26, 2015. Donations in lieu of Àowers can be made to the Cancer Society.

Stephanie Scott We the family of Stephanie Anne ScoƩ are saddened to announce her peaceful passing on March 20, 2015. She was born in Cadboro Bay near Victoria, BC on June 5, 1970. She received her educaƟon there before her hairdressing training in Victoria. Stephanie competed in many compeƟƟons and was talented enough to win most of them. At the age of 23 she travelled to urope, arriving in Corfu, 'reece and travelling to the Russian border, Romania and Bulgaria,- riding camels in gypt- Israel (which she loved) and then on to Britain. Staying with her Aunt, she worked in one of the top salons in greater London before returning home one year later. While working at Rapunzels in Vernon she met her partner in life, Cory. Together, they bought into the family farm, where Stephanie grew fantasƟc gardens, especially her favorite dahlias. They rescued eight dogs, which over 18 years together became their family. She always found a home for every living creature on the land. Birds, insects, beehives and marmots ʹ and every plant that was misplaced she would transplant in her garden. She leaves behind her partner Cory Fuhr (Winston, Abby, Porter and Delta), her mother Muriel ScoƩ of Victoria, father Malcolm ScoƩ of Kelowna, brother Mike (JeaneƩe), sister laine (Chuck), brother-in-law 'ord, nieces Rebecca (Peter) and Andrea, mother-in-law Carol, sister-in-law Kerri, brother-in-law Rory, nieces Jill and Chelsea, nephew Shane, best friends Shelley and Dianna, and all her faithful clientsͬfriends of many years. Thank you to all the wonderful friends who visited, cooked, and supported us through Stephanie’s illness and to Cory who while she was at home never leŌ her side and cared for her 24 hours a day. Thank you also to the caring staī at Vernon Jubilee Hospital.

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In Memoriam

Irna Sulz Feb. 6, 1912 Mar. 26, 1914

You left us at the age of 102. How blessed we were to have had you all those years. You’re dearly missed, always in our thoughts. You’ll never be forgotten. Lovingly remembered, Janice, Arleen, Gwen

Beryl Augusta Boyer

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Beryl passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 19th in Kelowna. She is predeceased by her father Augustus and mother Myrtle, brothers Gus and Raymond, sisters Bonnie, Claire and WilleƩe. She was also predeceased by her Įrst husband Thomas Murphy, second husband Cedric Boyer, her son Patrick (Bev) Murphy, and daughter Lonnie Murphy. She is survived by grandsons James, George, and granddaughter, Rene. She will also be fondly remembered by her six great grandchildren along with numerous nieces and nephews. Beryl was born in Armstrong BC into a pioneer Okanagan family. Much of her working career was with the Vernon School District and with a very acƟve reƟrement sƟll found Ɵme to volunteer for Interior Health for over thirty years. Beryl will be greatly missed and always remembered by her friends and relaƟves that all have funny stories to tell and memories of the Ɵmes they spent together. We are all going to miss her dearly. She was one of a kind! Beryl’s wishes were for no service however we are planning for an internment gathering in the summer in Vernon. Details will be announced at a future date. To leave an online condolence to the family, please visit our website: www.Įrstmemorialfuneralkelowna.com Arrangements in care of First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC. 250-762-2299

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(nee Leduc) June 29, 1925 March 19, 2015

A CelebraƟon of Life will be announced at a future date.

“Thanks Steph, for being my best friend for over eighteen years. Love Cory”

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EMPLOY! Positions Now Available This award winning, federally funded youth employment program, is currently accepting applications for their next program. The 9week program offers eligible unemployed youth, ages 16 – 30, paid attendance, valuable employability skills and certifications, and a paid work experience. Drop by now and make an appointment with a Case Manager at the Community Futures WorkBC Resource Centre, at 3105 - 33rd Street in downtown Vernon … or call (250) 545-2215 ext 219.

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Roofers needed for shingling in the Vernon area, f/t must have experience and a valid drivers license. 250-938-5381

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Kal Tire is seeking a motivated, well rounded professional to join our ,nformation Services ,S Team based in our 9ernon 2f¿ce. The :indows Systems Administrator is part of the (nterprise ,nfrastructure (, team that is responsible for the design and implementation of :indows system solutions. This position is e[pected to work on projects, which may include evolving e[isting systems or implementing new technology. This position is also responsible for performing analytical, technical and support work in the planning, implementation documentation and administration of all :indows sever applications and hardware. ,n addition, this position performs day to day operational tasks such as proactive maintenance, management, monitoring performance, incident and problem management, security, and backup and recovery across the :indows infrastructure. A detailed job description and list of Tuali¿cations along with further information regarding Kal Tire may be viewed on our website at www. kaltire.com careers. Kal Tire offers a competitive compensation and bene¿ts package, along with a company wide pro¿t sharing plan that recogni]es individual and team contributions. Kal Tire welcomes your interest in the Windows Systems Administrator opportunity. ,nterested applicants are reTuested to submit their resume to careers@kaltire.com indicating Windows Systems Administrator and Job ID# 2010 in the subject line. :e thank all applicants for their interest only those under consideration will be contacted.

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SENIOR LEGAL ASSISTANT 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. 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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Venture Training Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities? Venture Training is a dynamic multi-program organization with a rich history in the community. We are currently seeking the following:

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 resumé to careers@villagegreenhotel.com NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. MUST HAVE A VERIFIABLE RESUME

Casual On-Call Support Workers

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(5 pm to 9 pm Tuesday to Saturday - company paid benefits after 3 months) Qualifications: • Community Support Worker Certificate or Equivalent • Class 4 Drivers License (within 6 months of hire) • Current First Aid/CPR certificate • Foodsafe • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check Wages as per BCGEU Collective Agreement. Please submit current resume with cover letter to: Human Resources Manager, VDACL 4240 Alexis Park Drive Vernon, BC V1T 6H3 Fax: 250-549-3394 • Email: hrvdacl@gmail.com Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for interview will be contacted.

requires experienced SERVERS with a minimum 2 years of experience, Serve It Right and Food Safe certification. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take direction well. Send resumé to igibson@villagegreenhotel.com or apply in person.

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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 If this sounds like an opportunity that interests you, please apply in person to Bannister GM 4703 – 27th Street Vernon, BC Attention: Brad Nakucyj. While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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Insurance Specialist VantageOne Financial Corporation A wholly-owned subsidiary of VantageOne Credit Union, we are a full service securities and insurance ¿rm that is seeking an individual to develop, grow and service a portfolio of insurance business. This role is part of our professional wealth management team delivering high level ¿nancial and insurance advice and services. VantageOne has been serving the 1orth Okanagan communities since 1 44 and we are deeply committed to providing e[traordinary service. Do You: :ish to take your career to the ne[t level" +ave a passion for insurance and building long lasting relationships by providing high level advice" +ave e[ceptional people skills and a proven track record in insurance sales" (njoy working independently, yet as part of a team" Are You: ,nsurance ready with a Life License and the CLU or C)3 designation" Looking for an environment where you can Àourish and do what is right for your clients" Self-motivated, hardworking and results oriented" Why Choose VantageOne? • Our Flexibility • Our People • Our Ownership • Our Value

,f this opportunity interests you, please visit our website vantageone.net for complete job information and Tuali¿cations reTuired. :e welcome applications from all interested however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FULL TIME BRIGHT, FRESH, MOTIVATED INDIVIDUAL TO COMPLIMENT OUR TEAM & TRAIN AS A PERSONAL WELLNESS COACH If you are friendly, motivated & detail oriented, & possess excellent people/communication skills and work well in a team environment. If you sincerely want to make a difference in someone’s life, we want to hear from you! Please deliver your resume in person to

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THE LEMARE Group is accepting applications for experienced gradermen. Candidates will have a minimum of 5 years coastal logging road experience as well as public road works. Resumes to be submitted with covering letter via email at office@lemare.ca or via fax: 250956-4888. We thank all candidates in advance for their interest, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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CASUAL COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKERS We are recruiting personnel to provide support to adults with developmental disabilities in a community care facility in VERNON. We are seeking caring, team oriented personnel who are interested in providing care of the highest level in residential services. Qualifications: Community Support Worker Certificate or equivalent, good interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability for team work. Current valid BC class 5 Drivers’ License and Adult Residential Care First Aid. CPI Certification is an asset. Criminal record check will be required. Wages per B.C.G.E.U. Collective Agreement. Great working conditions.

Help Wanted Production workers needed. Starting wage $10.75 per hour. 32-40 hrs per week. Steel Toed Boots are required. Please drop off resume Monday-Thursday after 2:00 pm at Black Press at the back of The Morning Star Building 4407 25th Ave. Vernon.

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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, April 17th. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

to support and enhance Sunday School, family activity events, & a weekly after school program. Qualified applicants will have experience in & knowledge of children, youth, & family programming; church school leadership; event planning; & youth or children’s group leadership. Competitive wages. Apply by email to cyfpc@trinityvernon.ca.

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1847 Pleasant Valley Rd Sat, March 28, 8-4 Sun, March 29, 9-2 Just moved in, thought we had room for it! Pfaff Embroidery hoops and feet. Patterns too!

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Moving Sale at the Historic Russell Inkster House Saturday, March 28 Rain day Sunday March 29 Furniture, collectables, good stuff!

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GARAGE SALE WORD ad DEADLINE Wednesday at 4:00 pm. 250-550-7900. Lavington 1933 Springfield Rd, Sat/Sun, March 28/29 8-2. Two families, Estate Sale. MissionHill 3876 15 Ave Sat, March 28, 9-12. Pantry, dresser, tv, kids bikes & more NorthBX: 7987 Wilson-Jackson Rd, Sat, 8-2. Snowmobile camper, motorcycle, tools, etc OkLanding: 6963 Cummins Rd, Mar 28/29, 9-3. Wii unit, power tools, gameboy, + more

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