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Tanya Williams gave herself an early birthday present after turning her Free Play and $1 win from a previous draw into a $1 million Maxmillion prize. The Enderby resident, who celebrates her birthday next week, was on her morning commute when she decided to make a quick stop at a gas station to fill up and check her Lotto Max ticket. When the cashier told her it was a winner, Williams wasn’t quite prepared for just how much that prize was worth. “I thought maybe I had won a dollar or something,” she laughs. After confirming the win and prize amount over the phone with the B.C. Lottery Corporation, Williams was at a loss for words. “I was in shock and speechless when I found out the amount,” she recalls. “Then I started getting really shaky and thought it was a dream. Everyone around me was a lot more excited because I was in shock.” Williams’ husband was especially surprised when he received an early morning call shortly after his wife had just left the house for work. The entire family is still in disbelief, but the $1 million is no joke. “I didn’t think I was going to

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Tanya Williams won $1 million after purchasing a lottery ticket in Enderby, at the Quilakwa Stop and Shop. win, but you are always hopeful,” she says. “You can’t win if you don’t play. It’s a dream come true.” Williams, who works for the

Splatsin First Nation, plans to spend the winnings on upgrading the family vehicles, purchasing some property to build a home

and financially securing her son’s future. The winning ticket was bought at the Quilakwa Stop and Shop in

Enderby. BCLC reports another ticket sold in the North Okanagan won an Extra prize of $500,000.

Bypass suggestion resurfaces at city hall RICHARD ROLKE

Vernon politicians insist a bypass must be on the radar to ease long-term congestion. Council members urged staff Monday to add reference of a highway bypass to the draft master transportation plan. “We live in a community severed by a highway. It’s killing us in terms of economic development,” said Coun. Brian Quiring. However, staff say a bypass was not included in the document because traffic modelling doesn’t show a need for such a system until after 2050. “A bypass is not necessarily an eco-

about than it being off to the side,” she shouldn’t be too heavy-handed with its said. policies. In 2008, elected officials of the day “When the stick approach comes, I’m shelved the concept of a bypass through uncomfortable with it,” he said. Mission Hill and Okanagan Landing Watson says the city’s goal is providing because of widespread public opposition. education about transportation options. Coun. Juliette Cunningham called for “We are not taking a carrot and stick a route to be considered then and she approach. In terms of telling people what believes a process must still be established. to do, we don’t do that,” she said. “My role as a councillor is to make a Cunningham also responded to long-term decision for the future of my Anderson’s comments. community after I am gone,” she said. “Some of us do believe in climate change The draft transportation plan covers a and anything we can do to reduce carbon variety of issues, including trying to get emissions, is part of the plan,” she said. more people to abandon their vehicles and The draft transportation plan will go * walk, cycle or before city committees and the public for UP use transit. Cash purchase * TO Coun. Scott Anderson says the city input. Cash purchase

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Bloom students bid adieu to school greta helin Special to the Morning Star

“I’ll be the mom with the smudged eye make-up.” Gathered with other families and friends to celebrate Charles Bloom Secondary School’s graduation Friday, Debbee Werner wasn’t the only one flooded by emotion. It’s that magic moment when your child, or in Werner’s situation, Amanda, walks across the stage to accept a diploma, looking all grown up. This year, the 59 students graduating from the Lumby school gathered under sunny skies at the oval. Under the trees, groups of family, friends and fellow students snapped photos to commemorate this day. When posed with the question of what’s next, the responses, understandable at this point in the school year, included a lot of, “I’m tired of school and studying…I want to sleep in.” Shayne Andrews and his buddy Chayse Mayne, decked out in tuxes, joked around but both agreed they’d look for a local job and figure their

future out later. Mayne’s mother Emily remembered her own graduation from Simon Fraser University. A single parent, she was so proud when Chayse walked up with her to receive her hardearned diploma. Chayse was four then and was so thrilled, he hugged the chancellor’s legs until the crowd applauded. Jayden McBride said she has plans to attend Bible school, but after she travels to Australia and Switzerland. As her mom Wendy Andres tucked tiny African violets into her braid, mom nodded confidently, “She’s going to do great.” And then she added, “I think she is better prepared than I was.” For some, Friday’s event will be the last family graduation. Chyanne Barker was presented with a huge bouquet of roses and clung to those as she received a heartfelt hug from her great aunt Sharon Thibodeau from Sicamous. Thibodeau said she’s attended 10 graduations and Chyanne is now the last in this part of the family line.

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Federal candidate needed to fill Green vacancy richard rolke Morning Star Staff

The Green Party is without an OkanaganShuswap candidate leading up to this fall’s federal election. Dave Smith has withdrawn his candidacy due to what he calls “irreconcilable differences on campaign policy and strategy among members within the local Green Party.” Dave Smith When contacted, the Coldstream resident would not provide further details. “I really don’t wish to because I wish the party well. I’d like to leave them with the

greatest opportunity possible and not dirty laundry,” he said. “The Green Party has a very broad range of participants and I find myself at one end of the extremes. I’m a prudent accountant and fiscally conservative and that didn’t work very well.” Smith says he wishes the party well in finding a new candidate and adds that he he has appreciated the efforts of campaign members who have supported him. He also goes on to say that he continues to stand behind party leader Elizabeth May. “My support for Green policy is totally there, especially for extreme environmental challenges. I hope other parties can pick up on it.” The Okanagan-Shuswap Green Party

executive says it’s “saddened” by Smith’s resignation. “Dave was an excellent candidate, whose rationale and reasonable approach to our transition to a greener and fairer economy has been popular with the public,” states the executive in a release. “With our support at about 20 per cent and growing, Dave would have had a real shot at providing the citizens of OkanaganShuswap with effective Green representation. Politics is often a thankless pursuit but all Canadians owe thanks to those people who put themselves forward as public figures in pursuit of the public good.” The executive goes on to say that it will continue to run a strong campaign during the election.

“Dave’s resignation opens the door for someone to step up and carry his work forward. We will be actively searching for the right candidate over the coming weeks.”

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Despite the rain and wind that forced the calling of the sixth annual Charity Classic Golf Tournament at Predator Ridge, 132 golfers and the event sponsors made this year an overwhelming success. A net of $242,100 was raised for the completion of the top two floors at Vernon Jubilee Hospital Sunday. “It is important for me to thank and recognize the generosity of Predator Ridge, its members and its residents who have financially supported this golf tournament from the beginning” said Sue Beaudry, with the Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation. “Significant donations came from some Predator members who helped put us over the top to our six-year total of $1,000,100 net.” A component of the event was a live auction. The highlight was the auctioning off og=f a golf trip to Bandon Dunes, Oregon in the Kal Tire corporate jet. This item alone raised $35,000. Besides the auction, funds came from many sources. Even eightyear-old golfer Ryan Vest, who can drive a golf ball further than many adults, raised $240 by driving golf balls for the golfers. “This is an important event for the hospi-

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Precautions taken after body discovered ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

Vernon School District’s crisis response team was put into action Monday

after three students at Okanagan Landing Elementary School discovered a man’s body in the school yard shortly before 8:30 a.m.

Vernon RCMP and the coroner investigated and ruled out foul play in the death of the man, believed to be in his late 30s.

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“The three students reported the body to the principal, and good for them for doing that, and the principal called 911 right away,” said Joe Rogers, Vernon School District superintendent. “We met with the students and their parents in the morning, we talked about how we can support the kids and the parents and we offer counselling services. “You never know, in circumstances when you have a death like this, if that brings up the death of grandparents or other things in their lives. We want to make sure we are there to support the kids.” A notice was sent home with every child at Okanagan Landing Elementary – which has about 300 students – Monday afternoon. Rogers and the Vernon RCMP both made it clear that, at no point, were any of the school’s students in any danger.

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Vernon RCMP investigate the discovery of a body at Okanagan Landing Elementary School Monday morning. Foul play has been ruled out. After talking with the RCMP and the principal, the decision was made to put the school in lockdown for the morning. “The RCMP hadn’t finished their investigation and the coroner hadn’t arrived, so rather than let the kids out at recess, we just had them do an inside recess,” said Rogers.

“The coroner came, did their work, and the body was removed. We fenced off the area (where the body was found) and the kids were outside for lunch.” Said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk: “The school was locked down to protect the children from going outside and seeing the

body. We’re dealing with elementary school children. It was strictly a precautionary measure.” Molendyk said the man is believed to be an individual who was reported missing Sunday evening. Rogers confirmed that the man was not, in any way, connected to the school.

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Vernon RCMP are asking for witnesses of a Saturday afternoon hit-and-run to come forward. Officers responded shortly after 2 p.m. to a report of a collision between a car and a motorcycle on Okanagan Landing Road near Fulton Road. “When our officers attended, they learned that a Silver Toyota Celica had been in a collision with a motorcycle and the car then fled the scene,” said Vernon RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “One witness told police the suspect car appeared to stop in the middle of the road and that action caused the

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Vernon RCMP investigate a hit-and-run accident involving a car and a motorcycle Saturday afternoon on Okanagan Landing Road. bike to run into the back end of the car.” The 44-year-old Vernon driver of the motorcycle was seriously injured and taken to Vernon Hospital. He is expected to make a full

recovery. The suspect vehicle was later located unoccupied at Kin Beach. The investigation is ongoing and the police are asking anyone who might have witnessed

the bike and the Toyota driving on Okanagan Landing Road just prior to the crash, or if anyone witnessed the accident, to please call them at the Vernon detachment at 250-545-7171.

Governance proposal draws support Morning Star Staff

Local efforts to simplify amalgamation between communities are gaining momentum on the provincial scene. The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce’s call for legislative changes to enable the provincial government to take a more active role in regional governance reviews has received support from delegates attending the B.C. Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting Prince George. GVCC members have continually raised concern about Jaron Chasca Greater Vernon’s current governance structure. “Provincial legislation is quite limiting in allowing for the exploration of different governance models that could achieve positive results for business in streamlining regulatory and development

processes among neighbouring local government jurisdictions, said Matt Davidson, chairperson of GVCC’s policy advisory committee. “We appreciate that there are pros and cons related to different governance models but those can’t be examined if there is unwillingness by local governments to explore those ideas or if there is a lack of financial resources from the province to undertake such reviews.” The GVCC policy resolution calls for changes that would enable the provincial government to initiate a study even if only one jurisdiction is interested in exploring the business case for changes in regional governance. “The GVCC is pleased to have received the support from our peers from across the province,” said Jaron Chasca, GVCC president, who is at the B.C. AGM. “Our chamber is committed to creating a more business-friendly region and we think this policy will help achieve that outcome.”

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t’s interesting to point out that while the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce is pushing for changes to local governance, a new study pokes holes into the financial benefits coming from amalgamation. On Tuesday, the Fraser Institute issued a report on municipal amalgamation in Ontario and whether cost-savings were achieved when smaller jurisdictions came together. Now of course the Fraser Institute is a right-wing think tank and previous studies have been widely criticized. But you would think that if any group would support “finding efficiencies at the local level,” as the Greater Vernon chamber calls for, it would be the Fraser Institute. “In the late 1990s, the (Ontario) government of the day wanted to consolidate municipal governments in an effort Richard Rolke to reduce waste and lower property taxes. While that may have been a laudable goal, it’s become clear that those benefits never materialized,” said Lydia Miljan, coauthor of the study. As part of the process, the study compares pre and post amalgamation financial indicators in the amalgamated communities of Kawartha Lakes, Essex Township and HaldimandNorfolk compared to un-amalgamated communities. “In almost all cases — in both the amalgamated and un-amalgamated communities — the study finds significant increases in property taxes, compensation for municipal employees, and long-term debt between 2000 and 2012,” states a release. Apparently between 2000 and 2012, property taxes in Haldimand County increased 50 per cent while municipal employee compensation in Kawartha Lakes ballooned 52.8 per cent. “If amalgamation had in fact led to cost savings and lower property taxes, then one would expect an amalgamated municipality’s financial indicators to exhibit a downward trend over time, at least in the initial years of the amalgamated community. That didn’t happen,” said

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Miljan. The study finds the Ontario government pressured municipalities to amalgamate too quickly which led to poor planning and execution. “Moreover, when rural areas were amalgamated with urban areas, residents demanded similar services and amenities that had been available in more urbanized communities,” states the release. The bottom line is the Fraser Institute isn’t impressed with what happened in Ontario. “Our study reinforces earlier research about amalgamation of larger cities which suggests that amalgamation in Ontario didn’t achieve cost savings, and in some instances might have actually raised costs,” said Miljan. Now of course Ontario is Ontario and B.C. is B.C. and some factors may be different, but the basic guidelines to operating a municipality should be the same no matter where you go. And when the Fraser Institute highlights that rural residents in an amalgamated municipality sought urbanized services, consider what may happen in Greater Vernon. Quite reasonably, BX residents may start demanding upgraded roads, which would be a costly proposition for taxpayers in the existing City of Vernon (rural roads are presently a provincial responsibility). Amalgamation would mean fewer politicians but that’s a financial drop in the bucket. The reality is that most employees will still be needed to provide services, and, as a result, property taxes aren’t going to drop. The Greater Vernon chamber’s call for a local governance review hit a wall last year when all jurisdictions outside of the city refused to participate. That has now led the chamber to lobby the province to initiate a review even if only one jurisdiction is interested in exploring the pros and cons of regional governance. That campaign may play well with chamber members and some residents but forcing a community to participate in a process it doesn’t support isn’t very democratic. Given that Victoria has insisted it won’t force the A word, don’t expect the chamber’s plans to go anywhere.

The word bypass is floating around Vernon council chambers again. On Monday, city staff presented the draft master transportation plan and immediately, most elected officials were questioning why there was no mention of an alternate route to Highway 97. “It’s sticking our heads into the sand not to indicate what it may look like,” said Coun. Juliette Cunningham. “My role as a councillor is to make a long-term decision for the future of my community after I am gone.” Obviously, there are current challenges with traffic flow on the highway through the community, particularly at key locations like along the Vernon Square mall and at Polson Park. And the situation will likely only get worse in the years to come as the region’s population grows. On the surface, diverting traffic off of Highway 97 makes sense. But despite all of the talk among council members, they ignore an important point and that’s the lack of a viable route. Just as occurred when a bypass was proposed for Mission Hill and Okanagan Landing in 2008, any new proposal will lead to protests from residents who don’t want a major highway going through their neighbourhood. It should also be pointed out that the city plays a critical role in the lack of bypass options as it keeps approving permits for residential developments that will conflict with motorists. In the end, the concept of a bypass can be outlined in the transportation plan, but it will only ever be a theory on paper unless current and future politicians are willing to face the wrath of residents.


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et me begin by saying I am very disappointed that we did not get more no votes in the recent referendum in Lake Country. The people of Lake Country have spoken and have given the district the authority to borrow $2.6 million to purchase the old CN railway, so we have to move on. As for me, I have lived here all of my life and will continue to make sure the district and Mayor James Baker live up to their big promise that they can both fund the trail and fix up our roads, sewer and water quality. Some roads that need immediate attention are Carr's Landing Road, Okanagan Centre East Road, Okanagan Centre West Road and Beaver Lake Road. MISSED THE POINT Recently, I made my way to an advertised protest rally against Bill C51 held at the offices of MP Colin Mayes. After some delay, the spokesperson addressed those assembled but while railing against capitalism and other abuses, failed for more than half-an-hour to mention Bill C51 at all, and I left. This bill will strip Canadians of the right to speak, write and even gesture if someone in authority pins the label terrorism on the subject matter. Of course those speaking up will be imprisoned. In the Roman Empire at one time, all Christians were labelled terrorists and suffered gruesome fates. I have personally lived through the gagging of free speech and I had to rail against the gag. Somehow, the rally's speaker missed the point of what to rail against urgently. Mark Roberts-Seymour SPORTS FACILITY On the strength of just 386 votes representing less than one per cent of our community's 45,095 eligible voters, our politicians plunged

I would also like to see the district bring our water quality up to Interior Health standards so we won’t have to continue getting boil water notices. I have no idea how they will do all of this as the District of Lake Country is behind $160 million in infrastructure and $10 million in debt. I will also make sure Duane Thompson and his rail trail group live up to their claims that they can raise up to $10 million in grants and donations to upgrade the railway in to a walking/biking trail. I also think now is the time that this same group should tell us who are the two people that are donating $350,000 and do they have that money in the bank now. Ron Volk

ahead and proceeded with the new college sports field at a price tag of $7.5 million. We have now learned that the project is $790,000 over budget, apparently due to inadequate planning and deficient oversight regarding questionable increases in construction costs. More recently, the community has learned that we will also be spending an additional $340,000 because, amazingly, the design did not include showers for a grand total of $1.13 million representing 15 per cent of the original budget without regard to the long-term interests costs. Our politicians and city administrators have always insisted that in order to attract qualified people to the public sector, the community needs to pay premium salaries. So, under the circumstances, can someone out there please explain to me exactly how does that work? J. Brown WATER CONSERVATION In recognition that water shortages will be an ongoing problem, it is time that city hall revise all new residential building permits to require developers to include

their plan for using grey water, i.e. shower, dishwater, etc., on the new property, for flushing toilets and outside use, such as irrigation. In effect, potable water would only be used for drinking, brushing teeth, showers, washing clothes and dishes, etc. Most years, there is a water shortage and with Vernon continuing to grow, it will only get worse. Xeriscaping is not the answer. What a dull place our city would be without the beautiful trees, shrubs, flowers and crops. At least this resolution would be the beginning of using our precious water wisely in the future. Secondly, I recommend that the City of Vernon or public spirited service clubs or community organizations purchase rain barrels and make them available at cost to residents as was done in the past with compost bins. Claire Wilkins BALANCED BUDGET Contrary to what Justin Trudeau and his followers would have us believe, budgets do not balance themselves. The recent balanced federal budget required the hard work of

accountable cabinet ministers and staff to determine realistic revenues and expenditures. While it would have been easy to bolster revenues by increasing taxes in the short term, the loss of jobs and future investment over the long term would have been the cost. Joe Oliver followed through on the promise made to Canadians to produce a balanced budget that will help keep Canada’s economy the strongest of the G7 countries. While the opposition parties make plans to increase taxes and grow government, they have no plans to keep Canada moving forward. The budget will allow job creating businesses to thrive with investments in skills training and support for entrepreneurs. Families will be able to keep more of their money in their pocket with the lowest federal tax burden in more than half a century. Stephen Harper and the Conservative government have shown they can be trusted to manage Canada’s finances through the toughest of economic times while still encouraging investment and growth for the future. This is far cry from the higher

taxes, bigger government plans of the opposition. Mel Arnold, Conservative candidate, North Okanagan Shuswap

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Pursuant to Section 26 of the Community Charter, the City of Vernon intends to grant Statutory Right of Ways to the following Public Utilities: • B.C. Hydro • Telus • Fortis B.C. • Regional District of the North Okanagan (Water Works and Services) • The Corporation of the City of Vernon (Storm and Sewer Works and Services) on and over that 176.5 sq. metre portion of Agnew Road closed pursuant to “Agnew Road Closure Bylaw Number 5520, 2014”, as shown and described as “Closed Road” on Reference Plan EPP49232, in order to protect works located therein. The consideration to be received by the City of Vernon for such grants of Statutory Right of Way will be the sum of $1 for each Statutory Right of Way. Further inquiries can be directed to Mr. Brett Bandy, Real Estate Manager, at 250550-3245 or bbandy@vernon.ca.

Construction between 30 Avenue to 32 Avenue is scheduled to start the week of May 25th and completed the week of September 30. City of Vernon forces and contractors will be rehabilitating storm mains, sanitary mains (relined using a “no dig” construction method), curb and gutter, sidewalks and repaving on 33 Street. There will be occasional detours of roads, alleys and sidewalks. The majority of the works will be undertaken with traffic control personnel maintaining one lane of traffic. Access to buildings will be maintained at all times. Traffic management and pedestrian access through and around the site will be the priority. For more information on this project please call Ron Serne, Kerr Wood Leidal Engineering Construction Administrator at 250-306-1967 http://www.vernon.ca/site.php/projects/33-street-road-and-utility-rehab-30-ave-to32-ave/ June

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Construction on 27 Avenue between 35 Street and 34 A Street is scheduled to start the week of June 8 and completed the week of July 20. City of Vernon forces will be rehabilitating storm main, sanitary main, curb and gutter, sidewalks and repaving on 27 Avenue. 27 Ave will be closed within the construction area, but access to homes and businesses will be possible. Traffic management and pedestrian access through and around the 20th street will be closed at Pleasant Valley Road the week of June 1, 2015. The full site will be the priority. road closure is required for paving at the intersection. Traffic control will be in effect For more information on this project please call Ron Serne, Kerr Wood Leidal Engineering Construction Administrator at 250-306-1967 and detour routes posted in advance of the road closure. For more information regarding this project please contact Monahan Engineering at http://www.vernon.ca/site.php/projects/2014-sanitary-rehab-project-35-street-and27-avenue-continued/ 250-503-1023 or visit http://www.vernon.ca/capitalworks.

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The fate of a proposed recreational trail between Coldstream and Kelowna is before the courts. The Okanagan Indian Band’s request for an injunction to postpone Canadian National’s sale of the Commonage rail corridor to local municipalities began at B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver Monday. “Our lawyers presented a strong case for an injunction to Justice Myers,” said Chief Byron Louis in a release Monday. “Over the next two days we will hear from the other parties involved.” The proceedings are expected to wrap up today. The OKIB asserts that 22 kilometres of the rail line that runs through the Commonage should have reverted to reserve land when it ceased to be used for railway purposes and cannot be lawfully sold. The Commonage Indian reserve was created in 1877 by the Joint Indian Reserve Commission, but the band says federal and provincial officials eliminated the reserve a decade later. “Our case is distinguishable enough from other cases that we feel it deserves its own trial,” said Louis, “If the sale is allowed to proceed, our options are severely limited. That’s the crux of our irreparable harm argument.” The OKIB filed a statement of claim in B.C. Supreme Court March 24 naming CN Rail, the federal and provincial governments, the District of Lake Country, the City of Kelowna and the Regional District of the North Okanagan as defendants.


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Candidates sought for Queen Silver Star since she was a little girl helped guide her hand in applying. “I was seven when I started going to the fashion show,” said Vaz. “I just really wanted to try it. It looked like so much fun.” The royal pair are now busy attending local events, fundraisers, parades and showcasing the place they call home. “In the summer we travel to other communities in B.C. and pro-

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The doors are closing on a limited royal opportunity in Vernon. The Vernon Winter Carnival’s Queen Silver Star Excellence Program is accepting applications, but this year, only the first 12 candidates will get in. “It’s first-come, first-serve,” said Diana Williamson, Vernon Winter Carnival executive director. And the deadline to file applications is Monday, June 1. But there is still room as there are only a few applications in so far. “You have nothing to lose,” said Queen Silver Star LV Alicia HillTurner, who will be turning over her crown in February. Having gone through the self-development program, which runs from September to February, plus her continuing royal duties, it’s an enriching opportunity Hill-Turner is glad she took. “It’s a great program learning life skills,” said the Grade 11 Aberdeen Hall Preparatory School student. “They teach you all the stuff you don’t learn in school.” The program sees candidates spend two to three days a week learning and growing. The focus includes managing time, financial planning and even how to change a tire. “It’s a big time commitment but as long as you balance it, it’s doable,” said HillTurner. Topics include: speech craft, hair care, automotive, self defence, history of Vernon, mural and history tour, modeling, financial planning and Vernon tourism. “Ours is the biggest program in B.C.,” said Williamson, adding that another new addition this year is the ability for sponsors to match up with preferred candidates ahead of time. Chosen candidates will have interviews with sponsors in June and July prior to the

mote Vernon,” said HillTurner. So if you are crowned, be prepared as there is some serious dedication required. “It’s almost a twoyear commitment,” said Williamson. In fact, dedication is needed from all applicants, who benefit tremendously. “You get something out of it, either way,” said Vaz, noting the experience, scholarships, lasting friend-

ships and enhanced resume. Any young North Okanagan woman between the ages of 16 and 19 who is interested in applying can call the Vernon Winter Carnival office at 250545-2236 to arrange to pick up an information package. Or visit www.vernonwintercarnival.com. Volunteers are also needed to help facilitate the program and its various aspects.

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Princess Silver Star Hannah Vaz (left) and Queen Alicia Hill-Turner are getting ready for A Mardi Gras Carnival in 2016, and invite candidates to come forward to possibly be named Queen Silver Star LVI.

“It’s a great program learning life skills” — Alicia Hill-Turner

program starting in August. It runs until the Vernon Winter Carnival in February, when the new royalty is

crowned. There were seven candidates last year, but 16 the year before, And it pays to be a

princess, or queen, or even a candidate. “Last year we gave out $9,000 in scholarships,” said Hill-Turner, who joined the program for the scholarship opportunities and was awarded so much more. For Princess Silver Star Hannah Vaz, watching the royalty

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The Vernon Jazz Club has saved an explosive nine-person band for its last show of the season. The Salmon Armenians are making a big splash Saturday night. The band will play tunes from the ‘60s to ‘80s that feature sizzling vocal and horn arrangements such as Soul Man (Hayes and Porter), Hold On, I’m Comin’ (Sam & Dave) and In the Midnight Hour (Wilson Pickett), as well as some Tower of Power and Aretha Franklin. The Salmon Armenians are Lody Kieken (keyboard/vocals), Debbie Reid (vocals), Del Hunter (vocals), Doug Sonju (alto/tenor saxophone), Mike Scharf (tenor/baritone sax), Gareth Seys (trombone), Murray Holmes (bass/vocals), Jordan Dick (guitar), and Larry Keats (drums). The band was formed 18 years ago to play at the Roots and Blues Festival in Salmon Arm. “We had way too much fun to stop doing this and thus here we are almost 20 years later still having a blast,” said Kieken. “This is our 12th appearance at the Vernon Jazz Club and we’re just as excited to be there as we were the first time around.” The band played at the club during New Year’s Eve in 2013 and can’t wait to perform there again this weekend. “We love the interchange that happens between performers and audiences, of which the Vernon Jazz Club is a great example. There’s nothing like the energy that builds up when a live band meets a room filled with people looking for a good time and a celebration of life, music, and everything,” said Kieken.

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The Salmon Armenians help the Vernon Jazz Club close a successful 2014-15 season, Saturday. The Salmon Armenians’ musical influences include the rhythm and blues artists of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. “Any song with a strong melody and a driving rhythm featuring a great vocal and a horn arrangement will find favour with us,” said Kieken. “Many of the songs that we play were featured in The Blues Brothers films as well as the film The Commitments. This all hearkens back to an era when live music was king and there was no sequencers, synthesizers, and drum machines.” The band has built quite the following from those music choices. “I think the fans of The Salmon Armenians like many of the same things we as musicians like about the band and the music. It’s exciting,

powerful, entertaining, great to dance to and to listen to. Our fans love us and the feeling is mutual,” said Kieken. Kieken has been playing the Hammond organ since the 70s. After attending Grant MacEwan College, he toured for three years on the cabaret circuit in Western Canada. He moved to Salmon Arm in the 90s and bought Acorn Music, a music store as well as a teaching studio, with his wife. Growing up in a musical family, Reid realized at the early of five that her voice was her choice of instrument. She has played in numerous bands in the Shuswap including The Phantoms, Summer Wagers, and Eden Fire. Hunter has been a professional singer since

the 70s when she sang with Shamash, a sevenpiece vocal band from Kelowna. She performs in the duo Steppin’ Out with her husband and was part of the vocal trio, Girls Night Out, which covered each era from the 40s onwards. Sonju was the principal clarinetist with the Okanagan Symphony, whom he performed with since the early-70s. Audiences of the Vernon Jazz Club will recognize him from jazz quartets such as The Ugly Stepsisters or the Bob Rogers Quintet. Saxophonist Scharf grew up in Salmon Arm and has played with Electric Lady Land, Pompous Frank, and Shuffle Demon Richard Underhill. Trombonist Seys has shared the stage with such notable artists as Phil Dwyer and Kynkayd. Murray began playing professionally in Vancouver with groups like Duster and Cameron Molly and The Molly Gang. Later he moved to the Thompson-Okanagan area and has continued to play ever since. Dick is a guitarist, composer, educator, and promoter. He has studied with Bob Shields, Lorne Lofsky, Phil Dwyer, and Bill Coon. He is also the artistic director of Jazz Salmon Arm, a non-profit jazz society. Keats, “The Slammin’ Salmon,” is an original member of the Salmon Armenians. He has played with big bands, jazz combos, rock groups, and musical theatre companies. During the day, he is a music therapist in the Shuswap. The Salmon Armenians take the stage at the Vernon Jazz Club (3000-31st St.) this Saturday at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7:15. Tickets are $20 at the Bean Scene, Bean to Cup and at www.vernonjazz.ca.

Choir gives an ‘Elektra-fying’ finale

he volunteer Vancouverbased women’s choir, Elektra, led by Morna Edmundson, closed the North Okanagan Community Concert Association’s season Saturday with professional polish Christine Pilgrim and aplomb. They were joined for their final piece, David MacIntyre’s Ave Maria, by Ancora, an Armstrong women’s choir led by Terry Logan. Together, they sang a well-earned encore from the auditorium aisles before filing into the lobby to mingle with the audience, thus providing an opportunity to discuss favourite pieces. Mine was Jerusalem, a traditional Irish folk song arranged by Michael McGlynn, which Elektra also sang from the auditorium aisles. Choir member Grace Groot (first alto) allowed me to peep at her “dots” (a less elevated term for musical manuscript).

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They showed the song’s haunting, cacophonous refrain inscribed as a round, where singers could join in at whatever point and in whatever rhythm they chose. The sound of anguished yearning that resulted from this random beginning and ending left the audience hushed in a state of awe. Soloists Danica Kell, Holly Kennedy, Malaika Horswill and Stephanie Schollen were equally effective. Meanwhile, Morna Edmundson stood silently still, listening; a solitary figure on stage, both hands folded before her. She only raised them to conduct the opening of the refrain: “Jerusalem, our happy home, when shall we come to thee? When shall our sorrows have an end?” Elektra-fying! My second favourite was another traditional song, Russian this time, entitled Ne po pogrebu Bochonochek Kataetsja. Arranged by Kitka, it made an imaginative vehicle for the choristers’ arrival on stage. Instead of dribbling on as is often the case when risers have to be negotiated, they flowed in separate sections and took circuitous routes to arrive at interesting groupings. Their sing-

ing was faultless, with pure harmonies and sonorous tones. The marriage between soloists, chorus and percussion in this playful love song bewitched and elevated the spirit. Da Pacem (Peace) was beautiful too. So was Northern Lights (aurora borealis, which inspired young Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo to set to music the Pulchra es amica mea text from the Song of Solomon). Like Da Pacem, it was sung in Latin. An English translation, along with words to every song performed, could be found in the extensive program notes. A must-mention: when Edmundson called for the house lights to be turned up, they didn’t shine quite brightly enough for everyone to see the finely printed program, contrary to the opinion of someone presumably blessed with 20:49 vision. After a brief word with a helpful usher at intermission, the lights were adjusted to rectify the situation. Bouquets to both usher and lighting technician! The evening’s favourites also included the curtain raiser, played masterfully by 16-year-

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Members of the Elektra Women’s Choir relax in the green room at the Performing Arts Centre before their concert Saturday. old Jaeden Izik-Dzurko. Chopin would surely have delighted in this accomplished young pianist’s interpretation of his Barcarolle Opus 60. The only male on stage with the 45 female choristers, Dr. Stephen Smith, also deserved applause for his impeccable accompaniment on piano and percussion.

But the last word must remain with those choristers. I confess to a prejudice in favour of the resonant tones of the male voice but their absence paled to insignificance once Elektra began to sing. As NOCCA president Paul Maynes noted, the glory of the human voice raised in song is unmatched. I’d add: of either gender.


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Sadok shares its Ukrainian culture The Sadok Ukrainian Dance Ensemble hosts its 16th annual Okanagan Ukrainian Festival with special guests, Sunday at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. This year’s dance theatre production is called, The Magic Wheat Stalk, inspired by the book, A Garland of Legends and Folk Tales from Ukraine by Oleksandra Stratiy. “This musical play is drawn from the rich history and cultural traditions of Ukrainian people and reflects the love of Ukrainian heritage,” said Sadok’s artistic director Andrea Malysh. “From the colourful sunflowers to the springtime blossoms, the stage is filled with the magic that the giant wheat stalk brings to the dancers.” The story and costumes reflect the various regions of Ukraine, from the majestic Carpathian Mountains to the golden wheat fields of Poltava. “The audience will delight in the beauty of the Ukrainian dance, music and magic which weaves this tale,” said Malysh. Joining Sadok will be the Argyll School of Performing Arts, who will perform a number, choreographed by Argyll’s Janet Hackman,

called A Tribute to St. Andrew, as both the Scottish and Ukrainians share the same patron saint. Also on the bill are Kamloops’ Pokotillo

Ukrainian Dancers and Kelowna’s Dolyna Ukrainian Dancers. The event starts at 2 p.m. Tickets are at the Ticket Seller, 549-7469.

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Pre-kindergarten students Amanda Morgandinho, Finley Roberts, Amelia Boss and Keira Marsh challenge their balance by walking on plastic River Rocks at Little Oak Learning Centre. This pre-kindergarten program ensures children have time for physical play to enhance their physical development,” said Sally Towers, manager of Little Oak Learning Centre in Vernon.

This June, the Okanagan will be home to a learning event that seeks to create better stewardship of ecosystems by strengthening biodiversity, growing food that supports local communities and encouraging leadership and responsibility. Re-Earthing Your Life and Community is about strengthening neighborhoods and villages. The Permaculture Design and Wildcrafting Course takes place June 6 to 16 at the Wildcraft Forest School near Lumby. The course curriculum places special emphasis on building awareness about soils and watersheds in support of the United Nations 2015 International Year of Soils. Special guest instructor is Matthew Stephens, a permaculture designer based in Chicago and the founder of the Earth Reforestation Project and Permaculture America. Stephens has become a prominent advocate for the worldwide permaculture movement and has been instrumental in creating a global network on social media to facilitate cross-communication between permaculture designers. “When people with diverse skill sets, talents and a combined understanding and mutual agreement to cooperate and collaborate with one another in small effective teams, they can achieve great things for the planet,” said Stephens. Born, raised and still living in Chicago’s South Side, Stephens said the Windy City has not typically been the first place one would think of with regards to permaculture and urban sustainability, but he is doing his part to change that as he effectively puts into practice teambuilding

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Permaculture designer Matthew Stephens addresses students in Chicago. He will teach a Permaculture Design Course June 6 to 16 at the Wildcraft Forest School near Lumby. expertise, knowledge of urban food deserts and the nutritional dilemmas within inner city environments. “Small scale organic gardens will always be the sustainable solution to feeding the global human population with maximum efficiency, minimal energy inputs and minimum waste,” said Stephens. For organizer and co-presenter Don Elzer, the event is a chance to help transition the Okanagan by creating what he calls re-earthers. “We need to begin to fix things ourselves,” he said. “We can no longer depend on governments, institutions and corporations to restore habitats and create food security. The system is too slow and cumbersome.” According to Elzer, a new generation

of leadership is emerging in the Okanagan eager to take positive action to solve important problems that have become too institutionalized. “Every day throughout the world and including the Okanagan we deplete our soil. We pave over it, we ignore it, we kill it. We should remind ourselves that the coming apart of a society is not dramatic, it unravels very slowly and largely without notice,” he said. “Great civilizations have fallen because they failed to prevent the degradation of the soils on which they were founded.” Re-Earthing Your Life and Community carries participants to a Permaculture Design Certificate as well as entry towards achieving a Wildcraft Practitioners Diploma for becoming a Master Wildcrafter. Participants will be guided through core wildcrafting teachings that they can apply to their approach to permaculture. This course places emphasis on introducing wild dynamics into urban, suburban, agriculture and forest edge areas and is especially designed to address present and emerging issues linked to our changing planet. This course provides tangible training that addresses water conservation, soil restoration and new opportunities within intensive small footprint gardening and agriculture as well as community and neighbourhood problem-solving and leadership. To register please visit www.wildcraftforest.com/School/11-ReEarthingWildDynamicPermaculture-1Kelowna.html This event is co-sponsored by The Okanagan Institute and the Okanagan Geotourism Initiative.


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hubarb is in full season and is one of the most versatile vegetables of the early spring. It is mostly grown for its fleshy stalks, technically known as petioles. The use of rhubarb as food was first recorded in 17thcentury England when sugar became affordable to common people, and reached a peak between the 20th century’s two world wars. Commonly, it is stewed with sugar or used in pies and desserts, but it can also be put into savoury dishes or pickled. Rhubarb can be dehydrated and infused with strawberry juice to mimic the popular strawberry rhubarb pie. In traditional Chinese medicine, rhubarb roots have been used as a laxative for several millennia, and it appears in medieval Arabic and European

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prescriptions. It was one of the first Chinese medicines to be imported to the West from China. And if you’re looking for a rich brown dye similar to walnut husks, rhubarb root will produce just that. My favourite rhubarb recipes include the coffee cakes below and a custard rhubarb pie which has been printed here numerous times. My problem with rhubarb is that I don’t have any growing in my garden — anyone willing to share? Rhubarb Coffee Cake 1⁄2 cup butter or 1⁄2 cup margarine

1-1⁄2 cups granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 2 cups finely chopped rhubarb Topping: 1⁄2 cup packed brown sugar 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 Tbsp. butter, softened Preheat oven to 350 F. Cream butter and sugar together in mixing bowl. Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in sour cream and vanilla. Mix flour and baking soda together and fold into batter. Stir in rhubarb. Turn into greased 9x13-inch pan. Topping: Mix all ingredients together until crumbly. Sprinkle over top. Bake 30-40 minutes until done.

Strawberry-Rhubarb Cream Dessert 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup chopped pecans 1 cup butter, melted 1/4 cup sugar Topping: 1 cup packed brown sugar 3 Tbsp. cornstarch 5 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped, divided Additional brown sugar, optional In small bowl, combine flour, pecans, butter and sugar. Press into greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350 F for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. In large saucepan,

Bounce Back provides coping skills Tami muhlerT Special to The Morning Star

Have you been feeling kind of “blah” lately? Maybe you have lost touch with friends, and you have been telling the ones that still call that “I’m just not feeling up to it” if they ask you to get together? Maybe you have been feeling like you’ve lost some of that joy in life that you used to have? Mild to moderate depression, stress and worry affect many of us. You don’t need to keep feeling that way; help is available. The website www.heretohelp. bc.ca says, “80 per cent of people with depression who get the right treatment feel better or no longer experience symptoms at all.” Finding the right treatment can be hard and sometimes expensive. However, there are some free programs that may be right for you. The best place to start is by talking with your doctor. Your doctor can find out if you have a physical illness that may be causing you to feel low. They can also refer you to free men-

tal health programs. The Canadian Mental Health Association offers a program called Bounce Back, a free program for adults with mild to moderate depression, stress or worry. You can participate in Bounce Back without going anywhere. You receive workbooks in the mail that teach you ways to deal with stress and things you can do to feel better. A Bounce Back coach will talk with

you on the telephone to help you understand the workbooks and help you to put the words into action. One person who finished the program said: “The program was very helpful for me at the time of need.” Another person said “…the Bounce Back program gave me a better attitude towards my life and also gave me coping skills that I can continue to use in the future.” Bounce Back is avail-

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mission dollar bin thrift store Fill a bag for a toonie all this week. Choose from spring clothing for the whole family, footwear, dishes, books and movies! Open Tuesday through Thursday, 9 til 5ish, 3008-34th St., downtown Vernon. Volunteer run, all proceeds stay in our community for nutritious meals and to provide services to those in need. Thank you for your support. the georgette thrift shop “The World’s Favourite Thrift Store” is having half-price sale on all blue dot tags; all red dots are $1. New hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. We are at 3100-28th Ave., behind Sir Winston’s Pub. upper room mission boutique 1/2 price days The sun is out and it’s time to treat yourself to some sunny fashion. All women’s, men’s and children’s clothing 1/2 off. The deals don’t stop there. Entire store 1/2 off! Red dot items excluded. Sale runs May 27 to 30. days for girls sewing bee May 27 from 1 to 4 p.m., Vernon Alliance Church Arbor (27th St./43rd Ave). We will be putting together 100 Days for Girls kits. Everyone welcome. Girl’s sizes 12-14 and ladies small panties, Johnson large ziplock bags, and dark flannel needed. Days for Girls kits will go to Haiti in the fall. Coffee and baking served. Come and help make a difference in these young girls’ lives. Info., Pat at 250 542 8844. Tickets for the second annual help for Haiti Clinic can be purchased for $25. annual spring tea May 27 at Vernon Restholm, 2808 – 35th St., from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Strawberry shortcake is $3 per person. Also a raffle, bake sale, craft sale and 50/50. qigong classes This 4,000-year-old practice of self healing is being offered every Wednesday and Friday 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Kees tae kwon do in Vernon. Come and practise these simple but effective moves with breathing techniques that support mental and physical health. This mindful meditation is a unique experience to improve your quality of life. First time visit to class is free. the coldstream farmers market We are now back to every Wednesday from 2:30 to 6 p.m. throughout the year except two weeks flanking New Years. Come and experience sustainable, BEE SAFE, GMO free, local food; vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses, honey, preserves, baking, gluten-free products, teas, tisanes, coffee, juice, dried herbs and samosas. Bring your knives for sharpening, too! We are at 9909 Kalamalka Rd. (across from Centex Gas). Now in our fifth season! hi noon toastmasters Come down to the Pantry restaurant Wednesdays at noon — you will find a whole new group of friends. For more information, call 250-542-5161. vernon kalamalka chorus of sweet adelines The local chapter of Sweet Adelines International invites women who love to sing in close, four-part harmony, to join them on Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. in the Halina Centre gym, 3310-37th Ave. Info., Deanna at 250-542-9229, or Grace at 250-545-0808. dancing at schubert centre Every Wednesday at 2 p.m., you will find live entertainment. Dancers of every description and music of every kind are enjoyed. Come dance, watch and just have fun. Friday at 2 p.m. you will find the dancers in the Coffee House also dancing to live music. We call it “Happy Hour.” Fun time for everyone. Drop in and say hi or dance the afternoon away. sally ann boutique Jewelry, clothing, antiques, auction, vintage, fair trade, local artist wall, and other special treasures for sale. A Coffee & Tea Corner that we like to call our Care and Share Corner. Snacks and drinks for sale. We are next to our Thrift Store on 24th Street, down the road from Voets Kaffee. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hours subject to change. narcotics anonymous Meets Wednesdays 7 p.m., Path to Recovery, 3204 Alexis Park Dr., behind Knox Church (open to the public, 12-step meeting, Traditions meeting, wheelchair access). Our 24-hour helpline is at 1-866-778-4772. aa meetings on wednesdays Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m.,

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Due to the nature of the event we must restrict number of guests. Please call Ritchie at 250-306-2255 if you want to come as a guest. relay for life fundraiser Students in School District 22’s Alternative Learning Program are taking part in Relay for Life in June, through their Leadership Program, and are holding a number of fundraisers to go towards Relay for Life, which supports the Canadian Cancer Society. On May 28, they will be at the downtown Safeway from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., selling handcrafted items they have made, by donation. June 2, they will be at Walmart. the vernon farmer’s market Every Monday and Thursday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kal Tire Place parking lot. The freshest and best seasonal fruit, vegetables, meat, seafood, crafts, art, gourmet foods, plants, flowers, gifts and delicious baking. Buskers, live entertainment and children’s activities often add to the cheerful atmosphere. Lively chatter and friendly faces welcome residents and visitors alike. Tons of free parking so bring the whole family to experience the vibrant colours, fresh flavours, aromatic smells, and fun sounds. Don’t forget we’re set up rain or shine! Plan to come for all the freshness and sunny atmosphere you’ve come to love. the schubert centre has activities every day Check vernon public art gallery agm Annual general meeting our monthly magazine, News and Views. Every last Wednesday of and opening reception May 28 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Opening recep- the month at the birthday luncheon it will be on sale for 50 cents. tion of Heavens Above, Shelf Life, and the Mackie House artist It tells you what to expect to happen every day at the centre and in residency at the gallery. Enjoy an evening of contemporary art, also gives you the next month’s tours. It contains coupons, tidbits, locally crafted beer and wine, and appetizers. AGM starts 5:30 news of Catherine Gardens and messages from our president and manager. It also has the days and times of all the events. p.m, followed by opening reception at 6 p.m. pre & postnatal movie night May 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., armstrong knitting circle meets first, second and fourth Tidal Elements Healing Arts Studio, 3410B-31st Ave., Vernon Thursday of every month at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber (behind K&K Books), will show Babies Know, a short video on of Commerce at 7 p.m. All knitters are welcome to join our group prenatal and perinatal psychology. Following the movie, we will for information and good conversation. Any interested parties can have time to introduce ourselves and our areas of preferred prac- call Rhonda Brozer 250-546-3238 or Ouida Kempner 250-546tice to the community. Bring your business cards to share with 3673. Please note that May 28 is our last meeting until September. each other as this is a great way to connect with other health care armstrong seniors activity centre We are at 2520 practitioners in town. Chairs provided, but bring your own if you Patterson Ave. Table tennis Thursdays 1:30 p.m., Sept. to May. like; feel free to bring a drink or snack as well. Entry is by $5 dona- narcotics anon. Thursday Night Serenity meeting 7 p.m., tion, with all funds raised goiong towards a new incubator for the side entrance of Alliance Church, 2601-43rd Ave. (open to the public, topic/discussion meeting).24-hour helpline: 1-866-778-4772. maternity ward at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. vernon camera club is holding an outdoor portrait work- new hope for widows & widowers support group shop May 28 at 7 p.m. in Polson Park near the Japanese Garden. Meets in New Hope Office, room #004 at the People Place, fourth Please bring cameras, tripods, flashes and any reflectors or other Thursday of the month, noon to 1:30 p.m. Hellmut Noelle of the equipment with you. We will have a discussion on doing por- Family Resource Centre facilitates meeting, along with a widowed traits with natural light during the first half of the meeting and New Hope volunteer. Bring a bag lunch. This is a support meeting then break into small groups in the second half of the meeting to share your individual grief experience in a confidential setting. to practicse what we’ve learned. Members and guests welcome. common threads Ministering to the needs of our community. Free, good quality PATIO & DECK COVERS used clothing and footwear. Every Thursday 9:30 a.m. - noon and Mondays 3 to 5 p.m. at Vernon Alliance Church. Call 545-7105. halina seniors cen• Wheel Alignment tre dances Every YOUR ICE Thursday 2 - 4 p.m. in FIRST CHO N- • Glass Express IO Halina Room. Doors open • Detailing FOR COLLIS 1 p.m. Dancing to old-time ACCIDENT • Diagnostics country music. Everyone REPAIR 50+ welcome. 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Community Calendar can’t make it and would like some delivered. seCond AnnuAl help for hAiti/osApo CliniC Fundraiser June 6 from 7 to 10 p.m., Kalamalka Country Club, 8305 West Kal Rd., Coldstream. Guest speaker Dr. Jean Gardy Marius, co-founder of Oganizasyon Sante popilè (OSAPO), a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the quality of health conditions of women and men in rural areas without doing harm to the environment. OSAPO is composed of medical doctors, nurses and other professionals working in community development in Haiti. Tickets are $25 and include appetizers and a glass of wine; silent auction, available at Bean Scene or call Judy Douglas at 778-212-8877. women of destiny hosts BreAking ChAins eVent with Kathleen Mailer from Calgary at 3107B-31st Ave., Vernon, May 29 at 6:30 p.m. Her heart is to see God’s people set free from all bondages and walking into their destinies. No cost but free will offering will be taken. Ladies only. We are a non-denominational women’s group coming together for a time of fellowship, worship and the word. Come early, seating is limited. For info., call Dianna at 250-275-1500 or email dl_seymour@hotmail.com fulton super grAd Bottle driVe Come by and drop off your bottles at Interior Bottle and Freight Depot May 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We will also be going door to door.

Al-Anon meeting Thursdays at 1:30 p.m., at Trinity United Church on Alexis Park Drive. CAnCer relAxAtion support group For people living with cancer and their support persons. Meets Thursdays at 3:30 p.m., People Place, 3402-27th Ave. For more information contact Colleen at 250-550-8802. time out needlework At hAlinA seniors’ Centre For those who like to socialize and do crafts every Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. If you enjoy counted thread needlework, cross stitch and/ or hardanger come and join us for an afternoon of stitching and socializing. We are a small group that enjoy stitching, teaching and learning. For more info., call 250-542-2877 or just drop by. Vernon stroke reCoVery BrAnCh Meets every Thursday except for the first Thursday of the month, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave. Support to stroke survivors, their families and caregivers; socialization, recreational, educational activities to enhance, develop and maintain motor and cognitive skills. Call Mary-Joan Giffin at 250-260-8029. AA meetings on thursdAys Meeting, Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; open meeting and is handicap accessible.. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 281048th Ave. (H) Meeting, open, 10 a.m., Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. Closed meeting 8 p.m., Mug and Muffin, 2801B-34th St. Meeting (X) open, 8 p.m., VTC, 281048th Ave. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) handicap access. (X) no handicap access. 250-545-4933 You , Vernon ms soCiety support group k wor Meets the second and fourth Thursday of the you ! month at 1 p.m., room 105 of the People ve Place. Call 542-2241 for more information. dri the CompAssionAte friends TCF is an international, non-profit, non-denominational, self-help organization for parents who have experienced the death of a child at any age, from any cause. Meetings are held at 7 p.m., on the last Thursday of the month at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., Vernon. For further information please contact Darlene or Al at 250-558-5026 or Kelli at 250-379-2465 or her cell at 250-308-8489. Vernon & distriCt AnimAl CAre soCiety We have a lost-and-found cat registry. If you have found a cat, or your cat has gone missing, please call Margaret at 542-3980 with a description of the cat and we will do our best to help. The registry is anonymous, if you wish, we only require info. about the cat. free legAl drop-in CliniC Every TH Thursday 7 - 9 p.m. Open to all, regardless of financial circumstances, volunteer lawyers provide up to 15 minutes of basic advice on legal issues. For more info., call Access Pro Bono at 1-877-762-6664. By appointment only. queen silVer stAr exCellenCe progrAm Application forms are now available for this 2015-2016 scholarship program for young ladies 16-18 years old living in the North Okanagan. Buddhist meditAtion ClAss May 29, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at W.L. Application forms available from the Carnival office, 3401-35th Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr. The class topic will be “Seeing Ave., or on the website www.vernonwintercarnival.com. Deadline Beauty in Faulty People.” Drop-in class consists of guided medita- to apply is June 1. Call 250-545-2236 for more information. tions and a teaching. Suggested donation $10. For info., call 250- fAshion show lunCheon fundrAiser June 16, noon, Best 558-0952 or see www.dorjechang.ca. No fragrance please. Western Vernon Lodge, with fashions provided by South of Pine lAst ChAnCe for girl guide Cookies! Vernon District and The Georgette Shop. Proceeds to provide medical treatment to Girl Guides will be at Walmart May 29, 30 and 31 selling the last 10-year-old America at the Mazatlan Salvation Army Children’s of our Classic Chocolate and Vanilla Girl Guide Cookies. Get them Home. Tickets $25, available at South of Pine Street or Georgette before they are all gone! Call Jodi Rolke at 250-309-5620 if you Shop or call Joan at 250-545-8428 or Jody at 250-542-2815.

pleAsAnt VAlley Cemetery wAlking tours The Greater Vernon Museum & Archives and Vernon & Dist. Family History Society are teaming up to offer tours July 11, Aug. 8 and Sept. 12 at 9:30 a.m. at Pleasant Valley Cemetery for about two hours. Following the tour a light lunch will be served at the museum where tour guide Lawrna Myers will be available to answer any further questions. The museum will also have more info. on display about the historical figures mentioned during the tour. Tickets $20/person with limit of 20 participants per tour. Tickets only available at the museum and not available on the event date. Please wear good walking shoes as tour involves a considerable amount of walking and standing. Info., 250-542-3142 or visit www.vernonmuseum.ca or www.facebook.com/vernonmuseum. fAther’s dAy dinner dAnCe At hAlinA seniors Centre June 13 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Roast beef dinner at 6 p.m. followed by dance at 7 p.m. Music by Wildwood. Purchase tickets at the centre, 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. Cost for members for dinner/dance is $13 per person and for non-members it’s $15 per person. If you are coming just for the dinner it is $10 or just for the dance it is $6 per person. Dinner tickets must be purchased by June 5. Dance tickets can be bought at door. Info., 250-542-2877. okAnAgAn sCienCe Centre needs Volunteers Are you looking for a rewarding way to give back this summer? Are you looking for a way to gain credits for school? We have a volunteer opportunity for you! We are looking for volunteers to assist in our Scotiabank Summer of Science Camps 2015 July and August, with flexible days and times. If this interests you please contact Meighen, volunteer coordinator, by emailing m.rees@oskcience. ca or calling 250-545-3644. Please be aware that the OSC has a volunteer application process and you must be at least in Grade 9 and 14 years or older. okAn. sCienCe Centre: CArpenters & eleCtriCiAns Are you looking for a rewarding way to spend your spare time? The OSC is looking for volunteer carpenters and electricians to help with small projects once in a while to build or improve exhibits at the science centre. To volunteer in this position you must have previous experience as a carpenter and/ or electrician. If this interests you, contact Meighen, volunteer coordinator, by emailing m.rees@oskcience.ca or calling 250-5453644. Please be aware that the OSC has a volunteer application process. CAr wAsh for CAnCer: fitness west Fitness West Heroes will hosting a car wash, silent auction and 50/50 draw May 30 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fitness West gym parking lot. Car wash and drop-ins by donation to the Vernon Relay for life (takes place at Polson Park June 6 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. With the generous support of our community, members, staff and instructors, Fitness West has raised close to $3,500 for the Relay for Life. Work out, try a class, win great prizes and let us wash your car! fAmily sAturdAy: Vernon puBliC Art gAllery May 30 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. features Nature Sketchbooks, Inspired by Edith Holden. Learn how to keep a nature sketchbook using watercolour, pencil and ink pens, inspired by British artist Edith Holden, author of The Country Diary of an Edwardian Lady. We will create a page on watercolour paper showing a plant map and plant portrait and will look at Holden’s sketchbook work to get inspired. Parents encouraged to participate. Family Saturday takes place on the last Saturday of each month with an art project suitable for little kids and big kids alike, at a minimal cost to participants. All materials supplied. Suggested ages 5+; $5/members, $7/non-members.

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Motorcyclists collide with deer ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

Two Edmonton motorcyclists suffered injuries when their vehicle struck a deer on Highway 6 Saturday afternoon. Officers from the Lumby RCMP detachment and North Okanagan Traffic Services responded to the accident in the 12000 block of Highway 6 near Angel Falls close to Gord Molendyk Needles.

“The 60-year-old driver from Edmonton told the investigating member that he was operating his BMW bike and a deer ran out in front of him,” said RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “He could not stop and hit the deer broad-side.” The highway was closed for air ambulance to land and transport the driver of the motorcycle to Kelowna General Hospital because of injuries to his chest and leg. A 30-year-old female passenger was transported by ground to hospital as she had less serious injuries. The deer did not survive the crash.

Storm washes out motoplex event event, one of four events on the speedway’s 2015 schedule. “We held off as long as possible before making the decision to cancel the event,” said facility manager Joe Van Tienhoven. “We looked at the

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Tigers-Rocks looks like a beauty ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff

One team is coming off a .500 weekend. One remains perfect. The Armstrong Shamrocks and Vernon Sun Valley Source For Sports Tigers renew acquaintances as the Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League rivals meet tonight at 7:30 at Kal Tire Place. Vernon beat Armstrong 12-9 in the season opening game for both teams April 24 at the Nor-Val Sports Centre. “It’s definitely going to be a good game,” said Tigers forward Ryan Sarazin, who scored four times and was named the game’s first star in Vernon’s 11-7 win over the South Okanagan Flames in their home opener Saturday at Kal Tire Place. A six-goal second period propelled the Tigers (6-0). Jordan Orr scored twice, second star Darien Ottesen popped his first-ever junior lacrosse goal and chipped in two helpers and Sean Connors added 1+3 for the Tigers, who led 3-2 after one period and 9-3 after 40 minutes. They were coming off a sloppy 8-6 road win over the Kelowna Raiders. “We definitely played a better game Saturday,” said Sarazin, who played field lacrosse for the Marquette Golden Eagles in Wisconsin this season. “We had a talk before the game and everybody came out and played great.” Jay Seaton, Steele Pelletier and Brock Wagner, on a beautiful end-to-end solo effort, rounded out the Tiger scoring in support of goalies Aaron Jensen and Jeremy Gray. Vernon outshot South Okanagan 50-45. Gray relieved Jensen with 10 minutes to go in the third period and made 12 saves on 14 shots. Isaiah Kozak and Mitch Brodt had two goals each for the Flames (4-4), who received

a solid goaltending performance from Dean Grimm. Chris Pond had four assists. Flames’ captain Kaid McLeod scored once in the first period before leaving the game with an injury. Jake Macleod added 1+4. Kaid McLeod is third in league scoring with 16-1834, four points back of the Armstrong Shamrocks’ Owen Barker (17 goals). There were just seven minor penalties assessed, four to the Tigers. The Rocks snapped a threegame losing streak Friday with a 12-8 win Friday over the Kelowna Raiders at the NorVal Sports Centre. Barker led the Shamrocks (2-5) with 4+2, giving new head coach Jim Point his first win. Nick Yadernuk and Brayden Hoggarth had two goals apiece, and singles went to Tyson Fair, Sam Hanley (2A), Kaden Sagh and Liam Drabiuk. Goalies Cole Macfarlane of Armstrong and Tristan Parece of Kelowna each made 38 saves in the penalty-filled affair which saw the Shamrocks take 71 minutes in penalties, LISA MAZUREK/MORNING STAR compared to 67 for Kelowna. Thomas Landels of the Vernon Tigers checks South Okanagan Flames’ Chris Pond in Thompson Okanagan Junior Liam Drabiuk of the Lacrosse League action Saturday night at Kal Tire Place. Rocks and Garrett Mike of Kelowna had a scrap with setting up six. Jerome Thorne led the Venom with six seven minutes remaining. Keith Minnis had 2+2 for the Irish while goals. Thorne is fifth in the points derby The winning streak ended 24 hour later, as the Rocks fell 14-9 in Kamloops to the Sagh, Fair, Yadernuk and Todd Hoggarth with 20 goals and 28 points. The Flames stuffed Kamloops 16-9 Venom (3-2-1). Barker was in on eight of had the other goals. Macfarlane registered Monday night in Penticton. the nine Armstrong goals, scoring twice and 37 saves.

Raiders stop Shamrocks 9-8 with buzzer beater Morning Star Staff

The Kelowna Raiders beat the buzzer by nine seconds to spoil the Armstrong Shamrocks’ Thompson Okanagan Senior Lacrosse League home date Saturday night at the Nor-Val Sports Centre. Victor Weins’ goal pushed the Raiders to a 9-8 win. The Shamrocks stormed out to a 3-0 lead and went into the break up 4-2. Andrew Schwab scored twice, while Kyle Versteeg and Steven Clark added singles. The ‘Rocks defence unravelled like a homemade sweater in the second frame,

combined with undisciplined penalties leading to several scoring opportuinites for the Raiders. The Raiders ended the second up 7-5 on the strength of four powerplay goals. Kas Boudreau replied for the ‘Rocks. “We played 10 minutes of really bad lacrosse in the second period and that cost us,” said Shamrocks’ coach Ryan Nitchie. The Irish regrouped for the third period when ‘Rocks rookie Bayne Bosquet got his first on a brilliant coast-to-coast dash down the right side before undressing the tender. The Shamrocks later tied it 8-8 on goals by Rob Rintoul and Carston Schlaak.

The Shamrocks were awarded a powerplay with less than three minutes remaining, but depsite perfect execution and no love from the post, the Irish couldn’t seal the deal. The Raiders soon gobbled up an errand shot and found a streaking Weins for the eventual dagger. “I was incredibly impressed by the resilience of the team; we battled through some tough calls and some strange bounces and fought hard to the end and tonight just wasn’t our night,” said Nitchie. Shamrocks’ captain Chad Pounder was

disappointed with the loss but remained optimistic. “We know we have a good team this year. We have a great group of players and the room is positive. We will take our lumps on this loss and learn from it and refocus on next week.” The Shamrocks take on the Kamloops Rattlers Friday at Memorial Arena. The Shamrocks return home Friday June 12 to face the Rattlers. The ‘Rocks will rumble with the Radiers the following night on their second annual Alumni Night. Former Vernon Tigers and Shamrock players of years past will be honoured.

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The Vernon Tolko United brushed back the Kamloops Blaze 2-1 in Thompson Okanagan U14 Girls Rep Soccer League play Sunday at McArthur Island Sports Centre. Danica Ariano scored for Vernon from just outside the 18-yard line in the first half. Kamloops levelled the score just before the end of the first half. Makena Kersey had a nice left-footed shot just miss the net in second half. Emily Thomas had a good battle with Kamloops defender to win a breakaway and register the winner. The United U11B boys team shut down Kelowna United 2-0 and dispatched Shuswap 7-0 Sunday in Revelstoke. Justin Ruscheinsky and Fraser Christensen sharing the shutout in Game 1. Newbie Declan Hardy blasted a shot past the Kelowna keeper in the early minutes. Supported by the hustle of Hayden Murphy, Marcus Erho and Devin Bilodeau, the Tolko crew pressured hard all game. Jonah Violini drilled the ball from midfield to waiting teammate Danny McLennan, who won the battle and supplied the insurance. Vernon was also unstoppable in the afternoon against the Shuswap team with Jonah Kiernan in net fronted by the strong defense of Qui Parker and Roan Reid. The triple ‘D’ front line connected with a laser pass from new teammate Daxton Podollan to Hardy, who followed it through to McLennan for the goal. Parker Munroe scored twice and Hardy racked his second goal of the day. McLennan scored another and then picked up a rebound from Alex Kazimer’s bullet shot for the hattie. McLennan added a late fourth snipe. Vernon U14 boys bowed 3-2 to Revelstoke Avalanche in Saturday action and then blanked Kamloops U14 B’s 3-0. United dominated most of the game versus Revelstoke with Lee Christiansen converting early with a 30-yard corker from the left flank. Ian Oliphant recorded some great saves despite significant body checks by Revelstoke, one bodycheck causing

him to drop the ball with the Avs scoring off the loose ball. A penalty in the box rebounded off the Revelstoke keeper twice before Jacob Bancroft buried the rebound. Michael Lapp enjoyed off a number of good chances to pad Vernon’s lead, but Revelstoke manufactured two goals. In Game 2, Gerrit Van Soest, Jaidyn Gordon-Mason, Chris Mackintosh and Cole Johnson worked together on the right flank to create multiple opportunities. Christiansen registered two early goals, while Ty Ogasawara made a great cross which was headed in by Kristian Newell. The Tolko U12B Team #2 fell 6-1 to Kelowna B Sunday in Kamloops. Michael Hoyland unleashed a strong corner resulting in Josh Vuong tapping in the goal. Keeper Matthew Tambellini was kept busy and performed some amazing saves. United bowed 3-2 to the Penticton Pinnacles in the afternoon game. The Pinnacles opened the offence, but Hoyland quickly answered for Vernon. Keeper Diego Glanz anchored a strong backline. Owen Davis connected on a swift KERRY VANSICKLE PHOTO rebound for the second United goal. The U11 boys blue gained a split against Parker Munroe, left, of Vernon U11B’s, carries the ball versus Kelowna United. two tough Kelowna teams in Revelstoke, losLiam Leibel, Liam Collins and Jared Eddy ruled the back ing 4-2 and winning 3-2. line. Speed and tenacity from Cameron Acob and Aiden Winn Vernon gained the majority of possession in their impressive resulted in many turnovers. victory. New recuits Cash Anderson, Landon Janke and Colby Goal scorers in the win were Janke, with two strikes, and McManaman turned in bold showings. Fantastic goalkeeping by Ben Straight kept the game at 1-1 McManaman, with a long volley. Beautiful ball movement well into the second half. Goals came from two wicked blasts came from Leibel and Anderson. Straight and Collins shared the goalkeeping. from midfielders Alex Jones and Marcus Peterson.

Murphy marvellous as Silver Stars draw RPM 2-2

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Desperate for more playing time, South African transfer Ian Murphy surprised everybody by leaving Bosman Accounting and signing with the Silver Stars after Game 1 of the new season. Murphy has been money for his new club and scored twice as the Stars rallied to gain a 2-2 draw with Kelowna RPM Automotive in Capri Insurance Men’s 45+ Soccer League play Monday night at Marshall Field #3. The Stars (2-2-1) controlled play for the opening 25 minutes but failed to capitalize on their chances. The game turned after an errant Stars’ back pass pulled keeper Ted Lurkins off the line, and despite his lynx-like quickness, he was beaten to the ball which was easily deposited. RPM (3-2-1) went up 2-0 just before half, but the Stars cut the lead in half after a corner from Brian Eso was directed by Gary Baker to Murphy, who hit a first-time rocket from 20 yards bottom corner. The Stars pressed hard for the equalizer with David Howes, who frustrated the RPM midfield all game with his aggressive

play, putting a header off the cross bar. Barry MacKay then found Baker in front of the net and he nodded the ball back to an on-rushing Murphy who buried the equalizer. Sixty-two year old Al Bensmiller, who plays like he’s 52, almost won the game for the Stars after a strong run late in the game ended with a chip shot that cleared the bar by inches. Brown Benefits bounced the Turn-Key Ogopogos 4-1 at Parkinson Rec #9 in Kelowna. The Ogopogos came out flying with lots of early pressure and Bryan Schenker connected with a swift kick after breaking in from a sweet link by Brad Conlin. Tony Gonzales narrowly beat charging keeper Dan Ondzik to a rolling ball before levelling the score. Browns (5-1) came out meaning business in the final 45, earning two controversial penalty kicks, both converted by Don Brown. Roland Riedstra took a gorgeous feed from Duane Dennis and was taken down hard in the box just before shooting. There was no call and while the Pogos debated the play, the Browns keeper booted the ball to breaking forward Lionel Hoffman for

insurance in the 80th minute. Player of the Match for the 2-2-1 Ogopogos was central fullback Clint Dickinson. Brandt’s Creek shaded Bosman 2-1 at Marshall Field #4. Speedy James Cotter put Bosman up midway through the opening half on an assist by Carl McLennan. Lars Martens equalized on a header near the 68th minute. Glen Heagle’s 30-yard shot somehow sailed in five minutes before time was up. Henk Bosman nailed the crossbar minutes before the equalizer. Brandt’s is 2-2-1, Bosman 0-4-1. Steve Reston netted the winner as North Country Appraisals Kickers edged Cantinas 4-3 in a crazy game at Mission #10. It was 3-0 North Country at the break.

Canadians take Midget win over Vancouver Morning Star Staff

The Vernon Canadians dropped three one-run road games in B.C. Midget AAA Baseball League play. The C’s (4-18-1) opened up Sunday with a 4-3 extra-inning victory over the Vancouver Community Mounties (14-6) at Hillcrest Park. Tyler Wellman started and went six innings, striking out two while surrendering three earned runs. Cody Anderson came in during the sixth and pitched the final three innings to record the win. Koichiro Yano went 2-for-5 at the dish, scored a pair of runs and swiped two bags. The C’s missed a chance for a weekend split after dropping the finale 5-4 to the

Mounties in 11-innings. Kyle Ciurka pitched seven innings, striking out four and whacked a game-tying double in the sixth. Depsite two complete games on the mound Saturday, the Canadians opened the weekend with two losses to the Richmond Chuckers (11-5) at Latrace Field. Dylan Emmons whiffed 10 in the opener as the C’s lost 3-2. Later that afternoon, Brayden Damini fanned four Chuckers while Kadyn Thomas went 2-for-4 with a double in a 6-3 loss. The Canadians host the Kamloops Riverdogs tonight at Marshall Field and welcome Cowichan Valley (0-18) Saturday June 6 and Chilliwack (14-5) on Sunday.

Canadians finish .500

The Vernon U13 Canadians opened the Don Breau Tournament with a pair of wins but finished 2-2 in Pitt Meadows on the weekend. Coquitlam Moody proved to be too strong as they dumped the C’s 12-2 in the finale. Ryan Vandesande was game MVP for pitching three solid innings. The Canadians opened the weekend with a 1-0 victory over West Kelowna and a 15-2 drumming of Penticton before losing 12-5 to Cloverdale. Derek Gilowski was MVP in the Penticton game for coming up with the bases juiced and crushing a double to the outfield.

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The South Kam Titans shaded the Seaton Sonics 2-1 in the Okanagan Valley Junior Girls Soccer League playoff final Saturday at DND. The Titans went undefeated on the season, stopping the West No. 2 seeded Valleyview Vikings of Kamloops 3-0 in the semifinals. The No. 2 North Sonics, coached by Shelley Henry, surprised the top-ranked VSS Panthers 2-1 in the other semis. South Kamloops opened the scoring in the 25th minute on a Marie Claire Marshall lob shot. Seaton levelled the score in the 50th minute on a tricky little shot by striker Brooke Berube, who was set up by Kalli Hamilton-Gee after her long sprint down the starboard sidelines. The Titans replied four minutes later on a beautiful arching shot by Marshall which caught the top left corner over keeper Shawna Bradley. Bradley was voted the Most Outstanding Keeper in the six-team playdowns. The Titans stopped the Sonics 4-0 in preliminary play Friday afternoon at MacDonald Park. The Sonics had two great chances in the last minutes, including Mason Christensen, including an in-direct free kick by Christensen after a nasty foul by a Titan. The Sonics got goals from Christensen and Evangeline Koshure in their semifinal victory over VSS. Lailah Akkurt was stellar on defence, while Alyssa Racine was particularly pesky and effective at centre midfield and the speedy Ava Haldane was flying all day long.

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QUEBEC CITY — The Kelowna Rockets grabbed the momentum early and then rolled to 7-3 win over Rimouski Oceanic for their first win of the 2015 Memorial Cup Major Junior A Hockey Tournament Monday night. Nick Merkley, Leon Draisaitl and Gage Quinney scored two goals each as the Rockets evened their record at 1-1, guaranteeing Kelowna at least a spot in Thursday’s tiebreaker. Kelowna face the Oshawa Generals (2-0) tonight (4:30 Pacific). The Rockets roared out to a 3-0 lead before the game was 15 minutes old. Despite a brief pushback by the Quebec champs late in the first period, the Rockets – led by Draisaitl and Merkley – dominated play much of the night and looked a lot more like the team head coach Dan Lambert has come to know. “I thought our best players were our best players,” said Lambert. “They controlled the game like they can, they made a lot of good plays.” The Rockets needed just 52 seconds to get their first lead of the Memorial Cup as Merkley kicked the puck skate to stick to beat Louis-Philip Guindon LISA MAZUREK/MORNING STAR for his second of the tournament. Rimouski dipped to 0-2 in the fourVSS Panthers’ Brianna Falk blocks a kick by Salmon Arm Jewels’ Jenna-lyn Cowie in Okanagan team tournament. Valley Junior Girls Soccer League action at MacDonald Park.

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A few days before his 83rd birthday, on a brilliant shining day, beneath a bright blue sky and a hot sun, David Gilbert Jones died suddenly as the result of an accident at the sernon zacht lub͘ ,e was doing what he loved, on the lake that he loved ʹ ƉoƩering around on his sailboat, Davy Jones’s Rocker. His loving wife Jo, his cherished and respected sons Adam and Craig, his beloved daughter-in-law Amanda and treasured grandchildren Daniel and Sadie celebrate David͛s life ʹ a life of acƟon and service in full measure to his country and to his community. orn in the h<, David grew up in Surrey, and completed his EaƟonal Service in the Secretarial ranch of the Zoyal Air &orce. AŌer a year of reŇecƟon and travel, he decided to enlist, took a commission, and served 20 years in the RAF Regiment, specializing in airĮeld defense Θ Įre-ĮghƟng, and in nuclear, chemical Θ biological ground defense. As a SƋuadron >eader, his Įnal 2-year posƟng in ϭϵϲϵ was as an edžchange oĸcer with Canadian Forces in KƩawa. While there, David and Jo decided to immigrate to Canada, so David took early reƟrement from the RAF, and in ϭϵϳϭ they brought their family to sernon, .C. Knce here, they began puƫng down roots, and David became a respected commercial realtor and Chartered Arbitrator. He put his organizaƟonal skills to good use, becoming WresidentͬChairͬDirectorͬDember of a large number of local and regional organizaƟons. He donated thousands of hours to groups such as the Wowerhouse dheatre, sernon Θ District Arts Council, Social Wlanning Council, KhC Advisory CommiƩee, Werforming Arts Centre Board, Radiological Defence System, Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board, Theatre BC, Okanagan Symphony Choir, Sewage ReducƟon Task Force, Water ConservaƟon CommiƩee, City Tadž EdžempƟon CommiƩee, AbbeyĮeld House, hnited Way and <alamalka Rotary Club. He was also an alderman of the City, a newspaper columnist, and for many years manager of the old Medical Clinic. He was awarded the Eva C. /nnes Award ;Canadian ArbitraƟon /nsƟtuteͿ, the Eric Hamber Trophy ;Theatre B.C.Ϳ and Rotary͛s Waul Harris Medal ;for his work on the establishment of a children͛s orphanage in Cabo San >ucasͿ. He was also working towards a Bachelor͛s Degree through Open Learning. The Powerhouse Theatre was his greatest joy, and he loved making people laugh as he took on many comic roles there. He worked physically hard on many projects, and through the years supervised three major renovaƟons of the Theatre building. He was above all a man of iniƟaƟve and acƟon.

CHURCHES Thrift Shop is having a Silent Auction and Book Sale. Wed. May 27 & Thurs. May 28, 10-6. 461 Beatty Ave. NW. Across the tracks from A&W. SILVER Star Freestyle Ski Club will be holding their Annual General meeting on June 9th, 2015 at 6:30 pm. Located at Alexanders Beach Pub (upstairs room). If you have questions about the board/volunteer roles please contact Cameron Fenn (President@ssfreestyle.com). All are Welcome!

Information APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Penny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism Certificate Program at Langara College in Vancouver. Application deadline May 31, 2015. Email applications to fbula@langara.bc.ca More information available at: www.bccommunitynews.com/ our-programs/scholarship. HIP OR knee replacement? COPD or arthritic conditions? The disability tax credit. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on avg) Apply today!1-844-4535372. IF you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS 250-545-4933 RESTLESS LEG Syndrome & leg cramps? Fast relief in one hour. Sleep at night. Proven for over 32 years. Website: www.allcalm.com Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660. Vernon Learning Disabilities Association Annual General Meeting at People Place, room #006, June 2, 7pm, Guest Speaker Shelly Chvala of NOYFS Teens and ADHA.

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AŌer undergoing two cardiac Ƌuadruple bypass surgeries in ϭ2 hours in 200ϲ, David͛s health remained precarious, but he refused to give in to the many physical challenges he faced; he was determined to “carry on” as usual. He was a doer - he hated being without a project – whether it dealt with something new, or with something old that he could mend and make new. His most recent “job” was as handyman at AbbeyĮeld House, and he was working diligently on a project there to improve communicaƟon between AbbeyĮeld and Vernon Restholm. CremaƟon has taken place, and David͛s ashes will be scaƩered around the signpost at the David Jones Lookout above Ewing͛s Landing. A CelebraƟon of the life and work of this remarkable man will be held at the Powerhouse Theatre at 2pm on Sunday, June ϭϰth. “Do not go gentle into that good night, Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light.” ;Dylan ThomasͿ

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WILSON, MARGARET Margaret was born in Whitewood, Sask on June 3rd, 1920. She lived in a number of places but spent most of her life in British Columbia. Predeceased by her parents, an older sister, a baby brother, her first husband, George Elvish and their only son, Brian and her second husband, Edwin Wilson. She leaves to mourn her passing a much loved chosen son, Andrew Elvish and his wife, Debbie, a brother, Julius (Thelma), one granddaughter, Brandi (Mark), four great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many wonderful friends. A school teacher by profession, the learning ethic never left her. When not at work, you could find her “helping others” or being involved at the community level. “Keeps me young”, she used to say. Prayers will be held Friday, June 5, 2015 at 7:00 pm followed by Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, June 6, 2015 at 10:00 am from Holy Child Catholic Church, 14010 Rosedale Avenue, Summerland, BC with Brother Gerald Craig Celebrant. Interment to follow at the Canyon View Cemetery in Summerland, BC Condolences may be sent to the family through www.providencefuneralhomes.com. 250-494-7752

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(Mary) Helene Hatten March 21, 1910 – May 20, 2015

Helene passed away peacefully in her home after a long and amazing life of 105 years. She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her 8 surviving children Marion Woods, Jim, Joan Davidson, Sheila, Allen, Norine Badertscher, Shirley Pretty, Sharon and their families. She was predeceased by husband Jim (the Rawleigh man), daughters Eleanor and Carolynn. Grandma had 19 grandkids, 24 great grandkids and 6 great, great grandkids. Helene lived in the Vernon area since 1947. First in Coldstream and then moved into Vernon in the fall of 1950. She was always very active in the community selling hockey programs at the civic arena, selling her famous baked goods at the fall fairs, supporting the Women’s Institute as a life member, and working at the Canadian Mental Health thrift store for 40 years. She served her community well. The family wishes to Thank Dr. Murphy, the WE Care ladies and Interior Health team 3 for all the kind and loving support they have shown Mother over the past several years! Bouquets to you all! A very special bouquet goes to mom’s amazing companion of the last almost 6 years – Celia, giving mom the opportunity to stay in her own home. A memorial tea will be held at the Coldstream WI Hall on Kalamalka Lake Road, on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at 1:30 pm. Please bring your memories to share at the open mic to celebrate Helene’s life. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to BC Children`s Hospital or charity of your choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vernon Funeral Home, Phone: 250 542 0155. Condolences may be offered at www.vernonfuneralhome.com

Alfred William “Bill” Burby

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John “Noel” Lemay on April 7, 2015 in Calgary, AB.

He will be sadly missed by his loving family: son, Joel; daughters Sara-Lee (Luke) and Amanda (Brandon); grandchildren Aiden, Levi, Jaxon, Karson, Jordynn, Makaylee; a long time friend and mother of his children, Laura-Lee Grassie; brother, William (Trish) and sister, Lana. A casual gathering will be held on May 31, 2015 at 1 pm at the OAP Hall on 1765 Glencaird St., Lumby, BC.

Edward Lucas We regret to announce the passing of Edward Pierre David Lucas on May 18, 2015. Ed was born in Golden, BC on August 23, 1955. Ed was predeceased by his sister Delores and is survived by parents Ed and Bessy Lucas, sister Bertha (Kevin) Zdanovich, wife Jo-Ann Todd, children Coretta and Clayton (Jacquelyn), grandchildren Dylan, Kyra, Ashleigh, Todd, Loren, and Ben. Ed retired from BC Hydro where he worked as an electrician at Mica Dam for 34 years. He will be sadly missed by his many family and friends. A celebration of life will be held at Ed’s house on June 6, 2015 starting at 1:00 PM. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vernon Funeral Home, Phone: 250 542 0155. Condolences may be offered at www.vernonfuneralhome.com

1928 - 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bill on May 20, 2015 in Armstrong, BC after a long struggle with dementia. Bill was born November 12, 1928 in Calgary, AB. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Lily (Rumen) of Armstrong, BC; brothers: John, Brian (Barbara); sisters: Margret Swanson, Joan Maryfield, Renee Bricker; and Janice (Dave) Gross of Victoria, BC; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Leo and Mary Burby. Bill was a member of the Pioneer Power Club at O’Keefe Ranch and later a member of the Shuswap Pioneer Club in Salmon Arm. He was a millwright, working first for Canada Packers and then branching off on his own. He loved the restoration of “Rusty Iron” and could fix anything as millwrights often do! Bill and Lily were married in Okotoks, AB in 1966. He was a loving father, husband, brother, and friend. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.MyAlternatives.ca Cremation arrangements entrusted to ALTERNATIVES FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES® Armstrong 250-546-7237 & Vernon 250-558-0866

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LeRoy Edwin Peterson December 12, 1924 – May 21, 2015

LeRoy Edwin Peterson, a loving father, brother, uncle, great uncle, greatgreat uncle and friend passed away peacefully on May 21, 2015, at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. LeRoy was born in South Vancouver, but shortly after moved to the family farm in south Langley where they were one of the pioneer families in the area. LeRoy remained on the family dairy farm with wife Elaine and daughters Carole and Marlene, supplementing his income with logging, contract haying, truck driving and numerous other jobs. The family farm is now part of the Campbell River Regional Park. LeRoy then moved to the Walnut Grove area for a number of years until the subdivisions started to close in. In 1990, LeRoy with wife Norma moved to Vernon where he resided until his passing. LeRoy was predeceased by his sister Esther, his brother Ralph, first wife Elaine in 1968 and second wife Norma in 2008. He is survived by daughters Carole Peterson and Marlene Mills; sisters Frances Engvik and Elvira Sundstrom and many nieces and nephews. A large part of LeRoy’s life in Vernon revolved around his social/volunteer efforts with community groups and helping out family and friends on all kinds of tasks. He was a long time volunteer for the Vernon Winter Carnival, North Okanagan Wood Carvers, Vernon Poultry and Pigeon club at the Armstrong Fall Fair (IPE), Vernon Collectors Club and the Vernon Outdoors Club. In 2006 he was the recipient of the Jopal Award for his work with the Winter Carnival. At other times he was out cutting firewood for friends, collecting Christmas trees, picking fruit for family and friends from Vernon to Falkland to Langley and beyond up until last year. His wood carvings are enjoyed by many and he assisted in carving scrollwork for a Viking Ship on display at the Scandinavian Centre in Burnaby. He was always there to lend a hand as needed. LeRoy enjoyed traveling, many times to Minot, North Dakota for the annual Norwegian Festival, plus trips to Sweden and throughout North America. He had a particular interest in curling and attended a number of major events both locally and in Europe. At other times you would see him following the daily happenings and mishaps with his beloved Toronto Blue Jays. A remembrance tea will be held at the Schubert Center, 3505 - 30th Avenue, in Vernon on May 29, 2015 from 2 pm to 4:30 pm for family and friends to remember a true friend. A graveside service will be held in Langley in late June for family and friends to say their goodbyes at the Langley Lawn cemetery on 208th Street. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice if you so desire. Many thanks, to all the friends and relatives that helped out these last few months, and the friends from his coffee groups. A special thank you to Fay Benedict, for her support to the family, and to the doctors and nurses at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital that kept him comfortable in his last few days.

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Drivers/Courier/ Trucking US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

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COASTAL Logging Company looking for an experienced grapple yarder operator. Town job with the possibility of a labour contract to the right individual. Email resume to northviewtimber@shaw.ca Commercial Service Person needed for local trucking company, Must have some experience and be mechanically inclined. Must be physically fit and reliable with own transportation. Wages based on experience. Please fax resume to 250-546-0600 or by e-mail to: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Commercial Tire Person needed for local trucking company, Must have some experience and be available immediately. Must be physically fit and reliable with own transportation. Wages based on experience. Please fax resume to 250-546-0600 or by e-mail to: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE


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Housekeeper do to all cleaning & laundry, 1 day per week. Send resume to Box 2 c/o Morning Star 4407-25 Ave, Vernon BC V1T 1P5

Little Seedlings Daycare Ltd, is looking for a ECE or an ECE Assistant to join our team. Please call Jennifer at 250-546-3600.

Orchard workers needed Sept 5-Oct 30th. $10.49/hour, 7 days a week. Apply at Dukhia Farms. 6308-Applelane, Vernon B.C.

SEAMSTRESS. Industrial sewing machine. Armstrong business. Some hand sewing. Must work efficiently $12.50/hr to start. Diane 250-546-2860

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Position available immediately at Wiggle Waggle Pet Hotel. Drop off Resume 7432 Pleasant Valley Rd, Vernon. No phone calls or emails. Ask for Mary or Lyle.

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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK The North Okanagan-Shuswap School District No. 83 invites qualified individuals to apply for the Accounts Payable Clerk position. This is a full time CUPE union position and the rate of pay is $19.94 per hour. Qualifications: • Completion of Grade 12 plus six months post secondary courses in business education including Business Accounting 111/121. • Six months’ recent Accounts Payable experience in a similar position with a high volume of transactions. • Demonstrated ability with Accounts Payable software in a computerized environment (Harris SDS Software preferred). For further details on duties, responsibilities and other qualifications, please visit the Make a Future website at www.makeafuture.ca. Please submit a cover letter, resume and supporting documentation to apply@sd83.bc.ca by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2015. We thank all applications for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

P/T Dental Hygienist Required We are seeking for a Part time Dental Hygienist to work in our busy little practice. Must be professional with excellent communication skills and exceptional patient care. Ability to present and educate our patients on a periodontal program is also a requirement. This is a permanent Part time position. We look forward to hearing from you. Drop off resume to Aberdeen Dental @ 102 3401, 33rd St, Vernon B.C.

Sparkling Hill is looking to hire the following team members: • Dishwasher • Morning Cook and Chef de Partie • Sous Chef

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ExecChef@sparklinghill.com The Vernon Veterinary Clinic is looking for a full time Registered VETERINARY TECHNICIAN to join our fabulous team. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated team player who possesses great organizational and interpersonal skills. We are a fast paced modern, growing, four doctor practice with digital x-ray, in-house diagnostic equipment, laser therapy, ultrasound and a warm and inviting crew. We offer staff discounts, uniform & CE allowance, competitive wages and the beautiful sunny Okanagan. Please send resumes to vernonvets@shaw.ca or fax: 250-542-1772 Attention: Annette Farkas

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Experienced DENTAL RECEPTIONIST required for Vernon Endodontic Specialty Clinic. Position available 14 July. Please submit your resume to endospec@telus.net or drop off at 3018 30 Avenue, Vernon.

Join our Creative Service team The Vernon Morning Star is looking for a very creative graphic designer to join our creative team. The successful individual will be responsible for the assembly and output of advertisements for our various projects. Are you proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator in a Mac environment. Web design would be a benefit. We are looking for a well organized CREATIVE TEAM PLAYER to join our newspaper. The successful candidate will have strong design skills. Quick and accurate typing with a keen eye for detail. This candidate should also be knowledgable in pagination and page layout. If you can handle working in a high pressure situation and still want to have fun, then you are right for our team. Interested applicants may apply by letter, fax or email to: Vernon Morning Star c/o Michelle Snelgrove, Production Manager 4407 - 25th Ave. Vernon, BC V1T 1P5 Fax: (250) 558-3468 Email: stationa@vernonmorningstar.com Closing date: June 5, 2015

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SweetWater Springs requires full time Delivery Driver for the Vernon and Salmon Arm area. Monday to Friday, $15-$17/hr to to start, plus bonus after probation. Physically fit, clean drivers abstract, computer skills, and exemplary customer service skills required. Will be required to pass drug and abilities test. Email resume to hrm@sweetwatersprings.ca We require an individual to maintain our fleet of trailers in the Armstrong Area. The successful candidate must have some mechanical knowledge of trailers and be physically fit. The right individual must be able to work under little supervision, in an outdoor setting year round. Must have their own reliable transportation to and from work. This position is from Monday to Friday no weekends. Please fax or email resumes to: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com or 250-546-0600, only those selected will be contacted, no walk in please.

Medical/Dental CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT WANTED Vernon Dental Center (Dr. Anthony Berdan) is immediately seeking CDA for office in beautiful downtown Vernon. Position is 4-5 days a week. New grads welcome! Please email, fax or apply with resume to our office. Fax (250) 542-0723. Email drberdan@gmail.com. CLIENT Care Scheduling Coordinator for We Care Home Health Services Penticton. Apply at www.wecare.ca.

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Great West Equipment is seeking a qualified Administrative Assistant in the Finance department. The successful candidate will be proficient with Adobe and MS Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) and will possess effective written and verbal communication skills. We welcome highly organized and motivated applicants to submit a cover letter and resume to rrintoul@gwequipment.com

CONVEYANCER Must have experience in completing residential and commercial deals from start to finish. Demonstrate strong communication skills, be very detail orientated and must be highly organized. Knowledge with E-Filing through BC Online and experience with econveyance would be an asset.

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF S.D. NO 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap) The Board of Education of School District No. 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap) is inviting applications for Aboriginal Education Workers’. This is a Union position; rate of pay is $22.54 per hour. Qualifications: • Grade 12 or the equivalent plus 6 months post secondary in human or social service coursework or equivalent. • One (1) year of direct experience with Aboriginal students and families in the education or recreational environment. • Cultural awareness of the First Nations and Aboriginal community. • Working knowledge of computers and the ability to organize and maintain record keeping. For details on qualifications, responsibilities and duties, please visit “Make a Future” to see full job description at www.makeafuture.ca. Please submit your resume with full supporting documents (Proof of qualifications must accompany application), including three professional and three personal references to apply@sd83.bc.ca by 12:00 p.m. on June 5, 2015 or Fax No. (250) 832-3751

Nixon Wenger is one of the largest, fastest growing law firms outside of Greater Vancouver. We are a full service law firm currently with 23 lawyers and over 50 support staff. We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team in the areas of conveyancing and legal assistants. Please view a detailed job description of each position on our website, www.nixonwenger.com.

SENIOR LEGAL ASSISTANT CONTENT/CLEANING TECH Position requirements: • Able to pay attention to detail • Comfortable with heavy lifting • Bondable • Valid Drivers License and Good Drivers Abstract • Follow direction and instruction easily • Be available for overtime & on-call hours when necessary • Work well alone as well as in a team Competitive wages and benefits package provided. Please fax your resume to 250-542-5814 or email kellym@okrestore.com and refer to the position you are applying for. We thank all that apply but only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Working in our Solicitors Department, the ideal application will have minimum 3 years experience as a legal assistant/paralegal. This fast pace, deadline driven position, requires someone who is highly organized, detail orientated and able to prioritize.

LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT Working in our Litigation Department, the ideal applicant will have experience as a legal assistant. Strong administrative skills are required as well as a drive to provide exceptional customer service while working with 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 these positions and we invite qualified applicants to submit your resumes to humanresources@nixonwenger.com by 4:00pm Friday, June 19th, 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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We are looking to add a Salesperson to work from our Vernon office responsible for serving the Vernon Residential and Commercial security needs. We are after a salesperson experienced in getting out there and hunting for business, networking and building relationships - security experience is not necessary even though a definite asset. We’ll train you and support you with everything you’ll need for success in our industry. Compensation package includes base salary, commissions, bonus program, a lucrative quick start program, group benefits, RRSP matching and more. Please send your resume and cover letter to Sue.Collins@PricesAlarms.ca and we’ll be in touch with you to discuss a career in sales with Price’s Alarms. www.PricesAlarms.ca

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Consider being an independent carrier. Earn extra dollars three times a week delivering our award-winning newspaper to homes in your neighbourhood. Students and Adults both welcome. ALL ROUTES AVAILABLE NOW UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED

EAST HILL RT 80 - 21 Ave & 18 St • 87 papers RT 84 - 30 Ave & 11 St • 68 papers RT 99 - 30 Ave & 22 St • 65 papers LAVINGTON RT 215 - Aberdeen & Venables • 94 papers MISSION HILL RT 15 - 15 Ave & 37 St • 89 papers RT 18 - 16 Ave & 34 St • 85 papers RT 71 - 20 Ave & 36 St • 81 papers OKANAGAN LANDING RT 424 - OK Ldg Rd - Brooks Lane • 124 papers

Contact Circulation • 250-550-7901

Rubbish Removal *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449

Pets & Livestock

Pets Shampooches Pet Grooming 4311 25th Ave, Vernon. Call for information 250-275-1385 Springer Spaniel Cross Lab male puppies. Avail May 20th. $350. 250-579-1831.

Merchandise for Sale

Heavy Duty Machinery A-CHEAP, LOWEST PRICES STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers Used 20’40’45’53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. 40’ containers as low as $2,200. Also JD 544 & 644 wheel Loaders & 20,000 lb CAT forklift. Ph Toll free 24 hours 1866-528-7108 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

Medical Supplies Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240

Misc. for Sale

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COLDSTREAM RT 214 - West Kal Rd • 52 papers RT 218 - Kalamalka & Aberdeen • 109 papers RT 202 - Lochhaven Dr & Priest Valley Dr • 55 papers RT 203 - Palfrey Drive & Priest Valley Dr • 65 papers RT 204 - Coldstream Creek Rd & Hillside Dr • 63 papers RT 207 - Kalamalka Rd & Creek Dr • 51 papers RT 234 - Torrent Dr & Cottonwood Ln • 56 papers RT 235 - Mt Bulman Dr & Mt Bulman Pl • 148 papers RT 240 - Middleton Way & Mt Moberley • 157 papers

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

50 Gallons of paint $100, various colors, no whites, interior & exterior. Must take all 250549-0115 Bionaire BOF2001-CN oil filled digital radiator $35; Kenmore 10,000BTU Window A/C $75; Kenmore 10,000BTU Portable A/C $125.; (250)545-5209 Dodge running boards, 5th wheel hitch, air nailers and tools. 250-833-2092.

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BELLA VISTA RT 129 - 27 Ave & 35 St • 82 papers BX RT 34 - 45 Ave & 28 St • 83 papers RT 36 - 43 Ave & 27 St • 120 papers RT 41 - 39 Ave & 13 St • 93 papers RT 44 - 44 Ave & 41 Ave • 70 papers RT 113 - 40 Ave & 20 St • 79 papers

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Feed & Hay

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(1) 250-899-3163

3 Rooms For $299

1st cut Alfalfa hay, no rain, big squares, $120/bale. Straw for sale, $60/bale. Also Bark Mulch. 1-250-804-6720

U1ST MOVING 2 men $90/hr. Local and long distance. Call 250-859-8362.

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For Sale: Yakima Skybox Pro 12 Silver and Yakima Highroller Upright bike racks. Yakima roof rack that fits factory roof racks. Locking cores and key match locks on bike racks, box and roof rack. Box and bike purchased new in 2009. Roof rack a couple of years older. Excellent condition. Rarely used and stored under cover. $900 OBO. Located in Nelson 250-354-7471 Hardy Water Lilies. Various colours. Fertilized in 1 gallon pots, ready for your pond. $10 each or 3 for $25. Call 250-545-9642. SAWMILLS FROM only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSaw mills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT. WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240

Misc. Wanted CASH Paid for 10K-24K jewelry, old coins & $5 coins & higher. Todd - 250-864-3521 Private Coin Collector Buying Collections, Olympic Coins, Silver, Gold, Jewelry, Estates Chad: 250-863-3082 in town. PURCHASING scrap gold & old Canadian & American coin collections. 250-548-3670 WANTED: 9X24 TRACTOR TIRE, (250)379-2321 or leave message. Wanted: Kash for copper/ brass- radiators, wire, plumbing. Also clean up yards/metal haul away. 250-546-3556


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$559.10

Terry’s Painting

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WINDOWS & DOORS

STUCCO

STUMP GRINDING

PEOPLES CHOICE

• WINDOWS • DOORS • FOLDING WALLS • • INSTALLATIONS • Renovation Specialists

CARWAY STUCCO

STUMP GRINDING & REMOVAL

CONCRETE WORK

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

Driveways, Retaining walls, Patios, Decks, Sidewalks & steps FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

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250-545-6251 24/7 • In Vernon since 1973

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Acreage for Sale

Recreational

Wanted: Stainless Steel Electric Range. Call 250-260-6002

Wanted: Your unwanted property and home. 2 -80 acres, any cond., Please forward property description and assessed value. 250-260-0217 prairieequip@telus.net

LEASE to own cottage at La Casa with substantial down payment. Creative financing avail. 2bdrm +den, slate & hrdwd, 2bth, 20’ enclosed garage, lots of strge, AC, ug irrigation, 24’ sundeck, WD, SS appls. $269,900. Call 250-8780076

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250-550-7900

Iron Man Mountain Bike, 21 speed, excellent condition $100. 250-549-3293

For Sale By Owner

Rentals

Hand crafted cedar log cabin, dismantled. 18’x18’. $7,000. 250-838-7621.

Apt/Condo for Rent

PURPLE HORIZON ROOFING Specializing in re-roofing.

Apt/Condo for Rent royallepagevernon.com PROPERTY MANAGER REALTORÂŽ

Bachelor suite all utilities included. Shared washroom, cooking unit. $500 We have qualified potential tenants looking for homes. We would like to manage your rental. Please call for details.

ANTIQUE • ESTATE • COLLECTIBLES

Commercial/ Industrial

Commercial/ Industrial

ACTING ON THE INSTRUCTIONS OF THE EXECUTORS, DODD’S WILL AUCTION A LARGE SELECTION OF ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES. PARTIAL LIST INCLUDES: Dining Table & Chair Sets, China Cabinets, Sideboards, Mirrored Dressers, Chest of Drawers, Wardrobe, Bed Frames, Upholstered Chairs, Corner Cabinet, Rocking Chairs, Hand-knotted Persian Carpets, Table & Floor Lamps, Trunks, Framed Paintings & Prints, Clocks, Toys, China & Crystal, Glassware, Occasional Tables, Mirrors, Instruments, Bottles, Scales, Fan, Records, Crocks, Sewing Machine, Wood Stove, Beaded Moccasins & More.

LOTS OF GOLD & DIAMOND RINGS, EARRINGS & MORE, SOME WITH APPRAISALS UP TO $2700. STERLING SILVER TEA SERVICE, STERLING CUTLERY SET, COINS, WATCHES & MORE FURNITURE, APPLIANCES & TOOLS: Stainless Fridge, Upright Freezer, New BBQ, Recliner, Love Seats, Exercise Equipment, Air Conditioner, Dishwasher, Gas Pressure Washer, Air Compressor, Sanders, Air Tools, Large Wrenches, Gas Leaf Blowers & Trimmers, Bench Grinders, Shop Vac, Pump Hose, Spotting Scope, Binoculars, Knives, Pellet Gun, Jacks, Patio Furniture, Bolt Bins, Tires & Wheels, Lawn Mowers, Patio Swing Plus Much Much More.

www.doddsauction.com

Viewing all day Wednesday at 3311-28 th Avenue in Vernon Open for consignments: Mon - Fri 8:30 to 5:00 • Sat ‘til noon

DODDS AUCTION

250-545-3259

Thor Chinchilla 250.309.1742

OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE 1000 sq. ft. to 4200 sq. ft. of premium office space in a modern building. Excellent quality leaseholds including: Boardroom, finished perimeter offices with ample natural lighting, open layout for cubicles (which can be finished into interior offices). Wide hallways, tile floors, glass doors, large common area washrooms. Centrally located in business / shopping district, public transportation nearby. Parking: Onsite stalls plus 150 stalls on adjacent lot.

Call (250) 862 7785 or email: stafford@devcobc.com

SENIORS DISCOUNTS

www.ArborCare.com • BCTrees@ArborCare.com

250-306-0049

AUCTION

s Dodd Dodd s WEDNESDAY, MAY 27 • 6:00 P.M.

250-542-7525

Fiberglass Shingles • Metal • Torch-on Call Dan for a FREE ESTIMATE!

Adult oriented,1bdrm hospital area. In-suite laundry, fire place, jetted tub, Wheel chair access. u/g prkg. Guest suite. cat friendly. 250-306-3939 Bachelor/studio avail. Clean & bright, in quiet well managed adult building, bus route, heat, h/w, cable, locker/pkg., HAD video security, n/s n/p. Starting at $575. 3900-24 Ave. 250550-4069

Auctions

• DEEP ROOT FERTILIZING • TREE REMOVAL & STUMP GRINDING • TREE PRUNING, SHRUBS & HEDGING • SNOW DAMAGE REPAIRS

ROOFING

1bdrm close to rec centre. N/P, N/S. $650-$700. + hydro. (250)307-4948 1bdrm & den, on-site laundry, central loc, n/s, n/p, n/parties $660.+hydro (250)545-9885 2bdrm 2ba f/s, d/w, w/d, gas fireplace $1,100/mo, July 1, 250-275-3390 evenings 2 bdrm apt in older bldg, downtown location, clean & bright, f/s, heat & hot water incl., no pets, no smoking. $750. 250-308-8500.

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $140,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: Spectacular 3 acre parcel owner financing. 250-558-7888

SPRING TREE SERVICES

250-545-8294

OWNERS OF RENTAL PROPERTIES:

Sporting Goods

TREE SERVICES

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Salvage Removal Vehicles Metals

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Auctions

Tanner 250-306-0785

ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING INCOME TAX SERVICE E-FILE

VALLEY SCRAPPERS

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RUGER 10/22’s at the Best Little Gun Shop Around. Quality Firearms Buy & Sell. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths 4-1691 Powick Rd., Kelowna 250-762-7575 Tue-Sat 10-6 facebook.com/WeberMarkin

Call for your free quote today!

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Wanted: We Buy, Sell & Trade Canadian, US & World Coins, Gold & Silver Bullion, Placer & Scrap Gold. Simon’s Coins, 2906-32nd St. 250-3081522. We accept debit, visa,master card.

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250-550-7900 if you have any questions

Serving the Okanagan

New Construction, Re-stucco & Repairs 25 + years Experience

Apt/Condo for Rent VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 - 35th Street, Vernon

MATURE ADULT(S)

2 bdrm, 2 baths, underground Parking, FS, DW, FP, 2 laundry HU, jetted tub, near hospital, storage, guest suite, could take one cat.

Apt/Condo for Rent

Cottages / Cabins

DELUXE 2 Bed 2 Bath (no stairs to secure UG parking) new wood floors, F/P, Storage, Guest suite, $1075 incl heat. ALSO: Large bright corner 2 Bdrm + Office $795. Large sundecks. Mature Residents, Ask about long term discount, NS NP(cat?) 250-309-2000

Vacation Rustic Retreat (weekly), private 300 ft lakefront, dock at waters edge, West Side Okanagan Lake. Full service cottage sleeps 4. (250)938-1101

Available Immediately. Sorry NS.

$915/mo.

1 year lease

LAKEVIEW PLACE

Corner, 2 bdrm, 2 baths, FS, DW, AC. New paint, new carpets, good view back to the city and Silver Star. On bus route, adult oriented. Available immediately.

$800/mo.

LAVINGTON FAMILY Spacious 3 bdrm, upstairs of house. FS, DW, Laundry HU. Huge deck & carport, across from pool and park.

$1100/mo + water

Available July 1. Sorry NS, NP. Long term desired.

250-542-5580

Commercial/ Industrial VERNON MANAGEMENT LTD. 2805 - 35th Street, Vernon

OFFICE

2nd floor above Vernon Optical. Good location, elevator. Newer, neat & clean, already divided into offices. 1200 sq. ft., private washrooms, parking for staff and customers. $1,000/mo. plus triple net. Available April 1.

250-542-5580

HILLSIDE TERRACE 39th Ave, adult oriented, clean & well maintained; 1 bedroom +Den, No Smoking, No Pets. $730. 250-545-5773

DOWNTOWN Vernon Office 1600 ft, Parking, Util. and Prop. tax Inc. $1800/m 250549-1488

Apt/Condo for Rent

Apt/Condo for Rent

Townhouses

Brookside Garden Rentals Family Oriented Complex Units have been freshly painted, new flooring and carpets. Three bedroom, 1.5 baths, full basement, near hospital and downtown area. Very close to bus routes and short walk to “Wholesale Clubâ€?. Serious inquires call ‌

250-549-4467

Homes for Rent Calavista Drive, close to beach and park. Large 2 bedroom renovated older home on ½ acre fenced lot. Must have good references and willing to look after yard.

$1,175 plus util. Available mid June.

250-308-7134 2/3 bdrm mobile, lakeview, beach access, Westside Rd., Avail immed.F/S. #49 Louie Lane 250-542-0060 3bdrm 1.5ba $1,100 util. includ. no dogs, ava now. 1-250707-0604 & 1-250-801-1060

Shared Accommodation 1bdrm, D.T. $475 incl.util. furniture, cable. N/P, N/S. 250-549-0644 Large bed sitting room, Kin Beach area, good bus service, Senior, male/female over 65. 250-549-7219

Suites, Lower EastHill rare vac., adult oriented, large bright 1bdrm, lvl entry, pvt entr., prkg, $725 incl util, n/s, n/p, RR 250-938-1101

Want to Rent 1-2 bdrm apt or basement suite, near bus stop, close to shops. Between $600-700/mo util included. 1- 250-861-1031


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Transportation

Want to Rent

Motorcycles

Boats

Do you need a reliable & trustworthy tenant who is handy at upkeep & maintenance? I have 23 yrs exp. with one landlord & have exce. refer. I need a 2-3 bdrm, pet friendly house w/yard in Vernon. N/s, $1000-1100/mo & ready to move by July 1. 250-542-3634 or ll.watson@shaw.ca

1998 Gold Wing GL 1500 50th Anniversary Canadian Edition Special Edition Loaded! Heat and foot heat. Too many great features to list. 2tone cherry paint, intercom, helmets, trailer hitch New battery, tires & brakes. 97,000 Babied kms $7900.obo 250-309-9673

Rentals

Transportation

Auto Accessories/Parts RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty. 250-542-2685. WRECKING GM, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, FWD CARS, Since 1994. All parts on the shelf. Armstrong. 2 5 0 - 5 4 6 - 9 0 5 5 . www.anchorusedautoparts.net

Cars - Domestic 2005 Buick Century, auto, 145,000kms, premium cond., $3500 obo 250-838-0600

Cars - Sports & Imports 2006 Honda Civic Hybird - 153,000 km. $6,000.00

(250) 547-9642 (250) 540-3838 2000 Mazda Protege ES Sedan,216,973kms, standard, red, FWD, runs smoothly, well maintained, new front brake pads, rotors,winters and summers incl. $2500. obo. 250-546-0366. 2002 Honda S2000 Convertible, pearl black, red leather, full load, original rare find. 84,000k’s, winter stored, 1 owner for 12 yrs. $23,900. 250-545-0840

Commercial Vehicles 1980 GMS dump truck, 1 ton dually,dump box 7x10x 2 1/2,propane, runs good. $1400. obo. 250-545-1235.

Legal Notices “By virtue of Elephant Storage Centre, it intends to dispose of the personal effects of the following individuals for the amounts stated David Mark Rusch $809.05, Kathryn Crowder $636.85, Chris Delisle $301.35 & Geoff Farnell $477.75 The chattels may be viewed at 6136 Okanagan Avenue 14 days from this date. All written bids may be submitted to Elephant Storage Centre, 549-2255. To be notified of our next auction please sign up at elephantstoragecentre.com�

Off Road Vehicles Insurance Agencies Group

ATV REGISTRATION SPECIALISTS

Adult

250-545-5311 3923 - 32 Street, Vernon

Recreational/Sale 2005 Corsair 27’ fifth wheel trailer, large slide, tv, air, stove/oven, full size queen bed, slide-out pantry, immaculate, one owner unit. $18,500 250-546-0391 Large Camper fits one ton dully, 10w-extend cab over, full queen bed, f/s, 3-piece bath, new furnace, delivery avail. 250-558-4909 RV Membership Holiday Park Winfield, BC, $1,000 obo. 250542-6198 or 250 -540-8415

Scrap Car Removal #11AAA Automotive recycling will meet or beat all competitors cash offers for your scrap vehicles. (250)808-1894 #1AA Auto Recycler’s. Scrap Cars/Metal. Will pay for some cars. Scott 1-250-558-8855 #1Summit Auto Recycling, free pickup for unwanted vehicles, cash for some. Call 778-212-8726

Trucks & Vans

1980 Chevy Short Box Stepside 4spd manual transmission,350, 4 barrel carb, recently rebuilt, 8000lb Warn winch, custom built bumper, 33� tires - 80% left. Runs good, very good shape. $5000 OBO Phone: 250-864-6998

2013 V-Strom 650cc, Adventure model, extra options, 30,000k, $8,000 250-550-8880

1998 Olds Mobile Van, 6cyl auto, a/c, runs well, great shape $900.obo 250-540-3919 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, auto,166K, exc.cond, all power options $3700. 250-938-6953

Recreational/Sale

Recreational/Sale

Motorcycles

Legal

FOR SALE

ASKING

$32,500

Escorts MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95., Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048

www.one4yacht.com

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Legal Notices Anyone who is owed money by Terry Edward James Yonkers has 30 days to do so. Mail claims to: Culos & Co Law Corp, 3006-32 Ave, Vernon, B.C.

SOOO SEXY SANDY 38D, 29,34. Let’s Play 250-878-1514 Vernon’s Gentleman’s Lesuire. In/out, Beautiful attendants. Hiring. 778-363-1074

Legal Notices

Legal Notices

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On June 29, 2014, near 25th Avenue and 34th Street, Vernon, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Vernon RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $800 CAD, on or about 14:30 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada (CDSA). Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-2664, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute

is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Roy Denis, Deceased, who died on the 13th day of May, 2014, are hereby required to send particulars thereof to the Administrator named hereunder at PO Box 9, 2001 Miller Street, Lumby, BC V0E 2G0 on or before July 10, 2015, after which date the Administrator will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which the Administrator then has notice. Olena Bramble, Administrator

2008 CYCLONE 5TH WHEEL TOY HAULER 2 slide-outs, 10 ft. garage for motorcycles or ATV’s. 5500 Onan gas generator - 2 - 30 lb propane tanks, stereo system and flat screen TV. Sleeps up to 8 people. EXCELLENT CONDITION. Phone 250-549-0661

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recently participated in a meeting of the standing committee on finance which is studying the financing of terrorism. Prior to being a part of this study, I had many questions that I am certain most of you have asked. Questions such as, “Where do these terrorists get their money to buy guns and armaments?” and, “Why can’t governments stop the flow of money to these terrorist groups?” Well, the very informed witnesses attending the committee meeting answered many of those questions. Professor Bill Tupman, from the U.K., told the comColin Mayes mittee how oil from sites controlled by ISIS is flowing through Turkey to the Black Sea, where a process of paper-juggling allows the oil to enter the European market with no determination of the oil’s place of origin. This brings in as much as $1 million a day to fund the so-called Islamic State’s aggression. Professor Christian Leuprecht, of Canada’s Royal Military College, informed the committee that one of the most effective vehicles for both money laundering and financing of terrorist rings is cigarettes. In 2013, 16 people around New York City were arrested in operation Tobacco Road. It is estimated that this illegal operation alone raised $22 million to finance Hezbollah and other terrorist operations while costing the city of New York $80 million. Various Middle East countries are also funding terrorist groups directly which is very troubling. Tracking money is also difficult in the age of Internet. People in the U.S. and Canada can simply go on PayPal and donate $1,000 to groups such as ISIS and there is next to no way to trace donors. These are the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies. One of the witnesses at the finance committee recommended that the RCMP establish a branch solely focused on forensic auditing to trace money leaving Canada as well as the identifying the sources of funding. I agree with this recommendation. If the global community doesn’t stop the flow of money to terrorist groups, they will be able to buy more sophisticated weapons and this will only increase the threat to free western democracies. One thing for certain is that our allies should endeavor to purchase their oil from countries that are friends, and not enemies, of freedom. Colin Mayes is MP for Okanagan-Shuswap.

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2014 RBC Cup

Community Legacy These three groups helped run the 50/50 lotteries during the tournament and they each received $9,206.67, which was 1/3 of the net proceeds of the 50/50 lottery. They each also received a minimum additional $5,000.00 from the 2014 RBC Cup’s net profits.

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Vernon Boys & Girls Club director Kirstie Blanleil (C) receives legacy funds from RBC Tournament Committee members Betty Chan Klepp and Don Klepp.

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RBC Tournament Committee members Don Klepp (L) and Betty Chan Klepp present legacy funds to Kara Blazek and Michelle McCrae of the Greater Vernon Minor Hockey Association.

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RBC Tournament Committee members Betty Chan Klepp (L) and Don Klepp present legacy funds to Greater Vernon KidSport representatives Shayne Wright and Ann Holmes.

Other Legacies • Approximately $8,600 worth of digital two-way radios and an accompanying service package, which was donated by Kenwood and VMR Communications, was given to Kal Tire Place and the Vipers for use at hockey games and other events.

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ENVIRONMENT WEEK 2015 June 1 – 6

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Ashlea Pelling (left), financial advisor with Scotiabank, donates $5,000 to Stan Eaman and Vera Issac, (Jessica’s parents) along with Allison Rankin, towards the Jessica Eaman Ski Scholarship fund (JESS4Kids). The JESS4Kids ski program provides nordic ski opportunities to children and youth in the North Okanagan in memory of Jessica Eaman. This year’s total funds raised was more than $11,000.00.

MONDAY, JUNE 1 Biodiversity Day Visit the Allan Brooks Nature Centre to learn more about the plants and animals that call the North Okanagan home!

TUESDAY, JUNE 2 Water Awareness Day Visit the Xerindipity Garden in Polson Park from 7:00 pm 8 :00 pm to learn about waterwise gardening, including how to use an automatic irrigation timer and choosing plants that are beautiful and low maintenance.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 4 Sustainability at the Market Visit the education station at the Vernon Farmers’ Market (Kal Tire Place 3445 43 AVE) from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm to learn about responsible consumption and FREE prizes.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 6 International Trails Day

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A freshly minted graduating class of a dozen new deputy sheriffs will be deployed to communities throughout British Columbia to protect courthouses and justice system participants, announced attorney general and

minister of sustice Suzanne Anton. The new recruits will serve B.C. courthouses in Vernon, Prince George, Fort St. John, Quesnel, Kamloops, Terrace, Williams Lake, Dawson Creek, and Cranbrook. One additional

recruit will be based out of New Westminster and will serve several courthouses in the Lower Mainland, including Vancouver Law Courts, North Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey and Port Coquitlam. “B.C. sheriffs provide a critical ser-

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