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ircumnavigating the globe is an intense endeavour. How about doing it without the use of any sort of motor? That is the challenge Toronto native Markus Pukonen has established, as he raises funds and awareness for local nonprofit groups along the way through his registered non-profit society routesofchange.org. Pukonen, now situated out of Tofino, left his family home in Toronto on July 13 and has canoed, biked, walked, run, recumbent biked, trimaraned, skied, kayaked, hand biked, rafted, skateboarded, danced and even pogosticked his way to Vernon. When he is in a location for a break he does not accept rides, never hops on a bus, takes a ferry, or sneaks a cab ride. “It has been challenging along the way but that’s what I love,” said Pukonen, who was recently named one of Canada’s Top Modern Day Explorers
see that little things by Canadian can make a differGeographic. “It’s ence.” tough camping in He doesn’t have minus-20 degrees a time limit on his but it makes all those adventure but he creature comforts so thinks it will take him much better after.” about five years to Pukonen is complete. no stranger to Pukonen, a adventure with his graduate from work for Ocean Documentary Adventure Rowing Film Production at and Education takCapilano University, ing him on three takes his time soaking major expeditions in up the scenery, buildthree years, including relationships with ing 73 days spent at people, documenting sea rowing across his challenges and the Atlantic Ocean, a sharing the beauty of three-month source our world through to sea trip down the his blog at routesofMississippi River and change.org, routesofthe Canadian Wildlife change on facebook, Federation’s Salish Instagram and Twitter. Sea Expedition; a “I’ve been doing circumnavigation of lots of school presenVancouver Island in a tations and the inspirowboat. ration goes both ways; He was inspired to the kids are inspired take this journey after two major events LISA VANDERVELDE/MORNING STAR and I’m always changed his outlook Markus Pukonen enjoys a pit stop in Vernon while circumnavigating the Earth inspired by them,” he said. on life: his father died without the use of a motor. Bringing awareof cancer and his ness, raising funds niece was born. make a positive change in fact that people can see and learning about local “Just knowing that I their life is what I wanted,” what I have accomplished non-profit groups along his have inspired one person to said Pukonen. “The simple without a motor, they will
route is a large part of why he is on this adventure. During Pukonen’s stop in Vernon, he has been learning about The Society for the Protection of Kalamalka Lake (SPrKL) as well as the Okanagan Rail Trail Initiative. “I document the nonprofit societies I meet along the way, sharing their stories and raising support by directing some of the attention I get because I’m doing this crazy adventure, to them,” said Pukonen. Vernon is a rest stop for him, as he visits with his sister in-law, Marta Green of Vernon, who joined him with her skis at the Needles ferry for the trip to Vernon. Pukonen has more family flying in to spend time with him at Silver Star, which he will be biking up to, before continuing his journey towards the coast where he plans to paddleboard or kayak to Vancouver Island. Pukonen’s route can be tracked at routesofchange. org, along with blog posts and photos from his adventure.
Board asks Ottawa to flex muscles on mussels RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Ottawa is being pressured to stop the potential invasion of mussels in the Okanagan. The Okanagan Basin Water Board has written a letter to several ministers in the new Liberal government about the risk of zebra and quagga mussels. “We want to make them aware of the need for a significant investment (in prevention),” said Juliette Cunningham, an OBWB and Regional District of North Okanagan director.
Since the mussels have taken hold across the U.S. and throughout Manitoba, the OBWB has been concerned they will appear in Kalamalka, Okanagan and other lakes. “We have to throw a lot of resources into preventing them from moving further west,” said Cunningham. The mussels are native to Europe and they have spread across North America since the 1980s. These mussels clog water intake pipes, pumps and boat motors. They also deplete food sources for
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eral government to become more active in the Pacific Northwest Economic Region Invasive Species Working Group, which involves U.S. states. “We can be effective if we combine our resources,” said Cunningham. Another recommendation is for Ottawa to provide funding to Ontario and Manitoba to contain existing infestations at source waters, while directing funds to Saskatchewan, Alberta and B.C. for a co-ordinated inspection plan for areas not infested.
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Parents fight for Armstrong schools RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Parents insist they want more of a role when it comes to the future of Armstrong schools. A town hall meeting Thursday drew about 200 people as the North OkanaganShuswap School District presented options, including possible school closures, to deal with tight finances and slow enrolment. “We won’t sit and wait to be told what happens,” said Jamie Schrauwen, with the Armstrong Elementary parents advisory committee. “We will make our voices heard.” Possible options include closing Len Wood Middle School in Armstrong and one of the two elementary schools, and reconfiguring Pleasant Valley Secondary School to Grades 6 to 12 between 2017 and 2019. “There’s nothing for certain on the table,” said trustee Kelly Rowe. “We have to do something and we’re getting feedback from the community.” According to district figures, it anticipates a shortfall of $3.6 million over the next three years, including $1.3 million in 2016/17. Schrauwen says only district-wide financial data was presented and not strictly for Armstrong. “Is Armstrong where the cuts have to be made? We’re not Sicamous, we’re not Salmon
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About 200 parents and residents listen to a presentation about Armstrong schools Thursday at Pleasant Valley Secondary School. Arm,” she said. “We’re asking for Armstrong costs so we can look at the picture here. Sicamous numbers give us nothing.” Schrauwen says the elementary schools are virtually at capacity and closures could impact students’ needs in the future.
“We need to look at the long-term and not the short-term just for money-saving,” she said. Some parents at the meeting questioned why a new district office moved ahead if funding is tight. “Maybe that was a gym or a library
expansion. They need to look at themselves,” said Schrauwen. There was strong opposition among parents to combining Grade 6 students with those in Grade 12. “There was nothing said at the meeting that I haven’t said myself. When I heard of the idea of putting Grades 6 to 12 together, I said, absolutely not,” said Rowe. There was also a discussion about two kindergarten to Grade 7 schools and a school for Grades 8 to 12. Another option is kindergarten to Grade 3, Grades 4 to 7 and Grades 8 to 12. “We will look through the suggestions and see if there’s anything we can move forward,” said superintendent Glenn Borthistle. Chris Pieper, Armstrong mayor, was at the meeting and points out that district-wide enrolment has dropped from 8,000 students in 2001 to 5,800 now. “They (school district) know something has to be done and they are looking to the community to help with restructuring,” he said. There will be a town hall meeting Jan. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at A.L. Fortune Secondary School in Enderby. For 2016, there is the option of closing Grindrod Elementary, converting Enderby’s M.V. Beattie Elementary to kindergarten to Grade 5 and reconfiguring A.L. Fortune Secondary to Grades 6 to 12.
Multi-grade classes possible at Bloom RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Officials insist no rash decisions are being made about classes at Lumby’s high school. Parents were provided with information Thursday about a middle years program proposed for Grades 7 and 8 at Charles Bloom Secondary School in 2016/17. “We hope everyone understands that there’s a Joe Rogers three to four-month process (to make a decision) and we want everyone to be heard,” said Joe Rogers, Vernon School District superintendent.
Grade 7 students have been at Bloom for a number of years but in fall 2015, a Grade 7/8 split class was created because of increased enrolment (there are also two Grade 7 classes). With enrolment expected to jump to 64 students each in Grade 7 and Grade 8 this September, a possible option is to create five 7/8 split classes. As part of the investigative process, other schools with multi-grade models are being visited. “We’re looking at how a team of teachers work with kids and cross-curricular programs,” said Bryan Out, CBSS principal. The team visiting schools consists of Out, the vice-principal, six teachers and three parents. “We will present the information (to parents) and get feedback,” said Out.
Some parents have expressed concerns that there won’t be enough teachers to handle the Grade 7 and 8 enrolment. But Rogers says extra staff can be brought on board if there is a need. “Small schools need more resources to offer courses.” Lumby’s mayor was in the audience at Thursday’s meeting. “I’m impressed with the staff at Bloom and with the amount of work and creativity they are putting forward,” said Kevin Acton. In terms of Grade 7/8 split classes, Acton says it’s not a perfect model. “The solution is more funding. But for Bloom to have more, we’d have to take away from another school in the district and that’s not fair,” he said.
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Three North Okanagan food locations get some prime TV exposure in the coming weeks. The Four Senses show on AMI will be airing shows shot in 2015 at Davison Orchards in Vernon, Country Bakery in Armstrong and Fieldstone Organics in Spallumcheen. Chefs Christine Ha and Carl Heinrich will be featuring local Okanagan ingredients in their show. Ha is visually impaired and was the winner of the third season of Master Chef in the U.S., and Heinrich was the winner of season two of Top Chef in Canada. Heinrich and his film crew were in the region last July and had a wonderful time at Davison, Fieldstone and Country Bakery. The show titled Caramelized, shot at Davison Orchards, will be broad-
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Cultural process debated Cultural plans are generating concerns in Coldstream. The district had community development coordinator Tannis Nelson, with the Regional District of North Okanagan, share details with council Monday. “It’s an extensive undertaking that the Greater Vernon Advisory Committee has been working our way through,” said Nelson. Currently, publicly funded facilities include the Doug Dirk Performing Arts Centre, Greater Vernon Museum and Archives, Vernon Public Art Gallery and Vernon Arts Centre. But the plan is to move away from programming and focus on the buildings. “We are more interested in providing facilities,” said Nelson. Five-year agreements are being looked at with an envelope of funds set aside each year for the various organizations to apply for. “So the arts centre, if you need a new boiler, you can apply for it and that will be weighed against new tile in the bathroom at the museum,” said Nelson as an example. It is a slightly different approach that moves RDNO away from being responsible for everything. Currently, in the case of the art gallery, RDNO leases the space for the purposes of an art gallery but Vernon owns the space. Therefore recent leaks are the responsibility of Vernon. “As the landlord, they step in and take care of it,” said Coldstream Mayor Jim Garlick. But it is the addition of facilities and/or organizations that has some concerned. And the process more than anything. Coun. Doug Dirk has been around long enough
to recall the problems that would arise during the old model. Which is why he maintains the importance of the current process where unanimous consent is gained from all members. That includes the possible addition of the Okanagan Science Centre and the building under the cultural plan. “There needs to be a decision made about who is in and who is out,” said Dirk. “What happens now if the gymnastics club or any other club comes along?” Dirk says he doesn’t have a problem with adding anything, as long as it goes through the proper process. He also points out that some of the services currently looked after by RDNO are under-funded. Coldstream agreed to support maintaining the service levels as they currently sit, without any additions for now. “The idea is that moving forward we may not be adding organizations at all but rather buildings,” said Nelson.
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Coldest Night on track RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
With prices skyrocketing, more Vernon residents are struggling to put food on the table. As a result, they are turning to the Upper Room Mission for nourishment. “We are seeing more working poor and seniors,” said Lisa Anderson, director of resource development. But while URM staff and volunteers are happy to help those in need, the demand is placing significant financial pressure on the non-profit agency. That’s why the fourth annual Coldest Night of the Year walk Saturday, Feb. 20 will raise funds for the mission’s 2016 food budget. The target is to raise $30,000. “We’re going to beat the goal all together,” said Akbal Mund, Vernon mayor and the campaign’s honourary chairperson. “I really believe the community will come out and support this.” In 2015, URM served more than 78,000 hot meals, or about 300 to 350 meals a day. It’s expected 20 teams (150 individuals) will take part in the Coldest Night, with participants walking for five or 10 kilometres through the community.
The event will start at the mission, and Vernon Alliance Church’s Arbour on 27th Street is the reststop before participants head back to the mission. The walk signifies a typical night for the homeless. “They need to keep warm so they continuously walk at night and there’s not many places for them to stay if they don’t have a sleeping bag or a tarp,” said Anderson. One of the teams is called Brothers and Sisters in Remembrance. “We’re walking to remember all of our loved ones we have lost on the street to homelessness and addiction,” said Linda Price, team captain. The event sponsors are Okanagan Restoration Services and Sun FM. “It’s a very important event for our community,” said Kevin Rothwell, with Okanagan Restoration Services. Also involved is the Vernon Lions Club, which serves chili to participants at the end of the walk. “The mission is one of the signature groups we support,” said Lorne Elward, with the Lions. RICHARD ROLKE/MORNING STAR To sign up for the Coldest Night of the Year or for Lisa Anderson stocks food in the Upper Room Mission pantry. The Coldest Night information, go to www.coldestnightoftheyear.org/ of the Year Feb. 20 will raise funds for the mission’s food budget. location/vernon or call 250-549-1231 ext. 29.
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Canadian Football League all-star linebacker, and two-time Grey Cup winner, Shea Emry (41) will be appearing in Vernon on Thursday, Jan. 28, to give a free presentation on his battles with mental health issues.
All-star tackles men’s health ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Two Grey Cup rings. League all-star. A loving wife. Fabulous son. A second child – a girl – due in a couple of months. Shea Emry has a lot going for him. On good days. On bad days, Emry, a Canadian Football League linebacker with the Saskatachewan Roughriders battles issues like most Canadians. “I continually have to deal with my demons,” said Emry, 29, a Richmond native who lives in Vancouver during the CFL off-season. “Life is a balancing act for anyone who has lived it.” Emry will be sharing his story of success and battling those demons at a lecture Thursday, Jan. 28, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Vernon Atrium Hotel and Conference Centre (formerly the Vernon Lodge). “I’m bringing my TEDx (Technology, Entertainment and Design) talk to Vernon. It’s advocacy for men’s health being done through the lens of my own Wellmen Project which tries to provide opportunities for men to get outside and reconnect with themselves through excursions in nature.” Emry won both his Grey Cup rings as a member of the Montreal Alouettes. He was the 2012 defensive player of the year runner-up and Canadian player of the year runner-up. But it was in 2011, when he suffered a seasonending concussion, that Emry found himself battling trials of the past; trials that included negative self-talk, isolation, and an intensifying self-consciousness that drew him back into a depressive state he’d known since adolescence, the victim of extreme childhood bullying.
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ave you talked to Dad this week?” my sister Jane asked me. “He told me that Dr. Sam told him to stop driving.” “There’s no telling how many innocent lives will be saved.” “It’s not a joke. How’s he going to get around? How is he going to buy groceries? How is he going to get to Dr. Sam’s?” “What do you want me to do? I’ve asked him to come live with us a hundred times. He’d love it here and we’ve got plenty of room. And I can’t leave Sue and the kids to go a thousand miles to help him every week. What do I tell them? ‘I can’t Jim Mullen be here for you because my old man refuses to listen to common sense, so instead of spending time with you, I have to spend it with him’? “Sorry, but I’ve got enough problems right here. Sue’s mom’s been in and out of the hospital 10 times in two months, and her dad gets lost when he goes to visit her. He can never remember what floor she’s on, or what wing. And it’s not because he’s lost his marbles, it’s because the hospital is a maze -- everything’s painted the same color. Once you get off the elevator, there’s no way to tell where you are. I get lost and I have all my faculties. I wish I had shares in whoever makes seafoam-green hospital paint. They’re making a fortune on it.” “I know, I know,” said Jane. “But I can’t do it, either. Martin’s just had another pacemaker put in, and we don’t know when -- or if -- he’s going back to work. I can’t leave him alone, and I don’t want to. I keep telling Dad to come live with us. The sun is always out, there’s no winter here ... he could learn to play golf.” “He’s had 84 years to learn how to play golf. I don’t think he’s gonna start now.” “What do you want me to do? He barely
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talks to me. I ask him what’s new, and all he’ll say is that more of his friends have died or moved to Florida. The funny thing is, there’s nothing really wrong with him. He’s not in pain, he’s not feeble, he’s not stupid. He knows more about current events than I do. If only he’d get rid of that big old house and move into something smaller -- a place where he wouldn’t need to drive. Like an assisted-living place. He’d have his own kitchen and his own rooms.” “Those places are so expensive. Why can’t he live with us? We could even split it up: me half the year, you the other half. The grandkids would love it. They haven’t heard about how much fun it was to fight in Korea yet. I keep hearing about those vets who never talk about their war experiences, and it makes me wonder if they were in the same war. He won’t shut up about it.” “Tell me about it. If I have to hear about how to make real kimchi again ...” “I just don’t think we can do anything until he’s too old to fight back.” “I don’t know what to do. There’s just no way this is going to have a happy ending. The last time I called him, I said, ‘What if you fall and break a hip?’ You know what he told me? He said, ‘Nobody was worried I might get hurt when they sent me to Korea when I was 18. Why are they so worried I’ll get hurt now? Stop being so worried I’m gonna die. There’s worse things that could happen.’ “I said, ‘What could possibly be worse than dying?’ “He said, ‘Not dying could be worse. Alzheimer’s, cancer, emphysema ...’ “’But you don’t have any of those,’ I said. ‘You’re lucky.’ ‘Yes,’ he said. ‘Wife dead, friends dead. How lucky can one man get?’ Then he laughed. I don’t think he’s taking us seriously.” “When he starts taking us seriously, we’ll know something’s wrong. Let’s wait till then.” To contact Jim Mullen, go to JimMullenBooks.com.
It’s officially the middle of January and all those good intentions and resolutions set out at the beginning of the month are likely already in jeopardy. Whether it was to get involved more in the community, get in better shape or just simply try to make an effort to be a better person, all those noble and upstanding convictions can start to wane in what can often seem like the longest month of the year (and it’s already 31 days as it is, which technically qualifies it for a tie in that department already). So even though it’s likely grey outside and the rush and spirits of the holiday season may be beginning to fade, or even worse, give way to feelings of fatigue, this is exactly when perseverance and free will need to be utilized to ensure the goodwill carries through to positive action. In other words it may take a little push or encouragement to get out there on a grey, dreary Sunday afternoon and get some fresh air and exercise, especially (for some of us) when there’s the enticement of NFL playoff action on the tube, including the Seattle Seahawks. However, no one said resolutions to better ourselves and our communities were going to be easy, that’s why there’s such a huge failure rate when it comes to resolutions. The excuses of weather, and distractions of any kind, are always a factor, so these are the things that have to be overcome to make a longterm and meaningful difference in your life and the life of your community. So get out there and do it, exercise in the great outdoors, or make that call to join that group that needs your talents, and you’ll feel good about it and be on your way to bigger and better things in 2016.
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he Feed Enderby and District Food Bank board and volunteers want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the many individuals, businesses and community groups that have been so generous since the new food bank formed two months ago. Your donations of money and food enabled FED to carry through with November’s regular food hamper, distribute 127 Christmas hampers in December and provide more food hampers this month. Extra donations of gifts, pajamas and turkeys made the holiday hampers extra special. FED’s primary goal is to help people in need by ensuring Enderby continues to have a regular food hamper program. As a grassroots initiative, FED also aims to foster positive relationships in the community and provide people with connections to social and health services. FED is overwhelmed by the community support shown to date and we acknowledge that such support is crucial to our sustainability. As such, we look forward to strengthening our role in the community and we encourage the community’s continued support for this important service. Scott Hemenway, chairperson Feed Enderby and District Food Bank
NO THANKS In response to Sylvia PoschLang's letter Dec. 20, I too would like to thank Stephen Harper. I want to thank him for bringing people together in a time of divisive politics, to vote him out of office. I want to thank him for his part in renewing my belief that most people are informed and engaged citizens and will not stand for arrogance and dishonesty. Informed voters saw Harper's arrogance, his work to corrupt our democracy, which is for the people, by the people, not for the oil companies, by the oil companies, his utter disdain for the media, his shocking lack of accountability, and his fear of honest disclosure. I do not want to thank him for the contempt and disregard for free speech he showed by muzzling our scientific community. I do not want to thank him for being a puppet of big oil on taxes, subsidies and the environment. A good government would have got a bigger chunk of the oil revenue while the price was high. Instead, Harper handed that money to big oil. He whittled away the previous government's budget surplus- and,
that, by the way, is how the country got through the financial crisis, not through any good work of Harper's. Yes, the Trudeau government intends to run a short-term deficit to encourage and realize longterm growth and surplus. The U.S. did something similar with bailouts, housing incentives, and so on, and now the economy is rebounding in a way that would not have been possible without government investment. I do not want to thank him for lowering the opinion the world has of Canadians and what we stand for. I do not want to thank him for trying to make our economy a one-trick pony by ignoring other industries in favour of the unreliable, environment-destroying oil industry. Finally, I do not want to thank him for keeping us safe from a threat he perpetuated through his fear-mongering. He scared the cowardly and ignorant, but that is not who we are as Canadians. I do, however, want to thank Harper for being un-Canadian enough that we all finally woke up and kicked him out. As Harper himself said, "the people are never wrong."
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Enjoy retirement, Steve. We won't miss you. Bruce Chomcey SOCCER GALA The heavy snowfall Dec. 27 did not deter the holidaying soccer players from showing up en masse to support the fifth annual Andy Waughman Soccer Tournament Gala. This tournament is a time to honour and remember Andy, the former head coach of the North Okanagan Youth Soccer Association, who died from cancer. In his memory, we run this tournament to raise funds to help ensure all kids have the opportunity to play soccer. This year's tournament was a huge success and we would like to thank all of the players and the six team reps, Ean Ross, Christine Fraser, Jesse Knight, Toni Nicolls, Finlay McPhie and Brent Poulsen, for taking the time to be involved. We are also very grateful for our wonderful Mayor Akbal Mund who braved a snowy night and delivered and served the players a Wendy's chili dinner, and to Wendy's Restaurant for providing the dinner.
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Lastly, but never least, we would like to thank the volunteer referees, Wayne Aasen, Robert Ross, Ean Ross and Brian Lambert. Thank you all for helping make the fundraiser a success. Marina Korberg, executive director North Okanagan Youth Soccer Association ARMSTRONG GYM Upon reading your article in the newspaper Jan. 10, it has become more than apparent that the City of Armstrong, together with the Township of Spallumcheen, formulated its plan to open its fitness centre without public consultation or for that matter without the knowledge of Fitness2Life or Curves, located in downtown Armstrong. The very fact that this decision was made in-house, behind closed doors, by those entrusted with taxpayers' money is simply beyond belief and it would seem without accountability to this date. It has always been my understanding that democracy is based on the majority, not the minority who seem to have direct influence on our mayors and council members.
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DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN Pest Management Plan: BC Hydro Facilities 2016-2021
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The use of pesticides is intended within the area to which the Pest Management Plan (PMP) applies. The purpose of the proposed PMP is to control vegetation at BC Hydro facilities to maintain safe and reliable operations which support the delivery of electricity to our customers. This plan applies to all areas of British Columbia where BC Hydro has operational or planned facilities such as electrical substations, generation switchyards, generating sites, communication sites, storage sites, administrative buildings, or land owned or leased for future facilities. The proposed duration of the PMP is from April 2016 to April 2021. Vegetation incompatible with the operation of the power system will be controlled using: physical (manual brushing, girdling, hand-pulling, hedge trimming, mowing, pruning, weed trimming or tree removal), cultural (gravel/hard surfacing, planting ground cover), biological (release of parasitic insects to control noxious and invasive plants) or chemical (herbicide application) techniques, or any combination of these methods. The active ingredients and trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include: ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
acetic acid – Ecoclear, Munger’s Hort Vinegar or equivalent, aminocyclopyrachlor and chlorsulfuron – Truvist or equivalent aminocyclopyrachlor and metsulfuron-methyl – Navius or equivalent aminopyralid – Milestone or equivalent aminopyralid and metsulfuron-methyl – ClearView or equivalent aminopyralid, metsulfuron-methyl, and fluroxypyr – Sightline or equivalent aminopyralid, metsulfuron-methyl and triclopyr – Clearview Brush or equivalent Chlorsulfuron – Telar or equivalent Chondrostereum purpureum – Chontrol or equivalent clopyralid – Lontrel, Transline or equivalent or equivalent dicamba – Vanquish, Banvel or equivalent dichlorprop-P and 2,4-D – Estaprop XT or equivalent diflufenzopyr and dicamba – Distinct, Overdrive or equivalent diuron – Karmex, Diurex 80 WDG or equivalent flumioxazin – Payload or equivalent glyphosate – Vantage, Vision or equivalent imazapyr – Arsenal Powerline or equivalent indaziflam – Esplanade or equivalent metsulfuron-methyl – Escort or equivalent picloram – Tordon 22k, Tordon 101 or equivalent picloram and 2,4-D – Aspect or equivalent triclopyr – Garlon products or equivalent Trifluralin – BioBarriere, Treflan or equivalent 2,4-D – LV700 or equivalent
Adjuvant products may also be combined on occasion with a herbicide to improve its effectiveness, such as: nonylphenoxy polyethoxy ethanol – Agral 90, paraffinic oils – Gateway, octadec-9-enoic acid as methyl and ethyl esters – Hasten NT, or siloxylated polyether – Xiameter or equivalents. The proposed methods for applying herbicides include: soil applied techniques (backpack sprayer, powerhose or fixed boom sprayer), cut surface, basal bark, backpack foliar, mechanized foliar (fixed nozzle, boom directed nozzle, wick sprayer), and injection (hack and squirt, lance or syringe) techniques. A draft copy of the proposed PMP is available at bchydro.com/pestplanforfacilities. Alternatively, it is available in person at 6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby; 1401 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon; 18475 128 Street, Surrey; 400 Madsen Road, Nanaimo; 3333 22 Avenue, Prince George. BC Hydro, the applicant for the proposed PMP, is located at 6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby, B.C., V3N 4X8. Please contact Tom Wells, Vegetation Program Manager, at 604 516 8943 or thomas.wells@bchydro.com for more information. A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant at the above address within 30 days of the publication notice.
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The North Okanagan is home to distinct communities, but they also present a united front. The goal of the Regional District of North Okanagan in 2016 is to continue to provide services of mutual interest among the six municipalities and five electoral areas, as well as foster a common relationship. “We’re all one region,” said Rick Fairbairn, RDNO chairperson and rural Lumby director. RDNO’s municipal members are Armstrong, Coldstream, Enderby, Lumby, Spallumcheen and Vernon, and the five electoral areas are BX-Silver Star, BX-Swan Lake, Cherryville, rural Enderby and rural Lumby. Diverse opinions surface around the board table but Fairbairn insists that respectRick Fairbairn ful discussion comes from open communication. “We want the partners informed on issues and when they come to meetings to vote, they have the full background,” he said. On the agenda for the new year, is the five-year review of the regional growth strategy. “It looks at a range of issues, including economic development, agriculture, housing and transportation,” said Fairbairn, adding that the document has achieved its goals. “It shows a spirit of co-operation among the partners.” Also moving ahead is RDNO’s efforts with Kelowna and Lake Country to plan a trail along the former Canadian National rail corridor. “We’re looking forward to develop that with our partners,” said Fairbairn. Multi-jurisdictional discussions will also continue on the possible acquisition of the abandoned Canadian Pacific rail line from Spallumcheen to Sicamous. “The two will dovetail nicely for a recreational trail network,” said Fairbairn of the CP and CN corridors. However, he admits that a final decision on purchasing the CN line won’t be made until the final purchase price is known and jurisdictions decide if they will enter the service. Investigation of a possible sewer system for the Swan Lake corridor is also proceeding. The process involves BX-Swan Lake, BX-Silver Star, Spallumcheen and the Okanagan Indian Band and the goal is to encourage economic development while preserving the environment. “It’s a critical initiative,” said Fairbairn. A stakeholders committee will also continue to meet in 2016 to discuss the future of Greater Vernon’s water utility after a $70 million borrowing referendum for various projects was shot down by voters in 2014. Fire protection in the rural communities is also being reviewed after the provincial government mandated a new training manual. “It will require additional resources, additional training,” said Fairbairn, adding that the primary concern is the additional cost needed to meet the guidelines.
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Tourism is getting a boost this winter. Ski resorts in the Thompson-Okanagan are experiencing a record-breaking season due to snow conditions and increased tourist visitations, including from Ontario, New Zealand and Australia. “A big draw for Australians is the resort’s Family Snowsports Academy,” said Moragh MacAulay, with Silver Star Mountain Resort. “We get young racers, skiers and snowboarders. The parents take lessons and the kids do training at the Snowsports school.” As of press time, Silver Star had a snow base MacAulay of 163 centimetres. Along with a variety of activities and considerable snow, regional ski resorts are benefitting from the low Canadian dollar. “Increased visits from the U.S. have driven more than just Christmas numbers,” said Christopher Nicolson, president of Sun Peaks Resort near Kamloops. “A significant rise in Presidents’ Week vacationers has boosted February bookings by 16 per cent.” The number of visitors making their way to the Okanagan has also impacted Kelowna International Airport. SILVER STAR/FACEBOOK PHOTO A total of 150,491 passengers travelled through the airport in Some children are all smiles as they head down the hill at Tube Town. Silver Mountain Resort has experienced steady crowds December, making it the busiest December to date with an increase over the winter. of 3.5 per cent in visitors from 2014.
MLA forecasts economic growth across province TRACY HUGHES Black Press
The year is new, but Shuswap MLA Greg Kyllo already has all eyes on the future. “I see my role as moving things forward,” said the first-term MLA. “The economy and infrastructure projects, those are all things I’m looking to advance, both in our province and in our riding.” Kyllo says, under the Liberal government’s direction, the province in well positioned for growth and increasing prosperity, even in light of economic uncertainties brought on by a decline in the oil industry. He notes some of Canada’s chief economists have forecast B.C. to lead the pack in terms of growth in 2016. He points to the strides the province has made in diversifying its economy in sectors like natural gas, agri-foods and technology, as well as the focus on creating new markets in Asia, as key to B.C.’s economic success. “It’s the old saying of not keeping all your eggs in one basket. With forest, mining,
“The economic engine pulls the cart of social programs.” — Greg Kyllo
natural gas and the new LNG industry, plus tourism, tech and international education, we’re the envy of other provinces in Canada.” While he acknowledges the Liberals’ emphasis on LNG has critics, Kyllo cites it as critical to the province’s future prosperity. The Petronas project, he says, has a value of $44 billion, and would make it the single largest private investment in the country. It’s impact on the economy as a whole would ripple across nearly every area and sector in the province, he says. “To get our heads about how big it is, the Site C dam, which is one of the largest infrastructure projects, is valued at around $9
billion, if that puts things into perspective.” Kyllo also cites the past three years of balanced budgets as evidence of the province’s economic stability and an critical climate to support investors. “Our triple A credit rating also means we can borrow at low interest rates, which if you compare us to Ontario’s rating, has saved us $2.1 billion in interest alone. I know a lot of people think, ‘who cares?’ about stuff like this, but it really has a significant impact to taxpayers.” The economy is Kyllo’s forté, noting he is the first non-cabinet member to be asked to sit on Premier Christy Clark’s priorities and
planning committee. “It’s great to have that voice at the table and also to make sure the needs of rural B.C. and the Shuswap are represented.” While he concurs that B.C. has its share of social issues, Kyllo says a better economic climate will help solve those issues. “The economic engine pulls the cart of social programs,” he says, pointing to a new program which will offer single parents funding for child care, transportation and training grants to re-enter the workforce. “It makes sense to offer our government supports to a program that will get people back into the workforce and able to provide for their families.” Asked to look back at the past year, Kyllo cites a number of key accomplishments including highway upgrades throughout the region. “The transportation projects especially will really help with safety and the ability for people to move both themselves and goods around the province.”
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There’s a helping hand for Enderby businesses. Community Futures is providing support services to existing businesses and anyone interested in starting a business in Enderby. “Community Futures is happy to be able to offer on-site services in Enderby,” said Marcel Korver, business services advisor. “If you are looking for assistance with marketing, business financing, business planning or selling a business, I am available to meet with you on a one-to-one basis.” Community Futures will also work closely with the Enderby Chamber of Commerce to provide workshops for entrepreneurs. “We are looking forward to having the services available for our business community,” said Corinne Van De
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merce’s general manager. “We are excited to be partnering with Community Futures in bringing workshops and additional resources to help strengthen our small business sector.” Korver has been an Enderby resident for 11 years and has a background in banking, accounting and business development. The Community Futures satellite office will be open at Enderby city hall Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. “A strong business core is the heart of our economy, and Community Futures brings resources and expertise to the table that enable local businesses to thrive,” said Tate Bengtson, the city’s chief administrative officer. “We are eager to expand our partnership with Community Futures to further the prosperity of Enderby.” For more information, call 250-5401263.
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Young Agrarians will host the third Okanagan Winter Mixer Jan. 30. A partnership with FarmFolk CityFolk Society, YA is a network for new and young ecological and organic farmers in B.C. YA co-ordinates an ongoing educational event series, from farm tours and potlucks to winter one- to two-day new farmer mixers. “YA also offers a
business mentorship program, and works to promote land-linking, matching new entrants with established farm land,” said Tristan Cavers, with the group. The third Okanagan Winter Mixer at Kelowna’s Okanagan Mission Community Hall will include information, networking and food. Topics and presenters were selected after surveying new farmers
in the region and they range from water harvesting and permaculture design for drought, business planning and marketing, indigenous food lands, rotational grazing for livestock, setting up a one-acre farm on leased land to women in agro-ecology. Open to the public, Cavers says the mixer and its sessions will appeal to everybody with an interest in maintaining the local
food system, including urban farmers and gardeners, conventional growers and producers, and permaculture or biodynamic farmers. “YA mixers provide a great excuse for getting together with other farmers to learn, socialize, and share resources during the dark days of winter,” said Cavers. The dinner will be a community potluck. Bring a dish to share and tools to eat with.
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Charitable societies looking for extra revenue can contact Vernon’s Hudson’s Bay. The Bay’s Spring Giving Day is March 24 and it’s a one-day shopping event designed to help nonprofit groups raise funds through the sale of Giving Day tickets. “Organizations can order tickets free of charge and sell them to their partners, donors and friends for $5 and keep 100 per cent of each ticket sold,”
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A visitor gets up close and personal with a python. acts of torture before being transported to the killing fields just outside town. The photos of the victims are displayed starkly on the prison walls. A knot of anger builds inside me. At the nearby Choeung Ek killing fields, I feel a great sadness. An estimated 10,000 men, women and children were brutally murdered in this place and their bodies thrown into pits. There were killing fields like these all over Cambodia. Between 1975 and 1978, around two million Cambodians died, either murdered directly by the Khmer Rouge or as a result of starvation and disease. That’s 25 per cent of the population gone in four years. It’s impossible to make sense of this madness. Two days later, I’m on my way to Siem Reep and the ruins of
Angkor, capital of the once mighty Khmer empire. The sprawling expanse is believed to have been the largest pre-industrial city in the world, supporting up to a million people at a time when 30,000 lived in London. Words like monumental, surreal, magnificent fail to do justice to this immense complex of temples and palaces. The tour includes 11 of the Angkor sites. One of my favourites is Ta Prohm where the strangler fig trees have inserted their enormous roots like fingers of the gods into the temple structures uprooting massive limestone foundation stones like pebbles. A small but wondrous temple, Banteay Srei, features intricately carved apsaras (water nymphs) in seductive poses, as well as figures of gods, demons and
mythical creatures. Angkor Wat itself is a colossal temple built wholly for the purpose of worship. Its extensive bas-reliefs depict stories from the Hindu epics of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, as well as 12th century AD battles of the Khmer kingdom. The town of Siem Reep makes no bones about its raison d’etre which is largely to service the Angkor tourist trade. Pub Street crawls with restaurants, bars, shops and massage outlets. The main market has the usual conglomeration of cheap clothing, jewelry and food stuffs. I decide to try a fish pedicure. For $3 and a free Angkor beer, I put my legs in a sidewalk fish tank and let a school of frenzied finned creatures nibble away until my feet are as smooth as silk. Then it’s goodbye Siem Reep, and hello Bangkok, via a bus and minivan ride. The two-lane, driveon-the-right, relatively relaxed Cambodia roadway transforms itself into a four-lane, driveon-the-left, increasingly clogged and frenetic Thailand highway. May the protection of the Buddha be with us. Barry Truter is with Travel Writers’ Tales.
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Truth-telling is painful but essential work Yme Woensdregt Special to The Morning Star
In 1879, the Government of Canada recommended that residential schools be established as a cost-effective way of assimilating First Nations children. Canada’s first Prime Minister, John A. MacDonald, wrote, “When the school is on the reserve, the child lives with its parents, who are savage, and though he may learn to read and write, his habits and training mode of thought are Indian. He is simply a savage who can read and write. It has been strongly impressed upon myself, as head of the department, that Indian children should be withdrawn as much as possible from the parental influence, and the only way to do that would be to put them in central training industrial schools where they will acquire the habits and modes of thought of white men.” The first of these schools opened four years later in Saskatchewan and others followed quickly. Thus began a shameful episode in our history. Jump ahead 130 years. In 2007, Parliament passed the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement, providing compensation for former students of the schools and their families, and establishing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) with a mandate to “inform all Canadians of what happened in residential schools,” and to “guide and inspire aboriginal peoples and Canadians in a process of reconciliation and renewed relationships that are based on mutual understanding and respect.” On June 2, 2015, the TRC presented its
final report after six years of work. They listened to the hard and painful stories of survivors of the Indian Residential Schools, which spoke of physical, sexual, emotional, cultural and psychological abuse. Children at age five were taken from their homes, moved to a school far away and forbidden to speak their language or practise their culture. Whenever they spoke their language, students had their mouth washed out with soap. They were told that they were inferior, that they were no good, that they were an affront to the creator. The purpose of the schools was, in the words of one survivor’s story, “to beat the Indian out of us and make us good little white people.” One woman tells the story of arriving at the school and having her long beautiful braids, which represented her spirituality and her essence, cut off and thrown into the garbage. Another says that his relationship with his mother was forever damaged because she couldn’t tell him why she allowed him to be taken to the school. There are stories about students who became alcoholics and others who committed suicide because they could no longer deal with the abuse they suffered at the schools. Some of these stories can be found at www.22days.ca. They break my heart. We see the residue of the agony of these survivors in their faces; we hear the pain in their voices. They are telling the truth: the truth about our society, our prejudices, our shameful behaviour towards those who are different than us.
The opening sentences of the final report of the TRC set the stage for the damning report. “For over a century, the central goals of Canada’s aboriginal policy were to eliminate aboriginal governments; ignore aboriginal rights; terminate the treaties; and, through a process of assimilation, cause aboriginal peoples to cease to exist as distinct legal, social, cultural, religious and racial entities in Canada. The establishment and operation of residential schools were a central element of this policy, which can best be described as ‘cultural genocide.’” Many people believe, “I didn’t do anything; it’s not my fault! It was way before my time!” I have heard that sentiment too many times. Trouble is: it’s not the truth. Our society did this. The TRC Report reminds us that this is not an aboriginal problem; it’s a Canadian problem. Those of us who are not aboriginal have all benefited from the shameful treatment of First Nations people. If we are to move forward we must take responsibility for our past. The TRC Report gives us all a chance to do the right thing — to reach out to one another, apologize for our shameful past, and move into a new future marked by reconciliation and hope. This moment in our history is a gift. We are being invited to invest ourselves in a new future marked by reconciliation and compassion, by an acceptance of the fact that our differences are not something to be wiped out, but to be celebrated and embraced. Yme Woensdregt is incumbent at Christ Church in Cranbrook.
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Hunter Krieger of the Fulton Maroons takes a shot against Spencer Dempsey of the College Heights Cougars Friday at the 16th annual Maroon Corporate Classic.
All aspects of their game were working as the Fulton Maroons went into Saturday afternoon’s final of the 16th annual Corporate Classic against the Duchess Park Condors of Prince George. Dale Olson’s crew went 3-0 in preliminary play, finishing off the LV Rogers Bombers of Nelson 72-49 Friday night. Fulton upended the College Heights Cougars of Prince George 57-36 earlier Friday in front of a packed gym. The Maroons opened the eight-team affair by grounding the Sa-Hali Sabres of Kamloops 65-34 Thursday afternoon. “This is our best tourney of the year so far,” said Olson. “For a young team, they are playing with some new-found confidence. Noah Alleyne is our floor general and best player; he is playing extremely hard and well, controlling the pace of the game. Our other starters are doing a great job. Hunter Krieger is playing very big inside and rebounding well at 14 points and eight rebounds a game.” Fulton parlayed 17 points from Nathan Banga and 16 from Alleyne to bounce the Bombers, who got 16 points from Vinnie Johnston. Ike Olson, with 11 points, and Krieger, with 10, helped the Maroons. Banga nailed five treys. Krieger drained 16 points, while Kobe Romanovitch canned 15 and Banga rang up 10 as Fulton rolled over College Heights. Ben Shand scored 10 points for the Cougars. In Thursday’s opener, Banga hit five shots from the Landing Plaza as the Maroons shut down Sa-Hali. Romanovitch added 10 and Alleyne eight. Dima Pokhylov fired 13 points for the Sabres. Olson went into the final averaging eight points and nine rebounds a game while playing dynamic defence. Caden Doyle was hitting eight points and nine boards a game while showing awesome hustle. “Banga is scoring at an amazing pace and has really turned the corner as a shooter. Off the bench, we have Kobe (The Microwave) Romanovitch, who can come in and heat it up instantly, scoring big time. As well, we have Bryn Bedard doing a solid job off the bench, coming in and rebounding well and shooting some much needed, well-timed threepointers.” The VSS Panthers, coached by Glen Garvie, played in the consolation final Saturday afternoon
against Sa-Hali. The Panthers went 1-2 in their pool, advancing to the B final with a 92-79 win over the South Okanagan Hornets of Oliver Friday night. Ben Hladik turned in a monster outing for the Cats, pocketing 43 points. Hladik went 11-for-15 from the charity line and sank a pair of treys. Seth Blundell chipped in with 21 points, flushing five attempts from Lakeview Park. Leon Schenker added 11 points for VSS, while Jacob Marshall collected 10. Gurshan Dhaliwal rang up 22 points, while Manvir Brar bagged 19 for the Hornets. Dhaliwal dialed long-distance four times. Earlier Friday, the Panthers fell 86-48 to Duchess Park with Hladik counting 20 points and Blundell scoring 14. Duchess Park ran up early leads of 23-3 and 34-5 before going to their bench. Colburn Pearce, with 17 points, and Owen Trepanier, with 13, led the Condors, who got points from 11 players. VSS opened the Classic by losing 64-57 to the Westsyde Whundas of Kamloops Thursday night. Reade Bentz contributed 23 points and Josh Bosher produced 15 for Westsyde. Schenker sank four treys in the fourth quarter and finished with 16 for VSS. Hladik hit 15 and Blundell 10. Duchess Park, coached by John MacDonald, brushed back South Okanagan 87-78 in their first game Thursday night. Jasper Yutuc provided 19 points, while Pearce chipped in with 14 for the Condors. Majot Dhaliwal and Gurshan Dhaliwal each earned 22 points for the Hornets, while Kulbir Grewal added 16. The Condors thrashed Westsyde 71-43 in other Friday action behind 18 points from Yutic and 11 from Pearce. Scott Lemphers, Bentz and Bosher each sank eight points for Westsyde. In other Friday action, the Sabres iced the Bombers 69-54, South Okanagan defeated Westsyde 66-62 and Sa-Hali clipped College Heights 64-61. LV Rogers met South Okanagan for seventh and eighth placings, while College Heights squared off with Westysde for fifth and sixth placings Saturday morning. Tim Hortons, Buy-Low Foods, Westwood Electric and DCT Chambers are major sponsors.
Kersey collects major honour KEVIN MITCHELL Sports Editor
Stars Hannah Bennison and Trinity Hansma are established local names in B.C. track and field circles. You can now add Braden Kersey to that list. Kersey was recently honoured as the B.C. Athletics Male Cross Country Runner of the Year (14 year olds) at an awards banquet at the Hilton Vancouver Airport Hotel in Richmond Kersey, who turned 14 in September, ran cross country for the Seaton Sonics and the Vernon Amateur Athletics Association (AAA) team. John Machuga coached both teams and is very high on Kersey’s attitude and moxy. “He was pretty impressive right away,” said Machuga, on his first glimpse of Kersey this season. “He had pretty good form right off the bat and lots of determination. He wants to know why he’s asked to do things a certain way;
he’s very inquisitive.” Machuga, 37, has been coaching track and field for almost 20 years. He says Kersey works extremely hard in training and has a bright future in cross country. Braden is in Grade 9 and placed 11th at the B.C. High School Junior Men’s Championships at Jericho Beach in Vancouver in November. There was a field of 210 on a wet and muddy course. Some 300 metres into the five-kilometre race, somebody stepped on Kersey’s foot, the spike ripping a huge chunk out of his shoe. Kersey went to emergency to get his foot stitched after the race. He was the first 14-year-old boy to cross the finish line at the provincial cross country finals in Nanaimo last October. “Jericho Beach was a crazy course, super muddy,” said Kersey. “In Nanaimo, it was a super flat course. I had to sprint to the end,
about 200 metres, to catch up to him (Devin Galway of Victoria) and pass him and win by half a second.” Kersey, who started cross country in Grade 8 at Seaton under coach Rachel Romero, likes Machuga’s approach as well. “John’s a really good guy and I really improved through his help. He doesn’t push you to your limits all the time; he likes balance.” Kersey trains three times a week with the AAA club in season and will start training again in the spring. “I really like the feeling you get from hard work and the achievement of saying, ‘I did that.’ Running in college is my goal for the future.” Kersey is a multi-faceted teen. He plays the saxophone, flies up and down the Seaton climbing wall, trains six days a week in the winter PHOTO SUBMITTED with the Kokanee swim club and nordic skis (he Braden Kersey of Seaton receives the used to race downhill) top 14-year-old male cross-country
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A power play goal from Deagan McMillan with 35 seconds left propelled the Valley Wood Remanufacturing Vipers to a 4-3 win over the Kamloops Blazers in Atom A Rep hockey play Friday night at Priest Valley Arena McMillan (2), Cosmo Wilson and Logan Killingbeck handled the offence. Theo Van Wyk had two helpers, while Gunnar Nyberg, JJ Milne and Riley Cormier added assists in support of Austin Seibel. “The boys battled hard all night,” said Vernon coach Trevor Seibel. “All three lines generated offensive pressure and our defence were strong. We had lots of chances early on but were stymied by their goaltender.”
Topsport brushes back Kal Tire
Topsport FC edged Kal Tire FC 4-3 in Vernon Men’s Indoor Soccer League play Wednesday night at the VantageOne Soccer Centre. The game started off with some fast-paced possession by Topsport, but they couldn’t convert. On a counter attack, Kal Tire pulled ahead after an open man at the top of the box buried a shot. Topsport (9-1) answered with two goals in quick succession by Kenzel Aarts Roman and star striker Lendrit Ademi. The second half kicked off with end-to-end action from both sides. Kal Tire pressed for the 2-2 equalizer, but they couldn’t find a way past centre back Menno Burnet, who seemed to be winning every aerial ball that came his way. At the other end, Topsport’s David Weir tapped in a rebound to make it 3-1. Just like the last time these two teams met, the last 10 minutes were the most thrilling. The Tiremen (6-4) fired back with a goal making it 3-2 and then equalized. Just like last time the two teams met, Topsport got the winner in the dying minutes through midfielder Fabrice Fanfani for their ninth straight win. Midfielder Mika De Vin showed great intelligence as he controlled the midfield for Topsport.
Knaup boosts Concept Physio win
Vernon Concept Physio jumpstarted the New Year with a 88-72 victory over Big Steel Box of Kelowna in Kelowna Men’s 35+ Basketball League action Tuesday night. Bryn Knauf drained 26 points, while Adam Galbraith canned 25 for Concept at Immaculata Secondary School. Matt Laporte supplied 15 points and Andy Collins 14. Top rebounders were Laporte and Adam Galbraith. Concept (2-5) came out shooting well in the first quarter thanks to some perimeter flushes by Collins and Galbraith and some deluxe board work from Wannes Luppin and Laporte. It was 23-11 Concept after one quarter. but their lead dwindled to just three at the start of the fourth as 3-4 Big Steel Box’s zone defence and outstanding perimeter shooting clicked. Knauf began heating up his long-distance point shot at the start of the second quarter and kept things going in the fourth with six treys.
Krause pulls hat trick for Storm
The Vernon Storm won their 2016 U12 ringette opener 7-6 over the Kelowna Renegades Saturday. The teams are now tied 2-2 in league games. Chayse Krause pulled a hat trick with assists by Sierra Lochhead and Sam Shaw. Chloe Scabar scored two goals with assists by Shaila Austin and Sierra Lochhead, while Jasmine Horton netted a deuce with an assist by Alecia Hughes in support of superb Katrina Winstanley.
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He is “fairly competitive” in the 400- and 1,500metre freestyle swim events. Kersey also enjoys triathlon come summer. He trained with the TriMonsters Triathlon group last year and really enjoyed the swim-bike-run combo.
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Not since the Vernon Vipers buried 14 goals on Laurent Brossoit and the Cowichan Valley Capitals a few years ago has Kevin Kraus seen the Vipers explode like they did Friday night. Down 5-1 after 20 minutes, the Vipers rallied for a stunning 10-5 win over the Salmon Arm Silverbacks in a zany B.C. Hockey League tilt at the Shaw Centre. The Silverbacks (24-11-2-2) welcomed B.C. Lions’ star linebacker Adam Bighill as a special guest and the move backfired
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City of Armstrong PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Pursuant to the provisions of Section 890 of the Local Government Act, a Public Hearing will be held to hear representations on the proposed City of Armstrong Zoning Bylaw No. 1770, 2015. What is Zoning Bylaw No. 1770, 2015? A zoning bylaw implements the vision of the Official Community Plan. With a Zoning Bylaw, different zones within the community are established, along with guidelines on what types of development and buildings are permitted in each zone. Zones regulate use, density, siting, size and dimensions of buildings and structures, minimum and maximum parcel sizes, and may set different standards for works and services.
Despite the challenges of being in opposition, Mel Arnold isn’t deterred from the job of representing his constituency. Until now, the North Okanagan Shuswap has been part of a majority Conservative government. But that changed during the federal election when the Liberals formed government. Although the Conservative stronghold on the region remained and Arnold was elected, taking over for Colin Mayes, but as an opposition member. He is one of 214 new MPs. “It might be a little bit more of a challenge,” said Arnold, a 56-year-old Salmon Arm businessman, husband and father of one grown daughter. “We might have to possibly present more of a stronger case for funding.” He is dedicated to ensuring that the smaller communities, where funding can go a lot further, aren’t ignored. “This government
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MP Mel Arnold chats with Norm Metcalf, general manager of Community Futures, at the grand opening of Arnold’s office on 29th Street, Thursday. may be more centred around larger areas,” he said as there appears to be a focus around transit for centres such as Toronto and Vancouver. One area Arnold is set on seeing some federal dollars flow this way is water control and availability. “If there is infrastructure work to be done with that I’ll be fighting hard to get funding for that.” Arnold has been named the deputy crit-
ic for fisheries, oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard in the Conservative shadow cabinet. With a background in marine (boat and RV refinishing) and the B.C. Wildlife Federation, protection of our precious resources is vital for Arnold. “If we get the zebra or quagga mussels it would be devastating,” said Arnold, who will be pushing for check stations at the borders as well as education. “We’ve
This bylaw proposes to replace the current City of Armstrong Zoning Bylaw No. 1268 that was written and adopted in 1997, with a new, modernized, Zoning Bylaw. This Bylaw applies to the entire geographical area of the City of Armstrong, including all land, buildings and structures. When? Monday, January 25, 2016 at 7:00 pm Where? Armstrong City Hall Council Chambers, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, BC Who should attend? All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaw. How can I find out more about this bylaw? A copy of the proposed Bylaw may be inspected at the following locations through to January 25, 2016: City Hall (3570 Bridge Street) during regular office hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays; Okanagan Regional Library Armstrong Branch (#10-3305 Smith Drive) through to January 25, 2016, during regular library hours; and On the city’s website www.cityofarmstrong.bc.ca How do I send a written submission? Written submissions (hand delivered, or sent by mail, courier, fax or email) will be received at City Hall until 4:30 pm on Monday, January 25, 2016. Hand delivered submissions will also be accepted at the Public Hearing, until the hearing is closed. All written submissions received within the allotted timeframe will be available to the public. Written submissions can be emailed to info@cityofarmstrong.bc.ca, faxed to (250) 546-3710, or delivered to PO Box 40, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0. Who can I speak to about this bylaw? Hazel Christy, Planner Email: planner@cityofarmstrong.bc.ca Phone: (250) 546-3023 No submissions to Council will be received following the conclusion of the Public Hearing. PO Box 40, 3570 Bridge Street, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B0 Tel: 250-546-3023 Fax: 250-546-3710 info@cityofarmstrong.bc.ca • www.cityofarmstrong.bc.ca
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been lucky so far.” Employment is another hot topic, with reducing red tape and opening up training opportunities as priorities. While trades are needed Canada-wide, so too are doctors and health care staff. “We’ve reached a point where there are more seniors over 65 than people under 15,” said Arnold, of national stats released in October. Despite the numbers, he’s concerned to see the government returning the age of retirement benefits back to 65, which the Conservatives were going to bring to 67 due to the fact that people are living longer. Such changes, along with promises made, has left the opposition wondering if the government is going to run the country into further debt. “We’re questioning how they’re going to pay for some of the things they’ve committed to” Having lived through the tough times of the 80’s, when interest rates reached 18 per cent, Arnold is concerned for the country’s residents. “If that interest rate all of a sudden doubles it would be devastating to personal finances and we want to make sure that doesn’t happen.” Resources are another major topic, including the softwood lumber agreement, which has expired. “B.C. and Alberta’s revenues could be dropping off,” said Arnold, noting the effect on transfer payments as they are the largest contributors. Arnold is keen to work hard for his constituents on these and other issues, and has already been assisting with immigration, work Visas, employment issues and helping local businesses. With his party no longer in government, Arnold says the Conservatives have listened and are sticking to their core values but will have a different tone. The party, which he is vice chairperson for the B.C. caucus, is also confident in its future. “We like to think of ourselves as government in waiting.”
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Dance Lessons Can Be Helpful Prior to a Wedding
• Go big. Some flowers simply bloom larger than others, and choosing such flowers may help you save money since you won’t need to buy as many flowers as you would if you were to go with smaller blooms. Once you find a florist to work with, discuss your options with regard to doing more with less. Many florists embrace the challenge to be creative within a budget, so you might just be surprised and impressed by what they come up with. Floral arrangements can set the mood for a wedding ceremony and reception, and even couples with little or no experience choosing arrangements can end up with stunning displays.
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hen planning their weddings, couples may find themselves becoming experts on subjects they previously never gave much thought. Thanks to the cost of weddings, today’s couples must make each decision carefully, and that may result in hours of research and discussion. One of the big decisions couples must make when planning their weddings concerns their floral arrangements. The right floral arrangements won’t break the bank but will add substantial aesthetic appeal to ceremonies and receptions. It can be difficult for couples to achieve that balance of cost and look on their own, so the following are a few helpful hints for couples when choosing their wedding day floral arrangements. • Work with a florist you trust and like. All florists are not the same, so finding one you can trust and will enjoy working with can make all the difference. Many couples have little
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or no experience with floral arrangements prior to planning their weddings, so it can calm couples’ nerves to work with someone they trust in such situations. Florists with significant wedding experience will no doubt make a host of recommendations based on couples’ budgets and preferences, so couples might be more inclined to listen to that advice if they are working with someone they trust. Ask relatives, friends or coworkers if they can recommend any florists whose wedding work they are familiar with. • Choose in-season or native flowers. Couples working with tight budgets may want to choose in-season flowers or those native to the area where they will be tying the knot. In-season and native flowers won’t need to be ordered or shipped in from afar, which can be costly. In-season and native flowers tend to be more abundant as well, and the greater their availability the less couples are likely to pay for them.
• Repurpose floral arrangements. Another way to save on floral arrangements is to repurpose flowers throughout the day. Once bridesmaids no longer need their bouquets, use them to decorate gift tables or cocktail areas. Floral arrangements on display during the ceremony can be removed once you have both said “I do” and moved into the reception area where they can be enjoyed through the night. Go over any repurposing you plan to do with your reception hall manager prior to your wedding day so he knows where and when to move the arrangements.
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part from their initial nerves during their wedding ceremonies, many couples feel comfortable having all eyes on them for the majority of their wedding days. However, some couples get a bit of stagefright when dancing as husband and wife for the first time. First dances and parent-child dances are popular wedding reception rituals. The couple’s dance serves as their first act as a married pair, often occurring at the onset of the wedding reception. Father-daughter and mother-son dances may take place at different points in the evening. Some people relish the idea of having the spotlight on them, while others are nervous about dancing in front of a crowd. While couples need not look like contestants on “Dancing With the Stars” to pull off a successful first dance, taking dance lessons prior to the wedding can teach men and women some key moves and help calm their nerves. Couples may want to begin dance lessons a few months before their wedding day to get acclimated to the experience. The more lessons couples take, the more comfortable
they will likely be when it comes time to cut a rug. Private dance lessons may be more effective than group lessons, as they enable one-on-one interaction with instructors, who point out any missteps immediately and correct form on the spot. Instructors also may suggest which routines couples should embrace and which they may want to avoid. Preparation can stem nervousness and help couples feel more confident on the dance floor, even if their dances last only a few minutes. The goal of dance lessons is for couples to become better dancers, but improved skills on the dance floor is not the only thing couples can take from dance lessons. • Exercise: Dancing is an excellent form of exercise that can help couples build up their endurance. In addition, the cardiovascular benefits of dancing can help couples shed a few pounds prior to their wedding days. • Stress relief: Planning a wedding is not always easy. Having a night of the week devoted to some fun couple time can help relieve some of the stress couples may feel when planning a wedding. • Enjoyable memories: Taking dance lessons as a couple is something couples may look back on fondly long after they have tied the knot and cut their first rug as husband and wife.
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A22 Sunday, January 17, 2016 - The Morning Star
Dance Lessons Can Be Helpful Prior to a Wedding
• Go big. Some flowers simply bloom larger than others, and choosing such flowers may help you save money since you won’t need to buy as many flowers as you would if you were to go with smaller blooms. Once you find a florist to work with, discuss your options with regard to doing more with less. Many florists embrace the challenge to be creative within a budget, so you might just be surprised and impressed by what they come up with. Floral arrangements can set the mood for a wedding ceremony and reception, and even couples with little or no experience choosing arrangements can end up with stunning displays.
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Sunday, January 17, 2016 - The Morning Star A23
or no experience with floral arrangements prior to planning their weddings, so it can calm couples’ nerves to work with someone they trust in such situations. Florists with significant wedding experience will no doubt make a host of recommendations based on couples’ budgets and preferences, so couples might be more inclined to listen to that advice if they are working with someone they trust. Ask relatives, friends or coworkers if they can recommend any florists whose wedding work they are familiar with. • Choose in-season or native flowers. Couples working with tight budgets may want to choose in-season flowers or those native to the area where they will be tying the knot. In-season and native flowers won’t need to be ordered or shipped in from afar, which can be costly. In-season and native flowers tend to be more abundant as well, and the greater their availability the less couples are likely to pay for them.
• Repurpose floral arrangements. Another way to save on floral arrangements is to repurpose flowers throughout the day. Once bridesmaids no longer need their bouquets, use them to decorate gift tables or cocktail areas. Floral arrangements on display during the ceremony can be removed once you have both said “I do” and moved into the reception area where they can be enjoyed through the night. Go over any repurposing you plan to do with your reception hall manager prior to your wedding day so he knows where and when to move the arrangements.
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part from their initial nerves during their wedding ceremonies, many couples feel comfortable having all eyes on them for the majority of their wedding days. However, some couples get a bit of stagefright when dancing as husband and wife for the first time. First dances and parent-child dances are popular wedding reception rituals. The couple’s dance serves as their first act as a married pair, often occurring at the onset of the wedding reception. Father-daughter and mother-son dances may take place at different points in the evening. Some people relish the idea of having the spotlight on them, while others are nervous about dancing in front of a crowd. While couples need not look like contestants on “Dancing With the Stars” to pull off a successful first dance, taking dance lessons prior to the wedding can teach men and women some key moves and help calm their nerves. Couples may want to begin dance lessons a few months before their wedding day to get acclimated to the experience. The more lessons couples take, the more comfortable
they will likely be when it comes time to cut a rug. Private dance lessons may be more effective than group lessons, as they enable one-on-one interaction with instructors, who point out any missteps immediately and correct form on the spot. Instructors also may suggest which routines couples should embrace and which they may want to avoid. Preparation can stem nervousness and help couples feel more confident on the dance floor, even if their dances last only a few minutes. The goal of dance lessons is for couples to become better dancers, but improved skills on the dance floor is not the only thing couples can take from dance lessons. • Exercise: Dancing is an excellent form of exercise that can help couples build up their endurance. In addition, the cardiovascular benefits of dancing can help couples shed a few pounds prior to their wedding days. • Stress relief: Planning a wedding is not always easy. Having a night of the week devoted to some fun couple time can help relieve some of the stress couples may feel when planning a wedding. • Enjoyable memories: Taking dance lessons as a couple is something couples may look back on fondly long after they have tied the knot and cut their first rug as husband and wife.
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The issue of catchment areas at the three elementary schools in Lake Country has been settled, at least for now. The Central Okanagan School District has voted to support a motion from staff that has adjusted the catchment areas for the three elementary schools. It closes the book on the issue of where elementary students will attend school in Lake Country with Davidson Road Elementary still over-capacity, Peter Greer near capacity and Oyama Traditional below
capacity. “It’s a decision that had to be made,” said chairperson Moyra Baxter. “Registration starts Feb. 1 and parents needed to know the board’s decision. How long of a term this will be in place remains to be seen. Lake Country is the fastest growing municipality in B.C. and if the numbers keep increasing we may have to look at this again. Hopefully it will last a few years and by that time we will have a middle school in Lake Country to relieve the pressure.” After a year-long consultation period, school board
trustees shifted the catchments to move students living in the Woodsdale Road area to Oyama Traditional School and students living in the SouthWest quadrant of Lake Country to Peter Greer (not including the Sage Glen subdivision). The issue divided Lake Country last year when an initial recommendation to the board would have moved students living in the new Lake’s subdivision to Oyama, instead of Davidson Road. Hundreds of parents showed up at a board meeting to voice their concerns and the board tabled a decision and
went back to the community for more consultation before coming to its decision. Most of the growth in Lake Country in past years has been in the Davidson Road catchment area and the school remains over-capacity. But Baxter said trustees supported the motion from staff and now the community must move forward. “It is a solution to the problem for the moment,” she said. “Davidson Road is still over-subscribed but there is enough space for the kids. So we will wait and see how it all works.”
Building blip explains district December dip JENNIFER SMITH Morning Star Staff
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C on s t r u c t i on in Coldstream appears to have taken a dive in December. But the numbers are deceiving. A total of three permits were issued with a construction value of just over $1 million for December 2015. This compares to 16 permits and construction value of more than $6 million for the same
month in 2014. “I think 2014 was a bit of an anomaly,” said Coun. Richard Enns. As building official Bob Bibby explains, December 2014 was unusually high due to proposed changes in the Building Code that would apply in 2015.
“A number of contractors submitted applications in December in order to have the old code requirements apply to their projects,” said Bibby, in his report to council. Overall, the number of housRichard Enns ing units in 2015 is down by half from last year, but total permits
issued is almost the same as 2014, and very close to the average of the past 10 years. “The average number of single family dwellings over the past five years is 35, so we are four units under average for 2015,” said Bibby. “Average total of new housing units (single and multi-family) over the past five years is 43, so at 36 we are just under the average for 2015.”
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It’s a Sweet Little Baby Boy! BANGER FAMILY WELCOMES BABY BOY Dhruv Banger born December 18, 2015 to the proud parents Balbir & Meenu Banger. The proud grandparents Jit Ram & Sunita Banger. Devinder (uncle) & Vishali (aunt) Banger.
GREEN - SNORRASON The families of James Green of Vernon and Jaymi Snorrason of Gimli, Manitoba are pleased to announce their engagement. Wedding to take place in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on Jan. 27 2016. James is the son of Jeanie Green of Vernon, and the late Howard Green of Tallulah, Louisiana. Jaymi is the daughter of Richard Snorrason and Michelle Goodwin of Gimli, Manitoba. We look forward to their wedding, and wish them all the luck and happiness in the world.
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Armstrong seeks to beautify landscape corridors The City of Armstrong wants to spruce up the place. Council unanimously supported a staff request to authorize requests for expressions of interest for landscape design and beautification plan services. “It’s been some time since the city undertook a rejuvenation of the commercial landscape areas,” said chief administrative officer Melinda Stickney in a report to
council. “The goal is to develop and implement a consistent look throughout that supports water conservation, and utilizes xeriscaping principles for a sustainable design as encouraged by the official community plan and water conservation program.” The five primary corridors the city is interested in updating the aged landscaping and infrastructure include: 1. Smith Drive from Pleasant Valley Road to
Rosedale Avenue; 2. Pleasant Valley Road from Highway 97 to Mill Street; 3. Pleasant Valley Boulevard from Mill Street to Okanagan Street; 4. Pleasant Valley Road from Okanagan Street to Bridge Street; 5. Pleasant Valley Road from Bridge Street towards the IPE Fairgrounds and in front of the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club. “The expressions of interest are just for com-
panies involved in this field, can supply the services and would like to work for us,” said Mayor Chris Pieper. Along the same lines, one councillor would also like to see the city add to its Christmas festiveness. Coun. Paul Britton is hoping that, during the upcoming budget deliberations, some money can be found to add more Christmas lights around the city. “I think we do a decent job but I always
Assessments on rise for residents ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
Preliminary tax and housing assessments for the City of Armstrong have increased. Figures released by B.C. Assessments show an increase in of 5.8 per cent for the total tax assessment for the city, and the average assessment for a single family residence went up by 4.7 per cent. “The thing to remember is this is preliminary,” said Armstrong chief financial officer Terry Martens. “The process concludes at the end of January.” The total tax assessment for the city is $664 million worth of value and improvements. That’s an
increase of $35 million from 2015. “Some of that is market change, some is new construction,” said Martens. “I don’t have the new construction figures yet but I estimate those figures at around $10 million.” The average single family residence in Armstrong in 2016 is $308,000. The market changes do not affect overall taxes because the city’s tax rates are like a yo-yo. “They go up and down based on market fluctuations,” said Martens. “Tax rates do take advantage of the increased tax base from new construction.” The city is beginning to work on its five-year financial plan, which has to be adopted in May.
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like to compare our downtown to what you see in Vernon, which is amazing,” said Britton. The high school counsellor has talked with people in Vernon about how they go about lighting up a two-block radius in downtown. Costs, he said, include about $10,000 for the
lights and the infrastructure was between $50,000 and $60,000. “City crews put the lights up, they stay up all year and I bring this up because we’re looking at beautifying five areas,” he said. “I think the entrance into Armstrong would be a good place to
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Following five highly successful seasons of travelogue presentations, Grannies à Gogo is about to present their inspiring 2016 season of four all-new destinations. Travelogue #29 focuses on Tasmania this Friday. Travelogue #30 looks at Kenya and the Masaai people Jan. 29. Travelogue #31 explores Egypt Feb. 5, and Travelogue #32 travels to southern India Feb. 12. All the PowerPoint presentations are scheduled for 10 a.m. at the People Place, downstairs in room 006. Tom Skinner launches this series with “The ABC’s of Tasmania.” The “A” looks at Art and Animals; “B” is for Beer, Boatbuilding, and Bruny Island; “C” examines the role of Convict history. Tom refers to the island state of Tasmania as the “Newfoundland of Australia” with its unique island mentality and fierce independence. In the second travelogue, Mary Stebbins presents “Kenya: My Maasai Sojourn,” a look at the remote highlands of Kenya where she was welcomed into a community of Maasai. Treated with unwavering hospitality, she spent several weeks immersed in the life of a Maasai family. Mary will share some of her experiences of everyday eating, cooking, and washing without running water or electricity in their earth-floored home, attending a traditional wedding, and the building of a classroom. She will discuss the hopes and challenges of these once-nomadic people, as they navigated their way between the ancient ways and the new. In the process Mary was forced to take a closer look at our Western concept of what it means to offer help. The season’s third travelogue takes us to “Egypt: Beyond the Pyramids” presented by Fran and Bill Wagner. They explore Cairo then hop to Luxor, site of ancient temples and the Valley of the Kings. They also will include the highlights of a three-day sail up the Nile to the idyllic city of Aswan, a foray to the amazing Black and White Deserts, and a trek to the almost unknown desert town of Siwa, a jewellike oasis near the border of Libya. Rounding out the winter morning Travelogue series is “Tuk-tuks, Temples and Overnight Trains — a Journey through Southern India” seen through the perceptive photos and comments of Wayne Emde. From the crush and noise of Chennai to the temples of Madurai, the beaches of Varkala, and the backwaters of Kerala, Wayne traversed the southern tip of India by tuk-tuk, overnight trains, bicycles, vans and boats. He encountered ancient temples and palaces, the beaches of Goa and the
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Fran and Bill Wagner pose before Egyptian pyramids, then take the audience far and wide throughout the country when they present “Egypt: Beyond the Pyramids” Travelogue for Grannies à Gogo Feb. 5 at 10 a.m. at the People Place.
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Tom Skinner’s camera captures this Tasmanian Devil in action, as well as many other intriguing aspects of that Australian state, when he presents “The ABC’s of Tasmania” Travelogue Jan. 22. ruins of Hampi. And along the way he ate exotic foods, bartered, struggled, laughed and gained a greater understanding of a distant part of the world. Join us as we travel to these four captivating destinations! All presentations will be held at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave.,
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Elegant Maasai women in their traditional dress sing at a wedding attended by Mary Stebbins. She will present her “Kenya: My Maasai Sojourn” Travelogue for Grannies à Gogo Jan. 29. lower level, at 10 a.m. Admission is $5 at the door. All proceeds directly support bereaved African grandmothers raising their orphaned grandchildren. For more information about Grannies à Gogo: the Vernon
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Dec. 3: Born to Nicole Pateliotes and Forrest Desmarais of Vernon, a boy, 7 lbs. 15 oz., named Jace Roland Desmarais. A grandson for Tom and Debra Pateliotes, Mike and Lisa Desmarais, all of Vernon. A great-grandson for Shirley Cochrane of Vernon, Ernie and Anita Desmarais of Hendersonville, South Carolina. Dec. 7: Born to Kris and Milannie Brown of Parksville, formerly of Armstrong, a girl, 5 lbs. 9 oz., named Joanna Lynn Alice. A sister for Benjamin, 5. A granddaughter for Rob and New Additions Debbie Brown of Armstrong, Murphy and Gloria Pottage of Victoria. Dec. 8: Born to James and Tiffany Withnall of Vernon, B.C., a girl, 6 lbs. 10 oz., named Harper Jayne. A granddaughter for Heather and Duane Grandbois, the late Wayne Dye, Jayne Withnall, all of Vernon. A great-granddaughter for George and Doreen Withnall of Vernon. Dec. 22: Born to Ryan and Amy Novakowski of Vernon, a boy, 6 lbs. 13 oz., named Myles Bradley. A grandson for Susan and Roger Lockwood, Brent and Karry McDougall, Randy and Cori Novakowski, all of Vernon. A greatgrandson for Gert Kashuba of Vernon. Dec. 24: Born to James Worth and Monique Lamoureux of Vernon, B.C., a boy, 8 lbs. 1 oz., named Hudson Stirling Worth. A brother for Evan, 14; Hannah, 12. A grandson for Paul and Lea Worth of Vernon; Jackie Rudsvick of Enderby, B.C.; Neil Moir of Edmonton, Alta. A great-grandson for Bernard Lamoureux of McLennan, Alta.; James Moir of Edmonton. Dec. 26: Born to Matthew McKeown and Ashley Smirl of Vernon, a boy, 6 lbs. 14 oz., named Samuel Michael McKeown. A brother for Josh and Grayson. A grandson for Kay Dale of Vernon, B.C.; Loretta Frith of Hope, B.C. A greatgrandson for Kathleen Rogers of Vernon. Dec. 28: Born to Dustin Player and Christina Fox of Lumby, B.C., a boy, 7 lbs. 7 oz., named Deklyn Harlee Player. A brother for Paityn, 6; Ryland, 21 months. A grandson for Sandra Fox and Lou Maillet of Victoria, B.C.; Carrie Player and Norm Shaw of Vernon, B.C.; Lorne and Michele Player of Mission, B.C.; Rick Fox of Gull Lake, Sask. A great-grandson for Stan and Donna Oystrick of Osoyoos, B.C,; Terri Fox of Victoria. Dec. 29: Born to Brandon Vatne and Brianna Bloch of Lake Country, a girl, 7 lbs. 6 oz., named Madeline Violet Vatne. A sister for Vanessa Vatne, 2. A granddaughter for Amber and Wayne Yamauchi of Surrey, B.C.; Hal and Cheryl Vatne of Lake Country, B.C. A great-granddaughter for Gordon and Myrna Bloch of Langley, B.C.; Maureen Vatne of Surrey. Dec. 31: Born to Dominique DuFault and Jarod Fehr of Vernon, a boy, 7 lbs. 10 oz., named Jordan James Taylor Kerr. A grandson for Robin Lessard, Sheri Peters and Chris Fehr, all of Vernon.
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Dec. 31: Born to Ivan and Natalie Scowen of Vernon, a girl, 8 lbs. 1 oz., named Maddy-Kay Noel. A sister for William, 5; Dominik, 3. A granddaughter for Lydia and Chris Melesko of Vernon, Larry and Wendy Penner of Cherryville. A great-granddaughter for Mike and Lillian Novotny of Armstrong. Dec. 31: Born to Andrew Dye and Lina Augaitis of Coldstream, a boy, 7 lbs. 1 oz., named Jonas James Dye. A grandson for Joseph Augaitis of Ottawa, Ont.; Malcolm Dye of Pennant, U.K.; Trish Murphy of Southampton, U.K. A greatgrandson for Janina Brazlauskas of Toronto, Ont. Jan. 1: Born to Kevin Graw and Shealeen Marchand of Vernon, B.C., a boy, 7 lbs. 1 oz., named Jacob Roderick Graw. A brother for Kianna, 11; Brooklyn, 9; Zain, 5. A grandson for Brian and Joanne Graw, Rod and Mary MacNeil, Duane Marchand and Cindy Lee, all of Vernon. A great-grandson for Donna Holmes. Jan. 2: Born to Jillian and Curtis Teagle of Lumby, B.C., twin boys: Brody Wayne, 7 lbs. 13 oz., and Chase Bradley, 7 lbs. 13 oz. Brothers for Dawson, 4. Grandsons for Wayne and Valerie Martin of Lumby, B.C.; Janet and Randy Roberts of Chipman, N.B.; Bradley Teagle of Vernon, B.C. Great-grandsons for Wayne and Elizabeth Brackley of Hope, B.C.; Muriel Jardine of Chipman, N.B. Great-great grandsons for Margaret Trethewey of Kitimat, B.C. Jan. 14: Born to Reginald and Stephanie Reimer of Armstrong, B.C., a girl, 7 lbs. 15 oz., named Victoria Maelynn. A granddaughter for Glenn and Frieda Reimer of Salmon Arm, B.C.; Ken and Brenda Regehr of Armstrong.
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Wokathon at the rice box Seventh annual fundraiser Jan. 17 from noon to 7 p.m. at The Rice Box. All revenue from the day is donated to The Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation and the Cambodia Support Group. To order, stop by the restaurant at 3104C-27th St. or order online at www.TheRiceBox.com or through the iPhone or android app. There will also be a silent auction, with many items up for bidding, donated by local businesses. georgette thrift shop “The World’s Favourite Store” is having a January half-price sale on yellow and green tags, purses and shoes and all jeans $1. Also have huge selection of outrageous Mardi Gras Winter Carnival costumes! Your purchases support local mental health programs. Thank you! Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. We are at 310028th Ave., behind Sir Winston’s. the mission dollar bin thrift store Fill a bag for a toonie all this week. Includes all regular priced clothes, shoes, dishes, movies, books and linens. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. til 5ish at 3008-34th St., downtown Vernon. Volunteer-run, all proceeds go directly to our Upper Room Mission where more than 300 meals a day are served to local singles, families and seniors in need. Thank you all for your support. pro life thrift store $1 pants sale We are overstocked with pants, so all our pants, jeans, fashion or casuals, men’s, women’s and kids on sale. Where else can you get a pair of jeans for only $1? Sale runs Jan. 17 to 23. We are open Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We are at 3102-31st Ave., near bus depot. Info., call 250-545-0777. ukuleles for fun Here we go again! It’s time to tune up your ukulele and attend Jan. 17, our first get-together at the Army & Navy hall Practices begin at 1:30 p.m. for beginners, and regular players at 2 p.m. Watch for the sign, and welcome to our practice! For more information, please call Jan at 250-542-4912. Vernon treatment centre Do you or a loved one have an alcohol/drug and/or other addiction problem? We can help! Day and evening courses available. Call 542-6151 for more info. okanagan chinese baptist church Worship in Cantonese with Mandarin interpretation every third Sunday of the month starting at 2 p.m. at Vernon Faith Baptist Church, 3908-27th St. elks mega meat draW Join us the third Sunday of the month at the Elks lodge, 3101 - 30th St. (across from Greyhound) for Vernon’s most popular mega meat draw which includes 50/50. Variety baskets, meat basket and concessions. Everyone welcome. All monies go to charities and children in Vernon. Doors open 1 p.m., draws start 2 p.m. Check us out on Facebook at Vernon Elks.
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the okanagan humane society’s clearance sale Jan. 18 to 23 at The Shops at Polson Park, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thousands of square feet of bargains: furniture, pictures, crafts, ornaments, linens, clothes, dishes, small appliances, lamps and lamp fixtures, Christmas trees, wreaths, pet supplies, indoor artificial trees and plants, a live fig tree, fridge and stove, table saw, etc. etc. For more info., call Hazel at 250-542-1607. All proceeds go towards the care of neglected and abandoned cats and kittens. north okanagan optimist club meets Jan. 18 from 7 to 9 p.m., The Pantry, 3908-3nd St., Vernon. Start off the new year by checking out the Optimists and see them in action at their first meeting of 2016. Upcoming projects will be discussed, including plans that are well under way for the Heritage Fair and this year’s Unplug and PLaY Week slated for April 30 to May 8. If “Bringing Out The Best In Kids” appeals to you, do come to check us out. We’d be happy to meet you, as new Optimists are always welcome! For info., see http://northokanaganoptimistclub.org/ society of open learning & discussion SOLD meets Mondays at 9:30 a.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Jan. 18, the Vernon Army Camp History et al. presented by Wayne Emde. canadian federation of uniVersity Women Vernon Club lunch meeting Jan. 18 at Schubert Centre, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., $15. For members and guests. Speaker: Jeunesse Pearson on Importance of Play and Laughter in Our Lives. New members welcome. Info: 250-545-6171. home to the end society offers time out Program for the elderly who are isolated or are unable to attend regular community activities, such as people with mild dementia. Program also provides relief for caregivers. Participants must register prior to attending. Each three-hour session runs Mondays at People Place in Vernon, room 003, for $30. Clients participate in comfortable group setting with support from our caring staff who provide rec-
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ilver Star Mountain Museum invites all who worked at or skied on Silver Star in the years 1958 to 1980 or anyone interested in those years to gather for “Tales of Mystery, Intrigue, and Follies” Monday, Jan. 25 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Silver Star Townhall. Special guest host Gabe Newman. Music by Molly Boyd and the Ice Worms. Limited tickets, $20 at Village Ski Shop. Dress code: vintage ski wear. Bring your stories for sharing. For info., please call 250-938-3242.
reational and therapeutic activities. Space limited, so early registration recommended. Please call Leslie or Lucia at 778-212-4046 in Vernon. Info., www.hometotheend.com yoga in the chair classes (& breathing exercises) Schubert Centre, Mondays 1 to 2 p.m. Improves energy, boosts immunity, healing, increases mobility and range of motion, flexibility and circulation, returns the body, mind and spirit to balance and overall wellbeing. Everyone welcome! By donation. For more info., e-mail blueeagleyoga@shaw.ca or visit blueeagleyoga.com enderby cliff quilters meet First, third and fifth Mondays from 1 to 4 p.m., we now meet at the Enderby Seniors Complex on George St. Bring your machine and sew on your individual project or a group project. New members always welcome. For more info., call Bonnie at 250-838-7024 or June at 250-838-5655. Vernon accordion club Dancers and listeners are invited to come and enjoy two hours of accordion music that includes waltzes, polkas, foxtrots, schottisches, and Latin. Every Monday 7-9 p.m. at the Halina Centre. Accordion players, come join us on stage. For more information, call 250-546-3192. fun time: halina seniors centre Every first and third Monday of the month, 1 to 3 p.m. Come to first one and plan games for upcoming weeks. Have fun and learn. Cost: 50 cents/session. At 3310-37th Ave., behind Rec Centre. Info., 250-542-2877. tops (take off pounds sensibly) meets Mondays at First Baptist Church, 1406-32nd Ave. Weigh-in from 6 to 6:45 p.m. with meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. All ages welcome. Call Joan at 250-542-9328 or Judy at 250-545-5491. youth opportunities unlimited (you) Peer support group for youth and young adults with a variety of disabilities at Independent Living Vernon, meets Mondays 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. (except stat holidays) at People Place, 3402-27th Ave. It is a great group for youth with disabilities, ages 16-29. The main goals of the group are to meet other youth with similar interests, build skills for independence and networking in the community, while feeling encouraged and supported in a safe environment. Joining the group is free. There are usually snacks and games planned. Info. Crystal Compton at 250-545-9292 or e-mail to crystal@ilvernon.ca aa meetings Monday to Sunday 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; this is an open meeting and is handicap accessible. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H) Women in Recovery Group (H), closed, 7 p.m., Albert Place, 3610-25th Ave., Vernon. (X). Open meeting at 8 p.m., Lutheran Church, 1204-30 Ave., Vernon. Cornerstone group for men; closed; Mondays at 8 p.m.; handicap access, Vernon Alano Club, 3204 Alexis Park Dr., and open meeting 5 p.m. daily. Cherryville meeting (X), open, 7 p.m., 7th-Day Adventist Church, Holmes Rd., off Creighton Valley Rd. (H) Handic. Access (X) No access. Info., call 250-545-4933. the schubert centre has cards Every day you can find at least one game of cards being played. Monday is pinochle from noon to 3 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday is bridge 1 to 3:30 p.m., crib 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., canasta noon to 3 p.m., Wednesday is Scrabble 10 to 11:30 a.m., Friday is canasta at 1 p.m. Members are $1 and non-members $2. All are welcome. monday night Vernon toastmasters Do you need training in leadership? Would you like to communicate more effectively? We welcome you to come and see what the Toastmasters program can do for you. We meet in the coffee shop in the Schubert Centre Mondays 7:30 p.m. For more information, please call Barb at 250-542 -0925. kids in control for children with loved ones living with men-
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tal illness, runs for eight consecutive Tuesdays after school from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. Feb. 2 to March 22 at the People Place. For more information or to register your child aged eight to 13 in the program, contact Dianne at the Mental Illness Family Support Centre at 250-260-3233 or mifsc@shaw.ca by Jan. 19.
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Vernon seniors oapo branch 36 Meets Jan. 19 at 1:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre. First meeting of 2016 features The Power of Positive Thinking, also a Tai Chi demo. All members and interested visitors welcome. Meet new friends over refreshments. north okan. orchid society meets Jan. 19 at the Vernon Community Arts Centre at 7 p.m. Guest speaker Margaret Pratt, member of the Vancouver Orchid Society and who is studying to be an American Orchid Society Judge, will speak on “How to grow orchids in your home.” She has some great slides and tells how no green house or special equipment is necessary for many types of orchids and she will share how it is done. Bring your questions! Enjoy our members show table of blooming orchids which includes many types never seen in stores. Refreshments provided by club members. Call Anne for more info. at 250-545-5932. falun gong—mind/body/spirit The ultimate qi gong and meditation system based on universal principles of truthfulness, compassion and tolerance. Demo. and practice of four standing gentle exercises followed by seated meditation. Suitable for all ages. Always free (donations not accepted); Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Info., www.falundafa.org or minghui.org or 250-545-4402. open crib every Tuesday 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre. We would like you to come and join us to play competitive cards and meet some new friends. single friends 60+ Weekly coffee meets Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at the food court, Village Green Centre. Come out for coffee and pick up an activity list. Join us, there is no membership fee. Our group has been meeting for 13 years, we have fun and do all kinds of activities. Wood carVing club meets tuesdays We meet Tuesdays 1 to 4 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre, Polson Park behind the science centre. Info., Liz Doucette at 250-260-6043, 250-306-2684 or shelinek@hotmail.com oVercomers’ meeting If you’re totally happy with the direction your life is going, great! If not, perhaps you should consider Overcomers. Overcomers provides timely, measurable and attainable goals for dealing with personal issues of brokenness in a safe, caring environment. A 16-week program with daily journaling and a weekly meeting takes place Tuesdays 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Family Church, 3508-25th Ave., Vernon (back door). For info., call Harold at 250-503-4582, Bev at 250-545-9648 or Tod at 250-550-8145. aboriginal infant & early childhood deVelopment Free swimming Tuesdays from 2 to 2:30 p.m. Meet at the aquatic centre. For more info., 542-7578. Vernon flying club & copa flight 65 Meets the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at 6210 Tronson Rd., Vernon Airport. You don’t have to have an aircraft to join, just an interest in general aviation and camaraderie. Koffee Klatch meets daily at 10 a.m. Come and check us out. Info., Marion at 250-542-1740. lumby Women’s (55+) tuesday’s together meet twice a month; the third Tuesday of the month the ladies meet at the seniors’ drop-in, 1751 Glencaird St. at 11:30 and car-pool to lunch. seniors lunches: armstrong legion Wednesdays at noon at Branch 35 for $7. To reserve, call by noon Tuesday, 546-8455.
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Musicians take to stage for refugees Morning Star Staff
As the refugee crisis continues to dominate global headlines, North Okanagan residents are coming together in support. A fundraising event will be held at Vernon’s Trinity United Church Jan. 30 as part of efforts to bring a refugee family to the area. “Hope for a Family is the theme for the event,” said Norma John, one of the event organizers. “The theme reflects the hope that is being expressed by refugees arriving in Canada.” The doors open at 5 p.m. and an international dinner will be served by Chef Darren Bezanson, from Royal York Golf Course. There will also a silent auction and entertainment will include Henry Piovesan, the Lent Fraser Wall Trio, the Vernon Country Scottish Henry Piovesan Dancers, the Trinity United choir, soloists from St. Andrew’s United in Enderby, Ian and Ann Dorval, the Trinity Drums and Andre Van den Berg. “We are overwhelmed with the response we have received from such talented individuals,” said John. “This is shaping up to be a very special evening of music and camaraderie.” Van den Berg Tickets are $25 per person and they are available at Trinity United Church Tuesday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Trinity and St. Andrew’s are currently working through the federal sponsorship process for refugees, and the fundraiser is a critical step forward. “Come out and enjoy the evening and support our incoming famSUBMITTED PHOTO ily,” said John. For more information about the event or how to support refugee John Lent (left), Neil Fraser and Shelby Wall, of the Lent Fraser Wall Trio, will be performing at a fundraiser Jan. 30 to bring a refugee family to Vernon. sponsorship, call Trinity United Church at 250-545-0797.
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he first few weeks of January always seem so calm and serene compared to the hustle and bustle of the previous month. Similarly, the arts scene takes a brief intermission as students, teachers, artists and touring groups recharge after a typically jam-packed fall and holiday season. As someone who sees so many performances throughout the Brian van Wensem year, the last few weeks have been a great time to reflect on my favourites from 2015. Now looking ahead to 2016, we’ve got another year of world-class entertainment coming to our neighbourhood starting this week.
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One of Canada’s top rock bands will be making a tour stop in Vernon Monday when Theory of a Deadman takes the stage at the Performing Arts Centre. Platinum-selling and Juno award-winning, this hard rock band has amassed an impressive string of awards and smash hits including Bad Girlfriend, So Happy, By the Way and more. The music starts at 7:30 p.m. and tickets can still be purchased for this show through the Ticket Seller box office at 250-549SHOW (7469). The Snowed In Comedy Tour returns to Vernon Friday, with top comedians Pete Zedlacher, Dan Quinn, Craig Campbell and Paul Myrehaug. On the slopes of winter resorts by day, and hosting a hilarious evening of comedy
by night, these comedians offer up a powerhouse of comedic talent. You can expect adult content and language in this uncensored occasion that gets going at 8 p.m. at the Performing Arts Centre. Call the Ticket Seller at 549-SHOW (7469) for your tickets. What happens when a dragon moves into the neighbourhood? Find out Saturday when Tears of Joy Theatre tells the story of The Reluctant Dragon. As magnificent as any dragon who ever took the stage, this dragon is not the fearsome type. He and the boy who befriends him are more interested in art and poetry and this story takes audience members of all ages on an adventure with the underlying theme to never judge a book by its cover. The show-
time is 2 p.m. and tickets are still available through the box office by calling 549-SHOW (7469). The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra kicks off 2016 with a French soirée at the Performing Arts Centre Jan. 24. Inspired by the poetry, love and jazz of Paris, Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun is on the programme, along with Faure’s Pavane, Op. 50, Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G Major, and Bizet’s L’Arlésienne Suite No. 2. There is a pre-concert talk at 6 p.m. in the Marie Fleming Hall for those interested and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. in the main auditorium. Call the Ticket Seller at 250-549-SHOW (7469) or go online at www.ticketseller.ca for your tickets. Enjoy the shows.
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dentical twins Sara and Jess (Natalie Dormer) have always just known when the other was in trouble, even if separated by a great distance for a long time. After Jess moves to Japan to teach English, Sara begins having feelings that something might be wrong. When Sara cannot reach Jess, she phones the school which informs her that Jess was last seen going into Aokigahara Forest at the base of Mount Fuji. The forest is known as the Suicide Forest and Sara is told that normally, once people go into the it, they do not return. Believing Jess is still Taylor and Howe alive, Sara travels to Japan to find her. We say, “The idea is scarier than the film.” TAYLOR: Aokigahara Forest, which has a third name, the Sea of Trees, does contain a small portion which tradition tells us is haunted by demons. It is true that there have been and continue to be suicides committed amongst these trees at the feet of Japan’s greatest mountain. This, in and of itself, is pretty creepy fodder for a horror film. Dark, scary forest plus corpses should be enough. But if this is to also be a movie in which something happens, we must see through the characters’ eyes to truly appreciate their fear. Thus we are privy to Sara’s hallucinations and dreams.
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Natalie Dormer plays twin sisters in the movie The Forest, which is set in Japan. The problem is that these moments fall into the not-so-thrilling format of jump scares surrounded by stumbling around in the dark. HOWE: I agree. The scares are just not long enough, for example you get a quick one or two second flash to make you jump and then it’s gone. What they should have done is drawn it out a little longer, building the tension. There is a little build up in this, by way of the soundtrack, which is one of the better scores for a horror movie. TAYLOR: It did sound and look pretty good, but the moments of near scariness were fleeting and atypical. HOWE: I enjoyed the concept of
the film, the storyline is so-so and the acting is OK, but the movie just didn’t gel together for some reason. It could be the fact that I didn’t feel convinced that Dormer was able to pull off playing both roles of sisters. The sisters being so identical, even down to the birthmarks on their faces being exactly the same, is uncanny. If you are going to use the same person to play two people, at least give them each their own look, don’t just dye their hair and say there you go, two different people. Taylor gives it 2 abandoned tents out of 5. Howe gives it 2.5 protein bars out of 5.
Deadline for short story contest draws near
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Promising writers are encouraged to sharpen their pencils, get the creative juices flowing, and finalize their submissions for the annual Okanagan Short Story Contest. The Feb. 1 deadline is
fast approaching for this annual fiction writing competition sponsored by UBC Okanagan’s Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies (FCCS), the Capital News, and the Central Okanagan Foundation. The contest is open
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Directed by Matt Brown Come and experience an “audition atmosphere.” No previous experience needed and no preparation necessary. If you know a monologue, we ‘may’ look at it. Come dressed to play and be physical (jogging pants, yoga pants, or sweats...) For a complete description of Characters and Plot Summary visit our website at: www.powerhousetheatreaudtion.com. If you are currently a member of our Talent Bank it is not necessary for you to reapply but please ensure your personal data is up-to-date. For this production, which will run April 27 to May 7, 2016, we will require: Males: 20-30 yrs (1), 30 - 40 yrs (1), 20 - 50 yrs (1) and 50 - 70 yrs (1) Females: 20 - 30 yrs (1), 30 - 40 yrs (1) and 50 - 70 yrs (1).
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Rehearsals begin March 7th. Note this play is scheduled to go to the Zone Festival in Oliver on May 20-27, 2016. If it is chosen to go to Mainstage to be held in Chilliwack B.C dates TBA. Complete audition form online: www.powerhousetheatreaudition.com or complete the form at the theatre on the above dates. Powerhouse Theatre is a member of Theatre BC
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to all writers in the Southern Interior, and writers are encouraged to submit their original adult fiction stories that are 1,000 to 4,000 words in length (about four to 20 pages, typed, doublespaced). There is a $15 fee for each entry.
Top prize is $500 and a week’s residency at the Woodhaven Eco Culture Centre in Kelowna. Second prize is $200 and $100 for third. Complete rules for the contest can be found at okstorycontest.
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org/rules. Anne Fleming, FCCS associate professor who teaches creative writing, says the annual contest can often be a welcome acknowledgment that what writers are doing is worthwhile and worth continuing. “Story contests give you a deadline and a reason to revise and make your story the best it can be,” she said. “There are a zillion secret, or not so secret, writers out there, and this is a chance to go public, to say, ‘Yes, my writing matters.’” Shelley Wood won the contest in 2014 and says the recognition provided the confidence she needed to keep writing and continue submitting manuscripts. She has recently finished the first draft of a novel.
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Anita Mae Hood January 17, 1924 - January 8, 2016 Age: 92 years
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our matriarch. Deb passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2016 at the age of 64, at hospice in Vernon, BC after a sudden and brief struggle with cancer. Beloved mother to daughters Sonja (Blair) and Amber (Dany); proud grandmother to Jacob and Sabrina; dear friend to former husband, Kevin; the eldest of nine siblings: Cheryl (Bart), Kim (Cormac), Ceci (Mike), Richard, Shawn (Laurel), Tracy, James; and predeceased by, Lisa. Debbie will be greatly missed by her loving and large extended family, friends and colleagues from her long, devoted career as a Business Agent for the Hospital Employees Union and numerous facets of community service work both in Vancouver and the Okanagan, and more recently, her time as a volunteer for the Meals on Wheels program at the Schubert Centre. Debra had a way of touching the hearts of all those she came in contact with, through her generous spirit of unconditional love and her vibrant zest for the simplest of life’s pleasures. We will be forever grateful for her teachings; her essence will live on in us and continue to uplift this world. A service of remembrance is scheduled for Saturday, January 23, 2016 at Pleasant Valley Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Debbie’s life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kelowna’s Gospel Mission. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to PLEASANT VALLEY DIGNITY FUNERAL HOME, 4303 P.V. Road, Vernon, B.C. V1T 4M4 Phone: (250) 542-4333. Condolences may be offered at pleasantvalleyfh.com
Anita was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Ida Hebb and by two brothers, Fred Hebb and Bernie Hebb. She is survived by her loving husband, Bruce; her children: Kathy (Ken) Hutchinson, Val (Morley) Myren, Dwight (Dey) Boulton, Bill (Shannon) Boulton; stepchildren: Linda (Neil) Taylor, Mark (Elizabeth) Hood, Lorelei Cooper, and Gordon (Teresa) Hood. She is also survived by four brothers: Roy (Norma), Russell (Lorraine), Wilson (Evelyn), and Bruce (Marge); two sisters: Evelyn and Brenda. Anita and Bruce also share 16 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Anita was born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, U.S.A. At age 2, she moved to Nova Scotia, grew up there and then moved to Winnipeg where she raised her family. She moved to Vancouver, worked for United Cigar Stores, and later moved to Vernon where she and Bruce met at a dance. Together they took up pattern dancing and joined the Halina Center Pattern Dancers. They enjoyed performing for residents at seniors’ homes throughout Vernon and area. Anita liked gardening — her favourite flowers were pink roses. She also enjoyed golfing and going on bus tours as well as attending music festivals. For many years at Christmas time, Anita made it a tradition to make gingerbread houses for her grand kids. The family would like to thank Dr. Mandreck and the staff at Noric House for their compassionate care of Anita during her stay. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that anyone wanting to contribute to the memory of Anita may do so to the Alzheimer’s Society.
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Willy on January 9, 2016 at Vernon Hospice House with his family by his side. He was born February 16, 1931 in Pangman, SK, and after moving from Saskatchewan as a young man, spent his life in Armstrong, He worked for Bud Pieper, BC Pea Growers, Okanagan Dairy Transport, and Baird Bros. His greatest passion was rebuilding antique tractors.
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Willy on January 9, 2016 at Vernon Hospice House with his family by his side. He was born February 16, 1931 in Pangman, SK, and after moving from Saskatchewan as a young man, spent his life in Armstrong, He worked for Bud Pieper, BC Pea Growers, Okanagan Dairy Transport, and Baird Bros. His greatest passion was rebuilding antique tractors.
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“THE SADDEST MOMENT IS WHEN THE PERSON WHO GAVE YOU THE BEST MEMORIES BECOMES A MEMORY�
Our beloved mother and grandmother, the matriarch of our family, passed peacefully from this Earth into the arms of those she loved.
With sorrow in our hearts, yet relief for the end of her suffering, the family of Molly Inman Davies (nee Jardine) announces the passing of our amazing mom on January 7th, 2016.
Ruth was born in Drayton Valley to Swedish immigrants. Her childhood was spent on a homestead, collecting eggs, picking berries, and rambling in the woods.
Molly was predeceased by the love of her life, Walter (1981); her parents Matilda (1983) and Robert Jardine (1930); infant brother Robert (1923); brother Leonard (1970); and sister Grace (1983). Molly leaves a legacy of love within her children and their spouses: Heather (Alex) Anderson, Bruce (Terry) Davies, Rick (Barb) Davies, and Dawne (Ted) Martin; her 11 grandchildren: Brittney (Mark), Jason (Milann), Rachel (Mike), Cole (Shallyn), Jared (Lauren), Sarah (Matt), Shauna (Ryan), Sydney (Kevin), Dustin (Jenn), Cody (Ashley), and Dylan (Kait). “GG Molly� is also survived by her 14 great-grandchildren: Kianna, Alex, Makenna, Kael, Norah, Breckan, Avery, Waylon, Oliver, Darius, Rowynn, Naomi, Nico, and Memphis. She was the matriarch to so many and cherished by her nieces, nephews and their families (all the way to Scotland, with her special nephew, Stewart). Molly was born in Dumfries, Scotland on March 13, 1929. Along with her widowed mother, Tillie, she immigrated to Weyburn, Saskatchewan in 1947. She married Walter Davies in 1950 in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, moving on to B.C. in 1952, living in Dawson Creek, Prince George and Vernon. After losing Walt in 1981, Molly courageously started her 22-year adventure living in English Bay, Vancouver (1987). Being back by the sea, making a new life with new friends and reconnecting with special old friends was a dream come true for her. Here, she enjoyed her Canucks, critters in Stanley Park, theatre, Saturday shopping and ‘beer with the girls’, and thrived on entertaining the steady flow of family. During this time she travelled to her beloved Scotland, New Orleans, Hong Kong, New York, Tunisia, Yugoslavia, Vegas and Reno with her girls, and travelled on many adventurous road trips. Failing health prompted her to reluctantly leave her wonderful friends and city life and return to Vernon in 2008. Her final 7 years were spent happily living at the Victorian Retirement Residence. Despite her health struggles, she enjoyed life surrounded by her children, their families and her new Victorian family. Many words describe “Mollo� or “Queen of quite a lot,� as she was affectionately nicknamed. Being young-atheart with a zest for life, her infectious laugh, liberal attitude, no-nonsense advice and empathy, drew people to her from all ages and walks of life. Mom loved her family fiercely, (along with their dogs) and was an inspiration and mentor to many. We would like to thank the many people who took special care of our mom, especially Dr. Lindsay Hayward (& Nurse Sheridan), Dr. DeBeer and the amazing, caring staff at the Victorian.
Mom met her future husband, Perry Hystad, a Norwegian immigrant, at a baseball game.They fell in love, and enjoyed the ups and downs of married life for 57 years. Mom was a camp cook in remote logging camps, until Dad got his own sawmill up and running – Hystad Brothers. After living in Grande Prairie and Jasper, the family ended up in Valemount B.C., with Dad running the mills, and Mom taking care of everything else as women do! Mom raised and loved five children – Harold (Ada), Peter, Lawrence (Gloria), Kenn (Donna), and Joyce (Yossi). We enjoyed a childhood of dirt and freedom, forts and fishing, bonfires and snowforts – being whistled home for a good home cooked supper every day. In 1964 Dad retired and Mom and Dad began a new life in Vernon, where they enjoyed the Okanagan lakes and the summer sunshine. Dad passed in 1994, and Mom carried on living in the Hystad family home with her son Peter, until she needed more care and moved to Creekside. Sadly, Peter passed away in 2014. Mom stayed strong for the rest of us through this loss. Mom and Dad loved in their lives many grandchildren and great grandchildren and Mom was there for them all. She weathered the storms of “teenagerhood�, and was the Grandma who sailed off to pick up wayward teenagers in the middle of the night if need be! We feel blessed that we were able to have her in all our lives for as long as we did. She truly was our anchor. We will always remember her wise words of advice: “Stand tall. Walk proud. Let it go. Go after your dreams. Look to the future. Accept love.� Rest in Peace our dear and loved Mom, Grandma, and GG Celebration of her life to be held in the Spring
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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 resumé to humanresources@nixonwenger.com by Friday, January 29, 2016.
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Dukhia Farms is looking Orchard Workers from April Oct 20. $10.49/hr. Apply 6308 Apple Lane Vernon 250-545-1780
This position requires you to be highly organized, detail-oriented, and you must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize. This position involves taking instructions, drafting legal agreements as well as more traditional legal secretary/paralegal tasks. While you will independently manage files, you will work closely with a team of lawyers and other support staff to deliver outstanding service to our clients.
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DCT celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2014, we have been consistently successful achieving a position as one of the largest road transport companies in the Pacific Northwest.
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PT admin assistant wanted for closed Nickel Plate Mine near Hedley, BC. Full job description and apply online at Barrick.com.
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
Shampooches Pet Grooming 4311 25th Ave, Vernon. Call for information 250-275-1385
Painting & Decorating
FIREWOOD FOR SALE We have apple, birch, fir or pine. Delivery available. 250-260-7932
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DEBT WORRIES? You have options. Call BDO to arrange a
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202-2706 30th Ave, Vernon Renee Hubert, Estate Administrator Marie Harding, Estate Administrator Donna Mihalcheon, CPA, CA, CIRP
BDO Canada Limited Proposal Administrators Trustee in Bankruptcy
Excepting applications for a live-in female care giver to aide a 60 yr old male, diabetic, dialysis amputee. In exchange for a rental offset. Estimate of 3 to 4 hrs per/wk for chores, laundry, cleaning, bathing & groceries. Mature, cheerful, dependable & enjoy country living. 250-549-1002 Alan. Green Velvet Lawn & Tree Care is looking for an energetic, conscientious worker to join our team. Valid drivers license required, and pesticide applicators certificate, but could obtain this upon hire. Resumes accepted at 5212 27th Ave or email to green2@shaw.ca.
Help Wanted
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D & M Auto Recycling, a Dynamic Auto Recycling Company located in Lumby, is looking for Shipping / Receiving Person. Starting at $17/hr Must be organized, and have some computer and auto-part knowledge. Contact: Kas @autorecycling.com or fax 250-547-2301
SMALL PAINTING contractor serving Vernon and area for 25 yrs requires 2 F/T painters and 1 casual P/T helper. Must have own tools and transport. Wages based on experience. Please reply with resume to Box 8 c/o Vernon Morning Star, 4407 25th Ave, Vernon, BC, V1T 1P5.
Medical/Dental MOA needed for busy 5 Physician clinic. EMR experience is preferred. Bring resume IN PERSON to Clinic Manager at Three Lakes Medical Clinic.
Help Wanted
Work Wanted *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449 Affordable Handyman Services. Dump Runs, Small jobs. Gutter cleaning, tree trimming, local moves, etc. Kris 250308-4100
INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 1250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca C- 250-938-1944
THE CRA now has A DUTY OF CARE and is ACCOUNTABLE to CANADIAN TAX PAYERS.
Services
Art/Music/Dancing Dance Classes at the Inner World School Start Jan 12 & 14. Creative movement, creative ballet & cotemporary. For ages 2 - 15. Andrea 250-5035416 Guitar Lessons, strum chords, and/or read music, play favorite songs. Norm 778-932-2537
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8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $65-$110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, or Sale.
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Medical Supplies Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240
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BUY-SELL-CONSIGN Furniture, Tools, Appliances Antiques & Collectables, Vehicles
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CALL DODDS AUCTION 250-545-3259
WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240
Misc. Wanted Coin Collector Looking to Buy Collections, Olympic Gold & Silver Coins, Loose, Sets, etc Chad: 1-250-863-3082 Local
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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Nominations are open for the 10th annual B.C. Health Care Awards. The awards celebrate successes and achievements in B.C.’s health care system, and recognize people who provide outstanding care and support. Awards are for projects that improve health care delivery, and for individuals who make a positive impact and inspire those
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Since the awards were launched by the Health Employers Association of BC in 2007, 101 Gold Apples and 77 Awards of Merit have been awarded to health employees who are improving B.C.’s health care system. Visit BCHealthCareAwards.ca or follow on Twitter or Facebook to learn more. Winners will be announced at a luncheon in Vancouver on June 27.
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Public Hearing - 3214 - 35th Street Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number 5576, 2015
Notice is hereby given that City Council will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of interested persons or persons who deem their interest in property affected by the below-mentioned bylaw at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, January 25, 2016, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C.: 3214 – 35th Street Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number 5576, 2015
Location: Legal Description: The Council of the Corporation of the City of Vernon is seeking The City of Vernon Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel is scheduled to Applicant: to fill one vacancy on the following Council Committee: meet on Thursday, January 28th, at 1:00pm at City Hall, 3400 Present Zoning: Proposed Zoning: One (1) position on the Advisory Planning Committee – 30 Street, Vernon, BC to authenticate the parcel tax roll in Purpose: accordance with the below Parcel Tax Bylaws: representing the community at large, a representative with a background in accessibility for the disabled/mobility impaired. “Parcel Tax (Adventure Bay Sanitary Sewer Pump LAS) The Committee’s purpose is to provide City Council with advice Bylaw Number 5540, 2015” and recommendations on proposed land use and planning Parcels from 8800 Adventure Bay Road to 8700 Tronson Road changes, and related matters. The term of these positions will “Parcel Tax (Adventure Bay Sanitary Sewer Pipe LAS) be for four years with the Committee meeting at 4 p.m. every Bylaw Number 5541, 2015” two weeks on the Tuesday following Council’s Regular Meeting. Parcels from 8800 to 8853 Adventure Bay Road If you are interested in serving the community on this committee, you may pick up a copy of the applicable Terms of Reference and a volunteer application form at Reception at City Hall or visit our website at www.vernon.ca/government-services/mayor-council/ council-committees. Applications will be accepted no later than 4:30 pm, Friday, January 29, 2016. Month
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Public Hearing Monday, January 25, 2016 • 5:30 pm • 3214 - 35th Street Rezoning Amendment Bylaw Number 5576, 2015 All Meetings of Council are held in the Council Chambers at City Hall. If you require further information, please contact Patricia Bridal, Director Corporate Services.
“Parcel Tax (Adventure Bay Water LAS) Bylaw Number 5542, 2015” Parcels from 8800 Adventure Bay Road to 8700 Tronson Road
3214 – 35th Street (see map below) Lot 5, DL 72, Plan 3695, ODYD Jed Astin on behalf of Jeruth Holdings Ltd. C3 – Mixed Use Commercial C2 – Transitional Commercial To rezone the property in order to convert the existing single family dwelling into a rooming house with eight sleeping units.
Enquiries relative to the above proposed bylaw should be directed to the Community Infrastructure and Development Division located at the Community Services Building, 3001 32nd Avenue, Vernon, B.C. or by calling 250-550-3634. A copy of the bylaw and relevant background documents are available for inspection during normal business hours (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.), “Parcel Tax (30th Avenue Streetscape Improvement LAS) Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays) from Bylaw Number 5522, 2015” January 18 to January 25, 2016. Any correspondence relating 3318 30 Ave, 3316-3312 30 Ave, 3309 Coldstream Ave, to this application can be delivered to the Corporate Officer, 3300 30 Ave, 3306 30 Ave, 3304 30 Ave, City of Vernon, 3400 - 30th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 5E6 or by 3320 30 Ave, 3334 30 Ave (Strata), 3001 34 St, sending an email to PHearings@vernon.ca. All correspondence 3315 30 Ave, 3313 30 Ave, 3309 30 Ave, and petitions received between January 17, 2016 (the date of notification) and 3:00 p.m. on Monday, January 25, 2016 shall 3301 30 Ave, 3413 30 Ave, 3411 30 Ave, 3403 30 Ave, be copied and circulated to the members of City Council for 3401 30 Ave, 3417 30 Ave, 3400 30 Ave consideration before the Public Hearing. Any submissions A person who owns a parcel included on the parcel tax roll may received after 3:00 p.m. on Monday, January 25, 2016 will not be request that the roll be amended respecting a matter referred accepted. Correspondence and emails must include your name to in the Community Charter Section 205 (1) and (2), but only in and civic address. relation to the person’s own property. You may present your verbal submissions and speaking notes at The parcel tax roll is available for inspection at the City Hall, the Public Hearing. If you are unable to attend, you may appoint 3400 – 30 Avenue, Vernon, BC during regular business hours. an agent to act on your behalf. Monday to Friday, 8:30-4:30pm. NO REPRESENTATION WILL BE RECEIVED BY COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. “Parcel Tax (Beachcomber Bay and Tronson Road LAS) Bylaw Number 5539, 2015” Parcels from 8065 Beachcomber Bay Road to 7959 Tronson Road
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