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Leigh Holt cuddles with a three-dayold chick at the Feather Fancier Show and Antiques Sale Sunday at the Vernon Recreation Complex. The event is a Vernon Winter Carnival tradition.
Downtown market may move RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
A final decision hasn’t been made, but there appears to be support for adjusting the public market schedule in downtown Vernon. City council was asked Tuesday to allow the Downtown Vernon Association to hold a market in Cenotaph Park on Saturdays between Victoria Day and Labour Day, as well Dalvir Nahal as one Friday night a month on 30th Avenue. “It’s a pretty good proposal,” said Mayor Akbal Mund. “It’s a bold move on their part to try both and see which works best.” The future of the Friday night market has been in question as the city has received
complaints from some merchants about how business and traffic were impacted by the closure of 30th Avenue. Other merchants, though, praised the market for bolstering their profile. Given the difference of opinion, Coun. Catherine Lord says the DVA’s new proposal may be a compromise. “They’ve addressed a lot of the issues,” she said. “I like the idea of what’s happening.” According to DVA executive director Lara Konkin, meeting the needs of all merchants has been a priority. “We have come up with a proposal that will accommodate as many groups as possible,” she said. If approved by council, the Saturday market would run in Cenotaph Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “It will be great for the city and be a fun place for families,” she said.
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The Saturday market would also see existing businesses on 30th Avenue use sidewalks for outdoor cafes or to feature their merchandise and generate foot traffic. “It will allow the street to stay open,” said Konkin of 30th Avenue. Use of Cenotaph Park would require an adjacent alley to be shut off to public traffic, and that is a concern for Coun. Juliette Cunningham, who has a business next door. “On Saturdays, I have clients who (park in the alley) and drop items off,” she said. Konkin believes the DVA can find a solution that benefits those businesses next to the alley. The Friday night market is scheduled for May 27, June 24, July 29 and Aug. 26, and it would be held in a different block each time, meaning limited closure of 30th Avenue. Vernon council members are expected to discuss the DVA’s proposal and make a decision Feb. 22.
Ottawa is being told to clarify the legality of medical marijuana. If there isn’t a clear plan laid out in the upcoming federal budget, the City of Vernon will write a letter to the government insisting that certainty be provided to municipalities, the police, medical marijuana dispensaries and customers when it comes to the regulations. “There have been delays on decisions. It’s been a ping-pong ball back and forth,” said Coun. Juliette Cunningham Cunningham after Tuesday’s council meeting. “Everyone is caught in the middle and it needs to be clarified once and for all.” In December, RCMP officers visited Vernon’s five medical marijuana dispensaries to “outline our concerns and the potential ramifications related to business practices which do not comply with the current Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA).” As a result of the police action, the operator of a local medical cannabis dispensary told council Jan. 25 there is a need for municipalities to determine the number of outlets and where they are located. City officials insist responsibility for medical marijuana rests at the national level. “We want the federal government to expedite the matter because we’re stuck right now,” said Coun. Catherine Lord. “We need to show it’s of a concern to us and we want it addressed.” While he supported sending a letter to the federal government, Coun. Scott Anderson is concerned some residents may see the city becoming political by favouring or opposing medical marijuana. “By getting involved in this, we’re making it tougher for the police and confusing the public,” he said.
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6425 Hwy 97 N, Vernon BC • bannisterhonda.com 250-545-0531 • 888-545-0531 DL# 8718 ††Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov).†Based on Global Automakers of Canada New Vehicle Registrations for calendar year 2015 for the Subcompact Car segment. *Limited time weekly lease offer and all other offers are from Honda Canada Finance Inc., on approved credit. #The weekly lease offer applies to a new 2016 CR-V LX RM3H3GE1 for a 60-month period, for a total of 260 payments of $72.01 leased at 1.99% APR based on applying $0 “lease dollars” (which are deducted from the negotiated selling price after taxes). ‡Down payment of $0.00, first weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $18,722.60. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. **MSRP is $27,885 including freight and PDI of $1,695. License, insurance, registration and taxes are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. */#/**Prices and/or payments shown do not include a PPSA lien registration fee of $30.31 and lien registering agent’s fee of $5.25, tire/battery tax of $25, or air conditioning tax (where applicable) of $100, all of which are due at time of delivery. Offers valid from February 2nd through February 29th, 2016. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.
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Crews remove the rail track along Westkal Road in Coldstream. The route from Coldstream to Kelowna will eventually become a recreational trail.
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There are more places to park in Vernon. The City of Vernon has purchased a lot at 2901 33rd Ave. for $345,000. “It adds more parking in the downtown core,” said Mayor Akbal Mund. Along with some land along the railway track, there are 48 spaces for vehicles. The purchase comes after the city sold the Bennett lot on 29th Avenue to a developer. The city-owned New Delhi building on 29th Street will also be demolished in July, while the publicly owned former flower shop building on 31st Avenue will also be taken down for public parking. “That should take care of the parking the Bennett lot had,” said Mund. Details about the 33rd Avenue purchase were released by city council Tuesday.
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Party in the streets
Lisa VanderVeLde/Morning star
Michael Muff, of Freedom Doggy Daycare, has his hands full as he rides a unicycle in the sunshine Saturday in the Vernon Winter Carnival Parade. Trinity Remple, 10, watches the parade with her dog Dexter. Jopo (below left) entertains the crowd along the parade route on 27th Street. Events continue all week long, see vernonwintercarnival.com for listings.
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Ruth McGrath Dance gets the crowd moving Saturday in the Vernon Winter Carnival Parade, which included a crowd favourite, the Shriners. in their mini mobiles. The Mardi Gras Carnival continues throughout the week.
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Housing starts decrease Morning Star Staff
Housing construction began at a slow pace in 2016. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation reports there were 11 starts in January, down from 24 during the same month in 2015. Of the 11 starts, there were seven single units (18 in 2015) and four multiple units (six in 2015). In Kelowna, there were 54 starts in January, down from 64 during the same month in 2015, while construction activity in Kamloops climbed from 10 to 16 units.
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Chamber finalists announced Business Person of the Year
Morning Star Staff
Finalists have been named for the Chamber’s 2016 Business Excellence Awards, presented by Valley First Credit Union. “This is an exciting time of year, when businesses get nominated and we can see great local examples of businesses that are succeeding in our community,” said Dan Proulx, Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce membership and events co-ordinator. There are a number of new awards under this year’s The Sky’s The Limit theme, including People’s Choice, Business Person of the Year, Newsmaker of the Year, Non Profit Organization of the Year and Tourism Excellence. The People’s Choice Award is the only one chosen by public voting, which ends Feb. 18. The winners will be announced at the awards gala March 11. “We will have a few surprises at the gala that will no doubt make for an entertaining evening,” said Proulx. The gala is the North Okanagan’s largest business event of the year and will celebrate the success of businesses in the region. Tickets for the gala go on sale at the chamber this week.
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Community Leader of the Year
· Deb White - White House Mortgages · Pat Loehndorf Bannister Honda · Rob Ellis - Rellish Transport
Newsmaker of the Year
Employer of the Year
· Okanagan Spirits · Rail to Trail Initiative · Watkin Motors – 100th Anniversary
· Bannister Honda · Okanagan Restoration Services Ltd. · VantageOne Credit Union
Customer Service Excellence Award
Young Entreprenuer of the Year
· Arise Wellness Centre · Healthy Spot Pet Nutrition & Supply · Nolan’s Pharmasave
· Benita Poggemoeller - B Frank Marketing · Eileen Fox - Cheek to Chic · Nick Moffat Nicholas Alexander Landscaping
Non-Profit Excellence Award
· Kindale Developmental Association · North Okanagan Hospice Society · Upper Room Mission
Green Business of the Year
· Element Eco Design · Interior Freight & Bottle Depot · Nicholas Alexandra Landscaping & Design
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Council won’t tax for parks fund ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
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If a regional parks legacy fund is created by the Regional District of North Okanagan, the Township of Spallumcheen wants no part of taxation to help fund it. RDNO’s board of directors endorsed a feasibility study on the matter in 2013, and a number of talks Andrew Casson have taken place over the past two years in regards to establishing a fund with varying levels of interest and support.
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“Ultimately, this will equal a new service and if there’s no money to run it, I don’t think it’s going to happen,” said Andrew Casson, a Spallumcheen councillor. A consensus matrix was developed in May 2015 to determine if there is enough interest from the North Okanagan’s municipalities that would allow continued discussions. The matrix consists of a series of questions, one of which read “If there is general support/areas of shared interest (within the first questions), what funding mechanisms are you in support of?” Spallumcheen council unanimously rejected two answers dealing with taxation, either through a parcel tax or taxa-
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tion based on property tax assessment values. Council’s preference would be funding through no taxation but have the ability to accep donations/gifts of land and develop partnerships with non-government organizations. The first question asks if municipalities are interested in five activities for a regional parkland legacy. Council unanimously supported four of the five choices: regionally significant parkland acquisition; regionally significant trail acquisition; Crown land grants, leases and purchases; and bequeathed parkland. Council’s answers will be forwarded to RDNO.
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notice of public hearing
notice of public hearing
A Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the Township of Spallumcheen Hall, 4144 Spallumcheen Way, Spallumcheen, BC on Monday, February 15, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. to hear representation on the following matter:
A Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the Township of Spallumcheen Hall, 4144 Spallumcheen Way, Spallumcheen, BC on Monday, February 15, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. to hear representation on the following matter: TOWNSHIP OF SPALLUMCHEEN - REQUEST TO MODIFY COVENANT The owners of the property legally described as The N 1/2 of the SW 1/4 of Sec 31, Twp 5, ODYD, Except: (1) That part thereof shown outlined red on Plan B1458 (2) Plan EPP10473 and located at 8125 McLennan Road have submitted a request to the Township of Spallumcheen to allow Restrictive Covenant No. CA4221265 to be modified in order to allow the maximum number of lots that may be subdivided from the property to be increased from four (4) lots to five (5) lots. Restrictive Covenant No. CA4221265 was registered on the title of the subject property as a condition associated with the rezoning of the property from the Large Holding (L.H) zone to the Small Holding (S.H) zone of the Township of Spallumcheen Zoning Bylaw No. 1700, 2008. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by this proposal shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters associated with this request. Copies of the subject request as well as the associated staff reports may be inspected at the office of the Township of Spallumcheen between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday excluding statutory holidays. For further information, please contact Caren Walker of the Planning Department at 250-550-3745 or by e-mail at caren.walker@ rdno.ca NO SUBMISSIONS TO COUNCIL WILL BE RECEIVED FOLLOWING CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. Corey Paiement, RPP Chief Administrative Officer
TOWNSHIP OF SPALLUMCHEEN - REQUEST TO MODIFY COVENANT The owner of the property legally described as The S ½ of the SW ¼, Sec 31,Twp 5, ODYD and located at 8041 McLennan Road have submitted a request to the Township of Spallumcheen to allow Restrictive Covenant No. CA4262773 to be modified in order to allow the maximum number of lots that may be subdivided from the property to be increased from five (5) lots to nine (9) lots. Restrictive Covenant No. CA4221265 was registered on the title of the subject property as a condition associated with the rezoning of the property from the Large Holding (L.H) zone to the Small Holding (S.H) zone of the Township of Spallumcheen Zoning Bylaw No. 1700, 2008. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by this proposal shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters associated with this request. Copies of the subject request as well as the associated staff reports may be inspected at the office of the Township of Spallumcheen between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday excluding statutory holidays. For further information, please contact Caren Walker of the Planning Department at 250-550-3745 or by e-mail at caren.walker@ rdno.ca NO SUBMISSIONS TO COUNCIL WILL BE RECEIVED FOLLOWING CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING. Corey Paiement, RPP Chief Administrative Officer
ROGER KNOX Morning Star Staff
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Flooding an issue Seasonal flooding issues on Armstrong’s Deep Creek watershed have an irrigation district looking for support. The Deep Creek Irrigation District is in the beginning stages of working on a program to help mitigate the flooding which has, in the past, created quite a bit of damage to farmland that once was producting. “Decades of neglect have left the system in pport shape,” said irrigation district chairperson Bruce Jones in a presentation to Spallumcheen council. The irrigation ditch runs from Armstrong to the head of Okanagan Lake on Okanagan Indian Band land. The group has hired a consultant to do an initial design flow study. “We have secured initial funding from private sources, and we are also looking at some long-term funding available on a matching basis,” said Jones. “I am not here looking for anything other than a letter of support.” Township council unanimously agreed to the district’s request.
North Okanagan WEATHER FORECAST For the latest weather on-line, visit the Weather Office at
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Wednesday
Cloudy with sunny breaks High 6°, Low 1°
Thursday
A mix of sun and clouds High 7°, Low 3°
Friday
Cloudy with showers High 8°, Low 1°
Saturday
A mix of sun and clouds High 7°, Low 0°
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Hockeyville title sought
RICHARD ROLKE/MORNING STAR
Ryker Johnson (left), Connor Johnson and Boston Ciccone check out the action at Lumby’s Pat Duke Memorial Arena during Family Day festivities Monday.
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Lumby residents were off the bench and on the ice for Family Day. More than 300 people helped promote the community’s Kraft Hockeyville bid Monday at Pat Duke Memorial Arena. “It’s blown my mind, the support,” said Angie Clowry, an event organizer. Family Day festivities included hockey games between children and parents, a community skate and fun at the White Valley Community Centre. Firefighters, paramedics, RCMP officers and Vernon Search and Rescue members also endorsed the Hockeyville campaign by turning on their lights and sirens. “I was ecstatic to see the community turnout. The amount of people is really encouraging,” said Mayor Kevin Acton. Among those on hand was Amanda Coombs, holding one-year-old Brogan. “My kids may play here one day,” said Coombs when asked why she was in favour of Hockeyville and a potential $100,000 in upgrades to the arena. And it’s not just Lumby residents getting involved. “We’re all one big community and if Lumby gets $100,000, it benefits everyone,” said Akbal Mund, Vernon’s mayor. “Kids from Vernon and Armstrong play hockey here.” Also in the stands Monday was Jeniifer Ciccone, from Armstrong. “Everyone needs a good arena,” she said. Armstrong hosted the Kraft Celebration Tour in 2011 and won $25,000 for Hassen Arena. “They came and supported us so we want to support them,” said John Johnson, an Armstrong resident, of why he was in Lumby Monday. Lacing up his skates for the games was Dave Oliver, who played for the Edmonton Oilers, New York Rangers, Ottawa Senators, Phoenix Coyotes RICHARD ROLKE/MORNING STAR and Dallas Stars. Former NHLer Dave Oliver poses for a photo with play“This is everything,” said Oliver as he looked ers of all ages during Family Day festivities at Lumby’s out at the young players, including his five and Pat Duke Memorial Arena Monday. seven-year-old children. “It sure takes you back and reminds you of what the game is all about.” Hockeyville nominations are now closed and a top-10 list of communities from across Canada will be announced March 5. We believe that Voting for the topquality truly counts. 10 will then take place Valentine’s Day is the March 13 and 14 and perfect time to show your two entries with the appreciation for the one you most votes will be love by creating a romantic announced as the finalhome-prepared meal. ists March 19. Voting for the final Instead of booking a two will run March 20 restaurant, you can create and 21 and the wina romantic evening at home ner will be announced with a personal touch and April 2. atmosphere second to none. “We have a really We can help you make a splash good shot at it,” said with our Surf ‘n Turf Clowry. The village is preparitems such as jumbo prawns, ing resources to have lobster tails and Canadian Pat Webb is the Meat Manager for Askew’s people vote if Lumby Grade A aged strip loin steaks Armstrong and has been a meat cutter for 41 years. makes the top-10. He enjoys sharing his knowledge with his customers. - on special this week. “We will jump in with both feet and get Smith Drive, Armstrong everyone involved,” said Acton. www.askewsfoods.com
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t was a very visible reminder that not all is good under the Okanagan sun. On Saturday, people began showing up early for the Canadian Tire job fair and by the end of it, a staggering 500 applications were filled out for 50 jobs, many of them temporary, as the chain prepares for a move to the vacated Target space at the Village Green Centre. And while those in line included traditional high schoolers looking for a few bucks to buy a car or save for college, others had years of life experience and are trying to make end’s meet, particularly with the rising cost of living. Richard Rolke Among them was Geoffrey Peter, who has been out of work for three months. The demand for the 50 jobs caught him by surprise. “It’s a sad commentary on the unemployment situation in the Okanagan,” he told Global TV. “Something seriously needs to be done with our economy. We need job creation, because there’s a problem.” Questions about the economy come at the same time that civic leaders remain positive. As an example, the City of Vernon was quick to brag in December that 2015 building permit values hit about $100 million. “Commercial development has been great,” said Kevin Poole, economic development manager. And just last month, B.C. Stats reported that Vernon’s population had jumped 3.4 per cent from 39,167 to 40,497, making it the fifth fastest growing among B.C. cities. Poole insists the population figures can draw investors here, and particularly commercial developers.
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“It shows we’re a growing community, there’s opportunities and confidence in the marketplace,” he said. Obviously we all benefit from expanded retail opportunities as it means we can keep our hard-earned dollars here in the North Okanagan instead of travelling to Kelowna. Companies like Canadian Tire deserve credit for showing significant faith in the region. But for individuals who are unemployed or underemployed, the increasingly part-time nature of the economy makes it challenging to raise a family, pay the bills or buy a home. Well-paying manufacturing positions have always been sparse in the valley, and unless you were fortunate to get into the unionized public sector, opportunities for earning a solid paycheque have been limited. The situation appears to be worsening as many locals have abandoned the former panacea of Alberta and come home. More seniors are also back to work as inflation eats into their pensions. As a result, social agencies, such as food banks and the Upper Room Mission, are experiencing an influx of people needing help. Earlier on, Peter said, “Something seriously needs to be done with our economy. We need job creation, because there’s a problem.” But what exactly needs to be done and by who? Other than lobbying investors to come here, municipalities and regional districts are restricted by provincial legislation. They can speed up development approvals but tax breaks for a specific business are a no-no. The feds are moving ahead with infrastructure investments and while those are critical for the future of communities, the construction jobs are only short-term. There are no easy answers to stimulating the economy, and that means the lineup for available jobs will remain steady.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s glib response on his Liberal cabinet’s equal gender representation is being put to the test with the passage of a motion to legislate pay equity between men and women in Canada. That motion, put forward on opposition day by Sheila Malcolmson, rookie MP for Nanaimo-Ladysmith, calls on the Liberal government to do everything in its power to tackle the wage gap between men and women in Canada. It passed with the support of the governing party, which agreed to recognize equal pay for equal work as a human right and strike a task force to develop a plan to legislate pay equity in the workplace. In Canada, women still make on average 23 per cent less than their male counterparts – less still if that woman is indigenous, a minority, or living with a disability. Canada ranks 30th out of 34 countries in the OECD when it comes to pay equity. Quite frankly, in a developed nation, which recognizes women’s right to participate actively in all levels of society, that’s unacceptable. The government’s acknowledgement of this is one step in the right direction to ending wage discrimination in the workplace and alleviating some of the issues of poverty women are facing in this country. How effective legislation to correct the problem in the private sector will be remains to be seen. But the federal government can show leadership by legislating pay equity for its own employees – it’s a bit surprising to learn it doesn’t already – with the hope that it creates a standard that will translate to corporations, industry and business across the country. We’re now five weeks more enlightened that we were in 2015, making it clear that no woman should be paid less than the male colleagues she works alongside. — Black Press
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egarding the strong interest in Cliff Avenue revitalization As a resident of Enderby who attended the open house, I would suggest that the next time council wishes to bring a plan to the community, it might consider putting it on public display for a period and then having a public town hall discussion. I understand the need to make changes to insure aging infrastucture is renewed, but I am less than enthusiastic with this plan. The raised square that will limit traffic into the downtown core is itself probably a good change. The plan includes quite a number of 18-foot-tall metal pipes (fitted with LED lights) apparently meant to evoke river pylons. Sorry, it didn t evoke that to me. It is my understanding these are not ELECTION RESULT Does anyone really believe that informed and engaged citizens wanted a privileged, immature drama teacher as prime minister of our country? Is it not more likely that such a choice was made by uninformed and disengaged citizens who were emotionally roused, swayed and manipulated by pervasive rhetoric that is divorced from reality? Such deceitful and disgraceful practice has always existed but was not quite so effective a few decades ago. However, it has become more and more acceptable today and even commonplace under the guise of freedom of speech. Compliant media and costly ads, along with abundant promises from smiling faces, can convince a great many naive citizens, many of whom are short on knowledge and many of whom are casualties of a me-centered education system, which has progressed to the state of being unconcerned about fostering true maturity or building strong moral character. When knowledge is scant and truth is abandoned, justice disappears. When there is no sense of justice in a society, trust is elimi-
to provide light, but more to create a statement that this is the downtown business core. At this point, these are largely conceptual. What I do not see in the plan is actual lighting. I also do not see any shelter. Because of damage to the sidewalks, existing trees are to be removed, and replaced with saplings. However, in the interim, it will be 20-plus years, until they will mature. There will be no shade in the downtown core let alone a place to shelter from the rain, snow or sun. At this point, people shelter in doorways. In the last election, one of our new town councillors was elected championing the need for a public restroom in town. May I suggest that before we consider 18-foot-tall ornamental pipes, we prioritize a place for washrooms. Burt Cohen
nated. Eventually even freedom will be lost. For without integrity in the society, democracy cannot survive. M. Strangward PROTECT THE ALR I have been reading or hearing about taking land out of the Agricultural Land Reserve to build more houses. I can only say thank God for the NDP which was responsible for creating the ALR in the first place, or here in the Okanagan, there would be wallto-wall condos and overwhelming crowding. I had occasion to use both Kelowna and Vernon hospitals in the past few months. One was an emergency visit and the other was scheduled after a two-year wait for surgery. In using the hospitals, I became very aware of the overcrowding. My emergency visit resulted in my having a bed in the corridor. All we need is more demand for more beds or more nursing staff. Both Penticton and Vernon are looking at taking land for more building. Why don't the councils follow the regulation of limiting use of
farm land for development? We cannot continue to take perfectly good land when, as the population grows, we will need more space to grow food or support grazing land. In the past 20 years, I have noticed the increase of traffic and crime, making this area less attractive to raise a family. Thank heaven for the orchards, although awhile back, it didn't look good for future of growing apples and other fruit. We need to limit the ALR land for the use it was designated for before my nightmare of wall-towall condos becomes a reality. Judy Vandergucht TRANS-PACIFIC Finance Minister Bill Morneau, the Trans-Pacific Partnership is an effort designed by our southern neighbour to rescue its bankrupt economy at the expense of its trading partners, in the guise of free trade. When you consider their trade and budget deficits and active debt, together with their unfunded liabilities, and the gargantuan value of the derivative bets entered into by their major banks (close to $1 quadrillion), it is only a matter
of time before their economy collapses and brings us down with it unless we prepare adequately. The TPP is designed to the sole advantage of their economy and will only serve to delay, rather than prevent its collapse. The TPP will strangle our economy in particular, and that of the other participants as well, in all likelihood. It seems to me we are being bullied into participating, but we should all resist, and delay until the TPPs demise. All I can say is, "Do not sign." Charles Wills GUNS Isn't it funny, or more correctly, sad, that letters pertaining to guns and there use in the defense of life and limb, and protection from external bad influences such as terrorists, are mainly by the other organized religious groups of the world. Quoting from the Bible to prove your own point is the same as any other religious group quoting from the Quran, or the Torah, or any other misguided group, in defense of their right to kill any and all, that don't follow their chosen path of religious ideology.
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Cod Gone Wild fiddler Susan Aylard, left, and lead singer-guitarist Andrew Mercer have everyone jumping at the annual Irish Pub Night, part of Vernon Winter Carnival, Saturday at the Vernon Recreation Complex auditorium. The event saw guests dress in their best Mardi Gras colours of gold, purple and lots of green, and bring along their decorated “ugly sticks.” Winter Carnival continues all this week with lots of events to entertain all ages. Visit www.vernonwintercarnival.com for more information.
Welcome to Friday when The Weeknd’s DJ KnowleDJ spins in Vernon Morning Star Staff
He’s spun for some of the top music artists in the world, and now KnowleDJ is making his way to Vernon. The official DJ for the Jay-Z and Beyonce On The Run Tour in 2014, KnowleDJ has just recently backed up The Weeknd on the Toronto hitmaker’s epic 30-city Madness tour of North America. He is making his way to the stage at Vernon’s 2929 Nite Club on Friday for a special edition of #WTF (Welcome To Friday), hosted by local DJ/producers Kyle English (aka Ecklipze) and Darren Walmsley (H2O). “My life has been crazy,” said KnowleDJ when asked about his experience of touring with argu-
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Las Vegas’ KnowleDJ, who recently toured with The Weeknd, is the special guest DJ at 2929 Nite Club Friday. ably the biggest names in the music industry at the moment. KnowleDJ promises to bring an unforgettable party to clubgoers, with a short western Canada tour
that also takes him to Kamloops, Calgary and Vancouver. While some DJs just spin, KnowleDJ does some crazy stuff. One example includes having an entire club sing the national anthem. He is also one of the few DJs who can entice college girls, hipsters, cowboys, and business women out on the same dance floor, screaming for more. KnowleDJ has built a massive following from his residencies at some of the hottest clubs in Las Vegas to more than 50 cities worldwide. His original productions, mind blowing mashes, and live shows are testament to his success. “His mixes inspire people to do everything from car dancing
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(aka the Dreaded Damsel) at The Scarlet Studio and Artisan Market, as well as gift certificates from Subcity Vernon. Okanagan Skate Company has also come on board as a sponsor, said Walmsley. “The thing that everyone is talking about is the Wheel Of Fortune that has cash and prizes just waiting to be won before midnight. We also have a main prize draw at midnight valued at $150,” he said. “We just want to give Vernon a fun, safe place to let loose.” Doors to this Friday’s special event with KnowleDJ open at 9:30 p.m. 2929 Nite Club is located at 29th Street and 29th Avenue in downtown Vernon. Cover charge is $5 (free for those wearing a onesie before 11 p.m.)
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On Monday, The Vernon Film Society is showing the Brazilian film The Second Mother, the story of a middle-aged, live-in housekeeper for a wealthy family in São Paulo, Brazil. Val (Regina Casé) has lovingly raised the family’s now teenage son since he was a toddler, while sending money back home to a small town in northern Brazil where her estranged daughter, Jéssica (Camila Márdila), is being raised by relatives. The balance of this relationship is thrown into chaos when Jéssica comes to São Paulo to write her college entrance exams, marking the first time she and her mother have seen each other in more than 10 years. Val makes arrangements for Jéssica to sleep on a mattress in the maid’s quarters of the house, but the young woman instead accepts an offer to stay in the guest room – an offer that was designed to be politely refused. The unspoken class barriers in the household quickly come to the foreground as Jéssica crashes through them with her candour and unflinching confidence. She speaks her mind, raids the boss’ refrigerator, and even takes a dip in the pool. The lady of the house is horrified and immediately has the pool drained.
Val initially is mortified that her daughter doesn’t know her place, but soon comes around to reconsidering her own place in the family. A rich and delightful comic drama, The Second Mother underscores the importance of embracing your own inherent sense of self-worth. “All the elements of the story fit impeccably together for a humorous and occasionally wrenching examination of relationships,” writes Stephanie Merry in The Washington Post. The Second Mother screens Monday at the Towne Cinema at the regular times of 5:15 and 7:45 p.m. The film is in Portuguese, with English subtitles. Tickets are $7 (cash only available one week ahead at the Towne box office and the Bean Scene.
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A group of local women have come up with an innovative method of supporting a number of charities in the North Okanagan. The concept is simple: 100 women (or more) who care about our community will meet four times a year. At each meeting, members will nominate their favourite local charity, and three will be drawn to be voted on by the attendees, with one chosen to be awarded funds. Every member — present or absent — then writes a $50 taxdeductible cheque to the chosen organization. The other charities can be nominated again at another meeting. At the end of the year, at least $20,000 will have been raised for the community, and it’s all done in under 60 minutes. The concept is not new. There are close to 350 chapters worldwide, and 73 in Canada. The driving principle behind this grassroots movement, in simple terms, is that there is strength in numbers. It’s gratifying to make a difference in your own backyard when the time and financial commitment are manageable. Our local charities need all the help they can get, and because the pooled resources turn into large donations, recipients are often able to initiate and fund more ambitious projects. The model is ideal for busy women who want to give back but don’t know which charity to donate to and don’t have the time to put a lot of effort into
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Loreen Ruault (back left), AJ Jaeger, Noelle Crombie (front left), Jamee Moffat and Chris Rowland are ready for 10 Women Who Care, a new fundraising initiative which has its first meeting tonight at Okanagan College. it. It’s an opportunity to celebrate individual philanthropy and encourage it. Communication to the members is done via email and a Facebook group. The 100 Women Who Care concept is both fun and meaningful. It allows women to network, learn about great things happening in their local com-
munity, and become part of a team that is both empowering and powerful. Attendance is not mandatory, but the meetings allow for those on tight schedules to pop in and out, as they only last 60 minutes. The inaugural meeting for the Vernon Chapter of 100 Women Who Care, is tonight at the Okanagan College Kal
View Café. It is requested that women commit to a one-year cycle to provide fair and equal opportunity to all charities that are submitted and awarded. The doors will open for registration at 5:30 p.m., and the meeting begins at 6 p.m. For more information, please e-mail 100womenvernon@ gmail.com.
Starting seeds indoors
mentioned in the last column that I had germinated some old tomato seeds from 2003 to 2004. At that time I had 24 seeds with roots. Within a few days, more of them germinated, and under lights I have 210 plants from 215 seeds. This is a pretty good rate. With this start I am aiming for a June crop and hoping the weather will cooperJocelyne sewell ate. Last week I was able to pick a few leaves from one of the kale plants that survived under the snow and is still looking good. In the cold frame, I have also about 30 lettuce plants at different stages of growth and they are all doing well. Some are big enough so I could harvest a few leaves. I will start a few greens in the greenhouse this coming week. Last week on a sunny day it was 22
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C. Time to start making good use of it. I even have enough room in it this year to sit and read some gardening magazines. Hybrid seeds, the first generation offspring of two inbred parents, have qualities of vigour and uniformity that has made them popular with many gardeners and farmers. They are even more popular with many seed companies. This is not because of the cost but because the seed produced by hybrid plants is not worth saving and so gardeners and farmers must return to the seed company every year for a new supply. More seed suppliers are offering open-pollinated and heirloom varieties. On the other hand, standard or openpollinated vegetables and flowers will produce seeds that grow into vegetables and flowers very much like the parents, provided cross-pollination among different cultivars is avoided. For beginners, it is best to work with self-pollinating plants like tomatoes, lettuce, peas and beans. When you plant your seeds, small ones should be 1/8 inch apart. Medium ones
1/2 inch and large seeds one-inch apart. Usually, you plant the seeds three times the depth of the seed size. Some seeds need light to germinate and some need complete darkness, while others will need a period of cold temperature. Planting your seeds too deep is one of the main causes of failure. For all of you who don’t save seeds, seedy Saturdays are coming soon. This year, the Shuswap Seed Savers holds its 22nd annual Shuswap Seed Swap and Natural Living Fair at the Splatsin Community Centre, 5775 Old Vernon Rd. in Enderby. This will take place March 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The next seed exchange will be in Vernon March 12. It is hard to believe but I have been writing the gardening column for four years now. If you have any questions or would like certain categories to be covered, just let me know. I don’t always know the answers but I can research them for you and I learn at the same time. For more information: 250-558-4556 or email Plantlady1@shaw.ca
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OutdOOr COstume skating Party Feb. 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Centennial Outdoor Rink. Cost is $2/person or $5/family (tickets at door). KISSFM provides popular music, skating, games, prizes and concession! Dress up in your favourite costume or follow the carnival theme! 27th annual great PanCake and sausage feed Please support 6th Vernon Beaver Scouts at this year’s event, which is on a new day and time this year: Wednesday, Feb. 10. Served cafeteria style in the Fellowship Hall of Trinity United Church, 3300 Alexis Park Dr. from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. for $5 per person or $15 per family (children 3 and under free). All proceeds to support Beaver Scout activities. Bring your friends and neighbours! nOrth Okanagan & lOCal first natiOn COmmunities Free program: legal advocate can provide low-income men and women with info. on their welfare rights and tenant rights and benefits. Legal advocate can represent you with the ministry in your denial of welfare rights/benefits or designation as a person with a disability. Can appeal your denial of Canada Pension Plan Disability, EI or Old Age Security. Can advocate with you regarding your landlord disputes and represent you at a residential tenancy hearing. Will look at law/policy and draft legal appeals on your behalf. Calls returned in 12 to 24 hours and immediate assistance for evictions. Advocate does not give legal advice. Drop-in clinic Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Info., legal advocate Jody Leon, BSW, LLB, Vernon Women’s Transition House Society, #1023301 24th Ave. Call 250-542-3555, ext. 209; fax 236-426-2497. art exPlOratiOns fOr kids ages seven tO nine Vernon Community Arts Centre, Feb. 10 to March 10, Thursdays, 3:305:30 p.m. Explore the wondrous mediums of art with Judith Jurica! Cost is $70 members, $80 non-members, $10 materials. Call 250542-6243, email vcacinfo@shaw.ca, or see www.vernonarts.ca! iOde lambly’s landing ChaPter Annual and general meeting Feb. 10 from 1 2:30 p.m. at the Enderby Health Unit meeting room. Visitors welcome. Parent suPPOrt grOuP fOr eating disOrders Meets every second and fourth Wednesday from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m., downstairs at Bean to Cup Coffee House. Led by parents, for parents, this is a safe place to talk, find support and encouragement as you journey with your child through an eating disorder. Info., Lisette at 250-351-9303. tlC Pain management grOuP meets The second Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. with Tim and Kate at the Schubert Centre. Everyone is welcome to attend free of charge. No membership fee. Come join us and hear ways to help manage your pain. For more info., email timmiller0157@hotmail.com. results vernOn meets Second Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m., Vernon library community room. RESULTS Canada is a national network of volunteers. We are committed to creating the political will to end global poverty and needless suffering, and to demonstrating that individuals make a difference when they exercise their political influence. Info., Leo Young at 250938-4621. gOOd fOOd bOx enderby Pay for your box every second Wednesday, no later than 5 p.m., at Shuswap Real Estate. Boxes can be picked up every third Thursday between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., at 720 Mill St.. For more information, please call 838-6298. armstrOng gOOd fOOd bOx $16 buys you Risk Free - 100% approximately 11 quality fruits and vegetables. Pay month to month. Payment to be made by second Wednesday at Boys and Girls Club near the post office. Pick up by third
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Thursday at Zion United Church, 2315 Pleasant Valley Blvd. between 10 and 11 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. or by appointment; call Brenda at 250-546-1331. Bring boxes or bags. anaf hOlds infOrmatiOn sessiOn Questions re: Veteran pension and benefits? Need help with meals, housekeeping, yard work? Join Veterans Lunch in the Spitfire Lounge, second Wednesday of each month, or contact Alan McMahon at 250-5455467. gOOd fOOd bOx Ordering reminder Give yourself, a friend, or a family in need, the gift of healthy eating. A familysized box of nutritious fruits and vegetables with seasonal recipes is available at the amazingly low price of $16 ($10 for a smaller box for one or two people). Orders must be in by the second Wednesday of the month for pick up on the third Thursday. Call Diane at 250-306-7800 for details or go to www.goodfoodbox.net kOrea veterans assOCiatiOn meets The second Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m., at the ANAF. All members and wives welcome. Call 542-7760 for more information.
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“Yes they are your dogs, but they are mine when they are here.” That is Geri Saiko’s motto and her love for animals is what has made 4 Paws Country Club such a successful business after only three years. She started the dog kennel hotel, after 42 years in the dentistry field, to pursue her passion for looking after dogs. Geri and her husband Jim, who operated a large greenhouse business on their acreage for years but was forced to retire after an injury to his arm, share their love for fourlegged creatures. When you pull into the 11-acre farm, in the Grandview Flats area of Spallumcheen, you are greeted by Jim’s gigantic pet steer Buddy, six-foot two-inches tall, which he bought to raise and butcher but didn’t have the heart to. The Saikos have five dogs of their own, they spayed and neutered eight feral cats that had taken up residence in their barn and are LISA VANDERVELDE/MORNING STAR caring for another stray cat in their kennel Geri Saiko plays with two of her five dogs at 4 Paws Country Club in Spallumcheen. over winter. Geri was brought up to have compassion tilation and lighting so it just made a lot of stress. for animals by her father who raised, trained sense,” she said. “I raise dogs and when we went on vacaand doctored horses with Geri by his side. The dog kennel hotel has large private tion I was never really happy with where we The greenhouses on the Saiko farm stood rooms that open up with access to outdoor would keep our dogs,” said Geri. “So I said empty for 10 years until one day Geri came dog runs, where they can see and socialize to my husband why don’t we open a kennel up with the idea to convert one of them into with the other dogs but still stay safe in their where we would be happy to leave our dogs.” a state-of-the-art dog hotel. Geri has bred champion Swedish “We had all the infrastructure for the own space. The cage-free private rooms have excelVallhunds for the last 10 years and has high greenhouses so we were able to incorporate heated flooring, commercial fans, great ven- lent sound proofing to reduce noise and standards for the care of her dogs and the
dogs she boards. 4 Paws provides rooms with dog-cams so that their owners can check-in on their pet and Geri takes time to email personal updates on the animals in her care. “This is a wonderful business and I enjoy it immensely,” said Geri. “I get dogs of all ages — from puppies to the geriatrics, from physically fit athletes, to the arthritic — they all have room in my heart.” Geri enjoys her daily route with the dogs, spending time with each of them, taking them for walks around the acreage, throwing balls or just sitting and giving a dog a back scratch. “The look in their eyes, smile on their faces, wet kisses and wagging tails just melt my heart,” she said. Geri does not believe in having dogs from different families sharing the same spaces. “My aim is to have them leave here as safe as when they arrived,” she said. One of the couples returning customers makes the trip from Vancouver to drop off their dog at 4 Paws Country Club before returning to the Lower Mainland to start their vacation. “We acquired our canine companion from Geri and Jim and since that time have always used their services when we vacation,” said Brian Gushulak. “Even though it is a 500 km drive for us to get there, the care, love and attention they provide ensures we return to a calm, relaxed and happy dog. It turns out to be a vacation for both the humans and the dog.”
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February 2016
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“Yes they are your dogs, but they are mine when they are here.” That is Geri Saiko’s motto and her love for animals is what has made 4 Paws Country Club such a successful business after only three years. She started the dog kennel hotel, after 42 years in the dentistry field, to pursue her passion for looking after dogs. Geri and her husband Jim, who operated a large greenhouse business on their acreage for years but was forced to retire after an injury to his arm, share their love for fourlegged creatures. When you pull into the 11-acre farm, in the Grandview Flats area of Spallumcheen, you are greeted by Jim’s gigantic pet steer Buddy, six-foot two-inches tall, which he bought to raise and butcher but didn’t have the heart to. The Saikos have five dogs of their own, they spayed and neutered eight feral cats that had taken up residence in their barn and are LISA VANDERVELDE/MORNING STAR caring for another stray cat in their kennel Geri Saiko plays with two of her five dogs at 4 Paws Country Club in Spallumcheen. over winter. Geri was brought up to have compassion tilation and lighting so it just made a lot of stress. for animals by her father who raised, trained sense,” she said. “I raise dogs and when we went on vacaand doctored horses with Geri by his side. The dog kennel hotel has large private tion I was never really happy with where we The greenhouses on the Saiko farm stood rooms that open up with access to outdoor would keep our dogs,” said Geri. “So I said empty for 10 years until one day Geri came dog runs, where they can see and socialize to my husband why don’t we open a kennel up with the idea to convert one of them into with the other dogs but still stay safe in their where we would be happy to leave our dogs.” a state-of-the-art dog hotel. Geri has bred champion Swedish “We had all the infrastructure for the own space. The cage-free private rooms have excelVallhunds for the last 10 years and has high greenhouses so we were able to incorporate heated flooring, commercial fans, great ven- lent sound proofing to reduce noise and standards for the care of her dogs and the
dogs she boards. 4 Paws provides rooms with dog-cams so that their owners can check-in on their pet and Geri takes time to email personal updates on the animals in her care. “This is a wonderful business and I enjoy it immensely,” said Geri. “I get dogs of all ages — from puppies to the geriatrics, from physically fit athletes, to the arthritic — they all have room in my heart.” Geri enjoys her daily route with the dogs, spending time with each of them, taking them for walks around the acreage, throwing balls or just sitting and giving a dog a back scratch. “The look in their eyes, smile on their faces, wet kisses and wagging tails just melt my heart,” she said. Geri does not believe in having dogs from different families sharing the same spaces. “My aim is to have them leave here as safe as when they arrived,” she said. One of the couples returning customers makes the trip from Vancouver to drop off their dog at 4 Paws Country Club before returning to the Lower Mainland to start their vacation. “We acquired our canine companion from Geri and Jim and since that time have always used their services when we vacation,” said Brian Gushulak. “Even though it is a 500 km drive for us to get there, the care, love and attention they provide ensures we return to a calm, relaxed and happy dog. It turns out to be a vacation for both the humans and the dog.”
Visit our website for lot and plan information. 2014 Tommie Awards Gold Award Winner for Turtle Mountain Showhome.
EvertonRidge.ca info@evertonridge.ca
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As a member of the Watkin Motors Mustangs, Cole Sanford brought all the intangibles they needed to claim back-to-back A titles in the Coca-Cola Pee Wee Hockey Classic. Surrounded by ultra-talent like captain Curtis Lazar, Alex Gillies, Jordan Burns, Spencer Hewson, Michael Roberts, Colton Thibault, Logan Geefs and Brett Jewell, Sanford and the Mustangs mauled the Swift Current Broncos 8-0 in the 2008 final. The year before, Sanford, Lazar, Burns, Jewell, Gillies and Jedd Soleway boosted Vernon to a 5-3 win over Calgary Crowchild, led by Matt Dumba (Minnesota Wild firstround draft choice) and Cole Ully (fifth-round pick, Dallas Stars). Ross Jewell, who also coached Cole’s older brother, Tye, in 2006 when the Mustangs also took the tournament crown, fondly recalls Cole’s contributions . Said Jewell: “If I had to sum up Cole as a hockey player back then, in one sentence, it would be: “a very talented player with a hockey IQ to match his high skill level, who quietly went about the business of making great plays to help his teams win.” Jewell said Sanford was quiet in the dressing room and wasn’t the fastest or strongest player on the ice. “However, he was the smartest hockey player I have ever coached. His ability to read and anticipate the play and move to areas before the play moved there was quite uncanny. He more than made up for his smaller stature with his hockey sense, heads-up play, and ability to think the game two or three steps ahead of his opponents. “Combine those hockey smarts with some very soft hands and great
playmaking ability, and it’s not surprising that he has had the type of success he has had at higher levels of hockey. He was always a good teammate and a positive factor in the dressing room, which is why he wore a letter in his second year of Pee Wee when he helped us go to the provincials in Cranbrook.” Sanford, a 20-year-old in his fourth and final season in the Western Hockey League, couldn’t wait to get to the rink in his Pee Wee days. “I remember the early-morning practices. I was a kid and it was a good atmosphere. We had a good team and I remember having fun on the road staying in hotels. We went to provincials (2008) in Cranbrook and we lost to Burnaby Winter Club in the semifinals. I remember they got a lucky goal from centre ice. “Ross was tough, but fair. He wanted everybody at that age to have a good experience.” The Coke Classic draws rave reviews for treating teams first-class and Sanford will always cherish those two years. “Just the tournament in general was something special. We were in the parade and we had such a good team, I remember we opened with Alaska (2007) and it was pretty cool playing an American team. I had hung around my brother when he played in the feature game so it was pretty special to get the same chance. “I have nothing but good memories of that tournament and the banquet.” Sanford especially loved playing alongside good buddies Gillies and Dylan Bowen. Added Jewell: “His teammates respected him for his commitment to the team, his skilled play, and his quiet form of leadership by example.....and they also greatly appreciated Cole’s pre-game music choices for the dressing room.” Sanford played eight games with the BCHL Vernon Vipers as a 16-year-old, finishing the season with Tye and the the Junior B Revelstoke Grizzlies. He was third in
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vernon’s cole Sanford of the Western hockey league’s Regina Pats, played in two vernon Winter carnival coca cola classic Pee Wee hockey tournaments. scoring with 29 goals and 53 points. He rang up 106 goals and 217 points in four seasons with the Medicine Hat Tigers, firing 50 goals and 95 points last year with regular linemate Trevor Cox amassing 80 assists and 109 points. Traded to the Regina Pats at the Jan. 10 deadline, Sanford made an immediate impact, scoring with seconds left in double overtime as Regina stopped the hometown Everett Silvertips. Sanford has five goals in 10 games for Regina. He compiled 21 goals and 38 points with Medicine Hat. The Watkin Motors gang, coached by former Vernon Laker d-man Wes Elliott, took the Okanagan Tier 2 title at 14-1 and are captained by Jacob Boden, 12. “It’s really exciting,” said Boden, who joined his teammates on a float
in the sun-drenched Carnival parade Saturday. “We’re going to do our best and see what happens.” Elliott and assistant coach Scott Palfreyman both skated in the Coke Classic. Stacy Roest, another assistant coach, is a retired NHLer. “When we’re playing our best, we’re working hard, communicating well, backchecking, getting pucks on net and having fun,” said Boden. The Mustangs open the tournament Thursday at 8 a.m. against the Glenlake Hawks of Calgary and then meet the Idaho Steelheads in the feature game at 6 p.m. Vernon finishes the round-robin Friday at 5:30 p.m. versus the Dawson Creek Canucks. The Alaska Arctic Lions, Fort St. John Flyers, Nelson Leafs and St. Albert Sabres round out the Classic roster. All games are at Civic Arena.
The team the North Okanagan Knights will likely face in the first round of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League playoffs is the one who officially invited the Knights to the post-season. The Osoyoos Coyotes, who need only a single point in their final six games to clinch top spot in the Okanagan-Shuswap Division, eliminated Princeton with a 5-0 win over the Posse Saturday. The Posse, who fell 4-1 to the Knights Friday at the Nor-Val Sports Centre, are 13 points back of fourthplace North Okanagan with both teams having six games left to play. North Okanagan fired a seasonhigh 62 shots at Princeton goalie (and Posse player of the game) Adam Jones Friday, but needed three unanswered third-period goals to snap a four-game losing streak. Player of the game Austin Fournier (9th), with the winner, Colin Robin (12th) and Dallas Keller (2nd) scored in the third for the Knights. Patrick Nicholson (5th) scored in the first for North Okanagan, who got 15 saves from winning goalie Daniel Paul. North Okanagan takes on the Chase Heat Friday, and the Summerland Steam Saturday, both games at 7:30 p.m., and the Posse Sunday at 1 p.m., all at the Nor-Val Sports Centre. BCHL The Vernon Vipers looked to move closer to clinching the fourth and final playoff spot in the Interior Division Tuesday when they took on the Centennials in Merritt. Vernon will host the Langley Rivermen Friday at 7 p.m. at Kal Tire Place. The Vipers stayed five points up on the fifth-place Trail Smoke Eaters despite being idle over the weekend. The Smokies dropped a homeand-home series to the West Kelowna Warriors, losing 9-0 Friday and 4-1 Saturday. Trail played in Salmon Arm Tuesday. Vernon has three games in hand on Trail, and have played one less game than Merritt. The Centennials are six points back of the Vipers.
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Leavitt delivers in debut
GOLF - Maximum Golf, 5:457:15 p.m. or 7:30-9 p.m., Alexis Park School. Programs runs through March 16. Instructors Hall Thomlinson and Kevin Geistlinger. Book through the Rec Centre.
Vernon and District Baseball Association alumnus Todd Leavitt went to the Arizona Winter League to show Major League Baseball scouts his stuff. If first impressions are any indication, Leavitt could get a long look while in Yuma. Leavitt, a 6-foot 195-pound starting right-handed pitcher for the Pericos de Puebla (one of six teams in the AWL) picked up the win in his debut Todd Leavitt Feb. 5, a 5-1 decision over the Edmonton Capitals. Leavitt went five innings, gave up only four hits, struck out five, walked two and did not allow a run. The Pericos are 4-0 to start the month-long league, tied with Team Canada. Leavitt is scheduled to start Friday against the Capitals for a second straight time.
Goodwin scorches Cascades
Armstrong’s Mitch Goodwin scored a team-high 24 points Saturday to pace the UBC Okanagan Heat to a 68-65 win over the University of the Fraser Valley Cascades in CIS men’s basketball action at UBCO. The win earned the Heat a split of their weekend doubleheader with the Cascades, who took the opener Friday 81-65. Goodwin finished with 12 points for UBCO, who are 8-8 on the year. UFV is 10-6. Vernon’s Mike Rouault scored two points in 15 minutes of play Saturday as the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack bounced the UNBC Timberwolves of Prince George 70-56. Rouault was held off the scoresheet in the Pack’s 87-70 win over UNBC Friday. TRU is 14-2 on the year, UNBC 3-11. In women’s play, the UBCO Heat dropped both ends of a double dip to UFV. The Cascades (8-8) won 65-50 Friday and 90-44 Saturday. Vernon’s Emily Kanester led all scorers with 18 points in Friday’s game for UBCO (10-6), while Jordan Korol of Vernon added three. Kanester had seven points and Korol five in Saturday’s setback.
Vortex howl at Coyote Cup
Vernon Vortex speedskaters set nine personal best times and finished sixth overall out of 12 clubs at the fifth annual Coyote Cup meet in Kamloops. Daniel Hall had the lone first place finish for the Vortex. Mattias Isobe, Nathan Stewart and Lauryn Eddy each finished second in their divisions. Declan Fitzpatrick, Tadhg Boyle and Nate Benn earned bronze medals while Laura Hall finished fourth in her division, competing against skaters in preparation for the Canadian Long Track championships in Quebec.
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Salmon Arm Silvertips’ Sebastien Archambault dives in an attempt to stop Stephane Richard of the Vernon Home Hardware Vipers in game one of the best-of-three Okanagan Mainline Midget Tier 2 playoff series Saturday night at the Civic Arena.
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Vernon Coca Cola Vipers advanced to the Okanagan Mainline Tier 3 Midget Rep Hockey League regional final with a thrilling two games to one series win over the Merritt Centennials. After dropping the opener at home Friday at the Priest Valley Arena, 5-1, (lone goal by Damian Coljee-Fehr, goalie Kieran Watts with 33 saves), the Vipers rallied on the road. Facing a tough crowd and a piercing siren at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Saturday, Vernon spotted the hosts a 1-0 lead before roaring back for a 3-1 victory. Josh Evans was outstanding in goal while Joe Eggert scored all three goals for the Vipers. In Sunday’s deciding game, Vernon jumped out to a 3-0 lead then held off the Centennials for a 3-2 decision. Jacob Alexis, from Bryce Stillborn and Caden Bracken, Zach Agar and Bracken, from
Lucas Halvorson, scored for Vernon. Evans picked up the win in net. “Once again, the guys found a way to battle back and win the series after losing a tough first game at home,” said Coca Cola head coach Sam Mowat. “Our backs were against the wall going into Merritt, but there was no quit. The team’s success to date is because the guys know how to work hard, stay focussed and believe in one another.” Vernon Home Hardware Centre Vipers need a win in the Shuswap tonight to extend their Okanagan Mainline Midget Tier 2 rep hockey best-of-three playoff series. Salmon Arm Silvertips rallied from a 4-0 first-period deficit Saturday at Civic Arena to stun the Vipers 6-5. Two goals each from Jason Shaigec and Carl Main staked Vernon to the 4-0 lead, and the game seemed to be getting away from the Silvertips, who lost two
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players to game misconducts and their coach to an ejection. But after a couple of ill-timed Vipers penalties, the Silvertips got one back on a powerplay later in the first period, then tied the game in the second. Vernon took a 5-4 lead midway through the third on a goal from Connor Johnston, before the Silvertips scored twice in the final five minutes. Vernon Nixon Wenger Tier 3 Pee Wees were swept in their best-of-three playoff series with the Penticton Vees. Penticton took the opener 8-3. Bennett Kuhnlein, Jayden Veit, with an assist to Chris Reinhardt, had goals for Vernon. Kuhnlein scored the Vipers’ only goal in a 7-1 game two loss. Cash Anderson and Maddux Minard drew assists. In Atom C play, the Vernon H&L Glass Vipers fell 2-1 to Salmon Arm in a close, couldhave-gone-either-way game. Luke Walsh had the lone goal for Vernon.
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Soak up the Arizona sun. Relax poolside. Win nearly $5,000. It was the perfect tonic for Jim Cotter and teammates to prepare for a run at a third straight Canadian Direct Insurance B.C. Men’s Curling championship, which begins this morning at the Nelson Curling Club. Cotter, third Ryan Kuhn second Tyrel Griffith and lead Rick Sawatsky tuned up for the provincial tournament by going 6-1 at the Ed Werenich Golden Wrench Classic in Phoenix (average daily temperature between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius), losing the final, 9-3, to former teammate John Morris and the Pat Simmons rink out of Calgary. Cotter and company collected $4,900 for reaching the final. “It was awesome, a really good time,” said Cotter. “We rented a house and we all stayed together. We were sitting by the pool, the guys went golfing a couple of times and it was good for us to get some games in and get back together. We hadn’t played in a month.” After a weekend training camp in Vernon, and a practice at the Nelson club Tuesday, it’s down to the business of winning a third consecutive provincial title for Cotter, and fifth in the last six years. In the last five provincials – including last year’s thrilling extra end win on home ice at the Vernon Curling Club over New Westminster’s Dean Joanisse – Cotter is 32-7 overall, 12-1 in the last two years. “We’ve been fortunate to put ourselves in good situations,” said Cotter of his provincial success. “There’s a lot of really good teams, and there’s definitely a target (on our backs) but other teams will have targets on their backs.
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Vernon’s Jim Cotter begins the hunt for a third straight Canadian Direct Insurance B.C. men’s curling championship today in nelson. “We have to go there and focus on the process and do what we need to do, which is make shots and put points on the board.” Cotter opens the 16-team tournament at 9 a.m. in the first draw against Will House of Richmond. Vernon’s Mark Longworth, in search of his first provincial purple heart in his 11th attempt (qualified for the B.C.’s for the fourth straight year), opens at 9 a.m. against former Vernon junior Tom Buchy of Kimberley. “It will be a good test,” said Longworth, who has his son, Michael, at third, Penticton’s Blaine Black at second and John Slattery at lead. “We lost to him last year in Vernon in the B event. It’s always a tough matchup for us. We’re looking forward to a good first game.” Longworth reached the playoffs in Vernon last year despite playing with a severe hamstring injury. The goal for the
veteran is to make one of the four qualifying spots for Saturday’s playoff round, hoping to use his vast provincial playdowns experience. “One loss or two losses doesn’t kick you out,” said Longworth. “We have to stay even and come ready to play.” It’s a triple knockout format with one rink qualifying from the A and B events, and two rinks making the playoffs out of the C event. The A and B winners meet in the one-versus-two Page playoff game, with the winner advancing directly to Sunday’s 4 p.m. final. The loser plays the winner of the threeversus-four game in the semifinal. Vernon’s Jamie Sexton is also competing at the provincial finals, throwing third rocks for Stephen Schneider of Vancouver. The B.C. winner advances to the Tim Hortons Brier in Ottawa.
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The Vernon Panthers are starting to click. The Panthers capped off Tessa’s Tournament in Surrey by dumping the Handsworth Royals of North Vancouver 69-52 to go 3-0 in the roundrobin event. Lonny Mazurak’s senior girls basketball squad pulled away by opening the final quarter on a 12-2 run. “The group is beginning to gel and are playing well as we head into playoffs,” said Mazurak. Kristy Fugel led the Panthers with 16 points while player of the game Megan Rouault and Jordyn Cullum added 14 points each. Cullum followed in the footsteps of former Panther Jordan Korol by being selected as the recipient of the $500 Tessa Beauchamp Scholarship. Cullum will play college hoops for UBC Okanagan next season, joining Korol. Beauchamp was a member
of several provincial teams. She died in 2012 after a battle with cancer. In North Zone senior boys AA league play, the Kal Lakers edged the Seaton Sonics 53-52. Ryan Squair led the Lakers with 14 points, Bastian Seidelmenn added six and Carson Grey and Gavin Huggins chipped in four points apiece. Carter Bosquet, Wyatt Carter Jared Bobryk, Ty Ho and Kadyn Thomas all hit the Lakers’ score sheet. Kobe Romanovitch had 20 points, Noah Alleyne had 15, Nate Banga popped in 14 and Satch McDermid added 10 as the Fulton Maroons downed the Pleasant Valley Secondary Saints 89-44 to wrap up league play. The Maroons edged the LV Rogers Bombers of Nelson 68-67 in an exhibition match. “It was a good game to the finish but we didn’t take care of the ball very well,” said Maroons coach Dale Olson. Banga led all scorers with 21
points. Hunter Krieger added 13 points and eight boards, Caden Doyle popped in seven points and nine rebounds while Ike Olson hauled in 11 boards and scored six points. Fulton Grade 8 Maroons played some extra basketball at the Barry Dearing Invitational Tournament in Salmon Arm. The Maroons lost their first two games in overtime before ending the tournament with a 38-35 win over Dr. Knox of Kelowna. Levi Lee scored 15 points including two baskets from three-point range, to go with six rebounds and three assists. Jacob Friesen, who sealed the game with key free throws down the stretch, finished with 10 points and 19 rebounds for Fulton, which opened the event with a tough 44-43 loss to the Kettle Valley Railway Middle School. The Penticton squad won the game with a free throw with less than a second to go in overtime. Fulton player of the game
Quin Williamson forced overtime with a buzzer beater. Williamson had eight points, 11 rebounds and three steals to go along with some spectacular defence. Lee had 10 points and Cole Hutchison played solid defence and added nine points. The Maroons were back on the floor to face the Shuswap Rams, who won 62-57 in double OT. Friesen had a monster game for the Maroons, scoring 28 points, adding 16 rebounds and four blocked shots, earning player of the game honours. Karan Malhotra nailed two treys, while Nemo Mcdonald had nine points and four steals. Williamson again hit a shot at the buzzer to force the first overtime while Lee scored a layup off an inbounds play at the buzzer to force the second extra period. The Maroons warmed up for the North Zone finals next week by downing the Seaton Soinics 38-20. Malhotra led Fulton with 13 points while Friesen added seven and nine rebounds.
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YOUR BIRTHDAY TODAY Don’t hold on to the past or dwell on what might have been. Your ability to separate the good from the bad will encourage you to take on challenges that will help build confidence. Leap at every opportunity that comes your way. Strive for a brighter future.
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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Don’t give in to someone’s demands. A positive change to your position, status or reputation will unfold if you are firm and calm. Patience will be required. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) You’ve got the edge when it comes to a competitive challenge. Let your intuition lead the way in order to find the success you are searching for. Doors will open. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Don’t waste your time trying to convince others to do things your way. Follow through with your plans and let your achievement speak for itself. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You’ll capture attention. Step things up a notch and show everyone what you are capable of doing. Romance will brighten your day and lead to a better relationship with someone special. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) In order to bring about worthwhile change, you will have to be adaptable and disciplined. Use your intelligence and experience to help guide you in a direction that is realistic and cost-efficient. CANCER (June 21-July 22) Make personal changes that will build your confidence and help you step into the limelight. You will attract the interest of a unique and gifted individual. A joint venture looks promising.
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Emma passed away peacefully with family by her side. She will be sadly missed by her 4 sons Robert, Michael (Ruth), Gregory (Valerie) and Kelly (Laurie) as well as 13 grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, many friends, and relatives. Born as Emma Mae Gaw, she grew up in Brigden Ontario where she met and married James Harold (Sandy) Sanderson in 1945. Sandy was an airport manager, and together they began moving west, finally landing at Prince George airport in 1955. This is where Emma raised her boys, worked part time, met the Queen, expanded her crafting interests, and sadly lost her beloved husband Sandy in1976. Although Emma retired to Vernon in 1983 she still spent many summers at her cabin on Bobtail Lake enjoying her grandchildren. In Vernon she joined several community groups including the weaver’s guild. Emma also travelled extensively, including a trip to Hawaii where she sang on stage with Don Ho. A very talented crafter Emma was always working on a weaving, knitting, sewing or similar project for her extended family, friends and charities. In 2014 she returned to Prince George to be close to family. Emma will be greatly missed for her generous loving nature and great sense of humor. There will be no service at Emma’s request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
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US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
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Drivers/Courier/ Trucking Class 1 driver required for local work and switches. This is a full time position, the successful candidate must have his own transportation and be physically fit. Monday to Friday,with the occasional evening work. Please email: parris@ricknickelltrucking.com or by fax to 250-546-0600. No phone calls please.Include the title local driver in subject line.
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LABOURER (Regular) 6 Positions Reporting to an assigned Unit Manager, Operator, Tradesman, or Equivalent, this position carries out a variety of work necessary for the completion of the municipality’s construction and maintenance operations in the areas of water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage system, road, sidewalks, parks and buildings, and performs other work as required. Note: Only applications submitted with a valid driver’s abstract will be considered. This position may be subject to a layoff during winter months. Closing date is February 19, 2016. Please quote competition # 19-COV-16.
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(Temporary) April 15 - September 1, 2016 approximately Reporting to the Manager, Public Works, Parks & Airport, this seasonal position carries out general labour duties necessary for parks, boulevard, and City facility grounds maintenance from April to September (approximately). Closing date is February 19, 2016. Please quote competition # 20-COV-16. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for complete job descriptions and methods of application.
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Nixon Wenger LLP is one of the largest, fasting growing law firms outside of Greater Vancouver. Currently with 24 lawyers, we are a full service law firm working with clients across the province and into Alberta. Our firm is looking to recruit dedicated professionals for the permanent full time positions of:
SENIOR LEGAL ASSISTANT: Working with our Solicitors Department, the ideal candidate will have 3 years of experience as a legal assistant/paralegal who enjoys working in a fastpaced, deadline driven environment. This position requires the candidate to be highly organized, detail oriented, and you must have the ability to multi-task and prioritize. While you will independently manage files, this position involves taking instructions, drafting legal documents as well as more traditional legal assistant paralegal tasks. You will work closely with a team of lawyers and other support staff to deliver outstanding customer service to our clients.
TRIAL COORDINATOR TRAINEE: Working under the direction of the Litigation Lawyers and the Trial Coordinator, this is a position that requires a candidate who is highly organized, detail oriented and who displays exceptional customer service both in person and on the phone. The candidate will train with the Trial Coordinator and work closely with the Litigation Department and the Court Registry on a number of scheduling tasks. Preference will be given to candidates with strong computer skills and legal assistant training. Our firm offers a positive working environment with competitive salaries, a group benefits program and an RRSP option. Nixon Wenger LLP welcomes your interest in these employment opportunities and we invite all qualified candidates to submit your resume to humanresources@nixonwenger.com by Friday February 12, 2016. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.   Â
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Sparkling Hill is looking to hire the following team members: • Housekeeping Attendants • Evening Laundry Attendant • Evening Cleaning Attendant
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housekeepassistmgr@sparklinghill.com Big Foot Manufacturing Inc. (BFM) A manufacturer of quality custom built moulded log homes, is currently seeking a highly competent individual, preferably with experience in manufacturing and cost accounting for the position of Controller. BFM is currently under sales negotiattions and if sold, the position will be subject to discussions with the future senior management. Initially the position will likely be a four-day work week. The successful candidate will be an experienced professional that oversees all the financial accounting and cost accounting and must be able to work well with a team to accomplish company goals and targets. The position reports directly to the President at BFM’s parent company R.C.Core Co., Ltd., which is a public company located in Japan, with some reporting to the Senior Vice President-Operations. The controller is responsible for the preparation of monthly financial statements by the 5th working day and for overseeing the quarterly reviews and annual audit process, working with the external auditor firm. Candidates should possess their accounting designation with at least 5 years experience, a high degree of accuracy in their work, strong computer and ERP skills and knowledge of SOX and IFRS. Experience with Great Plains software would be a definite asset. BFM is located in the interior of BC near Salmon Arm, BC which is located on the sunny Shuswap Lake. If you are interested, please send a copy of your resume and a cover letter to. Attn: Wayne Brown wayne@bigfoot-mfg.com Or fax to: 250-835-4732
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Enhanced security clearance Janitorial staff required for Vernon RCMP. Good wages. info@evergreenmaintenance.ca 250-328-5889.
Farm labourers required at Turtle Mountain Vineyards. $10.59/hr, 5-6 days/wk, planting, pruning, harvesting. April October. Call 250-540-1011. turtlemountainvineyards@shaw.ca
Email cover letter and CV to drelliot@arisechiropractic.com
Seasonal full-time Farm Workers required to plant, cultivate, harvest crops at Randhawa Orchards, 7467 Baker Hogg Rd 3 positions, start May - Oct 2016, $10.59/hr. palwinder1980@hotmail.com
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King’s Christian School is hiring Teachers for the 2016/17 school year:
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Colonial Farms is accepting resumes for all departments. Excellent starting wage, must be in good physical condition & very reliable. Please drop resumes off at 3830 Okanagan St, Armstrong between 9am-2pm Monday - Friday.
Seasonal full-time Farm Workers required to plant, cultivate, harvest crops at K & R Orchards, 4965 Bella Vista Rd 3 positions, start April 15 - Oct 2016, $10.59/hr. Call 250-3082499
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Dynamic Auto Recycling Company located in Lumby BC is looking to add a few more team members to our growing company. Must have some automotive experience and own tools, which starting wages will depend on. $18 per hour plus Wonderful benefits, full time with lots of growth potential. Contact: Kas @autorecycling.com or fax 250-547-2301
Home Care/Support PICCADILLY Care Centre in Salmon Arm seeks a PT or OT for 4 hours a week. Current registration with the College required. For details call 250804-1676 ext: 102.
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BICHON Hanvanese puppies, vet checked, 1st set of shots, delivery available. 1-250-8046848. Ready to go. Shampooches Pet Grooming 4311 25th Ave, Vernon. Call for information 250-275-1385
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Medical/Dental MOA needed for a busy family practice, exp. with OSLER preferred, please present with resume & references at #1002917 28 Ave, Vernon. MOA Part-time. 6 Doctor Family Medicine and Maternity Care office seeks MOA. Ability to work effectively in a team environment using EMR. Email resume: thecentrevilleclinic@gmail.com
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Dynamic Auto Recycling Company located in Lumby is looking to add a few more team members to our growing company. Must have sales experience, autoparts knowledge, telephone and computer skills. Fulltime, $20/hr + commissions. Wonderful benefits, full time with lots of growth potential. Contact: Kas @autorecycling.com or fax 250-547-2301
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 Contact Service for your flat roof needs & repairs & waterproofing. John 250-309-2675
8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $65-$110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, or Sale. U1ST MOVING 2 men + truck $90/hr. Local and long distance. Call 250-859-8362. 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
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Rubbish Removal *1 Vernon’s own DumpRunz Fast courteous service for around 1/2 the price of the big guys. 250-307-9449
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Feed & Hay SMALL SQUARE BALES FOR SALE. 2015 4TH CROP, NO RAIN, STORED INSIDE. $12/BALE. 250-308-4738 Wheat Straw in round bales or 3’ x 4’ square bales. 250-8046720
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Auctions 2 DAY Online auction Feb. 16 and Feb 17. 1000 plus lots incl $350K ins. claim of food equip (some in orig. pkg), 7 bailiff seizures of restaurants/grocery stores, high end sausage making equip, 3x350 gallon steam kettles w-agitators, ice cream equip and complete cappuccino bar equip. Visit www.activeauctionmart.com to view, register and bid. Onsite viewing opens Feb 9. Call 604-371-1190 or email: buyit@activeauctionmart.com for more info.
Building Supplies Used building materials. Tin, 8’ or 9’ length. $1.00 per lineal ft.,Trusses 38’ & 40’. 2x4, 2x6 walls,3/8 plywood, $4.00 per sheet. Insulation. 20’ container $2500.250-804-6720.
Firewood/Fuel DUMP truck load firewood cut & split (approx. 2-1/2 cords) fir/birch mix. $550 delivered 250-833-6235
Heavy Duty Machinery A-Steel Shipping Storage Containers. Used 20’40’45’53’ insulated containers. All sizes in stock. Prices starting under $2,000. Modifications possible doors, windows, walls etc., as office or living workshop etc., Ph Toll free 24 hours 1-866528-7108 or 1-778-298-3192 8am-5pm. Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com
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Misc. Wanted Buying Collector Coins, Accumulations, coin collections & Old money. US Canada & world coins. Plus anything made of gold or silver. Todd’s Coins. 1-250-864-3521 I can make House calls! Buying Collector Coins, Accumulations, coin collections & Old money. US Canada & world coins. Plus anything made of gold or silver. Todd’s Coins. 250-864-3521 I can make House calls! Local Coin Collector Buying Collections Gold Silver Coins Estates 1-250-863-3082 Chad
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Church is looking for a property to rent or buy to be used for a drug rehabilitation center. (250)307-8858.
1bdrm East Hill suite, level entry, incl util & int n/s,n/p $700. 250-542-9485
WAREHOUSE Lien Act – Notice is hereby given to Tadd Walter Mcleod Registered owner of 2003 Ford F150 2FTPX18L23CA38440 To recover Storage charges of the above mentioned vehicle under the provision of the Warehouse Lien Act in the amount of $3000.00 as of February 5, 2016, the above noted vehicle has been stored at PRO TOW, 4505 23 st, Vernon, BC since October 2, 2015 and will be disposed of on February 24, 2016. Call 250-549-2077.
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Farm Acreage or Lot between Vernon & Armstrong with full hook-ups for 5th wheel trailer required to rent February, 2016. Call Pat (250)572-3980
Willow Manor
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50+ Building One/Two bedroom apartments available. $750 - $875 per month
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250-550-2120 1bdrm apt. near Hospital, laundry, heat, water, F/S, parking incl. $650. NS, Pets neg, Ref’s req. (250)542-7982 1bdrm close to rec centre. N/P, N/S. $650, no Hydro. (250)307-4948 1bdrm, quiet location, level private entry, near Schubert Center & bus rte. incl. cable, parking. F/S. NS, 50+, $670. Call 250-309-3763 2BD-2BTH, Gas F/P. No stairs to UG parking. Secure mature resident building. By VJH. NS NP $1050 250-309-3489 Belmonte 1 bdrm, newly renovated, clean, secure, cat allowed, close to D/T. $705 pm, no util. avail now. 250549-5254. Central 2bdrm, yard, 50+, small pet ok, n/s preferred, ref. req., $680.+util. Apply at #3 or 6 3906 29th Ave. HILLSIDE TERRACE 39th Ave, clean & well maintained; 1 bedroom, No Smoking, No Pets. $730 and up. 250-545-5773 LEVEL Entry 2 bdrm + Den. Lrg bright corner unit, In unit laundry, TONS of storage. Unload car just steps from the kitchen! Mature resident NP NS Prop $900 Ph: 250-5402500
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BLAKELY & COMPANY LAW CORPORATION
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: THE ESTATE OF CYNTHIA MARGARET ROBOTHAM ALSO KNOWN AS SYNTHIA ROBOTHAM ALSO KNOWN AS CYNTHIA MARGARET SLADE, FORMERLY OF 7-5760 FALKLAND ROAD, FALKLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA
Carnival Continues
TO THE FORMER CLIENTS OF ANDREW KERN: Take notice that the legal practice of Andrew Kern, doing business as Kern & Company, located at #3 – 2908 32nd St., Vernon, BC V1T 5M1, is closed. Clients may obtain their originally executed wills by contacting Katie Mason, at The Law Society of BC, 845 Cambie St. Vancouver, BC V6Z 4Z9.
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Legal Notices NOTICE OF DEFAULT Notice is hereby given that at 6:00 PM on February 23rd or thereafter, Western Star Auctions will be on location at 5357 – 25th Ave Vernon BC, to sell by competitive bidding, the miscellaneous personal property and household goods left in storage at Vernon Mini Storage by the following: Rod MacNeil Rob Ferguson Jamie Lamontagne Sheri Teeple Dale Hill
News
Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Cynthia Robotham aka Synthia Robotham aka Cynthia Margaret Slade are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, Margaret Cynthia Fritz, c/o her solicitor, Blakely & Company Law Corporation, at P.O. Box 357, Armstrong, BC, V0E 1B0, on or before March 10, 2016, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.
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A flock of geese shares the skies with hot air balloons Friday during the 24th annual Vernon Winter Carnival Hot Air Balloon Fiesta.
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The Craziest Store In Town! HAROLD SELLERS PHOTO
A great blue heron rests along Vernon Creek. The Great Backyard Bird Count runs from Friday to Monday.
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The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual four-day event that engages birdwatchers to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are. The 19th annual GBBC will be held from Friday to Monday. “This free, familyfriendly event is fun, provides great opportunities to learn more about birds, connect with nature and support bird conservation,” said Claude Rioux, a director with the North Okanagan Naturalists Club. “Each checklist submitted during the GBBC helps researchers to learn more about how birds are doing, and how to protect them and the environment we share.” If you have never participated in the GBBC or any other Cornell Lab citizen-science project, you’ll need to create an account at http://gbbc.birdcount. org/ Count birds for at least 15 minutes on one or more days of the GBBC. “Count birds in as many places, and on as many days, as you like, one day, two days, or all four days,” said Rioux. “Submit a separate checklist for each new day, for each new location, or for the same location if you counted at a different time of day. Estimate the number of individuals of each species you saw during your count period.” The Great Backyard Bird Count is a joint partnership between Audubon and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, with Bird Studies Canada as the official Canadian partner.
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