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A public consultation date to discuss the potential closure of Armstrong Elementary School re-configuring schools in the city has been set. The public meeting will take place Monday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m. at Pleasant Valley Secondary School. North Okanagan-Shuswap school trustees voted in February to possibly reconfigure Armstrong’s current four schools to three: two kindergarten to Grade 7 elementary schools (Highland Park Elementary and reverting Len Wood Middle School to an elementary school) and one Grade 8 to 12 school (Pleasant Valley Secondary). This would leave Armstrong Elementary School, the historic “brick school,” which opened in 1921, facing closure. The moves come as the school district is facing a $1.3 million budget shortfall. The school district has prepared a 14-page information package which covers a wide majority of topics ahead of the public meeting. “As we move towards April and more information becomes available, these packages will be updated,” said Alice Hucul, school district communications officer. The document can be found at the district website, www.sd83.bc.ca. A similar meeting to discuss the future of Silver Creek Elementary will be held April 6 at Silver Creek. Trustees will vote on the proposed Armstrong reconfiguration and possible Armstrong Elementary closure at a special board meeting Tuesday, April 26 at the district education centre in Salmon Arm.
Rise in drug overdoses sounds alarm RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Drug overdoses are increasingly claiming lives. The B.C. Coroner Service reports the number of overdose deaths in Vernon climbed from six in 2014 to nine last year, and local agencies say the trend is continuing three months into 2016. “Every community is affected by these overdose deaths,” said Dr. Trevor Cornell, chief medical health officer with the Interior Health Authority. “We want every community to be ready as we expect to see projected overdose deaths.” On Monday, IHA and the Cammy LaFleur Street Outreach Program issued a health alert to community agencies in Vernon. The agencies then provide the information to drug users. “It’s how we get our message out,” said
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bad batch of drugs and most overdose cases involve opioid drugs such as OxyContin and heroin. The upswing in overdoses may be partially related to increased use of fentanyl. “Are we able to link the two, not really. But there seems to be an association,” said Cornell, adding that two-third of overdoses are not a result of fentanyl. Those using opioid drugs are advised to take steps to reduce the risk of overdose: ■ Don’t mix different drugs (including pharmaceuticals, especially benzodiazepines such as Ativan and valium, street drugs, and alcohol). ■ Don’t take drugs when you are alone. ■ Don’t experiment with higher doses and take a small sample of a drug before taking your usual dosage. ■ Keep an eye out for your friends – stay together and look out for one another.
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Laundry services are being lost at Vernon Jubilee Hospital despite opposition. The Interior Health Authority decided Tuesday to contract out laundry, which will impact 93 full-time equivalent positions at five facilities in the Interior. There are 17 employees at VJH. “A clear case exists to proceed with outsourcing laundry services at our major facilities,” said Erwin Malzer, board chairperson, in a release. “With an anticipated savings of about $35 million over the life of the contract, we will be able to increase our investment in facilities and equipment to support direct patient care, including necessary upgrades and expansions of our emergency departments and operating rooms.” Members of the Hospital Employees Union gathered in front of VJH at 7 a.m. Monday to protest the possibility of privatization. “They are hard-working people who do them and it’s an efficient service,” said Wes Fitzsimmons, union spokesperson in Vernon. Fitzsimmons says the jobs are well-paying and those wages support families and local economies. Nearly 13,000 residents signed a petition opposing contracting out and Interior municipalities, including Vernon, raised concerns with the government and IHA about privatizing laundry. A recent study by a university economist didn’t find a valid business case for contracting out the work, after reviewing IHA documents. “The service we provide in-house is a good service,” said Fitzsimmons. HEU will now guide laid off workers through the labour relations process. “It’s astounding to us that the IHA has demonstrated such disregard for the quality of service our members work so hard to provide, and the economic wellbeing of the communities in which they work,” said Jennifer Whiteside, HEU secretary-business manager. The health authority has inked a 20-year agreement with Ecotex Healthcare Linen Service to provide the majority of linen and laundry services through a centralized Kelowna-based facility, supported by regional distribution centres. “Interior Health laundry employees have delivered high quality service to our patients for many years, and I understand they may feel disappointed with this decision,” said Malzer. “While there will be job displacement within our sites, we believe the commitment by Ecotex to build a facility in the Southern Interior and hire residents from our region will offset some of the impact felt. We will also work with the HEU to support laundry employees as they consider options for the future, whether that is through accessing vacancies or retraining.”
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he Clubhouse is a special place for kids to be themselves and prepare for the future. The North Okanagan Neurological Association launched a fundraising campaign Monday to replace an existing building with a 9,500-square-foot facility primarily focused on children with autism. “We’ve completely outgrown it. We’re seeing 56 children with autism,” said Helen Armstrong, NONA executive director. The Build A Clubhouse campaign has a goal of raising $1.6 million and there are already donations and pledges of $700,000. “We still have a little ways to go but it’s a great start,” said Janice Foster, NONA chairperson. A number of businesses and service clubs have already stepped up to the plate, and the community is now being urged to get onboard. “We will be at lots of public events,” said Ian Laidlaw, chairperson of the 12-person campaign team. “You will see the Clubhouse pop up around Vernon and the North Okanagan.” Honourary chairperson is Archie Stroh. The Clubhouse is expected to be constructed this year next to NONA’s child development centre downtown, and it will include 10 therapy rooms, a gymnasium and a learning kitchen. The goal is to provide specialized learning opportunities for feeding and life skills. Among those looking forward to the new facility are Robert and Carey Keith, parents of Evan, who was born with Down syndrome and then diagnosed with autism. “We knew there was help,” said Carey Keith. The family is accessing services at the current building but is looking forward to the new Clubhouse, which will include rooms with one-way glass so parents can observe therapy sessions. “We can understand what’s really going on,” said Robert Keith. As she cuddles four-year-old Ashton Hartwig, behaviour interventionist Aimee Chevrier contemplates the benefits of the new Clubhouse. “It will be great to have a space for them that is bigger and better,” said Chevrier. NONA’s child development centre provides assistance to more than 700 children and youth with special needs annually. Residents can donate to Build the
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Using wood in innovative and beautiful ways to bring new life to an Enderby hub has earned KH Designs an award from the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). The Quilakwa Centre is home to the Splatsin boardroom and development corporation offices, a First Nation’s arts shop, gas bar, convenience store, and a Tim Hortons restaurant and drive-thru. The winning partnership includes KH Designs, Splatsin, Omega & Associates Engineering and Sperlich Log Construction. “We are pleased to be recognized with this award from SFI and the Wood Design awards program,” said Splatsin Chief Wayne Christian. “The Quilakwa Centre is the cornerstone of Splatsin, as well as the community of Enderby. It embodies the original natural style of handcrafted log construction and also embraces and showcases our local culture.” The building was designed to replace a gas station and convenience store. The 13,520 square foot, two-storey structure used heavy timber logs from Downie Timber lands in Revelstoke and the Revelstoke Community Forest Corporation. Both are certified to the SFI Forest Management Standard, which promotes responsible forestry, encourages conservation, supports sustainable communities and recognizes indigenous peoples’ rights and traditional knowledge. Splatsin members also harvested some of the special character logs from their own lands. These types of logs are typically not used by the forest industry because of their crookedness and character. “The Quilakwa Centreis a showcase for the beauty, versatility and durability of wood from responsibly managed forests that support sustainable communities,” said Kathy Abusow, president and CEO of SFI Inc. “This project is also a prime example of how SFI supports efforts to strengthen the vital links between healthy forests, responsible purchasing and sustainable communities.” The entire structural frame of the building was engineered in massive solid-wood components. The log posts and beams, which are up to 40-inches in diameter, carry all the loads from the walls and roof panels through to the foundation. Using natural logs in a structure has been calculated to have the lowest environmental impact of any type of wall construction. “When comparing the impacts of wall materials, there really is no other material that comes close to wood as a green building material,” said Kevin Halchuk, president of KH Designs in West Kelowna. “When we consider energy efficiency during use and the ability of log walls to store carbon, the environmental advantages are quite significant.”
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Area ready to educate refugees KATHERINE MORTIMER Morning Star Staff
When the first family of Syrian refugees arrives in the North Okanagan, the Vernon School District is ready to help get their children enrolled in local schools. Vernon School District superintendent Joe Rogers has been working with Joe Rogers staff at Vernon & District Immigrant Services Society to ensure the district’s newest students will have a smooth tran-
sition into the school system. Board chairperson Kelly Smith said the society will be the welcome centre for refugees fleeing the civil war in Syria. “They are ready, so the folks at Immigrant Services have done all of their work, and once they have helped in finding homes and showing them things like where to do their grocery shopping, then they will let the school know that they are ready and we will send staff to Immigrant Services Society, where all of the school registration will take place.” Smith said secondary students will go directly to the high school in their neighbourhood, but initially all of the elementary students will be enrolled at Mission
Snowmobilers assisted RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff
Another group of snowmobilers had to be rescued from the backcountry. Vernon Search and Rescue received a report Sunday at 5 p.m. of three stranded snowmobilers near Finlayson Lakes in the Park Nelson area east of Mabel Lake. They had gone down into a narrow canyon and could not get back out. “You are going in downhill but coming out, it’s steep and the snowmobiles can’t do the steep stuff. They just spin out,” said Leigh Pearson, Vernon SAR search manager.
“The snow is also heavy and wet because it’s getting warm.” Search members left their snowmobiles at the top of the canyon and went down by snowshoe to bring the snowmobilers out. The snowmobiles are still in the canyon as SAR does not remove machines. “The only way to get them out is probably by helicopter.” said Pearson. Pearson is urging anyone out snowmobiling to be familiar with the terrain. “Also, think about how you will get out. Consider the consequences and that this may not be the thing to do,” he said.
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Armstrong capital projects on drawing board RogeR Knox Morning Star Staff
Details of Armstrong’s 2016 capital projects have been presented to council. On the books this year are a water main upgrade on Okanagan Street from Colonial Farms to Highland Park Road (city limits); asphalt resurfacing on Wood Avenue from Bridge Street to Okanagan Street; and the removal of a retaining wall on Okanagan at VanKleek Avenue South. “We are presenting the drawings to you today,
and tenders will be posted in March,” said city public works manager Tim Perepolkin. Council is expected to approve the projects in April. Mutual aid continues The city voted unanimously in favour of extending a five-year agreement for the provision of mutual aid for emergency resources. The current agreement, signed in 2011 with the Cities of Vernon and Enderby, Regional District
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A Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the Lumby Village Hall, 1775 Glencaird Street, Lumby, B.C. on Monday, March 7, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. to hear representations on the following matter: VILLAGE OF LUMBY ROAD CLOSURE AND REMOVAL OF HIGHWAY DEDICATION BYLAW NO. 776, 2016 This Bylaw proposes to close an 847 m2 area of Shuswap Avenue and to consolidate the same area with the property legally described as Lot 3, DL 308, Except the E462 feet thereof and located at 2313 Shuswap Avenue. In exchange, the owner (Accel Unlimited Development Corp.) of the property located at 2313 Shuswap Avenue is proposing to dedicate a 1210.3 m2 portion of his property as road right-of-way. The proposed property boundary adjustment is intended to better align the Shuswap Avenue road right-of-way with the boundaries of the constructed roadway and the adjacent pathway.
year contract after that,” said Mayor Chris Pieper. “All the communities working together makes the North Okanagan that much stronger.” Building starts promising
Building is off to a good start in the city. There were four starts in January worth $592,000. That’s up from only one in January 2015 worth $100,000. “Two commercial and two residential buildings,” said Coun. Lance McGregor. “Not a bad start to the year.” Speed reader board back The joint speed reader board program returns to Armstrong for three weeks in March.
Perepolkin said the participating communities – Armstrong, Spallumcheen and Enderby – agredd to change from a two-week interval to three weeks to reduce time associated with transferring the unit between communities. The speed reader board is set up in selected areas to slow down fast-moving traffic. This is the third year of operation for the board. Spallumcheen is the first community to start the program in 2016.
City reducing sewer rates RogeR Knox Morning Star Staff
Sewer fees are coming down in Armstrong. A long-term sewer debt paid off in 2014 freed up $71,000 in annual debt-servicing costs for the sewer fund. At around the same time, the Armstrong
Spallumcheen Fire Hall renovation project funding was being analyzed with an estimated annual debt servicing of $47,700. Council at the time agreed with staff to reduce sewer fees by the amount of the fire hall debt costs in order to nullify the effect of
the new debt for most taxpayers, with the remainder of the sewer fund savings being transferred to reserves. The full effect of the debt servicing costs for the fire hall renovation will be recognized starting this year at an annual total of $44,000.
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The spring pruning and yard waste pickup is scheduled to begin April 12, 2016. Material must be out at the curb before 7:00 a.m. Bundled Prunings Pickup
All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by this Bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the Bylaw. Copies of the proposed Bylaw may be inspected at the office of the Village of Lumby from February 29, 2016 through March 7, 2016 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays. For further information, please contact Jennifer A. Miles of the Planning Department at 250-550-3746 or by e-mail at jennifera.miles@rdno.ca
• Prunings must be tied in bundles with string (no wire of any kind) • Bundle size must be manageable • Bundles are to be stacked parallel to the street, away from other objects, for ease of pick-up • Maximum diameter of pruning = 4 inches • Maximum length of pruning = 6 feet • No roots or dirt in the bundle • Prunings with thorns are to be bundled separately
Bagged Organics Pickup • Garden waste such as leaves, needles, clippings, and other material that cannot be bundled • Must be in see-through plastic bags. Any other types of bags or boxes will not be picked up • No loose material will be picked up • Maximum weight of bag = 50 pounds • Bags to be placed at the curb and away from bundled prunings • Leaves are not to be raked onto street
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As a result, sewer fee reductions will need to be implemented this year and can be applied retroactive to Jan. 1. “There will be a net effect of zero on taxes,” said Coun. Shirley Fowler, chairperson of the finance committee. “One gets paid off, the other comes on line.” The fee reductions will be applied proportionately to residential, commercial and industrial users based on the total actual revenue in each user class in 2015. The $44,000 reduction amounts to 6.67 per cent. For residential users the reduction will be $15.07 per house (based on annual flat rate of $226 in effect in 2015). Commercial users will see a metered sewer rate decrease from 95 cents per cubic meter of water consumed to 88 cents. For the city’s lone industrial user, the reduction will automatically be captured in the annual rate setting process as dictated in an agreement between the user and the city. A bylaw on the change will be introduced for consideration March 14.
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Garry Molitwenik, with the North Okanagan Community Life Society, recognizes Pippa Forster for raising $8,000 during the organization’s gala.
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The North Okanagan Community Life Society’s eighth annual gala was a huge success. The event Saturday raised a record $68,455 to assist individuals with developmental disabilities. “This is not possible without the hard work of our committee, Pippa Forster and Dawn and Andrew Fradley,” said Garry Molitwenik, with NOCLS. “The artists’ generosity allows us the opportunity to experience their expressions and talents in the comfort of our homes. Heidi Thompson’s beautiful painting, Green Transparency 2006, was the most sought after masterpiece while Barry Rafuse, Michelle Loughery, Andrea Thornburn, Mike Jell, and Gary Whitley were in much demand.” Kathy Ridley, of the Vernon Square Liquor Store, Tania Robinson, from 30th Street Liquor Store, and Colin Hamilton, from the Village Green Liquor Store, were able to provide wine for the meal and product for the baskets which were made by Jeanne and Kendra Molitwenik.
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The RCMP are requesting public assistance in locating a missing Armstrong resident. Terrence Strynadka, 63, was last seen Feb. 15 near Swan Lake. He is described as five-foot nine and 189 pounds, with grey hair, brown eyes and a grey moustache and beard. He was last seen wearing glasses and a black and grey jacket. “Police are very concerned for Strynadka’s health and well-being and friends and Strynadka family report that it is out of character for him to be out of contact for this long,” said Const. Jocelyn Noseworthy. Anyone with information on Strynadka’s whereabouts is urged to contact their local police, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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t any point, the Ministry of Transportation is going to reveal its latest incarnation for the Stickle RoadHighway 97 intersection just north of Vernon. And when the plan is released, it will be interesting to see if ministry bureaucrats have stuck to their guns or they have remembered the fiasco that was Cosens Bay Road. In a nut shell, the ministry announced in 2014 that it wanted to remove a 30-metre-wide strip from Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park so Richard Rolke it could upgrade Cosens Bay Road. Immediately, public opposition to the plan arose, with many residents expressing concern that a wider road could negatively impact the park’s ecosystem and allow utilities, such as electricity, to be expanded to the residential community south of the park. Coldstream council vigorously opposed the move, while the Regional District of North Okanagan board also came out against the boundary adjustment. The ministry sought to appease the angry hoards by shrinking the right-of-way to 20 metres, but other than that, the bureaucrats stood their ground and insisted that a boundary change was the only way to address road safety. That is until Feb. 26 when a mid-morning press release indicated that the ministry was abandoning its boundary adjustment application and, instead, is pursuing a park use permit. “The park use permit, which is currently being reviewed by B.C. Parks, will enable the
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ministry to achieve its goals on Cosens Bay Road while reducing the potential impact to Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park that a boundary adjustment would have presented,” stated the release. The bottom line was the ministry was agreeing with what residents and local politicians had said all along: a boundary adjustment could have harmed the park. It’s better late than never but a lot of public frustration, as well as the expense of fancy plans and public relations, could have been avoided if the ministry had just accepted community wisdom right from the get-go. And that’s what brings me back to Stickle Road. It’s expected the ministry will release a plan that will see 20th Street extended from Rona to Vernon Volkswagen so motorists can travel from Stickle Road to Vernon without using the highway. However, the ministry was told loud and clear after two other failed proposals that a vast majority of residents, businesses and local officials want a traffic signal at Stickle Road. Linking Stickle Road to 20th Street will do nothing to help slow down southbound highway traffic zooming into Vernon, improve access for businesses and residents on the west side of the highway or make conditions safer for transport trucks frequenting Auto Mile businesses. It’s likely demands for a traffic light will continue so one has to wonder why the ministry continues to go in another direction. One possibility is the perceived arrogance within the department. But as was demonstrated with Cosens Bay Road, public opposition can force the ministry to ultimately shift course. The fight for Stickle Road is far from over.
Members of the Hospital Employees Union gathered in front of Vernon Jubilee Hospital early Monday morning to protest the possibility of privatization of laundry services, just more than 24 hours later they learned their action fell on deaf ears. The Interior Health Authority decided Tuesday to contract out laundry services at five facilities, including VJH, impacting 93 full-time equivalent positions in the Interior, including 17 here in Vernon. “A clear case exists to proceed with outsourcing laundry services at our major facilities,” said Erwin Malzer, board chairperson, of Kelowna, Kamloops, Nelson, Penticton and Vernon. The six smaller communities of Golden, Ashcroft, Princeton, 100 Mile House, Lillooet and Williams Lake will retain inhouse laundry services. Malzer claims a savings of $35 million over the 20-year life of the contract, enabling IH to increase investment in facilities and equipment for patient care. However, a recent study by a university economist didn’t find a valid business case for contracting out and nearly 13,000 residents signed a petition opposing the loss of good-paying jobs that helped support local economies. The debate will likely continue, with good reason, and we certainly understand the frustration and loss felt by union members and their families. A case can certainly be made that management wasn’t listening to their concerns. Now that the decision has been made we hope that IH fulfills their pledge to help the HEU to “support laundry employees as they consider options for the future, whether that is through accessing vacancies or retraining.”
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was dismayed to read in your Jan. 27 edition that Vernon council has voted against a staff recommendation and supports the application for exclusion from the Agricultural Land Reserve of 3.8 hectares of farm land at 15th Street and Pottery Road even though "it goes against the official community plan and the amount of land already existing in Vernon for housing." The ALR was created in B.C. to reduce the alarming rate of development of agricultural land. Without farm land available to produce food locally, we put our ability to support our community's needs at risk. Relying on food transported from outside of the Okanagan and B.C. not only increases our carbon footprint, but it also costs a lot more when you consider the low Canadian dollar these days. I'm sure
Thank you The 45th annual Party for the Disabled was held Feb. 13 at Trinity United Church during Vernon Winter Carnival. The Vernon Jubilee Hospital Auxiliary would like to sincerely thank the following people for helping to make the party such a roaring success for the more than 200 guests and dignitaries attending. The Chilly Creakers provided the much-loved music for the dancing enjoyed by all. They never sat down. The masters of ceremony, Lee Dinwoodie and Kevin Rothwell, kept the guests entertained all afternoon giving out beautifully dressed Teddy bears, which had been generously donated by Dora Schultz. We would like to thank Buy Low Foods and Tim Hortons for supplying all of the food enjoyed by all. We would also like to thank Queen Silver Star and Princess Silver Star for attending. Having royalty attend is always exciting for our guests. The Carnival Cops, jopo, jopette, and Mr. Fix, we commend you for your willing co-operation and ready interaction with our special guests. And last but not least, we would like
we have all noticed the increase in food prices lately. An application to exclude this same parcel was unsuccessful in 2012. Councillors Brian Quiring and Scott Anderson commented that the land is not currently being farmed. Could this be because the person who bought this parcel had no intention of continuing to farm it, and is only interested in development? Do they not respect the restrictions of land held in the ALR? How many times does the community need to fight this battle? The land beside this parcel has been farmed for decades, so why not this piece? I'm disappointed that this council does not see the value in our farm heritage and the benefits that agriculture brings to every citizen of Vernon and B.C. Melanie Middleton
to recognize for their assistance, the youth health care volunteers, Gary Wendt and all of the auxiliary members who looked after the coat check, the decorating, making cookies and sandwiches and hosting. This is one of the auxiliary’s favourite projects and we look forward to putting on this party for our special guests every year. May Correale, VJh auxiliary bands MusT Change The election of the Liberal Party of Canada under Justin Trudeau signaled a complete change in direction for the relationship between the government of Canada and indigenous people across the country. With announced commitments to: n Hold the national inquiry into missing and murdered indigenous women in Canada n Implementation of the 94 recommendations outlined by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission n Respond to the decision handed down by the Federal Human Rights Tribunal showing that Indigenous children living on reserve were discriminated against to the tune of up to 34 per cent,
I feel like my federal government is ready to treat Indigenous people as equals and allies. As a status Indian and a Canadian, I feel this is a watershed moment. As a member of an Indian band, I have some concerns. A new relationship with Ottawa will mean more funding for reserves to support more health, housing and education programs. Promised Liberal infrastructure spending will provide high paying jobs to thousands of Canadians and Indian bands close to areas where this investment will take place will benefit as well. Under good leadership, the opportunities for indigenous communities can only increase. On Oct. 19, Canadians sent 200 brand new members of Parliament to Ottawa. Many career politicians had already resigned or were handed their walking papers by the electorate. Canadians wanted change. I ask my fellow indigenous people to look at the composition of their own councils and ask themselves, "How many decades has nothing changed on your reserve with the same people around the council table?" If you, as individuals, are seeking a new relationship with
Ottawa, it's never going to happen when you have the same stagnant leadership in your communities. For there to be a change, there has to be a change. Joey Jack hullCar waTer I have just watched four questions asked of the minister of health, Terry Lake. They are questions dealing with the ministry's lack of action regarding the nitrates in the Hullcar aquifer. I despair our leadership. The Save Hullcar Aquifer Team sent the same material to both the ministry and the opposition. More than two years ago, the various ministries and the farmer in question were advised by the Steele Springs water board that the nitrates were increasing from their normal level of three parts per million. No action, other than meetings, was taken until the nitrates reached the danger point of more than 10 parts per million. At this point, the Interior Health Authority issued a water quality advisory to Steele Springs. Since that time, the Ministry of Environment has allowed four more manure applications by the farmer.
Our water is not more than 13 parts per million. Is it too much to ask the minister to acknowledge the truth and act upon it? eric greenwood, past-trustee steele springs waterworks district
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Water is life, says Splatsin First Nation Chief Wayne Christian. With that, Splatsin has officially joined forces with the Save Hullcar Aquifer Team (SHAT) to protect their shared resource, the Hullcar aquifers. The two aquifers provide drinking and irrigation water to more than 300 people on the Steele Springs Waterworks District, private well owners and wells on two reserve properties in the Hullcar valley and surrounding area in the Township of Spallumcheen. The aquifers are currently the subject of two drinking water advisories issued by the Interior Health Authority, both related to excessive nitrate contamination. The first advisory was issued on Steele Springs Waterworks District, which provides water to 53 homes on farm properties in and outside the Hullcar Valley, while the second warning was issued to private well owners advising them to have their wells tested regularly because of the threat of contamination. “Water is the lifeblood
Hired Equipment Registration Final Notice Okanagan Shuswap District The Okanagan Shuswap District of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is creating its list of registered Equipment for Hire for the fiscal year of 2016/2017, which begins April 1, 2016. This district geographically covers the area from the United States border, east to Osoyoos, west of Princeton and north of Salmon Arm.
All individuals or companies registered in 2015 will have received invitations by mail to re‑register hired equipment for 2016. If you have new equipment to be added to your profile, you can register online at www.bcbid.ca or contact the District Office in Kelowna to obtain the appropriate forms. Any individuals who were not registered in 2015, but wish to have equipment listed are hereby invited to contact the District Office, either in person or by phone, to obtain the appropriate registration forms. Note that while you do not need to have Commercial (Comprehensive) General Liability Insurance or up‑to‑date WorkSafe BC coverage to register, you will have to meet these requirements prior to working on any ministry projects. Only owned or lease‑to‑own equipment is eligible for registration. Equipment may only be registered in one area in any given year. Seniority is not transferable from area to area. The deadline for new registrations is midnight on Wednesday, March 18, 2016. Late registrations will be accepted, but may appear at the bottom of the open list. Note that there is no charge for registering new equipment, or for changing or deleting equipment information already listed.
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of all our communities, a cent to Steele Springs. precious natural resource The dairy was pinfor all of us, and to allow pointed as the source it to be contaminated is a of the nitrates by senior disgrace,” said Christian, environmental protecwho has worked for tion officer Mike Reiner, more than 30 years in supported by senior establishing healing and Hydro geologist Skye health systems for the Thompson, in a compliIndigenous Nations of ance order issued to the B.C. farm in March 2014. Christian is currently Monthly testing of tribal chief of Steele Springs the Shuswap water, which Nation Tribal had just surCouncil reppassed the resenting nine Canadian of the 17 comDrinking munities of the W a t e r Secwepemc G u i d e l i n e s’ Nation with Maximum responsibiliAcceptable Wayne Christian ties in child Concentration welfare and of 10 parts per aboriginal title million (ppm), and rights. He also serves prompted the order. as one of three Interior In the two years Nation representatives since, the nitrate levels on the 15-member First have remained above the Nations Health Council MAC with the exception of BC with Grand Chief of four months in the Doug Kelly as chairper- summer of 2015, the hotson. test and driest on record. The Hullcar aquifers The February readhave been the subject of ing was up to 13.3 ppm, heated debate in the pro- the highest yet recordvincial Legislature in the ed. Nitrate levels have past few weeks following increased 30 per cent in the release of a request two years. for a hazard abatement “We have been conand protection order cerned about this for a under the Drinking few years,” said Splatsin Water Protection Act of councilor George the Ministry of Health. William. The request “When SHAT was was issued by the formed with the goal of MoTI Ad 1134 AEnvironmental Law Final protecting and remediatOKSH Hired Equipment Centre at the University ing the aquifer, we felt we of Victoria at the request could join them for the Lake Country Calendar of SHAT. betterment of the broadSummerland Review The request is seek- er community. We have Similkameen Spotlight ing a moratorium on two reserves that draw Keremeos/OK Falls Review the spraying of liquid well water from the same Vernon Morning Star manure effluent from aquifer as everyone else. Arm dairy Observer aSalmon 1,000-cow farm There are several young Sicamous Eagle on a 220-acre fieldValley aboveNews women who are pregPenticton#103 Western Aquifer and News adja- nant on our reserves and Salmon Arm Shuswap Market News Salmon Arm Lake Shore News Oliver Chronicle Osoyoos Times
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they are worried about exactly what is in their wells.” Nitrates are considered to be a health risk to pregnant women, a developing fetus, babies under six months of age, the elderly and individuals with weakened immune systems. Recent tests of one Splatsin member’s well water in the Hullcar valley registered 21 ppm, more than double the Canadian MAC and the same standard used by the Environmental Protection Agency in the US, and the World Health Organization. Germany and South Africa have established their MAC at 4.4 ppm. Being under federal jurisdiction while most of the Hullcar and Steele Springs residents are government provincially, the Splatsin recently called upon the First Nations Health Authority to test all their wells. “The split jurisdiction presents a golden opportunity for both levels of government,” said Al Price, SHAT chairperson. “We are hoping both the prime minister and premier, their ministries of health, environment and agriculture, work together to find a solution that works for everyone. “We stated right from the beginning, and Steele Springs chairman Brian Upper has agreed, that we have no interest in shutting down the farm. There are ways they could better manage their waste to eliminate any possibility of further drinking water contamination.” Said Christian: “We can all get along if we work together. If the political will is there, this issue can be solved to the benefit of everyone. It is shameful that in Canada that drinking water for families is not protected in a sustainable manner.” (Editor’s note: previous stories in The Morning Star have stated Steele Springs is under a Do Not Drink the water advisory. Interior Health issued a water quality advisory. We apologize for the errors).
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The Sun Valley Cruise-In was a popular and successful car show that ran in Vernon for 13 years before its volunteers ran out of gas. On July 16, the show makes its return to Polson Park. In the past, the show has hosted up to 450 show vehicles, with more than 8,000 visitors through the park on show day. The committee is seeking local sponsors to help support this event. For information, see www.sunvalleycruisein.com/
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Sherri Lewko (left) and Maddie McLeod, along with others in the community, are busy creating yarn dolls, a traditional toy of children in Cuba. The dolls will be handed out on Friday when Knox Presbyterian Church hosts this year’s World Day of Prayer Service at 1 p.m.
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World Day of Prayer is an international celebration of Christian communities who come together on the first Friday of March each year, to worship and pray for the needs of women and children around the world. Starting in 1922 as a worship service — By Women, For Women — celebrations currently are hosted in more than 170 countries. Today, men and women alike are invited to leadership and participation. Each year, one country is highlighted, and the needs of women and children in that country praised and prayed for. This year, the country is Cuba and the host is Knox Presbyterian Church. “Our building has been transformed into a unique Cuban experience,” said Rev.
Dr. Teresa Charlton, minister at Knox. “We hope to educate, worship and celebrate together with other church communities in Vernon.” Close to 10 churches will participate, including chaplains from Heron Grove and Vernon Jubilee Hospital. It is anticipated that residents from several local retirement homes will also attend. An interactive center will greet guests as they arrive, followed by a worship service prepared by the women of Cuba, and a reception with the flavours and atmosphere uniquely Cuban. Each guest will receive a “Cuban yarn doll” to pin on their jacket as a reminder of the day. The offering gathered is sent back to the Women’s InterChurch Council of Canada, where it funds projects and programs for women and children
The Great Artist Trading Card Exchange will get down to business at the Vernon library on Sunday. Come to the Vernon branch of the Okanagan Regional Library and create works of art, using any media you choose, on blank cards the size of hockey trading cards and trade them, one for one, with other artists young and old. The session will run from 1 to 3 p.m. This free two-hour artist trading card exchange offered in conjunction with the
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in advance at the library and bring them to trade. But space is limited and registration is required. You can register by calling 250-5427610, ext. 6820, online through the Vernon library’s event calendar or in person at the upstairs information desk at the Vernon library. For more information please contact Critchley at 250-542-7610, ext. 6822. This event is co-sponsored by the Vernon Friends of the Library, Gallery Vertigo and the Okanagan Regional Library.
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Volunteer income tax program NexusBC Community Resource Centre helps low-income seniors age 60+ complete their basic tax return. This free service is provided by Canada Revenue Agency-trained volunteers and takes place until April 21 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Schubert Centre. This is a drop-off and pick-up service only. Please bring all your T4 slips and previous year’s tax return. For more information, phone NexusBC at 250-545-0585. creatiVe expressions exhibition Presented by the At This Age group of older adults, until March 5 at Schubert Centre, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. We have a core of 10 participants who enjoy a rich variety of creative activities ranging from intellectual discussions to stimulate the brain, to artistic projects that include painting, paper collages, designing cloths, poetry and creative writing, reminiscing, dancing, listening to music and lyrics, appreciating and viewing artworks, drama playing, viewing and critiquing movies. Exhibition is a wonderful demonstration of a variety of activities that took place in the last two 1/2 years. Includes works of present and past members who made this group a success. To follow us, go to www.facebook.com/TheSocietyForTheArtsInDementiaCare. Members of the group will attend the exhibition and will be more than happy to share with visitors their experiences. Exhibit is free. kindale thrift store holds silent auction Stop by and bid in the amazing in-store silent auction at 2725 Patterson Ave., Armstrong until noon March 11. Reminder we are accepting donations of your like new or gently used treasures Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All proceeds help us help people with diverse abilities in our community! georgette thrift shop “The Worlds Favourite Store is having its Alliteration Sale: gorgeous grad gowns and seriously stylish stiletto and sensible shoe sale! Tons of clothing at $2 or at half price of our already ridiculously low prices. 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 Saturday at 3100-28th Ave. Vernon and district kennel club meets The first Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. This is an opportunity to connect with others involved in many different dog sports in the area. A fun club with friendly people and new members always welcome. Call Jayne at 250-5450187 for more information. fractured land film screening March 2 at 7 p.m. at Schubert Centre. The director will attend this premier showing! We follow Dene lawyer Caleb Behn over a four-year period as he tries to balance his people’s need for fracking jobs with his sacred duty to defend their territory. Will he become a great leader and transform history as he works on Fractures within himself, his community and the world around him? $10 adults; $5 for students. Sponsor: Sustainable Environment Network Society. Vernon community school holds passion night You are invited to join the Vernon Community School’s celebration of students’ passions. Passion Night is an event where students get to show off their passions. The night will include performances, presentations, and stand-alone displays. There will be singing, a fan-made Star Wars trailer, and a photography display, just to mention a few of the amazing things that will be happening! A silent auction will be held and a concession available (cash only for both). March 2 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Fulton secondary (2301 Fulton Rd.) A great way to find out what we are all about. VCS is an innovative, inquiry-based learning model, now in its second year. Still a few spots left for September — students going into Grades 7-11. the Vernon lapidary & mineral club is currently without a workshop and is seeking a new home to set up our equipment. If you can help, please call Linda Zepik at 250-558-5550. eVening x-ray hours at lumby health centre Open Wednesdays 4 to 7 p.m. All doctor requisitions accepted. Same-day
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kanagan College holds information sessions at the Vernon campus, Wednesday, March 2 at 6 p.m. for The Freshmen 15 in the lecture theatre; and at 7 p.m. for arts and science program session in the lecture theatre, and business program session in E102/103. Learn about: The 15 most important things to know before starting post-secondary; the value of an arts and science education; how to transfer credits to other institutions and universities; business program options and opportunities for graduates. Refreshments will be provided and parking is free. For more information, contact Tawnya Cameron at 250-545-7291, ext. 2309, or visit www.okanagan. bc.ca/VernonInfoSessions.
appointments, no waiting! New hours for Lumby X-ray Services: Tuesday 9 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.; Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. and 4 to 7 p.m.; Friday 9:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Call Lumby Health Centre to book your X-ray appointment at 250-547-9741. hi noon toastmasters All welcome who are interested in fantastic social exchanges to join the group. We also have energized and informative get-togethers with an abundance of humor. Come to The Pantry restaurant, 3908-32 St., noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays. Arrive early; we don’t want you to starve so have an excellent meal served by the restaurant while you learn, laugh and enjoy with us. More information: 250-542-5161 or serle1@telusnet the Vernon star country squares Square dance graduates are welcome to join the fun at the Vernon Star Country Squares 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesdays at Knox Presbyterian Church on Alexis Park Dr. Visitors are always welcome! For more information, call Darlene at 778-475-1889. crib at the lawn bowling club Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. held at the lawn bowling club, Polson Park. music loVers! Join the Vernon Community Band and revel in a variety of quality music and fun with conductor Toni Rose, Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m., Vernon secondary school band room. Everyone welcome! Call 250-549-2414 for details. Vernon kalamalka chapter of sweet adelines Rehearsals, Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the Halina Centre, 3310-37th Ave. Our friendly members would welcome ladies of any age to share our wonderful hobby of singing four-part harmony, a cappella style. For information contact Sandra at 250-545-2650 or email sandradesouza1@gmail.com or Grace at 250-545-0808 or visit us online at www.vernonkalamalkachorus. the coldstream farmers market resumes april 6 Please note that our weekly Wednesday market is taking a break until April 6. cribbage at the anaf Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. New players welcome. armstrong seniors actiVity centre We are at 2520 Patterson Ave. Carpet bowling Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m., September to May. Info., call Joy at 250-546-8907. al-anon meets Al-Anon is a fellowship of men and women affected by someone else’s drinking. Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 1204 -30th Ave.; Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church, 3300 Alexis Park Dr. and Sundays at 7 p.m. at W.L. Seaton Centre, 1340 Polson Dr. Info., 250-545-4933. dancing at the schubert centre Every Wednesday at 2 p.m., you will find live entertainment. Dancers of every description and music of every kind are enjoyed. Come dance, watch and just have fun. Drop in and say hi or dance the afternoon away. the schubert centre has a wonderful Thrift Store in its
basement. Full variety of dress and casual clothes for men and women. Housewares, jewelry, material, bedding, craft items etc. Open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. They accept donations of gently used clothing, jewelry,household goods etc. We would love to accept larger donations but picking them up is quite difficult. Every second Saturday of the month the centre has a pancake breakfast and the Thrift Store is open 8 to 11 a.m., usually with a great deal on most items. Quality items at low prices. Everything is cleaned, ironed, mended and tested for working order before sold. Items in stock for most popular holidays, Christmas, Halloween etc. If you feel you have four hours a week to spare and would like to volunteer in the Thrift Store, please call 250-549-4201. okib land use planning family meetings Okanagan Indian Band members are encouraged to contact Operations, Lands and Housing (250-542-3444) to arrange a meeting with family groups to learn more about the OKIB land use planning, and to make sure that the plan includes your priorities! Family meetings will be ongoing at times and locations that work for each family group. The OKIB land use plan is important for all OKIB members, and future generations. Share your voice! darts at the halina seniors centre Every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $2 drop-in or $5 for the month. Everyone 50+ welcome. The centre is behind the Rec Centre at 3310-37 Ave. Come on and have some fun! Info., 250-542-2877. home-cooked meal for seniors in enderby Seniors, please join Wheels to Meals for a home-cooked meal at the Seniors Complex in Enderby, 1101 George St. Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m., come in early, cost is just $8. Info., call Melody at 250-838-6439. kalamalka toastmasters club Join a fun group of interesting people, while learning to improve your speaking and leadership abilities. We meet Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn. For more information, call 250-549-2983 or email karinepoz@gmail.com. Looking forward to meeting you! narcotics anonymous Meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Path to Recovery, 3204 Alexis Park Dr., behind Knox Church (open to the public, 12-step meeting, Traditions meeting, wheelchair access). Our 24-hour helpline is at 1-866-778-4772. drop-in crib at the eagles Fraternal Order of Eagles welcomes you for crib every Wednesday at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come by and see what the Eagles are about and where our monies are spent in the community. Open every day 1 - 7 p.m. the Vernon chapter of the ms society Yoga class for people with MS, every Wednesday 10:30 a.m., People Place. a course in miracles Join us at the Centre, 2913-29th Ave., for study group Wednesdays 5 to 6:30 p.m.; all welcome. For more info. call 250-549-4399.
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the halina crafters Meet every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. Cost waived as crafts are made for the centre’s gift shop. If you are 50+ and like to craft, come on out and join the fun. We’re at 331037th Ave. Call 250-542-2877 for more information. 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. Please call 542-6151 for info. alzheimer support groups The Alzheimer Society of B.C. holds support groups for caregivers and people in early stage of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia first Wednesday of the month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Support group for caregivers also meets the first Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m. For more information please contact Michelle Hallgren at 1-800-634-3399 or e-mail mhallgren@alzheimerbc.org coda meets Codependents Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women working to build healthy relationships with self and others. We meet Wednesdays at 7 p.m., at Seaton Centre on 14th Avenue (off Kal Lake Rd.)
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silVer star mountain museum presents Part II: More Stories of Silver Star and the 1980s — The Good, the Bad and the Ugly March 3 from 4 to 6ish at the Chilcoot Conference Centre. Limited tickets are $20, available at The Village Ski Shop. Music by Russell Haubrich and Friends. Appies, cash bar and door prizes. Dress code: Western. more acrylic painting for adults Vernon Community Arts Centre, March 3 to 24, Thursdays 6 to 9 p.m. Acrylic painting for intermediate artists, instructed by Gabrielle Strong! Cost $140 members, $150 non-members. Call 250-542-6243, email vcacinfo@shaw.ca, or check out www.vernonarts.ca for info! armstrong Volunteer income tax program Community Volunteer Income Tax Program at the Armstrong Seniors Activity Centre, 2520 Patterson Ave., every Thursday in March and April from 1 to 3 p.m. (March 3 to April 28). This is a drop-off and pick-up service only. Please bring all your T-4 slips and your previous year’s tax return. It will be your decision to leave it to the last minute and risk being late to file. The volunteers will complete the returns in the order they are received. The volunteer income tax program helps low-income persons complete their basic income tax returns. The maximum income level for this service is: single person – up to $30,000; couple – up to $40,000. wood carVing at the schubert centre Wood Carving is alive and well in The Schubert Centre. Come, test the waters and you will be pleasantly surprised. Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 a.m. until noon. Phone Allie Paulsen at 250-558-3315 for details. boys club Come and join in the fun and make new friends. Christian learning, badges, games, camp outs, biking, swimming, skating, hiking, crafts, woodworking and club car derby. Boys ages five to eight years old meet at East Hill Community Church Thursdays 6 to 7 p.m., September until May. Boys ages nine to 13 years old meet at the Vernon Christian School Gym, Thursdays 6:45 to 8:15 p.m., September until May. For more information, call East Hill Community Church at 250-545-3926. schubert singers Meet Thursdays from 11 a.m. to noon, every week at the Schubert Centre, in the Ruby Room. If you enjoy singing, come and join this fun-loving group. For more information, call Trudy at 250-542-7744. Vernon silVer star Quilters meets the first and third Thursday of the month at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 5151 Alain Rd. (off Silver Star Road, past Butcher Boys) 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.. the schubert centre has actiVities eVery day Check our monthly magazine, News and Views. Every last Wednesday of the month at the birthday luncheon it will be on sale for 50 cents. It tells you what to expect to happen every day at the centre and also gives you the next month’s tours. It contains coupons, tidbits, news of Catherine Gardens and messages from our president and manager. It also has the days and times of all the events. armstrong seniors actiVity centre We are at 2520 Patterson Ave. Table tennis Thursdays at 1:30 p.m., September to May. Play pool Monday to Friday 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. in the pool room. Info., call Joy at 250-546-8907. halina seniors’ centre table tennis Come out and try a fun game of table tennis at the centre, 3310-37 Ave. (back of Rec Centre) Thursdays from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Everyone 50+ welcome. Cost to drop in is $2 or $5 for the month. Info., call: 250-542-2877. tops (taKe off pounds sensibly) chapter #4844 Meets Thursdays from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at the Alpine Centre, #29. It’s $32 to join, and then $5 a month. For more information, call M. Schmolke at 250-545-8124.
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under the spitfire anaf unit 5 We are at 2500-46th Ave., Vernon. Thursday Night Pool League in the Spitfire Lounge, starts at 7 p.m. New players welcome, including non-members. Thursday league cribbage at 1 p.m. Call Reg Firth at 250-275-0707. narcotics anon. Thursday Night Serenity meeting 7 p.m., side entrance of Alliance Church, 2601-43rd Ave. (open to public, topic/discussion meeting). 24-hour helpline is 1-866-778-4772. free blood pressure and weigh-in clinic The first Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon at the Schubert Centre. Ask at the front desk for room location. new hope for widow/ers weeKly coffee group Every Thursday 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at our office in the People Place, #003, 3402-27th Ave., People Place. This is a drop in gathering where those who have been widowed can meet in a safe atmosphere to make friends and share common experiences. Vernon lions club meets First and third Thursdays of the month at the Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave., 6 p.m. New members welcome. Call Leslie Andrew at 250-503-0917 for more info. pythian sisters Vernon temple #21 Meets the first and third Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre. Contact Patricia at 250-558-5413. common threads Ministering to the needs of our community. Free, good quality used clothing and footwear. Every Thursday 9:30 a.m. - noon and Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. at Vernon Alliance Church. Call 545-7105. halina seniors centre dances Every Thursday from 2 - 4 p.m. in the Halina Room. Doors open 1 p.m. Dancing to old-time country music. Everyone 50+ welcome. Cost: $4 members, $5 non-members and if you’re just coming to sit and listen the cost is $1. We are at 3310-37th Ave., behind the Rec Centre. For more information, call 250-542-2877. Vernon stroKe recoVery branch Meets every Thursday except for the first Thursday of the month, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, 5101-25th Ave. Support to stroke survivors, their families and caregivers; socialization, recreational, educational activities to enhance, develop and maintain motor and cognitive skills. Call Mary-Joan Giffin at 250-260-8029. Vintage cars Are you interested in old cars? The Vintage Car Club of Canada, North Okanagan chapter, meets at The Pantry in Vernon the first Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. We welcome interested guests and new members. Please note: though owning a vintage car may be desirable, it is not a necessity. For more information, call club president Gary Handel at 250-558-5304.
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grandma & grandpa darts at anaf Fridays at 1 p.m. the importance of staying engaged in creatiVe actiVities especially as we get older Lecture March 4 from 10:3 to 11:30 a.m. at the Schubert Centre, presented by Dr. Dalia Gottlieb-Tanaka. Two years ago, Dalia presented a lecture on the same topic. More than 100 people attended the lecture. There was a buzz in the air and the interest seemed to be great. However, something is stopping older adults from joining such groups which clearly could improve their mental health, bring seniors out of isolation, bring excitement and more interest in life. Presentation followed by open discussion with the public. Presentation is free; for anyone who has an interest in older adults and their well-being. the palestine study group meets March 4 at 10 a.m. at The People Place. We will be discussing our upcoming film presentation of Occupation 101 as well as other current events relating to the new bill our government is imposing on Canadian people limiting our freedom of expression. enderby old time dance club St. Patrick’s Day dance March 4 at 7 p.m. at the Enderby Drill Hall. Band is The Valley Five. April 1 will have an Easter theme, and May 6 will have a Hawaiian theme. Everyone welcome. Adults $8, teens $4 and children free. Includes refreshments. Info., call Jim at 250-515-1176. messy church March 4 from 5 to 7 p.m., All Saints Anglican Church, 3205-27th St. (parking lot on 26th St). Join us for crafts, games, worship and supper! This month’s theme is The Story of Easter. Kids need to be accompanied by an adult. All are welcome. Info., Jane Bourcet at janebourcet@gmail.com or 250-306-0191. This is a free event, but please RSVP to allsaintsvernon@telus.net finding my way grief support group North Okanagan Hospice Society is offering a grief support group beginning March 16 for eight consecutive weeks. Sessions will be held in the evenings. The group provides a safe place for adults experiencing grief due to the death of a loved one. Participants will be introduced to the definitions of grief and mourning, discuss ways that grief affects people differently, and identify ways of getting through a time of loss and transition. All interested individuals will be invited
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to meet with the grief and bereavement counsellor prior to registering for the group to determine their current needs and readiness. For more information, please call Panadda at 503-1800, ext. 200 world day of prayer March 4 at 1 p.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 3701-32nd Ave. This year’s service is by the women of Cuba, and a Cuban-flavoured reception will follow. Close to 10 churches will participate, including chaplains from Heron Grove and Vernon Jubilee Hospital. All are welcome to attend. shuswap seed swap & natural liVing fair 2016 The 22nd annual Shuswap Seed Swap at Splatsin Community Centre, 5775 Old Vernon Rd., Enderby, March 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. fundraiser for outbacK jacKs & the horse protection society Outback Jacks & the Horse Protection Society of South Langley present The Burger Night fundraiser March 5. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dinner served at 7:30 p.m. Band at 9 p.m. featuring Septic Sam with Jim Abbott. Meat draw, 50/50 draw, live auction, calendar auction and more. Tickets are $15 for early birds or $20 at the door (tickets include your dinner.) Door tickets will also be used to draw our grand prize at the end of the night For tickets visit or call The Green Pub in Vernon at 778-475-0186 or Outbackjacks Horse rescue Thrift Store in Falkland at 250-4380062 or 250-379-2400. tacK sale at oddfellows hall in armstrong March 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., free admission. English and western saddles and tack, driving harness, clothing, horse supplies, books and training DVDs: a lifetime of treasures, all horse-related. This is a fundraiser for the BC Interior Morgan Horse Club. Come and get ready for show season! For more info., call Nancy at 250-546-9922 or email nancyroman@telus.net come and join the fun and friendship The ladies of the Vernon Dragon Boat Breast Cancer Survivor team encourage you to come out and join us as we paddle our dragon boat on Swan Lake. Our team is made up of vibrant energetic happy women of all ages who have survived breast cancer and are eager to get on with a healthy active life style. We will be having a gathering of new members March 5, at 1:30 p.m. at the home of our president Marie. For more information please call Marie at 250-275-3018 or Sharon at 250-308-7850. See you all there. the great artist trading card exchange March 6, Vernon library, 1 to 3 p.m. This free two-hour artist trading card exchange is offered in conjunciton with Vernon Friends of the Library and Gallery Vertigo and is open to all ages. Art supplies will be available for artists to create their cards at the session and you are encouraged to bring other materials if you wish, such as old magazines and found items. Space is limited, so please register by calling 250-542-7610, ext. 6820, online or in person. international women’s day Join us March 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Schubert Centre for afternoon of words of wisdom by women and girls, music, poetry, videos, singers, speakers, prizes, vendors, dancing, balloon pop. Tickets $20, cash only, at Vernon Jubilee Hospital Foundation, Peacock and Lime, Cotton’s Chocolates, Schubert Centre. All proceeds go to VJH Foundation. free public community educational lecture Nutritional Genomics: How Food Affects Our Genes, Performance, Energy, Motivation and Health, March 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Ruth McGrath Dance Studio, 3011-28th St. Presented by naturopath Dr. Cory Holly, a professor of holistic nutrition. More info. at the web site, www.coryholly.com or call 1-866-433-1595. society of open learning and discussion S.O.L.D. meets Mondays at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join us. March 7, Ken Derpak, managing director of Silver Star Mountain Resort, provides a PowerPoint presentation on the history and future of the resort. picKleball lessons March 7 and 14 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Okanagan Landing school. Cost $6, equipment provided. Contact Nancy at 250-503-6631 or email vernonpickleball@gmail.com discuss & create at the Vernon public art gallery March 7 from 10 to 11 a.m. Join our educational coordinator for a tour, conversation and contemporary art! On the first Monday of every month, seniors are invited to join us for a tour and discussion of the current exhibitions followed by a related art activity. Explore new ideas and engage creatively with arts and culture. All seniors welcome; enjoy coffee, tea and cookies. Admission by donation. For more info. please contact Kelsie at 250-545-3173 or email her atadmin@vernonpublicartgallery.com lumby community garden All gardeners are invited to attend our meetings held in the OAP Hall the second Tuesday of the month from March to October at 2 p.m. Garden boxes available for $20. Grow your own fresh vegetables! For more information, call 250-547-8866.
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Jazz vocalists reunite in the Okanagan Friends since high school, Amanda Morazain and Kinga Heming perform at the Vernon Jazz Club Saturday Kristin Froneman Morning Star Staff
We’re used to seeing her name, right above this sentence, in the byline for the Vernon Jazz Society concert articles. But today, Amanda Morazain is one of the subjects of this story. A jazz vocalist in her own right, Morazain is taking centre stage at the Vernon Jazz Club Saturday night and will be joined by her longtime friend and fellow singer Kinga Heming, along with the Neville Bowman Band. Together, Morazain and Heming will perform Irving Berlin’s Sisters, best known from the film White Christmas; A Guy That Takes His Time (Ralph Rainger); Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, which was made popular by the Andrews Sisters (Don Raye and Hughie Prince), and Joni Mitchell’s Both Sides, Now. Bowman will also be harmonizing on a handful of songs. Friends since they were teens, Heming and Morazain both majored in voice at one of Canada’s top performing arts schools, Canterbury High School in Ottawa. After graduating, they both headed to Toronto to attend the vocal jazz program at Humber College. “Who would have known that eventually we both would have made our way out west to Kelowna?” said Morazain, who moved to the Okanagan with her husband, Mathew, nine years ago, while Heming moved out a couple of years ago. Morazain credits her grandfather for introducing her to the smooth vocal stylings of Ella Fitzgerald, which sparked her love of jazz. “It was the song Bewitched, to be exact, which I’ll also be singing on Saturday,” she said. “I’ve been singing my whole life. My father has a beautiful voice and would sing songs to me in Samoan while he played the guitar. My grandmother directed local musical theatre performances and my debut in that world was in Cinderella, directed by her. I was a mouse at the age of three.” Since moving to Lake Country, Morazain has performed with a who’s who of the Okanagan jazz scene. She released her debut album, Pathway, which featured alto sax player Michael Garding and guitarist Loni Moger as well as members of the Neville Bowman Band, including the pianist himself as well as saxophonist Craig Thomson, bassist Bernie Addington, and drummer Scott Gamble. Nominated for a B.C. Interior Music Award for Best Jazz Album in 2009, the album was also suggested as a great gift for the holidays by CBC Radio’s jazz program Tonic. Also an instructor and adjudicator, Morazain has performed alongside her voice students to sold out shows at the Kelowna Community Theatre and at Prospera Place for the B.C. Summer Games. “Our next show was on the weekend, a tribute to the ‘90s,” she said, adding, “On a personal level, I’ve gone back to school full time to finish my BA in psychology in the hopes of eventually counselling and melding the two passions together.” Born in Poland, Heming was destined to get vocal when at four months old, while getting baptized, she screamed out her first note. The priest said she was going to be a singer. Three years later, Heming’s parents entered her in a children’s singing competition, and she won first place. After moving from Poland and living in the Netherlands as a child, Heming eventually immigrated to Ottawa and continued to pursue music. In the mid-2000s, she placed in the top 100 two years in a row for the now defunct televised singing competition Canadian Idol, and also performed with the late, legendary Jeff Healey at his bar in Toronto.
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amanda morazain (above) and Kinga Heming (below) have known each other they attended a performing arts high school in the nation’s capital. now both living in the okanagan, the two join voices with the neville Bowman Band at the Vernon Jazz Club saturday. Heming has also sang the U.S. and Canadian (English and French) national anthems at sporting events, including at Toronto Blues Jays, Maple Leafs and Raptors’ games, which have been nationally televised. “I love the feeling before and after performing on stage. The butterflies and the churning stomach and the adrenaline. I love singing in front of a crowds. It makes me really nervous at first, until I get on stage, then it all goes away and I know I am in my element,” she said. Heming was introduced to jazz through her mother, who constantly played songs by Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, The Platters and other jazz greats. “I’ve always loved jazz and feel a connection with each song I sing based on their lyrics and melody, especially ballads,” she said, citing Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Michael Bublé, and the family of musicians she works with as her inspirations. After her Vernon Jazz Club performance, Heming will perform with a quartet in Revelstoke March 18 and as a quintet at a private party at Kelowna’s Delta Grand Hotel. Joining the women in Vernon will be Thomson, a wellrespected teacher and clinician who runs the band program at Mount Boucherie Secondary School in West Kelowna and also organizes the B.C. Interior Jazz Festival and the Thursday night Jazz Jams, which take place on a weekly basis at the Kelowna Rotary Centre for the Arts. Well known throughout the Interior as an accompanist, composer and arranger for other artists, as well as for his work in theatre, Bowman has performed at numerous venues in the Okanagan as a solo artist as well as with the Jazz Café Band and Groove Engine. He also wrote the music for
two original stage productions in 2014 and the original commissioned work for Ballet Kelowna, Redux Continuum. Addington studied bass with Rick Kilburn at the Vancouver Community College School of Music and has since enjoyed a successful career as a freelance musician and private instructor. He has played extensively throughout North America, Europe, and Australia and has recorded with numerous artists as a session musician. Since moving to the Okanagan, he has continued to play and record throughout the B.C. Interior as a first-call musician and band leader. Drummer Gamble is in high demand for both live and studio work and plays many genres in multiple bands. He was named musician of the year at the 2006 B.C. Interior Music Awards and is also a successful graphic artist. Gamble has played with Dee Daniels, Bill King, and Carol Welsman as well as pop artists Daniel Powter and Greg Sczebel. He has been on the Vernon Jazz Club stage numerous times with Groove Engine, Rann Berry and the Random Act and Julie Masi. Opening Saturday’s concert is vocalist Katia Wells-Green and pianist Lora Wentworth. “An interesting note on Katia is that she is my student,” said Morazain. “I have been teaching her vocals for the past eight-and-a-half years, my longest student ever. She will be leaving for England later on in March.” Wells-Green’s musical influences stretch out over a length of different genres, mainly rock, R&B and jazz. Her main focus is to bring back the soul to music that seems to have been lost in modern day music. Wentworth has shared stages with such artists as Shari Ulrich, Paul Janz, Darby Mills and the band Prism and has performed piano as a solo artist as well as in duets and with bands. She has been teaching piano and saxophone for the last 20 years at her family’s business, Wentworth Music, and is a graduate of the Selkirk College music program in Nelson. Willis-Green and Wentworth open their set at the Vernon Jazz Club at 7:15 p.m. with Morazain and Heming and the Neville Bowman Band taking the stage at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 available at Expressions of Time or at www.vernonjazz. ca. Vernon Jazz Society members receive a $5 rebate at the door. Cash only bar.
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up at the start of the night is Kelowna artist Weston, formally known as Subclaim. The Librarian produces a unique blend of bass music that defies categorization. Her sound is rooted in low end frequencies and soulful melody. Graham’s productions have been shared at the Live Nation Pemberton Music Festival, CBC Television, Yale School of Theatre (soundtrack production), the World Ski & Snowboard 72 Hr. Film Festival, Whistler Television, and the Heavy Hitting Horror Festival. Named after Sabota Road in Nelson, a notorious area where kids sneak out to congregate and watch the sun come up, Sabota’s sound is geared towards what happens in the dark of night. Longtime fixtures on the B.C. music scene, Ulis and Slade both have (if somewhat indirect)
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Salmo may have Shambhala, but Merritt has Bass Coast. Tucked alongside the Coquihala Highway in the Nicola Valley, Merritt may be known as the country music capital of Canada, but it is also home to the burgeoning electronic music and arts festival, Bass Coast. Local entertainment company 13th Floor is presenting the sole Okanagan stop on the Mutiny Tour, which celebrates some of the best artists from Bass Coast, at 2929 Nite Club Friday. “I think Bass Coast choosing Vernon as their only Okanagan stop on their Mutiny Tour says a lot about what kind of scene has developed here,” said 13th Floor’s Josh Brazier. “People are starting to realize just how much fun this city can be and love the intimate and interactive setting provided at 2929 Nite Club. “We’re seeing more and more people making the trip from out of town to attend these shows and see these world renowned artists up close and personal.” Bass Coast has been running for the past eight years. Operated mostly by women without corporate sponsorship, the festival regularly sees performances by more than 100 international and B.C. artists annually. It is held in three immersive audio-visual environments with world class sound design by PK Sound (which does the sound for many of 13th Floor’s events). It also features workshops and more than 50 original art installations. Bass Coast’s Mutiny Tour makes stops in Vernon, Nelson, Banff, Revelstoke, Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver, Portland, Seattle, Victoria and Whistler. The event will feature performances by Bass Coast co-founder and musical director The Librarian (Squamish producer Andrea Graham) and Vancouver’s Sabota (Max Ulis and Robbie Slade). Warming things
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Funny women celebrated in Vernon Jen Grant headlines this year’s estrogen-filled night of comedy in celebration of International Women’s Day
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Ottawa-born, Toronto-based comedienne Jen Grant is the headliner of the 12th annual I am Woman, Hear me Laff comedy festival, coming to the Vernon Performing Arts Centre on International Women’s Day, Tuesday, March 8.
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One of Vernon’s most popular stand-up comedy events of the year is just around the corner. I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff 12 returns to the Vernon Performing Arts Tuesday, March 8. This year’s headliner is none other than Jen Grant. Grant made the news last May when she cut her 45-minute set short during an annual corporate awards ceremony for the Ontario Printing & Imaging Association (OPIA) after a man in the audience hurled vulgar, sexual comments at her. In a blog she posted after the show, Grant said that while she tried to shrug off the comments, the heckler, who was sitting in front of the stage, hurled sexual abuse at her with a “rapey” tone. “I thought, you can do this, just push through, ignore him. Then I went to speak again and I couldn’t because I had that cry type of voice. It’s like my body didn’t allow me to continue to be abused,” Grant told The Toronto Star at the time. “I was trying to push through, but then I just started crying. I’ve never done that before on stage. It was humiliating.” Grant will be certain not to have that experience when she performs at the often sold-out I am Woman, Hear me Laff show. Now in its 12th year in Vernon, the event is in celebration of International Women’s Day and features female comics doing what they do best, making people laugh. Past headliners have included Elvira Kurt, Nikki Payne, Debra DiGiovanni, Erica Sigurdson, Sabrina Jalees and Mary Walsh. Based in Toronto, Grant has achieved virtually everything you can in the world of standup comedy in Canada. Her story telling and observational style of com-
edy is said to have audiences laughing until they cry tears of joy. Grant has performed at every major comedy festival in the country, including Just for Laughs, and the Ha!ifax and Winnipeg comedy festivals, all of which have aired on national television. While living in New York City, she played major comedy clubs with such legends as Jim Bruer, Robert Klein and Louis CK. She can also be heard on CBC‘s The Debaters and has her own TV special on The Comedy Network. For International Women’s Day 2016, Grant will be joined on the Vernon stage by emcee Michelle Shaughnessy, Amber Harper-Young and Jane Stanton. In the past few years, Shaughnessy has made an impact on the Canadian comedy scene. Rising through the ranks of comedy clubs, she is a comic in demand and has landed television appearances on The Comedy Network, W Network, Bite TV, CBC, iChannel, and MTV and is in regular rotation on XM Satellite radio. Harper-Young recently opened for L.A. comedian Brent Weinbach. She’s been the feature comedian on The Sunday Service, an improv-comedy group that produces a weekly show held at the Fox Cabaret in Vancouver. She is also a regular on Graham Clark’s Laugh Gallery in Vancouver. Other performing highlights include The Comics Lounge in Melbourne, Australia, Yuk Yuk’s across Canada, Comedy Works in Montreal, Absolute Comedy in Ottawa and Toronto, The Comedy Mix in Vancouver and Lafflines in New Westminster. Watching Stanton on stage is like having a late night conversation with your best friend, if your best friend is one of the funniest people you know. In her short time performing comedy, Stanton has toured across Canada, won Vancouver’s funniest new female comic in 2006, and has been featured on CBC Radio 1, XFM and the Can West Comedy Festival. Tickets for I Am Woman, Hear Me Laff are $35 for adults, $32 for seniors, and $30 for students. Call the Ticket Seller box office at 250-549-SHOW (7469) or log online to www.ticketseller.ca for tickets and more information.
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Students at B.C. post-secondary institutions, including Okanagan College, will have access to additional supports to address substance use. The provincial government is providing $400,000 to Changing the Culture of Substance Use, which is co-led by the Centre for Addictions Research of B.C. and the Canadian Mental Health Association. “It is essential that we engage young people to help them avoid the destruction of substance abuse,” said Eric Foster, Vernon-Monashee
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Chelsey Ingbrigtson, Evolve Studio, is showered with love from Barrita Durward (left), Sweet Smiles Society, and Rosalie Paquette, Vernon Women’s Transition House Society, for the $21,500 raised at the Hair Raising Affair, where Ingbrigston shaved her head and several other local ladies chopped their locks in support of the two causes.
MLA. Okanagan College in Vernon will use its share of the funding to conduct a survey to assess campus culture related to alcohol and other drugs and look at the role of alcohol in sexual violence on campus. “The primary purpose of this survey is to begin a stigma-free reflective dialogue around substance use and to hear students ideas’ on how Okanagan College, Vernon campus, can promote and maintain a healthy campus culture,” said Derrick Doige, a counsellor at the campus.
OC introduces new fees Morning Star Staff
Okanagan College is implementing tuition fees for domestic students taking upgrading courses, but government and college financial aid will mean many of those students won’t be out of pocket to pay. The decision comes in the wake of a 2014 change in provincial direction to charge fees for upgrading and English as a second language (ESL) at post-secondary institutions. The college has decided to implement the tuition fee schedule for domestic adult basic education (ABE) and ESL programs. Accompanying the tuition fee schedule, the board also chose to implement a college bursary program that will supplement the province’s adult upgrading grant (AUG). As a result, students taking fundamental and intermediate level ABE and ESL courses can get their tuition covered if they apply for the financial aid. Students taking advanced and provincial level ABE and ESL courses will still be eligible for financial aid but income thresholds will come into play.
The tuition fees will come into effect in May. Domestic students taking any level of ABE or ESL courses between May and September will be eligible for full tuition support, and the income thresholds for students taking advanced and provincial level courses will come into effect for the fall semester. “We are doing what we can to minimize barriers for students who need upgrading courses,” said Roy Daykin, the college’s vice-president of finance. “While the college needs the tuition revenue from these programs to offset the loss of provincial grants, we also respect the need to give students access to the courses they require to move ahead in their career and education plans.” Cost of the courses varies according to the number of instructional hours involved. Tuition for an 80-hour course over a semester would be $400. A maximum tuition has been established - $1,600 per semester for a full-time student, as per provincial policy.
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The new North Okanagan-Shuswap School District education support centre cost taxpayers a total of $9.3 million. A final total has been produced by secretarytreasurer Nicole Bittante, who noted the final bill was higher than original estimates due to increases in professional fees, changes and unexpected siterelated issues. The building, in Salmon Arm, combines four different school district work sites into one. It is handicapped-accessible, unlike the old downtown location.
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That site has been put up for sale with an asking price of $800,000 as has the former South Canoe Elementary, which is listed at $500,000. The school district is also preparing to list the former district education centre in Salmon Arm. Construction costs for the new building were $7,865,961, professional fees were $801,807 and equipment costs were $368,081. The remainder includes costs for other related projects including the geothermal field, which was not included in the original estimates. All costs for the building came from the school district’s capital budget and do not impact the operational budget.
Report lays out 2016 plan Morning Star Staff
The Regional District of Central Okanagan’s 2015 annual review has been released. “It’s an excellent overview of our accomplishments for the past year,” said Bruce Smith, communications officer. “But more importantly, it outlines our goals, initiatives and plans for all of our programs and services for the rest of this new year.” Among the initiatives proposed for 2016: Construction of major capital improvements for the Killiney Beach and Westshore Estates water systems. Work with residents in regional crime prevention participating areas to expand the Block Watch Crime Prevention program and expand the Speed Watch program. “Our 41-page colour publication explains the wide range of services and programs provided by the regional district,” said Smith. The 2015 annual review is available online at regionaldistrict.com.
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Fitness class raises big funds Jennifer Smith
North Okanagan residents are invited to come spin, groove and move in an effort to get local kids active. GoodLife Fitness, across Canada and in Vernon, hosts the fifth annual Spin4Kids indoor fitness fundraiser Saturday, March 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. “There will be four hours of cycling and at the same time four hours in the studio,” said Jennifer Petersen, personal trainer and GoodLife4Kids School Program coach. “They can choose whether they want to spin, groove or move.” Individuals and teams of up to eight are invited to take part in the initiative, which raises funds for the GoodLife Kids Foundation as well as the GoodLife4Kids School Program. “Vernon has been really well represented in the funds coming back,” said Petersen, adding that schools can apply for physical education assistance. “The latest research shows that only nine per cent of kids ages five to 17 are getting the recommended 60 min-
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Spin4Kids Plus is not your typical day at the gym, boasting a party atmosphere, special guests, silent auction items, decorations and costumes. “We get to see what Mayor Akbal Mund is made of on the bike,” said Petersen. Help give more Canadian kids the opportunity to live a fit and healthy good life by visiting www. spin4kids.com. Register to participate, donate to an existing team, or learn more.
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It was a coin toss that brought Peter Pogue and his wife, Karen, to the North Okanagan. It’s Pogue’s desire to help people, and sometimes play marriage counsellor, that has helped keep Pogue’s Kal-Mor Mortages in business in Vernon for nearly 25 years. “People come into my office and they’re about to throw the towel in on their marriage and money is usually the biggest evil,” said Pogue, 53, who opened Kal-Mor Mortages in January 1992. “I say, ‘you’re situation isn’t all that bad.’ They respond, ‘what are you talking about?’ and I reply, ‘I think I can help you. We refinance them, find them a lender, put the pieces of the puzzle together and you save their marriage. That’s a huge satisfaction.” Whether it’s a first-time home buyer, a seasoned veteran, someone looking for investments or commercial financing options, Pogue said the ability to “handhold people to make their dreams become a reality makes it all worthwhile.” “You do the right thing for people, the money will follow,” he said. “We treat everybody fairly and honestly. A native of Lindsay, Ont., 90 minutes northeast of Toronto, Pogue finished his high schooling in Quebec before moving on to St. Lawrence College and Queens University, both in Kingston, Ont. After college, Pogue was in Ottawa working as a Sun Life of Canada agent, met grade
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Peter Pogue of Kal-Mor Mortgages, in his office at #100-4007-27th Street, has been helping people for nearly 25 years. school friend Karen at a party, and married. He joined National Trust, starting as a trainee in the mortgage department, and spent five years with the bank. It was while deciding where to go on vacation that the Pogues ended up in the North Okanagan. “We flipped a coin, I had a brother in Kelowna and I won the toss,” said Pogue. “We flew to Calgary, rented a car and drove
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all around B.C. We ended up here and I was thinking ‘this would be a fascinating place to live.’” Unbeknownst to Karen, Pogue brought along a copy of his resumé. He started knocking on doors and ended up getting a call-back from the Vernon branch of CIBC. Pogue beat out 354 candidates to become the first commissioned mortgage agent for the North Okanagan.
He decided to open his own mortgage business to give home buyers access to great rates, flexible options and more attention. “Where we save people money is we get lower interest rates provided to us brokers, by the Banks / Credit Unions because we’re not an expense to them,” said Pogue. “We look after our own overhead. “We meet the client from start to finish, gather all the information and the banks provide us with the lowest possible interest rates.” Pogue has helped hundreds of people find the perfect mortgage. He has also offered clients unique investment opportunities and connected home buyers with individual investments. A proud member of the Kalamalka Rotary Club of Vernon, Pogue uses Rotary’s Four-Way Test in his business: 1. Is it the truth? 2. Is it fair to all concerned? 3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships? 4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned. Pogue, who has two kids in university – Morganna, 20, Jeremy, 18 – enjoys golfing, skiing and traveling in his spare time. You can find out more information on Kal-Mor Mortages at www.kal-mor.com. Kal-Mor Mortgages is located at #1004007-27th Street.
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It was a coin toss that brought Peter Pogue and his wife, Karen, to the North Okanagan. It’s Pogue’s desire to help people, and sometimes play marriage counsellor, that has helped keep Pogue’s Kal-Mor Mortages in business in Vernon for nearly 25 years. “People come into my office and they’re about to throw the towel in on their marriage and money is usually the biggest evil,” said Pogue, 53, who opened Kal-Mor Mortages in January 1992. “I say, ‘you’re situation isn’t all that bad.’ They respond, ‘what are you talking about?’ and I reply, ‘I think I can help you. We refinance them, find them a lender, put the pieces of the puzzle together and you save their marriage. That’s a huge satisfaction.” Whether it’s a first-time home buyer, a seasoned veteran, someone looking for investments or commercial financing options, Pogue said the ability to “handhold people to make their dreams become a reality makes it all worthwhile.” “You do the right thing for people, the money will follow,” he said. “We treat everybody fairly and honestly. A native of Lindsay, Ont., 90 minutes northeast of Toronto, Pogue finished his high schooling in Quebec before moving on to St. Lawrence College and Queens University, both in Kingston, Ont. After college, Pogue was in Ottawa working as a Sun Life of Canada agent, met grade
ROGER KNOX/MORNING STAR
Peter Pogue of Kal-Mor Mortgages, in his office at #100-4007-27th Street, has been helping people for nearly 25 years. school friend Karen at a party, and married. He joined National Trust, starting as a trainee in the mortgage department, and spent five years with the bank. It was while deciding where to go on vacation that the Pogues ended up in the North Okanagan. “We flipped a coin, I had a brother in Kelowna and I won the toss,” said Pogue. “We flew to Calgary, rented a car and drove
funding
addresses & dreams since 1992
Vernon BC • (250) 542-5TEA
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YOU WORK. YOU DRIVE. REGARDLESS OF CREDIT HISTORY Society is now bombarded with ads directed at credit challenged or “BAD CREDIT” individuals because the reality is that over 30% of consumers in BC are suffering with some form of credit challenges, in most cases by no fault of their own. If you have a job and believe you can afford car payments but are tired of being turned away at the car dealerships call 1-888-545-7281 or check us out online www.vernonkia.ca and let Dionne go to work on securing you auto financing that is affordable for you.
Vernon
KIA
Financing as low as…
.99
1.888.545.7281 • vernonkia.ca ― Dionne Loewen, Finance Specialist
P. 250-549-3250
all around B.C. We ended up here and I was thinking ‘this would be a fascinating place to live.’” Unbeknownst to Karen, Pogue brought along a copy of his resumé. He started knocking on doors and ended up getting a call-back from the Vernon branch of CIBC. Pogue beat out 354 candidates to become the first commissioned mortgage agent for the North Okanagan.
He decided to open his own mortgage business to give home buyers access to great rates, flexible options and more attention. “Where we save people money is we get lower interest rates provided to us brokers, by the Banks / Credit Unions because we’re not an expense to them,” said Pogue. “We look after our own overhead. “We meet the client from start to finish, gather all the information and the banks provide us with the lowest possible interest rates.” Pogue has helped hundreds of people find the perfect mortgage. He has also offered clients unique investment opportunities and connected home buyers with individual investments. A proud member of the Kalamalka Rotary Club of Vernon, Pogue uses Rotary’s Four-Way Test in his business: 1. Is it the truth? 2. Is it fair to all concerned? 3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships? 4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned. Pogue, who has two kids in university – Morganna, 20, Jeremy, 18 – enjoys golfing, skiing and traveling in his spare time. You can find out more information on Kal-Mor Mortages at www.kal-mor.com. Kal-Mor Mortgages is located at #1004007-27th Street.
Apply Online.
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tf. 1-800-567-5511
F. 250-549-3260
c. 250-549-8109
e. peter@kal-mor.com
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3904 Desert Dr., Vernon 778.475.0422 | 250.938.7787
Visit our website for lot and plan information. EvertonRidge.ca info@evertonridge.ca
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our consecutive balanced budgets. No wonder our province is the envy of Canada. By promoting and guiding economic growth in our province, we are able to invest $1.6 billion over the next three years into new and increased spending. Our balanced budget, low debt-to-GDP ratio and triple-A credit rating mean we can borrow at the lowest interest rates in the country. By comparison, if B.C. was saddled with Ontario’s weaker credit rating, we would be spending an extra $2.4 billion a year to service our debt, instead going into important programs and services for British Columbians. Some of the significant investments highlighted in Budget 2016 include new and increased services to help families and individuals with their cost of living, as well as measures to bolster and protect rural communities across the province. Residents of the Shuswap will benefit from several initiatives aimed at rural B.C. We are protecting communities and citizens by setting aside $85 million to establish a new organization — the Forest Enhancement Society of B.C. — that will work toward wildfire prevention and mitigation through forest fuel management, reforestation and habitat restoration. There is $10 million for the Strategic Wildfire Prevention Initiative for Community Wildfire Protection Plans, firesmart planning activities and fuel management projects. There will be enhanced property
tax relief for those who provide tourist accommodation in our riding. Agriculture is an important economic driver in the Shuswap. There is a new Farmers’ Food Donation Tax Credit that is worth 25 per cent of qualifying agricultural products donated to a registered charity providing food to those in need, or help a school meal plan. And the new three-year, $75-million rural dividend program takes effect this year to help rural communities Greg Kyllo reinvigorate and diversify their economies. This is a great opportunity for the people of each community in the Shuswap to work together to make your economic development goals a reality. Budget 2016 announced changes to MSP and premium assistance effective Jan. 1, 2017 which will help lower-income families, individuals and seniors with the cost of living. The B.C. government is investing an additional $70 million annually to enhance premium assistance. About 335,000 people will see their premiums reduced, and an additional 45,000 people will no longer pay premiums at all in 2017. As a result of enhancing premium assistance in 2017, a single senior earning up to $45,000 may qualify for reduced premiums. A senior couple earning up to $51,000 may qualify for reduced premiums. This translates into a savings of up to $480 per year for a senior couple and $324 per year for a single senior. With this budget, we are able to provide more services and help ease the cost of liv-
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Skip Matt Schiman of Vernon delivers his final stone with help from teammates Adam Raber (left) of Vernon and Salmon Arm’s Andrew Cowell in the gold medal game in Penticton; Vernon speed skater Laura Hall rounds the turn on the way to the finish line in the girls under 14 Super 1,500-metre race.
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North Okanagan rhythmic gymnastic girls were golden at the 28th B.C. Winter Games in Penticton. Vernon’s Gracie Fox, Madeline Sellars, Camryn Steele and Dennica Paul of Vernon, and Sydney Hannah of Coldstream, captured the team gold medal. The squad is coached by Vernon’s Tammy Andreotti and Kelsey Anderson. Paul and Cox each won gold, silver and bronze medals to go with the team gold. Paul won the individual ball competition, silver in rope and bronze in the all-around final. Cox took gold in rope, silver in the individual all-around and bronze in the ball discipline. Sellars added a silver medal in the individual free competition, while Hannah was fourth in the ball event. Coldstream’s Danica Ariano won three medals, including gold, in women’s biathlon. Ariano won the junior girls individual race, and placed second in the sprint and super sprint events. In judo, Coldstream’s Brendan Yakura won gold in the under 60 kilo class and added bronze with Vernon’s Sydney Grevatt in the team mixed event. Grevatt won bronze in the women’s under 57 kilo class. Vernon’s Gabriel McLachlan won gold in the men’s over 73 kilo A class. Armstrong’s Hunter Cahoon won silver in the over 70 kilo women’s division, while Coldstream’s Thaddeus Bondt was fourth in the men’s under 42 kilo class. Coldstream’s Stirling Peters won three silver medals in freestyle skiing at Apex Mountain. Peters was second in the juvenile big air, combined and slope style event. He finished sixth in moguls. Rane Smith of Vernon was fifth in the women’s giant slalom, sixth in the Slalom Run 2 and ninth in the slalom single run. Vernon’s Ian Oliphant won gold in the cross-country skiing team relay. He finished fourth in the juvenile boy’s individual sprint and fifth in the individual start race. The Zone 2 Thompson-Okanagan ringette squad, which included Vernon’s Abby Williamson and Georgia Lannon, and Coldstream’s Maddi Fox, won the gold medal. Fox was the team captain. Fox was named captain of the team, which went 2-0-1 in the preliminary round, including a 6-0 win over a second
Okanagan squad, which featured a handful of Vernon association players, and a 6-6 come-from-behind draw with Fraser Valley. Williamson and Fox scored in the final six minutes to help the Okanagan rally from a 6-4 deficit. Fox and Williamson scored in the goldmedal match, a 6-1 win over Zone 4 Fraser River, while Lannon was a rock on defence. The second zone squad, which featured Vernon players Bryn Taylor-Hawes, Kaila Summerfelt, Grace Cornell and Hailey Quiring, placed fifth. Taylor-Hawes was unable to compete after spraining her ankle prior to Penticton, but still enjoyed the Games’ experience. “Just watching my team play,” she said of the Games’ highlights for her. “Watching the finals was pretty intense. That was pretty good, that was fun. I also liked the dance. I got to meet a lot of people from different ringette associations. I made a lot PHOTO SUBMITTED of new friends. I now have more friends Vernon golden ringette girls, from left, Maddi Fox, Abby Williamson and Georgia than I would have if I didn’t play.” Lannon at the B.C. Winter Games in Penicton. Vernon’s Matt Schiman, with Ben Morin at third, Adam Raber at second and Jaelyn said her dad’s star power is lost on her and her Andrew Cowell at lead, lost the boys curlteammates. ing gold-medal match, 6-2, to Matthew McCrady of New “He’s just been our coach for so long,” said Jaelyn. “It’s just Westminster. kind of normal for us. It doesn’t really affect us, but it’s really The Vernon team, coached by Dale Hofer, went 2-1 in the cool to have his experience come together with ours.” preliminary round to qualify for the semifinals, where they Vernon Special Olympics basketball players Hunter knocked off Colin Anderson of Grand Forks 6-4. Ashby, Erin Murphy and Gary Pollen were on the Zone 2 Vernon’s Jaelyn Cotter finished fourth in girls curling. Cotter, backed by third Katelyn McGillivray of Kelowna, Thompson Okanagan team that finished sixth. The North Okanagan contingent helped Zone 2 second Elijah Meixner of Kamloops and lead Cassidy Schwaerzle of Armtrong, and coached by her father, Jim Thompson Okanagan finish third in the medal standings with 92 (25 gold, 22 silver, 45 bronze). Cotter, went 3-0 in the preliminary round. Zone 4 Fraser River won the overall medal count with They lost the semifinal, 7-2 to Elizabeth Bowles of Delta, then dropped the bronze medal match, 11-3, to Sarah Loken 107 (42-44-21), two more than Zone 5 Vancouver-Coastal (35-27-43). of Surrey, who scored seven in the fifth end. More than 1,700 coaches, athletes and officials took part Jaelyn and Jim will represent B.C. at the Canadian doubles curling championships in Saskatoon shortly after in Penticton. The 2016 B.C. Summer Games will be in Jim returns home from a third straight - and sixth overall – Abbotsford and the next B.C. Winter Games will be held in Kamloops in February, 2018. appearance at the Tim Hortons Brier in Ottawa.
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Head coach Mark Ferner asked his top players to be at their ultimate best in Game 58 of the B.C. Hockey League season Saturday night in Trail. The request was granted as alternate captain Liam Finlay pulled the hat trick and defenceman Bo Pellah supplied four assists as the Vernon Vipers dispatched the Smoke Eaters 7-2 before 2,113 fans at Cominco Arena. The Vipers secured the fourth and final playoff berth in the Interior Division in their last regular season game and open a best-of-seven Interior semifinal series Friday night against the league champion Penticton Vees. Game 2 in the Ford Road to the Fred Page Cup series goes Sunday night at the South Okanagan Events Centre. There is a Megadeth concert Saturday night at the Penticton arena. Games 3 and 4 shift to Kal Tire Place Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Vernon and the Merritt Centennials, 4-3 winners over the visiting Wenatchee Wild, both finished with 51 points. The Vipers took fourth with 24 wins, one more than the Cents. The Smokies finished last, three points back of Vernon and Merritt. The Vees finished with 50 wins and 101 points. They are only the fifth team in league history to post 50 victories. “Both Merritt and Trail, we’ve been in a dogfight all year for that final playoff spot,” said Ferner. “And fortunately for us we came up with the right effort at the right time.” Vipers spotted the Smokies an early goal by Bennett Morrison, his first of the season on a screened shot, before producing powerplay snipes two minutes apart and taking a 4-1 first-period lead. It was 6-1 Snakes after 40 minutes. “I think the moment got the better of us a little bit,” said Smoke Eater coach Curtis Toneff. “Their powerplay was clicking and our penalty kill wasn’t, and special teams can be the difference and it was the difference in the first period I think. It’s tough to climb out of a 4-1 deficit after one.” Jimmy Lambert supplied his 15th snipe of the season, on the powerplay, six minutes after Morrison scored 76 seconds after the anthem. Finlay made it 2-1 on another powerplay and the Kelowna dynamo connected again, three minutes later, making it 3-1. Tufto, with his team-high 25th, pushed it to 4-1 at 15:09. The Vipers extended the lead to 6-1 on goals from captain Colton McCarthy, his 21st, and Nicholas Rasovic, his first. “The way it started, down 1-0, and our guys they kind of woke up,” said Ferner. “We have a hockey team that when we play a certain way we can play well. You know they’re kids, they have to believe it, they have to trust it, and I think the most important thing is you have to have success when you do those things.” The Vipers suffered an 8-1 loss to the Wild the previous night to set up the potential one-game takes all match up on Saturday, and that drubbing helped put this game in perspective. “We just tried to forget about it,” said Ferner. “Shoot, you’re 57 games into the regular season and it all comes down to one game. It’s unfortunate, Trail fought all year, and what we asked our boys too was just have some class. We wouldn’t want to be on the other side either, so you have to respect your opponent, you have to respect the game, and you know we had some really good efforts tonight.” Finlay completed the hat trick at 6:15 in the third period for his 17th, and Trail forward Kale Howarth rounded out the scoring with 5:35 to play as a deflated crowd exited the storied rink. Trail outshot Vernon 36-28 but Bailey MacBurnie, who has been Trail’s MVP all year, allowed six goals on 20 shots, and was replaced by Linden Marshall after 40 minutes. “He is the reason we are in that game to begin with,” said Toneff. “He was a bit dehydrated at the end, so I’m
not sure he was 100 per cent before the game, but there were tip-ins and point shots through traffic, I mean those aren’t easy to stop. I don’t think it was on Bailey, but he might wanted to have one or two of them back for sure.” Trail was five points out of a playoff spot two weeks ago when the team fired head coach and GM Nick Deschenes. Two wins over the Salmon Arm JIM BAILEY/BLACK PRESS SPORTS Silverbacks put the Liam Finlay of the Vipers and Blaine Caton of the Trail Smoke Eaters prepare for a faceoff in B.C. Hockey Smokies in playoff League action before 2,113 fans Saturday night at Cominco Arena. Vernon won 7-2 to take the fourth and contention. final playoff berth in the Interior Division. “We kind of felt the buzz around town, and I’ve never felt that buzz around here to be honest, playing and coaching,” said Toneff. “People were talking. I’ve never seen that many butts in the seats, it was awesome to see, and great to hear the chant. It just goes to show you that if the game matters, people will come.” For Vernon, the playoff berth comes at the end of a season that was at the best of times a struggle. Still, Snakes forward and Trail native Riley Brandt says the victory over his former team was as sweet as they come and is looking forward to the first-round match up against the Penticton Vees. “It’s unreal, no better feeling coming in here and getting the win,” said Brandt, Do you miss the thrill an alternate captan. “A lot of guys were of yelling “BINGO”, or nervous. Coming back to my home town the chill of being one I couldn’t even breathe on the way up here but it was great to get the victory...We had number away? our ups and downs on the year, definitely tough, but it was great to pull through, and ... OUR PATTERNS good way to end the year, to end up winMAY BE DIFFERENT, ning. Coming in here and getting the win, BUT OUR GAME no better feeling.” IS THE SAME ... SNAKE BITES: Forward Joe Sacco has committed to the University of New Grab your dabber Hampshire for next season. The product and give us a try! of Reading, Mass. recorded 10 goals and 19 points in 56 games for the Vipers this season. Sacco will turn 20 on June 1... Pellah anchored the point on the powerVISIT CHANCESKELOWNA.CA play and finished with four assists, giving FOR MORE GAMING INFORMATION him 38 points on the year, third best on the Vipers...Andrew Shortridge recorded 34 saves for his 19th win of the year...The Vipers have signed D Chris Jandric for next season. The younger brother of Viper F Steven Jandric compiled five goals and 34 points this season with the Major Midget Cariboo Cougars in Prince George. He looked very comfortable in two call-ups with Vernon.
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Eddie Johnstone played most of his NHL career in storied Madison Square Gardens in New York. And while MSG brings back fond memories, Johnstone also has a soft spot for good old Vernon Civic Arena, where he played for and coached Junior A teams. Johnstone, who turned 61 Tuesday, was an assistant under head coach Keith Chase with the Vernon Home Hardware Centre Vipers this season. The Vipers clipped the Penticton Vees 2-1 Saturday afternoon before 600 fans at Civic Arena to sweep the best-of-three Okanagan Mainline Midget Tier 2 Hockey League final. Vernon advances to the B.C. Championships, March 12-17, in Prince George. “That was my last game at Civic,” said Johnstone, who is retiring from coaching. “I won the first one and won my last one at Civic.” Johnstone gave the entire Home Hardware roster the Player of the Game honours. “We were shorthanded with a few guys under the weather, but they sucked it up and beat a pretty good team,” said Johnstone, a Junior A and minor pro coach over four decades. “The boys got ‘er done.”
Johnstone began his coaching career as an assistant under Ernie Gare with the 1987-88 B.C. Junior Hockey League Vernon Lakers. Johnstone, a Medicine Hat Tigers grad, guided the Lakers to back-to-back Centennial Cups in 1990-91. Viper goalie Connor Webb made several outstanding saves in the first period to keep a pressuring Penticton side from scoring. Vernon pushed back in the second period and took the lead when a streaking Nick Cherkowski buried a sweet feed from Stephane Richard. Late in the second, Cherkowski forced a turnover and fed Reed Cashato, who connected for the 2-0 snipe. Vernon’s Carl Main just missed on a breakaway moments later. Penticton struck five minutes into the third but the Vipers worked hard to limit any further scoring chances. Vernon was without tireless forward Connor Johnston and smooth skating defencemen Gage Kopp and had several players fighting the flu. “Coach Keith Chase along with assistant coaches Eddie Johnstone, Jared Barendregt and Hayden Chase did an amazing job preparing the team for the long playoff run,” said Viper GM Doug Imrich.
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Skill and experience shut down youthful exuberance. The veteran-laden Osoyoos Coyotes finished off the first-round, best-of-seven Kootenay International Junior Hockey League playoff series with the North Okanagan Knights Saturday at the Nor-Val Sports Centre, skating away with a 4-1 win and a 4-0 series sweep. “The kids did the best they could and competed to the best of their ability,” said Knights’ head coach/ GM Bryant Perrier. “But we played a team that had more skill than us and were more experienced. Give them credit. They stepped up another level. We matched the intensity but could not match the level of skill they had.” LISA MAZUREK/MORNING STAR Game star Carter Shannon scored twice for the Colin Robin of the North Okanagan Knights battles captain Rainer Glimpel and Coyotes, who built a 4-0 lead in the clincher before Carter Shannon of the Osoyoos Coyotes for a loose puck in Game 4 of the first-round Austin Fournier replied unassisted with 2:27 left in KIJHL playoff series Saturday night at the Nor-Val Sports Centre. the game for North Okanagan. League scoring champion Rainer Glimpel and that’s a good sign of what we’re trying to build here.” Hunter Johnston also scored for the Coyotes. Goalie The Knights lose only three players to graduation: leading Daniel Paul was named the Knights’ game star for the third time scorer Graham Watkins, F Dallas Keller and D Liam Molloy. in the series, stopping 42 shots. “All three were a pleasure to coach,” said Perrier. “Dallas proPerrier, who completed the first of a three-year deal with the Knights, reflected on the end of the year compared to when he vided grit and determination, and a good defensive style of play. He was a good communicator with the coaching staff and playcame to Armstrong, 21 days before the start of the season. “You asked me if I would be happy if this team made the play- ers, forthright and to the point which every team needs. Graham offs and I said it would be a miracle,” said Perrier. “We were lim- was our most skilled player and we’re thankful we had him. He ited in our ability, limited in our recruiting and we didn’t know kind of fell out of the sky for us (Watkins moved to Enderby from Calgary in August). Molloy didn’t play for two years but came in what kind of players we had coming back. “So give the players credit for getting into the playoffs. There because we were short on D. He ended up a utility player, in and isn’t one guy on the team who did not improve immensely, and out of the lineup but was a very good team player.”
Bantams stuff Kelowna Continued from A26
Johnstone will make the trek to Prince George and then head to New York to watch the Rangers play Florida and Boston as part of a Rangers Alumni /Fans celebration March 21-23. The Sun Valley Source For Sports Vipers iced the Kelowna Rockets 6-1 in the third and deciding game of the Okanagan Bantam Tier 2 final series Sunday afternoon at Kal Tire Place. Kelowna shaded the Vipers 3-2 in Game 2 Saturday afternoon at the Rutland Arena. Trevor Kennedy and Lucas Wood had the Vernon goals. Tier 3 call-up Gavin Fleck bagged two goals in Sunday’s win, singles going to Lee Christensen, Cole Johnson, Nick Bolin and Corbin Hanson. Drew McKenzie pocketed two assists. Brad Teale’s Sun Valley crew move on to the provincials, March 12-17, in Salmon Arm. The Watkin Motors Mustangs brushed off Penticton 2-1 in Game 3 of the Okanagan Pee Wee Tier 2 final series Saturday afternoon at Civic. The Mustangs, coached by former Vernon Laker Wes Elliott, qualify for the provincials, March 12-17, in Fort St. John. Zach Funk fired the first Vernon goal, assisted by Steel Quiring, who later posted the winner. Penticton scored in the late going and pulled their goalie for a sixth attacker, but were denied by a marvellous Cayden Hamming. The Thompson Okanagan Lakers are in the B.C. Female Midget AAA semifinals after eliminating the Kootenay Wildcats in two straight games, winning 1-0 in double overtime Friday night and 3-0 Saturday, in Vernon. On Saturday, Samantha Head of Vernon scored in the first period, while insurance tallies came from Jenna Fletcher of Vernon and Riley Henderson of West Kelowna. Ripley Burd of Kelowna had three assists in support of Sydney Carter (Kamloops). The Lakers move on to play the Northern
Capitals next weekend in Prince George. Kelowna iced the Vernon Coca-Cola Vipers 6-3 Saturday at Civic to take the Midget Tier 3 final series 2-0. Birthday boy Damian Coljee-Fehr tapped in a Joe Eggert pass early before Kelowna rang up three unanswered goals. Bryce Stilborn fed Caden Bracken for a break away top-shelf Viper goal late in the second. Tyson Sampert converted on a point shot to complete the scoring. Goalie Kieran Watts was sensational to keep Vernon in the game. The father-son combination of Sam and exViper D Max Mowat stepped up to coach the Tier 3 team at the last minute. “I am very proud of the season our guys had. They showed continuous growth in their collective determination and work effort as the year unfolded,” said Sam Mowat. Trevor Seibel’s Valley Wood Remanufacturing Vipers finished third in the Atom A playoffs, losing 8-3 to Kamloops, tying West Kelowna 6-6, shading Kelowna Chiefs 3-2 and losing 3-2 to the Kelowna Rockets. Taryk Filipuzzi and Deagan McMillan scored versus the Rockets, while JJ Milne (2) and Terry Johnson connected against the Chiefs. McMillan (3), Zack Milne (2) and Erik Pastro (1+2) clicked in the tie with West Kelowna. McMillan, Taryk Filipuzzi and JJ Milne counted goals and Brady Kuziw earned two helpers in the loss to No. 1 Kamloops. The H&L Glass Atom C Vipers finished a very successful season by going 2-2 in Revelstoke. The semifinal could have gone either way with all three H&L Glass forward lines creating chances. (Maguire Nicholson, Hudson Kibblewhite, Ryan Cox, Charlie Swartz, Marcel Green, Riley Beer, Austen Vandenbrand, Lyndon Carleton, and Jeffrey Curtis.)
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September 19, 1957 – February 24, 2016 It is with tremendously heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Tom Frame, from Coldstream, B.C., as a result of an aortic dissection. Tom was predeceased by his beloved father Lorne, mother Lorraine, and two brothers Ron and Bill. Tom is survived by Barbara, his loving wife and best friend of 28 years, his sons Thomas and Nolan (of whom he was immensely proud), his brothers Dave Frame (Nicole), Toronto, ON, Gregor Frame (Paivi) and Jim Frame, Richmond, B.C. and his sisters-in-law Mary Ann McIntyre (Lawrie) and Kathryn Wilkinson (Ross). He was an inspiring man who will also be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews and cousins. Tom grew up in Richmond, B.C. and was the 5th youngest of 6 boys. In Tom’s youth he was a hockey goalie for the Junior A Richmond Sockeyes. He then received a full hockey scholarship from Colorado College, where he successfully completed a degree in business management. In Tom’s later years he skillfully played old timer hockey, masters lacrosse and golf. He greatly valued, enjoyed and was extremely successful in his work as Senior Account Manager for his long time employer, MIP Inc., based out of Montreal. His kind, gentle, outgoing, humorous character and unwaveringly positive nature will be greatly missed by his family, all of his countless friends and work colleagues. Tom was an exceptional man of the world and had travelled extensively to many far flung, interesting and exotic places. However, three of his favorite places were in his kayak on Kalamalka Lake, on the slopes of Silver Star Mountain and anywhere at all with his family. In the words of a friend “Tom was an exceptional person; everything a man should be and most of us fail to be.� As Tom would often say at the end of a conversation: “Love You! Standing By!� “How lucky I am to have had something that makes saying goodbye so hard.�
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We regret to announce the death at Vernon Jubilee Hospital on February 25, 2016 of Phillip John Blackall, at the age of 93 years. Phil was a veteran, serving in the Canadian Army Medical Corps as a stretcher bearer. He married in England in 1945, and brought his war bride to BC, settling in the lower mainland, where he was a demolition contractor for many years. He retired to the Enderby area about 13 years ago. Phil loved Âżshing, and hunting, and was usually accompanied by Betty. He also was involved in fundraising and sending needy children to summer camp. Phil will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife of 70 years, Betty, four sons, Rodger (Elvira), Gerry (Debbie), Larry, and David (Jackie), six daughters, Myra (Randy), Wendy (Gordon) Sandra (Les), Donna, Cindy, and Diane (Louis) and their families. He is also survived by a brother, Art (Mina), and numerous extended family members here and in England. Honouring Phil’s wishes, there will be no public service held. The family wish to express their gratitude to Dr. Chan and Dr. Ansdell, and the caring staff at Vernon Jubilee Hospital. ,n lieu of Ă€owers, friends wishing to do so may make donations in memory of Phil to the “Comfort Fundâ€? at Pleasant Valley Manor in Armstrong. Arrangements has been entrusted to Vernon Funeral Home, Phone: 250 542 0155. Condolences may be offered at www.vernonfuneralhome.com
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Ella Copan (nee Kreptul) passed away peacefully on February 24, 2016 at Salmon Arm, BC. Born on September 4, 1923 at Sheho, Saskatchewan, Ella was the daughter Wasyl and Wasylyna (Ostapovitch) Kreptul. Ella was the youngest sibling of John, Alex, Steve and Matt Kreptul, Mary Kopan and Elsie Copan. All of Ella’s immediate family had predeceased her. However, she is survived by many nieces, nephews and their families. Ella spent her childhood and teen years in Saskatchewan. As a young adult she came to Vernon, BC, where she fell in love with a friend from “back homeâ€?. For more than 60 years Ella was the loyal, loving, and attentive wife of Steve Copan. Ella and Steve, along with her sister and Steve’s brother owned and operated the Top Hat CafĂŠ on Vernon’s main street. When they made the decision to sell the cafĂŠ, Ella went to work at Bennett’s Hardware Store, where her fine memory ensured that what was needed could always be found. Even in retirement Ella stayed busy – keeping the six-plex where they resided spotlessly clean with a well-maintained fabulous veggie garden behind the building and flowers in the front. Once retired, Ella and Steve expanded their already wonderful social life to include travelling by car, tour bus, motor home, train, and cruise ship to whatever place captured their fancy. There was almost never a time when they couldn’t be found playing cards, cheering on sports like hockey, baseball, and curling, and spending a bit of time at a casino. Ella had a great laugh, an out spoken nature, along with the capacity to make folks laugh out loud at her quirky observations. Above all else, Ella was a loyal care-giver. She never ceased giving daily care to her beloved husband, and her sister Elsie. Many thanks go to the health professionals who helped Ella enjoy comfort and longevity. An extra special thanks go to the staff at Mount Ida Mews, Where attentive care made Ella feel like she was on a cruise ship adventure. Honouring her wishes, no public service will be held. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vernon Funeral Home, Phone: 250 542 0155 Condolences may be offered at www.vernonfuneralhome.com
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Medical/Dental DENTAL RECEPTIONIST experienced, for busy practice to cover medical leave Monday to Thursday starting in March. May lead to permanent position. Drop resume at 3102 34th St, Vernon, BC. or fax to: 250-545-8942 or email dr.craiggoplen@shawbiz.ca
Dental Receptionist minimum 2 years experience, full time 4 days, Please send resume to dientes2016@gmail.com Dental Assistant CDA position available full time new grads or experienced welcome. Please send resume to dientes2016@gmail.com OPTICIAN & optometric ass’t for new optometry clinic in Vernon. Req’d: 3 yrs optical dispensing; multi-task in receptn, admin, clinic & optical; FT/PT weekdays & Sat. Email eyecare.career2016@ gmail.com
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A-plus Yard Services. Mowing, pruning, trimming, cleanup, Dump Runs 778-475-4815
Services
Holistic Health Chi magic Hands Acupressure for pain or more. $40 & up In/Out Call Same fee 472 Winnipeg St. Penticton & Kelowna
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Home Improvements FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928.
Kitchen Cabinets Bring your Cabinets back to life with Remedy Cabinets. Renewing and Updating with savings for 24 years. Free estimates 250-309-9673
Moving & Storage 8X8X20 New Containers Household/ Commercial rentals. $65-$110/mo. Your place or mine. Warren 250-545-8118 Vernon. Rent, or Sale. FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
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(1) 250-899-3163
3 Rooms For $299 2 Coats Any Colour (Ceiling & Trim extra)
Price incls. Cloverdale High Performance Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!
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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Owners & Auctioneers: Don & Peter Raffan
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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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POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; Email to: jcameron @advancebuildings.com
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REFORESTATION Nursery seedlings of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterOKANAGAN BLUE PRINT belts or landscaping. Drafting & Design, Spruce New & & Pine from (250)558-8791 $0.99/tree. Free Renovation. Shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or POLE BARNS, Shops, steel www.treetime.ca buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and inSAWMILLS only stallation. Call FROM John at 403$4,397 - Make money & save 998-7907; Email to: jcameron money with your own bandmill @advancebuildings.com - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info REFORESTATION Nursery & DVD: www.NorwoodSawseedlings of hardy trees, mills.com/400OT 1-800-566shrubs, & berries for shelter6899 Ext:400OT. belts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free WANTED: Good used furniShipping. Replacement guarture, & appliances. antee. beds 1-866-873-3846 or Phone Furniture Emporium, www.treetime.ca 250-545-0240
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Medical Supplies
WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240
Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240
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Local Coin Collector Buying Collections Gold Silver Coins Estates 1-250-863-3082 Chad WELL established Mom and Pop style diner for sale, located in the downtown core of Vernon. Diner bid has1 piano,over been reTo the lowest cently updated and inone hundred years old,sale all new cludes all equipment. Owners keys recently reconditioned. are ready to retire! Contact 250-545-4058. d_macleod2009@hotmail.com for more info $75,000.00
Business for Sale
Musical Instruments
2602 - 24th Street, East Hill
$549,900 (1032 Mt Atkinson 250-308-7538 Place, Vernon BC). 5 Bed/3 Bath House, Middleton Mountain Gem! Culdisac. Seperated Suite (mortgage helper). Call or Text Abby 250-938-0682
Houses For Sale
Church is looking for a property to rent or buy to be used for a drug rehabilitation $549,900 (1032 Mt Atkinson center. (250)307-8858. Place, Vernon BC). 5 Bed/3 Bath House, Middleton Mountain Gem! Culdisac. Seperated Suite (mortgage helper). Call or Text Abby 250-938-0682
Real Estate Apt/Condo for Rent Apt/Condo for Rent Business for Sale WELL established Townhouses Mom and Homes Wanted
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HILLSIDE TERRACE 2bdrm + den on &1/3well acre, lrg 39th Ave, clean mainmaster well kept tained; 1bed, bedroom, No mobile, Smokcan be partially furnished. Ref ing, No Pets. $730 and up. a250-545-5773 must, Myriad & OK Landing, Avail March 15. $1200+ util. 250-542-4155.
Duplex / 4 Plex
Immediately, cozy 2bdrm 2 bdrm 1/25 appl, duplex, w/basesuite, rural, great view, ment, carport, f/s, w/d, private deck n/p 250-542-0060 Lavington area, adult oriented. 250-542-9419 250-309-5956
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Pop style diner for sale, located in the downtown core of Vernon. Diner has been recently updated and sale includes all equipment. Owners Church is looking for a Family Oriented Complex are ready to retire! Contact property to rent or buy to be d_macleod2009@hotmail.com used for painted, a drug rehabilitation Units have been freshly for more info $75,000.00 center. (250)307-8858.
Brookside Garden Rentals
1bdrm, location, on quiet upper floor level private entry, near Schubert Center & bus rte. incl. cable, $825/mo + utilites hot Resident water, Manager parking. onsite. F/S. NS, 50+, $680. Call 250-309-3763 To view, call: newly Belmonte 1 please bdrm, renovated, clean, secure, cat allowed, close to D/T. $705 of Quality Living pm,A New no Tradition util. avail now. 250549-5254. 1bdrm close TERRACE to rec centre. HILLSIDE N/P, Ave, N/S. clean $650,& no 39th well Hydro. main(250)307-4948 tained; 1 bedroom, No Smoking, No quiet Pets. $730 and level up. 1bdrm, location, 250-545-5773 private entry, near Schubert Center & bus rte. incl. cable, hot water, parking. F/S. NS, 50+, $680. Call 250-309-3763 2 bdrm 1/2 duplex, w/baseBelmontecarport, 1 bdrm, ment, f/s, newly w/d, renovated, area, clean,adult secure, cat Lavington oriented. allowed, close to D/T. $705 250-542-9419 250-309-5956 pm, no util. avail now. 250549-5254.
250-503-1257
Homes Wanted
Very close to bus routes and short walk to “Wholesale Club”. RETIREMENT
7 during 2016
1bdrmAvailable close to Now! rec centre. N/P, N/S. $650, no Hydro. (250)307-4948 Two 2 bedrooms
Newer house, 4 bdrm + suite, 2100 sq.ft., large yard, great view from lower and upper deck. $475,000
near hospital and downtown area.
March 18 to October
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GARAGE Sale Complete household sale. 3396 Lockhart Dr (Mcleod subdivision) Armstrong Saturday March 5th from 8am-2pm No early birds
Apt/Condo Rent $825/mo + for utilites
For Sale By Owner
VeryTownhouses close to bus routes and short walk to “Wholesale Club”.
GARAGE Sale Complete household sale. 3396 Lockhart Dr (Mcleod subdivision) Armstrong Saturday March 5th from 8am-2pm No early birds
Two Rentals 2 bedrooms on upper floor
Real Estate
Newer house, 4 bdrm + suite, 2100 sq.ft., large yard, great view from lower and upper deck. $475,000
near hospital and downtown area.
March 18 to October
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FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL US AT
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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 BuyingHouse Collector make calls! Coins, Accumulations, coin collections & Old money. US Canada Local Coin Collector Buying & world coins. Plus Coins anything Collections Gold Silver made of1-250-863-3082 gold or silver. Chad Todd’s Estates Coins. 1-250-864-3521 I can make House calls!
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Lunch at 12 pm, Sale starts at 1 pm
604-795-5267 Riverside Natural Meats Foreclosure Auction 903 Raffan Road, Armstrong, Biro meat grinder, Bizerba Vacuum Sealer, Bizerba MeatB.C. Slicer, Jarvis Owners & Auctioneers: Don & Peter Raff an Biro splitting Band Saw, Stainless Tables, Metro Shelving Units, Bandsaw, Meatwww.valleyauction.ca Hooks with Wheels, Electronic Scales, Crates, Tubs & Barrels, Steps, Stainless Box, Wheeled Carts, Knives, Lockers, Plastic Bags, Boxes, Time Clock, & Much More. 1999 Bobcat 763 Skidsteer Loader With Bucket, Fork Attachment & 45 Gal Drum Lifter/Dumper Attachment. 2001 Ford E-450 Refrigerated Cube Van Diesel, 20’ Refrigerated Storage Bin, Steps, Racks, Pallet Jack & Much More. Furniture: Oak Dining Table & 4 Chairs & Matching China Cabinet, 4 Pc Bedroom Suite with Queen Sleigh Bed, Queen and King Mattresses, Wall Units, Framed Prints, Mirrors, Doctors Table/Bed,Auction Lamps, Lazyboy Riverside Natural Meats Foreclosure Recliner, & 6 Bizerba Chairs, Stacking Washer & Biro meatCabinets, grinder, Antique Bizerba Dining VacuumTable Sealer, Meat Slicer, Jarvis Dryer, Fridges, & Chest Freezer, & Chairs, 50’ Sony splitting Band Upright Saw, Stainless Tables,Desk Metro Shelving Units,Smart Biro TV, File Cabinets, Walker,with Bathroom, Bandsaw, Meat Hooks Wheels,Vanity. Electronic Scales, Crates, Tubs & Barrels,2Steps, Stainless Wheeled Carts, Lockers, Plastic Tools: As New Gas Box, Snowblowers, 4000 Knives, Watt Generator, Parts Bags, Boxes, Clock, &Tools, Much70More. Washer, New Time Mastercraft Amp Welder, 5th Wheel Hitch, Vac Pump, Delta Sander, Tool BoxLoader & Rolling 1999 Bobcat 763 Skidsteer WithCabinet, Bucket, Air ForkCompressor, AttachmentAir& Tools, Patio Heater, Receiver2001 Trailer Hitches, Sets, 45 GalNew DrumPropane Lifter/Dumper Attachment. Ford E-450Wrench Refrigerated Torque Wrench, Shop Vacuum, Hand Truck, Receiver Cargo Rack,Pallet Golf Cube Van Diesel, 20’ Refrigerated Storage Bin, Steps, Racks, Clubs, Hedge Clippers, Camping Gear, New Speakers, Tractor Jack &Heaters, Much More. Tires, Orchard Plus Much More. & Matching China Cabinet, 4 Furniture: OakLadders, Dining Table & 4 Chairs Pc Bedroom Suite with Queen Sleigh Bed, Queen and King Mattresses, www.doddsauction.com Wall Units, Framed Mirrors, Doctors Lamps,Vernon Lazyboy Viewing all dayPrints, Wednesday at 3311Table/Bed, - 28 Avenue, Subject to Dining additions deletions Recliner, Cabinets, Antique Table and & 6 Chairs, Stacking Washer & Open consignments: Mon - Fri Desk 8:30 &toChairs, 5:00 • ’tilSmart noon Dryer,for Fridges, Upright & Chest Freezer, 50’Sat Sony DODDS 250-545-3259 TV, File Cabinets,AUCTION Walker, Bathroom, Vanity. Tools: 2 As New Gas Snowblowers, 4000 Watt Generator, Parts Washer, Newfor Mastercraft 5th Wheel Hitch, Vac Misc. SaleTools, 70 Amp Welder, Misc. for Sale Pump, Delta Sander, Tool Box & Rolling Cabinet, Air Compressor, Air Tools, New Propane Patio Heater, Receiver Trailer Hitches, Wrench Sets, Torque Wrench, Shop Vacuum, Hand Truck, Receiver Cargo Rack, Golf Clubs, Heaters, Hedge Clippers, Camping Gear, New Speakers, Tractor Tires, Orchard Ladders, Plus Much More.
world coins. Plus anything made of gold or silver. Todd’s Coins. 1-250-864-3521 I can make House calls!
Private pay250-549-4467 Assisted Living apartments available at Creekside Landing and Heritage Square; meals, housekeeping and emergency response included, Senior Assisted Senior Assisted personal care packages available. Studio apartments Living starting at $1885 per month and Living 2 bedroom apartments starting at $2,225 per month.
For information call Noreen Guenther RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES LTD. at 250-549-9550 extension 103 Private pay Assisted Living apartments available at Creekside Landing and Heritage Square; meals, housekeeping and emergency response included, personal care packages available. Studio apartments starting at $1885 per month and 2 bedroom apartments starting at $2,225 per month.
2bdrm + den reno’d, on 1/3 n/s, acre,n/p, lrg 1bdrm newly master bed, kept mobile, n/drugs, nearwellFulton, $500 can be partially furnished. Ref +util. (250)542-5306 a must, Myriad & OK Landing, 1Availlarge Marchbed15. sitting $1200+room util. Available to Senior male or fe250-542-4155. male. 250-558-8557 Immediately, cozy 2bdrm Mature woman wanted suite, rural, 5 appl, great2bdrm view, house pets welcome, Laundry, private deck n/p 250-542-0060 fenced yard. No alcohol/drugs D/T, $550+util 250-542-3407
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1bdrm apt withreno’d, balcony,bsmnt newly n/s, n/p, suite or In-law in Vernon n/drugs, near suite Fulton, $500 for clean, quiet 40+ male with +util. (250)542-5306 cat. Util incl. $700.-775/mo. 1 large bed sitting room Denis @ 250-540-3826 Available to Senior male or female. 250-558-8557 WHERE DO YOU TURN
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1954 Hillman Commer Pickup, $1800.; Sail Plane LP49 need rebuild ,offers. (250)838-7632
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHER CLAIMANTS Notice is hereby given to creditors and others having claims against the estate of Carilyn Darlene Holweg aka Carolyn Darlene Holweg aka Carol Darlene Holweg, of Vernon, B.C, deceased, who passed away on October 7, 2015, that particulars of their claims must be sent to the Executor, Don Holweg, 6786 Apollo Road, Vernon, B.C., V1H 1J3, before March 30, 2016, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate to those so entitled, having regard to the claims of which he then has notice.
Auto Accessories/Parts RE-MANUFACTURED ENGINES 2 Year, 60,000 km, Warranty. 250-542-2685.
Timber Volume Available for Purchase
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ETC, leather, loaded, immaculate cond. $4500. (250)545-6626
Adult
2005 Chevy Malibu, auto, 4 door, good condition. $1400 obo. (250)540-2299
Escorts
Interest to Purchase bids will be due at noon on March 18, 2016.
Curves of Kamloops. Adult companions. Interviewing. 250851-1777 no texts please.
For further information please contact Les Skaalid, Operations Manager at 250-838-0775 x105
Cars - Domestic
2009 Chevy Aveo Blue/purple, auto, 64,000kms, winter tires, $7,400. 250-540-2299
Scrap Car Removal #11AAA Automotive recycling will meet or beat all competitors cash offers for your scrap vehicles. (250)808-1894 #1AA Auto Recycler’s. Scrap Cars/Metal. Will pay for some cars. Scott 1-250-558-8855
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The Monashee Community Forest will be harvesting approximately 92 ha on CP 4 with an estimated 23,500m3 of timber volume in the summer of 2016. The Community Forest is looking for parties interested in purchasing volume from this permit. The Monashee Community Forest is located Northwest of the Village of Lumby. Information packages are available for pick up at the village of Lumby municipal office located at 1775 Glencaird Street in Lumby.
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NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF OKANAGAN LAKE WESTSIDE ROAD RE: PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT OF RURAL AGENCY STORE
The Liquor Distribution Branch invites community input on a request to establish a Rural Agency Store (RAS) at Little Kingdom Gas & Grocery in the community of Okanagan Lake Westside Road. The intent of an RAS is to provide liquor service in rural communities and tourist destination resorts, in order to give people in these communities better, more convenient access to beverage alcohol products. RAS’s are established in rural communities where it is too small to operate a Government Liquor Store. RAS’s will be established where there is a suitable business i.e. an existing independently-owned full service general grocery store. Only one Rural Agency Store authorization in a community is permitted. Written comments will be accepted until March 23, 2016. Your submissions may be used by the LDB in the decision process. LIQUOR DISTRIBUTION BRANCH REGIONAL MANAGER’S OFFICE #201, 1740 Gordon Drive, Kelowna BC V1Y 3H2 e: Thad.elder@bcldb.com
NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF VERNON RE: PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT OF RURAL AGENCY STORE The Liquor Distribution Branch invites community input on a request to establish a Rural Agency Store (RAS) at Predator Ridge Golf Resort in the community of Vernon. The intent of an RAS is to provide liquor service in rural communities and tourist destination resorts, in order to give people in these communities better, more convenient access to beverage alcohol products. RAS’s are established in rural communities where it is too small to operate a Government Liquor Store. RAS’s will be established where there is a suitable business i.e. an existing independently-owned full service general grocery store. Only one Rural Agency Store authorization in a community is permitted. Written comments will be accepted until March 23, 2016. Your submissions may be used by the LDB in the decision process. LIQUOR DISTRIBUTION BRANCH REGIONAL MANAGER’S OFFICE #201, 1740 Gordon Drive, Kelowna BC V1Y 3H2 e: Thad.elder@bcldb.com
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BC Hydro has been granted a court injunction to remove a protest camp set up to block land clearing for the Site C dam project near Fort St. John. It’s the latest in a series of losses in court for opponents of the dam, a group of landowners and representatives of local First Nations in the Peace River region. Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett said the project has gone through an “exhaustive” environmental and social impact process, and has received federal and provincial permits. The joint federal-provincial panel that reviewed Site C found that consultations with First Nations in
Alberta and B.C. were “complete and comprehensive,” Bennett said. “We want to build this project on time, on budget, we can’t afford unnecessary delays, and this ruling helps us keep the project moving forward,” Bennett said. “So far we’ve had no delays caused by court actions or anything else for that matter. We’ve got more than $3 billion in contracts committed today, and we’re at roughly one third in terms of the total amount committed.” Protesters led by Ken and Arlene Boone, whose farm will be flooded by the third dam on the Peace River, moved two small buildings into the site of Rocky Mountain Fort, one of the earliest fur trading forts in B.C. and have occupied the site since December.
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Site C dam on the Peace River is budgeted to cost $8.8 billion to construct, and to be in operation by 2024.
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The BC government has just waived the property transfer taxes on brand new constructed homes as of February 16, 2016. There are a few rules to consider. 1. The home must be new construction or newlybuilt in BC. 2. The price of the home can be up to $750,000 to waive the tax in full, but there is a partial exemption for properties up to $800,000. 3. A home is defined as an apartment, townhome, single family residence or new mobile home permanently affixed on its own land. 4. The property must be your principal residence within 92 days of the transfer of ownership. 5. The home owner must be a Canadian resident or Permanent Resident. 6. The property size can be up to 1.24 acres for full exemption; anything over 1.24 acres qualifies for a reduced amount. The government hopes that by waiving the Property Transfer Tax on new homes, there will be more demand for new homes. The province hopes this will help our construction industry to create more jobs and will help to have more homes available for sale in BC. E&O/OAC
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A Hearing Loop System is a proven technology that enables the hearing aid user to hear better in poor acoustic environments. It is difficult for people with hearing aids to distinguish the sounds they want to hear over distance and through the background noise. These problems are common in churches, theatres, cinemas and many other public places. Loop systems deliver the sound directly to the hearing aid’s Telecoil (T-Coil), thus delivering a clean, clear sound and bypassing the background noise. So how does it work? A sound source such as a microphone, TV or stereo is connected to a loop amplifier. Instead of being connected to loud speakers the loop amp connects to a thin cable usually installed around the perimeter of the room or sometimes in the floor or in the ceiling. The sound is received directly in the user’s hearing aid when they are within the “looped area” via a Telecoil (T-Coil) found in hearing aids. Many hearing aids have T-Coils and just need them activated. For those aids that do not have T-coils, it may be possible for the manufacturer to add them to existing aids; for others, it may be possible to purchase a remote control for the hearing aids that have a T-coil built in. If you would like your T-Coils activated, please contact your hearing aid provider.
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Twelve students from bands throughout Western Canada recently completed the first level of an apprenticeship program designed to support aboriginal learners looking to advance their careers in the construction sector. In March 2015, Okanagan College launched a new construction craft worker two-level apprenticeship program.
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“This course was launched to help indigenous students broaden their experience and gain the job site skills that employers are looking for. We collaborated closely with the local bands and worked with the students to identify what kind of added support would help them be successful.” Most of the students in the class are from the Westbank First Nation and Adams Lake Indian Band.
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