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For whom the (school) bell tolls Winsby has the experience to realize that a parent knows their child best and one of the top ways to prepare a nervous little one is to encourage them to think about school in a positive way. “If you have a nervous child, try to get at the reason why they are not excited about school and listen to them. Then talk about and encourage the positive things they do like.” If back to school is emotional for your child despite your best efforts, then Winsby recommends a quick visit to the teacher. “I like a parent to come in and see me so I’m prepared. We aren’t mind readers and with 23 little bodies and people to get to know it helps to understand when maybe a little extra attention is needed.” Strong communication between the parent and teacher combined with a steady routine at school can usually overcome initial jitters. When it comes to the routine of homework Winsby hopes parents remember that a five-hour day is a long time for younger children and the homework rule of thumb is about 10 minutes per day per grade. “My personal philosophy in the younger grades is to have a routine where you read every day and do a little math and you should be fine.” One school-related item that can be difficult to deal with is the back to school fee sheet that comes home the first day or two of school. The fees cover cultural events and

in our schools,” she says, “yet our democracy rests on the education of our students.” You can help with lightening the load on teachers and parents who need a little extra this fall. Staples, at the Dilworth Shopping Centre fundraises with their customers to supply students in need. The store takes donations at the till and puts them towards in-house gift certificates which are distributed through local teachers. It is done so that teachers can assess students in the greatest need and make sure there are new supplies for students who might otherwise go without or feel stigmatized for not having the latest equipment. One of the most visible signs of back to school is the backpack. Each year hundreds of Kelowna families participate in the Victory Life Fellowship Back to School Bash. Last week, 675 people attended the event and 500 backpacks were handed out, while 180 free haircuts were done to help get ready for the big first day at school. “There are people who really do need it,” says Diana Tripke, the event’s organizer. “This is a fun event and it is about our generous community giving back. The events keep increasing in size,” says Tripke. Getting your child to the opening bell requires different planning for working parents than the bell at the end of the school day. After school care for children of work-

a school supply bill. At many elementary schools there are standardized lists of school supplies bought in bulk by the district and then parents have the option of purchasing the complete kit from the school. At middle school and high school, there is a text book caution fee and the field trips certainly do not cost less than elementary school. “The downloading of fees onto parents is happening because the schools are being starved of funds,” says Alice Rees, president of the Central Okanagan Teachers Association. The direct fees hit people at the economic margins the hardest, says Rees. Usually it is single parents, mostly mothers who find the fees unmanageable. Rees estimates that about one in 30 children in the school system will have a parent who cannot make the fees. Usually the school will find supplies somewhere or the teacher will step in to fill in the gap with the general classroom supplies many teachers fund themselves. Rees says it is a well known fact that teachers spend an average of $1,000 to $1,500 per year from their own pocket on assorted items for the classroom. It has not been a welcome trend in the profession but a move of desperation. That need should be met with government funding declares Rees: “The costs of public education are being downloaded to the parent.” “We are recognizing the greater losses of services and programming

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Kelowna issues antiabortion proclamation September 24 to October 2 has quietly been proclaimed as Protect Human Life Week in Kelowna. It is the fourth consecutive year the Mayor Sharon Shepherd has granted the pro life proclamation at the request of the Kelowna Right to Life Society. In part, the proclamation reads: “It is the intention of this proclamation to promote respect and protection to all human life, especially the infirm, the aged, the handicapped and the unborn.” Kelowna Right to Life executive director Marlon Bartram said that the statements contained within

the document come at a crucial time. The society claims abortion—what it calls “the destruction of unborn life”—continues “unabated” and that legal protection for those at the end of life is coming under attack. “At KGH, the killing of unborn children continues,” said Bartram. Abortion has been a core medical service at Kelowna General Hospital for the last 11 years. Meanwhile, Canada’s laws prohibiting assisted suicide and euthanasia are being challenged in the courts. “Abortion, euthanasia,

assisted suicide, even embryonic stem cell research; all these acts are direct affronts to the dignity of human life and violate the very basic principle that it is wrong to kill innocent human beings.” Kelowna Right to Life has a number of events planned for the week-long event, including a Walk for Life fundraiser in Mission Creek Park on Sept. 24, a free informational session, a pro-life film festival and the annual Life Chain. For more information on Protect Human Life Week and the Kelowna Right to Life Society go to prolifekelowna.com or call 250 862-8202.

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KELOWNA MAYOR Sharon Shepherd signs the Pink Bus, the province’s first breast cancer education

centre on wheels. The bus pulled into Kelowna Thursday and during its stop here featured speeches by cancer foundation and cancer agency officials, as well as handing out information and giving women an opportunity to sign up for mammograms. The bus is winding up a tour of the province and has seen 13,198 British Columbian visit it during the tour. The tour will wrap up in Merritt Sept. 5.

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more people to the downtown core. The police “meet and greet” technique that was effective during similar downtown gatherings at the Olympics in February could not function because of the size and early arrival of the crowd, said Doug Keefe, the former Nova Scotia deputy minister who conducted the review along with former Vancouver Olympic CEO John Furlong. The report makes 53 recommendations to prevent or contain future incidents, including having the RCMP and Vancouver Police tactical squads train together. Police and fire services across the region should have a clear framework for covering major regional events. Only two charges were

laid as of this week against rioters. Vancouver Police launched a website Tuesday with pictures to help the public identify offenders caught by the many cameras that were used the night of the riot. VPD Chief Jim Chu said he wants a full review of the pictures, 1,600 hours of video and other evidence so people who committed major offences don’t get off with lesser punishment. Premier Christy Clark said she is as frustrated as anyone that more charges haven’t been laid, but police are trying to be as thorough as possible. “It was those drunken louts who caused this problem,” Clark said. “It wasn’t police, it wasn’t other citizens. It was them.”

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Crash closes Highway 97 stretch

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AN ACCIDENT during the morning rush on Highway 97 Thursday, near Wood

Central Okanagan Traffic Services are continuing to investigate a two-vehicle crash on Hiway 97 near Wood Lake just south of Oyama Thursday morning that closed the highway for two hours. The accident occurred around at 8:30 a.m. Investigators say a Honda Civic traveling southbound on Highway 97 drifted off the road and onto the right soft shoulder and then veered left, over correcting, crossed the center line and struck a northbound

minivan head-on. Witnesses also report that it appeared as though the driver was not paying attention to the road. The 42-year-old driver of the Honda Civic was taken to Kelowna General Hospital with serious internal injuries. He was not believed to be wearing a seatbelt, said police. The 32-year-old driver of the minivan and an adult male passenger received minor injuries and were also transported to hospital.

Both have since been released. Both drivers and the passenger are from Kelowna. The police investigation is continuing and police spoke to several witnesses at the scene. Once all of the information is gathered, police will be able to determine the cause of the collision and if the driver was distracted. Alcohol is not considered to be a factor. Vernon Morningstar

Lake, closed the highway for two hours and sent three people to hospital.

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Teacher strike will shorten school day Mantler court date set Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

The B.C. Teacher’s Federation served strike notice on the Central Okanagan School District late Wednesday afternoon. The move means that unless ordered by the B.C. Labour Relations Board to stop, teachers will start their job action at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, the first day back to school for thousands of local elementary and secondary students. According to the school district, it has been told by the BCTF that the first phase of the action will include a withdrawal of administrative services and the removal of teacher

Hugh Gloster supervision responsibilities outside of instructional time. Regular classes will continue. Superintendent of schools Hugh Gloster said an immediate result will the elimination of the 15-minute break during the day for elemen-

tary students and that will mean the school day will be 15 minutes shorter than usual. “Accordingly, at the end of the day, students in all schools will be excused 15 minutes earlier than usual,� he said. School bus services will have their schedules adjusted to accommodate the earlier dismissal. The school district plans to send home a letter with students on Tuesday explaining the ramifications of the initial phase of job action by the teachers. The letter will also go to parent groups and individual school parent advisory councils. Anyone with ques-

tions is asked to contact Gloster. In the letter, the school district includes a lengthy list of activities the teachers will not participate in and advises parents of students who do not ride the school bus to have their children arrive as close to the school starting time as possible and leave immediately after dismissal at the end of the day. It also says principals and vice-principals may be limited in their abilities to talk to parents about their childrens’ progress in school due to carrying an extra workload as a result of the teachers’ job action. awaters@kelownacapnews.com

Civic election candidate list grows The current cast of Kelowna city council are queuing up to take another run at political office in the Nov. 19 election. All incumbents, except for Coun. Andre Blanleil, have now publicly signalled their intentions to run again, picking up nomination papers or issuing press releases. Mayor Sharon Shepherd was first out of the gate, announcing earlier this month that she would run for a third term and the rest are falling in line. The latest incumbent to signal his intentions, and pick up a nomination package from City Hall, is first-term councillor Charlie Hodge, who announced his decision to run for a second term Thursday. “For the past three years I’ve had the honour and privilege to serve residents of Kelowna as a member of council. It’s been a lot of work, not all of it easy, but I love the

job,� he said. “I’m proud of my efforts to assist the community and hope I’m bestowed the honour of serving Kelowna folks for another term.� Also seeking another term is Coun. Robert Hobson, who announced Wednesday he’s ready for his ninth election campaign. The perennial political favourite said it will be his last should he be elected. Coun. Luke Stack came out of the gate, and announced his desire for another term in office earlier in the week, saying he’s enthusiastic about the many initiatives council is currently working on, such as implementing the new Downtown Plan, designing a long-term plan for Kelowna Police and Protective Services, constructing the new Seniors Centre, and planning a new recreation park in Glenmore. “These projects are

crucial for the wellbeing of Kelowna residents, and I believe we can negotiate a way to accomplish them while keeping property taxes in check,� he said. Another first-time councillor, Graeme James, has also picked up a nomination papers, for the upcoming election, as have Couns. Michele Rule and Kevin Craig. Angela Reid-Nagy has said she will run again. While picking up a package is the first big step in the election process, city clerk Stephen Fleming pointed out that there’s a big difference between getting the paperwork and going through with the process. “We had 64 individuals pick up one or more packages in 2008—five mayor; 51 councillor and 15 school trustee packages went out—while the ballot had two mayoral, 36 councillor and 10 school trustee names on it,� he said.

Other people who have picked up packages and have allowed their names to be public include: Mayor: James Murphy Kim Ouellette Diana Van Beest Councillor: James Murphy Carol Gran Bobby Kennedy Mary-Ann Graham Tisha Kalmanovitch Peter McFadden Andrew Powell Elizabeth Fehr Mohini Singh Larry Gray Ken Chung Colin Basran Gail Given Ron Ready Graeme James William Kovacic Michael Fraser Darrin Fiddler David Boyko Scott A. Ross Luke Stack Shane Herrington Raja Wariach JC Rathwell

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The Kelowna Mountie charged with assault last winter after he was filmed kicking a suspect who was on all fours in the head, finally has a court date. Const. Geoff Mantler will be in court for three weeks starting Nov. 26, 2012, to deal with an assault charge that stemmed from injuring Kelowna resident Buddy Tavar-

es, 51, as he apprehended him after a call from the Harvest Golf Club. After the arrest, Tavares faced a charge for careless use of a firearm, which related to the 911 call that brought police to the scene. That charge was later dropped. Mantler’s lawyer, Neville McDougall, said what RCMP Const. Geoff Mantler knew and believed before he kicked Buddy Tavares in the head

will be the keystone of his defence when his case goes to trial next year, pointing out that police were responding to more than a complaint about birds being shot at the golf course. Mantler, who is currently suspended without pay, will also be in court July 2012 to face another charge of assault causing bodily harm stemming from the arrest of Manjit Singh Bhatti.

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It’s typically assumed that playing video games for an excessive amount of time is a bad thing. Geoff Webb and his friends are proving that the opposite is true. Webb and a group of video-game enthusiasts are currently live streaming a 96-hour marathon gaming session while attempting to raise money

for the Kelowna General Hospital’s pediatric psychiatric unit. “I just wanted to do something different. Rather than gaming for one evening, I figured: Let’s do four days and raise money for KGH,” said Webb. Webb and his crew started playing at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday and plan to finish at 12:30 p.m. on Monday. Their entire video

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Geoff Webb watch his progress. Webb and his friends are completing a 96-hour gaming marathon to raise money for Kelowna General Hospital’s pediatric psychiatric unit. come from disadvantaged backgrounds. “There’s a great web site called Child’s Play that’s a charity in the United States that (donates) gaming consoles. But I wanted it to affect us locally. I took that same idea, but (I’m) donating to the children of KGH.” Webb was given a tour of the area and got to see

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the issue, you have to look at the big picture. The Okanagan basin, our watershed, is ultimately part of the watershed of the Columbia River, in that the Okanagan River flows into the Columbia south of the border and becomes part of the flows that are dumped into the Pacific Ocean at Astoria, Oregon, west of Portland. Sockeye salmon— those that succeed in navigating around the many man-made dams on the mighty Columbia and its tributaries—return up the system to Osoyoos Lake and even upstream in the Okanagan River to spawn. In fact, there was a record run last fall. The Okanagan Nation Alliance is working toward removing obstacles along the Okanagan River to permit the sockeye to return to Okanagan Lake, where they once spent a portion of their life cycle, far from the ocean. Both the question of water quantity flowing south into the U.S. and of

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mental Education Centre for the Okanagan in Mission Creek Regional Park on Springfield Road. There are also kokanee interpretive programs at that park and at Hardy Falls Regional Park in Peachland weekend afternoons into early October. The Kokanee Salmon Festival will be held in the Mission Creek park Sunday, Sept. 18 and there’ll be a mini-festival that day at Hardy Falls park with volunteers from the Peachland Sportsman’s Association. The Central Okanagan Naturalists’ Club is conducting a hike along a portion of the High Rim Trail Saturday, Sept. 10, with Don Guild, and everyone is invited to their regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 13 at Evangel Church on Gordon Drive at 7 p.m., where Hugh Westheuser will conduct a presentation on wildlife in Southern Brazil. Next hike in their Discover Nature series is Saturday, Sept. 17 with Eileen Chappell and Sylvia Blackburne, exploring upper Scenic Canyon Regional Park, Carter Road Park and portions of Mission Creek Regional Park. For details on any of these go to the website at: www.okanagannature.org Judie Steeves writes about outdoors issues. jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com

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Premier kills talk of an early election Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS

Premier Christy Clark has ended months of speculation, announcing she will wait until the scheduled date of May 2013 to face the voters in a general election. Since winning the B.C. Liberal leadership vote in February, Clark has ques-

tioned whether she has a sufficient mandate to govern until the election date specified in provincial law. She reversed that position in interviews with selected Vancouver media outlets Wednesday. Clark denied that the defeat of the harmonized sales tax or party polling changed her mind. In various interviews, she em-

phasized the instability of the world economy and the lack of a public appetite for another election this year. NDP leader Adrian Dix said the government’s unpopularity after the twoyear HST furore and its lack of new ideas are the reason for the reversal. After being sworn in as premier, Clark ap-

pointed an election readiness committee chaired by cabinet minister Rich Coleman and Brad Bennett, son of former premier Bill Bennett. Election preparations recently cost Clark a cabinet minister, as Chilliwack-Hope MLA Barry Penner stepped down as attorney-general in August, citing the pressure to

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The estimated one time payment is $1,090 per lineal metre of frontage The one-time payment must be paid before the loan is incurred. Any owner whose parcel is subject to being specially charged may elect to make a onetime payment of the portion of the cost of construction assessed upon that parcel within sixty (60) days of receipt of written instructions from the City of Kelowna Collector or on any anniversary date of the loan borrowed by the City under the bylaw establishing the Local Area Service. The final cost to be borne by the property owner will only be known when construction is completed. The amount of the onetime cash payment that may be made in subsequent years after the loan has been incurred will vary depending upon a number of factors including the year of payment, the interest rate of the loan and the rates of return on the sinking fund and cash commutation funds.

Annual Local Service Parcel Tax The estimated annual service tax is $93 per lineal metre of frontage for each of 20 years

If an owner does not elect to make the onetime payment as outlined above, the property will be levied an annual local service tax in each of twenty (20) succeeding years. Questions regarding payment options can be directed to George King, Revenue Manager, Financial Services at 250-469-8564.

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Petition forms have been sent to property owners. If you have not received your petiiton form, additional forms are available at the Office of the City Clerk, 3rd Floor, City Hall, 1435 Water Street, during regular business hours. Those in favour of the proposed work do not need to sign a petition. Any registered owner of a parcel that is opposed to be serviced through the bylaw noted above and liable to be specially

charged, may petition against the proposed Bernard Avenue Revitalization Local Area Service. Unless a majority of those owners representing at least 50% of the assessed value of those parcels petition against the proposed work, Council may proceed with the project under Section 213 of the Community Charter. Petitions forms are established by the City and must be originally signed by the registered owner(s) of the parcel liable to be specially charged for the proposed work, and include the address and legal description of the property. Where a property is jointly owned, a majority of the owners must sign the petition for that property. The deadline for the receipt of petitions is Monday, October 3, 2011 at 4pm at the Office of the City Clerk, 3rd Floor, City Hall, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC. For more information on petition procedures, contact Corinne Boback at 250-469-8653 . INFO: 250 469-8605 kelowna.ca/cityprojects

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So far, school not the place to find inspiration for one student To the editor: In response to the Aug. 26 column by Jane Muskens: How Do You Inspire Young People to be All That They Can Be?” The solution to low voter turnout and political apathy among young Canadians willN not be found in our educational system. As a 17-year-old student about to begin my final year of high school, the most emphasized theme throughout my education has not been that this education will allow me to rally with others to, in Jack Layton’s words, “Change this country and this world.” Instead, I have learned that I go to school so that I can go to university, which will allow me to get a good job and in turn, enough money to buy a nice house and car. If young Canadians have the efficacy to influence politics and reach their full po-

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ollywood has delivered a few regularly recycled plot lines that I blame for my deepening brow wrinkle. There are time travel tales ruined with romance, alien abductions that are too friendly and, worst of all, the various incarnations of young-womanconquers-a-man’s- world, with a failure drenched twist. The latter goes as so: A lovable lass with a heart of gold and an under-utilized, Einstein-like brain, should be a shoe-in for Top Dog, at Nameless Corporation. But, just as the brass ring arrives within her sights, her boobs—or a barren harpy— get in the way and she misses her one chance to climb the corporate ladder.

In no time flat Just like I KATHARTIC she’s scuttled to didn’t believe the back of the in monsters in line, which gives childhood, I’ve her a chance chosen not to beto love, wear lieve in the type frumpy clothes of inequality that and clogs while Kathy adds happy-confinally realizing Michaels text to these fawhat a relief it is bles. They’re like to stop worrying the bogeyman. about upward mobility. When I hear things like Then they say something “women’s conciliatory nature to the effect of; “Viva apathy— make them less geared to fight it’s comfy down here! Leave their way up” I bully the man men to the rat race. Let’s closest to me just to make sure bake.” I can. When others go on about For some, this is a happy the glass ceiling, I aim for a ending. higher view of my life. For me, it offers cause to The only thing that dictates smash my head against the a woman’s standing should theatre seat in front of me so be their abilities and, frankly, my brain cells won’t record an that’s been my experience. unhealthy world view. That said, there’s a world

outside my cubicle that’s a little less cut and dry, and the bogeyman has taken a more realistic form. Courtesy of a new study from the Conference Board of Canada, the country learned this week that men are still more than twice as likely to hold a senior executive position, as they were in 1987. In fact, women made up almost 48 per cent of the Canadian labour force but less than one per cent are in top management spots. “Women have made great progress in many areas of society over the past 22 years, but not in the ranks of senior management positions,” said board president Anne Golden in a release. “Now that the rousing ear-

ly days of feminism are behind us, perhaps we have become complacent about the success of women in senior management.” The report offered a shudder-inducing data and quote package I struggle to digest. It’s clear women are no less capable and, from the femmes I know, they’re no less driven. So, what is it about the top that’s so prohibitive? Perhaps, the years and movies since 1987 have lulled us into a friendly fugue state, and it’s time for a shake down just in time for Labour Day. Or maybe we should ask ourselves: What would Anne Hathaway and her Hollywood ilk, not do? Kathy Michaels is a reporter for the Capital News.

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RCMP version of traffic accident, reported on web page ‘highly offensive,’ full of ‘falsities,’ contains ‘bald-faced lie’ and ‘inaccurate’ To the editor: I would like to thank Paul Hergott for his impartial and unbiased column in the Aug 11 Capital News: Cyclists Deserve More Respect From Motorists in reference to an article published on (a local news web page) Aug. 8 about a cyclist involved in an motor vehicle accident with an SUV. I was the cyclist involved in the articles. I heard about the report on (the news web page) a few days after the accident but it was reported that the cyclist in question was biking recklessly and at fault so I immediately assumed that the article was referring to a different accident and I never read the article at that time. I only learned differently a few days ago and am shocked and highly offended by the article and its numerous falsities.

An “eye witness” reported that I almost hit another car before I struck the SUV. This is a bald-faced lie. My nearly hitting another car never happened. The reference made to the cyclist running into the SUV is also inaccurate. I was cut off by the SUV and did everything in my power to avoid collision with the vehicle and this is evident in the lack of damage done to my bike. I could go on and on pointing out the inconsistencies in the article. What is also upsetting though, is that the majority of this reporter’s information seems to have been obtained from the RCMP officer at the scene. The officer in question spent all of half a minute questioning me. He asked me two questions: What direction I was travelling in and the location of my bike at the time of the accident.

Bottom line is that I have been cycling for over 20 years without injury or incident and, like 99 per cent of cyclists, I am hyper-aware of my surroundings and the vehicles around me while cycling and obey the rules of the road. The article on (the news web page) painted a very biased picture of events and the lack of proper reporting of these events by the reporter in question I find appalling. At no time was I ever asked by (the news web page) reporter for my side of the story and at no time was I ever asked by the reporter if the events being reported were truthful or accurate. Kathleen Slater, West Kelowna

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Vintage liquor laws too lucrative to update To the editor: This response is to ryour editorial that appeared in the Capital News of Aug. 11: Time to Rethink Vintage Wine laws. t In 1948, at age 10, I fmade my annual journey by CNR passenger train from Edmonton to Vantcouver at the beginning of July and return before kSeptember school started. Before arrival at Jasper on the westbound that day, I had heard many adults talk about B.C. being dry due to a strike. When the train made its 30-minute stop at Jasper, there was a mad dash by many persons to the Alberta government liquor store who returned with purchases. Under way again, the train proceeded west. Then a sudden stop— short of an emergency brake application—occurred at Red Pass Jct., B.C., situated on the shore of Moose Lake whose outflow is the start of the Fraser River, and just into

B.C. A contingency of RCMP officers boarded the train and made a thorough search confiscating all the liquor purchases. The train was delayed about one hour during this debacle which left a lot of passengers with sad faces. Fact learned: one was not allowed to transport liquor of any type across a provincial boundary. Later on, as a CNR employee, I noted that the dining car on the transcontinental train cycled between Vancouver and Winnipeg. On this car were separate steel cabinets controlled by the chief steward, one for liquor sales while the car was in B.C., one for Alberta, one for Saskatchewan, and one for Manitoba. The steward, for example, would stop sales of B.C. Liquor Board controlled items, make a tally, lock and seal the compartment, and as the train had now entered Alberta, he would open the Alberta compartment for sales. Once, while assigned

to Kamloops Jct., B.C., I was dispatched to Red Pass Jct. on a freight. At Red Pass I had to remove the live wiring to the locomotive water tank in order for its demolition—no more steam locomotives. A person in plain clothes who stood beside me watching, struck up a conversation, then invited me over to his lakefront cabin for coffee. Turned out to be a Mountie. This territory, he related, was his assignment which included interdiction of alcohol traffic B.C. to Alberta and Alberta to B.C. in the days before the Yellowhead Highway was built. After three hours the next westbound freight stopped for me and returned me to Kamloops Jct. Later on in my career, I worked for Canadian Pacific Airlines in the properties and facilities department. At the Vancouver Operations Centre, and in the stores department, there were two federal government bond rooms, one domestic and

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Education needs re-evaluation from A16 tential, school is doing nothing to tell us that. Passion for learning and discovering truth has been replaced by answers copied from the back of the textbook in order to receive a number on a piece of paper at the end of the

year (not to forget the real goal—a nice house). This breeds disdain, not the hope and optimism that are apparently necessary to bring about positive change. It is not enough to simply be educated; students have to know what the purpose is. And if it is

to produce young people who can think for themselves and engage in politics to contribute to our country’s strong future, then the methodology used in our educational system needs to be reevaluated. Amber Krogel, Kelowna

one international. There, the bar trollies from flights were unloaded, cleaned, restocked and sealed in preparation for the next outbound flight. In the domestic bond room, liquor sales were handled in a similar manner as the dining car, mentioned above. There sales were of the miniature bottle type, with liquor shipped “in bond” from the various provinces. On the international side, all incoming trollies had the contents stripped and sorted. Australian products, (wine included), would be put in a trolley and sealed for sales out of Fiji southbound. Sales out of Vancouver would be Canadian stock. All opened large bottles would have their contents poured down the drain. In summary, I do not think provincial governments are willing to change the laws that were introduced back in 1927. This revenue-generating

business is quite lucrative. Technically, transporting the wine you mentioned is a criminal act as it now stands. To carry your editorial further, in my career I have had similar jurisdictional problems as I worked in the provinces of B.C., Alberta and Manitoba. For example, neither province would honor the other’s drivers license or trade certificates. Going from B.C. to Alberta for example, one would have to write the trade exam before one could receive a license to work. In my case, the railway work was under federal jurisdiction and exempt from provincial regulations. In closing, I would like to see all the vintage laws be reworked and brought into today’s context. All jurisdictions should be covered by one law “from coast to coast to coast.” George Bergson, Kelowna

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What was telling, however, is that half the Liberal ridings voted to trash the HST, as well. In other words, forgetting the popular vote for a moment (55 per cent opposed to the HST), 60 ridings voted against the HST; 25 in favour of it. Had that been a provincial election, it seems pretty clear we’d have a new premier and a new party in charge. So, Clark knows the odds aren’t in favour of her keeping her job right now. Normally, the smart, strategic move to do when a new leader comes in is to have a quick election and get a four-year mandate while the honeymoon is on. Get the hype of a fresh, new approach on the table and renew the party’s spot leading the province. Except, it doesn’t seem to be going in that direction. Right from the beginning Christy Clark has come up against a lessthat-supportive audience. When she ran for the by-election in Vancouver-Point Grey, she only inched her way into the spot. It’s Liberal turf, formerly Gordon Campbell’s seat, yet the NDP candidate finished strongly. Clark should have easily walloped him. In fact, Clark had a lower percentage of votes than Campbell did in the 2009 election. The NDP declared that their victory. Clark’s strategy to not show up at the all-candidates meetings almost cost her the seat. Then, even with the promise of lowering the

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Shelley Nicholl HST by two per cent, the Liberals did not get the support to move on with the HST. That was a huge incentive to keep the HST, but the majority of voters weren’t going to buy into it. I wonder what the vote would have been if the government didn’t offer the two per cent discount? The HST voter turnout was slightly better than in the last provincial election. That not only signalled a defeat for the HST, it showed how anxious voters were to voice their discontent. That’s 1.6 million people who came out just to vote on a tax. Fewer people came out in 2009 to elect their leaders and less than that voted on the electoral reform question. Are taxes more important than leaders and fairer voting procedures? Did voters take the time to fill out and mail in their ballot just because they didn’t like the HST? That’s the question Clark should be weighing. For, even though the NDP is a party more likely not to cut taxes, right now, as the only significant alternative, it’s looking pretty good. Ironically, Clark may suffer the same fate of the province’s first female premier, Rita Johnston, who went down to defeat quickly in 1991 after

taking power because the voters couldn’t shake their grumblings about the previous premier, none other than Bill Vander Zalm, who’s currently leading the anti-HST pack. Ain’t B.C. politics fun? The other piece in the spectrum is that there have been quiet discussions about another party coming forward, one that’s on the right, but a different choice than the Liberals. It hasn’t materialized yet, and wouldn’t be ready for a fall election and may not happen at all. But, after seeing the HST results and having more time to prepare for a May 2013 election, another party has time to rally. The new party would split the right votes, allowing the NDP an easier win. Again, Clark needs to ponder that. The Liberals have some thinking to do and the HST vote gave them a clear picture of what would happen if an election were called now. Clark can take some time to govern and show B.C. what she can do. It’s a risk, but probably the better option. It would likely be wise to at least wait until the aftermath of the HST vote has subsided, the teachers’ negotiations are done and the floundering economy gets perking before seeking a new mandate. That is, if she still wants the job. Shelley Nicholl is the author of The Case for Having Children...And Other Assorted Irrational Ideas and owns Mad Squid Ink. madsquid@shaw.ca

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More than 300 people spent their Thursday morning lining up to get their first taste of Canada’s largest off-price retailer’s newest store in West Kelowna.

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environmental factors such as exposure to viruses and toxins seem to both contribute. However, people suffering from Parkinson’s disease show changes to neurotransmitters in the brain, such as dopamine and norepinephrine, resulting in reduced stimulation of the motor cortex, the area of our brain responsible for our movement. Parkinson’s disease typically develops in middle or later life, and is more common in men. Treatment for Parkinson’s includes medications to manage the symptoms of the disease, physiotherapy to help

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Lifestyle changes to diet and exercise may also be recommended. Yoga or tai chi can be particularly beneficial because they

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Sooner treatment can start, the better Kaufman from A16 with specific symptoms of pronounced tremor of a limb, sallow complexion, staring look, occipital stiffness, limb cramping, uncoordinated walking, difficulty moving, dizziness, blurred vision and sweating. In this case, an acupuncturist would work on building up the body’s qienergy and nourish the blood in order to improve symptoms and healthy functioning of the body. The second type is phlegm-heat, which produces symptoms of trem-

ors, dizziness, sweating, dry mouth, staring look, feeling of oppression in the chest, yellow phlegm, obesity, and stiff neck and back. This type can be particularly brought on by diet and treatment focuses on resolving the phlegm and clearing heat from the body to remove blockages. The third type is liver and kidney-yin deficiency, resulting in dizziness, tinnitus, insomnia, headache, night sweats, restless mind, sore back and knees, numbness of limbs, head trem-

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ors, clenched teeth, poor memory, difficulty walking, and staring look. In this case, treatment must build up the body’s yin energy and the body’s energy circulation. While Parkinson’s dis-

ease cannot be completely cured, regular acupuncture treatments can offer success in the control of symptoms and in slowing or halting the progression of the disease, depending on the type. The sooner treatment is begun after onset, the more success treatment may have. Acupuncture can complement Western medical treatment for Parkinson’s disease and help to improve the quality of life of those suffering from the disease. Acupuncture can also help with the associated symptoms of Parkinson’s

disease. People with Parkinson’s often also suffer from depression, sleep problems, urinary problems, and constipation, and acupuncture has shown positive results in all of these areas. While Parkinson’s is a complex disease, acupuncture can help to improve quality of life and overall health to better manage the condition. James Kaufman is a registered acupuncturist at Okanagan Acupuncture Centre, 1625 Ellis St, Kelowna.

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NEWS ▼ AROUND TOWN

▼ MENTAL HEALTH

Lesson learned: Life is too short to miss it Alcohol more

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t’s not a remarkable picture frame. As far as picture frames go it’s probably just run of the mill average stuff. It’s rectangular in shape about two feet by three feet and tan in colour. The outer edges boast an attractive ornate shape. It could be old—perhaps even very old. It may be a valuable antique or simply a piece of crap. Regardless, it’s an old friend to me and will always have a place in my life. My bond with the frame is because at a great time of need it became my safe port in the storm—or a subtle wakeup call. Without that picture frame, I have no idea where I’d be today. It was five years ago when I first truly noticed the old picture frame and it was a complete fluke of circumstance. Some six weeks before my wife at the time had arrived home from a 10-day visit to Hawaii and abruptly announced she was leaving me. I was

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Charlie Hodge truly surprised at the announcement, despite the fact we’d had a couple of rough bumps during our 17 years together. Suffice to say, I was perplexed by it all and when she announced she was moving to Hawaii in another month, I went into a tail spin. For the next six weeks, I basically let my world tumble down around me. I helped pack up her stuff and sent her off, then immediately hid in my backyard with as much beer as I could find. I rediscovered my skill at getting stupidly impaired and feel sorry for myself. I did a fine job of it and may have stayed there if not for the picture frame.

Near the end of the sixth week of self destruction and pity partying, I decided to sort out her remaining stuff from mine and put it in storage. About an hour into digging through the mounds of collected junk in the shed I came upon the picture frame. I decided it was disposable and tossed it onto the lawn in the “giveaway” pile. It sat there until the next day. With the blistering heat of mid August beating on me, I cracked open my fourth or fifth cold one of the day and sat down in a lawn chair to relax a bit. By fluke, or fate, the frame had landed in perfect position right next to the chair and when I sat with sad little head bowed I was staring into the frame. At first I assumed the two-handed chin holding pout position and I started to think how the patch of lawn I could see inside the empty frame seemed so lifeless. Nothing was happen-

ing—just like in my life. Out of boredom (and probably the booze) I continued to zone out while staring at the frame. Slowly, ever so slowly, I saw some grass and weed blades stir in the wind. Then I noticed an ant start to trundle across a curled up old leaf. Suddenly there were several ants making a leaf burdened trek across the expanse of grass in the frame. It was an epic journey for them, my three-foot picture frame. Soon a fly landed on the frame followed by a ladybug that magically appeared in a piece of grass that had suddenly lifted. When I looked around inside the frame there was life teeming everywhere; life I had not really noticed in my rush to see nothing. Half an hour later, I pulled myself away from the amazing display of life in microcosm and started to grin for the first time in six weeks. The lines from John

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Lennon—life is what happens to you when you’re busy making other plans—ran through my brain. I realized life was not only worth living but was passing me by and I wasn’t making any plans, just wasting my world. The light bulb had come back on. The pity party was over. I picked up the picture frame and carefully put it back in my shed and put the rest of the beer in the fridge for a more sensible time. For some time now I’ve been contemplating just what sort of picture I should put in the old frame but never really found the perfect match. However, it’s just dawned on me this morning as I held it again that I’ll leave it as it is. Blank, empty, without a picture. It seems fitting that way. Just a simple, open picture frame on the world. Perfect. Charlie Hodge is a freelance writer. hodgepodge2@shaw.ca

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Paul Latimer cohol levels when driving and taxes on alcoholic beverages. Still, the dangers are not gone. Most of us have met someone affected by a drunk driving incident and we know about increased violence when alcohol is involved as well as chronic illness such as cirrohsis of the liver due to long-term alcohol abuse. Alcohol abuse also increases the likelihood of various cancers, cardiovascular disease, sexually transmitted infections and suicide. It weakens the immune system also lowers our inhibitions so that we engage in more risky behaviours. Young adults are particularly at risk when it comes to problem drinking. Around the world, 320,000 people between the age of 15 and 29 die from alcohol-related causes each year—representing nine per cent of deaths in that age group. Alcohol is the leading risk factor for death among young men aged 15 to 59. Unfortunately, alcohol abuse has the ability to reach far beyond simply the health and safety of the individual doing the drinking. Friends, family and bystanders can all be put at risk. Paul Latimer is a psychiatrist and president of Okanagan Clinical Trials. 250-862-8141 dr@okanaganclinicaltrials.com

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any of my patients ask me how important is a mattress and how do I select the proper one? Shakespeare said it best in Macbeth when he stated that sleep is the “balm of hurt minds, great nature’s second course and chief nourisher of life’s feast.” I agree. Proper sleep is not only a convenience, but also a necessity for proper health. If you are not sleeping well, you just simply are not as healthy as you could be. It is during sleep, and only sleep, that the body allows itself to repair from the day’s activities. I take mattresses very seriously as there is no one single possession of yours that you will use more. We will sleep 3,000 hours a year and by the age of 50 will have spent over 150,000 hours in bed. The importance of proper sleep cannot be underestimated. In a recent study published in the Journal Sleep, the importance of REM sleep became all too important. The study subjects were allowed to sleep until they approached the REM phase, whereupon they were awoken and asked to do simple cognitive tests. They were allowed to fall asleep whenever they wanted, once they approached REM phase of sleep they were once again woken. The study only lasted three days. These individuals demonstrated a profound decline in their ability to concentrate, cognitive abilities and memory

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Markus Thiel function. Subjectively, they stated that they felt irritable, moody and at times aggressive. They were unable to solve simple addition problems by the end of the study. If your mattress predates the Mulroney era and has become somewhat of a hammock when you and your partner are sleeping side by side, it may be time for this sag monster to go. Here are some indications that you may need a new mattress. If you wake up feeling stiff, or complain of aches, pains or numbness anywhere, you may need a new mattress. If you find that you have a better night’s sleep somewhere other than in your own bed, or your mattress is greater than eight years old, it may be time to go shopping. There are many different types of mattresses:, air beds, foam, synthetic and natural latex, waterbeds, adjustable beds and if your student; the trusty futon. The bottom line of mattresses is that you simply get what you pay for and if the mattress is comfortable to you then it is probably the mattress for you. It would be unrealistic to expect that you could go to Markus’s Mattress Emporium and outfit your family of four for $2,000. You should never feel

Monsters appear at UBCO series UBC’s department of critical studies is training a critical eye on the nature of beasts in a newly created free public seminar series titled Monsters and Significant Others. Professors from the English, French, Spanish, art history, and cultural studies departments will give public lectures and lead discussions that will examine the universal, cross-cultural presence of monsters and others in

both historical and contemporary contexts. Participants will focus on the theme of “otherness” as it has been developed through literature, art, film, and cultural discourse. The seminars will be monthly on Thursday nights at the Rotary Centre for the Arts, starting Sept. 15 To register go to www.ubc.ca/okanagan/ critical/monsters. Space is limited.

you have to negotiate with your mattress to be comfortable, it should be an immediate comfort. When shopping for a new mattress it’s important that you take your shoes off and lay on the mattress in various positions.

It is also important that your partner be with you to see if the mattress is a bit of a funnel when you’re both laying on it. Have the salesperson show you a cutaway sample of the mattress to determine the density of the coils and the distribution

of the foam. In addition, compare the stores for their services such as removal of your old mattress and return policy. Most reputable mattress stores will give you a certain grace period to determine whether the mat-

tress is for you or not. They should have a return or trade-in policy until you’re completely satisfied. Make sure you sample at least 10 different mattresses and above all, make sure your wife or husband is happy with it.

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ENTERTAINMENT Making music to

making wine Jennifer Smith STAFF REPORTER

Normally, when a person becomes a parent, story time replaces those hours once spent enjoying a glass of vino on a patio with friends, at least for a few years. For 31-year-old Anthony Lewis, this transition to the sleepless nights of parenthood had just the opposite effect. “I had my daughter and I went for a short tour and decided I didn’t want to leave her anymore,” explained the former Storytime drummer who says fatherhood inspired an about-face from a rock-and-roll dream life to East Kelowna winemaking. Clearly one who walks to the beat of his own drum Lewis says he will never regret ditching music, and going on road trips to open for the likes of Blind Melon, for a quiet family life, though he’s the first to admit oenophilia was not exactly a natural fit. “My dad showed up to my house with a vineyard management magazine and a winemaker magazine and said how would you like to move to Canada and start a vineyard and winery with me? And I was like: ‘No, you know. I don’t drink wine.” It took Lewis and his wife three weeks to get their heads around the idea. One long, cold winter into their new venture, with 30 to 40 wine kits underway in their basement, the road to their new life didn’t get any less rocky once he made the leap to Canadian soil. Though his first big break came in solving the problem of soil. After spending six months battling the stones in East Kelowna’s famously gritty earth to get his first vineyard in, the musician invented and patented an above-ground trellis support that won him the attention he needed from the wine industry’s bigwigs. “We were just basically like wouldn’t it be great if there was like a Lego way of doing this. Something that just stands up on its own,” he said. The trellis support is the world’s first above-

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TONY LEWIS serves up a cornucopia of arts in his garden with his brother Phil’s vibrant imagery decorating his wineshop and enough music on tap to keep feet stomping all afternoon.

ground, fully patented grape growing system and it works with a Geneva Double Curtain—among the best trellis systems in the business for those in the know. Using a little do-it-yourself marketing knowhow from his days in the music industry, Lewis started making funny videos of himself screwing up in his vineyard to showcase his solution and sending them off to winemakers and vineyard owners all over North America and Europe. “It kind of worked my way in the opposite way as I did with the music business,” he said. Sharing the glory in Storytime with his two brothers, Phil and Peter, Lewis had paid for his end of the rock lifestyle by working as an audio mastering engineer, helping bigger musicians

with their leg-work as a means of promoting his own band and name. And, odd though it may seem, Lewis believes those sound-mixing roots are exactly what prepared him for preparing great grapes. With the help of his new-found wine-making friends, he gleaned enough theory to put technology to work, just as he would have as an audio engineer. He uses iPhone apps like iWinemaker and Cellarhand to work out his crop yields and molecular sulphur dioxide levels to prevent the wine from going off as it ages. Just like making good music, making good wine is all about the art of stripping away unnecessary clutter, he says, and he’s learned to apply the same principles.

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“Once you take away the weaknesses, you expose something for what it really is. You get the real sound of the drum rather than the noise you’re making,” he explained. “All grapes are good. There’s just a bunch of crap in there with ‘em. If you remove all the bad stuff, you’ve got what the grape was in the first place.” So far those grapes, he added, are “not too shabby.” With six top-notch retail wines on the shelves in this, his second year as a winemaker, he uses his brother Phil’s psychedelic, three-dimensional cover art to market his winery, Vibrant Vines, as a fun, yet accessible window into the wine world. “We used to slap it on CDs, now we slap it on booze; I mean bottles of wine,” he jokes in a characteristically, if a little well-calculated downto-earth style. “It’s all the same. It just keeps going.” In the very best showman’s tradition, so too does the music. Lewis has found a way to bring the music back into his life by hosting live music on Saturday in the winery’s garden. Every Saturday afternoon, he pours wine from his outdoor taps as friends from the music business take to a tent-covered stage on the grass. “I want to build a community with this product,” he said. “We want to make this like a social meeting place.” Vibrant Vines is hosting a pyjama party Oct. 15 to raise money for children in a Haitian orphanage. Pyjama Jam will help Lewis’s father-in-law, an orthopaedic surgeon who founded www.lovetakesroot.org, provide 68 pairs of pyjamas for the kids in its orphanage. Simply bring a pair of pyjamas to donate, all sizes are welcome, and come watch the local music community jam at the winery from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 15. Stay tuned for more information through the fall wine festival guide or drop by the winery for its regular Saturday afternoon music sessions to find out more. jsmith@kelownacapnews.com

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CALENDAR The Killabits Sept 4 @ Flashbacks. Dollah D & Street Kingz Sept 4 @Whisky Jack’s Pub, West Kelowna. Skeptics In The Pub Sept 4 @ Dakodas. Gabrielle Papillon, Kim Wempe Sept 22 @ Minstrel Library Voices Sept 20, Ra Ra Riot Sept 25 @ Habitat. Different bands most nights of the week @ Minstrel Cafe. Roxanne Potvin Sept. 20. minstrelcafe.com/events. We Are The City Sept 23 @ Luther Hall. Royal Wood Sept 26 @ Minstrel. Sun Wizard Sept 26 @ Habitat. Sentimental Gentlemen Oct. 1 @ Streaming Cafe. Colin Hay Oct 17 @ Minstrel. Firewind, Arsis, White Wizzard, Nightrage Oct 22 @ Sapphire.

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COMMUNITY THEATRE

Backyardigans: Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens 3:30 & 6:30 shows Sept 14. Ticketmaster.ca CMT Hitlist Tour featuring Dean Brody, Aaron Lines and Deric Ruttan Sept 22. www. cmt.ca/cmthitlisttour. Fashionable Autumn presented by CATO Events and Promotions Management class Sept 24. Tickets $25 from selectyourtickets.com or 250-762-5050. ABBAmania Sept 28. Irish Rovers Sept 29 Evening with the Rat Pack Oct 1. Candesca: Light In Earthen Vessels 8 pm Oct 8. Artisan sale & refreshments at 7 pm. selectyourtickets.com Johnny Winter & Band Oct 9. Pavlo Mediterranean music Oct 18.

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Kelowna Women’s Shelter and Critter Aid benefit from an art auction 1 pm Sept 3 @ House of Rose Winery, 2270 Garner Rd.

AUDITIONS

Theatre Kelowna Christmas musical Honk. Sing a song from a musical, be prepared to read from the script. Rehears-

als and show through Oct/ Nov. Book an appointment for 7-10 pm Sept 9 or noon to 3:30 pm Sept 10 at 250-861-1403. Royal Winnipeg Ballet auditions Oct 6 @ Canadian School of Ballet, 2303 Leckie Rd. www.rwb.org/school/pd/ audition. National Ballet School auditions Nov 6 for students in Grades 6-12 and full-time postsecondary dance training. www.nbs-enb.ca

APPLICATIONS

International Songwriting Competition judged by Tom Waits,

Tori Amos, Ozzy Osbourne, My Morning Jacket, Jeff Beck, McCoy Tyner, Duran Duran, Kelly Clarkson and industry execs, now taking applications. www.songwritingcompetition.com Okanagan Arts Awards nomination deadline Jan 9. artsco.ca/ awards 250-861-4123.

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Robert Jenkins paintings 10 am-4 pm Sept 1-3.

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Kelowna’s Friends of the Library will hold their summer book sale Sept. 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1898 Barlee Road in Kelowna. The Westside Health Network is looking for volunteer drivers to help seniors get to medical appointments. If you can help, call Sandy at 250768-3305 for information. Hockey players aged 50+ are invited to join one of two programs at West Kelowna Jim Lind Arena on Monday’s, Wednesday’s and Fridays at 8 p.m. Players aged 70+ can join the program that runs Tuesday at 11 a.m. For more information, call Paul Bethel at 250-768-4929.

CLUB MEETINGS Okanagan Accordion Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month beginning Sept. 7, 7 p.m., at Branch 17 Senior Centre, 1353 Richter. Play, dance or just listen. Call Lela at 250-712-9370 or Jay at 250-765-6585.

Duplicate Bridge Club for seniors at Senior Citizens Club 17, 1353 Richter St. in Kelowna, meets Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. beginning Sept. 1. Call 250-765-3278. Kelowna Bocce Club is inviting people to play bocce indoors for one month at no cost. The club plays Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 to 9 p.m., and Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, call Gianni at 250-7647029.

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NEWS ▼ ARMSTRONG

Interior Provincial Exhibition serves up bloomin’ good time Jessica Schwitek VERNON MORNINGSTAR

You could feel the excitement in Armstrong Tuesday as people gathered at the fair grounds to help put the final touches on the 112th IPE. “There’s a lot of work,” said Sheila Malashewsky, longtime volunteer with the IPE. “There’s so much to do beforehand.” It takes two days to get everything set up in the

arena, and Malashewsky guessed about 15 hours, which is on top of the time put in prior to setup. Malashewsky, along with dozens of other volunteers, guided exhibitors inside Hassen Arena, helping fill table after table with baked goods, artwork, crafts and displays. Many of the volunteers were already wearing their fascinators, a new theme at this year’s IPE, which starts today.

Forest fire ignites near Falkland Roger Knox VERNON MORNINGSTAR

Firefighters were rolling into an area west of Falkland Thursday to battle a forest fire. The first call on the blaze came in just before 3 p.m., and fire centre fire information officer Kayla Pepper said that by 3:30 p.m., the fire had grown to 15 hectares in size. “The fire is about eight kilometres west of Falkland, near the Falkland Dump,” said Pepper Thursday afternoon. Six initial attack firefighters were dispatched to the scene, and they were being joined by 12 sustained action crew firefighters. Heavy equipment such as bulldozers and water tankers were also en route, as were air tankers.

“There are some timber values in the area but our bird dog confirmed that no structures are threatened at this time,” said Pepper Thursday afternoon. A cause of the fire had not been determined as of The Morning Star’s press deadline. It was the second fire of the week in the Kamloops zone, following a big blaze Wednesday one kilometre east of the Kamloops city limits. “It’s been a later start for the fire season, but even though it’s cooler, it’s dry enough for wildfire starts,” cautioned Pepper. As of Thursday, the fire danger rating throughout the Kamloops region, which encompasses the North Okanagan, was high.

Battle brewing over brews Out of seven rural fire departments in the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, at least one has already faced dissension over a no-alcohol policy. RDOS director Tom Chapman said five volunteer firefighters from the Naramata fire hall have taken temporary leave to show their distaste for a policy implemented a month ago that forbids alcohol consumption at the hall. “Which has, of course, somewhat blown up in our face because they are saying why are we being singled out,” said Chapman.

“There is a group of five individuals that have left based on that fact. They are all responsible individuals, they just don’t want to see Naramata singled out. They want a regionwide policy and I completely support them on that, as well as that they want to know they haven’t been singled out as having been a problem. They are a great group of people.” On Thursday, the RDOS board voted against adopting a policy prohibiting alcohol storage and consumption on RDOS property except under special permit. Penticton Western

“There was a fascinator meeting, but I couldn’t go, so they made this one for me,” said Malashewsky, holding a swaying Elvis figurine attached to a headpiece. “He fell off so we’re gluing him back on.” Malashewsky, a diehard Elvis fan, has entered her Elvis collection into the exhibition this year for the first time. “It’s the only one in the division,” she said with a smile. “So I’m pretty sure

I won.” Outside the arena West Coast Amusements was busy setting up games, rides and tents. A little mishap involving a truck colliding with a game tent kept several workers busy for a while, but it didn’t seem to put a damper on the mood at all. “I love the IPE,” said Wayne Armstrong with West Coast Amusements. Armstrong has been part of the crew at the IPE for

22 years now. “I come every year, this is one of my favourite fairs.” Come for a bloomin’ good time is the theme this year, and Malashewsky thinks it is one of the best they’ve had. “I love the theme. I’ve heard from a lot of people that they’re really excited about it,” she said. “And the fascinators are cool. I’ve gotten a lot of comments on my Elvis.”

Be sure to bring a fascinator from home to help the IPE record a Guiness World Record. There will also be a fascinator booth on site where people can make their own. Police presence, as always, will be increased due to the number of people coming to the area. “Our officers are all set to go. We will have extra officers on duty because of the influx of people coming to the IPE, people coming from all over for

the fair,” said VernonNorth Okanagan RCMP spokesperson Gord Molendyk. “We want everyone to have a real great time at the fair.” The IPE officially kicks off tonight at 4:30 p.m. when Lieutenant Governor of B.C. Steven L. Point opens the fair. Gates are open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., today until Sunday. Check out www.armstrongipe.com for more information.

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SPORTS ▼ MOUNTAIN BIKING

Guthrie to challenge world’s best Kevin Parnell STAFF REPORTER

Evan Guthrie is hoping his best race as a professional mountain biker leads to even bigger things as he gets set to take on the best riders in the world. Guthrie is in Champery, Switzerland to take part in the 2011 World Mountain Bike Championships, competing for Team Canada in the Under-23 division in the cross country event. This weekend’s event will mark the close of an up and down season for Guthrie, who at 20, will be one of the event’s younger riders. “I’m just trying to go in with no pressure and hoping for a top 30 placing, and if it’s muddy maybe top 20,” said Guthrie. “You never know what can happen. It can be the day of your life or other stuff can happen. You just have to go in with an open mind.” A lot of stuff has happened to Guthrie in the past couple of years. After riding to the top of the sport as a junior, Guthrie lost most of a year of training and competing in 2010 after suffering a long bout of mononucleosis. This year he is back healthy but has had varying results. After finishing in the pack at World Cup races in Quebec and in New York, Guthrie was fourth in the Under-23 at the Canadian National Championships in Canmore. He then followed that up with what he called the biggest win of his career, placing first in the pro men’s division at the final Canada Cup race in Edmonton. “Everything fell together; it was one of

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LOCAL MOUNTAIN biker Evan Guthrie is competing at the World Mountain Bike Championships this weekend in Switzerland. those days,” he said of the Edmonton Canada Cup.

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“I was pretty excited.” Following the Can-

ada Cup Guthrie returned to the Okanagan to begin preparations for the World Championships. The Switzerland event will close out his mountain bike season, one that Guthrie says was pretty good, after losing much of last season to illness. “I’m definitely satisfied,” he said. “At this point I’m not absolutely thrilled. It’s tough because you have big expectations. But getting over last year I’m excited to be back riding. I lost a years worth of training and fitness but I’m hoping to start a nice curve over the next couple years and keep climbing to the next level.”

Following the World Championships Guthrie will return home and jump to another riding sport as he takes up the sport of cyclo cross where he has also found success. Despite varying results Guthrie continues to enjoy his sport and is taking it all in as he continues to travel and ride and meet new people. “It’s been awesome,” he said. “There has been more travel than I ever thought I would do as a young person. You never want to take it for granted because you never know when it can end.” kparnell@kelownacapnews.com

Christensen on offense Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER

A familiar face is back on the sidelines with the Okanagan Sun. Former head coach and ex-player Jay Christensen has taken over as the B.C. Football Conference club’s offensive coordinator, replacing Tony Lindsay who was relieved of his duties earlier this week. Christensen, 47, starred for the Sun as a receiver in the early 1980s. He joined the coaching staff as the offensive coordinator in 1999, before moving into the head coach’s job in 2002. He spent seven seasons at the helm, before stepping down in 2008. Christensen admitted to being a little hesitant when he was first contacted about the job, but the more he thought about it, the more attractive the scenario became. “When it first happened, I didn’t think for a minute I would get the phone call,” said Christensen, who led the Sun to the Canadian junior final in 2004. “I’d stayed away from the game the last few years to look after family needs because those come first. “But when the calls came, the football juices started to flow again. There are some outstanding athletes on the offensive side of the ball with the Sun, and I’m excited to work with Jason (Casey), the coaching staff and the players. “I feel for Tony,” he added. “I was in the same boat at one time. Coaching changes are made and that’s the reality of the business.” Head coach Jason Casey opted to make the change following the

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Jay Christensen club’s 33-20 loss last Saturday to the Vancouver Island Raiders. The Sun offense has sputtered at times this season, generating just a field goal in the second half in Nanaimo, and managing just 15 points in a narrow win over Langley in week 3. Casey is looking to Christensen’s football acumen and experience to inject new life into the offense. “Jay has tons of experience in the CFL and in junior, and there’s a certain camaraderie there, we worked quite well together before,” Casey said. “He knows the game inside out, he’s a guy who can step in mid-season, someone who can work with the existing players and system, help us move forward and make this season successful. I’m excited to have Jay on board.” The decision to release Lindsay was a difficult one for Casey but one he felt needed to be made in order for the Sun to maximize their potential on offense—and eventually get over the hump to a B.C. Football Conference championship. A more diversified and potent offense is at the top of Casey’s wish-list. “You have to be able to run the football to be a contender,” he said. “The Raiders ran and passed on

us, and we didn’t respond. “I’m looking for an offense that’s going to use our big O-line, use our running backs and our receivers, all to the best of their abilities. We haven’t seen yet what this offense is capable of.” Casey regrets having to part ways with Lindsay, but believes he has the team’s best interest at heart. Lindsay, a former Sun player, spent 12 1/2 seasons on the coaching staff. “It was gut-wrenching to contemplate a split, I’m friends with Tony,” said Casey. “It’s not going to please everyone, but you do what you think will benefit the football team. I joked that it would have been a lot easier if we didn’t get along, but we do, so it was tough.” For Christensen, the former head coach said he and Casey haven’t discussed any plans beyond the end of the 2011 season. Right now Christensen’s focus is becoming a quick study and getting the Sun offense firing as soon as possible. “I’m going to be a little blind coming in, I only know about four or five of those kids, so there is going to be a bit of a learning curve there,” he said. “But having said that I have a history with the staff here, I’m going to get help from them, and I’ve been around football for a long time, so hopefully I can step right in. “The excitement is back,” he added, “and this time I don’t have to worry about all the decisions a head coach has to make.” Christensen will take over the offense early next week at practise. The Sun returns to action Saturday, Sept. 11 at home to the Chilliwack Huskers.

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Even draw in Ensign Cup’s 29-year history Kevin Parnell STAFF REPORTER

After 29 years the Ensign Cup rugby match is all square between the under 30 and over 30 members of the Kelowna Crows. And it continues to honour injured Crows rplayer Rusty Ensign and raise money for the local frugby community. t

The under 30 crew won its third straight Ensign Cup last weekend, running over the over30s with a 31-5 win in the game played at City Park. The overall results now sit at 13 wins apiece and three draws over the 29year history of the game. But more than the final score, the friendly game continues to be a tribute to Ensign, who was injured

in a Crows game in 1983, losing the use of his legs when he broke his neck during a tackle. Three weeks later the first Ensign Cup was held and the tradition continues to this day, making it one of the longest annual events in Kelowna. “It’s nostalgic,” said Ensign. “It’s gone into another generation of guys. It’s gotten to the point

Exhibition for junior teams

Kelowna’s three junior hockey teams head into tthis weekend of exhibition games as they continue to build rosters in advance of the regular season for the Kelowna Rockets, the Westside Warriors and the Kelowna Chiefs. Here’s a look at what is happening.

THE ROCKETS

The Rockets host the Vancouver Giants tonight (Friday) and the Victoria Royals on Saturday to kick off a six game exhibition schedule. The Rockets closed its main training camp Thursday after three spirited days of games and practices and head into the weekend with around 30 players still on its roster. A mix of newcomers and veterans will be in the lineup for the Rockets this weekend. “We’ve had some pracftices where we’ve gone over a few things with our players so we’re going to ttry and pay attention to the players that are applying fwhat we have taught,” said Rockets coach Ryan Huska. “We’re also watching work ethic. We want to make sure guys are competing and working hard.” Seven veterans will be leaving the Rockets camp and heading to NHL training camps in the next week so Kelowna’s young players will have a chance tto prove themselves throughout the exhibition schedule. Defenceman Tyson Barrie is already in Colorado while Mitchell Callahan will head to Detroit with both veterans expected to stick in pro hockey. Other players also going to camp include Shane McColgan (New York Rangers), Brett Bulmer and Colton Jobke (Minnesota), Adam Brown (Edmonton), Zach Franko (Detroit) and Jessey Astles (Pittsburgh). The Rockets open the regular season Sept. 24 on the road in Everett and play its home opener Oct.

1 against Vancouver.

Westside opens the BCHL campaign Sept. 23 on the road and plays its home opener on Sept. 30.

THE WARRIORS

The Westside Warriors open their exhibition schedule this weekend with a home game against the Merritt Centennials on Saturday night at Royal LePage Place. The Warriors training camp is continuing today (Friday) with players on the ice all day long before the team breaks camp and heads into a six game exhibition schedule. Over 40 recruits including 11 returning players began the Warriors training camp.

where almost nobody my age is young enough to play. To me it’s an honour that they still carry the game on and value it. We raise money and it always goes to a good cause.” This year $975 was raised and it will go to the Kelowna Crows Under 19 and Under 17 rugby sides to help them offset travel costs. While Ensign has seen the generations change over the years there are still some players around from his era. At 50-years-old George Curran played in his 28th Ensign Cup and was a former teammate of Ensigns. Will Loud-

THE CHIEFS

The Kelowna Chiefs open their second season in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League with an exhibition game tonight (Friday) at Rutland Arena. The Chiefs closed its training camp with an intra-squad game on Wednesday and will host the North Okanagan Knights tonight before opening their regular season on Sept. 17.

oun, 49, was also a former competitor in Ensign’s day and used to play for Burnaby. Last weekend’s game also saw it return to City Park where fans were able to watch and enjoy it. Between 200 and 300 fans checked out the match over its duration. Next year the Ensign Cup may see some changes. After the Canadian championship rugby game in August drew 800 fans to the Apple Bowl, Ensign says he hopes the Canadian program will return to Kelowna next year. If it does he thinks the Ensign Cup would be a per-

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THE KELOWNA CROWS honour former player Rusty Ensign with the 29th Annual Ensign Cup. fect lead in match to a possible Canadian championship game. If not it could also return to its traditional time of the year and be held in June. Wherever and whenever it’s held, you know

Rusty Ensign will be there and you know the Kelowna Crows will be back to honour their former teammate. “The game has definitely got longevity,” said Ensign. “It’s a good time and for a good cause.”

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Kelowna Bocce Club took part in the bocce event that was held in Trail. After playing and winning all 17 games in the round robin portion of the event the playoff round saw the competition rise another notch. When the dust had settled the Kelowna players had won two gold and two silver medals. Gianni Leonardi claimed the gold medal in the men’s single event while Barbara Dieno won gold in the ladies singles. Leonardi then teamed with Bruno Rossi and the pair won a silver medal in the men’s pairs event while Dieno and Celeste

Bazzana won a silver medal in the mixed pairs. ••• It was a dominating performance by the Ogopogo Ladies 55-plus slopitch team at the B.C. Senior Games. Consisting of ladies from Kelowna, West Kelowna and Vernon, the Ogopogo ladies won the gold medal in ladies slopitch. The Ogopogos outscored its opposition 7638 in its eight games, completing the event with a 6-1-1 record. Marg Metzger pitched all eight games for the team and walked just one batter while the offense

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Prevent pain by getting right backpack The new school year starts next week and so too will the need for your kids to cart their school supplies to and from school. For most kids that means the use of a backpack. Although backpacks can be great for hauling supplies they also can be a potential injury source for you kids if not fit and used properly. A study several years ago investigated the link between back pain and backpack use in school children. Of 1,122 backpack users, 74.4 per cent were classified as having back pain, validated by poorer general health, more limited physical functioning, and

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picking a backpack for you child is to choose one that fits the size of the child rather than one that packs the most stuff. A full backpack should never weigh more than 15 per cent of the carrier’s weight. For example a child that weighs 100 pounds should not carry more than 15 pounds in their backpack. The bigger your backpack, the more likely you are to fill it up with more things, so by choosing a backpack in proportion to your child’s size you limit the ability to overload it. The shoulder straps should not dig into the front of the shoulders and the bottom of the pack should rest on the contour of the low back in a centered position. Backpacks should also be made of lightweight material such as canvas and have lots of storage compartments. The compartments help with the ability to balance contents evenly throughout the pack. Better packs also tend to have a padded back to

reduce pressure and add comfort and contoured shoulder and chest straps. Waist belts can distribute some of the load to the pelvis and keep the pack centered on the back. Lastly, packs with reflective material can help make your child more visible to drivers during the early morning and night. Once you and your child have chosen a backpack, proper use is important. The following tips should be followed to help prevent injury: 1. Keep the weight manageable. Remember not to exceed 15 per cent of their bodyweight. 2. Use both shoulder straps to help distribute the weight of the pack evenly and to promote a good posture. 3. Center the backpack between the shoulder blades and adjust straps so that the backpack fits the child’s body snugly. 4. Pack the heaviest objects into the backpack first so they are carried lower and closest to the body.

5. Pack sharp or bulky objects in the backpack so they do not contact the back. 6. Maintain good posture at all times. Your child should stand tall with his or her head and neck aligned with their shoulders. Remind them to keep their shoulders pulled gently back and down. An exercise to help remember this is to gently squeeze your shoulder blades together and then rotate your palms to face outward. Hold this position for 30 seconds and repeat fives times. You and your child can do this exercise daily to help build a good postural habit. If your child does report pain, take them seriously and make modifications as necessary or consult your health care professional for advice. Jay Stone is physiotherapist and partner at Sun City Physiotherapy 250-762-6313 jstone@ suncityphysiotherapy.com

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SPORTS ▼ MAJOR MIDGET

Players busy with training camps Kevin Parnell STAFF REPORTER

With junior training camps underway across the Okanagan Valley, the Okanagan Rockets major midget team may be one of the only local hockey teams not doing much this time of the year. The Rockets are preparing to begin its B.C. Major Midget League (BCMML) pre-season Sept. 8. What’s not known is just who will be back in Okanagan Rockets colours this year as many players are taking part in major junior or junior A or B training camps. “It’s tough for us at this stage because you don’t know who you are going to see come back,” said Okanagan Rockets manager David Michaud. “You try to build a depth chart and you feel good about things but a lot of these guys could go off and impress at the next level and they won’t be back.” The major midget Rockets completed its training camp in early August, putting about 100 players through on ice and off ice workouts.

Following that camp the team kept close to 40 players on its roster and began the waiting game as players left for various junior hockey camps. Michaud says it was an excellent camp with a high talent level. “The players did an incredible job of making life tough on us as evaluators,” said Michaud. “The returning players that we had last year came ready to play and that was something that we challenged those guys with over the summer. Our message was clear: We were a team that missed the playoffs and no one’s job was safe.” Along with new head coach James Eccles, Michaud and the rest of the Okanagan Rockets are hoping last year’s failed season was an abberation as the club looks to return to the post season this year in the 11 team regional league. Without knowing exactly what the roster will look like, Michaud says the talent level they should have back will give the team a chance to compete with the top teams in the league.

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Toshido shows force in Vernon It was a perfect weekend for Team Toshido last weekend in Vernon as the first Battlefield Fight league made its debut in the Okanagan with BFL 10. Team Toshido MMA went 3-0 at the weekend event, featuring Team Toshido’s up-andcomers the first professional MMA event held in the Okanagan by the BFL, who have run shows throughout the lower mainland and Vancouver Island. Team Toshido member Cory Tosoff extended his professional MMA record to 2-0 after a hard fought split decision win over Nathan Swayze of Comox. It was a back and forth battle, but Tosoff’s constant forward pressure was enough to give him the decision nod from the

judges. Team Toshido Member Mike Hill extended his professional record to 3-0, winning his bout with Nolan Clark of Kamloops. After a feeling out period, Hill landed a devastating right hand that rocked Clark. After some jockeying for position on the ground, Hill released a barrage of ground and pound strikes forcing the referee to stop the fight at 4:51 of the first round by TKO. Team Toshido newcomer Matt Dwyer made a statement in his pro MMA debut. At just 41 seconds of the first round, Dwyer landed a flying knee which crumpled his opponent Levi Alford of Washington, USA, to the mat, scoring the fastest KO of the night.

“We feel really good about the team that came out this year,” he said. “The players that came out will give us a legitimate chance to compete. The next step for the Okanagan Rockets comes Sept. 8 to 10 when the BCMML exhibition season begins. The Rockets will host some exhibition games with the Okanagan Hockey Academy, the Kelowna Tier 1 Rockets as well as a midget team from Wenatchee. The BCMML season begins Sept 17 and 18 when the Rockets play a a home and home series with the Thompson Blazers out of Kamloops. kparnell @kelownacapnews.com

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The public is invited to express their views to the Commission.

The Glenmore Landfill will be open regular hours, 7:30am to 4:45pm, and the Parkinson Recreation Centre will be open 10am to 3pm.

The Commission will hold a public meeting on: Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 6 PM City Hall, 1435 Water Street Council Chambers

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OCP11-0012/Z11-0027 / DP11-0066 To amend the OCP future land use designation from Single/Two Unit-Residential to Multiple Unit Residential – Low Density and to rezone from the RU6 – Two Dwelling Housing zone to the RM1 – Four Dwelling Housing zone to legalize an existing four-plex; to consider the form and character of the development permit. Applicant/Owner: IHS Designs Ltd (C. Vickery)

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OCP11-0011 / TA11-0010 / Z11-0069 To amend the OCP land use from Resource Protection Area to Resource Protection Area & Major Parks and Open Space & Single / Two Unit Residential – Hillside & Multiple Unit Residential (Low Density); a Text Amendment to create two new hillside development zones, including RHM3 – Hillside Cluster Multiple Housing & RHM4 – Hillside Cluster Low Density Housing; to rezone a portion from A1 – Agriculture 1 to Parks and Open Space & RHM3 & RHM4.Applicant: Norr Architects (B. Tupper) Owner: Marshall Business Centre

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DVP10-0020 To vary the height of an existing retaining wall between the two properties from 1.2m allowance to 2.5m proposed. Applicant/Owner: M & K Haidar; D & M Niewinski The Advisory Planning Commission is a forum for citizen input in the planning process. The Commission is made up of nine citizens who make recommendations to Council on community and neighbourhood plans, rezoning applications and development permits. INFO: 250 469 8626

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SPLENDID VIEWS of a 16th-century castle and the broad esplanade that hugs the shoreline of Rapallo, on the northwest coast of Italy, is afforded from a hotel balcony.

Rapallo: Italy’s Riviera provides is welcoming respite Peter Magnani CONTRIBUTOR

RAPALLO, Italy—Every spring, as the rainy season wanes, tourists pour in to the Italian Riviera, like a succession of rvogue waves breaking over a sea wall. They come for the magnificent landscapes, breathtaking vistas and impossibly blue Mediterranean. They come to see the postcard-pretty town of Portofino and the fabled Cinque Terre, where footpaths cling to the steep cliffs, seeming to be the only way in and out of the five achingly picturesque villages that perch on the hilltops and tumble like cubist landslides down to the sea. And the ones who have been to the Riviera before—especially the Italian tourists—come to Rapallo, a less glamorous, unpretentious seaside resort where it’s easy to relax and unwind, away from the bustle of the more popular places. Like many coastal towns scattered around the Mediterranean, Rapallo has been a tourist resort for centuries, although its glory days are over and its sheen has faded to a palette of soft pinks, oranges and yellows that dance gracefully along the Mediterranean.

The town hugs the Gulf of Tigullio in a casual sweep of low-rise hotels, some past their prime, with palm trees soaring over rooftops and calling to the umbrella pines that rise from thickly wooded hills behind the town. For a spectacular view, you can take a nine-minute funicular ride to the beautiful Sanctuary of Our Lady of Montallegro, sitting almost 2,000 feet up in the hills. Or you can take a cue from American poet Ezra Pound, whose publisher sniffed, “EP disapproves of the funicular. He prefers to go there on foot.” Pound found Rapallo such an attractive respite from his tumultuous career that he moved to the area in 1924, eventually settling in the village of St. Ambrogio, where he lived with his mistress, Olga Rudge, and wrote most of his masterpiece, “The Cantos.” (Pound’s idyll ended when he was arrested for treason by U.S. troops after World War II and eventually committed to a Washington, D.C., psychiatric hospital for 12 years.) Then, as now, Rapallo’s “main street” is the broad esplanade between the hotels and shoreline. Where smart carriages once rolled alongside well-dressed couples out for a stroll, today’s visitors find themselves part of a more contem-

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sturdy-looking castle built in the 16th century to guard the town from pirate attacks. At night, orange floodlights illuminated the castle against the black sky, trapping it, as if in amber, in a vague past that hints at romance, mystery and maybe a bit of danger. The ghost of Lord Byron might be sipping an absinthe on the next balcony, enshrining this very tableaux in a poem. Our first night in Rapallo, we stumbled onto a delightful pizzeria. We spent about an hour carefully sizing up restaurants along the esplanade. They all seemed similar, so we chose the one with the biggest crowd, and it proved to be a wise choice. Although well past 10 p.m., the place was hopping with patrons ranging from toddlers to great-grandparents. We marveled to hear nothing but Italian being spoken in what was clearly a tourist destination. We were escorted to a back bar area and given glasses of wine to tide us over while we waited for a table. The floor show was lively as waiters balanced huge trays of food and danced around children who were clearly vying for conSee Rapallo A29

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TRAVEL See Rapallo A28 trol of the room. Just as we drained our glasses, a table opened up by the huge picture windows, and we were treated to a simple and delicious meal of pizza and grilled vegetables, capped by affogato. Usually, this ice cream is laced with a shot of espresso, but here they used whiskey to create a sublime treat. On our last night in Rapallo, we were tempted to repeat that auspicious opening dinner. But we had developed a fondness for our hotel and decided to try its more formal, though still reasonably priced, menu instead. We were one of three couples sharing the spacious dining room that night. One long wall displayed photographs depicting famous people who had dined there during the hotel’s long-gone heyday. Most were movie stars from Hollywood’s Golden Age. But there was also a picture of EP himself, in all his bearded glory, enjoying a bowl of pasta. Between courses, the proprietress of the restaurant came over to greet us. The daughter of the hotel’s builder, she had lived

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Gwen Steele dren. They stopped to ask me about the plants and what I was doing. One boy asked for seeds of something he really liked to take to his teacher to plant in a garden at school. A young girl was very concerned someone might steal squash from the plants I was using to suppress weeds. In October, I was delighted to show her my big harvest of winter squash. Parents and other neighbours began stopping to chat as I worked in my gardens. It’s like the

old front porch visiting and I love it. This opportunity would not have happened if I had kept the traditional front yard of lawn and just spent one hour a week in it behind a noisy anti-social lawn mower. Many gardening tips have been swapped in my front garden. One neighbour suggested tanglefoot to keep ants from putting aphids in my apricot tree. From a very deep hole in her garden, another neighbour showed me how incredibly invasive trumpet vine can be. Gardeners across the street from me have copied my raised vegetable boxes and added oak barrels of squash that are spreading over some of the remaining lawn. This may be enough to kill it off and make way for more vegetables next year. Seeing what I have

done, many have begun removing parts of their front lawn to put in various combinations of shrubs, ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses and vegetables. More people are growing food and excess produce is being shared along with growing tips. Deliveries of mulch and topsoil are being shared. Tools, plants and seeds are being shared. Neighbours are caring for each other’s gardens when someone is away. Walking in the neighbourhood is even more enjoyable with all the new gardens to look at and gardeners out front to chat with. All of this is wonderful evidence of building community one front yard at a time. If you are interested in taking out some of your lawn, you might find my two night ‘Introduction to Xeriscape’ garden-

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OVER A PERIOD of three years these homeowners have replaced about half their front lawn with shrubs, perennials, annuals and vegetables. ing classes helpful. Classes begin Sept. 14 or Oct. 4 or 5. For more information check the OXA web-

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Chrysler 200 convertible: four-season fun in the sun Jim Robinson CARGUIDE MAGAZINE

Fun in the sun doesn’t meaning packing up and heading south to the Caribbean. It’s as simple as dropping the top on the 2011 Chrysler 200 convertible and going for a day trip. There are a few true four-seat convertibles out there but they tend to be in the premium luxury class. With ample room for four adults, a power top and a starting price under thirty grand ($29,995) the 200 is virtually in a class by itself. The 200 is the successor to the long-serving Sebring that was rethought inside and out in Chrysler’s post fiscal

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basically scrap its old interiors and start with a fresh sheet of paper after repeated complaints about shabby interiors. The interior of the 200 gets a version of the new family styling language you will find on most 2011 Chrysler and Dodge vehicles with soft touch trim and a dash that blends in with the shape of the windshield instead of jutting out and in your face. The new Chrysler brand steering wheel, for

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matic standard. The V6 is powerful for its displacement with 48 more hp compared to last year’s 3.5-litre V6. Fuel consumption ratings are: 2.4-litre fourspeed auto, 10.3/6.9L/100 km (27/41 mpg) city/ highway; 2.4-litre sixspeed, 11.5/6.8L/100 km (25/42 mpg) city/highway; 3.6-litre six-speed, 11.0/6.8L/100 km (26/42 mpg) city/highway. While it may look similar, the 200 has all new exterior panels. The

most noticeable feature is the new ‘liquid metal’ grille but there are also projector headlights and fog lights and LEDs are used liberally. Underneath almost every part of the suspension was changed and upgraded for better handling response. For instance, 22 of 28 bushings were redesigned along with a complete re-engineering of the suspension geometry. Speaking of geometry, I was surprised to learn the geometry of the springs in the seats, no less, was re-

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Chrysler 200 is a true four-seat convertible Chrysler from B3 instance, integrates the controls for radio, cruise, handsfree telephone and other functions so the hands never need to leave the wheel. There is an available infotainment system with 6.5-inch touch screen, voice command, Sirius satellite radio and a 30 Gb hard drive for music inputs. In terms of safety, there are front and side airbags, ABS with Brake Override and (except for the LX where it is an option) electronic stability control. This is a true four-seat convertible, not a twoseater with dinky seats in the back that are not much more than a package shelf. According to Chrysler the 200 Convertible has four inches more rear legroom and double the trunk cargo space of its competitors. But, if the front seats are all the way back, there is really no legroom to speak of. There is a choice between two automatically latching tops. The first is a cloth soft top, or on the Limited, a body-color folding metal hardtop as a $2,500 option. Both operate with a push of a button on the key fob or a switch

in the cabin. The 200 has a oneinch wider track and the tires are 10 mm wider. Couple that with it being 12 mm lower at the front and six mm lower at the back and you have a more aggressive look than the former Sebring Convertible. Some of my colleagues have panned the 200. I am not an apologist in any way for Chrysler but I honestly don’t why they are complaining. I really can’t tell you if the new and lowered suspension made for a better handling car than the Sebring because this car isn’t meant for slalom courses but rather long and lovely drives in the sun, which is exactly what my wife and I did. We took a couple of days and drove more than 500 km around the southern part of the province. With the metal hardtop, exterior noise was present but not intrusive. My test Limited had big 18-inch wheels that, along with the revised suspension made for a very relaxing ride. I liked the fat steering wheel with audio and cruise controls both of which were simple to operate. This is a big car and, with the added weight of the convertible top servos and hydraulics, I don’t

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THE OPTIONAL retractable metal hardtop is a very complicated three-piece unit that goes up or down in about 20 seconds.

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THE BACK SEAT LEGROOM of the 2011 Chrysler 200 convertible has been enlarged by four inches but is still at a premium with the front seat fully back. know if I’d want the fourcylinder. The 3.6-litre on the other hand is more than up to the task. I spent most of the drive on cruise and saw my fuel consumption average 8.2L/0100 km. The only grumble I can think of is trunk space which is halved when the top is stowed. You can, however, un-

fasten the divider between the top stowage area and the trunk beneath. The divider folds forward and snaps flush completely out of the way. With the top up cargo volume goes from a useable 13.1 cu ft to a meager 6.6 cu ft with the top fully retracted. We only had three bags so it wasn’t a problem. And because 95 per

cent of driving is not long distance, I don’t think it’s an issue. Chrysler bills the 200 as the most affordable allseason convertible car on the market. And at a starting price of $29,995, it is. However that gets you the fourcylinder with a four-speed auto without the optional electronic stability control or six-speed auto. It does come with air conditioning, power locks/ windows/heated outside mirrors and tire pressure monitoring. For the money, the best bet is probably the Touring but with a starting price of $36,495, it is a big jump from the base model.

But when you factor in the new V6, six-speed auto, heated seats, remote start, stability control, climate control and the soft top that also has a powered hard metal tonneau cover it’s actually reasonable. Just $2,000 away at $38,495 is the Limited and it’s loaded with leather seating and the new Media Centre 430 with 6.5-inch touch screen and a lot of little goodies like universal garage door opener, auto dimming rearview mirror and Chrysler new Uconnect system with integrated Bluetooth. With options such as the metal roof and the $950 Boston Acoustics speaker system the as-

tested price was $43,685 including a $1,400 shipping fee. About the only thing that comes close in cost to the Limited with metal roof at $38,495 is the Mazda MX-5 Miata GT at $39,995 but the latter is strictly a two-seater and about half the size of the 200. As far as I am concerned, the 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible is a marvelous way to get around town or for just a leisurely drive with your family and friends.

CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE LIMITED 2011

Body Style: Mid-size convertible. Drive Method: frontengine, front-wheel-drive. Engine: 2.4-litre, DOHC inline four-cylinder (173 hp, 166 lb/ft); 3.6-litre DOHC V6 (283 hp, 260 lb/ft). Fuel Economy: 2.4-litre, four-speed automatic, 10.3/6.9L/100 km (27/41 mpg) city/highway; 2.4-litre six-speed automatic, 11.5/6.8L/100 km (25/42 mpg) city/highway; 3.6-litre six-speed auto, 11.0/6.8L/100 km (26/42 mpg) city/highway. Price: LX, $29,995; Touring, $36,495; Limited, $38,495. Web: chrylser.ca

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Anniversaries CLASSIFIED DEADLINE CHANGE Due to the Labour Day weekend the deadline for classified ads in the Sept. 6 edition of The Capital News will be on

Friday, Sept. 2 at 11:00

Coming Events KELOWNA Community Development Society - Annual General Meeting - September 12, 2011 5PM - 839D Sutherland Ave. For futher information call 250-7636966

Information MARIJUANA MEDICAL Tickets, British Columbia Registered, Responsible Couple with patient and designated grower licence, all paper work in hand ready to post. Looking for longevity on farm property or acreage with shop, growing caretaking security etc. Over 40 yrs combined growing and gardening exp. No Clowns, Please Leave Ego’s at the Door! Serious Enquiries Only! Sincerely Anonymous, 778-821-9125

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Lost & Found LOST: Ladies Timex Iron Man watch, blue & silver, Gyro beach by the inflatable rental booth. 250-979-0313 LOST: Men’s ring, around Aug 24, gold & white gold, 3 diamonds. Please call with any info, 250-861-1095 LOST Mexican Blanket, very colorful, at Marina Park in Westbank on Thurs. Aug. 4th. Has sentimental value. Also had 2 towels with it. If found, please call 250-317-2951

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Childcare Available AT TIGGER & ME Too Daycare: Spots available for 21/2 5year olds. Pre School: 3-5 year olds. Rutland. Call 250765-4900 HUNNY’S HOUSE Licensed Daycare, 12 full time spaces available, $650/mo 3-5yr olds. Bonuses available www.hunnyshouse.com email:hunnyshouse@hotmail.ca 250-807-2277

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SKY SIGAL (RJ SKY SIGAL) NEE RHODA SKY June 29, 1932 - August 30, 2011 On August 30, 2011, Sky Sigal passed away peacefully in Kelowna Hospice at the age of 79 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Sky was predeceased by her parents Frances and Norman Sky of Toronto, Ontario and her former husband, Saul Sigal of Oyama, BC. Sky is survived by her sister Shirlee (Doug) Hoffman of Chicago, Illinois, her brother Milton Sky of Phoenix, Arizona, sisters–in-law Miriam (Percy) Urback, Sylvia (late David) Miller, Anita Sky, and many nieces and nephews residing across Canada and in the US. Sky will be deeply missed by her sons and daughters-in-law, Mark (Assunta) Rosal, Les (Jackie Lowrie) Sigal, Dan (Felena) Sigal, and by her grandchildren Justin, Sam, Joel, Giovanna, Jacob, Shameera and Saul. Born and raised in Toronto, Sky graduated from Forest Hill Collegiate Institute in 1951, and married Saul Sigal in 1953. She graduated from the University of Toronto with a General BA in 1955, and then went on to the Ontario College of Education and completed a Teaching degree. In the early 80’s she completed a Masters of Education at Ontario Institute in Studies and Education. She taught at Forest Hill Junior High, York University and the Institute of Child Studies. Sky connected with nature through her involvements in many organizations including The Bruce Trail Conservancy, Outward Bound, BC Wildlife Federation, Young Naturalist’s of BC, the Lake Country – Walk Around Lake Country initiative, Lake Country Environment Society, as well as, enjoying biking, hiking/walking, birding, canoeing, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Sky was a gifted photographer with a unique vision. Through her photographs she exquisitely captured nature’s beauty, as well as, documented the lives of her family and friends. Sky’s photo cards were cherished by all who had the privilege of receiving them. During her life Sky travelled to Japan, India, Nepal, China, Singapore, Israel, and Russia and throughout Canada and the USA. In 1992 Sky moved to Okanagan Centre (Lake Country) to be near her family and enjoy her grandchildren. Sky embraced her new life and community in the Okanagan Valley becoming involved with Book Clubs, Synergy, working with the staff at Holiday Park Resort, championing the cause of Non-Violent Communication, Restorative Justice, and various other organizations. Sky particularly enjoyed attending live performances at Kelowna Actors Studio and at Creekside Theatre in Lake Country. Sky was a gentle soul, who was accepting of everyone she encountered. She loved unconditionally, and was a powerful source of encouragement to all her friends and family. Sky touched the lives of all she met. She was a devoted grandmother, who cherished the time spent with her seven grandchildren. Sky was a lifelong learner. Her range of interests was vast and her knowledge encyclopedic. From spirituality, to health, personal growth, and the environment, Sky was a student of and fascinated by it all. In the last days of her life, Sky shared some of her thoughts. She said, “She found it easy to accept the finality of death as the natural outcome of living. She wanted those who she had encountered in life’s journey to remember her as they experienced her and she never intentionally pursued impacting others’ lives. She just lived life in her own way.” The family wishes to thank Dr. Martin for attending Sky/Mom/Baba at the Central Okanagan Hospice House. As well, the family wishes to thank the nurses, care aides, and volunteers for their care, love and attention during mom’s time of need. A celebration of her life will be held on Sunday, September 4th from 2 pm to 6 pm at Dan and Felena Sigal’s home, 11205 Maddock Avenue, Okanagan Centre (Lake Country). In lieu of flowers donation can be made to Central Okanagan Hospice House, 2035 Ethel Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 2Z6. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077.

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COUTNEY, SALEEM WADIA (SAM)

1951 – 2011 Passed away Sunday, August 28, 2011. Born in Lala, Lebanon. Arrived in Frog Lake, AB in 1955. Loving husband, father and grandfather (Jiddo). Survived by his wife of 37 years Louise, daughter Celynn (Jamie), grandson Taysir of Mission, BC, son Kamel (Jessica) of Prince George and expected granddaughter, two brothers and three sisters. He will be greatly missed. Joined the RCMP in Edmonton, AB in 1975. Served in Kelowna and Vancouver, retiring in 2003. A service will be held this Friday, September 2nd, 2011at 10:30 am at the Coast Capri Hotel, 1171 Harvey Ave., Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers donations to BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, 4480 Oak Street, Room B321, Vancouver, BC V6H 3V4 or Ronald McDonald House, 4116 Angus Drive, Vancouver, BC V6J 4H9. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

ROPER, WALTER GEORGE

Passed away on August 30, 2011 at the age of 77. Survived by his loving wife Lenore, son Glenn (Charlene) Roper, daughter Donna Lynn (Dale) Prior and son Sam Roper, grandchildren: Darren, Christine, Aaron (Suzanne) Dustin, Dawn and Christian. Walter is also survived by his special family George and Becky Thorn, sons Brendan and Nolan. The family would like to invite friends to join in a Memorial Service that will be held at the United Church of Westbank, 3672 Brown Road, Westbank on Saturday, September 3, 2011 at 11:00 am. A Celebration of Walter’s Life to follow at the Bay Vista Common Room, 2100 Boucherie Road, Westbank, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Walter’s name to the Central Okanagan Hospice House, 2035 Ethel Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2Z6. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

In Memoriam

In Memoriam

LORNA PHILLIPS SEPT. 4, 2008 “Gone are the times we used to share, but in our hearts you are always there. The gates of memories will never close, We miss you more than anyone knows. Life goes on, we know that’s true, but its not the same since we lost you.” Lovingly remembered by Husband, Neil, Daughters, Lynn, Wendy and Familys.

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PERGER, MARIA Passed away peacefully in Kelowna on Saturday Aug 27, 2011. Maria is survived by her loving husband Karl of 57 years, sons, Karl (Yasuko) and David (Karen), grandchildren Brandon, Shannon, Christopher and Andrew and many other family and friends. She was predeceased by her son Robert. Maria was always putting other peoples needs before her self and was loved by everyone that met her. A family gathering will take place at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the BC Childrens Hospital. 4480 Oak Street, B321 Vancouver, BC V6H 3V4. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com 250-860-6440

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SMITH, EDITH MAY (NEE LIGHT) Edith passed away on August 25, 2011 at Fernbrae Manor at the age of 98. Edith was predeceased by her husband Bill in 1973. She is lovingly remembered by daughters Rita (Bill) Arp, Marlene (Cor) Langedyk, 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. Cremation, no service by request. Arrangements entrusted to Valleyview Funeral Home, Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial.

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Employment Business Opportunities ‘BUSINESS LOANS’ Can’t get the attention of your banker? For a new start up or expansion loans, contact Community Futures Developement Corp. Dave Scott, Loan Manager, 250-868-2132 ext 227 EARN EXTRA INCOME. Learn to operate a Mini Office Outlet from your home. Free online training, flexible hours, great income. No selling required, www.123bossfree.com GREAT Deal! Small restaurant for sale. Phone after 8pm. 250-768-7983

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EI CLAIM denied? Need help? 18yrs exp as EI officer. Will prepare & present appeals. Reasonable rates. Bernie Hughes Toll Free 1-877-5811122. Hard working reliable people for insulation trade. Must have own vehicle & cell phone. Fax resume to: 250-491-7867 HUGHSON TRUCKING INC. is looking for Class 1 Super-B flatdeck drivers. Safety and Performance Bonuses, benefits package, drug & alcohol policy. 2 years experience preferred. We will provide transportation to Southern Alberta. Call 1 800 647 7995 ext 228 or fax resume to 403 647 2763

KITCHEN Helper needed, Mon-Fri. Drop of resumes at 104-1726 Dolphin Ave or Email cafetaj@gmail.com

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Help Wanted UNEMPLOYED? $2500+/MO. If you are unemployed through no fault of your own, our company may be interested in interviewing you. We have several positions available for able bodied workers with good work habits. Experience not necessary. Training provided. No Car required. Above average pay.

Help Wanted

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MACKIE LAKE HOUSE FOUNDATION requires a

GENERAL MANAGER Qualifications should include: - background in the Arts and Culture community - excellent planning and organizational skills - demonstrated computer skills - ability to work with a Board

SRI Homes - Kelowna is hiring production workers with demonstrated experience and skill in the following: roofing, wood framing, sheeting and ceiling texture. Send resumes to Fax: 250- 766-0588 attention Lloyd. SweetWater Springs requires a self-motivated, BOTTLED WATER DELIVERY DRIVER, for the Kelowna area. Computer skills required. Must be a self-starter, with exemplary customer service skills and will be expected to pass drug and abilities test. Email resumes: hrm@sweetwatersprings.ca We are still hiring Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051.

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Asphalt Rakerman. EAC Inc. Union wage, benefits offered. Full time. Reply to: 907 Ethel St. Kelowna BC. V1Y 2W1 Attention: Mike Waluga Fax: 250-762-6171 or Email: info@eac.bc.ca Journeyman Gas Fitter/Installer wanted immediately. Competitive wage & Benefit Package. Relocation assistance available. Apply canwest@quesnelbc.com. 250992-9012.

The Manager will be responsible for the operation of a 1910 Heritage House and property situated on Kalamalka Lake in Coldstream, B.C.

NOW HIRING SERVERS & COOKS Wanted at busy Japanese Restaurant. Apply with resume to: TAKI: #103-115 Roxby Rd. at Highway 33 East 250-765-8828

beginning August 2011 for ~Korean Exchange Students ~ ~9-13 yrs ~ 3-10 month stays ~ Requirements include: Home 1700 sq. ft. or larger & must have child close in age/ grade as Korean child. Activity fees + homestay fees Please call Catherine for details

MCELHANNEY Consulting (www.mcelhanney.com) seeks a Junior/Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Cranbrook team. Transportation, Municipal, Land Development experience would be an asset. Please submit your resume to jarmstrong@mcelhanney.com.

Position is full-time during the summer season; part-time off-season. Negotiable salary. Please see our website at www.mackiehouse.ca for a more detailed job description and how to apply. Applications will be accepted until September 17, 2011.

TEACHING EXCELLENCE SHAPING CHARACTER INSPIRING FUTURES Aberdeen Hall continues to grow and invites applications for the following positions: • FULL TIME BUS DRIVERS The successful candidates will hold a valid Class 1 or Class 2 B.C. Driver’s License with Airbrake endorsement and proven employment record. • ECE ON CALL TEACHERS With possibility of permanent employment. The successful applicant will have a valid ECE certificate.

Please forward a letter of application, accompanied by a resume to: Susanne Raye, Director of Admissions. Susanne.raye@aberdeenhall.com

Are you into exercise, motivated and wanting some extra income? Capital News is looking for a person or persons with a reliable vehicle to deliver newspapers door to door in the Kelowna and Westside areas. Various sized routes on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Your papers would be dropped at your home early in the morning, and you would have the whole day to complete your deliveries.

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BIG E ‘s is looking for exper’ed PT/FT Line cook to join our team. We offer competitve wages & flexible schedule. Must be able to work evenings, weekends. Apply in person to Hwy97 Peachland Center Mall

To apply for this position, please call Capital News Circulation at 250-763-7575 and ask for Richard.

Help Wanted EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Info@plazio.ca 250-860-3590 $2500+/MO.! Men & Women 18+yrs. needed to fill F/T positions in our Kelowna office. Students welcome We provide full training. Call 250-8609480, email: info@plazio.ca or text 250-899-0981

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While we try to ensure all advertisements appearing in the Kelowna Capital News are placed by reputable businesses with legitimate offers, we do caution our readers to undertake due diligence when answering any advertisement, particularly when the advertiser is asking for monies up front.

STORESKEEPER

(Full Time — Permanent) Due to a resignation, the City of Vernon has an opening for a Storeskeeper. Reporting to the Purchasing Agent, this position is responsible for the daily operation of Stores warehouse including inventory control management, distribution and monitoring of supplies and materials, and shipping and receiving. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is September 9, 2011. Please quote competition # 55-COV-11.

Esthetician & Nail Technician Careers with Endless Possibilities Classes begin in September Summerland Campus: 1-866-510-8899, local 3214 Vernon Campus: 1-800-289-8993, local 2850 100% of our surveyed grads obtained a program-related job in less than one month. Exceptional instruction with many student services available Either Campus - an easy 30 minute drive from Kelowna Apply at www.okanagan.bc.ca/apply Student loan & SIDIT award eligible. 3(537!0 2%6%,34/+% s ./24( /+!.!'!. #%.42!, /+!.!'!. s 3/54( /+!.!'!. 3)-),+!-%%.

Senior Financial Consultant Our mission is to ensure that physician members of the Canadian Medical Association and their families can benefit from the best financial and investment advice and financial services through a diverse and highly talented team of consultants. Our only goal is to provide a best-of-class experience for our clients. This Kelowna-based role will be an interesting challenge for a resultsdriven professional with strong marketing skills and a demonstrated track record of above-average sales in a financial or related environment. Reporting to the Regional Manager Noreen Russell, you will draw on your 5+ years of financial planning experience within the financial services industry to assist CMA members and their families in achieving their personal financial goals. At the same time, you will work to retain and grow market share in the community in which you operate, developing new opportunities to prospect and grow the client base while ensuring client retention by building relationships and developing comprehensive financial plans. Your degree in Business, Commerce or a discipline related to the practice of financial planning is combined with a CFP designation and completion of the CSC and CPH, as well as Life Licence and subsequent regulatory requirements. Together with an excellent knowledge of financial planning and all financial products, you have good seminar presentation abilities. This is your opportunity to contribute to a corporate culture based on teamwork and service excellence. For more information, visit http://md.cma.ca/careers/ to register and apply online. MD Physician Services is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those being selected for an interview will be contacted.

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ANYTHING ANYWHERE ANYTIME JUNK REMOVAL

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FREE ESTIMATES Brush & Tree Removal Reasonable Rates Stan Korzinski 250-808-2447

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PANORAMIC LAKE VIEWS BEYOND COMPARE!

Luxurious Custom Two Storey. Full partially finished basement, best of everything! Soaring 2 storey ceilings in great room, walnut cabinets corian, gas cook top, R/I pool, quiet area close to the beach. Call Cecile Guilbault to view at 250-212-2654 or for more info go to www.cecileguilbault.com. MLS®10034092, $1,500,000, 3939 Harding Road.

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3 bedroom, 2 bath, quality built townhome in Citybrook. w/ stainless appls, gas & elec. f/p. Bonus rm in bsmt & extra storage in garage. Family friendly w/play area & pets allowed. Beautifully landscaped. Call Bill Raine at 250-870-6210 to view or go to www.BillRaine.Info. MLS®10034509, $309,666, #131-1355 Findlay Road.

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TOP NOTCH home you will want to call your own!!!! Everything is like new! Fantastic 3 bdrm, 2 ½ bath home! Beautiful hardwood floors, new paint, bright spacious kitchen, nice dining room withh bay window, functional living room with corner gas fireplace, private deck. Bright open loft + two spacious bdrms + bath up. Master bdrm w/full ensuite on main. All six appliances included. A+++. Call Charlene 250-870-1870. MLS®10033239, $339,900.

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Beautiful Setting! Great value in 3 bedroom, 3 bath home. Can easily be suited, with a second kitchen already in place in basement. Landscaped yard. Close to school, hiking trails. Must be seen. Call Bill Raine at 250-870-6210 to view or go to www.BillRaine.Info. MLS®10031520, $500,000, 2170 Sunview Drive.

Very deluxe high end 3 bdrm condo in the Copper Kettle Lodge. Infloor hot water heating, high end appliances, vaulted ceilings & oak floors in living areas,, private hot ttub, steam shower. Please call Gary August & Jennifer Bregolisse for more information at 250-860-7500. MLS®10033742, $429,900, 312 250 Feathertop Road.

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Ultra modern & industrial elements. Perfect for a funky family, this 5 bdrm home also includes a den with exterior entry (home office? piano teacher?). Please call Gary August & Jennifer Bregolisse for more information at 250-860-7500. MLS®10033401, $659,900, 1838 Begbie Road.

QUIET UPPER MISSION CULDESAC!

Lovingly maintained 3+Bdrm, 3 Bth West Coast Contemporary style home. Newer flooring, updated kitchen/bathrooms. Large garage with extra parking. Great family home in wellestablished neighborhood! Call Jaime Briggs, Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty at 250-8607500 or go to www.BriggsOnHomes.com. MLS®10034393, $479,000, 669 Drummond Court.

Stylish 4 Bdrm Walkout Rancher with main floor Master Bdrm, open concept living/kitchen, new birch hardwood floors and Bonus 600 sq.ft. heated space great for hobby room, dance studio or workshop. Call Jaime Briggs, Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty at 250-860-7500 or go to www.BriggsOnHomes.com. MLS®10034473, $499,900, 1673 Large Avenue.

COZY TRADITIONAL LOG CABIN!

In the village of Apex Ski Resort. Great opportunity for a skiing family to enjoy many quality years together. 3 bdrms on two floors, sports equipment storage area in the attic & a covered deck. Convenient with furniture included & economical to own. Enjoy the glowing wood stove after an exhilarating day on the slopes. Plenty of outdoor space. Large 0.36 acre lot. Lots of character at an affordable price. Call Bill Raine at 250-870-6210 to view or go to www.BillRaine.Info. Listing #132515, $259,000, 1170 Apex Mountain Rd.

FULLY EQUIPPED CHEF’S KITCHEN!

Quality construction! New home two storey w/full unfinished bsmnt, 3 bdrms up, den on the main. Nicely finished with hardwood & travertine floors, with granite counters, Jenn Air appliances, gas cook top, large mud/laundry room. Call Cecile Guilbault to view at 250-212-2654 or for more info go to www.cecileguilbault.com. MLS®10034016, $629,000, 1550 Pinot Gris Drive. We never stop moving®

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ORIGINAL SHOW HOME!!! • • • • • • • • •

Open concept, beautifully renovated inside with many updates - hardwood floors, paint and baths. A 28x10 covered patio & a massive corner lot with yard space galore. Have the kids & Christian pets play outside. Enjoy the fire pit! Call Christian Kirschke at 250-863-2000 or go to www.KelownaHomeChoice. Kitschke 250-863-2000 ca. MLS®10033259, $175,000, #24-610 Katherine Road.

LAKE VIEW FROM BALCONY! • • • • •

One of the nicest condo in Miravista. Steps to all amenities shopping, medical & Starbucks. The largest condo with 2 bdrm plus a den, hardwood floors, granite Bonnie counters. Call Bonnie Hunter at 250-212-6137 or go Hunter to www.homehunterokanagan.ca for more info. MLS®10033441, $321,000, 3411 - 3832 Old Okanagan Hwy. 250-212-6137

STUNNING GROUND FLOOR CORNER CONDO! •

2 Bdrms, 2 Bths, 2 private patio’s, large open floor plan, computer station, eating bar. Crown moldings, hrdwd floors, gas f/p, s/s appliances. Ages 19+. No rentals. 1 small pet ok. Strata Jaime fee $221.48. Call Jaime Briggs, Coldwell Banker Horizon Briggs Realty at 250-860-7500 or go to www.BriggsOnHomes.com. 250-860-7500 MLS®10034339, $339,000, #108 - 307 Whitman Road.

CREEK ACROSS THE ROAD! • • • • • •

AFFORDABLE RANCHER WALKOUT! •

Great value for this 3+1 bdrm, 3 full bath rancher walk-out home in a terrific neighborhood. Open floor plan with main floor laundry, skylight and huge sundeck. The master, complete with a 3 pce e/s and w/i closet, has glass doors leading to an oversized sundeck. Downstairs is a large rec rm, a spacious bdrm with another w/i closet, & an office/den. In addition to a fully fenced yard (don’t miss the garden shed!) extras include hrdwd, cul-de-sac, easy access garage, & a great location close to downtown Winfield or a short drive to Kelowna. Call Paige Guernsey at 250-862-6464. Check out our website www.kelownahome.com for all your Kelowna real estate needs! MLS®10033318, $379,900, 2755 Northview Place.

TOP FLOOR “THE ASHBURRY” • • • •

Like new top floor 2 bedroom, 2 bath beauty with secure parking and fabulous access to UBCO, airport, recreation and shopping. Owner relocated out of Allyn province and is anxious- furniture negotiable. Call Bentz Allyn for details. MLS®10033511 $229,000, #4104250-470-2413 325 McIntosh Road.

Paige Guernsey 250-862-6464

Private back yard. 3 bedrooms up with 1 down. Can easily be suited. 3 full baths. Gas fireplace down. Pool table in basement included. New roof. Covered sundeck is ideal Walt for bbq. and entertaining. Quick possession possible. Reglin Call Walt Reglin today at 250-470-0919 to view. 250-470-0919 MLS®10030427, $385,000, 4784 Gordon Drive.

RECENTLY RENOVATED! • • • • • • • •

2 Bdrm, 2 Bath Townhouse just minutes from shopping, schools & downtown. New laminate flooring throughout, new paint, new counter tops, bthrm upgrades. H20 tank & furnace replaced in 2007 & 2008. Jaime Strata $156.03/month. Call Jaime Briggs, Coldwell Banker Horizon Briggs Realty at 250-860-7500 or go to www.BriggsOnHomes.com. 250-860-7500 MLS®10032923, $299,900, #59 - 1120 Guisachan Road.

HOSPITAL AREA... ONLY $339,000! • •

Great starter or holding property, this well maintained 3 bedroom bungalow is located on an RU 6 lot with lane access. Gas heat plus a natural gas fireplace, large Hugh deck and private yard make this an excellent package. Call Hugh for details or a personal viewing at Mervyn 250-317-4560 250-317-4560. MLS®10031055.

INCREDIBLE VALUE!!! $389,900!!! • •

FANTASTIC home that looks and feels like new! Spacious main floor boasts 3 bdrms + den, bright, open kitchen, island, hrdwd, tile, new fixtures, windows, paint, trim, full ensuite, laundry on main. Comfortable self-contained suite with excellent tenant Charlene to help with mortgage! New hardiplank, fenced yard, & extra Bertrand parking! This home is a must see! Call Charlene to view 250250-870-1870 870-1870. MLS®10033613.

NEW PRICE

Gary August 250-860-7500

THE MOST ADORABLE HOME WITH SO MUCH VERSATILITY! •

Perfect for a small family, or for that couple with family plans in their future, this townhouse has a park view, and is steps from Chute Lake Elementary school, coffee shop and more. Please call Gary August & Jennifer Bregolisse for more information at 250-860-7500. MLS®10033332, Jennifer Bregolisse $389,900, 14 - 380 Providence Avenue. 250-870-1870

CAREFREE LIVING! • • • • • • • • • • • •

An excellent place to call home - no yard work, on the golf course. This 3 Bdrm + Den + 3Bthrm is a classy rancher with beautiful views of the golf course + valley. John Well constructed + designed. Snowbird ready, lock + Mandoli leave. Call John Mandoli to view at 250-718-1864. MLS®10033126, $445,000, 5341 Sandhills Drive. 250-718-1864

CONTEMPORARY AND CLOSE TOTHE LAKE! •

Luxury living in popular Pandosy Village. This bright corner suite has 2 bdrms, 2 full baths & a huge, private NW facing tiled patio with free standing gas f/p. Located on the quiet side of the building & less than a block from the BEST beaches, restaurants, art galleries, & unique boutiques. High end finishings include corian, walk-in pantry, flush mount & vessel sinks, floating cabinetry, glass doors, tiled walk-in glass showers, custom window coverings, 9’ ceilings, large windows, central heat & A/C. A unique & exclusive place to call home in Kelowna’s most sought after neighborhood. Call Paige Guernsey at 250862-6464 or visit the website www.kelownahome.com for all your Kelowna real estate needs! MLS®10033061, $399,000, #203-446 West Avenue.

GREAT MOUNTAIN VIEW • • • • • • • •

Paige Guernsey 250-862-6464

Spacious family home in a quite Black Mountain neighbourhood shows pride in ownership. Never before listed this neat & clean home has 5 bdrms, 3 bthrms & a gorgeous yard. A large 2 bdrm with den revenue suite can make this property very affordable. Allyn Fenced back yard has a workshop, large garden area with fruit Bentz & ornamental trees. A great price for this property now at 250-470-2413 $444,000. MLS®10031225, 2268 Lynrick Road.

This 4 bdrm/3 bath family home is in desirable “Old Glenmore”. It boasts of a large lot with a beautiful backyard & spacious deck. Plenty of parking. Close to John many amenities-walk to schools, parks, & golf. Must be Mandoli seen! Call John Mandoli to view at 250-718-1864. MLS®10028143, $449,900, 976 Kennedy Street. 250-718-1864

View of lake and Glenmore Valley. Rancher walk-out with sun room. Tucked away in the trees, access off culde-sac. Workshop off large carport. Huge formal dining Walt room. With some remodeling this home could shine. Reglin Call Walt Reglin today at 250-470-0919 to view. 250-470-0919 MLS®10024340, $475,000, 15 Bello Road.

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BEAUTIFUL TUSCAN STYLE HOME! •

Nearly-New in Black Mountain!!! Large open floor plan with dark colour scheme, s/s appliances, covered deck with views, deluxe master suite with deck access, steam shower & soaker tub. Energy Jaime efficient built home! Call Jaime Briggs, Coldwell Banker Horizon Briggs Realty at 250-860-7500 or go to www.BriggsOnHomes.com. 250-860-7500 MLS®10030725, $533,000, 1095 Henderson Drive.

INVESTORS ALERT! • • • • • • • • • • • •

Beautifully renovated home with huge potential with two fully self-contained private inlaw suites. The main three bedroom home is perfect for entertaining or John for your family in the open concept style. Close to all Mandoli amenities. Call John Mandoli to view at 250-7181864. MLS®10030609, $539,900, 2093 Inkar Road. 250-718-1864

A GREAT FAMILY HOME! • • • • • • • •

Built by current owners. Lots of extras. Built-in Jacuzzi. Nice view of lake and mountains. Private backyard. Garden area (strawberries, grapes), fruit trees. New Walt kitchen counters and appliances. Needs some up-dating. Reglin Call Walt Reglin today at 250-470-0919 to view. 250-470-0919 MLS®10023739, $565,000, 996 Cascade Place.

NEW PRICE

AFFORDABLE LAKESHORE!!! • • • • • •

A rare find in this 2 bdrm recreational lakeshore cottage located in Cosens Bay Cottage community on Lake Kalmalka. Pristine water, dock with boat lift & a Hugh comfortable cottage with great decks & views that make this a hard to beat package. Asking only $649,900. Call Mervyn Hugh Mervyn at 250-317-4560. MLS®10026482. 250-317-4560

COMPLETE PRIVACY  UNOBSTRUCTED LAKE VIEWS! •

Priced to sell! 1 acre with over 4000 sq. ft. finished quality constructed walkout rancher, detached cottage could be workshop extensive oak hardwood flrs, granite counters lots of Cecile parking for RV & boat. Call Cecile Guilbault to view at 250212-2654 or for more info go to www.cecileguilbault. Guilbault com. MLS®10031401, $675,000, 4635 Princeton Avenue. 250-212-2654

THE ABSOLUTE BEST VIEWS IN THE OKANAGAN! •

This open concept upscale 5bedroom/ 5 bath quality home comes complete with granite, vaulted ceilings, hardwood and tile floors, and a master bedroom John with two ensuites. Huge B&B potential with 4367sq. Mandoli ft! Call John Mandoli to view at 250-718-1864. MLS®10016303, $679,900, 6447 Renfrew Road. 250-718-1864

Gary August 250-860-7500

PICTURE PERFECT VIEWS! • • • • • •

Mediterranean inspired outdoor living! Walkout Rancher with heated salt water pool, overlooking lake & vineyards. 6 Bdrms, 3 Bths, hardwood & granite throughout. Virtually rebuilt in 2009 with Jaime everything new. Call Jaime Briggs, Coldwell Banker Horizon Briggs Realty at 250-860-7500 or go to www.BriggsOnHomes.com. 250-860-7500 MLS®10030833, $838,000, 1279 Menu Road.

LAKEVIEW HEIGHTS FAMILY HOME •

Offering lake view, spacious rooms, hardwood floors & 2nd kitchen. Flat driveway, private yard. All appliances included. Shows well & offers quick possession. Close to schools, Jane amenities. West Kelowna neighborhood. Call Jane for more details at 250-860-7500 or visit www.janehoffman.com Hoffman 250-860-7500 for more pictures. MLS®10030186, $489,900.

LAKE AND VALLEY VIEWS!!! • • • • • •

Attention to detail. Granite + fabulous tiling! Hardwood floors. Open kitchen/living room. An oasis for master bdrm. Upstairs laundry, large deck. Entertain? $$ in Home-Media. Susp-slab garage 600 sqft bonus space. LEGAL Suite! Call Christian Kirschke Christian at 250-863-2000 or go to www.KelownaHomeChoice.ca. Kitschke 250-863-2000 MLS®10030645, $1,400,000, 1145 Steele Court.

VIEW OF OKANAGAN LAKE! • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Beautiful top floor corner unit. Turnkey 2 bdrm each with ensuite bath plus a den/office, 2parking stalls, slate floors, stainless appliances, large view sundeck, totally furnished 926 sq ft, steps to beach. Call Jane for more details at 250-860-7500 or visit www.janehoffman.com for more pictures. MLS®10030132, $439,000.

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VIEWS OVER CITY & LAKE EXTEND TO PEACHLAND •

Over 30 km Away! Custom built San Marc home with the finest in craftsmanship & materials. Private setting with pool & cabana, over 6,000 sq.ft. plus triple garage. Incredible kitchen with forno oven, top of the line s/s appls, cooler drawers, 3 dishwashers, climate controlled wine cellar, pantry & expresso machine. Features 5 bdrms, 5 1/2 baths, huge family rm with wet bar plus much much more. Please call Gary August & Jennifer Bregolisse for more information Jennifer Bregolisse 250-870-1870 at 250-860-7500. MLS®10030928, $1,749,000, 986 Skeena Drive.

ONE OF PREMIER GATED 40+ COMMUNITUES IN KELOWNA •

Bright 2 bed/2 full bath townhome at the “Lexington”, 1550 sq. ft. corner unit, vaulted ceilings, tile floor, sunny south east exposure, patio w/awning, indoor pool, hot tub, rec facility. Call Jane for more details at 250-860-7500 or visit www.janehoffman.com for more pictures. MLS®10031592, $449,000.

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JOURNEYMAN/WOMAN Electrician required for wood frame and commercial construction. Fax resume to Howell Electric Kelowna 250-8607735 Looking for 3rd Year Apprentice or Journeyman Glazier for Thriving Glass Shop in Alberta Please call: 780-723-4042 or Email Resume to: midwestglassedson@gmail.com METAL Fabrication Shop looking for full-time experienced CNC Mazak Laser and Multicam Router operator. Forklift exp. an asset. Wages based on exp., excellent benefits package. Please email resumes to: careers@rmil.ca or drop off resume at Reidco Metal Industies Ltd.

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BEST Quality Cleaning Prof, reliable, bonded, ins’d. Comm, Strata, Restaurant. Med./Dental & offices. 250-868-7224 CLEANING Lady, 25yrs exp., quality work, one time, wkly, biwkly. Exc ref’s.250-470-9629 CLEANING- weekly/ biweekly, residential, move-in & out. Please call 250-448-1786 J&M’S Cleaning. Move in/out, post constr, organizing, gardening. Maralee,250-878-9729 NU-MAID Cleaning “Making U House Proud”! Professional. Reliable. 250-215-1073

Computer Services 12/7 A MOBILE COMPUTER TECH. Certified computer technician, virus removal, repairs, upgrades. Let me come to you. 250-717-6520. 12/7 In-Home Repairs. New Systems/Upgrades. 20+yrs Prof. Service. Peter 215-4137

Concrete & Placing For all your concrete services Check us out on our website www.okdcs.ca. Free Estimates. Government Certified. 250-451-6944

Contractors KSK Framing & Foundations. Quality workmanship at reas rates. Free est 250-979-8948 WENINGER CONST. Family company commited to Kelowna & Big White. 250-765-6898 WENINGER CONST. Family company commited to Kelowna & Big White. 250-765-6898

Countertops CALL MIKE’S ELITE Countertops- All Countertops - Granite, Caesar Stone, Sile Stone, Han Stone, Marble and all natural stone products. Hundreds of colours to choose from. We offer a special every month, call Mike to find out this month’s deal! Please call (250)575-8543, 2392 Dominion Road. GRANITE SLAB SALE 30% OFF All Kitchens, kitchen counters, bathroom counters, vessel sinks. 150 colors to choose from GREAT QUALITY & SERVICE Open 9-4 Mon-Fri, 10-2 Sat. Showroom: 1115 Gordon Dr. Free Est. 250-870-1577 CUSTOM ROCKCOUNTERS.COM

REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235. WEST2EAST Cabinetry. Affordable Kitchen and Bathroom cabinetry. Come meet with our qualified cabinet designers and have them quote your next kitchen or bathroom renovation. Showroom: #5 817 Finns Road, Kelowna BC, V1X 5B8. 250451-0860 info@west2eastcabinetry.com

Courier/Delivery Services 5 ton curtain side delivery truck with contract.1 of a kind roback system (250)826-5206

Drywall PESL DRYWALL Service Inc. Renovations, new construction and repairs. Boarding, taping, textured ceilings. Call Tomas at 250-212-4483 or 860-3495.

1-1-1- All Exterior Hedge & Tree Specialist. Downsizing, pruning, artistic shaping & removing of hedges & trees. Ins. Call Dave, 250-212-1716 ALLIUM LAWN CARE. Weeding, clean ups, top dressing. Call 250-307-4933 Edging Cedars - buy direct from grower, 6ft.-10 for $200, We deliver, Budget Nurseries, toll free 1-866-498-2189, www.budgetnurseries.com Gordon’s Quality Lawn Care. Pruning, Trimming, Irrigation Blow outs. Dethatching, Aerating.Lawn Care 250-863-8935 JIM’S MOWING. Same day service. Fully insr’d. Aerating/ Top Dressing. 250-310-5467 TOP SOIL $20/yd. Compost Mix $35/yd., Ogogrow, Gravel, Rocks, Mulches 250-868-3380

Gutters & Downspouts KELOWNA GUTTER Cleaning and repairs, re-slope gutters,etc Richard 250-718-6718

Handypersons NEED a hand inside or out from painting to yard work. 250-215-1712, 250-768-5032 SENIOR Fenton’s Handyman Services. Fencing, Painting, House Maint.(250)863-2129

Home Improvements OLD SCHOOL Construction. Renovations large & small. Done right the first time. Lic & ins. Senior discount. Cory Doell 250-862-7094

PARADISE Interior & Exterior paradisevalleycontracting.com. Call Rob (250)-859-2787 WELL BUILT CONSTRUCTION

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Home Repairs A Full Home Reno Service. GaviaConstructionServices.ca Call Chris at 250-300-3534 HOME Repairs Int. & Ext., Flooring, Painting, Demolition, Fences,Decks, Any Home Repair .Any Landscaping Needs, Construction Site Clean-Ups, Lic’d. Insured., Pent. 250-8091454, Kel. 250-718-2509. LARRY’S Handyman & Reno Serv., Lg. & Sm. jobs, Graffitti Removal etc., 250-718-8879

Landscaping #1 STOP FOR ROCKS. www.bcrocks.com. Please call 250-862-0862 Edging Cedars - buy direct from grower, 6ft.-10 for $200, We deliver, Budget Nurseries, toll free 1-866-498-2189, www.budgetnurseries.com FULL landscaping, rock walls, soil screening. Tremblay’s Excavating. 250-979-8033 GLM Landscaping & Irrigation 12% Discount!!! Custom landscaping 250-864-5450 GREENER Soil Screener. Don’t dump it, screen it. Call 250-863-6207 Hands Free Landscaping. Irrigation blow out, fall cleanup, windows. 250-718-2963

Machining & Metal Work GET BENT Metal Fab, fences, gates, railings, security bars, 863-4418www.getbentmetalfab.ca

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#1 Family Movers. Moving & Deliveries. $49/hr+up. Guaranteed best rate. (778)-363-0127

Fencing CEDAR Panels, Gates, Custom fencing & Decks. Quality Workmanship Repair & Reno’s Josef 250-864-7755. FENCING, wood, chain link, cedar+ decks, sheds, garages, landscaping, retaining walls. Lic’d. Insured. Pentict.: 250809-1454 Kel.: 250-718-2509

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RV Parking/Storage for rent. Convient central location, easy access to HWY 97. $50/mo or $500/yr. 250-717-1856

Painting & Decorating 100% AFFORDABLE Painting Exp, quality. Int Paint/ceilings. Winter Specials. Terry 8639830 or 768-1098 1ST. In customer service, Cando Painting, prof. reliable crew, 15yrs. in business, Int/Ext. Eddie 250-863-3449 ACE of Trades-Painting & Decor. Interior/Exterior, Commercial/Residential. Excellent rates for advanced bookings. Call for free estimate 250-769-8486. 250-878-5540 CALL COR’S PAINTING. On time, on budget. Neat & tidy. Lic & ins. Senior discount. Cory Doell 250768-8439

DALE’S PAINTING Service. Painting Kelowna a better place since 1982. 862-9333 Summer Special - all ext and int painting & staining. Seniors 10% off. Don (250)215-5742

Plumbing DREGER MECH. Plumbing, Gasfitting, comm/res & reno, ins’d, 24hr. Call 250-575-5878.

Pressure Washing OKANAGAN Pressure Washing. Commercial/ Residential. Fully insured. 14 years exp. Call Dave at 250-491-1336

Roofing & Skylights OKANAGAN Roofing All roofing repairs, maint., & reroofs. Warranty on all work Free Est. 769-1100, 878-1172 RYDER ROOFING LTD. Free est, ‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’ 250-7653191.

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$200 & Under

$200 & Under

ALLIED Windows & Doors offers Factory Direct prices of high quality Vinyl windows for New & Renovation projects. Installation services also available. Call Joe at 250-2155062 visit website www.alliedwindows.com

2PIECE Sofa set. Dusty rose. 6’8” & 4’8”. As new. $165. 250-765-8759 6 drawer Dresser & complete bed $150 (250)762-0369 BBQ 24-66 grill, used once, $120. 250-763-8465 FOUR 6 stud, 16inch Wheels Like New! $150, Call 250-7658772. RYOBI 12” Compound Miter Saw w/ Adjustable Laser, $185, 250-861-8880. White Pallister 3 drawer dresser matching nightstand w/hutch/lamp $200. 861-8904

WINTER TIRES 165 65R 14 Used one season. Set of 4. $150 (250)-764-6135

Fruit & Vegetables

Fruit & Vegetables

Pets & Livestock

Equestrian HORSE Boarding avail. in Black Mountain. Large pastures, excellent feed/care. Indoor & outdoor arenas, heated tackroom/lounge, miles of trail riding. 250-765-1939

1st Crop square bales, Timothy Alfalfa mix, Alfalfa, & Horse Hay. (250)547-6334 HAY FOR SALE; Grass or Grass Alfalfa mix, Round bales $70 each, approx. 800lbs. Large square bales, 3x3x8, $160/ton. Delivery avail. on larger orders. 250838-6630 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.

ADORABLE PB CKC reg Tibetan Spaniel M & F pups Home raised CH parents 1st shot dewormed microchip litter trained. photos avail ivanym@shaw.ca 250-764-6416 DOBERMAN pups, females, males, Ready Sept 2nd. $800.ea (778)212-2468 SHIH-TZU Pups, M&F. Ready to go. $500 obo. Viewing during daylight hrs 250-681-1771 WOLF HYBRID Cubs reserve. now. Sun Valley Wolf Kennels

Rubbish Removal

www.sunvalleywolfkennels.com 250-765-4996 Kelowna, BC

#1 AAA Junk Removal.Anything,Anytime,Anywhere! Construction/Appls. 778-363-0127

Merchandise for Sale

✔✔✔ LARRY’S LITTLE DUMPER

We haul little loads of anything, landscaping materials, & Junk to the dump. 250-7181114

ERIK the STUDENT RUBBISH REMOVAL / LAWN CARE HAULS FROM $39.99 & UP

250-859-9053

Sand/Gravel/Topsoil NEIGHBORHOOD Trucking & Delivery. Topsoil, Gravel, Sand, OgoGrow. Visa, Debit, Mastercard. 250-870-1138

Swimming Pools/ Hot Tubs PENGUIN MFG. HOT TUB COVERS. 250-860-7805

Tiling TILE Setter. Artistic Ceramics. Custom tile setting. Call 250870-1009

Tree Services 1-1-1- All Exterior Hedge & Tree Specialist. Downsizing, pruning, artistic shaping & removing of hedges & trees. Ins. Call Dave, 250-212-1716 ROB’S Tree Care Ltd 1975. For all your tree care needs. Ins. & Cert. WCB. 212-8656 STANS CHIPPING. Tree Removal & Chipping. Free Est. 808-2447. Licensed & Insured.

Trucking/ Bull Dozing TNT TRUCKING. No load too small. Junk removal, sand, gravel, etc. (250)862-0821 (250)765-2778.

Window Cleaning Accurate Window & Gutter Cleaning 12 yrs exp. Fully insured.Free Est. 250-801-8255

$100 & Under 10” Sliding Mitre Saw. Very good condition. $100. Ask for Rick: 250-454-6529 2 Oak wooden barrels, $50/ both obo. Call 250-769-0815 ANTIQUE box stapler, comes with 2 boxs of staples, $25. 250-762-8617 AXES, double bitted, $3-$20. 250-762-8617 BAR sink, stainless, comes with faucet. 10’x12”. $35, 250762-8617 BY Sears Vita Master 150 exercise machine. $75. 250-7638465 Chest type freezer w/ baskets, 23x39x34 $100, in good shape! 250-860-1960 ELECTRIC motor, 1 horsepower, heavy duty, $75. 250762-8617 Electro home TV. In working Condition $50 250-762-0369 EXERCISE crunch/sit-up machine, $25. 250-762-8617 KODIAK 7” Diamond Cut Tile Cutter, $50. Call 250-8618880. LA-Z-BOY Recliner/Swivel Chair, Maroon in colour, $100, Call 250-762-6810. LITTLE Chief fish smoker. $40. 250-763-8465 PRADAX Will sell at half price! 250-762-5217 PRINTER: New, HP Printer, Scanner, Copier. New ink cartrages (valued at approx $70 alone) $75 for all. Call 250869-7362 RYOBI 9” Band Saw, $85. Call 250-861-8880. RYOBI Miter Saw Stand, $60. Call 250-861-8880. SCALE Tray and platform, weighs 240lbs, $99, 250-7628617 SEWING Machine, Portable Made by Arrow, $25. Call 250762-8617 SWIVEL Chair with Ottoman, Custom Made, Blue, Plush-like $100, Call 250-762-6810. TMT 6” Cut-off Saw, $35. Call 250-861-8880. TWO Ultra Steel Foldable Workbenches, $25/each. Call 250-861-8880. WINE bottles with handles, 1/2 gallon and 1 gallon. 50cents/each. 250-762-8617

DRESSER, Eight Drawers, Wood, $300, 250-267-4494

$400 & Under HONDA Generator, 650 XL. $350. 250-763-8465 PALLISTER 6 piece white set. Desk, Hutch-lamp chair, dresser, $200. 250-861-8904

Fresh From the Fields

Feed & Hay

Pets

$300 & Under

“Local Produce at Your Doorstep” To place an ad...call the Kelowna Capital News

250-763-7114

GLENMORE GARDEN MARKET FIELD TOMATOES PICKLING CUCUMBERS AND MANY FRESH VEGETABLES

Vegetables, Herbs & More. Tomatoes are now ready. 3609 Gordon Dr. between KLO and Casorso 10 am - 5:30 pm Tues.-Sat.

6215 HWY 97 Summerland, local free-stone peaches, apricots, cherries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, Sunrise apple, tomatoes, pickling cukes, dill, new potatos, 250317-8844, free delivery

ALICE’S FRUIT STAND 3735 Gordon Dr. 250-869-0920 Open Monday - Saturday 10:30 am - 5:30 pm

Open Everyday, 10-6. 250-860-1121. 621 Glenmore Rd N.

Graziano Orchards

3455 Rose Rd. E. Kelowna Beautiful Lapin & Sweetheart Cherries & Peaches Now Available! (250)-860-2644.

www.grazianofamilyorchards.com

GRIFFIN FARMS

Tomatoes, Corn, Peaches & More

BLACKBERRIES

3344 Elliott Rd. Wesbank Peaches & Italian Prunes, Nectarines, Bartlett Pears Crab Apples & Tomatoes U-pick, or We-pick (250)-768-3343 Closed Sundays.

GAMBELL FARMS

K&J PACIFIC PEACHES Freestone Peaches, Raspberries, Cherries, Apricots, Blueberries, Tomatoes. Veggies picked fresh daily. 1145 Morrison Rd.S Only accessible from McCurdy Rd. 250-765-8184.

Place your order. $15 per ice cream bucket. Picked. 250-764-2574

12133 Okanagan Centre Rd E.

Fresh cherries, apricots, Peaches, Beans, summer squash & more, avail now. 250-766-4036 Open 9-6 daily 10-6 Sunday

RASPBERRIES

NAGY LAJOS GARDENS. Tomatoes, Peppers, Onions, Beets, Carrots, Parsley Roots, Eggplant & More. 2105 Morrison Rd. 250-317-5635.

U-PICK OR PLACE ORDERS. BRING YOUR OWN CONTAINERS. 758 WALLACE RD. (250)-765-8592

BARTLETT PEARS, SUNRISE APPLES & Peaches. Now Available!

Hazeldell Orchards

1980 BYRNS Rd, 250-862-4997. Open Mon-Sat, 9am-5:30pm, Sunday 10am-5pm Come On Down To

OLD MEADOWS CERTIFIED ORGANIC FARM MARKET

Our Certified Organic Tree Ripened Freestone Lowhaven Peaches $2.49/lb. over 10lbs $2.39/lb. Ginger Gold Apples $1.59/lb. Many More Field Vegetables Available. Local Non Organic Specials- Goldbar & Chilton Apricots .99¢/lb over 10lbs .89¢/lb. Melons .79¢/lb Taking Orders for Organic Apples, Blackberries & Peaches. Milk, Bread,& Farm Eggs Available. Debit, M/C, Visa. 4213 Gordon Dr. 250-764-0931. Open Mon - Sat 10-6, Sun 10-5

DON ‘O’ RAY VEGETABLES Growing for the last 30 years

Hours: 9am-7pm 7days/week.

Blueberries, Peaches, Nectarines, Mellons, fresh late Strawberries, Field & canning Tomatoes, Peaches & Cream Corn, Apricots, Cherries, Beets, Plums, New Potatoes, cauliflower, wala wala onions, Herbs, baby carrots, cabbage, broccoli, lettuce, fresh garlic & fresh organic baked bread. Lots of different kinds of dried fruit & canned vegetables. 3443 Benvoulin Rd. 250-860-2557/250-575-7806

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Mobile Homes & Pads

HWY 97 North, 1500-3300sq’ of ind. space & compound+ 1acre of industrial fenced yard. 250-765-3295, 250-860-5239 HWY Front avail at 1698 Ross Rd Ship/rec doors, prking C1 6500sq. ft. @ $12.00 per sq. ft. 250-769-6614

McLeese Lake Estates MHP

7MM Rem Mag XCR, 26 inch barrel. As new. $850. 250765-8759 COLT 1911 .22’s from $575, Remington 700 SPS DM $549, Sako AV Collection, Winchester M70 Stealth 22-250 $849, Remington 700 VTR 204 Ruger $849, CQ-A1 .223 SemiAuto Rifle $700, SKS Ammo Special 2400 rnds $500. At The Best Little Gun Shop Around Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel Tue-Sat 10-6. 250-762-7575 HUNTING Season Kick-Off Customer Appreciation Day Saturday September 3 at The Best Little Gun Shop Around Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kelowna. Tue-Sat 10-6. 250-762-7575

Free Items ENCYCLOPEDIA World Book, Complete Set, Comes with year books, Excellent condition! Call 250-762-8617 FREE Beautiful Kittens ready to go to beautiful, loving homes. Call 250-860-2890 FREE Kittens 1 male 1 female. Kitty litter trained. To a good home. 250-801-6967 Free pickup, aluminum, windows, wire, pipe from reno’s & batteries. 250-717-0581 FREE preserve jars for canning, clean, various sizes. 250-860-0521. FREE P/U- Appliances, Rads, Batteries, Old machinery, vehicles. Harley 778-821-1317 TO give away, over 200’ of white, used baseboard & cooktop stove. Call 250-7648074

Furniture ANTIQUE To MODERN Home Furnishings for all Budgets & Tastes. Come to OK Estates Furniture and More. 3292 HWY 97N (beside Sheepskin Boutique) Tue-Sat, 11-5. 250807-7775 okestates.ca GLASS Table & Four Chairs. $425, 250-267-4494. HAND Crocheted “Lords Prayer”. Framed. 32” X 45” Asking $650 (250)765-5450 LIFT Chair, Dark Brown. $500, 250-267-4494 PINE desk & dresser. Great condition. $120 for both. Call or leave msg: 250-763-3877 QUEEN Bed & Frame, $570 250-267-4494. SOFA Bed, Leather, Dark Brown. $520, 2 months old. 250-267-4494

Garden Equipment 20 Golf carts $500 to $2500 great for property use www.cartsplusbc.com then click clearance clicknsave 250-717-3946

Heavy Duty Machinery

Due to the Labour Day weekend the deadline for classified ads in the Sept. 6 edition of The Capital News will be on

Friday, Sept. 2 at 11:00 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? PRINTER: New, HP Printer, Scanner, Copier. New ink cartrages (valued at approx $70 alone) $75 for all. Call 250869-7362 Table saw 10”, heavy duty, Rexon 120/240 V. Good condition. $250. 778-478-9282

Misc. Wanted Coin Collector Buying old Coins, Silver, Gold, Olympic + Also buying bulk silver coins. Chad: 250-863-3082 (Local)

OLD Chandeliers/crystal drops wardrobes, wicker, dressers, strg cupboards. 250-860-4674

WANTED: FIREBALL ISLAND PIECES I am looking pieces for a 1986 version of the board game Fireball Island. Please call, 250-869-7362

Musical Instruments GRAND PIANO CLEARANCE SALE MOIR New & Used Grand & Upright Pianos. Call Richard Moir 250-764-8800

Sporting Goods COLT 1911 .22’s from $575, Remington 700 SPS DM $549, Sako AV Collection, Winchester M70 Stealth 22-250 $849, Remington 700 VTR 204 Ruger $849, CQ-A1 .223 SemiAuto Rifle $700, SKS Ammo Special 2400 rnds $500. At The Best Little Gun Shop Around Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel Tue-Sat 10-6. 250-762-7575 HUNTING Season Kick-Off Customer Appreciation Day Saturday September 3 at The Best Little Gun Shop Around Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kelowna. Tue-Sat 10-6. 250-762-7575

Stereo / DVD / TV TV Stand $30 & 2 TV’s $10 each. Call 250-764-6135 TV Stand & 40” Samsung LCD TV. 2 months old. $650. 250267-4494

Tools

A-STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges 20’40’45’53’ Used / Damaged 40’ insulated makes great shop. Only $2300! Needs door and 40’HC $2800 No Rust! Semi Trailers for Hiway & storage. Delivery BC and AB Call 24 hrs 1-866-528-7108 www.rtccontainer.com Will pay cash for oversized scrap steel, cats, yarders, saw mill equipment, farm equipment, etc. All insurance in place to work on your property. 250-260-0217

Table saw 10”, heavy duty, Rexon 120/240 V. Good condition. $250. 778-478-9282

Medical Supplies

CARMI AREA 6 acres with well, hydro close by, not hillside $160,000. 21 acres great for private retreat. Good building sites. Reduced from $299,000 to $229,000 for details Call 250578-8404 S.BX private, 5 ac., C.R. 1800 rancher/garage/suite,Galiano Rd.$750,000. 250-545-9875.

Shoprider Mobility Scooters & Powerchairs. Mobility equipment and lifts, New & Used. www.okmobilityscootersplus.ca Kelowna: 250-764-7757, Vernon: 250-542-3745, Toll free: 1-888-542-3745

Misc. for Sale ✔

HUGE Sale Now! On Toys & Clothes. Upto 50% off. Also gently used baby & kids items at great prices. Moms the Word 187 Hwy 33E past Rutland Rd 765-3422 V/S MC DD. BRAND new full house reverse osmosis water filtration system. Retail price: $3500. Now: $1000. 250-863-1544 CAMPER. 8’ w/fridge & stove. $800. Utility trailer, 4x6, $400. 21/2 merc motor for fishing, $750. 250-763-8465

Real Estate Acreage for Sale 82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/

Unique 2 bed, 2 bath, 55+ Condo on Mill Creek in downtown Kelowna. Quiet Top floor corner unit. Floor to ceiling windows, 4 skylights. 1750sq’, high ceilings. 600sq’ of deck, tree top mountain views. AACI Appraised at $370,000 Private Sale 250-862-3031

Houses For Sale 3bdrm heritage hse, in Lumby On large lot. Near all amens. $209,900. 250-547-9659 MORTGAGES LOW RATES. 5YR. 3.39% VARIABLE 2.15% Trish at 250-470-8324 ******* OKHomeseller.com Where smart sellers meet smart buyers! View Thompson Okanagan properties for sale.// Selling? No Commission. (250) 545-2383 or 1-877-291-7576

Small Ads work! Mobile Homes & Parks ✰

Show Homes at 1680 Ross Rd. www.accenthomes.ca Accent Homes (250)-769-6614

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You’ll Get the Best buy from our factory outlet featuring Palm Harbor Homes. Show Homes at 1680 Ross Rd. www.accenthomes.ca (250)-769-6614 Home packages available for your land or we have spaces/pads available. Bank/Credit Union Financing approved product. Done right installations and genuine service for over 40 years. VERY CLEAN THREE BEDROOM MOBILE FOR RENT.BEAUTIFUL FENCED YARD, SMALL PETS WELCOME.THIS IS A FIFTY PLUS HOME PARK.NEIGHBOURS ARE WONDERFUL AND WELCOMING. ASKING $900.00 AND “I PAY THE STRATA FEES.” 778-478- 2153 or dfb41@shaw.ca

Mortgages Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

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CENTRE POINT

APARTMENTS 1370 Ridgeway Drive (Bernard near Spall) AFFORDABLE LUXURY IN THE CENTRE OF KELOWNA! Occupancy Now • One bedroom, one plus den & two bedroom Limited Time Offer 12 Month FREE OptikTV & Optik Internet

250.762.7770

RentCentrePoint.com 2BD. Pandosy St. Adult building, NS/NP. $995 incl all utils, WD. Sept 15. 250-878-0136 2BDRM, 2bth, 2 prking spots. Available Now. $1100/ month. Laundry in suite. Call 250860-5613 Baron Rd. 2BDRM. Great location. Gertsmar Rd. Close to amenities & bus. Fridge, stove, w/d, free park., big yard. $900/mo. No pets. Call Gilles 250-470-0000 2 bedroom Carriage House in SE Kelowna. Very private. All appliances, deck, carport. $1150 plus utilities. Good references req’d. No pets or smoking. 861-4245 625 Rowcliffe Ave S Kelowna Very bright 2 bdrm condo with or without furnishings Avail Immed. Call 250-860-8435 or 250-575-1123 625 Rowcliffe Rd. K-S, bright, quiet, 2 bdrm, nice, very clean, NP, NS, close to dwtwn and bus stop. Avail immed. (250)861-8435.or(250)575-1123 BROCKTON MANOR. 1 & 2 bedrooms. Please call us at 250-860-5220 FAIRLANE CRT. 2 & 3 bdrms, heat & hot water incl. Please call 250-860-4836 STUDIO Furnished Wood lake close UBCO Avail Sept 1st NS NP $650/mo 250-862-1177

BEST DEALS IN KELOWNA!

Affordable 1, 2 & 3 Bdrms AC, near schools, shopping & bus route. Insuite laundry H.Up’s. Across from Park. Clean Quiet & Spacious. Sorry NO Pets. Well Managed Building 250-861-5605 DELUXE DOLPHINS water front condo, 2bd, 2 full bths, exquisite showroom furnishings. Newly reno’d granite Tuscany kitchen. Incl f/p, a/c, deck overhangs Lagoon water, main floor priv ent & main flr indoor parking. Go to kelownarental.weebly.com/ for photos. Also offers tennis, outdoor pool, hot tub & exer rm. $1695 incl utils. Carol 780-920-5552. MILL CREEK ESTATES. 1588/ 1590 Spall Rd. Various floor plans. 250-860-4836. millcreekestates@shaw.ca WILLOW PARK MANOR. Aurora and Hollywood. 1 & 2 bdrms. 250-763-3654

Commercial/ Industrial 1/2 - 4 acre serviced, fenced industrial lots for lease. Light, heavy or industrial use including auto wrecker & storage. 7000sq’ serviced coverall shelter for storage or workspace or build to suit. Westbank Industrial Park. 250-769-7424

Cottages / Cabins BEACHFRONT in Peachland. Available for monthly rentals Oct 1 - May 1. 2bd cottages starting at $850. Small dogs welcome. Call 250-767-2355 www.daviscove.com

Duplex / 4 Plex 2Bdrm. Rutland. 4plex End Unit. Garage, fenced yard. Pet ok. Ref’s req.d’ 1020 Leathead Rd. $950 + utils. 250765-5578 4BD, 2 full bth, livingroom & rec rm, 4appl, windows blinds. NP. Oct 1. $1500+utils. Call (250)860-8583

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900SF Warehouse/ Office w/600sf. mezzanine & 12’x20’ overhead door, incl. 10’x20’ fnc’d. area, $1000/mo.+tax. 250-258-6566

Capri Mortgage Corporation - people providing mortgages for clients throughout BC since 1974

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Equity lending at very competitive terms! 250-861-7070

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Beautiful 3 large bdrm townhouse, 2.5 baths, gas fireplace, central vac, new washer & dryer & dishwasher, attached garage, new kitchen tile, new roof & more Asking $419,000

Great loc #4-3370 Casorso Rd.

250-317-0533, 250-860-5034

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ONLY $74.99 plus HST

Great 2730sq’ home in Glenmore with 5/6bdrms, 3bths, incl in-law suite. All hardwood floors, new roof & many upgrades. Walk to schools, parks, shops. Immaculate.Immediate poss. 250-763-6589. www.propertyguys.com #7193

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1 col x 2” size with or without picture for 3 insertions Call your classified representative today!

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PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $150,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: 1 precious 3 acre parcel, owner financing. 250-558-7888 Shuswap Lake, Scotch Creek. 3 yr 3 bdrm, 3 bath, 3 level condo, boat dock.Court ordered sale. $759,900$479,900. Tony DiRezze, Sutton Group 1-888-355-6771

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Open Houses

RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, (70 Mile House) .83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good fishing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-3950599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)

Homes for Rent 2BD. Cottage in Country setting w/scenic view, just 5min. fr. Orchard Park., quiet, clean, pet neg., pref. working cpl, ns, $995.+util. 250-762-6627 2BDRM house in Winfield, lrg yard, close to all ammen, mother-in-law suite, $1000 plus utils. 250-766-4670. 2BDRM Townhouse. Great location. Near amens & bus. FS, WD, free prking, balcony overlooking big yard, $950. NP. Sept 1. Gilles, 250-470-0000 2EXEC 1bd suites. 600 & 800 sq.ft. Many eco-friendly features. Amazing lake views. $850 & $1200/mo incl utils. Oyama. Call Ian 250-212-7307 4bdrm 2bath Oyama Lakeview home. $1500/mo. Avail Oct 1. (250)540-7361

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Large single & double wide manufactured home sites available. Quiet country living, with secure RV/storage area. Flexible site rules and low pad rent. 1(877)304-4644

600 sqft 2nd flr DT Rutland $600. No T/N, utils extra. 250860-6325 250 878-3619

Open House 4845 Mayfair Rd. 1/2 Duplex, 4bd, 4bath, 3 levels, 12pm-2pm 250-863-1274

Apt/Condos for Sale 1BD 1bath 2nd flr. Pool. To view, call evenings 250-4928915 or days 250-487-8917 comfree.ca condos #249559 $129,888. with $0 down at 3.69% equals $661.58/month

BRAND NEW!

DOWNTOWN. Huge Moving Sale! 1061 Stockwell Ave. 9-2 Sat & Sun. All must go! GARAGE SALE ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY.10AM TO 4PM 826 Fuller ave

GLENMORE 2 pink velvet love seats, 2 single beds w/ mattresses, misc children’s items, computer table, & toaster oven. 2282 Quailrun Dr. Sunday 9-6 GLENMORE Pottery garage sale. Sunday Sept. 4 10am4pm. No early birds. 1320 McKinley Rd. 250-762-5837 GLENMORE. Sat, Sept 3, 8-4. 1640 Sonora Drive. Teak dining table & chairs, window AC, digital TV converter box - new, antiques, paintings, bike, park bench, RV items & misc. LAKEVIEW Heights, 2500 Crestview Rd. Tools, toys, wine making equipment & everyday useful items. Sat, Sun & Mon. LAKEVIEW Heights 2835 Thacker Dr. Fri, Sat & Sun, 8:30am-5pm.Lrg variety items! MISSION 693 McClure Rd. Sat, Sept 3. Rotovator, like new chainsaw, tools, many more items!

MISSION. Garage Sale. #293745 Lakeshore Rd. Sat Sept 3 & Sun Sept 4, 8-1. Misc hshld items. RUTLAND N. Friday 10-5 712 Hollywood Rd N.(between McCurdy&Leathead) Antiques RUTLAND. Sat, 10-2. 245 Nickel Rd. Kids clothing, playpen, exersaucer etc. STREET Sale! West Kelowna Abel St, Sept. 3&4. Lots of great stuff! SUNDAY SEPT 4th- 9AM-1PM 2010 Bartley Rd.No Early Birds or Night Owls Thank you misc. i t e m s, k i t c h e n , h o u s e h o l d , f u r n i ture,lawn mower, down sizing,Ladies Wardrobe size 4,6,shoes 81/2-9 lifestyle change.

UPPER Mission 481 Okaview Rd, 8am-2pm, Sat Sept 3rd. Designer purses, luggage, silk, treadmill, antique rocker & more WESTBANK Sun & Mon 8-12. 3543 Gates Rd. 1 year old kitchen appls., gas outboard motor, Hitachi 100watt speakers, etc, etc, etc. WESTSIDE. Multi-house garage sale. Housewares, antiques, furniture. Early birds will be ignored. Sat Sept 3, 9am-3pm. #13-19 1999 Hwy 97 South. Westview Village Mobile park

3bd or 2+inlaw, full reno, 2 new kitchens, RU6 lot, 4 stainless appl+ 4 more, hardwood, dbl htd garage. Tons of prking for your toys! $449. 250-870-7007 756morrisonkelowna. bandzoogle.com East Hill Home, close to schools & shopping, finders fee if you bring me a qualified buyer. Agents welcome. Serious inquiries only. Reduced to $344,900. negotiable. 250558-0767 GOLF, CITY AND LAKE VIEW HOME - 3948 Sunset Ranch Dr $549,000; Open House Sat/Sun 11-3; www.okhomesellers.com #26698; 250-870-8080

SUNRISE VILLAGE 2 bedrooms, 2 baths laundry room, living room and den. Covered patio looking onto creek & double car garage. Asking $296,000. Call Brenda at 212-0508.

LAKEVIEW HEIGHTS - GREAT LOCATION Subdividable Hard to find immaculate executive 1810 sq. ft., 4bdr 2 1/2 bath rancher on quiet street in Lakeview Hts. Beautiful 1/2 acre mature landscaped subdividable estate lot. After subdivid., lot appraised at $180.000, house at $440.000. Purchase now prior to subdivid for $549,000. (Subdivision costs approx. $25,000) Call 250-300-9214

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$100 cash Paid for unwanted vehicles. Call Paul Haul (250)808-9593 1AA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Min $60 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 250-899-0460

3BD central loc. Fireplace, creek, buses, shared utils $1150/mo . Avail now. 250868-9059 3Bdrm 1bath house in Orchard, near South Kelowna Elementary. Gas FP. 3 appls, storage bsmt, Avail Oct 1st $1300 + utils (250)-861-5449

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE CHANGE Due to the Labour Day weekend the deadline for classified ads in the Sept. 6 edition of The Capital News will be on

Friday, Sept. 2 at 11:00 DT 2Bdrm NS. legal upper flr. 1bath, 3 appls, a/c shr’d w/d Sm. pet ok. Avail.Sept 1st. $975 + utils. (250)-807-7775 FULL House. Bsmt suite ($850), 5bdrm, 3bath, Glenmore $2000+ utils. 250-4692322 FURNISHED 2BDRM lakshore home in Casaloma area. Avail. Sept 15th. NP, no children. $1700 incl. utils. Call Graham 250-212-1481 NO STRINGS ATTACHED! If we told you there’s a $45K non-repayable grant for a down payment on a brand new home, wouldn’t you want to know more? If you can make mortgage payments but haven’t been able to save a down payment, find out about Project Build II Attainable Housing program. Contact Gino Dal Ponte at 250.317.2707 or info@thepropertysource.ca

WESTBANK Furn. bungalow on waterscape. 45+. 2bd, 2 bth. Small dog OK.NS. $1100/mo incls utils. Avail Oct 1-March 1. 250-768-0837

Office/Retail AVAILABLE now, Central DT 830 sqft street level- retail or 2nd flr- office optional parking washroom new floor/paint. Call Agatha 250-769-7281 HWY 97 North, 1800sq’ of retail, 1500-3300sq’ of indust. & compound. Rutland area. 2000sq’ Retail. 250-765-3295 or 250-860-5239

Recreation AVAILABLE RIGHT AWAY!! BEACH FRONT COTTAGES Mabel Lake Lumby end, boat launch, docks. Reserve 250-542-3276

Rooms for Rent #1 Furn’d. Quiet DT area. Int, Cble, Utils. WD. Wrking/stdnt pref.From $400. 250-861-5757 2Bdrm New, $430 each Incl’s wireless net, & cable. NS ND. NP. 250-491-5816, 878-6576 ROOM for rent in condo, shared kitchen & bath. $500. No drugs/alcohol. Capri area, on bus route. 250-862-3530 RUTLAND. 1bd $400 all utils incl, w/d, cbl. For working person or student. NS, NP, NB, near bus. 250-862-9749, 250575-9109. Small trailer on acreage, single male only, $500/month. Call 250-317-2546.

RV Pads MONTHLY RV sites available at affordable rates. Full or partial in Kelowna. (250)868-1030

Senior Assisted Living Need Safety, Security and Peace of Mind? TWIN MAPLES SENIOR HOME

Looking for female roommate to share 2bd 2bath Condo on Casorso & KLO. No Drugs NP. 250-860-2390 Avail Now

Suites, Lower 1BD. 900sf., full ba., f/s, int/cble.,Sept 1, ns, np, nprtys, 1 person $675. Cpl. $800. 250-765-1623 after 5pm. 1BD bsmt-suite incl utils $750 prefer.NS NP working female Avail now 250-868-8155 1bdrm suite in Rutland, spacious & clean. Near UBC, Avail. Sept 1. 870-3294. 1BD w/o bsmt, Westside Rd. area. Lakeview, walk to beaches, sep ent, 2prking stalls. $750 incl cbl & utils. 1 pet negotiable. days: 250-8638077 eves: 250-769-0969 2BD, 1bth, WO, $950 utils incl. Westbank. Avail now. NS. NP. 250-769-7751, 864-4255 2BDRM + large den. Level entry daylight suite. 1500 sq.ft. Furn./un-furn. Great valley view. 5 min to airport. $1200/mo. All utils. incl. 250765-3365 2BD suite, Winfield, quiet, priv ent, FS, DW, WD, . $975 includes utils, cbl/water 1 sm pet ok NS, Avail Sept.15th 250766-1470, 250-870-1105 2BD utilities included, FS, WD, Available Sept. 1st, $850&half deposit. NS, NP. Rutland, 250762-9997. 3BDRMS Lakeview Heights W.Kelowna Beautiful W/O 1600sqft. NS. NP. $1600 incl uitils. westkelownaspa@gmail.com 250-215-0746 693 Mayfair Crt. 1bd suite, ground level, NP, NS, Nparties, avail now. $700 all incl. Every month inspection. Working person. 250-765-4594, 250-317-4015 BEAUTIFUL large 2bd legal suite, CA, utils, cable & int incl, shared lndry, adults only, NS, Nparties, NP. $900+ DD. 7690222 Cell 864-2178. NEWER 2bd suite, avail immed. Own ent, prking, nice yard. $750 incl utils. Quiet area. NS, NP. 250-712-2247 or 250-869-9663 N.GLENMORE, Avail Sept. 15, $800/mo+utils. 2bd, 1bath, 5 appliances. On city bus route, NS, NP. 250-763-0318. PEACHLAND Brand new W/O 1bdrm bsmt suite, all new appls. insuite laundry, covered patio, w / lakeview $950 for rent/lease including heat, light, cable. NS. Pet negot. Avail. Sept 1st (250)-212-6623 RUTLAND 2bd gr level, yard, Avail immed.Plaza 33. NP.NS $750+utils. 250-718-5160

Suites, Upper 1BDRM Suite. Shr’d W/D. L. Mission. $875/mo + utils. Avail Sept 1.250-215-1562

Townhouses AVAIL Oct 1. Must have ref’s. 2bd, 2 storey Townhouse corner unit in The Radius Complex. Outside priv access, hrdwd floors, FP, wall to ceiling windows, granite counters, 5 SS appls, 2bth, WD, ug prking, centrally located by Orchard Park. $1500+ utils. Call 250-718-8804 TOWNHOUSE for rent. 2bd +den, 2.5bth, garage, close to school, bus & shops, laminate flrs. Ref’s, $1200. Oct 1. Call 250-864-7502

Transportation Come and be a part of our Family! Private bdrms, beautiful gardens. Each bdrm has two pc ensuite. 24hr onsite staff, personal alarm system. Fresh cooked meals 3x a day plus snacks.

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Shared Accommodation 1BD, shared. $500. Available Now. Downtown area. Call (250)-212-8909 FEMALE pref. Lrg furn rm. Incl all utils, cbl, int, Avail. Sept 15th $450. (250)-870-7183. FURNISHED Room. $425, utils. incl. Big yard, bus route, Glenrosa area. 778-754-1217

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Cars - Domestic 1993 Buick Regal $200 Auto. Nice body & int. Runs, needs fuel pump. 250-215-3138 2000 Chevy Tracker. 141,000 KM, 5 spd, AWD, New soft top... $5000 obo. Call Ron 250-878-7405 2001 Volvo V70 XC AWD

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Due to the Labour Day weekend the deadline for classified ads in the Sept. 6 edition of The Capital News will be on

Friday, Sept. 2 at 11:00 Moving Must Sell 2 Beautiful Well kept cars. 1997 Ford Crown Victory & 1992 Chysler Dynasty both Fully Loaded. Both White Good Running Order 2 for $1500 Firm or $1000 each. Private Sale (778)-478-9608

Sport Utility Vehicle 1992 Toyota Landcruiser. Reduced to $10,000 obo. Body in great shape, all wheel drive, all the time, seats seven, power steering and windows, sunroof. For pictures and information email kparnell@shaw.ca. 1998 Chevy Blazer, LT, heated leather seats, sunroof, AC, compass, CD, AMFM, tape. 185,000kms, sturdy engine. Black, silver trim. $4395. 250212-8262. 2001 Nissan Path Finder, Luxury Edition. exc. cond. black leather int.w/heated front seats. Sunroof, ski & thule carrier incl 188K $9750. 1992 Plymouth Acclaim. Reliable & clean. 205K. $950. (250)5425660 pic’s on castanet.net 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Cars - Sports & Imports Black &Black One Owner B.C Car Accident Free Mint Condition In &Out All Equipped Like New Must See &Drive $8990 #41 DL#30312 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com

1987 BMW 325i, convertible w/removable hard top, 2.5L, 6cyl engine, 5spd, manual, disc ABS brakes, new cd player, good cond. $3,795. obo. 250-275-2676.

Auto 4x4 V6 2.7L Remote Starte A/C P/W P/L P/M Cruise Keyless Entry Alloy Wheels CD Player $10950 #46 DL#30312 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com

Trucks & Vans 2002

2001 VW Pasatt, 4 motion, V6, Automatic, Super-Low Kms, Fully Loaded Leather, Moon-Roof. $9500 FIRM Call 870-1105 or 766-1470. 2003 Subaru Outback AWD

Auto Leather Heated & P/Seat Dual Sunroof A/C P/W P/L Cruise Keyless Entry Alloy Wheels $7490 #60 DL#30312 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com

2004 BMW 325i

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Asking $9500 (250)-870 1105

Motorcycles 2000 Honda Valkyrie, 90,000 kms mint $9800 w/sirius radio $9400 without. 250-306-4782 2005 Harley Heritage Soft Tail in showroom condition. Loaded with options, too many to list. 53,000km. $13,700 obo. (250)546-3060 $AVE. End of Summer Sale. 2011 Electric Scooters $995-$1295. Buy now before they’re gone! scoot4u.com 1-866-203-0906/250-863-1123

Off Road Vehicles GOLF carts gas and elec $500/up, www.cartsplusbc.com then click on clearance clicknsave 250-7173946 1-866-886-6893 SINGLE ATV Trailer for sale. 15” tires. $300. Peachland. 250-767-0065

Recreational/Sale 5Speed 86000KM All Equipped Mint Condition In & Out Runs Like New One owner B.C Car Must See & Drive$12900 #47DL#30312 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com 2006 Kia Magentis Auto V6

LYLE’S TOWING Free removal of unwanted vehicles. Pay up to $1000 for good vehicles. Lots of used parts for sale. 765-8537

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SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

2.4L A/C Sunroof P/W P/L P/M Cruise CD Player Keyless Entry Alloy Wheels Accident Free Runs Great $5490 #45 Dl 30312 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com 2008 Chevy Impala power windows, locks. Sport pkg. 6 way drivers seat.Slate Grey. 70KM $12,900. 250-808-7869

1987 9’-6” Glider Camper, fridge, furnace, & countertop stove. $3,600 obo 1-(250)765-7958 1994 29’ Corsair 5th wheel, 1-slide, F/S microwave, A/C, shower, 2 propane tanks, $8,500 obo. 250-306-1434 2006 Arctic Fox 5th wheel, 27.5ft. 4 season coach, 2slides, sofa bed, dinette, lots of cupboards & drawers, power antenna, satellite ready, 4 new wheels & 10 ply tires, 3 waste tanks, BBQ & many extras $24,900. (250)549-7014 2009 Like new 28’ Cougar 5th wheel, 1 super slide Artic pkg twin sealed windows, 1/2 ton series, 7yr transferable warrenty. $29,500. 250-765-1633

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1981 & 1982 VW Pickups. Running cond. $1500 each or both for $2000. (250)379-2617 1995 Chev model 1500, 4x4, V6, silver, 287,000kms, $2,300obo (250)545-4442 2000 GMC Sierra, 1/2-ton 4x4, 185K, 4.8L, 4spd, auto, a/c, cruise/tilt, remote start, boxliner, canopy, well maintained, new fuel pump $8500 (250)546-9097 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport

153000 kms V6 3.3L A/C P/W P/L P/M Cruise Tilt CD Player Keyless Entry Runs Great $3690 #44 DL#30312 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com 2005 Dodge 3500 SLT, diesel, Ready for 5th Wheel, 1 owner 94K, $28,900 (250)540-0347 2005 Honda Odessy Van. Fully loaded, Clean & In Excellent Cond. $16,500. 250-765-2481 2006 F350 FX4 Lariat, ext cab long box, low kms, canopy, leveling kit, 35” tires, intake, chip. Reduced $26,000. 250549-0644 2006 Honda Odyssey EX. 125,000km. 8 Passenger. DVD player. Excellent condition. $17,000. 250-546-8777

Boats 19.5’ Bayliner Capris, w/cuddy, approx 200hrs, w/trailer, Pristine, $7000obo 250-558-0876 1998 SeaDoo 2 stroke, w/trailer, runs great, tons of fun, no room in garage. $1950. 250306-4782 or 306-3327 MARINE Tech Home Shop Service. 30yrs. Call Chuck 250-765-6104.

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IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BRITISH COLUMBIA BETWEEN: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BANK OF CANADA Plaintiff AND: 0861780 BC. LTD., operating as FIX AUTO, MICHAEL JOHN FLAMAN and WILLIAM ANDREW SPALDING Defendants ADVERTISEMENT TO: MICHAEL JOHN FLAMAN. TAKE NOTICE THAT on 17/AUGUST/2011 an order was made for service on you of a Notice of Civil Claim issued from the Kelowna Registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia in proceeding number S-91798 by way of this advertisement. In this proceeding, the Plaintiff claims the following relief against you: a claim for the balance outstanding under a loan from the Plaintiff to 08611780 BC Ltd.(operating as Fix Auto) for which you provided a personal guarantee. You must file responding pleading/response to Notice of Civil Claims within the period required under the Supreme Court Civil Rules failing which further proceedings, including judgment, may be taken against you without notice to you. You may obtain,from the Kelowna Registry,at 1355 Water Street,Kelowna, British Columbia,V1Y 9R3, a copy of the Notice of Civil Claim and the Order providing for service by his advertisement. The Advertisement is placed by the Plaintiff, Business Development Bank of Canada, whose address for service is care of Pushor Mitchell LLP, Lawyers. Attn: Alfred C. Kempf; 301-1665 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC. V1Y 2B3; Fax number (250)7629115

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INVITATION TO TENDER T11-096 Sound System for Kelowna Community Theatre Sealed tenders, clearly marked on the outside of the envelope with the words “T11-096 Sound System for Kelowna Community Theatre” will be received at the office of the City Clerk, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC up until 3 PM, Local Time, September 20, 2011. Tenders will be opened publicly at that time. The City reserves the right to reject any or all tenders, to waive defects in any bid or tender documents and to accept any tender or offer which it may consider to be in the best interest of the City. The lowest bid or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Tender documents may be obtained at no charge from the City of Kelowna website or from the City of Kelowna Purchasing Branch, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna BC V1Y 1J4. kelowna.ca

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Home and lot packages from $397,700 to $699,000 Lake view sites starting at $219,500 Home sites starting at $143,900 Select one of our Preferred Builders or choose your own. Call or visit our Sales Centre today. Open Mon to Fri 9-4

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hot properties

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4694 Stewart Road

• Upper Mission • House • Built 2003 • 3690 sq. ft. • 5 beds • 4 baths Come home to this updated 5 bdrm, 4 bthrm home, including space for an in-law or teenager suite. Boasting two laundry rooms. Let the main level area spill out into your extra-large backyard. MLS®10023237 $614,700 Dave Sutherland, Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty, 250-212-3979

1037-2440 Old Ok Hwy

• Westbank Centre • Manufactured Home • Built 2007 • 1540 sq. ft. • 3 beds • 2 bath 4 Year old near new home in Westbanks Sierras Westside community. This three bdrm & den home has all the upgrades offered plus more. Gourmet Stainless steel appliances & modern lighting making this home a must see. MLS®10034200 $199,997 Jennifer Williamson, Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty, 250-870-8118

3330 Hall Road

• South East Kelowna • Single Family • Built 1979 • 1833 sq. ft. • 4 beds • 3 baths One of a kind opportunity to own this rancher on a flat .42 acre lot. Recently updated & new attached double car garage plus bonus bdrm & bthrm make this home a must see. Enjoy this 4 bdrm, 3 bath home in a mature community. MLS®100233337 $499,700 Dave Sutherland, Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty, 250-212-3979

110-914 Craig Road

• North Rutland • Townhouse • Built in 2005 • 1855 sq. ft. • 3 beds • 4 baths Clean, bright & spacious. This 3 bed/4bath end unit townhome is in desirable Capstone Estates. Ideally situated & close to every amenity that a family could ever want. Tremendous value here with many upgrades in this quiet & inviting end unit! MLS®10028235 $324,000

CONTRIBUTED

CARL HARBERGER and his American Eskimo dog, Bently, appear by the solar heated pool and solar panels on the roof of the home in Chatworth, California. The 6,000-square foot home is believed to be the country’s largest residential installation of thin-film solar panels.

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Solar powered house uses special thin panel in place of bulkier ones Solar from B19 quented by trotting horses. He has been living in it for two years with his wife, two children and three dogs while planning the solar installation, which cost $160,000 before a DWP rebate of about $50,000. A federal tax credit will be about $30,000.

The panels are made by Uni-Solar, based in Auburn Hills, Mich., and were installed by ADR Solar Solutions, a Woodland Hills, Calif., firm that specializes in thin-film solar. Like most homeowners who go solar, Harberger considered the bulkier panels that are commonplace across the country.

But the metal-sheet construction and curvature of his roof led him to Uni-Solar thin film. Mounted on the southern- and western-facing sections of the roof, the thin film can better handle seasonal differences in the sun’s patterns and maximize electricity generation. The uppermost portion of the panels will perform

better in the summer; the lowermost panels will do better in the winter. “Right now, our electricity use is balanced,” Harberger said, adding that his family will use as much electricity as it generates, on one condition. “If I can control my kids,” he said. “I tell them to watch the smallest TV possible.”

NYROSE & Associates RANKED BC’S #1*TEAM AT COLDWELL BANKER ®

Trever Florko, Century 21 Assurance Realty LTD., 250-859-5990

1131 Montrose Place

• Glenmore • Single Family House • Built 1969 • 1848 sq. ft. • 5 beds • 2 baths ATTENTION FAMILIES!!! AFFORDABLE 5 bdrm FAMILY HOME with lots of updates, Hwd floors, private deck & 16x38 i/g POOL on Montrose Pl. Updates incl new roof in 2006, furnace & HWT replaced last yr, & more. Lots of parking, room for shop. MLS®10027345 $424,900

Shauna Nyrose Marketing Manager

Jen Williamson Licensed Realtor® Buyer Specialist

Darcy Nyrose Licensed Realtor® Listing Specialist

Dave Sutherland Licensed Realtor® Buyer Specialist

Tiffany Munsey Licensed Realtor® Buyer Specialist

Be a part of 2011 Success!

Ryan Peterson, Royal LePage Kelowna, 250-870-8880

103-440 Hartman

• North Rutland • Townhouse • 3 beds • 3 baths • Built 2006 • 1365 sq.ft. Fabulous family home across from the park with sunny patio, chic espresso maple kitchen with island, parking in the garage, driveway for entry to main level. 3 beds & 3 baths. Playground on site. Pets welcome. Dog park across the street! MLS®10029086 $315,800

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A purchase plus mortgage can help with immediate upgrades

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hen looking for a home, do you think “what a beautiful home with a great yard, too bad the kitchen is outdated?” With the purchase plus improvements program, you are in luck. This program can open the door for you to get into the home and update it with your dream kitchen or spa like ensuite. It also saves you any inconvenience or hassle of arranging a second loan after closing.

Now you can purchase a home, renovate it the way you like and pay for it all in one mortgage payment at first mortgage rates.The purchase plus improvements mortgage is possible with Genworth (GE) or CMHC insurance. This mortgage can be done by putting as little as five per cent of the improved value down. For example, if you purchased a home for $300,000 and wanted to do $50,000 worth of renovations, GE or CMHC

will insure a mortgage based on 95 per cent of the improved value. In other words, with a down payment of $17,500 (five percent) GE or CMHC will insure a mortgage of $332,500. The key for this working is that the cost of the renovations has to be reflected in the improved value of the house. In this example, GE or CMHC would have to agree that the house would have a value of at least $350,000 after the $50,000 worth of pro-

posed renovations was done. The insured loan will be based on the lower of the purchase price plus the actual cost of improvements or the “as improved” market value. The following information needs to be prepared by the contractor to be submitted along with your application to the lender. Renovations: • Description of the work • Types of materials being installed with applicable quantities

• Total cost of all work including applicable taxes Additions: • Description of work • Copy of drawings • Cost breakdown of all proposed work such as: • Excavation and foundations • Exterior finish • Framing • Interior wall and ceiling finish • Windows and exterior doors • Finish carpentry such as trim, doors, and kitchen cabinets • Electrical

• Interior painting • Plumbing • Finish flooring • Heating • Site work and landscaping Important Remin ders: • Make the offer conditional for a longer than normal conditional period—10 business days. • Get estimates immediately after accepted offer. • Full application cannot be submitted until estimates are in. • All work has to be completed and receipts sub-

mitted together to release funds. • A walk-through appraisal maybe required at the borrower’s expense. Of Prime Interest is a collaboration of mortgage professionals Kristin Rosdal 250-878-3007 or kristin@kelownahomemortgages.ca ; Arlyne Wilson 250-862-1818 or awilson@lenderapproved. ca .Darwyn Sloat 250718-4117 or dsloat@kelownahomemortgages. ca ; Trish Balaberde 250470-8324 or trishb@kelownahomemortgages.ca

CONTRIBUTED

SUNLIGHT flows into the living room of Carl Harberger and his family home in

Chatsworth, California. The 6,000-square foot house is believed to be U.S.’s largest residential installation of thin-film solar panels. The 26-kilowatt system generates electricity for the air conditioning, heating and water heating, including the pool.

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—an advantage in earthquake country _ and unlike bulky bracketed panels, thin-film doesn’t need to be drilled into the roof, reducing the risk of leaks. Harberger’s installation will power not only his lighting, electronics and air conditioning, but also systems that would traditionally be juiced

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with natural gas. The thin film will heat all the water for the home and run the forcedair heating system as well as the clothes dryer and oven. “There are so many advantages to going all electric with very little natural gas,” Harberger said. Outside, natural gas powers a barbecue grill and an auxiliary heater for a shallow pool that is otherwise warmed by the sun or an electric heater. Inside, natural gas is used only for the kitchen cook top and a living room fireplace. Less natural gas indoors means fewer vents to shuttle carbon monoxide outside, resulting in a less cluttered exterior. Harberger, 49, designed the house, which sits on a quiet street fre-

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Los Angeles—Carl Harberger’s 6,000-squarefoot house in the Chatsworth neighborhood of Los Angeles is equipped with six refrigerators, five TVs, a smattering of computers and a pool, among other things—enough to draw the wagging finger of the eco-minded if it were not for what Harberger has on his roof. By the end of the month, the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power is expected to flip the switch on the home’s 24-kilowatt installation of thin-film solar panels, bringing to life what is believed to be the largest residential installation of its kind in the country. The thin-film panels generate about 50 percent less electricity per square foot and cost about 10 percent more than tradition-

al photovoltaic panels, but the flexible film can handle curved surfaces and integrate less obtrusively into a home’s silhouette. It’s also lighter weight

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THIS SHOW HOME in Kettle Valley in Kelowna features a very European inner courtyard, which is accessed off the large living room that is open the house’s second floor.

Courtyard living in Kelowna Bobbi-Sue Menard CONTRIBUTOR

Dreamy, artistic landscapes of the Italian countryside almost always feature a home with a courtyard. And now that that aesthetic vision has been built in Kelowna. Pars Construction has a new show home at 433 Audubon Court in Kettle Valley that evokes the romantic architecture of Tuscany. From the front of the home, the architectural influences are easy to see. North American necessities such as the two car garage are sheathed

in stonework around detailed garage doors and punctuated with wrought iron lantern style lighting. The barrel vaulted porch covering leads to an old world style, eight foot solid wood entry door. The first elements of the home to fall into your line of vision as you step through the front entry are the banks of window illuminated by the courtyard in the centre of the home. The courtyard is the breathing hub of this house. Open to the sky two stories above, the roof is crossed by a series of timber beams.

A self-contained water fall completes the space. The courtyard floor is fully heated with a complete drainage system. In the winter snow will melt effortlessly away for full usability year round. To balance the drama of the courtyard the main floor of the home features cabinetry with clean lines, extensive stone work, and deep crown molding. The interior textures start with seven-inch hickory hardwood floors and warm paint effects on feature walls. The glass set French doors that open onto the courtyard are completed

with traditional glass transoms. The kitchen is lovely. With an oversized centre island in front of a professional 36-inch Kitchen Aid ranges set into a rock wall. There is a window seat bench down the one side of the space. The very large walk in pantry is able to stock almost any supplies imaginable. The coffered ceiling adds further definition to the large space. The living room while grand is kept cozy by the scale of the fireplace surround and mantle. To access the upstairs, the articulated stairwell

opens onto a second floor gallery that is open to the living room below on one side with windows to the courtyard on the other. The traditional style influences of the home are balanced with a consistent visual return to wide open space. The top floor has four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Each bedroom is completed with a walk in closet full of built in custom cabinetry. Both the master suite and the second main suite have full ensuite baths. In the master bath, the freestanding tub is set on a heated oversized tile floor. The

glass shower is completed with a pebble rock work floor. The top floor also has access to private ‘bell tower’ a covered deck above the entry way. This retreat like space has walls fully clad in rock work and looks out over Kettle Valley to the lake in the distance. The home has plenty of place to play. The fully finished basement includes a full wet bar, space for a billiard room, family room, a fifth bedroom for guests with a bathroom and a surround sound system. There is room for and eventual pool in the back

yard. The owner will never have to worry about privacy as the lot butts up against designated green space. The mechanical systems of the home include a high-efficiency heating system zoned for each floor. For the home owner looking to live in old world stylings modern convenience this home is like nothing else on the market. Show home hours are Saturday and Sunday 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 433 Audobon Court. For a private viewing contact Naze Khajavi at 250 860-6770.

Home-sites starting at $143,900. Lake view sites starting at $219,500. Call or visit our Sales Centre today Open Mon to Fri 9-4 and Sat & Sun 12-5

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