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A major communication problem between the Central Okanagan School District and parents at Kelowna Secondary School devolved into a heated situation over the Christmas break. On Tuesday, Dec. 9, parents at the school were informed the school district would be switching the high school to a semester system, making classes two-and-a-half hours long and ensuring subjects lasted for one half of the year. The communiqué, which was given to the school’s Parent Advisory Council, indicated a variety of input, research and data had gone into the decision, and provided a table of reasons for the decision. The parents say they were unaware the issue was even on the table, however, and feel they have been effectively brushed off by the board of education trustees they See Policy A12
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▼ WEST NILE VIRUS
Study finds limited impact in B.C. from disease Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER
Across B.C. last year, the only positive test results for West Nile Virus were in the Central Okanagan, And that only involved one human, one magpie and four crows being detected with the disease, according to the annual survey report prepared
by Ken Cooper, senior environmental health specialist with the B.C. Centre for Disease Control. He wouldn’t identify the person, but said it was the non-neurological version of the virus, so was less severe than it could have been. Cooper said there isn’t as much favourable habitat here for the species of mosquitoes most likely to
carry the disease as there is on the prairies. Both 2003 and 2007 were bad years for WNV in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Alberta. In Canada, activity peaked in 2007 with 2,353 WNV infections in 2007, and in the U.S., it peaked in 2006, with 4,052 infections. While the culex tarsalis species likes hot weather
such as in the southern interior in summer, Cooper said the culex pipiens prefers cooler weather. Both prefer birds, although they will also go after humans, but the most common mosquito in this area is the aedes mosquito, which breeds in floodwater such as accumulates during spring snowmelt and it prefers the blood of humans.
Since WNV is a disease of birds that is spread by mosquitoes, it is the culex species which are of most concern. As well, Cooper points out, the mosquito has to lay more than one batch of eggs in a season. The female mosquito is the biter because she requires a blood meal before laying her eggs. She would have to bite
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Drug smugglers would be best served by keeping their travel plans straight when talking to border guards, one American couple is now learning. A Washington State couple is being held in police custody as they await charges related to allegedly smuggling a massive quantity of cocaine over the Canadian border. Scott Fleming Powers, 49, and Diane Marie Green Powers, 55, arrived at the Carson port of entry leading into Grand Forks just before 10 a.m. Dec. 16, 2010 “They said they were going to Grand Forks for shopping, and planning a secondary trip to Kelowna,” said Eron Labadie, superintendant of the Canada Border Services Agency, during a Wednesday afternoon press conference in Kelowna. Upon further questioning, the couple’s story shifted, triggering border guard suspicion and a vehicle search. As inspectors started combing through the couple’s 2007 Dodge Caravan, they caught the scent of fresh pot. In short order they came upon a small stash of marijuana and while Const. Michael McLaughlin, a media relations officer for the RCMP Federal Criminal Operations, surmised some would have ended the search there, guards continued on. That’s when they
lations officer (left), and Eron Labadie (right), a superintendent with the Canada Border Services Agency, spoke in Kelowna Thursday of a large cocaine seizure at the Canada-U.S. border. Robbin Walterhouse (below), a dog handler for Canada Border Services Agency, and his dog Spud, first detected the hidden cocaine in the rear of the mini van.
found two hidden compartments in the couple’s “Stow and Go” minivan. “Seats usually fold down, into the compartment, but they were removed and non Stow and Go seats went in,” he said. “They were clicked in to make it look like it wasn’t a Stow and Go vehicle.” In a compartment that had been rigged with electronic hatches and LED lighting, guards found the
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“Depending on how it’s packaged and sold, it could be worth a lot more,” he said. For the time being the Powers are being held at an undisclosed location as they await a Jan. 13 court date to deal with one count of Importation of a Controlled Substance, Section 6(1) CDSA, and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking s. 5(2) CDSA. McLaughlin said
American police had been monitoring the Republic, WA couple though they had no significant criminal record, which was reflected in the charges they currently face. Police and border guards are also unaware if the jaunt across the border is something the couple did regularly, the ultimate destination of the drugs or if they have ties to organized crime. Those issues, said
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Count in the Central Okanagan was pretty average. It didn’t even break the 100 species target that coordinator Chris Charlesworth had set, with only 98 counted. That included a peregrine falcon spotted chasing pigeons over Chichester Bird Sanctuary and a gyrfalcon perched on a power pole on the west side of Dilworth Mountain. There was also a lesser black-backed bull spotted at the landfill, a blacktoed woodpecker along the Gillard Forest Service Road and several rubycrowned kinglets in different parts of the region. Penticton had 102 species and Vernon 88 this year. You can lower your eyes from the sky to the ground for the upcoming annual general meeting of the Friends of the South Slopes Society next week, with guest speaker Jessica Hobden, habitat biologist and assistant coordinator of the South Okanagan Similkameen Invasive Plant Society. Her topic will be Stop the Spread: Managing Invasive Plants.
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A FLOCK of starlings take a breather from feeding in a local vineyard to hang out on the power lines.
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Student federation wants education costs reduced A campaign entitled “Education Shouldn’t be a Debt Sentence” currently underway to generate public attention to the record-high debt being accumulated by students to acquire a post-secondary education made its way to the Okanagan College campus on Thursday. The campaign has four main intents: • to re-establish a provincial student grants program, • eliminate interest on B.C. student loans, • restore per-student funding for universities and colleges, and • reduce tuition fees. “Never before have students in B.C. been forced this deep into debt, just to get a basic diploma or degree. For tens of thousands of students in the province, education has actually become a debt sentence,” said Michaela Johnson, chairman of the Okanagan College Students’ Union at the Kelowna campus of OC. Jordan Haynes, external coordinator for the OCSE local 53 and a political science student at Okanagan College, said the campaign wants to enlighten students
as to how government policies is adding to their costs to get a post-secondary education. Haynes said the CFS hopes to meet with the minister for advanced education in the coming weeks to discuss costs facing college students, such as facing tuition rate hikes that are beyond annual rates of inflation. But the student federation’s challenge to influence government took a perplexing twist in Premier Gordon Campbell’s last cabinet shuffle. “Instead of being under one ministry, colleges fall under one ministry and university issues fall under another. Responsibility for colleges falls under the same ministry as the pine beetle problem,” Haynes said. “That thinking has raised a lot of questions with us. We’re kind of waiting for the dust to settle to see how this will all play out,” he added, noting Campbell’s replacement may bring a about another cabinet responsibility shuffle.
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as one tertiary service delivered over two sites. “Joanne has also worked with numerous stakeholders to move the Kelowna-Vernon Hospitals and Interior Heart and Surgical Centre projects forward and she has played a key role in the development of the (UBC) medical school (at KGH). “She has put a strong foundation in place for our tertiary services portfolio and I am confident we will continue to build
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Preventative steps need to be continued Disease from A1 magpies, some raptors are also susceptible, said Cooper. Aside from humans, horses are susceptible to WNV and it can be fatal for them as well, but there is a vaccination available. In people, the disease takes three to 14 days to incubate, and if it isn’t fatal, lifetime immunity results. While Cooper said the disease is likely here to stay, he’s not predicting a high level of activity. That will vary depending on weather, but he said they intend to continue to work with local governments to take preventive measures and to continue mosquito trapping and testing. The areas of most concern are Richmond, the Fraser Valley and the Okanagan. Provincial wildlife vet-
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Application process to be outlined for non profit groups In 2011, the Central Okanagan Foundation will administer $80,000 in Community Social Development Grants and $22,000 in Grants to Address the Sexual Exploitation of Youth on behalf of
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So winter weather doesn’t dampen riders’ dreams of their favourite sport, the Kelowna and District Safety Council is organizing its seventh annual bus trip to the Vancouver Motorcycle Show at the Abbotsford Tradex facility on Jan. 22 and 23. The Vancouver Motorcycle Show is B.C.’s largest motorcycle event. Part of a cross-country show tour, all the major manufacturers of motorcycles, scooters and ATVs travel coast to coast with their huge corporate exhibits to offer the riding community its first
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hours at the show. New this year, KDSC is offering people the option of traveling to the show on Saturday morning and returning Sunday evening. “We’ve had quite a few inquiries in the past from people who were interested in an overnight trip,” said Tania Meyer, executive director of the KDSC. “They either wanted to spend two days at the show, or they wanted to spend the second day visiting with friends or shopping.” The overnight travel option is available for
an additional $40 and discounted rates have been arranged at the nearby Best Western if people don’t have relatives to stay with. A special She Rides Nite, which will be MC’d by local radio personality Jasmin Doobay, is also planned for after the show on the Saturday. The buses being used are comfortable charter buses and there will be draws for motorcycle related prizes as well as movies en route. The cost includes admission to the show via the VIP entrance; note
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Academic advice can be overwhelming and confusing L ast month, I had a young man in my office who was disgruntled over the service he had received, not only from Okanagan College, but from post-secondary institutions in general. He graduated from high school about four years ago and went directly into a Bachelor of Arts program at a university in Alberta. After one year he returned home and enrolled at the Kelowna campus of Okanagan College. A year later he enrolled in UBC Okanagan and after one semester, came back to Okanagan College. His issue with the system was based on the advice that he received from various people during the last four years. He felt that no one ever gave him a clear answer on anything, which made it really difficult for him to plan what courses to take and what credential to work towards. His biggest concern was over the system in general because
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to the college’s business administration program which might take another two years if not more, or should he opt out of school and work fulltime? This young man had good grades, he was bright and articulate and as far as I was concerned had a good future ahead of him. I really wanted to tell him to suck it up and stay in school, but I knew that wasn’t the answer he was looking for. His parents had probably told him the same thing. So we talked for about an hour and at the end of the conversation he told me that when he graduated from high school, he didn’t want to go to university right away. He didn’t think he was ready. But his mom forced him to go, which resulted in a move to a new city. By the time he was in the middle of his first semester, he realized he wanted to be at home, and didn’t do as well as he could have because he was in a place he didn’t
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future. He is too young to see where work fits into his life. And as far as I am concerned, he is too smart to waste his life working at a job he doesn’t like. So where do we go from here? I think he needs to set a goal and stick with it. I also believe he needs to look at an applied program where he can see a direct correlation between what he is studying and a career outcome.
He would find this in the college’s Business Administration program where he can use many of the credits he has already earned. He should also consider career counseling to really figure out what kind of work appeals to him. And finally, if you are a parent and your teenager has big reservations about going to college or university, be ready to compromise and look for solutions.
Consider having them stay at home and study locally, maybe even parttime study with parttime work (there is nothing better than a lousy job with poor pay to motivate someone to work harder at school). Having your support will make it much easier for them to be successful. Jane Muskens is the registrar at Okanagan College. jmuskens@okanagan.bc.ca
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anuary could be bleak for seniors living in publicly funded care homes, most of whom will be paying significantly more for care this year than they did two years ago. A senior with income of $22,000, for example, will pay an extra $1,956 in 2011 compared to 2009 while others will pay much more because 80 per ent of their after-tax income will go to pay for care. This policy will have a harsher effect on dependent spouses,
who have always relied on their husband’s pension. They will find it particularly hard to pay the higher fees and still cover the costs of medicine, dental care and add-on care home services such as television and the telephone because the family’s income will be significantly reduced under the 80 per cent rule. These are the women from traditional families who chose not to work during their childbearing years and have limited
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it appears the government did everything it could to make the new fee structure more equitable for British Columbians. It lowered the fees for 25 per cent of seniors, split the rate increase over two years to make it easier for people to adjust, and public care still costs half of what it costs in private facilities. But for a vast majority of seniors, this policy appears to have some unintended consequences and they face some serious belttightening in 2011.
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hoever came up with the idea of New Year’s resolutions in January was a sadist. It may be a calendar start in the western world, but cloud cover and abundant supplies of carbohydrates aren’t inspiration to get a new lease on life. They’re inspiration to get a happy lamp, a pair of pants with an elasticized waist and an extra-strength pair of Spanks. Just ask old St.Nick. He’s not retiring to his rocker in the North Pole soaking in adverts on how to be a
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sion of himself in the year ahead. No, he’s getting into a red velour leisure suit and riding out the rest of winter eating bon bons with Kathy the sugar plum fairy. Michaels He and his band of merry elves will kick into gear after a sensible holiday reprieve, I’m sure of it. In more southerly climes, however, pressure to embrace the “newyear, new-me” mantra at the most inopportune time is far less pliable than velour. And the worst of it comes from the fitness industry. Just ask the hun-
dreds of Okanaganites parting with their hard earned cash and heading to local gyms in search of their waistline. There, they’ll work themselves into a frenzy they allegedly feel good about for a few months and forget all about it by the time spring rolls around. Trust me, I’ve done it for the last couple of years and I’ve become familiar, if not intimate, with the sight of the fair-weather resolution keeper. In the early days of our rehabilitation, we get to the gym with the best of clothes and shoes, eyes sparkling with the knowledge we’re doing something good for ourselves. A few weeks in, we linger lon-
ger at the mirror, sweaty, eyes a bit vacant, looking for the results of such hard work. That gym mirror, in my estimation, thins our numbers like tar sands near bird populations. There we’re all just well-fed lambs, being led into a new-year, new-me self-esteem slaughter—excuse my metaphor mixing. It’s no wonder that those folks who make the lap band are making moves to stretch into all corners of the market. As of today, Health Canada allows them to be made available to the morbidly obese who have run out of options. Now there’s a pent up demand among those who aren’t experiencing faltering health as a result of
their lifestyle choices—aka us casual resolution failures. And I fear the sales pitch is bound to get as loud as those pesky diet commercials. I say all of this could be squared away in a much simpler manner— let’s just change the calendar. No more new year’s resolutions in winter, save them for spring when it feels good to get outside and naturally shed what you’ve accumulated in the grey days of winter. So, with that I wish you happy January as I save my resolutions and salutations for March. Kathy Michaels is a staff reporter for the Kelowna Capital News. kmichaels@kelownacapnews.com
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Repercussions with change to KSS timetable To the editor: One week before the Christmas break, parents and students of Kelowna Secondary School were surprised to learn that KSS was switching from a linear timetable to semestered one. Many parent’s initial response was along the lines of: “Well, I went to a semestered school, what’s the big deal?” But was their timetable made up of two classes per day, each class 2 1/2 hours long? Doubtfully.
KSS has been linear since 1986. Why? One reason may be that it is the only French Immersion secondary school in the district. The importance of speaking a second language daily cannot be overstated. By Grades 11 and 12, this could very easily not happen in a semestered system. KSS has a highly competitive AAA athletic program requiring extensive travel to the coast. The same applies for students in the highly regarded
music programs who travel to competitions. Miss a class in a linear timetable and it’s an hour and 15 minutes to make up— under a semestered system it’s twice that. Students in Advanced Placement classes wishing to write the exams may do so only in May. This means they could have up to four months between active instruction and the exam. Administrators championing this change say it would allow access to more than one school per
semester. How exactly would the students get safely from school to school? Course repetition is another area that is supposed to be enhanced. Our transition rates for Grade 10s and 11s are currently 92 per cent to 95 per cent. Year after year, the School Planning Council at KSS is given data from the district clearly showing KSS students are succeeding beautifully. If this is the case, why fix something that is not broken. Please attend a short
meeting in the multi-purpose room at KSS on Tuesday, Jan. 11th at 7 pm. We must send a message to the Central Okanagan school district board of trustees and senior administration that the parents and students of KSS deserve due process, especially when it comes to how and in what context education is delivered to our children. Sandy MacKay, chair, KSS PAC Donna McHattie, academic chair, SPC Rep.
Politicians should have merit-pay system To the editor: Re: A merit-pay system for teachers. By promising to push for a merit-pay system for teachers, (B.C. Liberal leadership candidate) Kevin Falcon demonstrated that he believes in self-promotion, union-baiting and political polarization. When the Liberal party members vote for their new leader, I hope they will reject him for his divisive and confrontational politics.
If Falcon was sincerely interested in improving education, he would not antagonize educators but involve them in a non-politicized process to find new ways to improve our schools. A union’s first responsibility is to its membership; however, the B.C. Teachers Federation (BCTF) claims it puts children’s interests first. If this is true, then the BCTF should be given the opportunity to develop pragmatic
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the best way is for people to report them through the Bird Banding Lab. This can be done by telephone 1-800-327-BAND (2263) or by the Internet. If people Google “report bird band” they will get a link to: http://www.reportband.gov/ and can easily work through the reporting process. It is really valuable to us scientists to get information about these birds. The public doesn’t have to report every time they see an individual bird, but if they can report every different year/location (say a movement of more than 10 miles) and collar, that is important.
The public input makes the tax dollars we have spent stretch further; that is, we get more information for the work we have already done. Resighting information tells us where birds go during migration and winter and will be used in a model to estimate “survivorship” of the birds. Survivorship, in lay terms, is how long they live and what proportion live to each age. So far, 68 per cent of the birds from the northern Alaska Peninsula have been resighted, which is a phenomenally high percentage of the banding effort. Although tundra swans are large,
Quality of life indicator for B.C. To the editor: [0] Outgoing struggle for both the BC Liberal Party and the New Democrats to get their act together. [-1] A proposed teacher performance plan by BC Liberal leadership hopeful Kevin Falcon. And a Death Star. [-4] Ex-solicitor general Kash Heed’s office kept a list of naughty cops. Would have saved paper if he’d listed only the nice ones. [0] No court is open on Christmas. Since then, however, Kangaroo court has been in session.
[0] A provincial study advocates downsizing the care for the elderly. Or removing the moat. [+5] B.C. municipalities consider banning discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. However the NDP will elect their leader by quota. [+2] Gordon Campbell resigns. Christy Clark logical replacement, confirmed after other declared candidates speak. [+4] Amalgamation of police services might have prevented escalating gang violence. As might have appointing a smarter
solicitor general. [-1] The only NDP leadership candidate says he will try again in 2011 for the removal of wasteful marijuana legislation. Also wants to outlaw soy cheese, non-alcoholic beer and charades. [0] The City of Victoria is poised for another tough year of spending by city council. But I thought our fiefdoms were guaranteed in the city charter. [+3] The province puts a 30-day hold on listening to residents. William Perry, Victoria
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Swan sighting gives valuable info to biologists To the editor: Jennifer Smith’s article (Swan On Lake Dances Through Scientific Study, Dec. 15 Capital News) reached me by a circuitous route. A woman who lives in your circulation area is the grandmother of the wife of one of my seasonal employees. They alerted me to a similar article last year. I see that this bird was sighted at Kelowna the first week of December, 2010. I have not had a report through “official channels” of the bird in British Columbia this fall. Regarding bird reports, I am happy to get them any way I can, but
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easily sighted waterfowl, it is surprising that basic information like survivorship is pretty hard to get, and we currently have little to none of that type of information, especially for the western flyway birds. Just a little more information for you. Craig Ely coordinates much of the tundra swan research in Alaska. He works for US Geological Survey—the Alaska Science Center. I work for a sister agency, the US Fish and Wildlife Service. This particular bird was banded under my banding permit at the Alaska Peninsula/Becharof NWR. This bird carries the blue and white neck collar and a leg band. Craig implanted satellite transmitters in 50
birds, 10 in our area and 40 in other parts of the state. The satellite transmitter birds are marked with a leg band, but not with a neck collar. That is, this bird does not carry a satellite transmitter. Yes, they are all part of a larger study on avian influenza. As Craig probably told you, this bird (P944) was banded on July 29, 2009 on a small lake south west of King Salmon, Alaska during feather molt. It has been reported as resighted by your newspaper last December and again by another observer in February 2010, again in Kelowna. Susan Savage, wildlife biologist, Alaska Peninsula/ Becharof NWR, King Salmon, Alaska
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said Sandy MacKay, the school’s PAC president. The PAC contends the school has graduation rates in the 90-plus percentile range and is effectively adopting a don’t-rockthe-boat strategy, noting they see no educational basis for the change. “The trend in education is toward choice,” said MacKay, pointing out that’s why some high schools have programs
that bridge into BCIT and some have options like offering a hockey academy, leaving KSS on a yearlong system provides another choice to parents and students. The parents are concerned, she noted, because the move could make it harder for athletes and music students to keep pace when they miss class for extra circular activities as the classes
are much longer. But superintendent Hugh Gloster said that “choice” is exactly what’s driving the move. Gloster says the issue is one hotly debated throughout the province and one that really hit the school district’s radar in 2003. Over the course of the last three years, the idea of getting all high schools on the same semestered timetable has been debated so much Gloster believes he needs to make a decision so that everyone can move
forward. The communiqué delivered to the parents provided them with a full month to raise their concerns, he said, although he did apologize for the timeline. Gloster noted he does now see that it would have been difficult for the PAC to get parents’ attention over the holidays. But there is a compelling argument for making the change, he contends. “I don’t believe either model is going to deliver better educational outcomes for
students,” he said, noting it’s really just about giving students more options. With a semestered system, a student who fails a class has the opportunity to retake it immediately in the next semester rather than waiting for the next year. Students trying to pick up classes can also travel to any other school in the district to do so if every school is operating under the semester system. For now, the superintendent said the school district is not married to
the proposed change and will stay the course if parents can come up with a compelling argument to do so. “None of this is being considered because of financial savings,” he said. “It’s because of more opportunity for students.” Meetings begin next week to get the matter sorted out. An information session will be held Tuesday, Jan. 11, to give KSS parents a chance to understand the issue from both sides, and air grievances. jsmith@kelownacapnews.com
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Child poverty reduction plan long overdue for our province
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bout a month ago I wrote a column incorporating the recent statistics showing B.C. has the highest rate of child poverty in our country—for the seventh year in a row. In that column, and several others over the past few years, I have highlighted some of the many ways in which poverty negatively affects not only the physical and mental health of an individual, but also the health and productivity of our society as a whole. It seems obvious to me that one of the first and best ways to improve our province would be to put forth a real strategy for reducing poverty. This doesn’t need to be overly difficult—there are some key areas we could improve that would make a great difference in the lives of many. A real plan for more affordable housing would help many individuals and families get off the street. A better minimum wage would help the working poor afford appropriate shelter and food. Increased social assistance
amounts would ensure dignity for those without work or who cannot work due to disability. Although these are just a few areas Paul where improvement Latimer could make a big difference, our provincial government has shown a lack of true concern for the plight of the poor. There has been very little leadership shown in this area over the past few years. Now there is a real call for a plan in B.C. The B.C. Poverty Reduction Coalition is calling on all of us to get involved in several initiatives to encourage our government to take action against poverty. Bill C-304 is a new act to ensure adequate affordable housing across Canada. This was introduced by the federal NDP party as a step toward a national housing strategy and would provide needed support to provincial efforts. You can support this bill by writing to your local federal representatives and also to Gilles Duceppe, the
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leader of the Bloc Quebecois, as the support of that party is necessary to keep this bill moving forward. An all-party committee of Parliament has also recently put forward a report calling the federal government to commit to an action plan to reduce poverty in Canada. The more the public calls for this report to be heeded, the better its chances. A federal plan would likely lead to good support for all the individual provinces. While the majority of provinces and territories have already committed to anti-poverty strategies, B.C. has yet to follow suit despite our poor track record in this area. Now is the time to let our voices be heard on this matter. With Gordon Campbell heading out, we need to ensure the new leader of our province truly takes leadership on this issue and helps B.C. gain credibility not only for being the most beautiful place to live, but also the best place to live in Canada. Paul Latimer is a psychiatrist and president of Okanagan Clinical Trials. 250-862-8141 dr@okanaganclinicaltrials.com
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t is the cold and flu season. I had a lulu of a flu over the Christmas holidays. Most of you have done it; if you haven’t, you probably will at some point in the future, all under the supervision of your doctor. There may be a strong need for antibiotics for most of us at one time in our lives. However, today most physicians are frowning on the automatic prescription of antibiotics when compared to past practices. The Alberta Medical Association has recently embarked on a large media blitz swaying the
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Markus Thiel masses from overuse of antibiotics for every little thing. Let’s face it, if you need them, you really need them. In some circumstances, it will save your life. But nowadays it is common practice for physicians to dissuade their patients from their use if they’re seen as not absolutely necessary.
Recently there was an article published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal that looked at the patients and the doctor’s perspective of a successful office visit. The study found that patients who were unwell and seeking medical intervention, found the office visit to be a failure if the MD did not prescribe antibiotics. Further, the MD felt frustrated when the patient could not understand that the antibiotic would not help their patient, given their pathology. Don’t get mad at your MD if they are not giving you antibiotics, they are
looking our for your best interest. It is well documented that the more antibiotics you receive, the more resistance you will develop to their ability to help in the future. Some will develop a sensitivity or allergy to the drug. If there comes a day that you really need antibiotics, you will need them to work well and efficiently. MDs are now using them sparingly, for this reason. Remember, our body’s internal balance— its ability to exist—depends on our body’s own inherent bugs. Yes, your body is loaded with bacteria; these are the good
guys—the helpful form of bacteria. Our intestinal tract depends on them to function properly. Without them you cannot digest and absorb your food effectively. We need the good bacteria to live. Herein lies the problem with antibiotic overuse or their improper application. Often it kills the friendly bacteria along with the not-so-friendly bacteria. I had one physician say to me: “It’s like killing a fly with a shot gun.” It is important to restore the healthy bacteria after the use of antibiotics. The American Journal of Psychiatry found
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THANK YOU KELOWNA There is nothing typical about people who need assistance from Food Banks. They are families and single people, seniors and students, people with and without disabilities, homeowners and renters. Though a large number rely on income benefits, they are also, more then ever- working people. They come from the urban and rural areas of every province and territory. They are the parents of your child’s friend, your mother’s elderly neighbour, the man who sells you a newspaper every morning and always has a smile to share.
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s a veterinarian, I encounter many cat lovers and owners concerned and puzzled about a disease potentially transmitted by cats, called toxoplasmosis. Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by the parasite called toxoplasma gondii. This parasite has a bad reputation as being a cause of abortions, hence many cats are being given away or even abandoned when there is a pregnant woman in the household. Some people decide not to give away their cat
velopment taking place in the body of many mammals. The lifecycle of the parasite is one of prey and predator, the “prey� being many mammals such as sheep, goats, cows, pigs, etc. Those animals are the intermediate host of the parasite. Humans are also considered intermediate hosts of the parasite. The other hosts of the parasites are the members of the feline family including domestic cats. Cats, being predators, eat infected meat of the infected intermediate
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or the third and most concerning to people is from a pregnant mother to her fetus if a woman contracts the disease while pregnant. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that more than 60 million people in the United States may carry the toxoplasma parasite, but very few have symptoms because a healthy immune system usually keeps the parasite from causing illness. Another very important fact to know is that if a pregnant woman got ex-
posed to the parasite before she got pregnant, she is immunized to the parasite which minimizes the potential damage to the unborn baby. Although people infected with toxoplasmosis are often unaware of having this disease, typical symptoms are flulike symptoms including swollen lymph nodes and muscle aches and pains that last from a few days to several weeks. If your immune system is normal, you are not likely to get the infection again. The best ways to avoid getting infected by toxoplasma are: • avoiding eating raw or partly cooked meat, avoiding unpasteurized milk or unwashed fruits and vegetables • washing your hands carefully after handling raw meat • washing your hands carefully after gardening or being in contact with a cat’s litter box • not allowing cats to use a garden or children’s play area as their litter box; and • cleaning the litter box daily. Pregnant women and people with weak immune systems should probably avoid any contact with a cat’s litter box, or at least wear gloves while touching the litter. Cats can only shed the parasite in the first few days after getting exposed. The parasite is very resistant and may survive in the environment for well over a year. Like humans, healthy cats usually do not show signs of infection.
Cats with a weak immune system can potentially get very sick and show various symptoms, including nervous symptoms. You can try to minimize your cat’s chances of getting infected by feeding your cat commercial pet food, and avoid feeding it raw or partly cooked meat, or eating infected prey such as birds or rodents. Keeping your cat indoors from its early life will minimize the chances of many hazards including exposure to toxoplasmosis. Toxoplasmosis is best diagnosed by a blood test. A fecal test is not an accurate method for diagnosis. The disease can be treated if found on time by a course of antibiotics. Owning a cat does not mean you will be infected with the disease. Because cats only shed the organism for a few days in their life, the chances of human exposure is small. People are much more likely to become infected through eating contaminated meat, fruits or vegetables, than from handling cat feces. Please ask your veterinarian for more information about toxoplasmosis. I would also strongly recommend pregnant or soon to become pregnant women consult with their health care provider about screening tests and more information about toxoplasmosis. Moshe Oz is a veterinarian. He operates the Rose Valley Veterinary Hospital in West Kelowna, at 2476 Westlake Rd.
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A “MUST SEE” HOME! • • • • • • • • • •
Great location close to Mission Creek Greenway & parks. Minutes to most amenities. Private beautiful setting. Post & Beam bilevel has extensive upgrading with newer kitchen, bathrooms, furnace & roof & flooring. In-law suite is easy to do. Please call Gary August & Jennifer Bregolisse for more information Jennifer Bregolisse at 250-860-7500. MLS®10016688, $499,500, 3495 Hall Road 250-870-1870
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STUNNING UNOBSTRUCTED LAKE VIEWS! •
A “MUST SEE” home on a family friendly street! 4 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, maple kitchen cabinets, hardwood floors, open plan, oversized 5-piece ensuite, private backyard and fully finished Jaime basement. Call Jaime Briggs, Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty at 250-860-7500 or go to www.BriggsOnHomes. Briggs com. MLS®10017861, $525,000, 4979 Windsong Crescent 250-860-7500
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Almost lakeshore with an amazing 180 degree panorama of Okanagan Lake! Views from Dilworth Mountain to downtown Kelowna to the bridge, Westside, and Peachland! .30 acre suitable Jane for walk out rancher. Services at lot line. Quiet cul de sac. Call Jane for more details at 250-860-7500 or visit www.janehoffman. Hoffman 250-860-7500 com for more pictures. MLS®10011925,$559,000.
LOCATION, STYLE & SPACE! • • • • • •
This 4 bedroom family home is nestled in the Lower Mission just one block from the beach, shopping, eateries and schools. Newly updated, spacious and bright. Detached 20x24 shop/ Jane garage. The Perfect Family Home. Call Jane for more details at 250-860-7500 or visit www.janehoffman.com for Hoffman 250-860-7500 more pictures. MLS®10019884, $529,000
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Beautifully renovated 3100 sf home with two fully selfcontained private in-law suites. The main 3bd/3bath home is perfect for entertaining or for your family in the open John concept style. Everything superbly completed. Close to all amenities. Call John Mandoli to view at 250-718-1864. Mandoli 250-718-1864 MLS®10017889, $559,900, 2093 Inkar Road
BEAUTIFUL VIEWS FROM TREPANIER BENCH•
7.58 acres with Trepanier Creek flowing in front of this attractive log home with full basement that could be suited. Triple garage plus large shop. Official Community Plan is expected in next year or so & future subdivision may be possible. Please call Gary August & Jennifer Bregolisse for more information at 250-860-7500. Jennifer Bregolisse MLS®10018286, $549,900, 4474 Trepanier Road. 250-870-1870
CHARMING CHARACTER HOME • • •
Quiet creek side setting. Live minutes to downtown Kelowna and steps to the lake! Many upgrades, newer roof, wiring, plumbing, hardwood flrs, 2 furnaces, 7 ft basement. Jane 1 Bdrm in-law suite. Call Jane for more details at 250860-7500 or visit www.janehoffman.com for more Hoffman 250-860-7500 pictures. MLS®10005418, $569,000
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High end 4 bdrm/3bath quality crafted home with soaring vaulted ceilings overlooking the park and pond. Very private beautiful yard. Huge professionally designed garage. John Immaculate Open Concept, SS appls: Hardwood & top notch throughout. Call John Mandoli to view at 250-718- Mandoli 250-718-1864 1864. MLS®10017704, $629,900, 1635 Autumn Road
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Wilden 1st Phase-Top Quality. Timeless design and attention to detail. Spacious with stunning hardwood, custom kitchen, granite throughout, main and lower level walkout. Steven 5-Bed + Den, 4-Bath in 4000 sq. ft. Call Steven Hampton at 250-212-9991 or go to www.StevenHampton.ca. Hampton 250-212-9991 MLS®10019077, $899,000, 581 Long Ridge Drive.
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Panoramic views from this 4 bdrm custom built home. Gourmet kitchen with granite island. Numerous decks and patios. Flooded with natural light. Central location minutes to schools and golf. Jane Beautifully landscaped with tiered rock walls. Call Jane for more details at 250-860-7500 or visit www.janehoffman.com for Hoffman more pictures.MLS®10019462, $1,098,000. 250-860-7500
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Lexus RX 350 still sets midluxury CUV bar Rob Beintema CARGUIDE MAGAZINE
It’s hard to believe that it’s been more than a decade since the debut of one of the first of the luxury crossovers, the Lexus RX that was unveiled in 1998. Since then, we’ve traced the evolution of the RX 300 through the RX 330 follow-up, and up to the most recent, third generation RX 350 model. Those revisions are still fresh enough to talk about, marking a significant stage in the constant refinement of the RX, a vehicle now counted by Lexus as the most successful luxury crossover, with worldwide sales pushing past the one million mark. This latest generation
RX 350 has evolved with a more powerful and yet more fuel-efficient engine, a new six-speed automatic transmission, a freshened exterior face and new interior design, and has been upgraded with a long list of added amenities and user-friendly technologies. And it’s nice to know that this sum total of luxury and quality has been proudly produced right here in Canada, at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) in Cambridge, Ont. Lexus Canada stresses that even the design of the RX 350 was influenced by team members at TMMC, tweaking Canadian winter-ready features like the See Lexus A22
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snow tires. Optional 19inch wheels with lower profile 235/55R19 tires are available. Lexus brochures boast of the “bold new version of L-finesse design” but let’s face it, exterior styling drama is not exactly Lexus’ strong point, although broader “shoulder” and sharper lines and creases have at least alleviated some of this ubiquitous CUV’s jellybean blandness. I’ll reserve the gold star award for the interior design, which is where See Lexus A23
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Is 2011 YOUR year to learn to drive? By Kate Wells
Learning to drive has changed over the years. We often hear, “When I learned to drive, I took a simple test and they handed me the keys!” Well, that’s not going to happen in 2011! Here are a few of the many steps required to get your licence. First, you will have to take the notoriously difficult ICBC Knowledge Test. This exam is a computer-based test that evaluates you on the safe-driving guide, Learn to Drive Smart. There are 50
multiple-choice questions on the test. You must receive 80 per cent to pass. This test is difficult, so many take the free DriveWise Learners Licence Preparation course, a two-hour class that covers the main points of the ICBC knowledge test. Registering ahead is a great idea as seating is limited and often fills up quickly. Once they have passed the knowledge test, drivers receive their “L” licence. There are many restrictions on this licence, including a full ban on cellphones or any hands-free electronic devices while driving. For a list of all the
restrictions, please visit www.icbc. com A new driver’s first road test can be attempted after they have had their “L” for one full year. They will be examined by a fully qualified ICBC examiner and must provide their own vehicle unless they are using a car provided by a driving school. The examiner will divide the test into three parts: Pre-trip check – You must show the examiner your vehicle’s equipment, such as turn signals, high beams and parking brake. You must also know your hand signals!
On-road manoeuvres test – Driving in the city and commercial areas. You must perform driving in uncontrolled intersections, controlled intersections and multilane intersections. Feedback Session – The examiner will review your results. Once drivers pass the first road test, they will have their “N” licence for two years. Those who take an ICBC-approved driver training program may have the two years decreased to 18 months. Visit www.icbc.com for a list of approved schools and the details on the reduction! • Road Test Packages • Get 6 Months Off your ‘N’ • Get School Graduation Credits
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‘Gold star’ reserved for RX 350 interior design tthe Lexus RX 350 really shines. My upscale tester featured creamy soft-touch leather upholstery and beautiful walnut wood accents on the steering wheel, console and doors, along with just enough chrome highlights to add to the overall feel of elegance. There is nothing to gripe about here. Um, except for the ridiculously hard-to-reach USB outlet in the bottom of the console. But every vehicle is allowed one forehead-slapping example of idiocy and that minor glitch is the only negative I noted in my test time. The overall package is simply and overwhelmingly loaded with pluses. Riding in the RX 350 or just sitting there parked, smelling the leather, feeling the wood, letting your eyes wander over the luxurious ambiance of the interior, it’s hard to imagine ever feeling the need to upgrade to any other brand. There are goodies galore inside the RX 350. The long list of standard equipment includes 10 airbags, an eight-way power driver’s seat, dual zone auto climate control, power tilt and telescopic steering with audio buttons, cruise control, smart key and push button start, power heated side mirrors with integrated puddle lamps and signals, a 6CD/ AM/FM/XM 9-speaker audio system and more. If that’s not enough, customers can upgrade through a series of six option packages, each one building on the previous package’s contents until you come to the ultimate luxury level with almost $16K worth of options, featuring everything from dual DVD entertainment to blind side monitoring, a heads-up display, Navigation system and a 15-speaker Mark Levinson surround sound audio system, to name just a few of the additions.
I know I’m talking a lot about the overall changes that happened for 2010 but because of those recent revisions, there really isn’t much new in the 2011 model. The only changes for 2011 are all-weather mats that have been added to the standard equipment list and a 12V power outlet that was moved outside of the console. Yes, there’s been some tweaking of the option packages for 2011 along with the usual yearly exterior colour palette changes and the starting price has bumped up incrementally by $150 to $47,050. Under the hood, a 3.5-litre V6 engine mated to a six-speed sequentialshift automatic transmission powers the Lexus RX 350. All-wheel drive is standard in Canada although a front-wheel drive version is still offered in the U.S. Power is rated at 275 hp at 6,200 rpm and 257 lb/ft of torque, with most of that grunt available from 2,300 to 6,100 rpm. That’s a slight bump up from the predecessor’s 270 hp and 251 lb/ft. Working together with the more efficient sixspeed tranny, instead of the previous five-speed version, the RX 350 manages to improve fuel efficiency, despite a porky 115 kg (420 lb) increase in curb weight. Fuel economy is officially rated at 11.6/8.2L/100km (city/ hwy). I know I haven’t mentioned the RX 450h hybrid version of this crossover but that unique powertrain makes it another story for another time. For 2011, the alwaysevolutionary Lexus RX 350 carries over with the long list of recent performance and posh interior appointment changes that blend with leading edge technology and impeccable quality to make this premium crossover an easy favourite with customers looking for luxury with a made-in-Can-
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‘Frustrating’ outcome for Barrie at World tourney Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER
If the loss in the final of the 2009 Memorial Cup was painful for Tyson Barrie, then Wednesday night’s defeat at the world junior hockey championship was downright excruciating. Team Canada’s thirdperiod meltdown on the way to a 5-3 loss to Russia in the gold medal game in Buffalo represented a brand new low for the Kelowna Rockets’ captain. “I’ve never experienced anything quite like that,� Barrie said on Thursday morning. “When we lost the Memorial Cup (to Windsor) that was pretty devastating, but I think this experience even tops that one. “What hurts and what’s so frustrating is the way we lost it, to be in control then let it slip away like we did. It’s tough to take.� With a seemingly insurmountable 3-0 lead after two periods, Barrie
and his Canadian teammates looked to be well on the way to clinching this country’s sixth gold medal in seven years at the world junior championship. But over the final 20 minutes, a complete and utter collapse by Canada saw the Russians explode for five unanswered goals, including three in a span of less than five minutes. For a team that showed so much composure throughout the tournament, Barrie is hardpressed to pinpoint what went awry for Canada in the space of a few disastrous minutes. “I thought we played great through the whole tournament and for two periods in the final,� said the 19-year-old defenceman. “Then for whatever reason, we let our foot off the gas in the most important period of the tournament, and they killed us. Momentum shifted, they’re a good team and they just ran with it. We just couldn’t stop them. It
was hard to be part of it.â€? From an individual perspective, the 19-year-old Barrie drew rave reviews for his play throughout the tournament. Known more in the WHL for his offensive flair, Barrie proved himself a more than capable defensive player for Canada and earned more and more ice time with each game. Other than the gutwrenching disappointment of a loss in the gold medal final, Barrie valued every moment of his time with Team Canada. “It was a great experience for me, my first real one with Hockey Canada,â€? he said. “They give you every chance to win and they treat you very well. The bonds you form with the other guys, I’ll never forget‌and that’s what makes losing so frustrating. You work together for a month, then to lose like that‌it’s hard.â€? Still, with nearly half a season to go with his Kelowna Rockets, Barrie
“I have to put it behind me and move on‌I’m looking forward to coming back and leading my team deep into the playoffs,â€? said Barrie. “We’ve got a real solid hockey club that is capable of going a long way.â€?
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Okanagan Rockets battle for 6th Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER
The New Year brings with it at least one formidable challenge for the Okanagan Rockets. None is more urgent than the ongoing push for the sixth and final playoff spot in the B.C. Major Midget League. With 14 games remaining in the regular season, the Rockets (10-14-2) trail the Vancouver Northeast Chiefs by two points for sixth place, with the Chiefs holding two games in hand. In addition, the Fraser Valley Bruins are just two points back of the Rockets. “We definitely need
to get some points here in January to stay in the race,� said Rockets head coach Brandon West. “We have a situation in the part of our schedule where we have an opportunity to get some points. We need to just focus on each game as they come and getting two points each time.� The Rockets will be in Nanaimo this week for two games with the eighth-place North Island Silvertips then, following a bye week, will host the last-place Thompson Blazers Jan. 22 and 23 at CNC. After that it just gets tougher as Okanagan will play Cariboo, South Island, the Chiefs, and Northwest Giants on con-
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secutive weekends, teams which are all above the Rockets in the standings. “We’re in a dogfight and I think that could fire the guys up,� added West. West and the coaching staff is hoping the Rockets will draw on their experience from the Calgary Mac’s International Midget Tournament as they head into the stretch run of the BCMML season. Okanagan failed to win in four games against some stiff competition at Mac’s—Calgary Buffaloes, Carolina Junior Hurricanes, Saskatoon Contacts and St. Albert Raiders—but West still liked a lot of what he saw from his young squad.
“Obviously it would have been nice to get a couple of wins but for the most part it was a valuable learning experience. We wanted wins and didn’t get them, but at the same time our compete level was high and the guys never quit. “Now it’s our job as coaches to make sure the guys are prepared. We can say what we want about how hard we worked in Calgary, but now it’s up to the guys to show they can bring the same kind of effort back into league play.� As for the Rockets relative inexperience— just three 17-year-old See Ok Rockets A26
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will be back in his team’s lineup Saturday night when the Kamloops Blazers visit Prospera Place.
Like Barrie, Kelowna Minor Hockey product Curtis Hamilton opened some eyes with his solid two-way play at the tournament. Labeled as a defensive specialist heading into the event, the 6-foot2 207 pound forward also showcased his offensive skills with four goals in seven games. Hamilton returned to Saskatchewan on Thursday to rejoin the WHL’s Saskatoon Blades. While Barrie and Hamilton reluctantly settled for silver medals, Rockets forward Mitchell Callahan has a bronze medal to add to his trophy case. The California native helped Team USA to a 4-2 win over Sweden in
the third-place finale on Wednesday in Buffalo. “I think everybody’s goal is to get the gold medal but we’re the only team in U.S. history to win back to back medals,� said Callahan, who scored the game winner in the American’s victory over Switzerland. “It’s something special. I’m going to keep this medal for the rest of my life and remember this day for a long time.� Callahan was a relative unknown as he earned a spot on Team USA but added he felt at home with the rest of his teammates. “It was a great experience playing against the best junior players in the world,� he said. “All the guys on the team made it really welcoming for me. Everybody stuck together like a family.� A third member of the Rockets appeared at his first world junior championship as forward Andreas Stene played in all six games for Norway. whenderson @kelownacapnews.com
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(22-14-2-3)are just six points back in a tie with Trail for fourth spot. The Warriors are coming off a 5-1 loss to the Vees on New Year’s Eve in Penticton.
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The Kelowna Chiefs will look for their second win of the season over the Osoyoos Coyotes when the teams face off Friday night at the Sun Bowl. The Coyotes, who lead the Okanagan Division of the KIJHL with 66 points, have taken four of five meetings from the second-place Chiefs (1716-1-2) this season.
Kelowna, meanwhile, is on a three-game winning streak after a 5-1 win over the Princeton Posse Tuesday night at Rutland Arena. Goaltender Jordan Bytelaar stopped 33 shots, while Landon Andrusiak scored two goals and added an assist in the win. Jordan Wood, Dane Rupert and P.J. Lawler also scored for the Chiefs, while DeFrias added two assists. The Chiefs visit the Revelstoke Grizzlies Saturday, then return home to host the Sicamous Eagles on Sunday. Face off at Rutland Arena is 6 p.m.
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High school basektball The top four teams in B.C. high school A boys basketball will be showcased this weekend at the Immaculata Mustangs Senior Boys Basketball Classic. Eight schools are competing in the annual event on Friday and Saturday, including the province’s best: No. 1 West Point Grey, second-ranked Kelowna Christian, No. 3 Immaculata, and fourth-
ranked Glenlyon Norfolk. Rounding out the tourney lineup is Heritage Christian, Osoyoos, Keremeos, and Mt. Sentinel. Mustangs head coach and tourney organizer Dino Gini expects an exciting and competitive weekend of basketball. “It’s a great atmosphere and I take pride in making the tournament a tournament that the
kids will all remember,� said Gini. “This is great basketball, excellent talent and some fantastic coaches, this is going to be a lot of fun, and hope the kids are as excited as I am.� The Mustangs open play Friday at 2 p.m. vs Heritage Christian, while the KCS Knights battle Mt. Sentinel at 3:45 p.m. The final is set for 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Immaculata.
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match against Penticton’s Doug Cade (background) during action this week in the Penticton Senior Men’s bonspiel. Action wrapped up Wednesday with the final rounds of competition.
players and the second youngest team in the BCMML—West said it’s no longer a card his team can play. “We’re pretty much done using the young team and inexperienced thing. We’re about to hit the stretch and every team in the league has their share of inexperience. It’s a case now of our 20 guys coming together down the stretch, no matter how young they are.� The Rockets next home game is Saturday, Jan. 22, 3 p.m. at CNC against the Blazers. whenderson @kelownacapnews.com
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Anything Goes by the seat of their pants Jennifer Smith STAFF REPORTER
It’s kind of like a sneak preview for audiences as well as for the actors and crew at Kelowna Actor’s Studio who are putting the show on. New this year, performances slated under the Music Stand Series offer the dinner theatre a chance to test-run a few ideas with a lot of laughs in between. Earlier in the season, the pick was Carousel, but next week Kelly Whelan, a staple of the Kelowna Actor’s Studio casts, will get her first crack at these crash course performances in the somewhat appropriately titled show, Anything Goes. “It’s a series of mishaps and misunderstanding and mismatched love affairs; it’s just a fun campy show,” said Whelan, adding “it’s really more about the music.”
With a title like Anything Goes, the song Anything Goes clearly figures prominently, but so do Sinatra standbys like I Get a Kick Out of You and Cole Porter’s It’s DeLovely. The show is a creation of Porter’s, described as a musical comedy set aboard the S.S. American with stowaways, nightclub sirens, shipboard romance, mistaken identity, a gangster and nonstop fun. How the shenanigans will all play out is yet to be seen, but if there’s one certainty, it’s that Whelan should have no problem with the score. As a side gig she also works at the Green Room across the street as a singing server; and she did roughly six years in Toronto’s theatre scene before making the move out west. As for the rest, this particular production is
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KELLY WHELAN plays the lead role in the Kelowna Actors Studio read-through of Anything Goes. “totally based on sight gags and costume changes,” so Whelan said even
she is looking forward to seeing how the staging will turn out. With
only three rehearsals before the dress rehearsal, or approximately a week to work with the material, the actors just learn their roles, figure out how to arrange their scripts (they will have them on stage— no memorization necessary) and then take a run at it in front of a live audience. “It’s about seeing shows you wouldn’t necessarily see and testing out what works for the audience,” she said, noting it helps the studio experiment with types of material they might work into future programming. Whelan found out she was cast last August after auditioning in June, but with the regular show and rehearsal schedule, said it really comes down to this week when the work gets done—at it’s quite high pressure. While this year is techAnything Goes A29
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signed to improve the quality of life for residents in Kelowna. Grants to Address the Sexual Exploitation of Youth fund programs which directly address sexual exploitation issues for those under 19 years of age within the City of Kelowna. Details about an organization’s grant request must be summarized within three pages. Questioned that need to be answered are: What is the need for this program? What community support exists and how will this program cooperate with agencies providing similar services? What are the measurable performance targets and dates for implementation? Describe the population to be served. Outline other sources of funding being pursued. Explain how this project fits within the policy framework in the Official Community Plan. For more information on these grants or to download the application
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ast week I got so wrapped up in writing about superheroes and sequels (and sometimes superhero sequels) in the first half of my 2011 preview that I missed some interesting original movies scheduled to come out early summer. For example, there are two wedding comedies coming out in May. Something Borrowed stars Ginnifer Goodwin and Kate Hudson and Bridesmaid stars Kristin Wiig and Jon Hamm. Speaking of some-
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Rick Davis thing old and something new, veteran Steven Spielberg (sorry Steven) produces the younger version of himself, director J.J. Abrams (Star Trek) with Super 8, a secret project that looks like something sci-fi-ish. Steven also produces
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a little sequel that kicks off July, however, I don’t think anyone’s going to see a movie called Transformers: Dark of the Moon (although I think I got the attention of a few Pink Floyd fans). In all seriousness, between that and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, July is going to make up for the lacklustre December we just had. But there’s also Captain America: The First Avenger starring Chris Evans as one of Marvel Comics’ first superheroes, as well as Cowboys and Aliens starring Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford, produced again by Spielberg and directed by Jon Favreau (Iron Man 1 & 2). I also can’t forget Larry Crowne, directed by and starring Tom Hanks as well as Julia Roberts; Friends with Benefits starring Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake; and Crazy Stupid Love starring Steve Carell. The Smurfs is a perfect kick-off to a very eclectic collection of releases in August. The Change-Up is about a family man (Jason Bateman) who switches bodies with his irresponsible best friend
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HARRISON FORD (left) stars with Daniel Craig in Cowboys and Aliens, one of many blockbusters coming out in July 2011. (Ryan Reynolds); In 30 Minutes or Less a high school teacher and pizza delivery man are forced to rob a bank; Mr. Popper’s Penguins is a family tale starring Jim Carrey; sequels include Spy Kids 4 and Final Destination 5; and remakes include
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Fright Night and Conan the Barbarian, which is said to be closer to Robert E. Howard’s creation than the Schwarzenegger films. I am going to skip over September and October (although the latter features remakes of Foot-
loose, The Thing and The Three Musketeers) because November is full of sequels and the exciting return of The Muppets. Kermit and friends are back with the help of an all-star cast including Jason Segel, Amy Ad-
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ams, Jack Black and Zach Galifianakis. Even though the Shrek series is said to be done, Puss in Boots returns for his own adventure and the penguins return in Happy Feet 2. And now that the Harry Potter series is done, The Twilight Saga begins its end with Breaking Dawn-Part 1. December ends the year with some very exciting sequels and remakes and some promising original movies as well. New Year’s Eve is an ensemble comedy from director Garry Marshall, which is a followup to last year’s Valentine’s Day. Tom Cruise returns for another Mission: Impossible, as does Robert Downey Jr. in Sherlock Holmes 2. And the singing rodents return in Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked. I am very excited for director David Fincher’s English-language remake of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Spielberg is again multitasking, directing both the animated The Adventures of Tintin: Secret of the Unicorn and the live-action epic adventure War Horse. Rick Davis is the manager of the Capitol Theatre in West Kelowna. capitol_wes@ landmarkcinemas.ca
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There’s so much great dining in the big city
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s much as I adore our beautiful valley, I do love to visit my former home on the Coast as much as possible throughout the year. As another foodie paradise, Vancouver boasts a stunning line up of restaurants, a plethora of multicultural dining options and a dream line up of markets and shops to fulfill any recipe ingredient list. On your next visit, I encourage you to experience three of my favorite haunts: Bao Bei Chinese Brasserie (with a pit stop for killer cocktails next door at The Keefer), Nook (and/or Tavolo, around the corner) and Salmon n’ Bannock, an unassuming name for extraordinary First Nations inspired cuisine. Bao Bei Chinese Brasserie, in all of its retro-esque glory, is the brainchild of Tannis Ling, formerly of the ever-fabulous Chambar Restaurant.
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Jennifer Schell Bao Bei (which charmingly translates as “precious” or “darling”) offers up an ingenious selection of Shanghainese/Taiwanese inspired cuisine. From the creative bar snacks (endearingly labeled to as Schnacks on the menu) to accompany cocktails to the ‘must have’ Mantou (hoisin soaked short rib stuffed steamed buns), I have not experienced a dish I did not like. The room is hip, cozy, cool and—busy! No rezzies taken here so try to go early. www.bao-bei.ca However, it is worth the wait and the Keefer next door is the perfect place to wait at. If you are starving, order up
the Keefer’s Peking Duck Sliders to share and a Rosemary Gimlet—both are simply off the hook. www.thekeefer.com Next, I must (again) recommend Nook on Denman. Not only do I have a soft spot for this little “nook” of an Italian restaurant that serves up food like the seriously perfect Crostini’s (never will you view chicken liver the same way again), insanely delectable pasta and stunning thin crust pizzas, it is also the venue wherein I savoured a brief encounter with dreamboat actor John Hamm (aka Don Draper of Mad Men). Photo in hand as proof, it seems that Nook is a secret favourite for the gorgeous movie star types. (PS: Bradley Cooper was also at their table.) 781 Denman St. 604568-4554 Around the corner from Nook, the same owners have transformed former Tapastree Restau-
City in Action PUBLIC NOTICES Road Closure and Removal of Highway Dedication
Council will consider the permanent closure and removal of the highway dedication of a portion of Cedar Avenue on: Monday, January 10 at 1:30 pm City Hall, 1435 Water Street Council Chambers Pursuant to Section 26 of the Community Charter notice is hereby given that, under Bylaw No. 10460, the City is proposing to permanently close a portion of Cedar Avenue and remove 0.114 ha of road dedication to rezone as park. The public may review copies of the proposed Road Closure and Removal Dedication Bylaw 10460 on kelowna.ca or at the Office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 3rd Floor, from 8am4pm, Monday to Friday. INFO: 250 469-8610
REMINDER - Business Licence renewals are due by January 15, 2011 Any person owning or operating a business within the City of Kelowna must obtain an annual Business Licence.
Payments may be made online anytime at kelowna.ca/onlineservices using your access code from your renewal notice. Payment may also be made directly at City Hall during regular business hours, Monday-Friday, 8am4pm.
JENNIFER SCHELL/CONTRIBUTOR
HEAD TO Salmon n’
Bannock in Vancouver to experience the incredible salmon burger. rant into another heavenly Italian visage. Tavolo, Italian for table, serves modern Italian cuisine and exudes a convivial
atmosphere by appropriately featuring a 25-seat share table centre stage. A great bar to hang out at as well, they offer a fab wine list and Prosecco, white and red wine on TAP (can you get any cooler?) Tavolo offers a stunning range of antipasto including sliced to order prosciutto and salami, family style Big Plates like the succulent 24-ounce Dry Aged Rib Steak with Salsa Verde for two (or three), and of course, house made pasta dishes. This is Italian comfort food at its finest. Happily, they also provide a selection of the addictive, chompable crostini including the chicken liver variety a la Nook. 1829 Robson St., 604-6064680 www.tavolavancouver.com Organic meats, local wild fish,and bannock, of course, Salmon and Bannock offers gourmet First Nations inspired cuisine with a twist. Mouth-
watering starters include decadent Indian candy with crème fraiche, crispy clam fritters and, if you are lucky, their revolutionary Salmon Skin Chips will be available (one word: addictive). I always order the Salmon n’ Bannock Burger—a juicy, perfectly cooked wild salmon filet on baked bannock bun with yam fries (yum), but there are many other items to chose from like a rich duck breast with wild blueberry sauce or deer stew! S n’B is a cozy room, laden with beautiful First Nations Art and friendly service. Do say hello to owners Inez and Remi if they are in. They are an absolute delight to chat with. www.salmonandbannock.net or join their Facebook page for updates. Jennifer Schell is editor of B.C. Wine Trails Magazine. jennschell@shaw.ca twitter.com/theclubkitchen
Anything Goes A27 nically her third season with the studio, she did take a year out to work in Vancouver, returning to do Mame, Sweeney Todd and On Broadway. Cole Porter’s Anything Goes runs at Kelowna Actor’s Studio Jan.13 to 15, with tickets on sale now, via their website at www. kelownactorsstudio.com. jsmith@kelownacapnews.com
Roy Clark Roy Clark performs at the Kelowna Community Theatre on March 13. For tickets visit selectyourtickets.com or call 250-762-5050.
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To consider a Development Variance Permit to permit a second free standing sign where only one free standing sign is permitted by the Sign Bylaw.
PUBLIC MEETING
Applicant: Callaghan Property Group Ltd. Owner: Callaghan Construction Company Ltd., (Inc. No. 66876), 3722 Investments Ltd. (Inc. No. 432639)
To vary the required distance between the buildings from 4.5 m required to 3.86 m proposed. To vary the required parking stalls from 7 required to 5 proposed.
540 Osprey Avenue
Applicant: William Clarke Owner: 0828609 BC Ltd
Advisory Planning Commission
The Commission will hold a public meeting on: Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 6 pm City Hall, 1435 Water Street Council Chambers The public is invited to express their views to the Commission.
DVP10-0147
862 Bernard Avenue
HRA10-0002 To enter into a heritage revitalization agreement to permit changes to the use and layout of the existing heritage structure and to construct an additional accessory building with a dwelling unit.
Please call 250 469-8960 to notify us of any business, address, ownership changes; or if the business is discontinued.
Z10-0096/DP10-0153
To rezone the subject property from RU6 – Two Dwelling Housing to C4 – Urban Centre Commercial and to consider a Development Permit for the proposed 3 storey mixed use development.
3020, 3030, 3040, 3050, 3060, 3070, 3080 Abbott Street
Applicant: Regjis Enterprises Owner: Thomas Gruendell
To rezone from the RU1 – Large Lot Housing and RU3 – Small Lot Housing zones to the P3 – Parks & Open Space and C9 – Tourist Commercial zones. To amend the existing OCP Future Land Use Designations to extend the Major Park/Open Space designation along the foreshore for a future public walkway.
1835 Gordon Drive
Z10-0090/DP10-0142/OCP10-0016
Applicant/Owner: City of Kelowna
DVP10-0166
To vary the number and size of signs proposed for the east and west elevations of a retail building. Applicant: Nejmark Architect Inc Owner: RG Properties
459 Groves Avenue, 437 & 442 Newsom Avenue TUP10-0003
Temporary Use Permit to allow the use of the subject properties for construction staging for project at 2988-3030 Pandosy (Sopa Square) Applicant/Owner: P218 Enterprises & Wayne Holdings Ltd. 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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CENTRAL Ok Singles brunch and sign-up. Sun, Jan 9, 11am at 2 Eagles Golf Course. West Kelowna. Single people 50+ are welcome to come & join this enthusiastic socialize club. $30/yr. Liz 250-769-6690. CENTRAL: SPCA (Aux) Bazaar & Luncheon. Saturday Jan 8 10am 1pm White Elephant Linen Books Clothes Baking Jewllery First United Church 721 Bernard Ave. UKRAINIAN New Years Dinner & Dance, Sat Jan 15. $35 UKR. Orthodox Hall, 1935 Barlee Rd. Vic’s Dance Band. Tickets, 250-808-6158, 250868-3837, 250-860-3420
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Lost & Found FOUND- A New watch on Greenway near Gordon Rd. Call to identify (250)762-6250 LOST: Black cat. Answers to Sambo. N. Rutland area. Plz 250-765-6506, 250-762-8328 LOST Black & White Female Shiht-Zu dog on Nov.21 Spears Rd. Please call even if you think you might of saw her.(250)-808-1107 LOST in moving: Container of sacred pictures, documents & certificates. Call 250-768-4438 LOST large green garbage bag full of Christmas presents on Hwy 33 shortly after 2pm on Christmas Eve. Please call RCMP if found. LOST: male grey short haired cat from Ogden Rd Dec 27th. Has tattoo. Friendly, hungry. 250-769-5791 or SPCA. LOST: Red Embossed Leather card holder, leather lacing, snaps shut. Possibly lost around Capri mall, Superstore, Telus at Banks & 97, also Coopers Mall at 33, H2O. 250300-6924 LOST Tortiese shell female 6 yrs old, tattoo’d cat, Richter area/Dec. 21 evening.Answers to “Go-go” (250)826-5479
Children Childcare Available AT TIGGER & ME Too Daycare: Spots available for 21/2 5year olds & After school care. Rutland. 250-765-4900
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Two years since that sad day The one I loved was called away You will forever live in my heart And one day soon, we will No longer be apart.
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To the citizens of Westbank for their generosity and support during our 2010 Poppy Campaign. Your support enabled us to raise a total of $33,000. These funds area held in trust and managed by Branch #288 and are subjected to annual audits by Provincial & Dominion Commands. These monies are used solely for the benefit of needy Veterans, their dependents and various community services supported by the Royal Canadian Legion. We would like to thank all of the many volunteers who made this all possible. Veterans, Legion Volunteers, Navy League and Air Cadets; 1st Lakeview and 1st Westside Beavers, Cubs & Scouts, and The Girl Guides of Canada. Many thanks to all Westside businesses, who allowed us to place our poppy trays in their place of business or allowed our canvassers access to their premises. SPECIAL THANKS TO: • District of West Kelowna and Maintenance Department of Royal LePage Place • RCL Ladies Auxiliary for preparing the hot dogs for the children and the sandwiches for the general public • BCD’s for Cenotaph guards • RCMP for providing escorts to the Colors • Piper George Crawford • Bugler Richard Foster • Pastor Ed Skutshek • Sheila Paynter for reading the Honor Role Thanks to each and every one of you for making this another successful Poppy Campaign. Royal Canadian Legion Branch #288 Westbank
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Sonny & Carol Swan of Kelowna are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Tila Louisa Swan to Shaun Robert Tilley of Barrie Ontario, son of Robert Allan Tilley and Susan Edith Tilley (Hayes) of Barrie Ontario Wedding to take place April 13, 2011. Punta Cana, Dominican
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Personals 85 yr old widowed gentleman seeks lady mid 70’s+ For livein companionship in Westbank to take over hshld. Enquiries Call Brigitte 250-768-8584 I’M 57, Looking for a female sweetheart. Established man, my name is Joseph, If you are interested call 778-478-9444. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Justin Hopkins!!! Love Mom. xxoo Please Call (403)837-8187 THINKING OF SELLING? For a confidential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.
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RUITENBERG, CORNELIA (CORY)
Went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 1, 2011 at the age of 90. She is survived by her loving family: son Rene Ruitenberg, his wife Hannie and their three children Vincent, Saskia and Annicke and their 2 grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband Gijsbert in 1982. She had a great love of life, horses, wildlife and her garden. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 14, 2011 at 11:00 am at the Kelowna Christian Reformed Church, 239 Snowsell Street, Kelowna, BC. There will be a private interment at Lakeview Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Thrift Store of this church. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.
KRAEMER, Ruth Went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at the age of 87. Ruth was born on August 25, 1923 in Lechfeld, Germany to Eduard and Ida (Sievert) Bohnau. Upon receiving Christ as her Saviour, she was baptized on Easter in 1936 by Reverend E. Fiedler. She immigrated to Canada in 1954, arriving in Medicine Hat, Alberta on January 6, 1954, finding employment at the Baptist Haven of Rest. In the fall of 1955, she moved to Calgary, where she became a member of the Bridgeland Baptist Church and later Temple Baptist Church. On November 14, 1959 she was united in marriage to Herman Kraemer. This marriage was blessed with a son, Harold. She always enjoyed singing in the choir. She was involved in the Women’s Ministry, especially the White Cross. She is survived by her son Harold, step-daughters Elsie Hait and Irene Hait; grandchildren Judy (Harold) Braun, Ron (Theresa) Hait, Harvey Hait, Brian (Michelle) Hait, Doug (Nona) Hait, Tim (Lisa) Hait; ten great grandchildren and two great, great granddaughters. Also survived by a sister Tabea Patzer of Germany and brother Robert (Renate) Bohnau of Germany. Predeceased by her husband Herman in 1989, her parents and one brother. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 7, 2011 at 10:00 am at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. Interment to take place in the Westbank Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to “Chain of Love Homes”, c/o the North American Baptist Conference, PO Box 57235, Station A, Toronto, Ontario, M5W 5M5. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077
READMAN, FLOYD HENRY
passed away peacefully Friday, December 31, 2010 at the age of 88. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Frances; his sons, Lorne (Elizabeth), Floyd (Marlene), Brian (Lauren), his 7 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Floyd was born in Gravenhurst, Ontario. He joined the army (when he was underage) and served 5 years in Europe during WW11. After his honourable discharge in 1945, Floyd travelled to Fort St. John where he met his future wife, Frances, who was waiting to welcome home her twin brother, Frank from the war. They were married in 1946 and remained in Ft. St. John working and raising their children until all three sons moved from the family home. At that point they decided it was time to relocate to Kelowna, the site of many happy family vacations, and eventually settling in Westbank. Floyd was an amazing father and husband who could always be counted on at every turn of the road by both family and friends. It is with heavy hearts that we bid him farewell. He will be missed, forever loved and remembered by all who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, January 7, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at the Westbank Lions Community Centre, officiated by Zone Chaplain Ron Watson. Donations in Floyd’s memory may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 288. Messages of condolence may be sent to hansonswb@shaw.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of
EMETT - Judy (nee Carter-Squire) August 3,1948- January 3,2011 Judy passed away peacefully at the age of 62 years old in the early morning hours of January 3, 2011 at the Central Okanagan Hospice House after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She leaves behind her partner, Albert Albrecht as well as her only son, Lee Henderson (Lisa) and two devoted grand-daughters, Jordanna (4 1/2) and Adria (2 1/2). Judy was predeceased by her parents, Jack and June Carter-Squire of Brandon, MB, as well as her older brother Duane (Mona) Carter-Squire. She will be sorely missed by the rest of her siblings, Cindy (Bobby) Chambers, Rick (Terry) Carter-Squire, Joe (Helene) Carter-Squire, Barry (Alison) Carter-Squire, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and biological siblings from the Holloway family. Judy was born in Brandon Manitoba, and lived in a variety of cities including Calgary, Alberta before she finally settled in her beloved Kelowna, British Columbia. Judy lived the life of a free spirit and was happiest when she was traveling to warm and exotic locales as well as when she was spending time in the company of her close girlfriends. She had a variety of occupations including running her own bed and breakfast on the shores of the Okanagan Lake and most recently, working as a Health Care Aide at the Sutherland Hills Rest Home in Kelowna. Judy’s family would like to extend their most gracious thanks to Judy’s caregivers, including Dr. Morgan, Dr. Ellard and especially Dr. Mary Wall, who became a friend and lifeline throughout her illness, and the caring staff at Central Okanagan Hospice House who made Judy’s last weeks comfortable. At Judy’s request there will be no formal funeral service as such a somber event was not in her nature; however there will be celebration of life reception in Kelowna on Saturday, January 8th from 1 to 3:30pm at the recreation centre at Sunrise Village at 1255 Raymer Avenue. Further receptions will be held Calgary, AB, and Brandon, MB, with details to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077
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ANJIE Orchard in Kelowna req. workers, thinning, picking, pruning, $9.28/hr or piece rate. Upto 60hrs/wk, 6days/wk. Mar. 15th - Nov 15th. Call 765-3002 GP SANDHER Holding ltd looking for farm workers. Winter pruning, thinning, cherry picking, sorting, apple picking. $9.28/hr or piece rate upto 40hrs. 6days/wk. Avail Feb/11end of Oct. 250-765-9471 billsandher@hotmail.com Khunkhun Orchard. Workers needed fr. Feb 1 - Dec 15., $9.28/hr. thinning, picking, pruning, all piece work. Kelowna area. Call 250-317-4843
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HOW would you like to get paid everytime someone turns on their TV, heat, computer or uses the phone. Be your own boss. 250-718-7190 I.J. Windows & Doors Ltd., Kamloops requires an experienced in-office salesperson/ estimator for windows and doors. Also requiring an experienced glass cutter/sealed unit assembler. Apply in person or send resume to 125512th St Kamloops, B.C., V2B-3C8 JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! No experience necessary, we will train. Must be 18+yrs. of age. Call 250-860-3590 or Email: info@plazio.ca Kelowna Weight Loss Challenge. Weekly weigh-ins. Win Cash. Call 250-869-1747 Okanagan Sign Shop looking for Graphic Designer. Must have sales experience, work well with public & sign exp. Please send resume to box #8 c/o the Morning Star 4407 25 Ave. Vernon BC, V1T 1P5. PACKAGING WORKER. Full time employment, 40 hrs./wk. Start @ $10.00/hr. plus benefits up to $14.00. High School, hand-eye coordination, heavy lifting. Send resume to: Vernon Sausage Co. 2103-48th Ave. Vernon, BC, V1T 3P9
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Traffic Controller (flagger) 2 Day Training Classes Road Safety TSC Classes held in Kamloops, Kelowna,Penticton,Princeton & Williams Lake. Starting Feb. New.$280.00. Renew $168.00 For Dates & Info 1-866-7372389, www.roadsafetytcs.com
Childcare QUALITY Daycare, Ft/pt central Rutland, p/u & d/o avail, also before & after school care Exc. ref. Jackie 250-762-5800
Drivers/Courier/ Trucking RUSSAM HOLDINGS INC Has the following positions available: Log Truck Driver Various Locations. Chip Truck Driver-Vernon or Penticton based. Commercial Transport Mechanic-Vernon. Drivers should have super b or log hauling experience. Please send resume and abstract to kmc-gerry@uniserve.net or fax to 250-545-2195. Only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.
Education/Trade Schools Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $29/hour. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free: 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com
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Help Wanted A-DEBT-FREE Life. We’ll help you. Call MNP 877-898-2580. Free consultation available in your area. Creditor proposals, trustee in bankruptcy, 3201620 Dickson Ave. KelownaResident office. Appoinments available in your area DOZER & Hoe Operators required for Company that constructs oil field roads & leases. Require operators with oil field lease & road construction experience. Competitive wages. Rooms & Meals provided by the company. Call 1-(780)723-5051, Edson AB.
Evening Office Job - Courier Co. Mon to Fri 8 pm to 4 am. The ideal candidate will be: - flexible with hours - have a valid driver’s license - computer skills rqrd - attention to detail with speed & accuracy - reliable w/positive attitude - physically fit Casual dress: full training provided. Pls reply to box #309 c/o Capital News. GET paid for walking exercise, vehicle required getting to work locations. Email: apwrtt@gmail.com or call Tom after 5:00pm 250-503-4659
New Opportunities for Women (NOW) Canada Society NOW Canada is looking to employ a caring and compassionate House Director for its mom and child safe home. NOW’s safe homes offer accommodation to women and youth who have experienced exploitation, addictions and abuse. This is a live-in position. House Directors ensure the home offers a safe environment so participants can concentrate on their recovery. They assist participants in developing their personal skills such as self-esteem, respect, tolerance and communication. They enforce a drug and alcohol free environment and make sure participants remain respectful towards each other.
Penticton Manufacturing plant requires a full time furniture/kitchen sprayer. Competitive wage + benefits. Must have experience with furniture. Send resume to Box 320, Western News, 2250 Camrose St, Penticton, BC, V2A 8R1 S.Sundher Orchard - Farmworker needed for end of FebOct.15 $9.28/hr 40hrs/.wk pruning, tinning, cherry, apple, picking. 250-765-5267 or email davesandher@live .ca Youth ages 11 & up. Lic. supervised youth program. Start earning up to $75 p/w. 1 866 856 5655
BIG E ‘s is looking for exper’ed Line cook to work nights/weekends. Apply in person to Hwy 97 Peachland Center Mall Looking for Sushi Chef with passion for food. No exp. ness. Server needed as well. FT or PT.Drop off resume 1231940 Kane Rd. (250)762-9818 P/T FRONT DESK AGENT at Chinook/Oasis Motel. Available evenings & weekends. Apply in person at 1884 Gordon Drive, Kelowna.
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MERCHANDISER: End of the Roll Vernon is Expanding! We are seeking an Energetic and Self-motivated individual to join our team. Individuals will be responsible for planning and execution of day-to-day merchandising within our warehouse environment, it is worth noting that heavy lifting will be required from time to time. Excellent People, Communication, and Mathematical Skills are required. We offer above average wages and benefits. Please submit resume to #100-3107 48th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 3R5 Attention: Manager or Fax to 250-558-0402. E-mail: Vernon@endoftheroll.com
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Mind Body Spirit #1 for a reason. Paradise Massage. Where men come to relax. 778-477-5050 Kelowna AFFORDABLE Prof. F/B Massage. Superior work. Clean, warm, studio. Linda 862-3929 ASIAN MASSAGE! Peaceful setting, $50hr. Call 250-3173575 BLISS Massage 4 your every need. 10 yrs exp. men only . Call 4 appt. 250-215-7755 ESSENTIAL Relaxation Body Sage.Warm Clean Studio conviently located (778)-478-1582
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Financial Services DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit. Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member ARE YOU EXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DISTRESS? Relief is only a call away! Call Anne Hamilton Estate Administrator at 250-979-7190 today, to set up your FREE consultation in Kelowna. Donna Mihalcheon CA,CIRP KPMG Inc. Trustee in Bankruptcy, #300 -1674 Bertram Street, Kelowna, BC. V1Y 9G4 REDUCE DEBT by up to 70% Avoid bankruptcy. Free consultation. BBB accredited. 250-860-1653 www.4pillars.ca
Legal Services
Successful applicants will be offered competitive wages, an attractive benefit package and stable long term employment. For more information about the KDL Group please visit
www.kdlgroup.net Please submit your resume with references to Mark Fichtner via Fax # 250 996 8742 or e-mail admin@kdlgroup.net
RIGHT Way Chimney Service sweeping, roof repair, gutter cleaning & more . 808-1473
Cleaning Services BEST Quality Cleaning Prof, reliable, bonded, ins’d. Comm, Strata, Restaurant, Offices, Med/Dental. 250-868-7224 “CLEAN BY CLEAN” Making U House Proud! Professional. Reliable. Competitive Rates 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
Looking For Improvements On your Home? Call Freedom Contractors to make your Dreams come true. Painting, Tiling ,Kitchen face lift etc. No Job too Small. Call Doug (250)-575-7006 Free Estimate
Countertops MIKE’S ELITE Countertops supplies and installs all Granite and Solid Surface Countertops, tub surrounds, fireplace surrounds and tile backsplash. Locally manufactured, 125 colours to choose from. All products come with a lifetime warranty. SPECIAL for the New Year: Buy new kitchen countertops and get a FREE bathroom vanity. Call Mike for details at 250-575-8543 REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.
Electrical ELECTRICIAN, LICENSED. Dana Thompson. 20yrs Exp. Free Estimates 826-1287 Kel
Contractors
ICBC, MVA’S, SLIP & FALL or Any Injury? MARCO D. CEDRONE Making The Difference in Personal Injury Claims! 24hr. Call:1-866-913-3110 Cascade Law Corporation
Help Wanted
Help Wanted
The KDL Group is a Logging, Hauling and Road Construction service provider for many major companies in the BC Forest sector. We are located in Northern British Columbia, Fort St. James. We are currently looking to fill the following positions:
Applicants should have a minimum of 1 year experience driving logging trucks or operating dangelhead processors.
Chimney Services
DCR Contracting. Reno’s Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall,& Paint 250-862-1746 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
Help Wanted
Log Truck Drivers Log Truck Owners Operators Processor Operators
EXPERIENCED BOOKKEEPER available part-time. Call Jane at 250-308-4689 or email at jasl_long@yahoo.ca
GARAGE Doors- install, service, repair all makes of doors & openers. 250-878-2911
Lawn & Garden DIGGINOLES N SHIFTINSTUFF. Pickup & delivery service. Rubbish & recycling removed. Landscape, building supplies & Hay delivered, small equipment transferred. Yes we work weekends!! www.digginoles.com or Ph: Ian 250-864-2339
Handypersons NEED a hand jobs you don’t for? Inside/out. snow removal between. (250)768-5032
with all those have the time Fr. painting to & anything in (250)-215-1712
Home Improvements
ALL KINDS OF FENCES, 6x8 Cedar panels starting @ $65. Gates & custom orders, staining 250-491-4622 www.akf.ca
Help Wanted
Home Repairs
JRS ELECTRIC: Licns’d, bnded & insr’d. From new builds & renos to service calls. John, 250-801-7178 (cont:98365)
Fencing
Up to 35 Ton Machine
BC n i s Site lberta A
Hands on, real world training Classes start every Monday Never share equipment while training Job placement assistance Full size equipment Funding through EI, Student Loans, Community Development Trust Fund & Bank line of credit x Trainers with 100+ years field experience x Safety tickets available include: H2S, GD, WHMIS, OSSA, PST, First Aid x PCTIA Accredited Institution
Garage Door Services
Engel Construction Since 1973! Custom homes, Reno’s Additions, Decks, Kitchens, & Baths. Doug (250)-215-1616 Natural Wood Flooring, various widths www.rouckbros.com Rouck Bros. Lumby, BC 1-800-960-3388 STUDZ Renovations Carpentry, Plumbing, Elect., Drywall, Decks, Tile, 250-317-8275
Interior Heavy Equipment Operator School
x x x x x x
NEED Installer? We install carpet, lino, hardwood, laminate. Andreas 250-863-3402.
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#1 in the Industry
Toll Free 1 1--866 866--399 399--3853 www.IHESCHOOL.com
LARRY’S Handyman & Reno Serv., Lg. & Sm. jobs, Graffitti Removal etc., 250-718-8879
Landscaping DIGGINOLES N SHIFTINSTUFF. Pickup & delivery service. Rubbish & recycling removed. Landscape, building supplies & Hay delivered, small equipment transferred. Yes we work weekends!! www.digginoles.com or Ph: Ian 250-864-2339
Machining & Metal Work GET BENT Metal Fab, fences, gates, railings, security bars, 863-4418www.getbentmetalfab.ca
Misc Services ALL KINDS OF FENCES, 6x8 Cedar panels starting @ $65. Gates & custom orders, stainning,250-491-4622www.akf.ca
Alterations & Repairs Replace zippers & lining, some drapes Cyril Moore’s Tailoring, for Men & Ladies 250-7653570 1544 Oswell Dr. Blk Mtn
Moving & Storage
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AAA Best Rates Moving $59+. “Why Pay More” Short/Long Distance. Free Est. Res/Comm, 861-3400 FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance throughout 2010 Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687
Painting & Decorating 100% AFFORDABLE Painting Exp, quality. Int Paint/ceilings. Winter Specials. Terry 8639830 or 768-1098 DALE’S PAINTING Service. Painting Kelowna a better place since 1982, 862-9333
Plumbing KOSKI Plumbing-Heating Gas Fitting Reno’s Res. Bonded/Insured Troy @ 718-0209
Rubbish Removal ‘#1 - BBB Kelowna Junk Removal Ltd. (1998) Scrap metal, wood, appls, etc. House, yard, building site, rental properties, renovations, etc. WCB Coverage. Lrg 3/2/1 & 1/2ton trucks 718-0992 or 861-7066 kelownajunkremoval.com #1 CHEAP HAUL Most jobs 50% less then competitors. Why Pay More?? 250-718-0993
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LARRY’S LITTLE DUMPER We haul little loads of anything, landscaping materials, & Junk to the dump Call 250-718-1114 BOB’S ONE TON TRUCKING. All your rubbish needs. FREE scrap car hauling. 25yrs of satisfied Customers. Bob 250-765-2789, 861-0303 pgr DIGGINOLES N SHIFTINSTUFF. Pickup & delivery service. Rubbish & recycling removed. Landscape, building supplies & Hay delivered, small equipment transferred. Yes we work weekends!! www.digginoles.com or Ph: Ian 250-864-2339
SALES & SERVICE DIRECTORY JUNK REMOVAL
Kelowna Junk Removal Ltd. (1998)
House/Yard/Building Sites/Rental Properties/ Renovations/Etc. “We Service just about any kind of clean-up”
Scrapmetal/wood/appliances/etc. *W.C.B. Coverage kelownajunkremoval.com Large 3/2/1 & 1/2 Ton Trucks Excellent Reputation & Excellent Service. Cell 250-718-0992 / 250-861-7066 / Member of Kelowna Chamber of Commerce
CONSTRUCTION 765-6898
Weninger CONSTRUCTION
In business since 1989 Licensed & insured
HANDYMAN Larry’s Handyman & Renovation Services
• Interior & Exterior Renovations • Carpentry • Painting • Small Repairs • Pressure Washing
• Kitchen & Bathroom Upgrades • Yard Maintenance • Fences, Decks • Tile • Graffiti Removal
250-718-8879
MOVING
EXCAVATING
PAINTING
North End Moving Services
TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATINGLTD.
AFFORDABLE PAINTING
Local or Long Distance Polite & Professional
Ph: 250-869-0697 Cell 250-470-9498
TILING TILE SETTER
Artistic Ceramics.
Custom tile setting. Travertine, marble, granite & ceramic. Decks, kitchen, baths. Guaranteed work.
Call 250-870-1009
Senior’s Specials Experience & Quality New Homes & Repaints Ceilings Bondable. Insurance Work Call Terry 250-863-9830 or 250-768-1098
•Full Landscaping •Rock Retaining Walls •Portable Soil Screener •SNOW REMOVAL CELL: (250) 979-8033 BUS: (250) 861-1500
RUBBISH REMOVAL GUTTER CLEANING Pager 250-861-0303
Bob 250-765-2789 Rubbish Removal, Free Scrap Car Hauling,
Watch for the
Kelowna Gutter Cleaning & Repair • Fix leaks • 20 years. experience • Fascia soffit repairs • Downpipes • Re-Slope
250.718.6718
RENOVATIONS
PLUMBING
STUDZ RENOVATIONS
XCEL PLUMBING
PLUMBING CARPENTRY ELECTRICAL DRYWALL CONCRETE TILE WORK KITCHEN CABINETS LICENCED, INSURED
250-317-8275
Irrigation, Gas Fitting and Drain Cleaning. Commercial, residential and renovations. Service and hot water tanks.
Call Clint, 250-575-3839
REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS Real Estate Appraisal & Consulting Fred J. Lindsay, AACI, P.App.,- President #201 - 1583 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2A7 Bus: 861-8440 Em: linsal@telus.net website: www.a-1appraisalsltd.com
Valuation Services provided for: • Mortgage financing including new builds/additions •Rental Survey/Lease renewals • Employee relocation • Pre-listing and Pre-Purchase • Matrimonial property mediation • Estate planning • Property Tax consulting • Income Tax Valuation
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Services
Pets & Livestock
Rubbish Removal ERIK the STUDENT Rubbish & Appliance Removal. Hauls from $39.99 & up
250-859-9053
Snowclearing TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATING Comm. snow removal & comm snow blower. 250-979-8033
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Merchandise for Sale
Real Estate
Real Estate
Pet Services
$100 & Under
Free Items
Furniture
Acreage for Sale
For Sale By Owner
DOGWORKS- Fast, Fun, Effective dog training! Certified prof. trainer, Kathy Williams 250-317-1288
New Mobile Power Pack w/ 500 amp clamps 100 watt inverter (250)769-0882 OLDER type dbl bed w/frame complete with very clean mattress, $50. 250-826-1054. Oval Sofa Table $95 (250)769-0882 PAIR snow tires, 185-60R14, $45. 250-765-2789 PAIR snow tires, 205-75R15, $45. 250-765-2789 Rocker recliner chair. Very good condition. $85 (250)7175305 SEARS Hide-a-bed, $75. 250765-2789 SHEEPS Wool Quilt with nearly new cover $80 (250)7620369 STACKING dryer, $75. 250765-2789 Tiffany style direct connect Swag Lamp $40 (250)7690882 Two Black Adjustable Bar stools. $50 (250)769-0882
FREE
DOUBLE recliner sofa, 4yrs old, $250 obo. Loveseat, excl cond., $100. 2 glider rockers, $100ea obo. 250-762-2381
House and Acreage for Sale
GRAND FORKS HOME $299,000
Pets Boxer puppies, born Nov. 14/10, tails docked, $600 each, 250-492-4912 or email: annalorene@hotmail.com Boxer Pups - 3 brindle female pups, 9 wks, $850. 250-2606039.
FREE
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860-7805 Kelowna 493-5706 Penticton
Tiling TILE Setter. Artistic Ceramics. Custom tile setting. Call 250870-1009
Pets & Livestock
Feed & Hay Good quality hay, alfalfa grass mix, heavy square bales, barn stored. 542-9419 or 309-5956 GRASS hay for sale, $7/bale, 70-80lb bales, plus round bales, $65/bale. 250-764-7372 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763. QUALITY Alfalfa mix Hay for sale $8/bale. CASH ONLY. 250-769-5032
Lessons/Training DOG/PUPPY training, SPECIAL $50/mth LIMITED SPACE, BOOK NOW! Pawsitive Choices 250-768-2011
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$200 & Under Comfy, cuddly older cat seeking a quiet, pet-free home. Please call 250-808-3614 for more info GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies, 8 wks old, both parents to see, vet checked call 250864-0973 $750 Labradoodles ready to go. 8 weeks shots. Blonde and black, non-shed. Well socialized $850 (250)-864-7015 Male Bichon pups, great disposition, litter trained, non shedding, micro chipped, 1st shots, $550. 250-832-4923
Merchandise for Sale
Computer System, Windows Internet ready Excellent Cond. $200. 250-869-2363 Kelowna COUCH & love seat, like new, $150. 250-765-2789 FREE standing gas fireplace, $150. 250-765-2789 Heavy Duty Kenmore Washer & Dryer $150 (250)769-0222 NEW 10K, gold loop small earrings, paid $195, take $175. 250-765-6104 New Teak & Leather Hall or Bdrm Bench 50”/18” $125 (250)769-0882 Two New Adjustable White leatherette Bar chairs $130 (250)769-0882
Comfy, cuddly older cat seeking a quiet, pet-free home. Please call FREE to good home, senior male Beagle, neutered, 10yrs old, recent rabies shot, needs to lose 10lbs. Can’t bring to retirement home. 250-762-7190 MOVING- Must give-away. Laz-boy recliner. Queen size boxspring & mattress. 250826-1287. WE will pick up & recycle your wire pipes, & aluminum windows,from reno’s, batteries radiators etc.too.(250)717-0581
Fruit & Vegetables Graziano Orchards 3455 Rose Rd. Different varieties of Apples sold all winter long. Also homemade apple pies. (250)-860-2644.
www.grazianofamilyorchards.com
Firewood/Fuel
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FIREWOOD. Fir, $165/cd, Jackpine, $145/cd.Ponderosa, $120/cd. Jim, 250-762-5469
$100 & Under 2 OAK slotted Back Dinette Chairs.$50 (250)769-0882 32” Lead glass door & frame, $70. 250-765-2789 4 Drawer legal filing cabinet, $70. 250-765-2789 5’ unit double door, leaded glass, $95. 250-765-2789 BED Linen to fit full size Chev pu, $45. 250-765-2789 Beige recliner great shape $25. call (250)763-8404 Black 47x13 x 28 “ high side table $45 (250)769-0882 DBL bdrm suite-clean matt, 2 end tbl, mirrored dress, chest of drawers, $100. 826-1054. Master craft Recip. Saw $35 (250)769-0882 MAYTAG washer, $65. 250765-2789 New 300 watt mobile inverter $35 (250)769-0882 New Black Decker Angle Grinder $35 (250)769-0882
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$300 & Under 18” square travertine tile, 28pcs, $10/pce. 250-769-0222 2008 White Frigidaire Range, like new, $245 (250)-765-6104 Computer Laptop, Windows, Wireless, Excellent Condition, $300. 250-869-2363 Kelowna
Food Products SALE - 20 sides of BEEF, naturally grown, approx 250lbs sides, no additives, $2.49lbs cwf. 250-546-6494
Free Items Appliance pick-up, Rads Batteries & Old machinery. Call Harley 778-821-1317 Black recliner U pick up (250)763-8404 FREE pick up of Pop & beer cans Liquor bottles Juice water containers 250-868-0824
APPLE $150. Fir $110. Pine $70. Split/Dry. 2/3 cord. Free delivery Kel. 250-762-6552 DRY AND SEASONED Firewood Residential and Commercial sales, split and delivered. Delivery from Peachland to Oyama. Pine - $160/cord Fir - $200/cord Please call 250826-2324 DRY Birch for delivery to Kelowna. 250-542-6349 GARAGE Stored Fir & Pine mix, $79.95 pick-up load delivered. 250-575-4574
Furniture “BEARLY” Used Home Furnishings; Tables & Chairs from $99, Sofa’s, Hide-a-beds from $99. Much more in store! OK Estates Furniture and More. 3292 Hwy 97N( beside Sheepskin Boutique) (250)-807-7775
Toys & Ride-ons for Christmas. Clean, gently used, low prices. 1/2 of new plus 20% off this week! Baby & kids clothes N/B - 10 yrs, up to 50% off our already low prices. Skiis & ski helmets. Skates. Video’s, DVD’s. Baby items. All approved. Car Seat. Cribs. High Chairs. Tubs. Saucers. Toddler beds. Bedding. Etc. Moms the Word 187 Hwy 33E past Rutland Rd 765-3422 V/S MC DD. We rent baby items for visitors, $16 for 4 days. ASSORTED Bar Chair Sets, Side tables, Lamps, 4x6 Plants, Power / Hand Tools Etc. (250)769-0882 FAR-INFRARED SAUNAS Year end Blow out Demos starting at $549. Free del.,setup try. Kel. 1-888-239-9999 www.SOLARUSsauna.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com MASTERCRAFT Snowblower, 28”, 6spd, 10hp, 120volt elec start, seldom used, $550. 250768-0823 Sat. Jan 8 only ! Moving out of town, fridge, stove washer dryer 6000ac unit Queen mat.box & frame 9 drawer dresser + more! Call 778-477-4451 X-ACTO Blades, 6 boxes left, $10ea. Please call 250-7637114
Misc. Wanted I am a private collector and want to buy your old coin collection & accumulations. Todd, 250-864-3521
Musical Instruments Ennis & Co. Cabinet Grand Piano, exc. cond., professionally tuned, built in Oshawa, Canada between 1912-1917, one family owned. Has original piano stool w/claw feet, asking $1000 obo. To view call Graham 250-558-4771 MOIR Pianos. New & Used Grand & Upright Pianos. Call Richard Moir 250-764-8800
Sporting Goods SKS’s from $199, CZ 858’s $749, CQ-A1 AR15’s $749, .233 Ammo $500/1000. Glock’s & CZ’s from $699, repairs, refinishing, reblueing. All at The Best Little Gunshop Around Weber & Markin 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel. 250762-7575 Tues-Sat, 10-6
1100sq. ft. house with full finished basement on 10 private acres with views of the Monashees in Cherryville less than 10 min. to the Shushwap River. 20’ X 25’ shop, 2 fenced acres, large yard, mature trees, and drilled well. $359,000 Call 250-547-9383 TEXAS U.S.A BEST BUY Own your own 20 acre ranch in booming West Texas only $395 per acre, $99.00 per month guaranteed financing. Call 1-800-875-6568
Apt/Condos for Sale 2BD, 2bth, 1500sq’, bright top flr corner unit, great loc. MLS $199,900. Betsy Price, RE/ MAX Kelowna. 250-212-5520 AVAIL IMMED. Lrg 2 bdrm, 2 bath condo at Yaletown Kelowna. Near UBCO. Priv end unit, brand new W/D, fridge, stove & dshwshr. 2 u/g sec prking, $1100. 250-860-5737 MUST sell 1 & 2 bdrm condo’s, $115,000-$195,000. By Spall Plaza. 250-718-8866 THINKING OF SELLING? For a confidential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.
Appraisals/ Inspections A-1 Appraisals Ltd- Mortgage financing including New construction & Matrimonial Mediation. Approved Appraisers for all Financial Institutions. 250861-8440, linsal@telus.net
Duplex/4 Plex FULL SXS, fin. up/ down, Capri/creek, total reno’d, 9 bdrm, 4 bath. $540,000. 718-8866
For Sale By Owner INN AT Big White, #307, sleeps-4, FP, pool, hottub. Owner use or rental income. $65,000. See www.okhomesellers.com Call 250-768-5510 THINKING OF SELLING? For a confidential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.
Classified Advertising: What a bright idea! 250.763.3212
Great setting & location. Bdrms 2+2, 2 bathrooms Approx.2240 sq.ft. Finished up and down. Room for RV parking and Addition. Lrg. garage with shelving, workbench, and walk-in service pit.Lrg. lot, landscaped with fruit trees.Close to Arena and Rec. Centre. mikesook@telus.net or phone (250)-442-2288
Houses For Sale ******* 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 THINKING OF SELLING? For a confidential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.
Mobile Homes & Parks 2011 CANADIAN Dream Home 3 bed/2 bath, 1512 sqft, CSA-Z240 $109,950 includes delivery and set up in lower BC, 877-976-3737, http://www.hbmodular.com/ images/email.jpg
Mortgages BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca
Rentals Acreage 30 acres of prime farmland for lease in Upper Mission. Call Rick 250-215-2449, John 250212-2386
Apt/Condo for Rent 1bd $685 Bach $650 2bd $885. Like new condo’s, NS, NP, central, immed. 718-8866 1BD, avail Feb 1, completely redone. Secure building. Call 250-861-4700
SALES & SERVICE DIRECTORY WELDING & FABRICATION
EXPERIENCED CRAFTSMEN
• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall
• Kitchen Remodels • Painting • Plumbing
• Electrical • Tile Work • To-Do Lists • Much More
SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST
MEMBER
Kelowna • 250-717-5500 kelowna.handymanconnection.com
CHIMNEY CLEANING Right Way Chimney Service ~ Chimney Sweeping ~ Roof Repair ~ Gutter Cleaning & Much More Just Ask 5% Discount For Senior
250.808.1473
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
GARAGE DOORS
METAL FABRICATION LTD. Fences • Gates • Railings • Security Bars • Cargo Racks • Rollcages • Boat Railings & more. Tube Bending Specialists www.getbentmetalfab.ca
Independently Owned and Locally Operated
250-863-4418
COMMERCIAL CLEANING PROFESSIONAL, RELIABLE, BONDED, INSURED
24/7 SERVICE
1 TIMERS, COMMERCIAL, RESTAURANT, OFFICES, MEDICAL/DENTAL, STRATA & FLOOR WORK CARE, POST CONSTRUCTION Excellent References (250)868-7224
DALE’S
ABC
PAINTING SERVICE
OVERHEAD DOORS
PAINTING KELOWNA A BETTER PLACE SINCE 1982
250-878-2911
862-9333 CONSTRUCTION DCR CONTRACTING Reno’s, kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, drywall & paint.
Call 250.862.1746
Watch for the
We install, service, & repair all makes of doors & openers. FREE ESTIMATES • INSURANCE CLAIMS • SENIOR DISCOUNTS Call Mon.-Fri. 8-4:30 pm
PLUMBING
KOSKI PLUMBING, HEATING & GAS FITTING •Renovations •New construction •Plumbing Service & Repairs •H/W tank replacement • Furnace Service & Installs • Gas f/p Service and Installs Bonded & Insured
Call Troy, 250-718-0209
CONSTRUCTION L CONSTRUC GE Serving Kelowna TI
Since 1973 Custom homes, reno’s additions, decks, kitchens & baths
ON
QUALITY WORKMANSHIP
PAINTING
“ONE ROOM, OR YOUR WHOLE CASTLE”
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HOME RENOVATIONS
Call Doug 250.215.1616 engelconst@shaw.ca
To book your space, call
250-763-7114
and speak with a classified rep today!
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2-1bdrm units gr. floor utils incl’d.1 Avail. Jan 5 other Feb 1. NS. NP. 3790 Brown Rd. Beside Shoppers Drugmart $750/mo (250-)768-5183 2Bdrm Furnished UBC/Quail Upgraded Deluxe Furniture Top Floor. View. Avail now. $1495 utils included. 250-5400539, 250-859-1300. To view okbccondos.com/cc1614.html 3BDRM bright N. Glenmore, 5 appl, 2 car gar, ns, np, $1275. 250-768-6792. 3Bdrm Furnished XL Deluxe Waterfront, 2 Pools, Gym, etc $1895 utils incl. Avail now. 250-540-0539, 250-859-1300. To view: okbccondos.com/disc138.html Beach DT 2Bd 2 bath Bright condo.New floors, insuite laundry UG Parking, outdoor pool, Storage fitness rm. NP. NS. $990. Feb. 1 (250)768-1888 BELGO AREA, Rutland Rd. South. 2bd, $900 hydro, f/s, NO PETS, bus route, Avail. now. 250-491-3345, 869-9788 BRIDGEWATER ESTATES Adult-oriented condo. $900/ month. Call 250-317-8990 CAPRI MALL area. Senior Orientated building. NP, laundry, 2bd $800/mo 250-979-2771 LOFT located Downtown on Sunset Dr. next to Waterfront Park & Prospera Place. Featuring over height ceilings and windows, rooftop deck, 2 bdrms, 2bath, 5appls. window coverings, secure covered parking, avail immed. $1350/mth. 250-763-6600, 250-878-5968 SKI IN/SKI OUT BIG WHITE Condo for rent, 3bd, 2bth, sleeps 8, fully furnished. $3500/mo. 250-768-1505 WESTBANK two bed & den, 6 appl, 1 u/g parking. Kids OK. No parties, No pets. $1200 month plus deposit, utilities incl. 1 yr lease pref, refs req. 250-681-1968 lv msg. APARTMENTS FOR RENT in Granada Gardens for Jan. 1 & beyond, ranging from $800-$850/mo (250)766-4528. 2 Bdrm. apt. Spacious, close to all amenities, NS, NP, 1yr lease, avail Jan 1st. incl heat. 250-763-6600
1Bdrm self contained with garage & shed. Near lake. Gorgeous View. 4 appls. Avail. Jan 1. No dogs. 15k on Westside Rd. $675 + utilities. Ref’s NS. pets negot 250-769-3672 2530 Rhinestone Rd, Westbank, Feb 1st. 3bd+office, approx 1500sq’, AC, 2bth, no pets, no smoking, $1250 +utils. 250-717-0045 2BD&1bd Cottage house for rent, great lake view, deck, pool, 1200sq’, avail immed. Lakeview Heights. Great deal. Also 3bd Mainflr & 2bd lower suite. 250-769-9038. Or email: qizhangsun@gmail.com 3/4 BD., Winfield area, $1575 +utils. NO PETS. Avail Now. Overlooks Wood Lake on East side. Close to schools. Call 250-869-9788, 250-491-3345 3 BDR, 2 ba,1600 sqft. Close to the hospital. Laminate flooring, back yard bordering on creek. 1 car garage, f/s/d/w/d included. $1500/mo. Avail Jan 15th or Feb 1st. 250-762-6272 3bdrm West Kelowna House for rent. $1200/mo.Jan 15. Lrg fenced yard w/shed, walk to town.pet neg.(250)317-1120 3BD Webster Rd. $1400. very clean.& 2bd, reno’ed laminate flrs.$1100.Avail now 762-6451 4BDRM Belgo farm house on school bus route, np, ns, $1250 + utils. Avail Feb 1. 250-765-4715 lv msg. 5BDRM, 3 bath, full house, avail Feb 1, Primrose Rd. $1700. NS, NP. 250-3174630. Bsmnt could be sep. too 6BD, 3.5bth, dbl gar., 1fmlyrm, 1lvngrm, city/lake view. Ellison area, Available. 3060 Lakha Rd. No Dogs. $1800 (250)869-2186, 250-765-5267 ALMOST LAKEFRONT! $1,900 Newer family home across from the beach, downtown, private street. Clean, 3 bed +, all appl, f/p, garage, fenced yard. Avail now, $1,900/m, references. No smoking/no pets. 250-7642511 A Lrg Clean 4 bdrm + bonus room w/deck, fr, st, dw, wd, cen. air. ug sprinklers. Quiet neighborhood on cul du sac. Lrg yard, parking, pet neg. NS $1695 Call 1-250-371-3382 Avail. Feb 1. 4bdrm 3baths West Kelowna dbl gar.3 appls NP NS DD ref’s $1675 (250)450-9782, 250-575-5743 BRIARWOOD RD- 4bdrm, 2 baths, 5appl, laundry rm, bonus rm, fenced yard, storage shed, close to schools, rec center & shopping. Avail immed. $1400+ utils 864-2361 ENTIRE Rutland house, $900 plus utils. 1 bdrm + den, 2593 Hwy 97/Mills Rd. Pet ok. Ref’s req’d. 250-765-5578. GLENROSA, 4bdrm,2.5baths, newly reno’d, lrge yard, tons of parking, avail immed. $1600+ utils. Pets neg. 250-769-5896. GLENROSA Area. 3/bdrm $1500 mo+utils. Available now. NO PETS. Lrg back fenced yard. 250-869-9788 or 250-491-3345 LAKE VIEW home. 1744 Merlot Dr. 4bdrm + office, 3 baths. Oversz dbl attach grge, hrdwd & tile throughout, ss appl, jetted tub. Fully lndscpd. $2200/mo. 403-607-6046. Peachland 3bdrm House 2 BATH No dogs $1200 incl. utils. (250)765-5267,869-2186 SHORT-TERM rental. Furn’d House close to DT Kelowna. Jan 15 - March 31. $1400 incl all. 250-763-2158 VERNON 4 br Home for Rent w/d/f/s central location $1400/ mo 250-309-2565 Westbank Furn Lrg bungalo 2 bdrm 2bath Adult complex. Small dog ok NS. Avail. Jan Feb. Mar. $1050 incl utils 250768-0837 3BD, 4appl, FP, Patio, $1400 OR 5bd, 6appl, FP, Patio, Gar, $1600. 250-860-1961
Ski in/out Silver Star luxury chalet, sleeps 10, hot tub. Special nightly rate $299. Min 3 nights. Jan-March availabitlity. Joannehlheath@yahoo.ca www.silverstar-ski-chalets.com
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 WAREHOUSE, Central Location, easy access to Hwy. 5000sq’, $7.50/sq’+ trpl net chrgs 250-868-2625 212-1491
Duplex / 4 Plex $750 + utils, 2 bdrm 4-plex at 2591 Hwy 97/Mills Rd. Pet ok. Ref’s req’d. 250-765-5578. DUPLEX, Downtown Kelowna, hospital area, 2bd, 5appl, NS, NP, adult, wrking cpl pref. $950+utils. 250-212-9189 or 250-764-2057 FEB 1. 2bd duplex, 1 bth, Ok Mission, like new, 4 appl, lrg yard. $975 incl water, sewer, ns, np. DD, ref’s. 764-4786. Jan 15/Feb 1. 2 bdrm in 4plex, FS, WD h/up, sm. deck, NS, Ndogs, adult oriented. $825. 250-763-9825, KELOWNA SOUTH 1350 sq ft. upper duplex; 3 Bedrms; 2 Bathrms; 5 appl.; Lg covered deck; Utilities + cable incl. No pets, no smokers; Parking; Avail. Immed. $1225/mo; References required. Contact Bob 250-762-2414 NICE, 3bd, 2bth upper unit in 4plex, deck space, singl gar, 2+prking. Shared lndry, some yard maint. Asher Rd. Bus rts close. Incl appl’s, no smokers, no pets, Feb 1st. 250-2151616 , 250-763-7222
Homes for Rent 1000sq’ 1bd house, newly reno’d, DW, WD, storage shed, 1521 Bernard, natural gas, bus stop nearby, NP, $1000 all utils incl. Avail immed. Call Anthony, 250-491-0626 1Bdrm + Den Log House on the Lake. Peaceful.wood heater & electric heat.4appls.15km on Westside Rd. $1100 + utils. Available Jan. 1 call (250)769-3672 ref’s. NS. No dog. 2Bdrm Carriage house, Avail.Feb 1st. DT. $1100/mo.+ Utilities. NP. (250)212-8909
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Office/Retail Hwy97 N, comp. area & 1800 sf’ of retail. Rutland, 2100sq’ of Office/Retail for lease. 250765-3295, 250-860-5239 OFFICE Space, 600sqft, partially furnished. Private entrance. $600/mo. Contact Dan or Bob at All Kinds of Carpet 250-769-6790
Recreation 2 BDRM condo on beach in Puerto Vallarta, $200/night. Tom 250-870-3255 or email aspengrovegolf@shaw.ca
Rooms for Rent All Comforts of Home, furn.rooms/suites DT. wireless int. ca. WD.fr $450. 861-5757 RUTLAND furn’d rm for wrkng man, 30+, lvingrm, TV, kit., lndry, utils incl, $590+DD. Call 250-215-1561
RV Pads RV LOT Seasonal Rent; 3 lots at Shuswap Falls RV Resort www.shuswapfalls.com. $2200 per year, fully serviced and 20 steps from the Shuswap River, Mabel Lake is within 15 minutes www.mabellakeresort.com. Contact i.mackay@shaw.ca or 403-208-2074.
Seasonal Acommodation Ski in/out Silver Star suite, sleeps 8, hot tub, special $199 night. 3 nights min. joannehlheath@yahoo.ca www.silverstar-ski-chalets.com
Senior Assisted Living SENIOR HOME SHARING from $595, 250-768-9158. Westbank
Shared Accommodation Glenmore House, utils incl, no phone, int avail, Feb 1st. $550. 250-469-1238, 250-718-5025 Looking for kind considerate reliable quiet working or retired person (30yr old) to share a 2bdrm bsmt suite. NS Call 250-762-7253, 250-681-1965 Share house on acreage Feb 1 $400 + $475 incl. int utils Lrg home on 15 acres Glenmore Very close to UBCO must be respon.quiet (250)470-1179
Suites, Lower 1091 Schell Crt. 1bd, 1bth bsmt suite, NS, NP, near Max store, school & bus. Avail now. Rutland. $750. 250-826-4080 1BD, 4appl, Patio, $700 Incl Util OR 2bd, 4appl, Fncd For Pet, $850. 250-860-1961 www.cdnhomefinders.ca 1BD, $650 incl utils, except cbl & lndry, AC, NP. Jan 15. 250491-3496, 250-808-1961 1Bdrm Bsmt Suite For Rent NS NP $900 Incls all utils (250)765-4066 1BD. share w/d, ns, np, cls. to Costco, Available Feb.1, $725. incl. utils. 250-448-5661 2BD. Hosp. area, fireplace, cable TV, lg. yrd. w/creek, $850.+1/2utils, 250-868-9059 2BDRM + Den. walk out level 1300 sq ft.5 appls.W/D Shannon Lake NS NP $900 +DD Ref’s req. Jan1 (250)707-0760 2Bdrm suite avail soon,Laundry incl NS NP $700. (250)765-9471. or (250)-718-6505 Bright lrg 1bd w/o suite Westbank sep entry/drive 5appls insuite laundry, all utils incl’d $750. NS. NP. (250)768-1977 Clean 2 bd DT 4 appls.yard patio prkng NP NS . $1025. inc. util.Avail 250-215-1073 DT 1 bd 2 bath bsmt suite, own laundry,4appls, NS, pets neg. NP, working couple perferred. 1 block to Cultural District $700 incl electricity. Avail Immed.( 250)-860-9630 Knox Mtn.1Bdrm + den bright open.prkg. fireplace utils incl’d. Quiet. Pets negot. NS. Avail now $950 (778)478-9961 Lrg bright 2bdrm 5 appls DT NP NS Patio prkng utils incl’d Avail. $1150 250-215-1073 Lrg suite,1Bd+Den, sep. entry, $900 incl. all utils, gas,elec, int, & cable.quiet rural acreage in Ellison. NS. 1 pet allowed Avail. Jan.10 (250)-470-2576 NEW 2bd view of city/lake dw own lndry, heat control. NS/ NP. $900. 778-753-3848 Newly Reno’ed 2Bdrm 1 bath new appls. sep entry, lrg yard pets negot. $850 +1/2 utils. Avail.immed. (250)860-4053 RUTLAND. 1bd bsmt suite, NS, NP, $750. Avail. now. 250-765-3002, 250-863-5616
Rutland/McCurdy area, 2bd. 1ba. very clean bright, gr. lev., cvrd. patio, fncd. bckyrd, f/s, cent. air, b/i vac, u/g irrg., priv. prkng, nr. amens., share w/d, $850. util. NP, NS. Avail. Nov. 1, 250-491-4506. SPACIOUS 1bd bsmt suite, Mission Flats area, self contained, priv ent, lndry, 4appls, basic cble, int incl, no smoking, no pets. Singl pref. Jan 15th. 250-215-1616 W.bank 2bdrm 2 prkng spots laundry, basic utils. incl’d.pets ok. $1175. Quiet, cul du sac. priv yard.reno’d (250)681-4888
Suites, Upper 1BD. Newer in Rutland, utils/cbl. incl., np, ns, cls. to bus, $700.+dd, 250-807-7864 1BD suite, $650 utils incl. Also 4bdrm house, $1050+ utils. Rutland. Pets ok. Avail now. 250-808-1250. 2BD, 1ba, Costco, Heritage Sch.,Plaza 33,fs, shr’d wd,yard Feb.1 $1100. 250-491-3215 2BD., 2bth, HOSPITAL area, new luxury, 5appl, NS, NP, $1250. 768-9744, 864-6281 2BD, NS, sep ent., hospital area, priv lndry, cat ok, $1350. Avail Feb 1 Call 250-448-5817 2Bdrm 2 bath Lakeview Suite Priv. WD, entry all utils incl’d no phone $1500 West Kelowna (250)769-5634 3Bdrm Westbank, cul du sac. 2bath.h.wood/tile. reno’d, .garage 3parking spots. insuite laundry $1450 (250)-681-4888 EXECUTIVE Suite, 2bd duplex, close to hospital, Jan 15. Call 778-478-6991
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SPECIAL Anniversary Edition 1987 Cougar LS. Great shape. only 106km. $3900. (1-250)517-8087
1999 Chev Astro, AWD LT, 8pass, 4.3L V6, auto, air, tilt, cruise, pgroup, rear AC/heat, stereo, Alloys, $7475. D# 30278. 250-712-0011 2000 Chev Silverado ext, 2wd, s/box, 4.8L, V8, auto, OD, air, tilt, cruise, PDL, stereo, boxliner, Alloys, only 181,000k. $8475.D#30278.250-712-0011 2002 GMC 2500HD 4x4, duramax diesel, 6spd, 230K, good cond. $10,000. 250-306-5362 2003 Chev Silverado ext LS 2500 4x4, s/box, 6.6L Duramax Diesel Allison 5spd auto, OD, fully loaded, fuel injectors done, new brakes, only 186,000k, $18,975. D#30278. 250-712-0011 2003 Dodge Quad SLT 1500, 2wd, s/box, 4.7L V8, auto, OD, air, tilt, cruise, PW, PDL, Pmirrors, stereo, tonneau, Alloys, 1-owner, only 125,000k. $11, 975. D#30278. 250-712-0011 2003 Ford F150 s/crew Lariat 4x4/5.4L/V8, auto, OD, air, tilt, cruise, pgroup, stereo, boxliner, only 177,000k, $13,975. D#30278. 250-712-0011 2003 Ford F350 crew cab shrt box 4x4 6ltr. Diesel, auto xl air cruise tilt. Very straight truck. $11,900 obo. 250-546-0994 2004 Dodge 3500 4x4, diesel, cr/cab, dually, leather, good cond. $17,900. 250-308-2225 2005 Ford F350, crew cab diesel, 4x4, long bed, $16,995. Mill Creek. DL10805. 250-3170163
IF You have the desire, I have the fire. Sensuality at its best. Curious seniors of all ages (50-100) welcome. 10-10. Call Mia 250-317-8043
Auto Accessories/Parts LYLE’S TOWING Free removal of unwanted vehicles. Pay up to $1000 for good vehicles. Lots of used parts for sale. 765-8537
Auto Services Mechanically $50/hr, Bodywork $60/hr,Welding $70/hr 40 years. Exp.Gar (250)681-4697
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OUR CARS LAST! 2005 Sebring conv, 2.7L, V6, auto, air, tilt, cruise, Pgroup, stereo, only 74,000k, $9975 D#30278. 250-712-0011 2010 Toyota Camry LE, 33,000 miles, exceptional, $19,999. Mill Creek. DL10805. 250-317-0163
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Townhouses 2 bdrm spacious townhouse in Vernon, quiet corner unit, main floor, window covering, large balcony & storage, A/C. 1/2 rent for 1st month. Avail Feb 1. $850 signing lease. 250-7690626 or 250-317-8673
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2BD. Recently reno’d., nr. Plaza 33, kid & pet friendly, avail now. $1000/mo. 250-870-7172 THINKING OF SELLING? For a confidential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime. WEST KELOWNA Townhouse 2 brd 1.5 bath 1120 Sq Ft, close to schools, rec center, $1000/month +DD+utilities no pets, no smoking. 403-2885819
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2001 Volkswagon Passat GLX 4motion wagon. 165,000km fully loaded, summers & winters on rims. Exc family car. $8800. 250-558-9969 2002 Volvo S60 T5, fully loaded, 150kms, 300hp intake exhaust, custom brakes, winter & summer tires & rims, $11,000 obo. 250-938-2868 2004 Toyota Matrix XR, 4wd. ex cond., many extras, great deal. $7400. 250-542-7381
Scrap Car Removal AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Min $40 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 250-899-0460 SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $3.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288
SCRAP Vehicle Removal. Will pay upto $80, depending on type of vehicle. 250-801-4199
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Snowmobiles 12-727 Stremel Rd, Kelowna Mon.-Sat. 8:30-5:30
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Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: ESTATE OF WILLIAM FRANK HOWARD, DECEASED, FORMERLY OF 422 TULAMEEN ROAD, KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, V1W 4T9. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of William Frank Howard are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to an Executor, at #301-1665 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 2B3, on or before February 4, 2011 after which date the executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it having regard to the claims of which the Executor then have notice. Thelma Sira Howard Executor by Pushor Mitchell LLP Lawyers Attention: Theresa M Arsenault, Q.C telephone (250)762-2108 WAREHOUSEMAN’S Lien Act. Under the terms of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act, Goods and Personal Property of this person listed below, deposited at Sexsmith Self Storage Ltd., have been seized and will be sold, to recover the cost for unpaid storage rent. Allan Chaykowski Unit#149
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Trucks & Vans 1988 Ford F150 w/canopy, new snow tires, runs great, first $700 takes. 765-2789. 1996 Ford Windstar GL, 7pass, 3.0L, V6, auto, OD, air, tilt, cruise, pgroup, stereo, only $2975.D#30278.250-712-0011 2001 Pontiac Montana Van. $2900.obo (250)517-8087
INVITATION TO TENDER T11-004 Cedar Creek Pump Station – Site Improvements Sealed tenders, clearly marked on the outside of the envelope with the words “T11-004 Cedar Creek Pump Station – Site Improvements” will be received at the office of the City Clerk, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC up until 3 PM, Local Time, January 25, 2011. Tenders will be opened publicly at that time. There is a non-mandatory site meeting on January 11, 2011 at 11 am PST at Cedar Creek Park, 5200 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna. 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 www.kelowna.ca or for a $50 nonrefundable fee from the City of Kelowna Purchasing Department, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna BC V1Y 1J4. kelowna.ca
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Strata councils can’t ignore voices of dissent
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Offer(s) available on most new 2010 & 2011 models purchased through participating dealers to qualiďŹ ed retail customers who take delivery by January 31, 2011. Dealers may sell for less. Some conditions apply. Offers are subject to change without notice. See dealer for complete details. ‥ 2011 RVR GT/2011 Outlander XLS models shown have an MSRP of $28,498/$34,498 and selling price of $30,343/$36,343: includes destination, delivery and fees. Taxes, PPSA, and dealer fees of up to $599 are excluded. †Combined City/Highway ratings for non-hybrid compact SUV’s. 9 Terms vary by model, see dealer for details. Purchase ďŹ nancing/No Payments for 90 days: available through Bank of Nova Scotia and Bank of Montreal on all new: 2011 models (Lancer Evolution excluded)/2010 Lancer and Outlander models for up to 36/72 months/ Interest charges (if any) will not accrue during the ďŹ rst 60 days after purchaser signs contract for a participating vehicle. After the ďŹ rst 60 days interest (if any) starts to accrue and the purchaser will repay principal and interest (if any) monthly over the term of the contract. Financing example: 2011 Lancer DE (CL41A C01)/2010 Outlander ES 2WD (CO45-A C04) ďŹ nanced at 0% over 36/72 months. Monthly payments equal $445/$355, with a down payment of $0/$0 , a cost of borrowing of $0/$0, and a total obligation of $15,998/$25,498. Excludes up to $1450 in freight, $250 in PDI, $100 in air tax, up to $30 in EHF, $15 duty on new tires, taxes, PPSA, registration, insurance, licensing, administration, up to $599 in other dealer fees, and any additional government fees. * Whichever comes ďŹ rst. Regular maintenance not included. See dealer or mitsubishi-motors.ca for warranty terms, restrictions and details. Not all customers will qualify. ** Best backed claim does not cover Lancer Evolution and Ralliart models. ÂŽ MITSUBISHI MOTORS, BEST BACKED CARS IN THE WORLD are trade-marks of Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. and are used under license.
t shouldn’t be surprising that the populist political tsunami spreading across the province would spill over into the condominium community. Fueled by HST referendum petitions and MLA recall initiatives, an angry electorate has awakened and is demanding more say in political affairs. While on a much smaller scale, the same sentiment is being heard more often from strata members who question the practices of councils that are viewed as undemocratic and/or autocratic. And just as the electorate has discovered the power of the people, strata members are inquiring how their voices can be heard as well. Before the Bastille is stormed and those in charge are unceremoni-
majority support of eligible voters present to get elected. Occasionally, the majority of members might not support one or more candidates and a secret ballot could be required. Unlike the onerous system for recalling provincial legislators, removing a council member requires a simple majority vote at a special general meeting. Disgruntled strata members need only recruit 20 per cent of the persons holding the corporation’s votes to call an SGM for the purpose of voting to remove a council member. At the designated meeting, one-third of the corporation’s votes must be present in person, or by proxy, to establish a quorum. If the quorum is not present within onehalf hour of the scheduled time, the meeting is
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Gunnar Forsstrom ously dumped from power, members should be clear on how councils are created. The Schedule of Standard Bylaws (part of the Strata Property Act) states that councils can be comprised of between three and seven directors, elected at an annual general meeting. Many stratas mistakenly believe that if, for example, five members accept nominations to council they are automatically acclaimed. Not so. Just as in any election there must be a vote, with the nominees requiring a
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adjourned until the same time and place the following week. If, on the next occasion, the necessary quorum is still not present within one-half hour, the eligible voters present and their proxies shall constitute a quorum. If, for example, a 50unit condo was suffering political turmoil and members wanted to remove a director, it would require 10 eligible voters to request a SGM be held. In that case, 17 voters would be required to form a quorum, at which time only nine votes would be needed to remove the council member. Alternatively, if a second SGM needs to be held because a quorum wasn’t established the first time, then theoretically one person could vote out a director, or an entire council.
Two famous quotes defining politics—Nobel Laureate Thomas Mann’s “Everything is politics,� and former U.S house speaker Tip O’Neil’s “All politics is local�—are apt phrases to describe the reality of life in condominium communities. Although most strata members might not consciously think about it, politics is as important and influential for the good governance of a corporation as it is for society at large. Unfortunately, in each case politics is largely ignored by its constituents. StrataScene is intended for general information only. Gunnar Forsstrom is a licensed strata manager with Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty. 250-860-1411 gforsstrom@coldwellbanker.ca
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Recycling helps museum Here’s an easy way to lend your support to the development of the Kelowna Fire Museum and Education Centre. On Saturday, Jan. 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., drop off your refundable bottles and cans at the museum, 1630 Water St. Volunteers will sort and return them with all the funds raised going to purchase furnishings and equipment for the Firehouse Kitchen Coffee Shop opening early in the new year. The museum will also gladly take any cardboard boxes accumulated over the holidays. The museum will house displays of fire equipment and memorabilia highlighting the more than a century of service to the citizens of Kelowna. An education centre is also planned to help Central Okanagan children learn about making safe choices. See www.fire-
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