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THE CURLING TEAMS for Sweden and Germany are practicing for the Winter Olympics here in Kelowna this week.

AFTER A BITTER standoff between Sun-Rype and its unionized employees over their last labour contract, the two sides have come to an agreement on a new 5-year deal and everyone is happy.

ONE OF THE IMPORTANT keys to having a thriving arts and music scene in Kelowna is the response from people who take the time to attend local events that feature talented up and coming performers.

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New pest poses threat to cherries Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER

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A new and devastating pest of soft fruits like cherries and grapes has made its way to North America and was discovered in an East Kelowna cherry orchard last fall. Spotted wing drosophila, a vinegar fly, can destroy an entire crop of cherries in a season, despite its tiny size. And cherry growers who are members of the Okanagan Kootenay Cherry Growers’ Association voted at this week’s annual general meeting to fund a monitoring program that will include trapping, identification and fruit inspection to map the progress of this new pest in the Okanagan, Similkameen and Creston Valleys, where cherries are grown. Entomologists from the agriculture ministry and the Pacific Agri-food Research Centre in Summerland are working with counterparts in California, Oregon and Washington, where the pest was also discovered last year, to put together an emergency management strategy for the fly. Susanna Acheampong, Kelowna entomologist with the ministry, said it’s expected overwintering flies may turn up by May—if there are any—so monitoring must begin before then. Emergency registration of a pesticide to help deal with an infestation may be needed, but it’s not known yet what might work best against it. A December pest alert from the ministry warned all growers of stone fruits like cherries, peaches and apricots, as well as dogwood, mulberry and berries, that it has been confirmed in the Fraser Valley and Kelowna. On farms where it was found in the Williamette Valley in Oregon in peaches, some growers lost up to 80 per cent of their crop, while in Northern California, about a third of the cherry crop was lost to it last year. It’s native to Asia, but can be transported in ripe fruit like berries, cherries or grapes, where the adult lays its eggs under the skin of the fruit, so the larva have an ample food supply once they hatch.

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SPEAKING OUT…Standing beside rally organizer Celia Brown-Clayton (holding the speaker) and pastor Tyler Gingrich, an

emotional Heather Henderson, once homeless herself, speaks out in opposition to violence against the homeless at a rally held Monday at Orchard Plaza in Kelowna to bring about change after a homeless man was beaten in Orchard Plaza parking lot. See story on A3.

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Amnesty period eyed for legalizing suites Jason Luciw STAFF REPORTER

The law is being laid down for an estimated 2,000 illegal suites in the District of West Kelowna. Council approved a draft policy at its meet-

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Westside marina project wades back into spotlight Jason Luciw STAFF REPORTER

A $175-million destination marina proposal is back in the news after making a splash 10 months ago. A company called Okanagan Wharf Development Group unveiled plans for a 600-berth marina on April 21, but since then the company hasn’t had much more to say about the proposal, as legwork continued behind the scenes.

Now the group is back in the spotlight as it makes a case to the District of West Kelowna to change land uses for three properties along Westside Road, which would eventually permit the development of the massive project. The first step requires that West Kelowna council allow three properties, totaling 41 hectares, to be removed from a neighbourhood plan called the Raymer Study area, which is currently a collection of 10 upland

and waterfront properties about two kilometres up Westside Road, and eyed for future development. “Approval of the application will facilitate future applications to develop an agri-tourist destination based on a cluster of uses including a marina (with) approximately 600 berths, yacht club, dry-stack boat storage, boat launch, a variety of restaurants, five-star lodge and spa, waterfront boardwalk (and) large scale vineyard and winery,” said staff.

The three properties are currently zoned agricultural, which would permit the winery and the vineyard operations only. “Zoning bylaw amendments will be required to accommodate the proposed marina and lodge facilities,” added staff, in a report scheduled to go to council Tuesday afternoon. However, even if council approves of the project moving forward at this stage, there are many other hurdles the project must clear with prov-

incial agencies and ministries. Most notably, The Agricultural Land Commission would have to agree to exclude portions of the property from the Agricultural Land Reserve or to allow non-farming uses on sections of the land. The B.C. Ministry of Environment would also need to give its blessing under the Fisheries and Water Acts. jluciw@kelownacapnews.com

▼ KELOWNA

Big city violence issues spark response in a rally Mike Simmons STAFF REPORTER

A man was brutally beaten last Sunday by four unknown attackers. The group of people who showed up in the same parking lot a week later to protest the violent attack were far greater in numbers. The march drew close to 100 people of all ages to the parking lot outside Zellers, many bearing handmade signs condemning violence. Rally organizer Celia Browne-Clayton noted that the issue is one she cares about, and it was good for her to see that other people do as well. She noted Kelowna is becoming a bigger city, with big city problems. She pointed out it is still not too late for anyone who saw the beating take place or has information on who attacked the man to call police or Crime Stoppers. “I’m hoping that those people know that there’s still time, it’s not too late to help.” Browne-Clayton added that the attackers may have spoken to others about what they did, and anyone they may have

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confided in needs to come forward. Pastor Tyler Gingrich said he had heard from several people that Kelowna is a difficult city in which to become established. He said that living in the city is expensive at the current level of housing costs versus wages. “It’s a competitive place to live.” Gingrich noted that Kelowna still has abject poverty existing in the midst of wealth. He urged people to reach out and show compassion to their neighbours. “It’s hard to be in relationships with others, to engage with people who

are not like us,” said Gingrich. “But we have to work at being a community.” Inn from the Cold board member Peggy Salaberry said the message delivered by the attack on the homeless man was about fear and hatred. She said that the group gathered in the same place was there with a message of hope. “Kelowna is not a perfect city, but it is not a mean city.” She observed that the march said violence is not the way of Kelowna citizens. “It’s not going to be the way we do things.” Heather Henderson said she had been homeless for seven years in both Calgary and Edmonton. Having survived the experience, she has progressed in her life, but said she has seen enough of violence directed at the homeless. “Kelowna is a violent city, regardless.” She noted that the local environment has been intense due to the smaller size of the city. Henderson said she was talking to people downtown a couple of days ago who told her conditions are

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A RALLY intended to make a statement by speaking out against the acceptance of

violence in Kelowna drew about 100 supporters on Monday night at the Orchard Plaza parking lot. worse now. She said tension is created by lack of work or positive options. Henderson has no explanation for why homeless people would be the targets of violence such as the recent attack which inspired the march. “That’s what I would like to know. Where do you get off?” Henderson said she would like to know not only how people could walk by and not do anything, but how could chil-

dren be allowed to beat up a grown man. She noted that young adults can still be considered children, and that such violence is inexcusable despite their upbringing or social problems. “I hope this march can show people that we can’t allow this to happen.” When speaking at the march, Henderson noted that she herself had been homeless and scared, not knowing where she would sleep or if she would be

safe. She recounted how her family searched for her for years when she was on the streets. Henderson pointed out violence committed against the homeless is committed against people who have families and are dear to someone. “Stop allowing the violence to escalate because you think it has nothing to do with you,” Henderson said. “This is your community and it has every-

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thing to do with you.” The issue was touched off on Jan. 31 when four young adults attacked a 41-year-old homeless man near the 1800 block of Cooper Road without any apparent provocation, kicking him while he was down. While the man was on the ground, he was able to see people coming and going from their cars but they appeared to ignore what was happening. msimmons@kelownacapnews.com

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Apple growers frustrated by falling fruit crop prices Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER

There’ll be emergency meetings of valley fruit growers in Oliver and Kelowna this week to discuss the low returns on last year’s crop of apples. Members of the Okanagan Tree Fruit Co-operative are just receiving the first advance cheques on last season’s crop and are shocked at how low they are, despite warnings that prices were poor. OTFC president Jim Elliot says even he had expected them to be higher than 2008, which was not a good year—but they’re not. “They’re far below what is needed for sus-

tainability,” he said. “Last year was not a great year, either. Personally, last year I had hail damage and a short crop, and I received a similar advance, but this year there’s not even the crop insurance cheque with it, like I got last year. “It’s far below what I had expected,” he commented frankly. “There’s not much of a margin in this business. If prices are down 10 per cent, our margins (of profit) could be down 50 per cent. “The value of my crop barely covers my bill for hired labour, and I grow 1,300 bins of apples. “That’s not counting mine and my family’s labour on the farm.”

Orchards in the Okanagan are among the most modern in the world, and compare favourably to any orchards in the world. However, there’s no stability in markets, even though tree fruits are perennial crops and growers must continue to nurture their trees, even when there’s no crop or no market for a crop—and that costs money. Right now, growers should be out in the orchard pruning trees, to ensure the canopy stays open so sun can reach the fruit and to manage the crop load and ensure the fruit sizes up well. But, it’s difficult to hire people to prune when there’s no money coming in, said Elliot. He added that becomes even more problematic when there are back-to-back poor years.

There are many reasons for the low prices. Apples are sold on the global market and prices are in U.S. dollars. Since the Canadian dollar is strong, export prices are not attractive. Because of the recession, consumers are not buying premium fruit at higher prices, and that’s one of the niche markets that good Okanagan growers focus on. B.C. competes in the global marketplace with apples from Washington State, but while last year’s crop from south of the border was 102 million 40-pound boxes of apples, in the Okanagan, it was 3.2 million boxes, so prices are set there, and the competition is fierce. Grower Joe Sardinha, president of the B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association, is not a happy grower either.

“We’re getting 1970s returns and paying 2010 costs. That’s not sustainable,” he said, interviewed on his cellphone while he was cutting down apple trees in his orchard to replace them with a newer variety. He admits the economy is not great and the Canadian dollar doesn’t help, but he can’t understand why prices are so low for specialty fruit like Ambrosia. “I’m not happy. I’m frustrated, anxious, disappointed and I’m angry,” he said. To add insult to injury, he said he still had Granny Smith apples left to pick when the deep freeze happened on the Thanksgiving weekend last fall, and any fruit picked after that freeze is getting even lower prices. That sudden freeze damaged about 12 per

cent of the crop, or 40,000 bins, and in many instances the crop insurance program failed to cover any of the damage. He is hopeful that a federal-provincial program called AgriRecovery might help growers hurt by that extreme weather event, saying the BCFGA will pursue the federal government for compensation for those affected. BCFGA general manager Glen Lucas said of the dollar or so a pound paid by the consumer for apples, half goes to the retailer; a few cents go to those selling them; 20 cents or so goes to packing and storage; and the remainder is reduced by the amount that are culled out and go for processing instead of the fresh market, leaving very little for the grower. He figures growers

need at least 25 cents a pound to pay direct costs, like fertilizers and water. “There’s a lot of pain out there right now,” Lucas acknowledged. “I haven’t seen this feeling of desperation before. People are walking away from good orchards.” And to make matters worse, it’s anticipated the Washington State crop could be even larger this year. Elliot figures there has to be a political solution to the problem if there’s a community desire for the orchard industry to stay alive. The meetings are only open to BCFGA members, and include a Wednesday meeting at the Oliver Recreation Centre, 7 to 9 p.m. and a Thursday meeting at the Ramada Hotel, from 7 to 9 p.m. jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com

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Mixed messages delivered on proposed 3.75% tax hike residential property. The gross increase to municipal taxes is actually 13.4 per cent, however, 9.6 per cent of that is merely a shift from what the Central Okanagan Regional District once collected for busing, according to finance staff. West Kelowna is assuming its own B.C. Transit contract this year. West Kelowna council and staff not only wanted to know what residents thought of the net 3.75 per cent increase in 2010 but how taxpayers felt about the municipalityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plans to increase taxes by five per cent in each of the following four years. The purpose of future increases is to build municipal reserves from $14.8 million by the end of this year, to $28.8 million by the end of 2014, explained chief financial officer Jim Zaffino.

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Bryden Winsby the policy implement a neighbourhood approval process, whereby more than half the residents on a block would need to vote in favour of the suite, much like the process used for establishing a sewer servicing area. On the other side of the debate, Coun. Duane Ophus noted that the problem of secondary suites was not going to go away and demanded a policy be created. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s here and we have to deal with it and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m certainly not prepared to proceed on the ad hoc basis

we have been before, which is to approve, on an individual basis, secondary suites in various neighbourhoods.â&#x20AC;? Mayor Doug Findlater and Couns. David Knowles and Bryden Winsby joined Ophus in supporting the bylaw. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We understand that there is going to still be opposition from neighbourhoods, from residents nearby who may be greatly concerned about the impact on the character on their neighbourhood, that their property values will go down (and) that there will be party houses aplenty,â&#x20AC;? said Winsby. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to do here is alleviate as many of those concerns as we can. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The only approach to take is a comprehensive one that covers most areas.â&#x20AC;? Couns. Rosalind Neis and Gord Milsom were absent from the meeting. jluciw@kelownacapnews.com

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current agreement,â&#x20AC;? said David Lynn, president and CEO of Sun-Rype. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This agreement provides labour stability at our Kelowna facility, which plays a key role in Sun-Rypeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long-term strategy.â&#x20AC;? The deal, which resulted after just 13 days of negotiations, is a long way from the acrimonious relationship that lead to the current contract. That deal was made the strike that ran from late 2007 to the spring of 2008. According to Jene Wirch, the Teamsters Local 213 business representative in Kelowna, unlike last time, the latest round negotiations were helped by the fact the company brought in an outside negotiator. He added, the company asked the union to negotiate the new contract prior to the expiration of the existing contract and the union agreed. Both Wirch and company vice-president of operations and human resources Dave McAnerney said the unusually long term of the new deal will give both sides the stability that they were seeking. For the company, the longer contract will allow it to raise the capital it needs for innovation at the Kelowna plant. For the union, the longer term is seen as giving workers job security. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All we want to know is we have jobs to come to and to be treated fairly,â&#x20AC;? said Wirch. The new contract covers 218 workers at the SunRypeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kelowna plant. The company also copacks products with other companies in Eastern Canada and in the U.S. awaters@kelonwacapnews.com

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Kelowna-Lake Country MLA Norm Letnick says yesterdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Throne Speech shows B.C. is about more than just the Winter Olympics. The local Liberal MLA, who was in the legislature to hear the speech read by Lieutenant-Governor Steven Point, said in addition to the expected praise about the Olympics and job done by the organizers, some the governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plans for the future were also revealed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m optimistic. It was a plan for the future, full of new ideas,â&#x20AC;? said the Liberal MLA. Letnick noted that the speech included recognition of notable people in B.C. who died this year, praising their contribution to the province. One of the names included was that of the late Kelowna city councillor Brian Given. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was nice to hear

Brianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name included,â&#x20AC;? said Letnick, who served on council with Given prior to becoming the Kelowna-Lake Country MLA. Some of those ideas Letnick spoke about included plans for a single environmental assessment process to replace the two separate federal and provincial processes currently in place; a renewed effort to get an open skies deal for B.C.; a renewed focus on health care and education spending; added emphasis on clean energy production such as wind, wave and solar power; a residential tax deferral program for families with young children similar to the one already in place for seniors and reiteration of B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan to balance its budget by 2013. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The (March) budget will get more meat on those bones,â&#x20AC;? said Letnick of the broad-brush program descriptions. On Thursday, Prime Minister Stephen Harper will address MLAs in the legislature. It will be the

first time a sitting prime minister has addressed the B.C. Legislature. MLAs will only sit in the legislature until Friday, when they will take a three-week break because of the Olympics. In the Throne Speech, many promises made in the post-election throne speech and budget last fall were reiterated, including the vow to roll out full-day kindergarten for five-yearolds across the province over the next two years. Extending kindergarten beyond half days is the most expensive promise maintained in the past two speeches, both crafted by Premier Gordon Campbell after the recession slashed government revenues and pushed the province into a deficit estimated at $2.8 billion this fiscal year. Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s speech went further on how the B.C. Liberal government is going to extend early childhood education to children younger than five.

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A rampaging driver downtown caused more than $25,000 in damage before parking by the police station. RCMP Const. Steve Holmes said at close to 11 a.m. on Feb. 7, witnesses saw a blue-grey older model pickup speed into the parking lot of the Seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre on Water Street. He said the pickup slammed into another truck that was parked there, backed up and rammed a white sedan parked in a handicap space. Holmes noted the pickup then sped towards two people who were walking to their parked car. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The truck veered away

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An anonymous caller may have thwarted a break and enter at a commercial building on Banks Road. RCMP Const. Steve Holmes said police received a call at 11:05 p.m. on Feb. 7 about a possible break and enter at a vacant storefront in the 300 block of Banks Road. Holmes said police arrived shortly afterward, finding the door lock broken and the unit empty inside. He added that investigation revealed the suspect or suspects had attempted to break through one of the inside walls shared by a sporting goods store. “Fortunately the wall had not been breached and nothing was reported missing from the adjacent business.” Holmes said the investigation is continuing and anyone who may have information on the incident is asked to contact Kelowna RCMP or Crime Stoppers. He noted that the sporting goods store contains outdoor supplies for hunting and fishing, including firearms. msimmons@kelownacapnews.com

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A former KSS student is on top of the Canadian chartered account-o ancy world. o Jolene Kendrew, whot was born and raised hereb and graduated from Ke-o lowna Senior Secondaryb in 2002, is the winner ofc this year’s National Gold Medal for achieving thei highest final-exam markt among chartered account-w ancy students in Canada. K Kendrew, 25, toppedf 3,127 other students with her mark following the rigorous three-day exam, which was held in the fall. The results were only recently announced pub-w licly. d “It’s a pretty big deal.c We are so pleased for her,”a said her mom, Marlene( Boehm, who still lives in Kelowna. g Kendrew, who re-g ceived a commerce de-s gree from the Universityn of Victoria in 2006, cur-t rently lives in the Victoriaf suburb of Saanich, whered she is the deputy financep director for the munici-s pality. She described the three-day exam as morea mentally and emotional-b ly draining than she ex-t pected it would be, despite the months of eight-hour-t a-day study sessions lead-w ing up to it. t According to herc mom, despite no other ac-s countants in the family, Jolene, was always good with numbers as a child. She was a straight-A student in high-school and has said she wanted to be a teacher. She entered the com-w merce program at UVICi on a scholarship andv thought it could lead to aa teaching position later on. c Kendrew will receivea her prestigious medal in May in Vancouver, duringt the convocation ceremonyc for the 444 B.C. charteredt accountancy students whoA passed the exam. While Jolene really enjoys her job in Saanich, her mom said she has been approached by Camosun College on Vancouver Island about teach-2 ing a course. awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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Crime Stoppers wants to help solve a crime You could have the missing piece of the puzzle that will help the RCMP put someone behind bars. Below are four recent crimes that Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers hope you can help solve by calling the anonymous tips line at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip to www. crimestoppers.net.

Crime: Credit card fraud RCMP FILE: - 2009-41223 On Aug. 11, 2009, the -owner of a vehicle parked outside of a residence in the 5100 block of Cobble Court notified police -of his unlocked vehicle ybeing rifled through and fcredit cards stolen. d A subsequent police investigation has revealed that one of the credit cards -was used at a store in the Kelowna area and video footage was obtained. h e Crime: Stolen truck RCMP FILE: 2010-4949 On Tuesday, Feb. 12 a -white 1993 Dodge diesel dually half ton extended cab truck was stolen from a lot on Campion Street (see photo top right). n It has a 5.9 litre engine, 37RH Trans w/ -gear, new fuel compres-sor ($2800), new brakes, new tires, extended fuel tanks (box tank-upper is afor tools and lower half is ediesel), air shocks, compression gauges and air -shocks. The Trans Vender is ean additional low gear or -bull low separate from the trans function. e There are assorted tools in the rear tool box -with two plastic milk cartons of web tie downs and rchains in the truck back seat area.

Crime: Commercial break & enter and theft d RCMP File: e 2010-3691 Kelowna RCMP were called to a business in the 2400 block of Hardvey Avenue to investigate aa break and enter that occurred between Jan. 25 eand 26. n Numerous items were gtaken including radios, cell phones and a mountain bike, serial number oALI82425.

Crime: Commercial break & enter e RCMP File: y 2010-3708 On Tuesday, Jan. -26, Kelowna RCMP re-

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▼ NORTHWEST FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW

More great memories at Seattle J ust when I think the trip to the Northwest Flower and Garden Show couldn’t get any better, I have to rethink that again after returning last weekend from four days of incredible fun, entertainment and learning at the annual Seattle event. As in past years, the show was full of exciting plant material and garden hard goods and the seminar lineup was stellar. On Friday, we took a side trip to the Seattle Arboretum and, as luck would have it, we squeezed in a visit to the Volunteer Park Conservatory. Washington Park

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Don Burnett Arboretum’s J.A. Witt Winter Garden is a coldweather treat, featuring winter flowers, eye-catching barks, soft fragrances and hummingbirds which I didn’t realize ended up there in the winter. Winter garden attractions include witch hazels, with delicate whiteto-orange flowers, winterblooming rhododendrons, red-twig dogwoods and

black mondo grass. The peak blooming time is late January to mid February so our timing was perfect. Washington Park Arboretum covers 230 acres, with a collection of over 10,000 plants from temperate climates around the world, including oaks, conifers, camellias, Japanese maples and hollies. This is a must see for all gardening enthusiasts with a surprisingly large percentage of plants found there being quite hardy survivors in our area. The Conservatory at Volunteer Park is under the auspices of the Seattle

Parks Department. It was first proposed in 1893, but was not completed until 1912. In 1922, growing greenhouses were built to grow and propagate plants in support of the conservatory and annual flower production for general public display. As time passed the conservatory became badly deteriorated. Through public awareness brought on by the Friends of the Conservatory and Seattle’s desire to maintain this historical site, funds were made available for renovation of the structure be-

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Gardening series workshops start March 6

Burnett from A16 ginning in 1980. Renovation of various portions is ongoing. Going through the five wings of the structure is breathtaking: The Bromilead house, the Palm house, the Cactus and Succulent house, the Sea-

sonal Colour house and the Fern house. I want to thank all the great people who joined me this year and I’m already looking forward to next year when we can do it all again. ••• Don’t forget to register for my Green Thumb

Gardening Series to be held at the UBC Okanagan campus starting March 6. (Note that I had the wrong dates in my column last week.) The classes begin Saturday, March 6, with pruning followed by Xeriscapes March 13, Trees and Shrubs March 20,

Plants and Flowers March 27 then Roses on April 10. All of them begin at 11 a.m. and finish at 1 p.m. so bring a light bag lunch with you if you wish. Classes are $30 each or $129 for all five. Both novice and experienced gardeners can benefit from these ses-

sions. For more information contact the UBC Okanagan Continuing website at www.ubc.ca/ okanagan/continuingstudies. Tune in to The Don Burnett Garden Show on the new AM 1150 News Talk Sports Saturdays from 8 to 10 a.m.

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College to celebrate Year of the Tiger Okanagan College’s International Education department will host its annual International Night and Chinese New Year celebration on Friday, Feb. 12, starting at 6 p.m. The student-run event takes place in the lecture theatre in the Student Services Building at the KLO Road campus. Open to the community, the event gives participants an opportunity to share an evening of networking, multicultural cuisine and entertainment. Doors open to this free event at 5 p.m.

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One of the highestTourism promoprofile parts of the markettion for the Thompson ing campaign is video maOkanagan region is getterial and TV spots which ting a major boost from feature B.C.-born celebria star-studded Tourism ties saying, “You Gotta Be B.C. marketing campaign Here,” while fast-cut imunderway before and durages show thrilling activing the upcoming Winter ities in various scenic parts Olympics. of the province. And the region’s tourThe celebrities include ism agency has been busy singer Sarah McLachlan, supporting the provinbasketball star Steve Nash, cial campaign, providing Glenn Mandziuk and actors Michael J. Fox, it with video and photo reRyan Reynolds, Eric Mcsources and helping to arCormack and Kim Cattrall. range media visits in the region. Mandziuk says TOTA staff have Thompson Okanagan Tourism Asbeen busy working with visiting journalsociation chief executive officer Glenn ists, photographers, videographers and Mandziuk says the huge Tourism B.C. tour operators to support the Tourism marketing blitz includes prominent ceB.C. campaign and give maximum exlebrities, beautiful scenery and excitposure to this region. ing recreational activities depicted in Some of their activities include: television commercials, newspaper and • Logistical and hosting support for the magazine ads, billboards, bus signs, Canadian Tourism Commission and website promotions, publicity partnerTourism B.C. for visiting Chinese digniships with a number of other organiztaries—Olympic speedskating medalations, and working with national and ist and now senator Ye Qiaobo and Chiinternational media whose coverage is nese television network official Wen Hua now focused on B.C. Ding. The two were invited to take part “Tourism BC is presenting a very professional, high-quality campaign and in the Olympic Torch Relay in the Okawe are pleased to be a part of it,” Mandz- nagan, and CTC filmed it for a segment that was broadcast to a dinner-time audiiuk said. ence of more than 500 million people in “It displays the attraction of every China. part of British Columbia—not just Van• TOTA media relations specialist Miles couver and Whistler—and the Thompson Okanagan region is featured in many Prodan will work for the Feb. 22 to 28 portion of the Olympics at the Robson of the campaign materials.” Media Centre in Vancouver, meeting dir“We want to use the attention surrounding the Olympics as a springboard, ectly with journalists from around the to take our region to the next level—rais- world, providing information to them and promoting the Thompson Okanaging the awareness of people throughout an. B.C., Canada, the United States and be• On Feb. 18, the Okanagan’s businesses yond that we have a world-class travel and lifestyle will be showcased to hundestination right here.” dreds of international media at the OlymMandziuk says 250,000 visitors are pics at a special reception organized by expected in B.C. during the Olympics, the Okanagan Valley Economic Deand three billion will watch the Games velopment Society. About 75 Okanagan on television. “This is an amazing opbusiness leaders will be on-hand to proportunity to showcase our region to the mote investment and travel to the region. world. We want to encourage travelThe event will include samples of the relers to visit during and after the Olymgion’s wines and foods. pic Games.”

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Homeopathic methods available to help treat severe burns

ince this is Burn Awareness Week, I thought it would be appropriate to talk about the treatment of burns with homeopathic medicine. When I was about 12 years old, some of my friends and I had a tour of the local fire hall in the town where we lived. This tour was both interesting and extremely educating on many levels, in particular after seeing some very graphic photos of burn victims. The intent of seeing that was to drive home to each of us the dangers of playing with matches. It worked. To this day, those photos have been a constant reminder to me of how horrendous burns can be. But playing with matches is only one of many different scenarios where burns can occur. While result of a burn can be painful beyond what words can describe, homeopathic remedies can help either while you are waiting for medical assistance to arrive or for the healing process to begin. When tissues are burned, fluid leaks into them from the blood ves-

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John Sherman sels, which causes swelling and pain. In addition, damaged skin and other body surfaces are easily infected because they can no longer act as a barrier against invading organisms. Burns are classified by degrees; the depth of injury from a burn is described as first, second or third degree. First degree burns are red, moist, swollen and painful. Second degree burns are red, swollen and painful, and can develop blisters that may ooze a clear fluid. Third degree burns usually are not painful because the nerves have been destroyed. The burned area does not blanch when touched, and hairs can easily be pulled from their roots without pain. Burns are serious; a qualified medical practitioner should check them

thoroughly if they are more than a minor burn. Most minor burns are superficial but second and third degree burns can swell and leave permanent scarring. For minor burns, there are some excellent homeopathic remedies: Cantharis vesicatoria. This is an excellent homeopathic remedy to think of in any case of a burn where the skin may be quite red and inflamed. As well, this rem-

edy may prevent blisters from forming. Calendula officinalis. In the homeopathic form,this is a great remedy to give in all cases of burns as it will promote quicker healing. Even if you are waiting for medical attention, you can continue to administer this remedy every 15 minutes. Urtica urens: Great remedy for stinging pains, itching and swelling of first degree burns.

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i o n Kelowna is home this week to three internationale curling teams who are headed to the Olympics in Van-s t couver. The Swedish men’s and women’s crews and the German men’s team have been making final preparations for the Games competition with both practices and games at the Kelowna Curling Club. The Swedish women, skipped by Anette Norberg, are the defending Olympic champs having won gold in Turin in 2006. Norberg also won the world women’s title in bothr o 2005 and 2006. Niklas Edin will represent the Swedish men, whilel p Andy Kapp will carry Germany’s colours. Kapp has represented his country at 12 world cham-w i pionships. All three teams will hold practise sessions today att f the Kelowna Curling Club. Tonight at 7, Niklas Edin will take on Kelowna’s 3 Bob Ursel in an exhibition game. For details on practise times and games visit ke-g B lownacurling.com The teams will hold one more practise on Thursday morning before heading to Vancouver for the start of the Games on Friday. The curling competition will run from Feb. 16 to 27.

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KELOWNA skip Jeff Richard (left) watches rink mates Tyler Orme and Chris Anderson sweep his rock to the house during the final of the B.C.

Richard rallies for B.C. men’s title ‘‘ Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER

After stumbling to a 1-and-3 start, Jeff Richard’s prospects at the B.C. men’s curling championship looked bleak, at best. Then the Kelowna rink caught fire. Richard reeled off eight straight victories en route to capturing his first provincial men’s crown Sunday afternoon at the Vernon Curling Club. The Kelowna rink stole the decisive point in an extra end to edge Royal City’s Sean Geall 9-8 in the championship final. Geall needed the full eight-foot with his final shot, but his draw was heavy by a matter of inches, handing Richard’s rink

a trip to the Brier. It was the second straight game that Richard stole his way to victory in an extra end—in Saturday night’s semifinal, he snatched a win from 2008 champ Bob Ursel of Kelowna with a steal of two in the 11th end. As desperate as their situation may have appeared early in the week, the 30-year-old skip said his rink never lost hope. “In the back of your mind, you always feel like you have a chance and, even after the start we had, we knew we were in control of our own destiny,” said Richard, the 1999 B.C. junior men’s champ. “We really played eight games in a row where we were facing elimination,

…EVEN AFTER THE START WE HAD, WE KNEW WE WERE IN CONTROL OF OUR OWN DESTINY. JEFF RICHARD

so to get through them all is really a credit to the guys. The way our rink is, we never give up, we just keep plugging along. We always play right to the last rock and this time it worked out for us.” Success on the curling ice is nothing new to the Richard family. Jeff’s dad, Gerry, won the 1994 Canadian and world titles with Rick Folk, while his sister, Jeanna Schraeder, has two Canadian and one

world championship with the Kelly Scott team to her credit. Jeff Richard couldn’t be happier to help carry on a family tradition. “It’s pretty amazing that the whole family can kind of be involved,” said Richard. “It was nice to see Jeanna and her rink win provincials again and as usual, dad was there with her. “Curling been such a big part of all of our lives, it’s pretty remarkable that can all do well and have fun at it.” Richard, who is joined by third Tom Shypitka, second Tyler Orme and lead Chris Anderson, will curl in his first Canadian men’s championship, March 6 to 14 in Halifax.

While he admits playing in the Brier will be a dream come true, Richard has no intention of being overwhelmed by his first trip to the big show. “You never know when you’ll get a chance to play in the Brier or if you’ll ever get there, so it feels great,” he said. “We feel like we’ve come a long way in the three years we’ve been together and we can play with the top teams. We’re not going to be happy to just be at the Brier…we’re going there to win.” Kevin MacKenzie will serve as the fifthman for the B.C. champs next month at the Brier, while Gerry Richard will make the trip as their head coach.

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Two of the Western Hockey League’s hottest teams are on a collision course and something has to give. The Kelowna Rockets—winners of nine straight—will travel to Everett tonight to take on the Silvertips, winners of 15 of their last 17 games. “It’s definitely going to be a good test for us,” said Rockets forward Brandon McMillan. “Both teams have been on a pretty good roll. Everett is a better team than some of the teams we’ve been playing lately, so we’ll

find out where we’re at. We just need to go in there and try put in a good effort.” With nine straight wins, the Rockets (2825-2-2) are enjoying the club’s longest streak of prosperity in five years. Still, only one of those victories has come against a team in the top 15 of the WHL’s overall standings—the Medicine Hat Tigers. The other eight have come at the expense of clubs with losing records: Prince George, Seattle, Lethbridge, Edmonton and Chilliwack. It’s a big reason the

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Scott recognized for her sportsmanship Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER

A third Canadian women’s curling title wasn’t to be for Kelly Scott. But the amiable Kelowna skip didn’t leave the 2010 Scotties Tournament of Hearts in Sault Ste. Marie empty handed. For the second time in her career, the 32-yearold Scott was named winner of the Marj Mitchlell Award, symbolic of sportsmanship at the national championship. The honour—voted

Kelly Scott on annually by the curlers themselves—also recognizes the curler who best exemplifies the spirit of

the sport and makes a lasting impact on the region hosting the Scotties. “I appreciate the fact that we’re all out there competing, trying our hardest to beat one another,” Scott told Heart Chart Online. “And to receive an award voted on by my peers, that recognizes I’m out there with good intentions at all times, I appreciate the fact that they consider me to be a sportsmanlike player.” Scott last won the award in 2006 on the way to her rink’s first of two Canadian women’s cham-

pionships. The Kelowna curlers also won the worlds in 2007. Scott is the sixth repeat winner of the Marj Mitchell Award, a fact that comes as no surprise to Scott’s third and close friend, Jeanna Schraeder. “Being one of her teammates for so many years, I see everything all these other players see as well,” Schraeder said to Heart Chart Online. “She’s got a heart of gold. She’s a very good teammate. She’s very supportive, someone you can always count on. Never has

a bad attitude when things aren’t going our way, always positive.” The Scott team finished the round robin in third place at the Scotties with a 7-4 record, but was eliminated Saturday afternoon in a 6-4 loss to Ontario in the Page 3 vs 4 playoff game. Scott was named to the Scotties first allstar team at skip, while B.C. teammates Jeanna Schraeder (third), Sasha Carter (second) and Jacquie Armstrong (lead) were all named to the second all-star team.

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will finish in third place in the BCHL Interior Conference and will play the sixth place team in the Interior Conference in the playoffs. Depending on how the rest of the regular season goes the team’s opponent will be Quesnel, Trail or Merritt. Westside will open the playoffs at home on Feb. 27.

“I think our team is starting to gel well,” said Warriors coach Darren Yopyk. “We’re playing good hockey. We have a few areas to shore up but I like where we are. We are excited for the playoffs.” The Warriors play twice this weekend in Trail, meeting the Smoke Eaters on Friday and Saturday. They round out

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Owls learn from narrow losses

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jumper against Oak Bay on Saturday night during the Western Canada Basektball Tournament at KSS.

One win in three tries and a fifth-place showing wasn’t exactly the Kelowna Owls idea of a successful 37th Interior Savings Western Canada Basketball Tournament. Still, a pair of narrow defeats against two topranked teams simply confirmed what the Owls already knew—they belong on the same court as B.C.’s elite teams. The Owls hung with the No. 8 Oak Bay Bays to the final whistle on Saturday before succumbing in the third-place game 68-62. A night earlier, KSS pushed the No. 7 Kitsilano Blue Demons to the limit but came up short 73-71.

The Owls undoing was turnovers as they gave up the ball eight more times than Kitsilano. In addition, KSS managed just nine of 20 from the foul line in the two-point loss. Erratic shooting was the Owls enemy throughout the weekend as they managed just over 30 per cent from the floor, including just 36 per cent of their two-point field goal attempts. “Despite not shooting well the boys still found a way to compete with the top teams in the province,” said Owls assistant coach Brad Heuser. “We think they understand just how close they really are with the top teams and how little things can affect the outcome of games. We have to do better and

will be focusing on these things over the next two weeks leading up to the valleys.” Kelowna opened the tournament Thursday with a 55-39 win over the Fort Richmond Centurions from Manitoba. Forward Taylor Loffler, who averaged 18 points per game, was named both the top Owl of the tournament, and to the WCBT first all-star team. Tanner Liemert of KSS was named to the second team, while Levi Rasmusen was recognized as the Owls top defensive player. St. George’s Emerson Murray was named the tournament’s MVP as the Saints defeated Kitsilano 67-53 in Saturday night’s championship game.

Both Heat volleyball teams clinch B.C. top spots It’s been a season like no other for the UBC Okanagan Heat volleyball programs. Both the men’s and women’s varsity squads have clinched top spot in the BCCAA and both are on the verge of posting unbeaten regular seasons. The UBCO women— the defending B.C. and Canadian collegiate champs—pushed their record to 14-0 with a weekend sweep of the Douglas Royals at the Kelowna gym. On Friday, the Heat started slowly but got stronger as the match progressed, winning 3-0 (2522, 25-16, 25-14). Player of the match Kaylan Gouldsborough was flawless with 10 kills and no errors. Jill Festival led all scorers with 15 kills while Alex Basso led all defenders with 15 digs, followed closely by libero Lenai Schmidt. On Saturday, the Heat officially clinched top spot in the BCCAA with another 3-0 win (25-15, 2519, 25-17). UBCO will be the No. 1 seed at provincials and will have a bye into the semifinals. Basso was next to unstoppable with 15 kills in 25 tries, while Dreher was a close second with 13 kills. Player of the match Jill Festival was solid on the rightside with eight kills and a stuff block. Gouldsborough and Kristen Lawson added four and six kills re-

spectively out of the middle. Schmidt was steady on serve receive and chipped in 15 digs. For head coach Steve Manuel, the latest results simply confirm the Heat are right where they wanted to be with the playoffs just around corner. Even with two key players injured—middles Sara Zaytsoff and Lindsay Loseth—the Heat didn’t miss a beat. “This was another big step in our overall development, now we know exactly when we play at provincials and we just need to wait and see what two teams will be playing off in the quarter finals.“ said Manuel. “I thought we did a great job of adjusting this weekend with two of our middle blockers out of the lineup. “With first place wrapped up we will focus on our training for the next couple of weeks so that we are playing our best ball come championship time.” The Heat will try to finish 16-0 when they host Fraser Valley Friday and Saturday at the UBCO gym.

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The No. 3 nationally-ranked Heat men were pushed by sixth-place Douglas but took care of the Royals in both matches by 3-1 scores. On Friday, secondyear power man Nate Speijer was on his game

and night out and get fine tuned for provincials. We don’t want to let our foot off the pedal.” The Heat men will head into provincials Feb. 25 to 27 at Camosun as the top seed and will have a first-round bye.

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UBCO setter Preston Tucker makes a play at the net Saturday in BCCAA volleyball action in Kelowna as the undefeated Heat took on Douglas College. with 28 total points, including 22 kills and four aces as UBCO won 2225, 25-20, 25-19, 25-22. Rookie middle Chris Howe had a career high 12 kills and added four stuff blocks. Preston Tucker paced the Heat offense to a .260 hitting percentage, led the team with 15 digs, and added four stuff blocks. On Saturday, Speijer stepped up with another 22 kills as the Heat posted a 25-23, 23-25, 25-18, 2518 win. Steven Clements and Trevor Briggs also posted double-digit kills with 12 each. And Howe was steady again with eight kills and three stuff blocks.

“He’s been a real pleasant surprise for us,” Heat coach Greg Poitras said of Howe, the 6-foot6 rookie from Salt Spring Islands. “He’s done a great job right from the get-go and earned himself a spot in the starting lineup.” The Heat will look to complete an unbeaten regular season this Friday and Saturday at home against Fraser Valley. And even with first place wrapped up, Poitras said his team needs to keep pushing to improve. “There’s no pressure on the guys, but this is definitely not a match we’re going to take lightly,” said Poitras. “We want to continue to play well, night in

Rockets from A21 Rockets consider Everett (34-18-2-1) as an ideal measuring stick of their true progress over the last month. So does Kelowna approach the ‘Tips differently than any of their recent opponents ? “I don’t think we’ll change much,” said Rockets head coach Ryan Huska. “We just have to be committed to keeping our game simple. If we don’t have everybody going and pulling in the same direction, then we’ll make it tough on ourselves. “We want to limit our turnovers,” Huska continued, “get pucks in deep and get as many hits on their back end as we can. If we do that, we give ourselves a good chance.” The Rockets and goalie Adam Brown are coming off a 1-0 shutout of the Bruins Saturday in Chilliwack. After a pair of lackluster efforts against the Eastern Conference’s bottom dwellers—5-4 over Edmonton and 3-2 over

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We welcome submissions to our scorecard weekly feature from all local sports leagues in Kelowna and the Westside. Statistics must be submitted by 5 p.m. Monday to either whenderson@kelownacapnews. com, by fax at 763-8469 or dropped off at the Capital News office 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, B.C., V1X 7K2. For further information contact sports reporter Warren Henderson at 763-3212.

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Hot T’bird goalie Deadline for Civic Award nominees draws near robs Ok Rockets With a tight battle for points underway at the top of the B.C. Major Midget League, the Okanagan Rockets had a couple of points stolen from them by a hot goaltender. Playing in North Saanich against the South Island Thunderbirds on Sunday, goalie Ryan Waldhaus stopped 49 Okanagan shots to lead his team to a 3-2 upset win over the Rockets. South Island broke a 2-2 tie with a goal with less then four minutes remaining in the game to earn the split of two games, taking Sunday’s match 3-2. It was just the sixth win of the season for South Island. On Saturday the Rockets dominated the Thunderbirds in a 5-1 win. Lake Country shooter Brent Lashuk had a three point night and scored the winning goal. The weekend split has the Rockets sitting in third place in the BCMML with a 20-9-5 record. That puts them two points behind second place Cariboo and just one point ahead of fourth place Greater Vancouver with three weekends of play left in the regular season. The Rockets are on

the road again this weekend with two games in Maple Ridge against the Vancouver Northeast Chiefs.

The deadline for nominations in all sports categories for Kelowna’s 35th Annual Civic and Community Awards arrives this Friday, Feb. 12. The categories are: • Bob Giordano Memorial Award—Awarded in recognition of an overall outstanding contribution. To honour a citizen who has contrib-

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defense, UBCO took control of the game with a 20-4 run in the second quarter and led by 18 points at the half. Capilano rallied back in the second to close to within four points late in the game, but UBCO was strong down the stretch to record an 85-76 win. Madison Kaneda came off the bench to score 16 points, while Radley had 15 points for the second straight night. Jenna Kantz was stellar on defense with seven steals, while adding nine points and seven rebounds. The Heat, who are a game back of UNBC (131) for first and one ahead of VIU (11-3) will be in Abbotsford this weekend for two games against Quest University.

the UBCO gym, the Heat built up a 19-point lead at the half, then held off the Blues for a 85-78 win. Player of the game Dave Joseph led the Heat with 15 points. Ryan Fahandeg supplied a key stretch of scoring with seven straight points, Dan Briscoe hit a big three during a second quarter rally, while Dave McKay and Steve Morrison provided solid inside play. On Sunday, Fahandeg delivered a 20-point effort and was named player of the game as the Heat beat Cap 78-65. UBCO led by as many as 26 early in the fourth quarter before going to their bench and spreading the minutes around to the entire team. The Heat (10-4) remain in third spot in the BCCAA, three games up on Capilano and three behind second-place UNBC. This weekend, the Heat travels to Abbotsford two games with Quest.

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The UBC Okanagan men followed the women’s lead and swept both ends of their weekend doubleheader against Capilano. On Saturday night at

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Star runners key note speakers at AGM Canadian 1,500-metre record holder Malindi Elmore and former Olympic runner Graham Hood will be among the keynote speakers Wednesday night for the Kelowna Running Club’s 2010 annual general meeting. Elmore and Hood will speak to local runners on proven training techniques and offer tips to faster running. The AGM begins at 6:30 p.m. at Infusions Dining Room at the Oka-

nagan College Kelowna Campus on KLO Road. All interested runners, members or not, are welcome to attend. Elmore holds the Canadian title in the 1,500m and, last year at the Oasis Zoo Run in Toronto won the national 10K road race championship in a time of 33:41. She completed at the 2004 Olympic Games and the 2006 Commonwealth Games. Hood represented

Canada at the 1992 and 1996 Summer Olympics. He won the gold medal in the men’s 1,500 metres at the 1999 Pan American Games in his native Winnipeg and is best known for his sub 4-minute miles. Further information on races, local running events, or how to join the club can be found on the Kelowna Running Club website at: www.kelownarunningclub.ca

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With two weeks remaining in the regular season, the UBC Okanagan Heat are back in sole possession of second place in BCCAA women’s basketball. The Heat pushed their record to 12-2 with a home-court sweep of the Capilano Blues over the weekend in Kelowna. On Saturday, the Heat reeled off a key 15-4 run in the third quarter on the way to a 76-69 win. The Blues’ top threat, Jessica Franz, gave the Heat trouble with 26 points and 14 rebounds, but the rest of the Capilano squad couldn’t provide enough secondary scoring. Bailey Radley set the pace for the Heat with 15 points, while Meghan McGill scored 14 and added 10 rebounds. On Sunday, Jessica Franz once again scored 26 points for the Blues but as was the case a night earlier, the Heat was able to answer back. Thanks to solid team

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sexuality. From coordinating campaigns that promote responsible drinking on campus to working as a volunteer coordinator with the Okanagan Rainbow Coalition, Sadler devotes countless hours to support his peers. “I’m running a youth group right now in the community called Out With Friends for questioning, queer and bisexual youth,” said Sadler. “It’s part of the Okanagan Rainbow Coalition, which I’m a member of. Out With Friends gives

people the opportunity to gather, hang out and be exactly who they are. “A lot of students struggle with their identity —personally and sexually—and everyone takes their own time to figure it out. I think the more programs that are available and the more opportunities people have to just relax and be themselves, the more comfortable they will be and the more healthier a community we will live in.” Sadler is also a volunteer coordinator for Oka-

nagan Pride, which plans a festival each August, and has met with Mayor Sharon Shepherd to discuss the LGBQTTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, transsexual, two-spirit and intersex) youth initiative and why it is important to building a healthy, desirable community. “On campus, I’m working with the UBC Okanagan Health and Wellness Centre coordinating the Alcohol Intelligence Campaign—a two or three day information-

al event held each March —that aims to empower the student body to make good decisions around drinking,” said Sadler. “And I’m involved with Campus Life in a program called Good Morning Commuters, which really is about creating camaraderie on campus by getting out and giving away free coffee and Timbits to commuters first thing in the morning.” Sadler does this all as a full-time student who has his sights set on law school. “Daniel is deeply

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committed to issues of social justice,” said Ilya Par-C kins, assistant professor ofc gender and women’s stud-o ies. “This really shows inh the classroom, where het brings an amazing liveliness and curiosity to discussions and to his work. “I’m particularly impressed, though, with the way he integrates his academic pursuits with his volunteer work on campus and in the city—he offers some great examples of how we can get the university and the community working together.”

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t’s reassuring to witness the groundswell of compassion building behind Steve Fonyo. The 44-year-old Surrey mechanic was recently stripped of Canada’s highest civilian honour—the Order of Canada he received for running across the country in 1985, raising more than $13 million for cancer research. The timing of the news, on the eve of the 2010 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games, has struck many people as particularly galling.

We seem to have produced our share of plucky heroes, underdogs who refused to be defined by the limits their bodies, or society, might place on them. As a boy, Fonyo lost his leg to cancer, just like Terry Fox, whose Marathon of Hope was never completed, or our Man-inMotion Rick Hansen. At 19, Fonyo may have lacked the grace and good looks of Terry or Rick’s easy charm and emotional maturity, virtues that easily won us and the world, over. But he was an ordinary

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person who set out to accomplish something that still seems incredible. And he did it. Fonyo’s 25-year-old sacrifice should still matter to us, even if we regard the man himself with some ambivalence. The press release explained Fonyo’s Order of Canada had been stripped because of “his multiple criminal convictions, for which there are no outstanding appeals.” His criminal history—a sad list of theft, assault and drinking and driving convictions—is re-

flective of his battle against his personal demons. He’s currently serving a term in jail, an unlikely but by no means unheard of residence for a member in good standing of the Order. But why should disgraced theatre mogul Garth Drabinsky or media baron Conrad Black still have theirs despite their criminal convictions? Fonyo may not currently reflect the values embodied by the Order of Canada. But he once did and we can all offer support and hope that he will once again.

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welve years of With the latest CITY planning and opinion polls showCONFIDENTIAL ing support for the preparing come to an end Friday as VanGames in B.C. hovcouver officially welering around 50 per comes the world to the cent, the pessimists are 21st Winter Olympic going for gold with Games. Alistair their dour predictions With just two days Waters of cost overruns and a to go until the opening post-Games debt that ceremony, everything would put Montreal’s is in place—even the Big Owe to shame. trucked-in snow at North Vancouver’s But like other international celeCypress Bowl. brations Vancouver has hosted, chanBut while Mother Nature may ces are once the flame fires up over be warming up to the Winter Games, B.C. Place, the naysayers—or at least the same can’t be said of all British most of them—will lighten up. Columbians. But don’t tell Olympic And if they don’t, well, for the

ly to be drowned out by the sound of bobsleds sliding, skiers swooshing, skaters swishing and crowds cheering. For most, the inflated spending on the Games and the cost of associated, but necessary, transportation projects like the Ski to Sky Highway and the new rapid transit line between Vancouver, Richmond and the Vancouver Airport will be forgotten— at least until the Games end Feb. 28. (It’s unlikely the Paralympic Games in March will provide an equal distraction.) But with the government putting all its economic eggs in the one Olympic basket, the question re-

When the Vancouver organizing committee launched its attempt to first win the right to be Canada’s 2010 Olympic bidder in 1998, and then won the right to host in 2003, no one foresaw the economic meltdown that gripped the world’s, Canada’s and B.C.’s economies in 2009. And, in fairness to the Games, it was the construction of Olympic and Olympic-related buildings that helped reduce the impact of the recession on B.C. last year. It didn’t cancel out the problems but it helped. For proof just look at the impact on Eastern Canada compared to B.C. But simply staging the Olympics is not a blueprint for future economic

cities that did not cash in after hosting an Olympic Games. When the crowds go home, the international media leaves and the ice melts, Vancouver, and the rest of B.C. for that matter, will still have to function, still have strife, still have to survive. The economy in this province is not out of the woods yet. But for the rest of this month, try telling that to Olympic diehards. The folks in Vancouver like to party. But in a city often dubbed the place that fun forgot, they don’t often get the chance. So don’t be surprised if talk of the future is put on the back burner for the next little while. And as our Mexican cousins like

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Disturbed by callous behaviour of passers-by To the editor: To the driver who apparently drove around and failed to stop for a gentleman who fell down while crossing the street at the intersection of Bernard Avenue and St. Paul Street on Friday, Feb. 5, at roughly 4:30 p.m. What is wrong with you? Not only did you fail in your moral duty to stop, or at least yield, to an injured person in danger, but you have helped to add fuel to a growing reputation that the people of Kelowna are heartless and uncaring. This event, as you may or may not know, follows on the heels of last Sunday’s disturbing incident, in which a homeless man was beaten by four youths on Cooper Road while onlookers did nothing, not even dialing 9-1-1. After happening upon this injured man

leaning on a lamppost at the corner with blood all over his face, my companion and I stopped to inquire how we could help. I gave him a bundle of tissues, and consoled him while my friend went to retrieve his car from two blocks away so we could drive him to KGH Emergency. As it turns out, he was an admitted patient who was only out of the hospital for part of the day to do some necessary shopping. Fortunately, the facial injury seemed fairly minor, likely needing only a few stitches. But the man was very shaken and understandably upset. He verbalized his disbelief in the callous and dangerous response by the passing driver who swerved around him. Also, no one else, from vehicle traffic to pedestrians who were around during and immediately after the incident, paused or offered

any assistance. I for one simply do not understand how, in a community which pulls together so well during crises like forest fires in suburbia, a number of people can display such ignorance to others who are in danger on our inner-city streets. After reflecting upon what had just taken place on that street, my friend and I felt thankful that we were in the right place at the right time. But we are dismayed at the lack of response by the people on that street with us. And we feel saddened to know that the injured gentleman, upon his return to his hometown in Ontario, will be telling folks there about his disturbing experience in Kelowna. Lisa Dahrouge, Kelowna

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‘Won’t get over’ being called by other names To the editor: Further to the letter written by David W. Kuhn of West Kelowna (Stop the Name-Game Blame Feb. 3, Capital News), I am at a loss to know how Westbankers are to blame for the blatant bullying of the West Kelownians. I personally blame the West Kelownians for bullying the Westbankers. There was no majority since 9,000 true Canadian people

were disallowed a vote, a conspiracy created by the Johnnycum-latelies of the pro-Kelowna cadre. When a third of the residents can dictate over the other two thirds, I don’t consider this as being democratic or constitutional. That the provincial government approved this just goes to show what type of politicians are running B.C. How pathetic! When the media can report happenings in

Westbank (when they are specific to that area) as being in West Kelowna or Westside it is called being biased. And no, I won’t get over it, ever. As well, you should stop having a temper tantrum! Pam Baumgartner, Westbank

Additionally, one might conclude that the increase of one’s shoreline and the absence of the annoying public access would significantly enhance the value of the one’s “new” property. That might qualify as a personal benefit. On the face of it, this looks like a great real estate play on the part of the initiator of this little scheme. Imagine 162 feet of beach front going to 212 feet. The park expansion is a rather compelling argument and plays well to the general public, even if they may not use the facility.

Governments: Get busy on economy To the editor: “President Barack Obama plans to announce details today of a $33 billion package of incentives for small businesses to encourage hiring and wage increases. The proposal, which the president is seeking as part of a jobs bill in Congress, would give businesses a $5,000 tax credit for each new hire this year and reimburse the 6.2 per cent Social Security tax for wage increases beyond inflation. “Obama said the measures will help one

million small businesses add employees or raise pay.” Source—BMO Nesbitt Burns, Jan. 29 So why are our federal and provincial governments led by Harper, Campbell et al. not encouraging small businesses in Canada by such well known techniques to increase employment opportunities? Creation of employment is not rocket science; trade can be increased. We also have the dollar advantage for export industries. We have unemploy-

ment rates between 7.5 per cent to 8.5 per cent in B.C. and in Canada in general. What is wrong with the B.C. provincial legislature and the federal Parliament getting down to work now on creating similar programs tailored to Canadian conditions for helping the small business sector in creating more employment and higher wages? Lets not be distracted by the Olympics and hockey! This is no time for circuses. John O.Powell, Kelowna

However, those of us who live in the area on a year-round basis are well aware of the congestion in the marina and park area, as the demand increases every year. Expanding the park without any provision for the parking of vehicles in a safe area for children to come and go, in my view, is not planning ahead. The Gellatly Bay Recreation Corridor Improvement Project, scheduled for completion this summer, will remove most of the vehicle parking along the lakeside of Gellatly Road from the Powers Creek bridge to the Cove Resort. That will include the alleged additional parking that the

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To the editor: Divide Among Council Buries Land Swap Proposal, Jan. 29 Capital News. Land swap—council did the right thing. The council of West Kelowna accepted public input and decided that the land swap was premature at this time in the absence of a scheduled planning process to determine the appropriate use of the shore line in the district. This was not an attempt to do the “right thing,” it was the right decision for a number of reasons. My perception of the two open council meet-

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land swap was supposed to provide as supporting argument for accepting the deal. At best, the parking in front of the park will now be parallel, rather than nose-in, resulting in a reduction by over half the previous parking. This summer will see the park users directly competing with the boating public for the remaining parking on the other side of Gellatly Road. I think it is premature to add more congestion to this scenario until options have been thoroughly considered. The adjoining property, by the park, isn’t going anywhere. Dick Everson, West Kelowna

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Marketing firm cleans up at Tommie Awards Maxine DeHart This week’s column is dedicated to Chic Gray who recently passed away. I have known Chic and the Gray family for many years and my personal condolences go out to Lea, his family and many friends.

t the recent Tommie Awards recognizing excellence in the housing industry, MacLean Group Marketing dominated the marketing categories. MacLean Group won four Gold Tommies in the categories of Best Logo for Southwind at Sarsons, and Best Ad, Best Ad Campaign and Best Signage for Black Mountain Community. MacLean Group has won 36 Silver Awards; more Tommies than any other local marketing agency. Providing marketing services for more than $2 billion worth of real estate development projects over the last decade, president David MacLean has recently changed his firm’s business model, transitioning from being a fullservice marketing agency to now providing specific creative and strategic marketing consulting services to clients. Call 250-7628777; www.macleangroup.com. Al Thorlakson is stepping down as CEO of Tolko, but will remain executive chairman. His son Brad, who has been with the company for many years, will take over as CEO. The company was founded by Al’s father Harold in 1956. Al joined in 1967 and the company has grown to 18 lumber mills, including one in Kelowna, that em-

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ploys some 5,000 workers across Western Canada. Chartered Accountant Brian Sanders is a new associate partner of MacKay LLP. His area of practice includes corporate and personal income tax planning, GST and HST matters and SRED claims. Call 250-7635021. The need for more space has prompted Tourism Kelowna to move its marketing offices to 214 1626 Richter St. The Kelowna Visitor Centre will continue to be operated by Tourism Kelowna at its current site, located at the corner of Harvey Avenue and Ellis Street. Sherri Newcomen, of the Central Okanagan Access Awareness Team, has received the Spirit of Kelowna Award for all of the good work she does as the chair of the Awareness Team and the City of Kelowna’s accessibility advisory committee. Lance Kayfish is the new chair of Okanagan College’s Board of Governors. Kayfish has served on the college board since 2007 and is a risk management expert with the City of Kelowna. The new vice-chair is certified management accountant Yvonne Pinder. Welcome to Kelowna Mike and Lydia Cicko, who have relocated from Richmond. Katie Bond, 19, will be among the dancers for the opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympics on Friday night at B.C. Place. Bond plans to attend college in the spring, but has put her education plans on hold in order to dedicate her time to practise and rehearsal for the Olympic ceremonies, all of which she has done on a volunteer basis. Beds Blossoms Brideswedding venue, owned and operated by Edleen Culos, has opened at 3002 East Kelowna Rd. This 10-acre

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sions Fitness Express, located at the corner of KLO Road and Benvoulin. dential and commercial modular buildings, have been awarded a federal and provincial project for seniors’ rental housing. Chaparral is one of four manufacturers who build modular units that have been designed for seniors and people with disabilities. The company will be building 44 units worth $1.9 million, all being sent to rural communities to provide affordable housing for both seniors and people with disabilities. As a result of this project, the company plans to hired another 20 staff. Call 250-765-2985; john.pushor@chaparralhomes.com. Dimensions Fitness Express, a men’s-only revolutionary fitness centre, has opened at 4-1790 KLO Rd. (corner of Benvoulin and KLO). Owned and operated by Greg and Mitsi Schulte, Dimensions is a 30-minute hydraulic fitness circuit workout, combin-

serene property with mature gardens and manicured lawns may be the perfect place for your wedding ceremony. Culos also offers a cottage and bungalow that sleeps up to eight. The large grass area for the ceremony or a tent can accommodate up to 150 people with beautiful gardens for pictures. Call 250-860-7925; edleen@shaw.ca Celia Browne-Clayton is the winner of a Spirit of Kelowna Award for her efforts to organize a rally on Monday to show that the people of Kelowna really do care about the homeless in our city following the beating of a man at Orchard Plaza last week. Happy 40th anniversary Steve (Black & McDonald) and Joan Niemeier (Wells Gray Tours). John and Jim Pushor, owners of Chaparral Industries, a local 20year manufacturer of resi-

ing strength training with a cardiovascular workout. This is not your typical gym. If your fitness level is that of a professional athlete, or you are a late in life beginner exerciser, you can get a fantastic workout. Everyone works at their own pace; no waiting for machines and no stations to set up. This facility also provides amenities including a shake bar, lounge/meeting area, complimentary towel service, showers, body composition analysis, personal training and free parking, all included in the membership. It’s open Monday to Saturday. Call 250-478-9912; www.dimensionsfitnessexpress.com. Country Station B103 is now “Q103.1—It’s All About the Music, a mix of adult contemporary. The new Q Morning Show is hosted by Steve Thompson, formerly of BobFM in Winnipeg, and Heather Adams. Drew

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Appointed to CMA board Maxine DeHart has been appointed for a two-year term to the Certified Management Accountants Society of B.C. board of directors. DeHart, a Capital News business columnist and marketing director for Kelowna’s Ramada Hotel, will serve on the board until Jan. 31, 2012. The society’s role is to help build, improve and promote the value of the CMA designation. CMA Canada is a self-regulating body created to maintain the highest standards, practices and professional conduct in management accounting. There are more than 40,000 CMAs and some 10,000 CMA students in Canada and around the world. The board gathers in Vancouver for meetings in March, May and September.

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life-saving research, health promotion and advocacy. The Rotary Clubs of Kelowna and area are supporting this fundraiser with members of the Kelowna Mission Rotary Club, Morningside Club and Lake Country Club to be on hand to count the bags as they leave the store. Representatives from the COACH Program, along with UBCO student nurses will also offer free blood pressure tests. What an easy way to help Heart & Stroke.

Thanks to both Michelle Patterson, of Home Outfitters, and Marilyn Hart and Dave Rowe, both of Walmart, for their exceptional customer service. Drop into the Towne Centre Mall and enter their contest to guess the number of food cans in the unbelievable “Snowman” located in the centre of the mall. All the food in the Snowman will be donated to the Kelowna Community Food Bank. First prize is a $500 Towne Centre Mall shopping spree and second

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son or part of the situation and despite what happened, I still feel our community really does care and urge all of you to help out in any situation. Who knows, the next incident might well be a member of your family or a special friend. Certainly, do not take risks, just do the right thing. Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers are also there to help if you have information to pass on. Kudos to Cecilia Browne-Clayton for organizing the rally. I won’t be doing a column next week. See you on Feb. 17. Birthdays of the week: Happy 65th Ben

Bodnar (Feb. 23); Kasha Lanyon (Feb. 11); Dale McKenzie (Feb. 14); Rod Warnock, my brother-in-law (Feb. 17); Murli Pendharkar (Feb. 19); Randy Quigley (Feb. 19); Don Favell, L&D Meats (Feb. 19); Carmen Prive, WestJet (Feb. 22); Anita Kinasewich (Feb. 23); Terry Hynes (Feb. 24); my little friend, Tomas Hardy of Les Petits Oursons Pre-school (Feb. 12). Maxine DeHart is a Kelowna hotelier. Phone her at 250-979-4546, fax 250-860-3173, email maxdehart@telus.net.

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er—these don’t tend to be organizations with endless sources of funds. I have seen this pattern play out many times in the non-profit setting. Looking back over those occurrences, the most frequent cause seems to be the existence of an “imbalance” in the relation-

ship between the executive director and the board. Members of boards of directors at nonprofit organizations tend to be volunteers and often fill roles for which they are untrained. They offer their services for a variety of reasons (one of which, I hope, is a genuine interest in whatever activity the organization is pursuing). Board members’ obligations of oversight and governance of the not-forprofit are critical. Their active involvement in setting the direction of the organization, overseeing financial transactions, and monitoring day-to-day activities should not be taken lightly. They place a high degree of trust and faith in the organization’s executive director. But, at least to some extent, their function is to corral the activities of the executive director. If they do not do so, the executive director’s scope of authority (or at least his or her perceived scope) can reach an unhealthy level. In some instances, it seems the executive director comes to perceive him or herself to be the organization. It’s as if the executive director has developed a heightened sense of entitlement, losing sight of the boundaries of his or her employment.

Left unchecked by the board, an executive director has the opportunity to engage in a variety of financial and other improprieties. Because the executive director controls the flow of information, board members can be the last to know about the existence of these problems. For most of these issues, a better balance in the relationship between board of directors and executive director provides the answer. A board which is active and inquisitive in pursuit of fiduciary principles of governance will go a long way towards fostering an understanding on the executive director’s part of the boundaries of his or her discretion. That result requires board members who take their governance role seriously. A good rule of thumb for people who wish to serve on a not-for-profit board is “don’t volunteer if you aren’t passionate about actively fulfilling the role for which you have volunteered.” Robert Smithson is a partner at Pushor Mitchell LLP in Kelowna practicing exclusively in labour and employment law. This subject matter is provided for general information only and is not intended to be relied upon as legal advice.

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July 1, 2010, you must collect and remit the HST on that contract. The exception to this rule will be funeral services and subscriptions to newspapers or magazines. If you are travelling and your round trip starts on June 30, 2010, you will not be required to pay HST on that trip. Most other transactions that straddle the July 1 cut off date will need to be prorated. The portion prior to July 1 will be PST and the portion after will be HST. If you are a direct seller such as Avon, Tupperware, Nikken, you will continue to pay the HST upfront when you purchase your inventory and then charge that HST to your customers and independent sales contractors when it is sold as was the case with the PST. However, you will need to self assess and pay HST on any inventory that was purchased after Oct. 14, 2009 that

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portion of HST at Tim Hortonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Starbucks. The public service bodies and charities will now have different rebates for the federal portion of the HST and the provincial portion therefore they must continue to record each portion separately in their accounting system. In order for a charity or not for profit to qualify for a rebate, they must receive at least more than 40 per cent of their funding from the government. I would recommend that until we get through the first five years of this HST, that we all record the federal portion and the provincial portion in separate general ledger accounts. Most small accounting programs such as Simply and Quickbooks have already issued updates that will accommodate the changes to the HST. The Canada Revenue Agency will be modifying the existing GST remittance forms for the HST. The GST credit on personal taxes will now be called the HST credit and will be indexed to

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include a rebate for the provincial portion of the HST. For individuals with income up to $20,000 annually, they will receive an additional $230 annually. For families with income up to $25,000 annually, $230 per family member is available. These credits will continue to be split and paid on a quarterly basis. The last PST return is due to be filed on July 23, 2010, except for situations where PST was required to be self assessed and collected after the July 1 conversion date (mainly to do with the construction and housing industries). The final return for

those situations is expected to be Nov. 23, 2010. When the GST was originally implemented, there was an inventory rebate given to companies that had to pay the GST on inventory. With the HST there will not be a rebate as no PST was paid on the inventory originally. For more information on the transition issues please refer to the government website www.fin. gov.bc.ca. â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ I apologize for the headline on the last column. It was a column on Windows 7 and not on Vista as was indicated by the headline. I do not have any control over the headline, nor would I want any as I am not a writer, so we had a bit of a mix up. Hopefully those who read the column could determine what the subject matter was about. Gabriele Banka is a Certified General Accountant and the owner of Banka & Company Inc. 250-763-4528 info@bankaco.com

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Black History Month: An opportunity to celebrate diversity The Kelowna Immigrant Society and the Okanagan Regional Library have again partnered to celebrate Kelowna’s second annual Black History Month by hosting several special events featuring award-winning writers, from Feb. 16 to 25. “This is a wonderful opportunity for people in the Okanagan to hear some fabulous authors and performers for free,” says ORL Kelowna branch head Fern Teleglow. “And this gives us a chance to learn more about diversity, to be open to people of all backgrounds.” Black History Month began in the United States in 1926, and this is the second year events

will be held in Kelowna. “Last year’s events were a great success. It was good to see that we have a more diverse community here than people often think,” commented Teleglow. On Tuesday, Feb. 16, three accomplished writers will give readings and lead a discussion starting at 7 p.m. at the ORL’s Kelowna branch, 1380 Ellis St. The evening will feature Austin Clarke, who won the Giller Award in 2002 for his novel The Polished Hoe, humanitarian and UN diplomat Mairuth Sarsfield, and children’s playwright and author Gail Nyoka. Austin Clarke will visit the ORL Westbank

branch in Westridge Mall at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 17 for an author reading and discussion. His latest novel, titled More, has garnered the Barbados-born author the 2009 Toronto Book Award. The Kelowna branch will host a lively evening of poetry on Wednesday, Feb. 24, beginning at 7 p.m. featuring Governor-General Award winner Dr. George Elliott-Clarke and slam poet Kevan Cameron a.k.a. “Scruffmouth.” Dr. Elliott-Clarke is a seventh generation Nova Scotian whose work describes the essence of being a Black Canadian, and Scruffmouth is the Grand Champion of the 2008 Van-

couver Poetry Slam. Two children’s authors will be at the Kelowna branch on Thursday, Feb. 25, at 1:30 p.m. Itah Sadu is the award-winning writer of children’s bestsellers including Christopher, Please Clean up your Room and Name Calling. Dr. Althea Prince is a novelist and youth counsellor whose current title is The Politics of Black Women’s Hair. All events are free and open to the public; no registration is necessary. For further details on these events, please call the Okanagan Library Kelowna branch at 250-762-2800 or the Westbank branch at 250-768-4369.

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Sade’s usual sultry tempo slows to a crawl SADE: SOLDIER OF LOVE (EPIC/SONY)

Sade has made a very healthy career singing smooth jazz-pop and neo R&B that is almost always described as ‘sultry’ with hits such as Smooth Operator, Sweetest Taboo and Paradise. But no one would describe this new album, Soldier Of Love, only her second studio album in 16 years, as sultry. It is much more sombre and moody with songs about lost love or relationships that have slowly petered out. Given her track record (can it be true that Smooth Operator, which earned Sade a Grammy for Best New Artist, was a hit 26 years ago already!), the ever resourceful Sade is bound to have yet another platinum record on here hands even if this new release is the weakest in her impressive catalogue. The title track has become a minor hit, but a minor hit on multiple charts including smooth jazz, R&B, adult contemporary and dance music. As a result Sade sells a lot of CDs to a lot of different market niches which boosts her overall sales. Unfortunately, I found that this latest album sorta crawls along between overly mellow, too ethereal and sometimes a tad too minimalistic. There is, however, a cool groove to the midtempo Bring Me Home and some lovely jazz overtones with a handsome sax solo on the title track. C+

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Bruce Mitchell CORRINE BAILEY RAE: THE SEA (VIRGIN/EMI)

It has been four years between albums for Corinne Bailey Rae but there were some dras-

tic life changing events that really cut down on her drive and outlook. Her husband and saxophone player died of a substance overdose (an unfortunate mix of methadone and alcohol) while her grandfather also passed away in a boating accident which may explain, in part, this CD title: The Sea. So this sophomore album has a totally different perspective than her debut that featured the warm, sultry and nostalgic smash Put Your Records On. The Sea is a much more sophisticated album than the debut which was essentially a DIY independent album that the mighty EMI label picked up for release. This new album follows the musical muse that CB Rae picked up from singing and recording with Herbie Hancock

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and his Grammy winning Album Of The Year (2007) titled River: The Joni Letters. Although CB Rae covers no Joni Mitchell songs on The Sea, the level of sophistication and production values are way up compared to her self titled debut. Check out the R&B/ blues sophisto of The Blackest Lily: “…won’t protect my heart from you.” There is a fine trumpet solo and cool jazzy breaks on The Closer while the strings and synthesizers on Paris Night/ New York Mornings really accentuate her warm nostalgia for better times with loved ones. It isn’t obvious which song or songs might be hit singles from The Sea but I particularly liked the melancholy ballad I’d Do It Again and Paper Dolls with its catchy synth-pop leanings. B

GRETCHEN WILSON: GREATEST HITS (COLUMBIA)

If you look at the female country music landscape right now it isn’t about trailer parks and honky tonk bars. It is about the girl-next-door types like Taylor Swift,

Carrie Underwood, Hannah Montana (the alter ego of Miley Cyrus) and their ilk. Gretchen Wilson became an overnight success a few years ago with her rocking anthems about hard living, hard drinking and white trash life styles with Redneck Woman, Here For The Party, One Of The Boys and All Jacked Up (as in Jack Daniels whiskey). So after three solid selling albums, Wilson has released a Greatest Hits album as a means to escape her contractual obligation to Sony who apparently has no interest in her career anymore. Fans probably already have the hits on this slim 11-track CD but there is one nugget here for the uber fan with a live recording of Heart’s Barracuda—a song that the girls next door couldn’t sing but an aging country cougar can. It will be interesting to see if Gretchen Wilson can land on her feet or if she’ll be a regular playing live gigs at casinos. C+

BARRY MANILOW: THE GREATEST LOVE SONGS OF ALL TIME (ARISTA)

Barry Manilow has made a career recently with these kinds of cover compilations re: Manilow Sings Sinatra and The Greatest Songs Of The 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s etc., and they have all sold in the top 10. This new collection is, of course, designed to cash in on this weekend’s Valentine’s Day with a host of well known love songs from the pens of Burt Bacharach, Dorothy Fields, Harry Ruby, Irving Berlin as well as Elvis (who really never wrote a song but took half credit anyway). So, if your idea of Valentine’s Day romance is Manilow singing The Carpenters’ We’ve Only Just Begun or The Platters’ I Only Have Eyes For You—here it is. Manilow doesn’t elevate any of these songs beyond standard repertoire but he does match the pure schmaltz of Where Do I Begin (Theme from Love Story). Incidentally, I offered this CD to my beloved 86-year-old mother-inlaw who gave me a knowing wink and suggested it was a bit too tame for her tastes. C-

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re you thinking about going through your closets and clearing out things you have not used recently? If you are, consider gifting them to the Kelowna Women’s Shelter Thrift Store. Your donations of gently used clothing and household necessities help families at this shelter in many ways. Items are given away, business is sustained and revenue is created to fund supportive programming. There are some specific items on the thrift store’s wish list that you might be able to contribute. These include towels, bedding, toiletries, arts and crafts supplies, socks, pajamas, robes, slippers, batteries, alarm clocks, gift items for birthdays and holidays, or food items. The clothing and household goods that you provide are passed along, completely free of charge, to those in need—the women and children who have been impacted by family violence. A clean change of clothes can also be offered to persons living on the streets in downtown Kelowna. Women from abusive situations work in the thrift store. It is a safe place to learn essential retail skills and gain marketable experience. Working with the public also helps

increase self confidence and interpersonal communication skills. Money earned from sales at the thrift store becomes income to offer programs and services at the shelter that do not receive sustained government funding. These programs and services include outreach program and support groups, awareness and events program, Inside/Out Violence Prevention Program, WISH (a second stage home), childcare and transportation services as well as some elements of the children’s counselling program. The existence of a thrift store operated by the Kelowna Women’s Shelter provides an opportunity to raise awareness about family violence and creates a way for the public to access information. If you want to learn more, drop by the store at 527 Lawrence Ave., Monday to Saturday. You can also phone 250-763-1040. All services are free of charge and confidential. Dawn Wilkinson is the coordinator for the Community Information and Volunteer Centre. 250-763-8008, ext 24 informkelowna@kcr.ca www.kcr.ca

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er Program for 2010. The couple are the proprietors of Covert Organic Farm & Vineyards in Oliver. Presenting them with their award are Canadian OutstandingYoung Farmer vice-president Derek Janzen (left) and B.C. Minister of Agriculture and Lands Steve Thomson. Be amazed at the incredible topography including the glacial terrace and incredible view of McIntyre Bluff next to the vineyard and winery— a 500-metre high wall of granitic gneiss streaked with thin layers of quartz and other mineral veins. Following that, you will be led through a private winery tour and tasting with award winning winemaker Kirby Froese before you sit down to the wine-paired feast. Hosted by the lovely proprietors, Gene and Shelly Covert and Kirby and Crystal Froese, this is sure to be a magical event. Off the Beaten Path Organic Dinner: May 1, $129 per person. Get your tickets early. www.dunhamfroese.ca 250-498-

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Now vegans can enjoy their wins Living life as a vegan must be very tricky as hidden animal products are found in so many different food products. Many vegans may even be wary of drinking wines as there are animal products sometimes used in the production. Winemakers often use animal products during production to “fine” the wine to remove bad flavors or unsightly elements. The fining agent acts as a magnet and collects the unwanted matter in the wines. Examples of some of these “non-

vegan” fining agents are: • egg whites • egg albumin • casein (milk protein) • gelatin (derived from bones) • isinglass (derived from fish) • chitin/chitosan (derived from the shells of crabs or lobsters). So what does a wine loving vegan have to do? Travel to the Edge of the Earth to find drinkable wine! Russ and Marni Niles, of Edge of the Earth Winery near Armstrong, are making vegan wine. “Animal products are not really necessary in the production of good wine,” says Russ, and guarantees that no animal products are used in their wines. Formerly known as Hunting Hawk Vineyards located in Spallumcheen, the Niles’ are hitting on a market that will not only satisfy the vegan and vegetarian community, but will impress all wine lovers with the quality of their product. Wine expert John

Schreiner had the following to say about their wines: “Maréchal Foch 2008: Typically deep in colour, this wine begins with the aroma of spiced cherries. The palate shows more cherry notes, along with the hint of foch smokiness and bright acidity. “Mostly Merlot 2006: The fruit flavours here are vibrant, with notes of red currant supported subtly with vanilla and oak notes (the wine was aged in older American oak). The tannins are ripe and the texture is rich. “Pinot Noir 2006: A firm, ageable pinot noir with flavours and aromas of cherry and strawberry. Contact Russ at russniles@telus.net to find out where you can purchase their wines. Call 250-546-2164 or go to www.edgeoftheearthvineyard.com to learn more about their good for the earth wines. Jennifer Schell is editor of B.C. Wine Trails Magazine. jennschell@shaw.ca

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Born in Prelate, Saskatchewan February 6, 1926 and passed away suddenly February 4, 2010 in Kelowna, BC. She was predeceased by her husband of 65 years John in 2007 and also sadly predeceased by great grandson Benjamin Dickson Bullock in 2007. Bertha and John raised their three children among the orchards of East Kelowna. Through out her lifetime, Bertha was active in the East Kelowna Community, the Catholic Diocese and many other local and national organizations. Mom loved to entertain and a few tables of friends invited for bridge was always followed by one or more of her famous deserts. She is survived by three sisters Victoria Baker of Kelowna, Rose Drew of Abbotsford and Ella Materi of Vancouver. She is also survived by her three children, Richard (Jacqueline), Douglas (Mary) and Nancy (David) all of Kelowna. Mom also leaves nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Ken Materi for all the help, support and kindness he gave to Mom in her final years. Mom you were there during the ups, the downs, the good and the bad and for that we thank you. Prayers will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 839 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, February 9, 2010. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church at 11:30 am on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 with a reception to follow in the Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, #4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9 would be greatly appreciated. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077

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Obituaries FINNEMORE - Alison Mary (Barrett) died in Hospice House on February 3, 2010. Born in St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NF on February 15, 1934, Alison will be greatly missed by her children. Geoffrey, Dorothy and Jonathon, her siblings Kelvin, Joan, Connie and Donald, her nieces and nephews, grandchildren and of course, by her many friends. A loving mother, loyal friend, dedicated nurse and above all a proud Newf, Alisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest joy came from giving to and sharing with others. Alison received excellent care at the Hospice House so in lieu of flowers a donation to the Central Okanagan Hospice House or any other charity of your choice would be appreciated. A celebration of Alisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life will be held at the Unitarian Fellowship of Kelowna at 1310 Bertram, Kelowna on February 13th at 2pm.

KOCH, Andrew â&#x20AC;&#x153;Andyâ&#x20AC;? Frank Born November 15, 1915 in Regina, SK passed away on February 8, 2010 in Kelowna, BC. Survived by his loving family, six children: Linda Clark, Kathy (Rob) Van Dijk, Andy (Louise), Peggy (Steve) Williams, Gerald (Jacquie) and Greg (Susan); ten grandchildren: Richard, Colin, Teresa, Robert, Ryan, Jason, Jeremy, Jordan, Eric and Megan; two great granddaughters: Stephanie and Mary. Andrew was one of 13 children of whom all have predeceased him and sadly predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years Mary in April 2008. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 10:00 am at SpringďŹ eld Funeral Home, 2020 SpringďŹ eld Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www. springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

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ROBBINS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sheila Jean (nee Blairs) passed away peacefully at her home with her husband by her side on February 7th, 2010 at the age of 79. Sheila was predeceased by her Mother Laura, Father Richard Blairs. She is lovingly remembered by her husband and closest friend Clarence, whom together shared 59 years of marriage. Sheila was very involved in the couples business, Continental Traffic Signs in Abbotsford, BC. After retirement Sheila and Clarence traveled much of the world together. Sheila was a member of Soroptimist International and held the highest title as Governor, Canadian Western Region. Cremation, no formal service by request. Arrangements entrusted to VALLEYVIEW FUNERAL HOME, 165 Valleyview Road 765-3147. Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial. Condolences may be made by visiting www.mem.com

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John was born August 25, 1924 in Porac, Slovakia. He emigrated with his family to Montreal in 1929. John lived a full life of farming in Watson, Saskatchewan, moving from the farm and working at Ford in Windsor, Ontario, Steep Rock Iron Mine in Atikokan, Ontario and when he moved to Kelowna in 1968 with White Western Star until he retired. John loved playing sports in his earlier years, baseball, broomball, bowling and golf. John had a passion for golf, playing at Kelowna Golf & Country Club to a low handicap and 7 holes in one. John was very fond of his extended family and loved his interaction with his golf family. In his final years John loved going to the A&W to meet his morning friends, having dinner at the golf course and being with his family that he treasured so much. We will miss his sense of humor and love of life. We would like to extend our sincere appreciation for the love and care the staff at Kelowna Hospice House gave â&#x20AC;&#x153;Uncâ&#x20AC;? in the past month. They made his final journey one of dignity and peace. Predeceased by his parents Steve and Anna Voytila and brother-in-law Dave Gratton. John is survived by his loving family: (sister) Mary, (nieces) Janet Lightfoot (Wes Lightfoot) of Vernon, Lynn Kratzer (Stephen) of Kelowna; great nephews: Warren Lightfoot (Courtney) of Vernon, Shane Lightfoot of Calgary, Jarrett Kratzer of Kelowna; great nieces: Theresa Lightfoot of Calgary and Stephanie Kratzer of Calgary. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 1:00 pm at SpringďŹ eld Funeral Home, 2020 SpringďŹ eld Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central Okanagan Hospice Association: 202 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1456 St. Paul St., Kelowna, BC, V1Y 2E6. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www. springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

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Passed away in Penticton on February 7, 2010 at the age of 67. Roy is survived by his loving family: sister, Pat (Willi) Lange of Kelowna; niece, Lisa (Mark) Planz of Kelowna; nephew, Corey (Carrie) Lange; great nephews, Joshua, Brayden and Kaleb of Victoria and uncle, Jack Newsom of Kelowna, Roy was a longtime resident of Kelowna until moving to Penticton many years ago. We will miss his great sense of humor. A special thank you to the caring staff at Penticton Regional Hospital, Moog and Friends Hospice House, the staff of Medi-Van and The Kelowna Cancer Clinic. Donations in Royâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory can be made to the Cancer Centre for the Southern Interior, 399 Royal Avenue, Kelowna V1Y5L3 or to the charity of your choice. Private family arrangements are in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services, 250-860-6440

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AT TIGGER & ME Too Daycare: Spots available for 21/2 5year olds & Kindercare. 250-765-4900 (Rutland).

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AUNTIE NANNY’S DAYCARE has 2 openings for ages 1-5yrs. Fun, caring, safe environment, healthy snacks incl. Park next door. References. 250-861-8484.

Adult Care FAMILY Need Part-time (12hrs/wk, Fri, Sat, Sun) Care Worker to provide personal care and light housekeeping to person with developemental disability, please no smokers, Email resume to: miano62@ gmail.com, or fax: 250-862-9815 ph: 762-9829

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CIVIL LITIGATION PARALEGAL required; the ideal candidate will have 5 years experience in Civil Litigation with emphasis on Foreclosures and WCB claims. Apply in confidence to Marion Bomford, Human Resources Manager at bomford@pushormitchell.com Thank you for your interest in our firm. OKANAGAN’S Financial Planning Firm of choice has consultant opportunities available. For information on our February 18 career seminars, register at www.investorsgroupokanagan.com

Education/Trade Schools

Farm Workers 2 GENERAL vineyard workers required by Westside vineyard for approximately 6 weeks commencing mid May 2010. Starting wage $9.25/hr, 40-50 hrs per week- fax resume 769-6826 or phone 769-6817. BILGA Farms, Kelowna BC. Permanent FT Orchard Workers Wanted. Pruning, thinning, harvesting fruit & veggies. Tractor operator/driver. $12/hr. Req’d immed. Email bilgafarms@hotmail.com BOPARAI Orchard req’s, Pruning, thinning & picking. March-Oct. $9.14/hr.862-1025 VALLEY Orchards in Kelowna needs farmworkers, $9.14/hr, Apr 15-Nov 15, fax: 250-4911951 valleyorchards@shaw.ca

GRANITE FRANCHISE FOR SALE. Located in Prince George. Turnkey operation, everything supplied, training included. Minimal investment req’d. Phone 1-800-429-0335 OKANAGAN’S Financial Planning Firm of choice has consultant opportunities available. For information on our February 18 career seminars, register at www.investorsgroupokanagan.com SHEETMETAL/ROOFING Co in Kelowna. Includes full shop, cranetruck, standing seam panel machine, safety gear. Everything in great condition. $70K. 250-469-0494 mobster_b@hotmail.com TURF LOGIC FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY. Zero Pesticide Lawn Care. Okanagan Territories Available, Outdoor Lifestyle, Full Local Support. w w w. t u r f l o g i c . c a 1-866-239-4056

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ATTENTION: LOCAL people needed to Work From Home online $500-$4500 PT/FT. Complete Training provided. Call Candace 1-877-822-8170 ATTN: Wanted 33 Overweight People! WE PAY YOU for lbs you lose on our program! Call Candace 1-877-264-4713 ATTN: Why Weight? $$ for the lbs. you’ll lose.1-877-737DIET dietmagicresults@shaw.ca BUSY Irrigation Store in Vernon has position available for F/T self motivated personnel. The candidate must have strong skills in the irrigation industry, 3yrs min. Purchasing exp., computer knowledge & effective communication skills. Fax resumes: 250-503-0282

Caretaker needed for remote backcountry lodge near Revelstoke. April-Nov. 2wks in, 2wks out. Best suits a retired couple, not much work, not much pay. Send resume to info@mustangpowder.com CLASS 1 Drivers to haul dry vans Western Canada & USA. Only drivers w/min 2yrs exp. & US border crossing capability need apply. Dedicated Tractors, paid drops, & direct deposit. No Phone Calls Please. Fax resume to 250-546-0600. EXPANDING Veg. mgmt co. has immediate openings in the S. Interior & Kootnays for exp. saw op. w/slashing/falling exp. Herb. Ticket, Cert req’d. Respond w/detailed work history resume to fax: 250-861-8737 EXPERIENCED, Hard working residential cleaners wanted for part-time employment. Work 15 to 30/hrs. per week. Must have reliable vehicle. Phone: 250-860-1720 to set up an interview. EXPERIENCED Industrial Seamstress req’d for full time position. Must work efficiently in a team environment and still perform duties independently. Wages will be based on abilities. Please forward resume to: email propak@telus.net or fax to 250-861-5282 HYGIENIST WANTED for busy, perio-focused practice. Resumes to Office Manager, 199 Salt Spring Way, Salt Spring Island BC, V8K 2G2 or email: mail4radish@yahoo.ca LOCAL FRP/Composite Manufacturer requires responsible production personel to assist in the operation of unique manufacturing equipment. Previous experience with fiberglass & materials preferred but no essential. Mechanical aptitude and punctuality strongly desired. Please forward resume: debbie@falconladder.com

Career Service / Job Search

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Unemployed with a business idea? The Self Employment Program financial assistance is available to eligible individuals who want to start or purchase a business in which they have had no prior ownership. Two hour information sessions are held every Friday at 10 am at Community Futures.

Call 250-868-2132 to reserve a space

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IN-STORE SECURITY OFFICER REQUIRED: Duties include loss prevention, property recovery, processing suspects and working with management to ensure security controls are in place. Candidate should have an up to date “Security Worker License” with BST and AST, ability to work under high pressure, be a team player and able to multi-task. Full time with competitve compensation pkg & excellent benefits. Send resume to: Ms. T. Perdue. PO Box 32006, 2151 Louie Dr, West Kelowna V4T 3E0. Deadline: Feb 19, 2010

ORCHARD WORK. Thinning, pruning & picking. Start March 30. 40hrs/wk, $9.14/hr. Call 250-212-4431 bilgafarms@hotmail.com QUALIFIED Baker, (min. 5yrs. exp.) 25hrs. p/wk mon-fri, wages neg. 250-861-8659, Requiring an experienced heavy duty truck mechanic.Position requires vast knowledge of off highway trucks and trailers. Candidate must have 5 yrs experience, able to work in a fast paced environment, have own tools, organized with leadership skills. Company has complete benefit package and competitive wages. Please submit resume by fax to 250 542 2346.)

ORCHARD Work, Peachland. Start March, seasonal FT. $9.14/hr. Fax 250-767-6238

SERVICE MANAGER POSITION PENTICTON KIA is accepting applications for a service manager in preparation for their move to their new state of the art facilities. PENTICTON KIA provides a great working environment with an all new facility and equipment. Great wages and beneﬁts.

Contact General Manager 250-276-1200 or email: gspanks@pentictonkia.com

Career Opportunities

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Security guards wanted, must have BST ticket, Vernon area, also Parking Lot Attendant, must have excellent written skills & work w/minimum supervision. Fax resume 250-763-7240.

Support worker for young man living in Winfield, requirements incl. DL & First Aide, must be outgoing & enthusiastic w/a good sense of humour. Permanent PT, shift work from Mon-Sun. Judy 250-766-0539

Hospitality

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The Conference Centre is under new management and is currently seeking a Sales & Catering Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate should have a proven record of excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills while possessing strong analytical skills and must be detailed oriented. Computer proficiency is necessary as is the ability to work with changing priorities and deadlines. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, enthusiastic, team oriented, focuses on organization, productivity and consistently aims to exceed client expectations. Thank you to all who apply however only those shortlisted will be contacted. Drop off resumes to the hotel at the Best Western Hotel, attention to Brenda Rayburn or email bwsales@discoverkelowna.com

Education/Trade Schools

Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services

Help Wanted VACANCY POST AS A MYSTERY SHOPPER @ SMC International and Fabrics Limited. Work 2-3 hours per week from your PC around your schedule Earn $750 per week and for more information contant this Email address below: employcompany02@gmail.com VEG. Mgmt co. req’s exp’d Crew Foreman/Lead Hand w/slashing & veg. control exp. Cert. Faller, Herb. Ticket, Level lll First Aide & Danger Tree Cert req’d. Respond w/detailed work history resume to fax: 250-861-8737 We are currently looking to fill the following full-time position: COUNTER MANAGER ESTEE LAUDER COSMETICS FT, 37.5hrs per week. Please drop off resumes. Att: Deborah Baril, Cosmetic Manager, The Bay, Kelowna Orchard Park Shopping Centre by Feb 15, 2010

Education/Trade Schools

EXP Chinese Dim Sum Cook req’d, $17/hr. Apply in person or fax: 250-763-2397, Yamato Resturant, #1-2575 Hwy. 97N. FOODSAFE Level 1 Sat Feb 13 or Feb 22, 23 held over 2 eves. Call 250-215-4285. www.sherwoodhospitality.ca

Medical/Dental

Teachers

FT Exp., CDA req’d for Maternity Leave. Mon-Fri, no eves or wkends. Accepting resumes immediately to Dr. Peter Mitchell #1-1482 Springfield Rd, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5V3. or fax 250-860-4200

ADVENTURE! Teach English Overseas. No degree req. TESOL Cert. in-class (May 5-9 Kelowna) or online. Job Guar. Call NOW 1-888-270-2941 www.GlobalTesol.com

FT Exp., Dental Receptionist req’d Mon-Thurs w/occasional Fri’s. Reply to Box #288 c/o Capital News.

Insurance

P/T RN or LPN for busy centrally located multi-doctor family medical clinic in Kelowna. Must be outgoing, efficient and able to multi-task. Job share 2 weeks on and 1 week off rotation. Email resume to gfmadmin@shawcable.com

SUSSEX Insurance seeking full/part time licensed level 1 or 2 Insurance Agent. 6 months experience req’d. Ph: 762-8846 or Fax: 762-8533, sussexkelowna@telus.net

Janitorial CLEANERS Wanted, 5-9pm, some weekends, apply via fax: 250-868-2642

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ROOFERS

Metro Roofing based in Langley B.C. requires exp. Flat Roofers, BUR, torch, single ply (TPO & PVC). Commercial and Industrial Projects.

Good Wages & Beneﬁts. LABOURERS Also required. Apprenticeship opportunity available.

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Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 years – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $29/hour.

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Health Products

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Holistic Health

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Martial Arts

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Esthetics Services

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Financial Services

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad Credit? bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer West Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com IF YOU OWN A HOME or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS will len you money: It’s That simole. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1-800-587-2161 $$NEED MONEY$$ Have RRSP or locked in pensionplan from an ex-employer (LIR) or (LIF) 3 easy ways to help. Call 1-866-341-3274

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PLUMBING

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Call Clint, 250-575-3839

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RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION ADDITIONS, finished bsmts., kitchen & bath reno’s, tile, hrdwd. & laminate flooring. Drywall, painting. Ext/int finishing. Call 250-870-3187

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LANDSCAPING

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PAINTING

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ELECTRICAL

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HANDYMAN

Residential and Commercial New Construction & Renovations Small Jobs GARTH GRANDO Lic. No. 97059 cell: 215-1646 phone/fax 769-9049

Commercial/Residential. Hot Tub/Heat Pump Connections, Service Upgrades/Service Calls, Additions/Renos. Lic. #40170 Call Ken 250-317-3479

ELECTRICAL

FLOORING

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• Interior & Exterior Renovations • Carpentry • Painting • Small Repairs • Pressure Washing

• Kitchen & Bathroom Upgrades • Yard Maintenance • Fences, Decks • Tile • Graffiti Removal

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ELECTRICIAN KBM ENTERPRISES LTD.

ANTHONY’S MOBILE WORKSHOP

The Friendly Handyman specializing in... stucco - drywall - paint repairs and renovations. 25 yrs. exp. Seniors Discount

Senior’s Specials Experience & Quality New Homes & Repaints Ceilings Bondable. Insurance Work Call Terry 250-863-9830 or 250-768-1098

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Lew Cat Ent. Carpet, Lino, Tiles, Hardwood, Laminate. Free estimates. Great rates. Lewis @ 317-6889 Work Guaranteed.

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Financial Services

Carpet Cleaning BONDED & Insured. Top of the line equipment & supplies. $60./4rms & hall extra $10./rm. Call Jeff @ 250-681-4245

REDUCE DEBT by up to 70% Avoid bankruptcy. Free consultation. BBB accredited. 250-860-1653 www.4pillars.ca

Home Care

Cleaning Services

CARING, Professional Home Support offered by a Certified Care Aide w/10yrs exp. Please call 250-860-8621 or leave msg at 250-870-8387

BEST Quality Cleaning Ltd. Prof, reliable, bonded, ins’d. Comm/Stratta. 250-764-9552 CLEANING Serv. Avail. Residential by the wk. or mo. Senr’s welcome 250-448-1786

MARY-LIN’S HOME CARE. I’’m a Practical Nurse giving tender loving care. I help with Errands, Appt’s., Shopping, Personal Care, Cleaning, Meals & Outings, 808-0830

Contractors

Drywall

ALL WEST DEMOLITION Ltd. All types of demolition. Free estimates. Call 250-808-0895

CYCLE Drywall & Framing. Complete wall and ceiling installs. Residential & reno’s. Guaranteed. 250-863-6017. DRYWALL SERVICES & Repairs New work & reno work. 30? exp. Framing, Bording, Taping, Texture. Ken212-9588 WAL TEK Drywall & Renos, board, tape, texture & paint. From new homes to small renos, for a free estimate call Guenther, 250-878-0528

KSK Woodworking, Framing, finishing, foundations & more. Quality workmanship at reasonable prices. 250-979-8948 WENINGER CONST. Family company commited to Kelowna & Big White. 250-765-6898

Countertops

Electrical

CLEANING Service, move in or out, one time, forclosure, PT, offices. Over 20yrs exp., flexible, no contract. 778-753-1356 SPICK & SPAN Cleaning Services. Dependable, trustworthy, minutious, hard worker, bonded, exc ref’s. $20/hr. Call Guylaine, 250-469-2265

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LAWYER Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM).

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Computer Services

Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1-800-565-5297 (Outside LM) or www.dialalaw.org (audio available)

12/7 A MOBILE COMPUTER TECH. Certified computer technician, virus removal, repairs, upgrades. Let me come to you. 250-717-6520.

Nutrition/Diet

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PAPER Trails Bookkeeping. Kelowna & Lake Country. Simply-Accounting, AR, AP, Payroll, Remittances, Pickup & Delivery. Professional, Reliable & Convenient. 469-6737 email: papertrails@shaw.ca

OKANAGANS Concrete Specialists. For all your concrete needs & services. Got Water problems we have the solutions! Free est & consulting. Call 250-451-6944

REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.

Buy, Rent, Sell!

A&S ELECTRIC. Resid/Comm Wiring. New constr, renov. & service changes. lic’’d & bonded. Steve 864-2099 (cont #90929) BEST Choice Electrical Contracting, sm. jobs, service changes/upgrades, 215-1646 CHIPSTERS Electrical, Res. & Comm. Lic’d. & Bonded. Service calls welcome. 826-0091 COMM. & Res. Service Upgrades/Service Calls, & Reno’’s. 250-317-3479 Lic#40170 D. FRANCIS Electrical Ltd. Quality/Dependable Service. Fully ins’d. Lic#91625. 317-6843 JRS ELECTRIC: Fully licensed. From new builds & renos to service calls. Call today, 250-448-6510 SIMAIR Electric Ltd. Commercial, Residential, Controls & Data reno’s etc. 250-718-5067

Excavating & Drainage KRENNY’S EXCAVATING. Exc/bobcat serv., Sewer HU’s, UG Utils, Bsmts, Footings, Backfilling, Drvwys, Lndscp, Retaining Walls. Rubber track exc w/blade. Est’s, Fully Ins. Kory 451-9095, 869-9125 Serving Kelowna, Westside, Lake Country MUD, GARBAGE, gravel road repair, sm/dump truck, Bobcat, mini Excavator. 250-470-2598

Fencing ALL KINDS OF FENCES. Spring Special, 6’x8’ cedar fence panels at $65. Pre staining avail. Starting installs now. Call 250-491-4622 CEDAR FENCE PANELS, order in Feb for 10% discount. (250)546-6038

Floor Reﬁnishing/ Installations ACCREDITED Business. STRONG ROOTS FLOORING. BBB Lic’’d & Ins’’d. Custom Floor Re-finishing. Supply & Install Hrwd, Laminate, Cork And Tile. Rick, 250-808-7668 LEW Cat Ent. Carpet, Lino, Tiles, Hrdwd, Lam. Free est. Great rates. Lewis @ 317-6889 Work Guaranteed. SPECIAL 15% OFF Carpet, Lino, Tile Installation, Restretching, Squeaky floors. We repair. Quality Work! Free Est. Jack 250-769-5716

We’re on the net at www.bcclassiﬁed.com Lawn & Garden 1-1 All Exterior Hedge & Tree Service. All types of pruning & removing. Insured. Call Dave 250-212-1716. ACE OF SPADES. Aeration, thatching, hedge & shrub pruning, lawn service, multch, rock, rototilling. Exp’d, ins’d. Michael, 250-878-1315 DIGGINOLES N SHIFTINSTUFF. Pickup & delivery service. Rubbish & recycling removed. Landscape, building supplies & Hay delivered, small equipment transferred. 1ton pickup, 14ft Dump trailer & 20ft Flat bed trailer. Yes we work weekends!! For quality work at reasonable rates, phone Ian 250-864-2339 GET a head start on having the nicest yard on the street. Yard/Garden clean-up and pruning. 250-801-7040 $$ START Early CALL Ryan now @ 250-469-1288 and ask about our yard cleanups

Handypersons ANTHONY’’S Mobile Workshop. Repairs & reno’’s. 25yrs Exp Senior Disc. 317-9876 BILL’S Handyman Service for all those small jobs you can’t find anyone to do. Laminate flrs., tiling, plumbing, painting & gen. repairs. WCB cov’d. & ins’d., Call 250-869-7738 HANDYMAN for rent. Art Krauza, hm: 250-765-0286, cell: 250-718-4340

Handypersons

Home Improvements

TERRY’S RENOVATIONS & Handyman Service. For all your reno’s, repairs & odd jobs. Charge by hour/job. Exterior/interior painting, baseboards, flooring, carpentry & loads to dump. No job too small. Free estimates. 250-450-6939, 250-575-4258

WOODLAKE COUNTERTOPS. Counter-tops In-stock. Kitchen Cabinets. Cutting & Finishing Services. Flat lay & Cabinetry. 250-300-6980

Heat, Air, Refrig. SOMMERFELD Heating A/C, Install & Repair Heat Pumps, F/P, Gas Fitting Lic. 215-6767 SOUTHERN BC Heating & Air Conditioning. Over 30yrs exp. Call 250-681-3869

Home Improvements ACRYLIC Tub Liners & wall installations. Tub to shower conversions. Renovations by Well Built Construction. Call 826-BATH (2284) ADDITIONS, finished bsmts, kitchen & bth reno’’s, tile, hrwd & laminate flooring. Drywall, painting. Ext/int finishing. Call 250-870-3187 INTERIOR Finishing & Reno’’s. No Job too small, Install & Repairs. Drywall, Plumbing, Doors/Win, Baseboards, Cab., Kitchens, Bthrms, 859-2787 MARAINE Construction, 30 yrs. Exp. Complete Home Building/Reno’’s.250-300-4657 NATURAL WOOD FLOORING Fir, Hemlock & Pine www.rouckbros.com Rouck Bros. Lumby, BC 1-800-960-3388

NEED Help? Paint, Tile, Carpentry, Drywall, light Electrical & Plumbing, call 250-869-6577 NINKO Construction Mgmt. 28yrs Exp. Res. & Comm. No job too small or big. 250-861-1066, 250-212-1641 ROSTKA ENT. Ltd. Complete int/ext. reno’’s. Carpentry, drywall, painting, bsmt, decks & more. Lic’’d & Insured. BBB Accred. Call: Rob 878-8049. office 764-5449. THE Old Pro’’s, Licence & Insured, Reno’’s, Remodeling etc. Barry @ 250-826-2599 WELLERMADE. Additions, Reno’s, Sun-decks, Bsmt. stes., etc.768-2202 878-6967

Home Repairs

LARRY’S Handyman & Reno Serv., Lg. & Sm. jobs, Graffitti Removal etc., 250-718-8879 SMALL household & yard repairs. Seniors friend! Free estimates. Call 250-826-5627

Kitchen Cabinets

BATHROOM RENO’S. Plum bing Repairs. Bathrooms By Gemini 862-6991, 764-0189

Small Ads work! Landscaping

AQUA GARDENS & Landscapes. Spring clean ups, irrig. start ups, pruning. Call 250-979-2782 ASPEN LANDSCAPING. Spring clean up, aerating, pruning, etc. 250-317-7773. Back Country Lawn & Landscape. Book your spring clean-up and irrigation start ups. Please call 250-864-9936 DIGGINOLES N SHIFTINSTUFF. Pickup & delivery service. Rubbish & recycling removed. Landscape, building supplies & Hay delivered, small equipment transferred. 1ton pickup, 14ft Dump trailer & 20ft Flat bed trailer. Yes we work weekends!! For quality work at reasonable rates, phone Ian 250-864-2339 ODD JOB BOB, 768-1555 Fruit/tree - pruning & trimming, Spring cleanups & lawn prep. UNIQUE Pools & Landscapes. Full 3D design & build services. Call 250-801-YARD( 9273)

Machining & Metal Work

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

Misc Services MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage, $95. Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048

SALES & SERVICE DIRECTORY RENOVATIONS

ROSTKA

HOME RENOVATIONS

Enterprises Ltd.

The Okanagan’s Renovation Specialists Residential and Commercial, Additions, Garages, Basements, Windows, Doors, Decks, Fencing, Carpentry, Drywalling, Painting Top Quality Worksmanship & Service

Rob 250-878-8049 Off. 250-764-5449

EXPERIENCED CRAFTSMEN

• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall

SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST

Qualified, Reliable. • Bonded •Installations • Repairs • Renovations • H. Water Tank • Washer, Dryer • Dishwasher Over 30 yrs. Experience

MEMBER

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

Independently Owned and Locally Operated

Call Walter 250-766-5580 Cell 250-317-2279

PLUMBING

HEATING

Well Built Construction

A & S Electric

KOSKI PLUMBING, HEATING & GAS FITTING

SOMMERFELD HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATIONS

PAINTING

Call Martin @ 250-300-4657

A Division of Bayside Developments Ltd.

ELECTRICAL

• Acrylic tub liners installed right over your old tub & tiles • Tub to shower conversions • Complete renovations

Over 30 yrs. experience. Quality workmanship •Carpentry, Drywall, Framing, Tiling, Cabinet, Deck, Plumbing, Flooring, etc. •Mobile workshop

QUALITY WORKMANSHIP

BATHROOM RENOS

DRYWALL SERVICES & REPAIRS New work & renovation work. Over 30 yrs. experience. Framing, boarding, taping, texture t-bar ceilings & insulation. Call Ken 250-212-9588

MARAINE CONSTRUCTION

•Electrical • Tile Work • To-Do Lists • Much More

Kelowna • 250-717-5500 kelowna.handymanconnection.com

Lic. & Insured - Ref’s available (WCB Coverage)

DRYWALL

• Kitchen Remodels • Painting • Plumbing

PLUMBING

BAYSIDE PLUMBING & Gas Fitting

Residential & Commercial Wiring, New Construction, Renovations & Service Changes. Complete telephone & data cabling services, Prompt quality service. Licensed & Bonded Call Steve 250-864-2099

#1-1255 Bernard Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 6R3

250-826-2284

(cont#90929)

www.well-built.ca

“ONE ROOM, OR YOUR WHOLE CASTLE”

DALE’S

PAINTING SERVICE

862-9333 PAINTING KELOWNA A BETTER PLACE SINCE 1982

DEMOLITION

ALL WEST DEMOLITION LTD.

RYDER ROOFING LTD. 250-765-3191

Call Troy, 250-718-0209

• New & Existing Heating Systems • Heat pumps, A/C • Gas ﬁtting • Licensed & Insured. • Replacement Furnace.

Call Wayne (250) 215-6767

D. FRANCIS ELECTRIC LTD Residential/Commercial/Industrial. Small jobs, new construction & renovations, panel changes, quality workmanship. Contractor #91625.

250-768-9967 250-317-6843

WELDING & FABRICATION

ROOFING

METAL FABRICATION LTD. Fences • Gates • Railings • Security Bars • Cargo Racks • Rollcages • Boat Railings & more. Tube Bending Specialists www.getbentmetalfab.ca

Two Ply Torch On Systems • Asphalt Shingles • Tile Rooﬁng • New & Re-roofs • Repairs/Maintenance • Guaranteed Workmanship

250-863-4418

250-212-5996•250-808-5996 allprorooﬁngltd@gmail.com

LITTLE REPAIRS

COMM. CLEANING

Southern BC Heating & Air Conditioning

THE OLD PRO’S

Small Household & Yard Repairs. A man that helps seniors get little jobs done. From lighting fixture upgrades, cleaning eaves troughs to re-keying locks and desktop computer upgrades & virus scans.

PROFESSIONAL, RELIABLE, BONDED, INSURED

Licenced & Insured

250-826-2599

MOVING

LAWN & GARDEN

REMODELING

Joe’s Moving Service

$$ START EARLY & SAVE $$

“The Professionals” Local/long distance Storage Available No job too small Free Estimates Call Joe Anytime 250-470-8194

Excavator & Bobcat Service, Sewer Hookups, Underground Utilities, Footing, Backﬁlling, Basements, Driveways, Landscaping, Retaining Walls, Rubber Track Excavator w/ blade. Estimates, Fully Insured. Kory 250-451-9095 Cell: 250-869-9125 Serving Kelowna, Westside, Lk Country

REMODELING

call 250-808-0895

• • • •

KRENNYS EXCAVATING

ELECTRICAL

HEATING & A/C • Heat Pumps Over 30 Years • Fireplaces Experience • Furnaces Serving the • Repair Okanagan Valley • Install • Sales 250-681-3869

All types of demolition. Locally owned & operated. FREE ESTIMATES

ROOFING

Free estimates, senior discounts, member of B.B.B. Fully insured, WCB coverage. All types of shingle rooﬁng & torch on rooﬁng systems. ‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’

•Renovations •New construction •Plumbing Service & Repairs •H/W tank replacement • Furnace Service & Installs • Gas f/p Service and Installs Bonded & Insured

EXCAVATING

Don’t call anyone about yardcare until you speak to Ryan @ VANTAGE POINT. We guarantee to keep scheduled appointments.

250-469-1288

Call Barry

ellermade W Additions, Renovations Sun-decks, Bsmt. suites, etc. Call Dave @ 250-768-2202 or 250-878-6967

(250)

826-5627 (jobs)

ESTIMATES ARE ALWAYS FREE!

ELECTRICAL & RENO’S Chipster’s

Electrical & Renovations Allan Hoce, General Contractor

(250)826-0091 aghoce@telus.net

Alan 250-808-6595 (lic. #102788)

COMMERCIAL, RESTAURANT CLEANING, INDUSTRIAL, STRATA & FLOOR WORK Excellent References OFFICE: (250)764-9552

FAX: (250)764-9553 CELL: (250)868-7224

CALL 250-763-7114 TO BOOK YOUR SPOT TODAY

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Misc Services CHEAP TELEPHONE RECONNECT! Low rates, fast connections, reliable service. Internet & long distance offered. Ask about holiday discounts! Call now - Phone Factory Reconnect. 1-877-336-2274 www.phonefactory.ca

Moving & Storage

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AAA Best Rates Moving $59?. “Why Pay More” Short/Long Distance. Free Est. Res/Comm, 861-3400 DAN-MEL MOVING. 16’’ One ton 7x12 Trailer. Local/Long Haul. Bonded/Insured. Dan 215-0147/250-766-1282. FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance throughout 2009. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687 JOE’S MOVING.reasble rates, fully equip’d trucks, local-long dist, no job too small.470-8194 NORTH END Moving Services Local/Long Distance welcome, Vancouver Special? Free Estimates 250-470-9498

Painting & Decorating 0 TIME To Paint. Best rates Seniors Discount, Call G. Hunter Painting 250-317-5995 100% A-1 Satisfaction! RICKS PAINTING. $399. 3 room Special. Call Rick 250-863-2302 100% AFFORDABLE Painting Exp, quality. Int Paint/ceilings. Winter Specials. Terry 863-9830 or 768-1098 1ST. In customer service, Cando Painting, prof. reliable crew, 15yrs. in business, Int/Ext. Eddie 250-863-3449 4 FAMILY Owned since 1974. NOW MY SON and DAUGHTER ARE LEARNING THE TRADE. 29 YEAR Tradesman Painter. Reasonable rates, insured, references. FREE estimates and Advice. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. Ken (250)717-7569 idealhomepainting@shaw.ca

DALE’S PAINTING Service. Painting Kelowna a better place since 1982, 862-9333 DL Decor & Painting. Trained with over 30yrs. ex. Int. & Ext. Projects, 250-308-4380

Plumbing

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ XCEL PLUMBING, Irrigation,

Gas Fitting and drain cleaning. Comm/res and reno’’s. Service & hot water tanks. 575-3839 DREGER Mechanical 20yrs exp. Plumbing, Gasfitting, Repairs, Reno’’s. 24hr. 575-5878.

KOSKI Plumbing-Heating Gas Fitting Reno’s Res. Bonded/Insured Troy @ 718-0209

Rooﬁng & Skylights

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Rubbish Removal

Pets

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Beautiful Chocolate Lab puppies, 1st shots, 8wks old, view parent, $600. (250)547-2027 Havanese, Bichon, Shih-Tzu puppies; Litter trained, 1st shots, great disposition. One year guarantee on any genetic defect. Best price guaranteed. Call 250-804-9924 PUREBRED Grmn Rotty pups. Mom CKC reg., Great disposition.$800ea. 250-859-7419 Yorkie X pups & Schnauzer pups. $500 & up. Phone 250-547-6698 for pics & info.

LARRY’S LITTLE DUMPER We haul little loads of anything, landscaping materials, & Junk to the dump Call 250-718-1114 ✔✔✔ THAT GUY & His Work Truck LTD. Junk Removal & Bin Rentals 10,15 & 20 yard Bins. We haul EVERYTHING

Home or Jobsite, Renovations Cheapest rates in the Valley www.thatguysworktruck.com

250-575-5383 BOB’S ONE TON. Clean-up, 25yrs satisfied customers. 765-2789, 861-0303 pgr DIGGINOLES N SHIFTINSTUFF. Pickup & delivery service. Rubbish & recycling removed. Landscape, building supplies & Hay delivered, small equipment transferred. 1ton pickup, 14ft Dump trailer & 20ft Flat bed trailer. Yes we work weekends!! For quality work at reasonable rates, phone Ian 250-864-2339 SMALL Hauls. Truck for hire. Rubbish, Small Moves, Boat Hauling 250-864-0696 Reza

Snowclearing TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATING Snow plowing, sanding, comm snow blower. Ins’d. 979-8033

Sound / DVD / TV KelSTAR Satellite - Parts / Install - All Provider Big or Small - The Best Rates - FTA Experts Call 778-478-1854 - kelstar.zxq.net

We’re on the net at www.bcclassiﬁed.com Stucco/Siding ENKARTA Stucco & Repair. Big or small, we do them all. Free estimates. 250-769-0684

Tiling TILE’S MASTER. Baths, kit. reno’’s, fireplace. Best Price. Free Est. Joe 250-859-7026

Tree Services 1-1 All Exterior Hedge & Tree Service. All types of pruning & removing. Insured. Call Dave 250-212-1716. NOW is the best time to prune or remove fruit trees or elms, Blue Jay Lawn Care 575-4574 TREE Removal for Bug Kill & Dead trees. Avoid FIRES etc. Call Manny 250-766-6655

Equestrian BIG M SADDLES AND TACK 5765 Falkland Rd. (behind pub) Falkland Feb. 10% off sale! Every item in store. Aussie saddles, pads, girth and saddle bags. English & western saddles and headstalls. Gypsy, pony and full size driving harness. Leather and show halters Winter and stable blankets and much more. www.bigmtack.com Ph. 250 379-2078

RYDER ROOFING LTD. Free est, senior discounts, member of BBB, fully ins’d, WCB coverage. All types of shingle roofing & torch on roofing systems. ‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’ Call 250-765-3191 TEAM GERMAN MASTER ROOFER Experienced in all kinds of roofing. New, Reroof & Repair. European Quality 2 yrs. Warranty. Call Steffen C#: 863-8224 W#:778-754-1015 Master & Visa cards welcome

Feeder hay. Round bales $160 ton. Delivery available. 250-838-6630. *HAY SALES GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.

Rubbish Removal

Feed & Hay

• RUBBISH • JUNK • GARBAGE We’ll remove anything! Insured • W.C.B. •Bin Rentals •Tree Chipping ‘#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

250-808-0733 SKYHIGH DISPOSAL Full Service Junk Removal & Bin Rentals.

Ltd.

250-718-4548 Pet Services DOGWORKS. Specializing in Puppy Kindergarten, also ClickerSmart dog classes. Priv. lesson also avail. Certified Prof. Trainer250-317-1288

Pets 7mo male Mini-Daschund, vet checked, 1st 2-boosters. $400. 250-542-6337, 250-306-1215.

Antiques / Vintage Antiques from England, just in. Wardrobes, sideboards, corner cabinets, bdrm suites, tables, hall stands.... Great cond, selection, prices. Penticton Antiques, 455 Main St 250-493-2592 ANTIQUE walnut buffet & china cabinet. Good condition. Both for $600. 778-478-7816 Jardin’s Estate Jewelry and Antiques is OPEN! Mon-Sat, 10-5, 5221 Hwy 97, Okanagan Falls, 250-497-6733 OLYMPIC Hockey Gold, Britain beats Canada 1936 Olympic 2 vol. photo album, German text best offer. 860-2938

Appliances KENMORE Even Heat Clothes Dryer, like new, $150.obo. 250-764-1139 Re-Conditioned Coin Operated Washer/Dryer Sets. Call 250-260-0394.

Building Supplies Building New Home/Cottage? Factory Direct Prefabricated Systems Inventory liquidation. Save 50%++ While they last. Green-R-Panel 100’s of Dreams Delivered to Happy Families. 1-800-871-7089. sacrifice from $9,975.!!!!! EXTERIOR sidings: board & batten, channel, bevel, log cabin. Dry. T&G; fir, cedar & pine (1x4 1x6). Fencing; fir & cedar. Latice panels. Timbers & beams. Lumber for garden boxes, retaining walls, hobby wood. 2202 Hwy 97. 250-546-6038 WHARE House sale, exotic bamboo hardwoods, Oak and maple engineered plank flooring, only high end products, 25 year warranty. you will no find these prices in stores. call 250-814-9663 or email sales@ rockymountainflooring.com

Farm Equipment 2006 Kabota 3030 hst, 30 hp, 4 wheel drive, loader, full cab, w/ac, rear blade,72” grass cutter.$24,500. 250-547-8993.

Food Products Naturally grown, governt inspected, grain fed Beef. $2.65/lb. CWF 250-546-6494.

Free Items GAS Cook top, white, 36”, 250-766-3741 LG. Dbl. Porcelin Cast Iron kit. sink, complete w/faucet & garborator 250-766-3741 LG. Wooden Desk 20”x70, 3 drawers on ea. side, light oak color, 250-491-1904 WINE Bottles, several cases & 2 1998 Ford Windstar seats. 250-763-3315

Fruit & Vegetables MANY Varieties of Apples for sale thru-out the winter. Call Graziano Orchards. 3455 Rose Road. (250)860-2644. RED & Golden Delicious Spartens, Walnuts, 8 month old live roosters.250-768-2269

Firewood/Fuel

✔ ✔ ✔ DRY FIR FIREWOOD CUT,

SPLIT & DELIVERED. $150. HEAPING 3/4 TON TRUCK LOAD (A CORD) SEASONED. 250-317-4003

Furniture

✔ ✔ ✔ BLACK LEATHER COUCH

and loveseat. Phenomenal condition, no tears. Sleek, modern design. $950. 250-869-7362, 250-808-3614 or 778-478-7769

Furniture

Musical Instruments

Houses For Sale

6PC Cherry sleigh bdrm set. Queen bed, dresser, mirror, chest, 2 night stands. New!! Still boxed. Worth $5000, Sell $1695 Can deliver. call 1250-550-6648, 250-550-6647 BRAND new Sectional couch with ottoman, microfiber (2 colors to choose from) $899 call 1-250-550-6647 PINE diningroom set, hutch, table & 6chairs, kitchen table, 4chairs, bedroom set, dresser & 2 end tables, like new, legal size file cabinet, misc household furnishings. 250-765-7976

PIANOS Warehouse Sale @ Moir Pianos. STEINWAY, HEINTZMAN, YAMAHA and more !! Priced to Sell !! Call Richard @ 764-8800

******* 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 4BD, 2bth clean & spacious home. New furnace, windows, many updates, loads of prking. $359,900. MLS Charlene Bertrand, Coldwell Banker, 250-870-1870 CUTE 4Bd. w/2 full baths, new windows, furnace & hotwater heater, could be easily suited, on bus rte. Treed yard. MLS $329,900. Betsy Price REMAX Kelowna 250-212-5520, Executive Home. Stunning Views. By Owner for 30 days, then being listed with Realtor. 5 bdrm, 3 bath, private location, w/o basement suite, fully reno’d, new roof. You’ve gotta see this place! www.okhomeseller.com #26198 or call to see photos or view. $849,900 Kevin 250-868-7680 MORTGAGES LOW RATES. 5YR. 3.89% VARIABLE 2.05% Trish at 250-470-8324 MUST SELL. Fixer Uppers, Foreclosures & Distress sales. Free list MacDonald Rlty KelownaDistressSale.info NEW Homes in Sol Terra Ranch! Full basement, double garage, loads of upgrades & zoned for a secondary suite! Homes starting from $200,000 ! Sol Terra office now open. Visit our show homes now or call Lake Country Modular, located next to the SRI Winfield factory. Call 1-866-766-2214. www.LCMhomes.com 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.

Hobbies & Crafts LG. HO Model Railroad, incl. track, rolling stock, structures $500. 250-766-4579

Jewels, Furs BRAND New, 1 of a kind, Robin Jillian Wedding gown, size 9/10, pd. $1300.+, sell for 1/2 price, 250-768-4002 I Want to buy your unwanted GOLD & SILVER & COINS! Local Collector looking for Gold & Silver & Coins. Up to 95% of spot. Local Buyer 250-300-6622 SANDBERG Jewellers is now buying used gold and diamonds, top dollar paid. 250-762-4472, 250-575-8393

Medical Supplies MOBILITY Scooters & power chairs, new & used. Shoprider Dealer now located in Natural Rezources, 525 Bernard. 250-764-7757 okmobility.ca

Misc. for Sale 2 OLYMPIC GOLD MEDAL HOCKEY TICKETS at GM Place Feb. 28, 9 rows from ice. $4000 obo. 250-308-6263 A Free Telephone Service. Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’’t Sweat It.No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Toll-Free 1-866-884-7464 BOOK PRINTING & BINDING Download FREE Book: (7 Secrets to Printing, Marketing & Selling Your Book Fast) From www.lakecityprinters.com. Call Dexter at 250-260-1970 for printing & binding your book or email: lakecityprinters@telus.net

COMPLETE Home Reverse Osmosis System. New in pkg. $3000obo. 250-807-2627 DO YOU NEED LARGE AMOUNTS OF FREE FILL? no trucking charge 250-307-3839 Dacron Enterprises LTD. FAR-INFRARED SAUNAS: Demo Blowout Models starting at $599. FREE Shipping, setup. FREE Trials. Showroom 1-888-239-9999 Kelowna. www.SOLARUSsauna.com Lifetime Collector seeks old Antique fishing reels & tackle... Anything Fishy! All quality items bought with cash! Please call Craig (250)542-8405, 250-308-8697 LOTS of furn. & many other items, too numerous to mention. 250-718-8866, 860-9115 NEW Norwood SAWMILLS LumberMate-Pro handles logs 34” in Diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cycle-sawing increases efficiency up to 40% www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT - FREE information: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT Pioneer Eclipse propane burnisher mod# MM21K3CSF low hrs $2000obo 1-800-950-1337 SHARED OWNERSHIP late model 40’-60’ cruising yachts moored on Vancouver Island & Lower mainland, Sail & Power. Professionally maintained. 6 0 4 - 6 6 9 - 2 2 4 8 . www.one4yacht.com STEEL BUILDING SALE! Less than WOOD. Less than CANVAS. Various sizes and shapes. Canadian Manufacturer Direct. For the BEST AND LOWEST call Pioneer Steel Manufacturers. 1-800-668-5422

Misc. Wanted CASH Paid for quality used books, Pandosy Books, 1889 Springfield Rd. 250-861-4995

Musical Instruments PIANO Organ, Gulbranson C100 , with stool, ex. cond. 250-860-0715, 250-860-9649

Sporting Goods RUSSIAN SKS’’s - top choice, new shipment, cleaned, oiled & inspected, $299. Ammo 1120 RDS-Case $195. 12 ga shotgun ammo & clay targets $99. Quality Firearms bought & sold. GLOCK stocking dealer. Weber & Markin, The Okanagans Professional Gunsmiths. 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kelowna, (250)762-7575

Stereo / DVD / TV PANASONIC 27” TV, incl. Toshiba DVD player, $100./both. or obo. 250-766-3741

$100 & Under 4 235/75R15 All Season tires, $85. 250-717-0581 CHILD Computer Chair, $20. 250-717-0581 LOVELY 6’ wall unit w.glass doors. Fits TV. $60. Call 250-868-0436 PANASONIC 27” TV, incl. Toshiba DVD player, $100./both. or obo. 250-766-3741 QUEEN Mattress & box spring, frame & headboard, good cond. $100. 861-3995 SPEED Queen Dryer, $50 obo. 250-717-0581

$200 & Under COMPUTER System, WIN XP, Internet ready, excellent condition, $200. 869-2363 Kel TOSHIBA 36” TV with pic on pic, blk stand w/glass doors, DVD player, $150. 768-1100.

$300 & Under COMPUTER LAPTOP, WIN XP, internet, excellent condition, $300. 250-869-2363 (Kel) SANYO 30” WdScrn HDTV. Integrated dig tuner w/remote & man., $300. 250-768-7229

$400 & Under BEAM Central Vac., new hose & attachments. $379 no tax. Call 250-762-3468 LOVELY Pillowtop King size bed, $325. Call 250-868-0436

Acreage for Sale 4.9 acre hobby farm in Lumby w/barn, outbuildings, large insulated workshop, 4bdrm, 3bath house mostly renovated incl.fir flooring, slate tile, new kitchen. Asking $489,000 250-558-9601 to view READY to build on this 3 acres in Whitevale area, Lumby. Flat, few trees, drilled well. Gas/hydro to driveway. Price $245,000 GST.obo. 250-547-6932. Texas U.S.A Best Buy own your own 20 acre ranch in booming West Texas only $495 per acre $99.00 per month no credit check call 1-800-875-6568

Apt/Condos for Sale BEAUTIFULLY finished, superb view, 2bd, 2bth, hot pool, excercise rm, secure prking & strge, 50+, smoke free. Call 250-765-4423 Condo in newer Lake Country development, 2bdrm, 2bath 842 sq.ft 6appl, Pool, Gym, Hottub, Lounge Move in Now $269,900 and save the GST Contact 250-550-0399 CONDOS. 1bd: $110k-$149k. 2bd: $185k-$245k. Central. Nice. 250-718-8866, 860-9115 LARGE, spacious, bright corner unit, 2 bdr, 2 bath condo in Glenmore. 6 appl, u/g parking, gas f/p & more. $298,800. 250-868-0312

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THUNDERBIRD/EVERGREEN APTS. 435/395 Franklyn Road, Kelowna. 1 and 2 bedroom suites, 3-appliances, AC, drapes, walk-in storage, underground secure parking, hot water included, Laundry facilities on site. Close to excellent shopping, major bus routes (excellent bus service to all campuses, Orchard Park Mall & downtown), theaters, medical facilities & restaurants. Rental incentives offered to qualiďŹ ed applicants. Call 250-762-5932 for appointment to view.

2BD, Avail. 272 Asher Clean, 2bth, kit, familyrm, sundeck, carport, lndry, close to Coopers. $1100. +utils. 864-6031 2bd in Winfield. Panoramic lakeview, 1.5bth, 5appl, avail Feb 1., CA, NS, NP, Nchildren, $1100mo incl utils. Call 250-766-1834 2BD Main flr., deck w/lakeview, 1.5ba, laundry rm, grge, 6appl., ac, ns, np, no children, $1200.incl. utils/cbl/int. Avail now, 250-766-1834 2BDRM Rutland Townhouse 1000sqft, large yard, DW, WD, FS, $900. 250-450-9761 2-BEDROOM, 5-Appliances, Garage, Pet OK, $1000 OR 3Bedroom, 2-Baths, 5-Appliances, Fireplace, Deck, Carport, $1250. 250-860-1961 Register Online www.homefinders.ca 3/4BDRM, WinďŹ eld area, $1550+utils. NO PETS. Avail now. Overlooks Wood Lake on East side. Close to schools. Call 250-869-9788 or 250-491-3345 3BD Home, 1bth, on orchard, S.E. Kelowna $1600+utils. March 1. Horse pasture. Call 250-317-5871 3BDRM GLENROSA Area. $1575mo+utils. Available now. NO PETS. 250-8699788 or 250-491-3345 3BD, Winfield Home, no bsmt, 6appl, AC, deck, Avail now. NS, NP, $1250., utils. 250-766-3395 Home 4BD, 2ba, Duplex w/2bd. suite, share/inlaws/friends, $1695. 250-860-6995 $500 move in allowance, large 4bd house + bonus rm, 1.5bth, lrg deck, FS, DW, micro, CA, ug sprinklers, shrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d lndry, priv yard, quiet street. NS, NP. $1695 incl utils. 1-250-3713382 or 250-317-5122 7BD. Huge Home in Rutland w/4bdrm. self-cont. ste. 2lg. decks. all appl., 2car grge., Avail. Feb. 1, $2700. 870-7172 A Kal Lake home, Feb 1.-June 30/10. $1150 + utils.Furnished, 3bdrm, 2 baths, ample parking. Ideal for retired or prof couple. N/s. No cats. botter ill@shaw.ca 250-545-9528 AVAIL now, immaculate, 2bdrm rancher, sunroom/den, all appl. gas f/p, ac, lrg.lot, single garage, newer paint & flooring, located on Westside of Kelowna in Fintry a rural lake community, 35mins to either downtown Kelowna or downtown Vernon. $1200/mo. R.R. Leanne 250-542-3457, email kristip@telus.net NEWLY avail. Bright, spacious newer 2bd, 2 full bath home close to DT. Walk from beach, park & hiking, large & open. A true delight and a must see. $1345. 250-707-3362 RUTLAND 3bd. $1350. 1.5bth, natural gas, shrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d lndry, bi vac, covâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d deck. 250-215-1182 SPECTACULAR Lakeview. Casa Loma, 4bd exec rancher. Hrwd/granite. 5mins to DT. $2100. 250-769-9091 WHY Rent When You Can Own? Pymts As Low As You Have Now! Good Credit? Steady Job? See how easy it is! M. Gidden, MacDonald Rlty kelownafirsttimebuyers.com

Acreage SHUSWAP RIVER FRONT 11.3 acres w/shop. $400,000. 1985 house on 22.5 acres. $800.000. 15.9 acres. $400,000. Water and services. 250-838-7660.

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1BD +den, pool view, bright, waterfrt., grt. DT loc., gym, $1150. utils. incl. 859-1300 1BD. Lg. condo DT Kel., FS, WD, DW, AC. cvrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. prkng., $850mo.Calvin,250-878-8650 1BD, New, golf comm. in Quail, wd insuite, pool/ht/gym, Avail. Immed., ns, $900.mo 250-864-6273, 250-878-4343

1BD or 2bd, avail immed. Quiet, secured, updated building located in DT area. Walking dist to shopping. Cultural District, Waterfront Park, bus route. Incl FS, DW. Building amenities include beautiful landscaped courtyard, laundry room & covered secure prking. Price starts at $800. Ask about signing bonus avail for Feb/Mar. Contact Jagoda for more info at 250-762-0571 1st MONTH FREE - 1 BDRM: Spectacular lakeviews. Award winning gardens. 1/2 blk to Gyro beach, bus & Mission Park shops. Indoor pool, hot tub & fitness center. $862-$960. No pets. 3195 Walnut. 250-762-3455 www.thepalisade.ca 1st MONTH FREE - 2 BDRM: Spectacular lakeviews. Award winning gardens. 1/2 blk to Gyro beach, bus & Mission Park shops. Indoor pool, hot tub & fitness center. $940-$975. No pets. 3195 Walnut. 250-762-3455 www.thepalisade.ca 1st MONTH FREE - BACH: Top floor, DW, W/D hook-ups. Spectacular lakeviews. Award winning gardens. 1/2 blk to Gyro beach, bus & Mission Park shops. Indoor pool, hot tub & fitness center. $845. No pets. 3195 Walnut. 250-762-3455 www.thepalisade.ca 2BD. 1.5ba. Avail. Now, cls. to Costco, on bus rte., np, $850.mo 250-717-5863 2BD, full lower flr of house, Westbank, new renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, carpet & paint, lrg priv fncâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d yard. $775. Gary, 250-768-4383 2BD, Newly Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d., Avail. immed. $875. incl. f/s, w/d, balcony, gr. loc. 250-763-4171 2BD, Nice loc., mins. fr. CNC Ctr., shops/lake f/s, dw, w/d, ac, crnr. unit, $1250.mo. Avail. Mar/Apr. 1, 250-491-1853 2 BDRM, $975 hydro, f/s, NO PETS, on Rutland Rd. South, Belgo Area, on bus route, Avail. now. 491-3345 or 869-9788 (Cell) 2bd Waterscapes Condo DT. Lake, city & ridge view. $1400. Call 250-862-6976 or email t_rippel@hotmail.com Avail Imm. Newer 2bdrm, 2bath condo. Lake Country NS/NP, close to amenities, bus route, 6appl, 1 u/g parking & storage. Gym, Pool, Hottub, Lounge. $1075. 250-550-0399 In Madison Kelownasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; New West and best upscale downtown.1bd+den.1130sqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;+500sqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; terrace. $1450. 250-869-1850 LG. 2BD Vacation condo @ Delta Grand Kelowna, BC, 7ngts. Sun. Mar. 14 to Sun. Mar. 21/10, $150.ngt. $200. Deposit @ 250-491-1271, 250-859-0281, 250-862-3088 RENT or RENT TO OWN: Asher Pl. 1100sf. 2bd, 2ba, f/p, 6appls., u/g prkg., gym, theatre, storage locker, quest suite, ns, np, $1100/mo. +utils Avail. Mar. 1, 250-712-0095 THE WESTWYND POINT APARTMENTS Behind Orchard Park Mall, adult oriented, NS, NP. 1bd, 1bth from $745, 2bd, 2bth, $995, Studio incl. utils. $625. Please call for appointment 868-3432 or 470-8026

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Duplex / 4 Plex 1/2 Month Rent FREE, 4bd. N. Rutland, 2ba., ac, 6appl, garage, close to parks, schools & UBCO, ns, pets neg., $1450. +utils. 765-9339 or 718-2007 1BD. Lower unit in 4plex, in N. Glenmore, ns, np, Avail. Mar. 1st, 5 appl., priv. ent./patio, $800. For info 250-212-2603 1BD near KLO college, suitable for working couple. NP, refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 4appl, $975 utils incl. March 1. DD. 250-861-9013 2BD. 2 lvg.rms., 1ba, WBank, $1000.mo+dd. & hydro, ns, np, Avail. immed, 250-864-4255 2BD W Kel, Avail Mar 1. total reno, new appl, WD, cls. to all, prkg, NS, NP. $850 +utils. 250-767-6330 2BED. Mainflr in 4plex near OUC (KLO) FS, WD, AC, NP, NS, $950+utils. Newly renovated w/carpet. 250-717-3407 3251 E. Kelowna Rd. 4plex. 2bd, 1bth, AC, $950 incl all. 3 units avail now. 250-808-7447 3BD, 2ba, upper unit in 4/plex, nr. hosp. & OK Coll. Bright, spacious. f/s, dw, w/d, ac, storage shed, 1300sf, Avail. Mar. 1st $1500/mo. incl. utils. ns, ns, dd, refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. 250-868-1983, 250-764-7711 3BD., 2 ba. w/garage. 624 Francis Ave. Avail Immed., NP, $1400 incl.utils. 764-3159, $875.MO 2BD. Adult Only 4plex, Saucier Ave. near downtown. Lrg, attractive, sundeck. Quiet, employed person/couple pref. Consider university student(s), No Dogs. March 1st. 250-764-2542

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Mobile Homes & Pads 2BD. In 55+ prk., $675.mo. +utils. Mission, Option to Buy! 860-2863day & 763-2561eves MOBILE Home for rent. Westside. $650 +utils. NP. 250-768-5080, 250-717-1033

Homes for Rent 1BD Cottage, very quiet, in park-like setting along Mission Crk. KLO area, sing. prof. pref. 1 person only, ns, ndogs, cat?, $725.mo. +pwr., 250-762-6627 1BD house on 4.5acres. Approx 750-800sqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Good view, 10mon from airport & UBC. Single person pref. NS, ND. Outside pets only. Unfurnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, FS incl, DD, refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. $750 incl water & cbl, utils extra. You can even bring a horse or 2, self-board, $125/month ea, shelters, room to store 500 bales of hay. Reply to box 289 c/o Capital News. 1BDRM home, pleasant location, Vernon, ns/np, w/d, f/p $750. avail now 250-542-9154 1st MONTH FREE - 4 BDRM 1.5 BATH: Hardwood flrs, FP, 5 appls, carport, fenced yard. 1/2 blk to beach, bus & Mission Park shops. Pet OK. $1595+utils. 3082 Meikle. 250-762-3455 2.5BD, Mission. np/ns/nd. Mature couple/retired. $1200/mo +util. refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. LM (250)764-1237

OfďŹ ce/Retail AVAIL Immed. 625sqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; office/retail space, grnd flr/street access. DT banking district. Priv washroom & 1 prking. Agatha, 250-769-7281 HWY 97 North, 1800sqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of retail, 2100sqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of Office/Retail for lease. Rutland area 250-7653295, 250-860-5239

Rooms for Rent 2RMS. Furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, $600 & $500, Sep. bthrms., utils incl., pool, tennis, np, npty, 250-258-3438 CLEAN Furn. rooms/suites DT Kel W/D utils incl $475+/mo, Quiet Male, 250-861-5757 FURNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;D. Shrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d kit, lvrm, full bth, near bus, utils, cbl, int incl. $450. DD & refs. 778-436-8219

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on the net at www.bcclassiďŹ ed.com ROOM avail for rent. Clean, quiet area, great for student. $395. 250-451-9045 UNFURNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;D. Shrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d kit, lvrm, full bth, near bus, utils, cbl, int incl. $475. DD & refs. 778-436-8219 VALLEYVIEW Fully furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. rm. util/cbl/kit incl. nr. bus/shops, Rutland $550. 250-868-9811

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Retirement Suites Available! 250-860-1064 Shared Accommodation 1BD. In 2bd. apt. to share w/male, furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d., across from college, 993 KLO Rd. $450. +1/2 utils. cbl/tv/int/wd/dw, 250-718-4562 call for details. ROOMMATE to share house in north end. Cbl/int in lg. unfurnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. rm. responsible ns, $500. utils incl. 860-5787

Suites, Lower 1BD. 1 Full ba. share w/d, ns, np, cls. to Costco, Mar. 1, $800. incl. utils. 250-448-5661 1BD. Avail. Mar.1 w/d, fs, $700. ns, np, mature working single, sep. ent. Bankhead area, 250-860-5226 1BD bsmt suite, Springfield area, NS, NP, utils incl, 5appl, priv ent, $750. Avail Feb 15/Mar 1. 250-861-7869 or 250-878-2511 1bd. new, bright, lge., priv. ent., 5appl. 1person, np, ns $790. Avail. now250-768-6728 1bdrm bsmnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t suite, Winfield, F/S, sep/entry, $800/mo + half deposit. util/incl. 250-558-3302 days, 250-275-1204 evenings 1 BDRM WO BSMT - UPPER MISSION $900 Utils with Sat/Can PPV + sep lndry. NS NP, single prof. 250-764-1117 1BD Walk-out. Lrg bright, AC, all utils & cbl incl. FP, shrd lndry. Feb 15th/Mrch1. $750. Glenrosa. 250-768-0248 1BD. W/O, Bright open, w/d, f/s, dw, full ba., fp, priv. patio, W-Kel., $790. 250-769-3599 1-BEDROOM, 5-Appliances, Fireplace, $790 Including Cable, Utilities & Internet OR 2-Bedroom, 4-Appliances, Fireplace, Patio, $800 250-860-1961 Register Online www.homefinders.ca 2BD above ground suite, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, FS, DW, micro., shrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;d lndry, CA, NP, NS, quiet area. Parking avail. $995/mo incl utils. 1-250-371-3382 or 250-317-5122 2BD bsmt suite, nice & clean, 5min to UBC, utils incl, $775. Call 250-766-1314 or 250-718-1975. 2BD bsmt suite, NS, NP, no parties, close to UBCO & bus stop. $950 incl utils. DD reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d 778-753-1356 2BD. Glenrosa, Sep. ent., lg. bright, dw, fs, wd, 2ba. $900. incl. util. Avail. now. 768-3890 2BD. HOSPITAL AREA. Nice level entry suite, lndry, priv ent, quiet person/couple. NS, NP. $850. 250-764-8854 2BD. Lg. bsmt. ste, bright, clean, ac, gas fp, lots of prkng, w/d, sep. ent., Springvalley area, Mar. 1, ns, np, $1000. incl. utils., 250-859-6791 2BD. Lg. legal ste., very clean, all utils. incl., gas fp, ac, share w/d, adults only, ns, np, nprtys, $1100. 250-769-0222

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Suites, Lower 2BD. Main flr., f/s, w/d, cls. to bus & DT, ns, np, quiet resp. tenant, $950. +utils. Mar. 1, 250-860-7694, 250-763-1222 2bd March 1. Glenrosa family home. Quiet working person/cpl only. Bus rte. NP, NP. $900 incl uitls. 250-768-3574 2bdm Winfield bsmt, priv ent., FS, NS, NP, avail NOW, $790 incl utils, DD. 250-766-3395 2bd, quiet area, close to schools, NP. Glenmore area. 250-717-3010, 250-469-2322 2BD suite for rent, Rutland area. NP, NS. Call 250-717-7529 3BD. Avail. Mar. 1, $850. +1/2 utils., 250-763-6886 or 250-870-1006 3BD. Newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d., DT/Mission, 2blks. fr. beach, w/d, f/s, ns, Feb. 15/Mar. 1st, $1200. + 1/2 utils. 250-300-9675 3BD. W-Bank, newly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, sep. ent., wd, f/s, gas fp, ns, cat?, quiet, mature persons, Mar1, $1100.incl.util 212-5209 BACHELOR. 6appl, bright, lak eview. Prtly furnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Priv ent. $650+shrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d utils 250-769-7109 LRG 1bd bsmt suite, 1/2blk to beach/hospital. FS, WD, lrg yard, sep ent, utils incl. $900. 250-868-8874. LRG 3BD bsmt suite, avail now, DT. Lndry, AC, NS, NP, close to school & hospital, $1200 utils incl. 250-878-7199 RUTLAND, like new 2bd suite, sep lndry, NS, NP, March 1. $850. 250-765-3002/863-5616 WESTSIDE 1bd suite walkout w/patio, WD, utils incl, NS, NP, quiet single person, March 1. $700. 250-769-2139 WESTSIDE lrg 1bd + fireplace, $800+utils. Also Westside 2bd+den w/o, $900+utils. Close to all amens. 250-869-5500, 250-469-1566

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2000 VW Jetta TDi, exc cond, 214K, 5spd, ac, 4.5L/100K. Extras. $7950. 250-717-3110 2003 Hyundai Tiburon SE, 4cyl 5spd, silver, very good cond. $5500. 250-308-2225. 2006 HHR LT. 4cyl. auto, 42mpg., loaded, very good cond. $7700.obo. 212-8968 2008 VW EOS; full load; convertible; 38,000km; comes with full set of mounted winter tires. To arrange for viewing please call Associated bailiffs at 250-860-3132 Estate! 1979 Mercury Cougar HT, great cond. 1-family, Must sell. Offers! 250-542-7702 NEED A VEHICLE? Need cash? Up to $10,000 cash back! Guaranteed approvals! Over 400 vehicles to choose from. Call Will or Ashley today! 1-888-289-8935 REDUCED $2499. 1999 Pontiac Firefly Suzuki 4dr auto, BC owned, 148,860k, $1000 service bills 2008, 45 Hwy Mile/ga. 250-979-2027

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