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City makes fee hike Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

The City of Kelowna will raise the cost of garbage collection for its residents and user fees at the Glenmore Landfill over the next two years to help pay for future capital improvements at the facility. The city says the proposed 11.5 per cent increase over the next two years is part of a longterm strategy aimed at ensuring the financial viability of the landfill. The city spends $15 million per year on solid waste operations and processes 200,000 tonnes of waste from the entire region each year. The increases, affecting both curbside pick-up of garbage in the city and loads taken to the landfill, will see curbside pick-up rates jump to $187.92 in 2012 and $197.20 in 2013 from the current $176.82. Loads taken directly to the landfill by individuals will increase to $8 per load in 2012 and to $10 per load in 2013 from the current rate of $6 per load. Yard waste loads unSee Hikes A6

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Reaching out to help young bike theft victim Kathy Michaels STAFF REPORTER

Clutching the handlebars of his new ride, 11year-old Lucas finally saw the bright side of what has otherwise been a traumatic summer break. “I am really happy for getting a brand new bike —I’m really thankful,”

said Lucas, beaming at the new BMX that was delivered to him Monday at the downtown RCMP detachment Monday, courtesy of Pat Rosen, owner of Kelowna Cycle. Rosen decided to donate the bike after catching last week’s news coverage of the harrowing assault Lucas endured.

“(One guy) tried to punch me, and beat me up, but I fought back and he didn’t get to hit me— then the other kid took my bike,” said Lucas, recalling the attack he experienced while walking with a few friends on a pathway between Gerstmar Road and Highway 33 on June 30.

“I was worried I was going to get really hurt.” While Lucas’s mother Donna said she’s proud her son stood up for himself against two older bullies, the assault and theft has left them both shaken. “We have enough violence out there, but when kids are doing this to other kids, it’s sad,” she said,

welling up with tears. It may be sad, but it’s also not unheard of, which is what prompted Rosen, who grew up in Rutland, to step up and give back to his community. “When I was 12 I had a paper route, and I had a confrontation with a man,” he said. “(He) put me in a

headlock and stole my money.” Memories of that incident, combined with the understanding of how important a bike can be to a young boy, prompted him to call the police and make an offer to the family, See Theft A6

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Pandosy social housing project now a reality Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

Born in controversy two years ago, a $10.1 million supportive housing project for women and children in South Pandosy is now being welcomed to the neighbour by area businesses, some of whom were vocal in their opposition to it before the project got started. NOW Canada’s Tutt Street Place, a 39-unit apartment building, was officially opened Friday after being in operation and housing 31 women and 29 children for a few months. According to NOW Canada’s Liz Talbott, the welcome the facility has received from the neighbourhood has been very good and two area businesses, Kelowna Cycle and Tutt Street Optometry, have even held fundraisers for it. “We actually have a very good relationship with our neighbours,” said Talbott during the ribbon cutting ceremony. It was the only reference to the rocky start the project endured. Tutt Street Place provides shelter for women and their children who are in need and are homeless. In addition to the apartments it provides, there are also laundry facilities for residents, a playground for kids and resources for their mothers. The facility is located close to an elementary school, shops and is on a public transportation route. Talbott said Tutt Street Place gives its residents just what they need to help turn their lives around. “It gives them opportunity. It gives them life. It gives them a home,” she said. Funded by the federal and provincial governments and the city, the facility is the second of four supportive housing developments in Kelowna paid for under an agreement between Ottawa and Victoria. The first was the Cardington Apartments downtown—another facility that area businesses protested against before it was built. The second was Willowbridge, a facility operated by Canadian Mental Health at Highway 97 and Pandosy Street. The fourth will be a similar facility to be operated by the John Howard Society in Rutland. That facility, New Gate Apartments, is under construction and expected to be complete in 2012. “Kelowna, like many cities in our province, is facing the challenge of homelessness head on,” said Kelowna Mayor Sharon Shepherd, talking about the projects. “I’m so pleased to see Tutt Street Place open and already helping some of the most vulnerable citizens of our city. It’s only when all partners work together that we can make a difference in the community.” The city provided the land, a former parking lot, for the project. Two years ago, many in the area, including many business owners, protested against locating the facility where it is in South Pandosy, saying the parking lot it replaced was needed in the area and that the facility would not be a good fit for the neighbourhood. But on Friday those protests seemed like a distant memory. There was no talk of the opposition to Tutt Street Place and no sign of the ill feelings that were voiced in 2009. awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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KELOWNA-MISSION Liberal MLA and provincial cabinet minister Steve Thomson at the podium during the official opening ceremonies for Tutt Street Place supportive housing project for women and children located in the South Pandosy business district.

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Election machine already gearing up Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

Additional advanced polls, testing a new-style voting machine and use of more social media are among the new quirks in store for Kelowna voters and candidates in the upcoming civic election. Historically, civic elections attract a small number of voters and the city has been searching for ways to change that, said Kelowna city clcrk Stephen Flemming. This year the city will also test a new voting machine that helps people with visual impairment cast ballots without the assistance of another person in the polling booth with them. The machine will be located at City Hall on

Kevin Craig election day and information about it will be advertised in advance. The city is working on a revamped communications plan to not only advertise the changes but also encourage more residents to come out and vote on Nov. 19. It will likely use social media to get the word out. “In 2008, I don’t think the city had a Twitter ac-

count,” said Flemming. During the last civic election, Kelowna increased the number of polling locations to 20 in a bid to make voting more accessible. But that move appeared to go nowhere as it did not result in a higher voter turnout. In fact, it was one of the lower turnouts in recent memory. But that move appeared to go nowhere as it did not result in a higher voter turnout. In fact, it was one of the lower turnouts in recent memory. Flemming said despite suggestions over the years to have polling stations in places where people regularly congregate, such as shopping centres, that has proved impossible. “The people at Orchard Park (Shopping

Centre) have respectfully declined to allow it,” he said. A new wrinkle added in 2008 that will be kept this year is the pre-election information meeting for candidates to educate them about the requirements and expectations should they be elected. But unlike three years ago, the date may be moved forward to present the same information to anyone considering a run for a council seat, not just the confirmed candidates. That meeting could be held either in late August or early September, said the city clerk. This year, election packages for would-be candidates will be available in early September and the deadline for filling will be Oct. 14.

Candidates then have a week to reconsider and pull out if they choose to do so. And once again, voters will be able to vote by mail. Despite the province publicly saying it was considering making municipal terms four years instead of the current three, no change has been made to the terms for this upcoming election. Many civic politicians, including some locals as well as the Union of B.C. Municipalities, opposes such a move. The UBCM, however, has supported a call to move civic elections back to October from November in future years but no decision has been made on that by Victoria. See Election A7

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Upgrade of deadly stretch of Hwy 97 now underway Chris Law CONTRIBUTOR

The local politicians responsible for securing funding for the highway realignment between Oyama and Winfield met last Friday afternoon at an official ground-breaking ceremony for the project. Local MP Ron Cannan and MLA Norm Letnick were joined by Lake Country Mayor James Baker at the Winfield end of the project where they gave a few words before turning the soil on the new highway. When the project is completed, drivers can look forward to a much less hazardous route. “With increased capacity, mobility, and reliability comes a more fundamental improvement—safety. Visitors and commuters alike will appreciate a much faster and safer drive,” said Letnick. He went on to give credit to his political predecessors, Al Horning and John

Weisbeck, who first brought the deadly stretch of highway to the attention of the B.C. Ministry of Transportation. Cannan said that the construction will create almost 250 jobs over the lifetime of the project. The cost of the highway is budgeted at $77.7 million. The province is paying for $44.3 million and the federal government is covering the remainder. Windley Contracting has the contract for the project with a completion date in the summer of 2013. The realignment will tie back into Highway 97 at Evans Road in Oyama and at Oceola Road in Winfield. Upon completion the existing highway along Wood Lake will be transferred from the ministry of transportation to the District of Lake Country. Preliminary planning discussions around the municipal council table suggest that the road will be turned into a pedestrian-friendly recreation corridor.

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LAKE COUNTRY Mayor Jim Baker (left) climbs aboard a large brand new construction truck that will be used in the construction of the Winfield-Oyama highway upgrade. Awaiting his arrival are (from left) Liberal MLAs Steve Thomson and Norm Letnick, and Conservative MP Ron Cannan.

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tasting in Vernon’s Polson Park, complete with spoken word artists providing the entertainment, on July 17—the new-look festival will include 26 other, smaller events during its 10-day run. According to Blair Baldwin, of the Okanagan Wine Festivals Society, there was growing demand from the wineries to expand the summer festival throughout the valley. So the move was made to relocate it with the four major events in the four centres and a host of smaller events in between, Baldwin said. “At this point we have no benchmark to go by, but we are pleased with ticket sales,” said Bald-

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Regional district says public can help ‘fight the bite’ Residents across three Okanagan regional districts will hear a lot about mosquitoes this summer. They’re being asked to help ‘fight the bite’ and reduce mosquito breeding habitat. The Central Okanagan, OkanaganSimilkameen and North Okanagan regional districts have combined their efforts on a summer long media campaign. Television and radio commercials and online ad links will provide information for residents on what they can do to protect against mosquitoes and West Nile Virus. Bruce Smith, spokesman for the Regional District of Central Okanagan, said the ministry of health has allocated $269,000 to help control the mosquito population. “We have been receiving grants for the past five years now to help reduce the potential health risk of the West Nile Virus,” Smith said. He said 300-plus identifed mosquito breeding sites will be treated and monitored by a mosquito control contractor, BWP Consulting Inc., along with the more than 11,000 roadside catch basins between Peachland and Lake Country. “The majority of those are in Kelowna,” Smith added. “But mosquitoes don’t know the boundaries between the regional districts and local governments.” Smith said the public can adopt many lifestyle initiatives to help nullify the mosquito impact this summer. That starts with removal of any standing water on their property in which mosquito larvae can breed. Mosquito larvae can also develop in birdbaths, wading pools or pet bowls, so water should be changed at

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PAT ROSEN (centre), owner of Kelowna Cycle, looks on as 11-year-old youth Lucas (left), joined by his mom Donna, tells the local media his story about how his BMX bike was stolen from him last week. Rosen presented Lucas with a new bike at the RCMP detachment on Monday after learning about his story last week. caught, said Const. Steve Holmes. “Sadly, this incident demonstrated that some people get an early start on their way to being not very nice people,” he said.

Anyone with information about Lucas’s missing black BMX, or the attack are asked to call the RCMP. kmichaels @kelownacapnews.com

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customers in the city and region • To plan for the financial viability of the landfill until the end of its service life • To provide a financial basis for benchmarking the efficiency of the Kelowna operation against other jurisdictions and in relation to its past performance. “Developing the long-term financial model showed that the overall operation is currently financially viable regarding all operating costs, including the routine capital associated with the internal road construction and landfill gas reclamation piping,” Cleveland said in his report. “Slight adjustments are needed, however, to balance the revenue with costs at the level of indi-

vidual services.” He said the former fee structure did not generate enough money to pay for planned capital expansion at the landfill over the next 20 years. That work could cost as much as $61 million. “The landfill is still in the developmental phase,” said Cleveland. “Two of the three fill areas have been developed. The first and smallest area is reaching capacity and will need to be closed soon.” He said the third, and largest, area will need to be developed for environmentally safe burial of garbage, beginning with the construction of a new entrance on the south side of the site within the next few years. The majority of the capital expenditures needed for future garbage buri-

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al operations will be paid for through tipping fees collected from both individuals and commercial contractors. “An adjustment to the tipping fee is needed,” said Cleveland. The new charges will affect 34,400 households in the city. Coun. Robert Hobson said it’s important, given that the landfill is a regional facility, that the region pay for its operation. Assured it was a financially self-sufficient facility, paid for by the tipping fees charged to all who use it, Hobson noted other areas in the region get a benefit and should help pay for future capital improvements. The city charges other municipalities a fee for dumping their garbage at its landfill.

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NEWS ▼ KELOWNA

Getting prepared for civic race Election from A3 Meanwhile, as the Capital News reported in May, if you are planning to run for a seat on Kelowna city council in November’s civic election, start making friends now. The number of nominator signatures required to file papers for the election is being increased to 25 from the current two. The change, which puts Kelowna in line with other area municipalities, is allowed under provincial rules governing civic elections. Victoria says municipalities can require up to 25 nominator signatures. But while the number of people required to sign a candidate’s papers is being increased, the amount of money required as the deposit candidates must pay to run is not going up. That amount is staying at $100. The deposit is returned to candidates who file financial disclosures following the election. There had been talk of increasing it given the large number of candidates who vie for the eight councillor positions every three years here. Coun. Kevin Craig, the newest and youngest member of Kelowna council, said while he supports the increase in the number of nominator signatures, he is against raising the deposit amount because that could be a financial barrier for some would-be candidates. “I love the fact that people (at the civic level) are elected on their individual merits,” said Craig, awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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Traffic, parking disrupted to accommodate the GranFondo A number of road closures will be in place for the GranFondo Kelowna mass participation cycling event on Saturday, July 16, beginning and ending at Celebration Plaza in Waterfront Park on Water Street. Transit service in

Glenmore will be affected until 2 p.m. on July 16. Beginning at 3 a.m. on Saturday, Water Street, from Cawston Avenue to Sunset Drive, will be closed to vehicle traffic to set up for the ride. Water Street, from

Doyle to Cawston will be closed Saturday from 3 to 8 a.m. Other rolling road closures will be in effect: • Eastbound Clement Avenue closed between Ellis Street and Clifton Road from 6:30 a.m. to 7:45

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a.m. • Southbound Clifton Road closed between Clement Avenue and High Road from 7 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. • Southbound Clifton Road closed again between High Road and Clement Avenue from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. • Westbound High Road closed between Clifton Road and Glenmore Road between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. • Northbound Glenmore Road closed from Summit Drive to north of city limits from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. • Southbound Glenmore Road will be closed from McKinley Road to the

City limit (northbound open) • Southbound Glenmore Road curb lane closed from Union Road to High Road from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Glenmore Road south of city limits to High Road; two-way traffic will be maintained. • Clement Avenue will be single lane between Clifton Road and Gordon Drive westbound from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. • Clement Avenue between Gordon Drive and Ellis Street will be closed to westbound traffic 9:30 to 1:30 p.m. • The speed limit on all of Glenmore when driving adjacent to cyclists will be reduced to 50km/h for the

duration of event. Motorists are asked to obey traffic control personnel at all times for the safety of the large number of cyclists expected. Transit Service along the race route will be affected from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: • North End Route No. 2 will be detoured via Ellis Street from Doyle Avenue to Water Street with stops on Water Street between Doyle Avenue and Ellis Street closed for the duration of the event. • Glenmore Route No. 7 will be detoured via Bernard Avenue to Glenmore Road during the rolling closure periods noted for Clement Avenue,

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compared to last was that rental apartment construction pushed up housing starts in June 2010,” explained CMHC market analyst Paul Fabri. With the inventory of new, completed and unoccupied detached and multi-family homes moving lower, CMHC forecasts higher levels of new home construction during the second half of 2011. Kamloops, Vernon and Penticton area housing starts in June were also down from levels recorded in June 2010. Nationally, the seasonally adjusted annual rate of total housing starts in June increased to 197,400 units from 194,100 units in May. In British Columbia, June’s seasonally adjusted rate of urban housing starts moved lower to 21,200 units from 29,300 units in May.

Watch for delays on Gordon Dr. Beginning today, Gordon Drive between Ladner and Cook roads and Lexington Drive to the north entrance to H2O Centre will be reduced to one lane each direction from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to accommodate preparation and paving of the roadway. Paving is scheduled to be complete by Wednesday, July 20, weather permitting.

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The cause behind the Monday morning tire fire that coated a Rutland industrial area with a thick layer of soot will remain a mystery. “Investigators concluded no cause of origin, so it will go down as undetermined,” said deputy fire chief Thomas Doherty. Flames erupted at 3:11 a.m. in the 900 block of McCurdy Road, prompting calls for 30 fire fighters to douse the blaze. “It was a large fire fand the temperatures were high,” said Doherty. “There was a lot of wood fuel load, and the tire fuel load was quite extreme.” Given the nature of the industrial businesses at risk, Doherty said firefighters tapped into some of the programming imtplemented after last sum-

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mer’s Stewart Centre fire. That inferno caused about $5 million in structural damage, destroyed seven businesses and polluted waterways when toxic materials held within the building flooded into drains as fire crews doused the blaze. That fire’s impact stayed with the city for months and changed protocol for industrial fires. “We notified city utilities and they researched maps to find out where any storm drains and catch basins were, to contain and mitigate any run off,” Doherty said. No waterways will be impacted by recent blaze, however, Top Grade Tire Recycling lost a number of outbuildings, a forklift, a couple of metal storage containers and approximately 1,500 tires. Firefighters’ efforts were successful in saving

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the nearby Deacoff Brothers Sawmill and Ok Builders building, which were threatened by the fire’s intense flames. Also helping mitigate the damage were well thought out building practices, said Larry Schatz, manager of OK Builders. Schatz was called to the fire some time after 4 a.m., and said the black smoke and red glow of flames was an overwhelming sight. But, fire crews and the concrete block wall between his business and the tire recycling shop offered a formidable barrier.

“A structural engineer will look at part of our roof, and that will have to be rebuilt,” he said. “But the fire was facing the block wall…had it been anything else, the whole thing would have gone up.” It’s the second time in recent months that the business has been exposed to fire due to one of its neighbours. Last month, Deacon Brothers sawmill also had a fire that sent sparks into the air. The cause of that fire is still undetermined. kmichaels@kelownacapnews.com

takes on job with district Kelowna’s most prominent business leaders seem to be migrating to a neighbouring community. Weldon LeBlanc, the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce’s former CEO, has taken on a new position with the District of West Kelowna. “He’ll be the intergovernmental liaison,” said Kirsten Jones, the district’s communications supervisor. Starting July 18, LeBlanc will be called upon to tap into his “wealth of experience liaising with all levels of government.” LeBlanc wasn’t available for comment, but when he announced he’d be leaving the chamber last March he said he was looking for a new direction.

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IN THE LOOP Upcoming events at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 26 in Kelowna: BBQ Steak Night for $13, Friday, July 15, 6:30 p.m., fundraiser for the kitchen stove; Beer Garden, Sunday, July 17, 1 to 6 p.m., food available. For more information 250-762-4117. Centre culturel francophone, 702 Bernard, will host dance featuring the band Protocol on July 15, 7 p.m. Call 250-861-4013. Okanagan Choral Society annual general meeting breakfast Friday, July 15, at the Bean Scene coffee shop board room, 9:15 a.m. Miss Kelowna Lady of the Lake Pageant finale Friday, July 15, 7 p.m., at the Kelowna Community Theatre. Tickets $13. Peachland Sportsmen’s Association fishing derby Saturday, July 23, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Heritage Park in Peachland. Barbecue lunch will be provided along with necessary fishing tackel and bait. Call 250-7672287 or email okbcwf@telus.net to indicate your plan to attend. To include an item in the Capital News city calendar, email it to edit@kelownacapnews.com or fax 250r763-8469.

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“I’ve been working with chambers for the last 14 years, and in organizational management for the last 20 years—for me, it’s time for a change in what I’m doing,” he said. “I have no plans at this point, I am currently looking for options.” June 30 was his last day at the chamber, which coincided with his six year anniversary of taking the chamber job. LeBlanc isn’t the first to make the move over the bridge. Less than a year ago, John Perrott left the Downtown Kelowna Association to take a new position at the municipal offices across the lake. Perrott became the district’s business development officer.

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he HST debate in B.C. has been the most widely debated new taxation method that we taxpayers have become engrossed in for some time. Too often, our own jaded sensibilities allow us to tune out such debates. But why we pay the taxes we do and what specific purpose they serve are important questions we taxpayers should be asking more. We all need to start paying more attention to what our taxes

are providing us, to not simply assume that taxes will go up every year or that reducing taxes is necessarily a good thing. There is an interesting debate going on in the U.S. right now that essentially raises the question: How much taxation is enough? That country is now trillions of dollars in debt, courtesy of fighting two wars and continually cutting taxes for the wealthy and offering tax breaks for big corporations from 2000 to 2008 under former president

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George W. Bush. While politics are getting in the way of common sense among Americans at the moment, the reality is their country is approaching financial Armageddon at a time when its economy is not based on manufacturing things, but making money off of money, which does little more than allow the rich to get richer while strangling the blue collar worker middle class. The U.S. consumer machine

can’t sustain itself at its current pace. Why? Because Americans have lost sight of what servics taxes can provide for them, such as health care, while their politicians have routinely abused their privilege to spend them. While Canada’s fiscal future is farm more bright than the U.S., we need to ensure that taxes we pay are providing us the best bang for our buck, something that is not about political ideology but more about common fiscal sense.

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t was discovered long ago that if you say something enough times, people begin to believe it. And that’s what our local MLAs are attempting to do when it comes to the HST. Two of them, Norm Letnick (Kelowna-Lake Country) and Steve Thomson (Kelowna-Mission) have ads running on local radio where they read the same script—other than the insert-name-here part—and tell us a yes vote in the HST referendum (to scrap the HST) means a 12 per cent tax and a no vote (to keep the HST) means a 10 per cent tax. But if the no side wins the referendum, the day after the result is an-

nounced, the HST will CITY the next three years still be 12 per cent. been given by OtCONFIDENTIAL has And it will stay at that tawa, the second derate until next sumcrease could be canmer, when it will drop celed through a similar by just one per cent request. to 11 per cent. The 10 That likely won’t per cent Letnick and Alistair come from the LibThomson tell us we’re Waters erals—after all, they voting for now won’t asked for the dehappen until 2014. crease—but during a And, for that to happen, it will rerecent visit to Kelowna, NDP leadquire not only the no vote in the refer- er Adrian Dix would not comment on endum, but also for B.C. voters to rewhat he would do about the proposed elect the Liberals to government. HST rate drop if the no side wins and While pro-HST advocates are his party forms the next B.C. governquick to point out the approval to low- ment. That election has to be held by er the HST rate in two phases over May 2013 at the latest but could come

earlier despite B.C. fixed election date rules. While I’m sure Letnick, Thomson and Westside-Kelowna MLA Ben Stuart are all sincere in their belief the HST is good for B.C., the argument they, the government they represent and many pro-HST advocates are using—that the referendum is a choice between a 12 per cent tax and a 10 per cent tax—is simply not true. The decision is a choice between two 12 per cent taxes, the second with a promise to lower the rate over the next three years. And to sweeten the pot, the government is throwing in a $175 rebate for those it considers low- and mod-

est-income. The government has plenty of academic support for the HST. Most economists say a value added tax is the way to go. They say it helps the economy, helps create jobs and should reduce prices consumers pay. But after a year with the HST, we are still waiting for prices to come down as a result. So the question is, do you believe the script our MLAs are saying? Alistair Waters is the Capital News’ assistant editor. awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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Feds reward BC gov’t for underhanded tactic To the editor: It seems that most business people are for the HST—guess maybe it’s because they get the tax back, or so we are told. But is the tax good for the rank and file? What do they receive for compensation? We understand the bookkeeping is much easier but this has little affect on the average family. We are told the HST will cost the average family of four between

$400 and $600 more per year. How can this situation create jobs when there is less money to spend? We all know from experience business is not good at passing any savings on, when fuel went down at the pumps, did anyone notice a drop in groceries? When the dollar rose in value, did the cost of produce drop? No chance. Is there something behind this that may not be

directly related, but is a direct result? Think about all the garbage presented to us from the provincial government. Could it be that more than 700,000 signatures collected was also a protest vote, perhaps the voting public are tired of all this spending like drunken sailors. For the first time in B.C. history, the taxpayer is fed up and done something. Was the HST the loco-

motive to drive this? Is it true that Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba are concerned for a reason? Is it true that the feds are paying the $1.6 billion in increments to B.C.? Is it true that more than $800 million has been collected to date? Why is the government fighting the taxpayer so hard if it’s good for us? Is it true that the feds are saying nothing be-

cause they know what’s good for them? Should you be concerned with an idea in which the junior government failed miserably to tell the truth yet the senior government rewards this policy handsomely? Whatever you, the taxpayers choose to do, please think carefully on this subject then cash your ballot. Ben Hudson, Ft. St. John

B.C. needs choice of third political party To the editor: I’m definitely not an optimist when it comes to our politicians. I believe they tend to look after themselves, at the expense of their constituents. Being truthful is not a mandated requirement of employment. Having the financial means to get your yourself elected is the number one requirement. It has been reported that former premier Gordon Campbell and the province of B.C. received $1.6 billion to help B.C. implement the HST. Some, have considered this a federal government bribe. What a windfall, or maybe it was a miracle. Does anyone know where this all went or what it was used for? Yes, there were costs

converting to the HST system, but I don’t believe it totaled $1.6 billion. So where did the rest go? Into which government coffer? Or was it, as I suspect, used to pay down the deficit of holding the Winter Olympics. If this was how they were used, it sure saved the government the embarrassment of explaining to us, the taxpayers, just how far in the hole B.C. was hosting those Olympics. They would have had to explain how they were going to raise money and raising our taxes is the obvious choice. Did the Olympics help me or my family? No, I can’t see where they did. Several specific cities and towns did benefit from this event. It’s just

expected that the rest of us chip in and pay for their personal gains. Our new premier, Christy Clark, has stated that families are “my first concern” as premier. Can we afford to believe her? Not a chance. B.C. doesn’t have the money to pay back the federal government, and we can’t afford to chop

the HST to 10 per cent immediately. Premier Clark needs that revenue, and “maybe” Clark won’t be able to lower the HST “at all.” Ever! Otherwise she would drop it immediately. All the Liberal ads on the radio and TV promoting the HST, and gaining your vote—what has that cost the taxpayers?

God, I pray a third political party can be formed in B.C. One that can promote a strong political platform, that is supported by decent candidates that are willing to listen and follow the will of the majority in their ridings. That would be unprecedented in many, many years now. A third party would keep everyone politically honest. Today, voters are polarized with people voting for the Liberals because they are anti-NDP and the Liberals were the best of two “evils.” Others abstain voting for either. We need another choice. David W. Kuhn, West Kelowna

Punish B.C. gov’t for its handling of the HST To the editor: The harmonized sales tax referendum isn’t just about tax policy, it’s about democracy itself. Voting “Yes” to extinguish the HST sends a powerful message to this and every future B.C. government—do not mislead voters by bringing in a major tax policy that you denied you would before

an election. We’ve seen it before from this same B.C. Liberal government that said it wouldn’t privatize BC Rail before the 2001 election and sold it off in 2003. There are always reasons why many governments insist they just had to break their word and usually have a few years

to get away with it before the next election. Not this time. Remember that 700,000 people in B.C. signed a petition to kill the HST. The government did not listen, instead spent millions of dollars to convince us that, in fact, we like it. Rubbish. For the first time in Canadian history—even

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Drivers of loud vehicles need therapy To the editor: Re: Boaters Bikers Warned to Keep It Down, June 28 Capital News. We all like attention and do different things to get it. Initially, most of us on becoming born are usually slapped on the bum to help the newborn start breathing, ending up usually crying, learning this is a good way to get attention.

It seems many upon maturing, continue to make lots of noise to get attention. Noisy boats and vehicles are among the toys these apparent immature infants like using to get attention, to the annoyance of others. To help suppress annoying, unnecessary noises, the manufacture, marketing and use of noisy mufflers must be made il-

legal. Users should be required to undergo therapy to learn to be more considerate of others and benefit oneself. What goes around, comes around and whatever we do comes back to us in some way or another. A law of nature we need to live by. Paul J. Tomelin, Kelowna

Commonwealth history— voters have a chance to democratically overturn a government policy that was imposed against their will. That in itself is reason enough to vote “Yes” to extinguish the HST—to punish a government that didn’t respect its own citizens and teach all parties

a lesson about political honesty. Too many governments think democracy can be bought. Don’t believe it. Democracy can only be earned. Rick Brown, Kelowna

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They also arise, by implication, out of the common law of employment (which is really just a specific flavour of the law of contract). So, what things are employers not obligated to provide to their employees? Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s start with benefits coverage. Medical, dental, extended health, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and short and long-term disability insurance coverage are all items that are commonly provided as part of the compensation package. But, employers are not obligated to do so and, as a result, employees have no â&#x20AC;&#x153;rightâ&#x20AC;? to those perquisites of employment. Employers do not

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in most jurisdictions employers are not required to provide employees with paid breaks. Aside from the narrow range of paid absences imposed by employment standards legislation (including paid vacation and statutory holiday pay), employers have no legal obligation to pay employees for not working. Employers also are not required to give employees annual pay increases. The annual raiseâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;sometimes in the form of a â&#x20AC;&#x153;cost of livingâ&#x20AC;? (COLA) increaseâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; has become a staple of the modern workplace, but employers are totally within their rights to establish wage rates and leave them unchanged indefinitely.

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Another item which has become entrenched in the world of employment is the severance packageâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;people seem to feel entitled to be paid a sizeable lump sum to leave their employment in a whole range of circumstances. But, employers are entitled to impose terms of employment limiting working notice (or pay in lieu) to statutorily imposed minimums eight weeks for individual terminations. And, if the employer provides adequate working notice, no severance payment is required at all. The same rule applies for the other compensation and related obligations imposed in employment standards legislation. Employers are not obligated, for instance, to pay beyond the statutory minimum wage or to provide greater vacation, overtime, and statutory holiday compensation than that which is established in the applicable statute. In the human rights context, employers are required to accommodate an employeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disabling condition. They are not, however, obligated to engage in endless accommodation efforts which impose an undue hardship on their business. And, they are not required to accommodate an employee who does not assist with, or facilitate, those accommodation efforts. Employees are not entitled to be provided with cellular telephones, internet access, and car allowances. And, employers are not required to tolerate their employees making personal use of working time to talk on the telephone, surf the Internet, post their latest status update on Facebook, etc. In a society in which the term â&#x20AC;&#x153;rightsâ&#x20AC;? is increasingly tossed around as if such things were carved on a tablet and carried down from a mountaintop, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to recognize the point at which employersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; legal obligations end. Anything beyond that is simply a matter of negotiation. Robert Smithson is a labour and employment lawyer, and operates Smithson Employment Law in Kelowna. This subject matter is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. www.smithsonlaw.ca.

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LAKE COUNTRY Mayor James Baker goes for a ride on the new Oyama Zipline Forest Adventures circuit just opened up this summer. A similar zipline venture officially opened in Peachland last month. didn’t look so bad, not too long and not very steep. Perez, Seabrook and I volunteered the mayor to be the guinea pig. He stepped up to the zipline and Amber connected his harness to it. Baker walked up to the edge, looked down apprehensively, looked back at Amber. “I just jump,” he asked? “Yeah, you can hang on to the lanyard if you want,” she replied. He grabbed the thin piece of webbing connecting him to the zipline and jumped. “Wahoooo!” he cried, as he tucked his legs into his chest as Todd had instructed us to do if we wanted to go faster. I was last to go in our group. I hadn’t been nervous leading up to my moment but when it finally arrived I found myself somewhat hesitant. It wasn’t a feeling I’d describe as fear, it was more that common sense was telling me not to jump off of a tower. I didn’t want to hold up the rest of the group so I put my faith in our guides and stepped off the platform. At the end of the line I rejoined the group, grinning from ear to ear, just like the rest of them.

Storytime in the park Mission Creek Regional Park offers a fun and interactive weekly program for pre-schoolers this summer. Summer Storytime in the Park takes place each Tuesday morning (rain or shine) during July and August for three to five year-old children and their caregivers. Meet at 9 a.m. on the lawn near the playground in Mission Creek Regional Park. Participation is by donation. During the hour, you’ll be treated to nature stories, songs, a mini nature walk and exploration to engage participants. Call 250-469-6140.

After the first zipline the rest of them get progressively longer and steeper. The final zipline takes about 30 seconds to ride down.

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Adventure tourism rode into Lake Country on a steel cable last week as Oyama Zipline Forest Adventures opened for business, welcoming guests who were eager for a chance to soar with the birds. A few words from the proprietors and a “cablecutting” photo op in place of the typical ribbon cutting made up the short opening ceremony. The five members of the Madsen family wrestled with a bolt cutter to chop the cable but in the end, only managed to fray the cable slightly. No matter, as it only made the friends and neighbours in attendance more confident about signing their lives away before heading up the hill for their tour. Lake Country Mayor James Baker was in attendance along with district staffers Willene Perez and Reyna Seabrook. James was in a hurry to get to his next meeting so the Madsens arranged for the three of them to go as a small group, and I was asked to tag along. We met our guides, Amber and Todd, at the bottom of the hill. They strapped us into our harnesses, handed out our helmets and a few minutes later we piled into a van and were headed up an old logging road to the top of the property where the first of six ziplines awaited us. Our first ride started from a tower accessed by a suspension bridge. Amber took the lead while Todd brought up the rear of our troop. They took care to make sure everyone got across safely and even connected a lanyard from our harnesses to a cable that ran the length of the bridge in case someone should slip. Standing on the platform, the four of us looked down the cable that we were about to ride. It

Peter Madsen says it’s possible to reach speeds of up to 85 kilometres per hour. It’s also constructed as a twin line so that it’s possible for two people to race one another to the

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’ve often wondered how you and I might view the budding and seasoned entrepreneur in this world of chaos—this crazy world of uncertainty and joy for the victor. I thought this week, it might be fun to entertain some realm of comparison between the two. What makes a champion? Is it an unrelenting attitude, belief in yourself, focus and determination? A champion is a strong competitor who never quits, never surrenders. A true champion, it is said, is one who would rather fall down while striving and exerting maximum effort, than to sit down because they are tired. The same attitude and characteristics also describe the successful entrepreneur. Although it may ap-

ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT

Joel Young pear sometimes that there is little hope, you must remain hopeful. There is always something to be learned from past experiences, something that we can reach inward for that will furnish the drive and inspiration to prevail when we feel as if our entrepreneurial dream might be slipping through our fingers. There will always be that quiet temptation to quit, go back to a job and escape, but the serious entrepreneur realizes that during those disconcerting moments, the often unforeseen triumph

awaits just over that next hill or around that next curve. The winner knows in their gut that they will find a way to prevail in their current course of action or will indeed change course as many times as is necessary leading to the victory lane. This winning attitude of a true entrepreneurial champion is expressed so eloquently in the old adage: “I cannot do anything about the wind, but I can adjust my sails.” To quit is simply not an option for the vast majority of entrepreneurs. That is winning attitude that separates champions from everyone else. So what is a hero? For some, a hero represents a person who lives up to age-old values such as honesty, integrity, courage and bravery. For others, a hero is

someone who is steadfast and sets a great example to emulate in the future. To many, being a hero also means self-sacrifice, even for the sake of others. It is then said that every society has and needs heroes, and that can be said as well for the business community. They reflect the values we revere, the accomplishments we respect and the hopes that give our lives true meaning. By celebrating our heroes, we honour our past, energize our present and shape our future. When we delve into a research mode, the typical path of an entrepreneurial hero can be traced in all cultures through three stages. The first stage departs from the familiar and

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cause us grief over an internalizing of the variables. I, for one, choose to stand at the finish line of many of life’s races for personal reward and success and applaud jubilantly for the victors among us in our daily journey. Please join me, they’re waiting for our sound. Joel Young is an entrepreneurship educator, consultant and coach and founder of the Okanagan

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Maxine DeHart shopping for insurance just got easier. The company was established in 1980 with its head office in Surrey, B.C. and 36 locations throughout the province. Wendy Weller is the local manager of the new Westland location and Philip Tapley is the senior vice-president of operations and the CIO. Call 250-979-6420 Don Cocar and Doug Patterson have opened their fourth retail Dyck’s Pharmacists at 3039 Pandosy St., in the Mission beside Lakeview Market. At the new location, the pharmacists have partnered with Dayton Sobool as the managing partner. Sobool was formerly the pharmacy manager of Paragon Mission dating back to 2003. The new Dyck’s location on Pandosy now offers a large selection of pharmaceutical services, ranging from the basics of filling your prescription to vaccination and influenza injections. The pharmacy also has a nurse on staff offering foot care, wound care and compression stocking fittings, being a full service pharmacy and more. Call 778-478-0360;

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MARK BEAULIEU, owner of Flashpoint Lazer located in Rutland, works on the removal of a client’s tattoo, a service that his clinic specializes in. www.dyckspharmacists. com After working for 58 years—yes, 58 years—as a dentist, Dr. Joe Roseland, has retired at the age of 84. He practiced in Alberta for 26 years before coming to Kelowna, practicing here for the past 32 years. Dr. Roseland started working with Dr. Strilchuk back in 1979 and has been with Dr. Degruchy for the past several years. He has also

been a volunteer dentist at Cottonwoods for many years. His wife Rose told me that she could not previously get him to retire. The only reason he did now was because he was scheduled for hip surgery. Rose and Joe also celebrated their 60th anniversary on June 9. The Range driving range, located at 3810 Casorso Rd., owned and operated by president and CEO Bob Ander-

son, has been completely overhauled, now offering a new 18 hole championship mini golf course. Professionally designed, the 18-hole layout provides fun and challenge for everyone. The facility has a driving range that is 300 yards long and almost as wide. The Range also offers a 4,700 square-foot bent grass putting green, pro shop, club repairs, lessons, club fitting and a Callaway Fitting Centre.

Call 250-763-6181;www. kelownadrivingrange. com Jodi Smith is the new owner/operator of Scruples Hair Design, at 1566 Pandosy St. Along with Lynn Weiser and Kylie Larson, four new hair stylists from Chatters on the Westside have joined the team—Ashley Anderson, Shannon Armstrong, Melanie Joe and Shalina Shiloff—along with new nail techni-

cian Bonnie Daniels. The long-time shop was originally started 25 years ago by well-known stylist Emilio Padula, who still works in the shop parttime. Call 250-861-3848. After 25 years as a certified dental assistant with Dr. Tom Martin, Sandy Stodgily has retired. She was very instrumental in helping with the sponsorship through Dr. Martin for the Maxine DeHart, United Way -Ramada Hotel Drive-Thru Breakfast. Karen Christiansen, a partner at Meyers Norris Penny, has been elected second vice-president of the B.C. Institute of Chartered Accountants. Christiansen also won the Early Achievement Award in 2002. If you’re not sure what to do with your cans of unused paint, Rona is now accepting them at its stores in Western Canada, including Kelowna. Rona now has recycling for cans of latex, alkyd and stain paints, regardless of brand or where you purchased them. The drop-off service is free. Not included are plastic, car, industrial, aluminum, road sign or granular dye paints, varnish, solvents, tar adhesives or preservatives. Rona in Eastern Canada and Quebec has had similar programs in place for many years. The old paint is recycled into See DeHart A21

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West Kelowna restaurant opens a new location on Pandosy Street DeHart from A20 new paint. Helen Hut is celebrating her 25th anniversary volunteering with The Kelowna Hostesses. At that time, Frankie Molzahn was the chairperson of the hostesses. Gary Gelinas, former owner of the Westside Warriors, has been appointed president of Consolidated Sports (USA) Inc., based in Scottsdale, Ariz. He will be president of the company’s four hockey teams, including the Everett Silvertips of he WHL, along with Peoria Pines Golf Course in Phoenix, and a software firm and facilities management company. Call 480-455-7726; ggelinascsh@gmail.com. It’s finally cherry time so if you are looking for some fabulous cherries, then Pinnacle Farms, owned and operated by Joyce and Dick Prowse at 3020 McCulloch Rd., is one place to check out. I understand Joyce hand picks every one! That’s an added bonus. Drop in or pre-order by phone at 250-861-8344. Original Joe’s Restaurant and Bar has opened at 2728 Pandosy St. Owner/operator Matt Albertson is also the owner/operator of the Original Joe’s in West Kelowna. The restaurant offers 125 seats inside and 44 on the patio. They are open seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to midnight. Try the lettuce wraps— they’re great! The summer edition of the upscale magazine Niche, published by Craig and Chytra Brown, has a lovely article on the historic DeHart/Bennett Home in the latest issue. The home, originally called Brookside Manor, was owned by my husband Chris DeHart’s uncle, Frank DeHart, and later sold to the Bennett family. It’s still an elegant home and a big part of Kelowna’s heritage. In partnership with Interior Health, Phoenix Health & Fitness (Kim Froom, CPT) is launching a new program for those suffering with chronic disease and is suitable for people with all types of chronic disease including diabetes, high blood pressure and COPD. Funding to support this program has been provided through the

Interior Health Authority Integrated Health Network Community Capacity Fund for the Central Okanagan. For more info call Kim Froom at 250-212-7335; check-out www.phoenixfitnesskelowna.ca Get in the loop. Matt Crowell has started a local text-based golf marketing program called Golf Loop. Here’s how it works. Membership is $29.99 annually and once you are enrolled, members automatically get notified of deals at local courses via text message on their cellular phones. These Golf Loop deals are exclusive to members only. There are no coupons to print off. All you do is show your text at the golf course to get your deal. Golf Loop is the first program in B.C. to create an entire text-based membership program. A twofor-one pass at The Harvest Golf Club comes with every membership, saving approximately $85 right off the “tee” when you join. To sign up or for more info go to www.getintheloop.ca. Habitat, at 248 Leon Ave., owned by Quinn Best, will celebrate their sixth anniversary in business. In six years, the venue has seen many ups and downs while hosting some 400 concerts and other events. Habitat invites the public to a special anniversary celebration on July 16 with DJ Toddy Rockwell, who has been a main-stay at Habitat since the beginning, spinning along with DJ Grizz Lee. Doors open at 9 p.m. and admission is by donation. Call 250-763-9647. Teresa Johnston is the new general manager of Booster Juice, a healthy alternative to fast foods, at the KLO location. Three Booster Juice locations in Kelowna (the others are at Capri Mall and in West Kelowna) have been purchased by a company in Abbotsford. That company now owns 14 Booster Juice franchises and are looking to have a total of 30 within the next few years. Grant Waldman, formerly in the engineering and residential construction field, has joined Realty Executives Kelowna office. 250-859-1747. As part of its sponsorship of Formula One and the Indy Car se-

ries, Bridgestone Canada is bringing some of the world’s fastest and hottest race cars to Integra Tire & Auto, owned by Bruce Stranaghan at 2160 Enterprise Way, on Aug. 5 and 6, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Two exotic openwheel racecars will be on display in conjunction with a traveling exhibit sponsored by Bridgestone Canada. Open to the public and free of charge, there will also be a racing simulator on site allowing participants to experience the feeling of driving an open-wheel race car. Call 250-860-3155. The Sizzling Sounds of Jazz is the only jazz camp outside of Vancouver, now in its 14th year. Taking place Aug. 1 to 5 at Mission Creek Alliance Church, all students who play flute, clarinet, sax, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass and drums are welcome. The camp instructors are Sheila French, Neil Wong, Brian McMahan, Craig Thomson, Lonnie Burma and Sergei Ryga, a who’s who of the music world in the valley. There will be a free showcase concert for the public on Saturday, Aug. 6. Call 250-7637845; gass1@shaw.ca. I was pleasantly surprised by Canada Post. While waiting for mail from Ottawa, I figured perhaps I would receive it in about two weeks or so because of all the back-log. Lo and behold I received it last week. Speaking with one of the mail delivery people, they are working very hard to get caught up. Birthdays of the week: Happy 50th Denise O’Rourke, O’Rourke’s Market (July 17); happy belated 40th Steve Hardy, Highline Realty (I think he hoped I would miss it!); Doreen Ross (July 12); Magda Kapp, BrainTrust Canada (July 13); twins Henry and Bert Willms, (July 13); Gerry Moller (July 13); Misty Rae, Maple Leaf Directories (July 13); Cathy Comben (July 13); Moni Schiller (July 13); Lil Moller (July 16); Luanne Chore, BDC (July 14); Karen Wiggins, Brown Bag Bistro (July 17); Linda Yandel (July 17). Maxine DeHart is a Kelowna hotelier. Phone her at 250-979-4546, fax 250-860-3173, email maxdehart@telus.net.

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Creating an Controllers navigate the financial course online presence ▼ RUNNING A BUSINESS

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troller. The controller can report directly to the president or owner of the company or to the vice-president, finance. The dictionary defines a controller as “one who checks expenditures, steward esp. of royal household, Mint, Navy, etc.” So a controller could be compared to a ship’s navigator who would provide feedback to the captain (owner) regarding the ship’s course or possible course. Usually in a small business, there is no controller so the owner ends up deciding the course of the business without the benefit of a second pair of eyes or someone who will provide honest feedback. Who typically does the owner of a small business turn to for feedback? Many will turn to their spouses, others will turn to their bookkeepers and most will turn to their ac-

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Gabriele Banka countants. Some accounting firms do not provide ‘controllership’ services and only provide basic year end tax accounting, which is the production of the tax return for the Canada Revenue Agency. A controller typically has the knowledge and skills to monitor and interpret the results that are generated by the accounting system and software. The controller is usually the head of the accounting team and is responsible to make sure that everyone in the accounting team understands their job and how to enter items into the various accounting systems. After all, if things are entered into the system incorrectly, then the infor-

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mation coming out of the system is basically unusable. If tainted information is relied upon, then the company may make a decision that may send the company down the wrong path and may cause the company to close. It is for these reasons that accounting computer systems should be set up by accountants that have experience in the industry that the company is involved in. For example, a computer system for a retail operation should be set up by an accountant or controller that knows the difference between margin and markup and the owner also needs to know the difference between these two kinds of costing. Usually, the accounting team is kept out of the decision-making process of a company and only informed after the decision is made or stumbles upon the item when processing the transaction. In many cases, if the controller or accountant

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was involved in that process, the company would become proactive and better able to plan for the future rather than being reactive and cleaning up the mess. The controller can help to evaluate what the financial consequences of a decision would be and present those results to the management team or owner of a company. For example, a controller can determine if you have the best insurance coverage for the least cost. Perhaps your telephone long distance charges are too high and by moving to another provider you may experience some savings. Controllers can investigate, analyze and suggest a course of action for you. The controller can also develop internal controls for a company so that a cash-based company can be sure that staff is not walking away with cash and that their assets are not being used inappropriately or illegally and that the likelihood of fraud is reduced. The controller can also become the intermediary when negotiating a loan with a lending institution. It is actually more difficult to be a controller of a small business operation than a large corporation. In a small corporation, the controller must be a master of many different areas such as personnel management, pay-

roll, computer systems, policies and procedures, bookkeeping and accounting. In a larger corporation, there may be a separate person doing each one of these jobs. A main quality that a controller needs to have is the ability to quickly organize and analyze data and convert the data into useful information that will help the owners of a company manage the company and make better decisions. This may be financial data or it may be production data, or data collected on some other basis. If you are not getting the feedback that you require with your financial results, perhaps you need to consider hiring a parttime controller. Several Certified General Accountants make themselves available as part-time controllers to help you plan, manage and succeed in business. CGAs will visit your place of business on a monthly basis or other basis as agreed upon and will discuss your business with you, your goals, your company’s financial results and suggest ways of steering your business towards your goals and monitoring if the changes you are making are working for you.

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Small businesses are frequently bombarded with messaging telling them that they must have a web presence. Depending on the source, this “web presence” may be further defined to include a “worldclass website,” “search marketing,” or a “social media ” among many other definitions. All of this may leave a business owner with an overwhelming vision of the time and resources required to understand, implement and maintain all of this. Even if most of the effort can be out-sourced, the time required to find the right companies and manage them in an unfamiliar industry can be daunting. The typical small business owner just doesn’t have the time and resources to pull off such a comprehensive online development and marketing program, and as a result, often does nothing at all. Recent research presented by Google Canada this year at the Toronto Board of Trade revealed that 55 per cent of Canadian small businesses do not even have a website. In fact, many small businesses have no online presence. A beauty of Internet marketing, however, is that small steps are still better than none, and an online presence can be built much like a snowball rolling down a hill, gaining size and momentum over time. Consider these two small steps outlined that offer a start to developing an online presence.

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Business owners should recognize that people looking for new services and products often go to the Internet as one of their first search choices. This is even truer for younger generations. Informal polls of ecommerce students taken over the last three years at Okanagan College indicated that virtually all of the students would use the Internet to find stores and services, especially in areas that they were not already familiar with. Business owners can respond to this by making sure that their business is listed in the appropriate search results.

Although an effort to appear in the search results can open up an overwhelming array of options, there is one simple thing that any small business owner can do in just a few minutes to help ensure that their business is found during a relevant local Internet search— register the business with Google Places. Google is the number one search engine, so it makes sense to register there first. Local search results are typically shown first in shopping queries, and are quite prominent in the search results display. The registration process is quite fast, and doesn’t require any other online presence. Most importantly, registration for local search allows a business to be “seen” during a relevant Internet search. You can register your business at google.com/placesforbusiness.

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Small businesses are rewarded by customer loyalty. Part of the process of building loyalty is to communicate with your customers. There is a plethora of ways to reach out to customers on the Internet, and most of them can be quite beneficial if they are maintained and updated. A good way to start is with a Facebook business page. Setting up the business page on Facebook takes just a few minutes, and gives followers any information that you’d like them to have about your business. Once the page is completed, it is important to keep it “fresh,” by posting information that may be helpful to your customers on a periodic basis. Posting is easy, and can be done from any computer or smart phone. The key is to make sure that the communications are useful, and the timing is not too frequent (or infrequent), so that your customers appreciate the connection. You can register your free Facebook business page at facebook.com/ pages/create.php. Once registered, be sure to let your customers know about your Facebook page. Robert Wright is a professor of business at Okanagan College and the CEO of Global eBusiness Solutions Inc.

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Dragon in the Drink defends title For the second year in a row, Dragon In The Drink paddled away with the gold medal—or in this case the coveted wooden paddle—as the top women's team at the Kelowna Dragon Boat Club (KDBC) Festival. The Kelowna team of 20 paddlers, one drummer and one steerer took top honours after two days of racing against eight other women's teams on Okanagan Lake. KDBC's Dralion took second place in the women's event, while FLCC-Fort Fury from Langley was third. According to KDBC president and DITD member Deb Champion, Dragon In The Drink's repeat performance was a com-

plete team effort. "The women on our team know how to balance fun and competitiveness," said Champion. "They stick together as a group, they enjoy being out there, and really always try to perform to the best of their ability." DITD came away from Saturday's competition with first place honours in the two 250-metre heats, and the first 500-metre heat to advance to Sunday's semi-finals. Sunday was another productive day for the local team as it took first place in the semis and also came out victorious in the finals. To add to their awardwinning weekend, Dragon In The Drink was

also named the fastest women's team in the 1000 metre challenge, beating a number of mixed teams along the way. In the mixed event, Tip Em Back of Kelowna was the gold medalist for the second straight year. Astral High Frequency of Kelowna was second, while the Lethbridge Leftovers were third in mixed. In all, 18 teams from B.C. and Alberta competed in the sixth annual KDBC Festival. In Kelowna, the local club continues to expand with 16 teams now part of the KDBC. Champion expects those numbers to increase in the future. "More corporations are getting involved,

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THE DRAGON IN THE DRINK team won the Kelowna Dragon Boat Club Festival for the second straight year. so that's very positive. Schools are getting more junior programs going, so that helps, too. I'm it will

grow more in the years to come." For full race results, check out the Kelowna

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Dragon In The Drink is the Vernon Festival Aug. 13 on Kalamalka Lake.

Few starting jobs are secure with Okanagan Sun Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER

If there are a ton of shoo-ins for starting positions on the 2011 edition of the Okanagan Sun, Howie Zaron isn't tipping his hand about very many of them. With 38 newcomers on the BCFC club's 77man training camp roster, the Sun's general manager expects plenty of battles for No. 1 jobs right across the board. "I think you're going to see some real tough competition everywhere, with all the talent we have," said Zaron. "Whether it's returning veterans trying to nail down spots, or young guys coming in to push them. "I think maybe the

past couple of years, there's been a sense of entitlement around the team about who's going to start," added Zaron, "but coach (Jason) Casey has

he said. "Jeremy Joseph is a very skilled quarterback, but Bobby's got experience and he's a heck of a quarterback, too. I'm excited to see how it turns out." Zaron is also looking for an interesting battle at tailback where four-year veteran Daniel Xavier and sophomore Armand Bokitch are in the running for No. 1. The toughest area of a football club to stock is traditionally along the offensive line, but with 15 players on the roster ready to compete for positions, Zaron said it could potentially be an area of strength for the Sun in 2011. The defensive live will be bolstered this week by the addition of Sam Looysen from Saskatoon,

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nipped that one in the bud. He's let everybody know this is an open competition." With all-star calibre players like defensive

lineman Steven Doege, and offensive linemen Drew Digout and Charles Wilson returning, Zaron admits there are several positions—barring any major surprises—which are pretty much etched in stone. Defensive backs Wyatt Smith and Robbie Yochim, and receiver Dan Turek are among other veterans Zaron expects to occupy starting roles. Still, healthy competition is encouraged at every spot, including at quarterback where incumbent Bobby Davis could be pressed for playing time by newcomer Jeremy Joseph, a former Surrey Ram and ex-member of the St. Francis Xavier program. "I expect there to be great competition there,"

a 280-pound tackle who reportedly can bench press 30 reps of 225 pounds. Among newcomers out of high school Zaron expects to make an impact are lineman Evan McCann from Calgary, Lethbridge defensive back Brennan Van Nistelrooy, and Mt. Boucherie running back Mikael Maloff. Sun training camp will run for the next three weeks with evening sessions at the Apple Bowl practise field as the club prepares for its season opener July 31 against the Kamloops Cowboys. While the 2011 camp is close to a week longer than Sun camps of the past, coach Jason Casey isn't at all concerned about the potential of burnout or complacency from his

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The Kelowna Falcons will host the Klamath Falls Gems Tuesday night in the second meeting of a three-game West Coast League series at Elks Stadium. The first pitch is set for 6:35 p.m. The series opened Monday, however a final score wasn't available as of the Capital News deadline. The Falcons (8-22) headed into the week in last place in the WCL's East Division, 6 1/2 back of second-place Bellingham for the final playoff berth, and 4 1/2 behind

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GRANT PLUNKIE chips his ball on to the putting green at the ninth hole, during

Thursday’s round of the Ogopogo Invitational at the Kelowna Golf and Country Club. tently deals with pain, he has noticed a gradual improvement in his condition—a trend that he undoubtedly hopes will last. "I look forward to hopefully being back and playing for a bit," said

Palahniuk, who plans on entering a tournament at Sunset Ranch next week. "I really appreciate it every time I'm out there." Kelowna Golf and Country Club's Keith Martin was fourth with a

215 total, with James Roxburgh and Ryan Krisko tying for fifth at 216. The low net winner was Jim Berry with 208. whenderson @kelownacapnews.com

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After taking the opening-round lead with a 66, Kelowna's Megan Osland ended up settling for fourth place overall at the B.C. Junior Girls Golf Championship. Osland, from the Kelowna Golf and Country Club, finished the fourround tourney Friday in Kamloops with an even par total of 288, eight shots back of winner Jennifer Yang from Coquitlam. Osland narrowly missed out on a berth with Team B.C. for the Can-

adian championship as only the top three finishers qualified. She led after 18 holes after carding a course-record 6-under par openinground, but couldn't keep the momentum going, shooting 75-71-76 over the final three days. Madison Kapchinsky from Kelowna Springs finished 15th overall at 309 (82-77-75-75), while the KGCC's Emily Nichol placed 17th with a 313 (82-77-76-78) total.

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Kelowna's Charlie Lewthwaite finished in a tie for 22nd spot at the B.C. Junior Boys Golf Championship in Trail. Lewthwaite posted a nine-over par score of 297 (78-68-79-72) for the four-day event. Surrey's Adam Svensson won the title with a 14-under total of 274. West Kelowna's Brett Moore, from the Kelowna Golf and Country Club, tied for 60th while fellow West Kelowna player Brandon Ortiz was 71st.

Smith swims to record Kelowna swimmer Kierra Smith has earned herself a spot in the B.C. record books. Smith established a new provincial standard in the girls 15 to 17 age class at the B.C. AAA Long Course Championships last week in Victoria. She set a new record in the 200 metre breaststroke with a time of two minutes 29.14 seconds,

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For four years, chronic back, neck and elbow problems kept Matt Palahniuk from even swinging a golf club. So when the 33-yearold from Kelowna does feel healthy enough to play the game he loves, he savours each and every moment. Palahniuk marked his first appearance at the Ogopogo Invitational since 2006 by winning the 60th annual tournament championship on Saturday afternoon at the Kelowna Golf and Country Club. Palahniuk birdied his last three holes to finish at 3-under par 213 (7369-71), good enough for a one-shot victory over Salmon Arm's Jeremy Osborne and Ben Proskiw of the Okanagan Golf Club. While Palahniuk struggled with considerable discomfort throughout the final round, he managed to hold his game together when it counted most. "I felt pretty good but it was still hard to get through three rounds, I barely made it," said Palahniuk, who suffers from scoliosis, a curving of the spine. "I'm just lucky, I guess. "It's the biggest tournament I play in, it was nice to be back in it and win it this time." After a four-year absence, Palahniuk returned to playing golf last August. And while he consis-

third-place Walla Walla. The Falcons won three of six games on a road trip last week to the U.S. to stay close in the East, but took a step backwards after coming up empty in a three-game series against Corvallis over the weekend. Kelowna made three errors in a 3-2 loss Saturday night as all three of the Knights runs were unearned. In addition to some defensive woes this season, the Falcons' pitching staff continues to have its share of struggles.

seven seconds faster than second-place finisher, Jennifer Mann of Victoria. The previous provincial mark of 2:29.35 was set by the Langley Olympians' Chelsey Salli in 2007. Smith still has a way to go if she wants the Canadian record which was set in 1988 by Alison Higson 2:27.27. Smith said the swim

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Senior Raiders vs Rattlers Friday The Kelowna Raidters proved that history can indeed repeat itself in the Okanagan Xtreme Lacrosse League. For the second time this season, the Raiders edged the hometown Armstrong Shamrocks by an 8-7 score. From a fan perspecttive, Friday night's game at Nor Val Centre was an entertaining match with both sides battling hard to retain first place in the league. The Raiders went into the third period down 6-4, but opened things up right off the face-off with a quick pass from Jacob Illichmann to Victor Wiens who beat Shamrock goalfie Piper. That then set the stage for Kyle MacLennan, Pho fHeng and Braden Renner for their second goals of the evening. Luke Bailey completed the scoring card with the game winner for the Raiders. tKelowna's defence was led by goaltender Graham Cousins, Dave Haas, Darcy Leach, Brody Daft, rRyan Zeleznik, and Vic Wiens stymied the Shamrock offence all evening. Jacob Illichmann won virtually every face-off of the match, and captain Kyle MacLennan and Luke Bailey played solid twoway lacrosse all evening. The first-place Raiders (6-5) will close out OXLL regular season against the Kamloops Rattlers this Friday night at Memorial Arena. The playoffs will begin next week.

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Kelowna's Scott Frandsen and partner Dave Calder of Victoria won the bronze medal in men's pairs at the Samsung World Rowing Cup in Lucerne, Switzerland. New Zealand won Sunday's 2000m race in 6:21.76, followed by Great Britain in 6:28.16, with Canada third in 6:29.47. "It was a good race," said Frandsen. "It was a bit bumpy in the middle, there was a bit of a wake or something, but we raced well. We want to win of course, but we are happy with the way we performed today." It’s Frandsen and Calder's first season back together as a pair since winning the silver medal at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. The Canadian duo will return to Victoria where they will continue to train for the World Rowing Championships Aug. 28 to Sept. 4 in Bled, Slovenia. The Canadian team won four medals in all in Switzerland, three on the final day in Olympic class boats.

Scott Frandsen "We came here to test our team's strength leading into the qualification regatta for the 2012 Olympics," said Rowing Canada Aviron High Performance Director, Peter Cookson, "and we ended up with six crews in the Olympic class A finals, with three medals in these categories. “There were three close finishes and a medal in a non-Olympic boat, so overall it was a good team performance.” Among other Canadian results in Lucerne, Kelowna's Will Dean was a member of the men's four crew which placed second in the C final and 14th overall.

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Crosthwaite honoured by Athletics Marshall Jones CONTRIBUTOR

She may have set provincial and national records in a half dozen track and field disciplines, but that wasn't why Gerda Crosthwaite was given a rare honourary lifetime membership to the Okanagan Athletics Club. She's been training and mentoring there for almost 15 years and brought two children through the club, but that wasn't why either. In fact, reading club materials doesn't even tell you why she was singled out with a lifetime of free club dues. Because no one thinks of her as a 73-year-old competitor. She is just a competitor, says head coach Pat Sima-Ledding. "Gerda to me is not a 73-year-old woman, she is an athlete and that is what she is," she says. "It's no different if I am training 13-year-old kids, we work on what she needs to work on and she has a competitive spirit and trains hard. The club itself is honoured to have her as a member." Crosthwaite never even started training until her own children were done with theirs. Sure she sometimes competes in an age 70 to 74 Masters category, but in some meets the masters class is age 20 and over. But it is in part

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PAT SIMA-LEDDING, head coach of the Okanagan Athletics Club (left) with Gerda Crosthwaite, 73, and now lifetime honourary member of the club her age that led the executive committee to give her the special designation. She has more than 20 years seniority on the next youngest athlete. SimaLedding says she is an inspiration to everyone in the club. "She sets the example," Sima-Ledding says. "For instance we had the Jack Brow (meet) and everyone was volunteering in the hot sun from early morning to late evening. I was exhausted after the weekend but with Gerda, you don't dare complain around her. She was doing exactly what we were doing."

Keep in mind, this isn't a breezy run in the mornings or a workout three days a week; Gerda is training as a competitor. She qualified for the World Masters Championships in Australia, but injured her hamstring in the first event. She is training now for the 2013 World Masters Championships in Turin, Italy. Gerda was trained many years ago by her own father. While competition wasn't the central part of her life after having children, Sima-Ledding says it's clear that she had talent and tenacity. "I always point to

her as an example. Her form is picture perfect; her leg-drive, arm-drive, her foot-strike, where muscle initiation occurs... it is beautiful to watch her run and long jump," she says. Sima-Ledding is trying to get back in competitive form herself after recent injury and remembers how difficult it is to ramp up. Since she has been at the club, she doesn't remember Crosthwaite ever being out of form, which she finds remarkable. "If I can move when I am 73, I will be happy," she says. "If I can compete at 73 I will be ecstatic."

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BC in the MJT’s first ever Interclub Competition. The winning team will receive free entry into the August 8 and 9 MJT Okanagan Junior Championship at Predator Ridge Golf Resort near Vernon. Juniors can play as members or non-members of the program, and registration for both the MJT British Columbia Series at the Harvest and the MJT Okanagan Junior Championship at Predator Ridge Golf Resort is online at www.maplejt. com; players can also call 1-877-859-4653. The Maple Leaf Junior Golf tour rewards players with prizes for top finishers in each of four age divisions as well as other prizes thanks to an impressive list of sponsors including Boston Pizza, Cleveland Golf, Srixon, Mr. Lube, Callaway, Odyssey, Sundog Eyewear, Gatorade, Canterbury Golf, Ogio, Firstar and more.

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Davies scores in Team B.C. win Kelowna Owls' player Sam Davies caught a 17yard touchdown pass to help lead Team B.C. past Team Manitoba 18-0 on Saturday at the 2011 Football Canada Cup in Lethbridge, Alta. The win advances B.C. to a berth in the semifinal on Tuesday against Team Quebec, with the winner earning a spot in the gold medal game. Davies' major came in the third quarter on a pass from Jordan Deverill and opened up an 11-0 lead for B.C. Davies, who will start at quarterback for the Owls in 2011, is one of four local players who was chosen to play for B.C. during the week long showcase of some of Canada's top under-18 highschool talent. The others are: Cole Mosychuk (KSS), Christian Hopper (Rutland) and Cameron Spence (Mt. Boucherie.) The players were selected from an initial list of 130 prospects, which was narrowed down to 62 players, and finally to 40 after a pair of evaluation camps.

The tournament features games involving teams from B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario West, Ontario East, Quebec and Nova Scotia. The Canada Cup festivities will run until this Friday at the University of Lethbridge.

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The team called KSS Touch dominated the first week of a new sports league in town. After defeating Advance Precast 6-1 in their opening game, the recent KSS grads repeated themselves, defeating the Ghost Riders by the same score in Rusty's Touch Rugby League. Dane Peterson led the way for the KSS Touch team, scoring four touchdowns in the two games. Dan Haynes scored another 3 for the league leaders, with Max Dreschler and Sebastian Christie adding a pair. Carlin Marshall also scored for the KSS team. Liam Chisholm scored the lone touchdown for Advance Precast, while Alex Crook scored for the Ghost Rid-

ers. Here are all the scores from the first night of the new touch rugby league: KSS Touch 6—Advance Precast—1 Crows Touch— 6—Bullet AC—2 Heavy Duty - 6 - No More Rubbers—1 KSSTouch—6— Ghost Riders—1 Crows Touch—4—No More Rubbers—4 Heavy Duty—5—Advance Precast—5 Ghost Riders— 5—Bullet AC - 4 Touch rugby is a new sport being introduced to the region by the Central Okanagan Rugby Enthusiasts, a society dedicated to promotion of the sport locally. Eight teams have signed up to participate in this new league. There is no tackling or kicking in touch rugby, just lots of running, passing and team play. The touch rugby league is sponsored by Rusty’s Steakhouse and Sports Bar. Fans can come watch the games on any Monday night. The first games begin at 6 p.m. at the Parkinson Recreation Centre fields. Each team plays two 30-minute games a night.

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Children Childcare Available AFTER School Care, Licensed pick-up Dorothea Walker & AME.Homework coaching incl. Sept spaces avail, 764-6109. ARE YOU looking for a great place for your kids this summer? Rutland Community School Children’s Centre offers Summer Sizzler Day Camps, just $29.00/day ($145.00/week). We are a licenced child care facility with great staff and tons of fun activities for the kids. Give us a call at 250-765-4052. AT TIGGER & ME Too Daycare: Spots available for 21/2 5year olds. Rutland. Call 250765-4900 Looking for Early Childhood Educator or ECE Assistant. 250-878-8444 HUNNY’S HOUSE Licensed Daycare, 12 full time spaces available, $650/mo 3-5yr olds. www.hunnyshouse.com email:hunnyshouse@hotmail.ca 250-807-2277

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YAMAOKA, SUTEO Passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2011 at the age of 99 years. Survived by her loving family: son Nobuo Yamaoka (Tomoye) of Kelowna; two grandchildren: Kevin Yamaoka (Marnie), Cyndi Bauslaugh (Tom); three great-grandchildren: Bret, Charlotte, Kaleb; two brothers and one sister. Predeceased by her husband Shotaro and four sisters. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the staff at Cottonwood Extended Care – Dogwood Unit. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, July 13th at 7:00 pm at the Kelowna Buddhist Temple, 1089 Borden Avenue, Kelowna, BC. Interment will take place at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springﬁeldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077.

HARRY HORACE WILLIAMS It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Horace Williams, age 88, on July 7, 2011, at Kelowna Hospice House after a short bout with bone cancer. Harry was born in New Tredegar, South Wales and immigrated with his family to Rutland BC in 1928. He is survived by wife Mary, his lifelong love and soul mate of almost 64 years; daughters, Linda Jensen (Bob)of Langley, Janet Naylor ( Steve) of Salmon Arm; son, Richard of Peace River; grandchildren, Lanni Bockhodt (Jeff), Kirsten Jensen, Stephanie Naylor, Scott Naylor, Kadyn Williams, Kody Davidson ; great grandchildren, Taryn and Jacob Bockhodt; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, 3 sisters and 1 brother. Harry will be remembered as both a gentleman and a gentle man who always put his family ﬁrst. A private graveside service will be held this week .The family invites everyone who knew and loved Harry to attend a celebration of his life on Sunday, July 31, 3:00 pm at The Bennett House, 1986 Bowes St. Park on Bowes, please, and enter through the gates at the end of the street. Bring a lawn chair if you can. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations to Kelowna Hospice House would be most appreciated. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com. Arrangements in care of First Memorial Funeral Services, (250) 762-2299.

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NEID, GARY GORDON Gary Gordon passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 6, 2011 at the age of 57. Survived by his loving wife Heidi, daughter Lisa Neid of Kelowna, brothers Allan (Pam) Neid of Kelowna, Stan (Laureen) Neid of Mission and Larry Neid of Kelowna, sisters Colleen (Don) Ivens of Kelowna, Deborah Neid (Bruce Pratt) of Kelowna and Marie Gibson of Edmonton, numerous nieces and nephews and uncle Larry Neid of Kelowna. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, July 15, 2011 at 7:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road. Flowers gratefully accepted. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077.

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Lola Ophelia Doreen Potash

At the tender age of 4 yrs old. Daughter of Isaac Potash and Jennifer Large and sister of Keagan Potash. Lola suffered from Dravet syndrome, but she shone through her syndrome like a flower grows through concrete. We were always amazed and impressed with her fierce courage, strength, determination, humor and her ability to shine love and joy through even her darkest hours. We could not have been more proud of her or more in love. We would like to thank her grandmother Doreen Large for the tremendous amount of hands on support she gave us every day of Lola’s life. Lola was always in the hands of someone who loved her, and her “Wawa” was strong enough to always fill Lola’s days with activities and hope. We could never have managed without her. We would also like to thank our warm community of family, friends, and health care workers, who always showed us compassion and support. We appreciated every frozen lasagna, hug, smile, and tear. We are blessed to live in a city with such an amazing, hardworking team of pediatricians. Dr. Kim Burrows responded to every page, saw us immediately, and was so kind to Lola that she would ask to go see her. She was amazing. We were also blessed to be a part of Canuck Place hospice house and it is difficult to put into words what they do for children like Lola and the families who love and support and care for these special children. And of course the Neurologists at Children’s hospital and their dedicated nurse clinicians, whom are so overloaded with cases, but manage to create life-saving care plans for thousands of children. We are humbled by your knowledge and dedication to such a difficult area of medicine. At this time we are choosing to grieve privately for Lola. We built our life around her and it will take time to figure out how to live without her. In her memory, please learn which families in your community are caring for children with medical difficulties and show these people support. It is amazing how far a batch of muffins, an extra hand at raking leaves, or even an inquiring phone call go. We will miss you dearly Princess Lola.

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SMART, ALICE MARY (ELMA) In her 100th Year

Elma Smart passed away peacefully on July 3, 2011 at the Village at Smith Creek. Alice Mary (Elma) Scott was born December 23, 1911 in Garmouth, Elgin, Scotland. She immigrated to Winnipeg, MB with her mother Margaret and older sister Edith in June 1913 to join her father Duncan. Sisters Nina, Marjorie, and Patricia were born in Canada. Elma worked for many years with the T Easton Co. in Winnipeg. Elma married William (Bill) Smart in 1945 and moved to Prince Albert, Saskatchewan where her first son Doug was born. Bill and Elma moved to Prince George BC in 1948. Elma immediately became active in Knox United Church including singing in the choir, and over the years providing leadership in CGIT, Sunday School, and the United Church Women. Son, Tom was born in 1954. Elma became active in the Girl Guides of Canada, first as a Brownie leader, and later as District and Divisional Commissioner. Elma then became a Kindergarten teacher completing her Kindergarten training program through UBC. Travel over the years included trips to England, Scotland and a bus tour of Europe. In all her endeavors Elma was noted for her humour, often performing or directing skits or sing-a-longs. Elma and Bill retired to Kelowna in 1973. Elma was active for a number of years at St. Paul’s United Church and TOPS Kelowna. Elma and Bill moved to the Westside Care Centre (now Village at Smith Creek) in 1992. Her husband Bill passed away in 1993. Elma was at first reluctant to move to Westside but quickly became a significant feature of the home and was deeply attached to it as her home for 19 years. The family wishes to thank all the staff at Village at Smith Creek for their care of Elma. Elma is survived by sons Doug (Merrilee) of Vancouver, and Tom (Jane) of Kelowna. She is also survived by grandchildren Andrew, Amy, Adam, and Avery, one great grand son Maddox, as well as nieces and nephews.

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Temporary vineyard labourers needed, in Lake Country and surrounding area, to start work Oct. 3, 2011. Candidates must be willing to work outdoors and in all seasonal conditions. On the job training is provided, duties incl. picking, grounds and vineyard maint. Starts at $9.25/hr. approx 40-50 hrs/wk. Please fax resume to: 766-3390 or email employment@graymonk.com

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Dental Receptionist (Full Time) with experience needed for busy Dental Practice, limited to Oral Surgery. The perfect candidate would be a self motivated team player with a sense of urgency. Work days include Saturdays. Reply to Box #9, c/o The Morning Star, 4407-25th Ave. Vernon, BC, V1T 1P5 Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-723-5051. Hard working reliable people for insulation trade. Must have own vehicle & cell phone. Fax resume to: 250-491-7867 LOOKING for a Carpenter or Carpenters Helper for exterior finishing (window & door installs) Must be hard working, punctual and have own vehicle.Wages DOE.250-717-5678 Looking for kitchen helper, we pay $13.00/hr.Must know English. singhpavneet47@yahoo.com Millwright with 4th Class Engineer ticket for food processing plant in North Okanagan. Please send resume to Box #2 4407 - 25th Ave, Vernon, BC, V1T 1P5 or Fax to: 250-5583468 Box #2 Atten: Jim PANAGO on Harvey Ave looking for permanent PT driver/ cook. Apply within. Weekdays, 10am-4pm. No calls please.

RS Line Contracting Co. Ltd. (a Western Canadian Powerline Company) is looking to hire the following for a project starting in the area:

• Ofﬁce Administrators • Equipment Operators/Truck Drivers • Labourers • Journey Linemen • Powerline Apprentices • Certiﬁed Safety Personnel

Travel Consultant required full or part-time. Great wage commissions, + beneﬁts. Min 1yr Exp. or Travel counselor course. Please send resume to: gina@missionparktravel.com WE require a Licensed Stylist wishing to work in a busy Salon. You would make above average earnings in a very friendly atmosphere, with ﬂexible hours. If you are looking for positive change, please come talk to us at ‘Jimmy Trims’, behind Wendys in the Cooper centre.

Home Stay Families Top wages/beneﬁts, non union Company. E-mail resumes attn: Matt to: mhforbes@rsline.ca Or fax to: 780-960-3543

SEASONAL School Photographers required for upcoming school season. Must have photography/computer experience and reliable vehicle. Training/equipment provided. Travel within Okanagan and West Kootenays is required. Letter & mandatory resume to peter@mountainwest.ca. STUDENTS ages 11 + up. Summer work. Up to $30per /day Call 1-250-718-3223 TITAM Transports, Now looking for Leased Operators & Long Distance Drivers for Canada & US hauling. 250869-2210. TJ’S The Kiddies Store, BC’S largest baby & childrens furniture store in Kelowna is accepting resumes for a PT position. Retail & computer exp an asset, apply in person at unit #4-360 Spedding Crt.,250860-2229 kelowna@tjskids.com

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FOOD COUNTER ATTENDANTS Frankie’s Burger Enterprises Inc. dba Fatburger hiring for their location in Kelowna, BC. Food Counter Attendants, Wages $11.10/hr, 40hrs/week + beneﬁts. Apply by fax: 604-637-8874 or by Email: fatburgerhr@hotmail.com

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AIRPORT MANAGER (Contract Position)

Reporting to the Manager of Public Works, this position oversees Airport business and is responsible for its daily operation on behalf of the City. The Airport Manager is responsible for the safe and efﬁcient operation of the Airport, consistent with Council goals and objectives, Transport Canada Regulations and all other applicable federal and provincial legislation. Please see our website at www.vernon.ca for a complete job description and method of application. Closing date is July 19, 2011. Please quote competition # 42-COV-11.

Leasing Account Manager VantageOne Leasing Inc.

VantageOne has been recognized by the Vernon Chamber of Commerce as 2011 Business of the Year and 2010 Employer of the Year. VantageOne recognizes that our most valuable assets are our employees. We offer continued growth and career advancement and competitive salaries for our employees. VantageOne Leasing Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of VantageOne Credit Union, is seeking an individual to fill the role of Account Manager in our Vernon, BC location. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to: •Review applications from lease clients and lease brokers to identify leasing needs and compile information; analyze financial statements and tax returns to assess credit worthiness; and complete lease applications and related documentation •Manage an assigned lease portfolio consisting of medium/large sized leases; including the approval of leases and rates within discretionary limits, recommending lease and rate requests outside of those limits. •Conduct credit investigations •Market our products and services •Positively contribute to team goals and actively develop an outstanding portfolio As the successful candidate, you will possess a minimum of 4-6 years commercial/ business lending or leasing environment. A related post-secondary education is preferred. VantageOne Leasing Inc. offers a competitive salary for this full time position. For more information about VantageOne and this position please visit our website at www.vantageone.net If you are interested in exploring this rewarding opportunity, please forward your resume and cover letter in confidence via email to Beki Held, Human Resources Manager, bheld@vantageone.net by Friday, July 22, 2011. We thank all those who express their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SPRAY PAINTER: minimum 2 years experience with all types of spray machines including but not limited to pressure pot sprayer and HV/LV sprayers. Permanent ful time - pay is $25/hr. Work is in Kelowna but must be able to work in surrounding areas in the future. Contact Bill at Greco’s Painting Ltd grecospainting@hotmail.com

Professional/ Management MEDIUM Duty Truck dealership in the Vancouver area requires a Parts & Services Manager. You must be experienced and have the ability to increase business by building an effective team and delivering exceptional customer service. Our company offers a competitive pay package with excellent beneﬁts in a fully-equipped ultra-modern facility. Apply in conﬁdence: candidates@look.ca

Trades, Technical Busy heavy equipment contractor looking for Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Must possess Inter-Provincial ticket and preference will be given to candidates having extensive field experience, good trouble shooting skills and a strong background with Caterpillar equipment. Cat E.T. and S.I.S experience would be considered an asset. Also looking for a Heavy Equipment Serviceman; Duties will include fuel and greasing equipment daily and servicing equipment on scheduled maintenance program. Successful candidate must possess a Class 3 drivers license. Preference will be given to candidates that have strong mechanical background. Please send resumes to:chelsea@windleycontracting.com or Fax to (250)-7580917 COMMERCIAL Transport Mechanic wanted, $35/hr. plus, afternoon shift, flexible work week, email resume to: lance@okews.com FLEET Supervisor/Maintenance Mgr. with Commerical Transport Mechanic designation , $35/hr. plus bonus, day shift, flexible work week, email resume: lance@okews.com LOUISIANA-PACIFIC Canada Ltd. requires an experienced Jour- neyman Electrician for our EWP Operation in Golden B.C. Email resume to: Audra.Stanton@LPCorp.com or fax to 250-344-8859.

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MORE CORE Diamond Drilling is looking for Experienced Diamond Drillers for hydraulic and conventional drills. Work is located in the US and Canada. Must have valid ﬁrst aid. Up to $600 a day + bonus. Send resumes w/ references to jobs@morecore.ca or fax (250) 636-9159.

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NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR / Technician wanted for More Core Diamond Drilling Services Ltd. Windows 7, SERVER 2008 and MCSE Program are essential to this position. Familiarity with ERP Software such as Timberline/ACCPAC/Solomon/Great Plains would be an asset as well. Ongoing software and hardware maintenance and monitoring are part of this position as well as participation in all radio, internet, and telephone communications programs. We require a “Team Player” who is willing to become part of the Accounting and Admin Team, and to have a regular role as an Administrator in addition to that of Technician. The position is located in Stewart, BC. Accommodation and meals are provided free of charge, and there is generous remuneration for the right candidate. All applications will be acknowledged and kept in the strictest conﬁdence. Application by email only to: ben@morecore.ca and cc to sean@morecore.ca

AFTER School Care, Licensed pick-up Dorothea Walker & AME.Homework coaching incl Sept spaces avail, 764-6109.

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Westwood Electric is an electrical contractor providing services to a wide range of industries in Western Canada. We offer a competitive compensation package with excellent benefits, and provide opportunities for growth and development within the organization. We are currently recruiting for the position of Estimator to be based in our office in Vernon, British Columbia. The Estimator will focus on industrial construction estimates (including oil & gas, mining, utilities, wood products and power generation) in the Electrical discipline. The Estimator will be accountable for all assigned estimates to ensure accurate cost compilation based on tender documents, site conditions, trade specific factors and industry standards. The successful candidate responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: • Estimate potential projects and be accountable for establishing the real cost of direct labour, indirect labour, general expenses and subcontractors, including any necessary factors of a specific project. • Generate Request For Information (RFI) and tender clarifications • Estimate actual cost to perform scope change work within existing contracts. • Assist in the development of industry specific estimating assemblies in the estimating software. The ideal candidate for the position will possess the following attributes and qualifications: • 3 years of industrial electrical construction estimating experience or trade related industry experience. Journeyperson’s seeking steady employment in the Vernon area are ideal. • Basic understanding of National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) labour factoring. • Solid knowledge and experience in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) • Understanding of AccuBid is an asset. All applications will be handled in confidence and should be e-mailed, quoting posting # 12-E5T-KCN to jobs@westwoodcompanies.com or faxed to (780) 986-4329. Additionally, Westwood is seeking Project Coordinators, Superintendents, Material Coordinators, and Site Safety Coordinators for project work in the Ft. McMurray area. Please visit our career section on our website at www.westwoodcompanies.com for details on how to apply.

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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. 604687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM).

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Cleaning Services 1# NU MAID “Making U House Proud”! Professional. Reliable. 250- 215-1073 Housecleaning Excellence. Years of Exp. Honest & Reliable. Ref.’s Avail. Kelowna Area. Call Suzanne, 763-7284

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

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Countertops GRANITE SLAB SALE 30% OFF All Kitchens, kitchen counters, bathroom counters, vessel sinks. 150 colors to choose from GREAT QUALITY & SERVICE Open 9-4 Mon-Fri, 10-2 Sat. Showroom: 1115 Gordon Dr. Free Est. 250-870-1577 CUSTOM ROCKCOUNTERS.COM

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Fencing

Garage Door Services GARAGE Doors- install, service, repair all makes of doors & openers. 250-878-2911

Garden & Lawn 1-1-1- All Exterior Hedge & Tree Specialist. Downsizing, pruning, artistic shaping & removing of hedges & trees. Ins. Call Dave, 250-212-1716 $29.95 “Lawn Cutting Great rates on all yard work.Fence repair & Painting250-863-7539 Edging Cedars - buy direct from grower, 6ft.-10 for $200, We deliver, Budget Nurseries, toll free 1-866-498-2189, www.budgetnurseries.com JIM’S MOWING. Same day service. Fully insr’d. Aerating/ Top Dressing. 250-310-5467 KELOWNA LAWN & Irrigation. Spring start-up and repairs. Gerry at 250-769-8717 LITZ LAWN CARE, weekly mowing, fertilizing, pwr. raking, hedge trimming & gen. yrd. clean-ups. Free Est. 764-6404 Please don’t cuss or make a fuss. We ‘ll cut your lawn, Just call us, Art & Lynda 250-7650286, cell 250-718-4340 TAM’S Gardening. Clean-ups/ Maint. Planting, weeding, pruning & more. 250-575-3750 TOP SOIL $20/yd. Compost Mix $35/yd., Ogogrow, Gravel, Rocks, Mulches 250-868-3380

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

Handypersons Home Repairs Int & Ext, Flooring, Painting, Demolition, Fences, Decks, Any Home Repair or Any Landscaping Needs, Construction Site Clean-Ups, Licensed & Insured, Kelowna 250-718-2509 Penticton 250-809-1454 NEED a hand inside or out from painting to yard work. 250-215-1712, 250-768-5032 TERRY’S Handyman Service. Indoor/outdoor painting, carpentry, furniture repair, dump runs, No job too small! 250575-4258 or 250-450-6939

Home Improvements NEED Help? Paint, Tile, Carpentry, Drywall, light Electrical & Plumbing. 250-869-6577 OLD SCHOOL Construction. Renovations large & small. Done right the ﬁrst time. Lic & ins. Senior discount. Cory Doell 250-862-7094

PROJECTS BY NEUMAN Repair, replace or renovate without having to re-ﬁnance. Straight labour rate. No over site fee. Material at cost. Tim @250.878.6245 or tneuman@telus.net WELL BUILT CONSTRUCTION

Renovation experts. Int/Ext. Ins’d. Call 250-826-2284 Your Home Renovation Specialist, Framing, Flooring all types, Basement ﬁnishing + Bathrooms, Decks, Sheds, Garages, Rooﬁng, Additions Fences, Cleaning Landscaping, Demolition, Residential & Commercial, Kelowna 250718-2509 Penticton 250-8091454

Home Repairs LARRY’S Handyman & Reno Serv., Lg. & Sm. jobs, Grafﬁtti Removal etc., 250-718-8879

Irrigation/Sprinkler Systems

ALL KINDS OF FENCES, 6x8 Cedar panels starting @ $65. Gates & custom orders, staining 250-491-4622 www.akf.ca

WEST-WIND Now booking for irrigation start up, repairs & installs. Call 250-860-0025

Floor Reﬁnishing/ Installations

Professional Sanding & Finishing. Dustless Sanding System. Supply & Install of all ly atural 250-470-7406 N The Best types of Hardwood.

www.elitehardwoodﬂoors.ca

DO you need any yard work done? No job to small or to large! Call Calvin at OKV Landscape today for your free estimate! Current maintenance special of $40/h for 2 well ﬁt and experienced workers. 100% Worksafe insured, reliable, and affordable! 250-863-2324 or go online at www.okvlandscape.com

Edging Cedars - buy direct from grower, 6ft.-10 for $200, We deliver, Budget Nurseries, toll free 1-866-498-2189, www.budgetnurseries.com FULL landscaping, rock walls, soil screening. Tremblay’s Excavating. 250-979-8033 GLM Landscaping & Irrigation 12% Discount!!! Custom landscaping 250-864-5450 Hands Free Maintenance. Window, gutters, yard maint, pressure wash. 250-718-2963 MADAHAR Landscaping & Maint. Mowing, hedge trimming, shrub pruning, fertilizing, irrigation repair, small tree & shrub removal & planting. OgoGrow & Bark Mulch. Call 250-212-1024

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

Misc Services ALL KINDS OF FENCES, 6x8 Cedar panels starting @ $65. Gates & custom orders, stainning,250-491-4622www.akf.ca

Moving & Storage

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AAA Best Rates Moving $59+. “Why Pay More” Short/Long Distance. Free Est. Res/Comm, 861-3400 FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. 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 small470-8194 NORTH END Moving Service Local/Long Distance. Free Estimates 250-470-9498

Painting & Decorating 100% AFFORDABLE Painting Exp, quality. Int Paint/ceilings. Winter Specials. Terry 8639830 or 768-1098 110% P&D Painting, 34yrs exp. Clean quality work, reas rates. Free est. 250-769-9068 CALL COR’S PAINTING. On time, on budget. Neat & tidy. Lic & ins. Senior discount. Cory Doell 250-768-8439

Plumbing DREGER MECH. Plumbing, Gasﬁtting, comm/res & reno, ins’d, 24hr. Call 250-575-5878. King Rooter Plumbing 24 HR Emergency Service. Licenced Bonded & Insured . 878-7959 KOSKI Plumbing-Heating Gas Fitting Reno’s Res. Bonded/Insured Troy @ 718-0209

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

Rooﬁng & Skylights GERMAN MASTER ROOFER. Over 30yrs exp. on all kinds of roofs. New Reroof & Repair. Tradesman + Best price Warranty. Free estimate. Call Steffen, 250-863-8224 Master & Visa.Card www.teamgerman.com. RIGHT Way Rooﬁng. Specializing in repairs & re-roofs. Much more!Ask 250-808-1473 RYDER ROOFING LTD. Free est, ‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’ 250-7653191.

Rubbish Removal MITTEN & Son Disposal Serv. Rubbish & junk removal. Res/ Comm. 778-755-5772

LARRY’S LITTLE DUMPER We haul little loads of anything, landscaping materials, & Junk to the dump. 250-7181114 Demolition and Rubbish Removal, Dump Hauls, Garbage, Metal Removal, Clean-Ups, Construction site Clean-Ups, Dirty Jobs our Specialty, Licensed, Kelowna 250-7182509 Penticton 250-809-1454

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

250-859-9053

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

Tiling GREAT TILE & DESIGN Every kind of tile work by European standards. Fair Prices. Talk to Anatolij (250)-863-8484 OKANAGAN Stone & Tile. 25yrs exp. Free estimates. All work gauranteed. Reno’s to tile. Call Gary, 250-317-4770

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

Merchandise for Sale

Building Supplies BUY DIRECT! Fence Panels, Fencing, Siding, Decking, Rough Lumber, Posts & Beams. 1-800-838-6036 or 250-546-6038 Quality Patio Covers @reasonable prices. www.glaluminumpatiocovers.com

$100 & Under Barbecue Used once $50 (250)768-5379 Chest Freezer (medium size) $75 obo (250)766-1470 Compost bin $20 (250)7685379 DININGROOM table, 6chairs leaf, brown w/beige upholstery, $80. 250-763-8018 Laptop $150 (250)768-5379

Tree Services 1-1-1- All Exterior Hedge & Tree Specialist. Downsizing, pruning, artistic shaping & removing of hedges & trees. Ins. Call Dave, 250-212-1716 1DANGEROUSTREE/HEDGE REMOVAL, ﬁrewood, 20+yrs exp. Paul @ 250-212-6070 STANS CHIPPING. Tree Removal & Chipping. Free Est. 808-2447. Licensed & Insured.

MADE you Look! Make your ad stand out with one of our Ad Toppers, only $1.00/day! PORTABLE Singer Sewing Machine, $80 obo. 250-7638018 White Wood, 6 Drawer Dresser & Mirror $59 (250)765-6104

Trucking/ Bull Dozing

2008 White Frigidaire Range, like new, $175 (250)-765-6104

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

Window Cleaning BROTHERS Window Cleaning Res., Comm., Gutters, Painting. WCB Ins. 250-317-1029

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay COW HAY FOR SALE! $3.00/bale. (250)547-9821 First cut Alfalfa grass mix, square bale, barn stored, $6.50/bale. 1 (250)547-6816 *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763. Quality of horse hay. 65lb bales, $4.50 each. 250-5463162.

Pets Border Collie Aus. Shepherd X, 1st shots, 8wks $300. Free Kittens. 250-547-9206 CHAMPION PUREBRED PITBULLS . Comes with papers and shots. 8 weeks on July 17. $2000-$3000 obo. Call Courtney 250-869-7837 CUTIE Celia is ready, just 11 wks old, $450.Good with kids, CKC reg, vet checked,dewormed and vaccinated , shots taken, coming with registration papers. s.wallace43@yahoo.com

KENNEL & GROOMING BUSINESS FOR SALE Located on 5.4 beautiful acres with 3 bedroom home. Can be viewed at refreshingpaws.com PUREBRED Golden Retriever Pups. Home raised, great temperament & ready to go. Only 4 left! $650 includes vet check & 1st vac. Call 250-868-8573 or 250-5758499.

Purebred Golden Retriever Puppies 8 weeks old, Ready for a good home. $500 (250)878-8954 REGD Persian, Himalayan and Exotic (teddy bear Persian) kittens. Shots, health guarantee. $450 to $600. 250764-4052

$200 & Under

One kid wonder? Why pay more? Black & Gold Graco Carseat stroller & 2 bases $150 obo (250)862-6572 Wall unit Entertainment Centre with 30” TV. $175 (250)766-1470 Washer & Dryer $125 (250)769-3268

$400 & Under CENTRAL Vacuum, New Attachments. $389 OBO No HST, 250-762-3468.

Farm Equipment Cub Cadet 1740 Hyro stat 14” mower snow plow chains trailer to match excellent cond garage kept. $2000 obo (250)769-1092

Free Items 2 DOVES with cage. One miniature rabbit (litter trained) Leave message at 765-2825. 3 male Alpacas. Call 250-8614085 leave msg Black & Decker Lawn Mower. Westside (250)769-1548 FIRE Wood, Curly Willow. You harvest trees, 250-768-9171. FREE 2 female kittens to a good home. Call (250)4509402 FREE hay. Call 250-765-0574 FREE Hot Tub call (250)7693268 Free pickup, aluminum, windows, wire, pipe from reno’s & batteries. 250-717-0581 FREE Pick-up of used bicycles that you no longer want. Ok if need repair 604-800-2104

Furniture ANTIQUE To MODERN Home Furnishings for all Budgets & Tastes. Come to OK Estates Furniture and More. 3292 HWY 97N (beside Sheepskin Boutique) Tue-Sat, 11-5. 250807-7775 okestates.ca DINING Room table with 6 chairs, buffet & hutch. 250469-8378. Call Mrs. Robertson for details DINING table, hutch & chairs, $100. 2 Student desks, $10/each. Pine kitchen table with 6 chairs, $150. Call 7646135

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Garage Sales

Furniture

ESTATE Sale. Sat July 9, 9 to 1 pm. # 21-2200 Gordon Drive (the Fountains). Rain or Shine. Access off Gordon.

IN-STOCK Now! Pre-Owned and NEW Office Furnishings! Dozens of folding Chairs $39.00, Rental Return Office Chairs from $88.00 Folding Tables, Oak Wood Desks Office Panels & More! Total Office Business Furnishing New and Preowned Furniture Visit us at 420 Banks Road Mon. to Fri. 8.00 4.30pm Call Susanna Today (250)717-1626

GLENMORE Fri & Sat 8-5 Sun 9-2 Moving sale 1613 Willow Cres. Art, pottery, glazes, garden, patio, furn. & More!!!!! ROCK & Gem Sale. 1565 Stafford Rd. July 16, 9-6, July 17, 9-4. No early birds please. ANTIQUE ESTATE SALE 6011 TURNER AVE off Princeton Rd. (Peachland) Fri.1-4 Sat 8-2 Sun 102 250 494 3125

Free Items

Furniture

✮ FREE PALLETS ✮ MADE you Look! Make your ad stand out with one of our Ad Toppers, only $1.00/day!

Medical Supplies WHEELCHAIR with wheels, 250-469-8378. Mrs. Robertson for details

new Call

Misc. for Sale BRAND new 5 stage reverse osmosis water ﬁltration system. Retail price: $795. Now: $250. Call 250-863-1544

Help yourself to pallets stacked at the front of the Capital News building located at 2495 Enterprise Way

(Next to Kelowna Chrysler)

Heavy Duty Machinery

Misc. for Sale

A-STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges 20’40’45’53’ Used / Damaged 40’ insulated makes great shop. Only $2300! Needs door and 40’HC $2800 No Rust! Semi Trailers for Hiway & storage. Delivery BC and AB Call 24 hrs 1-866-528-7108 www.rtccontainer.com

A FREE Telephone Service. Get your ﬁrst month free. Bad credit, don’t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today Toll-Free 1-866-884-7464. VALLEY - WIDE MEATS Lean ground beef, $2.25/lb. Extra lean hamburger patties, $4/lb. Call 250-838-7980.

Sales & Service Directory CONTRACTORS

Licensed & Insured “Renovation Experts” Interior/exterior Prompt, clean and reliable Insured 250-826-2284 wellbuiltconstruction@shaw.ca

765-6898 In business since 1989

GUTTER & DOWNSPOUTS

HANDYMAN

Kelowna Gutter Cleaning & Repair

Larry’s Handyman & Renovation Services • Interior & Exterior Renovations • Carpentry • Painting • Small Repairs • Pressure Washing

• Fix leaks • 20 years. experience • Fascia sofﬁt repairs • Downpipes • Re-Slope

250.718.6718

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

250-718-8879

MOVING North End Moving Services

“The Professionals”

• Local/long distance • Storage Available • No job too small • Free Estimates Call Joe Anytime 250-470-8194

Ph: 250-869-0697 Cell 250-470-9498

RENOVATIONS EXPERIENCED CRAFTSMEN QUALITY WORKMANSHIP

• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall

• Kitchen Remodels • Painting • Plumbing

SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST

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

MEMBER

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

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

Independently Owned and Locally Operated

TILING TILE SETTER

Artistic Ceramics.

Custom tile setting. Travertine, marble, granite & ceramic. Decks, kitchen, baths. Guaranteed work.

Call 250-870-1009

DCR Contracting c. 250.862.1746

e. dcrcontracting@shaw.ca concrete decks & stairs, wood decks, renovations, int/ext, res/ comm, licensed & insured. Free Est.

IRRIGATION/ SPRINKLER WEST-WIND IRRIGATION

We are now taking bookings for irrigation startups & repairs. We also offer free estimates on irrigation installations or major alterations. Call West-Wind Irrigation Ltd.

at 250-860-0025

A & S Electric

Residential & Commercial Wiring, New Construction, Renovations & Service Changes. Complete telephone & data cabling services, Prompt quality service. Licensed & Bonded Call Steve 250-864-2099 (cont#90929)

KITCHEN CABINETS KITCHEN PRO DON’T REPLACE, REFACE 778-753-5776

Kitchen cabinets & vanity refacing. Replace doors, update crown, modern hardware, counters, tile splash. Bring your old cabinets up to date at a fraction of the cost. www.kpro.ca

AFFORDABLE PAINTING

Senior’s Specials Experience & Quality New Homes & Repaints Ceilings Bondable. Insurance Work Call Terry

250-863-9830 or 250-768-1098

Call Gary 250-317-4770

Canada for 34 years. FREE Estimates Clean & reliable work

250-769-9068

ROOFING

RYDER ROOFING LTD. 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.’

250-765-3191

TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATING LTD.

•Full Landscaping •Rock Retaining Walls •Portable Soil Screener •Excavators & Bobcat Loaders CELL: (250) 979-8033 BUS: (250) 861-1500

LANDSCAPING

RIGHTWAY ROOFING

Tar Gravel/Repairs/Torch On/All types of roofs/Sun decks. Much more, just ask. JOHN BROOKE

250-808-1473

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

For All Your Tree Care Needs Complete Tree Removal • Shaping • Thinning • Crown Reduction • Stump Grinding • Fully Insured • WCB

250-212-8656

CALL 250-864-5450

glmenterprises@rogers.blackberry.net

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

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

250-718-8879

• Postholes • Forklifting • Backﬁlling & Compacting • S/Axle Dump Truck Hauls • Mini Excavator Service

We install, service, & repair all makes of doors & openers. FREE ESTIMATES • INSURANCE CLAIMS • SENIOR DISCOUNTS Call Mon.-Fri. 8-4:30 pm

250-763-4044 250-470-2598

250-878-2911

LAWN & GARDEN

MAINTENANCE

SAME DAY SERVICE FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES

Lawn Maintenance, Yard Clean-Ups, Pruning/Hedges, Gardening, Gutters, Rubbish Removal, Odd Jobs BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY CUT NOW!

Call 310-JIMS(5467) www.jimsmowing.ca

HANDS FREE LANDSCAPING

All landscaping & maintenance, pressure washing, window & gutter cleaning. Nature’s Gold soil & gravel. Dethatching & aeration, driveway sealing.

Jason 250-718-2963

PLUMBING 2500 OFF 1ST SERVICE CALL

Royal, fast, dependable service LICENSED, BONDED & INSURED 24 Hour Emergency Service

Ph. 250-878-7959

RUBISH REMOVAL Serving Kelowna & Surrounding Area • Rubbish and Junk Removal • Appliances & Furniture • Yard Waste & Clean Up Residential & Commercial - FREE ESTIMATES

(778)755-5772

•Complete Plumbing Repairs •Video Camera Inspection & Line Locating •Turbo Jet Sewer & Drain Cleaning •Back Flow Prevention •Renovations & Additions •Seniors Discount

Get this space working for you! Call 250-763-7114

TRUCK/ BULL DOZING

TNTTRUCKING No load too small • BARK MULCH • SAND • GRAVEL • YARD CLEAN-UP • JUNK REMOVAL LIGHT FLAT-DECK Nick Nixon - Trish Nebot Cell 250-862-0821 Ofﬁce 250-765-2778

WELDING

Neighborhood Trucking & Delivery

Top Soil • Ogo Gro • Gravel • Sand • Bark Mulch We remove: yard refuse, small trees, junk CHUCK 250-870-1138

We accept “When the Big Guys are Too Big We Deliver”

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

250-863-4418

FEATURING

Larry’s Handyman

OVERHEAD DOORS

WE PAY THE HST

• Landscaping • Irrigation • Rock Wall • Allan Block • Aeration • Spring Cleanup • Power Rake

ABC

Al’s Bobcat Service • Soil/Rock Installs

GLM ENTERPRISES

Mitten & Son Disposal Service

TREE SERVICES

OKANAGAN STONE & TILE 25 yrs. experience. Free estimates. All work guaranteed, Renos to tile.

DEREK’S PAINTING Serving Western

GARAGE DOOR SERVICES

EXCAVATION

PAINTING

Joe’s Moving Service

Local or Long Distance Polite & Professional

ELECTRICAL

To book your space, call

250-763-7114 and speak with a classiﬁed rep today!

AFFORDABLE PAINTING

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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Merchandise for Sale

Misc. for Sale M A D E y o u Look! Make your ad stand out with one of our RED ENVELOPE - Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit: www.redenvelope.com/Jewel for an extra 20% off or Call 1888-473-5407. SAWMILLS FROM only $3997 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/ 400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDING Sale... Specials from $5 to $12/sq. ft. Great pricing on absolutely every model, width and length. Example: 30’W x 50’L x 16’H. Now $10,500.00. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1800-668-5422.

Misc. Wanted CASH Paid for quality used Records, Cd’s & Books. Pandosy Books, #138-1889 Springﬁeld Rd. 250-861-4995 $$ I’M a private buyer/collector 1950’s, 60’s and older 10¢, 25¢, 50¢ & $1.Also special edition coins like older Olympic.All conditions! US & Canadian. Todd 250-864-3521

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

Real Estate Acreage for Sale 13.9 Treed Acres near Edgewood, Arrow, and Whatshan Lakes. $89,500. 250-442-3035 20 ACRE Ranch Foreclosures Near Booming El Paso, Texas Was $16,900, Now $12,900, $0 Down, take over payments, $99/mo. Beautiful views, owner ﬁnancing, FREE map/pictures 800-755-8953.

5.4 Acres, 3 bdrm home with attached 1 bedroom suite PLUS income potential, see

www.refreshingpaws.com

Will consider trade for smaller home in Kelowna area.

9.88 acres of solitude with beautiful lake views, modular home, opportunity for future developement, not in ALR. RU2 zoning allows 2nd home. 5 mins from Wal Mart. Ask about ﬁnancing. Call Les G at 250-870-8702

Apt/Condos for Sale 1bd 1bth, 2nd ﬂr pool, sauna, 1 pk. Encl. balcony. To view www.comfree.com #249559. $129,888 obo 250-487-8917 FORECLOSURE! 2bdrm, 1150 sqft. $165,000. Lloyd Tav. 215-5607. Mac Realty

Business for Sale WELL ESTABLISHED jewellery/goldsmith business for sale (with or without the building) at Rocky Mountain House, AB. Will consider trades. For more info please call Bill at 780-719-6099 or email to: bjjewell@shaw.ca

Houses For Sale ******* OKHomeseller.com Where smart sellers meet smart buyers! View Thompson Okanagan properties for sale.// Selling? No Commission. (250) 545-2383 or 1-877-291-7576 3bdrm heritage hse, in Lumby On large lot. Near all amens. $214,900. 250-547-9659 3bdrm house. Shuswap River view 1.03 acres, beautiful garden, peace, privacy. New roof, RV storage, lrg shop w/garage. $359,900. (250)838-7929 3 BDRM RANCHER ON ACREAGE, 1 BATH, WOOD STOVE, SHARED HYDRO, MINUTES FROM COW RIVER/TRIAL, 15 MINS TO DUNCAN. 250-7493188

BUY old houses regardless of condition good or bad, private, pay cash. 250-860-0996

Tuesday, July 12, 2011 Capital News

Real Estate

Rentals

Houses For Sale

Commercial/ Industrial

Homes for Rent

LOWER Mission, Cozy Studio Guesthouse, quiet neighbourhood, private yard, close to beach, bus, & greenway. Single, mature female. NS, NP. Avail Aug. 1. 1 year lease req. $600/mth + util. 250-767-0065

37 Houses 3, 4 Or 5 Bdrms Under $2300. Stop Wasting Time Sifting Through Listings Let Us Do It For You. 250-8601961. www.cdnhomeﬁnders.ca

For Sale By Owner

6 1/2 Acres with Cape Cod Style 4bdrm 3bath Lakeview Home Priv setting Only 15 min to DT, Kelowna 5 min To UBC $619,000 (250)-215-1324 FORECLOSURE! 3 bdrm, 2 bth home. $220,000. Lloyd Tav. 215-5607. Mac Realty MORTGAGES LOW RATES. 5YR. 3.59% VARIABLE 2.25% Trish at 250-470-8324

Mobile Homes & Parks DEBT RELIEF? DIVORCE? Cute 2BR Mobile by Dilworth Mall for trade as down payment towards your house. Donn, 250-860-9951

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

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You’ll Get the Best buy from our factory outlet featuring Palm Harbor Homes. Show Homes at 1680 Ross Rd. www.accenthomes.ca (250)-769-6614 Home packages available for your land or we have spaces/pads available. Bank/Credit Union Financing approved product. Done right installations and genuine service for over 40 years.

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

Other Areas TEXAS LAND Foreclosures! 20/40 acre tracts. Near growing El Paso-Was $16,900 (USD) Now $12,900 (USD) $0 down, take over payments, $99/month. (USD) Beautiful views, owner ﬁnancing, free map/pictures. 866-484-0857 (US)

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent BRAND NEW! CENTRE POINT

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

250.762.7770

RentCentrePoint.com 1BD, Central Rutland, outdr pool, ug prking, quiet building, $750. 250-769-5259 1BD suites in Quiet Building! Affordable 55+ seniors, DT Kel, highrise, balcony w/ beautiful city views. Freshly reno’d, spacious and bright, FS, NP, NS, $550 inl utils. 763-2660. 2BD, 2bath, W. Kelowna. Spectacular lakeview, 700sqf deck, upgraded, nearly new. $1395 utils incl. 250-859-1300. Virtual tour: www.okbccondos.com/brown2114.html.706 2BDRM. Great location. Gertsmar Rd. Close to amenities & bus. Fridge, stove, w/d, free park., big yard. $900/mo. No pets. Call Gilles 250-470-0000 2BDRM UBC/Quail Upgraded Deluxe Furn. Top Floor. Avail. now. $1495 + utilities. Call 250-859-1300. To view: okbccondos.com/cc1614.html. FOR VACA RENTAL ALSO. 3BDRM+DEN. Newer Home for rent. Close to shopping & Hwy. Lndry. $1250/mo. Avail immed. 250-718-5160 BELGO AREA, Rutland Rd. South. 2bd, $900 + hydro, f/s, NO PETS, bus route, Avail. now. 250-491-3345, 869-9788

BEST DEALS IN KELOWNA!

Affordable 1, 2 & 3 Bdrms AC, near schools, shopping & bus route. Insuite laundry H.Up’s. Across from Park. Clean Quiet & Spacious. Sorry NO Pets. Well Managed Building 250-861-5605

1000 sq. ft. Ofﬁce Trailer fully serviced on fenced 1/2 acre. Zoned Heavy Industrial Including Auto Wrecking. $2500 + triple net. Central Westside Location 250-769-7424 1/2 - 4 acre serviced, fenced industrial lots for lease. Light, heavy or industrial use including auto wrecker & storage. 7000sq’ serviced coverall shelter for storage or workspace or build to suit. Westbank Industrial Park. 250-769-7424 900SF Warehouse/ Ofﬁce w/600sf. mezzanine & 12’x20’ overhead door, incl. 10’x20’ fnc’d. area, $1000/mo.+tax. 250-258-6566 HWY 97 North, 1500-3300sq’ of ind. space & compound+ 1acre of industrial fenced yard. 250-765-3295, 250-860-5239 HWY Front avail at 1698 Ross Rd Ship/rec doors, prking C1 6500sq. ft. @ $12.00 per sq. ft. 250-769-6614

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Mobile Homes & Pads 2 BDRM updated mobile home. Close to Kelowna WalMart. 5 appl., large yard, pets upon approval. $975. Call 250300-1079 evenings

Fruit & Vegetables

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

250-763-7114

ARLO’S HONEY FARM

HARSH BASSI ORCHARD Selling fresh orchard picked cherries. 527 Valley Rd. Glenmore & 625 Hollywood Rd (between Hwy 33 & Springﬁeld.) 250-869-2371 Taking orders July & August.

Fresh Vegetables, Tours, and so Much More! 11am to 4 pm Daily 4329 Bedford Lane 250-764-2883

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Duplex / 4 Plex 2 bdrm close to ammeties NS 5 appls. On the Westside. Ref’s & DD. (250)769-6515 3BD 2 bath, 5 appls. Close to ammen. $1350 + 65% utils. Pets neg. July 1st, 765-3588 . 3 BDRM 1/2 Duplex. Clean, quiet, Rutland area. No appl. Suitable for mature tenants. Avail. July 15. NS, NP, NP. 250-765-8096 4 PLEX - 2 BDRM $900 821 Saucier Ave. Attractive. Adult orientated. Prefer working/retired person(s). 1/2 utils. 250-764-2542, 250-300-3352 Modern 1bdrm in 4plex. Ideal for quiet lifestyle person. Laundry & patio. $775 utilities included. Call 250-762-4951

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$$$$ HOT PRICE $$$$ 140 Asher Rd. only $259,500 ```Vendor Relocating```

Quality 2007 Built Condo 1260 sqft. 2 bdrm 2 bath, den, 6 appls, secure UG parking, lake city & mtn views. Ideal walk to everything in uptown Rutland. Best Buy in the building, Call John before it’s Gone! 250-878-8833

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LOCATION!! LOCATION!! Lrg kitchen w/beautiful bright family rm & gas FP, 1300 sq.ft up, 1086 sq.ft. down, 4bd 2ba, decks, ﬁnished WO bsmt w/potential in-law suite, insul. 9’ x 12’ workshop,updates. Fabulous view on quiet no-through St. schools,bus,amenities, edging on(ALR) West Kelowna, BC No Agents Please Phone # (250) 768-7498 Castanet.net/showproduct. #1029128 PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $150,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: 1 precious 3 acre parcel, owner ﬁnancing. 250-558-7888

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Homes for Rent

OPEN HOUSE Saturday July 9 1pm-4pm

1BD Carriage House downtown, FS, WD, carport, yard area, $850+utils, NP. Aug 1st. 250-878-5737 2BD. Cottage in Country setting w/scenic view, just 5min. fr. Orchard Park., quiet, clean, pet neg., pref. working cpl, ns, $995.+util. 250-762-6627 2bdrm Kiliney Beach, Fintry area, 1bth,n/p n/party huge lot, $1050. Refs. 604-596-5645. 3BD, 1bth, kit, dnngrm, util rm, 16x44 patio, view prop 7min to Rutland shopping centre, schl, bus, spring water on scenic 22 acres, Goudie Rd. WD, FS. $1200. 250-765-1646 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Lower Mission, 2800sqft 3 bdrm. $30,000 in new renos. Large bonus room. Hardwood floors. 1 block from beach, backs onto park, 1 block from Mission Creek Greenway, 1 block to H2O Center. $2200/mo. Call 250764-6135 FOR rent or lease to own: Like new, 3bd, 2 storey home in the Upper Mission. Fenc’d & landscaped yard, $2000 utils incl. Immed Poss. 250-764-0900 LAKEVIEW, 3bd, 2 full bths, lrg livingrm, sundeck, newly painted. $799. Call 250-7661314, 250-718-1975 LAKEVIEW Heights w/Lakeview.2bdrm Up 1bath sunroom Gas FP A/C Newly reno’d. 1bdrm Down 1bath elect FP all new appls. 2car garage. NoDogs. NS $1500+utils Avail now.For Details 250-769-1092 LAKEVIEW, Mission, quiet cul-de-sac. 2bd, 2.5bath, finished rec room/office & gas fireplace. Nr beach & dog prk. Maple kitchen and floors, dogs neg, ref’s, NS. 1 yr lease, $1500/mo. Aug/Sept, 7620317. Winfield, 3 bdrm, 2 bath house, quiet area, $1275 + util.,n/s, n/p,250-548-3378.

2 bdrm 2 bath Condo 1088 sqft. 5 appliances Large Laundry Room Mountain View UnderGround Parking Storage room Balcony facing West

Hear rippling sounds of Mission Creek. 1240 Creek St. (cul-de-sac) 1 neighbor, 3bd, 2.5bth, new ﬂooring in upper living area, 2300sq’. Large cov’d deck, 5appl, AC, lrg yard/ garden/ fruit trees, ug sprinklers, 1 owner. $445,000. By appointment, 250-763-5217

$227,500

Terrific location - walk to shopping & Mill Creek Greenway. Open concept, level entry, 3 bd, 3bath townhouse ; updt kitchen & flooring, gas FP, main flr laundry, fin. bsmt, grg. 1-2 small pets allowed. Quiet 55+complex. A must see! Asking $344,900 :Realtors welcome. #9-1874 Parkview Cres. Cell 250-317-4025, Business days 250-860-0585 Evenings 778-753-1716

Newly updated 2134 sq.ft. family home on a cul-de-sac, in West Kelowna, Glenrosa. Close to schools and bus route. 4bdr, 2+ bath, vaulted ceilings, wood ﬁreplace, A/C, covered deck, storage shed, in-ground pool with equipment, fenced yard, underground sprinklers, garage and extra parking. $369,900 ph. 250-801-3770

Call 250-860-2964 to verify.

Taking orders for FRESH CHERRIES.

KEMPF ORCHARD U-PICK Open Daily Mon -Sat 8:30am-6:00 Sun 8-3 Quality you can trust ! 1409 Teasdale Rd. 250-765-1797 CHERRIES - You pick or picked, $1.50/lb. 513 O’Keefe Crt. 250-765-0589

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QUALITY CHERRIES Most Varieties, Including Sour Cherries. Available from July 10th 2591 Butt Rd Westbank Call Andy 250-859-2049 to conﬁrm.

Everyday 10-5. 417 Valley Rd. Glenmore. 250-864-1513 Start June 30 YOU-PICK Cherries. Stella variety. $5/icecream bucket. Call 250-491-0025

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The Friendly Farmer Fruit Stand

Open 7days/wk, 10-6, Sunday: 10-5. Cherries, Raspberries & all sorts of veggies. Come meet the Friendly Farmer & the Grumpy Wife! 3254 McCulloch Rd. 250-869-0871

OLD MEADOWS CERTIFIED ORGANIC FARM OPEN FOR THE SEASON. We grow a full range of vegetables & tree fruits. Available now: Kale, beets, carrots, cabbage, lettuce, green onions & radish. We also carry nonorganic locally grown produce, dairy, bread & free range eggs. Local strawberries, raspberries & cherries now available. Taking orders for certiﬁed organic blueberries, cherries, peaches, and blackberries. 4213 Gordon Dr. (250)-764-0931 Mon-Sat, 10-6 Sun 10-5

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Purchase a 2 col x 1” ad space for $28.56/day, $69.00/week, $230.00/mth (+tax) or Flip it at the same great price as a 1 col x 2” 250-763-7114, email: classiﬁed@kelownacapnews.com

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STRAWBERRIES NOW READY! Pre order Raspberries now. 8-5 everyday. 1900 Rutland Road We-pick all day 250-212-4431

3567 Glen Eagles Drive Upper Glenrosa OPEN HOUSE July 16th 1pm-4pm Spectactular Lake View from this 4bdrm 3bath Walk Out Rancher Large Kitchen, Oak cabinets 2 Fireplaces, A/C Extra Lrg Garage 2 covered Decks, RV parking, UG sprinkler system $454,900 Call 250-707-0340 or view at: propertyguys.com #92716

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

Saturday June 18th Hours: 9-7 7days/week.

Strawberries, Rasberries, Rhurbarb, Cherries, Peas, Beets, Spinach, New Potatoes, cauliﬂower, wala wala onions, Herbs, baby carrots, cabbage,kohrabi, broccoli, lettuce, fresh garlic & fresh organic baked bread. Lots of different kinds of dried fruit & canned vegetables. 3443 Benvoulin Rd. 250-860-2557/250-575-7806

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Homes for Rent

Suites, Lower

Auto Financing

RUTLAND- 2bdrm gr level, priv entry, 5appls,FP, heat, nr bus route. NS. NP, ND, ideal for wrkng cple/student, Avail immed. $1000 250-762-6519

2BD.+den. incl.utils. $1000. nr. school/bus,.Rutland, 862-5756 Ruth / Shiv 864-6810 lve msg

1300sq’ 2bd, 5appl, jetted tub, pool, utils, Lakeview Heights. NS, pets negot. Ref’s req’d. $1100. 250-769-7107 1BD. Bright. Spacious level entry, in Winfield, prking for 2. FS, WD hookup. NG FP, blinds, area rugs, priv deck/ yard. $800+ Shrd util cost incl satellite tv.& water. Call 250766-3292 1BD. Now available in Crawford. $750.inclusive, 5appl., NS, NP, ideal for sing employed person. 250-764-4266 1bdrm above grnd, spacious, bright, priv ent, sep patio, sep WD, gas FP, NS, NP. $800 incl utils. 250-762-9726 1BD suite, N. Rutland, near bus, suitable for quiet single person. FS, WD. NS, NP. $700 incl utils. 250-765-5854 1BD w/den & sunroom, 1200sq’, West Kelowna, priv ent, patio, parking, beautiful lake view, AC, WD, $1050+DD incl utils. 250-707-1006 2BD, bright bsmnt suite. Priv ent/foyer, FS/WD, Lrg kitchen, newish floors, storage, bike lock-up, yard. Walk to town, Capri, beach. Quiet persons. No smokers/pets please. $880 +utils. 250-878-3199 Email: Stockwell1061@shaw.ca 2 bdrm bright lower suite. Central loc. Refs. $820/mo. incl. util. 250-868-8151 2BD w/o. Lake view. One of the best. Lrg, priv. NS/NP/ nprtys. Mature adult(s). Glenrosa $1000. 250-768-3346. 3BD grnd flr. Lrg, newly reno’d. Great lake view, huge backyard in Lakeview Heights newly reno’d. All appl’s incl., $1100. Call 250-769-9038,or Davis 250-869-8823 92 Suites 1 Or 2 Bedrm Under $1000 Stop Wasting Time Sifting Through Listings Let Us Do It For You 250-860-1961 www.cdnhomefinders.ca RUTLAND, 2bd. 1ba, fam rm kitch. parking, cls. to amens., $850.utils incl’d Avail. July 15 250-765-6031, 250-8646031

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Ofﬁce/Retail HWY 97 North, 1800sq’ of retail, 1500-3300sq’ of indust. & compound. Rutland area. 2000sq’ Retail. 250-765-3295 or 250-860-5239

Rooms for Rent DT.Quiet,furnished rms/suites. Mins to Safeway, bus, amens. WL net.cable WD. No.Alcohol ND. Fr. $475. 250-861-5757 RUTLAND. 1bd $400 all utils incl, w/d, cbl. For working person or student. NS, NP, NB, near bus. 250-862-9749, 250575-9109.

Senior Assisted Living Vernon: Lakeside Assisted Living Home, licensed, Space Available, Pictures & info by email. shason@telus.net or call Steve at (250)306-0734

Shared Accommodation A+ Capri area furn’d cable, w/d, w.internet, quiet, monthly, avail immed. 250-862-9223 CENTRAL. 5min to Anywhere! Clean quiet great view $550. incl. utils, cable, net. Immed. 250-469-1238, 778-478-2288 CLEAN Roommate. NS, ND, NP. AC. From $450/mth. 250860-8106, 250-718-5837

Suites, Lower

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W. Kel Bach Suite avail. Aug 1. $600 inclds utils. Must hook up own phn and cbl. NS, NP, no pets. No stove. Micro, tst oven and hot plate provided. ph.2507681360

Cars - Domestic Suites, Upper 1BD, $800 includes utils & appliances. Avail now, Contact 765-9167 or 317-4843.

1991 Nissan Maxima, V6, 3L, fully loaded, $950 obo. Call 250-212-4205 1995 Chrysler LHS

LRG 3bd 5appls. Close to school, and all amens, fenced yard, NS, NP. $900+utils. ref’s. Avail. Now. 250-317-8515

Townhouses

AutoV6 Cold A/C Leatehr Heated P/Seats P/W P/L P/M Cruise Tilt Keyless Entry Alloy Wheels Excellnt Cond In & Out $1790 Call 250 - 862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com

2BDRM townhouse. Great location. Laurel Rd. Close to amenities and bus. Fridge, stove, w/d, balcony, big yard, free park. $950/mo. No pets. Call Gilles 250-470-0000

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Aircraft

Transportation

Cars - Domestic

Recreational/Sale

Boats

2002 Kia Spectra GSX

1997 Maverick, 30’ motorhome, 83,000 kms, sleeps 7, awning, air, generator, new batteries, $27,000. obo.250260-1941, 250-308-9523. 1999 19B Nash, fridge, stove, oven, microwave, sleeps 6, 4000lbs dry weight. Stabilizer jacks, full rear bath. Exc cond. $10,000 obo. (250)545-5864 2004 5th Wheel, Komfort 26.5, loaded, huge slide, new tires, new battery, microwave, A/C, tub & shower & big solar panel attached. Good Shape! Asking $14,000. Call 250-878-3072. 2006 Artic Fox 5th wheel, 27.5ft. 4 season coach, 2slides, power antenna, satellite ready, 4 new wheels & 10 ply tires, 3 waste tanks. $26,500. (250)549-7014

2010 20’ Tahoe q5i blk/white 220hp, wakeboard tower, Bimini top, w/trailer, travel covers, extras. New $36,100 asking $31,999. 250-517-0400

5Speed 4Cyl New Clutch A/C P/W P/L P/M Cruise Tilt CD Player Alloy Wheels Great Cond In & OutGas Saver $3490 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com 2003 Grand Prix sedan 1 owner, $6,000 OBO, 94,000km, new tires less than 1200k, new battery, kept in garage, large trunk with pass thru, cloth seats, ABS, PosiTrac, Keyless entry - excellent condition inside & out - call Dave or Ann 250-862-9710 2006 Monte Carlo S.S. 5.3 litre 303hp, 48,000km, black w/silver trim. Loaded. 1 owner. 2$5,900. Serious callers only. Call Brian 250-306-0778, 250549-5294

Cars - Sports & Imports

2000 Chevy Tracker. 141,000 KM, 5 spd, AWD, New soft top... $5000 obo. Call Ron 250-878-7405

1997 CONVERTIBLE MUSTANG GT

Lowered, Custom, Lots of extras. $5000 obo. Must sell! (250)878-6422

Antiques / Classics RARE 1985 Mercedes Benz 280SL. 6 cyl. O/H cam engine, soft & hard tops. Body, seats, glass, tires & both tops in great cond. New brakes. $11,900 obo. Will Trade for a Raised Roof Camper Van 250454-9105 for pics.

Auto 4Cyl Two Owner Accident Free B.C Car Cold Ice Air P/W P/L P/M Cruise Tilt CD Player Keyless Entry Runs Great $4490 Call 250- 862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com

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

2001 VW Pasatt, 4 motion, V6 automatic, super-low kms, fullloaded leather moon-roof. $10,500, Call 870-1105 or 766-1470. 2005 Chev Cavalier, 180km, 2dr auto, a/c, looks & runs exc.,$3300.obo.250-307-0002.

Cars - Domestic

Scrap Car Removal $100 cash Paid for unwanted vehicles. Call Paul Haul (250)808-9593 1AA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Min $60 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 250-899-0460 SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars & trucks & heavy equipment. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Minimum 10. Call Toll Free 1.877.334.2288

2001 Toyota Camry CE

Hangar for Rent at Vernon Regional Airport. Inquiries to: vernonhangar@hotmail.ca

2009 COUGAR TRAILER 24 FT with 1 Slide Out . 1/2 ton Series Puller Pkg, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Oven, Stereo, TV, CD, Queen Size Island Bed, Electric Jack. Like new! Used 3 times. Estate Sale $18,900 Call (250)765-7478

2001 Subaru Outback, 150KM new winter tires, exc cond. $9,000. (250)503-1965

2003 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE

Black with black leather interior. V8 automatic, loaded, 39,000 miles. Excellent condition! $24,500 OBO. Call 250-491-2421 OKANAGAN’S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotor products.com 250-545-2206

Sport Utility Vehicle 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. If you like Land Cruisers, this one is a beauty and very reliable. Body in great condition, all wheel drive all the time, power windows and locks, seats seven. Asking $11,500. Call 250-491-8407 or e-mail kparnell@shaw.ca. 1993 Toyota Previa All Wheel Drive New tires brakes air Lady driven Well Maintained Good cond. Runs great $4200 call before 4pm(250)861-6397 1997 TJ Jeep, suspension lift, hard top, soft top and extras $6500.obo. 250-503-1821

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1997 Ford Cargo 5ton. 8.3L Cummins, 24ft box $7500 OBO. Call 250-212-4220.

Motorcycles 2001 Yamaha Roadstar 1600, al custom, 250 rear tire, S & S carb, all billet chrome, raked, custom paint, Dakota digital speedo/tach, too much to list, $12,900, 250-490-6046 2005 X9 500 cc. Piaggio. < 2500km. Incl. backrest w/ rear top case & batt. charger. 250762-2796 2007 Vespa Scooter, 250 GTS, fuel injected, low mileage, red in color. $2,850. 250870-1105 or 250-766-1470 2008 Harley Davidson Softail Custom 96cu.in. Mint condition low kms. Saddle bag, rear bag & Screaming Eagle exhaust incl. $15,500. 250-308-7222 2008 Stock Harley Davidson Heritage Soft Tail, 6,700km. Extra seat. Clean & straight. $15,800 obo. (250)547-8993 $AVE. 2011 Electric Scooters $895 - $1295 Clearance kids 125 ATV’s & Dune Buggies, $995-$1495 www.KDMSports.com 1-866-203-0906/250-863-1123

Off Road Vehicles 1987 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4 2.9 V6 Camper Special Auto Trans PS PB 256k Grey c/w Canopy $1100. 250258-5478

Recreational/Sale 1997 Embassy Triple E, 29 ft + A overdrive. All new tires, backup camera, 4000 generator, 83,000 km, walk around qn. size bed. $20,000 obo. Call 250-869-1863 31’ motorhome, Cummings Diesel, auto transmission, fully loaded, will do trades. 250308-0977 or 250-545-4653.

4x4 One Owner124000KM B.C Truck Accident Free A/C P/W P/L P/M Cruise Tow Pkg Keyless Entry Was $ 12900 Now $ 10900 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com 2004 F350 black, crew cab, short box, 4x4 diesel, auto, loaded, lifted. Head gaskets, studs & EGR just done. $16,500 obo. (250)546-0994 2006 Chev 2500HD, crew cab 4x4, loaded 6liter gas, 105KM. $14,400 obo. 250-307-0002 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Auto Mega Cab 4x4 Laramie V8 5.7L DVD Sunroof Leather Heated & P/Seats A/C Accident Free All Equipped Remote Starter $17900 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com 2007 Mazda B3000 V6 pickup w/ extended cab. Excel cond. < 25,000 KM. 250-762-2796

Boats 1984 larson Cyclone w/trailer, 3L OMC engine, $3900 obo. Call 250-212-4205 1991 Malibu Boat & trailer pkg. 18 ft 180 Series bow rider. 4.3 litre 165hp. Exc cond. Low hrs. Asking $10,500. Call Brian 250-306-0778, 250-549-5294 2009 RXT 215 Sea Doo, 3hrs, many extras, show room cond. $16,500 obo 1-(250)541-1072

For Sale: A Cabin on the Lake The Kootenay Queen • 1976 30ft cabin cruiser with a 185 merc • Full galley (fridge, stove, sink, furnace, toilet) • Fold down table for a queen sized bed • Fold up bunk beds • VHF radio • Hull is sound, galley is dated. • Low draft • 200 hrs on new engine • A great boat that needs some TLC. $12,000.00 invested, will take offers starting at $9K Call 250-358-7794 or email frdfntn@yahoo.ca for more information

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China is sweet and shy. The Sharpei breed is very independent and reserved, nevertheless they are extremely devoted, loyal and affectionate to their owners. She needs to ﬁnd her ‘forever home’, with NO CATS, NO DOGS AND NO CHILDREN. Continuous training is advisable, but not repetitive as they become board very easily. If you have the ideal home for China please speak with our kennel staff to learn more about her story.

ID#232400

Cabella is a gorgeous hound mix. She needs an experienced owner that understands high energy because she is easily excited. Cabella will be ﬁne around submissive or much larger dogs, she is NOT compatible with cats. Her obedience has come a long way, she will now walk on leash perfectly, when off leash she will stay close and look to her guardian for quidance. Her new owners must provide her with lots of exercise and outings, and work with her anxiety when left alone. If you have the ideal environment for Cabella, please come down and meet her. She deserves a second chance and a ‘forever home’.

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ID# 238122

Sam is a little timid, but warms up very quickly when he sees you are all about “love”. He does very well with other felines and needs a patient, kind home where he can adjust and become a wonderful companion. If you are interested in meeting this beautiful orange & white boy, please come down to the shelter and spend some time with him. Owner surrender

Betty is a nice dog who needs some basic training to help her be ‘A Great Dog’. She will need cautious introduction to other canines, is energetic and loves to play and goof around. Cuddling is a fav past time and she really enjoys her walks. Betty will need an active owner and a fenced yard. Please inquire at the shelter if you have the ideal home for her.

ADULT DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR FEMALE

ADULT DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR SPAYED MALE

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CHINA

Tink is a little timid as her owners could not care for her anymore, and she is unsure of what is happening. Once she is loved and reassured there will be plenty of cuddles. She enjoys looking down from a high perch and would do best in an ADULT ONLY home or with older children. Please come and meet her, if you feel she would make a welcome addition to your home.

TINK

Owner surrender

ID#238666

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JORJA

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ADULT LABRADOR RETRIEVER X SPAYED FEMALE

YOUNG ADULT SHELTIE/WELSH SPRINGER SPANIEL X MALE

ADULT DOMESTIC SHORT HAIR SPAYED FEMALE

ID#238806

If it’s hot, your pet may be in trouble! The temperature in a parked car, even in the shade with the windows partly open, can rapidly reach a level that will seriously harm or even kill your pet. On summer days the air and upholstery in your vehicle can heat up to high temperatures that make it impossible for pets to cool themselves. Your dog will be more comfortable if left at home. If you see a dog in a car on a hot day that you believe may be in trouble, call your local SPCA, animal shelter, or police immediately.

Tawny is a sweet yellow lab looking for her ‘forever home’. She is a little overweight and will require gentle exercise. She is tolerant of other dogs and enjoys being at your side. She is currently receiving care for ear infections and is on medication. If you have the right environment to offer this beautiful girl, please come and meet her at the shelter.

ID# 220675

ID#234071

Benji will be having some dental work done, but other than that his health is ﬁne. He would prefer and ADULT ONLY home and regular walks. His breed requires reqular grooming and he could do with some socializing. If you are interested in giving this little guy his ‘forever home’, please come down and spend some time with him.

Owner surrender

ID#238123

Jorja is a wonderful, well behaved feline. She would do well in a home with someone who is looking for a laid back companion. She loves treats and affection, and will bump your hand for more scratches. Jorja gets along well with other cats and has a ‘no problem’ attitude about life. If you would like to meet her, come down to the shelter and ask for an introduction.

Owner surrender

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Midnight came in with other cats and is quite the little sweetheart. She is a bit timid at the moment, but loves affection and will settle down nicely given the right environment. She would make a wonderful friend for someone looking for a laid-back older companion to relax with. She is very affectionate when she feels safe and secure. If you would like to give this older gal a second chance at happiness and a forever home, come & meet her.

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CUISINE from Jude’s kitchen eating outdoors It’s that time of year again, when every restaurant that can, opens up its doors and expands on to a sidewalk, patio, deck or terrace—or if it’s an outside restaurant, it opens for the season. Up at Mission Hill, this year they’ve given Ma Nature a helping hand and installed a copper roof over their renowned Terrace Restaurant, along with remote-controlled screens, a bit of glass here and there and some heaters to prevent the weather from keeping anyone from their meal. It’s still an open-air restaurant, but there’s a little more control over the temperature at each table, and the panoramic view out over the vineyard and lake is undiminished. This means that fantastic food is now available for both lunch and dinner, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5:30 to 8:45 p.m. The menu’s an evolving thing, depending on what’s ripe nearby to inspire the chefs, but whether it’s stuffed courgette blossoms or Qualicum scallop ceviche you’re guaranteed it will be both elegant and delicious. The mouth-watering aromas greet you from across the grounds, with award-winning executive winery chef Matt Batey at the helm, creating his usual magic with fresh, local, seasonal ingredients, carefully paired with Mission Hill wines. And that’s something to give some thought to, as the newly-expanded Summer Okanagan Wine Festival continues this week, with events throughout the valley and lots of opportunities to learn about the best pairings of wines and food. Just to tease your taste buds, following is Matt’s recipe for a tantalizing starter you may find on the menu later in the season, when the melons are sweet and ripe—or you could try it yourself. There’s also an exhibit on the winery grounds of a collection of intriguing sculptures by Parisian sculpturist Nathalie Decoster; and there’ll be appearances in the winery’s natural amphitheatre by the Canadian Tenors Aug. 13 and by Chris Isaak Aug. 21. Not to be left behind in the music and food department, the Bonfire Grill at the Cove in West Kelowna is featuring live music Thursdays and Fridays through July and August; and across the water, the Cabana Bar and Grille features live music Thursdays and Saturdays.

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MISSION HILL Family Estate executive winery chef Matt Batey.

Chef Matt Batey's Qualicum Scallop Ceviche Sweet local B.C. scallops, watermelon and basil are a combination of flavours that get Mission Hill Family Estate executive winery chef Matt Batey excited about summer. They grow their own melons and basil in the garden near the kitchen, so it’s a natural combination. The use of acidity to do the ‘cooking’ of the scallops is brilliant in the hot summer Okanagan heat. The balance of acidity, sweetness and slight heat of this dish makes the Reserve Riesling of Mission Hill Family Estate a great pairing, advises Matt. 6 large Qualicum scallops ceviche brine basil yogurt 8 ginger crisps

12 pieces of watermelon

CEVICHE BRINE:

3 oranges 3 lemons 10 limes 1 c. (250 ml) pineapple juice 1/2 red onion 1 garlic clove 1 tsp. (5 ml) Sambal Oleck 1 bunch of cilantro pinch of salt

Slice each scallop into four. Zest and juice the citrus fruits; trim the onion and cut it brunoise, or minced in tiny dice; crush the garlic; wash and chop the

cilantro. Combine all the brine ingredients and pour over the scallop slices. Let stand until scallops are done to your taste, up to 24 hours.

and yogurt. Add the verjus to help in the blending and then the honey to balance the acidity. Pass the mixture through a fine sieve and place in a piping bag. Set aside.

BASIL YOGURT:

To plate this dish, fry matchsticks of fresh ginger crisp. Cut watermelon into 12 pieces, one cm by one cm by five cm. Pipe or place some of the basil yogurt on a chilled plate. Arrange the melon and scallop slices in the yogurt. Garnish with the crisp ginger. You could also garnish with citrus segments, fresh cilantro and basil leaves and fresh crisp vegetables. Serves 4 as a starter.

1/2 c. (125 ml) plain yogurt 1/2 c. (125 ml) fresh basil leaves 2 tbsp. (30 ml) verjus 2 tbsp. (30 ml) honey

Hang yogurt in layers of cheesecloth or a coffee filter overnight in the fridge to separate the water from the yogurt solids. Wash basil leaves and quickly blanch them, then ice to cool and pat dry. In a high speed blender, blend the basil

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