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PIONEER KELOWNA farmer and long-time member of the Central Okanagan Naturalists’ Club, Brenda Thomson enjoys bird watching at Thomson Marsh, land donated to the Central Okanagan Land Trust by the Thomson family to be preserved in its natural state.

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Conserving our local environment Nature from A1 Members like Brenda Thomson, whose family are pioneer farmers in Kelowna. They cared enough about the natural environment around them that they donated a wetland around Thomson Brook to be protected by the city and the Central Okanagan Land Trust in its natural state. “As a farmer, I realize it’s important to conserve habitat on the farm and to protect green spaces,” she says. Thomson says she actually waited until her kids were in school and needed less of her time before joining the club in 1979. There, she says, she learned more about the birds of the Okanagan, the names of native plants and wildflowers and shared the passion of people with similar interests. “I learned from club members. They weren’t necessarily professionals in their area, but they’d learned a lot and loved passing it on,” she comments. “I’d lived here since 1945 and yet I found lots of new and interesting treasures. “Today, I can recognize the mountains all

around the valley and I know what’s up there. I think I’ve climbed every mountain in the valley,” she says. The club members were always strong conservationists, she recalls. “We identified desirable features that needed protection and we were involved in what became the Land and Resource Management Plan for the Okanagan-Shuswap. The city and regional district realized the need for protection of some wildland from development.” So, the club conducted an inventory so local governments had better knowledge of important natural features that should be preserved. Some of today’s parkland that resulted include: • the Sibell Maude Roxby Bird Sanctuary at the foot of Francis Avenue • Rotary Marsh on Sunset Avenue • the Mission Creek Greenway • Woodhaven Nature Conservancy on Raymer Road and • the Crawford Trails, now protected as part of Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park, which came out of the LRMP. A founding member of the CONC, Gwynneth Wilson’s involvement with the club in its early

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A FOUNDING member of the 50-year-old Central Okanagan Naturalists’ Club, Gwynneth Wilson says the club literally changed her life, because that’s where she met her husband, Bob. years literally changed her life. She met her husband, Bob Wilson, at a meeting where he was speaking. She was a teacher in Kelowna at the time and had always been interested in natural history so she joined to get to know the valley’s natural areas better. She remembers how passionately her late husband spoke about the destruction of the orchards so that the Capri Mall could be constructed on that land.

“Some things never change,” she commented wryly. “Those issues continue today.” Campaigns for the preservation of Robert Lake in Glenmore and Rose Valley Pond in West Kelowna were also ones that were championed by the CONC, she recalls. Hugh Westheuser joined first in 1979, but was then away for five years before he and his wife Pat returned to the Okanagan, and to membership in the CONC.

Both have served as president and in a variety of other positions on the executive of the club over the years. Pat shares secretarial duties with Thomson today. They believe in a balance between development and protection of the natural environment. “It’s a very diverse group; a great bunch of people with a broad view of the world. Perhaps it’s typical of people who love nature that they tend to be people who are in-

volved in their communities,” says Westheuser. He is heartened to find there are people now who believe they should have paid more attention to naturalists long ago. “People are realizing we need to pay attention to what we’re going to be losing if we don’t change our ways,” he says. An ardent paddler who loves to explore the wildest corners of the world, Westheuser says, “I think of my grandkids and I want them to be able

to enjoy what I have in nature.” Muriel Westwood joined when she arrived here from Manitoba in 1980. Membership in the club has wrought great changes in her life. While at first she enjoyed the hiking and then the botany, she eventually became very passionate about plants and now has a library of detailed books on plants See Nature A4

Local naturalists celebrate 50 years with 50 community activities Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER

Instead of focusing on itself to celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Central Okanagan Naturalists’ Club is inviting the community to join in 50 events to be held throughout the year, from bird watching to local walks. For details of the events, which will be updated in the coming year as things unfold, go to the website at www.okanagannature.org. Dates of some may change and some of the following events have already been held, but there are lots more to come, including a series of monthly public walks on trails in neighbourhoods throughout the region, called Discover Walks. They will be on the third Saturday of each month until April 21, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with a new discovery each month.

1. Apr. 30: Sunflower Festival 2. May 7: Introduction to Birding 3. May 10: Stardust to Ecosystems: The Symphony of Life 4. May 21: Discover Nature hike with Brenda Thomson 5. May 28-29: Okanagan Mt. Park Critter Count 6. June 4: Bicycle birding 7. June 10: Botany easy walk at EECO 8. June 14: annual picnic at Kaloya Regional Park 9. June 18: Discover Nature walk with Bob Fulton 10. June 23-26: Midsummer Madness Camp at Tulameen 11. July 2: Walk to Angel Springs 12. July 5: Tour of unH2O xeriscape demo garden with Gwen Steele 13. July 9: Family Day Pond Study with Ian Walker 14. July 16: Discover Nature with Doreen Wierenga

15. July 23: Flowers at Big White with Peter & Kitty Green 16. July 30: Butterflies with Denis St. John 17. Aug. 2-7: Manning Park camp 18. Aug.13: Walk Brigade Trail with Linley McKenna 19. Aug. 20: Discover Nature with Penny Gubbels & Thomson 20. Aug. 27: Back to the Future: restoring Mission Ck. with Peter Dill 21. Aug. 30: CONC Reunion Tea 22. Sept. 10: High Rim Trail walk with Don Guild 23. Sept. 13: Brazil talk with Hugh Westheuser 24. Sept. 17: Discover Nature with Eileen Chappell, Sylvia Blackburne 25. Sept. 24: Vaseux Lake bird banding with Les Gyug 26. Oct. 1: Mushroom Walk with a mycologist 27. Oct. 11: Members’ presentation night at CONC meeting

28. Oct. 15: Discovery Nature with Shirley Fitzpatrick, Wally Kvasnic 29. Oct. 19-10 or Oct. 26-27: Trip to Land Conservancy lands 30. Nov. 5: photo workshop with Gyug, Rick Gee, Don Guild 31. Nov. 8: TBA speaker at CONC meeting 32. Nov. 19: Discover Nature with Emile Brokx 33. Dec. 3: Introduction to Bird Counts with Gee and Lesley Robertson 34. Dec. 14: Lake Country Christmas Bird Count with Trevor Forder 35. Dec. 17: Discover Nature with Thomson 36. Dec. 17: Kelowna Christmas Bird Count with Chris Charlesworth 37. Dec. 29: Big White Christmas Bird Count with Carlesworth 38. Jan. 9: CONC annual meeting and photo competition 39. Jan. 15: Swan and Eagle

Count 40. Jan. 21: Discover Nature with Fiona & Donald Flook 41. Jan. 28: Compass/Map & GPS with Gyug, Westheuser, Gee & Guild 42. Feb. 4: Snowshoeing & Hotdogs with Gee 43. Feb. 13: Annual CONC Banquet 44. Feb. 18: Discover Nature with the Flooks 45. Mar. 3: Owling with Westheuser 46. Mar. 10: Introduction to Trees & Shrubs with Fiona Flook 47. Mar. 12: CONC meeting with TBA speaker 48. Mar. 24: Discover Nature with Bitten Tisdale 49. Apr. 21: Discover Nature with Lesley Robertson 50. May 3-6: B.C. Nature AGM at the college jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com

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Loss of habitat a growing concern Nature from A3 which she has studied to learn about the most technical aspects of plant life. “A rose is not just a rose,” she says emphatically. “When I got really involved, I studied each plant closely and I found it so interesting. I wished I had been at it earlier in my life.”

BOTANY enthusiast Muriel Westwood turns 94 this week and attributes her still-lively interest in everything to her study of and interest in wild things, a passion nurtured by her membership in the club. SEAN CONNOR/CAPITAL NEWS

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Westwood celebrates her 94th birthday this coming week and she still enjoys her garden, but rues the fact she can’t get around as well or remember as much about plant names as she used to. However, she’s certain that her passionate interest in learning more about wildflowers and other things has been what’s kept her alert and lively to this age. Fiona Flook, president of the CONC, points out that the club is dedicated to knowing nature and keeping it worth knowing. “Once you know nature you love it and then you will stand up for it,” she summarizes. She’s more enthusiastic about total ecosystems than lists of birds spot-

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Despite the recent closure of The Glenfir School in Summerland, Kelowna’s Aberdeen Hall is growing so much its administrators say it needs a new building after only seven years in operation. The campus, just north of the University of British Columbia Okanagan, already has a large, semipermanent sports tent with two gymnasium’s worth of space, basketball courts and a main building housing programs from preschool through Grade 9. This weekend, they break ground on the next phase of development— the high school. “We’re a university prep school, so the master vision was always to have a high school. This particular building came quite quickly because our growth has been so significant,” said head of school Christopher Grieve. The school has grown by an average of 22 per

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Need to develop programs that financially help students I know young adults who are on EI benefits, some who work three part-time jobs to cover their rent, others who can only find parttime employment at minimum wage with schedules that change week-toweek and some who just don’t work. There are very few youth (19 to 25) that I know of who are not in school and working at what I would consider a full-time job. No wonder young adults are so frustrated with their employment situation. So, is it getting any better? Unfortunately when unemployment numbers begin to drop, those most likely to get a job tend to be adults with experience and some education. The youth unemployment rate is usually the last to decline when we have a robust economy. According to Stats Canada, in April 2011 employers created 58,300 jobs.

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Jane Muskens This is three times as many jobs that were expected. Apparently full-time jobs are close to where they were before the recession with the greatest change in the number of older women working. Women over 55 years of age have had the highest job growth rate where employment of this demographic increased by 102,000 workers or 7.9 per cent. Yet younger workers are still coping with a youth unemployment rate that has remained relatively the same for some time, sitting at 14.3 per cent. Right now the national jobless rate is 7.6 per cent. So why is youth unemployment so bad? High rates of youth

unemployment have the potential of negatively impacting not only on the economy but on society as well. Unemployed youth, especially in the Middle East and Africa, are where you will find the fuel behind social unrest. Those without gainful employment, living in poverty and facing a bleak future are more likely to rebel against the current regime. I’m not saying this would happen in Canada, but you can see where this type of discontent can start when youth see little opportunity. The second big issue tied to youth unemployment is that youth who are regularly unemployed turn into adults with little job experience and may face chronic unemployment their entire working life. I have met unemployed people in their 50s who have worked on and off for years. Most of these people tend to have general

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to enter the work force. The second is to find ways to help youth transition into either higher education or a work training program without facing a number of barriers such as cost. There are many young adults living in our community who, for many reasons, are unable to live at home and who have

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NEWS ▼ CREEKS

Warning: Be prepared for flooding Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER

Cold temperatures overnight to Friday morning slowed the melt of an average twice the normal amount of snow in mountains around the Central Okanagan and flows in rivers like Mission Creek stabilized. But the levels didn’t drop. Those flows have risen rapidly this week as temperatures went up, permitting snowmelt 24 hours a day, and as more snow and rain fell as well. Localized flooding affected residents living near Priest Creek when debris blocked the normally small creek’s flow, according to assistant Kelowna Fire Chief Jason Brolund. Another hot spot has been along McDougall Creek in West Kelowna where West Kelowna fire-

fighters worked this week to fill and pile sandbags to protect a road that is the only access for a number of residents in the area. “Smaller creeks have the least capacity (so can fill and overflow quickly), but we’re also watching larger creeks like Mission, Trepanier and Mill,” he said. As well, he warned that the deeper-than-normal snowpack will all melt and run down into the valley in the coming weeks, so Okanagan Lake will receive more water than normal and likely rise more than it has in recent years. All residents near bodies of water should be alert to the possibility of flooding, even due to a blockage such as debris in a creek, and they should be prepared to protect their property from damage from flood waters, he

said. “Now is the time for anyone on the floodplain or who feels they may be threatened by high water, to prepare to protect their property,” he warned. Bags for sand are available at all local firehalls for those in imminent danger of flooding, but those taking precautions can purchase them at such stores as Buckerfield’s or Wynn Rentals. “There’s no question we will have a flood season this year,” he said. As well, Shorts Creek on the Westside has risen so the North Westside Fire Department is keeping an eye on it, said Bruce Smith, spokesman for the Central Okanagan Regional District. Ideally, he said nice days, but cool evenings and overnights and no rain would help melt the snowpack slowly, but the

forecast for the next few days is for warmer temperatures overnight and for showers, which is not the ideal. He noted that keeping Okanagan Lake at just the right level so there’s enough room for snowmelt in spring, but without letting too much go downstream is a fine balancing act for the water management branch of the natural resource operations ministry. He warned that everyone should be cautious around creeks because they may rise unexpectedly and banks could be unstable. Pets and children should not be permitted near creeks where fastrushing water could be dangerous. Details of flood precautions are available on the website at: regionaldistrict.com/emergencyplan

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of the commissionaires who, in turn, called 911. Upon arriving at Kelowna’s City Park, authorities headed out and collected the body. “From a layman’s perspective it doesn’t appear to be readily identifiable,” said Holmes, noting that it seemed as though the body, which was clothed, had been in the lake for quite some time. An autopsy is scheduled for Saturday and by Monday information about the gender and length of submersion, among other things, should be made available, said police in a release issued Friday afternoon.

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NEWS ▼ LOCAL GOVERNMENT WEEK

Kelowna city hall wants to engage public in civic awareness want to raise awareness about opportunities to run as a candidate and the importance of everyone getting out to vote.” Local Government Awareness Week has lots in stock for those wanting to connect with their city. For students, the Mayor’s Environment Expo is set Thursday, May 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Mission Creek Regional Park. A number of school groups are also planning to tour City Hall throughout the week to find out more about how local government works. For business owners and residents, the city is holding three workshops. The first two are set for Wednesday, May 18, and include the World Cafe Conversation, a facilitated workshop on the City’s

new Downtown Plan. Registration is required. Residents are invited to register at kelowna.ca/mydowntown. The second May 18 workshop runs from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Laurel Packinghouse. This free event is sponsored by FortisBC and will provide an opportunity to hear from energy efficiency experts on ways to save money, reduce your energy consumption and apply for an energy audit. On Saturday, residents can learn more about natural and organic products at the Pesticide Free Workshop. Register at kelowna.ca/environment. The city will open the doors to council chambers during the noon hour on Thursday, hosting the “Be Heard” Open House to

highlight ways residents can participate in local decision making. A presentation is set to begin at 12:10 p.m., Thursday, will also be the first chance to apply to work in the upcoming 2011 municipal election, set for Nov. 19. Staff will be on hand to accept applications. Those wanting to see behind the scenes in local government can attend a number of public city council and advisory committee meetings during the week. All meetings are open to the public. The Communities in Bloom Committee meets Tuesday, the Public Art Committee on Wednesday and the Women’s & Community Advisory Committee on Friday. The regular coun-

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Don’t forget household plastics Remember to lift the blue lid of your recycling cart after you’ve done any gardening around your home. If you’re not going to re-use them, those plastic flowerpots and plant trays can all be recycled. Everything from large nursery flowerpots for shrubs and trees to small planting trays for annual bedding plants, perennials, vegetables and herbs can all be recycled. Simply rinse or wipe out the dirt and put the plastics in your recycling cart. These plastic pots and trays can also be taken to your nearest recycling depot. Waste Reduction Facilitator Rae Stewart reminds us: “All household plastics #1 through #7 are accepted in the curbside recycling program, and Now you can use the Internet to add your own non-profit event to the Capital News Stuff to Do. Simply go to kelownacapnews.com, look for the calendar and click on Add Event.

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Deanne Stephenson, operations manager of Cascades Recovery (the facility where all our recycling ends up), says, “The markets where the plastics are shipped to for recycling are watching closely for quality issues, so keeping the plastics clear of dirt, wooden stakes, metal twist ties or other contaminants is essential. Any help residents can provide in this would

be welcome.” Businesses like nurseries, landscape design contractors and farmers with larger volumes can contact Cascades Recovery at 250-491-2242 to arrange for the recycling of their plastics. For more info on recycling, go to regionaldistrict.com/recycle, email recycle@cord. bc.ca, or call the Regional Waste Reduction Office, 250-469-6250.

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To the editor: On April 1 (no, this isn’t an April 1st joke), five ladies were heading back to Kelowna after an overnight stay at the beautiful Big White Ski Resort. We were in high spirits and enjoying the beautiful scenery and camaraderie. We had noticed a noise outside the car when we commenced our drive that morning but thought it was nothing, when a car drove up beside us and waved us to the side of the road. A very nice young Australian fellow told us we had a flat tire and offered to change the tire for us, but we were on a part of the Big White Road that was dangerous to stop at, so we drove a little further. When we commenced to unload the car to locate the spare and the jack, etc., we discovered we did not have the equipment in the car to do the tire change. This nice young man offered to drive us into Kelowna. But we decided that wej

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remier Christy Clark’s shifting position on the harmonized sales tax finally appears to have come to rest. Her government is preparing to “fix the HST,” and the terms of that fix will be made available before people mark their ballots in a mail-in vote in June, Clark told reporters at the legislature last week. There has been a flurry of activity on the HST in recent days, and a few things are becoming clear. Clark and Finance Minister Kevin Falcon are preparing to do what I’ve been saying for months the government must do— make a solemn vow to cut the HST rate to 11 per cent as soon as they can. And in keeping with Clark’s fond-

ness for populist, headline-hunting gestures, the government will also likely rebate the HST on bicycles and bicycle helmets, and possibly fitness club memberships Tom as well. well-known pollFletcher ing A firm was in the field last week, asking not only about people’s impressions of their new premier and opposition leader, but also their view towards a reduction in the HST rate. Win or lose the mail-in referendum on the tax in June or July, the B.C. Liberals are getting ready for a fall general election. Falcon estimates that cutting one point from the HST would cost the provincial treasury $850 million. Given that revenue from the HST is running well ahead of the finance ministry’s es-

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timates, that figure could be low. The government’s independent panel issued its report last week, and it confirms that the HST is bringing in more revenue than expected. Going back to the PST would not only trigger huge costs of paying back federal transition funds and reconstructing a provincial sales tax office, it would cost the B.C. government more than $500 million in net revenue in the first year, and more after that. Here’s one reason why HST revenue is higher than originally projected. Contrary to the apocalyptic predictions of some in the restaurant industry, the panel compiled Statistics Canada figures and found that B.C. restaurant sales rose by three per cent in the first seven months of the HST. That’s exactly the same increase as the rest of the country, despite the supposedly crushing effect of the tax and B.C.’s new im-

paired driving regulations. Jobs, Tourism and Innovation Minister Pat Bell has pitched in as a host for the telephone town hall program that continued this week. These giant conference calls were to be staged Tuesday evening in the Okanagan, Fraser Valley and northern and central Vancouver Island. Bell said his call for the Interior and North Coast had more than 30,000 people on the line. Some were still upset about the HST, while others had misconceptions about what costs it does and doesn’t increase, he said. I continue to get emails from people who are misinformed about the HST. These telephone town halls have gone a long way towards putting the discussion on a factual basis. Voters may yet be persuaded to keep the HST. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com.

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If I had a million Grateful for work already dollars, seniors done on seniors’ centre would benefit To the editor: I am 49 years old and having read the letter from Wayne Harris I felt compelled to reply. (No A Happy Life for Some Seniors, May 8 Capital News) I too feel ashamed of our treatment of our wonderful seniors, the majority of whom have worked harder than most of us will ever have to work. They deserve our utmost respect and should be provided with a peaceful, comfortable standard of life when they are no longer independent and need 24/ thour care. This should be their God-given right. Not everyone is lookting for a “resort style” sen-

ior dwelling or a “cruiseship lifestyle” but more of a home away from home approach which shouldn’t be unaffordable to the average senior. I also find it atrocious that the government of today cannot set up a house call doctor service. Wake up, Canada. I only hope that by the time I need any assistance, Canada will have evolved in this area. I have vowed that if I ever won a substantial amount of money I would build a prototype care home— not a sterile facility where we sit and wait for God. Keep your fingers crossed for the Lotto Max. Kim Tarasewich, Kelowna

Open letter to “Fifty Plussers” of Kelowna: I am writing to say a huge thank you to the planners with the City of Kelowna in regard to their hard work and continued support for the seniors while planning a new facility at the Parkinson Recreation Centre site. I am on the relocation committee and I have seen first hand how many steps have been taken to provide us with a new building which is of adequate size, very functional and modernized, environmentally sustainable, and beautiful as well. We have received advice from many members right from the outset and many studies were done to make sure we would be able to offer the same ac-

tivities and programs as we do now. We also asking for flexibility in programming so that we can add and change activities as the need arises. Mayor Shepherd graciously arranged a meeting to hear about the concerns. At this meeting, she heard the complaints from two people and she received numerous letters, but with 1,176 members, by far the largest majority did not complain at all. The mayor promised that she would study the problems and try to address the concerns. I would like to say again how hard everyone is working to make sure our Senior Centre is the best it can be, accommodates all of our activities,

and takes into account the growing number of seniors in our community foreseen for the future. I know that many of the participants and members at the Senior Centre are looking forward to a new facility which will meet their needs and be shared by multi-age groups when not being used by the seniors. There are many people who have expressed to me that they are excited by the prospect of new and different surroundings and they are so grateful to the City of Kelowna, the planners and committee members for all their efforts in this regard.

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Make sure you have physical and paper insurance protecting you against sewer backup To the editor: That is what we were told by the city claims manager, after we had a meeting about a problem with their sewer service. My wife and I arrived home from a vacation on March 13, 2011 to find that on March 12 the city sewer had backed up, flooding our basement. Thankfully our neighbours, who watched our house while we were away, caught the problem early before it got really bad. About 7 p.m. on the 12th they came to check everything to find the sewer was backing up. They called a plumber who came and ran a drain snake 80 feet down the sewer line just to determine that it was the city line that was plugged. The fire department was then called, as per protocol, who then got in touch with the city sewer plant and an employee was sent to inspect the problem. He arrived shortly after,

around 10:30 p.m., and also determined it was sewer flowing into our basement. Shortly after that, in the dark, he was able to find the pump lift station, remove the lid and determine that (as we were told) “a fat blockage” and he was able to remove this blockage and allow the sewer to flow freely. Our neighbour told us that the pump had failed; this was reported to him by the plumber who went with the city employee. This all happened within 30 minutes of the city arriving at our house, leaving, finding the problem, fixing it so the sewer then flowed from our basement. I feel that a blockage that size, enough to fill an eight inch line, should be at least 80 to 100 feet long if the line has a one degree slope. Houses closer to the blockage should have flooded before ours which is the lowest on the system. (How much fat does it take?) We questioned how often the lines were

Good Samaritans all in a row Samaritan from A10 would try to call BCAA and wait for a tow truck. We thanked him and he drove off. He was the first of three guardian angels. We pulled out our cell phones—only to discover there was no cell service! Now what do we do? Two of us gals walked up the hill to see if we could get a signal on the cell phone, but to no avail. Then we decided we’d better try to flag down a car (a number of vehicles had passed but

no one else had stopped— we weren’t exactly 20 years old and beautiful!) We flagged down a truck belonging to Glen Roth of Roth Construction, and this very nice gentleman, loaded all of our stuff into his truck. He even hoisted one of the ladies into his truck as she had trouble climbing up. Glen entertained us with stories of Big White and his business and family all the way to Orchard Mall where one of the husbands came to pick us up (once we got

a cell signal in Joe Rich). Thank you Glen for being there and saving four of the five of us. Last, but not least, thank you to the lady who picked up and delivered Carolynn back to her condo at Big White so she could arrange for her car to be fixed. We were lucky enough to meet three great people who went out of their way to help us. We can’t thank you all enough. Carol, Shirley, Irene, Carolynn & Lynn Peachland Gals

flushed and were shown that they were flushed in November of 2010, so that is four months. The time previous to that was in 2008. So why not a problem in that two-year period, and we have one in four months. My wife and I feel we were wronged by the city, the system failed. The city says we are there to provide a service and if it fails we are not responsible—it is up to the citizens to make sure you have insurance to cover any problems that occur. We have clauses that make us not liable and if one clause doesn’t work we have a backup clause, which will cover us. Check and make sure you have a back flow preventer. We do now, the city installed it for us and that, we are thankful for. And for sewer backup insurance—that we did have. Dave and Kathy Andrew, Kelowna

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Point. Click. Shoot. And win a new camera Bear spraying suspect walk Success By 6 launches a calendar photo contest in the Central Okanagan.

Success By 6 is inviting the public to submit photos for its 2012 Early Childhood Development Calendar and photographers will have a a chance to win prizes for their work. Now through to June 13, you can submit photos online at www.successby6bc.ca. The organization is looking for a variety of images from across British Columbia and there is

no limit to the amount of finalists selected. So whether you are a novice or professional photographer, a parent parent-to-be or a caregiver of the cutest kids in the world, send in your photos. Finalists will be selected weekly and posted onto the Success By 6 Facebook page. “Like” your favourite photos and don’t forget to tell all your friends and family to “like” it too. The photo with the most “likes” will win the grand prize of a Canon EOS Rebel T3 12.2MP

DSLR Camera. The Success By 6 Early Childhood Development calendar has been produced thanks to the generosity of the Credit Unions of BC. Its support has made it possible to offer the calendar for free to more than 55,000 families with young children across the province. Inside this calendar, parents and caregivers will find valuable information to support them in the most important and rewarding job in the world – nurturing young children. “This is a wonderful

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Home-grown musical talent on display in coming weeks

hen it comes to enjoying great music by talented, top-notch people, it doesn’t get better than this. My social/musical calendar over the next couple of weeks is a bit of a déjà vu smorgasbord but like wine, the menu just gets better and better. Two lifelong friends, who have both recently returned to the world of live performance, have local gigs planned in the next couple of weeks and you really want to make a point of seeing them. The incredibly beautiful and diversified singing skills of Deb Stone will be on display next weekend and one of Canada’s very best singer/songwriters, Barry Mathers, is also back in the spotlight this month. I’ve been fortunate enough to not only know both of these talented people as dear friends for decades, but also privileged enough to have worked with them musically in the past as well. Their individual skills and talents are only exceeded by their passion for writing and performing music and it shows. The Deb Stone Band will be in concert at the Kelowna Community Theatre on Friday, May 20, kicking off the May long weekend. The concert and dance will include Stone singing a number of her original songs from her excellent CD, Written in Stone, as well as amazing covers of songs by such artists as The Eagles, CCR, Sheryl Crow, Bonnie Raitt, Trooper, Doobie Bros, Patsy Cline and Janis Joplin. After more than 35 years involved in the B.C. and Canadian music scene, I can honestly say I’ve met no one with the masterful vocal range of Stone. Honest to goodness, the girl does Patsy better than Patsy does. “Our intent is to introduce the band to the city, and to hopefully bring people downtown for some entertainment that is for all ages. If you are over 30 in this town but under 70, there are not a lot of places to go dan-

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Charlie Hodge cing, especially right downtown. If this dance goes off well, we would love to do it on a regular basis,” Stone says. The Deb Stone band has six other talented members including. Yvonne Caldwell on drums, Jim Caldwell on lead guitar, Ed Erickson at keyboards, Ryan MacKay on bass, Janice Schmidtz on vocals and Darwyn Sloat guitar and vocals. Tickets are available at Mosaic Books, Parkinson Rec Center, and at the door. Doors open at 7:30 with concert/dance starting at 8. For further info contact Deb at 250-4910234 or 250-864-3940.

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Barry “Golden Throat” Mathers is no stranger to Canadian music fans, especially Kelowna country, roots and rock fans. Probably best known for his 26 years with Juno nominee and multiple Canadian Country Music Association award winners The Cruzeros, Mathers, is truly a songwriting legend in Canada. His amazing vocals match his marvellous skill as a songwriter. As a poet, I envy Mathers’ lyrical skills. No question he is one of Canada’s very best. While the Cruzeros (Barry, Curtis Tulman, Gary Smyth, Rod Millar) still perform occasional big stage shows, Mathers has recently formed a traditional country-rootsAmericana band called Me ’n Donna. The unique sounding

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band includes Mather’s personable wife Donna, Gary Smyth, and banjo master Graham Maltby. “I needed to take a break for a while after so many years on the road,” he said. “One day Donna and I started singing in the kitchen and all of a sudden (after more than 30 years together) I realized, my God, the girl can sing.” After a couple of months playing for the pets and the refrigerator,

he suddenly had the urge to get out and perform again and that was it. “We are having a riot playing together,” he added. Mather fans will have a variety of locations to catch the new act, including May 19 at Rutland May Days and July 16 and Aug. 20 at The Bike Shop Cafe. As well, Me ’n Donna has just started hosting Western Wednesdays at the Grateful Fed.

Anyone interested in coming down to play some country music can (and must) contact me ahead of time at mathersmusic@telus.net. Each week the names of the jammers will go into a draw for a Molson Canadian Epiphone guitar. Music at the Fed starts at 8 pm. Song by song, Me‘n Donna taps the heart of the folk, roots, alt-country, Americana, call-it-whatyou-will genre, combin-

ing compelling originals with decades-old standards by Hank Williams and Patsy Cline and tasty covers that run the gamut from John Prine to Old Crow Medicine Show, the Flying Burrito Brothers and the White Stripes. Check it out, you’ll be glad you did ••• And just to add to the musical menu, another blast from the past. The talented Ran Berry and his new band

are also performing regularly. Rann Berry and the Random Act, featuring Scott Gamble, Dana Barnes, Michael Fic, and The Uptown Hornz are at the Blue Gator May 27 and 28. The Gator is a great place to dance and party at and Random Act is a great band to do it with. Charlie Hodge is a Kelonwa freelance writer. hodgepodge2@shaw.ca

SEEING GOD’S GOODNESS My Dad has a question that he likes to ask and when I was younger he used it in what I though were the most inappropriate times. When something went wrong in my life, or I was questioning the evils of the world, my dad would look me directly in the eyes and say, “Where do you see God’s good in this?” I struggled and struggled with this question every time it was asked. I could not see God’s good in the kids who shunned me or in the historical atrocities that I learned about in school. I found myself getting more and more frustrated with my father and his optimistic question in the face of the evil that seems to run rampant in the world. In 2005 hurricane Katrina ripped through the southern United States. New Orleans flooded and thousands of people found themselves homeless, hurt, out of work, and completely lost. I watched the news with horror and found myself once again struggling with a “good” God who watches over and cares for His people. Not more than a month later I was given an opportunity through my husband’s work to go to Texas and work with developmentally delayed adults and their caregivers who were being housed at a Methodist camp in Palestine Texas after their care homes in New Orleans were destroyed in the hurricane. I was excited and nervous about the week that I would spend with these people. What would I say? How would I comfort them, when I still had a home, when I knew where my whole family was, when my life wasn’t completely uprooted and upside down. Oh the hubris I had as I look back on my thoughts before I made that trip, before I spent a week working with people who finally taught me to see God’s goodness in the midst of tragedy. When the group I traveled with arrived at the camp the staff from New Orleans who had been caring for the vulnerable adults 24 hours a day for weeks greeted us. Some of them did not know if their

houses still stood, some of them had missing family members and several of them knew that they would have nothing to return to once they were allowed to return to their city. But each one greeted us kindly, and welcomed us into working with them, teaching us about their clients and taking charge of what needed to be done. Over the course of the week I had some very interesting conversations with these people who, much to my surprise, did not blame God for what was happening in their lives. They praised God for His goodness in providing them with a place to bring their clients. They praised God for His goodness each time a Parent was reunited with their lost vulnerable adult. They sought wisdom from God in the midst of their tragedy and prayed that He would show them how they could do more to help others. I was blown away and deeply touched not only by their reliance on God’s goodness but by the clients that I was able to work with. I spent time getting to know two young women who could not speak. One was in a wheel chair and both needed help eating, bathing and being changed. When I first met them I felt pity for them and their daily struggles, but God’s goodness once again shone brightly as I was taught what amazing women these two were. They did not seem to put out by where they were or what was happening. They relied on their caregivers and bonded with those around them. They laughed heartily, and sat outside in the late summer Texas heat, relishing in the feel of the sun on their faces while I melted from it. In their faces I began to see God’s goodness. I began to understand that He had not caused the hurricane that He had not caused the disability, that He did not cause the historical tragedies or the other evils in this world. I began to see that sin was the cause of these things, fallen people in a fallen world. A creation that no longer works in the way that it was created struggles and groans

and rebels, and yet the Goodness of God never fails. He restores life where things have died; He creates relationships where they have been broken. In a little Methodist camp in Palestine Texas God created a family out of a group of people who had lost touch with their biological families and He had allowed me to become a part of that for a small while. In my life I have now taken on my Father’s favorite question for myself. “Where is God’s goodness in this?” This doesn’t mean that I don’t take the time to mourn or that I never hurt when bad things happen, but it helps me not to blame God. It helps me to rely on Him and see where He is working in my life to bring goodness out of tragedy. Matthew 11:29-30 says, “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” This is a promise from our Father in heaven, a promise that He will guide you through times of struggle, that He will bring goodness out of your burdens and that He will hold you firmly, In His Grip, Pastor Karen Seifert Please know that you are always welcome to share your struggles and joys with our community of faith. Grace Lutheran Congregation offers two times of worship on Sundays. Our traditional service is at 10:30 AM with Sunday School during the service, and our Contemporary Service begins at 12:00 PM. Come, worship and be uplifted by the God whose Goodness is promised!

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When Tom Maxwell first walked into Kelowna’s Gospel Mission—a soccer ball in his hand— he felt like any other pedestrian entering a foreign building. He was nervous and apprehensive and wasn’t sure what to expect from the Kelowna shelter, a gathering place for many of Kelowna’s homeless. “It was daunting,” he admitted. “I didn’t know how they were going to react. But now I walk in there and it’s an easy place to go into. I know a lot of people won’t even drive by the Gospel Mission. But no one hassles you. Everyone there is just trying to eat and get out of the cold and chat.” Maxwell was carrying the soccer ball for a reason. He was hoping to start a street soccer program in Kelowna as part of a growing worldwide movement to use the world’s most popular sport as a way to fight homelessness. And he’s found success. For the past year Maxwell has been getting together with some

core members of Kelowna’s homeless community, practising once a week and even playing in an indoor soccer league at Kelowna’s Sunplex facility, downtown. Maxwell was inspired by the worldwide street soccer movement which has been taking place for the past 10 years. “When we moved to Kelowna my wife and I noticed there were quite a few homeless guys in the downtown core,” he said. “I thought ‘here is my opportunity to help.’ I contacted the shelters and the city and the regional district and then one day I turned up at the shelter with a ball and said ‘Who wants to play?’.” And so, the Kelowna Kodiaks were born. Over the ensuing year Maxwell has worked with different homeless soccer players and is now aiming to take his team to another level. Coming up in June there will be a national street soccer event in Vancouver. From there players from those teams could be selected to attend the Homeless World Cup (www.homelessworldcup.org) in Paris, France in August as part

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MEMBERS of the Kelowna Street Soccer team. Coach Tom Maxwell (second from left) and his wife Tiffany are joined by team members (from left) Antonio, Will and Rob during a practise at City Park this week. The team is holding a fundraiser on May 26 at the Kelowna Sunplex Arena on Ellis Street. of Team Canada. “It’s not a selection based on skill,” explained Maxwell. “They are looking for commitment to the team and practise, spirit, attitude and also they are looking to see who will benefit the most from going to the Homeless World Cup.” Street soccer has had

many successes. Perhaps the biggest was when famed football club Manchester United paid millions to sign a street soccer star named Bebe. But in Kelowna Maxwell is happy with the benefits that his players are getting from enjoying the sport. “We noticed with a

few of the guys that they were very quiet and didn’t say much at the start,” said Maxwell. “Now they are laughing and telling us about their lives. “I think it’s important for these guys to have someone to talk to. Participating in sports and being part of a team normalizes their situation. We

want people to recognize these guys are just as normal as us. There is nothing different about them except they don’t have a home.” The Kelowna Kodiaks practise every Thursday at City Park, beginning at 5:30 p.m. kparnell@kelownacapnews.com

Owls secure home field advantage for semi-final The KSS Owls rugby team fought through some injuries to key players and came out of the gates strong, coming away with a 32-17 win over the Salmon Arm Golds in boys rugby action on Wednesday afternoon. KSS stalwarts Kyle

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game with a try from five meters (unconverted). Patchell then scored a brilliant try from 45 meters, shaking a couple of tackles before kicking the ball to open space on the dead run and then outracing two Salmon Arm players to the ball where he got a

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Arm scored late to make the final 32-17. The win secures second place for the Owls and gives them the home field advantage against the now third place Salmon Arm Gold in next Monday’s Okanagan Valley semi-final matchup. The other semi final will see the 4th place Mt Boucherie Bears travel to Kamloops to face the 1st place South Kamloops Titans.

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Taking Kelowna’s street soccer team on the road is a costly endeavour. To help, the Chippy Winger Pub, inside Kelowna’s Sunplex, is hosting a fundraising event for them on May 26. The event is to help offset the travel expenses for the Kelowna Kodiaks street soccer team to travel to Vancouver for a qualifying tournament. If chosen, the team or team members will travel back East to try and qualify for the Canadian Homeless World Cup Team, which will the travel to Paris, France for the Homeless World Cup Tournament this August. The street soccer program is aimed directly at people who have lived on the streets and in shelters. Last year there were 64 teams entered in the Homeless World Cup Tournament, representing 53 countries. To help the Kodiaks travel to the Western Selection Tournament in Vancouver on June 4 and 5, the fundraiser at the Chippy Winger Pub will take place May 26 starting at 6:30 p.m. Entertainer Papa Thom will be providing live music and there will be raffle prizes, a 50-50 and other draws. The Chippy Winger Pub is located inside the Sunplex Arena on Ellis Street in downtown Kelowna. For more information contact Tom at kelownastreetsoccer@gmail.com or check the team’s web site at www.kelownastreetsoccer.yolasite.com.

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Hindson to Hall of Fame

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BREAK AWAY…Okanagan Mission Huskies’ Patrick Chore (center) tries to break away from a

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More commonly known throughout the rugby world as ‘Ro,’ Robert Hindson of Naramata will be the newest inductee into the B.C. Rugby Hall of Fame. The dinner and induction ceremony will be held Friday, Aug. 12 at the Delta Grand in Kelowna, during the Okanagan Summer Rugby Festival. Hindson played lock for Canada 31 times over a 17-year span, playing his first national game against Wales in Toronto in the summer of 1973. He was Canada’s most capped player for many years, in a time when the country played only two or three international games a year. Hindson also played many times for Canada at the Hong Kong Sevens tournament, and was the only Canadian to be selected to the Southern Hemisphere Barbar-

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ian Tour of South Africa in 1987. He was recognized internationally for his jumping ability in lineouts, in an era where ‘lifting’ was penalized. His running skills and ‘fifth gear’ made him a very difficult athlete to tackle. Hindson even was an accomplished goal kicker, an uncommon skill for a rugby forward.

Even 40 years ago, Ro’s ‘toe-punch’ style of kicking was a throwback method for kicking at goal. Jeff Sauvé, chief executive officer of B.C. Rugby, said it was an easy choice. “Ro’s athletic accomplishments are well known to anyone who played rugby in the 1970s and 80s,” said Sauvé. “Ro is a B.C. rugby legend and we are proud to add this outstanding international player from the Okanagan to our B.C. Rugby Hall of Fame.” Tickets for the dinner are available from the Central Okanagan Rugby Enthusiasts. Tickets are $75 and include a ticket to the Canadian Rugby Championship game to be played at the Apple Bowl the next day, Aug. 13. Contact Doug Manning (dmanning@corerugby.com) to purchase a ticket or table.

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A prominent local educator has agreed to take on the task of gathering and archiving memforabilia and stories from the past 100 years of local krugby. r Bill Lang is the right guy to take the lead on documenting the rich history of rugby in the Central Okanagan. t He has a love of history, having taught thousands of young people t

Canadian and world history in the local school district. Lang has played rugby locally for more than 35 years, first at Rutland Secondary and subsequently for UBC, the Rutland men’s team, the Kelowna Crows and the Priest Valley Vicars. Lang has been a coach and referee for high school rugby and has organized trips for students

on several playing/historic tours. He has contributed to rugby administration locally, having sat on the executive of schoolboy and men’s rugby organizations. Lang’s one-year project will take him into the attics and basements of at least 40 former local rugby leaders, where he will find photos, news clippings and stories that document our rugby roots

in and around the Central Okanagan. He will upload those various memorabilia onto the CORE website, each carefully coded by game type, level, team and year. Photos will also be coded with the names of the people in the pictures, so that the historic document can be easily found with search tools on the site. “A community needs

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one-year project,” said Doug Manning, president of the Central Okanagan Rugby Enthusiasts. “Once he finishes gathering the many records of rugby in our region and uploads them to the CORE website, it will provide a rich tapestry of our local rugby history for people to re-

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An impending move to the top level of university sports in Canada continues to bring high level recruits to UBC Okanagan sports teams. A Lower Mainland product is the latest athlete to commit to UBCO. Earl Marriott’s Brianna Beamish has committed to join the Heat women’s volleyball program in 2011the Heat’s inaugural season in the Canada West conference. Beamish, a 5-foot11 outside hitter joins the Heat with some impressive credentials. Her club team, Seaside Surf, has captured provincial titles in 2009 and 2010 and a national title in 2009 with Beamish being selected the 2009 provincial and national championship MVP. She was also a AAAA Provincial Championship All-Star in Grades 11 and 12, leading her team to a provincial medal both years, and has been a member of Team BC the past two years. “I chose UBCO because it is a great school

Brianna Beamish that is not too big and also close to home,” she said. “One of the main reasons I wanted to join this team is because of the coaches. They are fantastic and I can’t wait to learn from them.” Beamish also pointed out how much she looks forward to joining the current Heat players. “I am so excited to be coming into the Heat program. The team is so good and it has been really fun to watch them play. All the girls on the team have been so welcoming and I am really excited to get to know them all better,” she said, adding she is looking forward to the challenge of playing at the Canada West level. “It has always been my dream to play vol-

leyball at the CIS level and that’s why I was so pleased when I heard that UBCO was entering this top level of competition. “I’m eager to start playing and contributing to the team in any way I can.” Head women’s volleyball coach Steve Manuel added: “We couldn’t be happier that Brianna is joining our program. We have been watching her play for several years and we believe that she has all the attributes to help us succeed at the Canada West level. “Her competitiveness and proven ability to win will serve her well at the next level. “She has a bright career ahead of her,” Manuel said. Beamish will be pursuing a degree in Human Kinetics at UBC and is currently competing for her long-time club team, Seaside Surf, alongside future Heat teammate Katy Klomps. The two of them will soon be trading their Seaside gear for matching Heat uniforms.

Rookie ID’d early for Heat b’ball Whitney Hamilton, a graduate from Lambrick Park Secondary in Victoria, has committed to play with the UBC Heat’s women’s basketball team beginning next fall. Hamilton, a versatile 6-foot wing/post player will bring size and strength to a Heat team getting ready to compete with the stiffer competition they will find in Canada West next year. Hamilton attended the Heat’s ID Camp earli-

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Whitney Hamilton toria and president of the CIS. He played on the Vikes’ 1983-84 national champion men’s basketball team and later captained the basketball team at McGill before making the transition to coaching at the University of New Brunswick. Hamilton says she is very excited about joining the team as the Heat embark on their maiden voyage in Canada West, barring any unforeseen issues with the CIS vote in June. “Because my Dad has been working for the CIS since I’ve been little, one of my goals growing up was to play CIS, so I’m really excited to play,” she said. Hamilton has a strong basketball resume, playing senior basketball since her grade nine year, she also played for the Team BC U15 Red Team and the past few summers hit the hardwood with the UVIC Vikes’ open women’s team. Coach Semeniuk likes what she sees in

Hamilton’s initiative and discipline adding, “She knows what she wants… She knows what it takes, I don’t have to worry about her not knowing what to do or what it takes to compete at that level.” Coach Semeniuk also envisions the potential mismatches Hamilton should bring to the team as, “she is a left-handed player with a blend of size and strength that make her a challenging offensive weapon.” Hamilton will be enrolling in the Bachelor of Science program at UBC’s Okanagan campus, with an aspiration to go into Sports Medicine, although “nothing is for sure yet.” She has expressed a lot of excitement at the opportunity to come to the Okanagan. “My family is from the Okanagan…Even if I’m moving away, it won’t be far from home…and I really like how the campus is growing.” Whitney will be a welcome addition to the Heat family as well adds Coach Semeniuk, “I am so pleased that Whitney chose to attend UBC’s Okanagan campus and play for the Heat. She is a strong student, an outstanding player and a great person and she will be a perfect fit on our team.”

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n Tuesday, May 17, a 30-minute documentary film, called The Remaining Light, will be presented by the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union. The film is by Goh Iromoto and Shannon Daub. This is a timely film and families of seniors are encouraged to attend. The documentary is a journey through an often

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Community Calendar SENIORS Upcoming events during May at the Elks Club Lounge: Every Friday evening, Texas Hold’em Poker, registration at 6:30 p.m., game time 7:30 p.m.; meat draw every Saturday at 2:30 p.m. The Saskatchewan Superannuated Teachers monthly meeting Tuesday, May 17, 11 a.m, at the Mission Seniors Activity Centre, 4398 Hobson Rd. Contact paulryder@hotmail.com. The Kelowna 15th annual Fiddle Concert and Contest, sponsored by the Kelowna branch of the B.C. Old Time Fiddlers, is June 3 and 4 at the Rutland Seniors Centre, 765 Dodd Rd. Tickets available at all music stores. Call 250-763-4406. Central Okanagan Retired Teachers Association luncheon Monday, June 6, at Capri Hotel. Cost is $24, doors open at 11:30 a.m. Presentations on pension plan and new extended health plan. Confirm attendance by email wfindlat@silk.net by June 1.

The film explores what it means to age and die with dignity. It includes preventing illness and social isolation which is a key reason for depression. Seniors, their families and experts in the field including those who work day-to-day with seniors, talk about the services and supports that are needed, where we are failing and their hopes for a stronger system of care. The film, which is set in British Columbia, also provides context about community-based health care policy and funding in our province. It discusses keeping health care costs under control as the generation ages. However, the film’s themes and stories will resonate with people across Canada who worry that we need to provide seniors with the dignity and respect they deserve. The film screening will be part of a public forum about the state of seniors’ care in Kelowna, and will include a panel presentation and discussions. Dr. Mary Ann Murphy will be a member of the panel. Dr. Murphy is well known for her research related to aging. She works through the School of Social Work at the University of British Columbia Okanagan campus. I have already had the opportunity to view this documentary. In my opin-

ion, this film is worth seeing and the discussion following should further highlight the issues that families need to deal with here in Kelowna. The film is based in part on research conducted through the Economic Security Project, a research partnership led by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and Simon Fraser University, and funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council. Currently, British Columbia Ombudsperson Kim Carter is carrying out an investigation into a fragmented underfunded system of seniors’ care. Part 1 of the Ombudsperson’s report, The Best of Care: Getting it Right for Seniors in British Columbia, was released on Dec. 17, 2009. It contains 10 recommendations that focus exclusively on issues affecting seniors in residential care. Part 2 deals with general home and community care issues, as well as home support, assisted living and additional aspects of residential care. The Remaining Light will be screened at the Kelowna campus of Okanagan College in the lecture theatre (room S104). Refreshments and light snacks will be served at 4:30 p.m. The panel presentation, film screening and discussion will be from 5 to 7 p.m. After the May 17 screening, you may view

Join the Respite & Recreation Club program which is designed to meet the needs of people with Alzheimer Disease and Dementia. Meet every Wednesday morning at Fernbrae Manor from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Alzheimer Society of B.C. holds support groups for caregivers and people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia on Tuesday at the Kelowna Resource Centre, 865 Bernard. Call Jennifer at 250-860-0305.

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at the wrong moment. In order to have a bit of a change, it’s always interesting when possible, to change the arrangement of all the different items of furniture. The next step is, without doubt, the pool. Opening a pool is simple, especially when you start early in the season. This way you avoid the build-up of algae and having to use large

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t’s a chain reaction— knee pain coming from hip muscle weakness. With the warm weather finally making its way to the Okanagan, many of us are getting back outside pounding the pavement, beating our opponent to the soccer ball or climbing up that mountain. Did you know that every step puts at least half of your body weight through your knees? And if you are climbing the stairs, that number increases up to seven or eight times your body weight. Many people, both young and old, experience knee pain that develops without a specific incident. One of the most common types of knee pain occurs in the front of the knee or around/under the kneecap. These pains are often the result of abnormal biomechanical stress on the knee, known as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS). The knee, or patellofemoral joint, is at the mercy of both internal factors, such as muscles, ligaments and fascia and external factors such as body mass, speed of walking or running, surface and footwear. In a normal knee, all of the forces should be balanced side to side. However, in those with

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from a physiotherapist can diagnose the underlying cause(s) and rule out any other potentially serious knee injuries. From this information they can advise you on which exercises are most appropriate to your specific case. You can begin to manage your patellofemoral pain by minimizing activities that place large amounts of stress through the knee joint, such as squatting, jumping, run-

ning and going up and down stairs. You can give your knees a bit of a break from these high compressive loads by trying water running, swimming or cycling to maintain your fitness. You can also ice your knees to help start the healing process. It is recommended that you ice for 15 to 20 minutes approximately two to three times per day for optimum recovery.

Then return to the starting position. During this movement, make sure that your top hip stays facing the ceiling and doesn’t roll either forward or backward. If you put your hand on the side of your gluteal muscles, you should feel them activating. You can start with three sets of 10 repetitions on both sides to keep the hips strong overall. The earlier you can

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Also, if you have weakness in your gluteus medius, you can start to strengthen these muscles by performing an exercise called the clam shell. The clam shell involves lying on your side with your hips and knees bent as if you were sitting on a chair. Keeping your ankles together, slowly move your knees apart, with the top knee moving away from the bottom knee as if your top knee is a door being opened.

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New floorplans and the completion of the second phase have coincided with a flurry of sales activity at Mission Group’s Dwell Townhome community on Ambrosi Road in mid-town Kelowna. The new floorplans introduced in phase 2 provide homeowners with two large bedrooms on the upper floor, which are perfect for singles, mingles and couples, the most predominant buyers at Dwell. The new designs give people a choice of two master bedrooms, each with their own ensuite, or two bedrooms with a den. The other new wrinkle is an option to include the kitchen in the middle of the main floor, which creates more of a great room style for those who like to entertain. Of course, one thing that wasn’t tampered with was the expansive rooftop sundecks, which is arguably the biggest wow factor for Dwell. Along with the introduction of the new plans, the completion of the second phase has created enough demand that there are now only 5 homes remaining from phase 1 and 2. It took a while for the Dwell townhome community to truly gain some momentum. The first phase of 13 two and three bedroom homes launched last May, and while sales were consistent with the market, it was not until the second phase neared completion a few weeks ago, before

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sales really took off. Now the first two phases are over 80 per cent sold. Given the demand over the past year, that’s good, if not remarkable. It’s no secret we’re entrenched in a buyer’s market, so why all of a sudden has Dwell taken off? Obviously, price and location are always the most important considerations when buying a new home. Dwell provides good value in a desirable midtown location on Ambrosi Road. But even with those compelling attributes, it took sometime for Dwell

to truly resonate with a certain type of homebuyer” said Darcy Nyrose, of Nyrose & Associates at Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty. Most neighbourhoods in Kelowna have a very residential feel, and most homebuyers in Kelowna are looking for that style of home, Nyrose added. “There’s nothing wrong that. So, when those types of shoppers see Dwell for the first time, it’s not at all what they expect from a townhome community.” But not everyone wants to live in Pleasantville (no offence to those who live in Kettle Valley),

acknowledges Bob Anderson, marketing manager for Mission Group. “There are people who are looking for a different way to live,” Anderson explained. “They like living in an urban setting with an urban style, but they don’t want all of the limitations and inconveniences of a condo. They like the idea of a townhome, but they don’t want to be in a residential setting. They want their own front door and garage, but they want to be able to walk to a restaurant, a movie or the grocery store.” See Niche A21

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THE DWELL TOWNHOME unit interiors are reflective of a style of living that offers something different from the traditional single-family residential home.

More people in Kelowna are looking for this style of living, Anderson says. The early adopters who bought at Dwell, wanted to live in an area where they can walk to most things and leave their car at home. They were also looking for something different, and the rooftop sundecks give them the extra wow that makes their

friends take notice. And if entertaining on their expansive rooftop sundeck ever gets boring they can always find something to do at the hundreds of shops, restaurants and theatres within walking distance. With more and more people moving to Kelowna from urban centres, it’s likely demand for homes like Dwell will continue to grow.

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As much as a community needs to resonate with a certain type of person, everyone knows that new homes need to provide great value in today’s market in order to generate any interest from buyers. People have plenty of time to shop around and they will only make a decision when they have compared many options. They need to be confident that they are getting a great bang for their buck. It has to fit there needs, but it also needs to make dollars and sense. At Dwell, there have been no dramatic reductions, but prices have been lowered since the initial launch. At the same time finishes have been enhanced and features have been added to create more appeal and lasting value in the homes.

At press time, available two bedroom homes start at $274,900 and three bedroom homes start at $319,900 plus net HST.

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Construction of phase 3 is scheduled to begin in June with completions scheduled for early in 2012. A phase 3 home would make sense for buyers who have less urgency, but want to customize the home to best suit their needs. By buying early, they will be able to choose the main and upper floor layouts that best suit their lifestyle, and they can select the finishes that best suit their tastes. There will also be more end homes released in phase 3. The largest homes at Dwell, the D Plans are over 1,500 square -feet, with rooftop sundecks up to 585 sq.ft. The D1 home also includes a private back yard in addition to the rooftop sundeck. The D & D1 homes in phase 2 all sold far in advance of completion, so it’s logical to expect the same thing to happen in phase 3. Even if phase 3 makes more sense from a timing perspective, visiting Dwell now will enable

homebuyers to see the finished homes in phase 2 before they are sold. At the current pace, that may not take too long.

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Dwell is a Mission Group community. In addition to being defined by a unique style and functional design, homebuyers can expect a wellbuilt home that is backed by industry-leading after sales service. Mission Group is a three-time winner of the Gold Tommie Award for Outstanding Customer Service, and evidence of their ongoing commitment to building in Kelowna can be found at award winning communities like Mission Shores, Verve, Mode, Amberhill and Sheerwater. For more information on Dwell, and Mission Group’s other communities visit missiongroup. ca.

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to more than one financial institution, signed an application to allow for them to do a credit check, then their credit score would, more than likely, go down. Remember, the more hits on your credit bureau the more detrimental it is to your credit score. Fiction: If I am approved at one of the major banks, credit unions or other lender, I will have to change my daily banking to that institution; Fact: In reality, you will be able to keep your existing banking accounts. All you have to do is supply the mortgage lender with a “void” cheque and the payment will automatically come out of your account, just like a payment for that new car you purchased. Fiction: If I am turned down from my financial institution, I won’t be able to get a mortgage or refinance. Fact: It may still be possible to get that mortgage approved through a different lender. There are occasions when you won’t be able to be approved at your current financial institution. Mortgage brokers may be able to find another lender. Of Prime Interest is contributed by mortgage brokers Darwyn Sloat (250718-4117) and Trish Balaberde (250470-8324).

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Sustainable landscape that is green and lush Mariana Greene CONTRIBUTOR

It’s an unusual cistern that grabs attention from a well-designed house and landscape, but the 1,650gallon galvanized-steel cylinder has pride of place in a Dallas, Tex., area front yard. It is symbolic of the owners’ finally realized dream for the home they had always talked about having one day. Once all five children in their blended family were on their own, the couple tore down the 1946 two-storey residence in the Devonshire neighbourhood of North Dallas to make way for a low and lean Texas modern design with a metal roof, exterior walls of stone and a sustainable, low-maintenance landscape plan. Architect Stephen Chambers and landscape architect Shane Garthoff were instantly on the same page with the husband and wife regarding their desire to create a new homestead that trod sensitively, respectfully upon the site. “You have to be responsible in caring for the environment. It’s everybody’s job,” says the homeowner, who didn’t want his name used. “I didn’t want wellmanicured box hedges. We wanted something that would be sustainable, that wouldn’t take a lot of work and that was kind to the environment.” This man clearly takes delight in his new home, whose landscape was on the national Garden Conservancy’s Open Day tour last May. Visitors, sophisticated garden lovers, circled the imposing cistern with the same wide-eyed awe

as the gawkers in automobiles who roll to a stop to stare. If tour visitors, strollers or motorists show interest, the homeowner, from his frequent perch on landscape boulders in the shade, is happy to hold forth. Architect Chambers says his client told him, early in planning conferences, that he wanted big barrels positioned around the house’s exterior to catch rainwater. Chambers replied, “Why don’t we do something a little bigger, make a bigger statement that (water conservation) is important to you?” The architect points out a cistern can be buried underground or placed in a far less prominent position than one’s front yard, “but that wouldn’t be as dramatic.” He shopped farm and ranch suppliers online (not a rare occurrence since his firm designs ranches and weekend properties in the country), and chose a model that has a boldly lettered gauge to indicate the tank’s water level. Although the cistern has a commanding presence, it is the lawn turf that is dearest to the owner’s heart. In early spring, ‘Emerald’ zoysia is cropped short, like an Aggie’s scalp. But a few weeks hence it will be green and fine-bladed. “It is absolutely gorgeous when it gets grown up,” he says. “It reaches a maximum height of 10 inches, but it falls over on itself at five or six inches, so it never exceeds the height limit the city will allow. It’s like walking on a thick, well-padded rug. It feels so good.”

The owner is in the habit of walking barefoot in his front yard? “Of course!” he answers, as if people his age have no reservations about baring snake-belly-white feet. The zoysia takes the Texas sun, performs well in shade, says the landscape architect, and is mowed only once, in late winter before warming days and spring rains trigger fresh growth. “We designed the landscape to closely fit sun patterns, shade patterns and topography” Garthoff says. “ As the beds in the front yard transition under the tree canopy, it starts to get more shade-tolerant plants.” The planting plan was developed around large, old trees, including a majestic male bois d’arc the homeowner says is about 100 years old, a spreading live oak and a row of sizable, multi-trunk crape myrtles that screen the side street. These valuable trees and others were protected during construction and seem to have survived without damage. The property employs an automatic irrigation system that was designed and manufactured in Israel; the homeowners consider it a state-of-theart option. It supplements rainfall, admittedly, but Garthoff heeded his clients’ wishes that not a drop of water be wasted. The neighborhood is close to a lake, and the homeowners did not want rain or sprinkler runoff from their property streaming down streets and into the city’s aging and overworked storm sewers. That breaks the

rules of good stewardship. The landscape, therefore, has as little paving as possible. Permeable surfaces— lawn and landscape beds, bands of crushed stone between the concrete expanses of the driveway, dry streambeds that double as walkways and the backyard’s crushed black basalt—absorb heavy rains rather than deflect the water. This is where the imposing cistern plays more than an ornamental role. It catches rainwater from the house’s guttering system to hand-water the

yard, wash the dogs and top off the water feature near the front door. “It’s like a piece of yard art, a piece of sculpture,” Chambers says. “And a lot of their neighbors have sculptures in their front yards.” He says the water features and native plants that flower, including coneflowers, rudbeckias, sages, Turk’s cap and butterfly bush, draw in wildlife such as amphibians, raccoons, opossums, squirrels, songbirds and butterflies. The plants Garthoff specified, including sev-

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Pentas seem to be experiencing a revival of sorts. Actually it is hard to see why they ever left the popularity chart unless it is simply just the pure quantity of new plant material showing up at garden centers. Pentas also go by the name of Egyptian star cluster and are generally classified as a sub-shrub in their native regions. They are rock solid, tough-as-nails annuals reaching 18 to 36 inches in height depending on variety and attracting butterflies and hummingbirds with a frenzy. They are normal perennial in zone 8b and higher provided there is good drainage and they are not apt to sit in cold water-logged soil during the winter. Choose a site in full sun for best flower productions. Prepare the bed by incorporating three to four inches of organic matter and till to a depth of 8 to 10 inches. While tilling, incorporate two pounds of a slow-release, 12-6-6 fertilizer. The next step is very important to happiness

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They say Italy is for lovers. But is Italy for kids? It’s certainly a romantic destination, from its spectacular architecture to its beautiful coastlines to its famously fine wine. It can also be an intimidating place to tote little ones, with its cautionary tales about pickpockets, and its very real plethora of crazy drivers and cigarette smokers. But the culture in Italy is so rich and vibrant,

and the history so fascinating and iconic, that it would be a shame to leave the children back home. My wife and I recently took our 10-year-old daughter, Joie, on an eight-day vacation that covered the big city of Rome and the tiny island of Capri (in southern Italy). It was Joie’s second trip to Europe; two years ago, we spent a little less than a week in Barcelona, Spain. I hope both experiences will stick with her for life, and have showed her that the world is a big place—that other countries are in some ways

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Gadgets work Italy from A28 first three months of the year, it came in extremely handy in Italy. There are a couple good reasons to buy them their own gadget to tote around: One, it gives them a project. Places Joie normally wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have had the patience to wade through, like the National Museum of Romeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Palazzo Massimo alle Terme and its room after room of statues, became opportunities to document her visit, or to be artistic, or simply to pass the time. But the bonus is that she was able to nab some pretty good shots while we werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lookingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;of an interesting bit of architecture at the Trevi fountain in Rome, of a lovely vista from high above Capri. She wound up taking nearly 800 photos (more than I shot), including several that will make it into an album. â&#x20AC;˘ Cibo! Food in Italy can be amazingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and expensive, thanks to an unfavorable exchange rate. But there are simple ways you can keep your kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bellies full without breaking the bank. Most hotels in Italy offer free breakfast, so take advantage and make sure your children fill up on pastries, fruits, eggs, meats and cheeses. Near the biggest tourist attractions, snacks and drinks are (predictably) way overpriced. A vendor near the Colosseum in Rome wanted 4 euro (nearly $6) for a can of Coke. So hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a tip: Scout out a grocery store, then, on your way out every morning, pick up a sackful of snacks and drinks (you can fill one for $10 or $15). Trips to Italian grocery stores were as fascinating to Joie as a trip to the Roman Forum was for usâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;although they carry Pepsis and Kit Kats, they ralso sell all kinds of goodies not found in the U.S. If you can, ask a local to point you to a salumeria (cured meat shop) at midday; these places can make cheap but tasty sandwiches to eat on the go. The more you save during the day, the more you can splurge at night. Just be aware that most restaurants close after lunch and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reopen until 7:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;˘ Toilette! One warning: If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a toilet near you, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s free, have your children

use it. On the way to Capri, we made the mistake of not using the facilities on the train from Rome before arriving in Naples. At the Napoli Centrale railway station, it costs 1 euro (about $1.45) per person to go to the restroom. On the return trip to Rome, same thing: We forgot to go before arriving at Roma Termini and wound up spending another 3 euro just to answer natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s calls. â&#x20AC;˘ Pagare! On the other hand, sometimes it pays to pay up. We paid 16 euro (about $23) each to take a hydrofoil from Molo Beverello port in Naples to Capri instead of 9.60 euro for the regular ferry; this saved us 40 minutes of traveling, reducing the odds of a Joie meltdown. While on the island, we spent 120 euro (about $175) on a two-hour private boat tour courtesy of the wonderful Capri Whales di Wendy. We could have spent just 15 euro apiece on a one-hour group tour, but cutting crowds out of the picture can eliminate stress and heighten a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sense of wonder. The boat was roomy, the pace leisurely. For Joie, it was the highlight of the entire trip. â&#x20AC;˘ Flessibilita! Planning is critical. Planning helped us figure out, for instance, that the Vatican Museum is less crowded around 10:30 a.m. on a Wednesday, when the biggest throngs

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MARINA GRANDE, on the tiny island of Capri, is in the Tyrrhenian Sea on the south side of the Gulf of Naples in Southern Italy. are next door at St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basilica for the weekly papal audience. Planning led us to use TripAAdvisor.com beforehand to book a highly rated bed & breakfast (Aiano) with majestic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. But a healthy dose of flexibility will keep you and your kids sane. Talk to children ahead of time about how plans can changeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;depending on how long it takes to get through a museum, to walk to a certain spot, or to eat a particular meal.

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Keyboard folds away Eric Gwinn CONTRIBUTOR

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arb is 54 years old and had been chronically ill with various “mystery illnesses” for almost 28 years. With endless prescriptions, along with visits to doctors and specialists, she had almost given up hope that some day she might recover. Barb is not alone in her suffering. According to the May issue of Readers Digest, there are millions of North Americans suffering from mysterious illnesses like chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and multiple chemical sensitivity that leave both doctors and scientists perplexed and unable to help. Barb had been given a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, post-traumatic stress disorder, restless leg syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome and depression. But most of all, Barb suffered from lack of hope for recovery. As it turns out, Barb had been exhibiting symptoms of illness for much longer than 28 years. They actually started when Barb was just a child. She always knew that she had sensitivities to certain smells like most fragrant products and diesel exhaust but didn’t realize that there was a name for this condition—multiple chemical sensitivity. Her health issues started to escalate in her early 20s when the antique oil stove that heated her home had broken. She awoke to a house filled with black smoke and soot and was lucky to get out alive. She also lived by fruit orchards for six years and was regularly exposed to pesticides. The tipping point was in 1982 after a car accident when chronic pain

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Annie Hopper took over her life. After a second car accident in 1986 life became almost unbearable. Once an enthusiastic and energetic business executive and single mom, Barb finally had to quit her job and go on disability as the pain was just too intolerable. She was given a prescription for pain right away and had to take medications every few hours just to manage. And even after rounds of physiotherapy and other recommended treatments, the pain continued long after the injuries should have healed. Taking care of her three children seemed like a Herculean task and she often felt guilty because of the all of the things that she could no longer do with them. Beyond all of the symptoms, what I believe was going on at a much deeper level was Barb had suffered from an acquired brain injury that activated a chronic inflammatory response and consequently resulted in a maladapted stress reaction. Her system was already vulnerable, and the second car accident was the straw that broke the camel’s back. From that point on, her brain was stuck in a trauma pattern and was sending alarm messages to the rest of her body that fueled the inflammatory response. In order to recover, Barb needed to address the underlying brain trauma cycle.

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Public Notice PUBLIC NOTICE Watermain Flushing

Utility crews continue their watermain ﬂushing program to ensure the distribution system is refreshed and healthy. Mountain Avenue to Guisachan Road between Gordon Drive and Spall Road including Royal View Area May 16 – June 10, 2011 During this period, lower than normal water pressure may be experienced. If water discoloured, run the cold water until clear. INFO: 250-469-8600

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PUBLIC HEARING Notice is given that City Council will hold a public hearing on: Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 2pm Kelowna City Hall, 1435 Water Street Council Chambers

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There is a speakers list for this meeting. You can have your name added to the list by calling the Office of the City Clerk at 250-4698645 or by having your name added to the list at the Public Hearing. All members of the public will be given an opportunity to speak. Presentations at the public hearing are limited to a maximum of five minutes. If a person has additional information they shall be given further opportunity to address Council after all other members of the public have been heard a first time. No representation will be received by Council after the conclusion of the public hearing. Correspondence, petitions and e-mails relating to this application must include your name and civic address. Petitions should be signed by each individual and show the address and/or legal description of the property he or she believes would be affected by the proposal. Correspondence and petitions received between April 11, 2011 and 4pm on Friday, May 20, 2011 shall be copied and circulated to City Council for consideration at the public hearing. Any submissions received after 4pm on Friday, May 20, 2011 will not be accepted.

Council will hear representations from the public who deem an interest in the properties aﬀected by the proposed 2030 Oﬃcial Community Plan.

The public may review copies of the proposed bylaws, Council reports and related materials online at kelowna.ca/council or at the Oﬃce of the City Clerk at City Hall from 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday, as of April 11, 2011 and up to and including May 24, 2011.

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Comments can be made in person at the public hearing, or submitted online by email to cityclerk@kelowna.ca, or by letter to the Oﬃce of the City Clerk, City Hall, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1J4.

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Parks legacy: A birthday worth celebrating

’m the first to admit, when it comes to government news, I’m hardly unbiased. But B.C. Parks’ centennial celebration is worth acknowledging and celebrating. It’s worth commemorating what is a great legacy for British Columbians, as well as the thousands of annual visitors to our world-famous parks. Starting with Strathcona Provincial Park on Vancouver Island in 1911, B.C. has steadily increased the amount of protected land—by 1930, there were already 13 provincial parks and 50 areas reserved for pleasure and recreation. Today, B.C. Parks manages 999 protected

in several B.C. Parks. Workers at these camps built roads, trails and other visitor facilities. This was a crucial development. While we think nothing today of driving, say, 34 kilometres from Kelowna to enjoy the waterfalls at Fintry Provincial Park, that wasn’t always the case. The main way for city and town dwellers to get to a park—even the nearby ones—was rail. That was just to get to the park gates, mind you. From there, it was either on foot or horseback. Sounds like fun. But it’s hardly a daytrip. Today’s families have lots of choice. Kelowna and indeed the entire Okanagan is blessed with

Steve Thomson areas, totalling 13.14 million hectares of land and marine waters—an area slightly larger than England. Interestingly, this expansion was partly spurred by the Great Depression. To help address record unemployment, forest work camps were set up

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hind an energy efficiency workshop on Wednesday. The workshop, which runs from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Laurel Packinghouse (1304 Ellis St.), will be of interest to many residents and local industries looking for low-cost ways to retrofit or build according to green standards. “Cost is one of the major barriers to retrofitting or installing eco-friendly products and practic-

es,” says Don Degen, City of Kelowna utility services manager. “However, there are a variety of lowcost and cost-offsetting options that many people do not know are available. This workshop brings together service providers, customers and incentive programs to help residents reduce their energy consumption with as little impact on the budget as possible.”

“We want to help our customers learn about the options available to them, and ways they can make their homes more energy efficient, which helps to reduce their energy costs,” said Nicole Bogdanovic, with PowerSense at FortisBC. “Information sessions such as this one allow for participants to ask questions or get help applying for audits or grants.”

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Okanagan College will receive $173,257 to renew and replace health education equipment. This grant will ensure students preparing for the health professions get the hands-on experience they need to succeed in their chosen careers with access to the most cuttingedge health technology available. Lab equipment must continually be updated to reflect what is being used currently by health care services. These facilities give students learning experiences that simulate the health care setting and provide them with the opportunity to develop technical skills before entering the clinical environment. “Okanagan College has a great track record of preparing students for careers in the health professions. This funding will further enhance their facilities and programs so that their students can reach their full potential,” said Kelowna-Mission Liberal

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At Kakwa, palaeontologists are continuing a survey of the dinosaur tracksite there. The survey and study aren’t complete (the site is nearly vertical and usually covered by snow, so it takes a while) but palaeontologists believe it has a greater variety of different species tracks than any other tracksite in Western Canada. Research into primitive and potentially alien life, and dinosaurs; right in B.C. Parks. There are a number of great ways to help celebrate B.C. Parks’ 100th birthday. Check out bcparks.ca for an event calendar outlining the contests, giveaways and programs to mark the centennial. These will all be a lot of fun. But maybe the best way to celebrate 100 years of B.C. Parks is to get out there and enjoy one. See you there!

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City plans to remove 200 pine beetle infested trees from local parks The City of Kelowna will remove more than 200 infested Ponderosa pines from city parks this spring to stop the spread of pine beetle infestation within Kelowna. Six locations have been targeted for removal of 211 infested trees,

including Knox Mountain, Dilworth Mountain, Rutland Lions park, Gopher Creek and properties along Chute Lake Road. Residents might notice some of this work starting Monday. “We are seeing an increased pine beetle in-

festation in the areas surrounding Kelowna,” said Blair Stewart, the city’s urban forest health technician. “There are approximately 600,000 ponderosa pine trees within the city and provincial experts suggest we could lose up to 80 per cent of those

over the next five to eight years.” The public is asked to stay out of areas where crews are working. Only infested and dead trees will be removed. Infested Ponderosa pines at this time of the year can appear green

and healthy and show little sign of attack. Infected trees have been marked with paint or flagging tape. “We’re also encouraging land owners to watch for and remove infested pine trees,” noted Stewart. “However, in order to stop the spread of the

beetle, it is important to remember that infected wood should not be used as firewood, transported, or stored for any length of time unless it is first debarked. Infested bark must be chipped, burned or buried.” The cumulative area of

B.C. affected by the pine beetle is estimated at 13.5 million hectares—about four times the size of Vancouver Island. Residents can learn more about the pine beetle and tree removal at kelowna.ca or call the city’s Pine Beetle Hotline, 250-469-8457.

Revitalization of Airport Way underway to create multi-use corridor Biking, walking and aircraft watching at Kelowna International Airport will soon have designated space and be more enjoyable as the Airport Way Multi-Use Corridor project is completed.

Beginning on May 16, road repaving and utility upgrades will begin along Airport Way between Old Vernon Road and Aerospace Drive. At the same time, a multi-use pathway will be added which will in-

clude landscaping, trees, sidewalks, bus shelters and street lights. In addition, benches will be added for those who enjoy coming out to the airport to observe the landings and takeoffs of various aircraft that fre-

quent YLW. Vehicles arriving to the airport from the North Okanagan are encouraged to use the main entrance at the lights. Traffic off Old Vernon Road along

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Airport Way may experience slight delays. City of Kelowna crews have been hired as the contractor of this $4.3million project which is scheduled to be completed by mid-November.

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Of Kelowna, passed away peacefully on May 11th, 2011 at the age of 86 years. Lena will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Predeceased by her husband Walter Hordowick. Survived by her daughter Joana (Kevin Aldridge) Robertson of Vancouver, her son Walter (Sandra) of Edmonton, grandson Eric, granddaughter Heather, and sister Stella Kimick of Kelowna. Lena was a former teacher in Winnipeg, and on moving to Kelowna, enjoyed a career as the artist Olympa. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 839 Sutherland Ave on Thursday, May 19th, 2011 at 10:00 AM. Interment will take place in Lakeview Memorial Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in memory of Lena. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna. 250-762-2299

MALCZYNSKI, STELLA (STASIA) Passed away on May 10, 2011 after a hard fought battle with Pancreatic Cancer, with her family at her side, at the age of 60. Survived by her loving husband Mike; children: Kasia Dheensaw (Dharam), Adam Malczynski (Candice), Tom Malczynski and Monika Malczynski. Stella was born in Bychawa, Poland and moved to Canada in 1971. She was a loving wife and mother and a dedicated employee to UBCO Students’ Union, where she had so many fond memories and dear friends. Her strong faith in God and her tenacity to survive taught us that we could accomplish anything. Prayers will be recited on Friday, May 20th at 7:00 pm at St. Pius X, 1077 Fuller Avenue, where a Funeral Mass will also be celebrated on Saturday, May 21st at 11:00 am. The family wish to express sincere thanks to Dr. Chris Livingston, Mr. Ervin Breitkreutz, and the wonderful Palliative Response Team nurses and staff. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial donations may be made to the Kelowna Right to Life Society, 241-1889 Springﬁeld Road, Kelowna, BC V1Y 5V5 or visit their website:

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We did not know that morning, What sorrow the day would bring. Time has passed so swiftly. It has been 10 years since that fateful day, We still miss you terribly. This is our way of letting you know that, You will always be loved and remembered. Eva, Laura, Mike, Kira and Jenna, Robert, Yukiko and Maya

The bitter grief and shock severe, to part with the one we love so dear. You bid no one last farewell, No chance to say good-bye. You were gone before we know it, Only God knows why. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. Though your smile is gone forever, And your hand we cannot touch, We will never lose the memory, Of the one we loved so much.

Fote John Almas Oct. 31, 1946 - May 17, 2007 Deep in our hearts a memory is kept To love, to cherish and never forget. Today, tomorrow, our whole life through We will always love and remember you. Remembered with so much love Corinne, Jasmine, John and families

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Snowclearing TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATING Comm. snow removal & comm snow blower. 250-979-8033

Sundecks KELOWNA DECK & RAIL. Vinyl, Mod. Flooring, Alum., GlassTopless/Picket878-2483.

Tiling OKANAGAN Stone & Tile. 25yrs exp. Free estimates. All work gauranteed. Reno’s to tile. Call Gary, 250-317-4770 TILE Setter. Artistic Ceramics. Custom tile setting. Call 250870-1009

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

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

Window Cleaning Hands Free Maintenance. Window, gutters, yard maint, pressure wash. 250-718-2963

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Sales & Service Directory CONTRACTORS

CONCRETE O NC R E T W. C K. SPECIALIZING E IN DRIVEWAYS, SIDEWALKS, FLOORS, STAIRS, RETAINING WALLS AND REPAIRS

FREE ESTIMATES CALL KEVIN

250-575-4973

JELLIS CARPENTRY & CONTRACTING LTD.

Complete Carpentry Services Decks, millwork, sheds, garage organization, renovations & improvements.

Scott Jellis 250-300-3250 Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter

Licensed & Insured

765-6898 In business since 1989

EXCAVATION EARTHWORKS LTD.

Joe (250) 550-6208

bearpawearthworks@telus.net

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

EQUIPMENT LTD.

Shop & Mobile Heavy Equipment Repairs, Sales & Rentals

Kubota KX161-3/THUMB Rentals, Day/Week/Month 288B Campion St, Kelowna, BC pausch.equipment@shawcable.com • C 250-470-8688 www.pauschheavyequipment.com • F 250-491-9368

Top Soil, Natures Gold Gravel Sand, Bobcat Service, Dethatching & aeration, driveway sealing, remove sand. *Window Cleaning Jason 250-718-2963

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

“Your Exterior Property Specialist” “GIVE YOUR HOUSE A BATH” •Residential •Commercial PRESSURE WASHING SPRING SPECIAL! Have your home exterior, windows and gutters ALL PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED. Call today for a Special Quote + SAVE THE H.S.T. Mike McGuire 250-300-0717

North End Moving Services

Local or Long Distance Polite & Professional

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

Dixon Flooring Hardwood & Tile

10+ years experience Quality work at competitive prices, free estimates, pictures on facebook.

250-212-3269

MARYANNE’S KITCHEN Bathrooms & Countertops.

Book now for landscape projects, retaining walls, pruning, spring cleanup, irrigation repair & installation.

250-317-7523

250-317-7773 or visit us at: aspenlandscaping.ca

Free measure & design & great service.

ASPEN LANDSCAPING LTD

NO HST

Joe’s Moving Service “The Professionals”

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

AFFORDABLE PAINTING

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

250-878-2483

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EXPERIENCED CRAFTSMEN QUALITY WORKMANSHIP

• Kitchen Remodels • Painting • Plumbing

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

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

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SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST

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TRUCK/ BULL DOZING

TNTTRUCKING

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

ABC

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

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

OVERHEAD DOORS

250-878-2911

• YARD MAINTENANCE • spring clean ups • decks • fences •retaining walls • residential/ commercial • FREE estimates Call Louie at

250-212-4205

“ONE ROOM, OR YOUR WHOLE CASTLE”

DALE’S

PAINTING SERVICE

862-9333 PAINTING KELOWNA A BETTER PLACE SINCE 1982

ROOFING

Kelowna

• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall

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TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATING LTD.

250.718.6718

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

Independently Owned and Locally Operated

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

Al’s Bobcat Service • Soil/Rock Installs • Postholes • Forklifting • Backﬁlling & Compacting • S/Axle Dump Truck Hauls • Mini Excavator Service

250-763-4044 250-470-2598

HEATING SOMMERFELD HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

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

Call Wayne (250) 215-6767

LAWN & GARDEN

Dethatching, Aerating, Hedge & Tree Trimming. Full maintenance services. RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL Free Estimates

250.863.8935

PAINTING

Deck & Rail

Serving the Okanagan 14 yrs. Vinyl Decking up to 80 mil., Modular Flooring, Aluminum, Glass, Topless, Picket Railings, Fences & Gates. Free Estimates

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

LANDSCAPING

RENOVATIONS

TREE SERVICES

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

We install quality laminate, carpet, lino & much more. Need product? Call Jeff 250-869-2125

A & S Electric

EXCAVATION

GARAGE DOOR GUTTER & SERVICES DOWNSPOUTS

MOVING

PRESSURE WASHING CASCADE MOBILE PROPERTY SERVICES

Hooksnapped Flooring Installations

KITCHEN CABINETS

MAINTENANCE SERVICE HANDS FREE MAINTENANCE

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

FLOORING

PAUSCH Trucking, Excavating, Bobcat, Residential

ELECTRICAL

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

PLUMBING

DEREK’S PAINTING Serving Western

KOSKI PLUMBING, HEATING & GAS FITTING

250-769-9068

Call Troy, 250-718-0209

Canada for 34 years. FREE Estimates Clean & reliable work

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

TILING TILE SETTER

Artistic Ceramics.

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

Call 250-870-1009

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

Call Gary 250-317-4770

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

Get featured in the Sales & Service Directory, call classifieds to book your spot.

250-763-7114

FEATURING

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

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Merchandise for Sale

Boarding

Pets

$100 & Under

Horse Boarding in Coldstream, 2 blocks from Vern. Riding Club, sep 75x75 paddocks w/hay storage & shelter. 2 feedings daily, boarder to supply hay. 80x160 sand arena. 250-558-0618 pls lv mess.

Equestrian SOHA May Spring All breed points horse show, May 21st, 22nd, and 23rd, Halter Western English and jumping classes, BC Heritage qualiﬁer and PAC approved show, spectators welcome, contact sherryripplinger@hotmail.com or call 250-490-0397

Feed & Hay APPROX 100 bales bedding hay. $2/bale. Call 250-8689729 Ginseng tarps 24’ x 165’ for shade or windbreak. Inexpensive and attractive solution for hay shed, livestock shelter etc. $150 each. 250-558-8322. Quote available for installation. *HAY-SALES-GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.

Livestock Organic certiﬁed Black Angus Loala cows, heifers, steers, yearling bulls ,

Pets AKBASH GUARDIAN puppies. Ready now. 250-8364621. Australian Shepherd Blue Merle puppies also Australian Shepherd/Border Collie Cross $450/$500 (250)769-6795 Basset Hound Puppies, ready May 21, vet checked, 1st shots. (250)833-4081 Extremely cute chihuahua puppies. Ready to go June but come see and reserve now. First shots,vet, etc. incl. 250765-0352. $575 MINI-PINCHERS, males, 11 weeks old, tails docked, all shots, dewormed & paper work, $650ea. 250-868-8515. MULTI-POOS: PUPPIES. 6wks old,will be ready to go at 8weeks all white, 1F, 5M. $600. 317-0894,250-317-4128

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THURSDAY, MAY 19TH - 12 NOON Preview: Auction Day, 9am to Noon Place: 4620 40th Ave. S.E., Salmon Arm, BC

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Beautiful Square End Table $99 (250)215-3138 BLUE w/dark trim occasional chair, excl cond., $15. Call 778-478-2110, 778-478-6672 CREAM beige lay-z-boy recliner, excl cond., $65. Call 778-478-2110, 778-478-6672 CREAM w/glass coffee & two end tables. $45/all. Call 778478-2110, 778-478-6672 Jysk computer desk, 1 mo old, $35. Call 778-478-2110, 778-478-6672 Mountain Bike 21 speed size for ages 6-12 yrs works excellent $50 (250)215-3138 ONE blue recliner, excellent shape, $75. 250-860-0611 OVAL Coffee Table & End Table. Solid Oak. Queen Anne Legs. $60 (250)764-1090 TV 27 “ JVC excellent picture $75 obo (250)861-5820, or cell (250)-717-6464 White Wood, 6 Drawer Dresser & Mirror $49 (250)765-6104

$200 & Under 2008 White Frigidaire Range, like new, $198 (250)-765-6104 6 Tires, 225-75R16, $175. 250-765-2789 7’ Pool Table, new in box, all accessories, paid $475 (ask $200) 250-765-5204 LOVELY pillow back cord velour sofa, matching chair, excl cond., $150. 778-478-2110

$300 & Under SOFA & Loveseat, excl cond., medium brown w/light piping. $300/bth. 250-764-4415 Work out Bench System, still in box, Worth $600 sell for $300.(250)215-3138

$400 & Under WOOD Chipper, 8hp, $400. 250-765-2789

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GRAND PIANO CLEARANCE SALE MOIR New & Used Grand & Upright Pianos. Call Richard Moir 250-764-8800 HARTKE AC75 solo amp. 2 channels, perfect for lounge and coffee house gigs. $375. Ph (250)833-1976

Custom Built. One Owner. In Crawford 4 Lrg.bdrm + Den Double oversize Garage. Plus Extra Lrg Garage. Flat lot 100 x 220. Paved R.V. Parking Wood Burning Stove NO REALTORS

EXQUISITE SANCTUARY Fabulous 2.26 private acres with creek in beautiful Alberni Valley on Vancouver Island. Enchanting 3600 sq.ft. 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom custom built 1995 home. Outstanding 57x40 shop with own bathroom, lots of parking. Features hardwood, tile throughout, custom cabinetry. Gas ﬁreplaces, stove, heat and hot water; ensuite with soaker tub. Thinking of a life style change? Move to Vancouver Island. Even better, move to Port Alberni, the Salmon Capital of the World! Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this “one of a kind” property. Asking $649,000 RE/MAX Mid Island Realty Port Alberni, B.C. John Stilinovic 250-724-4725 Toll Free 1-877-723-5660

Bruce Duggan 250-766-2628 RHUBARB Fresh from our Garden. To place your order please call (250)762-8617

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 ELECTION Canada Rental Return Furniture Overstocked, Price to Sell - Desks, Chairs, Tables, Filing Cabinets and more. TOTAL OFFICE Showroom 420 Banks Road Monday to Friday 8:00 - 4:30 Sat. 10.00-4.00 Call us Today 250-7171626

TWO drawer ﬁling cabinet. 30” wide by 18” depth by 27” high. Comes with keys. Grey. $65. Email picture avail. Call 250765-7811.

Garage Sales $5.00 Bag Sale at the Pro Life Thrift Shop at 1157 Sutherland Avenue. Also, 50% of all bedding and household goods from now until summer! 250762-9266. FUNDRASIER GARAGE SALE 350 Keithley Rd, Rutland Sat/Sun, May 14/15 at 8am household items, toys, furniture, new pedastool sink, furnace, Bylands Nursery, Marble Slab Icecream Gift Certiﬁcates and more

MOVING Sale Pkg Special. Deal for handyman. Take ALL from workshops & speciﬁed areas. $2200. Appointment only. Info, 250-764-8231 Fran

Heavy Duty Machinery 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 Looking for large oversize cats, yarders, tractors, sawmill equip, farm equip, ect. For scrap. 250-260-0217.

Misc. for Sale 1x4 Cedar T/G plained 5’ Long $1 per board, approx. 500 boards to a lift. (2) 150 Gal. alum. fuel tanks, freight liner. Christie Carriage - skyline logging. Collectors Items, 1986 Honda Shadow, 1100 cc, great cond., 34,000 kms. 250545-4653 or 250-308-0977 23rd ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE sponsored by the Vernon Collectors Club at Vernon Curling Rink on Fri. May 27th from 3pm-8pm & Sat. May 28th from 10am-4pm. Approx. 120 tables.$2 admission is good for both days. BRAND new 5 stage reverse osmosis water ﬁltration system. Retail price: $795. Now: $250. Call 250-863-1544 Honda Generator, EB5000i inverter, $2100. Honda plate compactor, $1100. Both used very little. 250-317-2496 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com RIGIDFOAM Insulation, 2 x 5 10/ bundle $15ea bundle. Call 250-862-8682, 1660 Cary Rd Silver Buyer in Town Now. Buying Old Coins, Collections, Silver, Sterling,Flatware, Gold, Jewelry, etc. 1-800-948-8816

Sporting Goods FUN for all ages: Is shooting a ﬁrearm on your bucket list? Try it on Sunday May 15, 10-2 at the Kelowna & District Fish & Game Club’s “JUG SHOOT” Sponsored by The Best Little Gun Shop Around, Weber & Markin, 4-1691 Powick Rd, Kel 250-762-7575. Tues-Sat, 10-6.

Real Estate Acreage for Sale 149 Acres in Joe Rich, 15 min drive East of town. 3bd cabin, mature timber, fronts Mission Creek. $695,000. David Jurome, MacDonald Realty, 250862-1888 160 Acres in Oyama, panoramic lakeviews, has shale rock quarry, take trades/carry ﬁnancing. $1,450,000. David Jurome, MacDonald Realty, 250-862-1888 CARMI AREA 6 acres with well, hydro across road $160,000 21 acres great for private retreat. Good building sites. $299,000 for details Call 250-578-8404

Apt/Condos for Sale CONDO $149,000 55+ Strata $131. 2nd level., 809sqft. Comfortable new decoration. 1 bd possilby 2. Laminate ﬂooring, & tile. 1860 Richter St. Call to view(250)300-4386

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Completely renovated 1 bdrm condo for sale by owner. New fridge, stove & hot water tank. Perfect for 1st time home buyer or someone wishing to downsize.

$91,500.

Please call 250-545-5530 or 204-720-1276 to view. THINKING OF SELLING? For a conﬁdential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.

Business for Sale ESTABLISHED LOCKSMITH Business on Vancouver Island since 1997. Tools, equipment, stock & extensive customer base. Mobile sprinter available also. Call for details 250-9497708 or 250-902-9156.

Duplex/4 Plex DUPLEX FOR SALE! 4 bdrm, 3bth, downtown, big lot size, recently renovated, good mortgage helper, close to hospital & all other ammenities. $379,000 Msg 250-979-0250.

For Sale By Owner 3612 LEVER COURT

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1700 SQ.FT Rancher on Flat Lot 3 bdrm 2 Baths Family room, Gas Fireplace, Kitchen with island, Sunken livingroom, diningroom hardwood ﬂoors, Built in vac, Underground sprinklers, 3 car Garage. offered at $424,000 Please call

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Misc. Wanted IM a private buyer/collector of 1950’s, 60’s and older 10¢, 25¢, 50¢ & $1. I want to buy lots! All conditions! US & Canadian. Todd 250-864-3521

250-764-8271

DUPLEX FOR SALE! 4 bdrm, 3bth, downtown, big lot size, recently renovated, good mortgage helper, close to hospital & all other ammenities. $379,000. Msg 250-979-0250. OPEN House May14 1-4 618 Roanoke, Kel. 1.5 Story 3bd. MLS. X2055140. 861-6805

OPEN HOUSE MAY 13, 14 & 15 12pm-3pm 1 Acre Flat Hobby Farm & Market Garden 141ft. x 300ft. 1630 RUTLAND RD. 2200 sq.ft Up/Down. 2bdrm 1bath, Attached Double Garage On Sewer/irrigation

$657,500

(250)765-2740 or 861-0564 PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS from $150,000. www.orlandoprojects.com Also: 1 precious 3 acre parcel, owner ﬁnancing. 250-558-7888

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OPEN HOUSE 726 Renshaw Rd.

(4th house S. of Pearson Elem.)

Sat, May 14

12 noon to 4 pm. 3165sq’, 4 bedroom, 3 bath. Bi-level, gr. level walk-out. Vault sunroom. 3 Fireplaces 21’x23’ shop, hoist hgt. Lrg level .21 acre lot Fenced & hedged. Downstairs kitchen. Ideal for Daycare. Spacious R.V. parking Must be seen inside View: www.comfree.ca(Code 1143)

THINKING OF SELLING? For a conﬁdential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.

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 $165,000 2bdrm Holiday Park Resort Home with Lot, pools, gym, golf. #783-415 Commonwealth Rd. MLS Ken Dempsey Remax. 717-5000 $287,000 Affordable Retirement Rancher. Hrdwd, tile Sky light nicely updated. MLS Ken Dempsey Remax 717-5000 $333,900. Westbank, 3bd, 2bth up, 1bd or den, lndry, inlaw suite, 1bd, garage. Assist w/down payment. View on comfree.com #248411. Call 250-768-2554 $374,000 Belgo Elem.school Area 3 bdrm on Main Full bsmnt gar,Rv prking MLS Ken Demsey Remax 717-5000 $445.000 Glenmore .35 acre fenced lot det. shop RV prking 4bdrm + den updated home 2422 Longhill Rd. MLS Ken Dempsey Remax 717-5000 6 1/2 Acres with Cape Cod Style 4bdrm 3bath Lakeview Home Priv setting Only 15 min to DT Kelowna 5 min To UBC $639,000 (250)-215-1324 MORTGAGES LOW RATES. 5YR. 3.94% VARIABLE 2.25% Trish at 250-470-8324 THINKING OF SELLING? For a conﬁdential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.

Okanagan *REDUCED* No Step Rancher for Sale 2172 Kaslo Court, Kelowna $418,000.00 3 bedroom 11/2 bath many extras. Please call 250-765-2811 or 250-8691246.

Mobile Homes & Parks Canadian and US Models Custom Modular Mobile and Park Models 1500 sq. ft. Modular starting 109k 1200 sq. ft. Mobile starting @ 89K 10 year warranty 250-495-4650 jim@somhomes.com

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Open Houses OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, MAY 15 12:00 - 3:00 $899,000 1774 Highland Dr. N.

Beautiful Old Glenmore 3 bdrms, 4 bathrooms, hardwood floors, double car garage, work shop, games room, huge stone fireplace, irrigated, a/c, hot tub, mature landscaping on .28 acre lot. Open beams and skylight in kitchen. Loads of storage. Street level entry. Pellet fireplace in basement. Private decks and sunroom. 250-763-4888 OPEN House. Sunday May 15, 1-3:30. 6154 Davies Cres, Peachland.

Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent 1BD fully furn’d, TV, dishes, linens, utils incl. Balcony, Big White. $425. 250-861-5820, 717-6464. May 15-Oct 31 2BD Condo, avail June 1st. Block from Orchard Park. $1100. 250-768-8083 or eves 250-862-1429 2Bdrm. 2bath 55+ 5 appls. UG.parking Capri Area Very nice. Call (250)762-9265 AVAILABLE June 1st. On second ﬂoor, two bedroom,1-1/2 bathroom. Close to Costco. On bus route. No Pets. 875.00 per month plus utilities. Phone: 250-717-5863

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BELGO AREA, Rutland Rd. South. 2bd, $900 hydro, f/s, NO PETS, bus route, Avail. now. 250-491-3345, 869-9788

RUTLAND - 4bd, 2.5 baths, across from shopping, close to schools, $1350/ mo. Avail immed. 250-317-0475 WESTBANK- 2bd, 1.5bth sxs 4plex, Smid Rd. $800 + hydro. Avail May 15 or 30. 250-2121282

1BD, Bright Modern Suite, Glenmore. furnished (opt), 5 Appliances, digital cable - w/ internet - utilities incl. absolutely NS, NP. Quiet prof. $850/mnth. Tel: 762-9258 or 470-7157. 1BD bsmt suite (wo), w/garage, 1200sq’, near lake, 5appl, NS, NP, ref’s. $750 +utils. Avail immed. Ph 250-7695624, 250-317-0373 1BDRM, avail Now. Rutland. Clse to schools. $700 incl utils. NP.bus route 250-863-1302. 1BDRM, N. Glenmore w/o, spacious, priv ent, laundry, near UBCO, quiet wrking pref. $900 incl utils. Call 250-8688458 1BD, Rutland. Avail April 15. NS, NP, ref’s. $675 incl utils. 250-801-9900. 1BD spacious, priv ent, sep patio, sep WD, gas FP, AC, mature person, NS, NP. $800 incl utils+DD 250-762-9726 1BD suite, N. Rutland, near bus, suitable for quiet single person. FS, WD. NS, NP. $750 incl utils. 250-765-5854 1BD w/den+sunroom, 1200 sq’, July 1st, priv ent, patio, WD, prking. Beautiful lake view, quiet cul-de-sac. $1050 incl utils +DD. NS, small dog ok. Mature couple. Call 250707-1006

RUTLAND 3bd House, near school, avail now. FS, WD. Nparties, NS, NP, ref’s, $1280 +DD& utils. 250766-3395

2002 Saturn Auto

2007 KYMCO 150cc scooter, 2500kms. Like new cond w/many extras. Great comuter vehicle. $2300. 250-862-0576 ATV: 2007 Kawasaki 360. Auto, 4x4, diff lock, winch, $4100. obo 250-838-6075 HONDA 2004 VTX1300S Grey. Excellent cond. $5500 (250)707-1681, 250-878-1578

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2bd, starting @ $850 incl. parking & utilities. 1Bdrm, starting @ $700 (250)-860-5220 CAPRI MALL area. Senior Orientated building. NP, laundry, 1bd, $720 & 1bd w/den. $800 250-979-2771 COSTCO AREA. 3BD, 2bth, $1450/mo + hydro, ug prking avail, $30/stall. NP. Avail May 1 250-869-9788

FAIRLANE CRT. Close to shopping & bus route,

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Heat & hot water incl. New adjustable rates. Call (250)-860-4836 MILL CREEK ESTATES 1590/1588 Spall Rd.

Premiere Rental Complex in Kelowna. Different Floor Plans Available Close to Shopping / Restaurants. Call for Availability. Affordable rental amounts. (250)-860-4836 or email: millcreekestates@shaw.ca

Spacious 2bdrm 2bath 5yr old condo by Costco. w/d dw a/c balcony. Avail. now $1100.+ utils. NS/NP 250-495-5107. TURN KEY Secure Furnished 1Bdrm+Den, 2baths, w/d, all appls. NS. NP. Available June 1- Oct.1, longer lease considered.$1200 utils incl’d (250)491-4464, or 250-300-3520 WILLOW PARK MANOR. 270 Aurora Cres 239 Hollywood Rd. S 1 & 2bd units S Next door to the full service Willow Park Shopping Center S Free parking S Resident manager 250-763-3654

Commercial/ Industrial 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 3100 sqft unit #3-690McCurdy Rd. Warehouse shop office for lease. Rick 250-770-0903 HWY Front avail at 1694 Ross Rd Ship/rec doors, prking C1 2000sqft. $2500 TN. 769-6614 Warehouse/office 2400 sq.ft., 2-14’ overhead doors, 821 Fairweather Rd. $2000./mo tripple net, fork lift avail. 250306-1936

Cottages / Cabins 1BD Cabin on Orchard. $550 inclusive. No Smoking. No Pets. Avail now. 250-762-8594

Duplex / 4 Plex 2bdrms w/d, yard, 2prking spots. Reno’d. Beautiful area. $900+utils. Cable&Net 6mths Free.Avail now.(250)470-0000 4BED+DEN 2BATH BLKMTN. $1250+Util. 5appl. 2decks. Lrg yard. NS.NP. 250-869-8504 AFFORDABLE REDUCED 2Bd End Units.Split level balcony 4/5-appls. Rutland, Near. schools parks. NS Large fenced yard. $850, $890. 1250-542-1862 , 250-260-8518 Available June 15th 2bdrm + den 1.5 bath st ,fr, Quiet area 610 Katherine Rd $1000/mo 250-769-0109, 250-878-9970 Available June 1st 2bdrm + den 1.5 bath st, fr, Quiet area 610 Katherine Rd $1000/mo 250-769-0109, 250-878-9970 EXCELLENT 2Bdrm duplex, Upstairs, $865 plus 1 bdrm suite, $700. Available Now 250-763-1558, 250-763-1860

Mobile Homes & Pads Mobile -2bdrm Lrg. unit. Covered deck fr st w/d $795+ utils. NP. 250-768-5080, 717-1033

Homes for Rent 1BD in Ellison, WD, FS, June 1. $750+utils & DD. Suits one person. 250-765-5208 2BD, 1bth Mobile Home on an orchard in S. E. Kelowna. NS, No large dogs, $700+utils. Avail June 1. 250-861-5449 2BD House, upper level in Capri area, shared lndry, mature wrkong cple, NP, small workspace & garage. $1000+utils. (250)448-8507 3BD House, Ellison area, no dogs, $950+utils. June 1. Call 250-869-2186 3BD Mobile 1300sq’ sm pet negot.WD/FS.NS $1090+utils. Avail Immed. (250)-768-6773 3BD, near hospital. Sundeck carport, NS, NP. Ref’s. $995. May 1. 250-801-9900. 3BD up, $1300 incl utils, lndry. 2bd+den bsmt, $1050 incl utils. 380 Hardy Rd, Rutland. Ruth or Jai, 250-862-5756, Shiv, 250-864-6810 lve msg Available May 15. 3bdrm 2.5 baths Westbank nr Golf course 5 appls dbl gar FP AC Fenced yard $1800 250-7690109 or 250-878-9970 AVAIL now. Houses for rent in Magic Estates & Rutland area. $1700 plus DD & utils. 250859-6784 FURN. upscale, near new, exec.2bd+den, (or 3rd bdrm.) top flr. 5mins. from bridge, 2bay gar.,across fr. park. Rent neg., on lease length min 30 days. NS. NP. 250-762-7837 June 1st Hosp.area.2bd fr st laundry tub shower shed yard NS NP $1100 + utils 860-8031 NO STRINGS ATTACHED! If we told you there’s a $45K non-repayable grant for a down payment on a brand new home, wouldn’t you want to, know more? If you can make mortgage pymts but haven’t been able to save a down payment, find out about Project Build II Attainable Housing program. Contact Gino Dal Ponte at 250.317. 2707 or info@thepropertysource.ca PANORAMIC Lakeview Home 3bd, 2.5bth, sep lndry, lrg decks. $1590. 250-769-0609 RUTLAND. Main flr, 2bd, air, DW, carport, shrd WD, ref’s, $975 + 2/3 utils. 250-765-5064 SUNRISE Village (age 45+) 2 bedroom, 2 bath, open kit with fam room, lvg room with gas fireplace. 1230 sq.ft. with enclosed sunroom & large patio. Single carport. One small pet negotiable, no smokers, references required. Avail June 1st. Contact kathwatts@shaw.ca or 250-878-9318.

WESTBANK Estates furn’d 4bd, 2bth, deck, lake view, hottub. $1650. Pets ok. Call 877-803-7168 WESTIDE area, very private, 2860 Scharf Rd. 3bd House, 1.5bth, avail immed. $1100. Call (250)-768-5768. Winﬁeld 3bd 2ba No bsmt., 6appls a/c, Avail now. NS. NP. ref’s req’d $1250 + DD & utils. 250-766-3395 3BD 4Appl AC Patio Pet OK $1350 OR 5Bd 3Ba 5Appl Deck Pet OK $1500- 250-8601961 www.cdnhomeﬁnders.ca

Classifieds Get Results! Office/Retail Professional Office Space For Rent! Location: Orchard Plaza. Two rooms available. $800/month per room (Negotiable). 1 Year Sub Lease. Email: info@kelownalaser.com

Rooms for Rent CLEAN, safe furn’d rooms/ suites, DT, students/working/active seniors, int, WD. Lng/short term. 250-861-5757.

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Seasonal Acommodation FURN. upscale, near new,exec.2bd+den, (or 3rd bdrm.) top ﬂr. 5mins. from bridge, 2bay gar.,across fr. park. Rent neg., on lease length,min 30 days. NS. NP. 250-762-7837 LACASA RESORT on the lake for rent, sleeps 8, Elegant & Modern 2bdrm, den, May $750/wk, June $1000/wk, July $1500/wk, August $1750/wk. 250-491-0823 May-Dec. Silver Star house with 2 suites, 1-800-894-0554 www.silverstarskichalet.com

Shared Accommodation CENTRAL Glenmore, room w/ a view, $550 utils incl except phone, NP, ND. June 1. 250469-1238, 778-478-2288 FEMALE Student or Working furnished room Incls all utils, cbl & int, $400. 250-870-7183. FURN’D Master bdrm w/ensuite bath W.O deck, priv sitting room, garage. parking. hottub int. sat tv. utils incl’d. McKenzie Rd. Shared kitchen & laundry $1200. Suitable for young couple. Call Evan to view (250)826-4739 Shared 3bdrms in house $500 per room. include everything. June 1st 250-868-1314

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BOATS, CARS, TRAILERS, HOUSEHOLD & COMMERCIAL Run your own business from our yards & ofﬁce -Westbank to Kelowna(Shared ofﬁce, 200 sq. ft., some yard)

GARDEN SHEDS Exciting new models on display! The ULTIMATE Insulated Metal Garden Shed Locally made, affordable, durable. Environmentally friendly. Visit our new sales & storage ofﬁce.

1660 CARY RD. 250-862-8682 BOAT, RV & Dry Storage Hwy 33 & 97, Prime space, cheapest in town!! 250-862-8682

Suites, Lower 1 & 2 Bdrm Rutland area NEW quiet clean sep entry, parking,includes utils, appls cable, net, NS NP NP $600 $850 250-212-4556 1300sq’ 2bd, 5appl, jetted tub, pool, utils, Lakeview Heights. NS, pets negot. Ref’s req’d. $1100. 250-769-7107 1BD 4Appl AC Deck $750 OR 2Bd 4Appl Patio Pet OK $850 Util Incl. Call 250-860-1961 www.cdnhomeﬁnders.ca 1BD above ground bsmt suite, N. Glenmore, across from park on cul-de-sac. NS, NP. Wrking adults, FS, WD, $695 utils incl June 1. 250-826-7824 Joe.

2BD BSMT. NEAR PEARSON SCHOOL IN N RUTLAND AVAIL.15,MAY $900/MONTH INCL. UTILITY. SEPERATE LDRY. N/S&N/P REF. REQURIED CONTACT 250-317-9502

2BD bsmt. Springvalley area, WO level. Close to amen, buses. $795+ approx. $100 utils. 250-868-9059 2BD Cottage & 3bd grnd ﬂr in Lakeview Heights newly reno’d Bright, spacious, with pool, Large lot with view. All appl’s incl., call 250-769-9038 email: qizhangsun@gmail.com 2BD legal suite Rutland. Nr. bus & shopping. 4appl, ns, np. $950 + utils. Avail July 1st. Call 250-863-1155 2BD. Near Nesters. avail imd. 5appl, incl utils, cbl & wl int, sep ent., $900. 250-470-3449 2BD, utils incl, NParties, NS, NP, near shopping & bus, quiet area, Area of Rutland. Lndry HU’s. Extreme WL int. $850, dd req’d. 250-765-2931 AVAIL 2bd suite, brnd new, Belgo area. NP, NS, Nparties, no lndry, $800 incl utils. Aft 5pm, 250-491-1829 BRIGHT 2bdrm bsmt ste.fr, st, dw, incl’d. HU’s for WD.priv. entry,yard, $1000 utils incl’d. (250)491-0263 call aft 5pm. Executive suite priv. level entry. View.appls. NP. NS. All inclusive $850 (250)-717-1033 Lrg 1bdrm hospital area WD Sep entry Lrg yard NS NP $900 utils incl’d (250)868-8874 LRG airy 1bd suite, utils incl, 4appls, priv ent, off-street prking, lrg cov’d deck, NS, NP. Bus route. Adults pref. Beautiful Dilworth Mnt. 250-861-8995 MAY 15. Hospital area, 1bd, DW, FS, tub/shower, patio, incl utils. $700. NS, NP. Call 250-860-8031 RUTLAND. 1bd bsmt suite, NS, NP, $750. Avail. now. 250-765-3002, 250-863-5616 SEMI-LAKESHORE suite.1bd, 1bth, lndry, lrg garage & kitchen. $890. Call 250-769-0609 WESTBANK SMITH CREEK 1Bdrm lower level, a/c, fridge,microwave,hotplate includes cable,net, all utils. NP. NS. $700/mo (250)717-0045 WESTSIDE. Newer 1bd lrg w/o suite, lrg yard, wood ﬂoors, priv lndry. June 1. $850 incl utils. 778-755-4222 or 250-300-3854 WINFIELD bright 2bdrm main level ste on parklike setting, priv patio. Avail May 1. Incl everything. Walking dist to beach & marina. On bus route. Furn or unfurn. Suits working person or students. N/s, n/p. $1000/mo. 250-766-1776

Suites, Upper 2Bdrm 4351 Turner Rd. L.Mission. Lrg. covered deck, all appls, $900+utils. (250)764-4684, or ( 250)-878-6159 3BD upper level near hospital, FS, DW, WD, skylight, balcony, NS, NP, 1200sq’. $1025 +utils. Avail immed. Call 250826-7824 Joe. RUTLAND: 3bd 2ba., main ﬂr house, lg. sundeck, fruit trees, cls. to bus, school. Avail now. ns, np, $1000. 250-575-0940

Townhouses THINKING OF SELLING? For a conﬁdential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.

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Antiques / Classics 1931 Ford 2 door sedan, older restoration. $15,000. (250)545-5530 1974 VW Thing Convertible, collector plates, $8000. ﬁrm. (250)838-6667 1987 Chev I-Roc, auto, air, 140,000kms, excl cond., $4000. Call 250-763-9721 1987 Corvette, #’s matching, restored, elektron blue, $22,000. obo (250)260-5291

Only 76000KMS 5Speed 2Door 4Cyl 1.6L Great On Fuel Sunroof P/L Spoiler Alloy Wheels CD New Tires $4490 Call 250-862-2555 Visit www.kfmauto.com 2003 Nissan Sentra

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Cars - Domestic 1995 Z28 Camero LT 350, V8, auto, T-top, duel exhaust, 77km, driven summer only. $11,500. Cindy 250-260-5948 or 250-308-2617. 1998 Chev Cavalier Z24, white, 5 speed, sunroof, no rust, no accidents, good allround condition. Has Alpine stereo/DVD Hi output video display system still under warranty. Car history available. Asking $2,495.00. Call 250765-3929 1999 Honda Civic Auto 4dr. Metallic green. good cond. 222KM $2200 (250)448-5259 1999 Toyota Camry LE auto fully loaded 257,000km Lady Driven $4795 (250)448-7783

GXE Auto 151000KM Great On Fuel A/C P/L P/W P/M Cruise Tilt CD Player Runs Great Very Great Vehicle $3990 Call 250-862-2555 Or Visit www.kfmauto.com

Cars - Sports & Imports 1990 Honda Accord, 4dr, auto, lady driven, n/s, 235K, good cond. $1200. 250-307-8787 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 2.0 Litre turbo, black, p/w, p/l, sunroof, leather, Tokico suspension. $4,000. 250-308-8660. 2004 Nissan Centra, 158K’s, auto, 4dr, A/C, new winter tires on/summers. $3450 870-1510 2004 Toyota Matrix, auto, air, $7975. 2007 Toyota Yaris, 2dr hatchback, 5sp,. $6975. 2006 Pontiac Vibe 5spd, loaded, $6975. 2000 Mercedes ML 320, auto, loaded, 4x4, 112,000KM, $7975. Government Inspected Rebuilt Vehicles, Lego Auto Sales, Vernon. 250-260-4415

2006 Honda Pilot EX-L One owner, black with grey interior, 130,000kms, eight passenger, Honda installed trailer package. Meticulously maintained. $19,000. Located in Nelson B.C. Call

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V6 4 dr sedan, low mileage all options and very clean. Ph 250-470-2413

‘93 Mercedes 4 cyl, 190 E, 2.3 L, Exc. condition. Great gas mileage $1800, OBO 1(604)241-5924

2008 Smart Car Passion edition, showroom cond., only 32,000kms, gas powered, auto trans, heated seats, panorama sunrf, power windows/doors, CD player. Unbelievable gas mileage. $10,490 obo. 250868-1040, 250-801-8081 2010 Pont G3 Podium Edition Loaded, pics and details on Castanet or call 778-516-2000

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08 O’K 2 slide camper loaded 31K &/or 08 F-450 KR 44K. Ken 250878-4365 https://sites.google.com/site/2008okanagancamper/

1980 Import 7 1/2 ft. 3 way. fr., stove, sink, furnace. Sleeps 4 Good cond. Asking $2000 To view call (250)763-1552 1993 Security 9.9’ Penthouse Camper. Full washroom. $6000. 250-765-7303 1999 27.5’ Travelaire 5th wheel, 1 slide, queen bed, sleeps 4, rear entry, $12,500 obo. 250-260-3432, 309-2073 2003 Ford Class B Great West Camper Van. 134,193km. In Excellent Cond. Well outﬁtted. $30,000 obo. 250-545-5302 2004 Adventure 9’ camper. Sleeps 4, 3burner cook top & oven, fridge/freezer, all in one bath with shower, elec jacks, dining table slides out. $15, 500 obo. 250-863-1155 2006 Pilgrim 5th wheel 30ft: Great condition $22500.00 Call for details 250-503-8176

Brand New Atwood Camper Jacks - crank style new $800 selling for $400 Standard camper entrance door $50 (250)765-7303 CAMPER Nordlite 9’6\\” good shape $7,850 obo. 250-558-3567 mbexton@telus.net

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

Sport Utility Vehicle 1992 Toyota 4runner, 4x4, V6, auto, original owner, exl cond., 176K $2800. 250-765-5597 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. 2003 Nissan Pathﬁnder LE, fully loaded, V6, 1 owner, exc. cond., 99,000 kms, $13,995. (250)542-1707

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Auto Fresh timing Chain 4 New Tires Cd Player Gas Saver Runs Great Dual Air Bags Power Steering $1990 Call 250-862-2555 Or Visit www.kfmauto.com Over 20 Chip Cars

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OKANAGAN’S Largest Used Car Super Store. Always open online at: www.bcmotor products.com 250-545-2206

1981 Chev Silverado 1/2 ton, 2wd, 350, 89,000 orig kms, $2650 obo. 250-317-2496 1988 F150 with canopy, runs great, $1200. 250-765-2789 1994 FORD pick up. 4x4. Very good cond., like new. Low miles. $4500. 250-491-4068 2002 F150 4x4 Ford Truck w/ﬁfth wheel hitch, 26 ft Jayco 5th wheel(slide)(250)491-2040 2003 DODGE RAM 1500

Motorcycles 12-727 Stremel Rd, Kelowna Mon.-Sat. 8:30-5:30

250-765-9457 Parts and Service for all makes of snowmobiles, motorcycles, & ATV’s. 1000’s of parts in stock.

SLT Auto 4x4 4.7L 124000KM Quad Cab A/C P/W P/L Cruise Tow Pkg Box Liner Accident Free One Owner B.C Truck $12900 Visit www.kfmauto.com Call 250-862-2555

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2003 Ford Supercrew F-150, 4x4, red, mint cond., $12,500. obo. (250)260-5291 2005 Ford F-250 2wd crwcab srtbox v8/auto 97K good cond. $8500.obo (250)308-2225 2005 Ford F-250 diesel/auto, 4x4,170K, cwcab, srtbox, good cond. $12,900. 250-308-2225 2006 Chev Silverado LT 2500, duramax diesel, allison trans, heated leather bucket seats, Bose surround sound system, remote start, boxliner & rail covers, tubular assist steps, Michellin tires, 86,000kms, like new cond., $35,900 obo. 250317-2496 2007 FORD RANGER

Auto 4x4 Of Road 4.0L 4Dr Air P/W P/L P/M Cruise Tilt Cd Player Tow Pkg Box Liner Keyless Entry Alloy Wheels $10900 www.kfmauto.com Call 250-862-2555 2009 Toyota Tacoma, TRD sport, crew cab, 6spd, loaded, black, $24,975. Gov’t inspected rebuilt vehicle. Lego Auto Sales Vernon - (250)260-4415

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VACATION PACKAGE: 2002 Dodge Laramie w. Cummins diesel 2500, automatic, quad cab, long-box pickup with new tires, fuel injection pump and brakes. Receipts available. Camper tie-downs, trailer brakes, hitch and canopy included, along with 2007 Fleetwood Mallard 19FQ trailer with walk-around queen bed, shower, 3-burner stove and oven, microwave and stereo system. AC-ducted. Sleeps 4 Exc. cond.

$45,000 Call 250-769-0415

Boats 2002 Larson 190 LXI bowrider, 4.3L merc cruiser, 190 hp, EZ load trailer c/w fold away hitch. All access., stored in garage, $18,900 obo. 250-317-2496 2006 Cobalt 263, 26’ cuddy, blue & white, ﬁberglass tower w/bimini top, 496, 300hrs, brand new Kenwood stereo, 1000+watts, Marine speakers, b/i porta potty, 58gps mpg. Immaculate condition. $65,000. 250-718-1454 2009 Bayliner Bowrider, 17.5’ V6 inboard, less than 100hrs incl trailer and jackets. $14,900. 1 owner. This is not an x-rental. 1036 Paret Cres. 250-764-8198 5hp 4 stroke Honda outboard in Good shape. $1,000 ﬁrm. (778)475-2177 8HP 4 Stroke 2006 Honda Outboard. Like New. $1300. 250-764-1090. MARINE Tech Home Shop Service. 30yrs. Call Chuck 250-765-6104. REDLINE Marine Mobile Services. 250-869-7091 redlinemarineservices@gmail.com

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RARE Boat 1991 Cruisers Ltd Cuddy Cabin 23 foot with Mercruiser 5.4 EFI engine, driving a Bravo III lower unit. Red on White, this boat needs a little cosmetic work, but runs beautifully. It can be sold alone or with a Easy Loader tandem trailer practically new (used 4 times) Asking $15,000 with trailer, $12,000 without. Many extras included. Call Jeff at 250 870 0987 to view.

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Kelowna Pacific Railway will be spraying herbicide for weed control on the ballast section of the railway track from May 16th to June 3rd. Spraying will be done from Kelowna to Armstrong, Armstrong to Falkland, and Vernon to Lumby. Under certificate no: 167166. Please be advised the railway property is private property, and unauthorized access is trespassing. For information on the weed control program contact Bill Cowie, Manager of Track for Kelowna Pacific Railway at 250-558-9249. South East Kelowna Irrigation District

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CUISINE from Jude’s kitchen home-cook Indian If you want to learn to cook like an Indian mom, you can now borrow Aman Dosanj’s mom, Jas, for a couple of hours and she will instruct you in making a variety of dishes just like she makes for her family. The Dosanj family own Poppadom’s Restaurant at McCurdy Road and Highway 97 and that’s where the monthly class is held. At the conclusion, you not only head home with recipe cards for each of the dishes Jas created for you—you also go home with a tummy full of delicious Indian home cooking. And, as a bonus, her recipes have been developed to transform the dishes into lean and nutritious ones, rather than high-fat and unhealthy ones. Jas explains in detail what she’s doing every step of the way and answers questions as she cooks, so the mysteries of Indian cooking are revealed. As well, her preparation in front of you is filmed and shown on a big screen above her head so you don’t miss a thing. Just to whet your appetite, she shared a delicious green bean and potato recipe with us, and I’ve shared one of my favourite vegetable recipes from Northern India, from out of my book, Jude’s Kitchen, just published by the Okanagan Institute. (So far, it's available at the B.C. Wine Museum, Mosaic Books and Discover Wines, but it will soon be available wherever books are sold, as more are printed.) Since the classes are limited to 10 people to keep them intimate and interactive, those scheduled for the next couple of months are full, but there are still four places remaining in the July 2 class, and seven each in the Aug. 6 and Sept. 3 classes. Go to the website at: poppadoms.ca for more details or to register, e-mail hello@poppadoms.ca This coming long weekend, take your sweet tooth to Sandrine French Pastry and Chocolate on Dilworth near Highway 97 to help celebrate the first anniversary with free samples, coffee and prize draws, Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. JUDIE STEEVES / CAPITAL NEWS

Cauliflower Curry This is a classic East Indian vegetable dish often called Aloo Gobi. 1 small cauliflower 1 onion 2 medium potatoes 2 tbsp. (30 ml) oil 1 tsp. (5 ml) cumin 1 tsp. (5 ml) coriander 2 tsp. (10 ml) tumeric 1/2 tsp. (2 ml) salt 1/2 tsp. (2 ml) chili powder 1 tomato 1 tbsp. (15 ml) fresh ginger 1/4 c. (60 ml) water I’m a messy cook, so I use a wok with a lid to cook this in, but a frypan would work

just fine, especially if you have someone to clean up after you. Separate the florets of the cauliflower and wash them. Chop the onion and the potatoes into half-inch chunks. Heat the oil and add the ground cumin, then the onion. Cook over medium to high heat for just a few minutes until soft. Add the potatoes and stir for a few minutes. Add the cauliflower and remaining spices and continue stirring. Add chopped-up tomato, finely chopped ginger and water. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but not soggy. Serves 4.

Jas's Green Bean Sabji This is a spicy, but not hot, dry curry, which means there isn’t a lot of sauce with it. Jas served this with Red Pepper Soup which is both spicy and fresh-tasting; Punjabi Chicken Curry and Roti, which she taught everyone individually, to make. 1 medium potato 1 medium onion 1 lb. (450 g) green beans 4 tbsp. (60 ml) vegetable oil 1 tsp. (5 ml) cumin seeds 1 1/2 tsp. (7 ml) salt 1 tsp. (5 ml) minced garlic 1 tsp. (5 ml) minced ginger 1/2 tsp. (2 ml) red chili powder 1 1/2 tsp. (7 ml) turmeric 2 tsp. (10 ml) garam masala

Boil potato and cut into bite-sized dice. Dice onion and slice trimmed beans into bites. Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and add cumin seeds, letting them sizzle for about 10 seconds. Add onions and salt and stir; then let them saute for about five minutes. Stir in the garlic, ginger and red chili powder. Add the diced potatoes and let it all cook together for about 10 minutes. Stir in the green beans and cook for a further 10 minutes. Add turmeric and garam masala, stir well and serve over rice. Serves 4.

Contact Jude’s Kitchen at The Kelowna Capital News, 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, B.C. , V1X 7K2; jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com

Some simple guidelines for readers of Jude's Kitchen There are some basics about my cooking that you should know about in using the recipes created for Jude’s Kitchen. *I mean a large egg when a recipe calls for an egg *usually, butter and margarine are interchangeable *usually, salt and pepper is added to your taste *I generally use sea salt

*fresh ingredients top frozen or canned *organic products are my first choice *wherever possible, I use whole grains, not processed *include a variety of them, when possible *wherever possible, I use fresh herbs *fewer quantities of dried herbs are needed than fresh

*I use extra virgin olive oil *I use grapeseed or olive oil to cook with *I don’t deep fry *feel free to substitute. I do *have fun in the kitchen *encourage others to as well

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After 17 months of back and forth negotiations coupled with protests from opponents upset that the municipality would give up the small “road-end” property, council voted 4-3 to decline the latest offer from property owner Ken Mitchell. Only councilors Gord Milson, Carol Zanan and David Knowles voted for the deal.

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Incumbent wants to seek a second term as mayor Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

West Kelowna Mayor Doug Findlater has announced he will seek a second term in the mayor’s chair. Findlater, who was elected mayor in 2008 after serving a one-year term as a councillor on the inaugural Westside council (the municipality later changed its name to West Kelonwa), said while plenty has been accomplished in the first four years of the district’s life, there is much more to be

Doug Findlater done. “We have started a lot and I would like to be around to see some of it through” said Findlater, adding one of the big-

gest tasks for the fledgling municipality will be taking control of its own road maintenance starting in early 2013. As part of the incorporation agreement with the province, Victoria agreed to maintain West Kelowna’s roads through a contract with Argo Road Maintenance for the first five years of the new municipality’s existence. Findlater said taking over road maintenance will be a huge task and decisions must be made such as whether to take on the responsibility internal-

ly or keep contracting out the work. “We also have 14 or 15 master plans on the go and they will need to be completed,” he added. Findlater said he talked with many people prior to making his decision to run again. For the most part, he said the feedback he has been receiving about how he and council have done their jobs has been positive. In addition to serving as a councillor on the first municipal council— given a special one-term

mandate by the province in 2007 in order to bring it in line with municipal elections across B.C. in 2008—Findlater also served as the chairman of the committee that looked at whether the Westside should incorporate or join Kelowna. A subsequent community vote narrowly went in favour of incorporation. Findlater said in addition to taking over area water districts, responsibility for transit and policing and a host of other municipal responsibilities, he feels the first two West

Kelonwa councils have done a god job to provide affordable and responsible government for the district’s 29,000 residents. Describing the current situation as four years into what he sees as a six-year transition for the municipality from a non-incorporated regional district area to a self-standing municipality, Findlater said continuity is important at this time. “I see this as a transition from a rural form of governance to an urban form of governance,” he said.

As for the six members of his council, five of whom have been there since incorporation, including Rosalind Neis who served as the first mayor and then decided to run as a councillor in the second municipal election, Findlater said he feels it has worked well as a team. “There is no block voting. The combinations differ from issue to issue, and while we can have some real good and spirited discussions, once the vote is taken we move on.” awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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District to hold open house to get public input on bus route changes Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

After dumping the communications plan it ordered to explain proposed changes to public transit in West Kelowna, council has decided to host an open house forum to outline the three options being considered for transit “route rationalization.” The rationalization plan, to help pay for bringing the new Rapid Bus express system from Westbank to UBC Okanagan along Highway 97, would cut three low-ridership routes—Bear Creek, Smith Creek and Horizon—and keep Glenrosa, Shannon Lake and possibly Boucherie and East Boundary routes. The option recom-

mended by B.C. Transit planners would keep Glenrosa, Shannon Lake, Boucherie and East Boundary, with an overall addition of 6,000 service hours that would see buses run from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day. The Rapid Bus service would runfrom until 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. According to the dis-

trict, just over $450,000, about 31 per cent of the cost to taxpayers, could be saved. West Kelowna currently pays $1.4 million of the $3.6 million that it costs to provide transit in the municipality. The date for the open house planned for June has yet to be set, but coun-

cil wants to glean the information from that meeting to help make a final decisiong and implement the changes as soon as possible. Council would like to see the Rapid Bus system extended from Kelowna, where it is currently in place, to West Kelowna starting in September. But there is still concern among some councilors about the impact that the removal of some routes here will have, especially in the Smith Creek area. Coun. Carol Zanan said the Smith Creek area development has led to a neighbourhood population believed to be around 2,500, and she is very concerned that if the area loses transit, it may never get

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WESTSIDE-KELOWNA MLA Ben Stewart speaking at the recent unveiling of the new 23-seat Vicinity bus (see left photo) that local transit operators would like to see used here. The smaller, quieter, more fuel-efficient bus is expected to help maximize ridership on local routes. it back. She also wants to see park and ride services associated with the Rapid Bus system. West Kelowna chief administrative officer Jason Johnson said that option would be looked at when the planning takes place for the Rapid Bus

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Martha Jenkins, deperson or group, local or scribed by one of her nomotherwise, who made a inators as “an indefatigsignificant contribution to able worker for her comthe community, as decided munity,” was presented by the mayor, went to Bob with the community’s top Sugden. honour at the recent an• The Councillors’ Award nual Spirit of Peachland of Merit for a person or Awards ceremony. group, local or otherwise, A long-time resident that made a significant of Peachland, Jenkins has contribution to Peachland, been a tireless volunteer as decided by the district’s with the Peachland Sportscouncillors, went to Rob Martha Jenkins men’s Association for Campbell. many years, works with • The Community Buildthe local Catholic church, has helped orers Award for a Peachland resident or ganized fishing programs for the physic- group with a minimum of 15 years dedially challenged and for youth across the cation to service to the community entire Westside, and has been heavily in- went to three recipients this year, Little volved with the annual Peachland Fall Schoolhouse, Doug Armitage and Jean Fair. “She is really involved in just about Saul. everything in the community, she’s al• The Meritorious Service Award for sigways willing to lend a hand,” said one of nificant service in the past year went to her nominators. Brenda Moshansky. In addition to the award for Jenkins, • The Christmas Lighting 2010 Award other awards handed out by the municiwent to Peachland Fire and Rescue. pality included: In addition to the awards, freedom • The Youth Achievement Award for of the municipality was awarded to Earl school-aged residents who have demonSutherland and the Topham family. strated outstanding leadership, made sigAt the ceremony, Jean and Al Frasnificant contributions to youth and the er were recognized for celebrating their community. This year there were three 60th anniversary Dec. 1, 2010. Margaret recipients: Zoe Moshansky, Erika Park and Ted Sinclair were also recognized and Shelagh Sarsons. for their upcoming 50th wedding anni• The Mayor’s Award of Merit, to the versary on Dec.15.

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West Kelowna’s mayor paid tribute to the community’s newest sports star this week when Danny Watkins, recently selected 23rd overall in the first round of the NFL draft by the Philadelphia Eagles, attended Tuesday’s council meeting. “I think you have just created a whole community of Philadelphia Eagles fans,” quipped Mayor Doug Findlater as he congratulated Watkins, a Mount Boucherie Secondary School grad who split his four-year college football career between Butte College in California and Baylor University in Texas, on his selection. Watkins went to Butte, on the recommendation of an older, more experienced firefighter, to study fire sciences with the aim of one day becoming a professional firefighter. Prior to going to Butte,

he worked as a Westside firefighter and felt so indebted to the local department for its support of him early on that he flew Chief Wayne Schnitzler and four other firefighters to New York attend the NFL draft as his guests. In addition to his prowess on the football field, what makes Watkins’ story so remarkable is that he has only been playing football for four years, and at 26 he’s older than many of the other players taken in the draft. But Watkins, an offensive lineman at Baylor who replaced the player taken second overall in the 2009 draft, impressed the Philadelphia coaches from the beginning. Head coach Andy Reid said despite the fact many in the U.S. are unfamiliar with Watkins, he was the player they wanted from the outset. The six-foot, fourinch, 310-pounds Watkins is expected to play guard

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NFL 1ST ROUND draft pick Danny Watkins made an appearance at Tuesday’s West Kelowna council meeting. for the Eagles, when and if the current labour dispute between the NFL owner and the players is settled. Outside the West Kelowna council chambers, the soft-spoken Watkins said his life since the draft has been a whirlwind. “My life has done a whole 180-degrees,” he said. “I feel like I’m on a rock star tour. I’m a pretty simple, laid back guy, a regular Joe, but everyone

seems to know who I am now.” He said he recently had to go to the Kelowna passport office and was amazed to be instantly recognized. In Philadelphia, he has been stopped on the street and asked for autographs and to pose in pictures with Eagles fans. It’s something he shakes his head at. “It’s been a heck of a trip,” he said. “I’m just pinching myself.”

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having a legal right-ofway on the property. A legal opinion obtained by the district said a right-of-way could be overturned by a court or a future council. Speaking against the motion to accept the offer, Coun. Duane Ophus called the deal a “terrible lose-lose-lose for our community.” Countering that opinion was Coun. David Knowles, who pointed to the larger piece of land being given the district and the financial inducement, saying the total value of what West Kelowna

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WESTSIDE ▼ LACK OF FUNDING

Chamber hands over tourist info centre to district Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

One door closes and another one opens. With the Westbank and District Chamber of Commerce announcing that it will close the Westbank Tourism Visitor Centre today (May 15), the municipality has struck a deal with the local museum society to operate a visitor centre out of the museum this spring and summer. The one-year deal between the district and the Westside Museum and

Arts and Crafts Society will mean there will continue to be a centre to provide tourists with information in Westbank—at least for now. The closest other tourist centres are on the Okanagan Connector north of Peachland and in Kelowna. Earlier this week, the chamber of commerce announced that after 40 years of operating the local visitor centre, it decided to close its doors when the district, the regional district and the WFN gov-

ernment each informed them that no funding would be available for the centre this year. Earlier this year, the chamber announced it was giving up tourism promotion as one of its endeavours to concentrate on promotion of local business. That forced the district to take over operation of Westside Tourism because it was felt to be too valuable a service to let die. The district has budgeted $90,000 for tourism promotion this year,

$25,000 of which will go to fund the visitor centre at the Westbank Museum building. The chamber made its decision to close the visitor centre April 19, but delayed making any announcement in the hope that a “last-minute” discussion to find a way to keep it open could take place. That did not happen, said Craig Brown, president-elect of the chamber. “The decision to shut down the Tourism Visitor Centre was made after

extensive discussion as a board,” said Brown. “We did not do this lightly and have a tremendous amount of regret but the (chamber) cannot afford to operate the centre without local government support and funding. “We do not have the manpower, resources or funding to do so.” Brown said the closure will not affect any existing people working at the centre as the two fulltime and one half-time positions were filled each year by summer students.

Those jobs were not posted for this year. The centre did receive a $100,000 provincial grant this year, but the chamber says it fell $40,000 short of the amount needed. That money has been returned to the province. In a parting shot at council—which has been at loggerheads with the chamber over the latter’s decision to pull out of tourism promotion and has taken offence to some of the comments by councillors about the decision—

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injury. Yes, there might be muscle spasms and other evidence of the sprain and strain of tissues that occurs in a whiplash type injury, but all of that often disappears early on. If you end up being left with chronic neck or back pain, and the muscle spasms and other evidence of injury have resolved, the only reason anyone knows you still have pain is because you tell us. Credibility is everything. If you are not believed when you describe your ongoing pain, you won’t get fair compensation for it because there is no other way to prove that the pain is there. Failure to disclose that previous whiplash injury will hurt your credibility. Instead of helping your case, you will be chopping your own legs out from under you. Ironically, totally aside from the golden rules, disclosure of that previous whiplash injury will actually help your case. The fact that you suf-

fered a previous injury to those same tissues will help to medically explain why you end up developing chronic pain in those tissues from a new whiplash injury. Please be clear that as much as truth and justice are important to me, I am not on a moral crusade. Being accurate and honest in a personal injury claim is simply excellent legal advice. You might find that it’s excellent life advice as well, but that’s another matter. This column is intended to provide general information about injury claims. It is not a substitute for retaining a lawyer to provide legal advice specifically pertaining to your case. Paul Hergott is a lawyer at Hergott Law in West Kelowna.

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Brown said the chamber was handing back operation of the visitor centre to the district. “Afterseveralmeetings with Mayor Doug Findlater and staff, we have been left with no clear reason as to why funding was withdrawn or why the district would choose to operate a visitor centre under its own umbrella rather than in partnership with community stakeholders,” said Brown.

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team roster rules that are aimed at improving cost efficiency and player development for BCHL clubs. With respect to the schedule, the 2011-12 season will begin later. Games will commence Sept. 23 and will conclude March 11 to coincide with the more traditional hockey season. Teams will be given an option to hold training camp starting in August as usual or push it back to September. The league will be going back to a half-interlock schedule that will see each team play every other team but not necessarily visit all buildings. Regional rivalry games will be given more attention. The BCHL office will be producing the schedule for the coming season as opposed to each team meeting to work out the

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With respect to team rosters, BCHL rosters will be reduced to 21 players from 23 to promote player development and ensure more players dress for more games. Each team must carry at least one 16-year-old and one 17-year-old player. This is an effort to develop homegrown B.C. players as with the re-

duced roster size, these younger players are guaranteed to dress for games. “We’re confident these ideas will be embraced by our member clubs,” said BCHL Commissioner John Grisdale. “The BCHL looks forward to implementing these changes and improving the product we put on the ice next season.”

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