Kelowna Cap News 20 January 2010 by Kelowna CapitalNews

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THE UBC Okanagan men’s and women’s volleyball squads are both undefeated in BCCAA play, sporting 10-0 records.

MAXINE DEHART has the scoop on administrative changes at the Vedanta Academy, and showcases the exciting new clubhouse location now open for the Kelowna Elks Lodge at the Invue complex.

THE CAPITAL NEWS introduces a new feature to our Wednesday edition as contributor Pyper Geddes explains what we should know about the local music, arts and cultural scene in the Central Okanagan.

AWARDING heroic efforts of two Kelowna men to stop a bank robber by Kelowna RCMP is sending out a mixed message.

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Homeowners see water rates escalate Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER

Homeowners within most of the South East Kelowna Irrigation District will be paying $114 more per year for water this year, about a third more than they did last year. Other than in the Hall Road area of SEKID, where they will pay $519 a year, residents will pay $399 annually, in order that funds can be set aside for future water quality improvements estimated at $18 million. Wells are the main source of water in the Hall Road area. Manager Toby Pike admitted it’s a big cost increase for residential customers, but he said, “We’ve been warning people to get ready for this. We’re working toward compliance with Interior Health requirements for improved water quality.” A dedicated portion of this year’s payments for water will go into a fund for capital projects such as those required to bring water quality up to the standard required by IH, he said. “We need to improve our water quality. The only point on which I disagree with IH is on the degree of urgency for those improvements,” commented Pike. As well, the district plans to offer land for sale, including a 10-acre parcel of property it owns from a tax sale in the 1930s, which is expected to add $2 million or so to the improvement fund. He admitted he has heard from some customers about the rate increase, but he defended it, saying it’s only a dollar a day. “What would you do without it? Water was too cheap to begin with. This is not an exorbitant cost.” “There are lots of other things people pay more for that are not as vital as water,” he commented. Normally, the rates are set by the board to cover operating costs and leave enough to put towards keeping the infrastructure in shape, but there is a huge cost to bringing the system into line with health regulations, he said. Although some water purveyors haven’t yet approved rates for the coming year, some are based on a metered rate while others are flat rate. See Water A8

TEACHER John Vesterinen and the Grade 6 students at Bankhead Elementary School play their Olympic song. SEAN CONNOR/ CAPITAL NEWS

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Music teacher finds an Olympic rhythm Jennifer Smith STAFF REPORTER

The excitement is building at Bankhead Elementary where one inspired teacher and a classroom full of enthusiastic Grade 6 students have thrown both caution and the VANOC establishment to the wind—to now find themselves included in Kelowna’s torch celebration with a song only written last month. On Dec. 22, Johnny Vesterinen awoke in the dead of the night with a vision, or rather a phrase,

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Harper appoints Day to head up treasury board Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

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CROC TALK owner Doug Illman holds a yacare caiman, while Sandy Connor gives the it back scratch during a

close-up viewing on Saturday for visitors at the CrocTalk Learning Centre on Stewart Road East in Kelowna.

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Mayor to visit Croc Talk facility Doug Illman sent a invitation to city council to visit his Croc Talk facility last week, and the mayor was quick to accept. Mayor Sharon Shepherd and Coun. Charlie Hodge will visit the crocodilian education centre on Thursday, Jan. 28. Illman’s cashstrapped facility—which houses abandoned crocodilians, African wildcats and tortoises—is hopeful the city will offer assistance to what Kelowna Tourism acknowledges is among the leading tourist attractions in town. Illman estimates he has invested up about $300,000 in the exotic animal sanctuary over the last eight years, but that investment is currently on

shaky financial ground. He is behind on the rent for his facility and is now facing a potential eviction order. And the unpaid hydro bill for the indoor tropical environment is now at about $4,000. Since Illman’s situation at Croc Talk was recently publicized by two supporters of his facility, he has received donations of food for the animals. And acclaimed artist Robert Bateman has donated a limited orca print to be auctioned off as a fundraiser. But city hall has so far been silent about Croc Talk’s plight, something Illman hopes might start to change after the tour by the two council members

next week. Illman’s dream is for his facility to find a permanent location closer to Kelowna’s city centre, where Croc Talk can serve as an education centre about reptiles. “I think we are running a good program here and we have had a lot of positive feedback about it,” Illman said. “We just need a partnership with the city of some kind, where the program can keep operating and we can keep our heads above water.” A first step in Illman’s eyes would be to relocate Croc Talk on city-owned property and find a way to work out any rezoning issues that might create. As well, he acknow-

ledges that corporate sponsorship support may also be necessary to keep Croc Talk afloat due to the cost to maintain the facility. Along with being an education centre, Croc Talk has also evolved into a facility that cares for crocodilians seized as illegal pets or used by postsecondary institutions for research that are no longer required for that purpose. “The problem is these animals have no where else to go. They can’t be adopted out because it is illegal to have them as house pets in the first place,” Illman said. If they have been raised in domestic circum stances, the chance for survival in the wild is slim.

Stockwell Day is on the move again. The Conservative MP for Okanagan-Coquihalla has been Canada’s international trade minister for the last 15 months. But he was shuffled out of that portfolio Monday in a surprise move and given the more powerful job of president of the federal treasury board by Prime Minister Stephen Harper. “I’m looking forward to the challenge. It will be very different (from my last portfolio),” Day told the Capital News on Tuesday. Day’s new role will put him in charge of government spending at a time when the feds say they are reducing the stimulus spending it used to prop up the sagging Canadian economy during the last 12 months. “You will see the beginnings of a road may back to balanced budget.,” Day predicted.

Stockwell Day In naming Day to the treasury board presidency, Harper praised his former International trade minister. “As we look ahead to the end of our time limit in the stimulus programs, and for the need of deficit reduction once the economy has recovered, it will be essential for government to constrain the growth of spending,” Harper said. “The president of the treasury board plays a critical role in overseeing government expenditures.” For his part, Day said he does not think he will have to be a “Dr. No”

when it comes to requests for federal funds. Despite the government’s plan to reduce spending, he said he expects to say yes to programs that will get the economy back on its feet and instill confidence the Canadian economy, both from inside and outside the country. “I see it as saying yes to good ideas.” As international trade minister, Day said he was proud of his record helping get more free trade agreements signed with countries other than the U.S. and Mexico and was glad to have seen how other countries dealt with their stimulus spending. As a result, he said, he is confident Canada can return to a balanced budgets within the government’s projection of four years. Prior to his appointment as international trade minister in October 2008, Day was Canada’s public safety minister. a waters@kelownacapnews.com.

Capozzi’s guilty plea rejected Alistair Waters ASSISTANT EDITOR

Crown counsel has rejected Cameron Capozzi’s offer to plead guilty to manslaughter in the death of his mother, 77-year-old Josephine “Babs” Capozzi. Cameron Capozzi’s lawyer Henry Sarava said Tuesday as a result of the rejection, it appears the case will now go to a preliminary hearing later this spring. “We argue (Cameron) did an unlawful act but he did not intend to kill her,” said Sarava outside the Kelowna courthouse Tuesday morning. Minutes earlier, the case was ordered held over to Feb. 11, when prosecution and defence lawyers will meet again before a judge to set the date for the preliminary hearing.

Cameron Capozzi, 50, is charged with second-degree murder in the death of his mother. Babs Capozzi’s body was found in August in the home she shared with her son in the the 800-block of Young Road in Kelowna. Sarava has said his client was an alcoholic on a massive “bender” at the time of his mother’s death. In October, he revealed Babs Capozzi died as a result of a torn artery. Cameron Capozzi was not in court yesterday. He is being held in custody. Asked how his client is coping with the situation, Sarava replied: “His mother is dead and he is accused of second-degree murder. How would anyone feel?” awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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Concerns and ideas voiced on how to revitalize Bernard Avenue Jennifer Smith

they listened to some of the people who have experience from around the world,” said Wes Kamet, an activist for Kelowna South-Central Association of Neighbourhoods. “There are solutions to these problems out there.” Construction on major thoroughfares can go very badly for business communities, as evidenced by the Cambie Street transit construction which sent that Vancouver business community to court in its fight to get compensation from government. But the projects can just as easily go the other way, City of Kelowna staff members said, noting they have done some research on the Banff Refresh project and found it served to spur interest in their downtown core. In a telephone inter-

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Worried but hopeful, might be the way to describe the near 100 residents who came out to talk about the revitalization for Bernard Avenue Monday evening. Hosted by the City of Kelowna with Vancouver’s Space2Place design firm facilitating the discussion, the evening was described as a workshop and gave those who will be directly affected by the project a place to make requests and voice concerns. Top of mind for nearly everyone in the room were worries over how a major construction project, which will see the Bernard Avenue upgraded mid-summer, will affect business. “It would be nice if

view Tuesday, Banff town manager Robert Earl confirmed their infrastructure upgrades actually served as a tool for their town to push their tourism industry further. “The decision we made was to invest in the project in a way to turn it from a construction project into more of an attraction,” said Earl. Similar to Kelowna, Banff has only a narrow summer construction window to complete outdoor projects, though Earl said the businesses themselves adopted an attitude that turned the project from a nuisance to a window of opportunity. Rather than close their doors, they branded the construction itself as a chance to “refresh” their look asking people to come down and check it all out.

The city hired buskers, which could be moved in front of specific businesses if construction was driving people away, and they brought in a liaison person to troubleshoot problems on a 24/7 basis. They constructed view corridors through the construction itself and added prizes, like pins people could collect by visiting different businesses. “I think one of the unforeseen outcomes for me was that our relationship with the business community was actually strengthened through this project,” said Earl. For those struggling with the changes coming their way in Kelowna, the town’s approach might be welcome news. Though the odd brainstorming session generated words like “bitterness”

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BEAN SCENE Coffee House owner Deborah Synnot takes down concerns from a group of business owners with a stake in the Bernard Avenue revitalization project. and “unhappiness,” for the most part Monday evening’s starter session had an upbeat and positive feel. Suggestions ranged from adding trolleys into the downtown core to ferry people to Bernard Avenue from the parking towers, to adding antique lighting to highlight the

corridor’s heritage feel. City planner Pat McCormick said the project has been on the city’s agenda for 10 years. Businesses which would see upgrades to the streetscape outside their business beyond the usual sidewalks, curbs and gutters expected with a city

project, can expect to pay a levy. The amount has yet to be established and will be based on the designs the workshops shape. The evening was just the first of several sessions to take place this winter. jsmith@kelownacapnews.com

Mayors put Okanagan highway projects on province’s radar Jason Luciw

lobbying to do before any work is done, based on the ministry’s feedback. Okanagan MLAs, mayors, municipal staff and chambers of commerce representatives met with ministry officials over the weekend to hear a review of valley transportation projects completed over the past few

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Local mayors want three major highways projects tacked on to the B.C. Ministry of Transportation’s to-do list, including a second crossing of Okanagan Lake. However, politicians clearly have a lot more

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tion of Highway 97. Unfortunately ministry officials made no comments about the proposal, mentioned Findlater. “They didn’t react, other than to note it.” Another proposal that surfaced was a high elevation Highway 97 bypass around Peachland that would direct traffic from the Okanagan Connector to an area near Antler’s Beach on the other side of town. Peachland Mayor Keith Fielding said the ministry seemed receptive to the plan. “The ministry confirmed that both a four (lane widening) through Peachland and the highland bypasses were options that they would be considering,” said Fielding. The ministry would give no project timelines nor would officials indicate how high a priority it was; but, given the B.C. government’s current fiscal restraints, Fielding said he was pleased the proposal was still on the province’s radar.

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AT THE RATE THE CENTRAL OKANAGAN IS GROWING THEY NEED TO PUT THAT (SECOND CROSSING) ON THEIR 10- TO 20-YEAR HORIZON, EVEN IF IT’S JUST SOMETHING LIKE A TRANSIT BRIDGE. Doug Findlater

Kelowna Mayor Sharon Shepherd also took the opportunity to bring up a second crossing of Okanagan Lake once more, even though the transportation ministry has been reluctant to entertain the idea since the Bennett Bridge was completed in May 2008. “The ministry was saying to us, we’re not going to need a second crossing for way beyond 20 years,” said Shepherd. “I didn’t hear that when the (Bennett) bridge

opened up. I heard that we’d be looking a lot sooner than 20 years if the projections are correct about where the growth is occurring.” Shepherd wanted the ministry to at least entertain securing land for a route so the city could start aligning its streets and making acquisitions accordingly. However, the ministry’s reluctance to buy up land wasn’t surprising, she stated. “They’ve just invested

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a whole lot of money in Highway 97 and they’re investing in Highway 33. So, I appreciate all that investment. But, I also like to think that we can plan further out.” Findlater said he was disappointed with the ministry’s response concerning another lake crossing. “At the rate the Central Okanagan is growing they need to put that (second crossing) on their 10- to 20-year horizon, even if it’s just something like a transit bridge. We’re going to be back to the same congestion on (Bennett) bridge again in 15 to 20 years.” Shepherd said she hoped the ministry at least got the message that Okanagan municipalities want to get together to look at a variety of transportation options. “If the ministry truly believes that we should be looking at alternatives to bypasses (and) to adding alternate highways to many of our communities then maybe we have to start to consider a rapid light rail plan.”

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Crime fighters get pat on the back While the Kelowna RCMP don’t want the public to place themselves in harm’s way in trying to stop a crime from occurring, two men who did exactly that have been commended for their actions. Certificates of appreciation were presented Monday by the RCMP to Barry Heidebrecht and Gary Traub for restraining a suspect who was attempting to rob the Interior Savings and Credit Union on Nov. 16, 2009. Heidebrecht, a 43year-old Kelowna resident, and Taub were standing in line at the Rutland branch of Interior Savings Credit Union when they noticed a man demanding money from one of the tellers. A scuffle broke out when the robber grabbed a woman’s purse. That’s when Heidebrecht stepped in. The robber threatened verbally to shoot him, however a gun was never found. Traub helped Heidebrecht pin the suspect to the ground until police arrived. “Kelowna RCMP are grateful for your efforts and assistance, which is a testament to your character that is valued by your community,” said Insp. Cam Forgues in presenting the award to Heidebrecht, “I would, however, like to caution the public not to place themselves

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Birds use even dead trees By Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER

Trees that are carbon effigies of their former selves have still not ended their useful life as far as birds are concerned. When wildfire roared through Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park in 2003, leaving acres and acres of black spires where a mature evergreen forest had stood, most people were devastated by the new look. However, biologist Les Gyug, who is also a director of the Central Okanagan Naturalists’ Club, had been visiting the park annually for years, and continued to monitor bird populations after the fire. And, he’s found there are more winners than losers in the ‘new look’ provincial park. Although the park was closed for the first two years after the fire, requiring suspension of the annual CONC critter count in the park, when it did begin again, bird watchers found there were at least as many birds as be-

fore and lots of new ones as well. “The public perception was that the park was devastated and dangerous, but the birds handled it well,” commented Gyug. In addition, he said the difference was like night and day for ungulates. Today there are lots of deer, moose and double the previous number of elk in the area. Loss of the mature trees permitted a return of shrubs like ceanothus, which is dependent on forest fires to trigger germination of its seeds, and which is a favoured browse of deer. For instance, he says a survey in 1999 of deer in the park resulted in two mule deer being counted. Last January, 52 were counted. As far as birds were concerned, he said today there’s a more diverse, broad community of birdlife in the park than there was before the fire. There’s only one bird, the brown creeper, that has not been spotted during the count since the fire. On the other hand,

the numbers of birds like the house wrens, which like open shrubby habitat and nest in cavities, have more than doubled, with 29 counted during a daylong count before the fire and 63 afterwards, reports Gyug. Black-backed woodpeckers showed up after the fire, because their feed appeared, but even forest species such as the Townsend warblers and red-breasted nuthatches, didn’t disappear. Gyug admits he was surprised to see that numbers of the insectivorous yellow-rumped warbler, which he had thought was a forest bird, really didn’t change much as a result of the fire. In fact, he said they do fine after a fire because there are lots of standing trees remaining; lots of structure. On the other hand, they do not survive clearcuts. However, the numbers of ruffed grouse are way down after the fire. There’s a lot of rock in the park, so there aren’t a lot of grassland birds, explained Gyug.

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LES GYUG, a biologist and director of the Central Okanagan Naturalists’ Club, makes regular birdwatching visits to Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park. The canyon wrens, a bird that is considered vulnerable in B.C., and whitethroated swifts, which are also blue-listed, both require such rugged, rocky habitat for nesting and for-

aging. However, Gyug reports that of the 10 or 11 species which increased in numbers the most following the fire, at least five are shrub species.

“The dense Douglas fir forest is not appropriate there. In the long-term, there will have to be ecosystem restoration,” he commented. The CONC began

conducting critter counts in the park in 1994, and members are joined by members of the South Okanagan Naturalists for it each year. jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com

Westside citizen of year nominees Jason Luciw STAFF REPORTER

Judges may have a tough time paring down the list of community leaders who’ve been nominated for Citizen of the Year on the Westside. The Westbank and District Chamber of Commerce says four men and two women have been singled out for the honour for the annual Key Business Awards, however, only five names can go forward. Nominees are West Kelowna fire chief Wayne Schnitzler, Westside-Kelowna MLA Ben Stewart, West Kelowna Coun. David Knowles, Westside food bank manager Faith Lanthier, past Westbank

chamber president Broc Braconnier and former Westbank Museum volunteer manager Margaret Jackson. Schnitzler made news last year for his leadership during the Rose Valley Reservoir, Glenrosa/ Goat’s Peak and Terrace Mountain forest fires. Stewart became the new Westside-Kelowna MLA during last year’s provincial election, replacing retiring Okanagan-Westside MLA Rick Thorpe. Stewart was also once a proprietor of Quails Gate winery. David Knowles has been a West Kelowna councillor going on three years. For five years prior to that he was a Westside director of the Cen-

tral Okanagan Regional District government. He is also an active member of the Westbank Rotary Club. Food bank manager Faith Lanthier led her team through a year of ongoing transitions, as the organization went from a temporary facility in a trailer behind Emmanuel Assembly church to a new permanent location on Churchill Road. Under Lanthier’s leadership, the organization also weathered the 2009 economic storm, handing out more hampers throughout the year than at any time in its 25-year history. Chamber president Broc Braconnier has been a business leader in the community for many

years. Margaret Jackson saved the Westbank Museum, convincing the District of West Kelowna to invest in a permanent home on Pamela Road for the facility and to provide a grant in aid of more than $34,000 to hire a qualified, professional manager to keep the facility running as the organization’s volunteer base dwindled. The five semi-finalists will be announced Feb. 5 during a wine and cheese reception at Lakeview Heights Community Hall. The winner will be announced at the Key Business Awards Gala on March 6 at Our Lady of Lourdes parish hall. jluciw@kelownacapnews.com

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CORD board ready to oppose gravel pit ministry defer any decision on the application until the work of the Central Okanagan Aggregate Committee could be completed in the next year to 18 months. The committee is undertaking a pilot project to determine where quarries should be permitted, restricted or allowed with conditions throughout the region. The board also felt that the Central Okanagan Board of Education’s concerns about the safety of school children at nearby Black Mountain Elementary should be addressed before any permit was awarded. The board of education proposed that gravel truck traffic be restricted on Highway 33 between 7:30 and 9 a.m. and 2:30 and 4 p.m. on weekdays to account for peak times when children walk alongside the highway to get to and from school. Kelowna Mayor Sharon Shepherd and West Kelowna Mayor Doug Findlater also felt that further improvements to Highway 33

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On the heels of a town hall meeting into the proposed Pyman Road gravel pit in Joe Rich last week, the Central Okanagan Regional District added its name this week to the list of those opposed to the quarry. However, the move may be moot. At its meeting Monday night, the regional district board noted the B.C. Ministry of Mines could approve the pit within the next couple of months now that applicant CRC Developments has fulfilled its final requirement to hold a public meeting on the matter. Still, the regional board said it would attempt to get its last minute concerns in under the wire, hoping the B.C. Ministry of Mines would decide to hold off on awarding any gravel mining permit. The board has requested that the mines

would be needed including a westbound acceleration lane for slow moving gravel trucks turning onto the highway from Pyman Road. “The major concern that I have, and it may come out in (an) impact assessment that’s been suggested as a condition (of support) is the traffic up and down that road, you know larger pup trucks mixed with existing traffic. It’s a bit of a zoo at certain times of the day,” said Findlater. Current Highway 33 improvement plans call for an eastbound climbing lane to be added and for the applicant to improve the intersection of Highway 33 and Pyman Road. Chairman Robert Hobson also said the impact on the unique ecosystem should also be raised with the ministry. “We have a relatively intact grassland/ steep talus slope ecosystem. It is unique,” said Hobson. “The 25 years of heavy industrial activity is my biggest concern.”

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Local business people can do some one-stop shopping and find out how to expand their ventures coming up next month with the first Business Boot Camp event to be held in Kelowna. Eight expert presenters as well as local and federal politicians will be taking part in the one-plus day Business Boot Camp, to be held at the Rotary Centre for the Arts. “Our presenters will talk on various aspects of successfully running and managing a business,” said organizer Howard Rensler. “We have a lot of talent, expertise and very good ideas (in the Okanagan Valley) but just because someone happens to be exceptionally good at

what they provide doesn’t always mean they are great business people.” Rensler says the Business Boot Camp idea will bring successful business people together in one place to speak on different topics. It will also give business people a chance to ask questions of local politicians who will take part in a politicos firing line and talk about local opportunities. “We’re trying to get people to think not necessarily outside of the box, but to expand the box,” said Rensler. “They are thinking locally but we have had some entrepreneurs and skilled people take their product much beyond the valley and that’s something we’re trying to push.” The keynote speak-

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er for the event is Stockwell Day, the OkanaganCoquitlam MP and now the head of the treasury board. Day’s experience in a number of government ministries directly speaks to the opportunities that await businesses who are looking more globally than locally, said Rensler. “With the recent changes in the economy you have to be good at everything, in terms of marketing your business, man-

aging and planning your business,” he said. “Our tagline is the business paradigm is shifting. What that means for independent or small business is they have to do more than be good at the job and provide a good service.” About 100 tickets of the 325 that are available have been sold for the event that takes place Feb. 19 and 20. You can find out more and register online at www.bizboot.ca. kparnell@kelownacapnews.com

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community will hold its fourth World Religions Conference Jan. 24 at Okanagan College, 3 to 7 p.m., in Theatre S104. The topic is The Basis and Concept of Salvation. The question of salvation has agitated the minds of people belonging to all religions, faiths and ages. There is also the atheistic view which totally denies the possibility for a basis and concept of salvation. Religious scholars

from Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism and Islam along with many dignitaries, scholars, the general public and students are expected to attend. This conference is being organized with cooperation from representatives of name faith groups. Rick Webber, producer and anchor of CHBC, will be the moderator. Susan Shawlee will represent Judaism, Pastor Tyler Gingrich will be representing Chris-

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Rutland resident assoc. AGM Jan. 21 The Rutland Residents Association will hold its annual general meeting on Thursday, Jan. 21, 7 p.m., at the Rutland Centennial Hall, 180 Rutland Rd. N. The agenda will include the annual reports, board elections and two guest speakers. Ron Westlake, with the City of Kelowna, will be speaking on the city transportation initiatives for Rutland. A member of the Olympic Torch Committee will be speaking on the Olympic Torch Run and associated activities. Come and be an active part of Rutland’s future. Membership is $10 per year and new members are always welcome. One does not have to be a member to attend meetings. For more information, contact Mary-Ann at 250870-4215 or magraham@ telus.net.

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Warriors use powerplay The Westside Warriors powered their way past a trio of B.C. Hockey League rivals on the weekend. Or shall we say power-played. The Warriors used a potent power play to down Williams Lake, Merritt and Trail on the weekend, improving its BCHL record to 33-13-1-1, the third best mark in the league. The Warriors scored 10 power play goals on the weekend, improving its overall power play percentage to 25 per cent, also

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third best in the league. Warriors coach Darren Yopyk says the success of the power play comes directly from the players. “We have good pieces,” said Yopyk. “We have some good offensive ability and a nice mix. It’s been working out very well. Sometimes the best thing a coach can do is get out of the way.” Westside pounded Williams Lake 10-1, beat Merritt 4-1 and handed Trail a 7-3 loss on the weekend.

Those three teams reside near the bottom of the BCHL standings and were games the Warriors were expected to win. This weekend will be tougher with a double header against the Vernon Vipers in Vernon on tap after a home game against the Surrey Eagles on Thursday. The Vipers are considered one of the the top Junior A teams in all of Canada with a 39-5-0-2 record while the Eagles are 25-18-0-5 in the BCHL Coastal Conference.

Make it 10 straight matches and counting for both the UBC Okanagan volleyball squads. The Heat men’s and women’s teams remain firmly atop their respective BCCAA standings with identical and perfect 10-0 records after taking care of their perennial rivals, the VIU Mariners, over the weekend in Kelowna. Greg Poitras and the men’s squad swept away VIU on Friday night, 2521, 25-15, 25-19. Chris Howe led the Heat with 11 points on six kills, three aces and two stuff blocks, while Brett Uniat had six kills and four stuffs. On Saturday, it was a tighter match with the Heat emerging 3-1 (2522, 28-30, 26-24, 25-22). Mark Broome paced UBCO with 15 kills and three blocks, while Nate Speijer contributed 15 points on 11 kills, three aces and one stuff. Steve Clements, a former member of the opposing Mariners, was the Heat’s player of the match. Despite not playing their best against rival

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VIU, the Heat was glad to get two more matches in the win column. “I don’t think either team brought their A game, we just played a little better than they did,” said Poitras, the Heat’s head coach. “It’s nice to be 10-0, but we’re not focusing on our record, we’re focusing more on the process. “We want to be peaking for provincials, so we’re concentrating on our practises and not dwelling on the fact that we’ve haven’t lost yet. We just want to keep getting better.”

HEAT WOMEN Despite a slow start Friday night, the defending national champion UBCO women’s team rolled to a four-set win (28-26, 20-25, 25-22, 25-15) over the Mariners. Former VIU Mariner star Leigh Dreher led Heat scorers with 14 kills and was also a force on defense with 16 digs. Alex Basso added 11 kills and a stuff block, Sara Zaytsoff was near perfect in the middle with seven kills, two stuff blocks and was error free, and Lenai Schmidt chipped in 15 digs from the libero position. Kirsten Lawson came off the bench with some key serving in the third set to help turn the match around. On Saturday, a more efficient Heat effort in a 3-0 win (25-18, 26-24, 25-17). Once again, Dreher set the tone and was unstoppable with 18 kills and 11 digs, while Basso delivered 12 kills and two blocks. Setter Caitlin Nyhus was steady in spreading the offense, Kaylan

Gouldsborough had eight kills, Lawson added 5 kills and Zaytsoff chipped in 3 kills and a block. Schmidt was sharp on defense with 10 sensational digs and was also the Heat’s top passer.

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THIS WAS A GREAT MEASURING STICK FOR US. Steve Manuel

The No. 1-Heat are now in firm command of the conference at 10-0. “This was a great measuring stick for us,” said head coach Steve Manuel. “Having gone undefeated until now and we wanted to see how we stacked up against VIU. We are far from playing our best volleyball but we are definitely on track.” Both Heat volleyball squads will travel to Cranbrook this weekend for two matches with College of the Rockies. Following a bye week, the Heat men and women will be back home court Feb. 5 and 6 to take on Douglas College.

Slump tests Rockets confidence Warren Henderson STAFF REPORTER

Eleven losses in 12 games would test the confidence and resolve of any hockey team. The key for the slumping Kelowna Rockets, according to coach Ryan Huska, is resisting the temptation to wallow in self doubt. “I think our biggest challenge for us is keeping the guys focused and believing in themselves,” said head coach Ryan Huska. “When things aren’t going well, it’s easy for guys to get down and say ‘Here we go again’.

“But we have to stay away from that kind of thinking and keep the guys positive,” he continued. “Once you get a win or two, then things can turn around pretty quickly.” The eighth-place Rockets will try and right the ship beginning tonight at home against the Chilliwack Bruins. Kelowna (19-25-2-1) has enjoyed a measure of success against the Bruins this season with five wins in six meetings. Still, Huska expects the Rockets will have their hands full against Marc Habscheid’s crew. “The (Bruins) are

not an easy team to play against, they’re very structured like every Marc Habscheid team, so you have to be prepared to win games 2-1 or 3-2,” Huska said. “We need to grind things out, and see if we can get points to get us going back in the right direction.” While his club hasn’t won since Jan. 2, Huska has at least seen a glimmer of hope over the last couple of games. Onegoal losses to Portland and Red Deer yielded just one point but, for the most part, the Rockets played with conviction. “I liked the way we

played against Portland and two of three periods against Red Deer were pretty good as well,” Huska said. “It’s a matter of putting 60 minutes together on a consistent basis. If we can do that, we’ll start to see some results.” The injury-riddled Rockets are gradually returning to health. Forward Geordie Wudrick (shoulder) should be ready for this weekend’s road trip to Prince George, while Spencer Main (concussion) could be back skating within the week. Evan Bloodoff (knee) is still six weeks away from a return.

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Ok Rockets/Tips split

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OKANAGAN ROCKETS forward Tanner Burns gets the puck past North Island goalie Sean MaGuire in B.C. Ma-

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Stung by a shutout loss on Saturday, the Okanagan Rockets came back with a vengeance on Sunday to pound the North Island Silvertips 8-1 in B.C. Major Midget League action. Brett Mulcahy and Max Mowat had two goals in the win as the Rockets made amends for a 4-0 loss to the ‘Tips a day earlier at Memorial Arena. Brandon Bruce added a goal and three assists, while Tanner Burns, Zac McPhee, and Colton Malmsten and Brandon

Bruce added single goals. The Rockets, who (16-8-4) sit fourth in the BCMML, are two points back of the Cariboo Cougars, four behind the Northwest Giants and seven in arrears of the firstplace Greater Vancouver Canadians. The two Rockets home games were just a part of the league’s all-star weekend festivities as Memorial Arena and the Capital News Centre played host to games involving 10 of the BCMML’s 11 teams.

The league’s annual all-star game was played Friday night at Memorial with Team White and Team Blue playing to a 6-6 tie. Five Okanagan Rockets were selected to play in the game—Max Mowat, Richard Sabourin, Brett Mulcahy, Zac McPhee and Brandon Bruce. The Okanagan Rockets will return to action this weekend when they travel to Kamloops for two games with the Thompson Blazers, Saturday and Sunday.

Bears fifth in Pitt Meadows The Mt. Boucherie Bears didn’t go down without a fight against the host team at the Air Show senior boys basketball in Pitt Meadows. Facing B.C.’s No. 3-ranked AAA team, the Bears put forth a gutsy effort before dropping an 83-71 decision to Pitt Meadows. Playing in front of a boisterous, pro-Pitt crowd, head coach Kelly Broderick praised his team’s effort. “To walk into a hostile environment like that, and to go right at Pitt Meadows like we did, showed a lot of character,” said Broderick. “We buckled down and played a solid game.” Jarrett Resch and Kyle Gablehei scored 25 points each for the Bears in defeat. Boucherie won its two other games at the Air Show rather handily—89-65 over Delta and 78-46 over Centennial— to finish up in fifth place. Boucherie’s Jeremy Finn was named to the tournament all-star team. The Bears will visit South Kamloops on Friday, before heading to Salmon Arm to play the Golds Saturday.

Abbotsford. KCS opened with a convincing 82-63 win over Walnut Grove. Tyler Linttell led the Knights with 30 points, while Colby Maier tossed in 26. In their second game, the Knights’ shooting went cold in an 81-58 loss to the Regina Campbell Tartans, the defending Saskatchewan AAA champs. Linttell again led the Knights with 26, while Maier had 11 and Dan Benson, nine. In game 3 on Friday, KCS jumped out to a 12-point lead on No. 7 Kitsilano only to watch

the Blue Demons roar back for an 82-73 win. Linttell finished with 24 points while Simon Benson added seven. In their last game to decide seventh, the Knights downed MEI 5749. KCS bolted out to a 53-19 lead, then watched the team’s reserves hold on for the final six minutes of regulation. Linttell, a tournament second all-star selection, had 21 points, while Maier added 12. The Knights will host Coquitlam’s Charles Best in an exhibition game this Saturday, 3 p.m.

KNIGHTS AT SNOWBALL… The Kelowna Christian Knights battled their way to a seventhplace showing at the always competitive Snowball Classic senior boys basketball tournament in

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KELOWNA CHRISTIAN’S Tyler Linttell (right) battles a Regina Campbell opponent for possession during the Snowball Classic basketball tournament in Abbotsford.

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Calgary, and is the brother of Ryan Harrison, who plays for Prince Albert Raiders in the Western Hockey League.

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Heat women split at VIU

The first-place UBC Okanagan Heat rebounded from an opening night loss to earn a weekend split with the VIU Mariners in BCCAA women’s basketball action. On Friday, the hotshooting Mariners kept the Heat off balance and posted an 81-61 victory. Roz Huber paced the Heat with 15 points, three rebounds and three assists, while Meghan McGill had nine points and four boards. On Saturday, a muchimproved effort from the rHeat who scored 27 points in the fourth quarter for a 78-75 win. Madison Kaneda led UBCO down the stretch and finished with 16 points, four rebounds and two assists. Roz Huber scored 18 points and added six boards while Ashley Briker scored 10 points as the Heat used an up-tempo game to subdue

dives on a loose ball during a B.C. Colleges’ Athletic Association basketball action Saturday at Vancouver Island University.

the Mariners. “This win shows that if we continue to play our style of up tempo in your face basketball we are going to be successful against any team,” said Heat assistant coach Kim Whelpton. The Heat (8-1) will return to home court this weekend as they host Langara Friday and Saturday.

HEAT MEN The UBCO Heat were the victims of a doubleheader sweep at the hands of the VIU Mariners in BCCAA men’s play over the weekend in Nanaimo. On Friday, VIU jumped out to a 10-0 lead just two minutes in, then hung on the remainder of the way for an 85-75 win. Fourth-year guard Dave Joseph had 18 points to lead the Heat, while Kelowna Secondary product Ryan Fahandeg netted 17 points. Dave Mackay was

Skiing the Trees a beast on the glass as he hauled in 15 rebounds. On Saturday night, more of the same as the Heat fell behind 11-2 early and went on to lose 86-

63. UBCO struggled from the field, shooting just 34 per cent. First-year point guard Dan Briscoe was steady

in running the offense and led the Heat with 13 points. The Heat (6-3) will host Langara Friday and Saturday.

Knights girls No. 1 in B.C. basketball

t t For the first time in school history, the Kelowna Christian Knights are the No. 1 team in B.C. high school girls A basketball. The Knights rose to the top of the heap with a 63-60 win Saturday over Abbotsford Christian to capture the Meltdown Under the K senior girls tournament in Keremeos. Kirsten Wiebe led the Knights with 26 points, including four three-pointers in the first half. Cammi Taron added 20 points and Jessica Marees had 14 in the championship game,

while Samantha Baldwin provided solid rebounding and defense in the late going. In the first two games of the tournament, Candace Tripke scored 19 points in each outing as KCS defeated Osoyoos 72-20 and Princeton 4941. In the Wiebe and Tripke were named to the tournament’s first all-star team.

B.C. CATHOLIC BOYS The Immaculata Mustangs posted a 2-and-2 record at the B.C. Catholic Schools boys basketball championship in Surrey.

Immaculata opened with a 58-56 win over St. Thomas Aquanas. Top scorers were Dario Gini and Kyle Drosdovech with 14 points each, while Liam Fitzpatrick added 11. In Game 2, the Mustangs faced a AAA opponent in Vancouver College and went down 83-44 as Drosdovech scored 13 points. In the their game, John Mlikotic scored 27 points in a losing cause as Notre Dame beat the Mustangs 72-53. In their final game, Immaculata took care

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added 15 points, and Nate Radford had 13. Curtis Mayne scored 16 points for the Owls in a losing cause, while Jared Patterson added 15. It was a big win for the Huskies, who are in the process of rebuilding their senior boys program after some lean and difficult years. “It’s been tough the last while for boys basketball at OKM, we ended

last year with only five players,” said Huskies coach Mark Sadlowski. “We’re up to 14 players this year, so we’re headed in the right direction. We’re sort of trying to rebuild and get boys interested in the game again,” Sadlowski said. The Huskies defeated the Mt. Boucherie AA boys team and Grand Forks on the way to the final.

of St. Ann’s, the No. 2 ranked A team, 54-33. The top scorer was John Mlikotic with 20 points, while Brandon Jacobs and Kyle Drosdovech had eight points each.

KSS JR. BOYS The KSS junior boys basketball team was 2-and-1 at a four team round robin tournament at MEI in Abbotsford on the weekend. Alex Reid and Neven Knezevic were named

to the tournament all star team. Reid scored 14 and Knezevic had 12 in a 4440 win over MEI while Reid scored a dozen points and Nolan Handley added 10 in a 72-31 win over Robert Bateman. KSS suffered its only loss to Abbotsford Christian, losing 62-42. The junior boys are hosting a home tournament this weekend at KSS.

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championship next month in Vernon. The veteran Kelowna skip won four straight games at the Interior playdowns in Kamloops over the weekend to earn one of four berths at the provincials, Feb. 1 to 7. Gretzinger, third Rob Koffski, second Brent Giles and lead Russell Koffski edged fellow Kelowna curler Jeff Richard 7-6 in the A event qualifier

on Saturday afternoon at the McArthur Island Curling Club. Gretzinger, the 1999 B.C. men’s champion, also won games over Kelowna’s Grant Olsen, Fred Thomson of Nelson and Kevin Marks of Grand Forks. Meanwhile, the Jeff Richard foursome is on its way to the B.C. championship for the second year in a row.

Richard qualified out of the C event on Sunday with a 9-5 win over Vernon’s Brad Kuhn. Down 3-1, the Kelowna rink seized control of the game with a big fourender in the fifth, then put the game on ice with three more in the seventh end. Richard is joined by third Tom Shypitka, second Tyler Orme and lead Chris Anderson. Also qualifying out of

the Interior are Nelson’s Fred Thomson, who won the B event qualifier, and Kimberley’s Tom Buchy who came out of the C event along with Richard. The B.C. championship next month will feature a round-robin format with 10 rinks, including 2008 champ Bob Ursel of Kelowna, who qualified for Vernon thanks to his points accumulation this season on the cash circuit.

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Records fall for Kelowna speed skaters Two members of the Kelowna Speed Skating Club have themselves a place in the B.C. record books. Chris Neykov and Mitchell McCullough each established a new provincial speed skating standards in the juvenile boys division last weekend at the Alberta Indoor Long Track Championships in Calgary. Chris, 13, a student at Rutland Middle School, lowered the 300-metre record to 27.01 seconds. The previous record was held by Nicholas Goplen at 27.34. Mitchell,12, a student at KLO Middle School

lowered the 1000m time to 1:25.78 from 1:27.08, a record also held previously by Goplen. Both boys also improved their personal bests in all distances. Chris finished fourth overall while Mitchell finished seventh in a very strong field. “It was great to see the boys break the provincial records that have been held by Nicholas,” said Okanagan regional coach Nancy Goplen. “It means that these boys are on a great pathway to excellence. Like Nick, these boys do not have access to a long track oval so it makes it more remarkable.

“Chris also does not have the proper long track blades so it took extra effort to keep up with the skaters who were able to glide faster. He has a lot of natural sprinting ability so he did very well in the shorter distances while Mitchell excelled in the longer races.” Meanwhile, Kerry Bennett,14 and a student from OKM, had personal bests in all four distances and finished first over-all in the mixed open division. Her brother Cameron, 16, finished fifth overall in a strong field of 15 in the junior boys division with personal bests in all distances.

Emilie Medland Marchen, a student at KLO, also had personal bests in all distances, finishing fourth overall in the Juvenile Girls division. Mitchell McCullough is the sole competitor heading off to the B.C. Long Track next weekend in Fort St. John in search of a berth in the Canadian Age Class Championships to be held in early February in Winnipeg. Meanwhile, Nicholas Goplen, Keara Maguire and Alison Banwell head to Saskatoon at the end of the month for the Canadian junior championships and Canada Cup No. 2.

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estern Canada will play a more important role in Canada, two Maclean’s Magazine correspondents state. Andrew Coyne and Paul Wells are currently involved in a dialogue about this issue with many people in Western Canada. There are several factors that are leading to the rise of the West’s clout in Canada. One is simple population growth. Alberta and B.C. and even Saskatchewan are growing at a

steady pace. While growth has moderated from that experienced in the boom times of a few short years ago, all four western provinces are growing faster than the national average. Then there’s the issue of resources. Western Canada has something that is not present in the east to any great degree — natural resources in abundance. The most important by far is oil and gas, which is an increasingly scarce commodity throughout the world, yet is

the foundation of modern economies. When it comes to “going green,” the western provinces also have an edge. B.C. and Manitoba both have enormous hydro power resources, which do not contribute to greenhouse gases. All four provinces have large forested areas, which help contribute oxygen and digest carbon dioxide and make the planet a better place. When the Reform Party was creating a wave in Ottawa in the

late 1980s and 1990s, its slogan was “The West wants in.” This message was eagerly devoured by hundreds of thousands of people who are now a key part of the present Conservative government. Western Canada has definitely come of age. It is not a unified region but attitudes in most parts of Western Canada are similar—we want to be part shaping Canada’s future, and have the clout to help make our country’s potential a reality.

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Mixed message from police over civilian’s ‘heroic’ moves

t takes guts to stop Barry Heiderbrecht CITY of a bank robbery. and Gary Traub were CONFIDENTIAL brave and selfless. But should the police encourage people They are owed a debt to do it? of gratitude, especially While they would from the credit union likely be the first to whose money they deny it, that’s exactly Alistair saved and whose emwhat the local RCMP Waters ployees they stopped did earlier this week from possibly being when they publicly rehurt. But what does it warded two local men with commen- say to the rest of us? dations for doing something they speThe pair were in the Rutland cifically ask members of the public branch of the Interior Savings Crednot to do—put themselves in harm’s it Union in November when a man atway when a crime is being committempted to hold up a female teller. ted. As the would-be robber grappled There’s no question the actions with the woman, the duo, who were

standing in line a short distance away, sprang into action, wrestled the man to the ground and held him until police officers arrived. Before and during the altercation, the man inferred he had a gun and threatened to shoot people, including Heiderbrecht and Traub. Where many would have walked away—or more likely run—this dynamic duo stepped up, took action and stopped the would-be thief in his tracks. There’s no question about their bravery. What is troubling, however, is the message the police have sent by publicly handing out the commendations

in the way they did. But what do you do when someone does something you specifically ask them not to do but it turns out for the better? You want to show your gratitude and let others know you are grateful. But you don’t want to encourage others to do the same. Or do you? On one hand, the police don’t want us channeling our inner Charles Bronson—remember him as the vigilante in the Death Wish film series?— dispensing homegrown justice and stepping in to stop crimes that are taking place. At least that is what they say publicly. But they do want to recognize

people who make a difference in the community even if that sometimes includes people who don’t follow the “rules.” To do otherwise would seem, well, ungrateful. On Monday, the Kelowna RCMP publicly commended Heiderbrecht and Traub for putting themselves in harm’s way, calling them heroes and paying tribute to their character. The descriptions sound fitting to me. But in the same breath the police cautioned other members of the public about doing the same. Now that’s a mixed message. Alistair Waters is the assistant editor of the Capital News. awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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LETTERS ▼ PERILS OF TRAFFIC

Serious lesson learned To the editor: I read the column in the Capital News for Sunday, Jan. 17: The Vehicles We Drive are like Loaded Weapons. Pedestrians are usually very safe when crossing roads especially during daylight hours when everyone is visible. Whether they choose to jaywalk across Gordon Drive is their choice. For me, I would never do that again. I’m a mother of two children. I walk everywhere and I take my kids all the time with me. I have a green and brown stroller and the green part is more like neon—that way people in their vehicles will see me. Whether they

are on the phone or texting is their choice. They jeopardize their lives and others while on the road. I learned my own lesson 16 years ago when I got hit by a truck on the highway down in the South Okanagan. I swore to myself I will never jaywalk again and don’t like to see other people chancing their own lives to try and get to the store quicker by jaywalking. Half the time I will ask the people that do it “are you crazy you could get yourself killed.” I never got my learners (driver’s licence) but I do know the rules of the road whether people remember them and use them accordingly is their

choice. I do agree with one thing: Senior citizens should have their vision and hearing checked every year. I’ve had at least 10 of them in vehicles almost sideswipe my stroller and me. It is dangerous out there, but it’s everyone’s choice on whether they abide by the law or be stupid and chance getting killed. I learned my lesson as I am lucky to be alive today. Whether other people are willing to listen or not, how many people have to die before everyone gets it through their head? Heather Tite, Kelowna

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Deterrence not used To the editor: I must assume your intentions were honourable, when you wrote your Christmas Day editorial. But you spoiled my holidays with the usual advice: Don’t drink and drive. Do you believe that by repeating this well worn advice you made even the slightest impact on those who do? Instead, there is a program called the Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program. It’s used throughout the world with very positive results. After much lobbying, our B.C. government finally adopted enabling legislation in 2003. But as time went by, we found that the great potential available has not nearly been tapped. Simply speaking,

when one is placed on the program, they have a device installed in their car and by blowing into it, it will not only read the alcohol content in the breath, but if that reading is excessive, the car will not start. But there is one major problem. Our judges have the authority to enforce the legislation but they seldom do. For some unknown reason, the person with the most influence with regard to this program is the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles. It appears that he seldom uses the legislation to protect the public but rather, he appears to protect the person charged with drinking while under the influence of alcohol. Mike Cotton, West Kelowna

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Go after irresponsible dog owners To the editor: Re. Dog License Increases Annoy Kelowna’s Mayor, Capital News Dec. 16. I’m not sure why the mayor should be upset by a modest increase to $20. Keeping a dog is a

long term and rather expensive commitment and anyone who can’t afford the fee surely can’t afford the dog. However, the mayor’s suggestion of going after those—the majority unfortunately—who

choose not to license their pet is an excellent idea. Dog Control could pursue this vigorously, imposing a fine of, say, $300 for any dog not having a current tag. And while they are at it, a $75 fine if the owner can’t show they are

supplied with adequate bags—I’d like to retire from my uncompensated job of cleaning up other people’s mess. Good luck to administrator Harold Reay and his program of education. A few hefty fines, well pub-

licized, would be all the education needed. Let’s go after the license evaders and inconsiderate slobs who think if nobody is watching they can leave the mess for someone else to clean up.. Guy King, Kelowna

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Think what you can do for your community in 2010 To the editor: As we settle into the New Year and resume the routines of work, school and family activities we leave behind the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Our focus turns to getting back on track with life and maybe a few resolutions. The holidays are a time when we are all reminded of the virtues of giving to others and loving our fellow man. It’s a time of year when we

often see the kindest, most selfless and generous side of people. As we launch 2010 wouldn’t it be wonderful if we all did our best to embrace these qualities throughout the entire year? We are fortunate to live in a beautiful part of the world with majestic mountains, impressive lakes, beautiful golf course and wineries. However, our province has the dubious distinction of having the highest

child poverty rate in the country. Furthermore, in 2031 it is estimated that 31 per cent of Okanagan residents will be senior citizens. These residents are going to need services ranging from basic transportation to health care and social services. And, as in any community, we have neighbours and coworkers who struggle with issues of addictions, mental health, literacy and poverty. This year, I ask you

Spending to upgrade city hall seems excessive To the editor: The spending of over $1 million to renovate the fourth floor at Kelowna City Hall is excessive. I don’t really see any tenders for the work. Compare the price to how many houses could have been built for that kind of money. The city has taken

the attitude of easy come, easy go. Now they want to spend $8,000 plus for a T.V. What next? They said money could have been given to better use such as building sidewalks at schools, and many other needed things. Let’s start with the huge amounts paid to department heads. The 30

per cent raise they got was unreal. Much needed cuts are due. In 2010 there should be no property tax increases. (Where that money has) gone in the past—not well used. Mayor and council: Stop using the taxpayers as if they are a gold mine. James Mark, Kelowna

to consider what contribution you can make to the beautiful community we are all so fortunate to be a part of. It’s a gift that will last all year long as you will benefit from living in a community which you helped to improve by providing programs that better the lives of tens of thousands of individuals. Your local United Way supports non-profit agencies in the Central and South Okanagan/Similkameen—and

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done so in less than a month, this time because of a mouldy smell that has made people taking the medication sick. These drugs were actually contaminated by a chemical used to treat wood on the pallets used to transport the raw ingredients of the drugs to the manufacturing plant. The recall applies to some batches of Tylenol caplets and gel tabs. Some Tylenol arthritis treatments, both rapid release and extended relief. Motrin IB, chewable extra-strength Rolaids, Benadryl allergy tablets and St. Joseph aspirin. The symptoms that led to an investigation of the poisonings were very common symptoms for other ailments, such as vomiting, diarrhea and cramping. Many patients showed up at the emergency room only to be told it was nothing to worry about. Some people told me about their experience, where the tainted products they took ultimately resulted in a ride in the ambulance to the hospital. Yes, pharmaceuticals do have there place in the medical world, but pills do have a tendency to be over-prescribed. And dealing in the volumes that pharmaceutical companies manufacture of different products, it seems at least once a year recall notices are publicized. Sometimes the potential for a recall is known about before the drug leaves the manufacturing facility, but it still leaves the plant because the cost of recalling or stopping production on a particular medication is more than what any lawsuit potentially might cost the company. I don’t suggest you forego any prescriptions or over the counter medi-

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John Sherman cations that you choose to take, just realize that their are other alternatives out there. Homeopathic remedies, for example, can offer many effective alternatives to drugs commonly used everyday whether prescription or OTC. There is a Health Canada website— www. hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/ compli-conform/recallretrait/_list/index-eng. php or www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ ahc-asc/media/advisoriesavis/alpha-eng.php— where you can view a list of recalled drugs and medical devices. It may be a month or so behind, but it does offer some eye opening information. It is interesting to note that there are literally thousands of products that have been recalled because of safety concerns for the user. This also includes herbal products and imported foods that have been contaminated with heavy metals and pesticides at their countries of origin, such as China and India. It is absolutely impossible to inspect every piece of cargo, food or drug that comes in or goes out of our country. For that reason alone, drug recalls will occur. As I always say, educate yourself and keep on top of these things yourself. Go to the websites I listed above and start searching. John Sherman is a professional homeopath in Kelowna. 250-764-2487 Cedarlake@telus.net

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BUSINESS Vedanta Academy admin staff changing roles Maxine DeHart This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s column is dedicated to Wes Boulding who recently passed away. Wes was a friend of the DeHart family. I always enjoyed Wes stopping by for a chat. Personal condolences to his family and many friends.

edanta Academy has undergone several staff position changes. CEO Lorna Dumaresq has returned to post-secondary education to further her training in counseling, but will continue to work at Vedanta on a part-time basis. Congratulations to Mike Guzzi, who has moved from vicepresident to replace Dumaresq as CEO. Cadence Trites is shifting from principal to director of special education and former vice-principal Karlisa Hiebert has moved into the principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chair. Cindi Belliveau is now working parttime but retaining some of the tasks from her former position as director of instruction. Sue Keast is the new office manager and Krista Braeuer is the special education assistant. Dr. Robert Halpenny has been appointed as the new chief executive officer for Interior Health, replacing Murray Ramsden who recently retired. Dr. Halpenny has been the acting CEO since Jan. 1. Specializing in custom kitchens and commercial millwork, Oxford Cabinetry, owned and operated by Greg Oxford (Ozzie), has expanded its services to provide qualified interior decorating through their new com-

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pany, Oxford Interiors, which is owned and operated by Rochelle Oxford. Oxford Interiors incorporates the elements and principals of design to create comfort, balance and harmony. Services from colour consultations and interior decorating advice to complete kitchen design, manufacture and installation make this business unique in its ability to offer exceptional attention to detail, while providing a quality product with the personal touch. Oxford Cabinetry has been operating from 5-1369 Stevens Rd. in West Kelowna for the past 10 years. Call 250801-1844; oxfordinteriors@shaw.ca. Accolades to Anna Jacyszyn on receiving the Spirit of Kelowna Award for all her music promotion and charity fundraising in our community. Okanagan College culinary arts instructors Bill Adams, Mike Barillaro, Perry Bentley, Cathryn Neilsen, Geoffrey Couper and Reinhardt Foerderer and their students are stepping up their buffet to the next level, now offering the buffet served in the dining room at Infusions Restaurant at the Okanagan College campus on KLO Road. The buffet will still be set up in the cafeteria, but you will enjoy the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fine cuisine in the dining room. There will also be an expanded wine selection and spectacular desserts. The price is only $21.95 per person and it is well worth every cent. The next date that they will be offering the new buffet/dining room experience is Jan. 22. If you have never tried Infusions Restaurant you are really missing out. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great experience and the students and culinary arts instructors do a fabulous job. Call 250-862-5455. Lindsay Spilborn is a new sales associate with Prestige Hotels and Resorts. Okanagan Falls resi-

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EILEEN KEARNS in the Elks Lodge new locationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the Invue complex on Springfield Road in Kelowna. Keans is the immediate past district deputy for the Elks. dent and experienced construction project management professional W. Tom Styffe has been appointed to a one-year term on the Okanagan College board of governors. Had a tour of the new premises of the Kelowna Elks Lodge #52 on the second floor of the new Invue building at 2040 Springfield Rd. This is the 89th year of existence for the Kelowna Elks Lodge, a non-profit volunteer organization helping our community. The new location is spectacular, boasting 4,000 square feet of space, wide open seating for about100 people, a meeting room, office, extraordinary large kitchen and a huge wraparound balcony with a stunning view. The Kelowna Elks have about 160 members, and are famous for both their Saturday afternoon meat draws at 2:30 p.m. and Friday evening dinners. The new lodge clubhouse is open daily Monday to Saturday, and the public is welcome to visit or attend the events. The executive are Rienhold Gerl

(president); Elsie Dash (past-president); Tony Bastiaanssen (1st vicepresident); Pat Kearns (2nd vice-president); Carl Froese (3rd vicepresident); Ben Van Helvert (Sgt. of Arms); Judy Bastiaanssen (secretary); Anne Grainger (treasurer) and Eileen Kearns (past district deputy). Call 250-860-5841. The Uptown Rutland Business Associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next Uptown After Hours gathering will be Feb. 3 at Petals From Heaven, 239 Rutland Rd. Call 250470-8236. Dennis and Marion Case, owners of Ashley Furniture Homestores in Kelowna and Enderby, and their daughter and son-in-law, Jody and Brad Swartz, have opened a third furniture location in Vernon. Case Furniture Gallery has an 18,000 sq. ft. showroom at 3202-28th St. in Vernon with brand new products, styles and designs. Call 250-545-0535; www. casefurniture.ca. Bill Smith is retiring from the B.C. Ministry of Transportation after 37

years of service, the past six years working in Kelowna. Allan International Models has finalized contracts for some local models. Sonja Hanson, a 15-year-old KSS student, has signed a three year contract with top New York Agency, Wilhelmina Models and will travel to New York over spring break to get started on her international modeling debut. Tina Van Trump, 18, has signed with the very prestigious Avenue One Agency in Tokyo, Japan for a three month stint. She leaves for Japan on March 1. Allan International Models, owned and operated by Chris Allan and Lori McCormack, has promoted their models to Avenue One for a number of years. Call 250-317-0110; www.allanintmodels.com On a sad note, Corp. Zachery McCormack, one of the four soldiers killed in Afghanistan on Dec. 29, is Chris Allanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nephew. Their family recently attended his funeral in Edmonton and they would now publicly like

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or just need to kick start your fitness, Predator Ridge is offering a New Year, New You Fitness Weekend from Jan. 29 to 31 at the resort. The two night package includes all the fitness classes, two healthy breakfasts and dinners and two nights of luxury accommodation in a one bedroom suite from $329 per person (plus taxes). Call 1-888-5786688 for reservations. The 16th annual Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s DreamLift Day is Wednesday, Jan.2 7. All proceeds from the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sales in the dining room and drive-thru as well as staff and management wages (all volunteered) will be earmarked for the next B.C. Interior DreamLift to Disneyland. This year, in honour of the Orange County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department, which provide volunteer and financial support to the Disneyland trip, Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of the B.C. Southern Interior will host five sheriff deputies for the 2010 Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s DreamLift Day. As you know, I was on the most recent DreamLift to Disneyland last month, and it was an experience of a lifetime for the children and something I will never forget. It was an unbelievable day to see the children enjoy a magical day of fun in the sun. Support Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on Jan. 27. Believe me, your support and funds are more than appreciated. Delta Hotels and Resorts have been listed #20 in the Globe and Mailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 50 Best Employers in Canada. Just in case you have not heard, Hasbro, the makers of the Monopoly game is releasing a new version of Canadian Monopoly featuring 22 Canadian cities. The cities are chosen through an on-line vote, which is now underway at Monopolyvote.ca. The extremely popular Dow Reid sculpture of The Sails, located at the foot of Bernard See DeHart B2

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DeHart from B1 Avenue, will be the symbol on the game if Kelowna is chosen. We are now in the top 10 placement but we still need everyone to vote. Go to Monopolyvote.ca and put in

your vote. It’s one place our former city logo will stay forever! The Investors Group fundraiser Walk For Memories in support of the Alzheimer Society of B.C. takes place Sunday. Jan. 31, at Kelowna Sec-

ondary School. Rain or shine, the walk will carry on. Call Norma Selbie at 250-860-7414 for more information. The Minstrel Cafe & Bar, owned by Clare Anderson, will host a performance by The Rowdy-

men on Jan. 25. Banish the winter blahs with this event to celebrate Robbie Burns Day. Piping in of the Haggis begins at 7 p.m. with a $5 cover charge. Birthdays of the week: Happy 50th Jack

Gwartney, La-Z-Boy furniture (Today, Jan. 20); happy 60th Kelowna Mayor Sharon Shepherd (Jan. 25); David Russell, Nurse Next Door (Jan. 21); Curtis Pannell, TAC Mobility (Jan. 22); Rita Kaskiw (Jan. 23);

Ed Kaskiw (Jan. 24); Ron Wahoski (Jan. 24); Bob Taylor (Jan. 25); Bill Sinclair (Jan. 26). Maxine DeHart is a Kelowna hotelier. Phone her at 250-979-4546, fax 250-860-3173, email maxdehart@telus.net.

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BUSINESS ▼ EI COVERAGE CHANGES

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ne of the factors marking the line between employees and independent contractors has been eligibility for employment insurance (EI) coverage. As a result of changes to federal legislation, the line just become somewhat more blurry. Historically, only employees were eligible for EI coverage. The risk of not having that aspect of the social security net to fall back on was just one of the many risks of being an independent contractor. In December, the Fairness for the Self-Employed Act (who says government isn’t warm and fuzzy?) was passed. It permits self-employed persons to opt into the EI program to receive special benefits. The EI coverage for which the self-employed will now be eligible includes maternity, parental, sickness, and compassionate care benefits. They will not be eligible for regular EI wage replacement benefits. The new eligibility

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Robert Smithson rules are effective as of the beginning of 2010. Due to the way the rules work, however, selfemployed persons who opt into the EI program will not be able to collect any benefits payments until January 2011. Generally speaking, people who operate their own business are considered to be self-employed. Some occupations will, however, be ineligible, including barbers, hairdressers, taxi drivers, certain other drivers of passenger-carrying vehicles, and certain fishers. To become eligible for coverage, a self-employed person must enter into an agreement with the Canada Employment Insurance Commission. This can be achieved

online. Once a self-employed person enters into the agreement, he or she has 60 days to reconsider. This window of opportunity should not be taken lightly because the implications of opting into the EI program are significant. Once the self-employed person has opted into the EI program, he or she can opt out but only if benefits payments have not been received. If benefits have been received, the person must continue to pay EI premiums on income for as long as he or she remains self-employed. If the self-employed person does opt out, he or she must continue to pay EI premiums until the end of that calendar year. No refunds of EI premiums will be made upon opting out. To qualify to receive these special EI benefits, the self-employed person must have experienced an interruption of earnings due to the birth of a child, the need to provide care to a newborn (or adopted)

child, illness, injury, quarantine, or the need to provide care to a gravely ill relative. The self-employed person must also have earned a minimum specified amount of earnings in the year prior to the claim (for 2010 the specified amount is $6,000). Benefits payments cannot be received until one year after the person opted into the EI program. There is a two-week waiting period after an application to receive benefits payments is made. EI maternity benefits payments last up to 15 weeks’ duration, parental benefits up to 35 weeks, sickness benefits up to 15 weeks, and compassionate care benefits up to six weeks. It seems to me there are several reasons why most independent contractors, or self-employed persons, will take a pass on this new entitlement to opt into the EI program. First, for many of them, avoiding the burden of payments such as EI premiums is one reason they chose to be self-em-

ployed to begin with. Second, if they do opt in, they won’t be eligible to receive regular EI benefits in the event of a normal, lack-of-work interruption of earnings. Third, once they have received any benefits at all, they must continue to pay premiums for the entire balance of their selfemployed career. (Like the Hotel California, you can check out anytime you like, but you can never leave…) If you’re a self-employed person, you might think this isn’t much of a bargain. If that’s your view, you’ll stay true to your independent contractor roots and avoid this aspect of the social security net. Robert Smithson is a partner at Pushor Mitchell LLP in Kelowna practicing exclusively in the area of labour and employment law. This subject matter is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon as legal advice. 250-869-1220 Smithson@pushormitchell.com

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Olympic opportunity to promote the Okanagan The Okanagan Valley Economic Development Society has organized a special event at the Commerce Centre in Vancouver to bring together Okanagan businesses, trade commissioners and Olympic media to promote investment in our region. Scott Boswell, chair of OVEDS, said, “The Olympics are the world’s largest advertising campaign and to link into that media coverage is a fantastic way to promote our region and its business opportunities.” The event will showcase a variety of Okanagan wines and specialty food products, along with a cooking demonstration with celebrity chef Ned Bell. OVEDS will be working with the unaccredited media centre, which will be home to more than 400 media personnel to target media coverage in the United Kingdom, USA, Germany, Holland, Austria, China and Japan. Corie Griffiths, vicechair of OVEDS, said, “We want to show the world that the Okanagan region is progressive and

innovative and offers investment opportunities in high tech, green infrastructure and agri-food and at the same time offers an exceptional quality of life.” OVEDS is setting up a website at www.okanag-

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An idea may lead to an invention, but it can’t be called an innovation until it is commercialized. The marketplace turns an invention into an innovation. It is only when technological know-how is developed, sold, distributed and used that it becomes an innovation. Some ideas are a technical success, and may even be patented, but can’t be sold. The road from idea to marketplace is often long and uncertain. On Thursday, Jan. 21, 5 p.m., the ongoing weekly Okanagan Institute Express series starts a new year at the Bohemian Cafe by presenting Innovation Vineyard: Challenges and Opportunities . Douglas MacLeod, the associate dean of science, technology and health at Okanagan College, will lead a session on how we can become one of the most innovative regions in the country. Here in the Okanagan, MacLeod says there are companies that are pioneering new approaches to doing business. Those experiences suggest five ways that our valley could play a leadership role in addressing this issue: 1. Using high quality design is the easiest, fastest and most economical way to increase your bottom line through innovation. 2. Cloud computing is the idea that small and large companies can tap into enormous computing resources at a data centre via the Internet but only pay for what they need and use. This leads to the concept of “software as a service” where you access only the software you want when you want it. Companies across the country could save thousands of dollars a year by embracing this approach. 3. The valley could pioneer the idea of being “resource positive” which means that we develop buildings and communities that generate more energy than they consume and purify more water than they use. 4. Social networking can also be used to foster innovation. Innocentive (www.innocentive.com) is a global website where companies can post research problems and individuals can suggest solutions for cash rewards from $5,000 to $1 million. There is no reason why a similar service could not be set up for Okanaganbased companies. 5. Recognize the importance of small business in driving innovation. Too often we hear of the need to pick “winners” and focus investment in large population centres and facilities while ignoring the fact that in British Columbia more than 90 per cent of our technology companies are small businesses. For more information and to register, go to www. okanaganinstitute.com.

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Gout is an extremely painful condition that can effect people of all races and ages. It can effect both men and women but it is more common in men. It is uncommon in children and young adults. Gout used to be considered a problem for the rich, kings, gentry, and others who ate too much and drank too much wine. Some people have a genetic predisposition due to a disorder of purine metabolism. In these individuals attacks of gout can be triggered by eating foods high in purines and by consuming high quantities of alcohol. Others can have secondary gout. Secondary gout is associated with another medical condition such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney disorders, certain medications, particularly diuretics (water pills), salicylates (aspirin), and niacin. Gout is caused by a build up of uric acid in the blood which settlles out as uric acid crystals in the joints. This causes pain, redness, and swelling. Any joint can be involved. Classic signs of gout are pain, redness, and swelling in the big toe or elbow. The pain can be both chronic or can present suddenly. A number of therapies are available. Some more successful than others. SciMed Research is starting a research trial to evaluate a new investigational therapy to lower uric acid, the cause of gout. If you have been diagnosed with or suffer from gout symptoms you may qualify to participate in this research trial. Please call SciMed Research to register for a no cost obligation consultation to see if you are an appropriate candidate for this gout study. Please call Scimed Research to register for a no cost or obligation consultation to see if you are an appropriate candidate for this GOUT study.

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of $5,000. As of Jan. 1, 2010, Canadians can add another $5,000 to their TFSA. An indexing formula will be applied annually to determine whether the TFSA contribution room will increase, with the resulting figure rounded to the nearest $500. If you did not get around to making your TFSA contribution in 2009, do not worry. Any unused contribution room gets carried forward to allow you a $10,000 contribution for 2010. As the TFSA enters the second year, investors should become more aware of their options of what type of investment to hold in your TFSA. Goals, risk tolerance and age should be a factor in your decision of what type of investment to hold in your tax free account. Most people put their TFSA into a short term savings account, or GIC. With interest rates so low, there is minimal benefit to using a low paying savings account. Other investors choose equity type investments, for a long-term investment vehicle. You can choose between a savings type of account, an all-growth investment strategy, or an asset allocation blend. The same type of RRSP or RRIF investments are allowed. An individual may designate a surviving spouse or partner as a successor account holder to continue the particular TFSA, or transfer the value to the survivorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own TFSA.

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Doreen Smith The account continues to be tax-exempt, and there is no effect on the survivorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own existing TFSA contribution room. The fair market value on the date of death will be received by the estate on a tax-free basis, income received after death is taxable.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2DC; A TFSA MAY NOT BE APPROPRIATE FOR EVERYONE. PEOPLE WITH CREDIT CARD DEBT, AND CONSUMER DEBT SHOULD PAY OFF DEBT BEFORE OPENING A TFSA.

On the breakdown of a marriage or common-law partnership, any TFSA amount may be transferred from the TFSA of one spouse or partner to the TFSA of the other, while maintaining the tax-exempt status. Any amount withdrawn from your TFSA in a particular year is automatically added to your TFSA contribution room for the following year, and

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this amount may be carried forward indefinitely. This allows individuals to recontribute an equivalent amount in a future year. A TFSA may not be appropriate for everyone. People with credit card debt, and consumer debt should pay off debt before opening a TFSA. Paying off your mortgage may also be a better alternative than contributing to a TFSA. Low income earners should review the benefit of a TFSA over a RRSP. Contributions to a RRSP generate a tax refund at time of contribution, but when the funds are withdrawn, this amount is fully taxable. The additional income can reduce income tested benefits such as guaranteed income supplement or Pharmacare. Low income earners are better off with a TFSA withdrawal option in retirement, as these withdrawals are not considered taxable income. Any excess contributions with a RRSP or TFSA will be taxed at one per cent per month. A TFSA can be a welcome addition to tax saving strategies for Canadians. Proceed with caution and personalize your individual plan.

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On a path of personal discovery T he pursuit of an entrepreneurial dream arrives at our doorstep often when we least expect it. We sometimes find ourselves travelling down a road we have convinced ourselves somehow depicts our destiny path, that will lead us to happiness and personal success. But then fate enters the picture, offering us a different journey that both excites our senses and captures our imagination. Changes in our circumstances do alter our earlier beliefs that previously might have been focussed on the realm of potential employment, which companies would applaud our newly minted knowledge, skills and desire to join their ranks for years to come. However, reality has a way of bringing change quickly to the foreground in our daily life. We are awakened to a crossroad that demands decision for tomorrow. This reality check often is the genesis for the birth of an entrepreneur. This week, let me tell you about a young woman who is quite happy with the new road she is travelling and the mantle of entrepreneurship that she wears very proudly. Teri Westerby was born in the Lower Mainland 22 years ago. Her parents believed strongly in the value of education for their two daughters. Westerby enrolled in the Vancouver Institute of Art, graduating with a degree in animation and art design, working parttime during her school years with her sister in a bakery, something both young women enjoyed very much. She remarked to me that toward the end of her formal academic program, she began to visualize that the animation industry was somewhat limiting. So, with her love of the computer, she shifted her career focus, and prepared her graduation portfolio to that of web design and service to a segment of the industry that needed it the most. Westerby shared that she began her personal change seeking self-sustainment in a small field of endeavour rather than

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Joel Young limiting growth with what was already available for career paths in her newly acquired educational competencies of animation and art design. She discovered that through this change in circumstance came for her a new sense of self-discovery. She wanted to be able to perform a professional service from any city in any location, as she also enjoys travelling, and adopted a concern of feeling trapped in a single location. Admirably, Westerby realized quickly that the new direction she was about to embark on required some champions of customer service who would contribute to changing the face of website and computer service consulting. Armed with this personal vision of self-employment, Westerby was

on the brink of becoming an entrepreneur, but a few steps were still before her. Where would I begin she would ask herself many times over the days after her graduation was behind her. One morning, Westerby decided to begin her journey in the Okanagan as a close friend invited her to test the region for her new found vision. After she arrived in Kelowna, she explored several avenues of venture development and initially created her website as a freelancer’s portfolio. That developed into a listing of the services she could provide as a selfemployed entrepreneur, translated into full website services for a range of clients across the valley. Westerby felt this transition was very natural to her as she gained knowledge and a larger client base. During her new venture’s developmental period, her mother suggested she meet a family friend, living in Princeton, who was a retired music producer and also had years of marketing and sales experience.

Richard Hudson, who Westerby considers a true friend and mentor, guided her to the launch of her entrepreneurial venture. In January 2009, Hyper Media Design was born with Westerby offering the technical expertise and her new partner Richard, the sales and marketing background. Hyper Media offers e-commerce solutions, search engine optimization, content management, web design and development which translates to a full web service regime. Pretty amazing for this talented woman who epitomizes what wonderment a “change in circumstance” can bring to our lives. Westerby says her committed goal, as a young entrepreneur, is to put effective client service at the forefront of her entrepreneurial journey. Check this talent out at www.hypermedia.ca. Joel Young is an entrepreneurship leadership educator, consultant and coach and the founder of the Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurs Society. eagleyoung@shaw.ca

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Library hosts blowout book sale The downtown Kelowna branch of Okanagan Regional Library will host a blowout book sale on Saturday, Jan. 23, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m, The books, adult hardover and sofcover fiction and non-fiction, will be on sale at four for $1 in the library meeting

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Equipment delivery delays will push back the construction schedule for the aquatics area at the Parkinson Recreation Centre. The pool was originally scheduled to re-open on Feb. 1, and will now reopen on Feb. 6. Swimming lessons scheduled to start between Monday, Feb. 1, and Friday, Feb. 5, will now start one week later. All aquatics programs starting on Saturday Feb. 6 or after will not be affected. Recreation staff will be contacting all impacted participants and a credit will be applied to their account for cancelled lessons. On Nov. 30, 2009,the aquatics centre was closed for annual maintenance and to replace the deck tile. The fitness centre, gymnasium and other non-aquatics programs were not impacted by this construction and remain open. “The new deck makes a significant improvement to the facility,” says City of Kelowna recreation and culture services manager Lori Angus. “It has been a long closure this year, and we appreciate the patience of our patrons. Our staff is looking forward to getting back in the pool and delivering the exceptional aquatics programming that the Parkinson Recreation Centre is so well known for.” Aquatic areas including the main pool, children’s play pool, whirlpool and steam room are now scheduled to reopen on Saturday Feb. 6, 2010. For more program registration information, visit kelowna.ca/recreation. 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,

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ENTERTAINMENT steal this sound A real news & entertainment column

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First of all, let’s get a few things straight. I am not about to tell you what happened on American Idol last night. Nor am I going to write some dribble about how Lady Gaga has kidnapped one of the Jonas Brothers and won’t return him unless Jay Leno returns to prime time. No, I mean business. With the whole Hollywood façade, have we all forgotten what arts and culture is really about? To me, it’s all about the community and the support that is derived from it. So turn off your TV for five minutes, minimize perezhilton.com, and read on. Arts and culture in Kelowna is alive, well, and one could even say thriving; you just need to know where to look. People Pe eople need to

realize that the arts don’t just flourish in large cities like Vancouver or Toronto—it’s happening in our own backyard. My main focus with this column is not to restate what everyone already knows, I want to provide a non-biased, reliable resource for all that is arts and culture in Kelowna. With that being said, let’s get to the fun stuff. Isn’t it nice to know that there are still good things happening in the world of arts and entertainment even when there is nothing good happening in the world of everything else (i.e. earthquakes, global warming/freezing, HST)? What makes me say this is a little thing called the Peak Performance Project. In short, the project was created by 100.5 The Peak (based out of Vancouver) and Music B.C. to develop B.C.-based emerging

bands and artists. Every year, 20 artists are chosen and given a week long training program (a.k.a. boot camp) that covers the music business, live performance, song writing, marketing and promotion. Each artist then performs live on the Peak Performance Stage in Vancouver which was hosted by The Cellar Nightclub in 2009. From those 20 artists, three are chosen as the top Peak Performers. It all comes down to a final showcase in Vancouver (hosted by the CommoDAN MOXON, lead vocalist and dore) on Jan. 22 keyboardist for Bend Siniste r. wher where the winner is announced ne andd awarded an a the m ind dmindgran gr andd prize of $150,000 00 tto owa w rds th thei eirr ca cca-grand towards their set of “only Vancouver bands make it ree re er. reer. big.” The final showcase at the Commodore S Still with me? Out of those 20 artists who has already sold out so it’s guaranteed to be an were we re chosen last year, two of the final three band bands are originally from the Okanagan. Bend amazing night no matter who wins the grand prize. Si ini niss (although currently residing in VanSinister For more information on the Peak Percouv co uv and We Are The City (Kelowna) were couver) formance Project visit www.peakperformanceboth bo t announced as finalists along with The th project.com. Le eft f (Langley) on Dec. 14. Left Pyper Geddes is the assistant manager for IIt’s good to know that talent from smallHabitat in downtown Kelowna. eerr ttowns ow are gaining more recognition—it’s alow pyper@thehabitat.ca m ost as if all B.C. bands have fallen into the most

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Ke$ha turning out to be latest ‘breakout’ artist KE$HA: ANIMAL (RCA) She is being called the breakout artist of the year and Ke$ha’s debut album, titled Animal, has been at the top of the charts for a couple of weeks while her single Tik Tok has been at the top of the hit parade as well. Although she was not a house hold name before this stunning success, Ke$ha wasn’t completely unknown in the pop/ dance community. She sang back up and provided the essential hook to Flo Rida’s huge summer hit Right Round and she has worked and written for Paris Hilton and The Veronicas in the past. But no one could have anticipated this sort of mega hit from such an unlikely source. The inside liner of Animal contains this disc’s subtitle with It’s Party Time.

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Bruce Mitchell which completely sums up Animal (as in Party) with music that is not unlike Lady GaGa, LMFAO, Madonna, 3OH.3, Rihanna and a few more. The only difference might be that Ke$ha is right up front about boozing and living a life of clubland hedonism, (sample lyrics: “I brush my teeth with a bottle of Jack” as in Daniels and “I may need some rehab or maybe just some sleep”). All of this is done to a shambling techno beat and trash talk lyrics about gossip with Back$tabber and underground nude

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dance clubs with Take It Off. And there is no denying the immediate likeability of Ke$ha’s two current hits Tik Tok and Blah Blah Blah (with 3OH.3) which makes this CD live up to its subtitle. The ballads here, however, are very weak and only serve as a respite between the full-on party techno and pop tracks that are earmarked by their unbridled liberation (or make that sexual aggression). Gloriously trashy if that is what you are fixing for. C+

CHARLOTTE GAINSBOURG: IRM (BECAUSE/WARNER) As a recording artist Charlotte Gainsbourg isn’t nearly as famous as her French father Serge or as well known as her producer on IRM, Beck

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more accessible pop tracks here with the hooky Time Of The Assassins, Heaven Can Wait and the bluesy Dandelion that shows some crossover hit potential. But certainly having big star bloodlines and a high profile producer like Beck will draw lots of attention to this new album so watch for a slow but steady progression that will likely see this album turn to precious metal—probably no more than gold. C+

LITTLE MISS HIGGINS: JUNCTION CITY (ARTS ABOARD) I happened to catch a very cool live concert of Little Miss Higgins on CBC radio late at night a couple of weeks ago and was mightily impressed with her music. She recently played at a small

venue in Kelowna which is how I came about this CD and I wish I had had the time to get to it sooner—the CBC concert drew me in right away. Higgins is from a tiny little hamlet in Saskatchewan called Nokomish but it used to be nicknamed Junction City (hence the CD title) as formerly it was the junction of the CN and CP rail lines. I would only joke that this was the crossroads that provided Higgins with her wonderful talent a la Robert Johnson, but she is a fine roots musician with strong nods to folk, country, blues and a touch of rockabilly. Higgins’ original songs are as solid as the covers she does of W.C. Handy’s St. Louis Blues, Memphis Minnie’s You Ain’t Done Nothing To Me and John Hurt’s Fran-

kie (aka Frankie and Johnny). This is music of a time before WW II but also timeless in its wonderful roots style. Higgins is a nifty guitarist where she teases with a hint of rockabilly and Hound Dog Taylor on the great instrumental Broadcast Boogie. There is a taste of klezmer and Kurt Weill on Liar, Liar and touch of prairie-billy (there are few hills in Saskatchewan) on the amiable The Ol’ Dirty Tractor Song. Little Miss Higgins does make the occasional appearance in Kelowna in small, intimate venues and she is an act to check out judging from her radio concert. Till then, check her out at www.littlemisshiggins.com. Abwcmitchell@shaw.ca

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LINNEN: Yvonne Patricia October 6, 1942 – January 13, 2010, resident of Kelowna, B.C. After a courageous 2 year battle with ALS, Yvonne passed away peacefully at the Hospice House in Kelowna, B.C. Yvonne was born in Manville, Alberta. She was one of four children born to the late Reginald and Marguerite Astley and was the beloved wife of Murray Linnen for 30 years. Yvonne will forever be remembered by her devoted brothers Jack, Rhyce, and Miles Astley, beloved children Nancy Niles (Dale), Patricia Butler (Darrell), Greg Linnen (Yvonne), Todd Linnen (Charlene), Melanie Wilson (Shawn) and Warren Niles (Audrey), treasured grandchildren Mackenzie, Austin, Jared, Maysyn, Brady, Julien, Donovan, Cameron and Jack, along with countless other friends and family whom were blessed to know her. Yvonne loved tending her garden, golfing, being with her family and having fun with friends. She was a knowledgeable and creative cook and had a natural flair for decorating. Special thanks to the Interior Health team at the Capri Centre (Todd, Colleen, Saskia, Irene, Martin, Traci, Debbie), Doctor Conradie, the Palliative Response Team (Rosemary, Michael and Rachel) and the wonderful nurses at the Hospice house (Anna, Diane and Melanie). A Memorial Service is planned for Saturday, April 3rd, 2010. Further details to be provided at a later date. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Society of British Columbia & Yukon, #208 – 1600 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C., V6J 1R3, 1-800-708-3228. Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna. 250-762-2299 FINTAS – Michael Steven Suddenly, on Sunday, January 17, 2010, Michael Fintas of Lake Country, British Columbia, formerly of Burford, Ontario, in his 37th year. Beloved husband of Natasha; Adoring father of Taija, Kylan, Jaida and Keyan; Loving son of Lewis and Ethel Fintas; Cherished brother of Bill and Sara Darby, Lewis and Barb, Kathleen and Mike Barber, Juliana and Jason Dudas & Les. Predeceased by his brother John Takacs (Fintas) (2010). Mike will be sadly missed by his many friends and family. Friends will be received from the KEITH OVINGTON FUNERAL HOME, 134 King Street, Burford on Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Blessed Sacrament Church, 183 King Street, Burford on Friday, January 22, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Pioneer Cemetery, Burford. As expressions of sympathy, donations in Mike’s memory may be made to a Trust Fund for his children. Keith Ovington Funeral Home 519-449-1112 www.keithovington.ca

DISCHER, Jack Passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving wife Norma on Friday, January 15, 2010 at the age of 74. Survived by his daughter Liane (Glenn) of Sault Ste. Marie, ON and his grandchildren Amanda and Rebecca; son Scott (Keeley) of Sault Ste. Marie, ON and granddaughter Kaitlyn, son Eric (Shelley), granddaughter Jessie and great grandson Brett; step-father to Karen (Bob) of Juneau, Alaska, Randy of Fort McMurray, AB, Linda of Inuvik, NWT; brothers Laurie (Gay) of Sault Ste. Marie, Don (Barb) of Sault Ste. Marie, Paul (Marla) of Bruce Mines, ON; sister Jean Anne (Lorne-deceased) of Sault Ste. Marie, ON and many nieces and nephews. He was dearly loved and will be sadly missed. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 1:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www. springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077. PRICE, ROBERT JAMES

With heavy hearts and deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of our wonderful Sister, DEBORAH on December 14, 2009. Deborah was born and raised on May 6, 1948 in Kelowna, B.C. She was taken from us far too early and will leave a void in our lives forever. Predeceased by her parents, Elizabeth (Babs) and Cedric Stringer and infant nephew Joseph. Lovingly remembered by her brothers; David (Lois), John (Diane) and Robin (Ruth). She is also survived by her nephews Adam, Philip, Tyler, Aaron and Daniel whom she cherished with all her heart. Deborah graduated from KSS in 1966, gained her Bachelor of Education from UBC and her Masters from Gonzaga University. Deborah was a passionate and dedicated teacher who touched the hearts of many children over a span of 30 years. In life she stood tall, taking twice the steps to complete the journey. Her family, extended family and friends had the highest respect for her. She volunteered her time, energy and money to many organizations. From Foster children, to the Kelowna Family Centre, the Little Peoples? of BC. Please give to a charity of your choice in honor of our sister. A memorial service will be held at the Evangel Tabernacle Church, 3261 Gordon Drive, Kelowna on Saturday January 23, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. with Rev. Connie Cristall ofﬁciating. Celebration of

her life to follow. Please join her family in making her Queen for a day. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com

LANG, Rodney Arthur It is with great sadness that we announce Rod’s sudden passing on Friday, January 15, 2010 at the age of 51. Survived by his loving wife Debbie, son, Sheldon, daughter Shantelle, son Brant, mother Barbara (Mike) Sekela, sister Debralee Wilkes, father Leon Lang, his parents-in-law Glen (Rita) Mitschke and Debbie’s family, numerous nieces and nephews as well as many friends. Sadly predeceased by nephew Evan Wilkes. Rod will be remembered as a dedicated father and husband. He was well known in the construction field for his hard work and his integrity. Whether you had known Rod for many years or were a new acquaintance, he would take the time to help. His love of Camaros is legendary. He had just returned from a wonderful trip to Mexico with Debbie and a group of friends. In hindsight we now realize it was his last hurrah. He will be deeply missed. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, January 22, 2010 at 11:00 am at the First Lutheran Church, 4091 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC with Reverend Lee Loveridge officiating. Cremation. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www. springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

Information Christmas Corner X-MAS TREE REMOVAL We?ll Pick It Up! 1-877-399-4341 passed away in Kelowna on January 7th,2010. Survived by his loving wife Martha; children Don Price, Penticton, BC; Doug Price, Surrey, BC; Debbie (Gerhard) Dachwitz, Kelowna, BC; step-children Ivan Kish, Winthorst, Sask.; Glenn (Laura) Kish, Winthorst, Sask.; Trevor, Kipling, Sask.; Eileen (Leroy) Holmgren, Snow Lake, Man.; Yvonne (Marshall) Dass, Richmond, BC; sixteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; sisters Gwen (Len) Hopper, Burns Lake, BC; Lil Kenny, Terrace, BC; Florence (Harold) MacIver, Redcliff, Ab.; Avis (Dave) Talhurst, Quesnel, BC. A private family service was held. In lieu of ﬂowers donations to the Parkinson Society of British Columbia, Suite 600-890 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 1J9. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, B.C. (250) 762-2299.

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GREEN DRINKS. Network, socialize, learn. Doc Willoughby’’s 353 Bernard Ave, Kelowna. 1st Thursday of each month. 5-8pm. Please join us for our monthly sustainability networking event! If you are or want to be more sustainable and get to know like-minded individuals and businesses, we meet upstairs & the next event is February 4th. Hope to see you there! (Please note this is a non-partisan function, not afﬁliated with a political party) Our mailing list is managed by the Okanagan Greens Society, a non-proﬁt organization working towards sustainability in the Okanagan Valley. To join the list and receive updates about upcoming events and news, visit http://www.okanagangreens. ca/newsletter.php

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NATIONALLY Branded Juice & Smoothie Bar. For more info http://www.businesssellcanada.com/90810007.htm Seeking out interested parties/party to purchase or lease our heavy duty truck/trailer repair and inspection business in Revelstoke. Includes 5 bay 9550 sq. ft. building, land and inventory. Contact Ross Lang 250 837-1685 TURF LOGIC FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY. Zero Pesticide Lawn Care. Okanagan Territories Available, Outdoor Lifestyle, Full Local Support. www.turﬂogic.ca 1-866-239-4056

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Full-time RMT wanted immediately. Busy chiropractic ofﬁce in Williams Lake. Full volume practice opportunity. Please call Deanna at (250) 392-7717 or drmbos@shawcable.com for more information. START A STAGING BUSINESS with our distance education course. Learn professional skills quickly and easily. ISRP certiﬁcation. FREE BROCHURE. 1-800-267-1829. www.qcdesignschool.com

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Dean & Donna Martin are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter Jodi Lynn to Chris Simpson son of Jan Simpson & the late Tony Simpson of Albury, Australia. Wedding to take place in Mexico in 2011. May God bless your life together...

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LITIGATION SECRETARY required; the ideal candidate will have 3 - 5 years experience in the Personal Injury area. Apply in conﬁdence to Marion Bomford, Human Resources Manager at: bomford@pushormitchell.com Thank you for your interest in our ﬁrm.

CIVIL LITIGATION PARALEGAL required; the ideal candidate will have 5 years experience in Civil Litigation with emphasis on Foreclosures and WCB claims. Apply in conﬁdence to Marion Bomford, Human Resources Manager at bomford@pushormitchell.com Thank you for your interest in our ﬁrm.

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GREAT CAREER OPPORTUNITY!!! Sprott-Shaw Community College is looking to hire an Admissions Advisor. The candidates should have relevant sales and marketing experience with contactable references. The successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication and presentation skills as well as have a competent ability to network and promote the institute. All candidates should be team player orientated, accept challenges, work under pressure and have a positive winning attitude. We offer a very competitive package and an excellent team work environment. Please forward immediately a cover letter and resume to domenicb@sprott-shaw.com

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SPLATSIN Community Health Nurse. Full time hours, wages commensurate with experience. Qualifications: current CRNBC registration, CPR Certified and Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing. Experience working with Aboriginal people in high conflict elder and community care issues. Closing: January 22, 2010. To: Suzanne Shiner, Splatsin, Box 460 Enderby, BC V0E 1V0 Fax: 250-838-2131. Email: suzanne_shiner@splatsin.ca SPLATSIN Director Aboriginal Child Welfare Program. Full time hours. Wages commensurate with experience. Qualifications: M.S.W. or B.S.W. Experience: working with First Nation families and children, conflict resolution, child protection, staff supervision, proposals and financial administration. Closing: January 22, 2010. To: Suzanne Shiner, Splatsin Box 460 Enderby, BC VOE 1V0 Fax: 250-838-2131 Email: suzanne_shiner@splatsin.ca

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Ashley Furniture HomeStore is an established leader in the supply of home furnishings and appliances in the Okanagan. We are committed to creating the “ultimate” customer experience in product and service satisfaction. We are looking for a reliable, team oriented individual with exceptional communication skills in our Kelowna store for the position of…

Sales Professional Requirements: x Superior interpersonal, communication and relationship skills x Must be able to multi-task in a high paced environment x Maintain positive attitude x Ability to work well in a team environment Ashley Furniture HomeStore offers an excellent salary and beneﬁts package. This position is year round, full-time and reports to the Director of Sales and Kelowna Store Manager. Qualiﬁed applicants interested in joining our “family” organization are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter by mail to hr@afhsbc.com or by fax 250861-9312 to the attention of Human Resources. Cut-off date for taking applications is January 25th, 2010. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. NO phone calls please.

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ESTHETICIAN Req’d. “Spa Pure” is opening it’s 2nd. location in Kelowna & req’s. Estheticians. Ph: 1-778-241-1776 for appt. or email resume to: spapurekelowna@live.ca

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GENERAL VINEYARD LABOURERS needed @ Gray Monk Winery, Lake Country to start work Feb. 1st, 2010. Candidates must be willing to work out doors and in all seasonal conditions. On the job training provided. Starting wage $9.25/hour, approx 40-50 hours per week. Please fax resume to 250-766-3390. NEED Farm Worker, $9.14/hr, 7days/wk, March 1-Dec 15. 250-869-2371 Jass Bassi. Harsh Bassi Orchards ORCHARD Worker req’d. Pruning, thinning & picking. March-Oct. $9.14/hr. 860-9737

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NEW YEAR NEW CAREER! Kelowna company is looking for hard working individuals. Must be 18+ yrs of age. No experience necessary. Must be able to start immediately. Good opportunities for career minded people. Training provided for chosen applicants. $2,500+/Mo. Performance Guarantee.

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For application instructions and a detailed job description, please go to http://web.ubc.ca/okanagan/facultystaff/ prospective/staff-recruit.html. UBC is one of BC’s Top 55 Employers. Find out why were an employer of choice for more than 19,000 faculty, staff and student employees at www.ubc.ca

SPLATSIN - Social Housing Clerk Hours: Full Time. Wages: Commensurate with experience. Qualiﬁcations: Knowledge of rental/tenancy agreements, also INAC and CMHC agreements. Ability to monitor construction projects, understanding of contracts. Skills: Computer/ﬁling and accounting, good people skills, and valid drivers license and reliable transportation. Closing Jan. 29, 2010 Email: suzanne_shiner@splatsin.ca

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Help Wanted ATTN: Wanted 33 Overweight People! WE PAY YOU for lbs you lose on our program! Call Candace 1-877-264-4713 Full time car cleaner for nights and weekends. Competitive wage and benefits. Must have valid drivers licence. Bring resumes to National Car Rental counter at Kelowna airport. LOOKING TO make excellent money? Love jewelry? Want to work flexible hours? I have the answer for you! Contact me for more information karenaobrien @shaw.ca Great for stay at home moms too! PROJECT MANAGER for road construction work in Northern Alberta. CET or direct experience preferred. For more info or to apply, visit www.southrock.ca or fax 403-568-1327 TAX Preparer/Bookkeeper wanted for Kelowna office FT/PT positions. Min 2yrs tax prep exp of profile software and Simply Accounting an asset. Please send resume to agtax@hotmail.com

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Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services EVEREST Indian Restaurant now hiring Curry and Tandoori cook full time, 5yrs exp., $18/hr. Also hiring P/T & F/T waitress w/bartending experience (3-5yrs). Drop resume 2430 Main St. Westbank. MANTEO Resort Waterfront Hotel & Villas Housekeeping Manager Manteo Resort is seeking a career minded, dynamic team player with high energy and a passion for service excellence. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years Housekeeping management experience in the hotel/resort industry. Please send your resume and cover letter to: Human Resources, Manteo Resort, 3762 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 3L4 Fax (250) 860-5852 or email to: hr@manteo.com

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Security DOWNTOWN Kel. Nightclub looking for Doormen. Security Workers License an asset. Apply in person to Gotcha Nightclub 238 Leon, 250-860-0800

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Mind Body Spirit Growers Supply Company Limited is a thriving horticultural supply business with 6 sales outlets throughout the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. We are currently in need of a driver for our 10 ton van and trailer. Class I, with air, and a clean driving record are required. This position is full time/seasonal. There is a fair amount of over-time required through the spring and early summer. The driver is home every night. Medical, dental and pension plans are available through the company. Applicants must be neat and possess a positive approach to customer service. This position is based out of Kelowna and travels a service area generally from Kamloops to the US border to Grand Forks in the east. Please send resume and driver’s abstract c/o General Manager, Growers Supply Company Limited, 2605, Acland Rd., Kelowna, B.C. V1X 7J4. Position available immediately.

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Martial Arts

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BAYSHORE Home Health one of Canada’’s 50 Best Managed Companies - has been helping Canadians since 1966. Our dedicated staff provide nursing, personal care, housecleaning and companionship services. Until Feb. 15, book your ﬁrst 2 hrs of service and receive 2 hrs free of charge. Ph. 250-717-7528 or kelowna@bayshore.ca. MARY-LIN’’S Senior’’s Home Care. I’’m a Practical Nurse who gives tender loving care. I do Personal Care, Household Duties, Cooking, Errands or Outings!! Call (250)808-0830

CASE Studies needed. Our students are ready for Manicare, Pedicare, Reﬂexology & Massage. Call 250-868-3114 naturalhealthcollege.com

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Carpet Cleaning BONDED & Insured Carpet Cleaning. $60/4rms & hall extra $10/rm. 250-681-4245 Jeff

Cleaning Services BEST Premium quality clean. Making U house proud. NuMaid,250-215-1073, 491-8177 CLEANING Service, move in or out, one time, forclosure, PT, ofﬁces. Over 20yrs exp., ﬂexible, no contract. 778-753-1356

Education/Trade Schools

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Concrete & Placing OKANAGANS Concrete Specialists. For all your concrete needs & services. Free est & consulting. Call 250-451-6944

Contractors ALL WEST DEMOLITION Ltd. All types of demolition. Free estimates. Call 250-808-0895 WENINGER CONST. Family company commited to Kelowna & Big White. 250-765-6898

Countertops CUSTOMROCKCOUNTERS. COM. YEAR END TAX CREDIT GRANITE SALE. 36SQ’’ WITH UNDERMOUNT SINK, $2599. 250-870-1577, 763-8303 SHOWROOM: 1115 GORDON DR. REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.

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Drywall

#1DRYWALL, Taping, Texturing. Small jobs welcome. Call Mark 30yrs exp.250-869-6233 DRYWALL SERVICES & Repairs New work & reno work. 30? exp. Framing, Bording, Taping, Texture. Ken212-9588 GARRY’’S DRYWALL, Taping & Texturing, Boarding, Lg. & Sm. jobs 250-215-0517. GARRY’S DRYWALL, Taping & Texturing. Large & Small jobs welcome, 250-215-0517 PESL DRYWALL Service Inc. Renovations, new construction and repairs. Boarding, taping, textured ceilings. Call Tomas at 250-212-4483 or 860-3495. WAL TEK Drywall & Renos, board, tape, texture & paint. From new homes to small renos, for a free estimate call Guenther, 250-878-0528

Electrical

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Countertops

Computer Services 12/7 A MOBILE COMPUTER TECH. Certiﬁed computer technician, virus removal, repairs, upgrades. Let me come to you. 250-717-6520. 12/7 In-Home Repairs. New Systems/Upgrades. 20? Prof. Service. Peter 215-4137 HOME and business Computer Support. Repairs, upgrades, networking, wireless, software installations, security, data recovery, spyware and virus removal. Web design and hosting. Resonable rates. Pat 250-470-1157

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ALAN Dignam Electric. Service/ additions / reno’’s. Licensed, bonded & insured. 30yrs exp. Alan, 250-808-6595 A&S ELECTRIC. Resid/Comm Wiring. New constr, renov. & service changes. lic’’d & bonded. Steve 864-2099 (cont #90929) BEST Choice Electrical Contracting, sm. jobs, service changes/upgrades, 215-1646 D. FRANCIS Electrical Ltd. Quality/Dependable Service. Fully ins’d. Lic#91625. 317-6843 JRS ELECTRIC: Fully licensed. From new builds & renos to service calls. Call today, 250-448-6510

Excavating & Drainage

KRENNY’’S EXCAVATING. Exc/bobcat serv., Sewer HU’’s, UG Utils, Bsmts, Footings, Backﬁlling, Drvwys, Lndscp, Retaining Walls. Rubber track exc w/blade. Est’’s, Fully Ins. Kory 451-9095, 869-9125 Serving Kelowna, Westside, Lake Country

Floor Reﬁnishing/ Installations

1ST Class Floors. Quality installs of tile/hardwood/laminate Great Rates. Dave 826-6732

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

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Lawn & Garden

Home Improvements

DIGGINOLES N SHIFTINSTUFF. Pickup & delivery service. Rubbish & recycling removed. Landscape, building supplies & Hay delivered, small equipment transferred. 1ton pickup, 14ft Dump trailer & 20ft Flat bed trailer. Yes we work weekends!! For quality work at reasonable rates, phone Ian 250-864-2339

ROSTKA ENT. Ltd. Complete int/ext. reno’’s. Carpentry, drywall, painting, bsmt, decks & more. Lic’’d & Insured. BBB Accred. Call: Rob 878-8049. ofﬁce 764-5449. STUDZ Renovations Carpentry, Plumbing, Elect., Drywall, Decks, Tile, 250-317-8275 THE Old Pro’’s, Licence & Insured, Reno’’s, Remodeling etc. Barry @ 250-826-2599 WOODLAKE COUNTERTOPS. Counter-tops In-stock. Kitchen Cabinets. Cutting & Finishing Services. Flat lay & Cabinetry. 250-300-6980

Handypersons

ANTHONY’’S Mobile Workshop. Repairs & reno’’s. 25yrs Exp Senior Disc. 317-9876 HANDYMAN for rent. Art Krauza, hm: 250-765-0286, cell: 250-718-4340 HIGH Caliber Const. Repair, Replace, Remodel Reno., Dan sm jobs. 864-0771 30 yrs. exp. TERRY’’S RENOVATIONS & Handyman Service. For all your reno’’s, repairs & odd jobs. Charge by hour/job. Exterior/interior painting, baseboards, ﬂooring, carpentry & loads to dump. No job too small. Free estimates. 250-450-6939, 250-575-4258

Hauling & Salvage SMALL Hauls. Truck for hire. Yard Waste, Small Moves, Boats, Etc. Call 250-864-0696

Heat, Air, Refrig. FURNACE’S Fireplace’s Hot Water Tanks & Gas Fitting. Call Tony @ 250-863-8567 SOMMERFELD Heating A/C, Install & Repair Heat Pumps, F/P, Gas Fitting Lic. 215-6767 SOUTHERN BC Heating & Air Conditioning. Over 30yrs exp. Call 250-681-3869

Home Improvements ACRYLIC Tub Liners & wall installations. Tub to shower conversions. Renovations by Well Built Construction. Call 826-BATH (2284) ADDITIONS, finished bsmts, kitchen & bth reno’’s, tile, hrwd & laminate flooring. Drywall, painting. Ext/int finishing. Call 250-870-3187 CHIPSTER’’S GEN. Contracting.250-826-0091 aghoce@tel lus.net, Household Renovation

ER Renovations- Reliable & Exc. service. No job too small. Ernie 765-0879 Rick 765-3553 INTERIOR Finishing & Reno’’s. No Job too small, Install & Repairs. Drywall, Plumbing, Doors/Win, Baseboards, Cab., Kitchens, Bthrms, 859-2787 MARAINE Construction, 30 yrs. Exp. Complete Home Building/Reno’’s.250-300-4657 NATURAL WOOD FLOORING Fir, Hemlock & Pine www.rouckbros.com Rouck Bros. Lumby, BC 1-800-960-3388

Home Repairs

Misc Services

Plumbing

Snowclearing

Ron Marchand

DREGER Mechanical 20yrs exp. Plumbing, Gasﬁtting, Repairs, Reno’’s. 24hr. 575-5878.

ANYWHERE, Anytime, fully licensed, insured and owner operated snow removal. Available for both residential and commercial lots in Kelowna and area. Including Big White, Vernon & Penticton. Flexibility with leaving machine and equipment on site. Contract hourly and ﬂat rates available. Equipment used: -232bCat Skidsteer with 6-Way Plow blade and 2 buckets - 1 ton 4x4 plow truck with 4-way hydraulic western snow blade/ Contact Heath at 250-575-5740 anytime day or night for a free estimate. TREMBLAY’’S EXCAVATING Snow plowing, sanding, comm snow blower. Ins’’d. 979-8033

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BATHROOM RENO’’S. Plumbing Repairs. Bathrooms By Gemini 862-6991, 764-0189 MARYANNE’’S Kitchen Design. Call 250-317-7523 QUALITY GRANITE, Let the Beauty of Nature Inspire Your Home, Update Your Kitchen with Quality Granite Countertops @ Affordable Prices. Free In-home Estimate Serv. 250-878-7040 Call Joe.

Landscaping ASPEN LANDSCAPING. Spring clean up, aerating, pruning, etc. 250-317-7773. DIGGINOLES N SHIFTINSTUFF. Pickup & delivery service. Rubbish & recycling removed. Landscape, building supplies & Hay delivered, small equipment transferred. 1ton pickup, 14ft Dump trailer & 20ft Flat bed trailer. Yes we work weekends!! For quality work at reasonable rates, phone Ian 250-864-2339

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

Masonry & Brickwork WILDSTONE Masonry- Stone Fireplaces and Exteriors- Call Greg for est. (250)826-6989 wildstone@shaw.ca

Classiﬁeds Work!

Rooﬁng & Skylights TEAM GERMAN MASTER ROOFER Experienced in all kinds of rooﬁng. New, Reroof & Repair, European Quality 2 yrs. Warranty. Call Steffen C#: 863-8224 W#:778-754-1015 Master & Visa cards welcome

Rubbish Removal

SMALL household & yard repairs. Seniors friend! Free estimates. Call 250-826-5627

Kitchen Cabinets

KOSKI PLUMBING, Heating & Gas Fitting. Gas ﬁreplace service installs, hot water tank replacement, furnace service & replacement. Repairs, reno’’s. Residential, commercial. Bonded & insured. Call Troy, 250-718-0209

Moving & Storage

✔ AAA Best Rates Moving $59?. “Why Pay More” Short/Long Distance. Free Est. Res/Comm, 861-3400 DAN-MEL MOVING. 16’’ One ton 7x12 Trailer. Local/Long Haul. Bonded/Insured. Dan 215-0147/250-766-1282. FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance throughout 2009. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687 NORTH END Moving Services Local/Long Distance welcome, Truck returning empty fr. Calgary Jan. 30th, “Discount”, Free Estimates 250-470-9498

Painting & Decorating 100% A-1 Satisfaction! RICKS PAINTING. $399. 3 room Special. Call Rick 250-863-2302 100% AFFORDABLE Painting Exp, quality. Int Paint/ceilings. Winter Specials. Terry 863-9830 or 768-1098 4 FAMILY Owned since 1974. NOW MY SON and DAUGHTER ARE LEARNING THE TRADE. 29 YEAR Tradesman Painter. Reasonable rates, insured, references. FREE estimates and Advice. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED. Ken! (250)717-7569 idealhomepainting@shaw.ca COLOR CONSULTATIONS. Interior Re-paints, Reno’’s Custom Blinds, Diane 212-6128

‘#1 - BBB Kelowna Junk Removal Ltd. (1998) Scrap metal, wood, appls, etc. House, yard, building site, rental properties, renovations, etc. WCB Coverage. Lrg 3/2/1 & 1/2ton trucks 718-0992 or 861-7066 kelownajunkremoval.com 250-808-0733 SKYHIGH DISPOSAL Junk Removal fr. $75., Bin Rentals fr. $125.

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

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

DALE’’S PAINTING Service. Painting Kelowna a better place since 1982, 862-9333

Misc Services

PAINTER With many yrs. experience, needs work, free est. have ref’s. Call 250-861-6801

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

VASKEZ Painting. New homes & re-paints. Affordable, quality & reliable we guarantee our work 250-718-3407 Doug

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

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

Tree Services 1-1 All Exterior Hedge & Tree Service. All types of pruning & removing. Fully Insured. Dave 250-212-1716.

Pets

Adorable Chuihuahua cross Minpin puppies, ready to go to their forever homes. $399. 250-309-3065.

PUREBRED Bichon puppies, both male & female, 1st shots, dewormed, litter trained, microchipped for identiﬁcation, wonderful family pets w/great disposition. 250-832-4923.

Bull dogs (English) female, pet quality, red & white, CKC reg. born Oct. 9/09, micro chipped, all shots incl. For more info call (250)309-7115 Bullmastiff X American Bulldogs for sale. There are 3 females left, and already have ﬁrst shots and dewormed. They are dark brindle. Please contact us at 250-549-6806, anytime of the day. **FREE LOVING CAT** Sadly, the owner is too old and no longer able to care for her. She is a calm, gentle, indoor cat of about 13 years. She is used to living with adults and will make a ﬁne companion for an older person. Call 250-762-9361

Buy, Rent, Sell!

Feed & Hay Feeder hay. Round bales $160 ton. Delivery available. 250-838-6630. FIRST crop alfalfa & second crop alfalfa. Sm. square bales. Armstrong 250-546-3371.

GRASS hay for sale, $7/bale, 70-80lb bales. Call 250-7647372 *HAY SALES GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763.

Pets

Building Supplies

Male Puggle pups, home raised w/TLC for loving disposition. Can view mom, dad, & sons. $600 vaccinated. 250-308-1883.

Auctions

AND ESTATE

AUCTION SUNDAY, JANUARY 24TH For the start tart of the New Year, Antique Imports will be selling by Public Auction an assortment of Antique & Collectables from local collectors and estates. This auction will host many one-of-a kind antiques, period pieces and collectible smalls. PARTIAL LIST INCLUDES: 1920’s marble top mahogany dental cabinet from Enderby, early Canadiana oak mirror back dressers, substantial heavy Nova Scotian pine 8-piece dining room suite, Victorian detailed oak bookcase, vintage upholstered sofa and chair set, Victorian oak gate-leg table with 6 matching Victorian chairs, early oak ﬁling cabinet, attractive 3-piece brown leather sofa and chair set, beautiful marble coffee table, outstanding c1850 signed J. Pradier bronze ﬁgurine, pair of Hallmarked, sterling silver candelabras, 14kt white gold antique style 0.40ct Blue Sapphire and Diamond ring (appraised at $2,000.00), selection of area carpets, pictures and prints, Victorian stained glass windows and selection of tasty boxed lots plus so much more… This is a partial list only! Viewing to be held in our Vernon Showrooms.

Tiny Chihuahua puppies, 6 wks, tender loving nature. $1,000. 250-308-8614.

VIEWINGS:

Rubbish Removal

SALE TIME:

3FTJEFOUJBM $PNNFSDJBM $BMM 250-718-4548

Appliances

BRAND new White, FF, 18cu Inglis fridge, 67”Hx29”W. 1 full year warrenty. $675. 765-6104 * WINTER CLEARANCE SALE ON NOW Save an extra 30-50% off our low priced items! Selling scratch & dent Brand names you can trust. Prices that can’t be beat. Come in & check us out. SMART CHOICE LIQUIDATORS. 3124 30th Ave, Downtown Vernon 250-549-5010. Unit #4-2720 Hwy 97N, Kelowna, 250-712-9855.

WHARE House sale, exotic bamboo hardwoods, Oak and maple engineered plank flooring, only high end products, 25 year warranty. you will no find these prices in stores. call 250-814-9663 or email sales@ rockymountainflooring.com

Equestrian WANTED: 3 horse angle haul aluminum trailer (newer years) Call 250-492-8087

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Pets

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday thru Saturday 9:00 AM ‘til sale time Sunday 1:00 PM Sunday, January 24th

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SALES & SERVICE DIRECTORY JUNK REMOVAL

Kelowna Junk Removal Ltd. (1998)

House/Yard/Building Sites/Rental Properties/ Renovations/Etc. “We Service just about any kind of clean-up”

Scrapmetal/wood/appliances/etc. *W.C.B. Coverage kelownajunkremoval.com Large 3/2/1 & 1/2 Ton Trucks Excellent Reputation & Excellent Service. Cell 250-718-0992 / 250-861-7066 / Member of Kelowna Chamber of Commerce

TREE REMOVAL

PAINTING AFFORDABLE PAINTING

BATHROOMS

MOVING

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

North End Moving Services

GEMINI BATHS 250-862-6991 WWW.KELOWNABATHROOMS.COM

RENOVATIONS STUDZ RENOVATIONS

Local or Long Distance Polite & Professional

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

PLUMBING

XCEL PLUMBING

CARPENTRY PLUMBING DRYWALL ELECTRICAL TILE WORK CONCRETE KITCHEN CABINETS LICENCED, INSURED

Irrigation, Gas Fitting and Drain Cleaning. Commercial, residential and renovations. Service and hot water tanks.

COUNTERTOPS RUBBISH REMOVAL REPAIR & RENOVATIONS

ELECTRICAL

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

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

WOODLAKE COUNTER-TOPS

PHONE BOB

COUNTERTOPS IN STOCK

250-765-2789 anytime

KITCHEN CABINETS CUTTING & FINISHING SERVICES, FLAT LAY & CABINETRY

250-300-6980

YARD CLEAN-UPS RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL OGO-GROW & BARK MULCH DELIVERY APPLIANCE PICK UPS-RECYCLE

Pgr: 250-861-0303 25 Years of Satisfied Customers

250-317-8275

Call Clint, 250-575-3839

ANTHONY’S MOBILE WORKSHOP

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

Call 250-317-9876

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

LANDSCAPING

ASPEN LANDSCAPING LTD

Book now for landscape projects, retaining walls, aerating, power raking, pruning, etc. Spring cleanup,

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

SNOW REMOVAL & EXCAVATING

TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATING LTD.

• Plowing & sanding • Comm snowblower • Trucks w/plows & bobcats • Landscaping CELL: (250) 979-8033 BUS: (250) 861-1500

CONSTRUCTION

FLOORING

765-6898

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

Weninger CONSTRUCTION

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Furniture

Misc. for Sale

$500 & Under

Houses For Sale

6PC Cherry sleigh bdrm set. Queen bed, dresser, mirror, chest, 2 night stands. New!! Still boxed. Worth $5000, Sell $1695 Can deliver. call 1250-550-6648, 250-550-6647 BRAND new Sectional couch with ottoman, microﬁber (2 colors to choose from) $899 call 1-250-550-6647

2006 BEACHCOMBER HOTTUB 6 Person, Energy Efficient, LED Light, Reflex Foot Massage, Maintenance Free Skirting, New Cover, Cover Remover. 250-549-4466 or cell 250-540-2569 $6500 ALL STEEL BUILDING SALE! Unprecedented Low Prices. Reduced Deposits. Various sizes and shapes. Canadian Manufacturer Direct. For the BEST & LOWEST call Pioneer Steel Manufacturers. 1-800-668-5111 ext 170 for free brochure. AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, sulfur, smell, manganese from well water. Since 1957. Phone 1-800-BIG IRON; www.bigirondrilling.com DECORATIVE STONE PANELS “EasyROCK” the Beauty of stone without the mason; Easy Installation: Light Weight: R-4.5 Value: Built Green: A-1 Fire Rating: 604-248-2062; www.jmcomprock.com FAR-INFRARED SAUNAS: Demo Blow-out models starting at $599. Therapeutic Saunas with the Crystal Heaters Everyone is talking about. FREE shipping, Set-Up & Trial Sessions. 1-888-239-9999 Show Room Kelowna. www.SOLARUSsauna.com FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS Durable, Dependable, Pre-Engineered, All-Steel Structures. Custom-made to suit your needs and requirements. Factory direct affordable prices. Call 1-800-668-5111 ext 170 for free brochures. HOME PHONE RECONNECT Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid long distance specials! Feature package specials! Referral program! Don’t be without a home phone. Call to connect NOW! 1-866-287-1348 MOVING SALE. Baby items, bdrm., livrm, kit., dinrm, more 7days/wk. 250-870-8205 NEW NORWOOD SAWMILLS Lumbermate-pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cyclesawing increases efficiency up to 40% www.norwoodsawmills.com/400OT - FREE information: 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT

Steel arched building, 35x70, still in crate. Call for info (250)546-6114

SOLID Oak Antique Dining Rm. table, sideboard, 4chairs ex. cond. $450. 250-763-9200

Misc. Wanted

Acreage for Sale

MUST SELL. Fixer Uppers, Foreclosures & Distress sales. Free list w/pics MacDonald Rlty www.KelownaDistressSale.info

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

2 ﬂat grassy acres in Willowbrook, w/5yr old Modular home in excellent cond. New 2 stall barn, directly across from Community riding ring & private park w/miles of trails. $329,000 250-498-2082 READY to build on this 3 acres in Whitevale area, Lumby. Flat, few trees, drilled well. Gas/hydro to driveway. Price $245,000 GST.obo. 250-547-6932.

Farm Equipment 135 Massey Ferguson diesel tractor, allied loader, blade & chains. 250-260-4400.

Free Items BEIGE Pillowback Hide-a-bed, double, Older 7-drawer solid wood Vanity needs reﬁnishing, 250-765-2030 FREE: Baby crib, dresser/ change table, light wood. Piano organ w/music book. Call 250-768-1360

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Garden Equipment WANTED: Old Lawn & Garden Tractors. Running or not. Call Ken in Vernon, 250-503-2177

SOLID wood bureau with mirror & six drawers, good cond., Call 250-765-3173

Heavy Duty Machinery

Firewood/Fuel

5000LB Datsun Forklift, on propane, numatic tires, excellent shape, runs perfect. $3995. LIQ CENTRE, 3251 Sexsmith Rd. D8165. 250-491-1227

BLOW Out Price. $79.95. Heaping P/U. Dry Pine, some Fir. Delivered. 250-575-4574

CLEAN, barkless, Douglas Fir, split, 1/2 cord, $50 incl tax. Call Shoreline Pile Driving @ (250)769-7694.

Misc. for Sale DO YOU NEED LARGE AMOUNTS OF FREE FILL? (250)307-3839 Dacron Enterprises LTD.

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BOOK YOUR AD TODAY (250) 763-7114 MCKENZIE Ridge: Fully ﬁnished 3 bed den, 2 full bath and 1 bedrm suite, all appliances, c/a, landscaped & u/g irrig, 2 decks, double garage. $489,900. 778-753-2400 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.

2 BD, 2 BA, BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED TOWNHOUSE IN GATED COMMUNITY IN LOWER MISSION. CLUBHOUSE WITH POOL. VERY PRIVATE PATIO THAT BACKS ONTO CREEK. VAULTED CEILINGS, 3 SKYLIGHTS, LOTS OF UPGRADES. A MUST SEE AT $369,000. FOR APPOINTMENT CALL 250-762-0678.

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Shop from home! $100 & Under COMPLETE set of Oprah’s Book Club books (67) $100 obo. 250-869-1527 DEHUMIDIFIER for sale. Excellent shape. $75. 250-4488596 MEDI Wheel Chair, battery operated $100. 250-763-0531

$200 & Under BEAUTIFUL Broyhill pine Entertainment unit, in 2 sections, w/4 drawers 42”Wx75”H $200.obo. 250-765-6261 COMPUTER Chair, $30. 250-765-6261 COMPUTER System, WIN XP, Internet ready, excellent condition, $200. 869-2363 Kel FOR sale. 1 good treadmill, $200 obo. 250-764-7372 TRAILER Chaiss (U-Bilt) 15” wheels, Heavy Duty springs, $200.Apply 1310 Creekside rd

$300 & Under 30Gal. Aquarium, 20 ﬁsh, supplies, stand, spare parts, $250. 1310 Creekside Road COMPUTER LAPTOP, WIN XP, internet, excellent condition, $300. 250-869-2363 (Kel) TEAK Hutch & buffet. Excellent condition. $150/piece. Call 250-764-8381 WHITE Fridgidaire self-clean stove. $230 (250)491-8177

Apt/Condos for Sale 1BD. Near downtown. Utils incl, wd, prking, np, ns. Senior building. $725. 250-878-0136 Condo in newer Lake Country development, 2bdrm, 2bath 842 sq.ft 6appl, Pool, Gym, Hottub, Lounge Move in Now $269,900 and save the GST Contact 250-550-0399 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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NEW Homes in Sol Terra Ranch! Full basement, double garage, loads of upgrades & zoned for a secondary suite! Homes starting from $200,000 ! Sol Terra office now open. Visit our show homes now or call Lake Country Modular, located next to the SRI Winfield factory. Call 1-866-766-2214. www.LCMhomes.com THINKING OF SELLING? For a confidential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.

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Mobile Homes & Parks 20 Minutes from Orchard Park Drive by 64A McCulloch Heights

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Townhouses

Apt/Condo for Rent

Homes for Rent

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.

2 bdrm, Downtown, beside creek, newly renod, 5 appliances, utilities & cable incl $1095/month 250-862-4529 2 br 2 bthr new quality condo in desirable Old Glenmore, Check www.centrepointkelow

1BD Cottage, very quiet, in park-like setting along Mission Crk. KLO area, sing. prof. pref. 1 person only, ns, ndogs, cat?, $725.mo. +pwr., 250-762-6627 1BD, Ellison. FS, WD, avail immed. NS, NP, $750 utils. DD & ref’’s. 250-765-5208 1bd House for rent, kitchen & 1bth, good view, on farm. $650+uitls. 250-863-0507 225 Murray Cres. 2bd, 2bth, hrwd fls, $1200 utils incl. NS. Call 250-495-7084 2.5BD, Mission. np/ns/nd. Mature couple/retired. $1200/mo +util. ref’’s. LM (250)764-1237 2BD, 1bth full house w/lrg fenced yard, pool & fireplace, avail immed, NP, NS, DD req’d. $1100. 250-717-7298 2BD, 2ba, avail now or later until June 30th. Fully furn’’d & equip’d newer house Upper Mission. Panoramic view of lake OK. $1800.utils incl. Ref’’s. Dog neg. Call 764-4946 2BD House, Knox Mnt. Fenc’d yard, workshed, NS. Near lake $1150. Call 250-762-2753 2BD. Priv. fenced yrd. w/view. Carport. f/s, $950 +util. Avail. Now. 250-491-9340 2-BEDROOM, 5-Appliances, Deck, Pet OK $1150 OR 3Bedroom, 2-Baths, 6-Appliances, Family Room, Fireplace, Patio, Garage, $1400. 250-860- 1961 Register Online www.homefinders.ca 3BD 2bath, main flr house, Rutland, close to bus, 1600 sqft, school & Macs store, Avail. Now. ns, np, $1100.+ 50%utils. 250-575-0940 3BD. Feb. 1st. top flr., hotub, fenced yrd, nice view, Blk. Mtn. $1100, ref’’s, no dogs, 250-681-9086 3BD Home, 1bth, on orchard, S.E. Kelowna $1600+utils. Feb 15/March 1. 250-317-5871 3BD House, NS, NP, Dec 1., Rutland Upper Bench, call 250- 765-9575 3BD Mobile hm. on Crawford area acreage, rm. for horse or ??, recent reno’s. Avail. Feb. 1. $1100.mo. 250-878-3111 3BDR house near hospital, fen’’d yard, carport, sundeck, laundry, non smoking, no pets, mature adults, ref’’s. $995. 250-801-9900 3BDRM GLENROSA Area. $1575mo???. Available Jan 1st. NO PETS. 250-8699788 or 250-491-3345 3BDRM., Living rm, kitchen, 1.5bth up stairs. 1 computer rm down st. (250)860-2930 3BDRM, Winfield area, $1550 ?. NO PETS. Avail Dec 1 or sooner. Overlooks Wood Lake on East side. Close to schools. Call 250-869-9788 or 250-491-3345 3BD. Springvalley area, cls. to shop/bus 5-appl, deck, share utils., $1195. 250-868-9059 3BD, Winfield Home, no bsmt, 6appl, AC, deck, Avail Feb 1. NS, NP, $1250., utils. 250-766-3395 Home 4BD. COUNTRY Living hme, np, ns, quiet mature cpl., ref’s. $1400.mo quiet area 765-5656 4BDRM, 3bth, W.Kel., New Paint, Carpets, Appls. Wood FP. $1700/mth. Fax Application & Ref’’s: 1-604-909-0272 $500 move in allowence, large 4bd house + bonus rm, 1.5bth, lrg deck, FS, DW, micro, CA, ug sprinklers, shr’d lndry, priv yard, quiet street. NS, NP. $1695 incl utils. 1-250-3713382 or 250-317-5122 5 Houses/Suites Lakeview Heights view, duplex,start 1bdrm $500, 3 bdrm $1,200 & 6 bdrm $ 2,500 (Util, Pets Furniture Term) neg Jim 769-3123 AVAIL now, immaculate, 2bdrm rancher, sunroom/den, all appl. gas f/p, ac, lrg.lot, single garage, newer paint & flooring, located on Westside of Kelowna in Fintry a rural lake community, 35mins to either downtown Kelowna or downtown Vernon. $1300/mo. R.R. Kristi 1-604-862-8039, email kristip@telus.net BRIGHT, Spacious, 1800sq’ 3bd, 2bth house, quiet street, Capri/Springfield area. WD, FS & DW. $1250+utils. NS, NP, avail Feb 1st. 250-860-4012 or email ynot_lnagy@hotmil.com for info CLEAN 3bd bsmt, quiet area, FS, NS couple/sm. family, Sm. pet neg., $1250.mo. 861-5757 EXEC. New w/o Bungalo, 4bd, hrdwd, SS appl, 5mins to DT, amazing lakeview. $2450. Call 250-769-2099

EXCEPTIONAL Lakefront character hme: Lwr. Mission, priv. country garden setting. 4BD. 3ba., part. furn’d., outdoor ammens., boatslip, 12mos. rental, mature cple. pref., ns, np, $2950.mo. Avail. Feb. or Mar. 1-403-390-0190. FULLY furn’’d. 1bd house on acreage near Kelowna, all utils & cbl incl. Avail immed. Quiet, mature tenants only. $850. 250-861-8907, 250-317-2546 GUEST House for Rent Ready Feb. 15th. 2 bdrm/den, 2 baths, W/D, F/S, Dishwasher; Hwy 33E. near Joe Rich Hall. $1,000/mo. pluse utilities. No Pets. 250-765-8675/moonshine@telus.net PEACHLAND Rancher, 3bd. +den Semi waterfrt, $1450, 5appl, ref’s 1-604-856-2391 WANT TO OWN? HAVE YOUR RENT MONEY WORKING FOR YOU!!! RENT TO OWN, ALL AREAS, GENEROUS RENT CREDIT. NO QUALIFICATION. FREE INFO www.okanaganleaseoption.com WHY Rent When You Can Own? Pymts As Low As You Have Now! Good Credit? Steady Job? See how easy it is! M. Gidden, MacDonald Rlty kelownaﬁrsttimebuyers.com

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

Apt/Condo for Rent

1BD. 1880 Pandosy, senior building, NP, NS, all utils & WD incl. Avail immed. 250-878-0136 1BD. Ask about our signing bonus, incl. heat, np, clean, safe, quiet enviroment, cls. to bus/lake/shops, pls. call Heather 250-763-7955 1BD +den, brand new, 2ba, 6th flr. units in Madison, 1pkng, gym access, ns, np, only adults need apply, 6mos. lease req’d, Feb. 1, $1500.mo. 604-375-2352, 250-317-8178 1BD. Lg. condo DT Kel., FS, WD, DW, AC. cvr’d. prkng., $850mo.Calvin,250-878-8650 1BD or 2bd, avail immed. Quiet, secured, updated building located in DT area. Walking dist to shopping. Culteral district, Waterfront Park, bus route. Incl FS, DW. Building amenities include beautiful landscaped courtyard, laundry room & covered secure prking. Price starts at $800. Special Offer for Jan. & Feb. Call Jagoda for info @250-762-0571 1BD Suite $750. & Bachelor suite $650. +elec. DT Kel., f/s, coin w/d, parking, 869-1506 1st MONTH FREE - 1 BDRM: DW, W/D hook-ups. Spectacular lakeviews. Award winning gardens. 1/2 blk to Gyro beach, bus & Mission Park shops. Indoor pool, hot tub & fitness center. $895-$985. No pets. 3195 Walnut. 250-762-3455 www.thepalisade.ca 1st MONTH FREE - 2 BDRM 2 BATH: Deluxe top floor suite, vaulted ceiling, 330 sqft patio, balc, FP, walk-in closet, ensuite, DW, W/D hook-ups. Award winning gardens. 1/2 blk to Gyro Beach, bus & Mission Park shops. Indoor pool, hot tub & fitness centre. $1375. No pets. 3195 Walnut. 250-762-3455 www.thepalisade.ca 1st MONTH FREE - 2 BDRM: New reno, SS, granite, DW, W/D. Spectacular lakeviews. Award winning gardens. 1/2 blk to Gyro beach, bus & Mission Park shops. Indoor pool, hot tub & fitness center. $960-$1220. No pets. 3195 Walnut. 250-762-3455 www.thepalisade.ca 2BD, 1bth top suite, Old Ok Hwy, Westbank, priv WD, FS, fenced yard, pet/kids ok. $980 utils incl or 2bd, 2bth suite top of house, newly reno’d, Glenrosa Westbank, WD, FS, large cov’d deck, fnc’d yard, pet/kids ok, $1050 utils incl. 250-862-1181 2BD 2Ba, 2yrs old, w/d, f/s, dw, nr. sch/shops/prks. Rutland. Avail now. Reduc’d $1000 1st month 1/2 price 250-215-2843 2BD, 2 bth, 2 prking lots. Avail now. $985. Call 250-860-5613 Baron Rd. 2BD?, 2bth, 2 storey, 5appl, gas FP, AC, secure prking, NP, NS, avail immed. 250-763-6600, 250-878-5968 2BD & 3BD Newly reno’d, fireplace, hrwd, on Harvey near Richter. $1000. & $1100.util incl. Call 250-863-8320 2 BD. 45+ SUITE at Winchester Place, 3201 Richter St. in Kelowna’s Mission. Incl. 2 bthrms, W/D, balcony, strge. locker and u/g parking. Bright west-facing. Excllnt. neighbourhood. Across fr. SaveOn, Tim Hortons, banks, medical. Dbl. occ. max. No Smoking, No Pets. $930/mo. Avail approx Feb 1. Jim @ 250-762-8090 & 250-864-0079 2BD Condo for rent across from college, $1150?. NS, NP. Feb 1. 250-215-6758 2BD. ? Executive 1380sf. 7appl., on Shannon Lake Golf Course. $1200. 250-470-9384 after 5pm 2 BDRM, $975 hydro, f/s, NO PETS, on Rutland Rd. South, Belgo Area, on bus route, Avail. now. 491-3345 or 869-9788 (Cell) CAPRI Area, 2bd, 2bth, 6appl, bright crnr. unit, ns, np, fp avail immed. $1050. 250-764-1733

na.com, near Apple Bowl, Parkinson Rec, Downtown, cycl/walk route, Kel G & C Club & Orchard Park, top ﬂoor quiet side with nice mtn view, 11 ft c, granite ct, 6 SS appls, fp, tile and carpet, storage, sec ug heated parking, no smokers, small pet ok, good deal to right tenants at 1200 util, avail Feb 1st., 250-765-7170.

Avail Imm. Newer 2bdrm, 2bath condo. Lake Country NS/NP, close to amenities, bus route, 6appl, 1 u/g parking & storage. Gym, Pool, Hottub, Lounge. $1075. 250-550-0399 IMMEDIATELY available. two 1bd suites in quiet downtown location, 55+, $650-$750 + utils. Secured prking avail. Manager on site. Call 250-860-4056 for appointment to view LEGACY II in Rutland, 2Bd, 2ba. laundry rm. 6appl. ac, u/g prkng. incls. utils. $1100. 250-765-4654 & 250-808-4654

NEW, 2 beds, 2 full baths in Glenmore. Vaulted ceilings, wood/tile ﬂoors, stainless steel appliances, Washer/dryer & vacuum system included. Suitable for professional single or couple. Refs Req’d, N/S, pets negotiable. Feb. or March. $1295 868-8763 or nkalon@hotmail.com THUNDERBIRD/EVERGREEN APTS. 435/395 Franklyn Road, Kelowna. 1 and 2 bedroom suites, 3-appliances, AC, drapes, walk-in storage, underground secure parking, hot water included, Laundry facilities on site. Close to excellent shopping, major bus routes (excellent bus service to all campuses, Orchard Park Mall & downtown), theaters, medical facilities & restaurants. Rental incentives offered to qualiﬁed applicants. Call 250-762-5932 for appointment to view.

Apartment Furnished SHORT TERM Hospital respite for patients and family. New 1bd self contained suite, gorgeous lakeview, 5mins to DT/hospital. $57/night, weekly/monthly rates. 250-7699091

Commercial/ Industrial HWY 97N for lease 1acre of Industrial compounded yard, 250-765-3295 - 250-860-5239

Duplex / 4 Plex 1/2 DUPLEX, avail immed, 3 bdrms, 2 baths, garage, fenced yard, big sundeck, $1000. Westbank. 768-2627. 2BD, 1bth in orchard. $850 incl utils. 250-317-4810, 250-863-9737 2BD. WB 5plex, Creekside, f/s, w/d hk-up., np, clean, Feb. 1, $900.+utils, 250-717-7302 3BD. 3ba. & ensuite, Westside, priv. w/d, wood flr’s. vaulted ceilngs, grge, sm. pet $1450.mo. Avail Feb.15 orMar.1st, 707-0023 & 863-4218 3BD Duplex w/fs, wd, carport & storage shed, lg. crawl space, DT Westbank, $1200. Ref’’s. req. 250-707-1416 DUPLEX Downtown, 2 bd main, 2 bd down, 1.5 bath, NP, NS, DD $1400 + utils Call (250)765-6039. FEB 1st. 2bd mainflr in 4plex near OUC (KLO) FS, WD, AC, NP, NS, $950?. Newly reno’’d w/carpet. 250-717-3407 LRG 3bd, 2bth, 5appl, AC, w/garage, main flr fourplex. 624 Francis Ave. $1350 incl hydro. 764-0419, 764-3159. Avail Jan 15.

Mobile Homes & Pads NEWLY renovated 3bdrm, 2bth, mobile home, with large 12’’X36’’ deck. Fence, orchard setting, close to schools, shopping, on bus route. N/S, N/P, ref. req’’d, $1200/mth plus utilities. avail. immediately call 250-766-5460

Homes for Rent 1BD. Carriage Hse. nr. KGH, avail. Feb. 1 or 15, sing. person, ns, nprtys, pets?, 650sf., w/d, ac, $850.mo. 862-2453 3bd Farmhouse in Winﬁeld, $1250. Call 250-868-2767

Office/Retail AVAIL Feb 1st. 625sq’ office/retail space, grnd flr/street access. DT banking district. Priv washroom & 1 prking. Agatha, 250-769-7281 AVAIL NOW! 2nd flr office use at 1511 Sutherland Ave. Open concept w/private window offices. Sized at 707sf. & 926sf. Bae rent $8.50/per sf + common expenses. To view call Keith @ 250-448-6797 HWY 97 North, 1800sq’ of retail, 2100sq’ of Office/Retail for lease. Rutland area 250-7653295, 250-860-5239

Recreation Silver Star Luxury ski chalet. Real ski in/out, beautiful wood f/p, 4-bdrm, 3,000sqft, hot tub, n/s, n/p, (250)308-1917

Room & Board FULLY Furn’’d. rm. w/tv. PC access, everything provided, senior’s okay 250-491-7657

Rooms for Rent CLEAN Furn. rooms/suites DT Kel W/D utils incl $475+/mo, Quiet Male, 250-861-5757 FURN’D.Incl. w/d, int/ cbl. & utils. Female working or student, np, $400.&up 870-7183 LG. Furn’d. rm. cbl/wd, share kit/ba., DT cls. to amens. & lake, quiet area, student or working female only, $600. incl’s all. 250-860-4291 Lynn. SHARED accom upstairs, hrwd ﬂr, nice & clean, prefer male. $550. 250-862-6752

WITH ensuite, walk-in closet, Springvalley, cls. to bus/shops cbl/int, $550.util inc. sm. pet ok, 868-9150,1-250-832-5430

Shared Accommodation 1 Executive rm. in shared house. Lg. mod. bdrm. comp/int/TV all up to date, 1blk. fr. KLO campus, bus & shops $650.+dd, 763-2727 993 KLO Rd, fully furn’d apt suite, 2bd, own bth, priv shower, insuite lndry, 100meters to KLO college, main ent, own prking, near bus terminal, close to beach, banks, shopping, Save On Foods & Mission Park. $500+1/2 utils. Call 250-718-4562 Cov’d prking Westbank room for rent, priv bth, utils incl, $475. Ref’s. 250-769-8287 ENTIRE lower level, incl lrg familyrm, own bth, 1bdrm, shr’d kit/lndry only. $600. Avail immed. 250- 717-7022 FEB. 1, Upstairs suite, Rutland 2bdrm’s. avail., furn’d., inc. utils/cbl/int/ph. new reno, $500.mo. 250-807-2006 FURN’’D Bedroom, Rutland, NP/NS, $480 incl utils, cble, int, free lndry. 765-1633 LOOKING for quiet, kind, reliable NS person to share a 2 bdrm bsmt. suite. $450. Feb 1. 778-478-7783 Private bdrm semi-pri bth, quiet person, $475, everything incl. 1-888-492-2543 PRIVATE Living area shared kit. WB. $550 (250)487-7447 & 250-768-3659 lv. mess.

Shared Accommodation ROOMMATE to share house in north end. Cbl/int in lg. unfurn’d. rm. responsible ns, $500. utils incl. 860-5787

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1BD. Blk. Mtn. area $650.mo. elderly pref f/s, np, ns, Feb. 1st 250-469-2262 & 807-2207 1BD., Bright, Spacious, Updated, close to DT & bus, incl. f/s, w/d, ns, np, quiet, responsible tenant., recently updated. $700. incl utils. Avail. now 250-860-7694, 250-763-1222, 1BD bsmt suite, Rutland area. Sep ent, self contained, $750 incl utils. WD, NS, avail Feb 1st. 250-765-9879 1BD Carriage suite, N. Glenmore, avail immed, near bus & amens, all appl, $850 utils incl. Connie, 250-763-6864 eves. 1BD, Mission area, ns, nprtys, np, $785.mo. Mar. 1, ref’s. req’d. 764-4928 for interview. 1-BEDROOM, 4-Appliances, $750 Including Utilities, Cable & Internet OR 2-Bedroom, 5-Apppliances, Pet OK $850 Including Utilities. 250-8601961 Register Online www.homefinders.ca 1ST MONTH FREE - 1 BDRM ground floor suite: W/D, 1/2 blk to beach, bus & Mission Park shops. $650. 387 Meikle. 250-860-3982 2BD. 1ba. Rutland/McCurdy area, very clean bright, gr. lev., cvrd. patio, fncd. bckyrd, f/s, cent. air, b/i vac, u/g irrg., priv. prkng, nr. amens., share w/d, $900. util. NP, NS. Avail. Feb. 1, 250-491-4506. 2BD bsmt suite, nice & clean, 5min to UBC, utils incl, $775. Call 250-766-1314 or 250-718-1975. 2BD bsmt suite, NS, NP, no parties, close to UBCO & bus stop. $950 incl utils. DD req’d 778-753-1356 2BD. +Den, $950mo. nr. school & shopping crt. 380 Jan 15th, Hardie Rd. Rutland, 250-862-5756, 250-864-6810. 2BD Hosp. area, bright, fresh paint, new carpets, fp, $850.mo. call 250-470-1315 2bd legal suite, Rutland, $850+dd, cls to UBCO, NP, Feb 1st. 765-0695 & 215-9763 2bdm Winfield bsmt, priv ent., FS, NS, NP, avail Feb 1, $790 incl utils, DD. 250-766-3395 2BD, New, Bright nr Hosp. ns/np, laundry. Mature & resp. adults w/ref. $825/mo. Call 250-801-9900. 2BDRM bsmt avail now, $800 incl utils. NP, NS. Call 250-864-7404 2BDRM suite. $750 incl utils. Sep ent & lndry, near school & bus, newly reno’d. Call 250-317-8515 2 bdrm suite. Newly renovated. NS, Nparties, cat OK. $900mo utilites and cable inc. Avail Feb 1. Call Ryan 250-575-7168 2BD spacious, sep ent, shard lndry, uti+ sat incl. $950. Avail now. 250-448-5363/215-1378 2BD suite avail Feb 1/15 located in cul-de-sac in Glenmore, bright & very clean, sep ent., 2prking spaces, own WD insuite, beautiful backyard & bbq, NS, NP. $950 incl hydro & gas. 778-478-1323 3BDRM, S. Rutland. Very Spac. Reno’’d, Incl. New Kitchen. F/S, W/D. $1125 utils. Avail Jan. 15. (250)491-3188

3BDRM+ den, ground level entry, avail immed, close to hwy, school, bus, etc. $1400. 250-718-5160 AVAILABLE Feb 1. 2 bdrm bsmt suite on acreage in Belgo area. Very clean and bright. F/S/DW and W/D. Gas Fireplace. No smoking. No pets. $750 inc util. 250-491-0303. BACHELOR suite, E. Kelowna, June Springs Rd. Feb 1st utils incl, above grnd. $475. 250-764-2719 or cell 250-317-1049 after 5pm BLK Mnt area. 1bd, $650. 2bd, $725 utils incl. Sep ent, prking, ref’’s req’’d. Call Paul 250-765-7504.

BRAND new 2bd bsmt suite, priv lndry & patio, full appl, Winﬁeld, 15 mins to university, NS, NP. $1000 incl utils. Call Kyle 250-869-4542 BRIGHT, SPACIOUS suite in Ellison, near UBCO. Private parking. Shared Laundry. Can be furnished. Must see. $750. utilities incl. 250-864-2929

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2BD. DT. Share w/d, Avail. Feb. 1, $850. 10min. walk to Prospera. 765-0609

LOWER 2bd walk-out, N. Rutland home. $800 incl utils & WD. 1/2blk to transit & mins drive to UBCO. NP, NS. 250-765-5178 for info. LRG 3BD bsmt suite, avail Feb 1st. DT. Lndry, AC, NS, NP, close to school & hospital, $1300 utils incl. 250-717-1291, 250-878-7199 NEW bd, Incl cbl, int, $430. New 1bd suite incl cbl, int, $700. Call 250-491-4473 or 250-575-5070 SELF contained and private 1 Bedroom walkout basement suite; 1200 sq ft; Living Room with wood burning ﬁreplace, Dining Room; Private entrance; Private laundry; Storage room; Off-street parking; Patio with lake view; 5 appliances; Non Smoker; $950 per month; $450 Damage deposit; Central air, cable and Utilities included; Available 17 Jan 2010; Located right across the bridge on the Westside in an established quiet residential area (West Kelowna Estates); minutes from downtown Kelowna; Contact at 769-5378 or jroxin@shaw.ca SPACIOUS 3BDRM, gas FP, laundry, garden setting w/lakeview, Winﬁeld. NS, NP. $1200 utils incl. School-bus route. Avail now. 250-717-6910

WESTSIDE lrg 1bd + ﬁreplace, $800+utils. Also Westside 2bd+den w/o, $900+utils. Close to all amens. Rutland cozy 2bd house, $1100+utils. 250-869-5500, 250-469-1566

Suites, Upper 1BD, near DT, NS, $795/mo. incl uitls & cbl. Call 250-7637480 2BD above ground suite, newly reno’’d, FS, DW, micro., shr’’d lndry, CA, NP, NS, quiet area. Parking avail. $995/mo incl utils. 1-250-371-3382 or 250-317-5122

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2BD, spacious, bright, brand new, own ent., no stairs, NS, NP, Nparties. $900 incl utils. 250-801-8542

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1991 Ford F150 4x4, Reg. cab shortbox, recent new engine & clutch, 302 5spd. Must sell $1700.obo. 250-470-2677 1994 Dodge 3/4 Ton tradesman cargo vans, on propane, 8 auto, x schoolboard. Very clean. $3495. LIQ CENTRE, 3251 Sexsmith Rd. D8165. 250-491-1227 1998 GMC 1500, 6cyl., engine needs main bearings, otherwise good. Offers. 575-4646 2000 Caravan SE, winter tires, well maint. & very reliable $3800.obo. 250-469-2195 2002 Dodge 1500 crew cab, 4x4, V8 auto, great cond. $6900. 250-306-5362. 2004 Mazda B3000, 2wd, reg.cab, V6, auto, ac, cd, only 110,000kms, immaculate, $8400. 778-475-5651 Vernon 2005 Chev 2500HD, long box duromax, 5spd auto, 160k, hwy, stored winters. Must be seen. $24,600. 250-836-2788 2005 Ford Ranger 4x4, ext. cab, exc.cond, 4L, low kms, tow pkg, camper pkg. $13,500 obo. 250-546-3064.

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Expressions of Interest and PrequaliďŹ cation for Tender. The Golden Nordic Ski Club Society is receiving proposals to pre-build a natural or manufactured log daylodge and its roof structural components, suitable for later installation on a concrete foundation. Builder will be required to complete the assembly/ manufacture of these components by March 31, 2010, and then store them for later disassembly and transpor t to our site. Total square footage 2500 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3000 split between two levels. Established log builders and manufacturers are invited to indicate their interest in bidding on this project via e-mail, and demonstrate their capacity to meet this deadline, so further details and plans can be provided to support your bid. pleeson@uniser ve.com

Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Estate of Christine Rose Kirtz formerly of 415-1961 Durnin Road, Kelowna, British Columbia Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Christine Rose Kirtz are hereby notiďŹ ed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executors at 301- 1665 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 2B3, on or before February 19, 2010, after which date the Executors will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executors then have notice. Fernand Pierre Kirtz, Gabrielle Mary Ferguson and Raymond Dennis Kirtz, Executors by Pushor Mitchell LLP Lawyers Attention: Joni Metherell Telephone: (250)762-2108 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: Estate of Doris Ellice Williams, also known as Doris Williams formerly of 208-877 KLO Road, Kelowna, British Columbia Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Doris Ellice Williams, also known as Doris Williams, are hereby notiďŹ ed under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor at 3011665 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 2B3, on or before February 19, 2010, after which date the Executor will distribute the Estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. David Lawrence Williams Executor by Pushor Mitchell LLP Lawyers Attention: Joni Metherell Telephone: (250)762-2108

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have changed dramatically in the last 20 years. With more moms returning to the workforce, fathers today are becoming more involved in the early years of their child’s life, moving away from the lonely roles of punisher/protector/provider to the more diverse tasks of being a nurturer, playmate and mentor. At the conference, Hay plans to explore the evolving roles of mom and dad in today’s busy world, different styles of parenting and different childcare programs that attract both moms and dads. Free onsite child care is offered while spaces last. The conference is Feb 6, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Martin Avenue Community Centre in Kelowna. The registration fee is $30 per person, $50 per couple. Pre-registration is required. The conference fee includes lunch, the keynote address and three workshops of your choice. For more information, see www.boysandgirlsclubs.ca or call 250-7623989, ext.102, Monday to Friday, between 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

UBCO to host new forum to debate ideas

A new series of weekly public discussions of contemporary ideas begins this Wednesday at UBC Okanagan. Hosted by graduate student Nelson Jatel, the discussions will be sparked by videos from the popular website TED.com, followed by a roundtable exploration of ideas ranging from the social sciences to mathematics. The first Ideas into Action, this Wednesday, Jan. 20, will feature TED.com presentations by Malcolm Gladwell on spaghetti sauce, and Barry Schwartz on the paradox of choice. Sponsored by the Okanagan Sustainability Institute and UBC Okanagan Alumni and Community Relations, the Ideas to Action discussions will be held each Wednesday through April, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Fipke Centre (FIP 124) at UBC Okanagan. Admission is free and everyone is welcome.