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Grow op busts seize 3,500 pot plants

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It could be several months, or even years, before Kelowna’s city council has a firm grip on the latest comprehensive development plan for the downtown core, if Monday’s council meeting is of any indication. In a session which opened at 8:30 a.m., council spent some four hours reviewing how the CD-21 zone plan was devised and how city staff see build-out playing out if and when council opts to move forward. Beneath the barrage of questions directed at city staff, the timeline for debate seemed to form an underlying theme of the discussion as various councillors grappled with the length of time needed for a decision to be made. “We’re definitely going to need to have more serious discussion on this,” said Coun. Charlie Hodge, indicating he had a laundry list of questions which could not be answered within the scope of the morning workshop session, or likely the next one scheduled for April 26. By contrast, Coun. Robert Hobson tried to spearhead a move to identify what council could move forward with within the plan, but saw no uptake. And on the other end of the spectrum, the mayor suggested she wants to re-examine the idea of two-laning Lawrence Avenue, a road configuration requirement which came out of a 16-month negotiation with the B.C. Ministry of Transportation. For her part, Coun. Angela Reid said she was less than impressed with the numbers she saw presented in a new report from Grant Thornton. Given to councillors Friday, and commissioned by the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce, the report outlines the financial implications of the CD-21, noting it would produce 364 full-time, though short-term, construction jobs and 229 permanent jobs in the hotel. It also states a lack of hotel and conference space currently hampers potential business in the downtown core. Here from Vancouver to walk council through the ins and outs of the year of planning it took to draft the CD-21 zone, architect Graham McGarva argued the hoSee Issues A9

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Police say tips from the public resulted in officers finding nearly 3,500 marijuana plants in two separate grow operations on the weekend. Officers first executed a warrant in the 6800block of Farmers Drive in Ellison on Saturday evening and found a “very large” marijuana grow in an outbuilding that had been segmented into growing and processing rooms, said Const. Steve Holmes. Officers removed nearly 2,000 pot plants in varying stages of growth, 24 kilograms of dried, processed marijuana bud, $3,500 cash and a hydro bypass. Two men were also on the property at the time, and were found in the processing room by officers. “When they were found, their clothing was covered in green residue,” said Holmes. “So that pretty much suggested that they were in the middle of whatever they were doing in the

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Harmonized Sales Tax, which takes effect July SEESTORY SE SEE STORY STO ORY O RY 1, was voiced from different political persuawww.kelownacapnews.com sions last Saturday. Provincial NDP leader Carole James (second from left) spoke at an anti-HST rally in Kelowna during the day, and former premier Bill Vander Zalm spoke at another rally held that night.

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A convicted pot grower has been hit in the pocketbook after losing her house to the Crown. Kelly Dennison, 32, was sentenced last week to a two year conditional sentence, which means she will serve her time in the community, after being charged with production of a controlled substance and theft of electricity following the Nov. 3, 2006, police raid on her property on Pada Road in Oyama. Police say a marijuana growing operation was in an outbuilding on the rural property, and that all but 180 plants had been removed prior to police arrival. Police also seized growing equipment and 2.5 kilograms of marijuana from another room in the building. Const. Steve Holmes said a judge decided that the buildings and land were offence-related property and ruled they should be forfeited to the Crown. The property was sold prior to Dennison’s sentencing and the proceeds are estimated at approximately $157,000. “The forfeiture of offence-related property is a judicial measure available on conviction that can effectively ‘hit criminals in the pocketbook,’ exacting an economic accounting for financially lucrative crimes such as drug trafficking, in addition to more traditional forms of sentencing,” said Holmes.

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Ins and outs of cocaine dealing heard in court Cheryl Wierda STAFF REPORTER

Intercepted phone conversations detailing meetings, debts and discussions about “bricks” were played in court yesterday as the cocaine trafficking trial of Jason Herrick, Margo Safadi and Thomas Fraser continued. The trio were arrested after a several month police investigation in 2006 where officers surveilled the group and intercepted phone calls and text messages. The Crown is alleging Fraser directed the cocaine trafficking undertaken by Safadi, Herrick and others. Herrick, the court heard, is alleged to have done the “legwork” for the trafficking. In one call, Fraser spoke to a man who owed him $6,000. In the conversation, he demands to know why the man didn’t tell him earlier about the money being stolen and requests loyalty for being lenient about the debt. He later talks to another man about the debt. “I need you to find out how much product he has,” Fraser said. “We’re going to need to reload him and get our money back.” In another conversation, Fraser is asked about a deal for 50 “bricks.” A brick is slang for a kilogram of drugs. Other calls detail Herrick arranging to meet up with various people and Herrick telling Safadi that they’re $1,500 “short.” Const. Steve Poohchoff was assigned to work in the RCMP’s monitoring room for over a month

during the investigation, and said he identified the callers on the many intercepted conversations he heard. He said he formed the opinion as to the identity of the callers based on names and nicknames that came up and subscriber information. He also spoke to Fraser at the Penticton courthouse prior to his work in the monitoring room, a point he was questioned about under cross examination. Poohchoff said he went to the courthouse for the express purpose of talking to Fraser, a move he made on his own initiative. He never told Fraser that he was a police officer, Poohchoff testified. Poohchoff was also involved in the early days of the investigation, dubbed E-Pistachio, when officers found drug residue and seized nearly $50,000 from a man who had just met with Herrick. On the morning of May 4, 2006, Herrick parked in front of a Kelowna salon in his red Saturn and went inside. He later went to the driver of a Honda that parked in the lot with a small object in his hand. The pair later left the lot together in Herrick’s car and returned a short while later. When they got out of the Saturn, Herrick was carrying a Lululemon bag and knapsack. The two men then went to the Honda, testified Sgt. Ray Patelle. Herrick later left the Honda empty-handed, Patelle testified, and the driver of the Honda took off. Poohchoff followed

the Honda as it headed out of Kelowna and was on hand when a marked police car pulled the vehicle over near Merritt. Inside were two bags similar to the ones Herrick was earlier seen carrying. Both bags, said Poohchoff, had a total of $48,330 inside. As well, there was a “white grain or powder” in the bottom of the knapsack. A later “street test” indicated the powder was cocaine, he said. Over the next three months, officers followed Herrick and described meetings and exchanges of bags and packages he had with various people and his visits to storage lockers and a property in Oliver. During opening remarks by prosecutor John Walker, he indicated that the investigation came to a head in August 2006 with the seizure of a kilo of cocaine believed to be enroute to Herrick’s home. Five days later, Safadi was intercepted travelling between Vancouver and Kelowna. It is alleged two kilograms of cocaine were in her car. The same day, Fraser’s mother’s Kelowna home, alleged to be the storage site for the cash proceeds from the trafficking was searched, as was Herrick’s home. Patelle testified officers seized what appeared to be cocaine from at least two locations in his apartment, as well as from a case in his car. The trial is scheduled to run for eight days before Justice Geoffrey Barrow, but it is expected more days may need to be set. cweirda@kelownacapnews.com

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CASH GRAB…A Kelowna RCMP constable recovers the cash drawer from a cash register that was stolen from a downtown business by a male suspect wearing a tan jacket. The suspect ran from a business carrying the entire cash register to a parking lot behind the Sprott-Shaw College building on Leon Avenue near Bertram Street. The suspect then removed the money from the cash register, which he left behind in the parking lot. Subsequent police search efforts in the downtown were unable to locate the robbery suspect.

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The Central Okanagan Search and Rescue Association is welcoming news that the province will continue to fund basic liability insurance for B.C.’s volunteer search and rescue teams. “Yeah, we’re happy,” said Ron Braun, a member of Central Okanagan Search and Rescue’s search management team. He said the local group is covered this year by a mixture of provincial and regional district money but it was good to hear B.C. Solicitor-General Kash Heed commit to continue covering basic liability insurance for groups like his. Unlike some smaller teams, the Central Okanagan group has provided its own liability insurance coverage for the last 10 years. But some smaller groups cannot afford

to offer it to its officials. The provincial money, which amounts to about $2,000 per team per year provides the basic coverage, said Braun. Locally, the regional district provides another $3,500 per year to give COSAR volunteers better coverage. Liability insurance became an issue last year when a Quebec man whose wife died in the backcounty near Golden two days before a rescue team arrived, sued the Golden and District Search and Rescue Association. The couple were skiing out of bounds at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. After the lawsuit was launched several B.C. search and rescue groups suspended operation fearing similar lawsuits. The government then announced it would cover liability in-

surance with gaming grant money for this year. Braun said he is happy to hear Victoria plans to extend that commitment. While COSAR did not follow the lead of the other volunteer search and rescue groups in B.C. that suspended or threatened to suspend operations if the government did not pay liability insurance premiums for rescue workers, its president at the time Dan Schlosser said his group supported the positions of groups like the one in Golden. Schlosser told the Capital News his group did not want a “kneejerk” reaction On Tuesday, after months of negotiations with the umbrella B.C. Search and Rescue Association, it appears the decision to wait has paid off. awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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Kelowna council considering substantial hike in graffiti fines Jennifer Smith STAFF REPORTER

The City of Kelowna is looking at increasing fines to as much as $1,000 from $100 for those who engage in graffiti vandalism. After hearing a report from the city’s new graffiti prevention coordinator, Scott Isfan, councillors suggested the repercussions for the behaviour are simply not high enough. A $1,000 fine is the

maximum penalty a municipality can hand out under the Municipal Ticketing Information system, said city clerk Stephen Fleming, who added a review of Kelowna’s fines is pending. But Coun. Luke Stack pointed out the city may not be responding to complaints of graffiti adequately enough to levy any fine, saying one building on St. Paul Street is perpetually covered in “tags.” The city requires the

cleanup of graffiti within 15 days. Isfan told council the cost of cleaning up painted signs, tags and messages has increased by $20,000 a year since 2005 and now costs the city $140,000 of taxpayers’ money. ••• Walkers, hikers, runners and cyclists might find their journey up Knox Mountain a little easier this summer. For the duration of the season, the City of Kelow-

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Taste of Kelowna succeeds in effort to present ‘green’ event The real winner at this year’s 21st annual Taste of Kelowna Sunday was the environment, as 84 per cent of the nearly 7,000 litres of waste was diverted to composting and recycling with the support of the Green Table Network and Sysco Kelowna. More than 3,000 people taste-tested samples of food from area restaurants, breweries, wineries and chocolate makers and voted for their favourites. Judges, who includ-

ed economic development commission director Robert Fine along with reporters from local news media, voted the Bliss Bakery and Bistro of Peachland’s maple glazed citrus salmon skewers and roasted rosemary pork loin with Italian fusion salad tops in first, followed by Cush Restaurant’s Caribbean jerk lamb rack and red velvet cake and Poppadoms’ chicken tikka masala and mataji samosa second and third. All three were first-

time competitors at the Taste of Kelowna. The people’s choice was very similar this year, with the Vintage Room voted tops with its hazelnut-crusted scallop with pork belly risotto voted tops,with Poppadoms and Cush second and third. Both the latter two are new restaurants to Kelowna, and both obviously really impressed both the judges and the public with their offerings. They competed against 30 other eating and

drinking establishments to come out on top. The annual event is organized by the B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association, which

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City crews complete street sweep Fitness Fantasy initiative More than 1,600 kilometres of Kelowna roads have been cleared of sand and debris since the first sweepers hit the street in mid-February. Mild temperatures allowed crews to get an early jump on sweeping and flushing and are on

route to one of the earliest spring sweep completions on record. Working up to 20 hours a day, city crews and hired contractors have swept and flushed roads and bike lanes from Black Mountain to the downtown core and from Craw-

ford Estates to McKinley Landing. Now that the bulk of sand is off the streets, city sweepers will continue to clean streets and parking lots throughout city in the weeks ahead. Residents are asked to watch for signs alert-

ing them to street cleaning operations and to keep vehicles off streets wherever possible so that the sweepers can fully clean the street in one pass. Street sweeping continues through the summer and bicycle lanes are swept 10 times a year.

Easter weekend won’t change garbage pickup schedule The regional district has announced there will be no change in garbage and recycling collection service over the Easter long weekend. According to CORD, garbage and recycling pickup throughout the

Central Okanagan—Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, Peachland and the electoral areas of Okanagan East and West—will have regular pickup on Good Friday and Easter Monday for those who usually have the service on those days.

In addition, the Glenmore and Westside landfills will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. (Glenmore) and 4 p.m. (Westside) daily as well as the Kirschner Road recycling depot, open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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wants to raise level of fitness Mike Simmons STAFF REPORTER

Kelowna will be shedding pounds with a vengeance over the next couple of months as residents compete in a provincial fitness contest. More than 50 people weighed in at Parkinson Recreation Centre on March 13 for Fitness Fantasy 2010, a provincewide competition that aims to help people lose weight and get fit before summer. Innovative Fitness president Kris Schjelde-

rup said the Vancouver company has put together a fitness fantasy contest for the last four years, this year being the fifth annual. He said the goal this year was to draw in support from the province along with a wide range of other partners, including the BCRPA, to design a contest with routines that can be done at home. Schjelderup was in charge of the Okanagan version of the beginning weigh-in. “Basically what happened was we had probably over 50 people come up and get weighed in.” Schjelderup and Parkinson head trainer Nikkie Blanleil took measurements of weight, body fat percentage and girth from top to bottom of the contestants. Entrants received a booklet that contained training plans and nutrition. Contestants register online and have a chance to win six weekend getaways all over B.C. Schjelderup said low registration numbers were expected as this was the first year of the contest. He added that 2,500

people across the province have signed up. “The goal is one ton of weight loss for people in B.C.” Schjelderup said contestants can go into recreation centres in their region, follow the guidelines laid out in the contest and return on June 12 to see how much they have changed. He pointed out that people who didn’t even know about the contest before encountering the sign-up table were enthusiastic about the prospect. “I don’t think it’s hard to get people. I think they’re excited about having some extra motivation.” Schjelderup said the 90-day competition leaves people ready for summer. He looks for the competition to expand in future years. Participants can choose from a variety of training programs, from running to cycling to yoga. Nutrition and food plans also feature strongly in the Fitness Fantasy 2010 program. Schjelderup said the contest was a way to get people active where anyone can participate, at no cost. msimmons@kelownacapnews.com

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be stepped back from Kerry Park where it actually extends into a small strip of the park. The architect has long maintained the hotel, which is proposed for the sector of the plan owned by developer Philip Milroy, is both key to the project and its placement is key to seeing it come to fruition. Building a hotel is not an economic choice any developer is likely to make if the council

does not zone it into their plans because it requires an enormous upfront investment. The site, McGarva argued, is really the clincher as the developer who owns the land is likely to have the cash to carry it out. “It could be on another site,” he said. “However, if it does not happen here, it is less likely to happen somewhere else.” Milroy owns the area at the base of Queensway,

where The Willow Inn once stood, and provided the City of Kelowna with the bulk of the money needed to draft the CD-21 plan, indicating he’s more than interested in moving forward should the zone be approved. He would be building two towers beside the hotel, under the plan’s current incarnation, and has bought a small share of property in an area slated for another tower. jsmith@kelownacapnews.com

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Police uncovering substantial grow ops Plants from A1 processing room.” One man, a 62-yearold associated to the property, was not previously known to police. The other, a 32-yearold Kelowna resident, is known to police for both criminal code and drug offences. They have been released on promises to appear in court at a later date on drug-related charges, as have the three people arrested at the grow operation police busted in the Mission on Sunday evening. Two Vernon men, ages 32 and 33, as well as a 24-year-old Kelowna woman were found at the home in the 300-block of Braeloch Road where officers seized about 1,500 plants. The cases come on the heels of two previously reported grow busts this month: an 800-plant operation on Boucherie Road and 1,700 plants found in two rooms on McNaughton Road. “I can’t say whether it’s just coincidence that the last several grow operations that we have taken

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Farmer’s Market apple price to reflect orchardists’ economic hit Judie Steeves STAFF REPORTER

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na orchardist and a director on the board of the B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association, said on average it costs 22 cents a pound in

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direct costs to grow that fruit. The proceeds will be donated to the food bank. “It’s a positive way to demonstrate the lack of pricing,” explained Steele. A handout detailing the difficulties growers are facing will be passed out by growers, he said. “It’s a community issue. We all love green space, but who pays for it?” When the Agricultural Land Reserve came into being, there were support systems, a safety net, to help ensure the farmers maintaining it, could

continue to afford to do so, he pointed out. That’s no longer the case, Steele said. “It’s like we’re a oneparent family instead of being able to stand on our own,” he added. Growers want an orderly marketing system in order to ensure they can make their cost of production and a living from their orchards, he said. In the meantime, they need emergency funding to survive. “People are walking away from their leases. They can’t afford to continue farming them,” he

explained. Last year, growers made about 17 cents a pound. The previous year it was slightly more, but still not enough to meet the cost of production, said Steele. One of the biggest problems is international currency rates, since the apple market is in U.S. dollars and the Canadian dollar is high right now in comparison with it. Costs have also risen and prices are depressed on world markets, he said. jsteeves@kelownacapnews.com

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Unattended stove cooks up a fire The fire department reminds residents not to leave items unattended on the stove, after a fire in Rutland Monday afternoon. Firefighters were called to the 800-block of Kitch Road around 1:15 p.m. after a report of a fire in a kitchen. “Firefighters discovered a small fire that resulted from a pot of oil left unattended on the stovetop,” said assistant fire chief Jason Brolund. They also rescued the family’s cats from the building. Damage estimated at $3,000 and was contained mostly to the kitchen area.

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Ravine clean-up takes to the air A helicopter will be hauling cars over Peachland this week as part of Community Clean Up Month. The Regional Waste Reduction Office said six abandoned vehicles will be removed Thursday morning to mitigate a potential environmental hazard in Deep Creek Canyon, off Princeton Avenue. Waste reduction manager Peter Rotheisler said the vehicles will be airlifted from the ravine to the nearby Peachland yard waste drop off site and will be towed from there to a recycling facility. “The reason we’re going to great lengths to pull them out is that Deep Creek provides drinking water to Peachland residents and is also habitat for several fish species,” said Rotheisler. “Removing the cars from the canyon will ensure they do not negatively impact water (quality) and channel stability in the future.” He added that the District of Peachland and the ministry of environment are in support of the operation. Rotheisler said the extraction exercise would not be possible without the support of and a “significant financial contribution” from Central Okanagan-based Valhalla Helicopters, which is providing the extraction service at “a highly reduced rate.” Valhalla general manager Blair Savage said his company is doing the work to give back to the community in a positive way.

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“Being part of this clean-up effort is an excellent opportunity for us to keep our waters and environment clean where we live,” said Savage. Meanwhile, Rotheisler encourages residents and community groups to report illegal dump sites to the Waste Reduction Office. The Waste Reduction Office is compiling a list of illegal dump sites throughout the Central Okanagan with the goal of developing a large-scale clean up and illegal dumping prevention strategy that can be implemented in 2011. The regional district

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Overall, Hobson said the regional district board approved a slight tax rate increase to cover program and service costs, however it was offset by growth. “The real impact is what’s on an average household and an increase in assessment values allows those rather small increases to be absorbed.” The regional district’s allocation on property taxes will decrease this year compared to last in Kelowna, Lake Country and West Kelowna. In West Kelowna, the allocation drops a whopping 42 per cent, however, that is largely because of a tax shift, with transit costs now being shown on the municipal side of the tax bill. West Kelowna assumes its own transit contract soon. However, the news isn’t as good in the regional district’s east and west rural areas of Ellison, Joe Rich, Lakeshore South and North Westside, all which will see an increase in library costs, and greater costs in planning and fire protection. Hobson said the spike in library costs was due to an error last year in the taxes charged in rural areas, resulting in a rev-

enue shortfall that had to be recovered this year. In total, the regional district’s 2010 budget is an estimated $52 million, with regional parks the largest single program at $5.8 million in operational costs and $13.5 million for acquisitions and upgrades. Recycling is a distant second at $2.2 million in operating costs. As for the Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District, residents across the region will see an average increase of $20 on that portion of their tax bills to pay for the ongoing expansion of Kelowna General Hospital. Originally, the hospital district had considered a $6 increase in taxes this year, but decided to increase taxes now to rely less on borrowing later. 2010 regional taxes on a $440,000 home: Kelowna: Decrease $5.41 District of West Kelowna: Decrease $118.02 District of Lake Country: Decrease $5.21 District of Peachland: Increase $0.27 Central Okanagan West: Increase $52.48 Central Okanagan East: Increase $58.85 Hospital district (all areas): Increase $20.24.

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Seven principles of xeriscaping Water management specialists say the use of xeriscape principles in landscaping could help in the conservation of enough water to save millions of dollars in costly infrastructure, based on the results of the just-released Okanagan Water Supply and Demand Study. That study showed that outdoor residential watering was the second largest use of water in the valley, after agriculture, at 24 per cent. To learn more about how you can help conserve water, attend one of the non-profit Okanagan Xeriscape Association’s upcoming classes called An Introduction to the Seven Principles of Xeriscape. There are three sets of two-evening classes being held at the H2O Aquatic Centre, 4075 Gordon Dr., beginning Thursdays, April 8 and 15. The second class is Mondays, April 12 and 19; and the third is Thursdays, April 22 and 29, at a fee of $45 a person or $80 a couple. All classes are 7 to 9 p.m. Registration forms

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and there are photos of most on the site as well. Instructor for the courses is well-known Kelowna xeriscape specialist Gwen Steele, president of the OXA, who says the classes will include practical information for people who want to make changes to an existing landscape as well as for those who are new to gardening in the Okanagan, and creating a new landscape. She will use her extensive collection of photos to illustrate the principles of design and planning, soil improvement, practical turf areas, efficient irrigation, use of mulch, good maintenance and appropriate plant selection. Under her instruction, students will learn how to begin and where to get more information about xeriscaping. Many drought tolerant plants are colourful and attractive, and organic mulches rather than gravel are recommended to help retain moisture around plantings. Using a diverse selection of plants, almost any style of gardening is possible, she says. “The easy-to-follow principles will guide you in gardening in harmony with nature. You will learn simple ways to drastically reduce the amount of water you use on your landscapes, at the same time as you save time and money. Your plants will thrive. Healthy plants are highly resistant to pests and diseases, so your new landscape will have little need for chemical pesticides and fertilizers.”

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W WHL PLAYOFFS

Rockets launch into second round Warren Henderson

with eight goals in seven games. The Rockets, however, will take little time

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Most of the hockey world viewed the Kelowna Rockets as decisive underdogs in their opening round playoff series against the Everett Silvertips. But with 100 more man games of playoff experience under their belts, the Western Hockey League champs proved that regular season numbers can mean next to nothing. The sixth-place Rockets bucked the odds this week by knocking off the third-place ’Tips in seven games to move on to the second round of the WHL playoffs. Mark Guggenberger made 40 saves to backstop the Rockets to a 2-1 seriesclincher Monday night at the ever-hostile Comcast Centre in Everett. Kelowna will now take on the Tri-City Americans in the Western Conference semifinal beginning Friday night in Kennewick, Wash. The Rockets, who finished 11 wins and 21 points behind Everett during the regular season, rebounded from a 2-0 series deficit to win their fifth straight WHL playoff series dating back to last May. Head coach Ryan

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IT COMES DOWN TO UNDERSTANDING HOW HARD IT IS TO WIN AND A LOT OF OUR GUYS HAVE EXPERIENCED THAT. Ryan Huska, Rockets coach

to savour their success as they battle the No. 1 seeded Americans this weekend in Tri-City. The Ams, who are

fresh of a six-game series win over the Chilliwack Bruins, topped the Western Conference in goals this season with 272. “They have very good speed and a lot of skill on that team,” said Huska. “We’ll have to find a way to slow them down and limit their chances as much as possible.”

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Rockets defenceman Tyson Barrie is the Western Hockey League’s player of the week. The 18-year-old Victoria native scored two goals and added five assists in the first six games of Kelowna’s first-round playoff series with Everett. whenderson @kelowncapnews.com

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TYSON BARRIE (left) and the Kelowna Rockets will battle Brendan Shinnimin and the Tri-City Americans in the second round of the WHL playoffs beginning Friday in Kennewick, Wash. Huska said a finallyhealthy Rockets squad never once felt overmatched by the ‘Tips. “At the beginning of the series not a lot of people gave us a chance against Everett,” said Huska. “But we didn’t feel like we were an underdog at all. Earlier in the year we had so many problems with injuries, we probably would have finished a lot higher had we

been healthy. The guys were confident all along and that’s why they didn’t sway when we got down in the series. “In the end,” added Huska, “our guys were able to draw on their experience and I think that’s where we had a leg up on Everett. It comes down to understanding how hard it is to win and a lot of our guys have experienced that.”

On the subject of experience, the Rockets called on the 21-year-old Guggenberger to carry the load in net after replacing Adam Brown early in Game 3. Huska said the 6-foot3 Minnesota native was at his best in the series clincher on Monday. “We challenged Mark to be our best player on the ice and he was by far,” said Huska. “We want-

ed him to make sure he was the difference…he was very good for us and a big reason we’re in the second round.”On the offensive side of the ledger, Tyson Barrie was his usual productive self leading the Rockets with two goals and nine points in the series. Forward Geordie Wudrick enjoyed the most prolific goal-scoring outburst of his WHL career

WHL Playoffs Western Conference semfinal Kelowna vs. Tri-City Friday, April 2 Rockets @ Americans Saturday, April 3 Rockets @ Americans Tuesday, April 6 Americans @ Rockets Wednesday, April 7 Americans@Rockets * Friday, April 9 Rockets @Americans * Sunday, April 11 Americans @ Rockets * Tuesday, April 13 Rockets @ Americans

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W FEMALE MIDGET HOCKEY

TO Rockets open against Thunder in Pacific Regionals They now know their opponent. After claiming the B.C. female midget AAA crown earlier this last month the Thompson Okanagan Rockets will host the Pacific Regional finals this coming weekend. The Kelowna-based Rockets will play the Edmonton Thunder with the winner advancing to the Canadian championships. Edmonton advanced to the Pacific Regionals by winning the province of Alberta, defeating Calgary in the provincial final. The Rockets advanced by winning the B.C. league’s year end tournament against five other regional teams. “I think we match up well but it’s going to be a tough series,”

said Rockets head coach Sylvain Leone. The Rockets and Thunder will play a best of three series this weekend at Royal LePage Place in West Kelowna. Game one is Friday night followed by game two on Saturday and if necessary game three will be Sunday. The winner of the series will advance to the Esso Nationals in Regina. Leone says the chance to play for a Canadian championship doesn’t happen very often for minor hockey players. “This is a tremendous opportunity,” he said. “Very few of these players will ever get an opportunity like this again.”

The Rockets will bring a balanced attack into the series. At the provincial championships it was the Rockets depth that allowed them to get past the other B.C. regional female teams. “The biggest reason for our success is we’re a team that can play four lines and all six defense,” said Leone. The female Midget AAA League was initiated in 2007-08. No team from the league has yet to advance to the Esso Nationals. Games are Friday at 6:15 p.m., Saturday at 3 p.m. and Sunday at noon. The winner of the regionals will advance to the Esso Nationals which will be held in Regina April 18th to 24th.

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Basso, Speijer claim top Heat awards Powder Skiing Powder- It’s what every skier dreams about and once they’ve had it they want more. Some skiers love it so much they’ll pay thousands of dollars for it on helicopter skiing vacations. It plays a starring role in almost every ski movie and it’s what all of the best skiing stories have in common. For all its dreamy attributes it can also knock the wind out of even the best of skiers. Here are a couple of quick pointers to make sure that your next powder skiing story has a happy ending. 1) Start with a good stance. You might have heard that you need to lean back in the powder, this is not the case. Try to feel the entire length of the bottom of your foot in your ski boot with your shins just lightly touching the tongues of your boots; this will help keep you in the middle of your skis. A narrower stance is good too, it helps create one big platform with both of your skis instead of two skinny ones that are wide apart, this “platform” will be easier to turn. 2) The hardest turns in powder are the first couple so it’s important to get a good rhythm going. Start by heading down the slope and bouncing a little bit, this will help your skis rise to the surface of the snow much like a dolphin breaking the surface of the water to take a breath. When your skis break or get close to the surface that’s when you want to turn them. Big White Ski Resort is a powder paradise right here in the Okanagan and so far this winter has been outstanding with lots of powder days already. Take advantage of the great conditions to get your fix today! Josh Foster Director of Snow Sports

Phenomenal wouldn’t be too strong a word to describe this season’s performances by both Alex Basso and Nate Speijer. So when it came time for the UBC Okanagan athletic department to choose its annual award winners, the two sophomore volleyball stars topped the list. Monday night at UBCO at the Heat’s awards banquet, Basso was named the female student-athlete of the year for 2010, while Speijer grabbed the male studentathlete of the year honours. Basso, a graduate of Immaculata, was nothing short of stellar in leading the Heat to an 18-0 regular season record and repeat gold-medal efforts at both the B.C. and Canadian collegiate women’s volleyball championships. The 19-year-old power hitter won pretty much every conceivable award this season as she was named the BCCAA and CCAA player of the year. She was also named tournament MVP at both the B.C. and national championships. Heat head coach Steve Manuel said each and every honour bestowed on Basso, including the most recent one as student-athlete of the year is richly deserved. “It’s couldn’t happen to a nicer or better person,” said Manuel. “She’s an extremely hard worker, very competitive and very pleasant at the same time, both on and off the court. Alex is very athletically gifted, the kind of athlete that only comes along once in a while.” Other nominees for female student-athlete of the year honours were Jenna Kantz from women’s basketball, Alexa Ken-

nedy from women’s soccer and Jen Woods from the Heat golf team. As for Speijer, the second-year power man from Penticton was a vital figure in leading the Heat to bronze-medal finishes at both the BCCAA and CCAA championships. Speijer was a CCAA all-Canadian and a national tournament all-star selection. He was also the BCCAA’s player of the year in men’s volleyball. The 6-foot-4 Speijer broke a program record for most kills in a season with 352 and led the league in kills by more than 50. He also topped the league in aces by three over his teammate, Preston Tucker. Heat coach Greg Poitras says Speijer is the complete package.”(Nate) is One of the most dominant players UBCO has seen in years,” said Poitras. “He strives to be the best player on the floor every match he plays in. His individual awards he received this year are because of his hard work since he walked in the

door at UBCO gym for his first practice in our program.” Other nominees for the male student-athlete of the year award were golfer Jordan Krulicki, Thomas Simkins from the soccer team and basketball’s Ryan Fahandeg. UBCO athletics took time out to acknowledge the contributions all of the fifth-year athletes who played out their collegiate eligibility with the Heat this season—Leigh Dreher (volleyball), Meghan McGill (basketball), Jon Zaleski (men’s basketball) and Vanessa Hodak (women’s soccer). Graduating athlete recognition also went to fourth-year guard Katie Woodman of the B.C. gold-medal winning women’s basketball team. Each of the eight varsity teams handed out their top individual awards:

• MEN’S SOCCER

Rookie of the year— Shane Mudaliar Defensive player— Dustin Luck MVP and Golden Boot—Thomas Simkins

ROB BROWN/CONTRIBUTOR

HEAT POWER HITTER Nate Speijer was honoured Monday as UBCO’s male student-athlete of the year.

• WOMEN’S SOCCER

Rookie of the year— Jennifer Kidd Leadership—Elizabeth Babcock MVP—Alexa Kennedy

• MEN’S BASKETBALL

Most improved—Ed Dane Medi MVP—Ryan Fahandeg Outstanding contribution—Jon Zaleski

• WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

Leadership— Meghan McGill Coach’s award— Bailey Radley MVP—Jenna Kantz

• MEN’S VOLLEYBALL

Most improved— Chris Howe MVP—Preston Tucker Coach’s award— Brett Uniat Rob Sivacoe Award— Aleks Bergen ROB BROWN/CONTRIBUTOR

ALEX BASSO of the Heat women’s volleyball team is UBCO’s student-athlete of the year for 2009-10.

• WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL

Most underrated— Kaylan Gouldsborough Coach’s award—

Kirsten Lawson Leadership-Alycia Bradstock

• GOLF

Shot of year—Harvey Hubball All-around members—Jen Woods, Jordan Krulicki Among other highlights from the 2009-10 season: • Greg Poitras was named the CCAA coach of the year in men’s volleyball. • Five UBCO athletes were recognized as CCAA all-Canadians— Alex Basso and Leigh Dreher ( women’s volleyball), Nate Speijer and Preston Tucker (men’s volleyball), and Alexa Kennedy (women’s soccer). • Five Heat players were CCAA Academic All-Canadians—Caitlyn Nyhus (women’s volleyball), Jenna Kantz and Meghan McGill (women’s basketball), Ryan Fahandeg (men’s basketball) and Thomas Simkins (men’s soccer).

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Heidt covers Campus to Campus and back again in time of 1:11:46 Vernonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Aaron Heidt left the rest of the field in his wake en route to winning the 2010 edition of the Campus to Campus Half Marathon. Heidt completed the 21.1 km race on Sunday morning in Kelownaâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; starting and ending at Okanagan Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;in a time of 1 hour 11 minutes 46 seconds. Kelownaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rory Switzer took second place for the second straight year, finishing nearly 6 1/2 minutes behind Heidt in 1:18:15. Vernonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Skeets Morel took third in 1:19:03. The top female finisher was Kelownaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shannon Thompson who was 11th overall in 1:25:43. Five other local runners joined Switzer in the top 10: Glenn Lear was fifth in 1:21:41; Mike Schmidt, seventh in 1:22.40; Rod Franzen, eighth in 1:24.16; Dell Balfour, ninth in 1:24:53; and Eric Simpson, 10th in 1:25:36. In addition to Switzer and Schmidt, other age group winners from Kelowna in the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division were: Paul Young (55-59 in 1:32:41) and Teddy Boyko (60-79 in 1:48:42). Local age group winners in the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s division were Shannon Thompson (25-29), Christy Lovig (30-34 in 1:29:06), Danita Schreiber (45-49 in 1:35:52), Roxanne Ray (50-54 in 1:51:51), and Laurelee Welder (5559 in 1:38:37). For the first time, the Campus to Campus event also featured a 10 km race and it was a battle to the wire. In a matchup of Kelowna runners, Randy Werger edged out Dion Torhjelm by one second with a time of 40 minutes eight seconds. Kelownaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jeff Vogt took third place by one second over Kelownaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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lay, Just in Time took first spot in 1:32:18, Cross-

fit Glenmore was second in 1:33:04, while Dr.

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KELOWNAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RORY SWITZER (right ) and Skeets

Morel of Vernon finished second and third, respectively in the Campus to Campus Half Marathon. Nathan Ward in 40:54. Kelownaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Michelle

Blackburne, 15, was the top female placing fifth

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VERNONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S AARON HEIDT (left) won the Campus to Campus Half Marathon, while Kelownaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shannon Thompson was the top woman in the annual race.

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WHL Western Conference Semi-Final TRI-CITY vs. KELOWNA Game 1 - Fri Apr 2 7:05 PM Game 2 - Sat Apr 3 7:05 PM Game 3 - Tue Apr 6 7:00 PM Game 4 - Wed Apr 7 7:00 PM Game 5 - Fri Apr 9 7:05 PM Game 6 - Sun Apr 11 5:00 PM Game 7 - Tue Apr 13 7:05 PM

Kelowna at Tri-City Kelowna at Tri-City Tri-City at Kelowna Tri-City at Kelowna * Kelowna at Tri-City * Tri-City at Kelowna * Kelowna at Tri-City

Western Conference Quarter-Finals EVERETT vs. KELOWNA Kelowna wins series 4 - 3 Game 1 - Fri Mar 19 7:35 PM Game 2 - Sat Mar 20 7:05 PM Game 3 - Tue Mar 23 7:00 PM Game 4 - Wed Mar 24 7:00 PM Game 5 - Fri Mar 26 7:35 PM Game 6 - Sat Mar 27 7:00 PM Game 7 - Mon Mar 29 7:05 PM

EVERETT 5, Kelowna 4 OT EVERETT 5, Kelowna 2 KELOWNA 5, Everett 3 KELOWNA 5, Everett 4 OT2 EVERETT 4, Kelowna 0 KELOWNA 5, Everett 4 Kelowna 2 Everett 1

VANCOUVER vs. KAMLOOPS Vancouver wins series 4 - 0 Game 1 - Fri Mar 19 7:30 PM Game 2 - Sat Mar 20 7:00 PM Game 3 - Tue Mar 23 7:00 PM Game 4 - Wed Mar 24 7:00 PM

VANCOUVER 4, Kamloops 3 OT VANCOUVER 6, Kamloops 3 Vancouver 5, KAMLOOPS 4 OT Vancouver 5, KAMLOOPS

TRI-CITY vs. CHILLIWACK Tri-City wins series 4 - 2 Game 1 - Fri Mar 19 7:00 PM Game 2 - Sat Mar 20 7:00 PM Game 3 - Tue Mar 23 7:00 PM Game 4 - Wed Mar 24 7:00 PM Game 5 - Fri Mar 26 7:00 PM Game 6 - Sun Mar 28 5:00 PM

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SPOKANE vs. PORTLAND Series tied 3 - 3 Game 1 - Sat Mar 20 7:00 PM Game 2 - Sun Mar 21 5:00 PM Game 3 - Wed Mar 24 7:00 PM Game 4 - Fri Mar 26 7:00 PM Game 5 - Sat Mar 27 7:00 PM Game 6 - Mon Mar 29 7:00 PM Game 7 - Wed Mar 31 7:00 PM *

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Eastern Conference Quarter-Finals CALGARY vs. MOOSE JAW Calgary wins series 4 - 3 Game 1 - Thu Mar 18 7:00 PM Game 2 - Sat Mar 20 7:00 PM Game 3 - Mon Mar 22 7:00 PM Game 4 - Tue Mar 23 7:00 PM Game 5 - Thu Mar 25 7:00 PM Game 6 - Sat Mar 27 7:00 PM Game 7 - Mon Mar 29 7:00 PM

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W COLLEGIATE BASEBALL

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Eastern Conference Quarter-Finals BRANDON vs. SWIFT CURRENT Brandon wins series 4 - 0 Game 1 - Fri Mar 19 7:30 PM Game 2 - Sat Mar 20 7:30 PM Game 3 - Tue Mar 23 7:00 PM Game 4 - Wed Mar 24 7:00 PM

BRANDON 5, Swift Current 2 BRANDON 5, Swift Current 3 Brandon 5, SWIFT CURRENT 2 Brandon 3, SWIFT CURRENT 2 OT

SASKATOON vs. RED DEER Saskatoon wins series 4 - 0 Game 1 - Sat Mar 20 7:05 PM Game 2 - Sun Mar 21 7:05 PM Game 3 - Wed Mar 24 7:00 PM Game 4 - Thu Mar 25 7:00 PM

SASKATOON 3, Red Deer 0 SASKATOON 4, Red Deer 0 Saskatoon 2, RED DEER 1 OT Saskatoon 5, RED DEER 2

KOOTENAY vs. MEDICINE HAT Medicine Hat wins series 4 - 2 Game 1 - Fri Mar 19 7:00 PM Game 2 - Sat Mar 20 7:00 PM Game 3 - Tue Mar 23 7:00 PM Game 4 - Wed Mar 24 7:00 PM Game 5 - Fri Mar 26 7:00 PM Game 6 - Sun Mar 28 6:00 PM

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The Okanagan College Coyotes beat their opposition on the weekend but they couldn’t beat the weather. The Coyotes opened the Canadian College’s Baseball Conference season with a pair of convincing wins over the Kwantlen Eagles in Vancouver. Two solid pitching performances got OC off to a good start this season but its final two games of the weekend were rained out. The wins came after a tough exhibition schedule that saw OC take on top teams from the junior college league south of the border. “Some of the experience and lessons learned from the past three weekends playing the U.S. Junior College teams were retained,” said team manager Bill Bayne. “The boys

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made only two errors all weekend, only issued two walks and gathered 15 hits.” OC pitcher Cory Wood opened the regular season with a dominating performance in a 7-0 win over Kwantlen. Wood allowed just four

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SP. OLYM. Mary Amison poa 63 117-69-99 Laura Graham poa 45 94-140-123 Brian Smith poa 29 92-91-98 Roy Stephens poa 24 113-147-109 Susan Gilmour poa 19 116-144-113 James Lowther poa 19 95-97-106 Robyn Hart poa 18 107-129-82 Casey Miller poa 18 140-126-157 Thurs. sen’rs. Maureen bird poa 93 173-185-137 Pat Samson poa 89 144-169-151 Dianne Birkby poa 65 135-184-139 Karen Kirk poa 64 189-167-173 Guy Bird poa 63 148-175-127 Stan Gault poa 56 161-210-156 Bill McCarry poa 49 121-153-123 Herb Carpenter poa 47 160-130-219 Betty Long poa 44 178-108-109 Alex Ross poa 41 Hi 222-157-166

THURS. MIXED Justin Grunwald poa 122 168-233-156 Brad Williams poa 101 201-181-178 Jordan Porth poa 65 147-186-167 Norm Wright poa 62 231-236-213 Carol Petersen poa 62 131-186-111 Craig Taylor poa 55 209-236-171 Dana Toles poa 55 95-105-119 Greg Wakefield poa 51 125-138-157 Janice Taylor poa 51 160-135-153 Gerry McEachern poa 50 126-157-112 SUN.LADIES Jennifer Delesalle poa 125 Hi 278-199-212 Nicole Martindalle poa 81 180-154-203 Jill Wintle poa 54 138-152-139 Katy Davidson poa 44 135-156-83 Jacquie McDougall poa 38 134-147-156 Tina Magyar poa 20 160-186-184

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hits and struck-our six en route to the win. Tanner Betcker was 3 for 4 with three stolen bases while Bryce Wilkie, Rob Alksne, Reed Quall and Spencer Kilpatrick all had a pair of hits in the win. Starter Kiefer Rodway tossed seven innings of one-hit ball and got a strong inning of relief from Calan Evancio and Bryce Wilkie in a 3-01 win by OC in the second game. Adam Parliament led off the top of the 2nd with a home run blasted over the right center field wall and OC scored twice more to give Rodway all the offense he would need. The two rained out games will be rescheduled. OC travels to Nanaimo for a four game series this coming weekend.

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Tiner sweeps gold medal podium in artistic gymnastics Okanagan gymnast Sugar Tiner was unstoppable at an artistic gymnastics competition held last weekend in Abbotsford. Tiner struck for five gold medals in the provincial 5 category, winning the floor exercise, the vault, the uneven bars, the balance beam and the allaround. Tiner is undefeated in two consecutive competitions on the Lower Mainland and looks to be in fine form as she prepares to compete in the Western Canadian artistic gymnastics championships.

Also in provincial 5, Okanagan Gymnastics member Miranda Pineau earned a silver medal on the floor exercise, and bronze medals on the vault, uneven bars, and all around. In the Provincial 4 Tyro (11-12 year olds) Emma Morel earned a bronze medal on the uneven bars. In the Provincial 3 Tyro category, Emaree Handley finished with a bronze in the all-around in a field of 23 athletes. Handley earned a gold medal on the uneven bars and a silver medal on the

balance beam. Grace Fecht won a bronze medal on the vault in the Provincial 2 Argo (10 and under) category. Brooke Murray earned a silver medal on the vault in the Provincial 2 Tyro (11-12) category. In the Pre-National Novice Aspire category, Nicole Pavia earned top spot ahead of 17 other competitors. Pavia won the uneven bars and the

floor exercise for a total of three gold medals. Muriel Stroda competed in the same category and finished with a bronze medal in the all-around. She earned a bronze medal on the vault, and two silver medals on the uneven bars and balance beam. Makinli Handley and Adele Lefevre competed in the National Novice category, their second out of three trials to Canadian

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f ever there was an opportunity to see the Citizen Initiative petition process be successful, you would think it would be the attempt to repeal the HST. Between April 6 and July 5, the anti-HST campaign team has to get the signatures of 10 per cent of the registered voters in each of the province’s 85 electoral ridings to sign the petition. If successful, that could place the provincial government in an awkward position, aligning itself with the demands of its constitu-

ents against the desires of the federal government to expand its tax collecting authority with a $1.5 billion payback to Victoria. B.C. Finance Minister Colin Hansen is quietly trying to subdue any widespread anti-HST rhetoric, crossing his fingers that campaign frontman Bill Vander Zalm really doesn’t connect with British Columbians today like he did 20 or 25 years ago. But the problem for Hansen in selling the HST is few people really understand the consequences of this new tax, or how

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icians and bureaucrats in Ottawa should also have to be held accountable for this HST scheme. Vander Zalm is probably a poor choice to lead this campaign, but the challenge is really to pass the test of voter apathy. Are B.C. voters willing to stand up in sufficient numbers and say no to the HST, or will it be more of the “Oh well, that’s just the way things are so we’ll just deal with it” attitude. It’s easy to guess which side Premier Gordon Campbell and his cohorts are hoping to see.

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elcome tax. CITY salesJames to the Bill and Vander CONFIDENTIAL Zalm, the current odd and Carole Show. Quick, cue the couple of B.C. politics, laugh track. may stand on opposCarole James says ite sides of the politiconly the B.C. Liberal divide but they seem als could create such Alistair united in their hatred of strange bedfellows as Waters the HST. her and former SoVander Zalm calls cial Credit premier Bill it the “wrong tax, Vander Zalm. for the wrong reasons, at the wrong The NDP leader and the man time.” James simply uses another rNDPers used to vilify, have teamed sounding word—“regressive.” up to fight the introduction of the conThe pair are currently touring troversial Harmonized Sales Tax, a B.C.—not together but often crossing combination of the provincial sales paths by speaking in the same towns tax and the GST in B.C. to create a on the same days—railing against single, more far-reaching 12 per cent the HST, accusing the government of

lying about its introduction prior to the last election, saying the HST will hurt an already fragile B.C. economy and urging support for the other’s initiatives. Bill and Carole—even their names sound like a couple from a 1970’s sitcom—have been out making hay with opponents of the HST since plans to introduce it were announced last year. James is trying to sway seven hopefully disgruntled Liberal backbench MLAs to vote with her caucus and independent MLA Vicky Huntington to defeat the HST in the Legislature. Vander Zalm, ever the populist, is taking it from a different perspective.

He is going directly to the people. Looking tanned, svelte and much younger than his 75 years, the man who once told the unemployed to pick up shovels and refused to increase the tax on beer because it was “the working man’s drink,” seemed politically rejuvenated with his push for a public vote on the proposed new tax. He is hoping to tap into the 85 per cent of British Columbians who tell pollsters they are opposed to it. Flashing his trademark wide, white-toothed grin, he says his campaign is going fan-tas-tic . Vander Zalm and James passed through Kelowna on the weekend, holding their own public meetings but preached from the same page.

The man who so enraged James that she entered politics to fight his government’s education policies in the late 1980s, is now standing shoulder to shoulder to battle with another right-of-centre B.C. government. So, is James becoming more conservative or is Vander Zalm swaying to the left? Probably a little of both. After all, who would have thought the NDP would oppose a carbon tax while the neo-conservative B.C. Liberals would introduce it? It’s been said politics in Ontario is business, in Quebec it’s religion and in B.C., well here it used to be a blood sport. Now it’s just confusing. awaters@kelownacapnews.com

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Problems to conquer when building in Kelowna To the editor: Have we forgotten that Kelowna, especially near the lake, sits on a bog? How many remember the ‘Leaning Tower of Kelowna’? How about the white ‘Executive House’ at the corner of Harvey and Richter? Also the cracked highrise on Sunset Drive. Has it been repaired yet? Are the owners still waiting to get in? Who wants to live in or at the top of a 30+ storey tower that may collapse? Did I hear that a highrise on Ellis also settled and that Doyle Avenue had to be repaired? A large number of tall buildings in a close area can also give rise to bad wind gusts. That area (downtown) needs to be upgraded but not with highrises. The old KSS site is farther away from the lake. Why not locate the taller buildings there? Another issue down-

town is parking. The new Jim Stuart Park has taken away some much-needed parking. When there are events on in the theater, arena, yacht club, seniors center etc., there is very little parking available. Parkades are difficult for some of us with larger vehicles. Very little parking was provided for the new arena. It could have been located out on Benvoulin Road. There are still lots of open fields there. Also with another low snowpack we face a severe water shortage. Watering on odd and even days is hard to enforce. More education is needed to conserve water. Maybe it’s time for Okanagan communities to consider a purification plant to recycle sewage water. I heard somewhere that New York City recycles their water eight times. Ken Geis, Kelowna

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A Gift in Memory Praying for Drop-in clients Makes a Difference To the editor: It has been nine years now that members of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church have been preparing and serving chili and buns at the Kelowna Drop-In Centre. We began this outreach ministry in January 2001, and ever since have continued serving lunch on the fourth Monday of each month. The number of servings has varied from month to month but we usually serve from 60 to 70 hungry clients this simple hot meal. The regulars at the centre know us as the “chili church,” a nickname we wear with joy. The workers from our church who make the chili and serve it have learned

much about poverty and homelessness in this city; our work has raised our awareness. The clients we see at the Drop-In Centre look after each other and themselves in exceedingly difficult circumstances. They’re always polite and appreciative of our small effort to help out, and we receive much more than we give. Likewise, we have been impressed with the professionalism and dedication of the staff at the centre. They do their jobs under trying circumstances, treating the clients with respect and offering practical help that we, who do not need these sorts of services, can only imagine. We admire them very much.

We are very disappointed that the centre is closing and we are worried about the clients. Where will they go to receive the services and meals that the Dropin Centre has offered? We find it difficult to imagine that this gap will be filled by stretching the resources at the agencies that will continue to function in Kelowna. At our parish we will continue to pray for clients and staff in this transition and continue to work for the well-being of the most vulnerable in our city.

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Math courses applicable To the editor: I don’t think that Mr. Byl (Offering Easier Math Courses Will Not Help Students, March 10 Capital News) even bothered to look up the changes in curriculum, which in fact is readily available on the B.C. Ministry of Education’s website. The ministry has changed the “bare-bones” and “number crunching” Essentials of Math and Applications of Math to the more applicable and

thought provoking Apprenticeship and Workplace Math and Foundations of Math. The ministry also chose to keep Pre-Calculus Math, essentially the same and Principles of Math. Upon reading and comparing the old and new curriculums, two things are immediately evident—critical thinking and applicability are the centerpieces. These new math courses are not eas-

ier, but rather encourage students to properly understand and use math in their everyday lives in order to, as Mr. Byl would put it, “pursue whatever avenue of life they want.” These changes will make math courses do what they are supposed to do and will hopefully not only raise the grade scores, but more importantly give our students a better understanding of mathematics. John Kohout, Kelowna

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Most seniors prove to be excellent drivers To the editor: Again on the TV news I heard the words about getting rid of drivers over 65 because they cause all the problems on our roads. Those speaking think that they know exactly all there is to know and that every accident can be blamed on the elderly

drivers. I am one of these with a clear record of not one ticket or one accident in over 30 years of driving in this province. I, at present, have to visit Kelowna Hospital where my wife is confined, and I drive that bridge every day to visit her. The signage on the

bridge reads 60 km/h, and I defy anyone to try to drive at that posted speed, as you are looked on as an idiot, and passed by every car, and even at times honked at for doing the right thing. Now after all, why post signs because obviously, today’s education does not teach them

to read, or am I wrong in obeying the speed limit, or must I confess that I am not only old, but blind as well? How about the driving records of these young drivers? I feel that ability and sense is shown by one’s driving record along with being able to read a post-

ed 60 km/h sign will go a long way rather than to blame all our troubles on the elderly drivers, some of whom are the best drivers that are on the road. I am not saying I am one of those drivers, although my record might say so at present. Ron Barnard, Westbank

Happy 9th Birthday to our Storm Trooper, Nathan!!

Like no other place on earth Express yourself To the editor: There is nothing that B.C. can’t do. We’ve just hosted the best Olympic Winter Games celebration ever and showed that there is no limit to what we can accomplish if we put our collective hearts and minds to it. And the Paralympic Games weren’t just be an echo of the Winter Games, they sounded the charge anew. As a British Columbian of Greek ancestry, I

am doubly proud of what we’ve shown the world about this province and everything it has to offer. The environmentally friendly venues built for these Games made them the greenest Olympics in history and drew attention to the leading role B.C. is playing in the global transition to renewable energy sources and clean technologies. Every time I look up at Grouse Mountain

and the new wind turbine that’s been installed, I’m reminded of how much potential we’ve been given to work with in this wonderful province and how much we have to give to the world from our richness. We have the resources, we have the brains, we have the leadership and vision. And we’ve shown that we can do it like no other place on earth. Eugenia v, Vancouver

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Nature Trust of B.C. helps us retain something irreplaceable Since then I was asked to do an interview regarding my interest in this organization for a short documentary being produced to heighten pub-

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al financial report for the year ended Dec. 31, 2008. This was received for annual financial reports that achieve the highest program standards for Canadian government accounting and financial reporting. Okanagan School of Business students owned the podium at the second annual B.C. Business Simulation Competition, winning 14 out of a possible 16 gold metals. In the three-team competition categories, Okanagan School of Business students won gold in: Best Communications (senior and sophomore); Top Financial Performance (sophomore) and Top Team (sophomore). Okanagan College rounded out its team medals with silver for Top Team (senior) and a bronze in Top Financial Performance4 (senior). In the individual sophomore medal categories Abbie Norris, Anora Antoine and Dan-

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utland Middle School celebrates a milestone this week in marking the school’s 60th anniversary. The school was originally built as Rutland High School at a cost of $500,000. The first principal was D.H. Campbell, who also served as principal of Rutland Elementary School across the road. The auditorium, cafeteria and additional classrooms were added during construction projects in the 1950s. The school became Rutland Junior Secondary in 1972 with Don Ennis, Kelly Slater and Armand Lalonde as the administrators, while Drew Craig served as principal from 1986 to ’93. It became Rutland Middle School in ’93, with Mike Roberts, a former student at the school and the current Central Okanagan School District superintendent, as principal. Susannah Brown became principal in 1995 and Mike Proch, Greg Corry and Curtis Schreiber subsequently led the school into the new millennium. Sandra Sellick is the current principal. In preparation for the anniversary year, the Leadership 9 class students commissioned the painting of a commemorative mural in graffiti style. The mural slogan was the source of the slogan on the “Blast from the Past” commemorative Tshirts. Sally Ginter is the new regional manager for the Interior and Kootenay regions for the Canadian Cancer Society, working out of the Kelowna office. The cancer society has launched a new Daffodil Pins Campaign, encouraging everyone to wear a daffodil on April 9 as a badge of courage to show your support for those fighting cancer. The bright yellow pins can be purchased by donation at the Cancer Lodge, Save-On-Foods, B.C. Liquor branches and Chevron stations. Call Sally at 250-718-1863 or 250-

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Robert Smithson (like any employer) surely won’t want to do. The result is something of a “catch 22” for ICBC. It’s likely that ICBC will also advance the position that, due to its role as the primary auto insurer in B.C., part of its mandate is to discourage alcohol consumption and that its own operations are the

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best place to set that example. Just as a company promoting environmental sustainability may not want its employees chugging to and from work in a Hummer, ICBC may feel that its role is to discourage drinking and driving. But therein lies the catch—the policy (apparently) doesn’t focus solely on employees consuming alcohol and then operating a motor vehicle. It is the blanket effect of the policy which may be its downfall. As admirable as ICBC’s intentions may be, the policy seems on its face to over-reach in its application. Obviously, consuming alcohol at work is inappropriate as is showing up at work in an impaired state.

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But if an employee consumes a pint of beer during lunch hour, and is not in an impaired state as a result, what right does his or her employer have to restrict that conduct? I think ICBC will find that arbitrators in this province view the attempted regulation of employees’ non-work conduct with skepticism. That means ICBC has an uphill battle in convincing an arbitrator that this policy is reasonably required. To be sure, there are some circumstances in which regulation of offduty conduct is warranted. If an employee’s conduct brings the employer’s business into disrepute or in some manner (directly or indirectly) affects the employee’s ability to do a job, then the incursion into his or her private life may be deemed warranted. The range of scenarios in which this is likely to be the case, however, is limited. My own guess, not knowing anything more about the situation than what has been published in the Vancouver Sun, is that ICBC’s isn’t one of them. Robert Smithson is a lawyer 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. rsmithson@pushormitchell.com

nagan Teachers’ Association as teachers care deeply for their community and regularly volunteer for activities and events in our schools and in the community,” said COTA president Alice Rees. “Teachers donate hundreds of hours to teams, clubs and non-profit organizations. “While we can’t leave our classrooms to help out on Friday at the Day of Caring, we applaud and are delighted to support those who can volunteer their time and effort to this initiative.” For further information regarding Day of Caring, please visit www. unitedwaycso.com.

Special award for Prestige Collision The Okanagan Chapter of the Canadian Association for Family Enterprise has named Prestige Collision Services as the winner of the local Family Enterprise of the Year Award. Prestige Collision Services now becomes eligible for the National Award to be presented in Regina during the CAFE Symposium to be held in May 2010. Prestige Collision Services have been honoured this year as recipients of the College Young Alumni Award as well as the 2009 Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Mark and Todd Regier were delighted to receive the CAFE Family

Enterprise of the Year Award. “It is a great honour to have our business receive this wonderful recognition,” Mark Regier said. The award, first established in 1983 and sponsored by RBC Royal Bank and KPMG Enterprise, recognizes significant achievement made within a family enterprise, acknowledging the importance of the family enterprise in today’s changing economy. Previous local finalists and winners have included Bylands Nurseries, Lake Country Builders, Cedar Creek Estate Winery and Quails’ Gate Estate Winery. “KPMG is proud to be a National Co-sponsor of

the CAFE Family Enterprise of the Year Award,” said Kelly Watson, associate partner-tax, KPMG LLP in Kelowna. “This partnership has helped build our relationship with this respected organization and further demonstrates our dedication to family business. “Family business comprises a significant part of the local regional and Canadian economy and, for that reason, is an important focus for KPMG Enterprise. “RBC is committed to building the health and prosperity of the communities in which we live and work, and we are pleased to support CAFE in recognizing family businesses that make a posi-

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our community.” Title sponsor for Day of Caring, 2010 is Interior Savings. “Our Credit Union is built on the foundation of community membership,” said Barry Meckler, president and CEO of Interior Savings. “We are proud to support the United Way in its dedication to keeping our community healthy and thriving.” The Central Okanagan Teachers Association, also a sponsor, is also encouraging support for Day of Caring. “Sponsoring the United Way Day of Caring was an easy decision for the Central Oka-

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ccording a recent article by Randy Shore, published in the Vancouver Sun, the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia has implemented a policy banning consumption of alcohol by employees during the work day. Unfortunately for ICBC, its work day includes a lunch period for which employees are not paid. The employees’ union, the Canadian Office and Professional Employees (COPE), has already voiced its opposition to this policy. COPE’s position is, in effect, that the employer is overreaching by attempting to regulate employees’ conduct during periods for which they are not paid. According to Shore’s article, ICBC’s new policy “specifically prohibits employees from drinking on their lunch hours.” The article quoted an ICBC representative as saying, “We take the position that any amount of alcohol will not improve an employee’s judgment.” That’s an interesting, and perhaps poorly expressed, perspective. There are many other activities employees engage in which won’t improve their judgment—I wonder if ICBC is planning on banning those, too. Should there be a grievance and a resulting arbitration hearing over this policy, ICBC may find itself in a delicate position. Surely, in order to convince an arbitrator that such a far-reaching policy is necessary, ICBC must advance the position that it has a widespread problem with employees being impaired on the job. However, admitting in a public forum that it has a widespread problem with employees showing up impaired for work is something that ICBC

On Friday, March 26, more than 20 volunteers from local businesses, organizations, unions, service clubs and individuals from the community participated in the Interior Savings-United Way Day of Caring. The volunteers kick started their day with muffins and coffee from Okanagan College before completing projects at seven of the United Way Community Partner locations. The projects included painting, organizing, spring cleaning, yard work, adaptive hiking and creating marketing plans. Volunteers helped organize cupboards and

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textbook amounts transferred from a child. The maximum tuition, education, and textbook amount transferred from a child is $5,000 minus the amount the child uses. Tuition, education, and textbook amounts that a student carried forward from a previous year cannot be transferred. Moving expenses are often missed by eligible tax payers. You can deduct eligible moving expenses from employment or self-employment income you earn at your new location, if you move and establish a new home for employment, or carry on a business. Your new home must be at least 40 kilometres closer to your new place of work or education institution. Students are allowed to deduct moving expenses from the part of scholarship, fellowship, bursaries, certain prizes and research grants required to

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t is encouraging to see our national employment levels have increased and stabilized since last July. B.C.’s labour market statistics indicate moderate increases as well, and for Okanagan employers and employees this is good news. While many business owners have been unable to avoid layoffs over the past year, others have found creative ways to cut back and still retain their top talent which means they are now prepared and able to respond to the latest resurgence in business activity. One way companies have avoided layoffs over the past year is by taking advantage of the federal government’s work sharing program. This program allows employers to keep staff employed on a temporarily reduced work week (a 20 to 60 per cent reduction in hours) with wages subsidized through the federal Employment Insurance program. As with all government programs, work sharing has specific criteria for eligibility and participation. To learn more about it visit www.servicecanada.gc.ca. I have heard some notable success stories with the work sharing program. One employer in particular has been able to retain all its employees even while being on the wage subsidy program for almost a year. Now that business is picking up again, they have experienced staff ready and willing to take on the increased workload. Obviously a program like work sharing is a mixed blessing for employees. It has meant keeping their jobs but losing some precious income and those who struggle to make ends meet even in the best of times will really notice less cash flow in their households. Participating in the program is a very personal decision for employees. It requires faith in their employer and hope that the wage reduction is only temporary. When employers are able to retain and motivate workers under these

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Fear of failure won’t scare a motivated entrepreneur L ast week, I spent a chock block of time visiting with a mix of existing, aspiring and budding entrepreneurs including some Okanagan College soonto-be graduates. I had a great time listening to the stories and seeing the excitement and determination in people’s eyes. It is a magic that inspires me everyday to delve into my own sphere of reference of the entrepreneurial spirit. This immersion has prompted me to share a continuation of rhetoric about, yes, the entrepreneurial spirit. What is the entrepreneurial spirit? Most magazines and newspapers printed today make some reference to entrepreneurs or entrepreneurship in some

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Joel Young shape or form. To retrace, entrepreneurship is derived from the French word “entreprendre,” which means to undertake, to pursue opportunities or to fulfill needs or wants through innovation and creativity—more simplistically, it’s the creation of a new venture. In Canada, men, women and youth of all ages, races and religions display the entrepreneurial spirit through their launch of new entrepreneurial ventures. Every business or

venture, whether it succeeds or fails, begins with that entrepreneurial spirit. These few quotations below from Canadian academics and business folk confirm in my mind the statistics, surveys and research studies that show Canadians have begun an “entrepreneurial revolution” of sorts: “Entrepreneurs are the dream makers, the risk takers who dare to turn their dream into their reality. “Realizing the vision becomes everything to an entrepreneur. They believe fully that what they will create. “Entrepreneurs, contrary somewhat to a general belief, are in their venture only to accumulate wealth for themselves. “They define their success according to the

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donated $ 2,000 on behalf of the bank to the Okanagan Valley Entrepreneurs Society to sponsor the society’s monthly town hall series. Joining Fraser for the presentation were other branch managers along with society president Colin Parker (right) and society founder JoelYoung (next to Parker). Sixty per cent of one survey respondents in eastern Canada aged 18 to 34 would rather be selfemployed. Many of these Canadians who have exhibited a propensity toward the entrepreneurial spirit also have some very clear ideas about the types of ventures they would like to start. Responses range from opening a retail outlet, to a construction firm, to becoming a consultant. Last Friday, when

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Those other garden pestsâ&#x20AC;Śaches, pains and cramps Ginny Smith

ers routinely hoist 50pound boxes of cucumbers, watermelons, and eggplantsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but not by bending at the waist. Siller bends his knees slowly, keeping his back straight. He keeps in shape with runs and daily yoga, learned from Mom, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a yoga instructor.

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Gardening is awfully good for the soul, but it can be hell on the body. The former is the stuff of February daydreams. The latterâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all that pain from hauling and bending, raking and pruningâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;fades in winter. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in delicious denial till spring. And then, filled with primordial anticipation, we head outside, only to inflict pain upon ourselves once again. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sore muscles come with the territory, but when you get such a positive result, you tend to block that out of your mind,â&#x20AC;? says Winnie Harris, program and volunteer coordinator for a project called University City Green that operates in neighbourhoods around Philadelphia. Now hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a gardener we can identify with. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to get out there,â&#x20AC;? Harris says, even though summer brings 16-hour workdays with UC Greenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youth program, taking care of 500 street trees, plus work in her own garden. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As one of my girlfriends said to me, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had enough and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done too much.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? To reinvigorate, and to ease the exhaustion and sometime soreness, she soaks, sometimes twice daily, in a tub of steamy water infused with an oldtime favorite: Dr. Bronnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Peppermint Soap. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nothing like that peppermint bath,â&#x20AC;? Harrris says. But sometimes peppermint wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cut it, as Patty Brick of Egg Harbor Township, N.J., knows firsthand. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a gardener and physical therapist well-acquainted with sore back muscles and injuries to shoulders, elbows, wrists, and hands caused by stressful repetitive motion in the garden. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People are lifting heavy bags of mulch, repotting and replanting, moving shrubs. Every-

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el, which gets a lot done on Saturday and causes miserable immobility on Sunday. Brick has a better idea, one she uses on the flower and vegetable gardens, shrubs, and containers on her own one-acre property. This is going to sound like your mother telling you to eat right and go to bed early, but there was truth to that and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s truth to this: Brick sensibly divides the garden chores into manageable bites, in proper sequence; then, using ergonomically designed tools, she paces herself. She cleans out the beds in March, moves things around in April, plants anew in May. Brick takes her time, making sure to work in two-hour chunks or so, with breaks in between. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Give your muscles and joints a chance to recover from what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done for the last two hours,â&#x20AC;? she says. Such admirable organization! Such exem-

plary self-control! Perhaps we alone lack these qualities, for hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s another gardener, David Siller, who is all of that. He only occasionally gets sore, which, for a 31year-old guy, is about as bad as it gets. Siller farms for Weavers Way Co-op in Mount Airy, Pa., using his hands like any home gardener, but on a much grander scale. Not like the big commercial farms, though, where he says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can see farmers with big beer bellies riding tractors.â&#x20AC;? Siller tries to stay mindful of his methods. When digging holes, for example, he wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t jump on a shovel, over and over, with one foot. Better to evenly distribute the weight by using both feet. Lifting is another problematic activity, as anyone who has ever lugged mulch bags through the back 40 can attest. Weavers Way farm-

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Top 10 truths about the music business of the future “The absolute transformation of everything that we ever thought about music will take place within 10 years, and nothing is going to be able to stop it. I see no point in pretending that it’s not going to happen. I’m fully confident that copyright, for instance, will no longer exist in 10 years, and authorship and intellectual property is in for such a bashing. “Music itself is going to become like running water or electricity. So, just take advantage of these last few years because none of this is ever going to happen again. “You’d better be prepared for doing a lot of touring because that’s really the only unique situation that’s going to be left. “It’s terribly exciting. But on the other hand it doesn’t matter if you think it’s exciting or not; it’s what’s going to happen.” – David Bowie New York Times, June 2002 m most stations are centrally progr grammed) so the public goes to the In Internet to find what they want and th they get more than just a song. They get artist websites, tour ddates, fan pages, hidden tracks, aand much, much more. The authors want to stress tthat the digital music revoluttion will greatly benefit those Pyper Geddes CONTRIBUTOR

The quote above from Ziggy himself was taken from the first chapter of the ground-breaking book The Future of Music. Sub-titled “Manifesto for the digital music revolution,” this book should be a staple in the library of anyone in the music industry. Written by David Kusek and Gerd Leonhard in 2005, the book bravely goes where few dare to tread. The authors face the harsh realties that the record industry is facing these days. But, as we all know, just because the record industry is suffering doesn’t mean the music industry suffers as well. With millions and millions of gigabytes of different material floating around out there, music has never been so popular! Kusek and Leonhard touch on the top 10 truths about the music

business of the future which provides some insight on what we might be facing a few years down the road. These truths define the nature of the artist-fan relationship and anyone wishing to remain relevant in their sector of the industry will find them very significant. The book offers radical new ideas on what is to come in the industry. We all know about the scandalous buzz surrounding P2P (peer-topeer) networks and file-sharing, but are these networks going to be the saviour of the music industry? Approximately 75 per cent of kids in the U.S. participate in file-sharing on a regular basis. They know it’s illegal, yet they still continue doing it. The book suggests that rather than trying to hold the public back from sharing music online perhaps the record industry should try to work with the popularity of filesharing. People no longer listen to the radio for new music because they feel as if it’s all the same thing over and over (which it basically is since

who love music as well as those who make music. The Future of Music emanates with positive change, hope and limitless possibilities on what can happen in the future of the music industry. As a part of the ever-changing industry, I believe that it’s hugely important to prepare ourselves for what is to come in the future.

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Easy, yummy, nutritious carrot soup for Easter “Carrots are divine…You get a dozen for a dime, It’s maaaa-gic!” —Bugs Bunny ugs was right— carrots are reasonably priced, easy to find and are loaded with nutritional value. To start, carrots are one of the best sources of carotene, which is a strong antioxidant. An excellent source of pro-vitamin A, vitamins C, D, E, K, B1 and B6, carrots are rich with biotin, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, organic sodium and some trace minerals. Carrots are wonderful juiced and provide a natural aid to the healing of various diseases. Interesting fact: Un-

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Jennifer Schell like most veggies, except in a juiced form, carrots provide more nutritional value cooked than raw. Versatile to cook with, carrots are great steamed, stir-fried, roasted, pureed—and are even delicious in desserts. Grandpa used to say that they even make you see well in the dark—not sure if that is exactly true, but it is a fact that vitamin A is good for your eyes so perhaps he was right.

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over medium heat and add olive oil and onion, sautéing until slightly golden colour. Add garlic and sauté another minute then add chicken stock, ginger and carrots. Bring to the boil, then cover and reduce heat to low and simmer for a half an hour or until carrots are soft. Remove from heat then stir in coconut milk, lemon juice and zest, chili garlic sauce then puree with hand blender until smooth. Serve with chopped cilantro on top and a swirl of coconut milk. Easy-peasy good! Jennifer Schell is editor of B.C. Wine Trails Magazine. jennschell@shaw.ca

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Bruce Mitchell you notice on this new and fifth album is its brevity. There are only nine tunes on this 38-minute CD and that was done on purpose as Goldfrapp has come up with an album where every song could be released as a single— hence no need for filler? The second thing you notice on hearing Head First is the retro ’80s grooves and sounds in the music where it is mentioned in their press biography that “decommissioned sounds from the sonic warehouse” were used liberally (does anyone remember the socalled scene of post punk, new romantics?). A lot of this CD sounds like hooky old AM radio dance pop from the Euro trash, Kraftwerk lines in Believer to the retro synths of the lead off Rocket and the near minimalism of Shiny And Warm. Only the closing Voicething tends toward artiness as Goldfrapp cuts and pastes sonics and faux vocals with oohs, aahs

and various ululations. But I would not bet against a hit or two as Goldfrapp attempt avante garde by being more retro. B-

JUNO 2010 AWARDS: (SONY)

This is a very generous offering from the Juno Awards with 20 songs over 75 minutes. But this year’s offering is a little less adventurous than some of the past Juno compilations. There are no less than a half dozen hard guitar-driven tunes from the likes of Three Days Grace, Billy Talent, (the ubiquitous) Nickelback, Arkells, Stereos, etc. Meanwhile, there is plenty of dance rock which ain’t that far from guitar-driven rock with new music from Metric, The New Cities, Hedley and, believe it or not, The Tragically Hip. The end of this disc houses the more established acts such as Diana Krall and Jann Arden (the only singer/songwriter here!), while country stars Blue Rodeo and Johnny Reid round out the set. Lots of new and emerging acts but the variety doesn’t seem as interesting or eclectic this time out.

After making two dreadful films—Clambake and Speedway— Elvis Presley made a stunning return to live performance on the widely hailed NBC-TV Comeback Special 1968 that proved the ‘king’ still had some cahones, after most rock ’n roll fans had given up on him. From this, Elvis booked himself in a Las Vegas 2,000 seater nightclub with a large crackerjack band that included guitar great James Burton, a string section, horns and a slew of back-up singers. The back-to-back albums On Stage and In Person were also widely hailed although they were much different than the NBC-TV special album in that this started Elvis’ massive and hyper driven Vegas Revue era that carried him to the end of his life at age 42 when he died of a drug overdose. The mighty RCA label has no problems repackaging old Elvis material and his fans still seem to lap it up so this new concert rehashes a lot of well known material from 1969 and ‘70. It is heralded as Elvis 75th birthday as well as 40 years since these groundbreaking concerts. There are several additional songs from these concerts but almost all of these tunes have been released elsewhere to incite the previous compleatist fan.

The only new thing here is the lengthy rehearsal of The Wonder

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Installations of Dysfunctional Chairs continues at KAG W hen is a chair not a chair? When it is a deconstructed, dysfunctional chair, and that is exactly what we have at the Kelowna Art Gallery right now in our outdoor Rotary Courtyard space. Kelowna artist Lori Mairs took the opportunity to fashion a family of mix-and-match components, which she has been changing around on a monthly basis since her show, titled Ellipses, opened on Nov. 7, 2009. What a treat for repeat visitors to the gallery to see entirely new configurations and arrangements of these sculptural forms. The show runs until May 9, so there will still be one further incarnation to come to see. A few years ago Mairs developed and refined a personal, idiosyncratic vocabulary of forms made from carefully selected materials. She uses lengths of steel flatbar into which she methodically drills holes at

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Liz Wylie regular intervals. Bolting these lengths together, she can either draw in space with them or form threedimensional forms. When she wishes, these can be closed in with sheets of mulberry paper soaked in beeswax. The components for Ellipses are not chair-like in and of themselves, but some read like fragments of chairs (legs, for instance) and at times they have been arranged to look vaguely chairish in an albeit organic kind of way. Mairs also has parallel practices of jewelry making from found antlers and in small-scale sculpture made from found animal bones. In these, as well as in her work with the steel flatMitchell from B9 tions his constipation jokingly in song—as sedatives also serve to slow down the GI tract. Anyway, beautifully packaged and great liner notes but no real new revelations other than sluggish bowels. B

LORI MAIRS, detail (above and right), installation shot of Ellipses, 2009. bar and other materials to make large-scale work, the artist maintains a consistently organic sensibility. There is also a distinctly lighthearted quality to her work that everso-gently nudges a viewer to consider the more profound aspects and connotations of her pieces and the formal and symbol-

ic relationships she is exploring. The Dysfunctional Chairs series is ongoing in the Gallery’s Rotary Courtyard space, and gives artists the chance to work in ways that might not normally be part of their practice. The idea stemmed from a comment made by a former curator at the Kelowna

Art Gallery, Ihor Holubzky commenting on the boat that cannot float (a sculpture in the permanent collection by Alberta artist Peter von Theisenhausen, made from twigs, and suspended from the ceiling of the Kelowna Art Gallery’s galleria space, and the bell that does not ring (also in the collection and installed

over the main entrance of the gallery, designed and woven by Toronto artist Mark Gomes). This called out for a third item to complete the set and so the idea of a chair that no one can sit on was born. By having this series of temporary

commissions the gallery is able to further fulfill its mission of supporting and promoting contemporary Canadian art.

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EXP. Childcare provider in Black Mountain area (5 mins from Rutland). Safe & fun environment. Lots of toys, crafts & games. Fully fnc’d. Strict N/S environment. Up to date First Aid/CPR and crim. records check. Providing care for infants to 8 yrs. Receipts. Call Alison @ 250-491-8254 for more info and availability.

Born: July 10, 1927 Died: March 24, 2010 A tea for Elsie Claridge will be held Saturday, April 3 starting at 2 p.m. at the Oyama Community Hall, 15710 Oyama Road. Everyone is welcome.

Information 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 April 1st. 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 HOST AN Event for the 11th Annual Arts and Culture Week! April 18-24, schools & arts councils across BC are presenting arts events. www.bcartsweek.org.

Happy, Healthy, Laughter & Learning. Pick up AME, AAS & Dorothea Walker. 250-764-6109

Business Opportunities ARE you highly motivated and looking for a home based online business? Flexible hours, free training, great income and incentives, real support. www.greenlivingconnection.ca HIGHLY PROFITABLE recession proof business looking to expand. Email info@TechProSolutions.ca or call (250) 540-8898. ONLINE TRAINERS NEEDED Earn full time $$, work part time hrs. Turn 5-10 hrs per week into $2000-$4000 monthly. www.123bossfree.com PRESSURE Washing Business for sale, equipment & cube van. Call 250-260-8473 SUCCESSFUL Owner/Operator Irrigation business for sale. 500+ customer list. Incl. equipment. Great starter or expansion business opportunity. Call 250-718-4744

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Lost & Found FOUND: Sunglasses Mar. 22nd??, in Kelowna Zellers, call to I.D. 250-769-9133 LOST: March 19 at Sarsons Beach, Maui Jim Sunglasses. Prescription, reader bifocals. Reward offered. Call 250-7647264, 250-862-6915 Kelowna

Sports & Recreation ADULT SAILING LESSONS. April 6 - April 29th. 8 classes, 4 Saturdays on sailboat & 4 weeknights in clubhouse. Registration is now until April 5th or until classes are full. Cost is $170. Kelowna Yacht Club, 250-762-3310. www.kelowna yachtclub.com/education-6.htm

Childcare Available AT TIGGER & ME Too Daycare: Spots available for 21/2 5year olds & Kindercare. 250765-4900 (Rutland). AUNTIE NANNY’S DAYCARE has 1 opening for ages 1-5yrs. Fun, caring, safe environment, healthy snacks incl. Park next door. References. 250-8618484.

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MICHAEL TYLER INGRAM September 11, 1979 - April 1, 2005

In Our Hearts We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new, We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. We think of you in silence, we often speak your name. Now all we have is memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, with which we’ll never part. God has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts. Your Loving Family Mom, Marty, Steve and Family. Andy & Family and Grandparents.

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LEBARGE, PAT

August 28, 1948 - December 27, 2009. Went to be with her Lord and Savior after a short struggle with Cancer. Pat was a loving mother of two sons, Jason (Sheryl) LeBarge and Jeffery LeBarge. Also two grandsons, Ryan and Owen LeBarge. Survived by her mother, Dorothy Preston; brother Ron (Pat) Preston; sister Marlene (John) Saharchuk; nieces, Candy (Dave) Banser and family, Taffy (Scott) Wale and family, and Sherry (Lorne) Lucas and family. Along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Pat was predeceased by her dad, Claude Preston in 2002, her infant daughter, Jolene and nephew, Sandy. Pat loved the nursing profession ﬁnally reaching her goal of becoming a registered nurse in the mid 80’s, and moved to Kelowna shortly there after. Pat was a nurse at the Kelowna Hospital. Pat will be sadly missed by all of her loved ones. A memorial service will be held at Everden Rust Funeral Services at 1910 Windsor Road, Kelowna, BC on Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of ﬂowers donations can be made to the Central Okanagan Hospice House. Arrangements in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services, 250-860-6440. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.everdenrust.com

WELDER, Rose

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma, Rose Welder, on March 29, 2010 at the age of 85. She leaves to mourn her children: Diane Brow, Gary Welder (Maureen), Lynn Lalonde (Larry); grandchildren: Justin and Jay Brow, Jeremy and Jordan Welder, Logan Lalonde; great granddaughter Alexis Welder; sisters: Ronnie, Monica and Ann (her twin). Rose was predeceased by her husband Dell Welder in 1998; siblings: Raymond, Gene, Walter, Bill, Joe, Cy, Jerry, Clara, Irene, Mary, Rita, Fran and Margaret. Never one to complain, Rose battled courageously with pain for the last few years. She enjoyed spending quality time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchild, who were her life. Other pastimes included visiting, playing crib and scrabble. Special thanks to all the nurses and staff at Kelowna’s Hospice House and Dr. Mackle for their tender care of Mom in her final days. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, April 1st at 10:00 am at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Road, Kelowna, BC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central Okanagan Central Okanagan Hospice Association – Hospice House, #202-1456 St. Paul Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 2E6. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

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RHYNO - HOWARD

Went to be with the Lord on March 27, 2010 at the age of 58 years. Survived by his loving wife of 39 years Carolyn, daughter Tracey (Scott) Hewitson and their three children Alicia, Zach and Fox, son Tim (Rose) and their four children Darnel, Trae, Melia and Rylan, son Trevor (Michaela) and their four children Tiana, Rex, Azrielle and Abelline, 11 grandchildren, his mother Elaine, three brothers Fred, Gerald and Tony, two sisters Isabel and Valerie. Private family service. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations may be made to the BC Heart & Stroke Foundation, #4 - 1551 Sutherland Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 9M9. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springﬁeldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

RUMBLE, LILLIAN

Passed away suddenly on March 24, 2010 at the age of 90 in Kelowna, BC. She was born in England and immigrated to Canada in 1947. Lillian is survived by her sons Wally (Adina) Kelowna, Jim (Sheila) England, daughter Brenda (England), and her sister Rita (England), grandchildren Dean (Revelstoke), Tracy (Vernon), Chantelle (Kelowna) Stephen, Brigitte and Peter (England) also numerous great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Lillian enjoyed travelling to Mexico, fishing with her son Wally, sewing for her great grand children, gardening, canning, painting, ceramics and being with family and friends. We wish to thank the Kelowna Fire Dept., staff of Kelowna General Hospital 4th floor, Dr.’s at Emergency, Dr. Wiebe, and Interior Health staff for your care and compassion. In Lieu of flowers those wishing to remember Lillian, please donate to the Canadian Cancer Society. A Celebration of Lillian’s Life, will take place on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at 1pm at the Army, Navy and Airforce Club, 270 Dougall Road North, Kelowna.

KNOWLES - CW (BILL) 1908-2010

Bill passed away peacefully on March 25, 2010 at the age of 101. He was born and raised in Kelowna, living most of his life here. Bill met his wife of 73 years, Joyce Jennens, and together raised their daughters Diana and Sylvia Knowles, both of Kelowna. Bill will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his four grandchildren Lance Taylor of Coquitlam, Leah Ross of Edmonton, David Murphy of Innisfail and Tara Crossley of Cambodia and his 10 great grand children. With his passion and zest for life Bill was always a pleasure to be around, proven by the many lifelong friends he and Joyce enjoyed. From an early age Bill was always up for adventure, enjoying a lifetime of travel, canoeing, white water rafting and hiking. In his later years he was a timeless champion of Kelowna fighting to preserve historical buildings and sites. Even in his mid 90’s he had an enthusiasm and love of life which enabled him to write weekly columns for the Daily Courier and Capital News. He also wrote a memoir of Kelowna’s early days titled “According to Bill.” Bill’s greatest happiness centered around Joyce, his daughter’s, family & friends. He could often be heard saying “I am the luckiest man in the world” Many thanks to all the staff at the Villlage of Smith Creek and a special thanks to Corrie Kilcup whose wonderful care of dad was so appreciated. In leiu of flowers donations may be made to Central Okanagan Heritage Society, 1060 Cameron Ave. V1Y 8V3. Funeral Services to be held at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Ave, Kelowna on Sunday April 4 at 1:00pm.

MOORE: WILFRID MARTIN (BILL) May 5th, 1925 - March 27th, 2010

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bill on March 27th, 2010 at the age of 84 years. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 60 years, Amy Doreen and sons Rand (Colleen), Scott, Jeffrey (Shannon) and grandchildren Ceili, Frank, Trevor, Lindsay and Kirstan. He is also survived by brothers John (Rose-Marie) and Richard , as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Bill proudly served with the RCAF during WWII as a wireless airgunner on Liberators with Coastal Command, ﬂying out of Milltown, Scotland. After the war he resigned his commission before re-joining the RCAF in 1946, retiring in 1971. In 1971 Bill joined the CNIB in Regina before transferring to the CNIB BC Yukon Division in Vancouver, retiring as their chief accountant in 1988. In 1991 Bill and Doreen moved to Kelowna. A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion 1380 Bertram Street, Kelowna on Saturday, April 3rd, 2010 at 11:00 AM. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna. 250-762-2299

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Busy Appliance Centre in Cranbrook BC is currently looking for an appliance technician. This is a full time position. Wages negotiable upon experience. If you are a take charge type of person, please apply to Box 185, c/o Kootenay Advertiser, 1510-2nd St N., Cranbrook, BC, V1C 3L2.

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Nature’s Fare Markets is looking for enthusiastic, team-minded individual with a passion for healthy living. We are currently accepting resumes for

full time position in our produce department We are seeking an experienced, reliable, and motivated person with a solid industry background and knowledge of inventory management. We offer a positive workplace, competitive wages and an incentive and beneﬁts package. Must be willing to work both evenings and weekends. All interested applicants, please bring your resume to the front desk at Nature’s Fare Markets, 4624 Lakeshore Rd.

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Executive Assistant Administration & Finance UBC Okanagan

The University of British Columbia Okanagan is currently accepting applications for the Executive Assistant to the Associate Vice President Administration and Finance. The Executive Assistant exercises considerable initiative and judgment in providing departmental administrative leadership in a wide range of administrative, financial, facilities and communication responsibilities.

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A career that fits, naturally. Selkirk College values family, healthy living and a positive work-life balance in the scenic West Kootenay & Boundary. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) As the Assistant Director of HR, you will focus on dayto-day labour relations issues and act as a senior HR generalist providing a wide range of HR services. You will have a Baccalaureate degree in a related discipline and 5-7 years of relevant experience. FULL TIME: commencing immediately. Competition #20. CLOSING: April 14, 2010. Visit our website for details on this and other career opportunities. Selkirk College Human Resources 301 Frank Beinder Way, Castlegar, BC V1N 4L3 250.365.1390 | postings@selkirk.ca

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Help Wanted ESTABLISHED underground construction company requires highly skilled professional pipe layers, equipment operators, truck drivers, flaggers, concrete finishers & foremen. Strong work ethics and extensive experience are mandatory. The successful applicant will be self driven, have an aptitude for the construction industry and a high level of motivation. As well, they will pass a mandatory skills and safety written exam and drug testing. Top wages and extensive benefits pkg offered only to those that have a strong desire to be successful and maintain the highest standard of work results & ethics on a long term basis. Please apply in person to BC Underground, #203-171 Commercial Drive, Kelowna BC, INSIDE Sales Associate for young growing company. Must have experience in building supply industry, door, window & cabinetry experience an asset. Wages negotiable. Email resume to tombohna@hotmail.com Kelowna Pacific Railway Ltd. Currently has an opening for Track Supervisor. This position will be based out of our Vernon, BC offices and will report to our Manager of Track. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in track maintenance and inspection and be able to supervise unionized employees. Please submit resumes to: info@khawk.ca or drop them off at our Vernon office at 2806 – 27th Ave. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. LAKE COUNTRY Building Centre - Hiring for a 2-ton delivery driver. Must be able to do some heavy lifting and work weekends. Drop resumes off at #3223 Woodsdale Rd. LEMARE LAKE Logging Ltd., is accepting resumes for Coastal Hand Fallers on Northern Vancouver Island.Please send resume by fax or email; Attention: Jen Ouellette, 250-956-4888 or jouellette@lemare.ca NAHANNI CONSTRUCTION, Yellowknife, NT. Nahanni Construction is currently looking for Journeyman Certified: Electricians, Welders, Plumbers and Scaffolders. Please apply by sending your resume to: Jody@NahanniNCL.com Need Cash? Cash Factory Loans offers Payday, CTB, EI, & Pension Loans up to $800, collateral Loans up to $10,000, now offering Cheque Cashing & Tax Returns! Money in Minutes! 1756 Springfield across from Rona or 250-869-1499. PEACHLAND Liquour Store is looking for outgoing responsible P/T staff to work a variety of shifts incl. long weekends. Prev. till or liquour store experience is an asset. Please apply in person Hwy. 97, Peachland Centre Mall THAI COOK assistant for restaurant in Salmon Arm, BC. Two years experience, 35-40hrs/wk. $1500-$2000 monthly. Fax resume Nipa 1250-804-0694

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Land Act and Mines Act: Notice of the intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land and Notice of Proposed Rock Quarry FrontCounter BC Kamloops has accepted applications made by Westbank First Nations in partnership with Canadian Aggregates Inc., on behalf of the Integrated Land Management Bureau (ILMB), Thompson-Okanagan Service centre and the Ministry and Minerals Division, Kamloops-South Central Region for the purpose of a sand/gravel pit situated on Provincial Crown land near Kelowna and containing 37.0 hectares more or less. The proposed applications are situated at: portions of District Lot 3542 and adjacent unsurveyed Crown land all of Osoyoos Division Yale District. The ILMB File Number that has been established for this application is 3412092 and Mines File reference is 1620848 Westcan pit. Written comments concerning the Land or Mines application should be directed to Chief Inspector Mines/Section Head Crown lands c/o FrontCounter BC, 441 Columbia St., Kamloops, BC V2C 2T3. Your written comments should quote the above ﬁle numbers. The Provincial government may not be able to consider comments received after April 30, 2010. Please visit our website to review the Lands and Mines applications http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ ApplicationPosting/index.jsp Search Search by File number: insert Lands File Number for more information. Please note that the Chief inspector does not have a mandate to consider the merits of the proposed mine from a zoning or a land use planning perspective. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the FOI Advisor at Integrated Land Management Bureau regional ofﬁce.

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CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATIONS DECKS, DECKS, DECKS Karpinsky Brothers Construction Complete Reno’s, Additions, Garages, Decks, Framing, Finishing, Tenant Improvements. FOR FREE ESTIMATE CALL JOHN 250-870-7441 OR HARRY 250-317-3304

ER DECKING Complete Decks • Arbors • Picollas • Gazebos • Stairs • Planters

Call 250-765-0879

Spring Special on now. Call for details 250-763-7114

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Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Gutters & Downspouts

IAN’S Yrd. Maint. Comm. & Res. De-Thatching, Pruning, Tree Removal, Fertilizing, Wkly. Lawncare, U/G Sprinklers, 250-765-3215

KELOWNA GUTTER Cleaning and repairs. ﬁx leaks, re slope gutters, add downpipes etc, also fascia/sofﬁt Call Richard 250-718-6718

IT’S Spring! Yard & Property. Main. Res. & Comm. Pw’rake, Aeration, Fert, Etc. 808-0624

Handypersons

I WANT TO CUT Your Lawn! Plain & simple, your lawn needs cutting, and I cut lawns. I’m asking for your business, and in exchange, you will receive both excellent value and exceptional service, GUARANTEED! Weekly maintenance, power raking, pruning, aerating, spring clean-ups, etc. Senior’s discounts, all inquiries welcome! 250-878-7283 ...Common Sense Yard Care...

TERRY’S Handyman Service. Free Estimates. Int/ext painting, carpentry, baseboards, loads to the dump. No job too small. 250-575-4258, 250-4506939

Heat, Air, Refrig. SOMMERFELD Heating A/C, Install & Repair Heat Pumps, F/P, Gas Fitting Lic. 215-6767

LITZ Lawn Care, weekly mowing, fertilizing, pwr. raking, hedge trimming & gen. yrd. clean-ups. Free Est. 764-6404

Home Improvements ADDITIONS, finished bsmts, kitchen & bth reno’’s, tile, hrwd & laminate flooring. Drywall, painting. Ext/int finishing. Call 250-870-3187 INTERIOR FINISHING/reno’s, hardwood floors, tiling. 2 carpenters over 40 years exp. Insured, WCB. Call Derek 250215-1087 INTERIOR Finishing & Reno’’s. No Job too small, Install & Repairs. Drywall, Plumbing, Doors/Win, Baseboards, Cab., Kitchens, Bthrms. 859-2787 KMS Home Energy Upgrades, Providing Energy Efficient Solutions & Upgrades for Your Home, Windows, Doors, Ductless Heating/AC, Hardi Plank, and more. 1-877-567-2799 or www.KMSupgrades.ca RESTYLING your living space? Freedom contracting makes your vision into reality. Remodelling - Interiors/Exteriors. Laminate flooring, painting, patios, pergolas etc. Call Doug, 250-575-7006 for estimates. THE Old Pro’’s, Licence & Insured, Reno’’s, Remodeling etc. Barry @ 250-826-2599

Mission Creek Landscaping Ltd. Spring cleanup, Aerating, Dethatching, Power raking, Top dressing, Debris removal, Res/Com lawn and garden care, Landscape design and installation, Affordable rates. P. 250.859.5450 Email: info@ missioncreeklandscaping.ca

M&S LAWN & GARDEN Power Raking, Mowing, Pruning, Yard Clean-up, General Maintenance, Irrigation, Complete Landscaping, Retainer Walls, Water Features. Free Estimates Jim 250-861-3693

TAM’S Gardening. Spring clean-ups/Maint. Planting, weeding, pruning. 250-575-3750 YARDWORKS. Book you aerating and de-thatching needs now. Father & Son team entering their 13th yr. of business. Kelowna only. 250-764-5172

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Home Improvements 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. WELLERMADE. Additions, Reno’s, Sun-decks, Bsmt. stes., etc.768-2202 878-6967 Wood Flooring, Log Siding, Log Cabins, Decking, Fencing & T&G U Joint. www.rouckbros.com Rouck Bros. Lumby, BC 1-800-960-3388

Landscaping

Moving & Storage

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

TREMBLAY’S EXCAVATING retaining walls, full landscaping. Exc/Bobcat.250-979-8033 UNIQUE Landscape Supply See us at 2810 Benvoulin Rd. or call 801-YARD (9273)

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, 250493-2687 LOW COST MOVING AND DELIVERY, FULLY INSURED, RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL MOVES, KITCHEN CABINET DELIVERIES. #1 IN SERVICE & RELIABLILITY. PLEASE CALL TODAY 250-470-8284 www.cchdeliveries.com

EDGING Emerald Cedars Okanagan Grown SPECIAL!

6 ft-10 for $280 5 ft-10 for $189 4ft-10 for $150 2 Gal.-10 for $135 1 Gal.-20 for $95 3 ft-Blue Spruce-10 for $250

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

Kitchen Cabinets BATHROOM RENO’S. Plumbing Repairs. Bathrooms By Gemini 862-6991, 764-0189 MARYANNE’S Kitchen Design. 25% off. See ad in Service Directory. 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. 250878-7040 Call Joe.

Landscaping #1 STOP FOR ROCKS. www.bcrocks.com. Please call 250-862-0862 ASPEN LANDSCAPING. Spring clean up, aerating, pruning, etc. 250-317-7773. BARK Mulch, good quality top soil & landscape supplies, Sunoaka Valley Transport Ltd. 2696 Kyle Rd. Open Mon. Sat. 8-5pm, 250-769-9094 We Deliver. C & C LANDSCAPING. Rock walls, irrig, bobcat, design etc. Call 250-212-2692

Volume Discounts Free Delivery

Budget Nurseries Toll free 1-866-498-2189 ENSIGN BROS. Call us for a quote on all your excavating & landscaping needs. Mon-Sat. 250-769-7298 GREENCO Landscaping. Yard maint, spring clean-up, pruning, weekly cuttings, sprinkler repair. For best service call 250-681-3200, 250-863-9393. HEDGEKEEPERS - Trimming, shaping, pruning - professional competitive service for all your trees & shrubs. Yard clean-up & refreshing or new installations call for consultation or free estimate 250-769-6041 QUALITY landscape maintenance, comm/res, yard maint. Spring clean-ups, hedge & shrub pruning, aerating, power raking, small tree removal, weekly mowing, sprinkler repair. Free est. 250-212-1024 RYMAR SYNTHETIC GRASS, no watering, no mowing, pet friendly, for lawns, playgrounds & putting greens. Ask about our FREE INSTALLATION special. Free estimates 250-859-3072 in Kelowna, www.rymargrass.ca SPECIAL Touch Landscaping Yrd. Maint. Spring clean-up, Pruning, Lawn cutting, Fert.& Sprinkler repair. 250-212-4972

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 estimate. (250)826-6989. or email wildstone@shaw.ca

Misc Services ALL KINDS OF FENCES, 6x8 Cedar panels starting @ $65. Gates & custom orders, stainning,250-491-4622www.akf.ca GRAPHIC Designer, 1/2 price, all your designing needs. Certiﬁed. 15yrs exp. Work from home. Change careers, will teach all/part programs. Your pace, 1/4 cost, no classroom, learn photoshop.250-764-1849 myvisualdesign@yahoo.com

Moving & Storage

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AAA Best Rates Moving $59+. “Why Pay More” Short/Long Distance. Free Est. Res/Comm, 861-3400 DAN-MEL MOVING. 16’’ One ton 7x12 Trailer. Local/Long Haul. Bonded/Insured. Dan 215-0147/250-766-1282. JOE’S MOVING.reasble rates, fully equip’d trucks, local-long dist, no job too small.470-8194 NORTH END Moving Services Local/Long Distance welcome, Vancouver Special? Free Estimates 250-470-9498

Painting & Decorating 100% AFFORDABLE Painting Exp, quality. Int Paint/ceilings. Winter Specials. Terry 8639830 or 768-1098 1ST. In customer service, Cando Painting, prof. reliable crew, 15yrs. in business, Int/Ext. Eddie 250-863-3449

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100% Guaranteed Prestige Painting, European Craftsmanship, Fine Detail work, Ext/Int. Guaranteed Results. 250-864-1041. ACCENT Painting & Decor. 30yrs exp, int/ext, ceiling paint, texture, repaint specialists, seniors disc. 250-717-6070 BLAIS Painting Int./ext. painting, Res./Comm, Repaint Specialist. Call 250-801-1439 CLEAN Professional Painters. Cadillac Painters at Ford prices. 30yrs exp. Seniors discount. Call Derek at P&D Painting. 250-769-0228 DALE’S PAINTING Service. Painting Kelowna a better place since 1982, 862-9333 GREG’S Painting, Comm/ Res., Int/Ext. Free est. Seniors Dis., European Experience, 100% Guaranteed. 212-9961 LOVE’S PAINTING. Spring Special. Call for details. 250215-1327

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Plumbing

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XCEL PLUMBING, Irrigation, Gas Fitting and drain cleaning. Comm/res and reno’’s. Service & hot water tanks. 575-3839 KOSKI Plumbing-Heating Gas Fitting Reno’s Res. Bonded/Insured Troy @ 718-0209

Pressure Washing Okanagan Contracting. Hot/ Cold power washing. Free estimates. 250-878-6092 OKANAGAN Pressure Washing. Comm/Res. Fully ins’d. Dave, 250-491-1336

Rooﬁng & Skylights A TEAM MASTER ROOFER Experienced in all kinds of rooﬁng. New, Reroof & Repair. European Quality 2 yrs. Warranty. Call Steffen C#: 8638224 W#:778-754-1015 Master & Visa cards welcome BERTRIM Contracting Co. New roofs, reroofs, roof conversion & repair & general home maint. Bonded & insured. 28yrs exp. Free est. Call 250-768-9675 DO IT RIGHT ROOFING AND SIDING. Free Est. Pat 250826-3807. EAGLE ROOFING. CEDAR CONVERSIONS, NEW CONSRUCTION, REROOF. FREE EST. CALL 250-826-3311

Rubbish Removal

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

SALES & SERVICE DIRECTORY RENOVATIONS

ROSTKA

HOME RENOVATIONS

Enterprises Ltd.

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

Rob 250-878-8049 Off. 250-764-5449 Lic. & Insured - Ref’s available (WCB Coverage)

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

EXPERIENCED CRAFTSMEN

• Bath Remodels • Decks • Drywall

• Kitchen Remodels • Painting • Plumbing

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

ELECTRICAL

PLUMBING

A & S Electric

KOSKI PLUMBING, HEATING & GAS FITTING

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

coverage. All types of shingle rooﬁng & torch on rooﬁng systems. ‘From a hole in your roof to a whole new roof.’

250-765-3191

PAINTING

PRUNING

LOVE’S PAINTING

CERTIFIED HORTICULTURIST

SPRING SPECIAL: Call for details

250-215-1327

Trees • Shrubs • Hedges • Clean-Ups Call Stephen

250-763-5462

HEATING SOMMERFELD HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

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

WELDING & FABRICATION

(250)

826-5627 (jobs)

ESTIMATES ARE ALWAYS FREE!

PAINTING DALE’S

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

250-768-9967 250-317-6843

DEMOLITION

ALL WEST DEMOLITION LTD.

862-9333

250-863-4418

PAINTING KELOWNA A BETTER PLACE SINCE 1982

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

REMODELING

ELECTRICAL & RENO’S

Joe’s Moving Service • • • •

KRENNYS EXCAVATING

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

ELECTRICAL

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

We Guarantee to keep Scheduled Appointments.

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

EXCAVATING

“ONE ROOM, OR YOUR WHOLE CASTLE”

LAWN & GARDEN

THE OLD PRO’S

RYDER ROOFING LTD. Free estimates, senior discounts, member of B.B.B. Fully insured, WCB

Independently Owned and Locally Operated

MOVING

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

ROOFING

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

Call Troy, 250-718-0209

Southern BC Heating & Air Conditioning

250-826-2599

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

Call Wayne (250) 215-6767

LITTLE REPAIRS

Call Barry

SERVICE YOU CAN TRUST

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

REMODELING

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

A Division of Bayside Developments Ltd.

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

HEATING & A/C

Licensed & Insured

QUALITY WORKMANSHIP

MEMBER

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

PLUMBING

BAYSIDE PLUMBING & Gas Fitting

Don’t call anyone about yard care until you speak to Ryan @ VANTAGE POINT. Book your clean-up & receive a FREE Aeration

250-469-1288

PAINTING SERVICE

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

call 250-808-0895

Chipster’s

Electrical & Renovations Allan Hoce, General Contractor

(250)826-0091 aghoce@telus.net

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

DRYWALL/PAINTING YARD MAINTENANCE CONSTRUCTION DUMP TRUCK BOBCAT SERVICE HOME RENOVATIONS IMPERIAL DRYWALL

Drywall, Taping, Painting, Texture Ceiling. We Do Houses, Basement & Commercial

CALL NOW FOR FREE ESTIMATE 250.801.5335

PAINT & REPAIR BLAIS PAINTING

It’s Spring

• Yard & Property Maintenance • Residential & Commercial • Power Raking • Aeration • Fertilizing • Clean-up • Free Quotes Call Jason@250-808-0624

HANDYMAN SERVICE

Pierre Blais

Residential, Commercial, Interior, Exterior Painting& Custom Ceilings

(250) 801-1439

Decks • Stairs • Fences • Yard Waste Removal • Pressure Washing MARTY CAZES

250-808-0136

DCR CONTRACTING New Construction & Renos

• Garages • Flooring • Driveways • Concrete • Decks • Retaining • Finishing • Patios Walls

Free Estimates

250.862.1746

Neighborhood Trucking & Delivery Top Soil • Ogo Gro • Gravel • Sand • Bark Mulch We Remove: yard refuse, small trees, junk

CHUCK 250-870-1138 We accept “When The Big Guys Are Too Big We Deliver”

Providing Energy Efficient Solutions and Upgrades for Your Home Vernon: 250-558-0076 Toll Free: 877-567-2799

www.KMSupgrade.ca

Advertise your services here! Call 250-763-7114

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Rubbish Removal

Water Services

Free Items

‘#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

ON Demand Potable Water Hauling, 2200gal., swimming pool, wellsCall 250-300-4426

FREE: Fold away computer desk. Good condition. If you can take it away, it’s yours! 250-212-4888 FREE: Twin Seal wooden windows. Glass panels. Pressure tank & pump. Other misc items. 250-765-8254 FREE vehicle removal for recycling only, cars, trucks, vans. No registration, no problem. Call Larry 250-540-0303. LOST: Quad Rider gear in blk. canvas gear bag,(slicker & coat w/gloves) Postal Lk. area. 250-769-5162 REWARD! MATCHING couch & loveseat. Beige in color. Excellent cond. Call 250-868-8969

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

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

250-575-5383 A 49.99 1/2ton truck. Load junk & yard waste. Haul away special. Will haul just about anything. Cal Cal 250863-7539 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 ERIK & His Truck Junk Removal, loads from $39.99 250-859-9053, 250-868-8454. MINIBINS.COM - DUMPSTER RENTAL Disposal bins of all sizes 5yards to 20yards. 250862-8310 www.minibins.com SAND, Gravel, Top Soil, Manure, Bark Mulch, Loads to the Dump, Sm. Loads 1-2yrds., Landscaping Clean-ups, 250448-0310 or 250-801-0211 SMALL Hauls. Truck for hire. Rubbish, Small Moves, Boat Hauling 250-864-0696 Reza

Sand/Gravel/Topsoil NEIGHBORHOOD Trucking & Delivery. Sand, Gravel, Soil, Ogo Grow Call 250-870-1138

Stucco/Siding ABSOLUTELY the best quality for all your stucco needs. Superior Stucco Ltd is your call. For free est call Fred, 250-212-4005 DESIGN Stucco & Stone. New homes, reno’s & repairs. No job too small. Clean, quality work. Zoltan 250-864-9798.

Sundecks KELOWNA DECK & RAIL. Serving the Okanagan 13+ Yrs. Vinyl Decking, Modular Flooring, Aluminum, Glass, Topless & Picket Railings. Starting @ $30/ft. installed. Call George @ 250-878-2483. Showroom #9-3310 Appaloosa Rd. off Sexsmith Road.

Tiling TILE Setter. Artistic Ceramics. Custom tile setting. Call 250870-1009

Tree Services

Windows FACTORY Direct Window Replacements, Free Estimates. Starline Windows 765-6334

Boarding Horse Boarding, Wildhorse Mountain Ranch, Summerland. Pasture, big paddocks, riding ring, bordered to crown land. Call 250-494-0506

Feed & Hay HAY for sale, alfalfa grass mix, 70lb bales. $6.00 bale. (250)545-2434 *HAY SALES GUARANTEED Quality Grass, Alfalfa, Mixed square bales, round bales & Silage bales. Delivery avail. (250)804-6081,(250)833-6763. Screen top soil. $24.00 a yard. 250-547-6600.

Livestock 1 - 2 year old Bulls; 6 yearling bulls; Cow Calf pairs Call Canyon Valley Hereford’s (250)992-2294

Pets Affordable MINPIN-YORKE pups, 8wks old, vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed, etc. Black & tan, $350. Phone 250545-3367, 250-550-4597 AMERICAN Blue Nose Pit Bulls, both parents UKC registered, puppies c/w UKC registration forms, 3girls, 1boy left. $1000. 250-486-0486 W-Bank Beautiful Maremma/Kangal and Akbash/Kangal puppies, guardian,predator control 1.shot/deworming. $300.-400. 250 547 6253. Border Collie Cross puppies, 10 weeks, great family/farm pet, $350. 250-260-2627 BOSTON Terrier pups ready to go. Vet checked vaccinated & dewormed, 250-442-5372 Chi hua hua, 1 male, $450, new litter March 20, orders accepted, (250)492-7775 Family raised: Yorkie cross pups. & Schnauzer pups. 250-547-6698, 250-547-6937 Whoodles, (Soft coated, wheaton Terrier Cross small standard poodle), non-shedding, non-allergenic, family raised, intelligent & easy to train. Ready to go April 6th to good homes. Vet checked, 1st shots, $1000 (250)838-5500 Yellow Lab puppies, Ready now. 1st shots, vet checked, $500, (250)546-2194

Antiques / Vintage ANTIQUE 6 Burner wood cookstove, came w/areage bought, made by Dominion Co. called a Burbank circa 1945, very nice looking stove, bun warmer on top, water storage on side, asking $2800. probably worth a lot more! For more info. call Nadine 250801-3042

Appliances COFFEE table, 2 end tables, $75. 3 kitchen counter stools, $25ea. Sofa, $55. 30” stove, black top, half grill, $45. 71” micro, Kenmore, $25. All in good working cond. Call 250769-0626

Farm Equipment

1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1All Exterior Hedge & Tree Service. 30% Discount on 1st Call. Excellent Ref’s. Specializing in Downsizing, trimming, bracing, pruning, sculpturing. Fully Insured. Free quotes. For guaranteed quality service call Dave 250-212-1716. ROB’S Tree Care Ltd. For all your tree care needs...Insured & Cert. WCB. 250-212-8656 STANS CHIPPING. Tree Removal & Chipping. Free Est. 808-2447. Licensed & Insured.

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

16HP Sears tractor w/snowblower, mower pan & dozeder blade. $975 obo. Also 5hp IH Shredder, $50. 250-764-7845 233-10’ Orchard fence posts, 4-5” & 5-6”. Used for 3 acres of Gala apples. Take all for $4.50 per post and the 49 top braces are free. Wire & irrigation piping avail 250-546-0181. MASSEY Manure Spreader $3000. Post hole Auger w/3 bits $550. 250-712-0495

Free Items 14’ Round trampoline, 3yrs old. U pick up. Call 250-7643275 27” SONY Trinitron TV with remote to give away. Works ﬁne. 250-868-9285. 384 Small PVC Barrels, 3inches high, new still in pkg., 250861-9292 ENGINE & Transmission from ‘69 302ci Mustange engine needs rings. 250-763-5025 FREE well rotted horse manure. Dilworth area. Call 250762-4600

Do you have

Furniture 1968 French Provincial sofa & chair, 3 french provincial coffee tables, round kit table & 4 chairs, antique chandelier, 2 beach loungers, area rug, 5x8, round patio table w/2chairs. All in very good cond. Priced to sell. 250-765-2177 6PC Cherry sleigh bdrm set. Queen bed, dresser, mirror, chest, 2 night stands. New!! Still boxed. Worth $5000, Sell $1295 Can deliver. Call 250550-6647 DININGROOM table w/6 chairs & hutch $300. Light brown bdrm suite w/new Queen mattress $400. Plastic Deck Table & 6chairs $50., Single bed, steel bunk bed, white $35., Single Bed mattress & frame excellent quality $150. Solid wood desk & chair (white) $35. 250-212-4888 Large solid wood diningroom suite, 6-chairs, china cabinet, $900 obo. 250-542-7702. Moving - Must sell. Living, Dining, Bdrm, Kitchen, Den, & patio furniture. Modern & almost new. Call 250-868-2122 Reasonable offers accepted. NEW 3-pc Sectional Sofa w/ottoman, In orig. pkg. Worth $1499, Must Sell $899 250550-6647 can deliver SKLAR Pepplar 2 loveseats, like new, brown sugar microﬁbre, $600./both 763-5073

Heavy Duty Machinery 1988 Ford Louisville tandem axle dump truck, 240hp, certiﬁed $10,500. 250-558-8400

Jewels, Furs KELOWNA Gold Brokers.com turns your unwanted gold and platinum jewelery, silver coins and silverware into cash. With 25 years buying experience in Kelowna we look forward to your call for a no obligation quote. Call Jeremy @ 250575-4363.

Medical Supplies SHOPRIDER Elec. Handicap Scooter, in new cond., Sell @1/2 $900. 768-2414 lv. mes

Misc. for Sale A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get your first month free. Bad credit? Don’t sweat it. No deposits. No credit checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines today toll-free 1-866884-7464 AT LAST! An iron filter that works! IronEater! Fully patented Canada/USA. Removes iron, hardness, sulfur, smell, manganese from well water. Since 1957. Phone 1-800-BIG IRON. www.bigirondrilling.com BRAND new 5 stage reverse osmosis water filtration system. Retail price: $795. Now: $250. Call 250-863-1544 COMMERCIAL Embroidery machine. Amaya by Melco Sauer US, 16 needle/computerized, everything needed to start home based business. $14,900 or trade for small truck of same value. 250-5478819. CRIMINAL RECORD? Only PARDON SERVICES CANADA has 20 years experience GUARANTEEING RECORD REMOVAL Call 1-8-NOWPARDON (1-866-972-7366) www.RemoveYourRecord.com DOLLAR STORE CLOSING SALE. 70% OFF ALL REMAINING STOCK. MARCH 29-APRIL 1. KANE RD OFF GLENMORE RD. DO YOU NEED LARGE AMOUNTS OF FREE FILL? no trucking charge 250-307-3839 Dacron Enterprises LTD.

in your closet? Turn those unwanted items into cash. Sell them in the Classifieds! They may be just the thing someone else is looking for.

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Misc. for Sale

Garage Sales

For Sale By Owner

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 brochure **HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid long distance specials! Feature pkg special! Referral program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to connect! 1-866-287-1348 NEW Norwood SAWMILLS LumberMate - Pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cycle-sawing increases efﬁciency up to 40%. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT - FREE Information: 1-800-566-6899 ext: 400OT TREADMILL, $300. 2 elec motors, $20ea. Call 250-7653726

MISSION, #15 &4 3535 Casorso Rd. Fri 2nd, Sat 3rd. & Sun. 4th, 8-3pm, Furn. asst. tools, glassware, antiques, ladders, and much more !

SPACIOUS 2240 SQ/FT. bi-level home on 1/3 acre with a very private setting, located on a quiet cul-de-sac, with Crown land behind. Incredible views of Black Mountain and the valley. Walking distance to school, bus stop and golf course. House features: new hardwood ﬂoors, steam room, games room, two ﬁreplaces (one with wood stove insert), newer roof, huge deck with hot tub, storage shed, dog kennel and fenced back. Must see to appreciate! Phone: 250-8781460 or 250-491-1843

Misc. Wanted Buying OLD Native Indian Art & Artifacts: Baskets, Totem Poles, Stone Mauls, Tools, Bowls, Spoons, Boxes, Beadwork etc. In town Now! Cell (604) 377-5748 email: chadrick@nethop.net

PURCHASING DOWNSIZES & ESTATES. Cash paid for useful items. Please call me BEFORE you throw anything out! SAVE THIS AD! OKestates.ca CALS 250-860-1958

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

Sporting Goods RUSSIAN SKS’s - Top choice, from $299. 1120 RDS Ammo, $195. Shotgun + ammo specials. Guns bought & sold, Glocks. Complete Gunsmiths Services. Bluing, Powdercoating. Weber & Markin Gunsmiths. 4-1691 Powick Rd. Kel. 250-762-7575

$100 & Under 14’ Trampoline, excellent condition, w/bumper pads. $100. Call 250-717-0544 4 Wheel Walker, good condition, $60. 250-862-8910 BED Rail, ﬁts under mattress, new $89.99, will sell for $50. 250-862-8910 DOUBLE garage elec door opener, $50. Call 250-8616830 EXTRA lrg upright freezer. $100 Call 250-766-1447 GOLF Clubs, pull cart & bag, 1yr old. $100. Call 250-8608743 after 6pm HEAVY Duty Wheel Barrow $100. 250-860-3067

$200 & Under 2 COOPER Discoverer tires M&S, 235/75R16. As new. $200./both obo. 250-860-9688 8HP Rototiller, Briggs & Stratten motor, $125. Call 250-7626509 COMPUTER System, WIN XP, Internet ready, excellent condition, $200. 869-2363 Kel PRELUDE Excaliber Golf Righthand set. $195. Top line, 250-491-8177

$300 & Under 16’ ﬁberglass canoe, $250 obo. Call 250-762-6509 CENTRAL Vacuum w/attachments, $299. Will install. 250762-3468, 250-869-2947 COMPUTER LAPTOP, WIN XP, internet, excellent condition, $300. 250-869-2363 (Kel) SANYO 30” WdScrn HDTV. Integrated dig tuner w/remote & man., $225. 250-768-7229

$400 & Under TOYOTA Box Utility $350. 250-491-3048

Trailer,

$500 & Under 1 Set Washer & Dryer, serviced by Lic. Techs, $475. 250-868-1934

Garage Sales BIG SALE. Central Park, 1333535 Casorso Rd. Fri & Sat, April 2 & 3, 9am-4pm. GARAGE Sale 3072 Sageview Rd. Sat, April 3rd, 9am-2pm. No tools. MISSION; 4340 Lysons Cres. Fri/Sat. Apr. 2 & 3, 8-4pm. Downsizing sale, everything.

ROSEVALLEY, #1 - 1798 Olympus Way, Fri. 2nd, Sat. 3rd, 9-3pm, lots of great items.

Acreage for Sale 13.9 tree’d acres. Mins from Arrow Lake. Offers over $99,000. 250-269-7492 FANTASTIC Opportunity to own nicely updated 4Bd. home with gorgeous valleyview on priv. 7acre property in Ellison. MLS. $775,000. Charlene Bertrand, Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty, 250-870-1870 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. SHUSWAP RIVER FRONT 11.3 acres w/shop $400,000. 1985 house on 22.5 acres $799,000. 15.9 acres $400,000. Water and services. 250-838-7660.

Apt/Condos for Sale 1 BDRM + den, close to all amenities. Rutland areaBarber Rd. Top ﬂoor, great view. $900/mo. 250-8682601.

Houses For Sale

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4 LEVEL Split. Shows A1. Huge yard, private, oversized garage. Tons of parking, detached shop, room for pool. Centrally located on .36 acres. $598,000. EXCLUSIVE. Jody Miller. REALTOR Royal Lepage 250-469-4639

FREE Home Evaluation online at www.KelownaHomeval.org Reality Match.

Spacious 2240 sq. ft. bi-level home on 1/3 acre with a very private setting, located on a quiet cul-de-sac, with Crown land behind. Incredible views of Black Mountain and the valley. Walking distance to school, bus stop and golf course. House features: new hardwood ﬂoors, steam room, games room, two ﬁreplaces (one with wood stove insert), newer roof, huge deck, storage shed, dog kennel and fenced back yard. Must see to appreciate! 250 878-1460 or 491-1843

$398,000. Rutland, just listed, suite up/suite down, 5bd, 3bth, 2lndry’s. MLS Ken Dempsey, Remax. 250-717-5000

Affordable 55+ Community in Enderby, BC features large late model homes, low taxes, close to shopping & recreation RV prkg. For info. call 250308-2110, 250-308-6703

Garage Sales

For Sale By Owner

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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SPECTACULAR VIEWS

Garage Sales

$448,000 Rutland, Just listed, 8yrs new, 4bd+den, no GST, fully ﬁnished. MLS Ken Dempsey, Remax. 250-717-5000 4BD. 2ba. Fixer Upper w/big yard, ONLY $269,900. For a Free List of Foreclosures & Fixer Uppers call Lloyd @ MacDonald Realty 215-5607 KelownaDistressSale.info

BANK FORECLOSURES Free List & Pics. Realty Match www.KelownaForeclosures.org

MORTGAGES LOW RATES. 5YR. 3.69% VARIABLE 1.85% Trish at 250-470-8324 THINKING OF SELLING? For a conﬁdential, no obligation, free market evaluation of your property call Mark Jontz, Royal Lepage 250-762-9446 or 250-860-1100 anytime.

Cariboo

CLEAN, Bright, 4Bd. home. New windows, new furnace & 5appls., $349,900. MLS. Charlene Bertrand Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty 250-870-1870

108 MILE RANCH: South Cariboo, .4 acre sunny building lot, quiet, paved road, close to lake, trails and golf course. Serviced with water and hydro. (250)791-6497

Garage Sales

Rain e for Insuranc Sale Garage s is Package xtra e $2 or $4 for ask details!

2BD Condo in Rutland. $154,900. Jessica Levy, Prudential. Call 250-470-0264 Lux condo, level entry, 2bdr,2 bath, 2u/g stalls, f/p, granite tops,Geo thermo,Aberdeen Heights, 3211-Centennial,Vernon. Save Realty Fees. $314,000. 250-307-4840. NEW MLS Listing. Hot Deal @ $238,800. Gorgeous 2Bd. 2Ba. top ﬂr. condo, w/great view, quiet loc., cls. to shopping & lake, Call Larry Slemko Realty Executives 861-5122 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.

Duplex/4 Plex #31041 431 FLEMING RD. Open House Sat, Mar 27 1-4 pm 2 bed 1.5 bath end unit of fourplex. No strata fees, no restrictions. Fully renovated everything $246,500 250-8784196 Property Guys Open to offers. INVESTORS! FULL DUPLEX! $285,000, spacious, well-built sxs duplex, features 3bdrms, 2bath, garage each side, income at April 1 is $2100/mo. located on nice corner lot in busy Prince George, TURNKEY, time limited offering, view online at: www.buy-thishouse.ca, call 250-490-8888, Penticton

For Sale By Owner 3245 MCIVER RD. Best Value. Immediate possession, 5 Bedroom, 3 bath home totally renovated inside. Includes an inground pool for family fun. Open House Sat. March 27 1 pm - 4 pm & Sun. March 28 11 am - 3 pm. Call 250-878-3529.

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(each additional line is only $3.75) Golf course nearby, quiet area. No pad rent. Own your own land at Pinewoods Villa! This affordable condo alternative offers 2bd, 2fl bths+ bright open concept. One of the few units with full garage, woorkshop & extra prking. 45+ park w/low strata fees. $265,900. Call 250-769-6446 DUPLEX FOR sale: 3 bdrm plus den. 2 bath, garage and double driveway. Nice neigbourhood close to schools. New wood floors, fireplace. No strata fees, great neighbors. Fenced yard, decks at back as well as front. All appls also incl $330,000 obo. Call to view Kim or Dan 250-868-4980 or e-mail dkboth@hotmail.com KIMBERLEY PREMIERE MidCentury Modern - 5 bdrm, 3 BR, 2900 sqft, .28 ac lot overlooking ski hill. $449,000. Details at Kimberley.com

Pick up your Garage Sale Kit in person at the Capital News Classified Counter at 2495 Enterprise Way, Monday to Friday, 8 am - 5 pm Both packages are pre-paid and non-refundable. Deadline for next day’s publication is before 11am. * Deadline to place your free ad is the following Thursday immediately after your Garage Sale, before 11 am for that coming Friday Classifieds! The free ad must appear under the classification “Merchandise for sale”. This free ad is not transferable and has no credit value. Any enhancements are not included in the free ad; the free ad is the same number of printed lines as the original classified ad.

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Lots

Apt/Condo for Rent

KELOWNA WEST, Beat the HST. Huge serviced lot, 8600 sf. 3064 Smith Creek Rd. Partial view, build immed, $219,900 Ken 604-657-4923 Jim 604-307-3923 jimmygee@shaw.ca

1BD or 2bd, avail immed. Quiet, secured, updated building located in DT area. Walking dist to shopping. Cultural District, Waterfront Park, bus route. Incl FS, DW. Building amenities include beautiful landscaped courtyard, laundry room & covered secure prking. Price starts at $800. Ask about signing bonus avail for Mar/Apr. Contact Jagoda for more info at 250-762-0571 2100 Boucherie Rd., 2bd. 2ba. NEW Adult bldg., 1230sf., blinds, 5appl., gas fp, u/g prkng, pool, hottub, gym, np, ns, nkids, $1100.mo. Myles @ 306-536-7955 2bd apart in Winfield lakeview priv deck & ent., AC, NS, NP. $850. April 1. 250-547-6624 2BD. apartment, Spacious, close to Capri Mall, NS, NP, 1yr lease, avail March 1. $895 incl heat. 250-763-6600 2bd fully furn’d top flr, view, XL deck, UBCO Quail. 250-8591300 $1600 2 BDRM, $975 hydro, f/s, NO PETS, on Rutland Rd. South, Belgo Area, on bus route, Avail. now. 491-3345 or 869-9788 (Cell) 2BD. WESTBANK top flr, lakeview, vaulted ceilings, spacious, bright, upgraded, utils. incl’d., $1390. 250-859-1300 ATTN SENIORS: 1bd suites for lease in a secure quiet well maintained building. View of Mill Creek and beautiful backyard, close to bus, shopping, hospital & beaches. Call 250762-4160 In Madison Kelownas’ New West and best upscale downtown.1bd+den.1130sq’+500sq’ terrace. $1300. 250-869-1850

KIRSCHNER MOUNTAIN Large Building Lots from

$180,000.

~ Spectacular Views. Bring Your Own Builder. Close to All Amenities. 250-862-0895 www.kirschnermountain.com LUMBY: 3 view lots on new subdivision (Schunter Drive) Lot 2: $115,000 + GST. Lot 3: $120,000 + GST. Lot 4: $125,000 + GST. Call Mike 250-547-9402, 250-309-1042

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

McCulloch Heights

Brand new. 3 bed. 2 bath. Over 1300sq.ft. Great room design. Concrete foundation. Sundeck. Quiet cul-de-sac space. $189,900 plus GST. Low down payment. Modern & Urban “Sierras” neighborhood. Close to downtown West Kelowna

Brand new 3 bed, 2 bath, FUNctional ﬂoor plan. Sundeck. Concrete foundation. $189,900 plus GST. Phase 3 - over 50% sold out. So act fast.

ACCENT HOMES CALL 250-7696614 CLICK:

www.accenthomes.ca

Presentation Centre 1680 Ross Rd. West Kelowna. 2bdrm modular home in Armstrong, BC features large lease lot, privacy, exc. access, $129,500. Call Vern at Re/max Enderby 888-609-7764 or cell: 250-308-2110 Mobile D.wide, 2bdrm, large shop, many upgrades, on creek, Holiday Park. $145,000 obo. 250-542-7702. NEW Home, new warranty avail in Lake Country. #83 Belaire Estates. Family, small pet welcome. Open ﬂoor plan, 2bd, 2bth. Call Bob, 250-8084117 Reno’d 2bdrm 12x62 mobile in downtown Lumby MHP, $53,900. (250)547-9659

Real Estate An Okanagan RENT TO OWN company seeking Investors and Tenants for secured investment. Homes available Now. Call NOW 1-888-4977008 for more info.

Townhouses $245,900. Rutland Townhome, 3bd, 2bth, gar., fnc’d yard, pet ok. AA cond. MLS Ken Dempsey, Remax. 250-717-5000

Apt/Condo for Rent 1865 NOBLE CRT. Lam. Avail Apr 15, 2 Bdrm 870 sq/ft grnd ﬂoor condo. ﬂrs, step dwn livgrm, dng room, hook up for in suite lndry, lrg mst bdrm, wall air, prkg close to unit, faces Apple Bowl 975/mth- n/s, n/p. Call Donna 250-864-6620

THE WESTWYND POINT APARTMENTS Behind Orchard Park Mall, adult oriented, NS, NP. 1bd, 1bth from $770. Please call for appointment 868-3432 or 470-8026 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 250-7625932 for appointment to view.

Commercial/ Industrial 1/2 - 4 acre serviced, fenced industrial lots for lease. Light, heavy or industrial use including auto wrecker & storage. 7000sq’ serviced coverall shelter for storage or workspace or build to suit. Westbank Industrial Park. 250-769-7424 2400sq’ Ofﬁce/warehouse for lease. 690 McCurdy Rd. Kel. Av May 1. Rick, 250-770-0903 FOR LEASE 2400sq’, 690 McCurdy Rd, Kelowna, avail May 1. Rick 250-770-0903. HWY 97N for lease 1acre of Industrial compounded yard, 250-765-3295 - 250-860-5239 Shop for rent 1250 sq ft. Roll up door, gas heat Comes with or without paint booth. Lots of parking $900 per month, utilities Call 250 549-4500

Cottages / Cabins RENT or Rent-to-Own% with $20,000.downpymnt. Westside Rd/LaCasa. 2bdrm+den cottage/home Av. now. F/P, lrg deck, garage, w/d, 30mins. to Kelowna, $1500. +utils. ns/np. 250-769-0980

Duplex / 4 Plex 1BD. Lg. fnc’d., yrd., insuite w/d, all appl., refs. req’d., $800+utils Avail. now765-0609 2BD. 2 lvg.rms., 1ba, WBank, $1000.mo+dd. & hydro, ns, np, Avail. immed, 250-864-4255 2BD. 505 Hein Rd. Kelowna, s/f, w/d, 1.5ba. nice deck, Apr. 1st, $1000. +util, 317-8844 2BD., Lg. fnc’d. yrd., insuite w/d, all appl., ref’s. req’d., $950.+utils Avail now765-0609 APRIL1. 2bd upper ﬂr in 4plex near OUC (KLO) FS, WD, AC, NP, NS. Double driveway. $1100+utils. 250-717-3407 HOSPITAL & College area, 2bdrm, 1bath, 4 appl. np, $975.mo. Avail now. 250-8608583, 250-470-9295

Duplex / 4 Plex

Recreation

Suites, Lower

Want to Rent

Cars - Domestic

RUTLAND 4 Bdrm, 2 bth, Freshly painted, New Flooring, Soaker Tub, NP, NS, Refs Reqd. $1400 + utils 250-7656544

EXPLORE in style! 2010 towables & motorhomes for rent from just $582/wk! Call Kelowna Truck & RV today @ 250-769-1000.

LOOKING For 2bd. house w/dbl. garage on acreage. Pref. Kelowa area. 763-0949

Homes for Rent

Room & Board

1BD. 650sq’, 4.5acrs, NS, NDrink, incl water & cbl, dd & ref’s. $750. Reply to box 289 c/o Capital News. 2 BD 1 ba house for rent in Rutland nr shop ctr. Avail. May 1. $1100/mo. 250 764-1605 2BD. 2ba. DT Westbank 1400sf, w/d, sunrm., nice lg. fnc’d yrd, $1150. incl. sat tv., 707-0275 or 215-4871 2bd house with bsmt, lrg deck, FS, new carpet, close to DT, NP, Nparties, ref’s req’d, DD, $1200. 250-860-1038 aft. 5pm 2BDRM Rutland Townhouse 1000sqft, large yard, DW, WD, FS, $900+ 6mos free cbl & int. Call 250-450-9761 2-BEDROOM 6-Appliances, Central Air, Deck, $1200 OR 3-Bedroom, 6-Appliances, Garage, Fenced For Pet, $1300. 250-860-1961 - Register Online www.cdnhomefinders.ca 3/4BDRM, Winfield area, $1550+utils. NO PETS. Avail now. Overlooks Wood Lake on East side. Close to schools. Call 250-869-9788 or 250-491-3345 3BD. 1ba Main flr, dw, ac, pets? view, quiet area, util/int &sat incl. $1650 250-807-2269 3BD 2ba., main flr house, lg. sundeck, fruit trees, Rutland, close to bus, school. Avail. Now. ns, np, $1000. 250-5750940 3BD, full main flr of house, Westbank, new reno’s, carpet & paint, lrg priv & fenced yard, $1195. May 1. 250-768-4383 439 KLASSEN RD - 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 1350 sq/ft. suite, huge master bedroom with walk-in closet, F/S, W/D, DW, AC, large deck, 2 car garage, no dogs, $1500/mo incl. util. Avail. May 1, 250-215-0163. 4BD House, 1bth, lrg cov’d deck, lrg fenc’d yard. NS, outdoor pet only. WD hookups, newly reno’d. Shop space also avail. 15mins from Cosco. $1500. 250-764-5498 4BD. Perfect for extended family or caregiver situation. 2 sep. spaces w/2 liv. rms., 2 din. rms., 4ba’s., only 5yrs old. Nice yrd., good prkng., cls. to Apply Bowl, $1850.+ utils, ndogs, Call Doug 470-8216 5BD. 2Ba. Great location, nr. Hosp. & school, $1600.mo. 250-860-8106, 250-718-1621 5BD, 3bths, CA, cvac, lndry, dbl gar., NS, small pet, $2200. Avail from April 1. 250-8689013, 250-864-4573 AVAIL. Apr. 15, Cent. loc., 2Bd. 2Ba., ranch style Carriage Hse., 1050sf., 2car prk., lease & ref’s req’d., np, $1300. util incl., 250-300-5703, 604349-4989 AVAIL. Apr. 1st. Older updated, 1075sf., 2Bd., no bsmnt., lam. flrs., cent. loc., np, lease & refs. req’d., $1300. incl. utils., 250-300-5703, 604-3494989. MAIN part of house for rent. 3bd, 2bth, CA, cvac, shr’d lndry, dbl gar., NS, small pet, $1500. Avail April 1. 250-8689013, 250-864-4573 NEW 4bd executive home, 3bth, high end finishings throughout, w/lakeview in Shannon Lake. NS, NP. $3200 +utils. April 1. 250-309-1555 RENT TO OWN Tired of renting? Get on the path to home ownership! If you have a small down payment, I have a nice home for you. Less than perfect credit OK. Call 1(866)927-7027 top flr Glenrosa, priv, close to schools, small pets ok, avail immed. $1400. 250-769-0291

N. RUT. Furn’d rm w/TV+PC access. NS, Ndrink. All provided. 250-491-7657 aft 12 noon

2BD, 1bth, spacious, priv ent, shr’d lndry, NS, small pet, nice area. $850. Avail April 1. 250868-9013, 250-864-4573 2BD. Avail. May 1, 1400sf. fab. lakeview, newly reno’d., newer appl., Rutland Bench, $1150util incl., 250-215-0984

1996 Chev Cavelier, $1600 obo, 200K, great on gas, ABS, AC, CDZ playing. New brakes. Call Judy 878-7124 1998 Audi A4 quattro, V6, 5spd, $4700 obo. 250-3071215. 1998 Pontiac Firebird Conv. only 69,000K, make an offer. Call (250)549-6897 2000 Chev Cavalier Z24, 118,000kms, c/w winters, PL, PW, 5spd, sunroof. $3200. 250-938-1107. 2000 Pontiac Sunﬁre, 2dr., 4cyl, 5spd., ac, cd, 190ks., ex. cond., $1975.obo, 878-0942 2002 CHEVY Cavalier Z22. White. 5 Speed Manual, driver and passenger air bags, am/fm cd player, only 80kms! Regularly Serviced, brand new battery, runs great, very gas efﬁcient. Call Roman at 250762-9424 or 250-575-1107. 2003 MITSUBISHI Gallant SE, 1-owner car, excl shape, $6200 obo. 250-768-8110 2004 Toyota CE, grey, 4cyl, auto, pwr. cruise, keyless ent., anti-theft, 130ks, dealer serv’d. $9,500. 250-762-9524 2005 Nissan Centra, 4cyl auto, AC, PW, PL, only 125k, reduced, $7395. 250-863-3100 2007 Toyota Camry, only 11,550kms, cleared from all recalls, still has warrenty, 2.4L fuel inj., 158hp, 4dr, 5spd auto, loaded. Paid $34,000, asking $23,000 obo. Call 250769-7849 2008 Pontiac Torrent: Full load, automatic, Podium Edition, 31631km. To arrange for viewing please call Asscoiated bailiffs at 250-860-3132 2008 VW Golf 36,000 kms, standard, clean, extra set winter tires, one owner, $15,500 obo. 250-838-6760 2009 Taurus, 4dr., 90,000ks., good shape, $6000. 250-7634262

Office/Retail 1175sq’ of grnd-flr OFFICE SPACE for lease at 2000 Enterprise Way. Avail May 1, 2010. All leaseholds complete with 6-offices, boardroom, lunchroom and reception area. Call 250-862-1210 eves 250763-3990 FOR Lease nr. Sexsmith Rd., 2nd. flr. office space, 800sf. w/5 separate offices, $1000. +tr/net per mo. 250-868-4808 HWY 97 North, 1800-2800sf’ of retail, 2100sq’ of Office/Retail for lease. Rutland area 250-765- 3295, 250-860-5239

Rooms for Rent AVAIL immed. Room in home, all incl, 10min town/UBC. Must work or stdnt. NS, $379. Call 250-717-7203 CLEAN, Furn’d rms/suites, DT core. FS/WD. Utils incl. $475+ /mo. Quiet Male 250-861-5757 FURN Bdrm, sep ent, ktn, bth, lndry, BBQ pool tbl, HTub util incl $150DD $525 765-0746 FURN’D. Bsmt. rm. in Rutland, incl. shared bath & w/d, cbl. int. access, ns, nd, nprtys, pref. mature adult, $500. +DD, 250-491-1075 FURN’D. Rm. Downtown area, cbl. & w/d, quiet, mo. or wkly., avail. immed. 250-862-9223

RV Pads ACRES R.V. SITES Ask about our special: “Winter rate, all Summer”. Out of town, but, in town! Ph: (250) 765-2580

Shared Accommodation 1BD. Avail. in New 2bd. condo, w/d, utils incl., pool/ﬁtness ctr., nr. UBCO/airport/golf, ns, np, $575.mo. 250-765-7899 1BD furn’d, student/working female, NS, NP, utils incl, Rutland, $500. 250-765-6614 aft 5 2BD apt to share, 1/2 rent & 1/2 utils. Current rent $795. Rental ref’s req’d. Call 250868-3144 MATURE Female to share home, furn’d. lg. rm. own bath, share kit/wd. new quiet house, need vehical, nr. Airport, $550. 250-491-8177 Private bdrm semi-pri bth, quiet person, $475-$500, everything incl1-888-492-2543 ROOM for rent, FS, WD, TV, $550/mo. Call 250-212-8909

Storage Fenced and secured storage on Okanagan Avenue Vernon from $30/mth 250-549-4500

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2BD, bright w/o suite, nice setting on Blk Mnt. Shr’d lndry, pet neg., $850 +some utils + DD. Apr. 1st. 250-765-8410 2BD. & bth, own lndry, sep ent, 6appl, NS, NP, Nparties. Modern 1500sq’ unit, $1300. utils incl. 250-765-4495 2BD. fully furn’d., near bus stop, np, ns, pref working cpl., 250-808-3777. 2BD. Ground Lev. new Upper Mission, sep. ent, priv. w/d, prkng, ac, ns, np, $1250. + utils. 250-718-7455 2BD. incl. utils., ns, np, no lndy., $800.mo. avail. now, DD req’d., gr. lev. 763-5420 2BD, NP, NS, $950 incl utils & cbl. Call 250-763-1642 or 250859-4451 2BDRM Utils incl. Cls. to bus. 2mins. to UBCO. Nice & clean. $775/mo. Call 250-766-1314, 250-718-1975 2BD suite, close to Max store Rutland, close to bus & school $800. Call 250-575-0940 2BD suite, kit., lvingrm, lndry, approx 900sq’, 4appl, carport. Rutland upper bench, NP, NS, quiet neighborhood. $825 incl utils. Phone 250-765-1589 2BD. Winﬁeld bsmt, priv ent., FS, NS, NP, Apr. 1st, $790 incl utils, DD. 250-861-0656 2BD. Winﬁeld, lkview, bright, ns, np, fp, 6appl, sing/prof. cpl, $980. May 1, 250-317-2279 2BD. W/O, f/s, $900. util. incl. ns, np, Glenmore, Valley Rd. Apr 1, 860-6213,870-1381 3BDM newly reno’d bsmt suite, large yard, small pets. April 1. $850. 250-808-7473 CAPRI/SPRINGFIELD Area Bright spacious central located 3 bedroom level entry basement suite. c/w Washer, dryer, fridge, stove and dishwasher. $950/mo + utils. 860-4012 or ynot_lnagy@hotmail.com for info. WESTSIDE: 2bd, 1100sq’ w/o bsmt suite, priv ent, 2 car prking, FP, lndry, working couple pref, NP, NS, Nchildren. $875. Avail April 1. Call 250-768-1441

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Auto Accessories/Parts (4) 235/70R16 All Season Tires. 75-80% tread, EXCELLENT condition. MUST sell. 778-478-7769, 250-869-7362 FOR quick sale. 4 almost brand new snow tires on wheels. P195/60R15. Asking only $75ea. Also complete hitch assembly to ﬁt Ford Focus car, 2000-2007, $75. Be ﬁrst to call John 250-766-3026 LYLE’’S TOWING Free removal of unwanted vehicles. Pay up to $1000 for good vehicles. Lots of used parts for sale. 765-8537 Mercedes used parts. Peter 250-542-0284. TRUCK Frame. 1988 S10 4x4, sandblasted, primed and automotive paint with newer tires and mag rims. Comes with transfer case and misc parts. $750 obo. Email pics avail. Call Dennis, 250-765-7811

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1981 Mercedes 380SL convertible, softop & hardtop, exc.cond. $14,500 Peter 250542-0284 1985 Mercedes diesel camperized Van, 5spd, high roof, exc.cond $14,500. Peter 250542-0284. 1997 Lexus ES300, 4dr Sedan, 286,000 highway kms, 2nd owner, professionally serviced since new and loaded. Heated leather seats, sunroof, 6 CD, power everything, never smoked in, new tires. In great shape. Have new one, must sell this one. $6800. obo.250542-5705 or 250-306-0274 cell. If no answer please leave message. 1998 Saturn, 210,000kms, 4d, a/c, standard, $2000 OBO (250)307-8070 1999 Mercedes, Sport convt.,230SLK, excellent, shape, silver. Priced to sell $15,900. obo.250-307-4840. 2003 As new, Senior driven Subaru, 5,230 gently driven kms, $12,900. (250)558-7975 2004 Acura TL, full load, leather, roof, dealer serviced. $17,750 OBO (250)545-6396 2005 Acura EL, silver, 4dr, sunroof, heated leather seats, climate control, 53,000kms, incl.winter tires on rims, manual, all serviced at Acura. $14,000. 250-309-4920. 2006 MAZDA 6 Sport GT 5door. 215hp V6, Triptonic 6 spd auto w/od. Air, cruise, keyless entry, power everything incl sunroof, heated mirrors, cd player. Only 58,000km. $15,900 obo. 250-763-1595 2006 SUBARU Legacy Wagon w/touring pkg. Automatic symmetrical all wheel drive . Blk 123,000 km well maintained asking $10700 Call Randy 250-212-4317 email rpstuart@shaw.ca

Motorcycles 1982 Honda 110 Trail, excl cond., $1300 obo. Call 250769-1524 1984 Suzuki GV1200 Madura V4, all original, new tires $4200 OBO (250)275-4968 2003 Kawi Z 1000, met blk, 22,000kms, , great cond. lots of extras, travel bags & 2 sets of gear $5999. 250-308-6124. 2005 HD Night Train, 20,000km. 2yr. extended warranty, saddle bags, detachable backrest, elect. sec. sys., windshield, Screaming Eagle pipes, 1yr old battery, newer tires $9,900. 250-860-7785

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Recreational/Sale 1977 DODGE CamperVan good shape, 3wfridge stove oven sleeps 3-4 $2900. 250-868-1019 1979 GMC Motorhome “C” class, rebuilt motor, great shape, $5500. 250-765-7017 1985 Class C 25’ Empress MH, exc.cond. lots of extras, sleeps 6, Asking $12,700 obo. View online @ Kijiji & Castanet 250-545-2015, 250-307-4899. 1988 Citation Supreme, Class C, DUAL FUEL, all options, vg cond, Gen.set, (250)546-9691 1988 Vangaurd MH. 350 Ford chassis. Only 46,000kms. New fridge, starter & tires, canopy, dual air, power plant. Very clean, sleeps 6. 14mpg on hwy. 250-860-4102. $14,000 1990 Skipper 5th Wheel 19’, tandem axle trailer, 3pc. bath, c/w hitch, ex. cond. $4000obo. 250-765-2238 aft. 6:30pm. 1995 9’6 Bigfoot Camper, N/S bed, fully self contained, exc cond. $8750 obo. Call 250764-0976 1995 TERRY Travel Trailer 19ft- Sleeps 4, GVW 2006kg, Tongue Load 163kg, Awning, Electric brakes, AC unit, Bath (shower/toilet/sink), 2 Deep Cycle batteries, 3 Burner stove w/ oven, 2 propane tanks, Double kitchen sink, Gas hot water heater, Hydroﬂame gas furnace, Separate Dometic Fridge and Freezer (gas/110v) Non-smokers, Clean, excellent condition,, Call Michael or Karla @ 250-768-3281 email: warktrek@live.ca 1998 Topaz 5th wheel, 29.5’, large slide, excl cond., micro, furnace, queen size bed. $13,500. 778-478-1890 2006 9’ Okanagan truck camper, solar panel, fantastic fan, M/W, rear awning, skylight w/blind $13,000. 250-5420672. 2006 Class A Motorhome, 37ft Commander by Triple E, 8L workhouse, Allison trans, 3 slides, dual air, used very little, 5700kms, $98,500 (250)4949683, dnrite1@telus.net 2007 Montana 3400 RL 5th wheel, fully loaded, incl lrg kit., FP, onboard 3600 wa Onan gen. Unit is in exc cond. 2008 Ford F350 crew cab, King Ranch, 1 ton dually, diesel, fully loaded and then some, only 44,000kms. Will sell 5th wheel sep. To view pls call 250-8696594 2009 5th Wheel, 24.5ft, 2 slides, 2yr warranty, $26,500, (250)276-9360 21.5’ Okanagan 5th Wheel, in good cond, must sell, incl a/c, recent roof sealing. Asking $3500 (250)545-5530 SACRIFICE -Medical Reasons. Save 1000’s now-HST coming! 2005 Corsair Excella 10’8” Camper, bought new 2006 used 2 days. Generator “Happi-Jak”, electric jacks, full n/s queenbed, sep. shower, o/s shower, heated tanks, bsmnt storage, new batteries regulator, canopy, many more features. Beautiful unit. FORD F350 Dually, crew cab everything rebuilt or replaced, gas 460, runs great. Unit replacement value over $48,000. Reasonable offers to $29,450. May consider Camper sale separately call 250-769-6010

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NOTICE OF AGM Wednesday, April 14, 2010 @ 8 p.m.

Copies of the 2009 Financial Statements will be available after April 7, 2010 at the office as well as the General Meeting. One trustee term expires this year. Nomination forms for this position are available at the Office or at the Annual General Meeting. Nominations will be accepted at the AGM or at the District office no later than April 15, 2010 at 3:30 p.m. The Election, if necessary, will be held on May 6, 2010 and the Advance Poll on April 29 , 2010

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The District will commence its spring water main flushing March 22nd - April 21st, 2010 as follows:

T10-032 Supply of Transit Shelters Sealed proposals clearly marked on the outside of the envelope with the words “T10-032 Supply of Transit Shelters” will be received at the Office of the City Clerk, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC up until 3pm, Local Time, April 20, 2010. The Request for Proposal (RFP) will not be opened publicly. The City reserves the right to reject any or all responses, to waive defects in any bid or tender documents and to accept any tender or offer which it may consider to be in the best interest of the City. The lowest or any tender or offer will not necessarily be accepted. RFP documents may be obtained from www.kelowna. ca at no charge or from the City of Kelowna Purchasing Department, 1435 Water Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1J4. kelowna.ca

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Charged lawyer to face judge and jury A Vernon lawyer’s case of participation in activities of a criminal organization will be heard in front of a B.C. Supreme Court judge and jury. William Mastop’s trial, however, won’t start until next year. The matter will begin on April 4, 2011. Mastop was arrested and charged in Lake Country in January for his alleged involvement with a gang known as The Greeks. He was released from custody on $25,000 bail with conditions, including one where he is not allowed to practice law.

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